Brass Padlock made from Scratch - Now Complete

[@PaskMakes]

This really was an awesome project, it had a bit of everything, hand tool work and machining, as well as being functional and also some stylish elements. It was one of my favourite projects to make. I was going to make the video in three parts, you would've got the second part much earlier but many of you showed a preference to single videos so I finished it in this second part. My 7 Plan Bundle: paskmakes.com/the-pask-makes-7-woodworking-plans-bundle/

[@jebowlin3879]

that thing is a real Beauty. I dont mind long vids, dont mind multiple vids, but prefer the long ones, Keep up the amazing work

[@_spacegoat_]

The longer the better, Mr. P. I, for one, find that your videos help with reducing stress, and I think we can all use a bit of that these days.

[@spicematthews8034]

So what are you going to lock up with it? Perhaps a little box with the tongs in it to hide it from Mrs P. I'm the same as the others and the longer the video the better.

[@southernblueblood5402]

The reason for me at least is your skill in editing, you don't focus on one part for too long. You keep a good flow from one part of the project to the next keeping it fresh and entertaining.

[@OriginalRaveParty]

Every video that you release is a testament to how real and skillful you are. And I love it that you show your mistakes. You Inspire many thousands of people every time you post. I appreciate your work Neil.

[@PapaGleb]

You are at the point where any length video will be watched and enjoyed. Parted or whole it’s all gold!

[@morsecodereviews1553]

I for one prefer the "long form" format videos. They hold my attention better, feel less rushed, and give me the warm fuzzy satisfied feels. I'm starting to think all these 15-20 min videos I binge are giving me ADD.😆

[@kristinesautter3529]

I see a scrap wood challenge of this lock only much bigger as a wall hanging with clear face so you can see the innerworkings. Great build! It's a work of art. As to multi part projects I enjoy them as I get more information from them. I do want to see the end as well but a wait is fine too.

[@Cyanide591]

About the multi parts videos, I could watch a 2 hours long video, so good to watch you work!

[@Firefly-dy5zc]

I found a 6 lever pancake lock when I was hand hoeing a field of corn over 40 years ago. The lock was in excellent condition although it had probably been out there for many decades. It had a beautiful dark green patina and a patent date of 1897 engraved in the back. Of course there was no key, so it was great to see how the mechanism works. Fantastic project!!!

[@awldune]

This was like a journeyman project for an apprentice machinist. I'm sure you must feel suitably proud -- it looks great!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks - I have to say I am pretty leased with it! :)

[@all_the_moga]

Don't mind the long videos at all. In fact I appreciate and prefer the longer videos to the short ones.

[@AndiNewtonian]

Same here.

[@OhHeyTrevorFlowers]

I feel the same way. I run long videos on a tablet while I work in the shop. It makes lockdowns a little less lonely.

[@benzmansl65amg]

Loved it!

[@OhHeyTrevorFlowers]

For multipart videos you could also add them all into a playlist and then people who want to watch them in bulk can wait for the end and then use the playlist.

[@vonHannersdorf]

Me too.

[@Vloddamick]

Once I saw the mechanism coming together I could hear in my head, "This is the lock picking lawyer..." I love these kind of lock and seeing one be made was really cool.

[@mymechanics]

Pretty cool project!! I love it

[@philipp4025]

When (not if in that case) my mechanics thinks you've done a great job, that pretty much means you've outdone yourself Way to go!

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

@@philipp4025 All we need now is The Lock Picking Lawyer to try and pick it open. Just to make sure it was not a fluke.

[@Eric-469]

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[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - really glad you liked it! :)

[@TheKAWATEAM]

You two should do a collaboration together👏🏼 like if you agree. The two Masters of All !!

[@graymouser1]

Long multi part vids are great. Nevermind those goldfish, they can just FF. Thanks for sharing another great project.

