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[@hardwaylearnt]

With spade bits or any other kind of bit I have found you can drill with confidence that they won't tear out if you clamp a piece of scrap wood over the hole before you drill. After you have it clamped you can do your layout as if the scrap is part of the piece you are drilling. Having the scrap back up the wood fibers you want to look clean works really well, laser-like in fact. I do this any time I am drilling a hole bigger than about 1/4" where it will show. It works on the leading or trailing side of the hole or both at the same time. I'm really enjoying this project thanks for showing us.

[@jmcrowley]

The wedge method between the base and the skirt has really worked out well. I will have to remember this one. You are very proud of this aspect as well as the overall build. A delight to follow along.

[@brennanjones5502]

I'm kind of upset this series is almost over, yet i'm happy the bench is almost complete! Excellent work Cody! I really admire the amount of craftsmanship and care you have put into your bench!

[@avroyne]

It warms my Norwegian heart to see you have an original Jøtul fire oven! I really like your videos and use them for inspiration to make my own woodworking base.

[@KevinCrawfordCTS]

Dang. It's a bitter sweet feeling seeing this project wrapping up. So glad to see it all come together, but will miss the video series. Hope there is another project soon.

[@jnjarvis1]

These series is like the 12 days of Christmas, each day I look forward to a new installment

[@WVTreenWorks]

Another great video, I love the attention to detail that you have shown throughout this series. Great job

[@marcmengel1]

A really enjoyable build so far! Awesome to see the plan come together. I didn't mind the detours about the chisels, etc. in the earlier videos: it makes me feel like I'm actually a guest in your shop.

[@keithryder6838]

Very nice workbench Cody. Can't wait to build my own. Thanks for all the wonderful ideas for such excellent craftsmanship.

[@zwiebec78]

wranglerstar Hey Cody, I've been binge watching your poor man's carpenter's bench series - AWESOME stuff! I've really enjoyed and learned a lot, thanks. Just wanted to give back a little tid-bit I have from years of glueing/laminating; if you take an old putty knife (I have several sizes I use depending on the project) and just cut out 1/16" grooves every 1/8" or so on the tip you can use that to spread out your glue. Just wipe it off with a damp rag after you use it - but, even if you don't, you can take one of your old 'big box' chisels and knock off the glue. This tool will last you a lifetime - and keeps your fingers and pants clean ;) ...I cut my grooves on the edge of a belt sander, but I'm sure there's 1000 other ways to do it.

[@toddboone1845]

I know you are glad to see all your hard work coming together, i know it's my favorite part of a project, enjoy.

[@howardhagadorn9443]

I'm tickled that you're so tickled about your new bench. Mine is a 36 inch door slab thrown on a couple of draftsman's cabinets and I'm satisfied. Those tenons show your craftsmanship so I think it's nice to see them. Perhaps a dozen people have told you this, but I'm not gonna read all 200 plus comments to find out, but I use a lot of prepaid debit cards and I use them like a squeegee to smooth out my glue for a nice even coat. Good job man!

[@oldironsfury]

It all adds character , you know it's yours , great job !!! Really good craftsmanship !

[@dinamboyz]

The bench is looking great Cody! If I had built something that beautiful I think I would sit and watch glue dry as well. I'm glad the Paul Sellers tips are helping you out. Keep up the good work.

[@dennismills4862]

[@klewis3797]

Love the wedge idea, and can see that the idea may be useful in other future projects. Great series!

[@appleman1999]

Amazing craftsmanship! can't wait to see it finished.

[@joevultaggio9261]

Cody, Thank you for all the great video's that you and your family post here on you tube. Have a great christmas and new year!

[@DCDGS]

Looking good Cody, Can't wait to see the well.

[@TheologyQA]

Great job, Cody! Thanks for making great videos...I'm feeling like I'm learning things I should have learned growing up.

[@mikew2297]

So there I was, staying up late to watch an episode of the wranglerstar workbench saga. I curled up on the couch with the dog, opened the laptop, the familiar notes of the opening guitar ditty skating through my ear canals smoothly like an ice skater gliding across the rink. The now familiar wranglerstar voice pops up, excitement of the wedge locks mounts, and then it HAPPENS @ 1:24! -- My Spidey sense tingles, my 6th sense that something is awry, amiss, off. What is it? The dog perks up and looks at me, he feels a new energy from me -- and then I figure out the disturbance in force.... no suspenders! Where are the suspenders? Noooo!! The suspenders have been forsaken! What's a wranglerstar video without suspenders? Do his powers not derive from the suspenders?

