I haven't finished the video yet... I just had to stop and say thank you so much for including your cost and Board Footage for this build. If only more woodworkers would do such things.
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking - I believe you are the only U Tuber that has the Integrety to list the cost of materials. Like we couldn’t figure it out anyway. But, it’s much appreciated!
You my friend are by far the best woodworking youtuber out there. But I'm no one important so you can decide how much value to give this compliment. Either way, keep up the great content and videos.
Perfection! Jerry's expression is like, "What do you want Keith?" Cuteness overload for sure! Nice entryway bench, or the bedroom...too awesome for outdoors (wouldn't want birds crapping on that beauty!) Thanks also for Jerry in action and Lola too of course!
I think this is a great skill-builder project: measuring, set-up, repeating your cuts. And I love the finished project. And having done it once you could modify the dimensions to make small tables or stools. Great plan!
Thank you very much, Karen! And you are absolutely right about being able to scale it up or alter for other pieces of furniture as well. Great thinking!
….Another beautiful piece of high-quality furniture created by one of the best furniture makers on TH-cam. I hope one day I may be counted among your ranks.
That is a VERY attractive build. I love chunky furniture. It seems like it will last longer than thinner things. (I'm a 290lb man, I like things that look like they can support me both emotionally AND physically)
love seeing every video you make you are a master at your craft as a DIY woodworker, i can appreciate the extra steps you take to properly do things and how precise you are i also love seeing you use the tools i wish i had LOL
Beautiful bench. If you ever make another one, consider adding a slight curve to the top slats for comfort. This can be easily achieved with a string bow drawn onto an mdf template, then bandsawed and flush trimmed into each slat.
I can't wait to get back to woodworking, I miss it so much! Great video KJ and beautiful bench kind sir! I love the fact that you took so much time to make sure that even your outdoor furniture is flawless. Perfection is only achieved by those who strive to achieve it.....and you achieve it on every project you share with us. Thanks KJ.
Your videos are the best. The mix of amazing woodworking and witty comments are great. I find it a shame all your videos don’t get the millions of views those couple got. Getting rid of “Senior gappo” was so funny but also showed how prestige your work is
Thanks a lot, Matt! I really appreciate the support and the kind words. Unfortunately, you just can't control how successful videos are, but that won't stop me from posting! More on the way!
Thanks Kev!! 👍 And thanks for watching! I'm interested in the longevity of the finish as well. But let's be honest, even if it doesn't hold up, I'm unlikely to refinish it. 😬😂
I think so! Sapele mahogany is rot resistant, so shouldn't be any issue there. However, with the intense weather, any finish applied will most likely need to be refreshed every 1-2 years.
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Oddly enough, my local Woodsmith Store only has it in 6/4. But…my local cabinetry lumber store can get 8/4 shipped up by next Friday from their home office! The bench will be a present for my first grandson (due in September). Going to carve his name in the stretcher. Where did you get your 321 setup block (is it a Woodpecker 1x2x4?)? Sorry for another question, but I’m looking at Ramon Valdez’ dock for my DF500. Do you find this device pretty helpful? I can really see it’s value in doing smaller pieces.
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Thanks Keith! Bought your plans and will order my sapele this week. Help with the math behind making your dado stack 13/16” instead of 3/4”. I assume it’s so you’ll have a smidgen of overlap on your second pass, but I’m not sure. 13/16” dado stack + 3/4” stop block + 1/32” shim? Do I have that right? Thanks Keith!
@@michaelschmidt8968 Correct! I wanted a little bit of overlap. And yes, you're measurements are correct in theory, but that's if all your lumber is milled exactly as mine. Just make sure you do test cuts first. And thanks for purchasing the plans. Good luck!
Beautiful bench. Any chance you could do a follow up video later on that shows how well that Sapele Mahogany holds up in the weather? I'm really curious how it wears.
Thanks! Well, I’m guessing it will need at least a full year of going through the seasons before any noticeable wear takes place. But feel free to remind me next summer to see how it’s holding up!
Nice!! I might add Sapele to my to-do list for a shower bench Idea I have, I'm currently building a house and will have a decent-sized shower to have one in. I'll have to consider grabbing your plan as well.
