Making Benchtop Metal Cutting Shears

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I reckon these bench top metal cutting shears will be very handy in the workshop. I've always fancied having a go at making some and even though I really wasn't sure how well they'd work they actually work extremely well.
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[@FORKLIFT-POV]

Love how you use the washers for quick and easy yet accurate rounds. so clever!

[@tbroken]

I love it. And after just recently taking my first ~2hr welding class, I have a new appreciation for laying such a nice weld as you did on each of these bits!

[@mdevidograndpacificlumbera1539]

I was just thinking last night how I need one of these for my shop. Lo and behold you post this! Great work Pask, well done. Your a gentleman and a scholar

[@mrmulticraft5149]

Overall a nice job. I would replace your pivot bolts with "shoulder bolts" which are machined to a proper OD to fill the hole, (and they are Grade 8). The Grade 5 zinc coated are only meant to hold by "compression" they're not meant to resist the "shear forces" like shoulder bolts are. Also you should know the thicker the material you're cutting the more gap you need between your blades. 3mm (nearly 1/8" thick) won't hurt to have .010" - .015 gap. (rule of thumb the gap should be at least 10% of material thickness) I would open up the overall gap then slip a thin shim behind your bottom blade for your thin material, and remove it for the 3mm + and it should cut no problem. I wouldn't change the bevel angle on the grind you've done well.

[@homie6801]

I really like your content mate. It gets tiresome when makers are always doing over the top click bait crap. I like that you seem to be very practical and to the point.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much - glad you're enjoying the videos! :)

[@deliaguzman1138]

You are the most creative, mechanically inclined, and talented makers on KZbin. Well done!

[@christofix]

what a great build man. You are a very smart man!

[@maxpower1293]

Building this thing by yourself is just incredible. I can't understand how somebody don't like this. It's awesome. Greetings from Germany.

[@Cowboy_Ash]

Your skills are top notch. But your down to earth attitude is what really makes you better than most. Greetings from Texas, USA.

[@richardadams1337]

Fantastic project! You made it look so simple. I just got a new mig/tig welder and can't wait to tackle a project like this.

[@MRrwmac]

Pask, You’re right, that did turn out to be a fantastic project. On the “cutting edge” of DIY technology!

[@akquicksilver]

That is really a sweet job my friend. I love that you just go for it and you get fantastic results. That is skill and talent, a rare combination!

[@donovanlucibello6420]

I could totally watch you create these super practical things all day. Cheers!

[@bigpete4227]

Just watched a couple of resto vids on these things and then along comes Pask and actually makes his own! Top draw mate.

[@bigpete4227]

Prima16 ok, try this one. Up your’wers.

[@OldDunollieman]

@Big Pete Ignore the pimply faced little grammar Nazi, he's probably one of these pencil necked geeks that lives in his mothers basement playing video games lol.

[@bigpete4227]

smcliffhanger492 no worries mate.

[@ZEUS-eg8jw]

@@prima164 - (T) "top drawer" not "top draw", you little shithead ...!

[@sexmoochogranday]

@@ZEUS-eg8jw I think the adjective that could also fit is that he's being pedantic over something so trivial. Get it? I'm be pedantic to bring to light someone who's being pedantic! X'D

[@InstrucTube]

That's pretty sweet, man. I've never seen someone actually construct their own metal shear. I've seen some restorations/repairs, but this turned out really nice, and it'll do 3mil sheet steel? That's impressive for a first try homemade piece. Nice job!

[@ovidiub13]

That spring makes the whole thing A+. Great work!

[@charliedalmasso4672]

"hoo that's nice ! " make me smile, it's the same reaction i have when i build something that actualy work as intented :) Great work !

[@talltimberswoodshop7552]

Great job, Neil. I always your videos first when they pop up. You have a real talent for practical content and you make them easy to watch and listen. I agree: No click bait!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much mate! Glad you're enjoying the channel! :)

[@azyfloof]

Love the way you jump-cut than angle iron :P That's beautiful work! :D

[@jessegimbel]

Man this is beautiful. Excellent craftsmanship on every part. You should be really proud of this.

[@393strokedcoupe]

"Ooh, that's nice!" Lol. Great practical build there Pask. It looks to cut beautifully.

[@andrew5792]

Neil, suitably impressed and I'm sure that now you have it in the shop you will find many uses for it. 👍

[@sikkepossu]

That was a great build. Cutter seems to be working flawlessly.

[@RobertFay]

Nicely imagined. Nicely crafted. Nicely done, Sir.

[@vtbn53]

Probably the best build video I have seen - great stuff

[@genin69]

I love that there is a formula one race track outside his place and you can hear them whizz past now and again.. brilliant stuffs

[@JDnBeastlet]

Wonderfully designed and executed. Thanks for much for bringing us along for the ride!

[@mcdishcloth]

well another incredible build, you make it look so simple. this has me asking what do I need metal cutter for so I can try make one. thanks for making and sharing. impressive

[@josephperegrinosolomon8648]

You are truly a gifted man. I always enjoy your videos even though I will never make this. Great video.

[@gilbertoorozco197]

Oh my, you got a any man dreams garage/tools setup, seen all those machines and very well organized makes me feel happy to see something so beautiful, love it!

