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The FitZall Podcast

The FitZall Podcast

By Jimmy Andrew Eric

The FitZall Old tool Podcast
A show about antique/vintage tools and the people who love them. Each episode, we discuss our experiences finding and using specific tools as well as the stories surrounding them. Join us in talks about picking, history, and restoration of all tools we love. Hosted by Jimmy DiResta who makes new things with old tools , Eric who makes old tools new, and Andrew Alexander who finds BIG old tools.
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Episode 2: What to leave behind (Part 2)

The FitZall Podcast Jan 06, 2019

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Episode 45: Everything is Eric's Fault

Episode 45: Everything is Eric's Fault

We all discuss what we have been up to for months while Eric's failures prevented the recording of more episodes.

We also discuss the fun we had all together at Maker Camp in New York.

Jan 12, 202401:37:00
Episode 44: We All Have a Collective Panic Attack

Episode 44: We All Have a Collective Panic Attack

Jimmy discussing his recent international trips.

Andrew cocks 69 guns during recording.

Eric never wants to move his entire shop again.

Jun 12, 202301:42:39
Episode 43: Developing a Hernia Because of Antique Tools

Episode 43: Developing a Hernia Because of Antique Tools

Eric has hernia surgery

Jimmy finds an antique bulldozer

Andrew wants to make his Maytag engines run

Mar 30, 202301:05:09
Episode 42: Opinions on the Future of YouTube

Episode 42: Opinions on the Future of YouTube

Jimmy, Andrew, and Eric have a mental breakdown trying to do math.

We take a look back at what we did and didn't accomplish this year.

Dec 23, 202201:49:51
Episode 41: Jason from Fireball Tool: Is location of design more important than location of production?

Episode 41: Jason from Fireball Tool: Is location of design more important than location of production?

 We are joined by Jason from Fireball Tool and discuss his quality control and product testing methods, along with where the meat goes.

Oct 27, 202202:04:45
Episode 40: Guess which part of a deceased person Jimmy has casted?

Episode 40: Guess which part of a deceased person Jimmy has casted?

Eric is having a mental breakdown over the Barco BR5 Rammer.

Andrew is too bald to be happy ever again.

Jimmy needs someone to organize his entire life on a daily basis.


Sep 18, 202201:26:28
Episode 39: We are no longer friends.

Episode 39: We are no longer friends.

Jimmy is building a coffin go-kart

Andrew talks about anvil durability testing by WhistlinDiesel

Eric works on a sulfuric acid milk tester

Jun 23, 202201:27:12
Episode 38: 20 Ton Manual Chain Hoist, TwerkbenchCon, What music do we listen to?

Episode 38: 20 Ton Manual Chain Hoist, TwerkbenchCon, What music do we listen to?

Andrew is out looking for a special 20 Ton Manual Chain Hoist.

Jimmy wonders what music we listen to.

Eric has mental problems.


Apr 20, 202201:30:36
Episode 37: Does Eric ever clean? Jimmy wants more hair and Andrew tries to make moves on Jimmy's mom

Episode 37: Does Eric ever clean? Jimmy wants more hair and Andrew tries to make moves on Jimmy's mom

How does Eric even exist in his workshop?

Jimmy finishes his trailer.

Andrew is in love with Jimmy's mother.

Jan 26, 202202:20:10
Episode 36: Jimmy's encounters with police, Someone tries to screw Andrew over, Eric's dog dies

Episode 36: Jimmy's encounters with police, Someone tries to screw Andrew over, Eric's dog dies

Jimmy also thinks a meteorite landed on his property...

Nov 15, 202102:07:00
Episode 35: Andrew's wife cheats on him, Jimmy actually takes a vacation, Eric cuts the cheese

Episode 35: Andrew's wife cheats on him, Jimmy actually takes a vacation, Eric cuts the cheese

Andrew yells into the microphone for 2 hours.

Eric and Jimmy try to listen.

Oct 05, 202101:54:17
Episode 34: Fractal Vise, Jimmy finds his white whale, Andrew obtains a full collection

Episode 34: Fractal Vise, Jimmy finds his white whale, Andrew obtains a full collection

Jimmy finds something he has been searching for since 1971.

Andrew obtains a massive collection of fully restored tools.

Eric talks about the fractal vise and upcoming steam engine.

Jul 25, 202102:03:31
Episode 33: Jimmy's TV Show, Eric is Lonely, Andrew Works on a Very Special Power Hammer

Episode 33: Jimmy's TV Show, Eric is Lonely, Andrew Works on a Very Special Power Hammer

Jimmy's talks about filming in his current TV show.

Eric has no friends and talks too much on Instagram because of it.

Andrew does some custom work on a power hammer for a very special someone.

