Battle of the Builders: Laser vs Human Woodworking Project"

[@michaelcima5772]

Yes, the laser cut piece is the answer for production but yours is the one to leave out in the living room. Happy holidays

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

That's a nice way to put it.

[@grahamparsons6620]

Nice job both came out great, have just bought that same laser a few weeks ago, for me it’s been a steep learning curve, not quite the 45 minute set up time as on the website, have also struggled with cutting settings especially with plywood and 3mm mdf but I am sure I will get there in the end, looking forward to seeing what you can accomplish with the same machine, good luck 👌👌👌👍👍👍🇦🇺

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Nice we can compare notes! I’ve had excellant success with the 3mm basswood ply that came with the machine. I have a feeling the cabinet grade 1/4 I’ve been trying to cut is just a different hardness and glue type then the basswood and that is why I was having so much trouble with it. Dialing in the initial settings can be a real pain. But, out of all the lasers I’ve tested I like this one the most so far.

[@mfrederickson1]

Very cool - really cool idea for the dowel - will need to remember this. And now you've made me want to make one of these 🙂 Thanks for sharing and being awesome.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Thanks! If is wasn’t playing around with the laser at the same time this would have been a really quick and easy build.

[@derekpeterson5123]

Thank you for continuing to post your work, I look forward to watching you and what you are making. Your explanation of why and what you are doing is always interesting. It helps me with my journey into woodworking, you're a wonderful teacher. Beautiful project to leave out

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Thanks! Happy you get something out of these videos.

[@norm5785]

Wonderful connect 4 project. Love that you left the flooring marks, adds much character to the project. The blacknstain is great looking. Have a wonderful new year. Everyone stay safe, warm, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

You have a wonderful New Years Too!

[@psilverz4848]

Sure, the laser-cut version is "cheaper" but what if you count all the time trying? (practicing depth cut, messing up the first attempt, etc.) PLUS, the handmade one is more beautiful and has a story behind it!

[@FODman51]

Great video, Love that is made of wood. I had other games made of wood growing up Booby trap, Shoot the moon. Not plastic and not on line.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Nice!

[@Moondog9322]

I discovered your channel while looking for kerosene heater wick replacement videos. I'm a bit of a woodworker, too, so now.....I'm hooked. And impressed!

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Thanks!

[@benjaqsonworkshop9974]

This is so interesting as you always show the true event, warts and all. However, there is something special about seeing the way a serious craftsman such as yourself handles and touches the items they make or repair - it's the product of love for the material and the process and adds so much value. I know which one I'd prefer. 🙂

[@henrysara7716]

Time to play HB. Thy and Happy new year.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Happy New Year to you too.

[@Dandroid61]

Excellent video. I'm looking at lasers as I type. Thanks for your work. Many of us appreciate it.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

No problem. It's a big purchase so I try and show what each one can realistically do.

[@Hog-g2z]

Good morning 🌅 Honey B , Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🥳 very nicely made, obviously the one you made by hand is a lot better. I think in respect., as it shows you your skills in hand, obviously the CNC laser your skill is in the set up of it, ❤ from France.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Happy New Year to you too!

[@DutchRobbie]

Nice one! Much more prefer the hand made version. Thank you for sharing.

[@georgewilmore7599]

Nice work to do it both ways.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Thanks. I thought doing it that way would make for an interesting video.

[@KarlBunker]

Very cool that you got a CO2 laser. I hope a review is upcoming. And yeah -- getting consistent results when laser-cutting plywood is hard, and that's something I don't think I've ever heard mentioned in all the other laser-cutter videos I've watched. Thank you for confirming my observations on that point. And psst: "ideal" ≠ "idea" 😉

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

I know. It's a habit I picked up in childhood along with a few other words I have trouble pronouncing, I know it's wrong, and I don't care to change it. Yes, the inconsistencies in plywood even species to species is a pain. Basswood cuts wonderfully, but it can be hard to source at decent prices and it takes stain like crap.

[@Gazman299]

If someone is woodworking smalls for a living then using a CNC, and laser cutter is the way to go, but to a retired hobbyist like myself the CNC/laser processes and the products they make have the stink of factory work all over them.

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

I can see that. I wish I had more free time to get creative with them. I've cut out some stuff I've designed myself versus making plans and they can do some pretty cool stuff that way.

[@Gazman299]

@@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks Sure, I understand. michaelcima5772's comment was perfect as to what I was thinking. Take care, HB, and a happy new year to you and yours. See you next year!

[@jacquesmichaud-u4n]

LADY you are realy good Jacques from Québec

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Thanks!

[@jasonfaulkner3215]

Great video

[@jacquesmichaud-u4n]

miss you are realy good jacques from QUÉBEC

[@rick91443]

Nice idea...but SERIOUSLY over my head(but I can play checkers and even chess...) cheers....richard

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

I'm going into this with high hopes, but I will probably lose since I haven't played connect four since I was a kid.

[@elbarto152]

Awesome video!

[@HoneyBadgerWoodWorks]

Thanks

[@petedazer3381]

My money is on the extraordinary human!