I just checked out “I Bought ALL THE WEN TOOLS! Let’s Review.” by Dave at Make Something, and honestly, it was pretty interesting. Dave decided to fill his shop with WEN tools, known for being budget-friendly and shared his thoughts on whether they’re worth the cash. The video kicks off with a bit of a mishap with a benchtop drill press, which was both funny and a bit relatable for anyone who’s ever dealt with assembling or fixing tools.
Dave’s straightforward and sometimes critical take on each tool really hit home for me. He ran into a few surprises, like the drill press debacle and a planer that was missing parts right out of the box. It’s the kind of stuff that makes you shake your head but also laugh because, well, what else can you do?
What I really liked about Dave’s review was how he didn’t hold back on pointing out the good and the bad. It wasn’t about bashing the cheaper tools but about giving an honest opinion on whether they do the job. This approach is super helpful because it gives a real sense of what you’re getting into with these tools.
Watching Dave navigate the ups and downs of setting up a shop on a budget was a great reminder that woodworking isn’t just about having the best tools but making the best out of what you’ve got.
It’s about the craft, the creativity, and sometimes, a bit of improvisation.