How to Build a Shave Horse. Bowyer's Woodworking Dream. Traditional Handmade Vice for Wood Carving

[@MickGrewcock]

Hi guys and gals. I've struggled for two years when making bows to hold the stave steady. I don't know why I wasted so much time before building a shave horse!

[@battowsai]

Thanks for sharing this, its a really simple design that seems to really help you in the progress of making bows. Also i have to say i really like your editing style its never boring with the changing views, but i assume its a lot of work to get all these angles in the first place ;)

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you! Yes it is a lot of work to make the video but I like to make them as good as my skills allow. The shave horse took about 6 hours to build, filming and editing about 23 hours!!

[@Tombombadillo999]

Mick Grewcock thanks for the knowledge bro!

[@ringokidd387]

Thanks for sharing that man that was awesome I'm going to build one too

[@horseblinderson4747]

Thanks for the video, maybe I'll finally build one. Need to build a carving bench to go with my stump.

[@TomHutchinson5]

Came for the green woodworking, stayed for the slow-mo action shots and smooth grooves

[@ReasonAboveEverything]

This dude is absolutely one of KZbins best.

[@MrPatrick7777]

I agree. I also dig his freestyle carpentry. It is a true creative spirit that allows for enjoyment of makery.

[@vikassm]

Doubly absolutely!

[@treyvionrussell5922]

Triples.

[@rickdearmont9950]

Its as if Sir David Attenborough learned videography and decided to share. Only 25k subs? Unbelievable. Very high quality. Thank you.

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏

[@scottadams9202]

i don't understand why people put negative comments down. if you don't like what your watching move on to something you do. otherwise make a choice not to watch it or to watch it. this guy has put alot of good material out there explaining what he is doing.

[@spudpud-T67]

The David Attenborough of wood working.

[@MickGrewcock]

🙏

[@Kurokubi]

I swear this guys voice would not be out of place in a national geographic documentary or a geico commercial lol Very relaxing. Great video either way

[@mickymurray3574]

Mike, while I’ll never build a shave horse, you really make it easy to understand. On must videos , they just start cutting and or welding. At the end of the video, you get to see what they’ve built. I almost always turn them off about half way through. You, on the other hand, are an excellent teacher. Thanks.

[@MickGrewcock]

Micky Murray Thank you Micky. That’s a nice comment to receive. 🙏🙏🙏

[@interact48]

On this subject this is the very best video on KZbin

[@joebalabuszko8863]

Put the kettle on, grab the digestives, some marmalade and extra sharp cheddar cheese. Watch this, first for technical advice, secondly to see a thing of practical beauty put together. A perfectly clearly done explanation of how to build a shave horse.

[@MickGrewcock]

Perfect. Love cheddar. Thanks for watching!

[@davidwsmith316]

Hi Mick, 👋 Among the various Shave Horse designs that can be seen on KZbin, your design is the simplest and most direct! 😀 I like 👍 that you use found materials and friction fit all the parts. I'm a newbie gathering tools, materials, and information to attempt my 1st bow! I believe I will use your design to first build my own Shave Horse. Like you, I believe that I have all those materials around the house, for free! 😊 Thanks for making it so accessible! 😊

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck 👍👍

[@davidwsmith316]

​@Mick Grewcock Hi Mick, ???Question??? I'm 6'2" and about to make my Shave Horse using your measurements! 😮 Are you close to that height? Or should I add a few inches to the various parts? 😊

[@MickGrewcock]

@@davidwsmith316 I am about 5’10” with 29” inside leg. I think leg length is more important than height but your reach as you bend forward to draw the knife back is also important. You could sit on a regular chair and estimate measurements from that. Some people make a slightly more complex horse that has a moveable seat which will accommodate people of varying stature. Good luck.

[@yehielmike]

Thanks for your excellent explaination. Good combination of hand tools and electric tools.

