How to make Saw Horses

Here is a quick video on how to make a simple set of Saw Horses.

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[@Bushradical]

Glad you enjoy it!

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@@claycollier903 I am right there with you. I love watching Dave's videos. My favorite so far is by far the off-grid cabin build and the background music. Looking forward to seeing the new cabin (the one that had the fallen trees on top) get a remodel.

[@csl5859]

Right!?!?! I could care less about sawhorses, but here I sit watching and relaxing. 😊

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[@65marlee]

Glad to be able to see Maisie in this video…great job Dave!

[@candicel3224]

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[@kathyhanson1074]

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[@CmdrCondor2]

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[@Duncangonefishin]

It's good to see Daisy relaxing in the background.

[@hotlineoperator]

After WW2 there was a shortage of building material, the family demolished the houses and all the material was recovered. Dad told how when he was young he took nails out of boards and straightened them so that the nails could be used again.

[@jpoppinga8417]

I can remember my dad having 5 gallon buckets of nails. You'd spend more time straightening nails than actually building your project

[@aliceevans3357]

I remember doing that! That's one of the chores daddy gave us to keep us busy and out of the way. You learned how to use a hammer and some patience lol Daddy kept big coffee cans of nails, screws. nuts and bolts a bunches of other bits and pieces that could be used again. I also do this much to my husband's consternation... until he needs something 😉 Daddy also had homemade saw horses. They were our faithful steeds when not being used. They also held a used door at holiday dinners to hold a bounty of foods. Brought back some good memories dear, stay safe and GOD bless

[@vonheise]

i did that in my 20's as there was a time when the government didn't toss money and stuff at poor people... I have no idea how many thumb nails I lost over the years due to being a klutz with a hammer. The nail straightening eventually ended, but the hammer problem never did, maybe due to lack of depth perception. The past 20 years or so, I graduated to SS screws. I built a large covered deck totally with screws and for me, it was only a bit slower with a good cordless drill.

[@vonheise]

@@aliceevans3357 When our parents died, it took two auctioneers a day and a half to get rid of all the "might need some day" stuff in the house, basement and one 4 car garage. The other garage had cars and more stuff. 🙄

[@PeaceWorkII]

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[@chaspruitt2610]

I like the way you do things!! 👍🏼😎

[@mariesheppard3750]

Great job, I made some a few years back to park my Camper on, and sold the camper and now use them for my out door bench to work on, everyone loves them, all mine where done with recycle wood, From a Glass Co,

[@SJC49]

My Dad had an old single sawhorse in our basement when we were young. It was a frame for a small tent, a dollhouse, a pretend horse and dog, and whatever else our imaginations could come up with. If we had had two there would have been many more imaginary uses. Thanks for reminding me about that, Dave!😍🇨🇦

[@theresiamerglewski5845]

I’m an almost 60 year old woman who just watched you build sawhorses and was even entertained 😆 gos to show I’ll watch anything to stay away for the news. 🙄😉

[@lydiacarreras2212]

Loved seeing Maisey!😊❤

[@LOL-Can]

You are so practical. My honey built 2 saw horses 35 years ago from left over material when we were building our house. Yesterday my family used those same saw horses for a project they were working on. Practical and efficient. Thank you for your videos. I really enjoy them.

[@elenarepka]

There are about a million videos on 'how to make sawhorses' and the more I watched, the more I became discouraged. Thank you Dave for showing how easy it can be! I'm a novice builder, so this is timely and perfectly achievable!

[@myepicjourney8275]

Same here.

[@CITYNEWSSUPPORT]

When the video is 6 parts of the you tuber doing the M Me Me thing, It will definitely turn me off! Dave did it in a 8:32 video without asking us one to "Smash the Like Button"

[@markgallagher1376]

There’s a million ways to make a saw horse, but whichever you choose the most important criteria for me is that they are stackable.

[@GrannyS217]

Love your videos ! Saw horses very useful tool 💕

[@bonnieviolette3766]

I always enjoy your posts, and it was nice to see sweet Maisie in the background.

