1880s Antique Rusty Cleaver Restoration - Restoration Videos

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1880s Antique Rusty Cleaver Restoration - Foster Bros Hog Splitter Restoration.
Hello dear friends. I am now publishing my new video and present it to your liking. Although it seemed as one piece, it has been a hard cleaver restoration. This restoration includes techniques which can be applied on other cutting tools. First of all, thanks to Lawrence who sent me this product from U.S.A, Memphis. From the information I got from Lawrence; this is an American Foster Bros. Hog Splitter made between 1878-1890. He said this belonged to his grandfather and has been sitting in his garage for a long time. Before starting the restoration, I couldn’t read the writings on it. I saw the number “10” after sandblasting. Unfortunately Foster Bros. logo was long gone due to years of wear&tear. But Lawrence says that he can remember the logo on it. Cutting edge has been sharpened before, in a amateurish way. Because of this, the cutting edge has lost it’s straight form. The metal part of the handle was in very bad condition and weak. Where the handle and the body of the cleaver connects, although it would be really hard to bend it there, was bent. The wood handle and the rivets were not originals. Where the hole for hanging the cleaver is located was severaly bent to one side. In the light of this information, after dissambling the handle I sandblasted the rust away. I saw the number “10”. To re-do the edge and the handle part, I cut it. After normalizing it, I re-ground the edge, then removed all the corrosion and the wear time has caused on the metal surface. This is a matter of preference and I prefered it to do it this way. After these, I hardened the edge. By the way, because high-carbon steel was expensive compared to lower carbon steel back in 1800’s, bladesmith’s used to use high-carbon steel on the cutting edge and low-carbon steels for the body, forge-welding them so it would be cheaper to make a new but functionable tool. I welded a new piece where I have cut the handle part off.I made a new cross-guard for it.The old cross-guard must have been made out of sheet metal.Because it would be impossible to force a rigid metal part over the shoulder there.So I have decided to make the new cross-guard out of aluminium. I fitted the cross-guard before the welding so it was nice and easy.Choosing a wood for the handle, I decided to use walnut which I thought was appropriate wood for it.I used hidden rivets on it. A nice sharpening and lots of fruit-vegetable cutting tests awaits you.If you are not subscribed, you can subscribe to my channel, hit the like button if you liked the video and if you have a question about the project, you can comment under the video. Don’t forget, I read every single comment. See you again in new projects, goodbye.
Meine Mechaniker.
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[@drewwatkins4799]

Anyone else more impressed by his collection of tools and machinery?

[@jacobtenor4835]

It takes time, skills and a great mind to master all those tools and he did plenty the old fashioned way. Not that I wasn't impressed, but plenty buy tools without the knowledge and skill to put them to use. The Man behind them and his determination is what impressed me the most!💪👏😎

[@commentfailedtopost]

​@@jacobtenor4835Can't get good at the tool if you don't own it.

[@201950201950]

I would be dangerous if you had to use half of that equipment and tooling

[@alackofgames913]

Ever since I learned how to spot fake restorations, my appreciation for these has increased 10 fold

[@hekaen]

How do you spot them?

[@alackofgames913]

@@hekaen kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn2llKidmZ2Jh7csi=OdJPTj4TyKo4YkhI

[@75yado]

This was not a restoration but the result is beautiful. Good job.

[@pavloszimbrakos4410]

It was what do you mean lol?

[@user-px7ls4oi4m]

@@pavloszimbrakos4410it’s a whole ass upgrade, most restorations I’ve seen aren’t this comprehensive. Dude did a whole heat treat

[@pavloszimbrakos4410]

@@user-px7ls4oi4m yeah so it doesn’t rust and break again that’s not an upgrade lol it’s a restoration getting rid of the rust and the broken old handle is a restoration

[@sirkelendor5429]

​@@pavloszimbrakos4410 he also got rid of the easily repairable edge, which changes the knife significantly

[@pavloszimbrakos4410]

@@sirkelendor5429 yeah I didn’t necessarily like that either the handle was easy to repair despite what I said in the comment above

[@nataliecarrington2550]

That's just beautiful! If I hadn't watched you restore it, I would swear it was a brand new piece!

