Hey @vanneistat , great video! Just a heads up - the numbering convention for the sheet metal screws is the same as the machine screw sizes. #0 is .060" diameter, and every +1 in the size adds .013" to the diameter. Ex: #2 is 0.086", #4 is 0.112", #6 is 0.138" ....
Love the concept of "things you could/should/wished you learned younger in life/at school. Love these explainers, it's amazing how many things you can pickup, even in a topic you thought you were pretty well versed in. Thanks from a PATREON sub!
There's really something so special about watching Van's videos. It truly feels like a weird mix between youtube and cinema. I think it's closer to cinema. Of course, I'm ignoring the sponsorship at the beginning because that's not what the video is about. I think it has got something to do with the story telling, it's so hypnotizing. The close-ups, self made props, the way everything is displayed in front of the camera makes the video so captivating! Also, I dont know how the hell he always finds the the right music for his videos but, it always marries to the atmosphere perfectly. Everytime I watch him, I learn/discover something. Maybe he is the Tom Sachs of ours?
I remember reading a comment on another video that he makes a lot of his music. I know he's also made some of his own music for films in the past so he likely does make all his own tracks.
I've said it once, and I'll say it again...The Robertson screw head (square) (Canadian invention by P.L Robertson in 1906) is the best! Will not cam out, never strips and handles immense torque. Henry Ford considered it way back at the start of the 20th century to use in the Ford assembly line, but Philips ended up becoming the staple. Now USA, China and much of the world uses Philips, but Robertson is superior. USA friends....if you are ever in Canada, drop by a Home Depot and buy some and a #2 Robertson screw driver and drill bit to bring back home.!
from wiki... _The Fisher Body company, which made the car bodies for the Ford Motor Company, was one of Robertson's first customers and used over 700 Robertson screws in its Model T car.[12] Henry Ford, after finding that the screw saved him about 2 hours of work for each car, attempted to get an exclusive licence for the use and manufacture of the Robertson screw in the US. He was turned down by Robertson who felt it was not in his best interest and shortly after that, Ford found that Henry F. Phillips had invented another kind of socket screw and had no such reservations. Although the Robertson screw is most popular in Canada, it is used extensively in boat building because it tends not to slip and damage material, it can be used with one hand, and it is much easier to remove/replace after weathering._
Incredible video Van! I'm sure someone told you Phillips created an updated version of their bits called BIT-LOK where the drive bit locks into the head of the Phillips screw fastener. - John
You know most of this I already knew but Van's videos are about the only ones on RUclips I watch purely for the enjoyment of the video itself. There is so much love and art in these videos and it makes me feel so warm and part of something special every time.
Great video Van! I'm a furniture builder. I've always preferred #2 square drive screws for everything. Mainly they're easier to drive because the bit locks into place better. But also because we use Kreg screws for pocket holes, so having those and Philips head screws means you're constantly changing bits. Which is a pain in the arse hahaha.
Checking this out after Chris Brogan shared in his newsletter. Who knew there was so much to know / learn about screws. Fascinating to say the least 👍🏼🤗
As soon as the video started, I found myself remembering a quote Douglas Adams said on the documentary "Triumph of the Nerds": "A nerd is a person that uses a telephone to talk to other people about telephones.". That video is amazing. Thanks.
Loved this video. Is there a reason you use sheet metal phillips screws other than that it’s what tom used? I’ve come to love torx-drive self piloting screws like spax for most quick & dirty work around the shop.
I would have loved this video when I started working with wood and screws. Many hard earned lessons shrunk down for the next generation. Thank you for this informative and entertaining video.
Ill counter your love for self tapping sheet metal screws for my love for M4 and M5 Allen screws (10mm-15mm especially) that i use for 3D printing, on my bicycles, on my car etc. Youobvs do alot of wood work, but for day to day fixing things, nothing beats allen screws.
My grandpa had that catalogue 😍😍😍 it makes me feel at the home a lived when I first came back to Mexico, omgggg… and of course they have it online now, he was an amazing engineer and it was such a consultancy doc everyday
Van I am a massive fan of your work and adore your videos. Your way of working and shop procedures are something my grandad and I strive to achieve and am thoroughly enjoying shop class as soulcraft. I want more of my friends a family to follow your channel and work, do you have a video I should recommend for them to watch first to show what your channel is about. Thank you for all the videos!
