no one saw this coming

[@myteric117]

I deeply appreciate that you paused several times, highlighting the nuances of the overlapping factors at play, and deliberately refused to take the simple (and error filled) road of blaming tool companies for always being evil. Your reasoned and balanced perspective, even on something with a personal aspect for you, models the sort of thinking and behaving that the world needs.

[@riggsron]

I agree. I believe it is called critical thinking. The world probably needs that more now than ever.

[@isaacmadhavan]

@@riggsron IMHO, "comprehensive" has also to be thrown in.

[@FreeWVson]

That wrench thoe. I need one .

[@NSResponder]

Former Apple engineer here. I'll just mention that you can get the best or worst of anything in China, it's just a matter of what you pay for and how carefully you do your QA.

[@stenmin1234]

Exactly this.

[@MCsCreations]

That's very true. You can get 2 different rc cars from China, for example, and one is going to break in the first crash, while the other is going to take much more abuse. That's why I never buy something without seeing a review first. And the reviewer needs to really put it to test! BTW, I'm from Brazil. Buying things from the US, unfortunately, is not an option... The shipping costs are unreal.

[@izzyswan]

Absolutely! they have way more infrastructure, workforce and employable talent than we do aswell.

[@gr8dvd]

Very true, much like "Made in Japan" went from well-deserved reputation as cheap/trashy to high-quality in a decade (or 2). However, geopolitical struggles, human rights and similar concerns having nothing to do with product quality, are a consideration for some of us. Not preaching and not a purist as I’m also solidly in the Makita (and Apple) eco-system. Call me a hypocrite if you like, but all else being equal (rarely is) I’d rather buy American or a solid allied source.

[@fredparsons5134]

Interesting video Izzy. The trades definitely need the new innovative products so the housing construction business can keep up with the high demand for new housing. I believe a lot of companies are aware of the innovative people who invent products on YT and then tweek those ideas for a new product.

[@eatinMcdonaldsfryz]

I work at one of the "big industrial tool mfg" companies - I am incredibly impressed with how knowledgeable you are with the industry. Great video!

[@RexusKing]

Very well worded, nuanced take speaking from both the company/manufacturer side, and and consumer side! Good job Izzy

[@izzyswan]

Thank you! Glad you appreciated the perspective.

[@mmgross144]

Thanks! It’s great to get a balanced perspective in a world that seems so polarized. Too often we get stuck in a rut and forget the mission, to make life better and worth putting effort in. Innovation is a major factor in the successful completion of the mission.

[@izzyswan]

Couldn't agree more!

[@gerikbensing]

Saw this DeWALT Grabo come out and noticed it was branded “correctly” that it was not just copied but licensed. Glad you made a video about it explaining what occurred as I was curious and your channel was the first place I learned about the Grabo product. I was planning to buy the DeWALT version at some point but that nice case and higher grab capacity…

[@wadeb.5509]

Agree 100%. For a tool that needs some careful handling the Grabo is one where the blow molded case should not be sent to the back of the store room to be trashed by the next generation.

[@mlindholm]

⁠easy solution...don't buy the bare tool Dewalt Grabo, buy the kit. It comes with a charger, battery, and yes, a case.

[@gerikbensing]

@@mlindholm​​⁠Looks to be a bag, which I have a dozen of already, an item like this I can see the value of keeping in a case when not in use.

[@chrisose]

As I noted above, both units have the same seal area and vacuum pressure so should have the same lifting capability. It is likely that Dewalt reduced the labeled lift rating by 30% as a safety factor. I already have Dewalt tools so don't the batteries. As for a case, everything I have is in the Ridgid Pro Gear cases. I've always hated having every tool in a different sized blow mold case because it makes for very inefficient space usage in the shop or in a location truck.

[@Jeff-rk8hq]

@@chrisoseI agree in general regarding blow molded cases however I believe that some tools are better suited for blow molded cases, one of them being the grabo or portable bandsaws or even more important to have a proper blow molded cases & products like pullers come to mind as far as blow molded cases being a must as they generally sit in a tool cart or shelf but good points nonetheless hopefully you and yours have a good thanksgiving weekend

[@woodfella21]

As always, a concise, well informed OPINION by a trusted guy in the industry. That has the credentials to offer much much more than an opinion on the subject matter. How this can be construed as click bait, is beyond me.

