Popular Post Dave Monk Posted February 29 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 29 I used the same design on the chess table and the table top model. The drawer slides all the way through so there is access from both sides. I made a small difference in the pieces. JackJones, bobscroll, Oldmansbike and 17 others 19 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 Oh man Dave that is a beauty! You Re the chess set King, for sure. I have a piece of alternative Ivory for the light colored pieces. I do not know how well it will cut on a scroll saw, I have turned it on a lathe and it was very nice to turn. I also do not know how it will price out either. May find it is overly expensive, I do have a piece I am going to play with to see how it would look, how much sanding after cutting is another consideration. But if it you like Ivory and it worked it would be beautiful. https://www.masecraftsupply.com/Alternative-Ivory-col849TM_c_268.html Dave Monk and jollyred 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted February 29 Author Report Share Posted February 29 3 minutes ago, Scrappile said: Oh man Dave that is a beauty! You Re the chess set King, for sure. I have a piece of alternative Ivory for the light colored pieces. I do not know how well it will cut on a scroll saw, I have turned it on a lathe and it was very nice to turn. I also do not know how it will price out either. May find it is overly expensive, I do have a piece I am going to play with to see how it would look, how much sanding after cutting is another consideration. But if it you like Ivory and it worked it would be beautiful. https://www.masecraftsupply.com/Alternative-Ivory-col849TM_c_268.html Would love to know how it cuts. These are 1 1/4 x 1 1/4. I glued us 3/4 aspen for the white. I've tried every type of glue and I can't seem to hide the joint. I ordered some 2 x 2 aspen on line but the color was bad. I have some 2x maple but I have no luck trying to compound cut on thick wood. Scrappile 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 (edited) Dave when I try I well tell you but do to some health problem have do less and less scrolling. Hope to get back. I think the block I have is a little thin. Well let you know when I get a chance to try it. Edited February 29 by Scrappile Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted February 29 Author Report Share Posted February 29 8 hours ago, Scrappile said: Dave when I try I well tell you but do to some health problem have do less and less scrolling. Hope to get back. I think the brock I have is a little thin. Well let you know when I get a chance to try it. Sure hate to hear about your health. Hope you are back at the saw again soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAIrving Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 10 hours ago, Scrappile said: Oh man Dave that is a beauty! You Re the chess set King, for sure. I have a piece of alternative Ivory for the light colored pieces. I do not know how well it will cut on a scroll saw, I have turned it on a lathe and it was very nice to turn. I also do not know how it will price out either. May find it is overly expensive, I do have a piece I am going to play with to see how it would look, how much sanding after cutting is another consideration. But if it you like Ivory and it worked it would be beautiful. https://www.masecraftsupply.com/Alternative-Ivory-col849TM_c_268.html Paul @Scrappile, best wishes for you with your health issues. Here's hoping they clear up soon and you are able to get back to the shop. Regarding the Alternative Ivory: that looks interesting, but I have a question. On their website, they price the pieces by dimension, i.e. 3x5x1/4 but do not tell us what the units are. Nowhere can I find if that is in inches or mm or feet or what. Do you know what the units are? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb.j.enders Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 1 hour ago, TAIrving said: Regarding the Alternative Ivory: that looks interesting, but I have a question. On their website, they price the pieces by dimension, i.e. 3x5x1/4 but do not tell us what the units are. Nowhere can I find if that is in inches or mm or feet or what. Do you know what the units are? Given that they are in CT, I would assume the measurements are in inches. Scrappile 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 I know what assume can do but I was going to respond the same as Barb did Masecraft Supply Co. 254 Amity Street Meriden Ct, 06450 USA 1-800-682-5489 barb.j.enders 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 I guess this thread coming up is to remind me I have already mentioned this before,, well I am old I am allowed to forget! My main concern is the smoothness of the cut. Getting a good finish on something like a chess piece may be a difficult thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denny Knappen Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 Wow, Dave, you are the Chess Set Master. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Johnson Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 Those are real beauties Dave. Awesome work. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjweb Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 Dave, that is a beautiful piece, as always, RJ Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie E Posted February 29 Report Share Posted February 29 You're on another level, Dave. That's some fine art. Scrappile and Dave Monk 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJB Posted March 1 Report Share Posted March 1 Very nice set Dave. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red river Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 That is outstanding work. Really beautiful. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafairchild2 Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 Simply stunning work... Makes me wish I kept playing chess. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdatelle Posted March 2 Report Share Posted March 2 Another beautiful jab Dave. Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPscroller Posted March 3 Report Share Posted March 3 Beautiful job as always Dave. Jeff Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newfie Posted March 13 Report Share Posted March 13 Impressive workmanship there dave. I was going to attempt to make one a few years ago and gave it up. Seeing your wants to give it a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Monk Posted March 13 Author Report Share Posted March 13 23 minutes ago, newfie said: Impressive workmanship there dave. I was going to attempt to make one a few years ago and gave it up. Seeing your wants to give it a go. I'm sure you can do it. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask. newfie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill WIlson Posted March 13 Report Share Posted March 13 Oh my goodness! How did I miss this thread? Dave, that is absolutely beautiful craftsmanship. I take my hat off to you sir! Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobscroll Posted March 14 Report Share Posted March 14 Top job there! A really great job on cutting and finishing, thank you for posting, Bob Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefie Posted March 14 Report Share Posted March 14 There's only one word for it - Awesome Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmyG Posted March 18 Report Share Posted March 18 What An Awesome Thing Of Beauty ~ Well Done! Dave Monk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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