Building a Tool Chest out of Scrap for an Antique Tool Collection

[@johnpsmith19]

That was incredibly pleasant to watch...

[@ChixieMary]

The hours of thought and planning it must have gone into this piece before you even started with the wood! Cataloging, inventorying and measuring every piece of your magnificent tool collection. 😮 To then space plan it all, to fit inside this deceptively simple rectilinear box. Well done Sir! Well done!👏👏👏👏👏

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@viewer1youtuber529]

Henry O. Studley would be fascinated and delighted by your tool chest build!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks. I've always been fascinated by his tool box :)

[@viewer1youtuber529]

@@EpicUpCycling I have a framed poster of his tool chest in my workshop!

[@devinteske]

🤨

[@LusitaniaExpress]

Jason is an outstanding ambassador for 'Made in England,' representing the innovation, quality, and craftsmanship that once defined the UK. In a country now struggling with its identity, he evokes a sense of nostalgia for a proud past we should remember and celebrate.

[@PaulieandGilbert]

Handcutting dovetails when there's a router jig for that?! 😳 This is definitely the mark of a master craftsman! 👏👏👏

[@elisabethreeves1786]

I really, really hope Adam Savage sees this video. I believe he would appreciate both your use of reclaimed materials as well as the stunning visual display you organized of these beautiful tools. Well done!

[@alanclarke4646]

I love your homemade adjustable parallels for holding the panels while the glue dries.

[@brplatten1273]

That is the best toolbox I have ever seen in my 66 years

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

Top job and not a nail gun in sight! 👍

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@DHKillian]

Watching you work is so incredibly soothing, your approach is so exquisitely measured. You, Sir, are indeed a craftsman of the highest calibre.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@sherrylawrencelewis2544]

@D. H. Killian Exactly. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@raymondpcowie101]

True, but I bet he can't ride a unicycle while juggling an egg whisk, a chainsaw and a ping-pong ball... blindfolded!!

[@stigyanblue1442]

Those japanese pull saws make all the difference. How did our western ancestors not figure out that push saws suck?

[@danshavit4510]

Couldn't agree morre

[@lesleyghostdragon3149]

Uck! It's just so beautiful!...Uck! It's just so gorgeous!...The engineering for "Everything has a place and everything in its place"...watching you love that chest into existence and put all those lovely antiques in their new home...just wonderful xo Stunning serenity, start to finish.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@lesleyghostdragon3149]

@@EpicUpCycling You are so welcome! I found myself speechless, uttering "uck" (for lack of a better word) over and over with each bit of genius you seemed to so nonchalantly reveal during this build. (Me speechless is a compliment, believe me!) Bests to you and yours ❄💖❄

[@raramuri2013]

My dream tool chest, love carpentry, love antique tools.. great job!!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@RJ-nh9hw]

A Master Craftsman in cabinetry. What more can one say!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks R J :)

[@kadaenna531]

The skill, the talent, the peace, thank you sir

[@johngbarone9253]

woodworking artistry at it's finest. Thank you, a pleasure watching

[@brooksmartin5183]

WOW! It's always a pleasure to watch a master at work! Thank you for sharing.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@Lorddanielrushton371]

Jason, you truly are a master builder. Great job on this. I have to ring out my phone now because i was drooling over the toolbox and tools. If you ever want to get rid of them, please let me know. I have a nice spot in my shop. Lol.

[@noregrets7469]

I think that this is not only one of the most beautiful cabinets I’ve seen made to date but it’s functionality, design is pure art.

[@prayerwarrior5714]

absolutely beutiful and efficient. love it.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@joleary4349]

Just WOW! I'd have to display that in the house. Stunning!

[@batnrs1]

Absolutely stunning piece of craftsmanship!Well Done!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@tony42hajdu]

not just perfect joiner, but extraordinary engineer

[@michaelpage7691]

Beautifully made tool chest. Thanks for sharing it with us. 😁👍🏻🇦🇺

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Michael :)

[@A-ckerman]

Your videos help me to reduce my anxiety. Not sure you're aware of how calming your work is, the sounds, the details. I always feel better watching you.

[@victorle2919]

Best inventer for hanging tool cabinet ! Good luck !

[@MrLegendari0]

If somebody has the right to use the word "epic" in their name, is this man.

[@anthonykent7983]

Thank you for all your hard work, personally I would have that in the living room in display 😊

[@paullarnce2167]

Definitely a labor of love, and a masterpiece of craftsmanship.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Paul :)

[@garryevans3594]

what a great tool chest shows what can be done with simple hand tools .Well done

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Garry :)

[@dieterkoch8414]

So good... what a masterpiece!