[@sapelesteve]

Yet another awesome build Pask! That came out terrific & looks like it works great. Nice job mate!!

[@ianvicedomini2648]

What a fantastic piece of kit.. brilliantly built mate and thoroughly enjoyed the video, very impressive.

[@vishwanpurandat8302]

For this is give you an A+. Wonderful step by step explanation. Always a joy to watch you at work. Keep up the good work.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Vishwan! :)

[@JEE_13]

Awesome project and results! You never cease to inspire.

[@joetke]

When things seem easy to do, experience is just hiding behind. Thank you Sir! As entertaining as instructive.

[@hansdegroot8549]

Great project. That really turned out very well. Thanks for sharing.

[@bclaus0]

Thanks for shearing

[@budwoodman1716]

Marvelous !! I'll say it again, you are the "Diresta Down Under."

[@SethKotta]

Don't you meant Diresta is the Pask of up north?

[@asztapaszta9]

@@SethKotta Exactly!

[@alext9067]

Actually, I don't think there's any comparison. Pask in a class of his own.

[@KLIDIMARIA]

@@alext9067 exactly.Diresta is a click_baiter in my opinion,Pask is a real craftsman.

[@researchandbuild1751]

Diresta ... Seems like a weirdo

[@allanh4803]

That was an excellent video. You have some quality trade skills there my friend. I particularly recognised that you didn't go into great significant details for the hardening and tempering processes. Loved it mate, well done.

[@Mike-tb2hw]

Projects like these are why I’m a Patreon subscriber. Your creative knows no bounds! Fantastic video!

[@marcussmith3848]

Great little project and love the humour and little frills you put into the videography.

[@bobjones9727]

As usual, great craftsmanship. Really like that belt sander!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Wow! So cool! I wasn't sure if you would get through that thickest steel, but you did. Great video!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Bruce! I won't be cutting 3mm steel again with it though, I was just seeing what it's capabilities were! :)

[@davidharvey5672]

Very nice indeed. You certainly have a huge range of talents. Thanks for sharing

[@harryscratch212]

You are amazing sir, you make everything seem so simple. I am in awe. 😊

[@negotiableaffections]

Enjoyed it immensely, Neil. Congratulations on your new belt grinder [and what a hungry thing it is - rounding off those curved pivot plates!]. I've come to recognise that some 'mistakes' are actually natures way of saying, "hang on, you might want to try it differently" and those are sort that you have! Great work as usual.

[@cheffrin3751]

You know, I try my best to watch all of your videos. Not just because of your immense talent, but because of your honesty. You show your mistakes, where most you tubers wouldn't. I appreciate how human that makes you!

[@manickn6819]

Excellent. I have been considering making a shears for some time now. Files were what I had in mind actually.

[@danielfilion225]

Wow very well made. And I sure appreciate the lack off blabber. Some guys seem love hearing themselves talk and they ramble on and on . You are a man of a few words and that is great . Thank you very much for that

[@joeromanak8797]

Pretty impressive. I’m one of those guys that builds tools and gadgets for some special project and by the time the tool is finished I’ve lost interest in the project it was for. So, I’ve got a well equipped workshop with precious little actual production. But I’m building one of these! Very nice planning and execution. Love all your stuff. 😎👍👏

[@ambroscustom]

Fantastic build, definitely going to give it a shot. Must tool for workshop. Good job.....

[@AsymptoteInverse]

I'm very impressed how well that thing works.

[@AegisAegus]

I really appreciate how you explain the process as you go. Great content and super informative!

[@jeanneduchene5394]

Very good job. You handle metal as artistically as wood. Very impressive. Very creative.

[@aliasks6559]

I like your work very much! Detailed, clear, to the point and inspiring! Thank you!

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Awesome Metal cutting shear you made Sir. Outstanding !!!!!!!

[@Yonatan24]

Wow. I was just thinking of making bench shears a few days ago. Thanks!

[@williamemerson1799]

Man, that's an excellent build/video. One fine bench grinder ya got there.

[@deobob]

Absolutely cracking build. Well done mate bloody ingenious

[@patrickperry6945]

That is nice! Excellent job! That magical way you cut the angle irons was . . . Uh, magical.

[@Rick_Bagnall]

Beautiful job! looks like it'll last years giving good service!

[@Zogg1281]

That is brilliant and definitely going on the list of things I'd love to build! Keep up the good work 🙂👍

[@jayh8490]

i would just like to say i love your channel. were on lockdown basically because of coronavirus so i've been going through alot of videos, love the work, love that you show issues you run into and love the content. hope you all are staying safe and best wishes from Canada!

[@More-Space-In-Ear]

Your going to love that sander, so many other youtubers have the same and it’s a godsend... Great project Neil, well done 👍🏼😊

[@isaacray8530]

Hey! Great build, thanks for sharing. I had a thought on the stand placement for the grinder; if you want to to see the previous placement on the floor then mark out the foot print with a sharpie/ permanent marker so your not goin in circles for a final location. Cheers and thanks again.

[@paulangus715]

That is a nice cutting shear Neil! Keep up the great content, just awesome.

