Building an EPIC Workbench from ANCIENT Tree

[@SawyerDesign]

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[@brucewilliamsstudio4932]

Wow, just WOW! Amazing dedication and work..... Sawyer, a sawer from ancient times!

[@mikehayes2233]

This was quite a build to watch!! Thanks for the video. I did notice your bench being loaded in the back of a pick-up truck. Did you happen to sell this bench & if you did, did you deliver it as well?? See ya & Merry Christmas!! 🎄🎁 🎅🎄

[@trippinballs101]

I'm more partial to popsicle top workbench.

[@WoodworkingTop535]

The video shared is very easy to understand ,thanks

[@germang.4514]

Is not only a workbench, it is also a piece of art.

[@topwater6365]

True craftsmanship!

[@rossmcgarry7651]

PIZZA fart

[@MechaStreisand1]

I am a primarily hand tool woodworker - no power tools. I like basic, minimalist design with clean, straight lines and properly hand-cut joinery with no metal fasteners. I hate router roundover edges, unnecessary curves and racing stripes made out of contrasting woods. I think wagon vises are inferior to traditional tail vises and will never understand people who run a router with a chamfer bit in their workbenches' dog holes. HOWEVER... This design just blew my mind. I've watched the video three times since you posted it a few days ago and I can only say I am in awe of your skills, both in design and craftsmanship. The way the arched legs get thinner at the top of the arch is just such an elegant detail - which is hard to admit for someone who hates curves! Truly elegant design and perfect execution. I'm not about to go out and buy a pantorouter just yet, but I really want to thank you for showing this old fart some new perspective. I would be proud to work on this bench - even if it looked wildly out of place in my shop. Have you considered adding some dog holes on the front legs to help support longer boards, panels, doors, etc. to work on their edges? I have a sliding deadman on my (tradtional) Roubo workbench that gets a ton of use, but I think some well positioned dog holes along the right side of the arch would probably get you most of the functionality of a deadman - and the asymmetrically placed holes on just the right side of the arch would look sick in this design. Anyways, thanks again for the video. Truly inspiring stuff. P.S. - You made the right decision in going with the solid top. Split tops are just silly.

[@SawyerDesign]

I absolutely love this. Thank you for giving it a chance. Can’t tell you how much I appreciate that and thank you for the kind words. Definitely think some dog holes or perhaps a hook that works in the dog strip to support long boards is in order. I decided that should be done as needed as it’s not something I have needed to do a ton and I didn’t want to drill the wrong hole. This comment really made me smile. Thanks again for taking the time. Take care

[@MrJohnnyboyrebel]

I showed this incredible workbench to my wife and she said it would make an amazing dining table! Oh, the humanity! The love and respect for the 500 year old tree, that is so apparent in this phenomenonal build transcendences traditional workmanship. You are a wood working god.

[@joshuambean]

I love how you somehow doubt your abilities as a woodworker, yet you're out here building some of the most beautiful and complicated builds on any channel on this platform. You're out here killing it!! Keep up the awesome work. Love it!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Josh! It’s been a weird thing to be working completely out of my comfort zone with an audience. Appreciate the kind words!

[@bradbonnema5979]

Sometimes challenging oneself to overcome obstacles and learn new skills is as fun as the accomplishment.

[@terristroh3965]

@@SawyerDesign I’m working in my comfort zone without an audience and I screw up more than I succeed

[@dalewright7908]

@@terristroh3965 I feel ya ... lol

[@rickwaddell4962]

You are an oasis in a desert of woodworking on KZbin. I have been Jonesing waiting for you to post something new. You are one of a very few creative woodworkers on the channel worth watching. You are definitely museum worthy. Keep it up and you will be one of very few worth remembering.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much Rick!

[@Richard.Dawson]

Agreed 100%. KZbin is full of hipsters that have been fooled into believing they're "woodworkers" by an algorithm. This channel is actual woodworking. No pocket holes, no corners cut, no hiding errors with trim, etc. It is great to have another quality channel to look forward to learning from, because there aren't many left! ps- I prefer the solid top as well.

[@freeflyer6170]

Woke up early, and clicked on KZbin. Found this. Frigging Brilliant. Made my day and I’m still in bed. Really nice job man. Inspirational to say the least. Is there anything more fun than working with your hands and making beautiful things. Thanks for being!

[@RB-vr7mq]

5.5 minutes in, and I am already blown away once again not just by your creativity (which is in itself mindblowing) but the level of skill you bring. Top that off with pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone, and it is no wonder I eagerly await new content from you.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thank you so much!! No progress unless it’s a little uncomfortable.

