1880's H & T Vaughan Lock Restoration

Its amazing how much detail is painted over in old houses. So its time I start bringing it back, starting by restoring the original late 1800s locks on my doors.
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[@HughJeffreys]

Having now completed every lock in the house i can say I found a better way of doing this. A blade and sandpaper. I used a blade to scrape away most of the layers of paint. Leaving only two of three. Then wet sanding it back to the black japanning (what I first though was paint.) with high git sandpaper. Its time consuming but I was left with a perfect black finish without the scapes or groves shown when I finished this lock. I have also obtained keys for these locks so they are all working like new again :)

[@cesariojpn]

From behind Hugh: "This is the Lockpicking Lawyer....."

[@mrcyborg9216]

Bro you haven’t uploaded in 12 years 💀

[@dt0349]

🤣

[@wakeupgeoff]

Watch me pick this lock with mind bullets

[@derpdude32]

"And today we are going to be breaking into a mans home." **Disassembles the front door lock** "And just to prove that wasn't a fluke lets do that again."

[@the-red-ghost]

That's what I thought too🤣

[@rudetuesday]

I liked your approach towards the patina and history of the lock. Seeing the different layers removed before getting to the fixture was very satisfying, and I'd like to see more non-phone restoration/repair on your channel.

[@adetoye50]

I have always loved most of his repairs and restoration; I will never forget his works on some iPod Classic restorations; I believe it is good to go on a variety of different restorations, though technology restoration should not be ignored but as I said, the mixture will be spicy, and people will love it. Thanks, Hugh.

[@travisash8180]

The doors look awful. The brown paint is really ugly.

[@hillvalley6716]

This was good Hugh. Nothing wrong with restoring and repairing different things. Keep it up.

[@syedrasilhussain9552]

this phone was quite ez to fix i bet i can do it

[@dragonmac1234]

This to me is as interesting as restoring/repairing modern phones etc. Please continue to make more of these videos along with the usual content.

[@curtshanks550]

To many times you see this beautiful old gear buried under coats of paint and forgotten or disguarded as rubbish. Nice job! This segment was pure gold !!

[@ClickClack_Bam]

My attic door has an old skeleton key lock on it. I was able to remove it & buy a key online that fit it & clean it up & use it once again. It's awesome to give new life to something like that.

[@bjoernaltmann]

Very nice! Henry and Thomas Vaughan joined together to form H&T Vaughan in 1856. They eventually became the largest lock makers in Willenhall (Staffordshire, close to Wolverhampton). By the way, locks of this type (not of the same quality though) are still available in DIY stores in the UK 😊

[@scottdonnelly1669]

and why he found pink matches

[@gauseb]

Completely different content than we're used to but I loved every second of it. Definitely need a dedicated restoration channel

[@QAZ2453]

You should do more non phone related restoration videos

[@i.lostblur]

a rotary phone?

[@stanleyalexandrowicz6074]

Yes Please More! These types of non-tech videos are FASCINATING and equally enjoyable! GREAT content and insights and always instructive and enjoyable! I agree “reuse and recycle”! Cheers from the USA!

[@andyrathbone6365]

I like when you do something else rather than technology. The car restoration was fantastic, being a car nerd 'n' all

[@nalgene247]

I am always glad to see another fan of unpainted hardware. I cannot imagine painting over that medallion!

[@mrcyborg9216]

Very nice restoration!

[@HughJeffreys]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@burntalive]

Really cool restoration. I like the ones that dont go full on and keep the history of old stuff!

[@SNEHASISH77]

old is goldand be sure to made this type of videos more.

[@coffeekatk4067]

I loved watching this restore! I think it's as important as your electronic work! A very lovely job indeed! Do be careful of the lead though!

[@danielbriggs7110]

Only takes a small amount to start affecting you.. bad bad stuff

[@ILoveWomen]

Enjoyed this video more than I thought I would! Think it’s nice to move away from tech now and again, since the market has a lot of KZbinrs who do restorations / tear downs. Obviously don’t over do it, but changing things up now and again feels refreshing

[@geo-8575]

It doesn't matter what you're working on, I always enjoy watching and listening to you're videos!

[@StarlightStream]

This has been quite a refreshment. I knew that you got into repairing things through the restoration work you did with your dad back then. The style in which you make your videos also blends in quite nicely

[@YearsOfLeadPoisoning]

Finally, a return to form for my favourite 19th century lock restoration channel!

[@bukeksiansu2112]

I like when you restoring different things as usual you ever did.

[@ugo4brain]

I LOVED THIS!!! A very welcome change.

[@zUltraXO]

an unusual yet interesting fix, it's nice to see some variety, after all, everyone fixes phones, it's cool to see something else

[@january39]

I live 6 miles from Willenhall. Its a location well known for producing locks and padlocks. Great video btw 👍👍

[@urbexindigo5164]

Awesome work Hugh 🙂 I have salvaged a few of these old locks and this video will definitely help me go about restoring them. Cheers!

