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[@lcsshoop]

Jay, this is my favorite format of video. Building something useful out of box store lumber. The editing is 10/10.

[@jimh472]

Showing all the little techniques without gassing on with needless verbal exposition: Excellent. Highlighting your design & build mistakes: Brilliant. Explaining how the design factors in *ware*: Out-freakin-standing!

[@_rlb]

I like the end product, but man, that editing! A joy to watch.

[@spammyjenkins87]

if you haven't seen it, you might like Jay's "Portable French Cleat Router Table - 143".

[@jimh472]

I came here to say this. You got me, fam.

[@neilf4128]

I seriously miss these kinds of videos from you.

[@ronmckenzie386]

Truth be told so do I

[@Animusche]

I like these "I screwed up" moments. You're bigger in my eyes because you are not trying to present yourself as a mr. Perfect. Cheers!

[@retr0isagod]

A few power tools.. Pulls out table saw with 2 different blades, and dado stack, with cross cut sled, miter saw, one hand held router, one router table, 3 different router bits, festool sander, jointer, planer and drills.. So yeah, guess we don't need a CNC machine, just every other tool that most of us don't have in the shop..

[@joelclonch6120]

Boohoo. Could you do it with less? Sure. Would you if you had Jay's tools? Most likely not.

[@AndyTremble]

I agree. It's a little much to say, "a few power tools," and then immediately move to the thicknesser.

[@vaughnmaurt5013]

Most DO have the tools

[@htcinfinity]

Unless you only have your hands and some rocks, then these are just excuses to keep being lazy.

[@johnoriente498]

I have a cnc machine

[@twobitwoodworker]

I miss your videos like these. Very clever.

[@timkozak6106]

Have to say, been watching you for years and your push stick is still the best in my opinion. The only one I trust.

[@awesomearizona-dino]

Watching Jay build with with 2x material is like "going home" again. Jay is one of the original Woodworkers on KZbin. (Jay-Mattias-April-Heisz).

[@rockbandgamer]

How about you gonna leave out the wood whisperer? He's the OG youtube woodworker.

[@melissaburns5240]

Steve Ramsey WWMM is the OG. Most everything April Wilkerson does is jacked up. But, I guess I'm not looking at what most everyone else is in her videos. 🤣

[@rpnp2]

@@melissaburns5240 yeah Steve Ramsey around 08 and Spagnuolo was before Ramsey and Mattias marble machine was like around the same time..

[@JayWC3333]

@@melissaburns5240 I agree about Wilkerson. She's out of hand.

[@morrisonsusan]

Beautiful build with quality tools! I know that you are also a master with hand tools and basic drill, driver, and track saw, etc. Would love to see you build the exact bench (or something similar) with the tools of the everyday woodworker. I would love to buy the plans for something I could actually build. Thanks, Jay.

[@jamesbarros950]

Fwiw, I got the plans last night, and made it through initial cut, surfacing and glue up with a circular saw, a random orbital sander, and some clamps (all from harbor freight) I intend to do the routing with a $25 trim router and some barstock for straight edge guides. The plans are really well laid out and make the above very possible. It's more work, but not too much more.

[@whittysworkshop982]

Youve come a long way from those old videos in an apartment workshop man, much respect!! :) I still remember those wise words you once taught me........Its not the arrow, its the Indian ;) You look happy and healthy....keep doin your thing brother!! :)

[@bobd.]

Jay, did you consider making the legs on the front side vertical. You wouldn't have the access or clearance problems and would be able to clamp large workpieces like doors or large panel to the face of the bench. With the back legs splayed out I think it would be stable and resist lateral forces when hand planing.

[@danmcdan8278]

Help! That jig for the bandsaw just blew my mind! Nice!

[@ParleysWoodedJourney]

Exactly. I hope the plans for that are in the build plans for the workhorse

[@JayBates]

It's just a rectangle piece of scrap MDF with a miter cut in it. It's literally just a piece of panel with a single angled cut.

[@mpmfr]

You changed your shop around. 🤔 Nice! 😉🤟 I was literally talking to someone yesterday about my lack of woodworking bench due to space, I think this may solve that problem! 💪😎

[@SantaClausHell]

Measure thrice, cut infinitely. That's my motto! Nice project, Jay. Can't wait for "pt. 2".

