I’m a journeyman Carpenter for 26 years and have only recently started getting into and studying Japanese joinery. Thank you for sharing this wonderful project.
I've done stairs of all kind for a very long time, you are doing a very nice job, I got to say I am impressed; I've watched almost all your presentations on you tube, it is obvious, by no fault of yours due to your age, you are yet to mature based on some of your comments toward your fellow woodworkers, just like your comment above; take it from some of us that was doing this before you were born, YOU DIDN'T INVENT THE WALKING, THE WALKINT WAS THERE BEFORE YOU AND WILL BE THERE AFTER YOU ARE GONE, therefor all of us has something to learn from each other, as I humbly, am learning from you some stuff; I like what you are doing workwise, hope you learn to respect others and their work, some of the people's crappy work that you have to fix after, makes you better at what you are doing; I like your clean line work (tight joints, etc) that's what this is all about; keep up the good work; unlike some of these scrubbed shops shows that one only see the impeccable expensive tools and not one particle of dust on them, you proved to me that you are producing beautiful work and your focus is not being cleanfreak individual; if you don't like my comment, I am not gonna apologize for it, one day, when you get to my age, will understand what I meant, only problem, I might not be around for you to thank me, lol. Daniel
Amazing craftsmanship on these stairs. Simply beautiful. Also, this was the perfect content video; very little talking, nice music, good editing from beginning to end with a great product to showcase. Great job dude!
It's not surprising that those stairs look the way they do, every time I watch one of your videos your work is excellent and your ideas mind blowing. I haven't seen such creativity since 40 years ago when my grandfather had his own shop and I helped him after school. It makes me feel good inside that there are great people like you doing the kind of work that will inspire future generations of wood artists. Thank you for your videos, keep up the good work.
Now if only there were more clients wanting to have this sort of craftsmanship! I find our artistry can only truly be explored for personal projects because like fine art it is expensive.
Passion for Woodworking yeah there will be some goofball comparing the price for the stairs just built to some pressure treated garbage and then wonder why the timber frame stairs cost more and want you to match the other guys price.
Sadly, most clients don't understand anything about process, and just want what they saw somewhere in a book, or magazine or the 'net. It cost how much???? I was just asked to repair a very very expensive piece, which, is quite factually, unrepairable. Total rebuild will be almost double. Why oh why didn't they just do it right to begin with....
It's not that my clients don't appreciate the process it's just unaffordable for most people. It must have been amazing to have been a craftsman during the economic peaks of the world.
Back in the day, the only money was in the hands of the government and the church. That is why they both built monumental structures--they could afford to employ craftsmen of the highest caliber to carve the stone, paint the ceiling etc.
Thank YOU! I have done some of this. Put a 3 story on a 2 level bungalo with my dad and brother. In 18 days, we broke the roof out and had the 3 rd floor walled, wrapped and roofed. Over the 44 yrs since, I admit I see and appreciate the art. I am a lapidary. Cheers
I've been a custom stair builder for over 3 decades now. I was trained by a 3d generation stairbuilder..You did a pretty good job kiddo. Lol.. I should have been making videos of my stairs. I was smart enough to take pictures. With over 7 photo albums full I take them to clients, I usually have a pic. Of something similar to what they want.. picture worth a 1,000 words. It's been a rewarding trade. Keep up the good work!!
It’s super refreshing to find a real craftsman who really knows what they are doing with joinery. Keep up the videos, I’ll definitely check out the school.
Remember when you almost gave up on doing the UA-cam thing? Aren’t you glad you pushed through? Makes a great audience launchpad for your woodworking school. Keep it up.
Of the hundred or so videos I've watched on this channel, at the start of this one, I thought to myself, I'd really like Mr Dyslexic to create an online class where you can learn woodworking techniques. These coincidences are eerie.
jhounsome no doubt J . he can be very funny at times ! But I think he would do much better , if he focus on he’s real skills, like wood working the dude is a master ! Comedy , is getting to be a 5th grade comedy. Don’t get me wrong this is a constructive comment. I love he’s skills.
