Woodturning a Chess Set - The Pawns

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  • @ashscott6068
    @ashscott6068 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I'd actually recommend starting with the Queen, rather than Pawns. That way, if your first attempts aren't perfect, you can still keep them as spare queens for pawn promotions. They'll be off the board and out of sight over 99% of the time.

  • @kimcoles7051
    @kimcoles7051 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm mesmerized by your videos! I love that you are a beginner and you are showing us your mistakes as well as your successes. I started turning pens as part of my physical therapy at the hospital after hand surgery and fell in love with wood turning. I've been away from it for a while, but my family just bought me a mini lathe and a tool set for my birthday last week and I am going to start back up again. Thank you for your wonderful inspiring videos!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your very kind words, and thank you for watching!

  • @AlexanderTES
    @AlexanderTES 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Surprisingly, I'm also a SW developer (~22 years in business), and I've bought my first lathe and started woodturning just a couple of months ago. :-) Thank you for your videos!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Although I enjoyed I T - this is way more fun. Thanks for watching Alex, and best of luck with your new lathe!

  • @matthewwysocki5019
    @matthewwysocki5019 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The pipe and chuck hack is just what I need. I’m turning my first set as well and found your video very helpful.

  • @alex60258
    @alex60258 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good morning I want to ask thank you very much for taking your videos to explain and teach people to lose their fear of trying to make objects never imagined able to do . Thank you for taking the have us ... I am Brazilian and always watch your work . You make be inspired to carry out my work has not posted anything but I am taking courage ...

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Alex Camilo Thank you Alex - I appreciate your comments. It's never too soon to get started! Thank you for watching!

  • @BlackForestDesigns
    @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you both. I'm learning a lot!

    • @TheJeScast
      @TheJeScast 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      James Wegner so you are a programmer? what language do you program in? im currently learning to program in C#² and C, also some assembly in school! I love to program, what did make? Games? Websites? programs for the industries? PLC's?

  • @jeffreyglass3259
    @jeffreyglass3259 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Nice start to you chess set. I really like the trick with the pipe.

  • @steven6068
    @steven6068 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great videos on turning a Chess set. Nice to see you work/speak about the problems you are running into and your solution...
    Keep up the nice work!!

  • @matthewcunningham8691
    @matthewcunningham8691 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video, thanks James

  • @TheTurningPlace
    @TheTurningPlace 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Massive thank you James, you inspired me (and gave great instructions) to make my own set, my daughter asked if I could make a chess set to give as a Christmas present to her bf.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the kind words! Would love to see the pics (they did not show here). And thanks for watching.

    • @TheTurningPlace
      @TheTurningPlace 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi James, if you would like to see, a Facebook group called Post your woodworking pieces and videos has recently formed to showcase item made by keen amateurs.
      I’m not plugging the group and if this is inappropriate please do not be offended and remove. Kevin

  • @andymacdonald1724
    @andymacdonald1724 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    James,
    Thanks so much for this. My Dad's a woodturner (former woodwork/woodshop teacher), and I was looking for help in how to start making a chess set. These videos are just what I needed!
    Cheers,
    Andy

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      So glad this helps folks! Show us the set you make, ok?
      Thanks for watching!

  • @ThePaulbusby
    @ThePaulbusby 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    brilliant video. Your mounting solution using the screw is so simple and accurate. That was holding in me back from starting my set but now i have a way.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      That was not my idea - found it on Luke Sellers channel. When you make yours - please post it. Thanks for watching!

  • @ScrapwoodCity
    @ScrapwoodCity 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice video, the pipe trick was really cool!

  • @stephennovak8030
    @stephennovak8030 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The dog chewed up a knight, bishop and a pawn and I didn't want to buy a new chess set. After watching your how-to, I said "I can do that" and did. Thanks a lot. Loved the pipe end trick for the ball.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Stephen Novak Glad I could help! Thank you for watching!

  • @iggyt6326
    @iggyt6326 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video's and I really like the chuck you made , I have been struggling with the same problem, so after watching your vids,first thing tomorrow I'm starting my set again with the help of your chuck idea and other tips. Thanks James.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Iggy T I got the idea from another TH-camr. Glad to help though. Thanks for watching!

  • @dragonblee1
    @dragonblee1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amateur my foot, James that was as professional as they come. You have now inspired me to have a go. As I don’t possess a chuck the long screw will do the job. Thank you for that. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺.

