Thank you for your time and effort that you put into this video, it’s much appreciated.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25615 күн бұрын
My pleasure! It is nice in a small way to believe I am bring you guys along. Thanks for watching. Andy.
@Dan-zb7vn3 ай бұрын
A 38 minute video that could have been a 5 minute video without the 33 minutes of waffling, I have given myself a pat on the back for enduring the whole video 😮
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25613 ай бұрын
Hi, yeah, I do think looking backwards to this video I could have done it differently and shorter. I guess the only defence I have is I am not a professional youtuber and I need some more friends to talk too Thanks for watching, much appreciated. Andy.
@jayfromtexas6718 Жыл бұрын
You couldn't have timed that any better! Just sat down with a little salad for lunch. As you know I've really been looking forward to this particular tutorial. The few I've done have the rubber tips. I'll be changing those with copper. It'll make me feel like I'm stick making while the next nine months pass while what I've got cut are drying. Thanks again for readily sharing your knowledge with us neophytes. Stay safe my friend!
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Thanks Jay, just found an analytical tool button. Seen other comments.
@RayClosel-hf6cx8 ай бұрын
Awesome video thanks very much for your hints and tips and also your enthusiasm. Cheers from Western Australia!
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching, Andy
@DougVeazey-zl3xz2 ай бұрын
Thanks. I now know how to put tips on my walking sticks.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25612 ай бұрын
Hi,thanks for watching and commenting. Andy
@yvonnecampbell49065 ай бұрын
Love it , .. just been out in a sadly neglected hazel wood near an ancient red sandstone castle carved into the gorge up in Scotland... home and debarked a lovely hazel staff.. great information on your video, thanks! you are making some beautiful sticks there.. would love to have a go at making the crook, you are very skilled .. magical!!! ✨️
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25615 ай бұрын
Hi, sounds like you have found a magical place to go stick harvesting. Enjoy your crafting as each stick is different. Thanks for and the supportive comment.Andy.
@Steve-yu5pf5 ай бұрын
I like the idea of making your own tips, nicely done, thanks for the video.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25615 ай бұрын
Hi, It's just one of may ways myself and many other people put tips on a stick, but it's best suited to hiking sticks being off-road as it lasts longer in this role.Many thanks for watching and commenting. Andy.
@jplieurance2 ай бұрын
I got some great tips from this. Thanks!
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25612 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching and supportive comment. Andy.
@darvinpreece6017 ай бұрын
A thought, or two-short, equally spaced, stainless nails/pins on the furl for decoration. 6, or 8 would polish very nicely and give some contrast with the copper. Also, one stainless in the middle of the fuel end of the staff may give a little extra wearability since it’s harder than copper-maybe. If you ever attach a separate handle, please use a grade 5, or 8 to attach it. I personally had a nice cane with the handle attached with a common grade 2 bolt. After a year, or so of use that bolt broke in two and caused me to fall. Luckily I wasn’t hurt, but I could have been hurt very easily. Also, I use sone clear polyurethane on the inside of my Ferrells. It help Yemeni last longer and seals out moisture. I put that on wet and brush a separate coat just on the top juncture to insure no moisture ingress. And Flitz will polish copper to a very nice shine. And a tube will last for a long time. It doesn’t take much at all to polish a feryl.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi , Glad you were not hurt on your fall.i don't get asked for canes simply because there is so many people specialising in making them as their main crafting sticks. I 👍 the idea of different pin colours.Happy crafting.Andy.
@davidishere2553 ай бұрын
Great video and thanks for the teaching.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25613 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching and commenting on this video. Andy.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths2561 Жыл бұрын
Hi, yes it was well overdue due to address the tips manufacture. My next topic will be the attachment of items to the shaft as with the Epoxy part of the job.Ill need to use my wife to video me as its messy and time important. Time will pass quickly and before you know it you will be working that wood you have harvested. Thanks for watching, Andy.
