How do I Crate & Ship 12 Cannon Wheels? #11 | Engels Coach Shop

[@deanhoward1374]

This series has been a joy to watch. Thank you so much for taking the time to take us along with you.

[@Dog.soldier1950]

For those wondering about the cost of the wheels Mr Engels already gave a pretty good idea. 300 hrs of construction , 300x a shop rate of $65.00 hr= $20,000 plus materials of $20,000 +tax= about $46,000 FOB Joliet, MT . packing and shipping $10,000 totals about $60,000.00. I’m 68 so I might be a bit low but because I remember 5 cent candy bars but crank your own figures in if you desire.

[@jimthesoundman8641]

He's a sub for the place in Palatka, Florida, and they provided the materials. So probably closer to about $1500 to $2000 per wheel would be my guess.

[@johannes.f.r.]

Thanks for taking us along for the ride. The thing that impressed me the most is the craftsmanship, not only that you are able to do all the different steps, but also the experience to do all the steps in the right order and work efficiently.

[@Jeddco66]

I dont know about anyone else but this has been a joy to watch you make these wheels. Your truly a craftsman at what you do even down to crating. Hope the next project is just as much fun and learning as this one was.

[@ThomasBenjaminBenHuggett]

Why would we expect that the crating of the finished work would be any less meticulous than the creation contained inside. Great stuff. Thanks.

[@jannielsen838]

My great-grandfather was a coach-and wheel builder here in Copenhagen Denmark, in the late 1800 and early 1900. Now I can see what his work was all about. Thank you very much for great videos.

[@massoud999]

I have seen many craftsmen work during my life and I am really amazed seeing how you work. You must be one of the best if not THE best one. Be blessed.

[@massoud999]

@@EngelsCoachShop Where I live we don't see them anymore. People prefer to throw things away instead of repairing them and then they buy another one.

[@patrickshannon4854]

WOW! What a job! I watched the series in one sitting and I need a nap! You are a true craftsman. Watching your channel is both entertaining and educational. Thank you.

[@davidconaway2830]

300 hours?! I would've thought nearly double that. Proof positive that your methods and processes have been tuned to perfection over the years. Thank you again for another educational series!

[@robertwestall3456]

There isn’t any other way to describe this except for incredible. Good lord, what a beautiful job through and through. You are truly an amazing craftsman, your attention to detail is astounding. Beautifully done sir!

[@paulrichmond6903]

Thank you so much for sharing your skill with us. It so so very rare these days to have the opportunity to observe a true craftsman practicing their trade. You are a true national treasure. I sincerely hope that you are training the next generation of wheelwrights. The world will be a lesser place without your gifts.

[@nbk9372]

Dad's favorite reply to how much was, more than you got in your pocket or make me an offer I can't refuse! If they retort with, it ain't worth that much, he'll just retort back with; "well that's what it's worth to me"! After they depart, he'll shake his head saying, them "Flatlander's" just don't know when shut up or when you're trying to be nice, but sometimes you just have to give them both barrels at once!

[@ditzydoo4378]

It a lot like watching someone build a "nested doll set", many layer are the end goal.

[@astrodoug1]

Such a pleasure watching a craftsman at work, right down to the packaging. Well done, sir.

[@williamsnelling3544]

Mr Engels you are a legend in your own lifetime. Thanks for the series. A lot of hard repetitive work for you but people will benefit from it for generations to come.

[@blackandgus]

This was a really great series of videos. Apart from the historical significance of the wheels, and that they'll be used to illustrate a period of New World development, it was fascinating watching the replication of cannon wheels using pretty pure traditional techniques blended with some modern techniques. I particularly liked seeing the tires made and put in place. I learned a lot. I hope you get the pictures you would like to have from the customer. Can't wait for your next project. ;)

[@richardcurtis556]

Your craftsmanship is an inspiration to watch. When I was a boy, it was still possible to watch carpenters build a house, plasterers finish a room, cabinet makers ply their trade and blacksmiths make magic with iron and steel. Your videos and the videos of some others give me the same thrill I felt as a boy. Thank you.

