Passing the Torch?

[@jasonpatterson8091]

Awesome that you and your son can do this together - he's doing good work! Even if he ultimately decides to do something else entirely with his life, you and he will have these experiences and he will have this skillset to rely on. Good job Dad.

[@the_zule]

All the very best in 2022 Isaac! Great to see you “Passing the Torch”! Your son is getting an invaluable education from one of the best out there! I’m a trades instructor here in BC, Canada - I teach electricians - YOUR PATIENCE IS OUTSTANDING! Nothing like learning from a master in their trade. The tools you give him will last him his lifetime - teaching someone to work with their hands and to appreciate “a job well done” is a life skill that translates to whatever career path they choose.

[@larrykeenan598]

Are you IBEW by any chance? I taught IBEW Apprenticeship classes for close to 20 years.

[@Greyingbloodnut]

Patience is the key . I can remember working as a boy working with my old man . Patience wasn't his strongest virtue . I can watch issac all day .

[@REVERSE_BIAS]

"Passing the Torch"..... How fitting!

[@christopherrasmussen8718]

Awesome, I hope he enjoys it. I taught my youngest to SMAW as a teen. She took that, went to a year long trade school. Went on to a 2 year degree in metallurgy. She’s freelance with several companies that specialize in power plant rebuilding.

[@ypaulbrown]

outstanding....

[@milotorres6894]

She took it to the highest level in the spectrum , her original instructor pointed her in the right direction too , onward and upward , 👍✌️💪💎🌎

[@georgeburns5811]

There's nothing better for me than seeing a father teaching his son how to make his way in the world. Your son will never forget times like this when you are teaching him your trade. Good luck in the new year!

[@DAVE_WHITE]

Clear Calm instruction, no frustration no voice raising. This is exactly how it is done.. working as a team Awesome!!!

[@mattl1758]

Good for both of you. My parents always told me “if you know a trade then you’ll never starve”. They were absolutely right. Even if it’s not what he does with his life. Can always fall back on it. Love your videos

[@FireoftheGreeks]

Not too shabby for an Apprentice! Those are a huge set of shoes he's trying to grow into but he's got an amazing teacher and father, I look forward to seeing him grow but at the same time not ready to let go of Dad putting out these awesome videos! Happy New Year to you both!

[@ebutuoyebutouy]

Awesome! Happy New Year everyone.

[@georgelewis8904]

Your torch do you have some type quick change ,couplings to put on off hoses .

[@steveb6103]

@@georgelewis8904 Yes he does. It's not unusual to have more then 1 torch head . I have 3 for different jobs.

[@2nickles647]

As for me. My father's shoes were his. I followed in my own path. Took a different route. But the teachings that my daddy and my grandfather are always with me. I took the path of the IBEW and worked in electrical industries. I became a Control room operator for over 25 years and retired. I told him what I did but he did not understand it. But he was proud of me. I was very involved in the IBEW. That is my history and I don't expect anyone of my family to fill my shoes. My daughter's are working on their masters degrees in Education and accounting. So I'm a very proud dad. ❤

[@jukeman57]

Happy to see a young man following his dad’s footsteps. Many young folks should explore the trades as an alternative to going into debt to get a BS or BA. Our country at present needs more trained skilled workers.

[@davedavedave52]

Brought back all those memories of my dad showing me how to cut, real special stuff. You didn't put him at a disadvantage, doing the tough stuff will make straight cut easy

[@esalva1948]

A great teacher and an unwilling student will yield nothing but having a great teacher and a willing student will yield much. I hope you and your family have a wonderful 2022.

[@daveA2024]

What a very patient teacher you are Isaac, time like this spent with your family is priceless, made even more so when you can teach him skills like this.

[@timothypirnat3754]

The best welding school in the world for your son. You are a patient teacher and a good dad. Hope he continues to be interested in what you are doing. You are pushing healthy work behaviors, and pushing out "the pushers" and other bad influences on your son. God bless you for paying attention to your son. A good example for other fathers to follow.