Hi Keith just found your channel (after watching some alcoholic moth guy) any woodworker that has a cat wandering through their workshop is an automatic sub for me. It also helps when he/she/they have some great content. Now I have to do some binge watching. 👍 😎
Another great video. Amazing job. You have to be the undisputed king of home made jigs. Oh and btw. Looks like mini Keith has been using Keeps! Kidding. Love the video and as always entertaining.
Wow, thanks! I do love me some jigs...preferably ones that aren't single use, though 😂. And mini Keith's hair game is strong. Very strong. Looks like he got the good genetics...
You did an awesome job on that bench Keith! I use that finish a lot and really like it ! 👍🏻 I think Jerry just wanted to get up high so he could keep his eyes 👀 on you! 😁 Thank you for sharing!
Oh cool! Glad you are a fan of that finish as well. I was super impressed with how well it sprayed. And oh yes, Jerry sees all from his throne in the sky 😹
i bet most ppl wont do all that notching but simply spaced them apart & screw it together , its what sets you apart , a nice "simple" project that looks great ... i like seeing sleepy heads jerry & lola
Thanks man! It could certainly be done that way if people would prefer that method. I would just make the slats and stretcher thinner to maintain proportion. It wouldn't be as strong, but would be easier and still functional. 👍
Beautiful work once again! Used to spray paint in a guitar workshop a lot … makes me think that spraying in between the slats is some serious skill! Well done, looks really lovely :)
Thanks Sebastian! I was able to adjust the nozzle to be more localized pattern so I could get in those slats, but any smaller of a gap and it would have been a bit of a struggle 😂
Just subscribed with the NPH video as suggested by Jason. Great content and editing skills. I had a cat that looked very much like your gray one. Mine was a tuxedo though mixed with a white diamond on his chest, tips of his paws and just a touch on the nose. Best cat I ever owned. Thought he was a dog.
You always have nice designs, and good construction explanations, and no silly arty dolly shots eith the camera or dumb music, which somehow despite Casey Neistat using it seven years sgo, they still think it's relevent. Interesting cost between hard and softwoods is narrowing. It's all expensive but hardwood compsrstively less.
Thanks so much! I greatly appreciate the feedback. Sometimes I wish my footage was more cinematic and then I realize that's a lot more work for little reward 😜. Thanks for your support!
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Ok, maybe two, but there’s a lot of wood waste making guitars. Not saying my video skills are nearly as good as yours but if you have a moment to check mine making an all maple guitar I’d really appreciate it.
New subscriber, thanks for the video. I watched another video on how to build one of there the other day and it sparked my interest. I have to say, I was shocked on how much the wood cost for this. Pretty much makes it a 400$ bench. Gosh, I wish I had a domino but it’s not in the budget right now. Nor do I want to buy/ use a dado blade. There an obvious work around on the dado but wondering what you you recommend in place of the domino. I will have one down the road but have other necessities to buy before I spend over 1k on this dang tool.
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I haven't finished the video yet... I just had to stop and say thank you so much for including your cost and Board Footage for this build. If only more woodworkers would do such things.
you're welcome! Sometimes I forget how much things actually cost until I add it all up!
Strongly agree - Thank you!
@@jghartje You got it! Will definitely try to do this on all projects when possible.
I agree with this entirely.
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking - I believe you are the only U Tuber that has the Integrety to list the cost of materials. Like we couldn’t figure it out anyway. But, it’s much appreciated!
More Jerry and Lola! Gorgeous bench, Keith.
Check out my latest video…they are front and center 😹 th-cam.com/video/6MoneD1p53g/w-d-xo.html
It’s so perfect its like you hooked Sketchup to a wood printer
😂😜 Now wouldn't that be something!! Thanks Andrew!
I make outdoor furniature. Benches, arbors, planters etc... So these videos always get my full attention, That being said, It's time to watch!
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
You my friend are by far the best woodworking youtuber out there. But I'm no one important so you can decide how much value to give this compliment.
Either way, keep up the great content and videos.
Wow, thank you!! And I DO appreciate that! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. 🙏👊
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking I think you and Jason need to have a woodworking cage fight!
Beautiful
Thanks very much!
