Antique Rusty Hand Plane - Restoration

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  • Опубликовано: 26 ноя 2024

Комментарии • 6 тыс.

  • @chrisneilson7221
    @chrisneilson7221 3 года назад +143

    I really like the format of no annoying music, no chatter, just the sound of a master craftsman working with his tools

  • @jonas3112
    @jonas3112 5 лет назад +623

    By far the best restauration Channel. You show the good parts at normal speed instead of just speeding up everything.
    Just great work as always

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  5 лет назад +52

      Thank you very much :-) I'm glad you like it

    • @rdman86
      @rdman86 5 лет назад +18

      jonas3112 is it just me or is the sand blasting the most satisfying?

    • @mykalimba
      @mykalimba 5 лет назад +7

      By "the good parts" you mean sandblasting, amirite!

    • @kevincourville1164
      @kevincourville1164 5 лет назад +5

      For me i find the lathe turning and Emery clothe is the most satisfying

    • @MM-Iconoclast
      @MM-Iconoclast 5 лет назад +1

      @@mymechanics Everybody is saying that the part that you said was not original had 'Stanley' on it. Was it for sure not original to this plane?

  • @BradyBegeman
    @BradyBegeman 5 лет назад +3029

    This man doesn’t do restorations. He turns mass produced products into one-of-a-kind museum quality pieces.

    • @kevincourville1164
      @kevincourville1164 5 лет назад +46

      Best comment

    • @AsymptoteInverse
      @AsymptoteInverse 5 лет назад +33

      I think that's my favorite part.

    • @michelfrance75
      @michelfrance75 5 лет назад +75

      I agree, this is not restoration because the product "restored" does not even match the new product manufactured in series. Have you seen plane blades with a mirror polish or molded parts that have been filled with asperities from the molding sand ? No, I do not like and the object has lost its historical value. I do paint restoration, fortunately we do not do so !

    • @ingvarhallstrom2306
      @ingvarhallstrom2306 5 лет назад +13

      For something he could never charge the time he put into it. That's at least ten times worth of labour..

    • @RitzSamaritano
      @RitzSamaritano 5 лет назад +180

      @@michelfrance75 you're talking about a total different story.
      On RUclips there's a lot of people who make restorations, some of them do a conservative restore, @my_mechanics uses a different approach.
      He turns old and forgotten objects in something special and unique, with an incredible focus on details and precision.
      On this his videos are absolute masterpieces, honestly I never saw anyone even comparable with him on these aspects.

  • @shadowmihaiu
    @shadowmihaiu 3 года назад +136

    Wow. As a boy, I found a hand plane very similar to this in my father's tool chest. I played with it and took it apart. This brings back some memories that have been buried for well over 50 years. As well, I have been watching a lot of your restoration videos. You are truly a craftsman, and just watching is a meditative and relaxing experience. Thank you for sharing this, and your others, with us.

  • @exlibrisas
    @exlibrisas 5 лет назад +81

    It's weird how watching someone's incredible skills and beautiful result causes so much joy.

    • @overyonderjustapiece
      @overyonderjustapiece 5 лет назад +5

      exlibrisas not to mention extremely relaxing! I am always in a mellow mood after watching him restore an old tool or part back to new. But honestly, I love the lathe work the most cause of the precision involved. When he did the antique oil can and was cleaning the inside with the small stones, I just busted up laughing when he taped it to the spindle so it would turn offset!!

    • @exlibrisas
      @exlibrisas 5 лет назад +4

      @@overyonderjustapiece Manliest ASMR ever.

    • @michaelrice500
      @michaelrice500 4 года назад

      "Art is the essence of joy, both for the artist and the observer" ________ my dad

  • @kellyfinn2598
    @kellyfinn2598 5 лет назад +142

    I have been a patternmaker for nearly 50 years in many foundries and I have never seen anyone with the breadth of knowledge necessary to accomplish something like this! Thank you so much for your passion for worthwhile things long past!

    • @homeslice1479
      @homeslice1479 4 года назад +6

      Seriously, his skill set is incredibly broad. Very impressive. And he does everything extremely well!

    • @kodakenta
      @kodakenta 4 года назад +1

      ok boomer

    • @harkriz415
      @harkriz415 4 года назад

      ok boomer

    • @derekstocker6661
      @derekstocker6661 4 года назад

      What I can't understand how so many people dislike this!
      Fabulous skill and work to bring back to life a totally deteriorated item! It's not a priceless or valuable antique being destroyed, it's restoration of something that many would bin without a thought!

    • @vichansen5952
      @vichansen5952 3 года назад

      @@derekstocker6661 I think the doubts would come because the final result is entirely different from the original. This process has turned it from a tool into a work of art. I can appreciate that but it does sacrifice some of the authenticity of the object being 'restored'.

  • @brabhamfreaman166
    @brabhamfreaman166 5 лет назад +238

    "I make a new one." Finest words to read on this channel.

    • @marshwetland3808
      @marshwetland3808 5 лет назад +11

      Could sell many tshirts.

