Tool Time at The Repair Shop | Part Two

The previous video went down well, so I spoke to a few more of the experts at The Repair Shop about their most precious tools and the stories behind them...
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[@ianpaternoster1396]

Love how Dominic has made these KZbin videos. Thank you.

[@user-si1ov4ug3t]

As a Yankee, I just want to say, Thank you for all of the repair shop,for keeping history alive. So much talent in the same place, America needs a similar type show and shop. Just saying.

[@ronmill9737]

Oh my gosh, I am so happy to find this channel. The Repair Shop is hands down my favorite show ever, and in my opinion the best show on TV anywhere. I love the heart and soul of the show and love the experts. Every one of you folks are inspirational in your own way. Thank you sincerely for what you do. Dominic, I am now a huge fan of your channel. Cheers!!

[@hatjodelka]

I can't think of a Repair Shop craftsperson that isn't a fan favourite. You're all very different but all lovely!

[@smg51218]

there is something so special and so intimate as having a go-to favorite tool. It's like an old friend

[@m0bwy27]

They all said if it feels right in your hand. Anyone who uses tools knows that feeling of it’s just right in the hand!

[@paulphillips675]

I tell apprentices to look after their tools, even the simplest screwdriver or whatever, because you develop a feel for them and they become more comfortable / efficient / effective to use. They look at you like you are from another planet, but every one of the experts said the same, whatever their favourite tool, “it feels good / right / …”

[@NerysOsbourn]

Carding cloth comes in 5 grades: 54, 72, 90, 120, and 190 TPI (teeth per square inch). That sounds the sort of thing they're looking for. I think it's normally sold in 12" widths for drum carders and blending boards and there maybe a minimum order. An online search for carding cloth should produce a few suppliers. If they know what grade they have they could buy some or maybe get offcuts to replace what they currently use. I'm not sure how they'd find out how soft it is.

[@donmcallister3745]

Great insight as well as video #1… thanks 🙏 Dom and all of you who do restoration at the Repair Shop… it’s truly a wonderful show… always such an emotional experience. Bless you all… 🌜🌞🌛

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

Talking to Dean reminded me of the old joke about the man who took his shoes to the cobbler to be repaired. On the way home he's attracted by a sign and joins the merchant navy. He comes home 6 years later and when going through the pockets of his old coat he finds the cobblers repair ticket. Out of curiousity he visits the shop and hands the ticket in. "Just a minute" says the cobbler and goes into the back of the shop. He returns a few minutes later and says, "they'll be ready on tuesday" 😂😂

[@lisamello1228]

I know I am very late, but I just watched this video. I went looking for a carding brush. I found a Velvet carding brush. I thought if it was gentle enough for velvet it would work for you. I am from the States. I found it from a company Aramsco. It is $25.78 US dollars. I am sure you have already found one. Just wanted to pass it on. I also want to tell you how much I enjoy watching the two of you bring back these beautiful stuffed animals back to life. I have a small brown bear, named TedTed, that I wish I could bring to you both. After watching, maybe I can try and fix myself. Love the whole crew.

[@nitahearn4204]

This reminded of my grandad,he was a shoe repairer in London,and he used a tool like Dean’s favourite one. He had lots of big machinery too.Thanks for that.

[@donfink7063]

Steve Fletcher holds up the first tool that I ever bought myself. I picked-up one of those little ratchet screwdrivers from Woolworth's with some of the cash from my very first ever pay packets. cherished the little screwdriver for many years but then suddenly it just seemed to disappear. Then many years later I rediscovered it buried in the grass my parents garden, much to my surprise the ratchet still worked perfectly even thought the blade itself was exceeding rusted and most of the pint had parted company with the wooden handle. I pretty sure it's still tucked away in the "old tool" box out in the garage now. I'm getting on a bit now but the sight of that screwdriver brought back pleasant memories; I'd better dig it out, and put with the gear that's eventually going to accompany me in my box on my final journey.

[@WeberSarge]

For your Bear ladies - Look into Japanese made thread scissors and the small solid steel forged craft scissors. I work with canvas, leather, and even very light materials and there is nothing made that cuts nearly as cleanly and precise. As with all high quality Japanese made tools, their craftsmanship is second to none. Look for handmade products, to this day, they forge some of the finest steels and take absolute pride in the quality of what they make.

[@FFVoyager]

I've got one of those ratchet screwdrivers like Steve's! Literally the same make and size - just about the same amount of wear too! I remembered it as a child and rescued it from my mothers stuff when we were clearing out a few years ago.

