10 Tools Every Woodworker Should Own

[@gordonturley7575]

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[@michael.schuler]

Excellent curation! Pro woodworker and trim carpenter 45 years here. I use most on your list and would add two: Starrett 6" rule No. C604 RE and Woodpecker 4" Aluminum Delve Square. I am never without these on my person. C604 RE has end markings to 1/2" for setting up bits and blades, and it is exactly 3/4" wide, extremely useful for trim carpentry. The combination of matte finish and deep black long-lasting etching makes it perfectly legible in all lighting conditions, better than any other rule I have ever seen. The 4" (original) aluminum Delve Square is so compact it can fit in your pants pocket, and the precise thicknesses of its flanges provide instant gauges for 1/8", 1/4", 3/8", and 3/4". The design also enables it to act as a saddle square at both 90 and 45 degs for marking face and edge at once. Plus, it has precise pencil gauge holes 1/8" o.c. and, less useful for my work, typical speed-square style angular markings every 5 degs. Tremendous functionality in a bite-size form factor. (IMO more useful than the fancier and bulkier stainless steel successor later released.)

[@bentswoodworking]

thank you so much for your feedback!!

[@thefilthelement]

Another benefit to the pin nailer is you can get plastic nails. I use them sometimes to hold material on my CNC and you don't have to worry about the bit hitting it and ruining a good CNC but

[@GongaDuck]

As someone who just got a shop apron for Father's Day, I can testify to how much more efficient I am having that apron with the things I used to spend time finding once I put it down. It takes a bit to get the habit built up, but once you are used to pulling the pencil and ruler out of the apron to mark where you want to cut, and put it back, it's so worth it. I don't know what I would do without a shop apron now. Love the video, and seeing the items you are putting into that apron is helpful so I can load mine up with the tools that will continue to make my time even more efficient in the shop. Keep up the good work, Jason!

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you! I am totally with you. Just as important as anything else in my shop

[@dennisw8166]

A guy I used to work with had an apron similar to yours. People thought he "looked like a dork" . Not me. I've been meaning to get one - especially for inside work simply due to the fact that an ordinary toolbelt has the hammer on the side among other tools. The apron keeps most tools you need to have from bumping into the homeowners furniture . I can't count how many times I've bang a fancy coffee table with my hammer swinging all over the place while carrying in a piece of lumber or other items. Great video. Subscribed

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you! I love my apron for sure. Makes life way easier

[@michaelbrown7469]

I had my wife make one for me! Greatest thing she ever made! (in my opinion! haha)

[@lindleyjensen7325]

Love the shop apron idea! I literally went out and bought 10 measuring tapes, gathered 10 pencils, and 3-speed squares, and left them at every station. By day's end, they were still scattered and the hunt was back on. Thank you for sharing and your videos are awesome.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@JoeSmith-gm9ul]

Nice job. I'm a beginner and I found the information invaluable. Sometimes I get lost in the weeds because there is a flood of information available and at times I find myself way over my head. I hope you do more like this one.

[@bentswoodworking]

Joe Smith thank you, I know exactly how you feel! I have found its best to just try and focus on 1 or 2 things at a time.

[@danr1920]

These aren't beginners tools!!

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

Excellent video Jason!

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you

[@917Stefano]

Jason Bent: After seeing so many negative comments directed your way, I feel compelled to give you a thumbs-up in support. Most of the woodworking videos I see on KZbin have at least something to teach me, and this one is no exception. Whether to acquire a particular tool you have recommended is a decision each viewer can make for him or herself. Decades ago, after I bought an old house, I had to go to books to search for information on how to do various repairs and projects. Sometimes there simply was not much info readily available on certain topics. But these days I am amazed at all the online info covering just about any topic I want to explore. Some videos are more helpful than others, but none of them costs me anything to watch, and I am free to stop watching whenever I want. I am very appreciative for content providers like yourself, who are willing to put their time and energy into sharing their knowledge with others. It must be a huge downer to make the effort to put out a video, and then have to endure an onslaught of critical comments. But hopefully there is enough positive stuff coming your way to make the effort worthwhile. Thanks again!

[@bentswoodworking]

Hiriser 15 thank you! As for the negativity, these kinds of videos tend to get it more. Also when I talk about Festool. I don’t let it bother me. Everyone is entitled to there opinion but some are just more nasty about it then others

[@johnrobinson1020]

Hiriser15 I am happy that you appreciate that this guy is willing to put his time and energy into sharing knowledge with others; I wonder if he would be so willing to spend all that time and energy if he wasn't paid by these manufacturers handsomely to advertise their products. Be realistic; the guy is paid to promote and advertise these brand names and I don't blame him for that, I would do the same if I was paid, wouldn't you? Just join the real world my friend; this is advertising in a very cunning form to brainwash gullible people. If he was genuine he would have mentioned other brands that are just as good as the ones he advertises at a fraction of the cost. Sorry to burst your bubble but this is the real world.

[@bentswoodworking]

John Robinson to start, I am not paid or sponsored by any company at all. I have never received free tools from any company. Everything in my videos I paid for with money I made building client pieces. The reason I didn’t show less expensive tools is because I don’t have them anymore. I’m sorry that you think that I am just blabbing about tools that I was paid to blab about. Thank you for your input.

