Workholding, low bench, padsaw

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AndyT

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This little video popped up in my YouTube suggestions today. It's only three minutes long and I think it's worth a look since it illustrates several topics which have been discussed on here.

https://youtu.be/ErEo0a4-r58

It shows a man (presumably Chinese?) working on a low bench, like the Roman ones Chris Schwarz has been researching and writing about. He solves the problem of holding the workpiece steady by using a simple loop of what looks like pajama cord, pressing down on it with one foot and releasing the pressure to change position. It's a method that Jacob has suggested more than once, as being quick and effective.

He's making a little stool which unfolds from a solid block, reminiscent of the "Roubo bookstand" as made by Roy Underhill.
In doing so, he shows how a stiff padsaw can sometimes be exactly the right tool for the job.

I hope you like it and find it interesting.
 
Very clever. I can't help thinking that starting with a block twice as thick, a much simpler design would have served :lol:
 
Bookmarked for watching later - Thanks Andy ;)

I've been meaning to build a low bench for a while; they look ideal for working away from the workshop, e.g. in the garden or doing DIY in the house
 
I built one of those so call low benches. It's more of a saw horse with a broad top. Really handy for all sorts of stuff. Makes a great hop up and seat.
 
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