Woodturning - Something Totally Unique and One of a Kind!
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- Опубликовано: 13 сен 2024
- This piece is certainly something special! I was contacted by a retiring British Army Major in the 2nd Battalion Parachute regiment as he wanted to create an award that could be presented to the best Junior Officer annually. The idea being that the tankard inside the piece is the officers to keep, but the tankard holder/display piece stays in the officers mess, taking pride of place on their oak bar top.
Simon told me that he wanted the piece to look like a 9mm hollow point round, and I did my best to get the proportions correct. To accommodate the tankard, a slot needed to be cut in the side of the piece, and the stress while drilling and cutting into a perfectly finished piece almost killed me! But it was well worth it, to know that Simon was thrilled with the result, and something I made will become a highly regarded Military award within the battalion.
An engraving plaque will be added to the piece, so that the names of recipients can be displays forever more..... I just hope that they don't cover up much of that beautiful grain.
The casing is made from English Ash with some of the best grain I've ever seen, its been sanded to 10000 grit, and finished with three coats of Danish Oil, and 1 coat of wood wax. The bullet head is made from Australian Red Mallee burl, cast in epoxy resin.
Let me know what you think of this piece. Sorry it has been a while since my last upload, I've had a lot going on, including taking delivery of my new Lathe, Bandsaw, and Pilar drill! More information about those to come in future videos, but if you want to check out where I got them from head to
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Yes, I'm aware that wearing gloves while woodturning is considered an unsafe practise. The gloves I wear are tight fitting and don’t have any loose threads. I wear them for the protection of my skin. This is a risk that I am willing to take, however I am still very conscious of the potential danger and I do not touch any spinning parts of the lathe. DO NOT do anything you don’t feel comfortable doing.
Hi Guys! I hope you enjoyed the video! If you want information on what this project is about just go to the description and everything will be explained there, it is quite interesting 👍😁
You used Tupperware for and with resin oh my ,,, great work but hehehe
@@Son0565 it was my Nan's who is 82, she didn't want it anymore and thought it would be great for my work... 🪵😃👍
Yes, Thankyou
Brilliant…but can I point out…
If something is one of a kind it IS unique and vice versa. They mean the same.
People also mix up *rare and unique* all the time, which is the opposite of what you have done.
Something cannot be *rare _and_ unique*, it is either one or the other, but not both.
Your work is unique MEANS there is only one of its kind.
If you make two or three only then it becomes rare. and is no longer unique. So you can say it is one or the other but not both
BEAUTIFUL WORK!! Being a retired military aircraft mechanic, (28 years USAF), I can well appreciate the honor of an award such as this. I have never seen a more impressive grain on a piece of wood such as this! You did the RAF members proud. Thank you for sharing your story and skills.
Mr. Smith what a BEATIFUL PICE OF ENGLISH ASH, a very nice award for the Officer Mess. Job well done KUDOS
Many thanks Sam, I've seen Ash with such wonderful grain but will keep looking, glad you liked it 😃🪵👍
The master has struck again. Great job Mr Smith 👍 👍 👍 😀
Thank you very much Maria! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
@@HarrySmithWoodturning I do!!!
It’s not just the craftsmanship that’s impressive but just to conceive of such a unique idea is brilliant
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the comment. Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
Beautiful work! The Regiment should be very pleased with what you have produced for them!
Thank you very much Stephanie! I hope they will be! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
I don't understand why, but I find it so relaxing just watching these videos.....why ???? but I do. I also always love it when you a apply the wax or the shine, it's just beautiful
Same here.
Many thanks Ozzy, lots of people say that, maybe the sound, the rhythm and sight of removing small slithers of wood or just working with a natural product? I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
@@donlemme898 thanks Don ... 😃🪵👍
At first I thought, well, that is the most elaborate mug 🍺 holder I've ever seen.
Then I read the description. Wow! What an amazing honor
Thanks for the video
Milan I thought it looked like a posh flask! But the description revealed all ... Great work 👏
Many thanks Milan, I was really concerned about the tankard handle showing and just had to work with the commission instructions. Really glad you enjoyed it and understood the piece... 🪵😃👍
@@andysmith7700 thanks Andy, yes it has that resemblance 🤣😂 Glad you liked it ... 🪵😃👍
superbe réalisation, le bois est magnifique, encore bravo.