Nice video! Why the love for Philips head and not torx? Wasn't Philips head from the time there were no torque limiting screwdrivers/drills? And designed to cam out to prevent stripping? And wood screws for.... Wood? They are way sharper and don't usually need pre drilling like the sheet metal screws? On the other hand, maybe this isn't about logic haha. ...German-mode off....
At 9:52 I notice you reverse the drill when pulling it out of the hole. Why? If you do that with small bits you risk loosening the chuck and leaving the bit inside the wood. Drill in forwards direction and then pull out as it’s spinning in said direction. That is how you drill. With large drill sizes and deeper holes it’s advisable to drill partly and back out to clear the chips from the flutes. The reverse direction is only for unscrewing or using bits designed for reverse direction like a screw extractor or left hand drill bit. Not for drilling into wood. Can’t believe this needed to be said.
I have a Mod that I never used because I could never get it to work on my Hero 8. I tried everything from updating the firmware, searched the issue online, call support and they were useless to helping me solve this issue. Now, I know exactly what to do with it. Thanks Van.
hey van. i think you might enjoy the works of spencer daly and his brand apartment 1007. its very much minimalism meets the harware store and they mostly make conceptual furniture and jewlry. the bare bones and practical material make me think of u and your brothers studio spaces and your approach to making bespoke stuff.
Am I the only one that uses drywall screws for everything? I heard people call it the duck tape of screws. Great video by the way, well thought out and explained.
Bwahaha. Yr poking the bear here Neistat! People are super particular about their screw choices. But hey, I'll poke the bear with you 😅 Square head is best screw head. As unlikely to strip as torx, but you can balance a screw on the bit itself, bringing it to project with the drill, other hand free = therefore square (or Robinson if you're canuckistani) wins. Torx, next best. The only Phillips I allow in my shop are drywall screws; because they are the least likely to cause splitting - thus requiring the least predrilling. I will die on my hills.
Philips head needs to be left in the previous century much like slotted imho. Torx, Robertson, XZN, all have superior torque holding ability with less cam out. Even the JIS is a better version of Philips. (Check out vessel ball grip screwdrivers for your jis needs)
I missed half the video and had to start over I was amazed by the McMaster-Carr catalog. Wow not only screws its truly amazing. Totally new to me thanks Van.
Hello great Video let me tell that philipps screws are not so common in germany we get pozidriv srews with pozidriv srewdriver (1,2,3) to confuse the user when he get to assemble things from oversea. And we get torx screws withs torxscrewdrivers 10,15,20,25,27...... they are my favorite screws to build anything best regards jörg
This is one, of very few instances my preference differs from the spirited man. I use T-25 construction screws for literally every and any project. (With the exception of hex head self tappers, or timber locks) my basic law is discard Phillips, and use star bits. Always.
I Love that there was a band-aid ad, followed by you opening the video taking about a cut on your head. 😂😂 I think the ad is for Van and not the viewer 😂😂
i love this platform i was watching a Mr Beast interview explaining the new amazon show... and then... Van's screws thing .. 😂... Screws. very useful.. last week i opened a wine bottle with one. ✌
Loved this video, taught me some good tips.With your handiwork skills you should try to collab with Brent from Cerro Gordo, that would be a great crossover.
Naturally, any maker will use fasteners for their own applications. Choice reflects their opinion, project specification, or "common sense". Thanks, Van, solid vid. Maybe the other viewpoints here will wow us with their own videos. Send us your links, soon.
It made me wonder what traumatized him so bad that his modus operandi, the penance he pays for existence, demands he continually internalize the pain by suffering thru phillips head. Phillips head is so universally hated that people basically stopped naming their kids Philip.
