Flawless dovetails with Rob Cosman!

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Rob Cosman shows us his method from making hand cut dovetails. Truly amazing to watch how quick Rob can accurately cut a dovetail. He has a unique method and has been teaching it successfully for many years make sure to check him out!!!!!
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[@sonjanielsen5766]

the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. kzbin.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.

[@supadeluxe]

Wow. One of the many things I learnt from this video is ... I need to sharpen my tools!

[@Mrcaffinebean]

Dale Nimmo that's what I always think, those tools are so crazy sharp!

Mrcaffinebean ...and mainly same pricing like electronic tools...

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

I learned I need to take up welding!

[@leopoldeggel3915]

Dale Nimmo ........ Und

[@laurencelance586]

Sharpening is the single most important skill set one can have. With it, everything is within reach. Without it, nothing works.

[@stephenjames820]

Rob: "Let me get a scrificial board"! Me: " That's freaking Black Walnut"???

[@colinobrien7784]

Haha yeah I'm like that too😂😂 Nooooo! Not the good stuff!🤦‍♂️😂👊👊🙌

[@eddraper]

Rob is way more that a "dove tail" guy. He makes tools, does great stuff for Vets, all around amazing guy. A rockstar in the community and a nice guy to boot.

[@TheDublin47]

Well, i have to say i have been a carpenter for over 45 years and that my friend as to be one of the best ways to do dovetails joints. You have a great talent. best of luck from Ireland

[@ReptileNexus]

Applying glue before checking the fit = extreme confidence.

[@warchitect73]

that dude has seriously done a ton of them for sure. Second nature now.

[@cloudrouju526]

edited out

[@jmpsck23]

@@cloudrouju526 false, not edited. Check out rob cosman. If you know how to cut dove tails you should be able to glue from the saw, no test fitting

[@sausagefart5150]

Reptile Nexus dude, it’s Cosman, he’s a fucking DT master!

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

I would say more skill then confidence.

[@nerd_dan]

I'm now realizing that nothing I have is sharp enough. Not my saws, not my chisels, and not my planes. He does make it look easy.

[@Shopbuilt]

lol, me too;)

[@turtlestomper3012]

He’s kind of pompous

[@markk6965]

or my brain is not sharp enough

[@petercallaghan9851]

@@turtlestomper3012 Get da fuck outta here! You're kidding, right? He's a lovely generous warm-hearted guy.

[@RobRobertson1000]

@@turtlestomper3012 he can afford to be :)

[@Sebastopolmark]

If you STUDY this video as a teaching tool, you will see many techniques that will definitely make you a better woodworker. Thanks Ryan and Rob

[@lukejohnson2854]

Offsetting for a 1mm kerf, s@#t just got serious.

[@papp101]

I watched him do that and was like "Oh no you di'int!" My father is a machinist. We appreciate that stuff.

[@tommyodayiv9734]

Just realized how much I dont know after watching him. That's amazing

[@waterfordrs22]

That was impressive..... no screwing around and the man clearly has his method down. I love the way he uses his tools as references and guides, very clever.

[@glassroboto]

I want to say that this is impressive, but the level Rob Cosman is at is so far beyond mine that I don't think I'm even qualified to compliment the man on his craftsmanship.

[@RobCosmanWoodworking]

My typical student in a one day class will equal my corner, just not the same speed.

[@ironmantooltime]

We're not worthy!

[@GuysShop]

How unbelievably cool to have Rob Cosman in your neighborhood! Great video. Have never seen him use that particular process before with scribing inside the kerf line before.

[@langhilau]

Cosman may be the guys neighbor, but I bet if stop to ask him a question more than once you will see one eyeball peaking through the curtains and no one answering the door. That is unless you pay him an appearance fee and also let him include a commercial for his miraculous $100.00 kerf knife that no carpenter can live without.

[@AngelLuisTrinidad]

It's a pleasure to see a professional at work.