@michaelgelunas111311 ай бұрын
Hey man thanks for this video! I just started making hiking sticks & want other tip options. Ive thought about copper stopper type tubes & then screwing in a big bolt which could even be made to a point but yours seems easier & effective.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths256111 ай бұрын
Hi, I have experimented with various tip options including trying to make a spiked end cap. I did produce a nice prototype, but could I could not consider selling as it was bordering on possibly dangerous if mishandled. I may come back to the design and see if I can soften it's profile so it's application of a hiking stick tip is more refined. Many thanks for watching.Andy.
@JJCish4 ай бұрын
What do you use to take away the wood to make room for the copper? Sander, chisel? You do a great job in making the copper fit snug on the stick.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Hi, I use files, small block planers,powered sanding, Spokeshave, sandpaper, etc. Once you have done a few, you get a feel for the amount of wood you need to remove. Thanks for watching. Andy.
@shwetachowdhary23904 ай бұрын
It’s so good 👍 👍
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching. Andy.
@Cedrz3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25613 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching, I apologise for talking to much as it's been pointed out to me. I realise it could have been shorter. Much appreciated you watching and commenting. Andy.
@johnbright-ty5mj6 ай бұрын
That was brill,ive kinda took the hobby ,if you want to call it that,very professional i was never good at that kinda stuff.but made this
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching and Happy crafting. Andy.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi,thanks for watching and happy crafting. Andy.
@waynehaylett66627 ай бұрын
Cool start,when you planning a visit back?
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi, unsure about that yet. But portugal is calling .Thanks for watching, Andy.
@markrichardson66292 ай бұрын
Try using 28mm copper tube on the larger diameter sticks, it will save you chamfering the stick. Look out for a swaging tool, it's used to flare the copper tube, this will help fit to the chamfered stick.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25612 ай бұрын
Hi, I use 28 mm for my Bushwhacker model and valhalla model. These are heavy gauge items. As I have small profit margins, using the heavy gauge would be expensive but also heavy for sticks that fall into the category of Hiking and multi day hiking sticks where weight becomes a factor due to unnecessary stress and fatigue over time and distance. That tool is something I will keep a eye out for at sale's and car boot sales to see if I can get one cheaply. Your right, it would help with difficult tips. Thanks for watching, Andy.
@rhyslogan64904 ай бұрын
I like this idea but I don't want to chamfer certain sticks to preserve the "rustic" look. There's a tool called a swedger that I use at work, it can stretch the copper pipe to the desired size although the length is limited. I'm going to explore that idea
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Hi, that sounds interesting and I like your Idea but the great thing about crafting is that what ever you choose to do or how, it's going to be right. All the best with your stick crafting and enjoy the experience. Thanks for watching and commenting. Andy.
@sweetchariotengland4 күн бұрын
Yes man! Subscribed! A man after my own heart I started with mallets Then did a long run of shillelagh which sold very well I'm now doing Yew longbows for sale. Sticks are righteous, I would be honoured if you would come check out my work. Much love
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25612 күн бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching, I will have a look tomorrow. Your very talented and can turn your hand to anything. I am interested in bow making content at the moment, by the way. Thanks for watching. Andy.
@itmaslanka24 күн бұрын
Could you put some stain and maybe a couple of coats of polyurethane! I think I could grow one in 38 minutes!
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths256123 күн бұрын
Hi, I appreciate the watching and commenting. Yeah, I realise now after a few mentions, it was a bit long...lol .Andy.
@brunomaelstrom88233 ай бұрын
Nice to see your work ! I am interested because I also use copper tube for my stick tips but a bit differently. I keep some extra length of copper, like 12 mm for 24 diameter stick, and then hammer that copper at 45 degrees angle while turning the stick all the time so that the copper closes on top of the wood, more or less sealing it … it’s a bit tedious requiring hammering for 20 minutes non stop but the result is super … I finally add a bit of C.A. Glue to finish the sealing of the tip … hope this may be of interest to you. I am in french Alps near Annecy and make some sticks only for a hobby and walking in the hills or mountains nearby … using different woods like black locust, dogwood, chestnut, hazelnut, blackthorn and hawthorn … it’s nice for me to share tips with other makers !
