There are many reasons to watch the entire 3-1/2 hour video, and it would take me almost that long to list them. Like some of the other responders, I was initially hesitant and planned to watch just enough to get an idea of what you were presenting. I ended up watching the entire video, even though I do not need a tote. There are some terrific tips that I will use on other projects. Thank you.
I said it a couple years ago and say it again. You are a real wood machinist. Also this was the longest video I ever have seen that went unbelievable fast by 😁. I probably never make a tool tote like this but the tips, solutions and the mistakes you left in are a real treasure for hobbyists like me and of course why we follow you here and on patreon. I already wish you happy holidays and good health and lots of ideas for the future. So for my end of the end I thank you for this unbelievable complete masterclass that is so much more than making a beautiful tool tote ! 👍👌👍👌👍👌
My first project as an apprentice was to make a proper tool box. I was proud of my results. Boss man grabbed a chisel and mallet and mauled my pride and joy. He said he'd be impressed if I made it look undamaged. He was hard to work with, but he had skills I had to learn.
It takes a Master to captivate the attention of his audience. This by far is your best video yet. Your demonstration, skill set and most of all your ability to teach, is unbelievable. These types of projects are what hobbyists like my self love to challenge ourselves with. I look forward in more of your instructional videos. Thank You Sir and God Bless. Conroe Texas.
Of all the places I've never been, Conroe Texas is one of 'em 😁 Thanks for watching and taking a minute to post such a gratifying comment David... much appreciated! I hope you're able to build a tool tote for yourself and build your skillset along the way.
No question you are the GOAT. This build, like all your builds, is an eye opener for an amateur like me. You show what can be done with regular tools and attention to detail. Thank you so much for time well spent..
Thanks for sayin' Bob... much appreciated. It's worth mentioning that I made the old tooltote that this one replaces with far less experience and less sophisticated tools than I have now yet it served as a stepping stone on my journey of lifelong learning. I encourage you to push yourself outside your comfort zone where, as long as you pay attention to safety, every project is a learning experience that accumulates throughout your life.
Matt, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. Your workmanship reminds me so much of my dad’s. Wish she was here to learn more from . But on the good side I found your channel. Learned so much.. Your light humor kept me tuned in till the end ,I got to give Chip a bit of Credit as well. I’ll be watching for your next video to learn more and laugh a little. Thanks for sharing you are masterful level of carpentry.😇👍🇺🇸
Welcome to Next Level Carpentry on RU-vid... thanks for watching and commenting. Hope you'll check out a few older vids here as you're watching for the next video. There's a good one in the pipeline IMHO😎
This may sound weird, but, thanks for still making mistakes after all the years you've been doing this. Learning from one's own mistakes is the sign of a wise man. Learning from the mistakes of others is a sign of an even wiser one. Getting to learn from yours makes me feel like a genius. Thanks Matt. PS. Have you considered having some kind of an "End of the End of the End Club"? Maybe a t-shirt?
The idea of The end of the end of the end club is a fantastic idea. I'd definitely be a part of the group. Ive never missed an end of the end of the end of a NLC video!!
I guess those of us who show up and stay until the End of the End of the End are just members by default. Now we need Matt to get us a t-shirt and a mug to buy and we're set, unless someone knows how to make it more "organized".
Awesome program Matt! I had to watch between stages of repairing a sink disposal but I got both tasks accomplished!!! The double sided tape trick was enough to justify the price of admission.
Thanks Mr Multiasker... much appreciated! It's reassuring to know I'm not the only 'lifer' who's gobsmacked with appreciation to learn such a simple hack... can't believe I/we didn't figure that out decades ago! 🤔
"For those of you who watch to learn, instead of expecting to be taught..." My god what a guru you are. I've tried to teach many a younger guy in my trade and while I never thought of it in such an eloquent aphorism, I know exactly what you mean and have experienced the difference first hand many times. Unfortunately in my experience, the latter is FAR more common.
Those who 'watch to learn' are special but rare breed for sure! On the rare occasion I meet one I consider it an honor and pleasure to nourish their thirsty minds. Full disclosure: I stole the 'watch to learn vs expect to be taught' thing from someone else when it hit me the same way it hit you here. Here's to the true "learners"!
