Make a Squaliper

Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль

I call a giant caliper a SQUALIPER because it's a framing SQUAre caLIPER. Make one for your tool collection... it's a great way to use an amazing piece of wood you have on hand that's too small for other projects but far too nice to throw away... and I'll bet you'll be the only one around who has a uniquely useful tool like this in their shop or toolbox!
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  • @larion3296
    @larion32963 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Matt for yet another useful development. I probably missed something but I would try to add some metal reinforcement in the slot or add another wood piece as an L, to lengthen the slot resting against the perpendicular part of the square, to improve the chances of keeping it parallel with the square. In your hands this probably works well but in my hands this would otherwise become wobbly and not very accurate for measuring.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    3 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome... I think you'd be impressed by how stable it is even though the moveable 'blade' is only 2 1/2" wide. Initially I thought the slot would wear quickly leading to inaccuracies you mention but I'm pleasantly surprised how well it works as is. A little wax on the square would make it work even better if necessary but it's remarkably accurate as is... Best, Matt

  • @marting.7564
    @marting.75644 жыл бұрын

    I needed you as my shop teacher in school. You keep it light hearted, simple and fun. 👍🏽

  • @victoryak86

    @victoryak86

    2 ай бұрын

    He’d be the best at that!

  • @donsimon4419
    @donsimon44192 жыл бұрын

    What a cool idea! This video inspired me to make something similar for my 8 X 12 square which had not seen any use for years. In the window on mine I added a vernier so I could measure to the nearest 1/32nd inch, which I think is about the limit one could expect to achieve.

  • @jeffreyhalverson2611
    @jeffreyhalverson2611 Жыл бұрын

    I'm hoping to meet Chip someday, he's obviously the 'Brains behind the operation"!

  • @DanielinLaTuna
    @DanielinLaTuna3 жыл бұрын

    I like the larger diameter cut-out too. It feels more aesthetically pleasing.

  • @keithmathews4605
    @keithmathews46054 жыл бұрын

    Your channel is the only one that I will sit through and listen to the "shout outs", as well as go to purchase from the "affiliate links". Almost every other channel seems to do things in a tacky and tasteless manner which immediately causes me to skip over them. Good on you for doing what you can to not make it sound as though you are out to pull money from the pockets of your viewers.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    I really wish it wasn't necessary to do any income generating stuff in videos Keith. Using an online platform like KZread for 'free' teaching videos generates a fair amount of revenue but, sadly, the larger the platform, the less 'they' pay to content generators like me. Do you know Jeff Bezos was recently proclaimed the richest man in the world yet as of this April 21st 2020 will slash the acceptable pittance they pay Affiliates from linked sales by 46%?! And then WE take it on the chin for 'shameless promotion' by mentioning anything income related in a video when a KZread Channel, like any other viable entertainment business, should make a profit?! If Google and Amazon would sacrifice a reasonable amount of their obscene profits to reward those who play a key role in generating it I, for one, would gladly cease any mention of 'support' and fill videos with what I'm passionate about: getting better at carpentry... but I'm not holding my breath. Instead I'll rely on the forbearance of viewers like you who must 'sit through... shout outs' and, ultimately, pay the price for Brin, Bezos et al. Did I really say all that with my 'outside voice'?! Methinks I did...🤨 My little rant here is in no way directed at you, Keith, and I'll gladly pull my reply if it offends you because the last thing I want to do is alienate a viewer who compliments me on delivering necessary information... most sincerely, Matt

  • @keithmathews4605

    @keithmathews4605

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentry There is no need to pull this reply. It is genuine and heart felt, and it comes from a place that didn't sound as though it had any other intent than to be what it is... a moment of clarity with the tone of a mentor. As I said, you do a really nice job at making the promos and shout outs seem less like money chasing things than so many others. I mean, I hope my phrasing and tone in my original comment didn't come across as rude towards you, as that was most certainly not my intent.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@keithmathews4605 Your original comment was a compliment which I sincerely appreciate. Thank you for watching and sharing your viewpoint... it's most welcome here! Best, Matt

  • @victoryak86

    @victoryak86

    2 ай бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentryI know this is all four years old, but you couldn’t have said it better. The best word to describe that kind of greed is obscene as you said. Oh well appreciate all you do for us “little guys.”

