Real restorations like many experts refer to, would leave the eudora with all the patina and rust to keep the "value" of it. Once you sandblast a thing you just can proceed as your heart beats!
I think you should do what you want. It's your channel and you're doing the work. Some folks take the word "restoration" too literally. Work for a museum is one thing; restoring the functionality of an object for personal ownership is another. Great job!
my own thought as well, it's visually stunning even restored to factory new, but a museum quality pop warranting "do not touch" signs to keep the nickel plating and polishing pristine is also a finish to be proud of. Loved seeing the Japanning done, for sure!
Please don't waste your time on RUclips and finish your project. I'm so excited and if the rest would know what I know, they would be excited too. Just kidding, watching my videos is never a waste of time 😅
I prefer any approach that will piss off Tibor. That sounds like a worthy goal to me. Love your channel and your work. Cheers from Santa Cruz, California.
I prefer a near perfect finish. You are restoring items that came off an assembly line in most cases, the people who worked the lines didn’t have time to get to every imperfection but were still proud of their product. They would be proud to see that it is still being cherished and looking even better today.
Well said, if these people who worked on the assemble line had their way, I believe they would have loved to sand, file & grind out the casting imperfections. They couldn't, it have be too expensive and time consuming for that.
Not to mention casting marks and imperfections were just limitations of the times. We don't have those limitations, so why not make them look nicer, not back to original, imo ugly, states.
I watch a lot of restoration channels, many which focus on bringing a product back it it's exact original state, and some that are like yours where they restore something but also perfect it, while giving their own twist. I thoroughly enjoy both, and all I can say is do what makes you happy because that is what matters. I have always enjoyed the end products of your videos regardless of how faithful they were, variety keeps things interesting. I personally enjoy it when you get rid of casting marks, as I don't believe they are a sign of 'authenticity', they are a sign of shortcuts in manufacturing. If these people wanted authenticity there are thousands of channels where they could find it, but it seems like they just want to attack you to feed their superiority complex. There are no laws stating that old products cannot be brought to life in new ways, and besides, you are the owner of these products in the first place.
Don't listen those crying about what you should and should not do. Until their paying you for your work. Keep on doing what you do. Don't try to please everyone because in the end you please no one, not even yourself.
I prefer a perfect finish, as your work goes beyond restoration-it adds value and transforms restored items into something truly exceptional. A perfect finish adds your personal touch, elevating the restored tools from their original state to pieces of art. Please proceed with your signature approach-I trust your vision completely!
I love that you restore items to be used again, to give them a purpose. If you didn’t replace parts and clean up casting marks, etc, these items wouldn’t work as well and would still be sitting in someone’s attic somewhere. Don’t we have enough of that stuff in the world? Keep doing what you’re doing, just as you have, and thank you for letting us along for the journey. If anyone else doesn’t like it, I’m sure there’s another channel you can watch. Or better yet, they can find a new hobby.
Personally, watching you remove the casting marks is incredibly satisfying. If I were going to buy a restored antique, I would much prefer something that has had the level of polish you give your restorations. Let the haters seethe.
I love when you go the extra mile on those cast marks. For me you're lifting those objects to their best form. To a version that they could have been had somebody cared enough about them. Its just that those machines have only now found their way to exactly the right person. Great video as always, and im just one thirds through so far. Really admire your work!
Those are haters, don't listen to them, continue doing the beautiful job you always did! The reason why the original finish was not so good is because it is not cost effective.
I'm with you on correcting the casting marks! Tibor may be right for museum restorations, but most folks who'd want an old device restored would wish for a device restored (or indeed improved) to its ideal state!
Fuck the haters, especially Tibor! I just want to lay in my bed, relax, and watch something old get restored. Is Tibor a restorator? No they're not! Not terrible restorations has always been an artist when it comes to restoration. I hope you had a merry christmas and have a happy new year.
Personally I prefer it when channels like yours, mister patina and my mechanics where you go above and beyond on the restorations making them better than they were.
You are an excellent restorer, literally the very best on the internet. If you want to enhance your projects by removing casting marks there in nothing wrong with that. Your restoring what used to be mostly every day items, machinery and appliances. Your not restoring a Faberge' egg for goodness sakes. Your very good at your craft, there will always be negative comments, its easy to have an opinion and be judgmental about other's work.
I love it when the two of you have these competitions. I love watching each of your channels and then to see this friendly rivalry where I get to see both of you practice your crafts, it's like a gift to me :D ETA: thanks for letting me know how fast the sandblasting was sped up. I always assumed it was, but my hubby doubted it
This is an item being overhauled in isolation from the factory budget and profit constraints. You’ve got the opportunity to put in place all of the fixes that the factory simply didn’t have time for. Make it beautiful, functional, impressive and your satisfaction with it will be the only thing that matters and we will be happy to watch that happen.
That was thoughts exactly - Dr. Beers restores the way a manufacturer would have built it originally had the equipment been more advanced and up to date!
Do what the piece you're working on tells you to do. If it says "make me authentic," keep it as close to authentic as possible. If it says "pretty me up," pretty it up! As far as the competition goes, you win! This is beautiful!
TBH, I'm very happy with your "make it perfect" restorations, but I do prefer this type where the item is kept as authentic as possible. I also really enjoy your competition videos with Mr. Patina. You certainly get my vote on this one. Excellent work!
