5 Problem Solving Tools

Tools are problem solvers and here are five that are among my all-time-favorites! If you don't already have these, put them on your birthday wishlist for sure!
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[@skygh]

The absolutely most sought after tool is the one I set out then forgot to bring.

[@circlebforge6060]

I know the feeling, that’s why I have all the tools with me at work that the old timers ain’t used in over a decade. And those tools have made shit happen that the other tools couldnt

[@sicpac66t]

Every time. 🤣

[@mikeschmidt4800]

Oh the pain.

[@bobbystruggle3658]

Ahh yes the forgotten magic tool, it comes in many shapes but always forgotten, along with the lost magic tool these are things of lore...sad face.

[@salvadorreynoso5837]

I have all the tools in the world except THAT one

[@ambulocetusnatans]

It's refreshing to hear a youtuber who actually knows what he's talking about.

[@RustandRedemption]

He really defines what a master is. He's highly intelligent and experienced and has the personality to want others to benefit from that

[@WGS1111]

This guy knows how to explain things.. very talented teacher.

[@ImZyker]

you re god damn right, i love this guy

[@keithcronk7980]

AMEN BROTHER!!!!

[@maryannanderson7517]

Not only does he know what he's talking about but he knows how to talk about it also. When he used the word "recalcitrant" my ears perked up. Okay, so tell me I have been hanging out with people who have a limited vocabulary. Maybe so but I really don't think so. However, most people have a spoken vocabulary and a written vocabulary and they write many words that they never speak and I have READ recalcitrant many times but I believe this is the very first time I have EVER heard anyone use that word when speaking. Anyone else heard this word here for the first time? BTW, I came to his channel because I just watched a video by Andrew Camarata and he showed a tool that he said was made for him by The Essential Craftsman. I had never heard of EC before so I had to come and check him out. I chose the Problem Solving Tools video because Andrew used that modified pry bar to help get the track back on a bulldozer and he said that it was made for him by the EC so that brought me here. I'll be back.

[@dustindemoe2643]

I’m an electrician by trade so I naturally end up with wire nuts in my pockets. One day when leaving a Lowe’s there was a gentleman wiring his newly purchased trailer lights and he was searching desperately for wire nuts. I was happy to help this man and even happier the Lord placed me there in this mans time of need. Was it a mind blowing event...?? No. Yet it showed me how I can help another person with a simple gesture of kindness.

[@williamwinder3466]

Same thing happens to me. I work in HVAC. I primarily wire everything, but I also do every other job as well. There's always wire nuts, screws, nuts and bolts, switches even, and other random crap. Feels nice to be able to help people.

[@thomasdickson35]

I recently was able to get a very nice dolly/cart "convertible" for free when it was being thrown away. It was a pleasure to use it to help my neighbor for it's very first (to me) time. Kinda fun!

[@dustindemoe4402]

@Tom Garbo Tom. Approx 20 years ago while taking down our Christmas tree I noticed several "pressure connectors" stuck to the ends of the branches. When I asked the wife about it she told me they were found in the washing machine. They stayed on the branches for many years. When we purchased our next tree, I made sure to add "wire nuts" to the branches. They help me stay "connected" to where I came from.

[@JCMasterCraftsman]

You are good people. Engaging with others to help solve problems.

[@dlighted8861]

Don't you find having wire nuts while making love to be a shocking affair?🤔😁🤔

[@christophermitchell4541]

I live in the inner city and earlier this year while I was building a privacy fence a couple of neighborhood kids came along and asked if I had a bike pump. I was at my garage so had one easily to hand and helped them out. Next thing I know they told their siblings and friends and now I’m the neighborhood bike man. I’ve learned a lot about fixing bikes (flats, seat adjustments and whatnot) in the process and have added to my tool collection to be a more proficient help when they need it.

[@essentialcraftsman]

So AWESOME!!!!!!!

[@MikfinityPog]

Christopher you've made a big difference in those kids' lives! I personally thank you for that.

[@barrytoddwilkerson7282]

@@essentialcraftsman I LOVE hearing about folks trying to make a difference in children's lives and lives of adults!! Please pray for me, that God will bless me with opportunities to do so, as I'll be praying for you guys 🙏❤

[@mordechaimordechai]

My dad broke two spade handles in one day and was ranting about the shitty beech wood you find at stores. So i have a craptacular stick welder and am half good with it so after a little zip zap routine i fixed him with a pipe handle to last for generations. I saw pride in his eyes or maybe he was looking at the arc too long.

[@saemushailstorm3135]

ash wood is best for handles for hard working tools beech ? for shovel/spade - phssst !

[@mordechaimordechai]

@@saemushailstorm3135 i no rite? Ash is scarse and being a european we have no hickory. Generally i get handle material from the wild!

[@jeffreyplumber1975]

mayby dads tired of shoveling

[@duminicad]

mordechaimordechai unfortunately, store bought tools with wooden handles aren’t that great, especially the affordable ones, they try to maximize the number of handles they can get out of each stock; you can buy handles standalone, but check the fibers, they must go from one end to another very straight! Here’s how I made two hammer handles first time ever. Recovered some 50+ years acacia wood from an old barn; found the pieces larger than what I needed I’ve split the wood to ensure straight fibers from one end to another shaped the handle with an angle grinder and sanding disc(wear dust and protection mask!) cut a slit for the wedge, hammered the newly made handle into the hammer head open the slit with a chisel, pour d3 water resistant wood glue without mercy hammer in the wedge until it turns into a mushroom and won’t go any further, cut the wedge flush, let the glue cure for 24h hand sand the handle to finished and comfortable shape, flood it with linseed oil and voila, a handle that is comfortable and will last for generations!

[@bigmex8794]

zdringy amazing

[@johnbaine1905]

This is the guy we all need in our families or the guy we should be tryng to be.

[@kenuber4766]

You probably already have one in the family.......He's called Grampa!

[@tripwire4727]

BAAAAAIIIIINNEE!!!

[@alfredocarrillo2433]

Agreed

[@markme4]

They don't make guys like this anymore.

[@rinnhart]

@@markme4 Every millwright in the room just spit their chew.

[@JesseWright68]

Scott, you are 100% correct about the feeling of satisfaction that comes from being able to help someone who needs it and the appreciation from being helped. Back when I was in college (around 1990, before cell phones) driving back home after a long weekend about 3 hours away, my alternator died at about 2 AM in the middle of nowhere, but close to a farm house. I went up and knocked on the door, apologized for the late hour and asked to use the phone. I figured that I would call home and then sleep in the car. The fellow who answered the door said he would be happy to let me use the phone, but also offered to loan me his spare car so that I could get home and pick up a new alternator and then return to swap it out. I never thought an AMC Pacer could be the best car ever, but it sure was that night! That kind stranger really saved the day and over 30 years later, I'm still grateful.

