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As I said multiple times in the Instructable and video, this project could be done with MUCH cheaper and fewer tools. I produce weekly how-to projects and need as much efficiency as possible in my shop, hence the nicer tools. A cheap planer, router and table saw could build this project effectively.

Wood glue wouldn't be strong enough on the joints on the base, as glue on end grain just absorbs into the wood rather than creating a lot of strength. The reason your countertop worked was the overlapping long grain contact, that's providing all of the strength in your piece.

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That is a myth.

Thanks a lot man, I appreciate it! Yea, it was a big project for me, both time wise and money wise, but I think it is well worth it in the end.

It took me a solid 20+ hours of work to produce. Just split it up into manageable sessions and you'll be good.

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Thanks man!

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Thanks Chad!

Great work on your bench! Thanks man.

Thank you, give it a shot!

I built the sides out of ¾" plywood and the top and bottom from ⅛" plywood. For the sides, a 25" by 5" piece should be plenty, and for the top and bottom, a 20" x 40" piece should be good.

Thanks! Yea, that is certainly frustrating.

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Thanks Ashley!

Agreed!

No, I had the image printed, it's not an actual album cover. And the aluminum brazed just fine, it's a pretty common technique. Thanks!

The tips of the chisels don't go all the way through, they're encased within the rack.Thanks!

The cabinets are part of the Jay Bates Miter Saw Station. I have videos on the build process on my YouTube channel.

Thanks James!

Thanks man!

Thanks man, I really appreciate it!

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Thanks! Those are the Bessey DuoKlamp, they're awesome!

I would be seriously surprised if this wasn't sturdy enough for your 4 year old, I can stand on it and wiggle around as a fully grown adult.

Nice, that's awesome! Great job.

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Yup, as I said in the Instructable, you could just print the template from my site at a smaller scale and use it for a ukulele.

Thanks Adam! Let me know if you decide to make it, it'd love to see it.

Thank you so much!

Dude, this is OUTSTANDING work. Can't wait to really dig into this later.

Go for it!

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A CNC made exclusively from hand tools might create a black hole. :)

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I appreciate it!

The issue with Walnut Oil is that some folks are allergic to nuts and nut oils. Might as well just use Mineral Oil, it's cheap and readily available at most drug stores.

Thanks! Yes, I totally forgot to add my stamp before applying the finish! A good planer is an invaluable tool in the woodworking shop, I use mine almost daily.