Good on you Taryl for featuring his business!! Neon is a dying art and trade but is still very much admired and appreciated despite the majority of the world converting to LED. Cheers!

@jeffclark2725

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Agreed, neon still has a great look that LED can't copy,great video

@agostinodibella9939

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Here is a video I can’t like enough! This man is a great craftsman / artist!

@santaclause2875

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@@jeffclark2725 Correct, Jeff. Greta the hobbit hates neon.

@timramich

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There's a landmark near me called The Pagoda. They used to have it lined with neon strips. The plain orange neon. They converted to red LEDs and it look atrocious. They're not even a nice glowing tube strip that attempts to mimic neon, they're just a strip where you can see the individual LEDs.

@jeffclark2725

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@timramich where is this? Neon lamp maker's are artist's what he was creating with the tubing was great

I hope Doc Neon has an apprentice or is teaching this stuff. Many of the "old arts", like Beekeeping, neon sign making, etc. are dying out to corporate. We need to keep the crafts alive for the next generation! Someone also mentioned the conversion from neon to LED. LED may be cheaper, but it cannot hold a candle to the beauty of Neon.

@RobertDickens2002

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It definitely is beautiful I've always had a fascination with since I was a kid

@forgetfulpriestiv14

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I find more people these days are getting into bee keeping, but neon is very skilled and as you can see, requires a very specific and unique set of equipment.

just goes to show you, there are so many talented guys all over the country who do stuff we take for granted...they make it look easy because they failed many times and learned how to do it right

@woodsinme

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My first in the sign business was 1/1/85. Have been a fabricator, service tech, installer, commercial sign production and installation and have always held neon benders and hand painters in high regard of who I've been blessed to know several.

Dr of glass and the Dr of grass. Two hands on professional's sharing their trades. Thanks again for sharing.

@Z-Ack

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Yea usually their the same people when comes to blowing glass except theyre other doctorate involves a different kind of grass..

He is an artist, he makes it look easy but it took many years to get to his level of expertise very interesting thanks for taking us along!

@FLY2KO

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LOL...... years your kidding right? I was taught to make neon signs and its EASY duhhhhh!

I have a neon sign book from 1933 that shows all the steps in making a neon sign. Doc Neon uses exactly the same equipment and terminology they used 90 years ago. What a great video! Thank you Doc and Taryl, this was a wonderful hands on demonstration!!

@timramich

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What is the book called?

@quantumleap359

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@@timramich It's called NEON SIGNS, it's a reprint from 1933 by Lindsey's Books. I think it's out of print, but you might find a copy on some of the book sites.

I worked for a sign company 20 some years ago, and we worked with neon quite a bit. We had a guy locally that did all of our glass for us. I sat with him 1 day and watched him. He was an amazing fellow, and one of the nicest people i knew back then. It is an amazing process. Of course, LED lights were just coming onto the scene and taking over neon. The guy that did our work sadly died while gardening of heart failure and his shop closed. Neon artists are a shrinking breed, and need to be kept going. To me, LEDs, LCDs, Florescent's, and what have you STILL do not have the soul of neon. Thanks for the memories Taryl👍👍 I also loved the Adam and Jamie in the background!!!

It's an amazing art form that has almost died off but for a few guys like this who are also still doing it and getting others trained as neon is making a come with old and retro signs. Had a friend Frank who did a lot of signage back awhile and he had lots of the old neon stuff taken down and replaced by awful plastic sign boxes...now all they want is the old neon back...aahh fashion!

@hyperwebbing

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Actually, it's taste. LED strips look cheap and "flashy"-pun intended. The lit cans with colors atop a white/opaque medium are boring, industrial and constrain all creativity and punch. Neon and neon done right is timeless and can have you mesmerized at its beauty and complexity. Many signs also do a moving images sequence typically changing 3-4 times before repeating endlessly.

Great to see how neon is made, I just ordered a large neon Sunoco clock yesterday. Now I know why it's so expensive with all the different stages it take to make the neon parts. Once again, Taryl has pulled off another great video educating and entertaining his subscribers.

Fantastic!! I learned how to blow scientific glass when I went to school for chemical engineering. Thank you for bringing this awesome guy to us. Not too many people are doing this anymore. I really want a glass lathe but they are so expensive. I am designing and building one of my own. Even those burners are really expensive.

Doc is a total craftsman with skill most people can't comprehend

What a master of his craft! People use the phrase "he makes it look easy", but I'd say that's an understatement in this case. There is so much intuition going on here, it's crazy. Like watching Eddie Van Halen play guitar.

