Saw file handle

[Scott H]

I am new to turning but I made this handle for ~6" saw files out of maple and brass tube stock, as a gift for a friend. This is the 3rd actual finished piece I have turned (first two were similar handles, but in white pine.)

Brass ferrule was also polished using a wood mandrel made and used on the lathe. Finish is friction polish made of shellac/DNA/BLO.

I still have a lot to learn, particularly about actually nailing a particular shape intentionally, but it's been a fun process so far.

 

[bob vaughan]

Nicely done. It looks to be both a pleasing shape and a functional one.

 

[Graywolf]

Yep it looks inviting to use. Thanks for sharing

 

[gamiller3rd]

Well done

 

[Guiding Hand]

Enjoy the journey!

 

[zargon]

I am new to turning but I made this handle for ~6" saw files out of maple and brass tube stock, as a gift for a friend. This is the 3rd actual finished piece I have turned (first two were similar handles, but in white pine.)

Brass ferrule was also polished using a wood mandrel made and used on the lathe. Finish is friction polish made of shellac/DNA/BLO.

I still have a lot to learn, particularly about actually nailing a particular shape intentionally, but it's been a fun process so far.

Yes, that’s one sweet looking file handle. I would be proud to use one of those with my file(s).
Really nice job! Congrats

 

[Barry Russell]

Good form

 

[Scott H]

Thank you for the all the kind words on my admittedly very early turning everyone. This is one of the many reasons I like this site.

 

[petebucy4638]

I am new to turning but I made this handle for ~6" saw files out of maple and brass tube stock, as a gift for a friend. This is the 3rd actual finished piece I have turned (first two were similar handles, but in white pine.)

Brass ferrule was also polished using a wood mandrel made and used on the lathe. Finish is friction polish made of shellac/DNA/BLO.

I still have a lot to learn, particularly about actually nailing a particular shape intentionally, but it's been a fun process so far.

Making tool handles is one of my favorite things to do with a lathe. Very nicely done.

 

[Gofor]

Beautiful work. Sure beats my "sawed off broom handle" ones!!

 

[MEdwards]

Very nice. I may try that for some of my files.