[@thewatchworks1372]

Well well well, didn’t expect to see you here haha. Cool to see that you were salvaged some of these old door locks, from long abandoned properties I assume? I love antique door hardware, from their construction, build quality and overall aesthetics, they are neat! In fact, I just picked up an old mortise lock today lol.

[@HughJeffreys]

Thanks mate! I have discovered they are coated in something called "japanning" I have purchased the required materials to do it so might re-coat this one. But got plenty throughout the house to do.

[@thewatchworks1372]

@@HughJeffreys It was really neat to see you bring that old lock back to life. In old homes, I tend to like originality, and hardware definitely counts in my books. It’s sad whenever people replace nice original antique hardware with modern junk to be honest. And yes, japanning was a very common method of protecting metal on household goods from I would say the 1800s all the way up until the early 1900s, it’s on just about anything old appliance or hardware related that doesn’t have an otherwise different metal or paint finish. I like it because it is relatively durable and looks good (when in good condition)

[@urbexindigo5164]

@@thewatchworks1372 yes saved a few from old homes that were being demolished, you would be shocked to see what gets wasted sometimes! Glad you are in to all the old wares and locks 🙂

[@urbexindigo5164]

@@HughJeffreys thats more stuff I never knew! I can see the nice old brown doors and trims you referred to being very similar to one I filmed recently 🙂

[@stoojinator]

When I was a kid, we used to live in this really old house in Kew (Melbourne, Victoria) that was built in the 1870s. And it had these brass locks on each door. Instead of being painted black, they were all shinny brass covered in a lacquer coat to preserve the shine. It looked so cool. As a suggestion, why not take all the paint off and coat the locks and strike plate with black japan? It'd be period correct (as black japan was used a lot at the turn of the last century) and would look awesome.

[@nancyoffenhiser4916]

I LOVED THIS!!! A very nice change. Perhaps a Hugh's Restoration Channel is in your future for all the cool stuff you do besides electronics. Thank You!

[@ThePink6684]

This was a pleasant change! Thanks. Loved it!

[@kbhasi]

As someone who has an obsession with vintage design from the late 1800s and early 1900s, I appreciate what you did!

[@DavidAmodt]

No usb c no lightning ports just old fashion screws and hard work. Great new video

[@Geckorawasg]

Realy nice to see something different from You. I love Your videos. Keep up Your work. 🙂

[@basher_9754]

What a breath of fresh air loved it

[@TheBongoMan]

Didn't expect this kind of video but I enjoyed it thoroughly! More please!

[@wprivera]

Love home improvement. Would also love to see you run Cat6 cable and configure a home network, like Snazzy Labs did.

[@sirena7116]

I absolutely love restoration of old/antique stuff.

[@ReadTheBible8]

Very enjoyable video. Thank you sir. Greetings from Reynosa,Mexico.

[@adetoye50]

I have always loved most of his repairs and restoration; I will never forget his works on some iPod Classic restorations; I believe it is good to go on a variety of different restorations, though technology restoration should not be ignored as I said, the mixture will be spicy, and people will love it. Thanks, Hugh.

[@pratma]

Such a different video than mobile phone restoration and I still love it

[@domenicc4584]

Restoration or fixing of literally anything I’ll watch and find entertaining 😂

[@langowski007]

Hi 😎 It's nice that you renew such antiques, I know a few people who throw away such wonders remembering the old ages. I renovated an old cupboard, probably 100 years old, and removed several layers of oil paints. Instead of chemicals, I used a heat gun and it worked out much better and sewed better than the sticky road of steaming chemicals. Cheers and until next time!!!

[@EdwinNikkels]

Great one, Hugh. Old tech rocks!

[@poeterritory]

I love restoration videos.

[@Bloodhawk500]

It is always satisfying to watch those type of videos, please keep on!

[@tonyhopkins4404]

Yes please do more of these

[@MagnaLynx21]

Excellent! I can tell from how much more enthusiastic the "we're done" was than usual that you had a great time with this and it was totally worth the change of pace.

[@jamesturner5701]

Thank you for not doing a rip and replace Love the old lock Good luck with the others

[@toms.1417]

Great job mate!!! You have many talents!!

[@YourOldUncleNoongah]

THAT was enjoyable! Im pretty sure my tiny lil late 1800s/early 1900s has ONE remaining doorknob set similar to yours. And yeh, this whole house has untold layers of paint on top of paint all over it!

[@legitdominik]

As an avid viewer of the channel, I really enjoyed this video! Please make more like it!

[@carlmcrobcustomgoldsmith11]

The subtle messages from far in the past are so rewarding and intriguing….this was an enjoyable watch.

[@gGadget]

This is a joy to watch - I’m 100% on board for more of these types of videos!!

[@robd1365]

I work on old properties and love cleaning up the old door hardware. Can’t beat good quality fittings like these

[@creature57]

Great video. Keep them coming. This turned out really well.

