Turning and Carving Archives - Page 14 of 45

burnishing scrapers
December 3, 2009

I'm new to turning, but a fairly experienced woodworker. I'd like to know how scrapers are finished. I believe that most turners put a burr on their scrapers; however, this…
Steady rest for long vases
December 2, 2009

I'd like to turn a vase about 8 inches long. If the bottom of the vase is held by my chuck at the headstock, how do I support the vase…
kaliedascopes?
December 1, 2009

Does anyone know where to get the lenses used to make kaliedascopes. The one that goes in the front that will magnify. My dad is making them and can't find…
Safety guards on Wolverine jig
November 28, 2009

I got the Wolverine sharpening jig set up last night, what a treat! It comes with these little safety guards that are supposed to go 1/8" from the lower part…
SuperNova2 v. OneWay Talon Chuck
November 25, 2009

Trying to decide on which chuck to get for my Jet 1236 lathe. My understanding of chucks is minimal at best. First set my eyes on the Talon chuck, because Oneway has…
turning wooden base-ball bats
November 14, 2009

Is there any online ref...or plans for a standard wooden baseball bat?
Oneway Jumbo jaw grippers on Cole jaws?
November 12, 2009

After having a my first bowl on a my Nova Cole jaws go flying off as I was trying to adjust and sand the bottom a-la my Richard Raffan dvd…
Great chuck deal for newbies like me
November 11, 2009

The current Hartville Tool flyer for holiday sales has a fabulous offer with the Oneway Talon and Oneway Stronghold chucks. Buy the chuck, get four (4!) Richard Raffan DVDs. I've…
“Corking” a Baseball Bat
November 10, 2009

I'm turning ash baseball bats for my grandchildren. (They are in the T-Ball league) They are too heavy and I need to reduce the weight. I thought about drilling a…
shop made caving knife
November 8, 2009

I have been trying my hand lately at caricature carving, and have a LONG way to go before I am half-way proficient at it. I also intend to try my…

Page 14 of 45 Previous

UNLIMITED membership - Get access to it all

Start Free Trial Upgrade Membership

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.

Get complete site access to video workshops, digital plans library, online archive, and more, plus the print magazine.

Turning and Carving Archives - Page 14 of 45

Get the latest from Fine Woodworking Magazine

#315-JAN/FEB 2025

#314-Tools & Shops 2025

#313-NOV/DEC 2024

#312-SEPT/OCT 2024

#311-JULY/AUG 2024

We hope you’ve enjoyed your free articles. To keep reading, become a member today.