Comments on: Not So Big

By: Paul Elshoff

Paul Elshoff — Mon, 17 May 2010 06:06:31 +0000

It’s refreshing to see the world from the other side for a change. At 6’9″ tall and just shy of 300 pounds, my problems are diametrically opposed to yours.
Safety glasses? $350 for the special order frames.
Hard hat? Gotta use a shoelace to keep the liner done up.
Tool belt? 6 inch extension anyone?

For the hammer in the shins problem, try getting a tube like golfers use to keep their clubs separate and cut a piece about 10″ long, then hang it at a backwards slanting angle with a lengths of chain or wire on the back (lower) end and a belt loop at the upper end so that the head is held higher that in the usual sling holder and the handle is always behind you, sort of like a cavalry officer carries their sabre, only with the “business end” at the top.

Hope this helps.

Paul “Tiny” Elshoff
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

By: Yannis

Yannis — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 01:35:43 +0000

I hope you got your stilettos… I have big hands but don’t want the extra weight in my rig.

Great to see a woman in the business.

By: Becky

Becky — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 11:58:43 +0000

Thanks for a great article packed with tips! I’m about your size – right down to the size 6 boots – & am forever looking for jeans & tools that my small frame can handle.

I don’t do much heavy stuff since we’re primarily cabinet installers of kitchens I design, but we still have to frame knee walls & replace trim. I love my Hitachi cordless drill – my installer is always swiping it over his heavy 18V DeWalt – HA!

There are advantages to being small on a jobsite, like squeezing into tight spaces to grab dropped screws.

Thanks again for the inspiration & knowledge! What a great way to start my week. :)

By: Craig Brewster

Craig Brewster — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 03:31:09 +0000

Interesting article,I am large so I have never thought of the needs of small hands. It is good to see women in construction.