[@Shopbuilt]

it was awesome to watch!

[@AriesSupertramp]

What sort of wood was this?

[@laurelrunlaurelrun]

he's using a pristine piece of black walnut as a chopping block..

[@laurencelance586]

The saw is about 70% of the joint. The saw must cut a jointable surface so that the joint goes together right from the saw; NO test fit. One of the critical issues here is the grip. This is why Rob goes around every class and has them grip his hand. It's about the same pressure that one takes an egg out of the refrigerator or holds a child's hand crossing the street. How do I know this? I know because for about 10 years I've been his teaching assistant when he comes to Seattle. Now a bit about Rob's personality. I've heard some nasty comments made by people who have certainly NEVER met him and never taken a class from him. Rob is an extraordinary teacher and he'll be the first to tell you that it's because he's had the opportunity to learn from some of the finest craftsmen in the English speaking world. These are men we read about in the "who's who" of wood working. Rob is always careful to "give credit where credit is due". I read that some think he is "arrogant". I have no clue where that claim could come from . Yes, he is confident. He earned that confidence through decades of very hard work. After some 40 years of experience in woodworking, and teaching there is nothing I know of he can't make and very little he can't fix. I've found him to be humble, exceedingly generous, kind, patient, and absolutely honest in every aspect of his behavior. Through his Purple Heart Project, he and Col. Luther make extraordinary sacrifices to help disabled veterans. Rob has eaten at my table and welcome in my home anytime he comes to Seattle. He does have one weakness. He LOVES smoked salmon.

[@tiananman]

I agree, he doesn't seem arrogant. I don't know where that is coming from. He seems plain spoken and direct. I guess that might pass for arrogant to some people.

[@rodneyallen2672]

I dont know Rob personally and the first time I saw one of his videos I also thought he came off as a little arrogant. I was wrong, it is confidence. I also personally know he is humble. I ordered a little sanding block that costs like 4 bucks. The next day I missed a phone call from Rob. He called to appologize because some of what I ordered was going to be on back order!!!. He left a message. He seemed sincere to me and showed nothing that reseambled arrogance.

[@Makebuildmodify]

Sweet! Man that was fun to watch.

[@TheMomanslm]

Rob aka The Hand Tool Coach. The other thing he is known for is sharpening.

[@unittwophoto]

Idk about this guys significant other but he certainly left me satisfied.

[@musamor75]

Have you noticed how fine craftsmen always remain calm? I appreciated this video. I think when the last man goes down, his final words will be: I love a good dovetail.

[@ianinvan]

I've been doing carpentry for 30 years. 75% rough ... 25% finishing. Cabinetry-making is a WHOLE different game. Fortunately, YT has rewind, and rewind, and rewind, and rewind ... 'Nice work!

[@jonrudin]

Wow awkward... he banged out a dove tail like a precision boss and was like video over? Good.. bye.. amazing skills.

[@dereko4471]

I'm in shock of how confident and experienced this guy is. Truly amazing to see this guy at work

[@Omak2000]

Terrible chemistry

[@nathanohaynie]

Wow!!! I just learned more than dovetails... This is one of the coolest woodworking videos I've ever seen! The efficiency of both the work being done and the instructing all at once. Thank you Rob! Going to go check out your workshops.

[@syproful]

Masterclass. I’m not a woodworker. But the sense for detail here is just very high.

[@MrBAchompBAchomp]

Is it just me or does Rob look like he doesnt give af### at the start of the video?

[@josephKEOarthur]

yeah its almost like Rob Cosman was wanting to get this f-ing thing done with and he had the courtesy to see it though.

[@Chrominance87]

Try sawing the end off a 2 x 6 with a cross cut saw while trying to make the cut as square and possible. You'll realize how difficult hand sawing actually is.

[@5Towaways]

Dude. When you say flawless, that ain't no joke. This man is a machine! He make those dovetails look as easy as putting your pants on... When I decide to try my hand at some, I know where to come and watch the tutorial. Thanks for posting this.

