hollowform question

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Sean Troy

>Nope, no reason at all.

yeah, 1/2" is harder!

steve antonucci

>The bigger the hole in a hollow form, the easier it is to turn the inside out, clear chips and measure.

Odds are if you start at 1/2", you'll finish at 1" or greater until you've mastered the tool. One catch redesign.

Steve

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Wally Dickerman in Arizona

>Ken, the only important thing is that you drill a hole. The hole is an aid in hollowing and serves as a depth gauge. When you get to the bottom of the hole when turning....stop! I use a hand held 3/8-inch drill myself.

Wally

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Paul Porter in Phoenix, AZ

>I use a 1 inch Forstner (sp) bit to start most of my hollow forms.

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ken chase

>Thanks. What does the (sp)stand for?

A friend suggested an electricians self feeding bit with the screw ground away. Any thoughts?

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Carole in VA

>"sp" means he is questioning his spelling.

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Carole in VA

>Just remember, Ken that many Forstner bits and other bits have a long center spur! I filed down the one I use to just a tiny nib.

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ken chase

>Thanks Much:

I think I'll give that a try. I started a hollowform this morning and about ready to drill the hole.