Cool build! Some thoughts: 1. I like the longform, (mostly) quiet content, as I'm a *BIG* fan of both Mr. Chickadee and JSK-koubou. (Using the captions to explain what is going on is fairly easy to do while editing, too, though including a notice right at the beginning that you are doing so is pretty much manditory.) 2. For the pivot points, I would make the holes big enough to easily fit two nested pieces of brass tubing, with outer one being tight enough in the hole to need to be pounded in and the inner one being just a smidge longer than the thickness of the plywood & outer tubing, then use a washer on both sides. That way, they will rotate *much* more smoothly and you can torque the bolt right down without affecting the action. (Some graphite/etc. for lubrication would also help. 3. Some HDPE tape in the dovetails would also help make the carriage action smoother. 4. I think that you will find separately adjusted endstops will be less hassle than stacking them and using a single knob. 5. Temporary endstops for the actual face of the piece would probably be handy, as they would serve to limit the side-to-side motion of the drill bit while setting up, making setting the main endstops a lot easier. Cheers!
Thanks @Izzyswan! I have to say I prefer to hear you speaking throughout...it's far easier to understand what is happening. You have a lovely voice and don't shout like someone else does... Everyone learns differently...I need to see and hear...otherwise I might as well just read a book...if someone doesn't want to hear ya they can always mute the speaker or go pound sand...lol
This is pretty cool. Shows great ingenuity. I especially like the part where you refuse to buy a $1500 domino, because it only cuts mortises. Then proceed to build this amazing and elaborate jig with a $2000 machine that only cuts pocket holes. 😅
I think it's about volume. He may do a couple 1000 Domino joints in his whole career. But I guarantee you he's going to cut more than a hundred thousand pocket holes.
@@brianjustice908 That's purely a matter of choice. For example, here in Europe, basically no one uses pocket holes for anything, I've never seen on in my life except the ones I made myself. On the other hand, dowels are in EVERYTHING and you can replace those with dominoes as an upgrade.
As a beginning woodworker, I prefer your commentary. I Learn so much from your videos, I watch a lot of them even when I know I’m not going build what you are making. Plus, I love the ingenuity of your inventions!
Man I can remember watching Izzy like 7-8 years ago, always enjoyed your content. Glad to see your still in the shop coming up with cool ideas. Great work!
I personally like hearing your thoughts during the builds. It helps those of us that aren’t as experienced understand why you did something a certain way. Very cool device as I’m all about making things and extending the reach of my hobby funds.
I love the project, will be buying the plans. I personally love the running commentary. It’s helpful to get your insights on why you did this or why you didn’t do that, especially on future projects where I have gained that knowledge from you to apply to something else. I always learn something from your videos, even the most basic ones because you share your mad genius level expertise.
Just an observation, and maybe a pro tip? 😅 have you ever used thin CA glue when tapping into wood? Makes the threads super strong. Just tap as usual, then apply thin CA glue, spray accelerator if available, then run tap in again, just to clean threads. It works really well! I love your channel! Very inspiring, even for a seasoned(old) woodworker!! Great stuff!!!
This format was okay, but I prefer your running commentary so I always know exactly what you're doing and why. Your explanations are always clear and informative, as well as entertaining. Thanks for what you do!
Izzy, there is nobody quite like you. I really appreciate your brilliant yet practical projects. I love that you're using HF tools to show those of us on a limited budget just what can be achieved without spending big bucks. God bless you, brother!
Love it. I personally like minimal talking but not zero. Your insights and skills are valuable. Black Tail studio videos are a good model but you don’t need to copy him. Just keep being YOU and own it. Well done and thank you.
I'm telling you, Izzy, you are a boon to the woodworking community. I really appreciate you, the things you make, and the videos you share. Have a great one!
Izzy, I have seen some people that may (and I really emphasize the may) be better than you at wood working, but I have never seen anyone that can make the way that you do. You invent some of the absolute coolest things I have ever seen. You should keep the running commentary as hearing your genius is extremely helpful and satisfying. Thank you for the immense contributions you make to the world of making things and the passion you help give me to make cool stuff. I wish i had just a tenth of your talents.
Very nice, Izzy! I know how you work, so I'm looking forward to seeing your next upgrade! Matthias Wandel has a different slot mortiser design from way back, and of course his brilliant Pantorouter. If I was going to drop $1K+ on a tool that can do floating tenons, I'd go for the commercial version of the Pantorouter, hands down. The Domino is neat, but I couldn't justify it unless I had a very specific use case for batching out work professionally.
The specific use is called making cabinet carcasses. If you were a professional kitchen remodeler then a Festool domino is a no brainer. You'd pay for the tool before lunch on the first day.
I like when the creators talk. I watch mostly for tips, tricks and some entertainment value. Even on videos I may not necessarily plan to build the project I get tons of valuable nuggets. Thank.
The more of these domino killer videos I watch the more resolved I am to buy once, cry once. I haven't seen anything yet at all that comes remotely close to the domino joiner. I'll admit the portability is amongst the largest attractors to the domino joiner I have but I also work out of a 10x10 tool shed and I don't have any room for all of the cool useful jigs I see people use in UA-cam videos such as this, and miter sleds.
