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    Rich Engelhardt

    This is a dumb question.

    Soap would be a perfect fit.

    Soap finishes are popular in Scandinavia and in areas with a large Scandinavian population. Just do a Google

    Rich Engelhardt Today, 9:56 PM Go to last post
    Cameron Wood

    What have i gotten myself into?

    No prizes will be awarded for precision of the joinery, but it's coming along OK.

    I used a router with a small bit to rough cut the mortises

    Cameron Wood Today, 9:43 PM Go to last post
    John C Bush

    Sandblasting

    Walnut shell blasting medium is good for minimal soft wood removal. Great for taking off the cambium layer on natural edge after the bark is removed.

    John C Bush Today, 9:39 PM Go to last post
    stephen thomas

    Can I turn and polish a rough cast brass bell?

    Yes.
    As long as you can hold and drive it securely including TS support. Both to reduce chatter and to keep the casting pushed into the chuck

    stephen thomas Today, 9:39 PM Go to last post
    Stan Calow

    Teak and Olivewood Jewelry Box

    Very nice. I did not know teak could look that good. Can you talk about the finish? I've used olive wood several times, but haven't figured out a good

    Stan Calow Today, 9:35 PM Go to last post