As many people model their "restoration channels" off of you, NO ONE even comes close to your professionalism and perfection. You deserve the millions of views you get.
When I realised you were going to redo and rewind the voice coils, my jaw dropped. That is NOT at all an easy thing to get right even for experienced people. Congrats on the restoration and doing so well!!
My favorite restoration channel. No silly gimmicks, no lame subscription requests, just straight up get to work and make a great video and restoration. Thanks.
Yup. That's also the reason I subscribed. Not 15 minutes of "you will never guess what we will restore today but first let me tell you about my day". JUST GET ON WITH IT!!! Absolutely love also the lack of music although I would appreciate some commentary from him.
The year is 2096. My Mechanics has grown old and grey, but still makes these wonderful videos. The camera pans to a hospital bed, where he systematically explains all the faults with his aging body with on screen captions and perfectly framed close-up shots. A quick disassembly later and the extent of the damage is revealed - joints are seized and arthritic, but the bones and muscles are in excellent condition. The camera zooms in on a hip joint, showing pitting and damaged bone. A caption pops up. "I make a new one." 34 minutes of gorgeously edited footage of amazingly talented machining and tool work ends with a smooth assembly and the trademark before and after shots, showing a much younger looking My Mechanics. The audience is left to wondering how he possibly managed to restore himself.
I believe this is the second video in which you’ve rewound coils. I am still simply in awe of the precision and patience you have. Your attention to detail is nothing short of astonishing.
It's basically the same as winding guitar pickups, and I found creating whole new bobbins without the use of a 3D printer to be the most interesting part of rewinding the coils since I've wound a coil or two -- one in the field when I had a camera take a dunk in a Mexican river and had to rewind the shutter coil to get it working again, or face not having a camera for three or four months. I never did get around to dialing in the 1/1000 shutter speed, it's more like 1/800 because my hand wound coil is just a little bit weaker.
You didn't restore German headphones from WW2, you _MADE_ a brand-new, authentic, pair of headphones. You, sir, are a true professional and I'm truly floored by the level of care and dedication you've shown to your craft.
Yeah, it really isn't a restoration since it is now modded and improved (with bevels, filler, etc.) Still quite enjoyable to watch, but more like creation than restoration.
Since he used some of the original parts and cleaned them up, yes this is a restoration. He had to make new parts for the badly worn or damaged ones but he made them to the original specifications.
The most impressive thing, and why MY MECHANICS stands tall above all other restoration channels on YT, is the fact he goes beyond restoration, actually removing original manufacturing defects. Its a great skill. Perhaps even an art form. He challenges himself in each video, providing us with completely new content each time. Awesome work MM.
One could, on that basis, claim that it is not restoration, but rather "recreation using original parts". There is a subtle difference: If a museum is to restore something, those historic flaws (or, say, sharp edges) are kept to document how the period techniques were. Although there are occasional liberties taken, I often find this channel more faithful to history than many others. Kudos for that!
@@marstr2 There are different kinds of restoration, MMs are at one extreme of the scale, but I think its still a restoration and not a recreation at all. Certainly his work would not be appreciated by a museum curator who likes original patina and authentic dust. MM brings old items back into the modern age, maintaining autheticity, bringing the item to the highest standard it could ever reach, showing its true potential. His items will last another lifetime, fully functional and in a brand new condition... which also has much value for historians in the future. Take this recreation here... had it been kept in the condition it was found in a museum, it sure would look old and historic, but it would not work and besides looking at it, what value does it bring? Noone could actually use it as intended. Now, thanks to MM, it can be plugged into a laptop and used to listen to anything downloaded from the internet. You could even run old recorded German airforce radio chatter through it. Hows that for an historical experience? There is a balance when it comes to restoration and I think MM does it so tastefully. I am fully supportive of his work. I dont think he detracts from the historic value of these items one bit.
@@badgerservices9665 I think we're were close to completely agreeing. A restoration should return something to a useable state, in contrast to a pure preservation, which just freezes the current state. Hence, replacing parts that are FUBAR is completely ok in all respects. Removing purely visual artifacts is also a way rewriting history, but that is probably a purist view. Throwing away that blue cover was perhaps the only place in this video where he made something new in place of something that actually worked, with the membranes being a border case. (I don't know how the corrosion would have inpacted the sound quality, and thus the demonstration of the original performance.)
My favourite thing about your work is not just the attention to detail, but you also do your best to make the thing actually work as optimally as possible. No other RUclips restoration channel would remake the coils or bother getting an impedance meter to correctly adjust the headphones, or even know to do it at all. You're on another level. Just an insane amount of artistry is put into everything you do. Thank you for the incredible videos.
This is one of the major benefits of the internet and YT in particular. Due to the fact that this channel can get money based on the number of views per video allows this guy to spend insane amounts of time and effort on restoring these items way beyond expectations. There is no way anyone would ever bother to spend the hundreds of hours he does on these items as they could not sell them for anywhere neat that kind of money. So it is only due to the internet that this exists.
Well said, and that's the point why I love doing this so much! I love taking as much time as I need for research and trial and error until I achieve the perfect result!
Others have rightfully praised your unmatched skills in the shop but I also want to mention that your camera work, audio, and video editing is also 10/10 perfection. These videos are works of art!
Hands down you’re the only RUclips channel I anticipate to watch a new episode. I can’t even imagine how much time, patience, skill and knowledge it requires to restore these items. Thank you for your honest work. I wish you have anything you desire in your life. Health and luck above all.
I love getting a cup of tea, tidying my desk, lowering my lights, getting the dog under my feet and absorbing myself into these restorations. It's like therapy for me
This is the best restoration channel I have come across. Other channels just annoy me with their sloppy finish, this channel just does everything perfect and the best part is there is no annoying music. Great job.
This was really really the most satisfying restoration I have ever watched. The crazy level of detail, patience, knowledge, camera setting, editing, metallurgy, precision, electrical, manicure….I’m truly in awe. It’s months of work cropped in 25 minutes.
Incredible. Making and winding your own coils from scratch immediately leaves all other "restoration" channels YT far behind. Everyone else takes stuff apart, cleans it, paints it and puts it back together. Your work is real restoration. Outstanding sir!