[@johnrobinson1020]

Bents Woodworking; at least you have the decency to respond to my comments however, you do get monetary reward from Utube. I see no reason to mention brand names unless you compare product with product. I have used Festool tools and found them to be no better than some of the much cheaper tools on the market. You mention $300 as though it is not much money but to some folk, it is a lot of money and so is $100 to some. You are absolutely pointing viewers toward purchasing the brands that you mention. It is hard to accept your word that you are not paid by the manufacturers or you have not received tools from them as payment for your advertising their products and I find this hard to believe as most guys in your position do receive these products to assess and make a video on their performance and promote them. In Australia the brands you mention are quite expensive and you will not buy them for a hundred dollars or less; we have cheaper tools that in my opinion, do the job equally as well as the more expensive ones. One of the cheaper brands in this country comes with a 5 year replacement warranty and none of the top priced brands will offer the same warranty ;most of them offer a "repair" warranty and not a replacement. You have to realise that there are many woodworkers who are not as fortunate as yourself being able to afford tools that cost up to $300 and consider that price bracket as affordable by everyone which is not the case. Maybe you should mention that there are many brands of tools that can do the job equally as well as the big brand names at a much lower price. You have to admit these manufacturers, through their advertising have created an image of their tools that the consumer is to believe they are the best, so the price is hiked up accordingly. I am not having a go at you because you are able to afford the higher priced items but I think you should mention in this video that consumers should do their research and look around before making a purchase and they could save big bucks. I realise that some consumers are guided by price alone and believe that the more you pay for something, the better the item is; This mindset has been embedded in the consumers mind by clever manufacturers advertising and brainwashing them into believing this is true and once this idea is set in their mind, they will not change their mindset and always believe the more you pay the better the item. Thank you for replying to my comments.

[@davida7284]

@@@johnrobinson1020 I couldn't give a rat's ass if the video IS sponsored or not. I window shop these videos all the time looking to see things that interest me. There's always cool shit on you-tube regarding this stuff. If I see something I like, I jot it down. If I don't, I move on like an..hrm hrm..adult. I mean, you gonna walk around a public library and comment out loud on books you think don't serve people properly? Riiigghht, and two people with a straight jacket following closely behind. Sometimes you just have to re-post stuff, lol

[@FiddleSticks800]

Amen to the pin nailer over the brad. Oddly, I have an old harbor freight variety that never gives me problems.

[@bradleyroe4558]

To see another woodworker give time to explain some new,or not so new gadgets is always welcome I believe.

[@bentswoodworking]

Bradley Roe thank you. Unfortunately, I have gotten a lot of flack for this video. But it’s okay, can’t please everyone I guess. 👍🏻

[@joefaraone977]

@@bentswoodworking The advice is free and I really appreciate your taking the time to compose a good video. It's nice to know about new tools that can make my time in my shop more productive and enjoyable. Cheers!

[@billcoley8520]

I have 3 table saws in my shop. One saw I picked up for $50 . It didn’t have a miter gauge nor a fence but it is used with my sled. The second saw I bought for $75. It is a Hitachi C10FL . The motor was not working when I bought it. I got the motor fixed for $155 . I use it for ripping and my dado blades. The third saw is a Bosch work site and I bought it new. It’s my technical fine tuned cuts .

[@dannyward6927]

You have many interesting, helpful and unique videos. This one stands out to me for the handy gadgets that I have been looking for to put up in my beginners wood shop. Still trying to get everything organized, at 70, things come together much slower.

[@David15585]

I have been woodworking for many many years. However, I watch these videos because you never know what you may pick up. No one person knows everything. Thanks for a great video. Because of your video I bought the Incra Tiny T. Great investment!

[@bentswoodworking]

That’s awesome! I love mine, I reach for it constantly.

[@benbattino9053]

Thanks for providing the great information. I will have to look into a few of the items on your list! It is interesting how we find favorite, much used tools and use them over and over again. I agree with purchasing high quality tools that will last a lifetime. You just have to build your inventory slowly over time. Keep up the good work.

[@bentswoodworking]

Ben Battino thank you very much!

[@xboxvenenifer]

Make your own set up blocks, save a ton of money. Pin nailer is a good buy but buy a multi use nailer. Right angle attachments are easy to counter by planning. It's good if you are repairing. Otherwise, plan your build. The clamps, buy them all. Ask for clamps for Christmas. You need 10 to 15 long ones, and 5 to 10 short ones. The hold down clamp is not required. If you need one, you are using your mitre saw wrong. The stock guides are not required. You can make a jig out of scrap that does the same thing. I like the tiny T but use a caliper. Card scraper is a must, practice with it. Pask makes one out of a saw blade. Check his out. The square is a must. I like the starret. Shop aprons protect your clothes.

[@edwinfriedl2446]

You are both are right! A pro needs to think, "In the time I'm making a tool, is time I'm not earning money." So for them buying anything that makes them more productive is great. As a hobbyist I'm thinking I could make the equivalent of a Grrriper and save money. As a pro I'd be wasting several hours that I could be making more money than the price of a GRRRiper. If I was a full time pro I'd have a CNC router but for me it is just a wild dream. If I have repeated parts I make a template. Takes more time but a lot less bucks.

[@pterafirma]

I love my Banks 23ga pin nailer. It was $29 from Harbor Freight, and has worked perfectly for thousands of hours.

[@blahblah5603]

You must be a "hobbyist" and not a "woodworker".

[@rwind656]

We have this pin nailer and it's very good. I would buy it again in a heartbeat. We make our choice of tools based on value, not brand name.

[@The0nionKnight]

@@blahblah5603 I have the same banks 23ga pin nailer. I would consider myself a "woodworker" and still use it. I'm waiting until it dies to replace it with something like a Bostitch or Cadex but it just keeps going. Have run literally tens of thousands of pin's through it.

