I don't come to theses videos to see the fastest way to do something, I come to these videos because I like watching you have fun doing something you're really good at.
Nice job Adam I'm a old school machinist haven't used a shaper since vocational school I just started watching your videos good stuff way more interesting than some CNC machine spitting a dam part out. I'm the maintenance machinist for Zildjian the cymbal maker it's the oldest family owned businesses in the country been around for 400 yrs so we still do it old school can definitely appreciate the work you do Adam looking forward to more videos.
Don't apologise to anybody about how you do any work ... it your shop and your new TOY and you want to play with it ... just go for it ... from an OLD guy
"It's about the application of doing something on the machine." And that's a big part of why you are just as fine a craftsman as you are, Adam. Props, and thanks for all the great videos.
I’m not a machinist- never even seen a shaper outside of your videos but man… I’m sharing in your pleasure of a beautiful job well done. Thanks for sharing Adam. Please keep up the great content
I love the old shapers. There Are several Different ways I can drive to a destination but sometimes I like to take the scenic route. Life isn't always about getting there the fastest way but having fun on the trip to your destination. I agree totally with you Brother. One thing I have learned as a youtuber is to just laugh at some of the crazy comments I get from viewers. If I let the comments section upset me I would not be a very happy person. All youtubers go through the same thing with the comments section from viewers. I wont let anyone steal my happiness. Thanks so much for being one of my favorite channels to watch.
i love the sound the cutting tool makes when it is peeling off the oily metal with some little smoke clouds. also the relaxed "breathing" sound the machine makes is very satisfying.
"This is all stuff that was my Dad's" - gave me goose bumps. I've one son, doing very well (I'm super proud of him, we're best mates), and all of my gear (some 50 yrs old) will be his one day. I only watch genuine interesting videos all the way through. Yours - 100% . Thank you.
Thanks for taking the time for showing alternate ways of doing things and taking the time to explain them. For those offering alternate ways of getting the job done faster or better, have they not noticed you are not asking for help and that your channel is one of the most popular of its type? Maybe they can start their own channel and show us *their* method instead at their own expense? And in doing so, keeping the same well thought out angles of video and narration all done with humility. We're all waiting ...
you can make anything with a shaper except a profit great job, really enjoyed watching it! the mounted shot was really satisfying, what a creative way to film the action.
Man I love shapers..... poetry in motion... Sometimes, it's not about how easy something can be done, it's about how nicely and precisely it can be done. Well done for choosing the slower, but better way! Also, that shot starting at 23:02.... excellent....
Adam, I really enjoyed your shaper series of videos, solid job. Just want to say it, you understand the ballance between video quality-presentation and talk(Perspectively which experience brings along), your videos are 100% pleasure to watch.
I agree completely with your comments at the start Adam - it's not about doing things the quickest way, it's about the craftsmanship and enjoying the process. I've only recently found your channel because it was plugged by Scott at Essential Craftsman. I'm an ex-aircraft maintenance engineer and gunnie, and I really enjoy seeing you maintaining, fixing and using these old machines. You like doing it, and we like watching. Keep up the good work!
Adam, I don't know if you noticed, but your face was smiling almost the whole time watching that cut. It's got to feel rewarding after all that work to get it where it's at. Congrats on the G&E.
“This is not about showing you the fast way to do it (a cut, in this case)! it's about the application on doing something on the machine". I think this explains the reason of these astonishing videos of Adam in the first place. Plus, clearly, the fact that he is actually enjoying so much in working (and recording videos!). Not so difficult to get, as long as I can tell. Lucky him that has got time, and possibilities. I'd like to spend time in his "shop" just watching live, but too bad I live in Italy (too bad indeed! 😅) So, again, thank you for sharing, Mister Adam!
Adam, I enjoy all your videos. I am a teacher. I am often interested in why people make the choices they do, so keep in mind that if someone asks why you didn’t do it this way or that, it is not necessarily a criticism of the way you chose to do something. Making decisions on how to problem solve a machining process by applying the use of different tools to similar job tasks gives people insight into how they could accomplish a similar task in their own shop. Keep up the good work and excellent videos. Thank you!
