Wood Turning Trick So Simple It Will Make You Glow

This is a simple little Black Locust Bowl. It gave me a warm glow to turn. Black Locust illuminates under a black light. Giving a very interesting look.
Finished with Zinsser Seal Coat and Acks Abrasive Paste
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[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

Well, shoot, that just looks like fun! No cracks, no voids, perfectly round! I get why you needed a quick easy turning but that doesn't mean it wasn't fun to do! It was fun to watch, I can tell you that! Great finish on the bowl, too, Gary. Now I want a snack bowl! Phil

[@ThePapa1947]

Well Phil it did feel kind of weird without bark flying off and stopping to check for a bad crack. But dang it sure was fun. And actually making something to use felt strange as well. I guess it might be time to get the Camellia root ball out. Just to look at not turn LOL. Thanks for watching buddy, Gary

[@MikeAG333]

Nice......but what was the trick? It all looked pretty standard to me.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks...well maybe I should have cleared that part up. The trick was the fact that Black Locust will glow under a black light. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@TheTacktishion]

So what was the woodturning TRICK....? I am curious as to why you left the pith in this piece. Secondly the bottom of this bowl was too big. Thirdly you need to learn how to use a bowl gouge properly. Especially on the inside of the bowl. A scraper is totally un-necessary if you know how to use a bowl gouge properly. Unfortunately many new turners turn to KZbin to learn to turn, and they dont know any better and think that the way you use a bowl gouge is correct....

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much for all your input. I look forward to checking out your channel.

[@scungio13]

Wow you’re quite sure of yourself huh? Handmade art can be made anyway the artist wants. Letting go of “the rules” allow you to learn and be more creative. Don’t knock it before you try it @thetacktishion

[@54lespaul77]

Very nice Gary! I’m notorious for walking through a room and putting something down then moments later spending 20 minutes looking for it. My little shop needs a total overhaul…..I bet I’ll find all sorts of things. I’ve never seen that wood other than in videos like yours. It looks amazing and seems to turn beautifully. Very cool that it glows in ultraviolet light! Cheers, Rick

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Rick! Funny thing all I did was moved a bench and a table saw and now I have two boxes full of things I had not idea was there. Dang! Yes Black Locust is a very pretty wood and it turns real nice. But not so easy as and end grain turning. Take care, Gary

[@thegirlfarmerwbaroli1986]

I really enjoy your style and just plain spoken approach! I have two remotes in my wood studio. I put a piece of double sided Velcro on mine and have the ‘backing’ side in various places where I would turn on the collector or the hanging air cleaner - it’s made the search for the remote mostly non existent!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much I am happy you enjoy my videos and how I do them. I appreciate you watching and letting me know. I had straps on my remote with a magnet on the end. I normally hang them near my lathe. I like your idea of the Velcro and just might do that. I would like to get a second one for my dust collector and could have it hanging near my bandsaws. Thanks again and thanks for the great idea. Gary

[@melissabarron1574]

Love the lines in this. I’m glad the wife has her own bowl now. Happy wife, happy life! This what my husband says 😂

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Melissa. Yes she was very happy with it. I think you husband is a wise man! Thanks for watching, Gary

[@gregj2647]

Nice looking bowl. Were you worried about the pith running through the piece of wood?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Greg. Might seem strange but I was not worried at all about the pith. Black Locust is pretty forgiving. But most wood turned thin is. Half the time I leave the logs full round. Especially Black Locust. Pear is another story. Thanks for watching Gary

[@gregj2647]

@@ThePapa1947 that’s good information 👍

[@plekguy]

Gary, I've been wanting to add a lathe to my "retirement" woodshop. Your videos have helped in that decision. Your commentary and instruction are very concise and informative. You do beautiful turnings and I've learned much from your videos. Thanks for sharing your skills with all of us!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much for your comments. A lathe is a great addition to a workshop. There are endless things you can make on it and I like doing them all. Looking forward to hearing more about it. Take care, Gary

[@patrickguillory-yy2gu]

Time to put Black Locust & Honey Locust on the Map for its uniqueness & beauty…….I recently saw a beautiful Black Locust Burl video on KZbin ❤

[@ThePapa1947]

Black Locust is a pretty nice wood. The longer it ages the harder it gets. Gary

[@tuffymartinez]

Thank You Gary....That Black Locust was free of cracks! Very nice...It's also sooo nice when we are able to organize our shops for efficiency & not have to move equipment/stuff around just to complete a project. TM

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you TM, yes this one was pretty crack free. Most of what I got has been. Yes I like what I have now and am getting ready to start a new video and you will see some of what I did at the begining. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@slyflea]

New subscriber here. I really enjoy your relaxed style, it makes your explanations and tips more comprehensible. The snack bowl creation was beautiful! I’ve always been interested in turning bowls, etc., just never taken the first step. For now I’ll continue watching, learning, and dreaming. Thanks for sharing your art.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Sly! Keep watching and then when you feel like it perhaps you will get a lathe and give it a try. There are so many types of turnings to choose from and I enjoy doing them all. Thanks again for watching, subscribing and commenting. Gary

[@stephenbull8962]

Great video and bowl. Lovely item. Geographically You must be close to Phil Anderson, going by your voice. I’m a follower of his ( Yours too now ) and being English your accents are a treat. Tones of the Great Burl Ives.

