11 Wood Turning Tips I Didn't Learn Watching YouTube

[@mattedwards4533]

I have had a lathe and have turn about as much as one man can in 60 years. I knew when I started to watch your video that I would have several things you missed and know all the things you showed. I was wrong! Some of your suggestion have never crossed my mind? Good video and anyone whether they are starting up or have been into turning many years should watch it.

[@anthonycima7]

Wow thank you so much for your kind words!

[@philipselman2564]

Hey there wood turning friend , everything you talked about was spot on I am 73 yrs old bin turning a long time , sure liked what you said , good life to you sir

[@philipguarino524]

Well done, to the point, informative, and a pleasant presentation. Thank you, Phil

[@raytreherne26]

Straight forward common sense, great video for the newbies

[@bullfrogpondshop3179]

I'll second that about the dust mask being useless. I bought a Trend Airshield Pro, and I love it. First time using it, I was literally covered in wood chips but not a single whiff of sawdust. Worth every penny!

[@anthonycima7]

So true. They are so comfertable too. Makes turning more enjoyable.

[@josephchlewicki8005]

Sir, Your video was Spot On…it’s the folks Like You - that help Compliment all these Tutorials! Thankyou - Sincerely for taking the time to film this. And Yep - I learned a few more tips - because of You !

[@anthonycima7]

Thanks! That made my night!

[@trynforpar]

I learned more in this video then all the hundreds of turning videos I have watched. Well done! Keep em coming

[@SouthDakotaBowHunter78]

Everything you said is spot on especially with small bowls I make small jewelry boxes and very little room for error

[@anthonycima7]

So true. I wish I realized this earlier.

[@mikew2468]

Great tips thanks. I'm in UK and same here....local clubs full of seasoned turners, pattern makers and tool makers with decades of experience. Use it, learn from it and they love passing on their wisdom. Some will provide lessons at very sensible prices and you'll learn so fast with 121 high level tuition. One tip I was given was only to buy tools made in Sheffield England (like your roughing gouge) or some (and I'm not sure which) from USA...avoid anything from the far east. I'm sure Japanese tools will be some of the best but clearly a number of cheap Chinese etc not worth the time. I also eventually bought a forced air helmet thing and it is great. Ear defenders are vital as well esp with extraction going. In UK we advocate never wearing gloves or sleeves below the elbow unless really elasticated onto the wrist....KZbin is full of people wearing gloves and sleeved shirts. Think what a chuck and piece of wood spinning at 1200rpm will do to your hand when it grabs your glove or sleeve and drags them in.....not good.

[@anthonycima7]

Anytime I see someone wearing something sketchy I tell them to look up a picture of “degloving”

[@jamespence48]

Go to the Dale Nish school of wood turning in Provo, UT. It is a great place to learn.

[@EugeneMcGuigan-yx2ml]

Thank you. I like your style.

[@AndrewMoizer]

This is a great list. Glad the ‘algorithm’ suggested it to me.

[@pathardage1880]

Well, damn. That helps a ton. Thank you.

[@peltona]

Love the no BS high paced, info with a little humor tossed in. I started like you did and now need to look at my chuck jaws. Always more to learn. Subscribed and good on you for starting this channel. I've got the same Revo 1216 you have and also use the RS roughing gouge as my "go to". Nice website too. Hope things work out well for you.

[@anthonycima7]

Thanks Andrew! Sounds like your garage and my garage are twins.

[@davecook4261]

Thank you, great advice

[@kevingeaney7741]

I've been turning a dozen years and I agree with everything you say. The 3M air shield might be a little expensive but it saved me about €10,000 in facial reconstruction. 😮

[@mattletter6258]

All of KZbin should follow this guy’s style. Too many other videos have maybe one nugget buried in 14 minutes of worthless filler. This guy is all substance.

[@garychaiken808]

Great job. Thank you 😊

[@Believe_the_Bible]

Good job, well put.

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@jolox.]

Thanks for the informational video! I'm a little new to this, but this is very helpful! The comments section is also full of good tips!

