As I've gotten older, I've stepped away from a belt. I've tried just about every type of tool belt including ones with padded suspenders. Even with them, the belt dug into my hips too much. I generally set up a workbench and keep my most used tools there within reach. Tape on my jean pocket, pencil in my ponytail.
Or a waist apron. I definitely don't wear one all of the time, but if I'm dealing with different nail sizes, or on a lift or ladder with a harness, a belt or apron keeps me from constantly scooping things up off of the floor. I definitely agree though, I'd rather not wander all over a job all day with half of the gamebox around my waist.
It's the old, broken in leather belts that I can wear. The leather grips, so it doesn't slide and you don't have to cinch it as tight. Also, the leather will wear to your hips and you habits. Once it gets to that point, you realize why people have 20 year old belts. I try to be minimalistic as well. On a ladder hanging mouldings, having small prys, nail punches, and just about anything your ever need in hands reach is too beneficial. Both to time and my health
I disagree with the Stilleto comment. They are fantastic hammers. It's not just that they weigh less, they're easier on your bones. The titanium absorbs a noticeable amount of shock from the force of the hammer strikes. I wasn't sold until my dad bought me one as a gift about ten years ago. That hammer has survived years of some pretty rough treatment. I finally replaced it with a Boss so that I could retire the Stilleto, and I wanted an American-made hammer. All of that being said, a good mallet is definitely critical equipment. I'm still president of your fan-club, keep up the great content.
My man...your vids keep getting better and better from the drone shots, to the music, to the video quality - and especially to the professional content Thanks for sharing
The cobra buckle looks so cool. I bought my blue Diamondback bags from someone off Craigslist in San Antonio about 8 years ago for $100. Bags looked new but the belt looked a little older. I’ve been wanting to upgrade the belt to the cobra system. Great bags.
I've been looking at the diamondback toolbelts lately. There doesnt seem to be a lot of companies that make pouches on the smaller side. It feels like my jobs are getting bigger and bigger so I guess progressing better at anything is being more efficient. I honestly hate big clunky toolbelts that weigh me down and get stuck/ bump into everything like my current one. I go the roof of jobs a llot too so one less trip up and down the ladder is obviously a better thing. Im actually looking into getting some titanium stuff to lighten up my belt as well but as you mentioned the prices are really hard to justify on the nice ones like Martinez. Ill probably get the belt after my next side job is finished.
Thanks Richard, I carry a mobile tool box. Ya ,mibile tool box Its a bucket boss frames rig. Mainly used for when i build decks fill large pouches with screws. I am looking for a interior beltto carry tools for inside projects. Hun Marine repairman. I was Army heavy recovery vehicle operator mechanic from ranks to trucks and whatever else broke down on tge battle field either repaired in the feild or returned to the motor pool Look into the Stabila laser tape, it is rugged, built using leica technology, it can be sent to your cell also can measure room volume fast way of estimating shiplap, measures inside and outside i paid 120 on sale. Bosch is good , i iwn both leica and stabila like stabila better fits into my hand better rubber coated edge. I use it for measuring crown no more tape sag ir breaks as near tye other wall.
When doing finish carpentry, I remove any type of tool belt that has crap hanging from the sides. There isn't always the elbow swinging room that framing allows. Once you've brushed up against anything that you don't want to scratch or even break, you'll find yourself looking for better options. That one little scratch can cause a bad day and a customer. Framers are pretty clueless about certain areas of finesse.
Years ago, one of my techs was working in a closet. He was sitting on the floor in the closet doorway, working on a junction in the back of the closet. He shifted his weight and the handle of the Yankee drill in his tool belt tapped the mirrored closet door. The entire thing shattered.
C.H. Hanson makes a magnetic stud finder about the size of a lighter that is probably my favorite. No batteries and can go anywhere. Definitely worth the ten bucks.
Missing a 5 in one. I have everything else including the Halder , the Veritas scribe, and the Lie Neilson apron plane. (You should get the holster for that). Funny….I never use the Halder but have the Stiletto 10oz finisher as my right hand. The Japanese nail set is nice to have for finishing. Now the kicker. I just retired 6 months ago!
