Cody-this was the video that I discovered your channel with. Been watching for 5 years now. Going back and re-watching it now...my how time has passed.
I think the best part of your channel is that you often show a way of doing things without expensive tools. It is really helpful for us folks who can't afford those kind of things.
Thank you for these videos, doing my shovel I broke this morning as we speak! A whole 7 years after you posted this video. I cannot count how many times I've relied on your videos to tackle something I'm not familiar with. Thank you sir!
This is the video, I can not love it enough. I restored my shovels from this video- and will purchase a makers mark that I have designed. I believe that there is heart and skill in restoring rather than replacing- that and pride in quality is what being a craftsmen is all about. Really felt your emotion in that end conversation. A comment on how you make videos, Mr W. I love how this video went condensed information first then conversation. What would make it better is a voice over explaining what you are doing, why you are doing it, and what folks with less shop tools can do. I.e. explain vertical grain, why the bevel goes on top, thompsons water seal the handel, and where one could get a makers mark.
Your ethis on repair/reuse/recycle is fantastic. Looking after your tools is something you rarely see now unfortunatlely - I have been guilty of doing such things, but in one short video, you have taught me many skills and techniques, which I hope I can use myself one day.
Found a nice little W44 shovel cleaning out the shed at the family cabin after it sold. needed a handle. So glad I watched this video! Thank you so much, 100 stars. Peace be with you!
Hey Cody. I’ve been a subscriber for 7 years. This was the video that led me to your channel. I just re-watched it right now for nostalgia. I hope everything works out up in those fires your fighting in OR.
Hey Cody i know this is odd but you have really got my juices flowin with this channel of yours. I love it.! You and" The Boss of the Swamp" have brought me back to the center. Thank You.Yesterday i purchased a old axe at an estate sale for 10 dollars and spend a whole sunday restoring it. Probably not worth anything ,but to me it was.I appreciate all the effort you put into your videos and am grateful for the information you provide. Keep them things coming! I dropped cable TV cause you guys make better stuff.P.S.Boiled Linseed oil is the bomb for handles!!! No more varnish on my tools. God Bless.
This is perfect. My grandfathers shovel just broke on me and I couldn’t bear thinking of replacing it. I wanted to learn how to restore it and this video will bring honor back to my grandfathers shovel. I’m keeping the old handle too, his sweat is in that handle.
Thank-you for the audiobook recommendation. I found it, here on RUclips. It may not last as long as your repair, but I just replaced the handle of a favorite, Amish made, forged hand cultivator tool. I packed the slightly cracked socket with wood putty and tapped it back in. I don't have the tools you do and needed to get it back in service. Once it sets up, I'll sand & oil it. I hope since it doesn't take the full weight that a shovel does, or the prying, that it will get me by, until I can find the right matching handle for it. I learned to love old tools, from my mom. Your craftsmanship is laudable. They look beautiful & most people I know, don't even know that a shovel is supposed to have an edge.
I will go one further with restoring older tools. Having inherited tools from two sets of parents, I have plenty of them, most I don't use. My son recently became a homeowner with few resources. I have been picking out many tools, restoring them to their former glory by cleaning, painting and lube, and giving to my son to use. Thanks for all that you do to help us restore stuff that most people throw away.
You have again inspired me. After picking up a few old ax heads on Craigslist and putting new handles on them, I picked up two old US made shovel heads for free and will be embarking on that project next. Thanks for the info.
Only thing nicer than a newly finished Beloved tool is coming across a how to do video in time to get it done right!! Thanks and remember the basics!! 🙏
I've restored three shovels so far using this video as my coach. The bolt and nylock nut works great if you cant make rivets. I'll get a torch someday... Thanks, Cody (as usual).
Nice job on the video Cody. You are very through and there were many many tips in the vid. There are a lot of men that have not been exposed to what you have on your channel. I know you are making a difference in peoples life's. I think I will make my own makers mark, it adds something special to the work/project. Take care Dave
Now that was a great video! Not only the care you are taking to do it right, but the small learned stuff that you interject in teaching (sandpaper/paint tips etc..) are very much appreciated. Never looked for downloadable books from the library, so thanks for that tip as well.
