Making a Parallel Tip Screwdriver

[@davetarrant6888]

Thanks for showing the hollow grind process. I read about it earlier today but me not being a machinist I was having a hard time envisioning how the rounded sides was going the make a parallel sided end. Once you explained how you milled past the center point of the bit so from that point on on each side would be parallel to each other, the light came on. Thanks for the great explanation and video.

[@MrB82901]

Thanks for your educational videos. I'm looking forward to the Phillips driver build.

[@Friedbrain11]

I was amazed at the ease of use I had with this type of screwdriver. I worked on automotive instruments and truck instruments so these ended up being the only type I used after I found out about them. The small screws I had to deal with did not like regular type of screwdrivers at all. So a set of this type in various small sizes cost a lot more than regular ones but saved me having to fix faceplates and dials:)

[@brysonalden5414]

Even though I don't have some of your more high-end equipment, I always learn something from you. Thanks!

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Great project and tips for saving on handle materials.

[@ScrapwoodCity]

Pretty cool build

[@davidmachek6598]

I've been subscribed for YEARS and I just realized you're THAT Walter Sorrells... That's what I get for not looking at book jackets closer I suppose. Keep up the good work!

[@ronalddavis]

i like screwdrivers with hex shanks so i can use a wrench down close to the screw if i need extra torque

[@billchiasson2019]

Very cool video! The screwdrivers came out amazing!

[@g.simard854]

Wow this is some nice screwdriver !

[@lockpickingbelfast]

Not sure why someone gave this a thumbs down, some hearders about youtube these days, enjoyed the show and looking forward to the next one.

[@johnalexander2349]

Probably a Canadian. They get quite worked up when someone uses non-Robertson screws.

[@TSGEnt]

Always great to learn a couple things from you. Thank you.

[@willykanos1044]

I like it. I might have made the handles with facets - like with a hand plane - for better torque. It would have taken longer and I might have needed a ferrule on the butt end as well. They sure look nice.

[@NeillWylie]

You made a fine tool there!!

[@warlockcommandcenter]

Not sure why any one would give Walter shop class a thumbed down because these are well planned build lesson I think I would have used a metal lathe to made the handles but ether or I guess. Walter hope you take nice photo of the finished tool box. My son is 29 he is aWorks in IT and is more comfortable a set of miniature bits and socket like the I FIX IT sets. Cause he is always in to my knock off set. Think I’ll order him a set for Christmas. My son in law I have a “pilots helmet bag” full of tools reason one is I culled them from my chest to save space. Second He had a lot holes in his tools cause they were collected over many years. I’ll make sure they all have as much of a set as I can funny part is my daughter is more comfortable changing spark plugs then he is. So do I give her the small roll away chest I may add another rolling chest set due to a lack of sorting space. I have three roll aways and two matching uppers. Now but rehabbing two houses caused me to buy a lot of extra tools. Question do you have a junk draw. Seem like mine has grown I have sorted my screws and nuts & ect. but damn thing seem to breed new ones? .

[@johnrice1943]

That was awesome!

[@divs1023]

Long sleeves and lathes Walter, long sleeves and lathes!

[@Aleeknives]

This whole project is an exercise in over kill 😂😂 I love it! I jad never heard them called that before! Thanks again Walter!

[@VGranath]

Beutiful Walter!

[@Starman2440]

I guess I best not complain about the cost of buying a set of hollow ground screwdrivers. Much cheaper than making my own. The equipment he used is many thousands of dollars and one would need a shop to store it all.

[@502deth]

this video depressed me. seeing all of the grizzly machines reminded me of going there with my father when he was alive before they shut it down.

[@lakcountry]

Where would one find the screwdriver shanks to make a set of these ?

[@johnkrim8377]

LAKCOUNTRY , looked like he cut them from steel rod !

[@bryanbaker6767]

Grainger or McMaster_Carr

[@sumgai7]

Just *listen*, and pay attention, eh? - but I'll help you: keep reading: go buy, or order, some steel rod : "drill-rod", the type he mentioned was "O-1", and in the USA, either 1/4" or 3/16". He suggested Grainger or McMaster as sources -- you're not ordering "screwdriver shanks", you're ordering "steel rod".

[@Gosthone]

Hello ! This comment has nothing to do with this video but I'm looking for an answer😅 So I recently did my first knife from an old file but when I got to the tempering process my knife turned purple/blue. Can anyone tell me if it is a problem or not ? (Btw I tempered it at ~205°C (~400F) for an hour ) I just want it to be able to cut food and wood while retaining a decent sharpness. Also do I have to sand it or can I let this purple "finish" on ? (I kinda like how it turned) And if any of you knows a way to test for the hardness with common tools I'd love to hear about it 😁

[@divs1023]

The temperature of what ever device you used definatley over shot 205 probably around 280 give or take, the temper will not be as hard as the straw colour you were aiming for at 205, but for food it will be absolutely fine, it will loose an edge slightly faster but also will be easier to sharpen when needed. Then again if your not happy with it normalize the blade and redo the heat treat and temper.

[@Gosthone]

@@divs1023 thank you very much for your answer ! It reassures me a lot that I don't have to do it all again ! Thanks a lot !

[@divs1023]

@@Gosthone Anytime

[@Noideatall]

Video idea: fire safety, fireproofing

[@robcarnaroli269]

You should forge a brand that you can burn into each tool. That way if some one grabs one he's can prove it's his.

[@keithklassen5320]

I wonder if you could mill a flat on the part of the shaft that inserts into the handle, that way you could have a stronger anti-rotation feature without having to get into forging.

[@mackk123]

*A E S T H E T I C*

[@omzig18]

No honey I bought this 30k mill and 10k worth of cooling so I didn't have to buy cheap made crap screwdrivers. But really this is a great video

[@sumgai7]

@omzig18: Not sure what the snark/whine is here. YES: to make even *small* inexpensive precision parts/things, you need equipment. Making a small precision screw or nut might *actually* require a lathe or mill that costs quite a bit more -- so your point in making fun of of the OP is, exactly, what? How are YOU advancing the craft - seriously? Why do you get to poke fun at someone who's spending time and effort trying to help others, with your 10 seconds of snark? This is actually a pretty good and useful video, that's helpful. Your comment wasn't. Maybe think about contributing, vs. just slashing someone else who spent a LOT of time and effort to help others. Dude: *contribute* - don't just be clever (and a little bit petty).

[@c0nnys1]

Is Jake's friends the same as all us ? Jealous 😀

[@tropifiori]

Nice project. I think I will try this so thanks for the inspiration. You might try to lower the tool rest on wood lathe a hair. Frank

[@davidhelmuth5707]

I know I’m not your son and at 55 a little old but... 😂😬

[@yehonatanduvigneau9220]

First and second

[@couldbejokim4557]

Na, I be second tho!

[@thunderbolt8477]

Third

[@charlottesuleyman887]

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[@charlottesuleyman887]

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[@charlottesuleyman887]

Hi Guys 😍💋 💝💖

[@orson091]

viewers are down and calling it a flat head screwdriver just doesnt bring in an audience...