Them jaw horses are worth every penny. I had the original ones with the yellow... And unless they took a lot of weight out of them it's 60 lbs. Had to drag 2 of them around NYC via subway train. Paired up with the other jaw stand and it's a portable work bench etc.... Very handy
FYI Semble clamps are not manufactured by Woodpeckers. They are made in Taiwan and can be bought at Woodcraft and other online stores under the name "Ehoma" clamps. You can actually buy them cheaper than Bessey's.
I have a tool in my shop that I use every day that I’m in the shop. It’s a basic, wall mounted pencil sharpener like we had in school. I’ve had it for years and always take it with my tools when we have moved. A sharp pencil line makes cuts more accurate.
I own a Triton jaw horse but they are all so similar that I agree they are a must have. People use these to put up cabinets but placing a T shaped long board in the jaws to help hold heavy or awkward sized items in place, allowing you to use both hands elsewhere.
Nice video. The clamps, a company in the UK do them too, Axminster Tools sell their own brand clamp with the same 90° rotation of the handle. I have them, and to be honest, I've never used it.....oh, and they retail for LESS than Bessy here. I actually find the 90° rotation annoying. If the handle rotates to the position to move it to 90 while you're clamping, it keeps trying to bend. I moved to Bessy because of their awesome quality.
I had the jaw horse before and loved it. I'm a commercial carpenter, and that horse has paid for itself the first day. By far, one of the most versatile tools I have ever owned.
Push block: I saw this as a tip one time and decided to try it. I use a tile grouting tool with the red sponge rubber bottom. Cheap. Grips great - better than anything else I have tried. Good sized handles.
Hey Matt just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos and tips for woodworking. I have to disagree with you on the F style clamps. ( adding extra clamping pressure). You really don’t need a lot of pressure to do glue ups. I was taught by putting too much pressure on the joints that you squeeze out too much glue and the joint will fail. I’d like to hear your thoughts on that. Thanks again.
I have the Jawhorse - in fact I have 6 of them. What I use them for - 90% of the time is gluing up. I can take them out on the cement drive way and alternate them direction wise and clamp really long stock like mantle pieces where I will have like four of them in . If I have shorter glue ups I can use them in the shop. This would include simple cutting boards. I lay wax paper on the steel rails and lay the cutting board flat on wax paper and clamp down. I wipe off the excess glue and I am done until morning the next day when I want to unclamp them. These are the best clamps for flat glue ups ever. Simple glue ups take maybe 20 minutes and that includes clean up.
The Bessey k body revolution clamps (not revo line) place a hex head at the end of handle for additional torque with a hex key. I like that better as it keeps everything in line vs the woodpecker. The hex key also helps those with any wrist ailments.
2 Rockwell clamp. I have one and it takes up too much space in my small shop. I’ve also never had an occasion to actually use it. 1. John Malecki did a vid on 5 tools and commented that pipe clamps are a more economical place to start. Plus the pipe clamps will give longer lengths cheaper.
The 12 inch Swanson speed square is also a great tool. It makes a great guide for cutting square cuts with a circular saw and it's good for layout on larger boards too.
That I-beam shape on the internal bar of the Bessey Clamp is there because folding the handle down to add torque can accidentally put different and larger forces on that bar, making it slightly more likely to get bent or twisted along its length, rather than when you just twist handle on the Semble Clamp.
I picked up a Jawhorse from a retired cabinet maker with no idea what I’d use it for. I’ve found it to be great for clamping up boards while edge banding. Agreed - It’s amazing 🙌
Been woodworking for 40 years...never paid more than $15-$20 for any clamps. NEVER had a problem with closing glue seams, and I've used 1/2" pipe clamps NOT 3/4", and Harbor Freight clamps, never had a problem with those either.
@@sibosifraiscompagny Well, I use 1/2" because they are $3-$5 cheaper for each clamp, then a little cheaper for the pipe as well, and depending on length can be $1-$2 cheaper. I currently have 68 clamps, so it adds up. BUT, the biggest reason is WEIGHT! I've never actually weighed any panels that I've glued up, but I know from helping other woodworkers who use 3/4" pipes that they weigh significantly more. I use 6 to 12 clamps on some panels, so there's a big weight difference. And I have never had any flex problems that most people cite as a reason to only use 3/4"
@@buckeyewoodshop Ok i agree with you but with 1/2" it a lot less heavier if you have to move the panel to clean the glue. In the past I usually put on top and bottom of panel with 1/2" and with 3/4" i just put the pipe clamp on the table and squezz it and just 3 on top middle, front and back. So i use less clamp with bigger. I've buy high reach pipe clamp 3/4" and now i just lay my clamp on the table and press that glue out! So now, i can clean my nicer side better!
In addition to the Benchdog push pads, soft rubber tile floats from the box stores are great. Big handles and a rubber compound I find holds even when there’s sawdust on the work. I particularly like the red rubber compound. You can thank Mike Pekovich from Fine Woodworking for that one.
Hey Matt, I forgot in that last message.. A couple other things. Home Depot (In store - I'm not sure about online.) But in there stores you can get the Bessey clamps for less then you can get them online. And that's pretty much anywhere that I've looked. And I've been looking online for clamps for over 2 years. So idk, but I just wanted to mention that, just incase anyone wasn't aware. Also the other thing I was gonna say is. The Gripper push block, is a tool I use everytime I use my tablesaw. I don't have a jointer, but I'm sure it would come in handy for that too. BTW I just added that jawhorse to my cart in Amazon. I also used your affiliate link, fyi.
