Easy DIY Roubo Leg Vise build

[@randymartin3856]

I bought this for my friend for his birthday as we just moved into a new house and he finally has room for a workshop. The bench was very easy to set up kzbin.infoUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh They center support is a little difficult to snap in and out of place at first but at least then we know the bench is secure. It was a pleasant surprise when we saw it came with clamps. I apparently missed that in the description. My friend loves the versatility of the bench. Great starter bench for his workshop and easily transportable all over our property. I wish the bench was a little taller but the other features of the bench more than make up for that.

[@andresbatista6508]

Hello Demas my name is Andres I am 66 years old. I like woodworking. Your work is clean and precise I learn a lot with your demonstrations. God bless you.

[@Rhinnoman1]

I really enjoyed the video. It was well put together and though out. Liked the speeding up of the video, the human brain is capable of absorbing information faster than most people can talk or work with their hands.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

David Fisher Thank you David, i think people now get bored quickly if the video is in normal speed, so most videos we watch now are all sped up :)

[@JohnHeisz]

Very cool! Especially like the split ring retainer for the screw :)

[@DemasShopforEverything]

John Heisz Thank you John, glad you liked it :)

[@isketchupyoucanto1904]

Congratulations on your toys. Whole process is out of my league.

[@johnbumster3950]

Just brilliant from start to finish an excellent tutorial without a word spoken, great to watch and admire the craftsmanship here Thank you Dema's Woodshop

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you very much John

[@OneWoodAuwoodworking]

Nice job Dema, loved the way it turned out.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Warren Downes - One Wood Thanks Warren, glad you like it :)

[@JessCretney]

Well done. I recently built a large bench vise and used Jay Bates video as a guide. I was looking to build one of these, as an old friend of mine is giving me a lead screw that his grandpa used in a similar leg vice. So, now I want to put it back to use, and this looks like an excellent example that I am planning to plagiarize! Thanks again. Keep up the good work!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Jess Cretney Sweet :)

[@cariboocustomwoodworks6528]

you're still rockin' those old Craftsman 19.2V drills... old school.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Cariboo Custom Woodworks lol yep, but they are starting to die on me so it maybe time to uograde

[@cariboocustomwoodworks6528]

My dad has those but he bought a new19.2 lithium ion battery from craftsman and he says they operate better than new. You have to buy the new charger as well, but it's cheaper than getting all new stuff unless that's what you want. I used to have the Craftsman but upgraded to the Makita 18V LXT lithium ion but most are just as good as any other unless you want to break the band on Festool or something. Cool video, btw.

[@oldrustyrooster7492]

Dema, You make some really helpful Videos with no nonsense, I never thought about using a scaffold leveling screw for that purpose. Glad I came across your videos. I am fairly old hand in the shop, but you taught me something. Thanx. Saved me the cost of an Acme threaded 1" rod.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you, glad you found it usefull :)

[@zroverz]

I enjoyed your take on john heisz's video. I am inspired. Great editing as well. Your videos are easy to watch and easy to understand. Thanks

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you very much, I appreciate that very much :)

[@ronin4711]

Bravo Dema A really simple way to build a great strong vise. Thanks for the video.

[@TimRoyalPastortim]

Excellent vise! Love the transfer of John's idea to a new use. Right in the middle of a bench build... just found my vise!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Awesome. Hope you share some pictures with me :)

[@gg_crafts]

quality piece of work, looks the business. I was looking to purchase the hardware to make a leg vice but this has saved me a a shit load of money, cheers...

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Awesome :)

[@Rasproc]

Love the video. I came here because Jay Bates told me too. Subscribed. Now I have to binge watch your videos.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Aaron, and welcome

[@billyroque7857]

+Dema's WoodShop Same here.

[@gottithehun]

+Aaron Eubank Me too!

[@BigLousClubhouse]

HAHAHAHAHA.... ME too!!!!!

[@michaelvalkevich6085]

Ingenious! This is an outstanding project. Thanks Dema (and John Heisz!) for the ideas.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you for watching Felix :)

[@rickl.orchids]

...a great project and beautifully built!.....well done.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Rick :)

[@ManhattanWoodProject]

I've been thinking about making something like that for my workbench for a while now. Great video and great build!

[@soundcog]

Dema, WOW! What a great leg vise. I really appreciate your willingness to share your skills and ideas. The video production is also first rate. I would never have thought of using a scaffold leg screw and can think of other uses (Moxon vise) for the screw. Much cheaper than the alternatives to the many hundreds of dollars for acme screws and hardware for vise building used by other woodworkers. I can't justify that type of expense and find your videos really helpful. Keep up the great work!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Bob :)

[@phillipparker8947]

Hello there my friend ! What an outstanding job on a very useful shop tool.

