Zebra Wood Inlay Chessboard

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  • Опубліковано 21 лис 2024

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  • @Woodumakeit
    @Woodumakeit Рік тому +42

    Really nice work, James! That's clever to use pins and divots for alignment. Making the inlay must have been quite tedious, but the time and effort really paid off. Like everything else you've made, the result is beautiful!!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +7

      Thanks Mike and good to hear from you. The inlay took hours but the time went quickly. Have to admit, I just made the inlay up and didn't plan it so the result even surprised me.

    • @wdwrkr
      @wdwrkr 10 місяців тому +2

      Great work. Makes my chess board look like crap. I liked the use of the tape and pins on your glueup

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks Bill, I made a lot of crap boards before making this one.
      UA-cam is a wonderful teacher and I am willing to learn so I keep lifting the bar on design and technique.
      Glad you watched the video.
      Regards James

    • @rinecodixneuf1769
      @rinecodixneuf1769 22 дні тому +1

      ​@@onehandedmakerbonjour James, je suis époustouflée par votre savoir-faire, comme j'aimerais vous avoir comme professeur !
      J'ai commencé le travail du bois il y a un an et je m'abonne pour pouvoir me perfectionner auprès de vous 🤗
      Merci 🙏

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  21 день тому

      @@rinecodixneuf1769 Merci pour ce merveilleux compliment. J'étais autodidacte et je suis sûr qu'avec votre passion pour le travail du bois et UA-cam, vous réaliserez des choses incroyables.

  • @biosapper
    @biosapper Рік тому +22

    You're better at woodworking with one arm than I am with two.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +4

      Thanks for your kind words Dominik. Much appreciated.

  • @duaneraver5762
    @duaneraver5762 8 місяців тому +7

    This is the first time seeing your channel. Words fail me. Stunned beyond belief. Your work is precise, complex, and very eye appealing.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому

      Humbled by your comment, thank you and I am very happy to read you enjoyed my work/video.
      Stay well.
      James

  • @cadmangaz1
    @cadmangaz1 Рік тому +17

    sensational work mate, your grandfather and your dad would be every proud of you. Legend.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Hey Gaz. Good to see a local checking out my channel and your comment means a lot to me.
      Chat soon.
      James

  • @DownUnderWoodWorks
    @DownUnderWoodWorks Рік тому +5

    Love the edge inlay James. Worth the effort.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks, it's great to get a comment from a fellow Aussie woodworker. Especially when I have followed your work for a long time.

  • @kartiksh7848
    @kartiksh7848 8 місяців тому +1

    great... absolutely loved it... keep it up❤❤

  • @dwaynec5312
    @dwaynec5312 8 місяців тому +4

    That is absolutely gorgeous! Wow, what colours and craftsmanship

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому +1

      It is a beautiful board thanks.
      Currently in my lounge room so I get to see it every day but still can't bring myself to place a coffee cup on it!
      Thanks for checking out my UA-cam video.
      James

    • @dwaynec5312
      @dwaynec5312 8 місяців тому +1

      What project are you currently working on James? I'd really like to see a base for it.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому +1

      Hi Dwayne.
      The base is half made but then I got side-tracked and will be making a Cahon Drum video.
      UA-cam is to blame. There just so many amazing projects I want to do.
      Where are you based?

    • @dwaynec5312
      @dwaynec5312 8 місяців тому +1

      @onehandedmaker Haha yeah, no worries, I get that. Can't wait to see more. Based in the UK, I am planning to make a chess board, yours is the best one I've seen

  • @MJLWoodWorks
    @MJLWoodWorks Рік тому +2

    Hey, I heard about your channel on @TheNewCrankyWorkshop most recent podcast! Amazingly beautiful chessboard! Great techniques in the build also along with the filming quality! I definitely learned a few new skills to try out! Thanks for making and I'll be looking through your other videos! You gained a sub. Beautiful work!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the great comment Mike.
      Just watched your latest workbench video. NICE.
      I'm truly honoured when people all over the world check out my work, the woodworking family is strong!
      Thanks again
      James
      Now to check out the TheNewCrankyWorkshop!

    • @MJLWoodWorks
      @MJLWoodWorks Рік тому

      @@onehandedmakerthank you! I don’t get many comments and to receive one from a craftsman as yourself is an honor!

  • @SSNOEY
    @SSNOEY 4 місяці тому +4

    This is the most gorgeous chess board I’ve ever seen

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  4 місяці тому

      @Creatorofnothing- Such a great comment thanks. I'm so pleased you like the board.
      Regards James

  • @jokeskeyboard
    @jokeskeyboard Рік тому +7

    Came here from Reddit. Stunning job, congratulations!
    Looking forward to the next part 😊

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching the build. Welcome to my channel as well.

