As a life-long furniture maker myself, from a furniture making family, I have to say that is an excellent design, manufacture and assembly process. Excellent trade tricks used in there, like letting the seat expand/contract by leaving them whole and cutting allowances in the legs for movement.
Your Dad was quite the craftsman. I've enjoyed all of the creative things he made that you have shown us over the years. Looks like the acorn didn't fall too far from the tree either!
Just bought the plans and I really do intend to make them. I have watched many chair making videos and there is a skill level required that is above mine, at the moment. That is to knock your design. On the contrary, it is a compliment. You have shown how to make a good looking chair that is functional, strong and more simple to make. Thank you.
From what I’ve seen over the years, you are a man of function over form. It’s nice to see you build these beautiful chairs your father designed. I’m sure your children will learn to make them just as well. Thank you for sharing Matthias.
something about the VO on this one was very reminiscent of your older videos for some reason, but I couldn't put my finger on it. Nice build, nice design!
I think it comes from the longer format of furniture builds. More pauses between spoken parts to wait for one scene to end and the next to begin. Plus mixing the voice over top of different kinds of machine noises.
I noticed it too. His older videos have him talking on camera just using the camera mic, then the VO using some cheap mic. That's what I heard on this one too.
I've been watching Matthias' videos for years. They're always interesting and no nonsense. I'd love to see someone pay him to do some Norm Abram style woodworking shows one day.
You showed a trick I always do on the jointer - bracing your wrist against the fence. The wood could kick out violently and your fingers still wouldn't touch the cutter. That pantorouter dust collection is impressive. When I use my pantorouter, it turns my shop into a snow globe!
Seeing your fantastic workshop makes me feel a little depressed ... I need to update mine for my upcoming projects. It's always a pleasure to see your videos anyway.
Great to see to tackling projects again, and something new and difficult. I've made a couple of simple barstool style Adirondack chair which were difficult enough, they have nothing on doing chairs with bent backs, and many mortises.
I love your 'old' website. I have spent quite a bit of time over the years reading all the old articles and looking at all the pictures. If you find more please let us know on here!
I love how honest you are about some things....."to be honest, I was surprised it works at all". This is a good project. I haven't been brave enough to build a chair, yet.
it also wouldn't be Matthias if it weren't for making high quality furniture that you can jump on, but it's stuff that's in your grandma's house with a complete absence of aesthetics. He has no clue. A dork to his core.
@Harry M There's also something called a "trope". Basically the most obvious, the most stereotypical, the thing you've seen a million times. There's nothing wrong with that. But it's like furniture you would get at Ashley furniture, or any other chain in middle america. And you're right, aesthetics is subjective... but I think in this case it's the lack of aesthetics... he's literally not thinking about aesthetics at all, and therefor ends up with the banal, commonplace, every-kitchen .... just "chair". My best friend (who's no longer with us rip Carlo) was very matthias like. A fricking genius. But didn't really think outside of the box with aesthetics.. or think about that subject much at all.
Matthias, I wished your dad could watch this. Excellent work! Only the seat could be more formed by nature… but that stops visitors hanging arround too long…
Those are very nice chairs. I can't tell how many chairs you have or have made. I know if I made a chair my wife would ask me to make 8 more. Then when I finish the 8 chairs she'd ask me if I can make 2 more! I trust these chairs have Rachael's blessing!!
Well, its not a surprise at all, but again here you have made a wonderful tutorial. And its also a huge editing work from your side, for all of us to know the techniques, tips and tricks... In a very condensed result. Many thanks. I truly appreciate it. 👏👏👏👏Most complex seemed builts turns affordable for me with these videos.
Beautiful chairs Matthias. The last few projects I have done I have also made a prototype out of spruce, it cuts down on mistakes in the more expensive hardwoods, and helps sort out order of operations and joinery techniques for me.
