Ive commented more in this series than any other....you're including the entire process, troubleshooting mistakes and looking for missing tapes, note pads etc. This makes you real to us who follow your channel. We all can more easily identify with looking for something in the shop or fixing a mistake than cutting no dry fit dovetails. Keep filming all please Rob. Jake, your comments and part in all this is also helpful and appreciated. You voice our question or thoughts as Rob works on the project. Thank you both.
Rob, l like seeing EVERYTHING. I'm a beginner woodworker here in New Jersey, USA. I can cut dovetails, though it takes me forever, and I've made a few pieces of furniture for my house. I've learned so much from watching everything you do. The way you hold your handtools, how you setup your power tools, how you hold the wood while cutting on your tablesaw or squaring on your jointer; it's all a learning experience. Sorry, Jake By the way, I purchased a "Wood os Good" PHP shirt back on 4/17. Can't wait to get it!
To whom this may apply, I’ve been watching since 2016. Not one time I’ve been bored with redundant skill training. The small details are the keys to raising your skill level. I have had the honor of being taught by Rob in his first vet. class. If you get bored with the reps. I challenge you to try to make one dovetail joint start to finish. Starting with sharping any blade, chisel needed. Set planes up. And take a rough board of your choice. Down to a true flat square and parallel dimension. Then cut in half square end and cut the joint. Assemble one time. No dry fits. And have no gaps. If that doesn’t happen. You need to pay attention to the small things that you are looking as a wast of time. Good luck!! Marshal Rommel. USMC.
Yes, we do! At least, I do - want to see every step of everything. That's what sets Robs channel apart from others. Some are clearly rehearsed with loads of outtakes that never get shown, leading people to assume it's a 1-hour job, but it will actually take a day. That's why most people give up!
You’re a teacher. I watch to learn. Even something as small as learning why you cut off the end that you did is something not everyone might know. Good stuff! Keep it all coming!
Jake spends a lot of time with you, so he may be discounting the reason many of us watch. When you’re doing even a repetitive activity, you are still a teacher at heart; you continue to explain what you’re doing, what you’re worried about, and why you’re doing it the way you do. We’re not watching a cut on the table saw, we’re experiencing your thought process. Please keep the camera running, we’re learning.
I don’t know how many times you do something, that sounds reasonably simple and straight forward, and i prejudge the simplicity - then after watching you do it... I’ve learned something that I would have never considered or thought about. It’s the subtle things that we take for granted, that sometime make a big difference. Sorry Jake, one vote for seeing everything. -smile-
What I think many of us like, is the "warts and all" nature of your vids. Editing can give a jaundiced view of the making process. I would certainly be interested in a "day in the life " video.
Personally it’s nice to see everything. Mainly bc it shows different options that we could use in the event of a mess up on our hands. It helps give me ideas on how to fix things and how to work around things. At least that’s the way I feel
Your work and attention to detail is inspiring, it's also very heartening that you are willing to show your mistakes, so many on YT only show the best bits. You make the call Rob and thanks for your content.
I love watching it all as it all teaches what it actually take and what goes into making something as simple looking as a set of drawers. As I eventually want to build my own set I want to see as much as possible Thanks for the daily video rob
I do like seeing how a professional hides his flaws. I have caught myself, on other channels, saying,”I don’t need to watch you sand it, cut all the pieces or whatever” but they are people I don’t respect or don’t feel I have a connection with. Oh! By the way! Send me some Holly.
Show everything, it makes the whole process real!!! And, I enjoy it and I hope everyone else does as well! You still need to route in the grooves in your out feed table!!! Do it!!!
We would like to see it all. Otherwise, I would be watching one of the other woodworking shows that would have had the desk built in just 30 minutes. Thank you for your service to the Vets!
The more the better. When you goof I learn. The parts you talk yourself through the problems are some of the best. Live stream all day long would be cool also.
