Woodturning Square Bowl - American History - Wormy Chestnut Video

[@WilliamBreuninger]

As an intermediate turner, I appreciate your explanation of gouge bevels. Thank you!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure, William. Happy Turning!

[@CarlosMiranda-gm3pb]

Thank you so much for telling us the size of the gauges you are using. It is so helpful for those of us who are not expert wood turners. I have watched hundreds of instructional videos and you are THE ONLY ONE who provides explicit instructions.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Carlos! I want to help you to turn the bowls you want. It's really that simple. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@footman447]

The Bob Ross of woodturning. In a world of loudness and shrill influencers jostling for attention, I just love the calm, good humoured, effortless competence. Every video a gem.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you footman for you kind words and generous heart! I wish I had Bob's hair. LOL All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@kenvasko2285]

Doesn't get any better than that! Thanks for treating that chestnut with the respect it deserves. Loved it!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you and the pleasure was all mine. ;) All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@beebob1279]

We have American Chestnuts up home. They do exactly what you said. They grow twenty feet and then die back. Beautiful wood. A lot of it is in trim in the mountain town homes.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yes, chestnut is a very different wood to work with. Cuts easily, strong, but lightweight. Thanks for sharing and Happy Turning!

[@jeanniellewellyn198]

I did it! Awesome tip about starting on the bowl part. Totally did it before the wrong way and tear-outs all over the place. With the way you showed, nothing got torn out! Yay!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Fantastic Jeannie! WooHoo! Well done! That's exciting! Keep it up and Happy Turning!

[@gemofthewoods5802]

Your enthusiasm is catching...I'm going to try this tomorrow. I can't wait. Tomorrow is a "snow day" and we get the day off. Off to the woodshop I go.

[@jeanniellewellyn198]

@@gemofthewoods5802 I wish I could show my square bowl - but it was WAY easier the 2nd time when I did it right! Have fun! Make lots of sawdust!

[@A50S2D]

Nice shape! You've turned a square edged bowl without needing emergency medical treatment. A Win / Win!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

LOL, yes. I hadn't looked at it like that until now. Yikes. LOL Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@cairolandyn1611]

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[@leonardocayson3456]

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[@cairolandyn1611]

@Leonardo Cayson thanks so much for your reply. I found the site through google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Looks like it's gonna take a while so I will reply here later with my results.

[@billrobinson8939]

Thanks to your wonderful instructional videos I turned a square bowl today. 2 months ago when I started turning i said ill never do one of those. The sharp chisels sure make a difference. Word of advice to newbies: buy the CBN wheel and the sharpening system. I made my own and it worked but nothing like the real deal. I bought mine on Amazon for 55$, Vevor. Right, Chinese but it works just like the big dollar ones. Also bought the Raptor set up jigs so changing grinds is lightening quick. Now what do I do with the 2 cheap wheels I tried to get by with. Wasted money. The CBN WAS 140$. IT IS 1 1/2" face with about an inch of grit on both sides. Absolutely great way to go. Zip zip ....done. you can tell I'm new because I still hold all this new knowledge in awe. Sharp tools. Now it's fun instead of a battle. Thanks for everything you do, Kent. You're the best, hands down!

[@johnd7056]

Beautiful Kent! Great lesson on the American chestnut and square turning. Got my project for tomorrow, thanks so much!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wonderful, enjoy and Happy Turning!

[@gaylegreer9798]

Hi there!! I'm Gayle's husband, Tom. Love the video and, in particular, your passion for what you do! I'm going to try that bowl with a 3 layer build up of Elm. Just barely clears my lathe bed, so I'm good to go. I am using a 3" faceplate instead of the spur. Beautiful bowl, Man!!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Have fun with that. Happy Turning!

