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12-11-2015, 11:29 PM #21Senior Member
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Wow! that is nice.Very creative and the blade shape and design matches perfectly. i would say you used the best tools for the job. burl could be a real challenge with chisels.
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12-12-2015, 03:00 AM #22Senior Member
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Thanks guys, Im a bit overwhelmed at how well received this project was. Thank you for the votes of encouragement.
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12-12-2015, 05:27 AM #23Senior Member
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GREAT JOB on the whale.
Looks great without the extra details, makes it looks like an antique of aboriginal art.
I like it!AlanQ likes this.Is it over there or over yonder?
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12-12-2015, 01:27 PM #24Senior Member
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That's what I thought as well
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12-13-2015, 08:10 PM #25Senior Member
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Very creative. Buckeye burl was a beautiful choice.
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12-31-2015, 12:32 PM #26Senior Member
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Update on the whale:
After looking at the whale in its natural environment, I decided to put a high gloss finish on it. The matte finish wasn't fitting in. I also found the black felt and have it all snugged in place now. So here it is all finished and in its new home.
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12-31-2015, 12:38 PM #27Senior Member
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After looking at the before and after I agree with the finish, looks even better. Great job!
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12-31-2015, 02:27 PM #28Historically Inquisitive
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Very nice! the high gloss finish makes it look like stone. Well done! Enjoy!
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12-31-2015, 07:02 PM #29Senior Member
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Thats exactly what the wife said to me. I put 6 coats on it. Sanding it smooth between each layer. Originally Posted by Martin103
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01-01-2016, 01:08 AM #30Senior Member
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That's pretty awesome. One question, you have any concerns about the felt holding on to room moisture against the steel?
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