Wood Turning The Segmented Thing

[@keithedwards1038]

As always, fantastic work. You’re such an inspiration to a new turner like myself. I’ve only had my Lathe since this past April. I’m now doing cherry bowl’s, black walnut bowl’s. Started doing Christmas ornaments. This morning I turned a rolling pin from a glue up I did yesterday. I’m gonna teach myself how to segmented stuff like this also. And I have been making torched flags for quite a while now. I really enjoy your channel. Thank you Gary. Have a great day. Sincerely, Keith.

[@ThePapa1947]

Hi Keith, well it sure sounds like you are doing one very important thing in wood turning. Having Fun! As long as I have been turning the minute I stand in front of the lathe I start having fun. You have a nice variety of things your are doing. When you start on segments take your time. Not only on how easy you start with but just take your time and make sure everything fits before moving on. I find woodturning to be relaxing and do not rush it. Take care, Gary

Hello my friend, It's a beautiful design. and other details were very nice. I watched with interest. Congratulations. you did a good job. I wish you have a nice weekend. See you. Big greetings.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks very much Sahane, I appreciate you watching and commenting. Gary

@@ThePapa1947 see you. be happy.

[@denisvienat849]

Un très vase et superbe travail bravo Gary 👍👏 j’adore voir tes vidéos et merci pour le partage 👍👋

[@ThePapa1947]

Denis merci encore d'avoir regardé. Toujours agréable de vous entendre et j'apprécie vos commentaires. Gary

[@josephsmith452]

Amazing skills and steps shared superbly as always. I totally agree with your good friend Phil and his comments. Well done my friend 👏. Take care. Joseph

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Joseph, I appreciate your comments and thanks for watching. Take care, Gary

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

You are the segment master, Gary, no doubt about it! Your instructions are very clear and easy for anyone to follow. Very interesting discussion of grain orientation, too. As always, your finish is spectacular! Fun, informative video to watch. Keep at it, Professor! 😊 Phil

[@jasonjohnson3605]

Professor ! Yea that tracks lol

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jason

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Phil! I do enjoy segments and love to share what I know about them. On something like this where I wanted 3/8" thick rings it would have been easy to just rip the board into 3/8 strips. Then all that nice grain is lost in glue. I do think that happens a lot. This was just something to keep me away from that root ball that keeps calling LOL. Take care my friend, Gary

[@duanemonks2559]

Made your bandsaw sled man it works like a champ thanks for sharing

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Duane, nice to hear you made one and it works good. Thinking about make another dizzy bowl so mine will get a work out for sure. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@markanthonystringer9823]

Hi Prof Papa, You warned us when you were being BUGGED this was coming, it didn't disappoint. Beautiful work and your technical detail was very helpful. God Bless, stay safe. Tony

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Tony! Happy you enjoyed the bug free turning. God bless my friend, Gary

[@kobiekaasjager4822]

Gary it is just awesome Awesome and stunningly beautiful. I love segmented work.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Kobie. Happy you enjoyed it and thanks for watching. Gary

[@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi]

Beautiful beautiful and beautiful. that's no words can describe the piece. weldone. gary.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Manjit, very happy you liked it. Take care my friend, Gary

[@robertcloosterman9336]

G'Day Gary. Great . . Thing. Love your intense Segment work. 😊 Rob

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Rob I have another planned that I will probably build over a 3 week period or so. Like this on it will be a lot of glue work but should not be all that long of a video. Thanks for watcing, Gary

[@gaowoodlab]

Very beautiful,👍👍👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Goa!

[@braidwooddesignstudio5536]

Gary + segment + wood grain + polish = a masterpiece. Thank you.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Judit, happy you liked it. Take care, Gary

[@michaeldennison3548]

Fabulous Gary, just Fabulous!!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Michael. Happy you liked it. And thanks for watching. Gary

[@SiamWoodShop]

Beautiful vase Gary, the way you cut the segments really accentuates the grain character. Take care, John

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much John. The reason for making a ring that I could cut into 2 rings was so I could get the grain that way. Other wise I would have cut the strips thick enough for just one ring and all the nice grain would have been a glue joint. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@emgiwoodworks]

