He said "My occupation is to craft with metal" AND "in my *SPARE TIME* I help my son with his business" and Vice titled this video 'This dishwasher charges 60k for custom guns'. I can't believe you Vice.
A true Master understands. He will never know everything And a true Master is humble and will never admit to being a master He doesn't see himself like that Everyone else does A genius doesn't think he's a genius. It's everyone around him who tells him. He's a genius.
Lol I was literally about to comment this, he helps his son with his business. But no they downgrade him to a dishwasher for clicks. Despicable internet clickbati.
@@RAYTHEONGAMING A high percentage of them, Yes probably. Not all of them are for the cartel though there are other artists doing this in Arizona most of them go to.
Man...it's a crying shame that there literally master artisans all around us we just don't know. I really hope that someone out there continues this man's teachings. His work is truly mind blowing
Impossible for someone to follow his teachings. With laser engraving machines and less overturn time he’s out of the competition by miles. What takes him probably days or weeks to finish, a laser engraver did his job in 1 hour. That’s why he stated “it’s a lost art that’ll be lost to laser engravers this is an art of the past.” which unfortunately is true, their are affordable laser engravers that are cheaper than going to this guy.
And the way he says " this dishwasher" in a way taking out the value of the man or his professions. And i wouldnt be surprised coming from other place, but Vice? The people who like so much of being WOKE. Bunch of hypocrits.
@@gordusmaximus4990 Yup, the entire building of Vice employees could fall into the ocean and nothing of value would be lost. Well maybe except the janitorial staff, I'm sure they'd be nice to get long with.
Guys, VICE has made some really shitty moves in recent memory but I don't see an issue with the title, it's meant to get you to click. Bullshit clickbait is one thing (Over exaggeration or outright fabrication of the actual content) but this is just a classic setup with a switch. This Dishwasher (boring) Charges $60K to Design Custom Guns (holy shit)
@@EgoSumSimia I mean it was an interesting video overall. Ironic how easily Vice throws out the racism line and here we have a hard working Hispanic business owner being looked down at.
And humility. He said “I’m an apprentice at best, if I lived another 500 years, I’d still feel the same.” I can’t speak for everyone else, but when he said that, my respect needle just pinned itself to the bar. What a legend.
Don Rojas, I am an engraver since 1959, 75 years old by now. I never had an opportunity to learn hammer and chisel technique, first I was a jewelry engraver with push tools. Later I learned gun engraving on my own, that's what I am doing for over twenty years by now. Don Rojas, I am very touched and humbled by your art and your modesty. God bless You, sir.
I used to work for this place, my very first job. It was an honor to work for them and I learned a lot about how to be myself from them. Very happy for what they’ve been able to accomplish from a tiny business in Fort Worth to a huge staple in Dallas.
elle Jay I just watched this video and I feel like trying to contact him. I love hand polishing guns to a mirror like shine but I don’t know how to engrave. I’m not family and I doubt he’ll teach me, but it’s a nice dream to have
Just imagine, maybe people can seek refuge in his house because he's equally respected by all cartels. "The gunsmith's house is sacred ground. No fights there."
What's wrong with being a dish washer? It's a noble job to have, especially seeing as he dedicated himself to his family by helping in his son's business.
Danic C. You’re totally right but that’s not what I mean, what I say it’s that he’s an artist and a man that helps his family, describe him as a dishwasher is a very poor choice of words
Yeah, that was a sort've slap in the face. Dude is an artist first. He said he helps in his sons restaurant. I wonder how much financial help he gave his son to start the restaurant.
My god, Im from DFW. born here. Been here my whole life, and Ive never heard of this man. What an absolute OG. So sad that nobody is going to carry on this beautiful, wonderful and priceless artform. We truely are regressing as a society and species.
If he accepted apprentices, I’d literally move to Texas to learn from him. I just finished my gunsmithing degree. The engraving we learned is nothing compared to him.
Worth giving his son or him a holler, his son owns Revolver Taco Lounge and Campestre Chule Vista in Fort Worth if that helps. The world needs more artisans man.
You need to pay him a visit now I bet you if you are sincere and hard working he will be more than happy to pass you his artistry. I have always wanted a holy themed gun and this man or his apprentice would be perfect for this.
Right , alot of people don't understand that , if you don't train people for your craft , then you can't provide jobs , my grandparents learned how to cook and they owned there restaurant they taught there employees and my family how to cook the food and some employees moved on and opened up there own restaurants and created jobs by teaching there craft , same with this gun craft this dishwasher guy has , he's making good money but he should start his own business doing it and train people to do his craft =] so jobs can be provided
I think it's supposed to indicate that many people on the outside may not seem special or important (dishwasher ain't exactly a prestigious or glamorous job) but even the incredibly ordinary seeming folk have hidden talents, tradition, and value that you would never guess yourself. "People are more than what's on the outside." *Hopefully* I'm not just overanalyzing the title, but if I am it is an odd way to word it.
Gotta be licensed to be called a gunsmith. Besides this isn't gunsmithing, it's engraving. There's a huge difference between armouring, gunsmithing and decorating.
Janis Creció A kitchen gunsmith is someone who makes guns, gun mods, or fixes guns in their home in places such as their kitchen or garage. IV8888 did a video about it too.
@@eddiespaghetti54321, I'm unsure whether engraving really counts as gun smithing. He called himself a black smith. He does technically modify guns, but not in the way one would think.
