Macca Machete, Silky Kydex And Other Gear

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  • čas přidán 29. 04. 2021
  • I finally finished up my three weeks of night shift! I didn't have time to plan an elaborate video but I did get a few presents from friends that you'll be interested to see. Sub here for Macca that made my machete / @maccaknives Check out Alpha Omega Survival Supply for the Silky Kydex sheathes / @alphaomegasurvivalsup... Hes also on Instagram @alphaomegasurvivalsupplykydex
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  • @alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548

    I hope you enjoy them dave, I can make about anything out of kydex. My CZcams channel is probably the easiest way to get ahold of me, link to the silky sheaths - czcams.com/video/43RWDy-As4A/video.html

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +7

      I absolutely love them brother! I'm guessing others will want them too. Thanks a million

    • @alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548
      @alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548 Před 3 lety +3

      @@Reallybigmonkey1 your very welcome lol I just wanted to show you a new piece of equipment, you should get years of service from them. They are pretty well impervious to weather and if they need cleaned just wash with dish soap, then a quick spray of wd-40 inside and out then wipe it down. Keep me posted on how they hold up and how they work out, in case I need to change the design lol.

    • @timbo4374
      @timbo4374 Před 3 lety +3

      Good job brother!

    • @ArcticGator
      @ArcticGator Před 3 lety +2

      You make sheaths for the 10" corona razortooth folding saw? that thing closed leaves teeth exposed and that can snag on gear inside a pack (or fingers ask me how i know) would love to get a pack mountable "scabbard" that encloses that section of the closed saw

    • @timbo4374
      @timbo4374 Před 3 lety

      @@ArcticGator I have that same saw, and you're right. Good saw but does have that design flaw.

  • @navigator5426
    @navigator5426 Před 3 lety +50

    Never apologize for your accent. You are a good person and that's all that matters.

    • @freedomspromise8519
      @freedomspromise8519 Před 3 lety +10

      I agree with you.
      I like a southern accent.
      Some people who hear a southern accent make the mistake of thinking the speaker is not very intelligent.
      Behind Dave's accent is a genius mind.

    • @happinessis2111
      @happinessis2111 Před 3 lety +7

      That's true. I was raised in the North and then moved to south at 18 and have now lived in the Southwest for 25 yrs. I've lost some of my drawl but the other day a friend of mine born and raised in WV called me. I happened to look up after I had been talking for about 10 minutes and my husband was about to roll out of his chair because he was laughing so hard. He's from WV himself. One minute on the phone and I had slipped right back into my accent as it were a pair of favorite old slippers!
      I would say "own it!" It's part of our personal living history! :)

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +8

      Thank you Paul! I usually have to clarify when I mispronounce stuff due to trolls and keyboard warriors. Lol. Thanks for watching brother

    • @navigator5426
      @navigator5426 Před 3 lety +4

      @@Reallybigmonkey1 My mother's side of the family is from Kentucky, I grew up in New Mexico and my Mother lost her accent from living there. One of the things I miss about my Grandmother was her accent. One day when I was staying with her when I was young she said " Would you like a year of corn ", I knew she meant one ear of corn. But I thought to myself ' What would I do with a whole year's worth or corn ? '. Anyway, Your videos are always informative and entertaining and you don't have an arrogant ' know it all attitude ', which makes them fun to watch too. My Dad had a properly humble attitude like you do. He had seven PhDs and spoke several languages. What he said about ' experts ' was " In math, X is an unknown quantity, in Chemistry a 'Spurt' is a discarge of liquid. He knew what he knew but was humble about it. I like the fact that you have the same attitude that he did. Thanks for the Videos.

    • @woodsinme
      @woodsinme Před 3 lety +2

      What accent?

  • @derekneumann
    @derekneumann Před 3 lety +9

    Dave, you are hands-down my favorite outdoor guy on YT. A real person, who works a real job, a real Dad who enjoys and shares time and knowledge with his kid, a true outdoor lover, crafty and creative as hell, genuine, unintentionally funny, prefers nothing more than adventuring in nature, just does shit he would normally do but happens to document it on camera, cares about the experience and sharing of skills over shilling for the mighty dollar like most of these faces on YT. Cheers to you, Dave!! You are living the life!! .... and we appreciate you sharing it with us. :)

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +3

      You get what I'm all about! Thanks for the support, comments and for watching Derek!

    • @aarde7036
      @aarde7036 Před rokem +1

      Thanks Derek, for putting Dave into words like you did. You describe all he's about.

  • @kachiri
    @kachiri Před 3 lety +29

    37:10 That's one of the many thing that makes Dave my favorite... He replies to my comments, even when it's on _old_ videos. _Almost_ everyone else doesn't. Most replies I see are from other viewers. You're awesome Dave!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +12

      Reading and answering comments is half the fun of doing this! Thanks for watching my friend

    • @Ve-suvius
      @Ve-suvius Před 3 lety +5

      That's a HUGE plus of Dave.
      Even now when the comments and subscribers are growing in numbers.
      He's still responding.
      I really love that.

  • @johnstevenson9429
    @johnstevenson9429 Před 3 lety +9

    Buddy your "rant" on night work brought back memories. I'm a retired cop and our shift would change every 2 -3 days rotation backwards through the clock from 12p to 12a, 3p to 3a and then 7a to 7p. No time at all to set your circadian rhythms. Brutal 27 years.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Ah man, I couldn't imagine rotating shifts that way! Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching John

  • @lynderherberts2828
    @lynderherberts2828 Před 3 lety +13

    Hi, darlin',
    Caught your video at the 27 minutes.
    I've got to tell you you have some very cool knives and gadgets sent by people who love and admire you.
    It's exciting and fascinating to see all these new things and hear the stories that go with them.
    Really great video.
    Hugs,
    Linda Lee

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +5

      Hello Linda! A gift is always fun but the story behind it is usually fun too. I've met the best people here on CZcams. Take care and see ya in the next one!

