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  1. Our Patriot Turners- Things are a little slow this week. I did an Easy Wood Tools/Club Demo last Thursday evening. Showed the process for doing the John Beaver wave bowls. I don't get the club meetings as often as I should. Seems that Thursdays are always busy. One of the members- a brother of one of my former school students- snapped this so he could see how old I have gotten. What’s Coming Up- Cindy Drozda's Tool Talk will continue the Emma, Tod, Cindy collaboration piece. It's Friday, August 15. It’s coming along nicely! I’ll be sanding and finishing, and showing how I sign my work. It’s free and open to everyone. Join me for talk about tools, woodturning tips, upcoming events, and interesting Woodturning stuff. Make comments, ask questions, or say hello. Win a prize in the Raffle! Subscribe to my list, and get the links to my free events by email. Please tell all of your woodturning friends and club members! https://streamyard.com/watch/C6bayNKnBhM7 SWAT is almost here! https://www.swaturners.org/swat-registration-2025.html For The Newbies- Richard Raffan uses a lot of scrapers for both inside and outside of bowls. In this video, he shares/describes his scraper arsenal. Picked this up from Ron Brown's newsletter. Some good advice about sharp(ening) tools- Free-hand Sharpening vs. Jigs For some people, a good piece of wood is a work of art. For others, it's just a blank canvas waiting to be transformed. And for a select few, it's a constant reminder that they don’t know what they don't know. When I first started turning wood, I was a walking, talking example of that last group. I was a greenhorn with a gouge, completely unaware of my own ignorance. Fortunately, I crossed paths with a seasoned pro named Nick Cook. Now, this guy could sharpen a tool by hand with his eyes closed, so I had to ask him: Why do you bother with those fancy jigs?" His answer was a master class in common sense. He gave me three simple reasons: 1. It saves time. A lot of time. 2. It's repeatable. You get the same perfect edge every single time. 3. Your tools last longer. They just do. Those three points really stuck with me. Later, while working the woodworking show circuit, I heard a lot of complaints. People loved the idea of sharpening jigs, but hated the time it took to set them up for different grinds. So, I went to work and created setup aids for 6 of the most common HSS lathe tools; 7 if you include the 4040-grind setup block. They are: Bowl Gouges, Spindle Gouges, Skews, Scrapers, Parting Tools, and Spindle Roughing Gouges. For the last 20 years, these setup aids have helped woodturners quickly and easily get the perfect edge. Most woodturners see their tools as a one-time purchase. They're not. They're a consumable, just like a lightbulb or a roll of paper towels. Sharpening a bowl gouge by hand often takes three or four passes. A good jig can do it in a single pass, removing less material in the process. Less material removal means your tools last longer. It’s simple math. But here’s the real kicker: if sharpening is quick and easy, you’ll actually do it. Most people will tolerate a dull tool far longer than they should because the idea of sharpening it is such a hassle. A sharp tool makes a clean cut. A dull one just scrapes and tears at the wood. When it comes to turning, that difference doesn't just affect the wood; it affects the entire process. Benefits of Sharp Chisels 1. Smoother Finish: A sharp chisel produces a much cleaner cut, resulting in a smoother surface that requires less sanding. This can save a lot of time and effort in the finishing stages of a project. 2. Reduced Tear-Out: When a tool is sharp, it shears the wood fibers cleanly. A dull tool, however, can tear out the grain, creating a rough, uneven surface that is difficult to fix. 3. Increased Control and Safety: Sharp tools are easier to control. A dull tool requires more force to make a cut, increasing the risk of a "catch," which is when the tool grabs the spinning wood violently. This can be dangerous and damage the workpiece. A sharp chisel, on the other hand, allows for more precise and controlled movements. 4. Faster Material Removal: A sharp tool removes material more efficiently. This means you can get through the initial shaping of a piece of wood much faster. 