WATCH FULL Traditional Hand-Powered Lathe ( #2)
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Craftsmen turn an oak log into a mill shaft—by hand, fire, and iron. No machines used!
No electricity, no shortcuts.
Just oak, sweat and tears.
Welcome to the Crafted History channel, where I share my passion for traditional craftsmanship
with you.
In the previous documentary, we saw an oak tree being chopped down and transported.
This second part shows us how the oak log is turned into a mill shaft for a water mill.
The log is shaped into an octagon using hand tools, then placed in a lathe, where several
craftsmen work together to carve it into its final form.
A fascinating glimpse into teamwork and traditional woodworking from the past.
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