  • @emeyer816
    @emeyer816 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing work! Looks like this set is going to be a family heirloom!

  • @FaithfulNation
    @FaithfulNation 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work! Our children enjoyed watching it very much.

  • @royothebuzz
    @royothebuzz 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed watching this.Thanks for the inspiration to try it myself. Hope the rest of your set goes as well as this.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      royothebuzz Thank you Roy. I hope so too! If you mae one, please post it!

  • @WobblycogsUk
    @WobblycogsUk 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video, hope the turning is still going well. I can't wait to get my lathe out of storage and start turning again. I think your idea to learn while making a chess set is great, I might have to make a set as a reintroduction.

  • @DirkMitchell
    @DirkMitchell 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for passing on the info on the check that's a good idea. The idea of the pipe for the tops is great I have never seen that and that is a great way to get them all about the same.

  • @straddlingtime
    @straddlingtime 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Inspirational genius!

  • @jamesfammiano7547
    @jamesfammiano7547 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ciao James ...è veramente bello e istruttivo quello che fai !! complimenti !!

  • @billysmith6131
    @billysmith6131 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice James. I'm going to give a chess board and chess sets ago after I finish the 1st floor bath top and cabinet. I just completed a medicine cabinet out for 1/4 sawn white oak and 4 doors. Took me 8 months, but it looks so cool

  • @MrHarley60
    @MrHarley60 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm learning a lot keep it up

  • @larryharrell8383
    @larryharrell8383 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this guy is awesome. Love his attitude. Keep it up!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words and Thanks for watching!

  • @larryconrad9082
    @larryconrad9082 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good job, your doing great, your bowl looks much better than my first one.
    Have been making pens and am starting now on bowls and small pill boxes.

  • @tbvog
    @tbvog 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done!

  • @LuisRivera-ey3yu
    @LuisRivera-ey3yu 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hermoso trabajo muy elaborado. saludos desde Puerto Rico.

  • @dwightl5863
    @dwightl5863 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really like the alternate "chuck" with the screw attachment. Also the pipe used for top beads is really great. Keep 'em coming.

  • @brianbowker
    @brianbowker 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the pipe technique. I'm still prototyping and trying to get two pawns that looks alike. Your pipe trick and the wooden chuck are a great step forward for me.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      ***** Thanks Brian. Please post your pieces too!

  • @cgseymour
    @cgseymour 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello James thank you for sharing. Your videos are inspiring.. What type of scroll chuck are you using?Thank you again

  • @angelojeda1372
    @angelojeda1372 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Muy bien maestro le saludo desde Caracas Venezuela

  • @skywalkers011
    @skywalkers011 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job! And thanks for the shout out.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Luke Sellers Thanks Luke. Did you ever post a video of your completed set? Would love to see it.

  • @wizardseye
    @wizardseye 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed this video and learned a lot. I tried to make my own version of the chuck you made, however mine kept coming loose and wouldn't stay centered. Is there any chance you could go more in depth on how to attach the chess piece to the chuck so it is centered and secure?

  • @claudeelliott3993
    @claudeelliott3993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Did you give any thought to making a template of your prototype pawn? It might make the transfer of dimensions etc. to you stock if not more accurate, at least faster. Just a thought but from what I saw in this video you are well beyond a beginner. Keep up the good work.

  • @kevinitwaru5919
    @kevinitwaru5919 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great stuff James, thanks for sharing your process. Also, awesome to see when the pawn popped off the mandrel (lol) - same thing happened to me a couple times, til I got a longer screw. I LOVE that sharpened pipe idea, definitely going to use that myself. I was hoping you could answer some questions that would help me out with my own chess set.
    What kind of wood did you use for the mandrel? Why didn't you start with the blank on the mandrel, or immediately after the mounting hole/forstner hole? To me, that would preclude any misalignment when re-mounting the piece in the chuck.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the kind words. And thanks for watching!

  • @scharkalvin
    @scharkalvin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm also a software engineer. I've built my own 3D printer, perhaps I'll 3D print a chess set.
    You can buy a screw chuck, and you might be able to find mini jaws for your full size scroll chuck to grab the base of the piece inside the weight hole.
    But your home made solution is cheap and got the job done. Your pipe cutter is nice, but it won't stay sharp long. You can fix that by hardening it, heat it to red heat with a torch, and then dunk it red hot into oil.

