that's a good idea I have an auger style bit that will work just great for that. I always say that having a little support for you back makes all the difference in the world when you are camping
I think that’s called bushcraft. Very innovative. Primitive, but it makes a camp more civilized and comfortable and primitive furniture actually sells for a good buck and is very stylish. I have a table that my tv sits on that is made like that and I love it. It was my grandparent’s. We also have a chair or two made similarly and they are really nice. Once you’re able to make joints like that, you can make anything in the way of furniture.
Awesome idea. I'm gotta add a 1 inch auger and a handle system similar to yours to my kit. That'll make camp furniture builds much easier and faster. Thanks!
Hello Lonnie. Thanks a lot for this fantastic video! Very cool self-made auger!! ...and the campfurnitures are also great! Greets from Switzerland Felix
By Golly, Lonnie, That's some great DIY Rustic Furnature Right There & Made not to Break the pocket book either. Thanks Hay Connie & Scratch fer 'ole Buck ATB Ter God Bless
Great video Lonnie. I love woodworking of all kinds. Primitive woodwork is actually better simply because you get the raw character of the wood and an antique look as well. Thanks for sharing and stay safe and warm.
Awesome camp furniture Lonnie! And great information. Homemade tools are always the best. Great auger. I may make one as a back-up to the brace and bit set by Dad gave me 45 years ago. You've inspired me to make a champ chair and table. ATB my friend, Ken
What a cool tool. I have a brace and bit set but never thought of using it this way. I'm headed to ACE!...I grew up camping, fishing and hiking but never learned any bushcraft skills. I used to sit around camp bored with nothing to do...I was limited by my skill set and imagination. Your series has opened up a new world to me. Thank you for some great videos
A new present from Bushcraft Santa! Thanks Lonnie, I have something very similar made up. The bit I carry is an "expansive" bit that has a sliding cutter you can adjust to make different hole sizes. Not the first choice in a workshop, but perfect for a portable kit. It was in a box of old auger bits, screwdrivers, files etc that was being dumped off as a lot in a farm auction that I got for $3. Made by Irwin too! Stay warm, and stay well sir!
I have two different sizes of those expanding bits that you are talking about out at our cabin. Between the two of tehm, a wide range of bit sizes are covered. I may bring one of those back next time out there or else a fixed sized 1 inch bit. It all depends on what size bits I have out there as I can not remember. One of the great things about a removable driver like I made here is that I am free to swap out different sized bits. Like if I build a cot or bunk bed, I can use a large bit for inserting the cross members of the wood frame and then use a small bit to bore a hole through the male and female portion of a joint in order to "pin" the joint in place so it can not back out and fall apart.
Far North Bushcraft And Survival, we are definitely talking about the same type of expansive bit sir, mine was a set of two as well. Not the equal to a fixed sized bit to be sure, but very handy and packable. Pinning bigger pieces works great, particularly if you offset the inner piece hole by about 1/8" to 3/16 so the pin pulls the joint tightly together. It does require a supple bit of wood for the pin and rounding the end so it doesn't get hung up, but makes for a very strong joint. I also bore blind holes that don't go all the way through, and cut a kerf down the dowel just slightly less than the depth of the bored hole, then put a wedge in the kerf with about 1/4" still sticking out. Driving the dowel in seats the wedge as it hits the bottom, and expands the dowel inside the blind hole basically locking it in tightly without glue or any other assistance. Same idea as an axe wedge in the handle. A little work with a gouge or knife to progressively widen the blind hole as it goes in really makes the joint tight, and the wedge trick becomes a mechanical lock rather than friction fit. Both are better suited to longer term campware, but are really effective and simple techniques, that can be adapted to just about any camp/wilderness meddling. Thank you for your reply Lonnie, it means a lot that you take the time and effort. 👍🏻
Lonny your videos are an inspiration for me. Someday I hope to move to Alaska. I want to experience and do the stuff you do with my future wife. She loves this kind of stuff too. But until then I will enjoy watching your videos and live vicariously through you. Have a good one buddy.
I actually have a large old T-handled auger. The last time I used it it was for drilling holes in some tree stumps so that they will rot faster. Now I know how to make t-handled augers in other sizes. That is awesome. You have also inspired me to try to make some of those furnitures. They look cool. Thank you, Lonnie.
Just got an auger myself yesterday, so I was looking for a few ideas for building projects to try out and I would have never thought of cotts! I think I'll try out a chair and a little table maybe first and get the hang hang of it a little better before attempting the cott! But thanks for the idea! I like it! Great video btw thanks for the tips!
