I want to make a “Roubo” style bench. I originally planed on a “European” style and at the time was very busy so I gave in and bought a pre-made top. The top is of hard maple with quartersawn  1-3/4″x1-3/4″ x 60″ strips glued up (a 24″x 60″ is all I have room for). When things died down I started to think about how the front legs moved forward flush would be a great advantage. My problem is mass so I won’t have to have skirts. I was thinking about glueing another layer to to top to make it thicker but worried if it would be alright or break itself apart due to wood movement. I am asking for your thoughts because I need a workbench and have been stymied, not to mention the hard to come-by cash for the top and vises.

                                                                                                                                             Sincerley

                                                                                                                                             Splinter1