[@yourfacelookslikebut]

@@blahblah5603 was that supposed to be an insult? If you work with wood.... you are a woodworker.

[@jmac2o229]

@@yourfacelookslikebut hes mad because he bought the expensive thing thats barely better than the cheap thing

[@renesaenz7015]

Thanks so much for this video. I'm a Beginner woodworker this items is a must need.

[@web3036]

bents woodworking, you have one of the best set ups I've seen in wood working and tool set ups, don't listen to all the Trolls that try to be woodworkers with a bunch of ryobi tools and a 2 dollar tape measure. luv the effort and time you put in to your shop, good job brother...

[@bentswoodworking]

WEB thank you. I don’t pay attention to the negativity. It is what it is

[@terrellknight1756]

Great video, thank you sir! And thank you for your service! I had seen this video once before, and just got a woodcraft giftcard for Christmas, so decided to revisit it. Like others, in no way can I afford a lot of high dollar tools at this juncture in my life, but I am slowly building my woodworking shop and appreciate all the knowledge I can benefit from. I can make do with cheaper versions when need be (got a $35 tool apron this year, b/c of this vid) but I will always be looking for the day when I can afford something nicer, for I can tell the lack in quality. Got a book on the Why and How of woodworking, and can tell it alone will make me a better woodworker by helping me check my approach to woodworking. It should be something we take time and pride in. Nice tools make the work all that much more enjoyable. And that is what I want in the shop. An enjoyable, reflective experience, that makes me a better person, in the end. I am a construction worker who currently uses mostly Ryobi tools! And they are fine, for now, ...got the right angle drill attachment too ;-). Someday I hope to upgrade, but I'm in no rush, and I am learning to appreciate you guys who already have the festool stuff :-) I can and will get the Kreg set up bars with my giftcard, however...tired of using my tape measure to set up my table saw! Sorry for the long post. Just wanted to counter some of the negativity I saw in the comments. Blessings to you and your family, sir!

[@bentswoodworking]

terrell knight thank you so much for taking the time to write that comment. As for the negativity, I don’t worry about it. Can’t please everyone. Nice tools do make certain things much more enjoyable, however; they definitely aren’t necessary for good work. Take your time, learn the craft, upgrade when you can. The tools will last you a long time. I plan to visit woodcraft myself tomorrow 😬

[@terrellknight1756]

Thanks for the reply, Brent. Look to watching more of your videos in the future 😁🙏🏼

[@bentswoodworking]

terrell knight 👍🏻

[@anneoreilly4900]

I've got a lot to learn as a woodworker. Maybe these aren't "starter" tools yet it's nice to learn what's out there. And sometimes I get a solution to a problem I didn't think was fixable at my experience level.

[@bentswoodworking]

Anne O'Reilly there are many great tools. These I have found very helpful. If you’re on Instagram go follow me there and feel free to send me a direct message anytime and I’ll help you out anyway that I can

[@afisher555]

Hi Anne, a good starter kit could include an adjustable square-it will make you think about measuring in a different way (relative dimensioning). Perhaps a really sharp marking knife; 1 short and 1 long steel ruler. 3 chisels-get some old ones and practice sharpening them, which brings me onto sharpening-maybe a 1000 or 1200 diamond sharpening plate-these are easy to use and stay flat, a no 4 or no 5 plane, again old ones are great. Most important is an engineers square. These are just the metal ones. Get 2 if you can, one small, one big. Enjoy!

[@redtigerlily8165]

I love how the drills are hung like wine glasses on the cupboard in the background. So organized. I am so taking this idea to the shop.

[@bentswoodworking]

Tami Minor glad you found it helpful

[@jjlynn6161]

Thank you. I had not seen the table saw fence stock guides. They look quite useful.

[@bentswoodworking]

Incredibly helpful

[@vaclavmatousek2928]

Hi, do you have a link where I can buy it?

[@Techreux]

Spot on about the Pin Nailer! Best tool I ever added (9 years ago)! Right angle drill attachment a necessity.. I'm more partial to a Sheet metal shop square - MUCH cheaper than either tool you showed.. and every bit as accurate. Also, while I agree with the apron, I mostly use a carpenter's tool belt.. holds more tools, and can set up with different config's as the job at hand requires - but, yes, great to have everything at a quick grab! The only tool you didn't mention that is an absolute necessity for me is the Wixey Digital Angle finder.. literally NO guesswork on critical bevels in the table saw anymore! The only other tool I recommend is a VERY high end blade for both table and chop saws. Critical to have smooth cuts, and prevent the "drag" that a dull blade creates (dangerous). Next addition will be the Jess em's.. bit beyond the budget at the moment..

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@andrewpuckridge7633]

Thanks bents woodworking. I wouldn't worry too much about the "i can do all this without the expensive tools" 30 years down the track the good ones will still be square and true and the others will probably not me. Good tools are good tools for life.. Personally i didn't find any of this video a product placement or anything. I guess haters gonna hate. I inherited most of a woodworking shop tools (jointer,dripp press,thicknesser,lathe triton workbench set up as a table saw etc from my father and am looking forward to teaching my son how to make sawdust.. tutorials like this help people like me out even when i am in a country where most of these brands are hard to find Cheers

[@bentswoodworking]

Andrew Puckridge thank you for this comment. Sorry I missed it. As for some of the comments, I just ignore some of them. Can’t make everyone happy. My goal is to help as many people as I can. I know that will come with mixed opinions and that’s fine.