Yes your right. In my case, in past videos, many guys said “why waste you time doing that? Just plasma it or bandsaw” I try to explain my actions an why I do what I do.
I like the show & what ever direction Adam takes; I like watching the shaper. CNC is cool but that’s not the way I learned my trade. That’s why I love Adam’s channel, he brings back great memories because now I’m retired.😎
I feel like I got to go back 70 years and see what the men of the past did for a living. I'm sure the G&E feels alive again to do something useful. Everyone and everything needs to be useful. Great video!
I found the motion of the shaper to be very relaxing! Much better than a band-saw or plasma cutter. It has renewed my faith in the world knowing that there a people like you who know their trade so well and take pride in doing high-quality work. Thanks so much for taking the time to document your process and share it with us. As a young engineer myself, it is very valuable to see the thought and effort that goes into machining parts.
Abom has such an understanding of equipment guys his skill sets are above and beyond he shows how the old school machine done their job yes cnc does have its place for speed but he does show how old school did it gets it right and the pleasure and satisfaction you get out of that is in indescribable
Before you know it you'll be cutting pepperoni pizza with that thing. Man what a beautiful machine. Without a doubt this baby has found itself in the right hands. Like a piece of fine art or collectable car, consider yourself another custodian in the long lineage of this venerable creation
More than the precision of making the cut, am I impressed by the precision with which the machine was made. With this massive stroke it travels so extremely precise...It is somehow magically satisfying.
Yes, you were right - that was way more fun than a bandsaw or plasma. I loved that bit where you hooked up the camera to the machine itself - that was glorious.
"Travelling the camera" and the cutting tool was REALLY COOL ! To see up close and in line/motion with the tool was unique. It should be your SIGNATURE SHOT !!
Adam everything you do in your shop is educational and fun to watch and it shows what kind of a professional skilled machinist you are! Keep up the great videos. Eric
At about 20:00 in you declare "oh man, that is beautiful!" I can't tell you how many times I utter this same phrase after seeing all my setup efforts come together in a successful cutting operation. It's nice to see others with the same passion!
Adam, I absolutely love watching this old machine work. As an old (70's-80's) automotive machinist/engine builder, I do appreciate the old machines we used back then. CNC is cool, but there is something special about hands on machining. Recently picked up an old Southbend Heavy 10... and have such a craving/need to machine again.
Watching that was fantastic! What a brilliant old lady she is! Adam you have an affinity with these old machines and can really make them sing! I have only just found your channel but have subscribed already. It's a pleasure to watch you work sir! So greetings from here in the United Kingdom, have a happy Christmas 2018 and a prosperous 2019 !
As a fairly recently graduated student of engineering in the Netherlands, I had no idea these machines existed. It's a wonderfull thing, appreciate the time and effort you put into these videos! Very educational.
dude i was telling my dad about you today! hes impressed as well as i am i would love to attain the skills you have! much respect man!!!!!!!!!! loved the 9 inch spindle for the gearbox
Geez... ya got gadgets for every conceivable situation... or can make them..... I love how, over the years, you've been giving more and more info as you go - like a clinic rather than a demonstration. I've never done any serious machine work, but I can easily follow right along as you work. Thank you.
you are an inspiration to go way more exact than the job might require. If you're gona do something, do it right. coming from a job where a tenth meant a tenth of an inch, at my new job you are inspiring me to go above and beyond (within reason) to do stuff much more accurately even if the tolerances asked for aren't required.
Wow! That turned out way better than I expected. This is the way things were done during the turn of the century. Totally awesome to still see it practiced today. Great video Adam, thank you!