[@jstbtwnume9110]

These are indispensable for everyone. Thanks for the video,

[@janeevans4758]

I love your channel Dave,you just get on and say it exactly how it is! No rubbish trying to sell this or that product, just good honest information that works! Brilliant & thank you for sharing.

[@belieftransformation]

Great instructions, calm music & encouraging inspiration! Thanks for sharing! Blessings to all 🤗🇨🇦

[@lostinaveyron2279]

A rare pearl of sensible, straightforward living in this day and age 👍

[@tronn.2273]

I really hope you do more of these Videos... it helps out casual people like myself learn ways to re-utilize leftover wood and random "knick-knacks" around the garage. ;)

[@MyBackyardScience]

"Offensively expensive" is a term I've never heard before, but applies to so many things these days! Thanks for showing us a way to "cut" corners! 😀

[@johnjohnston9661]

I remember the homemade sawhorses my Grandpa made when I was a kid in the 60's. One sawhorse became my favorite childhood toy. I could pretend to be Roy Rogers and the sawhorse became my horse, Silver. (The wood was kind of a grayish silver). Later, I made one into an airplane by screwing a board across the top to make a wing. An old wooden spoon screwed to the side became my control stick. Imagination took care of the rest. Thanks for bringing back a wonderful memory!

[@lauriehill8240]

Easy peasy! Would be much sturdier than the collapsing aluminum ones I have. Great to see Daisy / Maisy in the background!

[@sherw6456]

I currently have a couple of those lightweight folding plastic sawhorses, but also now have plenty of scrap lumber and such...so reckon I'm gonna make myself a pair of *real* sawhorses, thanks to your superb instructions...I swear, Dave, watching your videos is so soothing and relaxing, like...watching Bob Ross, if he did construction! Also loved seeing sweet Maisie-Daisy snoozing on the job!

[@grey5626]

Building saw horses was one of the first things I remember from wood working as a kid, maybe right after building a tool box.

[@lindabryson5357]

Thanks!! I’ve been wanting to make a set!! Good to see Daisy there in the background!!

[@EphemeralProductions]

It really is great to see her ❤. Love her

[@dancooney8188]

Dave, another great video. I swear to God your narration could make the melting of an ice cube interesting thank you once again by the way love that Belle has started her channel. Heck it’s a family affair.. go Mick!!! love you guys. Az Dan

[@nloer]

My dad made me a set like these when I got my own place. Still going strong after 25 years. He likes to make one slightly longer than the other so they nest perfectly.

[@christinerakela1306]

Don't need a saw horse, but love to watch you work!

[@musuvisutiesa7181]

GOD .......... YOUR CHANNEL IS THE BEST IN THE WORLD ....................

[@bobashmore6442]

Love it. The set I built about 35 years ago gave up the ghost when my nephews son cut through them... A few times. I was on the chemo at the time so I shrugged and figured I would make another set when I could. My wife surprised me with a set of the store bought heavy duty plastic type. It took a while but I have gotten used to the. They're much lighter so easier to move around. I still miss my hand made set, we were old friends. I will probably build another set for in garage but until I do I can't complain about the more modern ones.

[@Thatguy8134]

Hope your health is doing well!

[@jimwoidyla5139]

I have never bought a set of sawhorses in my life, I’ve always made them from as you said “with wait ever was laying around”. And I’ve been a carpenter for 30+ years.

[@Yarmles]

Love the simplicity in your projects. Been my favorite channel for a few years now.

[@bethgruenewald7463]

Quick and dirty is great! Makes me thing about what I can do with the leftover lumber I have laying around.

[@RoadTrippinforlife]

Radical is the only way to be !!! Great job !!!

[@vango20]

Thanks Dave- this will be my project next weekend! Keep up the relatable content. Van

[@johar1]

I swear, he makes anything seem great. Heck, my favorite video he ever made was the one where he cooked kabobs in the woods, ending with a cup of coffee. Can’t imagine how many times I have watched that video.

[@charlespethtel6469]

Excellent video my friend! Good to see the whole family on KZbin now. Can't wait to see the finished coffee shop. Hope mic is doing well! Thanks for the video!

