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[@elrobbo6]

look at me, im a woodworker! I can press a button and let my $20k machine do all the work for me, im so good

[@JonnyBuilds]

As a gamer I assumed you could relate to someone else pushing buttons, but seeing how you’ve never hit the upload button on the KZbin channel you created in 2006 it makes more sense.

[@elrobbo6]

@@JonnyBuilds Ah , yes, because having a youtube account means you need to upload videos... If that's how your logic works, probably better that you are pressing buttons now instead of patrolling the streets.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Your channel tagline states you’ll be sharing your gamer content, but hey, it’s way easier to give up on that dream than to put in the work.

[@TheTrendykendy]

@@JonnyBuilds Bah gawd almighty, That man HAS A FAMILY!

[@TheTrendykendy]

@@elrobbo6 Let's see your large walnut table that you make and we can judge whose is better

[@winstonzeb2842]

The end result is awesome! One tip I think you'd like: The bolts are the only thing that stand out on the base. A way I've made new hardware look rustic is to torch off the bright silver zinc coating (you can melt wax on afterwards so they don't rust) It will leave you with a nice dark steel look. Also you can take it one step further and get the nuts and bolts red hot and hammer them a bunch to give them a vintage hand forged look! Great work! Good luck!

[@antman7673]

that maybes it harder to move the table.

[@Tom-hz9oc]

Be careful torching off the zinc. It’s quite toxic when inhaled.

[@aaronlandry3947]

Triangles. Always build the base with triangles in mind. Instead of that bottom bar you might have put in angle beams from the top of the legs to the center of the main decorative cross bars. Would provide a ton of rigidity

[@Momoka7]

The good old triangles. They are used from building houses to other bigger structures like bridges... for a reason.

[@Stellarffxi]

angle beams is what I would have done too...

[@leem8637]

Finding myself shouting "Triangles! You need Triangles!" at the screen... Glad im not the only one lol

[@treborsf]

Triangles are, in fact, the appetizer of stability. 🙂

[@ChelseaOsborne-my1wo]

​@@treborsfthey are also the shape of tortilla chips, which is also a delicious and stable choice for an appetizer. Good call!

[@BrenQ99]

I have to admit that I was most impressed when you routed your own bowties, not just asking the C&C to do it. Gorgeous table. So many layers of thoughtful design.

[@christopherdaniellenewborn5836]

That project came out awesome, even with all obstacles you've had to endure. Kudos to you, John!!

[@Julia________]

The flex problem on the sides even with the 1/4" plate is a perfect demonstration of why I-beams are used in construction. You could in theory just keep making the plate thicker and thicker until it works, or you could add a small spine to it. It's the same reason why a sheet of paper is floppy, but if you curve it, it can support a surprising amount of weight.

[@lukeschmidt]

The ancient Greeks really knew how to arch stuff up. These relatively new wooden i-beams are incredibly light, strong and inexpensive.

[@Tom-hz9oc]

Elrobbo6 disappeared like Where’s Waldo! Beautiful table, and I love that you went through the trouble with fixing the wobble. Most artists would run from that instead of embracing it like you did. Beautiful piece!

[@justinwhite4274]

A fuckin artist? Lol.

[@lorriredmon8212]

I'm in OKC and haven't heard of this lumber yard you speak of. I used to be a TIG Welder, so I REALLY love your big boy toys and watching all the cutting machines especially the plasma CNC! Some of my best times in the Sheet Metal Dept where I worked was watching the machines in process as well as the actual welding I was doing. You built a GREAT table. I love seeing your process.

[@roadtriplover.]

Beautiful table and, honestly, I like base #2 more than base #1. It’s less busy and more pleasing to the eye. I don’t expect I’ll be building anything so tech-reliant, but I’m awed that others know how and have the creative intuition to design and produce such awesome work results. Great job, @Jonny Builds.

[@volrath__]

I dunno if I have just never noticed before but I swear every other line is an infomercial for a different product 🤣

[@personalwatching9312]

Yep. Hated it

[@valsptsd814]

Tax deductions.

[@MakeForLifeWorkshop]

This turned out great! I love all the details in the base; and I'm not normally a fan of resin logo designs in furniture like this, but you executed perfectly and it looks amazing!

