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  • @bem22ful
    @bem22ful ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Awesome book that gives you step-by-step photos th-cam.com/users/postUgkxTNB_zFBSnTo_O1PqfVUwgi7ityw0JlKt and directions to make every day project. I can see myself making a few of these projects and giving them as housewarming and holiday gifts!

  • @just-dl
    @just-dl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Just to share a little of my own experience: i made a tote for my daughter; she's at an age where she wants to do what Daddy does (LOVE THIS AGE!), and so we made a tote...the handle was some left over curtain rod. I drilled a hole that was almost the same diameter, and it was a right-royal pain in the rump to get the handle in place. but, it's there for good, and no glue or fasteners required. I had the same general shape, with the outward slant of the sidewalls, and made the end pieces first. When I attached the side pieces, I didn't try to shape the wood at first. I drilled holes, pegged it with glue, and when the glue dried, I planed the protruding edges of the side pieces down. One benefit is that the side angles may or may not be consistent. Don't have to be. Planing "whatever protruded" made it the right angle, even though I have no idea what the angle is. I used a small forstner bit to put series of 1/8" deep "depressions" in the wood. hard to call them holes, really. I glued in some rare-earth magnets, for tools to stick in place. It was a good little project, my baby girl loves it. She glares at me because I use it all the time! (yeah, I need to build myself one!) :-)

    • @monkeyfaceII
      @monkeyfaceII 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great comment my baby daughter is one and I can’t wait to build her a tote and some wooden toy tools

    • @just-dl
      @just-dl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@monkeyfaceII go for it! i used to joke about teaching courses like 'toddlers and power tools' and 'baby's first table saw' - but, having your little people with you in the shop is a such a joy. and a pain. mostly a joy. :-) only one of my 4 kiddos has much interest in shop stuff (my youngest), but at least one does....

    • @monkeyfaceII
      @monkeyfaceII 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@just-dl that’s awesome I will

  • @MichaelCampbell01
    @MichaelCampbell01 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Speed square has become one of my best friends in the shop lately. Gotta say Rex, I smile at least once during every video you have put out lately, as well as learn something. Thanks.

  • @Kikilang60
    @Kikilang60 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Yeah, three legs. I used to make three legged coffee tables as a teenager. An older wood worker asked about it. "I'm trying to be innovative." I said. "Can't get rid of the wobble, can ya?" He said. You can't lie to the guys who know.

  • @jrkorman
    @jrkorman 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Really liking this series; especially your comments at the end. Thanks for the callout to Paul Sellers' videos, they are great. Watching his videos I've unlearned some number of things and do better work for it!

  • @periculumesse1525
    @periculumesse1525 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for the human element at the end. I often feel embarrassed after I complete a project. Yet it is the flaws, that make it special. It was made, not produced. Thanks Rex.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Periculum Esse Never feel bad about your work. While the slob next door was riding the couch, you MADE a thing. Be proud.

  • @Agamemnon2
    @Agamemnon2 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This built shows off the functionalities of your workbench really well. It's remarkable that you really didn't need to break out the clamps until you showed off making the dowel with the homemade draw plate, everything else could be worked on with just the bench attachments.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You kind of need one bar clamp, but one does the job.

  • @rickarda550
    @rickarda550 5 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I'm pretty sure your dewalt construction saw has an square in it. A 90° and 45° in the handle and it should be good enough for many not so critical stuff.
    Idk may be helpful to someone.
    Really enjoying this series

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It does! Good point!

    • @Nurk0m0rath
      @Nurk0m0rath 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, many modern saws seem to have this design (not so much for older saws in my experience, which seem to trade this for a more ergonomic grip). I know my short crosscut saw has this feature ... but, it's old enough now that the screws have slipped. Even though I've tightened them up to keep the blade solidly attached, I can no longer trust it as a square. So if your saw is relatively new this can be a good solution, but the older it gets the less likely it is to work.

  • @ryanmurphy3025
    @ryanmurphy3025 5 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Hammering wood through a half inch box end wrench will work well to make the wooden dowels ( if you don't have the ability to drill steel). A little touch up with a rasp will make it very close to round.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That's a GREAT tip!

