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It’s sort of funny when you have a name like “Old School Craftsman,” people are always a little surprised when you use new technology on the job. Sometimes I think people have this idea of me as a weathered old carpenter who only uses tools and technologies that were available a hundred years ago or more. They think that to truly be “old school” you have to ignore the advancements made in the last century.
Old School Craftsman’s New Shop
If you are a long-time friend of the Old School Craftsman team, then you know that it has been one of our greatest ambitions to build a customized shop on our property for years. In 2023, that dream finally took its first steps towards being realized as Brendon, Trish, and I broke ground on the workshop.
You may have seen our workshop update post from a few months ago. We are excited to announce that the workshop is now complete, and I have to say, it turned out better than expected.
Meet the Master Craftsman
My name is Brent W. Sears and I am the master craftsman at Old School Craftsman. Together with my son and apprentice Brendon, and my wife Trish, we make up the Old School Craftsman team.
Over the years, many of my clients, friends, and partners have asked me about my career as a craftsman. I love to reminisce about my favorite projects, but there is only so much time in a day! I wanted to set aside some time to write down some of my experiences and my journey from my first projects to becoming the master craftsman I am today.
If you know the Old School Craftsman team, then you know we think that every project we do is a work of art. At the same time, the process of building is sort of like a team sport. From start to finish, a new project requires a strong vision and a chain of craftsmen who can execute that vision. It's a delicate process, and if you hold yourself to the highest of standards (I do), then you only work with team members that you trust.
If you know the Old School Craftsman team, then you know that we love Wyoming, Ohio. A small town located north of Cincinnati, Wyoming is a place for family, fun, good food, and local culture.
We have done projects in Wyoming before, including the Victorian Porch Restoration, and were pleased by the number of townsfolks who stopped by to ask questions and discuss the project.
The Old School Craftsman's Workshop
In the ever-evolving world of craftsmanship, constant innovation and adaptation are paramount for success. That's why Old School Craftsman is thrilled to share an exciting update on our new workshop.