NO BS- What every woodworker needs to know about workbenches
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At last, someone explained why the face vise is on the left. As a lefty, I had a suspicion I should design mine the other way round, but now I know why. One of the best videos I've seen in researching this subject.
I agree
Unpretentious, straight to the point, not too biased in terms of brands. No BS indeed, videos like this one are far too rare on YT. Thank you, sir!
I totally agree! This was a great, and very instructional video. I just recently had major back surgery and am now designing a small workbench for here at my house so I can start doing some tinkering. With the exception of church and physical therapy, I'm not getting out of the house much and am really getting stir-crazy.
Not quite sure if I should laugh at your antics or rather feel sorry for you. You apparently didn't understand one bit he was saying, yet you feel the need to complain - based on what exactly? Let's see YOUR video about benches, then. Let's hear YOUR thoughts, let's see YOUR shop.
As I suspected - you are just a poser who didn't even watch the video and who didn't even listen. Go and annoy someone else with your nonsense, will you? I don't want any of it and if Stumpy Nubs had not said this was a "family channel", I would have used much more drastic words. I take his advice over your substanceless outpourings any day, but that might be a familiar feeling to you.
Simon, I think you missed the whole idea behind the video. This was not about how to do woodworking but about suggestions about how you can customize your workbench to meet your needs. It is about not buying something just because you can. It is about spending money wisely on good tools that help you produce fine work.
I think his tips were excellent. I benefited from a couple of them and suspect to could have, as well. Example, I did not make the front of my bench flat across the whole front. That was a mistake and now I realize why I should correct my work.
@@SimonWoodburyForget I disagree. I'm an individual who makes forward decisions based upon data presented by others. Learning the opinions and methods of others assists me in finding what works best for me. I prefer to avoid making the same mistakes already made by others. You seem to be an individual whom sees no benefit in informational videos as this. I certainly am my own individual and make my own path and certainly do not interpret Mr. Hamilton's words as woodworking hard-line gospel that if not followed means I'm wrong and am an idiot. Perhaps your experience teaches you to move on and avoid seeking videos like this. I must say, however, no matter your real experience, your posted comments provides me with evidence that you would not be an individual I would trust taking advice or counsel from. With 36 years of solid engineering experience in my background, I certainly do appreciate the credibility Mr. Hamilton shows forth and am able to find little nuggets that are certainly better than the way I've been doing things. I shudder that any serious amateur woodworker looking to improve their skill set could be sent down a road of torturous filled effort by accepting as practical truth no need for a solid, well architected & designed work bench and is not needed in a smallish amateurs wood shop. I am so sorry you have wasted your time here. I wish you much success following your perceived superior ways.
As a newbie looking to build his first workbench, I thought this was an excellent summary. By far the most informative I have found on UA-cam
i have to admit for wood work you have become a trust seal for me. none of you video/info given has ever let me down. thanks for all the hard work and passing on information that you would have spent life time gaining. God bless your heart and all your loved ones.
I built my workbench from a Readers Digest plan back in the 70's. Built it on an open carport with a few tools I managed to scrounge up to fit in a 10 x10 metal shed. Though far from the professional versions, it's been through a lot over the years and still solid; more than I can say for myself.
This guy, even now is my go to on all subjects involving wood. All the you tubers now and even some of the veteran wood working you tubers have nothing on the nubs.
End Vise , Face Vise ?? In Austria we use an Edelwiess !
I'll see myself out...
James, you are a master of clear, succinct explanations that are full of helpful information. This video is an excellent example of verbal commentary, visual demo, and pacing. I have watched a few of your Stumpy Nubs videos and plan to work my way through most of the others.
Thank you for the time and effort you and your crew obviously put into your duel crafts or wood working and video production!
I, and apparently many others, appreciate you all!
What a great video. Never knew benches could be that involved, but it just makes me more excited to get into woodworking now. Thanks so much for this upload.
Have watched several videos about building a workbench for my garage and this is by far the best one I’ve seen. Thank you for helping me figure out all the ways to build a work bench properly with maximum functionality. 👍🏻
I have revisited this video numerous times when considering workbench adjustments. Consider this a belated thank you for making it.