[@meinemechaniker]

:) thanks sir

[@erdinckaratepe1666]

❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻

[@PaulMcCluskeyFly]

It is a brand new piece. He treated the original antique like a piece of scrap.

[@meinemechaniker]

@@PaulMcCluskeyFly 😅

[@ralphmccolgan5297]

It’s not restored . I’m confused

[@buidelrat132]

I love how you go *all the way* and don't just take shortcuts. Bravo.

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks

[@desired397]

Its definitely more useful now that it was before, though I think I would have preferred it if the edge profile was maintained at the original slight crescent shape that most cleavers have instead of that straight edge it has now.

[@meinemechaniker]

but the original was like this. so it's flat.

[@tylerkrug7719]

It probably turned Cresent over the years from bad sharpening jobs

[@meinemechaniker]

@@tylerkrug7719 ofcourse

[@donstrader]

@@meinemechanikerRespectfully, I think you are mistaken. Chopping cleavers almost always have a subtle curve over the length of the blade. It is very hard to chop onto a cutting board and have the cleaver blade strike the cutting board all along the length of the blade. With a perfectly straight edge geometry like you have created, the tip or the heel will be prone to sticking into the cutting board and be less likely to cut all the way through the item, particularly with meat. You want a very subtle bulge in the belly of the blade to so that a longer portion or the blade edge will strike the cutting board on any given chop. I also agree that the curve at the tip likely increased over the years due to repeated sharpening's. However that does not mean that a straight edge geometry was the original shape. I beautiful job none the less. I just defiantly believe that a slight curve over the length of the blade or at least a subtle upward curve at the tip would make that cleaver work better for its intended purpose in a real world setting

[@meinemechaniker]

@@donstrader Are you sure you watched the video without skipping? I showed you one of the examples on the internet.

[@DarjeeLiArts]

This is possibly the most beautiful tool I've ever seen

[@trollman1296]

Finally my ears can hear peace

[@meinemechaniker]

Congratulations on making the first comment. please watch to your heart's content.

[@LogicKidroy]

@@meinemechaniker Congratulations on being “unser“ Mechaniker, Legend.

[@LogicKidroy]

@@meinemechaniker Congratulations on being “unser“ Mechaniker, Legend.

[@LFKGooner]

Wow. Just simply stunning.

[@giordanoschiatti4835]

Spettacolo!

[@jstaatzy5606]

A collaboration with Old Hand! Great pairing that will never disappoint.

[@byOldHand]

✌🏻🌟⚒️⚙️ thank you

[@MrMikander]

First I thought "30+ min for a "simple cleaver"!!! Not worth watching!" Oh, how wrong I was. Beautifully done m8! Great work!

[@meinemechaniker]

🤗 thanks mr Mikander

[@edwincancelii2917]

Nice mirror-like shine.

[@meinemechaniker]

🙏🏻

[@hownow8442]

It has been awhile, good to see you back. Beautiful job! The filing and the sanding work really shows in the end.

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks

[@eXpanderxl]

Amazing craftsmanship and a TON of work and attention to detail! If I were to pick my favorite element, that for sure is the laser engraving. It came out beautifully and it really brings it all together! Thank you, kind sir, for sharing this with us!

[@BlackSunRX2008]

You've managed to keep me on the edge of my seat wondering if you were gonna weld that handle back to its spine. Anyway, that bolster(had to Google that) fits perfectly and the cleaver looks amazing!!!

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks black sun

[@t0mn8r35]

This one was really a work of art. A bonus for us was that we saw many new tools!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks a lot

[@mangamaniaciam]

I'm impressed with your details to the tang wielding and the blade!! You'd be surprised at how many times I've seen that detail skipped over in restoration videos.

[@SteveLeonov]

Это не для ленивых. Спасибо за видео!

[@JC-fj7oo]

I was on board until he reshaped the blade into a square... Should have left it.

[@meinemechaniker]

It is orginal, what can l do?

[@cerilious]

I feel the same. Cleavers usually have a curved blade and much more could have been kept.