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25612 ай бұрын
Hi ,I like your idea hammering the copper tips over at the end. I have been to the mountains in France and they area spectacular. Thanks for watching and commenting. Andy.
@waynehaylett66627 ай бұрын
So when u cut copper pipe what end would you slide up shaft first,? Please can you let me know,I've asked few questions but haven't had answers it's shame I really enjoy watching your videos 😊
@johnellison90226 ай бұрын
check at 19:25, when he files out the burrs that end goes on first, the other end you leave the chamfer and it holds the stick better.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi ,Sorry my sincere apologies, I am hopeless with this kinda thing. I do have a video about copper compression tip making but the end you file the cutter crimp flat-topped the tubes side walls is the end you you slid first to the hiking stick shaft. Much appreciated you watching the videos. Andy.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching. Andy.
@johnbright-ty5mj4 ай бұрын
Brill
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Hi,thanks for watching.
@stephenjohnwylde59554 ай бұрын
I cannot believe you sprayed near your camera 😏
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Hi, My wife has suggested that my thought process is lacking on occasions ,lol Thanks for watching .Andy.
@biblicalstickcraft2825 Жыл бұрын
Hello Thanks for the video Must say that i do prefer a closed ferrule which are normally brass not copper Further if i install a copper pipe i put a supper glue on the exposed wood. Yuval
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths2561 Жыл бұрын
Hi, That is intriguing the use of superglue. I have used other types of of materials and commercial tips and even copper pipe blanks. This method I am using kinda seems to suit my style of stick (The back woods kinda feel).Thanks for glue tip for tips.Thanks for watching, Andy.
@no1init2534 ай бұрын
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@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Hi, Thanks for the support and watching. Andy.
@user-or9vi8nf7l4 ай бұрын
Do you ever put a cap on the end
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25614 ай бұрын
Hi, 99% just the copper compression tip but if requested I have put a rubber ferrule on over the copper. I am more than happy to do this for customers. Thanks for watching, Andy.
@user-or9vi8nf7l4 ай бұрын
@@hiddenvalleyfootpaths2561 thank you I was just wondering if it was a good idea
@fimethr62486 ай бұрын
love the accent it reminds me of Fable 😂
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi, From the badlands of North Cornwall and a hint of Scotland thrown in. Thanks for watching. Andy.
@stroys706123 күн бұрын
Way too many extraneous words. Couldn’t watch the whole thing.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths256123 күн бұрын
Hi, I have got better regarding filming and editing. I do have a more recent version about copper tips.Thanks for giving it a try.Andy
@ronjones68608 ай бұрын
Mine were JUNK
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi,sorry to hear.
@ronjones68608 ай бұрын
JUNK !
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25616 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching, Andy
@cecilsturge59845 ай бұрын
Wastes too much time talking Just get on with the action. Anyone can see what you’re doing and would know how to do it .DONT waste my time.
@hiddenvalleyfootpaths25615 ай бұрын
Hi, yes I am guilty on occasions of talking just a bit much. Not a natural at filming and the art of editing. Hopefully, it's getting better. At least KZbin gives the option of fast forwarding...lol.Thanks for watching. Andy.
@LukeSeeleygamertagisV3XChintzy5 ай бұрын
You should be able to make the videos you want to make without toxic feedback like that, we can fast forward or even speed the video up to get to the info we want but if you want to make very informative videos then please do so and don't let people impose their will on you
@ianr59784 ай бұрын
This isnt proper stick making by a long chalk... watched a few of these vids and there are a lot of things wrong with the finished product... no traditional skills at all... look at vids by good UK stickmakers ( not American) and you will see a huge difference... the Guild of master stickmakers have a lot of standards applied to stick making, for all kinds of use... I havent seen any in use in these videos.
@user-vi2hn2ky2y4 ай бұрын
Really? It seems you know what you’re doing. I don’t think you need to be rude. Others aren’t as articulate as others.
@brunomaelstrom88233 ай бұрын
Not very polite, even if he was my employee I would not speak like that ..