Same Here, The Borax Wagons are How I Found You, Awesome Workmanship - Not Common Today, With Throwaway Items... Your Profession and Sharing With Your Viewers, God Bless, Stay Safe, Thank You, Again - What a National Treasure and Such Joy You Provide, It Never Hurts To Look Back at Previous Accomplishments...To Look Forward - To Progress of Times Past History - Not To Be Forgotten...Thanks, Dave...
Jeez every time I watch the borax wagons I can't help but think its the Sherman tank of wagons. Couple behemoths! Long live the memory of the big hitch era!!
It was such a privilege watching these borax wagons. Just seeing this small clip has shown me that I missed out on some at the beginning. I am looking forward to reviewing them. Many thanks
This is the project that first brought me to your channel. I got to it near the end of the project, so I was able to spend a few weeks binging the Borax project for a few hours each Saturday afternoon. Now, I can see it again without spending all that time.
When I saw the video I started not to watch it cause the last one was like watching it in fast forward or time lapse, I think that’s what it’s called. But I really enjoyed it. If you haven’t seen the real videos take a long time and watch them. Like so many others this is where I met Dave. Also hunt other videos about the wagons, where they are kept and several trips they have been taken on, the man that has the mules that pulled the wagons. Dave didn’t show the water wagon being built. Also in one of the videos, not Dave’s, it was told that the commission spent 9 1/2 years hunting a person or company that they trusted with this built. The videos if you decide to watch will show the commitment and CRAFTSMANSHIP that this man has to build a replication of the original wagons. Again thank you for letting us follow along on this journey through history, you are a JOY to watch.
This is where it all started for me. I have been fascinated with the wagons since childhood. 20 mule team borax commercials, Death Valley Days, then there you were building those wagons. So now I'll be here watching what ever you restore.
Thanks adage for posting this recap of the Borax Wagons. I sympathize with you on the passing of your friend, may God give peace and understanding to persevere. Thanks
Thanks for taking me down memory lane. I told my shrink Dr. many years ago that watching you at the forge, is much better for my PTSD than any of the horrible medicines she has me taking.
Wow, that was a beautiful thing to behold. A bunch of wood and iron went in that shop and under the guidance of the skilled craftsman's hands, those gorgeous pieces fine artwork rolled out.
Dave, my fascination with your channel, particularly your Borax wagons, helped save my 165 day Wordle streak today! I'd have never guessed BORAX without your help! THANK YOU!
A hearty endorsement to all the positive comments below. I also came here at the end of your series on the Borax Wagons. Was in awe of your skills, but now I am in AWE of your skills. The scale of your blacksmithing alone had my jaw on the floor. You ARE the Jedi master of wagon building, and the people that hired you to build the borax wagons were LUCKY to find you. THANK YOU again for sharing all this!
I see the use of numerous "modern tools " in this process . This does not take away from the craftsmanship being shown here, but it does make one appreciate even more the tremendous task and abilities that craftsman of the past overcame and excelled at 140 plus years ago.
As I sit here and watch in amazement the construction of this wagon, I can’t help but think of the process that was involved not having all of the modern electric equipment back in the day,im 77 , and still amazed at the skills this man possesses 👍
For me my Saturday starts with waking up and seeing what Dave has posted. And after viewing I feel and know there still is sensibility and purpose to the human race. Again my thanks to you, Dave, for your ways and work.
Amen Brother. I was stationed in Montana, now in Northwestern New Mexico. Yes, there is still common sense in the world. If you don't possess it there in Montana, you could die. When I want to go off the rails, I think of my neighbor's good sense there and now here, and I straighten right back up. Blessings.
Such marvelous talent. This shows just how difficult this build was; and to bring it back to life for future generations to see just how difficult life was back then.
It's hard to believe its been 5-years already. I think your suggestion to assemble the overall video group into such an overview is good and I believe will draw even more followers to your channel. Thanks for sharing your experience with us all.
Thank you for your work in putting this overview of building the borax wagons. Something that once was so common a task, but today is a unique one. Stay safe, and thanks again.
I was so fascinated at how much knowledge he has to accomplish what he can do, particularly with a shop full of the variety of assorted tools and machinery to do what ever does. I envy this man. He is a conqueror in his trade and God bless him.
