RINGS

[sawman101]

Has anyone made any rings using the Woodcraft rings?
WoodRiver - Comfort Ring Core - 64AL-4V Titanium - 6mm, Size 11
How about this type of tool for use on the drill press?

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They also have the cutters for bangles or bracelets.
I have so many cutoff pieces, and I sure hate to burn the exotic stuff. Thank you for any input.

 

[Dee2]

I've made a few rings but not with that setup. For an alternative, checkout CraftSupplisesUSA

 

[sawman101]

Thanks Gene! The rest of the day is shot--all the great videos on their website need to bee watched now! The alternatives offered here are definitely m ore affordable, and I have the materials to give it a go.

 

[Dee2]

I've got one of the Craft Supplies ring arbors. It is not perfectly straight; annoying but still useable. Have't tried the titanium cores; too pricey for me.
One thing I've learned is that CA glue is not durable for everyday ring wear.

 

[Oka]

Bruce, I made rings in the past not with this, but it is not real hard. The main issue with working with any small piece of wood is how to hold it. I made an over size hole to be able to hold it with downward pressure. But, back then I was primitive in my methods. Today I would think double face tape would work.

 

[Bear Republic]

@Dee2 CA glue, is that with several coats? Or just a coat or two?

 

[Dee2]

Steve, Probably several coats-haven't made any in several months. Made wenge rings for family members. Daughter was wearing hers everyday and the CA glue just wore away. Same thing on my first ring as a daily user (forgot the wood type).

FWIW, I use several layers of CA, sand smooth to 24000, apply automotive swirl remover, then automotive carnauba wax. Use the same process for pens.

 

[tri4sale]

How about this type of tool for use on the drill press?

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I've been eying that but off Amazon, but they all seemed to have bad reviews. cheap enough to order and try it out.