[@justsomerandomguy7515]

Incredible dedication to quality. It sure is nice to see a real craftsman with pride in his work.

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

I can imagine the feeling of joy, and contentment, satisfaction, you must get when you see that truck pull away with another good job well done and earned. there goes a lot of Pride in that truck. thank you for what you do. and best of all for sharing it with us.

[@jimmymckay73]

Its great to see there are still men that create these wonderful pieces of artwork .

[@ron.v]

As much as I loved watching you build these wheels I have to admit this was my favorite video. I once was in the warehouse and shipping business. I sometimes picked material, sometimes help load trucks, and sometimes drove the trucks unloading and loading them at the destinations. Watching a perfectionist like you package something this heavy for shipment was a sheer joy. If everyone packaged pallets that way there would probably never be any product damage even if someone dropped the pallet (unless they ran into the product with the lift).

[@jimdaniels3542]

It's really nice to see TRUE craftsmanship.. So much nicer than mass produced cookie cutter stuff being shoved in our faces.. Excellent work ethic. Very hard to find these days.

[@jimwright2795]

You are proficient with so, so, so many tools/processes. Hats off to you.

[@dorfschmidt4833]

Even the packaging is pure art.

[@frankreidy5881]

Pride is your work and attention to detail is wonderful to behold. Thank you for sharing your skills and traditional craft with us.

[@slashusr]

Can't wait for the next project, Sir! You know, I work quite a bit with mahogany in my woodcarving--mostly African nowadays for conservation's sake--and I gotta tell you, all sanded and oiled up as they are, well, they're just dang beautiful! Like fine furniture. A round piece of tempered glass on top and they'd make quite the coffee table. One last comment: Watching you work, even speeded up (like a chipmunk, as you are fond of saying), your videos bring a sense of calm and contentment that's as rare as hen's teeth around here and I just want to thank you for bringing them into my life! G-d bless you, Mr. Engels!

[@yellowdeer7163]

I would say if they watched how you work, then I'm sure they are more than satisfied with the priced paid. I hope this brings you more work. What you do is simply amazing. You must really enjoy the work you do, I know we do. Thanks again!

[@spudpud-T67]

I wonder if they feel embarrassed as to how much they paid you, considering how much work you've put in. No matter how much they've paid.

[@AddictedtoProjects]

I'm amazed by how much work and attention to detail you have put into the packaging of the wheels. Those pallets are a work of art in of itself! Gotta say though; with your high level of workmanship, its no surprise that you wanted to ensure that the wheels get there in the same state as they left you. Thanks for making this series of videos. I watch every one, and I enjoyed all of them. Its always a pleasure watching a craftsman work. :)

[@modzbydesign]

Living here in central Florida, it would be nice to see the canons when finished, have enjoyed all your videos, have gotten a lot of inspiration, and ideas for my current project!

[@Hhdhiosando]

Just sat up watching all this till 2.15 in the morning, but enjoyed every bit of it. Cheers from South Australia.

[@ranchdude4367]

You do not mess around, EVERYTHING 1st. class. It is is nice to see someone who thinks like I do.

[@dannypgrizzle]

Amazing set of skills, not least of which is filmmaker! Texas here, but my son Peter worked in Montana. He glanced over my shoulder as I watched your video and remarked, “I bought gas at that Conoco in Joliet!”

[@courtneyhall7140]

your kind of workmanship cannot be put into dollars,because no matter what the cost,it isn't enough.again,great work engles.

[@77gravity]

The last few seconds, as you close the door and walk into the shop, I wondered if you felt a little pang, a little sadness, as something beautiful that you have toiled on for so many weeks leaves your life? Thank you for this wonderful series - not just the craftsmanship, but the little life hints and lessons also. Domo arigato, Sensei.

[@lwoodt1]

The crating of the wheels was just as cool as the building of them.

[@dorothyjones1537]

Thank you for letting us watch you build them

[@chrismate2805]

I don't have any more hats to take off, so I'll pretend if I was a teacher, you get full marks everytime before the exam. Thanks for showing the packaging, and the wheels looked beautifull, this is art, the forklift sounded refined and have a great christmas.

