Grandpa Amu creates a wooden arch bridge,no nails,very powerful craftsman

[@GrandpaAmu]

The video was released late, and I still worked hard to complete it. Today, let everyone see the full video of the wooden arch bridge, everyone slowly appreciate 视频发布的时间晚一些，还是努力完成了它，赶在今天，让大家看到木拱桥的完整视频，大家慢慢欣赏

[@rikynovianto1951]

Mantap

[@喵队长]

The good things are always worth to wait. 美好的事物总是值得等待。

[@jmeehan85]

Grandpa amu is our hero!

[@beardedshenanigans3742]

I love watching your woodworking, the simplicity and beauty of your work is wonderful! Keep it up! Signed: Aspiring Grandpa Amu in America...

[@reidliu6508]

机翻太严重了……

[@mistermister1072]

all that work, and likely the best part for him was his grandson walking across it.

[@harrymills2770]

As an oldster, visiting the zoo seems very much a pain in the ass, but to take a kid to the zoo and see it through THEIR eyes is a kick.

[@scragglewaggle4109]

He put him there to test the bridge. If it fails at the very least it was just some random kid he nabbed off the street just for this very reason.

[@henryvalero9235]

From Lil Giant Would have been nice to say why he built it and how long it took to do so. Could just be a short silent line on the video. Man builds bridge for . . . and it only took . . . weeks! I remember a parable about an old man who came across a wide stream one night. The old man was able to ford the stream, but when he had done so he stopped, and began to build a bridge over it. Later, when he was finished, those who saw what he had done asked why he had done so. It was not his river or his land, but a public byway. He had already crossed and did not need the bridge. The old man answered something to the effect that, “While traveling I saw a youth, who is traveling my way, yet is far behind me. He may, being young and inexperienced, make a slip in the darkness or find the way too long and difficult. I build a bridge for him. I build a bridge for those who come after.”

[@jackwgn]

The sad part is people will probably just walk around the bridge

[@sushiblossom4601]

@@scragglewaggle4109 um I don’t really understand what you mean

[@imarockinpanda]

Don't need nails when everything is perfect to fit and interlocked. This was super calming to watch

[@Evolucion7]

We young builders have much to learn from our elders. Thank you for sharing your projects with the world, Grandpa Amu.

[@user-00dog]

FREE UIGHUR . FREE HONG KONG.

[@jamesandrew1117]

Not one nail. No glue. No metal fasteners. Just wood. And a few simple tools. No powered drills, saws. He is a true artist.

[@dr.100purrscent5]

One of The Best Artists I've ever seem 😍

[@lukesteele5013]

Its a de Vinci bridge

[@SylvanApe]

Just factory produced tools that make it possible to get the level of fit and finish it has. It's cool but people need to chill on the weird idea this is special, it's bronze age technology.

[@lukesteele5013]

@@SylvanApe it may be old technology, but it does take skill to use them this well. and also those are not made in a factory. Someone of his skill either makes there own tools or they are hand made by a master tool smith.

[@SylvanApe]

​@@lukesteele5013 ​ @luke steele The axe, hammer, builder's square, saws, chisel and shovel are all store bought ones, not some weird artisan made tools.

[@Trinton1]

Who else doesn't understand y this showed up in ur recommended list but ending up watching the whole thing

[@shaggy1881]

I've seen his videos before, but they show up randomly. They're always fun and interesting to watch, though. I'd love to learn how they build houses like this.

[@karmerkarmz437]

😂 so true

[@mattym8038]

Yeah

[@erinmergner4133]

Me

[@TheGwizmiester]

Same

[@solarflare1008]

Outstanding talent that comes with decades of experience. Bless those hands. Nothing but respect.

[@granite676]

That Is fantastic !!! Grandpa is a treasure that keeps on giving, when grandpa paases on his skill will be lost I really hope grandson you are learning and watching and his skills pass on to you . He is a TRUE CRAFTSMAN that not many in this world could even hold a candle to ! 👍😉❤

[@erniedelgado6013]

Grandpa Amu is a great craftsman. Bless his heart.

[@bobskadoodle2484]

I bet he never thought when he was younger learning all these skills, that he would be sharing it with millions of people

[@IsaakSchimdt]

Tens of millions*

[@Hero4fun77]

Ye, youtube wasn't a thing when he was young.

[@MatthewsHardyal]

Bob Skadoodle haha ikr KZbin allows you share your work with anyone

[@katie-st8nx]

@@MatthewsHardyal but plenty of people still would have crossed the bridge

[@jackzhou411]

this kind of skill came almost 1000 years ago. it is the traditional building skill of ancient Chinese building

[@lisakent1869]

My husband, who is a great carpenter, says you are the best carpenter he has ever seen!!! Wonderfully talented man!

[@seaflower999]

actually it is our traditional building skill. um I would say this kind of technique is widely use in chinese buildings. of course he is one of the professional.

[@meteoryang4272]

不是他的天才 是中国古人的智慧

[@Pitfcjijbdtib]

There are lots talented carpenters like Grandpa Amu in China. It’s Chinese wisdom

[@literary6064]

@@meteoryang4272 不仅是他的天才

[@hilo1083]

@@meteoryang4272 不仅 而不是 不是

[@jimmartin7437]

I’m a carpenter for 56 years this year and when I watch this man I feel like an apprentice again. So much enjoyment watching you work. Thanks

[@AlexanderVadura]

Mir ergeht es genauso. 1960 habe ich begonnen das Tischlerhandwerk zu erlernen. Wenn ich so etwas sehen darf, dann habe ich nicht sehr viel gelernt. Danke für dieses Video 🎉

[@w.knudsen5570]

Carpentry is something that I have not learned. I do enjoy watching someone at their craft. This video shows an artist at its best.

