Early Access Video: Perfect crosscuts, every time.
Added 2018-04-19 11:22:00 +0000 UTCFriends:
I had a really unexpected response to my last video about straightening boards. I thought basic videos like this were played-out, but that video has 20k views and no sign of slowing down.
So, I made this video to share one of my techniques for batch-cutting perfect crosscuts. I think there are some good tips in here, but I'll let you be the judge.
Also this video features my first attempts at color correction. Many of my shots have always had an ugly yellow tone and I hate it. So, I learned some new post-production techniques and applied them here. I'm eager to hear your opinion.
Finally, if anyone wants to see more woodworking basics videos like this, I'm all ears. What else should I tackle?
As always, thanks for your support. You all make these videos possible.
Comments
Hey Rex. Using the computer to access this forum for the first time. I know, but I always have my phone with me and have plenty of internet data so why not? Well, Patreon sent me a receipt for my membership of the group and I just clicked on the Rex icon and it tool me right here. I'd never seen that video before, which I did like. For a while there I was thinking 'No Rex that's not going to end well' and then you solved the problem you almost created.
Col Rodrick
2021-09-01 21:31:51 +0000 UTCI see what you're saying. I'll try to do a video; even a short one.
Rex Krueger
2018-04-20 10:14:24 +0000 UTCYou need to do a video. Why, well, the first issue is, I need to get a surface the same height as my table saw. My little work site style saw is the only thing that fits in my little work space. So I need to build a little shelf thing to sit on my bench to get the levels the same. What's not obvious then is, the little protractor thing isn't big enough to keep the long piece square, I can use my crosscut sled.. but how to keep the piece square while cutting it isnt obvious. Generally, what I do is set the stop block in relation to my miter box instead.
James Boatright
2018-04-20 00:53:09 +0000 UTCJames, that's when you use a stop block....for me it's usually a heavy, portable tool (i.e. air compressor, jointer, snow blower) that I set off to the side of my table saw or miter saw.
Jason Bailey
2018-04-19 15:53:51 +0000 UTCI think I might need to do a video on that. Let me see if I can answer that briefly. In essence, you need to turn your bench into your saw table. Screw a stop block to one end and then you need some kind of guide that you can fix to the exact length of the board. If you're a hand-tool guy, you can use a bench-hook and a tenon saw. If you own a circular saw, you could use an edge guide or a track from a track saw. Both of these things are easy to find on google if you're getting confused. You basically need a setup with positive stops that will register each board exactly the same way each time. Does that help?
Rex Krueger
2018-04-19 15:43:25 +0000 UTCThat feedback is very helpful! I never knew Patreon was going to be such a good source of constructive criticism. I'm working on the pacing, too. Many of my early videos were way too long and I talk too much (in life, not just in videos). I think I'll keep up with some of these basics videos. Also, yes, my thumb has healed nicely. You can't even really tell visually that I cut it. The nerves are messed up forever and the end of the thumb feels strange when I touch things, but I got off easy. No complaints from me!
Rex Krueger
2018-04-19 15:38:11 +0000 UTCWhen it comes to wood working
James Boatright
2018-04-19 14:53:53 +0000 UTCThat was excellent now tell us how to do the exact same thing with a piece too long to fit between the rip fence and the blade on your table saw which is one of my greatest challenges in life
James Boatright
2018-04-19 14:53:27 +0000 UTCfirst, new color balance is excellent. much much better now. I don't own a table saw, but I've seem a couple of videos about using stop-blocks for repeatable (and safe) cross cutting. Still, your explanation stands out in that it's extremely well put and expands on the do's/don'ts (and the reasons behind them). I think there aren't that many GOOD videos about basics (in my opinion), most have bad pace, I think.. yours is really good and I like the rhythm and explanations :) there's always place for good "basics" videos. Also, if I may add, it's nice to see the finger has healed :) cheers!
George B
2018-04-19 13:31:49 +0000 UTC
