The Gentleman's Valet part four: Drawer dovetails and glue.

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A companion video to 'A Gentleman's Valet' from the new book, The Unplugged Woodshop by Tom Fidgen. 2012. The Taunton Press.
In this clip I lay-out and saw the dovetails in the drawer.
Very traditional methods are used- half blind/lap dovetails in the front, with through dovetails in the back.
A solid, raised panel drawer bottom is made and the whole thing is glued up using liquid hide glue.
If you'd like more information on this, or other hand crafted projects,
pick up my book The Unplugged Woodshop, and check out my website- www.theunpluggedwoodshop.com/
THANKS FOR WATCHING !!

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@RGRGJKK Год назад

Pura vida great job you are talented with hand tools and woodworking techniques

@jan123naj321 10 лет назад

I really like the way you treat the wood, by using this traditional tools you show a lot of respect to the material, that is really wonderfull, thanks for sharing these videos!

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Thanks! It's my pleasure - All the best.

@helshabini 9 лет назад

Such amazing attention to detail...I've never seen such perfectly fitted joinery...

@robertbrunston5406 7 лет назад

Every thing you build is very fine! Thanks you Tom.

@GrahamOrm 10 лет назад

Wonderful stuff Tom. I've been watching your videos for a while now. They are all a pleasure to watch, well done and please don't stop.

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

thanks Graham!

@ausguitarist 10 лет назад

give me the best most expensive power tools and I still won't be able to produce such a good resault. well done mate!

@CrawfordAutomation 10 лет назад

I adore asymmetry in woodworking, those dovetails are perfect.

@CrawfordAutomation 10 лет назад

I don't men to bother but I'm rather terrified to google 'cock beading' Is that anything like purfling or edge banding?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

LOL- yes, it's an applied edge banding! ha!

@andycree6124 10 лет назад

As always, excellent video. You are a wealth of knowledge.

@luizferreira8570 10 лет назад

There's simply incredible to say ,a hug

@SJKanowsky 6 лет назад

Hey Tom, This is about the fifth or sixth time watched this video. Still very enjoyable.

@kwhp1507 10 лет назад

I am relatively new to woodworking and never done any thing considered Fine. So please don't take this negatively. I see the back board of the drawer on the top edge does not fit flush with the side boards. Is that how they are intended to be? Like I said NO Fine experience here just trying to learn a little. BTW you have some amazing talent! Thanks for the videos.

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Kevin, thanks for the comments and question. You're right on both counts- the drawer back isn't flush and yes, that's how it's supposed to be. It's a little low on the back so it doesn't get caught within the carcase- the drawer should solely slide on the drawer sides. The bottom of the drawer back is also short so the drawer bottom can slide into the groove on the lower inside of the parts. This is the traditional way to build drawers. thanks again and all the best~

@KeithPeters 10 лет назад

Very nice, as usual.

@AnfoTyrant 10 лет назад

May I ask you built the bottom like that compared to maybe a traditional rebated loose panel? Awesome Idea, just wondering if structurally it makes a difference.

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

AnfoTyrant- thanks for the question. This method is the traditional method I learned to build drawers. With a rebated bottom panel captured on three sides in grooves and sliding underneath the rear of the drawer. This makes for an extremely solid drawer. all the best~

@mazenkaedbey8002 10 лет назад

Amazing work, just amazing. A pleasure to watch (and listen) but unbelievably hard to try. I tried.

@CrawfordAutomation 10 лет назад

This is going to be gorgeous. What kind of fit do you go for with dovetails? Should it be able to slide together by hand when there is no glue or should it be tighter than that?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

In a 'perfect world' yes, all dovetails would push together with only light hand pressure. That doesn't always work, so a gentle tap with a small mallet is sometimes required! ; D

@chrisfleming7288 7 лет назад

You do amazing work! I'm just getting started in woodworking. I hope you don't mind a novice question, but with such a tight tolerance with the fit of that drawer, don't you worry about expansion and contraction of the wood? It seems to me that you could have fit issues with seasonal changes, etc. I'm very curious about this!

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 7 лет назад

Thanks for the question Chris...here is a previous answer for this same question. I always aim for a tight fit and see where it ends up as the piece progresses. It usually turns out that through the fitting process and finish, things tend to loosen up a little. If I have my choice, I'd rather start with a tight fit than a loose one- can always take more off...same can't be true for the other-; ) all the best~

@brianwhite2974 6 лет назад

Chris Fleming I

@jac_builtWoodworks 6 лет назад

I love the layout you used for your dovetails, what ratio did you use for the tails and how far apart did you space them? They are beautiful.

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 6 лет назад

thanks! I think they're 1:7, that's what I usually do. As for spacing, I don't honestly remember but you'll find this project in my book The Unplugged Woodshop. Cheers~

@gunterschone8402 10 лет назад

Hi Tom, Beautiful video. It's always fun to watch you your videos, especially with how calmly you to work on it this go. How did you attached the drawer bottom? If it is inserted only in the guides or he is still attached with wooden nails? Greetings from Germany.

