Drill Press Randomness, Storage Cabinet, Fence, and Jigs

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In this video I string together a few drill press projects. First is a 4 drawer storage cabinet on casters. I show a handful or cabinet making pro tips including but not limited too; how I install drawer slides with a high level of precision. I also show how I make a sturdy fence that attaches to a simple drill press table and a neat magnetic work stop. Veering from the main focus of the video, I go over how I alter a CMT cabinet door boring jig for more awesomeness. Finally, I show two different ways to store drill bits.
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[@amozmozez6480]

Whenever I want to relax and watch a professional cabinet and furniture maker doing his thing, I go to one of your videos. The love and attention you give "the shop apprentice" is a true pleasure; he will appreciate your time with him for his entire life. KUDOS, again.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@jcsrst]

Friday and a Mike Farrington video! I predict those kids are going to like woodworking! Another great video, very clever Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I hope they do.

[@johnford7847]

Your videos always have a lot of useful information, in addition to wry humor and elegant builds. Thank you for sharing.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks for watching!

[@TerryPullen]

I think this is state-of-the-art cabinet making for today. No steps missed, no corners cut. If you are new to the craft and wondering how to make a cabinet, follow these processes, and techniques as closely (within reason) as you can. Thanks Mike.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@gattonpc]

First i think you need all the tools this guys have.. to get it right you see it. With basic tools it is kinda hard to get results like this. So if you are "new" to the "craft".. info in this video is excelent.. but you will never have the same results with basic tools.

[@davidclark5975]

The magnetic stop on the drill press was superb. This is the first time I have seen this technique. Thumbs up. Teaching your helper the first in safety with the vac is a thumbs up as well. Keep on keepin on!

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mandyleeson1]

A real treat, Thank you Mike, and also thank you shop apprentices for the added value of pure joy.

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stanwiggins3423]

Great presentation, and I really like to see the "shop apprentice" at work and enjoying himself while helping Daddy. The drill press storage cabinet was a great build, and I appreciate the time you took to explain in detail how and why you did each step the way you did it. The accessory table for cutting hinge holes is a great idea, and I can see how that would really help on projects with multiple hinged doors that need to be made consistently and quickly.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks 👍

[@isaactwining5209]

Hey Mike, just wanted to tell you how much I like your videos. I’ve been working in cabinet and furniture shops for 20 years now and it’s cool to see how other people build. I Feel like I always learn something new from you every time I watch. Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. Always great to get a nice compliment from a fellow pro.

[@rangerrick9905]

Mike - I love your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and especially your dry sense of Humor! 'Been watching your channel for years and always recommend it to people wanting to know how something should be done.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much!

[@garyvs.carsmore4607]

Love the vibe of this video. Narration, content, filming and cameo appearances of your child make it a delight to watch. Gary

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you so much!

[@walkerswoodcraft6741]

Your content (knowledge and craft) are always on point! Thanks for reorganizing my drill press cabinet, along w/ pretty much everything else in the shop.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@talltimberswoodshop7552]

A big thumbs up on this one. Certainly a needed project in my shop. I like it since it's not attached to the drill press but nests nicely underneath.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yeah, I thought it was important to be able to move the case out of the way if needed.

[@dustyrusty7956]

Mike - I always enjoy your videos, even though I am not a woodworker. I am, however, a person who enjoys finely made things...and even your shop furniture is of that quality! As a father, I really appreciate your incorporating your children into the process as "shop assistants". I wish you much success in your business and family.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@woodpurposedmechanic8299]

I have to thank you for the idea of using urethane glue. You are one of the few that I've seen use it or recommend it and it sure has made a difference in my projects!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. It is a very good glue when used properly.

[@mrinkswitch]

I go back and watch your videos again from time to time, and the joke storm from k-nobs to existential angst about shock wires and chamfer bits to your 2HP hacksaw gave me a real, actual chuckle.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@rce2553]

6:32 Dude you just killed me dead, “Garth that was a Hyaku”. Mike I swear man, sometimes you have a direct line to my sophisticated sense of humor. Yes I’m old enough to appreciate a reference to Wayne’s World.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thats great to hear. I was just a young guy when that movie came out. I still remember seeing it with my buddies. I certainly share you sophisticated sense of humor.

[@wymershandymanservice9965]

Beautiful project, appreciate the fact you slowed down enough we could see the work in progress 👍😁 Nice touch 🇺🇸🦅🌏⚓️🇺🇸

[@MikeFarrington]

You bet!

