Build These Super Strong Sawhorses
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Build these incredibly strong Apprentice Style sawhorses using pro tips from Master Carpenter Matt Jackson of Next Level Carpentry. Learn small but very important differences that make THESE I-Beam type sawhorses the strongest sawhorses you've ever seen with proven strength stats. Watch unbelievable results of a real-world stress test performed at the end of the video that show these ponies actually hold MORE THAN 5 TONS!! The video gets 'deep in the weeds' for design and the build process so anyone can follow along and build a pair of these very useful and nearly indestructible horses.
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Well, I may be late to the game but I watched this video and thought "That is exactly what I need"... I rebuild Cessna wings... I always need a good pair of horses in the beginning of each project to set a wing on for the drill down. My experience, working in other shops, has been old, ratty, falling apart, saw horses.
I want every aspect of my shop to reflect excellence, thoughtfulness, and craftsmanship. Thank you for making this video.
My local lumber store didn't have "8 torque screws so I used "9's. Even better! I love my new set of horses... I will build another pair and will probably glue and screw the gussets.
Blessings
Great story... thanks for sharing!
The horses you built will never fail you in use as described but, since you mentioned the likelihood of building another pair, I'll suggest upgrading to this style which is a bit more sophisticated and more than strong enough to hold Cessna wings:
th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html
They'd definitely raise the bar for sawhorse design/quality and possibly inspire those in other shops you visit to up their game to match your determination to have and use your own 'next level' quality. A favorite saying is "How you do anything is how you do everything" which seems quite apropos for a shop that rebuilds airplanes!
Best,
Matt
This is the first of your videos I've seen, and man, is it so refreshing:
No click-bait title... says exactly what the video is about.
Master carpenter demonstrating practical skills!
Useful project.
This is what woodworking youtube should be aspiring to.
Plenty more at Next Level Carpentry where this one came from 😉😎
I watched, maybe 30 times, I listened intently and I finally constructed these Saw Horses Verbatim. The result was an industrial grade saw horse of unimaginable strength.
Thankyou so so much.
We are all locked down at home here in London and with this inspirational presentation I have found a whole new world of interest in this amazing art.
I Salute you Sir
Many thanks
Rob
Wow Blue Cobra, thanks for undertaking these amidst 'home lockdown' and letting me know... you're quite welcome. Stay well and stay safe over there! Best, Matt
Thank you ! Today my 82 year old card carrying master carpenter father sat in his wheelchair and participated in making 4 pairs of these sawhorses. Just awesome and my dad thinks you're awesome . Thanks for a great project!
Please give a hearty high 5 to your carpenter father for me C Trucker! His is the generation I learned from and I'll always carry a great deal of respect and appreciation for guys like him. Glad you had fun with the build... those ponies should serve you well and long! Best, Matt
BTW I'd be interested in your father's thoughts and impression of the Journeyman's sawhorses shown in this video (sorry if you've already seen it): th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html
Just finished building these things. They turned out pretty good. I couldn't get the legs to be exactly the same length because I don't have a miter or table saw, but they were close. Not too much wobble. Some tips: After sawing the notches on the bottom beam and chipping some away, I used a wood rasp to flatten it out pretty easily. 2. Instead of drawing the profile of the beam through measuring, I just took an old 2x4 and traced it on the edge to make the I beam side view. Great video, I must have watched it 20 times by now with all the pausing and rewinding and rewatching to figure it all out. Thanks.
Way to work it out, Rick... your adaptations to work with tools at hand is excellent! Best, Matt
I happened across your channel and have now spent the last 5+ hours viewing your videos and reading comments. I have subscribed and am looking forward to all additional videos you produce. Not only have you done an outstanding job on the video production efforts, but every project has been of interest. Although not a carpenter, I have been doing wood work ever since my father began to show me his projects over 70 years ago. Your efforts will bring many new converts into the arena.
I don't know what ability you have to sequence the comment entries, but "ball boy"('s) discussion several pages into these comments need to be read by every individual who wants to make a living using his personal talents. They describe a lesson that needs to be heard over and over by every young person.
Thank you for your enjoyable presentations and take pride in the success of your efforts.
I too have a masters degree from MIT (mistakes I’ve tried) lol
You sir are awesome and I’m glad I found your channel several months back.
Keep doing what your doing and never let the idiots that give you a thumbs down or arm chair Quarterbacks stop you from showing us the years of knowledge your willing to pass down.
👍
MIT is a popular school in our circles for sure Carpenter One! I'm glad you found Next Level Carpentry too, despite my shortcomings for promotion with social media, etc. From the beginning I realized that the only tool I have for growth in the world of TH-cam is content and, with support from viewers like you, it seems to be working. I do believe the best is yet to come and am glad to know you're 'out there' in the audience! Best, Matt
Carpenter One3 1
Hey, he knows his shit well.
Well, he is a PHD (Post Hole Digger) from MIT
This so-called master carpenter should know that a sawhorse is for sharpening saws, which is held in a vice and what he has made is a saw stool. PLEASE COULD SOMEBODY GET IT RIGHT FFS!
As long as the information is good, and yours is very good, I don't care how long the video is. I don't like quick videos that leave important information out. I'd rather have more info than I need than less than I need! I'm finding that each video I watch from you is enjoyable and very informative.
Really appreciate your comment fermp since I tend to over-inform than under leaving NLC videos longer than the typical TH-cam recommendation of 10 minutes or less. Best, Matt
Once again, the mixture of real world education and humor is refreshing!
Thanks SWG, glad to see your comment on this one! Best, Matt
A lot of techniques and skills acquired over the years often get lost when someone retires or passes away. Thank you so much Matt for having the foresight to make these videos that will preserve all of this knowledge for generations to come.
The extra key details show how much pride, thought, and dedication you have in your vocation.