[@chrismitchell4665]

Who the hell is thumbs downing these videos? They're honest, they're genuine and caring and they're free.

[@PeterWolfe2012]

Assholes. Couldn't be anybody else?

[@Chief-]

Satan himself, I presume.

[@stuartkorte1642]

A miserable person that hates life so wants to share their misery.

[@CristiNeagu]

British people, since multitools are, in general, illegal to carry in the UK.

[@stuartkorte1642]

@@CristiNeagu seriously? Wow shout out to basic freedom ??? I guess knives and forks are illegal to carry also.

[@eltedo804]

I'd also add a good quality flashlight. I count it as a tool because if I cant see whats wrong, I cant begin to fix it. I'm never a far reach away from a solid light.

[@tuckera1879]

I carry a streamlite, love it and use it constantly

[@FishFind3000]

eltedo804 sadly I lost mine 3 days ago. I keep reaching for it and every time I reach for it and it’s not their makes me more angry as I can’t see what I need to see. I have to use the phone light and it just doesn’t cut it. Had that thing for 2+ years all day everyday. Lost it before but found it quick. Now I think it’s gone for good.

[@tuckera1879]

@@FishFind3000 can we have a moment of silence for this fallen light?

[@gapster46]

I have multiple flashlights in every room in the house. In the dark, your multitool is useless without a flashlight.

[@tuckera1879]

@@gapster46 true

[@JasonSmith-xo9qr]

You need to do a video on the one of the most underrated tools in not in use today. The ability to critically think. To be able to use what you have at hand to accomplish what needs to be. My Grandfather built his first barn with two horses and logs processed by himself on his own property. The man could do anything with almost nothing. He always told us boys that the only thing that stops a man from accomplishing his goals it his lack of imagination. There is not a tool today that can replace a train of thought. I love your videos because you remind me of my the man that shaped my life, a man that is dearly missed, my grandfather. I've said it before and will again thank you for all you do and keep up the good work. You are an inspiration to a new generation.

[@garenne0169]

i won't it says better, i think the better tool is the brain, i mean capacity to analyse situation and solve problem....

[@erNomic]

Brains are being phased out by software.

[@garenne0169]

erNomic hum....not yet

[@erNomic]

@@garenne0169 Ya we got another month or so.

[@garenne0169]

erNomic 😁👍🏻

[@only.a.hobbyist]

What a great guy. The world could use more like him.

[@DavidMorris-ss7pw]

I love this guy , kindness , and helpfulness radiates from him !

[@nigelwylie01]

We all need a Grandpa like you: One take, no edits: “There’s nothing like that feeling of being helped ... and the only feeling that’s better is being able to help in that way. So if you haven’t experienced that yet, start looking for those chances. Keep some tools close to hand, so when you’re driving down the road and you see that person who needs help, and you know it’s the right thing to do, you can do it. And I will assert that the more of us that recognise that wonderful feeling of satisfaction of engaging with people (even strangers) to solve their problems, the better our lives will all become.”

[@tdurden9532]

1:33 look and edit. Pay attention next time kid.

[@nigelwylie01]

T Durden ha ha! You made me laugh! I didn’t mean the whole video, just the remarkable speech I transcribed in the comment.

[@RichardHuffaker1]

Very amazing. He’s so fun to listen to.

[@deelanders6132]

Gangster comment. I copy and paste this to my Mums

[@kolby2270]

Im an IT field tech and I naturally have warning lights on my truck. Its my personal truck but I get paid to use it. I stopped once about 18 months ago to help someone who crashed on black ice. her whole front end was smashed and leaking fluid. The windchill was -20F and it was an all day snow storm. Tow truck eta was > 1 hour. She said she was there for 10 minutes but no one stopped to help. So I stopped and let her warm up while a trooper finally showed up 30 or so minutes later and took over. Ever since then ive been adding more lights, safety gear and tools to help people who crashed or who are stuck on the side of the road.

[@gregcollins3404]

Broke down on the freeway once-upon-a-time. Had the replacement distributor cap needed as this car regularly leaked a little oil through the horizontal shaft and fouled the contacts. But did not have the needed 8mm short wrench needed to get one of the bolts loose. Before long, a pickup stopped and asked if he could help. "Do you have an 8mm wrench" I asked... He opens up the camper top to a load of tools and says "why yes, I'm a NASCAR mechanic"! When I told him I fix VCR's among other things, we went up to the next rest stop and replaced the belts in his broken VCR he happened to have along.... He had had some car trouble himself that morning and vowed to stop and help someone. Then there was the time out in the middle of nowhere that I fixed a guy's alternator because I happened to have a soldering iron and a AC inverter along.

[@sisohand249]

Great stories! Great men

[@handymanhoney-do6881]

Awesome story

[@Calligraphybooster]

You might also have soldered with a copper wire placed after a headlight bulb (or before, as long as tou place them in line. If you leave out the bulb it becomes welding😆)

[@DanteYewToob]

"I'm in Arizona right now, I don't know if you can tell that." Yep. I knew it. The air coming out of my speakers felt extra dry and smelled of cactus juice and cheap turquoise jewelry. I went to 'like' the video and my finger slipped on sunscreen, iced tea, and regret. Definitely Arizona.

[@erics9869]

😆🤣😄 That was funny

[@rolandfuentes6637]

This guy is a cross between Mr. Rogers, Tom the tool man Taylor, and Andy Griffith! 👏🏼🙂 Life goals there!!

[@redskies3000]

That’s funny

[@calculator1841]

*Tim

[@joyona7430]

....and Superman!!!!

[@evil00horse]

I was a taxi driver for a time. One group who uses taxis often are the elderly. I did running repairs on wheelie walkers at least weekly for people using my leatherman.

[@reptileguardian941]

Nice. I carry a Gerber. It's been very handy. Need to step up to a Leatherman for sure.

[@kenuber4766]

Aaron Adams......Your a stud!! I just hope someone like you are around when I get to using a walker!! LOL

[@David-ll8bt]

I have Leatherman I bought in 1991 at a Sporting Goods Store in Utah. I'm a Explosive Technician and this particular Leatherman has a Blasting Cap Crimper built into the needle nose. Also a file I use to clean my ground for the Detonator, wire cutter which I use to cut and strip wire. That's 4 tools I don't have to carry in a bag, just use the Leatherman. Its 28 years old now and still in great shape. I lost it while training new Techs, I spent 9 hours looking for it the next day. Found.

