I recently purchased a Carbide set for a few quick custom projects (I didn't want to fuss with a sharpening system). I've found a few videos so far that feature carbide but nothing came close to tips and footage of using the three "basic carbide woodturners" seen here. Really appreciate the video, the pacing and the very helpful commentary.
Thanks for all the tips. Explained more how to get your piece of wood ready for the chuck then any i found in the last month . Thanks i really do appreciate it
It's 2:30 Oregon time started wood working first time since the 8th grade going to try your version of bowl turning!! Seen a few different ways your looks the easiest
I have been using the Simple Wood Turning Tools for over three years now. I have at least 6 including the new scraper I received for Xmas. I also have the vacuum chuck which is great for finishing bowl bottoms. These are great tools and a joy to use.
R u serious? I was just looking for info about where these tools are made and u said made in America! Im sold. Ill b getting into woodturning next year and will b looking for made 🇺🇸 tools. Happy to have found you!
I'm glad you found us too. We appreciate your American loyalty and are sure you will really love whatever you purchase from us. As a matter of fact, we stand behind everything we make so your satisfaction is guaranteed!
I just found your channel and ordered some stuff from you yesterday. I'm in the process of putting together a vacuum system. I kind of became a carbide convert a couple of years ago and find they do an excellent job. I like your lathe. I have the Nova Saturn which is essentially a 2 foot capacity version of your lathe. Someday if I get up near the cities I might stop in and visit your shop.
Hi there…. Love my Simple turning tools. One thing…. I’m having a bit of an issue with the detailer in that it seems to set too far back in the tool. It doesn’t want to bite into the work unless I really push or turn the tool down below the level of the tool rest. Both of those movements invite nasty catches. Any advice?
Thanks Kerry. These were the first tools I purchased when I started turning in '2021. Joy to use and super quality. May I ask if that dust bell (hood) set up with what appears to be a gate your design?
I find these tools to leave a very rough cut, requiring a lot it sand to finish the piece. Why is this, it’s like it’s ripping the wood and not cutting it cleanly. Any tips.
These issues are typically caused by running the lathe to slow. Here's some info on lathe speed for your consideration. Please let me know if this helps or not. Recommended Turning Speeds Simple Formula = “6,000 divided by Diameter” for roughing “9,000 divided by Diameter” for finishing • 6” bowls = a speed from 1000 to 1500 RPM. • 5” bowls or projects = a speed from 1200 to 1800 RPM. • 3″ stock from 2,000 to 3,000 RPM • 2″ or smaller in diameter usually will be turned at speeds 3,000 or higher, (often at the top speed which the lathe will turn). If the lathe speed seems too high, slow it down. All the speeds suggested are for stock which is sound, no defects or checks, and has not been laminated. Safe turning practices are not limited to the recommendations listed above.
I recently purchased a Carbide set for a few quick custom projects (I didn't want to fuss with a sharpening system). I've found a few videos so far that feature carbide but nothing came close to tips and footage of using the three "basic carbide woodturners" seen here. Really appreciate the video, the pacing and the very helpful commentary.
I learned more from this video than I expected, thanks!
Glad to hear it. Thank you.
Thanks for all the tips. Explained more how to get your piece of wood ready for the chuck then any i found in the last month . Thanks i really do appreciate it
It's 2:30 Oregon time started wood working first time since the 8th grade going to try your version of bowl turning!! Seen a few different ways your looks the easiest
I have been using the Simple Wood Turning Tools for over three years now. I have at least 6 including the new scraper I received for Xmas. I also have the vacuum chuck which is great for finishing bowl bottoms.
These are great tools and a joy to use.
Thank you, James. It's so nice to hear you're happy with your tools and we sure appreciate your kind words!
Really great, thank you
R u serious? I was just looking for info about where these tools are made and u said made in America! Im sold. Ill b getting into woodturning next year and will b looking for made 🇺🇸 tools. Happy to have found you!
I'm glad you found us too. We appreciate your American loyalty and are sure you will really love whatever you purchase from us. As a matter of fact, we stand behind everything we make so your satisfaction is guaranteed!
great info , got the tools, they are great to use
Great to hear! Thanks for sharing.
I just found your channel and ordered some stuff from you yesterday. I'm in the process of putting together a vacuum system. I kind of became a carbide convert a couple of years ago and find they do an excellent job. I like your lathe. I have the Nova Saturn which is essentially a 2 foot capacity version of your lathe. Someday if I get up near the cities I might stop in and visit your shop.
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Hi there…. Love my Simple turning tools. One thing…. I’m having a bit of an issue with the detailer in that it seems to set too far back in the tool. It doesn’t want to bite into the work unless I really push or turn the tool down below the level of the tool rest. Both of those movements invite nasty catches. Any advice?
I also use Simple Wood Tools. They are exceptionally made.
Thank you, Dave. We appreciate your compliment!
thank you for this video. super like and new subscriber here.
You're welcome. Thanks for sharing.
I would like a set
Thanks Kerry. These were the first tools I purchased when I started turning in '2021. Joy to use and super quality. May I ask if that dust bell (hood) set up with what appears to be a gate your design?
Thank you, Al Be! Yes, that dust collection hood system is my design.
0:50 so you are not suppoed to go from side to side the way you do with a traditional roughing gouge?
I find these tools to leave a very rough cut, requiring a lot it sand to finish the piece. Why is this, it’s like it’s ripping the wood and not cutting it cleanly. Any tips.
These issues are typically caused by running the lathe to slow. Here's some info on lathe speed for your consideration. Please let me know if this helps or not.
Recommended Turning Speeds
Simple Formula = “6,000 divided by Diameter” for roughing “9,000 divided by Diameter” for finishing
• 6” bowls = a speed from 1000 to 1500 RPM.
• 5” bowls or projects = a speed from 1200 to 1800 RPM.
• 3″ stock from 2,000 to 3,000 RPM
• 2″ or smaller in diameter usually will be turned at speeds 3,000 or
higher, (often at the top speed which the lathe will turn). If the lathe speed seems too high, slow it down.
All the speeds suggested are for stock which is sound, no defects or
checks, and has not been laminated.
Safe turning practices are not limited to the recommendations listed above.
Does the type of wood being turned factor into speeds ?
Amazing! Very helpful for my needs