I have done carpentry for 50 years and built all kinds of horses, stools and benches, yet for some reason I found this vid downright entertaining. Thanks!
So cool raymae. Your track record and approval make your comment particularly gratifying... you're most certainly welcome! If you get a chance and are up for a bit more potential 'entertainment' take a few minutes to check out the 'Board Stretcher' video here on Next Level Carpentry... I'd welcome your reaction to that one as well. 😁😎 Best, Matt
raymae60 same here and I’ve been doing wood work for over 60 years. I’m always open to learning from great videos like this.
Finally! Saw horses I can put my car on to change the oil! :)
Matt, you've outdone yourself; this is a really excellent video in so many ways - great job! I really need a good set of horses and was leaning towards Paul Sellers' but these are clearly a notch (or three) above!
Thanks Orcasea, glad you like the video and the horses! If you're just building one set of ponies you might want to consider the Journeyman Style... I've never had a pair of them fail from normal loading requirements and much prefer them for overall useability.
Glad to see your comment... hope you're having a good summer. Best, Matt
Between the tiny saw horses and the giant pencil, I'm starting to question what was in that brownie I ate earlier.
Not to mention seeing double with two of the same guy in the shop... truly a potent brownie! Best, Matt
same here, I'm 6 foot and the tiny saw horses would be a pain in the back. and in the knees.....lol
man, on quarantine this comment made my day
michael nu
@Dom Mck You should see the one he has made out of a whole 2x4 and a huge block of graphite.
Matt Jackson is using a great design of these much used sawhorses. I use that design but have modified them only in that I have shorted both ends of the middle of that I-Beam on each end by 2.5 inches which enables a "grabbing ledge" which has helped in many situations. Thankew Matt.
I love that idea Guy... absolutely intuitive but I never thought of it😯 Thanks for adding it so tactfully here! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry We only stop learning when we die.
Same here. Great for clamping big sheets.
Great build sir. I built a cradle for my table saw that allowed me to make the tapered reliefs in the bottom of the I-beam more easily.
Union Carpenter for 25 years. This was the first thing I was asked to do from my first employer. They got a good chuckle. Build mine now exactly the same way. Sometimes I’ll splay the legs at 15 degrees and make a slightly bigger gusset. The bottom lip of the I beam at the leg is a great place to store you framing square. You’re right these babies can hold the weight!
You KNOW it, casterman! Thanks for commenting... Best, Matt
This was next level entertaining and showed some very important skills for the aspiring carpenters out there. Thank you for this tutorial.
You're sure welcome Cindy... As your aspirations build your skillset you might find these sawhorses' advanced design another step on your journey: th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html
Really excellent -- great job! I love seeing the combination of real woodworking and real-world, practical carpentry (i.e., precision techniques, with quick and easy, practical building methods). There's a tremendous amount to learn here for those of us weekend warriors trying to improve our skills.
Thanks GetMeThere... really appreciate your comment. Hope you find the 'precision techniques' useful and adaptable for whatever project you're working on. You sound like the sort of person who's capable of 'extrapolating' various marking, measuring and cutting things from this video to similar but different projects. Best, Matt
I've made several sets of these...my best pair went to my father (a life-long carpenter/contractor) as a gift...each time I learned more and more...can't over-emphasize , the need for STRAIGHT , non-rounded lumber...spent hours trying to get the first, couple of pairs to sit flat on the ground without wobbling....I still don't trust myself to guesstimate the center line on 2x4s....The blueprint on the scrap sheet is genius...!!
its this reason that I just went with some plastic horses. There's no such thing as a straight 2x4 around here, and now I don't have to worry about them in my musty garage either.
Hello Matt, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and not being put off by the trolls.
I just finished a "pony" sized pair of these at 19" high (my kneecap) and 24" wide for the purpose of lifting work off the ground to a manageable height AND using up excess 2x cut offs in the way in my shop. Another alteration I made was to use a T-beam with a 6" top and 4" bottom just for variety and to potentially gain a bit more working surface, clamping area, etc. I watched and researched DOZENS of articles and videos on Japanese sawhorses, Sawyer's benches, painter's benches, etc. before settling on yours. Obviously there are many, many I-beam sawhorses out there but I appreciate your attention to detail and the quality of instruction.
As promised those notches gave me fits! In my case, because of milling the low edge ended precisely on the low corner. Just as I finished up it dawned on me that I could have simply ripped a 12* bevel along the two edges. I can't imagine that I would lose that much lateral strength and if so a fastener on both sides of each leg should get it back. I can't dispute the "skill builder" aspect of this part of the build.
Thanks again.
Very cool, Michael... I always like to hear when someone 'gets it' on a video. The fact that you've extrapolated the info in this one to suit your purpose and needs tells me a lot! I like the idea of a lower set... and the wide top? Nice! The common sense observation about ripping the whole bottom piece at 12 degrees is just... great. Congrats! Best, Matt
When we built our dream home, a log house with wrap around porch, the construction crew that stacked the logs (and framed the inside of the house ) built two sets of those saw horses but without the 12 degree beveled section. It's be over 13 years and they have twisted over the years but I still use them occasionally. The crew said they build this style at every job site because they are very strong and sturdy. And once the top 2x4 gets too tore up, you just replace it and it's as good as new. One set is four feet and one is six or eight. I just stumbled upon your channel. Nice video. I definitely will be watching more.
You know you're watching a true craftsman when they carry a handmade wooden toolbox! Great job!
Thanks for noticing and mentioning the toolbox ball boy... you've seen the main part of my marketing effort for doing custom design/build remodeling and custom cabinet work. That box, and a few other handmade carpenter's necessities, are the best advertisment a guy can carry! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry I've been in the high-end Custom Construction in South Florida for over 25 years. We do high-end custom new construction homes, commercial Office Spaces, Remodel and we also have a custom cabinet shop. We're a full turn key service from the dirt all the way to handing over the Keys. The toughest part of his business is finding solid Craftsman employees. I cannot believe this new generation does not want to work with their hands. I've never made less than SIX figures in income from 19 years old on to my current age of 44. I pretty much been self employed as a licensed contractor since I was 22. So I can appreciate a fellow Crosman!
