3 LEVELS of Cutting Boards - Beginner to PRO Build

We're back with another 3 LEVELS Build, this time it's Cutting Boards - Beginner to PRO.
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We dive into 3 different styles on this project. Jordan keeps it basic with a long grain board with a beveled edge, Sam builds a beautiful walnut end grain board that includes a juice groove. I build this whack 3D style board that takes more time than is probably necessary.
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[@John_Malecki]

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[@Tom_Prendiville]

I had no idea your catchphrase had reference to squirrels i thought it was squrly like surly 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@neonx6568]

Make a board out of all of the things that were going to be inlays

[@SnowTheBard]

You three should do a wooden mallet build off! The typical woodshop first "real" build and also a useful thing to make just in general!

[@mallardcalls5802]

3 way build a resin river table

[@TimStevens32]

Do they ship worldwide

[@SeanBlader]

Honestly I like looking at the beginner one the most. It's not too dark, it's not an optical illusion in your face, and the design is just elegant and clean.

[@djsoh6041]

agree

[@gsp911]

There is not really anything beginning over this, unless you happen to have a fully professionally equipped workshop to start with. But I agree, first one is the best.

[@jasondoust4935]

It's a crisp piece of work. Sam's board is great, John's is masterful (and I'm a fan of Mondrian) but Jordan's board is elegant.

[@charliewhelan9488]

But the other two are better boards. End grain is much better for knives

[@31decimatedsouls]

I agree, been making cutting boards for about 12 years, made those fancy optical illusion ones and I've come to find out people like them but they dont seem to sell very well. the easy cleaner looking cutting boards go fast, and people want those ones more.

[@JsMaintenance]

I personally like Jordan’s more. Sams was to dark and John’s was to busy. They all looked awesome but sometimes quick and simple is the way to go lol

[@davo7512]

Yeah but after 5 years of use, Jordan’s will be stained while the walnut one will still be the same colour

[@ChrisPage68]

Too.

[@wadeb.5509]

@@davo7512 planned obsolescence and repeat sales...he's a genius.

[@thepurpleperp4564]

​@@davo7512 with the quality of most products these days 5 years of use is an eternity...

[@TarquilSagittairus]

I agree with you there.

[@rikbitter]

I need better quality scrap wood.

[@humancattoy7767]

Don't we all.

[@beardjuice9959]

My first thought lol

[@StArFuRyZz]

I'm pretty sure beginner woodworkers don't have scrap exotics lying around.

[@crazyklemen]

​@@StArFuRyZz you can use other woods

[@DrPosion]

Right, "gonna be using some scrap wood" pulls out purpleheart

[@DIY_Joe]

"cutting board all built from scrap wood" *Pulls out 8ft piece of purple heart* nice job though lol

[@Nheeb]

(it was walnut and then padauk)

[@ivarlaupet8972]

@@Nheeb there was also some Purple Heart

[@dgw3650]

Lol like those "$50 workbench'" vids, followed by a $250 trip to the lumber yard using a gift card or something

[@naphagan36]

That wood was gorgeous!

[@johnross9369]

I know, that's what I thought. All my scrap pieces are in a bucket.

[@TracksWithDax]

If I gotta be honest, I think Jordan's appeals the most to my tastes. Simple and clean. Sam's is lovely but it came out way darker than I anticipated. John's is a sweet design and build process but almost too mesmerizing, lol Great stuff guys!

[@heathermacmillan962]

I actually loved the first one that Jordan did...thought it looked good, and especially the touch of slanted sides so you don't even need extra handles! Great job Jordan!!! 😁👍

[@brandonhoffman4712]

So what happens when you flip it to use the back side? Cutting boards have 2 sides! Personally I just want performance from my board, and all of these land on low performance. A cutting board has 1 job. To protect your knife. Here is a list of things cutting boards shouldn't be made from. Stone, glass, metal, hardwoods, or bamboo (technically a grass!) Here is a list of professionally accepted materials. Rubber, some soft plastics, and some softwood (hinoki, larch, spruce, yellow pine, etc) The goal when selecting a wood for a cutting board is a soft wood that isn't too soft and strong antimicrobial properties.

[@Brett_is_Veng]

Congrats to Sam, i think Johns personality and showmanship is rubbing off on him and his presentation and style are really coming together. Good boards all round guys

[@John_Malecki]

He's growing up right before our eyes!

[@Mike-In-O-Town]

That a good thing or a bad thing. :-)

[@lemm1388]

"It's going to be scrap wood from around the shop" Pulls out a pieces long enough to frame a small house.

[@87ambi]

I personally love the simplicity from Jordan’s board it’s very calm. The others boards are a bit busy 🤗Sam’s board is my favorite. The dark wood and contrast gorgeous. John you did a great job!

