Rolling pin

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Larry Hancock; Ardmore, OK

>These are the parts that make up the rolling pin. No fancy beads or coves to get dough stuck in, just a simple smooth shape on the handles. I melt parafin wax in the shaft section the handles turn on and the end grain areas of the handles and barrel.

Larry

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jim reasoner

>Very nice, Larry. Many years ago I turned several rolling pins. My wife still uses hers. I got away from them because it seemed no one uses them anymore, but they are fun to make. I even laminated three pieces of contrasting wood on a couple. Works fine but you don't want the glue line to close to the side. I rubbed mineral oil into mine.I may just have to try a few again. Enjoyed your shots.

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George Van

>Thanks for the post Larry and keep them coming.

Being a retired baker from a family of bakers from 1600, I really appreciated seeing the pin while drinking coffee this morning. I like the contrasting handles and the pins with tenons for the free spinning handles. In fact I think I will turn a simple rolling pin from a chunk of maple that�s laying under the lathe this morning. I�m sure mine wont be as nice as your but it will be a practice trying to turn a straight edge. I should be good at the edge as I seem to turn many on my bowls without trying!

George

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Brian Roberts

>Very nice Larry! Clean work and good design. Are the pegs pressed into the roll or glued in?

Brian

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Lester Gillett

>Good to see you back here and that you are

turning. How is the wife ? This is Lester

in Independence. Hope to git down your way

this year to see you.

Lester

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Russ Fairfield

>Good to see you back here again, Larry. We have missed your wisdom and instruction.

This old Message Board has seen a lot of changes since you were here last.

Brian

Larry Hancock; Ardmore, OK

>Brian,

The shaft pieces for the handles are glued in with Titebond 2 water resistant yellow glue. All the pieces that can rub together are coated with parafin wax so glue won't stick to them. I don't use much glue because the fit is tight. I have just enough end play in the handle to slide a folded paper towel edge between the barrel and handle to wipe any excess glue out before it dries.

Larry

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Brian Roberts

>Thanks Larry - I have a piece of wood, given to me years ago by a wood dealer, called "Gau tambu" (I am guessing at the spelling, but he pronounced it like "gow tamboo". He said it was given to him by his supplier, who said it was used to make rolling pins because of it's naturally "waxy" texture, light color and closed grain. Don't know any more about it.

I have taken it out and fondled it (I'm sure many can relate to "wood lust") many times over the years, thought about a way to put handles on it (using bearings in some way), and put it back on the shelf.

I think it's time to make it round. Thanks for reminding me that sometimes simple is better!

(Note to self - KISS! (keep it simple stupid))

Brian

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RonZ

>Very nice Larry. I especially like the purpleheart maple combo.

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David Eaves

>Hi Larry,

Thanks for showing us this rolling pin. I really like the simple design and the contrasting woods. I suspect any cook would be proud to have a pin like that in their kitchen, it really does look good.

David

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John Veerkamp

>Good to hear from you again Larry. Nice work as always. I too tend to like utilitarian items.

John

Welcome back Larry!!

Dave Peebles Lyons, Ohio!

>Hi Larry,

It is good to see you posting again. That is a beautiful and useful piece of work. I also love the contrast between the two woods.

I hope all is well, and look forward to more postings.

Best wishes,

Dave

Thanks for looking everyone

Larry Hancock; Ardmore, OK

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