Here is why you use the shaper: because too many people believe that machinist are people that know how to turn on the machine and make it go into motion. We have too many of those people around. I see CNC operators every day who think they are machinists. However, what a machinist really is is someone who solves problems. You may not have every single machine you want and you have to train yourself and be aware of several different ways to achieve the same output. That is why you use the shaper. I’m 51 years old and I can remember back in the day when there were dozens of Warner & Swasey set-up jobs in the newspaper. That’s the guy that made the money. You have to teach yourself new set up’s all the time. Its fun. Its cool. And you get a real appreciation for what old time machinist dealt with and how they handle problems. From what I’ve seen is that guys that have that manual machining background are ahead of the game as problem solver‘s. That’s why you use the shaper.
blindabinda123 - my experience using shapers was hogging out cast iron castings. The surface scale is very hard. Rotary tools get dull quick. Shapers can get deep under the scale. But you can also make big keyways without a broaching set up. Splines. Spur gear teeth. Dovetails. When i was a young machinist though we used them when we needed a powerful tool. POW POW POW! Its cool!
For me I find it very interesting to learn about what the machines are design for, how to set them up, and how to operate them. I like how you take the time to explain in detail what you are doing from start to finish. Showing all the different repair jobs are awesome, keep the videos coming!
6:51 Abom traverses the table from left to right; indicator doesn't move 1 millionths of an inch..."Hey, that's close enough to write home about!" Says a lot about the man's precision....
Old Machine's ,they love it when someone like you brings them back to life ...Your Dad and His Dad made a good living using those things.. Thanks.. Texas
I just recently started teaching myself real woodworking, stuff like how to use a chisel, how to mortise hinges, how to prep wood and make joints that are airtight, etc... somehow this channel popped up and I’ve fallen in love, you’re like the Norm Abram of metal work! Keep it up, you’ve got a great channel here and a new subscriber! Have a great day man!
Of all the available options for splitting I'm sure this one is the most pleasant and it gives the nicest cut ;) I love how you enjoy your work and the excitement you seem to get from it. In my eyes you're a master at this and a great inspiration. Thanks for sharing all this with us and please keep it coming! Greetings from Germany, raBit.
Im not a machinists but my dream is to win the lottery so I don't have to work, and become your 45 year old apprentice!... love your vids! I wish I enjoyed my work as much as you. You are a lucky man! Keep up the good work!
Man I noticed you had lost weight in a few of the most recent SNS videos, but it's REALLY evident watching an older video, even only a few months. Congrats on the successful weight loss, sir!
Extremely relaxing to watch your videos and learn a lot of stuff I'll never use but still enjoy learning about. Great quality and lots of time go into making videos like this! Thanks again.
Great video..... Brought a bunch of old memories back from when I was in tech school taking tool and die as my trade. The school had a couple of old shapers and we learned to set them up and use them. Great shot mounting the camera on the ram and watching the tool cut.
That did turn out very well and I enjoyed watching it. Thanks In the beginning with your "disclaimer", that was just a nice way of saying " If you don't like the way I'm going to use my machine, ya'll can just bite me" LOL Jeff
A perfect straight line. Only a shaper could serve so easily. We could say shapers are tedious to set up and the video is half an hour long for a small job but remember this is not how it would be done in a working environment where a shaper needs to make money. It would be set up by an apprentice maybe in 5 mins and then do the work for another 5 mins while work is getting done on other machines as well. In every shaper video we get to see a documentary of how to setup various parts so it takes longer than it would probably take for a normal job.
Yes they are faster ways. But not cooler! That power down feed is the way to go! All in one go on the big shaper, no need to flip like with the old shaper.
Watched all your videos and learned something every time, keep up the great work. A future project may be the replacement of the bed of your utility trailer.. :)
I don't come to theses videos to see the fastest way to do something, I come to these videos because I like watching you have fun doing something you're really good at.
Thank you!
@@Abom79 same abom
That "this old tony" reference was gold. LoL
So nice to scroll down and see a positive-only comment section! A rare thing on youtube these days.
South Scandinavia checking in ;)
Nice job Adam I'm a old school machinist haven't used a shaper since vocational school I just started watching your videos good stuff way more interesting than some CNC machine spitting a dam part out. I'm the maintenance machinist for Zildjian the cymbal maker it's the oldest family owned businesses in the country been around for 400 yrs so we still do it old school can definitely appreciate the work you do Adam looking forward to more videos.
