Up Your Dado & Groove Game With A Kerfmaker / Bridge City Tool Works and Hongdui Comparison

Поделиться
HTML-код
  • Опубликовано: 26 сен 2024

Комментарии • 803

  • @InspireWoodcraft
    @InspireWoodcraft  3 года назад +4

    This giveaway is now closed and the random winners have been notified. Thank you so much to everyone who watched and commented!

  • @vindachio1
    @vindachio1 3 года назад +3

    More I watch your channel the more I realize how old school i am with woodworking. Can't thank you enough for opening my eyes to the new tech which has made my life so much better. Thanks again for all the work you put into these videos.

  • @earlmorton1216
    @earlmorton1216 3 года назад +29

    I vaguely remember seeing something like this some time ago, but I've never owned or used one. Excellent demonstration! The only problem with your videos is that you always tempt me to buy more tools! :-)

  • @rhuynh
    @rhuynh 3 года назад +1

    Seriously you must be inside my head on all these videos! Another good one and I've been eyeing the Banggood version BUT I also took a Crack at making mine own when the cheaper version didn't exist. I was actually successful but 1) it took a long time and had to get some parts like the knurled thumb wheels and 2) it was a bit harrowing... can't believe I still have all my fingers cutting slots in small hardwood parts! So a cheap version is totally worth it!

  • @ferdbirdut
    @ferdbirdut 6 месяцев назад

    Now here we are three years later. I just purchased this and it is February 2024. I love the bridge city tool. From the packaging the customer service and the products it is unbelievable. Thank you very much for doing this video to further educate me in the use of this great tool.

  • @mikedixon7018
    @mikedixon7018 3 года назад

    I didn’t know these even existed. I love the concept. I just moved from another town. I had a great workshop there. The new owners loved my shop and bought the house and my complete workshop. So now I have built an new shop at my new location. I am currently outfitting it with all new equipment and tools. The house on this property was built in 1973 and needs a lot of help. So I am doing a complete gut and remodel. These would be a great help when I start the cabinets and trim in the house. I enjoy your vids. Keep them coming. Very helpful!

  • @whomadethatsaltysoup
    @whomadethatsaltysoup 3 года назад

    No need to apologise! We are all very grateful to individuals like you, who take the time to share your experience.
    I purchased the banggood version at the end of last year as it was on offer at £16 sterling. I have a sled for my table saw and just don't enjoy how messy cutting long rebates with a router is.
    Thanks for the clear explanation on how to use the tool.

  • @Timber2Toothpicks
    @Timber2Toothpicks 9 месяцев назад

    I am late to the table as usual. Everytime I watch you work I learn something I did not know. I own both of these tools. I am not really strong. Both of them I use regularly for different work. However… I always seem to migrate to Bridge City Tools. They just feel better in my hands and I have BIG problems with my hands. You cant go wrong with either tool. I use my BCT without a doubt more often across the board. They just work extremely well. Bridge City Tools are without a doubt a forever tools. Once you understand your tool they are awsome. Thank You. This is the best video ever on how to use these tools. I laughed at what I did not know…..

  • @Kenfitzpat
    @Kenfitzpat 3 года назад

    Ive looked at this type of tool for a long time. You are the first to explain just how they are used. Nice job. Thanks for sharing,

  • @bobcooke1820
    @bobcooke1820 3 года назад

    Hi i have the Hongdui and have used it a lot in the last year with no problems at all. Its quick and accurate. Thanks Bob

  • @diannawells6866
    @diannawells6866 3 года назад

    I'm not yet woodworking yet, but like the info on different tools and techniques. Found this very helpful.

