A Modern Dining Table Built for the Ages

[@rhettbh]

these videos are some of the best on youtube. no nonsense. no crazy claims. no narcissism. just good old fashioned, highly skilled woodworking

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you for the very kind words.

[@Maker76]

Mike, if it’s a tool and I can make use of it, I’ll automatically love it, I am a lover of tools new and old, my dad died a couple of years ago and left me his tools, every so often I thank him, because I find a use for all of them from time to time, he had things I did not and thought I would never need, but he proved me wrong. Keep up the good work, I love your vids.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thats a good way of looking at it, I think I would agree, useful tools are my favorite.

[@Mikemalone7873]

Thanks for bringing back the biscuit and for not making obligatory negative comments about sanding. Great Work! No need to apologize for being spot on about John Denver.

[@MikeFarrington]

Well said!

[@ssmith954]

Really nicely done! Dark finish wouldn't personally be my choice but the form and build of the table give some great ideas! Thanks for taking the time to make this, and loved the shots of the mountains mixed in.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@VegardKlaus]

I love how you talk over the video while you’re working. It’s a smooth touch to ur videos. Also because you have have an extremely calming voice.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm happy to hear you enjoy the format of my videos.

[@aristosandreou267]

Lovely build! Broke my heart when u stained it black!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@Splash111]

Thank you for no corny music. Well demonstrated video, well documented narrative. Straight to the point. New subscriber because of that !! God Bless you.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. Happy to hear you enjoyed the video.

[@gailchung8353]

I buy new tools and used tools. I just like tools (for a girl) Nice video.

[@MrDavidlfields]

This just popped into my suggested. Nice work. Beautiful Piece. I’m sure the customer loved it. Stay Gold

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you! Will do!

[@markharris5771]

I'm a newbie and I'm just setting up a very small hobbyist shop, and I'm buying a mixture of new and second hand. I bought two Marples morticing chisels off eBay recently. It’s not where I would normally buy tools but it was £8 for both and even if they were rubbish it was no big loss. When they arrived they were far sharper than I could get, so I messaged the seller to find out the back story. They were the seller's late father's which gave me the opportunity to promise to look after them. That is a beautiful table, I really like it’s clean look and some brilliant tips along the way. Another great video, thank you.

[@MikeFarrington]

Sounds like a great find. Marples chisels are pretty good tools for sure. Thank you.

[@mgbwoodwork5653]

Your video style is very easy to watch. And your craftsmanship is spot on also. It won't be long and the grain in that table is gonna show through. Nice job.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@j-bdekker4871]

I just love all good tools, standing powertools i prefer to buy new if i can afford them but i have bought a lot of used stuff too. Handheld powertools i just buy new, i'm 24 years old and figure that the festool stuff i buy today will last me until i'm 50 years old... i love your channel by the way!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm with ya. I'm counting on my Festools to last a long time as well.

[@budigunawan3588]

I always watch the making of tables, cabinets and so on with sophisticated equipment. I always imagine when I could be like you who can use this great tool. if you want to give away used equipment😁

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'll let you know when I'm ready to give some away.

[@budigunawan3588]

thank you, good luck mike

[@robt680]

@@MikeFarrington do you sell these?

[@rubenvasquez3660]

I buy both new and used tools. I am very picky about buying used tools but when I do I usually find I made a good purchase.... like you...I enjoy the stories that go with them. I feel that the person who used it before me, well, had also given me his blessing of his tool

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm right there with you.

[@soberlivingwithbrianfrankl8254]

I'm a hand took woodworker, I love the old vintage tools. I think things 2as built better back then, or at least took pride in what they made. That's what got me in to hand tool work. It was so nice to to you bring out the hand plane. Great video

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. I agree, with only a few exceptions, older tools were made with pride and to a higher standard.