Many thanks Jean I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
GORGEOUS
I love watching the magic 🪄 happen!
Thank you very much Marisa! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
What a great story and honor. Your art is a deserving vessel honoring those soldiers.
Thank you very much Lee! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
@@HarrySmithWoodturning yes, one of many of your art pieces
@@trurex007lee7 😃🪵👍
Unique indeed! Thanks for sharing 👍
Many thanks I'm glad you liked it, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
That wood grain is exquisite. Beautifully done. Thank you for sharing.
Many thanks Sandi, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
didn't see that coming, absolutely gorgeous result 👍
WOW, and your new lathe with all the extra trimmings, better variable speed controls, faster too than the old one. A beautiful storage spot for your beer glass. I bet that you are over the moon. Wonderful grain on the cylinder and the epoxy cap topped it off, literally !!! LOL Congratulations 😉 👍 🍺
The Major was extremely pleased with the commission piece, which will be in their mess for many years to come.
The new Axminster Professional is amazing, I've never had variable speed, its fantastic. Amazing, robust and very capable, I love it.
Thanks Amber, take care ... 🪵😃👍
OMG Harry. I think my heart stopped twice when you drilled and cut the slot. Excellent work.
Hi John, it was something that I really didn't want to do... ! But needed too. Thanks for the feedback and glad you liked it... 🪵😃👍
You named it Harry. Great job!!!!
Thank you Jack! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
Unique means one of a kind. lol. I couldn’t stop myself. Awesome work. If it wasn’t so hot here. I would go be playing around today too. I’d love an A/C shop. That came out nice!
Many thanks Peter, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Hi Everyone! Sorry it has been a while since my last upload, I've had a lot going on, including taking delivery of my new Lathe, Bandsaw, and Pilar drill! More information about those to come in future videos, but if you want to check out where I got them from head to
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Purchasing anything through this link helps to support the channel, and enable me to produce more videos! Axminster have always been my preferred brand, and I'm so pleased to be working with them.
Well....what a surprise finished piece...It is so unique Harry, well done, and that the Major was thrilled with it...I would be too. One of a kind, as you say. It looks like a flask too.....just another observation on it ...a posh one at that!...Lovely and smooth sounding Lathe, and new tools . Inspires you even more.....X
Thanks Angela, I was so pleased with the finished piece, despite a great deal of worry and scary bits!!
I LOVE my new Axminster Professional ❤!!
Take care ... 😃🪵👍
What an outstandingly gorgeous piece!!! And the meeting behind it even adds more beauty!! 💕
Many thanks Patti I'm glad you liked it, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
What a great piece you came up with for the award. It will be quite a legacy for you for many years.
Thank you very much Lois! I cannot wait to hear some feedback from the officers. Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
Stunning! Absolutely exquisite! Thank you for your talent.
Thank you Vivian! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
New lathe...old genius! Great job Harry, as usual!
Thank you so much as always Umberto! 😁👍
Turned out great 👍
Thank you! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
Looks like the perfect piece for what they wanted it for. I'm happy you had the honor of being chosen to make it for them. Congratulations! 🌹🌹
Thank you very much Gaynl! I cannot wait to hear some feedback from the officers. Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
@@HarrySmithWoodturning it may be! But I have a few favorites.
What an honor. You rose to the occasion. It is beautiful.. Great Job.
Thank you Keith! I really appreciate the comment 😁👍
That is very nice! At first I thought it was maple with the grain like that, but then you said it was ash. Never saw grain like that in ash. Beautiful! Plus you know it will be treasured by the military for years to come, which makes it so much more cool!
Thanks for taking the time to read the description Joe. I was very lucky with the Ash, it was beautiful and contained everything, particularly the Olive colours... 🪵😃👍
I've been doing custom woodworking for around 30 years and I've only seen grain like that a handful of times
Many thanks David, I was totally blown away by the Ash, it contained everything. I was so pleased and lucky! 🪵😃👍
Great idea and excellent product absolutely beautiful
Thank you very much Roger! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
I looked at the finished piece and thought WTH, but then read the description and appreciate the piece that much more now that I see it’s intentions and purpose. Awesome work.
Thanks Derek, I'm glad you liked it. Most people forgot to read the description, where most questions ate answered ... 😃🪵👍
Not what I was expecting. Definitely different. I like the burl in resin. Good job.
