Index guide for glue-up and partially completed piece ready to be mounted on lathe.
Partially completed blank mounted on lathe with segment positioning guide.

Glue applied edge of segment and placed using guide. Glue up complete and ready for turning.

Shaping outside with bowl gouge. Inside completed with Stewart armbrace and hooker tool.
Thank you so much for the very informative demonstration. If you wish to learn more visit Bill's web site.
www.smithart.us There you can find additional information on techniques. Bill uses and includes patterns
that can be used for various segmented ring sizes, etc. Also check out his book that has a ton of info.