Making a Mini Low Angle Block Plane with Dovetails

[@RobMods]

Surprised you haven't made a new pair of digital calipers out of scrap wood. (Complete with scrap wood battery, and scrap wood LCD screen.)

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

If anyone can do it....he will.

[@traceyosterlind14]

😂😂😂😂

[@fatfredthe28th]

I laughed at this probably more than I should have.

[@flyingchilli8569]

He probably has. Just wait for the video "I made one of these before and now decided to make a nicer one..." ;)

[@frccustomguns7859]

Lol.

[@rickpalechuk4411]

Just goes to show that it's not the tools, it's the craftsman behind them that creates the heirloom items. Thanks for sharing, Cheers

[@apricotjam352]

Well tbh, he does have a belt sander, drill press, soldering equipment, a forge, a heat treating oven and loads of scrap metal/wood. So... maybe it kinda does? ps: not trying to be a jerk, sos if it seems that way

[@fletchro789]

Yeah, all that CAREFUL peening. That takes time and precision with a lot of attention to detail.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@apricotjam352 How many of that tooling is scrounged, rebuilt, recycled or even completely built from scratch? That's part of the building process, as we heard when Neil said while he didn't have a lathe he definitely would not let that fact come in the way of "lathing" on the drillpress, handknurling the screwheads and so on. It needs mastery inventiveness to keep the outcome in mind and sight, not the shortcomings You might feel toolwise or materialwise on the way ....

[@garethbaus5471]

@@apricotjam352 I am working on the drill press part, but other than that I am surprisingly close to having a workable approximation of that set of tools (heat treat ovens aren't super necessary for the simpler steels)

[@garethbaus5471]

@@manfredschmalbach9023 I recently hit a situation not unlike that earlier today, I had a sheet of polycarbonate I needed to make some angled cuts in but couldn't find a way to fit it on the table saw and didn't have enough scrap wood to make a jig to make it work so I cut it freehand with a hacksaw and refined the shape with a hand plane(which by the way leaves a great finish on polycarbonate) it took most of the day but I finally finished the project. I might post a video showing my results tomorrow.

[@c.a.g.1977]

Us, regular guys: struggling with making dovetails in ordinary wood and screwing around to use our planes correctly. Neil: Meh, I'll make my own plane with dovetails of steel and brass. Again, you make something very beautiful, and it was, again, an absolute pleasure watching you and your skills

[@YogiSip]

C.A. G. I agree with you! Beautiful work 👌🏻👍🏻

[@bakedbeings]

While you're totally right, I reckon brass is probably easier to file than some aussie hardwoods like Jarrah 😂

[@Dyknicke]

Wow! You are, hands down, the best maker on KZbin. No fancy CNC-super-duper-equipment, just pure knowledge, lots of patience and ordinary tools. Keep up the good work Neil!

[@Ragnar00294]

Recently I'm watching many videos about making your own tools, especially planes. I'm on the beginning of my woodworking journey and thanks a lot for your work since I'm learning so much from your videos :)

[@PaskMakes]

Great to hear you're finding them helpful! :)

[@thomasarussellsr]

Hey, sometimes you can, with a little patience, make a much better tool than you can buy. Unless of course you have a fat bank account or just won the lottery.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@thomasarussellsr ... and when You get a little experience going, it's even better to not start with a bad tool and turning that into something halfways useful but to literally start from scratch.

[@willmorrison1022]

Mr Pask, let me just say thank you very much for all your videos. I have learned a LOT from watching you, it's almost like an apprenticeship in craftsmanship every time. And thanks to videos like this one in specific, I have started a little hobby of making thumb planes! Never thought I'd be dong this, but as an instrument maker, that is a tool that you can always use, and they are NOT cheap. In fact the first one I made has no commercial options available, it's a lute half binding plane. It scrapes off the top edge down to half way through the top so a hardwood inlay can be put around the instrument. Finding one is impossible, so I took the idea from the book on lute building by Robert Lundberg and made my own. It's amazing how watching someone do something like this makes actually doing it so much easier. It came out wonderfully. Right now, I have a flat bottom thumb plane body out in the garage cooling off from being soldered. It's funny, I have soldered for well over 50 years electronically, but I've never done torch soldering before. It's amazing how fast it goes. Thanks very much for sharing your skills with the world. Some of us here in the states appreciate it, and I do spread the gospel of Pask whenever possible. Stay well, and keep up the incredible work. Your house must have some REALLY cool things in it by now, unless you're selling all these things. In which case, you SHOULD be rich. Thanks again.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Will! Glad the videos are useful and the thumb plane sounds awesome! :)

