Kuksa carving 4/4 - Final steps to finishing a kuksa

In previous videos I have shown you how to carve a Kuksa to 90%. This is the final video of the Kuksa carving series! After watching all of my Kuksa carving videos you should have the know how to carve your own. Of course we might have a different set of carving tools, but the job can still be done, it just may take a little longer.
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[@lorisb1513]

One of the best kuksa videos on the internet. Sweet Nic Westermann Twca cam too.

[@outsideagencyuk]

Super enjoyed coming back to these videos after a year of carving since I have seen them and a few kuksas made. It's only have made some you understand the work you have put into getting these streamlined workflow down. A joy to see you work so efficiently, like you have to when your aim is to reduce time. Thanks so much - going to follow this technique next time and see where that goes. The Whittlings.

[@LarryHyett]

Thanks for all your videos Jeff. I've watched them about 10 times and I've finally made my first kuksa. Lots of learning! These videos were inspirational and educational. Thank you again.

[@nathanearley]

Such a fantastic looking vessel. I'll have to add that to the old wish list. Great work!

[@lotsofwoods]

Thanks Nathan Earley !

[@ossu.entertainment5761]

one of the greatest kuksa styles i have ever come accross!

[@lotsofwoods]

Thank you very much OSSU.Entertainment ! Thats a very humbling compliment!

[@petertumminaro4528]

I think the tool marks make it look much better than sanding. Great job thx for the video.

[@walleyefishinrod3115]

Great series Jeff. You've inspired me to try a Kuksa. Wish me luck!!!!! Take care....Rod

[@lotsofwoods]

I wish you luck walleyefishin rod ! Its just a cup, so dont make it too complicated. Or think of it as a big spoon!

[@magfedmike]

Thanks for posting these up! This series and the video on sharpening have been very informative! Keep up the great work!

[@Thespoonpeddler]

Thanx for the video series. It was very informative and I feel I can give a shot.

[@alanmyles6433]

Nice series Jeff. Very well done.

[@lotsofwoods]

Thanks Alan Myles ! Lots of recording and editing to make all them videos! I just hope they help!

[@knownaigm]

Killer piece and some great tips for beginners like me.

[@lotsofwoods]

no name thanks! Great to hear, glad I could help.

[@phillallen01]

Another excellent video Jeff keep up the good work

[@lotsofwoods]

Thanks Phill Allen !

[@Mike-fn4ls]

Hey Jeff, Great series and I really appreciate you taking the time to make these videos. I have only done a couple of kuksa; both freehand with just axe, knife and curved knife. Could be time to bring the vice and twca cam into play! Thanks again bud

[@caerphillyHero]

The toggle could work well with stirring the contents of the cup. I love it.

[@knivesstuff]

Awesome! I will try to make one :) First I have to forge a gouge, a carving knife and that round knife that looks like a spoon. Looking forward to the projects and I might make a toolmaking series on my channel!

[@SkogKniv]

Great stuff Jeff, enjoying the videos!

[@fergusrb]

I like the little facets your knife puts on the outside. As you turned it in your hand to me the light would catch it. Also gives more of a hand made look to it. very nice. Now I have to go back and watch the others. :-) Thanks for sharing.

[@lotsofwoods]

No problem Bruce Ferguson ! Thanks for the comment! Hopefully theres enough videos to help you get the job done! Take care

[@fergusrb]

Thanks

[@rios4175]

Sure makes a difference with nice tools

[@Zedoutdoors]

Great walk through and the end result looked stunning ....you forgot to show the oiling! Kidding ;) Many thanks for taking the time to share the process dude ~Peace~

[@lotsofwoods]

I was going to make another video on oiling haha. Thanks again Zed Outdoors for the comment!

[@tn.timbushcraft6850]

Hey Jeff, I know you recommend using tung oil but was wandering if you oil both the outside and inside or just the outside. If you could do a video showing the oiling/finishing process it would be awesome dude. ;) Thanks for all you do to help dummies like me learn how to carve!

[@OKBushcraft]

They sure come out pretty

[@lotsofwoods]

Its the wood! :) English walnut.

[@galenlong937]

Awesome Series Jeff, New sub, to you, Love the look of that Kuksa. I'm going to have to try that myself. Thanks

[@lotsofwoods]

Galen Long Glad you like the videos! Stay tuned !

[@gulfmedic1]

Jeff using the Tongue oil can you put hot liquids in it or just plain water?

