This is the first time I've ever turned a burl, so thought I'd start smallish and not too thin. The form is 5" tall, dry sanded to 600, BLO sanded with 600, hand rubbed shellac then hand sanded to 8000 MM. The base I took my inspiration from some tobacco pipe makers who rusticate their pipes, but leave a smooth area for their signature. As an aside, make sure, if you want to use medium CA for it's slower drying time, that you actually grab medium and not thin. Makes a huge difference. Comments and criticism appreciated.
