25/25 Special Segments and Wedgie Sled Tips Wood Turning

Today I turned something very special and I also give some tips on how I use my wedgie sled and make an odd numbered wedge for making a 25 segment ring. Not a common sized but needed for what I was doing.
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[@johnderyck493]

Happy belated 51 years. That clock and frame are very special. I've been married almost 49 years and looking forward to the 50th. Time does keep on moving.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you John! Next month it will be 52... Seems like I just made the clock for our 50th. Gary

[@robertspencer8279]

as always a beautiful job Gary. Congratulations to you and your wife on 50 years of marriage.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Robert!

[@chuckbell2949]

Happy Anniversary, 50 years together is quite the feat! Chuck & Bobbi, 30 years together 🎉😀

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Chuck. I would say 30 years is pretty darn good as well. Gary

[@kentturkow1572]

Congratulations Gary. Beautiful clock with the 50 segments for your 50th anniversary. Nothing better than a handmade gift for that special person.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Kent, she was very happy with it when I gave it to her. I ask her 2 questions and she got them both right. How many segments do you think there are and what kind of wood is this. She loves Padauk! Thanks again, Gary

[@michaelm077]

Congratulations, 50 years is an amazing accomplishment. Like a good turning, marriage takes work and commitment. God Bless you both.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Michael and God Bless you as well. Gary

[@rayworstine4399]

Good afternoon, Gary. Wishing you and your wife a Happy Anniversary! Congratulations on 50 years! May you be blessed with many more years together. Absolutely a treasured gift. The gift of time together.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Ray. It just sort of came to me to make this and my wife really loves it. Take care, Garu

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

Happy 50th Anniversary! The clock is a perfect anniversary gift to your wife, 50 years of marriage is unheard of these days! I love the paduke wood with its rich color (my favorite-red) and smooth looking texture! You truly bring out the beauty in every piece of wood you touch! You are phenomenal! Bravo!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Mary. We just had our 51st in May of this year. How time flies!

[@dougpeters4395]

You may be turning something special for you, but I think that almost everything woodworkers make is special to them. Congratulations to you and your wife.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Doug. You are right. Every turning is very special. Thanks for watching and your comments. Gary

[@iameatingtrifle]

That is lovely, 50 segments for 50 years. I hope you both had a lovely day 🙂

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much! Yes we had a great day and had a nice celebration with all of our family. Thanks for watching and commenting. Gary

[@charlesreicks648]

Wow Congratulations, 50 years. Beautifull looking clock and bride. What a Blessing. Thanks for sharing, Tim

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Tim. I appreciate your kind words. Gary

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

Love it, just turned 50 yrs ourselves. Congratulations, the clock is great.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Stewart and congratulations to you both. Take care, Gary

[@grammybear4226]

🐼 Big Bear Hugs from a 68 yr old grandma in Kirby, Texas, USA 🐼 ❤ 🎀 ❤

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Grammy Bear❤❤❤❤❤

[@tompuskar4426]

Congrats on your 50th anniversary. This surely a wonderful memento to be cherished for years.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Tom!

[@SiamWoodShop]

Great video Gary and what a wonderful anniversary gift. Congratulations to you and Laverna on the celebration of 50 Golden Years of marriage. May you days be filled with joy and love. John

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you John for your very special words. Take care my friend, Gary

[@michaelross8794]

HAPY ANNIVERSARY!!!!! May have have another 50 years of wedded bliss. Please thank your wife for being so gracious as to share you and your skills with all of us.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Ray. She is very understanding with my hobby(obsession) Take care, Gary

[@michaelross8794]

What you do is NOT a hobby, you have mad skills. Your channel is educational.

[@ThePapa1947]

@@michaelross8794thank you. I worked as a wood pattern maker. What I do here is a hobby though. What I did at work definitely helps.