I have had the JawHorse for years and absolutely love it. Matter of fact, I used it this morning . I saw it for a long time and said to myself...who needs that? Until one day Lowes had it on a big markdown. Boy I'm glad I picked it up! I have 3 other vises in the shop and still use the heck out of it.
I have the Harbor Freight version of the Jaw horse. Cheaper and haven't had any problems with it. However, it is heavy so I built a nice custom fitting 4 wheel dolly to run it around on in the folded up position !
Woodpeckers rulers are pretty good, I never could get their corner clamps to work for me so I went with Rockler's corner clamps. Not knocking Woodpecker, some of their stuff works for me some doesn't. The story stick was bought to mark drawer slide positions, I ended up making a home jig to do that. Looked like a good idea at first glance but never could actually use it for the intended purpose.
Matt another great tool video. Our daughter, our only child gave me a Rockwell JawHorse for Christmas one year more than 15 years ago. I will have to agree it is one of the VERY BEST tools I own. Also on the Swanson Speed Square I own two. I was in the wholesale hardware industry for 30+ years, starting in 1976. The company I worked for early on was one of the very first wholesalers to sell the Swanson Speed Square in Southwest Georgia. Like you I still have the two that I have owned for decades!!!
I’ve owned the jawhorse and the only flaw that I have found is that it rusts if you’re using it outside in the rain. That’s at least half the time in western Washington state. It would be a perfect tool if it was made out of materials that did not rust.
I have two jaw horses. My benchtop is a few inches shy of 34 inches wide. I use the jaws to hold my workbench. If i need too i can use the clamps as vices against the side. If i need space the jawhorses fold up. And then my workbench i can just put against the wall. Also have some dogholes i can use with the clamps as well to plane or held flat against bench.
Since I work alone in my shop, I must agree that the Rockwell horse is indispensable (and incredibly strong) when you need another pair of hands. It folds up nicely-just watch that you don’t get your fingers in the way when folding it up.
I almost got those push pads but went with the micro jig style instead. And I love them. I can’t tell you how many times the 90 degree face has come in handy. It doesn’t seem like it should, but it does. And the grip is fantastic. I don’t use the little flip down pieces much, but it’s nice they are there
My jawhorse is the most used tool in my garage shop. They also make different clamps for it such as a wood clamp used for holding branches or firewood that needs to be cut down. They can also hold posts when building a fence and pouring cement.
Matt, I have watched and enjoyed several of your videos, and I have to say something. I heard you yourself say that you used to be a State Trooper...hard as I try, I cannot image someone with such a joyful , witty and entertaining personality as yourself, walking toward me in my side rear view mirror, adjusting his “Smokey Bear” hat, holster unsnapped, eyes scanning, that “all work, no play”look on your face! Translation: NO SMILE FOR A MILE! You just seem like such a pleasant person! To my knowledge, I never met you, so I truly cannot comment on what you were like before your decision to change careers, but I will offer up my two-cents, for what it is worth. Happy as you now appear to be, ALWAYS SMILING, ALWAYS PLEASANT...I mean, you exude the same kind of excitement in each video, that I myself remember experiencing each December 26th morning! You just seem to be having so much fun! As fast as your viewership is growing, I will assume that I am not alone in this observation. If I may say so, Thank You for your service to our wonderful state, but rest assured, I am confident, and I hope you are too, that you made the right choice! I am proud for you, Matt...now, let me shut up so you can go create. Be good. And be safe!
Thank you Eddie. I was all business on the highway. I was well known in this area for being hard lol. Give my own mama a ticket kind of no-nonsense trooper. I have witnessed a lot of officers get into major trouble by being too passive. I didn't want to be that guy. lol. But, yes sir I am having a blast and believe this is my mission given to me by God. He is opening doors and blessing our business.
@@731WoodworksI knew a State Trooper in Iowa who gave his fiancee a speeding ticket........and she still married him!!! Ironically I name dropped his name when pulled over for speeding in the next county over and drove away with a warning only! Or maybe because I was sober and had just come off the freeway a few miles earlier towards the end of a 1700 mile trip
I had a set of jaw horses at one of my companies. We were doing modification for cell towers and that set of horses can easily hold the full 1200 pounds. I had them maxed out several times and they were still in use and in great shape after the 3 years I was at that company. I would love to have just 1 jawhorse at the house and I actually had forgotten about them until now. Thanks 731.
The 3 1/2 mark was not mentioned on the speed square. Milwaukee makes one that is affordable also with more features. Yes I have three Swanson's 7 inch and two twelves
Highland woodworking sells their own parallel clamps that have a handle that also rotates 90 degrees in either direction. They have had those for quite a few years now.
The jaw horse is an awesome tool!! I own it! I do work by myself and the jaw horse is in valuable!! I have used it to install doors, hold boards like a vice so you can make cuts or sand. It will take the place of another person to hold things. I agree, it is an extremely valuable tool!! I won't give up my jaw horse!!!!
Bought a Jawhorse about 20 years ago when they first came out. I was using it to hold a gate to my fence when a wind gust blew in and the gate and Jawhorse fell over. This twisted the Jawhorse and it never worked right again. Sold it for $20 at a garage sale.
My question regarding clamping is how much pressure do you really need? How much is too much? I know you should look for some squeeze-out, but that’s relative to how much glue you add. Perhaps you could do a video comparing different amounts of glue and pressure and show what will break them.
