Just a note about the audio. This is actually a little better than the version we have but there is a strange echo quality to it. The AI only works on the video so unfortunately we were not able to do much with the audio other than some manual adjustments. Russ is on the hunt for a better version. If we find one we'll post a new video. We only posted this version as we had a lot of requests to post this episode as people want to build a new bench!

Norm is a master, no argument about it!

THANK YOU , THANK YOU , THANK YOU! I loved watching over 30 years ago,and being so inspired by Norm and his confidence building teaching methods! He gave me the feeling that there isn’t anything that can’t be made! Quality throughout every project! STILL WATCHING and enjoying every show! I hope young viewers stumble across these shows and it ignites the passion for woodworking in them as well!

One of the best woodworkers of all times, he has left his mark. 😊

Being a Connecticut Yankee,,, and watching Norm in a nice warm and dry New England wood shop with snow falling..... Well it just can't get any better than that. What I wouldn't give to be in a flannel shirt in the shop watching it snow!!!!

You've been a great teacher, comedian and virtual friend. I look forward to following you future adventures. God bless you Ken

This was always my favourite pair of episodes. I can't explain why but i'm so happy you put them up. Not worried about the sound, it happens!! Thank you for continuing to let us see our favourite Master Carpenter, even after all these years!

A special thank you to Russ, Norm Abram and the NYW for letting us stream these classic episodes to build great things that enrich our lives. When are you going the stream the original 1996 Router Station. That would be in high demand.

I tuned in every Saturday to see what new tools he just got 😊. Still have a autographed picture of Norm he gave me when he was at a Central Hardware store in St Louis MO.

That's the most impressive work bench I've ever seen! Awesome work man!

So pleased to see this posted up, its a fantastic project. Always loved the practical builds

I sure do miss Norm and his teaching

Still good to watch Norm

So much great information and instruction. Thank you!

I love the wipe at the beginning.

I enjoyed this show so much when I was in my 20s. Seeing this episode now, I'm realizing how much extra work he made for himself on the miter saw side.....if he had simply dropped the miter saw so that the bed was level with the table he would not have had to make those raised beds. Either way, always an enjoyable watch.

When it comes to chamfers you don’t want to cut corners 😊

Norms Dream Shop. If Norm used it ,I had to have it 😊❤

Thank goodness you posted this as I am finally getting around to building one and wasnt sure if I could find my old VHS recording of these episodes!

Great intro and compliments to the crew on showing the AI transition on these old videos. Simply amazing. The echo audio you get used to through both episodes - like others have stated, I prefer this new video format and will give on the audio. Thanks to the crew for brining these episodes back in 2023 AI quality! Over the 30+ years with Norm I have followed his woodworking teachings for the most part exactly as he showed on The New Yankee Workshop - from tools (hand, power and stationary) to shop layout and accessories to shop furniture. I have to admit, I diverged on the mitre/chop saw from Norm... Opted for a mobile stand with extensions for my mitre/chop saw versus a stationary set up. I have a Dewalt 12" mitre saw with a Dewalt mobile stand - kind of like a dolly/working station I can move the saw inside my shop or outside when I need it at the project site. Regarding the Delta mortiser bench top tool... A simpler solution to mount to the bench top is to drill 3/8" holes down into the top and use 1/4" bolts, washers and wing-nuts to secure it to the bench top. No need for the cut out. This simpler install for my Delta mortiser has worked great for me for over 20+ years on bench top of a Veritas Radial Arm Saw station I built for my old Craftsman RAS. I do the same set up with tool specific holes in this RAS station top for an old Porter Cable table top router, Leigh dove tail jig and Porter Cable pocket hole jig. Simpler and stronger in my experience than cutting out a replacement footing for the tool. My two cents here. Again and as always, thanks to Norm, Russ and the 2023 crew for making these classics available again on You Tube. Thanks for these wonderful memories!

Thank you for making these shows available. I enjoyed the original airing and now.

It is amazing how technology has changed. When I was a young woodworker and this show was on originally, I was agog at the tools he had. Now, most of them I would not use as much better ones have come along. i.e., track saws, sliding compound miters, etc..

It’s great watching Norm he is a top professional.Only wish I had a work shop like his 👍

Way before U Tube, there was Norm!

Norm did it again .

I watched Narm back in the day and always enjoyed the show. He was (and is) a bit of an inspiration and its fun to see them again. That dust vent must be the single biggest PITA in that shop. If I was building the base cabinet i think I want to install the drawer slides, hardware and fronts up on a bench first, and then put the finished units in place. I know this design saves on duplicate plywood sides but the time and awkward working environment just isn't worth the $80 saving of a sheet of three quarter plywood (IMHO).

Come on, Norm!!! Should have made square holes to store the mortise bits. It's not like you don't have the right tool! Love this show!

Thank you norm & and this old house

I have 2 miter saes and a radial arm saw in the same bench slso. I built the areas under the miter saws open so sawdust falls thru. Then I built a hood area with a sloped bottom which will let dust and scraps to fall into a pladtic tote which sets below.

I liked that HD transition!

The upscaling looks great

Thank you so much for showing this! Two of my favourite videos, and I’m going revamp my shop so building something similar. Thanks again!👍👍👍

I’m intrigued by the “old fashioned” approach to making a run of cabinets. No floating toe kick. No series of boxes with parallel panels right next to each other. Instead an efficient use of sheet goods and a robust frame to support the top.

LOVE the enhanced video!!

Norm's great!

Is it me or is the audio slightly misaligned, like its doubled up?

I was wondering why you don't build a small structure out side the shop for the dust collector? It would delete the trilling hazard.

Nice.

Today, a shop on TV would be full of POWERMATIC and FESTOOL, at a cost of $150,000 in all.

Mortising tool ended up permanently mounted to the bench after all that work, no?

I was wondering if you could describe the round gulp hood that you attached to the underside of the bench for your miter saw dust collection beneath the saw. That seems like a great concept, and I'd like to try to do the same thing beneath my bench. Was it a purchased part, or was it custom-made? Thank you!

i know this is old but wouldn't the big drawers have benefited from a double rail on each side?

Audio mix it pretty difficult to enjoy, hopefully this gets re-uploaded

Por favor..suptitulos en español.. Asi sabremos lo que usted explica...❤

Dear Norm, I have been a fan of yours going back to TOH. I was thrilled when you began your series New Yankee Workshop and followed you and the show to the last episode. I am interested in making a pull out shelf for my computer tower, similar to the one you installed for your dedicated mortiser from season 14/episodes 1 & 2. If you would kindly give me the make and model of the slide hardware and suggest where I can purchase same. Thanks in advance for your courtesy. Cliff Losak

Does anyone know if there was an episode on how that gate for the workshop was made? I am looking for some kind of a guidance on how to make a sliding door like that. Thanks!

Is there any way of getting Norm to drop in from time to time and make something. 🤔 😊😁. I know he's retired but maybe for Christmas 🎄 😁

Great build. Got some nice ideas too......But you keep saying "we" You have a mouse in your pocket???

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The audio is not as good as the other videos you've posted but I'd rather have this classic episode with poor audio then not have it at all!

Nawm!

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Hello, I’ve always wondered why the show was called the new Yankee workshop? Was there a Yankee workshop years ago?