[@billysmith6131]

Nice to see a trade being passed on by an artist. Your son has large gloves to fill, but he also has a great teacher, and an awesome father guiding him about!!

[@hugeheaf6113]

I'm 52 years old and this is bringing back a lot of good memories of my dad teaching me how to weld how to mechanic how to use the cutting torch in my word of advice to your boy to listen to your dad follow his direction even when sometimes it don't make sense in the end you'll see why he did it the way he does it stick with it son and enjoy these memories from your dad my dad's long gone and this is wonderful wonderful memories you're giving me that I forgot forgotten

[@bentaylor8342]

Here's hoping he wants to keep this as his career, he's got a great teacher!

[@gracewthomas]

There is nothing better than to see a Father and Son working together , wish my father was still here .Thank you again for making a video with your son , finally working and you showing him the right way to get the job done. God bless you and your family and Happy New year my friend Alan Thomas

[@MarvUSA]

That boy will make daddy proud for sure. Such a nice thing to see, passing the torch. heck ya. We need this so badly in this world, and for our future. Thank you I.C. for being a great teacher, and father.

[@TaralgaBushAdventure]

I often wondered why my welder/boilermaker Dad you come home all sore from work - watching your videos, especially the ones out in the field with your truck, showed me why. He ended up with many back and neck issues. I regret not learning to weld from him - he was somewhat old-school, knew all the old techniques. He was the guy they always had apprentices work with. He was a good teacher, but didn't put up with any bullshit. He told them, "do good work, don't waste time, think about it and do it once." So yeah, thank you.

[@TheChristeepher]

Now this pleases my heart. The fundamental dads job, pass it on. Sometimes painful, always rewarding. Great team.

[@alvintarrer6914]

you go son , be your best, be open minded when your father teaching and explaining, I missed my father,I'm 68 yrs old. stay close to your father...God bless

[@Thewrightstuff777]

So great to see a young man learning a trade that will provide for his family all his life. Valuable lessons!

[@kevinkline3938]

Dad, his son, and his dog. Doesn't get any better than that.

[@Stubones999]

That reminds me of my Dad! He taught me so much about so many things... I love to see you passing it on to your son! Congratulations!

[@jiml9971]

Man I sure wish my father was as patient and such a great teacher as you sir. It warms my heart to see you being so kind to your son while he learns your craft !! Awesome job 😊

[@Le_Comte_de_Monte_Felin]

You're an awesome teacher for all of us so I can't imagine how great your son will be! He's already light years ahead of so called 'experts' by being willing to learn and it's obvious that he's paying attention! Well done! Both of you!

[@garyduscha2579]

You are right the dog knows how to weld better than some welders lol

[@tomtd]

“Good job” dad was so proud he said it three times. Praise is deserved first time with a torch is damned scary and you can’t put it back if you’ve blown it away.

[@mikejenkins9135]

Teaching your son the trade from one generation to another priceless

[@jerrycann6374]

one thing you can not teach your son is to have patience and he certainly has that. He will become a very skilled tradesman thanks to you.

[@adnacraigo6590]

You are teaching him right and setting him up for success if he wants to do that type of work. He should be proud to have a dad like you.

[@garybarford6108]

Great Father and son bonding, Cheers from down under

[@harrymerritt7745]

Nice too see young man learning from him father

[@samuelferree9303]

What a great teacher! Giving clear instructions while at the same time being patient while letting him have the reigns. You both should be very proud.

[@bryanchesley9435]

It doesn't matter what he chooses to do with his life, he has had a great mentor and coach show him the value of the success of hard work.

[@shawnjarman9860]

Just had to stop the video, your son looks to be in his upper teens, and I’ll tell you, this makes me proud of him, he seems to want to learn, and not afraid to work, it’s becoming a lost attribute in the younger generations these days, he’s got the greatest teacher in the world, his dad! This is a time he’ll remember the rest of his life! And some day, he’ll pass this down to his son! Love your videos, plz keep them going, as I hope your son does!

