This was a great video. I've been watching a ton of stuff trying to help figure out what to build for my new bench and this was by far the best and most informative, plus we share the same name so it's no wonder it was good, lol. What is the style of bench you mentioned at the end of the video that was made with 16' dimensional lumber? I'm going to replace a rickety old second hand bench and this looks like a good option to hone my skills.
@gilmchaul
3 жыл бұрын
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@cerberus2881
3 жыл бұрын
I'm going to build this Moravian Portable bench. I have an Ash butcher block top for it and I'll buy 2x12x16 foot pieces for it, just as they suggest here. It'll be my first furniture build since high school. Did you build yours yet Josh?
@krabenaldt7605
4 жыл бұрын
I am going to have to watch again. Found myself dreaming about a new bench and then missed so much of video.
@jlw35cudvm
4 жыл бұрын
K Rabenaldt : I do the same thing with a lot of videos
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
LOL...keep on watching!
@kjohnson3505
4 жыл бұрын
you are not alone mate
@glen3257
4 жыл бұрын
@@jlw35cudvm me too. I truly have a passion and have my lathe, table saw, jig saw and more I bought as I do have a true passion (but lack any skill) and would love to be able to do things I see in so many videos!
@saramulry
4 жыл бұрын
Yup
@saustin231
4 жыл бұрын
I could listen to you talk about stuff for hours because you offer both opinions and facts plus you answer the questions most others don’t.
@KubaAirs
7 ай бұрын
Amazing video, you convinced me on making one. Thank you! Just one thing to point out. Moravian's weren't a cult. We Moravians (Ethnic group in Czech Republic) have had difficult times with the Catholic Church since they executed Jan Hus. His teaching was to protest corruption among Catholic Church and their priests, that you shouldn't need to pay to church to be closer to God. Catholic church obviously didn't like that idea so they burned him alive and it started a Hussite Wars here in Europe. The ones who followed those teachings were labeled by the Catholic church Protestants, Heretics, Cult members and what not and many fled. Still Christians. It's one of the reasons we're among the most atheistic countries in the world.
@maple5793
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Joshua By necessity, my workbench started out as a 34" x 9-foot Solid core Mahogany slab door. It was notched to fit between two brick posts in my basement. I saved the offcuts, and years later they rejoined their brother, sandwiched between 3/4" or 20 mm baltic fir plywood and a top of leftover 1" Maple flooring. It now has pair of 10" vintage Record QR vices buried in 3" maple jaws. The base has continuously been laminated 6 x 6 Doug fir. The bench has stayed flat through its iterations! That's a long story but it covers 35 years and 6 moves!
@Wateringman
3 жыл бұрын
I found this channel by accident a while back, and this primer on wooden workbenches is absolutely wonderful, and highly informative. When I was a UBC journeyman carpenter many years ago, I used to make my own on-site workbenches. It made life so much easier during the time the work lasted. I would use 5/4 boards tongue and grooved (by me), and I would stagger the edges, and hold 2 layers of the boards together with wooden dowels, that had each matching dowel hole slightly staggered, to lock the two layers together. On thing I always did; which I have seen that no one else does, until I show them, is to make 1 or 2 openings on the surface of the bench; all the way through the bench top. On some if I had the time, ( I always had time) I made a flush cover for the opening. With a hole in the center to just pull the cover off, and expose the opening when needed. My usual size was 5 x 8 inches. This made boring wood so much easier, because any boring of holes, was a cinch, since the piece to be worked on was fully supported, and secured with holdfast clamps. I just centered the hole I had to bore just over the benchtop opening.
@dagoelius
4 жыл бұрын
This was amazing. I've just discovered the love of working with wood after my grandfather died and your website is a goldmine of useful information for newbies to the craft.
@a.omoose8946
4 жыл бұрын
you might want to drop that word 'newbies' from your vocabulary to start
@dagoelius
4 жыл бұрын
@@a.omoose8946oh look a brown shirt who feels the need to police a comment section. Must be going stircrazy stuck inside with no Antifa rallies to go to.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Nothing wrong with "newbies"
@gordonvanlieshout8134
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to see some keeping the art of wood working alive. I chased saw dust for 59 of my 70 years. Started with building a soapbox derby car at age 11. Before that, forts, tree houses, bush camps. I had a Huck fun life, for this day and age.
