Handmade Oak Refectory Tables

Every table is made using new or authentic reclaimed pit sawn oak timbers, some dating as far back as 300 years. The reclaimed oak displays the beautiful historical marks of trunks sawn by hand over a pit in the ground.  Before the days of steam power this bygone sawing technique had the “top dog” standing on the log and the “underdog” standing in the pit, pulling the long saw back and forth.

Vincent’s tables are hand-made to order using these very same pieces of wood.

Vincent selects each individual piece of wood personally for its own distinctive character. No two pieces are the same but Vincent treats each with immeasurable care and expertise.

Each table is designed to showcase the history of the wood and the expert finishing enhances the beautiful elements of every saw-mark and knot.

Every table is finished by hand with a natural beeswax – combined with a touch of modern magic to ensure long-term durability.

Only then will Vincent allow it to bear his initials – the ultimate mark of this exceptionally skilled craftsman.

No machines are used in the making of Vincent Reed furniture. Using only his hands and a few traditional hand tools, Vincent carefully chalk-marks and cuts each mortise and tenon joint by hand.

He relies completely on his judgement and skill, developed through years of experience, to preserve the character of the wood and achieve the perfect fit of each part of the table.