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man, you have a beautiful job, i can tell you like the classics and the style, with those machines you have so much history in the shop y ademas hablas español, saludos desde mexico
Yes. Thats exactly what i do. This is not what i do for a living bot most of the week before going to bed i have a cup of tea and watch his videos. is so relaxing
When you said you like the sound of that looper sewer, That confirmed your Authenticity for perfection of the classics...Role on ...Rock tight...what you do is outa sight...lol...
Two years after you posted this video, I have seen it with the sensation I was there feeling and smelling, the characteristic spirit of a shoes repair store. Thank you!
There is a Zen to this kind of handwork, hyper-concentration and the linear (or sometimes, not-so-linear) flow of the workflow and a romantic affinity for the history of the profession and the tools of the trade. Hats off to you, Brian.
I am an ex-pat Brit living in Bangkok, there is nothing even close to what you do here in Thailand. I recall as a young lad in my home city in Bath, England, a small cobbler on the street corner, sadly he was the last. Brian, i can only see an amazing future for you. Your quality of workmanship and love for your trade will elevate you. People from far and wide will know your name. I am honoured to see this begining for you.The best of luck brother, you deserve it.
You my friend are a true legend in the making. You may not understand it now but you and your machines are make history before our very eyes. Thank you very much for your true craftsmanship and the videos as well. Many blessings to you.
Thank you !! I have worked 35 years in the production machine repair field . I love the old machines ! Keep em oiled and clean and they will serve you Forever !! I know this is an old video , but I have always wanted to see Your equipment . Thanks again ! CRJ
Thanks for the tour Brian. The sights, the sounds and, all though it doesn’t come across well on TH-cam, the smells; that’s what craftsmanship is all about. Keep on rocking it. Now, please emboss a little scrap rectangular piece of leather with the RC logo and make a key chain. I’ll order one if you ship to Canada...
I really like the way things are near and dear to your heart. You have big respect for the people and the Machines as well as your hard work and theirs. I love those Engineers boots. I've never seen anything like that before and would love to own a pair but I'm sure I can't afford to have them custom-made, so I'll look around and see if I can buy a pair.
I madly respect a man who takes pride in his work. A man who can talk for ages about his trade because it's truly what he enjoys. I loved your excitement for sharing your workshop with us. But I personally felt equally as excited with you Brian for the beautiful machines. The tactile feel they give, the living sounds they make. Your resole videos are always therapeutic, but this video is probably my favorite because it's so relaitable. Thank you mate for making such brilliant quality videos.
One of my fondest childhood memories is watching the town cobbler fix all of our shoes. The smell of the leather and glue, the sound of the machines.........thank you for your channel! Priceless!!!
You can tell that someone is a true craftsman when they describe their noisy and less than immaculate machines as beautiful. I can tell that you really mean it. Great vid. Thx.
@@Tr33PeopleThis is true. Capitalism favors constant consumption. People nowadays are conditioned to the mindset of disposing of an item instead of repair too. People complain about them not making them like they used to as if it's because manufacturing itself has somehow gone down in quality when in reality manufacturing methods are more precise than they have ever been. Everything is just made more cheaply by design and with an expected failure or obsolescence in mind within a time frame consumers feel comfortable with.
@@Tr33Peopleyeah, I don't get how someone can be brainwashed into not wanting a quality item that lasts time over inexpensive cheap stuff that will disappoint.
I’ve just finished refurbishing a Landis Model 12 F. Your comments about your K ring true. I have a lot more mistakes to make… Beautiful shop and excellent craftsmanship! Thanks for sharing.
Hi Brian, I don't have the words to describe how good and the memories I feel watching your videos, I'm from chihuahua Mexico and I started working at a shoe repair shop at the age of 7 by the age of 10 I was a master repairing shoes I moved here to USA and I being working in construction since then I can see your love and dedication in what you do, I never got to make new shoes, but I had good memories and kept me out of trouble and I learned how to work, I live in Rialto Ca but I have a brother that lives in LA and he worked in the same shop, I would like to go and meet you, I love cowboy boots, thank you for your videos God bless you!
Brian, I totally understand why you feel so much for these machines. To me, they represent a person's life and livelihood. Many memories attached to my tools as well.
