Project Information
And in the opposing corner…at over 300 pounds (I'm sure…) with a 6' reach…
Kidding aside, this bench really knocked me out. I'm positive when I say that this bench will last my lifetime and hopefully more.
For those interested in getting more detail, you can read all about the construction in my blog. I must warn you though… your eyes may glaze over at the amount of detail that went into this bench. And the blog is the sparknotes version, for those really interested- I'm sure we could discuss this thing for quite some time. Some of the features are:
1- Recycled maple butcherblock that was going to be thrown out.
2- Plans taken from many sources of inspiration, vises from a FWW article referencing Mike Dunbars bench.
3- Walnut veneer to cover up the butchered wedge block nuts for the vises.
4- More dog holes than you could ever need (it's upwards of 50..)
5- Router insert, saber saw insert.
6- T-track and miter bar track for fence, guides, jigs and clamps.
7- Lower level that will have drawers/storage.
8- Upper level to store tools at hand.
9- 16 bed bolts to make the base collapsable for moving.
10- 20 very large tenons and 20 very large mortises.
Things to decide for the future:
1- Just how many drawers?
2- Bolted to the floor or on casters?
3- Home made version of wonder-dog/pup clamps (will need many)
4- Permanent box construction on the bottom or removable totes?
5- Sliding dead man, will I even need one?
6- Steam bending strap storage…
7- Puppets for spring pole turning…
And we could go on! The best thing is that it's done, and now we can get to work!
Kidding aside, this bench really knocked me out. I'm positive when I say that this bench will last my lifetime and hopefully more.
For those interested in getting more detail, you can read all about the construction in my blog. I must warn you though… your eyes may glaze over at the amount of detail that went into this bench. And the blog is the sparknotes version, for those really interested- I'm sure we could discuss this thing for quite some time. Some of the features are:
1- Recycled maple butcherblock that was going to be thrown out.
2- Plans taken from many sources of inspiration, vises from a FWW article referencing Mike Dunbars bench.
3- Walnut veneer to cover up the butchered wedge block nuts for the vises.
4- More dog holes than you could ever need (it's upwards of 50..)
5- Router insert, saber saw insert.
6- T-track and miter bar track for fence, guides, jigs and clamps.
7- Lower level that will have drawers/storage.
8- Upper level to store tools at hand.
9- 16 bed bolts to make the base collapsable for moving.
10- 20 very large tenons and 20 very large mortises.
Things to decide for the future:
1- Just how many drawers?
2- Bolted to the floor or on casters?
3- Home made version of wonder-dog/pup clamps (will need many)
4- Permanent box construction on the bottom or removable totes?
5- Sliding dead man, will I even need one?
6- Steam bending strap storage…
7- Puppets for spring pole turning…
And we could go on! The best thing is that it's done, and now we can get to work!