[@alexlazarevich2656]

@@SawyerDesign So true. If we aren't failing, we aren't trying enough.

[@Incandescentiron]

This workbench is nicer than any piece of furniture in my house. And I'm neurotic about using coasters.

[@kevinsiggins623]

The only problem with this as a work bench is that it looks so amazing I’d be afraid of ruining it. You did a damn good job on this.

[@user-py4oz9jx7f]

Повністю відповідає моїй думці.

[@anniegyldenbjerg6954]

Agreed!! It's a stunning work of art!

[@ComteSt.Germain]

Exactly. It looks so nice, I wouldn't want to mess it up using it.

[@chrisstipe3031]

That’s unbelievable, you set the bar at an entirely new level with every one of your builds!!!

[@OpusX2010X]

You Sir are the Artist of Function. You just happen to work in wood. I continue to be awestruck by every creation. Thank you for sharing your magic.

[@MrsGump]

I love how the things you make aren't simple straight lines etc. They're not simple, you put real thought into what you design & put huge effort into doing it well. Def one of the best workworking channels on YT imo!

[@Siouxperman]

As a US veteran suffering from PTSD and trauma from life’s ups n downs, I found woodworking as a way to cope and balance out life’s pressures. I find it quite relaxing, rewarding, satisfying, and sometimes complicated lol I love the masterpiece you’ve built. I would love to have the toys in your shop too. I love learning the various techniques and technologies used in woodworking. Great job my friend, a fan from MT

[@JWimpy]

Absolutely beautiful. I prefer the solid top as well. The opening in the split-top is just a catch-all for all the dust, chips, and that one tool you can't seem to locate.

[@VC-uo3pj]

The only thing more sexy than watching a man working (literal) wood, designing and building extraordinarily beautiful creative and useful products and that is watching the same guy surf ! Amazing!!! Loved the techno phantom of the opera music around 18 minutes in. I don’t typically comment or subscribe (big deal, right?!) but this vid warranted it.

[@999Eikes]

Insane dude. That bench is un-re-al. Not only the workbench, but the video itself is world class.

[@j.r.tidwell3318]

ABOUT ALL I CAN SAY IS I LOVE THIS BENCH. LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED TO YOUR CHANNEL.CAUSE IF YOUR BENCH LOOKS LIKE THIS, I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE WHATS NEXT. 😮

[@Originalred04]

Always shocked there's not a million subscribers to this channel, I don't even do woodwork and it's in my top 5. Thanks for the great content and videos

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much!

[@user-dj9xc8wm8g]

Такой верстак достоин передачи по наследству несколькими поколениями!!!!!!

[@FDJT-sj7id]

That’s not a workbench. That’s a sculpture. It doesn’t belong in your shop; it belongs in your dining room. Stunning.

[@Andrea-bw8xm]

Beyond amazing! Beautiful, elaborate, precise, functional...and did I say..BEAUTIFUL!!!! You sure are talented!

[@SawyerDesign]

Too kind! Thanks So much, Andrea!

[@jeremyuzeta7049]

Sweet baby jeebus... that is AMAZING... your level of creativity and skillsets are insane my friend .RESPECT.

[@alancook1380]

Not much can be said apart from what has been already. It is, of course, a unique perspective on a woodworking necessity and masterfully executed. It's my hope for you that your creation be added to the annals of woodworking history. Perhaps your bench design can come to be known with as much regard as Roubo's. Well done, sir.

[@AndyKrueger]

This bench is insane! 🤩 But what’s even crazier is the time it probably took to film/ edit!! 🤯 Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼🙌🏻

[@williamshaffer2562]

Absolutely the best looking bench I have ever seen. You sir are a master.

[@crassoverload]

i was so delighted with the aesthetic of my Moravian workbench… until i saw yours. 😍

[@mikeshoops]

@@crassoverload I so agree. I’ve been laying out one. Now on pause. Lol.

[@chriswaldron2617]

Just do you, don’t ever care what people might think. It’s not built for them.

[@richcollins3490]

This is not only a work bench it's a dining room table and piece of artwork as well. Ironically its much to beautiful to be a work bench. It's more of a look at and admire bench.

[@MattsTAW]

Man, that is badass. The structural engineer in me approves the use of arches wherever possible. Beautiful work, brother.

