Thread: gun stock cut scales??

Originally Posted by straightrobert

I guess my question is answered in that you have to hand sand to get the rounded feel to the scales. I just don't understand how you can get both sides of the scales to be evenly rounded. My wood working experience is extremely limited though, so that may be the reason for my not understanding.

Glen, I saw a photo essay you did on where you made some scales from spalted apple. At one point you had the scales glued together...I assume to keep them cut the same shape. Would you sand to get the rounded feel while they are still glue together?

thanks to all,
robert

Yes exactly!!!! I would, then the next thing to do would be to thin them up after I popped them apart, sanding from the insides, and then lastly to fit a wedge...

I had just explained this whole thing last week too, on one of the other forums...