DiResta Carolina Tool Box

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you all for the love and comments this tig work was really the first time I ever did as much in Aluminum as I have in one sitting. As you can see i need practice by the time I did the tray I was getting better. I left the bad welding as a moment it time ...to get better from. Enjoy

[@hobbie100]

Nice

[@tiffanyjohnson3110]

jimmydiresta as you should.😀

[@Kingman-Automotive]

Got to start somewhere Mate, good job..

[@RochaKRG]

Great

[@rockingtm40]

jimmydiresta, I very much enjoyed this one. I love the look with the ironwork and the polished aluminum. Critics “LIKE IT SAYS”, built for work !!!! I am a pipe welder, by trade and have done lots of aluminum work besides. TIG torch is the way to go. Keep it up....soon it will come natural. In “85” my college instructor could weld two pop cans together (bottom to bottom bevels) Crazy, I still can’t do that lol. Keep it up brother, love it all !!!! T. Morgan

[@Rowrowthegravyboat]

These are the type of vids that got me hooked on your channel. No need for talking. I don’t care about your daily life, I just like watching people build cool stuff, and you never let me down.

[@Makerdude23]

How on earth can you know how to build basically anything and be so fluent in all materials? I love building and working with my hands but you've shown what's really possible! I'm humbled and inspired by your work. Thank you so much for sharing these videos.

[@CrossCutCreations]

I'm always amazed by those who work with metal. If I ever move to a new shop that isn't my basement, I want to get into metalworking for sure! Awesome build! The tool box looks awesome!

[@buildandstuff9779]

Holy crap! That is a beautiful piece of work! I never thought a tool box could be so shiney!

[@Tinwoodie100]

Creator, Craftsman, Artist and one gifted human. Thanks for sharing!

[@Anex9286]

Honestly your creativity and originality are so inspiring, I’d die to have 10% your talent! But most of all, you’re real

[@kenanderson2002]

I was gonna say the same thing about the welds, but honestly, I love that you kept them as they were since this is a learning experience for you. Jimmy, you are probably one of the most talented people I’ve ever seen and I absolutely love your videos. Please never ever stop making them!

[@jimmydiresta]

👊🏼👊🏼🤟🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@untrust2033]

Great work, as a long time maker its almost therapeutic to watch a project come together so nicely. Thanks.

[@shipmanwelds9652]

the background noise is Diresta's specialty

[@theislandworkshop8453]

we are in the process of getting some welding equipment. i had ago at arc welding for the first time recently. cant wait to get stuck in. it reminds me of my first tool box when i was a kid.

[@AlecSteele]

This was an awesome project! Now I want to build my own toolbox too! 🙏

[@makerofthenorth8948]

Thinking about same thing but as a lunch box...

[@chyrt]

do it, and clean your workshop

[@iamepimethus]

Right after you finish that Bowie!

[@tabithasdumb-dumbs5890]

oh wow alec so many awesome projects, so many beautifully crafted damascus weaponry, oh... you have a damascus toolbox as well ? uuuhhhm neat, is that a damascus... toothbrush ?

[@vincentpaynecole]

I still want to see some Damascus glasses frames ;)

[@USA5.56X45]

His tig welding is only going to get better and better. Honestly it's impressive for his very first tig project. I admire Jimmy for his desire to continually learn new skills.

[@jimmydiresta]

Drain The Swamp thank you 🙏🏼

[@phunkissartisticcreations2316]

We're glad you kept the welds the way they are so some day you can look back at it and see how far you've come. Love, love, love the twisted handle.

[@PrometheusDaft]

It wouldn't be a Jimmy Diresta video without the chipmunks. Well done, sir.

[@Andrea-bw8xm]

Jeez. Jimmy...is there anything you can't do?! Amazing. Love to watch you create...restore...invent. .everything you do...thanks!

[@pcsweeney3898]

Long time follower, first time comment. That was really cool.. I enjoy watching you fabricate things. I wish my mind worked and see things like you do. You make things look so simple. You inspire me.