@gordonvanlieshout8134
4 жыл бұрын
If one wants to learn wood working. Find a old pattern maker, woodwright. It's a good start.
@matthewkeeley4479
4 жыл бұрын
Well, I came here by hitting the enter key off somewhere else. I was a woodworker from age twenty to age thirty and looking to get back in as a small hobby. So refreshing style of teaching, I'm sure his students do very well. The workbench that can be broken down and yet comes from a traditional design is great. Glad I found this site.
@isaach1447
4 жыл бұрын
This is PERFECT timing... after a 12+ yr hiatus I am returning to woodworking. My old bench was a harbor freight. Since I left it with my old house, and have finally rebuilt a tiny shop at my current house, I'm going to be building my own suitable for woodworking, leatherworking, flyting, and any other hobby that may come along! I felt ashamed that I was looking at pine...the last few minutes of the video made me feel better about it! Plus I never realized about the 16' 12X lumber being from the best part of the tree, though it makes sense.
@fredrikabacka9845
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! THANKS -a lot! I'm shifting from teaching crafts in public schools, into starting a small mobile and flexible bisnes for "Pimping Workshops & Homes" and "Outdoor ABC" (Adventures, Boatings & Crafts)... Your knowledge & know-how, experience & wisdom, personality & style, tips & tricks will be a great recourse to me! F-ready the Finn, Go Forth Services
@lilianaprina5991
3 жыл бұрын
A learning experience that is the reason I watch this videos...Knowledge is important.
@hellomate639
Жыл бұрын
I'm calling my WIP first time workbench the "homebrew hardware store half-english" Lol. So far it's been a lot of fun. I'm glad that what I heard in this video hasn't contradicted any of the theory I'm putting into building my workbench. Trying to get shear and torsion at each joint under control from many angles.
@jerrystark3587
4 жыл бұрын
I have built a number of workbenches over the years. I have three in my basement shop that I use daily for different purposes. Whether you have built workbenches or are planning to do so, this is a very useful and informative video. Thank you. BTW: I have watched the Will Myers video on building the Moravian workbench several times. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Excellent video and work bench! (Frankly, I would enjoy listening to Will Myers read the daily newspaper.👍)
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
That is awesome Jerry! And thanks for the kind words. Yes, Will has a very Sexy Southern accent :)
@steveperry948
4 жыл бұрын
While I don’t need a textbook workbench, this video is quite valuable to me in determining some of the key features that I want to incorporate on my personal workbench that I will be creating.
@robbosls
3 жыл бұрын
As a newbie, I've spent the last couple of freezing cold months watching videos to learn about, well, everything! I stumbled across your video, it's been very useful to help me build on my as yet scant knowledge. Thank you.
@wandererstraining
4 жыл бұрын
That was a great video! My own workbench was my first project, last year (we all need something to work on, right?). It measures 26"x46", with a 3" thick top. That's because I live in a small apartment. The bench has to fit in a room that's a bit larger than a closet, with room on each side of it, and it needs to fit through door frames. I'm pretty happy with it overall. I haven't made a vise for it yet, but I have a bunch of dog holes, which are only 1/2 in diameter, instead of 3/4, but I made all the bench dogs and vises that I use, and in the end, it's cheaper to do it that way. One side of the bench has an apron with two thick legs, English style, and the other side is more French style, with no apron and thinner legs. The whole thing is made of laminated 2x4s bought from the store, and it probably cost less than $100 CAD total, including the glue. The legs are mortised in the laminated top, and the whole thing is heavy, but I don't know how heavy. Definitely more than 100 lbs. Works for my usage. Some day I'll probably make an other one, when I move somewhere else, especially if I have more space. But for now, it works for my usage. Only thing is, I can push it around when I plane things, so I jammed more 2x4s between the bench's legs and the bottom of the walls, and it's not moving anymore. Rubber pads would probably fix it tho.
@ElminsterPTC
2 жыл бұрын
I am thinking of trying to get a small apartment wood shop going myself, would you be willing to share some pictures or a video of your space?