[@tonysmith3143]

Happy 50th Anniversary to a wonderful couple, time go’s so fast my wife and I, 48th Anniversary is next month. Beautiful clock, thanks for sharing Gary.❤️🌹

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Tony! And a happy anniversary for your up coming 48th. Pretty special as well. Gary

[@carrollanderson7358]

Congratulations on 50 yrs. I have loved watching you videos. You have been the beast resource I have found.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Carrol. I have more coming and some very intersting ones I hope. Thanks again, Gary

[@joshblumenthal4873]

Congratulations to you both! Message to Laverna: Thanks for sharing your husband with us!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Josh and at least she knows where to find me LOL. Take care my friend, Gary

[@garryevans3594]

Congratulations There must be an enormous amount of memories to ponder with that beautiful clock. I do not believe it to be a waste of time.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Garry. For sure lots of memories. Thanks for commenting. Gary

[@drgruber57]

Well, that is pretty special! Looks great! Happy 50th wedding anniversary, Gary. Congratulations on this significant milestone!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Dave!

[@glencrandall7051]

Congratulations. 50 years. I hope they were all good ones. Here is to a bunch more.👍👍👍👍👍🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Glen!

[@lilliekelly3406]

That's a really nice clock. Thank you for sharing. Congratulations for 50 years. That is fantastic.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Lillie!

[@michaelsewell3706]

Happy 50th anniversary , special video brought a lump to my throat.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Michael.

[@cortlandhunt4721]

Happy Anniversary Gary and Laverna 50 yrs and going strong. You got me by 1 year my friend.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much. One year is not that much and you will be there soon. Pretty amazing feeling. Take care my friend, Gary

[@alanaldous2823]

Congratulations on your 50th wedding anniversary! What an achievement 👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Alan. Much appreciated. Take care, Gary

[@douglassiemens4245]

Congratulations on a great video and even more, the 50 years together.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Doug!

[@jonmartineau1004]

Happy 50th Anniversary to you both . It sure is a beautiful gift and I'm sure your wonderful wife will love it

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jon and yes she loves it a lot. Gary

[@dougk5456]

Congratulations!!! Really nice clock. It will always be a timely memory for years to come.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Doug!

[@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi]

WOW 50 years that's a long Time. weldone u guys to make it that long together.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Manjit. Yes those are a lot of years but they sure go by fast.

[@johnlavarine8155]

Congratulations Gary to you and your wife. Beautiful and thoughtful piece that I am sure she appreciates!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you John and she loves it.

[@arturbruniec6839]

Gary - najlepsze życzenia z okazji 50 rocznicy ślubu!

[@ThePapa1947]

Artur dziękuję bardzo!

[@GregFawcett]

Congratulations Gary! Very cool gift for your wife!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Greg. She loves it!

[@deanmiller294]

Let’s get Papa to 50k subscribers. He is so enjoyable to listen to while he makes beautiful pieces. I’ve learned so much from him.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Dean, very kind of you to say. Take care, Gary

[@jimellison3358]

My wife remind me occasionally about my full head of almost black hair when we were young and definitely not black no more, congratulations you have us by six years

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Jim. Yes mine has lost all of its color but I don't mind it. Well you are not that far from the big 50! Take care, Gary

[@daviddejong187]

Happy Anniversary Gary! The 70's bring back many fond memories for me also

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you David. Yes the good ole 70's! It is the lathe 60's I would like to forget. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@ahsquared1]

Happy Anniversary---50 years is very special indeed!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much. It sure is and especially with such a wonderful person. Gary

[@anthonykorsak2906]

Beautiful piece. Congrats on 50 years

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Anthony!

[@wardwilson3216]

Congratulations on 50 years. Nicely done

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Ward!

[@amycagle6618]

Wow! Congratulations on your anniversary! That is indeed a beautiful clock, in a beautiful double ring. I especially liked seeing your wedding photo. What a handsome couple! Thaank you for sharing with us.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Amy. We sat around looking at our photo album the other day. So long ago but can remember it like yesterday. Thanks for you comments. Gary

[@markzebell1549]

Congratulations on 50 years.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Mark!

[@kylegorder9763]

Congratulations Gary - be sure to thank Laverna for sharing a bit of you with us.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Kyle and I have. Many have ask me to do the same.

[@nenaelliott8058]

Happy anniversary to you and your lovely wife. Great project. I'm sure she lived it. I did..

