A Grandfather’s Starrett Vise Repaired and Restored

[@brianrust5275]

Wow... I am speechless. This started out as a quick fix and turned into a big ordeal. I am blow away with your Craftsmanship and your overall generosity. There are no words to describe how happy I am that this Vice is in great working condition and that it will last for many more years and one day my son will have it. Then you probably spent hours making this video on it which I can go back and show my son one day. I am just blown away.... thank you thank you thank you sir!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Brian! Honestly this was one of my favorite projects! The thought that one day your son will say "Great Grandpa's Vise" is just icing on the cake! =D God Bless!

[@brianrust5275]

It is the sparkly candles that you can’t blow out on top of the icing on top of the 5 tier wedding cake hahah. Again I don’t even have the words to say thank you enough...

[@garyjones7198]

@@ScoutCrafter very nice clean up and repair.. I have a question concerning the lathe.. When you are turning down a rod to remove metal, what is the rule of thumb? How much metal would you remove on each pass? Do you know of anyone that has videos of learning how to use a lathe for us beginners? I find making things on a lathe very fascinating... S.C. thanks for a great video...

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Gary! The biggest difference between a big and small lathe is how much you can take off with every cut. When turning metal you judge the cut by the material you are cutting and the speed of the cut. You start off small and slowly increase your cut until the lathe starts to bog down or the cut looks bad. KZbin is a fantastic source for learning lathe work. Years ago I bought the Jose Rodriguez lathe videos and they helped a lot! Try looking at Little machine shop .com They are awesome!

[@garyjones7198]

@@ScoutCrafter S.C. thanks for all your help, and I know I say that for many others as well... I'll ck out his videos... S.C. thanks again, I'll probably invest in a small lathe one day to get some experience.. Have you ever seen "Make it Extreme "? .. That guy is amazing... Thanks again and God Bless...

[@357magdad]

Outstanding restoration! I agree - this was one of my favorite ScoutCrafter projects! Looks like you got some extra acme rod - maybe for a C-clamp???

[@daveogarf]

ScoutCrafter, you are amazing! Your machine work is superb, and your inventiveness and creativity clearly demonstrate your love of the tools and keeping them in fully functioning condition. Thank you so much for letting us peek over your shoulder, so to speak, as you restore and rebuild these classic pieces of American industry.

[@rtisom]

These old vintage tools, Starrett vises for example, fill me with awe with their simplicity, elegance, and sturdiness. It’s a joy to see people like you putting so much effort and love into restoring them. Well done, man.

[@Themobilebasecrawler]

Scoutcrafter, you truly are a master craftsman! This is why this is my favourite channel 👍

[@joeheilm]

Great job! Those acme taps are big $. I can't beleive you cut that stock by hand...😅. Great episode cheers.

[@ivanstiles7030]

That was an awesome repair on a beautiful old vise. Nicely done John

[@Brooklyn-bn5go]

That was beyond a doubt the most generous act a craftsman can do, to lend his God-given talent to another person. An excellent repair to a vice many others would have written off! Cheers to you JN.

[@ScoutCrafter]

In a million years I could never pay-back all the things others have done for me... I'm on a mission! =D

[@Mcphilsmith]

Excellent job, John. Always nice to see tools that are uncommon restored, but more importantly tools that are sentimental out back into use.

[@nvz357]

Well Scout you did it again… And I finally figured out the key to your success… Besides being a great machinist and a handy guy what really separates you from the pack is your patience… I myself and I'm sure many others would skip a few of the steps that you don't skip because we are in a hurry to see the finished product… therefore I believe that that is why mostly everything you do comes out beautiful… Thank you so much...I am learning something new with every video...🤓

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Nick! This one was a real challenge and really satisfying to be able to get it back in service! Thanks Nick!

[@brianrust5275]

Man I love watching this video lol. Must be my 4th time. Thank you again so much. I can’t express my gratitude

[@mardeeda]

Absolutely breathtaking profile on that vice. Brilliant work. You are a mentor to so many of us.