  • @laineywright2696
    @laineywright2696 Před 3 lety +3

    Cool video as usual. I loved your take on the night shift thing. I worked that night shift for 42 years, now... logging retirement time still doing the graveyard shift. The neighbor says, "I looked over there at 3 am, it was lit up like a Christmas tree," followed by, "some of us go to bed at a decent hour!" I said, "look around your house. Almost everything you see was made by a 2nd or 3rd shift worker. So show a little respect." Yep, when the DJ says, "on your way into the office this morning,"... isn't that a goofy thing to say? Office workers don't make cars, blue jeans, Starbucks espresso machines, etc., LOL

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Yep, factories and mills usually run 24 hours a day seven days a week. Years ago I worked in an aluminum foundry second shift six days a week for 8 years! Pay was good but what a miserable life. I pretty much stopped camping when I got that job. Thanks for watching brother

    • @laineywright2696
      @laineywright2696 Před 3 lety

      @@Reallybigmonkey1 Whoops, I'm a female. I just like bush crafty stuff.

  • @jamieschmotzer
    @jamieschmotzer Před 3 lety +37

    Your video has been up for 13 minutes and you’ve got 130 views already? Geez, Dave! You’re a beast!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +9

      What can I say man, I love my friends on CZcams!

    • @torjones1701
      @torjones1701 Před 3 lety

      it's the withdrawl for the past month. We haven't gotten our Dave fix lately...

  • @casualcamping3776
    @casualcamping3776 Před 3 lety +12

    Good morning Dave. Great timing on your video. As a truck driver I often have time to kill waiting to be unloaded. No better way to spend it than learning from your videos. Thanks for what you do brother. It's very much appreciated.

  • @virginiacopeland108
    @virginiacopeland108 Před 3 lety +3

    Dave, thanks for continuing to post videos. An amazing amount of the old bushcrafters no longer make their vids (a sad turn of events.)
    You are and always have been my favorite ... I consider you a friend. I appreciate that you are sticking in there.
    As always "Thumbs up!!!
    Your loyal Subscriber,
    Clark

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      You are very welcome Clark! I know exactly what you mean about some of the old bushcraft video makers. I know of a few that got disgusted and quit after multiple years of video making and seeing brand new channels rack up millions of views. I'd love to grow bigger but for now this is still fun. Take care and thanks for watching my friend

  • @rasmusrasmussen84
    @rasmusrasmussen84 Před 3 lety +4

    This is the best youtube channel! I love your videos Dave! You're a great guy!

  • @cristimunteanu9397
    @cristimunteanu9397 Před 3 lety +11

    Watching you from Romania, Thank you for showing us the ABC of bushcraft and bushcraft "tools"! Keep up the good work! 👏🤝

  • @tag1462
    @tag1462 Před 3 lety +8

    Your musings on nightshifts brings to mind my experiences on camping. You see, I'm a night owl. Always been, and that makes camping interesting. You do learn how to adapt to the nocturnal woods as it's a whole different world than the day time. But in my opinion worth it!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +4

      I'm usually a night owl during camping during the winter because it gets dark so early! I do love the sounds of the forest at night

  • @defel1
    @defel1 Před 3 lety +3

    It's obvious that you like your CZcams viewers. Your conversational style is inviting and your content is interesting. I always look forward to your videos. Thank you for your humility and sense of humor. You're the best.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +3

      Thanks David, I'm glad you liked the way I do things. I film videos in a way where this is the absolute most fun I can have! Thanks for watching Brother

  • @martincobb6937
    @martincobb6937 Před 3 lety +3

    Dave... I can't tell you how much I appreciate your commercial free presentations. Always a pleasure to hear you share. Thank You! Oh... and I spent most of my life on night shift and in war zones so I can relate to the flex. Take care my brother.

  • @garys5540
    @garys5540 Před 3 lety +1

    Dave you have taught me so much about bushcrafting. I've been a fan of yours for years!! You are a fantastic teacher and I thanks you so much!! You get me to escape from my concrete jungle.

  • @VictorGarciaR
    @VictorGarciaR Před 3 lety +3

    Dave, I was having a bad day... thx for the new video! It is great to disconect from life a little bit
    At 24:20, if you are interested in knifes with some sort of retention mechanism you should check scuba diving knifes. All of them are stainless and have some sort of latch. Old school ones used a rubber O-ring on the sheath that would be used as an elastic strap for the handle. Modern ones use plastic latches or plastic and steel hinges.
    I own a ScubaPro Squeeze and it has an awesome double-latch setup, it is secured until you grab it. By grabbing the handle, the palm of your hand operates the double latch and its ready to go. It is better than using your thumb or your index finger to operate a latch

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad you liked it and it made your day better. Those scuba knife securing mechanisms are new to me. I'll definitely look them up. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Victor

  • @bradh74
    @bradh74 Před 3 lety +1

    I'm just happy I wake up everyday! Some days I wonder if it's all worth it? Then I thank god for another day he has made for me to enjoy and be part of the lives of others. Maybe you'll get used to day shift and you can still have fun with your friends and enjoy the time you have with them. As far as you tube goes I think you're the only guy that always answers or at least acknowledges every comment. That why you're high on my list of favorite people on here or the best person on here. Have a good one Dave give Nick a hello for me.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Waking up is a great thing! You just gotta make the best of the day. Oh, answering comments is a joy to me! Take care and thanks for watching Brad

  • @jjudy5869
    @jjudy5869 Před 3 lety +8

    I'm a night owl. I was a night owl as a kid. School was painful. The best piece of advice my mom gave me about working, was find a second shift job, so I could wake up at my own pace. Plus, you make more money on second. ;>)

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Sounds good to me. I used to work with a guy that absolutely could not sleep at night.