Matt. stayed for the end of a Wonderfull build. Loved it, but wondeered about the addition off a coverable small tool tray. You're a marvelous teacher. and the reason I'm a Patreon member. John
Hey John, Congrats on making it to The End X3! A 'coverable tray' is definitely a great feature. This video was long enough as it was so I didn't include the extra work required to add the drawer you see in this Short video: ru-vid.comz8OrvgGovNY?feature=share Thanks for your kind words about teaching at NLC and your support as a patron... wish I was able to produce more videos more often because I love to share but video production hurdles really limit my content output (see recent post at Patreon for a bit of insight into my situation).
Yes, I stayed up to the end, a great video, very informative and easy to watch, I love watching a true craftsman at work, wether it be wood, metal, leather or whatever, and you were a joy to watch. Thank you. Keep it up.
I love the description about how we the viewers can us these strategies for all manners of applications because that’s legit all I’m here for is the nifty trade secrets, not so much the tote plan itself
Wow, I love this! My brain is about to explode from all the wonderful information and tips. I'm not a good enough woodworker to build one of these but have enough experience to appreciate YOUR skill and setups.
Im currently 89 years old. I started working in the home building industry in 1951. Back then every carpenter had a wood toolbox of a similar design of this tool box. However they werent nearly as attractive. They were made from basic material, usually white pine, and as a rule had no finish on them. They held all the tools required for framing work, and were carried from a vehicle to the workplace. The only tools a carpenter would have on his person would be his hammer and a 6 or 8 ft folding wood rule. And a heavy cloth nail apron tied around the waist held several different size nails and a pencil. Some carpenters, especially finish carpenters wore white bib overalls which had the nail apron built in, as well as pockets and loops for pencils, hammers, and other small tools. Buckets were never used for tool storage, probably due to the fact that there was no such thing as a plastic bucket back then. Metal 5 gal. buckets were ones that some type of material came in, like paint for example. Most carpenters. had 2 wooden tool boxes, one held all their framing tools, and the other all their finish carpentry tools. The finish box would be larger and contain things like drawers for tools like wood chisels. Todays framing carpenters mostly wear all their tools all the time by use of a large tool belt with suspenders. I personally dont understand the logic to having all those tools hanging on you all day. If i were still active today i would probably be wearing a tool belt also, but a much smaller one, with most of my tools being in a nearby tool box. And on the rare occasion i might need a tool like say a cats paw, id just go to my box and get it. Or id be asking someone to toss me one. All that said, sorry for taking away from your very nice tool box video.
LOL! I can just see you: RU-vid playing on a monitor in front of your stationary bike as you virtually climb 2,400' on a scenic bike route in Slovakia! 🥵 Thanks for watching and commenting on this one!
Finally, seeing your humorous side is awesome and really entertaining to watch. Thanks for your sincerity and exposing the funny guy inside an OCD 🤣😂 (Dravwing perfect arc tip was tremendous)
Great video! Tons of detail, outstanding tips and inspiration. Been meaning to make a tote just like this for years. I've used one forever, but it's one my dad made me about 20 years ago. Nothing flashy, but so handy. I don't like wearing tool belts, so I love to use my tote to toss just the tools and fasteners I need to do the job such as patch a roof, mend a fence, or whatever little job around the house needs to be done in an afternoon. Nice save on the finish at the end on the blooper reel. Good thing you had the apron on.
I really appreciate the detail and care you demonstrate in your videos. Having the pleasure as a viewer to get first hand expert knowlege from a Master Carpenter on all the intricatecies of fine wood working is truly a pricless and humbling experience. Thank you for all your hard work!!
I enjoy all your videos, always something to learn, and a good reminder that "simple" projects still take a good amount of time. So many RU-vid woodworkers go from rough lumber to beautiful furniture in 15 minutes, that so much is lost.. sure those are geared more towards entertainment, but for someone like me, it's how I continue to learn... A video like this puts it into prospective of what is really involved.
