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If you'd told me a year ago that artisan machining videos with acapella soundtracks and pixel-art diagrams was something I needed in my life... I probably would've agreed, actually. You are a gift to us all
Hear, hear! There's something soothing and "everything is right with the world" affirming about watching such competence. Add to that his self-effacing quirkiness, and 19th century aesthetic, and he is a deeply endearing creator, and a real joy to watch. I am ever so grateful that the RU-vid algorithm found this man for me.
Yeah, nobody really needs wrenches for anything. They're basically useless, but Big Wrench has everyone convinced that a wrenchless society is impossible. And so the earth continues to be strip mined by corporations searching for wrench deposits that they can track open and pump out the sweet, expensive delicious wrench fluids, which are subsequently processed in refineries which spew toxic gases into the atmosphere, just so people can put that wrench into their gas tank (petrol cubby for you Europeans) and drive a much needed truck filled with plastic army action figures to a toy store. I swear, a society without wrenches would value transportation much more, and nobody would be buying or selling Nickelodeon Gak for $4.99 just so a Chinese factory worker can earn 6 cents an hour while inhaling toxic Gak fumes.
Hey everyone, this video is a re-uploaded version. The previous version had some audio issues that I hope are resolved in this one 😅. I Apologize for all the lovely comments on the earlier version, feel free to rewrite them 😊.
Sometimes, you're just messing around on YT mindlessly watching random videos. Then, other times, you discover a channel that resonates with you in such a way that 6 hours have passed without you realizing it. This... is one of those channels.
Artist, entertainer, artisan, creative, visionary, fabricator and many more all rolled into one. Thank you so much for sharing your highs and lows in a way that makes me awestruck. Such a unique person and craftsman.
I do believe that Uri is the Millennial version of the Renaissance Man! A logical man. A man who solves problems. Both a dreamer and a man of wisdom. A scientist and a joker! You never know what will transpire on his next appearance. Well done, sir!!!
Video production is amazing, just seeing how you developed it makes me happy! The original soundtrack, sound effect, the pixel art, it just makes the video an experience. Love it! Every video is an art piece that shows art haha
Hi Uri. I also made an air graver a few years ago. In case you’re interested… First, I made the back and forth version powered by a modified little air tyre compressor. This was a waste of time. Next, I made a basic version of the Lindsay engraver. The same piston arrangement but without the pressure on/off handle. It functioned… kind of. I guess you saw videos of Lindsay engravers shredding steel like a plough through dirt. Yeah we’ll mine was lame. It vibrated and did the thing it was supposed to do, but I’m not sure that it did it much better than if I was just pushing by hand. I tried heavier pistons, enlarging holes, more/less air but it never worked well. I think the valves have to be just right, so that the piston smacks the end of the graver at maximum velocity, before the upwards air has any effect. I found it hard to get that to work without stalling the piston. Anyway, I couldn’t easily get it to work well, so I gave up.
Could be how you sharpened the bits? Like, too steep or shallow a point, not sharp enough, or even the wrong steele? These all effect the performance of any cutting tool.
Hey, yes, I didnt show it in the video, to not bore the viewers, but I've tried a few other piston designs but the first one seemed to be the best from all of them. I agree, it seems to be very sensitive to every little change, and the design needs to be just perfect to function properly. It's funny, I've just been watched a whole bunch of your videos as I just purchased a new old Myford lathe that I wish to restore. I really enjoy your channel!
Useful notes: a) Steve Lindsay gets _very_ grumpy about other people building dual-action pneumatic engraving handpieces. b) Steve Lindsay's early patents (US6095256A, US6508315B1, US6488102B2, US6530435B1) have expired. c) It is absolutely legal to make use of technology described in expired patents - it's the entire point of the patent system. There are some very useful nuggets of information in these patents if you can get your head around the strange language of Patentese. Also, the background music in this video is epic.
thank you for this little tidbit super useful. Steve Lindsay seems to think he owns the hand engraving field and to participate you have to go through him and that just irks the shit out of me.
