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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics
and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
most pottery wheels you can buy today new or used are pretty good.
the bad ones have long disapeared. i have two Brent electric wheels. very strong, very stable. lockerby kick wheels with their motor attachement capability are very good for both kicking and electric assistance. i had a home built wheel years ago, bought it from someone for cheap. today i'd sooner buy one then make one although "it's just a wheel" so it should be easy to make one. see ya steve www.graberspottery.com On Jun 1, 9:01 am, "Buck" wrote: They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
"Buck" wrote in message t... They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? [I've seen kickwheels built from car parts; a VW as I recall. But these are pretty simple machines; all you need is a bottom thrust bearing, a flywheel (a tire filled with concrete) an axle, and a top plate with axial bearing, plus a wooden frame to hold all that and sit in. I still like my kickwheel for trimming, but it's hard to beat the electrics for throwing, especially for larger pieces.] 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. [I haven't seen one of those for quite a while.] Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck [There are some wheels sold as toys, that really don't work at all for things larger than a teacup. But the professional brands are pretty good; modern electric speed controls are cheaper than the mechanical systems that used to prevail, and actually do function pretty well.] ' (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again [The SF Bay Area has lots of good ceramic supply places: Leslie Ceramics in Oakland, Claypeople in Richmond, Ceramics and Crafts on Bryant St. in SF; Sherry's in San Carlos - I'm sure there are more.] Andrew Werby www.unitedartworks.com |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
"The Self-Reliant Potter," an old book by Andrew Holden has plans for a DIY treadle-wheel and a DIY kickwheel -- but I wouldn't recommend building either. Wheels are relatively simple machines, but they have to be very well made, or they're inferior to manufactured wheels -- which is usually the case. Get a second job, or make some hand-built pieces and sell them -- or do anything to get the modest amount of money necessary to buy a good second-hand wheel. You'll be better off in several ways. There should be many to choose from in your area. Marco On Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:01:57 GMT, "Buck" wrote: They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
Money is not a problem.
But no matter how much one has, spending on a loser that winds up in a storage shed and is eventually thrown away is, to say the least, irritating. I have a few mis-fires from the realm of woodworking that I remember well. Thanks, Buck "Marco Milazzo" wrote in message ... "The Self-Reliant Potter," an old book by Andrew Holden has plans for a DIY treadle-wheel and a DIY kickwheel -- but I wouldn't recommend building either. Wheels are relatively simple machines, but they have to be very well made, or they're inferior to manufactured wheels -- which is usually the case. Get a second job, or make some hand-built pieces and sell them -- or do anything to get the modest amount of money necessary to buy a good second-hand wheel. You'll be better off in several ways. There should be many to choose from in your area. Marco On Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:01:57 GMT, "Buck" wrote: They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
If money is not an issue, then I recommend the RK Shimpo Whisper as a wheel.
Kick wheels are great to learn on (and to keep in shape with) but as far as ease of use an electric wheel is far nicer. The Whisper, as its name suggest, is really quiet. The wheel also turns freely when off so it can be used as a banding wheel. I only throw at most 25# at a time but it should handle much more than that. You can also resale it easily if you want. http://www.clay-king.com/itemrkwhisper.html http://www.sheffield-pottery.com/SHI...EEL-p/srkw.htm http://www.sheffield-pottery.com/SHI...L-p/svlwfs.htm "Buck" wrote in message t... Money is not a problem. But no matter how much one has, spending on a loser that winds up in a storage shed and is eventually thrown away is, to say the least, irritating. I have a few mis-fires from the realm of woodworking that I remember well. Thanks, Buck "Marco Milazzo" wrote in message ... "The Self-Reliant Potter," an old book by Andrew Holden has plans for a DIY treadle-wheel and a DIY kickwheel -- but I wouldn't recommend building either. Wheels are relatively simple machines, but they have to be very well made, or they're inferior to manufactured wheels -- which is usually the case. Get a second job, or make some hand-built pieces and sell them -- or do anything to get the modest amount of money necessary to buy a good second-hand wheel. You'll be better off in several ways. There should be many to choose from in your area. Marco On Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:01:57 GMT, "Buck" wrote: They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
pottery wheels have a great resale value. if, like in woodworking for