[@andrewpuckridge7633]

HI John , its just a line form a song my kids play occasionally, thought it was appropriate.. probably should have said "people with differing opinions are allowed them..as long as they are made respectfully and not with malice".. not quite as poetic though cheers

[@Adrian_Nel]

Yupp, some tools might be 'expensive', but no tool is cheap enough to be worth buying. Mechanics especially know this - when that "bargain" spanner strips a bolt on a Friday afternoon its no longer a bargain, but a cursed, wretched device

[@tituscanby6598]

Excellent post. Learned a lot and I have watched hundreds of other woodworking videos. Many thanks.

[@bentswoodworking]

Titus Canby thank you!!

[@mikedavidson7470]

Thanks for another great video! Some of these items I'm looking into getting and will help. Thank You for your service and enjoy your tools!

[@bentswoodworking]

mike davidson thank you Sir

[@xKrispyx]

Super helpful. I didn't realize how much I enjoyed woodworking until recently but I can see myself getting deep into it as a hobby. Have a subscriber!

[@bentswoodworking]

Kris Rogers thank you so much!

[@robertw.1499]

Totally agree with James and Marshall below. For those who are looking for some guidance, especially people like me who are hobbyists, learning from a pro is worth it‘s weight in gold. Ignore the smart asses and haters Jason, love your channel 👍👍👍

[@bentswoodworking]

Robert W. Thank you!! 👍🏻

[@vanilla50]

Ditto to all, will say the Festool CXS is my most used tool for Cabinets up to & including medium dimension work. It's small size, light weight, ergonomics & long duration batteries are worth the cost. Second behind is the Grex pin nailer, never had an issue.

[@bentswoodworking]

I have still never had a misfire with the grex

[@MrCrazyaustin]

Thank you for a great video. I have purchased several of the items. My favorite was the shop apron by Dragonfly. Well done!!

[@bentswoodworking]

They make a outstanding apron!

[@noheader]

wow, where do you work, I need your paycheck to buy his list. lol.

[@elmomylo]

WALMART

[@westongenesis7007]

Sorry to be off topic but does any of you know of a tool to log back into an instagram account?? I was stupid forgot the login password. I love any assistance you can give me.

[@sergioivan8915]

@Weston Genesis Instablaster =)

[@gellotion]

THANK YOU! You just saved me about $50. Was deciding between Woodpeckers' Pocket T and their saddle square, and was about to order tonight. Watched your video, I'm going with the Incra 👍

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you found it helpful

[@ninoliberatore1491]

really enjoyed watching this -thanks

[@bentswoodworking]

Nino liberatore you’re welcome

[@TheEnergyball]

I've just been sold on why I need to set up a shop shirt. Apron seems too bulky for how I like to move but the point was made: I like to know where my small tools are. I appreciate your sharing the video to spark that idea. I have some old work shirts that can be modified to have extra pockets. Now I've got to plan it out and hit the sewing machine! Thanks again! :D

[@bentswoodworking]

Ali S no problem. Glad you found the information helpful!

[@siriosstar4789]

basic carpentry tools are a hammer , some sort of saw. a tape measure , a pencil , etc. Most of the tools presented are what is purchased AFTER you have the basics .

[@SnootchieBootchies27]

Yeah, you're right. It would have been totally worth it to watch a ten minute video about the importance of having a hammer, pencil and tape measure.

[@Kurgosh1]

@@SnootchieBootchies27 I walk into a store or go online and I see dozens of different hammers. Some of them I can identify, others I can't. I watch videos about woodworking and I see three or four or five different hammers in use, not always with much explanation of why. But I never see a basic claw hammer, sledge, or ball peen hammer in use, which is what most of us have around the house. In fact, professionals have largely abandoned the basic hammer in favor of nail guns, but that's a decently large expense for a homeowner or beginning hobbyist. An expert could easily make a 10+ minute video explaining the uses for different hammers and which are the most important to have around, which are more specialized, and which are conveniences that you can still do good work without. Some channels have done that for planes, saws, chisels, even table saw blades. Thinking on it though, I can't recall seeing one specifically for hammers.

[@SnootchieBootchies27]

@@Kurgosh1 alright then. Very good points. I suppose as some of us progress past the basics we forget how mysterious some of it was at some point. But, that being said, you're going to learn a heck of a lot more out of your average flat claw hammer/sledge/prybar/ball peen by grabbing it and seeing what it can do than you can glean from a KZbin video.

[@wickedpiggy6365]

I didn't mind the video. People don't know how to take things with a grain of salt. If you watch DIY shows on TV they promote expensive tools. Doesn't mean I'll go buy them. I watched the video and thought of how I could make some of these tools myself or do a search for cheaper versions. I'm always looking for ways to improve my shop and my work. That's what KZbin videos are for me. Research and ideas. Keep posting videos, I'll keep watching :)

[@bentswoodworking]

Wicked Piggy thank you so much. That is my intent with these videos. I try to avoid the negative comments as much as possible. Either way, can’t make everyone happy. I’d rather have less subscribers that enjoy my videos for what they are than a bunch with people who just want to be spiteful. Thank you again

[@austintechsaudio]

This guy- Great video buddy- I'm a different kind of wood worker (luthier), so our shop needs are a little different than yours, but you know - For decades all I've ever worn an apron for was messy stuff, and even in normal stuff I ain't no rosebud. I might just start wearing it more. This is private right? Here's my secret to always having a pencil - I have about 10 million pencils - all over the damn place. Once I just threw a handful of pencils to scatter them. Sure am glad no one will see this but you. This isn't public right?

