I'm 36 and I've been using the pinaud lilac vegetal since my 20s for the same reasons. Reminds me of the old barbershop I used to go to as a kid. I also used to use English Leather deodorant until they stopped making it because that's what my grandfather wore and I shave with a double edged razor and shaving brush/mug because that's how my dad shaved. Something about old nostalgic items really intrigue me. That's one of the reasons I love this channel so much, getting to see all of the old tools that I've never seen before or used. Love it!
Old Spice still makes the classic round stick formula deodorant. I use it everyday. Can’t beat it. I get it from target or any of the supermarkets have them. 2 packs.
Thanks for doing this hammer. It is one of my all time favorite hammers. My Dad had one just like it that he used to do the finishing work on our house I grew up in. When he died I asked for it but was denied. I bought a used one for $10 about the same condition of yours. I’ve been wanting to restore it but that handle had me scratching my head. You helped to solve the problem. Thanks so much ScoutCrafter. As always you did a outstanding job.
My dad was a barber and would cut my hair. I always enjoyed the hot towel and then the hot lather from a machine, then trim my neck with a straight razor. He splashed something smelly from a bottle on my neck, but I don’t remember what it was called. What a treat. Beautiful hammer, nice job!
Thank goodness you actually restored this, and didn't ruin it, by replacing the handle with some rubbish. I have the long Estwing hatchet to restore, which will be a lot easier - and my handle is very much like yours.
Excellent job as always Scout. The barbershop lotions reminded me of my uncles who had a two chair Berber shop in my hometown. They started it after coming home from WWII. They say that odors can trigger many memories, and that’s one for me. Also; over here in my part of Ohio... we say mish-MASH. Same but different! Keep up the great work sir!
That is a beautiful hammer. Spectacular job. I don't remember that particular brand from the barber shop - but I do remember going to motocross races and falling in love with the smell of Castrol 2-stroke motor oil. Nothing else like it.
Aah the good ole days-Old Spice, Brute, High Karate, English Leather, when cologne was cheap and men were men. I’m still an Old Spice guy. Thanks for the memories.
Oh yes. Frank the barber on old Polk Street. First the haircut, then the hot shave cream on the back of the neck and that scary straight razor! But then that Lilac Vegetal. Brings back memories.
As per usual this was my true highlight of my Monday. You make the start of the week so much more enjoyable! I don't own one yet but the estwing hammer is my favorite hammer model. It was on my wish list for our planned USA trip early this summer, we all know what happened to that. Maybe someday! Thank you so much for a great video! The hammer and the leather, it just looks fantastic!
Another beautiful job on the hammer. I saw a stacked leather handled hatchet in a display case today. Far cry from $5.00. More like ten times that. I stack washers on the shaft so I can adjust for different thicknesses of wheel. The buffing jacks at Douglas were 6 feet wide. The wheels were 15 inches in diameter. The buffers used a thing like a curry comb for horses to Dress the wheel. One end of the jack had the buffer. The other had a 2" wide sanding belt. I don't remember exactly but it was around an 8 foot long belt.
Too beautiful to use but a lovely thing. I think as I get older certain smells or sounds transport me back to boyhood for a few seconds and good memories. Great video as always.
I agree Tony. I think smells are a stronger reminder than sight or sound. My three month old grandson was just getting the hang of sight and sound but he could track Mom, Dad, and his bottle in the dark.
Is so good to watch your videos. In my country barbershop were the same. Brylcreem, bayrum and other stuff, and my wife doesn't like my old aftershave. You are a good teacher. Lovely hammer and better restoration. Thanks.
All the talk about barbers got me thinking about the old Andy Griffith show. Remember the sign in the window of Floyd’s barbershop, “Two Chairs - No Waiting” even though there was only one barber.
Love the videos so much, as a carpenter this reminds me of my grandads estwing leather handles. Keep these videos coming! A shoutout for my grandad Pete would make his day!
Sure remember the barber cologne. My dads go to was Hia Karate, he would put that on and mom would send us out to play for a couple hours.Took a few years to figure that out haha!
I have had a leather stacked Estwing for at least 40 years, and it's been a great tool. The finish on the handle is failing in some places, so your refinishing tips are very welcome. When I bought my hammer it came as a set with a nice Estwing hatchet, also leather stacked. Also a good tool. I think the set cost $20. Thanks. Always a good day when a Scoutcrafter video loads.
Hi John, hope you are well? I like your idea of using paper to spacer the buffing wheel. I imagine could do that same thing on a Grinding wheel as well. I use PVC pipe that I cut a slit in for spacers or shimming but I may try the paper trick next time I switch out a wheel. I got the idea of the PVC pipe spacers from the LADY who I get my tools from. She owns a tool store and gets all sorts of tools.I really love those old Estwing hammers or hatchets even. Estwing used to make super good tools and back and the day you wasn't gonna nail on a roof without one. Used to do some roofing LOLOL...Anyways AS ALWAYS ANOTHER EXCELLENT VIDEO!! Love the video's! Always good memories and always Good Fun! Thanks My friend!