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

I'm almost sad to see them leave? I grew quite fond of those wheels. I kept thinking of little things that I could be doing there to assist you Dave, then I finally saw another person doing something that does help you. When you cut the axle tubes, my first thought was, " I could de-burr the ID for Dave" Alas, you did that too....... Thank you, Jim

[@danmalin2546]

I work with my hands every day i'm 65 and you got more skills than i have ever seen and i know many you had to learn your self great work!!!!

[@danslininger1315]

I love watching all your videos! I started watching a while back because I came into what looks like a homemade cannon on an old front axle from a trailer. Ive wanted to make it look more like a mini Civil War era cannon and so i started watching :) watching you wrap those wheels in plastic makes me thank God I had an auto palitizer at the dock I worked at, bet you get dizzy!! Thanks for your content!!!!

[@Je.Suis.Flaneur]

I spent a good deal of time searching the Internet for another wainwright. There is one in the U.K., and none other in the USA. But saying there is but one Dave Engels is still an understatement.

[@clayz1]

That was indeed a fun video. It’s so relaxing watching other people work, LOL. Relaxing with my morning coffee before heading out myself. Thanks.

[@MrGerryoc]

Even the crate is a work of art

[@richm8620]

I so glad that you found youtube to share your work and knowledge on for us all to see. It really is amazing the work you produce and all by yourself. Is such a pleasure to see a real craftsman at work and including all aspects of that work even down to the every day routine of sweeping the floors )). I only really stumbled across your channel by accident but have just watched the whole 12 episode series almost back to back. Really glad you have a lot more content for my viewing pleasure. Keep up the awesome work and then captivating video presentation too. Very much appreciate all the effort you go to to share all this knowledge with us all. Many thanks all the way from England

[@gregarioussolitudinist5695]

i watch these videos and convinced that you are handsomely compensated. And you should be. A dollar amount means very little considering the level of your expertise. Thank you for the hours of education and entertainment.

[@lastsamuraiinbr]

A good man ... doing a good job ... having a good life. God sure is proud of you, my friend. This is happiness! Many are envious of you! My sincere wishes from here in Brazil. God save America!

[@MrTrapper28]

You have an amazing skill set and it has been a pleasure to enjoy this experience with you. I am sure your wheels will be admired for many a year to come. The world needs more people like you, people who can solve problems and think for themselves as only really practical people can. It has been an immense pleasure to watch your videos. What is your next project?

[@rbhusana]

Amazing craftsman, even his shipping packaging is a masterpiece .

[@wesley115777]

This series was so interesting, and the effort to make these wheels is nothing short of impressive. Then consider what it took to make these wheels (and the rest of the cannon) in the 18th or early 19th centuries when almost all the work was man-powered.

[@markgoddard2560]

I’m impressed! Your packing is as professional as your work! ! I love the Saran Wrap packing dance round the wheels. You just have to set that to music....it will be an assured hit. You are an all-round artist. A pleasure to watch your videos.

[@jaydaniels8698]

great to see what great diversity there is on you tube. you do a bang up job

[@Cadcare]

My fingers hesitate above the keyboard, weary of my own negativity. The essence of what I see in your work is that you are your business and your satisfaction with your work is shared with every business and every person who associated with you. One could say a virus of harmony. That to me is why we make things; A want or need, a way to have that need fulfilled and that done at a fair price. No one to screw over, no one to do over, no one to undercut or outdo. This is the essence, dare I say reason why we do stuff. Yeah, build other reasons - "he has a family to support", "he has investments to support", "he owes money", need, fulfil, reward. You don't need an MBA for that.

[@Ward00]

Thanks for the series. I watched all of them at one sitting. I never knew what it took to build and ship wagon wheels today.

[@bladewiper]

300 hours, at 50 hrs per week ='s six weeks. I am sure you were glad to see them go. A project very well done.

[@bmacdoug]

What a great series of videos. Your craftsmanship, patience, and general calm outlook are such rare commodities. I loved watching your mastery of metal and wood, and all this without any fancy 3D computer imagery.