@@montelott8570 That's what I ended up getting, and it's pretty awesome. Made myself a desk, three mobile carts, and a table with it. As for a domino joiner, maybe someday.
I personally love the running commentary. It’s helpful to get your insights on why you did this or why you didn’t do that, especially on future projects where I have gained that knowledge from you to apply to something else. I always learn something from your videos, even the most basic ones because you share your mad genius level expertise. From MTGX 1st said this andI whole Heartly Agree
I personally love the running commentary! Any one who does not like to hear you talk... ALWAYS THE MUTE BUTTON! Good to see you on your feet again. Thank you for inspiring so many of us!
I did like the format but I especially liked the dovetail slides that idea will save us a lot of money for sliding jigs. Paste wax that baby up and she will glide nice and smoooooth!
I like this video. I like those that you talk during the video, but this was also very good because I could focus on watching what was happening without being overwhelmed by the talking.
Your geniusness is understated. I am amazed with your abilities, and envious. I am an intermediately skilled hobbyist but I am going to tackle this after a hand surgery heals. Thanks.
Great job Izzy. Ive always felt like a sliding dovetail is perfect for anything requiring linear travel. IE router fences, router lifts. Adjustable supports and tables, all kinds of shop jigs and equip. Keep on keeping it simple. Everyone can get something from your videos. Novice to pro. Thanks again.
Izzy, your a machinist with wood ! You can build your own tooling to exactly how you want it like the inventor you are. I liked everything about the video.
As a hobbyist this is awesome! I've wanted a domino router, but the cost is so far outside of reasonable for my shop. This is a really cool way to get domino joints when needed, plus some other functionality. Making the tool will be fun too and it doesn't look like storing it will be too bad either.
Suggestion; a super thin film of bar soap, or paste wax, on any sliding surface will insure much smoother movement than wood on wood. Love the long format videos cuz it allows for much more information.
even better to use on them that thermoadhesive melamine strip that is used on the edges of chipboard panels, that way the sliding surfaces will last forever and slide even better. Of course you can coat the melamine with paste wax to have them slide even better.
I like hearing your insights and critique, Izzy. Also, when you’re looking at upgrading this jig, perhaps a screw-advance mech for the carriage that sets the router height, to allow incremental setting and adjustment? Awesome device, as always! Keep ‘em coming! And it’s great to see you this mobile, my friend!
This format works well for the experienced woodworker, who is probably your target audience. Many presenters might not be comfortable with it because they "whistle while they work" or are in instructor/teacher mode. I am not an experienced woodworker, but I was able to follow what you were doing with no problem. If you are comfortable with this type of presentation, then by all means go with it. When teaching/instructing for different experience level audiences, you can tailor your presentations as needed to reach your prospective audiences.
Hey Izzy, that's awesome! My only complaint is that the length adjustment seems a bit finicky. If you're going to release the plans, I think that the very first adjustment we make should be the starting point, and then adjust the "end" point in relations to the starting point. This would mean that we could only move the starting point and keep repeating the same cutout. In order to do that, the "end" point adjustment should be bolted down to the start point adjustment. If we want to repeat the same lenght cut, just move the first one. If we want longer or shorter cuts, move the first one then adjust the "end" point. A ruler could also be afixed to determine the length of the cuts. Love the idea though :) just think it needs a bit of refinement for the plans if youre going to sell them hehe
I was watching your video originally for making the tool, but ended up watching you using your tools and your methods/ techniques. I do somethings different but got some different perspectives! Thanks
As someone who has spent years in woodworking I always see a new way to do something. Sometimes I am reminded how to do things that I forgot. I think that you need a balance between this and your other videos. I like it when you say why and why not. But just hearing the tools is ok to. In the end it is all about just being you. That is why we watch. I have never heard you try to tell me to get something that I already have a never use. The only thing that you say to get are things that work and that will make work simpler. I appreciate that. When you don't explain things we get to? Why you have done something. Both ways work.
I was a cabinet maker in my teens and 20's and I was doing aluminium fabrication a few years ago for about 5 years and I still learnt a couple of things from watching.
Awesome video as usual, Izzy! Honestly, I like this video format but it also wouldn’t have bothered me if you had done more narration. I find the narration helpful on the more complex projects where it isn’t always obvious what’s going on or what component is being worked on. This project was pretty easy to follow though. I also really appreciated your explanation at the end about the straight bits, that’s super helpful!
I would like to thank Festool for designing products that do what they are intended to do. I would also like to thank Festool for putting such a price tag on their products that it motivates the experienced wood workers to create affordable and customizable tools and jigs for the financially challenged. Izzy, there are video creators that may have information I would find valuable but they are more interested in useless chatter than sharing ideas. I can't tell you how many times I gave up before I got to the crux of the video. YOU ARE NOT ONE OF THESE PEOPLE. I find all of your videos well done and not full of useless rhetoric. But do what you are most comfortable with.
Awesome project Izzy! Works great. Love that you’re not afraid to say cheap tools are good! Really are some great bang for your buck stuff out there. Cheers mate all the way from aus.
Gotta say, the beginning moments of this video hit the nail on the head, with "What else does it do?". No question that tool could make sense for some people. But not many, really.
