WOW! You look like a kid driving! You have grown into yourself in just 6 years! In Maine we have huge places like this up and down the coast! It's hard NOT to stop and look! Antiques here are not as expensive as they are so common! But just as beautiful! Thanks for sharing this channel too! You have so much you have accomplished! Yay! The best thing of all....you are a great Dad!

Been going back and catching your old videos. You've come a long way my friend.

I’m a sucker for used tools at garage sales & estate sales 👍

Great music and editing. Loved that background music.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

Chris Murphy www.joshwoodward.com He's got both vocal and instrumental versions of his songs.

A day in heaven!

Really liked the editing on this one. Just a collage of different shots with nice appropriate music over it. Well done.

Looking forward to the double bit axe restoration, I just dug one up in my garden.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

***** I've dug axe heads up too, twice.

I really enjoy your vids. The markets are great over in the States. Here in Ireland it's very hard to find markets or car boot sales stocked well with old tools at reasonable prices. Thanks for sharing

love love love....

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Now that's my kind of flea-market....liked the junk shop too...nice vid!

I am going to enjoy your channel

Awesome video. A lot of great ideas and inspiration. Thanks for sharing Roy

some nice old furniture...

Wow. I knew that was a double headed axe handle.

Fun is Right. Love going to those and looking but hard for me not to buy. I only buy with cash and for your trip, I wouldn't have had enough! Haha.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

MRrwmac Luckily I already have quite a bit of tools......keeps me from going crazy!

Lots of treasure there, to bring back to life... Nice video...;b

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

Brian B For sure.

1:33 that looked so cool :)

Oh man I would have a hard time leaving all the treasures there!

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

weetreebonsai It was a lot of stuff for sure......but other projects and tools are calling for my money.

Seen a couple draw knives I'd sure like to have.

Your restraint is unbelievable!! For me it would be too much-like a kid in a candy store!! Of course, you probably have most of the tools you need and use already. I am still in the process of building a good workshop, and so have several items I am keeping my eyes open for. If I can find them at a good price and in good condition, I have no problem at all buying them second hand. ( I have siblings who find this really gross-but they have much higher incomes than I do!!)

Out here in Northern California there are not a lot of flea markets and the ones we have are 90% new imported items from Asia. Guess that just makes the hunt harder.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

basuramanya Keep on hunting!

Any chance of finding out where that flea market is? I never find stuff like that at the ones I go to now. Thanks for the video!

I apologize if this question has been asked before, but as a beginner woodworker without anyone around me to help me out with tool acquisition questions, how does one decide whether or not they're receiving a good deal on said tool? To me, most table saws, drill presses, lathes, and etc. look exactly the same yet have considerably different price ranges in the both new and used categories. So how do I determine the quality and condition of a tool, along with its appropriate purchasing price? Thanks in advance. You're a huge inspiration and your seemingly nonchalant attitude towards woodworking being more a passion rather than a task really motivates me (and I hope others) to discover themselves.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

Brysen Williams This is a big topic and more than I can answer in the comments. But with the internet, you can find out anything you want about most any tool. How much did it cost new? How do other people like it? How much do they sell for used? etc.. All this can be found. Your example about tools looking the same.... if you set a good table saw beside a cheap table saw there is an obvious difference. You may have not really seen nice tools, there's a big difference. Not that there is anything wrong with cheap ones. (were talking quality) Here's some price examples... My used drill press cost $75, but it's very nice, old and I really liked it. I just bought a dewalt radial arm saw, it was also $75, again, very nice and I've specifically wanted this model for a while. For where you are now I would not worry so much about buying "tools you'll have forever" just get some cheap stuff to get started, then as you find good deals as things come along you can replace old tools. Right now, you don't really know what your going to get in to or what tools you'll become most comfortable with. I started out with a miter saw and a circular saw, both in rough used condition. then I got a cordless drill (gift) then a table saw and planer (new from lowes) then a jointer ($50 used) and various hand tools. I used these tools for about 2-3 years while in school making simple furniture. Then I replaced all of it over a year and added more tools. Full sized table saw, sliding miter saw, mortising machine, clamps, more hand tools. Fast forwarding to today, I've got tons of tools 3 table saws, 2 jointers, 2 planers, 3 drill presses, wood lathe, metal lathe, and a bunch of other stuff. Basically if you stick with it, your collection and knowledge will grow in accordance to what you will be doing specifically. In general, a tools condition is normally obvious, but if rough, doesn't mean it's not in good WORKING condition. The quality is what you will learn over time and how to know if something is good. As far as price, your asking a cheap skate...... so my advice is don't buy it unless it is super cheap, unless it's something you specifically want or need. If you buy cheap you rarely will regret your decisions. But you also need to know when to not waste your time and buy the tool you know you need and will work best....... it's called experience, that's the answer to most questions, and it takes time. Thank you for your comment and kind words. I hope this helps you in your tool pondering.