It's up to the artist, do it the way you fell it. My pleasure is to watch you having fun. Just enjoy and listen critics only when it's constructive! Same thing for beer...some prefer this brand to that brand...doesn't matter as long we are with friends! Right?
This is "YOUR" RUclips Channel, and like any self-respecting artisan was created to share your skills for restoring equipment, how you do, why you do, is 100% your right to enjoy and who cares what the internet thinks - just keep doing restorations your way and your true fans/followers will keep watching (which I'm sure is the vast majority) I personally enjoy the fact that you prefect the pieces you work on because I believe that's what the original manufacturers would have done where the technology newer, regardless keeping doing what you do best!
I've been watchhing since before you turned a dark, dusty and dirty room into your amazing workshop. The haters are jealous because they can't do no better. The restoration turned out, as always, absolutely fantastic, the same as Mr Patina, there's no comparison. Well done yet again 👍
Don't cater to the haters! You'll never be able to please them. The ones who truly love your restorations are the ones who support your channel. For myself: I love your work. I'm not a fan of japanning, but I can admire when it's done really well -- as in this case. I am a fan of removing the imperfections. I think the original makers were on a time schedule to crank out machinery, such as this item, so quickly that they were not able to make a perfect product... just a functional one. I'm sure they would love to see their products in their pristine condition. You do you... and Tibor can lump it.
I have watched hundreds of restoration videos and where most of those content creators don't seem to understand the difference between restoration and modification you and Mr. Petina excel at restoration, and I think Tibor and people like him are ignorant and don't understand that casting marks are flaws in the manufacturing process and should have been removed at the factory, you seem to grasp the concept of restoration doesn't only mean returning something to it's original state but it also means alleviating the mistakes of the original manufacturer. So you and Mr. Petina keep doing what you do and in the way you do it and bringing neglected and forgotten objects back to their former glory and back to usable and admirable state they belong in. I already sub to Mr. Petina and now I sub to you also
Buddy, never listen to the negative comments. Do it your way. To get worked up over removing casting marks is insane. They're literally imperfections in the manufacturing process that any decent maker would not have left on their product were it not for time and cost constraints. Also, nice to see some japanning again, been a while
Keep cleaning the casting marks. You are one of my favorite Restoration Channels because of this. If you are not restoring art or for a museum, you should always improve it.
greetings from Iowa USA do it anyway you want I've seen your videos only a few times you do great work..as for Tibori if he's such an "expert" tell him to prove it and do it keep being you my friend
The way I see it, you preserve imperfections on family-made or hand-made objects. That's the charm of them. Manufacturing imperfections are there because it wasn't profitable to remove them all. You keep making them smooth and gorgeous and let the haters hate.
I don’t care what the haters say because they still watch your videos and up the views which gives your channel a boost! I love your restorations and I truly believe if you were any different Lance would not have asked you to restore his espresso maker. Thank you for everything you do and all the work you put into your restorations! 🥳🥳🥳
This is my personal opinion: I love it, when you make a thing or a tool or a machine better than new. I love it, when you use your modern tools. I love it, when you remove the cast marks, like Mister Patina and my mechanics do. I love the perfectionism. There are some videos in RUclips of restorers using old techiques, like for example FFD Restorations or by old hands, and they are also great! I admire that. But what I love most is your work, that of Mister Patina and that of my mechanics. You three are my favorites in restoring or renewing machines. ( I have also a few favorites in restoring furnitures.) I don’t care about the correct designation, restoring or renewing, I love your sense of perfectionism, of details. That has charme for me. Perhaps not old charme, but new charme. I think, you deserve a lot more follower. I do not want to influence anyone to do a renovation in the way I envision it. You have the right to do it in your way and that’s fine. Nobody is forced to watch your videos. Criticism never sheds light on what is being criticized. It sheds light on the one who criticizes. I love your videos, keep up the good work!
Honestly, I enjoy and appreciate any kind of restoration, as long as the piece is genuinely old and not faked to look old and rusty, as some other channels are doing. I think there is something special in both leaving the piece with all the original imperfections, and restoring it to its full flawless potential. Being a perfectionist, I probably lean a lit bit more towards the full restoration, but, in the end, is up to the person doing the job. I am here to watch on my own will, and I am free to stop the video and leave if I don't like it. Regarding the haters, they'll always have something to say. You can maybe take into consideration some of the comments as constructive critique, but don't take it personally.
You are the ones doing a wonderful job recovering these objects, you restore them to the level of your liking, no complaints from this side! Great job, Boys!!
Watching you restoring those objects is therapeutic. I like watching them being polished and as perfect as it goes. You do you and if those haters want to make it differently they can start their own channel.
19:05 Genius. That is why we are all here. If Dr. Beer's having fun, so are we. The other reason we are here is, we ask ourselves: 'object looks worn out, what can possibly be done?' Dr. Beer: 'yes'.
You do a wonderful job in your restorations. Go ahead and file the mold marks and polish your metals until you're satisfied. We will enjoy the tearing down of the object and putting it back together all shiny and new looking.
Another superb job mate,restoration on another level,can’t wait to see Tibor’s response and he’s restoration vlog haha mate Thanks for sharing Love and peace from Ireland
In the modelling world I call these “tibor” dudes grognards. Some wannabe armchair historian that counts rivets and passes judgement without producing anything to back up their self inflated opinion. Fortunately the internet gives everyone a voice, and unfortunately the internet gives everyone a voice. Solid work sir, thank you for filming, editing and sharing your restorations with the world.
