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Restoration Works
February 23, 2007

I have always enjoyed reproducing wood work for the many older houses in my area . The craftsmen of the turn of the century did wonders with what they had…
sea shell carved in wood
February 14, 2007

Hi, Anyone help me with the significance of sea shell carvings on wood furniture. I kinow that different carvings have different meanings but have been unable to find what special…
Centering of chuck & faceplate
February 10, 2007

If I remove a chuck or faceplate with a work in progress attached, when it is returned to the spindle, should it return to center just as when it was…
new lathe
February 7, 2007

I am considering purchasing a new Powermatic 3520B lathe. Anyone have experiences, good or bad, with this machine?
Lathe Recommendations
February 1, 2007

I have recently come across a couple of jobs where I need a lathe so I guess it's time:) Does anyone have any recommedations? I need at least 30" between…
Have You Tried DNA
January 30, 2007

I'm curious about how may woodturners here have tried using denatured alcohol as a drying accelerant? I've seen this recommended by several but dismissed by an equal number. Curious as…
Small lathe dust collection and other
January 28, 2007

I am thinking of getting a midi lathe (Rikon most likely) and have questons about dust collection and about using it on a bench. How big of a colletor do…
ivory warping
January 26, 2007

i have a ivory carving about 10" long on a wood stand the carving is of a line of elephants about 1 1/2" high the ends have warped up about …
Tell me about riding the bevel
January 20, 2007

Hi Everyone, I know absolutely nothing about turning. I have mini-lathe (Dunlap) that I just got a motor for. I've been basically lurking in this forum to read, read, read…
Is Fir Fit For Turning?
January 17, 2007

I was wondering if fir is a good wood for turning bowls. Thanks, Bain

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