On Thu, 2 Feb 2006 08:29:25 -0500, "George" George@least wrote:

I just can't seem to get the right combination together to produce a good
handle joint. This was another attempt at lapping, which is not as good, I
think, as making the attachment areas flat.

Perhaps after a bit of reconsideration and hints, I might grow past it.

http://photobucket.com/albums/d160/G...y-My-Limit.jpg

No idea how to do it, George, but a suggestion: (works very well for me)

Go do something else for a bit and let your subconscious work on it.. you'll
find a pleasing combination...

Very familiar wood in the pretty cup.. you taking all of Susan's firewood?
Mac
https://home.comcast.net/~mac.davis/wood_stuff.htm