[@MaithriSanitgun]

When I need leather to skin a vise, I got to Goodwill and buy an old leather purse for next to nothing, it provides enough leather for several projects, and they go with my eyes so well.

[@pneumatic00]

That's a great idea! Unfortunately where I live (I suspect this is not true most other locations) the prices at Goodwill are almost the same as buying new! They used to be cheap. No more.

[@petethebeat4534]

Lol😜 "You don't need a lot of tools to do this" wth??🤣🤣🤣 But hey!! This is a great project to do! Thank you!! Love your videos 👍🏼👍🏼

[@guyjones4936]

Jay, I just purchased the plans and love them. One thing I think you should add though. We have always used our lower shelf as tool holding and I thought adding some tool holding options for the lower stretcher might be something that could be added. The tool tray in the accessories is nice but a full length tool holding option down under might be nice as well. Great job on the design of this bench! This is the perfect compromise for those of us to need to be mobile.

[@nickrust9358]

Hi just been watching your vids on the work bench. Great idea especially for site work. Was looking at making a small table top bench but I will be making one of these now, thanks great idea. I see you have legs at 90 degrees why not make rebates on the bench splayed outwards 7-10degrees. They would still pull out, and flat pack. I had a car years ago and I never glued the legs in on my traditional saw horses they were splayed and pulled out to flat pack them to go in the boot. Bit more mucking about but might be more stable without the use of a sand bag? Still, very good idea. Nick Rust

[@efrimmayer-aschhoff6]

First time viewer. Great editing and I love the comment overlays. Entertaining and informative. Nice job.

[@JohnColgan.]

Brilliant idea, best thing since the Black & Decker Workmate

[@DatsRight88]

First of all, excellent video! I love the editing and subtle comments and captions you add to them. Second of all, if this your idea of a simple DIY project with just a few power tools, you would either laugh or cringe at my simple projects.

[@robnic52]

Brilliant! Great video, great knock-down workhorse design. Always useable, useful, grown-up ideas. Cheers Jay.

[@seraph1926]

My dude this is just what I'm looking for. I don't have a garage. I don't have a shop. I need something thats sturdy and can break down and store out of the way. But first I need some tools. Going to use a minimum of power tools because I don't have that many.

[@larryfinfrock4857]

CNC MACHINES HAVE THIER PLACE BUT---YOU ARE A MASTER OF THIS KIND OF VIDEO!! MAY THERE BE MANY MORE TO COME!!

[@glassman5372]

Jay...Enjoy your builds...like the versatility...and your long term thinking...bought the plans will make it...

[@johnwillis9511]

Now come on Jay,'just a few power tools!' That I don't have! Looks good so will add to my project list( with mostly hand tools)😊

[@JohnColgan.]

You could do it with handsaws & planes, just takes longer & more effort, then it's just drill & router electricals to finish off where necessary

[@adamcoe]

And no disrespect man, that's a killer project and an incredibly useful mini bench. Just saying this is not remotely an entry level or "just a few common tools" kind of endeavour. Really dig the design and the microjig stuff is very cool. Love the Red Wing handles on your cabinets too! Cheers, apologies if I sounded like an ass

[@saliyalokeshwara]

I'm honestly impressed

[@ReadySetBuildIt]

This fills two of my needs. I was just looking for a set of quality saw horses and I also wanted to build a bench to try my hand at hand tools. I will definitely be looking to build this in the near future. Awesome design.

[@dp01]

That guy laughing... legendary. RIP "el Risitas". Great build.

[@RichardMerrill3Hawk]

A great hybrid, really clever, and I love the simple adjustment to the bottom clamp to make up for shrinkage over time.

[@randalblair]

Outstanding video work! Great project - I will be buying the plans. Loved the goof-up clips

[@Erik_The_Viking]

Love the editing! Well designed work horse. Practical and portable. Great job including Casitas when you made that mistake on the top - happens to all of us!

[@mammatus77]

That bandsaw sled is genius.

[@mattoutlaw337]

That laughing guy gets me every time! Awesome job on the edit!

[@_rlb]

Too bad he died a month ago :'(

[@richardpatterson4312]

I have no room for another bench, so this is going to be perfect for me. I look forward to the next video. Also, it's pretty clear you're exercising and eating healthy. You look leaner, stronger, healthier and more youthful. Good for you!

