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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[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@18-tube-wattamp64]

You mention the wood here is a year or so old. I’m guessing you have a fair amount of blanks stored, probably taking a good amount of space? Explaining how and why you store would be interesting.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Roger that! We’ll see what I can do. ;)

[@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!

[@johneaves551]

Another great and informative video, many thanks, cobber.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you and 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!

[@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!

[@jarmstrong2843]

When I use a spur drive, I drill a hole a little larger than the diameter of the spur about 3/4” -1” into the wood. This acts as an extra safety measure when turning large pieces of wood. If the Spurs were to lose their grip in the wood, the hole would at least keep the blank on the lathe instead of flying off and potentially cause injury. Doing this is not going to hurt the blank since it will eventually be flipped around for the face plate mounting and the hole will be removed during the bowl hollowing process.

[@bernardfutter5327]

Valuable tip J; thanks. Bernard.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good advice. Thank you for sharing 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!

[@kujo5998]

Huh... Whats that giant machine you’re using to hold and turn the wood? Seems like its doing 99.9999% of the work... “Using only these (FOUR) tools” then eh? Lol Edit: plus tool rest, plus chisel, plus hammer, drill, screws, base plate... 10

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Think of this like a cooking recipe. The stove, pots and pans, water, salt and pepper, etc. are pretty much given. LOL ;)

[@davidross2376]

Hi Kent, I just watched your latyest video - the free bowl giveaway. I may not qualify, since I'm already subscribed, have watched every single video (most of them more than once), and have commented on many of them! But just in case, I would love to win the Cherry bowl. Dave R., Portola Valley, Cl;aifornia.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Ok sounds good David! Thank you for being a great supporter! All the best to you 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!

[@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!

[@anthonymax6395]

Hi Kent .. Your like the Bob Ross of bowl turning .. Kind of a hypnotic speaking pattern.. Love your videos... Question is there any reason you didn't use the faceplate on the bowl side first seems like it would have been more secure... Excuse my ignorance I am a noob.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for writing and sharing. Bob Ross, that's funny. ;) I wanted to show two different and easy ways to mount the bowl in the lathe. As so many things with turning, you can usually find several different ways to accomplish the same task. Do what works best and is comfortable for you. 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)!

[@patrickbrennan2864]

That bouncing during the initial cuts was difficult to watch - is there no way to slice cleanly ? Do you hone your tools ? ( I’m asking cuz I don’t know, not to be a jerk- thanks very sincerely for your teaching!!!)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

LOL, uneven turning is always rough at first. And yes, tools are very sharp. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@confused837]

Lovely piece, what is the name of your sanding drill, im in the UK so hopefully be able to order one. Can't find one in the UK. Take care Graham

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks Graham. Check the link in the description, you should see a UK version. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@epone3488]

Do you strop your flutes? You didn't show it so I wondered. Stropping off makes the tool so much more reliable and the edge far more resistant cutting down on shaping a lot. Really fantastic instruction.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks, no I don't strop. I've had good success without stropping, but I may check into it. Usually, the edge is wears down so quickly, it's not worth doing much more to the edge beyond sharpening. Thanks. Happy Turning!

[@richardhearn2490]

Using a hammer drill to attach a faceplate should be done with caution!! I sheared a weak screw.. removing it was very time consuming. Beware

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good point, But if your drill sheared the screw, so will your lathe. Wood screws are the key. Happy Turning!

[@DV-xf5yf]

I too leave as much material in the Center as possible. On top of stability I find the mass acts like a flywheel which cuts down the vibration as I cut.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yes, exactly! Happy Turning!

[@brizlone4067]

the only thing I see is that you didn't have to use that much waste material just glue a sacrificial piece of wood to paper then to the bottom of the bowl when your done turning you split the sacrificial piece off your bowl and your faceplate screws are only in the sacrificial piece. I know this method Works cuz hundreds of bowls were made at my high school back in the 70

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

You are correct. Thanks. Happy Turning!

[@mymemeplex]

Now turn something without a faceplate or a bowl.... We got an old English lathe with only a morse taper with some spikes, and the live centre on the other side. So we can turn handles fine. But that’s the limit of our knowledge.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Oh, that sounds like a fun challenge. ;) Happy Turning!

[@dannyfullbright1049]

Been doing this for years. I glue sq pc of fir on center bottom, remove it and sand bottom flat on belt sander. So far I haven't had one to come out and hit me, with a chuck-----

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds good Danny! All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@bettycushing2849]

Kent this is BC I also love watching your videos, you explain things as you go and I enjoy listen too you.do you have a video for beginners cause I need step by step BC.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you, BC! Happy to help. All the best to you and 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!

[@johnanddiann100]

Something that would be really cool that I haven't seen before, is a live lathe RPM indicator as part of the video, like in the lower right or something. It would require a data logging tachometer where the logged RPM data could be time synced and added to the video in post-production, basically like a subtitle data file. Seems like it would be especially helpful for beginners to see real-time how experienced turners vary their lathe speed for the various cuts throughout the turning process. Something cool for a techie to figure out :)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That is a cool idea. Here watch this and take the covered rpm challenge. kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5ykqIOdYsuDhJo Happy Turning!

