I Build the First Smart Hand Tool Woodworking Workbench

I Build a new hand tool workbench that is not like a traditional workbench.

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[blizzy]

Saddest part of the video was when he said “Alexa turn on the workbench” and my Alexa stated that I indeed do not have a workbench to turn on…

[myfinalheaven]

"This is my max level of enthusiasm" I like Sam. He seem cool

[djohnson]

I've never seen the stop block on a table saw technique before, thats whats great about carpentry. I'm 15 years into a successful career and still learning new tricks. :)

[williamlohman]

You should consider using parts from a sit &stand desk. This will give you the ability to go from a 24.5 hight to a 45 or more depending on witch 1 you buy. All electric and some with programmable settings.

[LanceMcCarthy]

Use a diffuser behind the logo (acrylic, etc), it will make the glow even and will look like you imagined it

[cpl_]

Sunday morning with a ridiculously cool (and expensive) project. It really doesn't get any better. Thanks for showing the good and the "F-ups" too. It really does make watching entertaining and reassures me that I'm not the only one that waits to the very end of a project to irreversibly screw it up. Thanks!

[bazilwreckerloughead]

Not only is that workbench HEAVENLY! But I love the shout-outs to other creators.

[nick]

I love that you include the mess ups and changes to plans. Also love the acknowledgements to other people. Super fun to watch you and makes me want to start doing some better projects!

[sunilpermaul]

I love Blacktail Studio!! Also, you should do a "re-do" or "update/fix" video where you do something to adjust the height of the table. It would be a cool part 2 type thing and you would get a taller table.

[steveferguson]

John, this is amazing. I follow Nick Padulla also. He stated he wanted his workbench to be an extension of his quality of work when customers come into his shop. You have just achieved this as well. When you have potential customers come into your shop and they see this work of art as a workbench that you use everyday, it becomes a selling point. Beautifully done sir and the carving work was the finishing touch

[dcmirk]

I really enjoy watching John's bare fingers get so close to spinning blades. Edge of your seat suspense!

[sureshot]

This bench and the Pedulla bench are two wildly different videos and styles. I loved them both. Incredible work. It looks amazing. I love the functionality. I love the details. I'm so glad you did the front the way you did. I was looking forward to this after seeing the snippets on insta and it was worth the wait.

[hulkthedane]

WOW. That "new", old saw 10:40 into the video looks DANGEROUS 👍🙈👍.
It is very useful, I get that.... but, but, but.
Keep building huge, awesome furniture, and stay safe!

[dougan]

I have been watching your videos for a while now and for some reason just now watched this video and I am very impressed with your ability to craft something that is beautiful workmanship and extremely functional, thank you very much for sharing your projects.

[bjsmithart]

Looks great. If it’s too low for you consider extending the legs with some of that contrasting wood. Keep up the good work!

[joehalisky]

That "new" radial arm saw is absolutely terrifying. And now I want one

[rraymond]

Incredible build. I love you showcase mistakes and the fixes for them. My mentor always said the difference between a pro and an amateur is the ability to fix/hide mistakes.

[karatekid]

This workbench perfectly matches your over the top builds. I love it. I also think this will probably be the trend setter of beginning to integrate technology into traditional workbench builds. And Im excited to see where it goes. Well done

[subnrma]

The hand-carved birth canal really is the finishing touch.

[emilyrln]

Omg I love the rolling glue hopper!! It's so cute 😂 and the table itself is just glorious! If you wanted to do a sharp-edged carving with that amount of symmetry, you'd probably need to use a CNC or be extremely precise in order to be happy with the look. Rounding it out both removes any small flaws and also makes the grain undulate so beautifully, just like the water ripple you wanted to emulate!