I can see why it may have appealed to people back then, but these day it wouldn't get a look in for style! However, It looks wonderful now after its polish and buff up. An excellent job David. When I first saw it I thought "Why is he bothering with that ugly thing" but now it looks a lot better, however, it is not to my taste and the wife would throw it out! But it looks very good now.
Dave your artistic and creative genius knows no bounds. Especially with that brand badge. You persevered until you got a satisfactory result. Another incredible and amazing restoration of a vintage radio - brought to life once again.
That's a beauty. I am completely awed by you patience with the Kriesler badge and I'm so glad it was rewarded - it ended up looking perfect. I was particularly pleased you put a textile cable on the radio as well - I remember visiting my Granny's as a child and all her old appliances and light fittings had textile cables and they really do evoke the era.
Thanks Dave, the badge was trying my patience but the new mix worked first time, I was very happy. You are right it the retro cord was perfect for the job 😀
15 out of 10, David! A magnificent restoration. Your meticulous attention to detail is an inspiration to us jacks of all trades, and masters of nothing.
What a cute cuddly little radio. The Kriesler badge, such a dedicated effort and so worth it in the end. Valuable casting information too. Another great video. Cheers.
I have ot say the Kriesler's design is a masterpiece in simplicity ...a single mould would allow for the pieces to be made... in an era of shortages ..wonderful video as always David!!!!! a glint of light in the darkness of the current crisis
Hi Dave, Beautifully done again,as usual. Making the KRISLER badge was a great effort, and all your video's are full of GREAT IDEAS. And many thanks for getting me started. I have just restored a Hotpoint Y56DE [ AWA ]. My dad bought it in 1954/55, and as a kid I would listen radio serials, [Tarzan, Biggles etc.] It's bee sitting around my place for 25 years, since dad passed away. It is now fully restored & takes pride of place in my Ham Shack
Hi John, it's amazing how many people have said they have been inspired to do their own restores on radios that have been sitting around for years. It's great to hear that you got your Hotpoint fixed up. It's a mighty looking radio, I have a few in that style and they work and sound very good. Thanks 👍😀
Dave, you do good work the beehive radio is stunning. Your restoration particularly on cabinets is very Instructional. If you ever get tired of restoring radios you could go into antique furniture restoration & be right on the beam. Thank you for sharing your expertise during these troubled times, you’re helping us all cope.
Fantastic job David. And a nod from Mr. Carlson as well. He is the reason I found your channel. The badge was a challenge but if you try and fail you learn from that. You don't learn if you don't try. Beautiful work. 73 de KB7ICI.
Bravo David: I for one most certainly enjoyed this restoration series. The reproduction Kreisler badge looks as though it is original ...it goes to show what can be achieved with determination and perseverance, and this radio looks, and performs first class. As for restoring the electronics, I wouldn’t expect anything less than what you did for this little radio. It really is a credit to you. Thank you for sharing. Phil.
Excellent restauration !!!!! I never see assembly like this radio, Your pacience is enormous, but you enjoy this challenger. Congratulation - Sao Paulo - Brazil
What weird cabinet construction! Very helpful all these years later though, made it simpler to clean properly. Yes, that badge...took longer to figure out how to do it than to actually do it. As you said, next time you have to make something by this method, it'll be a lot more straightforward. You've learned a useful new skill and shared it with the rest of us so thanks for that. It came right in the end and looks an absolute treat! Overall cabinet finish came up very well indeed and you'd never guess it was originally painted. It really looks the absolute business! Waited a week for this and I knew it'd be worth it! Lovely stuff.
EXCELLENT TEACHER: THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTERESTING AND ATTRACTIVE VIDEOS. I DO NOT KNOW ENGLISH WELL, BUT I WELL OBSERVE HIS EXPLANATIONS. I VERY ENJOY YOUR TUTORIALS. PLEASE TAKE GREAT CARE OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OF THIS PANDEMIC. STRENGTH FOR THE WORLD THAT NEEDS IT SO MUCH. A STRONG MASTER HUG FROM CUBA.
Great job, especially the cabinet, I spent five hours polishing a bakelite TV cabinet, like your set, it looks like new again! Well worth the effort, love the shape & layered construction.
@@DavidTipton101 I am not sure if Australia imported Bush Radios, but check out the DAC10 from 1950, a similar design to your beehive set, in a 2 piece Bakelite cabinet.