[@johnburgess6572]

THE most amazing work I have seen you do ! This was a complex challenge and you worked every angle...well done Scoutcrafter !

[@DECADENTCEF]

Phenomenal job on vice. That attention to the important details without taking away from the original aged character of it !

[@uncleblack7322]

Excellent job...Brian one lucky guy...you've put a lot of work into this one...enjoyed every minute

[@MrHowieZ1973]

You are a true master of your craft, Sir. Great work saving a family heirloom.

[@TRONMAGNUM2099]

Amazed at how well you made it look. A vice like that should last for many more decades.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Between you and Uncle Sneelock no broken tool is safe. Thanks CS! Happy rainy day!

[@sosrob8085]

Very nice video and restoration on my above all favorite tool. Love my vises! Great job SC....COME ON 15,000 SUBSCRIBERS!!!!

[@2dividedby3equals666]

Fantastic job! The vise is great but the story behind it is what makes it awesome!

[@davidchadwick1626]

Very nicely done sir . That's the first time I've every seen a thread snap on a vice the casing brake in too loads of times .you live and learn as they say . Enjoyed John thanks 👍

[@ScoutCrafter]

The rod was frozen and Brian's brother used a pipe to try and free it but because of the rust and age, it snapped right before the nut! Me too- first time seeing that! =)

[@lotsabirds]

That was a Fantastic Restoration! A lot of work but well worth it!! It looks and works beautifully!

[@tonyholt90]

Brilliant! Great restoration I read Brians comment and really understand how he feels. Great skill you have. Nice to be able to make others happy.

[@Doco72]

That's a beautiful vise and a great restoration. What a wonderful memento of his Grandfather. Well done.

[@alcopower5710]

That vise turned out great. Always love the special appearance by the Dake.

[@BradsWorkbench]

Awesome awesome job! Would like to see more involved restorations like this! Great outside the box thinking

[@ap45sontoolworks11]

Amazing restoration and fantastic video. Great work and content as usual. Thanks for doing what you do!!!

[@JourneymanRandy]

Brian you are very fortunate. Nice work Scoutcrafter. Well done my friend

[@stokeburner6730]

Excellent resto. Its always a pleasure to watch you work.

[@mrbenmall]

Lovely job. And I'm sure Brian is beside himself with glee. I really enjoyed seeing your solution for the slop. It's giving me the itch to restore another vise. Thanks for the video!! Congratulations, Brian!

[@joeframer9642]

Great channel.... nice job

[@michaelpugh4894]

Beautiful corrections and a beautiful restoration.

[@wyattoneable]

I love a good vise. Especially one that has been taken care of with classic lines. You did a great job making the part. This vise will bring many more years of service thanks to you.

[@paulmidgley9183]

Another great video. Saved a nice piece of history. Thank you for all your work and videos.

[@uktony1525]

Scoutcrafter, you are a good man. The making of the dovetail part was pure genius. Your comment about all vice handles being bent reminded me of a visit to the Royal Navy ship HMS Defender where an almost new Record vice at £550 (approx $700) on the flight deck had a mangled handle as someone had put a large pipe on it. I could have cried.

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL Tony! I have used cheater bars before on pipe-wrenches and for leverage but I could never bring myself to use one on a vise! That is just asking for trouble! =D Thanks!!!!!!

[@Lumens1]

Beautiful and terrific restoration and awesome improvements!!!

[@budddyrda]

Phenomenal job Scout! It turned out great! That delrin bushing was a cool idea.

[@ScoutCrafter]

I love Delrin! So easy to machine and it is super strong and chemical resistant! The only drawback is the price but I buy it in lots! =D Thanks!

[@helpinghandremodeling3755]

What a fantastic fix. Brian is a lucky guy. Scout to the rescue. Very well done as always.

