jefferson
13th June 2008, 10:25 PM
I've just started turning spindles, no bowls yet.
I'm have some problems with the skew chisel in turning beads. I have watched the Pompous Pom's DVD (Mike Darlow) over and over and intend to persist with the skew. But it's hard, at least for me, no question.
The 1 1/4 inch skew seems to be the safest re: fewer dig ins, but the P&N wont sharpen on my Tormek jig, so it's not as sharp as it should be. I also wonder whether the larger skew is more or less suitable for smaller beads. I like the 3/4 inch skew but it digs in too often. Poor long point clearance probably.
It's not dummy spitting time just yet, but some words of encouragment and advice would be very much appriecated. I've been practicing on short lengths of Murray Pine - 30mm square with some knots. The wood pile is building.
thanks Jeff
I'm have some problems with the skew chisel in turning beads. I have watched the Pompous Pom's DVD (Mike Darlow) over and over and intend to persist with the skew. But it's hard, at least for me, no question.
The 1 1/4 inch skew seems to be the safest re: fewer dig ins, but the P&N wont sharpen on my Tormek jig, so it's not as sharp as it should be. I also wonder whether the larger skew is more or less suitable for smaller beads. I like the 3/4 inch skew but it digs in too often. Poor long point clearance probably.
It's not dummy spitting time just yet, but some words of encouragment and advice would be very much appriecated. I've been practicing on short lengths of Murray Pine - 30mm square with some knots. The wood pile is building.
thanks Jeff