@r.g.carter3908
4 жыл бұрын
This is a great and informative video for someone looking to build their first work bench after years of moving makeshift tables across the room while planning.
@harveychuckles3780
3 жыл бұрын
5 most important features: 4 legs & a top.
@alexstrings
3 жыл бұрын
hahahahahhahahahahahahhahahahahahah
@dennisg.8618
3 жыл бұрын
I knew I was forgetting something. 2 legs mine seemed wobbly
@dennisg.8618
3 жыл бұрын
Not only that everytime I put something on top I'd walk away and find it under the bench so I guess I could use a top too
@benjaminnoordam7707
3 жыл бұрын
I think the legs count as one lol
@jeremiahthomas9833
2 жыл бұрын
True. But there are other things to consider. Lol
@triumphovereve
3 жыл бұрын
Just watched your video and immediately purchased the plan. I know what I'll be making this month.
@deldridg
Жыл бұрын
What a lovely way to enjoy 20 minutes of woodworking wisdom. I'm currently setting up shop at our newly renovated home in a much bigger space than before. We have a ton of Merbau (very stable hardwood) from some decks we took down and I'm planning to build a few workbenches with it. As always, you have added some great wisdom to my ruminations and hopefully I'll be able to build something special on which to create more special things! Warm regards and thanks from Sydney - Dave
@Buddy-po4hv
4 жыл бұрын
I'm watching from Saudi Arabia, woodworking is not a thing that's known here, but you have inspired me, great video and excellent explanation. Thank you.
@GeorgeMiller-h9o
4 ай бұрын
Do you even have wood there?
@jakelilevjen9766
4 жыл бұрын
Just built myself a Roubo workbench from construction lumber. A couple of tips and comments: 1) Everyone who can get southern yellow pine at the big box store should feel lucky. I live in Denver, and Douglas fir is the best I could do. This stuff warps and tears out like crazy! I doubt I will ever try with construction lumber again, as nothing came out straight, flat, or square. 2) When using soft woods, be sure to leave yourself enough time to do the glue-up on the same day as you cut your wood. Otherwise, it will warp, cup, and bow, making for a very frustrating glue-up.
@davidsimmons2655
4 жыл бұрын
I built one for myself and despite a few errors it turned out really well. Based on that experience, I built a different version (minus most errors) for my brother for his birthday. Best gift ever, and I was able to transport it in a suv to his place and teach him how to assemble it in a minute.
@RajbirSingh-wg9pf
4 жыл бұрын
So much of information crammed into those twenty minutes. Will have to watch again. Liked the normal everyday kind of 'speak' without dramatics. Thanks
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
So glad it was helpful Rajbir!
@curtiegremlin
3 жыл бұрын
If ever there was a perfect place to start planning a work bench of any type this video is it. I watched looking for ideas for a sliding miter saw bench because I didn't want a high dollar flimsy portable contractor stand. I learned more in a few minutes than the previous hours of online research on manufactured tables, stands and benches. Thank you for such an informative video.
@JP-rr5zg
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, i feel like I'm in a proper woodworking course in school, for free. Thank you!
@DanKoning777
4 жыл бұрын
Some things in life are black/white; some are not. To the immature that appear to have tunnel vision regarding every issue in life...well; have fun arguing your life away. *Your workbench* should be built to fit *your needs* [comfort, usability, safety] etc, via the insight/advise/features seen, and heard here. Knowledge/experience is *invaluable* to those who are *willing* to listen. Btw; *well done; great content.*
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Well said Dan! Thanks for watching!
@alexlongfield2113
10 ай бұрын
Great video. A true workbench aficionado with an awesome down to earth, practical, reasonable mindset. Thank you.
@danielhanawalt4998
6 ай бұрын
Planning to build a work bench. This video was helpful. Thanks. I want to build one that's portable but with wheels so I can roll it up onto my trailer.
@BeasleyStreet
4 жыл бұрын
So refreshing that you talk about the homemade bench tools,it's nostalgic, woodwork class at school,starting with the basics is the right way,unlike those who believe power first,if it's not got a 110 volt box, they don't what it is,traditional woodwork tools are things of great beauty, look forward to your future videos🤝👍😊
@cadiscase
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks.. I used Alder for my bench. Was relatively inexpensive. It is a hardwood. I Iike the color. Fairly east to work with. Best to you.