    • @MikkosFree
      @MikkosFree 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed. That is indeed a very good tip!

    • @mccollumjosh
      @mccollumjosh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am going to give this tip a try.

    • @joejoelesh1197
      @joejoelesh1197 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool! I will try this too.
      Slot of us are not starting from scratch, but instead have a good variety of general tools.

  • @schm4704
    @schm4704 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thumbs up for the remarks on perfection (or lack thereof) towards the end!

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's the least I can do. This stuff is hard. We all need to cut ourselves a break.

    • @thickmike
      @thickmike 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I tell the kids in my class at school this all the time. People are apt to focus on failure, and not what they learned.

  • @stephenater9687
    @stephenater9687 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love this new/old approach!! You're doing a great service to the community. Thank you!

  • @Baldharlow
    @Baldharlow 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Making the plan available and mentioning it as a way to support your channel was a great idea. I just ordered it. I've been wanting to make a tote like this for a while and now I get to make one AND support a TH-cam channel worth watching. THANKS!

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your support.

  • @PlainsmansCabin
    @PlainsmansCabin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rex, you are doing an awesome job with this series! I’m excited every time I get a notification a new video is premiering! You have given me greater confidence with “unplugged woodworking” and a different angle of getting into it deeper.
    Keep up the great work and stay focused on introducing new hand tools and techniques with new projects.
    Thank you!

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm really glad this series is working!

  • @jwydubak9673
    @jwydubak9673 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for metric values on the plans.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's the least I can do for my non-US viewers. You all make up a BIG part of my audience.

  • @tomdenny8507
    @tomdenny8507 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I have nothing but praise for your wood working for humans series. In reading comments posted about this video I see where some have said you could have done this like so or maybe could have done another thing different but the fact remains that you did it the way you did it and it worked. Maybe you'll do it different next time or maybe you won't. Finally, everyone should take pride in their work and your comments near the end of the video are especially noteworthy. Thank you.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very kind words and very appreciated.

  • @jimcarter4929
    @jimcarter4929 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Simplicity of this series is brilliant. Great project and instructions ,real confidence builder for new woodworker. Gotta get plans to show support.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much!

  • @markharris5771
    @markharris5771 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The superglue and tape trick is fantastic! This is a great project, brilliantly explained making a great video.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Really glad you liked it! All credit to Crimson Guitars for the super glue trick.

  • @imortaldeadead
    @imortaldeadead 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great design, and thank you for pointing out Paul Sellers video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @evanfry9205
    @evanfry9205 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed making this project. I appreciate the thought that went into designing even a simple project like this one.

  • @adamguinnmusic5871
    @adamguinnmusic5871 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Man you are very cool my guy.
    I've been devouring your channel lately.
    This is a ways back but even now you don't have sponsorship.
    And the coolest thing you do is recommend other people's videos.
    You lose some of your own watch time and give credit to other people.
    Yours is the first patreon I've actually considered joining. Haven't yet but probably on my way.
    Thanks Rex

  • @alexartamonov2010
    @alexartamonov2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, Rex, that's exactly what I was looking for! Bought your plan. Keep up the good work!

  • @johnkelley9877
    @johnkelley9877 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a great series! The tote look really good and it is hard to believe it was made with hand tools only. Thanks for sharing this.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'll be honest, it was pretty hard to MAKE using only hand tools, but you can do it!

  • @neilchristiansen1123
    @neilchristiansen1123 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for another great video. Thanks also for pointing out that your project did not turn out perfect. It gives me hope.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The craft is determination plus practice. That's it. You WILL improve.

  • @saigmundur
    @saigmundur 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sentence "I come in closer and closer with gentle mallet taps" is straight up erotica for woodworkers!

  • @autodidacticartisan
    @autodidacticartisan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rex, youre not the most skilled woodworker on TH-cam. I'm not trying to hurt your feelings, and I have a feeling that it doesnt bother you much anyway. But you are the best woodworking TH-camr. Clear speaking. Simple instruction. Without using $4000 worth of tools. Quality content. Period

  • @josephc5048
    @josephc5048 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh Rex, full of laughs, talent and knowledge, I really enjoy watching your videos.

