BEST tool grip money can't buy

from Tree Limb to Handle
Tools I used in the video
Makita Hand Planer: amzn.to/3kudDLg
Dewalt Die Grinder: amzn.to/41sCHCL
Dewalt 3" cutoff saw: amzn.to/3SxMZO1
Dewalt Jig Saw: amzn.to/41tOKA0
Dewalt Palm sander: amzn.to/3F1bMET
Tung Oil: amzn.to/3ISx0Hg
4pc Pry bar set I replaced the handle on: amzn.to/3IVuboT
After Thoughts about the Video: I lost my voice last week and was procrastinating doing a video. I planned on just doing it silent and by the time I did the video my voice was mostly back, but still decided to give it a go. My original plans was to push the bar all the way through the handle to give a striking surface but it wasn't happening. The little chunk of rebar will take the blows and probably better than striking the hardened bar.
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[@DoingItCheap]

I like the addition of the rebar so one can use a hammer without damaging the handle.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. I figured it may come in handy.

[@CelestialLites]

Is that what happened original handle?🤣

[@sixtyfiveford]

@@CelestialLites It actually broke by simply rolling off the workbench. Shattered into pieces.

[@turkeyssr]

Great video! It was nice to see you show the first handle didn't work out so we all know you're actually human giving the rest of us hope when the same thing happens to us.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Can't get everything right the first time. Thanks

[@The-Armed-Pacifist]

I felt right at home when that first handle split, then I was holding my breath when you drove the re-bar into the second one. Nice work!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@2LateIWon]

That looks so good!!!! Love the rebar idea I think they should all have something like that because we actually use our tools in colorful ways

[@sixtyfiveford]

Absolutely!!

[@shedmanx3640]

Excellent work mate. I enjoyed that. You made it a simple job to knock up a square shaped handle that should be easy for anyone to follow. Loved Ginger. Quite happy to be in the shop with you, but just as happy to leave with you. The best shop assistant ever.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@vrx7077]

Jumped on the video right away! Love your channel

[@sixtyfiveford]

You're the best!

[@owa2533]

I felt the disappointment when the first handle cracked but you didn't give up. Great perseverance. 👍

[@Geoff_G]

My son's dog always wants to play with the chainsaw too. (But is scared of the Roomba. Lol)

[@Kyle-ev4fk]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Goomer]

I've made a few out of broken axe handles, broom sticks etc, and a few that look like Fred Flinstone would own them.

[@sixtyfiveford]

That's awesome. The most unusual I made was a small hammer handle out of a toilet plunger. Gave me a chuckle for years.

[@alward9901]

Nice one . I go around garbage day and look for hard wood on old furniture legs & frame parts to do the same . Made some winners & failures .

[@sixtyfiveford]

Sounds great!

[@marvinheemeyer9768]

3:15- thought taking a plot twist into primitive fire starting! Seriously, love you sharing these most excellent tips!!!

[@steves7896]

Same here, one simple little job on a tiny little part. And more than half of my tool inventory is out, completely covering my work bench with a mess all over the place. But I enjoy it.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I enjoy it as well. The problem is I don't enjoy cleaning.

[@KillSwitchNY]

Looks perfect. Love how you have the everyman garage and aren't afraid to show it.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

Ginger sure knows how to steal a scene. The beginning with her holding a stick in her mouth while she watched you with a chainsaw was wonderful. Might be my favorite I have seen on your channel.

[@staind288]

I thought she was going to try and jump or bite on the chain.

[@sixtyfiveford]

She's been around chainsaws her entire life.

[@staind288]

@@sixtyfiveford I'm sure she has but I swear it appeared as if she was about to play with it in the video

[@nicholasphillips5406]

First video of his I’ve seen. When I saw this comment at the start I was definitely expecting ginger to be his wife or something and you meant this erotically…I was pleasantly surprised 😂

[@tangouniformromeoindia1117]

I thought she was waiting for him to cut it too lol

[@waltschannel7465]

Wow. Love it. I really expected you to use commercially dried lumber and turn it on a lathe. You are full of surprises!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thank you very much!

[@waltschannel7465]

@@sixtyfiveford It took me a second to think of this but the thing I liked most about this project is, it reminded me of my father who used to do stuff like this with random bits of wood that we had out in the yard. It also seems like something I would do at some point.

[@jussiketels151]

Beside the new luxury tool, Ginger is absolutely the star ⭐️ ❤

[@DAS-Videos]

That came out great. And Ginger is such a good dog

[@theidahodian4518]

Thanks for showing the Fail. Good to see you recover.