You really are the master of segments Gary! You have shown so much of it already so its not a surprise but I want to mention it anyway. Thank you so much for joining our Challenge! 😎

[@ThePapa1947]

Well thank you Leo and thank you for putting on the challenge. I generally do not do them but if you say segments you have my attention. Take care, Gary

[@lv_woodturner3899]

That looks terrific. A LOT of work. The camera cannot do justice to the chatoyance. I can imagine how the sapele shines with the reflected light. Well done. Dave.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Dave, yes it was a bit of work and for sure the chatoyance is really something to see in person as I rotate the piece. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@kentturkow1572]

Terrific segment piece. Your segmented work is technical and beautiful. I enjoy watching your videos to learn how to be a better turner and explanations are great. Thank you for sharing.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Kent and thanks for your very kind comments. Take care, Gary

[@skipflorey2511]

Nice twist. Also the shimmer from the grain looks great👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Skip, the grain really is special in this piece. Thanks for watching. Gary

[@paulcoffey-windycitywoodwo1073]

Hi, Gary. I'll have to commend you on your efforts on the segmented bowl. I haven't developed the patience necessary to cut and glue 504 segments (or 252, then cut in half!). With the figured burls that I have access to, I can turn a bowl with 503 fewer pieces! 🙂 I may graduate to your league someday but, for now, I'll leave those challenges to you. It certainly is a beautiful piece! Nice work! Take care, --Paul

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Paul. I think if I had a supply of figured burls I would be turning lots of them. Although I do love turning segmented turnings. Maybe I will glue together the trimmings I have from the few burls I have had. i never toss them! Thanks for watching, Gary

[@daveporter2555]

Another beauty Gary. 👍.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Dave!

[@skipflorey2511]

Gary, Another wonderful piece. The off set of the darker pieces gives it a

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Skip, happy you liked it. Gary

[@tompuskar4426]

Always enjoy uour videos, Gary. Nice job!

[@ThePapa1947]

I appreciate that Tom and thanks for watching, Gary

[@MikeB0001]

Another beauty!😃👍🏻👍🏻

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Mike and thanks for watching. Gary

[@toddatglencovewoodworks]

Nice graceful curves on the vase Gary. Nice chatoyance too!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Todd, happy you like it and thanks for watching, Gary

[@misfitramone]

Beautiful peice! Thanks for sharing your talents! I'm going to be trying the glue up process on my next segmented bowl!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you and let me know how it works out. Gary

[@misfitramone]

@@ThePapa1947 thank you I will most definitely do that!

[@kam70111]

🙂 Engrossing. Beautiful.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Khan! Thanks again for watching and commenting. Gary

[@mdaley3102]

It appears you are a master at segmented turning. Very nice.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you so much Michael, I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching. Gary

[@cposwn]

Really nice turning Gary. Well done as usual.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks, happy you liked it. Gary

[@stuartscott9646]

Great choice of the grain. Gorgeous!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Stuart and thanks for watching. Gary

[@spindlesworkshop9744]

Yet another great job 👏 Cool looking piece 👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Luie, I tried a slightly different pattern on this and was not sure how it would work out. Just for fun I will do another with a standard pattern. Just because it is fun!😎 Thanks for watching, Gary

[@BadAppleWoodwerx]

Thanks for linking the challenge. I usually don't hear about them until the last day. I guess I better get to work!

[@ThePapa1947]

Your welcome. I look forward to seeing what you come up. Gary

[@jnol9009]

Another beautiful piece. Well done! Thx for sharing and take care.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much and thanks for watching. Take care, Gary

[@lesliegrimm4344]

Wow,beautiful Gary.

[@ThePapa1947]

Many thanks Leslie and thanks for watching. Gary

[@woodturningwithDave]

Beautiful piece of art. Gary Your videos are very helpful Take care, Dave

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Dave. I notice you have a new video and will be watching it as soon as I finishing reading my comments. Take care, Gary

[@janeplatt8254]

This looks amazing lovely work x😊🇬🇧❤️

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Jane and thanks for watching, Gary

[@TanyaBecherWoodturning]

Gary first off, well done! This vase is absolutely stunning with the chatoyancy of the wood and the shape......WOW!! Take care and stay safe, Tanya

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Tanya. Happy you liked it. Take care Gary