[@daviddavies7183]

Thank you for your plane honesty Brother✊🏽‼️

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@TController]

Excellent mixture of valuable information & knowledge. I’m a new subscriber, thank you!

[@JosephTroncale]

The wax is not working on your hair as well as your lathe 😂. Great video. I appreciated all your tips. Very helpful…

[@jimputnam7539]

Thanks for putting this out there for those of us trying to find our way in this journey!!

[@anthonycima7]

Your welcome!

[@bikersoncall]

00:36 ''Chucks are numbered'' lol, I just discovered that fact a few days ago, having re-assembled mine. It didn't open and close well, then I remembered there were numbers, and had not previously considered what significance they might have... then ; 💡💡 😄

[@christopherh7125]

All excellent tips. I too had to learn these on my own. I also bought my 3M PAPR system on Ebay for a bargain. I don't use the battery & blower. I use a HVLP blower and tubing connected to the helmet tubing since I stay in the same area while turning and get much better flow. I would suggest using a piece of paraffin wax rubbed on the bed ways and other sliding surfaces. But I use bees wax on the headstock spindle threads. I only use paste wax when doing a major cleaning because the paraffin is so quick, and I have lots of surfaces I can hit in seconds with a piece of paraffin wax. I joined a turning club several years after I started, but cannot overstate how important it is to join a club.

[@anthonycima7]

I’ve heard beeswax can get sticky and gummy. Have you had any problems with it?

[@christopherh7125]

@@anthonycima7 Yes, bees wax is a very sticky wax. But being tenacious, it rarely needs to be applied. Parafin and paste waxes need to be reapplied regularly. Bees wax is a terrible choice for smooth sliding surfaces, but it is perfect for preventing chucks from jamming on the spindle threads. I may have found that tip in a 30-year-old Woodturning Magazine (printed in the UK).

[@paulhedman7387]

All of your tips are right on the money and presented in a very concise manor. Thanks. I've been at this for around forty years now and am one of the old guys. In my case and most others, finding a club is very high on the list. Meeting and talking with other turners will open up the joy of turning to anyone. As a group there are very few jerks in the turning community and most people are happy to share tips and insight. If there isn't a club in your area the American Association of Woodturners is the best organization to join with online content and a journal that comes out several times a year chock full of great info and how too stuff. It's a good idea for those in clubs to join this also.

[@anthonycima7]

You’re absolutely right. Turners love talking turning. I’ve never felt more welcomed.

[@armus550b]

These tips are very true. I would recommend someone start out with spindle turning instead of a bowl. Best thing I ever did was find the local Club. Everything you said about them is true. I'm the youngest guy there but it's been a wealth of information. Another fun fact people need to know is on most chucks if you remove the wood you cannot put it back in the chuck and have it be perfectly true. It works on Vicmarc which are amazing Chuck's but Nova Chucks will not fit exactly right if you take it out even one time.

[@WillMoody-crmstorm]

Great tips and inpspired me to start looking for a lathe. Loved it, and liked it. Thank you

[@slomkaadas9603]

That was excellent stuff and tips. Thank you so much Sir! Cheers from Poland 🍻 ❤

[@nickstoic2944]

Thank you for sharing, good on you.

[@k80bhappypaddler]

Thank you!

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@robertboycewoodturningn.c.7838]

Great tips. Especially the mask. I've got one it works great. Happy turning 👍

[@anthonycima7]

They really are the best. You forget it’s even on pretty quickly.

[@lenshandcraftedwoodsigns6033]

Thanks for the tips

[@anthonycima7]

You’re welcome!

[@ScottMuellerWoodworks]

Definitely earned my sub. Fantastic video.

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you! Just check out your segmented video on your Laguna. So crazy!

[@Perspari]

Great video, subbed

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you so much

[@kenvasko2285]

Nicely done. There are many more I never heard. Finishes can be put on top of each other; thinned shellac makes a great base coat. Food safe means different things to people. There is nothing wrong with scraping; it has been used successfully for many, many years. Standing trees have never read the rules on safety; even easy ones can present dangers when felling. Bandsaws are very dusty buggers. Clean the floor around your lathe frequently for safety reasons and to help find the chip or piece of bark you want to glue back into the piece. Woodturning is expensive and worth every penny of it. Thanks, great video. It made me think and laugh.