Don't apologise to anybody about how you do any work ...
it your shop and your new TOY and you want to play with it ... just go for it ...
from an OLD guy
Came here to say the same thing. He's infectiously happy working with it
"It's about the application of doing something on the machine." And that's a big part of why you are just as fine a craftsman as you are, Adam. Props, and thanks for all the great videos.
Imagine if I told you 5 years ago you'd have a separate shop with new CNC machines, time flies
I’m not a machinist- never even seen a shaper outside of your videos but man… I’m sharing in your pleasure of a beautiful job well done. Thanks for sharing Adam. Please keep up the great content
I love the old shapers. There Are several Different ways I can drive to a destination but sometimes I like to take the scenic route. Life isn't always about getting there the fastest way but having fun on the trip to your destination. I agree totally with you Brother. One thing I have learned as a youtuber is to just laugh at some of the crazy comments I get from viewers. If I let the comments section upset me I would not be a very happy person. All youtubers go through the same thing with the comments section from viewers. I wont let anyone steal my happiness. Thanks so much for being one of my favorite channels to watch.
Love this video. Cant help think of what This Old Tony said "as the saying goes 'the only thing you can't make with a shaper is a profit'"
i love the sound the cutting tool makes when it is peeling off the oily metal with some little smoke clouds. also the relaxed "breathing" sound the machine makes is very satisfying.
I never thought that I would ever see a shaper doing an actual job in the year 2018 - what a blast from the past - thank you Adam
I dunno about the rest of you but I could watch that for hours and not get bored...
"This is all stuff that was my Dad's" - gave me goose bumps. I've one son, doing very well (I'm super proud of him, we're best mates), and all of my gear (some 50 yrs old) will be his one day.
I only watch genuine interesting videos all the way through. Yours - 100% . Thank you.
If your having fun, the who cares if there’s a “faster” way. Beautiful work there Adam👍👍👍
That's great Adam. Far better than a band saw. Keep those chips flying!!
Way better than with a saw or torch. Thank you for taking the time to show us this stuff!
Thanks for taking the time for showing alternate ways of doing things and taking the time to explain them. For those offering alternate ways of getting the job done faster or better, have they not noticed you are not asking for help and that your channel is one of the most popular of its type? Maybe they can start their own channel and show us *their* method instead at their own expense? And in doing so, keeping the same well thought out angles of video and narration all done with humility. We're all waiting ...
Adam, Congratulations on your first job with the G&E
you can make anything with a shaper except a profit
great job, really enjoyed watching it!
the mounted shot was really satisfying, what a creative way to film the action.
Man I love shapers..... poetry in motion...
Sometimes, it's not about how easy something can be done, it's about how nicely and precisely it can be done. Well done for choosing the slower, but better way!
Also, that shot starting at 23:02.... excellent....
a true craftsman takes pleasure in his work. not everyone chooses to do the fastest job possible with the least amount of effort.. good on you Adam!
Adam, I really enjoyed your shaper series of videos, solid job. Just want to say it, you understand the ballance between video quality-presentation and talk(Perspectively which experience brings along), your videos are 100% pleasure to watch.
This was amazing Adam your 70 years old machine was quality and precise give yourself a beer, I just enjoy watching you work with steel amazing.
I agree completely with your comments at the start Adam - it's not about doing things the quickest way, it's about the craftsmanship and enjoying the process. I've only recently found your channel because it was plugged by Scott at Essential Craftsman. I'm an ex-aircraft maintenance engineer and gunnie, and I really enjoy seeing you maintaining, fixing and using these old machines. You like doing it, and we like watching. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Andrew 👍🏻
Holy Crap. You did a number on that shaper. It's working like a charm.
Adam buddy,,, if you made a half hour video of using the shaper to cut a grilled cheese,,, I'd watch it.
Here here!
Adam, I don't know if you noticed, but your face was smiling almost the whole time watching that cut. It's got to feel rewarding after all that work to get it where it's at. Congrats on the G&E.
