Tommy Rogers (@tom.rogers.794)
Welcome to this week's #benchmarkspotlight (formerly the #weldershowcase) - we had the opportunity to sit down with Tom from @tom.rogers.794 and talk a little shop.
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Name: Tommy Rogers
Business Name: Rustic Metal Artwork Location: Coulterville CA
Specialties: Metal Artwork
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Tell us about yourself - what inspired you to get into your trade? And how long? And how long I have welded since I was 13 and I am now 65. I have always enjoyed being able to build things from nothing which started out from cow corrals to pole barns and whatever else needed welding on the dairy farm. As I got older I started making gifts for my family members.
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What keeps you motivated throughout the day? I find that building things is very relaxing and rewarding. |
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What is your favorite shop tool and why? My welder because that's what puts it all together. |
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What's your favorite piece that you've worked on? Sculpture pieces. |
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If you could have any job as it relates to question 1 what would it be and what would you do with that? I'm doing it now. |
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What BA product is your favorite and why?
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What BA product surprised you in terms of quality - what about it set it apart from the competition?
The flap disc grinding wheels for there longevity and quality
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What tips and tricks do you have for us that might be different or eye opening for others to try with BA products?
Never stop learning or giving up
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If there was one person you could collaborate with - who would it be and why?
No idea
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Do you have any advice for the next generation that you wish you had when you first started?
Do what makes you happy
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What are your future plans for your shop?
A bigger welding table
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A Note From Leo
Thanks for sharing your story with us, Tom! We appreciate your time.