𝐒𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐳𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝'𝐬 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫

Alois Diethelm is considered the last tree ladder maker in Switzerland
Alois Diethelm-Signer from Sattel has been producing tree ladders for fruit crops for 60 years. In 1966, he took over the business for the ladder maker Josef Nussbaumer in Sattel, from whom he learned the trade. He is considered the last of his guild. Together with one employee he used to make up to 300 ladders a year. Today he makes only 40 of them. This is partly due to the change in agriculture. Fruit cultivation has declined and in the past cherries used to grow mostly on high trunk trees. That is why his tree ladders, which can be up to twelve metres, are needed less and lesser.
To build his ladders Alois Diethelm uses entire poles from young spruce trunks. The rungs are made of hardwood. For the sake of better stability, the ladders are built conically. This conical construction leads to a lower centre of gravity, provides more safety and makes positioning the ladder to the tree easier. Fruit pickers particularly appreciate the unique handiness and durability of his tree ladders.
In the past, Alois Diethelm built together with an employee at least one ladder a day, and his two sons also helped. Twenty years ago, the demand steadily decreased. Today he does manufactures alone and his wife supports him. Alois Diethelm is retired and still does it because he enjoys it.
A film by Alain Hospenthal © Alain Hospenthal - filming, editing, sound and text.

[@scottphillips4992]

I am completely in awe of this man and his ladders. The fact that he started doing this right out of school and is still making them today is amazing. I wish I had one of his ladders and I only have two peach trees. Here's to you Alois and many ladders in the future.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for watching and for your kind comment. All the very best wishes to you and your loved ones, great health and happiness. Take good care of your peach trees.

[@bernharddeifel8087]

Ein wunderbarer Film, mit wunderbaren Menschen ! Vielen Dank .

[@AlainHospenthal]

Sehr geehrter Herr Deifel, herzlichen Dank für ihren freundlichen Kommentar, das freut uns sehr, allerbeste Wünsche Ihnen.

[@davem3789]

Very nice. A man who loves his work and a customer that appreciates his product. The world needs more of this.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind words. Highly appreciated. With the very best regards from Switzerland.

[@AsItHappensHere]

Man you hit the nail right ON the head with that one. With all the money chasing these days, people have lost touch with the fact that there is NO better, more solid ground on which to stand than taking pride in your work and the quality and consideration you provide to others.

[@AsItHappensHere]

@@noea135 Tan verdadero. Un muy buen equipo.

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@noea135 Muchas gracias por vernos y por su amable comentario. Nos alegramos mucho. Saludos cordiales desde Suiza.

[@louisegogel7973]

Sage ihnen bitte eine große Danke Vielmals von mir! Mein Sohn hat mir dieses Video gezeigt und ich freue mich sehr an alle die Kunst und Arbeit mit der Natur!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@AlainHospenthal]

Ich danke Ihnen herzlich für Ihre Rückmeldung. Das macht Freude. Mit den allerbesten Wünschen und Dank.

[@ОлегБ-ю8ъ]

Спасибо за прекрасное видео и за великолепное дело! Это дело очень важное - сохранение традиционного столярного мастерства! Хорошо видно, что в натуральное изделие мастер вкладывает не только своё умение и опыт, но делает это с любовью. Как мы говорим в России "душу вкладывает"! Спасибо! Здоровья и долгих лет жизни Вам и Вашим близким.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Уважаемый Олег, большое спасибо за просмотр и добрые слова. Мы были очень рады их получить. С наилучшими пожеланиями и добрым приветом в Россию из Швейцарии.

[@johnhostetler7492]

Why do I get the feeling this man and his wife could teach so many people today what's really important in life. I love the dedication not only to the craft but also towards each other. Makes me proud to know my Homestead is somewhere in the Swiss Countryside and sad I will probably never visit.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Dear Mr. Hostetler, many thanks for watching and your kind words. Indeed Mr. and Mrs. Diethelm are role models for us all. With our best wishes from Switzerland. We trust this finds you in good health and happiness.

[@union310]

You are not wrong

[@louisegogel7973]

@@AlainHospenthal❤❤❤

[@vernonbuell3943]

Wow! I'm 66 years old and went through an electrical apprenticeship when I was a young man. " Apprenticeship is the nucleus of craftsmanship " was the logo of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Your craft has been passed on for generations. Please don't let it die. Robots can't replace this. People working and building things with their own hands is what is missing in todays world. It gives us a sense of well being and accomplishment. God bless you both and may bod bless crafsmen.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Dear Mr. Buell, many thanks for sharing your story and for your heartfelt comment. We send our very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@josephlieberman3027]

Amen

[@brianwalker1933]

Agreed 100%. 👍👍

[@ericwaln2056]

Well said

[@Andrzej-js8cn]

@@AlainHospenthal ,

[@oaksho]

What an incredible Man and his wife. I love the fact he still makes these ladders. These skills will all be lost in another generation or two. More importantly it appears the pride in the craftsmanship is also disappearing. Thank you for making this video available for the world to watch.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for watching and your kind words. Highly appreciated. With the very best regards from Switzerland. Many many thanks.

