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[@zephyr1408]

From a finisher carpenter in the States it’s such a pleasure watching an accomplished Carpenter in all aspects of the trade! Hats off !

[@KevinsDisobedience]

Yes, this is not how we build stairs in the US, but after watching this, we damn well should.

[@Clovethelightrespectthepower]

Amen

[@tonyvrisk7476]

@@KevinsDisobedienceq

[@paulcoffey359]

The 7 1/4 inch Makita circular saw is a carpenters classic. I've had one for 30 years.

[@MrGM10]

It's a pleasure to watch your precision work. I am a trained carpenter and I appreciate your professional work, thank you. Graham UK

[@rooster56100]

As a retired woodworker/machinist, it's a pleasure to watch someone build a staircase using old school techniques. I used to groove my risers to accept the treads, then wedge and screw them. As a sidenote for those who aren't in the trade, if one step is even only 3-4 ml taller than all the others (which it shouldn't be, but it happens), people will trip on it every time they use the stairs going up, so accustomed are we to how a staircase should feel. I learned that the hard way when I had to repair one such staircase in a yacht many years ago. My only question is why you don't use a jig and a router to groove the stringers for the treads, it's a lot quicker, cleaner, and you only have to square the back corners off when you're done. In any case, great video, and a nice staircase to boot! :) P.S. A Makita circular saw still going after 40 years!!! Unbelievable!!

[@davidbishop4015]

Beautiful staircase. I hope the customer appreciates all your hard work. You are a truly gifted craftsman. Stay safe.

[@joelyoung8006]

I’ve learned a lot from you. I specifically do stairs by trade and frequently go back to your videos to rewatch on my spare time.

[@uncouthboy8028]

​@@user-rv1ji3hp4uWhat kind of passive aggressive nonsense is this?

[@etubcsegg]

Those grunts and groans are a universal language! Hahaha

[@wrusty3767]

I have never ever seen the attention to detail that Shoyan puts into his work, like smearing glue onto the risers to prevent later splitting. I used to make shoji screens and fusuma, which require a high level of accuracy, but your detail blows me away! I'm grateful to be able to learn from your videos. Thank you.

[@aolvictim]

Here is a person that takes great pride in what he does.

[@staceymccloud6]

You are a master. Peers can only walk in the shadows of your accomplishments. Myself included.

[@CherrieMcKenzie]

The attention to detail is what brings me back to your videos. I'm a beginning woodworker and it is ALWAYS good to see how a master does it. Thank you!!

[@davidjowett8195]

I'd love to own the house when it's finished. The care and skill that has been put into building it is amazing.

[@jacobkomnath7961]

i have never seen something so cool like the super surfacer

[@tombaker3794]

Excellent craftsmanship as always. Thanks for sharing.

[@Clovethelightrespectthepower]

Did anyone else drool a little when he said his saw is 40 years old?

[@bristleconepinus2378]

I built my home, with stairway in Hawaii in 1980 using the very same techniques. The stairs were 16 rise, located in exterior location of 120" rainfall per year. I used 3- 4 x 4 gapped per tread, mortising everything into 4 x 12 jacks. 42 years later the stairs are still in great shape, used daily.

[@Roofskills21]

What type of wood did you use?

[@bristleconepinus2378]

clear d.fir that i would waterproof once a year, the treads were incised p,t, fir,@@Roofskills21

[@roldo5902]

Maybe lärche 🤓

[@paulstanding7267]

No matter how many times I have watched you doing stairs installing I never get bored looking forward to seeing another house built and seeing it finished and we get a walk around it. 😀👍👍

[@terryrogers1025]

You sir, are a credit to your profession, excellent craftsmanship. Thank you for the video.

[@poppamichael2197]

As an amateur cabinet maker, I truly appreciate your skill and methods of work. Thank you for sharing them with us.

[@BobBlarneystone]

Here in the USA, I bought my Makita tools ~1985 and they're still in good working condition.

[@JasonRobinsonidaho]

whoah that super surfacer? So basically a super sharp planer that forces the wood past it?

[@davidmiddleton3511]

Sharpest plane and chisel and don’t forget the pencil fabulous workmanship.

[@arthuresparza2617]

Old master does construction like a piano builder. I here for it! 💪🙌 Beautiful work.

[@cantgoslow]

I assume 'lazy' is a Japanese word for amazingly talented- I wish I was half as lazy as you because you are so skilled and make the highest quality finish look so easy to achieve. I'm building my own wooden house 375sqm in France and wish I could afford to hire you to do all the interior wood!

