Thank you Mr. Perfect Dressed for dinner at a fancy restaurant and making perfect mortise cuts! Great video. New to wood working, didnt know you needed the drill to use the mortise bit! Thank you!
The mortising machine is a luxury. Developed skill using a mortising chisel and wood mallet is very satisfying, too. I use through-tenons as often as possible, so chiseling is still part of the process. In the end...... whatever keeps a person off the couch and in the shop--- that is the superior technique. I know many who have a greater shop than I........ The works speaks volumes for itself. 200 years from now they will know you as great great great grandpa. 😆 He built this. By hand! 💜
Good one Jon! Not owning a Mortising machine, I use an appropriate sized drill bit to hog out most of the material first. Then follow up with a mallet & chisel to define the edges. This takes a bit longer but works out in the end..................... :)
This press has worked like a charm for my projects th-cam.com/users/postUgkxajoEbapTfqWaadnqb04h6U576yxXp-FE . I didn't even secure it to my table top, mainly due to the fact that I was using a 15 lbs drill vise. It's not flimsy at all as to what others have claimed it to be. Make sure the locking nuts and levers are secured and there won't be any issues with light pressure and patience. I was able to drill through aluminum, plastic, and steel (steel took a while) with no problems at all. Yeah it took a little longer than a regular drill press, but I don't have the space OR the money for one.The instruction manual was worthless, but luckily assembling the press was intuitive. However, the manual would be good for ordering replacement parts if needed. There is a nice breakdown of the parts that are included in the kit. Before ordering, make sure it is compatible with your unit, it is clearly stated what models the press is compatible with.This was an excellent purchase for $40!!
In 2 other videos I watched they stressed that you should not chisel into 3 sides at once, only 4 or 2. Your technique is causing the chisel to move toward the open side and could bend your chisel.
Thanks for the tutorial Jon. For some reason I cannot punch through. I made sure the depth is set correctly, but the square chisel gets stuck. Am I just not pulling the lever hard enough?
cool machine, looks like a drill bit cuts out most of the wood and the square mortise bit kind of chissles out the rest? hard to see how ti exactly works?
Hi Jon, Sorry for the newbie questions, but I have never used a machine like this before. It looks as if there is a drill bit inside the square hollow chisel, and that the machine is more or less a modified drill press. So what cuts the corners of the square hole? Is it the strength of the operator pressing down on the lever? How often do you have to sharpen the chisel? And how do you do that? Isn't the beveled blade surface on the inside of the chisel? Do you have a special stone to sharpen it?
Yes brute force cuts the side walls square. Mortising machines have much more leverage than your normal shop drill press. I use ceramic abrasive ball or cone stones of the correct size to sharpen them. They can be chucked into a drill or die grinder. There may be some Dremel stones that will work too. VERY quick and easy to sharpen this way. Never sharpen the outside of the chisel. If you do, it will quickly wedge itself into your next workpiece. You won't be able to cut to full depth and the chisel will be nearly impossible to extract. But to work properly, they MUST be extremely sharp.
Hi Jon--Great video as always--i have the exact same machine and have not used it yet--now I know how--thanks a bunch--do you have--or are you planning on a video that shows how you make the tenons for the mortises you cut on this video--Thanks
Great video, very informative! I need to drill a couple of holes in a very specific location on a fixed piece, which would require me to have to use a hand drill. Can I use this bit with a hand drill?
I wondered the same thing, and why he drew arrows limiting which faces of the piece (in this instance, the leg) he positioned against the fence. Flipping over the leg would mean placing a "no arrow" face of the piece against the fence, but I don't understand why that would be a problem.
Thanks for doing this video Jon, I've been toying with the idea of getting one of these. How accurate are they? Or maybe a better question is, have you ever used it and wished it was just a little more on point?
This may be wishful thinking but is there anything (a bit or some sort) out there that does this job that would connect to a drill press??? i know I can take a bit or forstner bit and take out the bulk and then come back with a chisel and square it all up. Just didnt know if there was a square style "bit" that could be used.
I have an old atlas drillpress, and a mortising attachment that works in exactly the same way as a dedicated machine. I believe they are available for other makes, as well.
