Walnut bench

[Bman]

Here is a custom order bench i did recently for a couple for their 25th wedding anniversary. I really liked how the grain turned out on this one.

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[CarverFromNoWhere]

Excellent work Brian, I am a big fan of Walnut was just working some Claro Walnut on the lathe last night. It smells nice but stains everything. Thanks or taking your time to post this.
Carl

[catbird]

WOW! Brian the wood is gorgeous! That couple is going to be thrilled. Next year is our 39th anniversary, I need to get my husband in touch with you! Well Done.
TFS

[Batchelor]

Beautiful!!
Two qustions from a novice carver.
1) If you are happy with your chainsaw, who is the manufacturer?
2) Was the walnut green and if so how have you treated it to prevent cracking?

[Bman]

I have myself only been carving a year now. I started out with a cheap poulan saw which jarred your teeth. I have 3 stihl saws that i use now. A ms250 ms180 and an old 021. I love using stihl, but I know there are several good brands out there.

As for the million dollar question about cracking, unless your kiln drying wood it's a crapshoot. I did coat this bench with Cabot's Australian timber oil which is what i use on most of my carvings.

Originally Posted by Batchelor

Beautiful!!
Two qustions from a novice carver.
1) If you are happy with your chainsaw, who is the manufacturer?
2) Was the walnut green and if so how have you treated it to prevent cracking?

[Rwenzoski]

Hi Brian, a very nice bench there! My favourite wood is Walnut for its rich colours & the variation you get but sure aint my favourite to cs carve as it comes off like shrapnel. A great job!
Thanks, Robbin