I often wanted to make my own bit adapter like yours. I think it is time to give it a go. I have two old bit-braces that I have used often for small projects but would like to have the smaller adapter to carry in the woods. Thanks for sharing Lonnie
This is awesome Lonnie, my dad passed away June 19 2020 and as I was going through his tools I came across some of these bits, so I went to Lowe's got me see 1/2 cap and tee and am making me this for my pack and a good way to have something from my dad in my pack on my backcountry adventures God bless you and your family
Yahoo! All Caught Up! Learned quite a few things in the process. Also had a lot of my thoughts verified Before I tried them, which will save time as I Do things.
Nice build Lonnie I'm still thinking about that moose hunt you did really good this year always enjoy the view Marty good videoAlways your friend Jim Kansas City
Wow Lonnie, you never cease to amaze me, this is such a useful video. It's good knowledge that has been lost to modern ways that we need to revisit and learn from. As life slows down we will have time for doing what was intended initially, all the best to you and Connie.
You remind me of Bob Ross, I feel so relaxed when I watch your videos, it's almost like doing Yoga xD Nonetheless, really informative content, keep it up.
Awesome video, love the learning 👍👍👍 By the way I forgot to follow up with you and tell you I failed on the tipi build. Instruction video worked really well for an improvised version. I think my mistake was not using canvas or some lightweight nylon. So i have a new lightweight silnylon tipi. Gonna speak some time out in the field hot tipi camping. Thanks for the inspiration from 65°N. STN
Brilliant video, I really like the idea of using the natural materials around you to make camp furniture and other useful items without using loads of cordage. I'm Especially interested in using augers for the purpose as no unnatural materials are used, that way they can be left in situ and revisited next time or just left to rot. I would love to see more of this. Keep up the good work buddy, I've been following you for a while and tried some of your ideas in my location Jason from the UK
Nice Lonnie. Really appreciate the informative videos you put out, Love this one. Going to Home Depot tomorrow to pick up the Tee and plugs and a couple bits. Gonna be very useful outdoors (ALWAYS could use a chair,lol) . Thanks again, my Northern friend!
Lonnie, your vids are worth the time because you do original stuff and you're easy to listen to. Cheers from Southern Ontario, Canada.
that's a good idea I have an auger style bit that will work just great for that. I always say that having a little support for you back makes all the difference in the world when you are camping
That is the easiest and cheapest method I have seen yet for making a Scotch eyed auger. Thank you.
Thats the content i was looking for ... And i will be looking back at this in 30 years .... If i got the chance ...
I think that’s called bushcraft. Very innovative. Primitive, but it makes a camp more civilized and comfortable and primitive furniture actually sells for a good buck and is very stylish. I have a table that my tv sits on that is made like that and I love it. It was my grandparent’s. We also have a chair or two made similarly and they are really nice. Once you’re able to make joints like that, you can make anything in the way of furniture.
Sturdy chair!
Woo-hoo! !!! Lonnie's back😃!!!
Awesome tool hack Lonnie. And cool furniture - I definitely need to make some like that for around the cabin
It will be cool to see what you come up with. Eating dinner on the crate is going to get old fast. LOL
great idea, and easy to do. I see a chair in my future for the yard, and save enough money to buy a 6 pack of beer to enjoy along the way!
Nice camp furniture. Enjoyed the brief campfire at the end.
Awesome idea. I'm gotta add a 1 inch auger and a handle system similar to yours to my kit. That'll make camp furniture builds much easier and faster. Thanks!
That is really cool the way you made the New Tool design for Boring out the holes in your furniture. Very Nice Indeed.
Neat outdoors woodworking project, thanks for sharing! :)
Great idea! Norm Abrams would be impressed with your furniture making skills.
I really like watching your videos. Can't wait for the next one. Take care of yourself
Really like the idea of putting the bit into a pvc pipe. I already have the pvc just need to cut it to size tomorrow. Thanks!
Thanks for the video ....Really good idea to have a small part that holds the bit and You can always find a stick for a handle
Hello Lonnie. Thanks a lot for this fantastic video! Very cool self-made auger!! ...and the campfurnitures are also great! Greets from Switzerland
Felix
That's pretty slick. Thank you for all your videos. Much appreciated.
Lonnie, that's treemendous! A nice project for family and friends; even the little ones.
Good work Lonny lovely furniture
Very nice, great handy work
Thanks for sharing another great video.
I love it, Got bless ya'll!
Super idea Lonnie, thanks for sharing this.
Thanks Lonnie. Going to make something like this next week here in NZ
Very neat. I’ve made “pigs” before now I think I may make some chairs. Something great about projects in the woods. Thanks for sharing.