[@markv1027]

What a beautiful turning Gary. The sapele is a pretty wood for sure. I haven't gotten brave and daring enough to try segmented turning but one of these days I will have to try it. As always thank you for the videos!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Mark. When ever you are ready give it a try. You may like it or may not. Start with something simple. Success will bring you back for more. Take care, Gary

[@deforrestkeeling5782]

Wow what a difference as you said. 👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much DeForrest! Yes it is a big difference and easy to miss. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@jackthompson5092]

Absolutely gorgeous Gary. I am now going to have to make a rig for sawing rings on my bandsaw.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jack. I did not make a video of the jig but I do have one showing all the parts and how it workskzbin.info/www/bejne/bYKaiXape9Wea7s&ab_channel=ThePapa1947. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@kathleenposton2334]

Looking good there, Gary!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Kathleen, happy you liked it. Take care, Gary

[@tuffymartinez]

WOW Gary...Sat down with my coffee thinking of slowly waking up watching you turn. All the segments, hot glue, different woods, gluing segments accurately (than going back & re-watch so I don't loose track). Pick up where I left off, re-watch thinking if just one little slipup happens along the way ...than what?...WHAT FUN!!!!! Watching, concentrating, re-watching, kind of understanding, more coffee, OH YEA...I'M GETTING IT, re-watch again...HA. Thinking how you should call your show "Wake You Up Wood Turning With Gary" TONS OF FUN, THANK YOU GARY!! TM

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Tuffy! Always nice hearing your comments after you finish your morning coffee! Oh yes I used to think about all that work flying across the shop right before it is done. You know with your metal work and you are doing the final cut for perfection that you are not going to get a second chance. Wake Up Wood Turning With Gary...hmmm...I know he has 3 cups of coffee before heading to the shop LOL Thanks for watching buddy! Gary

[@jerrystark3587]

Another interesting and helpful video. Great project, too. Many thanks!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jerry, happy you like it. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@rickhomer934]

As a Wood turner myself, you are my favourite you tube channel. In addition to your beautiful creations I find the time that you spend on the instructional side of your turnings most valuable. Simply put, you inspire me. Thanks so much.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Rick! I appreciate your comments and happy you enjoy my videos. I have more the same coming up. Take care, Gary

[@gordroberts53]

Hi Gary. Another great video. As always I learned something new and gave me some ideas to try out. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Gord. Looking forward to hearing what you come up with. Take care, Gary

[@mikeyoung8126]

Wow Gary absolutely beautiful that is very complex I think it would look a little better with a lid on it but that’s my opinion take care and God bless my friend

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Mike, I can always make a lid for it. I am actually thinking of making a lid for my Barrel of Blocks turning. I actually have a little dish I made up with blocks that could be used but I think a new one will be fun. God Bless my friend, Gary

[@bobhoffman8717]

Very very nice 👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Bob, happy you liked it. Take care, Gary

[@janeoverby2151]

You amaze me with the gorgeous things you create Gary.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jane! Happy you like it. It was lots of fun to make. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@michaeljosephs7359]

Long time follower, first time commenting. I don’t have anything productive to say other than thank you for what you do. I am a relatively new turner and I so enjoy your videos, thank you!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Michael and I am happy you commented. Very much appreciated. Have fun turning. Gary

[@MrDilmaher]

Another class piece gary can't wait to see if you make a video on new circle making jig if you could do one I'd be grateful 🙏

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Daemon! As a matter of fact I plan on working on the ring cutting video this morning. Take care, Gary

[@robertspencer8279]

beautiful work Gary

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Robert! And thanks for watching, Gary

[@barryerdman6285]

Thank you. 👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you too! I appreciate you watching Barry. Take care, Gary

[@xiblanquewolfe1034]

The cone/ring method for glue ups is brilliant. Beautiful work as usual. Great video and thanks for sharing!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much. It was easier than the Longworth chuck so I thought I would try it. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@charlessekeres4427]

Grestvedio as usual. Always. Great learning experience. You one of my favorite turners ,I learn alot.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Charles!

