Woodturning | Unboxing, Setup and Test of the Harrison Specialties Vacuum Chuck

In this video I unbox, install and use the new Harrison Specialties vacuum chuck I purchased from Amazon. I tested the chuck on the ash bowl that was turned ,ebonized and embellished in the video in the link below. The finish got ruined when unmounting from hotmelt glue so in this video I repair the finish. This was not a paid product review, I purchased this item from Amazon and the review is completely unbias. I hope you enjoy the video, thank you to all who watch!
Original bowl video:
• Woodturning | Ebonizin...
Link to Woodslee Summercraft, Canadian distributer of Yorkshire Grit, Hampshire Sheen products and Mylands Sanding sealer:
www.woodsleesummercraft.ca/

[@shanemahler6830]

Thanks for the video, I just bought this same chuck on Amazon, your video helped me figure out an issue I was having when using it to sand my turned vases - great looking bowl!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Shane, I appreciate you watching!

[@rogermills4854]

Interesting set up Lewis!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

So far so good Roger! Thanks for watching !

[@RubenWoodcraft]

Nice new toy. Have fun experimenting with it.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I certainly will! Thanks for watching!

[@royalmaster203]

good looking bowl

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Jack!

[@TournageDubois]

Very nice, Lewis!!! Been thinking about this, since I don't care for Cole jaws... might have to take the plunge now.... LOL

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Not as big a plunge in the US! Thanks for watching buddy!

[@SpragueWoodturning]

That’s a long overdue purchase, I love mine and don’t know what I would do without it! The bowl looks great too!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

It’s true Jim! It was time! Thanks for watching buddy!

[@scottfonner]

That is an appreciated video.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks for watching Scott!

[@tcarcher3d]

If you take a small piece of hdpe, turn it to a slight taper plug that will fit the hole in the handwheel, then drill a hole just slightly larger than the vacuum tube. That would protect the vacuum tube.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Not a bad idea! Thanks for watching

[@trurex007lee7]

Thank you Lewis for demonstrating the setup. Woodturning isn’t a cheap hobby but at least one that provides satisfaction and even a return on investments. Now with the advent of YT “Lives” and “Premiers” it even provides a sense of community across borders and “ the pond”.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I sure has introduced a lot of people that never would have connected otherwise. Thanks for watching buddy

[@Woodturningwithbarry]

Lovely grain Lewis a lot like my blue bowl I did well done buddy the vacuum chuck will have to go on my wish list 😂

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Barry!

[@badmonkey3866]

Rig up a stand for the back end of vac chuck, and utilize that for setting up your gauges. That way no rubbing, and you have a stable mount for everything. Another great upload Lewis! I just bought the Rikon 3/4 hp grinder with a 180g & 600g CBN wheels from Harrison (nothing else with it, no guards, or platforms). Just need the vari grind to get here.... Unfortunately I didnt see the fine print, serves me right for not reading it all. So using my carbides until I can grind correctly. Harrison is a good company though. Also turned my first cup today, didn't come out to bad. When I get my ipad set up I'll send you a pic. The finish on that bowl is amazing! Thanks again for all your comments and answers to my questions.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

That’s awesome! (The cup I mean). Yes I am going to rig up better now that the test went well. Thanks again for watching!

[@badmonkey3866]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman Thanks man, I really do appreciate it! It's a start, and that's good enough. My mom always said that to me, regarding so many things. Def need to purchase a vac chuck in the future.

[@nealramsey4439]

Put a bearing that fits loosely enough that you can remove it each time. Instead of using tape. You could put a rubber bushing on inside of bearing and leave it in the machine

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Yes, that would do the trick. Thank you for watching!

[@denisemccarson1163]

Fabulous!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Denise

[@kshaffer1964]

For another option besides paint, I recently purchased a product called Speedball Supper Black and used it on a shallow bowl or thick platter. I finished it with beeswax and it turned out pretty good. I have been looking for a somewhat inexpensive vacuum chuck for a long time but no matter how much I look they never get more affordable. In the mean time, I made two sets of expansion leaf's for my cole chuck. I have to swivel the head on my lathe to use the larger of the two but it will hold a very large bowl or platter. I would have posted a picture but I guess commie tube doesn't allow pictures in a comment.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Very cool, you can email picture if you like. [e-mail] Thanks for watching!

[@mrsock3380]

Check the manual or with the manufacturer for the duty cycle of the vacuum pump, that way you know how long you can run it without worry of it shutting off on you.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

There is no shut off on this one. Thanks for watching!

[@kathrynseaman6482]

Love you showed how you can fix the bowl, which is beautiful! I love the copper/black tones as it is turned. It's always nice to have the correct tools for the job, I would think it will be used alot!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Kathryn! I do expect to use it often. I appreciate you watching!

[@josephlevacher995]

Technical question. I see lathes for sale from $250 - $4000. What size, strenght, speed required for things like bowls, cups, etc. ? For starting up. Thanks for your generosity of knowledge. Joe

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hi Joseph, the lathe I am using in the videos is the first and only lathe I have purchased. My philosophy it buy your last lathe first. I had the benefit of learning on someone else’s lathe to know it was something I wanted to do long term. Regarding specifications, I suggest minimum 2 HP, variable speed, reversible with a swing that will allow you to do 18-20”. That will not be cheap but it will last a lifetime. People buy beginner lathes for $500 and upgrade losing money. They get an intermediate lathe and upgrade losing money. If you have done some turning on a friends lathe or at a club and you are passionate about it, you will save money by going directly to the lathe I’ve described right off the bat. In addition, your turning experience will be better on a professional grade lathe as well. Best of luck and thank you for watching!

