How This Guy Makes the World's Most Inventive Clocks | Obsessed | WIRED

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  • Опубліковано 17 тра 2023
  • Every one of Rick Stanley's clocks is an inventive journey. He makes clocks using everything from bottles to bicycles; each one of them completely unique and accurate. "Even when I'm on vacation I think of different clocks to make," says Rick, talking about how he always has clocks on the brain. Rick gets inspiration from nearly everything, fueling his whimsical timekeeping inventions.
    Check out Stanley's website: stanleyclockworks.com/
    YT channel: / @stanleyclockworks
    Director: Charlie Jordan
    Director of Photography: Chad Jenkins
    Editor: Richard Trammell
    Expert: Rick Stanley
    Senior Producer: Efrat Kashai
    Creative Producer: Wendi Jonassen
    Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi
    Associate Producer: Brandon White
    Production Manager: Eric Martinez
    Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
    Camera Operator: Pete Kuhn
    Audio: Michael Competielle
    Production Assistant: Bill Storms
    Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch
    Post Production Coordinator: Ian Bryant
    Supervising Editor: Doug Larsen
    Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
    Special thanks to: Elizabeth Gorbey Willow Springs Photography
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  • @Bilal_Aslam_
    @Bilal_Aslam_ 11 місяців тому +582

    I guess he’s got a lot of time on his hands

    • @TechN9cian01
      @TechN9cian01 11 місяців тому +38

      That was funny. I gotta hand it to you.

    • @Servantofthearts
      @Servantofthearts 11 місяців тому +8

      ​@@TechN9cian01 anyone who can watch UA-cam has alot of time on their hands, the majority of the population. I myself fall into that category.

    • @Blessedin716
      @Blessedin716 11 місяців тому

      lol was thinking the same thing

    • @Logined85
      @Logined85 11 місяців тому +2

      Your hands saved my time leaving this comment

    • @chadbergeron9135
      @chadbergeron9135 11 місяців тому +1

      Knee slapper

  • @ronkirk5099
    @ronkirk5099 11 місяців тому +98

    As a retired mechanical engineer, I think Rick is the epitome of what we strive for in our profession.

  • @jupiterwilkymay5161
    @jupiterwilkymay5161 11 місяців тому +104

    my jaw dropped at that absurd suitcase clock. this clock man is mad!

    • @DVD927
      @DVD927 11 місяців тому +4

      Time Traveler is my favorite!

    • @paulsmith9341
      @paulsmith9341 11 місяців тому +2

      The best kind of mad.

    • @JohnDlugosz
      @JohnDlugosz 11 місяців тому +1

      It should be complete with mannequins for The Three Stooges, in homage to a famous Bellhop skit. It should be sold to a modern art museum, and be loaned (read: leased) to fancy hotels in a "traveling" exhibit.

    • @jupiterwilkymay5161
      @jupiterwilkymay5161 11 місяців тому

      @@JohnDlugosz genius!

  • @duckmasterflex
    @duckmasterflex 11 місяців тому +110

    Engineering as art in my opinion is a dream career

    • @elwitkauesa4148
      @elwitkauesa4148 11 місяців тому +4

      When you can’t clearly differentiated the boarder line between function & form.

    • @pvic6959
      @pvic6959 11 місяців тому +1

      all engineering is art in a way

    • @iggysixx
      @iggysixx 11 місяців тому

      Do a search for 'kinetic art' and 'kinetic sculptures' btw.
      (If you don't know about those yet.. They'll blow your mind (:
      One mr. David C. Roy makes beautiful ones.
      And I forget who made the "Strandbeest" sculpture (that walks the beach whenever the wind picks up).. But that's worth checking out too)

    • @LMBC-xx5yx
      @LMBC-xx5yx 8 місяців тому

      Industrial Design is the closest thing to that

  • @jopo7996
    @jopo7996 11 місяців тому +52

    Rick never has an excuse for being late.

  • @bread8465
    @bread8465 11 місяців тому +51

    This guy is a legend. I wish I was as creative, skilled, and content as he seems to be. Also he sounds like such a cool dad.