What a great job on that beautiful hammer it came out superbly and wow I can’t believe you like that clubman stuff too I have been using it for years now on and off but especially because my father always used it too and I just actually opened up a bottle of clubman lime sec that I ordered on Amazon a couple of weeks ago because I haven’t tried that scent before but it’s still very similar to that barber shop smell and I love it too lol! Cheers, Ken
We had a Estwing hammer just like yours with the leather handle. Just after typing that first sentence I went out to see if I had some with the blue handles. I remember a rock hammer I had from Estwing. But I also found a larger (over two pounds) framing hammer from Estwing with the blue handle and its face is crosshatched. But the big surprise is that I found the old one with the leather handle. I didn't think I had it. It must have walked away with me a few years ago. The handle is solid. So I'm going to bring it back to like new condition.
That is one gorgeous hammer. Thanks for the finishing tips. I remember the after barber visit smell but I had no idea what was used. Brought back memories.
Thank you! I know exactly what you were talking about in the old time Barber shops but I never knew the name of the stuff! Fantastic.. Here is one for you.. an old time hair gel that they unfortunately don't make anymore called Score. Don't know if you remember it but I was in love with that smell since I was a little kid.. my Grandfather used to use it to slick his hair back and being a gel it would get in his car on the head rest.. anyway it was better then the "new car smell":to me as a kid growing up. Love the hammer resto today as well.. you do find great deals on tools.. and I really liked the way you went over the buffing wheel maintenance and such... yes I know you have showed it before but reminders and refreshers are always nice to see.
Hello my Jarhead Friend and Brother. Scout way prior to that Fine haircut Uncle Sam gave us at Either San Diego or PI. I am a Hollywood Marine. My old barber #1 was Bald LOL. He wore a rug sometimes but he had that Disease that made it so you could not grow any body hair. Just a little funny that he never grew hair but became a Barber. LOL. #2 I absolutely remember the exact same stuff you had with the Lilac smellum. When my Dad and I went to the barber on those Saturday mornings after going to the local diner for breakfast (so the older fellers could set around and tell lies to see who came up with the best story) of course that was the highlight of my week when my Dad and I went to get a hair cut. But they also used some smellum that actually had the words ( no credit for correct spelling because I believe it was French for cologne) Toilet De water in a bottle just like yours and it was the same type of slap on the back of the neck (not like falling asleep in boot camp classes slap) but a very good patting down. Good Memories. I am 54 now my dad has only been gone 5 years but back when I was 12-15 that was the shizzzzle. Keep up the great productions and Semper Fi and I hope you and yours have a Wonderful Merry Christmas 2020.
Fantastic job on the hammer , looks amazing compared to the before ... I think that’s everyone’s favourite part of your videos .... before we started ... love it . TGIF is coming early this week as Friday is a public holiday here 👌. Love the old timey wimey things , have a great week !
What can I say that the first 28 post haven’t already said. Excellent job John. It’s a beauty and only $5. Thanks for the tips and for sharing the video.
Okay, how many took a deep breath when he put the wax up to smell it? Great job on that. I watched How It's Made on that hammer I believe and they do indeed dip it! That turned out beautiful. Can't even tell they missed a couple of times. Love MMM's!!
Wow! Beautiful work on that Estwing, especially the leather handle!! Been so long since I've been to a barber I can't remember anything else but the Clubman product and the powder in the brush as he slapped the back of my neck. I think I still have my old bottle of Obsession but you're right the colognes and hair gels/sprays/mousse were big in the 80's, like the hair. Great tip on the paper bushing! The weather here has been great lately, hasn't it!
Just now stumbled upon your channel due to my tool habit I suppose. Subscribed before even hearing you mention a tool. Despite having practically zero interest in 'before my time' aftershave, I instantly knew I'd be binge watching your stuff sometime in the not so distant future. Having only watched this one video I already know I dig your content. Thanks.
I know exactly what you are talking about. I always went to an old time barber, a lot of them Italian, and after they shaved your neck they would use it. I always liked the smell too. You really bought me back
I found this exact same hammer on the road a few weeks ago. It had not been "run over" too many times because the steel part was still in good (in damaged) condition; however, the handle was really unraveled and screwed up.
That handle turned out so nice. My dad has a birthday coming up this Saturday, i think that aftershave will be a nice unexpected gift, unless he reads your comments 🤣. Thanks for the idea. Cheers
Joe- Lilac Vegital is like coffee an acquired taste, if he never smelt it before he will most likely think it's a gag gift! LOL Old Spice on the other hand is never a bad gift! =D
I have a good "old fashioned" barber like that and he uses that stuff too LOL. It really does bring back memories as a kid. This guy does a great job too and he still uses a straight razor. I consider a trip to my barber as a trip to my spa 😄
Remember that smell. We had a family friend that was our barber. We would go to his shop down town always enjoyed it. The smells still make me go there. Wish I still could although not much to cut now. You still amaze me with that flap disc. I am going to try your idea on wearing out a flap disc. My son has been looking for a piece of rail to use for a anvil but they go for crazy prices at auctions around here. We got lucky over the weekend and he got a 18 inch piece for 7 dollars. That's pretty good for here. So going to try your idea to use the disc on it first. Stay safe and healthy my friend. Thanks
Favorite old scents I still use today: Old Spice (always), Canoe (my late father's favorite), Jeris Hair Tonic (good as a cologne too), and Murray & Lanman Florida Water (great post-shower after working in the yard).
