I don't know if if there is a more valuable tool in a garage or on a job site than a Skil-Saw. Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com I think it has to be one best bang-for-the-buck tools of all time. Professionals and homeowner/hobbyists alike would agree, the Skil Saw belongs in the hall of fame. But... BE CAREFUL, THEY WILL HURT YOU!!! Like all power tools (especially saws), they need to be treated with respect and caution. These are dangerous tools, do not underestimate them. This is the saw I use and recommend. (Affiliate link) http://amzn.to/2jK5VLm www.essentialcraftsman.com The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

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There are a lot of nice anvils out there... but not many like this one. https://youtu.be/SJF52_4noZE. Support our channel on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Not only is it large and gorgeous, but the anvil itself bears the marks of a unique history. Old tools like this fascinate me. I feel extraordinarily lucky (blessed really) to own this anvil, and am happy to share. I realize that it is just a huge hunk of steel.....but to me it is much more. Anvils like this represent a time of enormous importance and accomplishment in human history. When I use it, I am connecting with that history. Thank you all so much for all the positive comments as I try and figure YouTube out! Your input is surprising, flattering, and frankly a little overwhelming! It is exhilarating for me to think that there are others besides me who appreciate these older technologies, crafts, and tools! Thanks for watching! Scott Wadsworth The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https:// www.greenvalleyforge.com

An example of a blacksmithing project that you can do with less than $100 of tools and a little creativity. There are a lot of projects you can do with this same collection of tools. Fair Warning: completing this project may ignite a furious search for more tools. PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad Shopping through our amazon link helps support video creation! http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

Learn how to use a ratchet strap! These are wonderful little machines that are working hard to make rope obsolete. Thanks for watching and supporting our videos, and MEGA thanks to our Patrons. T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR This is the strap we are using in the video. It is decent. I have yet to find the perfect SMALL ratchet strap... or maybe I'm just hard on them (most likely)! http://amzn.to/2gGVEg9 PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad Many thanks to Topher Brown for the music (in this video) We think it suits the channel well! https://facebook.com/Dippingvatstudio/ www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

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A funny injury story, and a funny revenge story. Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman If you are on Facebook, can you stop by our new page and help us get it launched? There is a video there that is NOT on YouTube, and there will be more that are exclusive to Facebook. That will be the primary place we will answer questions and such... Many thanks. MY FAVORITE SAW http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

Learn the basics of operating a sawzall. There aren't a lot of magic tricks here...just good solid applications that you can use over and over and over!! Get the Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Many thanks to those of you who choose to support us here! INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad The ONLY Sawzall blades I use http://amzn.to/2zvHnLc www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

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Handy little trick, you will use it more often than you think. https://youtu.be/ZJUsvoa3t3M. Support us at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman With the right tension, and the right distance of "travel" it doesn't even hurt your hand...much... KEEP PRACTICING! Thanks for watching Be Safe, Scott The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.fa cebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com www.essentialcraftsman.com To use this video in a commercial player or in broadcasts, please email licensing@storyful.com

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How to sharpen an Axe. Here are some of my other axes https://youtu.be/OUZ_Bdas7t8 Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsmanThis is a relaxing and enjoyable process, something you should do regularly if you chop a lot of wood. It only takes a few minutes but can save you a lot of extra work. Please stop by our Facebook page and give us a like or share us with someone you know who might enjoy. Thanks! FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman/ PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en MY CORDLESS For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com DRIVER http://amzn.to/2qI0EXH www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

A good anvil is the mother of all shop tools.https://youtu.be/SJF52_4noZE. Support the channel on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Here is tour of my small collection, and a few things I have learned regarding anvils over the years. Thank you for watching. Music is "Shipwrecked" by "Sir Anthony's Ghost" I am very new to YouTube, and have a lot to learn. Especially related to video editing, how to use music, and how all of this works. My son is helping, but it is new territory for both of us. I appreciate your support and encouragement as we try to figure it out. All these videos are for entertainment and inspiration purposes only. The tools and techniques I use are dangerous, and I do not recommend you attempt unless you are a trained professional. More information about my blacksmithing business can be found here: www.essentialcraftsman.com The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel get an EC T Shirt here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com Thank you, be safe, and be grateful.

