Shopping For A NEW SET OF APPRENTICE TOOLS!!! (Part 1 of 2)

In support of hitting 200,000 subscribers on KZbin, I wanted to give back to a cause. In this episode, I go shopping for a set of tools to donate. THIS IS PART ONE, BE SURE TO CHECK OUT PART TWO AS WELL here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pn-alWCOq8uUfcU
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[@paultanner2007]

I helped out my apprentice, he couldn’t afford to get what he needed. He told me he would pay me X amount of dollars per week and I told him to put that money back in his pocket that it was on me.

[@peepeepoopoo1399]

That’s how you make loyal employees. My boss is a cheapass even when our tires are completely bald he takes months to replace. I told my coworker to not take that BS but he’s kind of a pushover. I would’ve and have quit for much less, on the spot.

[@WolfieLovesDaddy]

Good man.

[@NYHalfassprepper]

Pay it forward, its builds loyalty.

[@PawsumGaming]

That's pretty awesome.

[@andrewstoner4355]

@@peepeepoopoo1399 i got lucky and got some old union boys as owners from before they became shit. hell i got retirement and bonuses and all that now. been at my company 6 years and dont plan on leaving any time soon. without the covid bullshit where we paid people to sit at home, and over man jobs. i would be be doing a lot better... but when i need help theyre always there. plus i love most of our employees like family. and the owners will bend over backwards for the loyal of us. godsend to find a good place to call home am i right? hope you can help your employer be better or find a better place.

[@silentslayer569]

Who else addicted to buying tools

[@coreycheatham06]

You know it!

[@garbo8962]

I'm 70 years old & been retired 3 years and still purchasing toys mean toools. Not much room in my tool cart 2 large tool chest and a few milk crates for more tools. Every year they come out with a few great time saving tools.

[@garbo8962]

Stay away from all tools safety & test equipment made in cheating lack of quality control scum bag communist china.

[@joshbeasley3291]

I have a habit of always looking at Milwaukee tools when I go to Home Depot😂

[@garbo8962]

Years ago klein made what was called an electricians hammer. Distance between head & handle was more then 21/8" to hammer roofing nails to secure deep 4 by 4" ( 1900 box ) & deep octagon boxes. Been over 35 years since I used nails to secure such boxes. Easier with cordless drill and some screws with large heads.

[@ptw783]

I took $150 to harbor freight and got myself through the first year of my apprenticeship. As I upgrade, my original kit goes into a bag for the apprentices I get. Gotta start off the good ones right

[@ethan....]

That's awesome man, good on you for looking out for the future of the trade you're in.

[@Mack_Dingo]

Feel the pain once when you buy it, or feel the pain every time you use it

[@jeremynguyen2346]

@@Mack_Dingo where is the video taken

[@andrewmendoza1578]

@@Mack_Dingo yup, buy once cry once.

[@alfiehannam9541]

@@jeremynguyen2346 i think lowes or home depot

[@xMasterShake9x]

Even for beginners/apprentice, just buy Milwaukee Fuel M18/12 line. Buy once, cry once.

[@wizard3z868]

i checked the price point at hd atm is spot on and i wld agree

[@WolfieLovesDaddy]

Milwaukee or Dewalt are the way to go.

[@andrewstoner4355]

@@WolfieLovesDaddydewalt is stronger for what we do. me and my brother have tested this. hes had his main tools replaced twice. m18 hammer drill(small) and impact, while mine still run strong. i even almost burned my hand on the chuch on #3 clutch today teaching my apprentice about torque settings... and mine is a 5 year old model(tiny hammer drill)

[@WolfieLovesDaddy]

@@andrewstoner4355 i love my dewalt miter saw. Its a hot knife thru a stick of butter.

[@bryce4278]

Rigid is lifetime warranty including batteries but I still have the Milwaukee platform for the hacksaw and specialty tools rigid doesn’t make

[@richardb2795]

After a year and a half of watching your videos I finally start my apprenticeship tomorrow. This channel has been very helpful making this decision.

[@ElectricianU]

Best of luck!

