New chess sets

[Dave Monk]

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.  

[Scrappile]

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]

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]

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, 2024 by Scrappile

[Dave Monk]

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. 

[TAIrving]

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?  

[barb.j.enders]

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]

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

[Scrappile]

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.

[Denny Knappen]

Wow, Dave, you are the Chess Set Master.

[Ron Johnson]

Those are real beauties Dave. Awesome work. 

[rjweb]

Dave, that is a beautiful piece, as always, RJ

[Charlie E]

You're on another level, Dave. That's some fine art. 

[JJB]

Very nice set Dave. 

[red river]

That is outstanding work. Really beautiful.

[rafairchild2]

Simply stunning work... Makes me wish I kept playing chess.

[rdatelle]

Another beautiful jab Dave.

[GPscroller]

Beautiful job as always Dave.

Jeff

[newfie]

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.

[Dave Monk]

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. 

[Bill WIlson]

Oh my goodness!  How did I miss this thread?  

Dave, that is absolutely beautiful craftsmanship.  I take my hat off to you sir!

 

[bobscroll]

Top job there! A really great job on cutting and finishing, thank you for posting, Bob

[keefie]

There's only one word for it - Awesome 

[jimmyG]

What An Awesome Thing Of Beauty ~ Well Done!