[@MustardMade]

I work on railroad maintenance equipment, I lost my leatherman one day on the tracks. When things fall into the ballast (rocks) they tend to disappear. I had me and two other guys looking for it for about 3 hours while we were working. Amazingly we found it!

[@nathanadams6648]

Finding a lost tool after hours of looking is a good feeling.

[@David-ll8bt]

@@nathanadams6648 True, I had a lost feeling looking for a lost tool. I was very happy to find it.

[@nothanks3462]

I often find other people's tools when working on cars, usually the ones where I'm fixing the last guys 'fix'.

[@Magoover1]

I had the honor of taking care of the EOD guys at Luke AFB for a while. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@jjonahjameson3786]

You can tell this guy knows about preparedness because he’s wearing both a belt and suspenders

[@workin4alivin585]

My dad was the same. Incredibly kind, smart, handy, and prepared with a belt and suspenders! ❤

[@shawnyboy]

you think clip-on suspenders are good enough for a working man?

[@chrisprattmt]

what are you guys talking about. he isn't wearing a belt!?

[@dustinread6407]

What are you talking about he’s not wearing a belt?

[@jetstream3528]

LOL...YUP

[@killiemon]

As someone who moved from a job working with people to managing retreat centers and suddenly needing to be able to handle all sorts of property management situations quickly, this video is my absolute favorite EC video. More of this would be welcome!

[@Therealphantomzero]

Best tool, them suspenders, if you can't solve the problem of keeping your pants up, you can't solve any other problems

[@johngilronan6373]

Nothing better than s spenders worked in the bush in Alaska were carhart bibs. Back south I wear suspenders. Button on just say no to crack

[@fromobile9]

@mark smith they obviously are not subscribed! Bet they can't use a hammer either haha

[@syniister7055]

@@fromobile9 USW taught me how to use many tools. But i chose suspenders over a hard belt when i watched a guy get nearly ripped in half because a machine caught his belt. Safety first boys!

[@WhoGitDaBiscuit]

Lmao!

[@jmiktutt9890]

It's 2021 who's still wearing pants?

[@ReadWriteRoam]

You’re the dad every person needs growing up. You remind me of my own. He preached independence and self sufficiency. Good stuff.

[@natejm]

“If you don’t have a rigging axe, you don’t have to run out and buy one...” But, but, I want to...

[@Rocketninja200]

Get two just in case.

[@mvalovalo]

@@Rocketninja200 while you’re out, grab one for me.

[@charlesward8196]

I found an old True Temper rigging axe head on the ‘bay, rusty, but showing the telltale grain difference back of the edge that says HIGH CARBON STEEL LAMINATED HEAD! It lives again with a new American hickory handle in my tool box.

[@iohannesfactotum]

dangot I've got too many hammers already... or do I?

[@JesseWright68]

It's tough to beat a rigging axe, especially for demolition work. It cuts drywall out, chops romex, you name it.

[@davidjensen4654]

Don't forget one of the most elegant of all tools, the humble five gallon bucket. It's a; step ladder, a trash can, mixing container, tool box and so much more! And best of all, the're free

[@jimrosscooper]

David Jensen a chair!

[@lordbuckley4592]

I just discovered your channel and am enjoying it a lot. So, here are two tips, one practical and one philosophical. 1. When doing anything under ANY sink with a cabinet, install a thick piece of any kind of plastic on the floor of the cabinet. It will always eventually leak, you won’t catch it for a while, and the water will rot the wood and it will also smell bad. As a bonus, the plastic makes it easier to wipe out spilled Clorox or whathaveyou. 2. NEVER try to avoid a mid-day trip to Home Depot. It never works. You always wind up trying to make something work that won’t. So, in a Zen-like manner, accept in your brain and heart that you’ll be making a trip to Home Depot at noon or so, then as the job progresses through the morning, keep a list of the stuff you will need to buy at Home Depot at noon. Also; there’s inevitably a hot dog stand at Home Depot. Utilize it as a reward for doing the job right. Once I accepted this, I became a happier man and a better craftsman.

[@Doomzdayxx]

All great advice.

[@phonedave]

@MadLad it depends on the job. For example, I went to replace a wax ring on a toilet. When I started, I found the shut off valve was frozen. Now I could just shut off all the water in my house, change the wax and be done. The right thing to do was to change the valve. Of course I had a straight valve in the parts bin, but no 90 degree. A straight would have worked, but a 90 is what was really proper. Off to home depot I went. I'm not a plumber, I don't have a fully stocked truck. I have plenty of things should an emergency arise but I may not exactly the right part to do the best job when a surprise situation comes up.

[@charlesward8196]

Better yet, line the bottom of the sink cabinet with a piece of the kitchen sheet vinyl.

[@lpconserv6074]

You will always know when you are finally about to finish a project when you are leaving the hardware store for the 3rd time for that project. Every time you open a part or open a closed portion of the work, you can find something you did not expect...

[@bonesrhodes3762]

--- I have been carpentering ( 60 years now ) long before there was a Home Depot and before Lowes became the chain store it is today: Lowes made its first appearance ( for me ) in the early 70s ( Hattiesburg MS ) and Home Depot in the early 80s - I avoid both whenever possible, which is now difficult when you are contracting. I have never left either a HD or a Lowes in a better mood than when I went in, and seldom have I left either with everything I was looking for no matter how simple or common the items I was needing .

[@danielross59]

It was a cold snowy day with evening coming on and we were 30 miles from camp in the mountains when metal fatique claimed the radius arm bracket on the 96 f150 4X4 we were driving and the whole front end fell out. No sleeping bags, no phone signal so while discussing sitting around a fire for the night, I thought, lets's try something. The wheel was forward near the bumper so we put a block in front of it and slowly moved the truck forward until in position and cut a small tree for leverage to lift the radius arm back up to the blown frame bracket. Now I never leave home without a pair of klien rebar pliars and a roll of tie wire. I folded lengths of wire in half to double it, you get much more pressure that way when you twist it off. Kept wrapping and tying until satisfied and we drove out the 30 miles of rough and steep logging roads without a hitch. When we reached pavement, it was just as tight as when we wrapped it so we carried on but didn't do over 30 mph. It could have been a cold and miserable night with a 30 mile walk in the morning and maybe even have to leave the truck there for the winter. I love tools too.

[@pauleliot6429]

love Klein tools too

[@danielross59]

@@pauleliot6429 I wondered if anyone would catch the spelling, good eye, a true klein tool lover. The i before e rule doesn't apply here.

[@teddahrable]

I love tie wire! It's gotta be the most useful wire on the planet. Mufflers, exhaust pipes, hose clamps... What can't it be?

[@craigcode7103]

I love the story but who the hell are you,Mcguiver?