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Gunter- thanks for the comments and questions and sorry to have missed you in Germany. Maybe next year? As for the drawer bottom- I slide it in and put a small bit of glue in the front groove only. This is plenty to hold a drawer bottom of this size. That way, the drawer bottom will expand and contract towards the back and not swell up and make the sides too tight. Hope that helps- all the best.

@sunchipism 8 лет назад

What kind of blade and plane did you use on the lacewood ? Having a heck of a time preventing tearout...

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 8 лет назад

+sunchipism thanks for the interest and question. I used a bevel up plane with a 35 degree bevel for the rough work. It worked out well. Then for smoothing, I used my 50 degree wood smoothing plane. The plane as well as this Valet project are both from my book, The Unplugged Woodshop. You'll find detailed plans and building instruction in both. all the best-

@sebastiengros3024 10 лет назад

Very nice work, Tom. Thank you very much for sharing: I learn a lot! Where did you learn your craftmanship?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Sebastien, thanks for the comments and question. Everything I've learned I've learned through books. Completely self taught with lots of years of trial and error~ all the best.

@dkp0638 8 лет назад

Great work! My sawing skill is not that great, so that I use dovetail saw guide. BTW, What's the type wood you used for the front side?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 8 лет назад

Thanks for the comments! Using a dovetail guide is ok-; ) at the end of the day, you'll have nice dovetails and feel good about the work you're doing...regardless if you used a guide or not. As for the wood, it's Lacewood. all the best~

@TheRedbeardster 10 лет назад

Nice, as usual, though. What finish coating do you use?

@DanielStarbuck 10 лет назад

Another brilliant video tom, i always look forward to watching your videos as i know i will always learn something new. I hope you could answer this for me, what make is the plane you are using to square up the dovetails? It looks like some kind of smoother but ive got no idea on the style or maker. Thanks and all the best, Dan.

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Daniel, thanks for the comments and the question. The plane is a high angle smoother and the designer and maker is me! -; ) you'll find detailed plans in my book- The Unplugged Woodshop. all the best~

@DanielStarbuck 10 лет назад

Tom Fidgen thanks for your reply, ahh that explains a lot then haha well thats one way of enticing me into buying your book, il have to get it next payday :) What is the advantage of a high angle smoother over a standard or low angle plane? I have being toying with the idea of buying or making a low angle jack plane for a while now so any information would be greatly appreciated. Dan

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Daniel Starbuck If you notice, I'm using figured maple for the drawer sides and back. Wood with lots of figure, means it usually has some twisting and/or reversing grain that is prone to tear out. The high angle helps reduce tear out and leaves a silk-like finish behind. Traditional, Old English infill planes were high angles- that's what I modeled this one after. all the best~

@belfordlancaster6818 8 лет назад

Do you apply clamping pressure when using hide glue? And what is Lacewood like to work?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 8 лет назад

thanks for the question. As for hide glue, yes, light clamping pressure unless of course its a hammer veneering technique in which case no clamps. Lacewood is a bit like oak or ash- but dustier and a little more brittle. all the best~

@bigboss4298 7 лет назад

Tom, with the drawer as tight or snug as it is, will it be difficult to open without having to put a hand on the piece?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 7 лет назад

Great question, thanks BigBoss... I always aim for a tight fit and see where it ends up as the piece progresses. It usually turns out that through the fitting process and finish, things tend to loosen up a little. If I have my choice, I'd rather start with a tight fit than a loose one- can always take more off...same can't be true for the other-; ) all the best~

@bigboss4298 7 лет назад

Tom Fidgen I see, I love your videos and the fabulous pieces you produce! Keep up the great work hope to see more videos in the future as you get them done

@TheWoodWerker 9 лет назад

Beautifully Crafted Tom! What brand shoulder plane do U use, may I ask? Thanks In Advance. Have A Super Blessed Week!.....Gus

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 9 лет назад

TheWoodWerker I have both Lie Nielsen and Veritas. all the best~

@scottwisniewski7372 8 лет назад

Hi Tom, where do you suggest I begin on perfecting my dovetails?

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 8 лет назад

+Scott Wisniewski Hey Scott- great question. In all honesty it boils down to being able to saw straight and being able to start the saw exactly where you want. Practice sawing- that's the key. The layout can be learned and may change from one project to the next, but execution is critical. Practice!!- ; D hope that helps- all the best

@scottwisniewski7372 8 лет назад

Tom Fidgen I will practice and thank you for the advice. I hope to watch and learn from more of your videos. Thanks again, Scott

@dedkotm6208 10 лет назад

I would be very interested in who you grind chisels and knives to planers. Maybe I look like such your video. (sorry for English .... google translate :) )

@theUnpluggedWoodshop 10 лет назад

Thanks for the question. Try this link for some related info on sharpening. www.theunpluggedwoodshop.com/category/sharpening-2 Hope that helps and all the best~