Adam Savage's Favorite Things of 2024!

[@tested]

Bernzomatic FirePoint Creator Tool: amzn.to/41qNtw7 DEWALT 20V Max XR Cordless Router: amzn.to/3OrqNEb Infinity Bond MMA 310: www.infinitybond.com/products/infinity-bond-mma-310-medium-set-methacrylate-adhesive SELSIL Plastic Welding MMA: amzn.to/499U6EE Bamboo Cotton Swabs 500 Count: amzn.to/3Z253mY KNIPEX Tools Wirestrippers: amzn.to/3V7nPIr WAGO Level Nuts wire connectors: amzn.to/498d8eJ Clay Red PRO PLA: www.matterhackers.com/store/l/pro-series-pla/sk/MP9RPWMP?aff=7553 (use code BESTDEALS and TESTED) BambuLab X1C: www.matterhackers.com/store/l/bambu-lab-x1-carbon-combo-3d-printer/sk/M80GDCL5?aff=7553 Brass lined pliers: amzn.to/4iaMMg7 Justrite safety cabinets: www.justrite.com/ Savage Industries Sortimo T-Boxx: adamsavage.com/collections/our-products/products/savage-industries-sortimo-t-boxx Disclaimer: Tested may earn a commission from purchases made via the links above.

[@theX24968Z]

I had got the ryobi palm/cordless router a few years ago and i will agree, adam, that it is a very useful tool, i've even found it useful for doing things i would have needed sharp chisels and a lot more time and effort for. its basically a portable mill i can get into tight spots and the bit wont constantly break like a rotary saw bit will.

[@glennac]

I love how Adam’s shop looks like an old neighborhood hardware store that you rarely see anymore in the era of Big Box home centers.

[@patricksanders858]

It's what he's always wanted!

[@paulvamos7319]

I love the message when he is looking for something in the sortmos, "Sortmos currently out of stock!"! 🤣

[@mm9773]

That’s what a workshop is supposed to look like. I know some people like it very clean and shiny, but they’re wrong.

[@Based_Lord_Humongous]

Those stores still exist, you just have to get out of the cities

[@TrevorHigginsDustysqueak]

My shop also has a little hardware store in the next room. For speed builds, it is a deal breaker to have everything in stock (and know where to find it.)

[@Fabian_C.]

There is a saying among German craftsmen: "You can tell good pliers apart the from the rest by the fact that they have "Knipex" written on them."

[@TheElrondo]

I have my Knipex pliers for 40 years and they still do the job. I never buy cheap tools again in my life, no headaches and you save money on the long run.

[@briansavage932]

All hail the Knipex Cobra and Pliers Wrench!

[@nontrashfire2]

​@TheElrondo If it's a weekend project that you wouldn't do again for a long time, you can go cheap. If you use it often, it saves money to buy quality.

[@jamesgwoodwork]

As a hand tool focused woodworker with a small shop, agree that cordless versions of basic tools (router, orbital sander, jigsaw) get way more use because of the convenience.

[@briansavage932]

My favorite “new to me” tools this year: *Mitotoyo 4” dial calipers. *Knipex 5” pliers wrench. * CJRB Pyrite Bowie pocket knife in ebony. * Wera Toolcheck Plus / Icon locking flex head ratchet and bit set. * Worksharp Precision adjust knife sharpener. * Toughbuilt Stacktech tool storage and organizers. * Vanquest FTIM 6x9 EDC organizer.

[@kurtcranford7158]

I got those calipers and Knipex this year also.

[@Bassquake76]

0:41 Missed opportunity to say "Propane and propane based accessories".

[@paulvamos7319]

Ok Mr. Hill, that'll be enough out of you! 🤣

[@allieversaid]

There's only one man i trust to sell me propane and propane accessories

[@ZippoVarga]

Happy Thanksgiving Savage Family!

[@joshwarrell]

Adam, try printing with 99 walls as opposed to 100% infill, you will get better strength as an output.

[@joshuagerber4487]

I do a good bit of work on my own vehicles, lawn mowers, snow blower, etc. The best new tool I have gifted to myself recently was a set of different sized extended length hose grip pliers. They make it so much easier to reach in places, get a grip on a rubber or braided metal hose and work it on or off of it’s fitting. I got them at Harbor Freight (I know, real mechanics don’t use tools from HF) with a coupon for less than $9 for the pack of three sizes. They seem to be holding up pretty well and I have definitely gotten my moneys worth out of them already. Thanks Adam, I love the channel and keep up the amazing work!

