It's a Great Tool - Contour Gauge

[@necsanchez]

Its AMAZING how a busy family man, and businessman like yourself still find time to educate so many of us. Thank you bro. Its greatly appreciated.

[@ToolShow]

Always love how genuine your videos are! Never used a contour gauge before. Could easily see why that would be useful to a finish carpenter for sure. Great for cutting trim that goes around stone work. Thanks!

[@jeffostroff]

Great minds think alike! I've been using that contour gauge for 5 years now. I just used it yesterday on laminate flooring at a friend's house, to cut a piece of wood around the door jamb. Love it. I also use it when I install tiles as well.

[@MrWalt66]

THANK YOU, I have struggled in the past with rough edges and trying to fit things, the contour gage is awesome, You never cease to amaze me.

[@moneymakingmikeg.9555]

Man.... Bye the time you finish with that house it's gonna be a model home for other craftsman style homes!!! God Bless you & your Family for allowing us to journey with you!!! Dirty Jersey out!!!

[@danielgeng2306]

Mr.Mike. G305 kind of a hybrid craftsman with south western style details! Lol

[@saviorofnoobs6219]

2:38 This is the smartest advice I’ve seen on KZbin, involving carpentry cuts. Use a sample, get it right, and use that sample to mark your good piece of trim. It’s something good carpenters do, a lot. But it isn’t usually shown in these instructional videos.

[@_J.F_]

If you want a super tight fit you can also put a little bead of caulk on the wall before sliding the board into place, nail it, and then remove any excess/squeeze out caulk.

[@jeffcanyafixiy]

👍👍👍 I only have to grab mine about 2 or 3 times a year. Man it's bailed me out of a jam or two. This is hands down the best channel.

[@garagedweller7159]

My Dad bought one back in the 60's when he finished off our basement. It is a third the length of the one you use,I still have it in my tool stash and will occasionally break it out for scribing around pipes and such.Think of him when ever I use it. Thanks for another video.

[@megancollins2932]

I’m a general contractor and I feel I definitely need this gadget in my life. It would make the job easier and less waste. That’s why I’m here... to get reviews on it.

[@christophercrawford2736]

Megan Collins do you plan to use also use it on finish carpentry?

[@ThatNateGuyOnYouTube]

LOL! I am 32 seconds in and I have already subscribed and hit that bell! No matter what the rest of this video holds, that first 32 seconds totally sold me!!

[@burkelong4376]

The best intro to any DIY video that I have ever seen! Kudos for persevering.

[@lotharsaguach7124]

Every time I come to KZbin I look forward to your videos

[@MoniJohnson]

Bro, you have an awesome teaching style. Very good, clear info. Thank you for posting it.

[@AkaAshen]

I never knew anything like this existed! I live in a place that wont allow undercuts to the doorframes, so I can use this to cut around my flooring, thankyou so much

[@andrewold3791]

It's crazy, I saw a profile gauge randomly pop up in my Facebook feed a few weeks ago, I went ahead and ordered it, and when I got it home from the post office, this video was sitting in my KZbin home view. We're living in the Matrix...

[@qislegit.donttrustthemedia6232]

[They] are ALWAYS listening to you. What day was Facebook created? What day was the DARPA project called LifeLog ended?

[@imaramblins]

Thanks very much for the tip to use a scrap piece to begin with. Not everyone thinks of testing with scrap before using the piece of stock that actually counts. Well done sir!

[@Boultonful]

hi, the contour gauge has been around for many years, I had one in the 60s, mine was steel with metal pins, I still have it. keep up the good work. JB UK

[@lostintime8651]

I have one somewhere but it's only 5" wide. It was my Dad's.

[@missblackcat4990]

John Boulton I have my dads 😇 great tool

[@huejanus5505]

I had two of them about 30 years ago. My brother was visiting with his two young daughters (6&7 years old), who thought it would be fun to pull all the pins out, oh well.

[@calista910]

that's awesome! My boyfriend use to be in the tiling business and I was thinking of showing him this video. I wonder if he had one too. Woof!

[@pomarem]

I'm an 1st year apprentice carpenter and this is my go to channel on KZbin cheers bro

[@Sz3roRevan117]

I was looking for reviews on the contour gauge and I didn't have to look far. This was great. I think my dad will love this as a Christmas gift. :) Thank you.

[@itech1129]

This was my 1st audio book with tools!! Great videos man, makes me wanna build something 👍

[@proppo4924]

Years ago I consolidated two Harbor Freight contour gauges sandwiched between two pieces of wood (since I am a woodworker and not a plasticworker) to make one 12" long. Glue two hard drive magnets on one side and it can be attached on a steel framing square for cutting treads, or anything with at least one known straight surface. Nice General has come through, probably from the same factory. The other contour gauge available at that time, the one with the little metal rods is much better for tight intricate shapes, such as around a stone fireplace but takes a beating in the tool box.