I dunno', extra oomph when clamping should not be needed or used. If mating surfaces are properly prepared - flat and equal - only enough pressure to keep them from moving while glue sets is all that is needed. Also of note is that those "American made" clamps are made in Taiwan.
I have the Wen brand of clamping saw horse. Wish I'd bought it years before. Put my motorcycle windshield in there and it held it solidly while I worked on it!!! And. No scratches.
I see your videos are in 4K now 😃 Kudos to you for that. Thats the small extra things that you give the viewers that sets you apart among MANY other things
Those clamps may not be best for someone strong, but I see a beautiful opportunity. These clamps would be great for those who are disabled or a new opportunity for someone getting older in age but still enjoy woodwork.
Hey Matt, on your Bessey clamps, if you look at the bottom of the handle. There's a place for an allen wrench. You can actually get an allen bit for your impact drivers to tighten them up. Just wanted to let you know. And I figured you may want to put that in one of your videos, after you try it out, of course. I really don't see anyone mention anything about that feature on CZcams.
With the Bessey clamps, you can insert an Allen key into the handle to add more torque. Obviously Woodpecker improved on the design, but they both still seem comparable to me.
Just starting out wood working, I’d easily say the one tool I have that has the most “usage time” collected so far, is the Milwaukee Speed Square with the scribe notches. I never even realized how ridiculously useful it’d be when I grabbed it, but I’m reaching for that thing more often than anything else
I can tell you a power tool that very few wood shops have and is one I use all the time for about everything. A 2x72 in belt grinder. OMG It is so useful from sanding and to even sharpening chisels and knives. I built one because I watched to much forged in fire. 😂😂 Now I use it almost every day I am in the shop for something. Metal work no problem but wood working too. If you have a radius to sand you can use a small wheel attachment down to around 1/2 inch to 2 inch and can put wheels up to 12 inches on it & it has 72 inches of belt unlike a drum sander. The belts stay cool and do not clog nearly as bad as a drum sander or even a disk sander I also love a good 12 in disk sander as well.. I know it is not a hand tool and they can be pricey to buy. Get one that can lay on its side and run vertical or horizontal and the uses are endless. I love to do a little of everything from hot rods to building to welding and fab work to furniture or cabinets. Jack of all trades master of none. I have made a few dozen knives and it is a fun hobby but this tool is very useful in a wood shop as well as a metal shop. I built mine for dirt cheap from just seeing them online but plenty of plans out there for some really high end machines if you can weld.
I can't imagine anyone, who's ever considered woodworking, that didn't know they needed a speed square lol. I had an our of square Swanson, so I tossed it. Now I have Johnson and Milwaukee and they're fine. I've had to toss craftsman and empire squares over the years as well. I felt cursed for my first few years in woodworking between level bubbles going out of wack, squares not being 90°, and tool belts only lasting a year. Now it's Stabila, Occidental, and 90° squares lol. Upgrades all around.
I have an old carpenters square that my grandfather used back in the 80s-90’s. Everything has kind of rubbed and scratched off over the years so I can use it for measurements but I still use it to make sure things are square. Other than that I don’t do many projects without my speed square. The T square would be a wonderful addition
Try using a bright colored paint on it. You can get small bottles at most home centers. You put some on the square and wipe off the surface leaving the paint in any indentations
What would you say are the most important tools for a beginner to purchase who is starting from scratch. I don’t have anything and am not sure what the most needed things are.
Great channel, and I really appreciate your candid reviews on the tools you've tried. As for the mobile base, if you have a mig welder, angle iron, a drill press, and castors, it really doesn't take long to make a custom-fit base for any piece of equipment. It's all a matter of preference, I suppose. Great job, and thanks!
The one feature I do like about the Bessey clamps is you can get a attachment to joint 2 clamps together for a longer clamp. That feature means more to me then a rotating handle. But that is just my opinion.
I will say unknowingly over time I have collected the majority of the tools you have showcased. My wife loves the impact you have on me with positivity but the other side of the coin is you influence me to “upgrade” my collection often. In my defense when I first started watching you I had a Milwaukee combo kit with 6 tools in it. Today I have everything but a oscillating spindle sander and a jointer
I have Triton Jawhorse. With 3 different jaws. It is possible to buy additional side supports, etc. I agree, Jawhorse is a good tool. Usable in many cases.
One of my favorite tools in my shop is my Bora Portamate Speedhorse XT Adjustable Height Sawhorses,they are extremely valuable currently as I don’t have a workbench to do my work in currently. They have holders for tubafours that are put in so one can place a sheet of plywood over for a work surface and they lift it up high enough one does not have to worry about accidentally cutting the sawhorses. I have made a removable word surface so for the time being all I need to do is deploy one,place the removable work surface on it and then deploy the other and repeat the process. They have leg extensions so I can have it high or low depending on the project I’m working on and since my property has a slight slope to it I can have one side shorter than the other when I’m out back working in homestead projects. They are rated for up to 1500lbs each so that’s awesome in the event I ever need them to hold something heavy to work on. I had thought about the Rockwell and it is a nice tool but it wasn’t what I needed for my situation,but Matt is right is is a solid tool for sure.
I just discovered your channel, and am really enjoying it! I could really relate to your Swanson Speed Square experience. I have one from when I was a teen, over 40 years ago! I’m finding a lot of value in your suggestions, so keep up the good work!
