PARKSIDE WOOD LATHE - DAY ONE OF TURNING ! 🤪 - UNBOX - USE & REVIEW

[@WeekendShedHead]

I’ve watched a few videos on turning.. but as you’ll see I just like to get stuck in, for me it helps me learn. Thanks for watching.. there are millions of KZbin videos out there, I’m blown away by the fact you watch mine. !! Comment if you like Like if you like Subscribe if you like CHEERS !

[@themegasexybasterd]

Sir I see 2 things that might help. 1st take a file and make a small flat spot where the screw touches ur shelf post. And the other thing that will help is to sharpen ur gouge tool. a little tip is that would be good for making pens. Many places to buy kits, Amazon or Ebay of course there's also 100s of other companies that run specials if u buy a couple at a time. My fav. are "cigar and gun" pens. Best of luck If u don't get what Im saying to do with ur tool please write back....

[@ScoutCrafter]

Rob- First off your form is excellent and you have all the basics down. Probably the biggest difference between inexpensive and expensive lathes is rigidity. The heavier and more rigid a lathe is the less vibration and movement you will feel through the tool. Because of its construction your lathe will have limitations, however there are still a ton of things you can make on it! (Like tool handles!). It’s funny you picked the hardest candidate for a first turning. Hardwoods are hard to turn, if you just want to practice go cut some green fresh wood from a freshly fallen tree! Once you get through the bark you will be amazed at how easy it turns! The only problem is green wood will crack as it dries so it’s just for fun. Also- Find a nice wood pole and make a few file and tool handles. The more you turn the more addicted you will become! Awesome video! 😃👍

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers John.. thanks for the brilliant ( as expected ) feedback 🙌 .. this is the problem when I look on other lathe videos.. they mention starting with hardwood, so your idea of greenwood is very welcome.. I’ll give it a go to practice on., I’ve got a feeling I’ll be getting a better lathe at some point , but this will do me for now… tool handles 😉 that’s next . Much appreciated as always , thanks again Rob

[@JamesCouch777]

​@@WeekendShedHead I've been turning for about two and a half years and have watched hundreds of videos and I am still learning something new on an almost daily basis. Turning is very addictive.

[@woodstream6137]

Is it possible that fence post is pressure treated too?

[@WeekendShedHead]

@@woodstream6137maybe 🤔👍

[@Gixie-R]

I have a novel way to dry small pieces, A microwave oven and a vacuum pot. Heat until it sizzles (careful not to burn the pith, then chuck it in a vacuum pot to suck the moister out. I also use a old fridge freezer with a 50w bulb left on to heat it up just enough. Small fan to keep the air moving.

[@stuart8836]

Wow i clicked the thumbnail because i thought David Gilmour Did Parkside adds. Still a good vid tho... 👍😂

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂👍

[@herbetone]

😅🤣😂

[@bluecurlygirl]

Me too!

[@ebe2278]

😅😅 that was my first thought too!

[@ocean686]

thought uncle albert with beard cut short

[@kerstin4516]

That's the very same way I started a couple of years ago. Now I proudly own a Record Power Herald and sell my stuff on markets. Happy further turning!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to hear.. record maybe my next step 😉, happy turning , cheers Rob

[@martianleaderrichy1520]

My dad bought one of these about 2yr ago and hasn't used it yet so this vlog is handy for tips about issues with the machine. About 20yr ago I had one of those cheap ones you attach a drill to and made some spindles and fence top finials. I'll watch part 2 now, happy turning, thank you, Richy 😀👍 P.S. can't get to Lidl today yet, awaiting a delivery which is 5 days early! Portable power station and solar panel😁

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great stuff mate.. glad it helps .. power station and solar 😃😃 brilliant, cheers Rob

[@Billlupton]

Have the same this past year or so, never, used it but thanks to your vid, exactly the kind of video a beginner needs, Im going to start messing with bits of wood, I bought it a year ago as a birthday present to myself now thanks to you Im going to have a bash Good on Ya

[@WeekendShedHead]

Kind words bill.. stay safe, and good luck , cheers Rob

[@simonelliott1146]

I’ve really got to say, I thought there was going to be a Kenny Everett incident here but after a few minutes of squinting my eyes you’d got the hang of it. Down to earth explanation of the whole thing. Great,

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂👍 cheers

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😅 , What hash up did K. Everett do ?