  • @WoodBob
    @WoodBob Рік тому +5

    Getting the miters perfect is a real skill to have. You have done fantastically!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks Bob. I was surprised at 61 years old how good they came out.

  • @clyfton
    @clyfton 9 місяців тому +1

    Hats off! What an amazing workmanship! Thank you for sharing!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Really appreciate your comment.
      Still getting blown away by the generosity of people all over the world taking time to watch my builds and comment.
      Regards James

  • @reejoyce6305
    @reejoyce6305 Рік тому +3

    Oh wow that is stunning! Loved it all and my favourite part is your commentary, the funny bits like where the chess piece got hurt at the beginning of the video and your efforts as a 9 year old! Just very clever. Hi to your beautiful wife Jo from Kylie from her old work. I miss her....

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Hi Kylie, I will pass your message onto Jo.
      Fantastic to hear from you and receive such an encouraging comment. FYI the commentary is the hardest part for me and it's great to know you find it entertaining.
      Take care
      James

  • @rhjiv4
    @rhjiv4 10 місяців тому +1

    I am partially blind, so seeing a fellow woodworker with your own handicap made me feel awe for the quality and ease of use with this complicated build humbled me seriously. Thank yu for inspiring me.😆

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Very happy to hear from a fellow woodworker especially sight impaired. Truly flattered by your support and comment. What sort of stuff do you make?

  • @HappyScience-wp8cn
    @HappyScience-wp8cn 7 місяців тому +5

    Simply ... blown away!

  • @Bill-le2dp
    @Bill-le2dp 10 місяців тому +1

    one of most beautiful boards I've seen on UA-cam and I've seen more that a few . very nice with out being to over decorated.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Thanks Bill.
      Very proud of this one and looking at it right now!

  • @Bleeper168
    @Bleeper168 Рік тому +4

    Wow that end product actually gave me goosebumps. What a beautiful board. Love the gloss finish.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      That's the best reaction to any of my finishes. Thanks for checking out the video

  • @Old1stSgt
    @Old1stSgt 10 місяців тому +2

    James, I really admire your patience and the preparation you put into each step of your build...something I definitely need to learn! Thank you for the tips as well; I can't wait to put these to good use. Cheers!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Patience in the workshop is a must for me. Daydreaming about the next step and not concentrating on what I'm doing is common for me, so I slow it all down a bit.
      Happy to hear you got some tips.
      Regards James

  • @jhonemota4863
    @jhonemota4863 10 місяців тому +1

    wonderful job! The difficulty of doing this with just one hand with such quality really shows how hardworking, skilled and talented you are! I'm a chess fan here in Brazil and I really wanted to have a board like this, I would like to ask you a huge favor and that would be to ask you the measurements of the wood used in this project as well as which wood was used in this work, thank you very much in advance thanks.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому +2

      Hi and thanks for watching the video.
      The board is 600mm x 600mm and 22mm thick.
      I used Huon Pine and Black Walnut for the squares which are 50mm square. The frame around the squares is Rosewood.
      In the top of the Rosewood frame I added Ebony and Huon Pine inlays.
      I included an intricate inlay in the edge of the frame made from 100 sections of timber. The edge inlay is Zebrano (Zebra Wood) sandwiched between layers of Ebony and Huon Pine.
      Some timbers like Huon Pine are only found in Australia and only in Tasmania.
      Hope to see pictures of your board when made.
      Regards
      James

  • @charleydavidson2590
    @charleydavidson2590 Рік тому +2

    Keep making chess boards please. Its very therapeutic to watch

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks Charley.
      I have an order for one but won't get to it until next year.
      Good to know you enjoyed the board video.
      Regards James

  • @TheYouTubeUserOfficial
    @TheYouTubeUserOfficial 4 місяці тому +2

    Wow you are so talented! I can’t even do that, that’s how talented you are! Great Work!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  4 місяці тому

      Great comment thankyou and thanks for checking out my channel.
      Much appreciated
      James

  • @Tim.Foster123
    @Tim.Foster123 24 дні тому +1

    There are a number of very cool tricks in this!!! Going to have to watch it twice!
    Subscribed!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  24 дні тому +2

      @Tim.Foster123 Thanks Tim.
      It was a really enjoyable build

    • @Tim.Foster123
      @Tim.Foster123 24 дні тому +1

      @@onehandedmaker I'm making a chess board for a dear friend of mine who had a stroke some years ago. Your video is a Smackdown to my measly attempt, and letting me know I have no excuse for not upping my game. Thanks for the kick in the pants!