[@loganhyde4071]

Dang Rob made the worst first impression for me. I have no idea who he is but the way he acted from the beginning was totally uncalled for.

[@RobCosmanWoodworking]

tough crowd!

[@Certified_Art_Teacher]

FYI Half of these views are probably from me

[@tjcollins242]

Man does look uncomfortable or what😲, good lesson all the same

[@tylerscott305]

If you use walnut as a "sacrificial block," you might be Rob Cosman.

[@lukewhite9237]

Tbh walnut in America costs as much as pine in Ireland

[@joeframer9642]

His dovetail saw had a wood handle, but I thought his dovetail saws had resin handles?

[@juancamore05]

He has some specialty handles that he makes a out of different species of wood. They are however much more expensive than the resin handles.

[@pedroarellano4266]

HOLY CRAP!!! Mad respect for Cosman, but this video just cemented my decision on never doing dovetails by hand. Yowza. I was stunned as others when he went straight to the glue up without testing the fit. AWESOME! MAD RESPECT!!!!!

[@nemian618]

Sweet dovetail magic. However, my hobbyist ego took a pounding. When will I ever have all the sharp as .. tools i may need....

[@warchitect73]

Amazing detailed commentary as hes going along! like a savant! (I mean that as a compliment.) Solid clear instructions flow. Best vid on Dovetails I've seen.

[@girthbrooks4219]

Holy hell!!! I can understand this 10X better than most dovetail videos. Thank you for that....

[@jorgelovesgardening]

Bravo. You could tell Rob made you a little awestruck. Even forgot your manners for a second. He’s so awesome. Thanks for sharing! Subscribing to both your channels now!

[@mitchd949]

Wow! What a pleasure to see such skillful and efficient work with hand tools.

[@-perclf783]

Why did you do timelapses? I think it would have been better to do slowmos at Rob's working speed.

[@Phyoomz]

Ok, I'm super new to this so I don't know how common a practice it is. But that offsetting to account for the width of the saw blade was brilliant! Also, I need to get better at sharpening.

[@purplehelm8853]

This video should've been called "You-Better-Ask-Somebody Dovetails with Rob Cosman"

[@forestlampcraft472]

Very nice work -also like working with wood )))

[@robertfeliciano5723]

Rob just got a new subscriber. Super knowledgeable.

[@madcowrebel4216]

Yeah, I'll just stick to finger joints for now...

[@mylobage]

Jesus that saw was sharp. I’m an asshole. I been using the dullest blade in history for the last 5 years.

[@joemedley195]

I hadn’t heard of him until this video. I’m in speechless awe of that guy’s ability.

[@cornflake73]

Well, he just demonstrated the point by which I don't make any kind of living at wood working - man he is fast, accurate, and confident. If that were me I would still be laying out the pins and tails - and worrying all along about making a mistake. Great job that was performed very well.

[@TeamProsperity]

Watching this I caught myself blowing off the sawdust off of his cut 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I’m like wtf are you doing 😝

[@theartoframos]

This is the most therapeutic, most satisfying thing to watch. I want that depth gauge scribe thingy, that lil angle widget and that fret saw, wow. Eventually I will have my wood shop!

[@biologistangler7901]

This guy answers the question of "I wonder what my 65 year-old shop teacher looked like when he was younger." I think it's mostly because of the way he keeps his glasses on the edge of his nose.

[@KyleMerl]

wow. great informative video and I definitely will be checking out his channel.

[@Wordsnwood]

Hey Rob! I've seen Rob cut so many dovetails over the years at different woodworking shows. Interesting though as it seems like he's added a few tweaks since the last time I've seen him demonstrate.

[@Shopbuilt]

yeah, he has so many little tricks up his sleeve!

[@heimdallr1005]

That terrible noise You heard Was my chin plopping down onto the floor here in Germany... Guess he could do dovetails without even looking at what he works on.. 😂

[@VincentRozenberg]

Do have to mention; Nice camera work!