[@alanbradbury344]

Wow just wow some of the best carpentry I've seen on KZbin.

[@SamerAalrassul]

Master Piece from Real master craftsman.. RESPECT

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@christopherchapman8893]

Everything about this video is AWESOME!

[@melissaphelps6622]

Pure genius! Relaxing to watch and listen. Fascinating to see every detail so finely crafted.

[@taffyboy1396]

An absolute dream of a Cabinet, you are a very talented craftsman. Excellent, Excellent, Excellent!!!!!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@thomasthompson6799]

Magnificent work on a complicated piece using recycled wood to make a home for treasured old tool collection. Excellent!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, Thomas :)

[@sandraforsman4971]

Pure POETRY in wood!! So satisfying to watch your incredible work! 😍

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Sandra :)

[@pebblesthecat3625]

Absolutely stunning piece of craftsmanship yet again! I love watching your videos for several reasons :- I get to see things done correctly. The workmanshop is always top notch. You don't have any annoying music playing in the background. You tend to use hand tools aside from a basic saw table, planer and thicknesser. You prove the old saying wrong, because you sir, can actually make a silk purse out of a sows ear !

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@kenderman1]

This is probably the nicest, well thought out comment on KZbin. Thank you for expressing how most of us feel.

[@markhartman4296]

+

[@dennisfahlstrom2515]

Your very own ‘Studley’. Some nice work turning cast off wood into art. Keep the videos coming!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Dennis ☺

[@sergeyprikop4030]

Pure perfection!

[@walterdpg]

I love your videos. No talk. The way you show us your work, to talk is totally unnecessary. Thank you for sharing your art with us. ❤❤

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@banditman142536]

Oh Man! You are the greatest. A master craftsman. I am 64. If I was made of wood and came to you. You would make me look like a twenty year old. The bad news. If I win the lottery. I am moving next door to you. That way you can build everything I would like. May you live long and prosper Sir. I doff my cap to you.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much for the comments :)

[@dominiccruz1201]

Thank you for sharing your videos. I can always count on enjoying another video from your collection. Please keep making them and look forward to seeing more. Thank you.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Dominic. More coming soon :)

[@bobshepard4423]

After watching this video a few times, I thought "why not give it a try?" When I came to my senses, and reality returned, I nailed shut the door to my workshop. Your work is a marvel.

[@jaysteynberg]

I loved how ceremoniously you used the tools that were to be stored in the building process as well! Outstanding work 😊

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@samuelsilva8364]

Not stored, housed :)

[@SM-ev3pv]

When the word "master craftsman" is applied to this gentleman's work, it is an understatement. I'm fascinated by his work.

[@luchoherrera5776]

epic upcycling

[@spidersweb2741]

You are truly gifted, wood is so lucky you found it.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@suewestby824]

What beautiful housing for such exquisite tools. Bravo!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@brookesharrett6586]

Watching you work is honestly such a treat. The things you make are breathtaking

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@jeannettemorley5872]

I think this is my favourite video ever.

[@megwolff58]

Precision, patience, mastery. The amount of thought and effort in this is stunning. You really have created an heirloom piece!

[@davidmartin5925]

18:52 😊😊😊

[@davidmartin5925]

🎉

[@petroslempla362]

An other piece of ....art. Excellent..... amazing....work. Your video's are so relaxing....!!! Thanks you.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@aldorinokripperino8797]

*videos

[@kencorsell8087]

Anyone who could give this stunning design a thumbs down has never had the pleasure of hand planing a board with a sharp antique plane. The carpenters tool box used to be his best advertisement of true craftsmanship!

[@noelconway2589]

What an extraordinary craftsman. Truely humbling . Well done sir .

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Noel :)

[@onsapplikasies8620]

Watched it twice. Beautiful outcome.

[@RegencyRumBluffers]

Exquisite. The tidy freak in me can only sigh in admiration.

[@codymcknight1611]

People who dislike this just need a hug! Absolutely satisfying seeing your scraps become beautiful pieces of art, you sir are an amazing woodworking mad man,must be an honor to own so many old tools as well!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, Cody :)

[@Dtrainchuggin]

I'm with you, This is pure art. How could anyone not like it. Beautiful.

[@ruthkaiser6168]

I'm with all of you. This awesome man is amazing. Well built beautiful tool box. I'm very blown away on every video I watch.

[@JEI-zig]

At the very first video that i've watched i know this man is so good in what his doing..and after that video i go to his channel and watch every single one and as i expected i was amazed at his works..and there is one thing that i've seen in every video.."no one dislikes his videos man!"..all of his works in this channel was so damm good!.. This man is a legend!..