[@DeadriseWoodCrafts]

My vote is for Jordan. Beautiful board!

[@jordanheider2662]

Let’s go!!!!

[@keeganturner8807]

@deadrise wood crafts Fancy seeing you here. Sam’s was #1.

[@Heartwing37]

I like Jordan’s the best because it’s sleek and elegant looking! But all are nice!

[@Shoop83]

I think Jordan's got the best board of this trio.

[@thereluctantchef2204]

To have in my kitchen to actually use and see on a regular basis? The "beginner" one. Very simple but beautiful use of the colors and contrast. The other two would be nice novelty pieces to pull out when there's company for something overly fancy (which, honestly, we never do), but that would be it. They're all gorgeous, though. Well done gentlemen!

[@Jaggyuar]

You're telling me a chef like yourself isn't having fancy dinner parties?

[@MaximusMuleti]

I really liked the "beginner" board. It was simple, yet beautiful. But each one had something to appreciate for sure

[@shaggydog7984]

I like Jordan's best. If they were all in a cutting board store at similar prices, I would pick that one.

[@bgpappy30]

I Like Jordans, thank you all for sharing this video and your time!

[@martbert]

Sam your board was too dark in the end but the design is neat and clever. Jordan you chamfered at 27 degrees; Sam would approve of that, love the simplicity of yours. Mamma would be chopping parsley about 9 days earlier than waiting for the other two to finish their fancy layouts. John yours is immense in all ways and perfect for the Zen cook that has to contemplate the very nature of infinity as they chop. C'mon make part 2 of this where you inlay them all into each other and spiral off the edge of the universe....

[@brandonhoffman4712]

I wouldn't let my Nigara homono tsuchime migaki 165mm kiritsuke nakiri with custom western grip in green turquoise touch any of those boards. Ya it's a long name! Might be longer than the title I gave it! Aōmigame (green sea turtle) - Turtle of the kitchen realm, protector of the sheeple, lord of the push chop, warden of vegetable prep, defender of julienne.

[@anthonyscott16]

Wow, this was definitely next level! You guys are true masters of your craft, and I appreciate you sharing your skills with all of us.

[@bryankia]

All three looks great. The last one was bananas.

[@Gazman299]

The young man was respectful of his boss, and of the tools. I like that. He'll do well in life.

[@android61242]

Yes Sam did have the best board . Great Video!

[@John_Malecki]

Wow bob WOW.

[@nathanmorton9656]

Awesome job boys. All are rad. How about a shoe rack next?!?!?!? Looking to make one for my girls and would love ideas and tricks and tips.

[@athannaelanderson3806]

Jordan, simple and elegant.

[@ryanflaherty6900]

Jordan for the win!!!!!!!

[@jordanheider2662]

Hell yeah!!

[@MrClarkeg]

lol Jordan - it's like my girl comment made me burst out laughing!

[@John_Malecki]

Sam is still upset about it

[@MrClarkeg]

@@John_Malecki He wasn't sure whether he should laugh on camera or not, it truly caught him off guard, very very funny! :)

[@TheDexterBeast]

“Jordan you’re fired”. Best line of the episode 😂

[@insertphrasehere15]

Sam's Board was the best. The size was good, it was end grain so won't warp or gouge, and there was a nice subtle pattern to it.

[@brandonhoffman4712]

I'll agree it's a commonly seen board type of superior construction. But I really think people need to move away from hardwoods for cutting boards. Hinoki, spruce, larch, or yellow pine are about all I will accept anymore. A wood needs to earn its place in my home by passing my bar exam! And it better test out between 500-900 on the janka scale while having strong antimicrobial properties. A cutting board isn't something you cook up in a ez bake oven with shop scraps. These are more like fancy serving boards. To which I'll take the mitered one because it's easy to carry, weighs less, and reminds me of surfing which also fits a beach theme which suits me.

[@kolbyschlag5255]

New KZbin video on my birthday! Sounds like a good day to me!

[@jordanheider2662]

Happy birthday!

[@kolbyschlag5255]

@@jordanheider2662 thank you!

[@manuelkaracsonyi5056]

Best thing in the entire shop = those door handles!

[@tommyis13]

Love the boards, all three of them and the 3 way builds too.

[@John_Malecki]

Thanks Mick!

[@aaronkuhaulua5580]

I’m going with John’s board, love that trippy looking pattern.

[@scottsimpey2965]

Are you kidding me? All of those look great but you John just blew my mind to a bajilion pieces.

[@lewiscantplay8639]

Loving Jordans Design!

[@TallGuyDIY]

Man, how can anyone ever get BOARD of these guys?! ... awesome work lads, keep killin it

[@John_Malecki]

Sam will appreciate this PUN!

