TREADLE LATHE

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  • Опубліковано 1 лип 2017
  • Finally got around to making a foot powered lathe for our homestead. The frame is a mix of yellow pine and red maple joined with through wedged tenons, draw bored tenons, and half lap joints.
    The flywheel is made of reclaimed red oak from an old house down the street. Three layers are glued and screwed together after being edge joined with tongue and groove joints making a very heavy and stable wheel. The crank shaft and headstock pulleys axle are just some half inch steel rod running in bearings.
    Plans for a similar lathe can be found in Roy Underhills book “the woodwrights guide”

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  • @jackstrubbe7608
    @jackstrubbe7608 4 роки тому +11

    I grew up in a water-powered sawmill in Ohio in the late 40s early 50s, and falling upon these videos is a joy. Simple, silent joy. And cats! Wood shavings, the scent of different woods, and freshly brewed dopplebochs. And cats. Thank you.

  • @danieldowning4583
    @danieldowning4583 7 років тому +2

    With just a little use and age on this piece Mr Chickadee, this lathe would look very much 150 years old. Genius. Great work. Roy Underhill would give high marks for this one. The tranquility of your videos is so mesmerizing, it all most seems like you are right in the shop watching. If there were such a thing as smell o vision, with the odor of wood I would feel like I were actually there.

  • @TromboneRockGod
    @TromboneRockGod 7 років тому +35

    To come home and find a :20 min Mr. Chickadee video just
    brightened up my whole day. That lathe is insane, wow, thank you Mr.
    Chickadee...

  • @ledzeppelin6662
    @ledzeppelin6662 5 років тому +8

    Well where shall I start! I have never been so mesmerised by ANYTHING! The perfectionism,craftsmanship and slow but sure way you work is such an inspiration to me! I never knew woodworking could be so serenely satisfying, and I've been a carpenter for 30 years! I'm gradually changing the way I work to your methods and it just feels fantastic! Please keep posting more brilliant videos Mr Chickadee,you are the ultimate craftsman👍.

  • @twitchyflash333
    @twitchyflash333 7 років тому +58

    I love how it's all done as if power tools weren't a thing. So mesmerizing.

    • @TechTins_Projects
      @TechTins_Projects 2 роки тому +4

      When the oil wells are dry everything will be hand made during daylight hours.

  • @kathilisi3019
    @kathilisi3019 3 роки тому +2

    My great-grandfather was a carpenter. I remember his workshop and his hand-crafted tools. He had a lathe that looked similar to this one. Watching you work makes me imagine my great-grandfather at work when he was young, 80 or 90 years ago.

  • @ashadowawhisper
    @ashadowawhisper Рік тому +2

    I made a treadle large several years ago and I will say this, if you use a 5/8” shaft for your spindle you can get your hands on some Shopsmith accessories like a drive spur that slides onto a straight 5/8” shaft and even some spindle adapters for a 1” x 8 tpi spindle thread for being able to use scroll chucks.

  • @calvincollison9182
    @calvincollison9182 4 роки тому

    Mr chickadee, not the first time I've watched this video. As always beautiful work! I just want to say, I an sooo jealous of all your beautiful old planes, saws and all your old tools! Just beautiful!

  • @taxidrivercarl6074
    @taxidrivercarl6074 4 роки тому +2

    Nice to see someone who can use traditional tools and techniques.
    More skillful and more importantly, more peaceful than screaming machines

  • @iamwhoiam4410
    @iamwhoiam4410 7 років тому +6

    You're the true meaning of a craftsman. Thanks for sharing and keep your breathe of fresh air coming for us pro woodworkers.

  • @HangingWithEpstein
    @HangingWithEpstein 3 роки тому

    When I saw that modern screwdriver.... I felt betrayed, like I want my money back. LoL 😂😆
    I love these videos, the guy is very good. We need more people to learn these skills!!!

  • @Rick_Sanchez_C137_
    @Rick_Sanchez_C137_ 7 років тому +1

    I loved the video, can't wait until next week's video...treadle powered band saw, table saw, planer, jointer, router table??? Then in a few months I expect you to open a maker space using all your hand tools and the treadle powered ones in a timber framed shop.....I can't wait to become a member....

  • @scottjones3966
    @scottjones3966 7 років тому

    I'm convinced you could build a bulldozer with a handsaw and drill at this point and fire it up and drive away. Truly one of the most talented and ingenious people I have ever seen. Thank you for the videos. I always enjoy them and the random cat shots...