[@kengreen3575]

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[@keiphillips7648]

Yes 🙌🏾 I saw this in Lidl too, was checking for reviews but didn’t see anything recent. Thanks for purchasing and uploading! Very much appreciated.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great stuff 😃 and big thanks , cheers Rob 👍

[@frankmc4294]

Loved your video, took me back about 60 years to woodwork class and making a plywood bedside table lamp, using lots of slices of plywood that were glued together, then turned on the lathe. I loved doing that, probably taking after my Dad who all his life was to be found in a room or shed making stuff out of wood. Now in my dotage trying to put some stuff together to make a workbench on the balcony. Need a workbench to make the workbench though 😂😂😂

[@WeekendShedHead]

Many thanks.. I know the feeling.. workbench to build a workbench 👍😂 cheers Rob

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😅😅 - Yes - solid workbench essential. Stnrd ' church hall etc thin top / aluminium leg tables will shake , judder, collapse! Get 6" X 2" or 4" X 2" ( metric equivalent ) planks free from skips { if old check for woodworm before removing them , & if w-w-m holes visible, leave them ,} . ( yu didn't state overall length of lathe ) -- looks like just + 1 metre) ; screw these together with 3" X 1 1/2" pieces - 3,or 4 to make a rigid surface. Yu ' ll need 4 lengths of fence posts ~ 1 metre for legs . Get advice from carpenter ,or similar expert, howto best fix these to your main top. - the largest- 12" ? pressed steel brakets may suffice ,but y ull need 2 diagonal wood struts ( top at one end to bottom at other of the legs) - to prevent 'scissor twisting motion' when under load. Nail a thin raised back strip - say 1" or thinner, x 4" along full length to prevent tools etc falling down the back.

[@robsmith4790]

Mate! That was excellent! Just bought one for exactly the same purpose, as a hobby. Thank you SO Much

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Rob .. have fun but stay safe , more videos to come mate 😉👍

[@davidiand7]

Enjoyed your video I have been considering a wood turning lathe for while. Like you it’s been a long time mid twenties night school wood working made a few fruit bowls and a wall cabinet. now I’m 78 can’t believe it. I still remember how engrossed you became with what you are creating. You gave me some inspiration to make more on the lathe. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@WeekendShedHead]

Glad you got something out of the video David 😃 good luck with turning, stay safe buddy! Cheers Rob

[@Twisted1409]

I picked one of these up the other day, my first lathe and first time turning. Im supwr impressed, and extremely happy with it. I also live off grid and it works off the inverter so bonus points.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to hear! 😃Cheers Rob

[@chrispools]

Great vid m8. First time watcher. So good to see a reviewer that doesn't slag off or laugh at the cheap aspect. Let's be real, I think we all know if a chippy turned up using Parkside tools questions would be asked. However, the tools they sell are ideal for the hobby or DIY enthusiast

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to have you on here mate 👍 yeah parkside has its place.. certainly not pro or trades use.. great for rare and diy use 😉👍 Big thanks Cheers Rob

[@lukapavlesic7610]

Thank you very much for this video! I bought myself similar lathe today while never used it before today. I started doing some Wood carving (mostly with dremel) in less than an year ago an wanted to start doing wood turning as well since it looked so fun and easy when you watch other people doing it But my first hour of trying were complete fail, wood was getting stuck all the time, didnt know how to do it properly and was getting so discourage by it ... Then I watched your video where I saw in very short thing a few things I did wrong at first, and seeing you having your wood getting stuck at first few minutes but managing to do something in such a short time was so encouraging Thanks!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to hear Luka 😃 I’m gladded it helped, but I’m certainly no expert .. so stay safe, get some good advice.. all the best , cheers Rob 👍

[@paulrylands782]

I own one of these lathes, and they're brilliant for learning and doing the occasional project.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Paul.. great to hear your experience on your lathe ! 😃 👍 thanks Rob

[@SiskinOnUTube]

I have one in the loft. I'm planning to use it after I build my new shed. Something to look forward to.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Definitely something to look forward to😃 stay safe with it , cheers

[@tunernorth]

Hi Rob, great video. Like you I had not done any turning since school, I am now mid 60”s. I did exactly what you have done and bought the parkside to just relearn the basics and see if I enjoyed it, I loved it and turned out 3 rolling pins for Xmas presents. I intend to keep going on the parkside for a bit and will eventually upgrade as I want to get more adventurous. Keep up the good work, I think there are a number of weekend shed dwellers out there who have done or are doing similar. Keep it up.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Big thanks buddy.. great to hear about your experience with the parkside lathe 😃👍 rolling pins.. 🤔 there’s an idea👍all the best , cheers Rob

[@tunernorth]

@@WeekendShedHead yes and if you want to get really adventurous as I did, I tried putting a Celtic knot in the middle, needless to say, more practice required, but great fun.

[@user-bighughie]

Great video Rob..... that's the lathe I started with just to see if I liked it. I did!! Those gouges that come with it are not good, soft metal that doesn't hold an edge. But give them a sharpening on your bench grinder and they'll cut much better. I made lots of tool handles and woodworkers mallets on that lathe. When I knew it wasn't a passing phase I upgraded to a midi lathe and proper gouges and haven't looked back!! Enjoy your turning 😊😂😊

[@WeekendShedHead]

Big thanks mate.. yeah I’ll give sharpening a go ! Cheers Rob

[@SirTwinDex]

That was quite satisfying to watch, cheers.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great 😃 much appreciated, cheers

[@simonatkinson1107]

