Building Timber Framed Saw Horses From Reclaimed Sleepers

In order to construct the greenhouse frame i needed some nice stable saw horses that were all at equal hight. I was also trying to tidy up around the place and wanted to get a big pile of offcuts out of my way so i decided to make these timber framed saw horses with all the off cuts. They came out great and it was a good opportunity for me to practice my timber framing again before i start the main frame.
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[@thesecretworkshoppropstore7914]

You are such an inspiration Chris, I love what your doing already. Your style of video is so on point, big T.V would spend countless thousands and have a huge team behind them. Yet they would still struggle to provide content like you. Keep up the good work bro.

[@mrs.americanmade7452]

YES INDEED!

[@KrisHarbour]

Thank you 🙏 that’s really nice to hear

[@abolibibelot69]

I totaly agree with you, !

[@happyhobbit8450]

Absolutely tv spends/wastes that's why they will be obsolete soon ... this latest bs is a desperate last kick at the can -- good riddens

[@motley331]

Amazing HOW FAR you have come. Your own house ... workshop ... your own power! All in a couple of years. Simply amazing.

[@AvinashSingh-kw6oj]

Please keep style the same. I have been watching you since the start of the round house which was years ago and never got bored. In fact, your video is very relaxing with silent moments when there are no talking but you can hear machines or birds in the background or the stream flowing etc. Its like therapy lol, seriously. So just keep doing what you are doing and how you doing it because thats what makes your channel so unique.

[@kennethgibbons2487]

Kris you have an excellent balance between - education / entertainment / and inspiration - you keep making comments about not being an expert while at the same time producing exceptional quality work!!!

[@geggug]

i think you do a nice blend of talking and just showing. no need to talk all the way through. most of the stuff is pretty self explanatory just by watching the process, and you usually cover stuff that needs explanation pretty well

[@jamowba]

I'll second that

[@nick.caffrey]

@@jamowba And I'll make it three!

[@setdown2]

Four

[@sharyn5837]

Five

[@wadeholden]

Six 👅

[@chrisray1567]

Today I watched almost half an hour of drilling and pegging some skanky sleepers. Good times.

[@dangerousdave771]

Kris you could make a 10 hour video of the timber frame build and I'd still watch and love every minute.

[@IsThisAvailable550]

You say "I'm not very good at this" However, looking at the end result, I'd put you in the *Master Craftsman* category 😉👍

[@codemonkey2k5]

Yeah you can't call yourself anything less than a Master at this point. Sure there are things you don't know, but your work stands as testament to your skills. Hell you could get rich off of selling those windows alone. I think you inspire a lot of people. Keep up the great work!

[@setdown2]

@@codemonkey2k5 yeah the window... I was blown away with that door...he's always outside the box...

[@Banjo-lm2wl]

Kris your video s are fine just as you`ve always done them. they are always well documented and entertaining. thank you. Aussie Girl.

[@themudhutt1]

However you decide to film it is fine by me . I could watch you make a mud pie and it would be the king of mud pie !

[@kevinfisher1632]

I have not stopped watching your vid's Kris. All the inspiration you need is in your head, you do not need to show how to do things as if you are watching you will become as sufficient at doing something as you are....A great pleasure to be a voyeur of your channel..congrats Mr Harbour.

[@H2Dwoat]

Hi, I think your balance of the aspects of your builds is great. There are sometimes moments I would like more detail but I tend to ask you a question if that’s the case 👍👍👍. I would love to hear more detail on how you source your recycled material and the big lumps of equipment you have acquired. It’s funny to think that those horses will probably still be going strong in a century’s time and someone using them will be able to look back at this build video and see them being made 🤓.

[@nick.caffrey]

Digital media will surely change the way we understand history!

[@synceware1453]

'uploaded 100 years ago' I actually got goosebumps thinking about that.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@synceware1453 The moment KZbin closes its doors whyever, all the knowledge will be gone. Uploaded 100 yrs ago's highly unlikely I'm afraid. Serious historians today fear more about (written and traceable) history ceasing to continue somewhere between 1990 and 2015 ....

[@synceware1453]

@@manfredschmalbach9023 ich kann ihnen nicht folgen, Herr Schmalbach.

[@thifasmom]

That's a pretty valid point, it's one reason I purchase ink and paper versions of what I deem to be knowledge books.

[@nick.caffrey]

I was thinking of how you could present the making of the greenhouse. When you started the workshop you had a little model you used to explain what you were doing. It made everything so clear. I think you know enough now about making entertaining, inspirational, educational videos to not need a lot of assistance, TBH.

