Thread: Indexed Bowls

Here is an example Dave approx dia is 14" with 14 bowls x 2" dia

and 14"x 14 bowls by 3" dia

settings for indexed notches would be the same just size of bowls is different.

I haven't variefied if the index notches to the Jig, to the number bowls or set up for the pics below

In regard to David's question re-limit of main bowl size with the dimensions for the drawing there are two concerns.

1 the centring holes radiating outwards will only allow a certain size of blank unless you don't mind a wide edge.

2 the counter weights required to balance it all

Here's a photo of additional weights Darrell has had to use

I see today the Jig has made it into the Australian Woodsmith Issue 77

Along with it is a clock done by Darrell Smith guess who owns the clock was a Christmas Present from LOML.

The need for some corrections and updates on the drawings were required, nothing major just to clear some confusion.
Plus some additional photo's as seen in previous posts above.

All being well it will be demonstrated at The Sydney Working with Wood Show.

Ray

WOW ok so I miss-read how many have looked at this thread over 1200.

Day one at the TSWWS it drew many peoples attention, so thanks to all who came and saw it in action keeping Darrell flat out all day.

Next phase yes there is another step forward development is progression.

Ok so you have turned the platers multi-bowl and now considering where to next.

David has made up a 60 indexed plate to also go onto the jig (see photo) he prefers the 30 which he has also made.
Which when fitted along with your Rose Engine or OT lathe set up will now produce Ornamental turning on the Index bowl jig.

Photo of the 60 plate

and OT work produced on a platter.

Originally Posted by wheelinround

OTGA & Blue Mountains member Darrell Smith created these platters/bowls with a very interesting indexed jig. Lathe used was H&F's WL-18

There will be more on the jig soon.

Interesting work Ray. I have not tried anything like it but the results look good.

Cheers
Edwards

Originally Posted by hughie

Link, hmm well we'll see. I was cruising along not really paying any attention to where I was.


here you go I saved the pic
Cosmic Burst Pattern Bowl: Joshua Salesin

hey hughie very nice bowl and well done. Hey WR WWW WWWOOOOOOWWW you have to teach me that oh wise one please Ian

Originally Posted by Nai84

hey hughie very nice bowl and well done. Hey WR WWW WWWOOOOOOWWW you have to teach me that oh wise one please Ian

Ian when you come over I'll have Darrell teach the turning of the bowl and David and i cn teach you how to make the jig and hen Ornament the platter.

Other wise check out the attached PDF so you can make the Index Jig and ask questions.

Hey WR

How did you go with the cargo rates LOL well I will download the pdf and do some reading on the subject and that would be awsome to learn from you guys

Ian

Originally Posted by Nai84

Hey WR

How did you go with the cargo rates LOL well I will download the pdf and do some reading on the subject and that would be awsome to learn from you guys

Ian

Car go rates well if you go by car enjoy the trip i have heard it takes about 3 days each way and this time of year Nullabor reaches 55C.


Ian the PDF is for the making of the Indexed Bowl Jig for serving bowls only. I have yet to do a write up for the double indexed set up to do the Ornamental plater. None of it covers making a Rose Engine or making the tools etc used to do the surface decoration. Don't let this put you off. Its a hoot making the stuff and the world over new ideas coming all the time.

Hey WR

I sent you a pm I would never let anything put me of

Ian

Pm & e-mail on way

Ian the Index Bowl Jig Or Off Centre jig puts the best of them off. I myself have not used it as yet but will be giving it a try one day.

Hey Ray

I have seen some videos of the off center chucks and they look very cool I still have a lot to learn from basic stuff but when I do reach my comfort zone I plan on taking on this stlye of turning it looks like fun

Ian