[Old Crow]

I am a relatively new wood carver who presently carves mostly hiking staffs with long bearded wood spirits. Sometimes the beard will spiral down the length of the staff. I have been using only a knife and a few palm tools. As you all know, excess wood removal becomes tedious, especially around the long beard. I would like to try power to remove some of this wood but don't know where to start. I was thinking that I could use my Dremel tool if I purchase a reciprocating attachment but what do I use for the business end? If anyone can enlighten me I sure would appreciate it. Are there bits,burrs, chisels that will work in the Dremel? Thanks for all of your help in the past few months.

[Doug Ridley]

There are literally hundreds of burrs that will work in your Dremel. Get any good carving catalog and look for burrs with 1/8" shafts. For a start, if I understand what you are trying to do, I would suggest a cylinder shaped blue typhoon bit. Talk to your supplier and explain what you are carving and ask for some suggestions.
P.S. I believe your local Lowes might carry a small selection of 1/8" blue Typhoon burrs. Mine does.

[Alice in Wonderland]

Here is an adress they have everything you need for powercarving they mail all over the World, They are in Kitchener Ontario Canada and give good advice to ask for "POP"
I hope this helps you
Alice



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