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[thehalf-bakedorganist]

I've been a corporate lawyer for 15 years; I work on average about 80 hours per week; and I sit in front of a PC all day cranking out documents. I've not done more than hammer a few nails in my life. But I love watching this guy on YouTube. I can't really explain it. I'm totally fascinated by carpentry, woodworking, blacksmithing, welding, etc., and really dig this guy's philosophy and approach to craftsmanship. Man, not a day goes by where I don't think I missed my calling. There is no transcendental value in the work I do; but there's true beauty in making something useful that you can hold. I daydream about ditching this career and living out in the countryside somewhere making stuff. Keep it up, guys. I love this channel.

[shaun]

i wish i had a dad in my life like you .your son is very lucky to have a man like you in his life

[doak]

I’m a 70 year old retired CEO of a medium size insurance company. Unfortunately Ibe just never been very “handy” but I love watching these videos. While others in my circle seemed to be impressed with the captains of industry, I have always had an appreciation for those who could build or repair. I got that from my Dad who was a common man without much formal education that could fix anything because he had to. He taught me work ethic and respect for others. I view it as an advantage to have been raised by such a great man.

[varjen]

I work at one of the oldest libraries around (i think anyway, founded in the 1400's).
We have 6-7 million books, magazines and publications. Every once in a while i stop to look at the shelves in amazement and think about how many manhours must have gone in to creating all that content.

[jgrayspencer]

Probably one of the most inspirational videos and reminders of just where we all came from... appreciate the past and get away from the TV and do something with your hands. Thanks for making my day! Jon

[MadMulberry]

I can't go outside. My outside is communal space. I live in a top floor apartment. Instead of going outside, I go upstairs. Upstairs is my attic. I've spent the better part of 4 years turning it into a usable space. I've had to move the water tank to increase the available floor space. Boy oh boy! Was that a learning experience! In the process, I missed my footing on one occasion. Short story is, I learned how to fix a ceiling as well.😁 I put down flooring in the whole area and built a half decent workbench. I've made some nice things on that bench too. I learned so much about joinery in the process, I can't believe how much I've progressed. I hardly watch any TV anymore and I've stopped video gaming. YouTube is now my educational tool, no more just a diversion, thanks to you, and others, like Paul Sellers, Wood by Wright, Jimmy Diresta etc.

My life is very different to what it was 4 years ago, it's changed for the better because I dared to learn a skill.

[TokyoCraftsman]

It's nice to see that I'm not the only guy with a mini black hole in his shop that things get sucked into to never be seen again, like that wedge that few across the shop LOL
To another four years at the very least!

[mcpheonixx]

Hey Scott, I'm a welder fabricator by trade and a dad by calling. I get up every day and head to work with an excitement that I've never had before. I truly love my job. I also get up and go to work every day not because I have to but I want to show my son by example that work isn't something to be looked down upon or detested. You guys are doing the same thing, just on a grander scale lol. Keep up the great work guys!!!

[antoniodelgado]

It never ceases to amaze me that all of the comments on your videos are positive. People encourage others to try something new, unlike most channels where all you get is negativity. Thank you and your family for the amazing advice and positive thoughts.

[ericconner]

Just recently came upon your channel by way of AVE. Definitely appreciate the calmer, cleaner content. As a Diesel Tech of 25 years, and a couple years in construction before that, it is a pleasure to watch a craftsman. The quality and integrity you put forth is humbling. And truly appreciated.

Thank you sir.

[TheSkite]

Dear Sir
I'm a dental lab tech of 43 years I feel your channel is the best I've seen on YouTube. I take great pride in giving my clients the best possible products.
I love working with my hands.
Keep it up. And thanks

Jesse

[squashhead]

Thank you for deciding to make this channel. It is relaxing to watch. No politics no bs just craftsmanship. I can’t wait for the house build videos to start up.

[handymanjourney]

I love that making videos was your son's idea and you valued and respected his opinion enough to go along with the idea! That's true growth and leadership! Thanks for all you do in work and example!

[hasdrubal]

Nicely put. I handled a shovel today and worked with my brother for a couple of hours today. And I remembered my Father as we worked, and thought of how happy he would be to see us working together as friends. Tomorrow I will take my daughters and niece to a small garden an old neighbour had kept for decades until he passed four years ago. With the blessing of his daughter we plan to plant later in the Spring. Thanks for the vids, God bless the work

[jameshuggins]

Hey Scott I've been working and learning trades my whole life. Almost 50years now. And yet I learn new ways of doing things every time I watch your channel. You remind of the men who I grew up around. Humble men who knew how to get the work done. Keep up the good work!

[thomascass]

Hey Scott. I’m a 17 year old living in Connecticut, and everyone I know is getting ready to go to college for some kind of academic thing, and I’ve personally never enjoyed academics so when I started talking to people about what I wanted to go to college for, I was never really sure. Since I found your channel, I’ve started making things with my hands in my dads small basement workshop, mostly knives and a few things out of wood for my family, I’ve realized how much I love working with my hands. When I realized this, I started to think that I was going to have to choose some sort of academic study to go to college for and make things as a hobby on the side, but your videos have helped me realize that I can go become a carpenter, or an electrician, or some other kind of tradesman, and that there is no shame in that. So thank you for helping me figure out where I’m going in life.

[EverettWilson]

I've only stumbled on to your channel recently, but it's clear that you two make some of the most positive mentorship videos I've seen.

Thank you for all the work you put into them, and for all the work you did before then.

[stevetoomey]

I graduated college in 2020 with a BA in English literature. Sent out hundreds of job applications and never heard anything back. I've always worked on rental property rehabs since I was 14 years old. Your videos along with others on YouTube literally saved me. I had to go on YouTube to figure out how to build my own boot straps so I could pull myself up and I couldn't have done it without the resources and knowledge gained from people like you. I'm a self employed contractor now. Instead of creating a space with text on paper I get to create physical environments for people. It's just as satisfying if not more and if I wouldn't change anything if I was given an opportunity to "redo" life. Many thanks!

[smazerolle]

Scott, It is guys like you that are able to inspire the younger generation to value working with their hands and that learning a trade is not a second rate career. I am so grateful to have found your channel a few years back, each new video brings joy into my life.

[tristanbuckoke]

The most inspiring and emotional video you did for me was when you built a ramp for your mother . I have watched it many times . Thank you