Doc is an artist !!! I see he likes old telephones and radio equipment. And of course Mr. Tesla !! Awesome to see the process of making neon stuff. Way more complex than I thought. Thanx you guys !!!!

Wow, this brings back memories of me replacing neon in signs all over western NY up in a boom truck. Joe who I think may have been the only craftsman in our area to repair and replace glass for us was the neon guy. Try installing glass letters that are three feet tall up in a boom truck without breaking in the dead of winter. Glad I'm now retired...

Really interesting video. I appreciate that you chose to use a small artist instead of a mass produced large corporation.

Nice featuring Doc Neon on this episode. Looking forward to seeing what this leads to. Been years since I've seen anyone in this art. Thank you!

Steve is awesome. That was really really good.... I knew a guy in college who kind of did that as a hobby... And he liked glass blowing... He was really better at glass blowing, but he was learning neon.... always fascinated me greatly....

That is truly an amazing talent

That was fascinating! There's not enough neon in today's world. back in the day the malls and stores used to be full of it. Sure we have LEDs now but they can't replicate that true neon glow. The pink reminds me of this ice cream shop that was in my local mall when it first opened in 1990. their whole counter and sign was all pink neon. The beer aisle in the local supermarket had neon signs all down the aisle. I miss those days.

Steve is a real down to earth guy with an extraordinary talent. Thanks, Steve, for taking the time to give us a glimpse of your lifetime of achievement. Now there's your burner.

Thanks for sharing doc is a master at glass and he did a great job explaining it I hate how cameras don’t show true colors like that light or paint jobs 😢

@TheGalaxyhopper

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Yes, indeed! He explained nicely!

Though about doing this for a hobby. I'm 70 now and don't think I have enough years to master this like Doc. Never knew it was that complicated. Thanks for the video!

Doc Neon is a true craftsman. The whole process of creating a neon sign is very fascinating. Looking forward to the surprise video.

Doc looks like he is from back to the future and so does his shop

@RobertDickens2002

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I was wondering if I was gonna be the only one to mention that

Such a fantastic art form. I’m very impressed by his skill

Love this channel. It has quickly become one of my absolute favorites!

Does Doc have a KZread channel? Would be great to see him in his art tackle some of the different neons

@joshsimmons2663

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He does but hasnt made a videio for years. Hed kill on this platform with his skills.

@thepubliceye

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@@joshsimmons2663 There is a different Doc Neon channel though.

@DaleEarnhardtsSeatbelt

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Doc neon should have a channel. he would be extremely successful and really breath some life back into neon interest.

@darlenerenner9768

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Mrs. Doc Neon here. No , Doc does NOT have a U Tube Channel. He's a busy guy. He's content to visit the Taryl Fixes All guys.

@thepubliceye

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@@darlenerenner9768 If you are replying to me, there are many Doc Neons, not just this one.

What a fun time spent with a true master who loves his work! I'm 47 now and live next door to my neighbor Paul who's now 82. Him n I both like to work on tractors together n engines of all kinds. Paul's passion is his restored 32 Buick coup he owned when he was 16. Love that guy.. I also once had a good friend Donald Windsor, when I was in my teens who was 55 and had a big garage w concrete heated m all. It was an awesome place to work on our bikes and atvs when we were kids. He passed of cancer some years ago but his legend lives on. Cheers Taryl

Thank you Taryl and Doc...I never knew there was so much involved in making neon signs, learn something new every day👍

Thanks for showing us how that’s done as looked at signs and wondered how those tight bends were done.

I worked as an Electrical & Neon sign installer for about 13 years in the Los Angeles and San Diego area back around 1990 - 2003. This video brought back a lot of memories from those days. Thanks for the video

This is a real find! I had a setup when I was in my teens and 20's where I bent my own glass and used fiberglass cloth for patterns. When I moved I lost my ribbon burner but still have my homemade cross fire setup. Had no idea the government forced the glass tubing to be lead free now. I have a box of the old stuff stored somewhere and I hope to one day get back to making cold cathode lighting!

Doc's voice sounds like Johnny Cash a couple notes higher. I used to have a side hustle replacing neon and really admired the man that made them for me. Roy Lopshire was his name. He got his start in the heyday of Las Vegas neon. He was about ready to retire when I met him and was looking for someone to sell his shop to, and would train as part of the sale price. I was in my mid 20's at the time, I look back now and think why in the hell didnt I take that awesome deal? $5k was the price, pumps, torches, gas tanks, glass, mainfolds, transformers 60 years worth of artifacts could have opened a history of neon museum, and most importantly a phone book full of years and years worth of satisfied customers to do repairs for. I was young and didnt really understand what was being offered there. The price scared me out of taking it on. Such a kind and gentle man. Even after I quit replacing neon, got in trouble for not having a sign permit, if I was in the neighborhood I would stop by his shop and visit if he wasnt too busy.