  • @Fidellio13
    @Fidellio13 Рік тому +3

    Dude you're the man. Better chess set than I can make with two hands. Just shows good tools and good knowledge of how to use them goes a very long way. Your work is very impressive with or without two hands!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the support and your channel looks interesting. I am very fortunate to have such a great workshop.

  • @TMN_WOOD
    @TMN_WOOD 6 місяців тому +1

    Why didn't i find your channel earlier? Awesome!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks Deeep.
      I don't think I post videos often enough for the UA-cam algorithm to promote my channel.
      That said, I am very happy doing woodwork and UA-cam at my own pace.
      Stay well.
      Regards James
      FYI Cahon video will be out next week!

  • @mrlong12u1
    @mrlong12u1 10 місяців тому +1

    That edge is simply beautiful. I'm in the middle of making my first chess board and you have given me some other ideas to try. Thanks for teaching!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      So good to hear you're making a board and you enjoyed mine! Would love to pictures when you have it completed!
      Regards
      James

  • @rickmunn7356
    @rickmunn7356 9 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful chessboard. The inlay work is super detailed. I like how you created the edge inlay. Tape and pins is a great way to align your glue up. The finish is stunning. Great work.
    Thanks for sharing your incredible talent.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Rick.
      Amazing comments like yours are so inspiring. I never thought my work would reach so many people all over the world. Very humbling.
      Many thanks James

  • @landrovervideos1182
    @landrovervideos1182 10 місяців тому +2

    Incredible skill, the zebra wood detail is mind blowing, it’s too good to use I’d put it on the mantle piece, exquisite

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Hi there.
      Great comment and thanks for watching my build. May need to build a mantelpiece first but added felt to the base of the chess pieces for now.
      FYI I owned a Series One LWB ute in 1984/1985. It was a lot of fun to drive with the doors off through the state forests.
      Regards James

  • @marinoagallo
    @marinoagallo Рік тому +1

    the multiple layered inlay around the outside of the board was brilliant! thanks for sharing that …

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks for the inlay compliment. Looks amazing in real life!
      Very happy with the way it turned out.
      Regards James

  • @curtispfaffle2217
    @curtispfaffle2217 7 місяців тому +2

    What a beautiful board!! Looks so awesome!! Thanks for sharing!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  7 місяців тому

      Your welcome and thanks for watching

  • @dontriskett8098
    @dontriskett8098 2 місяці тому +1

    The attention to detail in this build is unmatched. Absolutely phenomenal talent!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  2 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for your wonderful comment Don.
      I love what I do and I guess it shows in my work and videos.
      Almost finished a chair build which will be my next video. A pretty unique chair.
      Regards James

  • @wallytrinc9885
    @wallytrinc9885 Рік тому +2

    I enjoyed every minute of this video...& I learn a lot of new tricks... cutting the end pins to create a divots a reference point 👍...using masking tape on the underside of the board ''Genius'' ...thanks for sharing James .

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Wally.
      So good to get amazing comments from other woodworkers and good to hear you enjoyed the video.
      Regards James

  • @SothpawDesigns
    @SothpawDesigns 5 місяців тому +1

    Dude! I'm sold! Your pins and tape trick is golden!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  5 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching.
      I reckon tape would have worked, but the pins were extra insurance.
      James

  • @thefigureofwood
    @thefigureofwood 9 місяців тому +1

    My youngest son is just getting started in woodworking and your mention of having made them when you were young has given me an idea to suggest that to him, thanks!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Very rewarding comment thankyou.
      When your son makes something, please send me some pics!
      Thanks again James

  • @EricBalcon
    @EricBalcon 8 місяців тому +1

    The finish texture is just perfect, considering it's not applied with compressed air this is amazing.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому

      Thanks Eric.
      I was even surprised how good it came out.

  • @robertcote5398
    @robertcote5398 11 місяців тому +1

    That bit with the inlays was a very nice creative touch- thanks for the video!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  11 місяців тому

      Hi Robert. I watched a dozen or more UA-cam videos on inlay before deciding on the Zebra Wood pattern. Even then the Ebony and Pine strips almost disappear and could have been thicker.
      Very pleased you enjoyed my video.
      Many thanks.
      James

  • @pi1d
    @pi1d 7 місяців тому +2

    From Saudi Arabia thank you for your effort and passion

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  7 місяців тому

      Wonderful to hear from Saudi Arabia and many thanks for watching my video.
      Stay safe
      James

  • @benbierly
    @benbierly 8 місяців тому +1

    Bravo! This is the first of your videos that I watched. I love that you don't let missing an arm keep you from doing what you love! Keep up the good work.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому

      Thanks Ben.
      Good to read your encouraging comment. I hope to keep producing woodwork and projects for as long as I can.
      I enjoy creating and UA-cam has lifted my enjoyment to another level.
      Regards James

  • @BP-dc6ps
    @BP-dc6ps 6 місяців тому +1

    Just came across your video/ channel and I’m blown away by the beautiful design. Subscribed so I can make sure I don’t miss anything.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      Hey BP.
      Welcome to my channel, and thank you for the heartfelt comment.
      Hopefully, my future projects will just as entertaining.
      Keep well.
      James

  • @AndrewR74
    @AndrewR74 Рік тому +2

    Incredible work. Thanks for sharing

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      My pleasure and thanks for watching my channel.

