Chest 2.0… Built for the Treasure it Holds!

In this blacksmithing and woodworking video, I build a better version of the pirate chest that I made 9 years ago, but I made this one with more knowledge and more skill!
This treasure chest was made for Derick's Daughter, Samantha's wedding as an envelope box! Stay tuned to the end to see Derick's reaction.
Here's the original video 9 years ago!
• DiResta: Pirate Chest
Thank you to Lincon Electric!!
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[@jimmydiresta]

www.makewithdiresta.com/ go get a plan and make stuff !!

[@TheSmallWorkshop]

Knowing the channel, I was 100% that it will be a bandsaw box, and THE MAN cuts it with a hand saw and hollows it with a chisel...

[@greatitbroke]

I was thinking the same dam thing. He is a beast.

[@jonathan__g]

I thought the same thing. I should have known better...

[@tigo01]

I thought maybe he’ll just get it started with the handsaw…. Then he did the whole cut and I thought that’s gotta be tiring, then the look on his face after he finished…. Priceless😂

[@chrisfab1525]

My thoughts too, was astonished Jimmy took the handsaw.

[@PatrickPecoraro]

I’ve attempted to make a cut like that I gave up shortly after starting.

[@ddutton0]

I am glad Derick will still claim you as a friend! Well done

[@garrettburrows442]

Every pirate that has ever lived would be proud to own this

[@NigelMarston]

As you were sawing it in half, I was thinking, "Bloody hell, that looks exhausting" and then your face said the same thing 😂

[@tomahoks]

So, the bandsaw Keith restored, is not yet.

[@sithus1966]

@@tomahoks Getting closer, but that one is for sure big enough to cut a log.

[@esiebert7625]

Man that thing is beautiful with lots of rustic charm

[@sgsax]

The chest is a treasure itself. Lots of cool techniques on display here. And the fact that it was a gift makes it even better. Thanks for sharing!

[@joshjohnson132]

Not a gift.. highly unlikely he did that for free.. In fact I'll bet it cost.. THOUSANDS of dollars to make that

[@sgsax]

@@joshjohnson132He made it as a gift for a friend's daughter's wedding. Sometimes people do nice things for other people.

[@DerekFromMalden]

@@joshjohnson132it was for free. It’s a gift for my daughter

[@nobuckle40]

Tell me that being able to create isn't one of life's most wonderful blessings. What a wonderful gift for a friend!

[@ga5743]

Beautiful job Jimmy……what a talent you have.

[@B-leafer]

I think one of the fascinating things about watching you work is, not only are you a highly skilled and experienced craftsman, but you are an artist as well. So watching you work, how you approach a project or challenge within a project is interesting because often I would not have thought of that solution or not even have approached the situation that way. Additionally, you are resourceful acquiring vast resources and tools dwarfing many other craftsmen's collections. This includes so many different types of tools and skills. Not just woodworking nor metal working nor leather working, blacksmithing etc,etc. I really look forward to your videos especially considering I am nearly a neighbor lol. God bless you sir.

[@CihaPet]

LOVE these builds. And Derick's reaction at the end of seeing it, EPIC!

[@richardcorwin1828]

Considering where you got the log from it's truly a Deadman's Chest!! Looks good!

[@garthbutton699]

Outstanding build, and the reception ending with the envelopes was priceless,thank you for your efforts

[@davidwhiren817]

Went back & watched the 1st Pirates Chest build , the 2 are worlds apart , but both are very classy !!! & brick outhouses !!!

[@breakinn403]

That piece of firewood sat there for many years to be saved and re-purposed by you for a lasting treasure. What a fitting beginning to a new life. Another interesting and well documented project video!

[@davidmeyer9204]

Absolutely fantastic Jimmy. This is very special to Derek, his wife and Samantha. Thanks for taking the time to share.

[@rolandgdean]

I make chests...sometimes for actual treasure, silver and gold coins and bars. I love being there in the moment when they're received...THAT is what I treasure.