  • @David-fv7zg
    @David-fv7zg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whoa.......12:10 I have never seen anything like this before.....GREAT IDEA!!!

  • @skywalkers011
    @skywalkers011 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yet another video I'm getting around to. You can see the completed set on my lumberjocks page for now.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Luke Sellers Did not know that - will go and watch - Thanks!

  • @dimcepetkovski7967
    @dimcepetkovski7967 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video! Can you tell me exactly what what machine is this ! Tanks

  • @robausa1
    @robausa1 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's great that you were able to learn the pipe trick in a school. It's disappointing trades are not being taught in schools anymore. At least in most public schools. Great demo.
    Thank you!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rob Austin I agree Rob. Not everyone needs to go to college. Thanks for the kind words and for watching!

  • @shellyrappaport3864
    @shellyrappaport3864 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    James: I might have missed the actual sizes of the pieces when I watch your "excellent" videos. Base dia and ht of king and pawns/ many thanks.

  • @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi
    @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank u James great idea about the wood block holder. and the pipe

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

    • @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi
      @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BlackForestDesigns

    • @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi
      @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the holder made one used it. The pipe piece worked great for me. my son was amazed and happy.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MANJITSINGH-ko2oi That's great. Come back and post a photo of your project!

    • @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi
      @MANJITSINGH-ko2oi 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      HI@@BlackForestDesigns I am using ur block idea and the pipe it really works. I c if my son can put up a picture for u. cheers.

  • @johnbryan9743
    @johnbryan9743 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've watched all or most of your chess set tutorial. It is fabulous.. Much appreciate your sharing your journey.. Incredible outcome especially considering HF lathe and tools. You provide the proof it is work and talent, not the best tools which yields the best results.
    Hope you are still doing wood turning.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very kind of you to say! Thanks for watching!

    • @imover9999
      @imover9999 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Whoa I didn't even realize that's what he was using. That's the exact set up I'm probably going to go for. I've heard a lot of bad about the tools, but I've heard a lot of really good things about the lathe itself. Sadly, for a good set of tools it costs MORE than the lathe itself. Crazy. But just goes to show if you want it bad enough, it can be done. Hats off to ya and thanks for posting this video.

  • @moville100
    @moville100 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your video is excellent

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      John Mc Monagle Thank you John - and thanks for watching!

  • @stevegraham885
    @stevegraham885 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    hi James, thanks for the excellent videos. Any chance you could share the patterns for this chess set? Thank You.

  • @MrHarley60
    @MrHarley60 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great job

  • @coachcal4876
    @coachcal4876 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Make me want to get a lathe. Good work

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Coach CaL Hey thanks for watching. Get one! Mine was under $200 (of course by the time you buy chisels, chucks, etc. it does add up fast!)

  • @leeba66
    @leeba66 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the trick with the pipe

  • @ramonrojas9699
    @ramonrojas9699 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hola muy bonito el trabajo, el torno y las herramientas de mano muy buena aqui en Chile es muy dificil conseguirlas o comprar no hay asi que todo hay que hacerlas en forma artesanal, gracias por lo aprendido

  • @TheCraftyWeiner
    @TheCraftyWeiner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi James. I have borrowed your chuck idea for the set I am turning for my son's surprise college graduation present. Dumb question. First two pieces were flawless. I destroyed three blanks yesterday, when I reversed them they were off center. Any thoughts on what I am doing wrong? The bottom is flat and the holes are marked center. I am considering leaving "extra wood" just to clean up wobble going forward. Curious of your thoghts. Thanks for sharing your wonderful work.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! I really have no idea what to tell you - sorry!

    • @TheCraftyWeiner
      @TheCraftyWeiner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I figured it out after all. Took some slowing down and thinking the process through. I appreciate the response and I am really happy with my progress. Happy New Year!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great! Happy New Year to you!

  • @WoodFrontier
    @WoodFrontier 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had a bit of an issue with this chuck technique. I have lost a couple of my pieces and goofed up my waste block. After re-watching this I'm wondering if I need to switch out my screws that I am using.
    Some of my mentors have recommended using sheet metal screws to hold a waste block onto a metal faceplate to prevent sheering off from big catches. I had 1 big sheet metal screw driven into the chess piece down the center. Shortly after I turned on the machine the threads would start to tear through it's hold on the wood.
    I'll go pick up some larger wood screws and give it another go tonight.
    Thanks for posting these videos,
    -Todd

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wood Frontier Hi Todd. I'm using a 3.5 inch wood screw - very coarse threads. Forget the thickness but using a 3/16ths drill bit. Have not had a problem since. Maybe cause I'm rounding the stock before using the chuck - no catches this way....
      Good luck - let us know how it turns out. Thanks for watching!