I remember my Dad taking me to get my hair cut and his and yes they mused that exact same stuff and I did love it. That is when they used a straight Razor around your ears (whitewalls they called it here) and your neck. It felt and smelt awesome and so cool on the shaved part of your neck and they went right around even your ears. You and I I believe are the same age from recalling a reply you gave me on a previous Comment I let you because we were Both in The Marine Corps back in the 80's. But yes that stuff was awesome. I just remember calling it toilet water. Because I am guessing it is French writing on the bottle and I could remember reading like Toilett De water or something similar to that. Brings the good old days with Dad back. Thank you Sir and as always Semper Fi.
My favorite scoutcrafter videos are the ones where he doesn’t take his knowledge and experience for granite(hehe) and explains the basics. Also, maybe in 2021 we should have a Scoutcrafter meetup at the Eastwing factory in Rockford IL! Maybe get a tour! 😎one can dream
Barbers were always doing odd things right at the end, I remember they'd take that brush loaded with powder and smack you in the back of the neck with that too..........I have an Estwing Drilling Hammer, great hammer but the guy that ground the forge lines must have been on the Wacky Tobacky that day, I've since fixed it many years ago.......Dremel with a Flap Sanding Wheel is great for getting into some of those tight areas on a hammer.
John you make it look easy! I know that is a lot of work to get that hammer to look like that! You really have the Midas touch! That estwing looks amazing 🤩 Much better than new. Great job 👍🏼
I remember the smell. Barber shops all had the same smell. I didn’t think it was bad. It was just distinct. I still think of my dad when I smell Wild Country. Love it. And Aqua Velva was great
definitely needed this. i have an estwing hatchet that my grandfather gave me that's got the shattered coating on the handle and now I know how to fix it
Honestly Im saving money just to buy estwing rip claw leather handle hammer.Youre lucky man to buy that hammer in surplus then restored it perfectly classic. From Philippines here🧡
Hey. I'm from Russia. But I was born in the Soviet Union. I don't want to talk about big politics. I'm more interested in simple things and the life of ordinary people. Your videos are amazing. You (USA) and we (Soviet Union) had so many of the same things, but at the same time, we were so different. Our Soviet hairdressing salons are very similar to your classic barbershop. And we had our own Lilac Vegetal. We called it Triple Cologne. I can't smell Lilac, but judging by the description on the Internet, it should smell almost the same as our Triple. And it was applied in the same way on the neck. And women hated him...
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When I made knives I always had a roll of plumber's cloth , you can rip it to width the entire length you want , and it's strong for fast sanding. And rosin cloth , not sure if you can get that anymore.
I had a blue handled estwing and I loved it but I ended up switching out for a leather handle estwing framing hammer. I love using it every day and the leather is just so comfortable to hold and also looks good, I need to refinish it at some point since all the paint and clear lacquer chipped away and it's beginning to rust from every day outdoor use. But there's nothing like a leather handled estwing, I'll take it over a stiletto any day
I have that same Hamme and I absolutely loved it the best Hammer ever. You did a great job restoring it. I also purchased some Clubman After Shave. That's what my barber used when I was a kid.
Man that stuff and the smell is giving me flashbacks...and great ones at that! My old barber who is long paeed now used it heavy. i remember him trimming around the ears then shaving the neck with a straight razor and then slapping that on! It was a fantastic full barber treatment and I loved it!!!
Great job scout. We have a family grave yard . I found a old bottle dump behind it the smile on my face digging up a old spice bottle knowing it was my pops.
The strangest barber I ever patronized was in India. After the barber finished cutting my hair he began punching my back and massaging my neck. After about five minutes of this, he doused me in rose perfume which, back home, would only be worn by women, but in India it was a status symbol because it meant that I had enough money to visit the barber. Next time I restore a tool with a leather handle I will shave the leather down and anoint it with Lilac Vegetal.
Man! I had just about forgotten about all that Jeris, Vitalis, Brylcreem, Groom & Clean, etc. You remember "Hai Karate"? Smelled so good you needed karate lessons to beat the women off (at least that's what the ads said). My brother and I got on a "Hai Karate Lime" kick when we were young. Smelled like a fruit truck turned over in front of the house. Got many a headache from dousing myself with that swill! Such memories.
I LOVE Estwing hammers! I can't believe you got those nicks out of it. I remember the smell of those barbershop "colognes." The also used to give you the dusting with the talc on the big brush. The good old days.....
John, Take it from a person that does many many restorations...... you MUST get a Foredom Electric Moto-tool (not a Chinese knock off either). A Dremel is not even close and the quick changing of the Hand Sets are especially nice as is the heavy weigh metal variable speed foot pedal. Some of the models of Hand Tools will accept 1/4" diameter bits, brushes, etc - and since it is so much more powerful than a Dremel it has no problem powering through big restoration jobs. Unfortunately I jerked around with Dremel after Dremel for 40 years but about a year ago when my 8th Dremel gave up the ghost, I bought the Foredom - now I am royally pissed that I waited so damned long!!! I am actually surprised that you don;t already own one!
I STILL haven't gotten one and I drool whenever I see none. Silly me. Good old Estwing! And you might be classified as a wax sniffer, John CS. Hope the upstate was good to U! And it was Old Spice here. Thanks, Buddy and GBWYou!
Great job!! I’ve got an old blue handle waffle face that has seen way better days. Think it may get the treatment. That Bay Rum bottle you briefly showed was what my grandpa wore. Good memories. Stay safe and warm now that the weather is a changing. 👍
I'm so sorry for your loss.. I still remember the day my Dad passed, he was sick from Cancer and I was both relieved and saddened at the same time. I can tell you that the sadness you feel right now will one day be replaced with fond memories whenever you think of him....