[@OzGecko]

An absolute delight to watch as always Neil. Lots of neat techniques and a great demonstration of what is possible with a modestly equipped workshop and plenty of determination.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed it Dominic! :)

[@TheWoodyworker]

Outstanding design and craft.

[@DanielWahlig]

Such incredible patience and attention to detail. That’s an heirloom piece right there.

[@AnanasStudio]

you are so patient man if you enjoy removing material by hand file. Respect for that :)

[@lukenicholl7746]

That’s why I love watching him, it really annoys me because lots of similar bigger KZbinrs wouldn’t even look at a hand tool and they can only rely on power tools to make anything.

[@mytrashaccount3630]

@@lukenicholl7746 i would have done it too.

[@AnanasStudio]

@@lukenicholl7746 me to! i been here almost from begining! i remember when Pask has got under 10k subs! ;)

[@Bob-zs5kr]

Think that every time he works on a project 😎

[@gnarthdarkanen7464]

It's worth mention that to many of us, the repetitive motions are relaxing. The slower hand tools allow us to keep a mental space of taking your time...NO need to rush Rush RUSH... Power tools can be a big ticket to getting into more trouble quicker. ;o)

[@NemoA90]

that thing is just as much a piece of art as it is a functional tool :O

[@johnmay3266]

Neil, I just don't have the words to express my OMG. I cannot imagine what you could do with a proper machine shop. Really hope you get your metal lathe. But please continue to support us, mere woodworkers. Just love your channel and rush to open your latest posts. Signed "humbled in Baltimore" (that's in Maryland, USA)

[@IggyWon]

You know, I was racking my brain trying to figure a way to turn down a piece of round stock to a workable diameter to cut metric threads... That drill press + file technique is a stroke of genius. Thanks for the idea, m8

[@glyndevonport7802]

Using a sander or angle grinder instead of a file is better and more efficient than a file. There is less chance of bending the round stock by accidentally applying too much sideways pressure with the file.

[@gnarthdarkanen7464]

If you have a delicate touch, I've had reasonably reliable success putting my stock in a handheld drill, and running it against a bench grinder (should you have the option)... Rotation of the drill should be "against" the direction of the grinder. You may need a scrap "trial" or two to get the feel of it in practice, but once you've got it, you've got it. ;o)

[@danielmeldrum4806]

@@glyndevonport7802 You also want to be careful of sideways pressure on the bearings in a drill press. They are great for downward/vertical pressure, but not as good when loaded sideways apparently. Although for lightweight small pieces like this I'm sure it'd be fine. Larger stock, and more force could cause earlier than normal bearing failure. So I have read in the past...

[@garethbaus5471]

@@gnarthdarkanen7464 I once used that technique to turn the head of a bolt into a point as a way to mark a peice of plywood.

[@gnarthdarkanen7464]

@@garethbaus5471 A lot of my earliest practice at it was for "blowgun darts" I was making out of obscenely large nails (18G and larger)... I'd grind off the heads and sharpen a "short point" at the "top... Then leave about 1/3 of it "full size" and taper to the bottom as smoothly as possible. The same old plastic "tails" would work with a dab of superglue or gorilla glue, and I could sink them upwards of 3/4 inch deep in seasoned oak. This turned the blowgun into a proper small game hunting device. All that was left was practice for skill. ;o)

[@CarlosCastillo-zf5fb]

This is just precious... Your patience and your will to make things nice, and not only useful is something to admire. I wish to become someone like you sometime.

[@SteveCole73]

I think the most important skill in this project is patience. Everything else you did could be taught, but slowly filing away each part exactly right, is a complete skill set on its own. Well done.

[@sebuteo]

Wow! Just... wow!!! Sooo cool. A great tool beautifully made. Very inspirational. Dovetails in metal, with the peining... ??? Fab!

