Thank you for making a video even tho you have a lathe now. I really appreciate someone taking the time to show a way to do something they don't do anymore so others that aren't so fortunate can still learn.
I just used your technique, it works great! Two drawer-pulls done, two more to go. Instead of using a band-saw to trim, I used my table saw sled. Worked like a charm.
There are many things I like about woodworking, this is one of them, you don't always need the right tools to get a desired result. If you are passionate enough, you'll find a way with what you've got.
I tried the method with some guitar end pins and it worked out marvellously. It's actually much simpler to turn small pulls and end pins with a drill press than with a lathe. I even managed to turn a 5-inch-long peg winder for my lute, too. The longer workpiece wobbled a lot first, but things got better, and I ended up with a lovely shape for the tool. The end pins and the peg winder were made from hard maple, so they were pretty difficult to turn after the first experiments with spruce. I used some leftover pieces of spruce and a maple garden tool handle as round stock for the project. Spruce got its shape very fast, but the tenon part got damaged (squeezed) in the chuck. Still, it held out until the end of the operation without major problems. In case of the maple the tenon didn't get damaged by the chuck and held perfectly. To me, cutting the tenon was the biggest challenge, because I had some very rudimentary, cheap tenon cutters. They caused a lot of friction and overheating. If I go on making end pins like this, I must get some decent tenon cutters. It's also possible to drill a hole in the workpiece, glue a piece of round stock in it and hold the piece in the chuck by that tenon. Thank you for the idea, it has encouraged me tremendously to go on with the project. The funny thing is that I originally bought my drill press a few years ago for exactly this purpose. Unfortunately it turned out to be a supermarket quality scrap. Back then, I tried to turn a few very small pieces out of ebony and eventually decided to abandon the project because of the imprecision of the machine. These end pins, however, seem to be just the right-sized items to turn with this drill press. I've done some modifications to the drill press, too. The moving column that holds the chuck was very wobbly, so I installed two bolts to limit its play. Now it's OK with only a minimal play. Still, a better quality drill press would certainly be better for the purpose. I hope my experience can be of help to someone with a similar project in mind.
I have used a hand drill to thin dowels for various calibers of firearms in order to clear a chamber or barrel. Quick and accurate to get the proper diameter.
Thank you so much for this. I have been looking for a means to produce some makruk chess pieces without a lathe. Your careful presentation & method is a perfect application for me.
True Craftsmanship, and thank you for the technique ideas. I'm always looking at the cost of things, really don't make enough money not to. I can't help but think that if you're not using an exotic wood, or have a hard to find design in mind just buying the knobs at the big box store or on ebay would in the long run be the less expensive and far quicker route. By the time you buy the special bit, the jig hardware, and make everything, plus the electricity etc... they could get to be pretty expensive for a short run, and pretty monotonous for a long run of them. That said, I really do appreciate holding true to the ideals of making them yourself. Thank you for the great video.
+Ryan Taylor : Dear Ryan, it's hard for some people to imagine the spread of TH-cam, but it may amaze you to discover that it reaches all parts of the world; into nooks and crannies that you can't even find on a Google Map!! And in those little places you can't possibly imagine, there are clever people who use their hands and tools, (in some cases, corded drills, because they don't have cordless drills like yours) to make things that you just go out and buy, without even batting a eyelid. They even make their own cups of coffee. Yes, these industrious folk enjoy making stuff (they don't get bored, like you said), and if some kind-hearted folk shares a woodworking secret or two, then they're forever grateful for such generosity. You may not believe it, but Big Box Stores do not exist in some far flung parts of this Earth!! Amazing, isn't it? One day you may even get a chance to travel from your city to another part of the world, and Boy!!, will you be in for a BIG shock 😨. You'll find that people don't think like you do at all. No, they think like all the grateful people who've complimented this person's video, take the lessons and tips, and incorporate these ideas into their own working routine. If you try for 6 weeks to do that, you'll find it becomes automatic, and your life will be profoundly changed forever.
You can do without the band saw. Use a fine-toothed handheld saw. VInstead of the drill press you can use a handheld electric drill in a drill stand. The quality of your work depends on the smooth moving of the chuck: if it has a play and it vibrates, the knob won't have a nice, circular diameter, it'll be oval.
Christian, Thanks! I really enjoyed this video and have been collecting your Fine Woodworking articles over the years. Where can I buy a 1/2" tenon cutter like yours? I couldn't tell from the video. Hope your winter in the NE starts to slow down. We wouldn't mind some of your snow coming to us in Utah. Mark Hays
You clearly don't understand that some people derive great pleasure in making things themselves rather than paying someone else to do it for them. If all you want is a drawer pull, then by all means go to the store and buy one.
WARNING: Never try this with a file or rasp that doesn't have a handle fitted. Why? Just picture this: The rat-tail driven backwards through your hand!