Yes it's about building a tool box but the main outcome here is a wealth of knowledgeable techniques that can be used over and over as a woodworker. This 3+ hour video is well worth the watch, it has solutions for so many roadblocks in design and execution while woodworking. Thanks so much. {this is not a one sitting viewing, agreed, but no problem watching it over several days. Not once did I fall asleep..... It inspired me to get back in the shop|
Hey Brian... great to see a comment from you here... it's been awhile. Whatever it is about this video that kept you awake and inspired you to get back in the shop is a good thing! Enjoy your newfound motivation and have fun with whatever project you take on!
Love your humor!! So dry! Good rant too! You are really the best youtube. carpenter teacher out here!! (maybe thats why most are calling themselves woodworkers instead?)
I was very hesitant to start a 3-1/2 hr video but I'm glad I did. There are so many tips throughout the video that can be applied to many different projects (not just a tool tote). Thank you for the thorough walkthrough during each phase.
So essential this way of showing the procedures ! Thanks a lot for the quality and also the hardwork of putting this in video. Greetings from France. Best
Matt, you are an absolute legend! I cannot imagine the hours of detailed work required to bring this to us! To be sure I'll be watching it again (🤣) with my pen and notebook in hand! Thank you so much for your persistence. How do you keep yourself motivated through the months, and the projects, to keep going? It's a pleasure watching you work and teach us lesser mortals! I can not wait for the day that I'm able to put your mastery to the test of my developing skills! Thing is, I am in no doubt, that following your steps, I can achieve anything you show us, the difference will be the time taken to complete, but never the completion of the challenge! Thanks for the time you take making the detailed video's; getting to the end of the end of the end, is always a pleasure!
Truth be told, Daniel, it's appreciative and supportive comments from viewers like you that supply much of the mojo needed to grind through video productions in general, much less a magnum opus like this one so: thank you, thank you!! As I reviewed this video in final production I became more aware of what I was 'expecting' viewers to endure: 3-1/2 HOURS in a single video, and a video that has the significant flaw of the whole handle width thing. That situation almost caused me to bail on the whole project because of the rather daunting effort required to "remodel the whole video" but, believing there's viewer like yourself out there in the world who would still potentially benefit from the video, I found the determination to press on, come what may. Thanks for watching and commenting... Best, Matt
Ive gone from carrying small tools in, to tool bags, to totes or crates, to boxes. Im at a point now where i want my organization and equipment to speak to the quality of work i produce. This masters tool tote is just the challenge im looking for, thanks Matt!
You're sure welcome. Equipment that speaks to quality seems to be a thing of the past but it's about the only 'marketing' I've ever done and has worked well for almost 25 years. Have fun with the build... it would be fun to see what you do to 'make it your own'!
Okay, it took me a while. And, I had to watch in a few doses but honestly Matt, this video is a work of art. The tool tote is unreal of course but the video itself is really well done. I don't want to spoil it for anyone who will watch until 14 minutes are left, but that part....the epoxy infill is just the epitome of NLC. Thanks for all your hard work and thank Chip for us too. Hey, I wonder if ......that epoxy treatment would work on a miniature tool tote? Oh, and remember, there's no crying over spilt gel poly.
Congratulations Rick... and thanks for your determination to make it through to the end. Of the end. Of the end. As a patron you're even more dialed in to the behind the scenes drama and events where this video is concerned and so probably understand other catastrophes during the 10 month long video production process caused more tears than a mere gel poly spill! Best, Matt
Thanks for all the content you provide. I like that you show the benefit/payoff of making templates for what might seem to be even the most basic parts. Your attention to small details shows your commitment to be a next level carpenter.
Incredible detail! I like the frogtape and saw dust for managing glue squeeze out. I am about to glue a guitar neck to the body and for finishing purposes there can be no residual glue near the joints.
Good to see you still doing yer thing! I swear you haven't aged a day since you started this gig ! Still enjoy your humor and your wood wisdom! Be careful and be good my old friend!