[@allyncross6973]

Hey Kent, That is a wonderful historic piece. Awesome job. Yall have a nice day.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You too. Thank you, Allyn. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@humbertoaraica9940]

I think is a gorgeous bowl and I learned a lot with this video, tank for sheering.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are very welcome. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@jimhumphrey]

In the 50's we were logging the dead chestnut trees from my grandad's farm. I was a preteen at the time and was only allowed to drive the tractor that pulled the logs out of the woods. The wormy trees were milled into tongue and groove boards for paneling. The trees without worms were milled and used for cabinets, tables and furniture. We also pulled out some black walnut and ash as well. I still have a few pieces of the walnut and can only wish I had kept some of the chestnut. I just found your channel and website and I'm enjoying your content.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you for sharing Jim! I appreciate you sharing your story and adding to the dialog. Yes, I wish the chestnut were around still too. The wood is so unique, strong and durable, but light and easy to work. Sigh. I'm glad you got to experience that time in our American tree history! All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent

[@paulgreen2863]

I was just wondering how to turn a square bowl or platter. Glad I have your challenge subscription.

[@BJHermsen]

I got two boards from my grandpa's shop when we cleaned it out that are chestnut. Turns amazingly however is so very dry and brittle. But once finished super strong and light weight.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Oh wow, that's so cool. Yes, aren't you amazed by the lightness? I know I was! Happy Turning!

[@JDDupuy]

Its because of you, 20 years of buying books, buying and filling my shop with your recommendations over the past few months and finally getting direction. I'm on the lathe several times each week now, getting better and enjoying it!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That is awesome! Thanks for sharing and I'm thrilled you're turning and making shavings! All the best to you! Happy Turning!

[@tielkgate]

Very nice Kent. Love the history of the wood.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it Papa! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@WayneSmith-yf3fg]

Really nice. I did a bowl from the same wood and gave it to my daughter. After 2 months on her shelf, she discovered little piles of wood dust around the outside. She threw it out!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Threw it out??!!!! Wow, that's too bad. Sure sometimes there are some little critters still inside. No big deal. If needed, place the piece in a zip lock bag and freeze it for a few days. Happy Turning!

[@kenburnette1121]

Beautiful piece, very informative.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Ken! Cheers! Happy Turning!

[@buddydean6637]

Here in WNC we have American Chestnuts that are old enough to bear fruit. But you are correct that the blight is still present in the trees and those trees will eventually die also. I think it's documented that each regrowth from the root stock is becoming stronger. I have seen this myself as I watch each new tree grow bigger each time the previous tree dies out. FYI. Ciao

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow! Excellent. Thanks for sharing. Do the American chestnuts taste similar to the Italian Chestnuts? Some say the American Chestnut tastes sweeter, I heard. Happy Turning.

[@prsearls]

This is an interesting history of the American Chestnut. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a real one. Your turning is a fine tribute to this wood. I am always impressed with your knowledge and skill with a bowl gouge. Your video composition, lighting, focus, depth of field and audio is just as impressive and sets a very high standard for all KZbinrs. Most of us never compliment you for this important skill which makes your videos so informative and fun to watch. I appreciate it very much and know how challenging it is to make these look so professional. Yours is an important creative skill we all benefit from and rarely achieve. Thanks!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Paul, thank you kindly. Your words mean a lot to me! I do want to share this information with the best of my ability and I'm always striving to improve. Thanks again and all the best to you! Happy Turning!

[@jimcase5841]

Incredible piece. Thanks Kent.

[@wendyheller8390]

So funny, just started a square bowl scratching my head and along comes your video! Really appreciate the history, our family has an old chestnut barn and it's a keeper for certain. The blight took the trees but we can give the wood another life for generations to come with the lathe. Thanks!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That is awesome! Yes we can! Happy Turning!

[@michelehiggins1878]

Thank you! I am a beginner and I very much appreciate your videos! I learn so much from them.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are so welcome! Happy to help! Happy Turning!

[@jptazzairbrushingjprice7250]

You make it looks so easy sir. Really like your channel I already took your sharpening course would love to take your bowl turning course but right now just really cant afford it, if only it was cheaper.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks. Much appreciated. I'd love to give that course away, and I sorta am at the current cost. Have you ever attended a turning symposium or workshop? They cost many hundreds of dollars, if you attend them "cheaply." The crazy thing, when you leave those events, the learning stops. This online Wood Bowl Turning Course goes on and on and you watch and learn at your pace. Which, by the way, is very fast for most participants. I'm shocked how many people are making amazing bowls so quickly. TurnAWoodBowl.com/turn Happy Turning!