[@vickiejenkinson2468]

Thank Lewis for sharing your knowledge again! I'm sure someone comes away saying... yep that's what I need to do. Stay safe, Vickie

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you for watching Vickie! Stay safe as well

[@jeaniedyer282]

That’s a lovely bowl Lewis. Glad you got yourself a vacuum chuck. Not something you use every day but they sure do come in handy at times!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Jeanie, certainly will be handy! Thanks for watching!

[@HodgePodgeWoodWorks]

Interesting vacuum setup. Does the vacuum chuck lend the option to different sizes or are you limited to that one size since the bearing is in that area?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I’ll check that out and message you buddy. Thanks for watching!

[@MarklTucson]

Not generally a fan of painting wood, but with the bronze coating, it really looks good. Vacuum chuck is on the future purchases list. Room to set it up and store will be my challenge

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Mark, I am the same but thought this would be nice. I appreciate you watching!

[@stevem268]

this is one accessory that i have considered for years. is there a canadian supplier? btw, i like woodslee's products too, he lives not too far away from me

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Yes Rob is a great guy and has some very good product lines. I honestly cannot remember where I got this from, it has been so long. A google search should fix you up though. Thank you for watching!

[@laurencebugeja4160]

It's a really nice investment in this vacuum chuck well done Lewis thanks for sharing your experience bye cu in the next demo.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Laurence, it was long overdue! Appreciate you watching buddy!

[@pamelalee1508]

Beautiful piece... Some carvers..generally dremel and chainsaw...accent their wood by fire..shou sugi ban...which leaves the banding and black tints on the grains after scouring off the charcoal from the deep burn...some go further and add color tints... It seems you have..by buffing the paint into the grain..removed a step... I always enjoy the thinness you achieve...beautiful...thank you...🌿🌿🌿

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Pamela! I appreciate it.

[@pamelalee1508]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman your welcome...🌿🌿🌿

[@BrickhouseCraftWorks]

Great work Lewis! Excellent video showing the process. I’ve been contemplating a vacuum chuck purchase for awhile now and I really should pull the trigger. Too many other irons in the fire. 😂 Thanks for sharing this!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Seth! This is a lot less expensive in the US! I’m in the same boat but it was time! Thanks for watching buddy

[@JordanWoodwerx]

Very cool Lewis, that bowl is awesome brother. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Bruce, I appreciate it buddy

[@mountainviewturning5319]

Neat looking chuck

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Seems like it is ok! Thanks for watching!

[@copperowlwoodturning5929]

Nice review and I am glad that you were able to fix the bowl from earlier. 😊 I was thinking that the tube probably only “rattles” when you are not pulling a vaccuum. Maybe. Take care, Lewis.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Copper! Certainly the hose attached helped a ton. Thanks for watching!

[@mpart_woodlathe-stuff]

Perhaps add a bracket for the problem tube too when you mount the gauge and valves to the lathe like you showed. Still like the bowl and how it finished up👍 Take care. -Mike😷

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I’m not actually going to mount to the lathe itself. I’ll have it mounted on a stand that I can move around when not needed. Still could roll a bracket in and out though. Thanks for watching!

[@charliegriffiths8312]

You should have looked around before buying that “wobbly” pipe system….I think the Oneway system has spent a bit more thought on their product

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I did look into the one way system and still thought I would give this a try. It only wobbles when the vac hose is not attached. I appreciate you watching!

[@Tinkery]

How has this held up? I ran across this while researching vacuum chucks and am curious to know if you would buy this again now that it’s been a couple years.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hi, to be honest I haven’t used it much. I’ve been out of the shop for about 16 months on other projects and business. Thanks for watching!

[@Tinkery]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsmanthanks for letting me know. Always appreciate an honest “I don’t know” over the alternative of pulling something out of one’s behind.

[@BadAppleWoodwerx]

I dunno....I kinda liked the Hawaiian shirt. 🤣

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

It was so much cooler in look and temperature! Thanks for watching!

[@daveb.misc.2589]

Neat setup Lewis! Another "toy" to play with!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

You mean tool for serious work Dave! Hah! Thanks for watching!

[@daveb.misc.2589]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman yeah, yeah. Thats what i meant. lol. In reality, i guess ive always thought of my hands as my only tools. Everything else was just toys to help my hands achieve a desired product!

[@mikethompson9745]

I have been looking at this exact accessory from Simple woodworking, I use their other turning products. Do you still have this and love it?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I do Mike. I haven’t used it a lot lately. Been making little fun projects for the channel and not many bowls. But it works great. Thanks for watching!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

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[@jamesc.5734]

From way on my side of the camera it looks like the plastic vacuum line if pushed to tail stock would fill the space between shaft and stock. But like you said it's seems not to be a problem any who.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Very likely it would but the vacuum shaft can’t be allowed to spin or things go badly! Haha. It was great once the hose was on. Thanks for watching!