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  • @Bourbonmoth
    @Bourbonmoth  2 роки тому +7

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    • @TheAMGReviewers
      @TheAMGReviewers Рік тому +1

      I had a telegram bot trying to scam me saying I won something from you lol. Repoted of course but thought I'd mention.
      Mimicry is the highest form of flattery, so they say

    • @Zephirot080
      @Zephirot080 Рік тому +4

      Where's the link to the new channel you mentioned?

    • @paulnix8443
      @paulnix8443 Рік тому

      I got hit by the telegram bot too, UA-cam really needs to deal with these jokers.
      It's not even a clever scam, the same type of bot tried to contact me a week ago on the "look mum no computer" channel.

    • @DocRyder
      @DocRyder Рік тому

      @@Zephirot080 It's in the cards in the upper right corner of the video.

    • @briancollins7296
      @briancollins7296 Рік тому

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  • @djBurgers
    @djBurgers 2 роки тому +305

    The fact that you went through all that effort to bring sawhorses and wood into a river for a 3 second clip 😂😂

    • @brandonsmithey3009
      @brandonsmithey3009 2 роки тому +9

      I pulled up the comments just to say the exact same thing! It's the little things!

    • @bwhite220
      @bwhite220 2 роки тому +12

      Guys, go watch his first boat build series from a few years ago - pretty sure that was a clip from that series. Haha

    • @R0gue6729
      @R0gue6729 2 роки тому +5

      A testament to his commitment to good milling.

    • @AfterBurn65
      @AfterBurn65 Рік тому +4

      It makes a difference , glad to see it actually

    • @devonwainstein9188
      @devonwainstein9188 Рік тому +2

      Yup remember he's acting and content creating...not woodworking

  • @NolstonWoodworks
    @NolstonWoodworks 2 роки тому +41

    I asked for this last week, so in my head you did this for me. Also, in my head, this is justification for me to buy another tool. Sooo.. in my head, my wife won’t be mad at me.
    Thanks. 🤙🏼

    • @tektrixter
      @tektrixter 2 роки тому +10

      Make something for your wife and give it to her. Let her know you had to buy the tool to be able to make it for her. Worked for me :)

    • @Technwood
      @Technwood 2 роки тому +4

      @@tektrixter Sage advice

    • @mwoody4560
      @mwoody4560 2 роки тому +2

      So I find something my wife wants. Then I go find one and show her how much it costs and the quality. Then I mention I could make her that and with better quality. Get her committed. then explain you may need to buy a few special tools you’ll need. Always works for me.

    • @Bigdog1787
      @Bigdog1787 2 роки тому

      @@mwoody4560 then tell her it cost more to make because of the tools you purchased.🤭 Make sure you forget the part that you can use the tools for other projects.

    • @cristitib7364
      @cristitib7364 Рік тому +1

      @@tektrixter Exactly! I bought my planer when I built a keepsake box for my wife. Now she wants a blanket chest - I think I can start shopping for a jointer.

  • @bradliston2836
    @bradliston2836 Рік тому +1

    It’s really cool that Danny DeVito is always hanging out at the shop. He’s probably so fun to hang out with.

  • @carlolami2930
    @carlolami2930 Рік тому +310

    Awesome book that gives you step-by-step photos ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxTNB_zFBSnTo_O1PqfVUwgi7ityw0JlKt and directions to make every day project. I can see myself making a few of these projects and giving them as housewarming and holiday gifts!

  • @natazer
    @natazer 2 роки тому +18

    As a non woodworker who watches woodworking videos, I really appreciate this content.

    • @WyattWinters
      @WyattWinters 2 роки тому +1

      It is deeply satisfying

    • @angelika77st
      @angelika77st 10 місяців тому +1

      Maybe it is time to jump in.😂 Just go for it. It feels good.

  • @wfps488
    @wfps488 Рік тому +5

    For anyone who goes to the comments before watching the video to see if it’s worth watching. This is the video you want to watch. Well done, thank you for the help and entertainment.