  • @christina9alls
    @christina9alls 3 роки тому

    At the time of commenting, this video is 3 years old.
    How could I have not seen this before now? I absolutely LOVE watching awesome stuff... It's like UA-cam doesn't know me at all!

  • @JeepTherapy
    @JeepTherapy 7 років тому

    Recently I have been watching just about all of your videos. I like how you don't talk much. Just work. Like my dad and neighbor used to do. Thank you for all the information.

  • @peterstewart3563
    @peterstewart3563 7 років тому +17

    I like the way you work. Calm and unpretentious. Is an inspiration.

  • @pauloflynn3365
    @pauloflynn3365 4 роки тому +1

    I have watched many hours of your work over the past few months and each project is as relaxing as watching snooker. Thanks and looking forward to more.

  • @lolabunny087
    @lolabunny087 7 років тому +113

    Please please make a silent walkthrough of the workshop and the new house .. let us see all the great work that you have done ... :D .. God bless you and your family ...

    • @imKenyo
      @imKenyo 7 років тому +4

      nice, good idea

    • @wxfield
      @wxfield 7 років тому +14

      Alternatively, you could just watch all his videos with the sound off.

    • @alessioragazzi9036
      @alessioragazzi9036 7 років тому

      lolabunny087 qqq

    • @briarfox637
      @briarfox637 6 років тому +7

      I think he meant a video showing a walk through without narration.

    • @unit0033
      @unit0033 4 роки тому

      lol

  • @subrosa7mm
    @subrosa7mm 4 роки тому

    Like the guy below. Found this video at 5:35am. However. I have kids to take to school. But this was enjoyable and satisfying to watch!

  • @rick91443
    @rick91443 7 років тому +1

    Amazing...20minutes,34 seconds of pure food for the soul. Thank you...rr

  • @xenu-dark-tony
    @xenu-dark-tony 5 років тому

    Such pure peace: just the sound of a person expertly working wood to create something which creates more beautiful things. The whole situation is perfect.

  • @mattschoon6940
    @mattschoon6940 7 років тому

    impressive, now if only wood bearings were possible....mind blown

  • @gerrithoevers
    @gerrithoevers 4 роки тому +4

    Wow is all I can say. That is master craftsmanship at its finest.

  • @julianeaston8607
    @julianeaston8607 5 років тому

    Pure Master-Craftsmanship, has to be the number one near silent video on UA-cam. Such a wonderful change to see a beautiful item created purely with non powered hand tools and just the natural sounds of the workshop. An almost meditative quality about it.

  • @hetedeleambacht6608
    @hetedeleambacht6608 10 місяців тому

    weaving loom, sewing machine, treadle lathe......all the same mechanisms! brilliant, thanks for showing us

  • @barkbuster350r
    @barkbuster350r 7 років тому +1

    Best videos on UA-cam!!! Thanks for sharing.

  • @majigaining
    @majigaining 4 роки тому +1

    If carpenters can be prophets (pun intended), you are definitely one for me. You spoke no words but between your impressive physiques and passions you have convinced me to pick up the hand saw more often and go easy on my circular saw.

  • @yummboy2
    @yummboy2 7 років тому +18

    An amazing video to watch! Your skill with hand tools remains entirely impressive. Your mortise and tenion joints are as close to perfect as I have ever seen. Not only are you skilled, you are talented! Thanks so much for sharing this excellent craftsmanship!

  • @clutions
    @clutions 6 років тому

    I'm drooling over your #71.

  • @Hirotechnics
    @Hirotechnics 7 років тому

    Gotta respect the craftsmanship in this. I can easily imagine a lesser craftsman slapping together something like this super quick, but you took the time to think it out and make it look good and work well. That's superb; keep it up!

  • @yonihales9133
    @yonihales9133 7 років тому +4

    Even the cat was "relaxed entertained"..
    Some how something about the work (process) is spiritualy reflective to watch ; the process is as "wow" as the finished project and after the vid ends it leaves me with a scence of getting gently set baxk down, would love to work at this shop as a sweaper

  • @moldingpro7208
    @moldingpro7208 7 років тому +2

    You are a Master Craftsman, as well as an Artisan. Thank you for sharing your amazing skills with us! Blessings!