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Nena. Oh for sure she really loves it. A lot of times when I make something I do not stand back and really look at it. The clock works I picked goes so well with the Padauk. So that was a real bonus. Thanks again, Gary

[@AuntieRoma]

I’m 3 days late to the party, but that won’t stop me from wishing you a very happy anniversary! 🏆 Golden. 👰🏻‍♀️🤵🏻Your wedding photo is priceless! Very 70’s. ☮️🧡😃 I love it! My wedding dress in 1975 had blue paisleys on it. 😁 (Not married anymore, but great friends with my ex and his wife.) I hope you had a wonderful celebration filled with family, friends and a lot of love! Keep your faith, Gary, and I’ll see you in the next video! Hugs to you and Laverna! ✨🫧Roma🔸 🌲💚🌳🦅

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Roma! Yes very 70's for sure. We had most of the pictures up for the party as we did for our wedding reception. Back then my wife had a poster made of us when we were little kids. Still had it so it went up as well. Thanks for you wonderful wishes and See Ya Later!

[@tbucknor]

A very Happy Anniversary to you Gary & Laverna! What a lovely, timeless(;) present.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much!

[@michaeldennison3548]

That’s wonderful Gary! Congratulations to you and your bride.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Michael!

[@paulsandeen2754]

Beautiful clock. Beautiful gift, Happy Anniversary!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Paul. I appreciate you watching and your comments. Gary

[@teomanoruc1078]

Congratulations on your 50th. Quite rare these days. We celebrated our 50th last August.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. Sounds like you got married a few months after we did. Congrats to you as well. Gary

[@cposwn]

Congratulations! Here’s to another 50. Very nice Gary. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much!!!

[@denisedonovan2639]

Beautiful clock ... simple but elegant ... happy anniversary to you and your wife.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Denise! Much appreciated. Gary

[@ronnielloyd4514]

You make pieces that would be difficult for me to make but watching you make them is a joy. Great work. 5-22-49 is my birthday and as far as anniversaries my wife and I were married November 20-1970. She has put up with me for 52 years. Working on my next 52. Maybe by then I can make a clock.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank so much Ronnie. Seems you were a few years younger than I was when you got married but you still have a few years on being married. Congrats on that! Have fun with your wood turning, that is what it is all about for me. Take care, Gary

[@ronnielloyd4514]

@@ThePapa1947 Thank you sir, just keep turning, I’ll keep watching and learning.

[@wanderer9588]

Belated congratulations to you and your good lady Gary and a real nice gift to her

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. She was very happy with that little clock. Thanks again, Gary

[@jimkodysz5404]

Congratulations, Gary! My wife and I celebrated our 50th last October. It's nice to know someone else said "I do" and meant it!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Jim and congrats to you as well. After 50 years most have gone through all the things you agree to at least once. Thanks again, Gary

[@GordonRock1]

Congratulations, Gary! Your wife was a lovely bride and I'm sure she still is. When you said you were using 2 rings of 25 segments I assumed it had something to do with 50. Tell your bride that I admire her patience! LOL! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO BOTH OF YOU!! 👍👍👍 All the best, .....Gord

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Gord and yes she is. I am the one who went and got white hair. Not sure she even has one gray hair. She just laughed when I told her your patience line! I had the name of the video 50 segments then changed it to 25/25 but you still out smarted me. Must be all those Smarties you eat LOL. I have learned most of my patience from her...still learning. Thanks my friend, Gary

[@owlbear793]

Oh You!! I missed the 25+25..I found it an odd angle to cut at 7.4 degrees? But ya...

[@kevingeaney7741]

Congratulations Gary! Have the time of your life, and many, more years of happiness to you both!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Kevin!

[@corymichaels8670]

Happy Anniversary! The clock is a fitting gift made better when crafted with your own hands. May your love outlast your craftsmanship.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Cory, those are very kind and thoughtful words. Take care, Gary

[@steverobbins9419]

Happy anniversary to you both. A lovely gift to give to your wife. Thanks for sharing.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Steve!

[@dennisrood1469]

Congratulations to you and your Bride in a few more years you will catch up with us. Your turning sure made time

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Dennis! You have a reason to be congratulated as well.