    • @sekainiheiwa3650
      @sekainiheiwa3650 7 місяців тому

      As a very beginner I found 1 tip with table saw that I didn’t figure by myself . Video ok but it’s at the dumbwood level . I expected some pro fancy tips or maybe they do not exist . Anyway thank you for table saw tip

  • @petermyers2189
    @petermyers2189 Рік тому +1

    Had to rewind a couple of times - caught myself just staring at Danny DeVito. Hypnotic

  • @onsightclimber91
    @onsightclimber91 Рік тому +3

    Ive had no one to help me, train me or anything. This is the best example I've seen on milling. Thank you SOO much!

  • @1834RestorationHouse
    @1834RestorationHouse 10 місяців тому

    That was by far, the best explanation of the milling process I've ever watched. Thanks!

  • @johnnichols8553
    @johnnichols8553 11 місяців тому

    That spit flying at 14:40 was epic. And that's why we wear safety glasses.

  • @csimet
    @csimet 2 роки тому +46

    Nice overview!
    I'll add to what you said at 7:00... cutting up the pieces to the general length before you mill... it also reduces the amount you need to mill. A bow/twist/cup is easier to fix in a short piece vs. a long piece and takes far less removal of material, leaving more for use after.

    • @Mongrel85
      @Mongrel85 Рік тому +2

      I do the width also - less to remove when you cut it up then reglue and it’s more stable particularly if you flip the pieces

    • @davidlove1887
      @davidlove1887 Рік тому +3

      And make sure your shortest piece can go through your thicknesser and still contact the hold-down rollers!

    • @srwapo
      @srwapo Рік тому +1

      @@davidlove1887 and lose ALL wonderment and excitement when using tools that can cut off a finger?

  • @JordanFritzsche
    @JordanFritzsche Рік тому +7

    6:32 Hilarious! Thank you for taking the time for this cut scene, it was fantastic! And it does illustrate a really great point about where the wood potentially came from.

    • @abad_gtr1123
      @abad_gtr1123 Рік тому

      was going to make the same comment.....was a hilarious touch

  • @SuburbanRedneckGarage
    @SuburbanRedneckGarage 11 місяців тому +1

    I just took over the woodshop at my school, and this video has helped me immensly. I consider myself a "rough" carpenter in that the stuff I make works, but it doesn't look good. This video is going to make me better at my new craft, on my journey.
    Thank you.

  • @musharioh
    @musharioh Рік тому

    Sawhorse on a river! The production value on these videos are underated

  • @MegaZekk
    @MegaZekk Рік тому

    Look brother, your content is simply A5 - you keep that up. Unless you want to stop and have both a bourbon AND a beer with this Canadian fan.
    Love you stuff, bud!

  • @Benoit83B
    @Benoit83B Рік тому

    Danny DeVito "hiding" behide the Total Boat containers at the Beginning is Priceless!
    Niiiiiiiiceee one!!!!!

  • @Mrphix
    @Mrphix Рік тому +3

    This man was incredibly helpful Thank you ! Simple and thorough explanation priceless

  • @МУЅТ
    @МУЅТ Рік тому +15

    Wanted to say an honest 10/10 on the visual guide of running the piece through joiner given I have no experience I have been curious about how it works on uneven pieces like you showed. But not just demonstrating you nailed the actual content along side the with the editing. Just wanted to make sure I vocalized some appreciation to your work. Especially in the little details

  • @MrKkozicki
    @MrKkozicki Рік тому +1

    Haha, thats my dog at 10:40. I took that photo.

  • @jasonhanna5230
    @jasonhanna5230 Рік тому +1

    This is one of the best wood working videos I’ve ever seen. The thoroughness you used, and the time to go through and explain the why’s to each step, was amazing. I’ve been a follower on multiple platforms for a while but this video was awesome.

