English Workbench
This English Workbench plan features traditional joinery, a wood-threaded front vise, and rock-solid stability—perfect for serious hand-tool woodworking.
Built for rugged performance and timeless utility, this English Workbench woodworking plan blends classic design with heavy-duty construction. Inspired by traditional portable workbenches used by joiners centuries ago, this bench trades mobility for mass and stability—making it a rock-solid fixture for any modern shop.
Featuring thick top planks, angled aprons, and stout half-lap joinery, the compact size belies its unbeatable sturdiness. It won’t budge during serious hand-tool work or heavy-duty joinery. The standout feature? A large wood-threaded front vise paired with an apron drilled with dog holes—perfect for using holdfasts, bench dogs, and custom jigs.
Whether you're cutting dovetails, planing stock, or chiseling mortises, this bench is built to take the abuse and keep going strong. With materials available online or at your local lumberyard, you’ll build a traditional English bench that delivers heritage performance for a lifetime of projects.
OVERALL DIMENSIONS: 72"W x 33"H x 24 ¼"D
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What You Get:
- 10 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions
- Over 50 full-color photos and illustrations and exploded views
- Hardware sources and materials list
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