How to make a Vintage Style Drill Index

[@torbjornahman]

That turned out great! I see you got yourself some lovely machines, that's perfect!

[@jamesa7506]

A compliment from one "top shelf" builder to another! Thunderbear and Pask makes, birds of a feather flock together.

[@cmogolkanli]

Nice compliment from Thunderbear...

[@Rubbernecker]

A respectable nod from Thunderbear!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Torbjorn! Yes, loving the new toys! :)

[@nor_iys5686]

Вай, Вы крутые ребята, держите курс так и дальше!

[@elisabethreeves1786]

Ooooh! The increasing height of the drill bits matches the slope of cabinet! *chefs kiss*

[@bill_s28]

What a fantastic project! No paint needed. And seeing how you handle that lathe, no one would guess it's a recent addition.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you like it Bill and thanks, I'm really enjoying the lathe! :)

[@OzGecko]

I assumed at the beginning that you would paint it (and I love the colour you chose) but I'll agree with the other comments - natural finish looks spot-on for the vintage style. Love the eject-a-knob at 13:23 too :)

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks Dominic! I think it would've looked good painted too but I loved how the etch came out. :)

[@DrWeird]

@@PaskMakes I really like the look but I help but wonder what it would have looked like with that great color of paint as well

[@tonyfnd]

Cannot agree with you more about the eject-a-knob. It was very satisfying already to watch it drop into the hole but the air ejection just make it that much better.

[@Tinker001]

@@DrWeird He needs to make a second one & paint it. Agree?

[@MichaelCarroll]

That bit at the end where it just drops into place... *hugely* satisfying! Another triumph!

[@PaskMakes]

It was pretty satisfying! Thanks! :)

[@SparrowStockwell]

How could anyone NOT like what you did? It looks super!

[@1144panda]

Neil; when i come across a situation where it's hard to get a drill into tight spaces, i use my Milwaukee 4-in-1 drill from Home Depot: M12 FUEL 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Brushless Cordless 4-in-1 Installation 3/8 in. Drill Driver Kit with 4-Tool Heads. It has made life easier for me. Keep up the good work!

[@snowstrobe]

The two most satisfying moments: seeing how well it fitted in its place, like it was made for it... and hearing the little farty noises the holes make. It's great to see the growing array of tools come into use.

[@PaskMakes]

Glad you enjoyed those moments! :)

[@Ateesh6782]

Yeah, the ejection of the knob with compressed air and the farty sounds were the two highlights - love the childish joy aspect - but the whole thing is just beautiful. I love it. Inspiring in all ways. :)

[@OriginalRaveParty]

Every object you make is a record of your care, workmanship and eye for design. Super result.

[@coreygrua3271]

Sometimes I feel like I am visiting a Rolls Royce factory with this fine channel. It is fascinating to consider.perfection with all of its sound effects. “Reckon” brings me back down to reality. What a mind!

[@JustJimWillDo]

Metal shop. Machining gear. A grinding room, fer crying' out loud! And it's all in regional Queensland! You are just living your best life now, eh? Great stuff, Neil. Really loving your channel as it moves along in leaps and bounds.

[@SomewhatAbnormal]

Great piece! I use a vinyl cutter and acid or saltwater/voltage etching quite a lot - it’s a great way to etch without a glowforge. My favorite part, dropping the perfectly sized peg into the hole, then blowing it back out!

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks - I've already started thinking of more ways to use the vinyl cutter. :)

[@SomewhatAbnormal]

@@PaskMakes if I’m hand cutting steel for a knife (using an angle grinder), it’s quite useful as a stick on template. I’m looking forward to see what other creative ways you use it.

[@samp-w7439]

One of my favorite woodworking channels becoming one of my favorite machining channels!

[@georgecunningham9175]

I currently have absolutely NO need for anything such as this - but I DO have an almost irresistible "need" to design and craft something like it.................so my friend, I can honestly say that not only do you amaze and entertain, you inspire as well. Thank you...................