For a device that will be used and is not intended for some "collector" to purchase in "factory condition" for stupid sums so it sits gathering dust on a shelf, make it as perfect as you like. I will say for the more industrial items, leaving it a bit more rough or leaving a contrast between rougher internal components and a casing could be interesting. But for the items like the trike, the coffee machine, etc, a high degree of finish looks fantastic. The main thing is what feels most satisfying to YOU when doing these projects.
I think when you look at the project, is when you know how to restore it. It "talkes " to you. Personally I like the smooth finish. Don't let other peoples opinions change what is in your heart.
You do with your restorations whatever you want to them. If you want to make them pristine, do it. You do good work in practicing these pieces of history. You don't owe anyone an explanation. You do YOU! 26:56
I'm definitely on team "Improve over restore". It's awesome seeing these once useless items be brought up to a standard of "better than new". It shows how much effort and work you put into each item.
Excellent as always. As long as you give us your best and are authentic unlike those fake channels then we will keep watching and supporting you. Disregard the haters. They are just secretly jealous.
Since we’re not talking about Mona Lisa, I prefer to upkeep the pieces with the times. Having said that, my preference is my problem. Not yours. You do you mate. 👌
You turn something that is unusable in its current state but then make it functional and a work of art that could be a centerpiece for someone’s home. Your espresso machine for Lance Hedrick is a phenomenal example of that kind of work. Keep it up.
on this project i liked your approach way better. i just like the thought of not having loads of filler, spraypaint and high shine on a rugged simple tool like this (i am actually a bootmaker) and the look is better too. also japanning is just so cool! and the base plate... the only plus for mr patina are the clean gold details!! :))
Your standard of craftsmanship is outstanding toghether with the attention for detail. Any piece of equipment is fortunate to receive your attention and the results are always amazing. You don't deal in archaeology, where exact restoration is required - your work is precise with some artistry added. Ignore the haters!!!!
Went can't people just enjoy the creative content of restoring a usable piece of history? Keep doing EXACTLY what you do! It's all amazing work. And my nephew appreciates the beer testing. LOL
Honestly I truly love your channel and love watching your restorations. You put great detail into your work and I appreciate it. Definitely eagerly wait to see how it will come out and never disappointed. These are rescued items that would otherwise be seen in a dumpster and smashed. Now, to those who always have negative comments about how he or other restores didn’t do something “right”. Those who restore and upload their work aren’t asking how WE think they should do THEIR work. Which is why it’s their channel. They choose to restore their own way. So instead of telling them how “you think they should’ve done it or ‘this is what I would’ve done’ “ don’t! Why don’t you go out and buy your own items or the same item and do you own restoring and upload your own videos!
Dont listen to these uneducated people its not like ur restoring a rolex (lol), which is something u can say is "perfect" but most of ur restorations are of tools which have imperfections from the factory, u "perfecting" them is like ur own artistic touch to it... keep up the perfect restos its actually very satisfying to watch and one of the reasons ive continued to watch ur videos, also in the future do a sewing machine restoration for like a singer 15k or any vintage singer! It would be very interesting for sure 👌
So I think the folks who are mad at you for removing casting marks have a point. You really are doing much more than restoring at that point. Having said that, a considerable number of old farts can clean up an old object, strip away paint and apply a new layer, and call it done. The value you add is the work you do as an artist, and that very explicitly includes the work you put in perfecting every aspect of the object, including removing casting marks. And honestly, I'm not really here to watch a restoration video, I'm here to watch an artist do their artistry. Grüße aus Heidelberg!
That is magnificent how you not only cleaned the parts of all rust but the detail painting is impressive as well. The shoe widener looks much better and it works like a charm too. Very excellent work.
Wonderful restorations! And I have to say, you have the best sandblasting montages. They are done right with timelapse and low volume. So satisfying! Thank you for the great content!
I see the appeal both ways when it comes to sanding down the castings, I’m having a hard time putting it into words but the stuff that’s been sanded has a “newer” look, like it was made out of plastic today instead of 100 years ago. Personally I don’t care how you or Mr. Patina restore these projects, I like all of them and think they’re all great. I also would like to mention that it has never bothered me, just giving the input you guys wanted.
There is always a debate between restoration and conservation. It all depends on where individuals place the value in an object. If someone invests themselves in documenting and preserving the past for historical or nostalgic reasons, then conservation is their choice. On the other hand, if someone wants to interact with the item in its most ideal state then restoration is a logical conclusion. Many of the items you restore on this channel were mass produced and do not carry much monetary or cultural value in their rarity. To which, I say handle the restorations in the way you see fit. Thank you for all of your work.
It seems that now a days people aren't happy if they aren't mean to everybody. I personally love all your restorations,if he doesn't like what you do he can always watch another channel that does things to his standards. Keep up the good work!
Haters: people who live in mom's basement in their underwear eating cold Spagghettos out if a can with a plastic spoon. Beautiful restoration by the way!
My preference is fix the casting marks. Most people also don't mess with japanning. Impressed you did! Skip the haters. Do what you want to restorations. This work represents you so make it yours!
I love it when restos clean up a rough cast, weld up material, slather in filler, and powder coat an old tool that predates the invention of powder coat. You do you.
Hey! I never gonna hate Dr.Beer! Restaurations and beertesting, two of the best things to do here on earth! No one can hate this, Mate! Cheers to you! 🎉😂!!!
