a log cabin builder i know uses a spud (very large chisel about 4 feet long)
on pine.
i used to use a drawknife if the tree was green, but if the tree has been
cut any length
of time this method really sucks. turning "bark on" can produce some pretty
pieces,
but if you do then expect some out of balance turns and to sharpen tools
more often.
i wonder how sawmills do it? i think they have a machine that gnaws at the
bark ...kind of
grinds it like a coffee grinder.
rich
"Camoman" wrote in message
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What is the best way to take the bark off. Do I have to remove the bark
off
the log before I turn it or can I just turn it off. Is this to hard on the
chisels or not? And can you recomend some good turning books to get so I
can
learn better ways and skills. Thanks