[@whitelionsilentpride3488]

Outstanding work 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks

[@StealthDonut1]

This was incredible, start to finish. You, sir, are a master of your trade! If I showed up to the local pig picking with one of these babies I'd be automatically inducted into the Good Ol' Boys Hall of Fame lol

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks sir

[@ryansandefer6887]

Amazing. The Foster Bros would be proud of that masterpiece! I can only imagine how much time went into that. Well done.

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks Ryan

[@joelboutier1736]

Wow. That really turned out beautiful. Not just a cleaver... it's a work of art.

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir

[@jonfreeman8102]

So humble the guy doesn’t show his face and even wears a mask for the reflection off the clever but dude deserves mad cred and respect. An artist

[@meinemechaniker]

Thank you so much Jon.

[@gothamantiquities2595]

If my Opa was still alive he would go crazy seeing this piece of work thinking how he would break some primal down with that baby!! Lol awesome work as always!

[@martyincanuckistan3635]

The trademark really did distinguish this piece nicely.

[@Spewbag]

The absolute best cleaver refinish I’ve seen. Bravo!!! Awesome detail. 🤘🤘🤘

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks my friend 🤘

[@walterkersting9922]

Few things are made in America anymore; this cleaver will testify to your craftsman ship for many years. It was fun watching you work.

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir

[@lordieshepherd]

Quite stunning. If only they made them like that now. The balance is all right, not like the crap they make nowadays. Thank you for sharing, it's gorgeous.

[@johnwayne2103]

They do, prepare to shell out some bucks.

[@astralplainer]

As always, beautiful watching your restorations take shape. It's visual ASMR at its finest. Impressive set of tools also.

[@GregK235]

Remarkable demonstration of skills and tools. A pleasure to watch.

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks sir

[@lankirithaba99]

Paying attention to every detail is quite impressive. Your work ethic is commendable!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks

[@andersonparks1390]

So geht das richtig: Mit Liebe, Hingabe und Können. Die Foster Brüder hätten an Ihrem Video ihre wahre Freude gehabt!

[@johnp.2267]

Love the choice of walnut for the handle. You just can't go wrong with walnut.

[@terbear4210]

What a Craftsman! So satisfying to watch. I can only imagine how satisfying it was to do it yourself. Thanks for letting us watch.👍

[@meinemechaniker]

Thank you so much Ter 🙏🏻

[@n.k.dimitrov9297]

One word comes to mind watching your videos ... PRECISION, PRECISION, PRECISION!!!

[@user-qc6fs9or4z]

Restoration was way more complicated but was worth it. Loved it.❤

[@hansfijlstra5932]

I must say that I am always deeply impressed when so much knowledge, craftsmanship and dedication comes together!

[@meinemechaniker]

I'm glad you liked it my friend

[@tattooedredheadx]

I've learned through your videos that you REALLY like filing.

[@OriginalMomo]

I can’t believe how warped that thing was. Probably was like that for years. Great job restoring it. 👍🏼😈👍🏼

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir thanks really because you seen 👌

[@franciscoballester6541]

Que maravilla la a vuelto a reconstruir artesanalmente esta persona es un mago en el arte 🎨

[@meinemechaniker]

Thank you mr ballester

[@Nobe_Oddy]

WOW!!! SO BEAUTIFUL!!! GREAT JOB!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks a lot

[@martinraboy5971]

I was skeptical when I began the video, how involved could this be? All the steps, lasers, cutting, woodwork, and lots of manual labor; it was wonderful to see. Thank you.

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks martin

[@e_mov94]

Well, there are educated and skilled people like you in the world. Perfect 👏

[@marcelotecfal]

Simplesmente uma obra de arte!

[@chrisbarley9584]

Love watching your restorations. The meticulous detail is so much better than all the other channels. Thanks!

[@meinemechaniker]

🙏🏻

[@neraklrllessur8844]

Absolutely LOVE your work! More now, please!

[@meinemechaniker]

🙏🏻 See you in future projects

[@Mrs.Chaos1312]

I was worried when you cut the tang but you did a brilliant job replacing it!!!!