[@tonyhayes3712]

Howdy I'm a second generation electrican and last year I was diagnosed with stage 2 brain cancer. On May 27th 2021 I had brain surgery and they said there was a 66.6% chance I wouldn't get up. They took a softball size chunk from my temperal lobe BUT LAST WEDNESDAY I FOUND OUT IM FINALLY IN REMISSION!!! AND IVE HIT THE GROUND RUNNIN. I'm already back to doin electrical work full time. I appreciated this video bc I just bought all of it again last week ha. Grew up on Milwaukee but recently I've switched to RIGID and it's killin it for me. They've got a solid line out right now. And I just started checkin out your videos yesterday. Keep up the good work and make the MOST OF EVERYDAY BUD.

[@khybersafi9137]

A roll of 12-2 Romex and a few 2x4s would've probably cost you more than those tools.

[@johndewitt719]

It’s crazy how expensive shit got

[@embracethesuck1041]

Not so bad, now, at least with the 2x4s. I paid under $3, less than half of what it was before. Romex was $150/250ft.

[@FOH3663]

It's nice to finally see Klein sold at hardware stores. For decades, you had to go to the electrical supply to shop for Klein. Back then, 40yrs ago, before Klein was big into screwdrivers... Sears Craftsman was the typical choice made .. gotta love the "no questions asked" lifetime unlimited warranty. Plus, nothing bounces like the old Craftsman slotted screwdrivers. Bounces... as in playing around, bouncing them directly back into your hand. Once learned, you'll never forget it.

[@OvelNick]

The Milwaukee pen light is MONEY! It's a warmer and more natural color. It eliminates the fatigue I've noticed I would have every now and then from my eyes adjusting back and forth. It has a cushioned battery cap that makes it comfortable to mouth. I KNOW holding stuff in my teeth is not good dental care/hygiene but I do every now and then. It lasted about 6-8 months before it was chewed through. So I grabbed a pack of shrink tube and badabing badaboom... Back in action!

[@jpgtr84]

I will have to try the heat shrink trick. I bit through mine long ago.

[@scarecrow27jf]

I've been watching your videos and while I'm at the job I throw in my pods and listen. I've been an electrician for 13 years and you still teach me good ideas and tips. Keep it up brother.

[@johningram6264]

Your Home Depot has so much more selection than the one here in Asheville,Nc. Since covid hit they cant get any inventory stocked back up

[@Chippy_777]

My buddy works at that store, but both of them in Spartanburg SC Is pretty well stocked.

[@bobhoped9288]

It more supply than most hd

[@HardHeadMilitary]

My Home Depots have plenty of tools, it is romex, pvc and plastic boxes they dont have

[@bernardhaller3754]

My store in Ny is short on stock alot. quite a few pro electricians visit my store for their tools.

[@xuavrice2338]

@@HardHeadMilitary It’s because companies are looking to home depot for their supply, it’s low everywhere.

[@franciscoburgos787]

Commercial electric makes all of those at an affordable price. In fact I know they have them in a convenient package for a fraction of that cost. Those are name brand and good tools for a journeyman making jw money. But for an apprentice making min wage and trying to figure out if they even like the trade and want to keep going, it’s better to start out w the least expensive way. Besides, no one steals your tools if they’re the cheapest out there.

[@vindiesel2997]

Commercial electric tools will wear out extremely fast

[@cward1954]

With some of those cheap tools, they break, don't stay sharp, or whatever. When they break or get lost or stolen, it gives me an excuse to buy the tools I really want. 😅 And with some things, you don't need super expensive tools. The $1.99 Harbor Freight screwdrivers work just fine.

[@corwinclark8164]

Commercial electric tools are such a let down...rather buy klein used

[@LMan120]

My dad has been a plumber for all my life and his toolbox is more than extensive. I’ve been on more Lowe’s trips than I could ever count, so I know tools can get really expensive, but I just got accepted into my local electrician’s Union and seeing how much those tools were just drove home how much I’m about to be spending and can barely afford 😅😅

[@SaucyOperator]

Yeah, the jm won't expect you to have the best tools, but you will need a full kit. Buy middle of the road decent stuff. Because you can upgrade as you progress and if you end up not liking the job, the middle of the road stuff you bought will be good enough for your home use. I'm in my mid 40's and have stepped up to what I really want and need as well as what makes things easier and faster. Best of luck to you!!!

[@reezustheone721]

Harbor freight

[@carlsandrews266]

i loved doing electrical. in 2009 after a few layoffs i got my CDL best decision i ever made. the world need electricians but is not paying them well enough. thanks for what you do.