[@mattelias721]

You always have superior content, Mike, and as everyone else mentions, probably the best sense of humor out there among woodworking folks on KZbin. I would have commented much earlier, but I had to recover from a massive OCD-satisfaction coma after seeing your drill bit solutions. I plan on borrowing your twist and brad point idea soon... I promise to return it when I'm done.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@mjfister]

Somehow missed this but always fun to see what you do in your spare time AND with increasing amounts of help from your 'crew' - keep on keepin on! Best, Mike

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@soylentgreen326]

Bored room! Board room! Love the jig conveniently located in line of sight 👀 *Definitely not vomitous* 👍🤯😎

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@makethepart]

Watched with my headphones, my spouse thought I was watching stand-up comedy by my audible giggles from the other room. Thanks for the Home Runs Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Cory. Hope you're doing well sir.

[@TheMrpaz]

And just like that, my Friday got so much better with a new video from my favorite woodworker :)

[@MikeFarrington]

Wow, thanks! Happy to help.

[@ericfrisard2060]

I know we don’t see everything, mistakes etc, but I’m always amazed by your capacity to produce precise, clean and beautiful job. Really impressive as always ! Cheers from France !

[@MikeFarrington]

Wow, thank you!

[@DanTheOldMan]

Your references were really on point today.

[@RyanNeufeld]

He makes the sickest references

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@paulallan8131]

Annnnd the main man is back. Mr Hypnotic voice Harrington serves up another fantastic OCD project with no lack of precision. Nice work fella 👍🏻

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you much!

[@williamellis8993]

Great video and great info, Mike. I love the humor but especially love seeing the shop apprentice. Stay safe and keep enjoying the little ones. Bill

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@matthewshull8376]

Well, you said keep my eye out for the CMT upgrade jig, you did not disappoint! Great organization!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks. Thats good to hear. It really is a neat jig.

[@sfguy7943]

Another Oscar worthy video Mike. Yours is one of the few channels where I’ll watch every video, no matter what the subject. I always learn something and your sense of humor is top notch. Now, please tell me where I can order some of those ka-nobs.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. Ha! Ka-nobs can normally be bought where knobs are sold.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Like the least vomitus videos I've watched today. Well done. Mission accomplished, Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Great to hear.

[@frankcornfield5915]

Another great video refining your great workshop. Nice to see the shop apprentice has an assistant.

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@philshock3805]

The most non-vomitus video in recent memory! :) The drill cart is pretty great - been meaning to build the same thing for quite a while, just on a slightly smaller scale. And I LOVE the forstner bit storage solution. So simple, yet highly effective - I've made similar with the cutters pointing up but this is much better!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. The forstner bit storage is a pain to make, but totally worth the effort.

[@meehanswoodworking5314]

I love it mostly the cup hinge jig attached to your drill press very slick

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@jerrystark3587]

Great cabinet and even better work. Thanks! The apprenticeships appear to be progressing nicely, too.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much Jerry.

[@emedina403]

Wow! The shop apprentice is 4 years old already! Where does the time go! Great video! I always look forward to your videos!

[@MikeFarrington]

Where does the time go?

[@keving8682]

Another great, practical video packed with useful tips! Thanks Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@meestahwah]

Always fun to watch your videos Mike. Thanks for posting

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks for watching!

[@EinarHagen]

That was fire!! My CDO is very impressed. (Yes, CDO is more better organized accurately when listed alphabetically...) ;) :D

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Love that.

[@dannyfigueroa8092]

Buddy, love the videos. Very educational and entertaining. Not gonna lie I have been missing watching you post new videos lately. I hope you are still pretty busy with work so you can continue making these great videos!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. I'll have a couple more videos out soon.

[@jeromestsauver]

"I'm a biscuit jointer kinda gal" - lol

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha!

[@toddward2310]

You do outstanding work! It really is a pleasure to watch👍

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much!

[@Hatchmade]

That cmt hinge jig would be super handy. I always enjoy your videos, hands down my favorite channel on youtube.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much, it is a useful jig if you're building cabinets.

[@paulgarriock3898]

Hoorah, you're back to working with wood. My patience richly rewarded. Thank you. Great video.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks Paul.

[@joergsrom6221]

Yes, great video. After 5 years you cash give the tasks to your son. Thank you and greetings to the apprentice. Thomas

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@bushman4124]

Love the cabinet and the jigs, the sanding disc is a great solution so i made one from 10 mm thick aluminium, a through life saver i might add.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. The disc is a neat tool for sure.

[@richarddunn504]

Cool woodworking along with poetic narration 👍👏👌

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you liked it!

[@scottcallan3897]

One, really neat seeing your son grow up and now views of your daughter, wonderful. I thought you had a boring machine for your hinges, why this new one? The drill press cabinet is top notch, will do the same. Thanks for your on going presence, really enjoy your work.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I bought this jig because setting up the boring machine for one offs took too long, this one I just work to a pencil line. I also wanted the ability to be able to drill for different hinge brands. After using this jig, I decided to sell the boring machine. I only used it a couple times a month, the rest of the time it was just taking up space.