[@rodricbr]

that's the kind of woodworking channel i've been looking for, only a electric drill were used, that's exactly what i've been searching for

[@zam200864]

Nice simple vid, thanks for doing the measurements in inches

[@PedroScedro]

Brilliant, just what I’ve been looking for. I love that it’s all from scraps and no glue or screws required. Great video thanks.

[@MickGrewcock]

🙏🙏

[@fredmonroe6042]

Just what I was looking for. Kind of relaxing working out side.

[@yestervue4697]

LOVE the folding wooden measure stick!

[@mantrop]

There's a rumour: if you leave a comment, Mick will give you a heart

[@MickGrewcock]

It’s true!

[@swaminathaniyer2647]

Shave horse is fantastic. You got a good way of talking, can also become a good commentator.

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏 Stay well

[@benandsylvia]

As a carpenter, I see many trade secrets that most people don't know. Such as using your hand saw as a square. Brilliant!

[@tmccloughlin]

Give that man a medal!🎖

[@johnny30806]

Mick you inspired me. Got up at 5:30 am drinking coffee and looking at a scrap pile of 5 different woods and built the shave horse. I was roughing out bow staves by 12 noon. Thank you Sir.

[@MickGrewcock]

Awesome. Hope bow build was successful too!

[@hub7093]

I'm disabled but I'm getting my stuff together slowly but surely LOL we're learning this stuff together friend LOL good job

[@MickGrewcock]

Sorry to hear that but I hope the learning is helping! Good luck.

[@ordinaryguy6869]

You sir, are an incredible woodworker.

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏

[@ankhtruth]

Voicelike David Attenborough reporting on the making of the wild shaving horse 👍😁

[@MickGrewcock]

😉

[@ew5053]

This is so clearly explained and motivates me to make one of my own. Thanks so much for your commentary and clear love of what you are doing. Keep doing these videos

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck!

[@plum1000]

So glad I "clicked" on this incredible video. A recent series of 65 mph gusts russled through the park trees and delivered gobs of "raw materials" for this project, which I greedily devoured to the wonderment of passers-by. But then, I had to "figure out" what to do with the small collection of wooden treasures. I began the journey of learning what an old man can do. Thanks for becoming a resting place of education along the road to peace and contentment. The part about shaving wood that few think about is that one's mind does not get "put on hold" but continues on. I meditate on God... how "real" He is... how He speaks. Imagine... woodworking, old age, and nearness to the Creator! It hardly gets better than this! Thank you so much! I'll put a motorcycle-shaped seat on mine, padded with foam and wrapped in burlap. Fun!

[@MickGrewcock]

Wow! That’ll be a unique shave horse. Good luck, enjoy - and many thanks for commenting 🙏

[@bumfitmusic101]

Nice work, I think I can make one with the scrap I have laying around! Thanks for the details!

[@hobbyhermit66]

It's nice to know that once you get your shave horse finished, you'll be able to use it to build some really nice shave horses.

[@kevinholgate5796]

Loved that you made this of "found" materials. I will be scavenging my pieces soon but will have to make a larger table as I work on sculptures rather than bows.

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck Kevin!

[@thejoe6043]

Brilliant job sir. Will be saving this and making one of my own for the very same reason! Thanks for makin this video!

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck!

[@vancamerawoman7399]

A terrific explanation of how to make a shave horse. Thanks so much 😊

[@louiscaraballo7354]

That is an awesome video not sure why I never saw this... Thank you

[@TheCanadianlongboard]

Obviously this guy has a kid that's into videography that's helping him out. Wow.

[@MickGrewcock]

Canadian Longboarder Is the kid any good?

[@jimborstock6281]

Excellent video! Thanks for sharing.