[@bentswoodworking]

Hancock lol. We can pretend it’s private. That’s an effective solution to always having a pencil. 🤣

[@Norm475]

I do the same thing. Also with tape measures. Every room in my house has a tape measure and my shop has about 6.

[@davidndahura7437]

Those tools are for hobbyist woodworkers, thanks for the video.

[@sashaceko]

i have been building my home furniture using almost none of the products mentioned in this video, only thing mentioned here is the "Square" and its not a brand heard it's a DIY Square does the job precisely

[@koltonkrulicki677]

Hell yeah

[@A6Legit]

That table saw attachment looks like something I definitely want.

[@tvgorockets]

I looked into a few of these via the links and holy expensive. The tinyt is a good deal, but who can buy $200 aprons and $100 squares

[@justheretoinspireyou5803]

Timothy Vargo pointless anyway check out the best wood worker Mathias wandell smokes everyone I’ve seen with diy tools laughs at kreg jigs

[@justheretoinspireyou5803]

Fretboard Burner I don’t understand what the good decisions and crack have to do with the list. But yeah you could never have enough clamps just as crackheads can’t have enough crack

[@TheRockindio]

Dangit bobby

[@mlee6050]

It why I got pockets, I use trousers to store tools in and not use apron at all, carry at least 6 or more normally

[@mattwoodard1272]

Jason, thank you so much for this video. It was informative, well thought out, and overall well done. I am working on my one car garage woodshop and even looking at the organization of your shop as the video was playing was extremely helpful. Thank you again.

[@bentswoodworking]

Matt Woodard thank you so much. I plan to do another shop update soon with some of my changes!

[@JasonandRachelOlson]

really appreciate that you took the time to share your insights. I'm just setting up my woodworking shop and found this video very helpful. Don't quite understand some of the negativity in other comments. Keep up the good work!

[@bentswoodworking]

Jason Olson oh I’ve gotten quite a bit of negativity on this one. Lol. Thanks!

[@Richism4U]

Thank you for your wisdom and time sharing things that work.

[@bentswoodworking]

Richism4U no problem! Thank you!

[@peterturn]

Those tablesaw rollers should be in every high school woodshop class

[@bentswoodworking]

I agree!!

[@JB-xx2hl]

Highly recommend the Edge Guide for the Grex. No more accidental blow outs, shiners, or whatever term you choose to use.

[@bentswoodworking]

Yeah they are great!

[@billcoley8520]

I use my hold down on my miter saw on every cut. No excuses.

[@noahmcdarby5417]

I love that festool hold down clamp!!... I have to make lots of small cuts at work on a regular basis!

[@bentswoodworking]

Noah Mcdarby it’s outstanding. The only one I have ever used and not hated. It’s so easy to use it makes me actually want to use it

[@jerrybobteasdale]

Solid suggestions. I remember trying to hold stuff in alignment before I had a brad nailer. It's like having another set of quick hands during alignment. I haven't sprung for a wire nailer yet Am still happy with the brads for the stuff I do. I'm also a fan of small pocket-sized combo squares. Am in firm agreement with you about the shop apron. I'm a regular wearer of overalls for much the same reasons. Those Kreg spacers look nice, but I've had appropriate- sized bars of square key-stock for those purposes for a long time. They work fine, and were cheap.

[@bentswoodworking]

Thanks, I have enjoyed the pin nailer quite a bit. The shop apron I absolutely love! One of my best investments for sure

[@demonshaz]

Yes my friend. One day 🤞🏼

[@TheSoloDIYer]

If you REALLY want to save time, skip to 1:20 and avoid the time-wasting intro.

[@jaredlamb7495]

this needs to be bumped to the top

[@GarrySanchez]

Great advise and great videos!

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you

[@gsgeno]

I swear by the incra T. I got the 6" thinking I may use it for just small measurements. It completely replaced my combination square.

[@bentswoodworking]

Chad Schmidt it’s an outstanding measuring device!

[@talleysuehohlfeld3959]

it's the one I kind of wish I'd seen you use.

[@pterafirma]

I use my Incra T every day.

[@dieseldog2457]

Great effort, can't be easy making these videos knowing the rubbishers are going to rubbish it regardless! I appreciate your opinion of 10 valuable tools to have, I also found some great entertainment in the comment section. Keep up the good work, and I can't wait to see if some of these dudes with the negative comments make videos. There are some clever lads there, be positive and share knowledge rather than just rubbish someone else!

[@bentswoodworking]

Diesel dog thank you. Sometimes it’s fun reading some of the messages. I enjoy it more when I see what some of my subscribers say back to people 😂.

[@JFKreations]

You have it right. Making videos like this is really challenging. Having to be mindful of the camera while building and fixing things is very difficult.

[@davidrigby253]

After the first few seconds, it becomes obvious that the video would better be titled: "10 Tools Every PROFESSIONAL Woodworker Should Own". He obviously does this kind of work for a living - he's not a hobbyist or occasional weekend project guy. I identified with his reason for an apron; I'm constantly forgetting where I put something down.

[@TheSilmarillian]

great video but true I have a humble workshop with miter and table saw

[@renswic]

Title should be "10 things I was paid to promote"

[@Dominick_Francione]

Actually I work with a lot of professional wood workers who do outstanding very high end work and many of these tools are not in their shops.

[@fiveoboy01]

I’m a hobbyist and I have all of those tools, and many more….

[@eriklinsey1672]

This is now my favorite channel. Simply because your wearing a 1/50th 198th ITB shirt. \m/

[@bentswoodworking]

Erik Linsey thank you and yes it is. I was a drill sergeant there from 2012-2015

[@eriklinsey1672]

@@bentswoodworking excellent. I was there in 09 with C CO. As a rambunctious Joe but hey gotta start somewhere. Well I'm glad I've got an excellent individual to learn from as I jump into wood working !