[@EpikGamerYT]

Hello from NSW across the boarder... What a beautiful piece of art. I remember when i restored a Stanley #7 plane and was scared to use it and damage it again... but that is what they are meant for. Amazing video!

[@vernloe]

You are a craftsman, and not holding back on the learning curve, this is approx four years since watching your skills, makes an old shipwright keep going in his shed.

[@joshuanewell4983]

I love watching you make these things, your just so honest and you're always open to your mistakes and things you could to better. Loving your great content too!!

[@Scotthorn06]

I watch a lot of KZbin and rarely comment. I have to here. Of your projects and videos, this is hands down my favorite one. I really appreciate how much work you do without the biggest or best tools. Of course it helps to have the love of filing you have.

[@mealex303]

Marking on brass even with good ones is fine

[@thomaskletzl6493]

your connenctions are incredible accurate respect for these handwork

[@iolithblue]

"I actually really enjoy filing" Clickspring wants to know your location

[@converdb]

iolithblue aren’t they both Aussies? They may even happen to be close 😂

[@Sea-Dog5496]

@@converdb Yes they are both Aussies. I thought of Clickspring also when Neil said that about filing. They must be cousins.

[@larryfisher7056]

Yup...what I thought also.

[@iolithblue]

@@converdb both live in Queensland, but that is our Texas, so they might be miles apart

[@warpo007]

@@iolithblue Queensland is tiny compared to West Australia. having neighbours 100kms away is close by.

[@kalebcrafts6173]

I just want to say how fun it is to watch you work. Absolutely brilliant craftsmanship. Every time I watch one of your videos, I find myself in awe. Cheers mate and keep it up.

[@torbjornahman]

Very nice! I have to make a plane like that some day!

[@shop-made2840]

This is incredible. Not only are you an incredible woodworker, but also an amazing metal worker. If I had half of your skills I would be more than happy. Keep it up!

[@Rouverius]

I think you once said that you wondered how a metalwork video would fit in here. But ya know, it seems to dovetail nicely (sorry) Honestly, that block plane is a beaut!

[@PaskMakes]

Haha! Thanks very much! :)

[@aniket.khade27]

You have some incredible skills mate. I had to rewind the video multiple times just to understand the part of the plane that was being worked upon. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it.

[@ReasonablySkeptic]

At this point i'm convinced he made the camera he records on and the computer the edits on, all in his garage too. This man is a WIZARD!

[@steliosstavrinides3502]

Neil I have said this before... You are a Monster and a Master of patience... seriously man who else would do this? My admiration towards your skills is infinite !!! Kudos my friend !!!

[@aidanklapperich7090]

I learned a LOT from this video and as always it was amazing. Absolutely stunning plane. Thanks! :)

[@JohnBodoni]

If beautifunctional isn't a word, it should be. Your work is always of the highest quality but you've really set the bar very high with this absolutely gorgeous little plane. Thank you for bringing it into the world.

[@emanuelmifsud849]

real professional job. really enjoyed watching you.

[@johnmcclain3887]

That is some very fine craftsmanship. It's nice to see good hand work still done these days. I'm a machinist, and periodically need to make a tool, and really enjoy the time working with hand tools, fitting, making something forever. I too, love mixing iron with brass or bronze, the older they get, the better they fit and feel together. I really enjoyed watching, wish I could saw and file that fast, lol.

[@julianwhitta1114]

I think there’s a strong argument here to replace the written definition of “craftsman” in the Oxford with this video. And now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m just going off to hand back my Bloke Certification and take up basket weaving.

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

I'll join you and we'll have a nice cup of warm milk and a cookie.

[@manuelalejandro8972]

@@stewartmcmanus3991 is this a private party?

[@rafaeldaulet59]

Even the word 'replace' might sound offensive when approaching such an art. They have to coin in a new, never-been-known before term for that:)

[@petercarioscia9189]

I really enjoy watching this guy, but he uses some janky methods to achieve really great results. Really cannot argue with the results, but the methods are...well, janky.

