The Bernardo WB 2000 Hobby workbench is made of solid, non-steamed wood with overall dimensions of 2,000 × 650 mm. Panel thickness 30 mm, working height 845 mm. Equipped with front and rear vises with trapezoidal threaded spindle, 4 round bench dogs included, Ø 19 mm holes for dog insertion. Front/rear vise opening width 140 / 140 mm. Weight 52 kg. Suitable for woodworking hobbyists with adequate space, artisanal carpentry shops with occasional use, and schools with technology workshops. Distributed in Italy by Krollit as an official Bernardo distributor since 2007.
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Material: Solid, non-steamed beech wood
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Overall dimensions (with vises): 2,000 × 650 mm
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Panel thickness: 30 mm
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Working height: 845 mm
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Vises: Front and rear with trapezoidal threaded spindle
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Bench dogs included: 4 (short)
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Bench dog holes: Ø 19 mm
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Weight: approx. 52 kg
Who uses the WB 2000 Hobby and for what
The Bernardo WB 2000 Hobby is a solid beech wood workbench for manual woodworking. Overall dimensions 2,000 × 650 mm, working height 845 mm (ergonomic standard for standing operators). Construction features: 30 mm thick solid beech wood panels, reinforced structure with adjustable threaded rods in the pedestal to compensate for floor irregularities, galvanized beech bolts for resistance to deformation caused by humidity. The WB 2000 Hobby model is for advanced hobby use: untreated top (for customization with oils or protective varnishes of choice), front and rear vises with trapezoidal threaded spindle, 4 round bench dogs included. Lower shelf included for organization and convenience in a home workshop. Suitable for woodworking hobbyists with a home workshop, DIY artisan garages, and schools with technology workshops. In Krollit customer workshops, WB benches are chosen by woodworking hobbyists, artisanal carpentry shops, vocational schools, and home DIY workshops.
Its place in the range
The Bernardo WB workbench range is organized into 3 models: WB 1500 Hobby (1,500 mm, 43 kg) compact for home workshop; WB 2000 Hobby (2,000 mm, 52 kg) standard for advanced hobbyists with adequate space; WB 2100 Profi (2,120 mm, 73 kg) professional in steamed red beech with oiled surface, prepared for under-bench cabinets.
Hobby models: WB 1500 and WB 2000 share construction features (untreated beech wood, 30 mm thickness, 140/140 mm vises, 845 mm working height). Difference: total length (1,500 mm vs 2,000 mm) and weight (43 vs 52 kg). WB 1500 sized for compact workshops; WB 2000 for workshops with space for larger pieces. For daily professional use, consider the WB 2100 Profi (steamed red beech, oiled surface, 40 mm thickness, wider vises).
Krollit logistics and support
Bernardo shipping in 5-9 business days (7 days to the South). The WB 2000 Hobby bench is shipped on a pallet, weighing 52 kg. Assembly requires 30-60 minutes with standard hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers). Additional bench dogs, replacement accessories (vises, spindles, shelves) original Bernardo available from stock with 3-5 business day shipping. Customer support in Italian available.
Who the WB 2000 Hobby is for
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Compatibility |
Reason |
| Woodworking hobbyist |
Recommended |
Dimensions and price sized for advanced hobby use. 30 mm thickness, 140/140 mm vises, lower shelf included for home workshop. |
| School with technology workshop |
Recommended |
Economical but robust bench for occasional school use. Customizable with oils or protective varnishes at the institution's discretion. |
| Artisanal carpentry shop with occasional use |
Adequate |
For daily professional use, consider the WB 2100 Profi (steamed red beech, oiled surface, 40 mm thickness). Hobby models are sized for non-intensive use. |
Not recommended for: professional carpentry shops with intensive daily use (the WB 2100 Profi is correctly sized); very humid environments (the untreated top can absorb humidity: apply oils or protective varnishes before use); work requiring very wide vises beyond 140 mm (the WB 2100 Profi with 210/180 mm vises is the correct choice).
Material
| Specification |
Value |
| Wood type |
Solid, non-steamed beech |
| Panel thickness |
30 mm |
| Surface treatment |
Untreated (customizable) |
Dimensions
| Specification |
Value |
| Overall dimensions (with vises) |
2,000 × 650 mm |
| Dimensions without vises |
1,840 × 500 mm |
| Working height |
845 mm |
Clamping system
| Specification |
Value |
| Vises |
Front and rear with trapezoidal threaded spindle |
| Vise opening width (front / rear) |
140 / 140 mm |
| Round bench dogs included |
4 (short) |
| Holes for dogs |
Ø 19 mm |
Weight
| Specification |
Value |
| Weight |
approx. 52 kg |
Compliance
| Specification |
Value |
| Marking |
CE |
Standard equipment
- Bernardo WB 2000 Hobby workbench
- 4 short round bench dogs
- Lower shelf
- User and assembly manual in Italian
Frequently asked questions
Does the workbench arrive assembled or unassembled?
The workbench is shipped unassembled to optimize transport volume. Assembly requires 30-60 minutes with standard hand tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, possibly a rubber mallet for some joints). Assembly instructions are included.
The adjustable threaded rods in the pedestal allow for compensation of floor irregularities after assembly: important for stability during work with hammers or lateral pressure on the vises. For professional assembly, Krollit can provide telephone guidance during installation. For commercial environments requiring professional installation, contact Krollit sales.
Is the top already varnished or oiled?
For Hobby models, the top is untreated (raw wood) to allow for customization with oils, varnishes, or protective waxes of the user's choice. For the WB 2100 Profi model, the top is factory-oiled (food-compatible wood oil).
Recommended oil for workbench tops: specific wood oils resistant to moisture and stains (e.g., boiled linseed oil, dura oil, specific bench oils). Oiling should be repeated every 6-12 months depending on the intensity of use. Alternatively, for intensive professional use, transparent polyurethane varnishes can be applied, which offer greater mechanical resistance but alter the natural appearance of the wood.
Are the 4 (short) bench dogs sufficient?
For standard use, yes. 4 (short) allow for clamping typical workpieces (lengths up to the limit of the bench). For very specific pieces or work requiring multiple clamping positions, additional dogs are available in the Bernardo accessories catalog.
Bench dogs are inserted into the Ø 19 mm holes in the top and are locked by the pressure of the vises. To optimize clamping, the following are available: short dogs (for thin pieces), long dogs (for tall pieces), special dogs with iron jaws (for metal pieces), quick-release lever dogs (for frequent workpiece changes). All dogs are compatible with the standard Ø 19 mm holes.
Can I also use the workbench for metalworking?
Yes, but with caution. The workbench is designed for woodworking: for use with metal (e.g., filing, manual sawing of light profiles) it is manageable, but for work that generates sparks (welding) or requires a lot of force (drilling heavy metals), the wooden top can be damaged.
For mixed wood + metal working, a dedicated area on the bench with a sacrificial metal top (steel sheet) above the wooden top is recommended to protect it. For exclusively metalworking, consider mechanic's benches with a dedicated steel top. For blacksmiths with mixed needs, consider special configurations with a metal top inserted into the wooden bench (custom fabrication).
Is the working height adjustable?
The working height of 845 mm is fixed, sized for average height operators (170-180 cm) standing. The adjustable threaded rods in the pedestal allow for compensation of floor irregularities (±20 mm) but not adjustment of the useful height.
For non-standard height operators (under 165 cm or over 190 cm) or for prolonged seated use, a riser platform or adjustable stool are common accessories. For educational environments with users of different heights, the presence of modular platforms is recommended. Benches with hydraulic or pneumatic height adjustment are available in the Bernardo catalog as dedicated professional models.
