TREADLE LATHE

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7 жыл бұрын

Finally got around to making a foot powered lathe for our homestead. The frame is a mix of yellow pine and red maple joined with through wedged tenons, draw bored tenons, and half lap joints.
The flywheel is made of reclaimed red oak from an old house down the street. Three layers are glued and screwed together after being edge joined with tongue and groove joints making a very heavy and stable wheel. The crank shaft and headstock pulleys axle are just some half inch steel rod running in bearings.
Plans for a similar lathe can be found in Roy Underhills book “the woodwrights guide”

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@danieldowning4583 7 жыл бұрын

With just a little use and age on this piece Mr Chickadee, this lathe would look very much 150 years old. Genius. Great work. Roy Underhill would give high marks for this one. The tranquility of your videos is so mesmerizing, it all most seems like you are right in the shop watching. If there were such a thing as smell o vision, with the odor of wood I would feel like I were actually there.

@jackstrubbe7608 4 жыл бұрын

I grew up in a water-powered sawmill in Ohio in the late 40s early 50s, and falling upon these videos is a joy. Simple, silent joy. And cats! Wood shavings, the scent of different woods, and freshly brewed dopplebochs. And cats. Thank you.

@twitchyflash333 7 жыл бұрын

I love how it's all done as if power tools weren't a thing. So mesmerizing.

@TechTins_Projects 2 жыл бұрын

When the oil wells are dry everything will be hand made during daylight hours.

@lolabunny087 7 жыл бұрын

Please please make a silent walkthrough of the workshop and the new house .. let us see all the great work that you have done ... :D .. God bless you and your family ...

@imKenyo 7 жыл бұрын

nice, good idea

@wxfield 7 жыл бұрын

Alternatively, you could just watch all his videos with the sound off.

@alessioragazzi9036 7 жыл бұрын

lolabunny087 qqq

@briarfox637 6 жыл бұрын

I think he meant a video showing a walk through without narration.

@unit0033 4 жыл бұрын

lol

@TromboneRockGod 7 жыл бұрын

To come home and find a :20 min Mr. Chickadee video just brightened up my whole day. That lathe is insane, wow, thank you Mr. Chickadee...

@ledzeppelin6662 5 жыл бұрын

Well where shall I start! I have never been so mesmerised by ANYTHING! The perfectionism,craftsmanship and slow but sure way you work is such an inspiration to me! I never knew woodworking could be so serenely satisfying, and I've been a carpenter for 30 years! I'm gradually changing the way I work to your methods and it just feels fantastic! Please keep posting more brilliant videos Mr Chickadee,you are the ultimate craftsman👍.

@taxidrivercarl6074 4 жыл бұрын

Nice to see someone who can use traditional tools and techniques. More skillful and more importantly, more peaceful than screaming machines

@ashadowawhisper Жыл бұрын

I made a treadle large several years ago and I will say this, if you use a 5/8” shaft for your spindle you can get your hands on some Shopsmith accessories like a drive spur that slides onto a straight 5/8” shaft and even some spindle adapters for a 1” x 8 tpi spindle thread for being able to use scroll chucks.

@peterstewart3563 7 жыл бұрын

I like the way you work. Calm and unpretentious. Is an inspiration.

@kathilisi3019 3 жыл бұрын

My great-grandfather was a carpenter. I remember his workshop and his hand-crafted tools. He had a lathe that looked similar to this one. Watching you work makes me imagine my great-grandfather at work when he was young, 80 or 90 years ago.

@iamwhoiam4410 7 жыл бұрын

You're the true meaning of a craftsman. Thanks for sharing and keep your breathe of fresh air coming for us pro woodworkers.

@Rick_Sanchez_C137_ 7 жыл бұрын

I loved the video, can't wait until next week's video...treadle powered band saw, table saw, planer, jointer, router table??? Then in a few months I expect you to open a maker space using all your hand tools and the treadle powered ones in a timber framed shop.....I can't wait to become a member....

@JeepTherapy 7 жыл бұрын

Recently I have been watching just about all of your videos. I like how you don't talk much. Just work. Like my dad and neighbor used to do. Thank you for all the information.

