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Fit & Finish Fit and Finish = the difference in "good art" and "fine art." Join in, as we discuss the fine art of finish and embellishment.

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Old 10-07-2012, 01:42 PM
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trying to decide between light or dark wood?

Well I have a file blade I am finishing for a friend and I am trying to decide what looks better light or dark wood.
the blade is not finished yet and I am starting on the rope filework on the spine. I have sanded out all the tool marks and looks amazing...
this is my first blade that I have ever made...


I have picked out these 2 woods




but was thinking about a supper light wood like this:

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Old 10-21-2012, 03:31 PM
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I'm a fan of the darker woods. Those are some nice burls! Where are they from?
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Old 10-22-2012, 02:35 PM
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Dark wood is MUCH easier to finish out and make look good. Lighter colored woods require a lot more care and time in finishing because they will "pick up" every little "black speck" and will drive you nuts.


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