My FAVORITE Shop Upgrade...Mini Tabletop Workbench

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7 ай бұрын

If you do any hand tool work in your shop then I would highly suggest building a tabletop workbench. I was hesitant to take the time to build mine because I didn't think I'd really use it all that much, but boy was I wrong. I'm working on a small jewelry box and have found so many opportunities to use this workbench.
One of the biggest advantages is that it brings the work closer to me so that I'm not bent over so much. This is especially helpful when working on small pieces like a tiny box I built for a jewelry box. It is also really nice to just have a secondary solid workplace for doing work that frees up space at my main workbench.
The tail vise is a game changer for me. I really wish I would have put a tail vise into my main bench, still might, but what is nice about this smaller tail vise is that it the dog holes are able to be placed close to the edge of the bench which makes it possible to secure and work on smaller pieces, which I do a lot of work on.
And lastly, the moxon vise is a really nice feature. I cut a lot of dovetails and being able to easily secure pieces in a moxon vise is way better then trying to secure only half a board in my workbench's main face vise.
This really is my favorite shop upgrade I've made to date. In one project I added two new work holding options and gave myself another whole work surface. If you don't have a mini workbench, I highly recommend you build one!
---------- Hardware used ----------
I got all my hardware from Lowe's/Home Depot but I've also included similar products off of Amazon.
Threaded Rod:
- amzn.to/45vEXKk (Amazon)
- www.lowes.com/pd/Steelworks-S... (Lowes)
Bushing (spacer):
- amzn.to/3LYRLlG (Amazon)
- www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-0-62... (Lowes)
Lock Collar:
- amzn.to/3QfCuiU (Amazon)
Moxon Vise Bolts:
- www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-... (Home Depot)
For behind the scenes of what goes on in the shop follow me here:
Instagram: / daughters.wood.co
----------- Tools I use -----------
Vise:
- Yost 7" Quick Release Vise: amzn.to/3zZkAHR (Amazon)
Japanese Saws:
- SUIZAN 9.5 Inch Ryoba Pull Saw: amzn.to/38FVxf4 (Amazon)
- SUIZAN 9.5 Inch Dozuki Dovetail Pull Saw: amzn.to/3mZfrHr (Amazon)
Chisels:
- Narex Richter Bevel Edge Chisel (1/4, 1/2, 3/4, and 1): amzn.to/2WNUEMc (Amazon)
Mallet/Hammer:
- Thor Soft and Hard Face Hammer: amzn.to/37SvItn (Amazon)
Clamps:
- IRWIN QUICK-GRIP Clamps Set, 8-Piece: amzn.to/3aIhBIT (Amazon)
Sharpening:
- Ultra Sharp Diamond Sharpening Stones: amzn.to/38RARBh (Amazon)
Drill Press:
- Wen 4208 8", 5-Speed Drill Press: amzn.to/3pryuMi (Amazon)
The above are tools I use for just about every project in the workshop and come highly recommended! They are all affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I may earn commission through purchases made through the links above.
#woodworking #workbench #handtools

Пікірлер: 67

@benb2992 7 ай бұрын

Very nice! I wish you still did all hand tool work but I'll take it for sure 👍 Thank you!

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jameseconleyjr7868 3 ай бұрын

Man, I love this. I've been searching for a versatile portable bench to build and I just found it! Really well done. Thanx.

@DaughtersWoodCo Ай бұрын

Thank you!

@MASI_forging 7 ай бұрын

Really nice work 👍👍

@crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230 5 ай бұрын

Beautiful piece of furniture! I'm so glad to see someone use half blind dovetails in a piece of shop furniture and not the old" who cares what it looks like, it's only shop furniture". What better place can you hone your joinery skills than in your own shop furniture. It helps you to see how well one has progressed over the years. I don't need another workbench, but I'm building one anyway to practice some difficult Japanese joinery I've been learning. And if it comes out well, I can gift it to a new woodworker. After 50 years woodworking, you start looking for excuses to build and this is mine. I was planning on doing a small Japanese style cabinet makers bench, but I truly love the idea of a small bench like yours. Plus it will be even more challenging to try and make some of the joints I've learned on a smaller scale. Sounds like fun to me! Thanks for sharing. Great craftsmanship.