Beautiful construction, and I love the design. The attention to the back support for tilting is a great idea! I've had to fix that joint on a few chairs more than a number of times, and I'll try that next time. A personal opinion on the seat, it feels a little too bulky/square against the really nice curves you managed to work in everywhere else.
I can't believe you didn't use pocket holes lol lol. After seeing your Dads tools and seeing what you do with wooden tools homemade he definitely lives in you
That's really good furniture! While watching this video I have been trying to imagine the methods your father may have used for this. He definitely had no pantorouter, but I guess he could have used a horizontal boring machine.
Glad to see you back it again Matthias! ! missed not see your expertise and fun videos, always learn things and get entertained at the same time. (end chair Gymnastics) thanks for sharing
Pretty fantastic work, Matthias! The chairs look amazing! 😃 About cardstock, I totally agree! I've been using it for a while already! Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
I think this is the first video where I’ve noticed him pronouncing his name. I’ve heard multiple different pronunciations by other youtubers and never knew what was right. Thanks for doing that.
Nice chairs, thanks for posting. I made some and they came out WAY too heavy (30 lbs) I have studied yours for where to cut out a few pounds. Nice job, great build.
As a life-long furniture maker myself, from a furniture making family, I have to say that is an excellent design, manufacture and assembly process. Excellent trade tricks used in there, like letting the seat expand/contract by leaving them whole and cutting allowances in the legs for movement.
Those chair gymnastics at the end really give confidence toward your craftsmanship, good work as usual!
Gorgeous chairs. Really like the design of these
"Just so you know, I noticed that too." lol
Classic Matthias...i love it :D
loved that comment, haha
This comment along with "Got 4 legs that are vaguely similar." Good stuff! HaHa!
The loose fitting open shirt is what I noticed lol
I notice that Mathias is one good looking man...
The most amazing thing “besides the actual work” is making the video with original machines sound, no bothering music
Thanks
Your Dad was quite the craftsman. I've enjoyed all of the creative things he made that you have shown us over the years. Looks like the acorn didn't fall too far from the tree either!
It's always nice to see a professional at work. It's quite relaxing and you can always learn something from each video.
Just bought the plans and I really do intend to make them. I have watched many chair making videos and there is a skill level required that is above mine, at the moment. That is to knock your design. On the contrary, it is a compliment. You have shown how to make a good looking chair that is functional, strong and more simple to make. Thank you.
Sorry, I mis-typed. That is NOT to knock your design. I need to better edit my emails. Sorry.
From what I’ve seen over the years, you are a man of function over form. It’s nice to see you build these beautiful chairs your father designed. I’m sure your children will learn to make them just as well. Thank you for sharing Matthias.
something about the VO on this one was very reminiscent of your older videos for some reason, but I couldn't put my finger on it. Nice build, nice design!
I think it comes from the longer format of furniture builds. More pauses between spoken parts to wait for one scene to end and the next to begin. Plus mixing the voice over top of different kinds of machine noises.
I noticed it too. His older videos have him talking on camera just using the camera mic, then the VO using some cheap mic. That's what I heard on this one too.
I've been watching Matthias' videos for years. They're always interesting and no nonsense. I'd love to see someone pay him to do some Norm Abram style woodworking shows one day.
Return wooden chairs & walkers RM RM 237 i need my wooden chair ASAP!
Nice work, I think a lot of people would like this type of content, hope it will be recomended more often.
It isn't because "subscriber interest is lower than usual" for this video, according to analytics.
One of the finest carpenters on the fence. I love your channel very much because it taught me carpentry
You showed a trick I always do on the jointer - bracing your wrist against the fence. The wood could kick out violently and your fingers still wouldn't touch the cutter. That pantorouter dust collection is impressive. When I use my pantorouter, it turns my shop into a snow globe!
Seeing your fantastic workshop makes me feel a little depressed ... I need to update mine for my upcoming projects. It's always a pleasure to see your videos anyway.