[@soberlivingwithbrianfrankl8254]

Thank you, I think it's nice to see a guy with a shop full of Machines pull out a hand plane still. Lol. Subscribed! Thanks again

[@MikeFarrington]

@@soberlivingwithbrianfrankl8254 Sometimes a hand tool is the best tool for the task at hand. Great to have you onboard.

[@cctelsys7969]

When skills are a professional career. Well done. Great job and thank you so much for video.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@texasbuckeyeworkshop7921]

MIke: To answer your question on Tools, I prefer used when possible, I have a good used cabinet saw , band saw and Jointer . The best deal was a free full sized drill press that needed a new spindle shaft. Im a hobby woodworker so I haven't invested in some of the more expensive tools like a domino etc. I think that for a Pro like yourself or even a part-time Pro those tools are huge time savers. Inherited tools like some planes I have that were handed down from my dad have a special meaning. I enjoy your channel, You are a true Pro. Cheers Jim

[@MikeFarrington]

Nothing like a good used tool. Save some money, get a better quality tool. Most of the neat tools I have are really just for speed. Not needed, but certainly nice to have.

[@builttolast7286]

Thanks for the video, I’m about to start my first dining tabletop in Cherry, so was looking for hand-planing tips. Will be using my Stanley 8C. Love this one; paid $35 at a yard sale about fifteen years ago. Great condition with gorgeous patina; no rust and appeared to still have the factory grind. I’m a hybrid woodworker with STRONG leanings toward hand tools. New or used makes no difference, as long as it’s a quality user at a good value.

[@MikeFarrington]

Two hand plane tips, get it really sharp, and work 45 degrees to the grain, as well as with the grain.

[@dale8989]

You Sir are a True Craftsman. I enjoy your videos. Very peaceful to watch

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@watsoncopier]

My grandfather was a carpenter his whole life. i used to love driving around the small town we live in while he would point out the houses he and his fellow carpenters had built. And then have him explain how they did it with no electricity amazed me. Folding wooden rule, hand augers and drills, two man cross cut saws, draw knifes, plum bobs etc. I was fortune enough to be given most of his tools when he passed, some very useful and some sentimental. So to answer your question, i would definitely say Old Tools.

[@MikeFarrington]

I'm with ya. Thanks for sharing.

[@robertgallagher374]

Great build! I am with you on owning good tools, if they happen to be old, even better. I have a Delta 6" jointer that was made in 1939 out of cast iron. Thing is a beast and finding blades for it is a pain, but fun to think about what projects were made on it long before I got it. I also have four hand planes that belonged to my great grand father are at least 100 yrs old.

[@MikeFarrington]

Those old jointers were really well made. Thats a great tool to have.

[@hansschernthaner8360]

Love the clean lines ! Very professional workmanship. Awesome shop !

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@RelaxEnjoyMusic]

I love the way you work with modern and old tools. Great job!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@paulsworld07]

My late step father was a rough carpenter. To this day I have a handful of his hand tools in my shop that are still my go to items to use. Kind of like your 100 year old plainer. There's a reason it's still around at 100 years. Because it was built very well and it works. I don't mind purchasing new tools but I always look for the old ones when time permits because like you said "better tool for less money". Beautiful table by the way.

[@MikeFarrington]

Yes! Tools that have lasted this long are well made. Thank you.

[@garrydye2394]

Wow...two shooting stars in only 5 seconds of video. I had to slow it down to watch a few times...very cool. Great shots.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

I know taste varies but who the hell could thumbs down, tradesman who are a shade darker green than the hulk? Very nice job. 👍 So glad I subscribed. Good voice over too, the dry humour thrown in makes me chuckle. Thanks for posting.

[@MikeFarrington]

As I like to say, different strokes for different folks. Thank you for the kind words.

[@TheWarriorWorkshop]

I like both new and old. If you are buying a new cabinet saw, I think your a fool if your not getting the saw stop. The older jointers and planers are hard to beat. Hand tools save a lot of time in certain circumstances, but they are very specialized tools that get costly quick. Nice video my friend

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I agree with every word.

