Quite the challenge! What saw are you using? From the Knob it looks like a Hegner. A saw like the Pegas or the EXcaliburs would not have the upper arm moving and might be a bit easier.
Another thought have you tried drilling the starter hole in the other end and turning the blade around to do...
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Reply to Enhancement of purchased wood bowlby handibunnyGarry, I found the cutting very frustrating. I suspect that someone talented with spiral blades (like Charles Dearing) would have an easier time accessing the hard to reach areas. I did manage one bowl, was not satisfied with its appearance, and decided this was not for me. I'll cut, or sand, an...Today, 06:23 AM -
Reply to Enhancement of purchased wood bowlby garryatpaThanks Carole. Did you have any tricks/tips that you used in supporting the bowl while sawing. The trouble is that the bowl is always moving and therefore the angle is changing continuously. I think just taking my time and going slowly is necessary. I am sure that as I continue sawing will get easier....Yesterday, 09:20 PM -
Reply to Enhancement of purchased wood bowlby handibunnyLooking good so far. The fact that the sides are so thick adds a level of difficulty. All of Roehl’s bowls were cut with 1/4” thick sides to begin with, which means that once sanded, they would be about 1/8” thick.
However, the fact that you’re using a ready-made bowl ensures that...Yesterday, 06:31 PM -
Reply to Minor Question About Bowlsby RoyzMGPete and Carole - Thanks for the tips. I'll give them a try. I've made the bowl press and it works great. I've been using Weldbond but I may try the Franklin product. It is really critical to get any squeeze thru as quickly as possible. It's a bear to try to cleanup afterwards....Yesterday, 06:11 PM