  • @simonstucki
    @simonstucki 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like the fact that you are working with basic tools on a low workbench! one thing I wanted to mention however, by using wooden nails/pegs (or screws for that matter) for the sides you are not really allowing the wood to move, definitely stronger than just glue in this situation, but by using iron nails you would actually let the wood move a bit because the iron nails can bend. I guess in this situation, with those sides which are still quite narrow and pine, you probably won't run into too much problems though...

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also, softwood moves very little compared to hardwood. I think it will be fine.

  • @larryjones6022
    @larryjones6022 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always thought that speed squares were perfect 90's until I saw on youtube that most were not. I found out that if I drew a line on a piece of wood, then flipped the square over and drew another line there was a difference. Fortunately, there is an easy fix, and all I needed was sandpaper to bring my squares into perfection.

  • @spayced
    @spayced 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing I really like your videos! One thing I suggest for the dowel in the spirit of avoiding extra tools/supplies. You already have a plane, so flip the plane on its back and make the dowel by smoothing the corners of your wood piece across it. With practice this can be done by feel. I make all my dowels that way, since I don't have any steel lying around.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds like a good idea!

  • @gedryan8042
    @gedryan8042 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Rex. I really love your videos! I'm a 1st apprentice carpenter so becoming a patron is out of my financial limits atm but I can't wait until I can set some money aside so I can get full benefit of your skills and entertainment. Cheers

  • @benm5913
    @benm5913 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all your videos man. They are all excellent. I finally found that #5 I've been looking for. Terrible condition, but, I got time to fix it. Thanks again.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm sure you'll do a great job!

  • @joegilbert9729
    @joegilbert9729 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rex, this is great. Keep up the great work brother.

  • @unknownhntr7918
    @unknownhntr7918 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can finally make a dowel maker. The dowel making videos i found never explained if they were using mild steel, thank you

  • @VinlandAlchemist
    @VinlandAlchemist 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sweet build! Basic, functional, fun - not too shabby, Rex! And tons of opportunity for personalization - woodburning pen pyrography, carving, etc. - five stars! ^_^

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely! Make it yours!

  • @edwinleach4013
    @edwinleach4013 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like this project a lot. Thanks for sharing.

  • @abetts123
    @abetts123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Poor man’s tools are my favorite part of Paul sellers videos. Remember the knife wall!!

  • @TheFallorn
    @TheFallorn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a clever hand router!

  • @hassanal-mosawi6049
    @hassanal-mosawi6049 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for showing how and sharing that, well done and good for you

  • @JDeWittDIY
    @JDeWittDIY 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another option for pinning the sides on would be to glue and pin the sides to the bottom with several pins, and add one pin from the sides into the ends, right near the bottom. No glue on the joint between the sides and the ends. To finish it off, add one pin at the top from the sides into the ends. This would go through a slot instead of a hole, and the pin would have a head on it (glue it into a hole in a tiny block. There are a zillion ways to do it, and I like yours too! Thanks for the video!

  • @INVICTUS9100
    @INVICTUS9100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tutorial. Really glad i found you. Thanks for teaching

  • @gnarthdarkanen7464
    @gnarthdarkanen7464 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been binging your content lately (since I found this channel)... MORE really good stuff, Rex!
    It's worth note that among "hand tool wood workers" there's a certain prestige for hand made toolboxes, especially the ones you make or repair and rebuild for your own. I'm not pointing this out simply for encouraging the rebuild either... The practice of a modestly sized and budgeted project like this is great for building and refining skills while accomplishing something useful. AND as you (or anyone) advances, it shows in the workmanship and craft... AND then comes the ambition to add onto the original idea. Tool totes will ALWAYS be a net gain, so there's every reason to revisit and create.
    BTW... I know this is a bit off topic, but I noticed you like planes... AND I'm kinda hoping you're going to get back to those trim planes you bragged about, because I've got a few... AND I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHERE THE DAMN CHIPS ARE SUPPOSED TO COME OUT!!! (laugh at me... I don't mind... hahaha) ;o)

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you mean molding planes?