[@TheSuperwrenchGarage]

John absolutely tremendous work....an inspiration for all of us! Your dedication to quality work and Craftsmanship is evident in this project. I always learn something new from each video!

[@Anonymous-it5jw]

Great job. These projects require a longer video to do them justice - thanks for showing us what's involved and for having the skill and experience to do it. It's a good thing it was not a 1" acme thread - those larger rods are expensive!

[@ScoutCrafter]

I can't even imagine what a 1" Acme Tap would cost! LOL

[@geraldschrader8511]

Scout, your generosity is amazing! Loved this restoration.

[@johncrable3349]

Hi Scout. .....thanks for taking this on - you saved it from the junk pile. I know Brian appreciates it. Great Grandpa is smiling! Have a happy day!

[@briantraxler2780]

What a beautiful piece of equipment! You can see the pride built right into it! Quality American!

[@leebrewer1190]

Fantastic new design you machined. Better than original for sure! I am In the process pf moving. This video makes me all the more wanting to be able to get back at the tools and refinishing! I have a couple old vices I want to restore and cannot wait to do so! Thanks again for a great vid John!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Lee! Moving is such a task!!!!!! =) I am dreading it! Thanks!!!

[@GuntersGarage]

Really nice job repairing that neat old vise. Thats awesome you were able to find the screw rod and very clever adapting it to the old parts.

[@Stevegetslucky]

What a beautiful vice. A real treasure.

[@tfknauss]

Awesome video, beautiful vice indeed. Nice job, good for many more generations!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Thanks Todd!!!!!!!

[@johnkelley9877]

Wow! That was a lot of work. Lots of great machining footage. The whole vise looks great and has to work better then the original. Great job ScoutCrafter. Thanks for sharing this great video.

[@1970chevy07]

What a great restoration nice job scout crafter

[@davidharris6581]

Great project! It would be fun to get an old Starrett catalog and see what it sold for new. Like you that is the first Starrett vice I ever saw. I have an old Colombian that is stuck I need to get back on. You inspired me!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi David, Me too! I have a Parker that is frozen and waiting... =D

[@TheLoxxxton]

Scout you devil!! You make out with the simple every man restorations but you have serious credentials in machining. Hats off to you. Your either genius or mad!!!!

[@mtmchenry]

Great restoration. I have a soft spot for vises. Love seeing and old vise restored to working condition. Great job.

[@yrtuag]

Fantastic job as usual 👍😎 🤠

[@Rizwanalam]

classic scoutcrafter restoration. Awesome Job.

[@jway5580]

That's quite an involved restoration. Showing the detailed process is great.

[@ianlangan6976]

beautifully restored. Another great tool saved...

[@lordvengerx]

Man Scout you are a true craftsman. Very knowledgeable you are on top of the game. This is one of your best yet outstanding and amazing. Have a great weekend scout. See you for Mish Mosh :D

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hello LV! This was a real challenge! So glad it was something I could do! =)

[@lordvengerx]

@@ScoutCrafter You did a very awesome job one of your best yet

[@johnrazor8720]

One of your best! A real gift before Father’s Day. Thanks for the hard work. Consider using all your footage as a repair series. I think that you could make a video on the Dake sequence alone. Yes I know, Razor always wants more Dake.

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL! I agree! The Dake is just so much fun to use and makes quick work of reversing damage! =)

[@timothynewkirk2654]

Well Done as Always! "No comment" on your decision to use a hack-saw. ...Newk from Kentucky

[@ScoutCrafter]

My Dad was a Bull, he wouldn't think twice about a task like that chalking it up to his exercise for the day! =D

[@johnrazor8720]

Shout out to Kentucky!

[@stevef8993]

Wow!!! That was a great restoration ScoutCrafter!! Great job making the acme nut and making it all new and workable again! Another vise back in service. 👍

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Steve! This was a challenge but a super rewarding project when it all works out in the end! =D Thanks!