[@phillipbates2625]

Congratulations Gary and Laverne a very fitting piece of turning segments and all thanks for sharing 🪚🔨

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Phillip! I was very happy to make this one for sure. Gary

[@carolriley8472]

Happy Anniversary, Gary...the clock is gorgeous! My husband and I walked back and forth on the Golden Gate on our 50th anniversary!💞

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Carol. Back and forth on the Golden Gate...how amazing is that!

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Gary....Congratulations....( I was trying to think "now what was I doing back in 1972"???...still in college, training to be a machinist).....Gary and Laverna have a WONDERFUL CELEBRATION!!!!.....TM

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much! We will be going out to one of our favorite restaurants and then getting together will all the family tomorrow. Thanks again, Gary

[@kevincarpenter5458]

Congratulations

[@ThePapa1947]

@@kevincarpenter5458 thank you.

[@victorprimack2070]

Happy Anniversary Gary!! Fifty years is a great milestone. Congratulations!!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Victor. For sure it is a long time. I tripled the age I was back on that day in 1972 Take care, Gary

[@54lespaul3]

Congratulations Gary! All the best. That's a very cool anniversary gift. Thank you for sharing. PS: You beat us by a couple of years, but 50 is on the horizon for us too. Cheers, Rick

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Rick. All the best to both of you for what will be here before you know it. Take care, Gary

[@douglasperry1226]

Happy anniversary! 50 years sweet! Nice job Gary! 🎉🎉💫🪵

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Douglas. I owe it all to my wife. Take care, Gary

[@leighw9684]

Happy Anniversary and thank you for letting us share this special day!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Leigh!

[@gaowoodlab]

Wow, congratulations, pretty piece with love, 👍👍👍👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you so much Gao!

[@Scott-RoyalExplainer]

Congratulations on 50 years!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Scott!

[@John-ms9tv]

A little belated, just watched the video, but God bless both of you!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much John and God bless you as well. Gary

[@mvecellio1]

Congratulations on your 50th. Sometimes the simplest projects are the best. Mike

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Mike. I knew it was a simple turning but after putting the clock works in it all came together. Take care, Gary

[@jayscott306]

Well, happiest anniversary Gary and Laverna! Beautiful clock, Gary!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Jay. She loves the clock! Take care, Gary

[@thomaskuzia8125]

Hi Gary, A little late but happy anniversary to you both enjoy your time together! God bless you both 🙏 Tom

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Tom!

[@gregjohnson8486]

Beautiful job and Happy 50th Anniversary!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Greg!

[@marciak9826]

A very thoughtful and beautiful gift. I’m sure Laverna will love it! Happy anniversary!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Marcia! Yes she loves it and I will get it put where she wants it today. Now we have to scramble to get ready for our party. Take care, Gary

[@phyllisdemuth9410]

Beautiful clock. Happy Anniversary to you and your Beautiful Bride.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Phyliss!

[@stephendonathan6782]

Nice work Gary 👏! Happy 50th Anniversary! Take care and GOD BLESS 🙏!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Stephen and God Bless as well. Gary

[@mikesimmons7539]

Congratulations , our 50th is May 26 2022 . That is a beautiful clock .

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Mike and congrats on your upcoming 50th! Gary

[@gilgrace1915]

Congrats on your 50th anniversary Gary. This clock was a beautiful and thoughtful gift. It should keep you out of the doghouse for a while. ;-D

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Gil. I need all the help I can get to stay out of that dog house LOL

[@jeny3955]

Wow! Great job dad. You kept the suspense going too! It’s beautiful. 😊

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jennifer, you know me I like to stretch out the drama as much as I can LOL We have everything about ready and see you a later! THANKS

[@tcgrier]

Awesome! Love the clock! Congratulations on your awesome milestone - 50th wedding anniversary! How cool is that!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Ted!

[@danielvasileioicaliuc8332]

Congratulations Mr Gary at your special aniversary!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Daniel, I appreciate it. Gary

[@barryerdman6285]

Congratulations on your 50 year anniversary. Remember when Paul Harvey was still on the radio and he applauded the folks who were married over 70 years?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Barry. Yes for sure 70 years is pretty amazing. Thanks again, Gary

[@dottyharbison7156]

I don't know where you are from but Paul Harvey was on the radio in the Tampa Bay Are also. Small world. Congratulations to you and your wife on your 50th anniversary! ❤

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Dotty! I am in Oregon and I think everyone got Paul Harvey here as well back then.

