Wood Bowl Turning Without A Chuck Woodturning Video

Wood Bowl Turning Without A Chuck Woodturning Video
Is it possible to turn a wooden bowl without a chuck? The answer is yes! For various reasons, some people don't want to turn a wood bowl using a chuck.
In this video, I will share with you how to turn a wood bowl without a chuck. And the added bonus is I'll be using a very small amount of equipment in the process. So, if you're curious about turning bowls but haven't yet committed to the process by purchasing a four jaw chuck, try this technique to get your feet wet.
If you decide you like turning wood bowls, then you'll probably want to get a chuck to make the process a bit easier and more efficient. But in the meantime, watch and learn how to turn a bowl without a chuck.
1:04 Mounting to Lathe
2:42 Roughing Cuts
15:28 Shaping Bowl
18:23 Faceplate Mounting
28:10 Coring Bowl Interior
39:36 Making Jam Chuck
42:37 Remove Tenon Shaping Foot
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[@klausalan]

Best turning videos on KZbin. I’ve learned so much from this channel! Thanks.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thanks! I appreciate your kind words! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@ChrisCro]

The why of what your doing is how i kept watching for all 50 minutes... thank you for that and you've gained a sub!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Chris! I’m glad you watched and subscribed because I really want you to be able to turn the bowls you imagine! All the best and Happy Turning!

[@aarondrossart6026]

These videos are so ridiculously good. I'm thinking about getting into turning, and these are just wonderful guides.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Aaron! Much appreciated! Find someone local and try it first. You'll probably love it! Happy Turning!

[@aicirtfountain9041]

bought my wife a lathe for a present. This is by far the best advice and instruction I have found. Watching all the advertising to support this channel. Great info and no nonsense - a true teacher.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you so kindly! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@kendryden7575]

Just watched this , and have to say probably the best information I seen yet. I'm just starting out and have learnt a lot from this. Thank you for taking the time to film this great work and sharing it to the world. I'm very happy to have seen some valuable information. Ken

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Ken! So glad this helped you. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@mrlong12u1]

Your training in your videos are the best on KZbin. I have improved my turning tremendously. Lots of free advertising to my wood turning friends about your channel. All I can say is THANKS!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly Mr. Long! Glad to help you! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@lucyscottwalker2203]

My lathe came in the mail today. I've never used one and my husband did once in wood shop about fifty five years ago so, needless to say, your help is greatly appreciated. Looking forward to browsing through your other videos. And yes, I subscribed. Thank you!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That is awesome! Enjoy the process and all the best to you. Happy Turning!

[@sarahweerheim6123]

Your video popped up on my suggested views, ironically I'm on my way out to pick up my first wood lathe this afternoon. So much important information that I didnt know!!! I will certainly be re viewing this video and going through more of your videos in the coming days and weeks. Thank you so much for posting this!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Fantastic! Glad I could help! Tons of info here and at TurnAWoodBowl.com Happy Turning!

[@bwrightaway2877]

My amazing wife bought me a WEN 5 speed 12x18 lathe for christmas. I'm 36 and i can remember wanting a wood lathe back before i was 10 years old. I'm watching all your videos; you seem like a well of knowledge. I'm excited to get started

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That is awesome! What fun! Enjoy and Happy Turning!

[@chrisstitcher8667]

I appreciate all that Kent does in his efforts to advance woodturning. Richard

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Richard. I appreciate you!

[@Ryfrye]

Couldn't be more appreciative of this video. You used the tools I have because I havent gotten a chuck yet.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, glad this connected with you. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@RayMrRobert]

You are a great heartfelt communicator and you convey both technique and passion seamlessly. I love watching your videos.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thank you, Robert! Very much appreciated! Happy Turning!

[@dennisbiggs870]

I am thinking of a neighbor who is getting his first lathe for Christmas. Your videos will be a great addition.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Oh fantastic! Thanks for sharing. Happy Turning!