Essentially voice coils. They are measured in impedance, which is a combination of pure resistance (the wire itself) and inductive resistance (created by current passing thru a coil).
Meiner Meinung nach mit Abstand der Beste Restaurationskanal auf RUclips. Die Qualität der gezeigten Arbeiten ist die Beste die ich je gesehen habe. Hut ab, bitte mehr davon!!
We only see 25 minutes of video, but I cannot imagine the huge amount hours of work and investigation for your restoration. More impressive than the final result (which is really impressive) is your work an dedication from the biggest and complex piece to a single nut of a screw. Congratulations and thanks, thanks so much.
It's so hard to enjoy other restoration channels when your videos are of such incredibly high quality. Loved this one. So many different thing to "make new". Different materials, stuff we've not seen you do before...and all perfectly filmed and PERFECTLY restored.
True ! I started to watch Cactus Hammer. His quality is also insane. But he is a new channel so no follower. Maybe you can tell me how do you like his videos ?
AMEN brother! I agree 100%! I stopped watching other channels, they just lack the precision and dedication MM displays everytime he restores something. He is on a different level Period!
Wow just wow on how much attention to detail your restoration projects have become. No gimmicks at all. I’m so glad you’re not “restoring” just rusty items. The other channels seem like they’re just purposely corroding stuff, then filming the “cleaning” and reassembling process. You’re actually restoring and always improving the items your working on.
Really great work, but myself, I'd prefer that none of the "improving" mentioned above was going on, and rather, a restoration only, as the items were originally made was conducted.
Knowing the hundreds of hours that go into measuring, machining, to say nothing of the equipment needed & your modest "I made a new one" you definitely deserve your view count!! Cheers from Rural Portugal.
@@Silver_Turtle I agree - make a new set and display them alongside the old set. I feel a bit of the history was lost this time. They are more perfect than they were ever made originally.
@@kevinmothers904 it was not intended to be a conservation they were broken junk. They have been given life and will continue to tell the story of W.W.II tech. He didn’t turn them into steampunk Bluetooth crap. Nothing about the restoration process beyond paint and glue recipes differ from the original.
As much as these restorations are amazing, the same level of attention to detail goes into the photography and editing, truly amazing, and simply the gold standard for these types of videos.
This guy is a master craftsman! The only other guy on RUclips that I've seen as good as him is the guy from The New Yorkshire Workshop. Could watch both of them show off their expertise all day!! There's something therapeutic about watching masters of their craft.
I have seen so many copy-cat restoration channels trying to mirror this author. What sets him apart, and I find fascinating is his high level of craftsmanship and perfection. I enjoy watching him fabricate replacement parts and fasteners for all the projects he starts. Along with creating custom tools to make the job so relaxing to watch. When he completes the project it is not a restoration, but a display of artwork.
I could watch you fix things for hours. If I hadn't already watched all of your episodes many times over, I'd watch them again lol. By far the very best restoration channel, or anywhere I've ever seen. To be honest. It's so much fun watching you fix everything that crosses your path. You make things look even better then they ever did when they were brand new.
It made me goosebumps, don't know whoever in which language and purpose used it at that time. You brought their voice,suffer , time back . That's an art. You are a man with well tolerance.
The quality of every element - not just the restoration itself, but the camera work and editing...there's just nothing else like it out there. Truly excellent.
Still the highest level of restoration being performed out there. Your "I'll make a new one" is not just a catch phrase, you deliver! Keep up the ingenious work brother! Thank you!
Everyone restoring old tools and machinery, meanwhile you're out here restoring an old pair of headphones and I'm just impressed. I enjoy knick knacks like these, old tech equipment/gadgets, so this just gave me so much joy to watch. You get a new subscriber!!
I was sceptical at first, because I didn't know what kind of a restoration I would see, on a pair of old headphones such as these. After watching the video I was simply amazed with the level of workmanship you put into this, all the way to the coils and the red and black plugs. I should have known better, this is after all the best restoration channel on RUclips!
I was surprised that such high-impedance headphones worked so well with the low-impedance output of modern audio equipment. They would probably work better in the line output rather than the usual headphone jack. They would be excellent for a crystal radio or a tube-type regenerative receiver. Maybe someday he could restore such a device?
That was absolutely one of the coolest restorations I've seen in a long time. Just because of the historical significance. How neat. Those headphones are damn cool and you put them back to the life they once were
@@MrCarGuy yeah but we’re taking consumer stuff, not what’s in a Japanese recording studio, CD900ST’s and their replacement are also literally from the 80’s or basically from the 80’s
Whenever I think that I've already seen the best of My Mechanics, he always manages to surprise me once again with one of these amazing restorations. No words to describe how great this channel is!
Those should be in a museum. They look absolutely brand new, and much better then the original. Awesome work and I very much enjoyed watching the entire process.
Im in awe! Ill bet there are many people, museums and reenactors that wish they had your skills, patience and equipment to do what you do, me included! Your machinery is top of the line, and you kniw exactly how to use it. " back in the day" we had to figure out how repair stuff on the fly, without internet access things were way different. Thanks for sharing your talents!
It really goes without saying, but your work is exquisite. Truly. You don't just clean something up or maybe sharpen a blade, you take it back to when it was first made and make it even better than it was *then*. I'd call that art more than just simple restoration.
I think the number one thing that sets you apart from every other restoration channel is your care and seemingly reverence for the item and it's history always doing everything possible to keep it original and only making new parts when no other option exists and even then you hand craft them instead of just buying a new screw it's truly incredible watching you work
It takes the patience of a saint to meticulously file between each and every notch of not one but two knurled rings. By hand 🖐️ . Didn't know what all the pieces were called, thanks for educating and entertaining. Astonishing!
i watch several restoration channels but NONE comes even close to your level of dedication, precision and attention to detail. Recently i watched one video and after the sanding the guy went straight to the paint job. I was like "Wait! No filler and sanding?!" And then i realized im not watching YOUR channel. This is my bow to you, good sir. You are legend, artist. I hope you are paid well enough for the incredible job you do. Have a great day.
I really appreciate the care you took in this restoration. Over 80 years ago, someone assembled this for its purpose, and it was used by individuals to carry out a mission. Someone may have heard the last words spoken, or it may have been the last sound they registered. Those people are long gone, but a relic they touched has been restored to live on another 80 years.