[@dwwoodbuilds]

I always appreciate you sharing your experience and insights on how the tool industry works. Definitely could see this type of video quarterly! Still really enjoy you reviewing new tools AND when you show how you've solved problems (process, tool, etc). Glad to see you guys back after all the storm mess!

[@crcarlsonUT]

Thank you for sharing your perspective, IMO it is helpful to have creators share the full context of what it takes to get turn a great idea into a great product.

[@hassanbazzi3545]

Very educated person. I loved every second of it. Loved the mug

[@creamysbrianna]

@Izzy thank you for discussing this and sharing your perspective on this topic. It's an important topic to cover that many don't fully understand. You provided a great 10,000 foot understanding, so folks know your design wasn't blatantly or maliciously copied.

[@MyGrowthRings]

Great topic, Izzy. We need to have that chat about Shopsmith because they went through that same experience with an engineer designing their first 5-in-1 tool and an industrial designer who designed the popular Mark 5, which took the idea to a whole new level.

[@photojournalists]

Just randomly landed on your video. I was so impressed by how articulate you’re. Even more how open you were to Dewalt improving on your original idea. Love the vibe and would love to chat over zoom or something if that works. I come from tech entrepreneurship background.

[@PeteKiefer]

Viewer Opinion here: EXCELLENT video !!! I learned a lot from watching and listening to you. My admiration for you and the work you do here went through the roof after viewing this. Videos like this one may be rare but it’s a real gem because of your humility, wisdom and common sense. Thanks Pete

[@fcschoenthal]

Great to hear the opinion from someone who is such an innovator and has put so many products out. Your explanation is spot on, and easily understandable, about the way a new tool comes to market and the various ways companies handle it. I love your innovative build videos, but also like to see ones like this. You guys never cease to surprise me. - Chris

[@geraldshane125]

The content that's giving on this channel no matter it's subject. Is and has always been informational. Easy to follow and comprehend. This is why I'm subscribed and watch every video. Thank you.

[@EricJemAndes]

I love your viewpoint on this topic! I designed tree climbing gear, and consulted to a few chainsaw/ppe/hardware companies for the arborist industry and these bullet points where topics I was constantly having to explain or defend. I think you explained the law topics in a super logical and balanced way. Props to you sir!!

[@thomasbrecknell794]

I think the reason you have almost 1 million subscribers is your straight talking and your unique slant on life and your great innovation. Just keep doing what you are doing and people will keep watching and learning from your straight talking ways.

[@UncleIvan1]

When you started to talk about visual confidence, I automatically remembered how I chose makita and then I find out you are a makita guy yourself 😆. It wasn't my first choice because of the visuals, but after doing research and giving it a try, I never went back.

[@DaveGDesigns]

It's so strange cos it's 100% not the type of video I would ever look for but I actually found it really interesting and enjoyed the way you explained it thanks Izzy

[@izzyswan]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Mortow8]

A gentleman as always. Good to see you're back at it again. Thanks for all the information and ideas you share with us.

[@izzyswan]

Thanks for watching!

[@tompritch56]

Thanks Izzy, I worked at Home Depot in tool department. Over the 5 years of being there I was so impressed with all the changes that went on with all the brands. Ryobi impressed me the most for the fact of making all these tools for about every kind of tasks such as construction, woodworking, yard work, etc. Myself as being and tool engineer in the tool & die business for 45 years I can understand the process that most of the big industries go through. With your innovative mind, that is why I became a fan your videos. Anyway enough of my rambling. I can't wait to see furture videos.