Cody, thank you so much for taking the time to do a process video about this...I am confident that the shovels I will be re-handling for my husband will come out great! I just have to do it when he's not around so the surprise won't be spoiled! Thanks again! I look forward to seeing the next ones! God Bless!
Just came across this video today. You just had your 1 million subscriber party. Congrats on the success! I've been watching for years now, probably since 2013/2014. Enjoy your content and it has helped me a lot
This is fantastic information. For the last year I've wanted to rivet (rather than bolt) a shovel handle but didn't know how to do it. Truly appreciate your craftsmanship and philosophy.
I brought a brand new spade a few years ago, the first time I went to dig a hole in simple dirt, the blade bent. So now I only look for old spades and shovels, that have proven themselves with the test of time! Thanks for sharing another excellent video.
This came up as an auto play after your latest One Wheel video. The video and audio quality you’ve made in 8 years is incredible. This is still a great Wranglerstar tool review though. You had it from day one. 👍🏻
Greetings from the UK and thank you for posting this useful video. Your method of using a belt sander to form the taper on the new handle is both simple and effective. I have an old fork, not sure what its proper job was but it's perfect for picking up privet hedge cuttings, and I was gutted when woodworm got at the handle and it broke. Now it has a new handle, I know I couldn't have bought a new tool half as good so I'm well pleased. I gave the new handle a few coats of clear preservative before applying linseed oil, hopefully that will keep the worm at bay. I also made rivets out of some large round nails I had, as these already had heads formed on them.
Very good job!! Always enjoy your videos. They have helped me out alot over the years. Thanks for bringing the "Old Ways" that our grandfathers taught us back to the modern world we all know now. Cheers
Great presentation on so many levels, including referral to why do it in the first place. Learned much. Adding this to my favorites so I don't lose track of it for future reference. It's time I order a makers mark as well. Shoulda done it a long time ago. Regardless of the quality that I do or don't achieve, I should be accountable for it. (Plus, where applicable recessing a penny for a date stamp.) Thanks for continued inspiration in faith, values, & technique.
It's an older but still very helpful video! I just bought my first house, and I'm starting from scratch with tools. I was cleaning some things out and found the remnants of an old shove, with a rotted off handle. The shank is bent, and there's a decent bit of surface rust. This shovel was literally buried in the fire pit, but once I clean it up and replace the handle it will be perfectly serviceable. Any advice on removing what's left of a soggy old handle?
@@JonnyDIY It won't budge, and that's why I asked. I've mostly put it aside as it's not a really high priority project, but both rivets have been removed, and the handle will not move whatsoever.
Was just thinking again. Could probably drive a small chisel or flat head screwdriver with the grain of wood and split the wood a few times and then remove smaller pieces. One you get a couple chunks out should all come out 👍🏻
Really helpful! A little intimidating--wish I had all the right equipment! But really, you are clearly a true artist craftsman, committed to quality--and sadly that runs counter to our culture these days. Great to have inspirational examples of a better (and more sustainable) way.
Nice work Cody, I like the little tips you give, like turning the paint can upside down, these seem to stick with me and have got me out of a jam now and again.Thanks for sharing
This was the first video of yours that I watched. That was a few weeks ago. I enjoyed this video, especially how you went into great detail of the steps you took. Now I'm hooked. Thanks.
thanks for this interesting and well done presentation--I sure dont have the shop or tools you have but have been re-handling a certain type of shovel used in the commercial harvesting of an expensive sea food product. The American made shovel heads were discontinued in the late 1960s, but are still the industry standard-because of the high quality of the steel used in the post WWII era used in the manufacture. Once in a while you come across them in garage sales and junkstores-they have short handles which need to be replaced so the shovel can go in the deep water where the action is. Its all about the fitting--getting the taper on the wood right so its snug in the socket--I've used cold rivets when I can find them..have used heavy copper wire the kind used on telephone poles for rivets too...strrip the inuslation off and some of its thick enough and stiff enough to use as a rivet and its easy tap and file a nice neat head....