[@masterdanprice2904]

You should be a DR. Your patients and attention to detail is second to none and your ability to do this work is absolutely amazing

[@ИДЕЯ_38]

There is a Russian saying: "a Man should build a house, plant a tree and raise a son in his life!"!! but now I know what I need to add to this and make a carpenter's tool. Thank you for the video, very inspiring!!!

[@markosborne7124]

I like and agree with that Russian saying!

[@toootankhamooon]

that's a beautiful saying, first time hearing it for me

[@ИДЕЯ_38]

@@toootankhamooon We have a very interesting culture, and the little songs that we have with profanity are called ditties . They are sung during the feast to the accompaniment of an accordion.

[@ИДЕЯ_38]

@Rob Young We have a lot of conversations on TV, good and bad about Europe and the United States, but I'm a person who doesn't want to hurt others. That's why I just don't get involved in politics.....I'm just enjoying life)))

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

Well, I've done the first three and now I'm retired the fourth is in my sights.

[@alaincloutier8534]

Your patience is un-humman. Extraordinary crafting skills!

[@blubberboy1897]

Me: ecstatic about my first successful wooden dove tail Pask: *laughs in metal dovetail*

[@Pychu666]

This is the highest possible level of craftsmanship you can get. Amazing.

[@davidshaper5146]

Just once, I'd like to hear, in that Aussie accent, "well, I've completely f**ked up, and I'll have to start over". Nice job, as usual.

[@designerstuart]

Did you know that's an English accent? True story!

[@MONKEYWASH]

That sounds like a Midlands accent.

[@sciangear4782]

Yair, for the real Ocker deal, listen to Clickspring!

[@peterwooldridge7285]

@@MONKEYWASH yep, naybe south Staffordshire?

[@jm_mort]

Sounds like its a manchester accent to me but i'm Welsh so just a guess.... defo an English accent though.

[@bradenhosking9342]

Watching your videos reminds me to slow down and enjoy the whole process. Sometimes I get fixated on getting it done and rush through some aspects of the build. It’s not so much sloppy fabrication as it’s that I have so many things I want to build that I forget to enjoy the one I’m currently doing. Someday I will learn. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Love your work Neil!

[@woodyourather7835]

K tut yokk9ko

[@gmgueifao]

The rosewood was a beautiful improvement in your already amazing test base and sketch. It is always a joy to watch you work and letting us know that we should be creative with what we have at our disposal and that screwing up some parts is part of the process of building something.

[@SciFiMind]

"And I really like filing" I knew there was something off about you Aussies, you all seem to enjoy filling. You know that makes the rest of the world distrustful of you right? ;)

[@PaskMakes]

Haha! I didn't realise it was that odd! ;)

[@sarah-janegalipo3995]

SciFiMind it’s a UK thing...we just adopted him.

[@SciFiMind]

@@PaskMakes yup... completely unnatural. Great work as always. Thanks for sharing

[@Kevin-gx8lc]

I don't Mr Pask is an Aussie... he sounds way too British ! I reckon he's a Lancastrian who flew the nest to take up residence in Oz.

[@curmudgeon1933]

SciFiMind. There's an English guy called Allen Millyard who also enjoys filing. lol kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3yziHh9lLRsg5Y

[@rgrbrn]

I just found your channel. I've already watched so many videos and, of course, I've subscribed. I can confidently say that you're my idol! You do everything with such simplicity. I would really love to have your skills! Thank you for sharing. You're truly inspiring! MacGyver has nothing on you!

[@PaskMakes]

Wow, thank you! :)

[@ericdgood]

"I actually like filing" said no one ever. Beautiful work

[@glenstertx]

Y’know, it’s not just your considerable skills, it’s also your imagination and creativity that are so amazing. Thanks for letting us watch over your shoulder!

[@MedievAll]

Que arte el tuyo, enhorabuena

[@tristanschenkel3431]

I'm not sure what to say to that

[@adlockhungry304]

That’s amazing! I have a new found appreciation for the complexity of designing and building a “simple” planer.

[@felixmayr2788]

First like than watch😂

[@franckherrmannsen7903]

indeed i always do that here

[@Ben-fl6je]

Can't imagine what you're capable of doing with the "right tools"! Great work with your incredible amount of versatility and constant efforts to expand your skills.

