Tapering Twisted Candlesticks (continued)

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At the tailstock, the offset is 30mm. The yellow tape marks the end of turning

The twist and taper can be seen if the light is just right. Another 1mm to go.

The pair of candlesticks before the finishing cuts and removal of the tenons

Central mounting between headstock and tailstock to form a spigot at the base

A spigot (with a dovetail) is turned at the headstock end

A fine 5mm hole is drilled through the tenon and a few mm beyond