The Workbench || Traditional Joinery Bench

[@gabrielbrown1034]

Love the excitement after the legs are fitted

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Big moment, big relief! cheers

[@TimothyRourke]

haha came here to say the same, fuck yeah

[@wedo4fun251]

Beautiful. Would last for generations.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@crustyoldfart]

For those who appreciate craftsmanship at a high level, this video is surely a joy to behold. That said there is a strange blend of the ancient and the modern at work. The workshop is equipped with no expense spared apparently with its high quality professional grade machines. The design of the work bench is IMHO an example of medieval design, as used by builders of church rooves, trebuchets, and the heavy engineering projects of that period. The ergonomics of the design are based on the exclusive use of hand tools. There was reliance in those days on the use of the carpenters vice. Nowadays when clamps of various sizes and types are available at relatively low cost, a variety of holding the work is available,, which in turn should influence the design of an efficient work bench. A case in point : why build a bench at crotch height - great it you're hand planing - but back-breaking the rest of the time, when a surface at elbow height is more appropriate and comfortable. In conclusion the final product would look good in a period piece re-creation of a medieval workshop, but is inefficient given modern power tools.

[@_ClericalError_]

I imagine it depends somewhat on how he wants to use it. If he plans to start using hand tools for example it's definitely appropriate. When my low bench puts the work too far away, I just sit down at it or on it. Since my sawbenches are knee-height, they are perfect for sitting at the bench for marking out, cleaning up, what have you.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you Harold, much obliged! I work with both hand tools & power tools/machines - the trade level machines are for majority of my client work, but I do alot of refinement for solid wood furniture on the bench...I have my outfeed/assembly table + paulk style benches higher, as you say much better working height for power tool usuage...thanks again!

[@johndelepine4856]

I heard you built that Fine Table for me. When can I pick that up, I mean when can the crane stop by to load my new table onto the flat-bed truck. What a beautiful table and Great work you did. I don't have all that equipment but I do have a hand planer and saw. It just going to take me a little longer. Fantastic Job!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Haha, many thanks for the kind comments, and we'd certainly need some heavy duty lifting gear! All projects can be made with hand tools, as you say, just takes longer, but how rewarding to it all with hand tools! The strange thing here, is that I was building this bench primarily for hand tool work! have fun, and good luck with your build!

[@displaychicken]

Great build. The bench is lovely, as is the videography. Your shop is cleaner than my kitchen

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much, the cleaniness unfortunately never stays that way! ;-)

[@brianmatthews8569]

Your grandkids’ grandkids will enjoy using that... awesome build and love your shop!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much Brian, much obliged!

[@navarroedwards8031]

That is the type of woodworking bench I would love to have. Perfect !!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@chriscunicelli7070]

Wow! That thing is a massive beast. Great build

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks v much Chris! It's got some weight for sure!

[@alexmaker2635]

Bellissimo tavolo per il Lab. Wonderful

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

grazie mille, felice che ti piaccia!

[@blahdiblah2169]

This workbench is nothing short of magnificent. Such perfection.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much :-)

[@gilberthattier3249]

Lovely work! That is an elegant workbench.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you very much!

[@pemtax557]

A pleasure to watch ... enjoy the fruits of your hard work. Cheers!!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you! Will do!

[@steveferguson1232]

A true work of art, and a beautiful workbench always. This will be here longer than we will.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much!

[@Rsm2008]

You do beautiful work. You could replace Norm Abram hands down. Keep up the great work and keep sending us the videos.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much, although I'm a Brit, thankfully I know who Norm is, and thats very kind of you!! :-)

[@chriskeeble]

Watched a lot of workbench videos. This is the one I'm going to make. Thank you 👍😎

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Awesome, thank you!

[@michellaplante1790]

this is one of the best i seen so far its very nice you bare a pro

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you Michel!

[@TexChopper]

Beautiful bench. I plan to build one soon, and the only thing I would do different is add bench dogs on the end vice. Magnificent job.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Cheers mate, and yeah, bench dogs definitely planned for the end vice, but we cant seem to get the pop-up versions from veritas in the UK anymore so I can just leave them in place! I may just get normal ones & keep them on hand!