[@tereg5]

LOVE that metal work on this combined with the beautiful epoxy in wood. Not many makers using the mix mediums and that's why you are one of my favorite . You are a fantastic artist including woodworker. Love your designs which is one of the hardest parts of projects. Now that you are partnered with Lincoln Electric I look forward to more metal work in your projects.... Yay!!! You are

[@davidsneddon2242]

Excellent result and a truly functional piece of furniture. Well designed and executed John.

[@gerbil7771]

Using a power bank like that for an angle grinder is rather hilarious. Cordless grinders are way cheaper and better than throwing sparks at an expensive power bank

[@peteoconnell3750]

But then your cordless is limited to the grinder only. With the powerbank which whilst is extremely expensive does mean every corded tool becomes "cordless". I personally would not buy one as my home electricity is extremely reliable.

[@TheParkAttendant]

No disrespect my friend. But I prefer my cords. I've had too many times when ALL the batteries are dead. With my cords, I can just keep going, with out the need to constantly changing out battery packs.

[@5280Woodworking]

Yea, I agree. It was a sponsorship so I let it slide.

[@gerbil7771]

@@TheParkAttendant Totally agree but that doesn’t mean you’re going to spend 1000$ on a battery bank that you still need to remember to charge up.

[@TheParkAttendant]

@@gerbil7771 yep, your right.

[@Bob-rr9yv]

I have a couple of 2'x5'x3" pieces of walnut from a walnut tree that was behind my grandparents house. It has been out in the garage for years now. As an OKC resident, Jonny is one of the few I'd trust... just as soon as I figure out what to do with it! You do some awesome stuff.

[@kingjudah7775]

Still got them? Wanna sell a couple? 👀

[@jimrosson6702]

Table turned out amazing great job. The colors look great with the Walnut the top stands out beautifully

[@c.a.g.1977]

Awesome build, Jonny, really love the walnut / metal combo! Those plasma cut legs look really dang good!

[@That_Stealth_Guy]

Despite figuring out your problem with the base before seeing you come up with the same solution in the end. I still enjoyed the build and looks of the finished table. It's important to show people that no matter how good you think your design is or may be, that you can run into problems that require you rethink it. Hopefully, not to the same costs you endured on this project though! Having said all that, next time I am a few hours up the road in Stillwater, I'll be sure to try to stop by and have a beer on your table. Simply because I like how it came out in the end, well and to just have a good beer too!

[@dinkvjr]

That'll be cool

[@rumbelone]

This is not a video about building a table. This is a video about all the sponsors this guy has.

[@drivingacrossamerica8228]

I had a 2013 and a 2023 Honda Ridgeline for a work truck, and they were hard to beat! Great fuel mileage, and reliable. Now I have a “Traditional” truck and want either of the ridgelines back.

[@philipzielinski]

Full welds across the arches would have helped. Attaching the stretchers to the legs with bolts will be the next failure point resulting in wobble again. But maybe a sponsor will have a gadget you can use in an out of place way to fix it. Like, a portable power bank, inside the shop, with outlets on the wall.

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Yeah, maybe some $10,000 gadget that weighs 200kg that does only one thing but was supplied by a partner so might as well flog how good it is that it can do only one thing when he probably has a $5 tool in a draw that does the same thing 🤣🤣😂😂

[@f.kieranfinney457]

Made my day.

[@justinhouse2665]

The build was awesome and loved seeing the problem solving but man it felt like you were trying to sell me something every 30 seconds.

[@daneekaplan4284]

I complained about the same thing- I was a lot

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Exactly, to many I'm using this, or I'm using that because I was given it for free and money to say so.

[@MCsCreations]

Beautiful, Jonny! Really fantastic work! 😃 The table looks mad!!! Well done! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@bobromero2485]

Great job. Looks incredible.

[@cherishireland9194]

I love the design. You pulled it off like a champ.

[@ForgeAheadwithMike]

You could've kept the original 1/8" steel but added extra corner supports and it would've been rock solid. But you figured it out... The table looks great!

[@RS-Amsterdam]

AMAZING. Really love it. Great job.🎉

[@BellyBTNFuzz]

Looks amazing - if only all bars/restaurants went to this level....Great Work!😊

[@ElisaShaffer]

As someone who lives in Stillwater, I’m going to enjoy many beers at that table 🍻

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙌🙌

[@jewdd1989]

Those neon like colors in the epoxy just kill me! So gorgeous and if I ever go to Oklahoma City again I’ll try and stop by to see it in person because I’m sure it’s even more stunning in person! They’re crazy to not have you build more!!!