[@jimmydiresta]

Absolutely beautiful 🙌🏼

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Jimmy! :)

[@triciac.5078]

This was awesome. After watching many videos from the Locking Picking Lawyer, it’s great to see the other side of how locks work. Great job Neil.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Tricia! :)

[@DavidLindes]

I wonder how LPL would do against this... it seems like there's nothing to tension, which... changes the game a bit??!? Granted, if this is a whole style of locks that exists in the world, then LPL probably knows how to confront them. Still, an interesting thought. Anyway, yes, great work, Neil!

[@Kineth1]

@@DavidLindes That spring pushing the shackle open supplies a bit of constant tension, you could increase the tension by pulling on the shackle. With no false gates, you could use a pin to feel which lever is binding, and slowly push it into position until it clicks into the gate, then go push the others open one at a time.

[@OriginalRaveParty]

This really gives me a new appreciation for the early locksmiths who invented and crafted the most successful designs before mass production put them out of business. Locksmiths actually used to be smiths, rather than fitters and pickers, as the name of the trade suggests. Congratulations on 1 million subscribers!

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed dit and thanks very much! :)

[@johanneswerner1140]

1M subscribers? OK, that's just WOW! and deserved. I might not like all projects, and I might disagree on some things, but they are very well executed and challenge my too rigid mindset at times! Plus your work is better than mine, meaning you are likely right and I'm wrong 😅 I just cleaned up my subscription list - this channel is here to stay. Oh, and I already bought some projects in that pack, but I still have not built any. D'oh. Other things are still further up on the list 😕

[@philkieran7521]

Great video Neil. As someone interested in locksport this brought together two of my hobbies. Also the long videos are great.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Phil - glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@pettere8429]

He should lend it to LPL to see how pickresistant it is. :P

[@georgewaring7168]

@@pettere8429 I second this suggestion. Not so much because he will pick it but because his knowledge of locks is prodigious and I'm sure he would have some useful suggestions.

[@EngineerMikeF]

Ditto, it would make a great cross branding feature for both Pask & LPL

[@philkieran7521]

I absolutely would love to see lpl have a look at this and likely talk about the history of these types of locks

[@FishersShop]

absolutely fantastic, Neil! I've been wanting to design a lock for years so this sure was fun to watch.

[@JacobLongActingJourney]

Id love to see you make a lock! And maybe even collaborate with the Lock Picking Lawyer???

[@lewisatlas4284]

Enjoyed the video. This project is typical Park Makes stuff. Practical and handsome. Thanks

[@kftb7183]

It is often said that most machining can also be done with a file and a big portion of patience. Pask proves that true. Again and again 🤩

[@sandraforsman4971]

There should be some sort of prize for patience, like an Oscar, you'd definitely win it!! Gorgeous lock Neil!

[@georgecunningham9175]

Your attention to the technical and structural elements on this project were awesome - but it was your inspired attention to the cosmetic and esthetic details that elevates it above a "homemade lock", bringing the end product up to the level of artistic creation. You may have followed some technical plans, but the result is pure Pask........

[@maxfarr4142]

Hey Neil. NZ here. I have had one of those locks since I was little >35years. Mine happens to be 5 lever. Its something I treasure dearly. Over the years I lost the keys and kept making more by picking it first, challenge yourself to make a key without opening or referencing the one you have. Its always a fun time. So nice to see you make one. Love your work buddy. So happy to see you on the metal tools.

[@smsucks7174]

IMO… 30 minute videos from you, are enjoyable. 👍🏻

[@Randmguy91]

Pretty awesome when average Joe’s comment and tell you how much they enjoyed this project (like myself), it’s a whole other thing when I read all these other machinists comments on how much they enjoyed it as well! High praise 👍🏼 hats off to you sir 👏🏼

[@nickcosta3004]

I would have watched the entire thing as an Hour Long lock making adventure. Whatever you put out I will watch!!!

[@RickyHolton]

Beautiful craftsmanship and I echo the others who love a longer video. I often watch while folding clothes or washing dishes and it really makes doing those annoying tasks SO MUCH BETTER.

