Vermont Heritage Granite Company
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I Went To Europe To Build A Stonewall
This is a video of my trip to England and Scotland in early September. I was privileged enough to attend the first annual Trad Craft Festival hosted by the Ellwood Branch of the DSWA, organized by 5th generation walling legends, siblings Bert and Lydia Noble. Find them on Instagram @noblestonework and on UA-cam @drystone-tv
I hope that I can attend in 2024!
As always, but unrelated to this video, 20% off all Black Oak LED products with code VHG20 at blackoakled.com.
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Quarrying 15 Ton Granite Block By Hand
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I spent a day in the quarry splitting out a 15 ton block of granite using feathers and wedges and a bottle jack.
Rock Facing Granite - Preparing To Build A Cabin
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In this video I am preparing stones for a stone cabin build. These header stones will tie together the interior and exterior walls of the cabin. I demonstrate using a "hand set" from Trow and Holden to rock face or "pitch" sawn faces off of these stones. Stay tuned for more progress on this cabin build, it will be a neat project
Hand Splitting a Step From a Larger Granite Block
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A customer was looking for a 5' (1.5M) step, I needed to split one out of a larger block that I have had sitting on the landing for a while. This split went really well, the stone is off the mountain and the customer is happy. Watch my previous video on hand splitting granite for more details on the process. Thanks for watching, and let me know in the comments what type of content you would lik...
Assessing and Repairing Flood Damage!
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On Monday, July 10th much of Vermont experienced catastrophic flooding. The access road to my quarry was no exception! Tommy Tophand and I assess the damage, then I make the repairs with plenty of complications along the way. My Black Oak LEDs on the truck, tractor and excavator kept me moving well into the night. Use VHG20 at blackoakled.com for 20% off all products, and help support my channe...
Magnet Fishing in the Quarry Pond
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My friend William and I threw his fancy new magnet into the pond to see if we could find any treasures!
Site Visit: Jared Hendricks
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In this video I went to visit Jared Hendricks of Feather and Wedge Masonry. Jared had just finished this wall that he built using my stone. We talk shop about the trade in general for a while, then we take a closer look at how he built this stone wall, which tools he used, etc. Jared lives on the western side of VT and will travel for the right job. You can find more info about him at www.feath...
Hangin' and Bangin' 1: Alfred Dedam
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This is the pilot episode of the Hangin' & Bangin' Podcast with Alfred Dedam and Graham Waleryzak. In this episode Graham interviews Alfred, stay tuned for the 2nd installment where Alfred interviews Graham. This is just two dudes sitting in the truck having a conversation, maybe give it a listen while you are doing the dishes or something. The objective of the Hangin' & Bangin' Podcast is to s...
Visiting The Stone Trust Campus
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In this video I walk around the Stone Trust campus in Dummerston, VT. Most of the work featured in this video was done by Jared Flynn. I was in Dummerston to take a pre-certification walling workshop from the Stone Trust. The workshop replicated testing conditions for a DSWA certification, the instructors provided very useful feedback. To learn more about The Stone Trust please visit them at ww...
What Happened to Alfred?
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Here's a quick update on my health, and a few other things that I have been up to lately. Get 20% off all Black Oak LED products, and support me a little bit, by using the coupon code VHG20 www.blackoakled.com To learn more about The Stone Trust and educational opportunities there, visit www.thestonetrust.org Stay tuned for the first episodes of Hangin' & Bangin' with Alfred and Graham. Thanks ...
What I Learned From Gold Shaw Farm's Revenge Prank
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Morgan finally retaliated for my bucket stealing prank. Unbeknownst to him, there was some valuable information hidden in his prank that helps me understand the stone cutting process a little better. Get 20% off Black Oak LED products using the coupon code "VHG20"
Introduction to Stone Cutting Tools - Trow & Holden Hand Tools
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Introduction to Stone Cutting Tools - Trow & Holden Hand Tools
I Bought a New (To Me) Tractor - New Holland T4-90
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I Bought a New (To Me) Tractor - New Holland T4-90
I Stole Gold Shaw Farm's Tractor Bucket
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I Stole Gold Shaw Farm's Tractor Bucket
Designing a Cottage - Field Trip to Town
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Designing a Cottage - Field Trip to Town
Hand Drilling Granite - Does It Make Sense?
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Hand Drilling Granite - Does It Make Sense?
Part II - Does My Big Trailer Fit in the Quarry? - Stone Donation to The Stone Trust
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Part II - Does My Big Trailer Fit in the Quarry? - Stone Donation to The Stone Trust
Does My Big Trailer Fit In The Quarry? - Stone Donation to The Stone Trust
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Does My Big Trailer Fit In The Quarry? - Stone Donation to The Stone Trust
From Boulder to Beauty - Building a Sample Panel
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From Boulder to Beauty - Building a Sample Panel
100 Year-Old Relics Found In My Quarry
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100 Year-Old Relics Found In My Quarry
Why I Bought a Quarry
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Why I Bought a Quarry
Introduction to splitting stone
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Introduction to splitting stone
Impromptu Quarry Tour
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Impromptu Quarry Tour

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @danunger2784
    @danunger2784 3 години тому

    So impressive

  • @NoeCruzjr-pc5jt
    @NoeCruzjr-pc5jt 3 дні тому

    This video was very calming.

