The $1,200 Woodworking Shop - Can we build it? What Tools Do You Need?
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- Опубликовано: 16 дек 2020
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Today we are starting a new series on how to build a woodworking shop and what tools you should buy on a budget. We are going to try to do this for $1200 and build a fully functioning woodworking shop. There is a list of tools over on my website and we discuss the parameters of the build. We are going to raffle off the shop at the end to benefit the Katz-Moses Woodworkers with Disabilities Fund. I really want your input and look forward to reading your comments. Let me know what you’d like to see next. Thanks for watching! Please like, comment and subscribe. Cheers!
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Based off of your list I have a few must haves:
Ear/eye/dust protection, speed square, 4ft level (makes a pretty good straight edge), combo square, and more clamps.
One other item, and it might be controversial, would be the $20 kreg jig and it's clamp. If you're going from handy to woodworker a pocket hole joint is a great starter joint. They can be
used to build shop cabinets and a work bench/assembly table to get you started on more complex and better joints.
Also, more clamps.
This seems like a great idea. Kind of like Steve Ramsey's weekend woodworker & outlining how to set up a shop for about a thousand, except he focuses on buying new
Must have tools near in order: eye, lung & hearing protection, a hand saw, chisels, some marking tools and a good tape measure. Next step, a sander/card-scraper & jig saw and/or table saw. Then hand plane (block, then maybe #4 or low angle jack) and router. Then you can get in the more superfluous: band saw, other hand tools, planer, drill press...
So im wondering if using a cheap electric hand plane from somewhere like HF and some plywood then building a tabletop 3" jointer would be better than going out and buying a $200 plus 6" jointer (cause even used they can cost around $100 plus) just to start out with. It would teach not only how to properly use one, but would also what all the different parts are as well as getting people very familiar with the tool itself. I saw that you have $250 on the budget for a table saw, idk about California but around me you can get used jobsite saws for about $40-60 and all they need is cleaning, and squaring out. I lost 75% of my shop when I moved from Florida to Michigan in 2019 but for $150 in actual cash I had a table saw, scroll saw, router table, plunge router, trim router, bandsaw, chisels, dust collector, saber saw, circulars saws (4 in different sizes) 13 gal trash can full of saws and a bunch of other things. The reason I was able to do this is because there were people I knew who didn't have a bunch of money needed work done and had tools sitting in garages and sheds that just never got used so I bartered with them, it helped them and it helped me so maybe if its not an issue you could recommend the barter system especially for people who live in the country.
Agree with others - safety first. Eye protection, respirator, hearing protection etc. Get a decent used table saw and make a zero clearance plate, make a cross cut sled (Tamar has a great design) and add a JKM stop block - a definite must have!
Also, a good set of brad point drill bits - game changer compared to ordinary twist drill bits. Random orbit sander, too.
Hey, is this series still happening? I'm planning a dedicated shop space and would love a posting about electrical and lighting
Apparently not...
A pocket hole jig . I bought one when I started learning how to to do some wood working and it has come in handy for a lot of projects
After spending over a month waiting and waiting for a used (not junky) bandsaw to come across Craigslist or FB marketplace, I posted a message to a local Facebook woodworking group. A local pro woodworker had two (one giant 3 phase monster, and one nice Laguna 1412). He wasn’t using the Laguna anymore and we came to a good deal. Point is, sometimes woodworkers are sitting on tools they haven’t used in years. When presented with an easy sale, they’ll raise their hands and make the market bigger.
You are 100% correct. I ended up with an extra table saw (long story but I got very lucky) and was using it occasionally just for dadoes because I simply never got around to selling it. A guy stopped by one day that somehow heard I had two and offered me perhaps 60% of it's value and left with a like new 2 year old table saw because he made it easy. There are tons of great tools in shops all over the place not being used, and may not be listed for sale, and the owner would sell them if simply asked!
Missed you. Great to see you back and this is a great series.
Used table saw, sliding miter saw, router, drill, circular saw, jig saw, random orbital sander are my absolute musts to start working.