[@matthewgarrison644]

Amazing job Cody! Cant wait to see the final result! God Bless!

[@Shoppe_Talk]

I think I saw that Norlund double bit hatchet on your wall... with a handle!!! Can't wait to see it used!!!

[@EivindKreyHanssen]

Very entertaining and instructional videos you have Sir. From all of my family here in Norway: We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

[@jeepjames7663]

I'm enjoying the series,thanks for showing it. I plan on making something similar only "repurposing" a piece of furniture I already have.I'm working out of my garage so a nice bench can wait till I get a better shop.Also I just started watching your live show not realizeing before that it was your bible study,enjoying it too. Merry CHRISTmas.

[@Joeandfran]

Cody...how good it feels to do a great build of a great design! We enjoy your work as much as you do...that's why we're here watching! Who is singing " Reason to Believe at the end...want to hear more... Joe G

[@mktward]

Two things, 1) when you glued the table top slab to the apron, the glue will seep out and glue the whole thing to the "bearers", it will make it hard to disassemble. Using wax on the bearers will prevent the glue from sticking. 2) As others have said, the hinge will hit the bottom of table top slab before releasing the wedge, just make a really short hinge system, it will allow it hinge up and release the wedge for one thing, the other is; it will put the screw that holds the hinge closer to the wedge and give it more strength. Where the screw is on the hinge now is very weak, the hinge will split at the screw if the wedge ever gets hit inward from the bottom. I've been doing woodworking for 20 years, I have glues miles of panels, cabinets, beams, etc.. I have learned the hard way! Also, another tip: when gluing panels and beams - the steel bar clamps will leave a metal rust stain in the wood where the glue joints are, you can sand them out most of the time, but in softer wood it can soak in a good 1/4" deep. Put some wax paper between the metal on the bar clamp and the wood to prevent this. You can also wax the metal bar with paste wax to keep it from rusting while the glue dries.

[@thelazypanda1232]

making videos that are educational and entrtaining at the same time, that's a craft on its own.( and you master it)

[@psalms23dad13]

You can hear the anxiety in your voice! Great series, I'll be sad when its over.

[@johnmason2501]

Looks like it is going to be a good bench. I'm excited to see it finished.

[@maudepotvin8660]

Hello Cody ! About the glue, just be careful, if your don't re-machine your wood once it's glued and wipe it with a wet cloth, it will open the wood pores and let the glue in the wood. When this happen, you can't make it disappear through the finish. Just let it dry without touching it and brake it with a scraper or a large chisel once it's dry. Also, you are having difficulties with your wood because it's construction wood dried to 25-30 percent. You need to let this dry at least 10-12 months to be used as stable woodworking wood.

[@philiphilton2121]

I can't wait to see the finished table. Anticipation is killing me.

[@michiganhomestead5020]

Hi Cody! If I may make a suggestion. Have clamps on both the top and bottom of your glue up. This will even the pressure and keep your glue up even width. Love the videos! Dave Levin. Mr. November in your Axe Junkie calendar!

[@vx2dc]

i subscribed to this channel because of this video, the wedge lock is gorgeous!

[@jamespalmer3401]

Hey Cody, a little tip for future gluing, try a silicone barbecue brush to spread the glue silicone only sticks to itself, so once the glue has dried on the brush you can just scrape the bristles off and reuse it

[@NCWoodsman-ns5xp]

Love This Series your such an inspiration to me loved you timber framing. Been buying tools and refurbing my axes a lot. Merry Christmas and God Bless. -HJ99

[@CJLeTeff]

Cody, Once your workbench is complete you'll have to do a refinish job on Jack's workbench. Great series, one of your best.

[@matthewbutler7321]

I like the tenon showing. A little peak at your craftsmanship.

[@aleblanc3547]

Very, very nice. Almost there...another great series.