    • @gnarthdarkanen7464
      @gnarthdarkanen7464 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RexKrueger yeah... (lolz) I've been in the sticks a bit too long, so I've heard them called "trim" most often from old timers...
      Still, too many folks think they're museum pieces or something, so it's hard to get hands on a working model "IRL"... AND the online stuff either has poor visual (so far that I've seen) or dubious language...
      In any case, being facetious counts(?) and I'm sure I'm not the only one who'd appreciate a more detailed look at the Molding Planes and how they're SUPPOSED to work...
      I'll be making my own wedges AND cutters (no shortage of metal though)... in case you feel extra ambitious or intrepid.
      GREATLY appreciate the response, btw. ;o)

  • @alfredneumann4692
    @alfredneumann4692 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My better half would kill me, if i would try to woodwork in the laundry.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, well, the laundry is in my shop. She can deal.

  • @jac.o.blayne
    @jac.o.blayne 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really love these videos man

  • @kitsurubami
    @kitsurubami 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG! That's exactly where all my tools end up too!!!

  • @ecaff9515
    @ecaff9515 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video and process.

  • @boldbeagle6678
    @boldbeagle6678 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love this series. Great work, man.

  • @nightcatarts
    @nightcatarts 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think it's important for beginners to distinguish between a practical item & a decorative one. Things like carriers, shelves, benches, etc. don't have to be perfect because they're going to get bashed up anyway. Save the time taken in perfecting a practical item & use it for perfecting decorative stuff instead, because no piece is ever going to look as good to the creator as to a third party who hasn't noticed every little dent & scratch during the build. It's good to have two separate mindsets for the two different types of end result, & starting out on practical pieces that may not look great but do their job well can do an awful lot for confidence too.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's true. You must separate the decorative and the functional. Put your time where it's needed.

  • @paganathiest6349
    @paganathiest6349 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    coming from a carpenter, roof rafters are great and all, but we use the speed square for literally everything, a good speed square might even have depth gauge so you wouldnt need to take out another tool to get it done. i personally only use a speed square in my woodworking kit as well as i havent found a need yet for anything else, then again i've only done a few projects

  • @artiet5982
    @artiet5982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Only a minute in, but I'm sure- another great video Rex! I'll be making this. Was going to buy another box store tool tote bag, this will defintely be better

    • @artiet5982
      @artiet5982 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      blue tape and super glue. Never seen that. Awesome!

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think you'll like a tote because it can be whatever you want.

  • @JasonMartinson
    @JasonMartinson 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hey rex nice job on that tote on the ends you could use the end pegs to mount some clamps so lol Clampett, Jed ...

  • @flowergrowersmith449
    @flowergrowersmith449 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super video Rex.

  • @NCharlesworth86
    @NCharlesworth86 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    15:20 I removed the blade from my chop saw (my only power tool) a couple months ago to force me to hand saw more. Immediately made a bench hook and shooting board. I'll never go back (i will when im too old to hand saw). I like feeling myself improve

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The bench-hook and shooting board are on the agenda for this series.

  • @russcorbett3923
    @russcorbett3923 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is Awesome and Amazing !!! new project for tomorrow !!!
    Thank You !!!!

  • @markbonham3477
    @markbonham3477 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice lil tote Rex and a fun to watch video however, I'm old and I'm not about to go all hand tools in the rest of this life time but, thanks for sharing!

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Believe me, I was wishing for my bandsaw several times.

  • @TheVirakahScale
    @TheVirakahScale 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The speed squares in my area are like 20-30$. It's kinda nuts. Glad I have a normal Square already!

  • @sthomas7263
    @sthomas7263 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice design

  • @jerryjohnsonii4181
    @jerryjohnsonii4181 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome tool tote Rex !!!!!!!!!!!

  • @GrinfilledCelt
    @GrinfilledCelt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I really enjoy your channel. You have excellent and easy ideas for beginners and explain them well. I'm a hybrid woodworker - halfway between a beginner and a pro with a lot still to learn. I would like to recommend an additional tool that every beginner should have. A Four-in-Hand which is a short, cheap half-round wood rasp with course and fine sections on both sides. These are extremely handy and are good for quickly shaping and smoothing curves and rounding edges so less sandpaper work is required.