@DaughtersWoodCo 5 ай бұрын

That sounds like a great project! Gonna be a lucky friend who gets the workbench!

@GKganesan 5 ай бұрын

Nice work. Learnt a lot

@r.parker1933 7 ай бұрын

Really nice work. Ive had a mini bench on the to-do list for a bit. This really helps think through what I might want.

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thanks. If I were to do it over again I would maybe shell out the money for nicer tail vise hardware. My diy hardware from the big box stores gets the job done, but having a threaded rod with less tpi would be nice so it doesn't take as long to move the jaw back and forth.

@memilanuk 2 ай бұрын

Nice build 👍 I am thinking of making one, partly for the raised work surface and additional work holding options, but also to play/experiment with those options on a smaller scale (and less commitment) than a full sized bench. Particularly the tail / wagon vise - working out how to adapt the vise hardware so the dog block moves without the handle coming in/out of the end of the bench. Very helpful 👍

@DaughtersWoodCo 2 ай бұрын

Thanks! And that's a great idea to use it as a way to test what you'd want in a bigger bench. I've already noticed since using it that a tail vise is a must have for me in my next big bench.

@mikegreene7883 2 ай бұрын

That's killer !

@Greyotterstudio 7 ай бұрын

This was mesmerising to watch, and the final piece is stunning too! Well done!

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it! It was a fun build.

@johnford7847 7 ай бұрын

Nice build and you end up with a very useful tool. Thanks for sharing.

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thanks John!

@rollingstone3017 7 ай бұрын

Really unique design and build. Gets me thinking I’d like one. 👍

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I may be bias, but I totally think you should make one haha

@MCsCreations 7 ай бұрын

Stunning little workbench, dude! Really beautiful work! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

@malabarista2023 7 ай бұрын

Excelente su forma de utilizar los cepillos manuales!!! Muy bonito su trabajo y excelente dominio del arte de la carpintería!!! Lo felicito muchacho!!!

@jejkobprodukcje9060 7 ай бұрын

Wow.Awesome worki!!!

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@mcapo3040 7 ай бұрын

Glad to see another video from you, keep it up! :)

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Hopefully many more still to come!

@WoodworkJourney 4 ай бұрын

Love it

@user-rf7kc4ev6t 7 ай бұрын

10 out of 10 for design and execution! Really nice job. Materials, however, are at issue for durability. Thanks for posting your build!

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@w0lf469 2 ай бұрын

Love the workbench, but scrap pine? Those were premium studs and straight, not sure "scrap" defines those adequately

@Putnik1988 7 ай бұрын

Отличная работа мужик 👍

@alfanazzamcraft 7 ай бұрын

Kreatifitas yang sangat luar biasa, orang Amerika memang cerdas cerdas, salam persahabatan 🖐️🖐️🖐️👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@violettownmicroenterprises1528 7 ай бұрын

Thats it, Im going to make one !! ( out of necessity...!)

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Awesome! Good luck and I hope it turns out well!

@fdort3971 2 ай бұрын

@DaughtersWoodCo thanks for the lesson...that dovetail idea is awesome! Might I suggest a shallow drawer underneath to hold dogs and clamps? Apparently there's also pop up dogs available I'm considering

@DaughtersWoodCo Ай бұрын

I actually had that idea as well! After using it now for awhile I think I will have to go and update it to have a little drawer because I'm tired of losing the little dog holds in the shop.

@morrisonsusan 7 ай бұрын

WOW!

@leandersmith6184 7 ай бұрын

Scrap wood are bits and pieces ( leftovers from previous projects) and not full lengths of lumber, but this aside, great project nice craftsmanship all I want to add is: use the existing bench hole dog things to secure the piece to your bench instead of using the clamps. Thanks for sharing from Mexico.

@Nadaghanisawmill 7 ай бұрын

Good

@clairehoulihan8492 6 ай бұрын

Love your design! do you have a sketch available or could you give rough dimensions for your bench? I would like to make a similar one for my daughter.

