Woodturning - I Turned Solid Brass On A Wood Lathe !!

Welcome to this weeks woodturning video:
Woodturning - I Turned Solid Brass On A Wood Lathe !!
In this woodworking video I use a woodturning lathe to turn a solid piece of brass into an ornate box. I feel this video falls into the ASMR and entertainment categories.
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[@JackMackWoodturning]

IM GIVING THIS PIECE AWAY TO THE FIRST PERSON WHO CAN GUESS HOW MANY TIMES I HAD TO SHARPEN MY TOOLS WHILE MAKING THIS. leave your answer below. Happy guessing.

[@benbawden3348]

4

[@Psychedelicide]

8

[@FCPAudio]

0?

[@mattfifoot9158]

12

[@alolson6565]

26

[@djmossssomjd8496]

I'm retired but I spent half of my working life in engineering. I worked with many metals, some you wouldn't believe but...I would never have tried to turn brass by hand on a wood lathe...especially using a parting off tool. BRILLIANT! Your a craftsman sir!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks DJ. What was your favourite metal to turn? Iv’e been debating melting some scrap jewellery and doing something with gold 👍🏻😊

[@djmossssomjd8496]

@@JackMackWoodturning Yep...GOLD. It's amazing and I can't wait to see what you do with it. Remember...even the swarf is valuable :-)

[@TheDeepDiveLLC]

What metals did you work with that I wouldn't believe?

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

DJ Moss you spent half your life in engineering, but never realised cock and watchmakers use lathes similar to wood lathes and cut with gravers? Did you think this guy just invented this? 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Theres nothing new here!

[@winkyfinger4025]

@@TheDeepDiveLLC grass

[@kastlrock557]

Brass is the best to turn by hand in my opinion, I started turning it when I was 15 in my dads machine company. Brass for the most part is self lubricating and that’s what allows free form turning with our tools that are mild steel to hss, the lubricant slows the edge dulling down and helps with chatter. Most soft metals can be turned by hand with a flow of coolant on the piece and cutting edge, replicating brass in a sense, steel can be slowly turned by hand with a constant oil drip on the piece and cutting edge but it’s horribly slow. I’m a machinist by heritage but a woodworker at heart, turning metal first by hand taught me boundaries that a lot of wood turner’s would never try or think of, I mainly turn big stuff that’s hard, occasionally brass & aluminum for a project and recently my wife’s rotors off her Acadia, in my opinion it’s all about the lubrication and matching it to the item turned. It can absolutely all be turned by hand, but there a big break when it’s a waste of time and money to do so.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Have you tried aluminium? Glad you enjoyed it. I reckon you will like my latest vid. Could win yourself some kit 😊👍🏻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3STopKMgb-lnsU

[@FloydRinehart]

I don’t work with wood (or brass) and honestly I don’t have a workshop of my own. But I just gotta say I love watching your woodturning videos. I love seeing what you make.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Amazing. So glad you enjoy watching

[@thehobbymachinistnz]

Jack, I have never seen anyone free hand parting off metal with a parting tool, or shape brass free hand. Brass is a softer metal than steel, but that is still some great work and skills. The finished product is once again awesome, well done!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks a lot man. It was easier than expected. Iv’e been debating doing gold but it may be rather pricey 🤣

[@calvinbass1839]

Never would've occurred to me. Brass is softer than steel. Thank you for sharing. Have a blessed day.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Calvin. Glad you enjoyed it buddy. What would you keep inside?

[@alphapowder8294]

I am a Tool and Die maker by trade and wood working as a hobby. Brass is very tricky and if you are not careful it will climb or suck up the tool. You my friend are a master with the tools and talent that is fun to watch. As to the sharpening of your tools I doubt you did, brass turning is most often done with a negative rake on the cutting edge. Drill bits are always dubbed off to keep it from being sucked into the brass as you attempt to drill it. Your ability to cut and shape brass free handed with a tool is awesome, and without a doubt proof of many years of experience. Well done my friend!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy. It was a very interesting experiment and I think it’s clear to see throughout the video that I start to get a feel for it as the video progresses and it becomes easier to remove larger shavings. It was lots of fun to play with. I’d love to say I recommend everyone gives it a go but I can’t recommend it as I know this could be extremely dangerous with the slightest lapse in concentration. But if one willing to trust their ability to keep a mind full eye on their own actions in the present…. Then “one” may find this an enjoyable experiment. 😊👍🏻