    • @JayDeeIsMyName
      @JayDeeIsMyName 5 лет назад +4

      @@marshwetland3808 This t-shirt is sold.
      I make new one.

  • @latent-broadcasting
    @latent-broadcasting 3 года назад +256

    As an artist, seeing you sanding or hammering something for hours and watching the result after gives me hope. Sometimes it's easy to give up if it doesn't turn good in the firs half hour of trying. Watching you work makes me realize things takes time to get good and it's not possible to rush them. Thank you for your videos! I'm learning a lot

    • @mickavellian
      @mickavellian 3 года назад +3

      and that is the secret uh ? COMMITMENT
      I just read that NEANDERTHALS art has been classified as the FIRST conscious form of Art. To the point that many generations could work on the same or similar art styles but you could see techniques growing for hundreds of years and then a style could be repeated as an homage.
      My GOD people THAT made me cry.

    • @مفرحالجابري-و7ض
      @مفرحالجابري-و7ض 2 года назад

      @@mickavellian APTG

    • @shannonfamily
      @shannonfamily 2 года назад +2

      @@mickavellian I had the same thoughts. I fix everything and make some things but my main tool is a wood lathe, I actually think I love my lathe more than any tool I've ever used... point is I don't have to sand a lot or for that long and still I am lazy... then I watch this. It's fine craftsmanship, patience too, more than I have sadly. Love this channel.

  • @thekchile
    @thekchile 5 лет назад +223

    As a woodworker I really love planes and restoring them, never seen the disassembly of a transitional plane, I loved it, but I have three observations to make
    1.- Stanley Irons do have the hole to the front, no it is not convenient, and I dont know why they did it like that when other plane makers did it with the hole to the back, so the iron might be original
    2.- the plane body was bone dry, it needed to soak in linseed oil before putting varnish
    3.- older stanley planes did not use black paint, they used japanning wich is a lot more durable but it is a pain to put in place
    Really enjoyed this restoration! Loved the detail of using dowels of the same wood, even though they would not be seen, hope that you enjoy the vice that is hand planing. If it jams, it is probably because the chip beaker needed to be rectified, it is an easy fix

    • @caribmedical57
      @caribmedical57 5 лет назад +15

      Very interesting post. I was wondering about why some of the parts were "wrong", they were right to beguin with.
      What in the world is japanning? 😄

    • @thekchile
      @thekchile 5 лет назад +26

      @@caribmedical57 japanning is a type of finish done with asphaltum, and it is cooked in an oven. Hand tool rescue has done some nice videos explaining it

    • @Minossos
      @Minossos 5 лет назад +7

      @@thekchile @​carib medical i 2nd this Hand tool rescue's video on japaning is amazing and very in depth. Definitly worth a watch

    • @RadioWerwolf
      @RadioWerwolf 5 лет назад +2

      Very good points indeed..

    • @LucasBaron713
      @LucasBaron713 5 лет назад +7

      At 11:04 we can see the Stanley original logo or stamp so... I think it's the original piece

  • @screeny30
    @screeny30 5 лет назад +339

    "I make a new one"
    the sentence everybody is waiting for :D
    nice video and nice work, dude :)

    • @relathan1
      @relathan1 5 лет назад +9

      haha You said it before I could! My favorite part of any of his vids.

    • @kennethlow5478
      @kennethlow5478 5 лет назад +3

      Add me to that list of those who love that line. Almost as if he says it so nonchalant. Awesome work!

    • @redrackham6812
      @redrackham6812 5 лет назад +1

      Not me. What I love is when he restores an old part. I know sometimes it's necessary for him to make a new part, but I love seeing the old ones restored.

    • @Onihikage
      @Onihikage 5 лет назад

      I personally use that as my reminder to hit the Like button!

    • @saddle1940
      @saddle1940 5 лет назад

      It's not true though, even the replacement bits are better than new.

  • @alimirzaie7010
    @alimirzaie7010 5 лет назад +209

    You are back, Finally.
    Please man! make more videos, I am now addicted to your works
    Edit: Thanks for likes, and I also don't want to see this superior quality drop in favor of getting more contents

    • @macedindu829
      @macedindu829 5 лет назад +11

      The downside of his amazing thoroughness is slower video output. It's a tradeoff, unfortunately.

    • @kuplung22
      @kuplung22 5 лет назад +10

      If you want quality, don't ask for that.

    • @nathanbinns6345
      @nathanbinns6345 5 лет назад +6

      I think he still works full time and does this in his free time.

  • @happycroissant326
    @happycroissant326 2 года назад +8

    If everybody took as much pride and effort into their works as this person does, the world will never need to replace anything ever again

  • @stevenj6563
    @stevenj6563 5 лет назад +39

    Excellent Job! I live and grew up 10 minutes from Stanley HQ and have many of their antique tools that were passed down to me. This hits close to home and I wish my father was still alive to see this restoration. Bravo sir!!

    • @juliojimenez9794
      @juliojimenez9794 5 лет назад +5

      Please go and tell them about this video. I would love to see them contact him just like the German vice company did a year ago.

