turntable for carving

[zman7458]

anyone else out there using one of these for carving? I find I get a much smoother curve being able to easily rotate my work as I cut. the marble turntable has nice weight to it and feels more substantial than a regular metal one. although I imagine the metal type would work as well. you can find them here http://www.marble-art-gemstones.com/-Grani...CFQd7IgodL0ZaNQ

a little pricey, but you can find them around for cheaper. I bought mine years ago, but around 50 - 75 bucks I would think.

[Hedge]

Great idea, zman. Thanks!

[Myriam]

Didn't know they are making these. I've had this idea in the back of my mind for some time now, to make a lazy susan and put my square marble slab on it. These are nice but they're just a little over my budget though

Where did I put my lottery ticket...

[Drac]

I remember back in the 70's there were these things you stood on and basically did "the twist" to excersize. they were metal top and bottom with a bearing system inside. might be able to find one of those a lot cheaper and it would definitely hold up.

[zman7458]

you can find them for way cheaper and still made of marble...

http://www.theglasswarestore.com/asp/show_...d=FR260-FBR1542

but I think you could probably find decent quality for 50 to $75

I put my poundo board on mine for pattern transfers and cutting in, just to keep the leather from sliding on the slick marble. I don't think it would be sturdy enough to tool on though. I was afraid to try

Edited March 23, 2008 by zman7458

[cybertracy]

I remember back in the 70's there were these things you stood on and basically did "the twist" to excersize. they were metal top and bottom with a bearing system inside. might be able to find one of those a lot cheaper and it would definitely hold up.

Edited March 23, 2008 by cybertracy

[cybertracy]

for some reason my text didn't post to the above pic! sorry

drac, I think I found the "updated" version of the twister exerciser. Do you think this would hold up tot he carving AND tooling? It sells for a tad under $10 on Amazon. . .

Everlast for Her Twist Board

Product Features

• Includes twist board and fitness guide
  
• Twist your way to slimmer abs, hips, and thighs
  
• High-impact, rotating platform provides a vigorous form of aerobic exercise
  
• Precision ball-bearing ride for smooth, fluid motion
  
• One-year warranty
  

[anne newkold]

Hide Crafter carries the turntable to set your marble on.

I have used the one I got from Hide Crafter's for 7 years now. Pretty sturdy.

Edited March 23, 2008 by anne newkold

[Drac]

tracy

I doubt it would, even being hgh impact plastic. the ones from the 70's were all metal (including the bearing races) and sturdy enough to set a slab on and do tooling. but for being just 10 bucks, might be worth a shot anyway.