The Foot Powered (Treadle) Lathe

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The Foot Powered (Treadle) Lathe

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11 жыл бұрын

The Foot Powered (Treadle) Lathe woodworking video by Chop With Chris is a time lapse of the construction of a foot powered lathe using an antique corn auger flywheel. I use only hand tools, no powers tools, nails, or screws. The lathe can run up to 1500 rpm and it is great for turning wood. I hope you enjoy. Be sure to watch related videos below:
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@ProXicT 9 жыл бұрын

This is the best woodworking video, I have ever seen! Respect!

@ChopWithChris 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ProXicT 9 жыл бұрын

Chop With Chris You're welcome, this is really great job :-)

@joshhallmark9777 5 жыл бұрын

A fine example of why products of bygone eras were built to last. When such skill was required in order to make something it was well done and meant to be a once in a lifetime purchase. Now we have mass produced trash that was designed with planned obsolescence in mind to guarantee purchasing another item in a year or two. A fine video, fine craftsmanship, fine final product. A pleasure to see.

@ChopWithChris 5 жыл бұрын

Well thank you very much!

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Actually I made a bowl for my friend Kasia who is from Poland. I have visited myself a few times. The old section of Warsaw is brilliant.I had no idea there were so many different types of sausage!! Chris

@aleveraj 11 жыл бұрын

Hats Off to you Chris!! Some time ago I read an article that stated that modern people is less intelligent and ingenious than half a century ago. In other words, our engineering aptitudes, the ability to come up with problem solving ideas, is going down the drain as time passes and generations evolve... And I kind of agree. You my friend, are the living proof that there's still hope. Brilliant!!

@JerryRigEverything 11 жыл бұрын

Freaking awesome channel man. That kind of work takes major skill.

@Im-building-stuff 6 ай бұрын

👍🏻

@markgunn6454 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome. You are good. I like your style of presentation. Well done and thank you.

@ChopWithChris 5 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome.

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Well thats about the nicest thing anyone has ever said about me - many thanks. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks and peace to you and your family. Chris

@abaddon2479 5 жыл бұрын

Man your the mad scientist of woodcraft. That was awesome.

@ChopWithChris 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@user-po4xg1xq7n 9 ай бұрын

What a genius, creative, i want to make one.

@ChopWithChris 9 ай бұрын

Thanks. I have a How To video on my channel for the lathe so check it out.

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Go Irish! Thats about the best compliment I think I have ever had. Take care. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

I actually only started this a few years ago. Its more about passion than skill. Chris

@MarkMaysey 10 жыл бұрын

Outstanding job here Chris, what an inspiration. I'd like to one day make one of these.

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks and good luck. You get get some of the design details from my video: The Foot Powered Lathe 2. Chris

@pleappleappleap 2 жыл бұрын

Your joinery is *impressive* .

@ChopWithChris 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@valveman12 4 жыл бұрын

Chop with Chris I love these manually powered machines. I am presently working on a treadle generator to charge a small bank of batteries for a little light at the cottage and charge phones. Nothing huge, just a flywheel with alternating magnets, coils, and some electronics. Well done on your build Chris!👍

@ChopWithChris 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! I’d like to see that. Can you please send me some pictures when done - “chopwithchris@gmail.com”

@valveman12 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChopWithChris Hi Chris I will send you a few pics of what I have so far.

@davidh7613 4 жыл бұрын

How did it work out? I'd love to see it!

@seanc7151 8 жыл бұрын

HOLY COW!!! I am speechless.... All wood no fastener build using all period hand tools. Astounding.

@ChopWithChris 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@OhCrapItsJimmy 11 жыл бұрын

My wife would kill me if she came home and found one of those things in the garage....

