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Guy Mueller
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Feb 26th, 2017 at 7:03pm
 
Looking at buying the Dway beading tool, how you like them and what two sizes would you recomend
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Re: Beading tools
Reply #1 - Feb 26th, 2017 at 7:47pm
 

Guy --

I have tried a few, and the D-Way work the best of the ones I have used.

I have one of each (set) and find I use the smaller ones more commonly.  The 1/8 to 3/16 are used for beads of illusion on bowls.

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Reply #2 - Feb 26th, 2017 at 8:01pm
 
i have heard good things about the D-Way beading tools, though I don't own any.
Ken Vaughan wrote on Feb 26th, 2017 at 7:47pm:
The 1/8 to 3/16 are used for beads of illusion on bowls.


Beads of illusion or basket illusion beading can be any size, proportion to the piece is the key.
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Reply #3 - Feb 27th, 2017 at 7:09am
 
++ Thumbs Up Thumbs Up Thumbs Upon the D-way beading tools.
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Reply #4 - Feb 27th, 2017 at 2:27pm
 
I have the D-way beading tools and am very pleased with them.
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Reply #5 - Feb 27th, 2017 at 6:34pm
 
For what it's worth...I have good luck using a detail spindle gouge for my bead turning.  Certainly takes practice but there's far less tear-out and I have a tool that can do more than just 'one' thing.
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Reply #6 - Feb 27th, 2017 at 6:36pm
 
I like the D-Way and use sizes 1/8 and 3/16.
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Reply #7 - Feb 27th, 2017 at 7:26pm
 
John Grace wrote on Feb 27th, 2017 at 6:34pm:
For what it's worth...I have good luck using a detail spindle gouge for my bead turning.  Certainly takes practice but there's far less tear-out and I have a tool that can do more than just 'one' thing.


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Reply #8 - Feb 28th, 2017 at 10:10am
 
John Grace wrote on Feb 27th, 2017 at 6:34pm:
For what it's worth...I have good luck using a detail spindle gouge for my bead turning.  Certainly takes practice but there's far less tear-out and I have a tool that can do more than just 'one' thing.


I agree, I use detail gouge, 3/8 spindle gouge, and 1/2 spindle gouge depending on the size of bead desired. I believe that hand turned projects benefit from having the makers marks.
But then that is just my opinion, and just like noses every one has one. Wink
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Reply #9 - Feb 28th, 2017 at 11:08am
 

Guy -- you have two threads of ideas running --  beading tools and spindle gouges.   

Beading tools are very consistent in terms of size and shape of beads.  The beads of illusion I am learning benefits from consistency and the sizes I use match the wood burning tips I have and the grooving burning methods I use.

You can also achieve high levels of consistency with a sharp pointed spindle gouge and practice.  I have not been able to achieve that skill level. 

The late Wally Dickerman was a master of achieving mirror image beads on the outside of a vessel with his pointed spindle gouge.  I saw his work and know it can be done.

If you want variety and choices in terms of bead sizes and shapes, there is no substitute I have seen for the pointed spindle gouge, be it on spindle turning or on bowls.   The Raffan bead on a bowl is done with a spindle gouge.

All depends on where your turning plans take you.
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Reply #10 - Feb 28th, 2017 at 12:10pm
 
Back to the Original question,
All the tools from D-Way are of good quality. They are made with a high grade steel that achieves and maintains a sharp cutting edge.

Beading tools in general are typically used in more of a production setting, like when multiple pieces need to appear the same.
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When even repetition is needed to achieve a certain look or texture.
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You're not good at or just don't like turning beads.
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Reply #11 - Mar 2nd, 2017 at 3:03pm
 
I have watched Dave's videos on his beading tools where he also talks about his "teardrop" tool and demonstrates it. It seems to make sense but I am wondering if there are any opinions here on the teardrop tool.
I have a set of beading tools from Penn State. Generally they are fine but I do not like the fact that it is difficult to cut close set beads with them because of the "wings" on the tool. When you try to cut a close bead the "wing" cuts into the bead next to it. For this reason I am considering Dave's beading tool but wondering if I need to order the "teardrop" tool also.
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Reply #12 - Mar 2nd, 2017 at 3:54pm
 
Why not just grind relief off the sides of the chisels. Simpler and cheaper than buying another. It's just steel, and grinders love it. I have made mods to almost every tool in my rack for one reason or another.
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Reply #13 - Mar 3rd, 2017 at 7:59am
 
Bruce,

I have the D-Way tear drop tool and use it all of the time to clean up the area next to where the beads stop.
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Reply #14 - Mar 4th, 2017 at 10:52am
 
Bert, this is why I like this forum. In retrospect what you suggest is obvious. However, with my blinders on I was unable to think of it. Thanks for suggesting this. I tried it on one chisel and it looks like it will do what I want.
I might still get the teardrop though. Looks like it might work better for cleanup between the beads than a skew or small spindle gouge like Ron says.
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