[@jolenezdebski5280]

Used to turn pens 30 yrs ago, never tried a bowl. Watched the whole video. You are a great teacher. Gotta dust off my husbands lathe and give it a try after I clean the rust off the tools and sharpen them.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You can do it! Have fun. Happy Turning!

[@scottfarnham2717]

Great bowl and information! We get used to using chucks and forget how we started. Thanks for the video Kent!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure. Happy Turning!

[@bobraasch8699]

This a wonderful, well explained method using the faceplate which comes with most lathes when new. No need to make that "exact tenon" for jaw check use. The face plate is very secure so no opportunity for the bowl to become a flying object, if proper screws are used.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Bob, yes this works well. Thank you, and Happy Turning!

[@lornekletke6461]

This video is phenomenal. Well narrated and shot. I learned so much and you've helped this noob solve some frustrations that have held up my early learning. Thank you!

[@radarthewoodturner8912]

Such a beautiful Bowl love the spalting in it You Really Turn My Views on using a faceplate thank you for sharing

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you and you’re welcome! Happy Turning!

[@kenspears7159]

Thanks Kent, i really appreciate your videos. They are great explanatory videos. On the lighter side, my wife steals my jam chucks for crafts and decorating!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

LOL, that's a new one. It's usually us guys "borrowing" stuff from the house and using it in the garage. LOL Happy Turning!

[@pedrocastaneda7500]

Thank you very much for sharing. I enjoyed watching and listening how you explain every step of the way. Watched other videos where the turner doesn’t say a word about their process. I have watched some of your other videos and enjoyed all of them. Thank you again.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Pedro! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@Brad_R_LiveFit]

I always learn something new from you from each of your videos. I've watched so many, and through them you've taught me so much. I feel like each video is another day in a bowl turning lecture series/course. Thank you. I'll keep watching and keep learning. Most importantly, I'll keep sharing your channel with my friends and anyone else that asks me if I know where they can go to learn bowl turning. I have also used your gouge cutting techniques to help me on my spindle turnings. What you teach has applications to all turnings. THANK YOU!! 😁😁👏👏🤝

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly, Brad! I'm so glad the info is helping. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@cdrive5757]

I've been turning since 1991. Primarily, turning small boxes, goblets and earrings. I'm sure I must have turned over a hundred bowls over those years and have never used a commercial wood holding chuck. I do use shop made Jam and Vacuum chucks though. Ya don't miss what ya never used! Like you, a Face Plate and Bowl Gouge does the job. Thank you for showing others how it's done, - step by step. Especially those "always" tense moments when parting off a perfect bowl. Good job Kent! Wakodahatchee Chris

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks, Chris! Much appreciated and Happy Turning to you!

[@tompuskar4426]

I've been turning bowls both with and without a 4 jaw chuck for a number of years. I really enjoyed this video as a review and to remind me of some of the bad habits I've developed! Great video for beginners and experienced turners as well.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@mrb1060]

Always clear, concise and informative...as always. Thanks.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Martin! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@Ocean-blue]

Got my lathe 4 weeks ago, practicing different cuts making spindles and new handles for my wood working vice. I am gonna give this a go, will probably wear my motorcycle crash helmet though !!

[@Alinverse]

So very informative...can’t wait to finish your “course” of tutorials.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome! Thank you! Happy Turning!

[@dennishoffner8996]

Great figure love spalted anything mostly maple. I learned some techniques today much appreciated.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are very welcome Dennis. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@santarosacartunes5437]

Thanks so much for the video and info. I am in the process of purchasing everything I need to start turning bowls and getting back into wood working as I am retiring. I'm happy to have found you and will follow and heed to your wisdom. A wise man seeks to counsel. I am grateful to you and consider you a blessing. Thank you, thank you, thank you Michael :)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are so welcome! Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@edwinleach7401]

One of the best if not the best bowl I have ever seen. Spalted wood is my favorite. Pecan looks great but poplar is better.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly, Edwin! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@aussielen3285]

Purely as an observer (subscribed), I’d say the end that you’re going to screw the faceplate onto could be hollowed out (not deep) just enough so that the faceplate is snug in there.. then, when you flip the bowl it should be almost true…. I don’t turn, but I’m fascinated with the techniques, and Kent’s knowledge and skills are incredible!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Len! That sounds about right. Happy Turning (maybe some day)!

