How to cut a Scarf Joint, Time Lapse

Learn how to cut a complex Japanese Scarf Joint by hand in this video. Also learn handsaw and chisel techniques.
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[@ThomasShue]

I used to build hardwood radius staircases. We used to scarf hardwood all the time. Bands, rails, stringers, wooden boat hulls, they all use a scarf joint. What makes this one so special, its joining boards with no adhesive, fasteners, or clamps. Japanese joinery is amazing.

[@franpalazon745]

Thomas Shue

[@striveforselflessness3220]

To all of you commenting "Just buy a longer board"......Here is the definition of a scarf joint: The scarf joint is used when the material being joined is not available in the length required. His video was a demonstration and common sense would dictate that.

[@nholt]

I just bought a shorter board lol

[@stevekis3643]

I just wish common sense was more common.

[@nickwilliams2379]

This guy is awesome! So good to see that level of attention to detail and dedication to craftsmanship. I would love to spend a day in his shop!

[@thecasualcitizen492]

And the saws are thinner. I was in Okinawa and made a tool box with the help of an older gentleman. He showed me a few tips. That was 1967. I still have that box. I really enjoy your videos and appreciate your craftsmanship.

[@davomontgomeryda3rd]

That joint is Nucking Futs! And fuc& if I could replicate that level accuracy with hand tools. I don't mean to point out the obvious here, but this dude's got some serious skills.

[@TheSamuraiCarpenter]

+Stew Pidass Thanks. You can talk directly to me in your comments if you want. LOL!

[@obi-wankenobi9871]

+The Samurai Carpenter Really nice work, but it seems like a pain in the ass to make.

[@daleb97]

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[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

Very intense labor of love.

[@jonrmahnke]

I came across your videos by chance and you have gotten me very interested in Japanese carpentry. I have always had interest in woodworking and Japanese carpentry seems almost therapeutic and calming.

[@wranglerstar]

WoW, that is beautiful work,

[@petelison5220]

Terrific show of craftsmanship .... Well done!

[@migf27]

Love slow, deliberate and intricate execution of his work.

[@cdouglas1942]

This is a "lovely" and complex joint. A pleasure to see it emerge.

[@ChrisSmith-yx1iu]

you know I would like to walk a mile in them Crocs of yours if it means I can master joinery .. you have some good skills and don't let anyone tell you different, keep it up!

[@patrickknowling1796]

@Lucas Here are some great woodworking plans if you're interested: HootWood. com

[@MyBuddysTV]

This is not just Japanese joint, in Baltic states this joint was used in castles construction hundreds of years ago (At that time there was no conection with the Far East at all). My grandfather had taught my dad to make this joint and he still use this joint for some difficult culture heritage projects in Lithuania. So what I want to say that tha same joint could be invented in completely different cultures. And also this joint has outstanding characteristics: for example you can join 6m+6m long timber beams (cros-section 0,12x0,10m) and than you lift that joined together 12m long beam it holds self wight, like solid 12m beam. (Sorry for grammar mistakes)

[@pier-adamturcotte9365]

+MyBuddy'sTV I saw the same type of joint used in a Japanese temple (pagola) build in 600 A.D. in Nara prefecture.

[@robertbradford3461]

MyBuddy'sTV this is because of the Masons, their members are from all over the world and traveled to many lands to trade secrets with other Masons

[@volundrfrey896]

+Robert Bradford Not necessarily, it could just be that different cultures came up with the same solutions. It's a very simple joint serving a very important purpose so it's not far fetched to think that most cultures technologically capable of making this would do so. Albeit the scarf joint you see most commonly in Europe is simpler to make and (marginally) stronger. Which goes some way to explaining why this one is associated with Japan rather than Europe.

[@robertbrunston5406]

Awesome! Learn something new every day! Thanks.

[@barrywaddington3009]

Love your work. I would like to see more of the design and marking out though as you have left me scratching my head on a couple of your videos. Keep it up mate.

[@iliyanlaskov4253]

This is just amazing! Great job!

[@lawcorp]

This is exactly what I wanted to learn! Thanks

[@timt9510]

Truly nice work. Clean cuts,

[@goatsears]

Excellent bit of work, great videos.

[@nolidelrosario5170]

beautifully done, excellent workmanship.

[@thecasualcitizen492]

Amazing! Excellent craftsmanship.

[@Artberg100]

Respect....you do a beautiful work!

[@flatiron53]

Otherworldly craftsmanship!

[@nikosgrigoriadis]

great video, thumps up for the information provided for the Japanese saws!!!

[@terrymorin8637]

Really good work!

[@VENTSHD]

Paul seller, very good wood worker to watch. Only two I've been watching. You and him. I need more.

[@declanhogan7993]

Dude that bit at the end with the saw was hilarious lol Next level workmanship too buddy keep it coming as they say. 🤘👌🔨📐

[@chippergarcia7473]

you crushed it brotha...I love watching and trying to do the same thing on a much smaller scale

[@chrislowe6278]

Very impressive. Well done!

[@wolfgangflink8546]

Great work !

[@GopherHayes]

Amazing video the samurai carpenter is one of just a few carpenters/woodworkers on KZbin that have real talent. Most KZbin woodworkers are hacks. Samurai carp and Neil McKinlay are my favorite players.

[@simongariepy2187]

I agree with you on that. Fuckin festool domino for everything!

[@suehazel5385]

A work of art mate

[@lucasedney4989]

wonderful work!