  • @brucepaterson7752
    @brucepaterson77524 жыл бұрын

    Its good to see you and Chip practicing social distancing. Stay safe.

  • @richgrimshaw1905
    @richgrimshaw19054 жыл бұрын

    Thank You! I have an immediate use for one of these, and *just* the right kind of special wood to make it from. Going into the shop right now :-) You, sir, are an inspiration, and a mighty fine carpenter. Would love to buy you a beer one day.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@jamescollier3 nowhere... I figure if an explanation is necessary it's probably not possible.

  • @diannadearborn1117

    @diannadearborn1117

    4 жыл бұрын

    The point is the doing. If it proves useful, so much the better.

  • @57z

    @57z

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@jamescollier3 its demoed at the 23:20 mark

  • @craigmonteforte1478
    @craigmonteforte14784 жыл бұрын

    Very nice tool the grains and that Poly finish really look fantastic

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    I use that Poly finish on pieces that get held Craig... it's equally amazing to the touch. Check out the CA Glue Caddy video on NLC for another example. 😎

  • @rehx
    @rehx4 жыл бұрын

    Love your channel! Thank you for sharing your lifelong knowledge in a way that is easy to understand and entertaining. You have inspired me in many ways.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're quite welcome Simon... always rewarding to know when someone is inspired by NLC videos! 😎

  • @davomontgomeryda3rd
    @davomontgomeryda3rd4 жыл бұрын

    awesome idea & beautiful work! Hey just a thought for those with a steel square, maybe sink in a rare earth/ neodymium magnet or two into your squaliper to have a bit of built in magnetic hold to your steel square. Another thought would be to incorporating a decent rubber band, or slice of a bicycle tire intertube, loop it through the D hole & around the butt of the squaliper... pull the rubber band back to slide in your square & the tension from the rubber band will keep the squaliper connected to your square, if ever need your hands free (say if taking a measurement while up on a ladder) my theory is the rubber band will hold your measurement/ position &/or at least keep you from accidentally dropping your beautiful squaliper.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    I like the way you think TCHE... thanks for watching and commenting here!

  • @josianrodriguez1249
    @josianrodriguez12494 жыл бұрын

    NICE JOB WELL DONE.

  • @RyanAllendorf
    @RyanAllendorf4 жыл бұрын

    Chip and chip are a dynamite duo!!! Love the video work.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Ryan... I'll mention it to Chip next time he's around... he'll be glad to hear he's made an impression! Best, Matt

  • @rickcimino743
    @rickcimino7434 жыл бұрын

    One small step for you.....another great video for us. Thanks Matt!

  • @vincentmiconi1869
    @vincentmiconi18694 жыл бұрын

    Never heard the word before but a caliper made of a square is a darn good idea!

  • @tristancraddock2562
    @tristancraddock25624 жыл бұрын

    That grain orientation is amazing!

  • @peterfitzpatrick7032

    @peterfitzpatrick7032

    4 жыл бұрын

    On the speed square ?? 😂

  • @konstantinivanov1986
    @konstantinivanov19864 жыл бұрын

    You are great. Thank you.

  • @r.mercado9737
    @r.mercado97373 жыл бұрын

    This is one SHARP MAN! Thank you so much! Semper Fi

  • @ecaff9515
    @ecaff95154 жыл бұрын

    Wow...Excellent video and process Sprinkled with just the right amount of woodworking humor. Thank you for sharing.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Like any seasoning: it's easy to over-do so I'm glad to know it's 'just right' for ya! 😂😎

  • @ecaff9515

    @ecaff9515

    4 жыл бұрын

    Your a great inspiration. Much success to you and Chip👍

  • @garryprendergast6183
    @garryprendergast61834 жыл бұрын

    Great idea 👍👍👍

  • @wallaceanthony4707
    @wallaceanthony47074 жыл бұрын

    Just found your channel today. Top notch!