Rob Heine lol, it wasnt like it was a permanent fix--handles were swapped fequently--best thing abot it was that it worked -one thing we dont do is put paint--if you use a shovel as a tool and not a wall mount paint wont stay on the blade or handle
very useful, I have my grandparents old shovel heads. Thank you. Your calipers could be used to radius the tip of the original and then used as a compass to scratch out the the circumference on the new handle.
Love hearing your confident opinions! Excellent instructional. I done broke my old landlords flat shovel that may be as old as me, see if I can wrangle me up a stick o wood to properly fit it. Likely a SS bolt for my procedure.
Cody, around SC, very few stores are selling replacement handles for the smaller tools. I am rebuilding some hatchets and couldn't find any handles in the area. I finally ordered them from Bailey's. The larger items such as sledges, axes, and picks are available, but nothing for the smaller tool such as shovels, rakes, hoes, or hatchets.
Great tutorial! Thanks for the plug for library downloadable audio books! I'm looking for a tip on how to remove a handle on a digging fork that broke off right where the metal shaft ends. I am guessing it needs to be partially drilled out, which means no template to use for the replacement handle.
I jus bought one of those angle grinders. I haven't had a chance to use it yet. What do you mean by a proper air compressor? I like your videos. Very educational.
Was a bit concerned we might not get to the point and get on with things when I saw how long the video was, but great content, to the point and great tips along the way. Especially love the hot rivets, was wondering how that was done.
Luv the video, just one small point if you have gone to all the trouble of rubbing the handle down to rid it of varnish doesn't it defeat the object by spray painting the top?
Thanks good video. I am pepairing old broken tools for a charity project, didn't think of heating the rivet so very helpful video, looks almost better than new, I stand it upright after the oil so some tracks down into the socket, if you canoot source rivets 50r 6inch nails work too but you do need to anneal them.
Very good instructions. I have a boar spear head that I need to attach to a shaft/handle. It is very similar in design to a shovel. I don't have any shop equipment to forge my own rivets. Don't want a bolt/nut sticking out either. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks.
Hi great video! I my rake handle and head just came apart. I can't seem to find a good video on how to fix a rake. Do you by chance have a video or plan to make one? Thanks.
I really want a workshop so I can do things like this. It just looks enjoyable. I am planning for next Spring to get one built with a bit of luck and savings.
For what it's worth, and old friend taught me to save some used motor oil and use that on the handles. Perhaps not as effective as boiled linseed oil, but it definitely brought out the grain of a handle.
There are at least two kinds of shovel handles. You got the "socket" shovel handle. You needed the other kind. You wouldn't have needed all that reshaping.
For when I do wood working and making tables, chairs, shelves, etc, I have discovered all that you need is a 100 and a 220 grit paper. After I put my first layer of varnish down I take my used 220 and go over and over again, I repeat it until it is my satisfaction. Then my final is a light sand with 600 grit, most of the time you don't need it though. Just a thought!
You said you have a sandblaster. What size compressor should one get for sandblasting? I would like one big enough to be able to sandblast guns without stopping to refill air and I'd like to run some air tools off and on (like for machinery/car maintenance and maybe a small sander). What would you suggest for motor size, tank size, and even brand if you have a preference. Any suggestions from fellow RUclips subscribers who happen to read this would be appreciated too. Thanks
never heard of SEM paint before, where do you buy it? im refinishing my grandfathers bench vise for my tool bench and cant find a decent paint. im using an expensive Krylon made for metal but so far the paint doesnt impress me. it says its an enamel but it seems gummy 2-3 days later pretty much eliminating putting a second coat on it
What kind of steel do yoiu use for the rivets. Our town is blessed to have a metal store that does anything from left-overs for us small buyers, to huge jobs for construction companies. My question is, I just can't afford an anvil. Around here the ones at the block and tackle stores are anywhere from $300 to $600, and since my wife never has worked, and we both have a lot of medical expense, can't justify spending that type of money. I've not found a place that sells pieces of railroad rail, but I was thinking of getting an 'L' shaped chunk of remnant 6-10 inches long and bolting it to the edge of a workbench over a 4x4 leg for support. What ideas can you give me that might get me on the way. I think I could make rivets with that, assuming I got quarter inch or better steel and didn't heat treat anything right on it. Also, I am amazed that a torch setup is anywhere from about $200 up around here. Any ideas on getting a decent torch that won't break the bank? What gases are you using? Oxygen and acetylene? I guess I'm a purist, but I read one of the comments where the man refurbished a tool on a Sunday. I heard a leader in my church once say that doing that sort of stuff on Sunday was a surefire way of knowing the tool would break, or if planting on Sunday, the plants would die. Sabbath day observance is big. I'd appreciate your thoughts on that, too. As always, your videos keep me glued to the monitor. Thank you for your excellent offerings. I hope I can be you when I grow up. :-) (I'm probably 20 years older than you, but ask my wife; I've never grown up. I just get more expensive toys)
You can make some quickie wood jaw liners for your vise by getting 6 round ceramic magnets at either Menards or Home Depot or whatever, drill holes into some scrap wood a little bit past the depth of the magnets. Glue the magnets into the holes, voila , wooden jaws that won't mar your work. Or if you're really feeling dangerous you can get some micarta and do the same thing.
