5 Min vs. 50 Min vs. 5 Hour - Box Build

I try to build boxes in 5 minutes, 50 minutes, and 5 hours. This project tested all of my skillsets and was a huge challenge!
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[@GameWithTom1]

Maybe combine this with the three levels series. Hear me out. Everyone makes the same thing, Jordan gets the longest time, John gets the shortest, see if spending the extra time can bridge the skill gap.

[@stephenmobley8724]

See this is what I thought initially this video was. No one wants to see that much John screen time what are we doing!?! 🤣

[@ct1freak]

Much better idea

[@modestchimp3124]

Great idea

[@IQLion]

Jordan gets 50 minutes, John gets 5 minutes. That would be quite a challenge. Handcut dovetails in 5 minutes.😂

[@Ryan82288]

This video is perfect. I’m an amateur and I feel everything I do takes so long. But this video shows even a box for a pro takes time. Shows a person patience.

[@sureshot311]

Not only was this fun to watch, it was hilarious. "Everything's a hammer" should be a t-shirt. I'd buy that. (if it's not already a t-shirt). Great video.

[@scorpio6587]

"...unless it's a screwdriver, 'cause then it's a chisel, too." --Sam from Dirt Monkey

[@Vickie-Bligh]

"Every Tool's A Hammer" is the name of Adam Savage's book! (corrected!)

[@dakota.cortez]

@@Vickie-Bligh Every Tool's a Hammer*

[@Vickie-Bligh]

@@dakota.cortez True and I should've remembered that. I have the book! 🤣

[@Wolf626man]

Everything is a hammer. 1/2in combo wrench? Nope, open end combo hammer. Vise grips? I think you mean lock grip hammer. Impact driver? Nah man, that’s the ugga dugga hammer. Crowbar? Recordable incident hammer!

[@razorsneck6379]

5 minutes is quite enough to lose half of the fingers on your hand.

[@dankcoyote]

I build mostly outdoor things like decks, fences, pergolas, etc and you remind me of how I am working in my shop. I recently made 8 planter boxes and initially thought it wouldn't take that long. Oh wait, I need to cut 102 pieces of trim and drill out 500+ plugs, etc etc. Everything always takes longer. Whatever the project is, it didn't take long to learn that I need to add 33% of time to how long I think it'll take in perfect conditions. I think it's going to take two weeks, I'll tell the client 3. Besides the work taking longer, or miscuts or whatever, life stuff happens too. Phone calls, people talk to you, you have to go to the DMV or the doctor... just add 33% and it'll keep you sane and clients happy.

[@tmr0806]

Glad to know that I'm not the only person who spends more time looking for stuff in my shop than I actually spend building things. We can never be too organized. It's a constant struggle to make working in the shop as efficient as possible. There's nothing more aggrivating than not being able to find something that you need, when you need it. All that said, building anything in a hurry is a big mistake, and doing so amounts to taking huge chances with safety.

[@Vid_Master]

I try to hang everything I can on my french cleat wall for that reason, otherwise it ends up in the netherworld toolbox drawers hahaha

[@seankelley9347]

You mean the void@@Vid_Master

[@BigSauceOfficial]

Jordan and Sam should do the exact same challenge to see what the expertise levels do to benefit how fast/well you can build!

[@themplar]

fingers will be lost...

[@BigSauceOfficial]

@@themplar they will have to be responsible!!

[@vigilantezack]

The 5 minute box would take me like three hours and two trips to Home Depot.

[@ABrokenSociety]

You have no idea how much this has made me more confident in what I've been able to do since I started wood working a little over a year ago. I used to get so bummed out that it took me 4 hours just to make a damn 14" x 18" drawer, granted I don't use dovetails and all that, I mainly use pocket holes, but I take a lot of time cutting my pieces and getting them square. I always felt I took too long, and seeing John here take 5 hours to make a box... That made me feel a lot better. Thanks, man. :)

[@billsedutto8824]

I like this new time constraint twist. Puts a new perspective on things. But I think you should increase the 5 min to 10 or 15 so your not rushing your cuts and nails. Hate to see you suffer a serious injury for the sake of beating a pointless clock. Safety first!

