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Superbike_2

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Sep 2, 2018
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Location
Durham
First Name
James
Hi everyone,
James from Durham here. Just started turning this year and quite interested in pens. Made 3 so far, (all slims) one under instruction, and two on my own. The one under instruction turned out better than the other two, but hopefully with some practice they'll be flying off the lathe! Must order some more kits!
cheers:banana:
 
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Morse

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Dec 20, 2016
Posts
732
Location
Cheshire. UK
First Name
Dave
Welcome James.
I think there are a few on this forum from Durham.
Ask away on anything your not sure of, you’ll get plenty of advice.
Have fun.

Dave
 
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fortress

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Location
Astley
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John
Hello and welcome James, we’ve all been there, and that’s where it starts, one small pen for man....lol :thumbs::banana:
 
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JerseyBill

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169
Location
Jersey, Channel Isles
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Bill
Welcome James. Like all addictions it starts with just one and then, before you know it, you have been smitten. Fortunately this one is fairly harmless ....... usually! :thumbs:
 
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Phil Dart

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Colebrooke, Devon
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Phil
Hi James - welcome to the fold. I hope you enjoy your new hobby, but be warned - it's a pretty deep rabbit hole you've stepped into.
 
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Superbike_2

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Sep 2, 2018
Posts
4
Location
Durham
First Name
James
Ah wow, Thanks everyone! Yeah I had some issues with torn grain towards the end of the end of the tubes, and not sure what is causing it.... blanks were Sapele and Meranti. Might have another go today with the walnut and see if a more closed grain wood makes a difference. Also think i'll try drilling the holes on the lathe as there was a bit of slop in the holes drilled on pillar drill.
 
Lons

Lons

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Location
Northumberland
First Name
Bob
Welcome aboard James, I'm not a million miles away in Northumberland but your best bet if you need expert advice and help is Bill Mooney who's probably not far from you.
He's a great bloke with a wealth of experience and knowledge which he's always happy to share.
 
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