  • @SawmillJourneys
    @SawmillJourneys 4 місяці тому

    Outstanding! I love seeing the transformation from logs to lumber. The precision in handling those logs is unmatched. I learned something new today about sawmilling. Looking forward to more content like this. Please keep sharing these awesome videos!

  • @nicmc3077
    @nicmc3077 Рік тому

    At 7 seconds into this I subscribed.....that intro was awesome.

  • @lisacruz5185
    @lisacruz5185 Рік тому +7

    🎉🎉🎉 yay more videos !!!!! You are the reason I’m obsessed with woodworking!!! You make it look sooo easy and being I’m only 4’11 and a half some things are already a challenge but I’m a woman who loves a good challenge so I offen find myself trying to make the same huge projects lol and like I said you make it look a lot easier than it is hahahaha but I look. Forward to the new channel thanks for being awesome!!!

  • @xiggywiggs
    @xiggywiggs 2 роки тому

    @ 20:44 : "Important safety tip, thanks Egon" :D

  • @matthewwalpole2649
    @matthewwalpole2649 Рік тому

    Easily the best channel on UA-cam

  • @mutantginger
    @mutantginger 2 роки тому

    Upvoted purely for the shot of you sawing in a river. The effort for that 2 seconds of b roll...brilliant

  • @stephennadworny8401
    @stephennadworny8401 Рік тому +2

    Good episode. I enjoy the the personal touch you give to your content. You have a great sense of humor. Keep it up!

  • @alexlawlor227
    @alexlawlor227 2 роки тому

    Hey Jason, my name is Alex. I just wanted to thank you for your videos. You have given me the confidence to move from rough construction to furniture and cabinetry

  • @jklubnik
    @jklubnik Рік тому +1

    First thing I see is Danny Devito peeking around the corner, then you crashing into the pile of cups. You certainly bring the entertainment

  • @raffaelesala992
    @raffaelesala992 2 роки тому +1

    Zip, zup, zap..badabin, badabum 😯fantastic explanation of an operation, only apparently trivial, but absolutely FUNDAMENTAL. It's always great to follow you in your videos; useful and.... hilarious!! 😀❤️

  • @erikhutchinson8038
    @erikhutchinson8038 2 роки тому +3

    One piece of advice I would add would be to use chalk. Before you face joint and later plane, mark the faces with chalk. This makes it easier to see that you get the entire face milled.

  • @james1214
    @james1214 2 роки тому +6

    Stellar video, Jason. Thanks so much for this resource. I teach woodworking at a local maker space and I always mention taking boards to the shortest dimension before milling because it averages out the total warp in a piece of wood, and it's a part of the process that many UA-camrs barely cover or don't mention at all. I'm now going to refer people to this video, because it's the video I'd make on the subject if I did such things.

  • @staceconstantinou9170
    @staceconstantinou9170 2 роки тому +1

    This is a great film, very useful. Thanks

    • @staceconstantinou9170
      @staceconstantinou9170 2 роки тому

      Thanks so much. I'm not on Telegram. Just tried to download it on my computer but doesn't work. I don't have a smartphone (I know everyone hates me, sorry). Thanks though. All your videos are very good. But this one was so useful.

  • @VinceEspositoJr
    @VinceEspositoJr Рік тому +6

    Nice video. I really enjoy your channel. Another approach for the milling arsenal: Many woodworkers and furniture makers will face joint first, then plane the other face, then edge joint. This doubles your choices for how to joint the edge especially for challenging grain situations. It's some extra leg work but can produce better results later in the process. Hope you don't mind me chiming in.

  • @TazerAP
    @TazerAP Рік тому +1

    I'm really new to woodworking and slowly expanding my tools, and the tip about using plywood on the table saw for a reference straight edge was a PERFECT creative solution until I can afford a jointer. Thanks Jason!