you, things do not work out you can still sell a potters wheel easily for not a big loss. see ya steve On Jun 2, 6:12 pm, "DKat" wrote: If money is not an issue, then I recommend the RK Shimpo Whisper as a wheel. Kick wheels are great to learn on (and to keep in shape with) but as far as ease of use an electric wheel is far nicer. The Whisper, as its name suggest, is really quiet. The wheel also turns freely when off so it can be used as a banding wheel. I only throw at most 25# at a time but it should handle much more than that. You can also resale it easily if you want. http://www.clay-king.com/itemrkwhisp...ERY-WHEEL-p/sv... "Buck" wrote in message t... Money is not a problem. But no matter how much one has, spending on a loser that winds up in a storage shed and is eventually thrown away is, to say the least, irritating. I have a few mis-fires from the realm of woodworking that I remember well. Thanks, Buck "Marco Milazzo" wrote in message .. . "The Self-Reliant Potter," an old book by Andrew Holden has plans for a DIY treadle-wheel and a DIY kickwheel -- but I wouldn't recommend building either. Wheels are relatively simple machines, but they have to be very well made, or they're inferior to manufactured wheels -- which is usually the case. Get a second job, or make some hand-built pieces and sell them -- or do anything to get the modest amount of money necessary to buy a good second-hand wheel. You'll be better off in several ways. There should be many to choose from in your area. Marco On Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:01:57 GMT, "Buck" wrote: They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - |
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Beginner's Question--Potter's Wheel
Things are still 'working out' in woodworking, but i've just bought a few
clunkers in the way of machinery. A Ryobi B2K Table saw, for example. No guts, no compatibility with other equipment, no nada. I use it for the most simple jobs only. I just don't want to buy several wheels to get it just right. I notice kilns are plentiful in the used market. Arouses my curiosity. Buck wrote in message ups.com... pottery wheels have a great resale value. if, like in woodworking for you, things do not work out you can still sell a potters wheel easily for not a big loss. see ya steve On Jun 2, 6:12 pm, "DKat" wrote: If money is not an issue, then I recommend the RK Shimpo Whisper as a wheel. Kick wheels are great to learn on (and to keep in shape with) but as far as ease of use an electric wheel is far nicer. The Whisper, as its name suggest, is really quiet. The wheel also turns freely when off so it can be used as a banding wheel. I only throw at most 25# at a time but it should handle much more than that. You can also resale it easily if you want. http://www.clay-king.com/itemrkwhisp...ERY-WHEEL-p/sv... "Buck" wrote in message t... Money is not a problem. But no matter how much one has, spending on a loser that winds up in a storage shed and is eventually thrown away is, to say the least, irritating. I have a few mis-fires from the realm of woodworking that I remember well. Thanks, Buck "Marco Milazzo" wrote in message .. . "The Self-Reliant Potter," an old book by Andrew Holden has plans for a DIY treadle-wheel and a DIY kickwheel -- but I wouldn't recommend building either. Wheels are relatively simple machines, but they have to be very well made, or they're inferior to manufactured wheels -- which is usually the case. Get a second job, or make some hand-built pieces and sell them -- or do anything to get the modest amount of money necessary to buy a good second-hand wheel. You'll be better off in several ways. There should be many to choose from in your area. Marco On Fri, 01 Jun 2007 16:01:57 GMT, "Buck" wrote: They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - |
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Beginner's Question--Thanks to all--Potter's Wheel
A good lot of information to start with.
that product called "whisper" is intriguing. I think I'll be making a small nuisance out of myself at a few of the Bay Area suppliers. Regards Buck "Buck" wrote in message t... They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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Beginner's Question--Thanks to all--Potter's Wheel
Word of warning - by the time you add shipping to the costs at EBay you are
paying more than what you can usually get other places. Bennett has the lowest prices I ever found for kilns. I think I got my wheel from Sheffield - or Nevada Dans... Watch for sales which should be about now. http://www.bennettpottery.com/ http://www.sheffield-pottery.com/ http://www.potterywheel.com/ (nevada dans) but others are also good. "Buck" wrote in message news A good lot of information to start with. that product called "whisper" is intriguing. I think I'll be making a small nuisance out of myself at a few of the Bay Area suppliers. Regards Buck "Buck" wrote in message t... They're all over the place, of course, and have dozens of characteristics and quirks. I remember two things (From how long ago I will not mention!): 1. A MASSIVE foot powered wheel that seemed to hold momentum forever. No power required except the legs. Are these antiques, (or at the very least) vintage now? Any DIY possibilites? 2. A little kick lever powered rig with an aluminum top wheel, that seemed to want to fly apart when you were pedaling it up to speed, and DID NOT hold momentum. Well, there are now a myriad of these little electrical ones all over the web, and they do look simple, but I want something that just doesn't vibrate. They look so light that I have suspicions. Any Help? thanks. Buck (P.S. Good sources of equipment and raw materials in the SF Bay Area. Tools, clay, glazes?) Thanks Again |
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