BOW Euro with Knot

[jedgerton]

Here is one I finished last Friday. I'm not so wild about how the knots are turning out and could use some advice on making them better. I'm using a sled on my table saw which makes a 0.1" kerf. The angle I'm cutting at is approximately 30 degrees. I'm using the lathe to drill so I think its pretty well center drilled.

Let me know your thoughts. Oh, and BTW, the blank came from Woodturningz and its one of the nicest BOW blanks I've gotten.

John

 

[toolcrazy]

The know looks great, but with the wide blade that you are using, you might consider increasing the angle to at least 45 degrees or even a bit more.

Nice pen, though.

 

[fiferb]

I also recommend increasing the angle to at least 45 degrees. That is a beautiful piece of BOW. Don't think I'd use this type of blank for a knot. Just my opinion.

 

[AceMrFixIt]

I use my band saw for the knots now. Made a jig set to 55 degrees. Very slim lines and makes the knot longer. Corian makes great jigs.........I like the pop of the grain on your pen. Good job.

 

[bitshird]

Very nice BOW, made a pretty pen.

 

[Ankrom Exotics]

Beautiful pen and a super blank. I agree with the previous comments regarding the thickness and angles on the knot (but don't pay me any mind..... I haven't even tried one yet).