[@lostintime8651]

Why do you always have the best videos? Or the best presentation about any topic??

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

Good stuff bud! Love these DIY setups, they work so well.

[@evanswinford7165]

My dad built two when I was a little kid. They lasted well after he died. I had to leave them behind when we moved in 1989. Still good. Made from salvage lumber.

[@juliekostas7322]

Love learning from you and Brooke. Blessings to you both!

[@fredintexas8561]

Hi Dave, I really appreciate all your videos. I like watching your videos and I learn so much or simply get great idea's from you. Thank you.

[@rickbrockthedog8017]

Just a great video about a timeless tool and how to make them. Thanks!

[@beckypennington79]

Nice video Dave I enjoy watching all of yours I bet you are great at reading bedtime stories your voice is really nice and comforting also it was nice to see Daisy Maisy out there with you and your style of video is sort of like a safe port in a storm You can always count on you being you thanks

[@shanefloyd6427]

This is a beautiful video of peace, silence and nature. The severity of the world left behind. Peace to everyone

[@silviyacarbajal7652]

Who would think watching someone build sawhorses would be so entertaining. I love your videos, and what I love the most is how you make everything seem so easy. It is probably the super engaging narrating voice. Great video as always!!

[@Bushradical]

thanks

[@stevebrown3955]

Thanks again Dave! Great advice and super simple build for the average do-it-yourselfer!

[@craigb9489]

Great idea, thanks for the demo.

[@barbarahoover3941]

Always great watching your videos Dave learn so much

[@Bushradical]

Thanks 👍

[@melodeeplath8002]

Perfect !!! Now I can build a nice set of sawhorses. Thank you Dave 😊

[@dennisbeaver5958]

What a great little project, playing with scrap wood! Perfect!

[@birdwatcherjean6293]

Another handy tip, thanks Dave!

[@diannaharrison5931]

Thanks, Dave. Even got to see Da Woof!!

[@earlwilliams2889]

Thanks for the sawhourse video I have done my about the same way lots of memories in this vido.

[@charlesallen9592]

good to see you again Dave! sure hope to see you a lot more in the near future!

[@LiveFreeOrRIP]

awesome work!!! cant wait to see that new land take shape more!!!

[@farawaybushman]

Dave that was an awesome video as usual, you’re a highly skilled gentleman and share your tricks with us. From one outdoorsman to another thanks again.

[@marcberm]

While I wouldn't buy premium lumber for it, the squirrely stuff and off cuts from the deeply discounted cull pile at the big box stores would also be perfect for something like this.

[@arnoldreiter435]

great lesson on making something simple by making something simple........9 years ago i bought a house and found i needed....you guessed it sawhorses. Money was short so i picked up a few pallets and took them apart and used the wood to make my "temporary" sawhorses. Still have them and they still work just fine. I have loaned them out and then had to ask for them back when one former friend decided they were to worn out to return....told that fella they were custom built to my specs and i needed them back. Thanks for the fun video!

[@rebeccasilveous8898]

You amaze me with the things that you can build and just out of the blue. I mean you know how to do it so easily. Kudos

[@johnhine8725]

Nice to see the job site supervisor (Daisy/Maisy) on duty!

[@gosmoothgolight7567]

To re-purpose and re-use is not just inexpensive, it can get downright fun to create new tools from "old trash":) Educational TV at its' absolute finest, Dave! Thanks for another installment, sir ... God Bless you and yours

[@Hereatthehouse]

Good job I always look forward to your videos.

[@kro9703]

Another useful tool in this same category is a sawbuck, kind of like a sawhorse but for cutting firewood lengths from a log. Thanks for the great video !

[@oldgrayghost]

Absolutely. With three of them you can buck almost any log.

[@jjs5191]

I love that I rarely see Dave use the same skill saw haha every time I pull the crappy old skill saw out at my cabin I get a chuckle. I hope Dave feels the same when he picks up on of his

[@greyghostjay]

You make anything fun to watch and learn.