[@bentswoodworking]

Erik Linsey thanks bro. I was actually in C Co as well

[@eriklinsey1672]

@@bentswoodworking haha yes that's awesome !!! Tell me 1st Platoon Marauders insignia were still there lol. Also on another note, the music levels are fine. People need to adhere to their smart devices volumes warning. lol

[@bentswoodworking]

Erik Linsey I was the Senior for 3rd. I don’t let people’s comments bother me. Volume is all based on device anyway

[@marshallmurrell4583]

Some folks wouldn't be happy if you hanged them with a new rope..... get a life people. Watch and learn. If you don't like what the man has to say, ignore it. If you watch with an open mind, you might learn something or figure out how to do what you do in a better or more efficient way.

[@michaelreyes4276]

Here are 16,000 woodworking plans if you're interested: *WoodPlan. info*

[@allcleanenterpise]

Look forward to some day buying some of the really tools you have in your shop. You working with some cool top notch gear.

[@bentswoodworking]

Keep at it and you will.

[@stijnpeirlinckx9734]

"SHOULD OWN"??!! no no no!! Tools you SHOULD own as a woodworker are a hammer, clamps, some kind of good table, a sander, a drill, a saw, chisels, drillbits, ... Ok, I get the square angle. Yes, any fabricator needs to have that, but every other tool you sum up are just luxury items. Yes they could come in handy for some people, but miles and miles away from "should own"! Common now...

[@TheShackHome]

I agree. 10 tool should of been more focused on actual tools. Circular saw a some type of jig or track saw, budget table saw, cordless drill, impact driver, router or drill press. Apron, i keep thinking of my shop teacher. Guess I'm just too use to wearing my tool belt. I have a smaller version for the shop and keep my tape measure, pencils, square, mini square, centering bits, punch, hammer, screws, phone and all within reach. But those would of been under "Accessories that might come in Handy" video. Festool, that clamp is almost $100 too much for me and not something the average person should own....

[@richardmartin4608]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. A few tools here I will definately be purchasing and was unaware they existed.

[@bentswoodworking]

Richard Martin awesome! That’s why I made it. Thanks👍🏻👊

[@bubbapate5740]

His idea of reasonably priced and mine are very different. All I see was a lot of really unnecessary tools that you actually do not need.

[@ron0126]

Yep. He's standing in front of at least $750 in CLAMPS alone. The little Festool Drill? $300. The pin nailer? $188. The Woodpeckers Square ... get this ... $100. The Incra Square? $70. What's funny is what he says about the clamps -- "You're gonna pay [slightly wincing] a little bit more..." I'm sorry, but the F clamps at Harbor Freight have done just fine at 1/10th the cost.

[@darceron]

Agree

[@AngeloMorandini]

300 to 400$ seems like a reasonable price for an apron LOL

[@quakersmith3828]

I like this wood working book: *www.WoodPlanner. xyz* Some of the topics reviewed in the book include woodworking strategies, description on the growth cycles of trees, and different lumber characteristics which carpenters favor. I also gave my father another copy. .

[@jferares]

Yeah... I'm beginning (which is one of the things he's mentioned at the start of the video). I'm pondering table saws themselves, not attachments for them to drive things closer into the fence. I mean it looks nice...

[@jasonscreativeadventures3900]

Cool I do some amateur leather working I could easily make one of those aprons. It just be a matter of figuring out what pockets and other stuff I would want and locations. Looks like you have plenty of room for additions to yours lol! Thanks man !

[@bentswoodworking]

Jasons Creative Adventures it’s a great thing to have in the shop.

[@LennartAangeenbrug]

Kickback on a miter saw? How? The force is towards the fence.. (still a good clamp is a good idea)

[@bentswoodworking]

Referring to the action of the saw, not the wood.

[@OOTurok]

If you are using a sliding miter saw... the wood can kick up & back if it's not clamped down.

[@k.b.woodworker3250]

About the Jessem guides: Can these be used for most cuts? Obviously not really narrow ones, but most other than that? Do you use them most of the time? I ask because they look like they make it very safe, esp with kickback. People will pay a whole lot for a SawStop, but that still doesn't prevent kickbacks. Ask if you'd rather get brain damage or lose a finger, that's kickback vs the Sawstop. So it looks like a good thing. They look like they'll also help prevent hand damage since getting a hand pulled into the saw would be far less likely. I wouldn't invest in a sawstop since I'm not a pro. Also, thanks for links. It makes it much easier to find the items. Thanks for the great videos, too, which take a lot of time to make.

[@bentswoodworking]

K.B. Woodworker yes I use them the majority of the time. They are amazing and makes using the table saw much safer for all the reasons you listed.

[@lenwalker7393]

Thanks for introducing me to some items I have never heard of.

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@dufftime]

thank you very much. i could've sworn i wanted to buy a few of these items at some point, but completely forgot about them. i've been using my 6" combination square for most measurements, but you always have to remember which side to cut on. of course a marking knife is more accurate but only when cutting with hand tools. i bought the kreg blocks, incra tiny t, and card scraper using your amazon affiliate link.

[@bentswoodworking]

dufftime awesome thank you so much. I’m really glad that you were able to find the information useful. Let me know if you have any questions!

[@peterford4050]

Thanx Brent I find it difficult to get my head around the negative comments

[@bentswoodworking]

Peter Ford no problem. It’s bound to happen, I just try to ignore it.