Sounds like pay scale is a bit higher in south Florida than here but, as you describe, a conscientious craftsman can always demand and get top-tier income if they apply themselves. It's great that you've built a business, career and livelihood in construction ball boy... we've both seen and heard those who's approach is not sustainable go down in flames when they don't build their company or their houses with fundamentals and good foundations. BTW Have you ever run across Steve Ogier down there? Does a lot of big development work... I've 'met' him through a mutual appreciation for applying cutting edge anything to optimize building. Anyways... thanks for your comments, I really appreciate the engaging dialog! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentryThank for you the kind words! I have been very fortunate in my career by building great relationships with high end clients. I always went above and beyond and left no detail unfinished. I have never advertised for my company from day one. It was all word of mouth. The friends of my clients have always kept my company in the high end circle. Because people with money keep close friends with people with money and I was their go to guy for custom cabinets and construction. I truly am blessed. All of my clients still call me to this day for any and all work. The wives love to update every few years or building their next dream home. Integrity, honestly, attention to detail and hard work were and are still the key to me success. I am so glad I found your channel it really inspires me to push myself even more. Thanks
@@NextLevelCarpentry The pay scale is not that high for employees I pay $15-$45 but as a self employed persons you can make $65.00 to over several hundred per hour by bidding jobs and being on top of your game.
Appreciate all the time you and your friends took to construct and demo the strength!
Now that's what I call an exciting and befitting "Next Level" demonstration! Very well done Matt. Great Video!
Thanks Cameron... I really tried to get that kind of impact with this video and appreciate you saying so! The Journeyman Sawhorse video should be similar in build detail but, for the sake of practicality, be scaled back on the entertainment/stress test stuff. Hope you'll comment when I get around to getting it done! Best, Matt
Proof that using your saw horse design to incorporate into the bed build for my wife was a good idea.
I have only watched a few of your many videos, and I like your approach. You obviously know your stuff, but you don't lord it over your audience.
Just made a pair of these today. Love 'em. Easy to make, wicked strong and stackable. Thanks Matt. Love the channel.
Thanks for letting me know in your comment Michael... those ponies should serve you well for many years. Do me a favor and if anyone asks about them send them to the video and the channel? Every little bit of sharing helps make Next Level carpentry a little better and I really appreciate it. Best, Matt
Will do.
Absolutely love your channel. This has become my favorite you tube offering. Thanks for sharing your incredible knowledge. I learn a great deal from each and every video.
Glad to hear you're finding Next Level Carpentry helpful. I anticipate being able to devote more time to the channel to get more, better videos uploaded more often once this crazy summer's activities wane as winter rolls in. Look forward to your comments anytime, John! Best, Matt
One of the best overall woodworking video's I've seen. I wish I would have seen this before buying premade brackets.Thanks.
Hey Shane, I really appreciate your comment and thank you for it. The good thing about those sawhorse brackets you have is that they're likely to fail in short order and then that will give you excuse to build a set of these, right?!😆Best, Matt
I love that dry humour and the craftsmanship that goes with it. I devour wood working videos on TH-cam and your channel was recommended by YT. And it was love at first sight. I like the way you do things and the clarity of your process. I am looking forward to seeing you set up your new workshop. Thanks for sharing
You're welcome Subra... I count on YT recommendation to 'spread the word' about Next Level Carpentry and am thankful they found you! The best is yet to come! Matt
Thank-you Matt for great instruction on a fun, well-designed and useful project. After working a little now, a little later, I finally finished my first horse. I worried that the legs would have slightly different angles. Careful layout, measuring, cutting, and chiseling paid off with each leg uniform and solid. Haven't installed gussets yet. However, I will, and already feel the itch to begin the companion horse. Time, patience, and care all paid off in the satisfaction of a job done right.
I'm always glad to learn when someone applies themselves to a challenge and sticks with it long enough to accomplish a worthwhile goal. I encourage you to press on and build that 2nd pony and predict it will not only go noticeably faster but come out measurably better so go for it, sir! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentrySame day and the seven 2x4s for the second build are already cut. Yes, noticeably faster by leaps and bounds.
@@jazz4asahel You GO, man! You'll be done 'horsing around' before you know it😁😎 Best, Matt
At first I thought you were a giant!
And yet the sawhorses held you!
Then I thought you were tiny and yet able to use a normal carpenter's pencil, I was impressed.
But how are both possible?
I was confused...
I'm thinking you may be normal sized and this is some kind of trickery!
In any event a little more care makes the I beam style horse even stronger steeds than they already are.
I like the length and detail of the video because sawhorses may very well be the first thing a lot of people make.
Same with workbenches, you want a good one but your first one may not have the fanciest joinery and it might be the first or second thing a lot of people build.
Many videos don't address this.
I like the simple build that is super strong so you don't need to redo them or upgrade later...
a lifetime tool, especially with a sacrifical top.
Good job!
Fun video!
Thanks for such a nice comment Michael! Thought you might like this video from Next Level Carpentry that shows a more advanced sawhorse design: th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html
Best,
Matt
Enjoyed seeing your "twin" and the light-hearted touch. Nice to see your channel growing, too!
Hey Mike; Chip, my 'twin', shows up in the video I just uploaded to Next Level Carpentry too: th-cam.com/video/jX9UdfO5UXA/w-d-xo.html
Just wish I could get HIM to work do the work so I can go goof off! Best, Matt
Great work and really enjoyable editing, all too often these are irritating gimmicks but you make it work nicely. Thank you sir.