[@jeremiahgriffin9428]

It was your amazing jigs and tools that brought me to subscribe many moons ago so I'm very excited to see more coming from yall. Also, dewalt could at least cut you a big check for blatantly stealing your ideas

[@flyinpolack6633]

You got me izzy. I was pissed before the vid started, lol. I am very glad that Dewalt is working with Grabo that does make me happy. You have an awesome attitude. Love the shop setup

[@izzyswan]

Thank you

[@sgwyrick]

Years ago I designed a product and then the manufacture of one of the components I used stopped by the shop. They asked what was my use and I said same as your largest customer. They then asked who I thought was their #1 customer and I told them. Their next question was how did I know? I replied same as mine because years before it was displayed at a trade show and they appropriated the design.

[@BoDiddlydodah]

I'm trying to grasp the exact meaning of your comment because I'm very interested in the story you've just told here... I'm just not quite putting it all together; especially the end. If you wanted to break down and clarify what you were saying a bit more it would be much appreciated

[@summitupman995]

@@BoDiddlydodah I believe he's saying that his design was appropriated by a major customer of that manufacturer who stopped by.

[@jasonlockhart3168]

I love how level headed this video is posed. You are one smart guy and i love seeing your innovation. Corporations are so complex and most people have tunnel vision. I wish the world was simpler, that being said, we'd only have 1 hammer, 1 drill, and stone wheels. Great video.

[@irri4662]

You are a profoundly good communicator . Ty for your clear concise informative legal perspective. I honestly enjoyed this video. Im curious what your channel next become. Speed drive that nut. 😊

[@izzyswan]

Glad you enjoyed it. I'm working on a bunch of new ideas!

[@irri4662]

@izzyswan tool wars ?🙏

[@Mikkelsendesign]

I find that I enjoy your takes on pretty much anything you talk about. Not that this was in doubt before this video, but you're a really smart guy!

[@izzyswan]

I appreciate that! Thank You

[@TheNewJankyWorkshop]

Great video Izzy, thanks! I also thought it was really cool to see that you are not miffed about the closeness to your idea that DeWalt came out with. That it is just out there for the people who need a tool like that. For the betterment of all!

[@sapelesteve]

Excellent explainer video Izzy! I agree with your assessment that innovation is not a one way street. It's what makes products improve over time and become available to the mass market. As a long time viewer of your channel, I always look forward to watching whatever content you put out! Keep up the great work! 👍👍

[@jefflawhorn2254]

I enjoyed the video. I’m an engineer myself and have a few tool ideas. I’ve prototyped a few and I’m curious to learn more about working with folks overseas to help scale and build and bring to market. Keep up the good work.

[@troycogan1030]

Great tutorial Izzy, it certainly helps the consumer understand the Why’s & Wherefore’s on product development. I too am a Makita man but have found that their products have lapsed considerably compared to the 80’s/90’s. I’ve actually found the big box store home brand to be as efficient but NOT as durable but the replacement & warranty are up there too. Look forward to many more from you & Maggie. Cheers 👍🏻🇦🇺

[@edhalson3154]

As always - inspirational and informational! Your channel is outstanding and your attitude phenomenal! In summary - you rock! I will devour any video you both produce because of your fresh ideas, positivity and innovation. Thanks for continuing to be an industry standard! Hi from NZ.

[@danielenea7160]

This is a very healthy perspective from a great inventor! (I'm a patent attorney)

[@izzyswan]

Thank you, I appreciate your perspective!

[@diegoarmijo1426]

I appreciate your integrity and humility. Keep on keeping on.

[@gerhartkaiser1678]

As a creator (working for the big company and the small company) and as and end user, great presentation. I have ad the luxury of being able to create solutions for those environments. I also agree that material handling needs more focus directed at the end users, both commercial and consumer. Working at the large corporation, the biggest roadblocks I encountered where always at the return on investment as the primary focus. The small (less than 50 person) companies saw increased safety/efficiency and employee comfort. Thanks for another insightful discussion!!

[@jeffchandler5520]

As always a great attitude towards a situation that could make some people mad. Awesome!

[@markduggan3451]

That was a very interesting video, I could see that you had to be careful about what and how you were saying what you did. Welcome back and keep doing what you do. I'll watch.

