Types of wood

[Hobbyman2]

hang in there,,,, some will be around who can help you , sorry I am of no help.

[reible]

Here is a post I did on phone photos see if that helps:

http://www.shopsmith.com/ss_forum/commu ... 17632.html

Ed

[terrydowning]

using soft woods Big Box SPF (Spruce Pine Fir) is a great way to start practicing turning. Keep in mind that the more open grain structures of these do lend to catches and tear out. This is good for practice and sharpening skills.

Very sharp tools, and good technique keep the catches and fuzzy tear out to a minimum.

If you can turn Pine to a desired finish, then you can turn anything.

Best of luck, be careful and post pics of successes and failures

[Mike907]

Here's a link to some Shopsmith plans for turned chess pieces -

http://freechesssetplans.com/

Have fun with your project.

Mike