Installing an HNT GORDON Tail Vice at the Unplugged Woodshop Toronto

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Installing an HNT Gordon Tail Vice.
In this video, we install an HNT Gordon Tail Vice into one of our joinery benches at the Unplugged Woodshop Toronto.
The vice is inset into the bench top.
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[@mikefewster6159]

This just sums up what draws so many of us to hand tool work. Peaceful and beautiful .. well done.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Mike!

[@eduardom800]

The hand that builds a tool to build tools to use with the hands. Nice. Thank you Mr. Fidgen.

[@JeffMartinez648]

So peaceful watching your work. Thank you

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Jeff~

[@marceaton3128]

Music makes me sleepy, nice work Tom.

[@toninica]

Old scool! Really good carpenter.

[@YelCan]

Artful in every way 😊 . Thanks Tom.

[@gunterschone8402]

Beautiful video, Tom. Has really fun made again to see a video of you. The vice looks great

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Gunter- nice to be back in a somewhat regular fashion-; )-

[@tboneterryd]

Good for the third time Tom. Tool chest was the perfect background.

[@exotoguy]

That vise looks amazing! I love the design!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Aaron- I agree- it's a sweet design. Well thought out and perfectly executed.

[@Mienecus]

Good suggestion. Thanks!!! Love the carefull way you installed the vice 👍👌👍

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

thanks!

[@Paiadakine]

Thanks. Love the curly shavings from the plane...

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

me too- that David Barron smoother is pretty sweet-; ) Thanks for the comments!

[@rick91443]

Always such a pleasure to watch you work. Thank you...rr

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Richard- very much appreciated.

[@tuandroidgeneral2091]

+Tom Fidgen were are you from??

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Canada. Cape Breton Island to be specific. I also own a woodworking school in Toronto, Ontario.

[@duncdonut]

When I hear those lazy drums kick in I know I'm in for several minutes of zen. Great video as always.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Damien, very much appreciated~; ))

[@edm7845]

What I find nice in their work beyond the result, it is the fact that you use simple tools accessible. The ssonoras track are really cool. An amateur fan of the Brazil /

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Many thanks -; ) all the best ~

[@Carlg26]

Just watching these videos makes me jealous of those who can take your courses :)

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Kind words- thanks! If you're ever in the neighborhood, stop in and say hello-

[@tobermorywomble23]

That is stunning workmanship, as always. I'd be hard pressed to get that level of quality in my machine shop, let alone with hand tools. Perhaps after another decade of practice.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Euan.

[@hudzgh]

Is it alright if I just say 'WOW!' ?

[@johngriffiths689]

Nice video. Please do many more

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

we'll do our best~; )

[@johngriffiths689]

+Tom Fidgen Good man

[@hdwoodshop]

Beautifully done.

[@carlosalbertogonzalezpresi9079]

Hola Tom saludos desde Cali Colombia... quiero preguntarte qué número o grit de piedras de afilar las herramientas de carpintería son ideales ? Cuáles comprar que número o grit ? Y las piedras que vende Lie Nielsen son buenas ? Gracias por tu ayuda y por compartir tu experiencia y conocimientos. Un abrazo fuerte desde Colombia.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Saludos! Debe usar una piedra de grano grueso, medio y fino, la mayoría de las marcas están bien. También necesitará un método para aplanarlos. Las piedras que vende Lie Nielsen son de buena calidad. ¡Gracias por la pregunta y todo lo mejor de Canadá!

[@carlosalbertogonzalezpresi9079]

@@theUnpluggedWoodshop muchísimas gracias por tu ayuda.

[@duckydealer]

This video should be added to the oddly satisfying series.

[@abstractbybrian]

I always feel like I've seen an epic film. The whole package comes together in creamy harmony. Your superb skill set and the filming, music; a perfect blend. I wish I could get to that skill level. How many years did it take you to get to that skill level?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Many thanks- the truth is anyone can do this kind of work with a little practice and a lot of patience. I've been 'unplugged' for 10 years but have been working with wood in both boat building and set design for 15 years before that. all the best~

[@saschapochert]

So many love at your work and this peaceful music gave me tears in my eyes! 👍 Where can I get this beautiful song?? Please make more such wonderful videos!!