[@klausalan]

Great idea. It would really help me as a new turner.

[@rexdobson2816]

Just getting started and I do not have a 4 jaw chuck yet but have turned a lot of bowls. I will be getting a chuck soon I hope.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Rex, Thank you for writing and sharing! Good plan. You will find bowl turning much easier with a chuck. Be sure to see my Recommend Gear here www.TurnAWoodBowl.com/gear All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@curtwilbur7905]

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

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Welcome to the party! Enjoy and 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

[@lmallard3788]

Is the chuck htc 100 in your links an ok chuck for laguna 1216 (1x8tpi)?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Yes, that is a very nice chuck that is very similar to the Vicmarc chucks.

[@jamesnichols9592]

I am taking your sharpening course, will I get a discount to take the wood bowl turning course?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

I'd love to, but the courses are already deeply discounted. Thank you, enjoy and All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@WhoGnu08]

When I began turning and had an old, used Rockwell 11" lathe I had only faceplates, no chucks. I even made a few faceplates with inserts from Grizzly like this one: Steelex D1102 - Insert - 1-1/4" x 8 TPI, RH Thread. I also used glue blocks and paper glue joints extensively. One reason I used glue blocks was to work with thin pieces of wood. Still a good technique. Nowadays I use chucks, mostly because of speed and convenience.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thanks for sharing. Yes, glue blocks are another option. 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!

[@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 !!

[@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!

[@jimwheeler6131]

I don't know anyone named Chuck, so i am already turning without a Chuck in my shop. :)

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

LOL Happy Turning!

[@SteveBrecht]

I know a Chuck, he's only sort of useful so you're doing ok without one.

[@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!

[@bettycushing2849]

Kent what do you do if you don't have a hand wheel at the headstock end I only have a tail stock hand wheel. So I can only screw my base plate on by turning it. I have a harbor freight 12" x 36". I guess I would just have to be carefull screwing the face plate on BC. I m also just learning how to post my comment so bear with me okay

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

BC, you will need to work around the handwheel. I just watched a video on your lathe, no handwheel. Rats. You will need to lock the headstock to unscrew the faceplate when you are finished. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@bettycushing2849]

@@TurnAWoodBowl Ok I will be carefull thats allI can do thanks BC

[@ShaminMike]

What’s a record player? Lol just playing.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Ha! ;)

[@bobbibob3608]

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

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you kindly, Bobbi! Happy Turning!

[@woolywonders5546]

Wow curved tool rest? Cool! Thanks for posting. Turned my first bowl a few days ago. Had a few catch and the bowl flew off. Will try again soon.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Very cool! Practice and persistence and you can do anything! 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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@eehibew]

Why is it that everyone talks about lathe speed but NEVER shows the speed or says the speed you are using?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Because we aren’t “measuring” the speed, we’re “feeling” the speed. Watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5ykqIOdYsuDhJo

[@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!

[@markgibson15]

What is the sander that you are using? Looks comfortable to use.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

It's listed in the description. Happy Turning!

[@massoodn9410]

Hello Kent. Thanks for another beautiful demo. What is your opinion about using a vacuum system for clean up at the end.?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good question. I simply sweep. You can vac after the majority of the shavings are cleaned up. Trying to use a vac for the whole process will quickly choke the vacuum. See this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGO8nIaZYpuoprs Happy Turning! Kent

[@johnlivsey4146]

I thought that he meant a vacuum chuck.

[@SteveBrecht]

3 tools... well plus a lathe. :) j/k Great video though, I am looking forward to getting into turning projects. Still a future purchase. One new subscriber here!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Cool, thanks! Yes, the lathe is kinda a given. ;) Happy (future) Turning!

[@KunsthandwerkBenner]

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

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

;) Happy Turning!

[@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!

[@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!

[@DiemenDesign]

Very good Kent, always some good tips along the way. What's your thoughts on using a Vacuum Chuck for doing the bottom of Bowls?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

I like it, and I'll do a video on it at some point. But to be honest,t the jam chucks are so fast and efficient, I use them more often. I also went through a big batch spalted/wormy wood, which was beautiful, but with holes…well, no vacuum. LOL I've been told they are beautiful but would be very bad soup bowls. LOL. 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!

[@christianh1454]

This is great!! I 'm curious -- it appears as though you have a separate speed control for your lathe with a magnet attachment. Am I correct? If so what is the brand/ manufacturer?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

It's a feature of this lathe, the Robust Sweet 16. 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!

[@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 👍

[@JRojas1995YT]

What kind of screws do you use to fix the faceplate?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Deck screws or stainless steel wood screws. Just do NOT use drywall screws. Happy Turning!

