your channel is hands down in my top 5 favorite on youtube. every time i see you have a new video i watch it. watching you hand make things the hard way makes we want to get out in my garage and make something as well! love seeing the progress on this building!!! thanks for capturing it all on video man!!
I really enjoy your videos. You maintain high standards for fit form and function. One question I have is about the diagonal brace on the door. I see it done this way most of the time, the brace runs down from upper hinge side corner to opposite corner. This to me puts the brace in ( not sure if this is the correct term ) suspension whereas if it were run the opposite direction it would be in compression pushing against the hinge side which has the hinges transmitting the force the rigid door frame. You are very fortunate to have such a lovely partner so willing to get involved in the tasks at hand whether they are easy or difficult, clean or in the dirt. That's treasure of the highest value.
Ive seen it both ways, and both seem to work, I guess the other direction would be better in compression, I have gone on with better door designs and likely won't use this style again.
I'm surprised all of your videos don't have more views as all of them are truely fascinating to watch. Watching you work is Living history, I feel like its looking back in time. Thank you for bringing historical techiniques to the modern age.
Going through the video collection (as time allows) and i've read some of the comments. I'll assume that as with the wood working section, you're learning as you go, and applying what you've seen. Either way, you've done a great job so far and it's worthy of respect that you've broadened your horizon in this manner, and, with such great success.
Excellent work. The clinching nail work on the door is old school proven to be the best fastener for the ledge door. Smart , great job, all of your work. You are a true craftsman sir. Best wishes and keep going!
I've noticed through all your videos that you use only the very best (vintage) tools and supplies; as in the Church Windows anvil, Champion Blower & Forge hand crank drill press and the (awesome, best I've seen) post leg vice. You have my total respect (and I must say) envy.
So I have watched your timber frame workshop from the beginning, and I have to say that I am very impressed with your knowledge and skill set. From watching you raise the frame with a block and tackle to the mountain bars on the window sashes. I must admit, although I am a skilled tradesman myself, I envy your work, tools and ambition sir. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching. It appears as though you are in the mid Appalachian range somewhere, my guess is North Carolina. Keep up the great work, with the primitive tools might I add, and stay young! More videos!g.
I'm a carpenter and blacksmith myself for the last 15 years and I'm not impressed often, but I must give credit where credits due nice work and beautiful shop.
Is there anything you cant do? Im so jealous of your collection of antique tools, they were made to last in those days. And two vids in one day? Youre spoiling us. Thank you so much.
+lynda williams Many many things in fact, and what I know I'm still learning! Yes, its great to pic up a plane made around the civil war days and take whisky shavings!
+Mr. Chickadee I can not afford Ebay .. most tools are in the USA and let me tell you EBAY is ripping Canadians off. There should be no import charges or tax on used tools "Free Trade" is a myth. Ebay now does the shipping and they really ding us in Canada. They know better but they do it so they can show their share holders the ill gotten gains they get away with. I sometimes get a hold of the person selling the item and ask them to ship ... for one small chisel ... Ebay states 25 - 35 dollars .. and 12 dollars for import fees. This is illegal and they know it. However if you get a hold of the person selling it .. the cost is around 15 dollars and no import fees ..
Mr. Chickadee most of my tools are off of ebay or craigslists. My wife thinks I do not need an anvil and forge. I just said look, all the cool kids have them.
Great series of videos! You are a very lucky man to be able to live the life that you want, and even luckier to find someone to live it with you! New subscriber.
Very well done. I wish I could have found a farrier's forge! I also wish I could have found a hand-cranked drill press. Still nice to watch one's wishes come true.
It seems that I am watching a multi-duty man who is skillful in various types of work. Wondering if it is also your life work or just a past-time. Whichever is admirable.
the brace across the door should start at the lower hing and go up to the top of the latch side of the door so if it trys to sag it pushes against the hing
can you bolt down your vice + your drill press so it doesn't wobble? I think it's literally impossible to do anything accurately with stuff that wobbles like that. Also, if you use a bigger hammer and hit less often, you get less hammer marks, cleaner finish.
Excellent craftsmanship sir,.....but after all that hand made effort you have the braced the door the wrong way, the brace should transfer the weight of the door through to the hung side to stop the door from drooping ......
Bob, this my first ever door could has worked fine but could use improvement. Here are a few Ive made since which are a lot better. ruclips.net/video/KqB3G-fa3zM/видео.html ruclips.net/video/VjbMLwp6qEk/видео.html
So glad I found this channel. Can I ask where all this is being built? Roughly, of course. I don't expect you to give exact coordinates to a complete stranger.
where did you learn most of your knowledge? any books you recommend? you're a true craftsmen :)sometimes i wish your videos were a little longer and a little more detailed, but definitely not complaining :)
The powder is borax, it helps keep the joint clean during forge welding, it protects the joined area from oxidation and yes helps with the slag buildup.
