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Old 02-02-2007, 09:30 PM   #1
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Made this night stand to go with the one a client brought me. Made of Walnut with secondary woods of maple, pine. Had to strip the original and finish them together and try to get them as close as possible. Might be off a little bit but the client was very pleased so guess it was close enough.

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Original on right, reproduction on left

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Old 02-02-2007, 09:47 PM   #2
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That is awesome Mike! Turnings, color, everything looks like an identical match to me.
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Very nice work, Mike!

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Superb work, and a faithful reproduction of the original... well done!
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You continue to show your talent Mike--------Superb!!! You ARE a craftsman!!!

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Mike is understating the workmanship.

I looked both of them over VERY closely while visiting yesterday. The reproduction is nicer than the original. Color match is very good and the finish is clean. He used better joinery on the frames. The inside curve edge profile on the bottom is hand cut to match the original.

It's a fine piece!

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Outstanding!!!! And four matching turned legs to boot, that's some talent

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The reproduction is nicer than the original.Chuck
I am very sure that is a true statement. Mike nice job!
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That is an awesome reproduction! Great work!
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Only thing to say is ... WOW!

You may be able to see something "a little off", but I doubt anyone else will. that looks like some fantastic work!
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Nice Work! The color looks like a good match to me.
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Nice job! I sure am glad you pointed out which was the original and reproduction. I wouldn't have been able to tell.
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Nice work
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Really nice job!!
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Striking reproduction Mike
Didn't know you were a turner. You clearly have mastered all the skills of a craftsman.

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