[@williammaxwell1919]

".. in 1 or 2 gens"? When he passes, this skill will be lost, though because he has made this video, it may be "rediscovered" at some future date

[@johnpauly5524]

He does everything pretty much by sight and feel…roller plane just on one side of the bottom to the board

[@muskett4108]

I can't get over how light weight and confidence inspiring these ladders are. I've been up a few tall ladders in my time and these look superb. I just hope someone takes this skill up as a craft hobby because enough of the traditional skills have already been lost. We are all poorer for that. Gorgeous, all the best.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. These represent indeed a fabulous weight to stability performance. Nothing beats a naturally grown resource. With best wishes from Switzerland.

[@danger3_255]

@@AlainHospenthal I framed houses for many years in the states and then went on the other carpenter work later in life, I cannot tell you enouth how awesome these ladders would be to work with. Keep up the good work and best wishes from Iowa, Alain!

[@fabrigasan2150]

L’Insai ringrazia l’artigiano che ha smesso di produrle 😂👋🏻

[@charlesharrison3032]

Well done,what a great craft using natural product,thanks for bringing this video,and may the retirement be long,happy and healthy.

[@СтепанОріхівський]

Велика повага майстрові. Був у шоці, коли дізнався що висота драбини 12 метрів. Падіння навіть з метрової висоти може мати погані наслідки, тому велике значення мають найдрібніші деталі. Виріб при такій довжині легкий, міцний, зручний на відміну від алюмінієвого, які переважно звужені. Чи майстер захищає драбину від вологи і грибка?

[@ianbridge9287]

A beautiful and heartwarming story. Best wishes to Aloïs and his wife. May their ladder be long.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Many thanks for your kind words. They will be very pleased to read your wishes. With best regards from Switzerland.

[@radisadjuricic9823]

Its so sad that these type of people today don t have students to teach them this old crafts. This is something beautiful,hand made with love and heart,you can not get it today. This grandpa and grandma reminds me of my childhood and the time I watched my late granda and my grandma working also together,great memories for me,working on our farm in Serbia. Thank you for reminding me that life in some long time ago was much happyer,simpler and bether than we have today. This type of man and woman build this world,build us as persons and teaceh us what life is. All the best from Serbia.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you so much for your heartfelt comment. Alois and Maria are great examples amd their values touch us all. Thank you also for sharing your family story, we feel deeply touched. With kind regards from Switzerland to Serbia.

[@pamlico53]

If only schools would present this content in the classroom. So much in this video from which to teach and learn- true craftsmanship, genuine work ethic, pride in one’s work, team work, on and on and on.I wish for both husband and wife team continued health so as to be able to make ladders as long as they wish. Thank you for allowing me into your workshop .

[@AlainHospenthal]

We would indeed be very pleased to see our video in class rooms. Many thanks for watching and your valuable feedback. Our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@PiazzaWoodWorks]

You are a true living legend mate! Your ladders and craftsmanship are perfect! and as the world heads into disrepair, these ladders will always be apart of history. Thanks for sharing your story

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for your kind words. Let‘s hope things will turn out positive after all. Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@ЮрийКозлов-д9ю]

Лично делал из сосны длиной6000 мм по ГОСТам С.С.С.Р

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@ЮрийКозлов-д9ю Привет Юрий, спасибо за просмотр и ваше сообщение, я уверен, что в бывшем Советском Союзе еще есть производители лестниц, которые производят их как раньше. Очень интересно. Добрые пожелания из Швейцарии.

[@veryanoynimouse]

Fabulous craftsmanship. I sincerely hope that this video opens up an export market for Herr Diethelm and that his sons have to come back to help him meet the world demand. His ladders look like a perfect blend of art and craft. Who would have thought I'd watch a half hour video about making a wooden ladder.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind words and for your interest in this subject. Also we thank you for your wishes. With the very best regards from Switzerland.

[@carlmax46]

no craftsmanship involved here. not worth saving.

[@stefankaiser3354]

@@carlmax46 lol... you probably can't hammer a nail in the wall but think someone would care about your stupid comment 🤭

[@wolfganghollerweger3329]

His work enriches the world for sure more than your comment..

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@wolfganghollerweger3329 Many thanks Wolfgang. We send our very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@negruejschnuff2065]

Großartig das es noch solche Handwerker gibt.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank für ihre Rückmeldung. Das freut uns sehr.

[@insertaverygenericnamehere]

Nöd mehr lang

[@B14k3]

They don’t exist, he’s literally the last

[@СергейХроменков-и8ф]

Ручной труд, что может сравниться с этим! Низкий поклон вам за то, что храните традиции своих предков.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Уважаемый Сергей, большое спасибо за просмотр и за ваш добрый комментарий, мы очень рады, с наилучшими пожеланиями из Швейцарии.

[@hanric2000]

Wonderful story - loved how they arrived to work on bikes and not in two huge SUVs. These two people are in balance with the world they live in and makes a quality product of something fully natural 😊

[@AlainHospenthal]

Yes some talk, some live. The past generations where living way more sustainable and apparently also happier. We don‘t need all that stuff. It leads nowhere. Consumerism is the greatest plague this planet has ever faced. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@christophbrandweiner4813]

Einer der besten Filme die ich in den letzten Jahren gesehen habe. Mein Großvater geb. 1896 hat mit mir geb. 1958 eine ähnliche Leiter gebaut. Christoph

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank Herr Brandweiner. Haben Sie die Leiter ihres Grossvaters noch? Ich grüsse Sie und wünsche Ihnen das allerbeste. Gute Gesundheit und weiterhin viel Freude.