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi scout what a nice job you did on the vice,Brian will be so pleased. Your restoration skill is up there whith the best of them for sure. Thanks ,best wishe's. Stuart.

[@OldSneelock]

Good job John. That was a big replacement. Not only was the thread damaged but you had to carve out a new nut. The side benefit is all the vises with bad screws will be lining up at the flea markets to have you fix them. That 6 feet of threaded rod will go pretty quickly. 😆😎

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL Dave- You know how it is when you can get twice as much for only 1/4 more $... =D

[@elsdp-4560]

THANK YOU...for sharing. What a "BEAUTIFUL" repair, very nice my friend.

[@danielgrenier3288]

Nice one! Beautiful vise. I'm so happy to see it. Thanks so much!

[@ededmund5685]

wow you should be proud ,, this is a wonderful job .. don't stop ,, thx Ed Lorretto Ontario Canada

[@alexstools]

What a great job and nice story! Learned a lot from the video but I think the biggest aspect we (or I) van learn from is your generosity!

[@petemoss9693]

Hey Scout . . . What a skillful / superb job you done on the vice -

[@bertalicea2397]

Well done, great video! 👍 👍

[@evilla410]

Great job ! Like always 👍👍👍👍👍

[@saigaking]

What a great video scout I have never seen a starrett vice looks like a Nice solid vice great lines , that was fantastic thing you did for Brian Keeping a memory alive if these old tools could talk incredible . The vice turned out great I like it natural I’m sure it works better now Than it did with the amazing work you put in to it .

[@sonercanbaz5911]

My favorite channel, number one!!!! Have a nice weekend....

[@ScoutCrafter]

Thanks so much!

[@WorksbySolo]

Nice restoration! I like hearing your thoughts as you decided which way to go on the refurbishment.

[@tommyhanlon8012]

That's a nice restore, Good Job.

[@watchfast1]

What a project! I did not know Starrett made vises. You made it like new! Thank you for such wonderful videos!

[@Brian-Burke]

Nice work as always. I never knew there was such a thing as a force gauge. Pretty cool.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Brian if you get a chance check out my video "Force Gauge introduction" I think you will like it!!! Thanks!!

[@stevewalker7822]

WOW! Way to adapt and overcome! Awesome!

[@DavidLopez-ho2mb]

Great Video, you are truly talented, I am simply amazed. Thank you for taking the time to show us.

[@hammer1212]

One of your best ever videos!

[@marcmckenzie5110]

ScoutCrafter, you are so enormously generous - and that generosity of heart really motivates me. Every piece of this project was enjoyable, and like almost every one of your segments I learned several things. Forgive my cynical comment, but at 4:10 when you observe that everything Starrett made had unique pitches, sizes, etc... Well I can tell you, leaving out DOD reasons, the only reason a commercial company uses proprietary parts when the technology being used has already been established, is to lock in their parts and accessories at above market margins. Starrett has a neat company story, makes very nice products, but I avoid buying their products for this very reason and I feel (opinion) they charge unreasonably above market. Open standards and technology - be it ACME threads or computer operating systems - serve the common man. Nontheless, you overcame their barriers and yielded an exceptionally nice restore of a very beautiful vise!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Marc! There is no doubting Starrett has amazing products for over a hundred years, it is funny though that almost all their threads are non-standard. I guess if you are making everything in-house you can do what you want! =D Most of us get Starrett second hand and rarely buy new. They are along the line of Snap-On in the affordability market! =) Thanks Marc!

[@norherman]

Oh man what a fix. very enjoyable . Thank you for sharing.

[@tooladdict7463]

I’ve always wanted a Wilson Vise John and now you’ve just made me want a Starrett vise Beautiful job what a lovely thing to have from your granddad 😀

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Ben! I was so impressed by the symmetrical look of this vise... It's a strong little vise too! =) Thanks Ben!