[@Painless61]

I always admire your ingenuity to solve problems or peculiarities in your projects ... that's really great to watch

[@shermanjones1417]

I thought I had a chance of doing this until you started making screws and silver soldering on metal pieces...hats off mate. You are a rare talent. I am in love with that plane and your work in general.

[@boydbutterworth2295]

Have to agree with many of the other comments already added here, that was an incredible piece of craftsmanship - well done! - looks incredible and from what we could see it works just as well. seriously impressive!

[@christopherperisho4819]

Well now I need to make one! I’m always inspired but your thriftiness to make incredible, beautiful, and functional things without having all the right tools. Well done!

[@kennethbishop123]

Man you're brilliant. I'm a fellow Craftsman for the past 30 years. Love what you do. So happy I found your channel

[@marcmoquin3735]

Excellent craftsmanship. You deserve to get a metal lathe. You have earned it mate. Think of all the possibilities. You are so talented and patient. I always learn from you, thanks.🇨🇦

[@TheJamesouzts]

Wow. The patience is the key. So many times you could have picked up a side grinder or even a dremel but doing it the slow way really pays off in some situations.

[@Kevin-gx8lc]

Fantastic Mr Pask... what a wonderful tool ! I love the astetic combinations of steel, brass and wood, and doesn't it work well? You are soooo talented! Greetings from Southport UK.

[@jeanneduchene5394]

You are an incredible craftsman. I'm enjoying your videos.

[@darrenatarrant]

Absolutely brilliant once again. I look forward to seeing you grow your metal shop with more tools, and what builds you come up with. Hands down one of the best makers on KZbin.

[@nonparticipant4671]

Always a pleasure watching Pask make something. What a talented gent he is. Living in the US, I had to look it up and guess what. According the the dictionary, it is actually pronounced "sodder" not "solder", coming down from old French where the L is dropped. You would never hear the L pronounced anywhere in the US, thats for sure. Although I did see a reference to different pronounciation based on geographical area as being recoginzed as accurate also. Of course, everyone is going to keep on saying what they are used to saying, and nothing wrong with that. Thanks Pask. Your videos never fail to inspire.

[@FranklinArtSite]

There's nothing I could add to what had already been said. The video makes the project looks easy but disguises all the exacting hand work that goes into it. Really nice job. I would like to tackle that sort of project myself. I think that I will buy the plane iron and not torture myself by trying to make one. They told me I couldn't make an acoustic guitar from scratch - but it came out great, just like so many of your projects. Thanks for sharing them...

[@antonion9954]

You are a true teacher and a true artist. I love watching his videos, how he transforms materials into true functional tools. A big greeting from Seville, Spain. PS: Excuse me if any word is mistranslated, I use google translator.

[@Joew99001]

For any discussions on your status as a master maker, this project is proof aplenty. Beautiful and superbly functional. I want one.

[@edkovac8978]

I admire your patience. All your projects are so complex. Well done!

[@StefanSalowsky]

You know, I just started wood working and, not having a big tool set yet, making my own tools. I was pretty happy with a mallet I made. There is everything wrong with it that can be wrong, but I'm proud. And then, on that high note, I see this video and I can see I have several lifetimes in front of me to learn to even come close to your level... Outstanding work. You, sir, are doing it three levels further than everyone else. I humbly watch on :)

[@RADCOMJ1]

Wow that is awesome.... Your showreel has been positively received and we are happy to offer you the role. Its official you are the new McGuyver 👍

[@michaelvenditti1607]

I just keep watching your videos over and over, I just can't get over the patience that you have. You certainly make the crafts amazing

[@adamengland2519]

Outstanding work. Does not convey the amount of skill you have with hand tools. Thank you for sharing.

[@oscarespert347]

i'm so impressed. you are awesome. even without the "right" tools you always find a way. nothing can stop you.

[@ghill1010]

You are an amazing craftsman. Thanks so much for sharing your ideas with all of us. You are an inspiration to all of us to run with our ideas and push our skills forward. Thanks again!!!