[@garagewizzard]

Thank you for documenting such delightful craftmanship!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind comment. Highly appreciated.

[@terrydouglas2777]

I'm in the USA, what a awesome video. The man builds the ladder and shows each step how he does it, an I really love to see the old tools he used to build it. Take for example the ladder rung squeezer or setter, what a great idea the person had when they built that tool. Then at the end showing the cherry farmer using the tree ladder the guy built for him that day. I'm 54 now and as a young man I remember using wooden ladders everyday but not built that way, ones I used were heavy because they had steel support bars at each rung. But this video was a real treat for me this morning to get to watch it all. Thank you so much for making this video and sharing it with the world. Now it can be watched anytime by anyone.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you Terry. We are happy you enjoyed this film. Highly appreciated. We trust this finds you in great health amd happiness. God bless.

[@Tearstank]

I envy this guy, he creates something and loves doing it. I sit in an office and go under from stress, I can see that his way is way better and gives him peace and calm

[@AlainHospenthal]

You will find what is right for you. The office is probably what provides income but not satisfaction. Try reducing income, reducing living standard, increase happiness and time for you. With our very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@savage22bolt32]

Been there. I'm glad I invested while working, now retired. The office life wore me down to a lump after poop.. Now I can pick fruit or make ladders. Currently, Building a stone patio. Edit: and watching too much ytube.

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@savage22bolt32 Thank you for sharing. We are glad you found your healthy occupation. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@savage22bolt32]

@@AlainHospenthal love you dairy too ❤ Wish I could visit on my motorcycle and ride some of those mountain passes!

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@savage22bolt32 I would be most happy to tour with you when you come over. I might even have a motorcycle for you.

[@andreafleig7660]

Mein Vater benutzte auch immer eine Holzleiter! Ich habe mir noch nie Gedanken über das dazugehörige Handwerk gemacht. Vielen Dank für die Einblicke. Toller Film ! 👍🥰

[@AlainHospenthal]

Danke für Ihre freundliche Rückmeldung. Herzliche Grüsse aus Goldau.

[@esselstan]

It is so nice to see husband and wife working so happily. The love he puts into each ladder is admirable. This real talent and skill is what must be preserved. ASMR video. God bless you and your wife Alois. Any vacancies for interns??

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hello Leslie, thank you for watching and your kind comment. It‘s interesting you mention ASMR, as this has been inspiring me for years. We trust this finds you in great health and happiness. With our very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@SixOhFive]

He didn't say no!

[@АянСуртай]

Вы с со своей супругой молодцы. У Вас прекрасное хобби. Не останавливайтесь, движение жизнь. Вам желаю здоровья, благополучия не болейте и чтобы Ваши лестницы пользовались спросом.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Спасибо за ваше доброе замечание. Также наши наилучшие пожелания вам.

[@FlowerPowerOnTour]

Wunderschön solch ein Handwerk. Danke für das Zeigen. Möge Alois und seine Frau noch lange gesund und munter leben. ❣

[@AlainHospenthal]

Danke herzliche und liebe Grüsse.

[@PharaoRamsesII]

Super Sache. Spreche zwar nicht Schweizerdeutsch, aber hab alles verstanden (bin aus Ö). Alois spricht sehr klar und deutlich und erklärt den Prozess super! Wir haben auch noch alte Baumleitern zu Hause, die mit Sicherheit über 60 Jahre alt sind. Die brauchen wir aber nicht mehr, da unser Kirschenbaum leider gefällt werden musste. Tolle Dokumentation über einen vergessenen Beruf!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzliche Grüsse nach Österreich und danke für Ihren freundlichen Kommentar. Wir hoffen ihr Kirschbaum findet eine schöne Wiederverwendung als Möbel oder geschätzter Parketboden.

[@thiloreh3195]

Respekt an die Beiden rüstigen Rentner, das ist Handwerkskunst in Vollendung!! Schade das diese Kunst bald Geschichte ist und heute niemand mehr davon leben kann 😔😔. So eine Leiter hätte ich auch gerne!! Liebe Grüße in die Schweiz 🙂🙌

[@AlainHospenthal]

Guten Tag Herr Reh, besten für ihre freundliche Rückmeldung. Gerne leite ich das so weiter. Wenn Sie mal in die Schweiz kommen, können Sie sich vorgängig eine machen lassen. Herr Diethelm macht von 10 Sprossen aufwärts so ziemlich alle Grössen und dies zu erschwinglichen Preise. Auch Ihnen liebe Grüsse und DANK.

