Restoring a good old shovel

[@cheflorenzo4491]

Thanks for the video. I have many old tools that I've never had the heart to throw away. They will get the same attention that your old shovel deserved. Good job and thank you for inspiring me.

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you so much for these kind words!

[@mrobamateacup1938]

Sometimes when my tool/knifes go dull and don't have the time to sharpen it I switch to a cinder block since it's pretty gritty.

[@madisonmills8480]

LOVE IT!!! Your use of the Chinese Privet is very cool, exciting to see such a cool use from a common plant. How has it held up under use? How does it compare with a store bought thus far?

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you so much for this kind comment Madison! Since making this video I have put this shovel through some absolutely brutal torture tests which I truly wish I had videoed for a follow up but I had no idea how successful this video would be! I’ve had it everywhere from digging sand fleas for bait on the beaches of the Gulf coast to chewing through gravel, packed clay digging ditches. I have pried on the end of that handle with every ounce of leverage imaginable, and she hasn’t shown the slightest sign of giving way. I have come to the conclusion that the shovel will be a family heirloom. Thank you so much for watching and if you liked this, I think you will truly enjoy my 2 part video titled “Making a Buck Vanguard Inspired Golf Club Knife”. -Stagger

[@Doris-y5v]

This is old school technique, is brilliant.

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you! 🙌 -SLMC🔥

[@twintyara6330]

That's a nice shovel

[@mrobamateacup1938]

Never thought of using ferris chloride. I typically boil my rusty tools in distilled water then sand it off. If there's any rust spots I use wd40

[@kevinmarshall9785]

Nice amount of views. Congratulations

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you Kevin!

[@MASI_forging]

It's really helpful 👍👍

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you!

[@furbabies3momma]

New Suscriber... Love your content & attention to detail. I prefer to use old tools & will be restoring a few of my older tools, as needed! Thank you!

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

I’m so glad to have you aboard! Looking forward to bringing you more great content. -Stagger

[@johnbren1351]

I'm sure this will inspire a host of people to try restoring old but quality tools even if we don't all have your resources. Ill be looking at a couple of my shovels later and trying some of your ideas.

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Awesome brother! 🙌 When we love those tools they love us right back. -SLMC🔥

[@amerwine]

Mesmerizing!

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you so much Annette!!

[@dalmiroubina2162]

Great work

[@armandhammer9617]

Hickory works well too just saying..btw I currently have an old shovel with a bent piece of elm for the handle lol

[@restawhileyall1781]

Now a family heirloom for sure - great video.

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Thank you very much! 🤝 -Stagger

[@zarz55]

Seriously awesome, really good tips for DIY 👍

[@elliottandersson3157]

11:49 is that what the experts call a wise-will?!

[@hurleyinc686]

I've got an old shovel from the 40's. Definitely do not have the patience to do this type of restoration.

[@MolonyProductions]

When i finish a shovel I submerge it in water for a week to ensure the wood expands against the metal.

[@joekavanagh5708]

To finish off the fishing scene, you could have fried the fish on the shovel.

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

lol. That would actually be awesome. -SLMC🔥

[@nicolelove2501]

Something a manly-man would do! Every man on this earth should learn a trade/skills to do something productive, besides pushing ink pens across a desk, and swiveling around in office chairs, waiting for his next manicure. 🧡

[@masitaatisam3679]

👍🏽💪🏽👊🏽

[@jimsumner7360]

A man at peace

[@staggerleesmancave8987]

Absolutely! 🤝