[@meinemechaniker]

🙏🏻

[@spikewillow4552]

Amazing restoration! for me its right up there with some of your best ones ! Fantastic Job 😀 & great video 🤘

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks Spike 🤘

[@davidcdebaca7048]

I literally have this cleaver's twin. Mine is in a little bit better condition than yours was to start. The thin tapered tang was just the way they made them. I would love to restore mine in the same manner.

[@pfcparis]

You put in far more work than I expected. Good job.

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks paris

[@andyrubio5120]

I fall short by saying this is an amazing restoration. The gentleman has skills!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks Andy

[@brandonbbbbb]

Absolutely amazing work restoration ring this cleaver. I have a few process and design questions if you don't mind: 1. Why cut off the tang only to forge weld a new one on? 2. Why place the guard before welding the tang back to the blade? 3. Why make the indent in the guard? 4. Why fasten the grip to the tang with screws without leaving a method to unscrew them? Why not use rivets? I'm truly curious and and want to know your decisions behind these design and process choices as you are an amazing craftsman. Truly great work!

[@meinemechaniker]

1-should have been an equal tang 2-Once the guard piece is in there, it won't come out again. and this way the tang edge will look one piece. 3-Once the guard piece is in there, it won't come out again. and this way the tang edge will look one piece. 4-yes, rivets are a choice. but I guess my choice was to create a little crowd. thanks sir

[@dannydavies2870]

Absolutely beautiful job done . what a skilled craftsmen well done to you .

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks Danny

[@emilioburgos1579]

Awesome touch putting original makers mark back on! Great job!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir

[@thrashcore7]

One of the highest level of accuracy 👍👍👍

[@meinemechaniker]

thank you

[@cherry.cat.]

Magnífico trabajo, con una gran dedicación y cuidado de cada pequeño detalle. Eres un genio.

[@meinemechaniker]

muchsd gracias

[@Tuber-jc7qq]

Beautiful! 👍😁 But one question - when you reduce the weight of the blade (removing the edge) and increase the weight of the handle (much thicker shaft), doesn’t that completly mess up the balance of the original cleever and transfer much less power to each chop you make?

[@agistan7764]

Agreed, not to mention that the original cleaver cutting edge wasn't straight on purpose. This isn't a knife. It's meant to chop at large pieces of meat. I also cringed a bit then first rust removal was the sandblaster, not chemical processes (either boling or rust remedy of kind) - that would leave more original metal. Original handle could've been salvaged and restored if not for barbaric removal method.

[@UltimateDillon]

​@@agistan7764agreed here too, I cringed at all three of those points, the quick and dirty sandblast, the unceremonious discarding of the original cutting edge, and the unnecessary replacement of the handle

[@spasmmcspasm]

As a chef I can say that the weight isn't going to be much of an issue but the straight edge would be if it were ever going to see use again for butchery. Vegetable cleavers do have almost straight blades, I use one every day and it's my favourite tool. The problem there though it is about three times to big to be any good for vegetables. In saying all that though it is a beautiful piece.

[@dave3156]

Impressive--I am at a loss for words to describe this transformation. Better than new--superb work once again! Thanks for sharing

[@meinemechaniker]

Thank you so much Dave

[@kalleklp7291]

The amount of time and effort is mind-boggling. I thought about simple hand tools for the restoration. Then a whole workshop popped up including a laser cutter/engraver. Very nice result! :)

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks sir

[@johnbradford9235]

Damn! You don't do anything by half, do you man 😁. Most folk be like, simple cleaver restoration. Not you. All in, 100%, full-on effort, resulting in a GORgeous finished product! As always as ever, top job dude 👏👏👏. I've watched this in segments on each of my breaks at work, and I've been thoroughly hooked all the way through 👉👉👉. Thanks man 🙏🙏🙏. 😎

[@meinemechaniker]

🙏🏻

[@blackmamba4447]

Eline sağlık usta çok güzel işçilik çıkarıyorsun daha fazla video bekliyoruz başarılar. 👍🏻

[@meinemechaniker]

Teşekkürler

[@lakeland1981]

This man is crazy to have such amazing equipment. He is a man's dream.