[@theartoframos]

I smiled in Glee during the whole video

[@eatonfire04]

I hear is Aboot aboot everything with an O in it lol an absolute masterpiece in wood working just amazed

[@JorgeAraujo]

Rob is still the best. So many great tips in a 10 minute video... amazing.

[@macrapidito1]

I'll stick to pocket holes for now. :(

[@d.k.1394]

HEHE. I AM THE SAME

[@dandavid513]

Butt joints ftw

[@kirbycalitis345]

crosscut and screws for life lol

[@artnouveau4332]

That's the lazy and easy way out pocket screws are only good in very few applications.toss the pocket screws jig in the trash

[@williampurvis232]

I'm very impressed. Superb workmanship. Love this video.

[@ErikSnell]

Thanks for the introduction. Will have to check out Rob's channel.

[@littlehousewoodworking5292]

Seems like every time I watch a video of Rob's dovetailing, he's got a newer, better technique. Amazing!

[@sharkshark718]

Is this the wood or Sharp tools? He is cutting the wood like a pice of butter with knife.:) loved it!

[@r3gor197]

Shark Shark the tool and the wood is soft wood and hes a pro so

[@laurencelance586]

His saws go through walnut or maple just as easily.

[@Kaervek87]

Awkward intro, but interesting and helpful vid!

[@domainmojo2162]

Wow- the sweet sweesh-sound of that Wood River as it sweeps across the wood! Those tools are.. sharp!

[@bugraozkan8137]

Why does he act a bit grumpy?

[@oleboy4332]

Watching him work makes me want to quit woodworking! I’ll never be that good

[@mihumus]

Nice visit man! Thanks for sharing, enjoyed it.

[@benjaminmoreno2780]

Thank you for this masterful and artful video really appreciate it

[@artconnolly9519]

Great video two of my favorite you tubers in the same video. awesome. he makes it look Sooooo easy

[@MattDiresta]

that was great! Rob def have those dovetails down!! lots of awesome tips! great vid!

[@PankajGupta-kc4jq]

I love all your tools, they are amazing. I would like buy them and put in my lounge display cabinet,:)

[@TypicalGoosie]

Watching this makes me appreciate all the handmade furniture I have in my house

[@Thom4123]

That had to be pretty dam cool. Thank You for sharing

[@khanyusof5299]

Its all about the tools and the person who use it..have to give full credit to this guy who is willing to spread his knowledge..

[@patty109109]

Puts his glasses on at :45. It’s about to go down.

[@thomasloven]

Ok, this is weird. I usually watch your videos, and just yesterday I stumbled across Rob Cosman. Been watching his videos all day, and now this pops up.

[@raphf4962]

That is impressive ! that put any woodworking i ever did to shame. One question, Did he even dry fit the piece before gluing them together ?

[@Shopbuilt]

no he didn't test fit at all:)

[@omar99ize]

Faster than a machine. I did two dovetails joints the last two days and today will be my third. each time I see an improvement. I'm new in woodworking and learning basic joints is what I'm doing. Learned tenon and mortise first now dovetails. what would you recommend after dovetails? what is the saw you used to cut the waste? Thank you

[@ArminGianni]

Even I live in Canada I still don't have such cool neighbours as you hahaha. sweet dovetails!

[@dashound6457]

Pure class total craftsmanship xx

[@elrayox8932]

Spelling counts. Cosman, not Cosmen.

[@gizanked]

El Rayo X alone he is cosman but you get his family together and they become the cosmen.

[@elrayox8932]

Ohhhhh. I guess I didn't think that through. Thanks!

[@hotrodhog2170]

Actually it would be The Cosman's. A group of his family members would not change the spelling of the family name. +El Rayo X was correct.

[@gizanked]

Hotrod Hog whenever it is just his wife and friends they become the cosmos.