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Welcome Wallace.... hope you find more stuff you like as you browse Videos here at Next Level Carpentry. Best, Matt

  • @markgoode4109
    @markgoode41094 жыл бұрын

    A very good idea using some beautifully grained wood. Thanks for sharing your ideas and skills with us. Best wishes.

  • @LosoIAm
    @LosoIAm4 жыл бұрын

    This will definitely come in handy every now and then - many thanks for sharing, Sir.

  • @kevinmccann316
    @kevinmccann3163 жыл бұрын

    Damn those grains really popped!

  • @davidarnds3831
    @davidarnds38314 жыл бұрын

    I always enjoy watching your projects. Thanks

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    You betcha David... Thx for watching and commenting!

  • @alphasigmasezon8597
    @alphasigmasezon8597 Жыл бұрын

    💯💯💯 Excelente, muito agradecido.

  • @woodlandparadise6002
    @woodlandparadise60024 жыл бұрын

    i just cut down a small Apple tree I now will save it for a project and smoking too- great video Chip

  • @JohnDoe-jx2oq
    @JohnDoe-jx2oq4 жыл бұрын

    Something to look forward to, Matt. Thanks, I can't wait.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    You and me both! Normally I'd not release a new video as a Premiere on Easter Sunday but the times we find ourselves in are far from normal, right? Enjoy...

  • @garychandler4296
    @garychandler42964 жыл бұрын

    Not having time to build every tool I like, a circular saw guide gives you a quick "squaliper" for center finding or marking, plus they often have a rule stamped on them. Great for transferring lines.

  • @jameshodgins1937
    @jameshodgins19374 жыл бұрын

    Chip is pretty handy to have around!

  • @JohnDoe-jx2oq

    @JohnDoe-jx2oq

    4 жыл бұрын

    Chip does great work, but Matt is the Next Level Guru that taught him everything he knows. Their attention to detail is just incredible.

  • @tomtruesdale6901
    @tomtruesdale69014 жыл бұрын

    Those turned out beautiful, that apple wood is outstanding! Was not certain what you were using them for till the end, great idea.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tom... I was extremely pleased at how perfect that applewood was for this... definitely a happy accident cuz' I didn't even remember I had it until I realized I didn't have any more of the curly Koa for another squaliper. Guess I relied on the thumbnail image too much to communicate what these are used for... glad you made the connection though because I suspect many will bail early from lack of clarity... Happy Easter, sir!

  • @moahs5682

    @moahs5682

    4 жыл бұрын

    Matt, No, I didn't bail out and I'm glad I didn't. I like the idea of a wingnut & bolt to temporarily hold the setting instead of the clamp - more rugged and easily loosened. Joe S

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@moahs5682 the 'wingnut & bolt' idea has merit... I may consider a Squaliper V2.0 to implement it at some point. THX!

  • @rwbishop
    @rwbishop4 жыл бұрын

    Cool videos, thanks! Far as the cleaned up squares go, I bet a couple coats of automotive wax would keep them looking great much longer... however, a brush & some time will probably be required to remove residual wax from the graduations.

  • @r.mercado9737
    @r.mercado97373 жыл бұрын

    The ideas brought to surface are equally ideal. Now to look toward the “influencer page.” OOHRAH!

  • @wilhelmtaylor9863
    @wilhelmtaylor98634 жыл бұрын

    As an engineer I learned the 80/20 rule this way: The first 80% of the project takes 80% of the time and effort. The last 20% takes the other 80% of time and effort. I'm 72 so you this may not have made it into the present day lexicon.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    I think the emergence of Murphy (of Murphy's Law renown) may have something to do with the 80/80/20/80 time and effort equation being altered for current times Wilhelm but I won't argue for a minute that your calculations are correct! 😉😎

  • @jerrybobteasdale

    @jerrybobteasdale

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sounds about right.