A lot of work to get her together but it looks very original and like factory new! Persistence paid off in the end. A definite keeper! Very good job Dave.
Great Job Dave!!!! Turned out pristine.....I admire your determination on the badge fabrication! Great info to utilize in other applications in our hobby! Thanks for sharing...Take Care and Be Safe--Larry
Hi Larry, thanks. The badge came out very well but will be easier and better next time I hope, Thank you, we are OK at the moment, keep safe in your part of the world 😀
You Beauty, and what a beautiful radio it is ,you always amaze me with your wonderful craftsmanship ,really enjoyed watching this ,Well done David and a big pat on the back from me .
You get an A+ for persistence with that badge David well done. The cabinet came out beautifully. Interestingly Bakelite was developed in the city where I live in New York in 1907. Great job as always. ATB Doug.
@@DavidTipton101 needle exchange Dave, every community health centre should have them, free, wear sunglasses so they think your a drug user and you wont have a problem. Remember to dispose of properly though ; )
STUNNING Wet sanding was a great idea because creating dust is not what you need with it containing asbestos. Still be careful and use a mask. Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming. Take care
A true joy to view this! Fabulous restore Mr. David. I for one can barely wait for your next adventure in radio restore/repair. Until then, be safe & be well M8
I love that design Dave, it sounds great and the Kriesler dimensional emblem turned out fantastic! I know you had a LOT of work in that, but it looks to have been well worth it. BEAUTIFUL job again sir.
Hi Gregg, thank you. It's a very unique Aussie radio and completely different to most other Aussie radios in cabinet design. I don't know how well it went sales wise, they returned to more traditional style two years later. Yes, a lot of work but worth the effort. Thanks and cheers 👍🙂
Fantastic job Dave. That has to be the most unique case design I have ever seen. Hoping that you and yours stay safe and healthy through this current world wide emergency.
That case came out fantastically. Very impressive. I was shouting at you while you were pouring the epoxy into the mold. I'm surprised that you didn't hear me from Texas. Syringe. There are tons of disposable syringes and the needles that go with them on ebay. I think they refer this as the Luer lock system. I find them handy now and again. Cheap.
Top job... my kind of job removing and replicating that flimsy logo. Love these radio's you restore. Overhere in Europe... most where just wooden boxes with Philips, Grundig and Telefunken content. Wonderful. Just magic Dave! Cheers, Ruud
Keep them coming. I am stuck at home self isolating after my last Korea flight to Vancouver. These vids and my radios will get me through the next few months. What’s a finicky case design and so glad you polished the Bakelite. Thanks David!
Dave, yes that is one of your best renovations, but I love the way you make everything is as close to the when the radio came from the factory, another beautiful job, love watching your videos, looking forward to your next video, hope you and your family are safe and well.
HI VideoMentary Productions, thank you. It's good if I can make it look like like new, not possible sometimes if the original parts are missing. This one was easy. We are safe at the moment thanks, all the best to you 😀
I dont know if you know any one with a 3D printer, but seems like scanning the badge into a CAD program you could replicate the badge and even change sizes at will. I love your tenacity on solving a problem!
Was I the only one shouting at the screen on the last logo molding attempt "OH DAVE THAT'S ONE DROP TOO MANY!" Absolutely applaud you on the result. Much needed video, still on home lock down here in Lincolnshire, Illinois
HI David, you were not alone, I was also doing it during editing 🙄 We are in self imposed lockdown with restrictions getting tighter every day. I hope we get through this, good luck 👍😊
Another excellent video, love how you cover the whole job case and electrics. Thanks for posting something to lift another lock down day in UK. Solution to the badge ingenious
Hi Ken, this lock down is awful and we aren't as far down the track as you and other countries are yet. That badge took a bit of work alright, thanks and all the best 👍🙂
Tip: having successfully employed wet and dry on a number of plastic and Bakelite cases, I use water in a dish (not flowing) and put a drop or two of washing up detergent into the water. That acts as a very effective lubricant and helps avoid accidental gouging of the surface. As for polish, I use Autosol Metal Polish Liquid. I find the liquid to be just abrasive enough without being too so.
Thanks Dave excellent restoration as always, know these models are collectable but always thought they were a weird design, probably very thermally efficient though. Full marks for perseverance with the logo.