I really like this series even with tools I can’t YET afford. As a safety professional, I did cringe a bit when you got on top of the jaw horse, especially when you started jumping, lol. Turns out we graduated the same year, so you and both know we don’t bounce back as quickly as we once did, haha. Stay safe my friend!
I originally thought the Rockwell Jawhorse was gimmicky. After I bought one to try out and expected to return it (about 8 years ago), it is actually very useful and good for what it does... general clamp and basic saw horse. I kept it and got the add-on clamp extension so it can handle 4x8 sheet goods I break down before taking it inside to my main shop. It lives in my garage, along with an old-school B&D Workmate. Both fold up and get out of the way when not needed.
i always really enjoy your videos. As a side note, i’ve watched various other “tools you need” videos but yours are the best so far. i find myself saying Wow that is an awesome tool. i’ve had a jawhorse for years and it is fantastic. keep up the great work brother.
Thank you Matt have been in the building trades, woodworker, woodturner, handyman, my entire 7+ decades on this earth tempted by every gismo, gadget, tool, that comes along regretting buying some and not buying others sure wish I had discover you years ago then again my kids are your age (and don't go near a tool).
Man u sure are thorough with your videos I went running to the pull down bar to comment and ask what boots ur wereing and bam in the notes is a link thank u sir!
bessey clamps have a hex head on the bottom of the handle for wrenching extra torque to the clamp… not knocking the sembles just wanted to throw that out there! thanks for your videos Matt! God bless!
Mr. Matt, a suggestion for ya if you so happen to come across my particular comment is the Pica pencil ✏️. IMO, it's a "cool tool to have" if you like to have a solid & dependable marking instrument rather than a regular pencil or disposable mechanical pencil 🖊 ✏️ God bless, always. 🤜🤛
I have Bessey , Bora , Irwin parallel clamps. I do not own the Woodpeckers' as they were out of stock when I was buying clamps. The Bora are very problematic prone to jamming up when clamping and slip, but will work for the low price that I paid for them. The Bessey by far are the best of the three brands of parallel clamps that I own. My sizes 10 in to 60 in up to 8 of each size. I also have the Rockwell Jaw Stand RK9033. I found it to be more versatile than the Rockwell JawHorse. My Father gave me a Rigid (Model AC9956)Version of the Rockwell Jawhorse. The Rigid is more robustly built than the Rockwell and has better footing with rubber nonslip pads on each leg. For the life of me I do not know why my father purchased it as it sat for years in his garage in the box never opened, now It collects dust in the corner of my shop and When I am working outside I drag it out to hold my ION pathfinder Bluetooth speaker so I can blast the tunes or stream Sirius from my phone. I took it out of the box to save space as it folds up tight and neat. I do not have the Woodpecker T squares, but I do own several Woodpeckers squares. I do have a complete set of Incra Rules including the compass and T-squares. Love them. Maybe that is why I don't have Woodpeckers. I do have multiple Swanson Speed Squares in different sizes one sits with my compound miter saw and never leaves the saw stand. Nice Video. BTW if you are in the military or a Veteran Bessey can be purchased at Home Depot and you can get a military discount on that purchase. best to buy when Bessey is on sale and military discount is applied. Now you know and know is the first step to enlightenment.
The Bessey clamps does have a hex head in the bottom of the handle though, so you can get a bit more leverage with a hex key. Edit: I actually gave less than $100 (in danish currency) for my 100cm ones (~3' 4") when they were on sale last fall. Had to get me 4 of those babies. :)
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Them jaw horses are worth every penny. I had the original ones with the yellow... And unless they took a lot of weight out of them it's 60 lbs. Had to drag 2 of them around NYC via subway train.
Paired up with the other jaw stand and it's a portable work bench etc.... Very handy
FYI Semble clamps are not manufactured by Woodpeckers. They are made in Taiwan and can be bought at Woodcraft and other online stores under the name "Ehoma" clamps. You can actually buy them cheaper than Bessey's.
I have a tool in my shop that I use every day that I’m in the shop. It’s a basic, wall mounted pencil sharpener like we had in school. I’ve had it for years and always take it with my tools when we have moved. A sharp pencil line makes cuts more accurate.
A marking knife provides excellent accuracy without the need for frequent sharpening. You might want to try one if you haven't.
Agreed I have 5 of those basically one at every work station and one mounted in our enclosed trailer
Oh yeah, using a knife, exacto or razor is a pain. I’m getting a sharpener too. Thanx for the recommendation!
@@madArt1981 I found some of the old solid wall mount sharpeners like the elementary schools had back in the day on ebay really cheap too
I also have used this same sharpener for years
I own a Triton jaw horse but they are all so similar that I agree they are a must have. People use these to put up cabinets but placing a T shaped long board in the jaws to help hold heavy or awkward sized items in place, allowing you to use both hands elsewhere.
The jawhorse or in my case the harbor Freight version is one of the best things I have purchased
Nice video.
The clamps, a company in the UK do them too, Axminster Tools sell their own brand clamp with the same 90° rotation of the handle. I have them, and to be honest, I've never used it.....oh, and they retail for LESS than Bessy here.
I actually find the 90° rotation annoying. If the handle rotates to the position to move it to 90 while you're clamping, it keeps trying to bend.
I moved to Bessy because of their awesome quality.
Axminster is excellent for tools
I had the jaw horse before and loved it. I'm a commercial carpenter, and that horse has paid for itself the first day. By far, one of the most versatile tools I have ever owned.
