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    which is better

    new background. Which is better? Do I use different background for light objects than dark pieces? I was hoping to be consistent on the web site

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    I also agree with the others (smaller Collar). I...

    I also agree with the others (smaller Collar). I would have brought the top up (more round) to blend the collar. Just my opinion,what do I know. I think the basic shape is very appealing.
  3. Steve This is what I have done for years. I have...

    Steve
    This is what I have done for years. I have a hydraulic copy lathe, hopper fed. Send me a drawing and I will quote it for you. 1000 pcs is a nice order.
  4. Thread: new work

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    Phillip Thanks, I picked up some black poster...

    Phillip
    Thanks, I picked up some black poster board to set along the side as I am getting reflection from the white wall 8ft away. I will try the gray for background.
  5. Thread: new work

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    I hear you about the background. I have tried a...

    I hear you about the background. I have tried a lot of different things. They are so glossy that the reflection becomes a major problem. I have resorted to shooting only at night in a giant black...
  6. Thread: new work

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    segment saw

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    I am currently using a custom made upcut miter saw. 1 1/2 hp 7/8" arbor direct drive, 14'' 100 tooth ATB blade that has been reground to a very steep angle. I rarely sand any segments. I also...
  7. Thread: new work

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    new work

    Just got my computer back. Have been working my butt off. Got new web site up. Check it out let me know what you think. www.artkraftwoodproducts.com.
    Made about 10 new pieces last week here is a...
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    Dennis Most all of the responses are correct. HP...

    Dennis
    Most all of the responses are correct. HP is power (Watts=Volts X Amps) 750 watts/HP.
    One very important thing to keep in mind, when using a VFD (variable frequency drive) most manufactures...
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    Thanks for the kind words. Dennis the inside is...

    Thanks for the kind words. Dennis the inside is finished and Dewey it took about 4 days to do and paid off very well.
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    Nice work, I like the black paint. It really set...

    Nice work, I like the black paint. It really set up the ash on the inside. Have you ever tried black lacquer? I haven't but would like to.
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    no 2

    This is the second segmented turning I tried. 56" tall 22" dia 1188 birch pieces. Not a good photo,it is a digital picture of an old print, better than a scan.
    We did not pose my son. he was...
  12. Thread: lidded vase

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    lidded vase

    Just tried for the first time to make a lidded vessel. Thinking of selling it as a Cremation Urn. No finish for picture. Walnut and Granadillo 10.5" t x 8" dia + finial. O ring gasket on lid.
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    another picture

    Found this rare highly figured goncalo alves floor vase on an old hard drive. 7" sg X24"T.
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    another picture

    Found this rare highly figured goncalo alves floor vase on an old hard drive. 7" sg X24"T.
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    good choice

    I love the old heavy equipment. Learned to turn on that machine in HS a long time ago. Have fun.
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    Steve, try a circular polarizer lens on your...

    Steve, try a circular polarizer lens on your camera. I couldn't believe how much it cut down the glare.
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    one more picture

    This was done for Icon Design LLC out of N.Y. Some fancy designer dreamed this one up. Table top is 16" D x 3" T and base is 10"D x 6" tall post is 22". Unfinished African Mahogany (kaya Ivorensis)....
  18. Thread: Golden Rule

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    Golden Rule

    Has any one out there used the golden rule as it would be applied to round forms. I see it on the lamination pro software but it doesn't list it in the help menu. I have always just turned until I...
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    Gary Very interesting to hear Dell's name. He is...

    Gary
    Very interesting to hear Dell's name. He is a close friend of mine and we trade ideas all the time. Had coffee with him on this week. What a humble guy.
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    Frank That is magnificent, show us more great...

    Frank
    That is magnificent, show us more great work
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    Nice work Doug keep it coming. Isn't it something...

    Nice work Doug keep it coming. Isn't it something how they will charge $7 bd' for cherry and think nothing of using 7" cherry bds for the pallet. I wonder if they do that just to bug us. I found one...
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    Bernie What did you use for cutting? I haven't...

    Bernie
    What did you use for cutting? I haven't read Malcom's book,maybe I should, but I did watch the video on seggies' dream. I'm not sure how he does it, but looks time consuming. It shouldn't...
  23. Thread: Unknown wood

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    Holly (Ilex Opaca) is a hardwood. If it is really...

    Holly (Ilex Opaca) is a hardwood. If it is really important to identify this wood maybe I can help. A simple way is to dip a small piece in water and take a thin slice with a razor, any sharp cutting...
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    Sorry Ken, I'ld love to take you up on that offer...

    Sorry Ken, I'ld love to take you up on that offer but they were in my possession only long enough for the finish to dry. It took four days to do those. I can do them again for ya
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    attachment attempt

    well here goes. Another attempt at uploading a pic. 49" tall x 19 Dia. African mahogany, lacquer finish, circa 2002
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