Woodturning Two Monkeypod Bowls

Simply awful to turn, amazingly beautiful results!

Anyone that's watched my woodturning videos knows how sharp I keep my tools. this wood didn't care at all, lol... THE DUST! It came off so fine at times that it looked like smoke! My shop is covered with the stuff.

But, in the end it was worth it, as this wood is truly something special. The contrasting grain colors in the heartwood of dark and light brown, also contrast with the clean yellow sapwood. Some flashy chatoyance was an added surprise.

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[johndunne]

This man inspired me to take up wood turning 2 years ago and iv never looked back

[jayscott]

Two beautiful pieces, Rod. Some of the nicest wood has a challenge to it. Makes the work produced from it extra special. Thank you for the enjoyable viewing.

[cobberpete]

Never say Never as the saying goes. It looks so beautiful, it might just shanghai you into doing it again. 😉

[noahcount]

The bowls are beautiful, Rod, and I agree with you that the dust problem is reason enough to avoid turning monkey pod in the future.

[paulrapp]

Rod,
You have every right to be happy with that pair of dishes. They are beautiful 🍾!
Keep the aspidistra flying!
P

[redheadhippiewoodturning]

Monkeypod is my favorite and I don’t mind turning it because I love the finished result 🤗🥰
Great job 👏 🤙🤗

[toddvandyke]

Very Beautiful. It is a shame that no one has come up with a reliable way to turn by hand with vacuum at the tool. Again, Well Done Marine! Semper Fi!

[harryparmley]

Every 'Nam-era Sailor is intimarely familiar with monkeypod, the wood du jour for Filipino wood carvers. Thousands of Lazy Susans and bowls still reside in our homes today. I had no idea it was so powdery, but yes, beautiful wood. Very nice work..!

[kobiekaasjager]

Rod it is awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome, what God made is breathtakingly beautiful. And your work is just as awesome

[akknight]

Absolutely stunning. For as much dust as it was throwing and fine chips, wow. Fantastic job.

[anycaliber]

Beautiful work as always Super Rod. I look forward to your videos like kids do Christmas. May God Always bless you and yours. Semper Fi.

[ifonlyful]

My tigers eye stones have same pattern, wonderful.

[gdreclaimed]

I really like dish #2. I love how that little knot ended up in the rim.

[_zhawkeye_]

...I agree...beautiful wood...it may be a simple shape but it's perfect to keep and show off the grain!...
Thanks for taking one for the team to turn these out...👍

[mariagaddis]

Beautiful bowls Rod, I agree monkey pod is very beautiful wood the grain is just gorgeous!

[countsnekula]

Wow. I've never even heard of monkeypod before. That is a stunning look. The way the light shines on it is incredible. Best way to start my morning, no doubt.

[lauriestewman]

Truly amazing bowls. The grain is beautiful. God Bless You and Your Family.

[gregjohnson]

Both of these pieces are absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing! 👍🏾

[ScenicCityWoodturning]

Oh wow! I’ve always wanted to try turning monkey pod and you’ve just stoked that fire. 🙂very pretty as always!👍🏻

[JDR]

It may have been a very dusty experience but the results were worth it. Beautiful bowls.