Poor Man's Carpenter's Bench | 4 Wranglerstar

[@jeanpierrealessard]

Very special video for me today as I sit here with my newborn son bundled in blankets and watch your videos. I have been blessed by God and my heart Is warm. Great video series

[@MrYofo28]

I am 14 years old and have learned so much from your channel. I have learned how to properly sharpen an axe and knife. You have also inspired me to start my own projects at home and do those projects right. Thank you mr. Cody for teaching me so much.

[@Jeff-Woodford]

I think the pace of this project is just right. Thank you for not rushing through it or breezing over topics. Very relevant project for me!

[@MrShack2011]

What I enjoy so much with these videos is the fact there is so much detail. I need that on some of these projects simply because I have never done such things. It's the little details that equal superb results. I have several box's of dad and grandpa's old hand tools that I too will be restoring. Dad and grandpa never used power tools. And the work they did is priceless today. From T-auger's to a whole chisel set wrapped up in heavy canvas to hand drills, saws, planes, the list goes on. Thank you Cody for taking so much time to ensure we all understand how to do things properly and take pride in what we do.

[@johnyacovetti4879]

I must say Cody. Watching Your videos I have learnd a lot. My father was a Carpenter, he had tought me something's but never had to sharpens tools the way you have showen in your videos I have learnd a lot from them and I too would like to homestead. And watching your videos gives me good ideas about making things instead of buying them. Anyone can buy something not everyone wants to take the time to make things anymore so thank you.

[@yangjackson5491]

If people are complaining, they're on the wrong channel. I find this series extremely relaxing. Makes me want to head out to my local hardware and antique shop to see what I can find. Thanks for these vids!

[@aleveraj]

Dear Cody, thanks again for your marvelous efforts to share your knowledge and the great tips and tricks on homesteading. I truly enjoy your channel and learn tons from it. This time, I'm going to allow myself to share a very simple trick I learned for joining pieces of lumber for your tops or any other flat surfaces. Specially when you're joining the narrower sides. After I square the sides I'm about to glue and join, I sandwich them between a few pieces of straight cuts, like the ones you show on this video (the 3 2x6's you lay your project on when clamping them. Instead of just clamping them to press them together, I do a little clamping using these pieces, to flatten them as well, and that saves me a ton of time when planing them afterwards. You have to do it without glue first and check for gaps in the joints. Fix the gaps, check again and then glue and clamp in both directions, to join and to flatten. Warm regards from sunny Chile, AV.

[@wranglerstar]

Ale Vera Thank you for the good tip,

[@colinterry7261]

Anyone saying they are not entertained is not the kind of person that should be watching this. I love this series and plan to build my own bench once I acquire the proper tools. And at that point, happiness will be tea, Bach, and a sharp chisel. I love what you do sir, and I truly look up to you when it comes to tools, learning, craftsmanship, life and faith. Thank you for all you are doing, and never change. Regards, a like minded fan.

[@aloiseaux767]

I am following this series now, it is starting to be a rich man's carpenter's bench. How can you not feel on top of the world when you can create beautiful things with your hands, i love this! Thanks Wranglerstar.

[@danseman51]

Cody thanks for your vid's. I love the fact that you don't skip past the ins and outs of what you have to do in order to accomplish something with your hands. Not many people realize the little details that go into making things like having to sharpen chisels or just squaring something up properly before you cut anything to size. I love your channel. God Bless you

[@XqualDK]

I like this series and i like your channel very much. I came across it cus, i needed an axe to build a playground for my son, in the backyard. I watched Paul Sellers make it. I like his channel too, even i can follow and understand his directions. So watching someone with little woodworking experience, take on that project and show us all, it CAN be done by people without much experience, is simply amazing. Dont rush it and take your time! and keep up the good work.

[@maxwiedenheft641]

It's nice too see the respect you have for your tools. Jack will learn so much over years and it will be fun watch. Thanks for sharing..

[@jmwenzel87]

I think the video series is wonderful. No need to speed it up. I enjoy watching you enjoy your work, and it's informative as always.

[@aleblanc3547]

What a treat...18+ minutes of pure fun! Thanks, Cody. I'm having as good a time watching as you are creating this series. I think, for those who feel the is pace too slow, it's not their fault. Many of us are spoiled (ruined even) by modern television and the movies. This careful, in depth series is a lot like the difference between reading a book and watching a movie. Both are good, but if it's been a long time since you read a book, it can feel frustrating.

