Phil K
Member
I'm new at turning, and just started trying knots. After several blow outs, I finally got the glue right and these are the first I did worth showing.
Finally got some knots to work
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egnald
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Very Cool. I love the contrasting inlays. Please tell us more about the materials and techniques you used to make these very attractive pens. - Dave
Phil K
Member
Thanks David! The black and aluminum segments are 2mm and 3mm sheets I got from https://www.turnerswarehouse.com and the white is scrap plastic from our sign shop. I just do the same color on opposite sides. The wood is mahogany (I think).
jttheclockman
Member
I like what you did. They came out very well and precise. Is that a Sierra vista on one and a standard Sierra on the other? That would explain the 2 different size inlay materials from what I see. Or did you use 2 different size blades? Thanks for showing and am sure there will be more to follow.
SteveJ
Member
Well done. I like the contrasting inlays.
mnerland
Member
What angle did you use? Looks like 45 degrees. The contrasting colors really make it pop! Great Job!
GFHWoodWerks
Member
Nicely done. I like the contrast ring to ring.
Phil K
Member
Those are both PSI Gatsby grand. One is 3mm segment and the other is 2mm.
Phil K
Member
Thanks! Yes, that is a 45 degree. I haven't tried different angles yet but plan to.
Phil K
Member
Thanks! I'm trying to decide if I like the white or the black better on the outside.
leehljp
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Well done. Came out great! I know the that great feeling well when it finally comes together after several (many for me) learning experiences!
Alan Morrison
Member
Great job, Phil.
Most people start with a single layer to fill the kerf, but you have upped the game and used 3 layers....and aluminium into the bargain!!!
Most people start with a single layer to fill the kerf, but you have upped the game and used 3 layers....and aluminium into the bargain!!!
GaryMGg
Member
Nicely done.
Jim15
Member
Great work.
jttheclockman
Member
That was my question to him which he basically said he used 2 different size infills. But I too think he either had to use 2 different size blades. I questioned the size of the kits but he said both the same.
The only thing I can think of is he cut all the way through on all his cuts and he used whatever size infill he wanted. I never tried that but am guessing it can work because you are building all cuts with same thickness. Hope he answers because I too am curious.
SteveJ
Member
I think it looks like each pen has one size, the one on the left using a thinner material than the one on the right. Of course my eyes may deceive me.