WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Master of sheet metal restoring a historic WWI German Feldkanone

[@highlander147]

Al’s a wizard… watching him mark-out and cut that top plate shows a skill acquired when metalwork was an artform, not a computer. Great work!

[@Richard-pe4cx]

you might be surprised how much is still done at times by hand and eye

[@MadMonk_]

It’s a true privilege to watch Al working out the problems and solutions, and then fabricate the pieces. He really should have an apprentice to pass on these skills to before they are lost to time. Keep up the great work Al

[@peterhilton7211]

I could watch Al all day his workmanship is second to none, truly FANTASTIC

[@markmeredith158]

It’s a privilege to watch a Master Tradesman doing his craft. Watching Al reminds me so much of me watching my father (May he RIP) when I was a kid. ❤

[@NSYresearch]

As a professional with over 40 years in MY trade it is a joy to watch a true craft man at work, the attention to detail, the ability to overcome issues, the experience to know how the materials will perform ....all examples of a master at work.

[@re1644]

"Al's care and attention to detail [...] is a joy to watch" 16:22. I second that. No unneccessary words, just concentrated crafting, so relaxing to watch 👍

[@thelittletanket689]

Very true

[@mattclements1933]

Hard agree.

[@therish7169]

Amazing Al👍 Easiest day of he week to get my 9 year old daughter to bed. Tell her it’s “workshop Wednesday” and she’s straight to bed to watch it with me. 🤣 Only thing she doesn’t like is the lack of workshop Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday…

[@neilpalandri-jones689]

"Thats all we have time for today" I hate it when Kurt says that!!!

[@bk1015]

Watching these videos is my Wednesday morning ritual here in the U.S.. Kurt the craftsmanship you show in putting the videos together is fantastic. You really show the personality and skill of everyone in the shop. The shots and editing are wonderful. I actually get sad when the music plays because I know the video is about to end. I could watch them for hours. So, I raise my morning cup of coffee to you, and everyone at the shop.

[@seangray-4223]

I love the old Makita jigsaw still performing! Great work Al

[@kenkan6837]

I could replicate much of Als work but it is so much more satisfying to watch him do these things while I drink my morning coffee!

[@Omnihil777]

That Makita JigSaw from 10:58 belongs into a museum itself, but in Al's hands the old lady's still doin her job. Mark here, cut there and Bob's your uncle. Great craftsman.

[@stefanmuller8610]

As a German I'm remembering the guys behind the canon. They would be grateful for the love you put into the restoration through your work. Thank you!

[@keithgarland3404]

Al has great skills, you should be having apprentices working with him, so those skills aren't lost, he makes it look easy, the true sign of a master. Great video.

[@datadavis]

Very true. I'm grateful to have learned from guys like him.

[@roycarter6235]

As I approach my 70's, my skillset has become less relevant to younger generations. SO!!..............it is marvellous to see that Aus Armour still finds Al's skillset relevant and useful.

[@JimWattsHereNow]

Mate, that Makita jigsaw looks older than Al! Bloody brilliant skills.

[@robheidel5627]

Ha-ha! Good one JIm. Thanks for LOL.

[@garymucher4082]

You can easily tell that this isn't Al's first time working with metal... Thumbs Up Looks great!

[@formerparatrooper]

I cannot remember how long it has been since I heard "Bob's yer uncle" and it brings a smile remembering our living in Queensland back in the early 70s.

[@lukefriesenhahn8186]

Happy to see this ancient relic and grandfather of guns being restored to it's former glory.

[@bertenerny7867]

Al is a Maestro of Metal and a Michael Angelo of structure, fit and practicality. Really enjoyed this episode the most. thanks for the lesson, Al. Regards, Bert

[@uio890138]

It's relaxing to watch a master craftsman skillfully and patiently fabricating parts and refreshing original parts. It's like he makes time stand still.

[@harpomarx7777]

LOVE watching you guys; you're the BEST!

[@samleigh7817]

Pity such an historic piece was left to rot to such a state, but it is now in the hands of a master and in a place that will treat it with the respect it and honour it and those heroes deserve. Kudos to the Rodney who saved it from the scrapers.