5. Improved Shavings: Sharp tools produce long, continuous shavings. Dull tools produce fine dust or small chips, which are a clear sign that the tool is not cutting effectively. It's important to note that even carbide tools, which are known for their longevity, will eventually become dull and require sharpening or a new tip. Regular sharpening is an essential skill for any woodturner to maintain tool effectiveness and achieve high-quality results. You should sharpen your wood-turning chisels frequently, even several times during a single project, to maintain their edge. Expand Your Horizons- Tomislav shared a great video showing a technique called "back hollowing". For those of us who learned the traditional method of hollowing this is really different! Mike Peace makes a small, threaded keepsake box for cremains. Turning Time With Easy Wood Tools- Found this video comparing the Easy Chuck to the Nova G3 Chuck. The Influencer does a pretty good job of comparing/contrasting the two. Some Easy Wood Tools Demos coming up- Did you know Easy Wood Tools sells "unhandled tools"? Check this out- https://www.easywoodtools.com/unhandled @Jordan Martindale New Turning Items- Ron Brown's new spindle duplicator is ready to go! https://longworthchuck.com/index.php?route=product/product&path=90&product_id=589 Hope Live Star Drive is available. This is available in he USA from- https://blackforestwood.com/products/live-star-drive?_pos=1&_psq=hope+live&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Everything Else- Tim Yoder cheated death to retrieve this piece of wood. Safe turning
  2. Our Patriot Turners- You might remember @RustyFN taking us along on his journey when making his basket illusion vase. He entered the vase into an art center showing and came home with second prize! Here's more on what we all thought- We had activity this past week on our "What's Off" post. @calabrese55 shared his knowledge on some of the various types of acrylic resins along with images of what he discovered about the turning characteristics- Some great information for those who do resin casting/hybrid turning. Also posted was a John Beaver style wave bowl with a recessed wave. Made from spalted sycamore. I was not impressed with the wipe on finish. Multiple applications did not produce a smooth surface. Probably should have saturated with CA or used a non-film finish. New material and comments start here- While not strictly a turning topic, but most turners use "Super Glue" at some time or another. Thanks @kmealy for this link to an informative video on how CA glues work- What’s Coming Up- Last Friday, Cindy Drozda had another Tool Talk. If you missed it, she posted the video on YouTube- For The Newbies- Another tool rest tip from Tim Yoder- Woodworker's Journal no longer publishes the weekly email newsletter but they have made available the articles/projects online. For turning projects, tips and ideas head over to- https://www.woodworkersjournal.com/category/how-to/woodturning/ An essential skill, for any turner, is the ability to turn coves and beads. In this video, Tomislav demonstrates how it's done. Expand Your Horizons- Watch Richard Raffan turn a flat bottomed sewing tray. Flat bottom turnings are deceptive. Looks easy but ain't! Turning Time With Easy Wood Tools- One of the attractive characteristics of carbide tools is the shallow learning curve. First time turners can create items with relative ease. This is especially enjoyable for younger turners who may not have developed all the motor skills necessary to manipulate traditional HSS tools. A short video of a Dad introducing his two children to the joys of turning, using Easy Wood Tools- Kids Learning to Woodturn.mp4 This week's demonstration. If you are in the Oklahoma City Area, check it out! The EWT email newsletter has some great deals and sale savings, but you gotta sign up- https://www.easywoodtools.com/ New Items- Everything Else- From Ron Brown's newsletter Accepting a Commission So, you've decided to take on a commission. Good for you. You've convinced someone that your particular brand of artistry, be it with a brush, a chisel, or a lathe, is precisely what they need to adorn their life. And they, in turn, have decided to trust you with their vision, and perhaps more importantly, their hard-earned cash. It sounds simple, a straightforward exchange of skill for currency. But like most things that appear simple on the surface, this transaction is a good deal more intricate once you start peeling back the layers. When an artist or craftsman agrees to a commission, they're not just agreeing to produce a physical object. They're accepting a responsibility. You're essentially promising to translate an abstract idea – often someone else's abstract idea – into tangible reality. This requires a unique blend of technical prowess, creative interpretation, and, dare I say, a touch of mind-reading. You have to understand not just what they say they want, but what they actually want, often before they fully grasp it themselves. It's about delivering on a promise, not just with your hands, but with your intellect and your integrity. On the other hand, the customer, having placed their trust and finances in your hands, arrives with a set of expectations. These can range from the crystal clear, "I want a cherry wood bowl, 12 inches in diameter, with a fluted rim," to the delightfully vague, "Surprise me, but make it artistic." It's your job to manage these expectations, to