[@claytonbink1647]

Filming the moment when the customer sees their project is what I am hoping to capitalize on.

[@jlarts]

I love that this was an opportunity for you to revisit a previous project on which you learnt how you would do things differently and was able to implement those changes. So many projects are a one-off and you don't always get to put to use the things you learn from it. Great work as always Jimmy, it looks awesome and it sounds like Derek agrees

[@philipisholding]

Jimmy nailed that one. Inspired!

[@markdmaker3173]

Wow! Beautifully done!

[@jeremyspecce]

Jimmy, I am blown away by this one. Truly. For one thing I don’t think one single measuring device was used, which is so awesome. The fact that it is one solid log, that you cut it with handsaw, the blacksmithing, the carving, the bending. Damn, this one really impressed me, especially for a project that, on the surface, is really not my cup of tea. And, my god, you could have knocked Derek over with a feather when he first saw it. 🥹❤️

[@bradleygray2511]

Beautiful my friend! Respect for using the hand saw and chisel.

[@greatitbroke]

Awesome Chest wow. What an incredible wedding gift too. Wow. Amazing.

[@eliezernegron333]

Jimmy is the one friend people will like to have but everyone should be treated with the same respect thank you jimmy😂😂😂😂😂 the laughing emoji is my mark thanks jimmy

[@Shae_Sandybanks]

That is one of the coolest chests I've ever seen made!

[@markduggan3451]

With gifts like that, can I be your friend. That was awesome.

[@JiggsysShed]

That is an awesome chest and definitely worthy of the treasure it will hold! Great work Jimmy

[@jondamazo4080]

That's got to be one of the coolest things I've ever seen. I wish I had that type of vision to see ordinary objects in such an incredible way. Really fantastic work.

[@goptools]

Neat! Derick's reaction was awesome. What a beautiful work of art!

[@carolflores2905]

I don't know who you made that for, but it will be a life-long treasure.

[@Curtis-Randall]

You don’t have to be a jerk

[@kylep506]

@@Curtis-Randallthat comment might’ve sounded a bit snarky but it was a pretty nice explanation honestly

[@catafalque3634]

Very helpful. Can you tell me where I can left click the mouse on my iPhone please?

[@jamacsween]

Like all of Jimmy’s videos, watching him craft has given me so many small tips on everyday tasks that have clearly been developed over many years.

[@garymarlow9612]

Jimmy Freakin' Diresta folks! Just Amazing. I'm going to give you the highest complement in my arsenal. Your skills match my grandfather's. He was 83 when he died in 1981 and locals still talk about him almost with awe. The saying was, "if you break something take it to Whit. If he can't fix it, he'll make you a new one"! Thank you for sharing your talent with us and making me think about my grandfather.

[@richardvaughn168]

What a cool project and awesome gift. So much talent, so many tools. I have to say I was surprised you didn't use the bandsaw to make the cut between the bottom and top half of the log at the start.

[@artor9175]

Watching that anvil creep over the side of the table had me on the edge of my seat.

[@GaryOshust]

The reveal to Derick at the end was the best part!

[@moycakes]

The very first video of yours I saw was the first chest back on the Make channel. I can't believe it's been nine years!

[@Ironman-harmonica]

Fantastic JOB Jimmy

[@perry.brar.outdoors]

Oh that welding assembly table is amazing a handy piece of kit

[@scottiecasey9312]

The way u see it in ur mind and bring it to reality is very inspiring keep it jimmy

[@Vendane]

I’m blown away you cut the top off by hand. Your face said it all. 😮

[@B-leafer]

Wow, super nice anvil! Great blacksmithing.

[@andrzejr1]

Nice job Jimmy

[@springwoodcottage4248]

Treasure within, treasure to watch, incorporating bits of the snooker table black smithing in the wrought iron work to make this epic chest of the ages. Thank you for sharing!

