Turning a Finial with Traditional Tools

In this video, We turn a finial using traditional tools (namely a 3/8" detail gouge and a large roughing gouge). Working on such a small scale can be a little intimidating but with the right tools and techniques also doable. I have included Amazon Affiliate links below for some of the products used in this video.
Links:
Carter and Sons 1 1/4" Roughing Gouge - amzn.to/2Wh2dMC
NOVA G3 Chuck w/ 1 1/4"-8 insert- amzn.to/2Wh2lM6
NOVA G3 Chuck w/ 1"-8 insert- amzn.to/2YD3gE9
NOVA Mini Step Jaws - amzn.to/2JUD0RE
Robust 9" Comfort Tool Rest - amzn.to/2Hu87ll
Robert Sorby 3/8" Spindle Gouge - amzn.to/2VHWZFf

[@paintilludrop]

2024..so new to woodturning..I did notknow I was using traditional tools and I love using both tools used today. I agree pratice..

[@sandynash773]

Great video! Easy to follow. Now I’m heading to the shop to give it a go!

[@MikeWaldt]

Excellent work Darrell, lovely delicate skills, and a beautiful finial to show at the end.
Great video my friend.
Take care
Mike

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thank you Mike!

[@Flyingstationwagon]

Enjoy your videos. Very informative and you’re good at what you do. Minor suggestion, clean your finger nails.

[@billh9643]

I really enjoy your videos. Well done

[@michaelglackin2420]

Nice bit of work

[@snturner10]

Very nice. Thank you for the instruction.

[@booyaa1851]

Never got a chance to have a chat a Makers Central but watched you work. 👍 maybe another time, nice work though fella👏👏👏

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thank you and I hope.ro see you at the next event.

[@petergangi291]

Sweet. Thanks for the video.

[@carolriley569]

Beautiful finial...you certainly seem like an expert to me!

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thank you!

[@DiemenDesign]

Thanks for sharing Darrell, some good tips. Recently started making Christmas Ornaments myself, when it all comes together, it's very satisfying.

[@treseaj.duffield6738]

You make it look so easy, I'm trying to get the courage to turn a finial. Wish you were my neighbor.

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thank you. You just got to grab some wood and go for it. There will be a few really good lessons right away (aka broken ones) but you will absolutely get better with time.

[@FranklinWoodWorks2016]

Curses! You make it look so easy!

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks Franklin, I have been practicing a lot!

[@markb8954]

Nice tutorial.

[@larrygillespie1857]

Neat. I'm just lately begun learning to turn finials with traditional tools. Thx!!

[@SterlingsWoodcrafts]

Great video Daryl, Thanks for sharing

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks Sterling!

[@brownsuspenders7793]

Nice work, very nice. Thanks for showing us how it's done.

[@ManCrafting]

Great job Darryl. It seems like voodoo to me, but if I have a spare minute tomorrow I’m going to try one. 👊🏼🔥👊🏼

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks Chad, I will be looking forward to seeing your results.

[@MGMakes]

A fantastic insight into your thought process and work flow to create a beautiful piece. 👊👊👊

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks Martin.

[@LivingstonBrothersWoodcraft]

Excellent, sir.

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thank you!

[@turntbyhi-lo3516]

Recently found your channel, and glad I did. Instantly subbed. Can't wait to watch all your back videos.

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks Mark, and welcome 😁

[@Thom4123]

Awesome video and as always incredible craftsmanship. Take Care

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thank you Thom!

[@richardschaffling9882]

Nice

[@FigmentsMade]

It looks so fine and delicate. Very cool!

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks!

[@thewoodman6039]

thanks for sharing: keep it up, love it

[@timberdish]

Looks great man, lovely job! Some great advice & tips :)

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Thanks Matt 👍

[@JakeThompson]

Great video!! I learned a lot!

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Glad it was helpful. Be sure t catch the next two in this series

[@JakeThompson]

Dread Knot Woodshop I won’t miss one! 👍👊

[@rodgantt3497]

Hello Darrell, are there wood species you prefer to make finials out of?

[@dionlee3920]

what is the proportions method you used?

[@booyaa1851]

What speed is that at?

[@DreadKnotWoodshop]

Right around 2000 rpm.