The only thing I'd add is that there are that a few of those chaps are still with us. Not many to be sure, but a few. It'd be interesting to see their reaction
You sir, are the GOLDEN STANDARD when it comes to restoration! I can't even watch other restoration channels now since I always compare them to you and end up being disappointed. As always, impeccable job!
You never fail to amaze me with the levels that you are prepared to go to get that perfect restoration. Your craftsmanship is on another level. Very impressive and thank you for the upload.
I've watched many of the restoration videos on youtube. I can honestly say, your channel is amazing. Your attention to detail takes a 'back seat' to none of the others. I believe you are the best there is!
Honestly, I got goosebumps with how caring and masterful you were with the details and the process. To spend hours if not days to turn something that to most (even me) seem like garbage and make something so beautiful... you have changed how I view this world entirely and I do not get how a restoration video can do that, but yours did. Truly, Thank you.
Is there anything you can't do? You are my favorite channel (and many others) for this very reason. You're one phenomenally talented guy, your restorations are top notch and I can't even watch other channels because they don't take the care and perfection as you do. You sir are the best there is at fixing and restoring things. Phenomenal job with these Headphones. I really like that you kept the original wire and everything else you can salvage. 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Well done.
Just quiet, competent work. I love the "pop" the collet chuck makes when it releases the part! This guy is a perfectionist, and doesn't settle for second best. Beautiful restorations.
You sir, are an artist! I stand amazed at the amount of effort , precision , skill and craftsmanship that goes into both the restoration and video angles and editing. Absolutely brilliant !
My Father was an engineer, and I would be willing to declare that 3/4 of your audience are engineers who can't wait to see your next masterpiece ! Thanks for the video, thanks for the attention to detail !!
Aside from the amazing quality of the restorations and the video production, it's a delight to see how well maintained your tools are. This channel is my favorite of all the restoration channels I watch. You are a true craftsman.
The popularity of the "restoration" genre has grown exponentially over the last 5 or so years on RUclips, leading to an endlesss ocean of restoration channels/videos, but I believe your channel is the high water mark. Your video quality and restoration skills are the shining example that everyone else strives to achieve. The fact that you were able to stand out from all the other similar titles and thumbnails to gain traction and find a footing, and that you continue to consistently get millions of people to sit still for 20 minutes and watch you work with your hands without a single word, and that all those people are left eagerly awaiting your next upload is a testament to the quality of your hard work. Sorry for the long comment, it just seemed like lot of people were saying how bad other restoration channels are as a way to highlight how great yours is, but I thought that negativity was detrimental to the compliment they were trying to pay you, so I wanted to try to put it more positively.
Marvelous job that 👍 I don't think anyone would have guessed this was going to be your restoration project from your Instagram teaser photo. Perfect as always.
I’m always blown away by the amount of boxes this channel ticks. Amazing restoration work using finely honed technique, fun projects, precision, cleanliness, ASMR… this has it all Plus every time he says “I make a new one” I have a good chuckle
Sad part about these videos is that they come to an end and it'll be a while before we get to see another one. Can't rush perfection and as always, fantastic work. I look forward to seeing every new video.
I remember my dad had a pair of those headphones, that he kept in his old metal and brass war trunk. Unfortunately they were in poor condition and eventually thrown away. Thanks for a truly fantastic restoration, so I could see what they were like when they were issued to him. An outstanding quality video!
The textured coil tape with the ohm rating on it was such a great detail. I imagine a good number of museums have reached out to him to acquire some of his items. I would venture to guess that it is not exaggeration at all, to say that there are probably a decent number of restored items in his collection, that is simply the finest example of it that exists.
Wooow!! Those should be in a museum! It’s amazing to see the internal workings of WW2-era headphones, and to think that someone used those to listen to radio broadcasts or maybe even Morse Code. Amazing job as always, I couldn’t wait to see what this old piece of tech looked like once you worked your magic on it!
I'm stunned... I've seen a lot of restoration videos. But with this perfection, with this stage of advancement - you're totally no.1! Great work, keep it up mate! Cheers 🤙🏻
Yep, I've seen a few videos from other channels claiming perfect restorations before but never on a level like this! MyMechanic goes way above and beyond restoring a product to it's original glory... he brings out their true potential, truly masterpieces.
You’re amazing! God has definitely blessed you with this talent. I’ve watched several restoration channels and you by far are superior. Your work on these old headphones shows your love and appreciation for the craft. Keep up the great work!
The effert you put in to complete these restoreations to such perfection is simply mind boggling, the fixturing along is impressive, always a pleasure to watch
I cant help but think about what is missing from this very impressive and entertaining video.....the scores of hours spent filing, sanding, polishing, etc. that brought us to the final sparkling result. Your videos are always well done....they inspire, educate and entertain.
When I first saw what you intended to restore, I thought “How much can there be to this project?” Boy… was I wrong! Further, I was surprised at how much I didn’t know about the technology of the era these were originally built. Finally, I had no idea how broad your knowledge is beyond what is typically called “mechanical”! Thank you for another captivating and perfect restoration. 👍👍👍 ~John in Ohio
The fact you went up and beyond and created your own copy of these ~80 y/o 1k Ohm resistors instead of going and buying four modern 1k Ohm resistors is actually astonishing. Truly are the universal craftsman. I'd buy these off of you
Wow 😍 my favorite moments was when you made new bobbins 🧵 and new plastic connectors at the end 🤩 awesome skills , you definitely deserve an Oscar my friend 👏
Absolut genial! Ich finde auch das du der beste Restaurateur auf RUclips bist. Du baust jede Kleinigkeit aus und machst es neu. Absolut klasse was für ein Wissen du hast und wie detailliert du alles nachbauen kannst. Respekt vor dieser Leistung 👍🏽😊 Es ist sicherlich extrem aufwändig so klasse Videos zu machen aber gerne mehr davon. Am liebsten jede Woche eins 😄
I have a challenging piece of complex machinery that I hope you'd be interested in restoring. It came off the assembly line in 1948, and for many years was a very nice looking machine and all the parts functioned properly, with no signs of wear. Unfortunately, it's now on its last legs. It has many assemblies and sub-assemblies, all interconnected and essential to the machine's proper function. Both the exterior appearance and the guts of the machine need extensive work. Care to take on the challenge? Oh, I almost forgot... This antique piece of machinery that came into this world in 1948 is my once-new and healthy physical body, now 75 years old and showing definite signs of wear in all components. I hope you'll feel up to the task of restoring it to its former glory. By the way, wonderful video, as always. In fact, I owned for years and recently sold a set of headphones very similar to the ones you just brought back to life. Mine, though, still looked pretty much like the pair you had before you started working on it.
