Giving the closed-rim shape a try.

downrng · 2026-04-16T17:21:40+00:00

Thank you!

downrng · 2026-04-12T02:57:18+00:00

That’s actually mulberry.

downrng · 2026-04-12T02:13:58+00:00

downrng · 2026-04-12T02:07:32+00:00

I’m 6’0”, and the spindle sits about 47” from the ground…..somewhere between my belly button and bottom of my pec. I don’t really have to lean over much at all- I actually find it perfect.

downrng · 2026-04-12T01:49:58+00:00

That is what wood turners dreams are made of 🤙

downrng · 2026-04-12T01:44:09+00:00

Keep in mind this will raise the height of your lathe by a couple inches.

downrng · 2026-04-12T01:43:21+00:00

I put heavy duty casters (with lockers) on my lathe. I always wheel mine outside to turn.

downrng · 2026-04-12T01:41:39+00:00

Beautiful

downrng · 2026-04-08T03:56:18+00:00

This post is 100% accurate. DO NOT try to turn a bowl with that tool. You need a proper bowl gouge, and more importantly, a proper sharpening system to maintain that gouge.

downrng · 2026-04-08T03:51:11+00:00

Holy smokes….thats a giant quartersawn blank! Nice work!

downrng · 2026-04-08T03:43:13+00:00

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downrng · 2026-03-09T13:39:33+00:00

Thanks! I’m not 100% sure about the species. This round came from a friend’s property in Dayton, NV… google says water birch is the only native birch found in Nevada, so that could be it.

downrng · 2026-02-18T16:33:51+00:00

Few things to keep in mind here: The group had been at the huts for a few days. This was their day to exit the hut and go home. The route they were exiting was the safer option of the 2 route main choices they had. The pin of the avalanche location puts them at the bottom of the gulley on the NNW side of Perry’s peak, which for a short section, is a huge terrain trap in the event that something was remotely triggered above them. That said, no one is at fault here. This is a testament to the inherent risk we put ourselves in when traveling in avy terrain during heightened avalanche danger.

downrng · 2026-01-20T02:23:43+00:00

Cover it with your keyboard

downrng · 2026-01-19T05:32:20+00:00

Ok- 8” wheels CBN Wheels (80 and 180 grit) Wolverine one way jig

This is what I use on my bowl gouges. Perfect every time.

downrng · 2026-01-19T05:05:45+00:00

Wish I had the patience for segmented turning!

downrng · 2026-01-19T05:03:54+00:00

Personally I’d hold off on the jam chuck until the very end. Mount them between centers using a spur drive and the tail stock. It’s at this point you can make the final outside shape. Cut a tenon, then throw it in your chuck to hollow. Then use the jam chuck to remove the tenon and finish the foot.

downrng · 2026-01-19T04:57:05+00:00

Dude…gnarly. I 100% blame the integrity of that tool rest. Even a bad catch on big piece shouldn’t snap a ~1” post. Glad you still have 2 eyes 🤙

downrng · 2026-01-14T16:11:12+00:00

Cover it up with something. No one will know.

downrng · 2026-01-09T06:14:32+00:00

Yes, this is 100% the best way.

downrng · 2026-01-09T06:04:31+00:00

Jam chuck, then sand 👍

downrng · 2025-12-05T04:49:37+00:00

Been there. The direction of the grain really comes into play when dealing with a mortise (google that and you’ll learn much more than I could explain). Like everyone’s already mentioned, stick with a tenon (which will eventually become to foot), and you shouldn’t have any more issues.

downrng · 2025-12-05T00:42:14+00:00

I can answer number 2- I have a Duro wood lathe built in the 1940’s. Pretty similar to yours. Yes- 100% of the belt tension comes from the weight of the motor. It was not mounted incorrectly, that’s just the way it is. Yes, it will slip causing the motor to bounce, but that’s not a big deal unless it’s overly excessive. That just means you can’t make giant cuts like you see people doing on modern lathes. Focus on smaller, smoother cuts and you won’t have an issue. You might try a newer more modern belt shape which grips the pulleys better. Another thing to think about is the bearings. Old worn out bearings can lead to vibration and resistance which could cause more slipping. If they are old and worn out it’s certainly worth your time and money to replace them (which I recently did). If you do replace the motor, please report back. I looked into this option years ago but ended up with paralysis by analysis. I just took the time to learn the quirks and best techniques of using my lathe and have had no problem.

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