Great video. I love the ebony top on the hackberry, this gives me an idea of how to finish vessels that are not smooth inside. Second, I also have the Laurent's hollowing tools in the 1/4" size. They are great for small hollow forms.
Faceplates are under-rated! I do a good deal of segmented work, and often have 2 or 3 projects underway at a time, many using split turnings. Without my faceplates, I would have to invest a small fortune in more chucks, plus I think I get a firmer hold with a faceplate once the glue is cured.
You make a very good point about using a face plate instead of a Scroll Chuck. Never really thought about that but it’s a great point I like to use face plates in several situations and agree that they are really underrated. Thanks, Sam.
I'm always a bit wary of these kinds of tools. I know you're supposed to sharpen them by hand with a diamond file, but surely, over time, you're going to need to take them back to the grinder, and I wonder how long before you can't use it anymore?
Yes, I agree with what you’re saying. I have a 180 grit CBN wheel. I would just lightly touch it on that enough to produce a burr. But I think overtime, the cutting edge will be gone. But it should last long while. Sam
Very cool looking hollow form. That additional cap really sets off the burl
Very nice...I like the spalting and the worm holes.
Great video. I love the ebony top on the hackberry, this gives me an idea of how to finish vessels that are not smooth inside. Second, I also have the Laurent's hollowing tools in the 1/4" size. They are great for small hollow forms.
Yes, with a really small opening like this, you don’t have to worry about sanding, huh? 🤓
Nice work as usual - I like the lid - thanks for sharing your efforts with us!
Cool little hollow form.
Nice looking piece!
Faceplates are under-rated! I do a good deal of segmented work, and often have 2 or 3 projects underway at a time, many using split turnings. Without my faceplates, I would have to invest a small fortune in more chucks, plus I think I get a firmer hold with a faceplate once the glue is cured.
You make a very good point about using a face plate instead of a Scroll Chuck. Never really thought about that but it’s a great point I like to use face plates in several situations and agree that they are really underrated. Thanks, Sam.
Nice hollow form Sam! I use a 75/25 lacquer/ thinner combination. Are you using a combination or straight lacquer?
Take care, Dave
Hi Dave, no I always send my lacquer down. Usually in the container, the lacquer thinner evaporates so I have to add more. Sam
@@WYOMINGWOODTURNER Thanks Sam!
I'm always a bit wary of these kinds of tools. I know you're supposed to sharpen them by hand with a diamond file, but surely, over time, you're going to need to take them back to the grinder, and I wonder how long before you can't use it anymore?
Yes, I agree with what you’re saying. I have a 180 grit CBN wheel. I would just lightly touch it on that enough to produce a burr. But I think overtime, the cutting edge will be gone. But it should last long while. Sam