[@mikegershon8528]

Wonderful to watch a Master Craftsman at work

[@thurin84]

that fade in was brilliant. its wonderful seeing such a piece of history come back to life!

[@ZAWADAL]

Silver on the head , gold in the hands.

[@stephenparkes626]

Always great to watch a skilled craftsman with years of experience behind him and it shows in everything he touches. Al your amazing

[@robertmoyse4414]

Great to watch. You wouldn't want to get into a handshake crush contest with this guy!

[@salameragazzo]

I remember early in my Engineering career working with sheet-metal fitters like Al who would hand build our prototype vehicles at GM-Holden. True craftsmen who understood the importance of every radius, flange, and piece of form designed into the panels. Miss those blokes.

[@neilfairless4589]

What a true master at work. Thats years of experience, dedication and learning. Kurt, you have some truely talented folk working there fella.

[@Solar2go]

Al is a metalworking genius!

[@simonholmes5223]

Al, the Master craftsman. Just Superb.

[@brendonpower5082]

Awesome to watch skilled craftsmen do their work and the experience that comes with years of manufacturing and building and restoring military and non military equipment.

[@SaperPl1]

That matching round container killed me xD

[@tommytaylor4458]

Love the fabrication that goes on in the shops!!! AL……The Master👍😁

[@nickraschke4737]

Far out. Master at work. Respect.

[@markfoster6369]

Excellent crafmanship by AL.be great to see the gun finished and in all its glory.history lives on

[@StephaneP-p8h]

You guys make so much miracles with so few tool!!! Its amazing ! Al is a master craftman!

[@jamesneveaux4892]

I certainly hope you have an active apprentice program based on the talented mentors roaming your floors, spectacular.

[@ConstantlyDamaged]

The work on that trailer arm from last time... If I hadn't watched the video, I'd be hard pressed to tell it wasn't original. Brilliant work.

[@AlisonFort]

I could watch Al work all day❤

[@robheidel5627]

Wow! Al knows his stuff! What an amazing creation. An amazing craftsman.

[@HVAC1actual]

As a master sheet metal worker myself sure appreciate watching another craftsman overseas with the same techniques. Well Done.

[@kalnieminen65]

Great watching craftsmen who know their business

[@krmould]

Its great to see a master craftsman showing how to solve problems without the original big stamping mill parts. Well done Al!

[@terryhubbard1141]

After I spent 40 plus years as a manual machinist, it is a joy to watch a master with sheet metal.

[@FairladyS130]

Nice, saving historical items like this is so worthy. Pop rivets back then? They would have originally been solid rivets I would have thought.

[@IntrospectorGeneral]

Pop rivets were invented in 1916 by an English chap so they probably weren't being used by the Germans.

[@aggopian]

Just imagine the stories that jig saw could tell.... Such beautiful work!

[@richardphelan8414]

True old world craftsmanship of fabrication ,it's a joy watching someone like Al work great Video thanks

[@rob1327]

Buy that bloke a beer! Great work Al.

[@scottwarner1733]

I could listen to the sound of the pop rivet gun all day, so satisfying!

[@brothermaynard3200]

Le Hamel was a significant battle that is sadly too often overlooked here in Australia and elsewhere. General Monash calculated the allied forces under his command would accomplish their objectives in 90 minutes. They did it in 93. The care, skill, and precision show here is truly and wonderfully apt.

[@NetTopsey]

Gotta say that the term that comes to mind watching Al work is "craftsman". He pays attention to the details and he makes it look easy.

[@davidh1187]

Love watching masters at work

[@stephaniewilley727]

Real old school and creative craftmanship

[@ArmySigs]

Can't wait for my next drive up to Cairns to see the latest examples of the boys work on display

[@thelittletanket689]

We're all supporting you on the great effort to show the public the beauty of tanks/"armour" and artillery.

[@Rusty_Gold85]

This is eyes wide open dont blink while watching skills at work ! You have a good set of Hands Al !

[@Michael-he7xn]

I gotta remember that painters tape method for laying out. Brilliant Al!