Looks nice. But! There's a classic mistake. A door like that needs to have the diagonal board on the back going from the bottom-hinged corner to the opposite top corner. That way it'll brace the door and keep it from sagging over the years. I'm afraid your brace will not be as effective...
+Andreasen Jonas Interesting, Ive seen it both ways in older houses, guess we will see how it holds up. If it has issues, it will be just as fun to make another! ;)
Nice work. Keep it up. Have you been to Brass Town NC? JC Campbell Folk School? I took a class there in the 1990s and quite enjoyed it and i also learned a good bit. There was a guy in Canton NC called Steve Kayne and Son. They sold blacksmith tools and such ( a little expensive, but honest). I used to buy coal from him till I found a place in the yellow pages that sold it in down town Canton by the ton and hence I saved a ton $$. Maybe these sources might help you maybe not. Before I left the USA I was always looking for good sources. Jim
Yes it is just over the hill from me about 12 hours south is where it starts. My oldest son still lives in the former USA and he plans on coming down soon to go see it with my other children and I. It is spectacularly beautiful here especially now as it is spring here. I am looking forward to the warmer weather. BTW not any blacksmith clubs here in Chile but you see them making stuff all the time using anvils and gas forges. We do not have coal here that you can buy, some stupid government law. I miss blacksmithing. Jim
+matheus lopes gosh, let me count the ways...less noise, less dust, requires skill, gives exercise, batteries don't run down, more sustainable, challenging, peaceful, oh and of course FUN!
There's nothing you can't do if you put your mind to it. Learn, see, apply. Considering we live in the age of free information shared across the globe, it's a darn pity more people are not like him.
your channel is hands down in my top 5 favorite on youtube. every time i see you have a new video i watch it. watching you hand make things the hard way makes we want to get out in my garage and make something as well! love seeing the progress on this building!!! thanks for capturing it all on video man!!
+Nick Zajac Thank you for the comment and for watching!
Nick would love you to share your other top 4 with me
I really enjoy your videos. You maintain high standards for fit form and function. One question I have is about the diagonal brace on the door. I see it done this way most of the time, the brace runs down from upper hinge side corner to opposite corner. This to me puts the brace in ( not sure if this is the correct term ) suspension whereas if it were run the opposite direction it would be in compression pushing against the hinge side which has the hinges transmitting the force the rigid door frame.
You are very fortunate to have such a lovely partner so willing to get involved in the tasks at hand whether they are easy or difficult, clean or in the dirt. That's treasure of the highest value.
Ive seen it both ways, and both seem to work, I guess the other direction would be better in compression, I have gone on with better door designs and likely won't use this style again.
I'm surprised all of your videos don't have more views as all of them are truely fascinating to watch. Watching you work is Living history, I feel like its looking back in time. Thank you for bringing historical techiniques to the modern age.
+epicdeuce Thank you for the kind words!
Going through the video collection (as time allows) and i've read some of the comments. I'll assume that as with the wood working section, you're learning as you go, and applying what you've seen. Either way, you've done a great job so far and it's worthy of respect that you've broadened your horizon in this manner, and, with such great success.
That Antique Drill Press Is Sweet. You don't see them everyday that's for sure.
Excellent work. The clinching nail work on the door is old school proven to be the best fastener for the ledge door. Smart , great job, all of your work. You are a true craftsman sir. Best wishes and keep going!
+John W. Peterson Thank you for the kind words.
I've noticed through all your videos that you use only the very best (vintage) tools and supplies; as in the Church Windows anvil, Champion Blower & Forge hand crank drill press and the (awesome, best I've seen) post leg vice. You have my total respect (and I must say) envy.
There is no end to mr Chickadee's talents. This is impressive.
So I have watched your timber frame workshop from the beginning, and I have to say that I am very impressed with your knowledge and skill set. From watching you raise the frame with a block and tackle to the mountain bars on the window sashes. I must admit, although I am a skilled tradesman myself, I envy your work, tools and ambition sir. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching. It appears as though you are in the mid Appalachian range somewhere, my guess is North Carolina. Keep up the great work, with the primitive tools might I add, and stay young! More videos!g.
+john wheeler Thank you for the nice comment. Yes we are in Eastern KY. Ill keep at it as long as I'm able!
I'm a carpenter and blacksmith myself for the last 15 years and I'm not impressed often, but I must give credit where credits due nice work and beautiful shop.
+Dave Foote Thank you sir, Im honored by your approval!
Is there anything you cant do?
Im so jealous of your collection of antique tools, they were made to last in those days.
And two vids in one day? Youre spoiling us. Thank you so much.