Push block: I saw this as a tip one time and decided to try it. I use a tile grouting tool with the red sponge rubber bottom. Cheap. Grips great - better than anything else I have tried. Good sized handles.
Thanks for sharing
Hey Matt just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos and tips for woodworking. I have to disagree with you on the F style clamps. ( adding extra clamping pressure). You really don’t need a lot of pressure to do glue ups. I was taught by putting too much pressure on the joints that you squeeze out too much glue and the joint will fail. I’d like to hear your thoughts on that. Thanks again.
MY favorite tool is my kobalt utility knife. Durable and guaranteed for life.
I have the Jawhorse - in fact I have 6 of them. What I use them for - 90% of the time is gluing up. I can take them out on the cement drive way and alternate them direction wise and clamp really long stock like mantle pieces where I will have like four of them in . If I have shorter glue ups I can use them in the shop. This would include simple cutting boards. I lay wax paper on the steel rails and lay the cutting board flat on wax paper and clamp down. I wipe off the excess glue and I am done until morning the next day when I want to unclamp them. These are the best clamps for flat glue ups ever. Simple glue ups take maybe 20 minutes and that includes clean up.
The Bessey k body revolution clamps (not revo line) place a hex head at the end of handle for additional torque with a hex key. I like that better as it keeps everything in line vs the woodpecker. The hex key also helps those with any wrist ailments.
2 Rockwell clamp. I have one and it takes up too much space in my small shop. I’ve also never had an occasion to actually use it. 1. John Malecki did a vid on 5 tools and commented that pipe clamps are a more economical place to start. Plus the pipe clamps will give longer lengths cheaper.
The 12 inch Swanson speed square is also a great tool. It makes a great guide for cutting square cuts with a circular saw and it's good for layout on larger boards too.
Roofers don't really use the pitch numbers on a speed square, it's mainly for framers who frame the roof.
That I-beam shape on the internal bar of the Bessey Clamp is there because folding the handle down to add torque can accidentally put different and larger forces on that bar, making it slightly more likely to get bent or twisted along its length, rather than when you just twist handle on the Semble Clamp.
I picked up a Jawhorse from a retired cabinet maker with no idea what I’d use it for. I’ve found it to be great for clamping up boards while edge banding. Agreed - It’s amazing 🙌
Been woodworking for 40 years...never paid more than $15-$20 for any clamps. NEVER had a problem with closing glue seams, and I've used 1/2" pipe clamps NOT 3/4", and Harbor Freight clamps, never had a problem with those either.
Harbor Freight really has some pretty incredible stuff
Harbor Frieght is like the Battleship game, hit or miss.
Why not 3/4" ? Pipe clamp almost same the same price!
@@sibosifraiscompagny Well, I use 1/2" because they are $3-$5 cheaper for each clamp, then a little cheaper for the pipe as well, and depending on length can be $1-$2 cheaper. I currently have 68 clamps, so it adds up.
BUT, the biggest reason is WEIGHT! I've never actually weighed any panels that I've glued up, but I know from helping other woodworkers who use 3/4" pipes that they weigh significantly more. I use 6 to 12 clamps on some panels, so there's a big weight difference. And I have never had any flex problems that most people cite as a reason to only use 3/4"
@@buckeyewoodshop Ok i agree with you but with 1/2" it a lot less heavier if you have to move the panel to clean the glue. In the past I usually put on top and bottom of panel with 1/2" and with 3/4" i just put the pipe clamp on the table and squezz it and just 3 on top middle, front and back. So i use less clamp with bigger. I've buy high reach pipe clamp 3/4" and now i just lay my clamp on the table and press that glue out! So now, i can clean my nicer side better!
In addition to the Benchdog push pads, soft rubber tile floats from the box stores are great. Big handles and a rubber compound I find holds even when there’s sawdust on the work. I particularly like the red rubber compound. You can thank Mike Pekovich from Fine Woodworking for that one.
got the 49 inch Rockwell its great
Hey Matt, I forgot in that last message.. A couple other things. Home Depot (In store - I'm not sure about online.) But in there stores you can get the Bessey clamps for less then you can get them online. And that's pretty much anywhere that I've looked. And I've been looking online for clamps for over 2 years. So idk, but I just wanted to mention that, just incase anyone wasn't aware.
Also the other thing I was gonna say is. The Gripper push block, is a tool I use everytime I use my tablesaw. I don't have a jointer, but I'm sure it would come in handy for that too. BTW I just added that jawhorse to my cart in Amazon. I also used your affiliate link, fyi.
Also use my Rockwell Jawhorse to hold a shooting table....for great for that too.
I have had the JawHorse for years and absolutely love it. Matter of fact, I used it this morning . I saw it for a long time and said to myself...who needs that? Until one day Lowes had it on a big markdown. Boy I'm glad I picked it up! I have 3 other vises in the shop and still use the heck out of it.
My portable workbench. It has squeeze clamps you slide into the table face, and can be used with pretty much any trade.
I have the Harbor Freight version of the Jaw horse. Cheaper and haven't had any problems with it. However, it is heavy so I built a nice custom fitting 4 wheel dolly to run it around on in the folded up position !
Woodpeckers rulers are pretty good, I never could get their corner clamps to work for me so I went with Rockler's corner clamps. Not knocking Woodpecker, some of their stuff works for me some doesn't. The story stick was bought to mark drawer slide positions, I ended up making a home jig to do that. Looked like a good idea at first glance but never could actually use it for the intended purpose.
