I am really digging the math, and how you explain it. Both my wife and I are into math puzzles so this video kept me interested and not skipping ahead..... I just discovered your Iso-Path Videos..... you are an Evil Genius! LOL
built one of these a few years ago and used it to rebuild a vintage VW engine... supported the near 500 pound weight with no issue. gave the video another watch as i'm going to build two more. love this design.
Tip at the 3:00 minute mark: I'm doing this tonight! Once or twice a year Pocket83 makes an tangible improvement to my life; the rest of the time he just makes great videos. Thank you.
Thanks, Pocket! I've made a few of these using your design; Three potting benches and an outfeed/assembly table. This design works great! Thanks again. I really like your videos. I'm never sure what to expect when I see a new one, but you always come through!
Wow, that's appreciated. Since you've made so many of these, remember that you can add diagonal strength to this design by adding panels/angles to the inside corners of the frame. On one of mine, I added some arches to make it more solid. Should've put that tip in the vid ;)
If I was a guy I'd be you. I approach my sewing studio the way you have this shop. All my tables and set ups can change or move and all used. My cutting table is an older gate leg table on bed risers. I'm getting into more 3D upcycle and kesringntonuse since shop tools at age 65 thanks to my great partner of 7 years. I want to make outside end tables for our retirement house. 3 buildings and 3 patios. We use them all as the hot sun moves on large lot. I came here via your humming bird feeder video. Inteaxh sewing locally in this small town. Teachers in my family. You seem like a teacher. You could definitely narrate a science show or replace all those robo voices on videos!
This is a very good design for a work bench base. I used one like this -- with L-section rather than T-section legs for over 15 years. The base was rock- solid. Originally, I used three layers of 3/4" MDF for the top, with oak face boards. I recycled this bench by replacing the top with face-laminated 2x4s and gave the bench to a young man who needed one for his garage. That 3" laminated top made a big difference in the heft and utility of the bench. Wish I had done that years ago. Great build!
I built not just one but two of those bad boys in one day. Great easy build. It has a small foot print, but yet a very functional workbench. Thanks a bunch Pocket for the plan.
I really like this design. It addresses almost all of the weak points in many of the workbenches I've seen and used. Thanks for the mention and fpr the link!
This is another channel with a surprisingly low subscriber count. Deserves a million. The details and learning here. Narration is clear and concise. Providing the logic behind actions.
It was really nice to see you branch out into the realm of computer modeling. The integration of the models into the video was really well done especially with the animation.
Thanks, Pocket. You took all of the thinking out of building a new workbench, and killed all of the excuses I had for not making one. Made one this weekend in just a few hours. Went with two layers of particle board for the top, because I'm cheap. It seems plenty stable enough for my uses. Thanks again for the plans and build video.
A) I’ve been kicking tires on different workbench designs for a while and this is one of my favourites. I’ve already bought 4x4 for my legs so I am Committed to half-lap joints... otherwise I’d have followed this design. B) Golden Ration. 42. You dork 😀 C) I *love* that you take the time to explain the details (the poly, the fastener arrangement, the nail-on-nail setting). I hit ‘subscribe’ so damn hard.
I'm redesigning my workbench+tablesaw+routertable, and my design uses similar construction to what you have here. I'm also trying to do it as cheaply as possible, using 2x4 extras from various construction sites in my neighborhood. Should be fun. Your videos are always intelligent and informative. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge/ideas. I just finished making a modified version of this bench. Rock solid and SUPER easy to make with this video. Keep up the great work.
There’s so much good (and not so good) content on UA-cam, but, man, you’ve been nailing it for years. You’re very impressive in many ways and I’ve been enjoying the hell out of watching your stuff the last couple weeks. Imagine if we had videos from Socrates and Galileo. Or I suppose I could learn to read.
Great design awesome work Gonna need a work table soon in my new shop and this is it I might add the bottom shelf a little higher for hand tools and such
I built a small table saw bench (about 22"x26") inspired by this design about a year ago. It's very heavy duty for the application and has held up beautifully!
Yes, to your creativity, but it’s an uncommon trait. Two traits I like to use are brainstorming & a proverb (mine, I think)… “thanks for showing me what not to do”. Really enjoy your channel & no, I haven’t been able to invoke my proverb to any of your videos, yet! 🤞👊
I've found some of your ideas so inspiring that I'm finally building a home workshop after delaying it for years. Will try to post some part of the process along with my take on some of your ideas. Thanks for the videos! 🤘
Hey Pocket. Enjoyed watching this, especially the bonus little tips, like the tablesaw supports, "nail head nail set tool"tip, and nail / screw strength comparisons. Effective benches without complicated joinery :) I actually really like the model making vs CAD. I have been making wood models lately on my CNC build, feeling a bit silly, as the CNC machine will be all about CAD. I think they can go together though, and it helps to limit screen time... Thanks for sharing. Peace, Bongo.