@rick91443 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing...20minutes,34 seconds of pure food for the soul. Thank you...rr

@majigaining 4 жыл бұрын

If carpenters can be prophets (pun intended), you are definitely one for me. You spoke no words but between your impressive physiques and passions you have convinced me to pick up the hand saw more often and go easy on my circular saw.

@pauloflynn3365 4 жыл бұрын

I have watched many hours of your work over the past few months and each project is as relaxing as watching snooker. Thanks and looking forward to more.

@yummboy2 7 жыл бұрын

An amazing video to watch! Your skill with hand tools remains entirely impressive. Your mortise and tenion joints are as close to perfect as I have ever seen. Not only are you skilled, you are talented! Thanks so much for sharing this excellent craftsmanship!

@ClintRoseCarving 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, that double through tenon at the start fitted very nicely indeed! Just a testament to what you can achieve with the silence and mastery of hand tools. Great as always.

@underclass_zer0274 7 жыл бұрын

Great work. Even the cat at 7:30 seems amazed.

@Nguroa 7 жыл бұрын

The craftsmanship is just something that is lost in this modern world of ours. I really enjoy your vids and look foreword to more. Even with all the cats blatantly scene stealing.

@jimhicks2976 7 жыл бұрын

I love watching your videos, your craftsmanship is pure artwork. Thank you for keeping the old way alive.

@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 3 жыл бұрын

I used the spring pole lathe for years after I watched Roy build one. Now id Like to try a treadle with a cast iron flywheel, just to try that also. Thanks Josh and your wife. You guys really do have great videos👍

@brucea550 2 жыл бұрын

Spring pole is simple and quicker to build maybe, but this is nicer because your workpiece is 100% clear all the time. I wouldn’t want to try to make something like a rolling pin on a spring pole and trying to make a smooth cut from end to end.

@hetedeleambacht6608 10 ай бұрын

weaving loom, sewing machine, treadle lathe......all the same mechanisms! brilliant, thanks for showing us

@danaharris503 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video. Love all your traditional tools, and the skill in which you use them.

@twentyonetwos3967 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing what you do with a few sticks. Thank you for sharing.

@scottjones3966 7 жыл бұрын

I'm convinced you could build a bulldozer with a handsaw and drill at this point and fire it up and drive away. Truly one of the most talented and ingenious people I have ever seen. Thank you for the videos. I always enjoy them and the random cat shots...

@yonihales9133 7 жыл бұрын

Even the cat was "relaxed entertained".. Some how something about the work (process) is spiritualy reflective to watch ; the process is as "wow" as the finished project and after the vid ends it leaves me with a scence of getting gently set baxk down, would love to work at this shop as a sweaper

@TheNateTake 7 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@thelearninghomestead3266 7 жыл бұрын

Once again, your skill set and craftsmanship amaze me! Well done.

@KelikakuCoutin 4 жыл бұрын

This reminds me of the lathe that the Woodwright, Roy Underhill made on one of the PBS shows that he does, quite a while back. You two should get together! בס״ד

@Chr.U.Cas2216 5 жыл бұрын

Simply fantastic and unbelievably brilliant. Thanks a lot for making, taping, editing, uploading and sharing.

@barkbuster350r 7 жыл бұрын

Best videos on KZfaq!!! Thanks for sharing.

@moldingpro7208 7 жыл бұрын

You are a Master Craftsman, as well as an Artisan. Thank you for sharing your amazing skills with us! Blessings!

@szermierz7798 4 жыл бұрын

What an amazing project, simply wonderful, I can't get over the admiration for your skills in using hand tools.

@villain1409 7 жыл бұрын

I have watched a great deal of these builds,this 1 is a true master piece. It reminded me of the old treadle singer sewing machines. Thank you very much for your video & time.

@julianeaston8607 5 жыл бұрын

Pure Master-Craftsmanship, has to be the number one near silent video on KZfaq. Such a wonderful change to see a beautiful item created purely with non powered hand tools and just the natural sounds of the workshop. An almost meditative quality about it.

@xenu-dark-tony 5 жыл бұрын

Such pure peace: just the sound of a person expertly working wood to create something which creates more beautiful things. The whole situation is perfect.

@christina9alls 3 жыл бұрын

At the time of commenting, this video is 3 years old. How could I have not seen this before now? I absolutely LOVE watching awesome stuff... It's like KZfaq doesn't know me at all!

@HangingWithEpstein 3 жыл бұрын

When I saw that modern screwdriver.... I felt betrayed, like I want my money back. LoL 😂😆 I love these videos, the guy is very good. We need more people to learn these skills!!!

@gerrithoevers 4 жыл бұрын

Wow is all I can say. That is master craftsmanship at its finest.

@ivanalexander7405 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your videos! I learn so much from you, and the quality of your videos is astounding.

@RonaldLAbbey 7 жыл бұрын

SWEET lathe!!!! Cant wait to see all the projects you make with it.

@youngiecoveman2393 7 жыл бұрын

Greeting from Scotland. Great to watch a craftsman at work and to hear the sound of these sharp cutting tools at work.

@pebblesthecat3625 4 жыл бұрын

Your apprentices are very attentive, paying close inspection to your every move - as did I. Your woodworking skills are so impressive and give me something to aspire to. Thanks for the great video and sharing your knowledge.

@flightofarrow 7 жыл бұрын

I did some wood working today,watching this I realized what I was really doing was scab working some wood together,thanks! great work!

@Hirotechnics 7 жыл бұрын

Gotta respect the craftsmanship in this. I can easily imagine a lesser craftsman slapping together something like this super quick, but you took the time to think it out and make it look good and work well. That's superb; keep it up!

@jaymc8722 5 жыл бұрын

Incredible! I'm both blown away and inspired. 👍😃

@tinman1387 7 жыл бұрын

Impressive! I for one hope you never run out of projects. I really enjoy watching your videos.

@mitravesia1738 7 жыл бұрын

Good morning Mr. Chickadee thanks for your videos, I have been very helpful. I am doing the windows of my house with recycled pallets. I admit that I am not a professional carpenter. I am an apprentice and that is why his videos have served me a lot. Wife and gaticos. I have already grown a lot

@MrChickadee 7 жыл бұрын

Gracias por los comentarios. Me alegro de que usted está haciendo sus propias ventanas, que es un gran logro. No soy un miembro de la comunidad Amish aunque les doy respeto. No he hecho un ejercicio manual pero filmaré el proceso si lo hago en el futuro. ¡Sigue trabajando y ama el trabajo!

@mitravesia1738 7 жыл бұрын

Mr. Chickadee gracias por responder a mi pregunta una saludo a usted y su familia .soy fiel seguidor de sus vídeos lo considero mi mentor

@mattschoon6940 7 жыл бұрын

impressive, now if only wood bearings were possible....mind blown

@sammy8152 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome, like watching your craftsmanship. Appreciate your time and effort.

@ksingleton101 7 жыл бұрын

I love your video's! The mere fact you don't tells us this is the best or only way to do things speaks for itself, if that makes since. It's as if I'm looking not what's inside the box but what's outside, thank you.

@dalyjolly5891 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing thing to see this come together. Thank you.

@ikust007 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving the reference book. Bravo.

@jacobopstad5483 4 жыл бұрын

I love the way everything fits together so snugly and with pegs and things.

@noisebox9529 7 жыл бұрын

I didn't know what a Treadle Lathe was before watching this. Now i need one, and know how to build it without electricity.

@georgejohnson1537 7 жыл бұрын

wow.....You're one amazing carpenter/craftsman... You have a skill set that I can only dream of. Thank you for posting these videos. Have a great day man!

@buynsell365 6 жыл бұрын

Great Job !!! One of the best builds I have seen. More videos like these please.

@SethsProject 7 жыл бұрын

Wow what an incredible tool! Fantastic job :)

@DownwardsRising 5 жыл бұрын

I did not know that tongue and groove board edging could be done with hand tools. I always thought they were a modern milling type accomplishment; only doable with table saws and routers. Mind expanded.

@samfarina 4 жыл бұрын

Look up the Stanley #48. Has a fence that flips so you can do tongue and groove with one plane.

@subrosa7mm 4 жыл бұрын

Like the guy below. Found this video at 5:35am. However. I have kids to take to school. But this was enjoyable and satisfying to watch!

@rafaelmonteirorodrigues4672 7 жыл бұрын

I've been watching since about 16k subs, and it's a joy seeing you guys accomplish so much. Keep up the good work !

@huuthong1015 7 жыл бұрын

it is a great job. it reminds me how people did wood turning long ago before application of electric motor. thank you very much

@you_are_cleared_hot6950 5 жыл бұрын

Love your work Marine! Add this to the pile of things to build!

@clutions 6 жыл бұрын

I'm drooling over your #71.

@jedbowser3158 7 жыл бұрын

Always looking forward to your videos.

@geodezix 7 жыл бұрын

You are the go-to-guy for powerless technology!

@stanleyjones2085 7 жыл бұрын

Wow what craftsmanship, truly awesome!

@earthsciteach 3 жыл бұрын

Your joinery work is insane. I'm trying to train myself to not think about the end result, but focus on the individual step (in most things I do). You have great focus and patience. Love watching you create!

@mst5632 6 жыл бұрын

Great job. Beautiful craftsmanship.

@davidfairman5461 6 жыл бұрын

I'm looking to build one of these myself n now I've seen how it can be done. Thank you for an excellent video.

@jlinkels 6 жыл бұрын

Amazing. Especially the flywheel. As simple as a wheel might be, it takes incredible accuracy to make it run true as this one does.

@CJLeTeff 7 жыл бұрын

Beautifully crafted as always!

@kevinwoodcock7578 7 жыл бұрын

Functional and elegant . Outstanding work.

@aienatu 7 жыл бұрын

You, sir, are an inspiration!

@aaronthomas8834 5 жыл бұрын

The most tranquil videos on youtube, man. That cat staring into the camera, too good.

@GruyereEmmentaler 5 жыл бұрын

I really admire your technique. Especially the minimal but strategic use of glue and hardware.

@ericrider9718 7 жыл бұрын

awesome build, can't wait to see you make things on the lathe now!

@mrstandfast2212 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful project, I love the use of the tongue and groove planes and you've got great firefighters as a result.

@bordenfleetwood5773 7 жыл бұрын

If I become half as competent with my leather as you are in wood, I will be a happy man. Excellent craftsmanship! I'm sure there are mistakes - there always are; but it works, and it will hold up to decades of use, if not more. (and it would likely take either yourself or a master craftsman to point them out) I'm also more than a little envious of your tools. The specialized planes and that beautifully robust bit/brace, especially. Wondrous tools, in the hands of an excellent craftsman. Truly inspiring. Thank you!

@rusty7989 7 жыл бұрын

Elegant design and construction. Thank you.

@jeffledlow1955 6 жыл бұрын

As per expected, once again, you sir have failed to disappoint with your skills!

@marcusm.8374 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing craftsmanship, thanks for this video.

@user-wc7vp1fy3w Жыл бұрын

J'aime énormément votre savoir-faire et le calme que vous dégagez! Merci

@aserta 7 жыл бұрын

Top notch! Really nicely done on the big wheel, i think this is the first time i see someone carve the groove as opposed to simply spinning it and then carving it. And i have to say i like this method better.

@sicklibra8850 7 жыл бұрын

The sheer skill with those hand tools is downright amazing.

@galenlong1441 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, very interesting subject too.

@longhaulblue1145 4 жыл бұрын

Not so primitive technology (the channel). Lol. But same idea. No talking. Just doing. And seeing what one can accomplish with primitive tools. Primitive Technology is a lot more primitive but I'm not comparing. Just enjoying the clever, the perseverance. A reminder of how we as a species got here. Great job!

@imKenyo 7 жыл бұрын

wonderful work, congrats

@josephduchow3599 6 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate these videos you do! I’ve learned a lot

@mrtelechi 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing skills, thank you, great to watch and certainly spiked my interest in making one of these.

@arthurmcpherson6155 7 жыл бұрын

Great project! Very well done!

@gh0stmast3r 7 жыл бұрын

I like your aversion to power tools

@kyleaegis5613 4 жыл бұрын

Best part at 7:30! The entire video was mesmerizing! Wonderful craftsmanship!

@fab926 7 жыл бұрын

Breathtaking skill.

@brctom1 4 жыл бұрын

You are a gifted man/ craftsman.

@ufukgunes6592 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent workmanship

@wtchtower 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for Sharing once again. Your awesome Mr. Chickadee. Wish I could build one on my own someday. All I need is to draft it at start and have the needed tools and materials to begin with. Keep the good work.