HEY Samurai! As someone who comes from a long line of carpenters and master craftsmen, my hats off to you sir! You fo FANTASTIC work. very admirable. If you haven't already may I suggest you read up on the Loretto Chapel staircase in Santa Fe, NM. its a phenomenal piece of craftsmanship
Wanted to let you know I am excited about the idea of a school...One of the things that draws me in appreciation to teaching sites on UA-cam is the opportunity to learn something and/or be deeply motivated to take on something new...I think this direction can be very positive for your new efforts...No doubts about your skills and creativity...the ability to mentor and pass this on is another skill set...I wish you all the best...old man...new maker....
I've always loved things built purely with wood joinery. No glue, no nails, just skill. Some day when I have my own workshop I'm planning on building all my furniture with tusked tenons. Solid as a rock when assembled and can be taken apart super easily with no tools. Gorgeous job with those stairs, I love them.
Great video. Love your workshop. The treads protruding through the stringers and wedged are a feature you either love or hate. Personally given the thickness of the stringers used there would be plenty of room to trench them out to a greater depth to hold the treads firmly without the need to wedge on the outside of the staircase. :) I do appreciate some people would actually like the wedges.
Hey! I love your work as well as your personality as not only a great carpenter but also you’re seemingly great guy and that’s the image carpentry needs more and more. I grew up doing construction and carpentry and have done it off and on my whole 49 years Toxic male egos can run rampant and thank you for not being that! Also there’s a book called” a temple in this house” It’s like 5$ typically on eBay and if you haven’t read it yet I promise it will add to your already sacred approach to working with wood!!!
Very difficult what you done there. Clean lines, excellent joinery and proportions. Making it beautiful with just the proportions to play with and clean joints is the classy way to go.
you're my favorite wood worker on UA-cam. Once again you have delivered excellence. Thank you. I would pay to learn from you. Great idea to have the online class.
@@patchedupdemon7104 Paul Sellers teaches woodworking online, in classes and in books. On his UA-cam channel, you will find woodworking videos and instruction. Paul Sellers' channel is where he shares his woodworking experience. The woodworking videos what you can do with wood and help you to achieve better results.
I have watched this video like 20 times..... I just can stop to think how amazing would be to build such an amazing piece of art at my house in Costa Rica, (In Costa Rica people who has resources and a good income, have lame houses because they don't care about making the effort to build something beautiful) only a real master in craftsmanship like Samurai is able to build and have something that caliber
Baller stairs Samurai. Totally respect the decision to put the greater details into the school website. It’s a lot of work to produce all of that content, templates and knowledge. As the good book says: The Workman is worthy of his hire. In this internet age we take access to knowledge somewhat for granted. In the days of yesteryear you would have had to become an apprentice or join a guild to learn such secrets. May the Lord bless you and your growing school of woodworkers. Perhaps form a guild...
Well, the title does say no NAILS, technically it's true, he didnt use any nails. Never says anything about screws tho, but I feel you Filthy Ricky, it is somewhat misleading, but not that big a deal in my book
I hate them; I don't understand why the stringer flush/plumb cuts at the bottom of the upper set doesnt look like the bottom of the lower set. Also; this is probably not your fault (designer/architect I assume); but I hate the fact that the landing floor system and railing hasn't been intergrated into the design...your work typically speaks for itself, but I honestly wouldn't of included the end result in this video cause it's a disappointing af.
Good job man! I am a jointer myself and I really like looking at good workmanship! The web is so clogged up with DIY and home tips that people forgets what is a true carpenter! You proved you are well equipped one!!
I cannot believe you have 6 "thumbs down" on these beautiful stairs...they are truly a work of art. Keep it up man, I love these videos and am excited to hear about the tutorials you are starting!
Absolutely incredible, dude your my idol. I've been a carpenter for about 10 years and a lot of my inspiration comes from you. And in all honesty I kind of like the look of the wedges sticking past the tenon's. I think it kind of fits your style. Just my opinion. Keep it up man
Absolutely beautiful. I really admire the extra efforts involved in builing anything with joinery rather than screws or nail or bolts etc.... I wish I could find more furniture builds to watch that do not use nails, screws etc...to fasten the items together. Great stuff. Thank you Sir for the video.
Very impressive when you fine tune with a chisel. You apparently mastered taking just enough. You’re a blast to watch. You make me wish I was younger, so I could still use my tools instead of giving them away. Also, love your shop! Impressive aray
I so love the fact you are going to do a school of wood working and yes i so love the new timber stairs you just built love to do them for my home hear in Australia love the workmanship you put in to them so well done mate
Would love to see what the back porch looks like today. Like an update video, how it held up, what you would change/done differently, or kept the same.