    • @tomcatt998
      @tomcatt998 Před 3 lety +1

      i worked 2 to 10p loved it,, also worked 3 to 11p,, not to bad either,, then i started hauling steel coils inrmill, that's when i learned to catch sleep at any time of the day or night

  • @louisbecke2348
    @louisbecke2348 Před 3 lety +5

    ExPats like me living in the Philippines just did one too many 12 hour 3rd shifts. Burned out for so long you wonder "is this life"? Work until you drop dead? For what. I shed the house, car and belongings and moved to where life has meaning, a place to get to know yourself. Its shocking what you find out that you were just a worker ant keeping the machines working and keeping the rich richer. Well I found I love jungle survival, photographing volcanoes and all things natural.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +3

      Very well said. Most really are trapped in a concrete jungle. You are one of the few that's escaped and get to really enjoy life. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Louis

  • @ped832
    @ped832 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks again, Dave, for going above and beyond. You looked tired in this one and my comment is days late, but I had to get back to this video and finish watching it. You are good at what you do...keeping us calm, learning, and smiling.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Im always happy to film and even happier to sleep at night! I'm glad you liked it Steve and Thanks for watching

  • @johnnyharperscoutstable5386

    Glad ya got your schedule back in line up. You got hooked up on that cool machete and some of these other great tools. I finally got a sewing machine. I’m slowly learning. Great visit here Dave. Stay blessed my friend.🐸🍺🤙🔥

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Johnny and I'm glad you liked it. Man thats great you got a sewing machine! Thanks for watching

  • @Temp0raryName
    @Temp0raryName Před 3 lety +3

    Glad to have you back after your long shifts. I enjoyed your rambling about that, as I work 7-7 too. Fortunately only three days a week though, so I love having four days off. It is like having two weekends every week! Felt for you having to do that non stop though, that is gruelling!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      It was a tough three weeks but at least the pay is good! I'm just not a night owl. Thanks for watching Mark

  • @michael-outdoors
    @michael-outdoors Před 3 lety +2

    Hello David, thank you for sharing your thoughts, teaching your bushcraft & camping skills, and your adventures. All the best 👍, Michael

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      You are very welcome Michael and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

  • @jvanniekerk1
    @jvanniekerk1 Před 3 lety +3

    Hi Dave. Stopped by Macca's channel. ;) thanks for the video!

  • @davidphipps46
    @davidphipps46 Před 3 lety +2

    Hi Dave, watching this video reminded me of an older video about tool steel ferro rod striker. After seeing that older video I didn't have access or want to buy tool steel. Going through Harbor Freight I happened to see a small blue cardboard box on a bottom shelf near the milling machines. It contains 5 pieces of m2 tool steel pieces. I tool some old wood file handles and inserted and epoxied them in. I'm not a metal expert but for inexpensive tool steel, these work really good, 5.00 a box.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Hello David, man those harbor friend high speed tool bits are the absolutely best choice for ferro rod strikers. Thanks for watching brother

  • @Argento261
    @Argento261 Před 3 lety +6

    Auermetall, Cereisen, Ferrocium, thats all the same Dave.
    Auermetall and Cereisen (Eisen-Iron)
    Mischmetall (mishmetal) got more magnesium in it.
    Best wishes from Germany and stay safe

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the info! I wasn't sure what it was.

    • @georgsiefkes593
      @georgsiefkes593 Před 3 lety +1

      Good explanation! Perhaps I may add that "Auermetall" is an older expression. It is named afterCarl Freiherr Auer von Welsbach, an austrian chemist who produced the first "flintstones" for lighters and invented the incandescent mantle for kerosene lamps which for what reason ever are called "Welsbach mantle" but not "Auer mantle" :-)
      And a big thanks to you Dave. A great video as always.
      Greetings from Denmark,
      Georg

  • @maryspeight2840
    @maryspeight2840 Před 3 lety +1

    Part of what makes this such a great channel is because of the way you interact with your followers, it's like talking with an old friend , never gets old. Thanks for posting. Guy Speight

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Always great to hear that Guy and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

  • @neva.
    @neva. Před 3 lety +1

    Nick Space Force Cadet with shades too cool! Wow so many gifts of gratitude and innovative ideas springing to you from all over the bushcraft community, it's amazing. I like the family feeling here on your channel and in the way you keep things real. Jasper idea is great & stylish.
    Thanks for the contact connections and your time.
    Have a good reset Dave, seeing you in the next one.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks, I'm glad you liked it all! Im glad things are getting back to normal! Thanks for watching

  • @marianfrances4959
    @marianfrances4959 Před 3 lety +1

    Always good to plug in to your channel, Dave. We appreciate you and thank you for every video. Take care and carry on! 👍🇨🇦😉🏹⛺🌲🌳🐒

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, I'm glad you like it and Thanks for watching Marian!