[@perrybrown4985]

As a kid, the engine of my Father's F150 began clattering and quit. He pulled over with nothing around for miles (and long before cell phones were a thing). He declares that there is something wrong with the valves and takes off the rocker cover - the push rods are all bent - so he proceeds to pull them out and hammer them straight on a rock. We were soon going again. So, in addition to a hammer, carry spanners... (F150 with stick shift was a mighty beast - I learned to drive on that)

[@treeshaker101]

You remind me of how my dad, uncle, and grandfather worked and thought about tools. There have been countless times I’ve seen mechanical advantage gained by the simplest of tools. As a career fireman I’ve used that knowledge and passed on those skills. At work we have to be problem solvers everyday and I can attest that you are correct with your top 5. I carry a leatherman every shift and a spyderco rescue salt. I have done everything with these tools such as cutting people out of cars, repairing fire alarms, opening doors, and even minor surgery! Thanks for your great content!

[@zachmeyer2718]

One time I ran over a ladies mailbox. Thanks god I had the tools to rebuild the most complicated mailbox I’ve ever seen

[@jim2mckenna220]

The greatest tool... bar none... is the one that sits on your shoulders.... It enables the engagement of All the other tools and making work possible! Scott shows us by example his ability to problem solve.... the tool is just the business end of what is happening in his head! Thanks Scott!

[@alansphotos]

Totally agree. Unfortunately most people use it as a hat rack.

[@PlumbusRunner]

Shut up.

[@mikemiller4838]

I was waiting for it. Your brain.

[@Al828282]

Tire Patch and Plug Kit! When I was 15, I worked at an auto garage. They taught me how to pull a nail out of a tire and plug it without removing the tire from the vehicle. I'm 37 now and have since patched my tires a half-dozen times and repaired about 200 other people's tires. Some memorable moments are an old couple (80s) in Georgia, a young couple heading to prom near Green Bay and a mother with her baby in Chicago. Few things in this world bring me as much happiness as helping people in a time of need.

[@Petzlglyph]

+1 on the patch kit. I was getting a new set of tires and left while it was done, when I returned the entire shop was huddled around the tire removal machine. As I drew near I heard one of them exclaim " there are more than forty plugs in this thing". Job sites are full of lose nails, as soon as I hear the tell tail hiss I yank the nail and throw a plug in before it loses any air. Back the patch kit up with a small 12V compressor. Have patched tires for dozens of others as well. When they say "what do I owe you" I tell them "You now have to help at least four other people"

[@geoffcampbell7846]

Truly a man after my own heart (same age too). I've loved tools all of my life. They are a joy to use, and to be able to achieve so much when you understand their function and how to use them is very satisfying. I smiled at your comment in another video about hammering and how some folks can't do it. My dad had us knocking salvaged nails into scrap timber until we were able not mis-hit and bend them before we were10yrs old. We bent more than a few until we got it, but it was a valuable lesson, and a skill I've never lost. People sometimes laugh at the gear I have, but I just smile to myself because I know their true value and constant pleasure they bring. 🙂

[@elijahdangola2401]

I watched this video last night. I went into work today and ended up needing both the high lift jacks (farm jacks if you look online at tractor supply) and the come along to move and lift two 30ft triple 2x10 beams into place. Wouldn’t have had any idea how to get them in place if I didn’t watch this. This is just one of the few examples your wealth of knowledge has helped me at what seems like just the right time. Thank you

[@williambutler3695]

This was surprisingly deep and thought provoking. “You’re counting on that tool to do something important, when something important has to be done.” This was like tool church!

[@SenselessUsername]

I've certainly paid my dues to that church.

[@kyleb123456]

The one piece of gear i refused to go without during desert Ops was my Gerber multy tool. I used it almost every hour of every day we were out in the field. A true life saving tool i honestly mean that

[@ChuckBeefOG]

You have to get the better US made ones though. I have had mine 11 years now and carry it daily. I bought a second one, still in the box incase the stop making them in US.

[@fadugleman]

What model did you carry?

[@wqerdfvbn]

Excellent distillations of these practical issues. I have been teaching my daughter this stuff (raised on my own) ...the methodical importance of many of your shows is well received. You are basically everyone grandpa or dad. Great job and a huge thanks for putting in the time.

[@LimestoneCoastCustoms]

After watching the many many videos you have done, this one brings it home to me that someone like yourself could have been the father I never had (but always wanted) This and most of your videos have many messages in them, one being a person of good ethics & passing that along. Thanks again! (& YES, I knew it was going to be a Leatherman, I have a few pairs 😉)

[@lukeohagan]

Fire extinguisher. Solving problems when a problem needs solving

[@IchimonjiBlade]

That’s a safety issue, though I know it’s always good to have one close by at all times. But I think the purpose of this video was, to show the most versatile tools that can help you in a few different ways.

[@horacerumpole6912]

Try 'CATASTROPHIC FAILURE' issue-

[@phildcrow]

I was wondering about that too.

[@hansevensen8426]

@@IchimonjiBlade a fire extinguisher is a multi use tool. It can put out fires, sure, but it's a personal defence weapon, it works as a blunt instrument, a visual concealment device, an assailant marking device, and as an oxygen denial device, It can be a breaching tool, It can be used as a mallet, And as a doorstop, And a paper weight. It can cool items as well, before they melt, Sodium bicarbonate extinguishers will also neutralize acid attacks, and spills, And in a pinch, I've inflated a tire, with some minor retrofitting. Fire extinguishers also make you look responsible

[@agentjwa]

yep have a 6lb ABC in my car at all times

[@victorv3890]

I knew the Burke bar was coming!

[@9and7]

I hear ya. Another reason to get the Burke Bar in front of the camera. LOVE IT!

[@Wen6543]

He forgot the greatest tool ever, money, with it you can solve almost anything!

[@9and7]

Yeah, but do you get a bicep workout out of 'em?

[@joezeigler1064]

Let there be light....and a Burke Bar

[@aramirez8427]

Should have been the Tanker Bar

[@samoneill4750]

I really thought he was going to say “your brain” at the end haha

[@fishhuntadventure]

Haha! I might have to join the leatherman ranks since the Schrade multi tool when schrade was made in USA has fallen victim to offshoring snd it’s no longer made (they have one- its junk and isn’t even close to the same tool anymore)

[@ethansutherland3786]

I was thinking a phone

[@Sobow6]

I own a Burke bar because of this channel... I call it the “plunger of the shop” you don’t always need it but when you do you’re glad you have it. 😁

[@gsardokla]

Around here (southern Oklahoma), we don't like to be without some handy bailing wire. I once temporarily "fixed" a broken tie rod end on a '64 Ford pickup; good enough to get me into town - driving slowly.

