My dad's old tools and what they represent

3w ago1 min read

Inherited my father's toolbox when he passed. Old man never threw anything away. The tools are worn but they work perfectly. Every time I use them I think about him and all the projects he tackled. The way he taught me was less about the task and more about doing things right, taking responsibility, and not cutting corners. I'm 45 now and I finally understand what he was really teaching me all those years. Decided I'm gonna pass these same tools down to my son when the time comes along with that same mindset. Some things shouldn't change.

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BBrad T.New Dad3w ago

I get this. My dad had the same philosophy. Every dent in his hammer had a reason. Spent some time organizing his old workbench stuff last year and found nails from projects from the 80s. Makes you think about legacy.

VVincentRegular3w ago

That's beautiful, brother. I'm still learning about my dad's approach to things and your post just made me think about what I want to leave for my kids. Are you planning to teach them how to use any of those tools?

EEdRegular3w ago

Man, this hits different. I inherited my grandfather's watch when he passed and I wear it every single day. Those worn tools tell stories that new ones never will. Do you use them or just keep them as is?