  • @jerrymontgomery8050
    @jerrymontgomery8050 Před 3 lety +4

    I saw your show once and fell in love with your accent and just kept coming back. As a westerner I love it and the information you provide. Keep it up!

  • @flowerchild777
    @flowerchild777 Před 3 lety +3

    Absolutely fascinating, all the stuff your hypothalamus controls. I'll have to do some research on it to maybe figure out how to reset my own. Thanks for that. I'd have never thought of it on my own, I'm sure😩 Glad you made it through your 21 stint and thrilled to have you back. Your brain is awesome, in that it thinks of stuff others can benefit from. Like in a tribe different people contribute different things... it's just enjoyable to watch.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      It is amazing! Definitely read up on it. What all it controls is fascinating to me and help or hurt how you feel day to day. Take care and thanks for watching Angela

  • @ralphwatten2426
    @ralphwatten2426 Před 3 lety +1

    When I was a young man I worked at a grain elevator that had swing shifts. One week days, next week afternoons, and the next nights. 8 and a half hour shifts including lunch. I never and could not see myself ever getting used to that. I was always tired, some times going to the bar at 08:00, sometimes at midnight, sometimes 4:00 in the afternoon. You meet a lot of different people like that but I was always dead tired. On the railroad I worked double shifts starting at around 1:00 in the afternoon and getting off at around 5:00 in the morning. Again I was always tired and when I finally got to the motel I had a hard time getting to sleep because I was thinking about what was going to happen the next shift. Thanks for the video and I hope you can get back to "normal" soon.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Ah man, both the shifts of those jobs sounded horrible! I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Ralph

  • @asmith7876
    @asmith7876 Před 3 lety +1

    The leatherwork on the track knife was really nice, that sheath alone would cost some $$. The Finnish knife looked fantastic too! Awesome gifts for an awesome guy! As for sleep, I was in the Army in my 20's, amazing what you can get used to, sleep, no sleep, no food, hot, cold, no schedule, never know what you'll be doing. Now at 58 it would probably kill me LOL. Not too old to still go out backpacking though, spend time in the woods. Great stuff, can't wait to see the new toys in action.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, I'm glad you liked it. Lol, ah man theres so much we could do when we were younger. Im not over the hill yet but I sure feel my age! Thanks for watching

  • @barking.dog.productions1777

    That wax is awesome! What it does to protect wood, metal, etc..It forms a hard finish that lasts for years. It keeps metal from rusting or tarnishing, and it never
    turns yellow. It is perfect for knives, brass, etc...I mainly use it on my katanas and other edged weapons, but works on anything metal, wood, etc. Museums use it because they can clean an item, wax it, and put it into a glass display case, and they never have to mess with it again. No constant cleaning, polishing, dusting , etc. It is expensive, but it it is the best that you can get. A small jar of the pure wax goes a very long way because it puts a thin hard coat on the surface - that as far as I can tell lasts forever. a single coat has been protecting my swords for years. Of course, if you take them out and use them that is different... it would wear off, and the weapon cleaned and more wax applied, but as far as just handling the weapon, just wipe any finger prints off and put it away again.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for the info! Thats a lot more details than I knew about it!

  • @notquiteultralight1701
    @notquiteultralight1701 Před 3 lety +1

    Dave! Thanks for the sneak peak into Dave’s life! What in sam tarnation do you do for work that has you doin a 21 day straight night shift?? Holy cow!! I think you’re videos are awesome because of your humility but also the fact that you’ve got the survival and bushcraft skills to back it up! You show a ton of passion and genuine interest in what you create! Get some sleep dude!! Aaand we’ll see ya in the next one! 👍🏼

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      I'm a maintenance machinist and the mill I work at always has an annual shutdown where we work like that. I'm glad you like the videos so much and thanks for watching my friend!

  • @davidking4526
    @davidking4526 Před 3 lety +1

    Hey Dave, glad to hear your night shift is over and back to the standard schedule. You’ve been with me since I started my outdoor/bushcraft/survival adventure 5-6 years ago. So many things in my kits have your style all over them. You’re an excellent teacher and human! Thanks for everything!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Man Im loving sleeping at night now! Amazing how the years go by brother. Keep doing what you do. Thanks for the support and Thanks for watching David

  • @ianmickelwright4136
    @ianmickelwright4136 Před 3 lety +4

    This was a very interesting video. Your videos are always great to watch. I can relate to a lot of this having worked two jobs at the same time. I've also worked 80 hours a week for a year. I loved seeing the gear that was sent to you. That was interesting. And we appreciate the fact that you're not just in it for the money. 👍

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +2

      Thanks Ian, I'm glad you liked it. 80 hours a week for a full year? That would kill me man! Take care and thanks for watching brother

  • @justsayingtoday
    @justsayingtoday Před 3 lety +1

    Dave , I enjoyed this video and most of all your very kind way you relate to your viewers. I can see that there have been much in the way of a good up bring in you. You are a credit to your folks and your family.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      I'm glad you liked it and yes, I definitely love all my friends I've made here on CZcams!