    • @gnarthdarkanen7464
      @gnarthdarkanen7464 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are absolutely correct, sir!
      I have "a bunch" of those... BUT I also have a "bunch" of primarily carpentry related tool-boxes, and there's usually one of those rasps in the nearest for whatever type of project I'm working on... ;o)

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      A rasp is on the list, for sure.

    • @jimcarter4929
      @jimcarter4929 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I bought one of those two dollar rasps he showed in this series, out of curiosity and s&g's. Darn thing works good, used to refine tote on Sheldon no. 9 hand plane picked up on E-bay ($7.50), pretty course but worked good for heavy stock removal. I am proably screwing up telling this but their no.9's are a Stanley/Bailey made plane. Not quite as refined as Stanleys, Yoke is not cast, some don"t have a screw to adjust frog, but it is adjustable. With a little tuning they work great and can be picked up cheap.

    • @gnarthdarkanen7464
      @gnarthdarkanen7464 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jimcarter4929 It's worth mention that the mechanism is a "Bailey mechanism"... AND Stanley bought Bailey out sometime after Bailey brought it to market...
      Effectively, this means a LOT of old Bailey Planes have parts that are interchangeable to Stanley's... and vice versa... It's great info' for the restorer who just wants the **** thing to work, instead of a "truly original hardware piece for show"...
      The frog adjustment screw is (to my understanding, which is admittedly limited) there to align the frog assembly and rest with the mouth of the plane as precisely as possible... In early manufacturing, the tolerances were easier to keep loose and make stuff fast, so an adjustment allowed total precision control... and once assembled and tuned, it's not exactly used. You still want it in good shape for the tear-down/clean-up process which should happen from time to time (like once a year?)... but some companies neglected it entirely, and certain "cheaper" planes just didn't have it. They could "work good enough" for the economical value.
      I ended up with a small (3-gallon) bucket of files and rasps... for around $3 (US) and went through the collection with a file card and a liberal slather of phosphoric acid wash... That chemically sharpened them and coated them with "phosphate" crystals which don't dissolve readily in water (they will eventually) so it protects the "teeth" and restores the file... It's a bit tricky, but with the right acidity in solution, it's relatively forgiving if you can get your hands on the stuff. ;o)

    • @jimcarter4929
      @jimcarter4929 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes Stanley bought out Sheldon and started making their planes in Bailey style too.

  • @foo6647
    @foo6647 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you a lot for sharing your knowledge and howto. Have a good life and, if possible, continue the good work.
    A semi load of thanks and encouragemenr. See you some times in the futures or pasts or somewhere else.

  • @northshorepx
    @northshorepx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks great build

  • @onealflynn2414
    @onealflynn2414 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was ambitious and made a close sandbox. First project in 20 years lol

  • @heatherandtimsharp
    @heatherandtimsharp ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m thinking beer catty would be very similar build to this.

  • @jamesharris7868
    @jamesharris7868 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice job mate I enjoyed that

  • @jamesharris7868
    @jamesharris7868 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    need to watch pauls spokeshave build too.Would be perfect for those curves mate

    • @obiwanoberbichler
      @obiwanoberbichler 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      had the exact same thought... :-)

    • @jamesharris7868
      @jamesharris7868 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      obiwanoberbichler I enjoy Rex's videos though he's pretty clever with what he does things the average bloke can make

  • @evilcanofdrpepper
    @evilcanofdrpepper 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You could eventually make a little shelf to fit into the top that has some random things for screwdrivers, chisels , nails, screws, and other little bits and bobs. That wouldn't be too hard and would make it a little more like a standard tool case however It would be better with straight top edges on the side I think. right? It would be easy to make it out of some of the same wood however I challenge you to make it out of scrap wood you get for free like a dresser or book case that someone is throwing out. It would also be cool to see some projects made with some pallets, I know that I have seen some pallets made out of beautiful oak used only once being thrown out, and even if they are a little dirty and stained from being left out in the rain or a rusty puddle then that is just spalting and character.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      evilcanofdrpepper I was thinking about some removable trays for exactly that. I totally might do it!