Almost every time you mention screws, my initial reaction is "But why not use torx?" For me, living in Denmark, torx screws are the go-to. Both in private and at work. In my experience, they are a lot less prone to cam out than Phillips. And I mean a LOT. I'm curious if this is a question of different availability and history/culture, or if you have just as easy access to torx but still forego them in favor of Phillips, for some reason(s)? And perhaps the Canadians are thinking the same, but with Robertson screws instead 😁 Regardless of screw heads and preferences, the important thing is a can-do mindset. Thank you for being a Spirited influence, Van 🤗
He never explicity states this, but I think he must use Phillips for the aesthetics. He surely knows that Phillips are prone to camming out and he uses them anyway. I think he likes the look and uniformity of them.
I was like prove me wrong Van I won't last through a 10 minute video on screws...and here I am commenting after watching the entire video and wanting to look at screws hahahaha
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Hi Spirited man
Your "brother" Casey is Complicit in Genocide
Where are your Spirited principles?
Was it all a lie?
It's too cinematic and very educational too. I loved. Greetings from Uruguay 🇺🇾! Saludos desde Uruguay
First Beau sorting his screws, now Van teaching me about the application. In just a week I just about know everything about screws, thanks!
I am only in the comments looking to see if anyone else made this connection. 🤣
@@JonJosephKuhn Same here, I didn't expect to find a contender for most cinematic video about screws so soon after Beau's
Same here, was looking for this comment! 🔩🪛
My thoughts exactly! Both cinematic gold!
Knowledge comes from your own practice. What you saw in videos is information.
Dont get me wrong, the 4th turning was great but I would rather hear about screws than the deteriorating world.
Screws will be how we rebuild the world!
why not both?
the segue is we're screwed for better or for worse
@@bubblesculptor both screws and screwing!
Hey @vanneistat , great video! Just a heads up - the numbering convention for the sheet metal screws is the same as the machine screw sizes. #0 is .060" diameter, and every +1 in the size adds .013" to the diameter. Ex: #2 is 0.086", #4 is 0.112", #6 is 0.138" ....
Oh cool! I’ll let him know!
NICE EDIT @ 4:52 BTW! This is a great "basic" video for something so ubiquitous as screws. Thanks Van!
Love the concept of "things you could/should/wished you learned younger in life/at school. Love these explainers, it's amazing how many things you can pickup, even in a topic you thought you were pretty well versed in. Thanks from a PATREON sub!
I hope you had as much fun making this as we did watching this.
There's really something so special about watching Van's videos. It truly feels like a weird mix between youtube and cinema. I think it's closer to cinema.
Of course, I'm ignoring the sponsorship at the beginning because that's not what the video is about.
I think it has got something to do with the story telling, it's so hypnotizing. The close-ups, self made props, the way everything is displayed in front of the camera makes the video so captivating!
Also, I dont know how the hell he always finds the the right music for his videos but, it always marries to the atmosphere perfectly.
Everytime I watch him, I learn/discover something.
Maybe he is the Tom Sachs of ours?
Thank you for putting this down, I very much feel the same❤
then you should watch the original tom sachs videos like "love letter to plywood" and "ten bullets" etc
Him and Tom Sachs are equally pretentious so im sure you will love his stuff too
I remember reading a comment on another video that he makes a lot of his music. I know he's also made some of his own music for films in the past so he likely does make all his own tracks.
I am always amazed, when Van can rivet me to, for example, an 11 minute video about screws. 🤘🐵🤘
So glad to see you back! Your channel has really inspired me to create my own content so really appreciate the insight you give.
This was beautiful, thank you for your contribution Van. Much love
I've said it once, and I'll say it again...The Robertson screw head (square) (Canadian invention by P.L Robertson in 1906) is the best! Will not cam out, never strips and handles immense torque. Henry Ford considered it way back at the start of the 20th century to use in the Ford assembly line, but Philips ended up becoming the staple. Now USA, China and much of the world uses Philips, but Robertson is superior. USA friends....if you are ever in Canada, drop by a Home Depot and buy some and a #2 Robertson screw driver and drill bit to bring back home.!
Preach it, brother!
from wiki...