clarify ambiguities, and to ensure that what you deliver aligns with what they envision, even if that vision is still a bit hazy around the edges. And this is where the cautions come into play for both parties. For the artist, it's the danger of overpromising and under-delivering. It's the risk of misinterpreting the brief, or worse, not having a clear brief at all. It's the temptation to take on a project that stretches beyond your current capabilities, perhaps out of financial necessity or an inflated sense of self. For the customer, the caution lies in unrealistic expectations, a failure to articulate their desires, or an unwillingness to grant the artist the necessary creative latitude. It's the risk of micromanaging a creative process that thrives on a certain degree of freedom. Then, of course, there are the liabilities and consequences. If you fail to deliver the agreed-upon piece, or if it falls significantly short of the agreed-upon quality, there are repercussions. It's not just a matter of hurt feelings or a tarnished reputation, though those are certainly significant. It can involve financial penalties, the return of deposits, and the kind of negative word-of-mouth that can cripple a burgeoning career. Conversely, suppose the customer repeatedly changes their mind, refuses to provide necessary input, or defaults on payment. In that case, the artist also faces consequences – lost time, wasted materials, and a frustrating experience that sours the well. Ultimately, accepting a commission is an exercise in mutual understanding and trust. It's a professional agreement that, at its best, culminates in a piece of work that satisfies both the creator and the client. But like any worthwhile endeavor, it requires a clear understanding of the responsibilities, an open dialogue about expectations, and a healthy respect for the potential pitfalls. It's a dance, really, and both parties need to know the steps to ensure a graceful and successful performance. Over the years, I have managed to build over 1,000 custom pieces, mostly furniture and cabinets, many of which are made from solid walnut, cherry, and oak. I’ve also been blessed with my share of commercial projects, including period-correct bookcases for one of the halls at the University of Georgia in Athens. One of the food vendors for the Georgia Bulldogs football games contracted me to build rolling food service stations. That one took 40 sheets of plywood and 30 sheets of black plastic laminate. It was an incredible amount of work, and in the end, everyone was pleased. I’ve learned to paper everything in as much detail as possible and have the customer sign it. My delivery dates for completion are always set well beyond when I actually think I can finish. Just saying. . . Commissions are mostly great fun with the occasional trial and tribulation thrown in. If you ever have a request for a commission, I encourage you to consider it seriously. Safe turning
  3. Another thunderstorm about to roll on through! Our Patriot Turners- @FrederickH showed us his red oak burl bowl he has just about finished. Gorgeous color and spectacular character. Checkout Rick's post for more images and his description- What’s Coming Up- Click on the images for links to more information and registration Cindy Drozda will be have her live tool talk on Friday, July 18th, 2pm Eastern (18:00 UTC). The Mid Atlantic Woodturning Symposium announced the addition of Helen Bailey to the demonstrators' lineup. For The Newbies- A short video, from Tim Yoder, on Tool Rest Care A very informative video from Richard Raffan on using the skew chisel. Expand Your Horizons- Wanna turn a bowl but haven't purchased that scroll chuck yet? Ernie Conover has got you covered. This tutorial was published in the Woodworker's Journal. https://www.woodworkersjournal.com/turning-bowl-just-lathe-faceplate/ Turning Time With Easy Wood Tools- We have pretty much covered the individual Easy Wood Tools. Seeing the tools in creative action is a great way to learn how to use them and their capabilities. This video shows the use of EWT tools while finishing an already roughed out bowl- If you are in the Baltimore MD area this coming weekend, stop in at the Woodcraft store and catch this great demo by David Welch! https://www.woodcraft.com/pages/store/baltimore?srsltid=AfmBOor9jiSeqV1Fz_JMQGbEEq8FQjjSktp4fKfeqMwWqFnNf1brKFrl @Jordan Martindale New Turning Items- Ron Brown is working on a new bandsaw circle jig that should be useful if you do "Bowls From A Board" This product should ship on or around August 1, 2025. Check out Ron's website https://www.ronbrownsbest.com/ Everything Else- I've committed (or maybe should be) to doing a demo at the local turning club in early August. I always try to do something a little different than just turn an item. The demos are scheduled for about 1 hour so it is challenging to come up with something unique and doable