[@5x535]

It won't be too long and he will be a trusted right hand. Good job Dad.

[@chrislindquist2003]

Very cool that you're able to teach and work with your son. He's a fortunate kid to have a father like you Isaac.

[@gogoubai]

That is the best example to watch something that looks so easy in the hands of professional is actually a very complicated art to master in the hands of a beginners.

[@tomscorner3656]

Fantastically Awesome, you have to be so proud of him. Your teaching him with zero pressure. This is better than any trade school could teach him.

[@NR-cr762]

Always great learning skill from our families! Love the positive reinforcement in his sons work!

[@johnosteen145]

Great job repairing the auger. Your dad is a great teacher. Keep it up and you will be set with work for a lifetime .

[@scottjune3554]

He listened and followed instructions Great job dad

[@alangraham4526]

Really great to see this combo at work. Your son will look back on this later and realise what a huge gift you have given him. I have been around pipelines and offshore welder / fabricators for 40 years and you can hold your own with any I have seen. I do hope the lad "hangs in there"!

[@aaronp1434]

Such a patient teacher with your boy, he will learn a valuable skill set, even if ultimately he goes on to other pursuits, the skill and work ethic he’s gained from you will follow him. I followed in my fathers trade and was lucky enough to apprentice directly under him for the last year before he passed. That experience, knowledge and time is invaluable to me even 20 years later and is still the highlight of my career. It was during that time, I grew up in my fathers eyes and we went from a parent/child relationship to an adult friend/professional one. my goal was always to be almost as good as my father at our trade, my proudest moment was him telling my mom how much our brother tradesman looked up to me at such a young age because of my skills. Skills I learned from him! Kudos to you and your boy. Cheers

[@TheDgdimick]

Dad spending time to help his kid learn a trade and get rich.. Thumbs up...

[@chrisdidamo7675]

Your son is lucky to be taught an invaluable skill to be used throughout his life. I wish I could weld better, still learning.

[@roberthigginbotham114]

Really makes my soul feel good. Seeing you training your boy to do something that will stay with him his lifetime. Nothing like passing the torch on

[@jeremymatthies726]

Isaac, awesome to see your son taking up the profession and learning from a great teacher. If I was into welding, you sir are someone I would love to learn from. PS: love how the dog makes sure he is in the videos everytime and as frequent as possible. Lol.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Excellent training! My dad let me use the torch at an early age. I still remember what I cut!

[@REVERSE_BIAS]

It wasn't something bad, like his car in half was it?!? Lol

[@Nitestalker65]

It's great to see the young guys take an interest in doing this work. It's a a very skill and knowledge intense kind of work!!! They can't learn this stuff from a computer!!!! Great work!!!

[@grahamshelton3448]

You inadvertently taught more than usual. It went from " not how to, the way I do" to " this is exactly how you do this". Tell your son I say thanks... a bunch

[@10us101]

I grew up in a blacksmith shop i was welding before i went to school but my step father never showed me nothing how lucky your son is and congratulation on being a great dad

[@jcadult101]

One of the best Tool Time episodes out there, Tim is working in the garage and one of the kids is cutting a bar with the torch. It falls to the floor and Tim proclaims "you have cut metal, with fire!" followed by his various manly sounds.

[@jackdenker3442]

Having someone that can teach you like this is just as good as striking gold, most of us learned the hard way so use your best listening skills and enjoy the process!

[@tedheierman1181]

It's always a challenge to pass along countless years of experience! It's no different in my own profession!

[@thebruteforce1]

Great to see you teaching him some skills he can make a living at. Good to see a young man who is interested in learning a skill other than playing video games! Love your channel and looking forward to seeing this young man progress in his welding skills!

[@ghilreese3413]

A fortunate Father and a fortunate Son. Thanks for the videos.

[@bigdave6447]

Good tradesmen don't necessarily make good instructors especially when they 're their children ,you are the exception!

