davidjames
24th November 2017, 12:22 AM
I have recently got into blacksmithing and also acquired a small mig welder. So I was pondering that with the ability to shape metal and join it easily, I could possibly make my dad a couple of custom tool rests for his lathe.
I've done very minimal turning but I'm thinking about something with a curve or a right angle to make bowls easier. I was wondering if anyone here to share their experiences with what they've found works best for this type of tool rest, or tool rests in general?
FWIW, he has 3-4 rests already but they're all just straight, some shorter than others, and for both sides of his lathe.
Thanks!
I've done very minimal turning but I'm thinking about something with a curve or a right angle to make bowls easier. I was wondering if anyone here to share their experiences with what they've found works best for this type of tool rest, or tool rests in general?
FWIW, he has 3-4 rests already but they're all just straight, some shorter than others, and for both sides of his lathe.
Thanks!