[@Sazonman]

Did you know that this exact brand contour tool was rated #1 above all contour tool...I"m going to purchase one, I'm laying down vinyl tile in my bathroom floor and the bath tube skirt has a contour, so thank youuuu

[@danielgeng2306]

I’ve had one for 30 years, same company but it must be the Gen 1 Version , it’s thinner shorter and has metal pins... I think I like yours better !

[@victor-manuel-pr]

nice video man you working so professional and explains everything step by step!!

[@Jillian1stJohn3-9-10]

I saw a video for a $1 DIY Contour Gauge using BBQ skewers & cardboard! Genius

[@Sazonman]

my only question pertaining to this contour gauge is...does it have a locking tab in order to keep the contour shape in place and prevented from moving when tracing the shape of the contour onto any material..TIA

[@altoidyoda]

Where do you buy your shiplap and other moulding? Is there a big box store that carries a decent product? Oh also, what type of nails are you using here?

[@Sazonman]

Does the contour gauge comes with a lock to lock the contour shape in place...TIA

[@needaman66]

They used to make them from like headless bradnails which made them very accurate for matching skirting profiles. I had one but seem to have lost it, i dont think much of the plastic ones

[@georgiapeach7291]

Learned something new and I know what to get my husband! Yes! He loves tools, because he and I keep up our house. Inside and out. What's the best jigsaw to buy him?

[@ryanmccue8180]

I see lots of people and they will argue for Dewalt, Makita, Milwaukee, or Bosch. Any of those 4 will get the job done at a professional level but if I had to rank them probably would go Bosch Milwaukee Makita Dewalt. Everyone will have different brand loyalty but after using the tools that's what I've decided on.

[@Gam3rAzian]

Love that you're such a family man! Love the videos! Keep them coming!

[@DV-dk5hd]

Wow that's incredible. This changes everything the next time I have to molding or tile.

[@cheesegrattter]

Love how you continue the video w your family in the background. You seem like a cool dude 😎

[@ronysib]

You can use it for the tile also?

[@GeneralToolsNYC]

Great demo video using our 837 Contour Gauge! Thanks for sharing!

[@lukespontak5296]

Don't the pins move when you try to trace it ? Do they make gauges that lock the pins ?

[@debrachance4244]

Hi, let me began by saying that you family is adorable, and that you embraced their presence rather than scolding them for being themselves. So I was actually pondering whether or not this tool would be beneficial to the projects that I have ahead of me. I will be installing a backsplash in the kitchen, and vinyl flooring as well. Earlier today I saw an advertisement on KZbin for a particular brand. I thought that it was some new invention that just came about. I felt that the product advertised was a bit pricey, and added unnecessary bells and whistles, and I decided to pass that particular one. I was still very curious about the concept of the product, and decided to research it further. To my amazement this is not a new product, and they are manufactured by several different companies. Being a KZbin geek, and a subscriber to your channel, I decided to see if perhaps you had used this item, and how it might apply to what I needed to accomplish. To my delight you had a video featuring the apparatus. Your video helped me make an informed decision, and I will be purchasing this apparatus to complete my tasks. Thank you so very much!

[@dec1designs247]

Ditch that nail set and hammer and get yourself a spring loaded nail setter by spring tools. Game changer for trim work.

[@clydenakashima7393]

You were looking for a extension table for your Dewalt miter saw and stand. Please check the Insider Carpentry channel he built one for this Dewalt miter saw and stand. It also has a crown stop.

[@Aepek]

Have a contour gauge like that, as well as, the needle/pin type. Do like contour gauges, think mine is able to connect to another as well; to double the length....which is long😅, but have if need it. They do come in handy though👍🏻 TIP for power...I have the LED light bulbs that have the battery in them & last up to 8hrs w/ no electric. Live in hurricane ally, & so I got when Irma went through. Work so well, just an FYI. Cheers✌🏼 Oh...thx for the tip to back cut w/ jig saw...will start doing that now

[@Meifuly]

Now I see a lock on Amazon. Can I lock the outline? Is it easy to use?

[@askthisoldtileman5401]

That’s what the old tile man uses. Been around a long time. Great videos.keep up good work.

[@Danman1972]

Nice and tight. I have a smaller one of those. It works pretty well. I assume at the edge of the stairwell (entrance) where the shiplap starts you will use a transition molding or are you continuing into that room?

[@quintiljuarez807]

Cool tool. Do you always start shiplap from the top? I just did a house but started from the bottom

[@bluegill2030]

Does it lock into place once you find the contour? Is this a good tool for doing baseboards?

[@OGantRAGE]

So there are so many brands out there, is there any brand you recommend?

[@lot10games]

I recommend Verve Tool from Amazon. I got my hands on one and felt the difference.