[@scottmayfield8229]

One of the best designs I have seen, I will be ordering the plans and making a set. Excellent job.

[@KDemosh]

As the legs expand outward and a gap forms at the top, that's a good place slide little wedges in from the side or the top!

[@billthompson8936]

Love the fact that you showed your mistakes. Thought after all these years, only I made mistakes. Would love for you to give the total time you invested in the projects, besides the filming.

[@bradymcphail9690]

This is definitely a fantastic tool! I was spellbound and mesmerized by the video Jay! I have to buy the plans, and can’t wait for the 2nd part of the video to get the information for the accessories. Here’s the thing, it’s a killer idea for a breakdown welders/ metal fabrication bench as well!!!

[@Joethetoolguy]

I miss this jay bates

[@jackdehaan2267]

These kind of practical projects are what I like. I, (and I suspect many others) simply can't relate to a "computer run" CNC machine. What I enjoy are the great designs with high quality workmanship, ending with a practical and useful project for the average individual. Also good explanations and video work. Thanks for another great video Jay. Beautiful work.

[@enriquin58]

Gracias Jay por acordarte del *RISITAS* ... *DEP* 🌹 🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸

[@SerendipityAntonio]

Gracias por tu homenaje al risitas 🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦

[@frankagee3157]

I love what you have done here. I have been trying this for over a year and have always come up short. I see what I have done wrong and am going to fix it. Although I am a hand tool wood worker, I love your channel. Keep the good stuff coming.

[@ogatkinson6274]

I came back to see video, I do enjoy watching your videos and how you work your projects, thanks.

[@zdeneksebek7807]

Dobrý den děkuji za nápad a posílám pozdrav z České Republiky👍👍👍

[@chsstagemanager2012]

Putting a shim down from the top would also be a quick fix for the leg-top joint loosening. Great project and video Jay, thanks

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Beautiful design. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Keep Making. God Bless.

[@christobaben3944]

I'm glad to see you put some fun editing back into your video!

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

Nice build! Those little blocks you flush cut off the tops of the legs--glue them to the outside top of each leg, flush with the bench top. This provides parallel clamping surfaces across the top of the bench even where the legs are.

[@clickster1883]

Nothing short of genius, both the project and the video. The giggling guy popping up when you find a mistake had me laughing out loud. Keep up the great work, my man.

[@jerrystark3587]

Now, THAT is a sawhorse. WOW! It combines all the best qualities of a good sawhorse with those of a good portable workbench. Nicely done. Thanks for the video. BTW: I'll bet two bags of softener salt would work for extra weight, too.

[@SpareroomWoodworking]

Vintage Jay. Great build and video. Also nice to see the mistakes (and how they were fixed).

[@tpobrienjr]

Once again, a well thought out project. Something very useful. Thanks, Jay.

[@scottmartin7717]

This is awesome and I can't wait for that follow up video!

[@JackRockBLC]

My own Matchfit Workhorse build is under way. Working on routing all the dovetail slots right now. Made more then a couple of screw ups (but each were recoverable). However, it definitely is a challenge when I don't have a large table saw (just a jobsite one). It certainly made it difficult to cut the mortises in the top. I wound up just cutting the left and right of each one by hand (pull saw) then hogging out the rest with a circular saw. One dovetail groove went off kilter, so I had to fill it back in with epoxy (thankfully I had plenty left over from a previous project) and will have to re-cut that one again.

[@email8378]

Gotta say Jay you have the sweetest shop!! Amazing!

[@chrish7650]

Editing has taken a plus 100. OG!

[@donny_bahama]

Absolutely BRILLIANT! Something so simple yet so functional - made from cheap lumberyard materials so it’s also inexpensive. Is this your design, Jay? It looks like some long lost (and rediscovered) old-timey design that woodworkers used 150 years ago. I love that it’s not only a very functional workbench but two of them make excellent sawhorses. And the knockdown aspect for storage and portability?! Truly outstanding in every way. Inspirational!

[@nigellitchfield9650]

Not caught up for a while and disappointed to find Nick Zametti has joined you.

[@JayBates]

Huh?

