✔ DiResta Reception Desk

This desk was built over 4-5 weeks. The wood is ruff cut pine, the boards were lap joined and painted with water based polyurethane. The steel was blacked with Jax Blackener and coated with permalac.com . David Waelder assisted in the fabrication of the desk and the video! thank you Dave! Thank you to www.longevity-inc.com .
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[@AprilWilkerson]

That turned out great Jimmy. I love your method of lining up those drawer handles, I filed that away and will try it the next time I install handles.

[@andrewrowe4897]

Absolutely. Amazing how the smallest things can still blow your mind!

[@nocarebear8301]

It was epic. I would have never thought of that. I always learn something when watching Jimmy's videos.

[@horstb29]

I call myself technically inclined, but I wouldn't have thought of this method in a million years.

[@theelectronwrangler6416]

I agree, very clever use of geometry ... I'll have to remember this. I've used intersecting lines to find the center, but I've never considered just making them parallel to find the exact spots that quickly.

[@Billahori1]

That has got to be one of the strongest desks I've ever seen. As always, awesome craftsmanship, Jimmy. Truly inspirational!

[@BrentBlueAllen]

After seeing that technique for marking the drawer pull holes, I had to pause the video and reevaluate my life for a minute.

[@underground_man]

Behold, a desk of unparalleled construction, with durability and style! I love things that are overbuilt.

[@WilliamEllison]

Hey guy, I just wanted to let you guys know that I just checked my Subscription box and I seen that Jimmy DiResta uploaded a new video. I just want to tell you guys how happy I am. I have been bored and lonely searching the youtubes for something to watch, and when I noticed that DiResta had a new project for me to enjoy my boredom faded away. Let's all enjoy this video together.

[@kerouacf0069]

Awesome work, as an old tradesman who's been off the tools for years, your channel inspired me to get into my wee workshop and have fun. love dirty money too . Thank you Mr Diresta.

[@jimmydiresta]

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[@MrLiveEra]

10:46 I have never seen this way of marking out drawer handles. I have installed at least a few thousand drawers with the same D handle used here, Genuinely amazed Thank you i will try this, and will probably use that method for the rest of my life,.

[@TheOomgosh]

I have said it before, and I am sure I will always be saying it: You are awesome! I totally love your woodworking projects, and you have a great eye for mixing metal and wood.

[@StewTrekBoxes]

no music no talking but cant look away, so compelling and interesting to watch. oh and the piece is beautiful as always

[@tonydew]

That trick to finder the centers for the drawer pulls is f'ing mind blowing. I had to go back and put that at 1/4 speed to see what you did there. Thank you for that incredible nugget of info.

[@TwoScoopsOfTubert]

+Tony Dew yeah I was seriously impressed with that trick - so simple and useful.

[@Traderjoe]

The wolds strongest desk! This is awesome! Whoever gets these pieces is very lucky :)

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

That was impressive. The engineering to be able to get that monster out of the shop was impressive. The finished product was beautiful. I'm sure the customer was thrilled.

[@RouteZeroDesign]

I loved the method you used for lining up the drawer pulls Jimmy, I'll have to remember that one in future. The desk looked great too, with a lovely solidity to it. Thanks as always

[@catherpillardaje4868]

Ogni volta mi fai rimanere senza parole..... Sei veramente bravo...

[@jhion]

Neat trick with the Drawer handle centering. None of these master carpenters and cabinet makers I work with seem to know about it. Keep making.

[@agbrown308]

Jimmy, your creativity and execution always amaze me. Keep it up. I love what you do!

[@stuckinbabylon186]

The layout for the drawer pull holes is awesome!

[@rory666g]

Terminator would have been a much different movie if the police station had this reception desk. Great work

[@dnngskn62]

Love to watch you work combo style. Metal and wood. Great vid and project Jimmy.

[@kennethmason9544]

KZbin officially needs a "love it"button for this video.

[@KartizaK]

im so glad youtube now has the playback speed now. this vid is even more awesome in 2x. love your vids jimmy!

