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22nd March 2010, 02:57 PM #31
Hi Kev,
That looks magnificent, you certainly have an eye for the handle shape, and as Ian says the sharpening comes with practice, but you are already well down the track.
That blackwood is one of those timbers that have "chatoyance" that almost irridescent look as the light reflects off the grain. Good choice.
Looking forward to the next one!
Regards
Ray
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22nd March 2010, 09:26 PM #32Member
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30th December 2010, 09:26 PM #33
January 2011 is Saw Month
After an eventful 2010 I decided that January is going to be the time that I finish some of the saws that I started many months ago. To push me along a bit I thought I'd post my intentions here in the hope that it will prompt me to "just get on with it and make a few saws"
I have 7 saw blades and backs ready to go. 5 of these have teeth cut and sharpened. I have 4 saws with the saw plate slits cut into the handles and 2 ready to have the bolts fitted and handles shaped.
The Mrs and the kids will have a few days away with her family and I get to stay home and catch up on things around the house and in the shed.
So the "Back Saw Bug" is back.
Watch this space.
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30th December 2010, 09:36 PM #34
Lookin good Kev.
I cant wait to see the progress.
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30th December 2010, 10:23 PM #35
Good to see Kev,
Now we can all nag you to finish!...
I'll go first, ... Hey Kev, Finished those saws yet?
Regards
Ray
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30th December 2010, 10:49 PM #36Senior Member
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Hi Kev, research shows that when we announce our goals we are less likely to achieve them! Now we'll all need to keep on your back to help make sure you get there.....
There's an interesting article here:
http://sivers.org/zipit
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31st December 2010, 08:34 AM #37
Go for it Kev - nothing like New Year resolutions!
I've temporarily retired from sawmaking. With the total now approaching 40 saws since the bug latched onto me two-and-a-bit years ago, I think I am ready to call it quits for a while. LOML agrees emphatically!
The good news is that with all this wet weather we've been copping these last two weeks, I've managed an unusually large number of shed hours, and have had the opportunity to give some of my new saws a thorough workout on 'real' jobs. They all seem to be working well, I'm pleased to report, though I am definitely most thrilled with my "D8" 'half-back' copy. It is just right for all sorts of jobs, and more versatile than a 'full-back' saw of similar size. Can't understand why these aren't more popular......
Happy new year to yez all, & may 2011 be full of sharp, well-set teeth...
Cheers,IW
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31st December 2010, 09:36 AM #38
I reckon that depends on the person. Rather than go completely off-topic I'll say this; If you've made a start and you need a tool to re-motivate yourself I reckon announcing your intention is powerful. Kev's already made lots of progress. On the other hand if you've made up your mind to do something, then tell everyone about it, the two conditions can be self-satisfying and nothing gets done. Obviously not the case here.
Personally I believe the WIP thread is a great tool, and who doesn't like reading them and commenting too?
Great job so far Kev, love your work!
Dave."Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so."
- Douglas Adams
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31st December 2010, 02:04 PM #39Senior Member
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Oh just some tongue-in-cheek humor that I guess didn't come across while steadfastly not announcing that I intend to make an open tote dovetail size back saw this year. Oops. Haha!
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2nd January 2011, 08:43 PM #40
OK, here is my second complete saw ever.
American Black Walnut, 12" Rip its twin in Cross Cut is next on the list and will be up in a few days.
I remember why I got the bug after todays shed time.
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2nd January 2011, 10:56 PM #41
Hi Kev,
Congratulations on such a beautiful looking saw, it looks great, I especially like the medallion and the finish you have got on the handle.
Walnut and Brass, go together perfectly... my favourite combination.
Nice work, can't wait to see the others..
Regards
Ray
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3rd January 2011, 08:13 AM #42
Walnut is an excellent handle wood, I've found - it develops a very nice patina with use. I think you'll come to like this one very much.
So when are you going to engrave your company logo on that elegant medallion??
Cheers,IW
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4th January 2011, 06:53 PM #43
Here we go. Two down four or five to go.
This one is the twin to the first one so its filed X-cut,Walnut and also 12TPI.
Thanks for the feed back guys I have learnt a lot during the last few years from each and every one of you.
The medallions will have to wait until Feb or March when I return to work and have access to a little cnc machine. I will add medallions to these two and a couple more I have in mind for down the track.
These two work very well and the sharpening thing is getting better.
All the best
Happy Saw month to all
Kevin
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4th January 2011, 07:00 PM #44Deceased
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Wonderful work Kevin.
Stewie.
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4th January 2011, 07:22 PM #45
Hi Kev
Very impressive work!
How do the handles feel in your hand? And - not sure if anyone asked this and you answered but - what finish did you use?
Regards from Perth
DerekVisit www.inthewoodshop.com for tutorials on constructing handtools, handtool reviews, and my trials and tribulations with furniture builds.
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