[@adamsblanchard836]

I'd like a little something extra with that hug ok... I liked the video though.

[@juniorlandscape8640]

you sir are a true MASTER CRAFTSMAN!!!! your attention to detail is mind blowing. this is a dying art form that i wish would make a comeback. my hats off to you!!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much :)

[@3rdoldhen]

I never see plans, just a design genius with the patience of a saint! By trade sir are you an engineer, architect, or an incredible artist? I love watching you work & marveling at your creativity… Thank you for sharing!

[@bronzewing1965]

Pretty clever. ❤

[@RagnBoneBrown]

That is incredible! Loved the video, great work!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@felixreali7101]

wow. nice to see Keith watching this 😊

[@vikshaban]

Великолепный шкафчик с великолепными старыми инструментами.Великолепная работа!Смотрел с огромным удовольствием! Обожаю такие инструменты,они вызывают ностальгию и восторг!Спасибо за прекрасное видео! Это просто шедевр! Great cabinet with great old instruments. Great job! Watched with great pleasure! I love these tools, they cause nostalgia and delight! Thanks for the great video!This is just a masterpiece!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks for the comments :)

[@kbulman9271]

You should submit a picture to Lee Valley for the publicity for their tool catalog!! Incredibly beautiful. Thanks for sharing your work.

[@Toby-fp1nf]

A true master of his trade. In building wonderful things from scrap wood, this man is as good as My Mechanics in restoring things. Please Sir, consider taking on one or two apprentices. It would be a shame for generations to come if your knowledge, experience, skill and craftsmanship was lost.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks for the comments, Toby :)

[@voho6659]

i have seen all your videos and for my taste this chest is the MASTER-PEACE !!!

[@marmite.]

Aa iy came together i was saying to myself "Stop It" The thought that went into where every tool was going was astounding.Yoi blow my mind.Sir you truly are a "MASTER"

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@CatalinaThePirate]

😲 Oh... My father was a carpenter, and from him I grew a respect and love for woodworking and wonderful old tools that has been with me all my life. When I was living on my own and making my own money, I began to grow a collection of vintage tool like these. I always managed to find small, suitable boxes in which to keep them, and I used some of my old woodworking tools to make Appalachian dulcimers. I've always loved those old tools... Alas, I have far fewer these days, than I'd like... Sadly I haven't the room, anymore. I still love the sight of them, though. I wanted to thank you for this build. It's been truly gratifying to watch a master at work. Thank you for having the respect for these fine old tools that you would take such a careful, thoughtful time building such a wonderful chest to house them. 💕

[@pjhalchemy]

Honestly Jason, I'm a bit speechless and awed. Purest definition of Epic, IMHO and welled up at the end! (old geezer stuff) Thanks for making my day and then some!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks PJ, I always enjoy your comments :)

[@FamousEccles]

You are an artist. There's nothing else to say!

[@D_e_n_i_s_e_B]

Oh, my goodness! So many ideas! I like to work with cardboard. Thank so much

[@krzysztof9120]

Surprising spatial ideas. Such a historic Transformers. As for the tools used, the workmanship is very precise. The whole thing is transferred to a different reality. In other climates. How different it is from today's rush, pace and sloppyness.

[@alanclarke4646]

Sloppiness.

[@davidparkyn4716]

Absolutely outstanding,don’t know what else I can say that hasn’t already been said! A true heirloom for generations to come

[@craigsmith9379]

Seeing other KZbin so called carpenters in their clinical workshops filled with 100k+ worth of tools and knocking out furniture made out of MDF and plywood then you see a real master of the arts knocking up high quality furniture using the scrap these other builders probably throw away, antique tools and a chicken mushroom pot noodle. Amazing and inspiring work 🙌

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Craig :)

[@douglasamarfio256]

I am in awe, stunning beyond amazing.

[@ianparry3554]

That peice in itself is a work of art!!!

[@ЮрийБедоник]

Это просто произведение искусства, а не приспособление для хранения инструмента. Что инструмент ручной, что результаты работы - просто замечательно. И что самое интересное - Мастер всё делает без чертежей. Сегодня пришёл после ночной смены, поспал и решил расслабиться. Посмотрел работу. Спасибо за доставленное удовольствие.

[@fordfan3179]

Studley would be impressed!

