Woodturning: This Wood is Like Cement! 😳

[@chemmii]

Retired wood worker and finisher/ refinisher, 50 years in the business. Black palm is now my new favorite wood.!! I have seen it before but never worked it, but now, seeing it turned, and especially the intensely spotted end grain, which heavily reminds me of the coat of a "King cheetah" which is much more dense and figured the than the normal spotted cheetah, search on KZbin if interested, ...I will soon be on a quest to obtain some of this beautiful wood for myself.!! Thank you so much for exposing me to it's precious heauty.!! Sincerely, Sam...

[@mamm7223]

What can I say that hasn't been said? Your videos are addictive, your camera work is excellent, your talent and craftsmanship are unsurpassed, and your work it beyond beautiful. Thank you, sir.

[@jussikuusela7345]

Gorgeous. The black palm has an intriguing grain.

[@LivingstonBrothersWoodcraft]

Stunning! Folks, Adamsen is one of the finest wood turners on KZbin. Well done, David.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, Dan! Woodturning is a joy to share and it’s such a blessing to have such talented and encouraging people like you to share it with!

[@ACKSWOODPASTE]

We agree

[@skipclavell]

... and in the category of Best Cinematography in a Wood Turning Video, the Oscar goes to...

[@DavidAdamsen]

🤩🥳🤓☺️

[@beverlylumley4150]

OMG.... that is one hell of a video, perfect music, camera angles and finished projects. Congratulations

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Beverly, I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

[@aldegelacaille6097]

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[@barbaradeselle4287]

The black palm wood and inside design is out of this world. I watch a lot of wood turning channels and have never seen black palm before. Your goblets are absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing your time and talent❣️

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Barbara!!

[@farchameleon6736]

Dude you have improved so much, I still have the goblet you made me and I can see the improvements in the details and the types of wood you use. Your projects are becoming more ambitious than ever. Keep up the good work man.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Hey Mr Chameleon! So glad you enjoyed it! Yeah it’s a new year and a new me as they say haha!

[@sandramartin6323]

I will come and clean up for 6 months if I can have those goblets....OMG...I can't get enough of this....You are the best...

[@DavidAdamsen]

LOL thanks Sandra!

[@christinarobinson1163]

I am only add to all of my other comments, I consider you a “Master” in your craft. I didn’t know such talent existed.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Christina. You’re very kind.

[@elfowl6873]

The most beautiful wooden Goblet's I've ever seen!!!! wonderful!!.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow thank you so much! It’s a blessing to turn!

[@robvanza]

I can see that the materials that you work with talks to you and that is what makes your work pieces of art and just something that was turned on a lathe! Beautiful, I love it!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Robert I truly appreciate that!

[@mamasimmerplays4702]

I love the way the timber shines in the lathe after a smooth gentle downhill cut. It's like it's already polished a bit.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks. Yes, a proper push stroke while riding the bevel can leave a very smooth surface!

[@AndysCornishCreations]

Hi David....the goblets are beautiful...I love the black palm...and combined with the burr its stunning....I must get me some!! ..lovely video...great work...All the best.....Andy

[@DavidAdamsen]

Andy, thank you so much! It really is gorgeous stuff, and worth it! Cheers!

[@TheCraftyMagnolia]

The Black Palm is beautiful. I am amazed at your patience working with it. These are gorgeous!

[@jaceknowak3770]

This Black Palm has an absolutely amazing texture! For the first time I see this species of wood and I am delighted with it.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Jacek!

[@rossthomas7425]

LOL, I watched the video before I read your description. Yeah, I've worked with black palm ONCE. It is an absolute nightmare. Sure it's pretty, but if it isn't suddenly exploding off your drill press, it's exploding off your lathe. That's if you even get the tool to even bite the wood with any kind of consistency. Out of 4 trys, I made 1 pen. KUDOS for the work!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Ross, yeah it was definitely a challenge with the black palm wood. ✌️

[@MsSittinTall]

WOW just, WOW!!! ❤ I don't have the words, just beyond beautiful!!!

[@lylebrown6132]

Well I must say from the start of this video to the end you had my attention. Your opening is just great and to end with the same skyline was just as great. Your choice of wood was spot on. I really did not catch what the stems were made from, but the spots in that wood look fantastic. I've never seen such beautiful wood as that. Your whole goblet when finished was just beautiful as well. You sir are a credit to your craft. Thank you for sharing this.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Lyle! I'm really glad you enjoyed the nature shots! Maine is a beautiful place.

[@cynthiacollett6233]

Seriously mesmerizing videography and stunning work. Just WOW!