[@keithkimsten5111]

Very nice Kent! We have 100 + year-old barns out here in Flyover America all over and they eventually go down. I see them and ask around about salvaging some solid pieces of boards and beams to turn and I always give the family a piece made from that salvaged wood. It's their families history that they are kind enough to share a few pieces with me and I want them to know I appreciate them allowing me to become part of that history. Cheers Kent!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Very cool! Happy Turning!

[@briandorton9302]

Going to try this soon Kent . Thanks for the video

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Hope you enjoy. Happy Turning!

[@billrobinson8939]

Made my 1st 4 corner square bowl today. About 61/2". Also had a live larva, worm pop out of a cactus pot i was turning out of spalted maple.

[@jthardman1895]

Pure art!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! ;) Happy Turning!

[@debratraverse6292]

Beautiful work. Thanks for sharing the detailed commentary and tips. Love how much you love trees - which is where it all begins!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Cheers! Trees are awesome!!! ;) Happy Turning!

[@davidnickell9381]

Thanks for featuring the American Chestnut. I have been involved in efforts to propagate resistant strains, which can be done, but it will take a very long time. I have also recently gained access to blight resistant American Elms and have been sprouting the seed. I have some planted on my farm and have been spreading them around as available. Chestnut and Elm both possess very unique qualities and were critical to our ecosystem. Demonstrating their beauty is a valuable tool. Thank you, again.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for sharing! That sounds amazing. Best of luck with all your're doing to revive these lines. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@jeanlong4285]

Love the square bowl. On my turn to do list. Thanks Kent

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Hope you enjoy! Happy Turning!

[@christopherharrison6724]

That is really interesting didn’t know about the blight of the American chestnut

[@gerrysmith4493]

Beautiful history pieces thanks for sharing! Gerry

[@Timber2Toothpicks]

Now thats SUPER COOL! I like it Big TIME.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Big thanks! Happy Turning!

[@snoopygreg]

Very good video! It's great to see you turning and commenting with so much enthusiasm! I will soon turn a square bowl!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You can do it! Happy Turning!

[@dianeclemmer1344]

Beautiful piece ❤️

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly! Happy Turning!

[@joshblumenthal4873]

Kent, I just watched this video and I'll be turning a square bowl very soon. Gotta try it! Thanks, again, for the inspiration and instruction.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure and thank you. Happy Turning!

[@hsbsolutions]

Kent good commentary very informative. You professionalism is inspiring.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks so much! Happy Turning!

[@cwousnret3]

I have followed you for a bit of time now. I love your passion and your love of the wood as it comes to life in front of you. I have also noted that as time has passed that you have become more patient. You are becoming a master of your craft. Stay true. Stay safe and please keep turning. Thank you so much for what you do and share with us all.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you for your kind words. Happy Turning!

[@Kiltabago]

What a stunning bowl.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Happy Turning!

[@larrycoleman2225]

BZ, what a gorgeous result. I really appreciate the camera angles you provide that show off the tool direction and position. Excellent!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@bwrightaway2877]

Cool stuff. Thanks for all the pointers

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You bet! Happy Turning!

[@WhoGnu08]

Like you I appreciate the history of American Chestnut. You did the wood honor by turning it into such a wonderful bowl. If I had made it, that's one I would keep for myself. Great video, very informative, thanks very much!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you very much! Happy Turning!

[@PetePPA]

The screw holes, grain and shape is stunning and your camera work along with the commentary.........Perfect!. ATB Pete

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, thank you! Happy Turning!

[@assemblage_of_wolves7473]

I just discovered your channel. I am thoroughly impressed by the amount of detail you give. I have learned sooooo much watching your videos and I’ve been turning a cpl years now

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome! Thank you! Happy Turning!

[@richardschaffling9882]

Great video and it turned out beautiful and you are right about the tree I have a lot of them but they are small and I’m in the Smokies

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks so much 😊 Enjoy your chestnuts! Happy Turning!

