Sure is. I think the shape is fine as is. Now the fun part; sanding and finishing. I know; I've done gunstocks in the past. Very satisfying to see the final result getting close!
My first brush handle (A work in progress)
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Well, i felt like it was missing something. So i made some modifications. I think i am happy with how it looks.
Definitely done with the rough sanding now. 120, 150, 220 grit papers are next.
I'll need to fix the middle line on that ridge, on this side.
That knot is a 23mm, and i still have some room. Not sure if i'll go 24 or 26mm.
Definitely done with the rough sanding now. 120, 150, 220 grit papers are next.
I'll need to fix the middle line on that ridge, on this side.
That knot is a 23mm, and i still have some room. Not sure if i'll go 24 or 26mm.
So cool how it has a striped side and a circled side. 
Nicely done. What finish are you going to use?
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Man, i dont know. What's the best finish that will really bring out the wood grain? I was reading in an old thread that a marine grade sealer will be ultra effective against water. I just don't know which one.
Looks great. Can't tell you didn't use a lathe.
That is some nice freehand work.
Try using CA glue (super glue) and boil linseed oil. That should should seal up good. Search you tube on how to do this.
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Are you talking about this Craig?
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Instantb...y-100-400-ml-100-400/203082931#specifications
It has a spray on applicator.
i have searched on etsy for finishes and sealers. Cyanoacrylate seems to be a popular one. I've seen very nice cocobolo brushes on there, that are sealed with that.
http://www.homedepot.com/p/Instantb...y-100-400-ml-100-400/203082931#specifications
It has a spray on applicator.
i have searched on etsy for finishes and sealers. Cyanoacrylate seems to be a popular one. I've seen very nice cocobolo brushes on there, that are sealed with that.
George,
That is good looking handle and brush. Keep up the good work.
That is good looking handle and brush. Keep up the good work.
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Thanks Steve!
Sanded it today with 400, 600, 1200 and finished with a 2000 grit. Sealed it with a marine spar varnish. Applied the first coat it looks great! I'll post pics tomorrow.
I just ordered a 24mm Silvertip from the golden nib. Hope it gets here by the weekend.
Sanded it today with 400, 600, 1200 and finished with a 2000 grit. Sealed it with a marine spar varnish. Applied the first coat it looks great! I'll post pics tomorrow.
I just ordered a 24mm Silvertip from the golden nib. Hope it gets here by the weekend.
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Last pics before it's completely finished and i set the knot in it.
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Outdoor
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Looks great! That should seal water out. I once reinforced a boat transom for a bigger outboard motor. The choice was gloss or satin finish. That stuff is really waterproof!
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Looking better every step of the way!
I use the same finish on wooden fish nets that I build. Great stuff.
I use the same finish on wooden fish nets that I build. Great stuff.
I ran into this thread by accident. MR Lara, that is amazing !! Incredible actually. Thank you for sharing.
Yes that is what I talking about but you can find it cheaper on internet.
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That sure did turn out very nice.
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Here's the almost finished product.
a 24mm silvertip from the golden nib.
Gonna have to go buy some different epoxy, since the one i bought was crud. But this is how it's gonna look. I'll post pictures of the bloom once i use it later this week.
Thank you all for the kind words.
a 24mm silvertip from the golden nib.
Gonna have to go buy some different epoxy, since the one i bought was crud. But this is how it's gonna look. I'll post pictures of the bloom once i use it later this week.
Thank you all for the kind words.
Nice work on the finish. Cherry does respond well to oil based finishes. Good choice.
I only have two words for you...Absolutely Amazing!