[@threecampbells]

The old ways live in this very gifted man. I hope he has someone who is interested to learn and understand and have it passed on to them. People like him are a blessing to everyone. I say to this gentleman "you are a master of building" live long, live healthy, live blessed, be at peace and joy.

[@christianpnorris]

Hopefully the baby at the end will carry wood for the dad in the middle when he pulls this bridge up like the gramdpa at the beginning with the new trees that need cleared for the garden in the future. :)

[@paulieramos]

Rodger Campell you are stupid, stop trying to kick knowledge and act like you praise this dude. I can build that with a pneumatic air gun and a 12 inch circular table saw in half the time than Mr. MIYAGI

[@threecampbells]

@@paulieramos Grandfather of mine had me helping build houses at 8yrs old. I have a 26 year masters in HVAC-R. I worked heavy industry, industrial plants, chemical factories. I got an engineering degree. I guess the difference between an arrogant self absorbed prick and someone like me who belives in the values of the old ways. Yeah, go use your power tools and your rude behavior and build a great bridge so you can feel impotant when you lack wisdom, skills and manners. Have a good life wonder man✌

[@onetanimal9725]

All of the channels like this need to get together and make a village

[@emelen123jamesula2]

That would be fantastic.

[@reforgedcriterion1471]

Our ancestors have, over and over, since the beginning of man.

[@youngkale2685]

@@reforgedcriterion1471 and now we live in concrete jungles where you sit in the same spot all day to be able to live

[@reforgedcriterion1471]

​@@youngkale2685 Some of you do, while the rest of us live normal lives. That's the reason why people can't see eye to eye when it comes to politics. City people have completely different issues than country folk. I'd go crazy too if I lived in a box, then rode a box to work in another box.

[@reforgedcriterion1471]

@Omega There are massive cities covered by the ocean that aren't much more than clean cut rock. Look more like landing strips for aliens.

What an invaluable heritage to share with the world- Grandpa Amu, I want to thank you for sharing us your incredible craftsman abilities, your humbleness, your patience and dedication. I hope you live a long peaceful healthy life and keep sharing your wisdom with us

[@ciprianodelgadillo7153]

Realmente ingenioso.

[@giuseppes8792]

Milo Zabál, very well said sir and wanted to say something along those lines. This was a masterpiece.

[@tdalb8985]

I just wish, I could've said, what you did. Nice post.

[@bennettbeathard8781]

@@tdalb8985 why are, you putting, so many, commas?

[@dpz9872]

@@bennettbeathard8781 So trolls have something to do would be my guess.

[@АртёмКулябин-о4и]

Дедушка Аму ты мастер каких нужно еще по искать и осталось таких мастеров вообще мало, дай бог тебе прожить столько же сколько ты прожил и ЗДОРОВЬЯ ТЕБЕ ОГРОМНОГО👏👏👏🤝🤝🤝🤝🤝👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@loriamora6202]

how this evolved to cell phones and computers

[@bfcfan2739]

In a world where technology has largely taken over our lives i found this mans ability to create something practical and beautiful using natural materials from the local environment inspiring. Great job.

[@brettonjohansen1619]

@Socrates 1 and 0 make no sense 😭

[@ohmahgawdfilms]

my favorite part was the wedges in the hand rail. When it's hammered down it holds the walking slats down and then the wedges spread the wood inside locking it into place. This is absolutely genius!

[@TheArditra]

Exactly what I thought too! At first I thought old foo was gonna wreck the wood but nu'uh he done good.

[@stephenlomas8555]

It's, actually called a foxed mortice and tenon which is good to see but very rare these days.

[@lorddiablo8575]

Yeah, Me too ..... I do admire much about this kind of self - knocking system , what a genius design WITHOUT a piece of nail, just by Inter-locking system like dovetail design !

[@kanalbiru]

Yes, I agree this advance tech

[@ivanzucconi]

Old carpentry tricks. Make sure it is right or it won't come off.😜😉

[@TheDailyMemesShow]

Grandpa is a genius: he knows how to magically appear in my recommendations tab without me expecting it 😁

[@kurokyoto6221]

he's just looking out for all of his grandkids

[@rc-wingman5719]

Ccp sponsored videos. They are popping up everywhere on KZbin to give China a better international face. Videos like these are artificial upvoted to become trending. There are a lot of documentry about soft power in China here on KZbin. This is probably all fake and the bridge isnt used for anything.

[@baoxilu2739]

No design drawings, only the most basic tools, and the bridge turned out to be so beautifully proportioned. What a master craftsman and an artist!

[@MonicaEGolak]

The grandpa Amu is not lazy he is very diligent. Also his age doesn´t stop him. That is what keeps him going, his creativity. Keep up the good work Grandpa Amu.🙏💯👍💚😉

[@faiekisaacs9370]

Really beautiful the way the grandpa let his grandson cross the bridge first, the future moving forward, over the solid foundation created by those who came before. ❤️

[@threeNinetySix]

also if the bridge collapses children heal faster :P

[@bendover2684]

Dude dont over interprete the smallest fart Into a hurricane

[@Anya-B.]

Solid foundation, you say? :/ Well... He IS kinda putting his bridge directly onto the soil, in a very humid area, so... well... :/

[@waste8154]

@@bendover2684 fart?

[@bendover2684]

@@waste8154 fart

[@tessquarles9587]

Grandpa Amu is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! If you happen to just "FIND" this video in your feed, PLEASE watch others of his!! He truly makes some of the best, most wonderful thing's! And his relationship with the little grandson is SO ADORABLE!! 💜💜💜💜

[@gezaburkit8914]

The Best. Thank You Grandpa Amu for showing us your beautiful art.