  • @christopherthompson8609
    @christopherthompson8609 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Imho, the tennens (sp) off of the ends of the handles would be GREAT for holding wrapped bungee cords around/along the handle when they are not in use, but the tool box is, taking them off to wrap around the toolbox itself to minimize spillage when the tools are put up and being transported. Accidental function ftw!

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's a great idea! (tenon, btw.)

  • @reprosser
    @reprosser 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great video. Thanks for the opportunity to support with the plans. Way cheap too. How could I not get them?

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's EXACTLY the reaction I was hoping for!

  • @tinadriskell4469
    @tinadriskell4469 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Had to laugh about the tools being put on your dryer. My husband would give me such a look! I'm a little intimidated, the tote seems complicated, but if you say I can build it, I'll give it a try.

  • @pleappleappleap
    @pleappleappleap 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I prefer using a fender washer for cutting my dowels and pegs.

  • @kd2rdhlarry571
    @kd2rdhlarry571 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are such a tool. I love it!

  • @williamgonsalves2467
    @williamgonsalves2467 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @HBSuccess
    @HBSuccess 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also Rex - the most accurate cheap square you can buy is a plastic drafting triangle. I don’t know how they do it - but any Alvin plastic triangle will be dead nuts square. I have a 12” one ($10) that will get a tablesaw sled as square as the 5-cut method with none of the hassle.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good tip!

    • @jimcarter4929
      @jimcarter4929 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      They don't have registration point though.

  • @tonio909
    @tonio909 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    :38 totally hit home for me LMAO!

  • @kenbair
    @kenbair 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seems like a shallow dado is still a weak end-grain-glued joint. If that base sported three tenons (one over each foot) that were mortised through the end-plates and wedged, the whole structure would be a lot stronger?

  • @maxximumb
    @maxximumb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great project Rex. I'm thinking I might have to have a go at something similar.
    I wonder how feasible it would be to make this with only wooden fixings and not use any glue, nails or screws.
    I was thinking that the base could be secured with a wedged through tenon (It's cool looking joint I only just learnt about). I'm wondering how to fix the sides on without glue on the dowel pins.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do think you could do it. The sides could be dovetails without glue and that wedged thru-tenon would be perfect for the bottom. Do it!

    • @thoperSought
      @thoperSought 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RexKrueger
      you mean like, dovetail the ends of the side pieces into the edges of the pieces that the handle attaches to?

    • @maxximumb
      @maxximumb 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I never thought of dovetails, I forgot they self lock in one direction.

  • @bumrushthewazzhole
    @bumrushthewazzhole 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok....chief I'm ready for patreon. I just did the 30 bux bench..... And although not as good as yours it is frickin awesome. So thanks for that. I desperately needed a simple bench. So how do I support.

  • @Sqwaush
    @Sqwaush 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hey rex, this is available for non patrons (such as me :p) via the Woodwork for Humans playlist.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well, that's something I didn't know. Note to self: add to playlist AFTER premiere!

  • @mrheart4242
    @mrheart4242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can this be made for something like sockets and ratchets like for a mechanic?

  • @zhookeeper
    @zhookeeper 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. Your lumber prices are insanely low compared to Australian .... Cheapest equivalent to your board I can readily get at our "big box store" (Bunnings), is a manufactured finger joined board of our radiata pine, and it would cost about 4 times as much as your board.
    But less wide boards are cheaper and we can improvise and adapt :)

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Woodworking in Aus does seem to be very challenging. Keep at it!

  • @xucaen
    @xucaen 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't understand why pegs solve the problem of the wood expanding and contracting. Can you recommend more reading on the subject?

  • @nachiketmhatre7411
    @nachiketmhatre7411 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Rex, did you do the custom paint job on the two-man saw in the background at 1:40? The one that says "Always measure twice and cut once."

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nope, that was Iron Gordon (check him out on YT and Insta). We did a collaboration on that one. He did the paint, I turned the handle. Look back in my videos; you'll find it.