[@anthonycima7]

All great points!

[@kenvasko2285]

Remove faceplates, live centers, drive centers, chucks from lathe at the end of the night, especially if you are not coming back soon. Rust forms quickly. Yes, loosen tailstock and banjo, too.

[@robohippy]

Actually, there is one chuck with no numbers on it, the Easy Chuck. Interesting chuck, but none of the jaws are the same as my Vicmark chucks. I did wear out 2 of the David Ellsworth signature swept back gouges, and don't use them at all any more. While they are a tool that will do a lot of things very well, the specialty tools, the 40/40 and a BOB (bottom of bowl) gouge work better. #1 safety rule for me is to stand out of the line of fire.

[@anthonycima7]

Huge fan Robo! Thanks for commenting. Since this video I have been training on the BOB. Amazing tool but tricky to learn.

[@robohippy]

I probably have 10 different BOB tools. Funny thing, is that some times one won't work but another one will......

[@anthonycima7]

So your saying I need more! Great news to me.

[@blackcoalwoodworking]

Great job man!

[@williamkilburn898]

thanks for the tips

[@anthonycima7]

Thanks for watching

[@damienbrand9422]

Thank you!!

[@anthonycima7]

Your welcome

[@ernestvasquez320]

10-4 potner . U got my sub and a thumbs up 👌

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@judiehammond]

Awsome job!

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@billm4560]

Thanks for the info! Got me to subscribe! I haven’t been turning very long and you brought out some good points! 👍🏻 Thank you for sharing!

[@anthonycima7]

Thanks for the sub! Ever have questions feel free to reach out. Always down to help a fellow turner. [e-mail]

[@billm4560]

@@anthonycima7 Thanks Anthony!

[@bluesix2843]

Yep, really good points well made and nicely presented…Not sure how people haven’t figured it out for themselves though🤷‍♂️ Organic common sense after week one. I’m a month in knee deep in Xmas trees, Acorns, Chess pieces, bowls and wands 😂 anyone thinking about it -Trend air shield pro is a must👌

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@mrbrown6421]

I did initially attend wood turning meetings, but the old retired guys had expensive stuff that I would never be able to buy, and their work was so advanced. Also got tired of everybody telling me what to do, so I quit going. Learned everything with common sense and safety. No internet. Started around 2000 and it was intense for many years, but now the lathe sits idle and I have many boxes with some awesome experimental pieces that I never saw at the old guy meetings. And lots of wood in my shop some new turner needs to get before it meets the wood burning stove. And then there was the old guy who constantly nagged us about the toxicity of every wood on planet Earth. Got it, Pops. My lathe had a massive vacuum line over it to keep my lungs happy. Thanks for your info, sir. -- North Central Florida

[@ShlisaShell]

Thanks!

[@anthonycima7]

No problem!

[@tonyjones5788]

Very helpful thanks

[@anthonycima7]

You’re welcome

[@oldguy7402]

Liked and subbed. Thanks!

[@adgieem1]

Great info. Ty

[@wakelywanderer12]

Lots of good stuff here. I’ve been turning for a long time and just got a peke safety respirator. One of my best purchases ever. It’s $500 and change but what are healthy lungs worth?

[@anthonycima7]

Healthy lungs are worth it all! I heard peke makes really good equipment.

[@kennancy8947]

I have the Sorby spindle roughing gouge you showed and a cheap metal gouge from from Harbor Freight I turn a lot of rolling pins from hard maple that take me about 30 min. The cheap non high speed steel will always do it at least 5 min. faster. they both have the same 40 degree bevel. The flute is a little more mellow on the cheap one.

[@anthonycima7]

Interesting

[@0602Jonboy]

excellent ! concise, informative and a thoughtful well presented video. Not too sure about your favourite platter though, sorry 😉😂

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@tatdexter2334]

All solid points. I wish Covid hadn't doubled the price of PAPRs though.