[@kevand8711]

you know you're a true craftsman when you make look so easy and that is what you do thanks

[@HBSuccess]

Beautiful work and attention to detail sir. You are a master. What impresses me is your mental focus and what I’d term “intention” … every process well planned and executed with minimum wasted motion. Side note - I want one of those handheld dado-of-death cutters (your “groover”). Very tough to come by in the USA 😅.

[@inspectorgadget6510]

Great job! I’m a hobbyist woodworker but have dreams of turning it into something bigger. I enjoyed watching your video of building the stairs!! Just subscribed to your channel!

[@michaelintile7836]

It's great when you tell us something about your tools, both the electric and manual tools. In Japan and Australia you really have some quality Makita tools, here where I live (Scandinavia) we only have the cheap-lousy Makita machines; no chainmorticer and no tapping machines.

[@gilbertusac]

I enjoyed the videos and dedication to this craft. The work is thoughtfully planned and executed, and I am sure such perfection was attained thru years of practice and mistakes and hard lessons. That's why I would to see a video on Mr. Shoyan's bad day, when things didn't go as planned. I think we all have bad days at work, specially when we're starting on a profession. Therefore I would like to see or hear how Mr. Shoyan deals with problems at work after so many years of experiences.

[@donaldadams5342]

Exceptional craftsmanship with such precision & care makes it extremely pleasant & satisfying to watch you Shoyan. The explanations make it so clear to understand your process & delight in the execution of each step in that process. It is ALWAYS SUCH A DELIGHT to watch the work that you perform. It is also an absolute joy to watch the care & precision in caring for your tools & your skill just by hand to sharpen your plane blades & chisels to a level that most people can only dream of. Thank you for a wonderful video. Cheers, Don from South Australia.

[@johnvrabec9747]

So pleasurable and calming watching your skill and precision. A true master at his craft. Thank you!

[@arcadiagreen150]

Much respect to you, sir, from the United States of America

[@jesusmarywillsaveyou]

Really respect your work ethic, especially for a senior. Had no clue carpentry was so demanding.

[@user-ko4sk1gy7t]

You deserve more than 144k likes. Brilliant craftsmanship

[@gregnations4939]

This is pure human artistry. I loved watching this. I wish so much that I could learn from a master like this. Well done.

[@joshuacastleberry1431]

That is the best looking pine I have ever seen. You will never see lumber like that in the US. Every bit of our lumber is trash or it’s too expensive for any regular person to afford

[@harkbelial]

Lumber without knots is expensive everywhere my friend, not just us. That's first class lumber.

[@WACRE44]

I like him he’s precise !

[@Eggs-n-Jakey]

The framing is even top tier, wow

[@seangreenhalgh7921]

Excellent work.

[@s10m0t10n]

Great workmanship and a pleasure to see the care and attention to detail this man puts into all his work.

[@boisejim]

Thank you Shoyen. From Long Beach, California, USA

[@user-su2mj8xm3r]

Смотреть на такую работу одно удовольствие . 🪓🪚🔨

[@scottmcdivitt2187]

Yes, the old circular saws are so much better. I have one that I found atop a pile of junk ten years ago. I thought it would be good replacement parts for my father's saw, as he had one of similar design. He looked it over and told me to try plugging it in. It fired up instantly. Ever since then, it has been a good circular saw.

[@artursmihelsons415]

Indeed, it's beautiful! This technology I like better than just cutting out triangle places for steps.. Because, after cutting out base plate gets week.. Excellent video and great job! 👍 THANKS FOR SHARING! 🤗

[@jagerfly9867]

A true Craftsman. Beautiful.

[@16jocko]

Let’s hope the occupants appreciate the extreme craftsmanship here.

[@disqusrubbish5467]

"Do your best" is practically the motto for Japan.

[@andyserrano3165]

You are a true artist sir, thank you for your time.

[@mauserkk98]

You make this build look too easy. Its a joy watching these videos .

[@s80heb]

Master at work, we need people like you in the UK. Tukimi

[@ericwilliams538]

Wow!!!! After just installing two Red Oak ( treads and risers) staircases this past summer, we definitely didn't do it like this!!!! Just amazing!!!

[@rajneeshmilarepa6090]

24:28 now that is a cool trick to the hold the piece with your foot!

