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This EXTREMELY Rare Lighter Survived D-Day 1944! UNBELIEVABLE Restoration!

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Restoration of a Very Rare 1950s Japanese Lighter: A Unique Find!

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Top 3 Best Lighter Restorations of 2024

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Restoring a Rare 1950s Japanese Lighter

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Restoring a Rare MINI Zippo Lighter 🔥 From Rust to Shine!

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Lost in Time: Restoring an Antique Lighter from the Early 20th Century!

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Will It Light Up After 118 Years? Restoration of a Rare WWI Trench Lighter

In this video, I restore an antique lighter that was found by metal detectorists. It is believed to date back to 1917-during the intense trench warfare of Eastern Europe.
The lighter is made of a brass body, but the iron flint wheel has completely deteriorated. The remaining parts are in decent condition. To remove oxidation and patina, I soaked the lighter in vinegar solution. After that, I cleaned the body using steel wool. The remnants of the flint wheel had to be drilled out.
After hours of meticulous work with a file and sandpaper, the lighter began to regain its beautiful appearance. I decided to leave the surface design intact to preserve the history and age of the piece. The edges w...

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This EXTREMELY Rare Lighter Survived D-Day 1944! UNBELIEVABLE Restoration!

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This EXTREMELY Rare Lighter Survived D-Day 1944! UNBELIEVABLE Restoration!

Просмотров 8 тыс.14 дней назад

EXTREMELY Rare Lighter Restoration:World War II - D-Day 1944! In this video, I restore a unique lighter that has become a family heirloom, preserving the memory of a heroic veteran of World War II who participated in Operation "D-Day." Operation "D-Day" was one of the most significant events of World War II, starting on June 6, 1944, when Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy to liber...

Restoration of a Very Rare 1950s Japanese Lighter: A Unique Find!

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Restoration of a Very Rare 1950s Japanese Lighter: A Unique Find!

Просмотров 19 тыс.28 дней назад

Hi✌️ In this video, I restored a true gem of antique craftsmanship - the Japanese Photo Flash lighter from the 1950s, designed to resemble a vintage camera. This rare item was discovered during construction work on an old holiday resort. Judging by its condition, the lighter had been buried for decades: the metal parts were covered in thick patina, the nickel plating was completely worn off, th...

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Top 3 Best Lighter Restorations of 2024

Просмотров 6 тыс.Месяц назад

Hi ✌️ In this video, I’ve put together my top 3 best restorations of 2024. These are the projects you enjoyed the most, along with one that’s my personal favorite. The first lighter is the IMCO Safety 4200 from 1935. Its restoration became incredibly popular and gained a lot of views. The second is a unique lighter in the shape of a miner’s lamp, which also caught the attention of many viewers....

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Restoring a Rare 1950s Japanese Lighter

Просмотров 45 тыс.Месяц назад

Hello, everyone ✌️ Today on my channel, I’m restoring a rare Japanese lighter from 1950 in the shape of a fireplace bellows. This lighter came into my hands from a friend, who had it lying around in her garage for a long time. After learning about my passion for restoration, she asked me to restore it so she could place it on a prominent spot on her mantel. She remembers this lighter from her c...

Restoring a Rare MINI Zippo Lighter 🔥 From Rust to Shine!

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Restoring a Rare MINI Zippo Lighter 🔥 From Rust to Shine!

Просмотров 7 тыс.Месяц назад

Hi ✌️ Today, I’m restoring a miniature lighter that resembles the iconic Zippo but was made by a different manufacturer. If you know who created it, let me know in the comments! This lighter was heavily corroded, with deep rust pits. To bring it back to life, I used several restoration techniques: 1. Initial cleaning with a wire brush, which turned out to be ineffective. 2. Electrolysis helped ...

Lost in Time: Restoring an Antique Lighter from the Early 20th Century!

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Lost in Time: Restoring an Antique Lighter from the Early 20th Century!

Просмотров 42 тыс.Месяц назад

Hi ✌️ Recently, I came across a rare lighter on an online antique auction. Its shape reminded me of a pocket watch, and its uniqueness immediately caught my attention. After some research, I discovered that similar models date back to the early 20th century. The lighter is made of brass and covered with a beautiful blue patina that developed over decades, giving it a truly vintage charm. The se...