I’m always amazed at the work you put into repairs/restoration, it’s not just the actual piece, it’s all the jigs and special tools you make as well, that will never be used for anything else
The detail. The camera work. The precision. The clean hands and nails and workspace. It’s not lost on me. Insanely awesome.
Agreed.
The sound is also amazing
clean, manicured nails... 👍
he is like a surgeon for machines
He is wearing gloves while working as you can see.
As many people model their "restoration channels" off of you, NO ONE even comes close to your professionalism and perfection. You deserve the millions of views you get.
Thank you very much, I really do appreciate it :-)
100% agree
1000% AGREE 😍😍 Amazing level extreme
Absolutely!
Have you watched tysytube
YOU MADE NEW COILS FROM SCRATCH?!?!
The amount of skill and dedication to the craft here is truly unparalleled. You have my ultimate respect.
Nothing is impossible, thank you very much
@Otame jot that down
@@otame4858 he means "write that down" as in he is impressed with your words of wisdom
@Otame it's an It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia reference actually lol
@Otame no, with hard work and dedication
When I realised you were going to redo and rewind the voice coils, my jaw dropped. That is NOT at all an easy thing to get right even for experienced people. Congrats on the restoration and doing so well!!
My favorite restoration channel. No silly gimmicks, no lame subscription requests, just straight up get to work and make a great video and restoration. Thanks.
Yup. That's also the reason I subscribed. Not 15 minutes of "you will never guess what we will restore today but first let me tell you about my day". JUST GET ON WITH IT!!! Absolutely love also the lack of music although I would appreciate some commentary from him.
Well said
The only one I've seen that doesn't ask to subscribe, yet the only one I'm subscribed to.
Odd that isn’t it? It’s almost like the best way to get people to like and subscribe is to make likeable content worth subscribing to.
@@EbonyPope His videos speak for themselves.
The year is 2096. My Mechanics has grown old and grey, but still makes these wonderful videos. The camera pans to a hospital bed, where he systematically explains all the faults with his aging body with on screen captions and perfectly framed close-up shots. A quick disassembly later and the extent of the damage is revealed - joints are seized and arthritic, but the bones and muscles are in excellent condition. The camera zooms in on a hip joint, showing pitting and damaged bone. A caption pops up. "I make a new one." 34 minutes of gorgeously edited footage of amazingly talented machining and tool work ends with a smooth assembly and the trademark before and after shots, showing a much younger looking My Mechanics. The audience is left to wondering how he possibly managed to restore himself.
Cool story, thanks for sharing :-)
this gave me a chuckle
I believe this is the second video in which you’ve rewound coils. I am still simply in awe of the precision and patience you have. Your attention to detail is nothing short of astonishing.
I'm like, "He's not gonna... what???" 😂
The impedance check was the cherry on the cake.
MF has a special coil winding machine that counts the coils. Next. Level.
It's basically the same as winding guitar pickups, and I found creating whole new bobbins without the use of a 3D printer to be the most interesting part of rewinding the coils since I've wound a coil or two -- one in the field when I had a camera take a dunk in a Mexican river and had to rewind the shutter coil to get it working again, or face not having a camera for three or four months. I never did get around to dialing in the 1/1000 shutter speed, it's more like 1/800 because my hand wound coil is just a little bit weaker.
That's not a restoration,that's art.
Nice to hear that, thank you very much :-)
art restoring useless garbage
to me, that's magic
"you dig so deep in the RUclips and unearth a diamond.
Every video I've watched is like art. 👍 love them too
This is wizard-level restoration, there's no other way to describe it.
Bringing back a narrator from the 1950s
You didn't restore German headphones from WW2, you _MADE_ a brand-new, authentic, pair of headphones. You, sir, are a true professional and I'm truly floored by the level of care and dedication you've shown to your craft.
Thank you very much, I really do appreciate it :-)
Yeah, it really isn't a restoration since it is now modded and improved (with bevels, filler, etc.) Still quite enjoyable to watch, but more like creation than restoration.
Since he used some of the original parts and cleaned them up, yes this is a restoration. He had to make new parts for the badly worn or damaged ones but he made them to the original specifications.
@@SMcCaskill I quite agree.
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The most impressive thing, and why MY MECHANICS stands tall above all other restoration channels on YT, is the fact he goes beyond restoration, actually removing original manufacturing defects. Its a great skill. Perhaps even an art form. He challenges himself in each video, providing us with completely new content each time. Awesome work MM.
Totally agree 👍
I always love it when they countersink the holes and file off casting defects lol
One could, on that basis, claim that it is not restoration, but rather "recreation using original parts". There is a subtle difference: If a museum is to restore something, those historic flaws (or, say, sharp edges) are kept to document how the period techniques were.
Although there are occasional liberties taken, I often find this channel more faithful to history than many others. Kudos for that!
@@marstr2 There are different kinds of restoration, MMs are at one extreme of the scale, but I think its still a restoration and not a recreation at all. Certainly his work would not be appreciated by a museum curator who likes original patina and authentic dust. MM brings old items back into the modern age, maintaining autheticity, bringing the item to the highest standard it could ever reach, showing its true potential. His items will last another lifetime, fully functional and in a brand new condition... which also has much value for historians in the future.
Take this recreation here... had it been kept in the condition it was found in a museum, it sure would look old and historic, but it would not work and besides looking at it, what value does it bring? Noone could actually use it as intended. Now, thanks to MM, it can be plugged into a laptop and used to listen to anything downloaded from the internet. You could even run old recorded German airforce radio chatter through it. Hows that for an historical experience?
