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    turning tools

    Just got a new rikon lathe and i will need a few bowl turning tools. I have
    several spindle tools about 15 to be exact. I have been told that all i need
    is a 3/8" bowl guage. I plan to make my own handles so what i need are
    just the tool. Any info would be helpful.
    Thanks, Byron

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    Byron I would get a 3/8" and 1/2" bowl gouge with a Irish, Ellsworth, or Celtic grind on them. From what I have seen they are about the same grind. I would get a catalog plus you can go the website from Craft USA as they have P & N or Henry Taylor unhandled. I have been turning now for 6 months or so and have made a few bowls. I use my 1/2" to hog out the wood and the 3/8" with a good egde for the finer cuts. Hope this helps.
    Last edited by Bernie Weishapl; 06-09-2006 at 11:59 PM.
    Bernie

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