I like all of your content - happy with whatever you choose to do. Fine to break things up a bit and keep trying things out. After using large commercial pneumatic controlled mortising machines, and tenon compressors I find this actually brings back a lot of memories... I can see myself building this sometime, it's a good idea and well executed. Cheers from Oz.
I like your narration. You have a great tone to your voice. Pleasant to listen to and I like your humor. I am also intrigued with building tools from scratch. Please keep it up.
hey late to the party but really love the format. all those framings and edits seem like a lot of work but it's so cool to see a master at work with all the related set up choices and movements and machine sounds at human speed but also not dragging out. fantastic design, really respect and admire the principles and performance. loved john's cameo!
I like your audio descriptions, anecdotes, witticisms, and all. This format is different and ok. I certainly paid attention. This design is amazing. The performance astounds. Your creativity is amazing.
I really enjoyed this video style. I love your creativity and the attention to detail in all that you do. I think I’m going to have to purchase the plans from you and build one of these sometime this winter. I’ve got way too much in the works currently to add another project though - even one as cool as this! Thanks for continuing to put out awesome content, Izzy! 😊
Liked what you did with the build. Too often, individuals on this platform tend to stray from the topic or put in too much info that can confuse what the purpose of the video demonstration. Well done.
Not that I have a problem with videos with more dialogue, I did really enjoy getting to see very clearly the step by step methods for the build in silence with key explanation points. This gave me the opportunity to really think through what you're doing and make sense of everything. I think both formats have good value, and since most videos have constant speaking, this is a nice change of pace.
This is stunning, I love to see people coming up with design for self made tools like this. Unfortunatelly for those with smaller workshops building something like this would mean investing in machinery as much as the festool tool costs...or even more :(
Cheap drill press: $70 (should be in every shop) Drill Driver set: $200 (should be in every shop) Table saw: starts at $300 (should be in every shop) Pocket hole jig: Starts at $30 Jig saw or band saw: Starts at $50 This thing requires no specialty tools.
@@mychalevenson7710 Probably could get this done with a circ saw, a guide fence, a router(same one you use for this jig), drill/driver, various hardware and glue. Granted you could even go more basic and use no power tools, but you would probably end up paying more for those in this day and age.
The Festool dig in the title got my attention. You are very talented if your ideas are your own you were definitely born to it. I'm sure you realize Festool sell point is the portability. If you've ever done a yacht refit or Private Jet alterations. You'd appreciate the stealth of a Festool package loaded into flight case you would have custom built to meet the deadline. I do applaud your creativity.
i really don't think any of the "domino killers' are even close to ease of use of the actual domino machine. For all of them, you mark the locations, take all the wood over to a table or some other jig, clamp the workpiece, use a variety of doodads to position the wood to the cutter, cut the joints and do it again for how ever many mortises you have. the domino just registers everything-incredibly easy to keep track of the joinery (ie, making a rail flush or offset from a leg). Plus, all in place. I made a heavy duty outside porch table for a neighbor-all 4x4, 1x4 and so on (oak). I laid out all the joinery on my bench and cut it all in 10 minutes. i bought one when they first came out and have used in on nearly every project since. I get it is expensive, but it works extremely well. think of it as a tool you will have for decades-mine is from 2007, the first year they sold in the US. these videos sometimes just sound like guys talking about making a table saw from an upside down circular saw as a real alternative to a table saw.
@@aaronmarkstallerA circular saw is not a table saw. A table saw has the ability to make precisions cuts where a circular saw can’t and it is much saver.
As a "economical" person, I was on board with this video. Until the part where you use a $1800 pocket hole machine. Is that irony? Still like your videos.
Brilliant work. Definitely has more functions than a Festool Domino. I do like the video format this way. The irony of cutting simple pocket holes on a $1500+ Castle pocket cutter is perfect. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
A very well designed and built project. You have taken care of minutest details. I liked your system of lever control the most. It is very safe. I would like to draw your attention to a pantorouter. It is similar with lesser parts and more versatility. It can use templates and cut complex profiles as well. I think your version of it will meet your own high quality standards. Thanks for sharing.
Izzy I can't give you enough thumbs up on this. I've grumbled about the future cost of a Festool Domino. Watch all of these different woodworker's on UA-cam, I am left with the feeling that I don't have the right tools. As though my Makita or Bosch router cannot do the same job. The result is my quest to find the right alternative. Be damned the need to buy Festool. You nailed it on this one and with an awesome price point. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I can't tell you which format I prefer. I'll watch more of your vids and shoot you some feedback.
Thank You for conveying your knowledge, especially to those of us not as skilled or experienced. Always great to see the hidden Genius at work and sharing without overcomplicating the idea and execution.
Izzy you know you are awesome. I have not bought anything or built anything. Suck because I really want too. Every since 2015 till now I have enjoyed watching your work come alive. Either way you do your videos, you always explain the little things, like you understand the virgin mind when it come understanding how you build, design, and use the thing you build.
C’est un régal de vous regarder créer ces machines. Je vous suis depuis plusieurs années et je suis ébahi par votre créativité. Pourtant je ne réaliserai aucune de vos créations, mais comme dit précédemment, c’est un plaisir de voir vos conceptions.