[@TSGEnt]

Best 30 minutes and 16 seconds of any show I could have watched. Bravo and quite a nice lock.

[@shawnbooms6176]

Great work. Listen I find your videos far more entertaining than most things in theaters these days so I could watch a full 2 hr upload of yours. Don't be afraid of posting longer videos, you fans love them. Cheers from America

[@lloydgarland4667]

Longer videos are better, people can pause them if they have the need. Excellent project mate, you certainly have some skills!

[@Eli41107]

I actually prefer longer videos. Keep up the good work! Love watching the things you make.

[@AnthonyBowman]

I love the longer videos! 25-40 minutes is the sweetspot for me for crafting/making/building videos. Love this project!

[@edkovac8978]

Amazing. If you had 2 hours long video, I would watch it. The more minutes you give usbthe sweeter the joy of watching your content. Can't wait the next one.

[@dougggiereid]

As with all your videos I will never attempt to make what you have made. Mainly due to my personal circumstances (lack of tools, bad back and arthritic fingers). However all your videos have a huge entertainment value to me. Your endless patience, not only in making intricate projects like this that require multiple test fits, but in making the effort to film it all for us is admirable. Absolutely love watching you work. Long videos are fine by me.

[@Orgelfan62]

The best handmade Lock i ever seen on KZbin

[@bgpappy30]

I love this lock… I don’t mind long videos nor I don’t mind 2-3 parts to your videos. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@revtmyers1]

Never ever did I think I would want to make a lock but now I have to. Lovely job.

[@charlieyates5668]

12:50 "I'm not confident any of this mechanism is going to work" Noone who regularly watches your videos had any doubt. Well done, as always!

[@foxymady]

Either a lot of parts video, or full long video. They're a joy to watch! The only thing is, keep doing them! And I'll keep watching! Regards from Madeira island, Portugal!

[@stanleydenning]

A Rose is still a rose by any other name... That is a nice-looking lock. As a past locksmith, I see only one problem with it. Easy to pick.

[@andrewgalbreath2101]

The etching and dimple design looks soooo cool! And I have no problem with longer videos since its all great content!

[@juancentenno8522]

most amazing stuff i´v ever came across in you tuve !! im a locksmith , i collect repair , restore , and key making to old locks as a hobby , and i have always wanted to make my own padlock , one of these days i will , thanks for inspiring !

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Neil! Beautiful padlock!!! 😃 About longer videos vs multiple parts, doesn't matter! Do whatever is easier for you. 😊 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@ag.cousins]

I was gonna watch this for 5 minutes and now it’s finished and I don’t want it to end!

[@jsirius94]

Love how this came out! You are a patient man and it shows, especially when you said "I don't mind because I like filing" lol

[@JoeTheGons]

You should be very proud of that piece. It looks amazing and I'm sure it brings lots of joy to use. A long video is my preference- I have a pause button.

[@PatriotPainter]

Really glad you didn't make a 3rd video. I prefer the longer format. Thanks!

[@a88senna]

Loved that video, I don't mind the multi-part videos, but I also really love the longer videos personally. I always end up going on a binge and rewatching old videos anyway, and by that stage any multi-part videos can be watched in one sitting anyway. I would have started watching as a purely Woodworking fan, but these metalworking videos are a totally different set of skills, and I just love watching your process more than anything.

[@thedeloachsdoyoutube8377]

The amount of work and effort that you put into your videos I will gladly sit for an hour plus and watch it. I love your approach on how you tackle the project at hand and I can understand it more when it’s presented all at one time. Make On my Friend. Maker 238

[@tucula]

The longer the video the better, is always a pleasure watching you work!

[@Roy-K]

With builds like this, long videos - 45 minutes to over an hour - are more than justified. Not only does the complexity of the project justify the length, but it also imparts a sense of the effort to the viewer. I love long form videos like this, where it’s just step by step, a long but rewarding process. Maybe I don’t pay attention to every little filing or operation, but being able to see the love and effort in the workmanship helps me to be more productive in my own efforts at the same time

[@shellsterdude]

This was amazing to watch. I have one of these old locks and I've always admired their design. It's neat to watch someone recreate the magic of these old locks.