May 15, 202101:53:53
Episode 32: Quick Update

Episode 32: Quick Update

Andrew got a new microphone and he wanted to test it out by talking about the pipe that burst in his home in Texas.


Feb 26, 202120:02
Episode 31: The Little Giant Face Disk (Fixed Audio)

Episode 31: The Little Giant Face Disk (Fixed Audio)

Eric rants about how infuriating ever auto parts store is.

Andrew is so loud he needs to stand 8ft away from the microphone at all times.

Jimmy tells the time he lost a finger tip in a black out.

Eric and Jimmy teach Andrew what a vector is.


please go comment on iTunes podcast

thank you!!!!

Feb 21, 202102:41:11
Episode 30: Using Fire to Weld Cast Iron Using Scrap Cast Iron

Episode 30: Using Fire to Weld Cast Iron Using Scrap Cast Iron

In this episode: 

ERIC talks about welding cast iron with a torch!!!

ANDREW  takes his family on a vacation pulling an empty 30' trailer!!! 

JIMMY found a 37" disc sander and also discovers triple exclamation marks!!!

Thank you for supporting the show through 2 years and 30 episodes.

Happy New Year! 

please comment on iTunes to get us on the charts! 

xo 


Dec 28, 202001:50:41
Episode 29: The Penis Anvil

Episode 29: The Penis Anvil

Andrew declares ownership of all floor cranes.  Eric talks finalizing screwdrivers and power hammers.  Andrew's anvil has a penis.

We review Eric’s new rare antique Stanley transition plane.  Jimmy needs a new car ...and maybe a child. 

AND Remember kids: Never move a power hammer with a pallet jack thank you! 

Please go comment on iTunes if you can! Thanks!

Dec 01, 202001:56:07
Episode 28: How do you harden cast iron? Classic Jimmy rant! Andrew wants Maker Jorts.

Episode 28: How do you harden cast iron? Classic Jimmy rant! Andrew wants Maker Jorts.

Andrew talks about his 7 or 10 Acorn Tables (Jimmy wants one)

Erick talks about the swing saw restoration and why he bolted it under his stairs.

Jimmy hates bidspotter and almost dies of a heart attack!


Please go leave a review on the iTunes page!

Thank you!!

Oct 09, 202001:35:59
Episode 27: Eric Finally Almost Died

Episode 27: Eric Finally Almost Died

In this episode

Eric talks about his intestine infection and his screwdrivers 

Andrew finds and buys everything for cheeper than any one else 

Jimmy send Andrew an Embarrassing accidental DM 


please comment on iTunes and tell friend! 

Thank you!

Sep 09, 202002:02:17
Episode 26: The No Swearing Episode?

Episode 26: The No Swearing Episode?

In this episode we swear and
Andrew talks about making new buildings on his property and learns about Dr Seuss!
Eric talks about the Drag Saw Video Series and Gizmosity Danger!
Jimmy discusses the process of how to move a memory foam mattress !!
Thank you and please leave a comment on iTunes
Even if you think it sucks!!
Jul 30, 202002:00:00
Episode 25: Top Gear for Junk and Small Production Run Options

Episode 25: Top Gear for Junk and Small Production Run Options

Jimmy gets violently angry and swears about delays.

Eric talks drag saw danger.

Andrew discusses his glorious PEXTO Metal station he found on rat mountain.



Thank you to our sponsor for this episode 

 Evapo-Rust 


thank you!!!! 

Jun 19, 202001:32:35
Episode 24: We Fixed The Damn Audio + Special Guest Jason from Fireball Tools

Episode 24: We Fixed The Damn Audio + Special Guest Jason from Fireball Tools

We talk to Jason from Fireball Tools about his unique inventions as well as discuss his collection of old tools.  He recently completely a beautiful antique-looking cover for his antique bandsaw, as well as a chainsaw-powered sander, and a go-kart belt grinder.

Eric talks about screwdriver developments as well.



May 23, 202001:38:54
Episode 23: Brazing Cast Iron and What Our Childhood Smelled Like

Episode 23: Brazing Cast Iron and What Our Childhood Smelled Like

In this episode Andrew asks what our childhood smelled like?

We discuss brazing cast iron. Erick believes he is Not Jesus.

Jimmy fixes a hole in a gas tank at 16 years old with washroom products.

Thank you CC our trusted researcher! 


thank your watching please go to Apple Podcast and comment !


Watch this podcast here: https://youtu.be/487jTxi91Mc





May 02, 202001:40:02
Episode 22: Andrew Critiques Jimmy and Eric’s Videos + Paint Stripper Discount Code

Episode 22: Andrew Critiques Jimmy and Eric’s Videos + Paint Stripper Discount Code

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Use the link or find Safe-Erase Paint Remover

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To get 25% off using the discount code 25fitzallpod


In this episode:

Eric scares the shit out of us about Covid-19

Jimmy talked about his new 12’  lathe  for wood..