  • @adelaferreira4575
    @adelaferreira4575 5 днів тому

    Wow ,that was ambitious but you made it happen ! cutting stone that large is a labor of love,as I watch your videos I am breaking stone with non of the good chisel and wedges you have ,no stores nearby sell them unfortunately ,but thank you I am learning a lot from your techniques !

  • @christophergeiger6158
    @christophergeiger6158 5 днів тому

    im really thinking about getting into this , any pointers on a good starting set that isnt horribly exspensive

  • @cayrick
    @cayrick 6 днів тому

    I am an occassional rock breaker and use 5/8 wedge and feathers to clear off a lot I own. Just want the rocks gone. Almost all my rocks are basalt (super hard) and respond well to a W&F tap session. However recently I have encountered a few rocks which seem to be hard (igneous) and no matter how many W&F's I put in a row, they just bottom out, and the best I get is a few small rock chips which seem to be the skin or top layer. It could take me months to destroy one rock. I believe the rock is permeable or porous and as I drive the wedges the rock internally deforms and simply absorbs the stress witthout breaking. I am stymied. Have you encountered this and do you have any suggestions. Thanks!

  • @brianbassett4379
    @brianbassett4379 6 днів тому

    Sure, it's easy with a generator and power tools.

  • @seanterrill458
    @seanterrill458 6 днів тому

    you're a bit of a girl with that hammer ... hit the fkng thing!

  • @professorx7662
    @professorx7662 10 днів тому

    Good luck man

  • @professorx7662
    @professorx7662 10 днів тому

    Excellent channel. Thank you

  • @michaellewon3868
    @michaellewon3868 13 днів тому

    Thanks for the Education !

  • @paoemantega8793
    @paoemantega8793 20 днів тому

    A great presentation, thankyou for sharing.

  • @mrMacGoover
    @mrMacGoover 21 день тому

    Would it be cheaper to refurb that steam engine boiler to run a pneumatic rotary hammer like in the old days?

  • @mrMacGoover
    @mrMacGoover 21 день тому

    I'm just throwing this out there... your a mason with lots of rock that you can cut and move with your own machinery..... why not build retaining walls where needed and infill with stone to widen and build up your access road to your quarry so your able to move higher and or bigger volume?

  • @thisisendrius4378
    @thisisendrius4378 21 день тому

    eco friendly wood veneer better

  • @michaelmilani4387
    @michaelmilani4387 27 днів тому

    Any tips for splitting granite stone that is mostly buried but protrudes above the surface? I find that the rock tends to break off in thin layers and the crack does not migrate downwards. I’m in VT as well, NEK.

  • @lizzybeth2924
    @lizzybeth2924 Місяць тому

    I loved it. I loved everything about it. I enjoy watching the stones being shaped and placed just right. It's truly fascinating thinking of how much has been built with stone. From farm walls to cathedrals, it truly is an art form.

  • @user-ht4pp6ly1v
    @user-ht4pp6ly1v Місяць тому

    Some of my pitch's cost over one hundred dollars a piece.They are worth every penny.

  • @majorleaguegrowing
    @majorleaguegrowing Місяць тому

    rainy days can be no joke in the mountains, creeks can become temporary water rapids. it was pretty cool to see

  • @majorleaguegrowing
    @majorleaguegrowing Місяць тому

    i would have broke my wrist with the hammer

  • @MrWookie21
    @MrWookie21 Місяць тому

    Don't be brainwashed by the system ideology that wants to enslave you into a monetary jail in which you'll only build your own walls. Nobody gets saved by works from which he gets paid for ; but only through grace. The system in which people are unconsciously kept in spiritual captivity is a fair ground ruled by carnies. It's an attractions park in which people are free willingly paying to get entertained and entertain themselves. The merry-go-around is never too attractive enough : It carries you and spins you around while playing loud music ; then drops you out all staggering at the same place you embarked. And time has gone taking away all your illusions...