  • @irakopilow9223
    @irakopilow9223 3 года назад +1

    I do not have either of these, but have been looking at the Bridge City one as well as the plastic variant made by MicroJig (not a fair comparison). Over the years, I have been adding Bridge City Tools to my arsenal. To me, they are at least one step above in design, fit and finish of any tool they offer. When I was younger, I always went with the not quite top of the line. Now, I tend to go for the top shelf offering. You never have to justify settling for the very best. You can see the pride in everything Bridge City makes just by looking at the thought and engineering they put into the box the tool come in. Fantastic!
    >>>>>>>>>> THIS HAS BEEN AN UNPAID ENDORSEMENT. I DO NOT WORK FOR BRIDGE CITY OF ANY TOOL COMPANY. JUST A FANatic

  • @brigetteanderson-atkins1128
    @brigetteanderson-atkins1128 3 года назад +1

    For those that may not be able to afford a kerf maker, Pask Makes does a very simple kerf maker on his channel. Thanks for once again taking your time to compare the two items.

  • @chrisrodriguez9779
    @chrisrodriguez9779 3 года назад +3

    Love these comparison videos and the fact you are not pushing just one product over another based on brand(cost).

  • @jercubsfan
    @jercubsfan 3 года назад

    This is the first time I've ever seen something like this and I'm blown away by how clever and simple it is! Thanks for sharing

  • @Viperjjr
    @Viperjjr 3 года назад

    I like the Bridge City kerfmaker. What many tool makers forget is the instructions on how to use the tool. Yes there are number of RUclips videos to that show how to use the tool, however for me it’s always nice to see written instructions.

  • @hjchrisman17
    @hjchrisman17 3 года назад

    Just learning wood working and you do a great job explaining different technics thank you sir

  • @steelwood74
    @steelwood74 Год назад

    I use the Bridge City Kerf Maker, and I love it. I bought it from the place I work at, we used to sell them, shame they no longer sell Bridge City, and no one does in Australia, so they're no longer available Downunder unless you order them online.
    Thanks for the comparison, it was worth seeing, shame more people don't see the value in them.

  • @timrxn6661
    @timrxn6661 3 года назад

    Fairly new to woodworking and I’ll be honest, I tend not to watch a lot of videos made by guys at least two decades my junior, but you have an excellent pedagogical style, I’ve learned a lot from you and thanks for the the first rate information

  • @etlonkennedy6016
    @etlonkennedy6016 3 года назад

    I have never seen a kerfmaker used before and I am impressed with the way it works..I have just started woodworking at the house as I have retired and need things to do and have a fairly nice shop set up, but it is fairly small....makes it easier to get thing done. One of these would make a very nice addition to my shop...enjoyed the video very much....Thanks, Elton

  • @richardc6932
    @richardc6932 2 года назад

    Definitely something I can use. Simple now that you have demonstrated it. A cool tool especially for the “tool junkies “ in all of us. Thanks for all of your vids.

  • @donniegaskill1836
    @donniegaskill1836 3 года назад

    I am just getting into the woodworking thing after 36 years in the oil industry. Retiring at age 70, I will be needing more tools. Thanks for the informative vids.

  • @henryfitzgerald4965
    @henryfitzgerald4965 3 года назад +4

    I like the way you explain things, Jodi. I’m glad that I discovered your channel!

  • @krisbeatty547
    @krisbeatty547 3 года назад

    I never thought I would want one but now I do. Greatly explanation

  • @theofarmmanager267
    @theofarmmanager267 3 года назад

    Excellent video. I have only just come across your channel and am very impressed. As a (serious hobby and sometime seller) cabinet maker with 45+ years of experience, little inspires me more to watch well produced videos, communicated in an easy going way that show me something or a method or a process that I didn’t know.
    Of course, there are many ways to do something right; and many ways to do it wrong. Your videos show relatively simple ways to achieve a high standard.
    What makes a good craftsman? My answer would be accuracy and consistency through pride and patience. We may say that we strive for perfection but “perfection” in woodwork is quite different from “perfection” in precision machine engineering. Timber varies in how it deals with stress and moisture; plywood doesn’t vary like that so much but do varies in thickness across or along a board. We work with those inconsistencies to achieve a standard which satisfies us. Not absolute perfection but a lot more than “good enough”.
    From a new, very happy subscriber.