[@HamiltonMechanical]

So, my apprentice kit came with the standard blue Klein strippers, and when i wore them out i went to get another pair and noticed all the ones at depot now are the chunky handle type. I don't care for that style much, so after some poking around, i bought a set from my local city electric, same as the blue handle ones, but they GLOW IN THE DARK!!! I can drop them in an attic and find them! lol. Being a mechanic for 20 years before becoming an apprentice (3rd year currently) I am known to carry a lot of useful tools in my backup bag that most guys don't usually carry. From security torx bits to ratchet wrenches, I'm usually well prepared :)

[@xuavrice2338]

I got the same kit with the blue strippers, I also have a pair just like em that are yellow and can do 12 and 14 gauge romex stripping.

[@Mack_Dingo]

got the Knipex foraged Strippers for xmas, dipped handle, best ever

[@3ExtraLives]

you bought pretty much all the tools that come in the klein tools starter kit that we get as new students in the electrician program im in right now lol. we're lucky enough that our school is partnered with elliot electric so we get a student discount there.

[@brycetheelectrictech754]

That is a very good set up! When I was an apprentice I basically spent all my money on every klein tool I thought I might possibly use or looked cool lol

[@codysantala4798]

That kid was staring at him when he was testing the 13' standout on the tape measure haha that happens to me too when I test tape measures

[@captainteamcarry3]

*holds four pair of Klein pliers* "About 130$" Me: Crying as I blow a hole in another pair of wire strippers.

[@charlesbirchett7059]

Stop using them on hot wires.

[@pigpig19d]

Let me tell you this thing called Snapon..

[@GuyFromJupiter]

If you want some reasonably high quality tools that won't hurt your wallet so much I think Doyle from Harbor Freight has some solid offerings. Husky and Kobalt aren't bad either. Of course if you have the money to spend US and German made tools are generally about as good as it gets.

[@luisdominguez213]

Doyle harbor freight is solid

[@ag-om6nr]

Why are you working on live equipment ! There is no excuse for this !

[@MrMasterfumi]

When I was an apprentice I used the commercial electric brand tools. Right next to the klein section in Canadian home depots. The linesmans were like 1/3 the cost of jourmeyman series kleins.... hurt a lot less to lose or blow up a couple pairs haha

[@NYHalfassprepper]

For prospective apprentices in a union, I recommend you make a shopping list and ask Santa for the hand tools you will need. The union rules will be specific as to what you will be required to have. Even tools we never use, you will have to buy so you can learn how to use them. My former union also required a locking metal toolbox. Which if you leave unattended you might find Hilti nailed to the slab:)

[@JOSHUAWARREN16]

Wow. Awesome !!!

[@elc2k385]

I dont get the Hilti nailed to the slab statement :)

[@dallas5374]

I found myself looking for power tools in the Union more than I actually worked. Guys would lock them in their tool box.

[@NYHalfassprepper]

@@elc2k385 imagine a toolbox all alone on a cement slab. You carefully remove all the tools in there, and then use a Hilti or other brand powder actuated nailer to secure it to the slab. Then you carefully put all the tools back in. One of the oldest gags in the world of construction site hijinks.

[@NYHalfassprepper]

@@dallas5374 I was told to hammer drill holes through cement ceilings on a job that had 6 apprentices. I said OK no problem. I left the drill up in the crawlspace at night for two weeks. They thought it was stolen.

[@albertarana9421]

About to start my first year apprenticeship with a local. They delayed the start date for us because of COVID, I have been getting schooled here over the last few months. Thanks for your content. Very helpful!

[@LMan120]

Same here! About to start with the 683 in the next couple weeks!

[@albertarana9421]

Right on.

[@karmar9932]

How can I find an apprenticeship?

[@albertarana9421]

@@karmar9932 I would research your county. Search local IBEW and see what the process and requirements are.

[@justin-ec5ni]

Stay true to your tool list don’t be a worm

[@drewjorde]

Thanks for the vids man. 3 month apprentice after being a chef for 12 years. Complete new world. But I’m loving it. Working an industrial meat plant right now. It’s super fun I’m digging it

[@dbenney]

Thanks for making these videos!! I started my apprenticeship last week, they’ve helped me out a ton already.

[@icanreadthebible7561]

I've bought cheap tools and I've bought good tools. I still have the good tools.