Great video! I liked hearing how you appreciate your machines, what they do and their history. We don’t hear people honor the tools of their trade much anymore. I’m a real fan of steam powered vehicles and machines so I understand how you feel about those great tools ⚒. Keep sharing, I’ll keep watching. 🌞
Brian, the machine you bought on Craigslist that cuts, skives and presses the welting is called a 5 in 1 because it performs 5 functions, you see them without the welt roller and they are called 3 in 1s. The old chainstitch machine you use for sewing the backs is a fur sewing machine. Oh, Liberty Bibbs are by far the best bibbs to wear.
Thank you for your passion ! You look so young so that shows me you love what you do ! As for your machines bless you for keeping them alive and working ! I hope one day I'll get to meet you !! Thank you for sharing !
Amazing video. I enjoyed hearing about each machine. As I've been watching your videos I have wondered about each of the machines. I know that you have other machines that you did not feature in this VLOG because I saw a Singer post sewing machine at 14:00 when the Spectrum News segment was playing. Maybe another video will be forthcoming one day about your other sewing machines. Great job
Nice machines, I like that I can see how they are working, their design. They have a strange mix of beauty and mystery, time stops still around them. Thanks for the video! I appreciate that you spend time to make the video! Kind regards from România & Rep of Moldova!
Brian i am new to the channel, but really appreciate your attention to the history and the men who made their livelihood with these workhorses. I am wondering how old you are though? You indeed seem like an old soul. So rare in the young people of today to really want to work hard and enjoy the fruits of doing so!! Congratulations 👏
That was very informative! I like that the machines are recycled and have a narrative built in! Real shame that craftspeople have to shut down because another Walmart is opening! You’re carrying on the tradition now Brian!
Wonderful video Brian thank you. Here in Leicester UK we used to be home to British United Shoe Machinery the largest employer in the city in its day, an engineering great sadly gone.
John, From this post, I read about British United Shoe Machinery on Wikipedia. The article only touched upon the significance of the company. Amazing story but sad to read about the end results.
It’s awesome for us to have such a young talented Cobbler/Boot Maker, because it’s becoming a dying art. I would luv to learn such and amazing skillful trade. Hopefully you will be able to pass down what you learn to an apprentice of your own
WOW such beautiful machine for your trade I just started watching your channel what a craft and a lost art thanks to the shoe manufacturer that put out cheap shoes. Good luck love your channel
Mil gracias por mostrar como trabaja un profesional de verdad! Estaría interesante hacer un “tour” sobre los distintos adesivos y compatibilidad de distintos productos. Excelene canal!
Brian I really like ‘this video watching and learning about the different machines that you use like all your videos they are always interesting and inspirational you are so passionate about what you do it’s a pity we don’t have the same her in the uk 👍 kev
I found you on TH-cam. Can you do a video on the boot materials, especially the leather and how you pick what to use when crafting each boot. Keep up the great work and I’ll be calling you soon for a pair.
I said it before and I'll say it again..your an old soul in a young mans body (no pun intended) keep up the good work. There is an old saying..if you love what you do you'll never work a day in your life..your blessed Brian !
Hey Brian, I live in Whittier and am planning on bringing some boots by to be repaired. Wanted to ask you if you could make or post a video of you making a pair of boots from scratch? Anyways big fan. Stay up.
Nice to see ur vids brian..saludos desde phoenix,az. And cool one this time. Nice to see every machine ..i liked the "caiman" dang! U surprised me with the news interview u got,i was waiting on info about it..great job dude! Keep up the good work. Looking forward to purchasing some pairs soon
Hello Brian, como te va? Kool video of your shop. Like i say to you one time before, you have one thing many don't, and that is purpose of life.. as you keep walking this path more doors will open for you, a bright future a better life and the fact that you earn it and nobody can take it from you... always look forward and up giving thanks to the one that gives to all...you know what I mean ...be good, be safe, and be happy....JRC
I have a rapid E, they are crazy expensive but for thick soles they are the best. Also you should get a patcher with a treadle, having two hands to hold the boot makes it a lot easier.
Hey Brian what were those black and olive drab boots you were working on? They looked really neat. Your own design or a rebuild. Also, Thanks for the video. This one was really cool and I wish you all the success in the future.
Brian, so how how do you find replacement parts for your working vintage machines? Do they still make parts? Or do you buy 2-3 machines to salvage and use for parts?
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Brian, those machine were built to last another 200 years-all they need are a master’s hands to make them come alive.
man, you have a beautiful job, i can tell you like the classics and the style, with those machines you have so much history in the shop y ademas hablas español, saludos desde mexico
Love it! We have many of those exact same machines in our shop. So old yet still working like a charm every day!
