That's very nice craftsmanship but I think it would be best not to build something like this and just stick with my modern tool box. I can use that time, effort and money for other projects.
I keep my tools in a cabinet not nearly so compact as Studleys. I take out what I need and return them when I've completed each phase of a project.I would imagine Mr. Studley did the same. Also, he didn't have the bulky power tools we use today. The closest thing to his chest in a modern version are Festool systainers which I also use. On the job I know immediately if I have forgotten a tool because my chest is designed so that I will recognize the blank space.
Wow! That is amazing! The quality of the workmanship and the fact that it holds so many tools is amazing. My son (3 yrs old) would go nuts! He loves tools. That fact that these are all for constructing pianos is really cool.
Being clever about packing as many tools into a box as you can and making it all pretty is indeed a major accomplishment. However, I can't imagine how a person could actually access and return tools quickly enough for it to be functional. If I had to work out of this thing, all the tools I use the most would end up on my bench and never get put away. I'm going to get hate mail, but I think this tool box is an epic fail.
@deezynar No hate mail here. I'd imagine he took tools out, and yes, had them laying on his bench all day, then put them away before going home. I've seen a picture of the piano co. and there wasn't too much room between each employees workspace so compactness was probably needed. I've been planning a cabinet for a while but I need a few more key tools so I have them for the interior layout process.
For your sake, I hope you don't make a cabinet anything like this one.
If you own the workshop you'll be working in, you don't need a "cabinet". A tool board isn't just "good enough", it's utterly superior. Let me advise you to avoid all drawers, doors & all "catcthes". You should be able to reach out & grab the tool by its handle, lift it no more than a 1/4" to release it. The tool holder should be designed to guide the tool back into place. Strive for those goals.
@deezynar If you have enough space for a shop of your own, then Studley's design isn't practical. Priority should be placed on easy access and quick organization. Getting to your tools, and getting them put away again, should be your primary focus.
However, I'd argue that it's a question of priorities. Studley worked in a shared space. He needed to lock his tools up to stop them from wandering off. Space was at a premium, so compact storage was also a high-priority.
My opinion that this chest is an epic fail is based on how poorly it would function for the typical modern home woodworker. I'm sure it was a great design for Mr. Studley's situation & I don't criticize him for it. My criticism is aimed at all the people who're selling plans for old chests today (or just lauding them) & they never say that they're ill suited for modern home shops.
If I ever get a video camera I'll make a video of my rolling tool board.
@deezynar Poll your friends. Anyone who's got a smartphone has a video camera, and I for one would love to see that.
While it's tangential to your point, you mention some people are selling plans to old chests? Do you know where I could look for such plans? I have a personal interest in Studley-style chests, and plans for similar ultra-compact designs would be very educational.
I haven't seen plans for Mr. Studley's cabinet but plans for Phyfe's chest & others are easy to find. The thing that's wanted is the ability to grab a tool without needing to open a door or a drawer, or turn a catch, or slide a till. Every tool should placed so you can reach out & grasp it by the handle just as you use it. Replacing tools should be virtually as easy as laying it down on the bench. No tool HANDLE should be above your chin or below your groin.
@deezynar you missed the point you dip fucking shit. Studley was a professional. He couldn't go down to the fucking Home Depot of Lows and buy a FatMax to throw his shit in. this tool chest is a reflection of a professional craftsman.
That's very nice craftsmanship but I think it would be best not to build something like this and just stick with my modern tool box. I can use that time, effort and money for other projects.