  • @rodpotts2666
    @rodpotts2666 3 года назад +1

    I don't have one and never used one ,I do like a lot of bridge city's products. Your doing a great job.

  • @DennisMathias
    @DennisMathias 2 года назад

    REally good. Lots of reviews where they show you the tool, but don't do anything with it. This was excellent.

  • @mr.c6674
    @mr.c6674 3 года назад +2

    This review is timely. I'm new to woodworking and was looking into this type of tool a couple of weeks ago, but opted to skip it for now because I wasn't sure how or if I would use it. This video helped a great deal. I've really enjoyed your videos. Especially those wood burning how to videos. Thank you.

  • @teenghiem7852
    @teenghiem7852 3 года назад

    1st, why would you thumbs down such an informative vid, 2nd, it is pronounced “Hong Do Ee” (thanks Darren Gerbrandt) a Cantonese OEM woodworking factory in Guangdong, China est 2014

  • @thomasbrovarone7136
    @thomasbrovarone7136 2 года назад

    Thank goodness for You Tubers. I got the non Bridge City model and as easy as it appears to use a kerfmaker, It is so much easier when someone explains it. Thanks and well done. I need to check out your channel.

  • @colinwilson8747
    @colinwilson8747 3 года назад

    All the Hongdui (Hong Do Ee - thanks Darren) products are exceptionally well made,

  • @jonavedian1027
    @jonavedian1027 3 года назад

    A kerfmaker has been on the to-do list for a while. One of those would let me skip ahead. Thanks for the tips!

  • @frankhoward3874
    @frankhoward3874 3 года назад

    This video was very useful for me. I have been seen in hearing a lot about Kurt cutters but did not know how they operated. Now I do

  • @MrArcher0
    @MrArcher0 3 года назад

    Still wanting to get one of these.
    Edit after watching video: Absolutely love the way you walk us through the ‘how to’ part of the video.
    No one else would have explained the part of what to do with a wobbly blade like you just did. Brilliant in your barebones approach to educating us. Very refreshing.

  • @mblatner
    @mblatner Год назад

    I got this as a gift two years ago. I had no idea what it was. Thanks for the lesson. I’m going to put it to use right now 😊

  • @garryheinlein2183
    @garryheinlein2183 2 года назад

    Video on dados and grooves was very helpful. I am just getting into woodworking.

  • @kencoleman7762
    @kencoleman7762 3 года назад

    Both appear to be excellent solutions to a real problem. Thanks for the detailed explanation.

  • @bansheeindahouz7594
    @bansheeindahouz7594 3 года назад

    I learned about kermakers last year. Never knew much about it when watching vids. It's a really good idea with a very useful function

  • @charlesyoungblood7561
    @charlesyoungblood7561 3 года назад

    Love the way you present things. The information is direct with not a lot of fluff that I have seen in others. I am in the market for one of these but did not know if it would work for me and you took care of all that. Great job,

  • @greglcarpenter
    @greglcarpenter 3 года назад

    I bought one and I love it. Another great use is for t track dados. Best fit that I've ever had for t track......period. No "touching up" the dado after cutting it at all the 2 inch cutting width sucks a little. I have the hongdui version. It fell off of the tablesaw due to vibration and now there is a ton of play in it. If you pay attention and make sure that it's locked down straight, still works, but something to keep in mind on fit and finish.

  • @hoxha34
    @hoxha34 3 года назад

    i got mine from Banggood and I paid $20 which was a no brainer. it does the job. I had watched videos of guys making their own version but for the price and how it looked it was easier to spend the $20.

  • @bobmartin6055
    @bobmartin6055 7 месяцев назад

    Love that old Dewalt radial arm saw in the background!

  • @KevinKreutz
    @KevinKreutz 3 года назад

    I didn't even know that such a tool existed. Very cool demonstration. Nice work!