[@MickGrewcock]

Thanks for watching

[@wasteogden5893]

I owe it to you for helping me identify the wonderful ash trees on my woods, over crowded so grew super straight and tall and just like the ones you showed off in other videos as well, I'm doing my best to learn woodworking the old ways cause I can't dream to afford power tools and fancy equipment but I so desperately want to go somewhere with my woodworking it's such a passion of mine even though I'm fresh and new to this. I want to try and make a bow now that I've been watching your videos and I'm excited and feel confident I can make a good effort

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck! Power tools are not necessary (though they do speed some jobs). There are plenty of vintage tools out there and some at good prices. These tools will teach you to slow down, to coordinate hand and eye and learn about wood. Good luck and enjoy.

[@wasteogden5893]

@@MickGrewcock I got severe ADHD a d have rushed my way through life and woodworking is teaching me to slow down and breathe. Of course i plan to use a drill at least but I prefer hand saws over power saws

[@MickGrewcock]

@@wasteogden5893 In which case working with hand and low powered tools will help you work carefully and thoughtfully. The best of luck.

[@wasteogden5893]

@@MickGrewcock exactly sir you understand!!! Thank you for the informational videos and inspiration in life

[@stevenbp101]

Hi Bubba, yours is about the best and easiest I’ve seen. Thanks for the video. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you (from an old guy in England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿) 🙏🙏🙏

[@stevenbp101]

@@MickGrewcock hey Mick just wanted to tell you me and the wife have a little cabin in he woods and I’m always doing some kinda projects around there, your shave horse is going to be a nice addition to the rustic ole place. We’re close to a small very small town called Strawberry Arkansas. Population 268 and we’re about 6 miles away in the woods. God bless y’all and stay close to Jesus. (Old guy from Arkansas)🇺🇸

[@MickGrewcock]

That sounds utterly idyllic. We have a little off grid cabin next to a small lake in our (7 acre) woodland. It is a blissful escape from the world’s troubles. Enjoy yours with all your heart and soul. Stay safe both of you.

[@aswanpohan3380]

good idea👍👍👍

[@TheWizzkid67]

This guy needs more views his videos are great

[@joebalabuszko8863]

Thank you Mick For your reply. I lived in England till I was 13. That combination of digestive biscuits, marmalade, and extra sharp cheddar cheese, along with cutting wood kept me out of jail my entire life. That and a great wife, who also loves that combo has kept me a happy man. I look forward to any other videos you may post.Cheers.

[@FrederikusRex1453]

thanks :D i been looking for something like this thank you very much sir :D

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck

[@eddy4112]

There is something so simple and natural about using the materials and methods our forefathers perfected. Satisfaction and peace come to mind. Well done Sir !

[@firebladex8586]

Our forefathers would have loved to have a Hitachi cordless drill too ;)

[@paddymalone7957]

Really enjoyable common sense approach. Thank you

[@larsfrandsen2501]

This is a super instructional - not just for bow makers. Thank you so much!

[@The_Tempelar]

Great shave horse

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏

[@The_Tempelar]

@@MickGrewcock Keep up the great work

[@youenn2180]

Best lesson in woodworking and English for a frenchman interested in both...

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you

[@soldieroffortune757]

Thanks mate. Great Video, great content and explanations. Much appreciated. Greetings from upper Bavaria Germany.

[@MickGrewcock]

Good evening Germany and thank you for your kind comment 🙏

[@toonybrain]

I appreciate that there are no nuts or bolts or other hardware. I’m in dire need of a shaving horse myself, but hadn’t found a design I like - yours may well be the ticket! Thank you.

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck!

[@biggreenmouse]

Absolutely brilliant.

[@MickGrewcock]

🙏🙏

[@markluke8447]

Very informative and clearly laid out. Thank you for sharing.

[@EvilDwarf-pp5py]

Excellent video. When not narrating nature documentaries Mr. Attenborough does some fine woodworking 👍

[@csalazar8426]

Brilliant! Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@terrywinnop1487]

I love it. I am inspired to make one, for free

[@nstlase5505]

That's a very nice looking shave horse

[@MickGrewcock]

nst låse Thank you 🙏

[@treyvionrussell5922]

Primitive weapon crafting has been a hobby of mine for about a year now and I only just recently decided to try the Bow. I appreciate the way you talked about enjoying the art of crafting bows and realizing that Hey. Errors and mistakes happen. Learn from it. Shave some more. Thanks.!