[@heyimamaker]

Nice! What kind of square was that?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the question. It's an engineers square...not sure of the brand name but if you search for engineer square you'll find them. cheers~

[@GregsGarage]

Great install. Over time will the area where the vice hardware sits need to be reworked because of movement in the wood or will the hardness of the steel cause the wood to be more stable around it?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Great question Greg. Only time will tell. I don't expect too much movement, but we could see some in the oak plate on top. Not actually in the oak as it's quartersawn, but how it sits in relation to the pine bench top. That's the thing with workbenches and wood furniture, if things move or need adjustments then no worries- that's what we do! : ) all the best~

[@GregsGarage]

Interesting. Nothing a bit of elbow grease and/or shims can't take care of. Beautiful install.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

thanks!

[@johngeier8841]

love it! thanx for the inspiration Tom. might have to try that out on mine. cheers John from Munich ;-)

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks John- hope you're having a good summer!

[@allenhess6583]

Nice tools.

[@robertwilson7143]

Now what side should you put a vise like this? I should have asked more questions when I stopped by.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

ours is on the right- most tail vices I've seen are on the right....but that said, if you're left handed then I don't see why it wouldn't work on the left-; )

[@robertwilson7143]

Tom Fidgen thank you

[@mouppe]

Hi, what stops the vice body from sliding back out of the workbench? Is it screwed into place? Thanks for making the video.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the question Richard. Yes, there's both a pin and a screw in the bottom of the vice that goes down into the bench. all the best~

[@donmueller5235]

Tom - Which model of HNTG tail vice did you install (mm length), and what is the metric to decide between the two? Is the install in your subscription site more detailed. I do admire the work of HNT Gordon.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Hi Don, thanks for the interest. This is the smaller of the two tail vices they make- it's in our joinery bench so it won't be used for real heavy work. More for holding small pieces for detail work ie: inlay, carving etc.. If you're installing it in a standard work bench then I'd suggest the larger model which has a little more travel. As for the online membership videos, yes, they're more detailed than these KZbin videos. That said, this one only shows the bench preparation. Unfortunately, we lost the rest of the footage and only have one episode!! Thankfully I had already edited this video so members could see the complete project. Just so you get an idea, the first episode on our membership site is 30 minutes- it details the bench prep, flattening and squaring the front apron. This video gets to that same point around the two and half minute mark! Our next install is a Moxon Vice and we'll again have a shorter KZbin video showing the condensed version of the process, while the membership site will have two or three 30-40 minute episodes. Hope that helps, all the best~

[@steverochon1620]

Tom, is the music used here one of yours? If so, on what album is it? All the best! Steve

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the interest- yes, this is my music. It's not on any of my albums, but if you email me I'm happy to send you copy-; ) contact: tom at the unplugged woodshop dot com cheers!

[@steverochon1620]

I will do that. Very kind of you. Thanks!

[@hazembata]

I dig it.

[@jasonb4350]

Very nice one thing though you had a couple blow outs while planing with the big boy maybe sanding around the opening next time

[@honoriosergio5454]

Ola Tom, como sempre um trabalho primoroso e muito bem feito, parabéns!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Muito obrigado!

[@inthewind3458]

Great Videos You are a Top Rate Craftsman Love It Thinking about that tail vise....Your install flawless but I gotta ask about clamping pressure with the little knob...I like to pound on stuff occasionally....Thank You for Sharing

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the questions and comments- this holds up really well. Not sure if I'd use it for as you say "pounding on stuff" but we have it in a joinery bench and it's perfect for that application. all the best~

[@rollingstone3017]

Cool stuff. Always fun to watch. Also, a neat bench going on there. Did I miss the build somewhere?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the comments and question. The benches are based on a Nicholson design- no KZbin videos for the build...but you will find a series of episodes over on the member only area of the UnpluggedWoodshop.com. Details are here: www.theunpluggedwoodshop.com/episode-114-workbench-week-01.html also, you'll find some details on the bench in this post, along with free pdf. and sketchup models-; ) www.theunpluggedwoodshop.com/installing-nicholson-style-vice.html all the best~

[@motzemog]

The vise looks sleek and sexy, but it looks like you have to turn and turn to get it to move. Fine threads?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Not really- it actually moves along fairly well. With dog holes spaced at 4-in. on center, it's really not too bad. Thanks for the comments!

[@milesj.943]

What song is this?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

it's an original piece I wrote and recorded....

