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My veterinary tech lost her dog recently and I wanted to make an urn for her ashes. It is made out of spalted maple salvaged after a hurricane we had this past summer, along with bubinga for the base and lid. Finished with shellac, BLO, and wax.
Comments, critiques, and criticisms are always appreciated.
-- Rich in Richmond -- Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.
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Dale J Struhar Sr
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#1 posted 468 days ago
Absolutely beautiful.
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lew
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#2 posted 468 days ago
Gorgeous, Rich!
A fitting memorial to a beloved friend.
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jockmike2
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#3 posted 468 days ago
Beautiful turning. Nice use also. Is the lid screwed on or just jammed. I’ve known turners to put a couple grooves around the lid and use a rubber gasket to seal them. Did you go through any of that, or just made a tight fitting lid?
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PetVet
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#4 posted 467 days ago
@jockmike2 Thanks Mike. No, it is just a tight fit. I had her put two drops of CA on the inside rim before placing the lid on after putting the ashes in. I wish I had some thread chasers and experience in using them. That would be the ticket!
-- Rich in Richmond -- Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.
Bearpie
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#5 posted 467 days ago
Beautiful gesture, beautiful vase/urn for your friend.
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renners
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#6 posted 467 days ago
Nice timber, nice turning, nice thought. I’m sure your vet tech appreciated this a lot.
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deon
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#7 posted 467 days ago
Beautiful work!
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peteg
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#8 posted 467 days ago
Nice looking job there Rich. lovely timber & finish
Pete
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