[@liisapulkkihenry3763]

Wow! Absolutely beautiful

[@benbawden3348]

I didn't even think this would be possible, super impressive

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Me too . Turns out it is

[@David-jn4fx]

Not sure what to say to a Master! Amazing Jack! I have collected wonderful one of a kind boxes for years, so precious, usually vintage as this will be in time. What a treasure it will be and forever! Such wonderful work and skill my man! You and the family be well on this US holiday weekend! Thank you Jack!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks David. Much appreciated man. Hope you had a great weekend 😊👍🏻

[@Umberto.Goglia]

Unbelievable! No limits for Jack! Chapeau!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

😆😆😆

[@Lee-qp6gf]

I always wanted to turn brass and now I don't have to after I helped you here. Nice turn, Lee

[@eyuptony]

Brilliant work, had to be seen to be believed. Eleven times for your tool sharpening. Tony

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Guess again T 😊👍🏻

[@Zest__.]

my grandma will be so happy

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Why ?

[@leightonwestbury92]

Its awesome when you see someone sand all the tool marks out of a wooden piece then polish it and buff it, but when you see someone do the same to a brass piece the satisfaction you get when you see it gleaming is unlimited, its absolutely astounding, there just aren't enough words to praise your achievements !!!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks man. Much appreciated. Will you give it a try?

[@leightonwestbury92]

​@@JackMackWoodturning I'm ok with wood turning (nothing near your standard) but i definitely wouldn't have the guts to try brass, i mean like a big hardwood chunk can potentially cause quite a bit of damage so erm ill just admire it from afar ........but seriously, kudos to you mate !!!!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks alot man. Much appreciated 😊👍🏻👌🏻🙏

[@Alexchachula]

I have seen brass being turned, and it always fascinates me. But i have not seen brass turned using wood turning tools. This is incredible! It is good to see you taking on other mediums to turn, fantastic work Jack!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Alex. I must admit I had no idea if it would work.. it ended up being extremely enjoyable. 😊

[@MarkBeckettRPT]

That's completely mad, but so absolutely satisfying to watch. Beautiful work sir. You're a genius.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Haha. I’m flattered. Thanks buddy. What would you use this for ?

[@SasquatchPJs]

This channel is the quintessence of "binge-worthy." 💕

[@JackMackWoodturning]

👍🏻

[@terryoliphant1899]

At least 30.. very neat build. Never would have guessed you could do this.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks terry. It was a fun one to do. Be sure to pop your answer in the pinned comment thread so that it’s not missed 👍🏻

[@frankierzucekjr]

This actually looks like a ton of fun. I was hoping you used the whole piece. So awesome

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks F. Have you turned metal before?

[@bodieb.1239]

WOW..... What work. I could watch these for hours. Thank you so much

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks B. Glad you enjoyed it. Have you watched any more of my vids?

[@Fbarts]

I love how brass looks when it's polished. Nice work.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Me too. Have you polished it before?

[@younglamb4396]

Absolutely amazing.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Lamb. Have you seen this done before?

[@dianeladico1769]

Stunning

[@user-sb6ti6do5k]

Awesome, more like this!

[@randomsammieable]

Very beautiful result Jack. From some of the video at the extreme speeds you lapsed, this seems it must have been a disarmingly lengthy project when compared with a wood counterpart.

[@moniquekelsey7856]

So beautiful ❤I wish I seen this video earlier when the competition was running. Who ever wore this is so lucky 🍀

[@JackMackWoodturning]

What would your guess have been?

[@moniquekelsey7856]

@@JackMackWoodturning definitely upward of 50 times

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Remove the 5 and you have the right answer

[@moniquekelsey7856]

@@JackMackWoodturning what you mean you never had to sharpen them at all

[@sharpestdart]

That's so pretty!

[@erikthewonderdog6522]

17 times. Amazing. Didn’t know it was possible.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks.. me too till I tried it. Could you pop this answer in the pinned comment thread so that I don’t miss it 👍🏻

[@mnossy11]

Wowww it’s so beautiful!! Can you please make more brass or shiny metal pieces?? I could watch this all day.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Debating a gold one! Can’t afford it at the moment 🤣

[@Olga-65.]