You guys are all my heroes! Keep on keeping on 🙌
Postings on Sunday is appreciated. Fun to relax and watch your show.
Yes. Thats exactly what i do. This is not what i do for a living bot most of the week before going to bed i have a cup of tea and watch his videos. is so relaxing
When you said you like the sound of that looper sewer, That confirmed your Authenticity for perfection of the classics...Role on ...Rock tight...what you do is outa sight...lol...
"...the look and the history." You stated it perfectly. Such beautiful examples of old, vintage engineering. Wonderful tour of your gear, thanks!
Two years after you posted this video, I have seen it with the sensation I was there feeling and smelling, the characteristic spirit of a shoes repair store. Thank you!
Brian,
Aside from a craftsman’s product, nothing so beautiful than his well worn tools.
Muchas, Tom
There is a Zen to this kind of handwork, hyper-concentration and the linear (or sometimes, not-so-linear) flow of the workflow and a romantic affinity for the history of the profession and the tools of the trade. Hats off to you, Brian.
I am an ex-pat Brit living in Bangkok, there is nothing even close to what you do here in Thailand. I recall as a young lad in my home city in Bath, England, a small cobbler on the street corner, sadly he was the last. Brian, i can only see an amazing future for you. Your quality of workmanship and love for your trade will elevate you. People from far and wide will know your name. I am honoured to see this begining for you.The best of luck brother, you deserve it.
You my friend are a true legend in the making. You may not understand it now but you and your machines are make history before our very eyes. Thank you very much for your true craftsmanship and the videos as well. Many blessings to you.
Thank you !! I have worked 35 years in the production machine repair field .
I love the old machines ! Keep em oiled and clean and they will serve you
Forever !! I know this is an old video , but I have always wanted to see
Your equipment . Thanks again ! CRJ
Thanks for the tour Brian. The sights, the sounds and, all though it doesn’t come across well on TH-cam, the smells; that’s what craftsmanship is all about. Keep on rocking it.
Now, please emboss a little scrap rectangular piece of leather with the RC logo and make a key chain. I’ll order one if you ship to Canada...
I really like the way things are near and dear to your heart. You have big respect for the people and the Machines as well as your hard work and theirs. I love those Engineers boots. I've never seen anything like that before and would love to own a pair but I'm sure I can't afford to have them custom-made, so I'll look around and see if I can buy a pair.
I madly respect a man who takes pride in his work. A man who can talk for ages about his trade because it's truly what he enjoys. I loved your excitement for sharing your workshop with us. But I personally felt equally as excited with you Brian for the beautiful machines. The tactile feel they give, the living sounds they make. Your resole videos are always therapeutic, but this video is probably my favorite because it's so relaitable. Thank you mate for making such brilliant quality videos.
One of my fondest childhood memories is watching the town cobbler fix all of our shoes. The smell of the leather and glue, the sound of the machines.........thank you for your channel! Priceless!!!
You can tell that someone is a true craftsman when they describe their noisy and less than immaculate machines as beautiful. I can tell that you really mean it. Great vid. Thx.
Walmart has killed so many great craftman's jobs. We do appreciate handmade things. Thanks.
Not Walmart but capitalism. People now buy more stuff but cheaper. Capitalism promotes consumption not durability.
@@Tr33People I was referring to the Walmart that displaced the cobbler where he got his machine.
@@Tr33PeopleThis is true. Capitalism favors constant consumption. People nowadays are conditioned to the mindset of disposing of an item instead of repair too. People complain about them not making them like they used to as if it's because manufacturing itself has somehow gone down in quality when in reality manufacturing methods are more precise than they have ever been. Everything is just made more cheaply by design and with an expected failure or obsolescence in mind within a time frame consumers feel comfortable with.
@@CarlosRamirez-wt4yi That's what I mean, it wasn't Walmart but consumers who don't want to fix things. Just buy new cheap stuff that falls apart.
@@Tr33Peopleyeah, I don't get how someone can be brainwashed into not wanting a quality item that lasts time over inexpensive cheap stuff that will disappoint.
I really enjoyed this video. There is history behind those machines and you are making sure that there is a future as well.
Good for you, Brian! Proud of you! Excellent craftsmanship!