[@chrisevans263]

Dom, The bear ladies carding brush looks exactly like this - Elbesee Teasle Brush for Fibres/Crafts available from Amazon

[@ianthomson9363]

I'm probably as jealous of Richard's laser welder as Steve is, I really, really want one! I don't have a use for it but it's such a cool thing. The episode with Ralph the rhino and Julie and Suzie giggling uncontrollably is my all-time favourite but I always enjoy every episode- long may the Repair Shop continue!

[@NaturallyCuriousUK]

Enjoyed this while having my lunch at work yesterday. Those teddy bear ladies are a giggle! You'll be delighted to know that I had your "...Tools..." book on my Christmas list and Santa duly obliged! Just been reading the Hammers chapter and especially enjoyed the Blacksmith's Hammer story about the head-without-handle you gave to Nick at the forge. Top work Dom. Keep it up mate. All the best, Graham. 👍🤓👍

[@liannebedard5521]

My dad was a tool guy. After he died, my sis and I were stuck on how to keep his collection intact…when we had tight deadlines to get back to business 3,000 miles across country. Fortunately, we found an ideal solution…the longtime neighbor, a gifted baker who then transformed into a gifted old-house wallpaper expert…accepted the whole collection…on one collection.Her accountant husband threatened to move out if she acquired one more tool. Fortunately it was tax season, and he was at the office more than usual..,

[@liannebedard5521]

on one CONDITION…

[@Tocsin-Bang]

I have almost exactly the same screwdriver as Steve. I bought it 63 years ago to make a present for my parents that they never used! Its almost as good as new, except the lacquer is wearing off.

[@ShellyGunderson]

Someone said below but yes, I knew it looked familiar, there are pet grooming brushes very similar to the brush the Bear Ladies are looking for. Great peeks behind the scenes! Really wish we could watch the show here in the US. Miss seeing it. Merry Christmas to all!

[@judithburke1539]

I watch the re-runs on U-Tube. I'm not sure when this program stopped, but I'm so sad about not being able to see more episodes. Sigh🥺😔😐!

[@alanclarke4646]

It hasn't. Series 13 ( season 13 for folks across the Atlantic ) started on BBC1 on 10th April 2024.

[@StennyD]

OMG. I have the exact same ratchet screwdriver, also gifted to me by my grandfather ! ❤ Brilliant little driver

[@elizabethayden1400]

Absolutely fascinating, hearing craftsmen talking about their favourite implements. I'm with Dean, old means gold - you cannot beat the heft of a favourite hammer, chisel, screwdriver, the just 'knowing' it will work. Great stuff Dom, you are a genial fellow! Liz in Suffolk

[@simonbirt6121]

I have the same small ratchet screwdriver as Steve has, its a Stanley that I bought new in the mid 70s; it has no paint left on the handle and the chrome is wearing away. For Christmas I would like a bigger workshop to put more tools in.

[@2frogland]

nice to see you university bods appreciating real trades

[@joniandersonmaine3370]

If the teddybear ladies need brush for cleaning bears try using the head of the teasel plant. The teasel plant was used to help cars wool.

[@PaulSmith-rd8yc]

Another great KZbin from the repair team, amazing people love, listening to them on TV and yourself. Thank God I come across your KZbin channel after listening to your book on audible love tools so Merry Christmas from the Blind man from kent 13:44 14:19

[@debrah7548]

Lucia’s dental tool is a wax spatula used to add and shape a wax model of a tooth for a crown using the wax loss technique.

[@mm9773]

And it would be easily replaceable. I completely understand the emotional attachment to a person’s favourite tool, but if she ever lost it, she’d be in luck: she’d be able to find another one that is just as perfect.

[@Henning4182]

The lovely ladies working on teddy bears should talk to a gunsmith. What they have there is a gunsmith carding brush. They are very soft steel bristled brushes used to card off the rust on firearms when rustblueing for instance.

[@dR0Og]

The softer brush could also be a 'slicker' brush rather than a carding brush.

[@DominicChineas]

Thank you!

[@DominicChineas]

Thanks so much

[@thomassymber]

I wish I knew how to send a photo, but for the bear ladies, I use a slicker brush for short hair cats and dogs. Same shaped, soft bristles. Quite large as sold, about 3”x4”, but the bristle pads could be cut and attached to smaller handles. Available in pet section of dept. stores here in the states.

[@BunnyKins1970]

@@thomassymber I was going to suggest a pet shop as well. 💚🐇🐴💚

[@honda86tb]

Steve is an amazing person. He and Will, my favorites. Thank you guys for making an incredible show.

[@beverleylocker2534]

Great video, and I am so with Julie and her scissors. I have a special pair for cutting thread anyone touches them and there's war! Happy Christmas!