[@johnenger349]

Great series Cody. Thanks for using regular framing material -- makes the bench more accessible to guys who don't have a chainsaw mill, or available trees.

[@philiphilton2121]

Well I enjoy the fact that you go into detail about all the things you do. Don't stop the way you are doing it.

[@stewarthoy7357]

I'm entertained. Don't rush this series. I appreciate the attention to detail.

[@caljim1950]

I'm enjoying this series immensely and am NOT looking forward its end. Take all the time you want.

[@WorldwideBushcraftSurvival]

Take your time making this series. I don't want them to end.

[@TheGavinleandercall]

It's wild watching some of your old videos! I am enjoying this on a lazy Saturday morning

[@sweetheartsmom]

I assure you that this series is moving along just fine. I am amazed at how much I am learning. I didn't have a father who taught me these skills; I thank you

[@markericksonsr3130]

Yea what you said.. I was raised in foster homes.

[@Rohirn]

I second this, my relationship with my father was strained at best one of my biggest regrets

[@jasonnichols5673]

I love the care and attention to the tools you remind me a lot of my grandfather. I mean that only in the best of ways. Look forward to seeing more. Thank you.

[@jmlang1958]

Have been watching your videos starting with the 1st and just finished this one on your poor man's bench series. And I just wanted to say I have enjoyed each and every one. Heck I don't even watch our tv anymore now!! Keep them coming and God Bless you and your family.

[@EricAndonian]

No, no, no... don't change a thing! The timing is awesome! We are loving this. The Experience! Yes! You're right on target.

[@brianhildebrand6272]

Glad you are enjoying making this series as much as I am watching it!

[@timrileyj10]

Cody, take your time, enjoying this series very much, thank you.

[@bobkins270]

I appreciate a person who takes care of his tools. It says volumes about that individual. When they butcher and misuse their tools I would cringe. Iv'e still have most of my mechanic tools I started out with more than forty years ago. That sense of respect came from the older generation who came by thier tools the hard way. One of my favorite tools is a draw knife that my grandfather"s great grand father gave him. It works beautifully. I have not seen any problems in you work yet. I'll keep watching! Brad

[@BrianOberrender]

Cody, I think you are doing a great job on this series. The anticipation and excitement builds with each video. I find your videos to be reminiscent of a woodworking show my mother and I used to watch in the 80's, I believe it was called the New Yankee Workshop.

[@RonCraft]

Great project! That workbench will be a legacy for Jack. Love your channel. One of the best on KZbin.

[@CarolinaCharlie]

Cody, I really like this series. Quite honestly I never took much interest in hand tools until I came across your channel a while back. You can really tell a story about whatever tool and make it come to life. I've retrained myself on how I think about hand tools especially the older ones that just need some TLC to have another chance at life, a purpose. Keep up the great work brother.

[@GodschildinNC]

Great video series, I love the work that you are doing. Those folks that say they are not entertained, go for the end result and not enjoying the journey. The use of hand tools is so enjoyable.

[@dsmoov2]

I know I've said it before but I am enjoying this series very much! I'm not bored at all by these videos. I will say that I do look forward to seeing the next ones pop up for viewing though.

[@2drsdan]

I made one very similar to yours but left the well open. It works great for awkward projects like the sewing table I refurbished for my wife, the legs droped right through the well slot and I was able to clamp it down easily to work on it. Added a woodworkers vise to the end and a gunsmith/Luthier vice that is removable, mounted through bench dog holes and it's the best bench I've ever had or used. I only went with 3" 1/8 thick glulam and finished the edges with 2" walnut all around to class it up. Great video, thanks

[@paulbluffbearcampbell6035]

Wonderful series, Cody! I am enjoying it as much as you appear to be. Unfortunately, people in general, are so impatient. It is no surprise, that they become bored, in this world of immediate gratification, and disposable consumerism. Disgusting! Well take no notice of them, and enjoy the journey, as all good things are worth the wait. Paul

[@scouter277]

Keep em comming....I too have enjoyed Pauls videos and am happy to see someone else making his bench and using his sharpening method...thank you

[@TheMyeloman]

I for one love the pace of this series. I've been feeling the need to build a proper bench and this is a realistic timeframe of just how long these things take. I'm also loving the tools reviews as well, what you're using and how to use as well as maintain them. Very important skills that have sadly been lost to many in this mechanized world. Sawing by hand is so much more enjoyable, nearly zen-like, as opposed to firing up my tablesaw and getting a face full of sawdust. Thanks for a continuing series that is keeping me glued to KZbin, between projects in the shop of course... ;-)

[@randallmuncy2737]

Great series Cody. Take your time and do it properly (as usual). I had the pleasure of taking some instruction under Paul Sellers when he was at Homestead Heritage in Waco Texas. He truly is a treasure as a woodworking teacher and an artist at joinery. You picked a very good example to follow.