Great video. For 70 quid it seems to be a reasonable little lathe. I suspect it's more of a finishing lathe rather than one for heavy work. I use Parkside tools as they're a decent quality 'Cheap' tool. For the prices I paid I use them as part of my "Throw away" tool box. Basically I abuse them and bin them when they break. So far I've still got all the tools I've bought from them.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to hear buddy 😃👍 yes parkside has its place ! Cheers Rob

[@snowmansid]

You were right about the screaming at the screen, that said good on you for having a go. Knock those corners off before putting the workpiece in the lathe, will save you a lot of roughing off in the lathe and be much safer. The tail stock screw needs to be as short as possible from the stock, you may have to set the centres first, then adjust the tailstock again to shorten the thread length. That should help with flexing. Round the whole workpiece over its full length, this will get things balanced better and remove the risk of catching yourself on the irregular timber spinning around. Also you can then get the tool rest closer to the workpiece and avoid a nasty dig-in. Hope this helps, enjoy your new found skills.

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂screaming 👍 great advice .. cheers

[@WeeVal]

Hiya mate stick with it, your doing well! I had that lathe and absolutely loved it, made over 500 items before it eventually died, that was from every day use for 2 years. Get an M18 adaptor made so you can get a proper chuck on it, and bash on! 😃

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great tips and advice mate 😃 cheers Rob

[@wudgee]

Great and thanks. My partner bought one a while back, he’s not used it yet but good for me to get some insights when he has a go.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great stuff Glad it was helpful! Cheers Rob

[@alanmumford8806]

I too bought one of these just for fun - never tried woodturning before, so just like you. I tried a couple of bits of dry apple branch about 3cm diameter, similar to tool handle size. It worked out ok though it did stall out a couple of times. According to a commenter on another video, I was running it too slow, but my own beginner's fear prevented me from winding it up! As far as it goes, I filed the top of the tool rest smooth, to get rid of annoying ridges. Also, there is no option for installing a tailstock chuck, for centre drilling of a piece, which is a bit annoying. Other than that, it seems to work and to be worth the price for fun value alone.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great comments, and tips cheers 👍 stay safe 👍

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😮 - Good point - can't drill holes without a chuk &/ or ' a No 2 Morse taper hole in tailstock ( then U need to buy / borrow lots of drils, + a No 1 to No 2 M T sleev)

[@bigvicsworkshop]

Mr. Rob - Brother its so addictive but worth it! I am a rookie myself and wished i had started 10 years ago. Just keep Spinning - heck, i have slung wood from one corner of the shop to the other end.. even have bounced a few pieces off my face shield...lol.... its been and still is a big learning curve for me... but boy I like it! Its Very Rewarding! just stay safe and you will find that ya just cant get enough of it.... Happy Turning!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hey mr Vic, big thanks mate… yeah I get it now, I should’ve got one years ago also.. happy turning 👍😃 cheers Rob

[@simonhopkins3867]

I've got loads of advice I could give you! But you're on the right track. Keep safe. Keep your tools sharp. And you'll have fun.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Simon, I’m sure there’s hours advice you could give me, and thanks for bearing to watch my video 😂 I’ll stay safe.. and get sharpening, all the best Rob

[@rodbowman1502]

Great, genuine video, thank you. I have just bought one of these today, will set it up this weekend. Your video has really helped. There are a lot of negatives out there that were putting me off buying one but for £69.99 you can’t go wrong.....I hope 😬

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheees mate, glad you liked it .. hopefully your turning goes well, and you enjoy it

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😂 Don't they give a Guarantee? For how long?

[@glencwilson]

I saw that and was reaching for it but then got one of THOSE looks from the Mrs so withdrew my hand. Always wanted a lathe since doing woodwork at school a long long time ago.

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂 I’ve had the same look before , cheers Rob

[@mini-carnage7540]

Hahaha same but they still have 3 by me. How am I going to sneak it past her?

[@AmigaA-or2hj]

There was a special offer today, so I bought one. It cost £54.99! Great review.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hope you enjoy it! Cheers Rob

[@GrumpaLoz]

well done Rob! you actually made it work! 😀 I think you're doing the right thing: use it until it falls apart before upgrading. try doing short candle sticks and tea light holders from branches, and maybe small bowls from 2x4's for coin catch alls..... looking forward to seeing your future efforts... "upwards"!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate , great tips ! it was better than I thought👍 much fun to be had.. let’s see how soon I upgrade though 😂 cheers Rob

[@paulwalsh9680]

This video popped up in my timeline and, like others, I thought it was a video about David Gilmour - til I read the title! I never got the chance to do any turning in woodwork classes 50+ years ago but having watched numerours turning videos I can understand how addictive it can be - with the right tools. As you say, this is aimed at the hobbyist and looks like it can handle light work but lacks the mass required for tougher stuff. Careful though - you might get so addicted you end up buying a proper wood-turning lathe! 🤣

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂😂 I’ve had the same observation.. David Gilmour 😉😂 yes turning appears extremely additive , cheers Rob

[@nickcurrington]

