Finally got my work bench set up

[Zeeman]

I can't remember if I posted pictures of the workbench I built, but here it is after getting my vise and woodworkers vise installed. I know, the bench is a wreck! I have a lot of organizing going on.

 

[Zeeman]

Here are a few pictures during construction.

 

[brooksdr]

Zeeman, nice bench!

 

[StillTooManyHobbies]

Looks very nice, sturdy too. What did you use for a finish?

 

[Zeeman]

Thanks guys. I have not put anything on it yet, but plan on using boiled linseed oil.

 

[Corruptor]

Nice bench!
Consider mounting (recessing) that right side vise so the pad is flush with the side of the benchtop. It makes clamping longer pieces (doors, rails, etc) a lot easier.

 

[Zeeman]

I did think about doing that Corruptor, but I've been without vises for so long, I just had to get it on and use it. Maybe later.

 

[AmericanMechanic]

Nice bench!
Consider mounting (recessing) that right side vise so the pad is flush with the side of the benchtop. It makes clamping longer pieces (doors, rails, etc) a lot easier.

Paul sellers had a comment about that in one of his videos. Someone had asked why his vise was actually spaced away from the table a bit. He explained that the extra bit of space let's you get your hand around longer stock and makes it easier to hold.

 

[Zeeman]

I have watched his video on the workbench. It's good. He built it outside.

 

[Roberts210]

That's very nice work. You should be proud.

 

[Zeeman]

Thank you, thank you verra much.

 

[Empty Pockets]

Nice bench.... Mine is a maple bench, doubles as an outfeed table for the table saw. That helps me keep it uncluttered

 

[bczygan]

Nice bench!

Did you joint all the boards?

What kind of connectors?

Bill

 

[Lookin4'67Galaxieconv]

Looks good, Zeeman. We're not too far from each other.

 

[Karl's Garage]

Nice!

 

[555]

Great job!!!!

 

[Zeeman]

Nice bench!

Did you joint all the boards?

What kind of connectors?

Bill

I did not have a jointer at the time. I just ripped 2x6's for the top, glued and clamped them together, then ran manageable widths through the planer. I then glued all those (3 or 4) sections together. It sat outside for a couple of months under a tarp, and I believe the glue on the top just got too much temperature extremes/moisture extremes. That's all I can figure as to why the top separated along one seam. I used Titebond Ultimate. I believe that's what it's called. It is supposed to be water proof, so I'm really not sure. For the frame, I ripped 2x6's down to an even 4 inches and glued them together. Connections on the base or frame were made with the same glue, and 5/8" dowels. It's sturdy as heck, but I do have to fix the surface soon. I have not flattened it yet, and do not know if I will anytime soon. I'm just happy to have a real workbench after all the makeshift things I've used in the past. It's only so junky now because I'm organizing some tools sets for my boys.

 

[Zeeman]

Thanks to 555, Karl, and Lokin4'67. I appreciate the comments.

 

[Zeeman]

Looks good, Zeeman. We're not too far from each other.

Cool. I have about run out of good places up here in Bartow county to look for old tools. I might have to travel your way sometime.