[@XX629-Bulldog]

Stunning work. I keep seeing original drill bit holders like my father had and they’re always so expensive for what they are. Never conceived one could be made even better.

[@seansysig]

Neal, now that's my kind of bit index. Retro design, solid & portable. I like the use of the Cricut as a etching template! I will be v-carving mine out of a 1" acrylic block with embedded magnets.

[@sgsax]

There's something special about making tools look like art. Adding the paint would look really sharp, but the raw etch still looks very cool. And putting on that "shelf" makes it look like it was always meant to be there. Thanks for sharing!

[@nerddub]

No paint “needed,” but I always find when doing faceplate etching, or really any etching where you have numbers or text you need to read often, the fill definitely helps

[@jimadams6159]

No paint needed. Absolutely first class work.

[@williamellis8993]

That's great, Neil. I'm glad you left the paint off. It looks so much better that way. Bill

[@kzookid2051]

Awesome project! A tip from sign-makers, who spend many hours weeding vinyl cutouts - use the point of an Xacto blade to pick the unwanted parts out of the stencil. Stick the point just far enough into the vinyl to poke and pull it out, instead of pushing with the awl.

[@troyparr1659]

For quite a long time I have been thinking about making an Index for thread taps, with each correct size drill bit for tapping size and clearance size. Now I have watched you do this I may finally get around to making one!

[@anarablehill5691]

I like it. Since you asked, I'd polish the Pask Makes and Twist Drill Index, QS AU Metric and surrounding bar. Paint the etch. Leave the rest brushed/matte. A mix of everything. Inspiring as always, keep making!

[@joeblumber4786]

With the etching so shallow I can't see paint making the project look any better. Nice looking as is and convenient drill storage! Thanks

[@sarfaraazalladin3696]

All in all, it came out beautifully! And the ferric chloride gave you great contrast on the aluminium. I've only ever worked on steel so it's nice to get some insight into a new material. Thanks for sharing!

[@randelcross]

Always look forward to your posts Neil... Once again, Great job on this project. Love to see you expanding your knowledge base and creative content! Cheers!

[@daviddaddy]

That came out really really nice!!! I love your mill and lathe. They're very nice! And will be a treat seeing you machining more. Thanks for sharing i always really enjoy your videos. You got such a wonderful personality and are really good at making Everything! Lol everything you do comes out Brilliant and fully functional and So Beautiful!!! You're a One of a Kind and Create One of a kind Stunning Art work. Take care my friend and Thanks so much! for all your hard work you do creating all the beautiful, incredible pieces of art you make and share with us and the many many countless hours you spend editing for our viewing pleasure. I know how tedious editing can be and so repetitive! So Thanks again for Every single thing you do for all of us! You're a Wonderful person! Who always inspires me! I swear Aussies are the Nicest people! Lol If i ever wind up in Australia (Which I'd Love too!) im going to have to meet you and treat you to a Drink or two lol. Cheers Mate and Thanks again. -David Cox

[@ADVJason]

When you put up the bandsaw cabinet I was wondering why...seemed like the space there would look odd. Well now I see that made that whole thing look so much better. Great video as always.

[@brendanhurley8780]

Great job. I would have used a couple of strong magnets countersunk into the base of the drill stand assuming the metal on the cabinet isn’t stainless or aluminium of course.

[@rossmckenzie9446]

My thought also.

[@lukebrown2674]

I like this as well. Then the whole piece would lock onto any other magnetic surface.

[@tonysutton6559]

I thought about that then thought that the bits might jump out as the stand was pulled away from the cabinet.

[@bobd.]

I was thinking along the same line but then thought that magnets on the index would attract any metal bits from where ever you set it down and then you'd be having to clean it off all the time. If you put the magnets on the cabinet and a disc set flush on the underside of the index that might work. But again any ferrous debris would be attracted to them and you'd still have the maintenance issue. Great looking drill index and the videography is excellent as always. My thanks to @Pask Makes for taking the time to share this.