[@youshouldread]

I have 37 years in carpentry. I can build just about anything. But the patience to cut, chisel and build this are on a level I have not achieved.👍

[@jefflemere4609]

Yet.

[@youshouldread]

@@jefflemere4609 there's no yet. I can't do it...😵

[@jefflemere4609]

@@youshouldread The implied yet means you could do it, though not the same way, meaning you might be able to do similar as him. One mustn't limit themselves or they may be blind to what is doable.

[@shaunmichaels6801]

@@youshouldread yeah, you can, build some thing🤔😉😅👍

[@MisterXdotcom]

@@youshouldread I was thinking the same, my late grandfather was master carpenter and wood work in general, he was really good but this is on another level!

[@LiveLNXgaming]

"very powerful craftsman" is the exact right title.

[@dunaldd0ck]

In german sehr mächtiger bauarbeiter,sounds like he would have the power of a king

[@Nebujin383]

@@dunaldd0ck it's not "Bauarbeiter" ... it is "Handwerker".

[@baruq4786]

The subtitle should be: Why buy a hammer when you have an ax?

[@logan5326]

Grandpa Amu is no joke; he’s even using old school tools to make this great bridge! Working with him must be a true pleasure!

[@ionex20]

i think soo... without machine

[@logan5326]

Irwan Transspotters ..true!

[@MusikArsenal]

Even working for him would be.

[@cornovii3012]

It would be an honour to work with him :)

[@nothappening3789]

A true craftsman. Amazing work. Just a few old school tools. Real talent.

[@davidsun1483]

老工匠的手藝真的很棒令人敬佩

[@lugwrench9832]

When an old man dies, a library burns to the ground.

[@luisstanker1491]

Nice spoke. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@_Solaris]

Hey, that's good

[@MrPingoMS]

That's true.

[@abf9112]

@kawazaki kizuko bruh

[@cranky9830]

Underrated comment

[@nlee8801]

Very nice bridge. Very good video to watch and learn and I have learned alot from your watching your works. Thank alot grandpa Mu.

[@seanlee7563]

Skilled carpenter.

[@Hunter_Brandon2]

There's something oddly human about an old man using his lifetime of knowledge and skill to build a literal bridge for his grandchildren to walk across.

[@inhalemyants9569]

"A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they will never sit in." -Greek proverb In this case, it's a bridge.

[@katie-st8nx]

@@inhalemyants9569 great quote

[@AutistiCat2406]

NO Biden not a lifetime of knowledge...

[@namelastname4077]

AutistiCat2406 why not a lifetime? speaks english. use words.

[@tommymack3210]

AutistiCat2406 and how do you know, AutistiCat2406?...

[@scottandersen420]

You are a very talented craftsman, Grandpa. There is so much to be learned with so little time. Thank you!

[@pacibaco]

Had I had the choice I’d have dropped everything to spent the last 30 years to work under this man . A true wealth of knowledge. No time clock , no drama , no corporate ladder on nonsense

[@PaarthGuptaYT]

rick poghll Well said.

[@kenyastud]

...and no fifty shades of taxes

[@xXWorldgamefunXx]

Yet you are still dependend on wages from your corporate overlords. Capitalism !

[@bobcranberries5853]

I’m pretty sure the CCP is helping him produce these videos as KZbin is completely banned in China. Do I sound paranoid? Go watch China Uncensored!

[@vladtheimpaler1570]

@@bobcranberries5853 good on the CCP then.

[@vlas8329]

Why someone would dislike this is beyond me .. these skills and knowledge needs to be preserved

[@Masimirrimies]

Because its corona spreaders

[@rufs6468]

They are preserved mate they're called joiners and carpenters, and the people that design the bridges and structural support are architects and engineers.

[@harrisonharrison5678]

@@Masimirrimies You are the enemy of the Chinese.

[@ChefMitter]

same reason why this guy has 1 mn subs but some random dude with a base guitar and memes gains a mil. subs a month.

[@saintbarrett5121]

I asked the same thing

[@ScipioWasHere]

"A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in."

[@hyang8901]

Wonderful comments

[@ByuDwitomo]

Ima write something so i could get back to this comment in the future..

[@marcelescoda7045]

Wise. This is the problem with politicians, they never make long term actions, just acting for votes in the next election.

[@venoir6930]

marcel escoda exactly, our politics are destined to fail

[@dabj9546]

Are you implying he is gonna die before getting use out of the bridge?

[@Chinawoodcarving]

I’m a carpenter for 55 years this year, the sixth generation descendant of a carpenter family, and the inheritor of China's intangible cultural heritage. When I watch this man I feel like an apprentice again. The culture of Chinese architecture is extensive and profound and deserves our in-depth research and study all our life. Hope to see more of your projects!

[@tjrodgers4200]

Old construction has always been a passion of mine. It is a lost art that is a shame we are loosing. Old construction techniques are stronger, and last longer. Thank you Grandpa A Mu for sharing your skill so others may learn from it. You are a master of your craft.

[@zhongwei2150]

日本比我们保留的还要多

[@Clover0528]

True.

[@GrassSaint33]

Would this thing really be more reliable than a modern steel bridge? That seems unlikely.

[@MichaelRay380]

@@GrassSaint33 Steel doesn't grow on trees

[@itsxandr]

This brings me peace in a way that I can't even describe

[@RAMIROXX]

X2

[@bidenadministrationischina5091]

True that

[@menpeko9338]

Ww3: Daft incoming

[@lifesabuzzwhoopwhoop]

You and me both

[@abeginnerspov5968]

Don't describe.

