Don't apologise for not having what other electricians think you should have, you figured out what you need and that is all you need.

I greatly appreciate you sharing your experience with these tools! Viewers can SEE from the wear on these tools and the bag that you actually USE them. Since this video is not sponsored or biased toward any single brand, that lends credence to your opinions. It's also clear that your narration is un-scripted. When we hear normal guys speaking normally, it makes their words much easier to trust. The background environment is a normal messy shop, not an idealized "neat" environment of commercial videos. There is no music to help maintain interest or sway emotional response. There is no editing. Close-up views are simply made by showing the tool closer to the stationary camera. This is a stark contrast to the energetic "salesmen" and phony trades-people we see in branded or sponsored videos. Your choices are also practical, unlike the "pretty boys" with nice clothes and clean tools in clean shops with good lighting. You make clear choices for expensive tools when they are crucial, yet include some of the cheap tools that are generally OK for most work. This is one of the BEST videos of its type I have seen so far. So, THANK YOU!

@keegannoel43

2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't have said it better myself

Why do I come home from work and watch tool videos 😂😂 good videos though haha

@lorenzomendez9760

3 жыл бұрын

On god bro lol

@zlobert9877

3 жыл бұрын

Samee hahahah

@natarito2056

2 жыл бұрын

Cuz you're probably a tool-a-holic like the rest of us here 😂

@mastersergant1287

2 жыл бұрын

family gonna be like 'so, we think you are buying to many tools' as you try and mix up another reason for a new tool

@pabloavila6995

2 жыл бұрын

Broooo same, I’m trying to learn 😔

I’m an electrician *clears throat right after saying it* 😂😂

Thanks for posting, my phases as an electrician were I started my apprenticeship as a trade electrician, then a maintenance electrician in a electronics /industry, then a electrician in a Electrical Utility . All were great interestingly fun jobs

really tried to hammer this out in a timely fashion. yet, alas, I drug it out to 20 minutes. let me know what you think.

@bluemantom77

7 жыл бұрын

Mike's Tool Reviews I have a lot of tools you have and I'm not an electrician am just handyman i does repairs i do have wire cutters Stanley Snap-on tools that my father handed down to me but when it comes to box-cutters you had the Milwaukee i saw I've tried that model it sucks i personally have Stanley box Cutters two of them one is like a bright green its old now had em both since the late nineties I have also a Craftsman two of them they where my dad's i have a regular flip out knife like you have I have a cutco brand there extremely sharp made right hear in usa in New York hey you got a really nice tool bag i have a AMP brand tool bag with a shoulder strap had the thing like almost 20 years it works for me might just get the same brand you have next mine is starting to see better days i have a dewalt drill driver

@nathanlloyd1146

6 жыл бұрын

Mike's Tool Shed Roto Zips are vital for me. Hate seeing people strip MC with diagonals.

@stevetoward142

6 жыл бұрын

Nathan Lloyd it is a learned skill. once you master it, you can do it faster and better than roto-splitter.

@markzamiechowski5352

4 жыл бұрын

Sould really have put tape or blured out the bag of the fluke tester Mike re***** (I would not expose you)

@mihailblues200

4 жыл бұрын

A bit late to the party but where’s your hammer lol. I use concrete fasteners a lot. I hammer a mechanical screwdriver to drive then home without messing up the screw head. Btw your videos are a gold mine of inspiration.

I'm new to the trade and really loving your videos, really helpful stuff. Digging that bag too. Might get one.

on the milwaukee knife i filed the button down.so its flush. works a charm

Mike"s tool shed i"ve been watching your videos since a long time and never comment but thanks a lot for the tour and you have helped me a lot in choosing and bying tools am actually waiting for some capri tools hopefully i can tell you about them as soon as possible and for the knipex brand they do make aewsome tools.I follow you from montreal quebec canada cheers man!!!

i just found your channel after watching your air tool video and i really like your videos!

If you do heavy industrial work - your tool requirement changes. It also change from union to non-union. There is a big difference from residential to commercial to industrial.

@richardklein4823

3 жыл бұрын

Right im making the leap from commercial to utility division

good stuff. Never thought of storing holesaws that way - I have a 6 piece set in a plastic case, of course I only use two sizes to install door locks.

Nice vid, always get new ideas for tools.

First time I've seen one of those Swanson Savage levels on a KZread tools vid. Bought one just over a week ago. The quality is solid, really pleased.

Great information, thanks for sharing this.