Always a pleasure watching your videos 👍👍
So nice of you! Thanks for watching!
Keith you are the modern age Norm Abram........ but waaaaaaaaaaaay funnier!!!! Love the videos
Dang!! Thanks Rodney! I appreciate the kind words 🙌🏻
Can't wait for the best woodworking volume 2!!
Oh right! I need to get on that! Thanks for the reminder 👍
Son of a bench… that was great!
😂 Thank you!
Great commentary!!! Keep up this type of video because your voice over is perfect!!!
Wow, thanks! I really appreciate the feedback, Shawn!
Perfection! Jerry's expression is like, "What do you want Keith?" Cuteness overload for sure! Nice entryway bench, or the bedroom...too awesome for outdoors (wouldn't want birds crapping on that beauty!) Thanks also for Jerry in action and Lola too of course!
Thanks so much! 😊And yes, Jerry certainly has his moods...that's why we call him Ol Grizz because he can be as grumpy as an old grizzly bear 😂
So glad you put a clear coat on that. I never understood the preference for natural weathering turning that lovely material silvery.
I like the weathered gray look...and putting a finish on just guarantees annual maintenance of freshening up the finish. 😜
Pretty dang nice sir! Always a pleasure to find a KJCW video in my que. Thanks for posting.
Right on, Jeff!! I appreciate it. And thanks for watching! 👍
Yet, another fine video!!!! Love the work you do, it's very inspirational!!!
Thank you so much 😀
Thank you so much 😀
Did I miss the “TOTAL BOAT BABY!” I was actually looking forward to that, which is kinda weird. I really enjoy your content!!!
😂 Unfortunately, this video came out right before "TotalBoat BABY!" became a worldwide phenomenon 😜
I think I actually might build this bench for myself. It’s a sexy design.
Oh nice! Hopefully you can decipher the plans 😜👊
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking man, I dont speak JPanese lol
What a gorgeous bench…love that finish. And such excellent precision throughout the process. Wow.
Thank you very much!
Sapele is so nice looking!
😁😁
Everything you build is amazing
Thank you very much!! 🙌
Excellent! Brilliant! Very im ... "bench-press" ... ive!
Keep 'er lit Bro!
😂😜 Thanks Ivan!!
Love how it looks
Thanks Olivier! I greatly appreciate it 🙏 👍
Looks amazing Keith 👍🏻😉
Thanks very much, Anders!!
I think this is a great skill-builder project: measuring, set-up, repeating your cuts. And I love the finished project. And having done it once you could modify the dimensions to make small tables or stools. Great plan!
Thank you very much, Karen! And you are absolutely right about being able to scale it up or alter for other pieces of furniture as well. Great thinking!
Nice works Keith 👌
Thank you, Jose!! 🙏👍
"Crack'em open like a couple of frozen hamburgers"
I see that you, too, have endured the struggle... brother.
😂😆 the frozen pucked meat struggle is real!
But all pain is forgotten when you slather on the Astra coating right Keith?
@@andrhamm But of course! LOL.
lol Man I chuckled myself. thats what I had for dinner the night I watched this
….Another beautiful piece of high-quality furniture created by one of the best furniture makers on TH-cam. I hope one day I may be counted among your ranks.
Wow, thank you! That's very kind 🙏👍
Outstanding. Thank you
You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Gorgeous!!!
Thank you Ted! Cheers!
Simple yet beautiful.
Thank you! 😊
Great bench. Great video
Thanks man!! 🙌🏻
That is a VERY attractive build. I love chunky furniture. It seems like it will last longer than thinner things. (I'm a 290lb man, I like things that look like they can support me both emotionally AND physically)
😂 I think this one is plenty strong to support a couple of linebackers. I'm more concerned about the local birds pooping all over it.
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking 🤣always a nuisance.
Keith i love the design and joinery. Thanks for another great video.
Thanks man! Glad you dig it! I appreciate the comment 👍🏻
Excellent work, again. - finally in this video I figured out who your voice reminded me of. Bet you could do a great Kevin McDonald impersonation.