[@ThePapa1947]

Well thank you Stephen, yes Phil lives in the state above the one I live in. Not all that far and on a trip in our motor home last year we stopped by for a visit. I had to laugh as we never thought that we had accents LOL. But all across the USA we seem to have different accents. I experienced that when I was in the army in the mid 1960's. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@ronalves9118]

I have some black locust firewood. I need to go out and see if I have one large enough to cut a piece off. The Black Light is fantastic. Thank you Ron USCG MKC RET

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Ron, yes the Black Locust looks pretty cool under a black light. Thanks for watching and thanks for your service. Gary

[@allyncross6973]

Hey Gary, Saw you visiting Phil on one of his videos so I figured I would come by and check you out. Very nice work. Subscribed and liked. Will be keeping an eye out for your stuff in the future. Yall have a wonderful day.

[@ThePapa1947]

Well thank you very much Allyn. I appreciate you dropping by and subscribing. Truly appreciate it. Take care, Gary

[@miles11we]

Recently had a big ol black locust fall and now I have more than I know what to do with. So far it's been great aside from it wanting to crack a lot more than most of the other stuff I get.... Which is weird because it is a bear to split, usually ease of cracking and splitting go hand in hand but not with this stuff haha

[@ThePapa1947]

I know the stuff I got would crack if I let it sit too long. Also gets a lot harder. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@gilgrace1915]

That last shot makes this bowl look like the Incredible Hulk's snack bowl. Were those Gamma ray coming from that light? LOL!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Gil, I wont tell my wife that it looks like the Hulks bowl LOL. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@josephkerkau2520]

Your KZbin has an enormous amount of information. I'm putting you on my select list of KZbin to watch. I love the information, thank you, Very nice bowl. Is it possible for you to let me know the brand name of the sanding filler and abrace paste so I can look for some??

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Joseph I appreciate your comments. I used Zinsser Seal Coat for the sealer and Acks abrasive paste and polishing paste for the final finsih. Zinsser is sold at most stores dealing with finishes and wood workiing. The Acks can be found here: ackswoodpaste.com/ Thanks for watching, Gary

[@ronaldheak1637]

Hello from Northern Ireland 🇬🇧. Maybe someone has already asked but what is the chisel grinding jig you have and could have sent me a link for it please

[@ThePapa1947]

The jig is called a vari-grind and it made by OneWay Best prices I have seen are on Amazon. It works with their Wolverine grinding system. You can do a search for these and maybe find a better price. Vari-Grind www.amazon.com/Oneway-Manufacturing-2480-Vari-Grind-Attachment/dp/B000CSSIOK/ref=asc_df_B000CSSIOK/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309717927834&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4736179816624632149&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032947&hvtargid=pla-491234530253&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=61053871669&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=309717927834&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4736179816624632149&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032947&hvtargid=pla-491234530253 Wolverine System with Vari-Grind www.amazon.com/Wolverine-Grinding-System-VARI-GRIND-jig/dp/B01JAPC6D4/ref=asc_df_B01JAPC6D4/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312003160272&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1996997992743377571&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032947&hvtargid=pla-570995660073&psc=1B

[@darrellreed7044]

Great little bowl! Thanks for sharing!!! Do you have a video on the nub removal technique?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Darrell, happy you liked it. I do not have a specific video for that nub removal. Thanks for watching and on the next bowl I will make sure I show it. I picked up the trick from watching Phil Anderson and he has a video on doing that. Gary

[@daveurban1018]

I think it's a pretty bowl. Simple can be elegant.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Dave. Simple has been good for me lately 😎

[@harzerbuilt1347]

I'm enjoying your videos. Was this green? Did it warp or crack?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. This piece was very dry but before this one I turned a green piece of Cherry very thin and it did not crack or warp. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@kathleenposton2334]

I agree! Amazing grain with a downright silky finish. Hope you didn't get caught!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Kathleen, no I pulled it off and she never knew it was gone. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@peteranthonyboland750]

Thanks for sharing this Garry but what I don't know is how you support the bowl to remove the tenon at the end, I can see you had a round lump of wood in the chuck but did you turn that exactly the size of the hollow of your nearly finished bowl, hope you can understand this?