  • @gr8dvd

    @gr8dvd

    2 жыл бұрын

    Kinda like total project (time) estimator… take initial estimate, multiply x2, then increase units by 1. Ex: 2hr initial estimate = 4 days; 2wk initial = 4 months. My overly optimistic project estimates were immediately cut in half by this rule… from always (100%) 😀

  • @stoneomountain2390
    @stoneomountain23903 жыл бұрын

    I look at this and think. " It needs a spirit level" Nice idea.

  • @SH-pc4xt
    @SH-pc4xt4 жыл бұрын

    Very nice, Chip, and that apple wood was indeed beautiful! Give my regards to Matt...

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Will do, SH... Best, Chip

  • @rossmckenzie1854
    @rossmckenzie18544 жыл бұрын

    Matt, you are the first person I have heard outside of my university setting to correctly name the 80/20 rule as Pareto. 10/10.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    That's funny Ross... I'm glad I was pronouncing it close enough to convince you... I didn't check but have sometimes said "parade-oh" and figure it was spelled Paretto... It really does apply in the shop and on jobsites though, doesn't it?

  • @danielgregory9564
    @danielgregory95644 жыл бұрын

    That apple wood is gorgeous!!!

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Daniel; yeah, I know... right? Whodda thunk it... I was as pleased/surprised as anyone!

  • @jerryjones7293
    @jerryjones72933 жыл бұрын

    Tool envy

  • @designer-garb572
    @designer-garb5724 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are so much fun to watch, really enjoyed that.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Good to know you enjoy 'em D.G. Thanks for watching and commenting here!

  • @michael.schuler
    @michael.schuler4 жыл бұрын

    Cool build, Matt. You could easily incorporate an integral locking mechanism to eliminate use of the clamp. For example, you could you deepen the kerf to 2 1/8" deep instead of 1 7/8", then attach a 1/2" x 1/2" x 3 1/2" crosspiece to the butt end of the Squaliper arm. Then drill and tap a 1/4-20 hole through it, in line with the longitudinal centerline of the arm. Any type of 1/4-20 fastener or clamping knob could be used to clamp the arm against the back edge of the square. A nylon cap screw or other nylon-tipped clamp end would protect the edge of the square

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    You, sir, have an inventive mind as evidenced by your ideas and suggestions here... excellent for Squaliper v2.0... Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @jesperhviid9625
    @jesperhviid96254 жыл бұрын

    thank you for inspiration and motivation. I am looking very much forward to a video on your "bended support stands" :-)

  • @BaconDanish
    @BaconDanish4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video you two. Take Care Matt and Chip. And Chip, remember who’s shop it is and let Matt in on some of the work.

  • @vulcanville
    @vulcanville4 жыл бұрын

    that was awesome!

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sayin' Robert... I wondered if it were too arcane/corny for viewers and am glad to know you approve and took the time to tell me...

  • @chickenbonelives
    @chickenbonelives4 жыл бұрын

    Nice video editing

  • @ianpearse4480
    @ianpearse44804 жыл бұрын

    That is so cool, I really love the concept. Thanks for sharing.

  • @CHenry1951
    @CHenry19514 жыл бұрын

    Pretty cool idea, you remind me of my father he was always making wood projects, he learned his woodworking skills making artificial limbs during WWII ... Keep it up, we do enjoy it !!

  • @binnsbrian

    @binnsbrian

    4 жыл бұрын

    I guess that's one way of getting a leg up on wood work.

  • @LitoGeorge

    @LitoGeorge

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@binnsbrian LOL!

  • @lwoodt1
    @lwoodt14 жыл бұрын

    Great idea ,Im off to the shop.

