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You guys have me wanting to play with turning wood. So, I've had this piece of Cocobola [Rosewood] laying around the shop for 20 years, forgot where I got it. Someone dropped it off for me to do something with. SO do I just turn a simple bowl and suggestions on design?
 

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I would suggest that you find someone close who can core it out for you. It would be a shame to leave 90% of that beautiful wood on the floor. If you can get even one core out of it you'll have saved 80% of the cost of a piece that size. Once cored, yes, turn an open bowl with it. You might use the inner blank for a hollowform if you're comfortable with those. Regardless what you decide to make with it, you're going to have a beautiful piece once finished.
 
dave depending on the core operator, they can sometimes get three out of a piece your size.. i saw a 3 set from bill grumbine, but am not sure of the original blank size..
 
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