Thread: brush handle

so i have a few silver tip knots and need to make some handles the only thing i need is some wood. i want to go with some kind of exotic wood does anyone know where i can order some in small quantities? i only need enough for a couple of handles, thanks

-dan-

a place called woodcraft would be one

Turning stock tends to run in a regular lengths. 6, 12 and 24 inch at 1, 1.5, 2, 3 inch square. 1.5 and 2 inch by 12 will get you around 4 handles depending on how much waste you factor in and how long you like the handle. Woodcraft and Rockler are the two most common suppliers.

For stabilized wood with a very nice grain try

Knife Making Supplies

Wood Stabilizing Specialists, Int'l., LLC | Clear processed & stabilized woods

If you are going to use wood, make sure you can finish it well, or you'll want stabilized wood.

I think you can find some really good exotics on ebay in small quantities, and usually for very little money. Check to make sure the wood is dry or stabilized though

thanks guys, i ended up going with some east indian rose wood, now when i get home in about a week it should be waiting there with my lathe and i will finally have a handle to go with the brush knots that i have been using with no handle lol

-dan-

good luck, keep us posted

Gotta throw a wet towel, tho. The dust from rosewood is NOT good for you. Be sure and at least wear a mask when turning and especially sanding it! That said, I love the stuff! Dream to work, and beeyoutifull to behold.

Originally Posted by mikeyr

Gotta throw a wet towel, tho. The dust from rosewood is NOT good for you. Be sure and at least wear a mask when turning and especially sanding it! That said, I love the stuff! Dream to work, and beeyoutifull to behold.

The Wood-Database has a great chart on wood allergies and toxicity. A similar chart, if not the same one, is in the Wiki.