[@ЦанкаИлиева-з4х]

Толкова изящество, толкова красота, такова великолепие !!! Немея пред уникалния Ви талант, достоен за най- високото отличие !!! Вие извайвате предметите, които създавате, Вие творите !!! Поклон пред Вас !!!

[@arnaldovinagre4350]

Hi David, amazing craftsmanship!!! I mean, to get all those goblets the same shape and form.... Congrats!!!!! Sycamore and the black palm wood, what a beautiful combination!!! Really marvelous!!!

[@staceyritchie7100]

It's amazing that you can turn an old piece of wood into something stunningly beautiful with a little creativity and TLC. Beautiful as always.

[@ritalowrie1296]

Those goblets are beautiful. I also love the grain of the black palm. Well done 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Torbjoern76]

It's like meditation! Thanks for this piece of art!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much!

[@brucereed1658]

Those are impressive pieces.I didn't think black palm could look so good. Love them.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Bruce! Yeah, black palm gives a high natural polish, so it's worth the trouble! Cheers!

[@brucereed1658]

@@DavidAdamsen I have a piece that I bought on-line. When I got it I was disappointed in it's look, so I put it on a shelf. It's been there for at least a year, but now I'm going to find to make with it.

[@DavidAdamsen]

@@brucereed1658 Sweet! Good luck with your project! What did you have in mind to make?

[@EricOnYouTube]

Ever since I found your channel, I can't stop watching. Your creativity is amazing.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Eric!

[@janekeleher3090]

the burl is exquisite! Beautiful job! And the black palm is out of this world!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you Jane!

[@philipreynolds3819]

Very nice! The contrast in woods is wonderful!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, Philip!

[@JohnMiller-pu2qx]

Again David.... those are just beautiful goblets. Loved your insight into using those wood species. Adds great contrast, and at the same time visually it pulls you in. Awesome job!!!!👍👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

John, thanks so much! This was a fun project! I had originally planned to use bloodwood for the base and the stems, but I realized it would be wasting too much wood. Plus, the spalting and black palm really complement each other. It was a lot more extra work than I bargained for LOL! Cheers! And Thank You again!!!!

[@denisgilbert1653]

Your work on the lathe is fascinating and so is your work with the camera ... bravo David 👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Denis!

[@garythomas6866]

What spectacular goblets the Black Palm really sets the Sycamore Burl off super video great talent David. Thanks for sharing.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Gary!

[@davidmorgan7522]

I thoroughly dislike turning palm wood but I definitely love the result! Your goblets turned out beautiful. Thanks for sharing. Take care, Dave

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Dave!

[@jonathanwaters206]

Why do you dislike turning palm wood

[@Kiki-vz5tk]

what an awesome pair of goblets! I am speechless

[@untonyto]

You inspire me. Art is beyond words but you add discipline to genius.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you!

[@valeriehenschel1590]

Nice elegance in shape, and choice of woods!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Valerie!

[@janicelucas8561]

U r ability, 2 look at a piece of raw wood, then turn it into, something so exquisite, I s still amazing 2 me!! U r the best!! Thanks.

[@matkirchild6930]

By far your channel is one of my favorites!!!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much!

[@julianclarke7178]

Wow , stunning David, thanks so much for showing. Jules, Droitwich, England

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Julian, glad you enjoyed it!

[@chandarussell]

Wow, just stunning pieces. That black Palm is amazing and it really sets the dark grain in the goblets off.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Chanda!

[@briardsnz]

Stunning pieces, the woods, design and craftsmanship! Your videos are so beautifully produced too. No words needed, just sit and bask in watching the tools working on the wood. Really, really enjoyable to watch.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much. I really appreciate that!

[@haydnkett5345]

Absolutely beautiful pieces David. Your work is incredible

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Haydn!

[@davehanson6915]

Great project. Love the close up shots to see the fine details

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Dave!

[@richdbolduc]

Stabilizing black palm helps a ton. Its's technically a grass like Bamboo is

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks for your comment, Rich. A few people have commented that, and I would have never thought of doing that. Makes sense though.

[@soonerlegendspodcast]

Sir you’re a hell of a craftsman. Beautiful and stunning pieces

[@bonniegallimore7687]

David you have such a gentle touch when you are carving small items. Im watching the video where you are making the glasses . Itz wonderful.

[@susanjoynersnodgrass9766]

Beautifully made!! I didn't know you could turn Palm wood. It's georgious when finished!! I also just subscribed.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much Susan! Yeah black palm is probably the most difficult wood I’ve turned. Cheers!

[@ronferguson9695]

So elegant....and a pleasure to watch.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Ron!

