The drier rag thing actually makes sense now.

Really though, is that the worst way a party conversation can go? At least you know they're being real with you. Sometimes people just need to let that stuff out, and a simple question is all it takes. Better than talking about the weather for an hour, right? Couldn't it just be someone having a rough week?

I feel you, that "sad, lukewarm mess" is exactly why I gave up on mine too.

@christopher_rivera5, not every old timer is just bitter about new tools. Some skills from hand work actually make you better with machines too. Calling it all suffering misses why people value that grind.

We used them back in the spring for our new build and they were fantastic. The grading was spot on, and they handled all the storm drainage without any hiccups. The inspector even complimented how clean the utility trenches were. Definitely recommend them.