Hand-Turned Conductor's Baton

The Conductor's Baton gained widespread use in the early 19th century, as a means to make the movements and direction of the conductor more visible to the orchestra. Light woods and teardrop-shaped handles are customary, with lengths between 10" and 24" most common. Professional conductors often have them custom-made to suit their physical demands and nature of performance.

The baton shown above is with a holly shaft and a purpleheart handle, total length about 15 inches. The shaft should be both light weight and light color. Maple offers a less-expensive alternative to holly. The handle can be any number of woods, from more common woods like walnut, purpleheart, etc. to exotics like rosewood, ebony, or cocobolo. Engraving and pyrography is also available for an additional fee. Email me to discuss specifics.

Price as shown - $60.00. Add a pouch for an additional $10.00

Wood Choice

Maple and Common (walnut, purpleheart, etc) $50.00 Holly and Common (walnut, purpleheart, etc) $60.00 Option 3Maple and Common (walnut, purpleheart, etc), with pouch $60.00 Holly and Common (walnut, purpleheart, etc), with pouch $70.00

Specify wood, shape, etc.

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Mason Jar Gumball Machine - Hand-Turned Wood

Mason-Jar gumball machines come in many shapes and sizes. This one is made from solid pine, and hand-turned to set it apart from other designs. A hidden catch keeps the mechanism from coming out - just push it in and pull it out for another piece of candy - no coin required (your kids will like that part. In fact, this little project is one my kids don't want me to sell - they want it for themselves. Don't worry, though, I will make more...)

Choose your finish, or choose maple or walnut or other hardwoods if you want to make it fancy. A perfect gift for Mom's rustic decor, or dad's desk at work.

Wood Choice

Pine & Stain $25.00 Maple and Polish $45.00 Walnut and Polish $45.00 Other Hardwood (email me for availability) $55.00

Price does not include jar - special shipping for glass makes it cheaper for you to buy a box of 12 at your nearest grocery store. I can add it if you want, just let me know. By clicking on "Order Now," buyer agrees to these terms.