[@jojorengers5368]

This kind of video I like the most. A real Jimmy Diresta video making something from scrap a turning it in to a beautiful thing. Just something he finds on a street and creating a art piece from scrap. I found John and Jimmy on Discovery channel and following them after that. Keep doing this 👊🏻

[@noiseosoutros]

Thank you my friend

[@carmandr24]

Your first treasure chest video was one of my favorite early videos of yours and seeing how advanced your skills have become is so encouraging. I have been such a big fan of yours all these years on KZbin. Thank you for all that you do for the community. Love the treasure chest.

[@truknoris1983]

Awesome piece Jimmy, you're the best there is!

[@aravindvinayakan]

The groom texted me pictures of the chest the other day! Such an incredible gift, one they'll always treasure :)

[@dwwoodbuilds]

Great job Jimmy! Glad to see you doing more blacksmithing! Some interesting techniques, really liked the plug welding of the handles on the side and the top of the welds looking like rivet heads. What I really found interesting was (at least in my opinion) you taking a sculptural approach to making it. Definitely a DiResta treasure chest!👏👏👏

[@nathanhynek8192]

Beautiful. What a cool gift.

[@robertsmith3518]

You put your heart into the chest , that gift is priceless. Good Job Sir ! Thanks for allowing us to ride along .

[@birdbandit9]

You're a good friend. What a reaction!

[@manoellopes]

Best gift ever. I wish I had you as a friend in my wedding haha

[@pauleugene8286]

I liked the guy's reaction to the chest. What a great gift!

[@douglasmorton6121]

Just awesome Jimmy! Love it!!!

[@vinceianni4026]

Good job mister Jimmy Diresta beautifully done

[@trevhaydon5090]

I think Derek said everything I would have said, I liked that he added, "You're still my friend." Just brilliant. Thank you for sharing. Stay well, my friend. Love and Respect from North London UK.

[@sapelesteve]

Talk about a Treasure Chest! That was an awesome build Jimmy! 👍👍👏👏🗃🗃

[@timcoombe7880]

The most proficient master bandsaw user on the internet saws it in half with a handsaw. I did NOT see that coming! What a wonderful and beautiful keepsake.

[@jimmydiresta]

😂😂😂☺️🙏🏼

[@Crite68]

Beautiful project as always. I need to get a forge now... Just need to finish my dragknife that I started in the old-school blacksmithing course I took...

[@stanleyshostak2737]

Great to see Derek again. I miss his podcast.

[@AlmondCreekWoodshop]

Thats an awesome build with some special meaning.

[@garagemonkeysan]

Wow epic build! Here's all the tools Jimmy shows using. There were other tools around but there's no video evidence Jimmy used them. In order of apperance: 1. Truck 2. Chainsaw 3. Ratchet Strap 4. Saw Horse 5. Draw Knife 6. Welding Table 7. Welding Clamp 8. Mallet 9. Holding L Brackets 10. Block Plane 11. Grinding Disc 12. Makeshift Level Mark 13. Hand Saw 14. Oscillating Tool 15. Chisel 16. Brass Mallet 17. Small Grinding Disk 18. Porta Bandsaw 19. Forge 20. Hammer 21. Tongs 22. Leg Vise 23. Makeshift Die 24. Large Anvil 25. Drill 26. Orange Hammer 27. Oxy Torch 28. Red Anvil 29. Flint Igniter 30. Center Punch 31. Pony Clamps 32. Mig Welder 33. Bench Vise 34. Impact Driver 35. Cut Off Grinder 36. Vise Grips 37. Flap Disc Grinder 38. Die Grinder 39. Welding Pliers 40. Makeshift Bending Jig 41. Tig Welder 42. Chip Brush This must be a record! Great video! Mahalo for sharing!

[@bradsbits2924]

Awsworth work Jimmy, Derek obviously loved it 😂👍

[@Shawnbbeckner]

Awesome you over delivered on this one. Great job jimmy. Congrats to Derek and his daughter and and son in law.