[@ThePapa1947]

Yes I turned that lump of wood to just fit inside the vase. I used a piece of paper towel to make it non slip then turned most of the tenon away with tail stock support. The little that was left I sanded off. Thanks for the question and watcing. Gary

[@jnol9009]

Nice job. I am in the same boat with my shop. My pops is moving to a small place and he keeps giving me tools which is great but I am loosing track on where anything is. Anyway the bowl looks great! Thx for sharing

[@ThePapa1947]

Well I try to give my son's tools but they do not want to end up like me with no place to put them LOL. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@draino09]

Thank you! I’m a new subscriber, and wood turner. What do you film with and what tripods and stands do you use?

[@ThePapa1947]

I have a Cannon Vixia M30 and I use a Heron - 5ft Articulating Arm. I have a number mounts I made around the shop that lets me move it around. Thanks for watching and subscribing. Gary

[@marinosmilovic9448]

May I ask you.something, it is said that wet bowl after first turning has to be put in paper bag with shavings to avoid fast drying, why it is not better to put in plastic bags with shavings as plastic bags Don t allow to humidity to escape so fast as paper bags? Thanks for answering, I appreciate a lot your videos

[@ThePapa1947]

Yes that is pretty much it. You need to let the moister out. Cardboard box works also. Thanks for watching Gary

[@randyshearin644]

I just followed a link from the Wood Database that shows how to identify woods by using a black light. Pretty cool.

[@ThePapa1947]

It is very interesting for sure. thanks for watching, Gary

[@kenharper616]

I have a spot that I put things so I can remember where I put them. Only problem is that I cannot remember that spot. Currently it is holding many of my tools, keys, and what ever.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Ken, I was about to create a spot like that but now I will rethink that idea! Thanks for watching, Gary

[@sambullard510]

Papa 1947 I notice that your steady rest has a rod on it. did you modify it, It looks like you added the rod as it appears to have JB weld in 4 segments between the rod and steady rest.?

[@ThePapa1947]

Where is this video are you seeing it? I did not use a steady rest on this turning and am not sure what you are asking. Also I have not used any JB weld Let me know and I will try and answer your question. Gary

[@bencoil2853]

Hi Gary, I love this piece! I was wondering how you thin down your Sealcoat?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Ben. The Zinsser seal coat is already thinned down but if you like it thinner you can add denatured alcohol. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@BoogieManPHD]

Phil from Shady Acres dropped your name... I can see why he likes you.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. Happy you stopped by and happy you enjoyed the video. Phil is a great guy and if you go back to a video on New Sanders he did in Oct. 2020 you will see us together. On a trip my wife and I took we stopped by for a visit. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@tomwristen372]

If you are anything like myself,I usually put things in a safe place, and forget where that safe place is LOL

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Tom, oh yes I have lots of safe places I put things. Sure going to be fun when I find everything LOL. Take care, Gary

[@robkijkindevegt6443]

Furthermore, your videos are very helpful to me! I am looking at it with great interest. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Rob, happy you enjoy them. Take care, Gary

[@8360365]

Thanks for the vid... fun to watch... What is the abrasive paste that you are using?? Thanks

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Paul, I used Acks Abrasive paste on it. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@bluefilosoff]

Beautiful! If you can master the process of sharpening there ain’t nothin’ you cain’t do.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. Sharpening is the beginning of a successful turning for sure. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@harrykeel8557]

Yep, when the boss wants their own snack bowl, you have it almost finished. Stay safe!

[@ThePapa1947]

That is a fact Harry! Keeps me out in the work shop having fun. Take care, Gary

[@garylawrence7547]

You did a lot of the initial turning with the flute straight up. Isn’t that contrary to what you’re supposed to do? Usually the flute is at least at a 45 degree angle.

[@ThePapa1947]

Hi Gary, Not sure I ever had it straight up but I may have not had it at 45 degrees. There are so many things that determine how much you have the gouge closed that it changes while I am cutting and how much of the tip of the gouge I am using. Especially when rouging out a blank. Hope this makes sense. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@jackknows6509]

Great work. What grind(s) do you prefer on your bowl gouges?

[@ThePapa1947]

Mine is a slightly modified fingernail grind. I is just swept back a little more than factory. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@timemachinewoodturning876]

Happy New Year 2022, I greet and invite you to my place

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much and the same for you.

[@bobbyplatt7654]

PaPa i know your an expert no doubt in my mind BUT your right thumb position had me worried when you threaded it on the wood screw..