[@BruceAUlrich]

That is really sharp! I'm sure you will get a ton of use out of that clamp!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thanks Bruce, I already used it a ton and don't know why I didn't built it sooner :)

[@jerryreichman31]

Good looking vise. I am just now finishing up one very similar to yours. I remember the one on the end of my Dad's work bench that I used maybe 50 or 60 years ago. I tried to build mine from my memories, came pretty close I guess. I bought the screw and a chunk of hard maple, but the rest was from scrap wood. I didn't plan on the wheel at the base of the leg, but if it turns out I need one now I have your model to work from. Wish I had seen your video before I started, great job, thanks for sharing.JJ

[@dougkeen1982]

Pretty slick man! The spalted wood makes it look really nice too.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Doug Keen Thank you Doug, i like it very much

[@TrevorDennis100]

Some nice design touches and ideas. This comes from a 40 year time served toolmaker and design engineer.

[@stuckinbabylon186]

Wow man! Home run on the leg vise! Great video too but that vise came out beautiful.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you randy, glad you like it

[@craigpereira6381]

That came out very nice. I can see from your previous video what was shot at Matt's shop. Great job.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Craig Pereira haha, thanks for watching :)

[@darrenhilburn6737]

My favorite video and project that you have produced so far!!! Love it!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Darren Hilburn Thank you Darren :)

[@rodneysrepurposingrecyclin3821]

I been wanting to build one for my workbench. not so much for woodworking but for e-waste. thanks for posting the video.

[@StoneandSonsWorkshop]

Very nice addition to the ol' workbench.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

:)

[@toomanyhobbies4713]

Great idea. I am starting my bench when the wood dries a little more. the leg vice hardware is a great idea. thanks

[@GuysShop]

That really turned out well Dema. I'm sure there will be a lot of folks building one also.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thanks Guy, glad you like it :)

[@thomassadleir9932]

This looks awesome, im in ireland and never even thought to use a scaffold leg screw for this!!!

[@bobcade1002]

What a great project! I think it’s time to add one of those to my bench. Thanks for sharing!

[@learnerlearns]

Very nice job! I knew I wasn't the only guy who thought of using scaffolding leg-screws for a bench vise, but mine is nowhere near as well made as yours. You may have inspired me to do it again! (now I just need to finish six other projects, clean and reorganize everything...)

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Lol thanks man. This project sat for a year before I got to actually making it.

[@kellyjacques4813]

Beautiful Job: I didn't expect such a short video but everything I needed to know was there, I love the K.I.S.S. methodology!! Best 12 minutes I've spent in awhile Kudos!!

[@malcolmoxley1274]

really nice job,it's given me the drive to make one,well done

[@arkytrash7480]

Really nice job. I used a bar stool with a screw to adjust the height but I do like the jack leg leveling screw better. Thanks

[@KeithConley]

I've been planning my work bench build and was thinking of making a leg vise too. I also thought about the same video from John Heisz for the screw. You did a great job.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Keith

[@mark2201750]

Saw this on Instagram initially and was excited for the video to come out. I'll be adding this to my bench very soon. Great video and love the channel.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Mark :)

[@woodturningjohn]

Not bad at all Dema, I have some old camper screw jacks I want to do this with but first I have to build the bench, lol. Maybe this Winter when I get snowed in it would be a good time for a new bench to be built in my shop.

[@BraxtonWirthlin]

That turned out amazing, Dema! Well done!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thanks Braxton

[@abstractbybrian]

Wow! That was a lot bigger/involved project than what I thought.

[@tomalcolm]

Big thumbs up. Very creative and well executed.

[@moyperezwoodshop1722]

Awesome job Dema ! It looks and works great

[@talibhassan25]

Hi there... Man that was a beautiful workmanship from you heart.... Loved it

[@TheChrisPineWorkshop]

Sweet Vise! I really need to build a proper workbench! Great project! Chris

[@TyMoser]

I need a proper workbench too! I've got a giant log in my back yard and a chainsaw mill that just arrived. :)

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Chris Pine Ty Moser Get to work, both of you

[@mmanut]

Very clever. Came out beautiful.

[@tjwoodworkshop1411]

Great execution on a very affordable solution.

[@franka5416]

Excellent video Dema, one of the best and most useful shop projects I've come across. The time invested for both the vise and the video was well worth it. Keep the projects coming.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Farmercl's Woodshop Thank you :)

[@One2ManyHobbies]

Awesome video Dema, I'm working on my drawings tonight for my Split Top Roubo i'm going to be building this season. Love your new intro by the way!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thanks lance, u building a leg vise into that bench ;)?

