Ok KK, the leaver is almost 75% done...
Have included the usual metal cap that you have become fond of...
so, where to from here...
A: Would like to get access to that other one to check out the recess.
B: Would like to get hold of a steam handle
Some time next week as this week and weekend will be very busy...
So work to date and due:
1: 1 x Naked PF
2: 1 x Lever handle
3: 2 x Steam handles
4: 2 x PF Handles
Now the while D has provided teh timber and it will never ever be had again, there is a major amount of work in this and each steam handle is like doing a Tamp Handle. Let alone all teh hand polishing and waxing and polishing etx..
Fr those that do not play with timber... A quick coat of lacquer may be simple but it does not always suit or work out that nice. 4 or 5 coats and lots of rubbing back can work well.. 10 coats even better, French polish is often many many more coats and a good clean and dry area is a must for all methods...
I use an oil and wax method and it still takes me 5 to 10 coats and drying time in between etc... as well as polishing on the lathe at speed with a quality cloth to bring the shine up...
So at the end of the day, the odd handle may look OK but be aware in many cases a good few hrs spent on each item...