[@brandusagheorghe7517]

No, no, no..... This is not a bridge!!!!!!! This is ART!!!! Respect from Romania!

[@petechin3305]

太令人佩服尊敬了！

[@davidzhang5600]

@Rowena Tam 中国很古的古建筑都是没钉的，因为铁钉还没被发明。

[@clauescorpio0825]

Exactly🤗😀😊👑💜💜💜💝

[@timmayer8723]

This is beyond art, this bridge is a master piece, defined as one of a kind, the Mona Lisa comes to mind.

[@theaterofsouls]

for real...

[@edyirawan7406]

Bagus dan kuat tanpa paku jembatan kayuNya. Terimakasih bapak sudah mau berbagi teknik cara pembuatannya. Dari Sibolga (Sumatera Utara) Indonesia.

[@RPIdemon]

I have no idea how this got recommended to me, but this is some amazing craftsmanship. Not only that, but this has arguably the best soundtrack of all of the building videos I've ever seen

[@Haunter131313]

I do wood projects all the time for most my life. I am amazed at the craftsmanship of this! Absolutely awesome! As a craftsman to another, I really enjoyed watching you work and learned too. Thank you for sharing.

[@stephencrawford6082]

Why would anyone dislike this? A joy to watch this amazing skill.

[@rmns987]

IKEA

[@1Corinthians151-4]

Probably racist ppl. Unfortunate

[@samhammer]

Power tool fetishists.

[@Walaney]

Sad man/people..🤣

[@ddsbabes7140]

they watch d whole vid just to dislike shame

[@АнтониоПетров-я7щ]

Дорогой отец, ты в очередной раз создал ещё один шедевр!!! Лёгкий, изящьный и невесомый!! Пройтись по которому одно удовольствие!!!! Он очень хорошо вписался в сам сад, паря над журчащим ручьём, восхитительная картина!!! Отец живи долго и дай бог тебе сил на новые свершения!!!😎😉🙂☺😀😄🙄💪👌👏🖒👍🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺

[@sotovido7808]

If I could make him young I would. His talents should last forever.

[@Sarge92]

oh god let the poor man rest

[@sotovido7808]

@@Sarge92 you're the poor man so go rest.

[@Mewwiee1]

@@sotovido7808 He lived a tough and beautiful life I think he deserves a rest

[@Mewwiee1]

@@sotovido7808 the only way to preserve his talent is to teach young people.

[@Ferboza]

@@Sarge92 but he have a good life

[@willdpj15]

This guy should have his own masterclass on traditional building.

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

Yes and pass down his knowledge as well

[@mathquik1872]

so beautiful. and without any major effort. wow.

[@cloudiwolker8134]

And you obviously never heard of carpenting.

[@alonzomartii]

@@cloudiwolker8134 And you never heard of people using screws, nails and pocket wholes then call it carpentry.

[@pat2430]

@@alonzomartii what exactly do you think people did prior to modern carpentry?

[@aletaschulz1108]

Mortis and tendon construction is better than glue and nails or even glue and screws! Thank you for showing such beautiful craftmanship in building an arch bridge🤗

[@jeffffro7674]

I've built tables with the same 'fox wedged tenons' and then also 'through wedged tenons' and I can tell everyone, if the bridge was wider, you could EASILY drive a 18 wheeler across that, loaded with a bulldozer!! Yet, not an ounce of glue or a single screw or nail used! This is how things need to be done! Astonishingly beautiful!

[@salvadorelmercabotageiii9148]

jeffffro7674 maybe if he used hardwood and not soft wood like what he used

[@j.r.millstone]

@@salvadorelmercabotageiii9148 softwood can be very beneficial in this application. Softwoods will flex and bend in situations where hardwood would crack or break.

[@РисковыйЧародей]

@@j.r.millstone заходим в гости, смотрим как мы строим)

[@richardbigouette3651]

It's also a lot more work to do with hand tools. Very impressive!

[@wangxiaoxiao732]

阿木爷爷太了不起了，想传统艺术致敬

[@AndresSepeda-tz6pf]

De verdad es un genio

[@ДобромирБояджиев]

Това не се учи никъде. Това е талант.

[@richardvillegas3799]

Can’t even express the brilliance of this craftsmanship #respect

[@robertnorris1808]

Utterly amazing to watch how Grandpa Amu built this bridge. Doing it all with hand tools and zero power equipment or glue or nails. This little bridge will be around for all in this mans family to cherish and see the beautiful job their Grandpa Amu has done. After watching this I can see why it has had so many views. My hats off to you Grandpa Amu and I hope your son and others in your family will carry on with what they have learned from you.

[@juanalvarez5550]

MICHELANGELO BUILD THE SAME, MUCHO MORE SOFISTICATE. YOU CAN SEE IT A VINCI, ITALY, IN HIS MUSEUM.

[@hawk2239]

@@juanalvarez5550 Зануда придираться к деталям

[@Dani-ef3cf]

This popped up on my recommendations. Why?🤔🤷🏻‍♀️But I love Grandpa Amu. When he was prepping the wood, using the tools 🛠 🧰 he reminds me of my Dad and I when I was 4 years old. My Dad was a carpenter. I was his helper. I am now starting a new career in construction 🔨 🏗 Ironically, after a first career in the field of medical 🏥 records. 😁this must be a confirmation I'm on the right track? Thanks dad❤️Thanks Grandpa Amu.

[@maxgrey435]

What a polished example of woodworking mastery. These guys are amazing!!!!!

[@Ekaymos]

Crafting level: Master Category: Wood

[@Rodox2k10]

Specialty: Screw-less.