[@thiloreh3195]

@@AlainHospenthal Guten Tag Herr Hospenthal, vielen Dank für Ihre herzliche Antwort! Gerne würde ich solch eine Leiter mein Eigen nennen, ich wäre sogar außerordentlich Stolz darauf. Ich habe einen Freund in der Schweiz er wohnt in Bubikon, ich weiß nicht wie weit das entfernt ist aber vielleicht lässt sich das ja irgendwie realisieren. Liebe Grüße über die Berge ⛰️🏔️, Thilo 🦌🌳

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@thiloreh3195 Hallo Herr Reh, Bubikon ist nur 45 Minuten von hier entfernt. Ihr Freund könnte die Leiter allenfalls für Sie abholen und bar bezahlen? Sie könnten sie Leiter über die Webseite von Herrn Diethelm bestellen. Ich grüsse Sie.

[@retiredarchitect3462]

Amazing ladders! The process would be equally amazing if my forty-year-old son were making them, but this is a 78-year-old retiree who bikes to work!!! Absolutely fabulous Alois!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for your great comment. Very best wishes.

[@marliseschurtenberger4506]

Ganz schönes Handwerk. Vor ca. 75 Jahren kletterte ich auf ähnlichen Leitern auf Bäume hoch. Diese Arbeit wird von einem geübten, harmonischen Paar ausgeübt. Gut gelungenes Video, macht Freude.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank Frau Schurtenberger. Ihr Kommentar macht Freude. Mit freundlichen Grüsse, Alain Hospenthal

[@howierfs5471]

Ich wünsche dem Alois und seiner Frau noch weiterhin viel Spaß und Freude an ihrer Handwerkskunst.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank und freundliche Grüsse.

[@graphics80]

Hey @Alain Hospenthal absolutes Kompliment für diese hammer "mini" Doku. Schön eine perfekte Schweizer-Edition der Serie "Der letzte seines Standes" zu sehen. Weiter so!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Dank Dir vielmals. Das macht Freude. Herzliche Grüsse.

[@marciocostanascimento7838]

Félicitations monsieur et madame Diethelm pour le beau travail. Ce savoir-faire et cette volonté de travailler sont des exemples pour tous les jeunes.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Nous vous remercions de votre aimable message. Merci d'avoir regardé, cela nous fait beaucoup de plaisir. Avec nos meilleures salutations de Suisse centrale.

[@schoeneggbahn]

Supercool! Sehr professionel! Herzlichen Dank für diesen Film, liebe Grüsse

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank!

[@Scatterlingofafrica1]

Greetings from Scotland! What an incredible craftsman at work....making old style beautiful pieces so skilfully. All the best to Alois and his missus.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Our very best wishes to Scotland. Thank you for watching and your kind words.

[@ibbobo5162]

a wonderful traditional product - elegant and useful - best wishes from your friends in England...

[@AlainHospenthal]

Many thanks for your kind message. Highly appreciated. We are indeed very happy to have a friend in beautiful England. Also with the very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@graemewhite5029]

I used to watch my Dad making wooden 5 bar gates from larch. All mortise and tennon joints done with a hand bit and brace ( before the invention of cordless tools !) and every joint pegged with a wooden dowel. They were "rainy day" jobs and I used to love eavesdropping on the "adult" conversation between him and his two colleagues !

[@AlainHospenthal]

Dear Mr. White, thank you for sharing your story. Sounds like there was still room for socializing at work 😀. Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@CHICOB4261]

I am thankful for your sharing of this very great work of your life! God bless you sir and your lovely wife!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind words. This makes us very happy indeed. With the best regards from Switzerland.

[@opticusmaximus]

Was für eine tolle und leider selten gewordene Handwerkskunst. Kompliment an die die zwei rüstigen Handwerker,aber auch an die Macher des toll gemachten Films. Liebe Grüße in die Schweiz. 😀👍

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank fürs ihre lieben Worte und fürs Zuschauen. Das freut uns sehr. Wir grüssen Sie und wünschen eine wunderbare Woche.

[@henkvanzuylen]

I’ve watched this video with great pleasure, what a craftsman an craftswife. Beautiful!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hello Mr. van Zuylen, many thanks for your kind feedback. With best regards from Switzerland.

[@raabser1]

Super Arbeit von guten Menschen - schön !!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Danke herzlich und allerbeste Wünsche.

[@sarge3469]

My wife and I go because our son and his family live in Basel. It is the most Beautiful country and the people are just so wonderful. Thank you for sharing Robert Koenig

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for sharing about your upcoming visit to Basel. Mr. Diethelm also delivers his ladder to the Basel areau (Basel-Land), since there are also many cherry trees there. Kind regards and best wishes.

[@yves-alexandregrimard4593]

From Québec in Canada. We love to see those kind of wood ladder when we go at the apples orchard. So a big Thx for your life long dedication and a heart felt video.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experiences with wooden ladders. With best regards to Canada from Switzerland.

[@robertordewald8678]

Thank you sir. It is always a pleasure too watch an expert at work. It makes me smile to see how well you and your wife work together and that you've done it so long that there is little that needs to be said. That is a wonderful thing in my opinion. It's nice to have a "Hobby" and it's even nicer that that hobby can produce a little extra money. it can help those around you with a quality tool that will last a possibly will last a long time. It is a legacy that will survive and that is something to be proud of. Thank you for the video and thank you for your time, Best Regards, Bob from Virginia USA

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hello Bob, many thanks for watching and for your kind words. Nothing beats a good team and enjoying and occupation that brings reason into our lives. With the very best regards from Switzerland to Viriginia. We trust this finds you in great health and happiness.