[@briansavage932]

Plenty of real mechanics use HF tools, they're just overshadowed by the people who are fanatical about Snap-On. I love half a mile from a HF and their Quinn and Icon tools are fantastic.

[@NavinJ8]

My favorite product of the year (though released in 2023) was the Zebralight SC65c HI. For an 18650 flashlight it is *tiny* and disappears in my back pocket. It has a lovely beam with high color rendering and a good mix of flood and throw, and an extremely low moonlight mode-very useful for checking on my 8-month-old.

[@theabrandt6177]

0:42 Propane and propane accessories Also love to see wago connectors! They're so useful.

[@DenysSene]

I love the 2 wire linear wagos for things that require regular maintenance, like changing the ceiling fan capacitors

[@cherryfruit5492]

That shirt perfectly matches Adams hair. Sharp fit

[@stevenhintz5508]

One tool I recently bought was a Wen 1/2 x18” band file. It was like $35 and I use it all the time. I bought some good ceramic belts for it and it works great for all kinds of stuff

[@moldyzucchinis3251]

I have the ryobi one, it is one of my favorite tools and has gotten me out of several binds

[@unionse7en]

2 part glues are nice, BC they usually have longer storage life once opened... if you need their very best properties use them fresh... but usually its fine to use very old 2 part glues

[@DenisRyan]

Woo hoo! I love this series every year!! Always fascinating and fun!

[@birdseyeview1543]

We have all the same shit, except the brass jaw pliers, I made my own, teflon too. Cheers!

[@BatRocker]

I took your advice on the Smoke Genie last year and it has been an indispensable cosplay tool!

[@Warshipmodelsunderway]

My new favorite tool is a Phrozen Sonic Sabre Cutter, an ultrasonic knife that I'm using to remove supports from 3D resin prints. It just glides through the little nubbins and puts much less stress on delicate parts. I was on the fence, as it isn't cheap, but was an early Black Friday special from Amazon.

[@NonEuclideanTacoCannon]

Man I hate glue too. I only need CA glue or stronger like every 2 or 3 months. By the time I need it again, the bottle or tube is mostly hard and I have to destructively open it to get the last bit. One time I found a retail case of these tiny single application Krazy Glue tubes at a liquidator for $5. Seemed like a great idea at the time. How could it go bad if it isn't open? Well let me tell you, that stuff will harden all by itself eventually. They all went bad before I got halfway through the box. Think I at least got my $5 worth though.

[@iblackfeathers]

the flammable cabinet looks like a worthwhile investment. they have something similar for lithium ion batteries for e-mobility devices like ebikes, electric scooters, drones, power tools, etc. some mom and pop scooter shops that service their products have a dedicated room surrounded in brick and have fire rated equipment and house batteries in anti flammable cabinets. it’s a rabbit hole into fire safety. i use a battery bag and store that in a giant ammo box for added safety. it’s portable which benefits in no commitment to a specific space.

[@3nertia]

My fpv lipos get stored in the lipo "fireproof" bags but I also have a metal tub with handles on the side that I'm putting sand in just in case there's a fire >_>

[@hanslain9729]

I'm grateful this Thanksgiving that Adam shares his time with us. It's made a positive and happy impact on my life. And I have a ruler tattoo to boot! My only tattoo... a functional upgrade. 😊

[@clbcl5]

I first used the Infinity Bond MMA 310 type glue over 20 years ago when 3M came out with it. In plastic fabrication it "glued" together non-glueable plastic like P.P. and P.E. The glue joint was stronger than the material. They would/could not tell me how it bonded. I believed from hints it was molecular level bond.

[@philsburydoboy]

Cordless routers are fantastic for door blanks and coping moulding.

[@BallisticTech]

Automatic wire strippers, wagos, torch (helps with cleaning up printed parts). Adam and Norm need to build a Voron!

[@koijoijoe]

Dude i was so excited when i learned about that style of wire strippers, and then so bummed when they didnt work well for small wires! Now im excited again woooo!