This was how I heard about Dave, my brother phoned me and said that I had to check out these huge Borax wagons. I was instantly totally all in. I really, really like the steam bending and the hows and whys of steam bending. Thank you, Dave, and of course Mrs. Engels, Jim H.
Somehow, I think calling you a, Real Craftsman, is an insult! You are so much more than this! WOW! Truly Beautiful work! I'm definitely going to watch the whole playlist on this one!
I started watching your channel with this series. Hard to believe it was 5 years ago. I'm still fascinated with what all you can do an what you are able yo recreate.
I was kind of stunned when you said it had been 5 years , But I enjoyed watching this and was almost as Impressed as I was the first time I saw it . I look forward to your videos.
Thanks Dave for the excellent recap of the complete build. You’re so right in suggesting to folks to look up and watch the build from the start, it is awesome and reviewing those videos shows how much work was put into re-building the complete set of the 20 Mule team wagons. I really appreciate your caring for your profession and sharing with us. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻✋🏻✋🏻
Hard believe it was 5 years ago Since that time I have been watching videos on buggy wheels and carriages. When I watched the review of the borax wagon build I got a new appreciation for how massive everything was especially the ironwork. What a job it was fabricating, forge welding and assembling these thick heavy pieces of steel. And they all fit!!! Great to step back and see this build again.
Enjoyed the condensed videos of building the borax wagons. They were several tons of work. Even all the jigs you made were a big job. Thanks for putting this together and y'all take care and God bless.
Thank you for this condensed version. I stumbled across the original videos and they got me hooked. Have been subscribing ever since. I am still mightily impressed with your workmanship and your approach to what you do. An inspiration. Thank you for bring much enjoyment.
I got to watch part of the wheel making process five years ago but I never got to see the wagon build so I decided to watch this video you put up and I really enjoyed the entire package keep up the good work I'm proud of you
Well it's nice to see you back. I expected you to be gone a lot longer. I hope everything went well in getting your dear friend laid to rest. My condolences to you and the family. May he rest in peace.
Hi Dave: I don't know of any of your video's that I have missed! I am always amazed at how you pay complete attention to detail!; even going so far as to "clock" your bolts, nuts, and screw heads! If Dave tells you he has a piss ant that can eat a bale of hay,... well bring the hay, and he will bring his ant..... and watch that hay disapear one bite at a time! You are a true master craftsman and I have come to expect no less from you!! You make a video, and the world will beat a path to your door! Best Wishes, And GOD BLESS! Gary
großartige arbeit, ich kann da stundenlang zusehen. man soll aber auch nicht vergessen: die originale wurden mit ziemlich einfachen werkzeugen, vermutlich völlig ohne elektroantrieb gebaut.
As many others here I started watching with the wagons. I was amazed then and am still. I imagine the effort required to put the video together was nearly as great as doing the wagons themselves. Anyone who has not seen the entire series must go back. I thank you for the wagons and I thank you for this review. Have a great day and stay safe.
Blacksmithing and woodworking, it doesn't get any better. I know woodworking and wish I'd learned the metalworking when I was younger, the wagon building trade seems like a dying trade. I know things you love can turn into a job, but still, what a job. Love what you do sir.
First time a saw you building these wagons it took like months, now it only took you 27 minutes! Practice makes perfect. Lol I subbed to you when I caught your first wheel build video on these beasts and I've been hooked since. Wow, it has been five years already, time goes quickly.
Thank you Dave, for thinking of us all and putting this fine video together. I do not think you can get this kind of material in school books, this is hands on and the real deal.
So great to see this. Gosh so much work and every bit of it The highest level of craftsmanship. So rare in modern day America, such a link to the history of our country. I remember from child hood the box's of 20 mule team borax, with the picture of the wagons and mules. Seeing these in real life the work making them is a part of American can do and industry that made the best of America today. So much respect for you sir.
Oh boy. Don't know how I ended up here but MAN am I excited.
Thanks to you Mr. Engel !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Same Here, The Borax Wagons are How I Found You, Awesome Workmanship - Not Common Today, With Throwaway Items...
Your Profession and Sharing With Your Viewers, God Bless, Stay Safe, Thank You, Again - What a National Treasure and Such Joy You Provide, It Never Hurts To Look Back at Previous Accomplishments...To Look Forward - To Progress of Times Past History - Not To Be Forgotten...Thanks, Dave...
A 4th of July parade had the borax wagons come through Hailey, Id when i was a kid. They are great wagons with a wonderful history. Thanks!!!!!!!
