permanently attached handle on baluster cane

[Randy]

Today I permanently attached the handle today. I use a pipe clamp. and a block that I cut a handle out of. I use this shape handle for most of the canes I make. It is comfortible and I get alot of positve feedback from those that use it. Useing the scrap from cutting out the handle lets me clamp with out scaring to handle and I can get good even pressure when clamping down the handle.
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[Nebraska]

Very clever, not your first rodeo is it?

[Brian T]

Ah, you clever boy. I shall attempt to remember that trick with the offcut shape.

[Randy]

The big job has been sanding off the old finish on the baluster. Still working on that. Just a few small flutes below the carving to go.

[Merle Rice]

I agree , clever Idea , and I'm going to remember it . Got to give you a Big WOW! Randy on this Cane . It shows a lot of Detailing and your Talent . That has got to be a Keeper . Happy Easter . Merle

[Claude]

Great tip, Randy! Thanks for p-osting it.

Claude

[Randy]

I agree , clever Idea , and I'm going to remember it . Got to give you a Big WOW! Randy on this Cane . It shows a lot of Detailing and your Talent . That has got to be a Keeper . Happy Easter . Merle

Yes, I will keep this one. I have another oak baluster. I am not sure when I will start on it. I have cut out a walnut handle for it. It is the same general shape but no swirls. It has long flutes down the sides.

[woodburner807]

Dang, Randy, and nice tip...always liked "easy."

[Mark N. Akers]

Very nice job Randy, love it.

[Merle Rice]

Hi Randy , got to ask , did you carve the Swirls on the Cane? Merle

[Randy]

Hi Randy , got to ask , did you carve the Swirls on the Cane? Merle

No Merle it was a elaborate baluster. I think they were machined. I just carver the face and leaves and handle.

[Merle Rice]

Thanks Randy . Merle

[Dileon]

So beautiful I want it, but can not afford such a nice piece. Work is outstanding and this one top of the line.