Просто чудо! Спасибо вам. Я очень люблю смотреть на такую работу.

[@zacharypelphrey6166]

Very unique and cool!

[@kennethfarringtonjr6887]

5 min in, I'm like is he making a doorknob?? lol Nice work!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

😆.. it could have been

[@danmichaud580]

Beautiful piece of work. People forget that before metal lathes all the was were wood type lathes to turn everything.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Nice one D. Have you turned metal?

[@frankierzucekjr]

The ribbons from 3:15 to 3:25 you definitely have to put them in clear resin now lol. How cool is that.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Haha thanks F. I have kept them in a jar for such an occasion 👍🏻😊

[@annethibault4079]

I would have kept them to put on a Xmas present!!! Maybe too sharp...hum...

[@will.scotnativeingreece]

Hi Jack, ooooh! super shiny ooooooooft! can only guess too many times! great watch. Cheers Will.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Cheers will. She sure shined up nice ey? What would you use this for ?

[@will.scotnativeingreece]

@@JackMackWoodturning I would keep the best crystals i find in the fields here have you seen some on my videos?

[@jimputnam7539]

I’m guessing 37 times! Very cool piece

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Jim. Lower!

[@demsrules]

Absolutely beautiful work!!👏🏾

[@TheNonoca]

Jaw dropping gorgeous!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thank you

[@RandallHallKaizenReiki]

Always keeping it fresh. Thanks for another great video.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Randy. Glad you enjoyed it buddy

[@RU_Georgiy]

Молодец! 😄 Спасибо огромное 💪👍

[@eileenirwin2778]

Absolutely beautiful and unique. Thank you for sharing.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

No probs Eileen. What metal would you like to see next?

[@susanwills4723]

Omg how gorgeous. What a stunning piece of work. I think your tools were sharpened at least 200 times. Even if I don’t win it I have enjoyed this video so much. It’s amazing to watch metal being turned.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

It was a little lower.. Glad you enjoyed the vid. Thanks for watching Sue 😊👍🏻😉

[@scottfarnham2717]

Very nice!!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

So cool! When the polish came off... amazing!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

It polishes so nice… if only wood was as easy 🤣

[@BAILEYWOODWORKS]

@@JackMackWoodturning did you coat it with something to keep it from oxidizing?

[@JackMackWoodturning]

I did not.. we have brass door knobs in our house which are very old indeed and the look they get from oxidisation plus use is priceless. I hope whoever ends up with this box will let it develop the same patina.

[@ernhrtfanracing]

Fantastic art! 23

[@shaneyorks5358]

This is cool didn't think u could work on brass like this

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Me too till I gave it a shot 👍🏻

[@mikehasshaw8815]

Awesome.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Mike. What is your pic?

[@Elenesski]

As always, great job. I really loved how the piece just leaped out at you once it was polished.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy. Can you pop your guess in the pinned comment so that I don’t miss it.

[@Elenesski]

@@JackMackWoodturning done :)

[@browill9]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@JackMackWoodturning]

No probs B. What would you use it for? 😊👍🏻

[@cyrilnorrie8450]

That's so amazing and your projects look as good as one's done on a metal lathe. Thanks for sharing your idea and talents with us!

[@jedadieaskyland2046]

The fact that you blurred out your own face on the brass as you polished it absolutely cracked me up 🤣 very nice work.

[@Rickster1100]

Now THAT’S just showing off!

[@mark-ut8ft]

I've turned a lot of brass on a metal lathe, that's a hell of a great job Jack. Beautiful work as usual.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Cheers mark. Very different thing on a wood lathe 😆😉

[@mark-ut8ft]

@@JackMackWoodturning oh yeah for sure.

[@amandatallis9875]

What a brilliant turn it has turned out really nice you really are clever. I reckon you sharpened your tools about 100 times. I love what you have made you are one of my favourite turner's

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Amanda, you’re one of my favourite commenters. Haha. Bit high on your estimations. 😊

[@user-mf8cm4kw8y]

Шикарно!!! Слов нет!!! Bravo!!!👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@JackMackWoodturning]

I’m sorry I can not translate this comment

[@user-mf8cm4kw8y]

@@JackMackWoodturning Amazing!!!Wow!!!You are a wonderful man!!!