[@One2ManyHobbies]

***** I am, I'm going to go with Benchcrafted hardware. I have to modify the dimensions because I'm running out of space in my garage.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Sweet, doing a video I hope

[@One2ManyHobbies]

I doubt I'll do a build video, but I'll probably do random updates of the build though. I have so much respect for guys like you and Matt, so much time goes into making those videos. I enjoy building things just a little more than I do making the videos to share, and I don't have much time these days, esp. with a baby on the way.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Lance's Woodshop & Adventures cool, i like watching other peoples shops and shop furniture. seems like everyone is having babies these days lol

[@MrCharlista]

nice leg vise, I'm just finishing one for my workbench with same idea but not with so many machines intervention little more manual..congrats Alfredo

[@AndrewMorgan666]

Thank you, never heard of scaffolding leg screws, but I'm now on the way to making my leg vice thanks to you. Cheers!

[@eln74]

You got it bro, that was a nice woodworking project, tnx for sharing it with the world!!!

[@ZacHiggins]

Awesome work Dema, that vise looks amazing on your bench. Great touch adding your logo to it too!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Zac :)

[@allaunier8143]

Really enjoyed watching your video "DIY Roubo Leg Vise build". It's obvious you planned this project well. Your design & construction methodology is well thought out. You certainly know how to uuse shop tools. You've now energized me to consider & most likely build my own leg vise. Now I need to find sources for the parts needed. Well done indeed!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Awesome, I have some of the components available if your interested.

[@OutdoorsPOV]

Almost 800 likes with no dislikes. I'd say that's more impressive than the vice itself.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Lol I'm thinking the same thing here

[@MakerNoKY]

Great build video Dema.

[@norrvaggen1179]

The scaffolding screw was a clever idea. Nice one!

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

I am new here, I am making a quick release vise inspired by Pask Makes, “Neal” has some innovative ideas. I will be using your concept of the jaws and how they work. I love to see more details on the lower portion of the vice. Thanks for sharing!

[@lucrebrazzi4069]

Beautiful in every way.

[@NokneesLooney]

thankyou i am building a workbench similar to the one jay bates built . like your videos keep them coming.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you

[@shannonm4664]

Great job. Very clearly explained. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Just subscribed and I'm looking forward to seeing many more of your videos. Thanks for sharing so much.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you for watching and subscribing Greg :)

[@JDeWittDIY]

Excellent work on the project, build, video... all of it!

[@jakalestan5704]

Ohoho! I love the wheels on the bottom! Great thinking!

[@henrysworkshop7477]

Will definitely be building one for my bench when it is finished!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Henrys Workshop Awesome :)

[@cajun812]

Excellent work, Dema. Keep it up!

[@carlholder9540]

Enjoyed your build smart and straight forward. I Like It!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Carl

[@tooljunkie555]

pretty awsome and pretty cheap!..oh wait u sd that already..lol ..ummmm,,,, glad u had time to make this vise...ive been anticipating it for a while.i remember a couple months back when u sd u were thinking about making one. i like how u turned the handle for it .. good stuff man have a good one dema!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Joe basementwoodworking Thanks Joe, i really needed this vise for an upcoming project so i pulled the trigger

[@tooljunkie555]

***** BANG BANG!! haha u got a bullseye on this one man!!

[@jessmcdaniel2296]

A lot of good information. I've been wanting to make this for a while. Now I can.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Jess Mcdaniel Thanks for watching Jess :)

[@69fcortina]

Great idea. Most inexpensive solution I have seen.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you

[@harplingesven0100]

Wow! Very professional and inspiriting video. Thank you so much!!!

[@woodengamer]

Once I get around to building my bench this fall, I really think I am going to make my leg vice this way. Thanks for a great tutorial!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

woodengamer Thanks for watching :)

[@bobbroughton1864]

Could I get more detail on the bottom pinned stand off adjustment arm and how it is actually pinned ? Great video helped with restoring my old 1930's bench .

[@roncooper6302]

Great job Dema. You will now be able to cut dovetails like your mate Matt. Regards.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thanks Ron :)

[@ragtie6177]

very nice to me! Great build. really good documentation on how you did it. I subscribed!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Rag Tie thank you for watching and subscribing :)

[@ragtie6177]

+Dema's WoodShop you're welcome, I will pass you alone to all of my friends here in Southern California good luck

[@sahlind]

This was a great video, I got lots of good ideas that I will put to use when making my own vise! Thanks!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Marfelt Thank you :)

[@roberterickson77]

Awesome idea and execution! I have access to tons of leveling feet at work... Surely I can find one that isn't up to OSHA standards and must be retired! ;) I've also seen people use a Gold's Gym dumbbell that is threaded for a smaller moxon vice. Thanks for sharing Dema! Thanks for sharing.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

+Robert Erickson sweet, I'm sure one is bad enough to use :)

[@msee383]

Great design and great work. Please explain what you used for the metal collar. Cheers and keep up the great work!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you martin, the collar is a large washer

[@michaelmakarevich601]

Great vise!! Enjoyed watching the video too!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

I see we are watching each other's videos lol

[@michaelmakarevich601]

:) I am not doing as a favor...