  • @KerzieWoodworks
    @KerzieWoodworks 10 місяців тому +1

    Gorgeous build and very educational! I love how the figure in the rosewood really pops at the end there. Cleaver use of techniques as well. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the great builds!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for checking out my work. Just watched your Memories Box video and loved it.
      Have subscribed and will watch some more.
      Regards James

    • @KerzieWoodworks
      @KerzieWoodworks 10 місяців тому

      @@onehandedmaker Thank you James! I appreciate the support. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with next.

  • @janellesmart6332
    @janellesmart6332 10 місяців тому +1

    Just come across your channel. Congrats on such a great job. And I must say very inspirational, I sometimes reflect on things I once was able to do but the body doesn’t want to do these days. I’m very much looking forward to getting our into my beloved workshop tomorrow. I’ll be looking forward to viewing more of your content.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Thanks Janelle.
      Good to hear you appreciate my work.
      Have to admit it gets a bit tougher each year.
      What do you make in the workshop?

  • @jennao10
    @jennao10 10 місяців тому +1

    I watched when I saw the inlays on the edges. It was fascinating to see how you created the look. 😊

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      I have to admit the pattern was just made up on the day. That said, I love the Zebranowood and would use it again.
      Thanks for watching and commenting.
      Regards James

  • @jac.aya.kuchu.
    @jac.aya.kuchu. Місяць тому +1

    Hermoso trabajo. Felicitaciones!!. Saludos desde Argentina.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Місяць тому

      Thankyou so much for the lovely comment and for watching my channel.
      Regards James

  • @johnmitchell3375
    @johnmitchell3375 8 місяців тому +2

    enjoyed your craftmanship keep up the good work!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому

      Thanks John.
      Appreciate you watching and commenting, I will be posting more projects this year.
      Regards James

  • @RickyD1968
    @RickyD1968 2 місяці тому +1

    Now that is an Awesome Beautiful Chess Board !!! Good Job !!!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  2 місяці тому

      @RickyD1968 Thanks Ricky.
      Appreciate your view and comment. Possibly the project I am the most proud of and happy with. I don't even mind being beaten in chess on this board.
      Regards James

  • @MPLMWorkshop
    @MPLMWorkshop 10 місяців тому +1

    Greta build. Love every segment of it. But the inlay is something else. Beautifull.

  • @woodfather
    @woodfather Рік тому +1

    This is easily the most beautiful chessboard I've ever seen, and some of your ideas to clamp and hold parts are just brilliant. The pins and the square to keep things super aligned, what a fantastic idea. Just subbed up now and can't wait to go over your older videos soon, beautiful work! 😍

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Hi Mario.
      Amazing comment thanks. So good to hear from Australian Woodworkers too.

  • @RFGSwiss
    @RFGSwiss 7 місяців тому +2

    most beautiful board ive ever seen.

  • @BrettsWoodshop
    @BrettsWoodshop Рік тому +1

    That board is gorgeous! I’ve seen your YT handle before, but this is the first of your videos that I’ve watched. Great job! I just subbed. Looking forward to more!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Brett.
      I love having the board in my home and playing chess on it.
      About to watch your helical head upgrade video which is my next workshop splurge!
      Regards James

    • @BrettsWoodshop
      @BrettsWoodshop Рік тому +1

      Let me know if you have questions about the helical head,@@onehandedmaker. And good luck on your channel!

  • @backgammonskillset
    @backgammonskillset 7 місяців тому +1

    Love the picture of the table you build at 9 years of age. I think when I was 9 the most complicated thing I ever made was toast.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  7 місяців тому

      Well, that comment certainly made me smile and I do love toast (Vegemite on toast). Thanks for watching and appreciating the new and old chessboards/table.
      Regards James

  • @budsworkshop
    @budsworkshop Рік тому +1

    Beautiful work! Loved the pin trick, I will definitely use that one.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Bud.
      Love your channel and have watched a lot of your videos.
      Regards James

    • @budsworkshop
      @budsworkshop Рік тому

      @@onehandedmaker❤

  • @Ngry_W
    @Ngry_W 6 місяців тому +1

    Love this build. Some great tips and great design elements. Thank you

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      Thanks Paul.
      Good to hear you enjoyed the video and got something out of it.
      Do you build boards?