[@dbergman23]

You are the first person on youtube that i've heard mention that biscuits for edge jointed glue up were just for ease, and not for strength. Thank you for this!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. If done correctly an edge glued joint is stronger than the wood itself.

[@jurylu5434]

Mike Farrington absolutely well Said, I've tested the method of edge gluing, yes if done correctly the wood will break before the glued joining.

[@MikeFarrington]

@@jurylu5434 This is true, the glue line is stronger than the surrounding wood.

[@bougie86]

Mike is right, I learned it the hard way before :(

[@MikeFarrington]

@@bougie86 Ha! I bet this makes for a good story.

[@mikehunnell2462]

Wowsey wow wow!!! Are you kiddin me that table is just unbelievable! Thank you for posting!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Mike.

[@Phiz787]

The under the table paper roll is genius. So simple, yet makes it so easy to create a glue or staining surface. Excellent

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Its a neat trick for sure.

[@MaydaysCustomWoodworks]

I'm a self employed wood worker. If I can find used tools that are from a good manufacturer and taken good care of i will buy used for my bigger tools like planer and table saw and stuff. But I usually am looking for a very specific make and model so used ones are hard to find. On small tools I like to buy new because their life expectancy is lower and i want to have confidence that the tool wasnt abused.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thats kind of where I'm at. I have a few tools I want to upgrade, but I just can't seem to find the exact tool I am looking for.

[@SyberPrepper]

Blown away by the quality of your work.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, thats very kind.

[@Ethanmor]

These are indeed some of the best woodworking videos. I think that your method of filming your work - and that efficient apprentice woodworker/human roomba at work as well - and than narrating the video afterward is excellent. Its far more effective - and has I suspect - and is less of a distraction on your workflow that trying to narrate and explain what you are doing when you are doing it. Easier to do one thing at a time, especially when working with power tools, then to explain the how and why later. I find the choices of what tools to use for what tasks, what method of joining two pieces of wood and why the most interesting thing about your videos and those of other experienced woodworkers.

[@jollyinc]

Whether I buy a new tool or a used tool, it's new to me, and new to me tools are always great.

[@MikeFarrington]

True, thank you.

[@Yarosien]

hey mike, i think you are absolutely right about buying used tools, in addition to the lower cost of pro tools, you are helping old professionals to get rid of tools they don't need anymore, and that's noble...

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, this is a good way to look at it. I have help several guys get rid of tools prior to retirement.

[@anthonysmith9410]

Gret job. Used tools are fantastic as long as they were maintained and not abused. My everyday tools are new, drill,impact driver, grinder, jig saw....the regular stuff

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm with ya.

[@JaredCzaia]

Love your vids Mike. Your narration is a perfect combination of insight and humor. Always fun to watch.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@JohnSmith-qv3db]

Great video and can't fault your workmanship but I do question the client stipulating a certain type of timber (to match the existing) and then staining it black!?? The beauty of the timber is completely lost, it could be anything under the stain. Your videos are well made and informative without being preachy. You've also convinced me to look at holidays in the states with your little travel pitch. 👍

[@MikeFarrington]

What the video did not show very well is the finished product. It is really hard to capture shinny objects on camera. The finished product matched the house pretty close, which pleased the customer. Also, I pay less for the knotty alder used in this video than poplar or clear pine. Plus alder stains really well, so this lumber is the best choice for a bunch of reasons.

[@eyeswideshut2800]

@@MikeFarrington the knots compared to the smooth looking finish on top was off putting but maybe the light is not picking up the character well but still a nice piece

[@MikeFarrington]

@@eyeswideshut2800 Thank you.

[@TheBenjammin]

Do not come to the US for vacation. We are a crime ridden 3rd world hellhole here. Your likely to get robbed, beaten and or raped, plus there's nothing to see except tent cities.

[@MrTrapper28]

Used tools every time, however they need to be very high quality and been very well looked after.