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Holy Moly - I haven't heard that in a while which makes the compliment even more special! Thanks and take care. Chris

@excelephant 11 жыл бұрын

Mate, that is AWESOME! I'm a cabinet maker by trade and watching this made me mourn for the old skills which are falling by the wayside as modern techniques, tools and materials are inexorably taking over. I know apprentices who don't even know how to do dovetails or a mortise and tenon by hand. Very sad. Thank you for keeping the skill alive and thank you for your brilliant videos. :)

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

The first 15 minutes are difficult but then the body adjusts. Thanks. Chris

@blutfrosch 11 жыл бұрын

This is just flat out poetry. The music, the speed enhancement... It's a delight to watch.

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Its called a draw knife. One of my favorite tools to use. Thanks and take care. Chris

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks again my friend. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Yes - it was a nice touch. It's a journey, not a race so you may as well do the job right. Chris

@BCscreations 9 жыл бұрын

I'm an avid wood worker myself, and to watch you do this in the way of old is absolutely awsome!

@ChopWithChris 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks. More to come. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

You don't need talent if you have passion. Good luck. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

ขอบคุณ ฉันได้รับในประเทศไทยหลายครั้ง คุณมีประเทศที่สวยงาม คริส

@frandewitt311 4 жыл бұрын

My wife thinks I'm crazy wanting these old tools, glad to knows there's other crazy guys too. Awesome

@ChopWithChris 4 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club!!

@granttoye5852 4 жыл бұрын

Not crazy at all! Hand and foot powered tools will live through all manner of disasters!

@philipjones369 5 жыл бұрын

Well i expect that most of our comments are top as i have never seen such skill to watch. He is the kind of chap who makes one feel like throwing their tools in the trash,If i was a bit younger i might think about getting better, but that standard is amazing. lovely work indeed.

@ChopWithChris 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks - I love doing it. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Danke mein Freund. Ich habe viele Male nach Deutschland gereist. Sie haben ein schönes Land! Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend. Chris

@lolsborn 10 жыл бұрын

craftsmanship level infinity.

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for compliment. Chris

@FirstLast-ej1my 7 жыл бұрын

Makes me want to get back into the wood shop. Remember building simple pine furniture as a kid using templates at the age of 5. Would love to learn from someone like you. This is truly an artform. Anyone with modern tools can build but it takes a true craftsman to do this type of work.

@ChopWithChris 7 жыл бұрын

+First Last Well thank you very much!

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

And thank you very much. Chris

@gustavgordon 2 жыл бұрын

I built a treadle lathe about two years ago for demonstrations and found that the small sewing machine belt was the weak part of the design. I was surprised that you used the same but appear to get much more power transfer from it. I have to find a way to get more tension in the belt. I really enjoyed watching this.

@ChopWithChris 2 жыл бұрын

I spray belt dressing in the pulley and flywheel so it gets more traction. I also have a belt tensioner. I have the detailed How To video on my channel as well. Good luck!

@shadeofsound23 11 жыл бұрын

This entire vid is a testament to the power of tools that are well maintained. Your chiseling is awesome, hardly any hesitation in knocking off just the amount you want.

@jeremiahhuson8458 10 жыл бұрын

As a Blacksmith and a hobbyist hand tool woodworker, I commend you on your ingenuity and practicality. My day job requires me to make almost all of my own tools or come up with ways to use whats to hand on a continuous basis. You have demonstrated that with a little elbow grease and patience most anything can be accomplished. Oh and nice post drill I have one in my smithy but mostly I just hot punch my holes and needed.

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I think blacksmithing may be my next calling. Take care. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks and good luck! Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks and more to come. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks - practise makes perfect. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks and more therapy to come. Chris

@18141776hhhh 3 жыл бұрын

I love the joinery! It looks so elegant. The treadle power is very interesting. No need to find a socket to plug the machine in. No motor, less parts, no cord. Cool!

@ChopWithChris 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend. Chris

@GeorgeGeranium 11 жыл бұрын

superman! my father is a carpenter too. missed my childhood days playing with those tools

@anthonyrobison5940 9 жыл бұрын

As a fellow wood smith I tip my hat to you sir. You truly are an inspiration.

