[rdemler]

This is my first attempt at turning a walnut cane shaft. I left a 3/4 in dia.tenon on top because I don't have a handle in mind yet.

 

[gdenby]

Looks beautiful. Very nice rhythm in the contour. And on walnut, can't miss.

 

[Sean]

Looks good. A lathe is a nice piece of equipment to have.

 

[CV3]

Nicely done. Look forward to the handle you chose for it.

 

[Gloops]

This is my first attempt at turning a walnut cane shaft. I left a 3/4 in dia.tenon on top because I don't have a handle in mind yet.

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Nic material will look good when finished.

 

[norson]

VERY nice - what's the finish on the walnut???

-neb

 

[MJC4]

Sweet looking piece! Looking forward to a pic of the finished product.

 

[rdemler]

the finish is high gloss acrylic..I'm thinking brass or chrome,gonna give it some more thought..

 

[gdenby]

Brass seems better to me. The walnut color seems mostly in the warm range. So brass would go along, but still be visually outstanding. Chrome seems sort of cold.

 

[cobalt]

I think chrome it will provide a better contrast , or mayby push the boat out and go for silver.. Mind you my budget wouldnt go for it

Whateveryou choose it will work the shank will look good .

 

[rdemler]

Well,I have made a decision on the handle..It's going to be a continuation of walnut.The shaft was kinda short so I thought an extension was in order..Here's a couple pics of how I did it so far..Will turn tomorrow and I'm leaning towards turquoise inlays in the handle for highlights..

 

[rdemler]

Ok,here's the finished cane with handle.Opinions are welcomed good or bad...

 

[cobalt]

I can see you have put a good deal of time and effort into the stick and have your own individual style .Its something i havnt seen before well done.

 

[rdemler]

Thank you,I'm learning.Slow but sure..

 

[MJC4]

Great looking piece!! :thumbsu: :thumbsu: