Excellent demo.

Most informative video that I’ve seen on the topic. Thank you.

Wow, so much info in such a tiny object. Learning alot..

I remember someone said the harder wood spins longer than the softer. That shop of your sawdust pile reminds me of my cat using a sawdust pile like that my dad had in the garage as a litterbox. Dad did not appreciate that much, but then he chuckled. We didn't know about her doing that till we started cleaning up his mess. So...

Could use drill rod

Thanks Jim for making such a beautiful spindle, it’s so elegant in design and a dream to use!

This is brilliant-saving up! 😊

You can make your own small lathe tools from old worn-out screwdrivers. They are hard tool steel and work well. Grind any shape on the end; keep the steel cool as you grind.

Thank you for sharing this. Well done. You start this video with a spindle that's already round. I need to start with a blank that's 3/4" square and 28" long. Any thoughts that might help?

Thanks for sharing m, that’s awesome 😎

nice! thanks!

Здорово, а как можно заказать в Россию

Anyways is not a word. The word is anyway.

Very nice video. I'm in a club and I've turned over 70 tops - we sell them and donate to a children's hospital (over $4000 last year!).

Thanks Jim, very detailed and informative

Eventually this will evolve into a spinning wheel.

I just came upstairs after snapping a thin spindle and I learned a lot thank you.

I can see why this would be nice in an apartment, or other smaller living conditions. But so would an e-spinner.

How do you keep the pen coloes frim running? I like to wax or spray lacquer my tops for that extra shine and durability. Pat Harris

What markers are you using? I’m enjoying your video. Thanks

First time seeing your video. Very well done. I enjoyed it. I’ll be back. Thanks Roger D.

I was hoping for a ‘ how to tutorial’ …..?

❤ so glad I found this! I've been teaching myself to turn supported spindles on a mini lathe and it's been a journey. I couldn't find anyone turning spindles until this popped into my feed.❤

ever made Dreidels? A toy similar to a spinning top used in games of chance played by children and adults at Hanukkah.

Just ordered mine Christmas Day and am so excited! I’ve seen nothing that compares to your KS.

Thank you so much for,which has to be,the best top turning video I have ever watched 😄👍.

Excellent video!!!

Very nice video, love the 2 piece top option.

Very enjoyable video. I'm going to have to give pine wood a try!

Think I gummed up my bearings when sanding to finish it. So mad at myself. Will try 3 in 1 oil.

It’s genius and beautiful. I love mine!

Wow....Am going to check out all of your sites.

Excellent instructional video ... wish I had one of those metal diameter gauges!

This video couldn't have come at a better time for me. I'm turning handles for chrome coffee scoops. Your technique is excellent. I especially like the tailstock cup insert tip. I'm drilling into one end of each spindle to press fit a brass insert to receive the scoop. So far I've been using too much tailstock pressure and using wood blanks that are not well dried. When I try to finish the end of the handle (at the tailstock) the blank wobbles like a buggy whip.

Beautiful! What kind and colour is the stain that you have used on this kick spindle?

You were talking about rods made out of high speed steel. A wore out or broken drill bit is high speed steel.

How do you ply wool with the kick spindle?

Love the meticulous care that goes into your work!

Absolutely fascinating! I wish someone in my life would have taught me all the wonders ... a man I met online was cutting down a tree in his yard and he made me a yarn bowl - which I cherish!!! Thank you for sharing your talent. Love watching your video. At least I know how to use a nostepinne. Whew.

Do you turn tipe topes ? I find they are easy to turn but hard to turn so they work.

Very nice video, thanks. I've turned tops off & on for years. Never had luck with the chatter, will try again.

What speed are you using the chatter tool, at

Thank-you so much for making this video. I am brand new to turning and am really enjoying it. I've made a few tops but the wood really shows what type is best. The 2x2's are handy but the grain just keeps exploding on me. I made a really nice one yesterday from a piece of apple wood, what a difference. With your encouragement and tips, I'll keep going!!

Oh no I just found a new hobby

Thanks for sharing your knowledge 🙏

Thank you sir, as a new older, new, turner, I appreciate any helpI can get..Blessings

Thanks for the fun little video. o how do we find that little book? I've made a few Tops but I'm game for some new tricks and live to support other guys out there. ( it was a little hard to find but after a few searches I found it on Amazon) Thanks for checking on this note anyhow.

Love the video! I was wondering if there was some sort of guide you use to make consistent spindles, I guess so now, huh? <3 from Vermont, see you around the spindle groups! Stacey