Great job on the restoration. Just to let you know that particular model came out of the factory painted cream with partial green knobs , green badge and green glass dial . It also came out of the factory painted green along with natural brown Bakelite finish. Cheers Paul
Making that Kriesler badge was a lot of work and at least some added expense worth noting but the end result was the difference between a rough radio with a damaged badge and a great looking old radio that appears in perfect condition. Good work to say the least.
Hi Jeff, It did cost a bit to get the badge right but well worth it and I have the materials for any future projects, plus what my wife doesn't know can't hurt me 😉🙂
@@DavidTipton101 yes and it's fun, love coming up with ways on how to fix things, did you see my part 2 of that Kriesler 11-20 ruclips.net/video/ryv8cO8z8V8/видео.html
I really like the look of this radio, and you did a great job on the finish! Such a unique design. Hope you and your family are well in this strange time.
Outstanding work David. Scared me to death when the spanner slipped whilst tightening one of the studs, thought the case had gone! Great persistence in casting the badge. Fancy having a go at some Hallicrafters gears? Lol. Best wishes from The UK and stay safe. Lynton
Thank you Lynton, I didn't do them up tight, I backed them off a touch as well. Good luck with the gears, could you use bronze to repair them? Cheers 😀
Hi David years ago I could have built up the gears by brazing, but I don’t have access to oxy-acetylene gear any longer. There are a couple of firms over here who specialise in small gears so I will have to examine their catalogues to see if anything might be suitable. Cheers Lynton.
As always, a brilliant demonstration of skilled craftsmanship, patience , determination and dedication. . My better half caught me watching your presentation, which usually means some discomfort and induced guilt heading my way at the speed of light, but joyfully, on this occasion, she was stopped in her tracks at the sight of the Beehive Radio.. She actually loves it, and would like to own it... Please feel highly complimented by her enthusiasm and my escape, (on this occasion), from a fearful retribution.. Keep well & safe Dave.. 🥴
Hi Pete, Thank you and my Beehive is honored by your wife's enthusiasm. My wife is particularly drawn to this one and has suggested prominent places to display it in our home, go figure. We are safe and well for now, I hope it is the same for you 😀
@@DavidTipton101 Thank you Dave.. It's slightly worrying to know that your better half is also into 'hive' identity syndrome. Best to keep your powder dry on this one. As for my safety and well being..I'm sure you're now aware that I'm walking a tightrope that has a candle burning away underneath it. On the brighter side, at least the government haven't shut down the 'bottle' shops...🤪🤪
Brilliant Dave, really enjoyed watching all your hard work. My nerves were in bits when you were doing the badge. I just know if I had attempted that I would have been covered from head to toe in goo. Great stuff mate.
When a valve is low emission it usually a striped cathode. The cathode is coated with chemicals to aid emission over time this is striped off. Also some time called a soft valve If you strip off a valve you won’t see this the chemicals the cathode are toxic. Great work I enjoy watching
Hi ajhnubia, when this valve showed no sign of life under test I expected to see a hard fault. The cathode stripping seems to be the common explanation I'm getting, thanks 🙂
During the Eighties and Nineties, nearly every pre/post-war console that I came across couldn't be given away, they seemed to not have value. I ran EMS back then, and had to transport someone to a nursing home from a hospital. I began offering them for their social areas/dayrooms/whichever, and placed eleven over those two decades. Edit: I've been thinking/brain farting: "How to build a Kriesler", deserves its own video.
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Fantastic work David! I can see the fascination with that design, it has the "high voltage insulator" look to it as well.
I think that's 10,000 V per rib isn't it
@@mackfisher4487 50Kv
Ha ha, you are right Mr Carlson, it would look at home on a pole as well as on the mantel 😄
Anyone who gets a thumbs up comment from Mr.C is A-OK in my book!
@@DavidTipton101 hi may frand💐💅Abdul iraq bagdhad
I'm binge watching all of these marvellous restorations and they are all just amazing.
Haha...OK, thanks Carl 😀
I can see why it may have appealed to people back then, but these day it wouldn't get a look in for style! However, It looks wonderful now after its polish and buff up. An excellent job David. When I first saw it I thought "Why is he bothering with that ugly thing" but now it looks a lot better, however, it is not to my taste and the wife would throw it out! But it looks very good now.
Arkkk, I'll keep it away from your wife then Bob 😲 It is a wacky design I admit but sought after by collectors, thanks Bob 😀
Excellent Dave - loved the 'never say die' attitude with the logo piece! 😁
Hi TUR, thanks. The logo was troublesome but will come in handy for next time, well worth the effort... I think 🙄😉
Dave your artistic and creative genius knows no bounds. Especially with that brand badge. You persevered until you got a satisfactory result. Another incredible and amazing restoration of a vintage radio - brought to life once again.
