I purchased a couple of deluxe peppermill mechanisms, and the instructions state that a 1-1/16" hole be drilled through the blank for the peppercorns and mechanism.
I have 2 sets of forstner bits, but neither have this size, the closest being 1" or 1-1/8". Is the 1-1/16" size critical to the mechanism operating correctly?
Also, I went to the hardware store this morning to look for this size, but they only had the same sizes I already have. Is this some special thing to make us purchase some unique tool? I have never turned a peppermill before, so this particular project makes me a newbie at this one.
Maybe some of you that are experienced with peppermills could lend a helping hand of advise to a fellow turner. I wanted to make a couple of gifts.
Is a bit extender needed also? one other question [well. 2], is a finish needed inside the hole that is bored in order to keep moisture out? If so, what is best to use for the inside finish of a peppermill?
I have 2 sets of forstner bits, but neither have this size, the closest being 1" or 1-1/8". Is the 1-1/16" size critical to the mechanism operating correctly?
Also, I went to the hardware store this morning to look for this size, but they only had the same sizes I already have. Is this some special thing to make us purchase some unique tool? I have never turned a peppermill before, so this particular project makes me a newbie at this one.
Maybe some of you that are experienced with peppermills could lend a helping hand of advise to a fellow turner. I wanted to make a couple of gifts.
Is a bit extender needed also? one other question [well. 2], is a finish needed inside the hole that is bored in order to keep moisture out? If so, what is best to use for the inside finish of a peppermill?
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