[@SomeGuysGarage]

Get the Knipex pliers wrench soft jaw covers! Dewalt the DCF601 screwdriver is just the kindest gentlest little driving tool, it's been around for a while, but those who know, know Also Dewalt, have you tried the bandfile yet?

[@doublepenn5732]

I love routers, I had 7; now I have 8. Four of them have dedicated setups,it saves time in setup and adjustments. I picked a small corded similar to the one you showcased, I love it. I need a dedicated setup for my grandpa's old rockwell, I haven't used it since.... First time I'm my life I feel like I have too many routers....

[@paulvamos7319]

Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for sharing! The table top torch was awesome! 😊

[@mrhallangen]

I did not expect that Adam wasnt already using Wago!

[@BobHannent]

He's probably started a war with the nut purists.

[@JhonnyRockstar1]

It is wild to me! I began my career as an electrician in Norway in 2009, and the twist-nuts were already considered obsolete by then.

[@flyingardilla143]

I hate high-torque routers too. I've been meaning to get a cordless version for a while.

[@ScottHebertArt]

bruh. I thought the company was named was BEN-za-matic this whole time. bernz makes much more sense 😅

[@briansavage932]

Same. Its like the Berenstain bears all over again!

[@SteveLuzzo]

Brass jaw pliers, Mazbot parallel jaw pliers. You're welcome

[@ramenbob4242]

get a battery powered grinder it open up things and feels safer as you said about the battery powered router...

[@Warshipmodelsunderway]

BTW, California is banning non-refillable propane cylinders in 2028, so stock up on those cylinders for the Benzomatic torch. While there will be refillable substitutes for propane, not sure about MAPP gas (which isn't really MAPP anymore) , and likely the reusable cylinders will not fit into the holder.

[@DIGGER19860]

i have a pair of irwin wire strippers igot at sears decades ago. they are awesome i use them regularly they save so much time. adam do you have a zip gun? they tighten and flush cut zip ties. they tighten to adjustable setting. very nice.

[@wayward-saint]

As an American living in Europe, I just kinda assumed the US had more advanced building materials for electrics, plumbing, etc. How wrong I was. Here the plumbing has moved to push fit with quality rubber gaskets - so much easier for installation and repair with no sacrifice on durability or longevity. Wagos for electrical wiring are ridiculously superior to wire nuts. Stuff here is like building with LEGO. Of course, it costs a little more. Americas main priority is cheap costs, not longevity, safety, etc.

[@moldyzucchinis3251]

people here are screaming the same thing, but america is the land of the almighty dollar even if it ends us all

[@junkjouster]

routers are the shit adam. What other tool allows you to cut in any direction at any point in time.

[@joegibes]

It's like a Bridgeport that you can hold! 😂 Also gotta recommend some quality bits - those straight flute bits included in cheap kits aren't the best. Whiteside router bits aren't that expensive, and they offer a TON of options!

[@mikefochtman7164]

I too have a love of good wiring tools. I'd add that wire ferrules with good ferrule crimpers is another must have. If you work with 18 AWG or smaller, putting a ferrule on the wire before inserting it into whatever is a game changer.

[@darkindy]

My favorite tool has been an ultrasonic cleaner and jars. The jars is the crucial bit. Put the solvent in a jar with a lid, put the jar in the ultrasonic cleaner, and fill the cleaner with a water bath. Now I can switch between solvents without worrying about mixing issues. I found that NASA had also had the same problem I had, and this was something they studied. Yes, you have to be careful of flammable solvents, but you have to debe careful regardless of how you use them. Game changer for me

[@jakesnelling8331]

Have a look at what the art restorers use for the q tips. They just use the same stick and just wind on new cotton when needed.

[@briansavage932]

A fellow Baumgartner restoration fan I presume?

[@andyc972]

Thanks Adam, if you like brass lined pliers check out the "Bernard" style parallel pliers with brass lined jaws, they often come with clip on plastic covers too !

[@bobbywong9392]

Happy Thanksgiving, Adam. Hope you have a good day.

[@jeffsaxton2051]

I keep meaning to point this out, but EMA / Plastruct must have at one time sold plans for those wood shelves. My old employer (now closed) was a professional model shop, and we inherited the entire shop set-up from Monsanto Chemical Company in 1988. Part of the haul we got were multiple wood shelves identical to those you got from ILM.