Thank you RoughJustice 2k18, never say die 😄
Thanks David for populating my never ending quanrantine time with such enjoyable programs.
These are unusual days Λογος, thank you 👍🙂
That's a beauty. I am completely awed by you patience with the Kriesler badge and I'm so glad it was rewarded - it ended up looking perfect. I was particularly pleased you put a textile cable on the radio as well - I remember visiting my Granny's as a child and all her old appliances and light fittings had textile cables and they really do evoke the era.
Thanks Dave, the badge was trying my patience but the new mix worked first time, I was very happy. You are right it the retro cord was perfect for the job 😀
So beautiful work to make it look like new. Love it. You and mr Carlson are a great example of how to keep history alive. Keep on make videos.
Thank you Harald, I'm not quite in Mr Carlson's league but I'll take it, thanks 🙂
15 out of 10, David! A magnificent restoration. Your meticulous attention to detail is an inspiration to us jacks of all trades, and masters of nothing.
Hi Dave, thank you. You know that 15 points out of 10 is mathematically impossible, Cheers 😄
@@DavidTipton101 Non-euclidian math, l,ol. It works in this case!!
Not when you're awarding merit points for a job well done..
What a cute cuddly little radio. The Kriesler badge, such a dedicated effort and so worth it in the end. Valuable casting information too. Another great video. Cheers.
Hi Pauline, it is kinda cuddly, like a brown koala. Cheers 😀
I have ot say the Kriesler's design is a masterpiece in simplicity ...a single mould would allow for the pieces to be made... in an era of shortages ..wonderful video as always David!!!!! a glint of light in the darkness of the current crisis
Hi Chris, thank you. I was amazed when I realised how it was constructed 😀
In my humble opinion David you really are a Master of your Craft, its a real joy to watch you work 👍🍺🍺🍺
Thank you Ian, cheers 🍻🍻🍻🍻
Another fantastic restoration, no detail left undone. And the results, looks and sounds Better than new!
Thank you Phillip 😀
Another beautifully restored radio. It looks brand new !
Thanks again blackpool 👍😀
Hi Dave, Beautifully done again,as usual. Making the KRISLER badge was a great effort, and all your video's are full of GREAT IDEAS. And many thanks for getting me started. I have just restored a Hotpoint Y56DE [ AWA ]. My dad bought it in 1954/55, and as a kid I would listen radio serials, [Tarzan, Biggles etc.] It's bee sitting around my place for 25 years, since dad passed away. It is now fully restored & takes pride of place in my Ham Shack
Hi John, it's amazing how many people have said they have been inspired to do their own restores on radios that have been sitting around for years. It's great to hear that you got your Hotpoint fixed up. It's a mighty looking radio, I have a few in that style and they work and sound very good. Thanks 👍😀
Dave, you do good work the beehive radio is stunning. Your restoration particularly on cabinets is very Instructional.
If you ever get tired of restoring radios you could go into antique furniture restoration & be right on the beam.
Thank you for sharing your expertise during these troubled times, you’re helping us all cope.
Hi Mack, you know I struggle with woodwork, I will stick to radios for the time being 😄 It's my pleasure and I hope you are all well 🤞🙂
Fantastic job David. And a nod from Mr. Carlson as well. He is the reason I found your channel. The badge was a challenge but if you try and fail you learn from that. You don't learn if you don't try. Beautiful work. 73 de KB7ICI.
Hi Bill, thank you. My badge making has improved since then and I can knock them out reasonably quickly now 🙂
Bravo David: I for one most certainly enjoyed this restoration series. The reproduction Kreisler badge looks as though it is original ...it goes to show what can be achieved with determination and perseverance, and this radio looks, and performs first class. As for restoring the electronics, I wouldn’t expect anything less than what you did for this little radio. It really is a credit to you. Thank you for sharing.
Phil.
Thank you Phil for your very kind comment, cheers 👍😀
Never seen the design before but absolutely love it. Very soothing to watch your work and end result. Thanks a lot for sharing.
Thank you Indiskret1. It's an unusual design and construction but it works somehow 🙂
Excellent restauration !!!!!
I never see assembly like this radio, Your pacience is enormous, but you enjoy this challenger.
