No thanks Festool, I'll keep my $1,500

This Homemade slot mortiser using very simple plywood dovetail slides to move the x and y positions has far exceeded my expectations. I was able to build it out of scrap plywood and a cheap router. The whole build cost less $100.00 Just goes to show some times DIY and Homemade is really worth the effort. This build saved me $1,400 dollars and I had a blast designing and building it.

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[ie]

Thanks for no music I much prefer just listing to the shop sounds and the process of making the project.

[outdoorodysseys]

This is pretty cool. Shows great ingenuity.

I especially like the part where you refuse to buy a $1500 domino, because it only cuts mortises. Then proceed to build this amazing and elaborate jig with a $2000 machine that only cuts pocket holes. 😅

[keenbay]

I'll tell you what I appreciate, someone using Bauer tools unapologetically. I love my Bauer tools and have nothing but success with them.

[bethbohnert]

As a beginning woodworker, I prefer your commentary. I Learn so much from your videos, I watch a lot of them even when I know I’m not going build what you are making. Plus, I love the ingenuity of your inventions!

[fat_head_Carl]

I like it when you're yapping all the time Izzy

[nicknamednickify]

I like both formats, but I think I prefer listening to your talk. I like hearing your explanations for the reasons behind your choices.

[mbgtx]

I love the project, will be buying the plans.
I personally love the running commentary. It’s helpful to get your insights on why you did this or why you didn’t do that, especially on future projects where I have gained that knowledge from you to apply to something else. I always learn something from your videos, even the most basic ones because you share your mad genius level expertise.

[keithosterkamp]

I personally like hearing your thoughts during the builds. It helps those of us that aren’t as experienced understand why you did something a certain way.

Very cool device as I’m all about making things and extending the reach of my hobby funds.

[kennelson]

Man I can remember watching Izzy like 7-8 years ago, always enjoyed your content. Glad to see your still in the shop coming up with cool ideas. Great work!

[adamm.]

Izzy, I have seen some people that may (and I really emphasize the may) be better than you at wood working, but I have never seen anyone that can make the way that you do. You invent some of the absolute coolest things I have ever seen. You should keep the running commentary as hearing your genius is extremely helpful and satisfying. Thank you for the immense contributions you make to the world of making things and the passion you help give me to make cool stuff. I wish i had just a tenth of your talents.

[earlmorton]

This format was okay, but I prefer your running commentary so I always know exactly what you're doing and why. Your explanations are always clear and informative, as well as entertaining. Thanks for what you do!

[thomasswearingen]

As someone who has spent years in woodworking I always see a new way to do something. Sometimes I am reminded how to do things that I forgot. I think that you need a balance between this and your other videos. I like it when you say why and why not. But just hearing the tools is ok to. In the end it is all about just being you. That is why we watch. I have never heard you try to tell me to get something that I already have a never use. The only thing that you say to get are things that work and that will make work simpler. I appreciate that. When you don't explain things we get to? Why you have done something. Both ways work.

[michaelbodiesr]

Izzy I love your videos, but also really like your explanations and humor! As I’m new to wood working I really appreciate your explanations.

[chrishelie]

Just an observation, and maybe a pro tip? 😅 have you ever used thin CA glue when tapping into wood? Makes the threads super strong. Just tap as usual, then apply thin CA glue, spray accelerator if available, then run tap in again, just to clean threads. It works really well! I love your channel! Very inspiring, even for a seasoned(old) woodworker!! Great stuff!!!

[WGAJeremy]

I'm telling you, Izzy, you are a boon to the woodworking community. I really appreciate you, the things you make, and the videos you share. Have a great one!

[MichaelDeschamps]

I personally love the running commentary. It’s helpful to get your insights on why you did this or why you didn’t do that, especially on future projects where I have gained that knowledge from you to apply to something else. I always learn something from your videos, even the most basic ones because you share your mad genius level expertise. From MTGX 1st said this andI whole Heartly Agree

[Chipotle]

Izzy, there is nobody quite like you. I really appreciate your brilliant yet practical projects. I love that you're using HF tools to show those of us on a limited budget just what can be achieved without spending big bucks. God bless you, brother!

[kopparsulfat]

Yes, you are picking on festool.... I LOVE it!😇

[laszloslenkai]

I too like your commentary along with your projects. Keep talking. Thank you.

[billsnyder]

As a novice and someone who tends to be analytical I like it when you explain the why and the thought process behind doing something a certain way.