Men with DIY skills with be extinct by 2048

Say what! A recent study claims that 71% of men in the 1970s learned DIY skills from their fathers. They learned how to use power tools, build stuff and perform routine home maintenance. The research shows that today only 44% of men will learn how to do it themselves.

"Pay attention son"

73% of men age 55 to 65 claim to have the skills to do it themselves compared to the 55% of men under 35 who could. And it gets worse...only 32% of men 25 and under were handy around the house. But say you need help hooking up your HDTV. Not a problem right?

Say hello to the Techno-Sexual Man. The study claims that "men increasingly view technology as essential to their masculinity, resulting in the rise of a new generation of 'techno-sexual' men. Researchers found that 'being knowledgeable about technology' was the most important quality for men to feel masculine, whereas DIY skills were fourth behind being successful in their chosen career and being a competent driver."

I say why not master both power tools and technology? It goes without saying that computer-based technology has become a significant part of our lives. After all you're reading this on your computer right? So having technical skills are indeed essential for the modern man. But c'mon guys let's keep DIY alive.

As for me, I would much rather learn how to do it myself and learn how to do it right (that the important part). If I can't, then I'll hire someone and look over their shoulder. I'll do my best to pass what I know on to my son.

~T