You sir, made that look way too easy. Nice job and very good video. Hmmmm, wonder how many of us will end up going to the ER to have a file removed from our chest cavity. 😳 🐪💨
Thank you for making a video even tho you have a lathe now. I really appreciate someone taking the time to show a way to do something they don't do anymore so others that aren't so fortunate can still learn.
I just used your technique, it works great! Two drawer-pulls done, two more to go. Instead of using a band-saw to trim, I used my table saw sled. Worked like a charm.
I also do like this
There are many things I like about woodworking, this is one of them, you don't always need the right tools to get a desired result. If you are passionate enough, you'll find a way with what you've got.
If you get good results these tools are also the "right tools" ;). But yeah, I get your point, there is many ways to go about making certain things :)
I tried the method with some guitar end pins and it worked out marvellously. It's actually much simpler to turn small pulls and end pins with a drill press than with a lathe.
I even managed to turn a 5-inch-long peg winder for my lute, too. The longer workpiece wobbled a lot first, but things got better, and I ended up with a lovely shape for the tool.
The end pins and the peg winder were made from hard maple, so they were pretty difficult to turn after the first experiments with spruce. I used some leftover pieces of spruce and a maple garden tool handle as round stock for the project.
Spruce got its shape very fast, but the tenon part got damaged (squeezed) in the chuck. Still, it held out until the end of the operation without major problems. In case of the maple the tenon didn't get damaged by the chuck and held perfectly. To me, cutting the tenon was the biggest challenge, because I had some very rudimentary, cheap tenon cutters. They caused a lot of friction and overheating. If I go on making end pins like this, I must get some decent tenon cutters. It's also possible to drill a hole in the workpiece, glue a piece of round stock in it and hold the piece in the chuck by that tenon.
Thank you for the idea, it has encouraged me tremendously to go on with the project. The funny thing is that I originally bought my drill press a few years ago for exactly this purpose. Unfortunately it turned out to be a supermarket quality scrap. Back then, I tried to turn a few very small pieces out of ebony and eventually decided to abandon the project because of the imprecision of the machine. These end pins, however, seem to be just the right-sized items to turn with this drill press. I've done some modifications to the drill press, too. The moving column that holds the chuck was very wobbly, so I installed two bolts to limit its play. Now it's OK with only a minimal play. Still, a better quality drill press would certainly be better for the purpose.
I hope my experience can be of help to someone with a similar project in mind.
This is just pure brilliance I am so grateful I found your video
Just what i needed to know my friend as i need to make some knobs for the tubular back rest on some stools 😁😁👍👍
A very clear easy to understand, helpful and well executed "How To" video, thank you!
Don’t own a lathe so I’m going to give this go! Thanks for sharing your process
Thanks for sharing this with us all. Very clever and creative way of doing this.. I'm going to use some practice here on projects I'm working on.
Thank you for your efforts! Great idea on how to make something with your available tools. Mike
Great idea and Great job. I enjoyed watching video. Thank you
Excellent, skilled performance with a beautiful custom finished product. 5 stars.
Brilliant!
A true craftsman and a pleasure to watch and learn.
Thanks for sharing
Brilliant! Got some wonderful ideas for my drill press! Thanks.
Thanks for the very good video. I have a bench drill, and in my garage not enough space for a lathe. Will try your method soon
I have used a hand drill to thin dowels for various calibers of firearms in order to clear a chamber or barrel. Quick and accurate to get the proper diameter.
Great clip!!! Smart and highly skilled!!!
Great video. I've wondered about doing this but never tried it. Now I think I will after seeing your video...
What a good demo and I intend to try that on my drill press. Thanks for showing us. regards Mike
Very Nice! Heading to the shop to try it now!
Great tip! Just discovered the channel!
Thank you very much that's a brilliant idea
Great idea - thank you for the content.
thanks for the video, very helpful and inspiring
Fantastic. Thank you for sharing! I’m gonna try making a honey dipper to gift my big Brother! Big thanks 2U!
That looks so good I an going to give it a go
thats a great idea. i have a lathe, but no chuck. this helps a lot. thanks
Thank you so much for this. I have been looking for a means to produce some makruk chess pieces without a lathe. Your careful presentation & method is a perfect application for me.
And my compliments!
Wow! Thanks so much for posting. I can't afford a lathe, I do have a drill press. I will try for sure.
Awesome idea and technic thank you for the information
compliments!!!! she is an artist!
...genial !!!! soooo a good idea !!! Big compliment and kinde regards from Switzerland !!!
True Craftsmanship, and thank you for the technique ideas. I'm always looking at the cost of things, really don't make enough money not to. I can't help but think that if you're not using an exotic wood, or have a hard to find design in mind just buying the knobs at the big box store or on ebay would in the long run be the less expensive and far quicker route. By the time you buy the special bit, the jig hardware, and make everything, plus the electricity etc... they could get to be pretty expensive for a short run, and pretty monotonous for a long run of them. That said, I really do appreciate holding true to the ideals of making them yourself. Thank you for the great video.