I'd say thanks, but I have no idea who that is! 😂
He voiced Pleakly in Lilo and Stitch, and I believe he was in Kids in the Hall. 😂
love seeing every video you make
you are a master at your craft
as a DIY woodworker, i can appreciate the extra steps you take to properly do things and how precise you are
i also love seeing you use the tools i wish i had LOL
Thanks so much!! That’s very kind 🙏🏻👍🏻
Beautiful bench. If you ever make another one, consider adding a slight curve to the top slats for comfort. This can be easily achieved with a string bow drawn onto an mdf template, then bandsawed and flush trimmed into each slat.
It’s actually quite comfortable 👍🏻😎
Always inspiring. Thanks
Thank you! 🙏🏻
Beautiful work as always my friend. Really dug the sled you built for that. Awesome.
Thanks so much! Hopefully I will be able to use it on another project and won't just sit in the barn like some other one trick ponies I've made. 👍
Awesome work as always
Thank you! Cheers!
Beautiful work
Thanks very much! 🙏🏻👍🏻
I can't wait to get back to woodworking, I miss it so much! Great video KJ and beautiful bench kind sir! I love the fact that you took so much time to make sure that even your outdoor furniture is flawless. Perfection is only achieved by those who strive to achieve it.....and you achieve it on every project you share with us. Thanks KJ.
Too kind!! Thanks YOU so much! I super appreciate it, Justin. Really hope you can get back in the shop soon!! 👊
This was one of your ‘simpler’ projects, but man it was still beautiful and detailed! Probably my favorite video yet!
Very cool!! Thanks very much! It took just about 3 days, so one of my quickest builds, too 😜
That is beautiful!
Thank you! Cheers!
Great job as always
Thank you! Cheers!
Beautiful work!
Thank you so much, Jeff!! 😀👊
Your videos are the best. The mix of amazing woodworking and witty comments are great. I find it a shame all your videos don’t get the millions of views those couple got. Getting rid of “Senior gappo” was so funny but also showed how prestige your work is
Thanks a lot, Matt! I really appreciate the support and the kind words. Unfortunately, you just can't control how successful videos are, but that won't stop me from posting! More on the way!
Looks great man.
Thank you! Cheers!
Looks really good!
Thanks very much, Alexander!! 👍
Really good job… very well done
Thank you so much 😀
Beautiful bench!
Thank you!!
Great video Keith 👍
Thanks very much!! 👍
"Like a couple of frozen hamburgers" hahaha I love your videos man, so glad your uploading more content, keep it up! Much love from Mexico city!
Glad you like them! More content on the way!
Loved the forearm shot XD
😂 Gotta embrace it!! 😜
NICE!!!!!
Thanks!!
Soooooo good so beautiful 👍👍💯
Thank you so much 😊
Very nice.
Thank you!
Great design, great video. A home run, Keith. Interested in how the finish holds up over time. Looks like quality stuff. Beautiful work, friend!
Thanks Kev!! 👍 And thanks for watching! I'm interested in the longevity of the finish as well. But let's be honest, even if it doesn't hold up, I'm unlikely to refinish it. 😬😂
Beautiful project! Loved the explanation and clarity of the sled you made to nail these dados. So simple but completes the task perfectly!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback, Luke!
Beautiful Craftsmanship
Thanks very much! 👍
Every time you said "notches" I replied "buenos noches" and went to sleep. I didn't. But it amused me.
😂😹 I'm dying. That's hilarious. Glad I could impart a giggle or two.
Great work Keith you make it look so easy and efficient !! I may have to make one of those myself
Thanks Roger!! I really appreciate it. And I encourage you to give it a go!
Your work always looks so satisfying and clean as it comes together. Great video and I love the design!
Thank you so much, Matt! Super appreciate it 👍 😀
Marvelous
Thanks very much!
Great job! Bench looks awesome and will probably last two lifetimes! ☺️
Thank you sir!! Let's see what Mother Nature has to say about that 😜😂
Beautiful, Keith! Nicely done! 😃
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thanks, you too!
Great video! Do you think this project could withstand the Arizona sun, heat, dry, switch to monsoon rain, humidity . . . rinse, repeat?
I think so! Sapele mahogany is rot resistant, so shouldn't be any issue there. However, with the intense weather, any finish applied will most likely need to be refreshed every 1-2 years.