Hey Izzy I like this delivery and appreciate the share. A domino in essence is just a slot making tool for biscuits and a very accurate one at that but your solution is a workaday fix that all can make and use for a fraction of the cost and isn't that what UA-camrs are all about. Excellent man from sunny Scotland.
Izzy we need an upgrade to it! Since it is stationary, there is no excuse for not having it even more dust free than Festool. Health matters. Unless someone is doing fine woodwork onsite, if you beat the dust, you beat Festool.
I just found your channel. I like commentary. Explanation is understanding. I made one of these myself and had the router up. Yours is more elegant. Good job.
Good video. I actually prefer your narration over the video. You do a good job of concise explanation and it's helpful for me to better understand what you're doing.
All the best Mister. UA-cam recommended your clip to me, and I was curious. You won me over from the moment you said to let the picture do the talking instead of multiple unnecessary explanations - a picture is worth a thousand words.. I pressed the bell for "all" and ”Like” the clip in the second two. And the fact that you don't have a background song is ideal for me. I love the quietness of the workshop, and there is only the focus on something special and well made with your hands. Best regards dear.
I really like your video, I do like talking in it. i watched you back 10 or so year ago and really like your videos, and then they changed to a different style and didnt really fit what I was doing, but this video is what I like. Im glad to see your still getting around good (after that back problem). Keep up the good work
Very ASMR feels without talking, though I would definitely love explaintations every now and then. Also your hands make the tools look like kids' toys :D Really enjoyed watching this Thanks
Love this! Good to meet you =) I'm a big fan of voice over - you get all the wisdom, but no stop in the footage. And you have an obligation to use a voice that awesome.
Hampir 5 tahunan lihat channelnya.Orang ini skillnya gak pernah mengecewakan. Selalu berkarya , tak pelit berbagi ilmu . Sepertinya ada rasa wajib bikin sendiri buat di WS saya. Thanks Izzy. Salam hangat dari indonesia.
THE PLANS ARE UP! Thank you for you support!! www.izzyswan.com/Store/DIY-SLOT-MORTISER-PLANS-p584536012
Cool build! Some thoughts:
1. I like the longform, (mostly) quiet content, as I'm a *BIG* fan of both Mr. Chickadee and JSK-koubou. (Using the captions to explain what is going on is fairly easy to do while editing, too, though including a notice right at the beginning that you are doing so is pretty much manditory.)
2. For the pivot points, I would make the holes big enough to easily fit two nested pieces of brass tubing, with outer one being tight enough in the hole to need to be pounded in and the inner one being just a smidge longer than the thickness of the plywood & outer tubing, then use a washer on both sides. That way, they will rotate *much* more smoothly and you can torque the bolt right down without affecting the action. (Some graphite/etc. for lubrication would also help.
3. Some HDPE tape in the dovetails would also help make the carriage action smoother.
4. I think that you will find separately adjusted endstops will be less hassle than stacking them and using a single knob.
5. Temporary endstops for the actual face of the piece would probably be handy, as they would serve to limit the side-to-side motion of the drill bit while setting up, making setting the main endstops a lot easier.
Cheers!
Thanks @Izzyswan! I have to say I prefer to hear you speaking throughout...it's far easier to understand what is happening. You have a lovely voice and don't shout like someone else does...
Everyone learns differently...I need to see and hear...otherwise I might as well just read a book...if someone doesn't want to hear ya they can always mute the speaker or go pound sand...lol
I'm trying to learn so please forgive my question...would it make it move more easily if I waxed the wood? Not the work piece...wax the jig
ABS FAB !! You are genius & thanks for the plan and you give some good inspiration to be more inventive
Muy bonito y muy funcional… felicidades… le agradezco compartir algo tan útil
Thanks for no music I much prefer just listing to the shop sounds and the process of making the project.
i agree, thanks , it allows your own headspace to focus instead of be entertained unnecessarily, cheers
I agree too. Shop sounds are soothing
This is pretty cool. Shows great ingenuity.
I especially like the part where you refuse to buy a $1500 domino, because it only cuts mortises. Then proceed to build this amazing and elaborate jig with a $2000 machine that only cuts pocket holes. 😅
yeah but i was awestruck by that machine :)
@@markstevens6935 Heh, I was completely confused by that machine until I realised what it did. That's EXTREME pocket-holing, that is.
I think it's about volume. He may do a couple 1000 Domino joints in his whole career. But I guarantee you he's going to cut more than a hundred thousand pocket holes.
@@brianjustice908 That's purely a matter of choice. For example, here in Europe, basically no one uses pocket holes for anything, I've never seen on in my life except the ones I made myself. On the other hand, dowels are in EVERYTHING and you can replace those with dominoes as an upgrade.
Yes, but a cheap pocket hole jig can still work.
I'll tell you what I appreciate, someone using Bauer tools unapologetically. I love my Bauer tools and have nothing but success with them.
It's got what they've all got my friend. A motor, a material removing endpoint, and a limit to how nasty you can be with them.
If you drop, or somehow tear up a Bauer tool, the mourning period isn't nearly as long as the much more expensive tool.
As a beginning woodworker, I prefer your commentary. I Learn so much from your videos, I watch a lot of them even when I know I’m not going build what you are making. Plus, I love the ingenuity of your inventions!