[@patrickobrien852]

Kris, I think you’ve struck the right balance of entertainment, education and inspiration. IMO, no need to change the way you’ve done things for years.

[@rebeeccaborne]

Everything you do is magic. Put it out however you want, I'll watch.

[@serzhdyubro8083]

I begin to envy what nice wood he uses :-))) To say nothing about the tools and machines. I think Japanese will be very pleased seeing these saw horses. Thanks for the video.

[@micky8912]

I like the idea of talking through each joint, Layout especially, even though you are not an "expert" you know more than I do and I enjoy hearing a "new/ different " perspective on this type of construction. Keep up the great work.

[@mrs.americanmade7452]

I Love this Quote..... Why is such a simple idea so important? Because, as Matthew Syed reminds us, “the path to excellence could not be more difficult. It is steep, gruelling, and arduous. It is inordinately lengthy. And, most importantly of all, it forces voyagers to stumble and fall on every single stretch of the journey.” All of us may travel this path. But doing so demands more than just expecting failure. It demands we embrace it. Excellence demands nothing less than a growth mindset. You my dear Friend, Live by this Quote and that is EXCELLENT!

[@kristinkristin4467]

Your current balance is perfect. I feel that you know exactly which things need more attention in the video and you do a great job with explanation. Because it seems you read all of your comments, I would imagine someone could comment a question for more clarification if needed. I am truly amazed at your skill. You inspire me everyday! Thank you!

[@speky77]

In answer to your viewer question, just keep on doing you buddy! Whatever process in thinking or otherwise that you undertake to edit your vids etc is perfect. Always a fantastic balance between education, inspiration and entertainment! Thanks as always for the learnings, inspiration and entertainment!

[@judyrosey]

I don't know if you read these comments Kris....but just wanted to say...you sir are a fine craftsman and a pleasure to watch. Thank you You are leaving a wonderful legacy by doing what you do.

[@paulsmyers203]

I think the blemishes in the wood make them much more attractive. There is a quote I've always liked, "It is our imperfections that make us perfect". I think that's true of the things we make as well.

[@wayneshirey6999]

Sawhorses deluxe! I vote for going through the first step of a repetitive task at normal speed, then speeding through the rest.

[@danrobsilva]

Liking the video and saving it to watch at lunchtime. Friday tradition in my household.

[@josedacosta5197]

Are you from vialonga?

[@jp-um2fr]

40 odd years ago when my wife and I moved into our home all I had was an electric drill and saw attachment. Now I have all I could possibly have dreamed of - but age has crept up on me. Thod it. Great video youg man. Don't change ANYTHING, if you do it won't be you.

[@ngahuiaharding1896]

I have been admiring your workhorses in other videos for sometime. Lovely to watch them get built.

[@LukeWhitton]

I wish you would talk all day and the information is invaluable. Please keep going.

[@zosschzondorgh5035]

The format you used in this video was good. Elements I liked were giving information as you manually assembled parts, showing the first joint action in real time -- then speeding up similar actions for each joint after the first. Your camera view angles and lighting were spot on. Great craftmanship and design of the stands.

[@MsJWheels]

Look at that -- a testament to the usefulness of scrap! Master craftsman at work!

[@KyleHatch21]

I think you strike a perfect balance between Entertainment, Inspiration, and Education. I am personally team Education, though. Also: "Skanky bits." -Kris Harbour

[@MariaCCurry]

this is one of the best ones yet - classic Kris with the zeal & perfection but still honest & authentic with slight mishaps here & there - really like those pencils - it’s a good bit of instruction that i like to hear about - but not super repetitive - brilliant use of all the skanky materials 😄👍🍾

[@carvingthecottonwood]

"...you're gonna wiggle about..." I watch you as much to listen to you talk as anything (although I love your woodwork and garden and building too) because you bring back memories of my grandparents (Yorkshire accents).

[@mguy19]

Kris's woodworking skills in sharpening his pencil exceed my greatest accomplishment in woodworking in total.

[@kerryclark1926]

Those are great! Old world look and function. I'd like to see you work, explain what and why you're doing what your doing, and maybe speed through the repetitive parts. Either way, I dig your videos.

[@connertomlinson6467]

I'm in the very early stages of woodwork (making things out of old pallets and scrap wood) but you inspire me to one day hopefully be as good as you and be able to make proper quality things.

[@george8873]

You could film every little step and end up with several hours worth of footage and I'd still watch it all. I say just do what you're doing already since it works well. Videos are great Kris.