[@davidr4332]

That table came out awesome experience great job well worth the effort

[@hobbyisthiatt]

Well done on the project and thanks for putting it in one of my favorite breweries! I'm surprised they are taking it to Stillwater.

[@tonyn3123]

Beautiful table and workmanship. Only thing I might have done a little differently is the zinc bolts. Blacksmith rivets would have been my choice. Thanks.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Great idea!

[@tomjohns2208]

Love it, I think the base would’ve looked better in black, but overall, fantastic piece

[@melody5437]

I swear I watched him spray it black.

[@marilyndeminds6105]

Absolutely beautiful thanks for sharing your artwork

[@bmxscape]

you give me so much inspiration!! i know if someone like you can do this, literally anyone could do it. thank you

[@lisawallace3124]

"if someone like you can do this, anyone can" 😆😆😆😆

[@Travelingman724]

Base #2 is definitely an improvement. First base was way to busy. Beautiful table, and your vid is great advertisement for the brewery

[@Texas_Rigged]

aldo is on the home depot bucket at 18:30

[@danmccurley466]

I think both versions look amazing...Great work.

[@TotalBoat]

This table is so cool!! Fantastic work!

[@HerSecretOfficial]

I feel like they kinda ripped you off but as long as you enjoyed yourself and feel good about it that’s all that matters 👏🏽you did a great job

[@Texas_Rigged]

"where's aldo" is at 18:30 on the home depot bucket

[@barbierussell2838]

The first bass was vary Busy. So agree with your decision on changing it ,love the simple simplicity of the second one . Did a awesome job on it lots of work went in to that. Like the small details on the bow ties. It totally makes sense to give that straight so it will last years. I’m a quilter and I tend to get some of my quilts A bit busy, because of prints it’s always a rule to use a background color to soften it or bring the colors out. It’s not woodworking But it’s still hand made ❤

[@outdoortherapy6596]

wow, so much inspiration in one video. Looks amazing.

[@UncommonCreator42]

The vintage colors with the walnut look great! That’s got to be a cool table to sit or stand around. 18:29 where’s Aldo? On the bucket.

[@MrsGump]

Holy shit, how did you spot that? Great catch!!

[@UncommonCreator42]

Keen eye I guess 😊and I paused it right at that moment too! @@MrsGump

[@cyh4031]

What bucket?

[@espjason]

How many tools can I promote in my videos 😂

[@Psychlist1972]

I have had my Ridgeline since 2017 or so. It has had a *huge* amount of plywood in the back from just before the prices went nuts. I've also had long board in there (both through the sliding back window and with a trailer-hitch board support mount. It can hold quite a bit, and still has a nice non-truck ride. We take it to the dump, or to pick up mulch, stones, more. Unlike my old SUV, I don't mind beating up the truck bed a bit. I can park it in the lower floor of the airport garage, which was important for me, because that's the one with all the spaces, but it has a low ceiling. No other trucks fit in there :) Oh, and when we take it to the beach every year, I load the trunk up with most of our stuff so it's not all just out in the open bed when we stop for bio or drinks.

[@donnavaldskatingandfriends3908]

GREAT TABLE!!! LOVE ALL THE COLOR!!! LOOKS GREAT!!!

[@danieldurkton2942]

Hey Johnny, excellent build one of your best !!! The Second version looks great!!!

[@stevedill2858]

Gorgeous table. That white lettering pops in the dark wood and filtered window light. I am just a DIYer but I can so relate to having something that feels so predictable need several modifications. I put an entire roof on with shingles hanging an inch off the edge only to follow up with one inch fascia boards! HA! Lol! I had to scrape paint for weeks that peeled from when the water dripped onto the fascia and then the plywood soaked it up! Still, I saved many thousands of dollars doing it myself and many years later I can say getting my pride smacked wasn't so bad for my youthful character.

[@truthdogschell8473]

The table is absolutely stunning. I love walnut in that table just

[@charliealmm]

Wow, wow, what a job truly amazing hard graft with impressive results. Talent right there !!!

[@Epoartist]

It is extremely well done! Good job!