Matt another great tool video. Our daughter, our only child gave me a Rockwell JawHorse for Christmas one year more than 15 years ago. I will have to agree it is one of the VERY BEST tools I own. Also on the Swanson Speed Square I own two. I was in the wholesale hardware industry for 30+ years, starting in 1976. The company I worked for early on was one of the very first wholesalers to sell the Swanson Speed Square in Southwest Georgia. Like you I still have the two that I have owned for decades!!!
I’ve owned the jawhorse and the only flaw that I have found is that it rusts if you’re using it outside in the rain. That’s at least half the time in western Washington state. It would be a perfect tool if it was made out of materials that did not rust.
I have two jaw horses. My benchtop is a few inches shy of 34 inches wide. I use the jaws to hold my workbench. If i need too i can use the clamps as vices against the side. If i need space the jawhorses fold up. And then my workbench i can just put against the wall. Also have some dogholes i can use with the clamps as well to plane or held flat against bench.
Since I work alone in my shop, I must agree that the Rockwell horse is indispensable (and incredibly strong) when you need another pair of hands. It folds up nicely-just watch that you don’t get your fingers in the way when folding it up.
I almost got those push pads but went with the micro jig style instead. And I love them. I can’t tell you how many times the 90 degree face has come in handy. It doesn’t seem like it should, but it does. And the grip is fantastic. I don’t use the little flip down pieces much, but it’s nice they are there
The clamp horse is not a bad idea if you don’t have a proper workbench.
Try the Bora mobil bases. I use a heavy one on my 700 pound powermatic saw and it is solid as a rock.
My jawhorse is the most used tool in my garage shop. They also make different clamps for it such as a wood clamp used for holding branches or firewood that needs to be cut down. They can also hold posts when building a fence and pouring cement.
Where can I find these accessories?
@@larryshudra4105 looks like they are no longer making the accessories. So Ebay?
Jawhorse is awesome.
Matt, I have watched and enjoyed several of your videos, and I have to say something. I heard you yourself say that you used to be a State Trooper...hard as I try, I cannot image someone with such a joyful , witty and entertaining personality as yourself, walking toward me in my side rear view mirror, adjusting his “Smokey Bear” hat, holster unsnapped, eyes scanning, that “all work, no play”look on your face! Translation: NO SMILE FOR A MILE! You just seem like such a pleasant person! To my knowledge, I never met you, so I truly cannot comment on what you were like before your decision to change careers, but I will offer up my two-cents, for what it is worth. Happy as you now appear to be, ALWAYS SMILING, ALWAYS PLEASANT...I mean, you exude the same kind of excitement in each video, that I myself remember experiencing each December 26th morning! You just seem to be having so much fun! As fast as your viewership is growing, I will assume that I am not alone in this observation. If I may say so, Thank You for your service to our wonderful state, but rest assured, I am confident, and I hope you are too, that you made the right choice! I am proud for you, Matt...now, let me shut up so you can go create. Be good. And be safe!
Thank you Eddie. I was all business on the highway. I was well known in this area for being hard lol. Give my own mama a ticket kind of no-nonsense trooper. I have witnessed a lot of officers get into major trouble by being too passive. I didn't want to be that guy. lol. But, yes sir I am having a blast and believe this is my mission given to me by God. He is opening doors and blessing our business.
Why were you excited on the day after Christmas lol
@@keithbrock6410 because that is the day we made out like bandits! OR thought we did...
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@@731WoodworksI knew a State Trooper in Iowa who gave his fiancee a speeding ticket........and she still married him!!! Ironically I name dropped his name when pulled over for speeding in the next county over and drove away with a warning only! Or maybe because I was sober and had just come off the freeway a few miles earlier towards the end of a 1700 mile trip
I had a set of jaw horses at one of my companies. We were doing modification for cell towers and that set of horses can easily hold the full 1200 pounds. I had them maxed out several times and they were still in use and in great shape after the 3 years I was at that company. I would love to have just 1 jawhorse at the house and I actually had forgotten about them until now. Thanks 731.
Thank you for all of the content you provide! It has helped me grow my skill set as well as my business!
The 3 1/2 mark was not mentioned on the speed square. Milwaukee makes one that is affordable also with more features. Yes I have three Swanson's 7 inch and two twelves
Highland woodworking sells their own parallel clamps that have a handle that also rotates 90 degrees in either direction. They have had those for quite a few years now.
I have had a Rockwell Jawhorse for years and love it. Very versatile for holding doors and about anything you need it to hold.
The jaw horse is an awesome tool!! I own it! I do work by myself and the jaw horse is in valuable!! I have used it to install doors, hold boards like a vice so you can make cuts or sand. It will take the place of another person to hold things. I agree, it is an extremely valuable tool!! I won't give up my jaw horse!!!!
I have the Jawhorse and IT IS AWESOME!
You can put an Allen wrench in the bottom of the bessy for way more torque
I got a jawhorse about twelve years ago and love it, use it for many different applications.
I'm still using my dad's Swanson speed square that he bought back in the 60's.
Bought a Jawhorse about 20 years ago when they first came out. I was using it to hold a gate to my fence when a wind gust blew in and the gate and Jawhorse fell over. This twisted the Jawhorse and it never worked right again. Sold it for $20 at a garage sale.
My question regarding clamping is how much pressure do you really need? How much is too much? I know you should look for some squeeze-out, but that’s relative to how much glue you add. Perhaps you could do a video comparing different amounts of glue and pressure and show what will break them.