@johnjude2685
2 жыл бұрын
Love to build your bench and try to find the time, After I build it shure the time will be return from speeding up any project in my future. Thanks for showing me, Sir
@jordanhernandez8590
3 жыл бұрын
The Moravian portable workbench was super neat
@davestinyworkshopotherprojects
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video. Thanks so much, I'm building a compact workshop, 2.5 by 1.5 meters with double front doors to open up the space. I've been trying to work out what kind of workbench to build, whether fixed cabinet style, or traditional. I'd seen the Moravian style before but your review of it has convinced me that it is ideal for my needs.
@andrewsheehan5972
4 жыл бұрын
In reference to your comment on the height of a workbench being at the height of your knuckles when standing straight-backed....I think this is a throwback to how most Blacksmith's determined the proper height to mount their anvils. This is still recommended, as it maximizes the inertia of a hammer swing, and lessens the strain on the blacksmith's joints. So, I'm pretty sure that's where the "golden rule" came from. But, as you said, this doesn't take into account the type of work your doing on the bench. Great video, thanks!
@mm9773
4 жыл бұрын
Good shout. That’s probably where the rule originated, although I don’t think woodworkers build a bench for hammering and dogmatically stick to that rule, when hammering is such a small part of what they do. This rule is a total mystery to me - I’m working at a bench at knuckle height at the moment, and it’s absolutely killing my back. Nothing I do is comfortable at that height, and neither does it seem efficient.
@V21IC
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! That is as traditional as it can get! I remember benches like those some several decades ago when I took Woodwork & Technical Drawing for 5/6 years in secondary school!😯😄
@johndennis3181
4 жыл бұрын
I can't wait to build a work bench. I don't have a proper workshop so I am a bit tight on space. Thank you for the tips and the Moravian Workbench could be the winner for me.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome John!
@juancateigueluribe
3 жыл бұрын
Una, maravilla de la ingeniería humana,cuando quieres explotar la creatividad.Gracias por compartir.Saludos desde "Chile"...
@mirekkuzminski3956
11 ай бұрын
Thank You for valuable information and for your simple explanation of the process ❤🌞
@heman5737
3 жыл бұрын
What an incredible guide, hello from Queretaro, Mexico.
@hermanvanmal7066
4 жыл бұрын
Very well explained and understandable for me as an unexperienced wood worker, who want to make his own workbench. And especially the removable Moravian bench is cool to me!
@sk13ppy
3 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for this informative, demonstration video.
@maplobats
4 жыл бұрын
Best workbench video on youtube!
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@jesseterpstra5472
2 жыл бұрын
I'm currently in the process of building a Moravian workbench from your plans, I have built the undercarriage and am working on the top. I decided to make it with a split top rather than with the tool tray, just to have the extra mass in the top. I plan on fashioning a shelf for tools that is held in some way by the long stretchers, but that will be after everything else is done.
@MarcinPetruszka
4 жыл бұрын
This is crazy - I'm not a woodworker, but I moved into a flat in a 100 YO building with lot's of things needing some fixing… I've got a couple of pairs of doors to work on… started to think about getting some sawhorses to get the job done, and then I found this vid. I NEED this moravian workbench NOW! And I want to build it myself :D
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Great, go and build it Marcin!
@MarcinPetruszka
4 жыл бұрын
@@WoodAndShop i'm afraid it would be an overkill. I would still need quite a lot of raw material and tools... Maybe someday, but then again maybe sooner than I think 😃
@nmoran2046
3 жыл бұрын
I’m sorry sir but you were wrong I’m already on our three on workbenches and it’s not bedtime yet And out of the three hours this is top 5 And now back to construction Thank you
@lexboegen
4 жыл бұрын
I like longer benches (I made mine eight feet long), and I've never particularly liked tool trays, although I see the value of having tools nearby. What I did was take some scrap plywood and lumber that I and and I made a rolling tool tray whose height is just a few inches lower than the top of the bench (so any tall tools like hand planes will still be lower than the bench top). This follows me around the bench as I work, but is far enough from the bench that it doesn't collect shavings and not much sawdust. I like your quick removal tool tray and I might adapt that for me next rolling tool tray design. I'm about to embark on building my next bench (every design has some shortcomings that don't become apparent until I've used it for some time). My next one will probably combine the features that I like from Roubo, Nicholson, and your Morovian workbenches. Thumbs up and subscribed.