[@rebeccaloader4111]

I can't get over the things you make. Awesome, Jack!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Bex. Much appreciated. What would you keep inside?

[@rebeccaloader4111]

@@JackMackWoodturning Silver rings!!!!!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

That would be a nice contrast 😊👍🏻

[@telsonalves8060]

Beautiful ! Greatest Job !

[@greghoffstadt667]

Holy hell. Boys got skills. Side note the puppy went bonkers as you turned the brass. She does fine with wood and resign 😂

[@danmichaud580]

I ran a metal lathe for a time (not as long as I would have liked). I became the guy that had to do it all, run the lathe, paint and fabricate.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

What model lathe ?

[@danmichaud580]

@@JackMackWoodturning I can't remember the model but it was a Brit lathe. I was the shop welder and when not welding I was supposed to learn how to machine so the mechanics didn't have to it.

[@richardparis9463]

113 time total for all your tools used for both the bottom and top and better you then me.....LOL But I sure enjoy watching and thanks for sharing that part of your life with us

[@JackMackWoodturning]

No probs R. Guess again though. Miles off 🤣👍🏻😊

[@lizziemiddlehurst8548]

So pretty very nice work again your amazing talented man well done thank you for showing us 👏👍🤗👏👍🤗

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks L. Much appreciated. What would you use it for?

[@brendaconner1076]

Now, that’s impressive!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thank you Brenda. What would you use it for ?

[@brendaconner1076]

@@JackMackWoodturning not sure. I’m sort of a minimalist so I don’t have a lot of Knick knacks around my house

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Salt ?

[@brendaconner1076]

Maybe

[@JackMackWoodturning]

😊

[@JamesRousseaux]

Very nice work. The brass was so smooth and highly polished we could see your face in the reflection. That was pretty cool. Well done. 😊 👍 🇦🇺

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks J. Just as well I had my mask on or my secret identity would have been revealed. 🤣

[@JamesRousseaux]

@@JackMackWoodturning 😂 😂 😂 😂

[@md.moinulislam9467]

Very good video....

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks M. Glad you enjoyed it buddy

[@Miguelarrieta94]

You are the master of masters in this, wonderful

[@soradjoey]

I really love that your able to turn this! It was very amazing!!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy

[@soradjoey]

@@JackMackWoodturning your very welcome my friend.

[@Rose-qh7or]

Amazing 👏

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks rose. What would you use this for ?

[@ValioMadre7]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing this.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

No sweat. Thanks for watching 😊👍🏻

[@madeleinegombert661]

It is fun to see what you will make. Love the videos.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks M. Have you seen Brass turned before?

[@harveylinney]

Un bloody believable.

[@silviagracielastaviaky8590]

Que genialidad!!!!👏👏👏👏👏💖💖💖💖💖

[@Pow3llMorgan]

I'm actually impressed that you can achieve such a depth of cut with hand tools.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks P. Are you a metal worker?

[@Pow3llMorgan]

@@JackMackWoodturning I'm a machinist's apprentice 1½ year in with some prior experience. I know brass is soft and chips easy (free-machining) but even so, I would never have guessed you could go so deep with a gouging iron :P

[@nortonknows]

So beautiful….though watching you put on the polish reminded me of putting brasso on every brass fitting on the aircraft carrier 40 years ago. I will have to make a bell for old times sake.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

That sounds like a laborious task. Which aircraft carrier were you working on ?

[@nortonknows]

Kitty Hawk when I first enlisted in ‘82. I was in the deck department and we polished, chipped, painted, handled lines and stood watch. Great experience for a young person. Later I was aircrew on the Coral Sea.

[@uniqko]

Very interesting

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks K. Have you worked with metal?

[@shaneyorks5358]

Damn never would of thought to use brass like that but I love the results beautiful little keepsake box great job

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Cheers Shane Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻 Are you going to try this ?

[@shaneyorks5358]

@@JackMackWoodturning don't have the tools but if I did I would I'd make a little box like that for my great Grandfather's pocket watch

[@RoyWCanada]

You had to sharpen your tools 5 times for the splendid finish. Thanks again for the video

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Lower….

[@ClintsHobbiesDIY]

I'll guess 7. That's a cool piece Jack.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy. Be sure to pop your answer on the pinned comment thread so I don’t miss it.