  • @michaelroberts2863
    @michaelroberts2863 Рік тому

    Perfect video... I'm a new and enthusiastic woodworker but I've never milled wood because I haven't yet got a jointer or a thicknesser, but now I know I can do it with a thicknesser and a table-saw, I'm going to try that. Oh how my neighbours are going to love me!

  • @rmcdaniel423
    @rmcdaniel423 Рік тому +2

    My problem is probably similar to MANY amateur woodworkers watching cool content like this on UA-cam: we already have the tools we can afford. We are now at a plateau that can only be surmounted by the big expensive tools that are out of our reach. Tools that we can't really justify to the Chief Financial Officer of the home.

  • @kellyb7321
    @kellyb7321 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for this. i'm currently in the process of milling a bunch of white oak for a table build and don't have a jointer. it's a slow process but it's getting there. One nice thing is that your planar sled and table saw jointer sled can be the same piece of wood since they both need to be longer than the board you're milling. I like to use melamine because it slides so easily.

  • @ImpyChan
    @ImpyChan Рік тому +1

    That was really informative. It's nice to have specific definitions for things I hear people talking about all the time!

  • @bobman32
    @bobman32 Рік тому +1

    Love the back to the basics. Would love an updated cabinet building basics

  • @jessec8562
    @jessec8562 Рік тому

    My favorite part…. The cartoon drawn boards the beginning were excellent 😆

  • @0xJaymes
    @0xJaymes 2 роки тому +1

    wow, perfect timing, I'm about to mill maple for your 'Oak' hutch plans I bought a little while ago! I appreciate your videos!

  • @DDixon3121
    @DDixon3121 Рік тому

    Never a dull moment watching your videos. Don't change a thing.

  • @pkwoodworking
    @pkwoodworking Рік тому

    That was really well done! Bravo! Cutting material down (ripping) and then jointing, can also save a lot of waste by re-gluing them together after.

  • @Rusty6450
    @Rusty6450 Рік тому +1

    Hey Whiskey. I really enjoy your videos and learn alot from you. I had a woodworking class in High School, probably before you were born, but you still taught me alot and is a passion of mine. I recently retired, but need a little time to set up the machines in my garage.

  • @crisantechris
    @crisantechris 2 роки тому +3

    This is so helpful Jason. Thanks for even talking through the lumber buying process!

  • @davidsalvagni3462
    @davidsalvagni3462 2 роки тому +8

    One thing you didn’t mention is grain direction and if you don’t feed the board the correct way through a jointer or planer you will get chip out.

  • @RandallW20
    @RandallW20 Рік тому

    Thanks for making this. It was very informative to someone who’s never used a jointer and planer. Just general miter and table saw construction.

  • @seanajax2544
    @seanajax2544 Рік тому

    Love love love your videos. Not only are they funny, but I have learned a lot. Thank you so much!!!

  • @tedtolentino4955
    @tedtolentino4955 10 місяців тому

    Excellent video. Thank you for a very thorough explanation on how you mill.

  • @tjflynn1014
    @tjflynn1014 2 роки тому +1

    Great explanations and visuals, I actually learned a couple new techniques, so thanks.

  • @grandkeys430
    @grandkeys430 2 роки тому

    Lol by far my favorite video of yours comedically. The freaking river shot got me gooood.

  • @snteevveetns
    @snteevveetns Рік тому

    Great info! I’ll try to remember all this when I get started cutting my slabs of white oak from the trunks w an Alaskan mill! LoL😊

  • @debandmike3380
    @debandmike3380 2 роки тому +2

    Nice work Jason this was a very enjoyable video it's nice to hear your voice coming out of your mouth instead of the usual voiceover. Even though most woodworkers know the steps it is still nice to go over the entire process for those who may not understand why we need all the expensive equipment so we can justify it to our wives....

  • @Tim9460-o9t
    @Tim9460-o9t Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @jimrosson6702
    @jimrosson6702 Рік тому

    Another great video Jason the daybed turned out amazing

  • @jgrywacheski
    @jgrywacheski 2 роки тому

    I must say, the new shop assistant DeVito randomly popping up is a great addition to the channel.