@@sunn000 hey tbh ive seen a lot better work done for some of the really wealthy narcos if you look up on google. hes good but not the best. n who do you guys think hes selling these too lol
@@alexvidal821 Yeah, a lot of other places have this 'code' too. Like you get that op made a joke, does your variation of the 'code mean you can't have fun on the internet
TheSpoonKing - that was the first thing that I thought. Usually its “Ghost gun, print on your normal Ink Jet Printer at home” “Gun Bad Insert Quote” bullshit.
The love that this craftsman has for his work and his family is very admirable. With hard-earned money, he was able to fulfill his wife's dream of having a Restaurant, and on top of that, he respects his son's decision of running the Family Restaurant. Very respectable!
Largely agree, this was fascinating and I clicked on it way faster than I have in the past with some of VICE's videos. They did great work finding this.
“Since men first bent to grab a rock, he armed himself” Reminds me of my grandfather, growing up Mexican I always learned life lessons with my grandparents, they have always got a new thing to teach you.
I grew us a white kid in San Diego because my dad was in the Navy. I lived five minutes from the borders. I learned more things from Abuelas than I did in school. I also ate more, and far superior food, in their homes. I was always treated as a member of the family, no matter whose home I was in. I was simply Mijo.
@@Tryo707 thats dope ma dude im glad you had a wonderful experience those are good things to hear! im glad you saw the great side of the Mexican people. and hopefully everything you learned you will pass on to your children or people you encounter. my BEST FRIEND on this planet is as white as it gets lol red hair and everything but since the moment we met we clicked and ever since inseparable. fast forward almost 15 yrs later he can speak fluent Spanish, has a Mexican girlfriend , actually his last 2 girlfriends before this one were also hispanic lol but he fell in love with the culture and my family. my parents gave him a nick name right of the bat because both of us have the same name lmao matthew . so they call him güero aka whitey lol so anyways thanks for sharing
Those old timers have a lot of wisdom from all the years they lived, sadly now a days people don't seem to appreciate their elders. If you have grandparents or even your dad/mom try sitting down with them and ask them about their lives you'll be surprised what you can learn from them
"at least there's going to be a memory of me for a while" this... As an artist it's such a rewarding feeling knowing you've achieved this. What an inspiration! Great video!
It’s unfortunate that none of his children wanted to continue his work, I’d be honored to have a parent with those type of skills and not only continue his legacy but do my best to perfect it
The guy was correct though. His job will be a thing of the past because of laser engravers. You can design everything on a computer, put the gun frame into the laser engraver and push "go."
Laser engraving will simply just be a new part of the market for people who cant afford to pay for hand engraving. Which is totally fine. However I believe that hand made products will always have a place and people will continue to pay for handmade work. “Useless” and “skill” can’t go in the same sentence if someone is getting paid well for their skill. I am both a metal fabricator and hand engraver . Hand engraving makes me more money.
@Abel B. stop assuming things about me. I wouldn't complain about his money even if he was a douche because someone else's crimes don't make him a bad person especially because he isn't helping the buyer commit crimes by making the guns more deadly or anything he is just making them look nice.
Abel B. Dude ge only designs guns not an assasin or something i know many people here in my city that are active assasins and Under world gunsmiths and gun designers theyre all different jobs desgning guns is legal so dont be ballsy
@Abel B. your saying it as if a douche would have the patience and skill to partake his time in an art form like this which takes tons of time and patience
I would never consider laser engraving over traditional methods. This man puts his soul into his works, machines are soulless and the difference can be felt by the spirit.
I remember meeting him and his son and daughter at the Fort Worth gunshow. Super Humble family. Even though im sure tbey could tell i didn't have the coin to drop on one of his pieces they were more than happy to showcase his work as though I was a paying customer. Live how Vice has found out about this talented and humble Treasure of a man 🙏
I can assure you with my experience When your selling high end products, not all is what it seems 80% you would be right but the other 20% the customer would break all prejudices about the industry you are in and the product you are selling So the best thing to do is treat everyone as if they can afford what your selling, you won't miss a heart beat that wag
I got sad when he said his son didn’t follow in his profession, I wish I could have been taught this. He is the last of his kind in his family and the only thing they will have is his work. 🥺
Beautiful old guy is an artist who doesn’t mind helping out his family by doing the dishes. But because his artwork is gun related Vice couldn’t help themselves, they just had to disrespect him by calling him “this dishwasher”.
This is the type of video I watch without skipping a second a minute or anything this man if dedicated to his job which I love, even tho I’m very young this man is definitely very good at his job. Good job Vice
I’m from Chicago,IL and ever since I came across his video I been so inspired to start engraving guns too I love the Art and definitely love the guns. I’m currently a tattoo artist but my next craftsmanship Is to master gun engraving como el paisano de Texas k dios lo siga bendiciendo con mucha mas vida y client’s!🙏🏼 Mi Familia es de Ecuandureo , Michoacán 🫡🇲🇽 Muchisimas grasias por compartir su passion a su Arte. ❤✍️
That title brings no question to the viewer. It makes them feel like they are gonna learn about dishes more than they will the guns. But either way the title was pretty shit
Pretty sure it was just a bit to get more views. This definitely deserves attention as a craft but they have to make money somehow. So by making an attention catching title they receive more views, that's just how it works and it will progressively become more and more click baity as we advance into the future. There's really not much to say except sulk in the comments, just save your time on ranting about the video and get on with your day with a nice cup of Joe or a plate of eggs and bacon. Lifes too short to complain about Vices Sketchy Business practices
I've been trying to draw and paint these style of guns and was so excited to see an artisan actually craft them live. The designs are so hard to even draw, I can't imagine how difficult it is to do it in metal.