Thanks for watching Sue! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
I enjoy seeing new unique ideas brought to life. I watch a lot of wood turning channels. Your work is always spot on. 👌
Definitely unique! Beautiful wood!
Many thanks Cecilia I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
I love your work and was relieved to see your moms Tupperware survive that casting.
English ash...have never seen it before but it looked like stained glass when you finished. Nor have I seen Mallee but it was the perfect topper!
And congratulations! What an honor to be asked to do a commemorative piece for the military!
As I watched I was saying
Way Cool! It's more than just way cool knowing it's importance! 👏 👏 👏
Many thanks Otakel, it really was an honour and I did feel the pressure! I'm glad you liked it, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
@@HarrySmithShorts many sound a bit silly but watching the resin being cut off! Looked a bit like spider webs flying off! Lol
@@otakelblanchemanor0659 it did 🕷
Awesome work!
Thank you! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
Absolutely beautiful piece. And that grain is spectacular. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you very much Eileen! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
A unique and creative project that was well executed.
Thank you Todd! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
Harry it looks fantastic, the wood looks like snake skin. Amazing 👍👍
Thank you very much Douglas! Should I make more like this? 😁👍
Brilliant! 👏👏👏👏
Thank you Frank! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
@@HarrySmithWoodturning Hi Harry. What a difficult (and tricky!) question!! 😁
Being a gardener the only time I get near wood is when I have to build a frame or do a repair! I've watched this video three times and I'm no less amazed by your skill now than I was before I watched it. My preference is for more burls, if you don't mind. I love the look after they're oiled/waxed.
Thank you for posting your videos. 👍👍👏👏🏴🏴
@@frankmurphy2776 thanks for sharing and your suggestion. More burls to follow in future projects - hope you won't be Disappointed? 😃🪵👍
Great all round wood working Harry and I couldn't help but notice you seemingly have new chucks as well as a new lathe. I'm delighted you incorporated the badge of my old regiment. I miss the jumps but I now do civilian free-falls and have one listed for tomorrow as the weather forecast is fine. I hope to get to 10,000 feet before exiting the plane. I've been buying from Axminster for more than 10 years and the reason I remain loyal to them is their reliabilty and top class after sales assistance.
Thanks Alan, I've gone for a complete new package and upgrade thanks to my friends at Axminster.
How did the jump go?
So glad you appreciated the piece and thanks for sharing your story. This will be placed in the Officers Mess for many years to come and an annual presentation piece.
Take care ... 🪵😃👍
so cool. i really love the clear resin over the burl and how it magnifies the details in the wood.
Many thanks, I'm glad you liked the finish, it took a while to get it that perfect ... 😃🪵👍
Very beautiful, thanks for sharing your work with us 🙏🏼
Many thanks Hasan I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
What a fantastic piece. I have never seen Ash so beautiful. Normally a plain wood, this has absolutely every thing!
Thanks Sol, it truly was a beautiful piece of wood, one of a kind... 🪵😃👍
@@HarrySmithShorts much the same as you Harry - one of a kind 🤣
Grains are beautiful. That's different. Have a great weekend ✌️
Thank you Cookie! Isn't the grain of the Ash amazing! Have a great weekend too! 😁👍
What idea man!!!!!! Absolutely amazing. Congrats Harry!!!! 👍🏆
Many thanks Mauricio I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
@@HarrySmithShorts All the turn was great!! The idea was the most important and, of course, the result of your job!!!😉😉👋👋
@@mauriciomalucelli4233 thanks for taking the time to provide extra feedback Mauricio. Take care ... 🪵😃👍
@@HarrySmithShorts That's OK. U2. 😁
THAT wood, I just love the grain the way it flows. It takes good quality materials to create a work of art as you did, along with experience.
Bravo Zulu Sir!
Thank you very much Robert! It is so rewarding to read such nice comments, it took a lot of work, but was so worth it 😁👍
Beautiful project! Congratulations on the commission!
Thanks Andrew, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Absolutely marvellous Harry, what a stunning piece and I'm positive it will grace the O.M. for many years. Well done, John
Thank you very much John! I cannot wait to hear some feedback from the officers. Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
Harry, that's amazing as usual!! Beautiful wood grain and I love your creativity!! Well done!! 💖💖💖
Thank you very much Rennae! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
@@HarrySmithWoodturning I do Harry, it's a beautiful piece!!
