Turning the end of closed end pens

[Bigblackdog]

I am struggling with turning the end of things like this, where I want to achieve an end something like that of the gherkin http://www.google.co.uk/imgres?imgu...EOkbJUV-o7eNn59GQ=&docid=f9p-PLkx75ZWQM&itg=1

I have tried using a skew to do so, but keep getting catches, and I am not sure that it is the correct tool for the job. Any tips or pointers- should I be using a single pointed tool instead.

 

[rayf6604]

I use a small 1/2 in skew for my closed end pens but I only use the very tip of the short point unless you will get catches

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[Grump]

Use a skew, aiming it in the direction of movement, Keep the toolrest close to subject, skew on rest at all times and use only a third of the tool that is in contact with rest.
Practice will have you performing like a pro in no time init?

 

[woodhacker]

 

[bassethound]

What Brian said!

 

[Walter]

There are a few videos on YouTube showing why you get catches with a skew. This one by Richard Raffan is one of the best:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOvF5f1phhY

 

[Dalboy]

I agree with Walter about this video being one of the best, well worth watching. So many people give the skew a bad name but like all tools a little patience will have you using it with confidence. Practice on some scrap pieces of wood.

 

[Jim]

The skew is your best bet Mark, stick with it, before you know it you will be churning them out ..

 

[Woody]

I use the long point of the skew

 

[wm460]

Get some scrap pieces of wood and practice and practice.

 

[donwatson]

Sorry I can't help Mark Thanks Walter for the video

 

[Bill Mooney]

I use the skew.

 

[Bigblackdog]

thanks Walter. I had seen that video, but had forgotten all about it. I can see what is happening now, so will keep practicing and see whether i can correct it

 

[Penpal]

I use the first chisel handy always have no favourites left or right hand... no I am not expert but manage quite well. The message for me is confidence sharpening and expectation, I have a box full of must haves not in constant use.

Peter.