[@CraigsWorkshop]

Awesome work Neil. Love the end result, and as usual, great filming, editing and voiceover. Thanks, Craig

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Craig! :)

[@davidbarnett3732]

I definitely would have left it as is, it gives it that antique look. This was a simple but great project. Loved it

[@oldskooljules]

I really enjoyed the part where you ran your finger over the holes, just after you did the final gentle sanding of the top, and it made that excellent sound!! It's the little things like that which I appreciate most about what you do :)

[@LookitsPuck]

That looks brilliant, and it had to be hella satisfying having those knobs so smoothly go into the plate.

[@Jaime1698]

Excellent work, I left the top in the color of aluminum and the sides and bottom painted, a strong hug from Portugal.

[@ga5743]

Precision perfection 👍. No paint for me. Always love your narration. Thanks for sharing your work.

[@ohasis8331]

That really does look better than a bought one! Loved the little pop out with the air gun @13:20

[@Violaetor]

Just Beautiful, the paint would really hit that vintage mark. I was disappointed with no sound effects at 13:20, but 14:24 made up for it.

[@JacobLongActingJourney]

That really was the best way to make the cabinet look complete!

[@Sodabowski]

I'd have painted it. Purple. It's awesome, great job Neil!

[@johncarey9149]

Good call on leaving the paint in the tin. The index looks great just as it is.

[@chrissilman8495]

Looks fantastic! After seeing the paint color, I would love to see it painted. It's a knockout either way.

[@owenparker6651]

Gorgeous! I would have thought it would need to be painted but it looks perfect without. Lovely little project very well executed! Thanks for sharing!

[@petergamache5368]

This turned out quite nice! I'd have tossed magnets in the base of the index but I think your idea works out better in the long run - the locating pins will prevent the paint from being chipped/scratched off the surface of the cabinet, since you're forced to lift the index rather than just slide it off. Smart!

[@Alexchii]

Magnets recessed in the holes drilled for the pegs and a felt to cover the bottom would be the perfect solution I think.

[@XPStartupSound]

That sound when you rubbed your fingers on the holes was so satisfying

[@dnngskn62]

Looks great. I love it. I have some vintage drill holders that are still in use today. No paint, aluminum, brass and even copper look fine on their own.

[@glendonkuhns7]

it's fun how the angle of the opening of the band saw case sort of matches the angle of the drill bits.

[@fredsmith8897]

Nice that it follows the slope of the bandsaw cupboard too.

[@zifnab6824]

on etched items like that it looks nice to hit the etch areas with a light coat of spray paint. then once the paint to cured (not just dry) sand the non-etched areas to remove the paint. it really makes the etched areas pop

[@MakerCuisine]

The drill guide looks great pask, me personally i always enjoy a good pop of color to brighten my mood but the natural metal finish looks clean too

[@ratroddiesels1981]

this was a fascinating programme . we like the finish as is. this piece is art work ,it is museum quality and should be shown in moma . thanks for this great show ,you really are talented.

[@jaypeeters]

Nice result! A bit disappointed that I won't be able too see the room build.

[@kleckerklotz9620]

I really like the fact that the shapes of the drill bits match the shape of your "bandsaw" cupboard. Very well done, Neil. Also I like the idea that each drill bit drills its own home. Would have left it without paint, like you did. Thanks for sharing... :)

[@shadowscribe]

Lovely piece. Paint is traditional but getting to really see the etch is nice too.

[@Bamaman14k]

Very cool, definitely leaving it unpainted was the right decision. It looks just wicked like it’s an antique.

[@pferguson2212]

Wow! Absolutely stunning and absolutely no need for paint!

[@Joew99001]

Being quite vintage myself I appreciate the project. Great work as always. As is works for me, no paint needed.

[@wrstew1272]

The sound of inserting the bits at the end is just perfect. You are doing what everyone else wants to, little personal tweaks that make life easier and more professional. Great stuff!