Andrew talks about his new stretch wrap machine..

The entire episode Eric is still trying to remove the steel wedge on his power hammer..

.. we discuss the joys of stretch wrap and how to steal “Blue" wood pallets and how to get pallets made from exotic hard woods!

Don’t miss: Andrew critiques Jimmy and Eric’s videos!! (2 anvils down)

Enjoy and if you use the Evapo-Rust or Safe-Erase paint remover please share on social media

Thank you!!!


YouTube Link Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8BO-tcX3wf8

Apr 06, 202002:07:25
Episode 21: Now on Youtube! + Our Time Together at WorkbenchCon + 25% off of Evapo-Rust

Episode 21: Now on Youtube! + Our Time Together at WorkbenchCon + 25% off of Evapo-Rust

Check us out on YouTube
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We talk about the huge machine shop pick we three went on in Atlanta! Eric talks about remaking antique brass machine tags. Jimmy gives his opinion on multi-process welders. Andrew talks about what it's like meeting all the people he sells tools to at WorkbenchCon.
Mar 09, 202001:58:03
Episode 20: Eric Needs A sally SAW!

Episode 20: Eric Needs A sally SAW!

In this episode:

Eric talks about the recent flood in his shop.

Jimmy tells a cautionary tail about the time his dad got injured on the job.

Andrew Restores a 50Lb Little giant! and learns about bow & arrows!

Thank you to C.C. our researcher!

thank you for listening

please go to iTunes and comment to keep us in the algorithm !!

Love and Respect!

Jimmy Eric Andrew


Feb 19, 202002:12:01
Episode 19: Patent Drawing Face Tattoos

Episode 19: Patent Drawing Face Tattoos

In this episode we welcome our new researcher!!! Andrews wife Cece!!
She keeps us on point with the facts and figures!
We discuss old tools, mean chickens, broken teeth, altered ancient anvils and face tattoos!
Also we talk about the mysterious ancient anvil weight codes..

please enjoy and go to iTunes and comment to keep us in the suggested loops !
thank you!
jimmy, Erick, Andrew! xo
Jan 28, 202001:50:49
Episode 18: Mega Vice build and Ghosts!

Episode 18: Mega Vice build and Ghosts!

In this episode we talk about casting a giant vise for each of us!
Jimmy talks about the ghost of the plumber in his house!
Andrew talks about lending money and his terms of service.
Eric Restores 2 1920s pedal lathes!!!
And we look back at 2019 and look forward to 2020!
Thank you all!
please comment on iTunes it helps us in the rating!
love and respect to all!
Jan 12, 202002:10:31
Episode 17: Self Sufficient Shop?

Episode 17: Self Sufficient Shop?

In this ep we discuss the needs for a self sufficient shop and the concept of a "home factory"

Jimmy eats a poison doughnut. Eric is cold and Andrew thwarts a meth head. 

thank you and please like and subscribe and go to iTunes and comment! 


Dec 08, 201901:11:13
Episode 16: Excavator Fights & The Haunted Screwdriver

Episode 16: Excavator Fights & The Haunted Screwdriver

In this episode we talk about when we have enough money to destroy our own personal excavators

.. That time the printing press came from Dallas shipped upside-down!? oh and buying shotguns at garage sales! 

and some other silly shit!  xo 

Nov 17, 201901:35:38
Episode 15: It's all in the details.../The Good of the Land Fest

Episode 15: It's all in the details.../The Good of the Land Fest

Jimmy gets screwed over at an auction.  Andrew obtains a massive power hammer.  Eric finds the most powerful vintage consumer chainsaw ever made.

Oct 18, 201901:34:54
Episode 14: Old Tools That Suck! + Andrew Gets Robbed

Episode 14: Old Tools That Suck! + Andrew Gets Robbed

Andrew gets tools stolen, Eric and Jimmy get mad at Andrew for buying one of the worst tools of all time.

Sep 22, 201901:55:31
Episode 13: Cash Only? F*ck You!

Episode 13: Cash Only? F*ck You!

Jimmy rants about cash only deals. Andrew exposes himself. Eric finds the largest "C" clamps ever made.
Aug 22, 201901:51:28
Episode 12: Our Trip Together/40 Acres of Tractors/Salt & Pepper Shotgun

Episode 12: Our Trip Together/40 Acres of Tractors/Salt & Pepper Shotgun

We were all together in New York! We went picking, did some blacksmithing, and discuss the ultimate handshake.
Jul 25, 201901:24:20
Episode 11: Ya want a BIG one? or a SMALL one?

Episode 11: Ya want a BIG one? or a SMALL one?