  • @breakinn403
    @breakinn403 3 года назад

    I purchased the Bridge City model years ago. It was pricy at the time but it has served me well over the years. I noticed that there are many "home made" versions of it that I'm sure work but the fit, feel and quality of the tool is what makes it satisfying to use. Thanks for the review.

  • @scottb.2022
    @scottb.2022 3 года назад

    I have the original US made Bridge City version that I used often when I first got it but not so much anymore. I always found I had to watch the instructions each time to make sure I did it right. Regardless, well made and great concept.

  • @joshalderette4053
    @joshalderette4053 3 года назад

    Like always great video.. I'm new at woodworking and you make it simple for newbies like me.. Thanks

  • @aramis441
    @aramis441 3 года назад

    I have the Bridge City model but I’ve never used it yet. Thanks, Jody, for the most clear, simple explanation/demonstration of how it works.

  • @michaelschmitz8028
    @michaelschmitz8028 3 года назад

    I love these comparisons. So much more usable information than reviews on websites that can't be trusted to be accurate.

  • @lewisway6811
    @lewisway6811 3 года назад +2

    Another great video sir. looking forward to what comes next.

  • @antonioperez3407
    @antonioperez3407 3 года назад

    New to wood working. I really like the way you keep things simple in your explanations. I like how that tool can take the trail and error away.

  • @_dooley
    @_dooley 3 года назад

    I have been looking at both of these for a while. Bridge city is the Rolls Royce of woodworking tools.

  • @jewdd1989
    @jewdd1989 Год назад

    I bought mine off of Amazon, sorry I haven’t used it yet hence why I found your video but soon I’m build the frame to my bathroom vanity and wanted to go half laps and bridle joints and remembered I bought the kerf maker that looks identical to the grey and red one you have. Thanks for the demo, excited to use it
    Update: it sucks! Either there’s a learning curve with this or it isn’t designed well. The direction the wheels are tightened down in can totally screw up locking down the kerf and it’s been unreliable so far. It’s hard to explain but anyone who has it I’m sure will face the issue I’m facing. I’ll be making my own jig at this point!

  • @stephensuverison6803
    @stephensuverison6803 3 года назад

    Great detailed video explaining how to use these tools to a person(like myself) who has never used or even hear of those before. Thanks for the information. 😎

  • @catrice6095
    @catrice6095 3 года назад

    Thanks Jodi, for sharing another great tool in the workshop. Your channel is always on my list when I want something explained clearly.

  • @themartinfamily01
    @themartinfamily01 3 года назад

    Thanks for making these videos. It great to get to know some many different tools and how they work!

  • @The_Conqueeftador
    @The_Conqueeftador 3 года назад

    Unrelated topic but. I wanted you to know your channel is the best channel for showing and explaining Shou Sugi Ban. I have been all over youtube and I have to say your channel is the best on this topic.

  • @joebosley5917
    @joebosley5917 3 года назад

    Great informational video. I like that you never rule out the less expensive option and try to convince people they need more expensive tools!

  • @brandenchatham1803
    @brandenchatham1803 3 года назад

    Hands down my favorite new woodworking channel!

  • @heystarfish100
    @heystarfish100 3 года назад

    My Hongdui kerf maker came shipped as shown plus it was in another plastic BangGood bag. I can’t believe the prices they sell these for. Hongdui makes several nice tools I’ve purchased and have my eye on several more. The DrillPro line seems as good to at least in the items I’ve bought. Currently I own this Hongdui kerf maker, the carbide glue scraper, a pair of planing stops for my Festool MFT/3 and I’m looking at the new miter gauge and linear arc scriber. My DrillPro tools consist of four pairs of the 160mm precision clamping L squares, the KT-R1 panel corner template jig and a no-name stainless steel 45 degree miter angle that I pair with my FastCap magnetic micro square in my shop apron. I’m glad to have all of these fine quality tools.