[@MikeFarrington]

Agreed, they must be in good, well cared for condition.

[@SilverShinepony]

And of course easy to maintain and accessible replacement parts

[@Aladeen279]

New tools because old tools are difficult to get here. On a side note: You can't be too cheesy when describing the beautiful nature in the US. You are gifted with such a nice place to live. Greetings from over the pond!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@jonfrisch2584]

I have mostly new tools, but in my next life, I plan on having a more vintage quiver. Very nice build sir!

[@MikeFarrington]

Good stuff, thank you.

[@byejason]

Wow, it was so lovely ... and then they made you stain it. I wept.

[@MikeFarrington]

Jason, I hear you. I am forced to build what people what to buy. Its just the way things go. I hope that tastes change soon and we move to a more natural look. I can dream, right?

[@scoutandlouie4652]

On the bright side of that in 75 years when some young whippersnapper decides to refinish it they will strip that finish off and find a stunning table! Well done sir!

[@SansP3ur]

I don't mind dark stains when done in the manner you did this table. As you expressed in the video, the grain was allowed to show through-which helps immensely. I mostly appreciate that you didn't flood this with an epoxy coat. Gorgeous work either way. Liked & Sub'd.

[@datokrm]

Mike Farrington uh

[@PrettyGreenMonk]

Lovely work !! Inspirational

[@newzerozeroone]

We love Leadville. My wife and I went there from Durango on our way to Denver. Such a gorgeous little town.

[@MikeFarrington]

Its a great little town.

[@thejuiceisloose8703]

I like new and used tools. I've never bought any really expensive tools. Just mid grade and some cheap ones. In my line of work(commercial contractor) my tools take quite a beating. I've always made do with what I have. Nice table though. Lots of comments disliking the stain. I like stain and I like natural. All depends on what look you're going for.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm with you, natural and stain can both look good depending on the surroundings.

[@gak2008]

besides the fast that his voice is relaxing. his shop is clean and organized...i mean if i had all those tools i'd build so much! watching this stuff is relaxing

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@Viewsonic61]

Beautiful table I wish I had the skill level that you have. Very enjoyable post including the images of the Rocky Mountains. Thanks for posting.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@owenjennings8575]

I just discovered your channel and I am loving your videos. The voice-over is just fantastic. Keep up the good work my friend.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much, great to have you onboard.

[@carpenterone3]

Beautiful job Mike! I like new cordless tools but prefer older Stationary tools, I have an old Delta 8 inch jointer and an old 15” planer. My powermatic drill press and table saw are 05 models, I bought all my larger equipment used.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, Yes, new cordless is the only way to go!

[@wvoutdoorman]

love Leadville. climbed Mt Elbert two summers ago

[@MikeFarrington]

Great place. I would love to summit one or two of the peaks around here.

[@robertw.1499]

Your narration, speed, intonation and melody of voice are perfect for this kind of build video. Lovely table, great explanation, looking forward to watching more of your stuff Mike 👍👍👍

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. Always hard to know when I am on the right track with respect to speed of clips, how much detail, what is too long, and so on. Happy to hear you like where I'm at.

[@robertw.1499]

Mike Farrington I‘m a coach for such things Mike so know good when I see it👍

[@MikeFarrington]

Great to hear from someone with some experience. Input is always welcome. I'd be even more interested to hear some constructive criticism. I fully admit to being an amateur video creator, but I am working hard to get better.

[@robertw.1499]

Mike Farrington Can‘t comment on the video style of shooting and editing Mike, all I know is that you more than achieve the aim. This is confirmed when I read some of the comments on your stuff and style from others. Im British but live in Germany. Shame im not in your vicinity, I’d volunteer my time just to learn from you 👍👍👍

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, thats very kind to say. If you ever find yourself in Colorado, send me a note.

