Woodworking, How To Flatten A Live Edge Slab

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[@thomazneto58]

Hi, I'm Brazilian and I live here in Brazil. But I am a follower of the great works of several friends in the USA, just like you. I worked more than 35 years in offshore and today I'm retired. Now I'm with a joinery and I'm taking my time with it. Although I don't have knowledge of English, the videos that you produce are so good that I just understand some 80%. I appreciate you pass these experiences and share with all the world their knowledge. A big hug.

[@korycoster3586]

Got myself some Japanese Cedar slabs a couple of months ago. Good timing on the Vid. Now I can watch this for the next two years while I wait for them to be ready to work. Thanks Samurai.

[@streamboy15]

its nice to see the old samurai enthusiasm along with the quality content

[@TheRedhawke]

Very nice to see you in the shop doing your thing again and sharing it with us.

[@greg76543210]

Sketchup tutorial would be sickkkk. I've done a bit but looking forward to your take on it. As always, great content. Glad to see you getting back to what you do best.

[@LanviLauri]

Wow! The editing and shots were awesome in this video! Great work! Also, that's genius on how to flatten slabs. Thanks! I've been bing-watching your last 10 videos and sorry to hear about all the troubles... But awesome to hear in the next video, that people are contributing so much to help you! Stay positive! And thanks to all the people who've helped too!

[@larrypreston3826]

I like that you are back to showing us you working! Been doing this kinda stuff for years but always looking to learn new things and you almost always have something to teach me. Thanks!

[@ScottKentEdu]

Back to your roots it feels like. This gives me the same peaceful feeling I felt with your workshop table. Interesting blend of how-to and feel-good video. I really think this is a great direction.

[@tentonhammer5469]

love seeing you build something inspiring makes me smile ear to ear and I look forward to achieving my next goal on my house. Thanks for continuing to make videos.

[@jacobfindley2398]

Awesome to see you back to the wood working projects! Keep doing what you do, you are meant to do this!

[@cmsmith1961]

Glad to see you back in the shop! I can't wait to see what you make with these beautiful slabs.

[@bryanchuckles]

awesome to see you back in the shop. Keep the videos coming. I've also been really impressed with your renovation vids and the recent vlog style stuff. Excited to see where you take your channel!

[@getberget]

yeah, i would love a sketch up video from The samurai.

[@rntimberturnings5938]

It's great to see you back in the shop! You look more relaxed and in your comfort zone.

[@testticklehead]

I love it! The wood shavings piling up reminds me of when I'm doing work. The jig you built shows that you can get a lot done with some ingenuity and good old fashioned elbow grease. Well done my friend.

[@rngrtt3689]

I like that new format, keep up dude!

[@zigisjansons9835]

Nice to see you back in shop! Cant wait for upcoming videos!

[@earle0024]

the way that video was shot with music was amazing, great way to show off your skill

[@mazdaspeed69]

Absolutely love the new video! This is a very beautiful video! I can't wait to see more, much love and support!

[@noconz0727]

Glad to see you back in the shop getting into your groove. Whatever you did in this video keep doing it! Production/editing was awesome. Keep up the great work!

[@prosysw]

I'm liking the new combination of time lapse and live action, together with some of the more abstract shots.. works really well... plus the musak fits too.

[@vinceka637]

It reminded me of the old-school samurai videos, like when you were building the guest house. I really enjoyed it, and am happy to see more of the process. It's amazing what you can do with a few small power tools, that's an astounding amount of wood chips!

[@Mark-Huigen]

That's the spirit! Just enjoy your passion and inspire us by being who you are and doing what you love!

[@greernorman6783]

This woodworking book is really detailed, *TopFineWoodworking. Com* ! With the aid of this plan, I was able to use words, drawings, real images and different diagrams. It is really an informative product. I am presently making furniture together with my brother and thanks to this product, I feel like helping him is possible.?

[@geemail369]

Awesome clip, great feel - good to see you back!

[@orremm]

great to see you back in the shop dude. and you're FINALLY using the slabs! been waiting for well over a year for this series.

[@TrevorAngell]

The feel of this video was awesome. great blend of info and work.

[@xCoolBreezex]

Keep it up Samurai! Inspiring to see that you didn't give up. Respect.

[@mikasihvo8008]

Awesome! Samurai back in his element! Love the videography and the creative shots, pleasure to watch...

[@wellsuresir8676]

Awesome video dude! Love your stuff! Glad you're keeping up with the content!

[@imperialguard13]

I've done this setup a few times. It is a lot of work and it is mind blowing how many shavings you get. That being said, each time has given me great results! Nice vid!

[@Chopchoke]

Superexcited about the upcoming videos on scetchdrawing! 100% what I've wanted to learn lately, cant wait

[@fluidframe4409]

Great vid man! The best is yet to come!! Excited for you!

