So, to continue this thread:
I've been practicing all sorts of cuts with the skew (and watched Allen Batty and John Lucas' videos as well as Dave's).
I find that I have lots of catches and this is especially so when trying to turn beads and when beginning a cut at the end of a spindle. Well duh, just poking a sharp tool into what is essentially the corner of a spindle blank produces some spectacular catches
A couple of questions that come to my mind, and I'd certainly welcome any other insights that would help.
So how does one present a skew to begin a peeling cut that is essentially running parallel to the axis of the turning? For me, I decided this was a great opportunity to practice left-handed turning but would like to develop a much lighter and more sure touch.
Also, when trying to make a V-cut, the tool wants to skate across the surface. It doesn't matter which point I"m using.
And finally, should a flat grind the skew? It's coming off of an 8" CBN wheel with a bit of a hollow grind, which I hone. But should it be a flat grind for better control or is it the user here and not the grind?