For me? If my house burned down and I got an insurance check...table saw and cordless driver. They have bits with the driver shank now. Of course I'd get a drill too eventually, along with all the other tools you mention. Third would be a jigsaw, but that's just because I use that more than other people might. I guess it all depends on what you do the most...
How much to sell it
Well said. I have a few of what you mentioned
Dust collection. Even if it's just a shop vac and a DIY chip separator.
And a vent as a minimum. A high cfm vent mounted in a cut out in the wall or window does wonders for the airborne, breathable dust particles. And it's not very expensive.
+ box fan w/ hepa or merv 15 filter to clean the air.
Clamps, clamps, clamps, clamps
I try to buy a clamp every time I am at the Big Box stores.
This sounds like an awesome series. I have been slowly outfitting my home shop and only recently bought a used Delta 36-725 table saw. I am slowly upgrading my entry level tools.
I bought the 36-725 new a few years ago, best single item I have bought. It was an up grade from a cheap under powered little table saw. I would never advise someone to buy one of the the cheap table saws. I too have been upgrading my entry level tools
Layout Tools: Marking Knife, .05 Lead pencil, combo square, 6" ruler
Straight Edge
And a speed square! It's the smart half of my "on site drop saw."
@@JeanMinutile That’s a good one. A straight edge wouldn’t be part of my “must have” recommendations, but I’m really glad I have one (two actually). Very helpful.
Router.... the most versatile tool in the shop- and probably the most misunderstood. You can jig it to do everything. It’s the one tool I take when I have to travel cross country for site modes of a display.
True. It’s not a great tool to handle, makes annoying noises and can throw up a ton of dust, but it replaces lots of hand tools and can also stand in for large machines. I only use hand tools (except for drill and driver), but I might get a nifty router one of these days.
This is such a great idea for a series of videos. Looking forward for upcoming videos!
Favorite account on YT. Glad you’re back dude!
Can't wait for this series. I work as a social worker with veterans and have been trying to build up equipment to start a "therapy shop".. this is going to help me so much with how to start out and help these guys out!
Hi Jonathan, I’m a hobbyist and turned his single car garage into a working shop. Thanks for all the tips over the years 👍🏽. One tool I would recommend on a budget and it holds its weight in gold is a “Caliper”. You can get an inexpensive one to start and people won’t regret it.
🔆LIGHTS🔆 and More 🔆LIGHTS🔆!!! Its one of the cheapest ways to improve your all around shop experience! It matters.
ckent1975fm agree ,I have 18 - 8 ft 5 k LEDs in my 2 car garage it's so nice for my old eyes.
@@rodpotts2666 I thought I over bought on lights when I put 16 4’ LES lights in my 3 car garage. I sure don’t lack for light though. And I agree it is a must have to woodworking. Shadows are killers.
Wow you two did it up right! I went from two fixtures (single bulb) to ten 4ft led shop lights and thought i finally emerged from the dark ages.
I would agree, lights are important. I have two 8ft led lights but the way I have them currently there are areas where the shadows are a problem at times. Having more smaller units evenly spaced out sounds like the way to go.
Yes. The more candlepower, the better.
I've started to get into woodworking since the pandemic started and I've been stuck at home. This channel has been really informative and inspiring so thanks for that!
My dad and I have done some pretty major renovations on my house over the past few years, so I was already pretty handy going into it and had all of the basics in terms of general construction tools. I've learned a ton so far trying to turn that pile of tools in my garage into a modest woodworking shop, but there are three things I would pick out of that experience to share as a response to this video:
1. Maybe this is different elsewhere, but in the Seattle area where I live I found that it's almost impossible to get a thickness planer on Craigslist for under $200 whereas if you're patient you can easily get an old contractor's table saw with a cast iron top for less than that amount. I didn't do an exhaustive search on other online marketplaces, but I would consider being patient for a deal on a saw so you have more money left over for a planer (I got really lucky and wound up getting a ~20 year old JET contractor's saw in really good shape for only $100).