Thank you. Great synopsis. I will watch the full series over Christmas.
Jeez every time I watch the borax wagons I can't help but think its the Sherman tank of wagons. Couple behemoths! Long live the memory of the big hitch era!!
Dave one thousand times over thank you.
thanks for the walk down memory lane.
i loved seeing all this again. a very special time for me. thanks very much. i have not missed a show yet.
Dave you have been joining me for Saturday mourning breakfast for 5 years! THANKS Dan H
What an honor for them to turn to you for the build. what a job that was. Great job done well. God bless.
The Borax wagons are how I found you, still mind blowing to see the scale of them. Good reminder.
Same
Same for me, only a few years after. I binged for a weekend catching up
@@pat36a same
Same for me.
Same here. Been hooked since.
It was such a privilege watching these borax wagons. Just seeing this small clip has shown me that I missed out on some at the beginning. I am looking forward to reviewing them. Many thanks
I never get tired of watching these videos! I definitely missed my calling!
This is the project that first brought me to your channel. I got to it near the end of the project, so I was able to spend a few weeks binging the Borax project for a few hours each Saturday afternoon. Now, I can see it again without spending all that time.
When I saw the video I started not to watch it cause the last one was like watching it in fast forward or time lapse, I think that’s what it’s called. But I really enjoyed it. If you haven’t seen the real videos take a long time and watch them. Like so many others this is where I met Dave. Also hunt other videos about the wagons, where they are kept and several trips they have been taken on, the man that has the mules that pulled the wagons. Dave didn’t show the water wagon being built. Also in one of the videos, not Dave’s, it was told that the commission spent 9 1/2 years hunting a person or company that they trusted with this built. The videos if you decide to watch will show the commitment and CRAFTSMANSHIP that this man has to build a replication of the original wagons. Again thank you for letting us follow along on this journey through history, you are a JOY to watch.
The Borax wagons was my introduction to your channel.
This is where it all started for me. I have been fascinated with the wagons since childhood. 20 mule team borax commercials, Death Valley Days, then there you were building those wagons. So now I'll be here watching what ever you restore.
What memories. I enjoyed this video.
It is still just as awe-inspiring to see the wagons roll out of the shop for the first time.
Thanks adage for posting this recap of the Borax Wagons. I sympathize with you on the passing of your friend, may God give peace and understanding to persevere. Thanks
I’ll never get tired of watching your videos. Can’t believe I’ve been following you this many years.
Thanks for taking me down memory lane. I told my shrink Dr. many years ago that watching you at the forge, is much better for my PTSD than any of the horrible medicines she has me taking.
Wow, that was a beautiful thing to behold. A bunch of wood and iron went in that shop and under the guidance of the skilled craftsman's hands, those gorgeous pieces fine artwork rolled out.
I had watched the original borax build series, but it was fun to watch the synopsis. Thanks for posting. I enjoy watching your craft.
Dave, my fascination with your channel, particularly your Borax wagons, helped save my 165 day Wordle streak today! I'd have never guessed BORAX without your help! THANK YOU!
I was here from the beginning and watched with eager anticipation for each new video.... the trip down memory lane was equally as exciting.
I wasn't here for the original build, thank you for this recap.
The Borax wagon wheels were what I watched first as an introduction to you. And thank you for the synopsis.
I cannot imagine changing a tire in the field on one of these! Thank you for sharing!
History in the making. So important. Thanks Dave and crew
Nice to watch the build of the Borax wagons again.
A hearty endorsement to all the positive comments below. I also came here at the end of your series on the Borax Wagons. Was in awe of your skills, but now I am in AWE of your skills. The scale of your blacksmithing alone had my jaw on the floor. You ARE the Jedi master of wagon building, and the people that hired you to build the borax wagons were LUCKY to find you. THANK YOU again for sharing all this!
this was a once and a lifetime build . i got to see them in a parade
It brings me to tears to watch this again. Thank you Dave. Great Job
Thanks for the memory dave. Will for sure rewatch borax build vids
THANK YOU, I AM GOING TO GO BACK AND WATCH IT ALL OVER AGAIN, THANK YOU AGAIN...
As kid, I bike a model of these wagons with models of mules, we put it on top of dad's gun cabinet! Cool! I loved this build!
December of 2016- it was the beginning of hope for this country, but it was not the end, the struggle continues.
