Here in Australia the Army Apprentices used to make a canon as part of their trade training, it's great to see these skill still exist, love the channel.
You should just do it - many years ago I started having a workshop when I was totally broke. Many years later and I have something comparable to Jimmy's.
I just got my first job recently so I am saving money. I built a workbench and a loft bed/desk (out of 2x4s) but that is it. But I have some fun projects in mind.
BOY , DID I EVER HIT THE VIDEO JACKPOT. THREE NEW VIDS, I'VE NOT SEEN ANY OFF JIMMY'S WORK FOR MONTHS . WHAT A REFRESHING MOMENT AND AS USUAL GREAT WORK JIMMY.
Most people would assume the footage is sped up to make the video less boring. What they don't realize is that jimmy actually works at these speeds and made the whole cannon in 15 minutes.
Bro Kapi sorry buddy but you’re WRONG! Jimmy works much faster! This video and his others are played in slow motion cause the average human eye can’t keep up with his awesomeness!!!
Never saw anyone using a boring bar on a metal lathe like it was a turning tool on a wood lathe, and then you started using a razor wow! That's one way to just get it done, nice! Nice to meet you at the open house too.
Amazement at the mix of oldar and newar technologies used. Envy for the skills, tools and shops, tempered with delight for a new Diresta video. Hat is off.
Just when I think I'm going to relax and be lazy this weekend I see one of your videos. Now I'm all inspired and I have an uncontrollable urge to do something productive. Well guess I'm going to the hardware store in the morning.
absolutely beautiful craftsmanship. I thoroughly enjoyed watching you handmake this beautiful cannon and then to see it and the others fire. Just takes your breath away. Thank you so much for sharing.
I was a maintenance man in a machine shop for quite a few years. I always saw the machinist' using a razor blade that way but it never occurred to me they were detailing the part. Bad Azz brother, as always :-)
I've just finished making my own cannon as a university project in England. I used chemiwood to turn it but in separate pieces, then mould and cast in fiberglass. I do love the way you were able to turn this all in one go. It looks incredible!
Dear JimmyDiResta. Extremely well done showing very fine and precise craftsmanship. Even more fantastic that the very good taped video didn't content any blablabla or not fitting or bad or too loud music. Just a little working background sound. Completely perfect in my opinion! Congrats. Thanks a lot for sharing. Best regards.
Awesome! There's something for everyone in this video. A bit of turning, a bit of milling, a bit of Cnc... what more could you ask for? Good one Jimmy!
una cosa más genial que la otra, es increíble tu talento jimmy, siento una profunda admiracíon por el trabajo que realizas, por más que intento seguirte, creo que tu nivel de perfección es inalcanzable, aún así, te sigo a morir y te agradezco que nos compartas tu arte!!.. saludos desde chile hermnano!!!!!!!!!!!
Damn, did I just see Jimmy protect his ways while using abrasives on the lathe? Hat's is off to you mate, keep that machine going for a good long while and avoid those abrasives on the ways.
As if turning metal wasn't already cool enough, then you go and make something that fires large projectiles. Beautiful work. That had to be fun to make as much as firing it. It sure is pretty, and it's only going to get better looking with age.
Great work. Interesting that you had to tidy up the wheels, I had never thought of CNC plasma cutting being inaccurate before but I suppose that's the nature of cutting by an arc like that.
I really really enjoy watching your milling videos (I enjoy all of your videos actually), but something about watching metal go from dirty and dull to brought and shiney!
Lethality in its full beauty, magnificent in its lines & proportions & strangely fascinating & a little disturbing how one is drawn to its curves & burning flames of shot & kinetic kill.
Jimmy if you have air supply which you do, try a cold air gun, on manual milling you can really take good cuts and drill with no messy oils, it's not too loud either?
Here in Australia the Army Apprentices used to make a canon as part of their trade training, it's great to see these skill still exist, love the channel.
glad you created these in the traditional manner. nice to see how they were made back in the day when they were used
I wish to one day have at least half of the tools this guy has. A big workshop all to myself. That is my dream.
You should just do it - many years ago I started having a workshop when I was totally broke. Many years later and I have something comparable to Jimmy's.
I just got my first job recently so I am saving money. I built a workbench and a loft bed/desk (out of 2x4s) but that is it. But I have some fun projects in mind.
David Bergara - Gonzalez k
The rule of thumb is you always need a new tool every job you do 😉
I don't want or need ALL the tools.........just the lathe and mill.