[@jpjapers]

Ive been wanting to make my own boots after getting into leathercraft in lockdown but its almost a lost art. I cant find many books on it at all. It would be awesome to see a video of recommended learning materials from all of you!

[@mikeparker3865]

Tell the teddy bear ladies that I think a velvet carding brush for upholstery is gentle enough. They should ask Sonnaz where they might find some. I see them for sale in the U.S. but I'm sure they can be sourced locally.

[@brianmicky7596]

Hi Dom, Thank you for the video, good bit of fun seeing what everyone likes best of all the different things Like every one else I have a Steve screwdriver,was my dad's , stay safe All the best Brian 😃

[@yellowbird8690]

To the Teddy Bear Ladies; Suede shoe bushes are what I use sometimes. from places like Trespass or maybe Amazon. I also make really stiff one from file cards glued to plywood.

[@DominicChineas]

Thank you! I’ll pass it on

[@dingodoctor7373]

@@DominicChineas Dom, I have similar brushes like this for cleaning metal files, needed especially if you have been filing soft metals.

[@tekkydaveU]

I love watching Steve on TRS just to see his tool carousels. I want some the same but can't work out if they can be purchased or if they are something Steve has made. There are loads of plastic imitations on the market but I need some like Steve's.

[@highpath4776]

The small brush you can try the brass suede brushes, others are used for cleaning out metal files. There is a leather goods supplier (the shoe man should know - Healy's near Rotherham - that might have the card ones in stock).

[@samrodian919]

Lovely episode Dom. I love Steve's grandfather's what I'm pretty sure is a Stanley 4" ratchet, I did have one of those but I lost it many years ago. Probably inside an Organ somewhere that I was putting back together after it was rebuilt. And probably found by another organ builder in the last 20 years lol I also had the big brother of Steve's one I think they had 8" long blades not including the handle with about a 3/8" wide tip suitable for number 10 and 12 wood screws, not the crappy things we get nowadays but proper Nettlefolds wood screws. Shows you how old I am lol. Happy Christmas and New Year to Everybody at the Repair Shop and to you in particular Dom

[@barbararey-constantin5679]

Perhaps to someone who is not a craftsperson alll this talk about tools may seem silly, but it is not. Last Christmas my friend bought me short, gold-plated needles for me to embroider. I thought, gold plated indeed must be a marketing ploy - but it wasn't my new needles are a treat to use and I am grateful for these new tools. Thank you for your program. I really enjoy The Repair Shop; it not only highlights craftmanship but the beauty of our "ordinary" lives. God bless.

[@johnburgess5534]

The Bears might like to try a soft brass bristled brush much like the one they have but with brass bristles. Hardware shops stock them.

[@electricladyguitarsdevonuk1414]

RE Sharpening tools: I used to take a 'Sharp Edged Tools' course at Dartington Forestry School. Whilst hooked tools can have quite a course edge courtesy of a 'Barker' stone, I used to insist on a very keen edge for the Snedding & Felling Axes. Very interesting post Dom!

[@bobt3374]

That was excellent magic people & a top reviewer well done Dom love the repair shop staff & hope you all have a wonderful Christmas.

[@AltaHangman]

Bitterly cold LOL. It was -28°C yesterday here in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Seriously great video Dom, keep up the good work.

[@jonlong4866]

I'm just close to the end of the Tool Book. It has been fun to read it while also learning about the specialty tools. Thank you for putting it all together.

[@ROBERRL2004]

Brilliant, thank you Dom. I guess we all have those tools which really fit the hand and do the job well. Interesting that all the Repair Shop folks have really simple tools as their favourites.

[@BirdOfPrey7]

Hello Dom, I got some hints for you 😉 … The changeable flat and phillips screwdriver for Lucias Christmas gift is easy to find in the factory toolbox (mostly at the spare wheel) of older VW cars. I love them too 😬. The german stuffing stick of Amanda seems to me more like a pricking tool to harvest asparagus or in german „Spargelstecher“. And for Julies carding brush, there could be a substitute available at the pet shop for brushing the fur of cats and dogs, as they have softer ones that have similar „hooks“. Hope this can help and Happy Holidays to all of you! 🎄✨

[@barrymctrustery5715]

Hi Dom i think these are what Julie and Amanda are after Elbesee Teasle Brush for Fibres/Crafts from amazon

[@paulmaryon9088]

Thanks Dom great stuff, I'm such a tool head this really made my day just knowing I'm not alone out here!! So many tools and so little time! Happy Christmas everyone.

