"Hot Blooded" Hobby Knife

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Preparing Acrylic Blanks for Turning: • Preparing Acrylic Blan...
Preparing Wood Blanks for Turning: • Preparing Wood Blanks ...
Below are links to the tools I used in this video, or similar tools that will perform the same job. “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.”
Blank Prep:
Rikon 10” Bandsaw - amzn.to/3eOULP8 (Craftsman not available)
Blank Cutting Jig - www.turnerswar... (Search for Blank Cutting Jig.)
Blank Centering Jig - amzn.to/2S4fC7r
Machinist Square - amzn.to/3gM6BQb
Deburring Tool - amzn.to/3UlMJ45
Drill Press - amzn.to/3cUrwJl
Drill Vise - amzn.to/34Yv4aC
Pen Tube Insertion Tool - amzn.to/3bLeGfW
Play Doh - amzn.to/2xTUw4V
Epoxy - amzn.to/2VOaTYI
Craft Sticks - amzn.to/2KrrHQ5
Barrel Trimmer - amzn.to/36nUQpb
9” Delta Disk Sander - amzn.to/2yINGiA (Craftsman was not available)
9” x 150 grit replacement sandpaper disks - amzn.to/2Y1U0fO
Abrasive Disk Cleaner - amzn.to/3D3HtLX
Rafter Square - amzn.to/2Xo4bcy
2” C-Clamp - amzn.to/3aBstoj
Sanding Jig - www.turnerswar... (Search for Sanding Jig)
Jewelers File - amzn.to/3bRN5Jp
3/8” Bottle Brushes - amzn.to/3eNOhjJ
Turning Accessories:
#2 MT 60 Degree Drive Center - amzn.to/2TmpUzB
#160 MT Degree Live Center - amzn.to/38U6Sqs
#2 MT 60 Degree Live Center - amzn.to/36F27Qg
#1 Mandrel Saver - amzn.to/2Tu6LfZ
#2 Mandrel Saver - amzn.to/2XiEdYb
Tools:
¾” Roughing Gouge - amzn.to/2uGkpDM
¾” Skew - amzn.to/35ozkSV
1/8” Parting Tool - amzn.to/37H3W09
Detail Gouge - amzn.to/37Gmz4o
Chucks:
#1 MT Jacobs Chuck - amzn.to/38oxhfL
#2 MT Jacobs Chuck - amzn.to/38rwDOU
Collet Chuck Set - amzn.to/37e6gf0
Collet for 3/4” Stock (Not Included in set with chuck) - amzn.to/2RAikAv
26 piece set of E-32 Spring Collets - amzn.to/39GYI5K
Nova Chuck - amzn.to/2W3v1YG
Nova Mini Jaw Set - amzn.to/2vVzNN8
Bits Taps & Dies Starter Bits - amzn.to/36blqjN
27/64” Drill Bit - amzn.to/2VxDBOX
Drill Bit Set - amzn.to/3apKt6d
M10 x 1 Die - amzn.to/33cd7EG
M10 x 1 Tap - amzn.to/33670S6
M13 x .8 Die - M13 x .8 Tap - Tap & Die Set - amzn.to/38oxFLf
#1 MT - Tap & Die Tool Holder - amzn.to/3awtFtY
#2 MT Tap & Die Tool Holder - amzn.to/2NJu4zK
Sharpening: Rikon Slow Speed Grinder - amzn.to/2TIq2LR
200 Grit CBN Wheel - www.woodturnerswonders.com (Call For Proper Fit: [phone])
Wolverine Sharpening System - amzn.to/2xMPZBp
Dust Collection: Dust Deputy - amzn.to/3cdxOUF
Dust Right Lathe Dust Collection - amzn.to/2Pvd2pW
Craftsman 16 Gallon Shop Vac - amzn.to/2T6Nz8w
Finishing:
Turning Sandpaper - amzn.to/2RziHLP
100 Grit Sandpaper - amzn.to/2zm5twl
Zona Paper - www.turnerswar... (Search for Zona)
Non-Stick Bushings - amzn.to/392M5l4
Penn State Thin C/A Glue PKCAFIN www.pennstateind.com
Starbond Aerosol Activator - amzn.to/3832Fjr
Starbond Medium C/A Glue - amzn.to/2T5zMif
Micro Mesh Pads - amzn.to/2GFigKU
Renaissance Wax - amzn.to/2I3Zb5O
Buffing Wheels - amzn.to/2teAz6D
Milescraft Pen Press - amzn.to/32zjn8Z
Metal Lathe:
0000 Steel Wool - amzn.to/30Mr9M0
½” Aluminum Rod - amzn.to/3at0Ej1
1/2” HDPE Rod - amzn.to/30EyTiU
Mineral Oil - amzn.to/2v7NQ1A
Brushes for Mineral Oil - amzn.to/2TCREl0
Digital Calipers - amzn.to/2NLuJ3t
HSS Cutting Steel - amzn.to/2RBM8Nm
HSS Parting Blade - amzn.to/3auoIC8
Punch Tool - amzn.to/2XXClpD
Metal Marking Tool - amzn.to/37o7Gnr
Other:
#1 MT Taper Mate Morse Taper Cleaner - www.woodturnerscatalog.com
#2 MT Taper Mate Morse Taper Cleaner - www.woodturnerscatalog.com
7/16” Wrench - amzn.to/3ePikr6
Acetone - amzn.to/2yovew5
Nitrile Gloves - amzn.to/2TIpNjV
Parker Ink Refill (Black) - amzn.to/2REsVux
Parker Ink Refill (Blue) - amzn.to/2TFsLp4
Parker Refills with Springs (Black) - amzn.to/319RW4O
Thin Rip Jig for Table Saw and Router Table: amzn.to/2wl3WFU
Pen Disassembly Soft Grip Pliers - amzn.to/32wWeUG

[@jameslacy9892]

Just got my knife kits from Bullseye turning. I loved the hand written thank you note and two pieces of Jolly Rancher candy. Shows they care. Can’t wait to turn these. I love the way the blade is tightened from the rear because as I commented earlier that I’m left handed and exacto style knifes loosen up as I use them. Thanks again for this video!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Please send a photo after you turn them. I love their quality

[@jameslacy9892]

I got the knives turned. How do I send pictures?