[@anthonycima7]

So true. I hunted for awhile on eBay and got mine for 500 bucks. I’m lucky and have a friend who certifies them and checked it out for me.

[@p24t]

I actually have been using my 3M 6800 mask while turning. Not as good as a forced air, but cheaper (and I already had it) and I can blow all the air at me that I want to keep cool. Nothing is getting in my eyes, which I had with just a regular face shield and a fan. It's not too annoying to wear, but understanding me when I talk is a challenge.

[@keithomilak3693]

Face guard is good for dispersing the energy, but a high velocity object can still get through it. Best to wear guard and glasses. We only get one set of peepers 😉

[@anthonycima7]

Beyond the Press’ KZbin channel has a great video showing what high speed impacts on safety gear looks like.

[@budrupe1877]

I understand that it is most important to protect our lungs. A well ventilated work area is most important. If we use a forced fan/squirrel cage blower from the rear and sides along with a vacuum system to remove the majority of wood chipsm dust and plastic residue from reaching our face, would that not remove most of the breathing safety hazards?

[@anthonycima7]

I can’t give you a definite answer. What I can say is I have a squirrel cage that can move the total volume of air in my spray booth three times a minute. It’s a beast and the spray booth is small. Even so I need to wear a mask otherwise I get all fuzzy from the vapors. The statement above says nothing about dust and everything about fumes so take it as you will.

[@thomasbluntzer3428]

good tips. Good presentation. Thank you.

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@johnbauby6612]

How do you like the powermatic? It is upgrade time for me.

[@anthonycima7]

Absolutely love it. I have the 2020. Hindsight I should have gotten the 3520

[@cartier13]

40/40 grind for life boi

[@anthonycima7]

I love it

[@DennisDolan-fl3mw]

What about the gouges? What brand? Where did you get them? Any specifics?

[@anthonycima7]

I love Carter and son’s gouges. I get them from Carter and sons directly. I use half in and three qtr in gouges. I have the 40/40 and swept back grind on my bowl gouges. The last bowl gouge I use is the bottom feeder gouge that I use for super fine finish cut on the outside of bowls and for the interior.

[@benjaminbrewer2154]

How well does a cheap Chinese metal lathe work for wood turning?

[@anthonycima7]

Any port in a storm my friend. They don’t make the prettiest work but they can get a job done.

[@ClintsHobbiesDIY]

You got my sub. Thanks for the tips.

[@anthonycima7]

Thanks for watching!

[@Surveyor2014]

Hi, what camera do you use please, ?

[@anthonycima7]

a.co/d/aqrAo73 Sony zv 1

[@slownsteady100]

You earned my sub. Good info, and I like your style. Thank you.

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@patcallaway9804]

You can't overstate the value of joining a local club, or guild.

[@anthonycima7]

I made huge leaps in my skills after joining.

[@thomassellers7613]

Well done... I would add: learn to sharpen those tools...if it’s almost sharp, it’ll almost cut!

[@anthonycima7]

So true! I really like that saying I’m totally using that from now on!

[@terrytenley9327]

Another tip for most is to buy m42 tool steel for your gouges.. I started 55 years ago using high Speed steel and they get dull pretty fast. about 12-15 years ago m2 steel was used to make gouges.. This steel stay sharp longer than high speed steel.. Finally about 7 years ago Carter and son came up with m42 gouges.. These gouges start sharp way longer than m2.. My point here is don’t waste your money.. Most gouges coast the same with about 10-15% variance.. M42 is amazing and sharpening time is about the same using Wolverine sharpening system.. Don’t use crummy steel..and have fun..☺️👍

[@anthonycima7]

You’re right. I’m running almost exclusively Carter and sons now.

[@HeckingtonArts]

Some good points that you have deduced from beginning your turning experience, but like everything I take it you drive a car (or maybe not) but if you can I would imagine you had a lesson or two to pass the test. One of your tips could have been, maybe get a lesson from a professional turner or a competent amateur ( although there is no test to you need before being allowed to turn) and I know you said about the turning club but that should have been the first tip. Lessons from competent people is the way to learn, and money, because the lathe is the easy bit albeit pricey. All the rest of the stuff you need could be far more expensive for your hobby. ie: Take up scuba diving, flying, golf, shooting and on and on there is a cost. Thanks for the video was an interesting watch

[@anthonycima7]

Thanks for watching!