[@sixtyfiveford]

You bet

[@wayneo7307]

Nice Job Moe 👍 ! That Handle Came Out Nice . Ginger Steals The Show Again . Her With The Stick While You Were Sawing Was Cool !

[@sixtyfiveford]

She's always keeping an eye on me.

[@muddyfences5559]

That is a nice handle. That striker plate is gonna take a beating in your garage.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. I figured I'd feel guilty smacking the wood handle itself.

[@bardmadsen6956]

Nothing like taking a break from the countless frustrations of building a production machine out of wood, metal, and nylon to watch others in the same boat. I made handles for a post hole digger out of twisted 1.5" diameter iron wood and now it opens wider than than those straight expensive ones in the store.

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

Great video and "Handle-ing!" Was Ginger thinking about attacking that chainsaw? My boy Taz sure would try if you didn't watch him close. He'd attack anything that made noise close to me. He tried to attack the riding mower once and got his nose ran over by the back tire and bloodied. After a quick trip to the vet to be sure nothing was broken, he never tried that machine again, but everything else was still fair game. If I were going to cut up some lumber I'd have to put him in the shop to keep him from attacking the Skil Saw.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Ginger knows to keep a distance and has been around chainsaws all her life. She will bite at the exhaust gases of things like mowers/etc. She trained herself when I signal/tell her to stay back and not bite to grab anything in her mouth and hold it. You can see her holding a random twig.

[@mikehopkins4546]

That saw! My first stihl was marked Made in West Germany. Now I know what the East German's were producing lol. Kudos to keeping it going.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I've had a few West Germany Saws over the years. Good stuff.

[@hansjansen7047]

I think you split the first one to show people what not to do. Excellent lesson!!

[@sixtyfiveford]

I like the way you think. Yeah, I did that intentionally.....

[@bruceaskin9645]

I have that same small axe, but mine has a water pipe handle, and just as much burring from hitting it with a hammer. I have often used it for splitting sheet metal.

[@sixtyfiveford]

They cut sheet metal better than one would think.

[@hirumbiffidum9145]

Oh yeah, your channel and your innovation is a G-d send. Still using the pressure I created from some of the videos you created ! And also trying to do what your doing right now to create a mortar and pestle, that can work better than what is in a chemistry lab !

[@Bruces-Eclectic-World]

Nothing like having a Best Bud! LLAP 🖖

[@LostLeftyLimb]

I love aspect of using tools to build yourself more or better tools. A never ending progression.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey Thanks.

[@MikeyMack303]

Ginger is such a GREAT pup!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

NICE handle and Ginger with her offering at the start was SWEET! I get those gloves from Palmflex a dozen pairs at a time for a site less than in any store. Happy early snowy Spring and a shake with Ginger is an iron clad guarantee! BLESSINGS!

[@sixtyfiveford]

They're pretty comfy gloves.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@sixtyfiveford I've been getting mine that way for several years. I know beyond a doubt they've gone up in price ;ike everything else.

[@RinoaL]

You did a really nice job. I need to remember the usefulness of an angle grinder on wood more often.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@Hailtothechief45]

i’m 100% doing this with my pry bars when they start to fall apart! thanks for all the great videos also!

[@gorak9000]

I think the key takeaway is don't hammer on the plastic handles of pry bars unless they have the steel insert that goes all the way through meant to hammer on!

[@MaxGiganteum]

Technically... you aren't supposed to smack the end of a prybar in the first place unless it's built for it. That's what I was taught using the old school methodology. Best wishes! 👍🏻🔨👷🏻‍♂️ - Max Giganteum

[@vintage76vipergreenBeetle]

Nice Job. My grandfather used to do the samething.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Awesome

[@jeepthrasher]

My Pittsburgh prybar has reached the point of needing this done! The only KZbin notification I'm actually excited to see pop up!!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks Josh

[@ThacMan]

Ooh, nice one. I have the exact same pry bar with a split handle.🔨

[@mishman]

Nice job as always! Very inspiring

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@pinkladybikermamma3603]

OLD SCHOOL . LOVE IT!

[@tombob671]

I really like your channel and your clever solutions

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@RalfyCustoms]

Ginger with her leafy stick, fantastic 👏

[@natecampbell4708]

Hey Moe! I was very happy to see a license plate on your door from my state of Alabama at the 9:25 minute mark! Enjoyed watching you make your own handle, it shows a lot of skill, as well as how many tools you have at hand. Kudos!

[@sixtyfiveford]

My brother in law is from Alabama and that was on his car when he moved here to Utah.

[@MCOult]

Love that dog! Great job on the handle!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@littlepaddy7444]

Good plan, nice.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks!