[@ClubFred6]

My understanding of wormy chestnut was thus: Many logs were floated down river to the mills and some sank. They were eventually recovered, but sometimes were submerged for a century. In this time frame, they were invaded by worms which bore holes in them. Now, I did not research this now, but I have always 'known' this as a fact - from my days when I studied wood products manufacturing in 82-84. It may not be true, but it seemed to make sense. Enjoying your work and your channel.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Interesting, Thanks for sharing. Happy Turning!

[@ClubFred6]

@@TurnAWoodBowl I first got on a lathe in gr7 at age12, then got a job wood turning for real at the age of 17. Most people have never actually had a job doing that, and I quite loved it, mastering the tools and sharpening them and developing my own style and approach. Now, its been a long time.

[@rickeypage5971]

I have two American Chestnut slabs that were given to me and I wondering about how to best use them. Square bowls are more interesting than a river table. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds good. Chestnut is very different. I think you'll like the results. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@GavinConwayWoodworkBBQ]

Just found this one of yours Kent - brilliant tips as always.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks Gavin!👍

[@waynedevitt5032]

Great presentation thank-you Wdd

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure! Happy Turning!

[@georgepauselli769]

A fantastic piece of wood brilliant work, stay safe

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks, you too! Happy Turning!

[@snchilders]

Kent, thanks for the idea. I have some 8/4 Amer. Chestnut that appears to have once been floor joists and have now made 5 of these bowls. Although the result was about the same, I did a couple of things different. For one thing, not all my pieces were square, but it really didn't make any difference. Also, I started out with a 3" faceplate on the headstock side and a live center on the other side. You mentioned how hard your chestnut was, but mine wasn't at all, in fact I'd consider it a bit on the soft side. I had to be careful around the nails but a 1/2" round-nose carbide tool took care of them nicely.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing! Happy Turning!

[@RayShaw007]

Thanks for sharing all your tips about a square bowl. The demo was very good and the commentary excellent. I'll try and keep it all in mind when I come to do my first square one. Very much appreciate you sharing your skills and knowledge.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Ray! Happy Turning!

[@ceciliabrooks201]

Beautiful!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Cecilia!

[@Stefnocrat]

I have learnt so much from your videos! The combination of superb camera angles, relaxed but highly informative voice-over and stunning results makes for such a delightful learning experience that I am constantly inspired to try more challenging projects. I am adopting all the tips and tricks you talk about in your videos and it is resulting in me achieving results I would have never imagined possible. Thank you!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Stefan, thank you!!!! You have made my week! Thank you for your kind words and support!!! Keep up the great work! All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent

[@scottshawwoodworking1752]

Kent, thank you so much. I love the chestnut and bowl is beautiful. Great video and history of the American chestnut tree.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it. thank you and Happy Turning!

[@jackthompson8019]

You are right Kent. This is an awesome piece. Great video.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks. Happy Turning!

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

Lovely looking piece Kent. And so fortunate you got a piece to work; most people will never even see Amer. Chestnut much less touch, and cut ! Thanks for sharing this beauty for us to dream about🙏 Stay safe. -Mike😷💉 p.s. Uh, Kent, what you've identified as 'screw holes' are in reality caused by Iron Worms. They are only found in used or repurposed lumber. 😁

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you very much. OK, do you mean "iron worms" was another name for the wood screws of the day? Happy Turning!

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

@@TurnAWoodBowl You got it 😁

[@stephendonathan6782]

Beautiful piece and great work on explaining everything! GOD BLESS!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! You too! Happy Turning!

[@alainnoel2198]

Alain N. - Sainte-Adèle, Québec, Canada ---- The bowl...Thank you

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you for entering! Happy Turning!

[@stanjudd2552]

I would like to let you know that you do a suburb job in explaining every aspect on what you are doing , better than anyone else I have ever watched . By the way , beautiful bow .

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you so much! Happy Turning!

[@howardwittwer7490]

Lyndoch down under, Wonderful wood with history. Beautiful outcome with great commentary of the process. Thank you and God Bless.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly! Happy Turning!