[@tree_carcass_mangler]

What I want to know is, do you still get comments from the, "All you did was just press play" crowd? Great use of tools and techniques from across a few centuries, to fulfill a vision using varied materials. Thumbs up, and thanks for posting content that shows what's possible when you expand your existing comfort zone and skill sets.

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you! i hardly get get negative comments anymore so maybe I am doing something wrong!! 😂😂🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@tree_carcass_mangler]

@@jimmydiresta Hah!

[@Cooldaddio2]

2M. Yay. And an incredible chest. So much work.

[@worstworkshop]

That's completely insane. Soooo good.

[@whazee]

A whole dang log! I did not look close enough at the thumbnail! 😂 Beautiful job Jimmy 👏 😊

[@paulkinzer7661]

Badass is absolutely the right word for this. Phenomenally badass.

[@davestinyworkshop]

Beautiful work, well done!

[@dalusa81]

You the man Jimmy! Thank you so much for the awesome video!!

[@Vault57]

This was Old School Diresta! That's why I loved it!

[@klaael]

I remember watching to chest original video years ago. inspired me to start doing things with my hands =)

[@garyjones2582]

Another work of art J.D...Very cool...

[@hoosierkent1640]

I'm always learning from you Jimmy. What a Great Chest -Loved it! ❤👍 Thank you for sharing. Also, I totally ❤ LOVED your Pool Table -I would be so apprehensive to tackle such an imposing Project. TTFN,J

[@brianrydzeski6108]

Such a wonderful chest and thoughtful gift, Jimmy. All my best to Taylor and You.

[@pjofurey6239]

Happy to see the welding fixtures and table get wood -

[@FredMcIntyre]

Looks awesome Jimmy! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@CaptainTwitchy]

This video reminded me how much I hate weddings…oh yeah, nice box😂

[@pnelpe]

ERES UN GRAN ARTISTA AMIGO...GRACIAS POR TUS VIDEOS

[@iron.emu111]

Love the hook on that grinder. Another genius idea like the trash can lid. Lots of silent tips on this video

[@shpeftopolis]

Just listened to you talking about this one on the podcast! VERY cool! I felt like only I knew the secret as I started watching, and knew what the intended use was!

[@jayf9259]

Dude, it is totally awesome! I honestly don't know how you come up with this stuff, but it is great ... keep it up!

[@zacprunty]

Absolutely incredible! What a treat heirloom to have in the family!

[@noskills9577]

Love how the new workshop is now reminding me of the basement workshop 😂

[@Djkold]

That is a beautiful chest!!! Very well done, Sir :)

[@PaulMeyette]

Wonderful, Jimmy. I'm sure Derek's daughter will "treasure" it forever.

[@PaganWizard]

I just received my DIRESTA Razor Blade, and what can I say??? I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!! As always Jimmy......GREAT VIDEO!!!!!!

[@stingray427man]

Could do all the woodworking parts of this but need to step up and learn more on the my ironwerk and welding. Thx for sharing JD

[@joshualloyd2915]

Fantastic!

[@Stephen1455]

Jimmy never fails to DELIVER!!!!!!!!!

[@fredrickbaker5262]

Bruh! That was friggin incredible! Great work! I truly enjoyed watching you create! Great Work! Thanks!

[@mine6312]

True craftsman Mr.Diresta well done

[@turgworks4138]

It's looks so accurate for a treasure chest, but the sound of it opening and closing is even better!

[@myblues6532]

Nice work, Jimmy!

[@nerop]

Finally proof that pirates used TIG as well as MIG welding!

[@clementsmallengine4833]

Hey... i used that chainsaw!!! It gave me a hernia and saw envy. Awesome project love seeing the tig welding we need more jimmy tig videos!!!

[@hgtydjdjdgh67889]

I love that you (of all people) didn't use a band saw to cut it in half

[@splinters_66]

Always love watching you work, you’re a real treasure to the making community 😁