Hi, this was great, it reminded me how I was a few years ago. I’ve just subscribed and will now be waiting for the next woodturning video. FAB.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Many thanks 😃👍 cheers Rob

[@SteveMonk1956]

Hi Rob, I have looked at and walked past those lathes in Lidl's many times, but seeing you having a go has almost got me thinking about buying one and having a go myself. Like you the last time I touched a lathe I was at school and that was longer ago thank you. The only problem I foresee is me disappearing down a rabbit hole and wanting bigger and better as I will enjoy it so much. Nice one! 🙂

[@Woodwork-Learner]

Seriously keep walking past them. If there's a turning club near you get in touch as they often get second hand lathes and tools far cheaper and better than new.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Steve.. take you time with it mate 😉👍

[@JamesCouch777]

I got mine off of Facebook marketplace and upgraded it with a motor from a treadmill and it works awesome for a fraction of the price of an equivalent new one. I've used it a lot!

[@russellwaite5874]

My mum bought me a 36 inch lathe one christmas , don't get time to use it that often. Last project was a simple spurtle, ( porage stirring stick ) out of beech with a thistle shaped end. Your video has prompted me to get it going again. Not sure what I'll make yet. Thanks. 🙂

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great stuff.. it’s all about having fun and being safe , cheers Rob

[@richardkarch3726]

There is a first time for everything! Don't give up! Before you know it we will be asking you for turning advice. Good luck!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great advice👍 , big thanks , cheers Rob

[@philipsmith4597]

Interested to see one of these in use. Seen them often in the store. Best way to learn is to have a go. You will use the top speed when you turn thin pieces such as drumsticks in hardwood.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Definitely Philip👍 makes sense on the high speed now my friend , thank you 😉👍 cheers Rob

[@willsievwright9870]

Superb as always Rob

[@WeekendShedHead]

🙏Cheers 😃

[@peterharman8466]

Last time I used a lathe was in secondary school and I'm now 72 so an extremely daunting prospect for me cause I've been mulling this hobby over for a couple of years now, I want to start just for fun and maybe make the occasional pen or two or probably more lol so that's for the enjoyable video I've had to subscribe just to keep up with your progress 🙂

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Peter, great to hear good luck with it, I’ll keep the videos coming 😬👍 all the best Rob

[@danceswithaardvarks3284]

4/5 horsepower motor should keep you busy for a bit. Turning at 3000 or more RPM would be mostly for turning thin spindles like pens, bobbins, etc. where the edge speed would otherwise be low. Another use for high RPM is for off centre and multi axis turning where a lot of cuts are interrupted cuts and the speed makes the cutting smoother. If you screw the lathe to the bench use a plasterers straight edge to make sure you aren't bowing the bedways by screwing it down and use shims if you need to. Happy turning.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers buddy.. thanks for the explanation 😃

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😊 v. Good point- bench must be rigid & totally flat.

[@martinmcinally1599]

Got one of these a couple of years ago and it's still in the box, think it's time to get it out and have a go thanks for some inspiration

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Martin, good luck turning and stay safe buddy !

[@garywestwood5037]

That was great thanks loved your approach 😀😀

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate

[@garynewton9809]

The man that has never made a mistake, Hasn't been born yet.

[@fernleystephens2436]

Also, the man who never made a mistake never made anything.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great quote 👍👌

[@nathanspeers9616]

good fun to watch, liking your energy. I have a lathe vid that I did for fun. also first time in years :)

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers buddy 👍

[@talkerbill1]

We all have to start somewhere! Seems like you are picking it up really quick!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Too true and many thanks , cheers Rob

[@adam-qf2vz]

Hey Rob......Im sure that you will find use for it......I know I could.....You will be on the lookout for bits of cherry, oak, yew etc.....well done...... thanks for the content .

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate..yeah plenty of species to go at 👍

[@rogercox5273]

Ideal for kids to see if they like wood turning or not doesn’t take up too much space.

[@WeekendShedHead]

😉👍👍

[@FatManBuilds]

Nice one! I was williing it to work throughout! You got there, you lathed!!!!

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂 cheers man 👍

[@rodharris2915]

Well done Rob not bad for first time 👍 first thing look at chisles? And plenty of you tube videos.my first lathe died on Sunday beoned repair £130 and I got a year out of it so not to bad .on the plus side I went to yandles and got a new cornet herold lathe downside £1029 later but the wife donated £200 for birthday 👍

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate.. I’ll see if my wife wants to lend me a few quid for my next one 😂👍

[@joeduffy9764]

I did some turning for the first time the other month, made a "pear" with lots of help from the instructor, we think it was wood from an apple tree!? Biggest mistake I saw you doing, was starting to low down on your wood, start with the chisel on the angle of the tool rest and gradually bring up the hand, holding the handle of the tool to meet the wood!? Good luck to you in your new hobby!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Oh a pear is a nice idea 😃👍 you’re spot on.. I’ve discovered the holding positions after the video😂.. I’ll get there 😉👍 thanks for watching , cheers Rob