I see the use of numerous "modern tools " in this process . This does not take away from the craftsmanship being shown here, but it does make one appreciate even more the tremendous task and abilities that craftsman of the past overcame and excelled at 140 plus years ago.
This video as absolutely inspiring. You don't see craftsmanship like that very often now days.
I watched the originals as they went up, but it was great to see it all over again! Quicker, this time.
As I sit here and watch in amazement the construction of this wagon, I can’t help but think of the process that was involved not having all of the modern electric equipment back in the day,im 77 , and still amazed at the skills this man possesses 👍
For me my Saturday starts with waking up and seeing what Dave has posted. And after viewing I feel and know there still is sensibility and purpose to the human race. Again my thanks to you, Dave, for your ways and work.
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Amen Brother. I was stationed in Montana, now in Northwestern New Mexico. Yes, there is still common sense in the world. If you don't possess it there in Montana, you could die. When I want to go off the rails, I think of my neighbor's good sense there and now here, and I straighten right back up. Blessings.
I am here for the long haul and enjoy every mile of the ride,thanksDave.
I said it before and i'll say it again...
You're a genius Mr. Dave! Bravo...
Wow! Incredible craftsmanship! Good to see your knowledge and skills are being passed on to another generation. That's so important.
Such marvelous talent. This shows just how difficult this build was; and to bring it back to life for future generations to see just how difficult life was back then.
Hi Dave
You've done this video much better than i expected.
What a wonderful time to let us be witnesses of the making back then.
Max
It's hard to believe its been 5-years already. I think your suggestion to assemble the overall video group into such an overview is good and I believe will draw even more followers to your channel. Thanks for sharing your experience with us all.
Back-engineering and fine craftsmanship in many trades at its best. The pros make it all look so easy.
Imagine way back when they did these...with no drill presses..power tools all by hand ..now they were craftsmen...thanks for your hard work..
Such a Beautiful recap of your work on the Borax Wagons 👍💯. Pure and true Craftsman at work 👍👍.
Hard to believe it's been that long.... awesome. Thank you.
Thank you for your work in putting this overview of building the borax wagons.
Something that once was so common a task, but today is a unique one.
Stay safe, and thanks again.
Those borax wagons are and will for ever remain your magnum opus, Dave. You may be proud of your work!
I was so fascinated at how much knowledge he has to accomplish what he can do, particularly with a shop full of the variety of assorted tools and machinery to do what ever does. I envy this man. He is a conqueror in his trade and God bless him.
Wow, fell down this rabbit hole, and glad I did. Easily one of the coolest channels ever!!!!
I watched the original play list, when I first started watching your channel. It was nice to see the main points again.
This was how I heard about Dave, my brother phoned me and said that I had to check out these huge Borax wagons. I was instantly totally all in. I really, really like the steam bending and the hows and whys of steam bending. Thank you, Dave, and of course Mrs. Engels, Jim H.
Somehow, I think calling you a, Real Craftsman, is an insult! You are so much more than this! WOW! Truly Beautiful work! I'm definitely going to watch the whole playlist on this one!
A legacy of a great craftsman. Absolutely wonderful !
You sir and your life's work are a national treasure.
More amazing the second time to see. The first was spectacular!!
Magnificent craftsmanship on the part of those highly skilled men who built these wagons. I salute you!
I started watching your channel with this series. Hard to believe it was 5 years ago. I'm still fascinated with what all you can do an what you are able yo recreate.
I was kind of stunned when you said it had been 5 years , But I enjoyed watching this and was almost as Impressed as I was the first time I saw it . I look forward to your videos.
Thanks for the "recap" of the process; still amazing. God Bless You and Mrs. Engel.
Thanks Dave for the excellent recap of the complete build. You’re so right in suggesting to folks to look up and watch the build from the start, it is awesome and reviewing those videos shows how much work was put into re-building the complete set of the 20 Mule team wagons. I really appreciate your caring for your profession and sharing with us. Fred. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻✋🏻✋🏻
The video of these wagons hitched up and rolling was one of my favorite videos of all time.
Hard believe it was 5 years ago Since that time I have been watching videos on buggy wheels and carriages. When I watched the review of the borax wagon build I got a new appreciation for how massive everything was especially the ironwork. What a job it was fabricating, forge welding and assembling these thick heavy pieces of steel. And they all fit!!! Great to step back and see this build again.