  • @markabernard
    @markabernard Рік тому

    Best description of the process from end to end I have seen. Great job.

  • @danhigham1283
    @danhigham1283 2 роки тому +6

    Nice work, Jason! At any point through the milling phase it's also pretty handy to mark the whole face you're milling with pencil so you can see whats been cut and what hasn't.

  • @flibblebot
    @flibblebot 2 роки тому

    I really wish you'd started with the tip about fingers - you'd have saved me lots of expensive trips to the ER 🤣

  • @gtuttle4
    @gtuttle4 Рік тому

    Great description on how to mill a piece of wood!

  • @CONACHO
    @CONACHO 2 роки тому +1

    A great lesson with great tips for a beginner hobbyist carpenter like me. Thanks dude

  • @thepoynt
    @thepoynt Рік тому +1

    I use the track saw method for my first edge more often than the jointer if the board is longer than a few feet. I find it easier and more reliable since my jointer isn't very large.

  • @johnlundquist4257
    @johnlundquist4257 Рік тому

    I have been waiting for this from you for a long time. I love that it is succinct even if you left some details out. Thank you!!!

  • @mlubecke
    @mlubecke Рік тому

    No finger cutting… just the wood.. got it !! ❤❤

  • @mikeserago3949
    @mikeserago3949 11 місяців тому

    Nice job explaining how to flatten a board.

  • @coreycarter6061
    @coreycarter6061 Рік тому

    Man you are amazing at explaining things, thanks.

  • @טלשדמה
    @טלשדמה 2 роки тому

    wow! i really thought i knew everything about woodworking and this video actually taught me

  • @mcknjohn
    @mcknjohn 2 роки тому

    This is the best explanations and demonstration I've seen on this topic! Thank you!

  • @ApexComplete
    @ApexComplete Рік тому

    100% best opening slide ever

  • @marshallmurrell4583
    @marshallmurrell4583 2 роки тому

    Thank you for emphasizing face jointing prior to edge jointing. I see so many UA-camrs edge jointing first. In my experience, doing that will only lead to edge jointing again after face jointing in order to get surfaces that are square to each other. I don't have a jointer, but I do have a flat sled which I use to send boards through my planer. It works very well to face surface both faces prior to edge jointing on a sled on the table saw. Something you did not mention is that, if your project permits, the amount of waste in the milling process can be greatly reduced by cutting your boards into smaller boards prior to milling. In your example of the bowed board, cutting the board in half reduces the bow by half. That results in less waste. By the same token, cutting a twisted board in half, whether crosscut or rip cut, will reduce the amount of twist in each of the resulting boards, resulting in less waste. However, to safely rip a twisted board will generally require a band saw.

  • @jacobschweitzer2954
    @jacobschweitzer2954 Рік тому +1

    I’ve been searching your videos for months trying to find a segment about jointing boards. You showed how you did side A and side B and they fit together perfectly. Was hoping you would go over again.

    • @theoriginalmonstermaker
      @theoriginalmonstermaker Рік тому

      It's in one of the tips and tricks vids. Maybe 3 or 4? Watch them all. You'll find it ; )

    • @jacobschweitzer2954
      @jacobschweitzer2954 Рік тому

      @@theoriginalmonstermaker Thank you!!! Going through them now.

  • @GregNickoloff
    @GregNickoloff Рік тому

    Nicely done. Your videos get better and better.

  • @Erik_The_Viking
    @Erik_The_Viking 2 роки тому

    Great tutorial! I use a jig for my table saw for making straight edges. Works like a champ.

  • @JMRichard92
    @JMRichard92 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video! Looking at videos over time, you kind of understand how it goes, but this was very informative and added a couple of key elements!