There is a balance when it comes to restoration and I think MM does it so tastefully. I am fully supportive of his work. I dont think he detracts from the historic value of these items one bit.
@@badgerservices9665 I think we're were close to completely agreeing.
A restoration should return something to a useable state, in contrast to a pure preservation, which just freezes the current state. Hence, replacing parts that are FUBAR is completely ok in all respects. Removing purely visual artifacts is also a way rewriting history, but that is probably a purist view.
Throwing away that blue cover was perhaps the only place in this video where he made something new in place of something that actually worked, with the membranes being a border case. (I don't know how the corrosion would have inpacted the sound quality, and thus the demonstration of the original performance.)
My favourite thing about your work is not just the attention to detail, but you also do your best to make the thing actually work as optimally as possible. No other RUclips restoration channel would remake the coils or bother getting an impedance meter to correctly adjust the headphones, or even know to do it at all. You're on another level. Just an insane amount of artistry is put into everything you do. Thank you for the incredible videos.
This is one of the major benefits of the internet and YT in particular. Due to the fact that this channel can get money based on the number of views per video allows this guy to spend insane amounts of time and effort on restoring these items way beyond expectations.
There is no way anyone would ever bother to spend the hundreds of hours he does on these items as they could not sell them for anywhere neat that kind of money.
So it is only due to the internet that this exists.
Well said, and that's the point why I love doing this so much!
I love taking as much time as I need for research and trial and error until I achieve the perfect result!
Others have rightfully praised your unmatched skills in the shop but I also want to mention that your camera work, audio, and video editing is also 10/10 perfection. These videos are works of art!
Thank you so much :-)
Absolutely right.
Hands down you’re the only RUclips channel I anticipate to watch a new episode.
I can’t even imagine how much time, patience, skill and knowledge it requires to restore these items.
Thank you for your honest work. I wish you have anything you desire in your life.
Health and luck above all.
You're the best!
@@mymechanics no YOU are 😊
When you made new bobbins and rewound the coils, that was another whole level. Incredible.
I love getting a cup of tea, tidying my desk, lowering my lights, getting the dog under my feet and absorbing myself into these restorations. It's like therapy for me
Enjoy!
This is the best restoration channel I have come across. Other channels just annoy me with their sloppy finish, this channel just does everything perfect and the best part is there is no annoying music. Great job.
Nice to hear that, thank you very much :-)
i also suggest tysy tube and Mr.patina, they have similar restoration content.
I used to watch tysytube but they started adding sound effects in post and i just find it obnoxious
“He is the one”
This was really really the most satisfying restoration I have ever watched. The crazy level of detail, patience, knowledge, camera setting, editing, metallurgy, precision, electrical, manicure….I’m truly in awe. It’s months of work cropped in 25 minutes.
The whole video is perfection in perfection
I was mesmerized.
He is professional, i don’t think it took him more then a month. Maybe couple hours a day. Maybe not even that.
@@JohnSmith-pj1xx agreed
"manicure" XD
I was skeptical at first, but amazed at the end. The guy really made a new driver. Also, he spam “I make a new one” like it is nothing. Crazy stuff
Incredible. Making and winding your own coils from scratch immediately leaves all other "restoration" channels YT far behind. Everyone else takes stuff apart, cleans it, paints it and puts it back together. Your work is real restoration. Outstanding sir!
Thank you very much, much appreciated :-)
Watch linguoer, she rewinds a lot of engines and on a totaly different level. Poor class. But respect.
Did we seriously just witness this man fashion, from nothing, a new set of resistors!? Wow. Amazing. This is art.
Nothing is impossible ;-)
Inductors.
The skill level of his work is awesome.
Essentially voice coils. They are measured in impedance, which is a combination of pure resistance (the wire itself) and inductive resistance (created by current passing thru a coil).
This man can basically manufacture these things at that point.
Meiner Meinung nach mit Abstand der Beste Restaurationskanal auf RUclips. Die Qualität der gezeigten Arbeiten ist die Beste die ich je gesehen habe. Hut ab, bitte mehr davon!!
Vielen lieben Dank, das freut mich. Ich arbeite daran ;-)
We only see 25 minutes of video, but I cannot imagine the huge amount hours of work and investigation for your restoration. More impressive than the final result (which is really impressive) is your work an dedication from the biggest and complex piece to a single nut of a screw.
Congratulations and thanks, thanks so much.
It's so hard to enjoy other restoration channels when your videos are of such incredibly high quality.
Loved this one. So many different thing to "make new". Different materials, stuff we've not seen you do before...and all perfectly filmed and PERFECTLY restored.
Аминь!
True ! I started to watch Cactus Hammer. His quality is also insane. But he is a new channel so no follower. Maybe you can tell me how do you like his videos ?
AMEN brother! I agree 100%! I stopped watching other channels, they just lack the precision and dedication MM displays everytime he restores something. He is on a different level Period!
You said it all! 💯
I just call them MM copy cats and click away. Even turning a screw on MM is so graceful and the others can't get that right, haha.
Wow just wow on how much attention to detail your restoration projects have become. No gimmicks at all. I’m so glad you’re not “restoring” just rusty items. The other channels seem like they’re just purposely corroding stuff, then filming the “cleaning” and reassembling process. You’re actually restoring and always improving the items your working on.
Thank you very much, I really do appreciate it :-)
yes, some of restoration projects here on RUclips seem very suspicious with the condition of items they restored.
Really great work, but myself, I'd prefer that none of the "improving" mentioned above was going on, and rather, a restoration only, as the items were originally made was conducted.
There are other channels for that. My Mechanics does remakes, others remasters.
@@nazrey8910 Rusted rubber parts and stuff like that?
Your restorations give me a new perspective on the deemed unfixable. They help me to see the beauty within. I feel so honored to witness your art.
IKR? Seeing what can be done one understands that a lot of things can be actually salvaged.
Knowing the hundreds of hours that go into measuring, machining, to say nothing of the equipment needed & your modest "I made a new one" you definitely deserve your view count!! Cheers from Rural Portugal.
Too insanely good. This looks more of a new fabrication than a restoration. Just wow.
I agree. I think he could have fabricated a new set.
@@Silver_Turtle I agree - make a new set and display them alongside the old set. I feel a bit of the history was lost this time. They are more perfect than they were ever made originally.