Enjoyed the condensed videos of building the borax wagons. They were several tons of work. Even all the jigs you made were a big job. Thanks for putting this together and y'all take care and God bless.
Man I thought I worked hard as mechanic at 63 years old. Nothing compared to what you do. Great channel.
yeah i found him building these wagons and i am still here.
Tons of respect to you and your buddy there. i wish i lived close i would come by with a case of cold ones and good laughs every week!
Wow! Amazing workmanship. In awe watching such a talented craftsman.
That was a nice trip down memory lane, though I joined you a litle after this, I binge watched all 40 video's over a weekend
Damn fine work Mr. Engles.
Thank you for this condensed version. I stumbled across the original videos and they got me hooked. Have been subscribing ever since. I am still mightily impressed with your workmanship and your approach to what you do. An inspiration. Thank you for bring much enjoyment.
I got to watch part of the wheel making process five years ago but I never got to see the wagon build so I decided to watch this video you put up and I really enjoyed the entire package keep up the good work I'm proud of you
Thanks Dave…now I have to go back and watch the entire series, just to make sure I didn’t miss anything! (
👍👍❤️Hehehe)
I watched that entire series & many before & many sins, looking forward to many more
Also that period correct blacksmith shop gets huge thumbs up from me!! Miss swinging a hammer haven't done it in ages.
Gil n barb brought dad the hat back when they stopped to see you. Ive so enjoyed seeing all your videos
Thanks. I guess I'm still a kinda new fella here. So, this was my first time seeing this. What a wonderful project!
Well it's nice to see you back. I expected you to be gone a lot longer. I hope everything went well in getting your dear friend laid to rest. My condolences to you and the family. May he rest in peace.
Thanks Dave 73 AB7RR Cowboy Bob God Bless America
Hi Dave:
I don't know of any of your video's that I have missed!
I am always amazed at how you pay complete attention to detail!; even going so far as to "clock" your bolts, nuts, and screw heads! If Dave tells you he has a piss ant that can eat a bale of hay,... well bring the hay, and he will bring his ant..... and watch that hay disapear one bite at a time!
You are a true master craftsman and I have come to expect no less from you!!
You make a video, and the world will beat a path to your door!
Best Wishes, And GOD BLESS!
Gary
After watching the build, then recently going to see the rig at the Laws Museum, I was glad to watch this again..
Guys. Very unique craftsmanship. I’m impressed
großartige arbeit, ich kann da stundenlang zusehen. man soll aber auch nicht vergessen: die originale wurden mit ziemlich einfachen werkzeugen, vermutlich völlig ohne elektroantrieb gebaut.
Congratulations... For sure this accomplishment will be forever reminded! Fantastic job!
Thanks for letting us watch a master that you are.
As many others here I started watching with the wagons. I was amazed then and am still. I imagine the effort required to put the video together was nearly as great as doing the wagons themselves. Anyone who has not seen the entire series must go back. I thank you for the wagons and I thank you for this review. Have a great day and stay safe.
CHULADA QUE BONITO ES VER QUE TODAVÍA HAY PERSONAS QUE TODAVÍA HACEN LAS CARRETAS Y DILIGENCIAS 🐎 FELICIDADES Y UN SALUDO DESDE MÉXICO 🇲🇽 ‼️👍
This will suffice me for today. I'll be retired in a week so the whole Borax Wagon playlist will be on February's agenda.
Blacksmithing and woodworking, it doesn't get any better. I know woodworking and wish I'd learned the metalworking when I was younger, the wagon building trade seems like a dying trade. I know things you love can turn into a job, but still, what a job. Love what you do sir.
First time a saw you building these wagons it took like months, now it only took you 27 minutes! Practice makes perfect. Lol
I subbed to you when I caught your first wheel build video on these beasts and I've been hooked since. Wow, it has been five years already, time goes quickly.
Thank you Dave, for thinking of us all and putting this fine video together. I do not think you can get this kind of material in school books, this is hands on and the real deal.
So great to see this. Gosh so much work and every bit of it The highest level of craftsmanship.
So rare in modern day America, such a link to the history of our country.
I remember from child hood the box's of 20 mule team borax, with the picture of the wagons and mules.
Seeing these in real life the work making them is a part of American can do and industry that made the best of America today.
So much respect for you sir.
A once in a lifetime experience for all of us. Thank You.