I'm new to turning but from all the TH-cam videos that I've seen I think cocobolo is my favorite wood. It's gorgeous, and I like the simple finish you apply.
It's my favorite as well. But don't get too fond of it, it costs about $50 for a small block now! And its becoming more regulated do to over harvesting.
Thank You Matthew... First time watching. Cocobolo I LOVE but I can not turn often. My skin just cannot take it. I react like a mild case of poison Oak, ugh! I am a machinist and turn wood only when needed for a project. Usually only small projects that need fancy handles. I like your polishing wax technique and I will try it for my future projects. Matthew I have an interest in threading wood. Have you ever taken your small turnings to the next level of having a threaded lid ? I have not but I do expect to practice with this idea in the future. TM
I'm fortunate in that cocobolo does not give me any reaction, but I still try to limit my exposure. I have not done any threaded lids. In woodturning it either requires hand chasing them with special tools or a threading jig that I don't have.
That's a good question, I don't know! It's the age old battle between woodworker and wood color change! Haha! Just like Purple Heart it will eventually change in some fashion. All you can do is limit its exposure to light and oxidation.
If you are referring to dishing or doming out the bottom so it sits flat on a surface, I actually did put a slight tapered shape into it. Unfortunately I was having a really hard time getting it to show in the photos and on video. Sorry about that!
I’m making 16 of these exact size cups. We deal with small washers nuts screws, etc... on my biomed team. I wanna give them out to my teammates to carry around in their toolboxes. No reason they can’t be beautiful, right? Hey btw, is that a 40/40 grind? Anyway solid work bud. Beautiful wood. 👍🔥
If you're referring to Ashley Harwood's 40/40 grind then no. It's actually my version of an Ellsworth swept back grind. I don't know the angles but its what I've found I like.
I used to just sell at craft shows but I also now have an Etsy Shop at www.mdwwoodcraftings.etsy.com I also started another channel just for woodworking videos search MDW Woodcraftings
I'm not quite sure I'm understanding your question, so let me know if I'm not on point! When I sand the pice, I reverse direction after ever grit, but when applying this polishing wax finish, I don't find any need to. Hope this helps!
When I worked with Cocobolo all I used was wax. It was one of my favorites, till I saw how the color darkened, and faded with time. By applying a coat in reverse it ensures coverage on the leading and trailing edges of the pores. Not that big of an issue. I like your work, just mentioned it. Carry on.
Great job Mathew!
I'm new to turning but from all the TH-cam videos that I've seen I think cocobolo is my favorite wood.
It's gorgeous, and I like the simple finish you apply.
It's my favorite as well. But don't get too fond of it, it costs about $50 for a small block now! And its becoming more regulated do to over harvesting.
Damn Matthew, You make it looks so easy Lol. It's very obvious you've done more than a few bowl turns man. Great Job thanks for the video
Fantastic job!! Well done!!
Thank You Matthew... First time watching. Cocobolo I LOVE but I can not turn often. My skin just cannot take it. I react like a mild case of poison Oak, ugh! I am a machinist and turn wood only when needed for a project. Usually only small projects that need fancy handles. I like your polishing wax technique and I will try it for my future projects.
Matthew I have an interest in threading wood. Have you ever taken your small turnings to the next level of having a threaded lid ? I have not but I do expect to practice with this idea in the future. TM
I'm fortunate in that cocobolo does not give me any reaction, but I still try to limit my exposure. I have not done any threaded lids. In woodturning it either requires hand chasing them with special tools or a threading jig that I don't have.
Such an amazing rosewood. Love the colors of it.
it turns much darker
I used to finish hardwood turnings with 1950-60's bowling alley wax 😂 beautiful work!
So beautiful! I love it!
Great video - that finish is amazing. Definitely going to try and make a batch. Thanks dude.
Great video !
Ok thanks Matt. I’ll check it out. Like the Robust lathe.... One of these days..... 😊
Ron
Beautiful job.
Nice work - love the way it turned out.
Beautiful, nice work!
Really nice job. .......... What can you put on Cocobolo to keep the color bright?
That's a good question, I don't know! It's the age old battle between woodworker and wood color change! Haha! Just like Purple Heart it will eventually change in some fashion. All you can do is limit its exposure to light and oxidation.
Hey an American Beauty Lathe by Robust Tools... Tim Yoder would be so proud of you 😄
god job..awesome wood cocobolo
You should make more videos. Really nice job. Thumbs up and subscribed.
Nice piece of work. Cocobolo looks great. I just wasnt too pleased with the very flat bottom. Could have been tapered better. And a nicer finish line.
If you are referring to dishing or doming out the bottom so it sits flat on a surface, I actually did put a slight tapered shape into it. Unfortunately I was having a really hard time getting it to show in the photos and on video. Sorry about that!
I’m making 16 of these exact size cups. We deal with small washers nuts screws, etc... on my biomed team. I wanna give them out to my teammates to carry around in their toolboxes. No reason they can’t be beautiful, right? Hey btw, is that a 40/40 grind?
Anyway solid work bud. Beautiful wood. 👍🔥
If you're referring to Ashley Harwood's 40/40 grind then no. It's actually my version of an Ellsworth swept back grind. I don't know the angles but its what I've found I like.
@@mdwwoodcraftings1 Awesome. You hollowed that out like boss with what seems like a low heal. 👌
this is so cool!
Love it
Very nice Matt. Where do you sell your items?
Ron
I used to just sell at craft shows but I also now have an Etsy Shop at www.mdwwoodcraftings.etsy.com
I also started another channel just for woodworking videos search MDW Woodcraftings
Enjoyed this video, any chance you will make videos again?
Yes, I totally plan on it, but have not gotten around to it for some reason!
2 coats wax finish, why not 1 coat in reverse?
I'm not quite sure I'm understanding your question, so let me know if I'm not on point!
When I sand the pice, I reverse direction after ever grit, but when applying this polishing wax finish, I don't find any need to.
Hope this helps!
When I worked with Cocobolo all I used was wax. It was one of my favorites, till I saw how the color darkened, and faded with time. By applying a coat in reverse it ensures coverage on the leading and trailing edges of the pores. Not that big of an issue. I like your work, just mentioned it. Carry on.
What is the reason for freezing versus making a paste.
How long overall did it take to make?
Great vid though, loved it.
I had a little over twice as much raw footage as the video!
So a bit over an hour!
Coco Bolo turns great, cuts like plastic. Smooth but dusty.
Please make another video!
Can I ask how much pumice to beeswax you use to make the finish?
I don't really measure but probably about 4 tablespoons of the pumice per ounce of beeswax!
P.S. Sorry for the late reply!
Thanks!
holding that blade in there is so dangerous. Finish the bottom the correct way , with tools
Please clarify as to what you are referring to as I'm not sure what you mean by your statement?
What blade at which point in the video?
My name is Cheng Socheat, I am in Cambodia, I have many Cocobolo burls, Rosewood burls in my room. Anybody wants to have them?