[@DominicChineas]

Your definitely not alone! Haha

[@liannebedard5521]

Do you live in New England? If not, plan a vacation in the inland parts…along rivers where the original manufacturing firms set up. Gardner, Mass. and nearby Athol, as well as Greenfield a bit farther west…lots of manufacturing history there. The Starrett factory in Athol has a video of their tour…goes over my head but fun to try… If you want a more modern product…Boeing in Everett Wa.

[@garrymatthews4430]

Hi Dom, great one as always. The teddy bear lady’s brush looks like the file card for cleaning metal files!!

[@DominicChineas]

That’s what I thought but it’s very fine

[@judithbarnett2966]

This was fun. Thanks Dom for freezing for us, your sacrifice is appreciated hugely!! Happy Christmas to you. 😀🎅

[@lynnhaswell1690]

Brilliant Christmas You Tube Dom - many thanks to everyone at TRS - Hope you and all of your TRS families have a wonderful Christmas and New Year 🎄🥃😊

[@rayhitchman4741]

Merry Christmas Dom & all at the Repair Shop. Come back next year please

[@DominicChineas]

We will be back, bigger and better than ever!

[@velviaman3206]

I had the lugs of a badly damaged gold watch case lazer welded . Good as new so get one Steve.

[@gillianmcmurray]

Another brilliant episode. Funnily enough I have the same screwdriver as Steve's favourite and it also belonged to my grandfather. Merry Christmas to you all!

[@thattoolguy9432]

Brilliant content Dom, love watching all you guys on the show,so many quirky tools and techniques ..old is certainly gold .. always fascinated watching Steve on the show, i would love to be his apprentice .. as for Xmas tools.. id choose Steve's double glasses, tried to replicate and not had any luck, must be great on small fine objects.. Have a great Christmas Dom

[@Tharus12]

Great video and very interesting, the main thing taken from that is things truly aren't made like they used to. Merry Christmas Dom and all at the Repair Shop!

[@DominicChineas]

That’s true, apart from Ranalahs!!

[@Tharus12]

@@DominicChineasfor sure, except for the Ranalahs!

[@davidasmithreverseglassgil9868]

Great video Dom , a unique insight to everyones speciality tools of their trades and crafts. Have a lovely Christmas Dom and all the craftsmen and woman of the Repair Shop . chat soon mate!.

[@DominicChineas]

Thanks so much Dave! I should have filmed your favourite while I was down! Merry Christmas

[@catherinetetrault4789]

I love watching the Repair Shop. All the artists are phenomenal. I was wondering where the shop is located? Is it England or Ireland or maybe Scotland? ❤😂

[@453421abcdefg12345]

You can tell when someone is a real person when they have a favourites obscure tool, I wonder if our kind of people are dying out now most people are controlled by electronic devices. Happy Christmas to you Dom, and keep these gems coming along! Chris B.

[@jpatston1]

Merry Christmas Dom look forward to next year. Love your book by the way

[@mark110101]

@Dominic Chinea, Excellent vid on what tools people of the Repair Shop use, hopefully, sent the Teddy Bear Ladies a link to help them in the search for their favourite brush

[@smd1uk]

I have exactly the same screwdriver as Steve. It was given to me by an old guy who was retiring, he was retiring but he didn’t want his screwdriver to retire. Happy Christmas Dom and all the experts at the Repair Shop. BTW you tool book is great reading.

[@adrianlynch9435]

My Grandad had one as well but I think it is the size up from the one that Steve has.

[@robbybobby6466]

They don’t make tools like they used to. I love tools. I do marble and granite installations and fabrications and have all the cool tools. From the first rock I cut on a wet saw…I was hooked. Been over 35 years now.

[@redsnappa7837]

Great video Dom, always fascinating to hear about people's favourite work tools. Hope all the Repair Shop experts have a fun festive season!

[@vickiesandover5738]

Great video, love seeing everyone. Merry Christmas to everyone. Can't wait for new episodes. 🇨🇦🎄❄️🎅🤶⛄

[@michaelpalmer4013]

Will, you need a fine diamond hone or wheel, followed by progressively finer wet and dry paper on a hard, flat surface. Finish on a felt buffing wheel with metal buffing soap. 5 minute job.

[@Dave_In_Boston]

Thank you for these amazing videos Dom This is the only way we can get to know these wonderful people here in the States since we can’t watch the show anymore. I really appreciate your content.

[@scubaroo]

can you not use a vpn to access iplayer?