And that's the problem, all its history is now gone. Restoration is not conservation.
@@kevinmothers904 It was broken, Kevin. now it works. restored 100%
@@kevinmothers904 it was not intended to be a conservation they were broken junk. They have been given life and will continue to tell the story of W.W.II tech. He didn’t turn them into steampunk Bluetooth crap. Nothing about the restoration process beyond paint and glue recipes differ from the original.
As much as these restorations are amazing, the same level of attention to detail goes into the photography and editing, truly amazing, and simply the gold standard for these types of videos.
Agree. The video documentation of this meticulous restoration is incredible in itself.
Thank you very much!
You're the only making/restoration channel I watch at actual speed. Your pace is so pleasant that it must be watched the way it is.
So true! I almost always watch other channels at double speed, but not MM.
Same! I usually speed up other videos because they don't keep consistent, interesting pace. My Mechanics is the top game even in that :)
Glad to hear that, thank you very much
@@kingofanything8074, so as I do. 1,5x speed just when there is some talking/explanations by the maker/restorer.
Otherwise is 2x speed.
@@Rillka, My Mechanincs is THE BEST channel I have the plasure to be a follower.
This guy is a master craftsman! The only other guy on RUclips that I've seen as good as him is the guy from The New Yorkshire Workshop. Could watch both of them show off their expertise all day!! There's something therapeutic about watching masters of their craft.
I have seen so many copy-cat restoration channels trying to mirror this author. What sets him apart, and I find fascinating is his high level of craftsmanship and perfection. I enjoy watching him fabricate replacement parts and fasteners for all the projects he starts. Along with creating custom tools to make the job so relaxing to watch. When he completes the project it is not a restoration, but a display of artwork.
The behind the scenes work he has to do for the jigs alone would be a great video series.
I could watch you fix things for hours. If I hadn't already watched all of your episodes many times over, I'd watch them again lol. By far the very best restoration channel, or anywhere I've ever seen. To be honest.
It's so much fun watching you fix everything that crosses your path. You make things look even better then they ever did when they were brand new.
Thank you very much, I'm glad you like it :-)
I watched most of them twice, some three times, its mesmerizing
@@TheMieremetrob lol same buddy. He makes it so much fun and interesting to watch. It's not repetitive, and you can learn new tricks
@@mymechanics hey no problem buddy. I'm a huge fan of your channel
Yes! I'm suffering from the same problem. I watched ALL of them too. I never done that with any channel. 🤣
You don't have tell us it's a perfect restoration. Your name says it all. I'm so excited to watch this.
100%
So true!
100% exactly what I thought the moment the notification arrived! 👌
100%. of all the restoration channels out there, he does it the most perfect way possible.
@@Ooq96 Every time, without fail 👌
It made me goosebumps, don't know whoever in which language and purpose used it at that time. You brought their voice,suffer , time back .
That's an art. You are a man with well tolerance.
Can we all agree that the jigs alone he made are more than 99% of us could ever make?!? Thanks for another amazing masterpiece.
The quality of every element - not just the restoration itself, but the camera work and editing...there's just nothing else like it out there. Truly excellent.
Thanks a lot!
Still the highest level of restoration being performed out there. Your "I'll make a new one" is not just a catch phrase, you deliver! Keep up the ingenious work brother! Thank you!
Thanks a lot for being here :-)
Everyone restoring old tools and machinery, meanwhile you're out here restoring an old pair of headphones and I'm just impressed. I enjoy knick knacks like these, old tech equipment/gadgets, so this just gave me so much joy to watch. You get a new subscriber!!
I was sceptical at first, because I didn't know what kind of a restoration I would see, on a pair of old headphones such as these.
After watching the video I was simply amazed with the level of workmanship you put into this, all the way to the coils and the red and black plugs.
I should have known better, this is after all the best restoration channel on RUclips!
Wow, thank you very much for your nice comment!
Beats by Mymechanics now available. Very nice result once again and I'm thrilled by your wires. Extraordinary work!
Thank you very much!
Very moist! I'm surprised you didn't need an amp for all that impedance. Mine were super quiet until I used one.
Have you tried with a proper stero system? Mine very very quiet too when I tested on my phone.
I was surprised that such high-impedance headphones worked so well with the low-impedance output of modern audio equipment. They would probably work better in the line output rather than the usual headphone jack. They would be excellent for a crystal radio or a tube-type regenerative receiver. Maybe someday he could restore such a device?
I would love to see him restore an old radio...
@@mymechanics I'm not cool enough to have a proper stereo system.
That was absolutely one of the coolest restorations I've seen in a long time. Just because of the historical significance. How neat. Those headphones are damn cool and you put them back to the life they once were
Richtig schön geworden. So viel Hingabe und Geduld wird mit diesem besonderen Ergebnis belohnt. 🙂
I don't find anything like him on RUclips all of his competitors, that he treats the piece as if it were a member of his house
I'm truly amazed at how good condition some of the pieces were even before restoration
They made things to last back then , a pair of headphones was not disposable.
@@1973Washu headphones still aren’t disposable, unless you’re buying some Sony/Bose garbage or any other terrible brand like Skull Candy
@@anostio Sony makes everything from consumer-grade to professional
@@MrCarGuy yeah but we’re taking consumer stuff, not what’s in a Japanese recording studio, CD900ST’s and their replacement are also literally from the 80’s or basically from the 80’s
Seeing audio equipment from the 30s, 40s and 50s in daily use in professional recording studios is not uncommon. 60s and up are as good as new;-)
I've never seen anyone with more patience and more attention to detail than you. The level of these skills is superhuman.
Thank you very much :-)
Such beautiful work. You’re my favourite restoration channel, your attention to detail is amazing!
Thank you very much :-)
The best!!!
Whenever I think that I've already seen the best of My Mechanics, he always manages to surprise me once again with one of these amazing restorations. No words to describe how great this channel is!
I thought the same thing. "this should be good but probably not his best." how wrong I was!
It's sad that you make other restoration channels seem mediocre. I'm in awe of your mastery and your videos are so well made.
Thank you very much, much appreciated :-)
Those should be in a museum. They look absolutely brand new, and much better then the original. Awesome work and I very much enjoyed watching the entire process.
