I’m just now seeing this video I hav had a lathe for about 4 months now and broke my leg 2 1/2 months ago and decided to make a cane I like your steady rest
First off I loved this two part video, I have been turning for a few years and you showed me a couple of things that were new. Second I really appreciate your humor,I have a relative in Southern Indiana with the same last name and he has a similar way about him. Thanks for this.
The center support is absolutely ingenious! It's so beautiful to see raw wood turned to an object of practical art. I've been debating what hobby to take up now that I have a job that allows me to have a hobby, and I think this might help me settle the question.
David, thank you so much! Good luck with your turning. I have moved and do not currently have a shop but hope to be able to rent something and post more videos soon.
Thank you for your kind comments! My father is now 91 and will not leave home without that cane. Seeing him use it makes me very proud. I have recently moved and do not have a shop where I live, but hope to get one in the near future. I really do miss my stress reducer!
Im an 'Englishter', ehehe :) and in DT at school i was always told to put the guide that you rest the tools on as close to the wood as possible for safety reasons and also to give the best detail and control because the pivot point in your front hand is very close to the wood meaning you can get very accurate movement and nice long leverage.
Thank you so much! Actually, that name came from an old TV show that I love. The character was Malcom Merriweather and he came from Eckmandwike England, or so he said. Anyway, I like ya'll!
David... I could not understand what the information was on the two wheels in the wood box were called or where they came from. Also... what size are the wheels? I need to build such a box. Thanks
Realise this video is a few years old but hoping you receive new comments. Am relatively new to turning so forgive my ignorance - is there a general rule of thumb regarding thickness in ratio to length for a cane/walking stick. Would like to have a go at making one but am concerned if its too thick it will be unsightly and if course too thin and its unsafe?
Thanks for watching Leigh! I made it roughly the same size as the canes sold in stores. Since I had laminated another wood in the center, I thought that would add some strength also. Good luck with your project! If you have any other questions, feel free to ask. Dave
Unfortunately, I do not have any plans for my steady rest. As a matter of fact I have given up woodworking. The noise and dust just got too much for me to handle. Thank you for watching my videos!
Use a straightedge against the wood when you have it round. Mark the high spots. You can use the straightedge while the lathe is turning but be careful. Alternatively, use your tool rest as a straightedge. I find it far easier to look over the top of the wood than down through the tool rest space, though.
Your manifest delight with the spiral + texture cutter made and kept me smiling. I am considering getting one. Not an inexpensive tool (especially if one feels compelled to get the large set), but it can do what I want to get done -- as show in your video and in others. *Englishter* -- th-cam.com/video/2O6eoJIwG38/w-d-xo.html The only use of the word I could -easily- find (and the one you referenced). :-) Wow, quite a different place TV land was. *Taken from Wikipedia:* _Despite only appearing in five episodes during the series' entire run, Ernest T. Bass is one of The Andy Griffith Show's best remembered characters, and remains a fan favorite. Morris, along with Griffith, Knotts, and many other cast members reprised his role in the 1986 TV movie Return to Mayberry._ _Ernest T. Bass' rock-throwing exploits are commemorated in the Natural Science sections of some museums and universities in the U.S. with "Ernest T. Bass Day," in which people who have stones they are unable to identify are encouraged to bring them in for inspection. This usually takes place on April 1, when Bass is believed to have celebrated his birthday on the show._
+Steve Anderson Thank you Steve for the GREAT comment! The spiraling tool does take some practice, but it is one of my favorite tools. I've been waiting for someone to notice my reference to my favorite character of all time, Ernest T. Bass. He said that when describing Malcom Merriwether. I love the black and white episodes of The Andy Griffith Show!
“Englishster”
Bravo.
Love from Ireland 🇮🇪
I’m just now seeing this video I hav had a lathe for about 4 months now and broke my leg 2 1/2 months ago and decided to make a cane I like your steady rest
First off I loved this two part video, I have been turning for a few years and you showed me a couple of things that were new. Second I really appreciate your humor,I have a relative in Southern Indiana with the same last name and he has a similar way about him. Thanks for this.
The center support is absolutely ingenious! It's so beautiful to see raw wood turned to an object of practical art. I've been debating what hobby to take up now that I have a job that allows me to have a hobby, and I think this might help me settle the question.
That centre support is absolutely genius. Good stuff! I really want to build a lathe now... =D
Turning has kept my sanity many times when things were very bad!
Dave
David, thank you so much! Good luck with your turning. I have moved and do not currently have a shop but hope to be able to rent something and post more videos soon.