@DaughtersWoodCo 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! And it is about 30 inches long, 3 inches thick, and about 10 inches wide. The feet are about 4 inches tall and 3 inches wide. For the feet I'd suggest measuring the size of the clamps you plan on using (if using any) and measure the feet to make sure they'll be enough clearance for the clamps to fit in. Good luck and I hope your daughter likes it!

@mydearriley 4 ай бұрын

Where is the new vice from?

@carlc8996 6 ай бұрын

Love the idea of this as I never wanted to commit to making a full sized bench when my current plywood topped bench does the job well enough. Also, has anyone ever pointed out your resemblance to the main character from eurotrip? 😂

@DaughtersWoodCo 6 ай бұрын

Thanks! And no I haven't haha. I've gotten James Franko but never the guy from Eurotrip!

@BradleyJones-yi4bj 7 ай бұрын

I'm impressed with your work. It came out beautifully and now I'm inspired to build one.

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

Thanks! I hope yours turns out well!

@tomjudkins3799 7 ай бұрын

Very nice, but isn't seasonal movement going to pop those tails out of the dovetail joints on the ends?

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

I'm not sure. I don't think it should be a problem but I'll keep an eye on it!

@sebastiantreloar6045 7 ай бұрын

First let me say I’m no expert And this is one of the nicest mini workbench’s I’ve seen on KZfaq. personally i would of had the dovetail on the walnut side and the pins on the pine. And also only glued the very middle of the walnut and maybe pinned it to allow seasonal movement and not let it interfere with the side faces of the workbench as they are reference faces for work. Depending on where you live and if this stays in a temperature controlled workshop you might never see any movement.

@AMTunLimited 7 ай бұрын

Man that bit of bench next to the vise is PROPERLY chewed up. Then again, it really isn't hurting anything

@DaughtersWoodCo 7 ай бұрын

haha yyeeaahh it gets cut up pretty good... It kind of bothers me and I wish it was cleaner, but a workbench is suppose to get used and banged up, right?

@DessieTots 7 ай бұрын

Why does every KZfaq carpenter use “scrap wood” and then haul out full lengths of pine or a big chunk of walnut or some other expensive hardwood? That’s like saying you’re going to use some scrap metal and then bringing out a lump of Vibranium .

@alexandergrigorev4518 7 ай бұрын

Because usually he takes 6 meters wood, cut a little for the project and throws it away 😁

@twixbong 7 ай бұрын

Iunno, maybe cause usually us woodworkers use good hardwoods for our projects so the scraps from previous projects are good hardwoods? Makes sense to me. I’m looking at a bunch of walnut and curly maple scraps right now in my shop.

@WalterMelons 5 ай бұрын

I have a few lengths of 2x material to keep around in case I need it. It’s scrap because it has no purpose. And I keep all my hardwood cut offs and usually buy extra in case I screw up, whatever is left becomes… scrap.

@fdort3971 2 ай бұрын

I go through Facebook marketplace and get free "scrap" leftover from other people's projects...you would be amazed by what people throw out! I built a lean-to and deck patio from pressure treated lumber that was used for less than a year! The lady I got it from bought a house and tore down the pool deck to make room for gardening...95% brand new free hardware too!

@harveydent1731 3 күн бұрын

I get huge 4x4x3 blocks of walnut , oak , elm , burly oak , ect from pallets. That come to my job.

@user-mg7yd9wk8r 6 ай бұрын

Can I please have the plans and what wood I'm in uk how do I get 1 thank u n exllent work mdan top class just what I need will u messege me on how to build my first ever project got no power toolsat all???😊😊

@DaughtersWoodCo 5 ай бұрын

Thanks! I unfortunately don't have plans. Hopefully you can piece it together from the video!

@Corgiboy98 Ай бұрын

Do you have plans available?

@DaughtersWoodCo Ай бұрын

I do not unfortunately.

@reinaldotenorio8956 7 ай бұрын

bom dia, senhores, seus familiares; colaboradores. dizer o que ! parabéns, campeão. perfeição. o mundo ainda será assim; com pessoas capazes e responsáveis; Deus, a direção.