Did something similar for the Thomas Eakins house in Philadelphia. Except they wanted smooth stringer so it was lag bolts with wood plugs. Union work to boot. Wish I could line up with someone who does this stuff all the time. Very fulfilling.
How can I say this without using ugly words??? You are a god! The most skillful woodworker on youtube, with ease! Such an eye for details, awesome! If I become a millionare I WILL hire you to work with/for me in Sweden ;)
That was one of your best videos yet. For reasons only to me or maybe some others it was visually informative, just enuf of your personality lol and an end product that looks amazing. I sure miss those island winters, I now live in Saskatchewan. But spring is on its way. Nice work. Keep it up
there is nothing more beautiful than watching a great craftsman at work and how things connect so beautifully together.
When I watch your videos I'm never quite sure which is more impressive, your skill or your creativity.
Now I want to see him build stairs using ONLY nails!
This is just so many levels above where I am. Just nice to see skilled people.
Elegance and simplicity. Beautiful work. I didn’t want the video to end.
I’m a journeyman Carpenter for 26 years and have only recently started getting into and studying Japanese joinery. Thank you for sharing this wonderful project.
Absolutely beautiful, you are incredibly talented and it is clear that your hardwork has paid off!!
I've done stairs of all kind for a very long time, you are doing a very nice job, I got to say I am impressed; I've watched almost all your presentations on you tube, it is obvious, by no fault of yours due to your age, you are yet to mature based on some of your comments toward your fellow woodworkers, just like your comment above; take it from some of us that was doing this before you were born, YOU DIDN'T INVENT THE WALKING, THE WALKINT WAS THERE BEFORE YOU AND WILL BE THERE AFTER YOU ARE GONE, therefor all of us has something to learn from each other, as I humbly, am learning from you some stuff; I like what you are doing workwise, hope you learn to respect others and their work, some of the people's crappy work that you have to fix after, makes you better at what you are doing; I like your clean line work (tight joints, etc) that's what this is all about; keep up the good work; unlike some of these scrubbed shops shows that one only see the impeccable expensive tools and not one particle of dust on them, you proved to me that you are producing beautiful work and your focus is not being cleanfreak individual; if you don't like my comment, I am not gonna apologize for it, one day, when you get to my age, will understand what I meant, only problem, I might not be around for you to thank me, lol. Daniel
Amazing craftsmanship on these stairs. Simply beautiful. Also, this was the perfect content video; very little talking, nice music, good editing from beginning to end with a great product to showcase. Great job dude!
It's not surprising that those stairs look the way they do, every time I watch one of your videos your work is excellent and your ideas mind blowing. I haven't seen such creativity since 40 years ago when my grandfather had his own shop and I helped him after school. It makes me feel good inside that there are great people like you doing the kind of work that will inspire future generations of wood artists. Thank you for your videos, keep up the good work.
Now if only there were more clients wanting to have this sort of craftsmanship! I find our artistry can only truly be explored for personal projects because like fine art it is expensive.
Passion for Woodworking yeah there will be some goofball comparing the price for the stairs just built to some pressure treated garbage and then wonder why the timber frame stairs cost more and want you to match the other guys price.
Sadly, most clients don't understand anything about process, and just want what they saw somewhere in a book, or magazine or the 'net. It cost how much???? I was just asked to repair a very very expensive piece, which, is quite factually, unrepairable. Total rebuild will be almost double. Why oh why didn't they just do it right to begin with....
It's not that my clients don't appreciate the process it's just unaffordable for most people. It must have been amazing to have been a craftsman during the economic peaks of the world.
Back in the day, the only money was in the hands of the government and the church. That is why they both built monumental structures--they could afford to employ craftsmen of the highest caliber to carve the stone, paint the ceiling etc.
If you weren't one of those fortunate craftsmen, you did not benefit much.
Thank YOU! I have done some of this. Put a 3 story on a 2 level bungalo with my dad and brother. In 18 days, we broke the roof out and had the 3 rd floor walled, wrapped and roofed. Over the 44 yrs since, I admit I see and appreciate the art. I am a lapidary. Cheers
Your work never ceases to amaze me! Hell of a job man, keep the quality content coming please.