[@milesj.943]

Well it's great, that's impressive.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

many thanks!

[@paolo_meloni]

Great video! As usually! ;) Which kind of sharpening stone are you using? (Can you tell me where i can found them?) Thanks for sharing

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Paolo- sorry for the delay...just getting this comment now! This is a diamond stone by DMT. Many wood/tool supply stores carry them. I got these ones at Lee Valley Tools here in Canada. all the best~

[@paolo_meloni]

I really thank you! Don't worry for the delay, it's a great thing that you answered to me :D P.S. compliments for your interview in the italian wood magazine "LEGNO LAB", very very inspiring. (obviously in my first question i meant "find" not "found" xD the smartphon spell check >_>)

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Paolo Meloni Many thanks~ ; ))

[@jflissar]

Great work Tom, what's this song? I've heard it before and may have missed the title among all the videos. Cheers!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Jonathan- it's an instrumental I wrote and recorded a few years ago.. I saved it in my computer as 'toolchest' but it never really had a name...- ; )

[@elliotttrent9693]

Lovely! which Japanese chisels are you using here?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the question. They're the ones Lee Valley carries. Here's a link: www.leevalley.com/en/hardware/page.aspx?p=46404&cat=1,41504,43500&ap=1

[@carlcooper3525]

Tom an i get a copy of this music? What is the name of this song? Thanks, May God Bless! Carl

[@norbkelly1978]

Tom, Was this the 100 or 150mm vise? Best of luck in LaCrosse Next week!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Norb- this is the 100. Better suited for a joinery bench. ( in my opinion -; ) all the best~

[@gunslinger1108]

it might have been asked before but is there somewhere that I could purchase your music?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the interest Nathan- you'll find my music on iTunes here: itunes.apple.com/ca/artist/tom-fidgen/id415978851 as for this particular piece, it was written specifically for these videos and isn't available- if you'd like a copy, contact me directly ( on my website - www.theUnpluggedWoodshop.com ) and I'll be happy to send you a copy-; ) all the best~

[@codyquine1745]

Can this be installed on a bench with an end cap?

[@Dallasllama]

Lovely to see the Skelton saw in action. Had to go frame by frame to see the imprint on the back to be sure. Beaut! Lovely work. Enjoying following.

[@jaimeclifton9078]

How do you find the Skelton saw vs the Bad Axe that you usually use Tom?..

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Hey Jaime, thanks for the question- They're both excellent saws...the Skelton is completely hand made, one at a time while the Bad Axe is a little more manufactured. The Skelton uses Rosewood which makes it a little heavier than the Bad Axes- but they both feel great, cut fast and are a joy to use. Cheers~

[@Bubblegoose]

Australia represent!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

indeed!

[@ravenouspathogen]

Another good stuff video, too much time between vids though, but that's my only complaint.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

LOL- we're doing our best.

[@kishowood1596]

$?

[@billrogers6256]

Appologies....I am new to the whole woodworking thing,(actually have enjoyed the pleasures of manipulating this material since H.S.) having managed to buy some things could you give a novice a bit of advice I wonder?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Use sharp tools and choose your materials wisely. Cheers~

[@billrogers6256]

@@theUnpluggedWoodshop thank you kind sir. Am enjoying you downloads immensely.

[@KeremTitiz]

Your skill & craftsmanship is best but this video is too shaky :)

[@ravenhhca]

Looks like you know where to find Lee Valley

[@AirwolfCrazy]

I have watched this a couple of times and I am sure I will again as I install mine in my new workbench.

[@pachenkopp6998]

aşk ile yapılan bir iş videoyu hızlandırmadan izlemek bile çok zevkli izleyince hemen abone oldum insan; böyle bir masa üzerinde çekiç vurmaya kıyamaz

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

teşekkür ederim !

[@adriangjedsted1882]

Where did you get your square from at 6:46? its a beauty!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

It's made by Chris Vesper in Australia. I picked it up two years ago while teaching down under at the Melbourne Guild of Fine Woodworking. His squares are an investment, but they're best you can get. Here's a link: www.vespertools.com.au/vesper-squares/precision-double-squares/

[@MrJw55]

Your skills are awsome great control,

[@orbodman]

HNT Gordon make some of the best tools in the world. Wooden planes mainly. Australian. They are spectacular to use

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

agreed!