Geraldtoo 1 week ago
That is a work of art!!!
phiberoptick 1 week ago
I keep my tools in a cabinet not nearly so compact as Studleys. I take out what I need and return them when I've completed each phase of a project.I would imagine Mr. Studley did the same. Also, he didn't have the bulky power tools we use today. The closest thing to his chest in a modern version are Festool systainers which I also use. On the job I know immediately if I have forgotten a tool because my chest is designed so that I will recognize the blank space.
garybirwin 2 weeks ago
This little wall chest isn't practical in my view.
roofermarc1 2 months ago
Norm would not be impressed in my shop....it's a wreck!
tiredowalkin 2 months ago
@tiredowalkin before or after a project?
startreking2007 1 month ago
@startreking2007 LOL, my shop is always a mess, besides I never really complete a project, the place is a museum of my failures!!!!!
tiredowalkin 1 month ago
Wow! That is amazing! The quality of the workmanship and the fact that it holds so many tools is amazing. My son (3 yrs old) would go nuts! He loves tools. That fact that these are all for constructing pianos is really cool.
hairytoothgaming 2 months ago
wow, skills i can only dream of.
Mr2at 6 months ago
Being clever about packing as many tools into a box as you can and making it all pretty is indeed a major accomplishment. However, I can't imagine how a person could actually access and return tools quickly enough for it to be functional. If I had to work out of this thing, all the tools I use the most would end up on my bench and never get put away. I'm going to get hate mail, but I think this tool box is an epic fail.
deezynar 1 year ago 2
@deezynar No hate mail here. I'd imagine he took tools out, and yes, had them laying on his bench all day, then put them away before going home. I've seen a picture of the piano co. and there wasn't too much room between each employees workspace so compactness was probably needed. I've been planning a cabinet for a while but I need a few more key tools so I have them for the interior layout process.
oneidabow1 1 year ago
@oneidabow1
For your sake, I hope you don't make a cabinet anything like this one.
If you own the workshop you'll be working in, you don't need a "cabinet". A tool board isn't just "good enough", it's utterly superior. Let me advise you to avoid all drawers, doors & all "catcthes". You should be able to reach out & grab the tool by its handle, lift it no more than a 1/4" to release it. The tool holder should be designed to guide the tool back into place. Strive for those goals.
Cheers.
deezynar 1 year ago 7
@deezynar If you have enough space for a shop of your own, then Studley's design isn't practical. Priority should be placed on easy access and quick organization. Getting to your tools, and getting them put away again, should be your primary focus.
However, I'd argue that it's a question of priorities. Studley worked in a shared space. He needed to lock his tools up to stop them from wandering off. Space was at a premium, so compact storage was also a high-priority.
dlongwing 1 month ago
@dlongwing
Well said.
My opinion that this chest is an epic fail is based on how poorly it would function for the typical modern home woodworker. I'm sure it was a great design for Mr. Studley's situation & I don't criticize him for it. My criticism is aimed at all the people who're selling plans for old chests today (or just lauding them) & they never say that they're ill suited for modern home shops.
If I ever get a video camera I'll make a video of my rolling tool board.
Cheers.
deezynar 1 month ago
@deezynar Poll your friends. Anyone who's got a smartphone has a video camera, and I for one would love to see that.
While it's tangential to your point, you mention some people are selling plans to old chests? Do you know where I could look for such plans? I have a personal interest in Studley-style chests, and plans for similar ultra-compact designs would be very educational.
dlongwing 1 month ago
@dlongwing
I haven't seen plans for Mr. Studley's cabinet but plans for Phyfe's chest & others are easy to find. The thing that's wanted is the ability to grab a tool without needing to open a door or a drawer, or turn a catch, or slide a till. Every tool should placed so you can reach out & grasp it by the handle just as you use it. Replacing tools should be virtually as easy as laying it down on the bench. No tool HANDLE should be above your chin or below your groin.
deezynar 1 month ago
@deezynar you missed the point you dip fucking shit. Studley was a professional. He couldn't go down to the fucking Home Depot of Lows and buy a FatMax to throw his shit in. this tool chest is a reflection of a professional craftsman.
jmwolfega 1 month ago
@jmwolfega
Perhaps you would like to actually read my comments so you can write a comment that relates to what I said.
deezynar 1 month ago
Piano builders resume on the wall.
SirDeanosity 1 year ago 7
One of the best pieces of all time. Unbelievable...
chipekent 1 year ago