Before watching the video, I told myself this is going to be a good one. One of the channels who satisfy me and helps me sleep quickly while watching your videos, completely making mself satisfied whenever a cast mark is being filed away and smooth finishes on metals. But the next time, please make videos for your supporters like me, not for all these haters who can't even make a restoration channel by themselves.
I think you should approach each restoration and do as you see fit. I enjoy watching your work and am not bothered by the difference between restoration to better than new or to something more "authentic". Keep up your great work.
I watched the video enchanted.Your striving for perfection is commendable.I Personally like the original imperfections corrected.Preserving a rusty object is one thing but restoration is another.Keep it up.
I prefer the perfect finish. I enjoy watching the work that goes into making them as fully functional as they can be. Don’t listen to the haters. Keep up the good work !!!
You do it whatever way you thinks best and I will be happy to enjoy watching my friend. There is a mechanical beauty to these old tools. Wish I had space to display and enjoy some myself 😂
Economic pressures to produce goods at the lowest price point was a reality when this shoe stretcher was first made, that is why the castings were left so rough. What you and other RUclipsrs do is to restore these items to their full potential. Ignore the detractors, what we love is the care and attention you lavish on these restorations, continue to file and fill the imperfections. Sand between coats of paint, varnish or powder coating, and polish that nickel, brass or aluminium to reveal the best finish you can achieve. I for one wait for the works of art you reveal at the conclusion of each episode. Keep your files handy, and thank you for what you do.
If someone doesn't like how you restore something they have a couple of options: 1) they can stop watching you, or 2) they can become restorers themselves and do it the way that makes them happy. Now, on to this project... love that you restored it to 1930's glamour. 👍
I have thought about your question for some days. And I must say I prefer the way you did it before (e.g. removing flaws). It may be correct to restore it as much as it was when you would give these items to a musuem. But you give those Items a new second life so evening flaws is the way to go!
You're still one of the best restoration-guy) You did a great job! "Feci quod potui faciant meliora potentes" - I did my best, let me who can do better. So people can stop writing negative comments and create their own channel and do everything as they see fit 😁
Your work is amazing! I always referenced it to a frame up auto restoration. The vehicles are restored to a state better than when they were originally built. So, smoothing and filling casting imperfections is up to you. It's your channel. If the haters don't like it, then they should do their own videos and share those with us. So do what makes you happy. Thank you for your work.
Both kinds of restoration end up looking good so I'm going to keep watching no matter the restoration style. Although I do prefer the Authentic ones. Possibly because they are rare.
I like what you are doing. It can be used and serves as a wonderful example of how things were done once upon a time. We have hundreds of old items store at our local museum. None of them restored. They are literally junk. No one looks at them because they are junk.
Just like auto restorations there are different schools of thought. Day 0 - make it look like it just rolled off the assembly line Day 10 - add appropriate changes that an owner would have done. Then there are the ones that make it better than it would have looked. Perfect paint, not a blemish anywhere. You do what makes you happy. I appreciate your technique and final products always.
Don't waste your precious time with people who have way too much free time. Leaving the imperfections or the marks of age is your choice, we will follow and enjoy the result of your hard work whatever you choose! Thanks for posting these beautiful videos!
Something like this, is an exquisite example of a restored form, of one of the few examples of such a tool from its era. If those manufacturers or artists of production at that era could create a completely polished, and deburred product, they likely would have loved to.
Well I think you're working is amazing, I don't really know much about restorations but I think all depends on tastes or the piece to restore. I'm Love this restoration but your work with the espresso machine was amazing❤
Bro... Haters are also like casting imperfections... Erase them all !!.. make videos as you previously did... You did a good job and you are doing a good a job ... We love to see your perfect work... 🎉❤
Don’t listen to the haters. You are rescuing items that would undoubtedly end up in a rubbish dump! Make the as beautiful and polished as you want!
Absolutely agree.
Real restorations like many experts refer to, would leave the eudora with all the patina and rust to keep the "value" of it. Once you sandblast a thing you just can proceed as your heart beats!
This. Tibor needs to go touch grass. 😁
I think you should do what you want. It's your channel and you're doing the work. Some folks take the word "restoration" too literally. Work for a museum is one thing; restoring the functionality of an object for personal ownership is another. Great job!
@@pfadiva well said
I agree with you
my own thought as well, it's visually stunning even restored to factory new, but a museum quality pop warranting "do not touch" signs to keep the nickel plating and polishing pristine is also a finish to be proud of. Loved seeing the Japanning done, for sure!
Museums do conservation and preservation, this is restoration and augmentation!
You’ll always be my winner ❤️
Please don't waste your time on RUclips and finish your project. I'm so excited and if the rest would know what I know, they would be excited too.
Just kidding, watching my videos is never a waste of time 😅
I prefer any approach that will piss off Tibor. That sounds like a worthy goal to me. Love your channel and your work. Cheers from Santa Cruz, California.
@@theskyehiker 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Agreed. Tibors are the new Karens, and deserve to be pissed off (not like it would be possible to satisfy them at all anyhow...)
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@theskyehiker Go, Banana Slugs!! 🎉
Stuff Tibor! Restore-mods are way better 😅
I prefer a near perfect finish. You are restoring items that came off an assembly line in most cases, the people who worked the lines didn’t have time to get to every imperfection but were still proud of their product. They would be proud to see that it is still being cherished and looking even better today.