[@peterford4050]

​@@bentswoodworking

[@angussavory8755]

Peter F

[@bobabooey8367]

That's odd. I scrolled back several days and found maybe 2 or 3 negatives

[@philschneider6237]

Found this video very informative. I like the way you tactfully responded to the negative comments. I'm now a new subscriber. Along the same lines as these 10 tools you highlight.. I would add the GRR-Ripper.. I bought one about a year ago and now use it almost every day..

[@bentswoodworking]

Phil Schneider absolutely! That would have been a great addition. I plan on doing some videos along these lines in the future. That will definitely be added to the list.

[@enjoy9772]

Your title is off. I think you meant "10 expensive tools you should buy through my affiliate links".

[@ellienaedesignscustomizing96]

It’s not...lol

[@ffuukkyootoobffuukkyootoob1411]

Some of these items are pricey, but all of them look quite useful, so... no.

[@loneoakusa]

Pretty obviously a pitch for his links.... He uses each of these overpriced knick knacks EVERY day?

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

I'm new to this channel. I would think that manufacturers are driven by money..ok.duh..but I'm sure the guys that manufacture these things have probably had the same experiences that the public has had..and this is just guessing affiliates give feed back..and. Who knows what contributions that has started. It a way I've never thought..

[@GordonGEICO]

Your comment is off. I think you meant "here's me whining because I can't afford anything."

[@stanleygavin9903]

Nicely done. Thanks!

[@bentswoodworking]

👍🏻

[@wb_finewoodworking]

Great suggestions.

[@bentswoodworking]

WB Fine Woodworking thank you

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

The one that I was intrigued with was the.one.you used at 5:57. The hood down clamp. You can never have enough clamps.

[@bentswoodworking]

It’s the miter saw hold down clamp that comes with the Festool miter saw

[@PIANOSTYLE100]

@@bentswoodworking oh..maybe in the future..Woodworking with out the expensive stuff is challenging. Yesterday was working on child's table. I was making 4 notched corner braces that lock a square profile of a 2x2. I was trying to clamp a 45° angle and of course it slid. Grabbed. a 45 degree cutoff..joined it to the stubborn 45..perfect like your.channel.

[@ronaldprague3428]

Hey man, just found the channel, enjoying it... one minor suggestion: Shorten your intro... it's a bit much.

[@bentswoodworking]

Ronald Prague thank you! Yes, it’s being changed now.

[@LetsGoHelio]

Ronald Prague great suggestion. Also, I agree; I’m enjoying this channel as well! Great content!

[@SnootchieBootchies27]

Yeah, he basically said what he was going to talk about. Twice. I got it the first time.

[@Traitorman.Con.14th.Sec3]

John Eihar It’s all in imperial measures. Considering U.S. went metric in 1893 it is old school. And pricey on top of that.

[@davidmuresan628]

I invented a new Power saw named "Parallel Guided Power Saw" you can see here on you tube under this name. Do you think your shop would benefit having my saw? I wish a partner to manufacture my saw.

[@Veteran1965]

Good advice thanks 🙏

[@bentswoodworking]

You’re welcome

[@Veteran1965]

@@bentswoodworking I checked out the cost for Festool’ miter saw hold down. It was $90 which surprised me but then I read it was made in China! I wasn’t expecting that!?

[@stephenrichie4646]

Catchpenny gadgetry. If it turns you on, go for it. Learn good technique with standard tools and none of it is necessary. Harrumph!

[@WelshRabbit]

Another nice feature of using a 23 gauge pin nailer is if you do have an accidental blow-out, the pin can easily be pulled on out since there is no head and it leaves such a small hole, it's a quick and nearly invisible repair with a dab of super glue and a little very fine sawdust of the same material.

[@bentswoodworking]

👍

[@Bruno-yy3xi]

how about if you have to drive a screw on the left with a right angle attachment???

[@bentswoodworking]

Bruno turn it the other way.

[@Bruno-yy3xi]

​@@bentswoodworkingand if I need to drive a screw in an upright direction? will it work as well?? or I need a vertical attachment

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

It refers to the “type” of angle not the direction of the angle. Whether it’s pointed left or right it’s still a right angle.

[@keithlucas6260]

I bought on like it years ago when they first came out specifically for this reason. It can position at any angle 360 degrees around the chuck and be at 90 degrees from it. Some 20 plus years ago they made a plastic housing one you could adjust even the angle to the chuck from zero to 90 and even back to you another 30. Great for getting those screws angled in when manufactured.

[@garylittle650]

Stand on your head! lol

[@mark261166]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience.

[@bentswoodworking]

Muadibe you’re welcome

[@kramsniggah4333]

Working in mm is simpler and much easier to read, what is 1/7686th of an inch? I know I've exaggerated the measurement but..... Great video though Brent.

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you 👍

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Excellent advice and thanks for the links, the only things. I would reccomend to your list that i use and make my woodworking experiences better are a reliable mechanical pencil for consistent line widths and a good utility knife that is helpful to score certain wood species to avoid tear out or splintering

[@bentswoodworking]

Craig Monteforte thank you. The mechanical pencil suggestion is spot on!!!! I actually talk a bit about those in my shop apron video. You are absolutely correct, a good mechanical pencil is a must!

[@jamesbolger1691]

This guy is only describing tools and accessories that he feels help him, why anyone can find negative comments is beyond me, if it doesn't suit you then it simply doesn't suit MOVE ON!!! go and learn something

[@Bill-YellowDogWelding]

James Bolger- Don't think I have seen a comment section with this many cry babies in a long time. This Old House gets a ton of whiners too. If all these know it alls know so much why are they here?