  • @alanbolla8443
    @alanbolla84434 жыл бұрын

    First time viewer, and just had to subscribe to your channel !!! Love your impression of Chip,,,nailed it....😂😂😂

  • @kencannon7434
    @kencannon74344 жыл бұрын

    excellent work your impressive and inspiring -thanks

  • @L0STH1K3R
    @L0STH1K3R4 жыл бұрын

    I made an assumption that I would like this video. I was correct.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear it... and hope you don't remain lost while hiking... for too long anyways! 😉😁😎

  • @chipshot442
    @chipshot4424 жыл бұрын

    Great video Matt, never seen this before. Nice job and it turned out very nice. Stay safe my brother, all the best. Al

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Al...great to see a comment from you... I expect you're navigating your way through life in these dicey times? Stay safe and stay tuned! Best, Matt

  • @bradley3549
    @bradley35494 жыл бұрын

    This looks pretty handy. I've always used a speed square along with the framing square for a similar purpose. I may try this with a couple rare earth magnets to keep it stuck to a steel square.

  • @michaelmaker8169

    @michaelmaker8169

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sounds like great idea. I was going to suggest threaded insert and knob, but knob would probably get in the way. 👍

  • @TheNewton
    @TheNewton4 жыл бұрын

    Squaliper, get that domain name!

  • @hansschultze8392
    @hansschultze83924 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful piece! The applewood looks amazing. Why don’t you cut the slot deeper and put a bolt and wing nut on the end to clamp it?

  • @mick1gallagher
    @mick1gallagher4 жыл бұрын

    And you are skilled

  • @danielgeng2306
    @danielgeng23064 жыл бұрын

    Hey Matt, Happy Easter my friend!

  • @unitwoodworking5403
    @unitwoodworking54034 жыл бұрын

    It is a creative and ingenious tool, great.

  • @mdvener
    @mdvener4 жыл бұрын

    Been using my large speed square in the same way. I like it.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Clever Marty... and many people already have a large speed square on hand!

  • @TheNewton
    @TheNewton4 жыл бұрын

    21:18 to see how to use a squaliper

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the time stamp Paul... you think I'd 'uv thought of that, wouldn't you?! Duoh! Glad you're around to add value here! And, as always, thanks for watching and commenting...

  • @garychandler4296

    @garychandler4296

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentry Still, a little brass screw clamp added to your present model would be killer!

  • @Okie-Tom
    @Okie-Tom4 жыл бұрын

    Neat little tool! Thanks! Tom

  • @peterfitzpatrick7032

    @peterfitzpatrick7032

    4 жыл бұрын

    I broke mine... 😔 Now I just call it Ex-squaliper.. 😏 I'll get me coat... 😜

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@peterfitzpatrick7032 Did you break it trying to pull it from a stone?! 😉😂😂😎

  • @victoryak86
    @victoryak862 ай бұрын

    Do you make much furniture or mostly carpentry projects? Your thought process and detailed approach would lend itself well to some nice projects whatever they are!

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    2 ай бұрын

    I gravitate towards custom millwork, trim, doors, etc and cabinets but do enjoy a furniture project from time to time. That's mostly driven by customer request and willingness/ability to pay for the projects I do for them.

  • @kelisurfs247
    @kelisurfs2474 жыл бұрын

    Geeze Matt you really cracked me up on this video. Lol😂😂

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Keli... I always run the risk of going too far with unusual/odd gimmicks so it's good to know antics are well-received!

  • @chadjsaul
    @chadjsaul4 жыл бұрын

    I have been saving and cooking with apple wood all these years. That changes after today... mostly.

  • @hamygray
    @hamygray4 жыл бұрын

    Fantastic Matt... Could you make a take down buck saw like the Ray mears saw. There is one that conceals a spare saw blade. Having you make it means it would be top quality. Love all your videos many thanks.

  • @DullPoints
    @DullPoints4 жыл бұрын

    I enjoy the video editing tricks on top of the great build techniques. Hope you're doing well.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sayin' Chase!

