LimitedReality
15th September 2009, 07:26 AM
Hello All,
I've been searching all over for an alternative way to perfectly round a block of wood without the use of a lathe. This is a one off project for me and unfortunately I do not know anyone with a lathe I could use.
I've seen numerous posts regarding using a drill press, but most rigs look a bit dangerous and I'm not sure what I could use to attach the wood I'm using without damaging it. The problem is I can't really spare any of the height of the wood, it's 1 7/8th in. tall and needs to stay that size. Most means of attachment would mar the surface of this overly expensive wood I've purchased on both ends.
Any insight or suggestions as to how to round this piece as symmetrically as possible would be appreciated. If I'm not clear, I apologize as it's much easier to show than it is to describe what I'm talking about. If you think this would be better in the general forum as well please feel free to move it.
Thank you.
I've been searching all over for an alternative way to perfectly round a block of wood without the use of a lathe. This is a one off project for me and unfortunately I do not know anyone with a lathe I could use.
I've seen numerous posts regarding using a drill press, but most rigs look a bit dangerous and I'm not sure what I could use to attach the wood I'm using without damaging it. The problem is I can't really spare any of the height of the wood, it's 1 7/8th in. tall and needs to stay that size. Most means of attachment would mar the surface of this overly expensive wood I've purchased on both ends.
Any insight or suggestions as to how to round this piece as symmetrically as possible would be appreciated. If I'm not clear, I apologize as it's much easier to show than it is to describe what I'm talking about. If you think this would be better in the general forum as well please feel free to move it.
Thank you.