[@cornflake73]

I am always impressed with the selection of lumber used. Here in the USA the lumber is shabby at the best in the big box stores. Your lumber is so nicely grained, few knots, and so wonderful to look at. You are a true craftsmen and it is a joy to watch your skills put to the test.

[@uncouthboy8028]

​@@user-rv1ji3hp4uAh so you're some vain American. That's why you have these passive aggressive comments.

[@turtlerunner5791]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom ❤

[@danijelrosa7949]

Sir bravo for your job. Japanese precision. Great and beatiful Job!

[@ForgeAheadwithMike]

Such skills and craftsmanship... That is some of the best looking pine I've seen. Quality goods. Very nice.

[@BobBlarneystone]

It's a pleasure to watch a competent craftman work.

[@JewanSChal]

Beautiful workmanship sir, gifted craftsman. Hats off.

[@ikust007]

Gorgeous to see a Master at work.

[@ronaldpreston6271]

Wow! You are unique!!!

[@themoshpitt]

Pure craftsmanship.. simply beautiful.

[@JTOTHEW3000]

Shoyan, I appreciate your skill.

[@xpkareem]

The marking off the other stringer- be precise when you can, but always be consistent. ;)

[@pawelbartczak1202]

I very much enjoyed all of your videos, thank you very much. Maybe you could do some videos about Japanese carpentry tools and small project like traditional Japanese tool box, please. 🎉

[@melwood9630]

A true master of his craft

[@johnmcneill2273]

Beautiful ❤

[@alissomvieira5712]

Congratulations. You is a good professional sir. Nice work

[@refusedone]

A true Master! Thank you for your inspiring videos!

[@beantea5592]

Wow i have never seen anything like that surfacing tool that things awesome

[@Kate-turbokateproducts]

you are amazing to watch create the stairs as a master stair maker thank you for the video

[@mgmoody42]

It is always satisfying to hand plane timbers.

[@kenmarapese9085]

Beautiful work.

[@guyvangenechten6484]

Very very nice work as always 👌👍💯

[@alexcarroll3565]

It was a pleasure to watch you work again!

[@brandywell44]

That is beautiful workmanship

[@krenwregget7667]

Another terrific video. I love the care and attention paid to the entire job, you don't see that much in western carpenters unless they are doing high end custom work.

[@krenwregget7667]

@@user-rv1ji3hp4u I was a carpenter for 25+ years doing everything from framing houses to cabinet making and furniture building. Most of the guys I worked with were decent, some were lazy, a few were great. The only time I saw care and attention paid like Shoyan does was when I was working in high-end custom houses. LIKE I SAID.

[@troystaten5633]

That is a beautifully done staircase. Thanks for showing us.

[@mikehiggins71]

The best I've ever seen.

[@dougg8167]

Hi Shoyan, another great video. Such a pleasure watching you work, Cheers.

[@wrstew1272]

Beautiful, and the work outstanding!

[@wrightwoodwork]

Nice. A little bit different to how we in the UK make a stair . Where we would have assembled before fitting the stringers and wedge the treads and risers. Then use glue blocks between the tread and risers

[@anthonysquare9599]

Nice job

[@kennethstaszak9990]

A master class in stair making!

[@robbiegarscadden2311]

Beautiful craftmanship as always Shoyan-san

[@SuneSrensen-yh3mp]

Truly beautiful. Respect.

[@Rsama60]

What a beautiful staircase.

[@hardworker645]

Rolex precision

[@rezawaheed8879]

wonderful carpentry

[@holdemNE1]

Awesome. Sanks for posting.

[@stompin187]

You’re Amazing. Great work

[@ericsn6158]

Beautiful staircase indeed.

[@tpledger100]

How do you know you are a good carpenter? You still have all of your fingers!

[@dusty7264]

As a journeyman carpenter/ fine woodworker in the United States, you guys do it the right way. Great job and great video

[@Dan-nh8nu]

Routing jig for the string housings would take a lot of the work out.

[@Patraquashe]

Beautiful work as always!

[@johnmallette3143]

Best looking staircase evah!.,.,pine.,.,tkzz for sharing.,.peace

[@tomppeli.]

I find it interesting, if the children living in this house in the future will take a look at the videos how it was made when they're adults

[@alexny74]

Cheers from New York

[@damionbrown9132]

Big up from 🇯🇲 jamaica

[@ExSheriffFattyBoySkinnyArms]

I love the glue trick

[@bastiat691]

Such a satisfying thing to watch ♥