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Offline Eric Harvey

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Re: Walnut donut
« Reply #15 on: April 01, 2016, 10:03:37 AM »
I can see why the customers love it Les,great piece,there used to be an American guy used to make a lot of these he did alorts with texturing etc,but the rounded smooth finish ones are always the ones the general public like best as they get picked up and fondled the most I`ve found,cheers,

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Offline Steve Jones

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Re: Walnut donut
« Reply #16 on: April 03, 2016, 10:00:12 PM »
I love it Les, well turned not easy to get the curves to flow correctly. A good finish and lovely wood. It is one of those tactile pieces that people love to pick up. Great Job.

Offline Bryan Milham

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Re: Walnut donut
« Reply #17 on: April 07, 2016, 12:56:19 PM »
Les,

I can see the effort you describe in getting the curves right, I think the finish is right, not too much of a glossy shine but being Microcrystaline wax, something that will stand up to being handled.

I'm also glad that I am the only one that cannot see this as attractive. I have looked and looked but apart from appreciating the work that you've put into creating it, it does nothing for me I'm afraid.
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Offline Les Symonds

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Re: Walnut donut
« Reply #18 on: April 07, 2016, 01:53:47 PM »
You're not alone, Bryan....fuzzy didn't like it, either. Gladly, my client loved it.
Les
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