I like both formats, but I think I prefer listening to your talk. I like hearing your explanations for the reasons behind your choices.
Man I can remember watching Izzy like 7-8 years ago, always enjoyed your content. Glad to see your still in the shop coming up with cool ideas. Great work!
I like it when you're yapping all the time Izzy
Agree, it just doesn't feel right without it. Still loved the video though.
@@chrishewlet5471 agree... Izzy's personally is the cherry on top
I like when you explain as you go vs silence
I value Izzy’s thought process throughout the build and more.
Especially the part where he is " testing the efficacy " love it
I personally like hearing your thoughts during the builds. It helps those of us that aren’t as experienced understand why you did something a certain way.
Very cool device as I’m all about making things and extending the reach of my hobby funds.
Exactly!
I love the project, will be buying the plans.
I personally love the running commentary. It’s helpful to get your insights on why you did this or why you didn’t do that, especially on future projects where I have gained that knowledge from you to apply to something else. I always learn something from your videos, even the most basic ones because you share your mad genius level expertise.
Awesome, thank you for the feed back. Also the plans are up now.
I am convinced, Izzy, your brain just works differently than mine. I just LOVE to see how you put things together. You are truly a treasure.
Izzy I love your videos, but also really like your explanations and humor! As I’m new to wood working I really appreciate your explanations.
Awesome! Thank you for the feed back.
Agreed
I feel like he hit the perfect balance.
Yes..! What he said..
Exactly!
Just an observation, and maybe a pro tip? 😅 have you ever used thin CA glue when tapping into wood? Makes the threads super strong. Just tap as usual, then apply thin CA glue, spray accelerator if available, then run tap in again, just to clean threads. It works really well! I love your channel! Very inspiring, even for a seasoned(old) woodworker!! Great stuff!!!
This format was okay, but I prefer your running commentary so I always know exactly what you're doing and why. Your explanations are always clear and informative, as well as entertaining. Thanks for what you do!
Noted!
Yes, you are picking on festool.... I LOVE it!😇
Izzy, there is nobody quite like you. I really appreciate your brilliant yet practical projects. I love that you're using HF tools to show those of us on a limited budget just what can be achieved without spending big bucks. God bless you, brother!
My pleasure! Thank you for commenting
Love it. I personally like minimal talking but not zero. Your insights and skills are valuable. Black Tail studio videos are a good model but you don’t need to copy him. Just keep being YOU and own it. Well done and thank you.
I'm telling you, Izzy, you are a boon to the woodworking community. I really appreciate you, the things you make, and the videos you share. Have a great one!
Wow, thank you!
Your format length was fine. Dialog was good and where needed. Held my attention. I need this set-up in my shop. Thanks, Izzy
Izzy, I have seen some people that may (and I really emphasize the may) be better than you at wood working, but I have never seen anyone that can make the way that you do. You invent some of the absolute coolest things I have ever seen. You should keep the running commentary as hearing your genius is extremely helpful and satisfying. Thank you for the immense contributions you make to the world of making things and the passion you help give me to make cool stuff. I wish i had just a tenth of your talents.
There’s never too much yapping as long as you have something worthwhile to say. Great video! Can’t wait to build this.
Very nice, Izzy! I know how you work, so I'm looking forward to seeing your next upgrade!
Matthias Wandel has a different slot mortiser design from way back, and of course his brilliant Pantorouter. If I was going to drop $1K+ on a tool that can do floating tenons, I'd go for the commercial version of the Pantorouter, hands down. The Domino is neat, but I couldn't justify it unless I had a very specific use case for batching out work professionally.
Cool, thanks!
The specific use is called making cabinet carcasses. If you were a professional kitchen remodeler then a Festool domino is a no brainer. You'd pay for the tool before lunch on the first day.
I like when the creators talk. I watch mostly for tips, tricks and some entertainment value. Even on videos I may not necessarily plan to build the project I get tons of valuable nuggets. Thank.
The more of these domino killer videos I watch the more resolved I am to buy once, cry once. I haven't seen anything yet at all that comes remotely close to the domino joiner. I'll admit the portability is amongst the largest attractors to the domino joiner I have but I also work out of a 10x10 tool shed and I don't have any room for all of the cool useful jigs I see people use in UA-cam videos such as this, and miter sleds.
You might check oit Jessem' dowl jig compact, accurate easy to use and much less expensive.
@@montelott8570 That's what I ended up getting, and it's pretty awesome. Made myself a desk, three mobile carts, and a table with it. As for a domino joiner, maybe someday.
I like as much narration as you are willing to do, for what it's worth. Great job!
I personally love the running commentary. It’s helpful to get your insights on why you did this or why you didn’t do that, especially on future projects where I have gained that knowledge from you to apply to something else. I always learn something from your videos, even the most basic ones because you share your mad genius level expertise. From MTGX 1st said this andI whole Heartly Agree
I personally love the running commentary! Any one who does not like to hear you talk... ALWAYS THE MUTE BUTTON! Good to see you on your feet again. Thank you for inspiring so many of us!
I did like the format but I especially liked the dovetail slides that idea will save us a lot of money for sliding jigs. Paste wax that baby up and she will glide nice and smoooooth!
Izzy. My first video . Been building similar machines for years . Love it. A woodworker after my own heart.