[@DancingFox6]

Worth more than one viewing. Liked it 👍. Saved it in KZbin. Downloaded it to refer to in my internet free shop. Thank you. I have two small chestnut boards and a larger square brown ebony blank. Square bowls coming up. (After I practice on a pine board). And you cleared up my confusion on whether chestnut was extinct! I’m gonna be the group know-it-all when this virus is past and we have groups again.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you so much! Enjoy turning square! Happy Turning!

[@TheAcidmyers]

Excellent Video...

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you!

[@carpdude73]

Kent, I really appreciate your incredible knowledge and passion for this work. When you are passionate about what you do, it shows and helps everyone (like me) to understand why turning bowls can be interesting, intriguing and just fun! I am learning more and more every video I watch so... THANK YOU!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for watching and I'm glad you're learning more. Soon you too will be hooked. ;) Happy Turning!

[@jobranch4125]

I really loved this one. I’m aspiring towards a square b0wl now. And btw, the cinematography was mesmerising.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Jo. Have fun and Happy Turning!

[@jaytucker5799]

Another great “must watch” ! Regarding your finish...... linseed oil & bee’s wax. Do u make it yourself? What are your thoughts on substituting carnauba for the bee’s wax?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

I use Tried and True Original. It's the best. Check this out turnawoodbowl.com/my-favorite-food-safe-wood-finish-waterproof-almost/ Happy Turning!

[@exotictones1054]

Very cool shape n beautiful. Nice job kent.i have a 1924 model T n that's exactly how I feel about it.it's cool to own a piece of history that was made 28 yrs.before I was born.good stuff.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Very cool! If it has any wood on it, there's chance it might be American Chestnut. ;) Happy Turning!

[@caitlinlittlefield5532]

Love your videos. Many thanks! And thanks for the discussion re: American Chestnut. I’d add one detail: it wasn’t just the blight per se that wiped all chestnuts out on the eastern seaboard but also our preemptive removal of them, after the arrival of the blight. There may have been a small fraction of the population that inherently had resistance to the blight and yet humans removed the possibility that those trees might have persisted to confer that genetic advantage to future generations. It’s an important lesson to remember in the face of other diseases and pests like emerald ash borer (EAB). Unlike we did with chestnut, we ought to leave some ash on the landscape ahead of the advancing EAB front to preserve whatever natural resistance may exist in some individuals, however few and far between.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Great point! My family is in Illinois in a small town that just removed ALL of their ash trees. I tried to explain that insanity to being equal to removing all people with cancer thinking cancer would disappear. We HAVE to learn from history! Happy Turning!

[@markchoitz443]

great project Kent, good discussion on the chestnut blight, love square bowls/platters.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks. Happy Turning!

[@asaga2035]

I like that you also use metric system. Great finish 👍

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Cheers! I'm trying to do that more. Happy Turning!

[@themetalwoodsman]

Great video Kent. I enjoy how you teach, have learned a lot watching you. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for watching Happy Turning!

[@DeA2875]

Great video. Beautiful piece.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dtork47]

very nicely done Kent! What a thrill to have access to a piece of history! Keep 'um coming, always informative...love your passion for wood and what you do! Stay safe and cheers from MT.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for watching from MT! Happy Turning!

[@ronstewart2222]

Thanks Kent, I loved that. I can only aspire to emulate your work and love the educational information you impart. I'm on a 45 degree gouge angle but will visit your video's on cutting angles.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Ron! Much appreciated. Happy Turning!

[@ericschenck9954]

Beautiful!! It's really awesome!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@davidmorgan7522]

Wow! What a beautiful piece! Thank you for sharing the work as well as the history. Take care, Dave

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you! Happy Turning!

[@brentbeacroft3363]

Lovely looking piece Kent, great commentary, alway enjoy your videos

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks so much! Happy Turning!

[@RickTurnsWoodturning]

Great bowl, Kent!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for watching! Happy Turning!

[@wool2spin]

Love this! My husband turned chestnut pegs from an old barn (built in 1812) in Washington County, PA that was being disassembled into beautiful pens. Can you tell me approximately what thickness the square of chestnut was? Thanks.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Oh wow, very cool. This piece started about two inches thick and the final thickness os about 3/8". Happy Turning!