[@kanedNunable]

yup, plus also makes me realise how long it takes to do some things which you dont always see when its edited. they often take a lot longer to make thing than we think.

[@bgpappy30]

I love woodcraft! I can’t afford to go there but I’ve been there one time. I’d love to just buy myself a new set of turning tools for my wood lathe. Thank you for sharing your time!!!

[@larscw74]

I would love to see you make some more complex projects that take a couple of episodes. Build a really beautiful roll top desk for example, and take us through the different techniques that you use to achieve this.

[@hoops13478]

I want to start by saying I love all of your videos, but this one was awesome! It was fun to see you struggle through things like the rest of us. It made me super excited to get out there and build something!

[@debbido5628]

This is one of the few times you see a channel credit another channel for the theme of their video. Also, I'm planning to get into woodworking soon and the awesome work you guys do is really inspiring :)

[@bg2608ret]

Great video, excellent editing, totally enjoyed it. The quote “Everything’s a Hammer “ got to be up there with “If it’s not going to make a difference, you might as well do it” Definitely t-shirt material, I’d buy

[@derstrom8]

This was way more stress-inducing than the three skill levels. At first I thought this was a great idea but I was surprised to find I much prefer the other challenge.

[@lynnedoyle3654]

Suggestion for next three level build: safety glasses, eye patch & blindfold.

[@RealAndySkibba]

I'm always amazed by the craftsmanship of old wood ammunition/weapon crates. These boxes look great too.

[@jessesleeper8533]

With something as basic as a box, I would already know what tools I need and have everything prepped at the ready. Especially if I am wanting to see how long it takes me to actually build the box and not hunt for and fix tools. In order to compare apples to apples, I wouldn't want to be running from one end of the shop to the other for no good reason other than I didn't have a plan. I definitely like the timed concept would just prep for it (like I would any job) so it's a better measure. Love your channel!!!!

[@andersduus]

This definitely shows the importance of having system in the tools and hardware 😄 my recommendations try to use 5S in your workshop. Then look through your entire videos and see how much time you wasted walking around to find tools, instead of having the tools where you need them and a system where it is easy to find. Then see how much time it takes to make them with an optimised setup. I bet you can take 40-60% of the build time 🙂

[@timothyplumley6004]

Organized workspaces always work better, my tools are set with hand tools dedicated spacing for measurements cutting and finishing... And power tools for milling miters and curves and finishing... But it works for me. The way towards a better future is improvement upon yester( day, month or years) miss takes

[@clutchconnor0]

These are great. Good to see John get put through the paces.

[@bradenwilliams5885]

"Slow is smooth, Smooth is fast" lol watching John fumble with everything on the 5min build was entertaining

[@toothlesschunk1005]

I really enjoyed this challenge. Simply by the fact that you didn't have everything staged and ready to go. You showed all the difficulties you had by not being organized in your build.

[@robertdemaine3818]

Great video to show why it's important to have your shop organized.

[@tamerbatayneh1163]

This video should be called "Why woodworking isn't a timed event."

[@michaelross8794]

Another thought, what about a 1 hour and 5 hour being more of a custom build, but the 5 MINUTE challenge would actually be making 12 in one hour for an assembly line process. So, it would be the mass production method, the quick and dirty (1 hour) and the more involved. Just a thought. What you guys did was FANTASTIC as it is!

[@reniervanzyl8168]

Well done on the challenges. Watching you use your tools really lit up some ideas in my head. So thank you for that. Last box... Pretty awesome. She looks great. Have a good week.

[@MCsCreations]

Something I learned a long time ago, I don't even remember from where, is to always have your stuff figured out before starting anything. In woodworking it means: grab every tool you're going to need and put close to where you're going to work... The same with everything you're going to need, like screws and other stuff. And, finally, enough wood to start milling it. You know? Do all this BEFORE you start the clock, otherwise you won't know exactly the time you needed to do the task. (Now that I wrote it down... Maybe I learned it when I studied about softwares for productivity measurements...) Anyway, fantastic work, John! 😊 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@themplar]

Loved this one too. For me as a total noob with woodworking its interesting to see the 3 levels.

[@angelacarter6593]

OMG, this video was so fun to watch. You earned my subscribe with that 5 minute box.