[@WayneSmith-yf3fg]

Great Job. I got more out of this than many other turning videos I've watched.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thanks! I appreciate you. Happy Turning!

[@kellireece6348]

I must tell you, that after only 1 minute I immediately subscribed. Your instruction style is absolutely exemplary. Thank you so much for imparting your knowledge to all of us who want to learn. Looking forward to watching more of your videos!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow! Thank you, Kelli! So glad you are on board! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@fredpittman9073]

Tips to stop end grain tear out

[@fredpittman9073]

7 tips to stop end grain tear out

[@robertpantel3208]

This video answered sooo many questions for me...Thank you

[@jontoolman]

Great video Kent. Many helpful tips. Thank-you for sharing.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you. Happy Turning!

[@bobmonday925]

So glad I found this channel.. just starting turning..so much information..thanks for you time

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You're Welcome Bob! All the best to you and Happy Turning! Kent

[@leeoneill1918]

Thank you very much for showing me how to turn a bowl without a chuck. I'm only a beginner and every little helps. I've watched a few of your videos and I'll keep on watching them. Again thank you so much for these clear lessons that are easily understood.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you for writing and sharing! You are very welcome. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@liviald26]

What a great channel and what a great teacher!!! I've been watching woodturning (just watching, I don't practice), but now I know why to do like this or why to do like that. Fantastic!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Oh that's fantastic. Thanks for sharing! Thank you and enjoy!

[@davidgates5380]

Thank you once more for an extremely helpful and educational tutorial video, Kent. For me it is not just the three tool method, but your technique at each stage. The open flute is interesting where you take off the ridges inside the bowl, as I have learnt to be very afraid of an open flute inside a bowl. I go in with closed flute, ride the bevel and gradually open until it just starts to cut. Your advice on my method and the potential snags I might get would help me. Take care stay safe and please keep these invaluable detailed tutorials coming. From across the globe in South Africa, you are teaching the world to turn.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

David, Thank you for writing. Yes, the open flute can be dangerous. However, pay attention when I use this technique. I only open the flute for very light finishing cuts and not when removing larger amounts of material. Keep practicing and you too will eventually feel more comfortable opening the flute as you progress. Happy Turning!

[@Kiltabago]

Another great project with good insight and shared knowledge. Thank you for the tips and excellent presentation. Now, back to my workshop to play with my lathe some more. This inspired me, which is why I like to watch these videos.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you. I’m glad you’re inspired! Happy Turning!

[@sausageshirt9586]

Awesome video you save me a lot of money I'm just starting out I'm going to give this a try

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you and All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@bobbibob3608]

Just starting out. you a great teacher thanks for sharing knowledge.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly, Bobbi! Happy Turning!

[@johnlavarine8155]

Just getting into the hobby and loving it. Thanks for the education with this project. Liked and subscribed!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, thank you! Happy Turning!

[@carpdude73]

Beginner turner here. I just subbed your channel! Great video! Love the learning I am getting! THANK YOU!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome! Thank you! Happy Turning!

[@larryhorowitz3059]

I ALWAYS LIKE YOUR VIDEOS BECAUSE YOU TAKE THE TIME TO EXPLAIN THE PRESENTATION OF THE TOOLS TO THE WOOD AND THE WHYS AND WHY NOTS OF WHAT YOUR DOING. AND YES I WATCH MOST OF YOUR VIDEOS. AS FAR AS THE FACE PLATE TURNING I HAVE USED THE FACE PLATE FOR ABOUT 5 YEARS ESPECIALLY ON PUNKY OR SCARRY WOOD.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! And thanks for sharing. All the best and Happy Turning!