[@theclassicalcraftsman]

I'm recovering from shoulder surgery, so thanks to you 3 squirrels for cutting board-om. I'll see myself out.

[@bloognoo]

Nice to see the intermediate shop trolley featuring in the intermediate cutting board sequence

[@John_Malecki]

its like we planned it all along!

[@bloognoo]

@@John_Malecki Planned? When you could just get squirrelly?

[@richs5422]

Very cool pattern. Love how it goes from squares on the diagonals to rectangles on the sides.

[@dennisjohansen8490]

"I'm going to be using scrap wood from around the shop." Proceeds to cut down full hardwood lumber boards.

[@Tharrel]

yeah, I'm just starting out and this looks like great wood that I would go and buy just for this one job. Can't imagine just having it around :D

[@TheHillyard44]

Just in time for all my scrap wood needs!

[@RaySchrantz]

Love the optical illusion on the last one

[@mollylundquist9145]

Jordan's---understated, classy, and elegant.

[@Mightyminiedy]

3 clowns building! I love it

[@kylest5585]

You guys should do three work bench’s be rad to see beginner to pro and everyone’s different style

[@kasperchristensen8416]

Gotta say that last one is pretty dope!

[@WHATAGIRLWANTS2009]

Sam's design and execution was the most practical and useful of the three.

[@TarantuLandoCalcuLingus]

I agree but if he didn't use a stain it would have been the perfect board imo

[@andrewking4846]

Next you should do something with the lathe

[@mitchzimmer5380]

"I'm going to build mine out of scrap wood around the shop" *grabs a full board of purple heart*

[@paulthegeek]

I gotta say I like Jordan's the best, looks-wise. I dig that racing-stripe aesthetic he's got going.

[@sarsarsvintagejewelry]

Oh my gosh that last one is awesome.

[@Godemes]

"We take care of our tools here..." I can hear John's voice coming through you.

[@Daphoid]

Then John puts his through the planer anyways :)

[@JGus6607]

Love the multi level series. Keep it up boys. Oh and Happy Holidays to everyone!

[@CeeJayThe13th]

It's a super cool idea and I hope it continues.

[@brandonhoffman4712]

You forgot the other M. This is a MLMS. Multi level marketing scheme, I mean series...

[@zacklynch584]

The videos of your three-ways are very entertaining.

[@thorslacks6185]

Jordan's to me looks the nicest, it gives kind of a modern feel

[@ivandz4497]

I would pick jordan's board, love the simple design, but john's board looks sick

[@shawnnelson8627]

The maple with the purple heart is awesome. Really liked how that grain pops.

[@alanizs99]

Looks amazing guys

[@HK-ns6bn]

I don't understand how this channel isn't the #1 woodworking channel because it's by far the best.

[@thompsonfamilyhuntingadven4036]

Comment of the month goes to Jordan for his “Just like my girl.....” ??? “Wet.” comment. Give that boy a raise!

[@John_Malecki]

Hahahah he may get fired.....

[@thompsonfamilyhuntingadven4036]

For being awesome? No way. The kid punched the day in the face with that comment.

[@nanoreaper5002]

Shocked John didn't add Resin and LED's and some metal inlay too make the most expensive cutting board ever

[@capitalizingondumbmoney1679]

That weird checkerboard is 🔥

[@Tanya_Maria]

I fing your videos so relaxing when you're not doing epoxy 😅 Don't get me wrong I absolutely love epoxy and all the close ups from pouring etc.

[@levilepinski8698]

You guys should do a three way build on a Christmas tree from the lathe?

[@John_Malecki]

We dont turn. But maybe next year!

[@dan.laymon]

"Go watch this 3-way video right here"

[@TheBeowulf55]

I was hoping somebody would catch this 😂

[@ericstokes3976]

Jordan! Love it!

[@killikhivemind2776]

Yup... been my life for about two weeks. Makin cutting boards for Christmas gifts... So fun... *stares into the void* so fun.

[@iplaylax22]

I love that the diy project used a jointer, planer, drum sander, shop grade table saw….you know the kind of tools we all have laying around!

[@ThePirateGod]

"looks like my girl... Wet" I love it

[@o.r.4248]

i love the one George made honestly I love the chamfer.

[@punkstarmike1]

Johns one look so cool the patters makes it look like it's concave

[@matthewwinter3324]

I like Jordan’s the best. Sometimes simplicity is best. Love those clean contrast lines. I like Sam’s but that endgrain got sooo dark with the finish. I’d be afraid to use John’s cuz I’d get dizzy staring at that pattern and probably cut my finger off.