[@kyliemcdaniel]

I love walnut so much! Beautiful!!! I have a mini storage in Ponca full of it from a walnut tree that got hit by lightning. The right project will happen some day lol.

[@korencollections349]

The table is awesome. Be sure to save the other base to use parts of it for another project. I really like it.

[@bobbiepoynter3848]

Love how you own your mistakes. Beautiful job. KUDOS!

[@russwilliams4777]

Gorgeous! 😻 The "industrial" metal base fits really well with the repurposed building, too, shame it's going to a different location. (Where's Aldo?)

[@dpasek1]

Box cross sections give you the best rigidity for the weight of the material that you use. Box tube is much better than angle stock. That is why you saw such an improvement when you added the channel pieces to the ends. Next time, design box sections in from the start. If you do it right, you should be able to use 1/8" steel throughout. If you want to lower the weight even more, you can make triangular cutouts in the sides of the box sections. Find a mechanical engineer to help you if you want to optimize strength to weight.

[@leem8637]

the original legs were so good! all you needed was a few tringles in each corner of the leg and you'd have been set. Hope to see a new table with those awesome designs in it!

[@william-Bartee]

I respect your work and admire your dedication to your profession

[@AussieDev81]

Wood, epoxy, C channels, bowties with acrylic templates! It's almost as if Cam from @BlacktailStudio designed this table 🤔

[@watchguy7986]

So cool, wish I had your shop !! Way to put your name to your work and do it right.

[@haseebahmed6278]

Turned out fantastic! Why not glue the threaded inserts?

[@nancyfigueroa653]

Awesome Johnny, awesome! Thank you for your skills!

[@melsjunk2645]

Very cool table! Im a huge fan of mixing steel with wood. In my opinion or personal preference i think black bolts would have been better, possibly square headed, then give the steel a rusted reclaimed finish to give it a more rustic look. Btw.....I would love to try a few craft beer sitting at that table!

[@phaelax]

Soon as I saw the metal you were using I could've told ya it wouldn't be sturdy enough. Then again, I was a welder/fabricator for the army so maybe I have an eye for things others don't. But its a far cry from what I'd call "almost ruined". End result looks good, the logo gives me old-skool 70s vibes

[@PghFlip]

Thanks for helping @BlacktailStudio! Looking forward to seeing what you have to offer! Cheers!

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙏🙏

[@leanncowan8760]

I'm going to be looking at that same truck this weekend.❤

[@schrodingerscat1863]

Fix for this was simple, you essentially needed webbing to join top and bottom of the legs directly onto the cross bracing, this is essentially what happened by adding the c channel. With the cross bracing only fixed to sheet metal there is enough flex to allow the table to wobble. Something to keep in mind with future designs, you always have to follow bending forces to the weakest point to find your problem. Then think about a way to transfer that force to the tabletop and the floor.

[@codycleveland3361]

this table is so badass. you do excellent work.

[@jeffreyrichards153]

BEAUTIFUL table, Jonny. As for driving the Honda Ridgeline, I couldn't recommend a better truck. I've owned mine since new (2008). Fifteen years later and despite having one small blemish of rust, the truck still drives like new. (FYI, though, the truck is only part-time all-wheel-drive, but it's an amazing vehicle, all the same.) 😊

[@angusweir8665]

Im sure he built his business from basic tools, from which he made some lovley wood work and for him its working because he has put the work in, people like his stuff and its been built from the ground up❤

[@shirleyradford6907]

Like second version so much better, looks fantastic. Nice job!

[@DavidBird-uu8km]

Very Nice. Lots of good information.

[@alysonsneyd3401]

WOW…final version looks awesome. I like the second version. It looks heavier which will look fantastic in the brewery.

[@rosemarielyles6953]

The end, that was Beautiful love the colors.

[@jonny555ive]

"Where's Aldo" Way to push on, adapt and overcome Jonny. This table looks absolutely sick, I'm totally jealous, but I'm working on my skill set.....kinda. Congratulations brother. This is a beautiful piece. Take care and stay safe out there. ~Jonny5🥁

[@Mike-mm2bt]

I love it I think it is beautiful. Anybody would be proud to have that table.

[@chrisgregor4691]

Great job! But I would use black bolts on the base.

[@CostalCreator]

Truly excellent build! Love the use of tech! "Where's Aldo"?