[@rsfields2009]

Spring loaded nail set. Most Sherwin Williams have them.

[@chefsteven34]

rsfields2009 I want one for the tool bag.

[@wrobelmike]

I added a mini pocket to my belt tool pouch to have one on me at all times. Best thing ever.

[@kurtnutin3968]

What the hell is with all the radius corners in Dallas/ Ft.Worth ?

[@ThatGuyFromArizona]

Great teacher. You do clean work.

[@gngd5351]

My question is: Does the Contour Gauge tool can make a copy to cut 45 outside and inside for modeling? I learn how to cut 45 but I never did the right thing. I need a help tool just like Gauge tool.

[@davecurda2350]

Great job Richard,you are a true craftsman

[@williambaird6509]

Got one today, going to be tiling my hallway floor using this. Thanks for posting the video, needed tips on how to properly use it. Happy New year to you and your family. Great video. 👍

[@marthaponce7709]

Thank thank you for your nice video!! I have a question maybe you could help me with.. how do I know what's the best size to buy?? Have a blessed day.

[@jecaturin23]

Love the videos Richard! Always looking forward to them

[@russtheman8681]

A totally genius tool! Would be great for coping baseboard joints. Thank you!

[@Willis476]

Why face nail instead of tounge nail?Or adhesive and blind nail?Maybe you said it in another video?

[@hlg_theshepherd2873]

What is your process on filling those bail holes and painting, u filling with a razor and sanded with orbital, by hand? What is the trick to hide those bail holes perfectly. Work like that I imagine you are going to spray it all.

[@robgfilm]

hey Richard, get the sony a7sii for lowlight videos!

[@Methodical2]

Damn, I needed this years ago.

[@electricianron_New_Jersey]

I enjoy your channel so much that I wish I could hook you up with some portable generator wiring. Or even better, a standby generator. The first costs around $2k and the latter costs anywhere from $12k-16k.

[@calista910]

This was very relaxing to watch

[@jayteehee6789]

I've had one since 1972, needed it the other day, and as luck would have it . . . g o n e . No hesitation, just went out and bought a new one. Didn't know they made them that long. My new one is 7" and more than suitable for the work I do. Cheers.

[@duartepaintinghandymanservices]

are you using mdf or finger joint for your ship lab?

[@lyleclakley]

What type of shiplap are you using?

[@a2rwade]

I use the same thing for tile

[@HardHeadMilitary]

I just ordered several of these

[@stevewharram5518]

No adhesive on the cladding?

[@johnnyutah1053]

Shiplap looks great. I made some ship lap using thin strips of plywood in my laundry room

[@gtpro700]

Why don’t you put one of your nails in the rabbit joint so you have only one nail per stud to fill? Maybe there is a good reasoning. Either way it’s look good and can’t wait to see some videos of trim work in your house.

[@johnbarrett5229]

I like your style man. Thanks for the vid.

[@humblerepentpraygive5815]

Got the contour gage. Thank you.

[@dmcguinness100]

Just started watching your videos, They are fantastic. Thank you so much, very useful.

[@trinitymirror]

does the gauge lock? what stops it moving when you trace to the timber? thanks

[@lostintime8651]

nope

[@donjohnson24]

That has been my problem when using this tool - I always seem to disturb the fingers when trying to transfer the contour. I wish it had a locking system. Perhaps I should offer the problem to Matthias so that he could solve it after he finishes playing with his bubble gun. In the meantime I'll check to see if any screws can be tightened.

[@lostintime8651]

@@donjohnson24 once set put a piece of painters tape on it to hold it in place

[@dunner8125]

Hey bruh ...what gun is that ya usin...tia

[@jonvanlandingham2538]

What video camera do you use? I really like the quality!

[@imbeaug74]

You make it look easy.

[@Tehcarp]

What material is that? That shape aint available round here but saving 2 router shots could really bring the cost down for shiplapping a wall. It must be MDF, yeh?

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Its actually FJP. I got it from Lowe's .. not a bad price . I have made my own ship lap in the past but this saved me a lot of time for a decent price.

[@Tehcarp]

@@FinishCarpentryTV FJP that makes sense. Did you find you had to face nail this at all?

[@jimfeaster4837]

Great video

[@glocn517]

nice video bro, I was looking to buy the same brand from Home depot but wasn't sure glad I came across this video.

[@markharvey18]

Not that it matters on an interior wall, but is there any specific reason why you planked upside down?

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Yes because i used the first board as an apron under the landing tread and I wanted a flush finish against it without ripping the lap joint off.

[@seanerecacho67]

Awesome video thanks for the demo

[@tonyramirez1053]

What about stairs steps

[@rcaken]

Oh boy i have to get one of these. Many thanks. Lovely family, good luck. Ken. (UK).