[@T_B]

Wow!! I've done framing work but never anything like wood working. You have inspired me to take the next step. Your shop set up is a dream, too!! Thanks for posting this. Truly amazing workbench!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much, good luck with your next step!

[@geofferyrobertson6608]

now that's a work bench , top job mate

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks v much!

[@Bill-hw1iq]

One side Nicholson, the other side Roubo! I really like your design!

[@gregblake2764]

Yup, best of both worlds. Really nice solid bench.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

The credit for the design must go to Chris, Third Coast Craftsman!

[@cronaon317]

I am in AWWWWWEEEEE what a great shop you have

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@miguelrodriguez8932]

Great attention to detail, patience, and work. Discipline to your craft equals great craftsmanship!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much! :-)

[@arkansas1336]

I'm offering a suggestion here. Don't make multiple passes when making a cut with your miter saw. Put the power to it and do it in one pass. You don't make multiple passes when pushing a board through your table saw! The same thing applies here. (I'm speaking from 55+ years experience as a professional cabinet/home builder.) Nice bench. Thanks for the video.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you mate, much obliged all round

[@jlmfoy365]

Built a bench myself a few mths ago ( more Jay Bates than traditional ) but mine is a lot smaller, no room. Love all the work holding potential on yours and the celebration when the top fit was epic. Good job. Regards Jim.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Big release of nervous energy! Spoke about that with Geoff Feder on Full Blast Podcast! :-) Thanks mate, much appreciated!

[@duncanstreet4955]

That is an awesome workbench - such a pleasure to watch the build. Keep up the great work!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much Duncan!

[@KamleshSuthar-zo3xh]

Perfect work bench my friend

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@MrChewy63]

Wonderful craftsmanship my friend!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@MrHerbalchef]

very goof project ...so well executed... great work...

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much :-)

[@rosshollinger8097]

Very nice job! I have the same plans and will be building mine shortly. Can't wait.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Cheers! Have a great project!

[@genem2768]

That is just beautiful! Good thing the saw horses were taller than the tops of the leg tenons.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you, I'd like to say that was planned...;-)

[@needfulthings2701]

In the eyes of a woodworker, it's a beauty!👍

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you, even a few metal workers have said they like it ;-)

[@ThoGuddi]

I am deeply impressed. Wow what a bench 😍😍😍

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you very much! :-)

[@coolhand6656]

I'm building my first bench. Many thanks for the inspiration! Beautiful work my man! I'll have to improvise for a few steps since I have a more modest tool inventory haha.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Cheers, always a way, just may take longer...been there!

[@karlthompson1961]

You’ve got great skills, and I love that work bench!👍🏻👍🏻🇬🇧

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

thanks so much Karl

[@ianwalters3485]

Great build video.... I'll look forward to more in the future. A fellow Welshman (from South Wales), but returning to Singapore. First job after quarantine... build my portable Morovian workbench....that's all I'll space for, for a while.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Diolch yn fawr, have fun in Singapore!

[@derekpeterson8005]

Amazing craftsmanship! Thank you for sharing your time and talent!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much Derek! :-)

[@Buckyball3026]

Great build. Great video. Keep up the great work!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks!

[@genewhitesides2722]

Gorgeous bit of woodwork. Thank you for sharing. Subscribed.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much!

[@harrymeijer393]

Work of art, must be a dream to work on it. Cheers from the Netherlands.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks Harry, it's lovely to work on! :-)

[@coryjohn4057]

Nice work. Look forward to seeing more

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you!

[@frankswoodandminiatures9389]

Complimenti...fantastic!! form Monfalcone in Italy

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Grazie mille Franco!

[@Devilwood]

Buen trabajo, ya tienes un banco de trabajo para toda la vida. Enhorabuena. 😈😈

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

¡Muchas gracias, eso espero!

[@terryholdredge6393]

Beautiful job, well presented. Thank you.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much Terry!

