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In this video I make a special trompo spinning top out of almond wood. I spent many hours on experimenting and designing this top and I think the result speaks on it's own. As far as I am concerned this is my best spinning top from all I have made so far.
I first turned the wood between centres and then created a tenon to fit my chuck.
Next I roughly shaped the exterior of the top with a bowl gouge and a skew.
To lower the centre of gravity of the top. I hollowed it a little bit. This helps the top turn and spin better.
I then added a small groove for the string to grab on.
To shape the bottom. I used a jam chuck to hold the top in place. I also added a small curve near the tip. this helps the string to be tight before you spin it.
Next I made a small string stop form the same wood.
I buffed everything with carnauba wax.
This type of top, requires to practise it’s throwing technique. But once you master it, it will give you hours of fun.
I really enjoyed this project. It was worth the time and effort. But that was it, see you soon with a new project video.
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