[@michaelappleseed1993]

Nice to see you still upload video’s

[@paulvamos7319]

I hope they keep doing it for another 30 years! 😍

[@Avboden]

I started using Wago somewhat recently, life changing.

[@The_Retro_Dungeon]

Do you have a favorite multi-tip screwdriver/nut driver? It's such a simple tool but finding a good one is not straightforward.

[@dennislaan8156]

Screwdriver, I have the LTT one and I love it..

[@ken.waters]

Use as many walls as possible Adam, that way you don't need to waste as much on your infill, even when you're printing it at 100%.

[@joegibes]

I was gonna recommend using slightly less than 100% infill (plus more walls), but I'm sure the modern nice printers like Bambulabs handle it better than before. But yeah, use like 6~8 walls plus 75% infill for NEARLY the same result, but faster and saves a bit of filament.

[@biggreeve5511]

This is a shocking reminder of how fast a year just went by.

[@andrewgurney6019]

And shocking he is doing it before November is out.

[@tested]

Right?!

[@SaiTorrKalFas]

Also yay for Wago wire connectors!

[@fallenshoesk8r]

The Wagos also allow you to test the voltage through a little test window. Very helpful

[@dustinlower6546]

100% agree with your thoughts on routers lol 😅 Terrifying and hate the cords

[@lauramaeda7214]

The term “spinning death part” piqued my interest. Especially since I am still sleepwalking through the morning.

[@daveoldfield7697]

As a joiner the dewalt cordless router is a god send

[@d.mushroomhunter3528]

I love this time of year and this kind of video. I have an idea I can't believe I've never seen Adam use. If someone reads this they need to get the information to him.... Tie wrap guns are one of the best unitaskers In my toolbox. As an electrician they come in hugely handy, they Tighten and trim tie wraps all-in-one pull of the handle.

[@makingtolearn]

I'll be curious to try the propane torch as a replacement for my cheapo standard propane torch in my home shop. For intricate soldering/brazing work I use a Hoke torch. I've been using the inexpensive Hoke for 26 years at my work and I can do everything from the most intricate soldering work imaginable all the way to welding platinum. I would love to introduce Adam to the Lampert PUK 6 micro welder I've been using- that's one tool that I think would totally blow his mind.

[@alarsen18]

Thanks for making my Xmas list for me ;)

[@MarceloSeravalli]

I got that torch its awesome yes!!!

[@jamesrowland2002]

audio so quiet on this one i cant hear it over the the background noise in my kitchen on max volume. Editor doesn't know how to normalise audio? Shocking for such a big channel attached to a major TV star.

[@jmg2023ie]

I Love how organised Adam is Everything in its own place and Easy to Reach is just so Fantastic and Amazing

[@Gunhed507]

Seeing Knipex and Wago = Like!!! 😅😅

[@eduardolimadacosta3507]

Muito bom!!!!

[@d.mushroomhunter3528]

PS watching the the raptor costume build was driving mean nuts thinking about tightening and trimming all the ziptues🤣🤓

[@SaiTorrKalFas]

Yay for Knipex wire strippers! And any other Knipex pliers for that matter.

[@ucitymetalhead]

I love going to home depot or even microcenter and finding some new tool.

[@briansavage932]

I am loving Adam’s “hardware store” in the cave. Its totally inspiring, almost overwhelmingly so! You're constantly surrounded by cool stuff to make something out of nothing!

[@rondavis3232]

I have the Ryobi cordless router. It's perfect

[@kazthehack]

Team Yellow! Represent!!

[@richardbrobeck2384]

Great Video !

[@Billskins4dayz]

map/pro is a mix mapp burns the hottest but hard to find

[@pileofstuff]

That filament colour reminds me of red oxide primer. I wonder if that's why it appeals to Adam's aesthetic?

[@DenysSene]

I would love to have tons of the sortimos, but it's expensive to bring to Brazil, so I'm constantly looking for local alternatives.

[@dwendel8512]

What incredible tools all very practical and useful the wire tools especially working with wire has never been enjoyable for me ease will definitely help the process

[@xPir8x]

Do you have a recommendation for durable Xacto knife blades? I've seen so many new versions around me (titanium coated, stainless, double honed, etc) and maybe I've just never seen them before, but it seems there are many new versions and often Xacto knife blades just so dull, so very quickly, and I'd like a bit more durability.