Ryan Taylor shut the "F" up!!
+Ryan Taylor : Dear Ryan, it's hard for some people to imagine the spread of TH-cam, but it may amaze you to discover that it reaches all parts of the world; into nooks and crannies that you can't even find on a Google Map!! And in those little places you can't possibly imagine, there are clever people who use their hands and tools, (in some cases, corded drills, because they don't have cordless drills like yours) to make things that you just go out and buy, without even batting a eyelid. They even make their own cups of coffee.
Yes, these industrious folk enjoy making stuff (they don't get bored, like you said), and if some kind-hearted folk shares a woodworking secret or two, then they're forever grateful for such generosity. You may not believe it, but Big Box Stores do not exist in some far flung parts of this Earth!! Amazing, isn't it?
One day you may even get a chance to travel from your city to another part of the world, and Boy!!, will you be in for a BIG shock 😨. You'll find that people don't think like you do at all. No, they think like all the grateful people who've complimented this person's video, take the lessons and tips, and incorporate these ideas into their own working routine.
If you try for 6 weeks to do that, you'll find it becomes automatic, and your life will be profoundly changed forever.
Amazing stuff!! Thank you
Impressive! Thanks for sharing.
Simple, Helpful, Useful!
Nice Knobs! (I am visualizing a little shop in Manhattan!)
Mr. Becksvoort builds some fantastic furniture. I've copied some of his projects. They are nice builds.
INice looking knob...I have to try this. Tks for posting.
I have drill press ...I don't even need knobs...but I am going to make some anyway. thank you for sharing.
Awesome Craftmanship , Knowledge is power ⚙️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
wow. veryi nice. thanks. bravo.. be happy.
Outstanding!
Nice job Christian.
thats a very good idea ill use it thanks
excellent video my friend, very informative
Thank you! I need to make a strike button for a plane and I can apply these techniques. Greatly appreciated.
brilliant, thanks for sharing 👍
very nice work man.you make it look easy!
used this today, only I clamped a plank onto the drillpress table. that way I could use A chisel. DH
Beautiful really!!!!!!
تحياتي لك من تطوان المغرب
Very nice!🙌
Six people are knobs sellers.
one of them has fled :)
But I had to buy a drill press and a band saw...haha. Still a cool video with useful info! Thanks!!
You can do without the band saw. Use a fine-toothed handheld saw. VInstead of the drill press you can use a handheld electric drill in a drill stand. The quality of your work depends on the smooth moving of the chuck: if it has a play and it vibrates, the knob won't have a nice, circular diameter, it'll be oval.
Thanks. Great upload!
thank, great job
That was awesome.
It puts wear and tear on the bearings but good in a pinch.
Thank you very nice demo
Very nice! Thank you.
Nice video.
Really great idea. Thank you. Could you please tell me where I can find that kind of hole saw you are using here?
Loved the video; regarding your jig...where did you buy the plunger device? What are they called?
i believe that bit he used is called a plug cutter or tenon cutter.
@@tomx63 I would of called it a plug bit. But you're correct Tom.
great job anxious to try thnks
i did the same once.. but i layed the drill machine, almost get a lathe :) and its more easy to work though.
Where did you get the tenon cutter?
Good skills......thanks for sharing
great job ty for sharing
awesome! Great work
Way cool technique.
Awesome idea & v .good
Christian,
Thanks! I really enjoyed this video and have been collecting your Fine Woodworking articles over the years. Where can I buy a 1/2" tenon cutter like yours? I couldn't tell from the video. Hope your winter in the NE starts to slow down. We wouldn't mind some of your snow coming to us in Utah. Mark Hays
Where do you get tenon cutting bit? Is that same as plug cutting bit?
Yes
Excellent!
I like it.
Wow, so more convenient that going to the hardware store and buying them...
You clearly don't understand that some people derive great pleasure in making things themselves rather than paying someone else to do it for them.
If all you want is a drawer pull, then by all means go to the store and buy one.
EXCELENTE MAESTRO
WARNING: Never try this with a file or rasp that doesn't have a handle fitted.
Why? Just picture this: The rat-tail driven backwards through your hand!
Awesome
Liked it!
Nice job
Sensacional, parabéns!!!
Genius
Excelent!
que top belo trabalho
I think it's a smart idea for making once! but if you go on to make some more the same way.... It isn't easy to copy the shape of the first one!
CLEVER THANX !!!
MUITO BOM, parabéns!!!
merci bravo
Clever
You sir, made that look way too easy. Nice job and very good video. Hmmmm, wonder how many of us will end up going to the ER to have a file removed from our chest cavity. 😳 🐪💨
otimo video
how do you get them all to be precisely the same size?
Bravo
super
nice
Nice :)
Gooooooood
I like your idea but I think I would like to make a tool rest instead of free handing it.