I've been a custom stair builder for over 3 decades now. I was trained by a 3d generation stairbuilder..You did a pretty good job kiddo. Lol.. I should have been making videos of my stairs. I was smart enough to take pictures. With over 7 photo albums full I take them to clients, I usually have a pic. Of something similar to what they want.. picture worth a 1,000 words. It's been a rewarding trade. Keep up the good work!!
That was so dam fantastic. I hope your getting everything you want out of life. Thank you for the inspiration.
It’s super refreshing to find a real craftsman who really knows what they are doing with joinery. Keep up the videos, I’ll definitely check out the school.
Remember when you almost gave up on doing the UA-cam thing? Aren’t you glad you pushed through? Makes a great audience launchpad for your woodworking school. Keep it up.
Of the hundred or so videos I've watched on this channel, at the start of this one, I thought to myself, I'd really like Mr Dyslexic to create an online class where you can learn woodworking techniques. These coincidences are eerie.
Love the look and the “old school” of no fasteners. It’s an art that is not used as much anymore.
From one Carpenter to another, you Sir are a Master.
The stairs are amazing! Hope your planning on living in that house for the rest of your life with all the work you have put into it.
You really don’t mess around when it comes to detail.. true talent
I like this new approach to your videos , to the point beautifully done and no clowning around . Good luck with your school I’ll check it out . Thanks
Philipe Do Carmo. He won't stop clowning around. It is a part of his personality and that is another reason why people enjoy his videos. 😊
Agreed jhounsome
Philipe Do Carmo Hopefully he will keep this approach. He is a excellent woodworker but sometimes is just difficult to listen to his jokes.
Rtizoni no doubt. I love to hate the guy . He’s skills are Off the hook , but lately I can hardly get through hes vids .
jhounsome no doubt J . he can be very funny at times ! But I think he would do much better , if he focus on he’s real skills, like wood working the dude is a master ! Comedy , is getting to be a 5th grade comedy. Don’t get me wrong this is a constructive comment. I love he’s skills.
Dude I have been watching your videos for quite some time. I have come to the conclusion that you are best woodworker on UA-cam. No bull-dust.
First! The way that wood goes together, it’s as if it’s made of clay. Beautiful work!
HEY Samurai! As someone who comes from a long line of carpenters and master craftsmen, my hats off to you sir! You fo FANTASTIC work. very admirable. If you haven't already may I suggest you read up on the Loretto Chapel staircase in Santa Fe, NM. its a phenomenal piece of craftsmanship
Nailed it!! ☺
Paul Avesaath . Wedged it!!!!
Scott M dewd can't you spot a joke when see one..?
He's a leftist you can tell because he doesn't understand jokes anymore
Ahaa! I see what you did there!
No nails !!
Wanted to let you know I am excited about the idea of a school...One of the things that draws me in appreciation to teaching sites on UA-cam is the opportunity to learn something and/or be deeply motivated to take on something new...I think this direction can be very positive for your new efforts...No doubts about your skills and creativity...the ability to mentor and pass this on is another skill set...I wish you all the best...old man...new maker....
Those stairs . . . Those stairs, are what I would picture my stairway to heaven looking like.
How can you not like them, You're an AWESOM carpenter/wood worker.
Simple and stunning. Beautiful work sir.
I love this stair design! The joinery and beefiness of these stairs really sets them off.
Beautiful stairs, thank you for sharing your amazing video. Love your music
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@Lucas Here are some great woodworking plans if you're interested: HootWood. com
I've always loved things built purely with wood joinery. No glue, no nails, just skill. Some day when I have my own workshop I'm planning on building all my furniture with tusked tenons. Solid as a rock when assembled and can be taken apart super easily with no tools.
Gorgeous job with those stairs, I love them.
Very nice work love that style of woodworking just joint
Great video. Love your workshop. The treads protruding through the stringers and wedged are a feature you either love or hate. Personally given the thickness of the stringers used there would be plenty of room to trench them out to a greater depth to hold the treads firmly without the need to wedge on the outside of the staircase. :) I do appreciate some people would actually like the wedges.
0:50 finally I see something in your shop that I have too!
That would be a brute trash can.
Hey!
