The Hole in One

Thank you all so much for watching! This is my 26th filmed project, and it was a year in planning ever since my friend, Michael, scored a par 4 hole in one at 265 yards last year in North Carolina. Actually, this concept was the main reason why I wanted to get into epoxy resin casting in the first place!
If you haven't heard of Brad from KZbin channels, Brad's Workbench or Rated R Woodturning, you should check him out! (Links to his channel below and in the video end screen.) Brad asked me to try out 2 new finishing compounds he has been working on, one a fine abrasive paste and the other a tung wax finish. Check out the links to his Etsy store, where he sells them!
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[@mhleadpastorscnc10]

David, I’m so thrilled and blessed and blown away by this brother that I have no other words but unspeakably awesome man. You are not only a great friend but greatly gifted to do what you do in the context of wood turning. Love and appreciate you and this unspeakably. It is going be unspeakably awesome in my office here at church. Thank You is just insufficient but sincerely, thank you for what you’ve done for me in this work of art. Got it already up on my Facebook page.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Mike! It was a long time in planning but it came out pretty close to what i hoped for! ✌️👊

[@santiagosonego2347]

Mm. M

[@santiagosonego2347]

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[@brookeggleston9314]

@@DavidAdamsen It's amazing what can happen when technology and handcrafts are melged into one, by someone who is *considerably* more than competent at both, and has the eye of a designer, to boot!! Fan - friggin' - tastic!! Btw, *melge* is a word created by an old friend - a combination of meld and merge . . .

[@lastnamefirstname6700]

@@DavidAdamsen pretty close? This looks amazing how could it have been any

[@richragan4810]

David you say thanks for watching??? Wow David we're the fortunate ones that get to watch an artist like you in action! Thank you!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers Rich! I really appreciate all the support! Viewers like you push me to get better! ✌️

[@laeladen4589]

Wow!!!!! Absolutely beautiful, David, and so thoughtfully made. This is a trophy that your friend will treasure as long as he lives. Truly, an heirloom piece worthy of your skill and a testament to your friendship. I really enjoyed the closing scene...made me laugh!!! 😂

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! People like you make it worth all the work! ✌️❤️

[@ThePapa1947]

Very cool David and a great remembrance of his hole in one. I was just happy the two times I hit the green in one on a par 4. Spectacular design and as always very relaxing to watch your videos. Take care, Gary

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Gary! Haha yes, I have never tried actual golf, but it looks awfully frustrating! 🤣

[@bryanholden6487]

David Adamsen, you've blown my socks off again! Well done!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Bryan!

[@danshep69]

Love it as just the lighthouse, not a golfer, gorgeous job!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Dan!

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Excellent lighting, camera work, and editing made this a real joy to watch! Your video skills rival your turning for quality and proficiency. Thank you!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Valerie!

[@windwizard100]

At the end, the first thing that came out of my mouth was, "Holy CRAP"! Your ability is over the top. Your video making skills are fricking great. What can I say,.......I'm impressed every time I watch one of your posts. I hope you don't get pissed if I "borrow" some of your ideas when I start my channel. Again, great work David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Rob! I really do appreciate that. And happy turnings to you!

[@suzetteedwards7956]

Once again you blow my mind with your creativity. When you did the ridges I thought, "lighthouse" I was doing good until you made the expensive tee. Then ❓ whenyou made the glass part, which is beautiful, back to lighthouse. Then I decided to just wait and see. Love the result.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Suzette! You were spot on! 👌

[@jenthevalkenborgs2729]

More PLS

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers Jenthe!

[@theghostskateboardtricks1185]

At a loss for words, guess I’ll just say “WOW”! Tex

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Tex!

[@texas8322]

As always, amazing. I would like to possibly get a video done of your planning of a project. How do you get the project from your head to the lathe?

[@DavidAdamsen]

This is an interesting concept, and i might consider doing something like that. I’ve also considered re-uploading some of my more complicated projects with voice over.

[@golakpatri9582]

Haa ha... wondering what's coming up.... Wild... Ahhh.. First time ever I saw some Non-bruished hand of yours... 😇😄

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers!

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

No wonder you took 25 practice sessions before turning this piece. It is gorgeous 🏆 The bloodwood? Perfect choice! Lighthouse motif? Wonderful idea! Lens w/sparkle diffraction? Innovative! Keep on, keep on my friend🙏 Stay safe. -Mike😷

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Mike!

[@garygronborg8154]

Very very cool! What a great idea.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Gary!

[@LivingstonBrothersWoodcraft]

Outstanding David!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Dan! 👊

[@MikeCiccolo]

Truly amazing craftsmanship.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Mike!