Hi Cody, Huge fan of your work. Wonder if you might tell us about your branding tool? I've been searching for a couple weeks now to no avail. In one of your videos you made reference to a bread brand and only doing work you are willing to brand. That has stuck with me ever since.
Loved it:) Was wondering if heating up a steel rivet makes sense, in that it burns the wood, what about a brass or copper rivet that doesn't need to be heated? I don't think I would sink the rivet vertically with the grain either, besides if you make a tight fit one rivet should be plenty-just my observations~Thanx
Loved it, but the handle was broken off too low and I had to drill it out. Do you have some ideas about how to shape the new handle without the template of the old handle?
Cody-this was the video that I discovered your channel with.
Been watching for 5 years now.
Going back and re-watching it now...my how time has passed.
I think the best part of your channel is that you often show a way of doing things without expensive tools. It is really helpful for us folks who can't afford those kind of things.
I'm a Librarian, and your PSA about the audiobooks was wonderful. I was feeling like kin with you before this, but you just settled the deal. Awesome.
Came back to this and it reminded me of better days.
Thank you for these videos, doing my shovel I broke this morning as we speak! A whole 7 years after you posted this video. I cannot count how many times I've relied on your videos to tackle something I'm not familiar with. Thank you sir!
This is the video, I can not love it enough. I restored my shovels from this video- and will purchase a makers mark that I have designed. I believe that there is heart and skill in restoring rather than replacing- that and pride in quality is what being a craftsmen is all about. Really felt your emotion in that end conversation.
A comment on how you make videos, Mr W. I love how this video went condensed information first then conversation. What would make it better is a voice over explaining what you are doing, why you are doing it, and what folks with less shop tools can do. I.e. explain vertical grain, why the bevel goes on top, thompsons water seal the handel, and where one could get a makers mark.
Your ethis on repair/reuse/recycle is fantastic. Looking after your tools is something you rarely see now unfortunatlely - I have been guilty of doing such things, but in one short video, you have taught me many skills and techniques, which I hope I can use myself one day.
Found a nice little W44 shovel cleaning out the shed at the family cabin after it sold. needed a handle. So glad I watched this video! Thank you so much, 100 stars. Peace be with you!
Hey Cody. I’ve been a subscriber for 7 years. This was the video that led me to your channel. I just re-watched it right now for nostalgia. I hope everything works out up in those fires your fighting in OR.
Hey Cody i know this is odd but you have really got my juices flowin with this channel of yours. I love it.! You and" The Boss of the Swamp" have brought me back to the center. Thank You.Yesterday i purchased a old axe at an estate sale for 10 dollars and spend a whole sunday restoring it. Probably not worth anything ,but to me it was.I appreciate all the effort you put into your videos and am grateful for the information you provide. Keep them things coming! I dropped cable TV cause you guys make better stuff.P.S.Boiled Linseed oil is the bomb for handles!!! No more varnish on my tools.
God Bless.
+corey gillum Thank you Corey.