    • @Ngry_W
      @Ngry_W 6 місяців тому +1

      @onehandedmaker I'm fairly new to woodworking, but have so far made some nice cutting boards, hallway and coffee tables, and various basic stuff. I'm a chess enthusiast and I'm aiming to build a chessboard soon. I think the wood selection is important, so need to find a good source of maybe maple and walnut (or whatever I can easily get here in the UK).

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      @paulwaite6777 Can't go wrong with Walnut and Maple for a chessboard. Do you post pictures of your builds on social? Would love to see what you make.
      James

    • @Ngry_W
      @Ngry_W 6 місяців тому

      ​@onehandedmaker I am in the process of taking pics of my work and intend to get them on a website eventually. A work in progress I guess haha. Until then I have pics of most of my work on Pinterest - page is called MyBottleOpener.
      I got good at making magnetic bottle openers during covid, and my idea is to have a site dedicated for them, and a site for furniture etc.
      It's all a pipedream at the moment.
      It's great getting inspiration from you UA-cam woodworkers, it's what got me into woodworking in the first place during covid. Now it's a real passion!

  • @brunopoolblitz
    @brunopoolblitz 9 місяців тому +1

    Really nice work, one of the nicest chessboards I've seen, cannot believe you made that table at nine years old, I'm sixty and I think i would still struggle, you are a born natural at this. Thanks for sharing.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Bruno,
      Thankyou for watching me enjoying my passion of woodwork and taking the time to comment. Chessboards seem to be a common interest world wide and I am really happy I got to make another one and capture the process.
      Much appreciated.
      Regards James

  • @starhawke380
    @starhawke380 10 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful work! Ive never seen the pin nail trick to align the squares. I learned something today!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      I have to admit the tape pretty much held it in place and the pins were a bit of insurance!
      Regards James

  • @jrutstudio
    @jrutstudio 10 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful work. Makes me want to give it a go!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      It was one of my most enjoyable builds. Still play on it now and then.

  • @ozzzzy52
    @ozzzzy52 Місяць тому +1

    That is a gorgeous chessboard, just wow

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Місяць тому +1

      @ozzzzy52 Thanks Ozzy. So glad to hear you liked it.
      Kind regards James

  • @rosascreativeworks5403
    @rosascreativeworks5403 Рік тому +1

    Very nicely done. And a beautiful result. What a way to honor your grandfather, and an heirloom chess set.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Dell.
      It's a simple chess set with a lot of sentimental value. Good to hear from you and I love your channel.
      Regards
      James

  • @jennifer92199
    @jennifer92199 6 місяців тому +1

    Loved the video! Great editing! and I agree, once you're bit by the woodworking bug, you love it for life!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      Thanks Jennifer.
      Really appreciate the editing recognition. Often, it takes a couple of weeks to edit my videos. I am trying to reduce the editing time and keep the video quality. Fingers crossed.
      Take care.
      James

  • @davidmyers5553
    @davidmyers5553 10 місяців тому +1

    I am currently doing what many do when its time to build a project. That is, looking to see what you tube has for ideas and design. The board you built is one of the best I have seen. The one handed technique for construction is nothing short of amazing and the final product is first-class. Thanks for sharing and you now have one more subscriber.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching and the sub David.
      How amazing is the variety of project builds on UA-cam. I am happy to make a small contribution and comments like yours are very rewarding.
      Would love to see your board when finished. My email is available on my channel.
      Regards and thanks again.
      James

  • @davidcchambers
    @davidcchambers 11 місяців тому +1

    I am inspired to build a chessboard that is exactly half as beautiful as the one I just watched you build. I believe your work of art is worthy of your Grandfather's chess pieces. Have you ever made a chessboard that was not a stunning museum piece?

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  11 місяців тому

      Happy to receive such a heart warming comment about my current and past chessboards.
      I noticed you had wood dust on your gloves in your "ball in a box" video and I highly recommend making a chessboard because it's such an interesting piece of furniture.
      To be honest I made a few really plain boards 50 years ago. Really glad I photographed the most impressive one and managed to keep the photo.
      Stay well David and thanks.

