Thanks Ashley, I have been practising with the one I bought from you last month, it came all the way back to Australia with me! I turned a big handle for it and used it turning the inside of a large green Tuart bowl blank. Took a while for me to get comfortable with the bevel but got there in the end. Interesting to see the near upright attitude of the flute in your video, I will keep that in mind too. Previously I have used scrapers for bowl bottoms, but that is a bit difficult in really deep bowls, which is why I bought the bottom finisher from you.
i stumbled on one of your videos and you said to not let anything stand in your way to accomplish your goal so you inspired me to go back to school to get my pilot license witch has always been my dream so i just wonted to thank you for your inspiration.
Congratulations on starting your own tool line. And I'm happy to know that they are American made. I hope that your new design wins a patent and becomes the new standard.
I am a subscriber and I used a lathe in school but never made a bowl or knew there were different tools that had to be used on the left or right side of the center. Thanks for the instruction and passing on the knowledge. PS I used the Lathe 40 years ago. If I had planted a few trees when I Graduated from school I would have trees to turn now if I had a lathe . Thanks for the upload.
I am so happy you finally got to release the new bottom bowl gouge I have been looking forward to seeing how it was gonna turn out. I have loved your set of tools I got at your class and I feel so honored that I was in the first class that used you new line of tools. I cant wait to order the new bottom bowl gouge. Can't wait to see what you will add to your line of tools next. Keep up the wonderful work and inspiring others like you have inspired me in your wonderful craft.
I like the idea of the hollow handles that can be filled with loose shot or sand -- seems like that would be great at absorbing vibrations. You go Ashley!
Ashley, time to call a spade a spade, we do not watch your channel because of your smile, or ability, we only watch your channel because you cover the cameraman in shavings 😍. You have a most wonderful timber in your voice that is perfect for teaching. May the new tool business take off and make you a very humble person ( I was going to say wealthy, however, wealth is just a position on Wall Street.) Love your videos. Keep smiling, it makes people wonder what you are up to!!!!
Well done. Thank you for producing your tools in America. Made in the USA matters. Wish you much success and I will be picking up some of your tools. :)
Nice bottom feeder. I was just thinking I needed one. The 40/40 just doesn't have the angle to cut that grain. Need like 70 degrees. Thanks for sharing.
Hello Ashley, your tools are looking fantastic. High quality, ridgit and very robust. I have a question according to the grip of the tool handle. Is it not more comfortable to place the elbow on the handle? I'm sure there is a reason why you do it this way, but I think over a long period of time it might cause shoulder problems. What do you think?
No, actually, I find I have better control this way. If you have your elbow on top of the handle, then any time the end kicks up, the force would be transferred to your shoulder- more of a chance for injury.
I just started getting into turning and am trying to learn as much as I can about tools before investing in tools and a lathe. Information like this is extremely helpful. I will be looking at the tools on your website. Thank you.
Hello Ashley, im your follower time ago, congratulations for your channel, all times important things what learn from you, can you tell me the brand of the gadget what uses to save the center of the blanks? The one to do coring, thanks pretty.
Hi Ashley see that you have 3 bevels on your bottom feeder and I'm curious what CBN wheel grid do you recommend to sharpen your tools. Looking forward to seeing you at Totally Turning 2022 in Saratoga Springs, NY March 26th and 27th and assume you'll have your new tool line up there.
Can you dy a video on more of your tools and some options when buying them like can you just get a handle and a couple off tools to fit one handle or if I want to make my own handle what r some options
I have a question is it only certain woods that you turn that you have to wear your filtration mask because I noticed you don't use it all the time I am starting to turn wood with and old friend of ours it has been fun and relaxing
Nice changes! I love my Thompson gouges, both my 40/40 v-gouge, and my bottom gouge. But, the flute on the Thompson bottom gouge is just a tad too long which, as you said, introduces some vibration when I’m hanging out over the toolrest too far. Looking forward to getting my hands on this Ashley! Long time watcher, first time commenter….I think…. Lol Great video!
I was just looking at your tools look great. My only problem I wish I could afford them. I know the quality is great but sometimes I have to keep using my cheaper tools.
Pero qué BELLEZA de mujer y cuánta pasión por la tornería y las herramientas que en ella se usan! Sinceras felicitaciones y adelante. Saludo cordial desde Reynosa Tamaulipas México!!!
They say diamonds are a girl's best friend. With your contacts, you should consider making diamond coated turning tools. The technology is available now and a turning tool that never needs to be sharpened would be heaven for many people.
Okay, so you didn’t use my name suggestion even though that puppy is a beast. However, The Finisher is an excellent name. Now for the real questions: What angle do you recommend for the grind? Do you use (or recommend) a jig or do you grind by hand like your 40/40?
