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  1. 07-26-2007, 9:04 PM #1
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    My 2nd Platter ever turned....

    Since the oval kitchen table is taking for ever and has taken a toll on my nerves, I thought it was time to take a break and turn something that I've only turned one of since I've been turning wood.

    Bradford Pear
    14" across by 1/8" thick
    Danish Oil finish

    It won't win any prizes, but I like it.
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  3. 07-26-2007, 9:10 PM #2
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    Very very nice dad!!!!!!
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    a very busy piece of wood, i really like it, a very nice job Dennis.
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  5. 07-26-2007, 9:17 PM #4
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    Dennis very Nice, you brought out the beauty in that piece of wood.

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    Dennis that is one pretty piece of wood. You did a beautiful job on it.
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    Nice platter, Dennis. That is some pretty pear wood!
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  8. 07-27-2007, 6:41 AM #7
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    I know what you mean by taking a break from other things. When I need a "fix" I make some tops. There is nothing like instant gratification. Nice BP platter.
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  9. 07-27-2007, 7:26 AM #8
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    Therapy!

    Very nice platter Dennis. Turning out something like that sure is great therapy for frazzled nerves.
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  10. 07-27-2007, 8:18 AM #9
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    Nice job, Dennis...and yes, it's good to take a turning break once in awhile. If I could only physically get to my lathe, I'd do the same! (Too many vanities in front of it at the moment...)
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  11. 07-27-2007, 8:38 AM #10
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    That's a beauty Dennis!
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    I like it, and if I had an award to give I would!!! SORRY!

    Only critique is a personal opinion. I would prefer, especailly on platters, a duller finish. Not such a high polish/luster. You did excellent on the finish you applied, just not what I would have chosen. Again personal preference, not anything you did wrong.
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  13. 07-27-2007, 9:55 AM #12
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    Impressive platter Dennis! Really like the wood, form and specially the finish! Very nice work!
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  14. 07-27-2007, 10:44 AM #13
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    I'll tell ya what Dennis I think you should do more Platters. Very nice work.
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  15. 07-27-2007, 12:52 PM #14
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    Very well done, Dennis!
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  16. 07-27-2007, 1:13 PM #15
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    Dang! That turned out nice. Is that from a piece I've seen before? If so it looks a LOT better now.
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