Harbor Freight WorkBench Sale

[The_Apprentice]

So... I spotted this in the new flyer for today:

https://www.harborfreight.com/48-In...&utm_source=1011&cid=mEmail_s1011_1218a&sfid=

And it so happens I am running out of both tool-space, and shelf-space... and could always use more outlets and lights too.

Before I buy something silly, I want to post here so if anyone already owns this and feels it's a sucker purchase, feel free to say "Hey idiot, don't buy that crap! Here's 100 & 1 reasons I have to tell you why it's a work-hazard!"

 

[Mystery1]

It depends what you want to use it for. If you want to mount a vise and hammer on stuff then instead find a solid core wood door at ReUseIt and build your own.
If the intent is to just tinker on light stuff then it will be ok. They are not very sturdy.

 

[kev74]

If you've got some wood working skill, you could build see something 10 times as sturdy for less than 1/2 the cost.

 

[westsailpat]

Harbor fright stuff has to be considered for what it is like what GinstC says "not very sturdy" . I bought a HF wood lathe stand for my lathe and it works fine , just doesn't look good IMO . One thing about the metal on the HF stuff is it's very soft , so if you have to cut or drill on it be careful it goes fast . I bought this cabinet from HF and I really like it .
https://www.harborfreight.com/catal...AFeatured+Weight,f,Sale+Rank,f&q=wall+cabinet

 

[Kenny G]

I use this system almost exclusively
https://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-9016...8054&sr=8-3&keywords=2x4+basics+workbench+kit

 

[Kenny G]

here is my shop WIPhttps://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-90164-2x4basics-Workbench-Shelving/dp/B0030T1BRE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1521658054&sr=8-3&keywords=2x4+basics+workbench+kit

 

[jwmelvin]

I use this system almost exclusively
https://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-9016...8054&sr=8-3&keywords=2x4+basics+workbench+kit

I too love those. I have two 4’x8’ tables in my “wood shop” with my table saw built into one of them:

They are better than the Simpson Strong-Tie system, which is also fairly convenient and in a way more flexible:

(That second one uses the upper-shelf pieces of the first system).

 

[P T Schram]

So... I spotted this in the new flyer for today:

https://www.harborfreight.com/48-In-Workbench-with-Light-60723.html?ccdenc=eyJjb2RlIjoiNzQ3NTM5NzkiLCJza3UiOiI2MDcyMyIsImlzIjoiNzkuOTkiLCJwcm9kdWN0X2lk IjoiOTc1MiJ9 &utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=1218a&utm_source=1011&cid=mEmail_s1011_1218a&sfid=

And it so happens I am running out of both tool-space, and shelf-space... and could always use more outlets and lights too.

Before I buy something silly, I want to post here so if anyone already owns this and feels it's a sucker purchase, feel free to say "Hey idiot, don't buy that crap! Here's 100 & 1 reasons I have to tell you why it's a work-hazard!"

For the price, it's hard to beat.

There are many reasons to buy versus build. Easy and quick to assemble, some back-up from manufacturer.

If you need a light duty bench, go for it!

I have one of the benches without the lights or outlets and it's been fine for my use.

 

[The_Apprentice]

I bought a HF wood lathe stand for my lathe and it works fine

Holly crap, I didn't even know people sold wood-lathe stands. Always assumed pure metal was the only proper way to go.

I was planning on building a lot of wooden shelving units this summer, but after doing some price checks, it does seem purchasing wood is more costly than just buying pre-made sets.

 

[royesses]

I purchased that bench 6 years ago for $49.99. The legs are are very thin and wobbly and the top is too thin. I added a 3/4" plywood top and made some new legs and used it a couple of years. Then gave it to my sons workshop. The woodworkers bench they sell is much more sturdy with 4 drawers and woodworkers vise. I used a 20% off coupon and got it for about $110.00 My mini lathe and mill are mounted on it.
https://www.harborfreight.com/60-in-4-drawer-hardwood-workbench-69054.html

Roy