I believe you Rob I have seen you do it the perfect fit. Yes yes yes show it all. I can seen Jakes point that he may not want to see it because he has seen it many many many times so for him it is mundane but for beginners it needs to be seen so they can learn
Film everything. Not sure how many hours I've invested in this series, but I learn more from mistakes and how to fix them than a 6 minute dovetail. I know HOW to cut dovetails; I struggle with cutting them well.
Agree with Rob. Once had a math professor in college who took a few more points off on an exam then I thought were deserved. When I challenged him taking extra points off when I was so close, he said that when I graduate I will be representing the university and because I did not show all the steps in arriving at my answer, I missed an obvious sign error by skipping steps. Took more points off because I did not bother to show the detail. Good life lesson. Devil is in the details. Show the work!
I’ve been describing you to some one today. I said your tools are like the best quality. It would be like me going to Lowe’s instead of harbor freight. I said there are no ...Lowe’s and homedepot in the cabinet behind you . The feel of my lee Nelson plane watching you I can see why it is so satisfying . If I started the drawer would be 1/8” thick that’s so much fun.
Love your stuff thank you, I’ve learned so many little things that only come from watching people work I think it would go a long way for you if you or someone else setup your mise en place before you started filming, after watching you for a while it feels like you need 5 more assistants in your life 🙂
Show everything, it definitely helps because we follow your thought process along. It's interesting to see how you solve problems. Also any chance you can dedicate a video to finishing?
Sorry, Jake, but I'm with your dad on this one. I like seeing every step because that's how it really is in the shop. I don't skip steps when I'm trying to build one of the projects so you can't either! LOL
Show all the steps pleas. I learn a lot from the problems and the solutions. A time lapse for a day in the workshop would be interesting. From New Zealand
Ps I made a shooting board yesterday . On my goodness the accuracy of my miters. I made a 45 degrees attachment . Thanks . That’s why I want to see it all.
Those dovetails look amazing Rob! It’s taken 20plus episodes but it’s worth it. Any concerns on the through dovetails not matching the other large drawer?
Great video as always. Yes to both for me - show everything and a day in the life of the shop would be a great idea. Rob mentioned in one of his online workshop vids that if you plane for long enough, you'll eventually create a convex surface/edge. I've certainly experienced this - could you be explain why that happens? Cheers
Definitely show everything. There may be some little thing you so off camera that may be helpful. And I would love to see ‘A day in the life of...’ BTW...I’m going to order one of your dovetail marking knives, but will you eventually have them with a wood handle?
I think a time-lapse at the shop would be interesting. Also, think that there might be fathers of sons like me that would like to see what skills Jake has picked up as he has spent so much time with you; he sounds like he has picked up a lot. Maybe you two could swap sides briefly.
I want to see everything. Sometimes you give insight with out even realizing it I think. It all adds up. Thank you for these dailies. ps: is that wax "slippery"?
I am coming to the website late but have you tired your feeler gauge to see where the tight spots are; i.e. top and sides, when fitting the drawer? I know you have so much more experiences doing this sort of thing but maybe could be an option to us just learning. Sort of like using winding sticks.
Rob - Assume that you made two different drawers one with i/2 blind front and the latest with through dovetails on the front - Good views though enjoying all the detail - keep up the good work. Australia
I have a question! When you eventually slide the solid bottom into the grooves you’ve made on the inside of the front and side pieces, can the drawer’s geometry be affected? I was thinking it might help remove any twist or racking, which could be good, but then again, all the work that goes into fine tuning the fit into the case - is there a danger that the fit will be affected?
Ive commented more in this series than any other....you're including the entire process, troubleshooting mistakes and looking for missing tapes, note pads etc. This makes you real to us who follow your channel. We all can more easily identify with looking for something in the shop or fixing a mistake than cutting no dry fit dovetails. Keep filming all please Rob. Jake, your comments and part in all this is also helpful and appreciated. You voice our question or thoughts as Rob works on the project. Thank you both.