I have the same Bosch laser measure except for in green. It has never done me wrong and it is ridiculously accurate. I would say accurate to the 32nd of an inch even though they only claim accuracy to a 16th. Just don't make the mistake of changing the reference point your measurements being taken from. You'll find out real quickly, you'll have to cut five times and it still won't be long enough.
I grew up on the framing side where we carry the minimum we need in our belt and have a separate tool bag close by for other stuff we might need. I don’t know if I could walk around with all that lol
I find if I'm by myself and I'm cutting a longer peice than I can accurately measure with a tape, say crown moulding, I do trust my Bosch Lazer tape. It hasn't let me down yet. Just get 3-4 reading to make sure it's consistent
Tape right, hammer left for a righty. I don't even know what to say. Everybody's different! I used those exact bags for a long time but recently switched to the Badger trim setup. I never wore the DB bags as high as I guess you're supposed to and found the belt uncomfortable.
I’m a holstery toolbelt man myself but I can respect the diamondback. Look at you tho man, you’re pretty much converted to a fine woodworker/furniture maker’s tools in a trim carpenter’s tool belt 😂 haha. It’s okay, welcome to the dark side. We have Festool over here 😈🤘🏻 lmao
Wow, the price you mentioned on the Halder is absolutely crazy. I remember the one with wooden handle and 40mm head holder, plus several different heads and I paid about 40 bucks. Granted I live right next to germany, but still no way the hike up the price this high overseas.
The kid who works for me has that screw driver. It’s a pain in the ass getting those bits out of it. Does it ever wear down so that they slide in and out easier?
4:45 Dude you have away with words. :D You should have been a poet not a carpenter. No seriously I highly doubt you script your videos. And you do them all in one take with no "um" or "eeee". Just fast, smooth monologue. Impressive.
Fatmax tapes suck. I’ve gone through 5 of them . The belt clips never stay tight and the design tears out pants. I’ve also had bad rivets and bad return springs. I bought a komelon and haven’t had to buy another tape in years.
Best place for my hammer is right on my butt crack, least interference out of all positions, locating it in the front means I'll be hitting it with my legs. Are you using armor in the chisel storage pockets? My tape (Fat Max) goes loosely in a single pouch located to the right of my hammer in the back. It's opening up so that I can practically toss my tape in the bag. Good choice on the music, Richard! It's a pleasant break from the usual metal guitar.
I've seen your shop bro .. get setup #1 - pica pencil #2- stilleto flat bar #3 - tell me where you got that japanese saw soo nice I usually have my dozuki full version flying around out if my bags !!!!
I second the Pica. I've got a good mechanical pencil for accuracy, but that was mostly because I wound up with some cheap lead and got tired of sharpening it so much. The Pica is a great pencil.
Check out diamondback here: www.toolbelts.com
As I've gotten older, I've stepped away from a belt.
I've tried just about every type of tool belt including ones with padded suspenders. Even with them, the belt dug into my hips too much.
I generally set up a workbench and keep my most used tools there within reach. Tape on my jean pocket, pencil in my ponytail.
Ever tried a vest?
Or a waist apron. I definitely don't wear one all of the time, but if I'm dealing with different nail sizes, or on a lift or ladder with a harness, a belt or apron keeps me from constantly scooping things up off of the floor. I definitely agree though, I'd rather not wander all over a job all day with half of the gamebox around my waist.
It's the old, broken in leather belts that I can wear. The leather grips, so it doesn't slide and you don't have to cinch it as tight. Also, the leather will wear to your hips and you habits. Once it gets to that point, you realize why people have 20 year old belts. I try to be minimalistic as well. On a ladder hanging mouldings, having small prys, nail punches, and just about anything your ever need in hands reach is too beneficial. Both to time and my health
Thanks for your service Richard. No idea you were in the military
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I disagree with the Stilleto comment. They are fantastic hammers. It's not just that they weigh less, they're easier on your bones. The titanium absorbs a noticeable amount of shock from the force of the hammer strikes. I wasn't sold until my dad bought me one as a gift about ten years ago. That hammer has survived years of some pretty rough treatment. I finally replaced it with a Boss so that I could retire the Stilleto, and I wanted an American-made hammer. All of that being said, a good mallet is definitely critical equipment. I'm still president of your fan-club, keep up the great content.