[@TabLeft]

Beautifully done. Also I have never seen anyone figure the drawer pull placement like that, what a great idea.

[@steelshade]

Beautiful work. I'm going to remember that drawer handle placement trick at 10:47, nice bit of practical geometry right there.

[@onlypremiumlife]

That desk will last 300 years! Great job! (as usual)

[@JohnFleshman]

I wouldn't wanna move that thing but man would I be proud to own that thing! great build Jimmy!

[@jiqbal2727]

The genius that is.... Jimmy... Thanks man.. This is one of your best!

[@euroriderdk]

Dear Jimmy, you keep surprising me with your craftsmanship. Another piece of art from you. I can watch your videos all day long, and some of them I have been watching more than one time I can tell you. I have learned a lot from your skills. Thanks a lot bro, and keep it coming. Respect and Love from Denmark.

[@Kilbot192]

idk what it is but my thing recently is drinking beer and watching woodworking videos. the combination is just euphoria for me. I wish I had a shop like that. haven't made anything since high school wood shop class but I miss the smell of saw dust.

[@phtorres45]

Watching yours and Steve Ramsey's channel makes want to buy all my wood furniture custom. Nice Job.

[@cristianpotinski]

So good job. Great tip with the drawer. Thank you jimmy

[@CharleyDC5R]

What a gorgeous project. I really like the finished product. Great work Jimmy!

[@SkogKniv]

What else can be said, awesome piece and video as always. Thanks Jimmy!

[@zulkarnainalidrus6472]

It is great fun to see Diresta works

[@DIYTyler]

You never cease to amaze Jimmy. (And your watch is still pristine!) The trick for centering the handle is great...going to run to the shop and try that out!

[@anakin513]

The centering method is great, so much easier than all the other times I've done it. Had to pause it a couple times to see what you're doing, but I got it. Thanks!

[@johnPiercey]

TOTALLY!

[@jefferybiddix1096]

Very impressed with your craftsmanship and level of knowledge of all of projects. This project was very beautiful, rustic and industrial fill to the reception desk. Awsome 2 thumbs up!👍👍

[@robertsheffey8894]

JD you are Hephaestus / Vulcan incarnate! Lord of the forge and all crafting arts!

[@JohnJones-wo1bc]

Brilliant. Simply brilliant!

[@MrDonkrypton]

I was waiting for the moment, when you weld the desk to the wall and the floor to stabilize the office building with it.

[@zackjohnson4452]

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[@deedubya88]

Love your projects Jimmy. Thanks for doing these videos.

[@vigilante004]

Thanks, Jimmy! I have learned quite a bit from you. I've always wanted to learn how to weld, now I think I will go out and do it.

[@TheDutyPaid]

Fantastic as ever, that desk is built to last.

[@sik59rt]

That handle mounting technique was awesome. I'm going to have to try that next time.

[@marciotrompete]

Simply wonderful your job! Congratulations for creativity in this and in all other.

[@colinstu.art.]

Unreal! Beautiful!

[@TheCybrKnyf]

That is another beautiful piece of work. Your skill is legendary.

[@dsberube]

Love this project. Great use of materials. Well done

[@GasserGlass]

Very Cool, Lots Of Hard Work, Absolutely Earth Quake Proof for the secretary to get under it! Another Fine Video of A Very Fine Earth Quake Proof Desk! Thanks Jimmy

[@claju]

you'r an artist jimmy !! thanks for all your videos...

[@mmanut]

Your metal skills are hugh level. Your video just sucked me in. Absolutely phenomenal. Love it.

[@cluuck4617]

It can double as a engine rebuild station, nice fabrication. The level welding table I was jealous, never had one that good.

[@fabriziodutto7508]

Stunning masterpiece!

[@HUNTINDUCS]

I wish I had half of your creativity. Great work as usual!!!

[@bahopik]

i wish I had that big of a welding project, mig welding is so much fun. just finished rewelding beat up harbor freight trailer and enjoyed it very much

[@VALIANTTHOR383]

Stunning piece. Really enjoyed that.