@ChopWithChris 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much brother!

@RDJim 11 жыл бұрын

If you've ever seen any of Matthias's home made wooden machines you know it is a high compliment.

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks my friend. Now you need to watch the sequel - Foot Powered Lathe II. Go Irish! Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Jim, I will give it a try. Thanks. Chris

@JackCamino 11 жыл бұрын

Chris, this is the kind of videos I would click a "love" button. Man, you built the mother of all handles, you should be proud of yourself and include that to your resume.

@cambioloco 3 жыл бұрын

No screws, no nails, without electricity!. Pure beauty !. Congratulations

@ChopWithChris 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Obrigado meu amigo. Chris

@OffGridInvestor 11 жыл бұрын

my great uncle had one of those drills. my great aunt may still have it. remember mucking around with it in my early teens.

@phreykin 10 жыл бұрын

Just the stuff I enjoy! Thank you indeed!

@hantzel1 11 жыл бұрын

It does not even look simple, what a wonderful way to use your strenght and wits !

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Chris

@ericchapman399 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful to watch a highly skilled craftsman at work with hand tools only. With a great understanding of the engineering required to build a lathe then demonstrate it in use.

@ChopWithChris 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Eric!

@hungryfareasternslav1823 4 жыл бұрын

God, those tools you used in this video looks better than what most crafters use today. Seriously, I want to use something like that.

@ChopWithChris 4 жыл бұрын

👍🏻💪

@NayroTheAdventurer 10 жыл бұрын

Well everything just works out perfectly for you doesn't? Good job dude

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Rob, Thank you very much. I have many more videos for you to enjoy and there are more to come. Take care. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks a for your support! Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks! More to come. Chris

@Roosters-rants1977 Жыл бұрын

Omg. It's absolutely beautiful. I'm shocked you found the pieces you did. You brought it back to it's glory.

@ChopWithChris Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@amphidory7600 3 жыл бұрын

the elegance of your tailstock base is a thing of joy!

@ChopWithChris 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@aridemedina8770 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@kingmatthew3653 7 жыл бұрын

Man!! I can't even begin to express how impressed I am. You are amazing! First of all, congrats for your channel and thank u deaply for sharing with us your projects. You just got a new fan!

@ChopWithChris 7 жыл бұрын

+Matheus Soares Well thank you very much. I also did a How To version of this project.

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris

@nonsholten 11 жыл бұрын

I was so fascinated by what I saw that I didn't notice the music until the end of the video! This is just amazing!

@bernardmichel8750 9 жыл бұрын

Man !! As we say here , in Brazil , You got GOLD in your hands !! Really imaginative , and gifted too !! Many Thanks !!

@ChopWithChris 9 жыл бұрын

Bernard MICHEL Obrigado meu amigo. Chris

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Very impressive - thanks for sharing Chris

@samnelson3958 11 жыл бұрын

This is not normally something i would be interested in at all but to see you do this all with hand tools, all your own design, i think this is "effing" amazing. Congratulations you are a very skilled person.

@egwenejs 7 жыл бұрын

The lathe was pretty badass, but that chisel was killer.

@ChopWithChris 7 жыл бұрын

+James No doubt. I love my Slick!

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment. I actually have no formal training. I just follow my passion. Give it a try. Chris

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

It's pretty smooth. I can get about 2000 rpm. Once I get into a rhythm it's ok. I elongated the foot pedal to I can use either lag. Thanks. Chris

@genxer74 11 жыл бұрын

You sir, are a mechanical and wood-working genius. Bravo!

@chaz706 11 жыл бұрын

This is like going to the moon using nothing but a slide rule for a calculator. Well done sir! Well done! I am positively dumbfounded by your level of carpentry skills!

@granttoye5852 4 жыл бұрын

This guy could work in his shop through the apocalypse, and not even notice! He has so many manual/treadle tools and such!

@ChopWithChris 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’m ready for the zombies!

