Total Buggy Restoration | Start to Finish | Engels Coach Shop

A year long project to restore a fourth generation family buggy back to new condition. Building and restoring horse drawn vehicles involves many disciplines and skills to accomplish the task at hand. Follow the entire journey in bringing this family carriage back to life for generations to come. Thanks
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[@fatman6061]

watching him work almost makes you sad when you realize whats been lost as a civilization. you sir are an artist. please teach someone what you know.

[@tayyabsafdar7069]

Dear Mater Craftsman, I am from Asia. I am a wood and metal worker and I am 75 now almost all the skills are well known to me that are needed for Surrey building, I wish to make one before I kick the bucket 😂 I watch your videos several times times and I am so grateful 🙏 for the knowledge you share with the rest of the world. Your work is admirable and the skills you have acquired over the passage of time. Some one said: One who works with hands is a labourer. One who works with hands and mind is a Craftsman. One who works with hands, mind and heart is an ARTIST. YOU ARE AN ARTIST. SALUTE TO YOU SIR.

[@thefencepost]

If you watch carefully you see all the slotted screws facing the same direction and orientation of the square nuts all match. A sign of a true craftsman.

[@tinydancer7426]

I like that. It was a nice touch.

[@gbwildlifeuk8269]

Standard practice in coachbuilding. In construction the same principle was used so paint had less chance of filling screw slots in door hinges, when slots were horizontal instead of vertical. Now lost to the philips head screw to name one.

[@calinguga]

bear in mind that sometimes it's more important to have proper equal tension on the fasteners than have them look nice.

[@KarlHeckman]

@@calinguga Yes, however both can be accomplished.

[@calinguga]

to some degree yes, by removing material from a countersink, or when one end of the bolt is hidden, and i believe it's especially doable with fine threads and in wood. but you almost never see it in watchmaking for example. anyway, i have come to appreciate it more since i made the original comment :)

[@merlepatterson]

They should be showing your series in every single grade school across the country to show kids what hard work and perseverance outside of the digital realm can accomplish.

[@britishpatriot812]

All those trades executed to the highest standards of workmanship. And a pleasure to watch. Extraordinary.

[@lewlewis8970]

And I just am left wondering how he gets those screws to turn in all by themselves! Truly pleasurable.

[@jamesbarbour8400]

Totally agree, a real master of his craft. Lets his work do the talking.

[@BabarKhan-vf1wt]

A true master at its craft🌟🐅🇬🇧🌟 the talent is priceless. I would absaloutly love to be this gentleman's helper in the work shop ... For free. A super buggy maker ...🌟🇬🇧🐅🌟

[@stevedunford7632]

'Jack of all trades master of none' Yep, I think they got that wrong. I've watched every one of your videos and am still stunned at the variety and quality of your work. I'd be happy if I was as good as you in just one of those disciplines.

[@Shatteredworld]

Gotta remember that the entire idiom is: "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one."

[@garrettswoodworx1873]

@@Shatteredworld True enough, but like Steve I would gladly argue that Dave Engel is indeed a Master of many trades.

[@ryandavis7593]

Having mastered a couple of trades I can honestly say that if one puts their mind to something, one can do it to exacting standards. I have no degree in electrical engineering but I am a master locomotive electrician and master cabinet maker. Skills I use every day in my composite locomotive mechanic job. I love this channel because of the high level of finish that I expect from my own workmanship.

[@darrellbedford4857]

I agree Steve Dunford. He is a master of all the trades he uses. I wonder what trades he is a master of that he does not use in the carriage trade? I have a feeling he also does some farming which requires mainlining farming equipment and related barns.

[@johnwright6706]

There's also, "Be a jack of all trades, but a master at one."

[@cheng2974]

Thank you!greeting from China!

[@williambatface]

Every time I see those magic screws it makes me smile! I sure would like a box of those!

[@rossbuchanan7632]

I love the magic screws

[@tinydancer7426]

Now I know what is really meant by "self assembly".

[@karenchizek4488]

They would be handy when the battery dies in the driver.

[@davesalmon2492]

Reminds me of Tony Hart and Morph very well animated…hang on my age is showing 😀😅

[@tonyhill5418]

There are Jacks of All Trades and than there's this guy, A Master of All Trades that's just a incredible piece of work.

[@archiviste600]

Il sait travailler ! chapeau bas !

[@alexanderprovan7059]

Best Post on KZbin, bar none!

[@BeckVMH]

Living in the day and age where everyone demands "instant gratification" it's such a pleasure to watch and appreciate this process! Thanks so much for your work and too, for bringing it to a world wide audience.

[@kaywalker4433]

this just takes your mind off all the darkness all around us at the moment.