[@MatthewFleming4]

Great job man. Stayed safe and got it done. The lesson that I got from this is that we can always be more organized in the shop. Maybe a label maker could help with those drawers? Sounds like a job for Jordan. 😉

[@mohedaicebear]

This was amazing I think it rlly exposed the efficiency of your shop would love to see yall try this again in the new to see how much more efficient you can get it

[@christophermacier]

The B Roll at the end of the five and fifty minute boxes had me dying.

[@jefferynichols2549]

This video shows a lot more about woodworking than it intended to. A lot can be learned from this, other than the difference in time frame quality.

[@dylanb6230]

Dude for the first one throw some bags on. All that running around for bits and screws had me dying 😂

[@deathxsharpee2260]

Wildly dangerous but Damn, I like those boxes. Well done, great one-man throw-down

[@UOTDF]

Man, you’re so inspiring. And happy days, my wife just encouraged my to take over our entire garage to satisfy my woodworking itch. Subscribed!

[@iwillbnnedafterispeakwhy6498]

These time challenges are pretty sweet! Thanks for the content.

[@mattyallwood]

This was brilliantly entertaining. Now to buy some merch

[@JEDIMinja1]

Sweet squarely nuts man. You were running harder than a person being chased by a mountain lion. Great content and love yinz

[@robertabullock9956]

Enjoyed watching you in real time attack the problems and issues.

[@edm00se]

That was some serious shop and tool carnage.

[@SpencleyDesignCo]

This was a fun one! Thanks boys!

[@joshuasemprevivo6964]

Got scared a bit that you were gonna hurt yourself trying to rush. Still loved it, and glad you kept your fingers.

[@johnbrooks1422]

Hi Great Video Like Your Work And Sense of Humor Nice Boxs 10 STARS

[@robertlee4172]

One thing that caught my attention was the locating of certain bits, tools, and materials that slowed the whole process. No matter how well organized or scatter brained, a lot of time is spent sourcing out the supplies to complete a project. Running back and forth to the HD for more wood is my biggest annoyance on building anything.

[@connertaylor116]

Loved this concept! Could make a cool game contest show, similar to forged in fire. Would love to see a cutting board version!

[@pierremeyer6376]

Hi John, I really enjoyed this video. Please do more of this time challenge videos. One of my biggest wishes is meet you, Sam and Jordan, visit your shop and build something. Have a great day boys and keep it up...All the way from South Africa.

[@PresumablyTunes]

The 5 minute bow would've taken me over an hour, but this is great.

[@bricenoh]

Nice video. I would like to see similar challenges, but with tool restrictions, for example only a drill, a miter saw (or reciprocating saw), and sander...not all of us have access to a comprehensive shop.

[@kBIT01]

His drill, miter saw, and sander are probably still better than 50% of homegamer setups.

[@Panda_Gibs]

20:38 I feel like every boss should commit to challenges like this. Super valuable lesson learned.

[@SUIZAN]

Thank you for using SUIZAN japanese dovetail saw!

[@barkschat3135]

Customers that hire woodworkers should take note that you can’t rush perfection, especially when you need to take safety into account.

[@FearsomeWarrior]

The three boxes show the progression everyone should expect for the hobby. Things get squirrelly.

[@phurst1358]

Amazing workshop!

[@russbodner1183]

Very cool seeing your creativity fixing things when they go wrong

[@lorangbiter]

Add 50 hours to the concept and make the most Complex box/chair/etc in that time. Amazing video!

[@smu1129]

The 5 minute version makes one rethink shop layout 😁

[@maxkaiser9316]

That was some entertainment !!!!

[@dougnorthcote3420]

Well.. that was a heck of a ride!

[@michelmanning3763]

That was crazy!!! But wath a nice job on the 5 hours box

[@CeeJayThe13th]

I love the 3 level thing!

[@jasondoust4935]

You earned a beer for that effort, John! I ask this of all woodworkers: Was there ever a day where the drum sander *didn't* bust a belt when you were in a hurry..? 8-)

[@MattS...]