I dunno', extra oomph when clamping should not be needed or used. If mating surfaces are properly prepared - flat and equal - only enough pressure to keep them from moving while glue sets is all that is needed.
Also of note is that those "American made" clamps are made in Taiwan.
I have the Wen brand of clamping saw horse. Wish I'd bought it years before. Put my motorcycle windshield in there and it held it solidly while I worked on it!!! And. No scratches.
I see your videos are in 4K now 😃 Kudos to you for that. Thats the small extra things that you give the viewers that sets you apart among MANY other things
Those clamps may not be best for someone strong, but I see a beautiful opportunity. These clamps would be great for those who are disabled or a new opportunity for someone getting older in age but still enjoy woodwork.
Hey Matt, on your Bessey clamps, if you look at the bottom of the handle. There's a place for an allen wrench. You can actually get an allen bit for your impact drivers to tighten them up. Just wanted to let you know. And I figured you may want to put that in one of your videos, after you try it out, of course.
I really don't see anyone mention anything about that feature on CZcams.
With the Bessey clamps, you can insert an Allen key into the handle to add more torque. Obviously Woodpecker improved on the design, but they both still seem comparable to me.
It surprised me you said the Swanson speed square 👍good call!
Love my jaw horse. Had it for years. Get the plywood holder!
That Jawhorse looks pretty cool but I don't see how you would use it for doors...
I saw my first speed square, in 1984, been using one or 3 for the last 34 years.
I just bought the Swanson speed square
The jawhorse is a must for disassembling pallets IMO.
Just starting out wood working, I’d easily say the one tool I have that has the most “usage time” collected so far, is the Milwaukee Speed Square with the scribe notches. I never even realized how ridiculously useful it’d be when I grabbed it, but I’m reaching for that thing more often than anything else
I can tell you a power tool that very few wood shops have and is one I use all the time for about everything. A 2x72 in belt grinder. OMG It is so useful from sanding and to even sharpening chisels and knives. I built one because I watched to much forged in fire. 😂😂 Now I use it almost every day I am in the shop for something. Metal work no problem but wood working too. If you have a radius to sand you can use a small wheel attachment down to around 1/2 inch to 2 inch and can put wheels up to 12 inches on it & it has 72 inches of belt unlike a drum sander. The belts stay cool and do not clog nearly as bad as a drum sander or even a disk sander I also love a good 12 in disk sander as well.. I know it is not a hand tool and they can be pricey to buy. Get one that can lay on its side and run vertical or horizontal and the uses are endless. I love to do a little of everything from hot rods to building to welding and fab work to furniture or cabinets. Jack of all trades master of none. I have made a few dozen knives and it is a fun hobby but this tool is very useful in a wood shop as well as a metal shop. I built mine for dirt cheap from just seeing them online but plenty of plans out there for some really high end machines if you can weld.
I can't imagine anyone, who's ever considered woodworking, that didn't know they needed a speed square lol. I had an our of square Swanson, so I tossed it. Now I have Johnson and Milwaukee and they're fine. I've had to toss craftsman and empire squares over the years as well. I felt cursed for my first few years in woodworking between level bubbles going out of wack, squares not being 90°, and tool belts only lasting a year. Now it's Stabila, Occidental, and 90° squares lol. Upgrades all around.
With the last name of Ogle and being from S. AR, I appreciate that you corrected the mispronunciation. 🙂
I really enjoy your videos.
I just bought 2 of push blocks a Rockler last week on sale for $4.95.
I have an old carpenters square that my grandfather used back in the 80s-90’s. Everything has kind of rubbed and scratched off over the years so I can use it for measurements but I still use it to make sure things are square. Other than that I don’t do many projects without my speed square. The T square would be a wonderful addition
Try using a bright colored paint on it. You can get small bottles at most home centers. You put some on the square and wipe off the surface leaving the paint in any indentations
What would you say are the most important tools for a beginner to purchase who is starting from scratch. I don’t have anything and am not sure what the most needed things are.
I have a list of those here czcams.com/video/dv6u7JMJwyk/video.html
FYI....you can use a hex key and ratchet in the ends of the newer version of the Bessy clamps.
Great channel, and I really appreciate your candid reviews on the tools you've tried. As for the mobile base, if you have a mig welder, angle iron, a drill press, and castors, it really doesn't take long to make a custom-fit base for any piece of equipment. It's all a matter of preference, I suppose. Great job, and thanks!
Ogle. Learned a new word for me and other awesome tools.
Axeminster parallel clamps also do that...at about the price of the bessy.
Like tht pipeliner up on tht shelf good lookin hood
The one feature I do like about the Bessey clamps is you can get a attachment to joint 2 clamps together for a longer clamp. That feature means more to me then a rotating handle. But that is just my opinion.
Nice video, One of my many problems is I have plenty of tools. I just need to learn how to use them better !
I will say unknowingly over time I have collected the majority of the tools you have showcased. My wife loves the impact you have on me with positivity but the other side of the coin is you influence me to “upgrade” my collection often. In my defense when I first started watching you I had a Milwaukee combo kit with 6 tools in it. Today I have everything but a oscillating spindle sander and a jointer
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Your rockwell clamp is a direct copy of the Triton from 1990's
I almost fainted at the end of this video because you didn't recommend a single Milwaukee tool. Love your videos.