[@horaciovillegasarango3278]

Muchas gracias por el video. Maravilloso y novedoso. Las escaleras muy hermosas pero más hermoso es ese matrimonio trabajando juntos! Felicidades a Alois y María.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Gracias por su comentario. Muchas gracias por su simpatia, saludos cordiales desde Suiza.

[@LitoGeorge]

Very enjoyable to watch. Much prefer the wooden ladders myself - and to realise a 40 year lifespan is just incredible. Get two as a gift when you're born and you're essentially set for life. One sits in storage until the other is required. Beautiful

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind feedback. These ladders indeed last a long time and propably represent the best option when it comes to sustainability With kind regards from Switzerland.

[@refusedone]

Beautiful film, thank you

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank YOU for your kind words. We are very happy indeed. With best regards from Switzerland.

[@АрифРузикулов]

Ас"Саламу-алейкум с солнечного и дружеского Таджикистана! Спасибо за отличный фильм. Мы должны дорожить такими людьми. Настоящие мастера своего дела! Я наблюдал за этим с широкой улыбкой. Дай бог вам здоровье и долгих лет жизни не болейте.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Спасибо, Ариф, за просмотр и ваш добрый комментарий. Это действительно делает нас очень счастливыми. С наилучшими пожеланиями из Швейцарии в Таджикистан.

[@АрифРузикулов]

Огромное уважение и блогадарность мистер Хоспенталь. Будем ждать от вас новых фильмов, желаю вам дальнейшего процветания, успехов в вашем дела! Жду вас в гости в Таджикистане!

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@АрифРузикулов Большое спасибо за ваши поздравления. Вы знаете, что я путешествовал по Таджикистану на мотоцикле в 2016 году. Ваша страна очень интересная, с очень добрыми людьми. Я с большим уважением отношусь к вашей разнообразной культуре. Надеюсь когда-нибудь вернуться. С уважением.

[@gabrielubiria85]

Que lindo es ver trabajar a este señor que tiene tanto oficio,experiencia,y su señora que le ayuda.Buenisimo

[@AlainHospenthal]

Gracias Gabriel por tu amable y alentador mensaje. Te enviamos nuestros mejores deseos y gracias por ver el video.

[@Gaston-fh5ow]

Grossartigs Thema; grossartiger Film!

[@compilecodebug6430]

Absolutely amazing! Much respect for you and what you do. And respect to your wife as well, she is amazing too!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for watching. Very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@hungertuech]

Grüezi Herr Hospenthal, sie haben wunderbare Arbeit geleistet. Der Kurzfilm wirk ruhig, ist sehr informativ und die Bilder sind schön und ansprechend. Herzliche Gratulation

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank für ihr freundliche Rückmeldung. Das macht Freude und motiviert für weitere Projekte. Ich grüsse Sie und wüüschä trotz Rägä en wunderbari Wuchä.

[@JuergenDueplois]

Großartige sehr schöne Arbeit. Möge Gott dich und deine Frau schützen

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank und freundliche Grüsse

[@nicholasnews5983]

Amazing job old man I'm watching this from south africa 🇿🇦 I wish I was there helping and learning because I love to learn from wise old man,good job living legend

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hello Mr. News, many thanks for your kind comment. I am sure Mr. Diethelm never had a helping hand from South Africa amd that he would find the idea thrilling. Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@tomconnolly7420]

Switzerland is my favourite country to visit. I love that there is still that integrity in handmade quality products. Thank you for sharing this craft ❤❤❤

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hi Tom, thank you for your sympathy. You are welcome. Very best wishes.

[@slawa3160]

Крепкий дедушка, также как его лесница😊

[@AlainHospenthal]

Действительно законное сравнение 😀. С наилучшими пожеланиями из Швейцарии и спасибо за проявленный интерес.

[@СергейВасин-п7ю]

Да, они настолько симпатичны со своей лёгкой на подъем бабушкой. Посмотрел с удовольствием. Будьте здоровы!

[@samadalmelkar7393]

❤❤❤ Old man you did a hell of a good job. And thanks to your wife who helped you. It's a pity old crafts are replaced by modern machinery. The cherry plantation was the bonus for the eyes.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you Samad for watching and your kind comment. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@pablpalma1674]

Que maravilloso país, con una cultura y amor por la naturaleza admirable, gente increíble que entiende el valor de lo hecho a mano y el uso de los materiales nobles en equilibrio entre la economía y la sustentabilidad, gran equipo este señor y su esposa. Un afectuoso saludo desde el fin del mundo, chile

[@AlainHospenthal]

Gracias por su amable comentario y sus amables palabras al describir Suiza y sus gentes. Reciba un cordial saludo de Suiça para Chile.