You mentioned having good tool steel but I see an M2 mark on the tool you show. If you want the tool to hold it's cutting edge, why don't you just get the 10V from Doug? He has 3/4 and all you should need to do is tell him how you want it cut.
I worked with Doug for years! He makes a great product and runs a good business. It was simply time for me to make my own. And as far as the tool steel- I have learned so much about how not all M2 is alike. It depends a lot on the heat treating process. There’s a big difference between the different M2 tools on the market. I think you’d be pleasantly surprised.
The steel choice is a deal breaker for me, I haven't had any M2 tools that would hold an edge very long. I would buy one of these if they were made from 10V or M42.
This particular tool is only used in that one spot on the bowl. You should only have to sharpen it once per bowl at the most. To make this design in 10V would have been insanely expensive, and in my estimation not worth the extra expense. These tools register between 62-64 Rockwell. I haven’t tested any other M2 tools on the market that register that hardness. In fact, some tools are around 58-60 in the flute area but only 20 Rockwell back by the handle. Different heat treating methods make a big difference!
That super long handle seems a bit ridiculous really. Maybe the physics of the leverage it provides works in theory, but it all just looks wrong. Even during the demo, just seemed awkwardly long and far away from the bowl. Maybe a shorter, but heavier handle would fit better.
Double thumbs down, the only thing you have done is sold your soul. You don’t have the knowledge to design a tool. Someone grabbed you and they decided to put your name on it. No one needs a 4ft handle to turn wood. Look at your video again, you had a death grip on that tool and your right hand was jumping around. Thumbs DOWN ?????????????????
Well the 4ft handle is needed to keep the 5-1 leverage off the tool rest. She was also experimenting with the tool in this video about how far off the rest it could go so I'd definitely keep a good grip of it. And she's one of the most qualified people to design a tool for bowl turning. She's made thousands or something
why does a pretty girl want to turn wood ? Seems odd to me . Well, you make your own choices and go with them. Be careful, those lathes can throw wood like a rocket !
In what universe does looks dictate whether or not someone should want to turn wood or not? Your perspective is what's truly odd. She's a very experienced woodturner and well aware of the dangers.
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I recently purchased the Finisher from your website. I can't believe the smooth cut that I achieved the first time that I used it! It was magical!
Great, what happens when you have to regrind
Thanks Ashley, I have been practising with the one I bought from you last month, it came all the way back to Australia with me! I turned a big handle for it and used it turning the inside of a large green Tuart bowl blank. Took a while for me to get comfortable with the bevel but got there in the end. Interesting to see the near upright attitude of the flute in your video, I will keep that in mind too. Previously I have used scrapers for bowl bottoms, but that is a bit difficult in really deep bowls, which is why I bought the bottom finisher from you.
i stumbled on one of your videos and you said to not let anything stand in your way to accomplish your goal so you inspired me to go back to school to get my pilot license witch has always been my dream so i just wonted to thank you for your inspiration.
Congratulations on starting your own tool line. And I'm happy to know that they are American made. I hope that your new design wins a patent and becomes the new standard.
Thanks so much!!! I hope so too 🙏🏻
Now cost twice as much for the same thing !!!
Thank you for all the videos. They are very well done and very instructional.
I am a subscriber and I used a lathe in school but never made a bowl or knew there were different tools that had to be used on the left or right side of the center. Thanks for the instruction and passing on the knowledge. PS I used the Lathe 40 years ago. If I had planted a few trees when I Graduated from school I would have trees to turn now if I had a lathe . Thanks for the upload.
I am so happy you finally got to release the new bottom bowl gouge I have been looking forward to seeing how it was gonna turn out. I have loved your set of tools I got at your class and I feel so honored that I was in the first class that used you new line of tools. I cant wait to order the new bottom bowl gouge. Can't wait to see what you will add to your line of tools next. Keep up the wonderful work and inspiring others like you have inspired me in your wonderful craft.
Thank you so very much!!! That is so very nice to hear 😊 It warms my teacher heart
I like the idea of the hollow handles that can be filled with loose shot or sand -- seems like that would be great at absorbing vibrations. You go Ashley!
🧐 Even after centuries of innovation in woodturning, in 🇫🇷 🇬🇧 🇺🇸, it continues even today. Amazing ! 😃
Those tools are beautiful !
Ashley, time to call a spade a spade, we do not watch your channel because of your smile, or ability, we only watch your channel because you cover the cameraman in shavings 😍.
You have a most wonderful timber in your voice that is perfect for teaching. May the new tool business take off and make you a very humble person ( I was going to say wealthy, however, wealth is just a position on Wall Street.) Love your videos. Keep smiling, it makes people wonder what you are up to!!!!