[@namenknappheit]

That little bit of tear out at the end of the inlay showed me you are still human. Highest grade of perfection of a craftsman I saw so far. Thanks for give us a peak in your work.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

LOL- yeah, that kind of drove me nuts~; )) we laughed about it because it was in such a noticeable spot. It happened as I was using the router plane....oh well, in a few months you'll never notice it once the bench is used awhile and gets a few more dings and nicks... thanks for the comments!

[@Selepai]

Tom, please tell me which chisels you use? Thank you

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks for the interest. In this video I'm using a wide Japanese chisel and a Lie Nielsen mortise chisel. all the best~

[@Selepai]

Thank you, I'm studying on your videos, and myself from Russia, I really like your work and what you are doing! Translation through translit if sorry not correctly

[@J-Chong]

thanks Tom.Saludos desde Peru.

[@fr33k3v1n]

Wonderful video, thank you. I'm new to woodworking (found you via Matt Estlea's recommendation) and have only just heard about HNT Gordon and am interested in their Face Vice? I'm keen to see some more reviews from experienced woodworkers as it looks impressive but at a price! Are you familiar with it? Thanks.

[@robertbrunston5406]

Looks like it works great! Great install, you are a master craftsman no doubt. I have not seen any new videos from you for a while now! I hope all is well with you and yours? To me your videos are the best! Thank you.

[@dadaboy]

As always, love to watch you work!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Thanks Jeff! Much appreciated~

[@muh1h1]

How can you work in a shop where the actual workbench is a piece of art? i mean i'd always be worried to scratch something... Super nice work though, couldn't be done any better by any machine!

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Many thanks- if/when the bench top gets a little messed up we'll simply take a few shavings with a hand plane...good as new again! all the best~

[@Ziogustin]

I love it!

[@craigoxford4613]

Needed a little CA glue on that tear out.

[@artrobert0875]

Subscrided

[@M4ngstergangster]

Really nice workmanship and video as always. What do you think of the vice? - strengths and vices:-)

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

It seems like a great piece of kit. As we use it I'll post an update over time. Ask me again in a year-; ))

[@CPerry-yq1fj]

Thanks for the videos Mr Figden ..... thumbs up !

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

cheers!

[@kidskillconscience]

Was this a paid commercial or just a suggestion?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

lol- just a suggestion. I met Terry Gordon while teaching in Australia a couple of months ago and we spoke about these vices. Here in our school, we're trying to have multiple of examples of vices and work holding jigs/devices so students can see many of the options they have when building their own benches at home. Our next video will show us installing a Bench Crafted Moxon Vice and from there, a quick release Veritas vise. But all that said, even if it was a paid commercial, what difference would it make? The video content is still the same. You can choose to watch or not.

[@kidskillconscience]

+Tom Fidgen the difference would be that you would be required to disclose that you were paid to produce the content. if you produce an advert without telling us then we don't know if you truly like the product or if you are just selling us something.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Just so you know, I don't post videos of things I don't like. I don't use tools I don't like and we don't have tool partners with anyone at the UW we wouldn't use ourselves. Everything you see in these videos, are tools I enjoy using, are quality made by real people, getting paid a fair price, and I can feel good about recommending them to students, members and viewers. Yes, we have tool partners at the UW, and when we sell their products at the school or on our website we get a small commission. This helps keep the lights on at the UW- and if we choose to use our tool partners tools in our videos, it isn't because we're paid to do so, it's because we like using them-; ) Hope that answers your questions... all the best~

[@djdesros]

Do they ship to Canada or have a Canadian distributor? I could only find AUS info.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

They do ship to Canada. Watch the UW website for distribution info closer to 2017. all the best~

[@djdesros]

Tom Fidgen oh good, thanks! Also, just got your book for my birthday, can't wait to finally make an old-school drafting table to replace my ugly, clunky, counterweight one.

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Nice to hear! Send me some pics when you get it done and I'll share them on the UW website-; ) best of luck with it....don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions or comments! Cheers~

[@ЭльдарМеджитов-м7е]

Сколько стоит обучение в вашей школе?

[@theUnpluggedWoodshop]

Вы найдете подробности здесь: ( You'll find details here: ) www.theunpluggedwoodshop.com/foundations-program thanks!

[@ЭльдарМеджитов-м7е]

thanks a lot!

[@marekpastyrik1888]

get a tripod man please work is great but i got dizzy