Beautiful stuff! I'm not a builder, and I thought the final table looked pretty simple, but I had no idea about how complex it is and all the things you have to consider! Especially that part about the difference between screws and nails. Keep up the great work, Pocket!
Great video Pocket. It was really informative and had a pleasant dialogue. Also, the way you still covered yourself with the slip was amazing. Putting this one on the back burner for when I need a new bench.
I'm not sure if you read comments or take suggestions. But I was binging your videos and was super inspired by a specific shot in your octohedron video. I want to do this myself but cannot afford the resin and stuff. So, you make the hedron, you make the top separately and cast the top in silicon then make a resin pour with little fish and stuff suspended in it. I think that would be neat... Like a little desk aquarium that you never need to feed.
I can't wait to come back and find out what you're going to do with these! Also, the design of the table does look really versatile in terms of changing it for different purposes. :D
Oh my god.. This is perfect... I'll have the top as a plywood with a hole that will sit snuggly right under the my cheap af tablesaw top layer. I'll add panels around, making it a relatively closed box with a hole for the shopvac. I might be able to reduce the amount of dust I send in the wind next time I have to make a bunch of cuts. And it I need, it only cost 2 2x4 to replace the top frame. This is perfect!
Pocket83! WHERE HAVE YOU GONE? COME BACK. Seriously, you made great, really fun videos. You've got a very good channel going here. I'd love to see you active once again.
I love the design and plan to replace my workbench with a pair of these. Have you considered mounting the bottom shelve upside-down? So the bottom is more like a tool well.
Oh thank god you're back. I've been watching that pocket83² guy instead, he's good, but not quite as good as you. Also I'm planning on a bench build before the year is out, I really like your leg design, I'm glad I could learn from you.
Because I'm an entertainment bot that's been generated by UA-cam! This content has been a response to your viewing habits. That's why you never see my face.
It shows that you don't have to spend that much on a pretty good work bench if you are the occasional garage wood hobbiest/"worker". Great job/mind as always. Do you have patreon? I remember you were contemplating getting one???
Very nice job I even liked the model. You could even make a model of the whole workshop and try different designs to help work flow or change it if or when you get new tools. Enjoyed your talent and video, so I subscribed. Thanks for sharing, Rodney
Really good looking and simple work bench. Now I just have to find a tape measure that has your old fashioned inches on. Also find someone who will clear all the crap out of my garage.
2 things: 1- Am I the only one who got an engineering orgasm from 3:08 to 3:46 ? I mean, the simplicity and the beaut f the trick to solve a seemingly complex problem just gave goose bumps 2- Who else played the video several time around 7:35 hoping to get a sneak peek at Pocket?
@6:55 I spent a good half hour trying to figure out how you were going to get three 17-5/8" x 39" pieces after cutting two 30" x 48" workbench tops from a 48" x 96" piece of particle board because after accounting for the 1/8" kerf you'd be left with a 48" by 35-3/4" piece but I finally figured it out. Your secret is safe with me.
Hey pocket83, I have come to love your channel for quite some time now. When I saw this video six months ago I knew that I wanted to build a workbench just like the one you made. I tried your wooden knot project and completely ruined a chunk of Purple Heart, but when I saw the simplicity of this design I knew it was something for me. This project was the first time I was able to get some experience using my father’s power tools. Here is what it looked like in the end imgur.com/gallery/D1YO26I . I just want to say keep up the great work that you do on both of your channels and thank you for making mathematical concepts easy to understand in woodworking applications.
Gotta plug Polycrylic, which has lower VOC to breathe, and also gets hard as a rock when it sets up. I used it on my kitchen cabinet shelves which take a beating from dishes and not a mark... You didn't mention ventilation, and in those cases where I did use Polyurethane, I found using a plywood cutting table with wheels on one end let me lift the other, roll it out into the driveway, and apply Polyurethane out in the fresh calm air, then roll it back into the garage to dry when I'm nowhere around...
Been watching your videos for a while now and I’ve finally figured out what you remind of, Baz Lurhmann, wear sunscreen! Not a criticism, just an observation. Keep up the good work.
This is awesome. I wonder how well they would work with casters on the bottom? I have an oil change pit in the middle stall of my garage, and I'm thinking three of these would cover it when it isn't in use to give me more work space.
