Pierced sphere

[Pierre---]

To make a really round and empty sphere, 65mm OD (2-9/16") and exactly 2mm thick allover (5/64'', that's small turning, isn't it?) is not that easy. But to pierce it, gosh, you really need time!
Pear wood bleached and ebonized.
C&c welcome!

 

[Dieseldoc]

awesome work

 

[1080Wayne]

Lots of time , I`m sure it took , but I will place your name alongside those of the best craftsmen of the ages .

 

[Larryreitz]

mind boggling

 

[MRDucks2]

I enjoy seeing your work, Pierre. Thanks for sharing.

 

[Jim15]

Beautiful work.

 

[Alan Morrison]

That's a cut above, Pierre.
Par excellance.

Alan

 

[TDahl]

Wow!! That is stunning. Great craftsmanship.

 

[duncsuss]

Beautiful design as well as super craftsmanship.

I would love to see it in a video, to see it from different angles.

 

[ericofpendom]

Fantastic work Pierre, really delicate. You should have a look at the work of David Springett and look for his book, "Woodturning Wizardry". you may already know of him but he's worth a look as he has some great challenging sphere pieces.
Thanks for sharing.

 

[Bryguy]

Wow! That is an amazing piece of work! Fantastic!

 

[Pierre---]

I would love to see it in a video, to see it from different angles.

Thanks mates. Sorry, no video, but I have other pictures :

 

[Pen_man_ship]

Beautiful!

 

[TellicoTurning]

Super intricate work.... maybe when I grow up and get a little experience I can do something like that.... really like your work.

 

[BULLWINKLE]

Awesome work. I'm still trying to figure out how you did it.

 

[Pierre---]

Awesome work. I'm still trying to figure out how you did it.

I used hooked tools, like for Chinese balls, with special tool holder:

 

[BULLWINKLE]

I used hooked tools, like for Chinese balls, with special tool holder

Thanks Pierre. Your skill level is Way better than mine. The workmanship is incredible

 

[mark james]

Superb artistry. Thank you for sharing.