[@onsapplikasies8620]

Looks great. Love the colour of the paint you got but am glad you left it unpainted. It looks awesome just as it is.

[@andyjoy86]

Great content as always! I often get bored with other creators and tend to skip through their vids but with yours I watch every second. Very inspiring, thank you.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks very much Andy! :)

[@egbluesuede1220]

simple looking project but expert execution....some really good tips on drilling. I think it looks awesome just etched like you left it.

[@PokuPokuYeah]

That index test fit was soooooooo satisfying ! Well done Sir, it looks awesome !

[@garybaris139]

That looks amazing. I too would have painted it but after it was done also decided it looks better with just a clear coat on. Nice job.

[@Rouverius]

Thanks for taking us on this journey with you. It's encouraging to see you continue to stretch out into other skills. And the end result is such a classic look and a perfect fit with the cabinet.

[@PaskMakes]

No worries - I reckon trying out new techniques is the most fun part of making. :)

[@StuartdeHaro]

That looks incredible! I've seen those Cricut machines in the craft stores and now I want one.

[@dae8864]

for cabinet mounting you could have used magnets glued to the bottom of the drill holder. and a little tip when working with aluminum, then you can use denatured ethanol, as a cooling and cutting agent.

[@WaitWhat99]

As someone with pseudo OCD (lol), THIS video completely did it for me. Fuzzy feelings all day long. Thankyou! Love your work

[@paulfinochio4387]

I love it, looks amazing, especially without paint, great choice as always!

[@Craftlngo]

Looking great Neil! Aluminium is reacting way more aggressive to acid, when the oxide layer is once removed.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks! Yes it really did react more vigorously, I'll have to experiment more. :)

[@krissteel4074]

@@PaskMakes If you dilute the ferric it tends to be a lot less frisky and avoids at lot of pitting too Love the result though

[@andrewgalbreath2101]

Super interesting as always!! It looks great as is, but that shade of blue you use looks great on everything. I bought some for an old c-clamp I restored

[@jmtx.]

Looks awesome likes this. Etched aluminum gives a great brushed and aged look.

[@EdMeyer22]

I’m really enjoying the metal working, it’s a nice mix.

[@barbradawnbarrett]

I found that super pointy tweezers are the best for weeding out the unwanted vinyl. That way you can stab it (like you were doing) then grab it to pull it out of the way!

[@5055hunter]

I agree with you, it looks great without paint. A more vintage look.

[@amenditman]

I like the etching without paint, looks kind of antique.

[@Lutzboater]

Enjoyed this very much. Loved how the etching turned out. It looks perfect. No paint would also have been my choice.

[@ConcreteLand]

I love the look of the tarnished metal. Nicely done sir.

[@c.a.g.1977]

13:20 This is so satisfying 😍 It looks, like so many of your builds, amazing, Neil!

[@metabeard3788]

Yeah, I was thinking you were going to paint it the whole time, and that blue looks like it woulda really popped. On the other hand, not sure the blue would look so good right next to the green of the bandsaw cabinet. Looks great either way!

[@k4kfh]

That turned out awesome!!! Also looks like you got some sweet machines, they are a nice size for hobby shops. One tip: In the beginning when you're turning that aluminum rod, your tool is sticking out way further than it needs to. With carbide you can get chatter and chip the inserts. You probably already know all that though.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks and thanks for the tip! :)

[@kennethkeiser]

I remember as a kid my grandpa's workshop, he had all kinds o different index charts which he had made from wood. Great video and thanks for the memory reminders.

[@CzaDevian]

No paint necessary at all! Great looking piece there mate!

[@TheLukemcdaniel]

I agree and like the look of the raw etching. If anything, I might have painted it in with black so it stood out.

[@TheSteveAS]

No surprise this latest project turned out perfectly Neil! It looks so cool nestled in the open void of your band saw cabinet. I don’t think it “needs” paint at all, but maybe painting just your logo would turn this project up to eleven?