[@michealayoung1785]

Hi I’m in the same position as you, last use at school. I’ve just purchased a second hand lath mainly to turn original pine table legs with sand paper, then paint them. I’ll then bleach the table top. However I really would like to have a go with the lath to turn wood? Maybe a rounders bat first 🤔 thank you for sharing. Stay safe

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great stuff ,, have fun😃 .. stay safe . Cheers Rob 👍

[@keithdavison5578]

I've never used a lathe before sir and seeing you at it I don't think that I ever would 😂😂

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂👍

[@willsievwright9870]

Absolute cracking video. Love how you do warts and all and the sense of humour. I just bought one of these recently when in for meal deal😄 Still to unbox, when sort out man cave but great honest review. Thank you.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate.. 👌👍

[@Beardychiel]

Retired woodwork teacher, damn fine first try. Enjoy your hobby.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great praise indeed from someone with your experience.. still at my early stages though , cheers Rob

[@christopherharrison6724]

I have a dropper 50 hrz lathe ,bought as Xmas prezzie not great,lack of power vibrates .Saying that as a start up lathe it was enough to get me absolutely hooked .Now love turning .

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to hear buddy 😃 cheers Rob

[@Traderjoe]

Nothing wrong at all with doing it this way in my opinion! I haven’t seen any of these in my Lidl in the US. But I would buy it in a heartbeat and do exactly what you did. How else can a person learn anything without getting their hands dirty?

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great comments mate… I didn’t know the US had Lidl 😃 👍 hopefully they’ll come into store , cheers Rob

[@madgecrete]

I think for the money, if your just a hobbyist its great. Nice one shed head.

[@WeekendShedHead]

😉👍 cheers Rob

[@mauricebate5069]

Enjoyed that Rob 👍🏼 I've got a phobia about lathes after a safety video we had to watch when I was an apprentice years ago on what could go wrong 😵 but I hope you keep safe and enjoy you new hobby take care mate 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate.. still Turning and trying to keep my fingers 😂👍

[@turnedinaus]

You did well, day 1 is fun. Day 2 and 3 may be painful and frustrating. As a turner, I enjoyed the video and watching someone else on their journey. Congratulations, as you get catches and find difficult times. Be sure to check out Richard Raffan. As for high speed, the faster you turn, the smoother you cut but the higher the risk. If things go wrong, they go wrong in some spectacular ways. The smaller your item, the faster you should turn. The larger the object, the slower you should turn. Be safe, protect your lungs and just remember. Mistakes happen, every time you turn, you will have mistakes and learning opportunities. This is a journey for growth and you will learn if you want to. Every piece of wood cuts differently. I'm a hobbyist and small business, mostly pens. Good luck, I'll be following your journey.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Some great advice and tips here , many thanks sir! Cheers Rob 👍

[@InTheWorkshop]

Hi Rob, great video. Jelutong is a nice timber to turn as it's easy to work. Happy woodturning David 🙂👍

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hi David. I’ll try jelutong mate, thanks for the tip , cheers Rob 😉👍

[@Sandilandsandy]

I’m like you haven’t used a lathe since school, you’ve made my mind up👍 for £70 it looked good enough to have a go on🤷‍♂️

[@WeekendShedHead]

It is fun.. stay safe, cheers Rob

[@jimrick52]

Hi Rob, I bought a second hand lathe it's surprising how addictive it can become. I've even managed to do a captive ring using the skew chissel. My plan is to make bird feeding tables with spindle supports for the roof.👍

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hi Jim.. nice idea with bird tables 😃 cheers Rob

[@22pcirish]

Park side is budget Bosch. They’re great! I bought a battery drill and it’s taken some punishment, but works brilliantly.

[@WeekendShedHead]

👌👍 great to hear

[@JamesCouch777]

I was very frustrated when I first started because all the videos made it look so easy but fortunately I am very stubborn and just kept at it and eventually I got pretty good at it and have a lot of fun with it.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hi James , really good to hear.. stubbornly and perseverance is the way buddy 😉👍 cheers Rob

[@Gixie-R]

Best upgrade to cheap lathes is the chisel and rest you use. The rest has to be smooth, if it gets a notch or a dent in it smooth it out or the chisel will grind and effect the cut, Buy some quality chisels, they will shock you at there price. I made some of my own using HSS cutting blades, They are fairly cheap and you can grind them to what ever shape you like, they make great finishing scrappers too. Top safety tip, Some woods are very harmful to your health, So please wear a good mask everytime. Have fun, its a easy thing to get very addicted too.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great comments and advise, much appreciated.. these sort of comments are what make KZbin communities so good 👌 cheers Rob

[@blimeyitsRichard]

well.. enjoyed that.. yes sirree enjoyed that.. i'm canny/geet old and have never done woodworking.. but.. a month ago i got an orbital sander.. sanded 2 4' scaffold planks to make a makeshift work top.. on sunday (today's wed) i bought an angle grinder and a carving disk.. yesterday i shaped a couple of 3' floorboards into a couple of misshapen 2'9" floorboards.. great fun.. sooooooo.. i'll have a tootle down to lidl and see if they have the lathe in store cheers from gateshead :)

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great to hear 😃 enjoy , Cheers Rob

[@davedavem]

Lidl stuff is surprisingly good - I've had no issues doing small jobs with their bandsaw.

