I have a friend who owns a sawmill/lumber business, and I stopped by to pick this stuff up from him (yesterday) with absolutely nothing in mind. Only possibilities of what could possibly be one day.
But you might have a part in what I build with some of it. If you have any good suggestions for me.
I’ve got a while before I’m recovered from my hand injury (see my other blog entry), so since I won’t be using the machines anytime REAL soon, I need to occupy my mind with ideas for when that day comes when I get back into the shop.
First up – 6 pieces of Black Walnut (with plenty of sapwood) $8 for all 6 pcs. Varying widths of 5.5” (4), 7.75” (1), & finally 8.25” (1)
http://downloads.ricib.com/wal1.jpg
Next – 12 pcs of 1 3/4” x 1 3/4” x @ 28” (2) – 30” (10) each. Most likely legs for something. $5 for all 12 pcs.
http://downloads.ricib.com/silmpl1.jpg
& finally – A stick of Hickory that he threw in, when I asked if he had any, cheap. $2 for the piece.
http://downloads.ricib.com/hickory1.jpg
Who knows, your ideas could be what I build as my comeback project, hahaha.
Thanks for looking,
R
P/S/ – I’ve got lots more wood to get ideas on in upcoming blog posts.
-- Respect your shop tools and they will respect you - Ric
10 comments so far
lazyfiremaninTN
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posted 434 days ago
Walnut always makes good cutting boards, and I think that the sap wood would make a great contrast.
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Dusty56
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posted 434 days ago
The Walnut is beautiful so you can’t go wrong no matter what you dedcide to build from it ….my problem is that I keep collecting with out ever building anything larger than a breadbox ,, so as far as projects go I’m afraid I’m useless ! hahahaa ….....best wishes on a full and speedy recovery : )
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Christopher
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posted 434 days ago
I guess I think you should mail it to me!
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Scott Bryan
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posted 434 days ago
Nice score!! I am sure that there are some gorgeous projects in there.
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oldskoolmodder
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posted 434 days ago
Adrian, Cutting boards were the first thing that came to mind for the widest Walnut board.
Dusty, This is some of the most beautiful walnut that I’ve ever seen in person.
Christopher, I think you have a great idea as well. hehehe
Scott, I can’t wait to see what comes of any of this wood.
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Napaman
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posted 434 days ago
nice purchase….
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Karson
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posted 434 days ago
Great catch. I assume that he threw them at you.
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oldskoolmodder
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posted 434 days ago
Karson, You aren’t too far off. We used to play hockey together, he was a scorer, and I was a goalie. hehe
It’s always nice to know someone who can get you quality wood at cheap prices.
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Will Mego
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posted 433 days ago
well, if I had that piece of hickory, and I wish I did…I can’t see how thick it is, but my inclination is to make handmade tool handles.
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oldskoolmodder
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posted 433 days ago
Will, it’s 13/16” Pretty much what all the wood is from this guy. I’d like to use the “bad” edge, as I’ve grown to like that rustic look that comes with using non straight edges. Handles are quite a possibility, in fact, maybe even a mallet or two.
-- Respect your shop tools and they will respect you - Ric