[@totallyfrozen]

gsardokla I keep some in my roadside kit.

[@kove]

My tire blew out on a St Louis highway. The shoulder was dirt and moist. Each time I tried to use the tiny Toyota stock jack, it would sink slightly and the whole car would collapse back down to the dirt. Tom, a man I've never met before pulled in front of my and pulled out a full sized service Jack and saved the day. Thank you Tom.

[@shiddy.]

I always carry a floor jack in my trunk ... love helping people with flats on the highway for free - Walmart sells a small floor jack in a nice hard case for $25, and a decent 4-way tire iron for $9 - very worth having in your vehicle, makes changing a flat luxurious compared to the factory tools

[@sanjaysami4315]

When this guy speaks ... I listen.

[@bmortloff]

You're the spitting image of my dad. He was a toolmaker on the mines back in the 70s. When he died he left me all his kit. Wish I still had him around to show me all his tricks, but this channel is a close second.

[@geordiekimbo2]

He's got a look of my Dad too. He's been dead nearly 9 years and was sorting out one of his old tool boxes two days ago and found a tool that I needed. Thanks dad, been dead 9 years and still helping me out.

[@raerae4752]

Last one I knew would be a swiss knife, but a rope is the most underrated tool.

[@Pocketfarmer1]

Hi rope maybe older and of more profound effect than the wheel. What good is a wheel if you cant tie something to it?

[@samgillilan215]

A leather man I’ve always found more useful than a Swiss Army knife but it’s just what I think

[@ajbowers44]

Swiss Army knife doesn’t have pliers. 90% of the time I pull my multitool out, it’s for the pliers.

[@mitchellpeterson8644]

@@ajbowers44 You obviously have very few wine opening emergencies then.

[@TheOtherBill]

Best yet - a Victorinox Swisstool. It's both a multitool and a Swiss Army knife.

[@bigjguzman]

Essential craftsman: uploads video. Me: Heads to hardware store

[@markelijohnjavierpascual4112]

yeah bro haha

[@salutations5749]

Just looked up Burke Bar and High Lift on Amazon!! lol

[@celeneczopyk4506]

I Promise I wasnt watching I was just listening to audio playing via bluetooth...

[@Brian-lh4fi]

Scott promised to start selling Burke bars on his website. I'm waiting for one of his

[@gumboot65]

I have and use most of the tools EC has in his vids. However, I was sawing logs with my band sawmill and needed a tool to lift 1 end of a log to level it ( put in pillow blocks) and to peel tough bark and slide , pry logs and things around. I watched one of his vids where he used a Burke bar and remembered using them on construction jobs. The closest hardware store where I could buy one is 170 miles away. But I had some leaf springs and a piece of 2" pipe an angle grinder and an arc welder. So I made one. I don't know if it would lift a container. But it has done everything I need it to so far and done it with ease. What a great tool.

[@Maine307]

I am a retired Us Marine.. The Multi tool was a must have every where and everything.. it just was.

[@JorgeMartinez-tw2tb]

I barely found this channel 1 week ago, by far the best craftsman on KZbin, seriously we owe our master carpenter so much for giving us advice and tips to become a pro like him, this guy embodies the working class people

[@Fastwinstondoom]

I want to see more of that container problem situation! That looked really fascinating!

[@mikeyboy2154]

yes please

[@lbhunter6341]

Couple of things, Scott...First and foremost, THANK YOU for your contributions to real education of our youth (and some "not so youths"!)...second, your channel may very well be the most comprehensively enjoyable youtube channel in existence today...and, finally, I am 100% with ya on Leatherman multi tools. I started with an early version, it worked great, may still be, I don't know because I lost it. 😔 Then bought a Gerber...broke it within weeks, went back to Leatherman and am convinced of their quality and capabilities. Great video, my friend!

[@timsinnott4462]

Best channel & comment section on KZbin. An internet safe haven of genuine words.

[@Bloodbain88]

I've been a mechanic for a number of years now. And no one can ever guess the tool I use the most by FAR at work. A small, flathead screwdriver that I keep in my pocket. You can poke stuff, get up under gaskets and O-rings, use it as a pick, a scraper, you can pry with it. You can get electrical connectors loose with it. You can roughly gauge the depth of holes or see if 2 holes are lined up. You can use it to mark a piece of wood or metal you're going to cut. You can cut through tape or plastic or cardboard with it. It has endless uses and I lose count how many times I fish that thing out of my pocket on a daily basis.

[@dgunn4408]

Yooo! 100%.. I bought a 10 pack of those on amazon a year ago, keep one in the breast pocket of my coveralls every day for all the poking, scraping, prying, and other gnarly stuff I don't want to do with my Leatherman. Love it!

[@joncamp9126]

I recently got my first high lift jack. I’m new to the tool and I haven’t anyone like you in my life to help teach me. I was frustrated watching a couple of videos on KZbin, 2 of which I could tell right away the person hadn’t been using the tool most of their life and maybe shouldn’t be teaching such a dangerous tool to someone else without being completely competent with it. Mine kept hanging up and I was frustrated thinking it was just because it was mid grade. Finally I oiled it. Non of the videos recommended this and as soon as I oiled it, perfect! I’m really happy with it now, and it has quickly become one of my favorite tools. Thanks for sharing your list, I really love your videos!!!

[@Dicer328]

Fire Extinguisher came in handy one time; I keep one in every vehicle I own and so should everyone as vehicle fires are the most common types. One time I was stopped at a red light and off to my right was a burger joint and in the parking lot was a beautiful robbins egg blue 67 Mustang Convertible with the hood up and sure enough the owner was just at that moment realizing that the engine bay had caught on fire and so I was able to quickly pull to the shoulder and hop out and deal with the flames.

[@stanervin6108]

Bravissimo!

[@s7bfreeman]

I'm in awe of your wisdom, but even more, of your ability to teach. Thank you for another great video!

[@sealteamryx6758]

I like the way Scott talks very clearly, dignified amd intelligent. He reminds me soooo much of my dad like he could've been a brain surgeon or rocket scientist if he'd wanted to.... just amazing teachers and patient and good enough to share their knowledge with us

[@blackhannahofficial]

Because of this man, and this video, I bought a Leatherman 2 pack at Costco's. Thank you sir. It's already came in handy many times over 👍🏾

[@npetrac25]

Vise grips would be a good choice for the list too

[@stroys7061]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@KnightsWithoutATable]

I was going to add these.

[@KnightsWithoutATable]

@nick f So, vicegrips that have other tools that fold out of them? Because what makes vicegrips really useful is the amount of force you can exert with them and being able to hammer on or with them since they are so sturdy.