[@joshsparks1489]

Wow so much stuff you’d never have to buy as a union apprentice. This is crazy

[@travispoulton6485]

Try being an auto technician lol

[@Mack_Dingo]

He is getting a non-profit set up with a set of electrical tools that he is donating to them, that they will never use cause they contract out ticketed trades jobs. Probably would of researched this non-profit first and got them stuff they actually need. Its the thought that counts tho I guess...

[@Mack_Dingo]

Funny thing when we got our apprentice tool package, the bloody Klein hammer was the most expensive tool for the union list of req tools. The school had a deal with the wholesaler for pre-made tool packages. $60cdn for that damn hammer lol

[@OShackHennessy]

I’ve never seen my HD that well stocked especially in that section

[@jakubhavlicek1155]

Wow, so much stuff. I am wiring 6 level hotel with electrical tape, knife, pliers, spirit level, one screwdriver which is perfect for terminal screws, Phillips, and fits square head wood screws as well. It all fits 2 pockets. When I see apprentices with toolbelt around them full of staff they are not going to use, my back hurts for them. Use as few tools as possible and still be able to do your job is the key in this trade.

[@sethgagle6264]

28 oz hammer!?!? my shoulder hurts thinking about it!

[@sethgagle6264]

@@self2self9 i use a 10 oz stiletto for everyday resi work. I love it and would recommend it to anyone willing to spend around 100 bucks on a quality hammer.

[@turboflush]

Get glow in dark sticks.. That little bit comes in handy. Done with ryobi.. Batteries dont last. I use m12 with 2.0 batteries (keep light) for trade and m18 at home.

[@darrenwoloshyn]

2.0's don't last that long or have that much power. My m12 fuel impact driver was slow at driving 3 inch wood screws. Putting a xc 4.0 increased the power and it could drive 3 inch wood screws no problem and last all day.

[@turboflush]

@@darrenwoloshyn agree.. But my use is light duty. If i have to drill concrete or cut.. I have larger 4.0's. Nice not to have big battery hanging. Home use see's more construction type work.. So m18.

[@andrewstoner4355]

@@darrenwoloshyn dewalt by default.. i know know this problem you complain about. ill rough anything you need me to on 2 batteries in 2 drills, i can give you 10 hours work with it and i mean resi or commercial

[@andrewstoner4355]

dont know this problem* sorry im kind of dumb after work and dont read my work

[@JohnyKnox]

@@darrenwoloshyn m12 drivers are not great for driving long screws like that into wood. Super slow even with the 6ah battery. It's prefect for doing small tasks like sheet metal screws in HVAC. I have both m12 and m18 and they both have perks.

[@number1pappy]

Went out and purchased a kliens electric testing kit that also had a circuit locator. It was amazing how incorrect my breaker box was mislabeled! I was able to correctly label all my circuits, and I also have the ability to test all my outlets now as well. It's relieves my anxiety about rewiring some of my outlets during our home renovation.

[@rabidmonkey4506]

Love the video! Just started my Apprenticeship today, and so far I have no complaints!

[@devonbruyere8493]

Been working at a manufacturing plant for 4 years since high school as a laborer and they just offered me an industrial electrician job when I get out of college next May. This video was perfect since they’re giving me up to $500 reimbursement for tools to get started. Thanks for the video!

[@ElectricianU]

That's great, good luck with the job!

[@peautifulbenis3673]

Just got into the trade with a reputable electric company. Can’t wait to start learning a lot and then eventually start my apprenticeship one day through them

[@Raeilgunne]

my most commonly used electrical tool is a set of cutting / crimping pliers. I'm in industrial maintenance though, so a lot of our components come with pre-stripped leads. Reed switches, sensors, etc. but they always need terminals.

[@ethan....]