Turning with a razor blade. I've never seen that one. Jimmy Diresta just does whatever the hell he wants and it's awesome.
BOY , DID I EVER HIT THE VIDEO JACKPOT. THREE NEW VIDS, I'VE NOT SEEN ANY OFF JIMMY'S WORK FOR MONTHS . WHAT A REFRESHING MOMENT AND AS USUAL GREAT WORK JIMMY.
Most people would assume the footage is sped up to make the video less boring. What they don't realize is that jimmy actually works at these speeds and made the whole cannon in 15 minutes.
Bro Kapi seems legit
Bro Kapi sorry buddy but you’re WRONG! Jimmy works much faster! This video and his others are played in slow motion cause the average human eye can’t keep up with his awesomeness!!!
Ronan
Seriously you believe what you are saying?
But dude, I like it boring!
He should play at actual speed for more boring action! ;)
Never saw anyone using a boring bar on a metal lathe like it was a turning tool on a wood lathe, and then you started using a razor wow! That's one way to just get it done, nice! Nice to meet you at the open house too.
What a beauty. Firing up that glory cannon made me so excited. MERICA!
Amazement at the mix of oldar and newar technologies used. Envy for the skills, tools and shops, tempered with delight for a new Diresta video. Hat is off.
Very nice work, the steel carriage adds a nice touch to things..👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
awwwwyeah that thing is a beaut!
quick tip for fewer chips-in-the-beard: flip tool upside down, spin lathe backwards.
This Old Tony ahhhhhhh yes!!! Thank you !
DiRESTARRR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This Old Tony
Nooob
Sore
the craftsmanship you put in all your work is awsome
Just when I think I'm going to relax and be lazy this weekend I see one of your videos. Now I'm all inspired and I have an uncontrollable urge to do something productive. Well guess I'm going to the hardware store in the morning.
absolutely beautiful craftsmanship. I thoroughly enjoyed watching you handmake this beautiful cannon and then to see it and the others fire. Just takes your breath away. Thank you so much for sharing.
I was a maintenance man in a machine shop for quite a few years. I always saw the machinist' using a razor blade that way but it never occurred to me they were detailing the part.
Bad Azz brother, as always :-)
I like how this cannon shows your progression as a maker, using new tools to make a familiar project :)
Best build yet Jimmy. Hope the visitors at NYCCNC appreciated it. Cheers from Australia. Aaron.
I've just finished making my own cannon as a university project in England. I used chemiwood to turn it but in separate pieces, then mould and cast in fiberglass.
I do love the way you were able to turn this all in one go. It looks incredible!
uploaded on my birthday, an update to my favorite build! how did I miss this???
Dear JimmyDiResta. Extremely well done showing very fine and precise craftsmanship. Even more fantastic that the very good taped video didn't content any blablabla or not fitting or bad or too loud music. Just a little working background sound. Completely perfect in my opinion! Congrats. Thanks a lot for sharing. Best regards.
Cool video. I like the combination of precision and artistry in your lathe work.
Awesome! There's something for everyone in this video. A bit of turning, a bit of milling, a bit of Cnc... what more could you ask for? Good one Jimmy!
Amazing work.
No doubt this is a piece of art,bravoo Jimmy.
you looked much more comfortable making this one. Great job
Wow..using the back of a knife blade to polish brass on a lathe....
You've got some sick skills Mr.!!
hey Jimmy I used you as a reference to get a job at Dickies BBQ. I wish you a good day bud.
Vasko Chicago dad?
Vasko Chicago lol
Dad?
Scott Varena dad?
Chris Fearing dad?
Nice! There's something really satisfying about watching all the component parts being assembled
Anybody notice the frame of the cannon wasn't square? It was 3 wheeling.
Great Job JImmy, never cease to amaze with your work
Badass cannon follow up Jimmy. I like how you welded the steel C to the allthread and THEN cut the center away. That was a smart move!
Epic, I've seen most of your videos are you Sir are an industrial artist.
The skill this man has wow
Quite possibly the most awesome thing you've made thus far.
A work of art that shoots cannon balls! I loved the video and he great craftsmanship.
The hand razor work is insane
I wanted to say this was one of your best but then there is the canoe, the toolbox, the winesafe, ok they all great, lol.
A joy to watch, every frame a pleasure! Thank you so very much. David
Encore une fois, j' admire votre savoir faire ! Et votre outillage est au top, je suis jaloux, sans aucune animosité bien sûr ! Bien au contraire !