I love your work as well as your personality as not only a great carpenter but also you’re seemingly great guy and that’s the image carpentry needs more and more.
I grew up doing construction and carpentry and have done it off and on my whole 49 years
Toxic male egos can run rampant and thank you for not being that!
Also there’s a book called” a temple in this house”
It’s like 5$ typically on eBay and if you haven’t read it yet I promise it will add to your already sacred approach to working with wood!!!
Beautiful as usual. Well done sir.
Very difficult what you done there. Clean lines, excellent joinery and proportions. Making it beautiful with just the proportions to play with and clean joints is the classy way to go.
Will the wedges get driven out over time by the wood expanding and contracting?
Beautiful craftsmanship. I also agree about no nails, no glue, no screws...yep.. Best way to build anything with good wood.
That router is tight and that mallet is dope
This project is fire and woodworking is lit
Yes and the thicknesser is off the hezzy my nezzy
@@BigSnapper whahahahahaha
Those gorgeous stairs elevate my admiration of your skills.
Just amazing, as usual! I hope you're not going to let people walk up and down those beauties, at least not with shoes on.
That's just stupid, what is the point of having stairs then. You mind as well shrink wrap and encase it in glass
💓
@@j.c.4192 I'm thinking it may have been a joke.
Nice Music, awesome work as ever! Greetings from Brazil!
I now, after all these years of watching your craft, feel totally inept at wood craft.
you're my favorite wood worker on UA-cam. Once again you have delivered excellence. Thank you. I would pay to learn from you. Great idea to have the online class.
"Do you even like 'em?" How could we not?
So glad to see you working at the new home. Wonderful staircase design and execution. As always beautiful video.
What song is that? I really like your choice of music for your videos.
Opus by Eric Prydz
Nope
Really ? I think something with a Japanese twist would be more suited to the Samurai style . :)
A professional with a great work ethic mixed with integrity. No substitution.
damn... i love ur workshop
Love the stairs , you are one patient dude, crazy skills 👍
Paul Seller could build it with nails and no wood!!
David Graham nice 👍
what does that even mean
And no joints
patchedupdemon I second this question
@@patchedupdemon7104 Paul Sellers teaches woodworking online, in classes and in books. On his UA-cam channel, you will find woodworking videos and instruction. Paul Sellers' channel is where he shares his woodworking experience. The woodworking videos what you can do with wood and help you to achieve better results.
I have watched this video like 20 times..... I just can stop to think how amazing would be to build such an amazing piece of art at my house in Costa Rica, (In Costa Rica people who has resources and a good income, have lame houses because they don't care about making the effort to build something beautiful) only a real master in craftsmanship like Samurai is able to build and have something that caliber
why not linseed/tung/danish oil the wedges first? Wish i had a workshop to even make something like these possible myself. One Step Beyounnnnnddddd :)
oils wouldn't of changed that to much, i was thinking more for the weathering that's all
Zamfirache
You're living my dream not gonna lie. Beautiful work.
Broseff, for the love of god can you specify the wood species you are using.
Johnson Au
Western Red Cedar
Baller stairs Samurai. Totally respect the decision to put the greater details into the school website. It’s a lot of work to produce all of that content, templates and knowledge. As the good book says: The Workman is worthy of his hire.
In this internet age we take access to knowledge somewhat for granted. In the days of yesteryear you would have had to become an apprentice or join a guild to learn such secrets. May the Lord bless you and your growing school of woodworkers. Perhaps form a guild...
I commented and liked as you asked Mr Samurai.
Good boy
Looking good bro. Whitout nailing is killing it. Old school methods are the thoughest
I prefer to build with Woodglut plans.
You are by far the Best Carpenter I have ever seen. All your project always aesthetically pleasing & functional. Love the stairs.
Did he not use a screw to attach it to the house.....
Brian No screws, all traditional joinery!! (Except for the critical parts)
Well, the title does say no NAILS, technically it's true, he didnt use any nails. Never says anything about screws tho, but I feel you Filthy Ricky, it is somewhat misleading, but not that big a deal in my book
How is it misleading? He built the stairs with no mechanical fixings. Said nothing about installing the stairs
Can’t wait for the website. Your attention to detail is phenomenal. Great stuff.