I’ve been watching your vids for years! [and I do like this format]…You’re “the man” Izzy!👍
I appreciate that!
Awesome work, thought, and creativity! Love the quiet, no music, and just explain as needed. Thanks so much!
Mathias Wandel made a similar device on his channel called the panto-router and it's awesome. Both of you guys are very skilled in your craft.
That's true. Though the panto Router is much more versatile.
Still i Like Izzy's Work.
I watched this early in the day.
The 'just enough' talking works great.
Peace quiet and admiration
I like this video. I like those that you talk during the video, but this was also very good because I could focus on watching what was happening without being overwhelmed by the talking.
The world needs more shots of John and Izzy standing next to each other.
Awesome build once again Izzy….I can only imagine what jig would be born if you and Matthias Wandel did a colab….😊.
I agree. Take a look at his "Pantorouter XL build" in his playlist.
Your geniusness is understated. I am amazed with your abilities, and envious. I am an intermediately skilled hobbyist but I am going to tackle this after a hand surgery heals. Thanks.
Great job Izzy. Ive always felt like a sliding dovetail is perfect for anything requiring linear travel. IE router fences, router lifts. Adjustable supports and tables, all kinds of shop jigs and equip. Keep on keeping it simple. Everyone can get something from your videos. Novice to pro. Thanks again.
Izzy is doing what Izzy does best...
Designing, inventing, building...
Welcome back, I have missed you..
Talk all you like, I'll listen😂
Izzy, your a machinist with wood ! You can build your own tooling to exactly how you want it like the inventor you are. I liked everything about the video.
Thank you for the compliment and the feed back
I enjoy listening to you talk, I hope you continue making videos with you talking.
As a hobbyist this is awesome! I've wanted a domino router, but the cost is so far outside of reasonable for my shop. This is a really cool way to get domino joints when needed, plus some other functionality. Making the tool will be fun too and it doesn't look like storing it will be too bad either.
Can’t agree with that last point: it takes up quite a bit of space.
HANG IT ON A WALL!@@mm9773
Great video. I really enjoyed the minimal talking format and the lack of silly comments and jokes.
Suggestion; a super thin film of bar soap, or paste wax, on any sliding surface will insure much smoother movement than wood on wood.
Love the long format videos cuz it allows for much more information.
even better to use on them that thermoadhesive melamine strip that is used on the edges of chipboard panels, that way the sliding surfaces will last forever and slide even better. Of course you can coat the melamine with paste wax to have them slide even better.
Nice work. FWIW, I like the quieter, long-form videos, which allow you to show off your awesome knowledge and skill.
When it comes to thing like this build. I always see a fact that most problems can be solved my understanding how thing move / operate. Amazing work.
I like hearing your insights and critique, Izzy. Also, when you’re looking at upgrading this jig, perhaps a screw-advance mech for the carriage that sets the router height, to allow incremental setting and adjustment? Awesome device, as always! Keep ‘em coming! And it’s great to see you this mobile, my friend!
Very nice indeed, just right amount of comment very informative. Thanks very much.
Have been watching projects for a couple of years by different people. Dude I like you , your projects, your expertise.I’m now a fan . Thank you
This format works well for the experienced woodworker, who is probably your target audience. Many presenters might not be comfortable with it because they "whistle while they work" or are in instructor/teacher mode. I am not an experienced woodworker, but I was able to follow what you were doing with no problem. If you are comfortable with this type of presentation, then by all means go with it. When teaching/instructing for different experience level audiences, you can tailor your presentations as needed to reach your prospective audiences.
I like it better when you talk. Your comments are very helpful, I am grateful for your channel and content.
One thing for the next version... Rulers on the parts where you set the depth and width stops. 💖🌞🌵😷
I like it best when you are adding your knowledge and wisdom into the video about what to do and not do with demonstration of proper techniques.
Good to see you on your feet! I love the videos that you produce. Keep up the great work!
Watching you work is a pleasure. I learn just from how you organize your shop. The whole place is a tribute to thinking and the poetics of craft.
Hey Izzy, that's awesome! My only complaint is that the length adjustment seems a bit finicky. If you're going to release the plans, I think that the very first adjustment we make should be the starting point, and then adjust the "end" point in relations to the starting point. This would mean that we could only move the starting point and keep repeating the same cutout. In order to do that, the "end" point adjustment should be bolted down to the start point adjustment. If we want to repeat the same lenght cut, just move the first one. If we want longer or shorter cuts, move the first one then adjust the "end" point. A ruler could also be afixed to determine the length of the cuts. Love the idea though :) just think it needs a bit of refinement for the plans if youre going to sell them hehe
Yes. The two stops need to be independently settable.
I was watching your video originally for making the tool, but ended up watching you using your tools and your methods/ techniques. I do somethings different but got some different perspectives! Thanks
Love the new format. As always, your creativity continues to amaze. Can't wait for those plans to be unloaded. Thanks for this, Izzy.
Thanks so much! The plans are up.
I enjoy your dialogue. That said, I didn't need the play by play. I'd say you have the VO just right in this vid. Love the machine.
This is awesome! I’ve been trying to think up something like that myself. Long format is great when it’s something new and interesting being built.
Glad you liked it!