    • @futuristic.handgun
      @futuristic.handgun 11 місяців тому +6

      And grandpa! I loved the line, "Well she's 2 and a half, and she'll correct me everytime." He made her a clock that plays her favorite song. 🥺🥰

  • @RandomBogey
    @RandomBogey 11 місяців тому +61

    This dude is probably the closest to a spirit animal I could ever come across in real life. He has and does everything I love- Arduino/electronics, woodworking and all the woodworking tools, metalworking and all the metalworking tools, mechanical gears/chains/pulleys/Rube Goldberg-esque devices, and a enormous badass old barn/shop to house it all. Just toss in a few drones/robots and I would legitimately walk out on my family. Dude is living the dream, and he probably makes bank on those clocks…

  • @purple_Salsa
    @purple_Salsa 11 місяців тому +58

    Omg he deserves an best out of west award
    he is sooo talented ❤

  • @jopo7996
    @jopo7996 11 місяців тому +45

    Making clocks seems like a good time.

    • @nataliep6385
      @nataliep6385 11 місяців тому +2

      As long as you don't have ADHD.

    • @myce-liam
      @myce-liam 11 місяців тому +3

      @@nataliep6385 I think having OCD would be worse in this situation lol😅

    • @gus473
      @gus473 11 місяців тому +3

      Hey, should this be up in the joke/pun string up at the top? 🤔😉✌️

    • @myce-liam
      @myce-liam 11 місяців тому +4

      @@gus473this isn't a joke. Whatever I don't have the time to explain

  • @ralphmay3284
    @ralphmay3284 11 місяців тому +40

    What a wonderful guy. And the beauty in this art and the engineering behind it is just jaw-dropping. Loved this 10/10.

  • @justinelucas5108
    @justinelucas5108 11 місяців тому +25

    Simply genius

  • @hcblue
    @hcblue 11 місяців тому +2

    lmao at that lamp that falls down on the cameraperson. This entire collection is amazing. The fluid clock and the clock that walks back and forth are my favorites.

  • @graylucas3178
    @graylucas3178 11 місяців тому +10

    The transforming grandfather clock is so utterly absurd.
    I love it!

  • @southernfriedwestcoaster
    @southernfriedwestcoaster 11 місяців тому +13

    I think its cool all of those clocks. Its crazy what a human mind can do

  • @pepperpattynaise
    @pepperpattynaise 11 місяців тому +4

    This is all so precious, I can only wish to someday be as happy and excited about something as this gentleman is about clocks and life!

  • @timberwolf5631
    @timberwolf5631 5 місяців тому +1

    How purely whimsical! Gotta love that.

  • @Lily-cx1vo
    @Lily-cx1vo 11 місяців тому +26

    Beautiful art ☺️ Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @Salem-oz6kb
    @Salem-oz6kb 11 місяців тому +4

    what a wholesome dude. keep on makin cool clocks

  • @muigaik5460
    @muigaik5460 11 місяців тому +15

    Now we need a time Machine 😂

  • @empmachine
    @empmachine 11 місяців тому +2

    Oh Wow! That luggage one has forever changed me; what a creative idea!

  • @z3lda808
    @z3lda808 11 місяців тому +1

    His joy is lovely to see and is infectious

  • @CIS101
    @CIS101 11 місяців тому

    Amazing. I was a hobbyist, and I know quite a bit about fabrication too. This is some of the best of both I have ever seen.

  • @elwitkauesa4148
    @elwitkauesa4148 11 місяців тому +2

    The way his brain works is amazing!

  • @ph33lix
    @ph33lix 11 місяців тому

    This guy has quality fun in his life. Love it.

  • @Dav3.14
    @Dav3.14 11 місяців тому +1

    Favorite episode yet!

  • @MEMO-sb1sd
    @MEMO-sb1sd 11 місяців тому +1

    Just wonderful. I too have a workshop where I create weird machines and every time I see a person like this guy, I feel happy that there are more of my kind out there having fun 🙂💖👍

  • @ALLVINTAROT
    @ALLVINTAROT 6 місяців тому

    the dedication and passion ❤

  • @MEU2k
    @MEU2k 11 місяців тому +2

    The fluency of use of simple machines, fluids and electronics dectate that he must be having a Doctorate in Mechatronics. Very good use of time.