This week on the fitzall podcast: Erick wants an anti leverage device. Andrew is mad at vice collectors and Jimmy likes it long and weighty enough to pickup alone!

Please go to iTunes and leave an review!  

Jun 14, 201902:12:13
Episode 10: 100,000 lbs of Wrought Iron

Episode 10: 100,000 lbs of Wrought Iron

Andrew educates us on wrought iron... and wears his wife perfume! Eric reads wikipedia 

and Jimmy tells a rumors about the last 30 Anvils over 700 lbs


Please go to iTunes and comment! Thank you all!!! 

May 29, 201901:38:18
Episode 9: Steel Shapers, Penetrating Oil, & Stuck Vices

Episode 9: Steel Shapers, Penetrating Oil, & Stuck Vices

On this episode we have the one the only ABOM79 and the typical shenanigans!

Jimmy learned how to use his mic, Andrew becomes a boxing announcer and Erick giggles a lot! 

thank you for the love and support!! 

The Fitzall crew! 

May 05, 201901:42:31
Episode 8: Chainsaws, Vises & Shop fires

Episode 8: Chainsaws, Vises & Shop fires

In the episode Andrew buys a very expensive chainsaw chain. Erik talks about the Great Maple Syrup wars of the 1950s'

and Jimmy has no ass. 


Thank you for listening please tell a friend and go to iTunes and leave a comment .. even if you think is sucks 

Apr 23, 201902:07:15
Episode 7: Do YOU Want to see my little Little Giant?

Episode 7: Do YOU Want to see my little Little Giant?

In this Episode Jimmy Talks about his Hollywood diet. Erick Talks about making a new and Improved  perfect handle screw driver.

Andrew talks about his new Tiny Little Giant!!! 

thank you for listening! 

please rate and comment on the iTunes app! 

it helps to get us in the top 1000 !!!


Mar 26, 201902:08:31
Episode 6: Drop Hammers, Restorations, and Fistfights!

Episode 6: Drop Hammers, Restorations, and Fistfights!

In this episode: we discuss what makes a restoration? Andrew talks about the most rare piece just added to his collection. Eric takes on a new space to create his wrenches. and a bunch of other shit.  sorry about a crap edit.. ill do better next time! 

Thank you to all that are listening and sharing the show!!! 

Please go and comment on the show at iTunes!!!

love and respect, the FitZall team.  

Mar 07, 201901:57:52
Episode 5: Hand Planes and other junk!

Episode 5: Hand Planes and other junk!

In this episode we talk hand planes. Andrew searches for wifi network in his own home. Erick says a very dirty word. And Jimmy remembers he bought a 12' lathe last week! Please enjoy and go to iTunes and comment  even if you think it sucks!  

Feb 20, 201902:01:26
Episode 4: Moving Heavy Things

Episode 4: Moving Heavy Things

In this episode we all ramble for 2 hours! Andrew talks about his new 30,000 pound steam engine, I worry about moving a big bandsaw. Eric wants to live in space..  and we talk about moving heavy things for 8 minutes.

find us on instagram 

@fitzall_podcast 

@blacksmithtools

@handtoolrescue

@jimmydiresta

please Enjoy and tell a friend! 

Feb 06, 201902:01:43
Episode 3: Shipping heavy stuff & Bandsaws!

Episode 3: Shipping heavy stuff & Bandsaws!

In this episode we talk shipping heavy stuff , bandsaws and gun stories! 

Thank you for joining us!!

 find some pictures of the fun things we discuss  at 

https://www.instagram.com/fitzall_podcast/

Jan 21, 201901:50:07
Episode 2: What to leave behind (Part 2)

Episode 2: What to leave behind (Part 2)

Part 2 we talk more about what we'd leave behind and the eccentric people we meet while we buy old  tools .. or try to buy old tools.

pictures at @fitzall_podcast on instagram 


Jan 06, 201901:13:22
Episode 2: What to leave behind (Part 1)

Episode 2: What to leave behind (Part 1)

In this episode we talk about what tools and brands we'd leave behind! We talked for way too long so we made 2 parts. See the pictures at @fitzall_podcast on instagram! Thank You! Enjoy 


Jan 06, 201901:13:23
Episode 1: Wrenches

Episode 1: Wrenches

In this premier episode, Jimmy, Andrew, & Eric introduce themselves and discuss how they came together to create a podcast centered on their mutual obsession with collecting fine, old tools. The guys start off by focusing on adjustable wrenches, specifically the more rare and odd designs they have come across over the years. Eric talks about his process of reissuing an antique Billings wrench first patented in 1879. Come enjoy the fun as they share their experiences and what they are looking out for next. 

Dec 21, 201801:35:32
FitZall Podcast Trailer

FitZall Podcast Trailer

Welcome to the FitZall Podcast where we tall about old tools! 

Dec 21, 201801:32