Great to see to tackling projects again, and something new and difficult. I've made a couple of simple barstool style Adirondack chair which were difficult enough, they have nothing on doing chairs with bent backs, and many mortises.
That's an amazing way to honor your Dad. Really nice Matthias. Cheers! C
And when I thought 2020 ran out of surprises, I see Matthias using a lathe.
In next video, how to make the same chairs with pocket holes.
@@SamoMalo2 that would be interesting, just to see how easily it fails to the testing.
@@SamoMalo2 I don't think we, as a society, are ready to handle something like that yet
Atleast he is doing some wood working again. That's suprising
Making a chair looks like a lot of work, but some of your custom made tools seem to make it a bit easier, nice work!
A lot of work, yes. Just the varnishing and sanding.. Phew. And I'm amazed the pieces all fit together.
It's notable (and perhaps a bit sweet) how so many of Matthias' special tools allow him to rapidly produce his father's style of furniture.
No no : “rapidly” is relative.
I love your 'old' website. I have spent quite a bit of time over the years reading all the old articles and looking at all the pictures. If you find more please let us know on here!
I’m really grad your shoulder issues of a few years ago appear to have subsided. Thank for sharing your showtime with us.
Thank you for walking us through the entire process. That includes you changes mid-construction changes and the reasons why you made the changes.
I love how honest you are about some things....."to be honest, I was surprised it works at all". This is a good project. I haven't been brave enough to build a chair, yet.
it wouldn't be a Matthias Wandel youtube video if he's not jumping/standing on the furniture :D
it also wouldn't be Matthias if it weren't for making high quality furniture that you can jump on, but it's stuff that's in your grandma's house with a complete absence of aesthetics. He has no clue. A dork to his core.
@Harry M There's also something called a "trope". Basically the most obvious, the most stereotypical, the thing you've seen a million times. There's nothing wrong with that. But it's like furniture you would get at Ashley furniture, or any other chain in middle america. And you're right, aesthetics is subjective... but I think in this case it's the lack of aesthetics... he's literally not thinking about aesthetics at all, and therefor ends up with the banal, commonplace, every-kitchen .... just "chair". My best friend (who's no longer with us rip Carlo) was very matthias like. A fricking genius. But didn't really think outside of the box with aesthetics.. or think about that subject much at all.
Great video Matthias, It feels like the old days.
Probably one of the most interesting woodworkers on youtube i think. I enjoy coming here👍
Matthias, I wished your dad could watch this. Excellent work! Only the seat could be more formed by nature… but that stops visitors hanging arround too long…
Amazing work on the lathe. Pretty unbelievable.
great to see you back building things.
The chairs look great. Well done.
Wow I'm glad to see you bust out the lathe, and glad to see some fun projects as well.
Beautiful work Matthias! thanks for sharing
Those are very nice chairs. I can't tell how many chairs you have or have made. I know if I made a chair my wife would ask me to make 8 more. Then when I finish the 8 chairs she'd ask me if I can make 2 more! I trust these chairs have Rachael's blessing!!
Yes, and the kids now insist on sitting on *new* chairs at supper time.
I missed videos like that from you. Greeting's from Poland!
Building chairs was not the project I expected when you're operating on limited shop time. Nice job, looks great!
well, it took long enough!
Great design. Great chairs.
Awesome job. Very well designed and constructed.
I love all the various jump tests, really shows the strength and quality of the work.
I especially liked the quality control in the end.
Nice work I like the look of the oak back chairs the best.
You are amazing Matthias!
Awesome work! They really look beautiful! 🤍❤🤍❤🤍❤
Well, its not a surprise at all, but again here you have made a wonderful tutorial. And its also a huge editing work from your side, for all of us to know the techniques, tips and tricks... In a very condensed result. Many thanks. I truly appreciate it. 👏👏👏👏Most complex seemed builts turns affordable for me with these videos.