Want to know how to use a chainsaw? Here is more info... https://youtu.be/aWqwJ6woOag. Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman This video is a good place to start. Operating a chainsaw is a blast, just make sure you keep your focus. There are a lot of ways to get hurt with one of these, and a few ways to get hurt BADLY. Thank you loyal viewers, and huge extra THANK YOU to my Patrons! CHAINSAW CHAPS http://amzn.to/2pFzmPt WHITE OX GLOVES http://amzn.to/2p6kWG8 PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

Watch Cy Shoot his bowling ball mortar. And maybe THIS anvil! https://youtu.be/Pb1SpUh_yKg Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman He made this himself, nine years ago and it works beautifully...just like his cannon https://youtu.be/_7dlgh6of_0 Excellent for getting rid of pesky and annoying bowling balls hanging around your property. Big thanks to Michael LeCompte for providing some of the video footage that we had missed! PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman/ THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR BUY THIS CIRCULAR SAW http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

Great trick for cutting a log off nice and square. Also a clean and detachable method of attaching an anvil to a stump. Support us at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Get the Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Can't thank you all enough for the support. INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad MY IMPACT DRIVER http://amzn.to/2uKIlzC THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://greenvalleyforge.com Music by Johnny Staats "Legend of the Ghost Coon" Many thanks for allowing us to use your music - we are huge fans. For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com

A handy tip, can be very valuable in certain situations. Like THIS TOOL. https://youtu.be/5JnMO6-ql8o Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman I could have lifted this header in A LOT of different ways, but thought I would make the "Post Jack" to share. Thanks for the comments, and everyone have a GREAT day! MY HAMMER - http://amzn.to/2oRMgf9 MY NAIL GUN - http://amzn.to/2oRIJ0v For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel BUY AN EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

Many anvils have chips and breaks along the edges. Like these...https://youtu.be/jwZlGCteI04 Support us at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsmanThese can be repaired! Thanks for watching, please a comment if you enjoy the videos! For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

Consider Supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman A Spud Wrench is priceless when you need it. And still very useful when you just need a crescent wrench. Consider adding one to your tool box! Thanks for watching, and for the support! BUY A GOOD SPUD WRENCH http://amzn.to/2tQ9ndl PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman/ THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

I predict a lot of heat in the comments below. For the record I have no problem with people having their own opinions on chainsaw safety and starting techniques. Watch this...https://youtu.be/kzuijFHquQk Do what you gotta do! If you value this content, consider supporting on PATREON. https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Please watch our other video for the basics of operating a chainsaw. https://youtu.be/kzuijFHquQk These are dangerous and fun tools to run. PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman MY FRAMING HAMMER http://amzn.to/2qk3KSE MY FAVORITE SAW For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

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Lets review framing hammers. There are a lot of great options out there, and it's important to do this tool right! See one in action https://youtu.be/l8-LpSRrW44 Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman A framer will reach for this tool hundreds of times each day. More on framing here https://goo.gl/eHcP4c Get a hammer you love, and you won't be sorry. I will admit that there are some new hammers on the market that I have not tried yet...maybe someday I will. However, it is going to take a lot to convince me to abandon my current go-to hammer. Thanks for watching, and be safe out there! The First Framing Hammer I bought: http://amzn.to/2peMNc8 My Current and Most Beloved Hammer: http://amzn.to/2qk3KSE My Hammer Recommendation for Homeowner/DIY/Wedding Gift http://amzn.to/2ptPmDa PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

VOLUME WARNING!!!!!!!! I have wanted to try this for a long time. Here is more on the forge... https://youtu.be/xah47JDQKP8 Worked pretty good I gotta say! Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

Are you building a forge? Consider using a ribbon burner! Please leave a comment, and many thanks to those of you who support EC at Patreon. EC MERCH http://bit.ly/2C7JFRv PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad Support EC by doin your shopping through our Amazon link! http://amzn.to/2BAdATm If you are building a forge and are considering a ribbon burner, you can find this one on my website http://bit.ly/ecburner I will have them for sale from time to time. www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