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Bobby for your concern. I see what you mean. For sure one needs to be careful with anything that turns. I try to let go when it still had 1/2 inch or so before it is against the chuck. But I agree that looked closer. Thanks for the reminder. Gary

[@aneerenb]

Turned out nice :). Hope you and yours have a happy Thanksgiving

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Aaron, we are getting together out at our daughters for Thanksgiving. A bit west of you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours as well. Gary

[@exotictones1054]

I hang all my remotes up with screws n then I never lose em setting them down.if there not in the same place all the time I can't find em.seems to be a aging thing they say.nice bowl.

[@ThePapa1947]

Well I have a board behind my lathe where I hang 4 remotes. Still trying to train myself to hang it up as soon as I am done LOL. Take care, Gary

[@lawrenceschaub6577]

What brand and size lathe do you have? Big advantage to being able to run it in reverse? My lathe doesn't.

[@ThePapa1947]

Mine is the Laguna 1836. Years ago I rewired the motor on a lathe I had so it would run both ways. I only did that for sanding. And then you need a chuck with a set screw to lock it on the spindle. I think most newer lathes will run both ways even the smaller ones. Thanks for the question Lawrence, Gary

[@KennethColeStatenIsland]

I'm a new subscriber, nice wood. thank you.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Kenneth, I appreciate you subscribing and watching. Gary

[@charlesyonk4315]

Thanks for the videos, I've lear ex a lot from you.😊

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Charles and thanks for watching, Gary

[@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi]

HI gary very beautiful wood and nicely turned.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Manjit, Take care, Gary

[@blocke2976]

Great video! Is there a trick or process to drying the wood with the pith still there without the cracking?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you, happy you enjoyed the video. Some types of wood just do a lot better of not cracking when it comes to the pith. Turning a green piece thin helps a lot on some woods as well. I guess I do not worry that much about it cracking and on smaller pieces I make no effort to cut it out because there would not be enough wood left to turn. Hope that helps and thanks for watching. Gary

[@carolriley8472]

Gorgeous bowl, Gary...I have a Black Locust tree in my yard that is at least 100 years old. I'm waiting for it to fall apart, so I can turn it into bowls!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Carol, I was lucking with this one. A few years ago I saw that less than 1/4 mile from us someone cut the tree down. I had to go ask what they were going to do. They mentioned giving it away for firewood so I was able to get a few loads for turning. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@rogerjohnston9545]

Well now, a black light is on my Santa list. She was wondering what to get.😃

[@ThePapa1947]

Kind of fun as other woods do similar under a black light. I bought a black light bulb at Home depot but I think it could have been a been stronger.

[@goojopa]

Beautiful bowl! Since your camera betrayed you and didn't capture the "Phil Anderson" trick, could you maybe point me to which of his videos that trick is in?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Glen! If you watch starting at the 17:45 of this video you will see where I do the Phil trick I am talking about. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIC5qX6oiaqoh9k&ab_channel=ThePapa1947

[@goojopa]

@@ThePapa1947 Thanks! I will watch this video asap!

[@garyjanes2358]

Sir, you mention White Scotch Brite pads. Are you “brand” conscious or would you think the generic white scouring pads to be equivalent?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Gary, well the fact of it is these white ones are generic and I do not even remember what they are called. Bought them on Amazon. I called them Scotch Brite because everyone knows what they are and do. Almost like calling every adjustable wrench a Crescent Wrench. So brands do not mean that much to me if the product works. Now I need to find out what they are actually called. I think it was scrubbing pad. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@garyjanes2358]

@@ThePapa1947 Well, so many thanks for your reply. I really do enjoy your presentation style. Curious as to your general location. I’m in Charlotte NC where it is 10:05, past bed time 😊. We will order the generics and give them a go!

[@edwardhand7070]

So cool still haven't turned a piece of Black locust yet. That trick with the blacklight just might make me look even harder. I have locust here on my property but I don't cut live trees. Happy turning my friend 😊

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Edward,, happy you liked the trick. I heard about it when I first got some Black Locust and was not sure if it was Black or Honey Locust. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@edwardhand7070]

@@ThePapa1947 where I live here in central Pa Locust was used for fence posts. I still have a couple of them that border my property and as the wise man that you are you know why. Locust is pretty rot resistant.