[@wagsman9999]

VERY NICE. Made one of these a few years ago (not nearly this nice, lol) - they are very functional. I just wish I had made it twice as large.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much, there will always be that 1 job where we think, why didn't I build this bigger! :-)

[@pauljarine]

Great work! I wonder if the fence on your table saw might be out of parallel a little. Just because it sounded like it was getting bogged down. Or maybe it’s just like that idk. Thank you for the videos. Please keep up the good work.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Many thanks, I've adjusted many times since this vid, so could've been at the time for sure

[@dylansmith9852]

I like your planner set up!👏

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

It's nice kit! :-)

[@petemaddock]

A very nice job! well done.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much :-)

[@robertcornelius3514]

You'll get a lot of use out of it. I did with mine. However, I got lucky with the lumber and repurposed an old water bed frame. It had extra thick grade A pine.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Nice recycle, love old pitch pine, so durable!

[@ctcollinthib]

That is outstanding work!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@CMRWoodworks]

Great video and awesome bench. Well done man!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much Chris :-)

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

Beautiful job. 👍👍

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you very much!

[@bradleytuckwell4854]

Beautiful job

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks v much Bradley!

[@BigTastycles]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching this, the craftsmanship is truly excellent

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you very much Luke!

[@andrewtelford243]

That’s a work of art, really enjoyed that video. Glad I’ve stumbled across your Chanel. Also I’m from north wales to💪👍

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Diolch yn fawr!! :-)

[@choverechannel8641]

Impecable trabajo Saludos desde Argentina

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

muchas gracias! Diolch yn fawr (in Welsh ;-) )

[@yveswart369]

Very beautiful job. I like 👍

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Cheers Yves!

[@johnpayne6196]

Ha ha ha ha... I think that the majority of the time, but it takes ‘something’ to get there? In the UK, the timber is usually too expensive (rock maple, birds eye maple etc) to do this work. I used CLS 62 x 38 mm from Wickes (10% off too) to make a bench. I laminated the top 20 x 38 = 760. I trebled up the legs 3 x 38. Then I cut the the front 62 x 38 as a reverse dovetail as per Roubo. Finally, I used a deadman from under the top to the stretchers - the stretchers did some of the bracing to minimise racking. I made up a Nicholson vice with two guide timbers and one centre screw. I cut up an old (seasoned well) Brazilian mahogany 2XG door and joined the stiles to make up 44 mm x 175 mm a vice chop. The inner vice chop was the bench top. Up the Villa!

[@brunofonseca9686]

Amazing build. Kudos from Brazil. By the way, nice trick using tape to form an arc with the ruler.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you! It's a cool trick! :-)

[@thecreativetake]

Great build, i learned some good tips watching your workflow!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Glad to help! Thanks mate

[@ricardosuarez137]

Now THAT is a work bench

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

thank you!

[@fordboss9275]

Beautiful work!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@waynebooker498]

Your table saw is hating it. Nice bench. I really liked the music at minute 11 and at 18.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Table saw was struggling with the maple for sure after a few boards! tough timber to work with, but that makes a great bench! cheers!

[@БарбарисКравченко]

Колоссальные нервы у тебя мужик! Жирный лайк за усилия и приятного творчества!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Спасибо

[@jalechavez6042]

Excelente...!...te quedó Genial...!!...Saludosss

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Gracias! :-)

[@charlesthomas9294]

That is one beefy monster. I'm going to need to build something similar soon, so I was glad to have watched this. Thanks for posting!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks vry much, check out @ThirdCoastCraftsman plans, really affordable & come with video instructions! Link in the desc!

[@layrtonsilvasoaressoares2687]

Trabalho fenomenal, você é um vencedor, Parabéns e Gratidão por compartilhar irmão!!!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Muito obrigado, ótimo ter você nos acompanhando!

[@williamtowery3586]

Beautiful work! Thank you for inspiring

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks Williams! My pleasure!

[@heatoncustomwoodworkingflo1769]

Absolutely stunning!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

thanks so much!