[@dadbody]

Absolutely amazing. I'm ashamed to say I've only subscribed today, unbelievable array of skills.. This project makes me want to do a welding course!

[@p3t3rjhackett]

Excellent work Jimmy.

[@Raul_Herrera]

Sos un Maestro!!!!. Desde Argentina te mando un abrazo y felicitaciones por tus habilidades!!!

[@Nizz969]

Amazing as always Jimmy!

[@sergioricardopereira]

It´s great to see you working with diferente materials like steel and wood... nice finishing in both... and your skils to weld... it´s a pleasure to see your vídeos... Regards from Portugal...

[@manukrol5008]

Very good work, like always, Thanks for the video Jimmy.

[@jonhay75]

Fantastic as always.

[@TheKyshu]

Looks absulotely great!

[@absolutetuber]

you, sir, are freakin' amazing!!! i pushed play and the next i know it was done and 12:55 had passed.....enjoyed every minute of it

[@c.brooks7199]

watched this from the edge of my seat......spellbinding !!!!!!

[@kronikRDC2]

Excellent work, as usual.

[@Jmaca32]

That's a really cool project you did, I couldn't muster up that kind of creativity.

[@theparisattic1797]

Fantastic work! Looks nice and sturdy. Keep up the great videos.

[@fromstraya]

ol' mad skills diresta, making magic with a welder over here.

[@dallasbovair2514]

This video was great! I am thinking of building a desk and this really inspired me!

[@jsmits8]

Very cool build. Thank you for sharing.

[@BRANDENMARKSEVO8]

Great work Jimmy!!!

[@MickeyCuervo36]

Holy crap... I want one of those at MY office... These videos are affecting me though, man. I have to watch ALL my KZbin vids on double speed XD

[@jimmydiresta]

Haha sorry brother !

[@JueGu76]

Miguel Cuervo - yeaaaaaaaaaah i am not alone!!!!! this channel is addictive!

[@_Dolofonia]

+Miguel Cuervo For real. Jimmy's videos are extremely addicting.

[@MartyBacke]

I had to watch the handle install a few times to figure out what you were doing. Brilliant technique for locating the mounting holes. I'm writing that one down. Thanks!

[@reinaldopelegrina9506]

It's like a simphony. Congratulations.

[@deme7063]

am I the only one trying to check out all the cool stuff in the back ground of the shop during these builds?

[@hfletcher39]

WOW!! Love your work!!

[@stuartmccloud307]

Amazing desk and brilliant video. Many things learnt, Thanks

[@longevitywelding]

Awesome reception desk! Always good work coming out of your shop!

[@bailingmarne]

loooove the trick for centering the handles!

[@UndergroundVoice]

Stunning.

[@just.some.dud3]

Awesome Jimmy. Beautiful as always brother!

[@nickvoebel2325]

Dude you are a freakin artist, and a real craftsman for sure! Great job, love all your videos.

[@uberitup84]

You are an amazing craftsman, great work as always.

[@brad7195]

That is the nicest desk I have ever seen.

[@luizferreira8570]

speechless over an incredible job.

[@apollosk888]

Great work as always!

[@IceDragon978]

A work of art.

[@HotRodKush]

Amazing! One of your best yet.

[@ronb5781]

Heavy duty project. ! Very nicely done. !

[@Pest789]

Outstanding work as usual, sir.

[@Shopbuilt]

Great design, looks amazing!

[@Reegs]

Thumb up because of handles. Never seen before that way of marking!

[@papercutt5636]

That looks like one heavy ass desk...beautiful job jimmy! Love that rough pine look

[@hofnaar]

another great video. greetings and much respect from germany! :)

[@georgezarifis7409]

As expected, another awesome video!

[@matt_williams1015]

Awesome desk, and video, as always!

[@3500Hogie]

Awesome job Jimmy. I want one now very nice.

[@1theheightofparadise]

you are so good at welding and making things.

[@togetherwemake8048]

I see inspiration on the next dickel bar going up, great job jimmy really nice, you should be proud of the work you do