socoj2 Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 He confirmed it on his facebook feed today =/ I really liked the show... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodenskye Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 At least he got a new shop out of the deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BonPacific Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 That post almost makes it sound like Rough Cut is going to continue without him? How the hell would that work? I never really liked the show, but I wish the best for Tommy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Eric. Posted April 7, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 That sucks! On the other hand, if he decides to go out on his own and does something similar to Marc's gig, it could be WAY better than Rough Cut. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 Really looking forward to his other offerings. One of my favorite builders, always brutally honest and refuses to cater to anyone. His bombe build is easily my favorite set of videos. Some of them are in crap quality, but got better as the series progressed. I've watched the whole thing at least twice all the way through. His live videos on FB are also great. I can't wait to see what he does on his own terms with quality recording gear! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bleedinblue Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 I honestly couldn't get on board with him. I never liked his style, or maybe it's his mannerisms, or maybe his hair... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CandorLush Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 16 minutes ago, bleedinblue said: I honestly couldn't get on board with him. I never liked his style, or maybe it's his mannerisms, or maybe his hair... One of these days I will be able to get past the accent but until then......... that BAHstin accent grates my nerves. Sorry, Tommy! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pwk5017 Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 I watched most of the shop build, and found it entertaining and informative. On the other hand, it was so bro-ey and going out of his way to be a dude. Maybe that was marketing's way of appealing to the masses? Get this non-gray beardless guy out there and have him end every sentence with dude, man, wicked, bro. That said, free content that is fairly well produced is always appreciated while i eat breakfast or lunch on the weekends. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socoj2 Posted April 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 47 minutes ago, Pwk5017 said: I watched most of the shop build, and found it entertaining and informative. On the other hand, it was so bro-ey and going out of his way to be a dude. Maybe that was marketing's way of appealing to the masses? Get this non-gray beardless guy out there and have him end every sentence with dude, man, wicked, bro. That said, free content that is fairly well produced is always appreciated while i eat breakfast or lunch on the weekends. watch his Facebook live feeds. thats literally the way he is. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted April 7, 2017 Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 I'll admit that his personality on Rough Cut can be a little hard to take, but I think that's mostly because the producers force him to be overly enthusiastic and energetic and jovial...and it comes out the wrong way. Watch his bombe series on his site. The production quality is low but so what...he proves himself to be an exceptional woodworker and he's much more comfortable and laid back. I find him to be a pretty funny guy, actually...when he's allowed to be himself. I like him, generally. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CandorLush Posted April 7, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted April 7, 2017 11 minutes ago, Eric. said: I like him, generally. "And that was the best compliment Eric ever gave" 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jfitz Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 I've met Tommy a few times, and his enthusiasm is legit. I do understand a lot of the criticism of the show, but - he's at the mercy of a 30min time slot. blame the reality of television. FWIW...I hope it's "retired" and not "dead". Semantics, perhaps, but still... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradpotts Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 I like the idea of having a woodworking show. If they are going to replace him so be it. Maybe he will do his own thing and there will still be a rough cut. If the show is over and he doesn't do any video content, this is very sad. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dknapp34 Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 I always enjoyed rough cut. Let's face it, there isn't a whole lot of woodworking on TV. I'm not going to complain when there's a guy who is an objectively talented woodworking making stuff on TV. Besides, Tommy Mac is way better than that guy from the American Woodshop. He gives me the creeps. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 I had no issue with Tommy or his skills. But the road trip each show did little but waste time . Tommy probably doesn't own the rights to the "Rough Cuts" name . I wish him well paying for that new shop & tools without a show and sponsors . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prov163 Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 I watched him a couple of times and while I don't care for his show he is a talented guy. As for the guy from American Woodshop, he makes me want to ask, "Is there a school within 500 yards of the soundstage?" Sorry but I agree with Dknapp on that one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Brendon_t Posted April 8, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 6 hours ago, bradpotts said: If they are going to replace him so be it. And next up for your viewing pleasure, building a rustic napkin holder on Rough Cut with April Wilkerson..... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Llama Posted April 8, 2017 Report Share Posted April 8, 2017 9 hours ago, bradpotts said: If the show is over and he doesn't do any video content, this is very sad. You can always hang out at my place Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodenskye Posted April 9, 2017 Report Share Posted April 9, 2017 4 hours ago, Brendon_t said: And next up for your viewing pleasure, building a rustic napkin holder on Rough Cut with April Wilkerson..... I will be away from the forum for awhile, on my knees praying to god this doesn't happen. Maybe woodcraft didn't like he went all Euro kit in the new shop. I actually think he is a great woodworker, the show couldn't really show his skills off because of the audience (guess). Maybe Norm is ready to make a comeback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
socoj2 Posted April 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2017 Id like to see a Woodwork Road show, like the garage show. They show up at someones house, help them align their damn Jointer, and complete a project. etc teach someone how to do dove tails and give them a set of Narex chisels. Etc etc. Real world problems. I hated chairs and turning shows because well im dont have a lathe or want one. and chairs are way past my skillset. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brendon_t Posted April 9, 2017 Report Share Posted April 9, 2017 My comment was a bit tongue in cheek but I don't think replacing is outside of the realm of possibility which I can wholly admit is sad because be is a talented guy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted April 9, 2017 Report Share Posted April 9, 2017 15 hours ago, socoj2 said: Real world problems. To which there are hundreds of videos and magazine articles explaining in mind numbing detail. The main reason I don't subscribe to magazines is I'm so sick of seeing the same thing in every magazine. Same thing with car magazines. How many friggen magazines does someone need about installing headers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheperd80 Posted April 10, 2017 Report Share Posted April 10, 2017 I'll admit that his personality on Rough Cut can be a little hard to take, but I think that's mostly because the producers force him to be overly enthusiastic and energetic and jovial...and it comes out the wrong way. Watch his bombe series on his site. The production quality is low but so what...he proves himself to be an exceptional woodworker and he's much more comfortable and laid back. I find him to be a pretty funny guy, actually...when he's allowed to be himself. I like him, generally. Im gonna have to check that out because ive seen just a few bits of Rough Cut and almost didnt believe he was an actual woodworker. The Billy Mayes hand gestures and speech were just too much for me. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G890A using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason S. Posted April 10, 2017 Report Share Posted April 10, 2017 On 4/8/2017 at 8:33 PM, socoj2 said: Id like to see a Woodwork Road show, like the garage show. They show up at someones house, help them align their damn Jointer, and complete a project. etc teach someone how to do dove tails and give them a set of Narex chisels. Etc etc. Real world problems. I think this would make an interesting show, or online video series. Show what can be done with the tools someone already owns, even if they're missing some major piece(s) of equipment. e.g., jointer but no planer, table saw + trim router only. Situations most of us can relate to, because we've been through it (or are currently going through it). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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