Well said, if these people who worked on the assemble line had their way, I believe they would have loved to sand, file & grind out the casting imperfections. They couldn't, it have be too expensive and time consuming for that.
Not to mention casting marks and imperfections were just limitations of the times. We don't have those limitations, so why not make them look nicer, not back to original, imo ugly, states.
@@Ravenousjoe Exactly!!. If it could have been done on the assembly line it would have, there was no resin, or epoxy to fill in the imperfections.
Exactemundo.
I watch a lot of restoration channels, many which focus on bringing a product back it it's exact original state, and some that are like yours where they restore something but also perfect it, while giving their own twist. I thoroughly enjoy both, and all I can say is do what makes you happy because that is what matters. I have always enjoyed the end products of your videos regardless of how faithful they were, variety keeps things interesting. I personally enjoy it when you get rid of casting marks, as I don't believe they are a sign of 'authenticity', they are a sign of shortcuts in manufacturing.
If these people wanted authenticity there are thousands of channels where they could find it, but it seems like they just want to attack you to feed their superiority complex. There are no laws stating that old products cannot be brought to life in new ways, and besides, you are the owner of these products in the first place.
Don't listen those crying about what you should and should not do. Until their paying you for your work. Keep on doing what you do. Don't try to please everyone because in the end you please no one, not even yourself.
I prefer a perfect finish, as your work goes beyond restoration-it adds value and transforms restored items into something truly exceptional. A perfect finish adds your personal touch, elevating the restored tools from their original state to pieces of art.
Please proceed with your signature approach-I trust your vision completely!
I couldn’t agree more! I see no reason to keep faults, I always prefer a better item.
I love that you restore items to be used again, to give them a purpose. If you didn’t replace parts and clean up casting marks, etc, these items wouldn’t work as well and would still be sitting in someone’s attic somewhere. Don’t we have enough of that stuff in the world? Keep doing what you’re doing, just as you have, and thank you for letting us along for the journey. If anyone else doesn’t like it, I’m sure there’s another channel you can watch. Or better yet, they can find a new hobby.
Personally, watching you remove the casting marks is incredibly satisfying. If I were going to buy a restored antique, I would much prefer something that has had the level of polish you give your restorations. Let the haters seethe.
I love when you go the extra mile on those cast marks. For me you're lifting those objects to their best form. To a version that they could have been had somebody cared enough about them. Its just that those machines have only now found their way to exactly the right person. Great video as always, and im just one thirds through so far. Really admire your work!
Beautifully said!
In this house, when Dr. Beer drops a video the whole family is gathered around the television to watch his artistry. You are a master sir.
@@TheBojaboja that's a really really nice feedback
@ well deserved!
Those are haters, don't listen to them, continue doing the beautiful job you always did! The reason why the original finish was not so good is because it is not cost effective.
I'm with you on correcting the casting marks! Tibor may be right for museum restorations, but most folks who'd want an old device restored would wish for a device restored (or indeed improved) to its ideal state!
Fuck the haters, especially Tibor! I just want to lay in my bed, relax, and watch something old get restored. Is Tibor a restorator? No they're not! Not terrible restorations has always been an artist when it comes to restoration. I hope you had a merry christmas and have a happy new year.
Personally I prefer it when channels like yours, mister patina and my mechanics where you go above and beyond on the restorations making them better than they were.
Forget the haters. Keep doing what you love best! Great job always!
You are an excellent restorer, literally the very best on the internet. If you want to enhance your projects by removing casting marks there in nothing wrong with that. Your restoring what used to be mostly every day items, machinery and appliances. Your not restoring a Faberge' egg for goodness sakes. Your very good at your craft, there will always be negative comments, its easy to have an opinion and be judgmental about other's work.
I agree. Fix those cheezy castings and piss Tibor off in the process😅 You are the best restoration channel on yt. So there haters😮
I love it when the two of you have these competitions. I love watching each of your channels and then to see this friendly rivalry where I get to see both of you practice your crafts, it's like a gift to me :D
ETA: thanks for letting me know how fast the sandblasting was sped up. I always assumed it was, but my hubby doubted it
This is an item being overhauled in isolation from the factory budget and profit constraints. You’ve got the opportunity to put in place all of the fixes that the factory simply didn’t have time for. Make it beautiful, functional, impressive and your satisfaction with it will be the only thing that matters and we will be happy to watch that happen.
That was thoughts exactly - Dr. Beers restores the way a manufacturer would have built it originally had the equipment been more advanced and up to date!
And the winner is..... we, the audience!! You both did a wonderful Job!!
Do what the piece you're working on tells you to do. If it says "make me authentic," keep it as close to authentic as possible. If it says "pretty me up," pretty it up! As far as the competition goes, you win! This is beautiful!
TBH, I'm very happy with your "make it perfect" restorations, but I do prefer this type where the item is kept as authentic as possible. I also really enjoy your competition videos with Mr. Patina. You certainly get my vote on this one. Excellent work!
It's up to the artist, do it the way you fell it. My pleasure is to watch you having fun. Just enjoy and listen critics only when it's constructive!
Same thing for beer...some prefer this brand to that brand...doesn't matter as long we are with friends! Right?
I feel exactly the same: I enjoy a good video, and don't care if You remove the casting marks or not.
