Hi Tom, great video on clock making, I like the idea of using metal with wood for the clocks, looking forward to part 2. Also you mentioned, you have something in-store for next week can't wait. See you next week on SNL.
I will say, I have been seriously thinking of upgrading my 25 year old Delta bench top drill press with a new floor model Powermatic. But after hearing that sound yours makes I think I might reconsider brands. That would drive me totally bonkers.
Hey John, Yes, I know what you mean... but don’t use mine as the example, I’m pretty sure something needs adjusting and we’re planning to address it next week. I’ll be sure to mention it next time I use the drill press. Thanks!
Hi Tom and Kris. I thought this link to Rockler's clockmaking area might be useful. www.rockler.com/learn/signmaker-templates-clock-project-plan They sell an array of sizes from Innovation Specialties in Culver City, CA. Various shaft lengths to accommodate clock faces of different thicknesses. The quartz movement I purchased from them doesn't have a "sweep" second hand, but the noise from its "click" isn't too annoying. I found one consideration for the quartz clock movements is the noise they make and the type that sweep tends to be silent. Of course, if you like the ticking sound, then by all means go for it. Thanks for the discussion and demo on inlay techniques as I've been stuck on how to finish a clock that is nearly identical to the one you demonstrated. Getting the appropriate size hands (compatible with a suitable movement) and then determining how the "numbers" should look had me in a bit of a quandry. Your process will move me a lot closer to the goal line. Now, if I can just source some hands that I like!
Thanks Bruce! I didn’t realize Rockler had those clock materials. And I got a kick out of the “State park” font they used for the numerals. Here’s a link to clock hands I found on Amazon. I’m not sure they’re the same size as those I showed, but they’re similar and I’m sure you could find them in different sizes: Youngtown 12888 High Torque Long Shaft Clock Movement Mechanism with 12 Inch Long Spade Hands www.amazon.com/dp/B07CK92GRT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mRBEFb1W06VR0 Thanks again! Tom
Awesome content Tom. You have given me some many new ideas. SNL is the highlight of my week. PS the wife even enjoys it, especially Kim's comments.
Thanks John, we really appreciate that, and so glad you enjoy it!!
Hi Tom, great video on clock making, I like the idea of using metal with wood for the clocks, looking forward to part 2. Also you mentioned, you have something in-store for next week can't wait. See you next week on SNL.
Thanks Steve, yes, the clock making is a fun little project with lots of room for creativity. See you Thursday! 👍
awesome !
Thanks 👍
I will say, I have been seriously thinking of upgrading my 25 year old Delta bench top drill press with a new floor model Powermatic. But after hearing that sound yours makes I think I might reconsider brands. That would drive me totally bonkers.
Hey John,
Yes, I know what you mean... but don’t use mine as the example, I’m pretty sure something needs adjusting and we’re planning to address it next week. I’ll be sure to mention it next time I use the drill press. Thanks!
Check out the Nova Voyager. I love mine. Very innovative and well made.
Hi Tom and Kris. I thought this link to Rockler's clockmaking area might be useful. www.rockler.com/learn/signmaker-templates-clock-project-plan
They sell an array of sizes from Innovation Specialties in Culver City, CA. Various shaft lengths to accommodate clock faces of different thicknesses. The quartz movement I purchased from them doesn't have a "sweep" second hand, but the noise from its "click" isn't too annoying. I found one consideration for the quartz clock movements is the noise they make and the type that sweep tends to be silent. Of course, if you like the ticking sound, then by all means go for it.
Thanks for the discussion and demo on inlay techniques as I've been stuck on how to finish a clock that is nearly identical to the one you demonstrated. Getting the appropriate size hands (compatible with a suitable movement) and then determining how the "numbers" should look had me in a bit of a quandry. Your process will move me a lot closer to the goal line. Now, if I can just source some hands that I like!
Thanks Bruce! I didn’t realize Rockler had those clock materials. And I got a kick out of the “State park” font they used for the numerals.
Here’s a link to clock hands I found on Amazon. I’m not sure they’re the same size as those I showed, but they’re similar and I’m sure you could find them in different sizes: Youngtown 12888 High Torque Long Shaft Clock Movement Mechanism with 12 Inch Long Spade Hands www.amazon.com/dp/B07CK92GRT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mRBEFb1W06VR0
Thanks again!
Tom