RodLab exports MHM settings (does the conversion) as well as doing dynamic conversion of geometries.  I used it to convert a Leonard 38 ACM (1960) 7ft 4wt to a 6ft 2wt which I am currently wor...

I almost exclusively build pentas or heptas so I need to convert every taper. I would recommend either DynaRod or RodLab for conversion as they will do a dynamic deflection conversion. Typically wh...

Yes, the Hexrod is the process that I have been using all along.  Looking forward to the video.

Hi Dan - I think Ric mentioned in one of our Youtube videos something to the effect that there is a video out there on how to do the conversion.  We haven't filmed one of those yet and will pu...

Well, my strips have no apex because of hollow fluting the entire length.  However, I strongly recommend knocking down the apex.  I do that to measure the height of the strips while plani...

I'm looking for the instructional video on "converting any taper" to a MHM taper setting.

@Tim Anderson Thanks, Tim, as always!  Hadn't really considered the double bind, but I'll do it.  That aside, I do pretty much what you're describing. I don't see much of a need to ...

A couple of replies for Yaz.  This is just based on my experience. The enamel side needs to be flat on the anvil in the lengthwise direction over short distances (a broad sweep upwards is nor...

The MHM has been instrumental in the success of Zia~Rods.  I have clients attending my rod making class just because they will be using the MHM.  This new Forum will be a good avenue for ...

Agree completely, Rick. After making 45 rods on planing forms, I inherited a MHM last spring.  One of the early ones. Have updated a lot of it, including locating a recent model plane body.&...

Looking forward to this great new resource of the Morgan handmill community.

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This will keep you busy once the word gets out...

So glad to see this.  We've been waiting quite a while.  Looks great so far.  Nice that there are some subforums.  Looking forward to getting started seriously with making rods ...