[@chucknowakowski6676]

Not all Chuck’s jaws are numbered

[@MichaelBrown-t3c]

Nova Technatool has released clarification that only the threaded profile chucks need to be matched to the index. As long as the jaws are in order, it does not matter which jaw is aligned with the chuck index. They have doubled down on this by removing the index numbers from the exterior visible space of the jaws (inside is still indexed as the scroll plate teeth need to be aligned). Renaissance wax just might be the most expensive solution to preventing rust on the ways. Even though it's not cheap, Boeshield is cheaper than Renaissance wax, and does an incredible job at protecting bare steel on the ways and under side of the banjo.

[@anthonycima7]

Never tried Boeshield before. I’ll check it out.

[@StanWatt.]

"Cheap" - I like the cut of your jib, sir! None of this 'inexpensive' bull manure...🤣

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@Mortalis2]

While I agree with what you are practicing I would like to say something in reference to the chuck and jaws. Your mention of the numbered jaws and jaw slides being a good practice is not necessary for the great majority of wood chucks that have jaws that interchange with screws onto the jaw slides. The jaw slides are numbered as they need to be inserted to the scroll in sequential order, to maintain their equidistance to the center. The jaws are aligned with a curved groove that matches the curved tenon on the jaw slide. The curved tenon is created on the jaw slide when the jaw slides are tightened against a solid bar at their inner tips. As long as the jaw slides are inserted sequentially correct into the scroll, the curved tenon will be equidistant to center on all jaws. Where this is critical to match the numbers is on a "machine lathe" four jaw chuck as the jaws and the jaw slides are usually one piece. As such they require to be inserted into the scroll in the proper sequence as labeled on the chuck face and jaws for proper orientation to center. Of course there are exemptions to this as far as any specialized tooling is concerned but for the most part, a wood turner using off the shelf chucks and jaws that go with that particular chuck this is true.

[@anthonycima7]

Great point

[@moonwoodworks4607]

Thanks for the tips, I agree, a lot of those I have not seen either. I am hitting subscribe to see some of your work also. I should have a new video out soon, so if you have time, I would appreciate your comments on my videos. Keep on turning.

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you! Looking forward to see you throw some new stuff on that new Revo!

[@Planet_Brent]

Great tips. I might point out that the MicroClimate Air, originally designed as a covid mask, now has an impact resistant face shield and retails for around $300.

[@anthonycima7]

Oh wow I need to look into that.

[@roberthousedorfii1743]

Who and how few vids did you watch that you didn't run across all this stuff? This is all like turning 101. ESPECIALLY the paste wax thing.

[@stirlingandmax6922]

First buy quality HSS tools. If you don't have quality tools turning is not fun. Second when you decide you want to keep turning invest in a tool sharpening system. I have a ONEWAY WOLVERINE system and I recommend it. Turning for me is the most fun I have in the shop.

[@anthonycima7]

Great points and all true!

[@lesdawson3847]

Renaissance wax???

[@anthonycima7]

Yes. Its my personal favorite. amzn.to/3yI3AX7

[@clarencegreen3071]

Johnson's Paste Wax is a cheaper alternative and works just fine.

[@ronreynolds8207]

one thing nobody warns you about regarding the Versaflow masks is DON'T FART WHILE WEARING ONE. you have no idea how bad it smells until you've gassed yourself in a small confined area around your head. either remove the mask and let it air out or turning it off and run around the shop a bit until the air can clear. not kidding. ;-)

[@ljprep6250]

I use Johnson Wax. Hey, if it's good enough for them...

[@jimhyslop]

You mentioned dust masks and fumes in the same breath. It's important to note that a dust mask does not protect against fumes. You need to make sure that you're using the correct type of filter for the job at hand.

