I'll never question anyone when they say they need more clamps. Also I still can't get the feel for western saws, which is weird because its what I (and any westerner) started off with. I use Japanese saws for everything, they just made sense to my brain immediately for some reason.
It really is no classic formula. It's mixtures of all kinds. But it's usually boiled Lindsay oil plus something else usually a thinner and a protectant of some kind
You could drive a small square peg of the toggle wood through the end and chamfer it into a square to retain the toggles and moving jaw. It would look really handsome and show off the differences in woods.
I'm confused. If the sliding clamp part slides on the wooden bar, then how does the clamp apply pressure? Is there an angle that needs to be applied to the sliding clamp to address the clamping? Why would the sliding clamp not simply slide apart when applied to the work piece?
Felt protective pads for furniture legs that come in the assorted sizes at most hardware stores are my favorite clamp pads. Hot glue helps hold em on better than just the provided adhesive if need.
I don't really understand the toggles however I think these would be ideal for epoxy clamping. I think Daisy, across the pond, the young guitar builder uses the ones with the cam
It’s clearly time to build a ukulele. I recommend a concert or tenor vs a soprano for grownup hands. Everything feels right in the world when you’re playing uke.
I've been told, " you have too many clamps." I responded " Leave and never return to my home." There is no such thing as too many clamps. It is not possiblr to own that many.
that is a Stanley bedrock. the Zen Wu will need most any traditional plane to be modified to fit the mouth. you will want to file the mouth a bit to get it in. here is the video modifying that plane. ua-cam.com/video/uucXov_2vag/v-deo.html
They allow you to break the friction a little bit easier it allows you to open it up with a little less pressure. It's not a big difference but enough that it's worth it.
I actually have a few videos on the topic. Here's one. ua-cam.com/video/UpeLOif5kFE/v-deo.htmlsi=-hUvifVlAQpPu8eK the big difference is that floats have very large teeth so they can dig in a little bit more. Basically the difference between rough and fine sandpaper. But a lot of floats are actually left soft like a hand saw. That way you can sharpen them.
The cam locks can I have pressure. But the focus of this clamp isn't adding pressure it's just holding a a piece in place. I might have to do a video on those in the future. I did want a long time ago but I can't find a link now.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo No worries. I wasn't thinking of the next class. The cam concept looked interesting. I have seen the cam on the lever in boat building applications but have never seen a cam on the beam nor cams on both...thought it was an interesting modification. I liked the idea of being able to have longer beams available if necessary for the application
Question, does your homemade BLO smell fishy? I dont really smell it but my, and my friend's mom say it smells terrible. Are there any affordable and preferably natural options (or ways to make it less smelly)?
@WoodByWrightHowTo When I googled it, it said that blo can smell fishy and some people who accidentally cooked with linseed oil also said it smelled like fish. I think some people might just be sensitive to it (like some people can smell when animals mark the territory)
I used to believe the same thing. But with the strength of modern glue joints the wood will fail long before the glue joints fail. I know he used hide glue which isnt as strong, but to say it does nothing may be a stretch, the glue would still hold up to alot of shear force before failing
"You may be wondering why I'm building another luthier's clamp..."
James, no one with any sense will question why you need more clamps 😂
Looking forward to the class. Would like to see a YT video for a Luthier’s Clamp with the cam lock too
Time to get glasses James, mistaking a chisel and a mallet is one thing, coke and hot sauce is a problem
Nothing like finding a nice design and making one of your own with your own wood selection and ideas
thanks
Really beautiful work, James! 😃
Pretty interesting kind of clamp!
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thanks for this video, Jsmes!
I'll never question anyone when they say they need more clamps.
Also I still can't get the feel for western saws, which is weird because its what I (and any westerner) started off with. I use Japanese saws for everything, they just made sense to my brain immediately for some reason.
The Japanese saw is much easier to learn, but harder to control. The western saw is hard to learn as it is very easy to over control.
Thank you! James!!!
Really need to make a pair of these soon.
My recollection is that the classic formula for danish oil is two parts, boiled linseed oil, one part mineral spirits, and one part varnish.
It really is no classic formula. It's mixtures of all kinds. But it's usually boiled Lindsay oil plus something else usually a thinner and a protectant of some kind
Thanks James
James: "You may be wondering why I'm building Luthier's Clamps"
Me: ...................As long as I'm not square
Algorythms are the best
You could drive a small square peg of the toggle wood through the end and chamfer it into a square to retain the toggles and moving jaw. It would look really handsome and show off the differences in woods.
That looks good.
I'm confused. If the sliding clamp part slides on the wooden bar, then how does the clamp apply pressure? Is there an angle that needs to be applied to the sliding clamp to address the clamping? Why would the sliding clamp not simply slide apart when applied to the work piece?