Another jewel in the crown, James. Top video, to the point and with a lot of very useful info.
Thank you so much for your excellent videos. I watch and rewatch them all the time. I hope that we cross paths one day so I can shake your hand.
Just came across this video while considering how to build my next workbench. I must say I loved how you told us what to consider but also thoroughly supported it with why it is important. Great job on this video and thank you for the great advice!
I learned so so much from this video. Now I have reasons to love my benches and know what I can improve on. Awesome!!! Thanks.
I screwed an old door for the top onto my Mom's old dresser and put some wheels on it for my workbench.........I expect NASA to call with a job offer any day now.
Hahaha😃😃😃😃!
Your comment made my day.
@@Canosa612 Cool 😎!
Son, have you ever considered the possibility of life on other planets ?
Scaffolding boards and glue 👌👌
So happy I found this video before getting started on finally building a proper workbench. Thanks for sharing!
James I fully agree with all your points. I’m currently designing a workbench for my shop. Your video helped me stick to my plan. Thanks.
Some great information here James. It's something I'll be looking around for in the new year. Now I'm armed with some good knowledge to make a better choice. I'll watch again later for the stuff that didn't sink in the first time. Thanks.
Probably your best video. Straight, direct to the point, factual, and informative. Amazing job.
I've watched this a couple of times and I really appreciate how you treat a bench as more than just a table, but as a sophisticated tool in itself.
As I am planning my workbench build, I watched 10+ videos on workbenches. This video was the most informative. The information was clearly communicated and important. Thanks a lot.
I have an old bench that was in the house when we moved in over 20 years ago. It's a heavy, stout old bugger but has a 2x6 top so it's far from smooth and has decades of pounding abuse so it's also all dinged up. I am getting ready to add a 3/4" plywood top that I'll seal so it doesn't soak up oils and stains and then drill bench dog holes in it. You gave me a few good ideas for how to make that better. One of the things that was already on my list was a tool shelf about 6-8" down from the top but with an additional one 3 or 4" down to catch sawdust that goes through the dog holes so it's not falling on the tool shelf. You made me realize that the "catch shelf" needs to be at least far enough down to allow the dogs or hold fast to drop in far enough to work properly.
Keep up the great videos James, I certainly appreciate them.
Another quality video with tons of great info and no fluff. I get excited every time I see a new Stumpy Nubs video. Thank you!!!
Thanks Stumpy! This is one of those subjects where I said to myself, "what could I really learn [new] from this video?!" Since it was you, I watched, and I'm damned glad I did before considering my own build. I learned more than I imagined- one of those, "you don't know what you don't know..." ignorant of my own ignorance on the topic... so to speak. Thanks again!!!!
Spot on! Love the explanation of each feature and what you need to think of if you attempt to make one. The two things that I didn't incorporate into my bench are the face vice and dog holes on the legs. If I were to do it again, I would add them. Great video Stumpy.
Very comprehensive, to the point, no-nonsense... Love it! Great job... and THANKS
Getting information from an experienced person is greatly appreciated. I’m an union Ironworker by trade and have just started to work with wood as a hobby. I’ve been drawing up ideas to build a bench that integrates my old 70’s jointer with my new planer as well as be a work bench and hearing your POV is priceless thank you. I’ve went with 3/16 x 2x2 angle iron as the framework already and have a lot of maple I am now going to use for the top instead of the 1” mdf I was going to use. I find myself wanting to Swiss army the bench and have my table saw and band saw part of it to. If anyone has any links to where I can find ideas for a integrated work station I’ll just make a bench then the station for all the equipment . I daydream about having the bandsaw and jointer running on the same motor
I love these longer videos...
Im a Jamaican and our work bench is just a plywood top and it get work done. We dnt have any of those fancy clamps at the shop i work. You explaining a proper work bench put things on a next level. Im planning on building my work bench at home and you give me an idea. Awesome video always. I subscribe few days ago. Keep up the great work.
Honestly, I just love your videos. Great down to earth philosophy, practical wisdom and tips. Lots of experience and true honesty.
