Greek wild olive wood - rootstock rest

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I had just enough to squeeze a rest of of this small burl in the root ball. The tree had been struck by lightning and was well stressed, at least a small part will be with us for - hopefully - a while yet!!

The variety is "Manaki" and comes from the high slopes in the Pelopennese, Greece.



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How about we just make it an IAP and we all meet there [:)][:p][:)]

..any limit on how many suitcases we can bring back[}:)][:D]

..by the way...beautifull pen and rest MiK..!!
 
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Hey Guys - thanks!

Seriously though - if you want to get up a group of turners - why not come out!! There is plenty of local accommodation!

I can make all the arrangements all you need is a flight out
- yes and you will feast, bath and eat the GWOW!!! Plus some fun of course.

The suitcases need to arrive empty and be very sturdy!![8D][8D]
 
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Absolutely a gorgeous pen and rest. I really like the grain that pops out. As far as the trip, wouldn't it be a lot cheaper for you to come here w/ suitcases fille with GOW?
 
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[:(!] I am so envious! [V] Of cous, of cous, it goes without saying! [:p] That's why I'm not saying it![:p] I don't speak Greek either, obviously! But I appreciate beauty, Grecian or otherwise! And that's a <b>beautiful</b> pen and setting!
 
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Oooh! I like pastorbill's idea![:D] Bring some of that fabulous feast food, too! (Mr. Cavanaugh need not respond about how much food I need either!)
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<b>No!</b>[}:)] I'm not a termite, no matter what William says, I meant real Greek food goodies![;)]
 
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Hey - now I do not need an excuse to get to the States - I have never been there.

I was asked to do a tour demonstrating to turners and for clients etc.,in March, but alas my order book stopped it!!

It would be good to visit - later in the year - after my season finishes - November time.

Thanks
 
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Are you any where near Corfu or Rhodes? Just wondering, because I sometimes stop there when on deployment with the Navy. It'd be nice to know a fellow turner there. Your work is very nice, BTW.
 
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Originally posted by daveturns05
<br />Are you any where near Corfu or Rhodes? Just wondering, because I sometimes stop there when on deployment with the Navy. It'd be nice to know a fellow turner there. Your work is very nice, BTW.
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Unfortunately its far in the West the Ionian - a good 5hrs drive form us in The Aegean!!
 
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Excuses not needed or accepted. In the Arkansas Ozarks, Casa Fusco is always open. Three years ago I extended that invite to a then e-friend living in England on a discussion list for historical firearms. Voila, he showed up for the muzzle loading deer season here. Had a great two week visit. He went back home after sealing many 'Yank' friendships.




Originally posted by mik
<br />Hey - now I do not need an excuse to get to the States - I have never been there.

I was asked to do a tour demonstrating to turners and for clients etc.,in March, but alas my order book stopped it!!

It would be good to visit - later in the year - after my season finishes - November time.

Thanks
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When In Virgnia Beach, you'll be welcome here. We have a very active turning club, several penmakers (most are on this site), and lots of US History. Our beaches are nice but not as nice as yours.

Larry

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<br />OOPs!! I did'nt thank you all for your great comments - yes and I will be coming over to the States sometime!!

Anyone with accommodation on offer?

Thanking you all
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