[@javieraraujo2619]

Excellent job !! I have a question what kind of chuck you recommend for my 1216 laguna lathe ?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you! All my chucks are Nova. I have 3 SuperNova 2 chucks and 3 Nova G3 chucks. Both are very good chucks. The SuperNova 2 is a heavier chuck but the G3 should be fine for you. Either way consider one of the package deals where you will get extra jaws or other accessories based on what they are offering. Hope that helps. Gary

[@javieraraujo2619]

@@ThePapa1947 thanks Gary for your opinion that's help me a lot

[@kimseyjustkimsey5256]

Beautiful Bowl Gary! I love the Locust wood, looked really cool under the light to, Glad ya found your dust collector remote 😄 , I wish I had a push button control panel on the wall labeled this button- car keys 🔑 this button- 📺 remote, a button for all kinds of stuff and have some kinda beeper to go off for these things, I’m all the time misplacing and loosing stuff Lol.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Kimsey, at least when I can not find my cell phone I can call it. Maybe I should attach the remote to the cell phone LOL Thanks for watching, Gary

[@aaronbarton3039]

Nice bowl, put a rare earth magnet on your dust collector remote and stick it to the lathe

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much. There is a hook on the yellow boat key float and I hang it at the lathe. Problem is I take it to the bandsaw and the sander and set it down. But if I put a place to hang it in site at those machines where I could see it the problem might be solved. Thanks for watching and the idea, Gary

[@WillaPowellGraceInTheWild]

What do you use to thin down the sealer with? Linseed oil? Alcohol?

[@ThePapa1947]

Denatured alcohol and it does not take much. The shellac sealer is already fairly thin.

[@daleheiligenthal3988]

Excellent job!!!! Hope some day to be as good as you!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Dave, just keep turning and loving it and you will be surprised what you can end up doing. Take care, Gary

[@richardrogers668]

Very nice bowl. I do it in one step using a faceplate. I put glue on the side of the piece I am turning, glue on a scrap piece of wood and clamp them together with a piece of paper between the two blocks of wood, The next day I use wood screws to screw the end of the scrap piece to a faceplate. I do the whole process in one step. When it's finished, I just put a thin blade at the paper joint, tap it and the bowl pops right off. The glue joint it quite strong, but the wedging action of the blade at the glue joint pops the paper apart without taking wood grain with it. All that's left is a light sanding and finish on the flat bottom.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Richard, I first learned the paper trick in grade school in 1961 shop class. I used it for a long time. Now if I want something to not have to turn off I will use a hot glue gun to fasten a tenon to the bottom of the bowl and it comes off very easy using a little denatured alcohol. Matter of fact that is what I am using on my next video. I have used the paper joints when doing inside out turnings though. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@richardrogers668]

@@ThePapa1947, I love shows like yours and also portable saw mills. To some it may seem like watching paint dry, but I can sit for hours and watch them slab off beautiful boards. My neighbor has a Wood Mizer and I often take a log over and share it with him. My Dad had a wood collection of bowls that he turned and I learned the paper thing from him. I have a couple of them right in front of me in my entertainment center.

[@dennisbottila4369]

Yeah I got a bunch of Honey Locust it looks a lot like the black locust

[@ThePapa1947]

I have not turned any Honey Locust but there is plenty of it around. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@richardmabie3751]

why didn't you show the prosses/ application of adding the glow in the dark product? Richard

[@ThePapa1947]

Well there is no glow in the dark product. It is just what the wood does under a black light. Hope that makes sense. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@richardmabie3751]

So why did you show the pile of green stuff before your demo and talk about glowing in the dark.? Richard

[@mozpogson3639]

Please educate me. What is the sanding sealer about?

[@ThePapa1947]

Sanding sealer is basically a thinned down version of a finish you might be using. It seals the wood and also makes sanding easier as it raises the grain.

[@sambullard510]

Papa 1 other question what type of steel rod was it?

[@ThePapa1947]

I will try and clear it up after you respond to the first comment. Still not sure what you are asking. Gary

[@HobbyChicken]

I be been watching your videos for two years now. I’ve finally gotten a lathe and I’m so excited to start turning. Thanks for your very informative videos. I know I’ll be less nervous turning than I would have been if I didn’t get some good info from them.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Robert and congrats on the lathe. I am sure you will really enjoy using it. Take care, Gary

[@gregdownunderinOz]

Wonderful bowl Gary, the finishes used are well explained. Phil’s tenon removal process works a real treat, however we’ve used it down under for ages. Nice commentary keep up the videos. Great trick with the UV light

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Greg, Yes it is very interesting what a black light will do to some woods. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@waynewilson3711]

What is the guide you use to sharpen chisels.

[@ThePapa1947]

It is called vari-grind made by Oneway.