  • @sunburstmike8745
    @sunburstmike87454 жыл бұрын

    Awesome project, execution, and video! Hey, that other guy is a real "Chip off the ol' block" ... haha

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    That he is... for better or worse, right? 😁😎

  • @timothydillon6421
    @timothydillon64214 жыл бұрын

    If you left the end square you could use it for inside measurements as well. Looking again I guess you can just flip the wood slide over and use it that way. If its exactly 1.5" you just use one scale or the other on the square.

  • @sunburstmike8745
    @sunburstmike87454 жыл бұрын

    I almost fell into that crowd of "when is he gonna show us how to use it -- haters" then I realized an experienced craftsman and videographer WILL tell us ... you just have to be patient and stay curious for the payoff. And a great payoff it is. Btw, a clever name for a clever device, you! As an aside, every once in a while I go back to your sawhorse build just to see one of the most amazing project designs, build, and video. Also sir, you are a funny feller ... i dunno know bout that other dude though.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for hangin' in there sunburstmike... glad you felt rewarded when I finally got around to showing 'it' in action. Not sure which sawhorse build you're referring to... I've done two so far and put a lot of effort into both... but if you like one enough to re-watch I hope you get a chance to check out the other. One is Super Strong Sawhorses and the other is Professional Carpenter's Sawhorses. Best, Matt

  • @MyUnquenchableThirst
    @MyUnquenchableThirst4 жыл бұрын

    this was very entertaining and useful. i liked and subscribed!

  • @WhiteFox011
    @WhiteFox0114 жыл бұрын

    Ok, all that work, so do tell us what that accessory tool is best used for? BTW is this the new shop? and if so, how is it working out for you?

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    A squaliper is best used for anything a regular caliper would be used for if it were big enough: measure pipes, spheres, cylinders, etc when measuring diameter with a tape or rule isn't an option. The shop you see here isn't the one where I started the Channel but, at 18 months here and counting, it's hardly 'new'. That aside it's working out fantastically Jeffory!

  • @larryjacobs5713
    @larryjacobs57134 жыл бұрын

    Great video thank you sir!

  • @charleslsclark5472

    @charleslsclark5472

    4 жыл бұрын

    Loop loop loop 0

  • @kegcoffeetable
    @kegcoffeetable4 жыл бұрын

    Maybe would be a good idea to tell us what it's used for in the beginning of the video. Good project , thanks.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Isn't that like reading the last chapter of a mystery novel first? The thumbnail is like a picture on the cover and IMHO should be sufficient to intrigue or ignore...

  • @BobboMax1
    @BobboMax13 жыл бұрын

    Matt, that tool will only work well on a cheap modern framing square that's made out of sheet metal. A good old framing square (the kind that has a hundredths scale) is thicker at the heel and gets thinner towards the tips of the blade & tongue.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    3 жыл бұрын

    I think most users will be OK since it's been so long since framing squares were tapered. I've still got aluminum Stanley from the 70's and, even though it does have the hundredth's scale, isn't tapered. The Squaliper would still actually work but not as 'smoothly' if the blades are tapered. It's sad to see the decline of quality squares though as I recently wanted to get a shiny new one and they are really marginal quality IMHO.

  • @BobboMax1

    @BobboMax1

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentry Agreed- you might have to open the dado up a bit, but the Squaliper would probably work even with an old square. The only credible explanation I ever heard for the taper came from an old guy at DeWalt. His theory was that it was a leftover from when blacksmiths made framing squares by "blacksmith welding" two straps, lapping them at the heel and fairing the extra thickness out towards the tip. Everybody "knew" that good squares "should" be thicker at the heel, so when manufacturers went to sheet steel, they had it rolled thicker in the middle- more marketing than function. Ref marginal quality, between calculators, Speed Squares and trusses, stair builders are probably the only people left who use framing squares, so who needs rafter tables and dodecagon angles? I've got one old square that's been trued up with half a dozen center punch hits at the heel.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@BobboMax1 Interesting scenario and plausible explanation... if I ever see one of those old tapered blade squares at a garage sale I'm gonna latch on to it! Thanks for sharing... Best, Matt

  • @milesdowning9257
    @milesdowning92574 жыл бұрын

    AWSOME

  • @markphasey1144
    @markphasey11444 жыл бұрын

    Wish I had one today. I had to get an accurate diameter of a old shed pole, made in the days of inches, but needed a measurement in millimeters.

