When it comes to woodworking in general, I tend to be a traditionalist. Sure, there are a few new tools that I use daily, but if a task can be done with traditional tools, that’s usually how I’ll do it. The same can be said for turning. I am a fan of traditional cutting tools: a spindle roughing gouge, a parting tool, spindle and bowl gouges. I like the way the wood reacts to a sharp tool, and the surface that’s left behind. Plus, I enjoy developing the skills needed to effectively use cutting tools. However, when it comes to hollowing vessels through a small opening, that’s where I change it up.
For turning small hollow forms like the small burl piece above, I rely on my Jimmy Clewes mate tool. It’s a great little tool that has crossed the “traditional tool” line. The one limitation with it is the depth in which you can hollow. Usually, I try and stick with about 7 with the mega mate. So what happens if you want to hollow deeper... say a vase that is 12 or deeper? That’s where I rely on a little help. That helping hand comes in the form of a hollowing jig.
Jig Basics Hollowing jigs all share a few common traits, and share one goal: to help you create uniform hollow forms safely and easily. Hollowing deep hollow forms with handled tools (such as extra-long handled scrapers) can beat up the turner. A tool hanging several inches to a foot off the tool rest creates a tremendous amount of leverage. The goal of a hollowing jig is to let the lathe do the work without transferring the excess torque to the turner.
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der February 2022-Ausgabe von Popular Woodworking.
Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.
Bereits Abonnent ? Anmelden
Diese Geschichte stammt aus der February 2022-Ausgabe von Popular Woodworking.
Starten Sie Ihre 7-tägige kostenlose Testversion von Magzter GOLD, um auf Tausende kuratierte Premium-Storys sowie über 8.000 Zeitschriften und Zeitungen zuzugreifen.
Bereits Abonnent? Anmelden
Bosch Job Site Table Saw
While many woodworkers dream of the largest cabinet saw they can get their hands on, reality often dictates a different path.
MIDSIZE ROUTER MELEE
Routers love them or hate them, there are an overwhelming amount of options available. Here's the breakdown on how this midsized lot performs.
Glancy's No 1 Oil
I've said it before, and I'll say it again. The thing I love most about woodworking is the community around us. I meet some fantastic people within it.
Milwaukee FUEL 61/2" Circular Saw
Milwaukee recently announced their next generation of tools and batteries at their annual Pipeline showcase.
Scraping is Quicker than Sanding
No matter what grit sandpaper you use on end grain, there's one hand tool that can get the job done faster: the No. 80 scraper.
Bosch Brushless Planer
Every once in a while I'm fortunate to be struck by serendipitous situations in this job.
Spring Green Saws
Some of the nicest saws around are coming out of Warwick, RI, at the hands of Charlie Earnest.
Bank Manager's Desk
With its quartersawn oak, and Arts & Crafts finish, this desk is sure to serve generations to come.
Record Stand
Brush up on your precision miters, and build this mid-century inspired record player stand.
Carving a Spoon
Wooden spoons can be as elaborate or utilitarian as you'd please. Either way, it's a great way to spend time in the shop.