A brief description of several hand tools laying around my shop. Watch Trees fall here https://youtu.be/aWqwJ6woOag Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Most of these have uses specific to the timber industry of the Pacific Northwest. All of them are neat, useful, and authentic. I don't consider myself a craftsman with most of these tools - however I know enough to be dangerous and have spent a good amount of time using them. Tools like this can be found all over the place and make great restoration projects. Remove the rust, build or buy and handle, and bring an old tool back to life. Many thanks for all the nice comments, tips, and feedback. This channel has been a real source of pleasure for me, I'll keep doing my best to entertain. Be aware that I am NOT a craftsman in the realm of computers, films, video, or social media. www.essentialcraftsman.com The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

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Watch a few guys build a nice new entrance to an existing home. All the techniques and methods that were used during this project will be covered in detail during the House Building Series. Thank you Patrons! As an aside... this was an exceptionally fun project for two reasons. First, the porch was fun to design and build because of the materials, style and the fact that it used several different crafts. Second, Jeff and Debbie were among some of the best clients that I have ever worked for. They wanted it nice, they were good at making design choices with out changing their minds over and over, they were not shy about asking questions or objecting if I was not meeting the terms of the contract and they were not shy about expressing appreciation for good work. They bent over backwards to give me full access to the project and understood the delays caused by weather. Customers like these make contracting a pleasure, but they don't come along every day and so I treasure the chance to work for folks like this! Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Music is by Simon Alexander. This guy has serious talent, give him a listen and share with your friends! First Song: Hollow Wine Grove Second Song: Phoenix Fire Youtube: http://bit.ly/2qbV67I Spotify: http://spoti.fi/2qdmqlD PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad The Tools used in this video (Amazon Affiliate Links!) My Skil Saw http://amzn.to/2zF8NSo My Nail Gun http://amzn.to/2ygvt7f My Framing Hammer http://amzn.to/2jc3uTz Steve's Framing Hammer, and the ONLY one he has ever used! http://amzn.to/2hkFEEv Burke Bar (what I stripped forms with) http://amzn.to/2iC6rsg www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

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A 4' level will not do everything for you, but it will certainly do a LOT. It's the most versatile level, and the one I use the most often. If you need a skilsaw watch this video https://youtu.be/5hzLckjnDwI I wish the Bostitch level was still on the market. I have used it for many years, Nate has used it for many years, and it has proven to be an excellent and extremely high quality tool. I believe it cost around $50 or so. I can recommend that level fully and without reservation. I have the 4' and 8' models. Here are a few from Amazon that look decent. (these are affiliate links) Stanley https://amzn.to/2Pt46Pf Stabila https://amzn.to/2CayqML Empire https://amzn.to/2MIpp2s Irwin https://amzn.to/2CbbdKB I had bad luck with my Stabila level and probably won't buy another one. That being said they have a great reputation and many people love them. Enjoy EC? Support at Patreon! http://bit.ly/ecpatreon MERCH http://bit.ly/ECmerch INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad https://essentialcraftsman.com

The great photo of the barber chair at :41 came from this blog. http://truebluesam.blogspot.com/2011/08/bad-stump.html Click the link for some back story, and more valuable information about this dangerous situation. Falling trees is a dangerous job.https://youtu.be/aWqwJ6woOag Support us at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman A lot of men are killed every year, even professionals. The "Barber chair" is an extremely dangerous occurrence that happened to me twice the week before filming this. This video shows how I approached the trees at my next attempt, knowing they were prone to barber chair. I am also attempting to preserve lumber since this will be sawn into clear vertical grain trim boards, for use in several upcoming projects. ...isn't Southern Oregon beautiful? The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

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The RACE of the century happens at end of the video! I did not get paid to make this video, but I probably should have :) Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman I did NOT get paid to make this video, but I probably should have :) Despite my claim (in the meme) - It looks like Spencer DOES in fact make a metric version of this great tape. Great news for you metric users out there! Thanks for watching everyone, hope you all have a great day. Please check you our new website at essentialcraftsman.com SPENCER LOGGER TAPE http://amzn.to/2sjpz5k FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