[@WyldeWoodworks]

I personally like keeping beautiful joinery exposed in work like that. Either way it looks great. I love the design. Some day I will build one of these when I have the space.

[@738polarbear]

This is an excellent bench .Well done .Im going to build one like this now.

[@meeganian]

Nearly there. Its looking good. Just another 37 videos to go!!

[@billiardsteve]

Hi Cody, for big glue-ups like this, a $3 ink brayer is a life-saver. You can spread your glue quickly and not waste money on paint rollers - just drop the brayer in a cup of water and it's always good to go.

[@BorckBorckBorck]

Looking great Cody keep up the amazing work brother! Im not a big religious guy but Ecclesiastes chapter 10 verse 10 is very fitting for your channel. "If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength. Wisdom has the advantage of giving success." enjoy!

[@markbarnhill6300]

That is going to be a very rugged bench! Nice work.

[@tchoate14]

Mercy, Cody. Your like/dislike ratio is wonderful on this video. It may have been for many, but I noticed this one. Great work.

[@mikeduffy8229]

Well I went on today to see if you had any new videos. But no so I hope you and Mrs wranglerstar and your son have a great Xmas

[@jordankalk5743]

i havent ever commented on a video on youtube before and i have subscribed to a couple people all i have to say is that this channel that you have created is gold. i love it and you are a serious role model in my life. the only thing now is that youtube has set an ultimatum how is someone like me supposed to get started?? just looking for some advise you seem to have the wisdom and i like to hear it. thanks!!

[@scott9310]

Thank you for another awesome video Cody. Merry Christmas to you and the rest of wrangler Star clan. Frohe Weihnachten from the Smith clan in Germany.

[@Zerkbern]

I like it. I am really looking forward to your honest opinion on the usability of the bench w/ the tool tray in the middle. I will be building a bench soon and up until now I thought I had settled on Norm Abrams design with the tool tray on the side, clamp on the end, dog holes along one side. Be sure and give us an update!

[@Zerkbern]

JCrook1028 I know, and I have. I've been a fan of PS for years. But I've always doubted the bench design--it just seems to go contrary to the way I use a bench. I am considering making it but also building a leaf-insert to cover the trough when I need a large, flat surface.

[@marcmengel1]

Zerkbern If you want to make a trough-cover, you should make a rabbet in the tops to set it in, and maybe put ribs on the bottom of it to stiffen it up. Then you can cover it without completely clearing the trough.

[@Zerkbern]

Marc Mengel I like the ribs idea. We will see. ....

[@HeatherSpoonheim]

Congratulations on a great project.

[@wyattoneable]

Yes sir, it's all coming together. Very nice.

[@MandaloretheSavage]

wont there be an issue with the latches keeping the wedges in place with the table tops now in place?

[@TimTheTiredMan]

You can also use a scrap of wood as a scraper to spread the glue. Something small enough to bend a little bit while it spreads.

[@jaynaforsgren4755]

How much glue bottles did you go through?

[@dsmoov2]

It's coming along nicely!

[@dcv1640]

Hi Cody you are doing a great job on the bench! Just a note you may want to consider. Are the wedge locks going to be fouled by the underside of the bench if you need to take it apart. I know that you could just unscrew them. Otherwise great work so far, I will be making the Paul Sellers work bench after winter as well beats these over priced ones any time and the satisfaction of doing it all your self.

[@BeeRich33]

Your wedges are now glued in, as your swivel locks are longer than what's allowed to swing out. But I like that design.

[@JayjayWalkers]

what a difference in how your shop looks now. We'll done sir. ;)

[@eerllend]

Nice to see some Norwegian quality! Jøtul is a really nice maker of firestoves!

[@MichaelCadenPike]

If you are going to glue the bench top to the skirt, wont there be a clearance issue with the pivot/ hickory retainer for the wedge holding the skirt in place? I mean, will it be able to go up enough to release the wedge? I guess you can still pull it off to the outside but how would you get it back on again?

[@bascostbudde7614]

Bench top will remain two pieces, so they can be moved out over the leg frames. And in.

[@Mctrippa83]

I imagine once you loosen the wedge there should be enough slack to pull it out from under the retainer (if there is a clearance issue) if not just unscrew the retaining arm.