Thank you sir.🙂👍🇨🇦
James, you pronounce all your words so clearly. It is a pleasure just listening to you talk. ☺
So glad I came across this randomly. This is the best explanation why workbenches are made the way they are and why each thing is used. I pretty much just want that work bench.
I’ve been a cabinet maker 16(?) years, and I always find myself nodding to your videos. A lot of it I know, and checks out with my experience, but I always learn a couple of things I did not already know. Thanks for the prolific video-making.
Also, you should probably get to sleep. It’s almost 9:30 in Michigan! What are you, in your 20’s?
I'm going to build a bench and this was some excellent information. Thank you for posting. Probably saved me some frustration.
Excellent! I built my first workbench 30 years ago a I sure do wish I’d seen this video before I started it! Thanks James, it’s time I think to build a new one.
Great video as usual. Thank you for pointing out some of the important features that a bench should possess. I’ve seen a lot of videos about building ‘the ultimate workbench’ and they’ve all been a little different. Very pertinent and to the point. Thank you.
Great advice. Very professional. Humor spot on. I’m building my first bench now, and you just answered questions I had about vice placement. Thank you!
Probably the most informative video I've seen without any BS. Thank you very much.
Your review was excellent. I built my work bench 10 years ago and it is pretty simple: face vise, tail vice, dog holes. Very flat maple top, 4x4 SYP base with mortise and tenon joints, no nails, screws, or bolts and no tool tray.
I figured a woodworker worth his salt should build his own.
My vises have that quick release feature. I agree with you, they're more trouble than benefit.
Thank you so much for this video. I just started learning about woodworking benches and have been overwhelmed by all the terminology, what with moxon vises and wagon vises and tail vises and round dogs vs square dogs and tool wells, etc. You really covered everything quite succinctly and I now have a much better understanding of the workbench and the features to keep in mind. Thanks again!
Your intro is Genius. Best one I've ever seen. And that's no BS.
Very well done! Thank you for the time and effort you put into sharing your knowledge an experience.
¡Eres brujo! 😮🧙🏻♂️, es la tercera vez que tus videos corresponden a la labor que realizo.
Muchas, muchas gracias por compartir
Thanks for making these videos and for all your work and knowledge sharing.
I’ve been watching YT woodworking vids for a while. This was by far the best bench video I’ve seen and learned from. I’m subscribing and can’t wait to watch more of your channel. Kudos!
Your the man been watching for a while now and your knowledge is amazing and has help me in my wood working thank you
Really enjoyed this, and answered a lot of my questions. I feel more confident about beginning my first bench build. Thanks you.
Best tutorial video about woodworking ethics ever. I've learned some more , good job. Can't wait to build my work table with all the essential jigs.
Thank you. Can confirm this and all your other videos are no bs with so much great info to an amateur woodworker.
We are about to rebuild our woodworking bench at the makerspace and this brings up a lot of good points (and reinforces many of the complaints) about the old bench we made. Thanks for sharing this information this way. It is now easier for me grok the "why" in the comments I get from people who don't build things the same way that I do.
I love these videos just because they’re made so well
These videos are so good. I'm just getting into woodworking and figuring out my setup and tools is hard. I've been doing things sort of halfway in the DIY-save-money sense of building things. So a bunch of 2x4 projects. My current workbench is built from a pallet. Not even kidding - I found a pallet that was square, plumb, and level and turned that into my bench top, and did 2x4s for the underside. It's sturdy enough for light assembly of small projects, but it's really just a workbench shaped object. Looking forward to building a solid workbench this winter!
Goodness...I got into casual weekend woodworking ~2 years ago when I bought my first house. I wish I would've found your channel 3 years ago. Fine work, good sir!
Dave Wisnosky I’m you 2 years from the time you wrote this.
So many features that I've never seen before on any of the workbenches I've used, now I have some more things to look for when I get/make my own workbench someday!
Mr Hamilton...I love your videos, and I really, really appreciate that I can play them anytime, even with my children are in the room....Butter sticks, indeed, sir! Thanks for keeping the bar raised. (And proving that humor need not always hit below the belt....)