@mm9773
4 жыл бұрын
Great idea, I really like it.
@ronmack1767
4 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the information video Joshua. Thanks for sharing your valuable information. Y'all stay well and God bless.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Ron...God bless you too!
@CoffeeStained
Жыл бұрын
Great video, gives me a lot to ponder.
@michaelchristenson3441
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. your perspective has helped me organize my approach to putting a new workbench in my shop.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Michael!
@donbedo6798
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this really good ideas. I have seen a easy and cheap design of a leg vice in this video first time. Before I just knew the complex French style of this vice with a scissors cross as counter bearing. Your easy design with just a sliding rail at the bottom end of the leg is great.
@austina6602
Жыл бұрын
video actually starts at 1:45, you're welcome people.
@arboristBlairGlenn
4 жыл бұрын
Good job on this instructional video.
@medinadesignstudio5362
3 жыл бұрын
Incredible useful video. Simple and direct to the point. Thank you very much
@invictusbp1prop143
2 жыл бұрын
Great video with tons of info. I’ve always believed that a workbench is a very personalized tool that’s best customized to suit your individual needs. Everyone’s different and I’m sure that someone who’s strictly a traditional craftsman will be well served with a packaged design of one of these established styles. But I’ve found that with the variety of work that I use my benches for, ranging from shoddy carpenter work to leatherwork, metal work, classic car restoration and repair and light fab work and occasional electronics with a bit of everything else thrown in for good measure, a bench intended for a specific purpose does me no big favors. I found that going from trying to use tables and carts and those stupid little vice table top things with the plastic crank handles in them sucks and going from that seventh stage of hell to building your first custom bench is like being reborn a new man with fresh new possibilities everywhere. But even more dramatic if a change is to go from having a custom bench which is swept away along with your ridiculous oversized garage in a wicked witch if the west side style tornado called divorce that trying to go back to random tables and saw horses and various gadgets is like a giant kick in the man parts and can be extremely frustrating. Unfortunately I’m not in a place yet where I am able to set up a shop and build new benches, but it’s good to have goals and a light at the end of the tunnel to avoid getting caught up and lost in the darkness. But I’m already designing a better workbench in my head that will incorporate a near sternum high while seated on a barstool section for leatherwork, soldering, etc, with a flip out 18” wide lower work surface that flops over to provide a knuckle high work surface for wood working with bench dogs and full width end vice similar to what I had on the old bench that the ex probably has covered in pink tools and laundry baskets by now. I’m thinking this time I’m only going to make this into half of the 8’ long bench. May make it stationary as well and just incorporate tool storage above and back against the wall. Not sure what it’s going to end up looking like yet, but chances are it’s going to be a monster.
@fishhuntadventure
6 ай бұрын
Been woodworking since like 1985. A purpose-built woodworking bench is a tool for woodworking. I disagree that it suites automotive or metalworking while being an excellent woodworking bench. Woodworking requires clean surfaces that won’t mar the wood with grease; potentially dull cutting edges with metal or other debris embedded in the surface; while silicones, greases and solvent residues can mess with your finishes. Instead, I’d recommend a foldable bench suitable for your other pursuits since - other than perhaps welding table surfaces- the woodworking bench is actually a tool that impacts craftsmanship to a great degree.
@joshuaweiss7644
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, good stuff !
@javieralfaro3741
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. Thankyou for the ilustrative video. I make four workbenches, Two in recycled pine wood, and two in cedro wood. But i never see some mechanism before. Just wanted work with wood, i love tools.
@craftsmen22
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video, good thoughts, and a good inspiration to start working at my own bank.