[@kennyhanson7543]

David you simply don't fail to inspire. I had no idea where you were going with it even when I saw the golf tee. A lighthouse... WOW! Beautiful project :) thanks for posting.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! ✌️

[@richardlaney2047]

Wow another masterpiece. That looks awesome.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Richard!

[@52JMD]

I really enjoyed this build!! When I saw the chain and the posts I knew it was a lighthouse, we live on the Oregon coast where we have 11 of them and we have been to ten . I really like your work. You have a new subscriber.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! ✌️

[@brucejones5879]

What an imagination you have, a gift for sure. I forwarded along to golfing buds.

[@RatedRWoodturning]

Man thats awesome! Proud to have my Tung Wax Finish being used on something so beautiful 👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Hey Brad! Thank you for sending it to me! This project gave me lots of varying applications for it! 👍👍👍

[@MCsCreations]

What an amazing work, David! 😮 Fantastic!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! Same to you!

[@rbdunn]

There are certain people in this world who are followed by all whomever see them. You are one of those people... thanks for sharing your gifts with us followers...

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Russ! I truly appreciate the kind words. Always learning and growing!

[@normataylor3124]

This was just crazy gorgeous. A work of art.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Norma!

[@leiflundquist468]

Surprised! A lovely pease of work. In sweden we call it fyr. A light in smog and darkness...

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Leif!

[@alanalee9437]

What was the remote lighting system you used David? Can you please tell me where you got it. Absolutely love the perfection and detail. So look forward to each of your pieces. Cheers!

[@DavidAdamsen]

I think i got these on ebay. They’re called Capstone LED puck lights. Probably on amazon too.

[@JohnMiller-pu2qx]

Well ...that’s very cool David. Think you had all of us fooled and guessing as to what you were making this time. Ha!...wonderful work and great idea for your friend. Very beautiful. I love the fact how your mind works to come up with these special projects. This was a fun project for you I know, and it shows in your work!👍👍👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, John! It felt like a whirlwind that took about a year to wind up and blasted me for 5 days straight. Hahaha! It was a good challenge in all the right ways! ✌️

[@youtukang]

☺

[@chucknichols4823]

That looks awesome. Lydia loves the lighting in the top. I love how the whole bottom looks with the color of the light house. Can't wait to see what's next.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much Chuck! And please thank Lydia for me too! Cheers and best wishes to you and your family! ✌️👊

[@DiemenDesign]

Very cool, loved watching you make this one.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@BigWillDaBeast6483dbeievdjd8ue]

David, I'm once again blown away 😯😲😳🤯!?! I don't even play golf and this is beautiful! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@fiberotter]

What an astounding gift for a friend's accomplishment.

[@felocarp]

David, your creativity, artistry and skills are in a league all their own. Just brilliant! Thanks!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Greg!

[@dactorjones2430]

Beautiful work and I couldn’t really guess what you were making until it all came together so great video as well.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Brian!

[@robertberthiaume9587]

Awesome!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers!

[@kellibrotherton2724]

Wow..... ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Kelly!

[@jarmstrong2843]

Boy, David! You out did yourself on this one!!!!!! Love the creativity and use of different woods, resin, including a golf ball. You are becoming quite an artist. I have been thinking about turning a light house for quite some time and you just fired up that inspiration in me to get out in the shop when things cool down. Thanks for sharing this video!!!!! Excellent wood turning and tremendous creativity!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! It isn’t perfect, but it was a challenge in all the right ways! Best to you and happy turning!

[@jarmstrong2843]

David Adamsen It’s the flaws that give wood turnings character. If things were perfect, it would make turnings a little boring; everything would look the same. I think you did just fine!

[@johndaniels7213]

Beautiful.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, John!

[@elfowl6873]

Absolutely beautiful Hole-in-one Trophy!!!!!! any golfer would be proud to own this!!!! thanks for sharing, David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@suziefisk6585]

Very gorgeous piece of art. Once your friend gets it I see many more requests coming your way. Is that a Sheltie?

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Suzie! That’s my collie, Chester!

[@chandrashekarsrinivas8473]

You all work and jobs and connesept are really great great vedio s 👏👏👏👏👏🇮🇳👌👍

[@СергейСтарцев-л2р]

You do really good job I watch you before I sleep and help me and my grandkid sleep

[@namikosai9466]

Soothingly relaxing to watch you create something so amazingly beautiful. A wonderful piece of art! Keep up the amazing work!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Namiko!

[@stuartscott9646]

Yeah, I clikced the like button. Would have clicked the LOVE IT button if there was one!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Stuart!

[@beverleydrew8069]

Heavens.....is there no end to your inventiveness! Worth learning to play golf for!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Beverley!

