Custom Work Bench

[Dsparil]

is there anyone in the Houston area or in east texas who makes custom work benches for reloading and gunsmithing? I'm looking to invest in a good quality one.

 

[stx kid]

What are you looking spend, and what are you looking for?

 

[Younggun]

If your not concerned about looks you can build one pretty cheap. Couple sheets of plywood and some 2x4s. even throw in some 2x6 if you want it super strong.

 

[stx kid]

If your not concerned about looks you can build one pretty cheap. Couple sheets of plywood and some 2x4s. even throw in some 2x6 if you want it super strong.

Dont listen to this joker! now give me your specs!

 

[hkusp1]

If you can't find a prebuilt bench try making one its very gratifying to built your own equipment.

I didn't build my set up but as soon as I get my layaway guns paid off I'm going to revamp my man cave. This is my set up now, it's a carpenters table I bought from harbor freight it's surprisingly solid for harbor freight merchandise.

 

[Younggun]

Dont listen to this joker! now give me your specs!

Oh C'mon, Just cause I built my bench in an hour an a half. Although it's more of utilitarian by design than asthetically pleasing.(I'll wait while you google the big words)

 

[stx kid]

Oh C'mon, Just cause I built my bench in an hour an a half. Although it's more of utilitarian by design than asthetically pleasing.(I'll wait while you google the big words)

ya know I did get some college under my belt... cough cough jackass cough..

I built a work bench out of 2X4's at the wearhouse I used to run. Easy to build, and it's tough as hell !

 

[Dsparil]

Pretty much EXACTLY like this: http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/3181/0000026hd8.jpg

Something I can sit at comfortably that does NOT require a stool. I can sit in a normal chair and put my legs underneath it since I know I'll be in front of it for hours on end. I've never cared much for stools.

 

[stx kid]

your looking at roughly 150 with good lumber.

Oh and a little wood working tip for you. Mix your saw dust with regular ole' elmers' wood glue to get a seamless look when binding 2x4 studs for a table top finish

 

[Dsparil]

Cheaper than I thought, I was expecting about $500.

 

[stx kid]

That's doing the work yourself mind you. also, having the tools for it is a plus

 

[jbcalhoun]

Here's a pretty neat bench. It uses heavy duty steel and you furnish the wood. You can build it just about any size you desire.

Cabela's: 2x4 Basics® Bench Kit

Brad

 

[Dsparil]

Unfortunately at this time I live in a small apartment and don't have the tools to do it. Also, as I stated about, I'm looking for a custom desk built that I can tuck myself into for HOURS of work. As you can imagine, I'm not a fan of stools.

 

[fuelfather]

Hell I would save the $100 bucks and buy a hand saw, inexpensive driver and a speed square. Then start building with the lumber I would have bought anyway.

 

[fuelfather]

And don't forget the screws

 

[fuelfather]

I would build one for you but the gas to get out to Houston would kill you.

 

[fuelfather]

If you were to buy a kit through Cabela's this sounds more like what would work for you.


2X4 Basics® Compact Bench Kit, Jacks & Tools, Garage & Auto Maintenance, Auto & ATV : Cabela's

 

[stx kid]

I would build one for you but the gas to get out to Houston would kill you.

+1

 

[double_r76]

I ordered the parts I wanted from McMaster Carr... McMaster-Carr

1.75" thick maple top at 72"x30"
35" tall extra heavy duty stationary legs
Lower shelf, upper shelf, and stringer

They also have some pretty nice pre-built units.

Good luck!
-Randy

 

[RetArmySgt]

Contact me by PM i have a master carpenter friend that is currently looking for work i can put you in contact with. Hes on the western side of the belt in Houston.