I added 400 sq ft of space and 800 sq ft of concrete floor to my shop. Tour the shop here https://youtu.be/r9ryEOrYNxY Previous shop cleanout here https://youtu.be/Hb8m-qXZXrk Many thanks to those who support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman MERCH Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad MY FAVORITE SAW http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

I have enjoyed cutting wood since I was a boy. Check out these old tools...https://youtu.be/OUZ_Bdas7t8. Support us at PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Axes, Hand Saws, and Chainsaws are all terrific tools. If you are here to learn about chainsaws, please go here https://goo.gl/SCSYb6 Thanks you all, and a big Thank you to my Patrons!!!!! PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

Learn about concrete finishing, and why I always hire a pro when finishing concrete. We are going to cover concrete in great detail during our house build series - there really wasn't time or footage enough to give you all the details in just this video. Just take my word for it - it will all be covered soon! In the meantime, enjoy the show while these guys finish this patio. Thank you very much Patrons for your support of this channel. It makes a real difference for small content creators like us. Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad MY FAVORITE SKIL SAW http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

There are a lot of ways to finish the end of a rope, to keep it from fraying. This is an elegant and classy way to finish a hemp or cotton rope. Try it on other types as well! Many thanks for watching my video, I truly appreciate the support NEW Essential Craftman Merch: http://bit.ly/2C7JFRv Amazon Tool Store (I give all of these 5 star ratings) http://a.co/cr8unjL PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

Shooting (LAUNCHING) the anvil with Scott Wadsworth and Cy Swan. This anvil goes up like a rocket - who would have guessed they can fly so well! Thank you for supporting us on PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Happy 4th of July! Celebrate liberty... and defend it!! THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR WORLDS GREATEST BOOK ON ANVILS http://amzn.to/2sJ87Dl PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com Happy 4th of July! WORLDS GREATEST BOOK ON ANVILS http://amzn.to/2sJ87Dl For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

This is one of the most versatile and useful tools I own. See another one here. https://youtu.be/jDfpl1_I904. Support us at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman I highly recommend owning one. They make great birthday, Christmas, and wedding presents! This is an affiliate link to Amazon where you can buy one. This one is made by Marshalltown, and is NOT an actual burke bar.... but it is pretty darn close. My son has one (the gray one in the video), and it is a most excellent bar. http://amzn.to/2kuQabZ If you want an actual Burke Bar, check white cap: http://www.whitecap.com/shop/wc/p/meadow-burke-56-burke-bar-with-3-blade-17615c For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.facebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

This video is at least two things.https://youtu.be/oU5pEXya-CM Support us atPatreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman First it is a 30,000 foot perspective on the history and process of making damascus steel. Second, it is an introduction to Cy Swan, my blacksmithing partner and a most remarkable man. There is a world of detail concerning both the steel and the man that will be addressed in future videos, so stay tuned! The only work pants I wear. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII Support the channel buy an EC T- Shirt! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR www.essentialcraftsman.com Patreon https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman Facebook https://www.fa cebook.com/essentialcraftsman Instagram https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com