When I started as an apprentice, I want to say my shopping spree bill was around $250 back in 2007. I didn't get any power tools or PPE though. My Klein tool plier set was almost exactly what you selected. Instead of the combo drivers I opted for individual Klein screw/nut drivers as I picked out a belt style tool bag and didn't want to fish for different bits. For extras I got a cheap hammer, measuring tape, and then used the rest on a voltage indicator pen. Can't remember if I bought a volt meter or not - pretty sure I didn't as they had those for use in electrical trades school. I'd say your gift was very generous and he was happy to get it! Klein is a great brand. I still have most of my nut drivers and also the pliers (Linemans, Side cutters, and line crimpers) all still work fantastically. I lost the wire strippers though. However, my lineman's have a small 12 gauge hole blew out in the cutter section from my second year in trade school. I was unknowingly cutting live wire when BOOM! It sure did wake me up and I haven't done that since then lol

[@cjad03]

This is gonna be so helpful, whenever I go out to get the tools. I'm about to go work at Jeep for awhile until I get some more money then im gonna head out to get it

[@davidthorne5715]

I’m a 3 year apprentice but I’m just curious to what he’s going to say, one of my favorite tools in my bag is my Klein 11 in 1 screwdriver. I really like the Milwaukee needle nose strippers, as well

[@rossshong2539]

Bruh get the magnetic Klein 11-1 you’ll never turn back

[@garbo8962]

Please be very carefull when using any 11 in 1 tool on energized circuits. Several times have the tips pull out.

[@chato209]

I really bad at math, should I retake Algebra? How often is math used in this trade?

[@notsure7874]

I worked with a master electrician that used a Ryobi - first gen yellow ones, not brushless or anything but definitely not the old blue ones. He had the drill, sawzall, and the flashlight. It served him pretty well for a good long time. I was more than surprised.

[@nelsbackstrom4493]

Congrats on the 200k. Your videos have been super helpful thank you

[@trevorthefisherman5548]

A journeyman I worked with for about a year, told me he gave every apprentice that got good grades, a free tool. I maintained a A+ average and my reward was anything of my choice. So I picked a used Klein reamer because he had two of them and never used the old one. It’s been 3 years, I still use it almost every day and haven’t lost it yet 😂 it’s one of the few tools besides my first pair of Klein’s that I’ve managed to hold onto

[@mrSaviorself]

I usually recommend my green plumbing apprentices to go to harbor freight to buy their hand tools. There super cheap just incase they decided trade work isn't for them.

[@InternetWarriorQwer]

You can resell Klein tools for around half what you paid for them but Harbor Freight tools are junk the second you walk out their door.

[@SlackersIndustry]

resell kelien lose 50% of ur money, keep the junk harbor freight and u still saved a ton of money

[@justheretoinspireyou5803]

Even if the trade is for you you can get away with 95% of your tools from harbor freight

[@christopherdelcastillo0077]

My trade school doesn’t allow tools made outside of the U.S, cause of safety reasons.

[@mrSaviorself]

@@christopherdelcastillo0077 that sounds odd because it's made directly in the good old USA doesn't always mean better quality

[@chrisfyfe9212]

The Klein non contact voltage tester with the LDM is also pretty cool , range about 65’ , checked mine against a Bosch , accurate enuff !

[@eatsbyrick3161]

I’ve did construction for 20 years, I was also a licensed electrician. 2 things I wanted add: Stake on Tool & check the hardness of the linesman. I have 3 Klein’s linesmen Pliers: 99 (from when I graduated trade school) 00 which is case hardened and cuts bolts and 01 which is the same as the 00 model but I cut a live line with the 00 and blew a hole through it.

[@Thewoods.]

Thanks for uploading this video, as a soon to be a level 1 apprentice in the field with Union

[@freddurden7130]

Eastwing 16 Oz electrician hammer is the only right answer

[@quietwyatt8214]

I've been an apprentice for a few months now, and my tool set essentially matches this one! Glad to know I've got good taste haha

[@jadenmernin3029]

I’m 18 years old starting my Carrier as an electrician and I can definitely say these are so helpful

[@soupbread653]

"Lots of stripper options" That can mean 2 VERY different things

[@brandonrides]

Wire strippers and paint strippers?

[@cv5273]

I prefer my strippers in the middle of the price range

[@alancornwall5589]

I like the 12v impact driver to keep in my pouch while I'm working. It's compact & light weight. I use my M18 if I'm driving a lot of screws into wood.

[@darrenwoloshyn]

Using a 4ah or 6ah battery will make it way more powerful. Can drive 3 inch wood screws all day no problem. Not too much heaver either.

[@Vanilla_Icecream1231]

@@darrenwoloshyn honestly the fuel 12v can drive and counter sink 3 inch screws reasonably fast with 1.5 ah battery but yeah

[@joeltrotter2119]

Lucky cat getting all those awesome tools! Super awesome Dustin way to give back to the trade! Much respect.