Congratulation - Sao Paulo - Brazil
Hi Fernando, I'm always up for a challenge 😀 The assembly of the radio was a surprise for me too 🙂
Your patience to keep doing something over and over and over until you get it right is laudable. Really impressive work! Just amazing.
Hi Greg, or as Einstein said it's the definition of insanity 👍😀
Good evening Sir, very precise and efforts to restore the radio cabinet.A lot of thanks Sir.
A lot of thanks to you too Rakesh Kumar Sharma 😀
What weird cabinet construction! Very helpful all these years later though, made it simpler to clean properly.
Yes, that badge...took longer to figure out how to do it than to actually do it. As you said, next time you have to make something by this method, it'll be a lot more straightforward. You've learned a useful new skill and shared it with the rest of us so thanks for that. It came right in the end and looks an absolute treat!
Overall cabinet finish came up very well indeed and you'd never guess it was originally painted. It really looks the absolute business!
Waited a week for this and I knew it'd be worth it! Lovely stuff.
Hi Paul, thank you 👍😀
EXCELLENT TEACHER:
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTERESTING AND ATTRACTIVE VIDEOS.
I DO NOT KNOW ENGLISH WELL, BUT I WELL OBSERVE HIS EXPLANATIONS.
I VERY ENJOY YOUR TUTORIALS.
PLEASE TAKE GREAT CARE OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OF THIS PANDEMIC.
STRENGTH FOR THE WORLD THAT NEEDS IT SO MUCH.
A STRONG MASTER HUG FROM CUBA.
Hi Juan, thank you and a strong hug back to you. We will get through this but at what cost, time will tell 👍😀
Great job, especially the cabinet, I spent five hours polishing a bakelite TV cabinet, like your set, it looks like new again!
Well worth the effort, love the shape & layered construction.
Hi markpirateuk, it takes time and elbow grease but the results are worth it. Thank you 🙂
@@DavidTipton101 I am not sure if Australia imported Bush Radios, but check out the DAC10 from 1950, a similar design to your beehive set, in a 2 piece Bakelite cabinet.
A lot of work to get her together but it looks very original and like factory new! Persistence paid off in the end. A definite keeper! Very good job Dave.
It came up very nicely in the end, thank you he's the Master 😀
Great Job Dave!!!! Turned out pristine.....I admire your determination on the badge fabrication! Great info to utilize in other applications in our hobby! Thanks for sharing...Take Care and Be Safe--Larry
Hi Larry, thanks. The badge came out very well but will be easier and better next time I hope, Thank you, we are OK at the moment, keep safe in your part of the world 😀
That was really impressive. I like your eye for details. I again really enjoyed you restoring this beauty!
Thank you Rene 😀
Your skill never ceases to amaze me! Fantastic job!
Hi Jack, thank you 👍🙂
The individual louvers are actually pretty smart in regards to manufacturing.
I agree the_grimlin, there would be no other way to do it I would think 😀
Yet another superb resto job.
CheersDavid you never disappointed craftsmanship to an infinite quality nice infant superb work.
Thank you Stephen 😀
Beautiful workmanship on this restoration. I really enjoyed your video. Keep safe David.
Thank you KubotaManDan. Keep safe yourself 👍😀
You do amazing work. It's fun to watch you restore these radios.
HI Phil, thank you. It's fun to do too 👍😀
Another awesome restoration! Thank you for taking us along and sharing your techniques! Great stuff
Hi Jim, thank you and my pleasure 😀
Absolutely brilliant restoration. The case rebuild is always my favourite part of your process. Thanks for another interesting video.
Thank you for watching birdie399 😀
You Beauty, and what a beautiful radio it is ,you always amaze me with your wonderful craftsmanship ,really enjoyed watching this ,Well done David and a big pat on the back from me .
Hi Doc, thank you, it came out great. Keep safe in NZ 👍😀
Excellent finish David, well done!
Thank you justicelut 🙂
I admire your patience. and the result was perfect again.
Thank you Mustafa 😀
Really enjoyed that, thank you for sharing. Certainly like the unusual and varied shapes used in the designs of many of these bakelite wireless sets.
Thank you Steve. I was surprised when I found out how they had built the case, made sense really but hadn't considered it till then 👍🙂
You get an A+ for persistence with that badge David well done. The cabinet came out beautifully. Interestingly Bakelite was developed in the city where I live in New York in 1907. Great job as always. ATB Doug.