[@nathanielpike1602]

Wonderful video and a great explanation of what you are doing and why. I found your channel for the shop heater from gas dryer video and have enjoyed everything before and after. Keep up the great work sir!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Awesome, thank you!

[@raychiu9275]

Cool video! The silent walkthrough worked really well. It looks like you have another great tool in your story-telling arsenal. Thank you for all the awesome content!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks Ray.

[@RYBR]

Always something anyone can do but may not have the complete knowledge to achieve . Thanks again for the video

[@sixtyfiveford]

You bet

[@silvergrizzly316]

Pretty dang slick!!! 👍👍

[@ncooty]

Beautiful red heeler

[@89G]

That looks awesome. Great work. Those Pittsburgh handles aren't as tough as you'd hope for.

[@sixtyfiveford]

You got that right! This isn't even a Harbor Freight brand and they're still cheap.

[@89G]

@@sixtyfiveford oh wow, that looks just like my HF pry bar.

[@sixtyfiveford]

@@89G I'm sure it was made in the exact same factory

[@MaxGiganteum]

Chinesium... I never expect China built anything to hold up for long if at all. I'll admit that on average, it's better than taiwanese from the 70s though. I encourage folks to buy American made. New or used. Garage and/or estate sales are good for finding old school vintage tools made in the USA. It's also wise to get to know your local pawn shop guys. Build a working relationship with them they'll hook you up with the quality stuff when it comes in. Best wishes! 🤔🧰🇺🇲 - Max Giganteum

[@vennic]

I'm glad you finally broached this subject

[@sixtyfiveford]

Lol.

[@JOEZEP54]

At first if you don't succeed .......Good addition adding the rebar. Nice job. Stay well, Joe Z

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@JOEZEP54]

@sixtyfiveford You're welcome 👌

[@jdog4534]

Nice job! ..outstanding job grinding that spur on the end of the tool..

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@josephcapps6416]

My experience with old Snap-on tool handles has been that they disintegrate. Old Craftsman tool handles start to stink and make the tool box stink. But I've had some of these guys for almost 50 years.

[@sixtyfiveford]

The Acetate breaks down into a smelly acid. Guys neutralize the acid with Ballistol, ammonia, vinegar, baking soda, etc and supposedly it stops the smell.

[@josephcapps6416]

Thanks, I'll try that.

[@eipi5173]

If possible i try and use green wood cuz it gets tighter on the metal as it drys out.

[@workncninki7641]

Thank you for the nice video

[@yodasbff3395]

Nice handle 👍, but you know the real reason so many people watch your channel is because they want to see that loveable Ginger. 😊

[@sixtyfiveford]

Very true

[@not2fast4u2c]

Hand Made Tools Rule 😎

[@sixtyfiveford]

You should know. I would imagine there isn't a tool you haven't modified/added your personal touch.

[@nixplix]

Man, you (and Ginger) absolutely rock. Your arsenal of tools, both new-ish and retro, are astounding. I particularly like that seasoned hand-held belt sander. The rebar seems to add balance to the tool, among other things. Sometimes I stare at my meager set of tools wondering what magic then can help me conjure; but all I get is "tv static" You are inspirational. Thank you.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Wow, thanks! "TV Static" that's funny

[@MaxGiganteum]

One of these days... I'm going to experiment by converting the caps from plastic 2 litre soda bottles into a handle. Your pry bar would have been perfect for that. All I would need to do is collect up the caps, make a mould and then clean & melt the plastic into it. Has anyone ventured forth before me and tried this out? Peace & good vibes! ✌🏻🛠️👨🏻‍🔧 - Max Giganteum

[@OldSneelock]

There are many good videos showing very nice setups. I made a redneck extrusion press that cost nothing, but time and a few scrap parts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmaWnmd4Z5iHla8

[@sixtyfiveford]

I have melted the HDPE plastic a few times. From caps and the milk jugs. Just did it in the oven with an old cookie sheet. Not much working time before it solidifies.

[@bombardier3qtrlbpsi]

Nice job 👍.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@kgpeck8475]

Well done sir! 🤠👍💯

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks 👍

[@Mr.Innovator961]

Nicely done Moe, just the right size project to motivate a person to get out in the shop and DO something…would take more than a CF’A sandwich reward for myself to clean my own shop. I’ll bet Ginger was a “ no show” for that too.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Lol. How about 3 sandwiches? Thanks

[@Mr.Innovator961]

@@sixtyfiveford well…if you gave Ginger 3 sandwiches you might have to clean up her mess in addition to yours..LoL

[@mrdddeeezzzweldor5039]

Ginger as chainsaw safety advisor (and brunt of shop jokes)! You undoubtedly get the most out of your grinding/cutting wheels. Enjoyed this DiResta-style action only video - not from now on of course but this one.

