What is the minimum recommended bench top thickness
when using bench-dogs or other types of hold-fasts?
I'm replacing the top of my work table with some 1.25 inch thick butcher block.
I'd like to add some 3/4 inch holes for hold fasts.

That is plenty thick. I use 3/4" because it is what I had but would
prefer 1".


... not 3/4 inch butcher block, I bet ?
John T.


No, plywood. If was a home made drafting table where I worked many
years ago. When the didn't want it any more I converted it to a
workbench. Free is a good price.


OP is probably OK with 1 1/4 butcher block -
1 3/4 is OK too ...
http://www.leevalley.com/en/Wood/pag...22&cat=1,41637
John T.