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Hi, is there an easy way to glue an accent ring on the shoulder I turned onto the end of the shank, but only temporarily? That way I can finish the ring, take it off, finish (sandblast, dye etc.) the stumble and glue the ring on permanently. Something like locktite that can be dissolved with heat or...

Thanks DocAitch! Looks good!

Massis wrote: ↑Tue Feb 27, 2024 3:53 am I've mainly used a long carbide turning tool in my multifix tool holder as a tool rest for a small wood turning chisel. It's not safe, but it works.

Thanks Massis! I've found a tool rest specifically for my multifix holder. I'll start with that one and see how it works!

J. Mouton wrote: ↑Thu May 07, 2020 6:40 am Its very easy to construct a tool rest for my wood chisels.

Hey, since I am currently figuring out what's the best way to do that, would you care to share?

Tenon holder is a piece of 5/16” tool rod and can be adjusted to give working room for filing. https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img924/9935/Yr8JXz.jpg The slot holder is a piece of 1” Delrin which has been turned and shaped into a “screw driver-ish” shape. the contact points should be the ENDs of th...

Have been thinking about adding real "wood turning capabilities" to my process... Any of you out there using both a metal lathe (for drilling) and a wood lathe (for shaping) or using a tool rest for turning tools on the metal lathe? Would love to hear about your set-up or workflow. I know ...

Thanks Chris. Have you used the Mirka Mirlon handpads? Are they any good for handsanding?

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caskwith wrote: ↑Thu Oct 18, 2012 3:34 am I like mirka abrasives, their whole range is pretty good.

Which type/line of Mirka do you use? The WPF? Gold? Also for wetsanding?

Thanks (also for the link)! I also found your VFD set-up on some thread.
I am already using a VFD sanding disc on a 1.5 HP motor. But I am planning a dedicated buffing station where I can have 4 wheels set up permanently.

Yes, when buffing stems I thought the 2800 RPM were actually nice. But for initial steps I have founds myself "needing" a very slow speed.
So in other words, VFD is the way to go, if you're using just one motor?

Hello Gents, I've been reading up on buffing and am getting ready to re-build my buffing set-up. In order to avoid having to buy a VFD for my buffing motor, I want to use a pulley-and-belt system. I will have all wheels lined up on one single axis. So all running at same speed. My question is: Using...

Thanks Chris. Worked like a charm!

Well, that works for geometrical (square and round) shapes. Do you saw the crooked ivory pieces into perfect squares first???

Hey there,
any tips on how to work with naturally uneven pieces such as mammoth (as applications,ferrules etc.)
How do you get them chucked up to square off the surface in order to glue them to the stem or stummel?
Do you epoxy them to something round or square?
Any hints appreciated! Thanks!

Lighting your pipe on fire really only serves convenience - the stain dries faster so you can begin sanding again. It doesn't "drive the stain into the wood" - science (and practical application) don't support that. The basics: - sand to 500 or 600 grit - stain - buff - apply wax As I sai...

Weigh the block and mark the weight and date on the block with a pencil. re weigh it periodically (4-6 weeks). Mark and date. When the block remains approximately the same weight for a couple of weighings, it has reached the ambient moisture level for your location. DocAitch Thanks! I read that in ...

Hi there, how do you all "check" the humidity of the briar blocks (and other materials)? Just by knowing how long it dried after being cut by the cutter? Or do you use some kind of hygrometer to check? Along those lines, what is a good range of residual moisture (%) in briar before you rea...

Hi everyone, is anyone aware of a nice printable chart/poster with all the major classical pipe shapes? Sort of like this? https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pipe-Lovers-Collection-Metal-Signs-Tobacco-Knowledge-Tin-Posters-Retro-Reference-Infographic-Club-Bar-Man-Cave-Home-Wall-Decor-Plaques-8x12-Inches/120...

Thanks Sasquatch!

Real name: Sebastian Heck Age: 47 Location: Heidelberg, Germany Years a pipe smoker: 20 How you got into pipe making: I inherited my dad's small pipe collection. Started out refurbishing classic pipes. This got me more and more interested in the process of pipe making. Started out with a small selec...