[@Bramsshed1913]

A KZbin first ,woodturning a Kryptonite black locust bowl😉 Great job Gary, gorgeous grain pattern and colour , I'm sure your wife loves it. I found two knives and a pencil sharpener having a sort out last week I think we're all the same when it comes to misplacing something lol and I'm sure there will be plenty of other opportunities to show the removal of the nub mate I am more or less same as you about advertising, I use products I like but have stopped giving free advertising to many company products, if any one asks what polish etc I use in the comments section I tell them .Its all down to personal choice at the end of the day Another enjoyable video mate👍 Cheers Bram

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Bram, yes this would stop Superman in his tracks!!! So I think I have found 6 of the 20 tape measures I have and maybe 5 of the 50 pencils laying around. Progress feels so good LOL. I like many products and end up using them. But I use them on different types of turnings and wood. There is no such thing as one finish fits all. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@nctplarry]

Great job, Sir Gary! Another inspiring demonstration. Say, can you tell us about your turntable upon which you exhibit your final projects. Very cool, indeed. So glad I subscribed.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Larry! I bought this one on Amazon and it was less than $20. I have another one I made using a microwave turntable motor. It is much more heavy duty than this one. But his is more compact. Thanks for watching and commenting. Gary

[@daveurban1018]

Glad you found that remote

[@ThePapa1947]

You and me both! 😄

[@tfturning]

Beautiful bowl!! Still yet to get my hands on a chunk of this wood but I'm excited for when it happens! Thanks for sharing 😁

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you so much. We have a bit of Locust around here. They took down a huge Honey Locust tree behind us. Not happy with what they are doing there so I did not even want to ask for any of the wood. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@uniqko]

Beautiful work

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Kerajinan, happy you liked it. Gary

[@mauricehouser7353]

Nice work and turning tips

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Maurice and thanks for watching, Gary

[@BobBlarneystone]

Zinser SealCoat is an excellent finish, as good as flake shellac that is available these days. I've used it on several guitars using a french polish technique with a pad & oil. I also hollow-out vessels with the lathe running in reverse (using a chuck with a lock screw!). It's easier to see and I don't need to bend over the lathe with my arm crooked.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you. Yes I like the Zinsser product and have never mixed my own. I buy it by the gallon and that makes it pretty reasonable. I also hollow out on the back side as well. With the screw in place. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@rayworstine4399]

Good afternoon, Gary. Great video and bowl. I have some black locust ready to cut up and looking forward to getting some on the lathe. I had the same question about your spindle lock that another subscriber asked. Thanks for the answer and video on the process. Losing things in the shop......ha ha. That's the story of my life. I call it, memory exercise.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Ray! I do like Black Locust and have a few more nice pieces. The bark is so thick I do not like it as a live edge other than the droop bowl I made. That was and end grain turning and the bark looks good that way. Glad I found it because Laguna wants a lot for a replacement. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@jondunsmore2121]

You make that look so easy, and it is anything but easy! I appreciated you sharing the speed you were running the lathe at various points as that is something I'm still getting a feel for as a new turner. Great looking bowl and thanks for the video.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jon! I realize that many wonder at what speed they should be turning. You will catch on to it the more you turn. If you think surface feet of material passing by your cutting tool that will help. If turning the inside of a bowl and working toward the center you will it is not cutting as good as it was out toward the wall. Hope that makes sense. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@normnicholson4689]

How do you know when wood is dry enough to turn?

[@ThePapa1947]

Norm that is a hard one to answer as all the woods act differently. This piece of wood I have had for over 2 years and it was very dry. Also I really like turning green wet wood and as long as you turn it thin it normally does not crack. But it can warp which is interesting. So most wood that is cut into bowl size and has the ends sealed should be dry in 2 years. There are moister meters that can help. A freshly cut piece might read 45-60 percent. When it is down to 12-18% around here I call it dry enough to turn. Hope that helps. Gary

[@cookiescoop6065]

Very beautiful piece sir

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching, Gary

[@lyndaowen2154]

Very pretty work as usual keep it up

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Lynda I appreciate you watching. Gary

[@Lifeinthewoods99]

Very nice work! I like to turn black locust, it seems to be relatively stable. But I've never left the pith in a turning of locust. As you know, the pith is usually cut out of the blank. So I was wondering how your bowl looks after it dries out? And again, very nice work 👏.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you, happy you liked it. So I do not remember ever cutting the pith out of any of the Black Locust I have. And I have not had issues with it cracking. Not sure if that is luck but I have a lot of pieces this size and they are still looking good. Some was turned when they were pretty green but these smaller ones have dried for over 2 years. I just like the look of the pith in Black Locust. Do you make it a common practice to cut it out and have you ever left it in. Curious what your results are if left in. Thanks for watching and your question. Always makes me rethink things. Gary

[@Lifeinthewoods99]

@@ThePapa1947 I've turned a number of different species, the only wood that I have left the pith is black walnut. But seeing your work on the locust. Inspires me to leave it in the next time I turn a locust bowl....keep up the good work. Vince

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Vince. The main woods I have trouble with the pith is fruit woods. But if I turn them thin when green it is a good chance they will be ok. Thanks again, Gary

[@francisschmitz84]

I had the same question as a beginning turner trying to absorb all of the nuances of the hobby. I have a shed full of black locust I cut and cannot wait to turn some of it!