I don't know why but I kinda feel sad for him. I think he also does, he's sad because he's the last one doing this and you can feel the passion on his words
That is not what he was saying. He was saying that as good as he is, he can always improve. It is called humility. He has been doing this for 50+ years, and is probably one of the best in the world. But as he said, most engraving is machined and chemically altered - he is using hand tools alone. Btw, Jiro the sushi master said much the same when awarded his michellin stars, don't take those quotes literally.
So true, yet those same people with no skills are the ones who are most times arrogant and think they know it all and this guy who actually has a talent like that is humble and even works on the side as a dish washer to show he's truly humble from the heart
First of all It needs to be in your blood and culture not even his son being his blood wasn't able to inherit it so what makes you think anyone else could learn unless your from his era which is chisle and hammer per say.
The camera work on this episode is amazing. The shot of the owner walking into the backroom around 5:20 looked like something you would see in a movie.
Uh, I live in north texas and have been to this place. Didn't even know this dude was doing this in the back room lol.
#justTexasThings
Buy him a gun dang it !
well its probably not going to be on the menu next to the chips and salsa option.
Man I've been there so many times I'm mind blown that I didnt know either
Dino L I also live in north Texas, looks like I know where to go for some custom work now lol
“Since man first bent down to grab a rock, he armed himself.” What a great opening line for a solid video. 🤙🏽
Also a very good ending "Art has existed since the beginning of time." I like the contrast.
Ah and some men bent down for another man instead, crazy how we still have those type of animals around 😂
mcsuchnsuch shocked VICE who is anti gun and pro conspiracy put that in there.
Ban all rocks!
mcsuchnsuch Rocks don't kill people, people kill people😆
He said "My occupation is to craft with metal" AND "in my *SPARE TIME* I help my son with his business" and Vice titled this video 'This dishwasher charges 60k for custom guns'. I can't believe you Vice.
They are toxic feminist what do u expect
Austin 123 😂😂😂 fr
hey, whatever makes a good title i guess?
Doesn't sound so eye catchy though
It makes for a better video title, thats what companies do nowadays believe it or not.
This man is not a dishwasher, he is an engraving artist that just happens to help out the family business.
This man has dedicated decades to his craft and still thinks he's an apprentice. I love this man.
A true Master understands. He will never know everything
And a true Master is humble and will never admit to being a master
He doesn't see himself like that
Everyone else does
A genius doesn't think he's a genius. It's everyone around him who tells him. He's a genius.
@@thecloneguyz Not really
Thats what the Durring Kruger effect is
@@Draggao
Sorry you dont understand
Maybe you're too young.
@@Draggao Gonna rebuke or just say "no" for the sake of disagreement?
A gunsmith who washes dishes on his down time. Not the other way around
Yup. Shameless clickbait title.
Frs put some respek on his name
^^☠️☠️
Lol I was literally about to comment this, he helps his son with his business. But no they downgrade him to a dishwasher for clicks. Despicable internet clickbati.
I personally know this family and they have a great talent and their personality it’s even better. I also have a set of the colt grips and i love them
This guy is a master of his craft, him calling himself an apprentice is a sign of a true artist
His work isn't very good. Looks like it was made in Mexico
All those guns he showed are for cartel....100% for a fact
0 0 you funny fucker
MobileAlabama who cares who they are for, if it’s for the cartels well at least he knows that they will be good for it
@@RAYTHEONGAMING A high percentage of them, Yes probably. Not all of them are for the cartel though there are other artists doing this in Arizona most of them go to.
Man...it's a crying shame that there literally master artisans all around us we just don't know. I really hope that someone out there continues this man's teachings. His work is truly mind blowing
Impossible for someone to follow his teachings. With laser engraving machines and less overturn time he’s out of the competition by miles. What takes him probably days or weeks to finish, a laser engraver did his job in 1 hour. That’s why he stated “it’s a lost art that’ll be lost to laser engravers this is an art of the past.” which unfortunately is true, their are affordable laser engravers that are cheaper than going to this guy.
Can Netflix make a show about this guy and the different guns he customizes? Cause I'd binge watch tf outta that.
100%
Jesus imagine still having Netflix or even paying for it
fr i would too
@kawsu sawaneh there hasn't been a good movie in 3 years on that platform, I'm sorry you like shitty movies and tv shows
They won't because he's not a liberal Gay trans soy drinking Hillary worshipping teabag.
It’s disrespectful to call him a dishwasher he’s an engraver that’s helps his sons restaurant
What's disrespectful about being called a dishwasher? xD
@@Belzughast Its making the man sound inferior. Though having a masterpiece set of skills to which he lives up to the name gunsmith.
@@cannedtuna6114 i think a dishwasher is much more useful than an average person in terms of "work done/per day" but yeah you right
The point of that title was to let people know that you don’t know who a person is. I guarantee that visitors of this place had no idea
@No No If you are happy in life, you can be proud of anything. I'll take a dish washer over a banker or lawyer any day. At least it's honest work.
77 year old craftsman who works out of his family resturant. VICE: "this dishwasher...."
What's a vice article without at least a few lies?
And the way he says " this dishwasher" in a way taking out the value of the man or his professions. And i wouldnt be surprised coming from other place, but Vice? The people who like so much of being WOKE. Bunch of hypocrits.