  • @JoeDoomsday
    @JoeDoomsday Před 3 lety +2

    Those designs on the spine are usually just for decoration. - It’s my understanding that the little tiny choil behind the larger finger choil is there just to help with sharpening the blade. Basically a start/stop spot. 👍🏻

  • @benthere8051
    @benthere8051 Před 3 lety +2

    Resetting your circadian clock is best accomplished by forcing yourself to adapt to the new schedule immediately. Don't sleep when you aren't supposed to. I've made eight trips to Vietnam over the past 25 years, which is a 12-hour difference from CST depending on daylight-saving time. I found it's best to force yourself to the new schedule ASAP. BTW, I found the Vietnamese are true survivalists because they had to be. I studied their food, their tools, their cooking techniques, and their lifestyles in general. They are extremely innovative. The best garden tool I own was made in Vietnam from what could've been a piece of a fender from a 57 Buick, stuck into a piece of a tree branch. It's like a wicked knife with a 10-inch curved blade that's deadly sharp on the inside of the curve and on the flat end. You can weed a garden bed like a mad dog with that thing. I brought back a number of their veggie seeds and grow them here. Those veggies are super productive. Enough rambling - I enjoyed your video. Keep up the good work.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks for the info. I'd love to go see some places like that one day. They do have life way tougher than we do. I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching Ben

  • @octobermoon9
    @octobermoon9 Před 3 lety +2

    Welcome back to the realm of the daywalkers! LOL Thank you for sharing your awesome and special gifts some very cool craftsmanship there and the information on how the body is able to reset itself. Always a laugh and learning something new here.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Lol! Awesome gifts but funny how the greatest gift of them all has been actually sleeping at night! I'm glad you liked the video and thanks for watching Beverly!

    • @michealfranco1597
      @michealfranco1597 Před 3 lety

      Hi Beverly

  • @baronvonzollo5297
    @baronvonzollo5297 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you Dave for all the content you put out and the interaction you have with your audience. Your channel has inspired me to get back into outdoorsmanship like I did in the Boy Scouts. So much so that I have now been slowly converting my son's old room into my own gear room.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Fantastic to hear that! And I'm glad you like the videos. Thanks for watching

  • @pbodymathis
    @pbodymathis Před 3 lety +1

    Always enjoy your videos and ramblings! You are down to earth and honest. You and Nick keep the camera rolling and I will watch!

  • @sdavis8577
    @sdavis8577 Před 3 lety +1

    Glad you got through that annual shutdown. Here’s to hoping you get more subscribers and could make a living with your channel. You do a great job with your videos and I always look forward to seeing them. God bless you Dave!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks! Ive been on here ten years and still havent broken 200,000 so I doubt itll ever happen but thanks for the support! Thanks for watching and may God bless you too

  • @MadDogSurvival
    @MadDogSurvival Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for sharing your gifts and thoughts! Thank you for the mention too! My ceramic striker is multi use item, it can be used to hone your blades edge, can be used as a flint for flint and steel, can be used to scrape up tinder etc... it’s made from industrial ceramic and is as hard as hell 😂...
    I used to work nights too, hated it! I just get my body clock rest and then I’d be back on mornings shift! Hope you make time to rest and enjoy yourself too brother! Best wishes mate 👍🏽👍🏽😎

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it Brother! I always thought ceramic was brittle, I had no idea it could substitute for flint! Take care and Thanks for watching

    • @MadDogSurvival
      @MadDogSurvival Před 3 lety +1

      👍🏽👍🏽👌🏽😎

  • @heatherbradley5030
    @heatherbradley5030 Před 3 lety +3

    Love your hat 🧢 🌟SPACE FORCE 🌟 one of many cool things Pres T did. ❤️🇺🇸

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Heather! The whole idea behind what Space Force will be doing is fascinating!

  • @s.maskell7134
    @s.maskell7134 Před 3 lety +2

    I love how people send you things you may well have invented yourself. So interesting. Glad you are finally getting break from work. Rest well.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      I'm glad you liked it. Im loving sleeping at night! Thanks for watching

  • @cillaloves2fish688
    @cillaloves2fish688 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you Dave! Nice gifts!
    And I enjoy ur rambling!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      You are very welcome and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

  • @marjiecleveland
    @marjiecleveland Před 3 lety +1

    I love your southern accent. I could listen to you all day! LOL Thank YOU for being such a great, innovative guy that I've learned a lot from. Always look forward to your videos.

  • @j.k.photography3664
    @j.k.photography3664 Před 3 lety +1

    I always learn a thing or two from your videos. But mostly you give me interesting things to think about. Thanks for all you do.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Fantastic to hear that and I'm glad you liked it. Thanks for watching

  • @snaponjohn100
    @snaponjohn100 Před 3 lety +1

    What a great video! I love your videos where you just sit and talk. Boy, were you ever blessed while you were working. You have contributed so much to this community, and helped out so many other people. You have been a major blessing to me. Even though we’ve never met face-to-face, I still consider you a dear friend. God bless you my friend. John

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thank you Brother John! I'm glad you liked it. No we havent met face to face but I definitely remember those who have been here with me since the beginning. Remember how small knit us bushcrafters group was on here ten years ago? Thanks for watching and may God bless you too!

  • @pipingandcamping
    @pipingandcamping Před 3 lety +1

    Those are some neat pieces of gear you received. I'm looking forward to the box opening and your bushcrafty trip. I'm not sure I'd adapt as quickly as you did to the night routine. Glad to see you've survived another shutdown. Have a great weekend and catch you on the next one brother.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      I was really surprised at all this cool gear! I think I adjusted to night shift fast because I was mentally prepared for it. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one

  • @quinntheeskimooutdoors6234

    Very nice gear Dave. Good talk about the night shift. I’ve been there at times. Thanks and take care.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Quinn, I'm glad you liked it. Man night shift takes a toll!

