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Title: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Camp on September 13, 2015, 03:45:17 PM
I got a chunk of snakewood, from Suriname, off ebay.

It was listed as a turning block for a pool cue, etc...

The handle is hefty, more than twice the weight of standard wooden handles, deep, dark and rich in color and detail. Like a fine piece of furniture.

I've adjusted the brightness and contrast to show off the detail.

It was difficult to photograh because of it's darkness and shine.

Truly a magnificent piece of craftsmanship, and I could'nt be more pleased.

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5750_zpsfncwh5op.jpg)

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5748_zpsjrrpfpce.jpg)

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5745_zpso1qsm4xx.jpg)

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5742_zps7ujl97vx.jpg)

Thank you, Brian !
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: pbe gummi bear on September 13, 2015, 04:15:03 PM
That looks great. What's it going on?
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Camp on September 13, 2015, 04:42:29 PM
Quote from: pbe gummi bear on September 13, 2015, 04:15:03 PM
That looks great. What's it going on?

Probably my Green SS Performer, that's my workhorse.
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Snowbeast on September 14, 2015, 12:12:00 AM
Looks great!  Keen to see it on your kettle
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Hogsy on September 14, 2015, 12:55:07 AM
Beautiful handle! Nice work Brian....as usual
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: 1911Ron on September 14, 2015, 01:05:15 AM
Beautiful!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Uncle JJ on September 14, 2015, 09:36:05 AM
awesome!  nice work, Brian!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: WNC on September 14, 2015, 03:27:22 PM
Killer for sure! I bet it's gonna look great on your kettle
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Craig on September 14, 2015, 03:47:37 PM
That will look badass against the green finish of your performer.
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: iCARRY on September 14, 2015, 05:07:05 PM
What size piece of wood does he need to make 3 handles?


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Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Matt_T on September 14, 2015, 07:08:58 PM
These are perfect - great work Brian.

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Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: zavod44 on September 14, 2015, 07:19:55 PM
The ideal size for one handle would be 1 1/2" x 1" x  11"  that is the bare minimum.  So if you need three 4 1/2" wide x 1" thick x 11"  long.  A little bigger is always better.  It's nice to have a little room for error.  I had never seen that snake wood before.  It was really nice, it's stunning in person.  There was a really nice depth to the wood, the grain is great.  I left the lines off the left side to show more of the grain.....
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: apt323 on September 15, 2015, 09:32:56 AM
Awesome handle and super nice work!!!!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Harleysmoker on September 15, 2015, 04:48:30 PM
I never heard of Snake wood. It is very nice! Great job Zavod44!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Camp on September 15, 2015, 07:13:35 PM
Quote from: Bruce_Frost on September 14, 2015, 12:12:00 AM
Looks great!  Keen to see it on your kettle

Quote from: WNC on September 14, 2015, 03:27:22 PM
Killer for sure! I bet it's gonna look great on your kettle

Quote from: Craig on September 14, 2015, 03:47:37 PM
That will look badass against the green finish of your performer.

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5760_zpsj2n2jvzt.jpg)

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5759_zpst36oh0jy.jpg)

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5758_zpsr0fssgth.jpg)

(http://i1324.photobucket.com/albums/u608/campdaan/BBQstuff/IMG_5757_zpsr7xt995f.jpg)

Waaaay cool !
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Bob BQ on September 15, 2015, 07:48:43 PM
Wow! Looks sharp!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: zavod44 on September 15, 2015, 08:07:00 PM
What about snakewood table handle, rollers and vent tab?  Lets do it!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: TheDude on September 15, 2015, 08:39:45 PM
Well, I HAD plans for when I find a blue... Stunning.
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: TheDude on September 15, 2015, 08:41:08 PM
Quote from: zavod44 on September 15, 2015, 08:07:00 PM
What about snakewood table handle, rollers and vent tab?  Lets do it!

@zavod44 You can do a vent tab???
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: mrgoodbar67 on September 15, 2015, 08:46:48 PM
Once I figure what wood I want...I'll definitely make some for the vent tab, Lid handle, lid bale and  an table lid handle.  !!!!!!!!

What wood would look good on a blue kettle in a ss performer? Anyone have pics?
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: zavod44 on September 15, 2015, 08:47:29 PM
Working on them, should have something this week
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: SmokenJoe on September 15, 2015, 10:18:31 PM
That is truly a thing of beauty.  That color and grain REALLY compliment the kettle color.  I not sure I could ever bring myself to cook on that SS and take the chance I'd discolor/stain my handles :)          SJ
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: MrHoss on September 16, 2015, 12:11:42 PM
Oh my.
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Fishawn on September 26, 2015, 03:32:49 PM
Beauty!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: SmokenJoe on September 26, 2015, 09:45:09 PM
Just imagine, if you can, how INCREDIBLE these would look on a Grass Green Performer Deluxe ...                         SJ
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: feeshrman on September 27, 2015, 07:05:32 AM
Very nice!!
Title: Re: *pics* Custom Snakewood Handle from Zavod44 *pics*
Post by: Cochise on September 27, 2015, 06:13:53 PM
Wow!!!! That looks amazing Z!