Bob Bergman Visit: Lessons, Musings, and Findings

Bob was generous with his blacksmithing knowledge when I reached out to him 17 years ago. Now that I have been to the Postville Blacksmith Shop, I see that generosity was the tip of the iceberg. Cy launching bowling balls: • How to Get Rid of Pesk...
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[@frankcurley]

I enjoy hearing stories such as this, people who normally we would never get an opportunity to converse with...keep up the good work!

[@steveparker8723]

Great video Scott. Bob and Nana are good people.

[@PhotonFlightTeam]

Immensely pleased for your sake that you were able to make that pilgrimage and meet this mentor-friend. Much like we who were able to visit the spec house to be with you and Nate. Thankyou for all you do, share, and teach here on Essential Craftsman. "men should be anxiously engaged in a good cause..." You are, you do. Well done. Darrell

[@MichaelParsons1]

I live 35 mins from this town. I had no idea of the history and craft taking place lust down the road. Thank you for another wonderful video

[@83glacius]

happy to see a fellow romanian being apreciated

[@MatthewHarrisStudio]

Bob is awesome. His video helped us get our Nazel 2B power hammer running. The best.

[@brentjenkinsdesigns]

I always enjoy your content. However, I always love this type of living history and promise of a living future. Thanks Scott. I appreciate your efforts.

[@jeffputnam8554]

Always amazed at the journey that brings us to what we become. Continuing a family tradition is great but to come at it from the path of curiosity, talent, drive, and ambition is on another level. We all have God given talents and our measure is what we do with it. Thanks

[@kiwdwks]

What an amazing life/work both Bob & Nana have done. Truly inspiring! Thanks for sharing it...

[@jonrowsam6793]

Great story, Scott I can remember my grandfather telling me that blacksmithing was a nice thing to know how to do and a hard way to make a living Thank for sharing.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Legacy stuff, right there, Scott. Thanks for sharing all this.

[@schroederknifeworks]

Bob is a treasure, I met him when I bought his 420lb Fischer anvil that was made in 1917. I use that anvil all the time, Bob was kind enough to deliver it to my shop in Madison.

[@mattpeterson7074]

Amazing couple doing good work with their hands. Love it. Thanks for the tour, Scott!

[@bobmoroney3643]

This is one of the best stories. Blacksmith making history with his wife by his side. thanks for sharing this with us.

[@Kevin-wj4ed]

Just awesome!!!!!!!!!

[@huckleberry5653]

Thank you for sharing this.

[@dogfacedboyfrommars]

wow. what a small world. I stayed in Roseberg and in Glide when we were adopting our baby in 2017. I have been a faithful watcher of your channel, and didn't realize I was so close to you until after I was home. Bob Lives just ten minutes from me and now again I wish I'd had the chance to meet you. What a funny world.

[@maxdriftmier6786]

This is amazing to see. I was a student under Bob for many years before college. He taught me a lot things about the craft and life lessons. After finishing college I was able to pick up smithing again and have been enjoying it more than ever. I now try and find ways to include the craft and philosophies into my job as an architectural designer. Glad to see so much interest in smithing recently, this film was really fantastic, and it even a featured Nana and Sophie! Good work.

[@Vlad-r2t]

In a world of lifestyle blogging and financial derivatives trading you bring back the beautiful world of craftsmanship and pride of physical work. Thank you

[@charlesrock7770]

I've met Bob Bergman watched him demonstrate several time great man and teacher also met clifton Ralph another great guy he was a character if you don't have his power hammer videos you should good sruff

[@jonahfinademz8646]

Best video on KZbin!

[@theun4giv3n]

Such talented people. Thank you for that.

[@1mharold]

Its amazing, Bob looks like a younger Francis Whitaker. Even talks the same.

[@CleaveMountaineering]

When you walked into the historic blacksmith shop, I totally wasn't expecting that much big machinery, looks like he put it to great use!

[@dabruscar]

A beautiful story of life.

[@davidwoods5095]

Thanks Scott, Very interesting visit and tour.

[@papiwe1]

Thank you Scott you permitted me insight into a whole new world.

[@elliotazus6258]

Scott, thank you for sharing all the stories you do. This was probably one my favorites! Bob and his wife are extremely talented!! Bob was blessed as he mentored his talents w others helped them make a living also. I love the terms "house jewelry and 8 ways to make a buck." God bless and take care from your long-time California subscriber.

[@mayhemmayo]

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

[@fredflickinger643]

Scott you made me think on this very point of staying in one place and doing what you love! Great video!

[@tumbleweed1976]

Beautiful story and work.

[@anthonysmith4781]

Awesome story thank you

[@PalauCreationsbyQCP]

Liking before watching as usual ❤

[@trawlertravels6376]

Scott, thank you.

[@JackCossairt]

Liked the statement meeting people I should have met years ago. A very nice video.

[@holyhammerironworks2384]

I too have had the pleasure of meeting Bob a couple of times in my career too. My flypress came from him also.

[@donaldgarmon7368]

Thank You Scott for sharing this video! I really enjoyed it!