[@GailsonPvPwtf]

I personally have 2 flathead screw drivers. One is a 4" demo with a 5/16th tip and one is a 6" long 1/4" tip with a wire bender. The demo is good for destroying stuff and punching out knockouts while the 1/4" tip wont scratch up plates like the 5/16th does. Ones for rough-in and ones for trim-out in other words. I also just use my extension as a 1/4" nut driver.

[@viewatyourownrisk]

For a guy with huge hands a set of needle nose with a small and narrow jaw can be amazingly useful when doing low voltage and dealing with cat 5e punch downs and minicoms.

[@artisanelectrics]

Sharing this with our apprentice Reuben! Amazing content as always! Great to see you doing things to help others! ❤

[@mikeyoungling6197]

Big fan of the knowledge, been a sparky for almost 8 years both residential and commercial.!

[@jimanderson4495]

You’re pushing 1/4 million subs. Congrats. Thanks. Love the service calls.

[@rpsibew110]

High leverage which means the pivot point is in a different place than other lineman's pliers. Also get the D series so it won't get damaged while cutting harder metals.

[@Jason_Van_Stone]

My Childhood: Toys R' Us My Adult life: Home Depot

[@Sjackson2369]

A lot of these tools I bought as a mechanic working in independent shops. Ended up pulling double duty for wiring too

[@HVACNoLife]

Glad you added the 7 in 1 nut driver. I work in HVAC and I haven't found a nut it couldn't crack since it has that wrench assist. I call it my "Nut Buster".

[@Chippy_777]

The XR, LXT, Octane and Fuel lines are just their brushless lines. It means they're more efficient, but doesn't necessarily mean they're "better" tools. Still good tools, just have different weak points and benefits 🙂

[@nateschultz8973]

Be nice to know that they went for a sturdier gear box to go with that, but if they don't brag that they did, it seems doubtful. Shame, because that would be a real selling feature.

[@robertsteich7362]

Yes, I am going to be that guy… 8:08 Did you really just pick up a waffle maker hammer for an electrical apprentice? They are going to put waffle marks in Romex cabling when they miss the staple.

[@danervin2530]

Waffle maker 🤣🤣🤣 this one got me

[@eskimosurferdreamer]

I'm an apprentice, I was given a bunch of tools from my training center, but I wanted to add just a couple of my own additions that I was not given nor mentioned in this video. A 4 size ratchet combo for strapping strut straps (I'm doing inside wiremen in commercial), and a dial level that Milwaukie makes, in home depot I found it in the "Tools" (general) section. So far in my apprenticeship, most of my bends have been at 30, 45, 60, or 90's, but once in a while you're in tight spot and getting a 10 degree bend or 25 or whatever else does come in handy!

[@nobodyishere5871]

I just completed my first semester of electrical school I still got so much to learn

[@Joe-rh4bd]

I work at home depot myself, its okay to film in the store, we actually cant tell you not to.

[@aredditor4272]

Sorry about the horrible stuff you guys have to deal with as far as customers. The stealing, using stuff and returning it(even paint), the jerks who scatter the stock willy nilly, the jerks who toss their garbage in the parking lot, etc, etc.

[@Steve_Edberg]

That Bhagvanji, what a goofball!! 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@joshinintheusa9319]

I just received an email from my local. Just got accepted. They sent a list: 8” Screw driver · Pliers - Cutting to 8’ · Hammer - Straight Claw · 2 Pliers- Channel Locks · Tool Pouch · 6’ Rule · Knife · Pencil Thanks to Dustin, I purchased way more than what's on this list. Can't wait to get started! Thanks Dustin for the info! You sir are the man!

[@LORDSLADE]

How has it been man ? I want to go to school for electrician this coming year

[@steveguzman19]

I just got that plug tester myself super awesome, your store has a way bigger selection New York and New Jersey has... really nice store!

[@lancebailey1704]

It really depends on what field of electrical work you are in. Residential, commercial, or industrial.

[@kaceyjones7694]

M12 is VERY good and incredibly under rated honestly

[@Makitafan]

And lighter

[@darrenwoloshyn]

Just make sure you put a 4.0 or 6.0 on it. The 2.0's don't have that much power or runtime. They are good for trim work though.

[@brianyeaney48]

Awesome for what you do I'm a dewalt am Milwaukee fan so got a hoody says Dewaukee haha off another utuber finishcarpentry

[@tommycho9068]

Good video and good to know all the tools what electrician needs. Thank you.