  • @EatCarbs
    @EatCarbs Před 3 lety +4

    I hated working the overnight shift.
    It only took me two days to adjust to the day shift.
    Thanks for the video brother

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      After three weeks it took me 4 or 5 days to feel normal. Thanks for watching Brother Mark

    • @juanbarturen2726
      @juanbarturen2726 Před 3 lety +2

      I know how you feel. I worked for Eastern airlines. DynAir tech. American airlines. For years MIDNIGHT. or graveyard shift... hey you get a day off every day.. Now every day is Saturday. I'm retired.

  • @cloudsrain8753
    @cloudsrain8753 Před 3 lety +1

    So glad you got thru your 3 weeks. All that goodness back now. Thx for doing another video.......I always wait for them.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      It's so good to be back sleeping at night! Take care and thanks for watching

  • @kimberlysharp-ko1301
    @kimberlysharp-ko1301 Před 3 lety +2

    I have so missed your videos! Glad you're back! You are awesome!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, I'm glad you like the videos that much! Thanks for watching Kimberly

  • @73FORGE
    @73FORGE Před 3 lety +1

    Good to see you brother! Awesome gifts from awesome folks around the world! I did graveyard-shifts for Vons grocery back in the day, definitely a differential to live life I only lasted a few months then had to change my schedule, lol.. much respect bro, have a great weekend👍🏼🍺

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Always great hearing from you man! Night shift definitely ain't for everyone. I'm overjoyed to be back sleeping at night! Take care and thanks for watching brother

  • @ratroddiesels1981
    @ratroddiesels1981 Před 3 lety +1

    we completely enjoyed this video ,and liked all the tools and gifts you received . thank you for sharing.

  • @markoda2120
    @markoda2120 Před 3 lety +2

    You just made my day! I had a hard time sleeping so I get out of bed early. I check my phone to see that you have posted a video. Yay!! I didn't wake up early for nothing. Thank you for posting even when you're tired and probably burnt out. You probably made my entire week. Thank you!

  • @mikeboone4425
    @mikeboone4425 Před 3 lety +5

    Dave on the burning of Delrin back in the 70s used to be around a lot of plastic injection molding machines we made plastic gears out of Delrin . It was very dangerous if it over heated in the screw it turns in to chlorine gas very dangerous. I would make a habit of staying away from the smoke . Happy trails

  • @WORRO
    @WORRO Před 3 lety +4

    Buddy I'm glad your going to get back to normal on the shift. What some awesome things sent to you! Brother you deserve them all, ENJOY! Good video as always Brother Dave! I remember about 100 years ago when I discovered your channel, my little boy who's grown now was sitting there watching and listening to you and looked at me and said "Daddy he sounds like us!" Hehehe it's a Southern thing :) Thumbs-up buddy ~John

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Brother John that night shift was quite the experience but I'm glad it's behind me! Lol, only us southerners truly understand the "it's a southern thang" saying. Take care and thanks for watching

  • @opalprestonshirley1700
    @opalprestonshirley1700 Před 3 lety +2

    I feel your pain on changes in the work. For thirty years I work different shifts and it can mess with you. Lots of good stuff you received, looking forward to seeing whats in the box and what you do with it.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thankfully I work first and second shift most of the year. Adding third in is what wears me out. That box will be interesting. Take care and thanks for watching

  • @roberttravistext5091
    @roberttravistext5091 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you Dave , great video as always 👍

  • @tomjjackson21
    @tomjjackson21 Před 3 lety +4

    What a bunch of awesome gifts. For the service you provide, you def deserve it man. You're looking pretty tired boss, get some rest.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Awesome gifts from awesome friends. Thanks for watching brother Thomas

  • @bigal2696
    @bigal2696 Před 3 lety +1

    Your way of looking at the night shift is good advice for approaching anything: what we can learn from it and how can we grow from it - this is positive and helpful. Enjoyed the video!

  • @alanrice39
    @alanrice39 Před 3 lety +1

    What cool items, and wow! That machete, nice. Looking forward to that video. It’s very interesting the way the brain works. Very obvious you care bout people. You are very genuine and unique. I know I speak for lots of people, your like a friend.thanks Dave. Alan R.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Alan, I'm glad you liked it. Me and that machete is gonna get along quite well! I do love my friends on CZcams. Thanks for watching

  • @marciannanderson5075
    @marciannanderson5075 Před 3 lety +2

    Some very interesting gear in this video! You definitely have great karma because people give you neat stuff, and frankly, because of what you teach us, you deserve it! 👍👍

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad you liked it Marci and thank you! Thanks for watching

  • @ou75id32
    @ou75id32 Před 3 lety +3

    Dave that new machete looks like good tool and it will be interesting to watch you using it . Great video as always thx for sharing...

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      I've been using it some since I filmed this and man is it ever a good machete! I'm glad you liked it and thanks for watching

  • @edwardmclaughlin6126
    @edwardmclaughlin6126 Před 3 lety +1

    You are the most genuine person on CZcams, God bless you.

  • @jimmyj4811
    @jimmyj4811 Před 2 lety +1

    I worked shift work for over 20 years. We changed shifts every two weeks; days, afternoons, and nights, all 10 hour shifts. Our days off were always different. It really takes its toll physically! I'm retired now (sort of) and two heart attacks later, I'm trying to balance things out. By the way, I look forwaqrd to your videos!