This is "YOUR" RUclips Channel, and like any self-respecting artisan was created to share your skills for restoring equipment, how you do, why you do, is 100% your right to enjoy and who cares what the internet thinks - just keep doing restorations your way and your true fans/followers will keep watching (which I'm sure is the vast majority) I personally enjoy the fact that you prefect the pieces you work on because I believe that's what the original manufacturers would have done where the technology newer, regardless keeping doing what you do best!
I've been watchhing since before you turned a dark, dusty and dirty room into your amazing workshop. The haters are jealous because they can't do no better. The restoration turned out, as always, absolutely fantastic, the same as Mr Patina, there's no comparison. Well done yet again 👍
This is very wonderful work that you are doing. I wish you success, sir.🙂
Beautiful job ! Restoring is an artist's job, you do it as you want.
Don't cater to the haters! You'll never be able to please them. The ones who truly love your restorations are the ones who support your channel. For myself: I love your work. I'm not a fan of japanning, but I can admire when it's done really well -- as in this case. I am a fan of removing the imperfections. I think the original makers were on a time schedule to crank out machinery, such as this item, so quickly that they were not able to make a perfect product... just a functional one. I'm sure they would love to see their products in their pristine condition. You do you... and Tibor can lump it.
I have watched hundreds of restoration videos and where most of those content creators don't seem to understand the difference between restoration and modification you and Mr. Petina excel at restoration, and I think Tibor and people like him are ignorant and don't understand that casting marks are flaws in the manufacturing process and should have been removed at the factory, you seem to grasp the concept of restoration doesn't only mean returning something to it's original state but it also means alleviating the mistakes of the original manufacturer. So you and Mr. Petina keep doing what you do and in the way you do it and bringing neglected and forgotten objects back to their former glory and back to usable and admirable state they belong in. I already sub to Mr. Petina and now I sub to you also
Buddy, never listen to the negative comments. Do it your way. To get worked up over removing casting marks is insane. They're literally imperfections in the manufacturing process that any decent maker would not have left on their product were it not for time and cost constraints.
Also, nice to see some japanning again, been a while
Keep cleaning the casting marks.
You are one of my favorite Restoration Channels because of this.
If you are not restoring art or for a museum, you should always improve it.
By the way, here you are the artist.
You turn junk stuff into usable items.
In fact, you should always sign and register that it is your work.
greetings from Iowa USA do it anyway you want I've seen your videos only a few times you do great work..as for Tibori if he's such an "expert" tell him to prove it and do it keep being you my friend
The way I see it, you preserve imperfections on family-made or hand-made objects. That's the charm of them. Manufacturing imperfections are there because it wasn't profitable to remove them all. You keep making them smooth and gorgeous and let the haters hate.
I don’t care what the haters say because they still watch your videos and up the views which gives your channel a boost! I love your restorations and I truly believe if you were any different Lance would not have asked you to restore his espresso maker. Thank you for everything you do and all the work you put into your restorations! 🥳🥳🥳
This is my personal opinion: I love it, when you make a thing or a tool or a machine better than new. I love it, when you use your modern tools. I love it, when you remove the cast marks, like Mister Patina and my mechanics do. I love the perfectionism. There are some videos in RUclips of restorers using old techiques, like for example FFD Restorations or by old hands, and they are also great! I admire that. But what I love most is your work, that of Mister Patina and that of my mechanics. You three are my favorites in restoring or renewing machines. ( I have also a few favorites in restoring furnitures.) I don’t care about the correct designation, restoring or renewing, I love your sense of perfectionism, of details. That has charme for me. Perhaps not old charme, but new charme. I think, you deserve a lot more follower. I do not want to influence anyone to do a renovation in the way I envision it. You have the right to do it in your way and that’s fine. Nobody is forced to watch your videos. Criticism never sheds light on what is being criticized. It sheds light on the one who criticizes.
I love your videos, keep up the good work!
Honestly, I enjoy and appreciate any kind of restoration, as long as the piece is genuinely old and not faked to look old and rusty, as some other channels are doing. I think there is something special in both leaving the piece with all the original imperfections, and restoring it to its full flawless potential. Being a perfectionist, I probably lean a lit bit more towards the full restoration, but, in the end, is up to the person doing the job. I am here to watch on my own will, and I am free to stop the video and leave if I don't like it. Regarding the haters, they'll always have something to say. You can maybe take into consideration some of the comments as constructive critique, but don't take it personally.
You are the ones doing a wonderful job recovering these objects, you restore them to the level of your liking, no complaints from this side! Great job, Boys!!
Watching you restoring those objects is therapeutic. I like watching them being polished and as perfect as it goes. You do you and if those haters want to make it differently they can start their own channel.
19:05 Genius. That is why we are all here.
If Dr. Beer's having fun, so are we.
The other reason we are here is, we ask ourselves: 'object looks worn out, what can possibly be done?'
Dr. Beer: 'yes'.
I love your videos. I also love when you get rid of the imperfections of the original manufacturer
You do a wonderful job in your restorations. Go ahead and file the mold marks and polish your metals until you're satisfied. We will enjoy the tearing down of the object and putting it back together all shiny and new looking.
Another superb job mate,restoration on another level,can’t wait to see Tibor’s response and he’s restoration vlog haha mate
Thanks for sharing
Love and peace from Ireland
Keep on being awesome Dr. Beer. Ignore the haters. Making the product better than the original is my favorite part of your videos.