[@pablpalma1674]

@@AlainHospenthal Sólo lo mejor es suficiente, me hace sentido su frase y es lo que cómo humanidad debiéramos buscar, un saludo fraterno

[@rowanchong7225]

No one to pass your art on. Your craftsmanship will be gone forever. God Bless you and your wife.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you Mr. Chong for watching and your kind word. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@hpr7880]

Great craftsmanship and magic story. I hope this unique skill will continue for years to come. Best wishes to you both from "down under"

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind comment. Highly appreciated. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@herbstjohann6057]

Einfach wunderbar deine arbeiten, sehr schöne Leitern, die ihr im hohen Alter noch fertigt, tut ab vor eurer Arbeit LG.herbst johann

[@AlainHospenthal]

Sehr geehrter Herr Herbst, herzlichen Dank für ihre freundliche Rückmeldung. Wir grüssen Sie aus der Zentralschweiz und wünschen bereits jetzt ein schönes Wochenende.

[@gromeca1]

Absolutely beautiful craftsmanship. Amazing to watch and the gentleman and his wife’s skills.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind word. With best wishes from Switzerland.

[@For891]

I aspire to be like this man. What an amazing life he has carved out for himself.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Truly a way to look at it. Mr. Diethelm is a modest man and all he every tried to do is fulfill his duty and be kind to everybody. He succeeded. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@Patriottoo2]

Absolutely, loved this production. Being a tool guy, I appreciate the mix of old tools with new. It's fascinating how a skinny tree can be turned into a needed orchard tool, used to reap a cherry harvest. Cherry cider is the best! All the best from Montana to Alois and his wife.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for your kind comment. Yes, these ladders are unique as they really make use of the original strength of the tree, as it grew, providing the same to a new purpose, carrying a similar amount of weight. Our very best wishes and many thanks for watching.

[@TRUCKTUBEGAME]

Unfortunately I can't come to Switzerland, but it's my favorite country! I enjoy watching videos related to this country and how people work there! They are hardworking! And if all families were so friendly, the world would be kinder! Thank you! By the way, I spied on your compression device.))

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hello there, thank you for your kind words. We are happy to read that you are fond of Swiss culture. Hoping you will enjoy our other videos and what is planned in the future. Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@Rush47.]

You cant ?

[@TRUCKTUBEGAME]

@@Rush47. Yes, I can’t, because it’s expensive for me.)

[@Rush47.]

@@TRUCKTUBEGAME go work

[@TRUCKTUBEGAME]

@@Rush47. very funny...

[@greenstair]

What a beautiful and uplifting film. A well-crafted, high quality, practical product supplying an appreciative customer able to recognise the benefits. I wish that the world contained more of this: less centred around the minimum possible cost and more on the quality. Thank you for the video.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for watching and for your kind message. Indeed the world could use some modesty and honest striving for long lasting products made of naturally regrowing resources. With the best regards from Switzerland.

[@robertmichael1797]

One of the best craftsmanship on KZbin

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much indeed Sir.

[@maxrguez8290]

Felicidades, excelente trabajo 👍. Señor usted es un ejemplo.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Estimado Max, muchas gracias por su interés. Saludos cordiales desde Suiza.

[@miklosroth1560]

Alain, congratulations this is the best video on KZbin by far, forget all the commercial TV which I never watch!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you so very much. I am really flattered. I trust this finds you in great health and happiness. God bless.

[@anselmolongo3250]

Que DEUS lhe de muita saúde meu amigo. Parabéns pelo belo trabalho que ficou sua escada.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Agradecimentos sinceros. Desejamos-lhe também as maiores felicidades. Com os melhores cumprimentos da Suíça.

[@Rsama60]

Wunderbare Tradition und Handwerk. Trotzdem geht der Mann mit der Zeit, er hat eine Webseite. 👍

[@AlainHospenthal]

Das ist richtig 😀. Herzliche Grüsse und danke für's Schauen.

[@walterthater6338]

Hier in der Fränkischen Schweiz wurden bis zur Erfindung der Aluleitern auch Holzleitern verwendet. Mein Vater war einer der letzten Leiternmacher. Er hat wirklich alles in Handarbeit gemacht, es waren einzigartige Kunstwerke. Respekt und Anerkennung für das Werk dieses Mannes.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Sehr geehrter Herr Thäter, besten Dank für das Teilen ihrer Geschichte. Sie haben wirklich einen sehr direkten Bezug zum Thema. Ihre Rückmeldung hat uns sehr gefreut. Mit freundlichen Grüssen sus der Zentralschweiz.

[@lindareu6137]

Ein paar km südlich der Fränkischen Schweiz: Hab vor kurzem eine alte Winde (Zahnstange und Kurbel) aus einer ehem. Wagnerei gerettet. Die Enden sind rund gebogen. Erst wußte ich nicht, wofür die Winde verwendet wurde. Dank Internet hab ich aber recht schnell rausgefunden, daß solche Winden zum Leiterbau genommen wurden. In unserer Gegend hatte man neben Obstleitern auch Hopfenleitern. Die haben hinten eine dritte Stange zum Ausklappen - so daß die Leiter alleine stehen kann. Die beiden Stangen, rechts und links der Sprossen, sind stark gebogen, so daß die Leiter unten sehr breit wird um zu verhindern, daß sie zur Seite umfällt. Ich vermute, die Winde war nötig um die Biegung hinzubekommen. Da hätte ein Exzenterhebel, wie im Film gezeigt, nicht gereicht. Vielen Dank für den Film! Ich hab mich immer gefragt, wie die Stangen hergestellt wurden. Der Film hat mir die Fragen jetzt beantwortet. Wenn ich mal dazu komme, werde ich mir ein paar fränkische Leitern bauen. Alte Muster sind noch da.

