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Hand Metal Spinning A Large Pewter Vase

The Large Vase is the tallest form I spin. With an overall height of 8", most firms would use a CNC (automated machine) to create this difficult to spin piece. I like doing it the old fashioned way, by hand. I'm using a heavy gauge disc so it takes a lot of force to move the metal. In the end, the critical element is keeping the wall thickness uniform from bottom to top. When I'm done forming, I incise 3 decorative lines, one at the base, and two on the upper, flared lip. Enjoy!

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