[@curtwilbur7905]

Thanks for some great ideas. I'm just beginning bowl turning.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Welcome to the party! Enjoy and Happy Turning!

[@jonperley9722]

The same way but with a glue block I'm pushing 70 and have been doing that since my days in high school I finally broke down and bought a 4 jaw chuck and literally turned a cherry burl bowl today with the thing 01/25/23 !!!😁 Why I didn't get one before now I'll never know it cut the turning time in half! Stubborn I guess my lathe is 83 Years old this year handed down to me from my grandfather I rebuilt it about 20 Years ago I'm a retired cabinet maker and contractor !!! LoL 👍

[@johneaves551]

Another great and informative video, many thanks, cobber.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@oneshotpete6.591]

The narration of your vids step by step during the manufacturing process , make for absolute stellar vids ... awesome work !!! Thank you for sharing !!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thanks! Glad you approve. Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@damienparkinson9436]

Great video.You are a great teacher .Love your explanation on techniques,thanks

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Damien! I appreciate you! Happy Turning!

[@waynemiller3998]

I am new to turning and have done hammers and there handles.. not perfect but getting there and next will try turning a basic bowel and watching your videos is really helping thank you.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You can do it! Enjoy the process. Happy Turning!

[@BrentLink]

I have used a glue block several times and really like the process!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

I'll be demoing that soon. Stay tuned. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@rickeyburke2596]

Very informative, Thank you. Also Very nice piece of wood, love the grain.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you very much! Happy Turning!

[@georgebowman3716]

The things you present are well done and it is a talent in itself. Slowly recovering from a few operations and my wife as well, this retired manual machinist is transitioning to small wood crafts to eventually make ends meet, and even be a blessing to others. I am starting from the ground up. Your presentations keep my interests alive as I make my first beefy carving table, and rebuild my first Delta lathe. Keep up the good work. You are a blessing to others.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, George! Enjoy your projects, they sound like they will be rewarding. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@richardwright7162]

Great vidoe, thanks Kent. Really like the way you explain everything in a non-condescending way. I learn something every time I watch one of your videos.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Lol. Thanks. I’m just trying to share the important stuff with the idea it will help you and others. I appreciate you. Happy Turning!

[@beckytaylor4318]

@@TurnAWoodBowl beautiful

[@beckytaylor4318]

Beautiful

[@rogerjohnston9545]

I appreciate the tutorial demonstrations you provide.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Roger! Happy Turning!

[@dgandig]

Excellent job of describing what you are doing. Your videos are a wonderful learning tool for beginning or intermediate turners.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly! Happy Turning!

[@jameskennedy1077]

im new to turning and the way you explain and have videos that better explain is why i now subbed

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you and welcome! Happy Turning!

[@ct1freak]

I've had a large about 2 years. wish I'd have found your channel sooner. Been binge watching. Great info and even better work and info. Subbed

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for the sub! You're here now! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@michaelthompson2748]

I absolutely love your channel...you have helped me a lot!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, Michael. Glad to help and I appreciate you!

[@JosephLorentzen]

Caught you. At 32:04 you switch tool rests. That is another tool! Had fun catching you. Great video.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Ha! I'd say that's a technicality. ;) Happy Turning!

[@Dingdongwitchisdead]

I am new to lathe turning as I was gifted a partial Shopsmith Mark 500. I have acquired necessary parts off of eBay and scored a nice Craftsman chisel set. Can’t wait to try your techniques on some pieces of my own. Thanks for the videos.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Fantastic! Enjoy Joe and Happy Turning!

[@chrismarkow5238]

ok im hooked just watched this one of the best youtube videos and it was longer than my 15 minute limit lol. i have yet to turn one thing cant wait to set up my lathe.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Ah oh! It sounds like you're hooked already and you haven't even turned. That's the best. You'll be making bowls in no time. Enjoy the process and Happy (soon to be) Turning!