    • @WoodFrontier
      @WoodFrontier 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      James Wegner Thanks for the encouragement. Last week there was a big storm so I didn't have a chance to give it a go until tonight. The wood screw worked magnificently! I was worried getting the hole drilled down the center perfectly without having a jacob's chuck or a drillpress handy. I was able to drill straight down (or close enough) with my handheld drill, but I made a mistake in not going deep enough with it. oops!
      I completed a king and experimented with a bit of darker stain. It turned out well.
      Also - the storm knocked down a LOT of big branches around the city. Now I have plenty of elm, box elder, and mystery wood.

  • @yassinebarbarouss3691
    @yassinebarbarouss3691 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    très intéressant ce que vous faites verry good .

  • @abcd260
    @abcd260 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What if you would mark spots on the chisel holder and also mark your chisel with how deep you would go at different spots of the pawn. Do you think it could work?

  • @Steven-kz6ht
    @Steven-kz6ht 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    +James Wegner
    I am just starting to do this project myself. Somehow, I hadn't even considered how I'd work out the bottom and weight the pieces even though I play some chess myself. I feel fairly comfortable with designing and shaping my pieces, but I am brand new to turning. I am curious about your chuck and accessories, since I will need to go make those purchases to do this project.
    Just curious:
    what chuck do you use on both ends (i.e. what chuck are you using to hold your home-made wood chuck and what are you using to hold the forsner bit and standard bit)?
    what size bit, length, and size screw did you end up using?
    did you have any trouble doing the taller (i.e. queen and king) pieces using this screw/wooden chuck method?
    Thanks!
    (PS I'm going to make my set out of a light tigre caspi and east indian rosewood, w/ everything scaled on a king somewhere around ~5.5 inches tall)

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

    • @Raindollars
      @Raindollars 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Use a threaded arbor and drill and tap holes into the wood. Blanks dont have to be round. Then, a set screw can be inserted as a weight. glue a piece of felt onto the bottom.

  • @davewilliams9114
    @davewilliams9114 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Better off to use the counterbore in the bottom to fit on the fixture to turn. Still hold in place with a screw

  • @simm50
    @simm50 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What chuck are you using James best wishes.

  • @herbfogelberg6690
    @herbfogelberg6690 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job! I am a newby to turning and I loved what I learned from you.

  • @antipodesman
    @antipodesman 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid. Good trick with the tube to turn the ball. Just wondering . . . I didn't see you using a skew chisel. A lot of beginners fear the skew chisel but with a a bit of practice you will find it does much finer work.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      antipodesman Thanks for watching and commenting! The only pieces that ended up in the fireplace all had skew chisel catch marks on them! So yes - I need a ton more practice indeed!

  • @jlssculpturedesign8140
    @jlssculpturedesign8140 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    One way I have heard is using a shadow of a chess piece on the new work piece.

  • @robcarroll255
    @robcarroll255 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jim
    Did you end up needing a longer screw or a thicker screw? Im just getting ready to try wood turning and your video is inspiring

  • @phooesnax
    @phooesnax 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Like the pipe trick. Never saw that before. I would say well done.

  • @MrHarley60
    @MrHarley60 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    oh yes i liked the pipe trick that was cool

  • @AslanAtreyu
    @AslanAtreyu 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great trick with the pipe! What software do you use for editing your videos?

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AslanAtreyu Using Adobe Premier Pro. Thanks for watching!

  • @FilipeAzevedoFA
    @FilipeAzevedoFA 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, my name is Filipe, I'm from Brazil. I would like to ask you: what is this equipment do you use? how many watts? and if possible, please, how many rotations per minute?

  • @asadullahfarooqi254
    @asadullahfarooqi254 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is a great video ... and
    i am a junior programmer and i like woodworking to and stone carving
    ... what u do in programming i mean what kind of programmer r u...?