You're welcome Bruce... as a video production novice I often fear alienating viewers if I try to pull off some video editing magic and it falls flat so your comment is quite encouraging! Best, Matt
Great video! I built these today. I will say I eye balled all the screws and aligning of the top and bottom of the ibeam boards as well as all the chiseling. I couldn’t be bothered with all the work that went into the layout he did. I built mine out of pressure treat 2x4 and plan to use them strictly to support my cabover camper when storing off my truck. Reall great design! I built mine in about two hours total. Thanks for the great plans!!!
Hey, I've been making these saw horses for the past 40+ years. They really are this good. I have a set of them in my back yard right now. I have made some with shorter legs and a 2x6 for the top of the beam to stand on to reach ceilings and such. Thanks for a great video.
They've stood the test of time and use in the real world as long as I can remember too cogpastorc... thanks for adding your confirmation here! Best, Matt
Thank you Mr Jackson. This project was a real learning experience. And resulted in a SOLID feed out table for our saw. Thanks again for taking the time to teach all these techniques and the attention to detail.
You're quite welcome and I'm glad to hear it worked out😁😎👍Best, Matt
Some of the best saw horses I've ever seen I'm going to have to make these for sure. Subscribed.
Thanks for the sub Temple... enjoy the build... that is unless you like these Journeyman's Sawhorses better😀😎: th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html Best, Matt
I will definitely build myself the exact same horses this weekend. Thanks for the video
Write the date on them when you get 'em done Chandler, because they're bound to last for a long, long time! You're welcome for the video... have fun building them! Best, Matt
Super video Sir! I love wood, but never got the chance to do anything with it. Just last week I took my 12 year old son into town. There he saw an old man carving wood. This man is an artist. My son said, "Hey Dad, I remember this man carved my name onto a piece of wood. My son was only 6 years old when that was done. We went into the store and the man told my son about an Irish Dog, who comes from the Wolf and as he was telling my son the story about the Wolf. The man cut some wood and carved out a Wolf and my son's name on it. I will be sure to show him your video, as he loves to make things. Thank you for taking the time to make the video.
Kind regards,
Murphy
Stories like yours add meaningful depth to the experience of building a TH-cam Channel Murphy... thanks for taking the time to comment and share it. If you pass it along the artist carver I'd be honored! Best to you and your son! Matt
Just enough silliness to make the video educational and entertaining.
The information in this video, is as you say, the bomb! Really fantastic tips and tricks and ones that I know will be invaluable in the near future. Thanks Matt.
I've been watching DIY, carpentry and woodworking videos for years on TH-cam. Just came across your channel as a "recommended" video. Where have you been?!?!? YT works in weird ways sometimes. I come from a mechanical background but have given that up as "well to do" folks have driven me out of hot rodding and drag racing - I simply cant afford it anymore. So about 5 years ago - I switched to woodworking. AT first, I made more firewood than useable items, but less and less goes into the fireplace these days as skills and tools improve. So who says you cant teach an old dog (60 y/o) new tricks? I learn every day, largely due to folks like you. Thank you for these. "Like" and "Subscribe".
Thanks Dan... good to 'meet' you. I've been here 'priming the YT pump' for over three years, just trying to figure it out. Starting to get a bit of a trickle out of that pump recently and, with enthusiastic engagement from viewers like you have high hopes for the future... thanks for the Like and Sub! Glad to hear you're enjoying and improving in your woodworking endeavors... it can be very rewarding, as you know. There's a contingent of 'well to do' folks in this field too (Fine Woodworking et al) but there's enough latitude that their activity and influence don't hamper the success or determination of the rest of us.
BTW Next Level Carpentry Channel isn't set up all that well so I hope you'll find your way to the Videos tab to browse through some of the more obscure videos there. I put a lot of effort into some of those but they don't seem to come up much with the 'weird ways' of YT. Best, Matt
Yes I too am a new sub and similar to Dan I got introduced to your channel by the 'Recommended' feed. So next time you sit down with the You Tube Brass, tell them their process for giving exposure to lesser known (subs) channels like yours is unfair. I've been subscribed to many DIY's channels for years, but have never seen any recommendation for your channel. It's usually channels with mega subs but are of no interest to me. Anyways I'm glad I've found your channel.
Glad to hear it deliman.. thanks for that sub! How I WISH I had a chance to sit down with the TH-cam brass but that just doesn't happen. It's good to know you found NLC from the Recommended feed because it means I must be starting to do something right in view of the all-powerful 'algorithm'. There's SO much to learn about being a content producer that I don't have time or ambition to learn so I pretty much go with a 'ready, fire, aim' approach, which seems like is starting to get some traction.
Believe me when I say this sort of interaction from appreciate viewers like you provides the mental energy and motivation to keep at it... Next Level Carpentry and I go nowhere without you so thank YOU! The best is yet to come... Regards, Matt
If I´m not wrong, TH-cam rewards frequency of uploads rather than the quality of content. I am sure that users that care about quality will thank you.
There's a lot I don't know about TH-cam, John, but there's certainly a link between upload frequency and channel popularity that I'll doubt I'll ever be able to achieve. It seems there's enough viewers like you who care about content quality to build a solid presence in a YT channel so I plan to keep going the direction that has brought me this far. I do plan to transition from working to support Next Level Carpentry to having NLC BE my work... all in good time. I see what Scott Wadsworth of Essential Craftsman has done and is doing and aspire to at least a fraction of that; better to reach for a star and only make it to a streetlamp than to aim for the streetlamp and never get off the ground, right? Best, Matt
2:36 Materials
6 8' good quality 2*4
Scrap plywood for gussets
(2*4)' scrap sheet material
2:53 Fasteners
20 #8 3" torque drive construction screws
24 3" GRK torque lags
16 #8 (1+3/4)" torque drive construction screws
3:33 Tools
Tape measure, carpenters pencil, papermate twist lead pencil, hammer, wood chisel, speed square, sharp hand saw (pull saw), t30 and t25 torque drive bits, snappy counter sinking pilot hole bit, 3/16" twist driblet, and good cordless driver drill
Circular or miter saw
Access to table preferable
Thanks buddy!