“This is not about showing you the fast way to do it (a cut, in this case)! it's about the application on doing something on the machine".
I think this explains the reason of these astonishing videos of Adam in the first place. Plus, clearly, the fact that he is actually enjoying so much in working (and recording videos!). Not so difficult to get, as long as I can tell.
Lucky him that has got time, and possibilities. I'd like to spend time in his "shop" just watching live, but too bad I live in Italy (too bad indeed! 😅)
So, again, thank you for sharing, Mister Adam!
Adam, I enjoy all your videos. I am a teacher. I am often interested in why people make the choices they do, so keep in mind that if someone asks why you didn’t do it this way or that, it is not necessarily a criticism of the way you chose to do something. Making decisions on how to problem solve a machining process by applying the use of different tools to similar job tasks gives people insight into how they could accomplish a similar task in their own shop. Keep up the good work and excellent videos. Thank you!
Yes your right. In my case, in past videos, many guys said “why waste you time doing that? Just plasma it or bandsaw” I try to explain my actions an why I do what I do.
It really is nice to see machinist Building something. I love it specially when they build precision tools. Just love it. Thank's for sharing....
I like the show & what ever direction Adam takes; I like watching the shaper. CNC is cool but that’s not the way I learned my trade. That’s why I love Adam’s channel, he brings back great memories because now I’m retired.😎
I love how excited you get about your projects
I feel like I got to go back 70 years and see what the men of the past did for a living. I'm sure the G&E feels alive again to do something useful. Everyone and everything needs to be useful. Great video!
I really like when he said "I enjoy using my machinery to make this cut." This is a good example for a great worker.
I found the motion of the shaper to be very relaxing! Much better than a band-saw or plasma cutter. It has renewed my faith in the world knowing that there a people like you who know their trade so well and take pride in doing high-quality work. Thanks so much for taking the time to document your process and share it with us. As a young engineer myself, it is very valuable to see the thought and effort that goes into machining parts.
Fishing isn't always about catching fish. I'm not a machinist but I always enjoy watching your channel 👍🏴🇬🇧😎
The very first "real job" just proved how good a job *you* did in reconditioning that gorgeous old shaper. Hats off to ya, Adam!
love your attitude and enjoyment of machining!!!
Abom has such an understanding of equipment guys his skill sets are above and beyond he shows how the old school machine done their job yes cnc does have its place for speed but he does show how old school did it gets it right and the pleasure and satisfaction you get out of that is in indescribable
camera attached to shaper is the money shot!
A great machine becomes a beautiful, giant, super precise one-tooth saw. The most fun part must be setting it. Great video
Before you know it you'll be cutting pepperoni pizza with that thing.
Man what a beautiful machine.
Without a doubt this baby has found itself in the right hands.
Like a piece of fine art or collectable car, consider yourself another custodian in the long lineage of this venerable creation
Apart from his amazing skill with the machines he is a great presenter. He has just the right touch and personality for this.
More than the precision of making the cut, am I impressed by the precision with which the machine was made. With this massive stroke it travels so extremely precise...It is somehow magically satisfying.
I agree with your statement 100%. 💯🅰️➕
Some people don’t understand that sometimes a man just has to take the long way around. I love it man!
Yes, you were right - that was way more fun than a bandsaw or plasma. I loved that bit where you hooked up the camera to the machine itself - that was glorious.
Very satisfying to look at. :-)
"Travelling the camera" and the cutting tool was REALLY COOL ! To see up close and in line/motion with the tool was unique. It should be your SIGNATURE SHOT !!
I was thinking the same thing! Very pleasing shot.
Hi Adam , I'm a recent viewer.
You're a great instructor , cameraman and editor .keep up the good work !
You more than any other RUclips channel have mastered the art of "Show don't tell" Just a fantastic video. Oh and you make your job look easy.
Most enjoyable watch. Love the enthusiasm. Refreshing in these days of transient attention!
Adam everything you do in your shop is educational and fun to watch and it shows what kind of a professional skilled machinist you are! Keep up the great videos.
Eric
That table tram and the cutting was awesome!