  • @marcosantiago681
    @marcosantiago681 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Muito bom! Maravilha! 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @robertelliottphd
    @robertelliottphd 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your H school teacher must have learned the ball trick from the same trade program as my GG grandfather the Masons. He was a master woodworker who all his life did finish work and furniture the Masonic Temples. He had a set of pipes as lathe tools too. He taught me the trick back in the late 50's. I couldn't couldn't count the number of chair legs and arms he had me do with 3 and 4 inch balls.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robert Elliott PH.d Thanks Robert for the info. It's a great technique, and works perfect every time. Thanks for watching!

  • @cheetofingers2917
    @cheetofingers2917 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings James, I looked through most of the postings and didn't see anyone ask this question. So if someone did, I apologize. Wondering what kind of stain you put on your dark walnut pieces? I like the color it makes. I am unsure if I want to apply stain or go natural dark walnut. Thanks in advance for any advice. Also, have you attempted to make a chess board yet for your chess pieces? Take care.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Cheetofingers Drew Just used a Minwax walnut stain. Really richened it up. My son wants to make the board. Thanks for watching!

  • @famillekarabach4508
    @famillekarabach4508 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What type of wood did you use please?

  • @jmiller876
    @jmiller876 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this be done with dry wood and green wood?

  • @michaellapointe2137
    @michaellapointe2137 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi James was wondering the lathe and turning tools are they from harbor freight I'm looking into trying to turn I was making something and use my drill as a lathe for a part I needed and loved it so I figured I would try to get some input on it the reviews on the lathe are good but the tools very mixed I just can't afford to spend a lot on anything I figure to start they would work upgrade over time

    • @InsideAlan
      @InsideAlan 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael if you've been using a drill as a lathe then anything should be an improvement, don't worry about the quality of the tools to start with, get a decent lathe that will last instead. Tools are simple to upgrade as you go, plus you'll knock the edges off them while you're learning so you don't want to be sharpening good tools down to nubs!

    • @michaellapointe2137
      @michaellapointe2137 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Alan. Thats good to know

  • @williamlowe7570
    @williamlowe7570 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JW Is there a way to download your videos of the different pcs of a chess set? Will You Tube delete them after so long? I really like your methods and would hate to take the time and effort to do the pawns and then find out the other pcs are no longer available. Thanks, roylo.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      They will be there for a loooong time. Thanks for watching!

  • @dannyscobee6530
    @dannyscobee6530 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you thought about the board? I think you could build similar to a end grain cutting board.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will be tring for a board this winter. Thanks for watching!

  • @jacmaniac
    @jacmaniac 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always wondered how John Jaques turned his pawns to make such perfect spheres...mystery solved. Did you know his company also made the finest croquet sets and also invented Ping Pong and Tiddly Winks?His chess set design is perhaps one of the most significant contributions to chess history and he is mostly unknown.

  • @koipondnyc
    @koipondnyc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Reverse thread screws should keep it in place

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're absolutely right. Wish I had one. Thanks for watching!

  • @sosotik
    @sosotik ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great work, james! theyre a bit too large for me, but still very impressive!

  • @twlson49
    @twlson49 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what about using two screws in the bottom

  • @sryth1
    @sryth1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would this work: Cut a piece of 1/4" steel plate to the desired profile shape, put a chisel edge on it and use that to make the pawn in a single cut?

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Damien Gregory Might work - but sounds like a lot of metal work too. Thanks for watching!!

    • @WobblycogsUk
      @WobblycogsUk 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Damien Gregory Profile tools are always scrapers the process just doesn't work with a cutting tools. For a piece as large as this pawn though it wouldn't work. The amount of force you would need to form the shape would almost certainly break the work piece and even if it didn't the finish would be awful. A ball profile tool might be a good addition but the pipe seems to be working well.

  • @Valmidenio
    @Valmidenio 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is gonna be a very nice chess set.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching - I really appreciate your comment!

  • @Supe063
    @Supe063 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here's an idea ... to solve for the weight issue and deal with the re-mounting, why not epoxy in a could of stacked nuts and use a machine screw instead of the wood screw through the waste block?
    I usually "ready, shoot, aim" so I'll thank you for your inspiration and head out to the lathe and make a chess set today. ... Cheers!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nearly done - If I do another I'll consider that. Thanks for watching! If you make one please post it!

  • @stefanonavari7424
    @stefanonavari7424 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bellissimo lavoro...volevo sapere le foto degli scacchi dove le posso trovare?..Grazie

  • @richalsop
    @richalsop 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the name of the piano music in the intro? Great video!