By Golly, Lonnie, That's some great DIY Rustic Furnature Right There & Made not to Break the pocket book either. Thanks Hay Connie & Scratch fer 'ole Buck ATB Ter God Bless
Just in time for winter, need those chairs and tables for camp!
Great Job my Friend!
Nice craftsmanship as always! I have learned so much from you. Thanks for the education.
yr imagination = ,,,, you have no limit .. thanx lon ,....
Nice job on the tool and furniture
Well, I guess it's easier than carrying a brace everywhere. Thanks for the tip. I like rustic furniture.
Such perfect timing for me Lonnie. Been looking for a hand Auger to do exactly what you have shown. Thank You, and a Great Idea for Camp Projects.
Great video Lonnie. I love woodworking of all kinds. Primitive woodwork is actually better simply because you get the raw character of the wood and an antique look as well. Thanks for sharing and stay safe and warm.
Awesome camp furniture Lonnie! And great information. Homemade tools are always the best. Great auger. I may make one as a back-up to the brace and bit set by Dad gave me 45 years ago. You've inspired me to make a champ chair and table. ATB my friend, Ken
The Bob Ross of Bushcraft
Thanks for another great video.You have a lot of skills.
Looks like fun, pretty cool . 👍🇺🇸 . Thanks
What a cool tool. I have a brace and bit set but never thought of using it this way. I'm headed to ACE!...I grew up camping, fishing and hiking but never learned any bushcraft skills. I used to sit around camp bored with nothing to do...I was limited by my skill set and imagination. Your series has opened up a new world to me. Thank you for some great videos
Looks great Lonnie, thanks for idea!!
Really enjoy your videos Lonny!! Keep up the good work
Dobra robota Lonnie.
Nothin like practical, keep up the good vids.
feel like its been forever! glad theres another video
Awesome sir
A new present from Bushcraft Santa! Thanks Lonnie, I have something very similar made up. The bit I carry is an "expansive" bit that has a sliding cutter you can adjust to make different hole sizes. Not the first choice in a workshop, but perfect for a portable kit. It was in a box of old auger bits, screwdrivers, files etc that was being dumped off as a lot in a farm auction that I got for $3. Made by Irwin too! Stay warm, and stay well sir!
I have two different sizes of those expanding bits that you are talking about out at our cabin. Between the two of tehm, a wide range of bit sizes are covered. I may bring one of those back next time out there or else a fixed sized 1 inch bit. It all depends on what size bits I have out there as I can not remember. One of the great things about a removable driver like I made here is that I am free to swap out different sized bits. Like if I build a cot or bunk bed, I can use a large bit for inserting the cross members of the wood frame and then use a small bit to bore a hole through the male and female portion of a joint in order to "pin" the joint in place so it can not back out and fall apart.
Far North Bushcraft And Survival, we are definitely talking about the same type of expansive bit sir, mine was a set of two as well. Not the equal to a fixed sized bit to be sure, but very handy and packable. Pinning bigger pieces works great, particularly if you offset the inner piece hole by about 1/8" to 3/16 so the pin pulls the joint tightly together. It does require a supple bit of wood for the pin and rounding the end so it doesn't get hung up, but makes for a very strong joint. I also bore blind holes that don't go all the way through, and cut a kerf down the dowel just slightly less than the depth of the bored hole, then put a wedge in the kerf with about 1/4" still sticking out. Driving the dowel in seats the wedge as it hits the bottom, and expands the dowel inside the blind hole basically locking it in tightly without glue or any other assistance. Same idea as an axe wedge in the handle. A little work with a gouge or knife to progressively widen the blind hole as it goes in really makes the joint tight, and the wedge trick becomes a mechanical lock rather than friction fit. Both are better suited to longer term campware, but are really effective and simple techniques, that can be adapted to just about any camp/wilderness meddling.
Thank you for your reply Lonnie, it means a lot that you take the time and effort. 👍🏻
You've done it again Lonnie . You've made me believe that I could have a reasonable expectation of success with something new.. Thanks Brian 77
I just found this channel and I can tell I'm gonna like it
Glad you are enjoying the videos and welcome to the channel.
Lonny your videos are an inspiration for me. Someday I hope to move to Alaska. I want to experience and do the stuff you do with my future wife. She loves this kind of stuff too.
But until then I will enjoy watching your videos and live vicariously through you.
Have a good one buddy.
SJ Kandil come on up we can always use more Alaskans. As long as you like the cold support the slope and like guns you’ve got my vote 👍🏻!!!!
Sackmatters I love guns and I cannot stand the heat. Winter and fall are my favorite seasons!
What is the slope?
North slope of Alaska oil fields.
Thanks for another video.
Thanks Lannie loved this!