[@FA-cd2de]

First. I appreciate your videos, always very informative. Semper Fi

[@Carl-LaFong1618]

69th

[@Elfin4]

Why do you not secret nail the boards instead of face fixing ?

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

It's FJP and the 18 gauge nail tends to just blow through that lap joint without getting a good grab.

[@jonathanguess4052]

That was cool the kids haveing fun

[@jairperez3486]

Hey I noticed on several of your videos you use a lot of cordless tools and are they better in your opinion than corded I’m still trying to buy power tools I need and wanted your opinion thank you

[@wrobelmike]

I know your asking Richard but I'll chime in. In this case I know what I'm talking about having been a young DIYer with very little $, going thru jobs where I needed some of my own tools and finally running my own contracting business. What I say is all from experience. I use DeWalt 20V and they've done a lot of work. They're good tools. I haven't replaced any of the tools or batteries in 6 years but I take care of my stuff. First thing I'll say having worked with a lot of people: don't buy used power tools unless you like fixing stuff. Too many careless heavy handed gorillas out there. Extend the life of your batteries by charging only when dead and never leaving them in freezing temperatures when you don't have to - actually, do whatever extra work you have to to prevent it. My oldest are 6 years old. They still work like they're supposed to. 1. For a contractor every second on the jobsite counts. Running and moving extension cords and air hoses takes time, is distracting, and they always get in the way. Running up and down ladders with them in the way is dangerous but not unmanageable and you get used to it. That takes time too. 2. On new builds there is often no power or only a couple outlets installed... in the basement. On renos most outlets might be removed. That means lots of extensions if you're not cordless. 3. If you're geared for it, you have batteries to spare and having freshly charged ones is part of the job. This means if a battery dies, you quickly swap in a fresh one but if you're not on top of it you're stopping work until the tool is ready. 4. Go with one brand. I worked for someone that had one of everything... So much downtime and frustration cause we had to wait for the only battery to charge - if the tools were all one brand, you just swap from drill to multi tool to jigsaw. If you are a DIYer having all cordless tools can be a set back in a few ways but having a cordless drill and a spare battery is awesome. This was my first upgrade and it made a huge difference. 1. Money. Cheap cordless tools suck. Period. Whichever cheap one you get, you'll hate it. 2. Money #2. Cordless tools are expensive compared to corded versions. That's a big point. For occasional use the time savings of cordless are marginal compared to their cost. 3. If you only use the tools once every couple of months the batteries will probably be at least partially depleted when you're ready to use them so you'll have more battery swapping and charging. 4. As a DIYer you'll probably be working on your own house with plenty of outlets and power. No need to worry about power cords all over the place 5. Weight. Batteries are heavy. Especially the big 5mAh. If you're not physical day-to-day you will strain your muscles using cordless for extended periods of time. On top of that the heavier the tool, the less control you have over it. Your work may *MAY* come out worse for it - but everyone is different.

[@jairperez3486]

Michal Wrobel Thank you for the reply yes im a full time maintenance worker for apartments and retirement centers in my city I always have power when working around and yes the cords is a pain in the butt when working outside I always buy new power tools reason why I was asking was because I need a nail gun for trim work but don’t know if I should get a battery one or air also need a jig saw and circular saw to complete what I need thanks again

[@wrobelmike]

@@jairperez3486 As a pro, go cordless. No question. The time and agrevation you save is worth whatever you pay for the tools. Imagine you walk in to a residence to pop in a loose casing - you carry on all your heavy gear, you find an outlet, connect your compressor, connect your hose and gun, wait for the compressor to come up to pressure and then finally do the work. Instead you walk in with a cordless nailer hanging off your belt, nail the casing and you're done. It's the same for the other tools.

[@jairperez3486]

Michal Wrobel yes definitely thank you for all the advise really looking forward to the nailer now I would only use my compressor for texturing walls with my hopper

[@HNT63]

Nice tool I ordered one 👍🏽👍🏽

[@elchapoguzmanloera2379]

You ever thought about investing in a Milwaukee finish nailer ? I had the same dewalt u have and used to hate the ramp up time ..... I fuck shit up with my Milwaukee now 😂 n i love it

[@kingdrod6721]

Thanks man great video.

[@tonypolito8930]

Nice work dude!

[@stephencovrig8373]

Thanks

[@robbiejeffrey4618]

Thanks for the tool tips

[@totallynottrademarked5279]

I am always confused about why you start our shiplap upside down so often. Sure there is a reason but boggles me.

[@paulquiring4045]

Another great video! Thanks

[@js1451]

Why aren’t you using plain boards with a gap in between? You did that in the house with 20 foot ceiling. It would cost less in materials.

[@LDeezy662]

What?!?!? A trim carpenter setting a nail?!?! I don't believe my eyes!!

[@jameslastname9171]

Lol! So awesome! Best intro ever!

[@MrRadtech22]

Looking great