[@uncleheavy6819]

Watching this video brought a tear to my eyes. It reminded me of my father's patience with me, passing on his skills. I also learned a lot as you explained things to your son. Outstanding work. I must admit that I chuckled at your son's reaction when the oxy popped and crackled. I nearly jumped out my skin when that first happened to me.

[@utubota5522]

I was able to find people in my life who were willing to teach me things like you are doing with your son. I hope someday he realizes how lucky he is to have a dad like you.

[@joandar1]

This kinda reminds me of when my Father was teaching me how to use a torch, brings back memories. Happy New Year to All. John, Australia.

[@MrImux]

Trully heartwarming for me sir. 🙂 I wish my father was still alive and taught me like that

[@erichill5208]

The master teaching the next generation tradesmen is fantastic. No better way to teach than to give the student hands on

[@jerryfritzer8837]

Good job. Kid is learning fast. You are a great teacher and father.

[@johnandcarolynmills3061]

Thanks Isaac , I was Hoping to see this young man pickup Dads talents, he cant get a better teacher. From Canada

[@juanwaller1942]

Awesome job teaching your son we need more people like you in this world.

[@standonald5145]

Hi Issac, what a wonderful thing to watch a father teaching his son something he wont learn in school, if you have time spend some time off camera with him just cutting lines on sum old scrap plate straight through and bevel cuts to build up his confidence , and once he has cut the plate and bevelled the edges get him to weld if back together, the rest will be history as they say Stan.

[@Overhaul_zoo_engineersx2]

Really enjoyed this video. Especially the dialog around what and how to do things.

[@george8873]

I admire how the first thing you kept telling or asking him is to get comfortable. Makes for an easier job if you're not fighting your own body to get the proper cutting angles and so on. Your son did great and you're an excellent teacher Isaac. Hope you and your family have a great and Happy New Year.

[@WhyBeNick]

Took me quite a while to learn that myself with welding. If at all possible, get comfortable. It shows in the quality of the bead.

[@terrminatoragain461]

Hands on is the best teacher,good on you and your son working together

[@mfc4591]

One of my huge disappointments with young adults today is that they are not willing to learn a trade. so good to see your son doing well under your instruction . Hope you all have a good year ahead, blessings for you and the family,

[@mathewmolk2089]

Let;s see, 8 years out of high school and 200 grand in debt to student loans, living in a cheep apartment, and driving a rusty Toyota and nobody want's to hire a "doctor of diversity" vs having 20 large in the bank, owning a house, driving a brand new Ford Dualie and paying tax on over 100 grand a year in wages. ,,, Anybiody think the NWO Marxist guidance councilors and teachers will reveal THAT truth to the kids? Not likely. (BTW, That is true for both my sons)

[@jimhigdon2193]

"IC" two very lucky people. A father/mentor willing to "pass the torch," and a son who wants to learn that very valuable trade.

[@williamcunha9136]

Awesome Job! A Father putting out the effort & with patiences to teach there children are good memories that no one can take away! Thank You!

[@georgeescaped6035]

so good to be taking the time to teach your son a skill .. and great for your son to want to learn this skill.. to many know nothings out there with eyes glued to their phone screen .. thanks and Happy New Year to you and yours !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@micmike]

Good Welder, Good Teacher, Good Father and Good Apprentice. Not long before there are two skillful surgeons in the house! Top Notch as always

[@bendavison222]

When I struggle with oxy-fuel cutting I often am tempted to think it's something with my equipment but then you see another learner having the same struggles and the teacher takes the equipment into their hands, doesn't change a thing and makes a perfect cut. A good reminder that the only thing separating folks who are learning and the masters is time, thought and practice. Keep moving young brother and I will too!

[@metlmuncher]

I can't possibly like this enough. My dad did this for me with machining at about that same age.. Thank you for taking the time to put the torch in a young man's hand and light a fire that can burn and serve him well

[@jerryjohns7358]

You’re a good dad. Patient and encouraging.