  • @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756
    @beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756 3 роки тому +3

    I used the spring pole lathe for years after I watched Roy build one. Now id Like to try a treadle with a cast iron flywheel, just to try that also.
    Thanks Josh and your wife.
    You guys really do have great videos👍

    • @brucea550
      @brucea550 2 роки тому +1

      Spring pole is simple and quicker to build maybe, but this is nicer because your workpiece is 100% clear all the time. I wouldn’t want to try to make something like a rolling pin on a spring pole and trying to make a smooth cut from end to end.

  • @noisebox9529
    @noisebox9529 7 років тому +2

    I didn't know what a Treadle Lathe was before watching this. Now i need one, and know how to build it without electricity.

  • @underclass_zer0274
    @underclass_zer0274 7 років тому +19

    Great work. Even the cat at 7:30 seems amazed.

  • @Nguroa
    @Nguroa 7 років тому +30

    The craftsmanship is just something that is lost in this modern world of ours. I really enjoy your vids and look foreword to more. Even with all the cats blatantly scene stealing.

  • @ClintRoseCarving
    @ClintRoseCarving 7 років тому +56

    Brilliant, that double through tenon at the start fitted very nicely indeed! Just a testament to what you can achieve with the silence and mastery of hand tools. Great as always.

  • @TheNateTake
    @TheNateTake 7 років тому +51

    That is awesome!

  • @twentyonetwos3967
    @twentyonetwos3967 7 років тому +5

    Amazing what you do with a few sticks.
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @KelikakuCoutin
    @KelikakuCoutin 4 роки тому +14

    This reminds me of the lathe that the
    Woodwright, Roy Underhill made on
    one of the PBS shows that he does,
    quite a while back. You two should
    get together! בס״ד

  • @villain1409
    @villain1409 7 років тому +14

    I have watched a great deal of these builds,this 1 is a true master piece. It reminded me of the old treadle singer sewing machines. Thank you very much for your video & time.

  • @flightofarrow
    @flightofarrow 7 років тому +1

    I did some wood working today,watching this I realized what I was really doing was scab working some wood together,thanks! great work!

  • @aaronthomas8834
    @aaronthomas8834 5 років тому +1

    The most tranquil videos on youtube, man. That cat staring into the camera, too good.

  • @jeffledlow1955
    @jeffledlow1955 6 років тому

    As per expected, once again, you sir have failed to disappoint with your skills!

  • @gh0stmast3r
    @gh0stmast3r 7 років тому +1

    I like your aversion to power tools

  • @mikesmicroshop4385
    @mikesmicroshop4385 7 років тому

    Great job!!! You should change your tool rest design so that you can move the rest as close as you can to the work without it hitting and still able to leverage your tools. In the last shot of you turning your tool was very over extended. You have much less control on the tool and much more likely to have an accident. Love the design of the lath, I have built, well I don't know how many actually over the years now. Have fun turning on it, there is something magical about a foot powered lath!!!!

    • @MrChickadee
      @MrChickadee  7 років тому

      Thanks, yes Ive never turned before, and the tool rest was modified just as you said right after the video haha. I can see other more powerful designs in the future for sure!

  • @geodezix
    @geodezix 7 років тому +1

    You are the go-to-guy for powerless technology!

  • @167curly
    @167curly 3 роки тому

    Very simple , yet very impressive.

  • @bordenfleetwood5773
    @bordenfleetwood5773 7 років тому

    If I become half as competent with my leather as you are in wood, I will be a happy man. Excellent craftsmanship!
    I'm sure there are mistakes - there always are; but it works, and it will hold up to decades of use, if not more. (and it would likely take either yourself or a master craftsman to point them out)
    I'm also more than a little envious of your tools. The specialized planes and that beautifully robust bit/brace, especially. Wondrous tools, in the hands of an excellent craftsman. Truly inspiring. Thank you!

  • @johnhammack12
    @johnhammack12 7 років тому

    Glad to see the traditional wood working being used today.. you are a joy to watch... but do you ever make a miss lick...lol..if not i guess that's where the ol saying comes from... SLOW AN STEADY WINS THE RACE.. looking forward to your next video...

  • @sicklibra8850
    @sicklibra8850 7 років тому

    The sheer skill with those hand tools is downright amazing.

