Woodturning - My Favourite Project (Must Watch!)

I am never sure what to get my mum for Mother's Day, so I decided to make her something this year. She has a Gucci watch with a bee emblem that she was given on her 21st birthday, but unfortunately, it hasn't worked for a few years. I came up with the great idea of getting the watch fixed and presenting it in a custom watch box. That's when the plan went to pot. As I am a massive lover of horology I didn't think it would be suspicious if I was to ask to see the watch, with Mum not knowing my intention of taking it to a jeweller for repair. Unfortunately, it couldn't be found the first time she looked for it. About a week later (while making the box) I decided to ask again, I didn't want to come across as suspicious, so I wasn't asking every day, but the watch still couldn't be found. After this more thorough unsuccessful look, I decided to tell mum what I was doing.
The watch still hasn't been found but there are thoughts within the family as to where it might be. Until it's found, I guess I will have to use it for one of my watches.
The box is made from Ash, Panga Panga, Pau Rosa, and Birdseye maple. I tried to use timbers that mean a lot to me, and help to show off my skill and craftsmanship, did I achieve that?
The piece is sanded to 10000 grit and finished with Danish oil and wax.
I will be making more of these pieces, as I said horology is a passion of mine and I was to create custom boxes for all of my watches. If you are interested in commissioning a piece send me an email 😁
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Disclaimer:
My videos are for entertainment purposes only. Some of my techniques might not be the "best" or safest, so when using any tool or machinery always read and understand safety/manufacturers guidelines first.
And Yes, I'm aware that wearing gloves while woodturning is considered an unsafe practice. The gloves I wear are tight-fitting and don’t have any loose threads. I wear them for the protection of my skin. This is a risk that I am willing to take, however I am still very conscious of the potential danger and I do not touch any spinning parts of the lathe. DO NOT copy my actions if you feel unsafe doing so.

[@lindagoldberg2325]

Mum must be quite delighted.

[@SuesOriginals]

As a mom I can tell you for sure that your mum loves that box because she loves you. Nice work, young man.

[@rambladesmanmoe6291]

Beautiful piece Harry. Thank you for sharing your imagination and skills with us.

[@darrylbuckett5380]

That is one beautiful watch box, so elegant, classy. Cheers

[@molliebrower6353]

So beautiful! My husband turned me a box similar to it. It sat on my desk at work for years and came home with me when I retired. You just made a family heirloom. Well done!

[@amandatallis9875]

Hi Harry all the bits of wood you used have lovely grain and are nice colours. You always amaze me with what you turn to me you are a very talented, intelligent and a masterwoodturner. The lidded box is magnificent and unique yor mum will really love it as she does you. Thank you for yet another brilliant video from Amanda xx

[@mikehooper3392]

Fantastic work the Tudor looks at home in it new box

[@madeleinegombert661]

You do Amazing Job every time.

[@rebeccaloader4111]

Oh, my, gosh! That is so beautiful! ❤❤

[@carolriley8472]

What a gorgeous box...I'm sure your mom is thrilled!

[@uniqko]

Beautiful Wooden box

[@dottyharbison7156]

Absolutely gorgeous lidded box!!

[@alangibb3100]

Harry, what a great piece there it turned out amazing great stuff

[@peter-radiantpipes2800]

Love your precision with the machinist bits.

[@_zhawkeye_9808]

...yep...that sure is beautiful...! So...I'm guessing the brand of that watch is "Must"??? Matt

[@jeanlong4285]

Very cool gift box. Beautiful wood.

[@oneshotme]

Beautiful!!! And you did an excellent job making and turning it Harry!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@jpwoodwork]

nice work

[@sonyhk3824]

Wonderful job Harry. Cheers man 👍

[@Tchefter]

👌wonderful👌

[@angelamartin7535]

Nice work❗️💕💯%

[@denocro3586]

Awesome work Harry.

[@Lutzboater]

Gorgeous, just gorgeous!!

[@therelaxingwoodshop7495]

Another great one Harry

[@CharlesAAnnen-rh4mk]

I'm confused, but don't let that slow you down, your Mother is probably thrilled

[@oldcharlie5533]

Very nice...good contrasting

[@bradwiebelhaus7065]

Very nice.

[@yaserfoozy671]

You are an artist I love it

[@MASI_forging]

What an awesome design. You did it well. 😄😄

[@davidrodgers6480]

Two questions; 1) Where can I learn wood turning? 2) What type of 'glue' and 'activator' do/did you use?

[@lenshandcraftedwoodsigns6033]

Very beautiful.

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Very nice!

[@rogackithornton5120]

Very nice

[@Lee-qp6gf]

nice turn, Bro.

[@ErgonBill]

Wow that's gorgeous. Have you ever considered fashioning a tuba from wood - yew in particular? Why? Because everyone enjoys a good yew tuba. I'll see myself out. 😁

[@crystalswenson8844]

WOW!

[@KosalUniverse]

Good skill

[@HarrySmithWoodturning]

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[@georgesouza4866]

Just. A single word: B R A VO.

[@knothead5]

Interesting with the use of the roughing gouge for turning. However, I cringe when I see gloves worn around power tools.

[@arturbruniec7758]

Bardzo eleganckie.

[@mahmudsaidych5731]

Обрезать углы куба ленточной пилой - работы на токарке на полчаса меньше...

[@user-xs9oq1bt4c]

😂😂😂😂

[@mr.p9882]

If you only had the gumption to talk and explain what you are doing...had to stop the video after a minute or so, I do not watch those who won't talk...

[@amberallen6046]

Nice Watch, beautiful case for it too, send that video to Rolex ; I bet you could get a contract from them for their "very special" customers !! wink wink

[@edcleasby1120]

Some really strange use or on use of a square ...or squaring wood