[@northshorepx]

I started watching then I realised I was missing something so I slowed ti down at 1/2 speed. WOW!!! Amazing to see such a master craftsman at work. I've never slowed your videos before and I was enthralled. Thanks for sharing you skills with us.

[@joshsmith4488]

I enjoyed watching this build. Thanks for showing that you are also still learning new skills as well.

[@s4n714g000]

I like it, a little rough around the edges and those handles make it look like it was made to be abused, just like an old tool gained its patina through the years, that reflective surface is begging for scratches. It'd be great for a present, maybe to someone young starting out, that way you get to see it age. Thank you Jimmy!

[@ChristianMercadoAcevedo]

Great Job Jimmy! I imagine someone bringing this toolbox to Antiques Roadshow in 2090....

[@85chevysw]

Dont get me wrong, i love every project you have ever done. ( I've been watching you for years now. ) But this is one project that i could use on a daily basis. I absolutely love it. I love the industrial look from the forged handles and rivets and the welds. If i could ever get something made from you. This is what i want. I love it.

[@swiftwelding3046]

This takes me back. I worked at a place making aluminum tool boxes for semi trucks for about a year - the wads of Nitto paper were constantly being lobbed at each other across the shop... like a snow ball fight that never ended. Good times.

[@victorfiori105]

I thought it was steel until i watched him cut it in half with a table saw.

[@CA-gy4qf]

We do the same will balls of masking tape at my work 😂

[@Watthead80]

That's a toolbox I'd love to have around the shop. If I were to do one, I'd use some walnut or another dark wood, with a little brass to help compliment the alum. Hats off to you Jimmy. Another job well done.

[@springwoodcottage4248]

Wrought element 26 adds such character to the lines & shine of element 13, lifting both into the lustful gaze of desire. Thanks for sharing!

[@dimidomo7946]

Skilled in all forms of MAKE, without a doubt. Next project: a clear acrylic heavy duty toolbox. What? Sure, you can see exactly what tools are in your box. The go-to box would be as safe as any other because, whether it be acrylic, metal or wood, craftsmen seldom leave their toolboxes in a position to be stolen anyway. Durable for sure, rustproof for sure, workable for sure, practical without a doubt. Give it a go Jimmy.

[@yakker555]

Cool build.His videos make me want to put my name on absolutely everything I own.

[@Wieselkatze]

I actually liked the look of the polished surfaced along with the kinda rough welds. Gives it a unique look. Good job

[@mikehornsby599]

Very well done,I could watch you build stuff all day !!

[@jgeph2.4]

Please take a young person under your wing and keep this kind of craftsmanship alive for the generations to come . 🙏🏼

[@gaffyh1745]

Love the juxtaposition of the flat smooth mirror surfaces with the welded edges.

[@michaelt.9372]

Awesome build. Rivets are underrated and I love using them

[@ranjdall]

Finally a rainy day, think I have a couple months of your videos to catch up on

[@gregormiller4037]

On my way home from a few hours of water skiing the river, I notice JD has posted. At 60 mph with my Mastercraft in tow, I slam on the brakes!! OHH, shiney object, me like:) And now for DiResta the story. Good day.

[@CPUDOCTHE1]

That is a nice shiny tool box. TIG welding takes a lot of practice and hand/eye coordination. Keep at it. I am sure you will be running with the big dogs one day.

[@ikm64]

Isi't a joy to watch a craftsman in the act of creation.

[@tiffanyjohnson3110]

I'm most inpressed with being able to forge your own handles any way you want. I hope to learn some blacksmithing in my future. Much love xoxo

[@marcvanherck]

Is there something you can't make? I have seen almost all of your build videos and I am always amazed by the result. True craftsmanship. Marc Belgium

[@Zzzarka]

digging the contrasts of forged steel and shiny aluminum !

[@Phantomthecat]

Wasn't sure where you were going with that handle for a start but WOW, looks awesome! 👍 Good call leaving the welds, you'll be able to see the journey you go on over the years as you master the process. 😊

[@adamyorke7869]

I have got to learn to weld. Very well done, brother. Nice thick gauge. Reminds me of my Dad's old Craftsman toolbox that I love so much.