@granttoye5852 4 жыл бұрын

@@ChopWithChris lol you say that as a joke, but you, and people like you, would legitimately, probably be the only tradesmen still able to work in the s.h.t.f. scenarios!

@thetomster7625 8 жыл бұрын

by about 2 minutes in my chaw dropped and it didn't go back up till the end. Impressive work with the old construction technique!!!

@ChopWithChris 8 жыл бұрын

+the TOMSTER Well thank you very much. You may enjoy the How To version as well. I hope you enjoy all my videos. Take care. Chris

@Undeadwolfy_ 10 жыл бұрын

This is pure incredible talent. Very well done.

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@bashkillszombies 5 жыл бұрын

A double pedal treadle and a seat is all that's missing from this gorgeous creation. Don't approve of the paint job given the historic colors of such machines, but what a pleasure it is when woodworking can be sped up like this. Makes it seem so simple! But more fool you if you think that'll trick me into trying it myself! :P

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Elvijs, Paldies par jūsu komplimentus. Es ceru, ka jums patīk visas manas video. Uzmanieties, mans draugs. Chris

@michaelthemanmalloy 11 жыл бұрын

This is the kind of career path I'd follow if I was even moderately handy. Noble and awe inspiring.

@jackwebb437 6 жыл бұрын

My dad is the founder of a wood turners association in his hometown. Of course he is all about technology. However he is also always mindful of his roots. Loved this video.

@ChopWithChris 6 жыл бұрын

You have an awesome dad!!

@StuffAndMe 11 жыл бұрын

I'm 14 and can build pretty well, I've always been good at building and mechanics but, whoa man, this is amazing

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment. You are definitely more well traveled than I am. I'd love to see pictures of those lathes if you tell me where I can find them on line. Take care. Chris

@nikpap1961 10 жыл бұрын

Excellent work. Dear sir, you are a perfect paradigm of what a man can do with mind, hands and wood. Absolutely absence of electic power tools. Congratulations from Greece.

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Τα αγγλικά σας είναι καλύτερο από ό, τι τα ελληνικά μου, έτσι μπορώ να χρησιμοποιήσω το Google Translator. Έχω επισκεφθεί την υπέροχη χώρα σας 4 φορές. Ο Παρθενώνας είναι το πιο όμορφο μέρος στον κόσμο. Σας ευχαριστώ για τα συγχαρητήρια. Ευλογία για εσάς και την οικογένειά σας. Chris

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Μπολ είναι πολύ δύσκολο. Έχω ένα πολύ ισχυρό πόδι.

@seanflanagan5674 11 жыл бұрын

Love the carving you did on the tailstock "riser" to match the Dunlop design. What a hoot!

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Yes - Very rewarding!

@jeffallen7788 11 жыл бұрын

Extremely cool! I remember watching The Woodright's Shop with my dad as a kid. This brings back alot of memories.

@sarsar1371999 11 жыл бұрын

Your not just a woodworker, your an artist!

@hugoalju 8 жыл бұрын

I can't believe it took me so long to find out about this video. You're an artisan AND an artist, congratulations, this is one of the best demonstrations of talent I've ever seen. You're an inspiration!

@ChopWithChris 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I hope you enjoy all my videos.

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I'm afraid I am out of room. However, I do plan to some day build a foot powered jigsaw. Take care. Chris

@godu1111 10 жыл бұрын

I find this to be the best response to this video. Truly WOW

@matoscristiano 11 жыл бұрын

That is one of the beast work with no power tool ever!!! thank's for that brother God Bless!

@ChopWithChris 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you. More art to come in the future.

@misteragreeable8360 10 жыл бұрын

Awesome seems to be the theme of comments, and I couldn't agree more. It was the word that popped in my head when I saw it. You even impressed my twelve year old! Excellent cinematography too.

@ChopWithChris 10 жыл бұрын

Wow - he watched vs. playing Minecraft - impressive. "The Rocking Chair" may also hold his attention. Take care. Chris