Koa Handled Rolling Pin

[Tim Boger]

I wanted to share a couple of pictures of this Koa Handled Rolling Pin I finished today. It will be a gift for a friends daughter.

The roller (center) is Ash from a bat blank I had left over.

I sprayed Lacquer on the handles but I'm not convinced I need to do anything to the center. I've read many posts that suggest Mineral Oil and many say untreated will be fine.

The handles do spin independently of the center by use of a pin that is run through the handles then glued into the Ash. Wax on the pin will act as a lubricant.

Let me know what finish you recommend ... if any.

Critique is welcome.

Thanks,
Tim