I find everything very wholesome about this channel down to how well they refer to other channels everytime they use their idea. Most people just steal ideas and give no credit. And yes my favorite content from you is 3 levels and when epoxy goes bad ;-)

[@BloodHawk31]

Besides the boxes, this shows how mich goes wrong in a workshop, reality versus some unrealistic ideas. I've had many planer issues before, think the worst was a nail in a old piece of wood that chipped a piece if my blade. That just makes me red with anger.

[@arthilliker3721]

caution: HARD HAT AREA !!!!! LOL !! Lots of fun to watch !! Great job !!

[@goawayimbaitin1278]

I tried to speed run a woodworking project once… it quickly turned into a speed run to the hospital

[@nathaniellafrance7988]

''with proper planning'' starts running around for bits and screw gotta love these guys hahah

[@TheTragicTruth]

Love the color of the 50 minute

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Awesome job. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friends keep making. Stay squirrely. God bless.

[@informative_walrus]

Love the OD green punch face shirt/hoodie. Went to buy one but too much cotton. Down south and also "super pudgy" gotta have the poly blend/wicking shirts. Cotton=heatstroke.

[@steveiv9250]

Bahahaha I’m so glad I happened across this channel, I’m busting a gut here. The poor guy looks like he is gonna take a stroke. Brother(s) you guys are awesome. Cheers 🍻. Seriously Thanks for the laughs. Definitely subscribing.

[@timphillips142]

My wife and I went "Wood Craft" today in North Atlanta GA, great people. they had everything I needed and wanted

[@freddyhaycock3536]

Just as I was saying there is nothing I watch on KZbin, John saves us

[@TheBillPayingHobbyists]

Looked like a lot of fun. Thanks for the video.

[@richardglazebrook583]

Ty for sharing love it 😀💜⚘🍦⚘💚

[@austininatx]

This was a blast to watch lol

[@buzzgallagher]

Renovate a house in 5 weeks.... GO! This was fun to watch but nerve wracking hoping for no injury.

[@Alx2672]

We should give thumbs up for effort at the very least. Great video, thank you!

[@stevebatik9320]

Would like to see more like this, or maybe one where you can't use power tools vs using all the tools

[@madmike007]

total cool fun to watch

[@bradleyhall2971]

Purple hart and maple would look great on the 5 hour box. I use that combo on my bowls all the time.

[@sean7797]

Cool stuff

[@bobole6385]

I just built and sold my first box. Respect. The man has skills

[@mrs.9315]

It's Chopped, but woodshop edition! This was great to watch.

[@aidenwise4749]

I would have liked to see more about the actual boxes themselves and their differences to recap

[@louislandi938]

PLEASE don’t worry about the time. All of us would rather you finish the build and still have 10 fingers. Nobody cares if you go over the planned time. GREAT channel! Thanks!

[@craigstyles]

Do a time lapse next time of each build so we can see all the fun in hyper time 😊

[@exotictones1054]

Never have I seen a router bit bent like that.holy smokes dude.it's amazing how long it takes to hand make things.

[@krazyglue1]

I think this is a great series, a. Do love the running around frantic but it could e really informative if you put everything you need out first and then make the object, you could easily make some epic stuff if you don't have to look around the shop for tiny things

[@LiveBetter2gether]

Just wanna see you trying to build stuff in 5 mins from now on. Hilarious

[@Rox123ify]

Hey you know what, 5 minutes to make a usable box is pretty great, actually, I'm really impressed. Not gonna hold lead pellets or anything, but you can use it to store hardware real quick and stuff. More useful than one would think. Never enough containers it seems. Maybe next time do something like 10 mins, 1 hour and 1 day. Maybe lay stuff out before hand. Tasty has staff to prep everything, wouldn't be an unfair advantage.

[@AB-nu5we]

That was excellent. I'd like to see more KZbin makers do the 5 min/50 min/5 hour challenge.

[@parjau4554]

Excellent idea for a video! Very engrossing.

[@Nicool333]

This is awesome. Subscribed!

[@EverydayPastor]

I felt like I was about to have a heart attack just watching this!!

[@williamgreen9663]

Pretty cool. Now let's see Sam's abilities

[@hipairbrush1053]

Time is sure fun when you're havin' flies.

[@JorgenVonStein]

5 min and you can still count them on either hand? That is a victory.

[@timcorley2459]

That was way cool!