Sound advice, James! Thanks for the video. I'll reference this when I build my new bench.
I am in the process of designing a workbench for my shop and these are excellent points that you have made and I will incorporate them into my design. Thank you, much appreciated.
Simple, clear and precise information for any woodworker. Thks for sharing those valuable information ☺️.
Wonderful video. Excellent presentation style. Crystal clear articulation. Everyday language that most people can easily understand which actually inspires me to go down to my humble work area and make 'stuff'. Congratulations!!
Greetings from Brisbane, Australia.
This video is the best explaining what I need to know about workbenches. Now I know so much more about this matter, specifically because I started to build one for myself. Thank you for this video.
Great video. I’m in the process of designing myself a workbench and your video has given me a few extra tips/ideas and things to think about.
I've built several benches over the years, and each time I learn something new (sometimes about the bench, and sometimes about myself). My current bench is FWW's New-Fangled Workbench. I love the "crochet" (planing hook) and adjustable platform that supports the wood from underneath when hand planing. I'm not so fond of the pipe clamps used as face and tail vises. Like you, I loathe tool trays on benches. They attract clutter and a cluttered workbench is sub-optimal. Instead of a tool tray, I used some scrap plywood and 2x4s and created a rolling tool cart. The top is shorter than the bench, so even with tools on it I can have it next to me and it won't interfere with anything on the bench that might be overhanging the bench. It was an impulse decision to make it, and it's the best accessory for any bench. My next bench is going to be a combination of an English workbench and a Roubo workbench, with a split-top. Still in the design phase but should start working on it soon.
I am in the process of building my workbench and your information is as always spot on. It's small compared to most as it must fit into my 1 car garage shop. All wood is free, including a cherry butcher block slab top with a bottom slab of 2 1/4 in pine from old growth trees that had to have been 7 ft in diameter. (Salvaged from wife's grandfather's shop) Legs are free highly figured rock maple useless to my cabinet shop owner friend and paid for with ripe tomatoes. Life is good! The only thing that could make this build easier is to have a good workbench to work from in the first place! Ken
Great vid! I built my own bench from some basic designs and saw improvements as soon as it was done - wish I'd seen this video first - some food for thought when I design the next one!! Thank-You
Great video James! A lot of useful information for someone like myself who would eventually like to have a nice woodworking bench.
Thanks James. Good tip about keeping the legs flat with the face; I hadn't heard that one pointed out before but it could come in extremely handy.
I accidentally did that on my design for a diy bench and now after using it for months i would never ever go back to an overhanging tapletop =) Especially since my budget has not allowed me yet to get a vise. This. Is. Worth. Gold. =)
I find myself liking your videos more and more with each one I watch!!!!!!!
as a woodworker begginer myself I'm loving this video, it really makes me want to buy\build my proper work bench! Thanks for the info Stumpy! U deserve a cold one!
Thanks for these tips. I am planning on building a workbench and your input has been great.
I'm looking into building my own bench right now. I appreciate the information. I alwase get alot from the videos here on Stumpy Nubs.
One of he best produced and informative videos I've seen.
I love the big, expensive benches...I myself have an inexpensive but capable one that matches my level of involvement - but - I am always amazed at how Japanese craftsmen can sit on the floor with what amounts to a plank on their knees and still produce exquisite works out of wood. Their joinery and tool mastery are, in my eyes, unequaled.
Hi James I also have the Sjobergs Elite 2000 with storage module and accessories got about 5yrs ago. Holdfast clamp does work well but can be a pain twisting the handle as opposed to wacking the other style with a mallet. I installed work bench casters makes it more convenient especially with a small shop. Really like your videos keep up the good work.
Outstanding intro and run-down. Wish I had a shop like that... one day! One part at a time.
Agree on the tool tray. I build a rolling tray, nothing fancy just a three-shelf cart on soft smooth-rolling (but lockable) casters from Home Depot. That way I can have all the tools I'll need for a job on that tray, within arm's reach. When I'm done, they all get cleaned and put back into storage locations. It definitely cuts down on having to move all about the shop for clamps, bits, chisels, whatever.