[@michaelthibault7930]

Vise Grips? Yeah, sure -- but which of the dizzying array are you going to opt for? It's a jungle out there. The only thing I haven't seen are Vise Spreaders.

[@heywardhollis1160]

@@michaelthibault7930 Vice Grip pliers.

[@tomcondon6169]

Re: Burke Bar, "Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world." Archimedes

[@Cryo_Gen]

Got damn that's profound. I love stuff like this

[@joedell71]

Tom Condon yup had the same idea. Have you seen the guy who moves a whole big outbuilding around with nothing but a big lever

[@mattbarnes3467]

One of the first lessons I learned from my dad about moving heavy stuff without a tractor.

[@GotWake4]

Had a rain day here today and have a job I have been needing to do that will be a perfect place to use a burke bar.... now I wait for the rain to quit to put it to use!!

[@chrisbarr1359]

Archimedes, now is that the old fella down at the Ace Hardware on Route 50? He has some real interesting stuff to say. I wish someone would write it all down. :-)

[@fb341]

I know exactly what you're talking about, Scott! I'm considered the Mr. Fixit to my family, relatives, and friends. I've been carrying a Leatherman daily since 1983 and almost always raise eyebrows when I pull it out at odd moments when nobody would expect anyone to have a tool at hand. I also carried my Leatherman when I was in the Air Force, working on F-16s, and it came in handy in many pinches when no tools were close at hand. I feel naked without it. Thank you, Scott, for your thoughts on other important tools to have. A good pair of Vice Grips and stainless steel wire are also great to keep in the car/truck. Here's my favorite story to tell about fixing things in a pinch. As I mentioned, I was an F-16 Crew Chief in the Air Force for 7 years. For 3 and 1/2 of those years, from 1986-1989, I was stationed at Hahn Air Base in Germany. As a passenger in a friend's car, we were traveling fairly slow in heavy traffic on the Autobahn and had just filled the gas tank. Suddenly, the car shook as we heard a loud noise from the back of the car, so we immediately pulled into the break-down lane to investigate. I got out to assess the situation, and my jaw dropped!! The steel straps that had been holding the fuel tank suddenly broke from years of rust, dropping the gas tank to the pavement, dragging it by the fuel lines. Fortunately, the tank did not catch on fire. I happened to have a couple extra tie-down straps (non-ratcheting) that I could use to temporarily re-mount the tank After 10 minutes of driving, however, the tank fell to the ground again. The sharp seam on the tank had chafed through the nylon strap. I tied the strap in a knot and remounted the tank for a second time. This time, however, we drove much slower and made it to a rest area, where I manually lowered the tank to implement a better fix. Unfortunately, I hadn't figured out what that fix would be, so I started walking around the rest area to think. My friend asked me what on earth I was doing. I told him that I was looking for something but did not know what, yet. I suddenly saw the solution: a Coke can! I picked up the can and proceeded back to the car. By this point, a crowd of Germans had started gathering to view the spectacle we had made for ourselves. My friend asked what on earth I needed the soda can for. I took out my Leatherman, cut a 1-inch strip from the can, held it up and said, "anti-chafing strip!!". I remounted the fuel tank for a third attempt, but this time, I wrapped the nylon strap with soda-can anti-chafing strips right where the tank's seam was rubbing against the straps. My solution worked great, and we made the 2-hour drive back to our base. My friend soon ordered new fuel tank straps from JC Whitney, but his order was delayed for months. My solution worked so well, that the tank held for the two months of daily driving while he waited for the new tank-mounting straps to arrive. That was certainly an experience we'll never forget!

[@JohnnyG2573]

That’s an incredible story!

[@formerly_chucks]

Great story 👍

[@barrett9631]

I'm a trim carpenter and got the burk bar after watching this and let tell you it is the most valuable tool in my truck. I set 8by8" solid post and move walls with it. I call her Bertha. She never let's me down when I need true blunt force.she always delivers.

[@garyblatt8925]

One thing for all of those that have good gear to help people along the side of the road. Be sure to have a high viability (yellow) vest quickly accessible because you don't want to be a victim when helping a fellow traveler that is in distress along the highway. 20 years ago, I thought it was a scam when I worked for a company that forced contractors to purchase these before they could step foot on our work sites. Now that I am older, these might be one of the best things to keep you safe when repairing a tire along the side of the road.

[@tylerhutchins4952]

Bought a pumpkin carving kit for my kids and the tiny saw they provided snapped almost immediately. Pulled out my pocket knife and carved 3 pumpkins no problem. Wasn't a life or death situation but it goes to show that a pocket knife/leatherman can solve a lot of problems.

[@signalpops]

It was probably a life or death situation in the kids point of view. You were the hero and saved the day. Good for you!!!

[@JimTom.]

or you couldve went and got a knife from the kitchen. i dont see the point in these silly multi tools or army knives

[@denisl2760]

@@JimTom. If you're hiking 20 miles you want as much weight savings as possible. Other than that just use the right tool for the job.

[@JimTom.]

@Noah G. True, but also the only decent ones worth having are upwards of $200 here. I guess its one of those manly things that are nice to have or a good gift idea, like a good wallet or bottle of whiskey, but aside from being nice, in my opinion anyway, they arent necessary or useful. Fast last words of course, but in my case my truck is full of tools anyway. I can certainly see the convenience of them, but its one of those things that if you know you have it, you are going to use it, you will rely on it because its always with you and you wont bother to bring anything proper with you, then wind up getting frustrated with the little half assed tools on the multi tool, rather than walking over to get the proper tool. i dont know, maybe my opinion will change one day

[@bloop6812]

You Sir are an Inspiration! "Never can have to many tools"! Can't tell you as a Former Law Enforcement Officer how many times I have used a "Slim Jim" to unlock citizens vehicles that who had locked their keys in the car. Can't do that these days , too much liability (might damage the lock system) or even the push bars on the Patrol Vehicle (might damage the number, tail lights etc on the citizens vehicle, again liability gets in the way of helping the stranded citizen. Different times now!

[@scottphillips4992]

Yes, yes, yes!!! I never thought I would sit and watch a video about everyday tools but, this guy is awesome.

[@watermain48]

Not many guys, at least not many that I watch, could pull of using recalcitrant in a sentence. Great video Scott, thanks for taking the time to post it.

[@maryannanderson7517]

I made a comment very similar to this. I mentioned that while I have seen the word recalcitrant many times when reading, this was the first time I had EVER heard anyone actually use it when they were talking. You and I were on the same wave length on this point...