I hate them; I don't understand why the stringer flush/plumb cuts at the bottom of the upper set doesnt look like the bottom of the lower set. Also; this is probably not your fault (designer/architect I assume); but I hate the fact that the landing floor system and railing hasn't been intergrated into the design...your work typically speaks for itself, but I honestly wouldn't of included the end result in this video cause it's a disappointing af.
Those steps are the definition of awesomeness
Good job man!
I am a jointer myself and I really like looking at good workmanship!
The web is so clogged up with DIY and home tips that people forgets what is a true carpenter!
You proved you are well equipped one!!
Great work...These stairs are a masterpiece ... congratulations from Romania
👏 Standing ovation Strong man !!! Your skills are magical. It was odd to not see a nail gun... I see why you’re the Samurai 🤔❤️
Not a project many people could complete successfully in my opinion. Real good skills does this samurai have.
Samurai Carpenter is da man baby!!!!!! Love your style and work kid.
I cannot believe you have 6 "thumbs down" on these beautiful stairs...they are truly a work of art. Keep it up man, I love these videos and am excited to hear about the tutorials you are starting!
Excellent channel ....I'm still learning as a Carpenter's helper....thanks for the shared lessons
Greetings from a fellow woodhead in Denmark. The stairs are beautiful and well designed.
¡Impresionante ejecución y resultado!
Desde España, ¡gracias por mostrarnos tu trabajo!
Absolutely incredible, dude your my idol. I've been a carpenter for about 10 years and a lot of my inspiration comes from you. And in all honesty I kind of like the look of the wedges sticking past the tenon's. I think it kind of fits your style. Just my opinion. Keep it up man
Absolutely beautiful. I really admire the extra efforts involved in builing anything with joinery rather than screws or nail or bolts etc.... I wish I could find more furniture builds to watch that do not use nails, screws etc...to fasten the items together. Great stuff. Thank you Sir for the video.
I'm loving the stairs!! They are really in your own samurai style!! 😁👍
Very impressive when you fine tune with a chisel. You apparently mastered taking just enough. You’re a blast to watch. You make me wish I was younger, so I could still use my tools instead of giving them away. Also, love your shop! Impressive aray
Impressive collection of tools. Envious!
Love the stairs. Love the care you take with even minor aspects of your projects. Samurai In!!
I’m a Finish Carpenter but you are AWESOME 👏!!!! God bless you with a beautiful family!!!! From Hawaii Aloha 🌈☀️👍🏼
I so love the fact you are going to do a school of wood working and yes i so love the new timber stairs you just built love to do them for my home hear in Australia love the workmanship you put in to them so well done mate
Love your work. The joinery is just superb coupled with the contrast against the ceder with maple wedges. Just lush.
Thee stairs a amazing. Great design, great craftsmanship and great finished product.
Would love to see what the back porch looks like today. Like an update video, how it held up, what you would change/done differently, or kept the same.
👍👍👍
You got a great idea on that router modification. No more tilt!
Awesome stairs. That is what I am looking to build for 2 sets of stairs with about 9 to 9.5 feet long. This video is almost priceless for me . Thanyou
I love this type of joinery. You are such a good craftsman.
This is why i watch your channel bud. Beautiful, talented
Beautifully done samurai. Just brilliant.
Did something similar for the Thomas Eakins house in Philadelphia. Except they wanted smooth stringer so it was lag bolts with wood plugs. Union work to boot. Wish I could line up with someone who does this stuff all the time. Very fulfilling.
How can I say this without using ugly words??? You are a god! The most skillful woodworker on youtube, with ease! Such an eye for details, awesome! If I become a millionare I WILL hire you to work with/for me in Sweden ;)
Bella ...todo naturaleza. Me encantó ...la necesito además. Ojalá pueda hacerla. Saludos y la mejor energía.
One step away from greatness...well done.
Uh hell yeah that's some killer craftsmanship! They look great too!
God has given you an incredible talent with wood working!!! Just beautifully designed stairs!
I very much like the stairs! I absolutely love wood working, I also hate nails. I like joinery work the most. Excellent work.
That was one of your best videos yet. For reasons only to me or maybe some others it was visually informative, just enuf of your personality lol and an end product that looks amazing. I sure miss those island winters, I now live in Saskatchewan. But spring is on its way. Nice work. Keep it up