Even More Measures

[ApprenticeBuilder]

These are all 1/2" bore measures that were turned for use in .50 cal rifles or there abouts, there is one 50gr and two 60gr measures

The one has a wooden powder drum and is Cherry, Ebony, and Ivory. Will keep this one for myself and try it out tomorrow.

Here are some pics for your viewing pleasure.

This one had potential...

till I got ham handed...

I have not had this lathe for more than a month and a half or so, been 30 years since I ran a lathe in jr. high. Its a steep curve re-learning which tools do which job, they are not easily substituted as is evidenced by the blowout

:slap:

 

[gus13]

Very nice work! I'm liking the Cherry, offset with the Ivory and Ebony looks great! :thumbsup:

 

[necchi]

You've been very busy making those these past few weeks, :wink:

Some are starting to look like Chess pieces, :shocked2:

 

[Jim Blair]

What kind of lathe are you using?

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

Very nice work! I'm liking the Cherry, offset with the Ivory and Ebony looks great! :thumbsup:

Thanks Gus,

I agree with the contrast, I have alot of other material to use in these measures, just limited to my imagination, and skill.

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

You've been very busy making those these past few weeks, :wink:

Some are starting to look like Chess pieces, :shocked2:

Just waiting for the newness to wear off :idunno:

Its funny you would mention the chess pieces, I have been contemplating building just such a set.
:hmm:

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

What kind of lathe are you using?

Jim,

The lathe is actualy just a part of the overall picture when you consider the tooling required to turn these measures.

I purchased the lathe and associated tooling specificaly to turn these measures, I had the measures pictured in my minds eye and did the research to find out how I was going to make them a reality.

These measures are, to my knowledge, original designs as I have not seen any others out there like these, two piece units.

The lathe is a Grizzly G0624 10" Cast iron bench top lathe, weighs 100#.

Then there is the drive chuck to hold the work for boring the powder chamber and such, it is a Nova G3.

Extra Nova pin jaws for the chuck

Jacobs chuck for the tailstock to hold the forstner bits for boring the powder chamber

Set of Benjamin's Best micro detailing turning tools

I have since ordered some Packard turning tools made in Sheffield as the set of micro tools is fairly limited, also need to get another smaller tool rest as the unit that came with the lathe is to long to get in as close as I would like when working the measures.

 

[Jim Blair]

Actually I should have asked what type of chuck you were using as that's what I was curious about.Are you satisfied with the quality of the Grizzly chucks?I've been thinking about a chuck for my old wood lathe and a 3 jaw for the South Bend.

 

[MSW]

Some years ago, my kids got me the Nova chuck for Christmas. Having said that, however, I wouldn't hesitate to get any part from Grizzly: I have some of their gear and it's well made, reasonably priced, and it's never failed.

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

Jim,

Have no experience with the Grizzly chucks as I went with The Nova G3 series chuck from Teknatool and added a set of pin jaws to the chuck for holding the smaller stuff.

I bought my chuck and extra jaws from this guy ( rg_woodworker_specialties ) on that evil auction site, he had the best pricing.

What I didn't want was a chuck with the lever rod tightning system as it would seem to require two hands to operate and I didnt want that.

As far as Grizzly equipment is concerned I am pleased with the lathe purchase, it works well within its price range.

 

[omarick1948]

These measures are, to my knowledge, original designs as I have not seen any others out there like these, two piece units.

I like your measures! .... These are fun to make!

Sorry but this is not an original idea, but what the heck!.....there are many horn makers also making them. I like making them out of cow and buffalo horn!

Keep it up!

Rick

 

[Glenfilthie]

How do those work in the field AP? I can see myself spilling powder hither and yon with them...

I can barely handle one of those adjustable measures as it is...

Absolutely beautiful work though.

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

These measures are, to my knowledge, original designs as I have not seen any others out there like these, two piece units.

I like your measures! .... These are fun to make!

Sorry but this is not an original idea, but what the heck!.....there are many horn makers also making them. I like making them out of cow and buffalo horn!

Keep it up!

Rick

Spose I just never seen them before, made as such with wood and antler.

But then again I was wrong .......... once befor

:wink:

 

[dbutch]

Very nice turning!
Looks like fun..
Are you going to drill a hole to hang them by?
Nice looking machine!..Merry Christmas! :thumbsup:

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

How do those work in the field AP? I can see myself spilling powder hither and yon with them...

I can barely handle one of those adjustable measures as it is...

Absolutely beautiful work though.

Well Glen, I'll tell ya. Thanks

I used the Cherry measure today on the trail and had no problems filling or pouring from it.

It worked very well.

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

Very nice turning!
Looks like fun..
Are you going to drill a hole to hang them by?
Nice looking machine!..Merry Christmas! :thumbsup:

Thanks,

Not looking at drilling them as yet, still undecided on which is the best way as I see it though.

I do plan on devising a lanyard of sorts hence the narrow turned sections at the base.

 

[Macon Due]

Sir
Have you thought about a braided and waxed Hemp lanyard cord for em? I use those on several items.
Macon

 

[ApprenticeBuilder]

Perfect,

I was contemplating imitation sinew but just couldent get comfortable with it.

The hemp is exactly what is needed here.

Thanks Again.

Will be out in the shop tonight getting things going on another measure.
:wink:

 

[RushCC]

MAN,that's nice work!!!! I'm speechless.:surrender:

 

[ohio ramrod]

I purchased a three jaw chuck from Grissley for my Southbend over ten years ago and it is still very solid and no "spring" problem. :idunno: