I used to think the prices on your saws were a bit on the high side but now I See they are not. The amount of work, craftsmanship and detail you put into your saws and Marking gages and everything else you produce is of very high-quality. On a sidenote what you’re doing with PHP is very admirable and I thank you for that.
The look of pride on Rob’s face at the end is priceless. That saw is a work of art as much as a functional and practical tool. I love watching you work Rob, thank you for all the incredible education.
I have a standard dovetail Saw and all this attention to details can be seen and felt on the final product. The fit and finish is beyond all I've tested.
Great Video. I wish I didn’t live soooo far away, I would be at your shop making saws with you Rob. I’ll find you more beautiful pieces of exotic wood!
I think we are all in the same boat Ammed, What we all would give to be able to just turn up and help... and make a few things while we are there just to contribute.... of course!
@@darrylbrook5968 no, we would just there to see the master at work. We would try to help, but we would get in the way before five minutes are up because we would just be standing dumbstruck. If Cosman took apprentices, I wonder what the application process would be?
After you watch this you instantly realize why the price is what it is. These take a lot of work, a lot of skilled work, and the product is truly top of the line. It's something I'll never be able to afford, but for those who have that kind of cash, I can see why this is worth every penny. Great work, and very cool to see. I'd love to see more videos of how you guys make the marking gauges.
I really enjoyed this process. I use the one you made me often. Thank you by the way...Nice to see the fine workmanship you put into every saw you make.
I love the care that Rob takes as he works through the stages, and the sense of pride that he shows in making the best tool possible. These videos are always an utter joy to watch.
I have the pleasure of owning one of your dovetail saws with the black speckled resin tote (and also the matching marking gauge) . Both tools are as beautiful to look at as they are to use (even with the resin), they truly are super high quality made tools. On a side note, watching this video answered a question that I often wondered about. On my saw, the brass pins that go through the back and blade have a light pink hue to them, I could never figure out why until now... the loctite! It doesn't bother me in the slightest, just one of those "unexplainable" things that barely caught my eye. I can finally sleep now.
@@Thewoolywoodshop I tried using denatured alcohol once but it didn't work. It's possible that the brass pins absorbed/wicked the Loctite and caused permanent staining. As I said in my previous post, it doesn't bother me personally. I can see how it might annoy others though, considering the price of the saw. I paid $350 CAD +tax.
Those are absolute works of art. I love watching your channel Rob. We never met but you inspired me and taught me so much. One day I will own the dovetail saw and the marking knife with the same blade
What you made is a work of art!!! Outstanding craftsmanship! Again your motto: You use what you make. I am amazed by the quality and can not believe I have one of your saws. Thank you.
These are absolutely OUTSTANDING saws. I have three..opps, make that two because last week I gave my brother in law my dovetail saw. Rob, I'm going to need a new dovetail saw. Laurence
Yes, I gave it away. My brother in law works way too hard. He's very generous with others, but I don't think he would buy something like this for himself.
A master craftsman and artist. I can't think of a better endorsement for the saws than you making them personally. You should sign them as well. Just a thought. I'm a recent subscriber so I've done some binge-watching to catch up. There aren't a lot of guys who come across as comfortable as you do in your videos. Your running commentary is very conversational which makes it easy to listen to. There are other tubers out there who have had their channels for years but still come across like they're reading a script and with your videos, there's none of that. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.
Rob, great job! I'm always impressed with your craftsmanship. I'm currently in the military, but I look forward to retirement and spending more time woodworking. I will own a set of these saws soon. Amazing work!
Absolutely speechless. Loved watching how much attention and care you put into this. Once the borders open up, I’m gonna be signing up for the PHP and hopefully will be able to hold one of these saws one day.
Mr. Cosman, I would dream of having one of your saws, especially one made by you personally, like you did this one! Not much likely to happen, though, I don't know if I am ever going to be able to afford one. But that is what dreams are for! Beautiful craftsmanship, flawless product, love your content! Sincerely,
Holy moly the work that goes into these. This makes me really want a custom Cosman tenon saw and dovetail saw. I have a “standard” dovetail saw which is awesome in and of itself. These are on another level.
Well, that explains the cost of hand crafted saws. I guess I didn’t realize how much work went into them. As always, excellent attention to detail, and great teaching skills, Rob. Suggestion for your next “tool review”: Saws. Put yours up against a vintage disston fresh from eBay (no modification, just see what you get), a veritas, and a LN. Always enjoy the objectivity you bring to us even though you have your own personal biases. It would be a good way to explain why your saws have your own preferred qualities (folded/cut back, tooth geometry, handle grip, finish, etc.) Also, it might bring in a bit of sales (this video certainly will sell a few on its own).
A beautiful saw made only more beautiful with the exotic custom wood handle. Super enjoyable to watch your skilled hands create that custom piece. I hope someday to have one of your saws like that in my hands so I too will be able to create something equally beautiful. You are an inspiration.
I'm in southern California and I have been looking for wood like that for years. Everywhere else they say just hit up craigslist etc., and all you see on there is pine, palm, and occasionally some eucalyptus. I'd love to know that strain so I can try and source some of that myself. Beautiful wood and beautiful work with the saw in general.
Great update video on your current processes for making these beautiful and amazing saws! Love mine and always keeping an eye out on your website (and newsletter emails) for more of these beautiful, premium saws.
Hey Rob, John Akers here from Kennewick Wa. Could you please do a video, or add to a upcoming video, on how to use the Shawn Shim Dovetail Offset Tool. I am sure it is fairly self explanatory but it would be nice to see you show how it is intended to be used. Love your videos and your teaching methods are excellent. I have purchased several of your custom made tools and my skills have improved dramatically from their use and your ability to give good instruction on their proper use. I struggled for some time with proper sharpening of chisels and hand plane blades until I started watching your videos. I also always wanted to do hand cut dovetails but avoided them or used a jig (leigh dovetail jig) until I watched and followed your instruction. Now I look for opportunities to use hand cut dovetails. Thank you.
Same excellent quality. I bought my Cosman saw (dove tail) back in 2016, I think. To all who complain about the price, as did I, then I KNOW you actually haven't used one. I tried 3 other premium saws prior. Sold 2 gave one away after getting Rob's saw. I have since bought 3 more. Let me tell you the joinery cross cut saw is something magic. Never have I seen such a finish on a saw cut, hand, machine or other wise. Speaking of crying, think of the money I could have saved buying Cosman saws first and not the others. Cry once if you must.
My favourite video on all platforms. I hope that one day I'll have the opportunity to shake your hand, look you in the eye and congratulate you for the fine work you do. Well done. Wish I could subscribe more than once and I think it sucks that I can only give 1 thumbs up per video.
This is why I rarely question the cost of handmade tools . This is the perfect example of "you get what you pay for" One day I will have one in my hand👍
The king wood model you made was amazing! , do you use it often with your handles? As I said ..one day , covid lock downs haven't been kind to my bank balance! 🤣 Love your videos , they have helped me slow down and concentrate on each step instead of rushing to a sometimes disappointing end. Thanks Rob👍
I wish you offered a "DIY kit" that includes the blade, back, hardware and handle template. it would be so cool to build one of these ( at maybe 1/2 the price ?)
I'd love to have one encased in glass and mounted on the wall given its beauty, but that would defeat the purpose of owning one. These saws are a masterpiece of craftsmanship.
Beautiful Saw. I hate my hand being so close to the router bit also. I use a twin screw wood clamp to keep my hands away and if it hits a wood clamp, no problem.
Would love to see how you make the box for that saw as well. For quite some time i had trouble milling stock thin for small boxes and even in cases where i outsourced that job, there was always something going wrong.
That’s it, I want one! Any possibility of seeing how the blade is manufactured? I searched your site, I don’t see saws with wood handles, only those with composites. Where are the wood handle saws?
Great to watch you work - since I can't get out to my garage right now (Winnipeg, March 2nd, garage not insulated!) I was wondering if you had considered trying an upcut spiral bit to round over that very last bit of the top, the part where you said your current setup sometimes tears the edges.