[@harindergill7221]

Too long? Not enough! Thanks, keep them coming. Hopefully a scrap wood challenge next. Cheers

[@MickeyD1968]

Holy hell Neil! That isn't a project, that is art! I have never in my life heard someone admit to liking using a file. I prefer working with wood, but I can see the appeal to working with brass. Again, my hat off to an exemplary artist! [EDIT] I agree, one longer video rather than multiple shorts. If someone watching doesn't have the attention span to watch a longer video, the content isn't for them. What you do is craftsmanship. It takes time. If they want it done quicker, then they need to buy it from Taiwan or China. Your videos are made with people who know fine work in mind. Keep up the good work, my entire family looks forward to new videos from you!

[@jimpowell6102]

I don't know why Pask needs a mill, he is a wizard with hack saw and files!

[@weicheisen9999]

And now everybody knows how good our Craftsmen in the last centuries are been. !

[@billboy7390]

This has to be one of my favorite KZbin videos of all time. Very, very nice. Can’t wait for your next adventure.

[@TheZzziggy]

Mate, I say! Thanks for keeping it two-series. You did a rather good job. Cheers!

[@lynxg4641]

Neil, really loved this and learning how the basics of a padlock work, really nicely done. Also appreciate that you listened to your audience and didn't end up making a 6 parts series out of something that didn't need it to be.

[@szcustomwoodworks6401]

I will forever be amazed and blown away by your skill, but most of all your patience. You are a true artist and craftsman!!!

[@Dorpz]

oh man that stippling is something else, incredible

[@RobActiveShooterEngh]

This is one of my favorite of your videos, very neat build. And I agree, longer videos are better than a bunch of multi part.

[@captbuscemi]

Amazing project, I agree it’s probably your best to date. So many skills coming together for a wonderful result. I really enjoy the long-format videos, my vote is for more 👍🏻

[@SchysCraftCo.]

So happy to see part 2 of this video. Wowsers that is definitely unique an very cool project. This turned out very well. Hopefully you get great use out of it my friend for many years to come. Can't wait to see more videos soon my friend. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep making. God bless.

[@AndrewR74]

Incredible work. I don’t know why this didn’t show up when you released it, but wow!

[@VideobyHomeworks]

Beautiful, precision craftsmanship, Neil. (Glad to hear I’m not the only person that enjoys the zin-ish grace of filing.)

[@Paracorder]

I really used to hate your videos and I’m so glad my taste has changed. You’re such a great craftsman! Also hand filing is awesome (something I’ve also changed my mind about)

[@TopCat2021]

Fantastic Job! You sir are on the way to becoming a true renaissance man with all your talents.

[@elisabethreeves1786]

Ooooohhhh!! A *push* key as apposed to a *turn* key. That makes so much sense! I've learned something - thanks!

[@nerknerk8834]

You are fearless! You also have much more patience than I do. Thanks for all your videos.

[@Hellsatanx]

that spring action looks like it's very satisfying to open and close

[@AndiNewtonian]

That was SO COOL! I mean, just absolutely fascinating! I was so enthralled watching you make this and learning the different parts of the lock and how they all work together that I completely lost track of time. I'm glad you didn't do a three-part video. I like getting to see it all come together at once.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it Andi! :)

[@oneeyeddave304]

hey pask, if you made a video 4hrs long id watch it with pleasure . keep up the great work my friend.

[@TonyT-lo2sz]

The longer your videos the more enjoyable there are. Never get bored watching you craft anything. So talented you are.

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

Absolutely fascinating, I know it is not a usual woodworking video, but I have been glued to your every move on this, you could have made these three hours and I would still be watching at the end. I had a little knowledge of the workings of locks, but this has still had me watching every pin and spring.

