Thread: Ode to the Catch

Originally Posted by Pat

Paul, my lathe is the Woodfast M910, with variable speed. I don't think that speed was an issue, blunting of the HSS and an over zealous approach are.

I do have fun, I completed 4 bowls over the weekend, even the crackers Silky Oak one, CA held it together

Wonderful lathe, mine is a short bed version of yours. I know well the results of an overzealous approach. I have gotten carried away while roughing and had the bowl come out. I am learning, patience, patience.

On blanks with bark inclusions or cracks, I will finish the outside and then put two turns of duct tape or filament packing tape around the outside before hollowing. Just for insurance.

Four bowls in a weekend, you are prolific!