Pjohnson
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I had time the past few days to try some new kits. Enjoyed the hum of the lathe and the challenge assembling new kits.
My problem has been with some frequent blowouts - 2 out of 4.
The blanks that fractured were a mulberry and a self cast with PR. I think the mulberry blow out was caused by the skew catching on the edge of a knot (still learning). The PR was at the nib end and just blew off - no explanation. I think I am seeing more because I am turning more.
what is your blow out rate?
My problem has been with some frequent blowouts - 2 out of 4.
The blanks that fractured were a mulberry and a self cast with PR. I think the mulberry blow out was caused by the skew catching on the edge of a knot (still learning). The PR was at the nib end and just blew off - no explanation. I think I am seeing more because I am turning more.
what is your blow out rate?