[@RayWhitbyCreations]

Beautiful as always Gary! I think the most segments I've managed was 150-ish. Not sure I have the patience for 504!! All the best. Ray

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Ray. Well the way I made them I only had to glue up 252 but that was still enough. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@steverobbins9419]

Another amazing piece yet again Gary. I loved the changing colours. Thanks for sharing. 👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Steve. I could tell looking at the board that the edge was much nicer. But once the finish was on it really proved it. I just love all the different grain we get in wood. Take care, Gary

[@steverobbins9419]

@@ThePapa1947 I sometimes go into the workshop with the intention of using colour and the grain is so good I just leave it.

[@moonwoodworks4607]

Excellent work my friend.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Tim and thanks for watching. Gary

[@gbjones54]

Beautiful piece Gary!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Gary! Happy you liked it. Take care Gary

[@bobmoss2479]

Great looking turning. Really like the way you rotated the rings slightly different for the first and second ring of each diameter. I’ve don’t two segmented projects. Would do more if I had a real table saw. I did one project where all the segments were the same wood. Surprisingly the first project which was maple and walnut was easier to do and looked much better. You seem to use a different finish on each of your turnings. Would love to see a spreadsheet of your projects with details on the finishing and why you chose the finishing material and application method.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Bob. Happy you enjoyed the video. I have many choices of finish and just did one with shellac. I choose the finish based on the turning and how I want it to look. And which will be the easiest to put on. This finish was chosen because it would have been hard to spray lacquer on the inside. Where as the Polyacrylic can be wiped on and give a finish as nice as lacquer. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@woodworkingskillwithsagar8802]

It's so beautiful piece of maple segmented turning great work, take care Gary.

[@ThePapa1947]

Many thanks Sagar! Take care, Gary

[@WoodturningByME]

Very nice Gary!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Magen and thanks for watching. Gary

[@radarthewoodturner8912]

Awesome Gary you make it look so easy it took me 3 to 4 hours to do a 12 segmented ring and still didn't get it exactly right lol 😆 I really love your work stay safe bud👍👍👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Radar, you will get better at it the more you do. The first segments I did was in 1972 and that was long before wedgie sleds. Just keep doing it and you will make perfect joints. Let me know if you have any questions. Gary

[@michaelkirsch9023]

Another beautiful segmented piece Gary. Thanks for the grain tip, your knowledge and experience is always showing through.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Michael for your kind words and for watching. Take care, Gary

[@rayworstine4399]

Good evening, Gary. It took me only 23 minutes to watch this but I can only imagine how long it took you from start to finish. Very exciting watching the vase come together. Excellent all the way.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Ray! For sure it was a lot more than 23 minutes. Good thing I don't keep time or I may not make these LOL No I figure this was 8-10 hours. Thanks for watching. Gary

[@williamellis8993]

Really beautiful, Gary. That was a great explanation of why you oriented the grain that way. Take care. Bill

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Bill, it is so easy just to grab a board and start making strips. But it is nice to have an option and with segments you do have a few options. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@tfturning]

Fantastic work Gary, really cool looking end result! Thanks for sharing!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much! Happy you enjoyed it. Take care, Gary

[@DPerney1]

Lovely.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Dawn. I appreciate you watchiing and commenting, Gary

[@TheTinyWorkshop]

Wow Gary, what a beautiful segment vase. I also participate in this challenge and now realize even more how difficult these segment projects of yours are. Your videos are very helpful and educational. Thanks for sharing 👍Frank.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Frank. I saw you have a video uploaded and will be watching this morning. Take care my friend, Gary

[@vernsteinbrecker3759]

Very nice work, that looks awesome

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Vern and thanks for watching. Gary

[@richardmadden957]

Thanks for another great video Gary. Of all the wood turning videos I subscribe to, I always look forward to yours the most. Thanks again.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Richard that is very kind of you to say. Take care, Gary

[@alinmayerthorpe7801]

Well Gary another beauty, I too like to do segmented turning although also do other types of turning and wood work! I spend a lot of time on a Scroll saw too! Well done and thanks! Cheers Al

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Al, I love all types of wood work. I have made a lot of furniture and cabinets for our home. I made a roll top desk and a round oak pedestal dinning table with carved fee. Made both of those in around 1975-76. Pretty much mostly wood turning now. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@AuntieRoma]