  • @SeaFanStudio
    @SeaFanStudio 10 місяців тому +1

    What a fantastic chessboard! Love all the inlay work! I haven't worked with Zebra wood yet, but it is definitely on the list and I think it was a great choice for use with the inlays. That's a great tip you shared with the pins for the blue up as well. Really enjoyed the video and will be checking out others on your channel.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      Thanks Trent.
      I get to enjoy this one every day!
      Don't play on it much but it's a keeper.
      Regards James

  • @christinakeenan9044
    @christinakeenan9044 7 місяців тому +1

    Remarkable work. Just gorgeous. Thank you for sharing.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  7 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for checking out my chessboard video Christina and taking the time to comment.
      Stay well.
      James

  • @roblear6322
    @roblear6322 9 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful work! The outer inlay looks very cool.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Rob. One of my favourite builds and it's very pleasing to hear you appreciated it as well.
      Inlay looks stunning in real life!
      Regards James

  • @zxborg9681
    @zxborg9681 9 місяців тому +1

    That's a stunning piece. I remember when Fischer/Spassky was recent news, and everyone had a chess set or table. I appreciate the way you use accessories (tape, pins, spline jig) to make the process foolproof, I'm going to adopt some of those tips for sure. This is the first time I've watched woodwork with that level of detailing and I have to say I'm impressed with your patience and vision. Cheers from Canada.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      WOW! That is an amazing comment thank you. Have you made many boards?

    • @zxborg9681
      @zxborg9681 9 місяців тому +1

      @@onehandedmaker I've never had the patience to do something that requires that much precision without getting frustrated and having to scrap it. But I find now that I'm in my fifties that I'm starting to develop a different mindset and enjoy doing those little things that make the accuracy easier to achieve. That's been opening doors to a lot of projects, and one day I'd like to give something like this a shot. Thanks for sharing your process!

  • @MrBondSinatra
    @MrBondSinatra Рік тому +1

    Gorgeous work. I'm amazed at how you do this with one arm. Cheers to you sir. Woodumakeit brought me here and I'm happy to be here.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Woodumakit was the inspiration for the build. Really appreciate the praise and that you enjoyed my video.
      Regards James

  • @ArtisansAndArthropods
    @ArtisansAndArthropods Рік тому +1

    You got a great finish on there with the epoxy. I have never thinned mine down before but it seems to have helped it brush on nice and evenly. Fine work as always - that is a beautiful piece!

  • @DJ-Art-Morris
    @DJ-Art-Morris 9 днів тому +1

    Absolutely stunning. Wish i could afford such a board 😅. Subscribed.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 днів тому +1

      Really appreciate your comment thanks.
      I wouldn't even know how to price a board like this, to be honest.
      I will record the time working on the next one.
      Regards James

    • @DJ-Art-Morris
      @DJ-Art-Morris 9 днів тому

      @onehandedmaker that's fair. 🙌🏼

  • @weatheredgoodswoodshop
    @weatheredgoodswoodshop 10 місяців тому +1

    Those 45’s were perfect.

  • @merxellus1456
    @merxellus1456 Рік тому +2

    Hello sir what an amazing ASMR satisfying work u done. Looks damn beautiful.. And also I dont think people appreciate enough how well u made the chess Table when u were 9years oldd..

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for mentioning the table I built as a child.
      I remember the satisfaction when it sold to a family in Sydney who lived on the harbour. The same people ordered more furniture from our family business back in the early 1970s.. Makes me feel old, but still doing what I love keeps me young.
      Regards James

  • @MrYea-ow5ie
    @MrYea-ow5ie 5 місяців тому +1

    first time ever seeing one of your videos, looks amazing!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  5 місяців тому

      Welcome to my humble little channel, Mr Yea.
      Regards
      James

  • @raw0430
    @raw0430 9 місяців тому +1

    you, sir, are an inspiration. great work! I aspire to your level of skill and attention to detail.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Alan.
      Love your guitar collection and have an order to make a Tele this year. Will video the build as well.

    • @raw0430
      @raw0430 9 місяців тому

      @@onehandedmaker I look forward to seeing that build.

  • @SomeDudeOnline
    @SomeDudeOnline 9 місяців тому +1

    I agree with others about the pins for alignment. That's fantastic! I've made a handful of chessboards using 8/4 stock because my chessboards have a non-flat surface (the idea is to more accurately represent a battlefield). The biggest problem I've had is corner alignment and have had to clamp one strip at a time to make sure everything lines up correctly without slipping. Recently, I came up with the idea of dry clamping it all together and then routing a couple grooves along the underside so I could slip in some steel bars for alignment, but this looks much cheaper, easier, and just as effective (if not more so). Thank you!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the comment. I reckon the tape would have worked alone. Pins were added insurance. I also tapped the pins sideways to adjust alignment off camera.
      Checked out you channel to see if you post the chessboard builds. Will look at some guitar playing.
      Regards James

    • @SomeDudeOnline
      @SomeDudeOnline 9 місяців тому

      @@onehandedmakerOh geez. No need to punish yourself with my guitar videos haha. As for the my chessboards, you can find them on my website which is oneofkime with the usual commercial url ending. I call them Battlefield Chessboards.
      If/when I get another order, I’m going to try my hand at making a UA-cam video of the process on a new dedicated woodworking UA-cam channel.