[@TheAlba321]

looks so good

[@ryanthomas7653]

Killer work brother!!

[@tim8602]

Cool! Looking forward to my first woodworking class next week. Want to make a Japanese step cabinet or something cool like that. Thanks was real interesting.

[@billville111]

It's amusing to me that some of the people commenting do not recognize his genius. He is so much deeper than he lets on that it goes over most peoples heads. Someone of his caliber can afford to be "over confident" or whatever you want to call it, but only a true spiritual adept has the humility and maturity to acquiesce to his subs like he has.

[@jalex4746]

billville111 I agree, its takes a lot of patience and respect for Japanese craftsmanship to acquire the skill to build without nails and adhesives.

[@edadan]

Nice work...very inspiring!

[@JT_70]

Incredible work, especially using only hand tools!

[@hippychippie1]

Beautiful work and very inspiring

[@TheSamuraiCarpenter]

+Robin Ergis Thanks.

[@grebdnulyrag]

Beautiful Joint!!!!

[@ChuckCoy]

Amazing joint!

[@SiskinOnUTube]

Top work. That is a thing of beauty.

[@donk9132]

nice work man !!

[@smolboyi]

thats a beautiful joint! 400k views, nice! this one of my fav youtubes

[@markirish7599]

I just got some cardboard and cut out a model of this joint while watching the video .only 1 dimensional of course .its a bit tricky getting the angles . Beautiful craftsmanship thank you for teaching me new skills

[@jtharp727]

very nice work and final product samurai... I enjoy watching your videos since your very meticulous and clean

[@RegisNdeTene]

pretty sleek dude. love it

[@tst3v3ns]

Incredible. Truly amazing work. Part of me wants to hate you and give up my hobby knowing I will likely never reach your level of craftsmanship. Thank you for these videos they've been an invaluable resource and inspiration.

[@mmanut]

Very impressive. Nothing better than someone who knows his craft.

[@boywonder6659]

Excellent. Well done.

[@vanlesterramos2032]

amazing skills!

[@gizmogwaii]

nice work buddy !

[@Boslandschap1]

Quite beautiful, well done

[@blackswanprepping8827]

Very impressive!

[@damomack7970]

mad skill man very cool to watch

[@strokerace5468]

I promised myself I wouldn't cry, but that's some crazy techaniqas

[@William.Ribela]

Amazing Art.

[@lpswoodworking623]

Dude, you've got some serious skills.

[@ahikernamedgq]

Wow, that's pretty amazing.

[@ladyboywonder9139]

Fantastic ! Impressive

[@ellyba37]

your the man great channel

[@Elmapelki]

Excellentissime !!!

[@Meesago]

Amazing man!

[@randallkelnhofer6696]

Well done sir.

[@StephenPugh56]

That was very impressive.

[@Carlzday]

you've gots some MAD skills brother

[@juracibedelho927]

Perfect scarf joint... Congrats....

[@nickfree46]

good workmanship old school type. thanks

[@treyirwin7018]

Impressive man!

[@jwanjan9050]

Well done mate

[@maikr.5020]

Respect for your work . nice greetings from Germany.

[@driesvanoosten4417]

That is beautiful man.

[@geometric5103]

Very impressive.

[@joerohling7615]

My Pop always said "anything worth doing is worth doing well." He also would say "do it right the first time." You seem to have this down at this stage of your life. Impressive skills.

[@fnotlin9005]

muito bom!! Very good!!

[@johnboy123ism]

expertly done.

[@Rectitude4U]

Very cool.

[@nigelbanks3738]

man you are a bloody genius

[@MySetDancer1]

Very entertaining!

[@philkammann4680]

Pretty awesome. I think I would suggest one modification- folding wedges for the middle piece. I saw it done that way on another video and it make perfect sense.

[@respirologyrc]

Amazing! Nuff said

[@seantap1415]

Great job......Nice Vid i enjoyed it.

[@joezabeast27]

amazing! Awesome video wish it would have been longer although the fast motion was fun to watch

[@valeriemilam]

good job ,

[@TheCRAL74]

high level ! u win samurai ! :) amazing skills .....

[@heyifixit]

good job

[@mcmn3000]

Amazing skills, greetings from Chile!

[@davemidkif638]

Chile may well be one of the greatest places on earth. I wouldn't know as I've never been there, but I'm acknowledging the possibility.

[@mahdirahimi2633]

Good job bro

[@joeschlotthauer840]

That was stupid amazing.

[@bjaminbjamin]

very nice

[@tammylentine978]

That was awesome

[@kouki1374]

素晴らしいですね

[@LJVS]

j'adore !!!! j'en veux encore !! LOL

[@MathieuDAVID]

quand tu veux mon lolo!!! ahah, j'ai mis anthony au defi sur cet assemblage mais en mode aveugle, faire les deux sur le meme morceau de bois^^ let see what happens^^ il l'a fait sur du bois tres tendre, ca ne risque pas de casser mais les fibres n'ecrasent bien et du coup ca parait parfait mais il a tout mouché lol

[@johnhetherington8830]

fantastic as per...

[@TheSamuraiCarpenter]

+John Hetherington Thanks.

[@Noble909]

That is an intense joint

[@Sam_u_L]

Dude, I don't do very much wood working at all but this is freakin awesome!

[@marcelocosta7453]

The best.

[@peatear42]

Beautiful! :)

[@user-mp3ke1ji4q]

مبدع ماهر

[@TheLukio]

Came here to find out how to make a simple scarf joint. Found super complex Japanese scarf joint.