Glad to know you enjoy the humor... life's too short to take it too seriously, right? I'm thankful to still be able to do my thing... I don't do as much but it's a lot more than nothing. 😉😎
I always thought of myself as a perfectionist. My Wifre wouldn't understand why I was yanking something apart because it was screwed up. She wouldn't wouldn't see it , but I'd say I'm not gonna look at that the rest of my life. You make me look like a butcher. Thanks for the videos & you Truely live up to ypur title...... next level carpentry
Thanks Dean... means a lot in any case but much more on this video because you're right: this one took a TON of time and effort so appreciate comments like yours help justify the investment of effort on my part. As long as the end result justifies the time you spent/spend watching it's a win-win! 😎
Congratulations for making it all the way through... not a task for the faint of heart! Glad you liked the box joint process... FWIW they're the best ones I've made to date personally too. 😎
Very cool. Thank you! If you'll share this video and the Next Level Carpentry Channel as a whole with your friends and social media platforms it helps fuel the fire for future videos here which is always appreciated!
Hey Matt Excellent!!! No more evidence is needed with this video to prove why your channel is titled Next Level Carpentry I watched it on my computer and took numerous notes on my iPhone. In an era of instant gratification you buck the trend. You don't need to apologize for its length. Anyone who left, well it's their loss I will purchase plans and build one but will use some 3/4 good on one side ply. Here in Ontario where I live I would have to mortgage my house to buy Baltic Birch!!! But I will try to follow your guidance and be as methodical as you were. Thanks John
Thanks for such an encouraging comment! I see what you mean about a second mortgage for a little Balitic birch plywood: www.amazon.ca/Midwest-Products-5336-Plywood-24-Inch/dp/B000MNKTV0/ref=sr_1_5?crid=216BKSWJQKZMO&keywords=baltic+birch+plywood+1%2F2&qid=1703600983&sprefix=baltic+bir%2Caps%2C120&sr=8-5 FWIW I used 3/4" 'good on one side' plywood for the original tool tote I made and carried for over 20 years so there's no shame in that decision for practicality... have fun with the build!
At least you caught the blooper on camera.... Good catch Matt. And another Next Level project. I love it. I will be building one myself this cold winter in New York.
Thanks for the suggestion Danny. Turns out I did do a video on that some years back but, no surprise, didn't get it done in 5 minutes 🤣 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ykzQurvEqOo.html
@@dannydodge7191 That video was a LLLLLONG time ago but it's a timeless tip for sure. I think it's something I originally got from Fine Woodworking or Fine Homebuilding magazine but have used it with great results for decades...
Given my pre-Christmas schedule and the requisite honey-do list, I viewed the entire video over a series of four sessions, which I just completed. I enjoyed every minute of what is likely the longest You Tube video I have watched to date. The planning, the attention to detail, and the investment of time you have put into these tool boxes is impressive, as are the results. These things I can imagine based on my experience. However, what I have a harder time imagining is the time and effort it took to (a) become proficient in the use of the P2 Laser, and (2) the time and effort required to edit this video. All I can say is WOW! The investments in learning and editing clearly were well worthwhile, daunting as they might seem to me. FWIW, as a former teacher, I note how well you use language. Those who helped you gain the skills and the disposition to use language well - your family, your teachers, and you -- are all to be credited. Not only do you use language impressively, you play with it humorously, which I also appreciate. (Not to mention that as a Minnesota-raised guy born in the middle of the last century, I also remember Lawrence Welk. How wonderful, wonderful, wonderful is that?! 😎 ) Many thanks for another interesting, instructive, and entertaining video. Again, I can only say. "Well Done". 👍👍 Regards, respects, and best wishes. Happy Holidays to you and yours.
Thank you for the video and tips. I enjoyed the project greatly. By no means what follows are complaints or knocks, just a few alternate takes. I would have swapped out the white notches by chiseling off the white end at a 45 and set in a dark one. This way the view of any side would not be odd. On the grip I think adding some bulk and then turning on a lathe some (if I had one) to fill up the hands grip and not have all the weight of the tools on the second digits. And finally, as you said there a lot of choices in attaching the bottom. I would have gone with a cleat on the inside of the box so the screws would not have been seen or in need of plugs. Thank you again. Oh, I made it all the way to the end of the end of the end. That CA sealing ig a great idea. Thank you for that one too.
Congratulations Tony... 3 1/2 hours is not a task for the faint of heart! Really wanted to start the video production all over from scratch when the handle problem came up but that would have been like swimming half way across a lake and turning back when I felt like I couldn't make it... if you know what I mean?