My man...your vids keep getting better and better
from the drone shots, to the music, to the video quality - and especially to the professional content
Thanks for sharing
The cobra buckle is probably my favorite feature on the diamondback.
The cobra buckle looks so cool. I bought my blue Diamondback bags from someone off Craigslist in San Antonio about 8 years ago for $100. Bags looked new but the belt looked a little older. I’ve been wanting to upgrade the belt to the cobra system. Great bags.
Thank you for showing your hand tool s appreciate
Interesting to see a trim guy vs framers bag. Im a general remodeler so my bag changes constantly. Btw, Stilleto FTW😂
Recently, I keep finding the need for a larger scribe tool. That log scribe looks like just what I need 👍
Fastcap and Halder, great tools, great info as always. Thank you.
I've been looking at the diamondback toolbelts lately. There doesnt seem to be a lot of companies that make pouches on the smaller side. It feels like my jobs are getting bigger and bigger so I guess progressing better at anything is being more efficient. I honestly hate big clunky toolbelts that weigh me down and get stuck/ bump into everything like my current one. I go the roof of jobs a llot too so one less trip up and down the ladder is obviously a better thing. Im actually looking into getting some titanium stuff to lighten up my belt as well but as you mentioned the prices are really hard to justify on the nice ones like Martinez. Ill probably get the belt after my next side job is finished.
Man you are star!
High level trim carpentry!
I'm still rocking my Occidentals! Love the location of that home. Out in the boonies!
I use a 4 lb Simplex for my stone and brick work. The best mallets I have used.
My Son In Law bought me one of those tape measures a couple of years ago. Cannot believe how much I like a tape measure.
Thanks Richard,
I carry a mobile tool box.
Ya ,mibile tool box
Its a bucket boss frames rig.
Mainly used for when i build decks fill large pouches with screws.
I am looking for a interior beltto carry tools for inside projects.
Hun Marine repairman.
I was Army heavy recovery vehicle operator mechanic from ranks to trucks and whatever else broke down on tge battle field either repaired in the feild or returned to the motor pool
Look into the Stabila laser tape, it is rugged, built using leica technology, it can be sent to your cell also can measure room volume fast way of estimating shiplap, measures inside and outside i paid 120 on sale.
Bosch is good , i iwn both leica and stabila like stabila better fits into my hand better rubber coated edge.
I use it for measuring crown no more tape sag ir breaks as near tye other wall.
Richard ..love the music!. Have followed you forever..so talented. Love your podcast with Brent. Best to you!
Veritas has some great tools . I have that same log scribe .
Nice setup I my self use diamondback 2 Lokis left@ right with 6" belt.
When doing finish carpentry, I remove any type of tool belt that has crap hanging from the sides. There isn't always the elbow swinging room that framing allows. Once you've brushed up against anything that you don't want to scratch or even break, you'll find yourself looking for better options. That one little scratch can cause a bad day and a customer. Framers are pretty clueless about certain areas of finesse.
Years ago, one of my techs was working in a closet. He was sitting on the floor in the closet doorway, working on a junction in the back of the closet. He shifted his weight and the handle of the Yankee drill in his tool belt tapped the mirrored closet door. The entire thing shattered.
Carry similar set up in my atlas saratoga. Always keep a stud buddy and awl punch in my bag 👌💯
C.H. Hanson makes a magnetic stud finder about the size of a lighter that is probably my favorite. No batteries and can go anywhere. Definitely worth the ten bucks.
this episode has gone all gear nerd mode. love it
Never get sick of that squish.
Intro music is Liszt - Hungarian rhapsody
Missing a 5 in one. I have everything else including the Halder , the Veritas scribe, and the Lie Neilson apron plane. (You should get the holster for that). Funny….I never use the Halder but have the Stiletto 10oz finisher as my right hand. The Japanese nail set is nice to have for finishing.
Now the kicker.
I just retired 6 months ago!
Great video Richard !!!
good stuff brotha been watching your stuff for awhile. im a trim carpenter out of Temecula ca.
I have the same Bosch laser measure except for in green. It has never done me wrong and it is ridiculously accurate. I would say accurate to the 32nd of an inch even though they only claim accuracy to a 16th. Just don't make the mistake of changing the reference point your measurements being taken from. You'll find out real quickly, you'll have to cut five times and it still won't be long enough.