  • @willhull9677
    @willhull9677 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    why can't he use the normal chuck? wouldn't it hold it just the same as the wood one?

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would have had to waste some wood. Thanks for watching!

  • @brendaneverts7318
    @brendaneverts7318 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    what wood are you using for these

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alder is the light wood. Walnut the other.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @krisso5473
    @krisso5473 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is model lathe??

  • @thomasmaliszewski7920
    @thomasmaliszewski7920 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video James, what is the diameter of the pawns base?

  • @1guitarlover
    @1guitarlover 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanxs for the video. But, I wish you had shown the whole process until the final varnishing layer. Enjoy! ;)

  • @jakedrago7805
    @jakedrago7805 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What type of chuck are you using for that lathe

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll find it at:
      www.rockler.com/oneway-talon-chuck-system?source=googleps&gclid=CjwKCAjwlrnNBRBMEiwApKU4PIGmWsVyTmwykneBrRWLuj8up9j6Co6F930HxZH_boG_fLQo1jEAthoC0NYQAvD_BwE
      Thanks for watching!

  • @user-ww3yy8sy2j
    @user-ww3yy8sy2j 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice.

  • @brendaneverts7318
    @brendaneverts7318 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    and do you have a magazine or something thats telling you how to do this

  • @michaellapointe2137
    @michaellapointe2137 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi James me again lol when you make the chess board Steve from mer mortals one of his very first videos he ever made may even be his first has a chess board he did but the glass like finish is beautiful on it he gives the steps and abrasives he used on it just an fyi for you

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael LaPointe Hi - thanks so much for watching and for your comments! So far - I absolutely love the lathe. Have no complaints. I follow Steve Ramsey, but thanks for the reminder!

  • @JesusChrist.4BC
    @JesusChrist.4BC 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    taking a shot in the dark here because i dont think you will respond but here goes....i am making a chess set for myself and your pipe trick is genius and has saved me time for sure. but i am having just one problem with it, on your video i can literally see the end bit rounding off in real time (meaning it is very fast) but for me it goes really slow. so slow in fact that it ends up burning the wood from friction. i am using a brass coupling to do this. the only thing i can think of is tyhat it may be too soft and just dulls down before any real `removal`happens. help me JAMES!!

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I try to answer as often as I can.
      I think you're right. I kept the pipe really sharp - 2 pawns per sharpening about. That should fix it. Thanks for the kind words, and let me see your set when finished!
      Thanks for watching!

    • @JesusChrist.4BC
      @JesusChrist.4BC 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      James Wegner oh wow you answered fast lol. I used sand paper to sharpen the inside. how much sanding would you recommend I do? just a couple quick swipes or what? I am very new to this stuff and do not know. also I will definitely show you the set once it's done, but I doubt it will be any time soon. thanks again

  • @markbement5188
    @markbement5188 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    May I ask? what jaw chuck is that.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      oneway.ca/products-category/chucks/Stronghold-Chucks-Category/Stronghold-Chuck-(Complete)
      Thanks for watching.

  • @tubewatcher38
    @tubewatcher38 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pennies for weights - GENIUS ! I like the design of set except for those german knights, very plain imo. Give yourself a promotion to french lardy knights.

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      tubewatcher38 LOL - Thanks for watching Tube. The whole set is a little plain - by design. I wouldn't want the knights to overly stand out.

  • @ramonrojas9699
    @ramonrojas9699 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good

  • @richkellow1535
    @richkellow1535 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can always burnish the finished piece by holding a handful of shavings against it.
    Regards, Rich, UK.

  • @dylanhoward4899
    @dylanhoward4899 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How long did it take to make one pawn? With out all the speeding up?

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      About 90 minutes total.

    • @patricksworkshop6010
      @patricksworkshop6010 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      James Wegner cool you'll get better I've been turning since June and could probalbly turn one in 20-30 minutes

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I included time for cutting from raw wood, all finishing, installing the weights, and adding bottom felt. More to it than just turning.

    • @patricksworkshop6010
      @patricksworkshop6010 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      James Wegner oh i see than my time probably wouldve been more than yours.

  • @hyzercreek
    @hyzercreek 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You could never sell this for a profit unless you can make a whole set in a half hour

    • @BlackForestDesigns
      @BlackForestDesigns  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol. You’re right. Even at minimum wage it would be $1,920! Thanks for watching!