Looks great. Finding 8/4 sapele locally will be a challenge for me, but I plan to build this. Thanks for an inspirational project & video.
Thanks very much, Michael! Best of luck finding the material you need! 👍
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Oddly enough, my local Woodsmith Store only has it in 6/4. But…my local cabinetry lumber store can get 8/4 shipped up by next Friday from their home office! The bench will be a present for my first grandson (due in September). Going to carve his name in the stretcher. Where did you get your 321 setup block (is it a Woodpecker 1x2x4?)? Sorry for another question, but I’m looking at Ramon Valdez’ dock for my DF500. Do you find this device pretty helpful? I can really see it’s value in doing smaller pieces.
@@michaelschmidt8968 great! You can use any machinists 1-2-3 block. And yes, the Valdez Domino Dock is fantastic!
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Thanks Keith! Bought your plans and will order my sapele this week. Help with the math behind making your dado stack 13/16” instead of 3/4”. I assume it’s so you’ll have a smidgen of overlap on your second pass, but I’m not sure. 13/16” dado stack + 3/4” stop block + 1/32” shim? Do I have that right? Thanks Keith!
@@michaelschmidt8968 Correct! I wanted a little bit of overlap. And yes, you're measurements are correct in theory, but that's if all your lumber is milled exactly as mine. Just make sure you do test cuts first. And thanks for purchasing the plans. Good luck!
Such exquisite work, as always! You had me rolling with your frozen burger patty analogy. 😅
😂 Thanks man! Brought back some childhood memories with that one! 😜
Killer work my friend and awesome video, love your content!!! @Ozarkbuilds
Thanks dude!! Much appreciated 🙌🏻
Beautiful bench. Any chance you could do a follow up video later on that shows how well that Sapele Mahogany holds up in the weather? I'm really curious how it wears.
Thanks! Well, I’m guessing it will need at least a full year of going through the seasons before any noticeable wear takes place. But feel free to remind me next summer to see how it’s holding up!
Hi Keith, nice video! And a quick reminder for the question how the Sapele Mahogany wears. I am curious too.
This is way too beautiful
Thank you 🙏🏻
This looks Amazing!
Thanks Joel !!
Nice!! I might add Sapele to my to-do list for a shower bench Idea I have, I'm currently building a house and will have a decent-sized shower to have one in. I'll have to consider grabbing your plan as well.
Awesome! Thanks! And congrats on the new house!!
Beautiful!
Thanks so much, Jill! 😊🙌
Excellent work on this one, Keith! Keep killing it!
Thanks Eric! Super appreciate the support! 👊
Bel lavoro, come sempre!
Grazie! 🙏🙏🙏
🙏💪😎
Fit confirmed!
😜👊
I want some of that Wood!
It's definitely a nice wood to work with!!
Hi Keith just found your channel (after watching some alcoholic moth guy) any woodworker that has a cat wandering through their workshop is an automatic sub for me. It also helps when he/she/they have some great content. Now I have to do some binge watching. 👍 😎
😂That's awesome man! Thanks for stumbling over here. 😜I really appreciate the sub and hope you enjoy the content!
Another great video. Amazing job. You have to be the undisputed king of home made jigs. Oh and btw. Looks like mini Keith has been using Keeps! Kidding. Love the video and as always entertaining.
Wow, thanks! I do love me some jigs...preferably ones that aren't single use, though 😂. And mini Keith's hair game is strong. Very strong. Looks like he got the good genetics...
Oh ya. He’s looking good. Single use jigs are a pain but we need this evtoo
@@scottsevigny697 Absolutely. And I actually enjoy making the jigs, especially when they work. LOL.
great stuff, dude!
Thank you very much!! 🙏🏻👍🏻
You did an awesome job on that bench Keith! I use that finish a lot and really like it ! 👍🏻 I think Jerry just wanted to get up high so he could keep his eyes 👀 on you! 😁 Thank you for sharing!