[@Nigel_Evans]

Fantastic build, I was mesmerised all the way through 👌

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

thank you! :-)

[@spencerbarnett2974]

Pretty sure around 12:15 is what making things is all about. Nice work man.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks Spencer, and I agree totally! :-)

[@dougdays8095]

incredible!! beautiful beautifullll work

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Cheers Doug! :-)

[@AB-C1]

Fantastic craftsmanship! I'd love to build a bench like this some day given the opportunity! I need to build a workshop first! Lol.. Great job! 👍💪🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿😎

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much, go build that workshop! :-)

[@emadabulaban6013]

الله يحميك ويوفقك ... أنت رائع وجميل وفنان بمعنى الكلمة .. موفق حبيبي ... 💯✔💯👏👌👍 .. اخوك عماد من السعوديه 💜

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks :-)

[@Terrythemaker]

Great bench, I really enjoyed that video 👍🏼

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@oscardacrus]

Excelente trabajo.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Muito obrigado!

[@design6613]

Super travail

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you!

[@maxmustermann853]

Really cool project and great work! Well done mate.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much!

[@gerardgreenan907]

Stunning mate!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks very much mate!

[@jerrynix5206]

Outstanding job sir! That is one of the most beautiful workbenches I have ever seen. Also love your shop set up, it is awesome.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much :-)

[@nigelwarner1497]

bloody marvellous !!!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

thanks very much Nigel!

[@andremata7905]

Grettings from Costa Rica great project!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Hello from North Wales, many thanks!

[@thecattherapychannel2861]

Brilliant video mate 👏

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much! :-)

[@robertw.1499]

Great build, sounded like your table saw was struggling a bit when ripping those long lengths of stock though.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

It had it's moments, blade needed cleaning!

[@alexalexisalexy]

Man, what a superb video. Watched it beginning to end. Also very happy to see you celebrate when the top fit first time - that's when I knew you were a mere human like the rest of us! Beautiful bench.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much Alex! I've been making furniture for over 20 years, big glue-ups remain stressful, and this one was top level stress!

[@DsHardWoodCreations]

Very nice solid bench brother.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you! :-)

[@Und3adNation4L]

Awesome bench, solid build my dude!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Much appreciated sir! :-)

[@gm2407]

I like the Nicholson, my question is would a shoulder vice instead of the chrochet add to the bench? Being able to add improved pressure not just wedging.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

It's a decent shout! Even with really large slabs though, the crotchet has been golden, but no doubt an additional vice would work better! cheers

[@gm2407]

@@DeerRiverCraftsman If you tested it you might be the first, I could not find it online or youtube. Would build it myself but not in my budget or space to make anything this year. My brain has been thinking for days on different work bench designs within constraints. So would be happy to see someone take inspiration from any suggestions.

[@emburaman]

This workbench turned out beautiful!! Great job!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much :-)

[@gwyndafwilliams5269]

Great video and amazing bench. Really enjoying all your videos. Diolch 👍🏻

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Diolch yn fawr! :-)

[@ralphiewigs2208]

Fitting the top to the tenoned legs is a good thing to get done right the first time.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

It certainly is! Sleepless night beforehand :-)

[@jamesrobertson6959]

Beautiful

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thank you

[@rizaadon]

Amazing work!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Much appreciated, cheers !

[@martingagne3136]

nice workbench good video thx

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks Martin!

[@anastasiymikhaylov5683]

Super !!! Great work!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@changosanju]

Great Job, awesome!!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks so much!

[@janekgraf717]

very nice build !

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks v much!

[@geowhyrock]

Cheers from Florida! Great video. What species of wood? You've inspired me to get in the garage and make a bench for myself. Happy wood working!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks George! Hard Maple this bench...good luck with your own, it's a great project!!

[@tonystone3397]

Epic build pal.

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

thanks so much!

[@dylanburke5739]

Man, great job on this!

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Thanks Dylan, much appreciated!

[@thehobbyguy]

That timber must have cost a fortune.. Great work man

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

It wasn't cheap! Thanks v much!

[@thehobbyguy]

How much was it for aboard?

[@bobbyb1607]

Very nice bench. I have a small shop and so my is up against a wall. If you had to choose one side, which would it be?

[@DeerRiverCraftsman]

Nicholson Side gets used more, but I'd have to move the vice over too ;-)