[@hotrodhog2170]

Ha ha haaa

[@gsh319]

I think ya should have used another 60 seconds to give Rob a real intro. That seemed a little thin, the guys a serious woodworker who contributes to many things in many ways. The guys the real deal. Rob and Paul Sellers are top shelf skilled teachers.. "one thing Rob's really good at" made him sound like a light weight. But., I get it, it seemed a little awkward.

[@grantliddiard7742]

Wow, now that was deep.

[@zandemen]

That's what she said!

[@Ze_Bee4828]

this fucking mad man's technique. Holy fuck... That's amazing

[@jthepickle7]

Replace the pin scribe on the marking gauge with a chisel-like cutter (I used a Japanese marking out stylus) The chisel blade falls right into the cut. You can start chopping out with your eyes closed!

[@victoroliveira3256]

I feel more and more less substantial when I watch these videos, I'm sick at home and I can't do shit except watch KZbin I use to be handy with my hands I loved building things but know I'm a useless piece of shit that doesn't deserve the air I breath, I'm never gonna get better what's the point of hoping, I'm wasting my time thinking I will, sorry for the ramble your videos are awesome they teach a lot keep up the fantastic work we appreciate it.

[@australiawilliam3326]

Hi thank you,a true craftsman,I have never seen it's like before.

[@Outdoorscout37]

That's one of the best tutorials on dovetails that I've seen. Thank you for the video.

[@AB-C1]

Terrible camera work, couldn't see what he was doing and way way too quick for a novice to follow/replicate not usually critical of KZbin videos especially wood working ones as I'm thirsty for knowledge but this I found way too hard to follow and to see what was happening maybe slow down the speed of explanation and make sure the camera is on the work before proceeding with each step as for a novice had no clue what he was on about and I've watched a few of these now. Better to be too slow than too fast in my humble honest opinion. But many thanks for making the video regardless maybe once I have more knowledge gained from elsewhere I can come back to this and follow some of this theory

[@roywilliams4187]

Nice thin pins which all good cabinet makers should cut because it lessens visible end grain.However it is difficult marking the sockets from the cut tails. It is therefore preferable to cut the pins first and mark from them. Secret mitre dovetails can only be done this way (why cut such a joint and then hide it - beggars belief). Another tip is to mark the depth on the outside face with a pencil and then you don’t have to plane the gauge line off.

[@diversify210]

Thank you guys for the great video and demonstration, but fuck you guys for the great video and demonstration haha. Seriously sometimes I finish a project and Im thinking to myself "damn you are getting good at this woodworking stuff". Then i watch videos like this and come back to the reality that I still have such a long way to go and so many things to learn. I tend to avoid dovetails, because they always just take me way to long to cut and get right. Ive learned from this video I really need to spend a few days honing all of my planes and chisels, and some more time just cutting dovetails out of scrap wood.

[@bretta3723]

Great video! He had some really unique tips for making dovetails easier.

[@Shopbuilt]

for sure, tons of little trick to make it easier!

[@maidartumenbayar1290]

Connor McGregor of the modafukon wood. Brutal technique. Nice tools

[@southparkgdp]

Dry-fitting is for noobs.. Just slap on the glue and away you go.. If I did that I could start a bonfire with my messed up pieces.

[@jlinkels]

It is about the worst instruction I have seen about how to lay out the tails. Totally opaque. And I am wondering when the first woodworker makes the pins so thin the tails actually touch. Is this a game or so? My pins are thinner than yours. Even the esthetics hurt your eye?

[@TheMrpeterfile]

What is your compass called ? Where did you get it ect?

[@dirkbaumann9398]

Since you are close to Rob Cosman canyon find out what is wrong with him ? His phone number is not working and there is no response to my email. I am concerned and I was hoping to see him next week at the Toronto woodworking show.

[@bobbyluna4994]

I figured Rob Cosmans secret to cutting!!!!!! His boards are made of butter 🤔🤔.