+lynda williams I was thinking of posting about his collection of tools.
+Tom Angle All thanks to Ebay!
+lynda williams Many many things in fact, and what I know I'm still learning! Yes, its great to pic up a plane made around the civil war days and take whisky shavings!
+Mr. Chickadee I can not afford Ebay .. most tools are in the USA and let me tell you EBAY is ripping Canadians off. There should be no import charges or tax on used tools "Free Trade" is a myth. Ebay now does the shipping and they really ding us in Canada. They know better but they do it so they can show their share holders the ill gotten gains they get away with. I sometimes get a hold of the person selling the item and ask them to ship ... for one small chisel ... Ebay states 25 - 35 dollars .. and 12 dollars for import fees. This is illegal and they know it. However if you get a hold of the person selling it .. the cost is around 15 dollars and no import fees ..
Mr. Chickadee most of my tools are off of ebay or craigslists. My wife thinks I do not need an anvil and forge. I just said look, all the cool kids have them.
This has officially become my favorite channel.
+Michael Mccauslin Thanks!
Great series of videos! You are a very lucky man to be able to live the life that you want, and even luckier to find someone to live it with you! New subscriber.
+texanthom We count ourselves fortunate for sure!
Sir, it is a pleasure watching your talents! Your videos go well with morning (or any time) coffee!
+Woods Bound Thank you so much!
Amazing craftsmanship once again chickadee! These videos really make me realise how much we take for granted...☺
+Josh Scrivener Glad you enjoyed!
beautiful! Well done! really needed to see this for my medieval project
What can this guy NOT do? Amazing watching all of your videos.
Love your metalwork! Goes great with the wood :)
- Brian + Erin
as a locksmith I'm very interested in seeing more of the lock on the door and the mechanism.
I was thinking the same !!!
My wife and I love everything you do,we also like the silent film style and your pet's
A legend in the making...
+Hellough I only hope to one day approach what was "common" in skill 100+ years ago...
+Mr. Chickadee In today's society, that could easily make you a legend. Keep up the awesome work.
Wow great Craftsmanship! Be proud of what you are building! Thanks for sharing!
Masterful work, Mr. C. This door really turned out nicely!
You seem to be multi talented and your work is pretty impressive
we always fitted the diagonal braces on the door the other way
thanks for the video
Thanks, I believe you are correct, so far it has held up fine, Ill make another if I need to.
I've just watched all of them...Bloody impressive mate!
I think it's awesome you make everything yourself! Thank you.
Very well done. I wish I could have found a farrier's forge! I also wish I could have found a hand-cranked drill press. Still nice to watch one's wishes come true.
loving the drill press etc.
It seems that I am watching a multi-duty man who is skillful in various types of work. Wondering if it is also your life work or just a past-time. Whichever is admirable.
It is a lifestyle, to make everything on a homestead, a man must learn many skills.
the brace across the door should start at the lower hing and go up to the top of the latch side of the door so if it trys to sag it pushes against the hing
You are right, Ill brace the other way if I make one of these again, so far it works well.
Hopefully two is enough. Very nicely done
+Salmon Hunter I guess you mean two hinges? Seems to be fine.
i really love your work and the great videos ! thank you for sharing your skills !
+ch1ntz thanks we are glad you enjoyed them!
I thought i knew about anvils but I've never seen one like that! I can see how it would be useful every now and then though with that extra 45*
Its called a "church windows" anvil, very useful for many things.
Looks like 22.5 degrees.Could be wrong.
Wow! Beautiful door.
can you bolt down your vice + your drill press so it doesn't wobble? I think it's literally impossible to do anything accurately with stuff that wobbles like that. Also, if you use a bigger hammer and hit less often, you get less hammer marks, cleaner finish.
Hey only a mom would ask this but how did you do all that forging without burning yourself? I am totally blown away by what you can do, son!
+Mary Alice Stevens Thanks mom, guess I just never touch the iron till after its quenched, the sparks do burn some though haha
Interesting anvil, never seen one with a slope like that!
Fantastic drill
cool. i use to live in ft knox when i was little.
Excellent craftsmanship sir,.....but after all that hand made effort you have the braced the door the wrong way, the brace should transfer the weight of the door through to the hung side to stop the door from drooping ......
+Stu Bassie You're probably right, it makes sense, well if it stops working Ill just build another one and brace it the other way….so far so good!
good eye stu, chick is damn good but still young, bet he doesn't make that mistake again
Bob, this my first ever door could has worked fine but could use improvement. Here are a few Ive made since which are a lot better.
ruclips.net/video/KqB3G-fa3zM/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/VjbMLwp6qEk/видео.html
Love your work but please dont work with steel cutter still in anvil - saw a person slice knuckles open not pretty
So glad I found this channel. Can I ask where all this is being built? Roughly, of course. I don't expect you to give exact coordinates to a complete stranger.