[@pihermoso11]

Yeah bring art nouveau back.. that workbench looks like an elven workbench in the Lord of the Rings fantasy world, I just love elven architecture because it's art nouveau..

[@ryansimmons3818]

Split Top Sawyer! Let’s Go!! 🔥🔥🔥 And, you also get credit for the great video editing and soundtracks lol had me doing the Split Top Sawyer Dance at the end😂 or…. What I’m considering the dance.

[@joseedinaldo3672]

Caramba, o nível de perfeição é absurdo!

[@martinoleary3716]

Dude, this is a sick bench. Way beyond me but that is why I watch your stuff. You are an inspiration. Keep these beautiful and crazy projects coming.

[@littleeaglewoodworks]

I have been waiting for this!!! So excited to see this come together. Great execution sir!

[@SawyerDesign]

Hopefully worth the wait! Thanks Scott

[@littleeaglewoodworks]

@@SawyerDesign It certainly was! Thank you.

[@Hvn1957]

I think I’d like to compliment this for what it is; an exercise in design and masterful technique. It is lovely to look at, very well made, and skillfully fitted. The hardware is superb. In the end, like many masterwork style pieces, it’s not super practical. However, you are a true craftsman. Well done!

[@raymoss9999]

You are my new fuqing hero. I've got some envy overhere. I just watched a video where you say youve been doing this for three years and well..... Ive been working with wood for ten times that literally 30 years I dont have half your skill and no where near your talent. Bad ass my man.

[@40oakswoodcraft]

Just when I think I've developed some skills, I watch builds like this.

[@ps603]

I know nothing about woodworking but I couldn't stop watching this. It is the most beautiful thing I have ever seen to work on..It's like ART that is useful..Such talent..

[@mikedye480]

I know that I'm only repeating what many have already said, but that bench is a thing of beauty. You should be proud of this one, for sure. I am certainly looking forward to seeing the plans come up for sale. Well done, amigo, and keep up the fabulous work.

[@bruce9108]

This thing is absolutely WILD. A bench build is in my future but this is way beyond any thin I would dare attempt. Amazing 🎉

[@43painter]

The Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer would've liked this one ! Fabulous design and craftmanship. ThX for sharing.

[@beej2844]

I think just conceiving of something like this is amazing, let alone building it and to such a level of precision and beauty. It is so cool, I would be afraid to use it for anything for fear of damaging it!

[@samsiryani9023]

A truly work of love and more so it’s a functional work bench that’s is a sweet art piece

[@deman817]

Ok come on man, that thing looks too good to be a shop bench. Fantastic craftsmanship. You turned a 600 year old beautiful wood into a work of art.

[@kekoajk05]

Jesus… in a world where KZbin is bursting at the seams with workbench build vids, this is one of the dews videos that genuinely stands apart.. and from my perspective, that might be one of the most difficult accomplishments for a woodworker using the platform.. Much respect and blessings from Maui, gonna try to keep a closer eye on posts this channel uploads

[@boryscholewinski4370]

First 10 seconds got me so excited. This build is stupid good. Plans? Well skills aside, it takes a mad man to build this. Still accually in disbelief, how stunning this is.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks Borys!! Haha there’s gotta be other crazy people out there. You already know I’m a little nuts.

[@donaldmarshall7894]

Most people use a workbench to make a masterpiece but you made a masterpiece out of the workbench.

[@scottspropertyservices6877]

This workbench is off chops mate!! Blown away by the intricacy of the design, the execution & the editing/videography. Hats off to you

[@markperry1403]

What a gorgeous bench. Nicer than my dining table.

[@John_Malecki]

Amazing build dude! Best workbench on the internet and probably best I have ever seen!

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks John!

[@brucecampbell8739]

What a beautiful finish - to the arc of that trees' life....

[@DesignByAntonioForteza]

If I ever ever get enough money, I will buy one of you as this is true craftsmanship. It is beautiful as in beautiful. The first time I saw a wood shop furniture, I would rather put it in my dining room and eat off it a be proud of owning it. I don't go to classical concerts but BRAVO any way 👏

[@falegnameriaclassica4383]

1750 Roubo workbench 2022 Sawyer workbench The most beautiful bench ever seen in the modern era. Greetings from Italy

[@aaronwarner2762]

One of the few NC 17 woodworking videos out there! Man, I was thinking (a rare enough moment in its own right), you better make something worthy of an ancient tree. Dude, you did it! I'm guessing any sponsor that sends you to a woodworking show is gonna insist you take along that bench. Now's the real challenge.... getting it to fit in the overhead compartment..... you got a fancy enough tool to do that? Keep up the great work.