[@WeekendShedHead]

To be honest Dave, I have had the same experience with parkside .. they have their place 👍 cheers Rob

[@heathsworkshop100]

Looks like you eventually had loads of fun lol, like many below might need to keep my eye out for one in the future ;) seeing day one and how you got on out of the box is always good and relatable

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers mate.. yeah I thought I’d show all the problems we all face , when starting something new 😂 good luck with you turning., if you do 😉👍

[@Clampett01]

Good demo Rob, but seeing you wearing a wedding ring close to rotating machinery gave me the willies. I’ll be watching to see if you’ve got all of your digits on the next vid 😂

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂 although good point mate 👍 cheers Rob

[@daviecoats2080]

New to wood turning myself, really enjoyed the video. Have subscribed, looking forward to the next one.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Welcome aboard! And thanks.. good luck with your turning 👍👍 cheers Rob 👍

[@terencebarnett113]

The difference between expert and novice is about making 5 handles for files or chisels,I bought the Aldi one in oz for $99. Dollars reduced from $169 ,I went to local Sunday market I bought 3 chisel blades with kangaroo brand on them for $5 and two files for $2 went home made all the handles for all of them first one not bad but not great each one got better last perfect,and beauty of it if your not happy with it do what do I make another cheers mate,from Aussie cousin👍

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Aussie cousin.. I was in Oz last month👍 great to hear your tool projects 💪 cheers Rob

[@BobBlarneystone]

A few years back, I went to buy a tool from a guy, and when I got to the residence there was an impressive fishing boat with a hefty ~50HP outboard motor on it. Then I noticed a tiny kid's lathe (much smaller than this one) with a sharpened screwdriver on the bench. I laughed and asked him what he did with it and he told me he made fishing lures and showed me some. He made them from hardware store dowels, painted them, and sold them to local bait shops. Then he pointed to the boat and said, "That's how I paid for the boat." So we may say that it's not necessarily what you have, it's what you do with it.

[@WeekendShedHead]

What a fantastic and inspirational story buddy 😃😃 cheers Rob

[@Woodwork-Learner]

Rob the problems you have are mainly caused by the lathe. You will improve technique but not the lathe 😂😂😂😂. I'm so pleased to have got rid of mine. A set of carbide chiesls removes sharpening problems. Hope your journey is fun. Ps every piece of wood you see becomes a possibility lol

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂😂and Great advice buddy… I’ll get there , cheers Rob

[@shaun30-3-mg9zs]

Hi Rob, hope you enjoyed your hols mate, First time for every thing , and for your first attempt of Lathing you done a good job, you done better on your first time than me, I am waiting for my first time. I was thinking about the vibration if you use an old rubber car mat fit it under the lathe and screw it down through the mat it might absorb or cushion the vibration. The chisel stand I was thinking as you were tightening the nut and the stand was still moving the post of the stand should be marked from the screw I would drill a small hole so the screw ,as you tightening up the screw should go in to the drilled hole and stop it from twisting, I know it's looks long winded it's the only way I can explain. Looks like you going to have fun with this enjoy wood turning. As always a great video , catch you soon Take care

[@WeekendShedHead]

Good points mate👏.. big thanks Shaun 👍

[@alanmumford8806]

There are times you need to set the tool rest at an angle to the lathe axis, particularly when using the faceplate and doing an end face or bowl, so the drilled hole trick won't work. I also have one of these lathes and don't know the cure myself, other than only using the part of the rest nearer to the central support, not towards the ends.

[@WeekendShedHead]

@@alanmumford8806👌👍

[@MrIanmmackay]

I've never used a woodworking lathe, as we weren't allowed to in school woodwork class, although we were allowed to use the lathes in metalwork! I admit the metalworking lathes did seem fairly easy to use and comparatively safe as everything was securely clamped down, whereas obviously with the wood lathe, you are required to hold the gouge/chisel. Our woodwork teacher did tell us a couple of horror stories, where he'd seen chisels flying through the air etc. so we were quite convinced that it wasn't safe for the average 12-14-year old kid to operate! I had looked at the Parkside lathe in Lidl quite recently, but couldn't think of a reason to justify buying one - maybe one day... 🤔😉

[@WeekendShedHead]

Yes I’ve heard a few horror stories as well 😬😬

[@Tom-gv2eo]

I /We had th same experience in 1961. But I passed GCE O level metalwork.