That would be Torx not Torque
Thank you for that!
i dont understand why people would give you the negative hand. you are very professional, funny and know the job. Thank you my friend from Mexico.
Gracias Juan... thanks for posting such a nice comment here... much appreciated! Best, Matt
Hi Sr. I am from Brazil and let me said congratulations. Great sawhorse and simple and clean design, easy to build and very strongly. Great channel!
Thanks Aldo... glad you like horses and Channel... hope you get to check out the other sawhorse build video here... just search for Professional Sawhorse Build on Next Level Carpentry... enjoy! Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry Thanks a lot! I will do!!!!
Nice video, great editing !
I have 30 years in the trade, my back and hands hurt just saying that.
Just rip a bevel on both edges of the bottom web of the I-beam, (since your using the table saw), rather than making a notch, there isn’t enough “meat” on the sides of the notch to be of any significant lateral strength with soft wood.
And while your cutting your bevel on the ends of your legs, mitre them also (5 degrees), keeps the foot print wider than the beam in all directions...trapeze.
I agree, not worth the investment of time for the slight increase of strength they provide, (the open mortises). In my union apprenticeship, ( which was well over 30 years ago), I was taught the 15 degree rule. It makes a easy and quickly built, strong, sawhorse. Every single angle is 15 degrees. Use glue and screws. 2×6" top stretcher and 1×6" legs with (4)-3/4 plywood gussets. Use quality, knot free lumber.
I made mine a year ago, with a 2x6 on top of i beam. it was so good l built another with a 2x12 on top, then added 2 shelves under it. it is much more than a saw horse, it is a work horse.
Sounds like a Clydesdale more than a quarterhorse, Arlin! No matter as long as its doing the job for you! Thanks for sharing your variations in a comment... Best, Matt
I just discovered your channel. Interesting concept you have going. A carpentry channel that actually teaches carpentry!!! In detail too. You'd be surprised how many channels do not do this well.
Ive gotta go back through your videos now. Thanks for your efforts
Do you take requests?
Really appreciate your comment William... it's been my goal to 'get into the weeds' with this carpentry stuff and intend to keep at it despite the difficulty of channel building without a constant flood of click bait and heavy social media activity. Not that I'm above using promotional tactics it's just that I'm barely capable of learning and keeping up with video production, much less instagoogletwitface. Viewers like you encourage me to continue trying to pack as much real, useful content into each video regardless of length and high octane video production. I may be able to take requests at some point but as it is my video production throughput is SO slow I have a hard time getting ideas published that have been in the pipeline for months and years. With any luck one of the already planned videos will coincidentally line up with random requests and make it seem like I can actually respond🙄😏😁 Best, Matt
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This is my next woodworking project. Thanks for showing every step. Nice video.
Glad to hear it Roadwear... there is definitely some irony in this that I've got hairline cracks to repair in my concrete shop floor and you're building sawhorses😁😎👍
Next Level Carpentry I will be releasing a step by step video on October 14th made for the International Concrete Repair Institute Virtual Fall Convention. There is a preview on my channel.
I learned so much from your video and respect you as a teacher Matt, never mind about what other says about the tittle of this video, to me the fact that your sawhorses can take that much load is out of this world. By the way, I am currently working on my sawhorses copying your method, so give me your blessing. Cheers.
You have my blessing indeed Asa... along with my encouragement and vote of confidence that you will be successful with your sawhorse build project! 😎
Bravo Sir, a pleasure to watch a craftsman at work.
Thanks for letting me know Alex... much appreciated! Best, Matt
Great video. Thanks for making that extra effort and nice to see you experimenting with some editing magic!
Thanks Mike... and thanks for referring to it as 'editing magic' instead of video production amateur hacks which is less kind but more accurate 🙄😁😎 Best, Matt
I agree. Matt’s channel is great and I’m enjoying watching how his style evolves.
Thanks Cord... slowly but surely evolving and thankful if you're enjoying how it unfolds. Best, Matt
I made a pair of these exactly to your specs and they work great for me. I'm old school and don't like using those 2lb plastic crap horses they sell nowadays. Thank you for the video was great!
Good on you SSgt Steven! They'll serve you well for as long as you need 'em to! Best, Matt
One does not have to articulate too deliciously in English to know that Matt has done a bit of carpentry before .......I served a five year apprenticeship as a millwright and know a thing or two about measuring, cutting, filing and fitting.....you are among the best Matt and a pleasure to watch. I learned a lot.....
Thanks Geoff... apprenticeship or not I appreciate your comment and perspective! Amazing those that get thrown off by a grammatical glitch and miss all there is to learn, isn't it? Best, Matt
First one of your videos I've seen and it was a great video. I really appreciate how clear and concise you explain things. I see alot of youtube videos that are more showoff and less educational. I doubt I will be building these sawhorses, but I picked up quite a few good tricks I will be trying to incorporate into my building processes. Great Job!!!
Thanks for commenting on this, the first NLC video you've seen Drew... much appreciated. If I was recommending 'the best' pair of horses to build I'd actually not put these at the top of the list. Glad to know you picked up a few good tricks and think you'll find a few more in the Journeyman Style sawhorse video when I (eventually) get it produced and uploaded... plus maybe you'll decide to actually build that style! 😁😎 Best, Matt
I'd be lying if I said, I got it all the first time, but delightful to watch.
I always knew true masters of their craft are also humble about it.
I think if I watch another 50 times, I'll get that I beam profile thing with the nail, I hope
Eduge; I think you underestimate yourself. Give that concept time to process a little bit and take another run at it and I bet you'll have it down in no time. Keep in mind that you can just use the angle measurements I give in the video along with the length of the leg and everything should come out fine but understanding and being able to go through those angle finding steps is useful for this as well as unlimited other applications so it's worth taking the time to learn it. Also keep in mind that there's any number of different ways of figuring those things out the nail is just one that I like and happened to use for this example.
