Belt Sander Platen, New Antiques and Checking Radioactivity with a CDV-700 Geiger Counter

[@MrPhil1969]

Thanks for the shout out John. As far as some of the guys mentioning putting aluminum or metal on the surface, I thought about that for a hot second and was concerned that it might absorb heat from the friction and the work piece so decided against it. Wood has such poor thermal qualities I left it as is. I've been using mine for well over a year and it shows no sign of wear.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Phil- Thanks again from all of us!! =D

[@tonylenge424]

Thanks this will be very useful

[@johnrazor8720]

ScoutCrafter I certainly know what you mean about time flying. I worked as a health physicist (radiological engineer) in my younger days. It seemed like only yesterday I bought this can filled with uranium powder. After watching your video, I went looking for it, found it, and opened it up. It was half gone. Turns out that I had bought it 4.5 billion years ago. Time sure flies. (smile)

[@ScoutCrafter]

John Razor LOL! Time really flys!

[@wrwest7705]

That is a great idea, to use wood 2x4 as a platen, another project to work on and test myself. Thanks John and Mr. Phil.

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Bloody hell Scout, is there anything you don’t have. I just love that platten idea, so simple yet so smart. It’s a beautiful spring day here in Canberra, Australia. Clear and cool and 18 deg. Everything is coming into bloom and even my bonsais have burst out of hibernation. I don’t know where you get your enthusiasm and ideas for you videos Scout or the time to make them all but there are a lot of people that get a lot of joy from them. You’re a good man Scout Crafter. Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Stuart! I find it fascinating that you are in Spring now while we are in our Fall season... =D I do like this time of year as I love being in the shop without the guilt of neglecting my outside duties! LOL Thanks!!!!!

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

ScoutCrafter. Ha, me too especially at Christmas time when you guys are battling the snow and we are down the beach 🏖 or trying to stay out of the heat. On most days I try to get my “jobs” done in the morning so I can “play” in the afternoon. I get about 3 weeks in winter when it’s to cold to be in my tin workshop and about 6 weeks in summer when I’m outa there by 10 - 11 am because of the heat. I would love to have a basement. Stuart.

[@DavidMurray3128]

Why doesn't it surprise me you own a Geiger Counter? Another great video, just love watching them. You need a TV show, be a great addition to Saturday morning PBS lineup.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

"Just above a string with a knot in it" LOL... I LOVED that!!

[@AaronBelknap]

What an awesome little invention for our 1X30 belt sanders! I must participate! Nice little knives! I love knives. I have an in with our court security and knives left behind for more than 90 days I'm told that they are mine! Last time, I picked out mostly Swiss Army knives and Leatherman or two. I really want a Geiger Counter!! Being a rock hound, I'd love to test rocks! Love some Wacky Wednesdays! Thanks Phil for a great idea!

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Nice Mod for the sander, simple and easy.I like your Geiger Counter, not to many have one.

[@stevef8993]

The platen idea is pure genius!! Thanks for sharing SC and Phil👍 I'm definitely doing that on my 1x30. Man, you really have a lot of cool stuff😎. Cool knives, cool tools, cool radioactive stuff. Lol!!! Always fun to watch.

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL- Who needs a barber Steve when 15 minutes in front of the Radioactive stuff will give me a trim! =)

[@stevef8993]

Lol! Just watch out if you get angry and start turning green!!

[@johnkelley9877]

That was a great mid week video! The wooden platten is a fantastic idea and the knives and Uranium were very interesting. Thanks for sharing this.

[@joeheilm]

Great episode, i love the platten design. Cheers

[@jimmac1185]

Great episode. I want more videos of you building stuff! Not saying don't love the tool restoration and history lessons, just a nice change of scenery! Keep up the great work.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Jim! I feel the same way! What good is having all these great tools if we can't put them to use! =) I'm with you!!!!!!!

[@upsidedowndog1256]

Very entertaining video as always. The first knife you showed would be great in a vehicle for emergency use. Break the window and cut the seatbelt with one handy tool.

[@pablocolon4572]

Phil nailed it! Another great video John. SEMPER FI!

[@357magdad]

All that radioactivity turned you into Nixon at the end!

[@SteveMcQuillin]

Future antiques, nuclear lab up in the attic, waiting for the mish-mosh showing your time machine ;)

[@leebrewer1190]

Phil made a great invention for the sander! I need to make one. John, I once did an experiment irradiating glass insulators to make an official aid for teaching people what to avoid as some greedy people were turning common insulators into unknown (and sometimes similar) colors to the real thing. Also like the future antique concept!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Lee! The worst part of any hobby is there are always unscrupulous individuals who will counterfeit items that are desirable... It happens in every hobby!