The chisel must be square to the fence. I had a problem with a certain chisel turning slightly while under use, resulting in cuts that were not in line. I took my chisels to a grinding shop and had flats ground in the attachment ends parallel to one of the flats at the cutting ends. The lock screw now tightens against the flat ground spot and the chisels no longer twist even slightly under load. Cutting one or two holes didn't mean much but the problem arose with use. Mortising machines like the one shown takes practice. Good cuts don't magically appear out of the air just because you used the machine, and chisels get dull with use. "Good cuts" with mortising chisels will never be as clean as those made with a plunge router. Don't be shocked when that happens since in tbe end they are covered ip. This next point is not the object of the video, but it is worth mentioning. Far too often we level a table or radial saw top without paying any attention to the base. You MUST level the base to your floor first, then level the top. Failing to do it is a common problem that appears when your compound cuts aren't exactly as "compound" as you intended to make them. They don't line up and you wonder why. It's difficult to conceptualize but that's how it works. Good video.
Thank you Mr. Perfect
Dressed for dinner at a fancy restaurant and making perfect mortise cuts!
Great video. New to wood working, didnt know you needed the drill to use the mortise bit!
Thank you!
The mortising machine is a luxury. Developed skill using a mortising chisel and wood mallet is very satisfying, too. I use through-tenons as often as possible, so chiseling is still part of the process. In the end...... whatever keeps a person off the couch and in the shop--- that is the superior technique. I know many who have a greater shop than I........
The works speaks volumes for itself. 200 years from now they will know you as great great great grandpa. 😆 He built this. By hand! 💜
Jon, yet another fabulous video! I always enjoy the various techniques you use. I have spent hours checking out your vids. Great job once again!
I love this machine. Seeing one of these kinda got me into wood working. I was ridiculously excited to see this video posted. High five to that.
Good one Jon! Not owning a Mortising machine, I use an appropriate sized drill bit to hog out most of the material first. Then follow up with a mallet & chisel to define the edges. This takes a bit longer but works out in the end..................... :)
Yep this is the Best joint from the Past, I went for a floor standing mortise machine , It is a Beast but I make entry doors and furniture.
Thanks for doing this video Jon, I've been toying with the idea of getting one of these.
It's time to install my old Delta mortising tool on my drill press. Thanks Jon.
This press has worked like a charm for my projects th-cam.com/users/postUgkxajoEbapTfqWaadnqb04h6U576yxXp-FE . I didn't even secure it to my table top, mainly due to the fact that I was using a 15 lbs drill vise. It's not flimsy at all as to what others have claimed it to be. Make sure the locking nuts and levers are secured and there won't be any issues with light pressure and patience. I was able to drill through aluminum, plastic, and steel (steel took a while) with no problems at all. Yeah it took a little longer than a regular drill press, but I don't have the space OR the money for one.The instruction manual was worthless, but luckily assembling the press was intuitive. However, the manual would be good for ordering replacement parts if needed. There is a nice breakdown of the parts that are included in the kit. Before ordering, make sure it is compatible with your unit, it is clearly stated what models the press is compatible with.This was an excellent purchase for $40!!
looking forward to seeing the finished table.
I cant wait to see this table! I love the legs; they remind me of some of your very first videos where you found the legs in that barn in Vermont.
I think that was my first project
I always learn something useful in your videos. Nice job, again. Best wishes.
In 2 other videos I watched they stressed that you should not chisel into 3 sides at once, only 4 or 2. Your technique is causing the chisel to move toward the open side and could bend your chisel.
Great video Jon. What a nice tool to have in the shop that saves a huge amount of time!
Great video, Jon. Thanks for sharing.
This is a really useful video. Thanks.
Thanks for the tutorial Jon. For some reason I cannot punch through. I made sure the depth is set correctly, but the square chisel gets stuck. Am I just not pulling the lever hard enough?
cool machine, looks like a drill bit cuts out most of the wood and the square mortise bit kind of chissles out the rest? hard to see how ti exactly works?
Thank you very much
Nice tip with the arrows
I’m curious where I might find the drill press fence with hold down clamp
I have a square bit, but dont have that machine...could I use the bit in a normal drill press?
How many amps is your machine pushing for the 3/8” to work nicely and what would you want, power wise, to use a 1/2” or even an 1” mortise?
Just bought my first square mortising chisel. However the square part is actually spinning with round bit. I have never seen this before. Any ideas?
Got some cheap mortising bits and my chisel part of the bit spins and raises and lowers freely with the turning drill bit. Suggestions?
Same with mine. I’ve never seen that before and I have no idea how to fix it 🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️
Thanks for the tips, Jon.