in the limited time frame. My plan is to show how to do the John Beaver "wave bowls". These bowls take me several days from start to finish. Using several bowls, in various stages of completion, I think I can do an interesting demo; especially since both types of bowls start out with the same operations. I have created 4 Sycamore bowls- 3 as part of the demo and 1 is a finished recessed wave bowl (I have a protruding wave bowl, too). The center bowl is at the point where the decision is made to create the recess or protruding wave. The "wave" isn't glued so folks can see how the pieces are held during turning This bowl will be used to explain how the protruding wave is created This bowl will be used to show how the inside of the bowl is finished. This one is glued together but not finish The finished bowl is on the lathe now and getting a Poly bath. Once it dries, I'll finish off the bottom to reshape the foot to get rid of the dovetail recess. Safe turning
  4. Just a little over a week left to reach our goal of $1800. If you haven't gotten your raffle tickets- DON'T DELAY! Our Patriot Turners- @FrederickH salvaged an oak burl and wondered whether we thought it was worth turning. You can probably guess we were 100% in favorite of doing it!! Check out more images and our members comments here What’s Coming Up- Last Friday (June 20) Cindy Drozda's Tool Talk was about cutting threads. She used a dedicated jig for her demonstration. If you missed it, she made it available on YouTube- Click the image for more information and registration For The Newbies- If you are getting ready to turn that first bowl but need some advice on mounting the blank, Mike Peace has some ideas- Sam Angelo follows up with more ways to mount turnings on the lathe- Woodcraft has a great page on their site for turning lessons. If you need ideas on awesome projects, check it out! Click the below image!! Expand Your Horizons- On your tool rack , there's the spindle gouge, the bowl gouge and the parting tool. But, what about that skew chisel gathering dust. Richard Raffan and Tomislav Tomasic have some tips, techniques and ideas for improving our skew skills! Speaking of Richard Raffan, he was recently given the 2025 Honorary Lifetime Award by the AAW- Turning Time With Easy Wood Tools- If you are in the Leesburg, VA are on Saturday, June 28, stop by the Woodcraft store and check out the Easy Wood Tools demo- https://www.woodcraft.com/pages/store/northern-virginia?srsltid=AfmBOooX-T5uZvqRSaE53QE8POZK3Az_uUkkKI4F6AiBz28zxtHegHai Another EWT shared video showing how easily a bottle stopper can be made- AQMKdmjEumcWBsnzATzgqKdhM_B42S3eIyZZnqgeYCBchGv6K1yRedL_mLQVDjURiFkIQvYOXHI2FkUFbc40B6C7.mp4 @Jordan Martindale New Turning Items- Tim Yoder recently reviewed a new CBN wheel for his grinder. Woodcraft has a sale on turning kits and supplies! Click on the image for the link to all the goodies! Highland Woodworking has the Woodslicer Bandsaw Blades on sale-. Click on the image for the link Everything Else- @Gerald asked for some images of the John Beaver wave bowls I am preparing for a demo I am doing in August. This will be a club demo for the local Cumberland Valley Woodturners. These are just some images of the bowls in various stages of development that I will use to show how they are made. The actual production of a bowl, from start to finish takes several days to allow for glue drying, coloring, sanding and finishing. The bowls are roughed out but left a bit thick so that there will be enough "meat" for gluing later in the process Special supports are made to custom fit inside the bowl to provide a way of holding it together while turning operations are done later. The supports are hot melt glued in place. John Beaver uses MDF but I didn't have any. The supports are drilled to accept dowels to maintain alignment. One of the supports is labeled to keep things aligned. The blank is moved to the bandsaw and a wave is cut in two steps. Dowels are inserted and a pressure block added to the tail stock to make sure everything stays in place and aligned. At his point, the bowl could be made with a wave that stands proud of the surface or recessed below the surface. Recessed wave waiting for the squeeze out to gel. The inside of the bowl will have the supports removed and then turned to the final thickness. The extra "meat" in the wall thickness makes sure there is enough surface for a good glue bond when turning the inside to a respectable wall thickness. Safe turning