[@stevebyman1271]

Really liked your video and learned a lot Thanks!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it was helpful Steve! Happy Turning!

[@dunkie976]

Great video, thank you. I'm new to turning and am struggling to get to grips with the chuck, so this method will helm me to get my cutting skills off the ground without risking damage.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it helped. Be sure your chuck has dovetail angled jaws. All the other types of jaws tend to not grip very well. Happy Turning!

[@robertsaddler546]

Really enjoy your channel I order a new lathe today taking up wood turning getting to old for hunting and fishing

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds great, Robert. Welcome to the club. Remember; persistent, patient practice will yield the bowls you imagine creating! Happy Turning!

[@petersanchezthepokerartist4282]

Very good! I purchased A lathe well before I knew my skill,talent and passion was in sculpture carving but after watching this video I realized a lot of things that discouraged me that you helped bring to light. I might try to make a bowl here in there thank you

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wonderful! You can do it. Be patient and willing to practice and you'll be making the bowls you imagine. All the best to you Happy Turning!

[@mitchellmanning7887]

Very informative,,like the voice over,,thanks for sharing

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you liked it. Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@anneturner2018]

You are the best instructional woodturning channel....😊

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, thanks! Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@andrewoldham4462]

I got to admit I found this video both informative and enjoyable to watch i personally can't remember the last time i watched a turning video that was as comprehensive with it's information with the beginner in mind for this I thank you.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure, Andrew! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@jamesharless5357]

Beautiful!👍🏻

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, James!

[@peterfrancinsshelukindo9215]

Awesome job, I'm so excited for this amazing wood turning bowl without using heavy chucks just the normal round small metal with holes, absolutely it inspired me, big thumb up. Thank you I learned a lot from this video and you instruction is well understood.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Peter, Thank you for writing and sharing! I'm glad this struck a cord with you. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@jonperley7304]

This is EXACTLY how I was taught to make bowls plates platters and lazy Susans in high school 58 years ago!!! By the way I'm using my grandfather's lathe and its 83 years old!!! Does a great job just as good as these new 6 thousand dollar ones!!! Inboard is only 9" but outboard is 38"s from center do the math 38 + 38 all the way to the floor if needed!!! Spindle to tail stock is 36 inches there really isn't much I can't do on this old girl!!!👍

[@tonyhowes6629]

This is how I was taught to turn at school in the early 70s... more years ago than I care to think about! Also with a face plate and green beize to cover the holes. Happy days... :-)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Very cool! It's good to know how to turn a bowl without a chuck. Today, that's a special skill. ;) Happy Turning!

[@harryinhuahin1272]

Hi Tony - I was also taught much like you, in the early 60s.. With a 16" D. x 5" thick blank, and 1/2" screws into the wood - I was convinced it would fly off... We also had a sneaky/neat way to fix the baize to hide the screw holes... but it needs a diagram to explain properly... I remember suggesting that we could use a metalworker's chuck... and the tutor sanctimoniously replied: "We don't do things like that, here..." lol

[@harryinhuahin1272]

I don't recall being told about the 'jam-chuck' idea, back then - maybe our tutor was not a lathe devotee...

[@billjones393]

Your videos are excellently informative and educational. Thank you, thank you, thank you, for explaining just what spalting ACTUALLY is. I’m a wiser man now.

[@DancingFox6]

I second that. I thought spalt was just fungus. Who knew? 😳 Well, besides Kent...

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you. Glad to help. Spalting is the best! Happy Turning!

[@fallentreewoodcrafts]

Love the shape and the spalting. Spalting makes so called "junk wood" into amazing art. Thanks Mother Nature. In my area, we have a lot of fallen Chinese Elm with amazing spalting. Great video with every step to turn a bowl w/o a chuck. Thanks.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Barry. Yes, spalt is amazing! Gotta love it!!! Happy Turning!