[@brandonhoffman4712]

Jordan's is good for a serving board. Hardwood makes for inferior cutting boards that hurt knife edges. I'd rather buy a yoshihiro hinoki board 1.25" thick version, or the larchwood endgrain boards. Much better on the knives and both have strong antimicrobial properties. That being said the best cutting board in existence might be the Parker Asahi boards. A proprietary mix of rubber and sawdust! Fully self healing, sandable, they even have antimicrobial ones, and all are gentle on the knife. Another goo brand, but mostly for slicing is the Hasegawa cutting boards. They are a plastic cutting board with pure rubber surface and wooden core for lightness. But the kind of grab the blade, so are best for slicing. If your ever in a sushi joint and look across to the cutting boards. It's pretty much always a Hasegawa, Asahi, or Hinoki wood cutting board you will see.

[@brandonhoffman4712]

Ya I though that about the optical illusion too! Woops there goes my fingertip. Lost in the sauce...

[@keeganturner8807]

“BuT YoU hAVe AlL ThEM TooLs!!!” They said like 5 times “we only have this but you could also use x, y, z instead.” Do you expect them to go out and get worse tools just to make a point.

[@theerickstone]

Worse tools? No, but how about less tools. A beginner wouldn’t have a planner or a jointer. I’ll give them a pass on the table saw, and the miter saw, but even still. A beginner might have either a table or miter.

[@evilwoodchuck]

@@theerickstone If you don't have a planer or a jointer, or handplanes and a bench, then cutting boards are probably not something you should be doing if you want it done right, IMO.

[@moegee1976]

I lobe your all’s content!! Especially the 3 way builds!! It’s genius, and one of a kind! Keep it up please. Outdoor furniture sets would be a fun project for the upcoming year! Let’s start 2021 off in the right direction! Please consider and keep up the great content. Thanks guys

[@austinwright2260]

I would like 1 of Jordan's please! Great job dudes.

[@MrHuddelchen]

"gonna be using scrap wood from around the shop". Step 1: Buy a big slap of purple heart for around 300 bugs. Step 2: be poor...

[@joecreatesart6901]

I think all three are cool. The first one is really cool in it's simple design with the red, and the second and third are bad ass too. Wonderful!!!

[@rpaasse6453]

Liked the first cuttinboard the best. Great vid!

[@harry3338]

To be honest i dont like the one from Sam its too dark. My favorite is Jordans because it is just simple.

[@cooperptacek6784]

First( actually )

[@susanulrich3965]

Liked George's the best. Elegant simplicity.

[@CycoBillywoodworking]

and you are the best in woodworking no your just lucky to have a huge shop and a u tube channel to put down people who work in small shops trying to get ahead big shot

[@hipairbrush1053]

Really incredible builds. I really love the low, medium, and high skill level builds.

[@stullesblog6692]

I also like Jordan’s the most.

[@simonedoherty6195]

Great video. All the way through from something a novice could manage (with the great instruction provided), to more and more complex builds. Thanks guys, great job.

[@Maniwasaki]

i like the first one most

[@luismiguellimones2370]

This was highly entertaining and informative at the same time. Bespoke Ive been using for a year a so and their boxes do not disappoint!

[@christopherharrison6724]

I like Jordan’s simple stylish

[@dottyjyoung]

Every time y'all use the miter saw, I salivate over that workbench/cabinet combo.

[@michaelbiegel6973]

3 dorks on camera making fantastic wood works, can't stop watching! You guys are killing it

[@danielzana818]

The MVP of this video is definitely the editor. More comedic asides/word counters please!

[@gabrielarrhenius6252]

Jordans, simple, good looking and not absolutely too big.

[@CarmenBIGPRESSURECaBoom]

I LOVE the checkerboard cutting board! That's SUPER fabulous!!! 👌🏾

[@thegoatley1]

Jordan...classy and functional.

[@washinthewind]

Factoring for experience, Jordan's is awesome! EZ winner.

[@nathanbaker542]

Jordans is my favorite, just a simple board with accents

[@keithpovec6462]

Your guys are the only ones I have ever seen pushing material through a jointer without holding on to the material past the cutter. As a person that has been cut, that scared the crap out of me. Stay safe and keep making awesome vids! 😁

[@dommer6977]

Making the wood pop with oil never gets old! Must be the favorite thing to do in woodworking!

[@543dp3555]

Scrap wood and thousands of dollars in woodworking equipment. Interesting combo.

[@shutterbugg5217]

Jordan for the win.

[@matthewderezinski8103]

Enjoyed them all, I like this series in showing the three different approaches. Keep it up!

[@keithbrock6410]

I love these competition style vids you do, all 3 were great, but man John, that’s one badass cutting board you made!