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Monday, May 21, 2018

Mark's Roubo By Hand


Here is my finished bench and I am very happy with it! I’m pretty new at this and don’t own a power jointer or planer - so - I had plenty of hand planing to complete this. At the end of the day, I’m thankful because I am very comfortable with four squaring large pieces as well as flattening a large top with only hand tools. I used 2 x 12 SYP construction lumber. I tried to end up with primarily rift sawn lumber to avoid the large “cathedral grain” flat sawn boards and no knots. I did pretty well with this except for the sliding deadman. That was my last part and I was out of lumber...LOL
 
My first project on my bench was the gap stop. Oh what a blessing it is to use such a fine bench. I didn’t even know what I was missing.
 
Thanks John and Jameel - I appreciate your products. I hope to make many fine pieces of furniture for my family and friends. And also make plenty of memories next to my new bench. Love it!!!!
 
Mark Ortiz


 

4 comments:

  1. Mark, it looks like you've done a beautiful and skillful job building your bench. I hope it will continue to inspire you as you seek to continue challenging yourself through woodworking. Congratulations!

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  2. Over the top workmanship!
    I have a couple of dimensions missing on the Roubo plans, particularly on the right front leg. Can anyone help?
    Thanks in advance
    Bill Belanger

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