Unfortunately, they wouldn't accept it because it's better than original, therefore not authentic. :))
I agree! What a level of detail.
"Let it go, Indiana…"
@@aserta Very true. There is a difference between curation and restoration. Though, of course, both have there place in a museum.
they look noyhing llike they would have been duuring ww2
Im in awe! Ill bet there are many people, museums and reenactors that wish they had your skills, patience and equipment to do what you do, me included! Your machinery is top of the line, and you kniw exactly how to use it. " back in the day" we had to figure out how repair stuff on the fly, without internet access things were way different. Thanks for sharing your talents!
It really goes without saying, but your work is exquisite. Truly. You don't just clean something up or maybe sharpen a blade, you take it back to when it was first made and make it even better than it was *then*. I'd call that art more than just simple restoration.
Wow, thank you!
I think the number one thing that sets you apart from every other restoration channel is your care and seemingly reverence for the item and it's history always doing everything possible to keep it original and only making new parts when no other option exists and even then you hand craft them instead of just buying a new screw it's truly incredible watching you work
You once again, turned a common manufactured item into a work of art. Amazing and as usual flawless.
nowadays its just cheap plastic crap meant to be used until it breaks and thrown away, and buy another one. Nothing is really worth fixing these days.
Thanks again!
It takes the patience of a saint to meticulously file between each and every notch of not one but two knurled rings. By hand 🖐️ . Didn't know what all the pieces were called, thanks for educating and entertaining. Astonishing!
i watch several restoration channels but NONE comes even close to your level of dedication, precision and attention to detail. Recently i watched one video and after the sanding the guy went straight to the paint job. I was like "Wait! No filler and sanding?!" And then i realized im not watching YOUR channel. This is my bow to you, good sir. You are legend, artist. I hope you are paid well enough for the incredible job you do. Have a great day.
Thank you very much, I really do appreciate it :-)
I really appreciate the care you took in this restoration. Over 80 years ago, someone assembled this for its purpose, and it was used by individuals to carry out a mission. Someone may have heard the last words spoken, or it may have been the last sound they registered. Those people are long gone, but a relic they touched has been restored to live on another 80 years.
The only thing I'd add is that there are that a few of those chaps are still with us. Not many to be sure, but a few. It'd be interesting to see their reaction
I wonder what they were used for in Germany 80 years ago? 🤔
@@Calamity_Jack -Calling in artillery to Soviet positions...or relaying bomber alerts...or ordering more strudel.
These were mostly used for morsing and such I guess
@@mymechanics I pictured them being older. Someone adjusting their crystal set, searching for the lastest news or music.
I am a conference interpreter. Those would make and indescribable Christmas gift. My Lord the work and attention to detail you put into it.😮
You sir, are the GOLDEN STANDARD when it comes to restoration! I can't even watch other restoration channels now since I always compare them to you and end up being disappointed.
As always, impeccable job!
Nice to hear that, thank you :-)
you have no idea how happy i get when i see "i make new one" or when i see him unwind the coils. Best restoration channel out there by far!
I appreciate that
You never fail to amaze me with the levels that you are prepared to go to get that perfect restoration. Your craftsmanship is on another level. Very impressive and thank you for the upload.
Thank you very much!
"I make a new one" - gets me every time! And now you made new coils as well - genius!!
Was für eine Arbeit und Ruhe dabei, so konzentriert und sauber. Meinen Respekt hast du.
Vielen herzlichen Dank!
I've watched many of the restoration videos on youtube. I can honestly say, your channel is amazing. Your attention to detail takes a 'back seat' to none of the others. I believe you are the best there is!
I am always amazed at your attention to detail and craftsmanship. Another truly remarkable restoration...
Thank you very much!
Honestly, I got goosebumps with how caring and masterful you were with the details and the process. To spend hours if not days to turn something that to most (even me) seem like garbage and make something so beautiful... you have changed how I view this world entirely and I do not get how a restoration video can do that, but yours did. Truly, Thank you.
Is there anything you can't do? You are my favorite channel (and many others) for this very reason. You're one phenomenally talented guy, your restorations are top notch and I can't even watch other channels because they don't take the care and perfection as you do. You sir are the best there is at fixing and restoring things. Phenomenal job with these Headphones. I really like that you kept the original wire and everything else you can salvage. 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 Well done.
Thanks so much :-)
Just quiet, competent work. I love the "pop" the collet chuck makes when it releases the part! This guy is a perfectionist, and doesn't settle for second best. Beautiful restorations.
That is so true. It has to be perfect or he will do it over & over.
Thanks a lot to both of you ;-)
I also love that "pop" 😂
“I make a new one”
🤌🏽
You sir, are an artist! I stand amazed at the amount of effort , precision , skill and craftsmanship that goes into both the restoration and video angles and editing. Absolutely brilliant !
My Father was an engineer, and I would be willing to declare that 3/4 of your audience are engineers who can't wait to see your next masterpiece ! Thanks for the video, thanks for the attention to detail !!
Aside from the amazing quality of the restorations and the video production, it's a delight to see how well maintained your tools are. This channel is my favorite of all the restoration channels I watch. You are a true craftsman.
A clean shop is a well organized shop :-)
The popularity of the "restoration" genre has grown exponentially over the last 5 or so years on RUclips, leading to an endlesss ocean of restoration channels/videos, but I believe your channel is the high water mark. Your video quality and restoration skills are the shining example that everyone else strives to achieve. The fact that you were able to stand out from all the other similar titles and thumbnails to gain traction and find a footing, and that you continue to consistently get millions of people to sit still for 20 minutes and watch you work with your hands without a single word, and that all those people are left eagerly awaiting your next upload is a testament to the quality of your hard work.
Sorry for the long comment, it just seemed like lot of people were saying how bad other restoration channels are as a way to highlight how great yours is, but I thought that negativity was detrimental to the compliment they were trying to pay you, so I wanted to try to put it more positively.
Marvelous job that 👍 I don't think anyone would have guessed this was going to be your restoration project from your Instagram teaser photo. Perfect as always.
No one can match or do the restoration as you do. SUPERB....