+Wranglerstar what would you suggest to do to a shovel if you have a lot a clay in the soil where you live
more like a knife
With what handle the chovels
This is perfect. My grandfathers shovel just broke on me and I couldn’t bear thinking of replacing it. I wanted to learn how to restore it and this video will bring honor back to my grandfathers shovel. I’m keeping the old handle too, his sweat is in that handle.
Thank-you for the audiobook recommendation. I found it, here on RUclips. It may not last as long as your repair, but I just replaced the handle of a favorite, Amish made, forged hand cultivator tool. I packed the slightly cracked socket with wood putty and tapped it back in. I don't have the tools you do and needed to get it back in service. Once it sets up, I'll sand & oil it. I hope since it doesn't take the full weight that a shovel does, or the prying, that it will get me by, until I can find the right matching handle for it. I learned to love old tools, from my mom. Your craftsmanship is laudable. They look beautiful & most people I know, don't even know that a shovel is supposed to have an edge.
A classic wranglerstar video. These are the reason why I subscribed, love them.
I will go one further with restoring older tools. Having inherited tools from two sets of parents, I have plenty of them, most I don't use. My son recently became a homeowner with few resources. I have been picking out many tools, restoring them to their former glory by cleaning, painting and lube, and giving to my son to use. Thanks for all that you do to help us restore stuff that most people throw away.
You have again inspired me. After picking up a few old ax heads on Craigslist and putting new handles on them, I picked up two old US made shovel heads for free and will be embarking on that project next. Thanks for the info.
Only thing nicer than a newly finished Beloved tool is coming across a how to do video in time to get it done right!! Thanks and remember the basics!! 🙏
I've restored three shovels so far using this video as my coach. The bolt and nylock nut works great if you cant make rivets. I'll get a torch someday... Thanks, Cody (as usual).
Kid broke the shovel today. Somehow I knew you'd come through for me. Thanks again!
You have a very well equipped workshop there. How about a video for mortals with hand tools?
Nice job on the video Cody. You are very through and there were many many tips in the vid. There are a lot of men that have not been exposed to what you have on your channel. I know you are making a difference in peoples life's.
I think I will make my own makers mark, it adds something special to the work/project.
Take care Dave
Nothing feels nicer than holding a freshly resorted quality tool in your hands
Now that was a great video! Not only the care you are taking to do it right, but the small learned stuff that you interject in teaching (sandpaper/paint tips etc..) are very much appreciated. Never looked for downloadable books from the library, so thanks for that tip as well.
Miss the good ole days @Wranglerstar
Cody, thank you so much for taking the time to do a process video about this...I am confident that the shovels I will be re-handling for my husband will come out great! I just have to do it when he's not around so the surprise won't be spoiled! Thanks again! I look forward to seeing the next ones! God Bless!
never knew there was so much in installing a shovel handle. Thanks for you time in teaching up the finer things in keeping our tools in working order.
Just came across this video today. You just had your 1 million subscriber party. Congrats on the success! I've been watching for years now, probably since 2013/2014. Enjoy your content and it has helped me a lot
This is an excellent video. My old shovel's handle needs replacing and I'm going to take a shot at it, thanks to you.
I ,love the quality , the attention you give to what you do. Proud & honour. Thank you.
This is fantastic information. For the last year I've wanted to rivet (rather than bolt) a shovel handle but didn't know how to do it. Truly appreciate your craftsmanship and philosophy.
+Greg T. Duym glad this helps.
I brought a brand new spade a few years ago, the first time I went to dig a hole in simple dirt, the blade bent. So now I only look for old spades and shovels, that have proven themselves with the test of time! Thanks for sharing another excellent video.
Fascinating process. Been meaning to rehandle one as soon as I got a round tuit. I already have a square and a triangle tuit. Just need the round one.
This came up as an auto play after your latest One Wheel video. The video and audio quality you’ve made in 8 years is incredible. This is still a great Wranglerstar tool review though. You had it from day one. 👍🏻
This job was crying out for a spokeshave having said that you always have something good to teach. Thank you.