What is the machine name ?? I really need it
Very useful tutorial
Hi Jon,
Sorry for the newbie questions, but I have never used a machine like this before. It looks as if there is a drill bit inside the square hollow chisel, and that the machine is more or less a modified drill press. So what cuts the corners of the square hole? Is it the strength of the operator pressing down on the lever? How often do you have to sharpen the chisel? And how do you do that? Isn't the beveled blade surface on the inside of the chisel? Do you have a special stone to sharpen it?
Hi Ed , I’ll post a more detailed video soon
Yes brute force cuts the side walls square. Mortising machines have much more leverage than your normal shop drill press. I use ceramic abrasive ball or cone stones of the correct size to sharpen them. They can be chucked into a drill or die grinder. There may be some Dremel stones that will work too. VERY quick and easy to sharpen this way. Never sharpen the outside of the chisel. If you do, it will quickly wedge itself into your next workpiece. You won't be able to cut to full depth and the chisel will be nearly impossible to extract. But to work properly, they MUST be extremely sharp.
what holds the square chisel. how do you chuck both peices. th e drill bit and the chisel?
Hi Jon--Great video as always--i have the exact same machine and have not used it yet--now I know how--thanks a bunch--do you have--or are you planning on a video that shows how you make the tenons for the mortises you cut on this video--Thanks
Great video, very informative! I need to drill a couple of holes in a very specific location on a fixed piece, which would require me to have to use a hand drill. Can I use this bit with a hand drill?
Negative
Can this do with a hand drill ?
Would it be quicker to use a router first and use the Mortiser to make the final Cuts on the ends?
John can you do the same mortises with a regular table drill or you need a dedicated machín please replay thank you
You’re asking if you can drill square holes on a drill press?
Fine instruction and film
Thanks for the info Jon! 👍👊
Question from a newbie.....If the mortise is centered, why not simply swap the leg end-for-end instead of moving the fence?
I wondered the same thing, and why he drew arrows limiting which faces of the piece (in this instance, the leg) he positioned against the fence. Flipping over the leg would mean placing a "no arrow" face of the piece against the fence, but I don't understand why that would be a problem.
Thanks for doing this video Jon, I've been toying with the idea of getting one of these. How accurate are they? Or maybe a better question is, have you ever used it and wished it was just a little more on point?
This one does a pretty good job but there are better ones out there
Great video Jon! Thanks for sharing.👍😎JP
Did you happen to make a video of the leg build?
👍👍👍👍awesome video !!! Thanks
Thanks!
Would you show the process of putting the chisel and drill bit into the mortise machine? Thanks.
Will do
I love Your channel
This may be wishful thinking but is there anything (a bit or some sort) out there that does this job that would connect to a drill press??? i know I can take a bit or forstner bit and take out the bulk and then come back with a chisel and square it all up. Just didnt know if there was a square style "bit" that could be used.
I think there is but some people will say there difficult to work with
I have an old atlas drillpress, and a mortising attachment that works in exactly the same way as a dedicated machine. I believe they are available for other makes, as well.
Seems like a video on mortiser basics would have more in it than just watching you use it.
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The chisel must be square to the fence. I had a problem with a certain chisel turning slightly while under use, resulting in cuts that were not in line. I took my chisels to a grinding shop and had flats ground in the attachment ends parallel to one of the flats at the cutting ends. The lock screw now tightens against the flat ground spot and the chisels no longer twist even slightly under load. Cutting one or two holes didn't mean much but the problem arose with use. Mortising machines like the one shown takes practice. Good cuts don't magically appear out of the air just because you used the machine, and chisels get dull with use. "Good cuts" with mortising chisels will never be as clean as those made with a plunge router. Don't be shocked when that happens since in tbe end they are covered ip.
This next point is not the object of the video, but it is worth mentioning. Far too often we level a table or radial saw top without paying any attention to the base. You MUST level the base to your floor first, then level the top. Failing to do it is a common problem that appears when your compound cuts aren't exactly as "compound" as you intended to make them. They don't line up and you wonder why. It's difficult to conceptualize but that's how it works.
Good video.
My next step on my workbench is cutting some mortises on my mortiser. I’ll remember your arrows when I do.
Por favor dónde consigo esa máquina . Soy de Perú . Alguien q me pueda vender .
I want to buy this machine , please give me the company details
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Great thank you
Wish I had seen that video before I sold my Morticer , didn’t occur to me to use narrower chisels duhh.
thank you
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Bro looks like Gordan Ramsey if he was a carpenter💀
lol I get that from time to time 😂 not bad I’ll take it.
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How big is this table? The legs looks like a 16 seater. Ha ha ha