Why OwlCrest

OwlCrest is 40 acres of granite laden beautiful woods atop a mountain in Brattelboro, Vermont. I purchased the land with the intent of making it a retreat where my children, families, and their families could re-connect with the most primitive elements of life. OwlCrest is a place to discover our hidden talents and pursue dreams without complexity or judgement. OwlCrest is a place just to be.....

At dusk, if you sit quietly long enough at the crest of the land and listen, you will hear the rhythms of the forest. Owls calling out their names and asking who else is there. I'm here and who are you? We are just a visitor here, a temporary custodian of something that will soon be forgotten. I lived and worked here once. It was my privilege.

Sunday, February 10, 2019

Bowl Making Tools

Draw Knife
These are pretty common and you should find one of these.   Don't be too worried if it rusty,  just make sure blade edge is not deeply pitted.  Also, notice the thickness of the blade, about an inch.   If thats too short, it cannot be filed down.    These go anywhere from $25 to $75 depending on condition. 

Bowl Adze
These are very rare and doubt you will find one.   Pick up any one in ANY condition and we can rejuvenate it.   These are usually under priced because few people want them.

Gouge or Spoon Chisel
You have a good chance of finding these.  Just be sure edge is not too pitted and width should 1/2 to 1 1/4 inch.  It may also have a curved handle, these are rare but better.  Its the curved blade point that we want.  $15 to $50 depending on condition.

Spoke Shaves
You will find these, buy up to 5 of them and I will purchase excess as I need more of these.   Purchase any you find , older ones are of better quality, some will be straight blade (more common) and some will be curve=d (more rare and more valuable). $10 to $50 depending on condition and curve.

Bowl Adze
If you find one of these you have hit the jackpot.   I have to buy mine out of Sweden know, but just look in case.  If you find one, usually not expensive becasue sellor does not know what it is.  Worth $100 dollars...  Doubt if you will find one. 

Caliper Curved
Pretty common and should be able to find.   Make sure they are curved.   Price $5 to $25.   
Here are some videos on how the tools are used for bowls.