Building a Rocking Chair… My Best Work?

This is was one of the most challenging woodworking projects I have done yet, which resulted in some of my best work to date. After working through multiple prototypes to make the perfect design for this rocking chair, I used traditional mortise and tenon joinery and am more than happy with how the rocking chair turned out.

Made entirely of Sapele and accented with square peg and bowtie spline made of Wenge, this rocking chair woodworking project will be a highlight piece in my living room for a long time!

[loyly]

Some youtubers would make a 7 part series out of a chair like this. Kudos for the timelapses.

[joegrimes]

Very nice work, I can say that I think your best work is flowers for Flo . This is up there on the list .

[clydenakashima]

Very beautiful rocking chair. A heirloom to pass down to your children. Stay safe and happy woodworking.

[antonoat]

It's Friday evening here in the UK, got myself a cold beer I'm going to chill and watch the master at work! Cheers! Beautiful work as always.

[sgsax]

Really lovely chair and video. I always enjoy watching you combine traditional and modern techniques as you work. They're really not so different, just different tools. The result is always something special. Thanks for sharing!

[nickyork]

Greene and Greene meets Sam Maloof. Very beautiful work! Love that guilty look at the end when you got caught.

[TWC]

Man, Gods gift to woodworking. You never cease to blow my mind. I've been with you since "Risen" woodworks. Your work is always so inspirational. There is nothing you are afraid to tackle. Stellar craftsmanship.

[budwoodman]

Very nice !!! I really like the inclusion of the Dutchmen that adds both a structural and aesthetic quality to the piece. You are indeed a true 'maker'. My late father was a master cabinet maker and I am sure he would have approved.

[andrewk-majordochomerepair]

Very beautiful piece of craftsmanship that will in all likelihood stand long after we're gone; one of those masterful and practical pieces that reflect the best of who we are as people in this time. Thanks!

[whatistug]

Always a treat when you upload one of your videos Samurai. Thanks for sharing

[rickpatterson]

This just bumped your reverse live edge dining table as the best build I've seen. Your talent is completely in a league of its own.

[darrenwidas]

Looks like a fine rocking chair. Hope your family enjoys it for many years.

[Megadoculous]

Beautiful chair - but I can think of two of your items which I prefer. The URN was positively amazing and so so touching. Also the jewellery box you made for your darling wife was truly spectacular. Thanks for the vid mate.

[nickdarbenzio]

Absolutely beautiful! Love every detail. Hit it out of the stadium

[ganeshtn]

Very nice beautiful and awesome extraordinary work 😀 👏 👌

[shiloh]

Absolutely beautiful work. Thanks for sharing.

[jasonkirkham]

Dude, it looks so organic, it's a thing of beauty. Nice work!

[michaelplays]

Great video, fantastic workmanship done hope it brings you many years of happiness

[christophermcdonough]

You make it look so easy Jesse, that's the sign of a true craftsman.
I met Sam Maloof in California when his woodshop was still down the road from where the compound is now, they move his whole compound thats on the national registry because of the highway coming thru. His Rocker is world famous.
Jesse, you are in his league. Your craftsmanship on all you build is extraordinary! Keep building, keep imagining, and keep pushing your limit, we all want to watch what you are doing next

[patsycline]

Watching as your chisel eats through material always lighten me up in the gray days, thank you for your beautiful work!