[@alexstools]

That quick action platen is a great idea!! I am definitely going to try it out. I'm just starting to learn on my belt sander and am still taking it apart en putting it back every time. But it kind of keeps me from starting on stuff. From what you've shown of your basement, attic and rest of your house I got the impression you live in a HUGE mancave, very cool!!! Thanks so much John!!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Alex, leave the guard off and only use it for collecting dust... awesome!

[@keebank8969]

Best radiation training I ever went to was in Mercury, NV at the Nevada National Test Site. It was pretty cool to be around all of the nuclear testing history that occurred there.

[@ScoutCrafter]

That was the mecca of Radiation studies!

[@tomhollis2685]

Just made a wood platen like this today. (It took me awhile to find the right video. You need a card catalog, John!). Mine was a teeny bit loose but I just clamp it to the machine and it does great!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Tom- I can't believe I have over 500 videos! I should have made some kind of listing! =D

[@Traderjoe]

What a great idea for the temporary platen! I’ll definitely make one for my 1x30!

[@DirtandRust]

Great info on the Uranium glass (time to beak out the Uranium Beer Mug):]....and excellent Platen invention...Thumbs up!!

[@Traderjoe]

Smoke detectors have radioactive material inside them too.

[@richardveilleux2736]

Great idea for the temporary platen! I’ll definitely make one! Love It!!!

[@tfknauss]

Great Idea Phil,, good stuff thanks for sharing John. Still don't know how you stay organized with what you have LOL

[@ScoutCrafter]

Todd, I am hoping to get organized in my next home! =D

[@davidcoats1037]

The platen idea is genius! I will definitely be doing that. Cool knives and of course Scoutcrafter has a Geiger counter and radioactive material. 🤣 👍🏼

[@virginiagonzalez1138]

You have all the good toys! Loved this episode.

[@johnduff6436]

Wow, see what I missed for a day? As someone else said" Thanks for what you do!

[@zacharybradley7260]

Glad to see you have a blowmold or 2 in the attic. Nothing like cool stuff in a attic.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Zachary! I am really into Blow Molds! Love them!!!!!!!!!

[@zacharybradley7260]

Me too S.C. I love using them to decorate during the holidays.

[@artsietopology]

Great info on radioactivity. I've still have a cloud chamber that I got when I was in high school. I'll have to get some dry ice and get it going again. It is great watching the various sources produce different tracks in it. - Kathie

[@elsdp-4560]

THANK YOU...for sharing. Enjoyed.

[@jimronchetto8592]

Very interesting as always, John! Thanks!

[@rawbacon]

I used to fabricate steel with a real old pro that just died recently, I still have the countersink we used back then. I use it all the time and always look back on those days and him very fondly.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

The good old guys are leaving out quickly.

[@tonyholt90]

Clever thinking Phil Great video so much cool stuff..

[@relanejr]

Awesome episode! Thanks so much ScoutCrafter.

[@alant5335]

Again,interesting and worthwhile veiwing,thanks.

[@wyattoneable]

Nice trick with the sand belt. That's crazy what common items can trigger the Geiger counter.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Wyatt- The old Coleman lantern mantles were highly radioactive! =)

[@lordvengerx]

That's a outstanding idea on the grinder. Mtech makes pretty good knives. If it's going to be for using. I would use thread locker on the screws they come out easily lol. That paratrooper style knife is a very interesting cool design. Thanks Scout =D

[@jamesmclaughlin5610]

It’s a wonderful fall Wednesday here in Sacramento California, windy and clear. I was surprised to see you have possession of Goldfingers pocket knife. It would go very nicely in the Golden State. Thanks for what you do.....

[@carver3419]

Wow! your own personal Geiger counter ... Your attic looks like a fun spot. I noticed the "CD" logo on the side of the counter which suggests it's government surplus.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes! Civil Defense! =)

[@BenM39435]

Thanks! great video, its nice to see the test example!

[@oldtoolslovers3271]

Thanks for good explanation of tools

[@805ROADKING]

Kudos to Phil, that was brilliant!! I bet your gonna regret moving outta that place, that's alotta crap to move eh!!☺

[@ScoutCrafter]

805ROADKING You are so right- 4 generations of stuff to either move or dump! It’s killing me! 😃👍

[@bkind2182]

Great video! Check out the reading you get from the geiger counter on a new mantel from one of the old Coleman type of lanterns...

