Question....how thick do you estimate the two layers of seal are as well as the 10 layers of CA? This would help me estimate how much material to take off if I'm targeting a certain OD after finish especially when performing a repair.
Thank you for your question. If using medium CA you can manipulate the overall thickness based on hand pressure. Each person will be a little different, but on average, you can expect roughly .003" per layer. So 12 total layers and you are looking at about .036". You have to also take into consideration that roughly 40% of that will be sanded back off.
Could you elaborate a bit on the expoxy seal layer? benefits / reasons. Which product do you recommend especially as it relates to yellowing overtime and the overall process. Thanks in advance.
Thank you for your question. Joint face: When applying the CA you will notice that there is a fluid single motion at the joint, DO NOT PULL BACKWARDS and you will be left with a very neat, slight roll over that is faced off as a final step when fitting the shaft. Buttcap: This is done during the installation of the bumper, simply use the polishing compound with a micro fiber cloth to smooth and polish the curved transition.
Thank you for donating your time and sharing your craft. I really appreciate you explaining the why of how you do things. Very insightful.
You are more than welcome. Thank you for being a valued subscriber!
Great workmanship! Very interesting process.
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Hey can you show how to apply a decal to a shaft from start to finish with which materials to use
Could you do a video on using a dial indicator and adjusting the runout ?
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Question....how thick do you estimate the two layers of seal are as well as the 10 layers of CA? This would help me estimate how much material to take off if I'm targeting a certain OD after finish especially when performing a repair.
Thank you for your question.
If using medium CA you can manipulate the overall thickness based on hand pressure. Each person will be a little different, but on average, you can expect roughly .003" per layer. So 12 total layers and you are looking at about .036". You have to also take into consideration that roughly 40% of that will be sanded back off.
Kudos most comprehensive CA finish on video.
Do you follow the same steps in epoxy sanding?
Thank you. Yes sir, it is essentially the same process, only with epoxy and start at 220 grit.
Very good video. What attachment are you using on the back end of the cue? 👍
@Brucetresan I'm not sure that I understand, please elaborate.
Which attachments are using to support the cue in the lathe? Thx!!
@@Brucetresan 2 dead centers
Could you elaborate a bit on the expoxy seal layer? benefits / reasons. Which product do you recommend especially as it relates to yellowing overtime and the overall process. Thanks in advance.
Thank you for the question, but I do not use Epoxy for my clear coats.
Do you have a video on shaft cleaning and waxing?
No sir
Great job Beautiful cue
When using this method, how do you avoid getting any on the joint face?
And how do you get the clear nice on the rounded edges of the buttcap?
Thank you for your question.
Joint face:
When applying the CA you will notice that there is a fluid single motion at the joint, DO NOT PULL BACKWARDS and you will be left with a very neat, slight roll over that is faced off as a final step when fitting the shaft.
Buttcap:
This is done during the installation of the bumper, simply use the polishing compound with a micro fiber cloth to smooth and polish the curved transition.
Is that a custom order?? Do you cored your cues?
I no longer take custom orders but yes, All of my cues are fully cored.
What are the seal coats? How are they applied?
The seal coats are the same as the clear coats but just used to seal the cue between rest periods.
can you do a video on english pool cues? cheers
I am sorry, but we do not offer English cues.
And people wonder why it takes so long to get a custom cue built. Its a lot of work
Yes sir, it is, but it is well worth it.