  • @TheJerryWatson
    @TheJerryWatson4 жыл бұрын

    Happy Easter Matt, As always, Good video.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mr Watson... glad you liked it!

  • @TKevinBlanc
    @TKevinBlanc4 жыл бұрын

    "...this bold, money cut." :-)

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    You know the kind I'm talkin' about, right Kevin? Those 'all or nothing' ones that demand confidence and focus? Oh yeah... they're the kind that make you know you're ALIVE, right?! 😎

  • @danielgregory9564
    @danielgregory95644 жыл бұрын

    My neighbor has an apple tree. Do you think he would mind if I "barrowed" it?

  • @SteveC38
    @SteveC384 жыл бұрын

    Very nice👍

  • @christianhowey3816
    @christianhowey38164 жыл бұрын

    As always, I thoroughly enjoy watching

  • @mbatfe
    @mbatfe4 жыл бұрын

    Nice work. Beautiful woods. Nice touch with editing dual screen (kinda a green screen)... :D (I guess you used iMovie ;) ) cheap and easy.

  • @robertcamacho5482
    @robertcamacho54824 жыл бұрын

    What is there to say, AWESOME

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're too kind Robert... thanks!

  • @am11744
    @am117444 жыл бұрын

    Really great but what's it used for ??

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    To some no explanation is necessary... to others, no explanation is possible. 🤨

  • @buttonbox1584
    @buttonbox15844 жыл бұрын

    Hey,chip..wanna see more of ya😊🤗☺

  • @anneoreilly4900
    @anneoreilly49004 жыл бұрын

    Been waiting since 4.1 for this video.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    It's about as close to an April Fool's spoof as you'll see from Next Level Carpentry this year... I have some fun ideas for an actual 4.1 video but lacked the wherewithall to put one together... maybe next year?

  • @anneoreilly4900

    @anneoreilly4900

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hard to top the last two...and we know how busy you’ve been with the bookcase. Thanks for everything, Matt, just makes the days go by a little easier.

  • @anneoreilly4900

    @anneoreilly4900

    4 жыл бұрын

    Matt, I’m trying to locate the beeswax product you used in one of your videos. If you remember which of your great productions, I can do the rest. Thanks.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@anneoreilly4900 Here's one source: www.amazon.com/dp/B0725TZ4B5/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d&tag=aiponsite-20&linkCode=ic6&ascsubtag=amzn1.ideas.2CBLHWFWTLF6Q but, since you're a loyal viewer, I'll suggest you check out Skidmore's site directly... I think it's about half Amazon's price and 'ol Bezos just cut Influencer's 'pay' by about 46% for this type of item so I don't owe him any favors... Best, Matt

  • @NelloCambelli
    @NelloCambelli4 жыл бұрын

    What the heck is a Squalaper? He is risen!

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Watch and learn...

  • @alienproductions9948
    @alienproductions99484 жыл бұрын

    How much time do you leave the glue up before removing the clamps? Thank you for the great videos. I hope the MJ toolbox makes an appearance again soon.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Drying time for Titebond 3 glue varies from about a half an hour to two or three hours depending on the wood the clamping pressure temperature and humidity... unless the project is time-critical 4 hours should be adequate in any circumstance and definitely overnight.

  • @alienproductions9948

    @alienproductions9948

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentry Much appreciated. Thank you!!!

  • @WeGoWalk
    @WeGoWalk3 жыл бұрын

    Cool stuff...but, what do you use it for?

  • @alienproductions9948
    @alienproductions99484 жыл бұрын

    How you manage to keep everything so neat is baffling.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks A.P. but don't discount the magic of creative video production... something as simple as camera angle can make things appear significantly different than they actually are 😉😎

  • @omnibuildersnz
    @omnibuildersnz4 жыл бұрын

    Just catching the vid now matt.... 😉👍

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hey Omni, welcome! Enjoy?