[@erichartwell1229]

YOU DO GREAT WORK . YOU SHOULD BE AWARED A METAL FOR WHAT YOU HAVE BROUGHT BACK . LOVE TOO WATCH YOUR WAYS .. THANKS ...

[@horatiohornblower868]

A buggy like this is literally priceless. But it is the result of many hours of beautiful craftsmanship.

[@sandybarrie5526]

in Japan they have a title of “National Living Treasure” as an top experts in their field, and pay an apprentice's to learn from them, so that old skills live on… Watched this in AWE.. Magnificent work.. seriously. would love to do that myself..

[@marlinkojak9882]

this guy should bee teaching all the skills i have seen him do, it is a lost art and he should pass it on too many generations to come he is so special in his art👌👌👌

[@cratecruncher4974]

The pleating upholstery segment was great. It's remarkable how long this basic form of construction persisted in the bodies of automobiles. There was wood framing in most car bodies until the mid-thirties.

[@thisolesignguy2733]

This is a nice little recap, you see things that you missed or forgot and it makes you want to go back and rewatch the series. kind of reminds of those "in the making of" recaps you get at the end of DVDs lol. thanks! i know where my weekend is going :) Why is it that I know you're the one that did all the work, had all the skill, and knew all the knowledge but strangely I get a sense of accomplishment just being there to watch it all come together? I guess this is admiration in it's true form. Everyone of us appreciates it!

[@bitjockey6265]

Beautifully stated.

[@mohammadrezakoochekiansabo7214]

You are the best and real artist in your work . I don't think there is any person In the world can much you in your skills. God bless you and your entire family . You are a life great legend .

[@pecktox]

Seeing every little piece put together really makes you appreciate the way the original builders did it .

[@lechtoklowicz6896]

Mistrzu, jesteś wielki, to tyle i aż tyle.Pozdrawiam z Polski.

[@mrbakerskatz]

Thanks for your interest ! Such a pleasure to watch …..except that sanding !! He hee !

[@terry6131]

Thing of beauty

[@michaelconnors7668]

It's a lot more fun to watch a buggy restoration than it is to do a buggy restoration.

[@TheAndyJBall]

a perfect moving pictograph of the time, the effort, the materials but most important the skills of the artesan. the depth of knowledge and drive for quality is beyond question. the final product lives in the realm of the top quality car bracket attracting prices circling the 500,000 bracket (£or$) so this must be the equivalent to the rolls royce of 'buggys'. the series has been compulsive, saturdays mornings UK, and a joy to watch day putting out a beautiful product and superb;y watchable videos along the way. Mr & Mrs Engels the winning team in Jolietm Montana..........

[@talegunner115]

Your skills simply put Amaze Me

[@adnankaba3372]

A "master craftsman" from a bygone era! "Old timer"! You're one of a kind. İ can't imagine what you must charge for a piece of history buggy! Btw...i ain't never seen a table saw with a 'tilt' fence before either. Hooot dang!😜

[@PaulDeCamp]

Enjoyed every minute of the whole series. I cannot fathom how one person can acquire so many varied skills. I can see master the iron working and the carpentry, but add to that wheelwright, and upholsterer, painter, and videographer. I give up.

[@TBullCajunbreadmaker]

That is a beautiful Buggy. I use to watch and called myself helping my Grandfather do repairs and refinish the seats on his 100+ y/o buggy about 60 years ago. He would hook up old Daisy and we would go to town to the grocery store for my Grandma. Man I think about how things were different back then.

[@lespaulgoldtoplover]

Far and away my favorite KZbin channel. thank you for Sharing your talent skill and craftsmanship

[@richardsurber8226]

The burgundy buggy is amazing. And it's all because of that paint. And that is all because of the sanding.

[@yorohoushi]

完成おめでとうございます。 金工、木工、皮革、縫製、塗装、機械、映像編集、それと忍耐、、、 全方位の技術に敬服いたします。

[@silvestremunoz4826]

You are a maisig MAN 🙏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍💎.From National City ;Cal.your Friend Silvestre m.

[@KyleGertner]

Almost watched the whole video before realizing i had seen it before, but it's been a few years since i last watched it. Was Almost like watching it for the first time. Think i learn something new or catch something i missed before, each time i watch. I love the skill, quality, and craftsmanship that goes into each project. This buggy looks amazing. I hope you take pride in your skills and achievements!

[@Jetty-g6e]

It's just amazing to watch. Thank you for showing the world your craft.

[@mikaelgideryd]

This is so interesting. I like to see how people made things long before the computers and CNC did take over. And they made things that worked for a very long time. And it worked good for the old things and was beautiful.

[@mikedee8876]

In the beginning I guessed you would send the upholstery out to be done.....how wrong I was........stellar work.