[@steverochon1620]

Spring of 1980, my GF, (now wife of 37 years) and I drove out to Colorado to visit UNC at Greeley, where I had been accepted to grad school. We drove straight through, taking shifts. I awoke as she was driving through the eastern plains with the Rockies in the distance, but looking like you could reach out and touch them. At that “wow” moment, the tape deck was playing Poco’s “Good Feeling to Know” and the line “Colorado Mountains, I can see your distant skies. You’re bringin’ a tear…….of joy to my eyes!”

[@MikeFarrington]

Love it, thanks for sharing.

[@pthanos]

"Client requested alder specifically to match the rest of the woodwork". "Client also requested that the alder is stained jet black".

[@MikeFarrington]

The end result is not jet black, the grain and knots show through. This doesn't show well on camera.

[@brenyboy26]

I thought the exact same thing lol

[@DeA2875]

Clients do be doin’ that

[@Spooms1961]

Yeah…I was a bit puzzled by that also. But after reading some comments, I now understand. Nice one.

[@AbamAdy]

amazing......sir you're the best maker on youtube

[@TheHarryroks]

Subscriber count disagrees...

[@carpenterone3]

Subscriber count means nothing, A lot of the woodworkers/builders on KZbin have been on longer then him, Also his channel is professional casework and building not diy stuff that casul non-professionals would watch. I do custom kitchens and millworker in San Diego and I can assure you is is one of the best on KZbin!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you guys for the kind words. Views and subscriber count are very much a factor of time and how closely you follow the YT algorithms. My channel has done pretty good without posting very often. Also, my videos are pretty specific.

[@BrenoLuna]

Carpenter One3 Agreed! Subscriber count is a vanity metric that's not representative of the quality of the content. I'd dare conjecture Mike's fanbase comprises woodworking enthusiasts that are in for the original, high-quality material, instead of mere "sheep" that go with the flow.

[@SpareroomWoodworking]

Agreed. I love the professionalism that Mike portrays in his work/channel.

[@YoyoDing]

Hi, nice work! May I ask what's the top coat you spray on it? It looks amazing~

[@tracybrislin]

I learn so much from watching your videos! Like having the Shop Apprentice at beginning and end , He will cherish these clips down the road.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@mr.coffeecreations4340]

Nice!!! About the new and used tools... I like new stuff but I would be very happy if I found something that has being working for 100 years and it can still work twice as that!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@mylyric9044]

Seems like a lot of work done by a single person, but the final result is really satisfying 👍🏾

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@RJSteer89]

Beautiful table! I think I will try a similar design for my next build. Thanks for the video and great editing. I have one question, did you attach the top to the legs at all or do the edge boards on the top keep everything in place well enough?

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I used angle iron on the outside of each leg with some lag screws.

[@Joaquinek]

Wood its so beautiful 😍 why killed it with black 🥺

[@scientist1200]

I just stumbled upon your video. It was a real treat to watch you construct such a beautiful table. As for old tools and new tools, I like em both. Of course, old tools have more character. I've got plenty of old tools that were handed down to me. My favorite is an old hatchet that my step dad gave me. It splits cedar roof shingles in the most satisfying of ways.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Sounds like a very nice hatchet.

[@spacecad5031]

Mike, very cool as always with your commentary. Absolutely agree with your opinion of acquiring and using perfectly good ‘old’ tools. I have my uncles adj.square that he was issued during his time during WWII working on some sort of infrastructure rebuild in Europe at the tail end of that war. Totally agree in regards to Leadville ...miss it terribly.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. Thats great you know the history of your square, really cool.

[@Badgerworkshop]

Looks great. I bet that was heavy to move.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, it was.

[@st170ish]

Doubling the thickness "Bolstering" is the word you may be looking for... to reinforce. Nice work, its a pity you had to stain it

[@MikeFarrington]

Yes, fitting word. Thank you. I agree.

[@holyfreakinguacamole]

Yeah, the "rough" stage looked really nice. Ah well. Hey Mike, are you a climber? Great work!