Hi Doug, yes, in Yonkers I believe. Thank you 😀
Love to see you at work. Very meticulous. Please stay safe especially in these trying times with the virus around.
Thank you Comforter Spirit, we are trying to stay away from the virus thank you. You be safe too 👍😀
Another very nice job, well done.
See if you can get some syringes, very good for laying in small bits of adhesive, epoxies and JB/etc.
Cheers
Hi scofab, I tried to get some but couldn't. We used to use them where I worked but had no luck locally, they would have been ideal 👍🙂
@@DavidTipton101 You might be able to obtain some extra ear-drop or eye-drop pipettes - those would work for a project like this.
@@DavidTipton101 needle exchange Dave, every community health centre should have them, free, wear sunglasses so they think your a drug user and you wont have a problem. Remember to dispose of properly though ; )
I always learn something or two in every video, beautiful job.
Thanks for letting us look over your shoulder!
Hi David, I learn something too, it's my pleasure 😀
Excellent workmanship.
Hi Peter, thank you 😀
STUNNING
Wet sanding was a great idea because creating dust is not what you need with it containing asbestos.
Still be careful and use a mask.
Keep up the great work and keep the videos coming.
Take care
Hi Shayne, thanks and that's a great safety tip 👍😀
Looks great.
It's one of me favorite radios clive 😀
David, simply outstanding !!
Hi Karl, thank you 😀
Another excellent restoration Dave,the logo look's great as does the case,well done.
Thanks Mick, worth the effort 😀
Excellent job on reproducing that Kriesler logo piece! Kudos! That's a really nice looking radio! Love the bakelite pieces...
Hi David, thanks. The badge looks good on the radio, I'm glad I went for the gold colour, it stands out. The construction was very unusual 😀
Thanks David. Great entertainment and a nice distraction from the exponential growth in number of cases.
Hi Robert, any distraction is good at the moment, thanks 😀
I'm amazed with the detail and quality of your radio restorations. Well done!
Thank you lakrfan 49 👍😀
A true joy to view this! Fabulous restore Mr. David. I for one can barely wait for your next adventure in radio restore/repair. Until then, be safe & be well M8
Thank you Craig, you are very kind. Be safe in your part of the world too 👍🙂
Another beautiful restoration, thank you for sharing all the attempts on the Kriesler logo.
Hi Bruce, thank you and my pleasure 😀
I love that design Dave, it sounds great and the Kriesler dimensional emblem turned out fantastic! I know you had a LOT of work in that, but it looks to have been well worth it. BEAUTIFUL job again sir.
Hi Gregg, thank you. It's a very unique Aussie radio and completely different to most other Aussie radios in cabinet design. I don't know how well it went sales wise, they returned to more traditional style two years later. Yes, a lot of work but worth the effort. Thanks and cheers 👍🙂
Fantastic job Dave. That has to be the most unique case design I have ever seen. Hoping that you and yours stay safe and healthy through this current world wide emergency.
It's a very unusual case Larry, I don't know what they were thinking but it makes it unique. Stay safe Larry 👍😀
Very useful info about restoring the case. It's good to see failures too.
Thanks Murat, we all learn something 😀
That case came out fantastically. Very impressive. I was shouting at you while you were pouring the epoxy into the mold. I'm surprised that you didn't hear me from Texas. Syringe. There are tons of disposable syringes and the needles that go with them on ebay. I think they refer this as the Luer lock system. I find them handy now and again. Cheap.
Hi George, I knew I would cop some flak for that, I tried to get some but was unable to, I will order some from eBay 🙄😄
Well done ,very impressive precision work
Thank you Kenneth 🙂
Top job... my kind of job removing and replicating that flimsy logo. Love these radio's you restore. Overhere in Europe... most where just wooden boxes with Philips, Grundig and Telefunken content. Wonderful. Just magic Dave! Cheers, Ruud
Hi Ruud, thank you. This one was unusual even for me 😀
Keep them coming. I am stuck at home self isolating after my last Korea flight to Vancouver. These vids and my radios will get me through the next few months. What’s a finicky case design and so glad you polished the Bakelite. Thanks David!
Thank you Geoff. We all need something to keep us distracted, my wife is getting cabin fever after only a week of avoiding going out 😀
Hello David
Very fine job with the bakelite , looks brand new .
thumbs up
greets
Uli
Hello Uli, greetings and thank you 😀
Dave, yes that is one of your best renovations, but I love the way you make everything is as close to the when the radio came from the factory, another beautiful job, love watching your videos, looking forward to your next video, hope you and your family are safe and well.