    • @just-dl
      @just-dl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I believe the full statement is...
      1. Measure twice
      2. Cut once
      3. Swear profusely
      4. Measure correctly
      5. Final cut
      or maybe that's just me....

  • @rodpotts2666
    @rodpotts2666 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    A 10$ spokeshave might be a good tool for wood working for humans. Really enjoying this series.

    • @A1BASE
      @A1BASE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      rod potts personally I’d take a $20 Shinto rasp over a spokeshave any day.
      I’ve no idea why, but that’s one tool that I just can’t make work.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The spokeshave is coming. Promise!

    • @rodpotts2666
      @rodpotts2666 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      A1BASE they both remove material fast which is very satisfying to me for some reason not sure why I enjoy it so much! Lol my 6 yo granddaughter is a boss with a spokeshave ,probably the only one in her school that even knows what that is.

  • @ebridavid179
    @ebridavid179 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    first i want to say think youfor all your great videos.
    in this video you mention it being a very soft wood. is there a way to harden a soft wood post working on it to make it more durable in the long run?
    also is there any way you can make a video talking about different types of jointery techniques such as pegs, dove tale, etc.?

    • @FerretPirate
      @FerretPirate 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's a product that you can get called wood hardener. From what I understand, it's basically a thin resin that penetrates the structure of the wood.

    • @ebridavid179
      @ebridavid179 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FerretPirate does it swell the wood? im assuming it would be good to try and have a soft wood to carve and add the small details and then use the hardener to make it last. would it swell and distort the carvings?

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Wood hardener is totally an option. I used pine b/c it is easy to work. If you want a harder finished product, I suggest a harder wood.

    • @MikkosFree
      @MikkosFree 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Use fire. Shou sugi ban, or japanese wood burning hardens wood and makes the surface water resistant.

  • @pleappleappleap
    @pleappleappleap 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there any reason not to cut dados into the ends to hold the sides?

  • @hermannkaimann9525
    @hermannkaimann9525 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Rex please do a diy workbench vise

    • @benm5913
      @benm5913 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I second this.

    • @jlw35cudvm
      @jlw35cudvm 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Third. I’m trying my hands on a moxon vice. Any tips here would be great

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel like there are a lot of diy vices out there. What should I add? What do you need?

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never made a Moxon vice. I wish you luck!

    • @MikkosFree
      @MikkosFree 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@jlw35cudvm i made my moxon vise using the bar used for dumbbells. It's fast travel thread all the way and all ready has 2 nuts, shaped like an 8 point star so you dont even need to make a separate knob. It opens and locks fast and holds strong.

  • @kamleo1685
    @kamleo1685 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Rex, I forgot to comment about the size of the pegs. For a 1"x12"x8ft board, the thickness is a nominal 3/4". A 1/2" hole leaves less than 1/16" of material on either side. There is not much room for error. The drill bit has to be held perfectly parallel to the sides to prevent a blowout. Going with a 3/8" peg or smaller would provide more leeway.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think you got the math a bit wrong. 3/4-1/2=1/4 1/4 divided by 2 is 1/8, not 1/16. I usually don't nit-pick details like this, but I bored and drove 12 of these with no trouble, so I think the tolerances are just fine.

    • @kamleo1685
      @kamleo1685 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RexKrueger Oops, you are absolutely correct. My apologies.

  • @rahmatsyahpulungan
    @rahmatsyahpulungan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Duuude..where did you learn marketing from.. its just so good.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't think I learned it anywhere, but thanks!

  • @MikkosFree
    @MikkosFree 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Rex, what are the cheapest chisels you can recommend? I hate these CrV chisels.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think all the good, cheap ones are CrV. If you want plain, carbon steel, you might have to go vintage. I often get old chisels (like the ones in this video for a buck, and I have a video on making handles.)

  • @Dikkeboomstam
    @Dikkeboomstam 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    could you make a video on of how to plane board

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hm. There are a lot of those out there already. What would I contribute?

  • @elindred
    @elindred 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What's the purpose of the scallops cut into the sides? Just curious.