[@MsWDWFAN1]

Beautiful trinket box! Love the medium you used to make it! There were times when it sounded like fingers going down a chalkboard and I cringed!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Me too! Haha. 😊👍🏻

[@tommywalker77]

Beautiful little box

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks Tommy

[@cookiescoop6065]

Wow that's beautiful ✌️

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks cookie 👍🏻

[@butthedd0233]

WOW!!!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Nice one man. 👍🏻😊

[@danielthrasher2332]

Have to say dam man nice work you are a master of wood turning and brass.🤠

[@AlbertoLopez-rk2mo]

Un trabajo bonito y original. 👏👏👏

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thank you my friend

[@jackknows6509]

I would assume that you sharpened each tool at least 12 times. Awesome vessel!!!! Jack - Jack

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Lower! 🤣

[@nsrvtqc]

Edit: @5:00 How many thought doorknob for a second. 😂 All jokes aside that was entertaining. 👊

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Not a bad idea 🤣

[@sapphodesigns2377]

Just beautiful 😍

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks S. What do you design?

[@robertryden8036]

Absolutely beautiful Sir. I hope my guess of 27 wins. My wife's Birthday is in two weeks. LOL

[@fredsaysboo]

Very cool! Just bought a big chunk of aluminum to try turning on lathe and was wondering whether I was going to have to use carbide. Looks like normal hss lathe tools do the trick. (Albeit with lots of sharpening) Once again you show what’s possible!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Hey Ken. Traditional tools are all you will need for sure. Just take it slow and edge your way in. No deep cuts. You’ll love it 👍🏻

[@matthewjohnston1400]

Amazing.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy. You going to give this a try ?

[@matthewjohnston1400]

Nope. I’m still learning to make sawdust. @@JackMackWoodturning

[@bradwiebelhaus7065]

Very nice project. Sharpen as needed.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Or as not needed… 😉

[@MattsWoodshop]

Way to go Jack 👍. I’ve want to turn brass on my lathe. That was fun to watch. 👏

[@JackMackWoodturning]

I do hope you Give it a go.. but be careful, I see this holding a great deal of risks.

[@MattsWoodshop]

You know what they say if doesn’t feel safe don’t do it, but I’m sure I’ll try it one of these days. 👍

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Risk assessments my friend.. if it doesn’t feel safe, assess it, adapt it, make it safe. I’d love to see your results 👍🏻

[@nickifleek5588]

Omg that is absolutely gorgeous,thanks for sharing

[@JackMackWoodturning]

I think you’ll like my latest video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZS5fZl4qrald8U

[@davidpaylor5666]

Very nice. Watchmaker's lathes operate very much like woodturning lathes, hand-held tools cutting from a rest are the rule rather than mounting them in a block, but I've never seen it done on such a grand scale.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks D. Ive never seen a watch making lathe 😊👍🏻

[@BrickhouseCraftWorks]

Dude, this is just phenomenal! Such a unique piece and the ease with which that brass turned was absolutely amazing! I will definitely keep this in mind for the future. Now, where to find some brass….. 🤔

[@JackMackWoodturning]

EBay brother Thanks for the kind words 👍🏻

[@BrickhouseCraftWorks]

@@JackMackWoodturning Always, my friend!

[@rkoff5744]

My crow eyes are going crazy. ✨

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Crow eyes?

[@rkoff5744]

@@JackMackWoodturning They say crows like shiny objects and I was enjoying the shine of the brass. ☺

[@yakubpatel1403]

this time I am shocked. just unexpected. we always seeing you made all pieces by Woods. but this time you trying brass. very beautiful change.

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Thanks buddy. Will you be trying something similar?

[@yakubpatel1403]

@@JackMackWoodturning Yes ofcourse.

[@rgarlinyc]

Beautiful job! Who'da thunk you could turn solid metal on a wood lathe! You obviously - I love your work, but I'm in awe of your imagination!

[@sasquatch885]

Brilliant!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Cheers buddy.. you going to give it a go ?

[@sasquatch885]

I’ve got too many other hobbies going.😬 I really enjoy watching your videos though. You are very talented.👍🏻

[@DaffyDuck44]

Sharpened your tools 22 times. Enjoyed the video!

[@JackMackWoodturning]

Guess again!