How the hell am I only finding this channel now? Been watching woodworking videos for 5 to 6 years at least! Great channel!
Thank you!
I am really digging the math, and how you explain it. Both my wife and I are into math puzzles so this video kept me interested and not skipping ahead..... I just discovered your Iso-Path Videos..... you are an Evil Genius! LOL
Have fun binge watching his videos. I know I did.
built one of these a few years ago and used it to rebuild a vintage VW engine... supported the near 500 pound weight with no issue. gave the video another watch as i'm going to build two more. love this design.
Tip at the 3:00 minute mark: I'm doing this tonight! Once or twice a year Pocket83 makes an tangible improvement to my life; the rest of the time he just makes great videos. Thank you.
Thanks, Pocket! I've made a few of these using your design; Three potting benches and an outfeed/assembly table. This design works great! Thanks again. I really like your videos. I'm never sure what to expect when I see a new one, but you always come through!
Wow, that's appreciated. Since you've made so many of these, remember that you can add diagonal strength to this design by adding panels/angles to the inside corners of the frame. On one of mine, I added some arches to make it more solid. Should've put that tip in the vid ;)
I made it. It’s easy to build and strong. Almost no waste. I’m using it as the strongest potting bench I’ve ever had. Thanks very much!
If I was a guy I'd be you. I approach my sewing studio the way you have this shop. All my tables and set ups can change or move and all used. My cutting table is an older gate leg table on bed risers. I'm getting into more 3D upcycle and kesringntonuse since shop tools at age 65 thanks to my great partner of 7 years. I want to make outside end tables for our retirement house. 3 buildings and 3 patios. We use them all as the hot sun moves on large lot. I came here via your humming bird feeder video. Inteaxh sewing locally in this small town. Teachers in my family. You seem like a teacher. You could definitely narrate a science show or replace all those robo voices on videos!
This is a very good design for a work bench base. I used one like this -- with L-section rather than T-section legs for over 15 years. The base was rock- solid. Originally, I used three layers of 3/4" MDF for the top, with oak face boards.
I recycled this bench by replacing the top with face-laminated 2x4s and gave the bench to a young man who needed one for his garage. That 3" laminated top made a big difference in the heft and utility of the bench. Wish I had done that years ago.
Great build!
I built not just one but two of those bad boys in one day. Great easy build. It has a small foot print, but yet a very functional workbench. Thanks a bunch Pocket for the plan.
I really like this design. It addresses almost all of the weak points in many of the workbenches I've seen and used. Thanks for the mention and fpr the link!
This is another channel with a surprisingly low subscriber count. Deserves a million. The details and learning here. Narration is clear and concise. Providing the logic behind actions.
It was really nice to see you branch out into the realm of computer modeling. The integration of the models into the video was really well done especially with the animation.
Thanks, Pocket. You took all of the thinking out of building a new workbench, and killed all of the excuses I had for not making one. Made one this weekend in just a few hours. Went with two layers of particle board for the top, because I'm cheap. It seems plenty stable enough for my uses. Thanks again for the plans and build video.
Great to hear it! Thanks. Hope you get many years of projects on it ;)
Great joinery design, I will use it for my wife's potting table build. Thanks
Half-an-hour of Pocket83?? Damn, aren't _we_ spoiled?
This'll be fun. :)
A) I’ve been kicking tires on different workbench designs for a while and this is one of my favourites. I’ve already bought 4x4 for my legs so I am
Committed to half-lap joints... otherwise I’d have followed this design.
B) Golden Ration. 42. You dork 😀
C) I *love* that you take the time to explain the details (the poly, the fastener arrangement, the nail-on-nail setting).
I hit ‘subscribe’ so damn hard.
Make one workbench, and another to keep it company. ;)
Every workbench needs a friend! :D
Savvas Papasavva true.., *cries*
in our world there lives a happy little workbench
this is one of the smartest workbench designs i have seen
I just built this table following your plans. I’m really happy with it!
I didn't expect to learn so much from a workbench build video. Pleasantly surprised.
If I ever find myself some more space for my shop... that's what I will build.Thanks for sharing!
I'm redesigning my workbench+tablesaw+routertable, and my design uses similar construction to what you have here. I'm also trying to do it as cheaply as possible, using 2x4 extras from various construction sites in my neighborhood. Should be fun.
Your videos are always intelligent and informative. Keep up the good work.