[@anthonycima7]

Very true

[@sincerelyyours7538]

Awesome tips, but the thing that stops me from turning is the sharpening. Haven't found a system that works without costing as much as my lathe. Once I crack that nut I can begin turning.

[@anthonycima7]

It’s true the sharpening systems aren’t cheap. There are some that use your lathe as the sharpener that are more affordable. amzn.to/3ab8Bhm

[@ernestvasquez320]

U can use a good file and a diamond card - that’s what I use while turning instead of going to the grinder each time I need to sharpen 😉

[@anthonycima7]

@@ernestvasquez320 a good diamond card is a turners closest friend.

[@hari-dp6bn]

Learning woodturning goes hand in hand with learning sharpening. Can't separate it.

[@lyndalanthony635]

As a machinist, the numbers on the jaws aren't as critical as you might think. The jaws are machined as one piece and then cut into quarters. The numbers are more important to OCD people. Another point is that the bowls "squarish" like a dog bowl and are much harder to turn/sand. Go for one continuous curve.

[@anthonycima7]

Great points thank you

[@timmorrill9152]

All good tips! However, I'll push back a little on face mask vs. safety glasses. It's important to wear *both* -- a face shield alone is not sufficient to protect your eyes.

[@anthonycima7]

Fair point! Thanks for watching.

[@harryhagelund7674]

Exactly!

[@TheRealMagisD]

Gouges keep value ??? That must be area specific. I've been building my hand tool collection for a few years and lathes/gouges are adjacent and don't/won't move. Must be the continental U.S. where the market is larger ...

[@owljones7749]

This video talked me out of trying this. Lol. Oh well.

[@anthonycima7]

You’re right, I Blew it!

[@justinfletcher7630]

Guys I bought the lathe first I know money càn be a problem while pointing at a 5thousand dollar lathe

[@anthonycima7]

Good point. I should have been more clear. The first lathe I got was 100 then sold my work to buy the big boy. Hope you have a great day!

[@justinfletcher7630]

@@anthonycima7 it was joke I don't suspect videos like that are super scripted. I had to build my first one from a 300 dollar used delta and piece by piece adding motor, headstock lift, ext. Etc. I get it it's not like you have several beginner lathes around.. was just messing around cuz I remember watching and idolizing tools.. still do

[@johnbauby6612]

You overlooked SHARPENING. A good sharpening system like a Tormek is essential.

[@anthonycima7]

No I didn’t overlook it. KZbin has plenty to offer with sharpening. My video concentrated on things I didn’t learn from KZbin.

[@johnbauby6612]

@@anthonycima7Whatever. My mistake for watching the video in the first place.

[@Solid_Jackson]

Have you ever turned your own head? Is that where your hair went?

[@JohnWilliams-iw6oq]

Even without a beard the face masks don't work, I end up blowing dust out of my nose and feel it in my lungs. Mask and face shield work better but still not perfect. Forced air is the way to go if you can afford it.

[@SirBenJamin_]

Some of these comments are worrying... wearing a mask is not a great tip! ... its like saying wearing a seat belt is a great tip.

[@anthonycima7]

Well I mean…seatbelts are pretty sweet

[@robertsmartt4776]

tytyty

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@ashleyhoward8926]

Pay a professional for some proper lessons instead of perpetuating youtube nonsense. You will be safer, better informed make better progress. No one ever regrets buying quality, good luck & enjoy your hobby safely.

[@anthonycima7]

I host classes too! Come book a session.

[@mick1gallagher]

Mostly bullshit why buy two lathes when starting off

[@anthonycima7]

Sorry Michael but I think you may of misheard. I didn’t purchase two lathes before starting off. I had bought two lathes by the time I took my first class.

[@richardwilson1702]

quick rubbing paste wax in your hair, it ain't working!

[@anthonycima7]

But it makes my scalp so shiny!

[@richardwilson1702]

@@anthonycima7 LOL

[@IWANNAMAKESTUFF]

Awesome Video and exactly what i have found. Thanks for sharing and look forward to your future videos. Liked and Subbed Aston @IWMS

[@anthonycima7]

Thank you!

[@BenNawrath]

If you know anyone on Long Island, we have a fantastic club!