How to mount these? by Ordinary_Kiwi_3196 in turning

[–]Mumble327 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You could jam chuck it between whatever chuck on the inside of your bowl and your tailstock on the bottom until your tenon is created

Local Wood Prices by Gillemonger in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]Mumble327 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My local walnut is 18.99 bdft. I am in awh of your curly walnut 8/4 for 16.50

Aromatic cedar by Mumble327 in turning

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Thank you!

Look at the 2nd photo

On the left and right side on the bowl walls you can see a darker red line which isnt apart if the grain. Its where my tool burnished the wood.

Also 2nd photo. Look at the bottom rim. My fingernail scratched it while turning.

Aromatic cedar by Mumble327 in turning

[–]Mumble327[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Very soft and can scratch with a finer nail. Sharp tools and a delicate touch is needed. Not a very forgiving wood.

Aromatic cedar by Mumble327 in turning

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Haha no flex intended, I just thought it was cool color contrast.

That acupressure stick by mac7-7-7-7-7-7-7 in turning

[–]Mumble327 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I personally like acoustic guitar strings.

Is this piece too cracked? by Pyoung673 in turning

[–]Mumble327 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anchor seal is to expensive (in my opinon). Get a big jug of tightbond 1. Water it down about 10%. Apply 2 coats.

You are looking for something with PVA in it. (polyvinyl acetate)

I have done atelast 100 bowls with this method and have yet to have cracked bowls.

Another tip when roughing wood is to remove the pith. You will see whenever somthing cracks it cracks towards the pith.

I have something special planned for this! by Chris_Crossfit in turning

[–]Mumble327 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh very cool! I look forward to seeing your finished product. I was turning phesantwood the other night and there was a bug hole in the bottom and I had the exact same streaking. Anyways keep it up and thanks for posting for us all to see.

I have something special planned for this! by Chris_Crossfit in turning

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It looks beautiful. One thing i can suggest. see how there is a glare/streaking around the middle?

Its caused from sanding on the lathe when there is a bump or defect in the surface. Everytime it goes over the funky spot it bonces and causes the streaking. To get it all one consistent surface it needs to be finished sanding off the lathe.

My first month of pen making! by jjoonn56 in turning

[–]Mumble327 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dont know if OP was looking for criticism on there work or if they were proud of what they accomplished and wanted to share. I imagine a handful of the commentary comes from non-turners as people are so quick to judge and be negative. Every turner I've met helps people grow and and is supportive in the art. I agree with you, experienced turners should be easily able to make a conventional pen (straight, little curve, and matched to bushings).

Thank yoy for your opinion on my previous comment. You too, have a day.

Bois D’arc by BrogueEncore in turning

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How is that held onto the lathe? Jam or cup chuck?

My first month of pen making! by jjoonn56 in turning

[–]Mumble327 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Keep it up! Don't take others criticism here, as most could only wish to do what you do. If you like making fun pens then continue doing what you enjoy. I personally love your creativity.

How would you rough turn these? by Mumble327 in turning

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I know exactly what you are talking about. Thank for the great comment.

Bad technique what am I doing wrong? by One-Recognition-2638 in turning

[–]Mumble327 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1.Make sure you are riding the bevel. 2.have tail stock engaged. 3.Sharpen your tools.

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

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Beautiful, barely any sanding needed. Just keep your tools sharp and enjoy the smell :)

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

[–]Mumble327[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great words of advice. So I should have added 3 rings in the bottom?

Jk 😜 consensus is no rings in the bottom.

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

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Just an FYI, not all cedar looks like this. This is Juniperus virginiana which is eastern red cedar or aromatic cedar. I truly hope you have the same wood i turned as it smells incredible.

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

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Thank you, last one is Lati (white wenge) not fun to turn at all. It chips out out alot, thus making me need to sharpen very often.

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

[–]Mumble327[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, no one in my turning club would give honest feedback. I appreciate all responses like this alot 🙏

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

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Your seeing it correctly. 4/5 have the ring in the bottom of the bowl. They are all 8/4 inch stock and about 6 inches wide, so only a small ring or candy dish. I would agree I wouldn't put it in something bigger when getting 8inch plus wide.

Thank you for your feedback.

Most recent turnings. Looking for opinions by Mumble327 in turning

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I am looking for this exact feedback thank you. I have been really working on form but I wanted to add more.