[@izzyswan]

I'm glad you got it. Thank you for the view and the comment

[@deanaoxo]

Izzy, as an inventor, and one that has been stolen from (ex-employees patented invention)you really made my day when you said: 'If that was the only good idea I ever had, I might feel some kind of way about it, but it's not'. . . Inventors, artist, really, can not stop. We solve problems. Every one of my inventions that was copied, the person copying it, never created anything else people liked. The worse feeling though, is when you create something, and your invention doesn't get to the wider market first, and then the people who took it from you, do get to market, and others, accuse you of stealing. That part is very difficult for me. I actually got into woodworking because furniture makers and makers in general seem to share and be more open source about so many things. Folks like you, and John, and Mathias have taken me from fledgling wood butcher to making some pretty cool stuff. Thanks for what you do, I love it. I had to leave that other industry behind.

[@izzyswan]

Great insight! thank you for commenting

[@5678blob]

Long time subscriber, first time commenting (I think), just want to say I liked the video, love your channel, and hope you keep posting. Whatever you find interesting. And I'm a Makita guy too. Have been for 40 years.

[@ianpearse4480]

I love your videos. This is no exception. Very interesting. Your brain sees things in a way most of us can't and your sharing of those ideas is inspirational. So please keep going. Happy Holidays.

[@mclennanscc1967]

Loved the content of this video, your delivery, your understanding, your approach to life. More like this would be great.

[@ParchmentKH77ftw]

I can't thank you enough for what you've contributed to industry, and that you've shared so much. I REALLY like this kind of content!

[@izzyswan]

Thank you so much, I appreciate it.

[@adnaancassiem2856]

Loved the video. How things are designs and especially the parrellel thinking part of design. Never knew things like that could possibly be happening in design process. Thanks for sharing the information.

[@acrocha1222]

I liked hearing about your feelings and thoughts on how parallel thinking works. I have absolute respect for you and Maggie., and this channel. I have been a subscriber since the beginning and will continue to be regardless where you take it in the future. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@izzyswan]

Thank you for your kind words. I really appreciate your support!

[@gbjones54]

Izzy this is one of my favorite videos. Loved the info you shared regarding the way companies work etc. (Says your marketing friend) Could easily be a great Ted talk/Presentation. Also loved the editing. 👍👍👍

[@izzyswan]

So Glad you liked it! i will call you later.

[@mattsteadman4400]

I like your nut wrench for all thread it’s smaller and easier to store than the other one. What I’ve been doing is lightly holding a small belt sander on the nut. It is a super fast way to move nuts up and down allthread

[@izzyswan]

That’s a good trick!

[@gsfdriller]

I'm gonna do exactly that. Well thought, thanks.

[@kevindavis8607]

Glad to see you getting around.

[@philkidd]

This was great and very informative Izzy! Always enjoy your content, but this one in particular was great!

[@PapaGleb]

Such a great video Izzy. Thank you for breaking it down and explaining all of this. Like I always mention in all of my comments, it’s always so wonderful to see you up on your twos. God bless!

[@izzyswan]

Thank you !

[@yamspaine]

For the black grabbo, it looks like it fits a lot more places, and the case is super important when you have seals. we just used regular suction cups at the hokey rink

[@robertbankhead8661]

Wonderful vid! Love your non-judgemental insight and genuine thoughts. Also considered the Grabo but just never pulled the trigger. Sorry but I'm a 'yellow' shop so will wait for a deal.

[@matthewcoplin2960]

Izzy, Excellent video. Your comments were spot on. I myself am a yellow and green fan but the OG grabo is still at the top of the mountain. I couldn't help but notice that Grabo must have a good relationship with you as well as respect for who you are as you are in possession of the grabo high flow. Please do a review on how this upgraded version as soon as you are able to as I want to know if this is a worthwhile investment as I won't be able to get one until next year when they are available to the masses. Please keep doing what you do.

[@chrishand259]

Definitely enjoyed this video. As I do all of your videos. You have an approachable personality while also being extremely knowledgeable. And you’re a realist. Not the typical extreme takes you often find on KZbin. Never miss one of your videos. Must see TV 😂🙏

[@izzyswan]

Thanks! I appreciate your kind words!