[@Des..Perado]

Michael Caden Pike , Bas Cost Budde has it right. The wedges aren't going to be removed when the top is still in place.

[@budcat7]

You could use a biscuit saw to make a small notch by the wedge retainer along the arc that it swings. That is, if you have a biscuit saw. Are you friendly with any decking or flooring guys? They would probably have one.

[@crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230]

Yea, those wedges are brilliant! If you dropped the apron down any further, you may have problems with the use of clamps on the side or edge of your bench. I like the tenon showing. It shows off your hard work!

[@unknown243]

As you mentioned other commenting on your glue-ups, I have one minor...suggestion? But take it as you will, you are far more experienced than myself. However, going back to your initial top glue-up, and this apron one as well, do you think cauls may have helped to distribute the clamping pressure more evenly? Also, as for the top glue-up...was there a reason you didn't do them in sub-assemblies? Would that maybe have helped in reducing the gaps you experienced? I've thoroughly enjoyed the series, and am anxious to see the final product! Taylor

[@bascostbudde7614]

I just did a top of 8 pieces in two assemblies, and found straightening the two four-pieces quite a strain. I would not recommend that now. Cauls perpendicular to the laminated pieces on the other hand is working well for me. You have to have a good dry run before, that's for sure.

[@kato2531]

Can't wait till you do a project on the new bench. Love those pipe clamps. I know said it before but do they still make those if so what are they called exactly and where can I get them . Really enjoyed this build thank you for take us along. Happy holidays to you and yours. what a Christmas give for yourself huh.

[@andrewm5517]

go on amazon you can find the parts to make these all you'll need is the length of pipe for how long you want it to be. Some hardware stores carry them as well in the plumbing or fastener section.

[@trainmaster52]

I really liked this project but I'm just wondering when your going to finish the build and post vid. 15,16 etc. to do a final finish showcase. (I do realize that you have a lot of holiday stuff but I'd like to see the end result). Please don't leave us hanging.

[@phatpat6667]

you could plug the bolts with dowel if you want to hid them or don't like how it looks?

[@tropifiori]

Those wedges are really cool.

[@demilledanon5917]

I like how the apron lets you see just a bit of the tenon, it's just a personal preference sort of thing and my vote says "It looks good like that".

[@yveskc1]

I like your work. Thanks for sharing!

[@twasblind316]

The lumber you selected is green doug fir and that is pron to checking. There is kiln dried doug fir (which they call premium doug fir) for a very reasonable price at Home Depot an Lowe's. That would of prevented the checking. The deck of you work bench will shrink in width as it dries. If you lag the deck to the "bearers" below you may have a cross grain situation that might cause damage if they are fastened together.

[@PastorHinChrist]

Cody, how do you deal with a clamping edge- since you have the skirts? Thanks for an awesome series!

[@gus1911]

Thank you Cody.

[@JesseHoule]

Use a silicone brush to spread the glue, when you're done you can rinse it right away or let the glue dry and peel off later and reuse it over and over.

[@timmerkel2413]

Have you thought about getting a brayer for spreading glue. I am a Printmaker and we use that to spread ink and as long as you wash the glue and off to maintain a clean brayer its an excellent way to spread glue.

[@1crazynordlander]

You might want to put down some wax paper on those bearers when you glue the top section together. You might be disappointed when you disassemble the bench to move it and the top is difficult to separate from the bearers. Nice work and I like the tenon showing. I displays your craftsmanship.

[@wranglerstar]

1crazynordlander I was also concerned about this. I took it apart today to install the vice and had no problem.

[@miguelangelsimonfernandez5498]

A square toothed scraper like the ones used in tile mortar spreading should help you get an even coat

[@HipsterCarpenter]

Will you be doing anymore crosscut saw videos? Such as sharpening and things like that? I have an old saw that I've just started working on.

[@imanoleonardo6902]

I wonder if installing the bolts will stop the wedges from self-adjusting?

[@bascostbudde7614]

They don't. Although the bolt restricts lateral movement of the apron relative to the leg, it doesn't stop such movement altogether. And when it moves, the apron fibres compress, and the wedge drops.

[@imanoleonardo6902]

Bas Cost Budde How can the apron drop if it's bolted to the legs?