  • @MoultrieGeek
    @MoultrieGeek 5 лет назад +26

    Using compressed air to force the epoxy deeper into the wood was insanely clever, just like everything you do. Well done!

  • @Toby-fp1nf
    @Toby-fp1nf 5 лет назад +51

    I swear that plane didn't leave the original factory in that brilliant a condition.
    Let's face it, guys: There is only one master of restoration channels and that's right here. Period.

  • @bobbyricketts1429
    @bobbyricketts1429 3 года назад +61

    Your patience and attention to detail is incredibly addictive to watch!! Keep them coming.

  • @EricRidesDirt
    @EricRidesDirt 5 лет назад +64

    Everyone else would have just painted everything after sand blasting it. Love your dedication to the small details

    • @ObsidianParis
      @ObsidianParis 5 лет назад +8

      Most of the people would have painted it WITHOUT even sandblasting it ! :-)

    • @JustDevon
      @JustDevon 5 лет назад +2

      1 channel that finds perfectly straight metal toys and just sandblasts and paints comes to mind

  • @GarroldR
    @GarroldR 5 лет назад +286

    What I've learned from watching these:
    1. All edges get broken
    2. All holes get a bevel
    3. All hardware gets a mirror finish
    4. All casting marks get removed

    • @homeslice1479
      @homeslice1479 4 года назад +27

      5. Any damaged things? Make a new one.

    • @zicnov4794
      @zicnov4794 4 года назад +11

      homeslice1479 6. Something isn’t damaged? Still make a new one

    • @user-rc7dg3np9c
      @user-rc7dg3np9c 4 года назад +5

      Perhaps you should watch something else, if you don’t like it. I love watching it

    • @ReaperCH90
      @ReaperCH90 4 года назад +4

      @Jane Marsee I believe that every healthy person can learn every skill that does not involve super strength or super intelligence etc. to a good enough degree if we just keep doing it. I love to take apart stuff I don't need anymore and put it back together, to see how it works. Sometimes I even manage to repair something.

    • @vincentaurelius2390
      @vincentaurelius2390 4 года назад +5

      And any off-center holes get filled and re-drilled.

  • @ogmatt5455
    @ogmatt5455 4 года назад +110

    half the time i dont even know what he's restoring but its just so satisfying to watch

  • @captainpanda5533
    @captainpanda5533 3 года назад +35

    In case you were curious, the black finish on the original hand plane wasn't paint, but actually a process called 'japanning.' It's a mixture of turpentine, boiled linseed oil, and powdered asphaltum that's baked onto the tool. Basically, the powder coat of its day.

  • @sl9sl9
    @sl9sl9 5 лет назад +16

    What is this, a new my mechanics video! I still don't know why I get so excited over these, but I do.
    my mechanics videos are food for the soul.

  • @eriesniper
    @eriesniper 5 лет назад +61

    When he said that there is a part missing, I GOT SO SUPER EXCITED!

    • @MrPnew1
      @MrPnew1 5 лет назад +2

      me too I had to have the day off work

  • @mantaship
    @mantaship 5 лет назад +31

    This is such a fine job. Transitionals are not easy, and there are a lot of purists who have very specific thoughts. This was such an over the top, and yet and incredibly respectful job.

    • @lady_sir_knight3713
      @lady_sir_knight3713 5 лет назад +1

      Transitionals?

    • @riverrowanphoenix1876
      @riverrowanphoenix1876 5 лет назад +5

      @@lady_sir_knight3713 Transitional Planes, which are the type of wood plane featured in this video (those with a metal frame component and a wooden sole). Companies started making them as a compromise between the traditional planes that, minus the blade, were made entirely from wood, and the modern metal planes that we see today.
      If memory serves, they're referred to as "transitional" because when the idea of a metal plane first came about, it was met with a large amount of skepticism because 'metal doesn't glide as easily over wooden workpieces as wood does' - or at least that was the popular opinion. So they made these as a way to market the improved adjustability of the metal plane, while still keeping the wooden sole of the planes for that smooth glide that the woodworkers were looking for at the time. These slowly faded away and gave rise to the fully metal planes that are most popular today.

  • @jeffreyvelthuis9245
    @jeffreyvelthuis9245 3 года назад +51

    Can we admire the amount of work and time this man puts into his video’s. All the timestamps and the description.

  • @austint19
    @austint19 5 лет назад +153

    The sandblasting button:
    “Am I a joke to you?”
    Also sick resto per usual!! Love it man!

  • @Eurobunneh
    @Eurobunneh 5 лет назад +50

    My inability to do anything of this nature means I live vicariously through your superb videos.

    • @Racing_Fox
      @Racing_Fox 5 лет назад +1

      Cmdr Pertanga my inability to put in the time and money to do this means I’m here

  • @davids6533
    @davids6533 4 года назад +67

    You mentioned in the description about not being a woodworker. You might enjoy watching Thomas Johnson's YT channel. He is an antique furniture restorer, and he is almost as good with wood and tiny details as you are with metal. He also makes new parts as needed. You both do excellent work.