[@DennisSuppe]

Great video Izzy. Thanks for the information and helping clarify this issue.

[@walkingbird1391]

I appreciate the time you spent to make this video. Very educational.

[@reynaldlapierre8229]

Always good and well identified info, and commented as it should be, Just a great job, again, and as you always do. Thanks, great to see you back.

[@izzyswan]

I appreciate that

[@JimRimS4S]

Loved the video. I like this kind of content that gets people thinking about where there tools come from and who makes them. I get a bit tired of people thinking it's all about the price without understanding anything about what is involved. Personally I don't really buy into the whole parallel thinking thing. It's probably not a direct copy but almost certainly it was nudged in a new direction, whether knowingly or not. Either way, keep it up. Side note, My father was an experimental film maker who made completely independent productions who had one of his films ripped off by a certain giant shoe company and made into a commercial. He was the kind of guy who just laughed and said "At least they were paying attention"

[@dennishuddleston2000]

Loved the video Izzy! Excellent information as useual. Whatever direction that you choose for your video content in the future I will continue to be a fan. Looking forward to your next video!

[@lukeridings136]

Love this video. Can you do a deeper dive on your costs to prototype and patent a new product?? I think that would be super helpful for a lot of us makers.

[@davidschuster3623]

A great video, I always said many minds make great products, us little guys tinkering in our home shops have come up with awesome ideas, but don't have the know how to get it out in the market, that is why this platform is so wonderful, these big corporation's see something and bring it together for the world.

[@GregsGarage]

I just had my DPT Wrench out last week! I have a guitar building fixture I'm working on and it has a couple 8" long bolts that need a nylock nut driven down on... DPT Wrench to the rescue! I'll eventually make them in batches, so that tool is going to be in full service after several long spans on the shelf.

[@izzyswan]

Awesome!

[@henrysboy2]

Enjoyed the complexity and nuance of the discussion. TY.

[@michaelmurray2728]

I always enjoy your posts. I know you're busy and not in the best physical shape, but I always enjoy seeing your videos, and I wish you'd post more often.

[@WoodStreetAz]

Like these kinds of video. One of my all time favorites you did was about "how to design" and you showed your process

[@earleford8889]

Thank you for this take on the tool industrial complex. You have a very intelligent channel. Hope for the Future!

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video Izzy. Thanks for sharing always love your videos because you always are very informative and so knowledgeable

[@jeffkowalski4936]

I love the vid! A lot of your videos are relatable and just easy to watch. Thank you

[@izzyswan]

I appreciate you watching.

[@trevorbennett-cohen5659]

Hi Izzy 😀You might want to insert a small extra clip in the "specs comparison" part of this video to address the elephant in the room - the weight comparison between the tools when they are loaded with their batteries. It's a significant consideration for people who will use these tools a lot. As you know, I'm waiting for many of your inventions to hit the market as I think they (and especially you) are brilliant! All the best!

[@debraruffindesign]

Great explanation, especially of including the parallel thinking phenomenon. I designed something and built it for silk painting and when someone saw it they accused me of copying this other artist that I had never even heard of. I had a need and even though I researched, I didn't see the product I wanted, so I built it. The accuser didn't believe that I could have come up with it on my own, but I did. Afterwards I looked up this other artist's design and they were similar but not exactly the same. I didn't build it to sell, I built it for me to use, so no big deal. Would definitely be a big deal if it was going to be manufactured on the level you're talking about. Thanks for another great video!