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 2 lety

      Sorry to hear about all them years of rotating shifts. No one can ever get used to them. Heart attacks are horrible too. Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching Jimmy

  • @chrissarles1686
    @chrissarles1686 Před 3 lety +2

    You should make your shipping address available, we LOVE the new gear videos, and there are many out here that would send you cool stuff just to get the advertising time AND an approval from you testing it.
    Also many do t know what Alice and Molle are etc.. a good video would be different packs and HOW they hook up and what all the terms actually mean.
    Thanks Dave. As always your videos are the best.. because you aren’t condescending OR trying to hawk your overpriced garbage like so many others. Just a regular guy having a good time.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      In a perfect world I could post a shipping address but unfortunately after ten years on CZcams there's no way due to all the trolls and haters on here. I have the best friends on CZcams but unfortunately there's plenty of others I can't speak for. Lol. Thanks for the support and thanks for watching

  • @stephenzevetchin
    @stephenzevetchin Před 3 lety +2

    I love these vids. Dave, you do so great.

  • @charlespeebles3887
    @charlespeebles3887 Před 3 lety +1

    Enjoyed the video. I liked how you handled the transition from day to night shift. Keep the videos coming. Your great.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Charles, I'm glad you liked it!
      It's a good feeling sleeping at night again

  • @curt46oct
    @curt46oct Před 3 lety +1

    I've had several jobs with different schedules, some good, some bad. last job was running trains on the Wyoming coal line. 24/7. no schedule at all, go to work when they call. could be rugged.
    very good video. you sure have lots of nice toys. i love that always answer comments, you have my respect for that. thanks.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Ah man, being on call constantly is very rough! I'm glad you liked the video Curt, Thanks for watching

  • @willynthepoorboys2
    @willynthepoorboys2 Před 3 lety +1

    Happy you survived the 3 week shutdown, I personally prefer third shift because it is the coolest time of day to work. Thanks for the video.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, I do like third in the summer. Wintertime 1rst or 2nd. Thanks for watching

  • @jeffrichards5106
    @jeffrichards5106 Před 3 lety +1

    Lot's of cool gear Dave. I like that JP Pertonin knife, especially the sheath. I've been trying to figure out a good way to mount a Kabar to my Alice pack shoulder strap for years now. You're my favorite channel and person on CZcams, I lost count of how many years I've been subscribed to your channel. Always look forward to whatever it is you want to share with us. I also appreciate you answering all my questions and comments over the years. Thanks brother!👍

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Jeff, I'm glad you liked it brother. Use velcro and webbing to mount that Kabar! Thanks for the years of support Jeff

    • @jeffrichards5106
      @jeffrichards5106 Před 3 lety +1

      @@Reallybigmonkey1 Thanks Dave, I'll give that a try 👍

  • @tmo7734
    @tmo7734 Před 3 lety +2

    Dave, glad you survived the shut down… Looking forward to more videos with you and Nick. Stay well. Stay safe. - Tim

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      I survived! And I'm so glad it's over till next year. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one

  • @richardthompson6406
    @richardthompson6406 Před 3 lety +2

    We thank you for your content and ever expanding knowledge to help us increase ours. Keep up the fascinating content that you bring to our lives and help us grow.. as always bye from Oregon

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      You are very welcome Richard, thanks for watching and greetings from Georgia!

  • @michaelmcfarland3300
    @michaelmcfarland3300 Před 3 lety +1

    Really cool stuff Dave. Thanks for another great video. I had to work night shift for 14 months and I don't think I ever got use to it. Couldn't sleep well on night shift. I do 12 hour rotation day shift now. Much better for me. I also love being a southerner...lol. I think that's why I believe I enjoy your videos , the southern connection...lol.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Michael, I'm glad you liked it. I'm ok with short term night shift. Long term? No way! Thanks for watching my southern brother!

  • @jeffaagaard3346
    @jeffaagaard3346 Před 3 lety +1

    Dave I 100% understand about the shift changing. I don't think I've had a job with normal day shift hours only, in 25 yrs. Be mindful about getting enough rest and drinking enough water. Not getting enough of either will contribute to not thinking clearly which can create bad decision making or cause accidents depending on your career field. I'm lookin forward to more of your videos this summer

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Very well said Jeff. I'm guessing most modern people never drink enough water and definitely never get enough sleep. Thanks for watching and see ya in the next one

  • @jimmcgettigan1326
    @jimmcgettigan1326 Před 3 lety +2

    Always cool to hear from Dave.

  • @redsorgum
    @redsorgum Před 3 lety +4

    I wake up around 4 am every morning. Every time we have that stupid daylight savings, where we have to set our clocks back an hour or forward an hour, it takes me a few days to a week to get back into the rhythm.

  • @granny4751
    @granny4751 Před 3 lety +1

    WAIT .... STOP!!!! "bumblin" "ramblin"???? I call that being HUMAN. I can't speak for anyone else, but the very fact that you are REAL is what draws me (I think) and many others to your channel. There is no pretense with you, no false airs ... just you being you doing what you really enjoy... playin in the woods (and gear room)! So Blessings to you and Nick for taking your time and energy to provide us with your wisdom, skills and just plain ol fun in the woods. God Bless ya'll and keep you safe and well Dave.
    And a P.S.: For those who give you a thumbs down .... I find it hilarious. Even a thumbs down counts as a positive in the 'algarhythems' (see .. I'm not even southern and I can't spell that right!) LOLOLOLOL

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks, I'm glad you like what all I do and how I do things! Someone once told me the thumbs down were from people who wish they were me. Lol. I find that a compliment! Take care and Thanks for watching

    • @michealfranco1597
      @michealfranco1597 Před 3 lety

      Hi granny

  • @terryr.t.2113
    @terryr.t.2113 Před 2 lety +1

    Dude! I worked the '7 on/7 off' night shift in two separate (Fed and state) licensed professions for 20+ years EACH! Was worth it (to me) to get every other week off to pursue certain 'adventure sports' activities! Once lived in Chattanooga (world famous HG location) and worked as a helicopter mechanic in the Gulf of Mexico, 100 miles offshore from the Louisiana coast!