[@BeIlG]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video!

[@Alias_Anybody]

Hugh, this IS technology. Just a but more vintage.

[@ReFreShFX]

at a time, this was the peak of technology

[@LewisLarsen]

Super interesting, thanks for posting!

[@KayvonJavid]

I love the old rimlocks I have one on display lol. I would love to see that door restained showing the natural grain.

[@bebeandjohnnotsonomadiclif5287]

Very good. Thank you!

[@nathanbisrat]

I really liked the fact that you wanted to preserve the old look, leaded paint and all!

[@v3ryg1ft]

Nice to see something different than tech, keep up.

[@divergentus]

Repairing old tech - yes please!

[@tim8767]

I love restoration vids.

[@janesmiths4478]

That lock is super cool! Thumbs up 👍

[@lastoeck]

Thank you, Hugh, for all the hard work you do to produce a video every week. Sharing your knowledge is invaluable to the rest of us. You provide a valuable service and do a great job!

[@jaynime1136]

i would love to see more of this kind of content

[@RolandElliottFirstG]

I had the very same ones in my house, I ended up only doing 2 of them, I pulled mine totally apart and repainted the black polised the brass bits. They come up like new with very little wear on the internal parts, so well built in the first instance, with the exception of the see through Keyhole, thats why people stuff things in the hole.

[@memejeff]

Great video. Resect for not overdoing it. Its always best to keep some of its signs of age. It gives personality.

[@TonyFonzerelli]

this is new and different. I like it

[@tarlequin_]

Love this, please do more like this 😭

[@techman2471]

Great job cleaning this wonderful piece of history. Keep up the excellent work and, yes, i would like to see more non-phone videos from you! Good evening from Maine, USA!

[@benbowles1014]

Nice to see something different, Hugh! Well done.

[@facurojas4477]

I love these kind of videos

[@malmacleod8210]

I'm not one to comment on videos usually, but this was a really nice thing to see from a history student's perspective, and I have to admire how well you did what had to have been some pretty fine handiwork

[@HughJeffreys]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JoshMackey-pn4fv]

I understand branching out into other restoration areas, but I watch your videos to better understand the tech we use everyday. I know you can only restore phones, tablets, and wearables for so long, but there’s other everyday tech items we use that could be restored/repaired. Printers, computers, mouses, keyboards, tvs, cameras, robot vacuums, smart home devices etc.

[@thelightbrigadef4172]

This type of restoration sometime can be related to My Mechanic and Tysytube. I'm sure they very well of restore this type in the pass. But I could be wrong.

[@wpoitras]

I'd definitely like to see more content like this. Restoring broken technology is fascinating AND educational. You've put the same energy and explanation into this as well.

[@jamesbagnall7422]

Hi good video. I live 2 minutes up the road from Willenhall. It’s known for making locks. It even has a museum about it. All the best.

[@tonymworia247]

NICE, SO SATISFYING AND INCRDIBLE WORK HUGH

[@Saavik256]

What a beautiful lock :)

[@iseecrap]

Well done, Hugh, nice job

[@lbleskacek]

Please restore the door! As a carpenter, that thing looks beautiful, and the look of that wood is wonderful!

[@HughJeffreys]

I wonder if anything was applied on it originally? Like shellac or stain. Or would it just been pine? I am guessing it would of had something on it.

[@hamada3ido125]

that was an interesting watch, more unique stuff like this.

[@UrbanBeatz9]

Wow Willenhall. That's a 10 minute drive from me. Lots of sturdy stuff made in the Midlands

[@TCperry]

This video is just as good as the tech repair videos. Looking forward to more of these videos.

[@mrwibble70]

I think you did a beautiful job in restoring that lock. We was restoring a very old church organ in Cambridge years ago. Although the screws had to be replaced as they had become fragile. We coated the top of the new screws with oil, then using a blow lamp to remove the top layer, so it would look old.

[@robertcalkjr.8325]

Good work. It looks nice.

[@helenascheele5922]

Wonderful 😊

[@thomasandrews9355]

Loved every minute. I can't believe how well the paint survived...ill watch every one of these locks you do!

[@jezusmylord]

lol that how its made music at the end, nice.

[@rohanmhabdi1235]

i want more videos like this

[@BateriAnka]

I like your approach to restoring. Not making it all shiny and new, but showing the time that passed. I doesn't need to be perfect but it looks so much better than paintet over multiple times with ugly paint.

[@davidsalmons80]

That was very interesting to find gold in the lock and that bank note too

[@eyemem5080]

That was pretty cool

[@woma8731]

I think it’d be great to see you restore all different kinds of things.

[@reeeyaaad]

Excellent video as always

[@kildal67]

It's so beautiful👍🏻

[@leslielewis3564]

Nice something new I like it

[@dulaw6055]

This is great!!

[@marwCZ]

Great job!