I hope you do, Danny... with guidance from the video and workable dimensions provided, it really isn't too crazy of a build plus it's pretty amazing to see/hear reactions from people when they see you show up to work toting this tote! I figured you're one of those who noticed a difference in the Karri wood tote and its infilled lettering...
Hey Matt, have been looking forward to this build. I am half way through my own version of your tool tote. It has stretched my abilities to the limit, but I have enjoyed all the challenges and although not perfect the skills I have learned so far are invaluable. I look forward to making a V2.0 and getting a 'Scoosh' closer to your craftmanship. As always thank you and keep up the great work.
It's almost embarrassing how long it took to put this video together so I'm glad patient viewers like you are finally able to see it. I can tell you that these, my V2.0 are much better/nicer than the V1.0 I built years ago so I have great expectations for your 2nd version. Feel free to add a link to pictures of yours if you want. Thanks for watching and commenting and have fun with the build!
Might I suggest hooking a vacuum up to that random orbit sander? I have that same sander and for years I used it just as you do. But once I hooked my vacuum up to it, I will never go back. It makes a big difference in how long the paper lasts and in how much dust you inhale. Try it.
I think you'll find that a tool tote like this is as much fun to have to use as it is to make. It NEVER fails to generate compliments any time and anywhere people see it which is a great motivator for making one IMHO... have fun!
Actually you appear to be much more enamored with yourself and the value of your ignorant comments on viable content... a legend in your own mind perhaps? 🤔
The craftsmanship of your projects is excellent, but I had to shut it off at the intro. I’ll probably come back and watch the rest but being so braggy about not producing short content was kinda cringe. Like yeah, we get it, and we appreciate the long format video, but there’s no need to be arrogant or act superior for it. @@NextLevelCarpentry
@@WatchmakerErik Can't win for losing: DON'T make a comment and trolls trash me for 'long, boring videos' as if I don't know they're long. DO make a comment to deflect aforementioned trolls and, well, there's comments like yours... Hope you enjoy the video and find something in it worth your while though...
@@NextLevelCarpentry I do apologize for not framing my comment in a more positive way. I hope the feedback proves helpful in the future. I’ll let you know how I liked the video when I am done and hope you know I meant no ill. I do enjoy videos with lots of detail rather than a breeze through…something that will actually teach me how to do what I’m watching and give me tips I can use. Hand wheel jockeys like me can do precision in metal bu the expressiveness of good woodworking is amazing. Have an awesome day friend!
@@WatchmakerErik Apology accepted. Much respect for 'handwheel jockeys'... I sometimes envision a 2nd life where I end up as a 'master machinist'. Hope you find something worthwhile in the video to overcome your initial reaction to my presentation.
Matt, another absolutely fantastic project. The end of the end of the end content is awesome. I see you used a much larger piece of cardboard vs the usual Lenz Brothers Pizza Box for putting the Gel Polly on with.
Use millimetres only joking briliant work. I'm Scottish we very rarely use inches etc and I'm a carpenter. Its odd engineering drawing's etc are all in MM but when we go to Timber Yard we ask for 4by2, 3by2, 2by2 etc all inches. Plywood/Sheet materials are the same 8by4ft etc. Its the transition from MM from inches & feet in the last 40 years. Millimetres/CM/M are easier to read on tapes etc.
Here’s a question for ya I’ve pretty much watched all your videos within days of posting. I’m extremely accurate with hitting the thumbs up button Today more than a handful of videos had the thumbs up button in checked. Just thought it was strange because I have had to re subscribe to a few channels because that magically disappears sometimes also
Your guess is as good as mine as to what the geniuses at RU-vid 'update' and change at any given time. I'm thankful that you're as determined as you are to watch videos here at Next Level Carpentry because it's a lot easier to give up in exasperation than it is to keep up with constant changes and surprises that are seldom for the best IMHO.