[@pjhalchemy]

As always Izzy you are spot on bringing these points forward. Thanks for making this video! I think it fits well with all you've brought to us over many years now. Thoroughly impressed with the simplicity in which you expressed these concepts and covered them well, including your feelings!! As an old geezer engineer with 40 products under my belt, I always strove for "Simple Elegance" along with the 3F's, as well as costs, manufacture-ability, std part availability, inventory, ROI etc. Most of the products I developed were industrial and commercial, so Sexy didn't matter as much. But simple elegance in design and the 3F's factors highly in; ease of use, reliability, service requirements, and the all important factor of making a product as "Fool" Proof as possible. The one important thing not talked about is product life span/EOL and recycle-ability which is just as important IMHO, especially in this more throwaway world than yesteryear products like washers and dryer, power tools, etc. I still have my dad's old 1/4 Craftsman drill from the early 50's that still works fine but could use a new bushing for the chuck. Personally my greatest achievement was with my 2, 35' fully automated drilling machines with 7 systems (approx. $750k) that achieved ROI in 2.5 years and were still working 20 years later, ~90% of which could be recycled at EOL. Thanks Again Izzy, you are one of the best content providers I know of!!! Hat Tip, ~PJ

[@brianrydzeski6108]

I like this content. You bring to light many good points and do it with respect. I cannot wait to see what You and Maggie do next.

[@jenkins1979]

Izzy,I've always said with fishing lures are not designed to catch fish ,they are designed to catch fisherman....I believe it

[@pocket83squared]

Twenty years ago (as we were showing off our tackle-boxes to each other), a buddy of mine told me that, and we both laughed at ourselves for trying to make our new $7 Rapalas catch a fish to justify their purchase--when we _knew_ that a shiner works better every time. I've believed it ever since. Every design is optimized for SOMETHING.

[@jasoningram2006]

$7??? Living in the Bahamas 20 years ago on a sports fishing yacht as 1st Mate with my brother being Captain I nearly fell out when we went to a Black Bart's bait and tackle for Bill fish in Jacksonville, FL after seeing their handmade lures running between $500-$2,500​@@pocket83squared

[@patrickpk6299]

same with most hunting gear / camo / scent control

[@blueberrywilbur315]

@@pocket83squaredOh Rapala got me for so much back in the day 😂😂😂

[@Kah-Rah-Tay]

Long time viewer here. Since the pantograph builds. This channel is the bomb. I am currently (slowly) making my own machines at home using channels like yours to build mini factory/hobbiest machines. My goal is using home made machines to manufacture goods. This is a jack of trades channel that shows you how to solve real world problems rather than follow tutorials. I would like to see you build a wonka factory. Make the machines and ask the audience how the heck do you think I make it lol. Never tell the answer but in knowing we can do it. We could find a way to do it as well. Thanks for the years of videos! Then for the armchair viewers make puffy fun content

[@phillypauly]

Great insight. Your POV comes across wonderfully as you speak from YOUR experience and didn't try to sell one side or the other. Just presented facts.

[@DaveEtchells]

Great presentation, you shared a lot of common sense about invention, patents and IP that the general public has a lot of misconceptions about.

[@houtslager]

Another concise, informative plus entertaining video Izzy👍👍👍 i tried to buy the nut Gizmo when you launched it online ,but your site then didn't like overseas sales😞😭. Karl

[@johnlipsey6414]

Great video! Innovation.... well researched, not duplicated. "It's not my only good idea." Keep innovating!

[@bradley3549]

I can confirm that for nearly every good idea I've ever had, a quick google search confirms I'm hardly the only person who has already had the same idea. That said, ideas are cheap. The difference between success and failure is not always having the best idea but rather turning an idea into a profitably manufacturer able product. You also nailed an important bit even if you skimmed over it, and that is the fact that patents by nature are evolutionary. A vast majority of the tools and other products around us are taking a good idea and putting a twist on it that hopefully makes it a little better (and a little different.)

[@frugaldiyhandyguy9295]

Great video. This video and most comments give us people with useful ideas, something to ponder about. Thanks.

[@seilah8]

Great to see you back. In my opinion I like this kind of content as well.

[@smorgasbord42]

Given the tools are built by the same company, Grabo, and use the same gasket size, are the specs different because the true capacities are different, or because DeWalt wanted more "insurance" on listed capacity, when, in fact, the performance of the two tools are nearly identical?

