One of my favorite podcasts is Mack McKinney’s “The Way of the Galoot”. Mack (aka: The WoodShepherd) has a wit and wisdom that are priceless. He’s a true galoot, through and through, but a brilliant one at that! Check out his blog here.
Last week’s “Way of the Galoot” podcast was dedicated to the workbench. A subject that is near and dear to my heart (you’ll see why soon!). Having made the decision to devote my home shop to hand tools, the need for a decent workbench is has become a primary concern. Here’s why.
… It’s not a workbench, it’s a cheapo dining room table and here it is in all its glory!
At least it has appliances. Yes, I consider the cutting board an appliance – I have to, the table top is made of the softest wood I have ever seen. I use the cutting board for chisel chopping and other slicing and dicing duties.
Where all the magic happens
And check out these sweet joints. Yeah, I did `em myself.
Who needs mortises when you have zinc plated screws?
- The hallmark of a true workbench; The Butt Joint!
So here you go, Mack. This is my official entry for the worlds ugliest bench contest!
Hey Pete…………………it works right. Roubo has nothing on you.
I don’t care what a work bench looks like as long as it looks used.
It was a great time talking with you on TSDC. Laughing and woodworking are important and we connected.
Neil