[@sixtyfiveford]

She's always making sure I'm using the tool right.

[@danieleminicucci8159]

Gotta love Ginger

[@marshmower]

The dog said don't use bark. Here's a leaf. It's smoother.

[@The_Story_Channel]

Just goes to show that you can save some cash by using your head, most people would just buy a handle or a new tool but they would not have a handmade one that looks as nice. Just curious Moe, you think dipping the handle or spraying it with bed liner would add extra grip and comfort? I use it sometimes on my speaker cabinet builds and it seems to adhere well on MDF.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Interesting though. I guess it personal preference and can see doing this on metal handles or possibly MDF. I'm pretty partial to wood or non-rubberized plastic/acetate handles myself. But I know a lot of people like cushion grip screwdrivers etc.

[@roberthutchison315]

Now THAT is a handle.

[@roberthutchison315]

Ginger "you're an a-hole, but I still love you"

[@simonilett998]

Nice job, as always👍 Good idea on the rebar insert, I guess we can guess how the old handle got broken🤣 Loved seeing the old Stihl 015L still going strong. I have a very similar one in very good condition my dad passed on to me (Stihl 015 mid/late 70's). Runs great and is as old as me or possibly even slightly older👌👍🇦🇺

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks. Had a neighbor give me that saw because he figured it was old and he just needed a newer one. I have used that little thing so much for limbing. I try to run all my saws every few months but this one has been sitting since May of last year so it took a few pulls to get fuel pumped through. Yesterday though fired right off on the middle of the third pull.

[@simonilett998]

@@sixtyfiveford Yep, mine also takes a little while to start when it hasn't been run for a while, and that is generally at least a year or two each time for me. I always empty the unused fuel and run it dry before storage, but that is the best practice, and why she takes a while on each re-awakening. I've never had to clean or rebuild the carb in over 10 years I've owned it, which would be unheard of with new equipment, however we also don't have to contend with ethanol in fuel, but it is available in 10% and maybe 15% for automotive use if required. One issue I did experience with the 015 when my sister borrowed it years ago (and almost it's demise) was the screws that retain the throttle butterfly came loose, and one ended up getting sucked down into the lower crankcase😣 Luckily my sis stopped using it when it would no longer rev up, and thankfully no damage to the engine internals, just an engine strip down to inspect and retrieve the mangled up screw, found a suitable replacement screw, reassembled, and loctite + peened the threads of the throttle butterfly screws so that will never happen again🤣👍🇦🇺

[@cosmopezzolla996]

That came out great! Ginger was a star as usual... glad she got her sandwich! As always, Thanks for the great videos!

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks for watching!

[@stephenperkins5644]

This is a neat Idea to use what you already have. But I am not sure I would use green wood . I usually keep some larger size dowel rods made of oak that are dry to make handles for old files and screw drivers where the handles have broken or fallen apart .

[@sixtyfiveford]

The log is years old.

[@MaxGiganteum]

Perhaps it is Moe... but wood absorbs water given the opportunity - especially so when it's outside. Buried in snow cannot help I'm sure! What I would keep an eye on is whether or not the handle becomes loose over time as the wood fully dries out. I expect you'll find out by the end of this coming summer. The good news is that I doubt you swing that pry bar like a hammer so it isn't likely to whack anyone if they separate. Best wishes! 👍🏻👨🏻‍🔧🇺🇸 - Max Giganteum

[@old64goat]

That was GREAT

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thanks

[@aw738]

Boiled linseed oil works good for tool handles.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Yes, but Tung is a superior as it is harder and not yellowing.

[@TradeWorks_Construction]

I miss hearing your thoughts and why you do what you do or about the tools you’re choosing which i’m assuming come from past experience. Until today I had never heard of Tung Oil and have no idea why you chose it over boiled linseed. Did you just grab any old hunk of wood or do you store certain species: Cherry, oak, alder, walnut, etc. I really enjoy watching your channel because hearing your practical take with a focus on using what’s readily available or can be sourced cheaply really aligns with my own views so if you catch a cold/sore throat and can’t speak I’ll get it but I think your channel was built from your own personal version of DIY and you as a person with a likable personality. Leave the Silent films for those who simply want to see restoration as an art and not learn from someone else’s experience.

