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   wspier | Mar 12, 2015 05:46am | #1

   Looks very nice, but I have to ask, what is it's functional advantage over a standard woodworker's bench? I am not asking because I have any opinion, rather I have never seen or even heard of a Split Roubo bench, and so I am curious to know what purpose it serves - what advantage it provides. Thanks, Wm

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   user-4187251 | Mar 12, 2015 11:03am | #2

   The split roubo typically either has slots down the center, or in this case boxes. These boxes can be removed to allow additional clamps to be used on either side of the bench. I wanted the boxes so I could place tools while working. One item not shown in the pictures is a 36" roll of wax paper attached under the bench that I can spread over the surface allowing for clean finishing and glue ups. I hope this answers your question and thank for the comment.

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   dentalchris | Mar 13, 2015 03:59pm | #3

   Nice behemoth! :)

   I notice you've got the Rockler workbench casters installed. How do you like them? I'm tempted to get them, but I'm worried I'll kill my ankles tripping on them when they're in the de-activated position...

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   user-4187251 | Mar 14, 2015 08:32pm | #4

   The Rockler casters work wonderfully. I had the same fear as you but once they were installed that fear eroded quickly. They are very smooth and handle this huge bench with ease.

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   user-4710154 | Mar 24, 2015 01:26pm | #5

   Looks great. What type of wood are you using for the top glue-up? And the rest?

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   user-4187251 | Mar 25, 2015 11:05am | #6

   I am using 100+ year old reclaimed oak used in my area on barns. There is little to no movement in the wood as it has been exposed to the elements for so long. Additionally, the sap was petrified which made planing, cutting, and sanding a horror. Unfortunately, the pictures do not do the bench justice.

   I hope this answered your question. I would be more than happy to explain any others for you.