Rob, l like seeing EVERYTHING. I'm a beginner woodworker here in New Jersey, USA. I can cut dovetails, though it takes me forever, and I've made a few pieces of furniture for my house. I've learned so much from watching everything you do. The way you hold your handtools, how you setup your power tools, how you hold the wood while cutting on your tablesaw or squaring on your jointer; it's all a learning experience. Sorry, Jake By the way, I purchased a "Wood os Good" PHP shirt back on 4/17. Can't wait to get it!
To whom this may apply,
I’ve been watching since 2016. Not one time I’ve been bored with redundant skill training. The small details are the keys to raising your skill level. I have had the honor of being taught by Rob in his first vet. class. If you get bored with the reps. I challenge you to try to make one dovetail joint start to finish. Starting with sharping any blade, chisel needed. Set planes up. And take a rough board of your choice. Down to a true flat square and parallel dimension. Then cut in half square end and cut the joint. Assemble one time. No dry fits. And have no gaps. If that doesn’t happen. You need to pay attention to the small things that you are looking as a wast of time. Good luck!!
Marshal Rommel. USMC.
Show us your day to day. I love seeing what others do in their shops. Keep up the quality content.
You show a realistic view of what it takes to make woodworking an art versus a hobby. Good job!
Show it all ... one of the things I appreciate is seeing your problem-solving process.
I like all the details. The attention to detail is what makes Rob special. A day in the life would be interesting too.
Yes, we do! At least, I do - want to see every step of everything. That's what sets Robs channel apart from others. Some are clearly rehearsed with loads of outtakes that never get shown, leading people to assume it's a 1-hour job, but it will actually take a day. That's why most people give up!
I like to see everything. Rob is one of the only people who show it all. There is learning in everything.
I want to see all of your work. It helps me understand how to problem solve my problems.
The vdeo on sharpening the odd and difficult blades/chisel was great! Thanks Rob
You’re a teacher. I watch to learn. Even something as small as learning why you cut off the end that you did is something not everyone might know. Good stuff! Keep it all coming!
Jake spends a lot of time with you, so he may be discounting the reason many of us watch. When you’re doing even a repetitive activity, you are still a teacher at heart; you continue to explain what you’re doing, what you’re worried about, and why you’re doing it the way you do. We’re not watching a cut on the table saw, we’re experiencing your thought process. Please keep the camera running, we’re learning.
It would be great to see the whole working day. So much to learn !
I'm with you Rob, I enjoy the thought process as you work and it enhances the experience.
I don’t know how many times you do something, that sounds reasonably simple and straight forward, and i prejudge the simplicity - then after watching you do it... I’ve learned something that I would have never considered or thought about. It’s the subtle things that we take for granted, that sometime make a big difference. Sorry Jake, one vote for seeing everything. -smile-
Sorry Jake. I like to see it all. Always picking up little tips and tricks. Thanks for all you do.
What I think many of us like, is the "warts and all" nature of your vids. Editing can give a jaundiced view of the making process. I would certainly be interested in a "day in the life " video.
That holly is incredible.
Personally it’s nice to see everything. Mainly bc it shows different options that we could use in the event of a mess up on our hands. It helps give me ideas on how to fix things and how to work around things. At least that’s the way I feel
Your work and attention to detail is inspiring, it's also very heartening that you are willing to show your mistakes, so many on YT only show the best bits. You make the call Rob and thanks for your content.
My vote goes with the detail. The project is immaterial. The process is everything! You go, Rob!
I like to see it all. I especially love watching Rob sharpen. I don't think I'll ever grow tired watching him sharpen a plane blade or a chisel.
Please continue to show everything as it happens, very educational as well as entertaining. Keep up all the great work you and the team are doing!
I like seeing everything.