[@jefftokaji6460]

Only one word to describe this build: "Amazing". Sir, you have mad skills. Totally blown away by your woodworking abilities. Thank you for sharing this video. What a beautiful bench.

[@paulwhitehouse3690]

What a wonderful tribute to so ancient a tree.

[@drskvch5768]

First time watcher and was I wanting to talk made trash. Mostly out of Jealousy, awe, and respect. This is easily one of the most stunning builds I've watched. You sir are the man. Just finished my first workbench build a few weeks ago... I feel inadequate... I'm going to ride my dirt bike.

[@SawyerDesign]

Hahaha sh*t talk accepted here. Appreciate it man!

[@mtnbikerJoe]

I made a split top Roubo quite a few years ago. I have used clamps in the middle once. The rest of the time its just a space for stuff to fall through and then I have to search under my bench for dowels, screws, and other small stuff

[@jessevaughn9131]

Awesome design and workmanship. Props from this 45 year veteran woodworker. I'll be keeping an eye on you young man.

[@likfarmenhet]

Complete insanity. The way the wood gradients from light to dark and the tiniest of details im nothing but amazed. Applause from Sweden and thank you so much for this, best 24 minutes spent on youtube ever.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much Alexander! I appreciate your appreciation of the small stuff!

[@denniscarreno5882]

The best workbench I have ever seen made on you tube….. greetings from down under Australia….stay safe!

[@brandonperez2267]

I don’t fuss with my shop furniture too much but, I’m glad there are people like you who do.

[@bigthingslivemusic]

that is simply stunning, way too nice to suffer the punishment that a workbench goes through. I'd definitely have it as piece of art furniture inside the house

[@madebymax_yt]

wow I'm amazed by this masterpiece, congratulations it's beautiful

[@philvale5724]

Hi Sawyer , You are a very lucky man with all that timber and that page as well very very good quality. I have worked for myself for over 40 years I’m now retired but in that time I’ve used a lot of Douglas fir. To make windows 🪟 and Doors 🚪. I will try and source quartersawn boards as they are more stable and a lot better for making doors and windows out of so making a workbench in this manner I think is very very good. I have been watching your channel for a few years now you always produce some great work stay safe wear mask and eye protection wherever possible. Now retired living in France and I still wish I’m working Phil from the moulin France.

[@SawyerDesign]

That’s awesome! Where in France? My wife is visiting right now. Paris to Nice.

[@philvale5724]

@@SawyerDesign I am in the Correze in a old moulin/ mill , In the middle of the French countryside I’m afraid about 400 miles away from Paris or thereabouts.

[@nicholasdriscoll6537]

I skim watch everything on KZbin, even short videos. This I watched from beginning to end. Genius

[@timdoyon1964]

That is an absolutely, over-the-top, stunningly gorgeous and ruggedly built beauty of a bench! Tremendous workmanship my friend! I love it!

[@ricecrash5225]

I want that in my kitchen not my workshop. Just stunning.

[@MrReza656s]

Congratulations on making the most beautiful and the most insane Workbench of the human History!! As always, you are absolutely the most underrated Craftsman on KZbin. You deserve billions of Subscribers. Thank you for the Video.

[@philliparudolph9595]

gorgeous design, fantastic craftsmanship, be proud my friend

[@rogeranderson8763]

As the builder of my own Roubo style bench, I can only say Wow!! Napoleon Hill wrote 'Anything you can conceive and believe you can achieve'. -Veteran '66-68

[@imrebodor3484]

This is a REAL masterpiece! It's not just work, it is art.I lovve it Bravo! Congratulation!

[@TheWind213]

I have to say that you are extraordinarily talented wood crafter. I do not know how you thought this design up, you are on a superior level of wood creativity. Thanks

[@brenttaylor6395]

ROFLMAO when I saw half of your fingers covered in bandages! Nice! I can relate to that.

[@parkerbrown7753]

you are the david foster wallace of woodworking: i would love to be able to give you a hug in person, but it probably wouldn't help much, regardless, wonderful stuff, and you make me wanna be better at woodworking and be a better person.

[@demjay]

I really can't stand the music, but I have to suffer... your talent and craftsmanship is top level.

[@ilispeed3974]

im amaze the design , it can be a bridge or any , not only for a workbench and every parts of it can be applied for the bridge specially those push and fall poles ....