@@gordusmaximus4990 Yup, the entire building of Vice employees could fall into the ocean and nothing of value would be lost. Well maybe except the janitorial staff, I'm sure they'd be nice to get long with.
Guys, VICE has made some really shitty moves in recent memory but I don't see an issue with the title, it's meant to get you to click. Bullshit clickbait is one thing (Over exaggeration or outright fabrication of the actual content) but this is just a classic setup with a switch. This Dishwasher (boring) Charges $60K to Design Custom Guns (holy shit)
@@EgoSumSimia I mean it was an interesting video overall. Ironic how easily Vice throws out the racism line and here we have a hard working Hispanic business owner being looked down at.
Naked Snake: “The engravings give you no tactical advantage whatsoever.”
Arturo: “Y me lo tomé personalmente.”
😂
Underrated comment
Arturo: Oh Si "gun shots"
I immediately thought of that scene when I saw that revolver.
Naked snake from metal gear?
This I think one of the few videos fully watched with no even skipping any second of it , good job vice
Eduardo Prada yea, lately they been slanging shit left and right.this gives me hope
Facts
2:05 he says he’s barely an apprentice. He’s wayyyy too humble and quite mistaken. His skill and artistry is amazing! He is a master of his craft.
Yeah...i can barely draw a stick figure😂
a true master, will always stay a student.
derty QWERTY best just means most renowned. That’s how art works. Quality is recognition.
As far as gun engraving goes, this isn't even close to the 'higher tier'!
Conrad Korbol I think he was talking about being a master craftsmen not an artist, big difference.
I don't know why, but it's really calming to see an old person who have perfected their craft talk about it. I really admire it.
And humility. He said “I’m an apprentice at best, if I lived another 500 years, I’d still feel the same.” I can’t speak for everyone else, but when he said that, my respect needle just pinned itself to the bar. What a legend.
calling this guy a dishwasher is like calling Michelangelo a paperboy for walking to the mailbox.
The amount of humility in this man is incredible.
We have the same name. NO WAY.
kainen mattison Impressed the hell out of me. He’ll be a legendary artist forever. Love it when great things happen to great people.
This guy should have made lamps.
When you' click' , you don't kill.
Making big bucks an he’s still humble enough to do dishes. Wow 👍
@@christienfletcher9855 Another Sore Trump Loser talking out of his Ass
Don Rojas, I am an engraver since 1959, 75 years old by now. I never had an opportunity to learn hammer and chisel technique, first I was a jewelry engraver with push tools. Later I learned gun engraving on my own, that's what I am doing for over twenty years by now.
Don Rojas, I am very touched and humbled by your art and your modesty. God bless You, sir.
paso fino money is powerful
even when he is making almost a million a year he is still humbler and washes dishes at work. Inspiration
@Sean Alexander your dad is highkey already my role model and i dont even know him yet!
@@Jay-fi2ff Really ? Because your name says" Braindead, pill popping,munble rap junkies are my idol"
@@doubleo2551 spot on!
DoubleO what are you mad about ?
Jim Jones he’s on his period
I used to work for this place, my very first job. It was an honor to work for them and I learned a lot about how to be myself from them. Very happy for what they’ve been able to accomplish from a tiny business in Fort Worth to a huge staple in Dallas.
I smell the bull from this comment like I put my nose in a cows as
staple lol come on man its just a restaurant in deep ellum
@@ozzythegreat88 why be so negative bro!
@@cesarperez33 some people like to put down others because they never reached success or their dreams in their own life
What’s the restaurant called
If y’all are ever in Dallas, hit up that restaurant. The food is outstanding.
Need location?
Revolver Taco Lounge
2701 Main St. Dallas, TX
@@hello_im_dumb thanks I'm check it out next week
I’ll check it out
Going friday
I hope he passes his craft onto someone equally as passionate as himself. People like this are few and far between. The last of a dying breed!
elle Jay I just watched this video and I feel like trying to contact him. I love hand polishing guns to a mirror like shine but I don’t know how to engrave. I’m not family and I doubt he’ll teach me, but it’s a nice dream to have
Deffective Doggo I hear you, good luck
@@AintiTrippin go for it
Deffective Doggo contact the restaurant, you’ll be able to find him through there. Just a suggestion 🤷🏽♀️
Deffective Doggo do it
Not a gunsmith, or a dishwasher...This man is an artist. What a blessing it is to have people still around that metalwork the traditional way.
this guy is 100% good vibes. I hope the world smiles on him in return!
Cant imagine the amount of Cartel stories this guy has. Would be very interesting to see a full documentary or even a movie on the man.
I was also wondering how many guns had he made for the narcs
Just imagine, maybe people can seek refuge in his house because he's equally respected by all cartels. "The gunsmith's house is sacred ground. No fights there."
@@speedzapper90s He should name his restaurant, "the continental"
@@rencaelum4396 Ayy Wick fans gather up!
Right.
And you Vice really have the balls to call this man of honor a “dish washer”
What's wrong with being a dish washer? It's a noble job to have, especially seeing as he dedicated himself to his family by helping in his son's business.
Danic C. You’re totally right but that’s not what I mean, what I say it’s that he’s an artist and a man that helps his family, describe him as a dishwasher is a very poor choice of words
@@danic_c your mothers a dishwasher this guys an artist of a time thats past
Vice doesn't have any balls, period.
what's wrong with washing dishes?