  • @ShantanuSharma
    @ShantanuSharma Год назад +2

    This is not just restoration. I call this being able to travel back in time to see all the craftsmanship that used to go into making this stuff. You begin to appreciate all the hard work and the skill that went into making things before machines took over. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this experience.👌🏼

  • @weeliano
    @weeliano 5 лет назад +19

    You are the epitome of a Master Craftsman! Seeing you work your restoration magic is immensely satisfying! Incredible!

  • @averyoriginalname1547
    @averyoriginalname1547 5 лет назад +4790

    1 million subscriber special: making a new cover for the sandblaster button

  • @bfunkt4313
    @bfunkt4313 4 года назад +66

    I just love how a little piece of history comes alive again with every restoration. It's like a little window into the past.

  • @swtsog
    @swtsog 2 года назад +6

    You are an artist, a restorer, a resurrection, and I feel so alive when I see your work.

  • @lionfromspace4726
    @lionfromspace4726 5 лет назад +173

    Только человек с большим сердцем может так восстанавливать вещи. Не перестаю удивляться вашему таланту. Спасибо!

    • @роботВертер-ю8й
      @роботВертер-ю8й 5 лет назад +11

      давно его смотрю,очень талантливый чувак.Успехов во всех начинаниях.

    • @lionfromspace4726
      @lionfromspace4726 5 лет назад +3

      @Виктор Азот если вы сможете дом отправить, то он наверняка восстановит. 😜

    • @Black__Mezza
      @Black__Mezza 5 лет назад +5

      @Виктор Азот Только не почтой роиси! Дом потеряецца)))) жалко.....

    • @dmytrokrikun9660
      @dmytrokrikun9660 5 лет назад +6

      Можешь отремонтировать мой город?

    • @Infinium13
      @Infinium13 5 лет назад +3

      это вам не крастера смотреть )

  • @mamfzf
    @mamfzf 5 лет назад +71

    I am so happy about this video! It hit all the great buttons for me; a new technique learned, a workaround for a stuck part, mirrored parts, machined parts, sandblasting, and your willingness to try to fix something outside of your normal scope! It is just a ballet of ingenious fixing! I also noticed a new painting set-up, which I hope you have found better than your old system! Thank you so much to a great video (any video from you is great!), on a bad week of my own, the week is looking so much better now! (This is why I'm a Patreon member!)

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  5 лет назад +16

      Thank you very much, I really do appreciate your support and your kind words. I had a lot of trouble with bad spray cans, so i decided to ask my friend to spray it professionally, maybe i'll keep that for future projects. Painting is my least favourite part of the restoration process.

    • @overyonderjustapiece
      @overyonderjustapiece 5 лет назад +3

      I kind of liked the old rattlecan stuff! It always came out great!!
      The new way had the parts bouncing around a lot, which could cause runs or flaws in the paint.

    • @Gamer1st1
      @Gamer1st1 5 лет назад +1

      my mechanics Same here on building the robot puppets from MST3K I make, props, or models. I have a severe hand tremor problem which makes it even worse. I’m going to try my shaky hand at air brushing soon to see if that helps.

  • @mrfordman9999
    @mrfordman9999 5 лет назад +14

    Every time I watch one of these at the beginning of like oh yeah this is not going to turn out that great I don't know what he's going to do with this. By the end I'm like good God that is a museum-quality piece of equipment that has not only been restored but is more than likely better than the day it came off the factory floor. This is the FINAL word in restoration channels. Simply amazing!

  • @williamstyers4264
    @williamstyers4264 2 года назад +23

    My great-grandfather and my grandfather were both carpenters and woodworkers. The old Stanley tools were really works of industrial art in their own way. I still have some of their tools that are my treasures. Wonderful to see the care and craftsmanship that you display in your restorations.

  • @843292
    @843292 5 лет назад +13

    Wow, I saw that ingenious idea to keep from warping the metal by using a bolt/nut as a support! Good thinking!

  • @ArbysFisted
    @ArbysFisted 5 лет назад +332

    His body: “dies”
    His conscious: “i make new one”
    Keep up the great work man

    • @BensSightSoundandAuto
      @BensSightSoundandAuto 4 года назад +10

      "Puts human round stock in the lathe"

    • @lucaw2044
      @lucaw2044 4 года назад +3

      This is how he gained so much knowledge on these parts, he designed them himself hundreds of years ago

    • @piciperkuadrik4636
      @piciperkuadrik4636 4 года назад +1

      He made humanity

    • @ZalVIIzero
      @ZalVIIzero 4 года назад +3

      Reicarnation: "Actually, I will make a new one for you"
      His Conscious: "I make new one"
      Reincarnation: "Okay... knock yourself out, I guess"

    • @ArbysFisted
      @ArbysFisted 4 года назад

      ZalVīīZero 😂

  • @ingvarhallstrom2306
    @ingvarhallstrom2306 5 лет назад +1359

    My Mechanic: "I make new one."
    The entire internets: "YEEEESSSSS !!!!"

    • @jorgecarvajal20
      @jorgecarvajal20 5 лет назад +6

      right!