[@pwhsbuild]

Quick question if you catch this: How did you attatch the table top to the legs? Did you use a couple dominoes or? Great woodwork, editing and narration!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I edited that part out, but I just used a piece of 1 1/2" angle iron drilled into the top and the outside face of the each leg.

[@franklempka2159]

Hi Mike, there is no doubt the older tools are more stable and precise, I have a Mikita 10 inch slide compound miter about 12 years and just built a work bench for my grandchildren and it got me again, the long pieces are square cut and the short pieces are a little off because one side of the fence is a little off, my 40 year old tools are right on, amazing seeing you with one of the oldest professions, and great at it, what I mean you understand the art and you care what you are doing!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. I do my best, and I keep working to get better.

[@sabbic]

Very nice video. Been to Leadville several times and it's a beautiful town. Wife and I loved walking around town.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Agreed its a very nice place to walk around.

[@marcelooliveira3257]

Very nice work Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@mchilly]

When I look at purchasing tools, I try to find the best value for my intended purposes. Sometimes that’s new and other times it’s used. The return on investment is also important to me where I take into account the costs, accuracy, frequency, and length of ownership. ...and if I start to over-analyze the purchase... I won’t use any of this methodology.

[@MikeFarrington]

I suffer from over thinking as well sometimes.

[@jamespatrick1548]

Loved the dark stain. Timeless and elegant.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@Crooks103]

Probably one of the best wood working videos.. Excellent

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@elguapo1507]

You can't beat the feeling of using old tools. I still use my dad's old tools today and have done for many decades. Great memories!

[@MikeFarrington]

I agree, thank you for sharing.

[@tonytunnell9873]

I do professional Millwork installation. mostly commercial high end churches temples ,things of that nature. very large jobs when it comes to tools I prefer tools that I can afford .if I find a tool that is used that's in excellent condition and the caveat being I have to be assured that that tool hadn't been stolen on the account that I have a neighbor who is a cop who told me "if it could be traded for meth it will be "so therefore be careful who you buy them from.

[@MikeFarrington]

Good point. I always size up the person selling the tools before meeting. If I met with a person who looked strung out, I would walk away from the purchase. Virtually 100% of the time its a fellow woodworker.

[@PJGalati]

I love old tools, but if it's battery powered, I try to buy new at the lowest (best) price I can find. I will hunt down a deal for many months until the price is right.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, I buy all batteries and battery powered tools new. I'm also a bargain hunter.

[@AndreaArzensek]

I’m so glad I subscribed to your channel! Fantastic build. Cheers 🍻

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much!

[@jacobhornsby5579]

What a slick, smooth result. Very nice! Has a extremely high end look.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@nanateali1038]

thanks for sharing, it was so beautiful without the black stain, I like your workshop it is so beautiful

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@holeHeartless]

The hard thing about doing anything that looks simple is that you don't have detail work to cover up any mistakes. This was a flawless job, well executed and beautiful end result sir. If you don't mind me asking, how long did this build take from start to finish?

[@LuxusHomeCreations]

Thanks for sharing and well made mate

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@chriszen4128]

Great table!! I buy used unless when I get to someone's house and the yard or house is a mess, then I won't buy from them. Sounds prudish but I figure if they don't take care of the simple daily tasks then who knows how they treated their tools!! But yes, used is almost always better. Unless I missed it, what is the other state song of CO?

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. This is a good point. I just looked at a tool the other day and the guys garage was the biggest mess I have ever seen. I said thanks, but no thanks and walked away. The other state song is Where the Columbines Grow.

[@berlindaarmijo9251]

Well done!! Came out prefect...love the plain style look. Its So beautiful. Thank you, for sharing your gifted talent that you do so well.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you so much!