[@sagheerwarsi7331]

بہت اعلی اور بہت نفیس کام کیا ہے آپ نے آپکی محنت اور کام کی جتنی بھی تعریف کی جائے کم ہے ۔ بہت اچھا لگا آپکے کام کو دیکھنا اور اس میں سیکھنے کیلئے بہت اچھا پیغام ہے

[@jonmichaelgalindo]

The stop-motion screws at 5:20 were precious. :-)

[@southernstargazer1951]

Just wondering if it's possible to show anything you can't do. Your craftsmanship is simply amazing to watch. Extraordinary.

[@ИгорьЧижов-щ8ю]

Хороший дядька. Живи долго. Будь счаслив.

[@darkhorse5932]

I love watching people who are just on a whole other level of skill when doing what they do

[@standubaj8989]

This has to be one of the most amazing displays of pure craftsmanship I have ever witnessed,excellent vidio 👍

[@danhertel4604]

This is the best video I have watched in a very long time, maybe ever. Would love to ride in the wagon.

[@darrensquires8006]

You are quite the talented individual. I am privileged to watch you work. Thank You.

[@yadibalderlou1443]

Marvelous,it is Pity that the industry does not have too many of your skill left

[@محمودالنادي-ه8خ]

ديف هذا صانع ماهر موهوب لكل صنعه وهذه العربه مكانها متحف اكيد ليست لجر الخيول إلى متحف الحضاره🇪🇬💐🇪🇬💐

[@fabricelacroix3425]

C'est magnifique, superbe travail, vous devriez être inscrit au patrimoine de l'humanité. Merci mille fois pour le bonheur procuré

[@docholliday5439]

What a absolutely beautiful buggy! 🏜️🌵 🤠 🇺🇲

[@davidduffy9806]

I’ve many words, yet they all fail. Magnificent, well done!

[@juergenblasius1104]

WOW what an amazing guy, his skills are sensational in wood, metal and upholstery. I am really speechless unbelievable. Thank you for this videos 👏👏👏 Super 👍

[@DeereX748]

I wish I could train my screws to drive themselves in like that. Your work is truly amazing, and you've taken it to a high art form. You even make sure all the square-head nuts are turned the same way. I enjoyed seeing the old-fashioned way of seat upholstery with pleating and the hog-hair seat padding (at least, that's what we called it in the furniture factory I worked in that did colonial-style furniture). The other channels I'm subscribed to are all feeling left out and abandoned (and they are😄), because I haven't watched them but a couple of times since discovering this one.

[@bobafetting6373]

Hasn’t been released long enough to have watched the whole video, and we all so far are just punching ‘Like’, because we know it’ll be ace.

[@olufbagger]

The whole thing is such a delicate construction. No dimension is any bigger than it absolutely need to be. That for instance the step irons were still attached to the old box after so many years with only three small screws each and almost no leverage is testament to a very optimised design and solid craftsmanship.

[@KD400_]

This man is insanely talented and amazing no amount of money would give me his talent to create things out of wood and other materials he truly is a brilliant man I love this its art

[@noname-zg8lh]

Man, I hope this guy is training some young dude to come along after him and keep this art alive.

[@danielhanawalt4998]

Convertible top, hand stitching, seat upholstery, pin stipes. A buggy for the more affluent of folks of the times. The luxury vehicles of the not so distant past. Nice video. I'll stay with the 20 minute or so videos. If I wished to try doing a build like that I'd watch the 12 hours plus version. I don't have the time nor the skills needed and too old to learn and perfect them all. Watching you build wagons and buggies I can see years of experience.

[@saadahmad5282]

U are one of that his work a part of magick and skills.God save u, and save u hands,and more artistic jobs, you put all pepole in happiness, and joy.Saad from Canada winnipeg.

[@tacticplanner7188]

I love the old craftsmanship, not a nail gun in sight. Always a pleasure watching skilled hands doing amazing things.

[@FarmsteadForge]

Beautiful job. Every video I am just baffled by your wide range of skills and talents!

[@blackbuttecruizr]

Stopped by the shop on my way through Montana today... This buggy looks AMAZING through the window!

[@richardgroom988]

I can't think of anything else to say that hasn't been said Thank you 😊

[@paulpuglia8480]

Dave, I keep forgetting to tell you that I like your choice of music that you use in your videos it coordinates with your work and what you do.

[@memikell]

Fantastic skills, in one man! I don't think any project is beyond his ability.

[@scotta3906]

Leaves ya speechless! Awesome

[@gordbaker896]

I didn't think I could stand to watch those watertight joinery corners being made again but I did! Awesome project. Not a fan of 'clocking' fasteners. To each his own. I thought they would have some sort of lanterns for lighting. Well Done Super Dave.

