Michael Lindgren wrote:

>(clip)  Then I leave the handle in the lathe
> and do a test fit.  I just put the chisel loosely on the handle and wiggle
> it and rotate a bit to find where it is tigh loose.  The rust on the inside
> leaves good marks on the wood where you should remove material.  When I am
> close to having a snug fit I work with a file and the lathe turning
> slowly(the only way mine turns in any case).  When I am happy I cut the
> handle blank off, (clip)

Leo followed up with:
> ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
> There are a few ways to fit the taper to the socket.  One way I would like
> to mention is to hold the chisel in your hand, and with the wood spinning in
> the lathe, press it gently onto the taper, until you see smoke.  Then take a
> light cut to remove the blackened wood, and press it on for another try.  In
> a few cycles, you can produce an excellent fit.
>

    OK, you have the proto chisel handle in the lathe between centers.
How do you fit the chisel on the taper to smoke 'er on?

Regards,
Steve