Woodturning: A Foundation Course (New Edition) - Softcover

Rowley, Keith

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9781861081148: Woodturning: A Foundation Course (New Edition)
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ISBN 10: 1861081146 ISBN 13: 9781861081148
Publisher: GMC Publications, 1999

Synopsis

Here's a complete course in the basic and correct techniques for mastering the lathe. Learn to create beautifully shaped newels, balusters, and chair and table legs by using gouges and chisels on a lathe. Each chapter takes on an essential aspect of woodturning--from types of lathes and accessories to sharpening, from turning between centers to faceplate turning, from copy turning to boring and routing. Special feature: Every chapter ends with a checklist summary to help you review what you've learned quickly and easily. Internationally recognized as the definitive introduction to woodturning, this new edition is accompanied by a comprehensive DVD.  An ideal gift for a woodworking friend - or for yourself!

Projects include: goblet, apple and pear, your first bowl, platter, bar stool, staircase balausters, plinth, inlaid nut bowl, twig pot, pepper mill, table lamp and twist pen.

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About the Author

A time-served joiner and turner, Keith Rowley took up woodturning full-time after retiring from the police force.

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Publisher
GMC Publications
Publication date
1999
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1861081146
ISBN 13 
9781861081148
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
192
Rating
  • 4.29 out of 5 stars
    62 ratings by Goodreads

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