Post #501657 by Lake Surfer on Thu, Dec 31, 2009 3:02 PM

Atomic Tiki Punk, thanks!
99% of the carving is chisels and gouges, but given the opportunity to save time and effort I'll use a few bits on the router.
Hand tools still offer the best control and precision.

surfintiki, yes, back in the saddle again!

Aweulekuula, many thanks for the compliment!
I'm a stickler for detail, and I like to stay true to the art.
I probably spend more time doing research and learning the whys of Oceania then the actual carving.
But knowing the background of the cultures helps a lot with the final outcome of the piece.
I appreciate your feedback, thanks again!

Watango, cheers to you, and thanks for the props! Good to be in action again!

Benz, thanks so much, and the doc's words were music to my ears. I'm glad the downtime went quick though, carving is such a wonderful part of everyday life and
days seems a little bit more fulfilled.
The new present from my wife has opened up a new work of carving again. Having more tools is always a good thing and it teaches you new carving techniques.