[@gidge34]

Being a parent is our greatest gift, God Bless and happy new year.

[@dkoon884]

It’s nice to see a young man learning a great skill from his father. Also you can tell in your voice how happy it makes you to see your son doing well with the profession your so passionate about.. bravo 👏🏼 you guys bravo

[@harrywhalen3571]

I was self taught, learned from my mistakes, now we have online training to revert to. Sir you are a wizard at your craft !

[@davetaylor4741]

No pressure and on camera too. Looks easy. Isn't that easy and it takes a while to build the confidence. Time and practice is the only solution and having a good teacher helps.

[@phillipmcdonnell9756]

a chip of the old block I to learnt from my father plant is heavy but very rewarding I wish him well for the future

[@rclc93]

Great job by son, greater job by dad!

[@ozknmahn8690]

Good job. Your son is lucky, he's learning from a pro ! 👍

[@kevanlyman5221]

Great to see the next generation taking an interest in the family business.

[@Blackopsmechanic338]

Watching your son and you, reminds me of my Dad teaching me. Good stuff!!

[@janfourie5336]

Like a duck to water, with Dad watching. What a valuable experience young lad. Well done.

[@larrylittletonjr.5305]

That's awesome my friend. He'll be one hell of a steel man if he keeps hanging with you

[@neilgillmore]

As a Father myself, I know there's nothing better than Father and Son Time.... F.A.S.T. Great to see....

[@gregc1520]

Very rewarding to see a father take his time and show his son the tricks of the trade. My son has now taken over my business and I work for him, till I retire. Great to see a young man interested in getting into the trades in this day and age. Keep up the good work.

[@Shasta_Rayne]

Watching you guide your son literally warms my heart. My sons dad isn’t here to guide them. I’m on my own. I’m teaching my eldest how to use tools. I’m studying to be a welder. This hit home for me. You’re an amazing father and teacher.

[@ICWeld]

That is awesome! You can do it! And believe it or not, Women make better welders. No joke. :)

[@Shasta_Rayne]

@@ICWeld Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I have heard that about women welders. I am so inspired watching your videos and (I am on break from school for another week)...and I can't wait to get back. I fell in love with the trade/work/skill. You are an excellent teacher and I just can't thank you enough for what you share with your viewers. It truly is inspiring. Thank you for commenting back to me.

[@wirefeed3419]

I would give anything and everything to have my youth and my dad back. Times shared like this are worth more than anything else in life. Sad thing for some is we realize it when it is too late.

[@regsparkes6507]

The younger welder has got a helluva a teacher! He will do just fine! I have to say that I've been 'sticking' metal together for a long time, and no, I am by no means, a welder, but I've learned a few tips here today too. ( I am a hobby welder ) I am glad I have subscribed to I C Weld. Thank you!

[@erikgiggey4783]

this is my kind of family programming, regardless of if he pursues this as a full time career or not he will have this huge knowledge base and good experience learning from you. awesome job to you both

[@jonathannovak5961]

The best part is when you tell him "good job". Kid is getting great instruction and positive feedback. You sir, have skills not limited to metal work but as an educator as well.😁👍

[@patricklauer3100]

Well well. Your sons learning from the best in the business. Isaac you sure have good patience. you’re teaching your son the trade!! he looks like he’s got a good steady hand Just likes his father. Amen.

[@jesusgalicia8282]

Why am I almost in tears? And why am I so proud of your boy? Awesome sir. Keep up the amazing work. Both of you.

[@ICWeld]

Thank you so much!

[@dillonmagers2886]

I do believe those Texas dirt hands will keep you both busy. That young man has the aptitude and attitude to do well. Congrats to both of you

[@nigelsmith7366]

I think you make an excellent teacher... Vast amount of experience to pass on

[@FIGGY65]

In my humble opinion ( and experience) this has got to be one the luckiest young men on the planet. Isaac is a true artisan/craftsman and an outstanding man ( from what he shares with us here) , and to have him as a TEACHER and his Dad is the very best of both worlds!