  • @m.denonsens
    @m.denonsens 11 місяців тому

    What an amazing passion. Inventors are so cool.

  • @AnimatorHeadSpace
    @AnimatorHeadSpace 11 місяців тому +1

    Utterly BRILLIANT!

  • @AtrumNoxProductions
    @AtrumNoxProductions 11 місяців тому

    I feel like I could sit and listen to him all day!

  • @CheifR0cka
    @CheifR0cka 6 місяців тому

    Good lord. I wish I had even a fraction of this man's passion for anything at all. I've always been jealous of people who know what their "thing" is. Especially when they actually go for it and live it how Rick here does. So impressive.

  • @matthewdelaney5366
    @matthewdelaney5366 7 місяців тому

    Very wholesome.

  • @traceystanphill725
    @traceystanphill725 9 місяців тому

    Brilliant!!!

  • @bonniecarr6405
    @bonniecarr6405 4 місяці тому

    Amazing talent!!!

  • @SixSonn
    @SixSonn 11 місяців тому +2

    That man really enjoys his Yuenling.

  • @boltonky
    @boltonky 11 місяців тому

    Some people are amazing and makes you think what clocks could of been made of back in the day, hope his passion has paid enough to have a good life :)

  • @JK-zq9vw
    @JK-zq9vw 11 місяців тому +2

    I love seeing things like this. I wish I had half his tools. That lathe and bandsaw even… I want my son to know the feeling of wanting or needing an item and the ability to go and make it. Even if that’s all he ever does with the tools he will know he can. I loved building things as a young boy. I didn’t have access to tools or adults that where willing to help me or teach me, so my skills where very limited.

  • @blabhblaja
    @blabhblaja 11 місяців тому +1

    Oh wow! This is incredible.

  • @rheabelltower84
    @rheabelltower84 18 днів тому

    The Peewee Herman of clocks.
    Seriously though...this guy is amazing. Ive always been fascinated with timekeeping. Especially if its powered by gravity or winding.

  • @jabl7459
    @jabl7459 11 місяців тому

    This man is brilliant!

  • @ananthaswath5543
    @ananthaswath5543 9 місяців тому

    He deserves to open a school to teach how he created these clocks. Absolute legend. 🙏

  • @PPGMatt
    @PPGMatt 3 місяці тому

    I would love to meet this guy these are amazing!

  • @thatdarnmage1515
    @thatdarnmage1515 8 місяців тому

    I feel like Rick has a deep appreciation for Dr. Seuss.

  • @rpaulwaddington1858
    @rpaulwaddington1858 11 місяців тому

    Thanks for your video on Rick's handicrafts. I really like kinetic sculpture; Rick's clocks add a timely component to the art/skill of making time pieces.
    Also I am old enought to recognise and be able to use his draughting machine. I would also like to suggest restriction valve be fitted to the exhausting port of the air cylinders. In doing so, the exausting air can be regulated, thus ensuring the suit cases open more smoothly.
    Thank for an enjoyably spent period of time watching this video.

    • @stanleyclockworks
      @stanleyclockworks 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for your comment. A regulator exhaust air is a good idea.

  • @wu_dee
    @wu_dee 11 місяців тому

    Good stuff, I need friends like this guy

  • @maverick.404
    @maverick.404 11 місяців тому

    When engineering and art come together, something magnificent happens...like this

  • @matthewrichardson828
    @matthewrichardson828 11 місяців тому

    What a great guy

  • @chriswilkinson2548
    @chriswilkinson2548 11 місяців тому

    This is my kind of man. I wish had he's workshop too

  • @ghostmanscores1666
    @ghostmanscores1666 11 місяців тому +1

    You and Tim Hunkin would be a fun conversation.

    • @TheRayToaster
      @TheRayToaster 11 місяців тому +1

      Yep, had the same thought! Love Tim's water clock he built.