    • @SomeDudeOnline
      @SomeDudeOnline 9 місяців тому

      ​@@onehandedmaker Oh geez, no need to punish yourself with my guitar playing haha. If you'd like to see the chessboard concept, you can find it by searching Battlefield Chessboard + Oneofakimecreations (I hope). I plan to try my hand at a UA-cam video of the process on a new channel dedicated to woodworking if/when I get another order.

    • @SomeDudeOnline
      @SomeDudeOnline 9 місяців тому

      @@onehandedmaker My replies seem to be disappearing.. I tried avoiding keywords that may seem like self promotion, but I guess I wasn't careful enough. Anyway, no need to punish yourself with my guitar playing. Though if you'd like to see the chessboard concept, I can tell you how to find it. Apparently not in comments on someone else's video though so if you're interested, maybe drop a comment on any of my videos (or my channel if that's a thing) and I can share.

  • @mnovaes
    @mnovaes Рік тому +1

    Gorgeous! Another amazing piece and video.

  • @klavtech2715
    @klavtech2715 Рік тому +2

    Love that inlay!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks it looks incredible in real life. Your videos are cool.
      Did you do the electronics?

    • @klavtech2715
      @klavtech2715 Рік тому +1

      @@onehandedmaker Thanks. I assembled the electronics from an @EricaSynths kit. Very fun.

  • @ragnorak56
    @ragnorak56 Рік тому +2

    Amazing work. The only thing I would change would be the high gloss finish to a matte or semj-gloss finish. But that's just a from a chess playing perspective.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Agree.
      I wouldn't use such a high gloss next time, it hid the grain and even made photographing the finished board difficult.
      As it wears I might sand it with 800 grit and give it a coat of wax.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @tshev
    @tshev Рік тому +2

    So nice and so inspiring! It's beautiful to see how you overcome all the challenges regarding the alignment of the build pieces.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Taras, do you do any woodwork?

    • @tshev
      @tshev Рік тому +1

      @@onehandedmaker I am a programmer, but I do a minimal amount of woodwork. I started doing some stuff before the russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. I've built a table, learned & practised how to sharpen hand tools, and practised making wooden joints. Then the limited russian aggression in the South and the East of Ukraine russians turned into a total war, and I spent most of my time at work helping the people who defended the country.
      You are inspiring to do something with wood to take a deep breath before going on in life.

  • @rickmunn7356
    @rickmunn7356 9 місяців тому +1

    I can’t wait to see what you make next. You’re very talented.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Thanks Rick.
      The list is long but I'm thinking of a cajoun drum.

  • @narmeen9249
    @narmeen9249 6 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful , really beautiful , thanks for sharing .

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      I put a lot of myself into this chessboard and still appreciate all the amazing comments it receives.
      Thankyou for watching my video.
      Have a wonderful day.
      James

  • @mywiwood
    @mywiwood 10 місяців тому +1

    Very beautiful and smartly made

  • @epsyuma
    @epsyuma 9 місяців тому +1

    Excellent! Now I want one!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Very enjoyable to play on but didn't improve my chess.com rating!

  • @avatarx01
    @avatarx01 9 місяців тому +1

    Wow beautifull! Fantastic craftsmanship!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  9 місяців тому

      Very happy to receive comments on a project I love!

  • @ashurphone
    @ashurphone 6 місяців тому +1

    That's a beautiful chess board, love it! Your workmanship is very accurate. 👍

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      Thanks Ashur.
      Appreciate your support and comment.
      Stay well.
      James

  • @john848sbk1
    @john848sbk1 8 місяців тому +1

    absolutely gorgeous work sir. I just also made a chessboard for my father and me after watching wood u make it channel. I admire your work as well sir!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  8 місяців тому

      Beautiful comment thankyou my friend.
      Do you have pictures of the board you made?

    • @john848sbk1
      @john848sbk1 8 місяців тому

      @@onehandedmaker yes sir

  • @JC-Z1
    @JC-Z1 Рік тому +1

    Awesome job sir. A first rate board if, ever there was one. I too build boards, upon request, and thoroughly appreciate what it takes to render such a beauty.
    However, I can't help pointing out one minor, topically unrelated detail; in the pictures of the finished product I notice that both sets of pieces have their Kings and Queens placed on the wrong squares. Kings always start on e1 and Queens on d1.
    Respectfully of course.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      It's great to get a comment from someone who has made a few chessboard. Much appreciated. Will check my placement in future!
      Do you post pictures of your boards? I would like to check them out.
      Regards James

  • @scidhumouse1007
    @scidhumouse1007 11 місяців тому +1

    Holy Crap Dude! Your mitered joints at the corners of your board made my jaw hit the floor when you put them together! I got a kick out of your response when you saw them yourself lol! I haven't watched the whole video, but had to comment on your perfect joints! Will comment at the end if I see anymore genius in you! I chose to watch your video from the icon that showed your board with a fantastic finish on it. I wasn't expecting such great joinery work!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  11 місяців тому

      I'm sitting here having a cup of tea Sunday morning, and your comment appeared. Made my day that you took the time to watch the video and post an amazing comment.
      James

  • @eroj2003
    @eroj2003 8 місяців тому +1

    a great work, I've learn a lot of your video, thank you.

