Writing Desk with Only Hand Tools: Part 1, Rough Cutting

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3 жыл бұрын

I am making a simple writing desk for my son's birthday. He doesn't really need one, but I promised my daughter I'd make her a vanity table/desk for her birthday, so that meant my son would have to have one, too. (FYI, the project was completed a little while ago, so it's already on my Instagram, see below)
As usual, this is a 100% hand tools project, not even a battery powered drill.
This will be a series, but not an extensive one. In this first part, I rough cut the main case components: the 4 legs and 3 main rails.
If there is interest, I'll make some sketchup plans, but in reality, it's not very necessary.
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Andrew

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@dennishanes2165 3 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the simplicity, the use of hand tools only, and the fact that love is involved since it's for your little boy. ❤️. Thank you !

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love the simplicity, too. It looks great in his room, and he loves using it! I’m glad to have made him something he can use for years to come.

@athmostafa2462 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos , keep the good work coming , love hand tools . 👌

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I will and I love them too, ha!

@GillisBjork 3 жыл бұрын

Nice clean design, gonna be really elegant with tapers! Looking forward to the continuation.

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! Very simple design, but in the best possible way.

@paulk6509 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy your content! Please keep it coming. So few hand tool enthusiasts on the tube. I hope your family is safe and healthy!

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We are doing well, and I hope the same for you!

@gilesfone 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the new video. Um abraço.

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@MCsCreations 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work, dude! It's going to look fantastic! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It turned out great!

@marshwood6945 3 жыл бұрын

Well done.

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@yematosan8837 3 жыл бұрын

Good job bro 👍👍

@JohnColgan. 3 жыл бұрын

What is your Lowe's 1x timber like? Here in UK, it's normally twisted, cracked, wet (shrink wrapped or shrink warped) & probably still had leaves on it last month!! Nice saw action on that 38" cut. Can't remember last time I saw a sharp saw cutting that easily

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

I was so surprised how nice this stuff was at Lowe’s, which is why I bought over $100 worth. It was quite dry, and didn’t twist or cup at all. No checking either. I’ll definitely keep an eye out for clear boards in the future. That said, there was some real junk in there, too. This saw is a winner for sure. I keep it reasonably sharp, and even at 7-8tpi it can tear through this pine. Thank you!!

@jasonzvokel6317 3 жыл бұрын

How often do you sharpen your saws?

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Whenever I notice I’m working harder than I should be. The rip saw is still pretty good, but that Crosscut carcass saw is about due.

@yematosan8837 3 жыл бұрын

I don't like mordan electronic tools

@jasonzvokel6317 3 жыл бұрын

How often do you sharpen your saws?

@TheHandToolery 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed this! Basically, when I feel like they aren't working as well. Since lately, it's been a lot of pine, it really flies through a board, and I don't notice it so much. But with walnut and oak, you really, really notice when it needs sharpening. Another way is if the saw isn't tracking as straight. That's a good sign.