[@boncamino5195]

You are an amazing ambassador for woodworkers across the globe. From building a chicken coop one week to then making this gorgeous plane. I am learning as a woodworker, making things you need instead of buying them is so much more satisfying and they are usually better anyway. Well done as always 🙂

[@traceyosterlind14]

It is such a pleasure to watch you create such a beautiful tool. I can see it used for many generations.

[@simeon7450]

Amazing quality video and tool! I love that you did the dovetails on non-wood materials, very creative.

[@ga5743]

Outstanding project Neil, thanks for sharing your love of making with us. Love the little plane.

[@joeyd8123]

Thanks so much for making your videos! Being disabled I have a lot of time on my hands. I really enjoy your content.

[@TankGunner84]

Man, I’ve always found you craftsmanship amazing! One thing I’ve never thought about for some reason though, is how well you edit the videos! A lot of videos like this I’d skip trough the work and just check out the steps. Not yours though, I always find myself watching them start to finish and getting inspired! This video made me realize just how handy one of those belt sanders would be lol... I think I know my next tool purchase!

[@DylanParkerDotCom]

Absolutely beautiful. Your detailed breakdown of the steps involved helps make the idea of attempting this so much less daunting. Thanks!

[@tympt1]

I’ve been waiting until I had time to watch the whole video and I’m so glad I did. Stunning in every detail and I’m not afraid to admit that I’m very jealous of your workmanship! Superb.

[@guysquarred]

It's so great watching you becoming a more and more acomplished craftsman. Thank you for bringing us along in your journey, it's so inspiring !

[@rickstrodder129]

So beautiful and remarkable craftsmanship. So enjoyed watching you create this lovely thing. Thankyou

[@TheSteveAS]

Such a beautiful design and finished tool! Neil, you are a true master craftsman! It takes an elevated level of craftsmanship to attain that level of finish quality with rudimentary hand tools. Save your money on a mill and buy another set of hand-files instead! Well done sir!

[@harrygoudswaard8601]

You are one of my biggest inspirations for projects and generally making stuff. I really admire the clever combination of tools and skills, lovely video to watch!

[@donnecheli2721]

Good to see the bucket you made is still working

[@mariovrpereira]

What an incredible project. You have taken tool making at home to a whole new level.

[@LostWhits]

I love that this rickety old bench and vice ended up being their own projects. Beautiful plane too.

[@_J.F_]

Another amazing project crammed with ingenuity, skill, and plenty of determination. I will probably never even attempt to make a plane like yours but just watching you going about your different projects is always hugely inspiring and always include some really valuable little tips and tricks that can be useful to everyone.

[@hypnoraythompson5824]

that is the mark of a real craftsman, a stunning work of art.

[@jeffdutton1910]

WOW!!! what a beautiful instrument, and what a lot of work. How does just one man become so very clever. Hats off to you Neil.

[@paultidswell2981]

Neil you continue to amaze me with your skills. I just love watching you work your magic.

[@scotthaddad563]

Beautiful little plane! I bought a small plane about that size back in the eighties. It was made from cast iron but had a very soft blade. It was in the one dollar tool bin so I didn’t expect much. After I made a new iron from an old chisel that became my favorite plane to keep in my pouch.

[@daveys]

That filing the screw down is a great makeshift lathe but what a palaver! Great silver soldering too!

[@chriskennard5920]

Wow Neil, this is a work of art. So many transferred skills from past projects brought together with new ones and culminating in this beautiful piece - great vid work too - many thanks cK

[@Joe___R]

Great looking little plane. You can turn brass on a wood lathe with wood turning tools. Brass is a soft enough metal that it doesn't require any special tools to work it unlike most other metals.

[@owenmayes2128]

I love your use of the venerable "double-mole" knurling jig! 👌🏼

[@adammiller2508]

I love watching you fix screw ups... That is, taking the scenic route. Inspiring stuff. Thanks as always!

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

Those 30 minutes just flashed by! Fun content. Great story telling. Masterful editing! Can't get better than that!

[@adammacpherson8465]

Mr. Pask, I know that when putting your skills out to the public it is a bit nerve racking and opens you up to tons of criticism. Please don't let those who say negative comments discourage you in any way. Your talent in creating useful items and jigs to help you move through a project are truly inspirational. I really admire your talents. Keep it all coming man. Adam