_The Fisher Body company, which made the car bodies for the Ford Motor Company, was one of Robertson's first customers and used over 700 Robertson screws in its Model T car.[12] Henry Ford, after finding that the screw saved him about 2 hours of work for each car, attempted to get an exclusive licence for the use and manufacture of the Robertson screw in the US. He was turned down by Robertson who felt it was not in his best interest and shortly after that, Ford found that Henry F. Phillips had invented another kind of socket screw and had no such reservations. Although the Robertson screw is most popular in Canada, it is used extensively in boat building because it tends not to slip and damage material, it can be used with one hand, and it is much easier to remove/replace after weathering._
Ahaha I was just researching Robertson last night wondering who I had to thank. Best screw head around
Let us not forget JIS - Japanese Industrial Standard - that look like Philips but are a different entrance angle and require their own screwdrivers.
I was going to talk about square head screws (Robertson), but you do it better than me!
Definitely better than star screws (Phillips)...
Wow - thank you indeed Alexander Palacios!
I needed this video when I was 25 years old
Props to the gentleman who sent you the screw idea, this was a great video and informative! Love you’re style of videos/story telling
I have actually been waiting for the day when Van makes a video about screws and I am 100% here for it.👏💥🐐💥👏
Incredible video Van! I'm sure someone told you Phillips created an updated version of their bits called BIT-LOK where the drive bit locks into the head of the Phillips screw fastener. - John
Great video. I love when I learn more about tools
Thanks to you both for the info and ideas
You know most of this I already knew but Van's videos are about the only ones on RUclips I watch purely for the enjoyment of the video itself. There is so much love and art in these videos and it makes me feel so warm and part of something special every time.
Love it - was fascinated by this….. thank ypu
Thank you Van! Great episode
Torx, man. Gotta get on that Torx train.
Great video Van! I'm a furniture builder. I've always preferred #2 square drive screws for everything. Mainly they're easier to drive because the bit locks into place better. But also because we use Kreg screws for pocket holes, so having those and Philips head screws means you're constantly changing bits. Which is a pain in the arse hahaha.
Checking this out after Chris Brogan shared in his newsletter. Who knew there was so much to know / learn about screws. Fascinating to say the least 👍🏼🤗
I just became 150% better house handyman because of that video. Thank you, Van!
As soon as the video started, I found myself remembering a quote Douglas Adams said on the documentary "Triumph of the Nerds": "A nerd is a person that uses a telephone to talk to other people about telephones.". That video is amazing. Thanks.
Loved this video.
Is there a reason you use sheet metal phillips screws other than that it’s what tom used?
I’ve come to love torx-drive self piloting screws like spax for most quick & dirty work around the shop.
Beautiful and thanks for the lesson!
I’m a first time homeowner who never was very handy. It would be AMAZING if you did a beginners shopping guide. Learned so much in this video.
He already has one - ruclips.net/video/xI3mB0x24x0/видео.htmlsi=6uHy-H9gNmS9DSeL
It's inspiring watching you grow in your execution of these ideas- the filming and editing quality of this one was top notch Van!
I love GRK cabinet and trim screws. One has great hold, the other is more inconspicuous.
GRK are great screws, but i'll take any star bit screw over a phillips any day
Honey drop everything ! Van just uploaded !!
I would have loved this video when I started working with wood and screws. Many hard earned lessons shrunk down for the next generation. Thank you for this informative and entertaining video.
Please make more "mundane" videos like this. I could watch them all day
Same here
Same! This was my favorite of all of his videos
One of the best parts of being an engineer is getting to select hardware from the McMaster Carr website. This video really hit home!
Think we can all agree this is now the best video on RUclips
Ill counter your love for self tapping sheet metal screws for my love for M4 and M5 Allen screws (10mm-15mm especially) that i use for 3D printing, on my bicycles, on my car etc. Youobvs do alot of wood work, but for day to day fixing things, nothing beats allen screws.
One of your best videos yet, Van! I can’t wait till I’m out of college so I can afford to sub to your Patreon!
My grandpa had that catalogue 😍😍😍 it makes me feel at the home a lived when I first came back to Mexico, omgggg… and of course they have it online now, he was an amazing engineer and it was such a consultancy doc everyday
Just made my monday better van!
thank you. this is just what I needed!