  • @leemichel8199
    @leemichel8199 Před 3 lety +2

    thank you bud for all your hard work you put in to give us all great content ..more people like you in this world would make the world a better place ,,god bless you and your family .brother , your a true inspiration and in my eyes HERO,, take care and stay safe ... Lee

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      You are very welcome Lee and thanks for the support and for watching! I try my best to add some positivity to the world

  • @frankfelix1056
    @frankfelix1056 Před 3 lety +1

    Dave you are a genuine guy
    Your videos are always entertaining and informative
    Even when you are “ranting”
    You take care and god bless!

  • @samgasaway8894
    @samgasaway8894 Před 3 lety +1

    I worked over 20 yrs and rotated shifts every week. Getting regulated was a real chore. I can understand how you can be mind cloudy.

  • @davenport2000
    @davenport2000 Před 3 lety +1

    You continue to enrich my day with these videos, dave. thank you from canada

  • @lancelenoir2875
    @lancelenoir2875 Před 3 lety +2

    Great seeing you online again. Been following you almost 8 yrs I think.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Always great to be on here and always great hearing from you Lance

  • @bradleycrewe1754
    @bradleycrewe1754 Před 3 lety +2

    Awesome video Dave , stay well , look forward to the next one !

  • @sheldonneil5636
    @sheldonneil5636 Před 3 lety +2

    Hey Dave, I think for most of us, it's the ramblin that we love! Yeah, you have some awesome gear fo'real...but I really enjoy hearing your thoughts on different subjects. Stay safe.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks Sheldon, I'm glad you liked it. Rambling is what I do best! Thanks for watching Brother!

  • @57WillysCJ
    @57WillysCJ Před 3 lety +1

    So I am not the only guy that uses old lathe tools for striker steels. Sleep problems can mess you up. Best I ever found is to forget the life you had, live the one you have got. Trying to live both is the killer. I just stayed on my night shift schedule on my time off.

  • @zeuslabarber512
    @zeuslabarber512 Před 3 lety +2

    Dave I love your show,as I'm handicapped and can't get out anymore,so I try and live vicariously through your videos ! 😂 Also I like your knives and Machetes,I've collected a few of them , Oh and thanks for the recommendations !!!😉 Brother I have learned so much from you and your Son's videos, Please, keep em coming !!! I used to hunt,fish,ice fish and camp , and I loved it, now... it's Like I said

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm glad I can bring a little bit of the outdoors to you! Also good to hear you've learned from us. Take care and thanks for watching

  • @kenhughes4715
    @kenhughes4715 Před 3 lety +1

    You must be beat after that stretch at work. Enjoyed all this talking included.
    You received some great stuff in the mail. That machete looks fantastic.
    I would sure like to hear some more stories about the folks you use to camp
    with years ago. (Flat head etc). I think it would be a great video put on a pot
    of coffee and just reminisce. I’m sure most folks would enjoy it.
    Thank you for taking the time to make your videos I look forward to them.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Oh man am I worn out! And I'm glad you liked it. Ive told a lot of the stories in the past, a lot of the stories I havent told are quite bizarre. Lol. I will one day. Thanks for watching Ken

  • @NothingMaster
    @NothingMaster Před 3 lety +2

    For some reason my congratulatory comment was deleted!
    Thanks for another wonderful and captivating presentation.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thanks! And thats weird, Im hearing more and more about comments vanishing. I have no idea why.

  • @RolandForest
    @RolandForest Před 3 lety +2

    Enjoyed your talk about the hypothalamus. Really enjoyed just listening to you stories.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Roland, I'm glad you like them! Thanks for watching

  • @kellymonshausen1589
    @kellymonshausen1589 Před 3 lety +1

    I tried working nights too. When it came time to taking care of errands...goodness! Every thing was closed. I say...awake during the day.... sleep at night.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      I do night shift very rarely and I hope it stays that way! Thanks for watching Kelly

  • @Zorbawon
    @Zorbawon Před 3 lety +2

    I know the problems associated with working on the night shift very well. As you mentioned, you can, over time, adjust to working the back side of the clock but the greatest danger is trying to constantly adjust between working nights and sleeping nights. That was the problem I faced with my job constantly shifting between day and night work. After working nights the first day back is useless while trying to recover and the last day before starting the nights is also useless trying to adjust; so whatever time off will be shortened by at least two days. Some people adjust better than others and some people can fall asleep at any time just like turning off a light switch. I am not one of them. There were studies done that had sensors on a few of my coworkers to see the effects of the work schedule but the results were so bad they never published the results! Other studies that you can obtain have shown the results of shortened life expectancy. Bottom line, even though I loved my job I decided to retire early.

    • @Reallybigmonkey1
      @Reallybigmonkey1  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for the insight! And I know exactly what you mean. Them days off in between nights and days are usually wasted days because you feel so bad.

  • @steveturner3999
    @steveturner3999 Před 3 lety +1

    Thanks for another great video Dave. Just got in from night shift and what do I find? A reason to stay awake! Watching a Dave Pearson video chases away the night shift blahs. Glad you made it through the outage. More great gear for a great guy! Stay safe and we’ll see you in the next one!