As someone who has spent years in woodworking I always see a new way to do something. Sometimes I am reminded how to do things that I forgot. I think that you need a balance between this and your other videos. I like it when you say why and why not. But just hearing the tools is ok to. In the end it is all about just being you. That is why we watch. I have never heard you try to tell me to get something that I already have a never use. The only thing that you say to get are things that work and that will make work simpler. I appreciate that. When you don't explain things we get to? Why you have done something. Both ways work.
I was a cabinet maker in my teens and 20's and I was doing aluminium fabrication a few years ago for about 5 years and I still learnt a couple of things from watching.
Awesome video as usual, Izzy! Honestly, I like this video format but it also wouldn’t have bothered me if you had done more narration. I find the narration helpful on the more complex projects where it isn’t always obvious what’s going on or what component is being worked on. This project was pretty easy to follow though. I also really appreciated your explanation at the end about the straight bits, that’s super helpful!
Right on, thank you for the feedback
@@izzyswan hey, do you still have videos/plans for the crochet vise you built a while back?
I would like to thank Festool for designing products that do what they are intended to do. I would also like to thank Festool for putting such a price tag on their products that it motivates the experienced wood workers to create affordable and customizable tools and jigs for the financially challenged.
Izzy, there are video creators that may have information I would find valuable but they are more interested in useless chatter than sharing ideas. I can't tell you how many times I gave up before I got to the crux of the video. YOU ARE NOT ONE OF THESE PEOPLE. I find all of your videos well done and not full of useless rhetoric. But do what you are most comfortable with.
Awesome project Izzy! Works great. Love that you’re not afraid to say cheap tools are good! Really are some great bang for your buck stuff out there. Cheers mate all the way from aus.
Gotta say, the beginning moments of this video hit the nail on the head, with "What else does it do?". No question that tool could make sense for some people. But not many, really.
I like all of your content - happy with whatever you choose to do. Fine to break things up a bit and keep trying things out. After using large commercial pneumatic controlled mortising machines, and tenon compressors I find this actually brings back a lot of memories... I can see myself building this sometime, it's a good idea and well executed. Cheers from Oz.
I like your narration. You have a great tone to your voice. Pleasant to listen to and I like your humor. I am also intrigued with building tools from scratch. Please keep it up.
hey late to the party but really love the format. all those framings and edits seem like a lot of work but it's so cool to see a master at work with all the related set up choices and movements and machine sounds at human speed but also not dragging out. fantastic design, really respect and admire the principles and performance. loved john's cameo!
I like your audio descriptions, anecdotes, witticisms, and all. This format is different and ok. I certainly paid attention.
This design is amazing. The performance astounds.
Your creativity is amazing.
I really enjoyed this video style. I love your creativity and the attention to detail in all that you do. I think I’m going to have to purchase the plans from you and build one of these sometime this winter. I’ve got way too much in the works currently to add another project though - even one as cool as this! Thanks for continuing to put out awesome content, Izzy! 😊
Hey Izzy would edge banding the ply woods with melamine make it slide better ??
It probably wouldn't hurt but not sure it would help much
Liked what you did with the build. Too often, individuals on this platform tend to stray from the topic or put in too much info that can confuse what the purpose of the video demonstration. Well done.
*That's all JON does with his domino. When you spend $1400 on a domino, it can double up as a pillow when the wife asks you to sleep on the couch*
Not that I have a problem with videos with more dialogue, I did really enjoy getting to see very clearly the step by step methods for the build in silence with key explanation points. This gave me the opportunity to really think through what you're doing and make sense of everything. I think both formats have good value, and since most videos have constant speaking, this is a nice change of pace.
This is stunning, I love to see people coming up with design for self made tools like this. Unfortunatelly for those with smaller workshops building something like this would mean investing in machinery as much as the festool tool costs...or even more :(
Yep. I'll also keep my 1500 hours by not building something used to build something.
Cheap drill press: $70 (should be in every shop)
Drill Driver set: $200 (should be in every shop)
Table saw: starts at $300 (should be in every shop)
Pocket hole jig: Starts at $30
Jig saw or band saw: Starts at $50
This thing requires no specialty tools.
@@mychalevenson7710 Probably could get this done with a circ saw, a guide fence, a router(same one you use for this jig), drill/driver, various hardware and glue. Granted you could even go more basic and use no power tools, but you would probably end up paying more for those in this day and age.
If it would take you 1500 hours to build that jig without power tools, then I don't think you are much of a carpenter. @@PhpGtr
The Festool dig in the title got my attention. You are very talented if your ideas are your own you were definitely born to it. I'm sure you realize Festool sell point is the portability. If you've ever done a yacht refit or Private Jet alterations. You'd appreciate the stealth of a Festool package loaded into flight case you would have custom built to meet the deadline. I do applaud your creativity.
i really don't think any of the "domino killers' are even close to ease of use of the actual domino machine. For all of them, you mark the locations, take all the wood over to a table or some other jig, clamp the workpiece, use a variety of doodads to position the wood to the cutter, cut the joints and do it again for how ever many mortises you have. the domino just registers everything-incredibly easy to keep track of the joinery (ie, making a rail flush or offset from a leg). Plus, all in place. I made a heavy duty outside porch table for a neighbor-all 4x4, 1x4 and so on (oak). I laid out all the joinery on my bench and cut it all in 10 minutes. i bought one when they first came out and have used in on nearly every project since. I get it is expensive, but it works extremely well. think of it as a tool you will have for decades-mine is from 2007, the first year they sold in the US. these videos sometimes just sound like guys talking about making a table saw from an upside down circular saw as a real alternative to a table saw.
