Ever Seen a Stainless Steel and Brass 8 Ball? This Guy Made One!

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The discussion revolves around a YouTube project where a creator makes an 8 ball out of solid stainless steel and brass. Participants express their admiration for the craftsmanship and artistry involved in the project, sharing their thoughts on the video presentation and the skills demonstrated.

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  • Some participants express admiration for the creator's combination of art, shop skills, and engineering, noting the impressive nature of machining a perfect sphere.
  • There are comments on the video style, particularly the use of subtitles instead of voice-over, with one participant drawing a comparison to the movie "Patton."
  • One participant humorously rates the project as "at least a three or four," which prompts playful banter among others regarding the rating system.
  • Concerns are raised about the tone of the discussion, with some participants feeling that the environment can be intimidating or that jokes may be misinterpreted as offensive.
  • Another participant reflects on the directness of replies, suggesting that newcomers might find it off-putting but asserting that the moderators are fair.

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Participants generally agree on the impressive nature of the project and the skills involved. However, there is disagreement regarding the appropriateness of humor and the perceived tone of the forum, with some feeling it can be harsh or intimidating.

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Some participants express personal feelings about the forum's atmosphere, indicating that responses may vary based on individual experiences and perceptions of humor.

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Individuals interested in craftsmanship, machining, or the intersection of art and engineering may find this discussion engaging.

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Make an 8 Ball Out of Solid Stainless Steel and Brass
I have always been impressed by all the projects on this guy's Youtube channel, but this project takes the cake. His mix of art, shop skills, and engineering skills are awesome, and the video is great fun to watch. No question, just sharing.

"I Make an 8 Ball Out of Solid Stainless Steel and Brass"

 
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Very cool, thanks. I like that he doesn't voice-over, just uses brief subtitles to explain some of the steps. The start of the video reminds me of the movie "Patton". :smile:
 
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Machining a perfect sphere in a lathe and mill is a remarkable achievement.
Continuing the spherical shape by hand, using a file and obtaining an almost perfect shape is even more remarkable.

Thank you for posting it, @anorlunda. :smile: 👍
 
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That is definitely one of the best things I have seen for a while. That is either because I haven't been getting out much, or because it is such a good job. I would say a bit of both, but a hell of a lot more of the "good job" part. I love it.
 
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That isn’t too cool. It’s at least a three or four.
 
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Whipley Snidelash said:
That isn’t too cool. It’s at least a three or four.
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berkeman said:
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It’s a compliment and a really bad joke I guess
 
berkeman said:
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It isn't 2 cool, it's a 3 or a 4.

Try to keep up here, Mike :oldlaugh:
 
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phinds said:
It isn't 2 cool, it's a 3 or a 4.

Try to keep up here, Mike:oldlaugh:

You know how it is, get a demerit and the powers that be start looking for ways to get you. True scientific behavior.
 
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Whipley Snidelash said:
You know how it is, get a demerit and the powers that be start looking for ways to get you. True scientific behavior.
I hope that's a joke. It not only isn't true, it is offensive.
 
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phinds said:
It isn't 2 cool, it's a 3 or a 4.

Try to keep up here, Mike:oldlaugh:
Ohhh! I get it now. Little slow here sometimes... o0)
 
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phinds said:
I hope that's a joke. It not only isn't true, it is offensive.
It's no big deal. Dale gave him a bigger one... :wink:
 
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Sorry but this website makes me feel like I have a target on my back every time I post anything
 
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Whipley Snidelash said:
Sorry but this website makes me feel like I have a target on my back every time I post anything
My experience is that the monitors are fair. Newcomers sometimes are put off by the directness of some replies but it is never personal.
 
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Whipley Snidelash said:
You know how it is, get a demerit and the powers that be start looking for ways to get you. True scientific behavior.
phinds said:
I hope that's a joke. It not only isn't true, it is offensive.
Hmm... Looks like @phinds has lived a rather cloistered life!
 
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Tom.G said:
Hmm... Looks like @phinds has lived a rather cloistered life!
I well, I AM a dog after all. :smile:
 
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