[@CN-wt2bj]

What the fvck is grandpa amu. Why is this in my feed?

[@CN-wt2bj]

He built a shitty wooden bridge so what.

[@pogdog86]

@@CN-wt2bj b r u h

[@pogdog86]

@@CN-wt2bj w t a f

[@Emma-re5th]

Popped up in my recommended. Okay then, Grandpa Amu, let’s do this.

[@moirazzz2255]

My grandpa did carpentry as well. We are still using tables and benches he built when he was alive. When I was little, he used work outside of my bedroom window. Each morning I was woken up by the sound of him working on the woods and also the birds' songs. And in summer all the rice fields in front of our house would turn to different shades of green and it was so beautiful. I really miss those days in the countryside.

[@clipboard.]

Nice

[@dr_khan4u]

Wow,.where are you from?

[@hadrianaugustus3547]

Move back

[@Abcdefg25152]

Move back and give your kids that memorys

[@moirazzz2255]

@@Abcdefg25152 But no one back home does carpentry anymore. How sad.

[@BobbyTucker]

I was totally enthralled at this gentleman's expert craftmanship throughout this video, I never once looked at the time, just paying attention to the detail. I could never build something like this and be confident as this man was. I knew he trusted his prowess completely when I observed his grandson walking ahead of him on his completed footbridge, what a masterpiece. I want to say thank you, Sir, for sharing a snapshot of your life with all of us.

[@eddarby469]

I would never have the patience to make those dovetails with hand tools. I could build that bridge with hand tools and no metal fasteners, but it would not have the degree of craftsmanship he put into this project. Very well done.

[@user-00dog]

FREE UIGHUR . FREE HONG KONG.

[@hogfry]

I've been woodworking most of my life and I cannot stress enough how amazing his technique is... the patience and the skill he shows is incredible.

[@poppopsapiaries9061]

An amazing craftsman in art and beauty. Memorizing to watch his skillful hands create a masterpiece bridge with the most basic of hand tools. Well done Sir.

[@shawnlund]

Grandpa Amu, that was absolutely brilliant. The self wedging posts was the coolest think I have seen in years.

[@alexdawson7266]

Yeah...wow! Those little finger wedges he fitted in...first thought was there's no way that's going to be good, but makes a super joint. Bet that bridge is still strong 100 years from now. Good job. I am humbled.

[@shmickyshmoe]

I always enjoy watching grandpa😄

[@johntate9612]

I'm a finish carpenter, which means I can start projects, I just can't finish them...thank you for sharing. That guy was great...no nails no electricity...wow !

[@nothingnew69]

What...you can start it but not finish. Are you Democrat. Lol seriously I'm a carpenter and I can build anything start to finish. Wait a finisher ...finishes it.

[@janedoe-dy3rr]

Oh wow! I had no idea that I actually have a title. Happy day lol.

[@vintagejoehill]

Using the axe as a mallet. I love it. Just everything this dude does is legit awesome. Absolute legend. Beautiful build

[@vexillonerd]

Everyone uses the axe as mallet/hammer.

[@noobihack1141]

Joe... shuuut uuuuup🙄

[@thekingpotato3299]

But he used a hammer

[@vintagejoehill]

@Dingleberry jeff of course. I just love the simplicity of the tools he's using. American's bitch if the tool is the wrong color. This dude is using a hatchet that's probably 30 years old to cut and hammer. It's a good change of pace.

[@vintagejoehill]

@@noobihack1141 nooooooooooo. :) Have a good day.

[@kingdunker7935]

The bridge is more secure than my future.

[@cayennenaturetrails8953]

LoL !!!! Yeah :)

[@krisismat9022]

Hahaha =)

[@noneofurbusiness1464]

bahahahaha....right...lol

[@immigratewithjim]

😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@樂咖林]

小橋流水人間仙境，再搭配上爺爺的巧手滿分

[@anyone4mud]

What is most amazing to me is the fact that I never saw him use a tape measure. Or for that matter no level, no plumbline, no square, not even a piece of string. I've been a carpenter and woodworker for most of my adult life. I'm 63 years old and after watching this man work I must admit my skills are nothing compared to him. I am thoroughly impressed!

[@JustAnotherThisDJ]

Maybe it was edited, but I like to think of this man as a wood ninja no matter ;)

[@nlight8769]

@Baby Lon He did use nails... but just for previewing the central structure at the beginning of the video

[@AkariLimano]

@@nlight8769 where do you see nails? Around 0:50 there are only pencil marks.

[@mmpdg]

Impressive work! Strong and beautiful!!! That must be ancient technology for sure!

[@nlight8769]

@@AkariLimano at 0:48 bottom of the screen on the quarter left, look closely, this is not he only place, but this one is the most obvious. For this assembly to hold at that moment without any sort of mortise or "slot lines", he either had to use some kind of rope, or nails, or glue... nails it was. Nothing wrong about it, and nothing diminishing his skills, but hey, I have the impression that many people actually overate his skills. He obviously wasn't taught with the utmost precision as we tend to do in the west, just with the right enough precision where it does makes most sense, in a highly functionnal and efficient way. No time to waste sorta spirit, whith hand tools. The dude is amazing and impressive regardless. Just saying that his videos should motivate anyone to actually give it a try, they might be surprised that in the end the most diificult is not necessarly what it might seems at first glance.

[@AGhostintheHouse]

I hope he has young apprentices so that his skills can be passed on.

[@72Yonatan]

Most Chinese farmers are moving to live in urban areas now. But it would be sad if this art is not passed down to the future generations.

[@ETERNlTUS]

He has a kid (or in-law), who help him off-screen, which is also the father of boy who appear in this and some other videos.. That guy also the one operating the camera, editing it, upload on youtube, and also mantain this channel.