[@devinteske]

Doubt it

[@uktony1525]

The most outstanding project imaginable. The chest reminds me of the Studley Chest on the New Yankee Workshop and Norm Abram. All of your projects are of jaw dropping excellence.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, Tony :)

[@devinteske]

Not sure how a rectilinear interior box with zero moldings begins to approach the sculpted Studley chest, but everyone is entitled to their own opinions

[@bhogg92]

Master Craftsman at work.

[@talltom1129]

New to your channel, subscribed. I have to mention, I've never seen a woodworker use glue without wasting a good 60-70% . Til now,that is. That got my respect. Never saw the need to pour buckets of the stuff like they're shareholders in the glue company.

[@davidrobie4048]

Watching you work, admiring the skill and craftsmanship and design and ... just seeing someone CARE. Such an anodyne in these times! Thank you!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks David :)

[@_Galifardeu_]

Quina magnifica feina i armari d'eines. M'has fet recordar un armari que tenia el meu avi, que prenia quan anava a treballar fora del taller. Moltes gràcies per ensenyar-nos el teu art amb la fusta. Salut company.

[@prithvirajkshirsagar9535]

BOSS You are a genius It's the experience of your life.

[@mikparker2572]

That dovetail joint made using hand tools is the best joint I have seen yet, even with some made using the dovetail jig and router. You sir are a complete master and genius.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks Mik :)

[@williamtayor9530]

My mind is blown. That is incredible. That box contains everything you need to build just about anything.

[@lkurgpold]

I love everything about this video! The collection of tools, the design and display, the attention to detail, the incredible patience necessary and the fact it’s all made from recycled wood!! Excellent camera angles and thoughtful editing. Stellar job!! 👍👍

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, Linda :)

[@manuels43567]

This man is a generational talent in woodworking

[@sherichesser1783]

It’s beautiful! A place for everything and everything in its place! Well done!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@mattdodds2954]

What an incredibly talented man.

[@thomasnelson2463]

I was a pretty good finish carpenter, and I've made a number of cabinets with dado & rabbet construction, I was really proud of them too. You just made me feel like a rookie, that tool chest is OFF THE HOOK!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@deliaguzman1138]

The design alone is remarkable-the layout of the tools to get them all in, in a unified fashion; the contrasting stain-just incredible. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are admirable. Beautiful and functional-true artistry.

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@inoveinterdesign4453]

WOW!!! 😯 This piece of art and history should be in a museum thank you so much for showing me that outstanding work.

[@kensaks3160]

Beautifully done ✅ 🎉

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@pieroniccoli7476]

Hi, my name is Piero and I'm from Florence, I study to become an antique furniture restorer and every time I am fascinated by your videos and how you work. You create spectacular things compliments. It is a pleasure to watch you!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks very much, Piero :)

[@jerryhuber3653]

It’s so painful to watch someone do things the long, hard way. Yet so mesmerizing. Beautiful workmanship. Painful as it may be to see things done the hard way, don’t change. We need people like you to keep the old ways alive.

[@theonlybuzz1969]

Gotta love how the Amish community makes these boxes without modern machines, simply wonderful workmanship that will last for many many years! I’d like to see a modern plastic toolbox after a decade compared with this piece of furniture. Thanks for showing us this, it’s wonderful!

[@AntonioMartinez-nl5qw]

See

[@kelleymandolins6519]

What a beautiful treasure! Masterfully executed! You are a master craftsman!

[@EpicUpCycling]

Thanks :)

[@thymekiller]

Best one I have seen so far, and I have seen quite a few.

[@clydebalcom3679]

Quite the collection of classic tools. Reminds me of my grandfather's tool chest.

[@AW-pz3qc]

Just brilliant, and I too, like the gentle, relaxing background music. It's great to see you using the tools that will be stored in the chest. I have some similar tools that belonged to my grandfather (b.1880) and think of him when using them.

[@richardbranson7616]

Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship

[@Bulawayo2000]

Absolutely brilliant design. Those old tools deserve a wonderful home like that. You will also know if anything is missing. Just don’t buy any more tools. 🤓

[@bj383ss]

Fantastic as always! Thank you for sharing.

[@shawbros]

And if any get lost or broken, make sure to get an identical replacement.

[@jkrende]

Don't buy any more tools? But, but.. what's the point of living if you can't continue to collect tools!?

[@motorcyclelad]

I think having the pins on the end is more traditional. It’s fine for what you did in this vid, but if you did a single dovetail on a 1X2 with tails out like that, it would act as a wedge and much more easily split? Maybe that’s the British traditional way of doing it? Esther way, a beautiful amazing project!

[@elizabethturel78]

All carpenters buy more tools, he’ll just build another fantastic case!👍🏻