Best workbench design, ive watched countless bench vids this one is by far my favorite. Simple cheap and effective im going to build this
Thanks for sharing your knowledge/ideas. I just finished making a modified version of this bench. Rock solid and SUPER easy to make with this video. Keep up the great work.
Brilliantly strong and yet simple. I love this design and crisp narration.
Now I need a contractor saw. No room for a table saw in my shop. Great video Mr. Pocket!
Perfect solution for a typical garage shop. Excellent vid!!!
There’s so much good (and not so good) content on UA-cam, but, man, you’ve been nailing it for years. You’re very impressive in many ways and I’ve been enjoying the hell out of watching your stuff the last couple weeks.
Imagine if we had videos from Socrates and Galileo.
Or I suppose I could learn to read.
Excellent tutorial !!! Love the detailed instructions and motivation behind the design!!
I cannot believe that I just watched the entire video - very interessting and entertaining!
Great design awesome work
Gonna need a work table soon in my new shop and this is it I might add the bottom shelf a little higher for hand tools and such
"...then I can recommend with a straight face using this saw". But how would we ever know?
I built a small table saw bench (about 22"x26") inspired by this design about a year ago. It's very heavy duty for the application and has held up beautifully!
Yes, to your creativity, but it’s an uncommon trait. Two traits I like to use are brainstorming & a proverb (mine, I think)… “thanks for showing me what not to do”. Really enjoy your channel & no, I haven’t been able to invoke my proverb to any of your videos, yet! 🤞👊
I've found some of your ideas so inspiring that I'm finally building a home workshop after delaying it for years. Will try to post some part of the process along with my take on some of your ideas. Thanks for the videos! 🤘
Hey Pocket. Enjoyed watching this, especially the bonus little tips, like the tablesaw supports, "nail head nail set tool"tip, and nail / screw strength comparisons. Effective benches without complicated joinery :)
I actually really like the model making vs CAD. I have been making wood models lately on my CNC build, feeling a bit silly, as the CNC machine will be all about CAD. I think they can go together though, and it helps to limit screen time...
Thanks for sharing. Peace, Bongo.
Great leg design. It is easy to build, and does not put force on the fasteners when you put a load on the table.
That is a great design. I’ll be building one for my Son soon. Thanks!!
Liked for the tiny workbench, stayed for the vid. Nice job.
OMG Yasss! A video from you after such a long time!
Very cool Pocket. I'll definitely be making a couple of these! Really appreciate that you went through the process pretty concisely.
Beautiful stuff! I'm not a builder, and I thought the final table looked pretty simple, but I had no idea about how complex it is and all the things you have to consider! Especially that part about the difference between screws and nails. Keep up the great work, Pocket!
This an amazingly well thought out design. I am currently not in need of a work bench but will definitely use this design if I need one
Plz post more your video are always mathematically innovative and I love it hope you see this comment and post some new vids
King of efficiency.
I'm trying. Thanks ;)
Amazing as always.
That poor jesus fresco.
Great video Pocket. It was really informative and had a pleasant dialogue. Also, the way you still covered yourself with the slip was amazing. Putting this one on the back burner for when I need a new bench.
I'm not sure if you read comments or take suggestions. But I was binging your videos and was super inspired by a specific shot in your octohedron video. I want to do this myself but cannot afford the resin and stuff. So, you make the hedron, you make the top separately and cast the top in silicon then make a resin pour with little fish and stuff suspended in it. I think that would be neat... Like a little desk aquarium that you never need to feed.
Incredibly educational. I love this channel
I can't wait to come back and find out what you're going to do with these! Also, the design of the table does look really versatile in terms of changing it for different purposes. :D
Oh my god.. This is perfect... I'll have the top as a plywood with a hole that will sit snuggly right under the my cheap af tablesaw top layer. I'll add panels around, making it a relatively closed box with a hole for the shopvac. I might be able to reduce the amount of dust I send in the wind next time I have to make a bunch of cuts.
And it I need, it only cost 2 2x4 to replace the top frame.
This is perfect!
Incredibly interesting and helpful. Thank you so much.
Great video. That's basically how I build shop counters 96x24 with an overall height of my belly button.
Really nice bench design. Thanks for sharing.
I'm going to be using this idea in my shop I might even make a longer one for a permanent one. Thanks for the idea. Just subscribe
Pocket83! WHERE HAVE YOU GONE? COME BACK. Seriously, you made great, really fun videos. You've got a very good channel going here. I'd love to see you active once again.
Well I’m going to make this bench I really like the design thanks for sharing
Ahhh!!! Missed you!! and what an awesome project! Getting ideas for my own bench
Hehe nice Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy reference. Also, very nice build.
