[crw-talk] Lyle Jamieson demo- hollowing

[Bob R]

Hello fellow turners. The Sat club's IRD was truly a wonderful opportunity.
To be honest, I thought the topic was going to be deep hollowing, which it wasn't, so was planning only watch a wee bit. However, while his technique is applied to his shallow hollow form as well as a deeper form, it is universal. I watched with enthusiasm till the very end.

I was impressed with Lyle's skill in turning, use  of tools & video-sound as well a patient teacher. He was very deliberate in all stages of the process, from planning the project  to turning. He answered questions posed. Lyle did not rush any part of the demo. IMHO, he is truly a skilled performer.
I've participated in numerous IRD's, mostly thru the AAW, Lyle's right up there with best. The IRD, if done properly with the appropriate technology is as good or possibly better than bringing someone to the clubhouse. And, ya can stay in your jammies if desired!
As with most performers, they tout the stuff they sell and he was no different. I do appreciate his advice on equipment simplicity. His use of a laser for hollowing appeared to be straight forward & simple, without the use of a computer, monitor, etc.
That has some appeal to me.  Check out his website for info.  Lyle's stressing the use of faceplate  for safety & simplicity struck a note for me. His demo using it made it look so easy and using it would reduce costs, especially for a new turner starting out. Will I give up using my multiple 4 jaw chucks? Prob not! But, I will try to be more judicious in their  use. I've had the experience of most; that flying projectile coming hell-bent for me outta that chuck, seemingly without warning!  Yup, after you've changed underwear,  then analyze the event, you can usually see the cause(s).

Member  participation was extremely small, 20-22? I'm sure the  Jamieson demo was not of low cost. So, it is too bad we didn't have better turnout. I appreciate that John Griffiths & Jim Bloomer did a good job in promoting this jewel.
Maybe we as membership can be more proactive in promoting upcoming IRD's within ourselves to take advantage of these opportunities. I think a Mike Peace IRD is coming this spring/summer. If ya don't know bout his work, check his YouTube site, Mike Peace Woodturning to whet your appetite.

As usual from me,  enough already!

Keep turning my friends & Be Well!
Bob Raasch

Bob R, Sent from my Phone
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