[@srcazier]

Thank you not only for sharing this series but I really wanted to see the creating. Having done lots of mechanical things in my life, I really recognize your unique and above average talent and skills. I love your style, presentation and editing skills and just plain honesty.

[@sinclairopaline]

As usual mr perfectionist. That’s said completely complementary. Such care is rare in this nasty time in America. This man shows the detail of care in the war production of ww2, when Henry ford produced B24 bombers 1, everyhour! Now the receiver will never get them out of the packing he will have to jigsaw a view hole to just peek at them. Those are such BEAUTIFUL WHEELS the color contrast with the tire. I want one just to stand in my machine shop just to marvel at! Such an awsome man to take time to post these videos. THANK YOU MR. ENGELS.

[@marcomar5109]

Good to watch someone who actually build or create something.

[@normhowes2975]

Binged watched the series. WOW!!! Beautiful craftsmanship. Thank You for sharing this with us. Thumbs up on each video but saved till the end. Would have taken me 300 hours for just one ~cry~ LOL The commentary was great. Really enjoyed it over the high volume music like so many other on here think is needed. Being from the Syracuse area I just had to look up that sander. Interesting history lesson for me. I used to do small wood crafts and put a little heart into each one. It shows you do the same.

[@gysbertvanderwesthuizen8011]

Excellent, you are a king in your own right, and I hope they paid a lot! It is indeed priceless.

[@KY4K-10]

I am enjoying this channel. Awesome workmanship even in the shipping of his wheels!

[@pietpuck6456]

Dear sir, thx for this wonderful journey in your craftsmanship and workshop with all this specialized equipment. Above all, your own made jig,s. I am raised between showjumping horses a total different world , therefore for me it was highly educational !! Pass if you can this knowledge to a next generation , otherwise over 20 years it,s really lost. Keep doing what you are doing, greetings piet puck amsterdam holland !!

[@GilbertoMartinez55]

Mr. Engels, Observing the affection and dedication that you pack the wheels, one can have the notion of the size of the professionalism that you have, SENSATIONAL AND CONGRATULATIONS.

[@jockcherokee5180]

I have really enjoyed watching this series of videos capturing the skill, knowledge and experience a real craftsman brings to the process of making some pretty heavy duty wheels. I always look forward to seeing you take raw material and creating something special. Thanks for dedicating your time to making these so that we can enjoy them. Stay safe and well.

[@vancemarin8022]

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL build with amazing craftsmanship in every respect !!!!! The person who unwraps those wheels is in for a real workout !!!!

[@billy19461]

Not only are you HIGHLY skilled but you are a very honest person. Most people would have charged for the packing materials. Thanks for letting us watch.

[@psidvicious]

Man! Even the packaging operation is no joke! 🤜🤛

[@phippsto]

I just subscribed to your channel. I am an amateur woodworker and have very much enjoyed watching your videos. Perhaps if we're ever in the Joilet area we can stop by for a visit. It is a pleasure to watch an accomplished craftsman, such as yourself, turn out their products. Keep up the good work and I look forward to seeing your next project.

[@s.f.n.4491]

Me he sentido triste al ver marchar estás magníficas obras de arte. En ellas va un pedacito de alma del artista. Un abrazo enorme desde España.

[@larrymazzuca1313]

I really look forward to each of your videos and find them so informative.and entertaining ! Thank you for sharing you trade and skills with us !!!!!!!

[@spacemankevin]

I feel the same as Dean Howard a joy to watch

[@raysmith2705]

watched the video series couldn't stop, excellent work and so many innovative ideas

[@funonutube100]

My goodness I had no idea that crating them would be such an enormous amount of work.You sure did an excellent job making sure they get there without a scratch!!!

[@bluemtnsman]

Remarkable series Dave. Bulky, intricate, wood and steel coupled,,, all assembled by a definite craftsman. The trip was a pleasure. Charlie

[@stephenhoover6104]

thanks for having us

[@merlepatterson]

Master Craftsmen are an awesome experience to watch.