[@ryansshower]

Nice work brother! I'm a big fan of seeing the lathe used as part of a bigger project! I have a mallet just like the one you used....but mine is way to nice to hit anything with 😀

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Ryan Schauer LOL, thanks Ryan, the mallet was created to be used...

[@ryansshower]

+Dema's WoodShop I've tried a few times but for some reason ends up back on the wall...have you used the x-carve much?

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Ryan Schauer LOL, cool, no i have not used it yet, so many videos out there with the XCARVE that i dont feel like adding to the masses..

[@ScopeReaper]

Thank you very much for sharing this project with us. You are very skilled and your video is well done. Can you share with us a source for the large flat washer? I know that it can be constructed of a broad range of materials but I personally prefer using a large flat washer if I can find it. Thanks

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you Ronnie, I get the washers at grainger.com the item# is 22UE13 but they come in packages of 5

[@rafaelquiroga5139]

The entire explanation and process of the project is quite didactic and useful for the work table. as well as the procedure to do it. Just an observation. and it is the fact of not having the culture of safety at work, that you show us. Since those nefarious sandals that have unfortunately become very popular, they detract from the seriousness and manliness of the work

[@josephKEOarthur]

why did you have to cut the large exterior washer in half? then re assemble it as a o whole to rescrew in? GREAT build as always !

[@matt_williams1015]

Great leg vise, I think I might do this in my new garage

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Go for it Matt :)

[@newinspiration2108]

that calipers trick is nice!

[@summerswoodworking]

This has to be one of the best videos you have produced thus far! Loved it!

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Lol thanks Brian

[@sbrunner69]

Hi Dema - very nice job, I'm definitely building one. I think I missed the purpose of the all the holes in the bottom guide, can you explain?

[@DemasShopforEverything]

You put a pin in the hole the corresponds to the thickness of the wood, otherwise the bottom would just tweak in and the wood will not clamp evenly

[@9q7a5z]

I have been looking for a good video for a leg vise, thanks. In the middle of building two benches and this vise on one of them will be a big help. Don't know about maple though, probably go a little cheaper like maybe gold or titanium.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Lol thanks man, glad you found it usefull , but instead of using something cheaper like gold, send it to me and I'll send you maple for the vise

[@woodandmetalandstuff]

Nice work Dema, plenty of detail in that vid, i'll use for instruction when I make my vice, Cheers.

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Awesome Paul, thanks for watching :)

[@gregsgroi8506]

What a great vice. I'm getting started on one made of quarter sawn oak and walnut, I'm gluing them up right now. Can you post some of the dimensions of the walnut that you turned then glued to the screw and the washer? Thanks, Greg

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you, sent me an email and I will email the to you, you can find my email in the video description

[@parapilotalex]

Молодец! Один из приемлемых вариантов использования металлической винтовой пары и опорных роликов нижней парралельной направляющей, спасибо Вам, и привет из Москвы.

[@JuanGarcia-1125]

Merecidicimo el like maestro! Excelente prensa! Saludos desde Reynosa Tamaulipas México!!!

[@bobbarrett3148]

I love it and inexpensive....would you be interested in making and selling the would cap and handle for the screw?

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Bob Barrett Thank you Bob, i probably would if someone was interested. email me if you are. you can find my email in the video description

[@mehavenomemory]

That was awesome.. I am just beginning in the wood work stuff, will be looking for more of your video's.. Thank you for sharing..

[@shysie03]

you are incredibly talented! !

[@hassanelnaggar1985]

*رائع يا عزيزتي تحياتي من مصر*

[@alvagoldbook2]

very cool. I need to build me a leg vise too, but it would have to be less fancy than this. I just don't have the room for all these power tools in my garage.

[@sigung01]

Absolutely brilliant video Dema. Thanks for the great instructions given.

[@Theallis1961]

I think this vise is great. Very affordable and simple enough for anyone handy. You did a nice job of it and the video was easy to follow. Can you tell me where you get those decals made?

[@DemasShopforEverything]

Thank you David. What decals are you taking about? My logo? I print them on my laser printer and use acetone to transfer the image. I have a video on that process :)

[@X3WorkshopDesigns]

Very nice. I'm looking for ways to make an inexpensive leg vise. I know this is an old video, but what's the purpose of the bottom rail with the holes in it, and how does that work?