I built my own bench back in 1997 when I didn't know a lot. luckily, I read a few books on workbenches and followed suggestions for things that I only later understood the reason for.
I have a quick-release front vise, that only is a slight problem because I got the guides slightly out of parallel, so I have to keep them well waxed for it to slide easily. I have a Veritas Twin-screw End vise that I've never had any problem with, but you are right, I use it less often. I got a pre=made laminated maple top, the legs, drawers, cabinet I did myself. I think the only thing I've sometimes wanted was the dog holes in the right front leg ( or one of those removable legs you see) but I can still add that, and probably should. I started with a Veritas adjustable holdfast, and it has always worked well. I only recently got a pair of traditional holdfasts and Man, I really prefer them. you can use them so quickly, holding or releasing that I now work more safely holding something that I used to try to get by without clamping well. You can buy shorter traditional style holdfasts.
James, you really know your shit. Seriously, you are a wealth of knowledge. Keep up the good work, I love your channel.
Simply Excellent. Thank you for sharing another concise video, plug full of very solid advice!
A workbench IS a piece of furniture !!!…
Thanks for posting this clear, to the point, no fuss no glamour information.
A workbench is a TOOL.😒
Great video. Really makes you think about what's important to you and the way you work.
Oh boy. Seriously, OH! BOY!!! It seems you covered almost everything, and being a "newbie," you told us about what really MAKES a good bench; I thought it was "simple," but it seems that's just "my newbie brain talkin'."
And it came at a good time for me. I figured I'd start small by building a "table-top bench," and I'm still going to but I'm gonna use (read that "steal") several ideas now that you described here. So, thanks!
It was a very comprehensive posting, and I really gotta hand it to you. Thanks again.
Glad I saw this video, you did a great job explaining construction benefits. I'm building a bench now and may have to change a few things, because of your advise..Great video thank you.
A most excellent and concise video, contains all the points to consider.
Don
Thanks Don!
This video is pure gold.
Your videos are invaluable to me, thank you so much. Quality and delivery are always excellent. Thanks again
The most common sense workbench video I’ve seen yet. Thank you sir!
Brilliant content for a beginner. THANK YOU!
Great info, valuable info for the guy who’s about to make his first bench! Keep up the good work!! 👍👍👍🇨🇱😎
Love your channel. I come here whenever I want a no butter sticks explanation of things. Thanks
Great video! Thank you so much! One of the best videos I’ve seen on the subject
What a brilliant, easy to understand video, I am just designing my bench at the moment in the u.k. and will certainly be using some of the mentioned points and features. Thank you ( subbed)
Thank you! You are amongst the best.
Thank you for this detailed insight. Great video!
Great informative video and definitely no BS.. 👍🇬🇧
Thanks for the video Stumpy some sound advice. Mine is a complete mongrel and I love it. It’s a work bench not a piece of furniture. It’s an English style or Nicholson bench with a flat solid softwood top over a frame of 5x2s on 5x5 legs. On one side there’s an old Record bench vise and on the other side my home-made moxon vise. I drilled a few dog holes but if I need another hole I just drill one or if I need a temporary hold then I just pop in a screw or a nail. For hammering or chopping, just go over a leg or the apron and nothing even flexes however hard you hit. When it gets too scruffy I put a sander over it and some Danish oil and it’s as good as new. If I ever have to change the top I’m going with a plank top to make it even simpler. For anyone thinking of building their own bench but feeling a bit intimidated I recommend checking out the EnglishWoodworker for some equally sound advice. Cheers from UK
Great video!
Straight to the point and valuable information!
Tks!
Well researched, prepared, executed and edited. Thanks
Wow! A great, concise video packed full of fantastic advice in a clear way,with explanations for every aspect such as vices positioning, which features to look for and real world advice. I am about to make another bench so this was 100% reliable information
I learned a lot of very helpful tips and info in a short time. Thank you for this video!
Reader's Digest/Cliff Notes/No BS advice - great video/information James - thanks, Scott