[@robertbourke7935]

Great work Kent irrespective of the technique

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks?

[@jimmiehall1930]

He is an excellent instructor.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

He thanks you. ;) Happy Turning!

[@howardwittwer7490]

Howard; Lyndoch, down under, another great lesson. My next task is to grind a gouge to fifty five degrees with a swept back flutes.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you and that sounds great. Check out my tool sharpening eCourse for all you need. turnawoodbowl.com/tool-sharpening-ecourse-for-wood-bowl-turning/ Happy Turning!

[@heatherzikos6959]

Planning to come binge watch all your videos one day

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Much appreciated! Best to start soon because in a few months it might take some serious effort to binge them all at one time. LOL Happy Turning!

[@heatherzikos6959]

@@TurnAWoodBowl I binged your whole website in about a month. Haven't started turning yet but have started collecting local wood and have now a small lathe. Hard to find a woodturning community in Cyprus

[@johnsandor5399]

Thank you for a wonderful video.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

So nice of you. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@markhopkins8716]

That is some pretty wood, I turned my first bowl pretty much the same way you showed us.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@KunsthandwerkBenner]

Always interesting to see, that all of us had the same problems as we started woodturning :D

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

;) Happy Turning!

[@jeanshort9973]

Great content. Thank you.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

My pleasure! Happy Turning!

[@pjseiber2774]

Great info and beautiful work

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@chuckmoney1688]

Really interesting

[@ericennenga7218]

This is really well done. Thank you. I will be binging your videos... =)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, thank you! ;) Happy Turning!

[@kangacrew540]

Love the lines in the wood. Reminds me of mapping.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Ah yes, it does. Thank you kindly.

[@ade-woodcrafts]

Great video! There is a great deal to learn from you! I'm actually almost ready to take the step and buy a four jaw chuck but I got really comfortable using the faceplate. I've never worked with a four jaw chuck before but I presume, from the videos I watched, that I will save some time and some wood!👍

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Go for it! The four-jaw chuck combined with the faceplate is a great combo. One I started with. Happy Turning!

[@carolriley8472]

Great lesson!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks! 😃

[@chuckwalton2868]

It wouldn't have occurred to me to try this, but a youngster I've been mentoring a bit just got a beginner-lathe without any chuck. This may be something for him to try! Its nice to have a few great tools. Chuck w

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Excellent! Yes, it only takes a few good tools. All the best mentoring. Happy Turning!

[@akamai897]

Another reason to go chuck-less is when you are making a small bowl, and the foot is too small for your chuck. Great video Kent, just what I wanted to see! :D

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds reasonable.

[@christophdommermuth1366]

great video, very helpful, thanks for that

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it, Christoph! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@karenknuebel1369]

Good video thanks

[@manuelagoeb463]

Amazing movie and super explanation!!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked it! Happy Turning!

[@monopinion8799]

You are great. Love the video. We do get used to our tech toys as chucks and the variety of knives, we are spoiled and because narrow minded In a way. Watching your video it was an awakening! Oh yes that’s right! Well I get it. Try to use the basics at times. The thought at first was like turning with one hand and the left!! Very good tutorial. Thank you for showing me were the starting point is. I’m laughing out loud yes I’ll do that ...uh no.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

LOL, so glad you enjoyed this. All the best to you. Thank you and Happy Turning!

[@rogerg6148]

Excellent and informative presentation

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you liked it! Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@turnedbysean2023]

I Just bought a lathe, this video is definitely for me. I plan on purchasing a jaw chuck once I figure which one would be best for me.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad I could help. Happy Turning!

[@petemoore1596]

Thank you for your help very much

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are most welcome. Happy Turning!

[@suckered1316]

Great video. Thank you. Next step, make some jam chuck blocks :-)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds good! Happy Turning!

[@markthompson6860]

very good from the uk

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly. Happy Turning!