Also, make some proper handles for the wire -- don't wrap them around
your fingers or anything such as that. Wire can 'catch'.

Bill

Dan Bollinger wrote:
1. Which is the best type of wire to use?

I have used brass and stainless steel.

2. Should the wire be held taught or loose on the wood?

Gradually increase pressure until you get the desired result.

3. Should the the lathe be at high or low speed?

Higher speeds = more friction, more heat.

Just don't wrap the wire all the way around! Hold it against the wood
so you are covering about 1/4 or 1/3 of the cylinder.

Dan