What a great feature, Taryl! A little something different from repairing small engines; loved it! When I was a kid, neon signs were in most businesses. Today, a bit rare.

this is something special, i hope dr neon knows how impressive he is for his craft. thank you taryl for sharing his expertise!

What he's done with those engine shrouds looks really good 👍

Thanks for showing this, he is a very skilled humble man.

Thank you Taryl,loved it. Nice to meet more of your friends. God bless you all. X

Such a great art and incredibly interesting! Thank you for featuring Doc’s work.

Doc Neon is awesome!! Thanks Taryl for sharing your experience with him.

That was a fantastic video, good for you Taryl! Doc Neon is a very cool interesting guy. Look forward to your next video with Doc Neon. Love your Sunday morning videos.I always wondered how this was done.

Taryl, great video! Greetings from Mississippi! Doc and Mama Neon are my mom and stepdad. You made his day! Keep up the great work and awesome content!

@TarylFixesAll

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Your very welcome

I've have had a long term fascination with neon and of course really love how they look, but I didn't know anything about it. This video certainly scratched my neon itch, thanks for sharing this art form with us.

I love the "old phones home" on the wall. He's probably not a small fortune on that wall in phones.

Thanks for bringing on the Doc. One of your best videos, Taryl.

I was lead fabricator in a large sign shop for a long time. My buddy was the neon guy. It was neat to watch. Neon department been gone for over a decade. It's a dying art. Most all retail businesses have gone away from it in their signage. Everythings LED and or RBG. Good to see it again. Thanks for the video

Truly awesome video of one of the few neon artisans still living. Doc. Neon is to neon art as the famous Dale Chihuly is to blown glass art (I'm from the Seattle area). We all are honored to have witnessed the detailed process of this dying art through Doc's talent and Daryl's channel. Smart decision Daryl!

That was an awesome video!! Doc Neon is definitely a pro. Great job guys we really enjoyed it.

Doc, (Back to the Future) did a really great job! Fun to watch

I really need to know the story behind the big Adam and Jamie faces. 😂 Was his work featured on the show?? I have been lucky enough to inherit a large collection of neon beer signs, and have always been a big fan of them. So glad you showed Doc and his artistry!

Well done Taryl that was one of the most interesting videos I've ever seen on KZread, the neon doctor is a master at neon art. Can't wait to see more, all the best from Sherwood forest UK

I just love everything you put out there Taryl, your Neon friend is amazing!!!!!

We had a Neon Sign company in our town for many years,i went to school with one of the 2 Brothers that built them and I would ocassionally stop by when i was test riding a Bike or Quad and it was pretty cool to watch those guys bend the tubing.They really are true Craftsmen.After they Retired a Lawn mower Shop opened up at that place and eventually outgrew the old sign shop.I think they rent out the building for storage now as i have not seen anyone working out of it for awhile.Neat Vid Taryl an Crew

That was awesome. Consistently one of the best KZread channels. I always wondered. Thank you Taryl, and Doc Neon, and the crew.

Love that vintage Gates Stereo Statesman broadcast console just chilling on the work bench. Doc seems a man of many cool interests.

What an awesome video. Fascinating process to make neon signs. Who knew? Thank you Doc and Mrs. Neon for letting us into your world.

Doc is a master craftsman. Never knew how neon signs were made but do now. Keep up the great work.

Thanks for bring Doc Neon to us. Would be interested to seeing more of his shop & his interests and work. Looks like he is into electronics with all the components in the background.

What a lovely Gentleman - and such an art. Great episode Taryl

this video was very illuminating (and really neat)

Always looking forward to seeing you Sunday mornings

Thats amazing, I always thought that was made when glass was in a liquid form in a mold. What a special talent for making neon signs.

That was an awesome video. I love the way Doc explained each step of the process.

Awesome! Thank you Taryl for showing a talented artist like Doc Neon. Never knew it took so much work to make the neons.

Incredible, how much work goes into making a neon sign. Great job Doc. Thanks Taryl and little Johnny!

He taught me half of everything I’ve ever known. Follow his wisdom, he is brilliant. Breaks things down into simple parts. ITS A LAWN MOWER!! Not the space shuttle 💯

The Neon Einstein ! This was the most interesting video I've seen in a long time. The man's an artist !