A LOT OF WORK >>>>>>> ELEGANT BUT STRONG AND POWERFUL >>>>> THANK YOU SIR
This guy NEEDS!!! to make a life size one that would be awesome.
So glad we got to see them on the firing line!
Italian Style. Di Resta never fails
OUTSTANDING bang bang you made!
Excellence in a nutshell. I really enjoy your creativity
Can't wait to see DiResta's new bike.
The red finger tips damn near put me on the floor LOL Nice job as usual !!
Are you kidding me?! Jimmy that's awesome!
Cool build, also, just watched the white oak tool box build, nice build.
Lovely design!!
Great build, awesome approach
Really enjoyed this build... you are a serious artist sir!
very beautiful job!
I'really like the use of brass and soldering...just awesome, very satisfying to watch!
Diresta is extremely creative IMO
Beautiful work, sir! Very nicely done indeed.
Lovely cannons... Looks like you guys had some fun shooting them off.
This puts the 3D-print-a-gun worry into perspective for me. Also, Ronald MacDonnald wants his hands back.
Smoothbore guns are more or less unregulated. If you want to machine a cannon that launches javelins go for it
Wtf! This is totally crazy! Respect...
Greetings from Michigan, videos like this is why I'm subscribed, thanks for the inspiration!
Impressive plasma cutting!
Great job Bro. Something about cannons.... they are simply cool. Fun video to watch. Thx
That was a hell of a trick with the razor blade for the surface finish.
Awesome build Jimmy! 🤘👌👍
una cosa más genial que la otra, es increíble tu talento jimmy, siento una profunda admiracíon por el trabajo que realizas, por más que intento seguirte, creo que tu nivel de perfección es inalcanzable, aún así, te sigo a morir y te agradezco que nos compartas tu arte!!.. saludos desde chile hermnano!!!!!!!!!!!
Just look at all that brass. Chris at ClickSpring would be proud.
Incredible work Jim!!
I love how his tag is on every freakn object he uses or in his workshop!
That is a Beautiful piece of Artwork!! LOVE IT!!!!!!
Damn, did I just see Jimmy protect his ways while using abrasives on the lathe? Hat's is off to you mate, keep that machine going for a good long while and avoid those abrasives on the ways.
beautiful Canon Jimmy sounded great. you are the man brother.
one of the most beautiful things you've made. You're an absolute master!
As if turning metal wasn't already cool enough, then you go and make something that fires large projectiles. Beautiful work. That had to be fun to make as much as firing it. It sure is pretty, and it's only going to get better looking with age.
Oh man, do I need a metal lathe. Awesome job, Jimmy.
Es un moderno y muy bonito modelo...... gracias por compartir..!!!
Brilliant work Jimmy..
been following this one on insta and I'm still amazed. thanks for all the inspiration
Pure art Jimmy.
Great craftsmanship
Stunningly gorgeous on the lathe
Excellent work! A thing of beauty!
That is awesome! Great to see the whole process, thanks for the video Jimmy!
So cool Jimmy. Love your work
Can't wait for Cannon 6.0!
Kabooommmm!!! Good job, Jimmy!.
Never thought a cannon could be so pretty.
Jimmy Diresta, The new chuck Norris. Using wood lathe tools on a metal lathe to turn brass!
Great work. Interesting that you had to tidy up the wheels, I had never thought of CNC plasma cutting being inaccurate before but I suppose that's the nature of cutting by an arc like that.
It's because he welded 2 separate pieces together
Absolutely fantastic.
BEAUTIFUL WORK !!!
I really really enjoy watching your milling videos (I enjoy all of your videos actually), but something about watching metal go from dirty and dull to brought and shiney!
Man I love your style of video taping what fun watching your skill in such a unique way. Too cool
you are the man... never disappoint
fantástico , parabéns ótimo trabalho
beautiful work as always.
nicely done,looks awesome
dude you rock, finally some music, and the right one too. awesome
Lethality in its full beauty, magnificent in its lines & proportions & strangely fascinating & a little disturbing how one is drawn to its curves & burning flames of shot & kinetic kill.
For Cannon 3.0, try rifle the bore, I think that would be a nice little challenge and a pretty awesome upgrade! Great stuff as usual man
Great build!
Amazing! Extraordinary work!
Jimmy if you have air supply which you do, try a cold air gun, on manual milling you can really take good cuts and drill with no messy oils, it's not too loud either?