Has Sachs-era Van vibes and boy is it nice
I've been needing this video! I desperately need organization and a system for my screws. Now I can do that.
Van I am a massive fan of your work and adore your videos. Your way of working and shop procedures are something my grandad and I strive to achieve and am thoroughly enjoying shop class as soulcraft. I want more of my friends a family to follow your channel and work, do you have a video I should recommend for them to watch first to show what your channel is about. Thank you for all the videos!
I love the film. I love your work, but I have to say Torx screws are the superior screw. I ordered all sizes and bits. Only Torx screws in my house.
Nice video! Why the love for Philips head and not torx? Wasn't Philips head from the time there were no torque limiting screwdrivers/drills? And designed to cam out to prevent stripping? And wood screws for.... Wood? They are way sharper and don't usually need pre drilling like the sheet metal screws? On the other hand, maybe this isn't about logic haha. ...German-mode off....
All that prep work is well burnt into the psyche at the 9:10 mark, and well worth watching the process from the beginning, again
these are the videos that keep me subscribed...the 4th turning and rant videos not so much.
Wow the recycled footage from Love Letter To Plywood warms my heart.
I was curious if that was recycled or if it was lovingly recreated. Its a great companion piece to Plywood.
@@nluedtkeit's the exact footage lol
At 9:52 I notice you reverse the drill when pulling it out of the hole. Why? If you do that with small bits you risk loosening the chuck and leaving the bit inside the wood. Drill in forwards direction and then pull out as it’s spinning in said direction. That is how you drill. With large drill sizes and deeper holes it’s advisable to drill partly and back out to clear the chips from the flutes. The reverse direction is only for unscrewing or using bits designed for reverse direction like a screw extractor or left hand drill bit. Not for drilling into wood.
Can’t believe this needed to be said.
are torx head screws not a big thing in the usa? where i am they have kinda taken over and i wont go back
I did not expect you to harvest the hot shoe with fire, but it worked!
big fan of this video, i use many types of screws in my work everyday.
I have a Mod that I never used because I could never get it to work on my Hero 8. I tried everything from updating the firmware, searched the issue online, call support and they were useless to helping me solve this issue. Now, I know exactly what to do with it. Thanks Van.
you should make a video about dust.
best video about screws ive ever seen
A gorgeous and informative movie.
This may be a reference video whenever I do house projects. Thanks Van!
I don't care about screws though i did just learn something. I watch this channel for the camera angles and story telling.
Another beautiful video, Thank you.
hey van. i think you might enjoy the works of spencer daly and his brand apartment 1007. its very much minimalism meets the harware store and they mostly make conceptual furniture and jewlry. the bare bones and practical material make me think of u and your brothers studio spaces and your approach to making bespoke stuff.
again, I love the metric style, here all numbers have a meaning.
Here in Canada there are far more Robertson screws available than Phillips ones. It’s like 10-1 Robertson vs other types at the Home Depot.
Am I the only one that uses drywall screws for everything? I heard people call it the duck tape of screws. Great video by the way, well thought out and explained.
3:52 is that a record player with a microphone and a built in holder for a bong? I kinda want to know more about that.
Amazing! More of this please❤
Bwahaha. Yr poking the bear here Neistat! People are super particular about their screw choices.
But hey, I'll poke the bear with you 😅
Square head is best screw head. As unlikely to strip as torx, but you can balance a screw on the bit itself, bringing it to project with the drill, other hand free = therefore square (or Robinson if you're canuckistani) wins.
Torx, next best.
The only Phillips I allow in my shop are drywall screws; because they are the least likely to cause splitting - thus requiring the least predrilling.
I will die on my hills.
Philips head needs to be left in the previous century much like slotted imho. Torx, Robertson, XZN, all have superior torque holding ability with less cam out. Even the JIS is a better version of Philips. (Check out vessel ball grip screwdrivers for your jis needs)
Will you release patreon only videos after awhile on youtube?
Yes he does
I missed half the video and had to start over I was amazed by the McMaster-Carr catalog. Wow not only screws its truly amazing. Totally new to me thanks Van.
lol wow it's amazing to me people don't know MMC
Got my first one in 02 in my first job working as a scenic carpenter and propmaker
Awesome video very informative
I think this channel was the hapiest discover of my 2024 so far
Van,
Get a JIS screwdriver for your Japanese cars and motorcycles. It’s incredible.