[@mozismobile]

That turned out really well, I'm impressed.

[@chexstix]

Truly excellent! And genuinely fresh, innovative projects.

[@billsutherland2128]

You have a very strong gift for mechanical engineering and physics! I've used tough nylon or plastic washers between the metal parts on my projects just to reduce the wear and tear and prolong the life of the machine. Great video, keep them coming. Please make a metal (flat and pipe) bender with various sized dies that will bend accurate angles. Bill from Minnesota, USA

[@rickpalechuk4411]

Sweet project Neil, that would be super handy in the shop. Gonna make myself one too. Thanks for sharing, Cheers

[@richparker7778]

You are an amazing craftsman ! Thanks for sharing your videos.

[@TheAnimystro]

Awesome stuff. If it ever starts to bend in the back you can always just beef up that bit and use it for another few years! Great build thanks for sharing. Also I enjoyed the animation/effects you did a la Frank Howarth very much!

[@patrickcahill1932]

Top drawer stuff Neill, you're a talented man 👍

[@johnwurst6691]

Great project! I had to make shears during my apprenticeship in Germany, still got them 30 years later. Cut many panels with it and fixed numerous cars! Essential small workshop equipment! And BTW: shit, you can weld 😁!

[@markfryer9880]

@@prima164 Bet that made you look after your equipment more.

[@alfredodokaj7177]

Uuuuuuhhh that's nice !!! That's satisfaction. As always great job Pask

[@pacowang283]

You are. a man of many talents. Great build! Your welds are fantastic. I am a lot jealous

[@TheMarionetteKitty]

I know this video is old, but I’ve been binging your channel. I love your videos. This cutter is awesome. So satisfying watching it slice those metal bits.

[@lint2023]

Two awesome tools. Shear and that new grinder!

[@markcnc]

Great project, just great ! ! ! ! Sometimes ya just never know what tools you're going to need until you need them. So for those that ask why, well, you wouldn't understand.

[@anderssorenson9998]

You make such well made videos, they are a joy to watch.

[@mmd1957]

A most excellent build, informative and enjoyable viewing, thankyou.

[@eln74]

Man oh man, that's one helluva cutter Mr. Pask...!!

[@artrobert0875]

Man, you have a gift. Love your content.

[@bobkelly2447]

I've been thinking of making one of these things ! and you shown me I can ! thank you ! now all I need is the metal ! thank you ! Bob.....

[@PaskMakes]

Glad it was helpful Bob! :)

[@tuckera1879]

Yaaay! More tools! Btw that's one heck of a side cutter

[@thomasklink3766]

That turned out GREAT. Good video as always.

[@Made2hack]

What a fantastic project! Great build!

[@Simsy5861]

As always, another first class project. Cheers

[@zordanxxx]

Nice shears, may I suggest the spinning shaft where the blades connect be closer to the blades (to the cutting side) that diminishes the pressure you need to cut and the cut will be cleaner too.

[@SethKotta]

Love it. I don't do metalwork. I have no need for a metal cutter of any kind. I kind of want to make one of these now.

[@SharkyMoto]

it is easy, not easy to invent but building it can be done easily if you have the tools and know how to use them. if you cant weld, well it gets a bit tricky, but if you have a welder and some scrap metal, a sheer is fairly easy to build. i encourage everyone to at least try it. if you fail, you have no shear, but if you dont try it, you dont have the chance to make one in the first place. its not a precision instrument, you can get away with a couple of flaws :)

[@markfryer9880]

@@SharkyMoto Well said Sharky

[@rogerthompson926]

@@SharkyMoto 0

[@johnniewalker39]

Great project! I always enjoy watching your videos.

[@gelosoriano]

I really enjoy watching your videos even before this quarantine started. You're the Bob Ross of woodworking!!

[@mikemcdonough3221]

I"m thinking I need a set of plans for this. New Sub, great work.

[@pmm4177]

As a metal fabricator of over 25 years I can say for a woodworker you have built a very handy addition to your workshop sir! I have a Beverly tabletop shear that works well too but yours is probably a fraction of the cost

[@HWMDesigns]

Really great video and good to see shop made tools. Making your own tools is extremely satisfying.

[@300whisper1]

18:28 ”Wow, that`s nice!” I think you exceeded your expectations. 😁

[@joliski]

Great project. Thanks for sharing.

[@Matty4551]

Ive been watching for some time now and only realized your on the coast also! Love the content, Thanks.

[@lorirhoton4639]

Good looking shear. Great technique.

[@TheSteveAS]

Jiminey Christmas Neil! Is there anything you CAN'T make!?! So flipping' cool. You definitely challenge my assumptions about the limited of what a DIY'er can fabricate in a home shop. Well done Sir!

[@MakeBrooklyn]

Those are fabulous!!! Great job, 3 mil is pretty thick to cut with manual sheers by just about anyone's standard.

[@tuckera1879]

How to wreck your shears 101

[@tuckera1879]

@@CraigsWorkshop yup

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks! I won't be using them to cut 3mm though, I was just seeing what was possible! It's surprising how much easier it was to cut 2.5mm to 3mm. :)