Electrician since early 1970s. Nice video. 👍

Really interesting to see what a commercial electricians toolbag looks like across the pond. I used to be one here in Scotland and most of the tools are similar. Only tools you didn't have that I used the hell out of were a step drill, knipex VDE pliers, fluke non contact tester and hollow pass nut drivers.

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

+Daniel Dow cheers from the states, I had some step drills I don't think I showed. And some of those knipex pliers are on my list of tools to buy. Thanks for the comment

@TheChipmunk2008

7 жыл бұрын

Daniel Dow I do domestic installation but most of the stuff is similar. only thing that got me was the lack of insulated drivers. looking into one of those bags... the insulation tape bungee is an awesome idea

im in school right now to become an electrician and this video is really helpful thanks

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

+chrisrhudy2000 cool man. Any ideas any other videos for somone starting out, anything you'd like.to see

I laughed out loud when you said that about the Milwaukee Knife. I thought I was to critical of my beloved Milwaukee brand. This is a poorly designed item, unusual for such a great company. A $5 Demo Screwdriver is a must have.(Dewalt-WallMrt)

I'm an industrial electrician and I have to say my favorite screwdriver is my klien ratcheting screwdriver. Take a look at it on Amazon, I think it's like 20 bucks.

@QuickQuips

4 жыл бұрын

I got the ratcheting stubby. Such a useful tool. The 11 in 1 is also practical. Just wish it was insulated without needing to wrap it.

Liked your video Im a sparky in Australia I also carry conduit cutters ,hammer, cold chisel ,hacksaw, parrot nosed cutters.wood chisel, lockout kit and test lamps in my bag similar to yours and we carry it around on a collapsible 2 wheel trolly with a plastic milk crate held on by bungy cords

I thought my dryer was going off, walked downstairs and realized I didn’t even have anything in it. I rewind the video and hear it in the video...

@MikesToolShed

4 жыл бұрын

Lol, got eeem

Not one single thing in our tool bags are the same - different screwdrivers, drivers, testers, pliers, cutters, and so on. However, we do at least have one thing in common - Smith & Wesson, in my case the M&P15 Sport. Okay, two things with the Dewalt drill on your bench in the background.

That combination slotted and Robertson Dr Milwaukee Screwdriver is called a ECX

Plumber from New Jersey awesome videos I enjoy them! Do my own electric work at home was wondering what’s your view on south wire tool? I’m Milwaukee all the way but like Lowe’s electrical section over Home Depot

I dig the peg board in your garage. Nice tools as well.

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

+Mark McDaniel thanks. that pegboard is going to be a lot less full when I get this new tool box

The rivet on the channel lock linesmans is smaller so it can provide more leverage for gripping/cutting.

It's fun / exciting. to see your toolbox. I do not want to be able to use 80% of your tool in my home country. I mostly use one 3.5mm straight screwdriver, ph1, a 20 Torx, a large eat seaweed, cable scissors. I am an electrician and refrigeration technician.

I used to do the electrical tape insulation all the time on alot of my tools but apparently if OSHA sees that it's a pretty hefty fine

Just found your channel. Like it. As far a razor knives man the old school full sized razor knives are the best for doing gear and such. I use the flip ones instead of a knife so I don't have to sharpen blades.

Great video and thnx for the advice starting this new trade soon

Gotta ditch those channelocks and craftsman evolve groove pliers and get Knipex cobras or alligators. You will not be disappointed and won't have a problem giving the old ones away. I carry the 10" auto adjust Knipex, and the 7" alligators. I have several others just to have some in my truck and at home. I chose the alligators to carry because sometimes the button gets in the way and the alligators open up further. The auto adjusting ones are amazing and only come in 10" I own 2 of those. Btw- you gotta try Knipex! Lol. Love the videos man

@jdreynolds29

5 жыл бұрын

I love knipex pliers

Interesting to see what you carry as an electrician vs myself. I work on automation equipment so most the time I just need a tweaker and my computer/programming/troubleshooting skills.

@QuickQuips

4 жыл бұрын

Same here. Lenovo P51, some rs485 and ethernet do most of the work. Sometimes I use a Klein stubby and some wiha precision screwdrivers. Rarely I break out insulated strippers or pliers wrench.

Great vídeo thanks,very good bag tools

Hey Mike, I'm bout to enter the trade. Do you work entirely out of your bag or do you also strap a work belt with pouches? Thanks for the videos man, peace

great videos. You should checkout the milwuakee or kleins backpacks with a rolling totes. Its a good combo to have. Or if you have truck forget the rolling totes and rock a material cart with wheels. awesome!