[@philippadilla9207]

I enjoyed your video, you have great working skills and a really nice shop,your son is a nice touch to your video and hopefully he will follow in your footsteps. As for buying tools, l enjoy new ones because of the opening of a crate and revealing my purchase and assembling the machine. I never seem to find machines that don’t need repair or that are single phase. Keep putting out your video’s.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@auxiliis8366]

"would you like cheese with that wine?" lmao Imma use that some day

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thats a good one.

[@vitalikd]

Now where could I buy one like that and how much it cost? Thanks

[@MikeFarrington]

I could build you a table if you are serious. Feel free to email me via my website.

[@randomsandwichian]

Alternative title: (literally) Jig for the ages

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, I like it.

[@Norwegianwoodworker]

It came out lovely, good job. Quick tip from a slipdisc housbuilder/woodworker. After a big slip, I was sure my physical days were over. For a year my back was rubbish, couldn't rip one without getting backpain. . Then a workmate of mine told me to start doing the Plank and side plank every day. Takes me 10 min before shower after work/projects. And strengthening up the core muscles fixed my back and my belief in future and present hard work :) Today if I slack of the rutine I start to feel the issues again so I just keep it going. Try it, I guarantee it will help more than chiropractors. Best Norway TR

[@MikeFarrington]

Good advice, thank you.

[@167curly]

I love that table's sturdy simplicity, Mike. It was good to re-visit one of your earlier presentations.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks Phil.

[@jerdow]

About to undertake a large build like this. Any need to attach the table top? If so what did you use?

[@MikeFarrington]

I used angle iron on the outside of each leg with a couple lag bolts.

[@SuperKwame1]

Mike I think you got the right idea, Nothing beats a great tool, regardless of the age.

[@MikeFarrington]

Yup. Good tools last a lifetime.

[@Ludeguy83]

I like buying new tools, because when i scuff them up, i always remember what i was building with it... makes my tools more personal to me, like a memoire of the journey i had with my tools! Awesome build man! Love the table!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thats really cool. I hadn't looked at it that way. Thank you.

[@papasteve215]

Great job. I’m a tool junkie too. I’ve been buying tools since the mid to late sixties. New or used is of no consequence to me. Like you I love the story behind the tool. I have tools from my dad and granddad and when I use one of these tools I think back to memories of them Good job on the video

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Good stuff, stories make tools more interesting.

[@skylerpollard6262]

Mike, thank you so much for taking the time to put together such a great video and show your outstanding work. I was looking to build a kitchen tabletop myself (experience level- I know an excellent marine carpenter) and checking out videos when I stumbled on yours. My boys and I were watching this morning and my 4 year old commented "that's a lot of work"..... exactly what I was thinking a few minutes earlier. I also couldn't believe as others have commented that you had to stain it black when you were finished. I too work in an industry where we give them what they want.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I have had a great deal of fun making videos so far. Regarding the stain, I wasn't in love with doing it, but I don't think most viewers take into account that this is a table is a very large room. Its only a very small part of the overall look, and if it were left natural, it would have look horrible. Even still, not my first choice, but I just build what people want.

[@shannonropp]

I enjoy new tools but also love using old tools as well. I like to think of the craftsmen and what they were thinking while using the tool. Nice build on the table. Entertaining video!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm with ya.

[@jeffpower6473]

I’m a full time finish carpenter, I buy used tools. Most of my tools are 20 plus years old. Miter saw, table saw, router, nail guns, etc. I’ve been blessed to find barely used tools. I’ve find the older stuff to be not only less expensive, but much more accurate, easy to adjust, and durable Thought I’d ad. You pretty much have my dream job, in my dream state. 😉

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, I have worked hard and gotten lucky to get where I'm at. Colorado is a nice place to live.

[@jeffpower6473]

Mike Farrington how big is your shop? It seems like every shop I’ve ever had ends up being too small.

[@MikeFarrington]

I don't know exactly how big my shop is, its about 27-2800. This shop is too small for me too. I could easily use another couple thousand square feet.

[@terrystephens1102]

Another beautiful piece of furniture that last for many years 😃👌👏👏👏👏

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much Terry.