[@ScoutCrafter]

I looked! I don't have any thorium mantles... I wish I did!

[@larryborkstrom3580]

Thanks for the idea on the sander

[@seanshields86]

Yay hump day vid! Hope all is well with ya! Cheers.

[@danohstoolbox]

You should have the firm radioactive playing in the background LoL

[@helpinghandremodeling3755]

Great 1x30 hack. I guess when you've collected everything you have to be a step ahead with future items LOL. Great video as always Scout

[@lotsabirds]

It's the Giant Behemoth!!!

[@joshuagarcia7791]

Always blow me away with all them ideas. I always learn something new

[@sosrob8085]

How about gluing some magnets into the platen wood to hold assist? Already looks sturdy enough, just throwing my 2 cents in. As always great video!

[@uktony1525]

In the UK the 1 x 30 belt sander is as rare as rocking horse poo. Have to use wet and dry with a lot of energy but it saves on gym membership. As always a fantastically interesting video👏.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Tony! Rocking horse Poo! LOL Outstanding!

[@lotsabirds]

It's harder to get passed the plastic wrapper than the lock! LOL!

[@ScoutCrafter]

YES!!!!! Kudos to Master for at least letting us know!

[@lotsabirds]

@@ScoutCrafter I think it's funny that they tell you right on the packaging that it's not their best product! Would you buy a Ford that Ford rates a 3 out of 10? Howsabout picking a surgeon??? I'm going for that 3 out of 10 every time! Whattaya think?? LOL!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I'm glad you're not a crook and I like the chrome skull calk gun. Why, I have no idea! THanks, CS!

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL You can't look away! I tell you Lewie that skull is possessed! LOL

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@ScoutCrafter I know. I see that goofy thing wherever I go. It's always grinning over your shoulder!

[@drstrangefart]

Next step is to put a steel face on that platen. It won't wear out and you can get some really REALLY flat grinds. You might have some tape bump on finer grits but I don't recall you using much higher than an 80 grit on the 1x30.

[@ScoutCrafter]

You know Allan, you could easily glue/screw a metal strip right on the face of that temp platen! =D

[@drstrangefart]

BINGO.

[@t-wreckscustoms3745]

I think I am retiring my 1x30... shocks me a lot... I have an older delta 1x?? That needs a restoration! Great video as usual... project idea...put eyes in the aluminum skull that follows the camera! T-Wrecks

[@ScoutCrafter]

T-Wrecks! I heard it is the plastic wheels that build up static with certain belts... Try running a grounding strap to the machine!

[@steph2211]

Great idea! man there must be a lot of treasures in that attic, i like that tank Scout.

[@saigaking]

Ha ha great video John I never thought about the temp platin Might have to make me one ,love being up in the man cave ha ha Some really cool stuff up there it incredible that there is Radioactive material in everyday things crazy god bless take care 👌🇳🇿✋

[@1D10CRACY]

I also have been in the habit of "future antiques", though I have been calling it "early retirement". LOL

[@jordansimpson9519]

When I was kid. I'd take 3 slices of pizza and make the radioactive placard on my plate 😂

[@tonylenge424]

So that’s where Nixon is! Thanks

[@alanmullock381]

Just dont keep any in your pockets!😁😁😁😁😁😁👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@junglejammer1]

I may have to get one of those little belt sanders. At my last, "real" job, I got a 1x42 from Grizzly. I think I spent more than a day with a file, removing all the lethal burrs on that thing. I never knew about radio active glass and glazes. I remember as a kid, there was an old episode of, "I Love Lucy," where they were all going to get rich, mining for uranium. I think a lot of people actually died from doing that.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Dave! Uranium was big business years ago... Many people were hunting Uranium and selling to to the government! =D

[@AmericanCoinHunting]

I thought you would've had a UV light on , and at the end when you turned off the lights . Everything would glow ...LOL

[@MrDoeboy356]

Great mashup. I’m trying to find a knife I have. I’m going to send it to you as soon as I find it. I love that cleaver style knife.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Cliff! I do too! I always loved drop point, sheep foot and cleaver styles!

[@paddrivers]

Very interesting

[@andrewtaylor7377]

Really interesting, thanks! :-)

[@jasonernissee3017]

It would be cool to add a cabinet handle to the platen device so you can easily install and remove.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Jason! Absolutely!!!!!!!

[@Brian-Burke]

I love the sound of a Geiger Counter. Was in one of my favorite Bond movies Dr. No when Sean Connery was testing rock samples from....anyone?