  • @GTWoodshop
    @GTWoodshop Рік тому +1

    Superb. 👍👍

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks Yurri,
      I have watched a lot of your videos and love your work.
      Stay safe.
      James

  • @Kirril84
    @Kirril84 Рік тому +2

    Subscribed, just came across your channel. Your work is incredible and even more so with 1 arm! I'm doing my own chess board as we speak and it ain't as good as yours! The alignment pins were genius. In mine I glued a pair of strips at a time before gluing the pairs together haha. Your method is much more straight forward and accurate. I'm up to the splines but now I've seen your inlays, I think I've got more work ahead of me haha! The vertical zebrano sandwiched between the thin strips elevated what was already an amazing piece. Stunning work mate!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Hi Kieran, great to hear you're making a board and would love to see the finished project.
      Thanks heaps for your fantastic comment and the sub.
      James

  • @blue2824
    @blue2824 10 місяців тому +1

    Magnificent! Absolutely beautiful 👍👏

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому +1

      So good to wake up in Australia to see people have watched my videos and actually enjoyed them.
      Thanks for your comment.
      Regards James

    • @blue2824
      @blue2824 10 місяців тому

      And thank you for sharing them.

  • @SERGEY_Vlasenko
    @SERGEY_Vlasenko Рік тому +2

    Perfect job! Bravo! Thanks

  • @pas0003
    @pas0003 Рік тому +3

    Amazing!! Beautiful work!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому +2

      Happy to hear you like the board. Your channel looks interesting as well.

    • @jetsetjoey
      @jetsetjoey 6 місяців тому +1

      Slava Russia!!

  • @patnpugs
    @patnpugs 3 місяці тому +1

    So very cleaver. Nice job!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  3 місяці тому

      @@patnpugs Thank you so much for your comment. It means a lot to me when people reach out after watching my videos.
      Stay happy.
      James

  • @eroj2003
    @eroj2003 8 місяців тому +1

    the pins you used could be small nails cutting the head? Because I think is so difficult to find pins of that size.

  • @Rogues4Ever
    @Rogues4Ever 2 місяці тому +1

    Excellent work!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  2 місяці тому

      @@Rogues4Ever Thank you very much for watching my video.

  • @harrismeek6022
    @harrismeek6022 6 місяців тому +1

    It looks beautiful.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  6 місяців тому

      Thankyou for watching my project and your comment.
      Have a wonderful day.
      James

  • @nottiredofwinning3736
    @nottiredofwinning3736 10 місяців тому +1

    Incredible chess board! I like the creative glue up solution, and the inlay, which was definitely worth the effort.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому +1

      So good to still be receiving comments on my board. Thanks for checking out my channel as well.
      Regards James

    • @josephcoates1125
      @josephcoates1125 10 місяців тому +1

      How much for the board after finish?

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  10 місяців тому

      @josephcoates1125 This one is a keeper and will go to my son with the chess set one day.
      To build a similar board would sit around $750 au depending on complexity of inlay.

  • @graff-philkoff17
    @graff-philkoff17 11 місяців тому +1

    Great job. You make it look so easy

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  11 місяців тому

      Thanks Graff.
      Appreciate you watching my video.
      Regards James

  • @raymondfolsom5859
    @raymondfolsom5859 7 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful!!! The skill of a master.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  7 місяців тому

      So good to hear you appreciate the passion and joy I put into my projects.
      Stay well.
      James OHM

  • @JimBeshears
    @JimBeshears 5 місяців тому +1

    Nice job James!

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  5 місяців тому

      Thanks Jim.
      I would like to say I'm unbeaten on the board, but my son gets me 2 out 3 games.
      Still such a wonderful feeling to play on it.

  • @philipkesby8851
    @philipkesby8851 Рік тому +2

    Just WOW. As another comment said you dad and granddad would be so very proud. You are a true artisan.

    • @onehandedmaker
      @onehandedmaker  Рік тому

      Thanks Phil.
      It did bring back some memories of games played. Good to hear from you.

    • @philipkesby8851
      @philipkesby8851 Рік тому +1

      @onehandedmaker great to watch your videos, James. Hope you are well.