Popular Post Jim Finn Posted August 28, 2019 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 I have been making a lot of boxes with images inlaid into the hinged lids. These are the most recent: Oak burl (veneer) cross inlaid into oak. And walnut boots into oak. Fab4, amazingkevin, Be_O_Be and 13 others 16 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted August 28, 2019 Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 Jim, your inlays are amazing. I tried inlay again on Monday. I used scraps to get the angle just right. Three tries and thought I had it perfect. Too tight. Back to the drawing board so to speak. Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted August 28, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2019 3 hours ago, Denny Knappen said: Jim, your inlays are amazing. I tried inlay again on Monday. I used scraps to get the angle just right. Three tries and thought I had it perfect. Too tight. Back to the drawing board so to speak. I know the feeling. I cut mine so the fit is quite loose and I then fill in the small gap with a mixture of sanding dust and white glue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spirithorse Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 Superb work, as always, Jim, Thanks for sharing and God Bless! Spirithorse Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjweb Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 Another beautiful job Jim, RJ Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 Great work. Are the lines in the boots burnt? Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombatie Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 They look great as always Jim. Marg Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted August 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 10 hours ago, Charlie E said: Great work. Are the lines in the boots burnt? No, the internal lines are cut in and filled with the filler mixture i mentioned . If you look closely you can see that those lines do not meet other lines at one end. This is so that the boot comes out in one piece. You can see this easier in this one. Dave Monk, Be_O_Be, amazingkevin and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 very nice work Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 I think you use 3/8" stock, but what blade do you use? Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 2 hours ago, Jim Finn said: No, the internal lines are cut in and filled with the filler mixture i mentioned . If you look closely you can see that those lines do not meet other lines at one end. This is so that the boot comes out in one piece. You can see this easier in this one. I like that! Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted August 29, 2019 Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 As you know, I have always admired your boxes and inlays. This is the first time I recall seeing you use a different base wood, other then Cedar. Why have you chosen to change at this point in time. Glad to see you post again. I always look forward to see more of your work and creations Dick heppnerguy Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted August 29, 2019 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2019 (edited) On 8/29/2019 at 9:23 AM, Denny Knappen said: I think you use 3/8" stock, but what blade do you use? I use a number five, flying dutchman, blade and table tilted at less than two degrees. Yes 3/8" stock. I had a customer ask for an oak box with cowboy boot inlaid with walnut and I have a bunch of oak, that was given to me, so I am working on making a dozen oak boxes. Cedar sells much better than other woods but I could not think of another use for the oak. Almost everything, I have made, eventually sells. Edited September 3, 2019 by Jim Finn heppnerguy and amazingkevin 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted August 31, 2019 Report Share Posted August 31, 2019 Amazing work on the baseball player!!! Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted September 1, 2019 Report Share Posted September 1, 2019 Those are mighty fine, Jim. Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo Posted September 3, 2019 Report Share Posted September 3, 2019 Impressive! Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdatelle Posted September 3, 2019 Report Share Posted September 3, 2019 I love your inlays. I gave up on doing them but I think I will give them another try. Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Johnson Posted September 3, 2019 Report Share Posted September 3, 2019 Beautiful inlayiing Jim. Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Finn Posted September 4, 2019 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 Two more I made this past week. Oak burl (veneer) inlaid on oak box lid and flag in Texas on oak box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim McDonald Posted September 4, 2019 Report Share Posted September 4, 2019 That oak burl is beautiful.. Glad it found a home with a true craftsman. Jim Finn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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