ATB, Robin
At about 20:00 in you declare "oh man, that is beautiful!" I can't tell you how many times I utter this same phrase after seeing all my setup efforts come together in a successful cutting operation. It's nice to see others with the same passion!
I don’t know anything about machining but I really enjoy watching your vides and seeing how meticulous you are.
same here it is just sooo interesting keep it up Adam m8
The sound of the gears when it cuts is so smooth. Thats a quality machine.
Me and my OCD appreciate your precision. Good work sir.
Adam, I absolutely love watching this old machine work. As an old (70's-80's) automotive machinist/engine builder, I do appreciate the old machines we used back then. CNC is cool, but there is something special about hands on machining. Recently picked up an old Southbend Heavy 10... and have such a craving/need to machine again.
I'm jealous. Make some chips for me. Thanks!
Hi Adam, without doubt the best machine to watch on video in the shop keep the shaper work coming man!
Having the camera mounted to the ram while it cut was a great shot! And no vibration or shake at all. Nice work!
Great to see this shaper setup and running. Just to have this equipment still saved and put to use is amazing.
Nice, I love to watch these old machines work. Thanks Adam
Watching that was fantastic! What a brilliant old lady she is! Adam you have an affinity with these old machines and can really make them sing! I have only just found your channel but have subscribed already. It's a pleasure to watch you work sir! So greetings from here in the United Kingdom, have a happy Christmas 2018 and a prosperous 2019 !
As a fairly recently graduated student of engineering in the Netherlands, I had no idea these machines existed. It's a wonderfull thing, appreciate the time and effort you put into these videos! Very educational.
dude i was telling my dad about you today! hes impressed as well as i am i would love to attain the skills you have! much respect man!!!!!!!!!! loved the 9 inch spindle for the gearbox
Geez... ya got gadgets for every conceivable situation... or can make them..... I love how, over the years, you've been giving more and more info as you go - like a clinic rather than a demonstration. I've never done any serious machine work, but I can easily follow right along as you work. Thank you.
you are an inspiration to go way more exact than the job might require. If you're gona do something, do it right. coming from a job where a tenth meant a tenth of an inch, at my new job you are inspiring me to go above and beyond (within reason) to do stuff much more accurately even if the tolerances asked for aren't required.
Wow! That turned out way better than I expected. This is the way things were done during the turn of the century. Totally awesome to still see it practiced today. Great video Adam, thank you!
Here is why you use the shaper: because too many people believe that machinist are people that know how to turn on the machine and make it go into motion. We have too many of those people around. I see CNC operators every day who think they are machinists. However, what a machinist really is is someone who solves problems. You may not have every single machine you want and you have to train yourself and be aware of several different ways to achieve the same output. That is why you use the shaper. I’m 51 years old and I can remember back in the day when there were dozens of Warner & Swasey set-up jobs in the newspaper. That’s the guy that made the money. You have to teach yourself new set up’s all the time. Its fun. Its cool. And you get a real appreciation for what old time machinist dealt with and how they handle problems. From what I’ve seen is that guys that have that manual machining background are ahead of the game as problem solver‘s.
That’s why you use the shaper.
What is a shaper generally used for? Basically what he did here or what?
blindabinda123 - my experience using shapers was hogging out cast iron castings. The surface scale is very hard. Rotary tools get dull quick. Shapers can get deep under the scale. But you can also make big keyways without a broaching set up. Splines. Spur gear teeth. Dovetails.
When i was a young machinist though we used them when we needed a powerful tool. POW POW POW! Its cool!
@@timothyduzenski1386 Oh nice. I didn't Even think about gear cutting
a cnc machine is a whole different set of problems to solve on top of all of the old problems to solve.
Love seeing such large machines used with this degree of professionalism
Very cool use of a classic machine.
For me I find it very interesting to learn about what the machines are design for, how to set them up, and how to operate them. I like how you take the time to explain in detail what you are doing from start to finish. Showing all the different repair jobs are awesome, keep the videos coming!
I would have liked to understand how the feed system workes.