[@mrs.americanmade7452]

EVERYONE would INDEED watch a 3 or 4 even more hours of a video, no need to even edit it, a Kris Movie, I let all the Ads play through as I know you make a little money from them, I just take a break while they play, Surprise us with a full day video, no need to even talk if you don't feel the need, just watching your ideas and thoughts unfold into a masterpiece so to speak is Amazing Art, any mistakes you say you make is a form of art that you my friend embrace and learn from, In the End, that is how Masterpieces are Created, Carry on without one single worry of any mistakes, they are all apart of any journey from Trying, A Beginner keeps on Beginning!

[@maryblaylock6545]

@@mrs.americanmade7452 I really like that. A beginner just keeps on beginning. Right! There is always something new to learn on the journey. Well done ye!

[@gallopingg1]

IF THE SAW HORSES ARE ANYTHING TO GO BY, THEN THE GREENHOUSE WITH BE A TRUE MASTER PIECE, YOU AND DOT KEEP SAFE AND KEEP WELL, MICK FROM SURREY.

[@wolfe1970]

Thanks Kris, Between you and Adam savage my build videos are complete for a weeks dinner time entertainment..... Cant wait to see the Greenhouse start to take shape.

[@Totial]

Love so much watching you do wood work. Really satisfying! could watch a few hours straight :)

[@kevind5508]

Loving the woodwork. Your craftsmanship is beautiful! Whatever you decide to do about the next videos is good by me. There is nothing better then watching a guy build his dream. Truly inspiring

[@rjk69]

There's some really lovely timber inside those gnarly old sleepers, great work.

[@maoribaca2655]

I like your first idea, of just going through each joint and explaining a little bit of your choices and process. You may not be an expert but you certainly certainly have a lot to teach. Excellent work and a wonderful video

[@johnbambridge4434]

Gillian would be proud. Great hammer, great technique.

[@tilted_kilt_BRB]

You’re craftsmanship is absolutely amazing mate ! You’ve achieved so much in such a short space of time well done Kris 👏👏

[@dylantrinder1571]

They are definitely built to last! Great workmanship Kris, thanks for sharing.

[@mom2breanna]

Kris great job on those workhorses. Best part the end of the week is seeing one of your videos. Happy Fall...🌻🍁🌻🍁

[@mattwoodproperty]

Regards the content, I asked for in depth explanations. For me it would cover each different style joint, perhaps your understanding why one joint is used over another in a particular location. Maybe a cut sheet for the frame, maybe show us one complete bent. I’m wanting to take the videos and apply it to my own project which will be horses initially, graduating to a summer house a few years from now. I also like to hear your words on your lifestyle and how you came hear. Anything that your comfortable with, from funding your weeks, the sacrifices, your overview of politics/governments etc etc thanks in advance, soon be time fo me to break out your hoodie again 👍

[@tamarmolerick3814]

Looks like the basis of a really, really nice dining table.

[@thomasturnerfabrega8116]

Kris you are a great teacher. Don't worry your channel is well balanced👍

[@seanalex4833]

I like how you do your videos. You work hard and do great work. Don't change for anyone.

[@montehyler]

Fine job! Please keep the videos coming our way just as they are! I am always amazed by all the things you can do on your own!

[@lhorthy]

My requests for your upcoming timber framing video are as follows: explain your design choices - timber sizes, joint sizes, the order of tasks, overview of load estimates, and aesthetic considerations. Also, I would be interested in those little tricks you have come up with to make things easier or avoid common mistakes.

[@pauldryden3222]

They are going to last lifetimes Kris...your great grandkids will use them 😊 Just a suggestion...have a branding iron made with your logo or some brass plates to put on your builds. Oh and as for the channel format...personally I think it’s perfect 👍

[@slougo5909]

Through out history the only problem with homesteading or living off grid is Age and the toll on one's body. But what a serene lifestyle. Good health to you son, your a talented Fellow indeed.

[@colinu406]

Chris , nice trestles, if you whack the all the pegs in as far as you can then go round again they will always go a couple of taps more . I don't know why this is but it's almost like they need a short rest . Can't wait to see how you tackle the frame , if you have corner braces the pegs will need to draw both in and along the mortise. i.e diagonally offset from the prick mark . Cheers, from an ex framer !

[@michaelgraviett6616]

I love the character in the wood. Not skanky at all in my opinion.

[@willowsister]

I think you should just carry on as usual. Always a lovely balance of entertainment, education and inspiration.

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear Kris Harbour. 👍👌👏 Very well done again and as always. Because of this very special wood the saw horses are even more stable, additionally they look fantastic. Thanks a lot for making teaching recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards, luck and health.