Get the new Milwaukee razor knives. They have a raise area near that button so you don’t accidentally press it. It works so well that sometimes it’s hard to get the blade out. They also now have one that comes with a 1/4” but driver and a Phillips and flat head bit

I like the bucket organizer

You should have some tapping fluids for your TAPS in the car by hole saw cuz it will make it last longer going through stainless steel I used to build control panels

I’m going to do great at this years electrical games

What is your favorite brand for screw drivers

Thanks for the video! 👍🏼

But foreal though those of you that really want to be in the Trade. The number tool to have and cheap under $5 and it would take you to the next level shit is a composition notebook and a pen or pencil. And that is day 1. Take good notes. You might come across someone that is willing to show you everything they know and for you to take that and make it our own. Keep up the good work Mike I like your videos.

Zipper pouches for the small stuffs at the bottom of your bag.. I think that bag takes the newer clip on pouches and holders from husky

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+Prepping2endure yeah I was about to don't hat but I got a new, way better tool bag. I did a couple videos about it. It's a Veto Pro Pac

Is there a manual cutter that can be used for cutting screws?

That Savage level is the exact same as the Klein one I have

I'm mainly a dewalt guy for power tools but Milwaukee can make the hell out of hand tools. Little saws and screwdrivers. Also the m12 line makes me pissed that dewalt has all but stopped their 12v line

The difference between an apprentice and spoiled journeymen is apprentices pay for all their tools including power tools and small non-mentioned expected material such as phasing tape, and journeymen get power tools and such provided to them by their company as if after they get their J card they feel obligated to have their tools and such given to them or they will not deal with a company otherwise. But I guess after 4 or 5 years you've "earned" those perks.

@inactive67

5 жыл бұрын

Nope, west coast non affiliated (non union) you buy your hand, cordless tools plus the stuff you like to keep control of, KO set, tracers and the like. Now most shops will replace cutting tools (give one to get one) and supply power tools but lets face it you will end up with your own stuff eventually, hammer drill, hole hawg, porta band etc....It's easier to roll up on a job and have exactly what you need as opposed to hoping the shet works from the shop or was even requested. .

@anthonysmith4600

5 жыл бұрын

There is a HUGH DIFFERENCE between IBEW and non affiliated....

@didafm

5 жыл бұрын

so true. @@inactive67

Love your channel man..new sub here

Did you not have a torque screwdriver?

Hi Mike , what size/length is that bungee chord that you use? Thanks

@mastersergant1287

2 жыл бұрын

if you get the short 3 inch ones, you should be fine, cheap and sturdy enough for electrical tape, holds my tonneau cover closed

No ridgid 300? Do you have your own tristand?

Those Bail Bonds pens are everywhere, aren't they?

This video should be called, "Watch Mike find his misplaced tools in his tool bag." 😉

Can you do a video on coduit bending?

Listen to this man. Those yellow handle linesman's are the shit! Still have mine after 20 years. The 8 in 1 Klein precision screwdriver is great to have. Cable pulling grip. Cheap and light to have with ya. Slug punch. Speed screw driver for outlet covers. BTW, no needle nose pliers?

As long as you use oil and know how to drill stainless there’s no reason you can’t use a normal hole saw for more than one hole. Saying that, I’ve dulled more bits then I’d like learning how to.

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

+Joshua Cree even with oil and low rpm, I was getting 3 holes from a regular bit. No matter how careful you are. The stainless is harder than the teeth on your bit. The carbide is absolutely necessary if you need to drill more than 10 holes. I needed to drill like 200.

I like the Wera (Red Bull Edition) Screwdrivers on your pegboard.

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

Roof RT I did a video about them, it's a nice set, look really nice too

What husky model toolbag is that

if you ever have a latch break or have a tool without a latch, use two zip ties handcuff style around the ends of the handle. easy enough to undo with one hand and reusable. i have it on my strippers and my crimper, both dont lock and have a spring

@rickcarpenter4518

5 жыл бұрын

Or just wrap electrical tape tightly with the sticky side out a few times then twist 180 and cover the sticky . Cheap.