HI VideoMentary Productions, thank you. It's good if I can make it look like like new, not possible sometimes if the original parts are missing. This one was easy. We are safe at the moment thanks, all the best to you 😀
I dont know if you know any one with a 3D printer, but seems like scanning the badge into a CAD program you could replicate the badge and even change sizes at will. I love your tenacity on solving a problem!
I have no experience with 3D printers, I wonder if it could be used to do that, thanks Tom 🤔
Was I the only one shouting at the screen on the last logo molding attempt "OH DAVE THAT'S ONE DROP TOO MANY!" Absolutely applaud you on the result. Much needed video, still on home lock down here in Lincolnshire, Illinois
HI David, you were not alone, I was also doing it during editing 🙄 We are in self imposed lockdown with restrictions getting tighter every day. I hope we get through this, good luck 👍😊
It looks great, David! Nice save 🙂
Hi Darryl 603, thank you 😀
WHAT A WONDERFUL WORK
Hi Arnie, thank you 😀
You should be very proud of that, what a fantastic restore.
Thank you RSP (I'm not typing that out 🙂) It certainly grabs your attention on display 😀
Another excellent video, love how you cover the whole job case and electrics. Thanks for posting something to lift another lock down day in UK. Solution to the badge ingenious
Hi Ken, this lock down is awful and we aren't as far down the track as you and other countries are yet. That badge took a bit of work alright, thanks and all the best 👍🙂
Tip: having successfully employed wet and dry on a number of plastic and Bakelite cases, I use water in a dish (not flowing) and put a drop or two of washing up detergent into the water. That acts as a very effective lubricant and helps avoid accidental gouging of the surface. As for polish, I use Autosol Metal Polish Liquid. I find the liquid to be just abrasive enough without being too so.
Hi James, thanks for the tips 👍😀
@@DavidTipton101 Pleasure. Did you see my Q about punching those knob felts?
Thanks Dave excellent restoration as always, know these models are collectable but always thought they were a weird design, probably very thermally efficient though. Full marks for perseverance with the logo.
I can't argue about the wacky design but they stand out in the crowd. It would have looking perfectly at home in the 1940s 👍🙂
Great job on the restoration. Just to let you know that particular model came out of the factory painted cream with partial green knobs , green badge and green glass dial . It also came out of the factory painted green along with natural brown Bakelite finish. Cheers Paul
Thank you Paul. Yes, this was one such model, the owner had removed the cream paint with a scraper damaging the case in the process 🙂
Wonderful Job. Enjoyed this series so much. Thank you for the videos.
You are welcome robbyxp1 and thank you 😀
Really nice work David. Mediocracy certainly isn't in your nature and that shows.
HI Graham, thanks mate 👍🙂
Beautiful! Well done.
Thank you Fibber's Closet 😀
Great job all your effort really shows. Stay safe out there.
Thank you Ripley, stay safe also 👍🙂
Making that Kriesler badge was a lot of work and at least some added expense worth noting but the end result was the difference between a rough radio with a damaged badge and a great looking old radio that appears in perfect condition. Good work to say the least.
Hi Jeff, It did cost a bit to get the badge right but well worth it and I have the materials for any future projects, plus what my wife doesn't know can't hurt me 😉🙂
Nice work David, That came up well, I like the Kriesler badge ill remember that one...
Hi Melissa, thanks. All part of the learning curve isn't it 😀
@@DavidTipton101 yes and it's fun, love coming up with ways on how to fix things, did you see my part 2 of that Kriesler 11-20 ruclips.net/video/ryv8cO8z8V8/видео.html
That's a real beauty my friend
Thank you Ronnie 😀
*_BRAVO DAVID. YOU ARE A MASTER AND ARTIST NO.1_*
Hi D. ilic, thank you 😀
Neat Restoration.
Thank you JK Hammill 😀
Gorgeous! Great work, thanks for posting!
Hi Jac, thanks for watching and your comment 😀
Fantastic David! Avant.
Thank you Flávio 😀
I really like the look of this radio, and you did a great job on the finish! Such a unique design. Hope you and your family are well in this strange time.
Hi Brian, thank you. We are all well at this stage thank you. I hope the same for you 👍😀
Замечательная работа. Девид вы как всегда на высоте.