6:51 Abom traverses the table from left to right; indicator doesn't move 1 millionths of an inch..."Hey, that's close enough to write home about!"
Says a lot about the man's precision....
Old Machine's ,they love it when someone like you brings them back to life ...Your Dad and His Dad made a good living using those things.. Thanks.. Texas
I really enjoy the shaper videos, its an amazing machine to look at.
I'm glad you did not choose some other method to cut it.
I just recently started teaching myself real woodworking, stuff like how to use a chisel, how to mortise hinges, how to prep wood and make joints that are airtight, etc... somehow this channel popped up and I’ve fallen in love, you’re like the Norm Abram of metal work! Keep it up, you’ve got a great channel here and a new subscriber! Have a great day man!
you didn't say why you are splitting the sprocket?
Of all the available options for splitting I'm sure this one is the most pleasant and it gives the nicest cut ;)
I love how you enjoy your work and the excitement you seem to get from it. In my eyes you're a master at this and a great inspiration. Thanks for sharing all this with us and please keep it coming!
Greetings from Germany, raBit.
What a great old machine! I, too, still use my Dad's tools -- fifty years after his death. (Mostly hand tools ... nothing like the setup you have.)
In the language of my elders a joy to behold and a clean job, thank you for this slice of life.
Im not a machinists but my dream is to win the lottery so I don't have to work, and become your 45 year old apprentice!... love your vids! I wish I enjoyed my work as much as you. You are a lucky man! Keep up the good work!
The sound of the cutting action takes me right back to school, about 25 years ago.
Man I noticed you had lost weight in a few of the most recent SNS videos, but it's REALLY evident watching an older video, even only a few months. Congrats on the successful weight loss, sir!
Extremely relaxing to watch your videos and learn a lot of stuff I'll never use but still enjoy learning about. Great quality and lots of time go into making videos like this! Thanks again.
I’m no machinist but this was so much fun watching indeed. This the type of ‘ Heavy Metal’ I like.
Great to see someone using a shaper again. Just don't see enough of these good old machines any more.
Kudos for the "This Old Tony karate chop" reference!
what an amazing piece of equipment, 70 plus years and still so nice to use. amazing video angles... great work
Does anyone else find the sound of the clapper box soothing lol.
Great video..... Brought a bunch of old memories back from when I was in tech school taking tool and die as my trade. The school had a couple of old shapers and we learned to set them up and use them. Great shot mounting the camera on the ram and watching the tool cut.
That did turn out very well and I enjoyed watching it. Thanks
In the beginning with your "disclaimer", that was just a nice way of saying " If you don't like the way I'm going to use my machine, ya'll can just bite me" LOL
Jeff
JRD77VET It’s still amusing thinking back to the previous videos and the comments on “why not just...”
Exactly.
I really enjoyed that, so relaxing! The forward and back motion is quite mesmerising.
twincamtim that’s what she said lol
A perfect straight line. Only a shaper could serve so easily.
We could say shapers are tedious to set up and the video is half an hour long for a small job but remember this is not how it would be done in a working environment where a shaper needs to make money. It would be set up by an apprentice maybe in 5 mins and then do the work for another 5 mins while work is getting done on other machines as well. In every shaper video we get to see a documentary of how to setup various parts so it takes longer than it would probably take for a normal job.
I go to a vocational tech school and my teacher loves you vids and recommended we watch them
Can't get that clean cut with a plasma torch.
I call my time watching these videos "Hanging with Adam".😎
Thanks,
John
Great to see the happy glint in your eye when you use the old Gal you are kind and benevolent machinist
Yes they are faster ways. But not cooler! That power down feed is the way to go! All in one go on the big shaper, no need to flip like with the old shaper.
I’m enjoying this big boy shaper much more then the Sheldon. 👍🏻
man, that shaper is really something. i could watch it working all day long, keep em coming.
Watched all your videos and learned something every time, keep up the great work.
A future project may be the replacement of the bed of your utility trailer.. :)
Watching that machine run is so relaxing... I almost nodded off!
Another nice job Adam.