Estwing hammers are awesome. Love the old style ones have three that I have for home use. Have about six others that are in and out of service for everything else as I used to do framing and siding. Too old and broke down for any field work. But have had to go and show the boys the old mans still got it, if need be! 😬 Glad I don’t have to 😂😂😂
Help, I missed the detail on your method of removing the remaining stain after removing the rust to allow for that fresh clean steel look. Glad I caught your video, I was just contemplating to either re-lacquer the leather or soak it in neats foot oil -- I like your waxing the handle method. I'll be watching for your reply on the stain remove process. Thanks,
I love the Pinaud products. Not a fan of the Lilac Vegetal, I use the Lime Sec or Clubman. Back in the 70s I always used Jovan Musk. Lol. And now I know how to restore my Estwing leather handle! Thanks!
I have a few Estwing 20 oz. straight claw hammers I bought at the flea market that I believe were factory seconds for like $5 each back in the early 90's. They were marked with a blue paint. They weren't a full 20 oz. kinda like 18 or so but work fine still to this day. George
Great job on restoring that classic Estwing .I have a few with blue handles but none with leather handle . I think the leather looks so much better and you did a awesome job on bringing the leather back. As always, Shine on the tool and leave the rusty patina on the floor.
Thanks Scout. Beautiful restoration as always! Believe it or not, Jade East was a favorite when I was a kid. Remember that? Smelled some several years ago. Green, cheap and bad but we loved it. 🤣
Haha. Inflation but I don’t think it was anywhere close to the $25 range. Interesting reviews too. Girls in the 60’s loved it. I doubt it will impress my wife. Lol.
That is just weird for me.I haven't though about Lilac Vegetal for years.Not since I quit shaving in the late 1960s /early 70s. I didn't like the usual colognes available at the time.Came across the Vegetal while shopping for cologne and figured ,"What the heck?,I'll give it a try." Loved the fragrance .Well just the other day I was wondering if it was still available and now from your video,I see that it is.
That Has to be one of the nicest Eastwing hammer’s in the world you’d be scared to hit a nail with that now And you’ve got me intrigued John about what that smell Is Like 😀👍
I'm 36 and I've been using the pinaud lilac vegetal since my 20s for the same reasons. Reminds me of the old barbershop I used to go to as a kid. I also used to use English Leather deodorant until they stopped making it because that's what my grandfather wore and I shave with a double edged razor and shaving brush/mug because that's how my dad shaved. Something about old nostalgic items really intrigue me. That's one of the reasons I love this channel so much, getting to see all of the old tools that I've never seen before or used. Love it!
Nothing beats lathering up a shaving soap and slathering on some warm goodness with a badger hair brush! =D
Old Spice still makes the classic round stick formula deodorant. I use it everyday. Can’t beat it. I get it from target or any of the supermarkets have them. 2 packs.
Thanks for doing this hammer. It is one of my all time favorite hammers. My Dad had one just like it that he used to do the finishing work on our house I grew up in. When he died I asked for it but was denied. I bought a used one for $10 about the same condition of yours. I’ve been wanting to restore it but that handle had me scratching my head. You helped to solve the problem. Thanks so much ScoutCrafter. As always you did a outstanding job.
Hi Wayne! It's a bit tricky because of the line down the shaft... However don't rush it and you will be golden! Thanks!
ScoutCrafter Thanks so much ScoutCrafter for your encouragement! You know you are a special guy. I greatly appreciate you as a person.
My dad was a barber and would cut my hair. I always enjoyed the hot towel and then the hot lather from a machine, then trim my neck with a straight razor. He splashed something smelly from a bottle on my neck, but I don’t remember what it was called. What a treat. Beautiful hammer, nice job!
The shaving of the neck was classic old school barbering at it’s best! 😃👍
Thank goodness you actually restored this, and didn't ruin it, by replacing the handle with some rubbish. I have the long Estwing hatchet to restore, which will be a lot easier - and my handle is very much like yours.
Excellent job as always Scout. The barbershop lotions reminded me of my uncles who had a two chair Berber shop in my hometown. They started it after coming home from WWII. They say that odors can trigger many memories, and that’s one for me.
Also; over here in my part of Ohio... we say mish-MASH. Same but different! Keep up the great work sir!
There is a 8 chair shop in my next town but you never know who you will get! =D
That is a beautiful hammer. Spectacular job.
I don't remember that particular brand from the barber shop - but I do remember going to motocross races and falling in love with the smell of Castrol 2-stroke motor oil. Nothing else like it.
Ben- One smell I can’t stand is 90w Gear oil... 🤭
It evokes memories of how my father smelled. Thank you for taking us on a time capsule and for another great restoration!
That is a beautiful restoration ScoutCrafter! Lots of great information on tools and restoration. Thanks for sharing this.
As always that's a great restoration!
That tip on the bush for the wheel, that's a great idea ! Thanks for sharing 👍
Aah the good ole days-Old Spice, Brute, High Karate, English Leather, when cologne was cheap and men were men. I’m still an Old Spice guy. Thanks for the memories.