Oh cool! Glad you are a fan of that finish as well. I was super impressed with how well it sprayed. And oh yes, Jerry sees all from his throne in the sky 😹
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking - Does he ever attack you from above like the Mountain Lion he really is?
i bet most ppl wont do all that notching but simply spaced them apart & screw it together , its what sets you apart , a nice "simple" project that looks great ... i like seeing sleepy heads jerry & lola
Thanks man! It could certainly be done that way if people would prefer that method. I would just make the slats and stretcher thinner to maintain proportion. It wouldn't be as strong, but would be easier and still functional. 👍
Great bench! Love it
Thank you! I appreciate it!
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking I’ve heard Sepele weathers nicely, silvering (a bit like Cedar?) ..
@@Brad-cq5wr Yes, that's correct!!
Boa noite amigo, belíssimo trabalho, Parabéns! 👏👏👏👏👏👏
🙏🙏👍😎
Beautiful work once again! Used to spray paint in a guitar workshop a lot … makes me think that spraying in between the slats is some serious skill! Well done, looks really lovely :)
Thanks Sebastian! I was able to adjust the nozzle to be more localized pattern so I could get in those slats, but any smaller of a gap and it would have been a bit of a struggle 😂
Gorgeous work!
(And it’s champing at the bit… just FYI.)
Thanks! And my wife has been riding horse for 30 years...those phrases are interchangeable.
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Dang! Touché!
@@alexander_cp LOL! Giddy up!
1 minute into your video and i subscribed. I love the fact you gave exact pricing on the wood. Most say they got it for free or "found it ".
Awesome! Thank you! And I appreciate the feedback on the pricing. It seems to be quite a popular feature 😂
Just subscribed with the NPH video as suggested by Jason. Great content and editing skills. I had a cat that looked very much like your gray one. Mine was a tuxedo though mixed with a white diamond on his chest, tips of his paws and just a touch on the nose. Best cat I ever owned. Thought he was a dog.
Thanks so much for the sub and the kind words! So great to hear about your cat! I don’t know what we would do without these two gray chuckleheads 😹
Great video Keith! Love this. So skilled.
Thanks Nick! Much appreciated dude 👊
You always have nice designs, and good construction explanations, and no silly arty dolly shots eith the camera or dumb music, which somehow despite Casey Neistat using it seven years sgo, they still think it's relevent. Interesting cost between hard and softwoods is narrowing. It's all expensive but hardwood compsrstively less.
Thanks so much! I greatly appreciate the feedback. Sometimes I wish my footage was more cinematic and then I realize that's a lot more work for little reward 😜. Thanks for your support!
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Substance over style here
@@planespeaking That's a nice way to put it! Thanks!
Nice bench. Looks strong enough for an elephant to practice doing back flips on.
I can confirm that is true. I had it tested. 😂
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking AH HA, just as I thought. lol
The best video
🙏🏻👍🏻😎
Aww... mate! the amount of guitars I could make with that sapele...
It would be one, but a very good one.
😂 Sounds like one large guitar!!
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Ok, maybe two, but there’s a lot of wood waste making guitars. Not saying my video skills are nearly as good as yours but if you have a moment to check mine making an all maple guitar I’d really appreciate it.
HeyWild Man, Love this build! Nice design. Thanks for the advice on the finish! Are you old enough to remember “The Halcyon Blues”?
Thanks MJ!! Halcyon Blues? Hmmm....either I'm not old enough or my memory is that bad. 😂
@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Well if you took any Halcyon you might not remember!
Ficou top demais 👍👍👍👍🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷
Thanks!
Freakin gorgeous. Going to need to bookmark this design for when I’m ready to make some outdoor benches.
Awesome! Thanks Matthew! 👊🏻
I just need to know where to find Baltic birch plywood around that PA New Jersey Delaware area
Did you Google Baltic Birch suppliers or ask your local lumberyard if they can bring it in for you?
New subscriber, thanks for the video. I watched another video on how to build one of there the other day and it sparked my interest. I have to say, I was shocked on how much the wood cost for this. Pretty much makes it a 400$ bench. Gosh, I wish I had a domino but it’s not in the budget right now. Nor do I want to buy/ use a dado blade. There an obvious work around on the dado but wondering what you you recommend in place of the domino. I will have one down the road but have other necessities to buy before I spend over 1k on this dang tool.
thanks for the sub, Shayne! Dowels work well in place of dominos, or old fashioned mortise and tenon would work great as well!