This is a great video! I would like to try my luck at making a saw and I was wondering what kind of of slot cutter do you use to cut the brass back, and also what type of tolerance is okay? My saw plate thickness will depend on the best condition material I can source from an old handsaw. I already have the brass stock, but no slot. Thanks very much for you time.
Beautiful saw and an excellent video. You're easily the best teacher of woodworking on RUclips. I was unaware that cocobolo dust was toxic. Do you think it is safe to make spoons from that species? I have a small piece that I wanted to try to carve. I appreciate your advice.
Where do you get your blade to cut the slot for the blade in the handle? I’m looking to refresh a few of my old saws and maybe make one or two and this would help quite a bit.
I used to think the prices on your saws were a bit on the high side but now I See they are not. The amount of work, craftsmanship and detail you put into your saws and Marking gages and everything else you produce is of very high-quality. On a sidenote what you’re doing with PHP is very admirable and I thank you for that.
Tis both an honor and a privilege.
I came to basically say the same thing. Really great work.
This has to be one of my all time favorite videos that I've watched, and I watch them all. You are amazing.
Wow, thank you!
The look of pride on Rob’s face at the end is priceless. That saw is a work of art as much as a functional and practical tool.
I love watching you work Rob, thank you for all the incredible education.
thank your for watching and commenting
The contrast from sap wood and heart wood is stunning
Yes it turned out nice
I have a standard dovetail Saw and all this attention to details can be seen and felt on the final product. The fit and finish is beyond all I've tested.
Thanks, thats why we think its the best saw on the market today
Great Video. I wish I didn’t live soooo far away, I would be at your shop making saws with you Rob. I’ll find you more beautiful pieces of exotic wood!
You make a saw, next thing you will tell me you can make and install cabinets!!!!
I think we are all in the same boat Ammed, What we all would give to be able to just turn up and help... and make a few things while we are there just to contribute.... of course!
@@darrylbrook5968 no, we would just there to see the master at work. We would try to help, but we would get in the way before five minutes are up because we would just be standing dumbstruck. If Cosman took apprentices, I wonder what the application process would be?
@Darin Halvorsen, I would fit right in, show me once and I’d up in running trust me!!😉
True craftsmanship at the highest level!
thanks so much
Came across this after going down a rabbit hole on RUclips. So glad I did, I’ve learnt so much and been inspired by your work. Greetings from the UK
After you watch this you instantly realize why the price is what it is. These take a lot of work, a lot of skilled work, and the product is truly top of the line. It's something I'll never be able to afford, but for those who have that kind of cash, I can see why this is worth every penny.
Great work, and very cool to see. I'd love to see more videos of how you guys make the marking gauges.
that video is in the works
I really enjoyed this process. I use the one you made me often. Thank you by the way...Nice to see the fine workmanship you put into every saw you make.
Thank you very much!
I love the care that Rob takes as he works through the stages, and the sense of pride that he shows in making the best tool possible. These videos are always an utter joy to watch.
Thanks for the comment. I am humbled
I have the pleasure of owning one of your dovetail saws with the black speckled resin tote (and also the matching marking gauge) . Both tools are as beautiful to look at as they are to use (even with the resin), they truly are super high quality made tools. On a side note, watching this video answered a question that I often wondered about. On my saw, the brass pins that go through the back and blade have a light pink hue to them, I could never figure out why until now... the loctite! It doesn't bother me in the slightest, just one of those "unexplainable" things that barely caught my eye. I can finally sleep now.
As do mine, I thought it was sharpie, have you had any luck getting it off?
@@Thewoolywoodshop I tried using denatured alcohol once but it didn't work. It's possible that the brass pins absorbed/wicked the Loctite and caused permanent staining. As I said in my previous post, it doesn't bother me personally. I can see how it might annoy others though, considering the price of the saw. I paid $350 CAD +tax.
Those are absolute works of art. I love watching your channel Rob. We never met but you inspired me and taught me so much. One day I will own the dovetail saw and the marking knife with the same blade
Wow! Eye opening amount of labor. I do love my Cosman dovetail saw! Thanks for the video.
Thanks for commenting
Wow, Mr Cosman, that is fantastic.
Thanks for the comment
The level of detail you go to and care you take in making each one of these by hand is amazing. Phenomenal work, Rob!
Thnaks for the comment
Now I understand the price. Details are priceless
Yes thats one of the reasons we made the video
What you made is a work of art!!! Outstanding craftsmanship! Again your motto: You use what you make.
I am amazed by the quality and can not believe I have one of your saws. Thank you.
Thank you very much!
Holy cow!!!!!! Awesome craftsmanship!!!!! Stay safe Rob!!!!
Outstanding!!! Bob
These are absolutely OUTSTANDING saws. I have three..opps, make that two because last week I gave my brother in law my dovetail saw.
Rob, I'm going to need a new dovetail saw.
Laurence
What...You gave away your dovetail saw?????
Yes, I gave it away. My brother in law works way too hard. He's very generous with others, but I don't think he would buy something like this for himself.
I would have loved presenting one of your saws to my dad. He worked wood his entire life, into his 90's....
we would have loved that too
Wow they are absolutely beautiful saws Rob, best wishes from England .🇬🇧
You blew me away with this video. I am so inspired how much care and love you put into your work!
My name goes on it so thats the only way I will let it go out the door
Awesome to watch a pure master at work. Someday I will own one of those saws! College fees be damned 👍☺️
We have one waiting for you
Rob, that is just great. You made it so beautiful that nobody dares to use it just in case it gets damaged.😂👍👌
I do like the looks but they need to be used
Rob, I can help you find a good home for it!
What a stunningly gorgeous handle. Nicely done!
Its ready for sale
Great to see the care in the process. Love the look of the purpleheart handle on my medium tenon saw
yes i like it too. We will have a video on just that saw soon
Wow, watching the work you put into this honestly makes me want to buy one.
We have one waiting for you
Going to buy one when I get my life sorted, great stuff.
We will have one waiting for you
An absolute joy to watch! Thanks Rob and team!
Thanks for watching and commenting
A master craftsman and artist. I can't think of a better endorsement for the saws than you making them personally. You should sign them as well. Just a thought. I'm a recent subscriber so I've done some binge-watching to catch up. There aren't a lot of guys who come across as comfortable as you do in your videos. Your running commentary is very conversational which makes it easy to listen to. There are other tubers out there who have had their channels for years but still come across like they're reading a script and with your videos, there's none of that.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us.
Actually I do get requests to sign the saw which of course I do. Thanks for the other nice comments
Rob, great job! I'm always impressed with your craftsmanship. I'm currently in the military, but I look forward to retirement and spending more time woodworking. I will own a set of these saws soon. Amazing work!
Thanks for your service, and we REALLY mean that
Absolutely speechless. Loved watching how much attention and care you put into this. Once the borders open up, I’m gonna be signing up for the PHP and hopefully will be able to hold one of these saws one day.
Please do!
What a quality craftsman & product...
appreciate the comment
Thanks for sharing. With your step by step guidance that I can show my friend, I can certainly convince him that he can rehandle his grandpa's saw.
Glad to help
Mr. Cosman,
I would dream of having one of your saws, especially one made by you personally, like you did this one!
Not much likely to happen, though, I don't know if I am ever going to be able to afford one. But that is what dreams are for!
Beautiful craftsmanship, flawless product, love your content!
Sincerely,
I have enjoyed the video!!!! Love the way you have created the saw you are are a real artist!!!! Each saw have soul.
Lots of effort goes into each one
Excellent, and timely, video. I am getting ready to make new handles for a few old Disston panel saws that I inherited from my grandfathers.
Go for it! Send us a pic when you are done
Holy moly the work that goes into these. This makes me really want a custom Cosman tenon saw and dovetail saw. I have a “standard” dovetail saw which is awesome in and of itself. These are on another level.
Thats why they are a “Limited Edition” one of a kind
@@RobCosmanWoodworking extremely nice work, sir. Will be glad to eventually order one when the time comes.
Wonderful craftsmanship from start to finish!