[@fdiver60]

Wow Izzy❗️ That Vacuum wall press is genius 👏💜❗️👏💜❗️

[@thom17043]

A very well done discussion of the issues. I do feel that the part not discussed is that there is a lot of China-made no-name stuff that comes out that is a direct copy of "legitimate" products. Possibly even the same factory making non-branded stuff right alongside the branded stuff - or that it is the "rejects" from the branded items. The other issue for the small guy (like your nut runner) is that the larger companies can see an idea out there that has gained traction and then put their "might" behind it to develop it further than the small guy has the resources to do. So it isn't a copy per se, but it is likely a progression from the small guy's starting point. Certainly there is parallel development, but there are also those things that are only obvious after you've seen them. I appreciate these "off topic" discussions. You do a thoughtful and researched presentation no matter the topic.

[@definfected]

Great video!! Glad you're back!! I like seeing innovation just as much as the next person but not at the hands of the little guy. It seems like that happens far too often. I'd much rather purchase the real Grabo than the yellow and black version. I'm not really a big fan of them anyway 😅. Just my two cents. Can't wait to see where this channel goes. Thanks for sharing!! Much ❤ Izzy!!

[@OneWildTurkey]

Really interesting and nice to watch. Hey - that break must have been good for you. You're looking loads better - nowhere near as tired. Be well!

[@JW-hm6ou]

I enjoyed your video I would like to see you do more. Even though it just opens people's minds to what happens out there in business. Ideas come from everywhere and they no they have to change it enough to get past the patterns for example: saw stop & Bosch.

[@davidhorizon8401]

The rubber on the Dewalt will be getting sticky in 3 to 5 years. The Grabbo will still be fine. I love the feel of the rubber parts, but they always start degrading and ruin the device. I would be willing to bet the companies do it on purpose to make you want to replace it. Thanks Izzy. Always a down to earth explanation of things.

[@-Kreger-]

I’ve had my most recent set going in 5ish years. Still feels good. Might be chemicals or environment where you’re working. I’m generally doing renovations and small home repairs. Just thought I’d throw that out there as another idea.

[@Olliinn]

Had that issue on am impact but degreaser fixed it, think it just attracts greases/oils

[@gsfdriller]

Wash the sticky rubber with gas. Not sticky no more. Be careful you do that outside and not near a naked flame or heat source.

[@JimMedcraft]

That vacuum dril press is a great idea. First video I have watched on this channel, I'm not in market for a grabo or your design, but still super impressed by your designs, subscription earnt!

[@intrepidus3378]

I worked in R&D for 11 years as a design engineer with a medical device manufacturer. Think of Dewalt drills/saws/rotary tools but for use in surgery. The innovation was definitely stifled by the drive to get the next product line out the door.

[@bigblaze2532]

Great video. Informative yet simplistic and a fantastic perspective, especially from an inventors standpoint. 🙂👍

[@izzyswan]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching!

[@enricami2494]

Brilliant perspective Izzy. Keep it up

[@izzyswan]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@rogerherrick8323]

Really good video. Great explanation of how the process works and why things may or may not be what they seem.

[@MCsCreations]

Thanks for all the information, Izzy! 😊 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@izzyswan]

We are doing well. Thank you

[@carlwebinar1571]

Very interesting info Izzy. Thanlks for putting it out there.

[@alexbrouard9915]

Working with all tread every day. I use a hollow shank socket 12" deep. It much less bulky than that new dewalt solution plus it fits inside the struts channel to secure them

[@Crushwokery]

Finally a grown-up thinking person in an opinionated world. A joy to see Izzy. Gr8 job on the vid btw. 👍

[@3dandyrandy3]

I liked the video! I'm also a Makita fan because when I first started if you had a cordless drill- driver it was a Makita. If you needed a saw to cut a 6X16" glue lam for a big Hip it was a Makita beam saw, and that been that way for the last over 40 years! I could go on and on but you get the idea.

[@izzyswan]

Makita is a great brand for sure.

[@3dandyrandy3]

@izzyswan What I don't like about Makita is they no longer have the Makita girls at the big sales and shows😭

[@CharlesAnsman]

You did an excellent job at describing the issues.

[@DIYHGP]

Izzy, great video. I always am inspired by your thinking and innovation. Keep on creating.

[@izzyswan]

Thank you, I appreciate you watching!