  5. I hope all of our members, in southern California, are safe from the fires. Though not a member here and I do not personally know Mr. John Beaver. He's the gentleman who makes and demonstrates the "wave bowls". I saw, on social media, that his home and shop were both destroyed over night. He said he and his family are safe but everything was lost. Our Patriot Turners- @Fred W. Hargis Jr posted a question about what might have caused his newly turned bowl to develop cracks. Fred received lots of input and some great tips on turning green wood. Please see his post and add your comments, ideas and tips to what has been posted- Fred is also looking for an alternate source for machined washers. Several of his go-to vendors are backordered. Check this post and see if you might be able to offer a supplier- @RustyFN has entered a new chapter in his woodturning adventures! He is teaching courses at his local Woodcraft. In this post, Rusty, describes his first experience: Our post for ON/OFF your lathe has had additions and comments. From "ON": @Gerald- Catch up from last week starting here- And from "OFF": @Gordon New entries from this past week start here- What’s Coming Up- Click on the images for links to more information and registrations. Cindy Drozda has an IRD coming up on January 11, 2025. If you missed Cindy's Tool Talk last week, She has made it available on YouTube- For The Newbies- Kent Weakley gives us an in-depth look at the care and feeding of the lathe tool rest. Tim Yoder provides a short tour of the inside of the lathe headstock- Expand Your Horizons- I don't always put a gloss finish on my turnings. But, as @HandyDan pointed out, the gloss finishes seem to get more attention. These two videos demonstrate how to get that high gloss finish using "Spar Varnish". This one is from Sam Angelo using the technique from Stephen Sinner I've made "cabriole legs" but there is little or no turning in the process. There is a style of leg called "Sheraton" leg which does utilize the lathe for most of the process. From Fine Working, a video series on making this leg style. https://www.finewoodworking.com/videoworkshop/2012/08/how-to-carve-a-sheraton-style-leg New Turning Items- Everything Else- Tim Yoder is once again answering your turning questions with the return of "Your Turn"! This should be very informative and a lot of fun Safe turning
  6. May is quickly coming to a close. I think about my teaching friends and how busy they are at this time of the year. Our Patriot Turners- @HARO50 gave us a look at a display he saw at a gift shop. Lots of interesting turnings, including some turned, wooden hats! Check out John's post for more images and our turner's comments- Again, I'd like to extend my personal thanks to all of our members who take the time to post their works in progress and those that have been finished. You all keep our "What's ON/OFF Your Lathe" topics humming along! This past week's projects are awesome! From "ON"- @calabrese55, @Gerald, @Fred W. Hargis Jr and @kreisdorph gave us a look at what they are making- Check all their images and comments beginning here- From "OFF"- @kreisdorph finished up a couple of beautiful natural edge bowls- The new projects and comments start here- What’s Coming Up- For registration- https://www.cindydrozda.com/ https://mawts.com/ For The Newbies- Turning away end grain can be challenging. Richard Raffan demonstrated how it can be done while avoiding chip/tear out. Richard Raffan shows how to shorten or turn away endgrain without splintering the internal grain..mp4 Expand Your Horizons- I have recently been looking at John Beaver's work and considering attempting one of his wave bowls. (His bowl, not mine!) https://www.johnbeaver.net/wave-bowls I'm not sure if I'm more intrigued by the actual bowl or the elaborate processes involved. Anyway, Alan Stratton just posted a video on creating a multipurpose jig that used Mr. Beaver's process as part of the inspiration for the new jig. Hmmmmm.... Talk about "pucker factor"!! Melted Burl Platter.mp4 New Turning Items- Our very generous site sponsor, Woodcraft, has a sale on turning tools/products! Rikon Lathes Easy Wood Tools Ron Brown has a new gauge for measuring the thickness of a bowl bottom. Looks well made and universal for all lathes and chuck/jaws. https://longworthchuck.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=75 Woodturners Wonders has added the "Hold Fast" product line to their inventory. https://woodturnerswonders.com/collections/hold-fast?_kx=gV5SF2As_3IwtBi5TrpHVQGZ2p91Dzyb6Hq8u86HRP26F2J3AVp8xSSqd_hTF8cT.VJvU8R Everything Else- Safe turning