I love watching it all as it all teaches what it actually take and what goes into making something as simple looking as a set of drawers. As I eventually want to build my own set I want to see as much as possible
Thanks for the daily video rob
Everything including the Purple Heart Info. Thanks for the syrup, it was great!
I’m new to woodworking. I learn by everything you do and I enjoy seeing all the details. Sorry Jake...
I want to see it all. Rob sometimes says something that gives insight into another subject.
The more I see in what you show is that the detail is where it is all at. Show it all. I’m with Rob. Sorry Jake.
@Braydon Rex yup, I've been watching on Flixzone for months myself :)
I would like to see it all. To be honest it’s a little bit comforting to know even someone of your caliber still makes mistakes
I do like seeing how a professional hides his flaws. I have caught myself, on other channels, saying,”I don’t need to watch you sand it, cut all the pieces or whatever” but they are people I don’t respect or don’t feel I have a connection with. Oh! By the way! Send me some Holly.
I’d like to see it all we are learning from watching. A day in the life of the Rob Cosman Group would be interesting.
Sharp tools, = lovely sound. even online you can hear the wrong direction of grain. great video Rob.
Show everything, it makes the whole process real!!! And, I enjoy it and I hope everyone else does as well! You still need to route in the grooves in your out feed table!!! Do it!!!
I like seeing everything you do.
We would like to see it all. Otherwise, I would be watching one of the other woodworking shows that would have had the desk built in just 30 minutes. Thank you for your service to the Vets!
The more the better. When you goof I learn. The parts you talk yourself through the problems are some of the best. Live stream all day long would be cool also.
I like seeing all the details! I learn a lot more that way. Maybe once I am a lot better i will like the highlights
I believe you Rob I have seen you do it the perfect fit. Yes yes yes show it all. I can seen Jakes point that he may not want to see it because he has seen it many many many times so for him it is mundane but for beginners it needs to be seen so they can learn
I agree with Jake but I would like the timelapse video about the daily activities. Thanks for another great video, greetings from Brazil
EVERYTHING ROB!
Yes I would like a day in the life and a shop tour!!
Film everything. Not sure how many hours I've invested in this series, but I learn more from mistakes and how to fix them than a 6 minute dovetail. I know HOW to cut dovetails; I struggle with cutting them well.
Show everything!!! Such great content.
Bring it~! I'm all in for whatever you've got. :-)
Agree with Rob.
Once had a math professor in college who took a few more points off on an exam then I thought were deserved. When I challenged him taking extra points off when I was so close, he said that when I graduate I will be representing the university and because I did not show all the steps in arriving at my answer, I missed an obvious sign error by skipping steps. Took more points off because I did not bother to show the detail. Good life lesson. Devil is in the details.
Show the work!
HI rob that drawer is looking really nice. weldone.
Everything!
I want to see it all Rob!
I’ve been describing you to some one today. I said your tools are like the best quality. It would be like me going to Lowe’s instead of harbor freight.
I said there are no ...Lowe’s and homedepot in the cabinet behind you .
The feel of my lee Nelson plane watching you I can see why it is so satisfying . If I started the drawer would be 1/8” thick that’s so much fun.
Stunning
Like to see the entire process. Also, very much like to hear the dialogue btw Rob and Jake
Show everything! A Day In The Life of Rob Cosman Incorporated sounds interesting- just don’t give away any trade secrets…
Survey, yes please!
I'd love to see a show on a day in your shop.
Yes, I'd like to defer what your day to day is like. Thanks!
I'm in it to watch all of the steps.
Love your stuff thank you, I’ve learned so many little things that only come from watching people work
I think it would go a long way for you if you or someone else setup your mise en place
before you started filming, after watching you for a while it feels like you need 5 more assistants in your life 🙂
Show everything, it definitely helps because we follow your thought process along. It's interesting to see how you solve problems. Also any chance you can dedicate a video to finishing?
Didn’t see the survey but put me down for a yes, love to see a time lapse of of your shop activities...
