B.C.W. Solid Wood Drums Lathe

[RockerBug17]

What brand chuck are you using, and what diameter cole jaws are you using?

[bcwdrums]

@RockerBug17 It's a Oneway Stronghold Chuck with 14" jumbo jaw set. Expensive but works excellent for the job..

[chefjason13]

Would you be able to tell me what the expanding jig is you are using to hold the shell from the inside? Are you worried that the pressure from the inside would push the joints apart or does the jig come with something that gives counter pressure?

[surfhero01]

did you have to make your own lathe jig? or is that jig to clamp the shell readily available to purchase? p.s. you do some fascinating work!

[howycwap]

this can be done witout a lathe correct?where would i be able to find a lathe just to use i do not want to buy one

[bcwdrums]

@howycwap Yes I made my first drum with a belt sander and it turned out quite nice. Or you could use hand tools to round the shell. I don't know where you could find a lathe to use sorry.. Thank you for your comment..

[howycwap]

@bcwdrums

alright thanks but i have a few more questions. What would be the 2 best woods to use? im looking for a short high sound, but full.

and any tips for a beginner?

thanks

[bcwdrums]

@howycwap Hi I think Oak and walnut are good for a short high sound but maple is still the best wood to build drum shells out of. Thank you for your comment..

[howycwap]

@bcwdrums

seriously, thanks for the help. im probobly gonna do 2 snares, a maple, and a red oak drum, (and possibly walknut)

thanks