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@lindareu6137 Das freut mich sehr, dass der Film Sie zum Bau eigener Leitern inspiriert. Das mit der Winde war mir nicht bekannt, macht aber durchaus Sinn zum kontinierlichen Biegen über einen längeren Zeitraum. Herzlichen Dank und freundliche Grüsse.

[@lindareu6137]

@@AlainHospenthal Können Sie mir sagen, warum runde UND eckige Sprossen verwendet werden? Hier in Franken ist das bei Obstleitern auch so. Meine Hopfenleitern haben nur eckige Sprossen.

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@lindareu6137 Grüezi Frau Reu, es wird im Film kurz erwähnt. Die eckigen Rippen bestimmen insbesondere die Breite, da diese entsprechend zugeschnitten sind. Auch werden diese am Schluss vernagelt. Die Runden Sprossen verfügen zwar auch über einen Absatz, würden aber mit der Zeit tiefer in die Holmen eindringen, bzw. sich ohne die vernagelten Rippen mit der Zeit herausarbeiten. Mit den besten Grüssen aus der Schweiz.

[@robertandre9680]

Beautiful. The most heartwarming you tube video i have seen. Im also retired, a woodworker, in the U.S., of German descent. You and your wife are special. May your life be long. Bob

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for your kind words Bob. Very best wishes - herzlich alles Gute.

[@longlowdog]

This film affected me on many levels. Craftsmanship, marital harmony, community and so much more. I often fear the world is becoming drab, uniform and grey but this reassures me that there are still nice people and places where a simpler, more honest and wholesome way of life still exists.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Many thanks for your kind reply. Your lines mean a lot us us and we think many people feel the same. We send you our very best wishes from Switzerland.

[@poelmeister]

His wife coming down to help him is just the cutest thing ever. Also, it was a great video to test my understanding of Schweizerdeutsch. :)

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for watching and your kind reply. We trust you understood some schwyzerdütsch? With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@pebrito]

Lindo trabalho. Realizado com amor e dedicação. É um exemplo a ser seguido. Desejo Vida longa à esse casal.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Muito obrigado e os melhores cumprimentos da Suíça.

[@alexhale6582]

These people are strong like the wood they work with, it's wonderful to see people work with such grace in traditional ways. I hope we preserve these methods forever, as they are timeless.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Dear Mr. Hale, thank you very much for warching and your kind words. With our very best regards from Switzerland.

[@alexhale6582]

@@AlainHospenthal the pleasure is mine, thanks

[@bernardmcmahon351]

Excellent presentation, so very interesting, thank you and your good wife

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for watching and your kind comment. Very best wishes.

[@carlosluis9535]

Muchas gracias por esta historia tan bella, cargada de amor y orgullo por el trabajo hecho con excelencia. Saludos y bendiciones para todos desde Costa Rica 🇨🇷

[@AlainHospenthal]

Muchas gracias Carlos Luis. Nos alegramos mucho de tu comentario. Todo lo mejor, felicidad, salud y bendiciones de Dios para ti también. Saludos cordiales a Costa Rica desde Suiza.

[@bauernlummel447]

Mein Vater hat kurz vor seinem Tod im Jahr 2015 einige Leitern bei ihnen gekauft, eine davon hat er mir gegeben. Es ist eine Leiter mit 18 Seigeln,, die ich vorallem für das Baumschneiden brauche. Nie würde ich diese Leiter gegen eine Aluleiter tauschen. Ich achte darauf, dass sie trocken gelagert ist, damit sie lange hält. Hoffentlich können sie ihr Handwerk an einen Jungen weitergeben. Leute wie Sie achte und schätze ich hoch ein. Vielen Dank!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Sehr gerne leite ich ihre Nachricht an Herr Diethelm weiter und wünsche Ihnen einen wunderbaren Sonntag.

[@NOELTM]

Marvellous! I really enjoyed watching Alois Diethelm and his Wife making the ladder and seeing the Cherry picking process with the ladders in use too. Very high quality filming and production too! Thank you!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind words. They are highly appreciated. I will try my best to further improve where possible on future projects. My very best wishes to you and your loved ones.

[@deanhall4069]

Great to watch. It's cool that you both ride Bikes.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Truly passionate bicycle riders, both of them. Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@ivanfahler]

Alois ich gratuliere Dir. Du und dini Frau möchet wörkli e super Arbeit und das mit Herz. Höt zu Tags, gits leider immer weniger so Mensche wie Dich und das isch Schad. Darum hoff ich das du na viel Leitere chasch mache. So en miniatür Modell vo sonere Leitere vo dir, wördi sofort kaufe zum ufstelle 👌🍀

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hallo Ivan, ich habs dem Alois weitergeleitet, für mich hat er übrigens eine 7-sprossige gemacht, die hängt bei mir an der Wand, sehr dekorativ, mit Abstellmöglichkeit, lieber Gruss und Dank, Alain

[@ВасилийГудков-е6ч]

У меня во дворе давно стоит засохшая сосна. Теперь я знаю, что она ждала: я сделаю из неё хорошую лестницу для сада. Благодарю Вас за хороший пример качественной работы! Будьте здоровы!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Мы также желаем вам крепкого здоровья и надеемся однажды увидеть вашу лестницу. Большое спасибо.