I have Triton Jawhorse. With 3 different jaws. It is possible to buy additional side supports, etc.
I agree, Jawhorse is a good tool. Usable in many cases.
With the Bessey clamps you can use an allenkey in the end of the handle for the extra oompf.
Exactly, I think woodpeckers is a solution in the search of a problem.
One of my favorite tools in my shop is my Bora Portamate Speedhorse XT Adjustable Height Sawhorses,they are extremely valuable currently as I don’t have a workbench to do my work in currently. They have holders for tubafours that are put in so one can place a sheet of plywood over for a work surface and they lift it up high enough one does not have to worry about accidentally cutting the sawhorses. I have made a removable word surface so for the time being all I need to do is deploy one,place the removable work surface on it and then deploy the other and repeat the process. They have leg extensions so I can have it high or low depending on the project I’m working on and since my property has a slight slope to it I can have one side shorter than the other when I’m out back working in homestead projects. They are rated for up to 1500lbs each so that’s awesome in the event I ever need them to hold something heavy to work on. I had thought about the Rockwell and it is a nice tool but it wasn’t what I needed for my situation,but Matt is right is is a solid tool for sure.
I just discovered your channel, and am really enjoying it! I could really relate to your Swanson Speed Square experience. I have one from when I was a teen, over 40 years ago! I’m finding a lot of value in your suggestions, so keep up the good work!
Gym and work space.
I could move in there 😂❤
I really like this series even with tools I can’t YET afford. As a safety professional, I did cringe a bit when you got on top of the jaw horse, especially when you started jumping, lol. Turns out we graduated the same year, so you and both know we don’t bounce back as quickly as we once did, haha. Stay safe my friend!
I appreciate and admire your awesome t-shirt messages!! Man Up, etc are all ways we can proclaim the message without fear or shame!!!
I originally thought the Rockwell Jawhorse was gimmicky. After I bought one to try out and expected to return it (about 8 years ago), it is actually very useful and good for what it does... general clamp and basic saw horse. I kept it and got the add-on clamp extension so it can handle 4x8 sheet goods I break down before taking it inside to my main shop. It lives in my garage, along with an old-school B&D Workmate. Both fold up and get out of the way when not needed.
Bessey should have a hex socket if you need more torque
i always really enjoy your videos. As a side note, i’ve watched various other “tools you need” videos but yours are the best so far. i find myself saying Wow that is an awesome tool. i’ve had a jawhorse for years and it is fantastic. keep up the great work brother.
I still have the Swanson speed square I bought in 1970 at 10 years old. They are always square.
I think the handle auger on the Bessy should be longer. I sent Bessy a message to them.
Thank you Matt have been in the building trades, woodworker, woodturner, handyman, my entire 7+ decades on this earth tempted by every gismo, gadget, tool, that comes along regretting buying some and not buying others sure wish I had discover you years ago then again my kids are your age (and don't go near a tool).
Man u sure are thorough with your videos I went running to the pull down bar to comment and ask what boots ur wereing and bam in the notes is a link thank u sir!
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That vice looks super cool. I like how it works with your foot, to keep your hands free.
bessey clamps have a hex head on the bottom of the handle for wrenching extra torque to the clamp… not knocking the sembles just wanted to throw that out there! thanks for your videos Matt! God bless!
Mr. Matt, a suggestion for ya if you so happen to come across my particular comment is the Pica pencil ✏️. IMO, it's a "cool tool to have" if you like to have a solid & dependable marking instrument rather than a regular pencil or disposable mechanical pencil 🖊 ✏️
God bless, always. 🤜🤛
I have Bessey , Bora , Irwin parallel clamps. I do not own the Woodpeckers' as they were out of stock when I was buying clamps. The Bora are very problematic prone to jamming up when clamping and slip, but will work for the low price that I paid for them. The Bessey by far are the best of the three brands of parallel clamps that I own. My sizes 10 in to 60 in up to 8 of each size. I also have the Rockwell Jaw Stand RK9033. I found it to be more versatile than the Rockwell JawHorse. My Father gave me a Rigid (Model AC9956)Version of the Rockwell Jawhorse. The Rigid is more robustly built than the Rockwell and has better footing with rubber nonslip pads on each leg. For the life of me I do not know why my father purchased it as it sat for years in his garage in the box never opened, now It collects dust in the corner of my shop and When I am working outside I drag it out to hold my ION pathfinder Bluetooth speaker so I can blast the tunes or stream Sirius from my phone. I took it out of the box to save space as it folds up tight and neat. I do not have the Woodpecker T squares, but I do own several Woodpeckers squares. I do have a complete set of Incra Rules including the compass and T-squares. Love them. Maybe that is why I don't have Woodpeckers. I do have multiple Swanson Speed Squares in different sizes one sits with my compound miter saw and never leaves the saw stand. Nice Video. BTW if you are in the military or a Veteran Bessey can be purchased at Home Depot and you can get a military discount on that purchase. best to buy when Bessey is on sale and military discount is applied. Now you know and know is the first step to enlightenment.
Very helpful!
The tool types are all good. Pushing one expensive brand over others that do the same job is too biased.
Hey Matt, what are the dimensions of the t-square rack it for the 24”? Thanks.
The Bessey clamps does have a hex head in the bottom of the handle though, so you can get a bit more leverage with a hex key.
Edit: I actually gave less than $100 (in danish currency) for my 100cm ones (~3' 4") when they were on sale last fall. Had to get me 4 of those babies. :)
that's true