[@luizgonzaga2816]

Não tem um trabalho teu que não me deixa impressionado, simplesmente fantástico.

[@meinemechaniker]

Muchas gracias

[@StudSupreme]

Talk about craftsmanship - that was sublime. Extraordinarily well done. The cat and the dog towards the end were very cute. 🙂 Also liked the ninja disguise 😉

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks sir :)

[@christianballon4010]

Restauration perfekt, aber das gebogene war gewollt. Wenn du damit arbeitest und das rechte Auge und die rechte Hand nimmst dann brauchst du diese Neigung. Spal mal eine Wirbelsäule und du weißt wovon ich spreche.

[@Joe___R]

It is a shame you didn't cut through any bones during your test since that is what it was designed to do.

[@decomposingman]

For some reason I don’t think he had a side of beef in his freezer on hand

[@brownstonecustomcabinetry5309]

The cleaver identifies as vegan

[@user-hh9ux3xi5s]

​@@decomposingmanㅃ

[@elizabetharcher8762]

I don't trust the handle to take on bones!!

[@Joe_the_ogre]

No it's made to split hogs in half, splitting is much easier than cutting through say a leg bone

[@loic7100]

Wunderbache Arbeit da seht Man den Profi, dieses Hackmesser hatt leider kein Preiss mehr, richtige wunderbache renowierung. Schönen Abend aus Frankreich😊

[@garethdesborough7960]

Love the fact that you were dressed like a ninja at the end!

[@meinemechaniker]

😎

[@SniffyTugBoat]

I love a good cleaver~ nice work!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks ✋

[@noemat1980]

Finally a new video of the best restorer on KZbin, I couldn't wait! Meine Mechaniker you should post a video a week and I probably wouldn't be able to get bored. Always precise and attentive to detail, always number one!

[@meinemechaniker]

thank you so much Noemat

[@user-cz7wr7px7s]

Я вас полностью поддерживаю , каждое ваше слово ! Рад что я не один . 😊👍

[@xt001x]

I just want to feel that in my hand. What a work of art!

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks

[@troymanning3150]

Beautiful work my friend!

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks Troy

[@sukrubey]

This was totally overkill and excellent at the same time. :)

[@Voyager_AU]

I love watching your videos; it's so relaxing. I love your attention to detail as well.

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks

[@ronnieahman6958]

This is a piece of art. Excellent job

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks sir

[@alexdeleon7135]

Outstanding work! SUBSCRIBED!

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks Alex

[@eno91]

Ein Meisterwerk, dass seines gleichen sucht👍🏼 Respekt!

[@jrand2631]

Brilliant job, it's like brand spanking new but that's also the "problem" - it's too new, no patina left. I would've preferred if you had kept the old wood handles, and although I know they're probably not the original ones, it would still have added some old and roughed look to this old beauty - kept a bit of the soul if you know what I mean. 😊Peace. 🙏

[@meinemechaniker]

sir, you're absolutely right. this is a business where there is more than one truth. you just have to choose the right one that suits you or your show. respects. it's so nice to see you.

[@jrand2631]

@@meinemechaniker Exactly, and as I said it was brilliant work, no one can put a finger on your craftsmanship, which is immaculate, it was only my own personal preferences to keep a bit of the old cleaver in there, just to show its history. Peace. 😊😊🙏🙏

[@jeffshootsstuff]

DAT'S AMAZING HOW THE RUSTED FINISH IS PERFECTLY EVEN!! INCREDIBLE SKILLZ ON THIS LEGITIMATE ANTIQUE!!

[@kaptaintrips]

Why are you screaming? Don't say because you're working in a foundry, either...

[@petertuohy2886]

Better than when it was brand spanking new! Brilliant!

[@miniEhik]

На моменте где болгаркой отрезают большой кусок металла от лезвия, я не выдержал. Для меня это было больно.

[@alwynvanwyk1851]

I shared your pain, bro... He removed the 150 year hard working part and stuffed up the original design... It's a sin.....