Thanks for watching and commenting
Absolutely stunning!!!
Well, that explains the cost of hand crafted saws. I guess I didn’t realize how much work went into them. As always, excellent attention to detail, and great teaching skills, Rob. Suggestion for your next “tool review”: Saws. Put yours up against a vintage disston fresh from eBay (no modification, just see what you get), a veritas, and a LN. Always enjoy the objectivity you bring to us even though you have your own personal biases. It would be a good way to explain why your saws have your own preferred qualities (folded/cut back, tooth geometry, handle grip, finish, etc.) Also, it might bring in a bit of sales (this video certainly will sell a few on its own).
Sorry, but Luther doesn't let me review tools I make against another tool.....We already know the outcome
Just Superb!!!!
A beautiful saw made only more beautiful with the exotic custom wood handle. Super enjoyable to watch your skilled hands create that custom piece. I hope someday to have one of your saws like that in my hands so I too will be able to create something equally beautiful. You are an inspiration.
Really appreciate the comment.
That's a beautiful saw. I'm saving my pennies for someday...
we are ready to ship it to you
Good as all your videos but one of the best ive ever seen, enjoy your content and your way of handling precision at its best...
I hope the number of views this video gets matches your #1 rating
Amazing amount of work and attention to detail.
Thats why I think its the best saw on the market
Nice look at the production process, very interesting. Beautiful saw.
Thank you very much!
I'm in southern California and I have been looking for wood like that for years. Everywhere else they say just hit up craigslist etc., and all you see on there is pine, palm, and occasionally some eucalyptus. I'd love to know that strain so I can try and source some of that myself. Beautiful wood and beautiful work with the saw in general.
That is a beautiful saw!
Thanks for commenting
I had no idea how much work goes into a single saw. One day I will purchase one.
We have one ready for you
Great update video on your current processes for making these beautiful and amazing saws! Love mine and always keeping an eye out on your website (and newsletter emails) for more of these beautiful, premium saws.
Yea I need to buckle down and make another big batch
Absolutely beautiful
Thank you! 😊
Hey Rob, John Akers here from Kennewick Wa. Could you please do a video, or add to a upcoming video, on how to use the Shawn Shim Dovetail Offset Tool. I am sure it is fairly self explanatory but it would be nice to see you show how it is intended to be used.
Love your videos and your teaching methods are excellent. I have purchased several of your custom made tools and my skills have improved dramatically from their use and your ability to give good instruction on their proper use. I struggled for some time with proper sharpening of chisels and hand plane blades until I started watching your videos. I also always wanted to do hand cut dovetails but avoided them or used a jig (leigh dovetail jig) until I watched and followed your instruction. Now I look for opportunities to use hand cut dovetails. Thank you.
well do
Same excellent quality. I bought my Cosman saw (dove tail) back in 2016, I think. To all who complain about the price, as did I, then I KNOW you actually haven't used one. I tried 3 other premium saws prior. Sold 2 gave one away after getting Rob's saw. I have since bought 3 more. Let me tell you the joinery cross cut saw is something magic. Never have I seen such a finish on a saw cut, hand, machine or other wise. Speaking of crying, think of the money I could have saved buying Cosman saws first and not the others. Cry once if you must.
I couldn’t say it better myself, thanks
You can also use blue gum from Australia/Israel.. Its very cheap and beautifully feagured
Thanks for commenting
My favourite video on all platforms.
I hope that one day I'll have the opportunity to shake your hand, look you in the eye and congratulate you for the fine work you do. Well done.
Wish I could subscribe more than once and I think it sucks that I can only give 1 thumbs up per video.
I wish you could too...we need more subscribers and viewers....
Very different than how I do it, but great info regardless. Thanks for this Rob
Nothing to add it has all been said. Love these videos
Thanks for watching and commenting
Very informative
Glad you think so!
Very cool!! Thanks for sharing your process. Lots of care go into your products.
you bet
Very Informative and helpful video, thank you
You bet
thanks
Sir your skills amaze me.