[@wool2spin]

@@TurnAWoodBowl Thanks for your reply! Just checked on your website to see if there’s something I can get for my husband. He just dove back into wood turning recently, after having left our farm and his lathe about 5 years ago. A Jet lathe is his newest acquisition. Haha.....My first car was a Plymouth Belvedere, too. I think a 65?

[@leorowland4092]

i learned of good skills from this video,good presentation.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it was helpful! Happy Turning!

[@TimAshleyWoodworks]

Awesome Kent! Great shape and foot on this piece. I'll have to try this on one of my pine beams 👍

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yes, good idea! Happy Turning!

[@markduggan3451]

Amazing.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Cheers, Mark! Happy Turning!

[@kevamol]

Thank you for another great video.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for watching! Happy Turning!

[@jasfortner9497]

Nice piece Kent!!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks 👍

[@im4dabirds]

thks for the history lesson, great project

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure! It's important stuff and I'm glad you enjoyed it too. All the best. Happy Turning!

[@tonysmith3143]

Beautiful bowl, i want to order some CBN wheels, was wondering what grit you use.thanks for sharing.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

80 grit for shaping and 180 for sharpening. Happy Turning!

[@tonysmith3143]

@@TurnAWoodBowl Thanks Kent.

[@Sqwince23]

Curious if you're interested in getting a branding iron made for your signature. I know it might take some of the personalization out if it, but helps with consistency and you wouldn't wreck a piece.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

I have one and I find it too uneven and time consuming. Plus, I like to letter from my sign-painting days. ;) Happy Turning!

[@Oscaro9928]

Great bowl! One question why not start the edge from the inside and avoid chipping?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good question. There will always be two corners, because of the grain orientation, that are not supported and can blow out.

[@christopherharrison6724]

Does applying the heal compress the wood?

[@tomcoker9882]

Kent, Longfellow would be proud of you for doing a wonderful job on a nice section of the spreading Chestnut tree that might have shaded the smithy where the blacksmith might have made the screws that left their mark in the wood. Or at least that is the story you could imply when showing the piece. I always thought Chestnut was a beautiful wood.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thomas, I love that visual. Thank you! Happy Turning!

[@WilsonPhotography1]

When I was in high school, college, and 30+ years in industry, we always made it a safety practice to not stand in front of a grinder until it had reached full speed. Now I understand I’ve never used a wheel like yours, so here’s my question, are these newer wheels reliable and of no concern of cracking and flying apart?

[@daviddavison2922]

I have some chestnut for a platter/bowl 1 1/2 in thick blank. What was the original thickness on yours? Also the diagonal on yours looked to be about 13 in? Also what was the size and depth of your tenon? Beautiful design. Thanks!

[@matthiasvolz6720]

Hi Kent, Nice video as always. I have laying around some square pieces for some weeks now, but I had to finish another bowl first. And then comes along this video. perfect timing. One Question: how did you stabilize your Bowl gauge when you are cutting a lot of air. Yesterday I did a natural edge bowl and I always had difficulties to remain a constant wall thickness while cutting through air. Most probably I had too much pressure against the pole instead of pushing against the toolrest. Liebe Grüße from snowing Germany Matthias

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

All the best to you in snowy Germany!!! Happy Turning!

[@donaldtemple8090]

How thick did the bowl end up. Looks like about 1/2 inch. Could it be thinner or would it flex too much. Love your videos and web site. Thanks for sharing.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

A little less than 3/8" I liked that thickness and it is supportive without flex. Happy Turning!

[@sethdenman5338]

Where can one buy the beeswax and oil mix? Thank you for the wonderful videos.

[@kanapodfungsaichon5158]

Thank you ., for video

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are welcome Happy Turning!

[@kanapodfungsaichon5158]

@@TurnAWoodBowl Awesome project

[@pmm0107]

Nice piece, Kent. And the history makes it doubly interesting. I have two questions: (1) what is the final grit that you sanded to? and (2) What wood-burning tool do you have and where did you get it (I am very unhappy with mine and need a better quality one with temperature control). Thanks, and as I always like to say, Happy Turning"!

[@anthonys2893]

Awesome piece of wood:) what brand and size of lathe do you use?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks. I'm turning on a Robust Sweet 16. Happy Turning!