What model do you use?
A dowel jig can do everytbing a domino can. Idk what you smokin.
A circular saw is a table saw. They use the same motor, and the same saw blades.
@@aaronmarkstallerA circular saw is not a table saw. A table saw has the ability to make precisions cuts where a circular saw can’t and it is much saver.
As a novice and someone who tends to be analytical I like it when you explain the why and the thought process behind doing something a certain way.
As a "economical" person, I was on board with this video. Until the part where you use a $1800 pocket hole machine. Is that irony? Still like your videos.
Brilliant work. Definitely has more functions than a Festool Domino. I do like the video format this way. The irony of cutting simple pocket holes on a $1500+ Castle pocket cutter is perfect. 🤣😂🤣😂🤣
A very well designed and built project. You have taken care of minutest details. I liked your system of lever control the most. It is very safe.
I would like to draw your attention to a pantorouter. It is similar with lesser parts and more versatility. It can use templates and cut complex profiles as well. I think your version of it will meet your own high quality standards.
Thanks for sharing.
Izzy I can't give you enough thumbs up on this. I've grumbled about the future cost of a Festool Domino. Watch all of these different woodworker's on UA-cam, I am left with the feeling that I don't have the right tools. As though my Makita or Bosch router cannot do the same job. The result is my quest to find the right alternative. Be damned the need to buy Festool. You nailed it on this one and with an awesome price point. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 I can't tell you which format I prefer. I'll watch more of your vids and shoot you some feedback.
The more videos of yours I watch the more I like you. Fantastic tool
Thank You for conveying your knowledge, especially to those of us not as skilled or experienced. Always great to see the hidden Genius at work and sharing without overcomplicating the idea and execution.
God bless you, I legit bought it after the first minute of watching and its the 1st plan ive ever bought for anything. Tells you something!
... this is awesome! So much Joy too watch with the love that Izzy is working... LOVE IT !!! 💕💕❤❤ ... and good to see... Maggy is always there 😊
Izzy you know you are awesome. I have not bought anything or built anything. Suck because I really want too. Every since 2015 till now I have enjoyed watching your work come alive. Either way you do your videos, you always explain the little things, like you understand the virgin mind when it come understanding how you build, design, and use the thing you build.
the production and editing were great! Just enough of the talking points at just the right places.
I subscribed!
Much appreciated!
C’est un régal de vous regarder créer ces machines. Je vous suis depuis plusieurs années et je suis ébahi par votre créativité. Pourtant je ne réaliserai aucune de vos créations, mais comme dit précédemment, c’est un plaisir de voir vos conceptions.
Hey Izzy I like this delivery and appreciate the share. A domino in essence is just a slot making tool for biscuits and a very accurate one at that but your solution is a workaday fix that all can make and use for a fraction of the cost and isn't that what UA-camrs are all about. Excellent man from sunny Scotland.
Izzy we need an upgrade to it! Since it is stationary, there is no excuse for not having it even more dust free than Festool. Health matters. Unless someone is doing fine woodwork onsite, if you beat the dust, you beat Festool.
I just found your channel. I like commentary. Explanation is understanding. I made one of these myself and had the router up. Yours is more elegant. Good job.
Good video. I actually prefer your narration over the video. You do a good job of concise explanation and it's helpful for me to better understand what you're doing.
But the best part is no looping background music. A pleasure to watch. Thank you.
All the best Mister. UA-cam recommended your clip to me, and I was curious. You won me over from the moment you said to let the picture do the talking instead of multiple unnecessary explanations - a picture is worth a thousand words.. I pressed the bell for "all" and ”Like” the clip in the second two. And the fact that you don't have a background song is ideal for me. I love the quietness of the workshop, and there is only the focus on something special and well made with your hands. Best regards dear.
Thank God for this man, and for NOT putting music in your videos. 🙏
I really like your video, I do like talking in it. i watched you back 10 or so year ago and really like your videos, and then they changed to a different style and didnt really fit what I was doing, but this video is what I like. Im glad to see your still getting around good (after that back problem). Keep up the good work
Love the long videos I prefer the talking kinda like I’m there with you and you’re explaining as you go whatcha got rollin
Very ASMR feels without talking, though I would definitely love explaintations every now and then. Also your hands make the tools look like kids' toys :D Really enjoyed watching this Thanks
Love this! Good to meet you =) I'm a big fan of voice over - you get all the wisdom, but no stop in the footage. And you have an obligation to use a voice that awesome.
3:22 my heart dropped when I saw your right hands position!
Stay safe and keep it up 👍
Hampir 5 tahunan lihat channelnya.Orang ini skillnya gak pernah mengecewakan. Selalu berkarya , tak pelit berbagi ilmu . Sepertinya ada rasa wajib bikin sendiri buat di WS saya. Thanks Izzy. Salam hangat dari indonesia.