Oh yes. Frank the barber on old Polk Street. First the haircut, then the hot shave cream on the back of the neck and that scary straight razor! But then that Lilac Vegetal. Brings back memories.
As per usual this was my true highlight of my Monday. You make the start of the week so much more enjoyable! I don't own one yet but the estwing hammer is my favorite hammer model. It was on my wish list for our planned USA trip early this summer, we all know what happened to that. Maybe someday!
Thank you so much for a great video! The hammer and the leather, it just looks fantastic!
Beautiful job! Those Estwing hammers are great!
Another beautiful job on the hammer. I saw a stacked leather handled hatchet in a display case today. Far cry from $5.00. More like ten times that.
I stack washers on the shaft so I can adjust for different thicknesses of wheel.
The buffing jacks at Douglas were 6 feet wide. The wheels were 15 inches in diameter. The buffers used a thing like a curry comb for horses to Dress the wheel. One end of the jack had the buffer. The other had a 2" wide sanding belt. I don't remember exactly but it was around an 8 foot long belt.
Yes Dave! The buffing wheel dresser looks exactly like a curry comb! I found a hand saw makes a decent improvised alternative. =D
Too beautiful to use but a lovely thing. I think as I get older certain smells or sounds transport me back to boyhood for a few seconds and good memories. Great video as always.
I agree Tony. I think smells are a stronger reminder than sight or sound.
My three month old grandson was just getting the hang of sight and sound but he could track Mom, Dad, and his bottle in the dark.
You gave a lot of good 'tips'. Great educational video... Thank you.
Michael from Canada
Is so good to watch your videos. In my country barbershop were the same. Brylcreem, bayrum and other stuff, and my wife doesn't like my old aftershave.
You are a good teacher. Lovely hammer and better restoration. Thanks.
Juan- None of the women like the old fashioned colognes... Maybe that's why they smell that way! LOL
All the talk about barbers got me thinking about the old Andy Griffith show. Remember the sign in the window of Floyd’s barbershop, “Two Chairs - No Waiting” even though there was only one barber.
Love the videos so much, as a carpenter this reminds me of my grandads estwing leather handles. Keep these videos coming! A shoutout for my grandad Pete would make his day!
Sure remember the barber cologne. My dads go to was Hia Karate, he would put that on and mom would send us out to play for a couple hours.Took a few years to figure that out haha!
I have had a leather stacked Estwing for at least 40 years, and it's been a great tool. The finish on the handle is failing in some places, so your refinishing tips are very welcome. When I bought my hammer it came as a set with a nice Estwing hatchet, also leather stacked. Also a good tool. I think the set cost $20. Thanks. Always a good day when a Scoutcrafter video loads.
They always had a very classic look... Especially when new!
Hi John, hope you are well? I like your idea of using paper to spacer the buffing wheel. I imagine could do that same thing on a Grinding wheel as well. I use PVC pipe that I cut a slit in for spacers or shimming but I may try the paper trick next time I switch out a wheel. I got the idea of the PVC pipe spacers from the LADY who I get my tools from. She owns a tool store and gets all sorts of tools.I really love those old Estwing hammers or hatchets even. Estwing used to make super good tools and back and the day you wasn't gonna nail on a roof without one. Used to do some roofing LOLOL...Anyways AS ALWAYS ANOTHER EXCELLENT VIDEO!! Love the video's! Always good memories and always Good Fun! Thanks My friend!
The paper works great! There is really no pressure on that part of the shaft. 😃👍
Beautiful restoration there Scoutcrafter. Fantastic tips too. Thank you for posting 👍
What a great job on that beautiful hammer it came out superbly and wow I can’t believe you like that clubman stuff too I have been using it for years now on and off but especially because my father always used it too and I just actually opened up a bottle of clubman lime sec that I ordered on Amazon a couple of weeks ago because I haven’t tried that scent before but it’s still very similar to that barber shop smell and I love it too lol!
Cheers, Ken
Hi Ken! It's like a time machine in a bottle! =D
We had a Estwing hammer just like yours with the leather handle. Just after typing that first sentence I went out to see if I had some with the blue handles. I remember a rock hammer I had from Estwing. But I also found a larger (over two pounds) framing hammer from Estwing with the blue handle and its face is crosshatched. But the big surprise is that I found the old one with the leather handle. I didn't think I had it. It must have walked away with me a few years ago. The handle is solid. So I'm going to bring it back to like new condition.
Kathie- The Blue handles are really durable and shock absorbing to a point. The stacked leather looks classic but do have issues. 😃👍
That hammer looks great! Estwing is a local company to me. they make great tools.
That is one gorgeous hammer. Thanks for the finishing tips. I remember the after barber visit smell but I had no idea what was used. Brought back memories.
Thank you! I know exactly what you were talking about in the old time Barber shops but I never knew the name of the stuff! Fantastic..
Here is one for you.. an old time hair gel that they unfortunately don't make anymore called Score. Don't know if you remember it but I was in love with that smell since I was a little kid.. my Grandfather used to use it to slick his hair back and being a gel it would get in his car on the head rest.. anyway it was better then the "new car smell":to me as a kid growing up.
Love the hammer resto today as well.. you do find great deals on tools.. and I really liked the way you went over the buffing wheel maintenance and such... yes I know you have showed it before but reminders and refreshers are always nice to see.
In my shop the barber used Wildroot, it was a liquid that would slick down all the hairs he missed! -=D
@@ScoutCrafter apparently they still make Wildroot.. I'm going to have to check it out and see what it smells like lol!
