ribanett
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Hi, my name is Larry Wirt. I live in Kenner, LA (about 15 miles outside New Orleans). I am new to this org and have been browsing the site for a couple of weeks. There are some very interesting projects here, and all the help being offered is fantastic. I don’t have a wood lathe, but my 8†Southbend metal lathe works just fine for now. (had to design my own tool rests) I have turned about 200 pens over the years, mostly to go with my briefcases. Sure wish I had taken some pictures of them, but that will change real quick, now that I have someplace to show them
The one theme that has me intrigued is making segmented pens. I have been making hardwood briefcases for over ten years (mostly out of Bolivian Rosewood and Birdseye Maple). I design and make my own banding (most of my clients want something unique on their case) so working with segments is nothing new to me. Just have to expand the dimensions a little, and some forethought going from flat to round.
Glad to be part of this organization, hope to give tips along the way. I know I will gain a lot of knowledge from the experts here.
Have a wonderful new year
Larry
The one theme that has me intrigued is making segmented pens. I have been making hardwood briefcases for over ten years (mostly out of Bolivian Rosewood and Birdseye Maple). I design and make my own banding (most of my clients want something unique on their case) so working with segments is nothing new to me. Just have to expand the dimensions a little, and some forethought going from flat to round.
Glad to be part of this organization, hope to give tips along the way. I know I will gain a lot of knowledge from the experts here.
Have a wonderful new year
Larry
