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    Woodturning - Spot tool rest

    And finally, this very simple tool rest , not so common, is thought for special cases where you need close support but don't have the room laterally.
    Typically used for supporting inside a deep cove, or for parting off the foot of a large bowl, like in the following example:





    I think I found the idea of this one here on HMT, but can't remember from whom, thanks to him anyway

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    kbalch (Jul 9, 2015), Paul Jones (Jul 10, 2015)

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    Thanks Christophe! I've added your Spot Tool Rest to our Wood Lathes category, as well as to your builder page: Christophe Mineau's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:


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    Showing how you'd use it was good. Makes understanding how the tool works easier for non-turners like me.



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