Copy jig

[wheelinround]

Picked up a new copy jig and some new bits to go with it today at OTGA gave it a test run now this is going to make life easy.

[lubbing5cherubs]

What do you do with them Ray??
Toni

[wheelinround]

Copy a pattern

If you look close the shape on the board is for a candle stick

I have to prepare a few for Sue to then do her Barley Twists it quick and they will all be close enough to the same.

Different shapes and patterns can be used

[unicorn]

Hi, Wheeling, thanks for the offer, but I think our Presidente would have a fit!. There is a woodturning article from him on the latest woodworker (Les Roberts)
Good to keep in touch!
Cheers, Raul

[wheelinround]

Hi, Wheeling, thanks for the offer, but I think our Presidente would have a fit!. There is a woodturning article from him on the latest woodworker (Les Roberts)
Good to keep in touch!
Cheers, Raul


:? Why would he have a fit

Will have to see if I can get latest Woodworker as I don't buy mag's

[unicorn]

Hi, Wheeling, the reason is he turns single handed, and we all have trouble trying to emulate him, with our 2 hands!
In any case, I will pass on your offer; I think it will speed copy turning of repeat items, for sure.
Cheers, Raul

[wheelinround]

Hi, Wheeling, the reason is he turns single handed, and we all have trouble trying to emulate him, with our 2 hands!
In any case, I will pass on your offer; I think it will speed copy turning of repeat items, for sure.
Cheers, Raul

Raul thats better than I can do for sure single handed :o (my grip is the problem)

Ray

[hughie]

Ray, nice one :2tsup: did you grind those tips your self?

[wheelinround]

:no: David Laird does them all HSS

[unicorn]

Hi, Ray, sorry about the delay; I am meeting some of the other members tomorrow at the workshop,I'll pass on the offer.
I am sure we can make up whatever is needed, base, holder, etc; and as you say, it will be of help either to the beginner(like me trying to get 4 turned legs to look the same)!:U, or to someone with problems gripping a tool handle.
Do you have a sketch of the tool holder, or a photo to get the idea?
Cheers, Raul

[unicorn]

Hi, Ray, I just saw your first post, with all the details in it!:p
That will teach me not to jump the gun!

[wheelinround]

Hi, Ray, sorry about the delay; I am meeting some of the other members tomorrow at the workshop,I'll pass on the offer.
I am sure we can make up whatever is needed, base, holder, etc; and as you say, it will be of help either to the beginner(like me trying to get 4 turned legs to look the same)!:U, or to someone with problems gripping a tool handle.
Do you have a sketch of the tool holder, or a photo to get the idea?
Cheers, Raul

Raul o problem both your PM's came through with just my message no reply added by you.

Sketches plans dimension's no problem give me a couple of days send me your e-mail to [email protected] and I'll email them. :2tsup:

I'll organise the cutting bits.

[Mike Wingate]

After some advice on this site in 1999, I bought an orange Copy Turn, by Woodfast. It has been brilliant when i need multiples.

[wheelinround]

After some advice on this site in 1999, I bought an orange Copy Turn, by Woodfast. It has been brilliant when i need multiples.

Didn't know they make one got a photo

[Mike Wingate]

Not yet, but I will assemble it on the lathe with it's bed and take a few photos and post. It is really simple and could be used blindfolded when set up. I got my daughters to run copies on it years ago. A bit of sanding after touching up corners with a skew chisel was all it needed. A terrific finish. From lace bobbins to stair newel posts for me.

[Mike Wingate]

As promised, a couple of pics.

[wheelinround]

Mike thanks looks a good set up :2tsup:

[Mike Wingate]

I have a number of different length sub bases, to which the template supports bolt onto. I have cut a variety of "patterns" that fit the template support. The material is minimal length and as vibration free and exhibits less flex on long parts. This has to be one of the easiest ways of turning spheres.

[wheelinround]

can do captured rings well to :2tsup:

[Mike Wingate]

I made some babies rattles like that years ago, as well as captive rings on goblet bases.

[Edwards]

Didn't know they make one got a photo

Check out their web site as it has some nice photos that might be helpful.
Cheers
Edwards:)

[wheelinround]

Check out their web site as it has some nice photos that might be helpful.
Cheers
Edwards:)


Have shame I have never seen one at a wood show but the handy fellows we are at OTGA we do like to tinker and see what we can come up with.

[Edwards]

Have shame I have never seen one at a wood show but the handy fellows we are at OTGA we do like to tinker and see what we can come up with.

Good to see the photos from Mike. They should be helpful.

Cheers
Edwards:)

[Mike Wingate]

With hindsight and a block of cast iron, a copy device like mine is easy to make from scratch.

[wheelinround]

Mike that cast base is almost like a very small bottle jack I have