I just received a 14" X 5" Walnut blank. I am going to chuck it up to turn a large salad bowl. This is a heavy piece of wood and I have #2 One Way Jaws. I usually prefer a recess, but am a little worried about going that route here due to size and weight, and the fact the jaws are not dovetailed.

I am looking for advice on whether to mount it with a Tenon (I don't usually prefer them) or whether a mortise should be sufficiently stable.

Thanks for any advice.

Jon