Beautiful chairs Matthias. The last few projects I have done I have also made a prototype out of spruce, it cuts down on mistakes in the more expensive hardwoods, and helps sort out order of operations and joinery techniques for me.
It's a pleasure to watch you work, Matthias! "Like" button is not even close, it should be - "love it"!
Very nice chairs Matthias!
I'd trust a Matthias Wandel tested chair with my life
Excellent work!
Amazing work, Matthias! No small feat. Respects from Guelph.
Outstanding effort.
As always, very nice work. Your homemade power tools amaze me as do your shop drawings.
Beautiful construction, and I love the design. The attention to the back support for tilting is a great idea! I've had to fix that joint on a few chairs more than a number of times, and I'll try that next time.
A personal opinion on the seat, it feels a little too bulky/square against the really nice curves you managed to work in everywhere else.
Great job on these!
Looking so sturdy
I can't believe you didn't use pocket holes lol lol. After seeing your Dads tools and seeing what you do with wooden tools homemade he definitely lives in you
So good. Matthias you rock!
Love the chairs, keep up the good work!
Beautiful work! Enjoyed every minute.
That's so much work. Wow.
I liked your router table fence setup !!
Glad you are back,
I loved this build, really beautiful.
Amazing job i love that Cahir, hope to see more of this type of project.
You make woodworking seem so easy.
Great video. I love how those chairs look.
This is the kind of videos I missed from you...
That's really good furniture! While watching this video I have been trying to imagine the methods your father may have used for this. He definitely had no pantorouter, but I guess he could have used a horizontal boring machine.
hoiraontal boring machine (langlochbormaschine) and tenon cutting on the shaper.
That’s a good looking chair!
I bet someone from the year 1890 would love to have one of these chairs!
I always enjoy your videos
Good to see you building again! Always great projects and videos
Glad to see you back it again Matthias! ! missed not see your expertise and fun videos, always learn things and get entertained at the same time. (end chair Gymnastics) thanks for sharing
As always , great stuff .
"just so ya know, i noticed that too." - I like your style.
I love it. He has figured out how to delete comments before they happen.
Wow! That's a nice Chair...
Great job on the chairs. You never fail to amaze me o the different ways the same job can be done, definitely thinking outside the box.
Nice work as always!
Pretty fantastic work, Matthias! The chairs look amazing! 😃
About cardstock, I totally agree! I've been using it for a while already!
Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Great stuff. Thanks for sharing, as always.
Mathias, I don't think any of us will ever get bored of watching the famous Mathias Wandel strength test...
Skill and not the least boring to watch.
Beautiful Matthias
Quality woodworking! :)
Ah, Magoo, you’ve done it again. Great vid; great result. 😎👍👏
Love your work mate! Cheers
Well, know we know where all your talent in woodworking came from.
You are awesome. I've learned so many things from you. Thanks for uploading videos.
I think this is the first video where I’ve noticed him pronouncing his name. I’ve heard multiple different pronunciations by other youtubers and never knew what was right. Thanks for doing that.
Yeah, and cool chairs.
Beautiful work !!! ....that loose shirt made me a little nervous, it could get caught !!! Great craftsmanship Matthias !!!!
You need to work with someone who can market your pieces to be sold. Those are quality pieces right there!
Great job. Well done. Enjoyable content as usual. Greatly appreciated. 👍🏻
That's pretty neat!
Awesome brother!! Glad to see you doing woodworking. I know your tennis elbow/joint pain bothers you.
I had forgotten about your table test procedure! Good to see you have a chair one too. :D
That's quite a nice chair design imo
Beautiful.
Nice chairs, thanks for posting. I made some and they came out WAY too heavy (30 lbs) I have studied yours for where to cut out a few pounds. Nice job, great build.
The stress test vas very satisfying to watch :)
Great chairs and a great design from your father. Seems like he brought it from germany because I have some similar looking old chairs here. 👏🏻👍🏻
well done, thanks for sharing that