[@douglaskerr6813]

They are some fancy machines You got great video

[@lilyofthevalleynaturechannel]

very impressive. I dont have the same kind of tools as you, but i am working on a pig cleaver from Forester Bros.

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks

[@sonofthebride1642]

Man, if that wasn't the most beautiful thing I've seen...

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir

[@gonzaloacevedo7175]

This is the most cartoonish real knife i ever seen in my life.

[@TheRealAnarchrox]

That has got to be the best restoration of a blade that I've seen. The end product is beautiful but the attention to improvement and taking the time to differentially heat treat the blade and edge is beautiful and satisfying to watch. I think it's the kind of thing where afterwards, you could happily sit back with a beer and just admire it for a while. You appear to be a master craftsman.

[@meinemechaniker]

thank you so much mate

[@dc21771]

The watermelon cut was impressive. Beautiful work!

[@meister1176]

Es gibt von den verschiedensten Kanälen so viele Restaurations-Videos, aber bei Deinem Kanal bekommt man schon ein Grinsen ins Gesicht wenn auf der Startseite ein neues Video angekündigt wird, obwohl man es noch gar nicht geschaut hat. Wie gewohnt eine außergewöhnlich gute Arbeit.

[@byOldHand]

Here ✌🏻⚙️⚒️

[@meinemechaniker]

🐈

[@aqualiens4080]

I've seen many videos dealing with metallurgical restoration (a fascination and passion of mine), but this was an absolute master class on the art. Positively stunning.

[@meinemechaniker]

thank you so much

[@rudybriskar5267]

Wow! Super labor intensive! What a beautiful finished cleaver!

[@venkatanarasimhamkadambari242]

As expected absolute professional and technical approach and Brilliant Workmanship

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir

[@j.r.tidwell3318]

I love to watch someone work that has tools like you. Great job on the meat clever. It has never looked that good before. I liked and subscribed again. Don’t know how I got unsubscribe.

[@meinemechaniker]

Thanks sir

[@Benzyl]

It never looked that good because it never was, I was keen till the TRADE MARK was put on then it finally went from restoration to recreation and my heart wasn't in it any more.

[@meinemechaniker]

@@Benzyl it is original

[@Nerdsammich]

Okay, I don't understand why you did all that hand sanding and filing only to then go over it with a power tool. Why do the tedious hand work when you're erasing it in the next step?

[@AV4444]

Это шоу

[@Mr1990hjc]

Beautiful job, and "It will kill !" I confess, I wanted to see it split a hog in two. Good to see you back again.

[@Buzzcook]

It's lovely, but definitely not a restoration.

[@biggusdickus5986]

What was it then ? Looked restored to me.

[@Buzzcook]

@@biggusdickus5986 A restoration preserves as much original material as possible. In this case we take an old cleaver and use it as the base for a new cleaver.

[@biggusdickus5986]

@@Buzzcook Rubbish, they used most of it, so its restored, and its cleaver not clever, it's not clever to call a cleaver a clever. 😂

[@Buzzcook]

@@biggusdickus5986 Thanks for pointing out the spelling mistake.

[@biggusdickus5986]

@@Buzzcook l know I'm a petty man, but l can't help it, it's part of my nature. Sowwwy 🤭

[@jessetheunending9357]

The only choice you made that I didn't like, was changing the blade edge from rounded to straight. Otherwise, it's a beautiful cleaver. Now go cut a ham hock!

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks but it is original

[@biggusdickus5986]

I thought the curve was intentional, like on a headmans axe helped cut thru tissue and bone easier 🤔

[@BB_Chaptsick]

Another awesome project!! Even an assist byOldHand!!!👍 Fantastic video, guys!!!!

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks sir

[@byOldHand]

Thank you my dear friend, nice to see you here

[@MASI_forging]

Another great restoration. I can't wait to see the next video.👍👍

[@meinemechaniker]

thanks a lot mate

[@jlucasound]

That reminds me. I need to use up those peppers I bought, before they go bad. Thanks!! Now where is my cleaver?... 🫑🌶🍕🔪🍻

[@meinemechaniker]

😅

[@kleeo83]

More effort than just making a new one 😅