[@mostlyengineering5253]

Not exactly a tip for more durable Xacto Blades but what we do in the shop is using medical Blades (No. 10 / 10a / 11 etc. with a number 3 handle) the Blades a hold on realy secure, they are sharp as hell and you get 100 pieces for around 10 Euros were 10 Xacto Blades cost around 5 euros, at least here in Germany. So they may get as fast dull as the Xactos but its less of a finacial pain to replace them.

[@xPir8x]

That's certainly a solution, but I'm looking for quality to cut down on waste.

[@Jpetersson]

Did he just say "super-clutch tool" ? Say it isn´t so!!!! 🤣🤣

[@0xszander0]

You made a orange Dutch king's day celebration crown!

[@subliteral]

I should have guessed all of Adam's favorite things of the year could be found at the hardware store. Every single one.

[@shrekvt]

2024 tool of the year for me: using my 3D printer to print my own tools I designed to solve a particular one off issue.

[@eugeneputin1858]

Adam, can you specify the difference between lever and lever please.

[@SocksAndPuppets]

I definitely need to mail you a package with some of my favourite mechanical pencils.

[@roryoutdoors5431]

Spiffy shirt!

[@patricksanders858]

You missed the chance to say "propane and propane accessories "!

[@bookaufman9643]

It isn't at all but I'll tell you something that is at it a little bit of ease to my life. I was continually misplacing the black Amazon Fire remote amongst my black furniture and I was also dropping it on the floor when it suddenly dawned on that there must be some kind of product out there to protect the remote from landing on the floor and breaking which I've done a couple times. I went on to Amazon and I ended up getting a bright green fake rubber remote protector and I haven't misplaced it since. If anybody's interested in something like that I could just send them a route to the product.

[@winterlighthome]

Happy Les Nessman Turkey Drop Day!

[@tonyp6631]

I feel like I just guessed one of his Christmas gifts to one of his friends

[@Broccolium]

I thought the only refinery that produced real mapp gas shutdown, but the brand was already known so it was repurposed for a slightly hotter than propane gas, that is no were as hot as mapp gas was.

[@briandavies8351]

Is a bamboo printer better than a 3 d resin printer , I’m like norm a collected of 1:6 scale and I cannot insomnia it printing a 1/6 blaster or any miniature pieces as it’s filing t and you’ll not get the detail to many lines

[@LaurentMaitreK]

Not meaning to be a party pooper, but when Adam is going to leave us, the latest possible, I wouldn’t want to be the guy who’s got to sort it all out…

[@garychillingworth]

Adam, If you don't like routers you must love an angle grinder. Those things scare the hell out of me.

[@cmdraftbrn]

anything with a highspeed single point failure mode is terrifying.

[@j.r.millstone]

"Painting the dinosaur" sounds like a new idiom not unlike "jumping the shark".

[@joermnyc]

Wait, Mrs. Don’t Try This is now trying this?😅

[@ssaannttuu]

yes! we need an episode with both of you Adam!

[@rong1924]

"MAPP Gas" isn't MAPP gas anymore. It's basically just propane.

[@Obtuse94]

Did anyone catch what KZbin channel he mentioned during the brass lined pliers section?

[@briansavage932]

Chronova Engineering!

[@tomhorsley6566]

Why does the router apparently have tar smeared on the inside of the battery connector?

[@OldePhart]

Wearing a sleeved shirt . . . I knew there was something different here but could not put my finger on it till I noticed that.

[@Danielsaurus]

You call him Dr. Jones, doll! (…because it’s the shirt that Indiana Jones wears in the films, actually. I’m guessing in this case it’s from an old Indy cosplay of Adam’s?)

[@OldePhart]

@@Danielsaurus Ahhh, OK then, I will allow it. :)

[@MadSpacePig]

Never heard anyone call a WAGO a lever nut before, is that actually their proper name?

[@3nertia]

Everyone I've heard say 'WAGO' pronounces it "waygo" not "wahgo" xD

[@stevensko9153]

Reeeee Obi

[@nixhixx]

WOuld be awesom if influences stopped hyping Amazon.