[@StormChaser-jo5lq]

Great Video Dustin! Keep up the awesome content, always finding myself buying from Home Depot

[@ericcook80]

Im so addicted to flashlights and of course the glow-in-the-dark Klein's

[@JOSHUAWARREN16]

I have never seen that Klein!!! Flashlights are so important!!!

[@LzysGraphics]

Love the specialty Husky flashlights, the flex and flip work lights. They’re extremely versatile and are useful in most situations. I’d stay away from the regular flashlights from both Milwaukee and Husky unless you’re buying the M12 or M18 lights as they’re more expensive than great flashlights you can find from other brands

[@Raptormeatx]

I love my glow in the dark hand tools for attic work

[@HamiltonMechanical]

@@Raptormeatx same here!

[@MitchSilva37]

I'm just amazed that none of the screwdrivers had insulation running from the handle to the tip. In Australia all of our 1000v rated tools are insulated to the tip

[@jukser]

Same in Estonia and most of the europe. EU standards

[@draaks1]

They exist in the US and are usually carried at the electrical supplys. Big box stores don't always have those specialty type tools.

[@iampotates]

Good for you and Australia, i guess it'd be a shame to be off'd by electricity when you have plenty of other creatures that can do it more interestingly.

[@jonathanevans9016]

Klein has insulation all the way to the tip.and is rated 1000 volts also. You can see them in the top right corner when looking at the klein tools. It's bright bright orange

[@FOH3663]

With Kleins, ... I always thought "𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝 𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚" was relative to hinge position, not handle length.

[@rodpotts6317]

Really enjoying your show. Just starting out ,so it’s been very helpful.

[@elvizhernandez4305]

Get knipex over chanel locks youll love them!

[@airfoemoe]

Pfft, get with the times Grandpa, Everyone is moving on to Fujiya. (They're not, just messing)

[@garbo8962]

Had several pairs of knipex pliers in work carts and perfer Channelock or klein. Think Knipex are overpriced.

[@wesjones8813]

I can't remember the details, but the ncvt1 with a certain date code, has been recalled by klein.

[@rhiley36]

Yeah a bunch of the Klein tic testers got recalled

[@rabbi_dragon_slayer]

As a network engineer secondly - fish sticks are great for running wire where drywall or ceiling tiles (on a raised roof) have already been placed; they also make for a yummy snack at lunch, mmmmm fiberglass, my fav

[@thecoldcallerguy]

Whoa! I just saw Lakeline Blvd Home Depot on your receipt! I’m in Leander, TX and will be starting my apprenticeship this month!! Super excited to start my career.

[@theloudprofessional]

Shoutouts to the ones not wearing a mask in the video lol

[@aredditor4272]

I'm an old man with more experience in general than this guy(not more as an electrician), but I'd say overall, so far, he's on point. Good job, good video, good guy.

[@wiljam1968]

Klein boxing hammer? That's real nice of you help out the new guys. When I was an apprentice, my first boss bought my first set of tools. To this day, here's what I have as hand tools self contained in my "tools": Klein belt, white leather Klein tool pouch for hand tools and Stanly leather bag with a hammer loop for the other side. Klein linesmen with tape puller (N9ETP I think) Klein angled side cutters Klein needle nose--the big ones Two pairs of Vise-Grip channel locks If I'm doing houses I carry a pair of T&B crimp plyers Lennox torpedo level Klein keyhole saw Klein hook knife Large Klein slotted beater screwdriver. Medium Klein slotted Medium Klein Philips Small Klein offset (squiggly) screwdriver for trim plates I use the smallest Klein strippers, the one's that require finesse Whatever induction tester that is working I still carry a Square D Wiggy in a Klein leather pouch. Klein boxing hammer Anything beyond basic hand tools I carry in your typical Klein bag or the the cases they came in. Hacksaw Drills Sockets Wrenches and sofourth. I haven't had to make a living as an electrician for 30 years now but I still do side jobs from time to time and my ancient tool bag still hangs on a hook in my shop ready to go out the door.

[@trigganometry168]

Man I wish my Home Depot in Oakland was well stocked and neat. I use to buy every new apprentice a new tool they needed.