[@chiefof]

This series is shaping up (groannnn) just fine. As far as I'm concerned, the longer the better. I can almost smell the freshly plained wood as you work.

[@brennanjones5502]

I am learning a ton from the series Cody! I think the videos are moving the perfect speed and thank you for posting them!

[@Thefreshp]

So beautiful Cody. I'm loving this bench series. I can't wait to see it.

[@wranglerstar]

FRESH PRINCESS How is old Mexico?

[@Thefreshp]

Ol' Mex is fabuloso. I've been eating PORK tacos! I'm loving your bench. Is it done yet? I love the end cutting trick. Do you think I could do countertops that way? Need anything from Mex? Embroidered cactus shirt with your name on the lapel? Velvet Wranglerstar?

[@BushcraftOnTracks]

Loving this series!!! This channel is always about the "experience" and I think that is what the majority of us love so much!

[@avair12]

I have watched every video you have ever made, I check daily sometimes multiple times a day to see what you are up to, this series is one of your best.! I have started restoring my Grandfathers #4 Stanley and have his Chisels on tap next fine quality older set. I am going to build this Bench for sure. I am so entertained, its like a cliff hanger everyday. Keep up the fine work Cody you are making a difference to a lot of people. Can't wait for the next part.

[@urekah37]

I have loved this series and i just want to say thanks Cody for all the work you put in to your videos i look forward to each new one.

[@RatdogDRB]

Great series you have going here. The tool you were searching for the name of... is a bevel gauge. Very handy. Restoring old hand tools, I'm enjoying doing a bit of that myself.

[@natewilliams2445]

To your comments at the end, regarding speed of production. Take your time! :) The slower the better. Your videos are like fine wine, never rushed and always right on time.

[@kevohh10]

Nice! I like the longer videos! Thanks Cody. Im excited to see those chisels melt through some lumber.

[@jwolfe122]

This is gonna be a very good series no matter what other people think. Great job!

[@joseb3545]

One of the most valuable things you can do in life, is to teach what you know! Thank you.

[@just-dl]

Don't rush! Enjoying the journey with you!

[@scottrossgirvan8009]

Loving this series and your film making style.

[@michiganhomestead5020]

Hey Cody! When using those clamps made from black iron pipe I always put a piece of wax paper between the pipe and the work. That keeps those black marks from forming on the work. Love Ya, Brother! Dave

[@Burnenbrighter]

On the subject of quality squares I have been using the PEC 4 piece combo set for about 9 years now for layout work and found them to be very accurate at a decent price of 119 on amazon. Made in the USA and very square(verified by using a machinist square once and a while). Love the vids and happy holidays.

[@Ruger41mag]

Great series - I like the detail and slow pace.

[@Super3man8]

Loving these videos Cody. Got me looking out for old tools. Was able to pickup a couple Stanley no 220 planes this weekend at a flea market for real cheap. Can't wait to sharpen them up and give them a try.

[@StevenScalia]

Watching these videos is enjoyable and I look forward to seeing the next one.

[@robertsheffey8894]

Loving this series. Also very impressed at the impact you are having in the lives of young people who were not exposed to these skills. Take all the time you need in the series, but in terms of the overall channel don't slow down a bit.

[@doddaemmo1]

I like how you treated your woodworking tools and interest them like your children. All yours

[@steinderbush]

Hy Cody, My grandfather from my mothers side was a carpenter and he had just the same bench He also made it himself. He was a very tiny man with a bad health, born in 1902. But he was very clever, he told me the love for animals and nature!! Still miss him!!

[@liamstrain]

Bench is coming along great! I've enjoyed your 2x6 adaptation from Paul's original. Looking forward to seeing the completed piece.

[@pbsteelhead]

This is buy far the best series yet thank you

[@golfyam]

mitoyo combo squares are very good and are about £60 but the best are Moore and wright which are around £350 but are well built and always square, keep up the great videos Cody!