[@FigmentsMade]

Lovely! I really like how the handle on the tray matches the handle on the toolbox. And the darker iron is a great contrast to the shiny aluminum.

[@adammaxey9089]

Figments Made d

[@PayrollTips]

Remember making one of them in collage, was not as heavy duty as the one you made, but that brought back some memories :)

[@mc4kvb]

Wow what a great job Jimmy! To watch you cut and shape the box was something special to see. I know you said you weren’t good but heck that looked great to me! Thanks for sharing and congrats on transgressing into a field you hadn’t done much of before....ie welding!!

[@W4TRI_Ronny]

Pop rivets. That will stay together forever. The box my dad gave me is built the same way and has only made it 55 years so far.

[@leighrose5291]

I love how everything just delicately clinks about in your videos haha

[@LaserLivestream]

Diresta Blacksmithing: Everything is twisted! :) Great job Jimmy!

[@Critt3er]

Thanks for the inspiration, Jimmy!! I haven't used a Bending Brake since High School!! Brings back great memories!! Thanks!!

[@bendingsands87]

Hey Jimmy. I think you should mention something about pop rivets in your description or title also. I am familiar with them, but anyone who searches for videos regarding pop rivets should have this pop up on their results because this was an amazing use of them. ☺ loved this video!

[@dantaylor7416]

Something always so satisfying about installing rivets!

[@gjspod]

Droppin' dimes, baby! Practice makes perfect. You inspire me to dream, create, and get better!

[@B-leafer]

Sweet! The nice thing about this is, you can build it to an off size that you can't get at a box store.

[@motorcyclelad]

Crazy! This kind of build is one of the main reason I subbed years and years ago! 50lbs empty weight:)

[@YouCanMakeThisToo]

I really dig the forged handles! also like that you cut the box in half like you would a wood box.. wouldn't think of doing that with aluminum.

[@Denali822]

Love it! Always good seeing Jimmy give me ideas for my next winter project. :)

[@iDeviceChgr]

What a sweet build! Nice work Jimmy 😊👍🏼 loved the forging of the handles!!

[@MajWinters100]

Revisiting this video, I find it funny how I can feel a rustic yet a refined feel to it. Thanks for the video, Jimmy

[@brandonnewell4552]

Glad to have more Diresta to watch! It's been a very disappointing Friday aside from this!

[@4IN14094]

My tool box is a hand made one that I "borrowed" from my crew leader when he retires. All solid rivets and no welding using leftover aircraft scraps and sheet metals.

[@louis11121]

Toujours un régal de voir la fabrication de tes oeuvres... I love it ❤️❤️❤️

[@DOODLEND]

So rad! I’m convinced you can build anything! Nice work!

[@TheHandystanley]

As I watched this I could not help but think how pop-rivets are underutilized and underestimated - like pocket hole screws. GREAT look....

[@dijohnson7]

This week's episode brought to you by the such&such rivet company, for all your rivetting pleasures!

[@samambrotv]

You make it look effortless. I aspire to get to this level.

[@MrLukhut1]

Awesome build! The mirror aluminum really tops it off

[@damascusfreak1967]

Nice job craftsmanship at it finest.

[@JackmanWorks]

I can't believe Carolina had you make that for me!! 😉 Seriously though, Carolina is cheating on me with Diresta?! Worth it! 😍

[@MFunkibut]

Perhaps Carolina has Jimmy as their 'hall pass' ???? :)

[@spikeshostagetv5935]

Damn ha ha

[@CarolinaShoeCompany]

Paul, you'll always be our first

[@JackmanWorks]

Carolina Shoe Company awww shucks! 😳

[@ambroscustom]

I have seen your interview with Carolina shoe company it was really motivational.

[@sapelesteve]

Terrific work once again Jimmy! That toolbox looks awesome......................