    • @pistool1
      @pistool1 5 лет назад +29

      4:18 blowing epoxy to the smallest crevasses was a nice trick, I'll definitely use that in my future projects, too :)

    • @parampampam7
      @parampampam7 5 лет назад +4

      YESSS!!!

    • @bretoneill6624
      @bretoneill6624 5 лет назад +6

      I have seen several of this mans videos, he is skilled but not does not preserve the artifacts....Only makes new parts....Like in this video he made a new blade and such...That is destruction not restoration...

    • @ingvarhallstrom2306
      @ingvarhallstrom2306 5 лет назад +19

      @@bretoneill6624 on the other hand he puts ar least ten times more of work than it is worth. That's several days work if not up to a week for something he will never get paid for. Would you pay a thousand dollars for that hand tool? That’s about as much worth as the work he put in to it. This is not about restoration, this is art. This is true craftsmanship on a level very seldom seen today for the exact reasons I stated, because we live in a time where it's much cheaper to buy something new than to restore the old.

  • @brandonwooldridge2555
    @brandonwooldridge2555 2 года назад +3

    I love it when you wrap the parts in the stainless steel foil. There is something comforting about that.

  • @vivsalittlebitcrafty4854
    @vivsalittlebitcrafty4854 4 года назад +17

    Well, I have no idea just how I got here...I'm a 60yr old woman who started out looking at handicrafts, yet here I am lol. So very glad I got here, what a fab video. I was totally mesmerized every second of this transformation. Who knew? Thanks

    • @softwartist
      @softwartist 3 года назад

      Long live people of crafts!) 💪

  • @larrym.garrison4905
    @larrym.garrison4905 5 лет назад +4

    Your visual mother tongue transcends all barriers and ages. Brilliant story telling.

  • @QuantumBraced
    @QuantumBraced 5 лет назад +80

    I'm so excited, making myself a sandwich and then I'm going to enjoy this. Honestly, this is better than Game of Thrones. Or anything else you can watch.

    • @Gamer1st1
      @Gamer1st1 5 лет назад +3

      And it always ends well. Unlike GOT.

    • @HortnBattlefield3
      @HortnBattlefield3 5 лет назад

      @@Gamer1st1 Except for that block of wood at the end. 😉

    • @jordangarrido3069
      @jordangarrido3069 5 лет назад +3

      I made myself a cup of green tea and got ready to enjoy his work.

    • @TenTiggers
      @TenTiggers 5 лет назад +5

      Sandwich is gone. I make a new one

  • @craigster427
    @craigster427 2 года назад +9

    This is the absolute best such channel there is... This guy is a master. He makes things look even better than brand new.

  • @fatpaws
    @fatpaws 5 лет назад +21

    I was so close to being disappointed that I hadn't yet seen "I make new one", but then you did it! you did the thing!

  • @owenkennedy3215
    @owenkennedy3215 5 лет назад +43

    I think my favorite thing about this is that at the end, it shows what the item is used for.

    • @joshuarosen6242
      @joshuarosen6242 4 года назад

      He does although this isn’t one of the better examples. As he admits, he is not a woodworker and that plane is not adjusted properly and it’s not sharp enough. He has done a beautiful job of this restoration but it still needs a little bit more work to turn it into a tool.

  • @wisnusetiadi1808
    @wisnusetiadi1808 5 лет назад +11

    That's new screw is more brighter than my future.
    As always, entertaining my 22 minutes for my eyes. Greeting from Indonesia 🇮🇩.

  • @andrepxavier
    @andrepxavier 2 года назад +1

    Recreating works of art with the sensibility of their authors... That's it.
    Clap, clap,clap... I applaud this!

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  2 года назад +1

      Glad to hear that, thank you very much

  • @NaCN_
    @NaCN_ 5 лет назад +17

    I discovered restoration channels with your channel... all the other ones makes me feel uncomfortable with the mechanicals choices. You are definitely and by far the best restoration channel. I would enjoy soooooo much that you make more videos !

  • @ThomasB-656
    @ThomasB-656 5 лет назад +45

    I have so missed "Let's make a new one!". I love the mirror finishes and making an old piece all brand new again. None of this "Save the patina " BS.

  • @proimsat
    @proimsat 5 лет назад +176

    I'm sure he already repaired that button but he uses old footage just to trigger us .. as usual, great video and good editing.

    • @kanomeow
      @kanomeow 5 лет назад +3

      proimsat omg he totally does xD i would do the same :3

    • @subnormality5854
      @subnormality5854 5 лет назад +4

      Saving it for the 1M sub special

    • @Horny_Fruit_Flies
      @Horny_Fruit_Flies 5 лет назад +1

      @@subnormality5854 That EXACTLY what I was thinking! By now it must be the most pimped out button in the Universe.

    • @jcs99100
      @jcs99100 5 лет назад +7

      Dude, I deadass thought your picture was a hair on my screen, thanks for making me feel like a jerk :D

    • @Frankooo79
      @Frankooo79 5 лет назад +1

      @@jcs99100 Glad I wasn't the only one! XD

  • @janderson7762
    @janderson7762 2 года назад +31

    I watch a ton of restoration channels and I have to , by far, yours is easily on of the best. Thank you and keep it up. Your skill is amazing!

