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First Video For Make: Magazine

7/14/2015

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Blog posts have been a little few and far between over the last few months. My excuse is that I have been working very hard in my spare time to get out as much video content as I can. Possibly not the best excuse, but who knew that making videos took up so much time!?

I've also been working hard on an exciting new side project, that I am very pleased to be able share with you today: A series of videos  for MAKE: Magazine about bench-top machining.

The series is pitched squarely at the new user, with a focus on keeping the content fun and enjoyable. The objective is to entertain, but also to get the viewer totally hooked on machining.

The videos are project based, with a focus on the four staples of the home machine shop: The lathe, milling machine, belt sander and band saw. Other common hand tools make an appearance over the series, but I have tried to be conscious of the fact that most people will not have a well equipped machine shop. So where possible, I present a few different ways to do the same thing.

These four tools open up the project field wonderfully, so you can expect to see a nice range. The projects will be able to be completed in a weekend, and will often result in a useful tool, or at the very least something fun and cool to look at!

There will be a new video released every 6 weeks or so, so be sure to subscribe to MAKE: Magazine on YouTube, so that you can be aware of the releases as they occur.

Most of you reading this will already know that I am simply an enthusiastic amateur when it comes to machining. I don't claim to be an expert, nor do I have any formal training in the subject. But what I do have is a great passion for making things out of metal. If I can encourage more people to get into this wonderful activity, then I consider that to be time well spent.

So here it is, video #1 by Clickspring for MAKE: - Making A Metal Scriber

Just to prove the point that too many machining videos is never enough!

Thanks for dropping by,
Chris.


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20 Comments
Petr Tosovsky
7/9/2015 10:37:31 am

I like you invested time to come up and even show alternative ways. I still admire your lathe knives. I am trying to bring them to this shape but I am not very successful with their final performance. I still hope I will reach your level in the future.

Petr

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Chris link
7/9/2015 12:19:43 pm

Hi Petr, thanks very much for watching, I'm very pleased you enjoyed the video! I'm still trying to figure out a way to keep the grinding dust out of my camera. As soon as I work that out, I will do a video on grinding lathe tools. Cheers, Chris.

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Bob Stevenson link
7/9/2015 02:47:47 pm

Chris,...best method of using cameras in machine room is to use a 'rain cover'......essentially a plastic bag with a glass/rigid plastic window....place bag over camera so window is in front of lens and use cable tie to secure to tripod...press red button thru bag. 'Rain cover' available online from many outlets.

Chris link
7/9/2015 10:10:55 pm

Ahh! terrific thanks Bob. I'll check it out. Cheers, Chris.

Scott (Mr.ToolHunter and Aristocob) Markwood link
7/10/2015 12:19:59 am

Now it all comes together. I just finished watching your video on the Make: channel and after leaving a comment there I thought I might find more info here on your blog. Congratulations on the arrangement with Make: and I'm excited by the idea of all the new viewers who will be exposed to your work. Way to go, Chris! Scott

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Chris link
7/10/2015 01:26:08 am

G'day Scott, yes I'm very fortunate to have this opportunity be in contact with the Make: audience. I've got some really cool projects in mind for them that I really can't wait to get out there. Thanks for your continued support mate, I appreciate it. Chris.

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Sam
7/10/2015 02:49:25 am

What lathe is the one you used in the video??

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Chris link
7/16/2015 12:44:53 pm

Hi Sam, the lathe is a Sherline 4100 manual lathe.

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Andrew Robb link
7/16/2015 10:38:28 am

Go Chris, 60,000 views in 6 days ledgendary!!
Congratulations
Franky

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Chris link
7/16/2015 12:44:14 pm

Thanks Franky, it's amazing, I'm thrilled!

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PJ link
7/18/2015 05:43:48 am

I knew someone would snap up your fine talent!! Great content for all levels and a perfect fit for Make: You are the One! Thanks Chris...~PJ

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Terry link
11/18/2015 12:27:06 pm

Many thanks for the video, I'm trying to get my older brother off of his butt and back to living. My question is do you have any more small/short in time projects for worth while for a senior citizen good with his head and hands to do?

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Chris link
11/18/2015 08:18:09 pm

Hey Terry,

How about a model ships cannon - some fun taper turning, drilling, and a bit more work for the carriage...

Cheers,
Chris.

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Robert Meyer
12/8/2015 12:32:36 pm

Hi Chris,

I've been really enjoying your videos on youtube. I'm in the process of setting up my own shop and am curious as to what mill you use. I know you've mentioned your Sherline and Seig lathe. I've checked on your blog and have been unable to find the manufacturer and model for your milling machine mentioned anywhere. If you could let me know what you are using I would really appreciate it. Thanks.

Robert

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Chris link
12/8/2015 01:26:01 pm

Hey Robert,

I have both an SX3, and SX2 mill. I mainly use the SX3, its quite good for the scale of work that I do, but of course has its limits. I keep the smaller one around on the off chance that I might CNC it one day.

Cheers,
Chris.

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jack johnston
12/15/2015 09:15:42 am

Thank you for the terrific videos,I'm an novice clockmaker.I have never made my own wheels an pinions,I would like to know where to purchase the wheel cutters an what's the best number of cutters needed for most wheels an pinions.Your help is greatly appreciated,I have read probably 10 books on this matter an researched but have not found the answer.Sincerely Jack,Florida USA

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Chris link
12/15/2015 07:48:03 pm

Hey Jack,

I get purchase the PP Thorntons horological cutters from Ian T Cobb in the UK (http://www.iantcobb.co.uk/). Regarding which to buy, you will need to know the module of the wheels used in your clock design, and then go from there. I thoroughly recommend J Malcolm Wilds' book "Wheel and Pinion Cutting in Horology" as a reference text. (http://www.amazon.com/Wheel-Pinion-Cutting-Horology-Historical/dp/1861262450)

Cheers,
Chris.

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