PORTABLE WORKBENCH BUILD // Small Space Budget Woodworking

I needed a small portable workbench to use while between shops so I built this DIY mini workbench out of construction lumber and normal store hardware.

After watching lots of builds and portable workbench reviews I decided to go overkill on the clamping options. I integrated a Moxon Vise, Plane Stop and Wagon or Tail Vise as a test run for my full size workbench build to see what I like and use the most.

Chapters:
00:00 - Worksurface Build
00:34 - Tail Vise
03:00 - Plane Stop
03:51 - Mortise and Tenon Legs
06:02 - Moxon Vise
06:43 - Finishing Touches
07:46 - Final Assembly

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[atticus_ink]

I don’t have any big power tools, just hand tools, so finding a video where someone builds a work table with hand tools is amazing. Thank you so much!!

[dianemoore]

This looks like the perfect workbench for me. I enjoyed you video because it was straight forward, not full of fancy equipment and plugging the different product companies. Thanks for the down to earth video Stumbling Bear!😊

[DavidLee-cwci]

This would make a terrific gift for a friend you know wants to get into woodworking.

[katieghidossi]

you are so smart and explain it all so clearly! Thank you so much! Also, so nice that you're using inexpensive wood to show it can be done!

[GreenLife]

Some of the processing techniques in this video explained the questions that came to my mind during the production process, thank you very much!

[danielhanawalt]

Great mini workbench. Not something I'd need since I only work at home in a small shed and have a cabinet I bought already built that makes a good solid bench. I got it and two wall shelves, again already made, all pieces about 5 feet by three feet and one foot deep, all for $100 bucks. Don't often come across a deal like that. Nice work on your video. Easy to understand instructions.

[reaper]

This is a cool little mini bench for in the house if it's too cold for going out into the workshop in the Winter months. Some days my shop is freezing. I don't have heating in there so during winter I can use a little bench like this in my work room in the house. I have a room with some tools in me gaff as well. Not loads but this is perfect for doing some smaller work pieces that need to be planed or worked on..

[rawru]

God, I love mini workbenches. Even has a tail vise. Ooh I like the wedge glue trick.

[helgirgirodo]

All work, even manual work, opens up great opportunities for perfection and creativity. Proceed! Thanks.

[iScoopyPal]

No inserting of stupid memes, narcissist comments, and commercials. Excellent presentation of a great design using available tools and hardware. A+

[gthcazn]

Thanks for sharing. I like when you made easy and did not add your own made up words for things.

[DrCottes]

Absolutely love the tail vise idea! You could easily go with a larger bolt if you wanted something a bit more heavy duty.

[B.A.Bassangler]

Great build! And thanks for reminding me that there are other humans out there still making it work with their Quick-Grip clamps! Looks like a good design to compliment my Rex inspired joiner's bench.

[IantheWoodcraftsman]

Great job!! Just right for when I downsize and move to a smaller home.

[FormerlyKnownAsAndrew]

This was an awesome build! Great job capturing the entire thing. Lots of work went into this and I definitely appreciate it.

[davidtarbell]

Really useful. I especially like that you did all of this with basic, inexpensive materials. I hope to add this to my workshop sometime soon. Thank you.

[bennyhill]

You did a gr8 job!
I feel that's what newbies need, gr8 little table that someone cam understand and most of all (Affordable))
I'm sure you do now but a good router will pay for its self soon
Take care GOD Bless!!!😇😁

[attilabori]

Nice editing, clear narration and proper handwork skills resulted this beautiful item.
Thanks for the effort Sir.
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[camarors]

This is great, I am new to woodworking and was about to buy the Sjoberg Smart Vise this week but saw your video and decided to try to tackle, my tools are few but I think I can do this. Big thanks.

[krishs]

Nice video. Very inspiring to a novice in wood working. Thanks for posting this video. Wish You A Very Happy New Year 2024.