[@ericbulich9812]

Good luck in your new journey🙏🏻

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏

[@petervanrensburg4171]

Thank you for showing Mick, nice shave horse

[@михаилроманов-ф7ч]

Отличная работа! Спасибо за видео!

[@vernwilson6910]

Thank you for sharing your skills with us, awesome job 😊

[@gharr1405]

I really miss Mick Grewcocks videos, he's the best!

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏

[@chrisbeadle6287]

I’m halfway through buliding my shave horse. I began on your beginners bow project and had the same problem, couldn’t keep it still to save my life. This video is brilliant, along with all your bow related content. I’ve always wanted to try making bows and your greenwood project on my feed inspired me to try. I’ve also been heavilt depressed recently, going out looking for greenwood and building the horse has lifted my mood exponentially. Thanks for taking the time to post all of these lessons Mick. Appreciate it.

[@MickGrewcock]

Hi Chris. I’m sorry to read you’ve been a bit down of late. Surprising isn’t it how absorbing is working in and with wood, a way of taking oneself out of daily cares and becoming friends with bits of stick. These old crafts and aids towards accomplishing them are seriously good for our wellbeing and I’m pleased that you have found some relief in the craft. Good luck on your adventures, chin up and keep going. You’re the best pal you’ve got so look after yourself.

[@chrisbeadle6287]

@@MickGrewcock thanks Mick. It is, totally absorbing, I’ve never known anything that quietens my mind like it. Can’t wait to start properly, after I’ve finished the horse that is. Thanks again chap 👍

[@gileswhiteheadartist]

Brilliant video Mick. Thank you so much.

[@owenthomas5876]

Been looking for simple non expensive ways to make a shavehorse and this is it, thank you for a well explained video

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏

[@dougbarlow3010]

Hey Mick, saw this video on making a shave horse, my wife and I make brooms, and I need a shave horse to hold the handle so I could strip off the bark. Your design is perfect. Just finished mine using Lilac for the legs and spindles and 2x6 for the bench. Must say, it turn out pretty good for my first one. Couldn’t have done it with out you. Tried to attach pictures but couldn’t figure out how to do it. Thanks from North Eastern Utah, USA.

[@marion6083]

Thanks so much - you have made all the details clear. I'm a beginner greenwood worker, trying to build a shave horse (when I need a shave horse to build one). Relieved to see I am not alone in the clamping problem! I will keep working and hope my horse turns out as well as yours has. It seems all is possible, with a few sticks and planks.

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck!

[@gregkinkead4540]

Nice music selection and great job! Love the simplicity!!

[@Musrusticus-]

Super little film, thank you.

[@NorthmanAquatics]

I never comment on videos, but this video is so DAMN GOOD. Thanks to you I'll be making my first bow soon. Going to make my first shave horse tomorrow!

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you John, appreciated.

[@geoffallert1921]

With some good tools and a good bit of knowledge, you can build anything. Cheers, mate. love your videos. Geoff Allert

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you Geoff 🙏

[@leroymontano9080]

Sir thank you so much ,hello from utah USA🇺🇸

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you 🙏 Happy 2023

[@timgill1557]

Absolutely love your video...I am starting to make a bow using my Great Grandfather's draw knife from the late 1800's

[@MickGrewcock]

Fantastic! Great story behind your bow. Best of luck!

[@josejesusiiivergara1011]

this is the first time I've seen a shaving horse in our part of the province of rizal i've haven't seen a working shaving horse or know someone who used a drawknife we only use spokeshave and planer thank you for sharing this instructional video i show this to my friends

[@laurentiufratila6847]

Great job, and also verry usefull!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you

[@robertmanly7230]

Thanks Mate for sharing. Good W.O.R.K (Wisely Organize Reliable Knowledge). Looking forward to building one now and make a long bow in Australia.