  • @irukhan07
    @irukhan07 5 лет назад +14

    I was truly amazed how you were able to get that stuck screw out using the vice!
    Great video!

  • @6AL-4V
    @6AL-4V 5 лет назад +10

    When I see “I make a new one “, it makes my day. Absolutely love the work and editing of this channel. My favorite of all time.

  • @dscoduc
    @dscoduc 5 лет назад +19

    I’m always hoping for him to say, “Let’s make a new one”. Awesome channel.

  • @PeterGonzalezAyres1932
    @PeterGonzalezAyres1932 3 года назад +18

    Your restoration work is a Work of Art! I was left in awe after watching the whole process! Thank you very much!

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  3 года назад +3

      Thanks a lot for watching :-)

  • @ARC-zj5ur
    @ARC-zj5ur 4 года назад +137

    This guy is the Leonardo da Vinci of restoration, everything he does is a damn work of art!!!!!

    • @sirus748
      @sirus748 4 года назад +4

      & so satisfying to watch 😳😳😃😃😃🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @csenuber
      @csenuber 4 года назад

      guys

  • @pemtax557
    @pemtax557 5 лет назад +4

    I also restore planes and love giving them another 100 or so years of life ... however ... they never look quite this good when done.
    For a plane like the 122 Liberty Bell, nothing less than perfection would do it justice, and you've done it justice.
    Absolutely beautiful work, you should be proud!!

  • @metalmicky9940
    @metalmicky9940 5 лет назад +53

    It just wouldn't be the same without the immortal words " I'LL JUST MAKE A NEW ONE" :)

    • @stuartpayne6473
      @stuartpayne6473 5 лет назад +4

      Metal Micky especially in a society that nowadays use the “we will just buy a new one”

    • @rumandbass
      @rumandbass 2 месяца назад

      I make a new one

  • @pvukosa
    @pvukosa 3 года назад +14

    I can not imagine that it looked any better the day it was made. Beautifully done!

  • @garrettodonnell4177
    @garrettodonnell4177 5 лет назад +274

    "The bell is cracked. I make a new one."

    • @coltafanan
      @coltafanan 5 лет назад +6

      Honestly, he could fix the liberty bell

    • @Larryloafer488
      @Larryloafer488 5 лет назад +1

      Quality.

    • @rajanrao
      @rajanrao 5 лет назад

      noice

    • @michaellovely6601
      @michaellovely6601 4 года назад +1

      @@coltafanan I would love to see that happen.

    • @jefferyedwards5003
      @jefferyedwards5003 4 месяца назад

      Exactly what I was thinking...either that or he was going to weld it!

  • @badninja1971
    @badninja1971 4 года назад +742

    I can’t be the only one who’s thought,
    I need a sand blaster in my life.
    😂

    • @SMaamri78
      @SMaamri78 4 года назад +12

      I was about to make a similar comment. I’d love to have one of those sandblasters.

    • @badninja1971
      @badninja1971 4 года назад +22

      mocs_78
      My motto wouldn’t be
      “I’ll make a new one!”
      It would be
      “That needs cleaning!!”
      😂

    • @michaellinley6023
      @michaellinley6023 4 года назад +13

      When I initially read it I thought it said “ I need a sand blaster for my wife” and I thought they won’t do that sort of swap

    • @prnb8271
      @prnb8271 4 года назад +1

      Fantabulous! Every piece u make is pure art.

    • @MATNJAN1
      @MATNJAN1 4 года назад +9

      I would love this guy’s whole workshop to be fair!

  • @bioLarzen
    @bioLarzen 5 лет назад +148

    The My Mechanics guy about once a month:
    - There has not been a new video for a while...
    ... I make a new one.

  • @aynrandish9106
    @aynrandish9106 2 года назад +1

    I I like how he always gets the plans for how his subject is assembled and a list of parts. He’s so smart.

  • @SockPuppetLoveLand
    @SockPuppetLoveLand 5 лет назад +14

    Awesome videos. The format is excellent and you work to such a high standard. Thank you for doing what you do.

  • @khori8829
    @khori8829 5 лет назад +16

    7:35 My first thought: Please make an additional one.....and he did it!!! He did made an additional notch!!! This was so satisfying to watch it! Your work is always a pleasure to watch!

    • @ddd228
      @ddd228 5 лет назад +1

      I'm actually surprised that the caster didn't make that extra notch.Fixed!

    • @Davemte34108
      @Davemte34108 5 лет назад +1

      The missing notch was there to keep track of the position of the plate.

    • @ddd228
      @ddd228 5 лет назад

      @@Davemte34108 Oh,wow! Thanks!

  • @ritadepeeves
    @ritadepeeves 5 лет назад +48

    At one point I thought you would "make a new one" ... Yet you didn't. Then... You did. I am satisfied lol

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  5 лет назад +20

      Bet it was the shaft with the messed up slot :-)

    • @fish_bacon
      @fish_bacon 5 лет назад +2

      Exactly!

