Wow Top! that's gorgeous! My wife told me my tablet was chiming, so I sort of expected my cousin, the King of Nigeria ( us Burton's cut a wide swath) to try and send some more of his billions to me. But then I see this and instead of being bored I get to watch a thing of beauty be created! Thank you! Never did like that cousin!
We must be related! I was once told that I was the only person that could be trusted, do to blood ties, to receive their national treasure, all I had to to was provide my bank account information so they could make the deposit.... I can't believe they tried to give you their treasures too! The rascals!! Thanks very much :)
Hi again from England Mr. Humphrey That's excellent use of an old box there....as so many folk would've just launched it over the wall or on a fire or something.... You must have a lot of patience to do that...and a steady hand... I'm afraid I can be a little heavy handed for such stuff...
SF Brother. Another great job. Keep them coming. As I said before you are an inspiration. Just back from 1/9 reunion in DC. General Mattis spoke at our dinner. Doc Mike.
Thank you, Rod, for another great piece of woodworking. You may recall that I live in Ireland where many of the scenes in Game of Thrones were filmed. It has given our tourist industry a welcome boost with people coming from as far away as Japan to visit the sites. I therefore warmly extend an invitation to you to hop on a plane and I will personally take you round the sites. I will even give you a spin on my lathe:-).
Alan, thank you very much! I may just take you up on that at some point. I've always loved your country and would very much enjoy seeing it in person....and see the touristy things from a non-tourist perspective. I'm honored at the offer to spend time with you at your lathe. Drop me an e-mail if you'd like, my address is in the video description. Cheers
Thank you! It's a POW/MIA bracelet in remembrance of GySgt Galen F. Humphrey (no relation) who went missing in North Vietnam on Feb 1, 1966. Thanks for asking!
Thank you! I usually work on these between other projects so the time can stretch to weeks or more, but total compressed time would be a few days I'd say.
Each one is better than the last Rod, what sort of wood is it made of? and is it a hard wood or soft? the reason I ask is I wonder how something like our Jarrah or white gum would be to carve compared to a softer wood or maybe how hard it would be to Inlay one into the other? Tony from Western Australia
Thanks Tony! I haven't forgotten you , mate! This is a very soft wood, mahogany exterior I believe (by the look of the grain, and color) and cedar inner lining. I'm unsure about the inlay thought, but it should be possible.
I didn't think you had Grin ! I'm unforgettable lol ! how many times Did you have to sharpen your chisels during that carving Rod And how about a leason in sharpening wood carving chisels please?
I use a leather strop and jeweler's rouge, 20 to 30 strokes with bevel down, pressing firmly but not overly hard. The a couple stroke on the reverse side to flatten any bur. the end goal is a mirror finish on the bevel. I'll show some of that on my next carving video (yet to be planned) Oh, and I sharpen every time I pick them up for the first time in a session, and again if I feel resistance during a cut.
Beautiful mon! Love the chisel marks round the outside! Just out of interest, hiw much would one of these cost and hiw long did it take you to carve? Still enjoying the content! Deffinately my favourite woodwork channel!
Thank you very much! I haven't placed a value on them yet, but I think when I do let them go, it will be as a collection/set. I work on these in between other projects usually, so the time can stretch out a bit. Over all, I'd say I worked on this off and on for about a month...but just a few days of actual time. Thanks again!
Wow Top! that's gorgeous! My wife told me my tablet was chiming, so I sort of expected my cousin, the King of Nigeria ( us Burton's cut a wide swath) to try and send some more of his billions to me. But then I see this and instead of being bored I get to watch a thing of beauty be created! Thank you! Never did like that cousin!
We must be related! I was once told that I was the only person that could be trusted, do to blood ties, to receive their national treasure, all I had to to was provide my bank account information so they could make the deposit.... I can't believe they tried to give you their treasures too! The rascals!! Thanks very much :)
Wow! All of the boxes you created are absolutely amazing. I’ve never seen Game of Thrones but I love all of them. Great job once again.
Stunning! Your patience is astounding!
Thanks very much, I think these pieces can be a test of patience for sure :)
What a beautiful box. Mr Humphrey . Make more l like watch u make some really nice out a old log.
Thank you! I'll turn another log soon 🙂
Fantastic Rod you are always a surprise to me.
First one I've watched in your game of thrones box series and I'm just about to watch the rest, they are awesome! 👏👏👏
Thank you Sam, much appreciated. I'm about to check out your new video too...after I answer comments :)
Fantastic work as always. I wish I was that talented. See ya soon Brother!
Gorgeous! You’re truly talented!
Thank you very much! 😊
Awesome!
Thank you!
What cigar box?! Ha! Beautiful and awesome work my friend.
Thank you! I need to start another one...