[@thicknight1]

Great videography. Keep this person on!!! I feel way closer to the process in this film and I've watched almost all your stuff. This is a great step forward.

[@ileanagamboaflores2817]

*TopFineWoodworking. Com* , is a very comprehensive woodworking book! It breaks every little thing down, utilizing words, drawings, real pictures, and different diagrams. It`s unbelievably informative and helps me feel like I could help my sibling while we make our furniture together.?

[@nickypalma2039]

Awesome and relatively simple way to flatten a large piece! I have a large bar top i need to build and was wondering how to plane it down. Now i know what is needed. Thanks! Keep up the awesome work.

[@MrNkubitz]

AMAZING VIDEO! Glad this stuff is back, beautifully shot!

[@ysfreddo]

great to have you back in the shop!

[@matteGT98]

back to the roots and killing it. please never stop being the samurai!

[@simoneller5194]

Is just adore the shot at 5:50 . Props to your new viedographer, great work. We never had these kinds of scenes before. I absolutely love it.

[@RoRo-zp5kt]

That is a really sick shot.

[@ender52]

Starts off nice, but holds too long on an out of focus shot of his arm. Still, I like the new style and with some tweaking I think the new videos are going to be fantastic.

[@doghawkhunter]

That was a beautiful video and a beautiful slab of wood. Keep up the good work!

[@Heugh1]

Awesome . Looking forward to this series

[@claytonmason5588]

Samurai! I don't leave comments but it seemed appropriate to tell you at this turning point. I am learning more advanced carpentry through your channel than any other source. I am bootstrapping a furniture making business right now so funds are non-existent for supporting your patreon (I do use your tool store.) I watched a previous video where you used this type of jig for flattening work and it convinced me to use this simpler style design. It got me up and going fast and I use it 3-4 times per week. I use the same massive Freud straight cut bit and it makes a huge mess that is totally worth it! Thank you for being a public craftsman and artist.

[@joshsmith4511]

HE'S BACK!!!

[@jaybray76]

Good to see you back in the shop SC. I like how this one was filmed.

[@jonopadoa5565]

Another great video bro and well shot! Keep em coming, especially the tutorials!

[@galderseweg]

these are definately the kind of videos i have been waiting for!! Good luck Jesse!

[@directorgtr]

Love this style of film and build you have. This is why I subbed! Love love love it and keep it up!!

[@jasonandrewwilliams7695]

Awesome video brother. I love seeing this beautiful cinematography brought to a classic trade.

[@cliffsclips5522]

As always another nice treat for your fans. look forward to seeing more content.

[@morrow.m]

Looking forward to this series. I really like the music you use for time lapses.

[@AllenEngineered]

Really liked the visual style of this! Good work!

[@AaronWayneOtto]

I like the new look. Thanks for all of your work.

[@Barfotadan]

Great videography, great music, great content!

[@gamesling]

7:37 So much wood! Also, mad props to the new guy, he's doing a great job at showing the audience what you're doing throughout the video for tutorial purposes and he slips in a few extra cinematic shots to make the whole thing look better as an overall video

[@95thousandroses]

really looking forward to sketchup videos. I've tried to use it before but it takes a good while of learning to use it efficiently.

[@ambismagee3207]

I'm excited for this series of vids! Well done!

[@djhousley1]

Glad to see your back to the wood working that made the channel popular.

[@geoffreyedhamilton]

Great video mate... it's fantastic to see you back at your best

[@sfleisher1]

digging the camera work! keep up the hard work man. I know I appreciate the entertainment and gain some knowledge. cheers!

[@hardshellin6673]

Enjoyed the hell out of this video. Been missing this material. Keep clinging to your old paths, Samurai!

[@daleyparsons7219]

You've defiantly upped your game! Some of the shorts are very pleasant!

[@LaBeefy101]

Good to see you back in the shop again, Samurai.

[@adamcoyne230]

Its nice to see the Samurai off the roof and in the shop where he belongs.

[@JasonPatz]

A really great video on how to flatten a slab. Nice setup!

[@joshwiley881]

The quality of the video looks awesome. Good vid man.

[@ryangerwitz7080]

that was an epic chip pile. super pumped for the sketch up instructional video. that may be a challenge but that information will be invaluable.

[@alexeypyzhov120]

i think the new videographer definitely has a lot to learn but also it seems he was going for similar style as your older videos and the familiar music makes the transition into a new era easy. glad to see you're back on track!

[@jackdotzman2908]

Very nicely done video, and educational. Looking forward to your followup video's. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge. JD/Missouri

[@cmxtobi]

This is FANTASTIC! Exactly what I was looking for!

[@baconorbust4981]

This is the Samurai Carpenter that got me hooked! Awesome.