[@jasonwalter2924]

Get yourself some Alumicut for your aluminum cutting and machining; non-toxic, non-oily and the best fluid I've worked with. Great video again sir thank you!

[@turtledruid464]

I have to say I've really been enjoying the machining content you've been putting out lately. Great work!

[@PaskMakes]

That's great to hear, thank you - I will be getting back to some woodworking videos too though! :)

[@ShotgunAU]

I'm going against the grain here and I reckon painted would look more like it would have if it were produced in the 50's and would look amazing.

[@timothyball3144]

I'm with ya.

[@samuelbhend2521]

I was disappointed that he didn't paint it. It just doesn't looks finished, almost "rushed to get it done". Also the tiny numbers would be way better readable....

[@tomfull6637]

Aluminium look is perfect 👌

[@fieroboom]

Heck no - no paint!!! That looks 💯% PERFECT!!! 👍👍👍

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Very nice job turned out very unique and very well. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep designing. fab on. Mill on. Keep making. God bless.

[@DanKoning777]

I can't make up my mind re: paint vs vintage. Neil I think you should make another one for your spade/router bits so we can make an educated guess ;) *Well done.*

[@MrMega200]

He should do it in wood and fill in lettering with paint with a poly finish on top of that. Would look fantastic.

[@viorsa8200]

Excelente proyecto muy bien desarrollado y mejor ejecutado , el portabrocas más original que e visto , gracias por compartir tanta creatividad y conocimientos , un saludo cordial y por supuesto un gran like desde Narón , Galicia ( España) 🤓 😜

[@wesleydyar4107]

A trick I learned working with sawing a lot of aluminum over the years. Spray the blade with a good quality spray bottle as it exits the aluminum with Rubbing Alcohol. The aluminum chips are hot when exiting the aluminum and the alcohol causes the chips to contract rapidly flying off the blade leaving the blade very clean.

[@916rockfox]

That was a great vid. simple yet elegant project. user friendly and portable while staying secured on shelf. really an awesome job.

[@olenilsen4660]

That looks awesome! You did right not to paint it, it looks so much better without. Thanks for another cool machining class.

[@1st_track_dents]

Great job, really enjoyable to watch. well done!

[@MrKinkyged]

Fantastic Neil. If i lived a little bit closer to you i would love to have one.But i am in Newfoundland,Canada.Thanks for the great video.

[@thomasmackey6760]

Fantastic video Loved every moment but the ejecta knob was very slick. I will never tell you how to run this awesome channel but may I say I miss Scrap Wood Challenge. It's scrap, it's crap it's firewood, but some of the wood is good. I realize for you there is much joy in a build challenge, and maybe its hard to find a satisfying scrap wood challenge, but i really do miss those.

[@carneraerial]

Such Craftsmanship!! Great work. I know cabinet was sprayed, but I’d say the same green in the etch to match the cabinet. 😁

[@Farm_fab]

Neil, that looks nice the way it is. Some time ago I found a cast iron version of this without the bits, and it's in good shape. I also found a set of German made bits with reduced shank for a hand drill, and they look good. A couple of weeks ago, I went to the scrap yard and there was a huge pile of small reamers with a few larger ones, some end mills (some were carbide) and some rotary cutters. I kept some of the 19 kilos of the lot, but gave the end mills and cutters to a friend. Unfortunately they all now have surface rust on them, but they are a nice find. It appears that a machine shop was closing, thus the big pile.

[@PaskMakes]

Thanks - that sounds like a nice find! :)

[@Farm_fab]

@@PaskMakes many of my tools have come from the scrap yards. People don't know how to fix things, so they just scrap them or throw them in the ash bin.

[@geoffcapper5025]

It looks fantastic. Great to see the etching process all the way through, I reckon that would be a craft that could get addictive.

[@samrodian919]

Lovely job that mate, looks totally old school and just right.