  • @hiker64
    @hiker64 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Small suggestion for your plans - For those of us who drive small cars, could you provide the cutting length of the 12' board so it can be carried in smaller sections? Without doing math not sure if a simple cut in the middle at 6' would work. For example, 7' and 5' so the parts could still be cut properly. I bought the plans for this but no way I'm getting a 1x12x12 in my Toyota. Looking forward to more plans and videos. Thank you for sharing your content!
    Also, the tip-sheet on your website that shows an illustration of the box says you need a 12-foot board but your video says you only need an 8' foot board. Yet I notice the widest dimension in the plan is 9" so could you get away with a 10" wide board? Not trying to be picky - Just my first build and want to be sure I understand. :)

  • @deathsmileyinc
    @deathsmileyinc 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    5:16 make sure to put your fingers on top of the saw teeth.

  • @nn2380
    @nn2380 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Will there also be a "Woodworking for Budget Power Tool Humans" series too? ;)

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't know. It's an interesting idea....

    • @A1BASE
      @A1BASE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out Steve Ramsay - wood working for mere mortals. He’s like the power tool equivalent of Rex.
      Nice and down to earth, and just about everything is power tool based but on a budget.
      He’s much more of a fan of pine and plywood than I am, but he’s got some good information in his channel about just getting shit done, safely.

    • @nn2380
      @nn2380 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@A1BASE I like Steve and have watched his videos. That being said, I also like Rex's interesting sense of humor and presentation - I mean we know he has a full complement of power tools from his earlier videos (Sawstop, lathe, etc.), so I'd say he could do two or three series - Humans, Humans Power Tool, and Humans Advanced?

  • @HBSuccess
    @HBSuccess 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I doubt that board was 12” wide. A #2 pine 1x12 s4s (surfaced 4 sides) is 11.25”. Big difference if you actually need a full 12”.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think this one actually was 12 in. The thickness was 3/4, but the other measurements were good. Regardless, the plans reflect the piece of weed I actually bought.

  • @soledude
    @soledude ปีที่แล้ว

    👏👏👏

  • @MrTegidTathal
    @MrTegidTathal 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had horrible luck with hardware store squares. I bought 5 before I got one that was actually square. Just FYI.

    • @PlainsmansCabin
      @PlainsmansCabin 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      MrTegidTathal There are techniques for truing a square. Any square can become out of square. See what happens when one is dropped. Hence, there are ways to correct it.
      th-cam.com/video/FNpAQHrNpNU/w-d-xo.html

    • @MrTegidTathal
      @MrTegidTathal 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PlainsmansCabin yes, but my point was that you can't trust squares without testing them. Even brand new from the big box stores

  • @jeffpotts6187
    @jeffpotts6187 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I gotta warn you - a couple of the speed squares I've gotten from Harbor Freight were not accurate.
    Home Depot is a better source.

    • @thomasarussellsr
      @thomasarussellsr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      All squares of any brand should be checked for square before trusting them, then checked again periodically.
      Metal squares can be filed accurate.

    • @ardvarkkkkk1
      @ardvarkkkkk1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Swansons are always out of square.

  • @Musicpins
    @Musicpins 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ah short video from Paul? are you joking? :D
    J/K I love his videos :)

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      10 minutes is pretty short for Paul. He's a gangster.

    • @jamesharris7868
      @jamesharris7868 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And his poor mans tools work too😂

  • @DanielJAudette
    @DanielJAudette 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    coping saw to cut the curves instead of the rip cuts and chisels?

    • @lotharerkens8154
      @lotharerkens8154 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A Coping saw is not in the tools for the "tools for humans". Rex is show casing what can be done with very simple and inexpensive tools.

    • @DanielJAudette
      @DanielJAudette 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lotharerkens8154 a coping saw is $15.00 Canadian. Very inexpensive tool or $6.00 at harbor freight in the US

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's nothing wrong with a coping saw, but we're adding to the tools slowly in this series and we haven't gotten there yet. With each video, I add a maximum of one tool. This time, it was the square.

  • @jjpg2000
    @jjpg2000 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just after @1:43 it looks like the video glitched. It might have been in the edit.

    • @RexKrueger
      @RexKrueger  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's the edit. I must have said something dumb or unnecessary and cut it out.