[@sixtyfiveford]

I lost my voice last week and kept postponing doing a video, so I planned to just do it silent. By the time I did the video my voice was back but it was still nice just to work and not talk out loud to myself. I used Honey Locust; because it's a hardwood and what I had. Tung oil is harder and not yellow like linseed oil. It's a superior product to linseed.

[@justinkopacz9094]

Came out looking great!! but the no commentary is just weird.

[@felixbors7546]

your dog is awesome (so is your channel)

[@sixtyfiveford]

Thank you so much!

[@MRrwmac]

It took a couple tries, but of course You got er dun! I worry about the wood spliting when I hammer a shaft into it.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Can't always win the first time.

[@MRrwmac]

@@sixtyfiveford I can’t even get it on the third try. You did better than I do usually.

[@helmet098]

GINGER! NO! BAD DOG! NO CHAINSAW!

[@sixtyfiveford]

She's good and everything was under control.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Finally! Something I know how to do waaay better than you! All the stuff I’ve learned from you has been great, but finally there’s something you do that I already know how to do! Yay!!! 😉😂🔧👍

[@johnanthony2545]

Yep ,don’t have it. Make it. Good job.

[@wyattoneable]

Much better.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks

[@Pete.Ty1]

👍👍👍 Amazing

[@guyina4x499]

I like it

[@coryj1811]

👏 Another great video. I do have a question. Is there a reason for the short piece of rebar? I've never made a handle & would assume to just have the end of the handle be flush with end of pry bar but 🤷‍♂️. I'm thinking what you did with grinder at end of the bar was to catch/grip the rebar but again 🤷‍♂️. Thanks

[@coryj1811]

Nvm just learned how to read. 🤦‍♂️

[@iFixJunk]

Where did you LEARN this STUFF?! I would NOT have thought to grind that shape into the back end of the shaft.

[@TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

The wordless workshop. Do your remember those cartoons from the old Popular Mechanics Magazine back in the day? Might be before your time.

[@sixtyfiveford]

The good old Popular Mechanics magazines before they just became ad space were great.

[@corey6393]

Nice work. that wood handle will be more comfy than the plastic anyway. Might have to consider smashing my plastic handles on purpose just to give this a try. My dog leaves her toys all over the house, hard as I try to get her to pick up stuff, she never does. Maybe I need to bribe her with a chicken sandwich?

[@sixtyfiveford]

Lol.

[@Isaac-47517]

I was thinking ... ... ... that might be a good dog ... ... ...

[@Fatamus]

Oops 😳 looks like you over reved the pry bar 🥺.

[@carljorgensen2813]

I had a dog just like yours fantastic dog. Fantastic job you did. Is there not anything you can’t do?

[@sixtyfiveford]

Hey thanks.

[@ronniesand3594]

Have u done a toolbox tour?

[@sixtyfiveford]

I have not.

[@Kyle-ev4fk]

I probably would have glued up that first wood handle. I don't want to waste the time and material invested. How much time do you have invested? I need to do this for a miter saw, a wind storm knocked it over and busted the handle.

[@sixtyfiveford]

It took probably an hour and a half total. I did the other 3 in the set(so they match) today and it took an hour total for all 3 of those.

[@wtbm123]

Cool

[@PatriotPainter]

I am the furthest thing from a safety Sally but those hoodie strings made me nervous. I had mine get caught in a grinder once and ended up grinding my belly. It could have been way worse too.

[@gcarson19]

I got mine with a drill, pulled the string out of the hood and wound it up like spaghetti on the bit in about a nanosecond... I just stood there looking stupid.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Keeps you on your toes..

[@MaxGiganteum]

Huh. Did you guys not remember all the safety videos from woodshop, metalshop, small gas engines, etc in Junior & Senior High school?!? No sleeves past the elbow, no jewelry or watches, no long hair hanging down, no drawstrings, no scarves or loose clothing of any kind? Gloves only when appropriate? Hmmm... - Max Giganteum

[@ranacherian]

Where did you buy the large burr bit?

[@sixtyfiveford]

It was in a toolbox of random stuff I bought at auction.

[@Scooter30FTW]

Nice job,what kind of wood is that?

[@sixtyfiveford]

This is honey locust. It's just what grows in my yard though it is very hard(similar to hickory).

[@jimdaly5077]

Top Dog. 👍🐝🌞

[@Flowing23]

👍👍

[@BillyInnes]

What kind of wood did you use? Oak?

[@sixtyfiveford]

Honey locust. Random for sure, but what I have that's hardwood.

[@letttttttssssss_gooooooo]

Letttttttssssss gooooooo!

[@markcdeyoung3118]

Just so hard to get these puppies to pick up the tools and clean up their mess anymore 😅

[@sixtyfiveford]

So true