[@freyallarganswald4746]

Beautiful work once again David. 🤗 the grain on the black palm is incredible. Thank you for sharing your work. Best wishes from fife Scotland 🤗💕🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much! Cheers!

[@ACKSWOODPASTE]

JUst beautiful! Interesting choice of woods, they compliment each other perfectly. I have never seen the black palm, I certainly will buy some of that. Keep up the great work, enjoy your videos!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! And thanks for sending the product too! Will definitely be using for more projects!

[@brianmclaughlin2621]

ACKS WOOD PASTE hi I’ve been turning for a year now I’ve been watching the results from your paste would be very interested to know if there is a supplier in Scotland thank you

[@ACKSWOODPASTE]

@@brianmclaughlin2621 No Brian, we cant do the supplier in other countries, there are too many laws. We ship to Canada and the UK quite often if you want to write to our website I will explain. Thank you.

[@edwardstone1654]

Jaw dropping skills. The most incredible beautiful end result. A true master of his chosen craft. Remarkable really.....

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you, Edward!

[@kennethfuquay2010]

David, outstanding results! I am in agreement on the turning qualities of the palm. Extremely hard wood, but very eye-catching! Really enjoying your channel! Keep up the great work.

[@WoodenItBeNice]

Hi David, I don't know how I missed this video. A great pair of goblets and the Black Palm Stems works brilliantly. Take care, David. Cheers, Huw

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Huw!

[@brianmclaughlin2621]

Beautiful work and a lovely combination of wood 👌👌 Nice relaxing music to go with the video first class

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks, Brian!

[@GordonRock1]

This was a true pleasure to watch, David. I have never heard of Black Palm before and it is gorgeous! I am going to send my channel sticker to you and would be pleased to share yours on my channel if you’re interested. 👍👍🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦 Happy turning, .....Gord

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Gord! I appreciate that, yeah I’m pretty sure black palm isn’t actual wood by strict definition. It’s basically straw that is cast in cement... incredibly hard and brittle. Cheers! 👍🍻

[@4n2earth22]

That black palm is stunning wood; never heard of it before. Nice work!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Yes it really is unique stuff it’s essentially like straw that’s stuck together with cement. Incredibly hard and brittle.

[@phillipbartlett1819]

That was amazing work. Both the video and end product is incredible.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you very much, Phillip!

[@craigdekeyser6824]

man this composition for the video is amazing

[@ivanj.conway9919]

These are works of art, My Brother, without a doubt. Very beautiful, indeed. Again, the music was outstanding, as well. Lends to the work, so well, and creates extremely, soothing videos to watch. Thank You. My Best. Out.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much, Ivan!

[@Cryshalo]

I love the colouration of that wood, gave an amazing result.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks! I wish I could take credit for that, but I can't. Haha!

[@srlmvf]

Beautiful pieces...hard woods are difficult to work but but at the final you feel very satisfice with the great result, congratulations, Sergio

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Sergio! So true. Often the more difficult thing is more rewarding!

[@rossthomas7425]

That Mahoney's walnut wax is gorgeous.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers!

[@sgtcrtrdnl]

Those goblets are gorgeous! Great job!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Daniel.

[@adalavin8648]

These are breathtaking!

[@ThePapa1947]

Very nice work. The combination of the wood is excellent. I have a small piece of wood I have been wondering what it was. Sure looks like the black palm wood you used here. Great video, Gary

[@DavidAdamsen]

Gary! Thanks so much for watching, I love your work. Cheers!

[@ThePapa1947]

I love your work as well. I will be watching more, Take care, Gary

[@moonwoodworks4607]

Very nice, the different wood on the stem is fabulous.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much!

[@shaunfelton2046]

So good! I got lost in this video!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Shaun!

[@MrPossumeyes]

Things of beauty in "18" minutes..... great stuff, man however long it really took! Beautiful goblets!

[@benjaminschaad2190]

Just happened across your videos. They’re so relaxing. I assume there’s a certain science to wood turning. But you have a real knack for highlighting the art of it. Cheers.

[@marycatherinelebouef-op4hf]

The woods you’ve used in this video are stunning, so when you shape and wax them they become unbelievably gorgeous! Your skills are aboveboard and you are so talented that I believe the wood goes into shock! LOL You are amazing! Bravo!

[@lesleyyoung5730]

That Black Palm is the sexiest wood grain I have EVER seen!

[@JordanWoodwerx]

Nice job David! That black palm looks amazing!...Bruce

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Bruce!

[@Christina-hk5wu]

Just came across you yesterday, love watching you create.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much Christina!