[@stevie1748]

Those deck screws actually look pretty new Dave! I thought you might save those for a fancy project. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ralphp3057]

Cool ! Always need those saw horses! I’ve built plenty ! Thanks for sharing Dave !

[@fayepotts3279]

Dave, you are awesome in your building abilities!

[@Terry_1111]

Love this video, Dave! I happen to need a set right now, so thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@karenbrest187]

Hi Dave 🤗 Nice saw horses 👍 Take care 🙏🇺🇲

[@lauraharlow7965]

Nice and easy! Great tutorial! I have a pair of saw horses given to me by my 100 year old neighbor and I use them for sooo many small furnature painting projects! Invaluable! Love your video as always!

[@nicv.2164]

Maisy Daisy 🐶 in the background 😍thanks so much for your relaxing videos! You are such a likeable guy!

[@davidjones8680]

Another delightful dose of radicalness. Simple and sweet and always kinda neat. I just love when you do a video like this, and I have heaps of reclaimed timber to go play with. Many thanks. David in the UK.

[@MrBeav1018]

Good job Dave . love your videos.

[@kaatteey]

Haha 'measure carefully '!😂 You're the Chef JP of the woods 😊

[@SLICKTOP74]

Just awesome Dave ! you the man

[@shawnr771]

Good to see you Dave. Nice work.

[@BillLowenburg]

Nice! I’ve made 5 or 6 sets too, all out of leftovers and scrap. My carpentry skills are very limited despite years of practice, but one thing I can actually make with some competence is a set of saw horses. The last set was made from pieces salvaged out of an old farmhouse my buddy was renovating. I leave the ends sticking out a few inches because I’ve found it handy to clamp things onto. Looks like I’m going to need another set for an upcoming project, so I’m going to go see what’s available in the wood shed. Keep up the great work, Dave!👍🍎

[@martylaughery9138]

Great video as usual! But the best part for me was seeing Maisie/Daisy in the background!! ❤️

[@johnkelly5487]

Great interview with Jim, Jack, RI, USA

[@kimprocarione5473]

Awesome! You are so right about the insane cost of buying them ready made!

[@BoxTruckVagabond]

Awesome How-To. You explain everything so well. Good Job!

[@tmoomoo42]

I have my grandpa's saw horses they are made of 2x8's x 50" and 48" tall. he was 6'-9" tall. Thought about cutting them down but can't do it. to sentimental. They take 2 men and a boy to pick up. I'm 60 and they are older than me.

[@chance3373]

It does my heart good to see Daisey in the back round XOXOXOXO

[@johnhine8725]

Interesting as always! Can’t wait to see you guys with Jim Baird!!!

[@regalbowman3143]

A pair of saw horses, a hammer a saw, and a square. With these tools can build anything.

[@elsuperpollo2273]

I plan on rewatching this again to construct me a pair.

[@TennesseeHomesteadUSA]

Great project -- you like to work clean and have a clean site.

[@jonathanhowell122]

Dang, you've inspired my next project. This will help my current main project more easy peasy. Keep your channel growing with handy tips for this Flying-By-The-Seat-Of-My-Pants Human.

[@netlinimp510]

What ever is Handy! Love your channel. TY

[@RomanJoala]

Thank you for this video! Will build these for this summer.

[@rayl2111]

You explain things so I can understand them (said in my best forest gump voice)

[@jimholmes2555]

Thanks Dave. Always good advice.

[@DawnMillington-i9t]

Good job, hi Massy in the background 😊

[@BrianKrahmer]

I built a pair of sawhorses as the first step of building my first house. I’ll soon be using them to build my 5th house!

[@stevenwarner7348]

Yep. I've got mmmm I have to stop and count. I guess four sets of "sawhorses." Mostly Tables, Workbenches, storage shelves, Yea, Like that. I don't usually use sawhorses like most people use sawhorses. But there they are: Everyday. Kind of like you. I always enjoy your demo and narrative. Thank you David! Just great. And course that wonderful table saw. Oh yea. Thanks again. ~.〰👍〰. ~~~. Steve here in New Hampshrie.