2. That consumable budget mentioned in the video can get pretty big. Don't assume that you'll be able to spend $1000 or $1200 or whatever and be set. Woodworking is a hobby that requires you to continue to spend money and can allow you to spend a LOT of it. Be prepared for that going into it, otherwise you're going to waste $1000 and a lot of your time to find out that you still need to keep saving and setting aside money to support your hobby. It would be great to see you track consumable costs as you go along just so people can be aware of what to expect.
3. I've seen a lot of these "build a shop for under $XXXX" (usually $1000ish) videos and I'm always a little annoyed that the creators who make them use their very expensive tools and shop setups in basically all of their other videos where they're actually making projects. It would be awesome to see this series include as many videos as you're willing to make on building projects with ONLY the tools from this list. Even better, try not to use your existing shop furniture while you're at it and just use what you build with this setup! I think that would be super encouraging for people who are just starting out. I've found that one of the real skills to learn which is harder to see in project videos is how to establish a good workflow for your tools and space, and I think it would be great to see you go into that a bit once some of the tools have been acquired.
Thanks again for the awesome videos and looking forward to watching more in this series!
Start with a used contractor-style tablesaw. A big flat cast iron top is what you want to learn on, and you can likely resell it when you're ready to upgrade. And if you decide it's not for you, you're not out that much money.
Next build a good cross-cut sled for your tablesaw. This takes away most of the need for a miter saw. Sure, a miter saw is more convenient, but also we're starting cheap.
I would NOT buy a circular saw, as you mentioned. A jig saw is cheaper can be used for curves and still also be used to crosscut lumber to get it smaller to take it to the planer or tablesaw.
NEXT build stuff, then do exactly what Jonathan said: buy tools to suit the projects YOU want to build.
I really liked having the Kreg Accu-cut starting out. Early on you're building lots of shop fixtures out of sheet goods. I built half my workbenches with the Accu-cut before I even got a table saw. I still prefer it for breaking down sheets.
Great to see your return mate and great idea for a series of videos. I look forward to watching these. 👍
Stoked you are back and love this idea🙌🏽 This next year I made my list for this exact thing
Welcome back my man, I think we all look forward to your woodcraft catharsis.
First thing you said is so key! Don’t go out and buy a bunch of tools- buy what you need for what you want to do. I build it into my project budgets.
So very glad to see you back - missed your videos. Have a wonderful Holiday and a Better than 2020 New Year!!
So glad to see you back and on it! Cheers, Jonathan!
A must: adding a couple additional outlets in the "shop". I'd gladly give up a jointer for a couple additional outlets on a new circuit.
Also, a good shop vac.
I started my shop with $50. I got a used miter saw and ROS sander. I recycled lumber from pallets. Then I found a used plunge router at Habitat Restore for $20. I had a folding table and a stack of pallets for workbenches. That was June 2012. There are a lot of things you can make with just a drill, miter saw and sander. I did end up getting a new router/table. But that was more of a gift. I then bought a table saw used for $50. First thing I bought new was a planer from Lowe's with my first RUclips Adsense check. (Before they changed standards). I think buying used is the way to go. You can learn a lot with those tools and get you started. Then when it's time to upgrade you are better equipped to know what you want and why. That was 7 1/2 years ago. Now I have a full shop with almost every tool you could need.
Welcome back dude. Wishing you all the best. Really appreciate the content and products you create.
I'm aware that you've been having a bit of a crappy year but you always put on your big smile for us in your videos. Please look after yourself, it's important. I hope you have some good things to look forward to at Christmas. Thanks again for all your videos.
Great to see you back JKM!
Hoping for a great (and productive) 2021
The KM aprons are high quality! I wear it every day in the shop! I save time not looking for those daily use items!
A quality straight edge and combo square. Must haves!
As a budget woodworker I’ve found a belt sander to be very useful and quite inexpensive. Clamped upside down helps shape small parts or even smooth rough stock. Used normal on table tops helps deal with glue ups that weren’t quite as flat as I hoped.
Welcome back again!lol, i open my own shop about 5 months ago! And the most use tool is the hand saw,hand plane,and cross cut jig! Cabinet making!
I would add straight edges, combination square, T-square. Pipe clamps are useful (can't have enough of them!). Look forward to the series.