  • @jacobmiller5834
    @jacobmiller5834 Місяць тому

    I would definitely say no to the contemporary addition.

  • @markmayer2029
    @markmayer2029 Місяць тому

    How do you remove the drill half rounds?

  • @carmelpule8493
    @carmelpule8493 Місяць тому

    Sir, may I congratulate you on your ability to talk to the granite block, and in return, she talks to you in a manner which you can understand. Well done. and all the best in enjoying your wonderful work. I think it would be be wonderful to try and model the wavefront from those impulses you initiate in how they travel through the block to cause the stresses along the contour which you desire. Those impulses are not as innocent as they sound! Well done once again,

  • @martinwinlow
    @martinwinlow 2 місяці тому

    Can I ask why you do not lay the stone with the cutting plane horizontal and put the feathers and wedges on all 4 sides rather than just 3? And... how do you mask the drilled holes for the finished stone?

  • @kimmer2799
    @kimmer2799 2 місяці тому

    Amazing!

  • @c.caub5315
    @c.caub5315 2 місяці тому

    Loved watching

  • @orsonzedd
    @orsonzedd 2 місяці тому

    Where can I download your themesong?

  • @russellegge9840
    @russellegge9840 2 місяці тому

    What about a star drill???

  • @nml4546
    @nml4546 2 місяці тому

    I'm subscribing because of your help[ to Morgan. I'm sure you get repaid in some way (at least I hope so).

  • @geminitwinstryanythinggtta6554
    @geminitwinstryanythinggtta6554 2 місяці тому

    Well, Alford, if you might thank gold shaw farms for the introduction of your content Because I would’ve never known about what you do and your own channel but I love stone carving, and granite displacement and I hope to learn a lot of Experience through you, so thank you for having a channel❤ ❤❤

  • @GreySlick
    @GreySlick 2 місяці тому

    Glad to hear that you had a grand old time in the UK!

  • @lasalleny
    @lasalleny 2 місяці тому

    Alfred! Thank you so much for taking us along on your trip to the UK. I have hiked a bit in Yorkshire and in Scotland (long time ago). How cool that you were building a bothy!

  • @nafeezurrchowdhury
    @nafeezurrchowdhury 2 місяці тому

    Hi. Do you export blocks overseas?

  • @salimyasini3100
    @salimyasini3100 2 місяці тому

    My dumb a@$ buying a flat chisel for woodworking when it's for stonework 😅

  • @dimitarangelov5758
    @dimitarangelov5758 2 місяці тому

    Много добра майсторска работа поздрави от България желая ви здраве

  • @rochellestalans5476
    @rochellestalans5476 2 місяці тому

    I really enjoyed your very unusual and interesting video.

  • @veritylife8432
    @veritylife8432 3 місяці тому

    Where are you, are you okay?

  • @maolsonpf
    @maolsonpf 3 місяці тому

    Friend, you have gonads of granite! One of the better vids I've seen in a while. Thanks

  • @Winterascent
    @Winterascent 3 місяці тому

    Nice. Congratulations on successfully navigating English roads, too.

  • @HettesKvek
    @HettesKvek 3 місяці тому

    Where did you buy those pants?

  • @RichardSmith-ms6hh
    @RichardSmith-ms6hh 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for taking me/us through a beautiful demonstration

  • @arts.4014
    @arts.4014 3 місяці тому

    Did I hear you say Metamorphic type Shist? You can get demonetized for language like that... :^)

  • @loganpirie4387
    @loganpirie4387 4 місяці тому

    Jealousy would be the emotion I experienced as I watched this.

  • @wb2499
    @wb2499 4 місяці тому

    I like how you made this in 30 seconds. Some guys will make a 20 min video because they enjoy hearing themselves talk.

  • @wb2499
    @wb2499 4 місяці тому

    I just found your channel and I love it.

  • @mmjnewgenetix7789
    @mmjnewgenetix7789 4 місяці тому

    I dream of stone walls as a kid Zacatecas Mexico has similar walls to this day I dream of stone walls yet im everthing but a stone mason... I just bought this old Spanish home and I wanted to lay block but I thought no ill learn how to do real stone and hear I am watching you.

  • @IOLE.
    @IOLE. 4 місяці тому

    So funny😂

  • @greenmouseguard
    @greenmouseguard 5 місяців тому

    Al That big rock ledge looks like a shark Very cool Linda from Ct

  • @oliverkhams4429
    @oliverkhams4429 5 місяців тому

    Learned something from you bro. Is this drilling machine possible with the generator?

  • @TheArchaicFuture
    @TheArchaicFuture 5 місяців тому

    Damn i thought this was new! Looks like last year is repeating. My buddy alfred can do anything!