Great tool knowledge and experience. Its refreshing that you're going into depth with things and sharing this!
That's fantastic news, best of luck in this endeavor
Well done. Thank you for producing your tools in America. Made in the USA matters. Wish you much success and I will be picking up some of your tools. :)
Thanks Ashley. I trust your expertise/knowledge. Looks like the "finisher" will be a tool of choice.
I think I'm in love. And the tool looks good, too!
Love your videos just getting into turning myself. thanks for the inspiration to keep going out and make something.
Wow! That thing looks like a pool cue! I can't wait to get mine...order in!
Whoooo Hooooo!! Its here!! Gotta get my order in before they sell out!!
Haha thanks Brenda!! 😊
Great video Ashley and I can't wait to go and see your new tools 👍👍👍
I am lucky enough to have a set of your tools. I LOVE them. I am happy that you have ventured into making your own tools. Bravo, Ashley!
Thanks so much Joey!
Nice bottom feeder. I was just thinking I needed one. The 40/40 just doesn't have the angle to cut that grain. Need like 70 degrees. Thanks for sharing.
Congratulations!!!!
It looks like turning tools have advanced a bit since me shop class days in the late seventies.
Very nice bowl 🥣 👌
Was it purely a cost consideration that you chose to go with M2 steel versus cpm10v for this tool?
Hello Ashley, your tools are looking fantastic. High quality, ridgit and very robust.
I have a question according to the grip of the tool handle. Is it not more comfortable to place the elbow on the handle?
I'm sure there is a reason why you do it this way, but I think over a long period of time it might cause shoulder problems.
What do you think?
Ich warte dann mal auf ein Testvideo 😉
No, actually, I find I have better control this way. If you have your elbow on top of the handle, then any time the end kicks up, the force would be transferred to your shoulder- more of a chance for injury.
Nice
I just started getting into turning and am trying to learn as much as I can about tools before investing in tools and a lathe. Information like this is extremely helpful. I will be looking at the tools on your website. Thank you.
Hello Ashley, im your follower time ago, congratulations for your channel, all times important things what learn from you, can you tell me the brand of the gadget what uses to save the center of the blanks? The one to do coring, thanks pretty.
Hi Ashley see that you have 3 bevels on your bottom feeder and I'm curious what CBN wheel grid do you recommend to sharpen your tools. Looking forward to seeing you at Totally Turning 2022 in Saratoga Springs, NY March 26th and 27th and assume you'll have your new tool line up there.
Can you dy a video on more of your tools and some options when buying them like can you just get a handle and a couple off tools to fit one handle or if I want to make my own handle what r some options
Those look awesome!
I have a question is it only certain woods that you turn that you have to wear your filtration mask because I noticed you don't use it all the time I am starting to turn wood with and old friend of ours it has been fun and relaxing
It’s most necessary while turning dry wood or sparred woods. Really, I use it all the time when I’m not teaching or demonstrating.
Great idea
Good sharing sis
This is very cool
Thanks!!
Hi Ashley i was in Engineering in the UK for over 40 years and we used carbide throwaway inserts would they be any good for wood just a thought
How do you sell your woodturning on square space?
You created beautiful creatures
Hi Ashley. Love your channel. I was curious as to what lathe you are using? Tks
Saludos desde xico Veracruz México, soy carpintero y también hago tornos , y tus vídeos me inspiran......
May you be healthy and happy always.
So where do you sell your turned products?
Ashley on one of youre early videos you mentioned getting a grant do you have info for that
That was a long time ago I applied for it. You should just do an online search. Look for community resources.
Hey Ashley, nice video. Will these be coming to the UK?
Nice changes! I love my Thompson gouges, both my 40/40 v-gouge, and my bottom gouge. But, the flute on the Thompson bottom gouge is just a tad too long which, as you said, introduces some vibration when I’m hanging out over the toolrest too far.
Looking forward to getting my hands on this Ashley! Long time watcher, first time commenter….I think…. Lol
Great video!
Haha thanks so much!!
Does that tool become awkward or cumbersome when applying it to a smaller bowl?
Ashley вы метрической системой измерения пользуетесь?
Can you do a demo on how to sharpen this tool
I was just looking at your tools look great. My only problem I wish I could afford them. I know the quality is great but sometimes I have to keep using my cheaper tools.
I worked with less expensive tools and machines for quite a while before I could afford nicer ones. The important thing is just keep turning!!
Ich wünsche dir viel Erfolg und alles gute.
Pero qué BELLEZA de mujer y cuánta pasión por la tornería y las herramientas que en ella se usan!
Sinceras felicitaciones y adelante.
Saludo cordial desde Reynosa Tamaulipas México!!!
Why do you want such a long handle? What advantage does it give you?