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

Considering your chose of wood and the big knot in the end you did very well, and I am surprised that it did not fly off at the beginning when the chisel cut into the wood. Spruce and pine are very similar woods and are not the best to use on a lathe and in future it is a good idea to cut the corners off before putting it on the lathe. I did not think much about the plastic and was surprised that it lasted as long as it did. A good lathe for the money (I spent more money on the motor for my lathe, I agree the plastic screw holding the chisel rest is rubbish but if you use the middle of the rest and not the ends you will find it much better.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great tips buddy, big thanks .. this is why I love the comments section 🙌 cheers Rob

[@hansdegroot8549]

Greaat video. Thanks for sharing. I've never had a lathe, but I'm thinking of buying one . I think for a start, this Parkside one will fit my needs. It seems great fun. I wonder if it's not possible to have to upper part of the tool rest more stabilised. I didn't see you using ear protection. Isn't it necessary? Or is it necessary to hear the lathe turning smoothly? I think I'll make a kind of dust booth in order not have the whole workshop covered with saw dust. I watched the whole video. Now I'm going to read all the comments. I'm curious.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Many thanks , yeah worth having a read of the comments .. it’s certainly a mixed bag of opinions.. definitely needs good dust extraction.. good luck and stay safe, cheers Rob

[@grahamjones7814]

I brought one about 2/3 years ago and it's still in the box. Really should get it out, but need somewhere to land it.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Space is always a problem for our hobbies 😂👍 cheers Graham

[@shedmanx3640]

Great video mate. You’re hooked now. Those things are fun. My first experience was a cheap and cheerful Chinese lathe with some good old green Australian hardwood. The wood was coming off in long streamers. So much fun, but a heck of a long time to clean it all up. Have fun mate. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Big thanks mate.. yeah it’s fun, I’m going to practice on some green wood … stress reliever , when it works 😂

[@fleetswoodshop3339]

HELLO, MY FRIEND, GREAT FIRST TURN BUDDY.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers buddy … day one, let’s see where it goes 😉👍 all the best

[@fleetswoodshop3339]

@@WeekendShedHead You'll do great my friend I know you will.😀😀

[@WeekendShedHead]

@@fleetswoodshop3339😉🙌 cheers mate

[@michaelwillson6847]

New here to your channel. I started with this i killed it /it broke in 2 days. I hated it. One thing i found after i upgraded my lathe was the difference in something half decent compared this is second to none. If your wanting to start wood turning id recommend couple things. Lumberjack lathe they have 3 to choose from all very good and will take a chuck (this can't accept a chuck) for video reference and teaching id check out glen teagle on KZbin. He also sells carbide chisels so much easier to learn with (and dont have to worry about sharpening) which is a job in itself set up jigs different wheels. Those chisel's are not great quality they blue very easily when trying to sharpen. Glens set of 3 are 86 quid and very good quality carbide i have 4 his and about to buy another 3. Plus your better lathe's will come with better face plate spur center and live centre. Be worthwhile upgrading 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 ps carbide tools do better with speed 2000-3000 rpm

[@WeekendShedHead]

Fantastic, some great tips there 👍 I’ll certainly look into , cheers Rob

[@michaelwillson6847]

@@WeekendShedHead to easy need any help let me no. 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@hughoconnor9172]

In reply to Michaelwill: It's generally the case that you get what you pay for, though not always. The cheapest Lumberjack lathe I've seen is £100 more expensive than this one and you've missed the point of the video. ❤ at all.

[@johngardiner6800]

Rob, try grinding a flat on the tool rest to prevent it turning.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Nice idea John 👌 I’ll see if that works for each angle , cheers Rob 😉

[@mrsstaff78]

My husband got one of these just to see if he could get into turning and he did. So I would recommend getting this first before you spend hundreds of pounds on a proper lathe.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Very good point.. everyone has a choice 👍😉 thanks for commenting , cheers Rob

[@TheOldcoder]

Throw those chisels away and get some carbide ones. Keep the speed up, the mometum then prevents jamming. I had exactly the same experience the first time i used it. I've made some bowls with it since then. Remember- carbide chisels are the way to go.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Great advice 👍 cheers Rob

[@Tom-gv2eo]

What's th cost of Carbide chisels? - Clearly not available in £1 Shop!

[@stuartmclellan685]

Hi Rob, If you are north of Glasgow at some time please come and see me. I teach woodturning and for the sake of your safety I'd be happy to give you a free half day. Someone needs to show you how to use the tools safely. Not knocking you but woodturning can be dangerous. ❤

[@WeekendShedHead]

Very kind offer Stuart! I’ll see how I go for now, and thanks for your concern.. all the best , cheers Rob

[@charlesdowrick2075]

Having fun is what counts.

[@WeekendShedHead]

👌 in a nutshell Charles 👍👍 cheers Rob

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😮 But. - consider Health & safety - first

[@markrainford1219]

Alright for making pens.