I’ve just finished refurbishing a Landis Model 12 F. Your comments about your K ring true. I have a lot more mistakes to make… Beautiful shop and excellent craftsmanship! Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful machines!! So much history and work done, fantastic! Great video, keep going
Hi Brian, I don't have the words to describe how good and the memories I feel watching your videos, I'm from chihuahua Mexico and I started working at a shoe repair shop at the age of 7 by the age of 10 I was a master repairing shoes I moved here to USA and I being working in construction since then I can see your love and dedication in what you do, I never got to make new shoes, but I had good memories and kept me out of trouble and I learned how to work, I live in Rialto Ca but I have a brother that lives in LA and he worked in the same shop, I would like to go and meet you, I love cowboy boots, thank you for your videos God bless you!
Brand new Brian the Bootmaker videos are my favorite part of Sunday.
Thanks again for posting Brian. Love the old machines and even better the new generation of craftsman using them. Enjoy your Sunday video.
Brian, I totally understand why you feel so much for these machines. To me, they represent a person's life and livelihood. Many memories attached to my tools as well.
You're a young guy with an Old School soul. Keep it up!
Brian, I enjoy watching your videos and seeing how much hart you put in your craft.
Great machines very precious. More than just machines very sentimental. Awesome work as ever. Keep up the good work top cordwainer. All the best Pete.
I’ve seen this video several times and it never gets old. Keep up the good work
Thank you for sharing your craft. I love getting a glimpse behind the scenes of the shop.
Great video! I liked hearing how you appreciate your machines, what they do and their history. We don’t hear people honor the tools of their trade much anymore. I’m a real fan of steam powered vehicles and machines so I understand how you feel about those great tools ⚒. Keep sharing, I’ll keep watching. 🌞
Brian, the machine you bought on Craigslist that cuts, skives and presses the welting is called a 5 in 1 because it performs 5 functions, you see them without the welt roller and they are called 3 in 1s. The old chainstitch machine you use for sewing the backs is a fur sewing machine.
Oh, Liberty Bibbs are by far the best bibbs to wear.
"El Caiman" is a type of alligator! Makes sense!!
Thank you for your passion ! You look so young so that shows me you love what you do ! As for your machines bless you for keeping them alive and working ! I hope one day I'll get to meet you !! Thank you for sharing !
Awesome brother, keep up the good work, world needs more like you
Amazing video. I enjoyed hearing about each machine. As I've been watching your videos I have wondered about each of the machines.
I know that you have other machines that you did not feature in this VLOG because I saw a Singer post sewing machine at 14:00 when the Spectrum News segment was playing. Maybe another video will be forthcoming one day about your other sewing machines.
Great job
Yes Brian, they are BEAUTIFUL MACHINES. the passion you have, shows in all your work. Keep it up. Quality
Singer Machines made in Clydebank Scotland. Unfortunately all gone now but the old machines will last for ever with a bit of love.
Everything you do is good to watch brother
Your heart comes across thank you 🙏
Nice machines, I like that I can see how they are working, their design. They have a strange mix of beauty and mystery, time stops still around them.
Thanks for the video! I appreciate that you spend time to make the video!
Kind regards from România & Rep of Moldova!
Brian i am new to the channel, but really appreciate your attention to the history and the men who made their livelihood with these workhorses. I am wondering how old you are though? You indeed seem like an old soul. So rare in the young people of today to really want to work hard and enjoy the fruits of doing so!! Congratulations 👏
The Kaiman, as you called it, is called the 5-in-one Leather and Plastic cutter
This man deserves way more subscribers !
Wow Brian, congratulations on the excellent news spot there. You're earning it! Keep up the good work.
Ahh you are just the coolest, Brian!!! Hope to meet you someday.
Great video it shows the love & passion that you have for what you do. Keep them coming they are fun and relaxing to watch.
Loved this video! Those stitchers are so awesome!
That was very informative! I like that the machines are recycled and have a narrative built in! Real shame that craftspeople have to shut down because another Walmart is opening! You’re carrying on the tradition now Brian!
Wonderful video Brian thank you. Here in Leicester UK we used to be home to British United Shoe Machinery the largest employer in the city in its day, an engineering great sadly gone.
John,
From this post, I read about British United Shoe Machinery on Wikipedia. The article only touched upon the significance of the company. Amazing story but sad to read about the end results.
Didn't have time to watch this video sooner but I'm glad I finally did, great video.