It Survived the Vietnam War - Now I’m Bringing It Back to Life - Restoration ASMR

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It Survived the Vietnam War - Now I’m Bringing It Back to Life - Restoration ASMR

Просмотров 133 тыс.2 месяца назад

This lighter is a genuine artifact from the Vietnam War era, dating back to 1964-1965. On its bottom, the Peace sign is engraved - a symbol of the 1960s anti-war movement. This iconic emblem became an international symbol of the fight for peace, embraced by both soldiers and war protesters. Interestingly, lighters like this were often crafted from recycled brass shell casings, visible through t...

100-Year-Old Antique Desk Lighter Restored to Its Former Glory!

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100-Year-Old Antique Desk Lighter Restored to Its Former Glory!

Просмотров 17 тыс.2 месяца назад

Hello everyone ✌️ In this video, I restore a 100-year-old antique desk lighter from the early 20th century. This unique lighter features intricate engravings: oak leaves on one side and a rose on the other. However, time had taken its toll-its surface was tarnished with patina, and the mechanisms were heavily rusted. The restoration process included: • Pre-cleaning with a metal brush. • Acid cl...

The Second Life of a Beautiful Relic: Restoration of an Antique Church Lighter

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The Second Life of a Beautiful Relic: Restoration of an Antique Church Lighter

Просмотров 48 тыс.3 месяца назад

This old vintage lighter carries a fascinating story. A subscriber sent it to me after discovering it while volunteering to clean out a church basement. Hidden in a dark corner, he found this forgotten and lost relic, covered in a thick layer of patina, hinting at years of neglect. As it turns out, church priests once used such lighters to light candles during services. The subscriber decided t...

The Lost IMCO Lighter: How I Gave It a Second Life! Restoration 🔥

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The Lost IMCO Lighter: How I Gave It a Second Life! Restoration 🔥

Просмотров 15 тыс.3 месяца назад

In this video, I’ll take you through the satisfying restoration of an old IMCO lighter, a true piece of vintage history, found by my subscriber in a long-forgotten garage. This antique lighter belonged to his father and brings back memories from 30 years ago when he was a child. Instead of showing it to his dad, he decided to send it to me for a full lighter restoration, wanting to surprise him...

Restoration of a WWI Soldier’s Lighter: Buried Underground for Over 100 Years

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Restoration of a WWI Soldier’s Lighter: Buried Underground for Over 100 Years

Просмотров 9 тыс.4 месяца назад

Hello, my dear viewers! I'm happy to present my new video featuring the restoration of a lighter found at the frontlines of World War I in Europe. This time, I came across a brass specimen, but it had severe corrosion. The flint wheel and spring were irreversibly affected by rust. If the lighter had been made entirely of black metal, it would have rusted away completely by now. I really wanted ...

Restoration the Legendary IMCO Lighter 🔥

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Restoration the Legendary IMCO Lighter 🔥

Просмотров 16 тыс.4 месяца назад

Hello, my dear viewers! Today, I want to share with you the restoration process of a forgotten and rusty IMCO Streamline 6800 lighter. In 1950, the Austrian company IMCO introduced this iconic lighter model, which quickly became legendary with millions sold worldwide. Unfortunately, in 2012, the original factory closed, and the rights were purchased by a Chinese company that continues to produc...

I Brought This Rare Vintage Lighter Back to Life! Restoration video

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I Brought This Rare Vintage Lighter Back to Life! Restoration video

Просмотров 16 тыс.4 месяца назад

Hello, my dear viewers! 🫶 In this video, I'll show you the process of restoring a rare antique lighter from the early 20th century. I bought it at an auction for just $5 🔥 During the restoration, I decided to keep as many original parts as possible, only replacing the rusty steel flint wheel and the spring, which had been eaten away by corrosion. I also reduced the wick hole since it was uneven...

Looked Like Junk, but Turned Out to Be a Masterpiece: Restoration of a Unique Lighter!

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Looked Like Junk, but Turned Out to Be a Masterpiece: Restoration of a Unique Lighter!

Просмотров 41 тыс.5 месяцев назад

“Restoring a Unique Lighter: Cleaning, Rust Removal, Polishing, and Grinding for a Perfect Finish” In this video, you’ll see the complete restoration process of a unique cannon-shaped lighter from the Japanese brand Modern. I found it at a flea market for just 5 dollars, but it was in terrible condition - covered in thick rust, with damaged parts and a worn-out surface. After hours of cleaning,...