I’m always blown away by the amount of boxes this channel ticks. Amazing restoration work using finely honed technique, fun projects, precision, cleanliness, ASMR… this has it all
Plus every time he says “I make a new one” I have a good chuckle
"Plus every time he says “I make a new one” I have a good chuckle" No-no, you have to throw your hands up and shout it as well! Or… is that only me?
Every time I think, well surely this will stump him. Then he just says I make a new one, the mad man.
Thank you very much!
Sad part about these videos is that they come to an end and it'll be a while before we get to see another one. Can't rush perfection and as always, fantastic work. I look forward to seeing every new video.
I'll try my best to get a new one done quicker
@@mymechanics no worries, take your time. I appreciate the fine work you do, it's worth the wait!
I remember my dad had a pair of those headphones, that he kept in his old metal and brass war trunk. Unfortunately they were in poor condition and eventually thrown away. Thanks for a truly fantastic restoration, so I could see what they were like when they were issued to him. An outstanding quality video!
Это уже не реставрация это что-то большее, для вас вообще преград не существует, аплодирую стоя 👍👏👏
я офигел когда он даже катушки сделал, это скока всего знать надо
The textured coil tape with the ohm rating on it was such a great detail.
I imagine a good number of museums have reached out to him to acquire some of his items. I would venture to guess that it is not exaggeration at all, to say that there are probably a decent number of restored items in his collection, that is simply the finest example of it that exists.
Wooow!! Those should be in a museum! It’s amazing to see the internal workings of WW2-era headphones, and to think that someone used those to listen to radio broadcasts or maybe even Morse Code.
Amazing job as always, I couldn’t wait to see what this old piece of tech looked like once you worked your magic on it!
Nice to hear that, thanks a lot :-)
7:20 não tem como não admirar o trabalho desse homem. Talentoso caprichoso, técnico. Tudo mais que perfeito 👏👏👏
Love how the parts that got broken getting replaced by the new ones milled personally... Adds an extra touch of handcraft to it
Thanks, I'm glad you like it :-)
I'm stunned... I've seen a lot of restoration videos. But with this perfection, with this stage of advancement - you're totally no.1! Great work, keep it up mate! Cheers 🤙🏻
Nice to hear that, thank you :-)
These aren't restorations, these are upgrades!! So good!
Yep, I've seen a few videos from other channels claiming perfect restorations before but never on a level like this! MyMechanic goes way above and beyond restoring a product to it's original glory... he brings out their true potential, truly masterpieces.
Coils and diaphragm broken...
my mechanics: _I make new one_
@@jamikes the original makers of these products would be so proud
@@Spiralem my favourite 4 words of his HAHAH
Amazing! Loved this one. I can see you are a musician too, my dear Gentleman! Loved the "tune" at the very end… 🙂
Per-Olov
You’re amazing! God has definitely blessed you with this talent. I’ve watched several restoration channels and you by far are superior.
Your work on these old headphones shows your love and appreciation for the craft.
Keep up the great work!
The effert you put in to complete these restoreations to such perfection is simply mind boggling, the fixturing along is impressive, always a pleasure to watch
Thanks for watching, much appreciated!
I cant help but think about what is missing from this very impressive and entertaining video.....the scores of hours spent filing, sanding, polishing, etc. that brought us to the final sparkling result. Your videos are always well done....they inspire, educate and entertain.
It's why I'm a Patreon subscriber. It's been fun watching this restoration progress.
Just hypnotizing. The restoration of the coils was just insanely good work. I could watch that dude for hours!
Bro's a GIGACHAD, this part is broken... I MAKE A NEW ONE! Amazing content keep it up! I have been binge watching these.
When I first saw what you intended to restore, I thought “How much can there be to this project?” Boy… was I wrong! Further, I was surprised at how much I didn’t know about the technology of the era these were originally built. Finally, I had no idea how broad your knowledge is beyond what is typically called “mechanical”! Thank you for another captivating and perfect restoration. 👍👍👍 ~John in Ohio
Yep, thought the same. Looking at headsets today I had no idea I would be this pleasantly surprised and amazed by this restoration.
Did you upgrade your filming equipment? In any case, the production quality is getting insane. Love the close up shots.
Wie ich seit Beginn meines Abos hier, immer und immer wieder fasziniert werde ist einfach unbeschreiblich. Danke dafür.
The fact you went up and beyond and created your own copy of these ~80 y/o 1k Ohm resistors instead of going and buying four modern 1k Ohm resistors is actually astonishing. Truly are the universal craftsman. I'd buy these off of you
Wow 😍 my favorite moments was when you made new bobbins 🧵 and new plastic connectors at the end 🤩 awesome skills , you definitely deserve an Oscar my friend 👏
Thank you very much as always
Absolut genial! Ich finde auch das du der beste Restaurateur auf RUclips bist. Du baust jede Kleinigkeit aus und machst es neu.
Absolut klasse was für ein Wissen du hast und wie detailliert du alles nachbauen kannst.
Respekt vor dieser Leistung 👍🏽😊
Es ist sicherlich extrem aufwändig so klasse Videos zu machen aber gerne mehr davon.
Am liebsten jede Woche eins 😄
There is something so relaxing about these videos. Seeing someone focus so much care and attention to every small detail is so oddly soothing!
Thank you, I'm glad you like it :-)
I have a challenging piece of complex machinery that I hope you'd be interested in restoring. It came off the assembly line in 1948, and for many years was a very nice looking machine and all the parts functioned properly, with no signs of wear. Unfortunately, it's now on its last legs. It has many assemblies and sub-assemblies, all interconnected and essential to the machine's proper function. Both the exterior appearance and the guts of the machine need extensive work. Care to take on the challenge? Oh, I almost forgot... This antique piece of machinery that came into this world in 1948 is my once-new and healthy physical body, now 75 years old and showing definite signs of wear in all components. I hope you'll feel up to the task of restoring it to its former glory.
By the way, wonderful video, as always. In fact, I owned for years and recently sold a set of headphones very similar to the ones you just brought back to life. Mine, though, still looked pretty much like the pair you had before you started working on it.
I’m always amazed at the work you put into repairs/restoration, it’s not just the actual piece, it’s all the jigs and special tools you make as well, that will never be used for anything else
You never know ;-)