I would add if you can get the 1/2” pipes even better, they are light and easier to move.
I say this a someone who has ended up buying lots of 3/4” pipe clamps and then don’t use them as much because of the effort to set them up. However for large table builds they are still my go to!
When I first got started about 9 years ago, I built an oak wine hutch with 2 drawers, 2 doors, and holders for 12 bottles. I didn't know any better, and assembled the whole thing using those 59 cent corner and L brackets from the home center, and screws. I bought pre-milled oak from the store, and used a circular saw, drill, and palm sander to do the whole thing. All the brackets were hidden and to this day it looks just as good from the outside as anything I've built recently with a full shop of tools. I could build it all over again in a quarter of the time now, but my point is right in line with this video - you don't need a ton of tools to get started. Great series, Jonathan!
After watching the video about the bandsaw I have been looking online nearly every day for tools and I have found some very good bargains. First find was 3 Stanley No.4 planes for $50 AUD. So now I have a nice smoothing plane, scrub plane and one for spare parts. They go well with the Katz-Moses apron.
Just watched No Zero Days - all I can say is thank you!
A must have tool? Table saw. I’ve taken up woodworking again this year, building my workshop up bit by bit, watching a LOT of videos....and there seem to be a thousand uses for a table saw. Milling. Cutting straight and square sheet materials. Mitres. Rebates (rabbets to you). Trimming. Jointing. Ripping thin pieces. Dados (even without a dado blade stack).
I don’t have a table saw yet, and every project takes me forever as getting large pieces square from the off is a nightmare. Sure, you can plane them to square, but with a table saw capable of cutting square it’s just done and move on.
I'm excited for this series! I'm currently building my own small shop, and that's about the budget I'm working with. I'll be glued to this series. 🥸
Welcome back, Jonathan. Personal stuff is hard. My Dad is very sick, and he won't be getting better. Just as I'm changing the focus on my workshop from a bowling pro shop into a wood hobby refuge, I'm inheriting his tools. Mostly metal working, but some nice old tools to restore and get ready for another lifetime's service. It's wonderful, tough, heartbreaking and even joyous, going through his old things. What a year.
I hope that you're okay, man. Know that whatever it is, you're not alone.
And great theme for a series. I'm looking forward to it. (Even though I have too many tools now!)
My first three tools were a table saw, sander, router and I made a table to put the router into, jig saw, and a vacuum to help clean up.
also most of my jigs are made out of scrap pieces of mostly ply wood from projects although thats just me attempting to cut costs.
I started with pretty much the same
Great to see you back, looking forward to the series
Thank you Jonathan!!! I just purchased a table saw and some hand tools yesterday.
My must haves are something I trust to stay square and a good pencil to mark stuff. Those tools have served me well even as I migrate from hybrid to hand tools.
This is going to be a great series. Excited about the new year.
My daughter and husband just bought their first house, a
missed you man!! glad things are better and look forward to all the new content.
Great video! I've been slowly acquiring tools this same way. Getting lucky on the marketplace and finding great deals.
Been checking fb market for a couple of years now. Great resource. Sucks when I encounter a great deal because a family is clearing a shop due to loss of family member that was the woodworker. I typically stay to get to know the woodworker thru the family. I like the story behind the used tools. Glad ur back!
Super excited for the series!
Some of my favorite series have been Rex Kruger's woodworking for humans and Wranglestar's common man's wood working kit series.
Always fun to see experienced wood workers sharing their wisdom on getting started.
Ps if you don't have the dovetail jig then you need to get one. It's one of my favorite purchases and I use it all the time for perfect cross cuts.
Your stop block is 100% needed. For accurate repeatable cuts, this was a game changer for me.
A few things I didn't catch you mention...
1. Chisels as needed according
to size, but at least a 1/2 and
3/4 inch.
2. Something for sharpening the
planes and chisels,i.e.
a wet/oil stone
or sandpaper and a true flat
surface.