[@theultimatemaker9153]

This is something that I keep wanting to try. I think I'll give it a go this weekend.

[@eduardom800]

Already hesitating for the sketch up videos!!!! Thanks Samurai!!

[@jamisonyzaguirre6614]

Your work is super inspirational.

[@ksingleton101]

Awesome, I learned something new today. Thank you!

[@Mrpinnerz]

Hay man, I wish I could donate and help you out, as always feel guilty for watching your vids for free, but unfortunately I really can't afford to share the dollar right now (as soon as I can I will). I'm not worried about you or your situation at all. That's because, like me, your a grafter and we always come out on top in the end. Mesmerised by your work, enthusiasm and energy. Makes me angry at myself that I didn't follow cabinet making as a youth, as I enjoyed it so much. YOU THE MAN!! Love it. Keep grafting dude. There's a cold one in Oxfordshire, UK if ur ever here!! 👍🏻. 👊🏻

[@instagator1976]

great video I love seeing your back in the shop and this video was awesome that was a huge amount of saw dust I don't even get that much when I'm using my lathe and that is a beautiful piece of wood

[@krbroadbent]

I dig the direction of the camera work your going for...its different but its awesome. well done!

[@WazZappening]

Good stuff, glad you're back at it.

[@patrickrussell7202]

Definitely headed in a great direction, Jesse. Loved the film work - short and sweet while covering every aspect of the process. I'd love to maybe hear a voice over here and there a la Joey at Kingpost Timberworks - dudes videos are almost 100% time-lapse and he just talks over them - if the build is good enough (which they generally are here), that enough for me. Keep it up man, we're all rooting for ya.

[@mortenheide1164]

I love your videos so much I like them while watching the ad at the beginning - I just assume it is going to be awesome😊

[@hansiejansevanrensburg291]

Hello all the way from RSA. It is a great looking piece of wood man. I am stocked about the SketchUp idea. I have been using it for the last 4 years. I hope I get to learn some new stuff. Looking forward to it.

[@bradymcphail9690]

I really like the work stands! your flattening rig is very nice too!

[@justingibbons2696]

I've been building for a long time. you're good man respect

[@gordroberts53]

Great clip, I have a live edge dining table to build for our new (to us) house, this was very helpful, thanks!

[@DennisSmakIver]

Sweet as video bro! Good to see u getting back on top bro.

[@arielroberts3768]

Great video, and I'm excited to see some work in Sketch up

[@baileybrodrick2987]

Sick video mate 👍 Keep up the good work !

[@chrisosh9574]

I enjoyed the video, the first I have watched in a while (Been busy). I got everything I wanted from it so I have nothing to say about camera/editing work, just good to see you still at it. I had a job back in the winter to make a bunch of stools and a couple of coffee tables from some big old pine trunk, 5 minutes in my router quit in a cloud of smoke so I made a couple of pieces of angle iron into a guide for an old circular saw that I don't use much. Otherwise it was a similar setup to this one. Using the saw laterally I thought would be a pain in the neck and slow but I was surprised at how well it worked and seemed to put no strain on the saw at all.

[@explorebc4x481]

Awesome video work. Next level!

[@danielgeng2306]

Great job Jesse, I love this technique, I wish I could afford a slab like that to flatten... thanks ~

[@AW99017]

That is an insane amount of shavings!

[@kaminpallaghy7027]

whatand1 That is one big pile of shi.. shavings

[@Rockoblocko]

What can you do with all those shavings?

[@mc8598]

I was thinking you shaved away an entire board with all those shavings

[@pamilyaislife6515]

Rocky can use those shavings for to use for kindling, ash for cement, with some epoxy for skateboards.... hmm what else?

[@koenvo6519]

@@Rockoblocko take a hamster as a pet

[@thommanders8372]

well done jesse, great job

[@juliankuhne9924]

Nice editing. And nice piece of yours work samurai

[@zreiser]

YES JESSE! THIS is the kind of content that we all subscribed for! BACK TO ROOTS Loving the new filming style, the close ups, the slow motion. Please throw in some glory shots of you hand planing those massive slabs with a Japanese plane! :D

[@maxadrian]

Beautiful! Thanks for the tips.

[@lightningstrike6]

Ahhh yesss the ole samurai vids i so enjoy. Dont get me wrong i love al your vids but these are my favorite type. Glad to see getting back to the basics. All the best!

[@stufoo1]

yay back on track. thanks for the vid.

[@alaskanawesomeness9017]

Yayyy wood working is back!!! Great video

[@seaforb13]

Thanks Jesse just the idea I needed to flatten a slab I have. Now I just need to find the time.

[@VanDamArtisan]

I recently did a slab with a half inch bit. I definitely should've invested in the thicker router bit. Nice video!

[@natelhill]

new shots look great!