[@Torbjoern76]

Awesome. In swedish: fyr.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! ✌️

[@giantsfan1925]

Wow! Incredible job, David! I think if there was a woodturning contest on TV, I think this piece would win it. Cheers! 👏👌

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow thank you!

[@robnhannon]

Never seen Toon wood before. Beautiful.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! It is beautiful and very similar to cedar i believe.

[@Woodturning]

Hi, David! Just a CANNON !!! There are no words for an amazing result! I really liked it! Thank you very much, once again your work motivates me !!! Super! Take care of yourself! Vitaliy

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Vitaliy!

[@Primus54]

Absolutely phenomenal! I had no idea what you were crafting. As a long time golfer who has still yet to score an ace, I am hugely envious of your friend’s accomplishment, but even more envious of this beautiful piece of art you created to honor it! Cheers! -John

[@unclemoe5733]

Ditto, been playing about 50 years. Been close a bunch. Seems like aces are for the Pros or the really lucky hackers. I'm in the middle!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! I am not even close as i have never done actual golfing ever. ✌️

[@jimpike3489]

Stunning David, I love the way you turn wood with actual ridges, too may guys go for the basic round or oval shape. Love watching you create. Checked out your etsy site, on my pension your sales are too expensive for me, but I will save and get one for Christmas as a treat to myself.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Jim! I love a good challenge! I really appreciate you watching! ✌️

[@traceyrice]

I was absolutely spellbound until the very end. What a cool idea for a project! 💜

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Tracey!

[@LoveAndPeaceOccurs]

WOW! Bravo! Long and deep bow ... Thank You ... Not only does this video capture your supreme, creative and artistic talents ... Exceptional! ... No ... here we also find out what an extraordinary friend you are (Michael Horton seems to know he's lucky to have a friend like you.) I'm glad to just be able to watch your videos. Love & Peace to you Dear David and Congrats to Michael ...

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much!

[@АнатолийВладимиров-ы9р]

Great selection of music! A separate like for this.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! The music is one of the things I worry most about as some don’t particularly like it.

[@АнатолийВладимиров-ы9р]

@@DavidAdamsen There are people who are deaf to music. They can only be pitied. Further creative success!

[@MrPossumeyes]

Man, you make things of beauty. Thankyou for posting. If I had a coffee table I'd buy anything you've made, just to put it there and relax. Maybe put oranges or lollies in it. And just relax. You don't make coffee tables do you? Joking - very small income - can't afford a table never mind a piece of your work. But keep posting - a joy to watch. Thankyou from NZ

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! Funny you mention it, but i have plans to make some interesting tables, hopefully soon but we’ll see.

[@coverton]

That was incredible

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@raycave2829]

brilliant

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@rossthomas7425]

I was thinking light house at about 5:30 minutes, never saw the ending coming though. That's got to be a hole in one ball. My uncle was a golfer and kept his only one in a special case for 30 years.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers Ross! Yes, that golf ball was the hole in one ball!

[@PhillipBicknell]

I guessed lighthouse at about 6:15, then spent the rest of the video pondering the title. Nice. I come for the chillax of woodturning, but stay for the wonderful skill and invention. Thank you.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much Phillip!

[@oldguyzwoodshop6962]

Beautiful! Well executed! Had no idea where you were going with it till the end! 😀

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! ✌️

[@hendrikjbboss9973]

Awesome woodturning skills. Though I have respect for your skills and enjoyed you turning each part I don't like the final object.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@gregcrisp8743]

This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen someone create

[@franchescarizo1011]

ABSOLUTELY LOVE THAT! Amazing work! 😻

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Franchesca!

[@russelljones2069]

That is truly stunning work and amazing creativity.

[@joanbrown-hasan3502]

Awesome

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Joan!

[@search2learn776]

amazing project; good photography angles, beautiful music, good direction. you are an artist. salut from Iraq.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much!

[@joycecarter4597]

That's stunning! Well done!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Joyce!

[@jerrycoleman2610]

David, Truly a beautiful work of Art, really enjoyed watching your video & thanks for sharing.!.!.!.

[@flatbushmafia]

That was so cool... Couldn't wait to see the finished product

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Nigel!

[@roycolglazier1061]

Without doubt, the coolest thing I've seen on Y/T! @78, old man issues have squelched my career, after playimg from 13 when I 1st caddied until my back said "no mas" @74 I never carded an ace, but if a friend had gone to that length, I'm not sure but what the tears would STILL be flowing... Two yesrs late, I hope these observations get read, 'cuz this is simply outstanding work! Thanks!

[@ctfddftba]

It would be cool if you made golf ball sized spheres with different resins to disperse the light in different ways

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cool idea!