[@tontakely]

Wranglerstar, I've been watching this series on your bench, and I'm super impressed. To be honest, however, I don't think I'd put in that shelf in the middle, but that's just me. I would, however, entertain thoughts of planing down one edge of the bench to instal a long yard stick or two, so that the edge of the bench has a built in ruler, flush with the rest of the table top. Get a good, quality yardstick, that won't wear down over time. Glue it in, bolt it in (less preferable, but works if the yardstick is inferior) or whatever suits your pleasure. Anyway, I love the video series and just wanted to offer a little suggestion. Keep up the great work! You have revitalized my love of carpentry! Thanks!

[@gus1911]

Perfection Cody. Thank you for taking the time to show us.

[@aborocz]

Used L.S.Starrett combination squares on eBay are only about $45, if that's not too steep. I crossover machine tools to woodwork, helpful in tool/jig set up and I enjoy the precision. I have a Swanson in my rough tool box, it is square and did not require any fiddling around with. There seem to be mixed reviews on them now however. Fan of the channel, please keep them coming.

[@chrisc6504]

the combination squire you've got is a stanley light weight DIY version that wear out and go out of square. the one i have is a heavy pro black version and is still square after 50 years of daily use in uk great bench you've made

[@adamrkidd73]

I think anyone complaining is missing the point. Great channel, great content. Inspiring... Thanks Cody!

[@cameronmcpeak5183]

Love the romance in your videos Cody others may scoff at that but that but the relationship between a man and his well cared for tools and projects us a thing of romance.

[@GamersOnTheStorm]

This is the best series you have made 😀

[@bryankinney815]

hey I like the pace of the video series. I think it shows that its not quick process to make something right!

[@canadianknifeExpert]

Cody just a tip that I've found works well is spreading the glue out evenly along the edge with your finger before clamping. In my experience it helps to get a good solid bind.

[@rmclark83]

Love the videos! All of them, take your time so that it is proper. Try not to listen to people that are dissatisfied because someone will always be dissatisfied with something these days. Seems like many can't wait to share negative opinions. sad really. Thanks for sharing!

[@lazydragonslayer]

Wranglerstar, keep doing what your doing.

[@karsonbranham3900]

great job! excellent video Cody! can't wait for the next installment. Thanks again!

[@newcreationbear610]

Man, I am learning so much from you in this series! Thank you for this!

[@GetGood5]

Nice length on this one and I prefer the thoroughness too.

[@buzzsah]

A good idea to check all your tape measures together to make sure they are all measuring the same. I had one tape that was off by 1/8th and was always coming up short when using more the jusy one tape on a project.

[@HadzirLP]

Jim Watson If the end is NOT loose you have a useless measuring tape. It is loose so that it will measure accurately when hooking the end of the tape on something, but also when you push it against something. It's hard to explain with words, Google it =D If your measuring tape measures wrong (hook it on a folding ruler, and compare the measurements) it probably has a bent hook on the end.

[@HadzirLP]

Jim Watson In that case, i apologize. You'd be amazed at how many who didn't know that,

[@HadzirLP]

Jim Watson As we say on my site when something is a piece of junk. "It's probably made in Estonia".

[@OldSneelock]

Lots of good suggestions. In my experience steel tapes are guessing sticks. Usually okay for building construction where the 1/16" tolerance on the hook is not as critical. At work we set up a 1 foot long test block and verified the tapes against it. It's more important where you have multiple people, over multiple shifts, in multiple places, on a single project. Calibrated tapes, marked with dates and serial numbers let you trace back to who dropped their tape. :-) When it's just me on the job I use a single tape for the whole project. It's not always possible to use only one measurement device. Table saw fences, marking gages, and combination squares are opportunities for error. Not mentioned but the problem I ran into most with teaching others was to get them to always measure from the same origin point. Every part in an assembly has tolerances. By setting all the dimensions in relation to one point on the assembly the tolerances in the part and the reference scale are allowed for.

[@buzzsah]

Jim Watson The markings were off, about 32 or less, but by the time I measured out 4-5 inches I was 1.8 off and as I ran it out it became greater. When I was younger and working as a framer's helper we had to check our tapes against the foremen tape or use one of his tapes. It could make the difference on taking the line or leave it or greater.