[@Bill-YellowDogWelding]

@Harry Knows Oh that's right, harry knows everything. Dillweed for sure

[@mudgem3742]

total shill. Most dont need a $185 pinner, or $279 stock guides !!!... is this guy sponsored or what? When i see Festool, I first think of sponsorship, then douchiness...lol

[@revealingfacts4all]

@Harry Knows right, I agree. That woodpecker square is $80?!?!?! That's some seriously over priced stuff. I picked up a machinist square for $7 at my local menards. This begs the question as to why one would recommend such over priced tools for, as he says in his own words, a beginning wood worker. I can only assume he's getting sponsorship dollars.... Oh well, all I can say is I was a potential new channel subscriber but seeing this video, I'll pass.

[@brianralph5036]

Justin Decker why would you want a guy to sit on your face!

[@jaybushwacker7695]

Best video yet....thank you

[@bentswoodworking]

Thank you and you’re welcome

[@woodensurfer]

What is wrong with using MDF as spacers? So many people want to waste money.

[@mlee6050]

@woodensurfer depends where you are, it illegal or something to machine mdf in america so can order it as sheets or as machined in, they not want it machined there

[@russellfulmer2246]

Very nice video. Thank you.

[@bentswoodworking]

Glad you liked it!

[@ginoasci]

take the word “should” out if the title. those are tools you like not a must for anyone else

[@ashpowell9451]

Loving these videos mate, great info. My first purchase needs to be a larger workshop... Haha.

[@bentswoodworking]

Lol, I’m hoping my next is larger

[@thejoshthat]

How does kick back happen on a miter saw? I understand table saw but miter? Really?

[@bentswoodworking]

J E good question. A kickback on a miter saw happens when the wood moves and their pieces will pinch the blade which if you’re using a sliding miter saw will cause the sought to kick out towards you. On a compound miter Saul it will sometimes caused the blade and the whole unit to kick upwards. I hope that makes sense

[@libraman1117]

J E u

[@Joe-ho6fo]

If you lift the miter saw without waiting for the blade to stop you will sometimes get kickbacks

[@Aarondillon652]

Joe DeMarco not if your piece is secured

[@MintStiles]

It actually happens more often than you think. It has to do with the location of your blade, especially on wider stock, where the backside of the blade will catch as it comes back upwards. On a poorly setup (or quality) sliding compound this can potentially be more of a problem, as the back edge of the saw will contact the workpiece and off-cut (often the one that gets shot out). but it will happen even on a non-sliding saw - the effects are just as dangerous and embarrassing.

[@johnpolen8742]

Thanks for your recommendations. I ordered the shop apron after seeing your video. I have the template, but making decisions on how to set it up are always difficult. But looking at yours, I can see that it should be set up around how each of us works. Keep up the videos. They are appreciated. JP from Palos Verdes, CA

[@bentswoodworking]

John Polen thank you very much! I have another video about the apron where I go in detail about the whole setup process from start to finish.

[@heidbumbee1689]

There is more to woodworking than clickety click quick clamp gadgets.What do you make?

[@hueybui]

Thanks for the video. A lot of great tips and some fantastic products I’ll be picking up! Presentation was clear and to the point and video production was great!

[@bentswoodworking]

Huey Bui thank you so much!

[@jorgenio11]

I would have liked to see the tools in action.

[@reedjamie7072]

Since I read *TopFineWoodworking. Com* , I think nothing will ever surpass it as an outstanding woodworking book. The book consists of attractive images as well as drawings and also reader-friendly text. I consider this book a "must have" since it supplies a broad range of information on just about everything working with woodworking and does it quite well.?

[@stevenryan8084]

Best show apron out there is from Calavera Toolworks. They will make it whatever size, lots of pocket options etc.

[@bpowa]

In the beginning of the video, you said that the tools are affordable??? Only thing affordable is the cabinet scraper, and I can find a similar for 1/4 the price.

[@billcoley8520]

You have the best tool flying behind you. The American 🇺🇸

[@lbowen9708]

Not much money is subjective

[@alexjburkhardt]

The title strikes me as a bit of a stretch, but such are the times, apparently. Not a bad list, and no question good quality tools that solve some common pain points in the shop if one's budget allows. thanks for the video. enjoy the channel!

[@bentswoodworking]

Thanks.

[@ashyclaret]

Stick the pencil behind the ear,that's what all good joiners do!lol

[@davidrigby253]

Many of us wear glasses, safety or not, which make ear mounting a pencil a problem...

[@davidmuresan628]

I invented a new Power saw named "Parallel Guided Power Saw" you can see here on you tube under this name. Do you think your shop would benefit having my saw? I wish a partner to manufacture my saw.

[@blakeyokum1547]

Could you put out a detailed video of your shop, tool set-ups, dust collection, etc.... Thanks

[@bentswoodworking]

I have some on my channel for my last shop. Jay Bates also has one on his second channel for my last shop. When my new shop is up and running, I will be doing a new video. I am currently doing a shop relocation series. You should check it out and follow along.

[@tdotgirlsammygirlcomeup9329]

I feel like it’s more accessories other then the clamps 🗜

[@anonmelclean]

What's with all the mean top comments? Yeah the first couple items were more expensive but they got cheaper as they went down the list. I wouldn't call every item necessary either, but he didn't say "need to own to complete projects." Most of these seem like they'd make projects easier, so for me, that fits "should own" plenty.

[@bentswoodworking]

Can’t please everyone