  • @daquanbenson549
    @daquanbenson549 5 місяців тому

    This is amazing I kinda want to do something like this

  • @TheRealKitWalker
    @TheRealKitWalker 11 місяців тому

    Very inspiring

  • @ernstoud
    @ernstoud 11 місяців тому

    Timeless.

  • @metatechhd
    @metatechhd 11 місяців тому

    🎨💡🔧 I couldn't agree more! Engineering as art is a captivating combination, allowing for both creativity and problem-solving. It's truly a dream career for those who are passionate about blending aesthetics and functionality. The world of innovative clocks showcased in this video is a testament to the incredible possibilities that arise when engineering meets artistic expression. Keep pushing the boundaries and inspiring us with your inventive creations! 👏

  • @Artaimus
    @Artaimus 11 місяців тому +1

    This guy is living in a Dr Seuss book of his own making.

  • @user-yg1ik1qq4l
    @user-yg1ik1qq4l 11 місяців тому +5

    He's literally the coolest person ever

  • @adpirtle
    @adpirtle 11 місяців тому +1

    Obsessed is definitely the word for this guy.

    • @futuristic.handgun
      @futuristic.handgun 11 місяців тому

      Why the negative slant? This guy is extremely talented and creative and he isn't hurting anybody.

  • @kerceliana
    @kerceliana 11 місяців тому

    Amazing man!

  • @jopo7996
    @jopo7996 11 місяців тому +6

    This is the best Tick Tock video I've ever seen.

  • @AKmacintosh
    @AKmacintosh 11 місяців тому +1

    Charming! He's like the dad in "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" AKA my childhood hero.

  • @biskit8050
    @biskit8050 8 місяців тому

    This reminds me of Richard Clock

  • @MaryAnnCaputo-iu4it
    @MaryAnnCaputo-iu4it 11 місяців тому

    Rick- enjoy your you tube video! It is all so amazing. Thank you for sharing! Mary Ann

  • @kettonz
    @kettonz 9 місяців тому

    SO COOL!

  • @marccloutier3501
    @marccloutier3501 11 місяців тому

    imagine taking weeks to adjust the day saving time change XD thats dedication ! beautiful clocks !

  • @migsy1
    @migsy1 11 місяців тому

    This is so cool!

  • @bernmahan1162
    @bernmahan1162 11 місяців тому

    A- m-m-mazing!

  • @driftliketokyo34ftw35
    @driftliketokyo34ftw35 4 місяці тому

    One things for sure, he’s never late to anything.

  • @donaldharlan3981
    @donaldharlan3981 11 місяців тому

    excellent craft 👋

  • @juankruger2598
    @juankruger2598 11 місяців тому

    Awesome

  • @user-rh6ru5oz2o
    @user-rh6ru5oz2o 11 місяців тому +6

    He clocked the camera person in the head

  • @knuteeriksen7612
    @knuteeriksen7612 9 місяців тому

    Guy loves his Yuengling!

  • @nomore-constipation
    @nomore-constipation 11 місяців тому

    I wouldn't mind seeing this guy in my area. Would love to see him actually organize tours and ask for donations to continue his unique art and equipment (craft)
    Very creative and definitely could be a business (side Hussle).
    Sell basically one of a kinda peices to like hotels or offices as a lobby central point of attraction when you are there. Only issue would be maintenance if anything jams or breaks down
    Especially that luggage clock, could be sold to a hotel or anywhere you rent a room

  • @sherlockholmez8764
    @sherlockholmez8764 11 місяців тому +2

    I'd like to buy one of the smaller ones.

  • @starkparker16
    @starkparker16 11 місяців тому +1

    Rick is rad

  • @meltinginmissoula7044
    @meltinginmissoula7044 11 місяців тому

    He has derived a means by which to calibrate his Mind for devising the machinations by which we wistfully observe the modes of Time. In all it’s awaiting fascinations.

