Wooden Bench Dog Clamps | Custom Hold Down Clamps!

In this video I make wooden dog hole hold down clamps for my updated workbench. Most store bought dog hole clamps would not work because my workbench is 1.5" thick. They are also $15 to $30 each. I made these for $1.25 each out of select pine, which I think looks great but is also plenty strong enough for what I need these for. I think hard maple would make stronger clamps with more holding pressure. A key benefit to these hold down clamps is the reversible cam which allows clamping towards or away form the bench dog.

Alternative store bought hold down clamps in a similar design: https://amzn.to/47jwigf
Traditional bench dog clamp that does not work with my workbench: https://amzn.to/3Yjz29e

🔨 Tool links:
Safety Gear
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Measuring
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Sanding
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Saws
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Joining
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Drilling
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Other
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