    • @ritadepeeves
      @ritadepeeves 5 лет назад +1

      @@mymechanics spot on!

  • @nataliam.siqueira7739
    @nataliam.siqueira7739 Месяц назад

    I just lovo how he just knows everything about every piece he restores... so much dedication to the research

  • @TheAlmdal
    @TheAlmdal 5 лет назад +167

    "I make a new one" Yeees love it :D

    • @ArKritz84
      @ArKritz84 5 лет назад +6

      I was getting worried, but finally, @11:10, there it was.

    • @UweKeim
      @UweKeim 5 лет назад +2

      „One more thing“

    • @MrPnew1
      @MrPnew1 5 лет назад +5

      @@ArKritz84 exactly :) I thought that it was going to be the cross pin that didn't want to unscrew. Ah but no, new blade. Awesome

  • @RJ-pw9ij
    @RJ-pw9ij 5 лет назад +392

    My Mechanics: “I make a new one”
    Me: “I make a smile :)”

  • @ivarwb4115
    @ivarwb4115 5 лет назад +4

    Your attention to all details is so satisfying to watch. Even the sound of the tools you are working with is close to perfection!

  • @PurpleKangaroo4
    @PurpleKangaroo4 2 года назад +4

    some pieces, restoring them removes a lot of the history and character accumulated over time. some are so damaged theyve already lost it. i think this is one that absolutely benefits from this type of masterful restoration to a better than brand new condition. well done

  • @bobbydomingo22
    @bobbydomingo22 5 лет назад +941

    Mother Nature: mankind has destroyed Earth. It's no longer livable.
    My Mechanics: I make new one.

  • @allye5949
    @allye5949 4 года назад +7

    Reminded me of seeing my Dad use his father’s hand plane so many times. It looked old and rusty but it worked perfectly. Tools were made to last in those days.

  • @horovod.
    @horovod. 5 лет назад +22

    Пожалуй лучший реставратор! Очень щепетильный подход к деталям, опрятная мастерская, хорошая техническая оснащенность, -интересно созерцать этот процесс. Полировка особенно досталяет!

    • @hakuroku1
      @hakuroku1 5 лет назад +1

      соглашусь!

  • @KCTrumpeterAPB
    @KCTrumpeterAPB 3 года назад +8

    Wonderful. I hope somebody shared this with the people at Stanley tools. Probably can't be many Liberty Bell hand planers left in existence, and I'd be willing to bet those that are don't look anywhere as nice as this restoration. =)

  • @willyrobertlegendre4662
    @willyrobertlegendre4662 4 года назад +653

    my favorite... sand blasting and "I make a new one"...

    • @mrniceguyq8
      @mrniceguyq8 4 года назад +18

      He just loves to make new ones specially bolts and screws 😂😂👍🏻

    • @aethervein
      @aethervein 4 года назад +10

      "I clean the parts in the... *parts cleaner"*
      Ey he's not wrong, that IS kinda what that thing is... I guess lol

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  • @Hamatekmaster
    @Hamatekmaster 5 лет назад +14

    Dude, i'm a gunsmith in training and i have to say there's nothing more satisfying than taking off a screw that was stuck.

  • @akehapkap6143
    @akehapkap6143 4 года назад +44

    Somewhere, probably in Heaven, some old toolmaker is appreciating you.
    So am I 😊

    • @karozans
      @karozans 4 года назад +1

      There's wifi in heaven?

    • @SondreGrneng
      @SondreGrneng 4 года назад +1

      @@karozans If there isn't I want no part in it.

  • @marybrown4469
    @marybrown4469 3 года назад +1

    Working on my 7th decade. My father was a master carpenter, back when such things mattered. He had a plane just like that, well in better condition, he took excellent care of his tools. He said they were his livelihood and they needed to be treated with care. My brother has them now and although he doesn't use them, he takes excellent care of them.

  • @williameldridge9382
    @williameldridge9382 5 лет назад +6

    Amazing tip I just recently learned on the remove of rusty fasteners. Automatic Transmission Fluid and Acetone mixture, put it in a sealed oiler can to prevent the acetone from evaporating. Penetrates and loosens even the rustiest stuff in like minutes. It's crazy.

  • @nickparker2746
    @nickparker2746 4 года назад +14

    It is inspiring to see the care, precision, and attention to detail that you put into your work. Great job!

  • @toshaheritalvinen6426
    @toshaheritalvinen6426 5 лет назад +13

    That quenching process was neat. I've never seen a RUclipsr do that.
    Note: I'm not a Craftsman in any way.

  • @garrylovesey6810
    @garrylovesey6810 3 года назад +1

    They come in as rusty relics and leave as works of art.
    Beautiful restoration..

  • @HandToolRescue
    @HandToolRescue 5 лет назад +193

    Oh man! All it needs is some japanning! These are tough to restore as sanding the bottom opens the mouth of the plane and makes it more difficult to take finer shavings. Nice work!