[@habakanaba]

Nice!!👌🏼. . . . . .maybe tomorrow there'll be 2 balls in LOL.

[@youtukang]

😊

[@farchameleon6736]

Looks great! Keep up the good work!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Hey Cam! Thank you! 👊

[@med1pilot1956]

Wow...just.... wow! Like nothing I've seen. How do you visualize these things?

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! It was a long planning process and an execution that barely worked! 🤯

[@balluderbaer2178]

realy nice work, in german is it a "Leuchtturm"

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@patriciaabell9393]

Such a beautiful work truly...each piece of the process had it's challenges... and you overcame them all... I hope you have a portfolio, and each project an extreme summary with just a few frames of highlights... you could present your portfolio at places that aren't hiring... and you would get offers around the block... that's how my mind works... love the resin feature and even the golf still... nice job!

[@jpwoodwork]

Awesome sir!! stunning work once again

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, JP!

[@robvanza]

A great piece and a great friend, I would've given him an ice cream cone with a pat on the back! 😂😂😂 Cheers!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Haha thank you Robert!

[@m-rstringer3750]

Mate .. almost without words ! [grin] What a project !! Whenever I see the first steps of getting something set into epoxy resin, I wait to see how much you'll allow to accumulate on your front before brushing it off. :D Hole in one on a par 4 ? - Michael must be a pro ..

[@PhilAndersonShadyAcresWoodshop]

A lot of steps in this project, David, but man, the end result was worth all the effort. Just beautiful! 👍 Phil

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Phil! It took quite a while, but one step at a time! Cheers, my friend!

[@dtork47]

Very clever, splendidly done! Love it! More of the beautiful Collie, we lost our Lady girl last summer! Cheers from MT and stay safe...........

[@DenisJava]

Congratulations Michael for the awesome hole-in-one! David, this piece looks wonderful. It took a few turns I didn't expect as it was coming together, but the final product is amazing.

[@daveb.misc.2589]

Very nice! Im sure your friend will treasure this tribute to his accomplishment. Its the best trophy he could receive for sure! Well done!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Dave!

[@diytothedayyoudie3913]

Wood turning it's not what you think. It's creativity.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers!

[@jimdawson5299]

As a life-long woodworker, I offer a suggestion. If you have a band saw, you could make a jig, and cut the corners off…unless you just enjoy turning.

[@kathleenrobertson5182]

Stunning yet again. I love that you mix different woods for different effects, and that epoxy globe is brilliant. The golf ball reflects just enough light in all directions that it looks like the beacon of a real lighthouse. You are an artist of the highest caliber.

[@WolfRidgeWoodworking]

I never know what you’re making, but it’s always amazing! Great job brother! - Ed

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Ed!

[@braidwooddesignstudio5536]

Very nice surprise ending - pure fun

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@sylvesterguszregan1643]

Really love this project. Wondering about the light and controller. I got a fiber optic project, a lamp/bowl

[@danalhona7143]

Absolutely AWESOME!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Dan!

[@matkirchild6930]

By far one of my favorite projects!!! What brand/type of LED light did you use, and where can I source one from?

[@diydarkmatter]

david beautiful work my friend . some serious thought involved and some beautiful wood . i got to ask what camera do you use cause you get incredible shots with it . great job brother .

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you dark! I use a Sony AX53. It does the job but it’s not super crazy good. Sometimes i have to do some grading in post.

[@diydarkmatter]

@@DavidAdamsen i dont know what you have to do in post buddy but it sure looks good . but in the end its just a camera . you do a great job of set up and camera changes you get that shot... alot . great job . look i know better then most wood turning videos are hard . making them look good with out cutting them to pieces and making them to long is super hard . great job my friend i have alot to learn from your videos . that go past what the people see . i know you understand .

[@jamesouimet5]

absolutely amazing!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks James!

[@alexclark6777]

I've seen some great turning videos but this truly was above par. I greatly enjoyed the anticipation of trying to figure out what it was going to be right to the end. Spectacular work!

[@piranaha157]

That is absolutely beautiful. I know someone who would love this. How much would you charge for a piece like that?

[@holzweg666]

Wow. What a great work. I bow my head to your wonderful work. I wish, I could work as awesome as you. Many Greatings from northern Germany

[@alcinolima2776]

David you are a artista.Parabéns.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Alcino!

[@sueq8862]

You surprised me with each piece, just when I think I know where your going, I’m wrong. Love that your using resin also.

[@З.З-в1г]

Вы большой молодец! Как же красиво😍😍😍!!! Успехов Вам! 👌👍👍👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@rachelelliott1674]

The resin shavings behave so differently compared to the wood. I think that would drive me nuts. Look at how it flies!