[@jodiepalmer2404]

Nice to see that your teaching your little Apprentice to follow in your shoes. I hope you pay him with some love and attention.

[@MikeFarrington]

Its great to have him around, I show him how to do little things here and there, and yes, I pay him with every ounce of my being.

[@Rossco242424]

I like used tools mainly because they are already put together. Great video, beautiful table thanks Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@BabaG]

As usual I stumbled upon this video just as I seem to do going down the worm hole, anyone who looks at my history of videos I have watched is going to have a hard time trying to find a pattern & logic behind what I watch. In any case wanted to say, I liked watching this video & then looking at other stuff you have done & what stands out is your attention to detail, it matters to you & that is something I find generally missing in the culture/society we live in. KZbin has given me the ability to come across folks like you & give me hope that there are good folks who care about the craft, they care to do the right thing etc. Thank you for sharing. The few tools I have are all used tools or were bought as refurbished/open boxes. I live in a one bedroom Brooklyn brownstone, dont have much space for stuff, so this is how I vicariously watch and get joy. Wonder if this table could be built with just a few power tools and lots of elbow grease i.e no planer, no jointer, no domino/biscuit maker etc, just a circ saw, a miter saw, a sander and elbow grease. I am guessing not.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. I am passionate about the craft of woodworking, I also like to do things right. I could build this table with a workbench, three hand planes, a sander, a circular saw, and a drill. It would just take forever.

[@BabaG]

@@MikeFarrington So for someone like me with not many tools & not much space it is still doable, would be project to be done over time, for you this is also work & time is money, but glad to know it is doable for us minions as well. Thanks for being dedicated & passionate about what you do, says a lot about character as well, hope it rubs of on those who work with you as well. You can teach how to use tools etc in any field (mine being computer science) but you can't teach character or passion, that is part of the person.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Agreed, you cannot teach character.

[@DanniBee]

I just read Angle of Repose by Wallace Stegner -- part of the book is set in Leadville and I didn't know what it looked like until you posted those photos. Beautiful. Thanks for sharing, and for the videos, of course.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Its a neat little town for sure.

[@zalllon]

Another great build and story told by you. I always pick up on something you've done in terms of something I can use. Since I'm only doing woodworking as more of a need vs a hobby. Learning to do things creates both an appreciation of what it takes to do something well, but also the ability to recognize poor work. That's what has lead me to do things myself. Regarding used tools, I did buy a 14' Delta bandsaw. After watching videos to clean it up and balance it, it runs pretty good. And the good thing to note is I'll be able to sell it for pretty much what I paid for it in a couple of years once all my projects are done.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. A good 14" bandsaw is a great tool. I have bought and sold more tools than I can count. I always buy used and when I sell I normally break even. So in a sense, I just rent my tools.

[@stevenclark7070]

Woodworking is a labor of love! Mike you did a great job and it a pleasure to watch. Reminds me of why I got into it. Take care of that back!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Will do.

[@stevenclark7070]

Been in the business for 38 years. Last 15 has been in office because my back just can't do the work anymore. Wish I still loved it like I use to! Good luck and keep the love alive!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm sorry to hear of your back issues. I know several people who's work was ended to soon due to back issues. Spreading love for the craft of woodworking was one of my hopes when starting this channel.

[@stevenclark7070]

I certainly hope so. My experience it's a dying craft. With the technology now a day you see a decline in younger people's interested in it. Their great with computers but lack the knowledge of hands-on. Thanks for sharing your skills and may the wood gods smile upon you! :)

[@MikeFarrington]

@@stevenclark7070 I totally agree, thank you.

[@Yahoomediaclub]

Absolutely Remarkable Carpenter, Love the old school tools.Great Piece ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@annchanjimbat7048]

Wooow 😎.,. very gooooD and fantastic skills in making dinner table... absolutely Very3 good inventions & good money investments, thanks for sharing.👍👍👍❤️

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.