Dude is an artist and Vice refers to him as "This Dishwasher"
Ur dumb
They want to show that even the unimportant and old people create the nicest things
Yeah, that was a sort've slap in the face. Dude is an artist first. He said he helps in his sons restaurant. I wonder how much financial help he gave his son to start the restaurant.
@@Boy-pr2uz keep that energy when you need diapers
kinda harsh now that i think about it
My god,
Im from DFW. born here. Been here my whole life, and Ive never heard of this man. What an absolute OG. So sad that nobody is going to carry on this beautiful, wonderful and priceless artform. We truely are regressing as a society and species.
If he accepted apprentices, I’d literally move to Texas to learn from him. I just finished my gunsmithing degree. The engraving we learned is nothing compared to him.
Hit him up, it seems like he’d be down and I hope you speak Spanish good luck 🍀
Worth giving his son or him a holler, his son owns Revolver Taco Lounge and Campestre Chule Vista in Fort Worth if that helps. The world needs more artisans man.
DOOOOO IT!!!!🇲🇽🌹
The Man does beautiful work . Go for it!! His knowledge needs to be passed on.
You need to pay him a visit now I bet you if you are sincere and hard working he will be more than happy to pass you his artistry. I have always wanted a holy themed gun and this man or his apprentice would be perfect for this.
He's like a Tarantino character
Hattori Hanzo, correct?
@@IAMSUPREME22Yes
Hattori Hanzo is a shear maker lol
Andelka Buric he’s like an idiot.. Waiting for the next idiot to come along and do business with him..
I couldn't have said it better myself
Even the music in the background is so Tarantino
I hope he teaches his technique to others so this craftmanship doesn't fade
Good luck with the lazy generations that came after his.
Facts
usaryder74 ok boomer
Right , alot of people don't understand that , if you don't train people for your craft , then you can't provide jobs , my grandparents learned how to cook and they owned there restaurant they taught there employees and my family how to cook the food and some employees moved on and opened up there own restaurants and created jobs by teaching there craft , same with this gun craft this dishwasher guy has , he's making good money but he should start his own business doing it and train people to do his craft =] so jobs can be provided
Me too!
Found a typo in the title, should be: "custom gun artist enjoys washing dishes".
If a dude is making $60k designing and making firearms, he's a gunsmith, not a dishwasher.
I think it's supposed to indicate that many people on the outside may not seem special or important (dishwasher ain't exactly a prestigious or glamorous job) but even the incredibly ordinary seeming folk have hidden talents, tradition, and value that you would never guess yourself. "People are more than what's on the outside." *Hopefully* I'm not just overanalyzing the title, but if I am it is an odd way to word it.
@@bupkis72 yeah, maybe.
He's not a gunsmith, though, he's an engraver. Engravers engrave, gunsmiths smith guns.
@@The_Crimson_Fucker k.
Gotta be licensed to be called a gunsmith. Besides this isn't gunsmithing, it's engraving. There's a huge difference between armouring, gunsmithing and decorating.
Me:
" Why the hell am I reading the subtitles when I understand Spanish?"
Castillo, you have good eyesight. Treasure it.
Every.... Single.... Time!
😂😂😂 you tambien
@@hyperhapkidodarys
Si
I was the same way.. lol.
The term “kitchen gunsmith” taken literally.
Budget Colonoscopy I don’t think I’ve ever heard that
Janis Creció A kitchen gunsmith is someone who makes guns, gun mods, or fixes guns in their home in places such as their kitchen or garage. IV8888 did a video about it too.
Janis Creció Watch Gun Gripes episode 4. Barry and Eric can give you a better in depth explanation and some examples.
Simo It’s a typo. Calm the fuck down.
@@eddiespaghetti54321, I'm unsure whether engraving really counts as gun smithing. He called himself a black smith. He does technically modify guns, but not in the way one would think.
very very very disrespectful to call him a dishwasher
He looks so humble though. Even admit that he's still learning a lot.
All masters of any artform understand that they are always learning and will forever see themselves as novices.
“The first time man bent down to grab a rock, he armed himself.”
And that’s when I began respecting this man.
And Government wants to bring back the ancient ways placing gun restrictions while they and criminals arm themselves with AR's...
Really you have respect cause of a quote?
@@runnsheeprunn9828 hell yeah tf some of the people just have a way of conveying their wisdom through quotes.
A wise man he is!
runn sheep runn yes
The Mexican equivalent to Hattori Hanzo in the Kil Bill films. Working in a sushi bar with a bunch of masterpiece swords upstairs. Love it.
Your a man of beautiful words
Yes we work inside taco joints secret societys an wat not
@@richboy5starcitydallas504 that u in video?
What a chad of a man. Unmatched artistry. I hope he’s still doing these engravings today.
I got shot in the leg with one of his custom pistols and let me just tell you it was a real honor
Remco van Vliet Your a goofy dude.
Try it in another part of your body
me next! i want to feel the honor too lol
Did he customize the bullet/round too?
Please help
All Cartels be like “him and that restaurant are off limits” by all gangsters
cartels prolly buy from him too lol
His work isn't very good. Looks like it was made in Mexico
@@trumpwon20204 nice spam shithead, get the fuck out of here with that racism you piece of garbage.
@@trumpwon20204 lmao what you guna do? Try and out do him? You couldn't ever even come close to his skill and experience.
@@sunn000 hey tbh ive seen a lot better work done for some of the really wealthy narcos if you look up on google. hes good but not the best. n who do you guys think hes selling these too lol
Gunsmith: “I am a dishwasher for fun”
Well it is his Sons Business!