Exceptionally beautiful. Really nice grain too.
Many thanks Robert I'm glad you liked it, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
@@HarrySmithShorts I have to say the whole process. Watching the grain appear on the lower section even before finish applied, making of the top, the beauty of the burl under the resin. I couldn't pick anything out as favorite.
@@robertf6344thanks for taking the time to provide the additional feedback Robert. Take care ... 🪵😃👍
I love it. I would be very proud to have it in our Mess
Everything that is unique is totally unique.
Very true ... 😃🪵👍
Beautiful piece as usual. Congratulations on being chosen to creat such a wonderful piece to be used for a wonderful honor.
Many thanks Gail I'm glad you liked it, it really was a privilege but I felt the pressure!! What was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Beautiful work Harry, hats off to you. And look at you with all the swanky new Gucci gear - great to see you enjoying it! Is it fair to assume all Paras like beer? I think perhaps maybe...
Thanks Paully. Glad you liked it, I have heard that they may participate in a small libation after a long, hard day!
Yes my new Axminster Professional and tools, Don't I look fine ?? 😂🤣
Take care mate ... 😃🪵👍
That was amazing. Thank you for sharing with us.
Many thanks Claire I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
By the way....your signiture metal discs are great Harry...x
Thanks Angela, class act, just like me 😂🤣 ... 😃🪵👍
You should put a few medallions on that. Lol. Awesome build.
Thanks Chad, I'm so glad you like it. The piece will be awarded annually and they are putting a plaque on the side to engrave the individuals name. Is there any specific technique that you would like me to focus on in the future?🤔 .... 😃🪵👍
Absolutely beautiful!
Thank you very much Wes! 😊👍
What a gorgeous piece! The grain in the wood is so marvelous!
Thank you very much Carol! 😊👍
Great end product. Congratulations on your new lathe. It looks robust and has room for more fittings.
Many thanks Rob, I'm glad you liked it, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍I love my new Axminster Professional it's a fantastic upgrade.
That's cool young fella well done. Ernie smith from brisbane Australia
Thank you Ernie! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
Beautiful work !
Thank you Brian! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
This is one of your best pieces Harry and one that will be treasured by the 2nd Battalion Parachute Regiment for years to come I'm positive.
Superb likeness of a 9mm Hollow Point as well.
I would have been scared drilling the hole as well, one slip would have been disastrous.
Brilliant video mate.
Take care Harry.
Cheers, Huw
PS I see you went for the 508. I did look at that but went for the 406 instead mainly because of room available in my workshop.
It will serve you well for years I'm sure.
Thanks Huw, I'm glad you liked it, the pressure was well and truly on. I am very proud of the project and that it will be in their mess for many years.
The nex Axminster lathe is really great, I am loving the upgrade!
Take care ... 🪵😃👍
Woao!!!! Amazing. Good job man.
Many thanks Raul, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Комментарий в поддержку канала и ролика, а также труда мастера.
Thank you for your comment. I prefer to let the wood speak for itself and allow the tools to tell their own story as they make their changes. 🪵😃👍
Your new lathe sounds great! So quiet.
Thanks for watching Sue! It is just amazing, Axminster really make quality tools 😁👍
Amazing idea. Simplily beautifull
Thank you very much Antonio! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
@@HarrySmithWoodturning kind of but I Really like would like to follow you to see your other special jobs. Congratulations friend 👍
@@antoniocarlosfaria2381 do it Antonio, you will have 80+ videos to catch up on in my library 😃🪵👍
First video I’ve seen with the new lathe. Smooth and fast. Always interesting and relaxing your videos are.
Many thanks Don, its a great upgrade ... 🪵😃👍
WOW! I just found out what a 'tankard' is!....hahahaha...(bloody Yank) Great piece, I am sure they loved it and can a video of it being made, excellent!
Love that, great present for some lucky fella.
Thank you Stewart! 😊👍
The piece will be presented annually and the plaque (fitted later) inscribed with their name ... 😃🪵👍
Gorgeous piece. What an honor to be able to be asked, create, and present such a nice tribute to the unit! It will be cherished. I’m with you, hope they don’t cover the wood with labels of the honored men. Maybe they will want a display for the piece that the honored recipients labels can be on the display instead of the piece.
