Turning a Hobby Knife

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Preparing Acrylic Blanks for Turning: • Preparing Acrylic Blan...
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Below are links to the tools I used in this video, or similar tools that will perform the same job. “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.”
Blank Prep:
Rikon 10” Bandsaw - amzn.to/3eOULP8 (Craftsman not available)
Blank Cutting Jig - www.turnerswar... (Search for Blank Cutting Jig.)
Blank Centering Jig - amzn.to/2S4fC7r
Machinist Square - amzn.to/3gM6BQb
Deburring Tool - amzn.to/3UlMJ45
Drill Press - amzn.to/3cUrwJl
Drill Vise - amzn.to/34Yv4aC
Pen Tube Insertion Tool - amzn.to/3bLeGfW Play Doh - amzn.to/2xTUw4V
Epoxy - amzn.to/2VOaTYI
Craft Sticks - amzn.to/2KrrHQ5
Barrel Trimmer - amzn.to/36nUQpb
9” Delta Disk Sander - amzn.to/2yINGiA (Craftsman was not available)
9” x 150 grit replacement sandpaper disks - amzn.to/2Y1U0fO
Abrasive Disk Cleaner - amzn.to/3D3HtLX
Rafter Square - amzn.to/2Xo4bcy
2” C-Clamp - amzn.to/3aBstoj
Sanding Jig - www.turnerswar... (Search for Sanding Jig)
Jewelers File - amzn.to/3bRN5Jp
3/8” Bottle Brushes - amzn.to/3eNOhjJ
Turning Accessories:
#2 MT 60 Degree Drive Center - amzn.to/2TmpUzB
#160 MT Degree Live Center - amzn.to/38U6Sqs
#2 MT 60 Degree Live Center - amzn.to/36F27Qg
#1 Mandrel Saver - amzn.to/2Tu6LfZ
#2 Mandrel Saver - amzn.to/2XiEdYb
Tools:
¾” Roughing Gouge - amzn.to/2uGkpDM
¾” Skew - amzn.to/35ozkSV
1/8” Parting Tool - amzn.to/37H3W09
Detail Gouge - amzn.to/37Gmz4o
Chucks:
#1 MT Jacobs Chuck - amzn.to/38oxhfL
#2 MT Jacobs Chuck - amzn.to/38rwDOU
Collet Chuck Set - amzn.to/37e6gf0
Collet for 3/4” Stock (Not Included in set with chuck) - amzn.to/2RAikAv
26 piece set of E-32 Spring Collets - amzn.to/39GYI5K
Nova Chuck - amzn.to/2W3v1YG
Nova Mini Jaw Set - amzn.to/2vVzNN8
Bits Taps & Dies Starter Bits - amzn.to/36blqjN
27/64” Drill Bit - amzn.to/2VxDBOX
Drill Bit Set - amzn.to/3apKt6d
M10 x 1 Die - amzn.to/33cd7EG
M10 x 1 Tap - amzn.to/33670S6
M13 x .8 Die - M13 x .8 Tap - Tap & Die Set - amzn.to/38oxFLf
#1 MT - Tap & Die Tool Holder - amzn.to/3awtFtY
#2 MT Tap & Die Tool Holder - amzn.to/2NJu4zK
Sharpening: Rikon Slow Speed Grinder - amzn.to/2TIq2LR
200 Grit CBN Wheel - www.woodturnerswonders.com (Call For Proper Fit: [phone])
Wolverine Sharpening System - amzn.to/2xMPZBp
Dust Collection: Dust Deputy - amzn.to/3cdxOUF
Dust Right Lathe Dust Collection - amzn.to/2Pvd2pW
Craftsman 16 Gallon Shop Vac - amzn.to/2T6Nz8w
Finishing:
Turning Sandpaper - amzn.to/2RziHLP
100 Grit Sandpaper - amzn.to/2zm5twl
Zona Paper - www.turnerswar... (Search for Zona)
Non-Stick Bushings - amzn.to/392M5l4
Penn State Thin C/A Glue PKCAFIN www.pennstateind.com
Starbond Aerosol Activator - amzn.to/3832Fjr
Starbond Medium C/A Glue - amzn.to/2T5zMif
Micro Mesh Pads - amzn.to/2GFigKU
Renaissance Wax - amzn.to/2I3Zb5O
Buffing Wheels - amzn.to/2teAz6D
Milescraft Pen Press - amzn.to/32zjn8Z
Metal Lathe:
0000 Steel Wool - amzn.to/30Mr9M0
½” Aluminum Rod - amzn.to/3at0Ej1
1/2” HDPE Rod - amzn.to/30EyTiU
Mineral Oil - amzn.to/2v7NQ1A
Brushes for Mineral Oil - amzn.to/2TCREl0
Digital Calipers - amzn.to/2NLuJ3t
HSS Cutting Steel - amzn.to/2RBM8Nm
HSS Parting Blade - amzn.to/3auoIC8
Punch Tool - amzn.to/2XXClpD
Metal Marking Tool - amzn.to/37o7Gnr
Other:
#1 MT Taper Mate Morse Taper Cleaner - www.woodturnerscatalog.com
#2 MT Taper Mate Morse Taper Cleaner - www.woodturnerscatalog.com
7/16” Wrench - amzn.to/3ePikr6
Acetone - amzn.to/2yovew5
Nitrile Gloves - amzn.to/2TIpNjV
Parker Ink Refill (Black) - amzn.to/2REsVux
Parker Ink Refill (Blue) - amzn.to/2TFsLp4
Parker Refills with Springs (Black) - amzn.to/319RW4O
Thin Rip Jig for Table Saw and Router Table: amzn.to/2wl3WFU
Pen Disassembly Soft Grip Pliers - amzn.to/32wWeUG