Thnaks for the comment
Wow, absolutely amazing! Very beautiful, thanks for sharing!!💜
You are so welcome
Beautiful saw, you do not charge enough for your saws if every saw goes through this level of craftsmanship.
Every Limited Edition saw does, our professional line which we charge less for has a little bit more automation
very interesting rob, we're actually in NB for a month, will drop in!
Love to see you.
This is why I rarely question the cost of handmade tools . This is the perfect example of "you get what you pay for"
One day I will have one in my hand👍
I will make one for you
The king wood model you made was amazing! , do you use it often with your handles?
As I said ..one day , covid lock downs haven't been kind to my bank balance! 🤣
Love your videos , they have helped me slow down and concentrate on each step instead of rushing to a sometimes disappointing end.
Thanks Rob👍
I never got a box or a signature!!!! I would loge one tough!!!
btw i love the saw
Amazing
Thanks for commenting
Hope you get to making some more soon. I've seen you do some of this before but this was fascinating.
That's the plan!
Awsome!
I wish you offered a "DIY kit" that includes the blade, back, hardware and handle template. it would be so cool to build one of these ( at maybe 1/2 the price ?)
Love the videos, always learn something. Would like to see one about rasps and files. Thanks
We just finished shooting that. Its in editing now out in two weeks
Beautiful. Love the 3 I have.
Thanks for the purchase and the rating !
Be the waiting to see this
Thanks for watching and commenting
Exelente!!
WELDONE rob that was awsome handle.
Thanks tons
I'd love to have one encased in glass and mounted on the wall given its beauty, but that would defeat the purpose of owning one. These saws are a masterpiece of craftsmanship.
Outstanding!
thanks for watching and commenting
Wow I need a saw like that . 👍
You can buy them on our site at Robcosman. Com
Great video!!! Thank you very much!!!
You bet
Plexiglass template, great idea.
Yes...its the only way to see the grain
very nice sir padmanabhan v trivandrum india
That is amazing !
Glad you enjoyed the video
Beautiful Saw. I hate my hand being so close to the router bit also. I use a twin screw wood clamp to keep my hands away and if it hits a wood clamp, no problem.
great idea
Would love to see how you make the box for that saw as well.
For quite some time i had trouble milling stock thin for small boxes and even in cases where i outsourced that job, there was always something going wrong.
That might make a good video
That’s it, I want one! Any possibility of seeing how the blade is manufactured? I searched your site, I don’t see saws with wood handles, only those with composites. Where are the wood handle saws?
Great to watch you work - since I can't get out to my garage right now (Winnipeg, March 2nd, garage not insulated!) I was wondering if you had considered trying an upcut spiral bit to round over that very last bit of the top, the part where you said your current setup sometimes tears the edges.
This is a great video! I would like to try my luck at making a saw and I was wondering what kind of of slot cutter do you use to cut the brass back, and also what type of tolerance is okay? My saw plate thickness will depend on the best condition material I can source from an old handsaw. I already have the brass stock, but no slot. Thanks very much for you time.
Wow!!! ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨ ✨
Beautiful saw and an excellent video. You're easily the best teacher of woodworking on RUclips.
I was unaware that cocobolo dust was toxic. Do you think it is safe to make spoons from that species? I have a small piece that I wanted to try to carve. I appreciate your advice.
Well the dust is toxic once made and sealed I think the wood would be OK...still to be safe I would try another species
@@RobCosmanWoodworking Will do. Thank you for the reply.
So how long does it take to do one saw, the wood on that handle is absolutely amazing!!!
If you count the 7 coats of tung oil, about 10 business days
Love the “K9” patch on your apron….prominent right in front……11 year explosives dog handler here in the States…(retired)
That was from a K9 MP
Where do you get your blade to cut the slot for the blade in the handle? I’m looking to refresh a few of my old saws and maybe make one or two and this would help quite a bit.
It is good job.
Cuts sweet too!
Start to finish in real time, how long does it take to make? Thanks!
Hey Rob, great video!
A question for you, on your dovetail saws filled with a rip profile, do you add any fleam to the teeth? Thanks, Jim
None and have never found a reason to.
Que kapricho, parabéns
Thanks