Thanks for watching... Best, Matt
Hah!...I found your video by chance, very good! I made a set of sawhorses like these at least 40 or 45 years ago and still using them today. I had seen the style in my friend's Dad's shop. He was a very intelligent man and a craftsman and I presumed it was his design. His and my pair are the only ones that I had seen of this style until this video. A few years ago I made a half size pair, they are very handy too. One detail that I made on mine was to make the tops of the legs flush with the edge of the top rail.
It's a tried and true design with a heavy dose of practicality tossed in for good measure! Best, Matt
You had me fooled at 0:20 !!!!
SAWHEET! wasn't sure how that little stunt would play but sounds like it worked... at least a little bit 😉
Thanks for adding a comment here!! Best, Matt
Lol.... that was funny. ...they looked real. ... love the pencil
Thanks Shawn... glad the little 'video magic' worked as I'd hoped! More to come about the pencil... stay tuned! Best, Matt
I was like WHOA!!! Then I was like... WhOA!
I’d fire someone for fooling around with sawhorses like that!
Almost 1 million of these horse have been built. Thanks to this man. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you for another excellent 'How To' video. You are my number one resource to improve and learn the tricks of the trade you share so freely in your first class productions. Seldom in this day and age do we see such clear and well thought-out teaching aids for those with fewer skills and experience than yourself. Keep it coming and we'll continue to learn something useful in an otherwise cluttered world of superficial nonsense!
Thanks for such a glowing review Paul... I'll try to maintain your approval going forward! 😉😎 Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry Thanks Matt. I doubt very much if you would ever disappoint, you're just not that kind a guy! All the best to you, Paul
@@paulcahill5976 You're quite welcome (blushing!) Here's another sawhorse video in case you've not come across it: th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html Someday I fully intend to do a build video for my 'Master Carpenter's' sawhorses to fully saturate the sawhorse video niche!🤓 Best, Matt
Awesome testing! Amazing work.
Thanks Todd... it's great when things exceed expectations! Best, Matt
awesome video! Building a set this weekend! Like your design on the "first gen" saw horses. Looking to seeing the video on the "second gen" saw horses!
Have fun with the build Jack! BTW here's the 'second gen' build video for you in case you want to start with the sequel: th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html Best, Matt
Your videos are outstanding........
Why thanks you, Adrian! I really try but am always a bit disappointed by my videos because the final cut falls far short of the spectacular cinematic experience I envision when I start. Makes me thankful for viewers like you who see more in them than amateur video productions. Best, Matt
Thanks for posting this. I like your thought process and approach. I used your design with my own adaptation: I used 2x6s for the legs, used a 2x6 for the bottom web of the “I”, and increased the angle from 12 to 19 degrees. I also added some 2x6 skids to the bottom of the feet, onto which I attached heavy duty casters.
I needed something beefy and stable at a finish height of 36” to roll around some huge cedar beams. Now I get to keep it for plenty of other projects
Can you imagine how much weight YOUR modified sawhorses could hold? I bet it would be staggering! Should work great for the huge cedar beams you mention... those can be real brutes, especially if they're still wet or 'green'!
My great grandfather's workers taught me how to make these when I was very very young. The best.
Hi Matt... great minds hey. I've had a set of these for the last 20 years and I've only had to replace the I beams and legs twice.
It always makes me laugh when I see how much money people are prepared to spend on ready made equipment and jigs when they have the necessary skill and mind set to produce their own solutions, and as you said, I think it creates a good impression for the customer when you turn up with handmade tool boxes etc.
The other thing with sawhorses is that you can make them to fit your own height dimensions, and being 6 foot 7 inches, nothing shop bought fits me.Very interested to see your journeyman design in comparison to mine, but lets face it, those plastic ones are about as good as a box of matches in a wind tunnel. All the best Big John.
Thanks for your comment Big John... no surprise to me we've similar taste and reasons for this sort of thing. Funny you mention horse height being an issue for you. Some years ago I worked with a very capable carpenter who was height challenged. He had his very own set of saw ponies... they were a good 6" shorter than my preferred height. Good thing he had such a great sense of humor because he got razzed on a daily basis about his 'minnie-whinnies'! BTW I'll always remember and appreciate this guy as the one who showed ME how to use the slide hammer nail puller featured in another NLC video.
'box of matches in a wind tunnel'... LOL!! Best, Matt
I don't care for the flimsy cheaply made expensively purchased store bought ones either... I picked up 2 sets of them (that looked like the best design they had) for a weekend project out of town from China freight (aka harbor freight)not expecting them to last more than the weekend but they didn't even last the 2 days including problems with stability as the plastic feet on the metal legs kept splitting under the weight of 16 sheets of 3/4 4x8 marine plywood and all 4 frames finally buckled by the end of the weekend. I had one set setup as a cutting/routing table via screwed on plywood top the other set was to keep the material off the ground and clean while it rained over night as the ground was level rock hard packed barren dirt. That would've splashed surface mud onto the clean plywood.
Sometimes you gotta go with less than ideal like on your out of town project when other options just aren't practical, right DL? Makes you appreciate a better setup for things like horses when it fits into your program... hope you get a chance to put a similar stack on a pair of these ponies someday! Just for grins maybe you can put a full bunk on just to say you did? 😁😂😎 Best, Matt
Awesome job!! Can't wait for the next version of your sawhorse. Totally dig your zen stance while using your chop saw 6:28 .
Thanks Sam... I'm excited about doing the Journeyman's Style sawhorse build video too... although it's going to be a while before I get to it... thanks for your patience. From now on I shall adopt your 'zen stance' term for what I need to do because I'm too lazy to pull a support stand over by the miter box like I should 🙄😁😎 Best, Matt
Next Level Carpentry maybe that's a new video, yoga for carpenter's, or a stand build for the saw.