I will give a tour of this new space very soon. Part 1 of this shop expansion series can be found here https://youtu.be/sT6dnBGgXSY Jimmy Diresta http://bit.ly/2O3E7go A beautiful shop, will LOTS of making going on inside. An extremely creative and skilled craftsman. RR Buildings http://bit.ly/2OQmhCD This guy is the real deal, lots of beautiful shops on his channel. Hard working fellow! Thanks for watching and supporting our efforts in making these videos. There are a lot of things to watch on youtube and we very much appreciate your time watching and hopefully learning from Essential Craftsman. The goal of these videos is to motivate and encourage others to try new crafts and learn a new skill. Tools used in this video (All highly recommended) Concrete Hammer https://amzn.to/2D3YxEP Framing Hammer https://amzn.to/2RdPG6B Carpenter Bags https://amzn.to/2qayovx Makita Cut Off Saw https://amzn.to/2yxqocz Respirator https://amzn.to/2CEUWME Ear Plugs https://amzn.to/2D3WdxI Level https://low.es/2O3M3y0 (this is not the level I'm using, the ones I have are no longer in production. If I was going to replace them I would get this one...) Skil Saw https://amzn.to/2SjiImP Drill https://amzn.to/2CD8AzG Cordless Drill https://amzn.to/2yw2XR9 Burke Bar https://amzn.to/2D0uttX Tape Measure https://amzn.to/2EFxVfa Face Shield https://amzn.to/2yB3eCd 7" Grinder https://amzn.to/2EIKx5d Tin Snips https://amzn.to/2D3W4do Buying tools or shopping Amazon through these links pays Essential Craftsman a small commission. This is a great way to support the channel and it doesn't cost you anything. (the commission comes from Amazon's side of the sale) THANK YOU!! Enjoy EC? Support at Patreon! http://bit.ly/ecpatreon Have you seen Cy's website? http://cyswan.com MERCH http://bit.ly/ECmerch INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcr... FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcra... TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad https://essentialcraftsman.com Thanks for watching and for sharing Essential Craftsman with your friends.

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Warning: This is a very short and very simple video...for this reason we are releasing along with Ep.12 so you still get a full dose of Spec house Progress. Thanks for watching. We got our water meter hooked up - we needed for cleaning tools and compacting soil. Learn how to determine if you have a water leak from looking at your meter. Get the Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad Tools Used: Knipex Cobra Pliers (MUST HAVE TOOL) http://amzn.to/2zeAuxz www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

Well here it goes... a look at the shop and part of what is in it! Now I try pretty hard to bring order to my building and making processes. I try really hard to bring order to my thinking, and I try just as hard as I can to bring order to my relationships... but I have a real hard time maintaining order in my shop! Come on in!!! Get the Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad MY FAVORITE SAW http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

Screws are one of the greatest fasteners available. There is a screw for almost every application. I cover some of the basics necessary for understanding the advantages of the modern screw. Many` thanks to those of you who support onPATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman I can't find my parachute bag on amazon. The one there appears to be a cheap knock/off of sorts......would love it if some one could find out if the real ones are still available somewhere. I'll try and get some pictures up! PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman/ MY DRILL/DRIVER http://amzn.to/2tgob3U THE ONLY WORK PANTS I WEAR. http://amzn.to/2wb7LII BUY YOUR OFFICIAL EC T- SHIRT! https://goo.gl/5YqRrR Buy a Knife From Cy Swan Here https://www.greenvalleyforge.com For all business inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com Our website: www.essentialcraftsman.com www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com

Patrons - We will be sharing all the costs of this storage project with you, in the same way we do with the spec house. There will be utility trenching, masonry, grading & drainage work, fencing, and a few surprises. Thanks for sticking with us. http://bit.ly/ecpatreon We hope to be back on track very soon - like before the end of the summer. Thank you very much for your patience and understanding while we sort these items out. MERCH http://bit.ly/ECmerch My Leatherman https://amzn.to/2wPs5nx Do you Have a Burke Bar Yet? https://amzn.to/2Lay1dP These are Amazon affiliate links which means Amazon pays EC a small commission if you buy through our link!) INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad essentialcraftsman.com

A Topographic Survey is critical in order to optimize your site. If site optimization is not super important you may be able to get by without one. The consequence of proceeding without a Topo is a very likely under or over estimation in materials, export, and (in our case) the engineering on the retaining wall. A Topographic survey allows us know exactly how much dirt is on our site, and where we need to move it. Many thank for all the support - especially those of who have chosen to support on Patreon. If you are new to this spec house series - please start at the beginning! Get the Essential Craftsman T shirt Here https://goo.gl/5YqRrR PATREON https://www.patreon.com/essentialcraftsman INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TWITTER https://twitter.com/ECscottwad MY FAVORITE SAW http://amzn.to/2q1hL4z www.ESSENTIALCRAFTSMAN.com Business Inquiries: essentialcraftsman@gmail.com

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