[@chrisdrummer200]

Could you share a link to where you got that 3.75" flattening bit, thanks

[@MrMaster2k]

Love you videos Johnny! Learning a lot every video (Just like you 😃)

[@BrooklynnWillett]

Great vid, I love watching makers do their thing but I don't think I have ever seen that many product placements and shout-outs in a single video XD I am super happy people work with you though ^^

[@L0rdL0gan]

I am in Stillwater and I love stone cloud looking forward to seeing it!

[@grahambo-42]

WHERE'S ALDO Loved watching this. Awesome job. I love the effort that got put into the base to make it as impressive as the top. Too many builders/makers/professionals don't put the same effort in both aspects so it's great to see more of this.

[@tedinwestv]

18:29 the Home Depot bucket

[@beverleightodd5710]

That is so awesome. I'm so envious.

[@azpcox]

One other option for fixing the wobble would be to extend two of the left sunbeam rays from the logo through the footrest (?) area to the legs of the table. Providing that triangular support your H support missed. There would have been zero wobble from the beginning

[@wcz61]

Johnny as usual awesome. Question the support piece you put in to fix the wobble wonder would it of worked on the thinner material. I believe that support was the answer.

[@tom.coomes]

This table came out amazing!! Great job! Too bad it is being moved to Stillwater, if it stayed in OKC I would have to have a beer on it. It has been a few years since I was in Stillwater, but the next time I go there, I’ll try to stop in.

[@kewlbud8868]

Ever need any custom welding done, I'm only over in the Edmond area, I go you on mig, flux, tig(stainless, mid, or alloy) or stick(doubt you'd want stick on table legs). But you supply the metal and we could save you some $ on pre-fabbed legs. But you did a killer job on the custom legs on this beautiful piece of work!

[@bradstooks6181]

That’s a bad ass table!! Great job!!

[@shawnjengocamping2130]

Jonny this table is amazing, 👍👍 I have a question. I refurbished a bench. The kind with cast ends and wood slats. I used cherry and finished it with urethane however it delaminated over the winter and now the wood is weathered. Any idea of what finish I can use. It will be outside in the winter, covered in snow.

[@JonnyBuilds]

I’d use Total Boat Gleam varnish. It’s made for boats so it stands up to the elements.

[@AdrianTache]

Looks amazing!

[@lorithrower2467]

That's progress for you! I was impressed you know how to use all those tools! I wonder if you started building furniture by hand and then progressed to machinery or do you only know how to use the machines? I am not criticizing in any way, like I said, I'm really impressed, just interested because I've been watching a lot of furniture repair and flipping videos and first time seeing you. I loved the table.

[@briannelson4122]

I'm not sure which I'm more impressed with, how cool the table turned out, or that you took your payment in beer.....$12,000 is a lot of beer! Great job!

[@gpowell511]

Ive heard you mention OKC before but it never clicked that you were here. thats awesome

[@jads9296]

Looks good Johnny. I hope those Pokes in Stillwater appreciate your work! 😊

[@jads9296]

PS. Where’s Aldo?

[@jewdd1989]

Question about the Jackery power grids, which ones will power tools for short periods like my track saw or router?! Unfortunately I don’t camp or go hiking often enough so I wouldn’t need one for those reasons, just powering tools that aren’t battery operated. I’ve wanted to get big sheets of 3/4” plywood especially because cost wise it’s much more expensive to get the 2x4’ sheets overall than the standard large sheets which offer more plywood for similar cost and long story short Menards has a great selection but they don’t have a way to cut them down and for liability reasons they won’t allow me to plug into their store. I have a small suv that doesn’t have a standard plug in and it can’t even hold 4x4’ sheets because it’s an inch or two too big hence why I need something to power my track saw since mine isn’t battery! Definitely regretting not getting the much more expensive battery version in the long run but there are good reasons for plug in too. I could probably go with jackery explorer 300 but the others are so expensive and I don’t know would it power a track saw or other tools long enough or at all for several cuts? Bare minimum I’d have 3-4 cuts of plywood just to fit it into my suv and no I don’t have anyone nearby anymore to come pick up

[@JNewellworks]

Nice work Jonny!

[@rmfberry261]

is there a reson to put the bow ties on the top surface instead of the bottom?