Possibilities are endless, right Nate?! 😎
instagoogletwitface!!! I love it!
It's good for a laugh for sure Honu! I only wish I could claim to have thought it up my self but I just borrowed it from someone much funnier than me... Best, Matt
That was the best part.
Im no computer geek, that comment had me busting a gut in laughter
Just discovered this channel and I rate it superb...will be watching more.
I'm retired now and wish us oldie's had access to this sort of stuff when we were younger.
Thanks for the high rating Alan... much appreciated. 'Us oldies' used to rely on Fine Homebuilding Magazine for anything close to what's available online and on TH-cam, right? It's a changing world, one I scramble to keep up with in producing these videos. Glad you'll be watching more and thankful you're able to put up with my low-level video production as I strive to present Next Level Carpentry. Best, Matt
As a decendant of a ”Fine Carpenter” (my translation from Finnish) I like your approach. Practicality and simplicity first, and a bit of attention to fine details makes a lot of sense. I’ve watched several videos where some of the aspects are somewhat missing. Very refreshing and informative video, thank you!
16k pounds of 2x4s puts Matthias Wandels' "jump test" to shame! 😂
5:03 "We best get to work"
Its just a sawhorse my man !!!!... I bet if u built your own house... The detail and overkill must be INSANE !!!.. LMAO !!!.. All jokes aside... I wish I was that detailed my friend !!!... Thats gitta be the best sawhorse made in the UNIVERSE
If you're impressed by the detail of these Apprentice Sawhorses your head might explode with this Journeyman's Style pair: th-cam.com/video/GPtkjqdZFzY/w-d-xo.html Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry the memery of the editing, and visual gags combined with the boomer desire to end a TH-cam reply like an email is an incredible combination.
I had just a little difficulty building these, but after re-watching several segments I was able to complete this project with no real issues. Thanks for the great video! The project was really inexpensive - right up to those GRK torx head lag screws- but the saw horses are solid and will last for many years. Thank you for sharing.
Glad you made it through to 'victory' Dan... in my experience the investment for fasteners amortizes out as a sensible part of project cost. Best, Matt
I don't think I need an sawhorse that supports so many tons... but... the best of the 500 videos on youtube about a sturdy sawhorse construction.. Thanks for share...
One brother sure talks a lot and the other does all the work. Would be quicker if they worked together. I subscribed as I enjoyed this.
Good thing both brothers aren't talkers, right Oby-1... we'd never get ANYTHING done! Thanks for subscribing! Best, Matt
Guess what Daddy’s
little girl’s getting for Christmas this year?
No way ! You wouldn’t do that ?
She asked for a pair of miniature horses ...
Whatever BaBy asks for, is whatever my Baby gets !
That’s some fancy triangle brace on the left side of your miter saw😂
Like that eh Chris? I've had it since I was born and find it useful for all manner of things, not the least of which is that extension table you see in the video 😁 Best, Matt
Matt, I'm slowly putting together my first apprentice-style sawhorse. What inspires my comment is having gotten as far as measuring, marking, and chiseling in the the 12-degree notches for the legs. Having no plywood, I taped pieces of scratch paper to the kitchen floor and measured and marked the angles from there. For me, it all takes time and patience. Thanks for a great instructional.
It's great hearing from people who watch videos at Next Level carpentry to learn rather than watch them to be taught. Someone Like you learns what's being shown and adapts to complete the project. Those who are merely taught give up in frustration if they can't replicate the set up exactly... Good on you! Have fun with the rest of the build!
This is a wonderfully educational video. I have construction experience (Elevator Constructor) but little woodworking knowledge. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge of Carpentry, you appear to be quite the natural teacher. I wait with anticipation for your next video. And on that note, I prefer longer videos that contain all the detailed explanations (and the jokes. Lol.)
You do great work sir!
Keep it up!
Thanks for your comment Scribe Skull... glad you like this video. I expect that future videos will be similar length and content density although will have a little less 'whiz/bang' production and editing... that stuff takes an unbelievable amount of time and really slows production/upload frequency. Stay tuned for more? Best, Matt
First few seconds I figured I'd hate this guy, figured he'd be more arrogant than his skill allowed because of the name, "next level", then he totally fooled me with the miniature sawhorses at around 00:20. You sir definatly have the skills to back up the channel name. Just subbed.
Love to hear it Shane! Thanks for the sub! If you get a chance to check out other Next Level Carpentry videos you'll quickly see I have little grounds for arrogance... and I edit out the worst of my faults and foibles 🙄😏😁 Best, Matt
@@NextLevelCarpentry Even great carpenters make mistakes...it's about how you fix them that matters. And then there's "Putty and paint make a carpenter what he aint." or "If you never make a mistake...you aint doing anything."
@@emboudik or "get it close as you can.... and use 1/4" paint!" or "you're only as good as the mistakes you can fix", right? Best, Matt
fantastic horses im gonna make 3, not a fan of glue are you? hey does that other guy get in your way alot? besides 2 heads are better than one, especially when they are both yours
Hope your build goes well Andrew. I actually am a 'big fan of glue' but only where it makes sense. I think some people use it to compensate for poor cuts and sloppy joinery or if they're uncertain of the strength of their work. I'd be hard to convince it's anywhere near necessary on these horses though.😯😎 Best, Matt
if you have solid ground have your lumber delivered onto a set of these and itll save you bending over to grab a board about 200 times a day if youre framing
That's the main idea Andrew for sure! I'm always amazed when I see someone working with lumber on the ground for want of a simple pair of ponies! Best, Matt
I know a lot of people who use saw horses for cutting 4X8 sheets of plywood. You have to mark on side then go around the sheet to mark the other side, hook your chalk line then walk back on the other side to snap it, cut half the sheet, walk back around the other side to finish cutting the rest. It's totally inefficient. I'd rather cut from the pile right on the ground, it's faster, more efficient and makes for straighter cuts. As for putting lumber on these, you would need 5 or 6 pairs as we use 2X4's, 2X6's, long 2X4's, long 2X6's, 2X10's and LVL's of different lengths. You also risk injuries by having the pile of lumber topple over you.
