Fine job! Thank you.

Building my first boat and so far, so good! Definitely going to follow this to make the oars.

Wow, those came out great! Good job.

I gave up on marking out the sixteen sides years ago and just hit that one by eye on anything smaller than a spar. I got into small batch Greenland paddle manufacturing at one point. From that developed a simple jig for holding paddles during the carving process. Makes all the difference in the world and the concept would be easily adaptable to oar carving. I'll shoot you a set of plans if you're interested Grant.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome, thanks.

Thanks! I need to make some oars and this was super helpful.

Beautiful oars, very short (I'm sure that is for good reason), skillfully made. Fair play to you.

Beautiful work!

Love the stop animation bit with the tools.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks it was a lot of fun to make.

Nice and clear, thank you

Hey don't apologize for anything !!! Just go about your business and keep working at it. What you are doing is not easy. Great video !!!! AWESOME !!! SUBSCRIBED !!! Do not apologize !!!

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out and subscribing.

My very first wood working project was to build a kayak storm paddle to see if I wanted to jump into building a touring kayak. I used big box store 1x2's laminated them with epoxy and used a thin coat of thinned epoxy for the finish. That was twelve years ago and the paddle (and the boat) are still going strong! I got my tools from ebay and craigs list, restored a block plane in the process and had a ball building.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

My first paddle build was a west Green land paddle made out of a 2x4. It may be ugly as sin but it’s still trucking after all these years.

Something I've been wanting to delve into for awhile now

@oliverwoodcraft9733

2 жыл бұрын

Go for it. It’s always fun to make those kinds of things.

Good job bud!

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks it was fun putting this one together. Can’t wait to see your next video.

nice oars! wax paper for the win!

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

It is definitely a lifesaver.

Brilliant video. Straight to the point & easy to follow. thx

Durable finish

My high school woodworking shop teacher, who was an awesome guy, would smash your fingers with whatever tool he had in his hand if you didn't place your planes down on their sides. Blade down, you were going to get hit with something. Great oars btw.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the videos. I was taught the same way with the planes but then got into more hand tool work and changed my program. It’s just too easy to knock them out of tune if they get set down too hard on the side.

@johnlinehan9053

3 жыл бұрын

Oliver Woodcraft www.finewoodworking.com/2020/11/24/weve-got-a-plane-down

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the article.

I just found your channel, and it looks pretty good. Personally, I would definitely prefer how to videos.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. What kind of how to stuff are you looking for?

@gordonstewart8258

2 жыл бұрын

@@oliverwoodcraft9733 The next stages of my boat build are basically oars and spars. It's just a little 12 ft. rowing/sailing dinghy so I won't be doing anything too elaborate.

do you think it is better to glue 3 pieces of wood or use just a thick one if its available?

@oliverwoodcraft9733

2 жыл бұрын

If it’s available a single piece is nice.

In lieu of AYC, what other woods would you suggest? Loved the vid!

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

Lots of different woods have been used in the past. It often comes down to the intended use and what’s available. I have made them out of ash before with good results. If weight is to be considered use a soft wood for the shaft and a hardwood for the blade edges.

@NorthWoodsStrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@oliverwoodcraft9733 Is Titebond III an acceptable glue for the tip?

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

@@NorthWoodsStrider The appropriate glue is also variable. On average I would suggest an epoxy though some woods do NoT except it as well as others. Tight bond is (in my experience) not a long life glue in that application.

Great job I’m just wondering what would be the most durable for these

@deceg5284

3 жыл бұрын

Durable finish

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

Oiled grips are a must in my book (varnish can make blisters) the rest oiled or Varnished. Oil doesn’t have UV protection and will not build up to a high gloss but is very easy to maintain. Varnish typically has UV inhibitors but gets brittle over time and can be annoying to keep up. I usually pick the finish according to the intended use ( lakes, rocky shoreline, river). Hope that helps.

@deceg5284

3 жыл бұрын

Oliver Woodcraft perfect thanks for the reply

Any plans and what kind of wood did you use

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

No plans for these ones sorry. The wood I used was Alaskan yellow cedar.

Awesome oars, great job man.. Would you be able to share the dimensions? Overall Length, Diameter, pedal width, etc...? I really wanna try to do the same style, really liked it Thank you

@oliverwoodcraft9733

2 жыл бұрын

Are you planning on using them or just need a project to practice on? I only ask because oars are often scaled to the boat.

@ButterflyMatt

2 жыл бұрын

What are these oars scaled to? They look exceptionally short.

Are there any rules for how long to make them

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

Generally speaking two and one half times the beam of the boat.

How long did it take to make one of these oars?

@oliverwoodcraft9733

2 жыл бұрын

If I remember right it was 5-6 hrs of actual work each

@magispitt

2 жыл бұрын

@@oliverwoodcraft9733 Thanks!

What kind of wood did you use.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

2 жыл бұрын

Sitka spruce.

What type of wood did you use

@oliverwoodcraft9733

6 ай бұрын

It’s been a while but I think it was ether Sitka spruce or alskin yellow cedar

What kind of wood, dimensions, glue....?

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

This was Alaskan yellow cedar and I glued it with epoxy. The dimensions were custom to the boat. Typical rule of thumb for length is 2x the beam of the boat but that doesn’t always work. Hope this helps.

The music is pretty great, but I have a Bluetooth radio, bluetooth headphones, an iTunes account and a stereo. Your work is fantastic, don’t cover it up with music. Talk about the wood options, the grain direction, the adhesives, the stains, the varnish etc etc. how you do all the things!

It's so hard to find stuff like this in the UK. I'm afraid that with the exception of a few places we have lost our seafaring heritage

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

That’s interesting to hear. I have actually been seeing a lot of action on instagram in regards to wooden boat work in the UK. thefalmouthpilotcutter.co.uk

@neilelliott6151

4 жыл бұрын

I think if you look to the south, there is some to be found. I'm in Lincolnshire and it's hard. I have Boston a few miles South and Grimsby about the same North, and can't even find a decent Chandler. I'm afraid that as much as I'd rather not, I have to use the internet.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

Neil Elliott I’m sorry to hear that. Hands on experience with someone is always helpful.

@neilelliott6151

4 жыл бұрын

@@oliverwoodcraft9733 It's the only way, I'd love the chance to drop into a nearby workshop.

@oliverwoodcraft9733

4 жыл бұрын

You might try getting in touch with Leo over on kzread.info he may know of a few options for you.

Why not just use one piece of wood instead?

@oliverwoodcraft9733

3 жыл бұрын

Simple answer is availability.

@stephenjames820

3 жыл бұрын

If you can't buy it...make it!

Well there's 5 minutes I'll never get back. I guess I missed the commentary after you started but couldn't miss the music. Guess I won't want to hear any bells ring and no thumbs up

Good looking oars, how much do they cost ?

@oliverwoodcraft9733

6 ай бұрын

If properly charged $1200 based on time and materials. I made that set for a friend and I was lucky enough to have the stock on hand.