Lots of great stuff, I remember my dad showing me a lot around sandpaper and so forth. You explain things so well, and have great recommendations.
"People who buy things are suckers."
- Ron Swanson
Greetings from the UK and thank you for posting this useful video. Your method of using a belt sander to form the taper on the new handle is both simple and effective. I have an old fork, not sure what its proper job was but it's perfect for picking up privet hedge cuttings, and I was gutted when woodworm got at the handle and it broke. Now it has a new handle, I know I couldn't have bought a new tool half as good so I'm well pleased.
I gave the new handle a few coats of clear preservative before applying linseed oil, hopefully that will keep the worm at bay. I also made rivets out of some large round nails I had, as these already had heads formed on them.
Great video, sharp insights. Love the philosophie of restoring old hand tools to avoid constantly bying! Respect!
Block sand when possible for straight sanding. Love the care to detail you have in all aspects from film to work. " See you on the next video"
Very good job!! Always enjoy your videos. They have helped me out alot over the years. Thanks for bringing the "Old Ways" that our grandfathers taught us back to the modern world we all know now. Cheers
Thank you so much, Cody. Your channel means the world to me. Greetings from Holland.
Thanks again for another great video. Appreciate your perspective on "restoring" rather than "replacing".
Great presentation on so many levels, including referral to why do it in the first place.
Learned much. Adding this to my favorites so I don't lose track of it for future reference.
It's time I order a makers mark as well. Shoulda done it a long time ago. Regardless of the quality that I do or don't achieve, I should be accountable for it. (Plus, where applicable recessing a penny for a date stamp.)
Thanks for continued inspiration in faith, values, & technique.
It's an older but still very helpful video!
I just bought my first house, and I'm starting from scratch with tools. I was cleaning some things out and found the remnants of an old shove, with a rotted off handle. The shank is bent, and there's a decent bit of surface rust. This shovel was literally buried in the fire pit, but once I clean it up and replace the handle it will be perfectly serviceable.
Any advice on removing what's left of a soggy old handle?
Once you grind off rivets, old remnants will slide right out 👍🏻
@@JonnyDIY It won't budge, and that's why I asked. I've mostly put it aside as it's not a really high priority project, but both rivets have been removed, and the handle will not move whatsoever.
Was just thinking again. Could probably drive a small chisel or flat head screwdriver with the grain of wood and split the wood a few times and then remove smaller pieces. One you get a couple chunks out should all come out 👍🏻
Really helpful! A little intimidating--wish I had all the right equipment! But really, you are clearly a true artist craftsman, committed to quality--and sadly that runs counter to our culture these days. Great to have inspirational examples of a better (and more sustainable) way.
Nice work Cody, I like the little tips you give, like turning the paint can upside down, these seem to stick with me and have got me out of a jam now and again.Thanks for sharing
changed my first shovel handle! thanks so much for the video! love all your stuff!
This was the first video of yours that I watched. That was a few weeks ago. I enjoyed this video, especially how you went into great detail of the steps you took. Now I'm hooked. Thanks.
thanks for this interesting and well done presentation--I sure dont have the shop or tools you have but have been re-handling a certain type of shovel used in the commercial harvesting of an expensive sea food product. The American made shovel heads were discontinued in the late 1960s, but are still the industry standard-because of the high quality of the steel used in the post WWII era used in the manufacture. Once in a while you come across them in garage sales and junkstores-they have short handles which need to be replaced so the shovel can go in the deep water where the action is. Its all about the fitting--getting the taper on the wood right so its snug in the socket--I've used cold rivets when I can find them..have used heavy copper wire the kind used on telephone poles for rivets too...strrip the inuslation off and some of its thick enough and stiff enough to use as a rivet and its easy tap and file a nice neat head....
Rob Heine
lol, it wasnt like it was a permanent fix--handles were swapped fequently--best thing abot it was that it worked
-one thing we dont do is put paint--if you use a shovel as a tool and not a wall mount paint wont stay on the blade or handle
very useful, I have my grandparents old shovel heads. Thank you. Your calipers could be used to radius the tip of the original and then used as a compass to scratch out the the circumference on the new handle.