[@WeekendShedHead]

👌👍

[@Gazr965]

No hollow centre or hollow tailstock centre, so through boring is not achievable. Ps Best use a small centre drill for for pilot hole mounting between centres and not rely on pressure from the screw thread to force centres into the wood (the bearings love it), also try not to turn uphill as grain will snatch the edge of the tool. A dangerous gimmick perhaps. Gaz UK.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers Gaz.. good tips , I’ll be taking it easy 😉

[@Gazr965]

@@WeekendShedHead Cheers. You can get some good tips on KZbin on basic and advanced wood turning even ''The taming of the skew'' chisel. Which came with the lathe. It was 😱 watching you using the skew chisel when you were cutting in small grooves. Don't let a machine like that put you off though. Also don't think hardwood will improve technique, practice on soft woods first, its less expensive, ok the finish will not be good unless you keep the tools really sharp, but still good for practicing cutting technique😆 Gaz. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmisYpxsib52Zpo

[@marca5883]

I've been tempted by these lathes a few times💚🇬🇧🌱 cheers for trying it out for us! Looks fun!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers 👍 😃stay safe if you do 😉👍 thanks for watching

[@bobrice3957]

Thanks for that. Often wondered if the Lidle lathe. That is rubbish. Realy surprised you got such a good finish with ìt. Especially with that roughing gouge at that angle. It is ground to a strange angle anyway and you were approaching the wood at too shallow an angle so it was a scraping cut. You need to ride the bevel. That and study lots of KZbin. 😅😅

[@WeekendShedHead]

Good points.. yeah I’ve been researching more since the video 😂😉 cheers Rob

[@Pu1gcerda1]

I would replace the thumbscrew with a bolt and tighten with a spanner

[@WeekendShedHead]

Good idea 👍👍

[@roadrageburleson]

Well done for your first time.

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers buddy

[@garykent7546]

Rob I've had mine 2 years still in box, think you've given me the push to at least open the box.😂

[@Woodwork-Learner]

Sell it at a profit and get a lot better second hand lathe for less.

[@WeekendShedHead]

😉👍 hope it works out

[@bryantbrown8096]

Hi Rob good review, keep trying it can be great fun. What dust extraction do you use, am just revamping my man shed and its overpowering on what you should have I generally do woodturning and wood toy making,just for fun.Bry

[@WeekendShedHead]

Hi bry, thanks, yeah it’s already proving to be fun.., I’m just going to use a basic shop vac , but make my own funnel to catch as much as possible.. I’ll put it in a video mate ,cheers Rob

[@robohippy]

Well, when you tapped the tail stock spindle and it vibrated/shook, I knew I would NEVER have that lathe in my shop.... Things may have turned easier if you had some one to guide you on how to use the tools. The tools probably need a good sharpening as well....

[@WeekendShedHead]

I can see your reasoning behind that 😉👍 let’s see where I go from here 😉 cheers

[@lotsabirds]

If you ever want to spend a few hours watching something totally lathers, look up Hand Tool Rescue! There's a video where he turns down a yule log to a toothpick! Have fun with that lathe! Looks like fun!

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers buddy .. yeah still lots of studying to do 👍 thanks for the recommendations

[@lotsabirds]

@@WeekendShedHead Cheers! 👍

[@richiestack2857]

I have a record lathe I pulled out after 20 years for my son and got it sandblasted and I sprayed it up. Got one of these in Lidl for him and it's a total waste of money , from the vibration to everything getting lose and moving it's a disaster and would put anyone off wood turning , try a real lathe it's so much easier and fun to use.

[@WeekendShedHead]

I may still upgrade .. see how it goes 😉 cheers

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😮 Do Lidl lathes come with a Guarantee? - how long ? Didn't yu complain to L. re th loose / broken parts,?

[@hanniosman1839]

I want a lathe but my workshops not setup for it. I did some woodturning at gcse and a level. I make guitars so cant really justify having a full size lathe in a 3.4x 5.6m shop. Ive got the machines i need for my craft but theres something so satisfying about a lathe. You need better tools btw. You want high impact like chrome vanadium. You can use normal chisels so long as theyre of sufficient quality and create a second bevel on the back.

[@hanniosman1839]

Happy to send you a biscuit of monkey puzzle if you fancy it?

[@WeekendShedHead]

Yeah limited shop space is always an issue, great tips mate, cheers Rob

[@Baltihunter]

Looks great. Could be the first chess piece. Looks a bit like a rook

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂👍 a few have said the same.. garden chess set maybe 😉

[@davesmith2262]

Thanks for the video

[@WeekendShedHead]

Cheers buddy 😉👍

[@Mat-kr1nf]

7:45 The only time I’ve used a wood lathe was in woodwork at school 45 years ago back around 1979, a brilliant teacher, Mr Lonsdale, a dour, short Yorkshire man who was a sergeant in WW2, no back chat to him from even the most unruly pupils!🧐😱Definitely no face mask back then, not even goggles. 8:27 No dust mask either!😂Oh how times change!😬😂🤣 Also, the circular saw was just a rotating blade, no guard, no brake!😱Not that we were allowed on that though.🧐🤷‍♂️

[@WeekendShedHead]

😂 cheers Rob