  • @jamesr6277
    @jamesr6277 3 года назад

    Love your temperament. Your ability to teach and make things easy to understand is great! Thank you

  • @ryankangas4882
    @ryankangas4882 3 года назад

    Simple but effective. What a good setup tool should be.

  • @micahhicks9437
    @micahhicks9437 3 года назад

    So many things to keep up with that's out there. Glad there's people workin to help new woodworkers get started

  • @ChrisHornberger
    @ChrisHornberger Год назад

    Wonderfully presented. Most videos I've seen on kerf makers are... hmm... less followable and more scattered. Nicely done.

  • @johndesormier8099
    @johndesormier8099 3 года назад

    Best explanation of using a kerf maker I have seen. They both look nice. Bridge City is fairly expensive and I am always hesitant to buy from Banggood.

  • @PoweredByHotshot
    @PoweredByHotshot 3 года назад

    I can definitely use this for future woodworking projects in the future.

  • @Intarsia82
    @Intarsia82 3 года назад

    I bought my Bridge City Kerfmaker about 5 years ago. It works beautifully and is extremely well-made. Notably it came with no special storage box nor instruction booklet. I used a youtube video for instructions. The price was rather high back then, around $80, as i recall.

  • @chopper02
    @chopper02 3 года назад

    Dude if you knew how many test cuts I’ve made to make tight dados! Great tool, love your video delivery, clear and to the point. Really helpful stuff. I need this tool in my life!

  • @neilrichardson9846
    @neilrichardson9846 3 года назад

    Thanks for showing the multiple methods of determining the Kerf and use of the tools. Great tutorial.
    I needed a tool like that this week as I was cutting dados.

  • @mccmike
    @mccmike 3 года назад

    Simple, yet very functional

  • @vampirejesus8170
    @vampirejesus8170 3 года назад

    The way you explained the use of these was really easy to follow. I will have to look into getting one. I knew there was an easier way to set up for these cuts. Thanks for the video.

  • @davidhoenig7391
    @davidhoenig7391 3 года назад

    Great video. Another tool I had to ask myself, “Why did I not think of that?” I would love to own either. Thanks for sharing.

  • @mpeek8209
    @mpeek8209 3 года назад

    I really like this for quick accurate dados

  • @houch7640
    @houch7640 3 года назад

    Starting my woodworking hobby late in life, 60! These sound like the perfect tool for beginners and professionals alike. Great vid! I especially like it wasn't overpowered by pointless music

  • @jrsmez
    @jrsmez 3 года назад

    Thanks for the demonstration and comparison. The video was interesting and informative. I have seen many different kerfmakers but still haven’t purchased one or made one.

  • @stevenkofoed1698
    @stevenkofoed1698 3 года назад

    Never seen a professional made kerfmaker! Thank you for your comparison.

  • @darrinmc
    @darrinmc 3 года назад

    I didn't know this tool existed until today. Very clear explanation on how it works! I'd like to have one in my shop.

  • @brockga09
    @brockga09 3 года назад

    Thank you for your in depth tool comparisons.

  • @clifforddavis722
    @clifforddavis722 3 года назад

    Thanks for that demo... I never knew that tool existed. Gives me a great reason to buy another tool!

  • @michaeldunn5280
    @michaeldunn5280 3 года назад

    Hello Jodie. As mentioned in previous comments I own some Woodpecker/BCT/Bangood tools-measuring devices. However like you also stated on several occasions I do not have one in the same tool from two different providers so I have never been able to do my own direct comparisons. I have the Bangood kerfmaker such as the one you demo’d in this video. The fit and finish and performance to my eyes is equal to that of BCT. I have owned and used it for about one year now and so far the knurled lockdown knobs are working just fine. No slop or stripping of threads etc. it works flawlessly and am very happy with jt. I also have tenon maker and they work excellent paired together.
    Another great video for the community
    Harleymike/Chicago

  • @Ashevillein
    @Ashevillein 3 года назад

    Banggood has really upped their game in tools over the last couple years. Thanks for the review

  • @PCAPro
    @PCAPro 3 года назад

    I love your videos your honest and unbiased. Thank you

  • @denisdore643
    @denisdore643 3 года назад

    These tools seem to be so easy to use to bring much more accuracy to dado cuts. You convince me that I need one! Thanks for the explanation!