Leverage 💪
@AshleyHarwood - Thanks for the videos. But one thing you really need is breathing aparatus - so much fine dust going into your lungs.
The tools look like the old SB line... Same supplier? TIA
Yes, there are similarities, but also a few improvements! I am the supplier 🙂
They say diamonds are a girl's best friend. With your contacts, you should consider making diamond coated turning tools. The technology is available now and a turning tool that never needs to be sharpened would be heaven for many people.
Good work saim work
Very nice👍🌷
From karachi pakistan🌹
That is one huge handle
Congrats on the new aspect of your business!
Thanks Steve!!!
Okay, so you didn’t use my name suggestion even though that puppy is a beast. However, The Finisher is an excellent name.
Now for the real questions:
What angle do you recommend for the grind?
Do you use (or recommend) a jig or do you grind by hand like your 40/40?
Haha- i usually use about a 60 degree grind.
🙌
Love it, but I'll never be able to afford the price of these tools :( . We need a budget starter set or something.
nice video thank you, Ashley it suits you very much, hello jaromír-- czech republic europe
You mentioned having good tool steel but I see an M2 mark on the tool you show. If you want the tool to hold it's cutting edge, why don't you just get the 10V from Doug? He has 3/4 and all you should need to do is tell him how you want it cut.
I worked with Doug for years! He makes a great product and runs a good business.
It was simply time for me to make my own. And as far as the tool steel- I have learned so much about how not all M2 is alike. It depends a lot on the heat treating process. There’s a big difference between the different M2 tools on the market. I think you’d be pleasantly surprised.
The steel choice is a deal breaker for me, I haven't had any M2 tools that would hold an edge very long. I would buy one of these if they were made from 10V or M42.
@@AshleyHarwood So, you have an M2 that holds an edge as long as Doug's?
This particular tool is only used in that one spot on the bowl. You should only have to sharpen it once per bowl at the most.
To make this design in 10V would have been insanely expensive, and in my estimation not worth the extra expense.
These tools register between 62-64 Rockwell. I haven’t tested any other M2 tools on the market that register that hardness. In fact, some tools are around 58-60 in the flute area but only 20 Rockwell back by the handle. Different heat treating methods make a big difference!
@@AshleyHarwood Thanks for the explanation. Hope to meet you in person someday.
I wish I had some of your carpentry caves, in my country Iran is not a good cave at all, I wish I stayed in the heart of a good cave series
Gouging the customers is a good thing in this case #bradjoke
😂😂😂
Can you be my mentor please, I just got a lathe and I'm having issues
This time you did not wear your full face mask. When do you use it and when not?
Bonjour votre exposer est très bien mais pour les francophones un petit commentaire en français serai bien sur le dessous. Merci MR de Belgique
Sangat antik mangkuk dan artistik
You might consider throwing a little more light on the subject. The video is a bit dark.
Music track is totally unnecessary. better to hear tool noise and your lovely voice.
Симпатичная девушка. И умница.
what ?
Please consider wearing a helmet & face shield. It just may save your life. I would have been killed twice if not for them.
You need better lighting in your work area
Доброго времени суток. Супер. 🥰
what ?
That super long handle seems a bit ridiculous really. Maybe the physics of the leverage it provides works in theory, but it all just looks wrong. Even during the demo, just seemed awkwardly long and far away from the bowl. Maybe a shorter, but heavier handle would fit better.
The leverage physics work in theory and in practice. The longer handle provides more control over smaller movements compared to a shorter handle.
There isn’t anything not to like about you.
Double thumbs down, the only thing you have done is sold your soul. You don’t have the knowledge to design a tool. Someone grabbed you and they decided to put your name on it. No one needs a 4ft handle to turn wood. Look at your video again, you had a death grip on that tool and your right hand was jumping around. Thumbs DOWN ?????????????????
Well the 4ft handle is needed to keep the 5-1 leverage off the tool rest.
She was also experimenting with the tool in this video about how far off the rest it could go so I'd definitely keep a good grip of it.
And she's one of the most qualified people to design a tool for bowl turning. She's made thousands or something
What have you ever made that you would be proud to put your name to? A mess?
With the handle it is far too long to use on my lathe.
If you can easily take the tailstock off, that'll definitely help.
Nice tool.........but if you said rigidity again, I'm pretty sure I was going to puke.
why does a pretty girl want to turn wood ? Seems odd to me . Well, you make your own choices and go with them. Be careful, those lathes can throw wood like a rocket !
In what universe does looks dictate whether or not someone should want to turn wood or not? Your perspective is what's truly odd. She's a very experienced woodturner and well aware of the dangers.
finishing tool, rigidity, vibrate...oh come on....where's the hot pants?