[@milanradak269]

I couldn't make them match nearly as well. Thanks for the video

[@DavidAdamsen]

Cheers! It was difficult, but there are differences. Proves they were hand made! 👍

[@dawnlineberry4539]

SIMPLY MAGNIFICENT !!!!!!! 💛💛💛💛💛💛

[@elizabethjohnson475]

Gorgeous work! Regards from far north California

[@CSGPhotos]

You sit, are a true artist!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Christopher!

[@MCsCreations]

Really amazing job, dude!!! Beautiful work! 😃 Those woods are pretty impressive! 😮

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much! I can’t take credit for how gorgeous the wood is though 😂

[@MCsCreations]

@@DavidAdamsen But you can for chosing them! 😊

[@GabiFodorrasRO]

Super...big like !!! Friend you are very talented ... Congratulations on what you do !!!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you so much, Gabi! Cheers!

[@jayhundley9727]

Stunning. I think black palm wood is one of the most beautiful woods there is. I love the fact that the goblets are identical. That's an issue that i have and I've thrown away a few projects because I wasn't able to get them to match. Subscribed.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much Jay!

[@dianefiske-foy4717]

I love watching your videos! Very relaxing. Beautiful work 👍🏻👏🏻💫🥰‼️

[@diydarkmatter]

nice work david .i really like the contrast .

[@DavidAdamsen]

Dark! Thanks so much! Cheers my friend!

[@GHuber-xh5vv]

What a wonderfull pair of handmade art.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thank you! ✌️

[@SuperKabookie]

Your work is so good and your videos are just therapeutic to me!😄✌🏻

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much Cheri! Glad you enjoy them!

[@skyhunk]

Stunningly beautiful work! Everything works to create a whole -- takes my breath away.

[@786hunzavalley]

Excellent... nice video, this black palm wood has same appearance as snake wood on my snooker cue... lol

[@DavidAdamsen]

Wow nice! Snake wood is expensive stuff! But super gorgeous.

[@antoniocarlosfaria2381]

Amazing simplily. Emotion All the time!

[@braidwooddesignstudio5536]

Just simply beautiful!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Judit!

[@jodidavis6595]

Wasn't sure those two different woods would look nice together but I guess that's why you're the craftsman and I subscribe to your channel... Lol. Your the best 👍🏼

[@ndek458]

Amazing work! I love that black palm!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much Dusty!

[@ndek458]

@@DavidAdamsen lol i honestly just watched your video and straight to ebay for some black palm...lol

[@DavidAdamsen]

@@ndek458 Spot on!

[@terrytenley9327]

Nice work here.. I do not have experience with sycamore but with Black Palm. Palm is in the grass family of plants and the end grain reminds me of a large group of straws bound together..The wood lacks annual rings. As for turning palm it’s different and can be flaky and chips out much.. Thus small voids are created. Sanding the wood is somewhat hard to do. You have done a great job here bringing out the contrasting colors of the wood..

[@ForcedNersherbyJMcKee]

m8 i have to say that looks bloody beautiful, colours go awesome together.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Jay! ✌️

[@michelerussell9044]

Wow what a beautiful contrast in woods. I would love to own them.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Michele, I will hopefully get them on Etsy some time soon. I've been slow to upload them, because I love them so much haha!

[@suzetteedwards7956]

Holy cow. I just stumbled across this. What can I say? 1. Those goblets are stunning! 2. That black palm is a fascinating wood. Gotta get me some. 3. Your video, with the extreme close ups of tools cutting at regular speed is almost sensual. Subscribing!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Suzette. Cheers!

[@dtork47]

Once again incredible tool handling, great choice of wood, superb finish and wonderful style! Your 2020 is already nicely creative! All the best from MT

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much! Cheers from Maine!

[@Maria-di9wb]

Prachtig werk, mooi in beeld gebracht. 👍

[@DavidAdamsen]

Hartelijk dank, Maria!

[@kerylorbsmultidimensional4214]

Gorgeous. Great music too 💜

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks very much!

[@littlelily601]

Black Palm is so beautiful! The site I was on yesterday looking at and discovering exotic woods, I saw some black palm. I didn't get any because the description had me thinking it wouldn't be a good wood for working with hand tools. I just ordered a Dremel rotary tool this morning, though. Maybe I could try working it with the Dremel. I love the contrast in those goblets. You chose the perfect wood species combination for them!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much, Amanda! Black palm is super hard and brittle, but worth the pain!

[@MrAudienceMember2662015]

Fantastic mix of woods. The black palm doesn’t show much detail on my tiny screen. I could wish that one could feel it when in hand. A lovely pair of goblets.

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks so much.

[@carolriley8472]

Wow, they are so beautiful...absolutely love them!

[@DavidAdamsen]

Thanks Carol!