  • @janetf23
    @janetf23 11 місяців тому +2

    This reminds me of a dream I had about 45 years ago, in which I became engaged to Hal Holbrook, and his engagement gift to me was an incredibly intricate and lovely pocket clock, a tiny masterpiece of gold, jewels, and wood. Would that it were real...💫

  • @IDidntAskU
    @IDidntAskU 11 місяців тому +1

    I love people like this. Can we say he is living in his heaven?

  • @motivate2568
    @motivate2568 11 місяців тому

    So cool

  • @anandsharma7430
    @anandsharma7430 11 місяців тому

    The human brain is truly a general purpose computer.
    I cannot fathom myself being able to do this under any circumstances.
    His life must be full of rhythms and calculations, not mention endless ideas of weird but effective machines.
    This guy and Mark Rober together will rebuild civilisation after the nuclear war is over.

  • @bw1llis
    @bw1llis 11 місяців тому

    Doubt he's going to see this, but would be really cool to see a bell syphon version of the water one, where the minutes reach 60, and everything dumps into the hours and starts refilling the minutes. Would lend itself really well to this. You might not even need electric pumps at all if you did it properly.

  • @AirwavesEnglish
    @AirwavesEnglish 11 місяців тому

    Too cool.

  • @charlieextra9406
    @charlieextra9406 11 місяців тому

    Why does this specific video reminds me of "Great Big Story" channel.

  • @hasky9813
    @hasky9813 11 місяців тому +1

    I need this guy on my zombie apocalypse team

  • @jcsalas1
    @jcsalas1 11 місяців тому

    With all his projects, this guy is like a real-life Doc Brown...

  • @sebbes333
    @sebbes333 11 місяців тому +1

    Awesome dude! :D

  • @channydin
    @channydin 11 місяців тому

    He's the ultimate grandfather clock

  • @theliftexpert
    @theliftexpert 11 місяців тому +1

    The man who made time , made plenty of it .❤

  • @JohnDlugosz
    @JohnDlugosz 11 місяців тому

    Re Daylight Savings Time:
    You need to design the clocks to make it easy. That's an important feature for a clock to have.
    Anything microcontroller-based can have a switch that you flip one way or the other.
    For the domino clock and others that have a little window that reveals the hour, the housing for that window can rock back and forth one position. In all cases, it shouldn't take a week to fix them all, but should be trivial enough to change as you walk by without breaking stride.

  • @victortv3592
    @victortv3592 4 місяці тому +1

    Bro is the final boss of cartoon villains

  • @captain_context9991
    @captain_context9991 11 місяців тому +5

    How does he find the time...

    • @gus473
      @gus473 11 місяців тому

      🤦Ouch. 😉😅✌️

  • @BitSmythe
    @BitSmythe 11 місяців тому +1

    2:20. It’s daylight savING time, not savingS. And of course, it doesn’t save anything. It’s like cutting 12” off the bottom of a blanket to sew it to the top.

  • @SevenDeMagnus
    @SevenDeMagnus 10 місяців тому

    Cool

  • @kylelawson91
    @kylelawson91 9 місяців тому

    somebody get this guy a delorean

  • @borednow
    @borednow 10 місяців тому

    how do people like this make money with their fun projects??? i really like the suitcase time traveler clock :D

  • @kristenmgr
    @kristenmgr 11 місяців тому +1

    This is the "Time Will Accelerate" comment you were looking for.

  • @AbandonedRaven
    @AbandonedRaven 11 місяців тому +1

    Imagine what a watch would look like

  • @TechN9cian01
    @TechN9cian01 11 місяців тому +3

    First! I thought the woodshop was going to come to life like Pee Wee's house but nope. One disembodied hand reaching towards my soul.

  • @dannymoneywell
    @dannymoneywell 11 місяців тому

    Come on, "totally accurate" is an overstatement.

  • @user-ng5bm9kk6i
    @user-ng5bm9kk6i 11 місяців тому

    Coool!

  • @ellenkay1904
    @ellenkay1904 11 місяців тому

    I wish I could own one. I have a friend who loves clocks. Obsessed. I wish she could own one too. I could spend a lot more time watching his clocks. How loved is the 2 and a half-year-old?