End grain bowl advice

[Johnny4 32]

Hey ladies and gents,

Are there any particular rules of the road I should be aware of before tackling end grain bowls? I did some urban logging, and the growth rings on this cherry need to be seen! I just wanted to check with the pros before I fire it up.

thanks,

J4

[Bombarde16 434]

By "end grain bowl" do you mean a hollowed spindle turning (i.e. a pencil holder, goblet, or tall vase) or a face plate turning (i.e. a bowl or platter)?  Is the end grain facing down the length of the lathe or at 90 degrees to the bed?

[Johnny4 32]

Bowl turning, so 90 to the bed

[Mark J 534]

End grain offers more resistance to the tool and the surface will be rougher than the the long grain surfaces, but the difference is not that dramatic.  Just give it a spin and expect to do some sanding.

 

[SirNot 69]

And give your tools a touch-up on the grinder before starting, possibly while turning as well.  

[Johnny4 32]

Thanks for the info. I will give it a shot this weekend!