[@RJBWoodTurner]

@@jameslacy9892send it to my email. [e-mail]

[@NathanGould-nw8wp]

It is a beautiful blank and a nice hobby knife.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Nathan. Regards, Bob

[@kwstasantwniou243]

Difficult material to turn as it brakes very easily but it came out beautiful . Thanks bob for sharing !

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Kwstas. Regards, Bob

[@theezeelife292]

That blank is beautiful. Definitely going to look into Bullseye when I get my lathe.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

That are a cool family owned company with come amazing products. Regards, Bob

[@freshcut6952]

Great looking blank and great job of turning

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you. Regards, Bob

[@tommiestrydom973]

Amazing looking blank. Great video

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Tommie, I hope you’re doing well. Regards, Bob

[@lawrencealdridge-yk6dm]

thanks for another great video been missing you teaching !!!!!!!!!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Lawrence, I’ve been changing it up a bit because the views on the teaching videos dropped to nothing. I have been looking for something else that might keep people watching. Regards, Bob

[@JohnHoyt-h9d]

Using your bench grinder, just reduce the diameter of the area past the drill fights to get chips out. I sometime reduced the O.D. and use only 2-3 X the drill diameter to drill with.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

That is a very interesting idea. I may need to give that a try. Regards, Bob

[@jameslacy9892]

I’m glad you made this video because I’ve been looking for a hobby knife like this because I build model planes and the exacto style knives don’t work for a left handed person like me. The problem with them is that the tightening device works loose as you use them. The knife you made tightens from the back end and should not loosen as you use it. I have turned a lot of pens in the past and have no problem making one. I will definitely order a few kits. Thanks again.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Hello James, I’m a southpaw too, I never knew that about standard hobby knives. I sure hope this knife will work with your model making. Regards, Bob

[@georgewilmore7599]

The skew makes a triumphant return. Great looking blank!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you George. Regards, Bob

[@davenewkirk1642]

Very nice looking blank, great idea for a hobby knife. You are convincing to turn acrylic blank.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Dave, You should give one a go. 😀 Regards, Bob

[@Postcard_Collector]

Love the hobby knife idea!! Would be nice to see a 3pc set in box, knife pen and pencil. Like a gift set or desk set . Could be good for a long form video to make the box or desk rest that matches!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you, Great idea, I’m just not getting the views I use to and three kits in a video is expensive. I will make a note and if things pick up, I will consider this as it is a really good idea. Regards, Bob

[@matthewrichards5941]

Another nice turn, Bob. I love that blank.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Matthew. Regards, Bob

[@CrossCutCreations]

Dang, that's a good looking turn. Those hobby knife kits are awesome.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Robert, I really like them and I’ve used my other one so much that I need to pick up a new blade for it. Regards, Bob

[@morganfd36]

If the cut off piece of the blank is big enough you can use it to make a cap out of it

[@RJBWoodTurner]

I was looking at trying that. I measured the cutoff last night and it is roughly long enough. I think I will give it a try. Regards, Bob

[@robertd3091]

Sorry sir it's been awhile since I watched a full video. But I really liked your older educational video's they taught me a lot. Question is when and why the power sander and what grit also is there a video for using it

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Hello Robert. I like the power sander because I don’t like sanding. LOL. With it I can sand a blank in less than a minute using the following grits: 120, 150, 240, 320, 400, and 600. Because the lathe and the drill are both spinning, I don’t get any centrifugal scratches. I don’t have a video on it yet but it’s just a foam backed 3” hook and loop arbor and a multi pack of hook and loop sandpaper. Here’s the details from a presentation I did at a pen turning show in March: Look for a set of disks with grits that meet your needs. The higher the grits the nicer the finish. Start in the 100’s and do not skip grits along the way. Amazon Links: Hook & Loop Sanding Disk: amzn.to/48xAdq5 Replacement 3” Sanding Disks: amzn.to/48zqPSD (This pack has 40, 60, 120, 240, 320, 600, 800, 1,000, 1,200 grits. Look for an assortment that meets your needs.) I recommend testing on a couple scrap blanks because too much pressure will remove too much material way too fast. It takes a light touch but once you dial it in, sanding stops being a chore. Regards, Bob

[@erikanderson4819]

That kit is awesome. Would love to get a couple. Not seeing the link in the description.😢

[@Lutzboater]

Me also. I guess he forgot

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you for letting me know. I forgot to add it. It’s there not: Bulls Eye Turning bullseyeturningsupply.com/ Regards, Bob

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you for letting me know. I forgot to add it. It’s there not: Bulls Eye Turning bullseyeturningsupply.com/ Regards, Bob

[@Lutzboater]

@@RJBWoodTurner Found their site and ordered a couple of the items you featured. Very nice shop for turning supplies.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Their kits are I believe all American made.

[@alanmullock381]

Beautiful 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎😎

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Alan. Regards, Bob

[@NathanGould-nw8wp]

Hi I can't find the we'd site for the blanks and the hobby knife.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

The hobby knife was purchased from: Bullseye Turning Supply. www.bullseyeturningsupply.com Facebook.com/BullseyeTurning 10% discount with code: RJB15 Regards, Bob