Um, so like i went to sleep with RU-vid on (like i do every night) and here i am with no idea what in hell is going on and all of a sudden i heard an alarm clock and then "this is for all you who went to sleep" touché.... 😂
That's hilarious! Never know how video production results will play out but this is a classic! Thanks for watching and commenting... now go back to sleep! 😉🤣
@@NextLevelCarpentry funny thing is, i woke up right before the alarm clock went off but it was funny nonetheless, it was about 3 am in sweden when this happened 😂
@@rexarn781 Funniest thing is that I get more comments from viewers who say long videos from Next Level Carpentry put them to sleep, not wake them up. Thanks for watching in Sweden, regardless of what time of day or night!
So I bought a band saw, a miter saw, a tablesaw, a router table, a hand router, a lot of clamps and I dont know what to do. What do you think? Oh a tool box.
Watched all the way through the blooper :) I have used Bartley Gel Varnish for years - I'm assuming the Gel Poly you're using is not very much different at all. The desk I'm sitting at has 6 coats as does the mahogany electric guitar I finished - wonderful to hold and play! Did have a Q: Why plywood on the ends? I had expected a solid wood...
I chose Russian Birch plywood for the ends for joinery integrity. With solid wood, the ends would need to be two pieces: one oriented horizontally for strength in the finger joints and the other vertically for strength for the handle. That's doable but I actually prefer the beauty of all the fine plies of Russian Birch as an additional design element. It's also in the same thought process of a plywood bottom held in with screws: real world practicality... IMHO. It would be cool to see if any viewers adapt the overall design to a 'show piece' tool tote made entirely out of solid wood...
Instead of remaking the handles could an inlay of a walnut or different work been put in to hide the gaps in the mortise without affecting the strength of the mortise? Just curious if that would of worked aswell
I like the way you think. A number of similar ideas crossed my mind and, if not for the fact I was posing as a Master Carpenter producing a video worthy of that persona, I sure would have used a different work-around. Show business is a tough game, right? 😉😎
Yeah trolls probably could fap out 10 copies with their CNC but thats why the video is called Master Carpentry and not Jackass CNC. Nobody wanting to watch a video about manual carpentry skills and woodworking wants to watch a troll named lazy Larry import some tool paths and listen to their CnC router scream at 20,000+ rpm for the next hour …. That’s for people who want to watch or learn CNC skills in which case they probably wouldn’t be watching this. For the record I love CNC machines more than manual work but the point I’m highlighting is: I hate idiots who don’t understand the simple point “To each his own”. Depending where we are at certain stages of life our interests and focus will shift and change. If life was simply all about making money or efficiently doing stuff the human race would have gone the way of the dodo or it would have become a species I would never want to be apart of.
Thanks for watching and commenting on this one. Parts of this video/build seem borderline hypocritical because using an app for the router lift and a laser for engraving definitely blurs the lines between manual carpentry/woodworking skills and 'mindless' CNC exposing me to potential criticism for 'leaving the reservation' but I think that's a story of growth/development in the art.
Yeah, the rabbet is too narrow for screws to work. Another reason is that I don't want exposed screw heads on the bottom of the tote where they could scratch surfaces when the tool tote is set down.
@@grmrbrts5123 Yours is just the sort of suggestion that moves design forward and is always welcome. You could make the rabbet a little deeper/wider and then use the small small countersunk screws to prevent scratching. That would remove visible screws but thinner would might chip more easily? Who knows, but it proves the point many things in design aren't right or wrong, just different.
Completely unrelated to the project here, what band saw is that? Im in the market for one, want it big enough to do some resawing, but i also want my bandsaw to be capable of general use.
That's a Laguna HD 16 bandsaw with an absurd re-saw height capacity... that I 'never' use. In the meantime, the extra-long blades cost more $$ and provide no benefit. 14" bandsaw with 12" resaw capacity is probably all I really need and would be more than adequate for "general use". Shop for the best quality within your budget because more capacity with less quality is a loosing proposition IMHO.
@@NextLevelCarpentry fair enough. I'm thinking I could use all the resaw I can get. I like working with live edge but I don't like making furniture that weighs a ton a piece, so Id like to be able to resaw live edges and back with a 1/4 inch ply. I've done it a couple times but my table saw only cuts so deep. And my handsaw finishes have given me mixed results. I think I push too hard with my saws.
