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Adam learns about the almost lost art of being a cooper

And he's as happy as a chippy can be!
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As a carpenter by trade, Adam loves working with timber, so when he gets to meet someone who not only works with timber, but is keeping a woodworking trade alive, he’s as happy as a chippy can be. Tonight, he meets George Smithwick, a 6th generation cooper, which is someone who makes a watertight vessel, like a beer or wine barrel. Adam’s in his element as he gets a lesson in making a small bucket. Will his bucket leak? Will he ever leave George’s workshop? Tune in to find out.

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