[@scottcallan3897]

@@MikeFarrington thank you I truly enjoy your work

[@MikeFarrington]

@@scottcallan3897 Thank you, that's great to hear.

[@jporterfield]

@@MikeFarrington Yeah, and as I recall you said this was particularly useful on jobs where you encounter other types of hinges.

[@MikeFarrington]

@@jporterfield Yes, different drill aggregates can be installed to match up to all the major hinge manufacturers patterns.

[@caseymclennan7773]

I really hope you get more popular. These videos are very inspiring.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@parkwayconcepts8758]

I like that flush trim with v-groove bit! Always pick up somebhandy tips from your videos. Appreciate your channel.

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad to help!

[@twobitwoodworker]

I've been hunting for a 3102 this past year based on your praise for it. I finally found one in good condition for $80 (plus a bunch of bits/accessories) with the exact same issue as 12:32. The guy's sending a replacement cable along for the ride, race you to the replacement!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thats kinda the deal, about every 10 years or so, the cords will need replacing. I consider that just a part of ownership.

[@trbarnett]

This is perfect!! I’m about to start restoring the same drill press (early 1942 model) and was trying to figure out storage options as well. As always, great video.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. If you're interested, I have a video on my channel documenting my restoration of this drill press. Mine was mid 40s.

[@trbarnett]

@@MikeFarrington Yeah, I’ve watched it about a dozen times! Another good video. I picked this one up about two years ago, then moved into a new home. So other projects got in the way. About to get on it though. Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

@@trbarnett Thank you. Sorry for the constant never-ending self promotion. Let me know how the restoration goes.

[@dennissmith5837]

Great project! Also a great video!

[@tomdahmer7596]

Nice work. You have a well-tuned nose for used shop equipment. Excellent re-hab work. Color me green.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much!

[@kenneththomas3558]

Thanks so much, Mike! I always learn something and laugh with your videos.

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you like them!

[@EricMosegard]

Thanks Mike, that was very well done

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@guillermo7777]

Great content mike you the man, nice drawer install, keep bringing content like this is awesome thanks sr.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks, will do!

[@julianlech8505]

Great looking cabinet and an awesome drill press fence.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks!

[@kanedNunable]

very accurately jigsawed that semi circle. a sure sign of a super hero.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@hansangb]

You really are an arteeeest! Your shop furniture looks better than most paid for furniture. At @18:15 was positively ASMR!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@MESTER47]

Great tips and tricks, cmt 333 hinge boring kit its nice, i bought blum ecodrill for that operation. Great video and really nice building.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. The ecodrill is a nice piece as well.

[@chrisstearns10]

Great build and great video. You can tell a good woodworker from a bad woodworker if they over tighten their screws or not👍👍👍

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. So true, I always shake my head when I see some burry a screw with their driver set at full speed.

[@Blazer19742002]

My OCD gives this video 2 huge thumbs up. Tfs 👍👍😁

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you!

[@bobhally2951]

Mike, It's about time you let the shop apprentice get some hours in. Great to see your son working with you. really great content! Thanks for your teaching.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@superhall229]

Great job as always!

[@MikeFarrington]

I appreciate that

[@Mark_Wood]

Thanks! you're always informative and entertaining.

[@MikeFarrington]

I appreciate that!

[@damonrondeau8416]

Hey, I managed to hang onto my lunch and enjoyed watching you work, as always.

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@rayoneill8126]

Masterful again Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@MrGeroth]

You Sir are a pro. Thanks for sharing.

[@MikeFarrington]

I appreciate that!

[@douglee650]

Great structure to this one! Drill press theme ✨

[@MikeFarrington]

Yes! Thank you!

[@jean-mariefransaert1990]

A real pleasure to watch ! J-M from Belgium

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@randypowell4799]

Very neat, and nicely done as always.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@PLaTerra]

Mike - thx for the discount code and as always the video is fantastic

[@MikeFarrington]

Any time!

[@NormReitzel]

Wonderful apprentice you have there.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you kindly

[@therightangle]

Looks great! I guess its time to make an organizer for myself.

[@MikeFarrington]

Go for it!

[@21CryBaby]

Great product love it

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@TheTranq]

Nice work. I really liked the fence design I may do something similar. I hate using T track for my stop

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Me too, I don't like the T track or a dove tail track.

[@dpmccutcheon]

Lots of great tips, as usual!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@mikensam2009]

You were in rare form today my friend. "I slowed this clip down so..." Great video and great project!