Hi Gary! Beautiful! I just love when you make your segmented pieces. It’s so interesting and fun to watch it turn into something wonderful, from sometimes just leftovers from around the shop. Amazing talent. Take care, and I’ll see you next video! *✨Roma 🌲💚🌳🦅

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Roma! I appreciate you watching and commenting. Gary

[@54lespaul77]

Well worth the wait. I had to watch that one a couple of times! Absolutely beautiful.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you my friend and thanks for watching. Gary

[@carolriley8472]

Beautiful vase...I love the way it shines!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Carol, the Sapele and the Maple both had some very nice edge grain. But the Sapele has some nice flat grain and I have a plan for it. Matter of fact that is the reason I bought this piece and will get to it soon. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@thebears8955]

Beautiful work Gary. Nicely done. A great idea to initially cut the segments 2X as tall as needed and I agree that would for sure be a time saver in the build process and easier to glue the segments into rings. Cheers, Ted

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Ted! Yes this made everything easier. Even flattening the rings to get them ready to glue together. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@josephinelarosa635]

Well done

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Josephine and thanks for watching, Gary

[@fierceflyer5]

Beautiful piece Gary. If I have one that’s inside is hard to turn I just put my lathe in reverse so it’s easier to see. I have a locking chuck so it won’t unscrew or at least haven’t yet 😁 I also sand and finish while I’m going because I’m not comfortable sticking my hand in a deep piece while it’s spinning & have had sanding and finishing sticks get pulled out of my hand.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you for the good information. I also turn in reverse when it is hard to see. And for sure turning as you glue up is needed for something like this. I turned and sanded 3 times as I recall. So about every 3 inches. I did all the finishing on the inside with soft cloth one the end of a stick. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@qapla]

I wasn't sure about your decision to change the shape of the bottom - but, I think you made the right decision! The final shape really looks good. I agree on the look of that edge grain - the way it glistens in the light is quite catching. Keep up these great videos ... I hope to have my shop and lathe up soon and may try some of your ideas.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. So I drew the vase just how I finished it. But when roughing it out I saw an option. But as I cleaned it up I watched how it was looking better tapered all the way down. Best of luck getting your shop going and have lots of fun. Gary

[@robertvanzella7106]

Beautiful!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Robert and thanks for watching, Gary

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Enjoyed!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Valerie!

[@copperowlwoodturning5929]

Beautiful Vase, Gary. Great idea to double your rings/segments. I glued up my first segmented bowl a couple of days ago. 3 rings 12 segments per for a total of 36 segments. Of corse, black walnut base and segments. Turning it tonight. 😊 Take care, Rob.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Rob. When gluing the ring up that way you need to plan that out on the drawing. Normally each row will create the shape based on the diameter. But not hard to work out at all. I will watch for your first segmented bowl. I assume you will make a video of it. Take care, Gary

[@raydriver7300]

I’ve been looking forward to seeing this complex detailed piece of work. Lovely job 🌞

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Ray it was a lot of fun to do and happy you liked it. Take care, Gary

[@blueboy4511]

That is a very nice piece of artwork. I always enjoy watching your work. You are a skilled craftsman and I try to learn something each time I watch one of your segments. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family. Keep up the good work.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Rudy! Happy you enjoy my videos. He has blessed me with a wonderful family and with the skills I do have. Take care, Gary

[@jasonjohnson3605]

You knocked that project outa the park my friend. That is well planned well executed and simply beautiful. Always a pleasure to watch you turn a segmented piece. Shows what I'm doing wrong...almost everything !

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Jason. I appreciate your comments and just keep working at it and you will do fine. Take care, Gary

[@H.Allen.C]

Amazing.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@spiritwynd]

Oh my gosh Gary! That is so beautiful 😍 There is something about the geometry of segmented work that I just love! Thanks for the channel mention! You're the greatest! Heather ♥️

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Heather and thanks for getting together with Leo and coming up with this challenge. Although I probably would have done it anyway LOL. I notice the video is on the #segmentMM page. Does that happen by itself? Take care, Gary

[@spiritwynd]

@@ThePapa1947 Yes. Once there is a certain number of videos with the same "#", they will all show up on the same page

[@johnalecsscalemodeling]

That turned out very beautiful!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you John and thanks for watching. Gary