[@DeansWoodworking]

Great Video Gary, I love the bowl Thanks for Sharing!!!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Dean. Happy you enjoyed it and thanks for watching, Gary

[@sandraanderson217]

That is beautiful wood! Love the bowl, perfect for snacks!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Sandra! And it is working great for snacks. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@HeatherWrightArt]

Absolutely beautiful, Gary! After you put the Ack's abrasive paste on you said it was food safe... More for dry foods like popcorn or whole fruits I'm guessing? Never apologize for the small simple stuff - it's all I can do at the moment with my small tabletop lathe, no chuck, and gouges that are about too short to do anything more than a few christmas ornaments!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Heather. For sure I never put anything wet in my wood bowls. Popcorn, chips and nuts works for me. This bowl here is used almost daily. Christmas ornaments can be lots of fun. Do you have a faceplate with your lathe? If you do you could use a glue block to turn bowls. If not you will still have fun with what you have. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@HeatherWrightArt]

@@ThePapa1947 Yes, I do have a small faceplate... somehow my bolts always work themselves out of the wood and cause problems! I really do love making the ornaments but I want to make bowls as well, hopefully make my Dad proud (he is the one that inspired my passion for woodworking when I was quite young). How do you clean your bowls when the popcorn and chips are all gone? And do you have a specific video dedicated to turning a bowl with just a faceplate? I enjoy hearing from you and your videos are wonderful to listen to and learn from, thank you so much!

[@robkijkindevegt6443]

Good day Mr. Gary, will you tell me under which hook you sharpened the Bowl Gauge? Thank you in advance.

[@ThePapa1947]

Hi Rob, so I put the leading edge in the middle of the first slot. I also let the tool stick out 2 inches. Hope that helps, if not let me know. Gary

[@robkijkindevegt6443]

@@ThePapa1947 Sorry, I meant with hook, how many degrees

[@ThePapa1947]

@@robkijkindevegt6443it is 40 degrees between the tool and the straight portion of the jig. That would be the lower portion of the jig as there is an angle in that leg. Also if you count up 4 notches up the leg would be right in-between the 4th and fifth notch. Let me know if that makes sense. Stop the video right where I am holding the tool and jig up and it should. If not I can send you a picture. Take care, Gary

[@robkijkindevegt6443]

@@ThePapa1947 Thanks, now it is clear to me. Stay healthy Gary

[@lesliegrimm4344]

The GRINCH bowl,lol.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Leslie and for sure it looks like a Grinch bowl. The one for me looks like a Grump bowl LOL. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

Nothing wrong making a simple yet classic shape Gary - gotta get back to your roots once in a while. And I love simple !! Thanks for sharing🙏 Take care. -Mike

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks Mike, it seems a lot of us like things simple now and then. Gary

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

@@ThePapa1947 👍😎

[@craigkeller]

Very nice! Thank you 🙏

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Craig and thanks for watching, Gary

[@WoodenItBeNice]

1st. Gorgeous little bowl Gary. I'm amazed that it turns green under black light. Take care my friend. Hwyl, Huw

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks so much Huw! It is a fun trick and it even shows green after you have the finish on it. Thanks for watching, Cheers, Gary

[@emgiwoodworks]

That was a really enjoyable video Gary. I liked it, and that black locust is really great wood! Did you know my son is flying to Illinois in two weeks? Is that close to you?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Leo and I do like Black Locust a lot. No I live in Oregon which boarders Washington, California and the Pacific Ocean. Those dunes I was climbing at the end are along the southern coast of Oregon. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@jerrystark3587]

I agree with you completely about Zinsser Seal Coat. First, it is a fairly light cut of shellac, so it goes on easily and dries quickly. It makes a nice sanding sealer both before and after sanding. Second, it is dewaxed so you can put any other finish on top of it. Great stuff. I get it by the gallon and then pour it in pint jars so I don't have to continually open and reopen the can. It lasts longer that way. Ack's Abrasive Paste is good stuff, too. Nice bowl. Thanks for the video. P.S. Never let a camera know you really need it. It'll mess with you every time.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Jerry. You nailed it with the Zinsser Seal Coat. Not everyone understands it is dewaxed and will say why not just think down the Zinsser shellac and use it as sealer. On a piece where I plan on building up a surface finish I will use 2-3 coats of the sealer on softer wood. I also get it by the gallon(saves money) and I put it into 8 or 16 oz bottles. I am now using the Rockler glue bottles which I think are 8. Yes those camera's love to mess with you. Mine beeps if it is going to go to sleep but not when the battery goes dead. Thanks for watching and commenting, Gary

[@dreamgear]

I use it too... I keep a little in a plastic peanut butter jar with a screw top so I don't have to keep opening the can.