  • @mitravesia1738
    @mitravesia1738 7 років тому

    Good morning Mr. Chickadee thanks for your videos, I have been very helpful. I am doing the windows of my house with recycled pallets. I admit that I am not a professional carpenter. I am an apprentice and that is why his videos have served me a lot. Wife and gaticos. I have already grown a lot

    • @MrChickadee
      @MrChickadee  7 років тому +1

      Gracias por los comentarios. Me alegro de que usted está haciendo sus propias ventanas, que es un gran logro. No soy un miembro de la comunidad Amish aunque les doy respeto. No he hecho un ejercicio manual pero filmaré el proceso si lo hago en el futuro. ¡Sigue trabajando y ama el trabajo!

    • @mitravesia1738
      @mitravesia1738 7 років тому

      Mr. Chickadee gracias por responder a mi pregunta una saludo a usted y su familia .soy fiel seguidor de sus vídeos lo considero mi mentor

  • @jacobopstad5483
    @jacobopstad5483 4 роки тому +1

    I love the way everything fits together so snugly and with pegs and things.

  • @kingpen
    @kingpen 7 років тому

    As an admirer of traditional craft, I must tell you that this was satisfying to watch! You have yourself a subscriber!

  • @earthsciteach
    @earthsciteach 3 роки тому +1

    Your joinery work is insane. I'm trying to train myself to not think about the end result, but focus on the individual step (in most things I do). You have great focus and patience. Love watching you create!

  • @aserta
    @aserta 7 років тому

    Top notch! Really nicely done on the big wheel, i think this is the first time i see someone carve the groove as opposed to simply spinning it and then carving it. And i have to say i like this method better.

  • @thelearninghomestead3266
    @thelearninghomestead3266 7 років тому +2

    Once again, your skill set and craftsmanship amaze me! Well done.

  • @MrFirebog
    @MrFirebog 3 роки тому

    Fare tutto questo a mano ci vuole tanta passione volonta e come 200 anni fa complementi 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @youngiecoveman2393
    @youngiecoveman2393 7 років тому

    Greeting from Scotland. Great to watch a craftsman at work and to hear the sound of these sharp cutting tools at work.

  • @rowdytriesstuff9173
    @rowdytriesstuff9173 6 років тому

    The level of patience to make things this way must be incredible

  • @pebblesthecat3625
    @pebblesthecat3625 4 роки тому

    Your apprentices are very attentive, paying close inspection to your every move - as did I. Your woodworking skills are so impressive and give me something to aspire to. Thanks for the great video and sharing your knowledge.

  • @GruyereEmmentaler
    @GruyereEmmentaler 5 років тому

    I really admire your technique. Especially the minimal but strategic use of glue and hardware.

  • @donaldcarbone2593
    @donaldcarbone2593 4 роки тому

    Lots of talent and patience.

  • @user-wc7vp1fy3w
    @user-wc7vp1fy3w Рік тому

    J'aime énormément votre savoir-faire et le calme que vous dégagez! Merci

  • @danaharris503
    @danaharris503 7 років тому

    Thanks for another great video. Love all your traditional tools, and the skill in which you use them.

  • @SethsProject
    @SethsProject 7 років тому +5

    Wow what an incredible tool! Fantastic job :)

  • @jimhicks2976
    @jimhicks2976 7 років тому

    I love watching your videos, your craftsmanship is pure artwork. Thank you for keeping the old way alive.

  • @grunthostheflatulent269
    @grunthostheflatulent269 6 років тому

    I don't know what you do to make them work together so efficiently..
    By the way, another ingenious build - I learn a lot from you, Sir -- Thank you - sincerely!!

  • @Chr.U.Cas2216
    @Chr.U.Cas2216 5 років тому

    Simply fantastic and unbelievably brilliant. Thanks a lot for making, taping, editing, uploading and sharing.

  • @ivanalexander7405
    @ivanalexander7405 5 років тому

    Thank you for your videos! I learn so much from you, and the quality of your videos is astounding.

  • @williamwiels
    @williamwiels 7 років тому

    Du vrai travail à l'ancienne sans outils électriques ! J'ai l'impression de sentir l'odeur du bois travaillé...Bravo !

  • @huuthong1015
    @huuthong1015 7 років тому +1

    it is a great job. it reminds me how people did wood turning long ago before application of electric motor. thank you very much

  • @szermierz7798
    @szermierz7798 4 роки тому

    What an amazing project, simply wonderful, I can't get over the admiration for your skills in using hand tools.