[@alanmullock381]

Great blank Bob,nothing too complex😁👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you, not complex at all, it was a truly simple turn. Regards, Bob

[@angim8984]

That's a really beautiful blank.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Angi, It was an awesome suggestion. Regards, Bob

[@dianahenderson]

Beautiful piece, nice job all around...(I believe the hex piece, you mentioned, is more to prevent it from rolling off the table than it is for adjustment). Love the colors!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

You are probably correct. 😀

[@markduggan3451]

A great kit, turned with skill.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Mark, I may turn another with a fatter handle to give these old hands a tighter grip on the knife. Regards, Bob

[@georgewilmore7599]

Great project! Now I’m going to have to make one.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Hello George, I use mine all the time. I don’t know how I got along with out it. Regards, Bob

[@sandysmeltzer2975]

Beautiful hobby knife. I recently purchased some knife kits and look forward to turning them. I doubt my wife will let me keep them in the shop, too elegant. Thanks for another good video. Blessings, Glen

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Glen, Make one of them with an ugly blank so you can keep it in the shop. 🤣 I use mine almost every day. Regards, Bob

[@davidlange9013]

Cool project Bob. Bullseye has some really neat products. - Dave

[@RJBWoodTurner]

I love their line of kits and blanks. Regards, Bob

[@pamelalittlefield4608]

Love it Bob...☺☺

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Pamela, I’ve been using it all over the shop. It’s a great little tool to have available for so many situations. Regards, Bob

[@kwstasantwniou243]

Good work Bob, super results and a very useful tool. Regards costas.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Kwstas. 😀

[@CrossCutCreations]

That's a fun looking kit! I actually have a blank on the lathe now that will become a hobby knife. All I have to do is finish and assemble.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

That is awesome, hide it from Sarah, those hobby knives are so useful, it will end up in her tool box. 😁

[@CrossCutCreations]

@@RJBWoodTurner Too late. This one is hers. Luckily, I have a second kit, but that might not be mine either. 😂

[@missygeorge1315]

That’s a great kit. Going to check them out.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

I love my hobby knife. I’ve been using it to all sorts of little jobs in the shop. Regards, Bob

[@Sweed1of3]

Great job!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you. Regards, Bob

[@michaeldequatro1012]

It came out great Bob. I didn't know that kit was even a thing. I went to order a couple but the bushings were sold out. I'll check back soon. Thanks

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Wow! They must be selling well. You’ll love that kit. I love mine. 😀

[@leliaguinn5307]

cool tool. I may have to make a couple of those.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

I have been using it to all types of little jobs in the shop. It is super handy. Regards, Bob

[@daveboatman4024]

The hex is to keep the knife from rolling off a table or workbench.

[@RJBWoodTurner]

It also works great to tighten the blade if it’s loose. 😀

[@WoodenItBeNice]

That is a great kit Bob and a beautiful blank. Take care Bob. Cheers, Huw

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you Huw. They ship to the UK. 😎

[@paulwaldrop]

Something new. Nice job. Beats my standard xacto knife. :D

[@RJBWoodTurner]

This one is a snap to make and it’s super handy for all types of jobs. I’m thinking of making another with a fat handle for a better grip. Regards, Bob

[@steelcitytimbers]

Wow! What a great kit! I will definitely have to pick up a couple. Turned out great Bob!

[@RJBWoodTurner]

They are super handy, I’ve been using mine on all sorts of projects around the shop. Regards, Bob

[@SgtPotato628]

Looks great! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Thank you. Regards, Bob

[@thomastate7448]

I’ve actually thought about getting one of these. Have any problems with it?

[@RJBWoodTurner]

Hello Thomas, I haven’t had any trouble with it. I use mine all the time. Regards, Bob