Simple Gear Stool

Click above to see a quick build of the Simple Gear Stool.

Yes, it’s true. The Simple Gear Stool doesn’t have the more sophisticated look that its bigger brother has. But don’t let the exterior fool you: this guy is a powerhouse. It has something that its arrogant brother doesn’t have: Simplicity. While the advanced version needs different wood widths to create the base and legs, the Simple Gear Stool uses (2) 1x4x8’s that can be purchased at any hardware store.

Simple measuring diagrams make notching the legs a snap, but this guy comes with a set of patterns you can use if you don’t trust your measuring. You’ll simply add double sided tape to each leg and glue the pattern to the top, cutting all 4 legs out at one time on the bandsaw.

I’ve given a list of items that you’ll get with the plans on the right.

I’ve created a list of items that you’ll get with the plans below. ↓

You’ll get an offline HTML file that will work like your own webpage. Each step of the plans gives you a video run down of what you’ll do in that step. Tools and supplies will be a click away.
Two hours and twenty minutes of video will be at your finger tips. This includes a full build of the project, a printer video showing how to print the patterns perfectly, a seat top resin pour video, as well as a laminated gears howto. You’ll also get a video showing how to add improvements to your stool.
18 diagram schematics showing all the measurements.
A Tools & Material PDF and a Cut List PDF.
A leg adjustment page to get the right fit for you.
5 gear patterns, 1 leg pattern and a 1:1 resin seat pattern, in case you choose to make a clear seat.
Besides the plans, you’ll get different options that will make the stool work better (bearings, a spring).

To the right I've included a sample video showing how each of the steps will look. Each step is broken down so that even the least experienced woodworker can understand the process.

Below I've included a sample video showing how each of the steps will look. Each step is broken down so that even the least experienced woodworker can understand the process.

Bandsaw
Drill Press
Portable Drill
Awl
Ruler & Yard Stick
Hammer / Mallot
F-Clamps
Carpenter’s Square
Compass
Brad Point Bits: 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″
Step Bit with 1/2″ increments
7/8″ Forstner Bit
Glue Brush
3/8″-16 Tap
Pull Saw
Tape Measure

Below you’ll find a list of tools needed for the project. The tools in red are optional, but will help significantly in the build process.

To the left you’ll find a list of tools needed for the project. The tools in red are optional, but will help significantly in the build process.

Bandsaw
Drill Press
Portable Drill
Awl
Ruler & Yard Stick
Hammer / Mallot
F-Clamps
Carpenter’s Square
Compass
Brad Point Bits: 1/8″, 1/4″, 3/8″
Step Bit with 1/2″ increments
7/8″ Forstner Bit
Glue Brush
3/8″-16 Tap
Pull Saw
Tape Measure

Here you’ll find the 3 different ways you can get my Gear Stool. My recommendation? It would be easy for me to say to get both (the Combo option), but watch the video at the top of this page and the video on the Advanced Gear Stool page and choose which one matches your skill level as well as the resources you have in your shop.