It's NOT for fun. I'm really sorry you don't get it... It would be a better world instantly...
I'm also Mexican. It's called "having code"
@@alexvidal821 its family and you know our older people are built different . they know work
@@alexvidal821
Yeah, a lot of other places have this 'code' too. Like you get that op made a joke, does your variation of the 'code mean you can't have fun on the internet
@Old Stock Canadian i know a majority of americans actually arent racist assholes like you. go eat ketchup chips or something buddy
5:18 the face on that lady when the dude corrects her lol
Never thought I would see a vice video that was positive about firearms...
TheSpoonKing - that was the first thing that I thought. Usually its “Ghost gun, print on your normal Ink Jet Printer at home” “Gun Bad Insert Quote” bullshit.
It’s not. They called him a dishwasher and referred to his craftsmanship as a side hustle.
It helps that he’s not white/American
@@jb76489 🙄 sure man
I looked at this video and thought "women shouldn't be designing guns wtf vice"🤣
imagine a robber going to that place and getting shot by an engraved AK-47.
How every man wants to die
Honorable
True art
If I want to get shot it’s gonna be by a cool fucking gun smh
_Death by Glamour~_
Imagine how many lost arts have died off bc they weren't continued through generations.
Abraham Eudave damn
Not everyone wants to carry family tradition. I sure as fuck don’t want to.
september ur lame
@@gabrielorta4458 no u
@Azula :(
The love that this craftsman has for his work and his family is very admirable. With hard-earned money, he was able to fulfill his wife's dream of having a Restaurant, and on top of that, he respects his son's decision of running the Family Restaurant. Very respectable!
More of this. This content is why I subbed to this channel.
Less women, gotcha.
@@Gormfork lmao
Largely agree, this was fascinating and I clicked on it way faster than I have in the past with some of VICE's videos. They did great work finding this.
@@dertythegrower sure buddy.... Sure
@@Gormfork Women in the kitchen... just like this show!
“Since men first bent to grab a rock, he armed himself”
Reminds me of my grandfather, growing up Mexican I always learned life lessons with my grandparents, they have always got a new thing to teach you.
All the men in a Mexican family has the best life lessons and very knowledgeable
I grew us a white kid in San Diego because my dad was in the Navy. I lived five minutes from the borders. I learned more things from Abuelas than I did in school. I also ate more, and far superior food, in their homes. I was always treated as a member of the family, no matter whose home I was in. I was simply Mijo.
@@Tryo707 thats dope ma dude im glad you had a wonderful experience those are good things to hear! im glad you saw the great side of the Mexican people. and hopefully everything you learned you will pass on to your children or people you encounter. my BEST FRIEND on this planet is as white as it gets lol red hair and everything but since the moment we met we clicked and ever since inseparable. fast forward almost 15 yrs later he can speak fluent Spanish, has a Mexican girlfriend , actually his last 2 girlfriends before this one were also hispanic lol but he fell in love with the culture and my family. my parents gave him a nick name right of the bat because both of us have the same name lmao matthew . so they call him güero aka whitey lol so anyways thanks for sharing
Those old timers have a lot of wisdom from all the years they lived, sadly now a days people don't seem to appreciate their elders.
If you have grandparents or even your dad/mom try sitting down with them and ask them about their lives you'll be surprised what you can learn from them
And he's never had an unhappy customer.
You can tell because he's still alive.
69,420 subs with no videos challenge 💯💯
You're almost funny
Sir is making legendary weapon drops, these are gonna belong in museums even more as the years go by
"at least there's going to be a memory of me for a while" this... As an artist it's such a rewarding feeling knowing you've achieved this. What an inspiration! Great video!
Fragout Design Studios stop being a soft ass lol
69 Guccigang Tripy 420 Ur literally talentless but ok
.. Lol OK...? Yall go somewhere else and troll
Penny shut up anime weeb
69 Guccigang Tripy 420 Ok mr gucci gang 420
"Since man first bent down for a rock, he thought to himself..this would look so much better with some custom designs on it"
Tamas Egyed facts
shoutout to rust
To arm?
🤣👍
@@kevinlam4859 yea that's why he said idk where he go his from
This is the exact business you would see in the John Wick universe.
Shut up gaben! Finish my half life 3 already
dncngrza 😂😂😂
You probably need a gold coin to have one of these made
@@taco6989 you need.... $60,000 dollars.
@@taco6989 or, 30 1 ounce gold coins at $2,000 an ounce.
"500 years and i'll still be an apprentice", this man is a legendary dwarvish craftsman lol
"I am no fuckin' dishwasher"
-Tony Montana
That's a fact Jack
This guys instantly getting 1000’s of requests after this video..... great work sir
I tried to find him. No luck.
@@africanative986 let me know if you do find out. 😁🤞
Yeah..a requests from all the drug cartel leaders
You must have literally never seen a hand engraved gun before in your life as this is some of the worst I’ve ever seen.
Waiter: “What can I get you all today?”
Me: “Cheese enchiladas and an ak-47 engraved and dipped in gold.”
Facts
Lol
Drug king pin shit
Y'all
Hahaha
Imagine walking back there as a health inspector and grandpa's engraving an AK.
Average Mexican household
It’s unfortunate that none of his children wanted to continue his work, I’d be honored to have a parent with those type of skills and not only continue his legacy but do my best to perfect it
Such fax
The guy was correct though. His job will be a thing of the past because of laser engravers. You can design everything on a computer, put the gun frame into the laser engraver and push "go."