  • @focuspixvideoaudioservices68

    I know. I'm thinking of buying a barge! its a metal tub that goes really really fast. I'm learning woodworking so I can build an interior. Fancy making more inbuilt stuff? Like the inside of my barge...? yayyyy

  • @martingagne3136
    @martingagne3136 2 роки тому

    Man!!!! Dany Devito is in your stock pile!!!! 😳 Nice educational vidéo THX for Sharing

  • @lechatbotte.
    @lechatbotte. 2 роки тому +2

    I’m here for the woodworking but more for the intro!!! This one was epic. Go thing you didn’t name the other channel after those Christmas cookies……..you know Bourbon balls lol. I’ll see myself out.

  • @dylanwanberg5290
    @dylanwanberg5290 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video I am siting you in a presentation for class.

  • @peterzammit9029
    @peterzammit9029 Рік тому

    I've said it before and I'll say it again. You're an absolute nutter and I love you for it haha

  • @glowpipe
    @glowpipe Рік тому

    On the first bowed board, cut the top part and glue it on the bottom part.
    Big brain time!

  • @nitestrike1000
    @nitestrike1000 Рік тому

    I learned quite a bit here and subbed! That dashing/ diving thing you're doing is probably going to hurt 10 years from now but maybe by then you would have perfected a more graceful entry 😂

  • @jameshutchison4843
    @jameshutchison4843 2 роки тому

    I’ve just signed up as a patron can not wait to start some projects

  • @davidkelly1634
    @davidkelly1634 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this, it’s very helpful content.

  • @ok-hd4so
    @ok-hd4so Рік тому

    funny how you said the "dreaded" cup. cupped boards are my favorite to mill as they don't rock much at all on the jointer

  • @KM-oq5yi
    @KM-oq5yi Рік тому

    Love the ‘101’ vids….please do more in the future!

  • @billmankin6204
    @billmankin6204 Рік тому

    I trick I regularly use, since my shop (and budget) can't yet support a full size jointer. When edge milling long work, I use a power hand planer to knock down the high points and create a reference edge. While this will not be perfectly square, if I can eliminate the rocking, I can the run the reference edge against the fence on my table saw. Takes care and extra work, but you get good at it quickly.

  • @philedmonds1901
    @philedmonds1901 2 роки тому

    Great chanel. All the best from Norfolk in England☺

  • @bkambooboo
    @bkambooboo Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing your ideas. Much appreciated 👍👍

  • @kevinharris6725
    @kevinharris6725 2 роки тому

    I never saw the Danny Da vito poking out before! super funny

  • @CamilleK-mt7vv
    @CamilleK-mt7vv 6 місяців тому

    I love watching your vids
    Keep up the theatrics
    😂😂😂❤

  • @faithrobinson3679
    @faithrobinson3679 Рік тому

    Thank You! I had been hoping you would show us. Next, how about teaching tool maintenence?

  • @jeffreyallen2778
    @jeffreyallen2778 Рік тому

    Thank you, very informative video. You always deliver great content. Keep it up. Love the channel

  • @psychoticvenom
    @psychoticvenom 2 роки тому

    Started the video and exclaimed "SWEET JEEBUS" as you crashed into the pile of epoxy cups. So loud and hilarious.

  • @TheMonkdad
    @TheMonkdad Рік тому

    As a “one man band” I now mill trees to a minimum of 2” thick because of the “surprises” that pop up while they’re drying. So many rough stock boards twist and cup and I need to flatten them on a flattening jig.

  • @normanwyatt3948
    @normanwyatt3948 Рік тому

    Excellent video, thanks Jason!

  • @heywheredidyougetthatchees2682

    You're my favorite UA-cam woodworker (next to Michael Alm).
    It'd be super cool if you did a saw blade tutorial. Thank you

  • @lancel6948
    @lancel6948 Рік тому

    It's nice Danny D came by the shop to hang out

  • @spycedezynuk
    @spycedezynuk Рік тому

    Wait what another channel 😮🎉
    There’s definitely a joke there about seeing double and drinking whiskey but I can’t put my fingers on it