Post #599291 by AlohaStation on Tue, Jul 26, 2011 7:20 AM

That big piece is spectacular!! What Will did not mention is that he painted the tiki to protect it from the harsh South Florida weather. The paint sealed it and he then he gave it a really cool petina. Waiting to see this guy standing up!

That lono is on its way. We used the same principles as creating a grinder on the lathe, but Will wanted to use the free form of the log. It gives the Lono a much looser feel than the stiff, regulated form of my grinders. More work involved getting the 2 pieces to fit and slide together. He made it work on the Tang and he has a great start to the Lono. Each one is a learning experience!