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  1. 22nd June 2011, 05:34 PM #1
    MikeyMann
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    Default Can someone in Sydney make some handles on a lathe?

    Hi,

    I don't own a lathe, but need some handles made. About 120mm long, 30mm thick out of something like Oak. Is there anyone that can do this, i'll happily pay you!

    I'm making a door for a pizza oven and need to insert these handles over top of 2 stainless steel rods for obvious heat resistance.

    Being in Sydney would be good.

    thanks!

    Michael.
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  3. 22nd June 2011, 05:47 PM #2
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    Whereabouts in Sydney are you Michael?

    The Hills Mens Shed could possibly do them for you. I don't know about oak, but I'm sure we could find something suitable.
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    What sort of design/shape are you after?
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    Cut some dowel to length, drill a hole, then shape with a rasp/sandpaper. I have made several tool handles this way, and it allows non-symmetrical shapes. For example, if you wanted something like a curved, half-moon, it would be difficult on a lathe.
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  6. 23rd June 2011, 03:07 PM #5
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    Standard metal file handles might also fit the bill.
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