So many awesome tips in one video, as always!!
Thank you for sharing! I just might use this design myself.
very nice
I subscribed because your a trip. I like what you do.
That painting restoration is interesting
Looks really nice
Thank you.
I love the design and plan to replace my workbench with a pair of these. Have you considered mounting the bottom shelve upside-down? So the bottom is more like a tool well.
Lovely Video! Enjoying your diagrams.
Oh thank god you're back. I've been watching that pocket83² guy instead, he's good, but not quite as good as you. Also I'm planning on a bench build before the year is out, I really like your leg design, I'm glad I could learn from you.
This dude built a tiny workbench to talk about a big work bench. Here... take my like.
Yes, the enigmatic creator returns.
Good work. The bench looks really well. Great video
Pocket, how did you know I've been watching all these videos on how to build workbenches lately??
Because I'm an entertainment bot that's been generated by UA-cam! This content has been a response to your viewing habits. That's why you never see my face.
No wonder I like all your videos.
It shows that you don't have to spend that much on a pretty good work bench if you are the occasional garage wood hobbiest/"worker". Great job/mind as always. Do you have patreon? I remember you were contemplating getting one???
Very nice job I even liked the model. You could even make a model of the whole workshop and try different designs to help work flow or change it if or when you get new tools. Enjoyed your talent and video, so I subscribed. Thanks for sharing, Rodney
Really good looking and simple work bench. Now I just have to find a tape measure that has your old fashioned inches on. Also find someone who will clear all the crap out of my garage.
Meant to smoke the pipe and watch this.
Ended up 26 minutes in before realizing I hadn't touched my pipe.
You win again, Pocket83.
Cool! Nice one, still want the one with the tablesaw :P
love the channel and love your work attics
2 things:
1- Am I the only one who got an engineering orgasm from 3:08 to 3:46 ? I mean, the simplicity and the beaut f the trick to solve a seemingly complex problem just gave goose bumps
2- Who else played the video several time around 7:35 hoping to get a sneak peek at Pocket?
Informative and interesting. Thank you .
Thank you Pocket!
well designed and well build my friend :) ....aaaaand well explained
Fantastic sir thanks
@6:55 I spent a good half hour trying to figure out how you were going to get three 17-5/8" x 39" pieces after cutting two 30" x 48" workbench tops from a 48" x 96" piece of particle board because after accounting for the 1/8" kerf you'd be left with a 48" by 35-3/4" piece but I finally figured it out. Your secret is safe with me.
If pocket comes back here from pocket 2 I'll give him free 3 course dinners at any one of my restaurants for life.
I'm 14 you inspire me alot post again soon
HHGTTG fan I see. Somehow I’m not surprised. I’ve read each one at least twice.
Hey pocket83, I have come to love your channel for quite some time now. When I saw this video six months ago I knew that I wanted to build a workbench just like the one you made. I tried your wooden knot project and completely ruined a chunk of Purple Heart, but when I saw the simplicity of this design I knew it was something for me. This project was the first time I was able to get some experience using my father’s power tools. Here is what it looked like in the end imgur.com/gallery/D1YO26I . I just want to say keep up the great work that you do on both of your channels and thank you for making mathematical concepts easy to understand in woodworking applications.
Gotta plug Polycrylic, which has lower VOC to breathe, and also gets hard as a rock when it sets up. I used it on my kitchen cabinet shelves which take a beating from dishes and not a mark...
You didn't mention ventilation, and in those cases where I did use Polyurethane, I found using a plywood cutting table with wheels on one end let me lift the other, roll it out into the driveway, and apply Polyurethane out in the fresh calm air, then roll it back into the garage to dry when I'm nowhere around...
26:09 I literally laughed out loud. Trying to keep it low-key here at work!
subscription earned!
Been watching your videos for a while now and I’ve finally figured out what you remind of, Baz Lurhmann, wear sunscreen! Not a criticism, just an observation. Keep up the good work.
I love this
This is awesome. I wonder how well they would work with casters on the bottom? I have an oil change pit in the middle stall of my garage, and I'm thinking three of these would cover it when it isn't in use to give me more work space.
I finally remembered who you remind me of, Dale Gribble from King of the Hill.
That's a new one.
7:33, I did admittedly get a laugh at your expense
Great tutorial. Thanks.
3/10 Not enough golf balls
Jk pocket you've really spoiled us here. Keep it coming (;
Great video. Guessing the new workbenches are for the new place as it has more space? 20:05 I kinda like that sound
Awesome !
26:13 Ecce homo greets you from Spain!