Great point about the throw away society at the end.
but free for the treasure hunters ! ; - p
The problem is shovel handles cost as much as a whole new shovel
Cody, how much rivet protrudes when you cut it to length? I broke my shovel a couple weeks ago so your video has perfect timing! Thanks!
I have not had any trouble cold forging rivets when I replace handles on shovels...it just takes a little more hammering.
What paint do you use on the handle that adheres to the oiled surface?
Love hearing your confident opinions! Excellent instructional. I done broke my old landlords flat shovel that may be as old as me, see if I can wrangle me up a stick o wood to properly fit it. Likely a SS bolt for my procedure.
Your videos are such a blessing! Thanks for your hard work and effort, I always learn so much. ;)
Cody, around SC, very few stores are selling replacement handles for the smaller tools. I am rebuilding some hatchets and couldn't find any handles in the area. I finally ordered them from Bailey's. The larger items such as sledges, axes, and picks are available, but nothing for the smaller tool such as shovels, rakes, hoes, or hatchets.
Great tutorial! Thanks for the plug for library downloadable audio books! I'm looking for a tip on how to remove a handle on a digging fork that broke off right where the metal shaft ends. I am guessing it needs to be partially drilled out, which means no template to use for the replacement handle.
I've listened to hundreds upon hundreds of audiobooks while working, and I still associate some completed projects with certain books I enjoyed.
Man, that shovel looks so clean now. I can't wait to redo mine. And nice touch with the makers mark.
Beautiful job! And smart tip about the orientation of the grain 👍🏻
I jus bought one of those angle grinders. I haven't had a chance to use it yet. What do you mean by a proper air compressor?
I like your videos. Very educational.
Thanks for showing us how to break a shovel handle.
Great work. Kudos for repairing ya old tools and promoting US gear. Cheers form Bathurst NSW Australia.
I saw this vid uploaded right after after i found a broken shovel! Thanks very much for the tips.
Good information. I used this video to replace the broken handle in my old shovel. Thanks for the help.
very good....just broke my shovel handle....this is a big help...cheers from donegal,,,,,
Love these types of videos,, motivates me to get in the shop with my tools!
Thanks Cody, God bless
Great video, as usual Mr. C. I'd like to hear your thoughts about Boiled Linseed Oil vs unboiled or Raw Linseed Oil. Thanks for your great work!
Real nice. I would love to hang with this guy for a week. I would learn so much.
great work as usual Cody....can't wait to graduate and settle down some where and have a shop of my own.
Was a bit concerned we might not get to the point and get on with things when I saw how long the video was, but great content, to the point and great tips along the way. Especially love the hot rivets, was wondering how that was done.
Luv the video, just one small point if you have gone to all the trouble of rubbing the handle down to rid it of varnish doesn't it defeat the object by spray painting the top?
Thanks good video. I am pepairing old broken tools for a charity project, didn't think of heating the rivet so very helpful video, looks almost better than new, I stand it upright after the oil so some tracks down into the socket, if you canoot source rivets 50r 6inch nails work too but you do need to anneal them.
Thanks for the video. I was wondering why you removed the varnish finish?
The super slick surface of varnish will give you blisters. Always sand off on new wood handled tools. Hammers, post hole diggers etc. 👍🏻
Very good instructions. I have a boar spear head that I need to attach to a shaft/handle. It is very similar in design to a shovel. I don't have any shop equipment to forge my own rivets. Don't want a bolt/nut sticking out either. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks.
Hi great video! I my rake handle and head just came apart. I can't seem to find a good video on how to fix a rake. Do you by chance have a video or plan to make one? Thanks.
The handle can absorb the boiled lindseed oil through the black paint on the shovel handle?
I really want a workshop so I can do things like this. It just looks enjoyable. I am planning for next Spring to get one built with a bit of luck and savings.
For what it's worth, and old friend taught me to save some used motor oil and use that on the handles. Perhaps not as effective as boiled linseed oil, but it definitely brought out the grain of a handle.
Did the SEM Bumper Coater paint adhere to the Boiled Linseed Oil on the handle?