[@garrettswoodworx1873]

To me, clocking both the square nuts and the slotted screw heads is indicative of a level of craftsmanship woefully missing in today's America. Like you said Gord: "To each his own", but we all agree Dave is an incredible craftsman!

[@acman0926]

This video is great but it's not long enough lol.. true craftsman. I think I've watched all the videos, I could watch you work all day, like the guy with the broken wheel. Lol

[@thomasmaniscalco3591]

Kudos to a great craftsman. Carpenter & cabinet maker, machinist, welder, painter, leatherworker, tailor. The list grows longer with every video. Thanks for sharing your artistry.

[@bruceyoung1343]

I loved watching again the seat back stitch work. The diamonds and buttons. Loved it

[@hpoels851]

My great grandfather started out as a coach builder. After serving his apprentice years he struck out on his own in a small farming community in The Netherlands. Around the turn of the century he realized horse drawn carriages would go the way of the dodo. In 1907 he auctioned off his shop, tools,templates, wood the lot. And started anew selling and repairing bicycles, motor bikes and cars. Watching this video reminds me of all the skills he had to learn while being a young apprentice lad. Impressive.

[@haroldhaugaard410]

This is beautiful, a real work of art. I loved watching it being built by a real craftsman !

[@stephennickles7389]

I'm in awe of this man's ability

[@nathanadrian7797]

Wow, wow, wow! I have 4 to rebuild, and if I get one done, I will be doing great. Excellent work sir.

[@12345.......]

That paint job is incredible. The seat brackets look like power coat.

[@saeidnia1689]

You are truly master, always I learn some so many things from you, you should pass on your knowledge to younger people! thanks for the great videos!

[@Jameson4327]

I am truly looking forward to seeing your next project Chuck wagon.

[@supergarbonzo4843]

Although I followed you building at the first time with all those hours I still enjoyed this video as well thank you so much my best to you and yours God bless

[@letrainavapeur]

Excellent workmanship in so many trades. So nice to see a master at work.

[@bensbobbershop33]

Thank you for this video. It brings back alot of memories of helping my neighbor build stage coaches/ mud wagons/ and buggies.😊

[@mikekyle4076]

You truly are a very talented man and a master of all crafts I've enjoyed following this build you truly are amazing sir

[@GaspardDugit]

Great work, the result is stunning ! Hi from France

[@CC-hl5zj]

Absolutely amazing craftsmanship in all aspects of this project. Easy by no means but you certainly make it look as if anyone could do it. Thank you for sharing with us. GOD BLESS AMAERICA AND PEOPLE LIKE YOU

[@Super241946]

Wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it! Unreal! 👍

[@jwstanley2645]

Thank you, Dave, for all of your videos, sharing your knowledge, skill, and appreciation for these animal-powered vehicles, including the turkey-drawn cart. You are giving the world and its future a true treasure. All of our best to you and yours.

[@Renville80]

Very good summary of all that work that went into restoring a worn out buggy into something that looks like it was just unloaded at the train depot yesterday.

[@seandunne2464]

Most enjoyable fantastic work by a pure craftsman. Sean from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@steveadams99708]

Absolutely Beautiful!

[@dougjones4007]

Interesting! My Grandfather appreciated as a Wagon painter! Whenever he bought a new car ( Chevrolet) he would pinstripe it a put his inniatls on the door in gold leaf!

[@montewoods4766]

Your my weekly refuge from a insane world and country

[@gegeeng1226]

Il est trop fort ce Monsieur Impressionnant 😮 Félicitations 👏👏👏

[@twistedlimb4053]

That buggy is gorgeous

[@raymondcarson9084]

Beautiful craftsmanship

[@willdennis2722]

Beautiful. !!! A work of art you are beyond talented! GOD BLESS YOU!

[@bruceslattengren8587]

My goodness what a project just don’t make them like that anymore your a true craftsman god bless you and yours great job

[@rtkville]

It was good to see it again start to finish all in one sitting in addition to and following the extensive detail of the real effort that went into this project. Thank you for sharing and the great video work you do!

[@franklin.s.werren]

You make a heck of a nice Amish Station Wagon!!! I should know, I live next door to several families!!!!

[@almagaw6070]

that must give you an intense sense of artistic satisfaction

[@magikesh]

I love to see the finished buggy hitched up and in use!

[@jonwatson9765]

This is museum quality, they might use it once in exceptionally clean arena conditions but now it ought to go in a big glass box. Just kidding, of course it will be used and cherished. But let's hope they dont throw the top in a ditch as originally happened. When you see what went into making the top and think back to how difficult all these trades must have been without power tools and even electric light to use the full working day, you just hope whoever did that got rained on all the time. By the way, any bets on how long Dave's working day is? I bet it isn't union hours.

[@williammarkhart7047]

All I have to say is Your Great!