Quick Compass

[user 922]

I needed a birthday gift so I turned this compass box from a nice piece of walnut. A coat of sealer, friction polish, wax and it's ready to put in the mail today.

 

[Grizzly Adams]

Delightful!

 

[LRB]

Very, very nice. Ever think about making the actual compass also? I've wanted to do that for years, but never found the time.

 

[colmoultrie]

Very nice, as usual! You have a real gift.

 

[user 922]

Yes, I have. Drafting the compass card would be the most challenging part. I could do it on the computer and print it but that wouldn't be kosher. Perhaps it could be engraved on brass but it would involve a lot of straight lines that, if not perfect would look really bad. Maybe it could be scrimmed on a flat piece of horn.

 

[Woodbutcher]

Would someone please tell me where I could get a compass to be used for projects. Woodbutcher

 

[user 922]

Amazon.com. Look for "Antique compass".

 

[wattlebuster]

Sharp :thumbsup:

 

[MSW]

I like it!

:thumbsup: :hatsoff:

 

[BillinOregon]

Bucks, your stuff is always top drawer. What a lovely birthday gift.