[@Isaacallison777]

great video, very helpful

[@PrimalEdge]

looks awesome!

[@lotsofwoods]

Thanks Primal Edge ! I appreciate the comment!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

Was the wood dry when you did the finishing? It kinda looks like it is.

[@lotsofwoods]

+hoshnasi I carve the cups green, let them dry for a week or so, then add the final cuts!

[@rushley5813]

I too use the duct tape thimble trick it's definitely a life saver

[@brianwilliams4395]

how many times did you have to cut your self to perfect your cutting technique;) Ive learned more from cutting myself than not. but its worth it when you see your finished carving:)

[@tn.timbushcraft6850]

Hey Jeff just a bump in case you missed my question below. I'd sure like to hear your thoughts on outside oiling or inside & out. Thanks bro, Tim

[@lotsofwoods]

TNTim Bushcraft Inside and out. Wash the inside of the cup before using it, and expect to smell or see a little oil at the top of a warm drink for the first time. It goes away though!

[@tn.timbushcraft6850]

Jeff Ballantyne Many thanks brother!

[@HamRadioCrashCourse]

+Jeff Ballantyne (Lotsofwoods) do you soak your Kuksas before oiling in warm water?

[@lotsofwoods]

I do not soak them before oiling.. I think oiling while dry does a good finish. I also oil the inside and outside.

[@alexanderbone2913]

Jeff Ballantyne is that wood black walnut? Its very pretty.

[@RaindanceBushcraft]

Jeff, how big a log did you use for that kuksa? It kinf od seems like it was an 8-inch diameter, but I couldn't tell you why I think that.

[@markcash2]

I wish your internet links still worked!

[@sunbakedbear]

Brilliant! I've been carving kuksas for fun for a number of years but it takes me SO long to make them (months, part-time). I'm excited to go and pick up a few of these tools and hopefully it'll take me a lot less time! Do you do a salt boil on yours before adding the tung oil?

[@lotsofwoods]

spb283 No salt boiling! Apparently the salt would help the drying process, and help it dry slowly after using it as well, but with certain wood types this doesn't seem to be an issue. Plus boiling messes up the beautiful grain!

[@predator4151]

nice.. i love it

[@spencerhill64]

hi you had a stand at midnight madness in bobcaygeon kawartha lakes.. i was wondering if i could by one of your kokas that looks like the one in the video? i live your carving keep it up spencer hill

[@csheltn]

Looks great! How much total working time do you have invested in that kuksa?

[@Viziter9]

Great work! This cap?

[@Arturi79]

А из какого дерева вырезана кукса? Очень симпатичная получилась

[@jaymofophonic]

hey jeff, great video series! Are you using green wood? if so whats your drying process…half open plastic bag, wood chips, kiln? i've had a few green birch kuksas crack and its a real bummer

[@radagast6682]

I have watched many people carve Kuksas, and have one question. Why do you make it with the outside of the log as the top, and the center of the log as the bottom? It would seem that the other way would lend itself to the curve of the bowl of the Kuksa.

[@rubenv3026]

Doing it this way will give you those nice concentric circles inside the bowl. Also it is said to be stronger but I'm not sure if that's actually the case

[@radagast6682]

@@rubenv3026 I was wondering about the best way it keep it from cracking.

[@patriciaraney3749]

Is Tung oil food safe?

[@Viziter9]

What kind of tree is this?

[@bolterboy]

question: if I used some store bought Basswood from the Woodcraft store, do I need to do the salt water boil or could I just slap on a few coats of walnut oil? I'll be using it primarily for coffee/hot drinks

[@fcxzb]

Hi , what is the scotch tape on your finger ? Really nice video !

[@muddog1561]

Tung oil is good for food use?

[@suecollins3246]

Yes, but it's very expensive and takes a long time to cure.

[@timmey1978]

Hi Jeff! Thanks for a great channel! Tried using tung oil in my kuksas but the taste never seem to stop no matter what I drink from them. Using same oil as you so im in a bit of a haze. Do you thin it prior to use?

[@suecollins3246]

Are you sure you cured it long enough? Tung oil takes forever to cure and does have a slight odour but once it's cured there should be no taste.

[@user-wv3mj5ke4x]

можно ссылку на инструмент где купить?

[@Zakosstudio]

в описі під відео є вся інфа про інструменти

[@chudowood]

прикольно!