2a. A saw file/saw set if old-
school used saws (one rip,
one cross-cut)
looking forward to the series of videos, but can't *tell* you how happy I am with the stop block...awesome device...everyone needs
Over the years I've acquired used: 10" Delta miter saw for $20, almost new Skil bandsaw for $40, older Craftsman drill press from a 83 year old retiring wood worker for $25. My Delta compact table saw I got at a pawn shop for $13 (Yes. $13!) Bought a new Diablo blade for it and built a board and batten shed with it. I would rather have new and better stuff but, hey, it all still works well. Probably do some upgrades soon, though.
This series promises to be really, really useful as a guide to building a workshop. Many thanks from London, England. Oh and your dovetail jigs are great, so thanks for selling me those, as well! A fellow woodworking student was so impressed, she bought a pair, too!
Great new series! Outside of a good cabinet table saw and miter saw, a band saw has become really important to me - I just upgraded from a 9" Ryobi so I can resaw exotics.
solid jointer, lunchbox style planer, and a good bandsaw!
Always have to have some persuaders! I use a cheap dead blow from harbor freight. Idc what anyone says about harbor freight, it's budget friendly and their more expensive brands have really stepped it up
My first purchase was a mitre saw I got new cos it was a good price, needed this first as I had to build some Shelving and a workbench and this seemed like the best tool for what I was doing. Have since added a palm router and a circular saw, all new for a total of €400 so far! I already have a couple of drills and a jigsaw but they're not the best so might upgrade at least one of the drills next.
Looking forward to more of this series!
Glad to see you back!!...I thought rage quitted after assembling that dust collector :)
Glad your back and your issues were resolved. I think a block plane can be left off as a #4 can do most of those tasks. One thig to add down the line is either a kreg or dowel jig, they can be cheap and effective. I was seriously considering a domino but after getting a good dowel jig i don't have so much of a need for it. though i would love to get one eventually. also when i was starting out i got scrap lumber from new home construction. They often have lots of waste that is still good and don't mind you taking it, though i always ask if possible. Also you could go with a radial arm saw instead of a table saw or miter saw, they are so cheap and available you could probably get a good one for free.
Clamps would be on the top of my list if you need a clamp by the clamp keep the clamp use the clamp again and again. Also I feel if you are buying consumable router bits you're doing it wrong for the price of four or five consumable router bits you can get a carbide bit that will last a hundred times longer I started with a regular tool steel assortment of router bits and as they wear out I replace them with carbide and then never replace them again.
You've got a pretty good list going. I would recommend adding quality measuring and marking tools: a good tape measure like a FastCap, 12" and 6" combination squares, a saddle square isn't that expensive but is very useful, 7mm or 9mm mechanical pencils (5mm is too fragile). (Marking knifes and scoring tools can come later once you get more experience.)
I just recently found your channel, love the videos I have watched so far. I am a complete beginner, with only a few tools. I have made one project that was a planter box. I am so excited to see more videos in this series, and get started on new projects!
Hey you stole my words.....And my first name !!!!!!!
Jonathan, I'm really excited for your new series on the $1200 shop. It should be very helpful. You asked what we would consider an essential tool for the woodworker even on a budget. My vote, 1000% is an apron. I got mine from your store last week and the amount of time it saves me from looking for my setup, marking, and measuring tools while building is unbelievable.
Sad that you were going through some personal stuff, but glad that you are back and putting it behind you! Best wishes for a happy holiday season. Can't wait for your next video.
Super stoked to see what all you come up with for this!!
Hey big guy, I'm so glad you're back and looking forward to this series. It's perfect timing for me. I have had my woodworking on hold for 15 years while I lived in Switzerland (no space). Now I have started up again working in a community shop. I will be returning to USA next year and I am currently designing a house to be built next summer, which will include a dedicated workshop space. So, I am designing from ground up, but of course, on a budget. I would be particularly interested in your thoughts on shop lighting and electric.
On a personal level, I am super happy that you're back and I hope your challenges are behind you. 2020 has been hard on everyone, but it sounds like you've been through the wringer.