[@tastyw0rm]

Maybe a How-To playlist? That way you can keep what you're doing now, but have an 'extras' type video that people can click if they want more info. Either way, love what you're doing and how you do it, will happily watch whatever you put up.

[@TheFlyingstig]

Fantastic work Kris, you say you had no formal instruction. I say you can teach well and have the skills to make these things you are building last a lifetime, well done!

[@TAG-1984]

Beautiful solid workhorses Kris!. And what a dream space to work in you created :)

[@kevink.7597]

Every woodworker's dream. Next... Bench with vices? All wood rocks.

[@luxurypropertieslondon5098]

Amazing again Kris. Love your skills. How was your dentist checkup lol. Don't change what your doing it works just fine.

[@_zzpza]

To answer your question, I could watch you doing this sort of work for hours. So I'd be happy with any of those suggestions.

[@koningbolo4700]

Chris: I will move the planer/thicknesser in the corner. The Round Workshop: Hold my beer !

[@synceware1453]

Underrated comment :D

[@potookie4566]

Kris, Love these videos! My suggestion would be a quick review of the drawing of the Bent and the joints that are going into it and maybe select a joint to cover and why you selected it. Then show the Bent going together. Thanks for asking our thoughts. Keep the videos coming.

[@tyremanguitars]

nice design, I need some new sawhorses, these would be perfect

[@Murfs_Niche]

You do a great job of mixing explanation & visual learning. I truly admire your creativity in everything you've done with your home & workshop, etc.. 🙋‍♀️💜✌

[@growinginthegreen5850]

Man, they're some beautiful saw horses!

[@TheDaf95xf]

Hi 👋🏻 Kris. Those old railway sleepers make really nice bit of kit 👍🏻

[@nonenone-vt8cg]

I'm quite impressed on how you managed to get a dentist in mid Wales

[@lesthompson5907]

I am of the belief That a shop that is to tidy is a shop that is not busy. & a clean shop is one that as died & got nothing to do .unlike my work shop that is untidy because i can't get & tidy it because of my arthritis , in short i have got past caring if it tidy or not . you is very clean compered to me .

[@markluke8447]

Very nice , that wood looks beautiful.

[@ellentaylor4351]

You keep my attention and so wish to be learning and making stuff, I'm on the older side of life but am vaccinated by your skills.👏👏👏

[@The100045848]

Kris, it doesn’t matter what you do. It is always interesting. Thank you

[@michaelmcclafferty3346]

A very uplifting and educational video, thanks. Just amazed how well this wood came up. These stands will last for years. Well done. It would be helpful in the introduction to say what you plan to use them for and why they need to be so strong.

[@yoyopg123]

And if you ever need jack stands for the ol' tractor, these will more than do the job! As far as the draw-boring goes, the rhyme to remember it is "to the shoulder from the face brings the joint up into place". As far as ideas go, my vote is to spend time on the intricacies of each "type" joint, not each joint. Then montage your way through to the next unique joint, stopping at the points we're you need to make decisions, impromptu design considerations, or god forbid mistakes and you can talk us through the problem solving process. Oh, and maybe a short video where you use a bit of that beautiful wood to make yourself a nice replacement handle for that hand saw. That orange thing is absolutely shocking to look at. Great stuff Kris.

[@ogribiker8535]

Breakfast, the most important meal of the day !. Personally I think you have the balance of your videos just right.

[@adamosborne330]

Great job ! My favorite is the 'crusty' one, it looks Painterly ! Stop worrying about how to organise your content, just do what you do, people watch because you are an interesting craftsman :-)

[@give_peas_a_chance]

They look great, what a grand job Kris. You don't seem like a person who pats himself on the back, but perhaps just occasionally you might consider how far you've come and how much you've acheived, and be proud.

[@davedavis662]

Everyone needs a purpose for their stanky bits! Love the format just enough talk with just the right amount of show. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@Rouverius]

Man, those are well sturdy! They should last longer than us. Great job!

[@HDBoyWonder]

A flawless tutorial. Thank you, from America.

[@WildBoreWoodWind]

Jarrah is such a lovely timber. Personally, I'd have glued them and then pegged them, but each to their own.

[@EddieOakes]

Kris, I think your video editing, content and explanations are great! Very educational and entertaining!

[@oakleyjack7600]

Great Job,! A tip for marking the draw on the tenon is to step down a 1/16” to an1/8” auger size, and mark with the spur holding it towards the shoulder.

[@karlab9557]

those are the best looking sawhorses I have ever seen!

[@CaptainDansWanderings]

They look great! Much sturdier than the flimsy ones you see so much nowadays.

