The video shows a close-up of a metal rod being shaped by a machine. The machine has a sharp tool that is spinning and making contact with the metal rod. As the tool moves along the rod, it leaves behind a trail of shavings. The metal rod is a cylindrical shape and appears to be made of a shiny, silver-colored metal. The machine is likely a lathe or a milling machine, which are commonly used in metalworking to shape and cut metal. The video is shot in a way that focuses on the interaction between the tool and the metal rod, highlighting the precision and skill required in metalworking.