zman7458 Report post Posted March 22, 2008 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. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedge Report post Posted March 22, 2008 Great idea, zman. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Myriam Report post Posted March 22, 2008 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... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drac Report post Posted March 23, 2008 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. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zman7458 Report post Posted March 23, 2008 (edited) 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 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cybertracy Report post Posted March 23, 2008 (edited) 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 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cybertracy Report post Posted March 23, 2008 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 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anne newkold Report post Posted March 23, 2008 (edited) 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 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drac Report post Posted March 23, 2008 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. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