Wow, what a transformation from an ordinary cigar box to an extraordinary keepsake!!! I love all four boxes that you carved.
Thanks very much!
Wow what a transformation, it's beautiful..Have a safe weekend as well as the upcoming week..Take Care
Thank you very much! You as well, Cynthia!
Very cool.
Thank you!
this is incredible :D
Thank you! :)
Wunderschön geschnizte kiste
Danke
Awesome job !!! Love to watch you work. Keep up the good work.
Thank you very much!
Hi again from England Mr. Humphrey
That's excellent use of an old box there....as so many folk would've just launched it over the wall or on a fire or something....
You must have a lot of patience to do that...and a steady hand...
I'm afraid I can be a little heavy handed for such stuff...
Hello! Thanks very much! Perhaps I'm learning patience by doing it... hidden lessons everywhere :) Thanks again, cheers!
Beautiful! You would love Ireland !
Thank you, and I already do :)
SF Brother. Another great job. Keep them coming. As I said before you are an inspiration. Just back from 1/9 reunion in DC. General Mattis spoke at our dinner. Doc Mike.
I wonder if anyone recorded that speech and posted it? That sounds like it would have been a great place to be... Semper Fi, Doc!
You may see it on the 1/9 Facebook page. I saw it there the other day
Good work on the carving Rod! Thanks for sharing the video with us.😎👍JP
Thanks JP! :)
You're very welcome Rod! 😎
Thank you, Rod, for another great piece of woodworking. You may recall that I live in Ireland where many of the scenes in Game of Thrones were filmed. It has given our tourist industry a welcome boost with people coming from as far away as Japan to visit the sites. I therefore warmly extend an invitation to you to hop on a plane and I will personally take you round the sites. I will even give you a spin on my lathe:-).
Alan, thank you very much! I may just take you up on that at some point. I've always loved your country and would very much enjoy seeing it in person....and see the touristy things from a non-tourist perspective. I'm honored at the offer to spend time with you at your lathe. Drop me an e-mail if you'd like, my address is in the video description. Cheers
I need this box❤
I need to do another... Thank you!
Where did you find so many of the same Cigar boxes? Beautiful work as usual.
I'm always checking cigar stores. The finer ones will have empty boxes for sale... Thank you!!
Always a pleasure, Rod. Thank you very much.
What is inscribed on your bracelet?
Thank you! It's a POW/MIA bracelet in remembrance of GySgt Galen F. Humphrey (no relation) who went missing in North Vietnam on Feb 1, 1966. Thanks for asking!
Based on my viewings you or someone close to you enjoys a good cigar!
I frequently stop in cigar stores and buy cigar boxes for cheap 😊
Very cool! How long, on average did these take to carve?
Thank you! I usually work on these between other projects so the time can stretch to weeks or more, but total compressed time would be a few days I'd say.
muy bueno
gracias
Hey Rod, will you adopt me and teach me your craft. Lol. Best wishes and Semper Fi.
hahaha, Thank you! :) Semper Fi
Each one is better than the last Rod, what sort of wood is it made of? and is it a hard wood or soft?
the reason I ask is I wonder how something like our Jarrah or white gum would be to carve compared to a softer wood or maybe how hard it would be to Inlay one into the other? Tony from Western Australia
Thanks Tony! I haven't forgotten you , mate! This is a very soft wood, mahogany exterior I believe (by the look of the grain, and color) and cedar inner lining. I'm unsure about the inlay thought, but it should be possible.
I didn't think you had Grin ! I'm unforgettable lol !
how many times Did you have to sharpen your chisels during that carving Rod And how about a leason in sharpening wood carving chisels please?
I use a leather strop and jeweler's rouge, 20 to 30 strokes with bevel down, pressing firmly but not overly hard. The a couple stroke on the reverse side to flatten any bur. the end goal is a mirror finish on the bevel. I'll show some of that on my next carving video (yet to be planned) Oh, and I sharpen every time I pick them up for the first time in a session, and again if I feel resistance during a cut.
Great job ! I’ve got a silly question, where in the world did you find CARBON PAPER ? Didn’t know they still made it.
lol, I bought it years ago at an office supply store. Thank you!
Try Amazon I remember seeing it there.
Beautiful mon! Love the chisel marks round the outside! Just out of interest, hiw much would one of these cost and hiw long did it take you to carve? Still enjoying the content! Deffinately my favourite woodwork channel!
Thank you very much! I haven't placed a value on them yet, but I think when I do let them go, it will be as a collection/set. I work on these in between other projects usually, so the time can stretch out a bit. Over all, I'd say I worked on this off and on for about a month...but just a few days of actual time. Thanks again!
R Humphrey cool, you must be very patient, once i start something i have to finish it!