Nice work Lonnie
Great little project for around camp, thanks for sharing!
I actually have a large old T-handled auger. The last time I used it it was for drilling holes in some tree stumps so that they will rot faster. Now I know how to make t-handled augers in other sizes. That is awesome. You have also inspired me to try to make some of those furnitures. They look cool. Thank you, Lonnie.
Just got an auger myself yesterday, so I was looking for a few ideas for building projects to try out and I would have never thought of cotts! I think I'll try out a chair and a little table maybe first and get the hang hang of it a little better before attempting the cott! But thanks for the idea! I like it! Great video btw thanks for the tips!
I really like the tool thanks for that diy hack.
Some great work Lonnie
A step up in bushcrafting imho
Atb
Steve
Good for fishing too, cool.
genius. Well done sir!
quality video and idea as always, lonnie. thank you. :-)
i just got an Auger today on Christmas. thank you for this video it was VERY helpful.
I hope that you enjoy using your new auger!
thanks!
I often wanted to make my own bit adapter like yours. I think it is time to give it a go. I have two old bit-braces that I have used often for small projects but would like to have the smaller adapter to carry in the woods. Thanks for sharing Lonnie
This is awesome Lonnie, my dad passed away June 19 2020 and as I was going through his tools I came across some of these bits, so I went to Lowe's got me see 1/2 cap and tee and am making me this for my pack and a good way to have something from my dad in my pack on my backcountry adventures God bless you and your family
Yahoo! All Caught Up!
Learned quite a few things in the process.
Also had a lot of my thoughts verified Before I tried them, which will save time as I Do things.
Nice build Lonnie I'm still thinking about that moose hunt you did really good this year always enjoy the view Marty good videoAlways your friend Jim Kansas City
Thanks for sharing
Thanks so much! Awesome instructions!!
Wow.. that's great..
Thanks for the video
Really cool ! Great work sir! You are the real deal my friend ! Peace
Great video content as always Lonnie! May God bless y’all and keep y’all safe! :)
Thank you Lonnie for sharing your knowledge, I think I will make a chair.
I'm so glad that chair didn't break when he sat down on it.
Wow Lonnie, you never cease to amaze me, this is such a useful video. It's good knowledge that has been lost to modern ways that we need to revisit and learn from. As life slows down we will have time for doing what was intended initially, all the best to you and Connie.
Very cool 👍
Excellent video!
Brilliant! Thank you.
Nice universal pocket tool Lonnie. I always learn a lot from you. Thanks as always!
I got an antique hand crank drill at a yard sale for $7 with about 5 bits. Great tool
A skill I now need to start practicing. Thanks so much for the lesson! You're awesome!
Thank you for the idea on making a Scotch-eye Auger!
I'll have to check the hardware store here.
Great alternative
Yep this is Floyd keep up the good work and happy holidays early
Handy for doorpin recesses too.
Thank you for the inspiration. Reminding us of self sufficiency and self reliance. Appreciate it
You remind me of Bob Ross, I feel so relaxed when I watch your videos, it's almost like doing Yoga xD
Nonetheless, really informative content, keep it up.
I think it is his voice. Soothing.
Great stuff
Your videos are packed with knowledge and very peaceful.
I wish only good things for you, Sir
I made the tool he made and it works really well
LOVE your channel
This is interesting Using Creativity
Awesome video, love the learning 👍👍👍
By the way I forgot to follow up with you and tell you I failed on the tipi build. Instruction video worked really well for an improvised version. I think my mistake was not using canvas or some lightweight nylon. So i have a new lightweight silnylon tipi. Gonna speak some time out in the field hot tipi camping.
Thanks for the inspiration from 65°N.
STN
Good Work!
Ha! Great tips! Love the furniture videos! I see you kept your snow? Ours is gone but there is hope we will get more soon!
Brilliant video, I really like the idea of using the natural materials around you to make camp furniture and other useful items without using loads of cordage. I'm Especially interested in using augers for the purpose as no unnatural materials are used, that way they can be left in situ and revisited next time or just left to rot. I would love to see more of this.
Keep up the good work buddy, I've been following you for a while and tried some of your ideas in my location
Jason from the UK
Thanks for watching the videos Jason. Glad to have you here and glad that you are enjoying and learning from the videos.
Amazing Lonnie! I really love your channel. Tks for sharing! Cheers!
You're the man!
Nice Lonnie. Really appreciate the informative videos you put out, Love this one. Going to Home Depot tomorrow to pick up the Tee and plugs and a couple bits. Gonna be very useful outdoors (ALWAYS could use a chair,lol) . Thanks again, my Northern friend!
very cool thank you