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| ©2016 Barry Smith - Band saw blade and timber in late afternoon sun. |
In the wood stash over at the shed we have had about 8 short lengths (200-250mm) of River Oak (also known as Hairy Oak because of its stringy bark) that someone gave us when they were moving about 6 years ago. It has just sat there waiting for me to saw it into useful shapes. I need some blocks for Artisan Lamps so I thought it was about time to wheel the bandsaw out and at least saw some of the blocks.
When I first started the task (Tuesday) I found the band saw drive belt had perished and simply snapped. I ordered a new belts and a couple of new blades - these arrived on Friday.
So today I managed to do the running repairs and saw four of the 8 lengths. One has to admire the detail of the grain of this timber. So I now have pieces ready for lamps - will of course cut up more over the next couple of weeks.
The ripping part
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And the blocks oiled to preserve them
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Bark and timber offcuts for orchids
While I was at it I decided that I would cut some thinner pieces for small cheese boards - I'll see how they work out. If these turn out OK I will make more functional boards.
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| ©2016 Barry Smith - Ready for sanding and then the table |
It was good to reacquaint myself with the band saw - a useful piece of equipment I bought second hand some 5-6 years ago. Good to be able to produce my own timber from gifted and salvaged timber.
These are beautiful. Lovely wood, lovely colours.
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Gorgeous patterns in that wood.
ReplyDeleteNo end to your talents. That wood is beautiful, so many lovely patterns.
ReplyDeleteWhat absolutely stunning timber! I think the shop needs some cheese boards...
ReplyDeleteS, JM, P & C - sorry it has been a while before I got around to thanking you for your visit and comments. All - the colours and patterns revealed were a surprise to me; and of course different cuts reveal different patterns. C - strangely enough we had visitors for a meeting and another lot for dinner - gifts of small cheese boards did take place - maybe more when I do the next cut? Go well. B
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