[@Brian-Burke]

@Naz Nomad Correct! Nicely done.

[@Brian-Burke]

@Naz Nomad My favorite in the series. Is it yours?

[@Brian-Burke]

@Naz Nomad Goldfinger is a close #2 for me. Good movies.

[@davidharris6581]

Exactly my first thought. I think I will go watch it.

[@Brian-Burke]

@@davidharris6581 I hope they upconvert the old movies to 4k if that's even possible. Looks like Blu-Ray is the highest resolution available.

[@bobjoncas2814]

...great vid..

[@ericblankenburg5373]

Great video love that platen idea.That's a very cool Geiger counter, How old is it?

[@ScoutCrafter]

I think early 60's but they are all over eBay! Surplus!

[@Brian-Burke]

I had no idea about the Burrill lumber. Awesome. Re. the MTech knife, do you have a model number? They have an extraordinary amount of product and I can't locate your specific model.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Brian, here is where I got it- TACTICAL Spring Assisted Open Pocket Knife CLEAVER RAZOR FOLDING Titanium Blade rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F153009721614

[@grilnam9945]

From what I have seen of lock picking lawyer and Bosnian Bill, it’s probably more difficult to open the packaging on that master lock than it is to open the lock itself.

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL!!!!!!!!

[@jusb1066]

Plastic blister packaging could make fort Knox look insecure

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@ScoutCrafter Giant Print Master Lock. OH boy!

[@Drew_86]

@@rickt.1870 thanks for the link. I noticed the review is nearly 10 years old. John, if you haven't already, you should consider buying a clamshell opener as a future antique. A tool made specifically for opening packaging. It's the modern version of the crate tool. I also note that nearly 10 years later Amazon didn't get manufacturers to stop using clamshells.

[@markrandall1456]

As a suggestion what about a knob or handle to remove and install the temporary platen?

[@ScoutCrafter]

There are so many great options!

[@57WillysCJ]

The old CD Geiger Counter from back in the duck and cover days.

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL People forget how stressful those times were!

[@57WillysCJ]

@@ScoutCrafter It was a trying time. There is a video from 1951 showing New York City coming to a stand still for a Civil Defense drill. Can you imagine trying to get it done today?

[@paulcarter2388]

I wish to obtain a Burke bar. Any info will be useful.

[@davidgibson9866]

Belt platten needs a knob...👍🏻

[@frankblack1481]

The caterpillar in the attic. Please Discuss....

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Frank! That is a vintage RC Caterpillar. =) About 1:6 scale...

[@ironhead65]

Would it help to put a piece of aluminum on the area where the belt drags on the "platen" ? Thinking this is a great idea but unsure the wood is going to hold up long term

[@ArmandoLoni]

I think you collect watches, J? You may get a Gieger reading from the luminous dials, if they have them....

[@MadStiles]

Cool stuff! Be careful or you might grow an extra arm Haha

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL!!!!!! The arm I could use!

[@christopherlusk9385]

Special thanks to Phil Nase for the awesome idea and for you to show it to your following. I will make one for my sander. The knife was cool. What is the model number...can't find it on line. Thank you sir.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Christopher- Paratrooper- www.ebay.com/itm/Benchmark-Paratrooper-Stainless-Dagger-Glass-Breaker-Folding-Knife-116/123894305240?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649 Cleaver Knife- www.ebay.com/itm/TACTICAL-Spring-Assisted-Open-Pocket-Knife-CLEAVER-RAZOR-FOLDING-Titanium-Blade/153009721614?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

[@christopherlusk9385]

@@ScoutCrafter Thanks for your time. Just ordered the cleaver knife.

[@big_steven2226]

Of course the most radioactive stuff comes from my home country haha 😂

[@ScoutCrafter]

I love Scotland!!!!!!! =)

[@big_steven2226]

I love at times too. Wish the summers would last more than 2 days though lol

[@waltcrawford6153]

Would you check the tungsten for a tig welding torch for radiation?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Walt Crawford I don’t have one or I would check it. Is that a source for radiation? I never heard that. Thanks

[@waltcrawford6153]

I have heard that they are slightly radioactive, made of thoriative tungsten. I have heard that the radiation isn't an issue unless you breath in some dust when sharpening it.