It’s awesome for us to have such a young talented Cobbler/Boot Maker, because it’s becoming a dying art. I would luv to learn such and amazing skillful trade. Hopefully you will be able to pass down what you learn to an apprentice of your own
Another great video keep them coming I love watching them you have one incredible Talent...
WOW such beautiful machine for your trade I just started watching your channel what a craft and a lost art thanks to the shoe manufacturer that put out cheap shoes. Good luck love your channel
Mil gracias por mostrar como trabaja un profesional de verdad! Estaría interesante hacer un “tour” sobre los distintos adesivos y compatibilidad de distintos productos. Excelene canal!
Brian I really like ‘this video watching and learning about the different machines that you use like all your videos they are always interesting and inspirational you are so passionate about what you do it’s a pity we don’t have the same her in the uk 👍 kev
I found you on TH-cam.
Can you do a video on the boot materials, especially the leather and how you pick what to use when crafting each boot.
Keep up the great work and I’ll be calling you soon for a pair.
All your machines are PRICELESS!!!
Very nice job Sole Brother..... if memory serves me correctly the K stitcher has over 500 moving parts per stitch..... Cheers, Bob
Brian your videos are awesome and inspirational as well 🙏🙌
I said it before and I'll say it again..your an old soul in a young mans body (no pun intended) keep up the good work. There is an old saying..if you love what you do you'll never work a day in your life..your blessed Brian !
What an informative video. Good job done Brian. I often wonder why you always spray water on the sole prior to stitching it?
In English they are generally called "five in one's"
Great video, Brian! I can’t afford your boots, but the cost is definitely worth it to get a handmade boot. Best wishes!
Nice tour! On the chain stitch machine debur the shuttle hook to help with thread breakage.
Great video... thx for sharing... you made my Sunday!
I love boot and shoe repair. Cool video
Another hit. Love the interview at the end. 👍
you have a awesome teacher and he make you a awesome person . you are amazing .
Good dude man. Needs to be more like you
You Da Bomb... Keep up the good work..👍🏼
Hey Brian, hope you get some UK boots to resole soon like Trickers :)
Man, this was freaking great!
Thanks for your time and effort, very cool video.
Hey Brian, I live in Whittier and am planning on bringing some boots by to be repaired. Wanted to ask you if you could make or post a video of you making a pair of boots from scratch? Anyways big fan. Stay up.
Boy likes his machines! Very from the heart video.
I really like your channel and the stuff you share with us!!! Could you please make a video explaining the Landis outsole stitcher in details?
So informative! Thanks Brian!
I can’t wait to meet one day... Fantastic video!
Hello from the Uk, the more i watch the more i enjoy.
You have a good soul, kid.
You’ll get my business soon
Excelente Brian , muy educativo...
Nice to see Brian in the press
Very interesting video. Keep up the great work.
Nice to see ur vids brian..saludos desde phoenix,az. And cool one this time. Nice to see every machine ..i liked the "caiman" dang! U surprised me with the news interview u got,i was waiting on info about it..great job dude! Keep up the good work. Looking forward to purchasing some pairs soon
Hello Brian, como te va? Kool video of your shop. Like i say to you one time before, you have one thing many don't, and that is purpose of life.. as you keep walking this path more doors will open for you, a bright future a better life and the fact that you earn it and nobody can take it from you... always look forward and up giving thanks to the one that gives to all...you know what I mean ...be good, be safe, and be happy....JRC
We love you keep working good
Awesome video, Brian!
Very cool. Thanks for sharing 🙂
I have a rapid E, they are crazy expensive but for thick soles they are the best. Also you should get a patcher with a treadle, having two hands to hold the boot makes it a lot easier.
Thanks for the tour.
I always enjoy all your vids bud !
Hey Brian what were those black and olive drab boots you were working on? They looked really neat. Your own design or a rebuild. Also, Thanks for the video. This one was really cool and I wish you all the success in the future.
Brian and Steve from Bedo's, the two best cobblers on TH-cam!
Thank you for a very informative video!
Excelente tu trabajo.saludos desde 🇪🇸
Thanks for sharing. If those machines could talk I bet they are full of stories.
Hola amigo yo soy soldador y admiro y respeto tu trabajo te felicito por tu dedication me gustaria spender ese arte saludos desde Las Vegas
Brian, so how how do you find replacement parts for your working vintage machines? Do they still make parts? Or do you buy 2-3 machines to salvage and use for parts?
Do you have a website? If so what might it be.. Great content, very relaxing