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[billiondollardan]

I've been watching videos like this for about 7 years. I think I might be ready to start woodworking lol

[MaydaysCustomWoodworks]

Hey Steve. I'm a pro self employed cabinet and furniture maker. I have about 12 years of experience. When I started woodworking i watched people like the wood whisperer and other great craftsman who had tens of thousands of dollars in tools and i thought I needed the same to be able to make great products. I even acquired some debt to purchase tools i thought I needed for some jobs in the past.

I absolutely love your videos man. They remind me of Bob Ross's painting videos. You explain things from the perspecrive that woodworking is for everyone and doesn't require a ton of money to do. I am a huge advocate now of making your own tools and buying the least quality/priced tool that can serve you appropriately.

Now with that said, because this is my job I do now own a lot of laguna, Festool, and Makita tools... But only because they get the work done fractionally faster and I can put more wear on the tools without them breaking. I can do the exact same quality work with black and decker and Ryobi tools. And in most cases, people would be wise to purchase a lesser brand tool to be able to purchase more materials, and a variety of tools that will suit them instead of getting hung up on these crazy tools that they see others using.

Keep up the good work man

[danieltarcho]

Diction apologize for my writing, I do not even speak English, I write the following message by google translator.
Excellent your explanation; encourages me to continue.

[kathyrosier]

Lol, "workshops that are the size of aircraft hangars." So true! Thank you so much for catering to us mere mortals!!

[SteveRamsey]

It's easy to get discouraged thinking that woodworking is too expensive to try. Let's break this impression! If you've been at this for a while, please leave your tips for ways that new woodworkers can save money when getting started.

[timothyfahlen]

Hey Steve, I want to send a quick thanks. I just built a king size bed frame out of African mahogany and your videos were my primary teacher. Your pocket hole video, gluing and sanding vids, and general tips sprinkled throughout all your projects have been invaluable. Thank you SO much!!

[roadweary]

I love that, despite your success, that you remain in your garage shop and respect you for keeping it real. Thanks as always, Steve!

[bruceeggleston]

Steve, I've been a hobbyist Woodworking for about 40 years. I was never really did anything that was very complicated at all. Mostly refinishing antiques. When i was 20 years old, I bought a Solid walnut Waved drawer front with a hand beveled mirror and wooden casters and get this, i paid $5.00. I refinished it and was hooked.
I want to tell you that I've learned so much from you. Of all of the thousands of people that make woodworking videos, I love yours more than anyone else I've seen. You have an awesome sense of humor and make it so much fun to watch while learning very important techniques and safety tips. Thank you so much for your videos.

[splifsis]

I wish a table saw was an option for me. I live in an apt and have to drag everything out to the patio to wood work. One day I'll own a house. In the mean time I'll keep learning

[InfiniteCraftsman]

YOURE an essential power tool...🤣 no really, you’re essential to this community. Thanks!

[RoomFourError]

Thank God my wife didn't watch this video with me. It would have killed my excuses for more tools. Thanks Steve, it was a useful video.

[volatilesky]

My main tip - garage sales. For your first tools, just got garage sales. You can get stuff for a dollar or less if it takes some restoring, and you learn how your tools to together, how to repair/replace parts, and make new parts. I have about 5 hand planes from 1920-1960, that are totally solid and only needed surface rust removal (with a wire wheel on a bench grinder which also came from garage sales) all of which cost me less than $20. And even if it's broken or needs parts - keep the project in mind as you sure stuff up for useable parts to fix your other tools. Or you can go max out a couple credit cards on brand new tools you probably don't need. But i feel a bit proud that i can look at my work bench and know that all the tools there, are things I've restored or made myself. I would honestly only consider a new table saw as the only thing to get new - but then again, of an old table saw has a true top, they can often have the motor easily replaced.

[jhustinesalatine]

Miter saw - 1:55
Circular saw - 2:40
Jigsaw - 3:11
Tablesaw - 4:06
Drill & Driver - 5:14
Random Orbit Sander - 6:04

[evethompson]

I would have to add a shop vac to this list. I never use my random orbital sander without my shop vac. I think it is just as important as a good sander. Otherwise I totally agree with your list and I love your videos.

[JasonHoningford]

You're the first youtube woodworker who isn't standing in front of 50 hand planers!

[nomifrog]

Just discovered this channel in 2020, ive always been interested in woodwork but always felt it was an expensive hobby! Thanks for making these sorts of videos filled with great advice!

[treyedwards]

If I could make a recommendation, it would be a project that using as many table saw techniques as possible, and to do it very beginner friendly. Something that someone brand new could follow along and build something, while learning the different ways to use their table saw.

[mammothfilms]

I’m fairly new to woodworking and started with a second hand non-sliding miter saw. I upgraded to a sliding Kobalt about a year ago and the slider is a major timesaver. I’d recommend laying out the extra funds for a sliding miter.

[robertjones]

Used tools, used tools and used tools. Steve’s suggestion is on the mark. If you’re not in a rush estate sales and auctions are a great source.

[PilatomahawK]

sometimes I think about the woodworkers of the XVIII century and before industrial era. They oughted to be so precise, full of stamina and disciplinated, and with just very simple tools they got the work done and made truly art furniture. Very good advise for a southamerican woodworker, where powertools are even more expensive than in US or EU