[@Santiago-iv7oi]

LMAO.. Nice..👍👍👍👍👍

[@jusb1066]

Ok do you have a vintage ear wax collection?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Jusb1066 Gosh No! 😂

[@Toyotas_n__Tools]

Scout just order some bearings and carbon brushes! But a 2nd machine with a different belt on it would be another good idea=) You should look up the snap on tool review channel and check out his latest video from Wednesday, theres something in it that will make you drool ;P Check out the knife company TOPS you will love them!

[@nvz357]

I would refer to your attic as the Upper Mancave as opposed to the Basement Mancave......actually your whole house is a man cave...👌🏼🤣

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL Nick it's true! =D

[@cindiberg7718]

What's with the metal skull?

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL Cindi I bought that at the last Steam show! We had a good laugh at why I bought such a crazy item! Go to 9:55 on this video- kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp7RkodmmLh3hbs

One time they sold radio active drinks. they thought if would cure all your ills only it made your jaw fall off.

[@planejet42]

Do you have any old Pyrex?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Do you mean lab-ware! Oh YEAH!!!!!!

[@mercoid]

KZbin knife maker Walter Sorrels swears by Grizzly equipment

[@ScoutCrafter]

The prices on some belt sanders is just astronomical so Grizzly is a perfect way to see if this hobby is for you! =) That little belt sander cost about $50 and I have more time on it then any other machine in my shop!

[@mercoid]

ScoutCrafter .... Right. He says the cost to quality on Grizzly is outstanding. And he’s producing top notch work out of his shop. If that little machine costs you $50. I have no excuse not to get one even at $80. it’s worth it. I have many occasions where it would come in handy.

[@Marcel_Germann]

I got two pieces of uraninite from the german Erzgebirge (ore mountains). From the area of the former Wismut mining company. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wismut_(mining_company) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ore_Mountains The mining workers earned double the salary of a normal worker in the country. They also got coupons to buy 2 liters of hard liquor per month tax free, sometimes they got an additional ration of another 2 liters. That was a special liquor made for miners only, nicknamed "pitman's death". Bottle shown here: upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a7/Bergarbeitertrinkbranntwein_Duerrroehrsdorf.jpg Translation of the label: taxfree potable spirits for miners 32 vol.%, the prices for 0.5 (0.8 M) liters and 0.7 liters (1.12 M). They didn't make two separate labels for the different volumes. resale will be prosecuted! Manufacturer is "Gustav Müller liqueur manufacturing" That was a very low price, for 0.8 M you got a bar of chocolate substitute...I say substitute because the cocoa level was very low, only 7%. The rest was cocoa fat, hazel nuts, grinded peas. It is still in production, but now with 32 % cocoa. That reminds me of some old east-german jokes: - What if socialism is introduced in the desert? Nothing for a while, then sand becomes scarce... -What are the four deadly enemies of the socialism? Winter, autumn, summer and spring. -Why do Stasi-officers make such good taxi drivers? You get in, they already know who you are and where you live. So much for "no sense of humour"... :-P

[@ScoutCrafter]

Wow Marcel! Thanks!!!!!!!!

[@stokeburner6730]

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[@TheLoxxxton]

I suppose all that radiation has its benefits.. Glow in the dark hands mean you never need a flashlight again!

[@billlink7116]

I understand bananas are radioactive- can you check it out?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes! I will have to see now!

[@2dividedby3equals666]

Awesome video John!! I've always wanted a Geiger Counter, now I can purchase one knowing I'm not that crazy! You always impress me with the vast array of collections you own. And about that first MTech, that is from what I can tell quite an old design, probably from somewhere in europe. bladeforums.com/threads/fred-perrin-quattro.538611/ found this thread on blade forum with very little info on it, but as one can see there were manufacturers making them in Russia and Czeckoslovakia some time ago. I've seen quite a few on ebay all coming from east european countries as well as the more modern one coming from all over the place. So it is actually a new old antique. For any of the viewers that speak german, there seems to be a thread on messerforum about the knife. Thanks for the video mate, take care!!!

[@SkyForgeVideos]

Just be careful (watch your fingers!) with that mtech. Their folders are of middle of the road quality - some good...some ehhh... But don't let ppl tell u all mtech is junk! I have a few that are no joke! I'll show u my mtech blades one of these days!

[@ScoutCrafter]

I just like different knives but honestly I only use/trust fixed blade knives for anything that is stressful on the blade... My folders are just for cutting string, cord and light duty stuff.... Fixed blades are where it's at! =D

[@SkyForgeVideos]

@@ScoutCrafter Totally. Also... U caught me! All my mtechs are fixed blades! Lol. I'm in the same boat too! I just love knives!