In the modelling world I call these “tibor” dudes grognards. Some wannabe armchair historian that counts rivets and passes judgement without producing anything to back up their self inflated opinion. Fortunately the internet gives everyone a voice, and unfortunately the internet gives everyone a voice. Solid work sir, thank you for filming, editing and sharing your restorations with the world.
For a device that will be used and is not intended for some "collector" to purchase in "factory condition" for stupid sums so it sits gathering dust on a shelf, make it as perfect as you like. I will say for the more industrial items, leaving it a bit more rough or leaving a contrast between rougher internal components and a casing could be interesting. But for the items like the trike, the coffee machine, etc, a high degree of finish looks fantastic. The main thing is what feels most satisfying to YOU when doing these projects.
I'm happy either way you present your restorations. It's your channel, just have fun. Thank you.
I think when you look at the project, is when you know how to restore it. It "talkes " to you. Personally I like the smooth finish. Don't let other peoples opinions change what is in your heart.
You do with your restorations whatever you want to them. If you want to make them pristine, do it. You do good work in practicing these pieces of history. You don't owe anyone an explanation. You do YOU! 26:56
I'm definitely on team "Improve over restore". It's awesome seeing these once useless items be brought up to a standard of "better than new". It shows how much effort and work you put into each item.
Excellent as always. As long as you give us your best and are authentic unlike those fake channels then we will keep watching and supporting you. Disregard the haters. They are just secretly jealous.
Since we’re not talking about Mona Lisa, I prefer to upkeep the pieces with the times. Having said that, my preference is my problem. Not yours. You do you mate. 👌
You turn something that is unusable in its current state but then make it functional and a work of art that could be a centerpiece for someone’s home. Your espresso machine for Lance Hedrick is a phenomenal example of that kind of work. Keep it up.
on this project i liked your approach way better. i just like the thought of not having loads of filler, spraypaint and high shine on a rugged simple tool like this (i am actually a bootmaker) and the look is better too. also japanning is just so cool! and the base plate... the only plus for mr patina are the clean gold details!! :))
Your standard of craftsmanship is outstanding toghether with the attention for detail. Any piece of equipment is fortunate to receive your attention and the results are always amazing. You don't deal in archaeology, where exact restoration is required - your work is precise with some artistry added. Ignore the haters!!!!
One word….STUNNING!!! Keep doin what you’re doin. Thank you my friend.
Went can't people just enjoy the creative content of restoring a usable piece of history? Keep doing EXACTLY what you do! It's all amazing work. And my nephew appreciates the beer testing. LOL
Honestly I truly love your channel and love watching your restorations. You put great detail into your work and I appreciate it. Definitely eagerly wait to see how it will come out and never disappointed. These are rescued items that would otherwise be seen in a dumpster and smashed.
Now, to those who always have negative comments about how he or other restores didn’t do something “right”.
Those who restore and upload their work aren’t asking how WE think they should do THEIR work. Which is why it’s their channel. They choose to restore their own way. So instead of telling them how “you think they should’ve done it or ‘this is what I would’ve done’ “ don’t! Why don’t you go out and buy your own items or the same item and do you own restoring and upload your own videos!
10/10 A beautiful result. With regard to the haters. Whilst everyone is entitled to an opinion, if they don't like your work, why watch your videos ?
I don't care if it's a perfect job or conservation. I just love watching your work Mr. Not Terrible ❤❤❤. 😎
Dont listen to these uneducated people its not like ur restoring a rolex (lol), which is something u can say is "perfect" but most of ur restorations are of tools which have imperfections from the factory, u "perfecting" them is like ur own artistic touch to it... keep up the perfect restos its actually very satisfying to watch and one of the reasons ive continued to watch ur videos, also in the future do a sewing machine restoration for like a singer 15k or any vintage singer! It would be very interesting for sure 👌
So I think the folks who are mad at you for removing casting marks have a point. You really are doing much more than restoring at that point.
Having said that, a considerable number of old farts can clean up an old object, strip away paint and apply a new layer, and call it done. The value you add is the work you do as an artist, and that very explicitly includes the work you put in perfecting every aspect of the object, including removing casting marks.
And honestly, I'm not really here to watch a restoration video, I'm here to watch an artist do their artistry.
Grüße aus Heidelberg!
That is magnificent how you not only cleaned the parts of all rust but the detail painting is impressive as well. The shoe widener looks much better and it works like a charm too. Very excellent work.
Wonderful restorations! And I have to say, you have the best sandblasting montages. They are done right with timelapse and low volume. So satisfying! Thank you for the great content!
I see the appeal both ways when it comes to sanding down the castings, I’m having a hard time putting it into words but the stuff that’s been sanded has a “newer” look, like it was made out of plastic today instead of 100 years ago. Personally I don’t care how you or Mr. Patina restore these projects, I like all of them and think they’re all great. I also would like to mention that it has never bothered me, just giving the input you guys wanted.
Love seeing you transform forgotten pieces back to their former glory. Haters gonna hate - forget them, you are doing an amazing job 💪🏼
Haters gonna hate. You do beautiful work. They are your restoration pieces, restore them as you wish.
It's YOUR piece and YOUR restoration. Forget the haters. They can scroll and move on and leave the rest of us alone.
