Not the hardest wood in the world but rather currently the hardest wood commercially sold. It is the forth hardest know wood. Your end result is beautiful however it is possible someone watching will try to copy your techniques and end up severely injured. I am fortunate to have an excellent supply of Guaiacum officinale, AKA, Lignum Vitae, over 16 inches in diameter. Have turned many pieces. It’s incredibly difficult to work therefore I applaud your skills however I believe what is shown in this video is extremely dangerous.
After watching the video for a second time, I would suggest you buy a band saw rather than spend your money on a doctor trying to re-attach your fingers. Even some files would be a better option.
Thank you for all your comments. There are many comments that machining with a table saw is dangerous. I also have a band saw, but I am afraid of machining with a band saw. I've been doing it this way for 10 years, so I feel safe. But please don't copy it. Please try it in a safe manner. When I looked up lignum vitae on Google, I was told that it is the hardest substance in the world. If anyone knows of a harder wood than this, please let me know. I want a challenge.
Nice cup! However - not really the hardest wood in the world. Here in Southern Africa there are harder woods. By the way - I have turned with L V. Kind regards - and keep up the good work.
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Not the hardest wood in the world but rather currently the hardest wood commercially sold. It is the forth hardest know wood. Your end result is beautiful however it is possible someone watching will try to copy your techniques and end up severely injured. I am fortunate to have an excellent supply of Guaiacum officinale, AKA, Lignum Vitae, over 16 inches in diameter. Have turned many pieces. It’s incredibly difficult to work therefore I applaud your skills however I believe what is shown in this video is extremely dangerous.
Beautiful design, excellent craftsmanship, --and patience!
Good morning 🌅, Very nice cup,, BUT VERY DANGEROUS USING THE TABLE SAW, AND PUTTING FINGERS INTO YOUR TURNING .
WHILE STILL SPINNING , 😵💫,
The fingers inside a wide opening is not to bad - BUT DEFENITELY NOT with the tool rest there.
Опасно пилой работаешь!!!))) Добра, здоровья, пальцы береги!) Кукса - огонь!)
After watching the video for a second time, I would suggest you buy a band saw rather than spend your money on a doctor trying to re-attach your fingers. Even some files would be a better option.
Thank you for all your comments. There are many comments that machining with a table saw is dangerous. I also have a band saw, but I am afraid of machining with a band saw. I've been doing it this way for 10 years, so I feel safe. But please don't copy it. Please try it in a safe manner. When I looked up lignum vitae on Google, I was told that it is the hardest substance in the world. If anyone knows of a harder wood than this, please let me know. I want a challenge.
Nice cup! However - not really the hardest wood in the world. Here in Southern Africa there are harder woods. By the way - I have turned with L V. Kind regards - and keep up the good work.
Them fingers ain't so hard... Had to stop watching
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