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[–] tiredofsametab@kbin.social 6 points 2 years ago (2 children)

What makes them Japanese? I don't recall seeing them here, but I've never paid much attention to sawhorses since I've been renting (until next month!).

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 3 points 2 years ago

Well it’s how it has two legs going straight up and down, vs 4 legs which are angled. Idk I’ve never been to Japan (must be nice!!) but that seems to be the difference

[–] edm00se@kbin.social 1 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

They look somewhat similar in design to the Japanese planing beam inspired sawhorses made by Len Cullum. FWW has a bit write up on it here:

https://www.finewoodworking.com/project-guides/shop-projects/japanese-sawhorses

[–] tiredofsametab@kbin.social 1 points 2 years ago

Neat. Thanks!

[–] Hikermick@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Cool pegs! Did you use any nails or screws?

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago

Thank you! No nails or screws, just the 3/4” dowels glued in

[–] rustyredox@lemmy.world 2 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Any open source designs for these?
I'd be curious about the joint fabrication.

[–] NataliePortland@lemmy.ca 2 points 2 years ago

Thanks! This was my inspiration but I did all different joints. I used bridle joints on top and half-laps for the legs and stretcher.

[–] pragmakist@kbin.social 1 points 2 years ago