Demystifying the Process
When you begin anything new there is a certain mystery which can be terrifying, or exciting. The mystery can cause hesitancy and procrastination. When you find yourself introducing someone to a new idea, try the following methodology for a much better result.
Give them a short overview or summary. Let them know what to expect. Finish with this statement, “When we are through you will understand how to. . .(state two or three things they will know or understand)”.
Here is an example I might use when showing someone how to use my sharpening setup blocks:
“When we are through you will understand how to quickly set up your Wolverine Jig for an Ellsworth Long Grind and a standard short grind. In addition you will be able to re-sharpen your spindle gouges in seconds.”
For a top turning demo I would say something like: “At the end of this demonstration you will know how to make a two piece spinning top for pennies and you will know how to turn texture and color a complete top in about 5 minutes.”
And then there is jargon or trade terminology which can often add to the uncertainty. Let’s say you are considering purchasing a new turning gouge priced at the upper end of your tool budget. The add or salesperson says “This one is made with M42 steel.” So what? Why would I care? He might as well have said that it is made with &^%(#? steel. As the instructor, salesman or artist/craftsperson you need to follow through with the phrase “And what that means to you is. . .”
In our M42 steel example, you might say something like, “And what M42 steel means to you is that it will hold a sharp edge about 5 times longer than M2 HSS, you sharpen less and turn more!” If no one told you the benefits of M42 steel, that information would have been useless.
You can also use this to your advantage as a consumer or student. You can ask questions when you hear a term you don’t understand. You might ask “And what does that mean to me? Or, what is the benefit of that feature?” These principles apply across the board when buying or selling or teaching virtually anything, because wherever you go, there you are.
Here is my inspiration for this week’s message:
Gen 11:6 NIV The LORD said, “If as one people speaking the same language they have begun to do this, then nothing they plan to do will be impossible for them.
John 16:25 NIV “Though I have been speaking figuratively, a time is coming when I will no longer use this kind of language but will tell you plainly about my Father.
Luke 8:10 NIV He said, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of God has been given to you, but to others I speak in parables, so that, “ ‘though seeing, they may not see; though hearing, they may not understand.’
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Which Type Do I Own???
Friends:
I have had several questions about our new Longworth Chuck Type 2 from owners of the Original Longworth Type 1. I introduced the Longworth Chuck Type 1 back in 2010. The Type 2 was introduced in May of 2018 and is a major advancement in this technology. I have also had questions from Amazing Doughnut Chuck™ owners as to the compatibility with the Longworth Type 2.
If you own one of my Amazing Doughnut Chucks™ with the doughnut rings and the notched rings, they are completely compatible with the same size Longworth Type 2. The Longworth Type 2 is engineered to match up with the outermost bolt holes in the doughnut rings. You will be able to use both modes at the same time (Longworth self-centering and the security of the doughnut ring). The notched rings and the solid rings can be used with the Longworth Type 2 via the doughnut ring top plate. The Amazing Off-Center Chuck can only be used with the Amazing Doughnut Chuck™ as it requires the use of interior bolt holes only found on the Amazing Doughnut Chuck™. The Older Longworth Type 1 is not compatible with any of the new products. You must not modify your Type 1 to accept the doughnut rings. Doing so is dangerous and is strictly prohibited. Phenolic is very stable and very hard, but it is not designed to withstand the lateral pressure from tightening the bolts used to hold a doughnut ring in place. The Type 2 is made from a different material HDPE and will not fail when you tighten the doughnut ring bolts.
Which Chuck Do I Have?
You have a Longworth Type 1 if each disk is 1/4" thick and if you must mount your Longworth in your four jaw scroll chuck. The Type 2 threads directly onto your lathe spindle, the plates are 1/2" thick and there is no white disk (1/8") between the two black disks.
One Amazing Doughnut Chuck™ customer commented that he wished he had waited to get the Longworth Type 2 Combo although he loves his Amazing Doughnut Chuck™. All he needs to do is get the same sized Longworth Type 2 basic and he can use everything he already owns. I made everything backwards compatible on purpose. If we were to wait for the next big thing, we would never buy a new car because next year's model will have things this year's model didn't. You should also know that I have shifted all of the Amazing Doughnut Chuck™ and Longworth Type 2 products over to black HDPE. I no longer use the yellow HDPE.
Thank you for your support and encouragement. I hope this helps to answer your questions. If not I'm always happy to take your phone calls at (770) 962-3821.
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