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Hello Everyone!

This is the workbench I recently completed. I followed the plans on Startwoodworking.com HERE.

I had a hard time finding untreated 4×4s in town and had to settle for some that were less than ideal. But I think it turned out ok, and overall I'm pleased with the bench. I still have to pick out a front vise. Any suggestions?

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a solid start. For a front vise on a budget you could use a moxon style built into the skirt of the bench
 

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That is my kind of bench, sturdy and something you will not be afraid to use.
 

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Great job!! This is a good start. Welcome to LJ's and thanks for sharing.
 

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There are many choices. I have been using this Winton vise and would recommend it
 

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I love it! My kind of bench too, have fun gettin' it messy! Keep the bench simple and the projects challenging!
 

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Hello nealius,
please if can give me the dimensions of your workbench, thank you.
 

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Great bench, thanks for sharing
 

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My bench is similar to those plans too. I highly, highly recommend attaching a hardwood border around it. That MDF edge would get beat to crap over time. Plus it will look nicer.
 

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Agree on the hardwood border. It will really dress it up and you probably need it to mount a vice. I have thought about building an MDF bench but I'm concerned about dog holes holding up over time.
 

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Hello nealius,
thanks for your answer.
 

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Nice build Nealius I have built three versions of that bench. My workbench, modified the plans for an out feed table and my lathe stand. These benches are solid. You may have to tighten the rods a bit after the legs dry a bit more in your shop.
 

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Good job. You're a step ahead of me. I still don't have a "proper woodworking bench"
 
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