Personally, I found quality marking tools essential! But, one thing I learned early was when a woodworker is just getting started the shop space is usually pretty tight, being economical with space and using tools that are mobile was a dang miracle to me! Getting my table saw, planer, etc. on wheels and laying out the shop space efficiently improved my flow and made possible larger projects I thought would not work in my space.
Its more than just tools and technique, having the right space regardless of size is a real blessing!
Sounds like an awesome series, really looking forward to it.
Storage and organization for smaller shops or garages.
Only have a garage to work with right now, once the shed is cleaned out then I'll have a 8x12 shop which will make life easier. Pop up tent to work outside in the weather is nice if you don't have much room.
the basics that come to mind: measuring/marking (combo square, mech pencil/knife), hand tools (3 chisels, 3 planes, 2 saws), and sharpening equipment
One of the things I put off for a little but was extremely happy I ended up getting early was a lunch box 12” porter cable planer
Thank you for making this video. I belong to a lot of FB groups asking this question. Now I have a resource to share.
Really looking forward to the rest of this series. If I could start over the first two tools I would splurge on would be a good set of water stones and an over engineered DC system.
Heck yea. Love this budget shop idea. As a precessional roofer I don’t have much money for my woodworking hobby. My shop is comprised of cheap items and flea market scores. My table saw is a 90$ Skil piece of trash. Best investments? Circ saw of course. Hand planes ofcourse, a good Japanese pull saw, and a decent vise.
Table saw may not be the most necessary tool (you can get by without it for a long time). But to start out with a table saw really opens up a world of skills and techniques. Looking back, I wish I made this my first tool purchase for wood working.
If you are on a really shoestring budget, google around for public workspaces! Where I live there is a toolshop with a planer, jointer, tablesaws and other tools on the heavier side of the spectrum. It's not free, obviously, and the tools are probably older. However, you might be able to enter and use all the tools for hours for maybe 50 bucks.
Another good thing is that you meet other woodworkers and hobbyists who can give you tips and tricks. If you really want your own workshop, it's not what you want. But it is another option you might want to consider.
Great to see you back, Jonathan. I’m glad your doing well.
I’m really interested in this. I’m at a junction where I may take this information to heart, because I’m looking to take a big step into doing woodworking full-time. I don’t have a garage or external workshop and I live in a small cottage in the UK, so I’m struggling to see how to do it, so this video has come at a great time. Thanks.
By the way, it’s great to hear Vlad got the incredible package you and your friends sent him. You truly are a great man. All, the best to you.
Edit: Forgot to mention that I already have my dovetail guide and an apron. They’re brilliant.
Setup blocks, like a couple 1-2-3 machinist blocks and a set of brass setup bars. Saves time and especially the frustration of screwing up cuts set up using a tape measure or other error prone methods.
Great to see you back Jon!
Pawn shops are a really good place to look too. I bought an almost brand new Bosch JS365 jigsaw for less than $40. It's in almost perfect condition with blades.
My must have is a router. A Makita 1.25 hp compact router with a plunge base at least... I bought mine for $149 - $25 discount on Amazon + tax. $25 cheaper than the orange big box and came with the trimmer base and plunge base at a total around $135 after tax. A mid sized router than can handle both ¼ in and ½ in bits would be optimum but having a plunge base is ideal and it has to be something that can handle universal 3rd party accessories like Milecraft so Bosch, Makita, DeWalt, etc. I bought a Ridgid plunge base for $25 with some bits and the 2.25hp motor for $60 and a Bosch 2.25hp 1617evs fixed for $75. Still cheaper than either kit with 2 bases and they're both excellent. Now I have 3 very good routers.
A good router and a decent pattern of flush trim bit goes so far.
Another point, don't be afraid to try an off brand bit. I bought a Yoinco ½" compression cut flush trim bit. It's ½ the cost and holy cow does it hog out wood and leave a super clean edge. Yes it's a Chinese made but it fit my budget.
Looking forward to this! I love my table saw and portable, thickness planer.
