Make a Wire Burning Tool #lathe #woodturning

In this video, I transform a piece of storm-damaged Osage Orange into a custom wire burning tool — perfect for adding rich details and texture to your woodturning projects! Watch as I create two handles in two different ways: ✅ The first handle is turned using Easy Wood carbide tools, perfect for beginners or anyone who prefers a simple, fast approach. ✅ The second handle is made with traditional turning tools — a roughing gouge, a skew, and a spindle gouge — offering a more classical, hands-on method. Whether you’re a woodturner, woodworker, or DIY maker, this video highlights both modern and traditional techniques side by side. See how a fallen branch finds a new purpose, and learn how to make your own custom tool for adding dramatic details to your projects. 🔥 In this video you'll learn: ✅ How to prepare Osage Orange for tool handles ✅ Turning with carbide vs traditional turning chisels ✅ Making a wire burning tool from 1/32" wire ✅ Tips for adding texture and character to your woodturning If you enjoy making your own tools and exploring different techniques, be sure to like, subscribe, and follow for more woodworking, woodturning, and DIY content! #woodworking #woodturning #diymakingtools #osageorange #wireburning #easywoodtools #traditionalturning