#24 My new logo and branding iron

[@kimfinity575]

I love this so much. Thank you for sharing. I’m going to sub :)

[@PaulLockwood]

Great idea Andrew. I don't think I've ever even signed one of my pieces so far. I think because it would look messy. This would make things look very neat, just a little expensive.

[@AndyPhillipWoodturning]

I was looking at going down the branding iron method myself ...good demo cheers

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Hi Andy. Thanks for the feedback. I think the only drawback is that the area being branded needs to be exactly flat. I'll be trying it out for real on my next project. Cheers. Andrew

[@Bramsshed1913]

I Like that a lot mate ! so much so in fact I will get in touch with them asap ! Cheers Andrew , Bram

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Hi Bram. Glad you like it. It takes a little practice and the wood to be branded needs to be perfectly flat. Other than that, it works! Take care. Cheers. Andrew

[@JimsonMakes]

Great logo Andrew. Cheers, Jim

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Thanks Jim. It's certainly not as creative as yours but I'm happy with it. Cheers. Andrew

[@enzosantomarco5237]

Very good...compliment.

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Cheers Enzo!

[@leksey7870]

A good logo! I dream to make one.

[@erinnamenacasas7396]

hi, there!!! I love your logo!!! the whale is so cute!!! hug from Querétaro, México!!!

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Hi Erinna. Thanks for the feedback. Cheers. Andrew

[@chrissullivan2948]

Hi Andrew - can I ask do you know the style of Font used? I'm designing my own logo with a view to getting one of the two UK companies to make an iron for me. The Font in the logo is clear on the image you have, and on the wood. Kind Regards

[@learningturningmetal]

Hi Chris - I've just checked the original design.... The font I used was Verdana (not bold). I hope that helps. Cheers Andrew

[@HarryHound1]

I have been looking for a way to mark my work, I will take a look at bolsons thank you for the info. What do you think of your Axminster lathe? I am considering one to replace my record CL4 Michael

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Hi Michael. The branding iron works really well. Best to test it on a similar piece of wood to gauge how long to hold it on. I replied to your earlier post re my lathe. Cheers Andrew

[@Mac2474]

Hi Andrew, Thanks for sharing. Could you let us have a ball-park figure for the cost of the complete kit?

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Hi Mac. A little on the expensive side at about £150 for a 30mm dia head and electric iron, but you get what you pay for. Branding iron wattage also depends on the size of the head. Extra heads are about £65 for 30mm dia. There were some quality issues with the head I initially received but they sorted it out very quickly and made another head foc. They appear to be a long established trustworthy company. I hope that helps. Cheers. Andrew

[@Mac2474]

Thanks Andrew, looking forward to your next video.

[@tiddlerfromtad]

H Mac. Thanks for subscribing. No pressure there then :-)

[@aikicrafts6718]

How does this work on hardwood such as oak, ash or maple? Thanks

[@tiddlerfromtad]

Hi. It works well on lighter hardwoods like ash and sycamore. I've not tried it on oak, but I imagine the definition will be not as good. Eg black on scream is definitely clearer than black on dark brown. Cheers. Andrew

[@aikicrafts6718]

Thanks Andrew. Alister

[@booyaa1851]

I realise this video is older but what did you pay?

[@learningturningmetal]

Hi. About £150 with a 35mm head. Cheers Andrew