Sawing MDF -- meh. Prattling with Jake -- always entertaining!
I am soooo sorry Jake but i do want to watch everything!!! All!! Todo!!! Thanks anyway :)
Sorry, Jake, but I'm with your dad on this one. I like seeing every step because that's how it really is in the shop. I don't skip steps when I'm trying to build one of the projects so you can't either! LOL
Show all the steps pleas. I learn a lot from the problems and the solutions. A time lapse for a day in the workshop would be interesting. From New Zealand
Show it all please. It helps to follow the narrative. But continue to skip time spent looking for tools or materials. Or cleaning up. Love these vids.
See it all!!!!
A day in the life sounds really interesting
THE WHOLE PROCESS EVEN THE OOPS ROB LOL!
I like the good mix that you guys usually do.... you show almost everything, but also know when to do some repetitive scenes off camera.
Everything!!!!!!
I am up for a day in the life of Rob and the kids.
Ps I made a shooting board yesterday . On my goodness the accuracy of my miters. I made a 45 degrees attachment . Thanks .
That’s why I want to see it all.
We want to see absolutely everything you do!!!!!!
I'm with Rob on this one, I'm happy to watch it all. And I'm sure this has been asked a million times, but what clamps do you use?
Those dovetails look amazing Rob! It’s taken 20plus episodes but it’s worth it. Any concerns on the through dovetails not matching the other large drawer?
Great video as always. Yes to both for me - show everything and a day in the life of the shop would be a great idea. Rob mentioned in one of his online workshop vids that if you plane for long enough, you'll eventually create a convex surface/edge. I've certainly experienced this - could you be explain why that happens? Cheers
All of it. Because even though cutting it is just cutting it there are nuggets that come out while Rob is talking.
Definitely show everything. There may be some little thing you so off camera that may be helpful. And I would love to see ‘A day in the life of...’ BTW...I’m going to order one of your dovetail marking knives, but will you eventually have them with a wood handle?
We want to see you and Jake bicker about what you should do. It makes me laugh. But I’m always a proponent for showing more, not less.
show it all guys!! even the sharpening
I think a time-lapse at the shop would be interesting. Also, think that there might be fathers of sons like me that would like to see what skills Jake has picked up as he has spent so much time with you; he sounds like he has picked up a lot. Maybe you two could swap sides briefly.
You usually make good decisions about what we see. Just keep on.
Okay Col. I signed up.
Yes on survey
I’d love to see “A day in the life”.
Film everything, including more of Jake.😀
I want to see everything. Sometimes you give insight with out even realizing it I think. It all adds up. Thank you for these dailies. ps: is that wax "slippery"?
Planing is s good excercise for the trizeps.
I am coming to the website late but have you tired your feeler gauge to see where the tight spots are; i.e. top and sides, when fitting the drawer? I know you have so much more experiences doing this sort of thing but maybe could be an option to us just learning. Sort of like using winding sticks.
I would like to see it all, please!
Rob - Assume that you made two different drawers one with i/2 blind front and the latest with through dovetails on the front - Good views though enjoying all the detail - keep up the good work. Australia
I have a question! When you eventually slide the solid bottom into the grooves you’ve made on the inside of the front and side pieces, can the drawer’s geometry be affected? I was thinking it might help remove any twist or racking, which could be good, but then again, all the work that goes into fine tuning the fit into the case - is there a danger that the fit will be affected?
See Everything!!! But I learn from watching so that's just my opinion. Thanks for sharing
Interesting idea, show us A Day In The Life
I’m with Rob......sorry Jake
BTW I’m curious....do you ever use metric.......I tend to use both.....
It’s all part of the process . What else are we going to do?its like having a stool in your shop. Sitting beside Jake .
Film it all!!
Would definitely like to see how the shop operates
I think just saying cut a piece to fit inside the drawer would be enough.
So, I guess you could say I'm with Jake:)