@KA-cc9yw
2 жыл бұрын
i like this video very much
@thomasjohansson1848
4 жыл бұрын
Ten years ago, when a large It company relocated to Bangalore India they got a lot off different types of electric adjustable in height desks over. I bought two for 20 $. Rebuilt them to a workbench. No i can raise or lower the bench 600 mm/ two feet. Can be recommended.
@OneHandyDude
4 жыл бұрын
Any chance you can provide info on manufacturer? Curious how something like that holds up to the rigors of woodworking 🤔
@erikpound5285
2 жыл бұрын
Thank You !
@MrJugsta
3 жыл бұрын
I could watch this all day but I have work to do.
@allistarcenter3
3 жыл бұрын
You are such a good person, also the video is very informative!
@josephramos7231
4 жыл бұрын
Very much interesting, I want learn more about woodworking techniques.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joseph!
@KanOfWhoopass
4 жыл бұрын
A wonderful video - thank you! I'm intrigued by the numerous workbench designs by craftsman throughout the centuries. I like the portability of this workbench and think this is a good design for me as I am needing something portable. I've been fine woodworking for over 40 years, growing up as an apprentice under my dad - a master craftsman, and have enjoyed every minute of it.Thanks again!
@thedevilinthecircuit1414
3 жыл бұрын
Great vid! I think the "knuckles height" rule came from blacksmithing--that's the ideal height for the top of the anvil.
@timgasperson4063
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very informative video! I have learned more about woodworking workbenches than I ever thought I wanted to know. That being said, I would pay you money to read me a story every night so I could sleep like a baby!! Your voice and tone made me wish I could build a bed lay down in it and have you read the instructions to building that bed to me. Please don't take that the wrong way! I swear the information you provided is amazing and I subscribed!
@nicholasrodriguez635
4 жыл бұрын
I found this halfway through building my first workbench, ugh! Great information, thanks.
@alexreid4131
4 жыл бұрын
Don't know why you've never shown up in my feed before but subscribed immediately just now. Thanks for the info and advice.
@christopherbiomass7155
4 жыл бұрын
Awesome. I just found myself a new channel. I was taken by surprise when the video ended. It felt like I was only 10 minutes in to a 21 minute video. Lots of good info here. I'll be re-watching.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
What a great compliment Christopher!
@musamor75
4 жыл бұрын
A highly informative and well thought out video, that leaves barely nothing out. Your students are lucky to have such a fine gentleman as a guide. I truly believe that the joy (and angst also) of building your own bench is part of the journey and adventure of cabinet making. It's also a privilege to be able to build it to your own measurements. I lived and worked in Paris for thirty years as a cabinet maker and furniture restorer. I'm 6ft tall (or was before age "shrinkage", haha) and some of the very old benches- apart from being worn to buggery- were simply TOO low, and badly beaten up. Near the Bastille, near where the Revolution was celebrated, there was- until very recently- a whole quarter called the "Faubourg Saint-Antoine"; an extremely busy furniture building hub, unique in the world with a five-hundred year history. This is where ALL the beautiful French furniture was built. Also where André-Charles Boulle was born and worked. Two years ago I moved to the country in the West. Quite honestly, I'm going to give your Moravian Bench a good thought; it could be the right one for me. Anyway, thank you for sharing this highly informative video, and your vast knowledge of benches and tools. By the way, you have an impressive array of BEAUTIFUL tools- including some "golden oldies". What a joy tools are, eh? Best regards from France. God bless.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for your kind note sir!
@fishhuntadventure
6 ай бұрын
I’m going to do one up myself. I’m concerned with a potential lack of mass but since I want to set a whole drawer or a windsor on the benchtop with room to spare I’ll have a fairly wide top and that may solve chasing it around.
@WinstonArthur
4 жыл бұрын
Firstly, I pay my reverence to your extremely wide and varied knowledge of so much that has to do with woodcraft. I thank you for this specific video since I´m preparing to build my own (first) workbench. I also admire and appreciate the manner in which you present the content of your video(s). This is probably an attribute of your vocation as a teacher of the craft. I wish you all the best and much more success.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Winston!
@nealeberly4325
Жыл бұрын
Great informative video. I will be looking at more and maybe even building my own. Would love to have the time to even take a class or two at the school
@rafaelrestrepo2436
7 ай бұрын
Great, thanks.