[@worzelbxoy3565]

It's been an absolute pleasure watching your videos. Your customers get a great deal whatever the cost all said and done the biggest cost is your knowledge and skill. I'm not sure if that reads as a complement it sure intended to be😁😁😁🎊🎉👍🎊👍 thanks for sharing.

[@BjornBlomstrand]

Thank you for seeing a fantastic job with the canonwheel. You are realy a master in your proffesion!

[@Jeff034]

Fascinating, What an amazing combination of craft skills. Just super to see these old skills still in use! Thank you for letting us see this amazing project. Cost is for consumers. This is craft.

[@GORDONDALTON]

Sir, your work is impressive but I am more impressed by the way you work, neat, methodical, millimetric ... It has been a pleasure to accompany you in the construction of these wheels, from the reception of the wood to the construction of the packaging. Whatever the job, everyone should work like you. I forgot to comment ... I do not know what the price of each wheel is, but I am sure it is very cheap, they are authentic works of art, functional sculptures. I hope that the guns are at the height of the wheels, that it would be very interesting to see them. my sincere admiration. I could smell the wood from here ...

[@pearville37]

Your overall commitment to quality shows even in your crating.

[@mergrew0110]

I wheely enjoyed the entire display of what must be almost a lost art. Your recording of this process should be added to a national archive. Like too much of craft history, when it's gone, it's gone.

[@oakdeneforestry1965]

That was a real pleasure watching a true craftsman at work, thanks for showing us and looking forward to the next one.

[@outbackcountry512]

Have fun taking that shipping pallet apart ! NICE !

[@jamesherndon2108]

There only worth what some one is willing to pay...excellent craftsmanship sir we enjoy your passion

[@codyironworks307]

December 7 and the geraniums are still bloomin...nice!

[@MrG00ny65]

New to the channel. Really enjoyed this series of videos . The comment about the hotrod forklift made me giggle. Wish the I drive at work sounded like that! lol . Thanks for uploading them.

[@emmanoyiltsirogiannis6359]

Thank you for sharing with us. In our fast forward moving world is good to know that there are passioned man with their jobs. Even at packing when you appreciate your work ,the details as important. Although those cannon must be decorative , with such a good work ,they will last more than a 100 years. I wish that there are people out there to appreciate your work and keep you working for all the years you want to go on.

[@paser11385]

no matter what the cost, the level of skill & quality of the finished product is well worth it, great work and great videos, thank you :-)

[@philbohrman3918]

You sure make it interesting. You are such a Craftsman.

[@bwayne40004]

$2.779 for Regular! I came away with something extra this video. I paid $1.869 the other day. Great series and great channel. I actually feel relaxed when I watch.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Kinda sad to see this series end but knowing you you have some else lined up for our viewing pleasure. The owner of those wheel should really be happy with them, they look great. Hope you checked the containers to make sure any 'shop cat' had not taken up living in them. ;-) Looking forward to your next project.

[@philipgildea8846]

Whew, I’m exhausted. Glad we made it through. Good job....

[@itbigboy1984]

I really enjoyed this series. Your a very talented craftsman!

[@smasica]

What a pleasure and an education to observe and witness this whole series. Hats off to you for such an incredible job. Whatever you were paid wasn't half enough.

[@smasica]

@@EngelsCoachShop If I was more knowledgeable in the industry and lived near you, I'd consider it a privilege. True craftsmen and hand work is under appreciated.

[@GOOGLEISVERYEVIL]

Watched every episode what a treat to see such craftsmanship.

[@mikebaldwin2280]

Thank You for sharing your traditional work men ship with us!!!!!!!

[@scruffy6151]

Thank you ECS. Thoses wheel should be just fine the way you made there crate. A true caftsman to the end and out the door.

[@markschuman3615]

What a pleasure to watch a true craftsman at work from start to finish. I've caused a little bit of sawdust myself and find a leaf blower works wonders but either way a dust mask is a must looking forward to your next project. Thanks for sharing!

[@michaelflynn6178]

Whatever they cost they are worth it .Thanks I LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT PROJECT