Awesome video! Not sure if youve heard of the milwaukee “thin wall hole saws” impact ready. I think it was 40 for the set. 1/2, 3/4 1

I just watched your EDC video from February 2017 and you started that video out with saying that you carry the Milwaukee Fastback razor blade and you love it and it is your EDC blade for work and now 13 months later you're you're starting off another video showing us the did the same Milwaukee Fastback razor blade saying that you're not very thrilled with it what's going on

Cool....i will completing mines

4:18 Electrical tape? We in Russia vinyl tube soaked in acetone pulls.

well done sir.

the combo Robertson/flat bit is called a "ECX" , i buy the impact bit , it is very useful for panels

@jmac213stuff

6 жыл бұрын

I think what happens is that several manufactures are calling it something different, I have Klien screw drivers and they calll them Combo divers, while Milwaulkee calls them ECX, Wiha Xeno bit, some even called them decora bits

try a husky 2.4 razor knife they are the best ones i have ever used

Just watched your vid and it was helpful. I'm setting up a diy electrical tool/supplies case and am getting ideas from the pros by watching their vids. Why no insulated drivers or pliers?

Thumbs up on the fluke non contact

@LuisGomez-le4vk

3 жыл бұрын

Dangerous tool

Step up bits?

That one hole saw with the spring on it is kind of scary because what if say for instance that you have to drill on a live panel and it flings the metal slug into a live break screw or get caught between a couple of 240 leads, not saying it would but i can see that happening.. is that a thought you ever had?

@MikesToolShed

6 жыл бұрын

TRX VLOGGER well. I usually don't drill on to hot panels with that one, the times I have, I have cut the bottom of a water bottle out and duct taped it under the area to catch it

Mike, I know this is an older video. But I was hoping to get some guidance from you. I'm wanting to become an electrician, work my way from a helper and so forth. But I'm stuck in a rut. I can't find an entry-level position nor can I afford school. What would you suggest to get a step ahead of others. I also have a record, but I'm hoping that doesn't matter. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you, David

@brandonsmith9742

5 жыл бұрын

In the same spot myself. Indeed.com my man. Lots of apprentice opportunities (at least in my area) and I've already got interviews. Hope that helps

On the whole makers have you found a two and a half inch hole maker with 1/4 inch Drive Impact

+Mike's Tool Shed Have you tried using a snap off blade utility knife?

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

+Sirius Gray no I haven't, wanna know why, I'll tell you why, 99% of the ones I see are the garbage dollar store ones. I have seen a couple relly nice quality ones (at my friends tint shop) and because they aren't readily available, I always over look them. A tiny part of me has always wanted a good quality one and because of this comment I'm going to order one right now, a quality, metal one. Any suggestions in brands?

@siriusgray3579

7 жыл бұрын

Definitely get a metal one. Even basic cheap ones are ok like these one www.uni-max.co.uk/metal-reinforced-metal-snap-off-knife-18-mm/d don't get any with screw locking kinda thing like this www.uni-max.co.uk/metal-reinforced-snap-off-knife-with-knob/d that thing is never secure and falls off and you don't really need that much of adjustment ^__^ 18mm blade ones are nice medium size and strong enough not to break like smaller sized 9mm ones. Irwin blades are really good not to brittle and not soft like many cheap ones that bent even when you try to snap them :P P.S. I'm Electrician myself. From Poland ^__^ we have a joke about what kind of tools an electrician needs. All of them :P

Where do you store your larger power tools?

@ristomladich246

7 жыл бұрын

most of them come with a case that you can carry

I have the exact same bag

No 9/16 nut driver?! I'm shocked?! We use ALOT of 3/8 hardware and that's all 9/16 size heads and bolts! Also, I find mini-pump pliers or channel locks are FUCKING AMAZING - I end up using them everyday! like a 6" or 7" pair...The Milwaukee or Channellock brand ones are great! Good bag you got going there dude! A fellow brother!

Love the tools and toolbag. Would like to see a set of insulated tools, like philips, flathead etc.

Thanks for the video. Very helpful

Dude, what was that snort you did at the very last 3 seconds of the video? How did it taste?

You should put amazon affiliates links to these tools in the description. Helps people easily find them and makes you a little extra cash.

Your samsung washer or dryer is going off in the background.

Why do you have red tape on the strap of your toolbag?

