In response to your initial question, "Did I focus on the right spot", I'd say yes, your focus is good. What I find could be improved is the exposure. The shavings, where focused, seem to be blown out a bit, overexposed if you will.
It's an interesting subject as I stated previously, but intriguing also. Maybe try the shot again with a few different exposure settings, and maybe from a couple of different angles. Directly above looking down, lower down so you are almost level with the subject.
Might I inquire as to which lens you used? Could it have been opened up a bit more than 5.6?
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