[@allonesame6467]

I've found your work and videos to be a good combination and reflect your mission and values of skill share, entertainment, inspiration, creativity and perseverance...and you are kind. Blessings Abound!

[@robertwy2867]

The way you are making your videos is great! I am always entertained by then even if they are 30 minutes or longer. You don't even notice it. And when they are over I am sometimes sad that they are. You are an inspiration to just go and do things even though one might not be an expert at something. I hope one day I will be able to work on some of my own project like yours in my free time in a balance with nature and always aware of usage for resources. Keep up the great work and thank you for your videos.

[@pjoutdoorservices775]

Hi mate, bloody hell those things look strong! and they will last a lifetime. A very simple but strong and functional construction ...another great Kris build! Video style wise I think you’ve got a perfect balance with the way you do things. I love the fact there’s no music and as others have said you often hear the wildlife in the background. I’d like to see a bit more of your everyday life kind of stuff, how you maintain the land and any maintenance or monitoring of your woodland and buildings etc. Would love an update on the wind turbine too (every time I see it I’m literally blown away!!) but I do think you’re doing things perfectly, it’s definitely an armchair education for me and always thoroughly enjoyable whatever the content. Thanks as always for the effort that goes into creating these videos I know it’s a lot of work! Also saw your play button up there too congrats buddy you’ve definitely earned that!

[@VFRrider]

I totally agree with PJ. What you do is a perfect balance of all 3 targets. A real pleasure to watch.👍

[@sunilmajevadia3865]

When you finished building the greenhouse you can use the sawhorses and turn it into table stands. Also educating young people is the way to go

[@whirled_peas]

Hey, old people can learn too!

[@maryblaylock6545]

I'm 70 going on 71 and I learn something new every time I watch. And some times it's so enjoyable I watch it twice. The homestead is not only sturdy it is beautiful!Thank you for bringing us along on your journey! Please give a big hello hug to Dot and a scratch behind the ears for the Huntress (the cat). Be sure not to mix those up!🐴🐱👩‍🌾🌱

[@sunilmajevadia3865]

Mary Blaylock I am 59 and I’m retired are used to be a carpenter and a plumber. In my time I have been teaching young people the skills that I had. Yes never too old to learn.

[@sunilmajevadia3865]

Mary Blaylock Good to pass all skills to the new generation

[@Scapestoat]

I like the talking and just working on things, with occasionally showing proportions and thoughts on why you chose to use a certain technique or whatever. With this video, I found myself guesstimating proportions and trying to figure out the ideal height for sawhorses. Elsewhere I found the answer to the latter question, but it's a bit um, less than polite. :D Mr.Chickadee style videos are also very pleasing, but then a lot of information I'd have to figure out myself.

[@QunitsClips]

Yep... very nice episode... as always, entertaining & educational... indeed. I don't have such nice skanky offcuts but I'm inspired to go find some that'll be up for it 👍 Thanx

[@ivyjulieharvey3043]

My late grandfather taught me cabinet making and my late grandmother taught me welding. So mainly self taught when I went to college to expand on what I learnt it was all work sheets and diagrams I could not read it. But when broken down or shown perfect joinery well close to depending on quality. So if you could do a break down then that would be good I love my wood work and have made fences and Wendy houses in past I am autistic with adhd and ptsd so in someways wood work and welding plus other crafts is my way of escaping from things. I love the videos on how you break it down easy to follow.

[@blue_boy8621]

Throw in a few small projects? Like a short 5-10 minutes vids on the hydro system, windmill, roof, other odd jobs, plenty to talk about! But yeah, some jointing would be cool.

[@tonygrimes13]

Watch previous videos!

[@Winningpk3]

From a quick glance at the comments I can agree with the majority and think you are doing a great job already. You have it down to a tee now. That's the reason we all come back to see what you are up to. Perfect balance! I like your idea of focusing on something different for the four frames. My favourite saw horse was the second one with the nice lines of decay through the lighter wood!

[@chinosts]

Hey Kris.. your channel is great..don't change anything.. if anything, do more on how you're doing and more about your life ..I know that's a big part of why I time in...

[@donnashelby1546]

Your balance of info and communication is very informative on all bases you have described. You have performed as a Master Builder...your temperament and humility are easy to digest. Anyone watching you will learn the skills for whatever it is you are creating.

[@jlmfoy365]

A great pleasure to watch you work Kris, a very good balance between visual and talking. When you start to make the frame for the greenhouse can you show how the bracing is marked out, cheers. Regards Jim.

[@chingon8890]

Great job Kris no doubt i wish i was as talented as you are and your place feels very comfortable to work at.

[@dugdru2]

Those are gorgeous saw horses - really nice work!