@DesignEcologies
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@andyevans8585
Жыл бұрын
Really instructive video. Thank you
@gregoxenham2842
4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant summary of everything workbench
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear Greg!
@georgepauls2911
3 жыл бұрын
Only vise you missed is a Pattern Makers Vise, they really add flexibility to ones work that most other vises for me
@JarlSeamus
4 жыл бұрын
I can't speak for work bench height, but the standard for adjusting the height of an anvil for a blacksmith is the knuckles while standing erect. This places the anvil face at the correct height to reduce joint strain while swinging a hammer.
@joseeduardoteixeira7816
Жыл бұрын
Very nice video.
@jawwad4020
4 жыл бұрын
This channel is golden 😍
@smithent701
3 жыл бұрын
Great content and insights...thank you. (from just a beginner looking to build a basic workbench)
@АндрейСорокин-д3к
4 жыл бұрын
You've sold me on Moravian bench! Although I'm planning on installing big cast iron vice (Record No 53) instead of a leg vice.
@lanecobb4150
4 жыл бұрын
Андрей Сорокин Great choice...I have 3 Record 53e fast action vises on my 30 year old self-designed rock maple bench. Two used as tail vices at the right end and 1 used as a face vice at the left end. They are beyond rugged and useful. 💪
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
No shame there!
@robertfontaine3650
Жыл бұрын
Perfecto! thank you very much.
@FAMAWoodworking
4 жыл бұрын
Amazing explanation, thanks for sharing!
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ryanallthewiser
3 жыл бұрын
Joshua - great lesson today. Love your videos and find them incredibly helpful.
@sral128
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks👍🏼
@Luke-ms9rh
3 жыл бұрын
This is the first video of yours that I've watched and my dude, I'm a fan. Great information and I'll definitely be indulging further. Let the workbench planning commence!
@WilliamMichael1
4 жыл бұрын
Very Good Video! Thanks! I have some more ideas to consider! Now if I can get my workshop built!
@samadrid6321
4 жыл бұрын
My workbench is a fold out table set up in my front yard. I have used it to do all the wood working around my home including making and refinishing cabinets, making tables, beds and a black walnut bathroom sink. I do not own a table saw, no drill press, no lathe, no miter saw (all miters are hand cut), no router table, no planer, no jointer, no dovetail jig, no mortising tool. Everything I do is hand worked old school. I have my fold out table, a circular saw, a basic hand router, belt and rotary sanders, jig saw and all the basic hand tools, but no hand planers just a block plane.
@oduckett
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for bringing a view of sense and clarity to what is normally such a... passionate topic!
@JasonSidell
2 жыл бұрын
Very informative! Thank you! I’m leaning toward the Moravian design. Also you forgot to mention the Austrian favorite vise: the edel vice. 😆
@ScottSpeedPro
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you...times 10. Just a really great overview with a few very cool options I hadn't even considered for my first bench.
@reacher72
4 жыл бұрын
Great vid. I’m starting a workshop build so there are some great ideas here. One thing I would say is make sure that the benches are built level and square 👍
@przybyla420
3 жыл бұрын
Sort of goes without saying, but I second that, especially a design with a wide apron or legs flush with the top.
@Bogie3855
4 жыл бұрын
I am about to build my workbench finally and this was very helpful. Thanks for making the effort.
@WoodAndShop
4 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help Paul!
@Halvleder1
4 жыл бұрын
Great video and the openness about choices and preference motivate med to follow Joshua and his woodworking tips closer. Have to go get me a workbench.
@arielmetamorphosis
3 жыл бұрын
I'm going to try to build a workbench but with my table saw included in it, and a router too
@rallen7660
2 жыл бұрын
I think that the "benchtop at curled knuckle height" rule came from blacksmithing. There, you want to set up the top of your anvil so that you can just brush it with your knuckles. Less awkward for smacking the heck out of hot iron. Less wear and tear and your body. I guess that some woodworkers thought if it was good for blacksmiths, it was good for them. Wrong.
@davidahunt4699
Жыл бұрын
Lots of great information! I did notice that you left out the most important vise type, the Miami Vise, lol! Ok I'm done now. P.S Love your channel!
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