[@vcpvelogs]

It still feels weird to me seeing all those machining tasks and then hearing Neil's voice over it ;D You did a great job!

[@bigblokeinuk8974]

I think that is the most interesting project I have watched you do, Mr P. Well done on all the figuring out and fettling as you went along! No issues from me on the length of the videos, mate. Not big fan of multi-parters, as you never feel that drawn in by them. Keep up the great work!

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

Superb, Neil. I like this format, it shows how much work is involved in creating and fine-tuning this kind of projects.

[@vksubra1953]

Loved the longer informative video. I think you are the original Mr. Patience. Keep going and thank you for sharing

[@all_the_moga]

That's a very nice lock, Paskerman!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much! :)

[@nenaelliott8058]

Amazing. I would have never thought of calling a lock beautiful but I really have to say that is beautiful craftsmanship. I have a store bought lock that's built similar to that on the outside but it doesn't compare to what you've made. Just wow!

[@slotho122]

I really like the etched and stippled area around the lettering. It looks like it would feel nice.

[@howder1951]

Nice bit of work, you don't see a project like this very often. Enjoyed it immensely, and fine looking it is as well, thanks and cheers!

[@juanignaciocaino]

🙌 respect! I've been following your work since the early scrapwood challenges and your developing into a full blown rennaisance craftsman is equally inspiring and entertaining to watch.

[@jamesa7506]

A fantastic lock 🔐 I love it! The brass, the nail punch peppering, the etching, and the design is amazing! A real work of art (like most of your projects) that I'm sure, if available, would fetch top dollar! A hearty "Well done" to you sir.

[@johnsrabe]

That was awesome! The length was fine because it was a complicated project.

[@kazanboiracing952]

i think this is the first time i comment on one of your videos. but im amazed by the locking mechanism. this is such a beautiful lock. work of art. great job.

[@dg50484]

One of my favorite videos you've done, and I've watched them all.

[@jeffreycloete852]

Hi there Pask Makes..that was wonderful..I don't mind the length..I just appreciate the craftsmanship!

[@Violaetor]

As a locksport enthusiast and a former custom lockpick maker I REALLY enjoyed this project and I can (unfortunately) appreciate the tedium of making custom keys for lever locks!

[@CaptainSurprizo]

You have got to be the best maker on KZbin.

[@CraigsWorkshop]

That's a work of art Neil. Loved very minute.

[@mattelias721]

Awesome. I don't mind multi-part videos, because I like details, for what that's worth. I also think you are quite possibly the most patient human anyone could know, except perhaps tied with the Clickspring guy (who's located close to you... at least in the same hemisphere?). You two should do a collaboration on something clock-like, and you can then encase it in camphor laurel.

[@dragade101]

You may want to try some false gates in the future. Thats a shallow cut-out for the locking bar/pawl that cant fully seat so the lock will remain secured until you manipulate the past the false gate. It doesnt make it impossible but the closer a false gate is to the real gate, this adds complexity for hardly any costs.

[@GreenAppelPie]

Great project idea, and it looks great. The little clamp down table you made is super cool. My only comment is I’m surprised the spring not needing any tempering at all, I woulda been really tempted to.

[@NEWTechCreative]

Wonderful work Neil! Thanks for sharing. I love the stippling in the text. 👌👌

[@jaayjones5937]

So happy that you opted to make the longer video.

[@C-Swede]

The length is fine, I do prefer single part videos. I can always come back and watch it in segments if I so choose

[@jeffjackson2871]

What a beautiful result! Watching your videos is so relaxing and therapeutic for me. Thank you!

[@rfphicks]

Love it! Hats off to you Pask, took a lot of patience but what a fantastic piece. The only improvement I can suggest is I think the shackle is a bit 'heavy' looking and the overall lock might look even better with a more rounded or thinner shackle.

[@timothyronchi5187]

I’m very happy with multipart videos

[@348bac]

For me the long videos are best. Im too impatient to wait a week for part two etc ha ha. Real great job here looks fantastic. Well done