Oh, and your collets need 2 o-ring grooves. That will make them more stable in the barrel of the tool, and will keep them from wobbling around, which they will do if your pieces aren't heat treated. The pieces will wear quick, and start wobbling. If you want to keep it from shooting the collets out, you need thicker orings for a tight fit in the barrel.
I completely understand your conclusion. You want to create art, not noise pollution. I feel the same way. That's like going to a remote campsite to relax and hear nature sounds and people nearby are running generators for their glamping. Your vocalizations are just amazing!
Your shenanigans are what earned my subscription years ago. Never skipping that. I think you should redo the handle in wood and make it bird shaped with the chisel part its beak.
Assuming I understand how the tool works, you might consider making your stop bushings out of nylon instead of brass, it may reduce the noise of the tool. But great video as always 👍
speaking from experience owning a steve lindsay classic foot control, his is extremely refined and very smooth, not nearly as loud and can go from hogging out deep 1/8 inch chips of metal to tiny less than hair thin lines. Its a flawless tool if there ever was one. Nice job making your own! try making the piston from hardened steel, make a steel handle instead of wood (softens the stroke because of extra mass) and add a regulator to adjust the psi which will affect the cut depth along with the stroke length of the tools collar. If you ever get the chance to try a lindsay hand piece it will blow your mind!
Your talents are not only amazing but have no limits, you can build anything you need or want. It’s been awhile glad to see you back Uri your videos are still top shelf. Thank you
I'm so glad you leave in all the singing and "oh my gawd, Holy crap, idiot and pheewws". It really makes us feel like we are there because we know how many swears, songs and lamentations are required to complete any worthwhile project. Edit: The Spaghetti western soundtrack was incredible. You managed to take that wierd vibratory humming thing we all discovered as kids and use it for something beautiful.
Thank you Uri!!! These videos always bring me such joy!!! Innovative, artistic and hilarious! Please don’t ever stop making content! Love the beautiful burl handle!
Uri makes watching anything he does a Zen pleasure. Even know the graver what not a 100 percent perfect,it was still so pleasing do watch you work, my friend.
The lathe has always held a magical fascination for me, even as a little kid. I do get occasional chance to work on the lathe at my job as a bench jeweler (I work for a custom ring design company in Tucson). I’m contemplating buying a lathe for my home studio, just have to find the space (or add another room to my shop, which I desperately need). I really appreciate your process videos! Nothing better than watching someone working at their craft, with joy and humor IMHO. I’m also one to chat along with my work, adding dialogue and sound effects. It’s wonderful to discover other artists with similar humors- thanks for sharing your effervescence and craftsmanship- now, I’m headed to my shop! Ciao- MBZ
I freakin love you man, you're by fat my favorite person. You're a trip, and I'm excited to see what you do with this, or even if you order a quieter engraving tool. You make some awesome stuff, and it's still pretty amazing that you made this one by hand. I cant wait to see what you make next. You're one funny guy
If you want something inaudible, one could go for an ultrasonic piezoelectric version using an 40kHz piezoelectric transducer like one might use to create an ultrasonic cleaner. That said, earplugs and muffs are required and one must pad the handle and not touch the business end. Though nothing should cut smoother, it is hitting the metal 40k times per second. Nice pixel art, reminds me of powder game...
just started watching....why would I willingly skip the Tuchman shenanigans??....ever....(added this after watching the first upload and will happily watch it again...with better audio)
Uri I love your sense of humor and everything you make with your hands✨😎👍🏻✨😌Last winter I attempted an engraver yours is a thousand times better than mine🤝
I'm glad to see others have suggestions for potential improvement on the noise or smooth operation and reduced vibration, as I am not qualified to offer any myself. All I kept thinking was how you might damage your nerves if this thing vibrates too strongly, or you use it for too long or too frequently. 😱 But I loved the shenanigans and the soundtrack and the art just as much as watching you make the graver, so thank you!
I've never seen anyone other than clickspring use hand tools to turn metal on a lathe. That is seriously amazing. You have earned my sub and I shall spend the entire weekend binge watching all of your videos