Yeah man the hand craft is amazing but laser engraving will soon completely take over
Laser engraving will simply just be a new part of the market for people who cant afford to pay for hand engraving. Which is totally fine. However I believe that hand made products will always have a place and people will continue to pay for handmade work. “Useless” and “skill” can’t go in the same sentence if someone is getting paid well for their skill. I am both a metal fabricator and hand engraver . Hand engraving makes me more money.
@@Xantosdude nobody who wants an engraved gun like this wants it done by laser. It will simply become an even more expensive hobby
He deserves every penny that is such incredibly rare artwork he is
doing
@Abel B. not his problem
@Abel B. stop assuming things about me. I wouldn't complain about his money even if he was a douche because someone else's crimes don't make him a bad person especially because he isn't helping the buyer commit crimes by making the guns more deadly or anything he is just making them look nice.
Abel B. Dude ge only designs guns not an assasin or something i know many people here in my city that are active assasins and Under world gunsmiths and gun designers theyre all different jobs desgning guns is legal so dont be ballsy
@Abel B. your saying it as if a douche would have the patience and skill to partake his time in an art form like this which takes tons of time and patience
That's right beautiful
I would never consider laser engraving over traditional methods. This man puts his soul into his works, machines are soulless and the difference can be felt by the spirit.
True that
Yea but so does my wallet
Anthony Tozzi right!! LOL!!
I wish I could effort him I would have him do both of my guns
Laser looks different than chisel work, you can tell if you look at it up close.
world needs more people like him!
I remember meeting him and his son and daughter at the Fort Worth gunshow. Super Humble family. Even though im sure tbey could tell i didn't have the coin to drop on one of his pieces they were more than happy to showcase his work as though I was a paying customer. Live how Vice has found out about this talented and humble Treasure of a man 🙏
I can assure you with my experience
When your selling high end products, not all is what it seems
80% you would be right but the other 20% the customer would break all prejudices about the industry you are in and the product you are selling
So the best thing to do is treat everyone as if they can afford what your selling, you won't miss a heart beat that wag
I got sad when he said his son didn’t follow in his profession, I wish I could have been taught this. He is the last of his kind in his family and the only thing they will have is his work. 🥺
He's in a short documentary on UA-cam called *Guns up Texas* . Worth the watch
sounds like a Vice Segment
Zachary Williams well it’s not
It's like VICE, but factually accurate when it comes to guns.
@David Boston 💙
Beautiful old guy is an artist who doesn’t mind helping out his family by doing the dishes. But because his artwork is gun related Vice couldn’t help themselves, they just had to disrespect him by calling him “this dishwasher”.
This is the type of video I watch without skipping a second a minute or anything this man if dedicated to his job which I love, even tho I’m very young this man is definitely very good at his job. Good job Vice
When you spend too much time at the Gunsmith in Red Dead Redemption 2
Watching this video made me want to play through that game again.
Helix lmfao
Ahhh yess good times
"I consider myself an apprentice." I seem to see the same mode of thought in every master of a craft.
This isn’t a dishwasher. It’s a custom gunsmith who washes dishes on the side.
I was like, how the hell does a dishwashing machine create custom guns? Skynet is truly here.
Myles same LMFAOOOOOO
I thought it was like the real-life GRINDER from BORDERLANDS
Lol😂
I thought it had something to do with a custom design dishwasher machine that cuts metal with jet streams
Hay Myles off topic but check out skynet in China now that is some crazy shit
"Y tambien le doy classes a la cocinera" lmao
Multi skilled....
@Bucky Rifa now kiss
He gonna sleep on the coach tonight 😅
La mujer le estaba diciendo con la mirada: ya veras cuando llegues a casa.😂😂😂
Elle
" boyyy... you better get that couch nice and cumfy tonight..." 😅
"The longer time goes by, the more you find it that you're always learning"
What a wise and humble man
I’m from Chicago,IL and ever since I came across his video I been so inspired to start engraving guns too I love the Art and definitely love the guns. I’m currently a tattoo artist but my next craftsmanship Is to master gun engraving como el paisano de Texas k dios lo siga bendiciendo con mucha mas vida y client’s!🙏🏼 Mi Familia es de Ecuandureo , Michoacán 🫡🇲🇽 Muchisimas grasias por compartir su passion a su Arte. ❤✍️
“How this gun engraver washes dishes on the side” is a better title.
I really wanted to see a dishwasher that engraved guns
that sounds like a video about washing dishes not gun engraving. lol
Vice is liberal and racist remember..
That title brings no question to the viewer. It makes them feel like they are gonna learn about dishes more than they will the guns. But either way the title was pretty shit
Pretty sure it was just a bit to get more views. This definitely deserves attention as a craft but they have to make money somehow. So by making an attention catching title they receive more views, that's just how it works and it will progressively become more and more click baity as we advance into the future. There's really not much to say except sulk in the comments, just save your time on ranting about the video and get on with your day with a nice cup of Joe or a plate of eggs and bacon. Lifes too short to complain about Vices Sketchy Business practices
Robber: *breaks in my house and pulls out a 9mm pistol*
Me: *pulls out my custom designed gold ak47*
Robber: Oh shit...Arturo hooked you up huh?