[@idrismokhtar3621]

I love the way how your ads come into view as a PiP (Pic in Pic); frankly that's the first time I remembered the name of the company in that ad as it's unobstrusive and less irritating compared to the other standard ads you see on other KZbin channels! Keep up the good "wood"-working! That Roubo Workbench belongs in an art museum!

[@zephyr1408]

We call it or my Dad taught me ( he was a carpenter/ home builder) , I do finish and custom cabinets , it’s Straight Grain Doug Fir and it makes super cool solid wood doors ! You should make some it would sell like gold !

[@moudavis5830]

AWESOME!!! or - a piece of art that is more than a workbench

[@bldingldyjkr4630]

That is the most. Beautiful workmanship I have ever seen. Than you for showing.

[@MegaPoxie]

That is a design and skill level of making I have not seen, a true master of the craft. The table deserves to be in a dining room or Art Gallery for all to see! That design with the arc legs would make a fantastic dining table.👍

[@jamiekrautkremer9962]

Ok hands down my favorite take on the roubo workbench! Amazing work, my workbench is now bowing down screaming “we’re not worthy!” Ala Wayne’s World 🤣

[@TimberBiscuitWoodworks]

Amazing job buddy it turned out great! I’m glad to have had the opportunity to see it in person.

[@ephemerics]

That tree is in tree heaven singing your praises to the assembled forest.

[@isaac-bh7rs]

Man I am just so impressed with this. I watch so many makers on KZbin literally every day and just silently admire. Literally never comment. But this, I had to say something about. Very well done, just amazing.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much man! Means a lot and I really appreciate it

[@danielmould6]

Your woodworking skills are absolutely amazing, your fearless creativity in design is truly unsurpassed. Thank you for sharing your creations with us!

[@Drew_86]

In my opinion, this is not the pinnacle of workbenches modern or otherwise. It is beautiful and your skills are off the chart but this is a demonstration piece. A marketing tool for potential clients. It isn't a workbench. A workbench must be something that can be made quickly so one can get on with the real work. This beautiful piece is impracticle. Most woodworkers are hobbyists and have neither the skill nor the equipment to make it, but you know that. Again, it's a great piece and provides proof that you are someone that should be considered for high end commission work.

[@mrjlevy44]

this is the best table i have ever seen. I want this in my Kitchen and in my workshop 😁

[@brettgl21]

As a Pacific N.W. native, I love that you used Doug Fir. Absolutely the coolest workbench that I have ever seen.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked it

[@richardducati]

This morning, I saw that there was a new video........."oh great, I'll look at it tonight, it will be my reward of the day".....soooo, I looked at it this evening. As usual, blown away!

[@SawyerDesign]

So glad it was worth the treat. Thanks Richard!

[@luke-guitarist]

I watched this video with my mouth in awe the whole time because this is literally out-of-this-world crazy amazing! I am lost for words with this build! Beautiful!

[@Lowsideslide]

Thank you for sharing your skill, thought process, and adversities.

[@philvale5724]

Hi, I have made quite a few handrails in this method for staircases what becomes more difficult is there when the staircase is a helix and I had some special steel brackets made up that could be clamped to the treads so then I could inform the laminations around the steel brackets and pull it down to the tread height which would then obviously create the helix that you needed, Like you I have always worked by myself though I have occasionally had somebody to come in and give me a hand when lifting huge logs or timber, So sometimes I would spend hours drawing and working out how to make something but how to assemble it to make it easier for me working by myself I had a very large workshop especially as I was working by myself. My building was a old grain storage barn approximately 30 m long and about 8 m wide as you can imagine it cost a lot to heat in the winter months. Phil from the moulin France.

[@shannonchance3317]

Wow! This design is so incredible that I had my wife watch this video, also.. and uhh, she doesn’t do any woodworking.. lol, but she loved it also! I found myself wishing I hadn’t already built a workbench this past year..

[@geomikea]

That is without question the nicest looking workbench I've ever seen.

[@glennryzebol4472]

This is art. Probably the most beautiful workbench i`ve ever seen. I`d never work on it. I`d put it in my home

[@obi1kahnobee549]

It is great however I will never make one I do not have the patience or enough years left in my life to build one but you did a great job and it is something to be proud of.

[@RayMrRobert]

Damn. I’d put that in my living room. You aced it. Masterful.

[@SawyerDesign]

Thanks so much Robert!

[@nickprice7752]

That is truly a thing of beauty, you did an incredible job. I’m a stickler for fine details and clean joinery and you just blew me away with this one, fantastic job