There are at least two kinds of shovel handles. You got the "socket" shovel handle. You needed the other kind. You wouldn't have needed all that reshaping.
For when I do wood working and making tables, chairs, shelves, etc, I have discovered all that you need is a 100 and a 220 grit paper. After I put my first layer of varnish down I take my used 220 and go over and over again, I repeat it until it is my satisfaction. Then my final is a light sand with 600 grit, most of the time you don't need it though. Just a thought!
I have watched both videos on this topic but I do have one question, what roll pin stock are you using for the actual rivets?
You said you have a sandblaster. What size compressor should one get for sandblasting? I would like one big enough to be able to sandblast guns without stopping to refill air and I'd like to run some air tools off and on (like for machinery/car maintenance and maybe a small sander). What would you suggest for motor size, tank size, and even brand if you have a preference. Any suggestions from fellow RUclips subscribers who happen to read this would be appreciated too. Thanks
Cody you have so much interesting knowledge!
Thanks for another great tutorial Cody.
Hey Cody, How is the repair on your anvil holding up? You MIG'd it right?
Our society has been taught to throw away, buy new...great point... We need to learn more hands-on...
Excellent video, great lesson...
This is still one of my favorite videos.
Hey what kind of paint do you ise on the shovel head anf the handle? Is it just run of the mill black paint or something special?
What kind of sandblaster cabinet do you recommend?
never heard of SEM paint before, where do you buy it? im refinishing my grandfathers bench vise for my tool bench and cant find a decent paint. im using an expensive Krylon made for metal but so far the paint doesnt impress me. it says its an enamel but it seems gummy 2-3 days later pretty much eliminating putting a second coat on it
What kind of steel do yoiu use for the rivets. Our town is blessed to have a metal store that does anything from left-overs for us small buyers, to huge jobs for construction companies. My question is, I just can't afford an anvil. Around here the ones at the block and tackle stores are anywhere from $300 to $600, and since my wife never has worked, and we both have a lot of medical expense, can't justify spending that type of money. I've not found a place that sells pieces of railroad rail, but I was thinking of getting an 'L' shaped chunk of remnant 6-10 inches long and bolting it to the edge of a workbench over a 4x4 leg for support. What ideas can you give me that might get me on the way. I think I could make rivets with that, assuming I got quarter inch or better steel and didn't heat treat anything right on it.
Also, I am amazed that a torch setup is anywhere from about $200 up around here. Any ideas on getting a decent torch that won't break the bank? What gases are you using? Oxygen and acetylene?
I guess I'm a purist, but I read one of the comments where the man refurbished a tool on a Sunday. I heard a leader in my church once say that doing that sort of stuff on Sunday was a surefire way of knowing the tool would break, or if planting on Sunday, the plants would die. Sabbath day observance is big. I'd appreciate your thoughts on that, too.
As always, your videos keep me glued to the monitor. Thank you for your excellent offerings. I hope I can be you when I grow up. :-) (I'm probably 20 years older than you, but ask my wife; I've never grown up. I just get more expensive toys)
You can make some quickie wood jaw liners for your vise by getting 6 round ceramic magnets at either Menards or Home Depot or whatever, drill holes into some scrap wood a little bit past the depth of the magnets. Glue the magnets into the holes, voila , wooden jaws that won't mar your work. Or if you're really feeling dangerous you can get some micarta and do the same thing.
Hi Cody,
Huge fan of your work. Wonder if you might tell us about your branding tool? I've been searching for a couple weeks now to no avail. In one of your videos you made reference to a bread brand and only doing work you are willing to brand. That has stuck with me ever since.
Excellent tutorial 10/10 from Perth Western Australia
Excellent job on the shovel handle! Thanks
Loved it:)
Was wondering if heating up a steel rivet makes sense, in that it burns the wood,
what about a brass or copper rivet that doesn't need to be heated? I don't think I would sink the rivet vertically with the grain either, besides if you make a tight fit one rivet should be plenty-just my observations~Thanx
It's holding up just fine. Arc'd it
Loved it, but the handle was broken off too low and I had to drill it out. Do you have some ideas about how to shape the new handle without the template of the old handle?