Carpenter apprentice here. I feel personally attacked by that last part 😅
I grew up on the framing side where we carry the minimum we need in our belt and have a separate tool bag close by for other stuff we might need. I don’t know if I could walk around with all that lol
I find if I'm by myself and I'm cutting a longer peice than I can accurately measure with a tape, say crown moulding, I do trust my Bosch Lazer tape. It hasn't let me down yet. Just get 3-4 reading to make sure it's consistent
Fixing Humvees from 1985 will definitely keep you busy.
Tape right, hammer left for a righty. I don't even know what to say. Everybody's different!
I used those exact bags for a long time but recently switched to the Badger trim setup. I never wore the DB bags as high as I guess you're supposed to and found the belt uncomfortable.
Can you share some information on that table saw/ out feed setup for me
Dang...that scribe is built like a tank!
The tools you purchase make you money. Never feel bad buying things that make you money! Lol
Love it,from sweden.
I’m a holstery toolbelt man myself but I can respect the diamondback. Look at you tho man, you’re pretty much converted to a fine woodworker/furniture maker’s tools in a trim carpenter’s tool belt 😂 haha. It’s okay, welcome to the dark side. We have Festool over here 😈🤘🏻 lmao
Richard obviously does not lose many tools. Those Fastback's are like 5-6 years old now!
Wow, the price you mentioned on the Halder is absolutely crazy. I remember the one with wooden handle and 40mm head holder, plus several different heads and I paid about 40 bucks. Granted I live right next to germany, but still no way the hike up the price this high overseas.
The kid who works for me has that screw driver. It’s a pain in the ass getting those bits out of it. Does it ever wear down so that they slide in and out easier?
@@kejadventures241 I’m talking about the holes for the spare bits. Pushing them out literally hurts my fingers.
Why did you get rid of the fat max bro? I use it. Is there something I'm missing? Lol
That was a cool intro
4:45 Dude you have away with words. :D You should have been a poet not a carpenter. No seriously I highly doubt you script your videos. And you do them all in one take with no "um" or "eeee". Just fast, smooth monologue. Impressive.
Bro we need to do you some custom upholstery! Dtla.
Hi Richard! Love your videos!! What bags do you have on your belt?
Where would find halder copper/soft blue rubber combo? I have smaller nylon/soft blue rubber in my shop, but never seen the copper/soft rubber combo👍🏼
Hey bro what brand are those sunglasses? They look pretty nice for work
Milwaukee safety glasses.
Is that the 2.5 inch belt or the 4 inch one?
MOTOR TUHHHHH 🥴
Him: Not a big name brand kinda guy.
Proceeds to drop 23 different brand names.
Thought this was about some thing else,357 or 38?
Fatmax tapes suck. I’ve gone through 5 of them . The belt clips never stay tight and the design tears out pants. I’ve also had bad rivets and bad return springs. I bought a komelon and haven’t had to buy another tape in years.
USMC? A fellow 3521? What years?
Richard you need to get yourself some snickers work trousers does away with those heavy tool belts,love the channel.
Convincer/persuader..
Best place for my hammer is right on my butt crack, least interference out of all positions, locating it in the front means I'll be hitting it with my legs.
Are you using armor in the chisel storage pockets?
My tape (Fat Max) goes loosely in a single pouch located to the right of my hammer in the back. It's opening up so that I can practically toss my tape in the bag.
Good choice on the music, Richard! It's a pleasant break from the usual metal guitar.
I've seen your shop bro .. get setup
#1 - pica pencil
#2- stilleto flat bar
#3 - tell me where you got that japanese saw soo nice I usually have my dozuki full version flying around out if my bags !!!!
I second the Pica. I've got a good mechanical pencil for accuracy, but that was mostly because I wound up with some cheap lead and got tired of sharpening it so much. The Pica is a great pencil.
I wear a chastity belt 🤔
Everything’s a hammer 😂
How much for that hammer? Stiletto/ Vaughn 20oz smooth face, straight claw. Since 1974. Most all that other stuff you don’t need, learn to improvise
How do I hire you?
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Don't inpale yourself on that scribe!
Your wife is going to tell you what my wife tells me. When your done buying tools you won’t have enough money for materials
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So confused. Is that matzo vegan? Don't you walk funny with just one stiletto?