Thank you for watching! My Dad turns 91 on Friday and the cane is one of his most prized things! I am honored!
Dave
Thank you for your kind comments! My father is now 91 and will not leave home without that cane. Seeing him use it makes me very proud.
I have recently moved and do not have a shop where I live, but hope to get one in the near future. I really do miss my stress reducer!
Im an 'Englishter', ehehe :) and in DT at school i was always told to put the guide that you rest the tools on as close to the wood as possible for safety reasons and also to give the best detail and control because the pivot point in your front hand is very close to the wood meaning you can get very accurate movement and nice long leverage.
Your work is amazing I plan on making one soon!
You're welcome. It was a good job and good video. I turn mini Birdhouses and Ornaments. Turning is fun!!!
Great Job and very Good video. Keep it up.
thanks that is a great idea you are a wood wizard
daryl
I think the outer pieces were about 1' thick and the center piece was about 3/8". Thanks for watching! Dave
love this David!
Well this Englishter liked this video very much! :)
Thank you so much! Actually, that name came from an old TV show that I love. The character was Malcom Merriweather and he came from Eckmandwike England, or so he said. Anyway, I like ya'll!
David... I could not understand what the information was on the two wheels in the wood box were called or where they came from. Also... what size are the wheels? I need to build such a box. Thanks
Thank you very much! Good luck. Any questions, let me know. Dave
Hi what were the dimensions (thicknesses) of the wood you laminated together for both the cane and the handle? Great video many thanks!
OOOHHH WEEE THAT'S BOOOTEEFULLL
Do you have any plans for more woodwork videos? It's a relaxing thing to have on while doing work!
Realise this video is a few years old but hoping you receive new comments.
Am relatively new to turning so forgive my ignorance - is there a general rule of thumb regarding thickness in ratio to length for a cane/walking stick. Would like to have a go at making one but am concerned if its too thick it will be unsightly and if course too thin and its unsafe?
Thanks for watching Leigh! I made it roughly the same size as the canes sold in stores. Since I had laminated another wood in the center, I thought that would add some strength also. Good luck with your project! If you have any other questions, feel free to ask. Dave
very nice!
Do you have a drawing or plan for your steady rest
Unfortunately, I do not have any plans for my steady rest. As a matter of fact I have given up woodworking. The noise and dust just got too much for me to handle. Thank you for watching my videos!
@@muckamoo2 sorry to hear that. Take care of your health. That is important
Any suggestions on getting it to the same diameter along the length?
Very light cuts. I just mostly watch the top edge closely and then use my calipers. Thanks for watching! Dave
Use a straightedge against the wood when you have it round. Mark the high spots. You can use the straightedge while the lathe is turning but be careful. Alternatively, use your tool rest as a straightedge. I find it far easier to look over the top of the wood than down through the tool rest space, though.
your purty good "preacher"..................................JS*
Thank you!
what are the wheels 4
Your manifest delight with the spiral + texture cutter made and kept me smiling. I am considering getting one. Not an inexpensive tool (especially if one feels compelled to get the large set), but it can do what I want to get done -- as show in your video and in others.
*Englishter* -- th-cam.com/video/2O6eoJIwG38/w-d-xo.html
The only use of the word I could -easily- find (and the one you referenced). :-)
Wow, quite a different place TV land was.
*Taken from Wikipedia:*
_Despite only appearing in five episodes during the series' entire run, Ernest T. Bass is one of The Andy Griffith Show's best remembered characters, and remains a fan favorite. Morris, along with Griffith, Knotts, and many other cast members reprised his role in the 1986 TV movie Return to Mayberry._
_Ernest T. Bass' rock-throwing exploits are commemorated in the Natural Science sections of some museums and universities in the U.S. with "Ernest T. Bass Day," in which people who have stones they are unable to identify are encouraged to bring them in for inspection. This usually takes place on April 1, when Bass is believed to have celebrated his birthday on the show._
+Steve Anderson Thank you Steve for the GREAT comment! The spiraling tool does take some practice, but it is one of my favorite tools. I've been waiting for someone to notice my reference to my favorite character of all time, Ernest T. Bass. He said that when describing Malcom Merriwether. I love the black and white episodes of The Andy Griffith Show!
Oops, my bad. I saw "lathe turned walking cane" and thought that a lathe was converted into a walking cane.
tomblanco2001 No problem! That would be a fun project though!
Makes me sorry my lathe is only 16" between centers...