HI
Not posted for sometime been busy with other things but thought I could help with this.
I have found it turns green quicker when left without a finish so what I do now is sand to a finish...
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HI
Not posted for sometime been busy with other things but thought I could help with this.
I have found it turns green quicker when left without a finish so what I do now is sand to a finish...
I always wrap then in white acid free tissue, them into a plastic carrier, if they are odd shaped or delicate in some way I also wrap in bubble wrap before putting in the carrier.
I always use...
Recieved my pen from Rich the other day and wow it is beutiful
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This is the one I sent to Rich, Bog Oak slimline.
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I think I got the better deal.
HI
They do look stunning and like most things they look impossible but once you know how they arent that bad and anyone can make one.
I have made a couple in the past without the pedestal but...
I would like to join from over the pond. :D
john
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Something I find youngsters always like to turn are mushrooms.
john
It varies depending on the wood and how well I have managed to controll the tools.
Usually somewhere between 80 and 240 but I have been known to use 60 grit.
john
The way I have done it in the past is after you have done the ring and before you turn the spindle to size wrap some sandpaper around the spindle and then turn the lathe on. It works well and take...
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Check out the Sorby site there are a couple of good clips on how to use it.
http://www.robert-sorby.co.uk/movie-clips.htm
john
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Sorby offer a regrind system for the spindle master although not sure how the postage would work out. You could try emailing them sales@robert-sorby.co.uk
john
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Phil will ship to the US no problem, it will just cost a bit more.
Check out woodcuts site for other stockists there are 3 in the USA....
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I have had a few different makes of these sanders and had problems with all of them because of the problems Jerry mentioned. Most of them only lasted a few weeks before giving problems.
I...
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Check out the clips on the Sorby site http://www.robert-sorby.co.uk/ there are a couple of very good clips there.
john
Merry Christmas to all wherever you are in the world may it be a good one.
john
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Zebrawood or Zebrano can be a problem to finish because of its open grain. I have found the best way is to sand to at least 600 then use EEE Ultrashine and then a couple of coats of EEE...
Congratulations Nancy you will now have time for the important things in life.
As they say give it a couple of months and you will wonder how you ever found time to go to work. :D
john
Good luck with the surgery Robert and as has been said do the rehab/exercises at least as often as they say if not more.
Surgery usually works well and brings almost immediate relif.
I should...
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if you feel like making your own these threads have some good ideas.
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=24401
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=58357
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HI Ralph
Where to start, lived in London myself until 6 years ago so a couple of questions.
What sort of transport will you have, are you just relying on trains buses etc or will you be...
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Check out this site. http://www.volmer---ovaldrehen.de/englisch.htm
Vicmark now make and sell the chuck. http://www.vicmarc.com/default.asp?contentID=549
john
I want one of these :D
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=9WfTE21BJ6o&feature=related
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I've just got back from posting my ornament for Curt and there was a parcel waiting for me.
All I can say is WOW it is much nicer than the photo and complete with a clapper as well, thank you...
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I would suggest either sending a PM to Keith or posting the problem in the support forum.
Hope this helps.
John
HI Tom
Are you having a new knee or just a service on the old one, had several services over the years and new knees a few years ago there great good luck.
john
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My guess would be the same reason Bog Oak goes black.
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Which is
"The characteristic black quality of Bog Oak is a result of a chemical reaction occurring between the tannins...