[@BobbyGriffett]

Cool video maybe my favorite of all time very happy 50th Gary

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Bobby! We are are 52 now so guess I better make another clock LOL Thanks for watching, Gary

[@BobbyGriffett]

@ThePapa1947 congratulations Gary on52 can't wait to see what you make next

[@alangibb3100]

Wow Gary well done its a wonderful little gift for your Lady it turned out beautiful, many many happy returns and heres to another 50 lol Happy anniversary to you and your good Lady. Stay safe.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Alan!

[@BeaverCreekCreations]

That was so awesome my friend. Congratulations and here's to many more years of happiness and blessings.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Stanley I appreciate it and thanks for watching, Gary

[@janeoverby2151]

Oh wow just beautiful! Happy Anniversary to you and your lovely wife!💏💝

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Jane. I appreciate your comments. Gary

[@billcollins497]

You kids and your woodturning (you're a year younger than I am). Thanks for sharing your skill, I've had some success - and 1 notable failure - with a few of your projects. Keep 'em coming. From a British fan.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. I know feel much younger LOL. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@mikeimber8542]

Happy 50th. May you enjoy many more.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Mike!

[@charlesridley1606]

Congratulations Gary when you said 25 segments I thought I’ve not come across that before now I know why, great work as always.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Charles. My first thought was to make one ring with 50 because 25 is not the norm. But I like this much better. Thanks again

[@GarryKWV]

Congratulations to you both! We're not far behind you! Hope you have many more! Thanks again for all you do!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. All the best to the two of you. Gary

[@MarklTucson]

Congratulations, what a great project and gift.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Mark. In trying to figure out something to get or make this just came to me. Glad I did not make a clock for her last year like I was going to. Thanks again, Gary

[@jnol9009]

Well done on the clock and congrats on the 50 year anniversary. Well done indeed ☺️. Thx and take care.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much J!

[@woodbutcher3887]

Congratulations. Thanks for sharing your work with us.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Larry!

[@Copperpot8898]

That’s so awesome congrats on 50 years!!!!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Bryon! I appreciate it. Gary

[@roydawson9478]

Huge congrats. You surely are an inspiration to us all 👏👏👏

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Roy. I am also happy you enjoy my videos. Take care, Gary

[@jimmeyer99]

Happy anniversary to the both of you. Hope you have many more years together ❤

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Jim!

[@radarthewoodturner8912]

Beautiful Gary congrats on your anniversary three days later in 1998 me and my wife got married stay safe friend👍👍🌹👍👍

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much radar. I know to other's who share the 20th. One is my nephew and the other someone I worked with. Thanks for watching my friend, Gary

[@althatcher7197]

Welcome to the 50 club Gary ! All the best to you and the better half . I'm told the next 50 are just as good . Al

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Al! From all the comments we are in good compony. Take care, Gary

[@mdaley3102]

Congratulations to you and Laverna. I hope you both celebrate and enjoy your memories as you look forward to many more happy years together. Oh ya, nice project too.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Michael. I appreciate your comments. Gary

[@denisvienat849]

C’est une belle réalisation Gary et bon anniversaire 👍👏 un tr as bail superbe bravo 🥁🎂👍👏👋🥂🎼

[@ThePapa1947]

Denis merci beaucoup. J'apprécie vos aimables paroles. Nous avons passé une belle fête en famille hier. Gary

[@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi]

WOW gary so so cool weldone simple but beautiful.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Manjit!

[@trurex007lee7]

Congratulations on 50 years of marriage. The turning is “simple” and elegant. Thanks for the sled tips too!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Lee! Very simple and those clock works I found really set it off. thanks for watching, Gary

[@trurex007lee7]

@@ThePapa1947 Q: I know you use saw dust and regular glue to fill up cracks. How large of cracks do you fill and how do you protect the area around the wood from staining? Apply sealer prior to wood glue?