[@christophdommermuth1366]

great video, very helpful, thanks for that

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

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

[@EdwinMedinaTornoyArte]

Que buen cuenco... voy a conseguirme una garra de esas, como que trabaja uno mas seguro

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

gracias. ¡buena idea!

[@smack09]

Should try turning some bonsai pots..

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

That would be cool! Good idea! Happy Turning!

[@sfop1]

You gouged out a full bowl’s worth of material inside the bowl. Is there any way to cut around that to have enough material to make another bowl?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sure, it can be cored out. That's another video. ;) Happy Turning!

[@glenncornish6877]

The tool is often called a bowl saver

[@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!

[@ShaunTroy]

Excellent video. Have watched half so far, will watch the other half tomorrow. You've gained a new sub.. thankyou keep up the awesome work

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Awesome, thank you! Welcome and Happy Turning!

[@stevenmcdaniel1797]

Along of waste comes with a face plate doesn’t it.?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

It can be wasteful.

[@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!

[@joslynstuff]

I would love to see you with your own show on the history channel. Kinda like forged in fire only with turning instead of blacksmithing.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Wow, now that would be interesting! Thanks and Happy Turning!

[@woodworkingbn8528]

Cool project, your video the same my video

[@jomarra29]

Do you give private lessons? Thanks

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

No, sorry

[@charles-hbissonnette8525]

Thanks i learned a lot on this video. I'm working with an old Rockwell / Beaver. Its really something ... But its a nice Challenge. : )

[@chuck8228]

Can you tell me what grit you're wheels are on the grinder?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sure Chuck! 80 grit for shaping and 180 grit for sharpening

[@jameslambert7290]

If I put that tree on my lathe it would just sit there laughing at me.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

LOL, no, you can do it! Practice and work up to the larger stuff. All the best to you and Happy Turning!

[@henrysteffen4427]

Where can I find a small goose neck sander like the one you use?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Check out my Recommended Equipment Guide at TurnAWoodBowl.com/gear Happy Turning!

[@vincentwyble5346]

Very useful videos, I'm thinking of getting the Record power Cornet Herald, what lathe do you have

[@stevebyman1271]

Really liked your video and learned a lot Thanks!!

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad it was helpful Steve! Happy Turning!

[@63syrian]

your opinion please about my cheap chuck

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Get a better one. ;) 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!

[@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.

[@ricclip1904]

you have 2 cbn wheels on your bench grinder, what grits are they?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

80 grit for shaping and 180 for sharpening.

[@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!

[@debbiesease3294]

Thanks for this very helpful video. I like the idea of keeping the tail stock in place for first steps in turning the inside, but cannot figure out how to get my tool in the right position to take a cut without running into the tail stock with the handle. Are you using a very short handle or is the some other way to maneuver this?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Good question. It has more to do with my bevel angle at 55°. Watch this for a bit more info on that topic kzbin.info/www/bejne/pWPHhGN8jMt_ipY Thank you and 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!

[@chrisstitcher8667]

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

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Thank you Richard. I appreciate you!

[@chuckmoney1688]

Really interesting

[@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!

[@joepapalia-xs1ds]

Diameter of the face plate you are using?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

6" I believe. Happy Turning!

[@almonjacob3496]

Why not chisel the bark of before you start to turn?

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

It's easier to turn off…and more exciting. ;) Happy Turning!

[@mrb1060]

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

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

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

[@Amybaumgart]

Great video as always Kent, thank you! What brand is your sander? I like the size.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Here’s a link to my Recommended Sanding Equipment. turnawoodbowl.com/recommended-equipment/recommended-sanding-equipment/

[@Ivan_Baev_45]

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[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Спасибо! 👍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!

[@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!

[@corneliusbergen3195]

Your dividers made it four tools already, just saying. I do enjoy watching your videos.

[@kurtsands4159]

For years I didn't have a 4-jaw chuck. I used a screw chuck with a single coarse thread OR if the wood was too punky, mounted the blank base with Super Glue (sandwiching brown paper in between) to a base plate. No screws or holes to contend with. It was mounted between centers to begin as you have, but the screw chuck is inserted into the mouth/top end of the bowl instead of the foot to start shaping the exterior. I left a tennon so it could be flipped to hollow. To tun off the tennon, like you, would fashion a piece of scrap to mimmick the inside to act as a jam chuck.

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Sounds like a good way to make a bowl as well. It's funny how many ways there really are available. ;) Happy Turning!

[@emberbreak2172]

can you turn a bowl with a skew instead of a bowl gouge and without a jam chuck ? I just started and I only have a skew chissle and a parting tool, i'd love to see if you'd be able to turn a bowl with these tools

[@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!

[@robertchildress1525]

I have not turned anything since I was a teenager. I am wondering why you didn’t core that piece out to get a few more bowls out of that big piece of wood being that the spalting was so prevalent throughout.

[@mitchellmanning7887]

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

[@TurnAWoodBowl]

Glad you liked it. Thanks and Happy Turning!