1674 Maple Burl

@Glenn Lefley .....not yet, Glenn. Might take awhile, but you just never know. That Australian white top burl bowl sold in only a few days, which surprised me. I've had other bowls that sold in only a few days, while others that have been for sale for several years that I thought would sell quick. Second guessing our customer base is about as reliable as asking a fortune teller! -----odie-----

@odie you got that right! I really love that bowl!

Do you find danish oil the best finish you hAve used for everyday bowls. And do you beall buff with all three wheels after it is dry. And how many coats do you put on. And lastly how long do you let you’re bowls dry before you buff?

I struggle with finding the best finish for each type of woodturning.

@Glenn Lefley ......Hi Glenn again.....There are other finishes that are more durable, but Danish Oil+Beall is very easy, looks good......not a high degree of shine. Bowls that are Beall buffed, need the carnauba wheel once or twice a year to maintain that satin shine that looks so good. Some may prefer a more shiny shine, but it's my opinion that the low luster of the DO looks more "traditional", and I prefer that. I use one coat, and apply very liberally until the surface doesn't absorb any more.....then wipe away the excess. I keep extending the time between the time the DO is applied. First it was six bowls in progress, then eight......and now it's ten bowls in progress before I buff and wax. This allows about a month's time between when the DO is applied, and the buffing process begins. Summer months, probably don't need this.....but, I've decided that winter months do......so, I just to keep things the same year around for simplicity sake. I use the Beall buff for all decor bowls, and do not for food safe bowls. Food safe bowls use the DO, and is food safe after cure......then a lemon oil wax is applied by hand. Yes, when I Beall buff, all three wheels are used. -----odie-----

@odie thanks again. I love the look of your bowls, not a fan of high lustre things. With the odd exception. Some of curtis fullers stuff looks awesome with high gloss.

I tried the danish oil once and thought it took forever to dry, know I know it does. Will be patient next time and just put away for a month.

Thanks.