What happens when you don't have 'a pile on the ground', 2010? Or when you're 1/2 way down through that pile and have to crawl around to make cuts? Everyone adapts their own methods but personally I've never had the difficulties you describe as problematic. For instance, why don't you just pile lumber of different types, sizes and lengths on one pair of horses as you cut and work on it? It doesn't take a prohibitive amount of mindfulness to keep lumber from toppling on your either. If you don't like these (or any) sawhorses for your particular workflow it's no big deal but it does seem a bit odd to imply that other people using them must be 'totally inefficient'. Best, Matt
out of all the carpentry videos i have watched(which is a lot) yours are by far the most educational, and most entertaining. thank you.
That's quite a compliment Jimmy.. I certainly appreciate it! Best, Matt
As always packed full of professional information and the most detailed on you tube to my knowledge witch I appreciate and you can't get that with a 12 minute video for those folks if 10 r 12 minutes is all ya got then pause an finish in 3 r 4 settings that way we get the best of both worlds.🔨 And this video really was took to the next level thank you for the great content sincerely Tood
Thanks Todd... the simple thought of pausing and continuing seems lost on some but I suspect they've got a certain amount of whining to do in a given day and choose to dish it out here, right? Best, Matt
"Rainman" HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!
You're the first to catch that and comment on it John, thanks! When I tossed it in I wondered if it was too obscure to be noticed. Best, Matt
😂😂😂😂😂😂
I was waiting for Dustin Hoffman to make a cameo appearance!
If only! I'm just hoping there's no copyright issues to earn me a black eye on TH-cam 🙄😂😎
I messed up and make a rocking horse.
LOL! Best, Matt
Matt...didn't see a Link in your Video on Sharpening Carpenters Pencils? ;)
I need you for a channel manager cheewurz... totally missed that opportunity, but I'm adding it right now at your suggestion! Thanks! Matt
ha ha ha ha
I'm a steel fabricator that wood works too, and the way you layed out the centers and hole positions was great to see. Fast and accurate!
Thanks for your comment Norm... anytime someone from the construction trades sends a compliment it's very rewarding... hope you can put a tip or two from the video to use... Best, Matt
This man puts the "master" in master carpenter! What a privilege to observe!
Out of shame im now busy disassembling the the "saw-horses" I made before watching this.
Subscibed!
Thanks for the sub Simon. You're going to love your new saw-ponies when you make a set! Best, Matt
Those things could even hold my wife! That's amazing!
Not goin' THERE JustAnAverageJoe 😲😁😂😎 Best, Matt
She is only 107 lbs. She was ok with me saying it. lol
Got me with that one JustAnAverageJoe... you're not nearly as daring, harsh or foolhardy as I first suspected! 😁😂😂😎 Best, Matt
For best result “No comment “
How ‘bout taking your small saw horses over there and seeing how much they’ll support.
Great minds think alike, jockellis... we did exactly that but didn't include it in this video. You're not going to believe this because we didn't but they actually held one bunk of the 16's... for about 2 seconds. They failed because the little toothpick legs sunk into the hot asphalt and they tipped over. Someday I just might set them on level concrete with more space between them and wouldn't be surprised if they would actually hold if they could be loaded slowly and evenly. I might do a 'behind the scenes' of the stress test at some point and will definitely include the valiant stand those little fellas made before they crumpled into splinters. Best, Matt
I LOVE the real world testing! And we all understand the math when you see it happen... Go Matt, Go!
Fred Weaver I was at least as surprised and impressed by that real-world test as most viewers... what a kick to have TH-cam to share it.
Thanks for your comment and for watching Fred, Best, Matt
Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge. Excellent tut' showing the simplicity and strength of your sawhorse design. I'll definitely give them a go, albeit in 3x2 as I won't be stacking anything like 16 tonnes on those puppies!
Mind blown. Such an incredible weight carrying capacity from those simple sawhorses. Next Level Carpentry never ceases to amaze. Incredible video from beginning to end. Bravo!
Thank you for showing us how to build a great pair of soluses. Super idea, super demonstration, love that MIT certification, LOL. I was about to go out and spend $180 on saw horses, thank God I saw your video first. Thank you so much again. You are appreciated. !!!!!
Why is it that you use the torx screws rather than the more common phillips head?
Strength, use-ability, drive-ability, appearance, etc... I've built plenty of these horses using only nails and they're more than adequate for any normal project but upgraded to torx fasteners to take them to a whole 'next level' for the sake of the video and to see just how strong they really are. Best, Matt
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@Ronnie Begin, Torx is about transmitting more torque while resisting stripping (of the socket and driver) more reliably. It is superior to Phillips and slotted, but you will never be able to dress and sharpen your favorite screwdriver back into shape!
Forgive me if you are asking a different question and already know this.
C W yes exactly
Great design notes and details but this video would be better a 12 minutes.
I like the detail of longer vids myself.
Longer vids with excellent details are the way to go on this stuff, time stamps would help!
Santina Murphy yup.
Nice SawHorses and build video over my 20 years in both Residential and o mer iam Construction i’ve seen and used a lot of them some were junk and others impressive the majority of my Career i did Architectual Woodworking and i always got a lot of compliments onthe Saw Horses i carried with me fromjobto job i used mine to safely store materials onthe jobs and of course to help save my back and not have to bend over as much i often used the saw horses to make a temporary workbench
Thanks. Built two and have been awesome for four years now.