The video shows a close-up of a metal lathe in operation. The lathe is spinning at a high speed, and a piece of metal is being shaped by a cutting tool. As the cutting tool moves along the metal, it creates a pile of shavings that accumulate on the lathe bed. The shavings are long and thin, and they curl and twist as they are being cut. The metal being shaped appears to be a cylindrical piece, and the lathe is turning it at a steady pace. The cutting tool is held in place by a tool post, and it moves smoothly along the metal, creating a precise and even cut. The video provides a detailed view of the cutting process, highlighting the precision and skill required to operate a lathe.