[@davidalanjonesridge9874]

Ah, yes, I adamantly agree with you all concerning this skill being passed on. As I have attend arts and crafts shows most of the booths are attended by what would appear to me to be a senior person, so, in order to perpetuate the skill I have asked some if they are training a young person? And sometimes that young person is assisting in the attendance of the booth, so, they are not only learning the skill but also the business side.

[@johnp556]

@Aconite sucks, should be guilds to ensure the true skilled craftsman get paid. Same reason why grocery store bread is the norm not the exception.

[@sws212]

It's known in Japan as Joinery. Not sure if the Chinese has any stark difference but the art itself is surviving ok. Definitely not as well as it should but there are a lot of enthusiasts around the world who learn and use it.

[@carlos19524]

1000 years from now: grandpa builds flyable airplane ( no engine or gas)

[@Yung_Bnoxxx]

Grandpa builds a nuclear bomb (no metal or screws)

[@arthritis1097]

erickRBLX I think that would be a bit of a stretch prob like 50 years

[@corneleousworthington4566]

Grampa Amu shoulda used nails.. bridge breaks while testing, cause grampa tear his tunic

[@lonnieporter8566]

No, he'll do that tomorrow.

[@Millyjayttv]

First, Grandpa builds fountain of youth (no fountain, no youth)

[@路人-r9i]

有能力 有手藝 還肯分享與傳承 是一位令人敬佩的師傅👍

[@tubetaz]

In another life, or in a parallel universe, I'd love to be his son or grandson so that I could be his apprentice. He has so much love and patience for his wonderful skills. Thank you so much, Sir!

[@HollywoodCreeper]

Great plan to get the apprenticeship. Hahahaha Sounds like it might work. Fingers crossed that in another life, you could be this apprentice that you so fervently desire. It sounds like a passion. Talk about going through the backdoor.

[@-Deena.]

My thoughts entirely. Your are a mind reader. 😊

[@chijinduchizoba7194]

No nails and everything keyed in and super strong.

[@graham2631]

I was at peace watching him build it,l don't have words to describe the moment he had with his grandson.

[@-Deena.]

@@graham2631 Me neither. It was beautiful beyond words. It is life as it is meant be...pure earth connection and love.

[@robertcecil6880]

I so admire and respect old world crafts and craftsmen. Absolutely, hats off Grandfather.

[@Zidniaailman]

*IKEA has left the chat*

[@junsong8834]

I am sorry. :)

[@EngMorvan]

😂😂😂

[@xiuxiuyi7971]

hhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@Mrw5211]

😂

[@_NakFelzKi_]

*HAHAHAHA*

[@wahyunurhidayat2425]

Wah luarbiasa sekali ide kreatifnya ke sangat menginspirasi sekali Wajib di coba nih Terimakasih ilmu baru nya

[@dr.100purrscent5]

Grandpa Amu is a True Magician! He is showing us all his secrets and are Minds Are Still Blown away by his talent! He is amazing and as cute as a button. I'm so glad his son encouraged him to share his magic with the world, it is such a delight to see. The toys he makes for his grandson are outstanding. 💗💗💗

[@SylvanApe]

I agree its cool to have this on YT, but this is basic engineering, not secrets and no one should have their mind blown by it.

[@dr.100purrscent5]

@@SylvanApe I have to stand by my comment, because to me it is mind blowing and lovely. I've watched him make incredible toys for his grandson and they are very impressive. Hell, I can't do it and even if I could I still like to give people their props because it's cool to see something creative and positive. Plus, the videos are encouraging to give people inspiration to try build something...big or small. But that's my opinion. You are certainly allowed to have your opinion too. I happen to find him magical, that's all. I hope someone in your life finds you magical. I'm sure you have cool talents too. Have a wonderful day 💗

[@SylvanApe]

@@dr.100purrscent5 Like I said, it is cool and the man has skills, but... It's just like the 'I can't draw' mentality, holding what he does as something other than skills anyone can acquire is what makes others think they can't do this too. It is a barrier to others trying.

[@dr.100purrscent5]

@@SylvanApe I disagree. I think his videos are encouraging. Just because I have never built a mini bridge doesn't mean I don't believe in myself...carpentry isn't my natural skill. I can learn, and with a little guidance I can do a lot. But that's neither here nor there. This isn't about me not believing in myself. I'm good. I am inspired by his talent. I have many talents of my own too. Some people acknowledge them; some people hate on them; but most people don't know about them. As I grow I learn that all 3 sides are just fine, because my only true competition is me. I'm becoming more happy with me everyday, Grandpa Amu seems pretty happy. I guess that is all that matters really. Peace ✌

[@SylvanApe]

@@dr.100purrscent5 ​ @Dr. 100 PurrScent "This isn't about me not believing in myself" It's not about you at all, nor was what I said. If you reread my post you will see I am talking about how holding people/skills like this in reverence is a barrier to others trying. It's exactly how ancient societies like stone masons, carpenters, weavers etc used to stop others trying to copy their techniques or even have a go without paying dues. It was always 5% 'magic' that had to be given to you, or inherited. Once people learned that there was only skill, not juju, involved, many more people began to do it themselves. "carpentry isn't my natural skill" And here it is in all its 'I can't draw' glory. It's not a natural skill for anyone, it is a skill-learned and practiced. See, it's insipid in our language and minds - 'He's special' so he can do it, rather than, 'He has developed a skill with the help of others, I can do it too.'

[@baine5.7]

How can this have dislikes! That was some of best craftsmanship ive seen, not one nail an solid as heck .

