West Coast Man
Welcome to West Coast Man!
Licensed commercial/industrial electrician with 30+ years in the trade.
I share real-world tool use, maintenance work, and life in the Pacific Northwest, from the shop to the farm.
If you're into tools, EDC, and practical skills from someone who actually uses the gear, you're in the right place.
West Coast Man
Pretty sure I assembled my puppy incorrectly. 🤔
2 days ago | [YT] | 35
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West Coast Man
Well, I finally did something with the Channel Memberships.
They've technically been sitting there forever, but now they're actually set up.
Custom badges, custom emojis, and a couple membership levels for anyone who wants to support the channel a little extra.
Absolutely no pressure — watching, commenting and subscribing already helps the channel a ton.
But for those who asked about another way to support West Coast Man, it's finally there.
And yes... "Soft Hands Bro" is now an emoji. 😄
2 days ago | [YT] | 6
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West Coast Man
Yesterday I compared the $100 Milwaukee and Klein electrician kits, and it looks like most of you came to the same conclusion I did.
The comments have been great, especially hearing from guys with decades in the trade.
And remember — I'm giving BOTH kits away to people just getting started in the electrical trade. I've already received a few emails from people hoping to get one.
If you know an apprentice, student, or someone trying to get into the trade who could genuinely use a set of tools, share the video with them so they can enter.
I'd really like to see these go to two people who could use the help.
https://youtube.com/watch?v=T-7VFSVuE...
2 days ago | [YT] | 26
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West Coast Man
Back in my day, Romex was all the same color.
How did we know what size it was?
We felt it.
Like men. 😄
Now apparently every wire needs to be color coded.
Get off my lawn.
3 days ago | [YT] | 27
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West Coast Man
Apparently I have a new problem.
Bought an Axial SCX30 K10 and I'm completely fascinated with this little thing. Already swapped in brass steering knuckles, and I've got new wheels and tires coming.
Because apparently I needed another hobby that involves buying tools and parts.
Anybody else into RC crawlers?
3 days ago | [YT] | 20
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West Coast Man
Today’s mill maintenance electrician loadout — all carried in my Carhartt bibs.
Knipex lineman's pliers
Knipex diagonal cutters
Fluke T5-600
Knipex Cobras
Knipex pliers wrench
Klein 32500HD screwdriver
FLIR NCVT
Kobalt razor knife
Cornwell CTG70 wire strippers
Klein 1/8" tweaker
VIM pocket prybar - new, trying it out
Klein marker
Klein 56074 flashlight
Klein pocket knife
7" Ty-Raps (ZiP tiEs)
Pilot Precise V5 pen
Pentel 0.9mm pencil
What would you add, remove, or consolidate?
4 weeks ago | [YT] | 97
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West Coast Man
Every project has an inspector.
Mine just happens to wear a wool coat. 🐑
1 month ago | [YT] | 27
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West Coast Man
One of my favorite hobbies is turning YouTube comments into stickers. It's cheaper than therapy... and a lot more entertaining. 😄
1 month ago | [YT] | 19
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West Coast Man
IT'S OVER 9000!!!
...Okay, technically it's exactly 9,000. 😄
Thank you all for helping this little channel hit another milestone. Every view, comment, like, and conversation has helped build an awesome community.
On to 10,000!
1 month ago | [YT] | 15
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West Coast Man
Tomorrow morning, another sticker order heads out. It's still pretty cool to think these are finding their way onto toolboxes and hard hats across the country.
Thanks to everyone who's supported the channel. I truly appreciate every order.
1 month ago | [YT] | 13
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