[@crosby3108]

Jay man these are so great, Great design, and great video editing very enjoyable, also I wanted you when you started and looks like I missed a bit you have lost some weight and look great man stay healthy

[@gregpennenga2462]

I really miss this kind of video. Nice work. Also, I use Festool MFT's for my on-site work. They are heavy and kind of pain to load/unload. I'm very interested in this design as a possible replacement. Well done.

[@hyselwatchandclockrepair1874]

Awesome design and build! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@Dunc2222]

Really thoughtful design, and well done.

[@albertreed966]

Great Job all around! I really like your organization skills, as well. Thanks for you're posting this!

[@arunpatel9812]

very impressed well planned & design.Tx for posting

[@michaelveloso]

Dam still remember the fist projects in the kitchen apartment. How time flies. Keep up the great work.

[@thesawdustfactory]

Excellent project Jay. Thanks!

[@bryanp1969]

Very nice work 👍 and your initial glue up was mesmerizing

[@jmadd1000]

You won’t need any fancy tools. Proceeds to use his bench planer, joiner, sliding mitre saw, band saw, etc.

[@guyprolly]

What an incredible video: helpful and full of good work and incredible production value.

[@solidstatejake]

You are a creative inspiration. Thank you for your work man.

[@BirdYoumans]

Jay, when you screw up, that gives the rest of us hope lol! You always seem to work magic with wood.

[@MrJacksmp]

will he used a few POWER tool $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[@htcinfinity]

@@MrJacksmp That's the mindset of a person who will never achieve anything.

[@johnporter8896]

Definitely missed this style of video

[@johnprocidano3783]

The explanation was spot on.

[@tree_carcass_mangler]

Great concept. And that happens to my whole leg if I stay in that postion too long. Thumbs up, and thanks for posting!

[@ryderscustomcreations3665]

This is a great build Jay. Really takes full advantage of the matchfit system!

[@awildschuetz1]

I'm really excited to build this one! I just built Tamar's loose tenon mortising jig that uses the matchfit clamps and track hardware, and they are so versatile. I might have dovetail tracks on everything in my shop soon! Thanks Jay!

[@chetleonard169]

Nice Microjig assessory. Now. Show us how we use it / can't live without it.

[@ricardomagnificent]

Brilliant. You think outside the box.

[@307mtb]

Definitely a nice sawhorse but at current lumber prices it will only cost $1000 to build lol. T track instead of dovetail slots would be nice if you don't have those clamps

[@kylecorry9537]

Find a local sawmill.

[@Richard-dh8ny]

Excellent bench and DIY video! Couple questions if you have a moment to reply... 1) MicroJig recommends doing all dovetail tracks in two steps by doing a preliminary cut with a 1/4 square bit. How did it work out with just doing a single pass with your dovetail bit with your cordless mini router? 2) Plywood and hardwoods are commonly matched with the MicroJig clamps for strength and durability. How has your softwood bench held-up over time with the dovetail clamps? I suspect moderate clamping pressure would avoid possible breakouts.

[@SgtBooker44]

Genius. This is an awesome bench.

[@hurph]

Pure genius

[@binkleyt]

Sweet project, you thought of it all!

[@jeffforbes3772]

Looking forward to part 2. Thanks for posting.

[@je-fq7ve]

While it is a "chop"saw the motion is not chop chop chop. think of sliding the saw thru the wood. it is a cleaner cut.

[@lenarich3403]

Love this workhorse! Great job!

[@johnkelley9877]

This is a great Idea! Thanks for sharing this.

[@gablebarber]

Excellent project, really well thought out and quite well executed!

[@ilive4livemusic]

Clever concept, well executed.

[@Damon_Barber]

Nice design! As you were routing the grooves it looked like you were just looking for any available open space! 😜 But then the reveal showed the method to the madness! Thanks for showing your mistakes. It makes the rest of us feel like we have hope! P.S.- would love to see you do an interview with @731 Woodworks! Love both your channels and you got him started!

[@anway1953]

Excellent Jay, very creative!

[@mswmsn]

"Just a couple of power tools"!

[@paulw3830]

Love the Smash Bros announcer 😆

[@KE010101]

Good design on the work stand / bench.

[@yasso2am]

Where is the mention of Jay casually lifting and easily placing a 100lb sandbag on that bottom shelf?

[@JourneyNorthAK]

Ya..that almost floated onto the shelf...lol

[@eWood_q8]

Good job, Jay!