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[joepaulbutler]

I've got an idea, what about a cane or walking stick
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[joepaulbutler]

oops, should have tried it longer

[joepaulbutler]

Looks like he is ready for his shift---well done

[joepaulbutler]

This is an intriguing carving, so far so good.

[joepaulbutler]

Nice, Nice, Nice

[joepaulbutler]

I found this:

Danish oil is easier to use than tung oil because it penetrates wood faster and it also dries faster than tung oil. On the other hand, tung oil cures to a very hard and beautiful, golden finish, which is often worth all the trouble of applying it. Jan 2, 2019.

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[joepaulbutler]

Merle, truly an amazing, colorful piece of work, this will be around for a long time!

[joepaulbutler]

Took me a while to find the carving, great carving, sure the customer was pleased, Also great air-brushing

[joepaulbutler]

Not only to Merle but to all the members of this traffic website, It is truly a day to celebrate despite what is happening these days day . . .JoeB

[joepaulbutler]

Thanks, Don, you have a safe and enjoyable day of celebration.

[joepaulbutler]

Brian, thank my thoughts for what they are worth .

I do some type of finish whether it be acrylic, very little, or Watco Danish Oil, In my opinion, it keeps the bark tighter and less chance of flaking on the fine point like the nose.

I've on a couple of occasions...

[joepaulbutler]

I like the thinnest at times when finishing just my 2¢...

[joepaulbutler]

Glen, it depends on where the tree grew. When I first heard about CW for carving I went to the Truckee River here in NV and found a large downed tree. The bark was about 3/4" thick. Since the CW I've gotten from Alaska can be 3 to 3-1/2" thick.

[joepaulbutler]

Glen, the one that I've shown is 1/4" Dia. x 15/32" long. I bought it in a set of 0 different shapes. Tried to follow the trail of bread crumbs back to where I bought them, but the old database is just too full anymore. I hope the idea works for you

[joepaulbutler]

Randy, Larry, Ed, Anders. Clen, Herb, Merle, David thanks to you all; although, it is still not time to take the foot of the gas.
I forgot to show my new toy, It has been dry than all get out here in NV. All of my wood is stored out in the garage, so it is getting extremely dry as well. CW,...

[joepaulbutler]

What is the wood, you're able to hold such great detail?

[joepaulbutler]

Lookout pickles here comes the Squid. Looks good to me

[joepaulbutler]

Good job Mick, can almost feel for him...

[joepaulbutler]

Truly, truly a fine piece of art, you are indeed a fine craftsman

[joepaulbutler]

Clean and neat, must be time for deals