  • @omnibuildersnz

    @omnibuildersnz

    4 жыл бұрын

    Great vid matt!! Just convinced the accountant to let me get a thicknesser so I can do these types of projects👌 cheers, gary

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@omnibuildersnz Sahweet! Welcome to the brave new world of 'thickness on demand' wood for your projects! Opens up tons of possibilities. Not sure what's available in NZ but if you can swing the DeWalt DW735 it's 'best in class' IMHO.

  • @omnibuildersnz

    @omnibuildersnz

    4 жыл бұрын

    I know its definitely top in its class!! But o er here its 1600.00!!! Little bit pricey, we are doing a reno at home and iv rescued a heap 30+ of 100x50mm 2.8 meter studs of kauri/native timber) so looking forward to the results once we out of lockdown 😊👍

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@omnibuildersnz the best you can justify will serve you well with a bit of attention and TLC... I think back to the one I started with and remember being SO thankful that it had an electric motor... and I'm not kidding! It was a little 10" Ryobi thing and it was a game changer! You're lucky to have kauri to work with... it's wonderful stuff, isn't it? Seems I read about some they salvaged from peat bogs in Australia that was like 35,000 years old or something? Cool regardless...

  • @ChipsPlace1952
    @ChipsPlace19524 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. Do you feel the older models were made better than the newer ones? Thanks, Charles

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Can you ask this question with your previous comment so the reply makes more sense? thx...

  • @richardbrobeck2384
    @richardbrobeck23844 жыл бұрын

    nice

  • @andyboybennett
    @andyboybennett4 жыл бұрын

    I trust that there will be a video soon on the use of the squalliper.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Actually: no... you're kinda on your own there Andy. I kinda figure if an explanation is necessary it won't be possible... 😉😎

  • @andyboybennett

    @andyboybennett

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentry Aw, shucks! There are some youtubers out there that could get a 5-episode series out of that.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@andyboybennett Yeah, no kidding! I probably need to up my game and milk things a bit more, right? I think I mis-interpreted your initial comment hence my snarky reply. Hope you find the squaliper concept useful at some point when confronted with a round object you need to measure and no good way to measure it?

  • @andyboybennett

    @andyboybennett

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@NextLevelCarpentry No problem. Yes, I was joking, but often my attempts at humor don't come through in print. Love the channel, and love your sense of humor.

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@andyboybennett hopefully I'll recognize your 'attempts at humor' for what they are in the future as I always enjoy encountering witty people... it's one of the coolest things about runny a KZread Channel. Thanks for watching and commenting here, jokes and all!

  • @greggw2925
    @greggw29254 жыл бұрын

    Hey Mike K. I looked at the video picture and knew what it was right away. Perhaps you don't have a lot of exposure to measuring tools. Don't be so angry, you can always fast forward thru the video! On another subject yes the Squaliper is nice but I think you should make one with a digital readout. How about it? Oh and thanks for the video.

  • @Popcorncedar
    @Popcorncedar4 жыл бұрын

    It would be great if you could work something out with a local shop instead of amazon.

  • @dennisharrington6055
    @dennisharrington60554 жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I hate you guys with shops cleaner than my house. And HOW do you do all that machining without creating MOUNDS of sawdust?

  • @NextLevelCarpentry

    @NextLevelCarpentry

    4 жыл бұрын

    Here's one way to keep things under control Dennis: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lqWGuKitaL3aeZs.html 😁😎

  • @lucidmoses
    @lucidmoses4 жыл бұрын

    You messed up one of the cuts. Why else would you need the BS1000?

  • @frenkvortice3858
    @frenkvortice38584 жыл бұрын

    get foam and sound proof the workshop. just because you can. ;)

  • @Oldiesyoungies
    @Oldiesyoungies4 жыл бұрын

    dank!