There is always a debate between restoration and conservation. It all depends on where individuals place the value in an object. If someone invests themselves in documenting and preserving the past for historical or nostalgic reasons, then conservation is their choice. On the other hand, if someone wants to interact with the item in its most ideal state then restoration is a logical conclusion. Many of the items you restore on this channel were mass produced and do not carry much monetary or cultural value in their rarity. To which, I say handle the restorations in the way you see fit. Thank you for all of your work.
It seems that now a days people aren't happy if they aren't mean to everybody. I personally love all your restorations,if he doesn't like what you do he can always watch another channel that does things to his standards. Keep up the good work!
Haters: people who live in mom's basement in their underwear eating cold Spagghettos out if a can with a plastic spoon. Beautiful restoration by the way!
My preference is fix the casting marks. Most people also don't mess with japanning. Impressed you did! Skip the haters. Do what you want to restorations. This work represents you so make it yours!
Nice touch doing the pencil in the lathe
that was some @handtoolrescue shit 😂
I love it when restos clean up a rough cast, weld up material, slather in filler, and powder coat an old tool that predates the invention of powder coat.
You do you.
Hey! I never gonna hate Dr.Beer! Restaurations and beertesting, two of the best things to do here on earth! No one can hate this, Mate! Cheers to you! 🎉😂!!!
Before watching the video, I told myself this is going to be a good one. One of the channels who satisfy me and helps me sleep quickly while watching your videos, completely making mself satisfied whenever a cast mark is being filed away and smooth finishes on metals. But the next time, please make videos for your supporters like me, not for all these haters who can't even make a restoration channel by themselves.
I think you should approach each restoration and do as you see fit. I enjoy watching your work and am not bothered by the difference between restoration to better than new or to something more "authentic". Keep up your great work.
I watched the video enchanted.Your striving for perfection is commendable.I Personally like the original imperfections corrected.Preserving a rusty object is one thing but restoration is another.Keep it up.
I prefer the perfect finish. I enjoy watching the work that goes into making them as fully functional as they can be. Don’t listen to the haters. Keep up the good work !!!
You do it whatever way you thinks best and I will be happy to enjoy watching my friend. There is a mechanical beauty to these old tools. Wish I had space to display and enjoy some myself 😂
PERFECT FINISH! But i do like that you are versatile, and knowledgeable to do both!
Economic pressures to produce goods at the lowest price point was a reality when this shoe stretcher was first made, that is why the castings were left so rough. What you and other RUclipsrs do is to restore these items to their full potential. Ignore the detractors, what we love is the care and attention you lavish on these restorations, continue to file and fill the imperfections. Sand between coats of paint, varnish or powder coating, and polish that nickel, brass or aluminium to reveal the best finish you can achieve. I for one wait for the works of art you reveal at the conclusion of each episode. Keep your files handy, and thank you for what you do.
If someone doesn't like how you restore something they have a couple of options: 1) they can stop watching you, or 2) they can become restorers themselves and do it the way that makes them happy.
Now, on to this project... love that you restored it to 1930's glamour. 👍
I have thought about your question for some days. And I must say I prefer the way you did it before (e.g. removing flaws). It may be correct to restore it as much as it was when you would give these items to a musuem. But you give those Items a new second life so evening flaws is the way to go!
do not feed the trolls by giving them attention. everything you do is excellent, and I love that it is done according to your own vision ❤
You're still one of the best restoration-guy)
You did a great job!
"Feci quod potui faciant meliora potentes" - I did my best, let me who can do better. So people can stop writing negative comments and create their own channel and do everything as they see fit 😁
Your work is amazing! I always referenced it to a frame up auto restoration. The vehicles are restored to a state better than when they were originally built. So, smoothing and filling casting imperfections is up to you. It's your channel. If the haters don't like it, then they should do their own videos and share those with us. So do what makes you happy. Thank you for your work.
You’re a professional restorer! Is what I can say. Very neat job!
Both kinds of restoration end up looking good so I'm going to keep watching no matter the restoration style.
Although I do prefer the Authentic ones. Possibly because they are rare.
I like what you are doing. It can be used and serves as a wonderful example of how things were done once upon a time. We have hundreds of old items store at our local museum. None of them restored. They are literally junk. No one looks at them because they are junk.
Just like auto restorations there are different schools of thought.
Day 0 - make it look like it just rolled off the assembly line
Day 10 - add appropriate changes that an owner would have done.
Then there are the ones that make it better than it would have looked. Perfect paint, not a blemish anywhere.
You do what makes you happy. I appreciate your technique and final products always.
Don't waste your precious time with people who have way too much free time. Leaving the imperfections or the marks of age is your choice, we will follow and enjoy the result of your hard work whatever you choose! Thanks for posting these beautiful videos!
Ignore the negative reviews: your restoration work is superb.🎉
As per your question, my preference is perfect restoration.
Saving history one object at a time. Awesome as usual
Something like this, is an exquisite example of a restored form, of one of the few examples of such a tool from its era. If those manufacturers or artists of production at that era could create a completely polished, and deburred product, they likely would have loved to.
Another piece of history restored to beautiful finish keep up the great work.😊
Well I think you're working is amazing, I don't really know much about restorations but I think all depends on tastes or the piece to restore.
I'm Love this restoration but your work with the espresso machine was amazing❤
Bro... Haters are also like casting imperfections... Erase them all !!.. make videos as you previously did... You did a good job and you are doing a good a job ... We love to see your perfect work... 🎉❤
I didn't even look up to see who the hater is, but it's really refreshing to see everyone else rallying around you to be encouraging. Great job.