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@carbinja]

Always satisfying to watch you work your magic! I dare ask...You think you can show how to make a fouldable table with storage underneath for foulding chairs? I wanna make one MF style😊 My brother lives in a small place but misses a dining table. Could you? Pls? 🙏🤗

[@josemamertobacani6498]

Execelent job very clean detail 👍💫✨💥

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@chrispotts4830]

Funniest man in woodworking!!

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@PeanutsDadForever]

Another entertaining video. I really enjoy your banter/dialogue. Loved your tool selection as well. 👴🏻🇦🇺

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mikeamboy7292]

Nicely done

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@haroldaubry8344]

Great work!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks!

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

This is a great project.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@bobt471]

Great job on the informational video. Also enjoy that you incorporate your kids.👍😆

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks so much!

[@warrenmusselman9173]

As always Mike, a great video.

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@andredionne7769]

très beau travaille belle job

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@danielgeng2306]

Delicious as they may be let us never forget the biscuit is and always will be mighty !

[@MikeFarrington]

Agreed!

[@benborsa8266]

that was great. i didn't know they made made i door hinge set up like that to add to drill presses! i'll be adding that to my next shopping list for the shop

[@MikeFarrington]

Its a really neat jig.

[@benborsa8266]

@@MikeFarrington will you be getting rid of your blum? Side question, the tall bench dogs you have that raise the track for the track was. Did you have your "hobbiest" machinest neight make them or did you purchase them? If you purchased them where did you get them? Ive built a Paulk bench and those would cone in handy with holding my track saw

[@MikeFarrington]

@@benborsa8266 I already did. After using this jig a couple times I sold the Blum Minipress. The bench dogs were from TSO products. They have a bunch of different dogs to pick from.

[@benborsa8266]

@@MikeFarrington fantastic thank you man! 👊🏻

[@chriswebb810]

Nice work!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks!

[@jimcooney9019]

thanks for sharing your video

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks for watching!

[@dabeamer42]

Thanks for the caster tip. I have not been happy with the last few iterations of casters I've found at lately. And I gotta get a drill press. Maybe then I might be able to drill like a 4-year-old. Only problem with that plan is that it's Yet Another cabinet/base/tool stand I gotta build. My mitre saw is still waiting... I like the slide/swoop/not-jump video cuts, whatever they're called. Upping your vid game, I see. And I detected a bit more thought put into the writing, too. Props all around!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, those casters are really great. They hold steady when locked. Thank you for noticing, I have been trying to up my video game.

[@SmallWorkshopGuy]

Love the dry sense of humor.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@glen291184]

Mate your the best I’ve ever seen out there that includes norm by the way big dan from Ireland

[@glen291184]

Fan 🤣🤣

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. To be mentioned in the same sentence as Norm is an honor.

[@glen291184]

Norm set the bar first you set it now I try to have your calm thoughtful never rushed work ethic all the time massive help to me 👍👍👍

[@MikeFarrington]

@@glen291184 Thank you. Happy to help and happy to hear the videos are useful.

[@glen291184]

👍 thanks for the reply also

[@felixfromnebraska8648]

Great video, Mike! I enjoy all of your humor my friend. " Look at this router electrical cord, frayed, well I'm going to ignore that for now". LOL Thanks for sharing! and keep your son away from the frayed electrical cords. Felix

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, the apprentice doesn't come near routers yet.

[@davesch1512]

Hey mike great video!!! Would love to see more on you setup and tools for drilling 32mm shelf holes layout for doors and hinge drill 35mm. There is not a lot of Videos out there that explain it in a way to understand

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks for the idea! I have been meaning to do this. I just need more than 24 hours in the day.

[@davesch1512]

I hear you on that!!

[@isaacsyium2201]

Good to see you good job.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks 👍

[@zohranbloedjes9770]

I agree with you on the lammelo and the domino

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@natewhite8735]

Great project!!! Definitely going to copy you

[@MikeFarrington]

Please do!

[@garlicmayo24]

Appreciate you slowing that clip down 🤣. Party on Mike 🤘

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Party on Martin.

[@GeeDeeBird]

The actual expression is "Cool as the other side of the pillow." It's implicitly the cool side. Thanks for sharing!

[@MikeFarrington]

Cool, thanks!

[@GeeDeeBird]

@@MikeFarrington Old dudes know stuff! I'd trade my trivia for a fraction of your craftsmanship!

[@MikeFarrington]

@@GeeDeeBird Yeah, your way is more concise and funnier.

[@GeeDeeBird]

@@MikeFarrington I think I remember the expression from an old live radio show called "The Prairie Home Companion," with Garrison Keillor. Dude was homespun hilarious. He closed every opening monologue with, "That's the news from Lake Woebgon, where the women are strong, the men are good-looking, and the children are above average."