Woodturners of South West Florida
Highlights of John Jordan Demo
5/8/04

 
John Jordan turning natural top bowl
John Jordan explained lots of details regarding green wood and dry wood bowlturning during his 2-day seminar.


John's turning & laptop presentation 
Some of John's vessels, along side his laptop presentation.
Day 1 focused on turning, Day 2 on embellishing.


discussion of flutes on gouges
John discussed the various flutes on gouges available,
and his recommendations of the best type of flute
& grind for particular uses.


angle of grind
John also illustrated the angle of grind for gouges,
how best to sharpen, and why different grinds work for different applications and wood.

John's sheer scraper
John's handmade sheer scraper - the opposite end has an opposing angle for scraping in either direction!
Ernie's fabulos shop area
Ernie Cassady's shop area was fabulous for these demos.
Thanks from a grateful crowd, Ernie!

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