[@spaceninjasteve3356]

Swedish/ Irish American most are people that don’t want it in their recommended feed. But i am with you. This is awesome!

[@maggiesmith6013]

It's probably because it was used as click bate for advertising. We probably fall somewhere in a Google algorithm that says we will like the content. Kinda makes me feel used too. That being said, I do really like the video.

[@crazy9932]

Problibly cus it comes across as lost art and ancient wisdom, when a 10 yr old can look up on google how to make same thing. Heck in h.s my ckass mates and i would make lots of crap out of wood, and metal. Im not trying to dis on video, but when you can go to library and read up on how to do wood working, and follow instructions like in a lego set.. its not really lost art then. Just a guy building a bridge. That's my opinion on why thier dis likes, i didn't dislike it, he did a good job. Just opinion on what others think is all. Sorry if sound mean.

[@UnvisitedProfile]

adam latham you’re right but if you personally met the man you would understand exactly why. To hell with this guy.

[@crazy9932]

@@UnvisitedProfile nope never met him. Goid thing it was a guess lol

[@nevasoba5953]

Im a carpenter now for almost 25 years . I cant hold grandpas tape . He is an artist.

[@ShakyamuniBuddhaHouse]

Best wish from Hong Kong, China. To build a bridge without one nail, this is what we call Chinese wisdom and traditional arts. I am proud of being a Chinese.

[@katharinabecker752]

In Europe we know this type of bridge as a 'Leonardo da Vinci' bridge.

[@its570Key]

I’m not the only one that watched the whole thing because of how soothing the background music was 😂😂

[@aresRebellion]

I watched the whole thing in silence on autoplay

[@darealberrygarcia]

Why are block people are so evil

[@carlotiu1308]

Imagine this video playing shitty electro music in the background

[@wilfordbostic5334]

I know right

[@teachmechinese]

The bridge turned out 100 times more amazing than i could've imagined

[@Android-qj2yu]

Damn the end made me tear up. You can see the accomplishment in his face. Him being an older man, I can imagine him wanting to leave pieces of him around so his grandkids can remember him.

[@bbayerit]

I loved watching Grandpa build his bridge, but could spend endless hours each day just staring at it and enjoying its beauty and strength.

[@WBell]

Blessed grandfather, how all the young should have a great role model.

[@RT-rt9rt]

Long live Grandpa Amu and his helper... We need more people like Grandpa Amu and his partner...

[@bobross547]

Yes

[@borvigroup5311]

Hope this grandpa healthy and happiness

[@hernisr.quinonez824]

.

[@jameslumley5170]

You are a Master Builder, Sir. You created something purposeful and made a masterpiece in doing so. Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for sharing!

[@ЛехаГарай]

Этому человеку жизни и здоровья.

[@lssimon.7143]

Every piece just fit perfect 👌

[@SRK.203]

Натуральный жизни

[@tdutybq10]

И русского леса....побольше да???

[@АнжейДжованни]

@@tdutybq10 пнх

[@tdutybq10]

@@АнжейДжованни и пож, не хамите... Или пешая прогулка с эротич уклоном???

[@ColdOsburn]

Someone need to make a documentary of this guy he must have a lot of history and stories to talk about

[@RaneBane]

I dont think they talk much tbh

[@BRONCOS997]

eddispagheddi what is that supposed to mean?

[@tanveerdeyvlogs1392]

wood history documentary?

[@alphajalloh8602]

TANVEER DEY VLOGS life lesson, only in the west people don’t respect older people. Being old in many cultures is to be wise. Except in The west

[@waterloobear3159]

They made the virus. No thanks

[@singlemomrvlife]

支持阿木爷爷。很多外国人都以为这种技术是日本的，youtube上也很多日本的账号做手做木工，希望更多的人看到阿木爷爷，知道这种古老的技术其实源自于中国，也希望中国的年轻人能传承下去。有机会的话我很想学习

[@jxjren6545]

国内视频网站也不少，可有用吗？这堵墙在那他们看不到我们的视频我们也看不到他们的视频😂（顶多靠几个转载）

[@tvchina1175]

＠zac233 bal 做视频的用户不在于多，在于精。即使有那么多的用户涌入这上面，你想一下youtube的官方会怎么做，绝对会删账号。不希望太多人看到真实的中国是他们的政治正确。最近我都有思考过一个问题。你说啊，共产党知不知道还有一些用户可以翻墙，其实是知道的，只是睁一只眼闭一只眼。你可能会说，因为国内有一些国外的企业以及留学生。如果是他们这部分人完全可以凭借签证以及外国公司的资格申请专线申请专用账号。就好像是在这防火墙上面开了很多给他们的通道。后来我仔细的想了一下，我明白了，因为翻墙出来的这些人都是有脑子的人，都有独立思考认知和判断的能力。墙外的资讯看的多了，有很多以前不明白的事情就明白了。 想要更多的外国人看到了解这些东西说实话很难，因为话语权都在西方手中，或者说你所展示你文化用的平台都是人家的，你不占优势。系统不给你推荐，什么用都没有。

[@oscarazaria2141]

Ok

[@lahujack9457]

zac233 bal 现在KZbin不也很多人订阅了吗

[@CapnChkn1]

是的，嗯，我了解，但是我已经看到中美洲印第安人和其他有才能，才华和时间的人进行类似的手工制作。 作为西方人，我们为这位绅士所具备的和平，安宁和能力感到着迷

[@Moh--Ali0909]

問候阿穆教授，您真是一位真正的老師。我在我的國家伊朗親吻您的手 😘

[@fieldagent59isintheforest32]

from Southern California.......... Grandpa Amu looks like he has about 1000 years of experience and understanding stored in his brain........amazing...