[@jeffmazur8037]

Not to mention the VERY rare cats who can appreciate the use of and correctly spell recalcitrant but who manage to misspell "off" ;) (just pullin' your leg, bud, typos happen!)

[@steveia97]

I like my small pair of vice grips. Carry them at work in my plier's case, and they get used a lot. Simple, powerful, and useful.

[@JeremiahDLyman]

Growing up I was surrounded by craftsmen of many different trades and eventually became a chef. I have always collected tools from my family members who have passed away and held many different types of jobs learning the tricks of the construction trade. I greatly appreciate your videos as an elder and experienced craftsman. I will never stop learning as I breath air. Again thank you for your lessons and your time spent doing so. Cheers!!!

[@mbnall]

My leatherman wave+ has been the best value tool I’ve ever had. Saved me SO much time and money in a pinch. I’ve used it in ways I probably shouldn’t have, but it’s never let me down. 100% agree with you!

[@7mm08man]

Still using the same Leatherman Wave I got Christmas of '99 from the people I used to work for. Carry it every day and use it freuently. The nurse even let me use it to cut my daughter's umbilical cord when she was born.

[@TheBottegaChannel]

At one time when I was younger my dad had me along to help out with moving a buddy of his to his new house. They were in a hurry and forgot tie down cables in their haste to move boxes from one place to another. I solved my dad's friend's moving problem with 100 feet of cord housed in a quick deploy wrap ( made from slip knots) and tied everything with a quick release hitch held together with a stick. To this day, I still carry cordage for emergency usage in similar fasion around each of my many EDC canes.

[@totallyfrozen]

The Bottega Channel In my humble opinion, everybody should carry 3 things at all times. A multitool, some cordage, and a way to start fire.

[@danielguadian2716]

Sir...I salute you. You have outstanding information and most importantly you have a great heart. Thank you for your life lessons & thoughts....God Bless You!!!!

[@darktoranaga]

The one tool you should never be about without, your brain. Before trying to fix the problem, look at it carefully and think about it. Best advice I was ever given.

[@andygullion5182]

I love this man. Introduced me to the Burke bar. I own 7-8 now. They get things done. Lowe's keeps em hid . They are technically form wreckers.

[@williamdegnan4718]

On the toll road, after work, one day, I noticed a man standing by the flat right rear tire of his pickup truck. He had his spare out, but he seemed to be not making much progress. He had wisely pulled way over on the shoulder of the highway, but as the truck sat, his jack wouldn't give enough lift. I grabbed some 8"x8"x16" and 4"x4"x16" wood blocks I use for setting up my 5th wheel trailer, my bottle Jack and cross lug wrench and he was on his way in five minutes. We had to block and jack, crib the truck, then block and jack some more. Then reverse the process. We could have gotten by with his tools, but the blocks were mission critical. I used what I had. If I was starting over, I think I would cut a 4"x4"x8' post into 1-foot pieces. I think that would take care of anything I might run into.

[@teddahrable]

William Degnan the unfortunate demise of the steel bumper has led to the induction of more inferior lifting methods. We lost a bumper jack that could lift a car two feet in the air to now where the dang scissor jack barely gets it up high enough to clear the ground to get the wheel off. Bottle jacks, although better, still aren't the same animal when you need to lift a vehicle.

[@danfarrell8958]

I worked for a sheriff's dep't. in Wa. State many years ago when I encountered a girl in an open jeep at night in the middle of nowhere during the Winter. Somehow one of her fanbelts came off the pulley on her jeep. Upon inspection it appeared that the pulley's were slightly misaligned. With just a multitool and a lug wrench I managed to get her fanbelt back on it's pulleys and then followed her to the nearest town. Amazing what you can accomplish when you have to.

[@fastacker2]

"I managed to get her fanbelt back on it's pulleys and then followed her to the nearest town."... for some thank you sex. :) At least, that's the way I expected that sentence to end.

[@DadaIorian]

fastacker2 Sadly too many "men" have the same 'quid pro quo' attitude when helping others. I am thankful to have been taught not to expect anything in return when lending a hand; you'll derive significantly more satisfaction when you do good for no reason beyond enhancing the well-being of those you've served.

[@williamwinder3466]

@@DadaIorian I think fastacker2 was trying to be humorous.

[@Matasky2010]

And amazing how a girl ends up in the middle of nowhere in an open Jeep during winter lol...

[@vero0992]

@@fastacker2I'm glad the sentence didn't end that way, there'd be so much wrong with that situation :)

[@entersandman7360]

This channel is just awesome. The wisdom passed along is priceless.

[@Titantitan001]

I almost always have a painter multi tool in my back pocket when I’m traveling light to get something done quickly like painting, taping/mudding, flooring, etc. love that tool. I’ve probably went through at least 20 of them by now. The husky one is pretty sturdy and not a bad impromptu chisel.

[@id36651]

A vastly underated tool

[@joefrank7159]

Leatherman. Never leave home without it! Great video.

[@BillTheTractorMan]

I have had mine on my hip since I was 16, I don't leave the bedroom without it. My grandpa bought it for me, a very prized possession of mine.

[@jakel.1724]

Thanks!

[@TheBrokenLife]

Keep my Juice XE6 on my keychain, so I quite literally never leave home without it.

[@ChuckBeefOG]

I am more of a Gerber guy but i have a mini Leatherman in the truck.

[@bernhardkinsky3611]

Tools are my life, have tools that are from my great grandfather, used a leatherman to cut the battery cable in a car wreck ,fuel was pumping into the engine bay, had to wait for rescue team to get the young girl out of the wreck.

[@claytonvanwormer3065]

I have to tell you Mr. Wadsworth, I really appreciate what you've done here on your channel. I found you and your Channel just yesterday through a suggestion here on KZbin. The first video of yours I watched was your Ramp project you did for your mother. I've been struggling the last year or so with Work Productivity, and just over all work in general. I spent most of my teens working in construction doing general work. I've helped put sheet metal up on a new farming Combine housing barn in Ohio with my brother. I've done Manuel labor, framing, pour concrete, landscaping. For the longest of all of them I worked with friends laying tile flooring and showers. For the last 3 years I've moved from the south to Colorado and left Construction behind me. But Ill tell you, I've regretted it. About 4 months ago, my wife and I have decided that I am getting out of my current line of work. And moving back to do Tile work and I've been giddy with anticipation. Watching your videos especially the fore mentioned one about productivity, has helped to reaffirm my resolve to plug along with my current job until getting back into more meaningful work, for me personally. I just wanted to take this time to thank you. I cant wait see what pro tips and advice I can learn from all your years of experience in the next video. - Clayton

[@thereal_morxy49]

I always carry a foldable knife in my bag and a pack of band-aids in my wallet. The knife isn't used that much, but the band-aids have helped both me and plenty of my friends many times.

