Jim Finley shared his perspective on getting the most out of each piece of wood by considering grain and mounting the piece in the most beneficial position.
As Jim’s says: “Wood is essential to our hobby – woodturning. Finding turning wood, free or otherwise, is challenging, fun, and may provide opportunities to make new friends and provide access to myriad species and unique cuts. Sometimes, the most interesting finds are things you might overlook.” At this NVWT meeting, he talked about, which cuts to take for figure or interesting grain, unique species (common and uncommon), and diseases that create spectacular wood and how to take advantage of the figure you find in wood.
People brought along their own unique examples of wood to get advice.
He also explored different approaches for mounting special finds on the lathe. Surprising to many of us, he usually avoids faceplates and turns between centers. A 2 prong spur can grip better because it will go deep when aligned with the grain.
We also had our normal Instant Gallery (aka show and tell)