[@0justLook]

Forgive me if this has already been shared. Those of us who went to military school many years ago remember the nightly ordeal of shining/polishing our brass things for morning inspection. New brass always came with a layer of lacquer to protect it, but didn't give the brilliant bright yellow color that raw polished brass can yield. Anyway, the way to remove the lacquer in almost one pass is with Nail Polish Remover. Buy your own bottle so you don't squander the Mrs. supply. We used to dip a Q-tip in the NP Remover, and 1 or 2 swipes took the lacquer right off.

[@alex0you0tuber]

Great video again! Another reason why the chisel should fit properly to the handle is, when you start hammering on it while the handle is loose, your finger can fit between handle and chisel. Because that mistake, a little piece of skin of my pinkie got squeezed. 2 weeks until the wound was healed up... Sorry for my bad english, I'm from Germany :) Greetings from Cologne !

[@thehamlinwoodshop]

Cody, great video, awesome channel. I use my Starrett square daily. When you get some extra change, I suggest you buy one. You won't regret the purchase. Looking forward to your next video!

[@MustacheVerra]

I guess it depends what kind of mood you're in. I didn't really feel the video was too long this time. But i did in an earlier one. Which lead me to think it would be a good idea for you to make a short to the point version at the end for those who don't have the time. I really appreciate this design. I'll probably adopt its if i build one workbench someday.

[@sonnyaycoth4809]

love the video, time concept and passion. keep up the grand work.

[@timeverett5482]

Looking good man!! Enjoying watching your craft.

[@TinManKustoms]

Nice work on the bench going to really nice when done. Great idea putting the well in your bench it will come in handy for tools and when you need to clamp your work also.

[@joelpeterson8653]

Really enjoying this series Cody, keep up the good work. Thanks, -Joel

[@ea32da32]

Great series Cody. I found that spreading my glue even on both sides to be laminated with a spatula gives me a more consistent product. And you can never have enough clamps - it's funny even small items I find using as many as I have LOL. :-). God Bless.

[@SolaScriptura49]

Definitely not moving too fast! I learn quite a bit from all the things you have mentioned!

[@BeachBow]

Really enjoying it myself. Take your time and do it right!

[@viewfromtheroad2656]

A little tip about glue up. If you do not want you pieces to move when you're clamping the work you can sprinkle a bit of table salt on the glue surface after spreading out the glue (which insures total coverage) on the entire surface. The salt will not effect the glue or the wood and will cause the work to hold fast in one position, like a second pair of hands.

[@brusethkt]

+Steven Johnson --- Now that is a GREAT tip! Been doing cabinetmaking (as a hobby) for years, and that's the first time I've heard this. Thanks for the neat tip.

[@dalyjolly3186]

It's a bevel gauge in the lingo I've learned. Hope y'all had a Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year to ya.

[@Mirkwood81]

Cody, I am along for the ride. Go at your own pace, we will enjoy it.

[@andrewFull]

Keep up the great work. I really enjoy your channel.

[@agualotus]

I've been watching your vid and Paul sellers vid. I am partial to this style work bench. I'm looking to add a wagon vice to the build of mine. Also, I too love pipe clamps! Can never have enough clamps :-)

[@matthewgarrison644]

looks like its coming along great! Dont let the naysayers rush you. Projects are always best when not rushed. God Bless!

[@dam5959]

love the project and so glad you are doing it with hand tools. This will really make you appreciate the job so much more. On thing about what you said about not wanting to spend money on good tools. I have slowly built a large hand tool set. I have rebuilt many hand planes and love using them but at the same time I have spent some crazy amounts of money on good or even grate hand tools and you can really tell the difference. A well made tool will make the experience so much more enjoyable and they will last a life time if taken care of and I can already tell you enjoy sharping and keeping in good working order. Make the plunge and enjoy and keep up the good work. Dean

[@seifsplace]

The pace is great...in my feelings

[@shroboy07]

There is a way to straighten your squares on the rulers. John Heisz has a video on how to do it. I even did it to some really low end ones and it works great!

[@freemutant]

Thanks Cody great series, I always learn something new here.

[@winstonhackett]

Have you looked at the roubo workbench design? It looks quite solid and simple.

[@ninjanerdbjjandfitness9544]

i have a keen kutter chisel also. haven't used it yet, but my grampa's old keen kutter double bit axe has some crazy hard steel on it.

[@dadybad08]

Love this new series! Excited for the videos Cody!