[@sueshynn586]

Thankyou Dom for your videos this year. I enjoy them all but especially the tool chats. Can I wish you and all our friends in The Repair Shop a very happy and warm Christmas. See you in 2023. Sue x

[@raydriver7300]

What a lovely gentle video. Happy Christmas to you and all the gang 🌞

[@hermannstraub3743]

the Bears: That Card (Brush) similar ones are used for cleaning files from chips. Maybe Files Supply may have one.

[@Ozbert]

Lovely to see all the Repair Shop people and their tools. Merry Christmas to you all and I hope you all get what you want from Santa. 🎅

[@smurdoch333]

Great episode! Wish it was only -2 here though, was -44 when we got up this morning. Brrr.

[@clairesavage1876]

A pet brush may be a good idea for the teddy bear ladies... 😊

[@crazywickedcustoms7272]

I sure love your show the repair shop and yours two. You all are master craftsman.

[@seantivenan9593]

Merry Christmas Dom thanks' for all great vids this year I've thoroughly enjoyed every one of them. Best wishes to you and yours for 2023 !!

[@moonstarer55]

Another great video Dom, seasonal as well. Hope you and the Repair Shop Team have a great Christmas.

[@siukcnc]

I got the given the very same screwdriver as Steve has by my Grandfather, it was kept for years with my meccano set as a child.

[@rogersymons]

Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. Very many thanks for all the entertaining video's you have produced and will continue to do so

[@akfarmboy49]

Really cool to hear about everyone favorite tools Thank you

[@Jason-wl5fw]

Love the repair shop you all have fantastic talents, have a great Christmas team

[@andyb2965]

Have an identical screwdriver to Steve's, was also my Grandfather's.

[@deanmarskell1518]

Love the videos as always Dom merry Christmas to you and all at the Repair shop fantastic program ❤️ hoping that 2023 is a great year for all of you 👍👍♥️

[@pyzikscott]

Happy Christmas. Fantastic video. Going in search of part 1!

[@Eternelspotlessmind]

i loved this video! I love the repair shop team! Everyone is just brilliant! ❤❤❤❤

[@davidmanning8329]

Awesome vid, thanks Dom!

[@williamhamill813]

That brush the girls had was for carding files. I probably came with a file set.

[@rogerdavis5914]

Merry Christmas Dom looking forward to next year's videos

[@jasondunne5350]

Great video again Dom

[@MikeSmith-sg9pt]

Hope you had a great Christmas and that you have a happy new year! Thanks for the videos! Have a coffee ☕️

[@derekmills5394]

The Brush. Looks to me very similar to brushes used by professional dancers to renovate their chrome leather soles, so maybe try a supplier of dance shoes. Good Luck!

[@hughtempleton8640]

Absolutely amazing show and people god bless you all . ❤

[@bbrachman]

Dom. Get a stiff set of carding brushes and anneal them. They will soften up.

[@DavePawson]

Great video Dom, thanks. (Subject close to my heart!)

[@colingoode3702]

"Convincing yourself that you need another tool" - never a truer word spoken. I'm guilty of this many times over which is why over the years I have managed to amass many tools some of which I have only used once. However, as we all know, you can never have enough tools. My problem is finding enough space to store them. I have filled a single garage to the brim & I'm now looking to expand into my loft space. Seasons greeting to you Dom & all at the repair shop.

[@DominicChineas]

This sounds very familiar!!

[@dliles773]

Great video part 1&2 thanks

[@rjay4197]

A great video Dom - thank you. I have the long version of Steve’s screwdriver which has proven to be indestructible. Apart from turning screws, this tool has done service in many unconventional ways too. It has even stirred paint….. (Shame on me….) The handle is worn, the tool is old, but it still gets the job done. Yes, I would know it if blindfolded.

[@brianreardon9842]

Brilliant. I’ve had my coffin fitters hammer since I was 17. It was 20 years old when my dad gave it to me. There’s one more box to use it on😅PS I’m 72. That’s a clue. Merry Christmas to all at the Repair Shop, and all the people that Dom has introduced. Happy New Year to to you all.🎉

[@ianwood-ellis5183]

Great episode Dom, really good insight into what other people value on their job . Merry Christmas to you, thanks for your videos, look forward to following your projects in the new year

[@DominicChineas]

Thanks so much, next year will be full of some big projects!

[@TTeamFan]

I use soft-backed pet grooming brushes for carding my flocking wool, which I purchased in my local pet store, they are quite soft because they are meant to be used on small domestic pets - and I got my flocking irons from Abbey Tools. They come in straight styles like Amanda's stuffing tool and curved for getting right into the awkward crevices.

[@sylviamaxwell504]

Liked and subbed..❤😂🎉 good on ya mate!!

[@hazel1605]

Great programme