  • @ajdizzle4shizzle
    @ajdizzle4shizzle 3 года назад

    Excellent review! I am a big fan of Bridge City Tools and John Economaki, the OG of design and function.

  • @DonsWoodies
    @DonsWoodies 2 года назад +1

    I actually had the Bridge City one, and after seeing this video a while back, bought the Hongdui one for comparison. After using both, gotta say I prefer the Hongdui one. Maybe because I like the larger size or whatever. It just seems to work better for me. Quite an impressive little tool.

  • @wttdashb2
    @wttdashb2 3 года назад

    Another great video. I have a home made kerf maker that I just used yesterday so this video hit the spot

  • @gatorspike
    @gatorspike 3 года назад

    Another video in the books and another job well done! I have neither of the kerf tools, and would happily receive one. :) Keep up the good work.

  • @Lutzboater
    @Lutzboater 3 года назад

    Very nice video. Don't have either, but they sure would make cutting groves easy. Thanks for the evaluation on these two Kerf Makers.

  • @sumandl
    @sumandl 3 года назад

    Jodi i have both - the chinese and the bridge city one. Both are working great for me. Great video - Keep it up

  • @thomaswheeler5900
    @thomaswheeler5900 3 года назад

    Great video. Takes some of the guess work out of doing half-laps and dados. Thanks for the work.

  • @richardeyel991
    @richardeyel991 3 года назад

    Great head-to-head video. I ordered up a Banggood about a month ago. It arrived this week without written instructions. Thanks for the "how-to"!

  • @Hydroch53e
    @Hydroch53e 3 года назад

    These are definitely the right tools for the job

  • @daveroberts4838
    @daveroberts4838 3 года назад

    I don't have one but thought what a brilliant idea. I'd love you have one in my woodworking arsenal.

  • @jbrown2270
    @jbrown2270 3 года назад

    thanks, glad to watch a nice comparison from a non biased viewpoint

  • @alans1816
    @alans1816 3 года назад +1

    These look useful and nice. For those on a budget, the wood blocks you used in your third calibration method will work just as well but slightly less conveniently. Put stock thickness and two short blocks between work and stop block for one cut, and long block between work and stop block for the other.

  • @ChuckBronson100
    @ChuckBronson100 3 года назад

    Hey thanks a million for showing how to use this tool. Great job.

  • @DarrenGerbrandt
    @DarrenGerbrandt 3 года назад +11

    I have the Hongdui, I've heard it pronounced Hong Do Ee, from Banggood but have not used it yet as other projects have taken priority but look forward to trying it out. I have several other Woodworking items coming from Hongdui, all look well made from the demos I've seen from "Hooked on Wood"

    • @MCsCreations
      @MCsCreations 3 года назад +1

      That's another great channel. 😊

    • @dfrechettej3v
      @dfrechettej3v 3 года назад

      Same here. I also purchased a few tools based on Denis's advice on Hooked on Wood. I have not used this tool yet.

  • @foddermott9532
    @foddermott9532 3 года назад

    Saw the Tamar kerf jig build. Got her plans. Then saw your review and ordered the Banggood version for less than $25. Saved half a day (or more) building one. Thanks for the review.

  • @pyrocix
    @pyrocix 3 года назад

    Had no idea this was a tool although I shouldn't be surprised. It was a good and informative video as always! Now I want one!

  • @7Makowski7
    @7Makowski7 Год назад

    I don’t have one yet, but would love to. Always appreciate your content. Keep up the good work!

  • @tazboy79
    @tazboy79 3 года назад

    This is the first time I've ever seen these. Cool