[@AlexandrM1991]

Сосна не подойдет для этого дела. Она хрупкая. И ломается на сучках. Лучше конечно найти ель.

[@AlainHospenthal]

@@AlexandrM1991 Здравствуйте, Александр, Для перекладин используется древесина лиственных пород вяза и ясеня. Лестницы очень устойчивые и прочные. Спасибо за просмотр и наилучшие пожелания из Швейцарии.

[@ВасилийГудков-е6ч]

@@AlexandrM1991 а что насчёт осины?

[@elguapo3527]

Total respect for this master craftsman and craftswoman. Just total respect.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your appreciation and your kind words of respect. We wish you the very best.

[@bastiat691]

God bless Alois Diethelm, still doing this hard physical work at his age is impressive, life goals :)

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind words. With best wishes from Switzerland.

[@josephlieberman3027]

Amen

[@harrystephens1658]

This is a great story about pride and craftsmanship. Beautiful ladders.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for watching and your kind words Harry. We send our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@andrewclarkehomeimprovement]

The simplicity of the ladder hides the enormous skill that goes into making it. Without that skill, those delicious looking cherries wouldn't get harvested!

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you for your kind words. This makes us very happy indeed. With the very best regards from Switzerland.

[@Elcapulove]

Good morning again family. Reallyyyyy love everything 💯❤️❤️❤️ 💯❤️ Switzerland, SooOO Beautiful 💕 I love being around older people and helping them. It is seen that it is a place of Peace and so beautiful, ❤️❤️. I am Puerto Rican living in the U.S.A.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Buenas dias. We wish you a wonderful day. Best wishes to the USA and your family in Puerto Rico.

[@billconiston8091]

Fantastic video, thank you for sharing your wonderful craft

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for your kind word. With best wishes from Switzerland.

[@robertling9872]

Beautiful video, and wood tree ladder.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much. With kind regards from Switzerland.

[@edwardbisset2624]

It is great to see such skilled traditional work continuing especially by an older couple, watching them gives me encouragement to keep up the outdoor work I enjoy from a 76 year old Scotsman please be careful of the unguarded circular saw best wishes

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hi Edward the Scotsman, thank you for watching and your message, I will transmit your safety recommendations, very best wishes to you and to Scotland.

[@johnmacpherson9515]

Here in Nova Scotia 50+ years ago these ladders tapered to a complete point to allow them to be pushed up through the apple trees

[@AlainHospenthal]

Ours are also getting narrower, though not quite pointed. Best regards to Nova Scotia from Switzerland.

[@robertherrmann4823]

I always wondered what those pointed ladders were for. Thanks for the explanation. Used to see them in Germany many decades ago.

[@rjung_ch]

Danke Alois und Maria Diethelm, dass ich diesen Beruf betrachten durfte. Aufgewachsen bin ich in Unterägeri, freute mich die Umgebung zu erkennen. Vielen Dank für das Video.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Salü Robert, liebi Grüess, Alain

[@frankwice4864]

Fabulous workmanship and I love the wonderful special detected machinery.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Hi Frank, can you imagine that the drilling machine is 80 years old? Kind regards from Switzerland.

[@KonradKreitmair-tq7vk]

Meine beiden Töchter (8 und 9) haben heute mit mir (Schreinermeister) das Video angesehen. Wir sind ganz begeistert von dieser tollen, sehr hochwertigen, Arbeit ganz angetan und wünschen uns auch so eine schöne Leiter für unsere Obstwiesen.😍

[@AlainHospenthal]

Lieber Herr Kreitmair, das sind aber wirklich ganz schöne Nachrichten. Ich habe mich sehr gefreut und werde das gerne weitergeben. Ich wünsche Ihnen und ihrer Familie noch einen wunderbaren Sonntag. Mit herzlichen Grüssen aus der Zentralschweiz.

[@klabmann5372]

danke, allen beteiligten, fuer den grossartigen film. schade dass dieses handwerk aussterben wird. 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank für ihre freundliche Rückmeldung. Wir grüssen aus der Zentralschweiz.

[@JHruby]

A tradesman makes something useful. A craftsman makes something useful that is also beautiful. Alois is a truse craftsman. What a wonderful film.

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much. Our best wishes.

[@gerhardp.9194]

Holz ist Holz, speziell wenn es ein wenig kälter ist so eine Holzleiter angenehmer als Alu ! 👍👍🌲🌲

[@AlainHospenthal]

Das stimmt 👍 ich grüsse Sie

[@RonaldRixon]

Master craftsman outstanding work true love of his incredible talent

[@AlainHospenthal]

Thank you very much for watching and your kind words Ronald. With our best wishes from Switzerland.

[@arnomrnym6329]

Schöne Reportage. 👍🏾😎

[@AlainHospenthal]

Herzlichen Dank und Grüsse aus der Schweiz.