I have a metal lathe so making inserts is almost baby talk.

One thing to consider - erector sets had double screw rod connectors.

A cylinder with two screw threads... So one takes them out - find a long
set screw (after turning) - e.g. make a set screw from a screw cut off and
a slot cut with a razor saw or dremmel tool.

You might be able to find such a thing at a hardware store.

Score the outside - and then epoxy or just glue in a close fitting hole.
Might find a metal insert in plumbing parts or electrical..... window shop.

Martin

Roy Fek wrote:
Hello,

I haven't posted here in a LONG time. You guys have always helped me
out in the past and was wondering if some one here can give me some
advice.

Has any body here made guitar volume/tone knobs out of wood?

I'm a woodturner and have wanted to make wood knobs for my bass for a
long time.
I'll probably use Bubinga to match the top of the bass.
But I could never figure out how to secure the knob to the pot shaft.
There are some wood knob makers out there that use a brass or aluminum
insert in the knob that is tapped for a set screw.
I have looked extensively online for these inserts and haven't found a
single one.
So I'm wondering if these guys make their own inserts, epoxy them into
the knob, then drill and tap the knob/insert at the same time?
Any ideas?

Any advice will be greatly appreciated!

Roy
Seattle, WA