Brushmakers Forum- calling all Turners

And then there was a lid . Not perfect but not bad for a 1st try

 

looks awesome Patrick.nice work..

 

Thank you Gary!

 

Very nice work Patrick! It looks awesome!

 

Thank you Evan

 

Excellent work, Patrick!

 

Thank you Andrew

 

WOW, impressive skills Patrick

 

Thanks Dave ! It's a break from handle turning and an Avenue I always wanted to explore . I'm trying to source more larger diameter wood to male more of this style . I also want to try a few smaller variety for shave soaps .

 

I'm amazed at what talent all you turners have. Props

 

I can't speak for the others but I think mine comes from a desire to create more than skill or talent . I'm still learning as I go about this hobby. Thanks for the kind words Dave

 

Here are some of my recent works.

A razor handle for a friend.


And 2 TIG torch back caps for another friend.

 

Very nice work Patrick!

 

very cool..

 

Thank you Sir. When I get good enough at TIG welding I will make myself a few back caps.

 

If any wood turners/carvers want to up their game a bit, casting pewter inlay in wood was apparently a thing back in the day.

Here's a link to a video:
https://www.finewoodworking.com/2007/12/07/inlay-made-easy-metal-accents

If anyone does try this, you'll need to either use the copper foil trick shown in the video or use a lot of soldering flux. Also metal + moisture = spatter. Always wear a face shield. You never know.

Also, vintage pewter is just as easy to melt and use as modern pewter, and can be cheaply found. Well ventilated space, etc., etc.

 

Beautiful!! I am a welder and the lightbulb went off in my head when I seen those TIG caps .

 

Thanks Danny!

 

I may have to try this some day !

 

Thanks. You just need a sacrificial back cap for the brass threaded insert. Please tag me if you make one and post it here to be sure I see it.