[@Big_AlMC]

Coming out the Army, they just gave me medical supplies all the time. One of my favorite was a whole pack of emergency medical supplies in neat pack for the IFAK. Always keep it in my Car tool Box.

[@jobandknock427]

A few years ago I was working on the refurbishment of a historic builnding (well, more of a rip out and rebuild) and needed some way to dismantle and remove an entire floor in this 1850s brick-built mill complex. By the way, it was about 30,000 square feet and the floor was mainly two or 3 layers of heavy first growth planking onto 8 x 3 joists, in turn onto 20 x 10in primary beams, So heavy work. I had my trusty 36in Hultafors wrecking bar and a Crescent forked decking bar, but I needed something a lot bigger and tougher if I wasn't to do myself a mischief. I then came across one of your videos where you mentioned and showed the Burke bars and I was sold on the idea. They are all but unknown here in the UK, but I managed to find a supplier and bought two different ones. They have been invaluable on several jobs now, and really speed up the process of dismantling heavy Victorian floor or roof structures. I even use then to remove sections of heritage wall panelling and door linings (with no or minimal damage) because they really can be used with precision and delicacy, especially for such large, heavy tools. Many thanks from one old timer (51 years and counting) on the other side of the pond

[@murraystewartj]

Scott, all good calls, but I think your number one choice should really have been the penultimate tool. You said, "The most universally available and applicable problems solver ... has without a doubt solved hundred of thousands of problems...." I think the ultimate tool is that big pile of mush holding our ears apart. The tool that (hopefully) gets smarter with every use and can adapt to strange and unforeseen circumstances, evaluate a situation and improvise by bringing the artifacts at hand to a successful conclusion. The things we hold in our hands are only as useful as our ability to see how they can be used. Loved this video, and the truly positive message at the end.

[@michaelanderson3063]

Before I retired (after 30 years) I was a building engineer. I was responsible for any building system up too 1M sq ft. that included landscape. Each day before I started I put on my multi-tool and flash light om my belt. I can not tell you how many times I did not have to go and run for a tool to fix a problem because of having these two items on my belt.

[@reptileguardian941]

Nice.

[@wefilmfood4033]

Everytime i watch your videos i learn so much and i feel like your the grand dad i never had sharing your life experiences. I enjoy them very much.

[@jethropebs]

I wish all of my teachers through life spoke the way this man does. He is very intelligent and engaging and it's quite obvious to me how much I learn when watching his videos. He has a wealth of knowledge pertaining to the topics on his channel and it's become one of my top 5 on youtube. Keep up the amazing presentations and thank you for being you! PS: from one CPAP user to another, the tape tip was brilliant!

[@nautilus1872]

Best thing to carry is knowledge it gets you out of trouble all the time and you can share it at no cost and best thing ever it weighs nothing.

[@sticknstonesbrkbones]

best comment yet and it because I know its true. improvising is a must have ability. etc

[@stephenarling1667]

Weighs nothing, can share it without cost, and it can not be stolen.

[@QuebecoisSti]

Not a Leatherman but I admit I love my Swiss multi-tool from Victorinox! It helped me in such different scenarios.

[@williamwinder3466]

Funny you should say that. The reason Leatherman exists is because the inverter was camping and he was using a Swiss army knife, but found he needed pliers to, so he invented the multi-tool.

[@hemanor58]

You are a very good public speaker. Gestures, eye contact, illustrations, use of questions, use of visual aids, etc. etc. Nice presentations!

[@mitchjohnson4714]

This guy is the dad the world needs.

[@baroneb5043]

I been in the game since I was 10 years old, started sweeping up my Dad sites in Summer... Im 54 now... listen to this man he knows whats what...!!!!!!

[@nicksshitbro]

Hey man, first of all, thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with the masses. I grew up knowing not much besides physical labor and construction and I can say without a doubt you know what you're talking about. I'm a 30 year old man who just gained a new hero. I also really want to buy a pair of suspenders now after watching so many of your videos haha. You're a genuinely good dude I appreciate your lessons.

[@BeADad2447]

I love my shovel! From digging holes, building stuff, planting flowers, growing food, and of course getting rid of problems! Love tools. This guy is an awesome tool! Lots of knowledge and a real gentleman!

[@JMnyJohns]

You are like no one else. Your comments and advice - general thoughts about life if you will - are priceless. I have shared many of your videos not because the receiver worked in the trades, but just because your messages have such powerful - and inspiring - utility. Thank you.

[@mrshoeguy2477]

Bic lighter. Can save your life when you need a fire, gives light, burns through string, melts plastic.

[@Slowhand871]

When one sentence is not enough...this guy saves the day.

[@benjaminbrewer2569]

I’m going to start giving away hammers as house warming gifts.

[@tombarclay5755]

THAT is a great idea!

[@freespirit5481]

My sister got a pink starter tool set (hammer, pliers, screwdrivers, ect.) when she moved into her house from a friend who had one, they both love them and use them alot!

[@fishhuntadventure]

A favorite thing I’ve done a number of times: Vaughn 16oz straight claw hammer with the octagonal handle as a gift. As long as someone doesn’t try to use the thing to pull rusty 20d’s or something it’s a great basic carpentry hammer and it’s sorta cool

[@maskandvaccinefreeandproud2110]

Now that’s a gift I can get behind. Great idea.

[@scottwhite9977]

That is an excellent suggestion!

[@brandondorion6409]

Best problem-solving tools are knowledgeable individuals like you sir that share their experiences. I am young and learn a lot from people like you. Thank you very much!

[@psidvicious]

I also used a rigging-axe for about a decade. Much more popular out west than in the east. Not the greatest for pulling nails but you can always just chop thru them. 🤜🤛

[@sean6077]

in the simplest terms, tools are force multipliers. they allow humans to do those things that they can't do with their own, bare hands.

[@faisal3398]

And as such could deal multiple times the force of a hand/fist which is deadly force

[@mukmarkes4151]

I allways carry a mini leatherman in my lighter pocket. It may be a toy tool in many regards, but it saved my day uncountable times. As allways, the best tool is the one you have with you.

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

As always, your life’s wisdom is worth listening to. My “saved the day” tool is a breaker bar - for when you’ve got to separate a nut & bolt that even an impact drill / gun won’t budge. Most any simple piece of pipe will work as a breaker bar, so long as its diameter is large enough to fit over the handle of the wrench that you’re using. My “go to” breaker bar is the upper piece of my two-piece floor jack handle. Often times I find it best to move the nut in the tightening direction - just a hair - then loosen it. It’s amazing the difference an extra 24” of leverage will make.