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lubbing5cherubs
21st May 2008, 09:33 PM
Hi
I have another question and it is which grain is better end grain or cross grain to do the patterns on?
Toni

joe greiner
21st May 2008, 10:34 PM
For fine detail, I reckon end grain would be better, because all of the fibers are better anchored to the parent timber. Note how difficult it is to get a fine cusp on spindle work. Depends on the timber, of course. Some hardwoods have substantial cross-grain strength.

Joe