[Woodcarver] Re: Cane segment specifications - was "Cane Blocks for Marnie"

[Matt Kelley]

Hi Barney and everyone else interested in helping out with a cane 
segment.   I will respond on Joe's behalf -

Cane segments are typically 2" x 2" x 3" high with a 5/8" hole the 
long way.    They may be basswood,  butternut or whatever else you 
want to carve, finished in any way you desire.

The block size is not hard and fast and could vary a bit  larger if you want.

Hole size, however, is pretty specific - the hole should be 5/8" (or 
11/16" if you can find a bit long enough.)   If you must drill the 
segment from both ends,  hole alignment is critical - please make 
sure a 5/8" dowel will slide smoothly thorough your segment BEFORE 
you start carving.   It can be very difficult to re-drill a finished 
segment.

If you need ideas for a cane segment or would like to see some 
samples,  visit the W3E Friendship Cane Exchange page at 
http://carverscompanion.com - click on the W3E logo once you arrive, 
then on the Friendship Cane link.

Carve On!
Matt


>I somehow missed the specifications on the cane block.  What are they?
>
>Barney Elking
>Fortuna, CA

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