Néons are always attracting me more if I see a shop having them. There is something magical about them

This is so interesting Taryl. I have lots of neon in my garages. Signs fail every so often and my repair shop many times say the glass is cracked, and I say I dont see any cracks, but now I see how that happens. THANK YOU TARYL.

Great idea! I enjoyed learning something new! Thanks, Taryl and Doc.

I was amazed and thrilled when the boys in Cynobal rigged up the neon sign with part time power. It was beautiful. So is doc's work.

Always wanted to know how this was done! Thanks Taryl!!

Very cool video Taryl. Thank you Doc. Neon.

Great video Taryl & Doc, I did neon for 15 years back in the day. Florescent tubes & plastic faced signs crippled the neon business back in the 1950's, LED lights did the same in the late 90's. I closed up shop & headed to corporate America, now I'm retired and opening my shop back up in Central Ohio, I would love to meet up with you all at Portland. Love the phones too, my corporate job involved programming & repairing Avaya phone systems. Excited to see what you come up with.

Fantastic video. These older fellas are a national treasure. They have so much knowledge.

I have to agree with the previous comment. Not many people have this skill set. I loved those engine covers decked out in the lighting.

This has become one of my favorite episodes, it was cool seeing how neon signes are made. Can't wait to see what this is going to lead to.

Fabulous! Thanks, guys, for a great video! And this was the first time my wife stuck around to watch an entire TFA video!

@TarylFixesAll

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Mine too

The guy’s a gem! Making neon lights!! My first ever tutorial, awesome

This really is amazing! I'll bet Doc knows everybody. He just seems like one of those guys that everybody likes.

Dude looks like Walter White from Breaking Bad. He makes this look way easier than it really is...great video!

Folks in Indiana sure yell at each other a lot. Mythbusters, Nikola Tesla, old phones & ringers. This is an interesting shop!

@Rein_Ciarfella

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At least that’s a good thing for KZread production - too many creators don’t have enough volume so they can’t be heard.

This was a fantastic video to watch. It was very educational and entertaining. Neon signs are incredible and sadly it is an art form that almost nobody practices anymore. Thank you Taryl and crew and a big thank you to Steve "Doc Neon" for sharing this with everyone.

Billy Crystal in “The Princess Bride” - “We’re CLOSED!” One of my favorite lines of all time. 😂👍

What a wonderful episode. I laughed a lot a learned a lot. You guys (and Doc Neon too) are awesome. More Doc please...............

Seriously, a fantastic episode. I had no clue it was an hour long, I was so engaged. Doc Neon fits right in with Taryl and the gang. HAHA love it

This guy is amazing!! Love to watch such skill in action!!

SUPER! Big Fun watching...and Doc. N. even did the skit's.

45 years ago I was a union apprentice at “California Neon Products” in San Diego. When it came to delivering glass in the neon sign room I was not allowed in that locked room. There was a secret knock I had in order to make a delivery. The art of glass bending was a very well guarded art. Saler Rice was the master who bent the glass for the famous Baton twirler at the campus drive in theater at College and El Cajon blvd. when the theater was torn down they were able to save the glass and put it up at the College Grove shopping center at college Avenue / Broadway at the cross roads . How secrets have changed over the years.

So that's how neon signs are made? Simply fascinating how much work it takes to make such works of art. Doc Neon is a master of his craft! Amazing video Taryl and friends.

VERY cool and interesting! Thanks "Doc"! Loved the bloopers too!

A fascinating profession. With all the steps he explained and the intricacy of each step. . .You tend to wonder, how on earth did anyone come up with this. He must have been a genius. Thanks Daryl, that was fun to watch. John

Wow..what a super treat....Thank you, Doc. Neon!!!!!

Very interesting

Great show,. Love it.

Great video !! Great skit, Love the bloopers 🤣

It's always so cool to watch a true master at work with their craft. No matter the trade, seeing decades of experience in practice is fascinating. I hope these aging artisans find some younger generation people who not only appreciate the skill but also take the initiative to learn and pass it on.

One of the best episodes thanks to Doc neon.

What a great guy Doc Neon is, and a master at his art. Enjoyed it very much guys👍

About 20 years back the local college offered a class in Neon. I took both classes. AWESOME! I wished I had had the money to set up my own neon bench to do artwork. I still have one of the projects I made. Sadly my cat broke the other big project. First thing the teacher said was "You will get either burned, shocked, or cut in the class. You must have 2 of the 3 happen to pass. LOL. It was a very satisfying class to take. I was even offered a TA position at the college. Sadly I was working another job at the time & needed to keep it to pay the bills. Nikola Tesla was the one who invented the neon process.