Hello my Jarhead Friend and Brother. Scout way prior to that Fine haircut Uncle Sam gave us at Either San Diego or PI. I am a Hollywood Marine. My old barber #1 was Bald LOL. He wore a rug sometimes but he had that Disease that made it so you could not grow any body hair. Just a little funny that he never grew hair but became a Barber. LOL. #2 I absolutely remember the exact same stuff you had with the Lilac smellum. When my Dad and I went to the barber on those Saturday mornings after going to the local diner for breakfast (so the older fellers could set around and tell lies to see who came up with the best story) of course that was the highlight of my week when my Dad and I went to get a hair cut. But they also used some smellum that actually had the words ( no credit for correct spelling because I believe it was French for cologne) Toilet De water in a bottle just like yours and it was the same type of slap on the back of the neck (not like falling asleep in boot camp classes slap) but a very good patting down. Good Memories. I am 54 now my dad has only been gone 5 years but back when I was 12-15 that was the shizzzzle. Keep up the great productions and Semper Fi and I hope you and yours have a Wonderful Merry Christmas 2020.
Fantastic job on the hammer , looks amazing compared to the before ... I think that’s everyone’s favourite part of your videos .... before we started ... love it . TGIF is coming early this week as Friday is a public holiday here 👌. Love the old timey wimey things , have a great week !
Nothing beats a holiday! Especially when you have off!!!!
Ah yes, I remember that scent!! That was back when I used to visit regular barber shops . Now, thanks to time I no longer need barber shops!!
What can I say that the first 28 post haven’t already said. Excellent job John. It’s a beauty and only $5. Thanks for the tips and for sharing the video.
Okay, how many took a deep breath when he put the wax up to smell it? Great job on that. I watched How It's Made on that hammer I believe and they do indeed dip it! That turned out beautiful. Can't even tell they missed a couple of times. Love MMM's!!
Wow! Beautiful work on that Estwing, especially the leather handle!! Been so long since I've been to a barber I can't remember anything else but the Clubman product and the powder in the brush as he slapped the back of my neck. I think I still have my old bottle of Obsession but you're right the colognes and hair gels/sprays/mousse were big in the 80's, like the hair. Great tip on the paper bushing!
The weather here has been great lately, hasn't it!
Hi Steve! Been to Elephants trunk twice! The weather held up and it was awesome!
Just now stumbled upon your channel due to my tool habit I suppose. Subscribed before even hearing you mention a tool. Despite having practically zero interest in 'before my time' aftershave, I instantly knew I'd be binge watching your stuff sometime in the not so distant future. Having only watched this one video I already know I dig your content. Thanks.
Wow, that hammer really turned out nice. I've got one in need of restoration, you've given me some ideas.
I know exactly what you are talking about. I always went to an old time barber, a lot of them Italian, and after they shaved your neck they would use it. I always liked the smell too. You really bought me back
I found this exact same hammer on the road a few weeks ago. It had not been "run over" too many times because the steel part was still in good (in damaged) condition; however, the handle was really unraveled and screwed up.
I grew up in my dad's barbershop. The smells bring back a lot of the old memories.
Loved it. Thanks for sharing your passions and secrets.
That handle turned out so nice. My dad has a birthday coming up this Saturday, i think that aftershave will be a nice unexpected gift, unless he reads your comments 🤣. Thanks for the idea. Cheers
Joe- Lilac Vegital is like coffee an acquired taste, if he never smelt it before he will most likely think it's a gag gift! LOL Old Spice on the other hand is never a bad gift! =D
My dad who passed in 91 at age 77 had the same style hammer. Brought back memories.
Those leather handles were so classic... 😃👍
Great video, my grandfather had some of that hair tonic stuff and your video reminded me of him thanks for bringing back the memories.
I have a good "old fashioned" barber like that and he uses that stuff too LOL. It really does bring back memories as a kid. This guy does a great job too and he still uses a straight razor. I consider a trip to my barber as a trip to my spa 😄
That turned out just beautiful 👍👍
Remember that smell. We had a family friend that was our barber. We would go to his shop down town always enjoyed it. The smells still make me go there. Wish I still could although not much to cut now. You still amaze me with that flap disc. I am going to try your idea on wearing out a flap disc. My son has been looking for a piece of rail to use for a anvil but they go for crazy prices at auctions around here. We got lucky over the weekend and he got a 18 inch piece for 7 dollars. That's pretty good for here. So going to try your idea to use the disc on it first. Stay safe and healthy my friend. Thanks
18" piece for $7 is great anywhere!!!!! =D
That’s a nice hammer, especially now it’s had the scoutcrafter treatment
It's now a $20+ hammer. Good tools, Estwing!
Nice job!! Great looking hammer. I'll be checking out the Lilac Vegetal.....thanks for posting.
Favorite old scents I still use today: Old Spice (always), Canoe (my late father's favorite), Jeris Hair Tonic (good as a cologne too), and Murray & Lanman Florida Water (great post-shower after working in the yard).