[@dtork47]

Gary very nice piece. Do you use the ultra violet light for epoxy work?

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you, happy you liked it. I do not do epoxy work. Is that something where the ultra violet light works like this as well? Thanks for watching, Gary

[@dtork47]

@@ThePapa1947 I was referring to the epoxy used for inlay work that hardens with ultraviolet light. I have been wanting to try. Stay well and happy thanksgiving.

[@ThePapa1947]

Ok now I see. That does sound interesting .

[@robertmoore283]

Gary, I really enjoy the information you provided. I come from a long line of wood turners dating back into the late 40’s and 50’s . I worked in my uncles woodturning shop for years learning the trade. Most of his production was spindle type work and furniture manufacturing components. I have been intrigued with you information on star and you 3D effects glue up for segments. Will try and catch more of your videos. Look forward to seeing them. Thank you

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much Robert. Must have been a fun job working in your uncles shop. I worked as a wood patternmaker and really enjoyed my job. There was plenty of turning but some of the other things were very challenging and I really loved that. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@joerangel9871]

What type of paste r u using

[@ThePapa1947]

Acks Sanding Abrasive Paste. ackswoodpaste.com

[@scottfonner]

Always appreciated.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Scott and I always appreciate you watching. Take care, Gary

[@rexdobson2816]

I rally like it. Great job.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Rex I appreciate you watching and commenting. Gary

[@royboggs3849]

Great Bowl, Gary! 👌👌 And....being a fly fisherman, I instantly recognized your Orvis smock/jacket/shirt (whatever it is...)!! I watch you and Phil every time you guys put up a new vid! 👍👍 👏👏👏👏

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Roy, I use to do a lot of fly fishing and fly tying Fished the Deschutes River for the Red Sides. But before they made it fly fishing only I would catch the live Salmon flies and do really well with them. My wife got me that jacket recently and I love it. I never really connected it to fishing. So where do you do your fly fishing? Thanks for watching, Gary

[@royboggs3849]

@@ThePapa1947 I live in KY but mostly fly fished in VA streams (a bit in MT...) but no longer fish very much (afraid of falling!). At 67, for some reason, my balance is kinda shot. Tied flies & crappy jigs for years..., & now ‘hooked’ on shop stuff - especially the wood lathe. Love watching you turn stuff ❤️, so keep the vids coming!

[@oneshotme]

Beautiful locust bowl Gary!! We don't have anything but pine, palm and oak trees here in Florida Enjoyed the video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@ThePapa1947]

Thanks you very much. Well oak is good for turning. How is the palm? Thanks for watching, Gary

[@SMcCaskill]

It's beautiful!

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you very much and thanks for watching. Gary

[@johnmitchell1614]

A really nice utilitarian little bowl Papa. I just love that bit of wood you used, it's gorgeous. Ahem, I hope you'll forgive me, but it looked the same as Elder that I sometimes get here in Scotland, so I emailed your business address with a picture of a little vase I made a while ago. Very similar. Does the Black Locust change colour much with time? Best regards.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you so much John, I saw the email and will respond it soon. It sure does look like the Elder you have. Pretty amazing likeness as a matter of fact. That is just a general email address. That seems to be how KZbin lets you put it somewhere easy to find. I do not have a business so it is fine. If this was a business it would be called work. I gave up on that almost 10 years ago when I retired LOL. Take care, Gary

[@TheTinyWorkshop]

What a special glow with the black light😎. Never seen before. I like this simple snack bowl. This type of bowl is always very handy to have around. Well done Gary. 👌Frank.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Frank, it was sure a lot of fun to make and the fact my wife really loves it is great as well. Take care, Gary

[@jaimegenovajr3257]

Nice work! What's your drill sanding attachment? Looks like it flex on different angle

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Jaime! I use a right angle drill and the sanding pads with the hook and loop system. I also have a soft disk that I use which has hook and loop and extends the sanding system a little It conforms to the shape nicely. Hope that helps. Gary

[@larrycoleman2225]

Love the bowl and grain. I have a chunk of locust I have been saving. It's even more beautiful turned than what I was guessing. Going to have to get a blank cut and spinning.

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Larry, Black Locust is a very pretty wood with amazing grain. I love the contrast of the colors in it. Thanks for watching, Gary

[@grammybear4226]

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

[@ThePapa1947]

Thank you Grammy Bear!!!