I love your labels. What kind of business makes the labels?
Many thanks JP, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn?
The coins are available online, have a Google 🪵😃👍
WoW again amazing thx 4 sharing
Thank you Manu! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😁👍
Very interesting and beautiful!
Thanks Tammy, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
You had me going on this one. I love it very unique and definitely one of a kind looks great I'm sure there will be more to come Thanks Harry for sharing us with something different 😀
Hi Tim, thanks for your comment. Did you read the back story? if you look in the description field, (drop down chevron to the right of the title) , You will find lots of detail about the piece. Its back story, finishes used, tools and additional products used, And much more. Take a look and let me know what you think ... there will certainly be much, much more to follow... 🪵😃👍
love the knew lathe!
Thanks Jed - me too!!! 😃🪵👍
That is awesome and unique. I 💘 it
when I began watching this I thought you were making an urn for your own ashes! - I love whiskey
🤣🤭 thanks Apistosig. I hope I've got a lot more decades yet!! No whisky for me. Is there any specific technique that you would like me to focus on in the future? 🤔 .... 😃🪵👍
@@HarrySmithShorts No - I just appreciate the creativity of those with vision. Me? tryin' to learn how to weld.
@@apistosig4173 whats sort of welding, might, tig, arc. I do a little arc welding but not too successfully ... 😃🪵👍
Linda peça parabéns amigo
Many thanks Odair, I'm glad you liked it, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
That's very unique. Classy. Great work. I'm hoping to make a bowl the same way you made the top. A lot of clear, magnifies the texture and grain. I think you killed it dude
Many thanks Joseph, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
I was wondering what you were making there Harry 😃 very unique! Awesome 👍
Many thanks Bronwyn I'm glad you liked it and it kept you guessing, what was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Stunning 🤩
Many thanks Valter, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Good filming length, angles and editing. Personally enjoyed unpredictable outcome and as always the polishing.
You are a skilled artist 🥂
@@Sig.Valter many thanks for taking the time to provide the additional feedback Valter, it's really appreciated. Take care ... 🪵😃👍
Airborne! Ready for anything!
Too right Graham, I was really pleased to receive this commission 😃🪵👍
WOW!!! A few of your viewers need to read the description, they MAY UNDERSTAND 😀 Reading is SO important 🤣😂
Very true Andy, thanks for your support ... 😃🪵👍
Great job Harry, that was defiantly something special. What an honor to create such an award. 👍👍👍Oh by the way, I'm liking the new lathe.
You are brilliant Harry your skills know no bounds I really love this piece it really is one of kind and unique well done what wood is it please. Well done x
Thanks Amanda, believe it or not it was just English Ash, but it had so much character. What was your favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
@@HarrySmithShorts seeing the grain and watching what I thought could of been used for firewood turned into a fantastic piece
@@amandatallis9875 thanks for taking the time to provide extra feedback Amanda. Take care ... 🪵😃👍
Beautiful piece.
Many thanks Debbie, I'm so glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
I love watching the wood grain slowly appearing while you polish the piece.
@@oakavon thanks for taking the time to provide the additional feedback Debbie. I think that is my favourite part too, its when it really pops!! Take care ... 🪵😃👍
Awesome job.
Thank you very much Jason! 😊👍
Шикарная работа, браво!
Many thanks Galina, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
Wow! This is great! I am so grateful that you didn’t add anu colour to the epoxy!
Nice. Really nice.
Thank you Lonnie! Do you think it is one of my best pieces? 😊👍
brilliant,I love it.
Many thanks Eric 😃🪵👍
Pretty awesome piece!!!
Cool, Harry!
Thank you Rick! 😊👍
This turned out incredible Harry, great job!
Many thanks David, I couldn't believe how lucky I was with the grain, colour and tones within the Ash, take care my friend ... 🪵😃👍
Que trabajo tan hermoso!!!! 💖💖💖💖
really spectacular
Awesome work 💪
Génial 👍👍👍
Many thanks Sam, I'm glad you liked it, did you have a favourite part of the turn? 🪵😃👍
I must say your piece appeared considerably larger all over- wasn’t till you placed your coffee mug within realized how small this piece was.
Penny do you mean the lead crystal beer tankard? 🤔