  7. Welcome to 2024! Our Patriot Turners- We've had some activity on our continuing thread of "What's On Your Lathe"- @forty_caliber is whittling away at his stash of pecan. In his post, he tells us a little more about the source of the wood- What’s Coming Up- Click on the images for links to more information and registration- Cindy Drozda's Live Tool Talk covering the the Arc and Sweep tools as negative rake scrapers that refine and smooth the surface to eliminate a lot of sanding. The Southwest Wood Art Expo- For The Newbies- Lyle Jamieson has a short video explaining reverse chucking methods- Lyle also has a nice little video explaining the importance of the tool rest height- Ever wonder why some lathe tools have really long handles? Tim Yoder can help, with that! Expand Your Horizons- It's just past the first of the month and the "4 Ways" videos have been posted. Not sure if these will continue but I find it interesting to see the different ways a single concept can be approached. Tomislav Tomasic- Mike Peace- Richard Raffan- Sam Angelo- I was looking at some of the social media sites for woodturners. Just trying to get ideas for something different to try. There was an interesting twist on a bowl posted and there were questions about how it was created. Following several links, I finally found this video by the fellow who has made "Wave Bowls" his passion. You all know my passion for jigs so this might just be my next attempt! The video is long but very detailed so every step is explained- New Turning Items- A couple of new things. From Craft Supplies USA, some new finishing/polishing products mainly focused at acrylics- From Woodturners Wonders, new sharpening products that mimic the actions of the Tormek system but work with the Wolverine system. https://woodturnerswonders.com/collections/tormek-style-wheels-and-accessories Everything Else- Things have been busy over the holidays, got to the lathe the other afternoon and roughed out 3 small sycamore bowls. The oak platters have just about finished losing weight in the drying box. One of them will probably not see the lathe. A bark inclusion was worse than I thought and opened up. Might be able to use a couple of dutchmen to keep it together, or maybe some epoxy? After roughing the sycamore, those bowls went into the soap/water soak for 3 days. Pulled them out today, weighed them and placed them in the drying box. What they look like straight out of the soak, pretty gnarly- Rinsed off and in the drying box- Not sure how long it will take to reach equilibrium. These are pretty small 5-6" diameter. Probably one to two weeks. Safe turning
  8. I hope this week finds everyone safe and doing well. Our Patriot Turners- @Ron Altier can turn the smallest piece of scrap into a thing of beauty. Check out Ron's post for his latest creation and some images from our other members- @RustyFNAsked our members about a moisture meter for bowl turning. Several posted their comments and some suggestions. Also, Check out Rusty's new avatar!!! @AndrewB's topic, last week on HSS gouges, continues to gather input and suggestions. This link picks up where we left off- Andrew purchased a Sorby roughing gouge and gave us a look at what it can do- Check out his post for more of his review- While Andrew was at it, he created a turning blank from some 2 x 4 material. All didn't go as planned. In his post this shows us the results. Our members provided their suggestions and thoughts as to what might have happened- What’s Coming Up- Several virtual events coming down the pike- The AAW presents John Beaver Wave Bowls on February 27. Click on the above image for registration. Women in Turning is presenting Sally Burnett on February 20. Click on the above image for the link to registration. Cindy Drozda is hosting a Twisted Box turning session Click on the above image for the link to Cindy's registration page. Highland Woodworking posted a video interview with John Lucas and additional information- For The Newbies- Lee Valley Tools posted a nice video on turning a bowl. It's not a step by step tutorial but it does illustrate some of the techniques being discussed in @AndrewB's HSS tools topic. Mike Peace Woodturning has a very informative video on finishing the finish on a turning. Mike shows us all about buffing out a finish using the Beal Buffing System- Expand Your Horizons- If your eyesight can handle it, here's a multi-part video series on making basket weave illusion articles. None of the videos are very long but each describes a step in the process. Do you make wooden kitchen items? This site has interesting information on the care of those pieces- https://www.jackofallgrains.com/aftercare New Turning Items- Not new items but a new temporary price decrease on some of those fantastic Easy Wood Tools- Thanks @Jim from Easy Wood Tools! Check out the Turners Warehouse https://www.turnerswarehouse.com/?fbclid=IwAR03RTwRfgfdKY7oryFIrvdhzOIYvrMdW3b6ctCSyfR1JiGHMdidfXx37qs ONE WEEK ONLY! Everything Else- Rick Turns YouTube video list from last week- Been playing with a piece of cherry from the summer. Rough turned, soaked in soap/water, stored in bag of shavings. Things were going pretty good, in spite of a couple of loose knots and a little tear out. Then I got to the bottom. The through knot splintered and there was a very punky area from a rotting limb. Filled the voids with sanding dust and fine shavings. Used Medium Thick StarBond CA. Still setting up. Probably use sanding to bring everything flat. I'm afraid tools may chip out the filler. Safe turning and stay well
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