I remember my Dad taking me to get my hair cut and his and yes they mused that exact same stuff and I did love it. That is when they used a straight Razor around your ears (whitewalls they called it here) and your neck. It felt and smelt awesome and so cool on the shaved part of your neck and they went right around even your ears. You and I I believe are the same age from recalling a reply you gave me on a previous Comment I let you because we were Both in The Marine Corps back in the 80's. But yes that stuff was awesome. I just remember calling it toilet water. Because I am guessing it is French writing on the bottle and I could remember reading like Toilett De water or something similar to that. Brings the good old days with Dad back. Thank you Sir and as always Semper Fi.
My favorite scoutcrafter videos are the ones where he doesn’t take his knowledge and experience for granite(hehe) and explains the basics.
Also, maybe in 2021 we should have a Scoutcrafter meetup at the Eastwing factory in Rockford IL! Maybe get a tour! 😎one can dream
Barbers were always doing odd things right at the end, I remember they'd take that brush loaded with powder and smack you in the back of the neck with that too..........I have an Estwing Drilling Hammer, great hammer but the guy that ground the forge lines must have been on the Wacky Tobacky that day, I've since fixed it many years ago.......Dremel with a Flap Sanding Wheel is great for getting into some of those tight areas on a hammer.
John you make it look easy! I know that is a lot of work to get that hammer to look like that! You really have the Midas touch! That estwing looks amazing 🤩 Much better than new. Great job 👍🏼
Unbelievable restoration John. Simply amazing. I always have been partial to the Estwing line.
I'm only 41 and Old Spice is my go to.
Me too when I see my GF! 😃👍
Love Old Spice
I enjoyed that. I have an old estwing tinners hammer with the same leather handle that needs a bit of sprucing up. Way up.
Better then new and only $5
Nice job.👍
Have a Jesus filled day
Greg in Michigan
Thanks Greg!
I remember the smell. Barber shops all had the same smell. I didn’t think it was bad. It was just distinct. I still think of my dad when I smell Wild Country. Love it. And Aqua Velva was great
Aqua Velva is such a great smell it just doesn't last too long... I love it!
Nice job. Checking out the Lilac Vegetal now...
definitely needed this. i have an estwing hatchet that my grandfather gave me that's got the shattered coating on the handle and now I know how to fix it
Nice!!! - My Favourite Thing To Restore!! I have a stack of them just waiting.....
Honestly Im saving money just to buy estwing rip claw leather handle hammer.Youre lucky man to buy that hammer in surplus then restored it perfectly classic. From Philippines here🧡
Glad I found your channel. I'm an 1920s auto tool guy with many other old tools. I need to clean up my Hammer
Hey. I'm from Russia. But I was born in the Soviet Union. I don't want to talk about big politics. I'm more interested in simple things and the life of ordinary people. Your videos are amazing. You (USA) and we (Soviet Union) had so many of the same things, but at the same time, we were so different. Our Soviet hairdressing salons are very similar to your classic barbershop. And we had our own Lilac Vegetal. We called it Triple Cologne. I can't smell Lilac, but judging by the description on the Internet, it should smell almost the same as our Triple. And it was applied in the same way on the neck. And women hated him...
I love Russia! I subscribe to a channel that shows the real Russia and how people live all over! Your right! So much the same... She is great! ruclips.net/channel/UCFFG4euAS7ZoAUYJFQETouA
Thanks very much!!!!!!!!
When I made knives I always had a roll of plumber's cloth , you can rip it to width the entire length you want , and it's strong for fast sanding. And rosin cloth , not sure if you can get that anymore.
Nice resto I always loved Estwing!
I had a blue handled estwing and I loved it but I ended up switching out for a leather handle estwing framing hammer. I love using it every day and the leather is just so comfortable to hold and also looks good, I need to refinish it at some point since all the paint and clear lacquer chipped away and it's beginning to rust from every day outdoor use. But there's nothing like a leather handled estwing, I'll take it over a stiletto any day
I have that same Hamme and I absolutely loved it the best Hammer ever. You did a great job restoring it.
I also purchased some Clubman After Shave. That's what my barber used when I was a kid.
I have a "thing" for Estwing hammers...............nice work!
Man that stuff and the smell is giving me flashbacks...and great ones at that! My old barber who is long paeed now used it heavy. i remember him trimming around the ears then shaving the neck with a straight razor and then slapping that on! It was a fantastic full barber treatment and I loved it!!!
Great job scout. We have a family grave yard . I found a old bottle dump behind it the smile on my face digging up a old spice bottle knowing it was my pops.
That is so cool... I miss my Dad- Sometimes I wish I had 5 minutes to tell him how right he was about everything...
The strangest barber I ever patronized was in India. After the barber finished cutting my hair he began punching my back and massaging my neck. After about five minutes of this, he doused me in rose perfume which, back home, would only be worn by women, but in India it was a status symbol because it meant that I had enough money to visit the barber. Next time I restore a tool with a leather handle I will shave the leather down and anoint it with Lilac Vegetal.
Wow! Awesome story!!!!! Thanks!
Man! I had just about forgotten about all that Jeris, Vitalis, Brylcreem, Groom & Clean, etc. You remember "Hai Karate"? Smelled so good you needed karate lessons to beat the women off (at least that's what the ads said). My brother and I got on a "Hai Karate Lime" kick when we were young. Smelled like a fruit truck turned over in front of the house. Got many a headache from dousing myself with that swill! Such memories.