[@zarkomircic521]

Divno i poucno,smeta traka ,malo se vidi,,,pozz.👍

[@MickGrewcock]

Hvala na komentaru!

[@ashleybuckner8773]

Very glad I stumbled across your videos.

[@interact48]

the best video ive seen on shave horse construction, im sat here in virus lockdown and i need to build one with scrap and Damson for the legs , then i found this video, you beauty Mick , love from Lincoln

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you Bomber Country! Glad you enjoyed and thanks for comment. Stay well. Mick

[@lucyb15]

so helpful! I've been puzzling about just how to make one and now I have a plan. thanks so much.

[@mikemccollum4521]

Just found this. Nice work

[@RamonMarais-k2k]

Built one only last week for the same reason. Made it from offcuts I had lying around. It is a bit more robust than yours, but the same basic design. Having the horse makes all the difference. I make chairs from fence droppers, and the parts are finnished with the drawknife. For those final light cuts it is great.

[@MickGrewcock]

👍

[@jtothew6735]

Didn't even know I needed one of these, but now we do! Fabulous editing, btw. Loved the slo-mo.

[@kevinclark2948]

Nice to see David Attenborough is diversifying

[@MickGrewcock]

🤣

[@jeremynorman1330]

Just brilliant. Thank you

[@MickGrewcock]

Jeremy Norman No problem, thanks for watching 🙏

[@daniellapain1576]

When you work with a shave horse you move in a row motion. When I was a kid I made my first mallet with one and I have never forgotten the technique they taught me to do so. The reason why I think is to reduce back strain on long sessions

[@colb715]

Just built a shave horse to your design out of scrounged wood from side of the road and old broom handles. I’m now ready to start my frost bow. So a big thanks love your videos.

[@sren5896]

Greatly appreciated, mate! Got myself a drawknife recently and ran into the same problem. Going to need to make myself one now!

[@chetnash5991]

Great build!

[@indianatone218]

excellent thanks for showing us ,its on my to do list.

[@mervynpatterson7164]

A great info vid again as always.many thanks.

[@atomicwinter31]

You sound like the Sir David Attenborough of forest crafters

[@thecurrentmoment]

"Attenbowyer"

[@MickGrewcock]

@thecurrentmoment 😊

[@johnlong3214]

And your next challenge is to make a shave horse without using a workmate and battery drill. Thank you Mick, very enjoyable.

[@MickGrewcock]

Better get myself some old tools I guess then John!

[@hillbillyheadcam1729]

Always great music

[@AmadeeOwner7]

Thanks man, this video was very helpful! Made one using your instructions. Cheers!

[@salvationbordercountry3800]

You get an A rating from me for Best Design and Simplest construction. As a beginner this is what beginners tend to look for. Thanks (c=

[@michaelpthompson]

Well done indeed Mick! Here I was, thinking "I really should make a shave horse." and then a video from you pops up on my feed giving me exactly the information I need. I don't have a woodlot, but I have scrap wood around here that I can probably use. Perfect!

[@vigab9601]

I too need to make one. Thank you!

[@myobs]

Great job and thanks for showing how to make one using hand tools alone for mere mortals like myself. I'm tired of seeing other people who using vast array of expensive machinery when creating theirs.

[@MickGrewcock]

Thank you!

[@deanoboland]

Outstanding sir

[@MickGrewcock]

🙏🙏🙏

[@lylachristopherson865]

Concise and super easy to understand. I'll be making my own soon. Thank you.

[@MickGrewcock]

Good luck!

[@Ade24621]

Nice work Mick. I added a hinge (an old door one I had lying around) to the bench/ table. Made a huge difference when working different sized pieces. I can move the wedge back and forth and hold almost anything it a comfortable angle. Always great to see your work, take care.

[@siggy2609]

Thats a great idea! I'll keep this in mind when making my shaving horse.