[@imanoleonardo6902]

Ron I was thinking about what he said and he may be right, the sides/apron of the bench rest in pocket/dado, the top probably will not move down much if any, the only movement I can think of is the lateral - side to side movement. the bolt acts like a pivot point which the wedge would fall making the joint tighter as it rocked. Just my thoughts

[@bascostbudde7614]

Ron B Thank you for the respect! My statement is out of observation. I admit I do a lot of thinking. I'll try to make relevant photos.

[@bascostbudde7614]

IMaNO Leonardo The apron cannot drop of course, but it will be tempted to move laterally, together with the top, when I plane for instance. The leg will try to rotate under that movement. My bench isn't old enough to show wear on the dado yet, so I've nothing to "prove" that on. It doesn't feel like it's rocking, honestly; but we know, over time a drop of water will cut a rock.

[@davidsmart8594]

Nice bench, isn't it? I made the same one after watching Paul Sellers. You should have laid a sheet of newspaper between the bearer and the top / apron assembly before you glued it... Never mind; I'm sure you're going to enjoy the bench as much as I enjoy mine. Good job. I have to say I winced when I saw you wiping your fingers on the top of the workbench... Haven't you seen how Paul does it? That's what the bottom edge of the apron is for!

[@boborg13]

another great video! i do have a question though, do you plan to put in a carpenters vice? i think that would be a cool little project as well!

[@chipwright6193]

Very Nice. Are you going to have to reinforce the floor where you put the bench? jk

[@uibsen]

How do you prevent the apron and top from sticking to the top of the leg frame with all that glue ???

[@Krestianx]

"Late at night I bury my embers. When the day is at an end, God help my fire not be extinguished." It's what it says on your fire place (though it rhymes a bit better in Norwegian..) I just thought you might like to know :)

[@Des..Perado]

Is your shop floor true enough to not have to worry about leveling the legs, or do you have something planned for that?

[@mike1w1r]

Good job, and something to be proud of.

[@anthonystanko8673]

Did your handle break off again that you melted the brass onto for your wood stove, or was this before that video?

[@colemcmillan4714]

Awesome pure and simple.

[@genghisman39]

Is the door handle broken on your stove? I thought you fixed it? Bench looks good so far!

[@ccj525able]

12:30 .... is that Tm Hardin - "Reason to Believe" ?

[@simonkroeger99]

really nice video! i heard that if you countersink before you drill a hole it will be a lot cleaner. i already tested it and it was great! try that out Cody if you want! ;)

[@cliffwill]

i spread glue out with a silicone "basting" brush i bought at the dollar store. washes off with water for re-use. i think it's a betty crocker brush. all the dollar stores here in georgia have them.

[@chriscoy7040]

It's beast cody real nice bench. We're are you going to your makers mark? Love the video

[@ElkinsEric]

With the top on you won't be able to get the wedges out unless you take out the screw/pivot of the retainers(flap). They won't be able to pivot enough before hitting the underside of the bench top.

[@nickjohnson7975]

Is there any way that i can get a soundtrack of all the music you play in your videos?

[@matthewbrady5214]

I literally just finished watching Paul Sellers finish building this bench.

[@Mason6348]

How many parts do you think there will be, not that I'm complaining I like it when the videos are longer an more episodes I'm just wondering out of curiosity?

[@glockfan112]

Cody where would you recommend buying beeswax if you do not have bees of your own? Have a merry christmas to you and your family.

[@Des..Perado]

Try one of your local Farmer's Markets.

[@dragland7268]

Craft stores like Michael's.

[@dangreen7709]

Or on line at The Best Things.

[@RuslanB]

No need to sacrifice a roller, if you put it into water afterwards, and then wash with some warm water.

[@bascostbudde7614]

I'd prefer to spread the glue with a solid object, a small slice of wood maybe. But suddenly I realize what the zigzagging and rub joining (also seel Paul Sellers on that) is for: in rubbing the faces along the distance of "one wave" of glue, you create the film on the spot.

[@hutchdw77]

Silicon basting brush

[@hardwaylearnt]

Scrap of cardboard box.

[@michaelhutin5451]

Your bench is going to be fantastic, but will we see it finished before Christmas?