Your grip straight applies the pressure. The twisting action locks it in place just like a holdfast.
It clamps itself 13:32
Thanks.
Felt protective pads for furniture legs that come in the assorted sizes at most hardware stores are my favorite clamp pads. Hot glue helps hold em on better than just the provided adhesive if need.
I don't really understand the toggles however I think these would be ideal for epoxy clamping. I think Daisy, across the pond, the young guitar builder uses the ones with the cam
The toggles act like a wedge to keep the jaw from moving. The U shape is to prevent it from falling out and getting lost
It’s clearly time to build a ukulele. I recommend a concert or tenor vs a soprano for grownup hands.
Everything feels right in the world when you’re playing uke.
14:57 What kind of drill is that? Could you make a video (or point me to one if you've already made it) of all your interesting tools like this one?
that is one I bought at a sale a wile ago. I am hoping to do a video making one some time but have not yet.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo well that's exactly the question I came to ask, so I vote with the 321 chickenfarmers who originally requested the video.
I see, you can put the squeeze on them. Got it! LOL.
Do I sense a violin as one of your next projects? 🤔🧐
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I've been told, " you have too many clamps." I responded " Leave and never return to my home." There is no such thing as too many clamps. It is not possiblr to own that many.
James - may I check with you what plane you are using please, as I noted seems the Zen Wu blade fits that plane very well
that is a Stanley bedrock. the Zen Wu will need most any traditional plane to be modified to fit the mouth. you will want to file the mouth a bit to get it in. here is the video modifying that plane. ua-cam.com/video/uucXov_2vag/v-deo.html
@@WoodByWrightHowTo thank you so much James !
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I must have missed something. Why cant you get the BLO that you always use?
I make it. And it takes a lot of time it's time and effort that I could spend all their places.
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Aaand my "to-do" list just got a little bit longer.
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What do the walnut pieces do. Are they tapered to lock the jaw.
They allow you to break the friction a little bit easier it allows you to open it up with a little less pressure. It's not a big difference but enough that it's worth it.
I really enjoyed this video. Could you create a video explaining the differences between files and floats and when to use one over the other?
I actually have a few videos on the topic. Here's one. ua-cam.com/video/UpeLOif5kFE/v-deo.htmlsi=-hUvifVlAQpPu8eK the big difference is that floats have very large teeth so they can dig in a little bit more. Basically the difference between rough and fine sandpaper. But a lot of floats are actually left soft like a hand saw. That way you can sharpen them.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo Thanks!
Don't luthiers use Painters tape to clamp small parts? Just kidding to tickle the algorithm....very cool little project.
Take a look at this video for another Luthier Clamp - ua-cam.com/video/sUArU0pNkV8/v-deo.html. Having cams on both sides looking interesting
The cam locks can I have pressure. But the focus of this clamp isn't adding pressure it's just holding a a piece in place. I might have to do a video on those in the future. I did want a long time ago but I can't find a link now.
@@WoodByWrightHowTo No worries. I wasn't thinking of the next class. The cam concept looked interesting. I have seen the cam on the lever in boat building applications but have never seen a cam on the beam nor cams on both...thought it was an interesting modification. I liked the idea of being able to have longer beams available if necessary for the application
@@WoodByWrightHowTo do you want us to have the stock already cut to specified dimensions per the cut list in the clamp class on the 19th?
You would have to email plane wellness. I thought they were sending out lumber packs for the build. Though I could be wrong
@@WoodByWrightHowTo ...will do!
Question, does your homemade BLO smell fishy? I dont really smell it but my, and my friend's mom say it smells terrible. Are there any affordable and preferably natural options (or ways to make it less smelly)?
Mine does not smell fishy. Some people like the smell and some people don't but I've never heard it referred to as fishy
@WoodByWrightHowTo When I googled it, it said that blo can smell fishy and some people who accidentally cooked with linseed oil also said it smelled like fish. I think some people might just be sensitive to it (like some people can smell when animals mark the territory)
that and "Fishy" is often a catch all term for odd or out of place.
Loose the screw - a small dowel pin or through dowel would look and be more pleasing!
That's true but it's harder to take it off but you had to do a few times.
Clamp softly but carry a big mallet
Wedges on the outside of a through-tenon don't actually do anything. Oh well. It still looks good and if it works, it's a non-issue.
I used to believe the same thing. But with the strength of modern glue joints the wood will fail long before the glue joints fail. I know he used hide glue which isnt as strong, but to say it does nothing may be a stretch, the glue would still hold up to alot of shear force before failing
Yeah, I think they were just to fill a gap. He mentioned that he cut the top of the mortice a little too wide
CDB!
Supervillain Lex Luthier and his kryptonite klamp.
You used the demon possessed witchcraft tool!!!! How dare you! What have you done with James Wright?!!!!
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