  • @RonaldLAbbey
    @RonaldLAbbey 7 років тому +2

    SWEET lathe!!!! Cant wait to see all the projects you make with it.

  • @davidfairman5461
    @davidfairman5461 6 років тому +2

    I'm looking to build one of these myself n now I've seen how it can be done. Thank you for an excellent video.

  • @tinman1387
    @tinman1387 7 років тому +1

    Impressive! I for one hope you never run out of projects. I really enjoy watching your videos.

  • @sammy8152
    @sammy8152 7 років тому +1

    Awesome, like watching your craftsmanship. Appreciate your time and effort.

  • @SHANUSHAH
    @SHANUSHAH 6 років тому

    Cool, you are a master woodworker's Sir.

  • @dalyjolly5891
    @dalyjolly5891 Рік тому

    What an amazing thing to see this come together. Thank you.

  • @jaymc8722
    @jaymc8722 5 років тому

    Incredible! I'm both blown away and inspired. 👍😃

  • @ksingleton101
    @ksingleton101 7 років тому

    I love your video's! The mere fact you don't tells us this is the best or only way to do things speaks for itself, if that makes since. It's as if I'm looking not what's inside the box but what's outside, thank you.

  • @georgejohnson1537
    @georgejohnson1537 7 років тому

    wow.....You're one amazing carpenter/craftsman... You have a skill set that I can only dream of. Thank you for posting these videos. Have a great day man!

  • @DownwardsRising
    @DownwardsRising 5 років тому +4

    I did not know that tongue and groove board edging could be done with hand tools. I always thought they were a modern milling type accomplishment; only doable with table saws and routers. Mind expanded.

    • @samfarina
      @samfarina 4 роки тому +3

      Look up the Stanley #48. Has a fence that flips so you can do tongue and groove with one plane.

  • @buynsell365
    @buynsell365 6 років тому

    Great Job !!! One of the best builds I have seen. More videos like these please.

  • @miner3609
    @miner3609 7 років тому +1

    No doubt about it. The hardest working poster on You Tube.

  • @scotmclaren1302
    @scotmclaren1302 4 роки тому

    More of your kitties please. Keeps my girlfriend amused as I watch the crafting.

  • @rafaelmonteirorodrigues4672
    @rafaelmonteirorodrigues4672 7 років тому

    I've been watching since about 16k subs, and it's a joy seeing you guys accomplish so much. Keep up the good work !

  • @jamesmitchell5013
    @jamesmitchell5013 7 років тому

    I really enjoy the way you let your work speak for itself. I find myself trying to second guess what you are building only to be wrong most of the time! Keep up the good work and videos please.....

  • @mkultra6664
    @mkultra6664 3 роки тому

    What a cute cat!

  • @jlinkels
    @jlinkels 6 років тому

    Amazing. Especially the flywheel. As simple as a wheel might be, it takes incredible accuracy to make it run true as this one does.

  • @you_are_cleared_hot6950
    @you_are_cleared_hot6950 5 років тому

    Love your work Marine! Add this to the pile of things to build!

  • @mrstandfast2212
    @mrstandfast2212 4 роки тому

    Wonderful project, I love the use of the tongue and groove planes and you've got great firefighters as a result.

  • @michaelb41
    @michaelb41 5 років тому

    If I had millions I would hire Mr. Chickadee.

  • @ericrider9718
    @ericrider9718 7 років тому +1

    awesome build, can't wait to see you make things on the lathe now!

  • @mrtelechi
    @mrtelechi 4 роки тому

    Amazing skills, thank you, great to watch and certainly spiked my interest in making one of these.

  • @wtchtower
    @wtchtower 4 роки тому

    Thanks for Sharing once again. Your awesome Mr. Chickadee. Wish I could build one on my own someday. All I need is to draft it at start and have the needed tools and materials to begin with. Keep the good work.

  • @rparker069
    @rparker069 7 років тому +8

    the way this channel progresses technologically means in like 5 years we can expect him to be making a daimler benz

  • @josephduchow3599
    @josephduchow3599 6 років тому

    I really appreciate these videos you do!
    I’ve learned a lot

  • @stanleyjones2085
    @stanleyjones2085 7 років тому

    Wow what craftsmanship, truly awesome!

  • @kyleaegis5613
    @kyleaegis5613 4 роки тому

    Best part at 7:30! The entire video was mesmerizing! Wonderful craftsmanship!