[@joshblumenthal4873]

Another beauty! As always, I look for things I can learn and this time it was the bandsawing of the rings. What a great idea! Not only are the larger segments easier to handle, but it saves time in the ring making. Thanks!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Josh, yes easier to glue up and a bit faster for sure. Just takes a minute or so to cut them into 2 rings. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

That is a really great piece Gary! Really nice! I love to watch it spin on the lathe. I just can't bring myself to make that many segments. Maybe if I had more than an hour or 2 per week I would feel more like it.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Chris! When I retired I decided I would have all the time I wanted to do things. Little did I know I would be very busy with lots of things. Like getting bark dust out of my truck and putting where the boss wanted it LOL Thanks for watching, Gary

[@AndrewR74]

Nicely done Gary, looks awesome.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Andrew and thanks for watching, Gary

[@jayscott306]

Outstanding, Gary! You nailed the pattern and form. I was audibly saying, "no!" as you reduced the base size. Then I realized it was better and that you have more experienced taste and ability. Beautifully done and worth the wait to see.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Jay. I created the sketch and had the base just like the finished product. I had not finished shaping the base when I saw another option. But something told me to stick with what I had drawn and happy I did. Thanks for watching my friend, Gary

[@daviddejong187]

@@ThePapa1947 Thanks for the reply. Finding bees wax is the problem I'm having right now. I know amazon has it but we have some honey producwers around here and I'll check with them first. Thanks

[@MarklTucson]

Wow

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Mark!

[@cnrart.claudiorodriguez9978]

muy buen trabajo y explicación , saludos desde buenos aires Argentina

[@ThePapa1947]

Claudio Muchas gracias Te agradezco que veas y comentes. Gary

[@tomcoker9882]

Thanks Gary for another informative video. I appreciate the explanation Lon how and why you oriented the boards the way you did to get the strips to make the segments. It was useful to understanding how you got the great final look. Thanks again. Cheers, Tom

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Tom. There are times when it might be faster to do it the other way or maybe save some wood. Such as cutting 3/8" strips which would have been quick and saved a little wood. But I would have lost the wonderful grain. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@judithfairchild8620]

Really lovely

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Judith and thanks for watching, Gary

[@timbutler3733]

Beautiful

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Tim and thanks for watching. Gary

[@markbahlke9091]

Wow Gary! Another amazing creation! Every time you do another segmented project, I get more inspired to try segments. I have always been just a "turn the block of wood round" kind of guy, but I think I will be doing some segments as soon as I can. I love your methodical approach, and explaining the reasons for each step. It's a real learning experience. Also, you mentioned in the beginning that you made a drawing, that's a really important part of doing a project like this. Maybe a topic for a future video. Thanks for a great lesson, and another beautiful project! See you soon!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Mark. Without a drawing there would be a whole heck of a lot of wood wasted. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@dougpeters4395]

Your segmented turnings are always amazing and beautiful. I like your cone shaped ring locater and your home made steady rest. Any chance you can do a piece on your steady rest?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Doug. The steady rest was made for a prior lathe that had a 14 inch turn. This one is 18 so I may build a new one and then I could do a video on it. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@larryharper852]

thanks

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Larry!

[@STMwoodturning]

Hard to believe that you used over 500 segments in this piece but it looks great.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you! Yup there was 21 rings with 24 segments per ring. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@maxfli343]

Just an observation and maybe your intent but I noticed about every second ring there is a different spacing on the offset, either way I really like it 👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Yes that is how I started the offset and just kept with it. Looks different for sure. The shape of the vase really makes it show up. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@GordonRock1]

Fantastic work as always, Gary! Sorry, did I call that work? I know you’re really just playing out in that shop of yours, Gary. Just like the rest of us, my friend. You are motivating me to get back to doing some segmented work. It is my favourite type of turning but my problem is I want to do it all. 😃😃😃 Thanks for another great video, buddy! Take care, …..Gord

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Gord, yes I think of it as playing and it just a different type of work. It is one of mine as well as multi axis. Problem is the last trip to the hardwood store shocked me. Everything has gone up. Good thing I like all types of turnings as well. Matter of fact you get a lot more turning when you have a chunk right off the tree. Which I just finished. Take care my friend, Gary