A video I never knew I needed in my life! ❤
Hello
great Video
let me tell that philipps screws are not so common in germany
we get pozidriv srews with pozidriv srewdriver (1,2,3) to confuse the user when he get to assemble things from oversea.
And we get torx screws withs torxscrewdrivers 10,15,20,25,27......
they are my favorite screws to build anything
best regards
jörg
This is one, of very few instances my preference differs from the spirited man. I use T-25 construction screws for literally every and any project. (With the exception of hex head self tappers, or timber locks) my basic law is discard Phillips, and use star bits. Always.
I Love that there was a band-aid ad, followed by you opening the video taking about a cut on your head. 😂😂 I think the ad is for Van and not the viewer 😂😂
i love this platform
i was watching a Mr Beast interview explaining the new amazon show... and then... Van's screws thing .. 😂... Screws. very useful.. last week i opened a wine bottle with one. ✌
I'd love to hang out with you for a week. So brilliant and creative.
Who here has a big bucket of assorted screws? I like to tip mine out and make separate piles of them every new years eve in front of the TV. Fun as.
Loved this video, taught me some good tips.With your handiwork skills you should try to collab with Brent from Cerro Gordo, that would be a great crossover.
Naturally, any maker will use fasteners for their own applications. Choice reflects their opinion, project specification, or "common sense". Thanks, Van, solid vid. Maybe the other viewpoints here will wow us with their own videos. Send us your links, soon.
hearing you only use phillips screws caused me great internal pain
Same. The only thing worse than Philips head screws is Slot head screws.
T25 boys in the house
Same! Love the start screws...will simply NEVER strip
It made me wonder what traumatized him so bad that his modus operandi, the penance he pays for existence, demands he continually internalize the pain by suffering thru phillips head.
Phillips head is so universally hated that people basically stopped naming their kids Philip.
That and sheetmetal screws for wood.
Almost every time you mention screws, my initial reaction is "But why not use torx?"
For me, living in Denmark, torx screws are the go-to. Both in private and at work. In my experience, they are a lot less prone to cam out than Phillips. And I mean a LOT.
I'm curious if this is a question of different availability and history/culture, or if you have just as easy access to torx but still forego them in favor of Phillips, for some reason(s)?
And perhaps the Canadians are thinking the same, but with Robertson screws instead 😁
Regardless of screw heads and preferences, the important thing is a can-do mindset. Thank you for being a Spirited influence, Van 🤗
He never explicity states this, but I think he must use Phillips for the aesthetics. He surely knows that Phillips are prone to camming out and he uses them anyway. I think he likes the look and uniformity of them.
Ahhhh McMaster Carr, glad life has us crossing paths here Van!
Love this video, same feelgood emotion like the plywood movie, but no love for the robertson screws?
A love letter to screws. Sooooo good. “In the studio, we measure twice, anda cut once” 🙃
My go to is drywall screws. But same/same. I use them for everything but drywall
Learned more about screws here than in my construction internship
here in Europe, I use Fischer , whenever i need to put sg on the wall, it has to be hanging on Fischer stuff
Wanna know what I did? I used Otter+ to transcribe this so I didn't have to write notes.:) So helpful to know this Van! Thanks. (and Isabel :))
Van i love your videos
Next: Can you tell a story about your experience with Tom Sachs. I’n dying to know more about Tom Sachs. Pretty please …
Yes! We want to know all the tips and advice he shared with you about building and crafting!
go watch the videos van and casey made for him first
Hey Van. That resturant in CT you mentioned awhile back when you were a kid. Was it Rosies diner?? Just curious.
4:53 that was smooooooth
If you hit the pointy part of a screw with a hammer before drilling, it will help avoiding splitting the wood
Torx drive deck screws are where it’s at!
I was like prove me wrong Van I won't last through a 10 minute video on screws...and here I am commenting after watching the entire video and wanting to look at screws hahahaha
Fantastic.