[@petercrizer6102]

Great content, as always ! One day I hope to visit with you when I'm on the 'left side of the rock' USA - Gotta travel from CT . . . . .the 'right side of the rock'

[@scottriddle5468]

That is a great video

[@TroubleNow]

Really enjoyed this Scott & family!

[@NSResponder]

Fascinating.

[@kylehamburg244]

Great House Jewelry! When I design /build/finish Custom Homes someday, that's what I want and will be known for , always having Wood /architectural steel interior finishes

[@johnrosier1686]

Interesting shop and great lessons to be learned.

[@jacktolmachoff7547]

good stuff

[@gtbkts]

Thanks for the awesome content and great videos!!

[@nannesoar]

17:29 Wow... 🛠🫂🛠

[@americanangler94559]

As always, another good episode.

[@stevestobaugh1081]

I've never hit the pause button so much to look in the background to see the little things.

[@DesertGardenPrepper]

That was a beautiful story. I appreciate the part about making friends. I have had a lot of trouble making friends since moving back to my home town in 2017, and at 61 years old, I am getting ready to head across the country (not even sure where yet) to start over. Trying to find a place where there is work, but hoping to find a place where I can connect with people.

[@papiwe1]

Me too

[@ctdieselnut]

The grass is always greener, over the septic tank. Lol If you're having trouble making friends, what makes you think moving across the country will help? I can understand moving for other reasons; work, better climate, outdoor activities, etc. People are everywhere, and the broad strokes are pretty much the same. Some good, some bad. Reconnecting with old friends is easier than total strangers i would think. I bet there are small close knit communities closer to you than you might think. Good luck to you.

[@graemesmith8509]

I know you like your anvils etc, just found one in the uk, it measures 26inch high with a base and 37inch long, a whopper. Cant seem to add a photo here !

[@jimneufeld4241]

Wow!!

[@reverendbrothergenerik7976]

Best part for those who know the both of these fine folks is you hardly scratched the surface of alla Bob's antics over the years. For instance Nana was President of UMBA while Dorthy Steigler was ABANA President. Two female Presidents of a trade that was once as sexist and secrative as they came. I thought it revolutionary and without all the affectation nowadays. Bob worked with the legendary Francis Whittaker. We all know a Blacksmith named Bob, had a tool for most every job. He'd work the day long, with the Hammer and Tong, etc.I musta forgot the rest. And wasn't he in a movie?

[@TheIslandsForge]

Hi Scott, what is the cool machine at 15 mins into video?. It looks so compact and effective.. love your videos, thanks, Eddie

[@mackfisher4487]

Nice

[@pamelah6431]

...but did you stop in New Glarus for a brewski?

[@johndavies2396]

There is a guy in North Wales New Morris who's family of blacksmiths dates back to the 17 th century has iron running through his blood

[@mackellyman5642]

Bloom were you're planted...

[@knotbumper]

He is wearing White Ox! 😃 A dead giveaway that he works with his hands.

[@thunderstruck1078]

Norwegians on one side and Swiss on the other. I can't imagine a better living conditions in the US. Ever.

[@yousifyoukhana2418]

👍👍👊

[@jeffwolinski2659]

The blacksmith pulling teeth reminds me of the medieval barbers being doctors! Steve Martin's take on that is an all time classic: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5WsmmmejtWIpbM

[@stevenslater2669]

I remember that clip from when SNL wasn’t so political. Brilliant…and still all too true today.

[@EricCampbellUAV]

sir-rats-alot is no substitute for a union apprenticeship

[@DavidBergman1776]

That's my last name as well :)

[@51-FS]

Mine to

[@rubenvarela4077]

First

[@graywolf6014]

I'm an auto body technician, something I'm proud to be. Your comment about stewardship really struck home. I work in a small town, where there are few tradesman left, especially in my trade. I'm the oldest of 4 technicians, 40 years on the job. Teaching the others to do quality work, and still make a comfortable living is kind of a passion of mine. What struck me most about your comment, "not jumping around", was I had many opportunities to do just that. To me it's a labor of love, taking something wrecked and making it look new again. My mentor told me, if you do something, do it right, if you do well, there will always be work lining up at your door. There will always be cars, so there's always going to be work. I enjoy your channel because I see in you, a lot of my way of seeing the world around us. Thank you for what you do, there aren't a lot of craftsmen left. Keep up this great series. Keep up the great work you're doing.

[@bat116]

Outstanding video content. Thank you so much for sharing these folks with us. They (ya'll) are truly treasures!

[@phooesnax]

Fantastic episode. Do we meet the new owner in another episode?

[@WaltSnider]

It's great to see this great history! The wind sound when outdoors can be mitigated by a furry cover for the mic called a "dead cat". Strange name, but effective tool.

[@sirnearlyheadlesnick]

Thank Essential Crafts Man may I ask if you could send me the link to "Nana Showwalters," for give me if I have butchered the spelling, I tried looking for it it here in the links below yet could not find any thing related or that jumped out at me as such? Really really like here Sculpture work.

[@Giroux68]

The experience you have is unreal. Tha KS for documenting it all