[@parlenkow]

Hello my friend!!! very good video, I like the vises and according my experience I feel that the vises are in the list of the most abused tools tanks for another great video!!!

[@williammcguire3rd]

Awesome job. Turned out great.

[@Dardrum]

Excellent job scout, and a beautiful vise too.

[@RobertBosworth]

Nice touch with the natural look and shellac. Must have been funny seeing the six-foot package arrive. I’ve been trying my hand at cleaning up some old wrenches, utility knives and clamps (all because of you, thank you) and I find it fulfilling. My hangup is finishing. I’m not experienced at painting so the end product is inconsistent. Maybe a video with some tips/techniques? Thanks for such a good channel. Can’t wait ‘til the next vid.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Robert! Yes! That tube is 8 foot long! LOL I was shocked because shipping was cheap! Thanks so much!

[@garyjones7198]

Very nice as usual S.C... Beautiful vice....God Bless

[@christopherlusk9385]

Sir, What you do for your following is amazing. As I have said before...you have the unique ability to explain what you do and how you do it. A super tip for me was to avoid Starrett if there are parts missing.

[@daviddaddy]

BEAUTIFUL Craftsmanship John! Is there anything you cant do? Lol you're Amazing to say the least! I am so glad you made a youtube channel to not only show us your skills, but teach them to us too. Ive learned so much from watching your Channel already. You're a Huge mentor in my life and i Appreciate every second of your time you dedicate to teaching and showing us new tips and tricks. God bless you John. take care Buddy.

[@ScoutCrafter]

I can't tell you how happy that makes me feel! Thanks so much!

[@daviddaddy]

@@ScoutCrafter You're very welcome my friend! And Thank you! For all your hard work and dedication and time/effort you put into these videos. I know the restorations are time consuming and challenging and then you have to spend hours editing these videos! Lol so Thank you so Much John. I hope you have a very blessed day, God bless you my friend.

[@literoadie3502]

Really great job! It must have took a while with many steps, but once it all comes together it's so rewarding! Especially when you're doing it for somebody else, it gives you extra motivation to do everything to the best of your ability before it goes out the door. I absolutely love Starrett vises! They are big with machinists because they all know the brand well for their precision instruments, so it's really cool to see them offer a heavy-duty tool meant to take a beating, and they're gorgeous! I recently bought a 'Parkinson's' brand Model J No.38 ''Samsonia'' vise off the local Facebook ads for £20. It was described as not working, and took 10 minutes to just re-engage the half-nut mechanism and get it working again! It's the usual British quick-slide kind of vise, originally designed by the Parkinson's company themselves. The jaws are a bit beat up, but since it's of the design where the jaws are bolted from the outside (like some of the big Wilton's) it's a simple matter to make replacement jaws, and tap them with whatever thread you like.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hello Aryan! I never saw a Starrett vise before! You are so right about re-tapping to a more common thread! Makes life so much easier! Thanks!!!!!!!!

[@tonylenge424]

I think you can fix anything. That was impressive and I enjoyed watching. Thanks

[@patriciamueller6892]

Love restoring movies on vises! Good work! Working on hobbies vise it looks strong I will see tough little vise hard to find very rare.. good day mate!!

[@TakeAmericaBack2010]

Love all the machining!

[@vincentwesolowski459]

Great Job!!! Another interesting video

[@pattognozzi]

Amazing work, truly inspirational. Great job.

[@opcruiser5436]

Those were sone nice upgrades you performed. Great work.

[@guataco]

You are a good and skillful friend. I enjoyed the video. Regards.

[@negotiableaffections]

Not many Starrett vices around, you may have just become their patron saint - well done John.

[@SwarthyPlinker]

Nice job! I’ve never seen a Starrett vise before.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Me too! My first! Nice looking vise!!

[@tombob671]

Great video, you are a true craftsman, I suspect also a master machinist or tool maker

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL Tom you are too kind... Thanks!

[@eamontreanor1363]

Fantastic job mate.