    • @ryanivester5042
      @ryanivester5042 5 лет назад +16

      Oh man the 2 best restorers on all of RUclips! Between the 2 of you, I've been inspired to not just get my old craftsman monotube lathe running, but pretty and shiny as well. You guys should do a collab video. Hand Tool Rescue restores an old, metal tool and then My Mechanics copies it and "makes a new one".

    • @erichenao6537
      @erichenao6537 5 лет назад +9

      Hand Tool Rescue I was thinking about the japanning instead of painting...and was thinking specifically your tests you did on recreating japanning.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations 5 лет назад +7

      And a coat of shellac.

    • @jonanderson5137
      @jonanderson5137 5 лет назад +1

      No one is going to use it for serious work, probably not even work.

    • @seeitpickitbinit2510
      @seeitpickitbinit2510 4 года назад +6

      Hand Tool Rescue Too be totally honest, in practice mouth size is unimportant. Sharpness is what gives you a 1/4 thou shaving, not how tight the mouth is. I make planes, infills etc, but I learned the craft by tuning hundreds of Beech moulding and bench planes. If I sharpen well, it could have 1/8 inch mouth, you’ll still get a transparent shaving. Mouth size is like people’s slavish pursuit of brands, it makes little difference to the end result.

  • @Meric_N
    @Meric_N 4 года назад +94

    Compressed air to deeper the glue : really good idea !

  • @АртемЧухров-ч3щ
    @АртемЧухров-ч3щ 5 лет назад +4

    Руки у мастера просто золотые, в каждом видео, на выходе, произведение искусства, смотрю все видео с удовольствием!

    • @djondo6102
      @djondo6102 5 лет назад

      Согласен на все 100!

  • @mariofernandez9026
    @mariofernandez9026 2 года назад +1

    I really enjoy and admire the work and especially without unnecessary narration and annoying background music. Thank you.

  • @shawnvanetten4662
    @shawnvanetten4662 5 лет назад +6

    I know a lot of woodworkers who would love to have that sitting in their shop... Including me. Fantastic job.

  • @shrisheel
    @shrisheel 5 лет назад +235

    "This piece is missing"
    Me: "YAY!!!"

    • @Dee-jt4td
      @Dee-jt4td 5 лет назад

      Was about to comment the same... 😆

  • @rdman86
    @rdman86 5 лет назад +6

    I anxiously await your videos. I’m glad to see a new one. Thank you!

  • @dauntiekay2768
    @dauntiekay2768 3 года назад +1

    There's nothing quite as satisfying as taking an old item and fixing it up to where it looks new again! Beautiful work!

  • @00mynzai00
    @00mynzai00 5 лет назад +9

    You are the best. Real Asmr, is so relaxing.

  • @zyklonw2836
    @zyklonw2836 5 лет назад +4

    Holy Cow!!! at 6:12 that is the best clever way to use leverage that I have seen in a long time.
    You are REALLY REALLY good, I love all of your videos.

  • @kyoopihd
    @kyoopihd 4 года назад +510

    mymechanics: "The head of one screw is broken"
    me: "Yeeeeessss dooooo it do it do it!!!"
    mymechanics: "I'm replacing them"
    me: "Awwww..."

    • @dryananderson
      @dryananderson 4 года назад +10

      I was looking forward to that too. At least he took the zinc coating off and made them shine.

    • @alangraddock4199
      @alangraddock4199 4 года назад +9

      I thought I was the only one who felt like this at that point lol

    • @joshuajames78
      @joshuajames78 4 года назад +4

      @@dryananderson is that the only reason he took the zinc off? I didn't know if it was aesthetics or some practical reason.

    • @FabioRiu
      @FabioRiu 4 года назад

      XD

    • @S15Fox
      @S15Fox 4 года назад +1

      Top 10 Anime Plot Twists

  • @anatolborowicz2294
    @anatolborowicz2294 Год назад +1

    As usual, I admire the skills of the "mechanic" and impatiently await the next films. Bravo!

  • @glorytoukraine.against_wars
    @glorytoukraine.against_wars 5 лет назад +5

    Ну ювелирная работа! 🤩 Мы так по вам скучали😭 !!!!! / Well, jewelry work! 🤩 We missed you so much 😭 !!!!!

  • @trankful1769
    @trankful1769 5 лет назад +19

    Люблю смотреть такие видосы. У автора терпения хоть отбавляй ибо одну такую деталь не за один день явно это делает... Этот надо каждой детали, болтику, шурпчику всю душу отдать чтобы так красиво получилось. Автору респект, молодец знает свое дело

    • @Bremberry
      @Bremberry 5 лет назад +3

      Russian (speaking) people always leave nice extensive comments. :)

    • @АлексейЭлимелах-я5и
      @АлексейЭлимелах-я5и 5 лет назад

      Kapral1991 KP полностью поддерживаю, с душой и сердцем)

  • @marvik777
    @marvik777 4 года назад +6

    Просто обалденно.Красота да и только.Браво мастеру!

  • @rikityrik
    @rikityrik 2 года назад

    Best channel for people with old souls. I have such an appreciation for what you do, flawlessly, at that.