Imagine dedicating countless hours and years to a craft you're passionate about just to be referred to as a dishwasher
and replaced by lazers
Or a very effective click bait
@@FBarbarian Laser engraved Guns don't cost 60K he is not replaced he is imitated
I've been trying to draw and paint these style of guns and was so excited to see an artisan actually craft them live. The designs are so hard to even draw, I can't imagine how difficult it is to do it in metal.
I don't know why but I kinda feel sad for him. I think he also does, he's sad because he's the last one doing this and you can feel the passion on his words
You really can hear the passion in his voice. And the love for his Dad. 😳
Uhhhh no hes not.
He might just be the only one doing it solely for cartel hombres though.
Vegas he needs to move to Europe there’s a much bigger market for hand engraving guns. Lots of manufacturers looking for master engravers
I don't think so
Maybe it's a rare thing for gun carving, but for other things it's not
Even some blacksmith nowadays still can do it
That is not what he was saying. He was saying that as good as he is, he can always improve. It is called humility. He has been doing this for 50+ years, and is probably one of the best in the world. But as he said, most engraving is machined and chemically altered - he is using hand tools alone.
Btw, Jiro the sushi master said much the same when awarded his michellin stars, don't take those quotes literally.
So refreshing to see humble people who have real skills. People on Facebook these days will congratulate themselves for nothing....
So true, yet those same people with no skills are the ones who are most times arrogant and think they know it all and this guy who actually has a talent like that is humble and even works on the side as a dish washer to show he's truly humble from the heart
JERRY P those FB people have no substance like real people
Dude the realest fucking comment I've read in a very long time lol
Somebody start this outstanding man a UA-cam page so that he can teach a future generation his masterful craft!
@Frank Bonazza III 🤔 good point
@@MOJOverseManny plus he was 77 when this came out
Immediate demonization
First of all
It needs to be in your blood and culture not even his son being his blood wasn't able to inherit it so what makes you think anyone else could learn unless your from his era which is chisle and hammer per say.
I'm Mexican and is really cool seeing this man succeed in he's gun work
@@amir3515 why would you assume he lives in Mexico?🤔
His humbleness is the thing that most shocked me. A true artist!
I wish I could learn from this man. Simple, Humble and a master in what he does.
Vice should give this guy a miniseries deal, Titled...
*_"Engrave to the Grave: Last of a dying breed"_*
In the last episode he engraves his own tombstone
That would have been a much more respectful title than the one they put for this video
Rei-Sen•Evo NETFLIX WOULD PROBABLY PICK IT UP...
Man thats a great idea. I'm sure they can pull off alot of topics/talking points from history to clients, designs, etc.
Or set up a apprenticeship program for him to pass it on
Love this man's "learners mindset"!
Son: “Dad the dishes are piling up again”
Dad: “Hold my custom AK”
Edit: Thanks for all the likes!
Lol!
Paul Uppal 😂
Decrease the population
@Ignacio Rivera stfu bitch
@@onionmaster7673 you're fun
He should transfer all his wealth of knowledge to videos or a book or something...it will be sad a day to see this knowledge lost.
@ You mean cartel bosses right? They're not gonna arm everyone with 60K weapons each lol
I was like, how the hell does a dishwashing machine creates custom guns?!!
Ikr😂
Me too😞
It’s a smart dishwasher with Alexa built into it
He washes dishes
So he is a DISHWASHER
hence the title 'DISHWASHER charges 60k to customize guns'
DaFaQ pRuShUnT lmao hell yeah I was like I gotta see this 😂
Dallas, TX- ladies and gentlemen.
Good food, good people and we know guns. This man deserves a museum
Robber : *tries to rob taco store*
*_gets shot with a golden engraved ak._*
I mean if you rob Revolver Taco I can't say you're gonna get much sympathy. That's a no for me.
Then old Western whistling sounds is heard .If ya know it ya know it .
What an honorable way to go lol 😂
by someone doing a 360
GameFuMaster and with no scope.
The camera work on this episode is amazing. The shot of the owner walking into the backroom around 5:20 looked like something you would see in a movie.
They had the cameraman from Maury
For real that whole scene was dope af, from telling that lady to hold it better to him watching his dad doing his thing and just smiling
I ain’t gonna lie im a nerd sometimes to cinematics
@@twentyfivetolife7976 I hope the producer and camera men got props for it!
These hit different when you understand what there saying
Ruben Gonzalez 💯💯
Yeah
ong bro
true
Tbh even if you don’t know spanish it’s still pretty easy to understand because a lot of the words are similar to English
Thank you Vice for not ruining a great story like you often do….
“ENGRAVINGS...Give you no tactical advantage whatsoever....But damn thats a fine gun”
Ok? no one ever said it does???
@@user-jn8ix3tb1i it a Metal Gear reference
No its not tactical but it sure the fuck is tactiCOOL
i was waiting for someone to say that line... what took you so long?
Michael Goman kept you waiting, huh?
When you do it by laser it’s just business, but when you do it by hand it’s ART!
I mean... Maybe there is an exception here.... Look at what I do
Sad part of this video. All of his skill ending with him. Non of the family didn't learn it. . . . . Hand made is way better
His son said he knows. But that he dont think he'll be good as his dad
You can hear the pain in his voice when said his kids didn't follow his profession
@@SrRAFAGAS yes instead one of his sons followed his mom which I think is still very admirable
People are born artist maybe his son will have a child one day, see this video and get inspired like I have. 💜
Such beautiful craftsmanship. I appreciate this man for sharing his gift with humanity. Much respect.