Phil,

Never give up a chance to try a new or different type of wood. The pleasure
is all in the knowledge gained through experience!

Regards,

Christopher One good turn deserves another

"Phil" wrote in message
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Thanks to all of you. It sounds like I have a lot of fun work ahead of
me.

"Phil" wrote in message
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My neighbor just cut down some old soft maples (100 years plus) and
there
are several large sections from around the base that are around 5 feet
in
diamiter and at least 36 inches thick. Granted I'd have to cut them
down
down to turning size, but is soft maple good for turning bowls? Sorry
if
this sounds like a newbe, but I am to turning bowls. Thanks