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Re: Source for flat topped billot

Author: Chris P
Date: 2012-11-07 14:16

Howarth make wide diameter cutting blocks with a fairly flat top to them - they are very slightly convex but definitely not as domed as some on the market:

http://www.howarth.uk.com/pic.aspx?pic=./PICTURES/Accs/AccXLCuttingBlock.jpg&pid=43148

If you prefer a completely flat top, then lay abrasive paper on glass or marble or any other suitable flat surface (use several grades of abrasive from coarse to smooth and finish off by buffing) and run the cutting block back and forth over it or in a circular motion until the top of the block is ground completely flat.

Or see if anyone can turn you one from scratch if they can source rosewood or grenadilla to make one from. Don't use cocobolo as it has a very strong taste and can cause an allergic reaction.

Former oboe finisher
Howarth of London
1998 - 2010
The opinions I express are my own.

Post Edited (2012-11-07 14:23)

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