LOL!!! I don’t even know if youngsters wear cologne anymore! 😂😂😂😂👍
Loretto Ontario Canada good video Thanks Ed
I LOVE Estwing hammers! I can't believe you got those nicks out of it. I remember the smell of those barbershop "colognes." The also used to give you the dusting with the talc on the big brush. The good old days.....
Top job, great finish on the Estwing.
Nicer than the brand new one I was looking at today.
I always love your little tips...thnx again... And Old Spices commercials always make me laugh....
John, Take it from a person that does many many restorations...... you MUST get a Foredom Electric Moto-tool (not a Chinese knock off either). A Dremel is not even close and the quick changing of the Hand Sets are especially nice as is the heavy weigh metal variable speed foot pedal. Some of the models of Hand Tools will accept 1/4" diameter bits, brushes, etc - and since it is so much more powerful than a Dremel it has no problem powering through big restoration jobs. Unfortunately I jerked around with Dremel after Dremel for 40 years but about a year ago when my 8th Dremel gave up the ghost, I bought the Foredom - now I am royally pissed that I waited so damned long!!! I am actually surprised that you don;t already own one!
Hi Bobby- I have a early one and you are right, it is a game changer! Thanks!
I STILL haven't gotten one and I drool whenever I see none. Silly me. Good old Estwing! And you might be classified as a wax sniffer, John CS. Hope the upstate was good to U! And it was Old Spice here. Thanks, Buddy and GBWYou!
Great job!! I’ve got an old blue handle waffle face that has seen way better days. Think it may get the treatment. That Bay Rum bottle you briefly showed was what my grandpa wore. Good memories. Stay safe and warm now that the weather is a changing. 👍
As always another great job thanks for sharing
My father passed away today the barbershop talk brought back some good memories of him taking me to get a hair cut as a kid in the 60’s
I'm so sorry for your loss.. I still remember the day my Dad passed, he was sick from Cancer and I was both relieved and saddened at the same time. I can tell you that the sadness you feel right now will one day be replaced with fond memories whenever you think of him....
ScoutCrafter I appreciate it I sent you an email but I don’t know if it went through
Waxing the handle...almost sounds like the beginning of a Three Stooges Short!! Well done Bud!!☺
Good job on the Estwing hammer. I have one that looks identical. Maybe I'll work on it this winter. I also like your paper bushing solution.
Estwing hammers are awesome. Love the old style ones have three that I have for home use. Have about six others that are in and out of service for everything else as I used to do framing and siding. Too old and broke down for any field work. But have had to go and show the boys the old mans still got it, if need be! 😬
Glad I don’t have to 😂😂😂
Love that leather shine. Just like low quarters. 🇺🇸
Help, I missed the detail on your method of removing the remaining stain after removing the rust to allow for that fresh clean steel look. Glad I caught your video, I was just contemplating to either re-lacquer the leather or soak it in neats foot oil -- I like your waxing the handle method.
I'll be watching for your reply on the stain remove process.
Thanks,
I love the Pinaud products. Not a fan of the Lilac Vegetal, I use the Lime Sec or Clubman. Back in the 70s I always used Jovan Musk. Lol. And now I know how to restore my Estwing leather handle! Thanks!
My Father ALWAYS wore Jovan Musk! I still have his last bottle... =D
As soon as you mentioned it I remembered the smell.
Nice work.
I have a few Estwing 20 oz. straight claw hammers I bought at the flea market that I believe were factory seconds for like $5 each back in the early 90's. They were marked with a blue paint.
They weren't a full 20 oz. kinda like 18 or so but work fine still to this day.
George
Great job on restoring that classic Estwing .I have a few with blue handles but none with leather handle . I think the leather looks so much better and you did a awesome job on bringing the leather back. As always, Shine on the tool and leave the rusty patina on the floor.
Hi Kevin! I know the leather looks classic and nice but their blue handles are just awesome, good grip and almost indestructible! Thanks!
Thanks Scout. Beautiful restoration as always! Believe it or not, Jade East was a favorite when I was a kid. Remember that? Smelled some several years ago. Green, cheap and bad but we loved it. 🤣
I never smelled that! Now I am curious! www.amazon.com/Bottles-Jade-East-After-Shave/dp/B0057ZQU84
Haha. Inflation but I don’t think it was anywhere close to the $25 range. Interesting reviews too. Girls in the 60’s loved it. I doubt it will impress my wife. Lol.
Lovely job on a beautiful hammer
Good idea waxing the handle! Kind of like polishing shoes, wax on, wax off!
I am a Bay Rum aftershave guy. Love the hammer!
That is just weird for me.I haven't though about Lilac Vegetal for years.Not since I quit shaving in the late 1960s /early 70s. I didn't like the usual colognes available at the time.Came across the Vegetal while shopping for cologne and figured ,"What the heck?,I'll give it a try." Loved the fragrance .Well just the other day I was wondering if it was still available and now from your video,I see that it is.
I feel bad for people who try it for the first time! 😂. It’s kind of an acquired smell but as you know once you get it the smell is awesome! 😃👍
That Has to be one of the nicest Eastwing hammer’s in the world you’d be scared to hit a nail with that now And you’ve got me intrigued John about what that smell Is Like 😀👍
Ben- LOL. Do you mean the Cologne or the wax? 😂
@@ScoutCrafter both🤣
@@tooladdict7463 The wax is like a turpentine and orange smell. With a hint of naphtha.
Im genuinely interested is it like brillcream?
Great job as usual my friend!