0:49 I'm not an electrician but that does make sense to me because I know math xD

That could be my tool bag! Almost identical except I moved into a Milwaukee back pack. We had to walk a half a mile to a jobsite every day over the summer. And up to the 3rd floor! I also have an 18" aluminum Ridgid pipe wrench and Klein splicing scissors.

you should take all those screw drivers out and just keep the big pry flat head and a 6 in 1 plus bits for all your 6 in 1 might save ya 5lbs

I have the same Samsung dryer and it makes the same damn song

I don't think I know a man that doesn't have at least one of those red bit sets... Even people that have never stepped foot into a Hazard Fraud usually have one around somewhere.

Ok, Hole saw tip of the year. Make a paste with water and baking soda and use your normal hole saws for cutting stainless the grit will help cut and the water will help cool. I have had heated words with foreman who will buy $100 worth of hole saws before buying $3 box of baking soda.

@WARRIORlax1807

6 жыл бұрын

Bryan P cool tip, will definitely be trying!

Least he has some nice Wera Screw drivers. And them Greenlee 600 Carbide Hole saw will cut Stainless Steel cabinets like butter. As I do lots of Motor controls and PLC system builds. You can also use double wall. Adhesive heat shrink to make any tool insulated. It's cheap insurance. I put that shit on the ends on my Channel locks. As the insulation can get damaged in the ends.

Olfa makes good razor knives

Hey Mike!! I really love your channel and was wondering one thing. my fathers an electrician and i want to get in to it. How old do you you have to be to be an electricians apprentice.

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

Just Donovan I'd say 95% of the companies, you need to be 18. Only for the fact it's illegal for a minor to operate power tools. It's a good trade. Just don't get stuck wiring houses forever, you can go way farther than that and make a lot more money. Doing homes is a perfect place to start. Learn the basics and speed before getting into motors, controls and 3 phase systems

@donovangannon3811

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I've been working electrical with my dad since i was little, and always found it interesting. Thanks for the feedback!!

Take the tape off and replace it with heat shrink on the you square screw driver.

Suprised there's no needle nose pliers

@benningtoncamper2852

5 жыл бұрын

Or a hammer

@Eric12886

5 жыл бұрын

@@benningtoncamper2852 We use our linesmans as hammers

@benningtoncamper2852

5 жыл бұрын

@@Eric12886 Always the right tool for the job...

@Eric12886

5 жыл бұрын

@@benningtoncamper2852 We arent driving nails, we don't need hammers

@benningtoncamper2852

5 жыл бұрын

@@Eric12886 Well, you may not, however my experience is you can caveman much with electrician's pliers, but most hammering is best done with....a hammer. Center punching, bending metal, straightening metal, loosening locknuts, chiseling wood, etc.

Good video brother!

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

+Tyler Lewis thanks man. I try. They aren't up to par in my eyes, but they can only get better.

@tylerlewis7114

7 жыл бұрын

just keep putting in the hours and you'll get it down. alot better than those tools in action idiots haha

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

I'm doing it for fun and really enjoying it. and hey. if milwaukee wants to send me some free shit. bonus. (with a dead honest review)

@MikesToolShed

7 жыл бұрын

any hey. those tools in action guys are no construction workers. but their success is tied to the fact they are relatable to the average Harry homeowner. I use tools professionally so I hope that's who my viewers are

@tylerlewis7114

7 жыл бұрын

One thing they know how to do is get free shit! they made a vid about how to get free stuff from companies, you should check it out so you can review more shit without buying it

Shocked you carry a wiggy. They outlawed them at my mill due to safety concerns.

How come American electricians don't use fully insulated screwdriver? I know that the US mainly use 110v supply unlike us in the uk who use 230v but 110v is still deadly.

@danielhady3021

6 жыл бұрын

Michael Boyes Most work is done on de-energized circuits, so it's pointless.

@beeps7

6 жыл бұрын

Have multiple insulated wiha's in my pouch. The pop up slimline by wiha is my favorite. But a bare driver still has its uses, like removing knockouts in enclosures. @Dan : Pretty much all trouble shooting is done on live conductors. Only electricians who work with mostly dead equip is installers.

@desertdispatch

6 жыл бұрын

its deenergized.....famous last words. I mean I know no accidents ever happen.

@terryreyes1125

6 жыл бұрын

We do use fully insulated screwdrivers they're called klein screwdrivers and Milwaukee

@GuyStran

6 жыл бұрын

Most of mine are insulated and I use them on live and de-energized circuits but I still have a set of kleins that aren't for the times I'm working on something that could damage the insulation.

How much price

“Got these husky vice grips....kinda shitty, but, so are 99% of the rest of the tools in my bag. Oh, and my bag itself....”