Большое спасибо Radio Power 👍😀
Outstanding work David. Scared me to death when the spanner slipped whilst tightening one of the studs, thought the case had gone!
Great persistence in casting the badge. Fancy having a go at some Hallicrafters gears? Lol.
Best wishes from The UK and stay safe.
Lynton
Thank you Lynton, I didn't do them up tight, I backed them off a touch as well. Good luck with the gears, could you use bronze to repair them? Cheers 😀
Oh, and stay safe too Lynton 👍🙂
Hi David years ago I could have built up the gears by brazing, but I don’t have access to oxy-acetylene gear any longer. There are a couple of firms over here who specialise in small gears so I will have to examine their catalogues to see if anything might be suitable. Cheers Lynton.
Great Job David, Such a neat radio. Keep it up.
Thanks John, one of my favorites 👍🙂
Fantastic result.
thank you migsven surfing 😀
As always, a brilliant demonstration of skilled craftsmanship, patience , determination and dedication. . My better half caught me watching your presentation, which usually means some discomfort and induced guilt heading my way at the speed of light, but joyfully, on this occasion, she was stopped in her tracks at the sight of the Beehive Radio.. She actually loves it, and would like to own it... Please feel highly complimented by her enthusiasm and my escape, (on this occasion), from a fearful retribution.. Keep well & safe Dave.. 🥴
Hi Pete, Thank you and my Beehive is honored by your wife's enthusiasm. My wife is particularly drawn to this one and has suggested prominent places to display it in our home, go figure. We are safe and well for now, I hope it is the same for you 😀
@@DavidTipton101 Thank you Dave.. It's slightly worrying to know that your better half is also into 'hive' identity syndrome. Best to keep your powder dry on this one. As for my safety and well being..I'm sure you're now aware that I'm walking a tightrope that has a candle burning away underneath it. On the brighter side, at least the government haven't shut down the 'bottle' shops...🤪🤪
@@pda49184 The bottle shops are open here too as they are regarded as an essential service 🍻
Nice looking radio. Job well done David. I love how you did the badge. I am glad you decided not to paint it. 73 Joe
Hello Joe, I wasn't going to paint it, I could see the case was OK, and it would have looked hideous if I had 😲 Thanks Joe 🙂
You are a master, well done, enjoy your posts. Best wishes from Perth.
Thank you Junior. I love Perth, all the best 😀
Brilliant Dave, really enjoyed watching all your hard work. My nerves were in bits when you were doing the badge. I just know if I had attempted that I would have been covered from head to toe in goo. Great stuff mate.
HI Dave, the badge came out great and I'm happy I painted it gold, it stands out and lifts the look of the radio. All the best Dave 😀
Great restore!
Hi Andrew, thank you 😀
Excellent job. Well worth all the work you put into it!
Hi Troy, thank you, it does look fantastic 😀
When a valve is low emission it usually a striped cathode.
The cathode is coated with chemicals to aid emission over time this is striped off.
Also some time called a soft valve
If you strip off a valve you won’t see this the chemicals the cathode are toxic.
Great work I enjoy watching
Hi ajhnubia, when this valve showed no sign of life under test I expected to see a hard fault. The cathode stripping seems to be the common explanation I'm getting, thanks 🙂
During the Eighties and Nineties, nearly every pre/post-war console that I came across couldn't be given away, they seemed to not have value. I ran EMS back then, and had to transport someone to a nursing home from a hospital. I began offering them for their social areas/dayrooms/whichever, and placed eleven over those two decades.
Edit: I've been thinking/brain farting: "How to build a Kriesler", deserves its own video.
Hi AMStationEngineer, it's still hard to find new homes for consoles, your solution was outstanding, well done 👍😀
Great job david very good you٫re a doctor🌹 😊👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏☕
Thank you Bachir Khatat 👨⚕️😀
I love the pictures at the beginning! Nice video!
Thanks BP Projects 😀
@@DavidTipton101 Hey no problem! Keep up the great work! You really are doing a fantastic job!
That looks amazing!
Thanks Klave 😃
Excellent job on the case and emblem. Keep up the great work!
Hi Tim, thank you 😀
Beautiful! Oh, the 40's..... Thanks!
Hi John, thank you. It would look right at home in the 40s 😀
@@DavidTipton101 David, I think you are singularly saving the world from the loss of beautiful, functional art! Lots of memories with every piece.
@@johnwelch557 Thank you John, there are quite a few others doing it too thankfully
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