[@jomorris1022]

Again!! NICE work brother!! I'm working on a stand for my large vice that I inherited from my dad. First time welding also, and I will keep this vice and stand also to remind me of my first project that I welded.

[@bruceabe3139]

excellent work for your first aluminum TIG project. TIG welding aluminum is gotta be the toughest to welding jobs. Its like the old joke "how do you get to Carnegie Hall....Practice!" keep up the fine content.

[@mattiviljanen8109]

Whoa. You almost restored my faith in pop rivets.

[@adamepb]

I rarely see you measure anything, but the work is always outstanding. You're a savage Jimmy. Keep it up & do what you do.

[@createdesign]

As always very good job Jimmy👏

[@fd4294]

If I had 1% of your skills Jimmy, I should be called "Sir" in my neighborhood!!! Thanks, again and again Jimmy for sharing!!! AWESOME!!!

[@shnepper]

Really cool build! I really like the forged handle!!

[@brettparsons6221]

That would be something to hand down to the Grandkids of your Grandkids. Awesome!

[@guybareli6982]

Forging, Tig welding all in one project... You're the best!

[@WorksbySolo]

So sweet! The welds and forged steel add some nice texture and character. A good contrast to the super clean surfaces. Cool build!

[@buildmotion1426]

Nicely done! I’m still learning aluminum tig, and I like to use the pulse feature. I can get away with no filler rod on first pass. It helps if your unit has that option.

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

This is simply amazing. I absolutely love this project. It looks great. By far, my favorite part is the handles. The perfect touch. This makes me want to try welding again. LOVE! I

[@shrader88]

Another awesome project. Great job Jimmy

[@takeitez9894]

You have the best eye ball measuring tape, nice tool box. I want.

[@MarcelTeugels]

Classic bandanna slaps to finish off the project. Cool build Jimmy!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Really cool project and build, as usual, Jimmy.

[@w0rthless6]

amazing work as always jimmy! love the rough welds-always cool to see the hand of the maker in the work

[@DennisSmakIver]

Jimmy it craks me up that you whip the things you make after polishing them up at the end of your videos 😃👍 it's like you're punishing them for being so awesome!

[@Pappy_R]

Great work Jimmy, keep at that tig, you'll be a pro in no time. Another kool video!

[@Djlukz]

I was thinking I hope he does a unique twisted handle and than I seen you forging just the tips and I was like aw too bad..NEXT THING YA KNOW you added that diresta touch! Very nice.

[@Nomadboatbuilding]

That was fun Jimmy, reminds me of on of my high school metal shop projects. Makes me wish I had a finger brake at my disposal these days.

[@barstad-9591]

Awesome handles (and box, too.) Great to see you using the forge. The work is well done. Shiny! Thanks for sharing.

[@BrothersMake]

I can never keep aluminium that shiny! Great video Jimmy! 👍🏼

[@drstrangefart]

I'd love to see your version of a kiridashi at some point. I've started making them myself and now I'm watching a lot of kiridashi specific videos to see if I can make that job any easier on myself.

[@Razor6On3]

Hey Jimmy, that's a damn nice tool box. You can tig better than me. I dig the Diresta big razor. One of the simplest but awesome builds

[@jasperrogers7887]

gonna be an epic flea market find in 100 years!

[@mohammedtroy4296]

godfather i have a precision tig 225 also i used that to practice my aluminum welding great work

[@jeremyspecce]

I could make a tig welded aluminum toolbox with forged handles too, if I had a pop rivet tool. 😻 Beautiful work.

[@SCRAPWOODTOCRAFTWOOD]

Wow amazing work jimmy I'd love a tool box like that excellent stuff

[@worshipmelody1]

That one turned out a bit less twisted than expected 🤣. I see Jackman a bit anvy about making this for Carolina 😄

[@AndrewKleinWW]

Nice welds Jimmy, especially on the inner tray, you’re getting good!

[@Scrivscribe]

Nice to see the progression of quality with your welding finish! That polished metal is an awesome material to make a toolbox from, you really were thinking outside the box! 😉😂