@paulmcguire3789

9 жыл бұрын

The Homestead Craftsman buying used tools is a lesson of life. do your research on what you are looking for so you can tell the difference from one make or the other and you should be fine. everyone is enrolled in this university, it is the University of Life, learn from your mistakes that's your tuition and enjoy your time learning. it never stops until you do.

Lot of good stuff................ don't you wish you could just bye like crazy, and not worry about the money

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

ITS A WOOD THING I used to want to just buy stuff just because I like it, but I've seen the results of doing so...... Now I just like going, looking and if I find something I REALLY want or need I'll get it. Regardless, I only buy something if it's cheap, because no matter what I always seem to eventually find a good deal on something I'm looking for. Anytime you want something you can buy it off ebay, so no use in paying too much. I've got most every tool I "need" more actually, and two of many...... a lot of it never gets used and is out of place. If I had a lot more room, one thing that I'd like to do is collect old tools into a little museum looking shop with older tools. It would be cool to have and also interesting for the channel, kind of a Roy Underhill thing.

Ever heard about Brimfield in W. Mass? One of the biggest in The US. It is insane. You could walk for days and not see the whole thing. So much random stuff. People come from around the world to go for the week. Check it out.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

jack nimble I haven't, I'll look it up.

I went to one here in the UK but it was very disappointing. My guess is in the days before ebay they would have been far better.

All our flea markets are 99.67% socks and bongs. No old stuff.

Hello, just found your videos. I really enjoy your videos and your work. You may have answered this in past videos but how did you initially get your work out for people to see. Or what would you recommend? In a store on consignment? I have done art, built playhouses and various creative projects. I'm interested in getting into building furniture out of combination reclaimed and new wood. I'm sure, just like you, nothing makes me happier than using my hands and creativity to make something. To be able to do that for a living would be the greatest thing. However, I have found the hardest thing is getting the word out. Or at least the word out to the right person/ people. All I find, or who find me, are the people that want something for nothing. I believe you touched on that in a previous video. Any advise would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

Chris Reifenstein When I first started selling stuff, I used craigslist. Then stopped for a while to work on houses, then when I got going again I built a website, got my tables in some stores and advertise in local home magazines. This video will answer some questions also. kzread.info/dash/bejne/aIp_vJJxgLe0iMY.html But bottom line is you just got to get going on some stuff. Focus on specific things, not just making anything you are asked. Also, don't sell stuff for cheap and don't negotiate your prices. I have a "line" of furniture of sorts and have set prices, I've only had 2 people ask for cheaper price in the past several years. Try to get your stuff in a store maybe, but make sure it's a store that facilitates the sale of what you are making and that your stuff fits in. My retail locations get a percentage of what I sell for.

@reiffy76

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to respond. You've been very helpful.

How's your remodeling home coming along?

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

B Shaw Going good, have you been following the other channel showing progress?

I was hoping you bought the anvil @ 0:12 to the left of the lady in blue.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

***** It was kind of raggedy, and that particular selling was a little too proud of the stuff he was selling.

@TheMusachioedBrony

9 жыл бұрын

+The Homestead Craftsman. What does that term mean. He was a little too proud of what he was selling?? I have never, ever heard that before. Does that mean it was too expensive, given its condition?

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

It means I thought it cost too much. Some of these guys go for some really high prices on tools that are too worn out or just nothing special. I see old rusty cheap tools for more than retail sometimes....and even more shocking see people buy them.

Makes you wonder why people buy new from the store.

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

Tanasi Time There's deffinetly a time for new, I do it frequently, but this is just a different thing. It's fun and I get some unique items. Thanks for watching

@TheMusachioedBrony

9 жыл бұрын

+The Homestead Craftsman. I think that would be a great topic to explore in a video. As someone who is building a homework shop and making the investment in my own tools, what tools do you think are better to buy new instead of used and why?? I would very much like to hear your opinion on this topic. Your expertise is so incredibly valuable for us neophytes!!!

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

Geny R. I might put something together on that, in general, if a used tool is at all close to retail price, I don't buy it.... the return policy is worth more than the difference...also, some tools I get used are simply not available anymore, or at least the particular model.

Forgot to ask. Did she buy anything (I hope)?

@thehomesteadcraftsman8975

9 жыл бұрын

MRrwmac Nope, just an axe handle for this little family.

Hello Homestead Craftsman. Novice craftsman here (is there such a thing?). I was wondering if you happen to watch Wranglerstar's channel here on KZread as this video and some of your others really remind me of him and his videos. Very peaceful, articulate and informative. Honestly I'm beginning to look up to you both. Check him out if you haven't, I'm sure you'd enjoy his content. Thanks for reading.