[@rogerhodges7656]

I didn't shop your list but it is half the price at Amazon. The big orange box is not yur friend at the cash register.

[@glenjamindle]

Gotta watch for fakes on Amazon. It's turning into Wish

[@NYHalfassprepper]

You should not be buying power tools unless you are in business for yourself. Power tools are strictly employer owned every place I have ever worked both Union and non union.

[@liamwelsh5565]

Not where I live, only union buys power tools.

[@vlad1889]

Same, in Chicago you only get tools when you join the big company or union. Most small business do not provide them.

[@Bryan-df7kc]

I work for two small companies one provides most power tools the other only provides expendable stuff.

[@NYHalfassprepper]

You should not he working for a shop that requires you to buy power tools. I could not even imagine what that would cost me, thinking about all the hammer drills, core boring machines, magnetic drills, hole hawgs bee hives, pipe benders, pullers that I have run in my career.

[@butternutsson9403]

yeah i work for a electrical company were you have to buy everything even the bits multi tool bits EVERYTHING, shits bullshit. You are not making the 15$ an hour or whatever at that point. And as a company can write these tool cost off at the end of the year. So why is this company making a SHIT LOAD of money making the employee's buy all the tools for the jobs is beyond me.

[@andrewfischer8564]

my grandfather took me to the supply house.. i was so proud.. my grand father wasnt able to so i took my brother. there happened to be a display of chopping guns. from a small hammer drill to a full on jack hammer.. i get the middle one i make my brother hold it over his head in the chopping position. i said "welcome to the business.. for you youngins in the day we laid galvanized pipe in the deck and if it was out of the wall you chopped the concrete back and with a hickey you bent the conduit into the wall... or if a deck box got full of concrete you would have to chip it out. hard dirty work worthy of a new apprentice

[@JohnyKnox]

There is a 5 piece m12 kit that is a perfect stating point especially when paired with a 6ah xc battery. It doesn't have a hammer drill but it does have a drill driver, impact, hackzall, 3/8 ratchet, light and 2 1.5ah batteries. The kit is under $300 CAD. It is what I got to start and then added a m18 brushless impact and hammer drill with 2 2ah batteries. Definitely needed more power for some things but the m12 sets kick ass. I have since also got the crown stapler, multi-tool, compressor, and rotory tool.

[@farmjunk]

In the future, may be worth contacting the store ahead of time and asking for permission to film there. As it's a private business, they could ask you to leave for filming. If you get permission first, it makes everything go smoother and could help establish a good relationship for the future.

[@thatelectritian]

I would recommend a ratcheting screwdriver or the 7/8 in one wire stripping pliers (Milwaukee is the brand that I recommend)

[@angeljimenez2710]

I feel great that i have mostly everything this man listed and its worth having when you never expect it

[@yuknasty9199]

Just started my first week as an apprentice working at a hospital. I definitely need to go tool shopping.

[@mason03bodine]

For the sockets on the drill I bought an adapter kit that just has the hex insert then the other end is 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 socket nubs on the other end. Just like a ratchet. Makes it so you can use any socket you want insted of having to but them individually.

[@Exolesco]

Homedepot sells an Apprentice’s Electrical set under the their house brand Commercial Electric. It comes with a tote bag, various hand tools, pair of lineman’s and so forth. That’s what I started with I still use many of those tools to this day. I paid about $70 and I think it runs close to $100 now but it’s worth it. That set is normally at the bottom of the shelf right below all of the Klein tools. If you’re just starting out, you won’t regret it.

[@chrisfyfe9212]

Good call on the stubbies, many/most are under equipped in re: stubbies !

[@tacklebox6239]

Master plumber here. This dude is telling the help to go buy brand new quality tools when they don’t make much money starting out. As an apprentice I had better/more tools than some of the plumbers I worked with. I shop around and bought pretty much everything second hand at a fraction of the cost. Plus the help isn’t used to keeping up with tools so they’ll lose that shit most of the time. I didn’t really need to buy anything new until I had been in the field for about 5-6 years.

[@williamlambert2865]

Love it, been doing this for over 30 years.

[@sw7366]

Great. Now I need to go out and buy all new tools!

[@jimharris1590]

Al. Baptist Children's Home is a great charity---they raise abused and neglected children---thanks Jim!

[@efrainsZ71]

I am no where near being an electrician but I am going to buy these tool anyway. Thanks man. Great videos.