[@anthonyfiore8917]

Al is amazing as a fabricator

[@stevenbartlett1597]

The attention to detail is fantastic, not just from Al, but all the lads who work on the tanks and guns. Thank you for my weekly tank restoration fix......

[@littlejohnny4470]

It is truly enjoyable to watch someone who knows what he's doing, and that he does it extremely well!

[@starbasecarolina3876]

God bless these old craftsmen! So much will be lost when they are gone!

[@anumeon]

I never tire of watching a master craftsman at work with wonderful restorations.

[@jiversteve]

Excellent viewing!

[@johnviney7919]

Great work Al!! Coming along so well. I think it takes a long time to make new parts that replicate the originals, but you are doing it really well!! Stay with it! 😀

[@davidbooth8492]

Great work Al, Terrific to see good old fashion craftmanship is alive and well.

[@pauljohansson363kagy5]

Al is the King

[@TheSlugstoppa]

Because Al's a very skilled craftsman he make it all look so easy, even fun. I'd loose a thumb in a minute with some of those tools. Anyway another great and relaxing upload - Cheers guys.

[@jamestiberiuskirk5994]

The craftsmanship is amazing.

[@alanmcdade7416]

Absolutely a joy to watch a fellow craftsman at work. Fantastic skills which take me back to my days on the tools!

[@Tango11Alpha]

I was mesmerised watching Al fabricate the top plate for the trail. A real craftsman and a pleasure to watch. It would be a pity to lose these skills, I bet there's some young lads out there who would love to learn those skills. Well done Al.

[@dcross6360]

That is a craftsman right there. Arte et Marte!

[@anthonystevens403]

oh beautiful work again guys and ail

[@andrewmacdonald4833]

Those hands have seen a lot of hard work...enjoyed watching this episode...

[@lelandnanny967]

Amazing craftsmanship, Al.

[@tedheath9018]

Bloody brill squire

[@causewaykayak]

Thank you for the extra Al coverage. As ever the AusArmour craftsfolk are a joy to watch.

[@tassie7325]

Al is a true artisan and indeed a joy to watch.

[@vicnoel45662]

I love watching Al work!

[@johnbradshaw354]

Great job Al! It is a pleasure to watch your skills at work. Well done.

[@davewise001]

Thanks guys great work by Al.

[@claytonnans5639]

Just outstanding, fellows!

[@tonydoggett7627]

Many of the German artillery guns in Australian towns should be under cover in museums.

[@alecfraser1928]

I wondered how he was going to do the lip. Easy! A real treat to watch.

[@bradleysmith2021]

Few things are as rewarding or informative as watching a true master of his craft at work. One of the best channels on KZbin! Love it as always, guys! PS: that metal shear is a BEAST! 😮

[@andrewsteele7663]

Thanks for another brilliant video, I watched in amazement as Al worked his magic, Cheers

[@johnboy384]

Thanks again AAM.

[@k-man689]

Yes Curt.. it is a joy to watch..!!

[@atoieno]

To paraphrase Python's Life Of Brian: "Blessed are the metal workers".

[@brianbattle3651]

As a military historian specialising in the history of Bardia Barracks Ingleburn NSW I congratulate the museum on saving this important gun. You are so right in saying it was a joy to watch Al-he is a very gifted and talented craftsman. Congratulations to all concerned.

[@davidhale7551]

Al reminds me of my Dad, a perfectionist in whatever he did.

[@notchboy]

Love it! The aluminum corner strip straight edge and the can of grease circumfrance maker. Feels just like my own garage. 🤣😎🍻

[@pickupwpodrozy4131]

bardzo dobry materiał z renowacji .... zapewne efekt końcowy jest super.... wyrazy uznania

[@geoffdroz8550]

Beautiful indeed Al.........

[@georgedistel1203]

Absolutely coming into a beautiful restoration, the man is a wizard. Thank the Lord for workshop Wednesday!

[@garybaughman7099]

Great Job Al!

[@rrl4245]

Brilliant work, Al.

[@kiwifruit27]

Al is awesome 😊

[@spikeyflo]

Beautiful job Al.