Unless it's not just hand tools, on my opinion you absolutely need a table saw. I've built mine myself from a cheap old destroyed one. All the rest can be hand tools: I have built a modern desk from rough lumber planing it all with my 62 to the right thickness, and it's my most satisfactory project so far! For hand tools you need a saw, 2-3 good chisels, square, pencils, hammer, kind of a workbench, measuring tools and the jkm apron, of course! And all that is useless if you don't invest some money in good sharpening gear!!! I've done a lot of projects just with these tools...
P.S.: it's a pleasure to see you again!!!
Excited for this series. I would say in addition to what you listed off, a jig saw would be necessary. Might not use it very often, but when you need it, you need it (unless you have a band saw).
I think it's one of those things where space matters. He has a bandsaw on the list in the description but if you're work space is a condo balcony then a jig saw is probably the better option.
Glad to see you’re back!
Great to have you back! a bench and vice, along with hand saws, chisel, square and some planes
Safety gear is a big one!! It can add up when you’re looking to get stuff at once and really you should have a lot of it at the beginning
Sure hearing protection can start super cheap!
A respirator may be only $20 or so but then it’s another $20 for the dust filters and $20 for fume/vapor filters
You look very pretty and judging by that comment, very smart as well !
I think a great initial buy that will accomplish so much is the kreg adaptive cutting system. Everything a table saw can do. Things may take a bit more time but it is a great all around kit for someone just starting out
As you buy lumber for a project, a bit, blade or even a light bulb for the house, buy one clamp.
It will cost you $10-50 depending on size of the clamp. Doesnt matter which one you get, they all will come in handy. In time you will be glad you did it. Much easier doing this way then realizing you need 4 30" clamps "right now" and you have to spend $80+ you don't have.
This is extremely timely - planning to finally get into woodworking and can't wait for this series!!
It'd be awesome if you (and anyone else 🙂) could offer tips/suggestions on working with a small, outdoor space. I'll be doing my woodworking on a small balcony (~50 sq ft) and keeping my tools stored inside. Cost isn't as much of a factor as space. I've opted to skip getting a table saw for now and just use a circular saw with a bunch of jigs.
Thanks again for all your great content - keep up the good work!
i have gotten into wood working since april of 2020 and have done it for 8 or so months now and i grabbed drilos, a sander, i say a circular saw is needed, i also got a multitool for small but quick cuts and diff needs, chisels for a decent price, some sort of pack out box or tough system, a router, bit set to go with your type of drills, f style clamps a pack of 4 with6 and 12" if so, the best investments ive made besides my m18 system. also a jig saw besides that im sure many wood workers could say they could use different tools fist but these are light and small but can do alot of the same functrions till you get a miter saw or table saw or planer
Welcome back!
Looking forward to this series. Even though I don't plan to spend $1200 on my shop, I'm sure I'll pick up some great tips along the way.
Looks likely to be a fantastic series! Look forward to it!
Shipped out my order from your website and made a video today! Someone’s working their ass off this holiday season!
I started in a 2br apartment with a jigsaw and a drill. Used the door from the house I was born in to be a tabletop with 2x4s and a bench out of a 2x4 and crating lumber from the complex's new signage.
so good to see you again hoss! Here's a few items I think everyone should have pro or hobbyist. 1. Machinist right angle (small one to put in your apron) 2. cheap hand scraper (for glue removal) 3. dual head, 30 inch wide belt sander (because...reasons) 4. pipe clamps! 5. beer 6. wife mute button (oh sweet God where can I get these? ) 7. MARKING KNIFE 8. cheap bench top drill press 9. cheap bench grinder 10. friend with massive cnc machine (that's why I haven't purchased one yet! ) I'm sure there's more and look forward to the next installment!!
There's another Brad Snyder?
I’m starting up in my most steals to so far is double bevel miter saw tablesaw and planer
Ive been getting by with my former flooring tools, but a table saw, belt sander and sliding miter saw have been great, but a planer would be my next, then a band saw.
Ive gotten some decent results with my 30 year old belt sander, but having a tabletop disc sander/larger belt sander would definitely save tons of time.
90 degree drill guide will serve me quite well, although snagging a drill press would be icing on the cake.
Oooo ya hope all is well in the personal life. Glad to have you back brother 👊🏻