We are in eastern KY
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It's beautiful. Can't wait for more videos.
Did you make that lock on the door or was it something you purchased?
Do you use weather striping or implement some other wind water barrier for the exterior doors?
where did you learn most of your knowledge? any books you recommend? you're a true craftsmen :)sometimes i wish your videos were a little longer and a little more detailed, but definitely not complaining :)
+tony bologna Most all came from Roy Underhill's books and TV show "The Woodwrights shop"
Tell me, what is the name of your mechanism for inflating the fire and where can I get it?
How did you find that church window anvil! I've only seen them in museums
Where did you get all your knowledge from at such a young age? Very impressive
mostly books, all this has been written down at some point, try roy under hill, Jack sabon, and "practical blacksmithing" for a few
Why did you add that powder to the iron for slag ? Or was it something else? And what was it?
The powder is borax, it helps keep the joint clean during forge welding, it protects the joined area from oxidation and yes helps with the slag buildup.
im new to your videos but i like what i see. where are you from?
+Dylan U Thanks, we are in KY.
wow what a great looking anvel
Vc é ferreiro também ???
you are blacksmith too?
Im learning! ;)
Bom aluno kkkkk
good student
Anybody wanna arm wrestle Mr Chickadee? I sure as heck don’t. I probably couldn’t win arm wrestling Mrs. C.
Looks nice.
But! There's a classic mistake. A door like that needs to have the diagonal board on the back going from the bottom-hinged corner to the opposite top corner. That way it'll brace the door and keep it from sagging over the years. I'm afraid your brace will not be as effective...
+Andreasen Jonas Interesting, Ive seen it both ways in older houses, guess we will see how it holds up. If it has issues, it will be just as fun to make another! ;)
That is some impressive do it your damned self. Very nice.
+Gareth Dirlam (Level Timber Co.) Thanks!
Thank you.
Did you forge the key, too? What the flux does that white stuff do?
No, this lock was an ebay find, might have been an old jail cell lock?
the "white stuff" is just plain old Borax, it's used to help clean the impurities off for forge welding so the 2 parts get a good clean weld :)
Yay, this was my question on the white stuff, thanks
Nice work. Keep it up.
Have you been to Brass Town NC? JC Campbell Folk School?
I took a class there in the 1990s and quite enjoyed it and i also learned a good bit.
There was a guy in Canton NC called Steve Kayne and Son. They sold blacksmith tools and such ( a little expensive, but honest). I used to buy coal from him till I found a place in the yellow pages that sold it in down town Canton by the ton and hence I saved a ton $$.
Maybe these sources might help you maybe not.
Before I left the USA I was always looking for good sources. Jim
Ive not been there, but sounds nice, how are you liking Chile? I always wanted to hike the Cochamo valley...
Yes it is just over the hill from me about 12 hours south is where it starts. My oldest son still lives in the former USA and he plans on coming down soon to go see it with my other children and I.
It is spectacularly beautiful here especially now as it is spring here. I am looking forward to the warmer weather.
BTW not any blacksmith clubs here in Chile but you see them making stuff all the time using anvils and gas forges. We do not have coal here that you can buy, some stupid government law.
I miss blacksmithing.
Jim
Mr. Chickadee nice job, you know I'm a fan..but next time you make some hinges throw on some bacon and sausages.
what type metal are you using
wrought iron
What do you use for flux?
borax
NICE
And no electricity used. nice.
;)
continu that and thank you
Home depot sells strap hinges
Really?! You mean I can just BUY things?!
Nice
+Bluekayak100 thanks
Is there anything you cant do?
+livin Narrate.
why you only use handtools?
+matheus lopes gosh, let me count the ways...less noise, less dust, requires skill, gives exercise, batteries don't run down, more sustainable, challenging, peaceful, oh and of course FUN!
Nice, i enjoy the peace on the time to make things.
Wow! Is there anything this guy cannot do?
There's nothing you can't do if you put your mind to it. Learn, see, apply. Considering we live in the age of free information shared across the globe, it's a darn pity more people are not like him.
Very true
Nice!
Why even go to Lowe or Home Depot for parts? Save $$$
Badass
+shane stamball Thanks!
EXCELLENT, AWESOME!
....13
Is there anything this guy can't do..? I think not.
lovely! Except for the screws...
+Trommet16 What would you have used?
+Mr. Chickadee hand forged nails or slotted screws. They look more "old-school" like.
+Trommet16 we might try that next time
you are my dream
156k, duh, this is the real deal! Wish I could drop 1k likes!
Cue the RUclips proper blacksmith brigade…
im french
You need more coal in your forge my friend.