[@derricksmith6573]

The way he used the wedges to lock the railing in was genius.

[@samc2481]

This is the traditional way of building the arch bridge in China...

[@WorldAquariumSingapore]

he should write a book or ebook

[@sarttee]

i was looking at the titl, and im thinking... no nails? whats he using wood.... few minutes later he is.

[@jmsegurac]

Dude I was just gonna say the same thing. A true master indeed.

[@TheJesseManer]

I only came to the comments to see if anyone else thought this. incredible idea.

[@LostChaos1313]

"Holy $#:+" Old school carpentry at its finest. As a carpenter that is some fine skills used to build a simply beautiful structure.

[@wideawake7071]

I built a deck a years back an its a little over kill .. cause i spent more time thinking of the best ways to make it strong an sturdier than others ive looked over.. i can remember checking it out after the long process i took an the feeling i had knowing i did this. Cause im not a carpenter, but its been almost 20 years now an this structure is still strong an standing.. the feeling its gave me over these years has been worth more than just a deck.. watching that old man smile after completing his project, yea, i understand , i understand completely.. id love to have his skill..

[@CarlosMorales-dn8ww]

He started when he was 12 years old

[@JZBL86]

in ancient China, they did built the buildings like this

[@bumblebee0369]

@@JZBL86 . ..I bet all those buildings built like this stood up for a very long time. If their still standing today. Very nice

[@JZBL86]

@@bumblebee0369 there still are many these kind of buildings in China. the oldest extant timber-frame building in China were built in Tang dynasty, more than 1000 years ago. You may see Nanchan tample at en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nanchan_Temple

[@joenmass]

What a wonderful craftsman with an eye for engineering. May Grandpa live a long healthy life making more amazing things. Thank you for sharing your video.

[@suburbia8831]

God some buddy pay this man. The world 🌎 needs more people like him he’s golden 🙌🏾

[@biglemon204]

Pay him for what- building a foot bridge on his own property?

[@suburbia8831]

Big Lemon o I didn’t know it was his property

[@b58_productions]

corona alert

[@dayconcept6197]

@@biglemon204 HAHAHAHAHAHAHA U MADE MY DAY DUDE!!!!

[@MK-ny7tp]

Gand mara gae na.. aae the Hoshiyar ban ne.

[@Razvii]

This man out here casually making dozens of damn near perfect fit dove tail joints like second nature

[@majsketchup]

That and the joints for the hand railing which were made to expand by using small wedges (so it seemed) were super impressive

[@richard2mitchell]

@@majsketchup yea you got it right the holes was tapered

[@stanleystriker7065]

I hope he's got at least one apprentice working for him.... 🤩

[@SheolicSeraph]

I recall that as a child, my grandpa from China would come over every two or three years. Dude as an absolute beast in wood work and gardening. He made all his tools by hand, and actually forged the metal parts himself. He made us beds, chairs, replaced our doors, etc. I don’t recall that he ever used a single nail or screw, but solely relied on wood working techniques. When I asked him how he got so good, he said he spent his childhood in the 1940s and 50s learning how to work wood. Some people obtain these old skills because they grew up in rural areas and had to hand make things by themselves, so knowledge was passed on through the generations.

[@majsketchup]

@@SheolicSeraph That's amazing. Thanks for sharing

[@A_Man_In_His_Van]

Those self tightening tenons with the little wedges that tighten as it goes into the mortise are slick. Very advanced skill here.

[@k.s.3748]

In the west we call those fox-wedged tenons. They fell out of style here several generations ago.

[@shaunmichaels6801]

Never even seen one before, lost skills....

[@christianpnorris]

Yah, that creamed my coffee... I had a cross-cultural/generational re-eureka event seeing that. Amaze-balls ingenious!

[@chrisbabbitt4202]

@@k.s.3748 what replaced it?

[@ABhandari]

Absolutely amazing ingenuity!

[@hanslgurtner3082]

Not the one who earned a million in one month, my respect, but this man who still masters the old techniques.

[@陳素珍-n3h]

這種木拱橋和周邊的環境非常融入，是水泥橋不能比的，非常好看

[@i1lusion]

@Phil ·net 这是在葱省，那边没事的。

[@himia2091]

Shawn Chen 山东就山东嘛

[@himia2091]

Phil ·net 不是所有的南方都大水 地形地貌个别的几个地方

[@李佩光]

@JLO L 有芭蕉树应该是两广地区

[@上善若水-i1t]

@@i1lusion 葱省哈哈哈哈哈，

[@ramonrogel1131]

Watched this during lockdown. Workmanship is amazing considering that he was using logs that are not completely straight and uneven diameters! Lot of patience in cutting out tongues, grooves and rabbets.

[@invent5540]

Said the guy who built nothing😉

[@granola661]

@@invent5540 Its still impressive how well he is fitting those uneven and different logs together perfectly. I have built a lot of shit in my life with wood and also metal and it always takes me a lot of back and forth fitting and tuning before its perfect but this guy just measured everything perfectly even tho his working material is uneven and rough

[@hudsonboysfirewood8322]

Hell Yeah most people couldn't understand the craftsmanship it takes to do a project with the enormous amount of detail that he put into this

[@rodkirt9273]

Reaper of Souls With all of the cuts in the scenes and the ability to edit the video; how can you know that he did this project with just one try? Looks like you are assuming more than what probably actually happened. The project ended up looking like a piece of art.

[@davidmalle1677]

Outstanding truly delightful in seeing his grandchild on a bridge that his roots built so masterfully

[@Hellbent7069]

Wow! Grandpa's wood working skills are impeccable to say the least. He's a very hard worker. Be blessed grandpa.