Antique rusty lighter - Restoration project

Today I'll be restoring this rusty antique lighter. It has been damaged badly by the rust and is in urgent need of restoration. The whole top side had rusted and the stone didn't even move when I begun. Luckily the lighter is made of thick plate and the rust had not gone trough. The cap didn't have much extra material left though. After removing the rust I found stamp saying FZ 522 and the bottom of the lighter says 522 too.
I tested a "real" rust remover this time. It's much less smelly than vinegar and works well. I think all the methods have their pros and cons but I'll definitely be using this in the future too.
After the rust was removed and the jammed stone was released I put the parts in lathe just because I have access to one and the pits were very deep. This I sanded the part up to 2000 grits and then used a dremel with wool polishing bit and polishing compound for mirror finish. As you can see in the end it ended up looking stunning. I might make an update on this after I toy with nickel plating some more. My current system is not great for brass (or in general) and the two metal parts could cause some problems too. Learning these things always take some time.
I also filed the "grip lines" back to the cap. Some of them had worn/corroded off and some came off while I sanded it. When sanding the I left the stamp completely alone, I only removed the rust from top of it. But I polished everything around it so it looks nice and reminds of the history.
I cut new gasket from rubber and cut a new spring from another really really long spring. I put in a new flint after a little adjusting with the spring it worked beautifully.
I you liked my video hit the like button and subscribe. Maybe even share my video, that helps me a ton! If you didn't like the video, feel free to hit the dislike button, twice. Thanks for watching come back next week.
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[@dw4353]

I can’t spend more than 30 minutes sanding something and this man spent 5 hours Concentration: 100

[@Kitsune0268]

I think some people just have an affinity for that sort of thing and really enjoy it. I have an aversion to repetitious things and yet there's something I really get infatuated with when I'm sanding/restoring metal. Rather than repetitious, it becomes the opposite and you become hyper-aware of all the little details and shaping the thing.

[@dw4353]

Face In Need Of Punching I do engineering for my college course and I have to sand every day and it kinda gets tiring

[@yogendrasahoo9270]

@@Kitsune0268 ...

[@dimml0r]

on the cap, 5h on the cap

[@shaunbarnett2972]

Yeah I'm usually doing 5 to 7 hour sanding stints on coffee tables I restore but once you get into it it's kind of addictive. And what else would you want to be doing?

[@RileyDWP]

not gonna lie, i always enjoy watching restoration videos before i go to bed, i think yours is my favorite channel so far

[@irishmuscle7352]

Agreed. I find these videos very relaxing. Love how he doesn’t use any music or narrating either👌

[@herzikkimolog]

if you ask me, his videos get on reccommendation when i watch lectures in my final week and have me distracted :D

[@chasingthelight7139]

Try watch Random Hand channel

[@Cr33pkillclips]

Yeah for sure

[@izaluna8915]

yes! relax a lot. and he obviously knows what he's gonna need to restore the antiques.

[@Faux_Fox]

Man, I thought vinegar was the best channel but ever since I subscribed to cylinder I haven't looked back.

[@TheresaPowers]

lol

[@ER-we3mr]

I know right

[@ER-we3mr]

Man cylinder is a great speaker

[@ER-we3mr]

His voice is projected louder than it really is

[@E.AllTheAbove]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@AnnieWilson-dg3wj]

I’m glad people like you exist. I love when people take their own time to restore someone else’s work

[@drolandcorp]

This is a common WWI German trench lighter. very collectable

[@BB-el2js]

They still make these... nice to know it has historical value though..

[@BB-el2js]

I wouldn't collect them knowing they're being mass produced.

[@janitorjohn5746]

B & B well you collect the ones from the ww1 era not the modern ones

[@BB-el2js]

@@janitorjohn5746 hmm 💁

[@ericstaples7220]

Not collectible anymore after he restored it.

[@josslucas8512]

Your patience is incredible. I find zippo flints are too hard and can damage old lighter wheels. Keep up the good work.

[@alphaplayzz1381]

Instructions unclear, subscribed to ww1 german lighter body

[@antiohyeahyeah8408]

Hmm

[@frankie228]

anti oh yeah yeah suspicious right?

[@blaster5800]

Lighter: 8 dollars Tools and machinery: 2000 dollars

[@anantchandratre9984]

Satisfaction of a hobby & job well done : *PRICELESS*

[@mikkone1866]

*Euros

[@that1trashborb948]

@@mikkone1866 there are diffrent types of currency in the world sir

[@muz4415]

2017:memes 2018:satisfying 2019:restoration

[@thatoneherbdude]

XANFERS XZ 2018: memes 2019: memes 3019: memes

[@femboyapple2595]

Restoration huh? GO BACK THE WHENCE YOU CAME DRAGONBORN

[@jamesfreeman1187]

skyrim right

[@cinegasm8687]

2020 : viruses

[@edwardflores6647]

Seeing the before & after images at the end of each restoration really satisfies me.. I get this feeling of relief, as if I did all the work 😭 👍🏻👍🏻

[@irishmuscle7352]

I have respect for people who don’t edit out things that may have went wrong, whether it was their fault or not. Great job btw 👍

[@comfyghosts6983]

That 'subscribe' written on the lighter reveal was smooth af

[@Jules_Pew]

@Kasia His cunning plan to make more views worked.

[@wparo]

Wow amazing job. People like you should be kept in good condition and later restored.

[@moisttvag1997]

LMAOO i like what u did there

[@miathapapaya]

How many takes before you got "subscribe" to line up just right?

[@MyNoctis]

maybe he did it in reverse !

[@beladebloeme]

@@MyNoctis smart plays

[@alisonnyanyannya]

What are u talking about

[@andrewstockman3739]

He wrote it on there when it stopped he just made a cut of the video

[@miathapapaya]

@@alisonnyanyannya Try watching it and you will see.

[@Adam-hi9dh]

Sick. Love how you redid the grip lines in the cap. Thumbs up from NY

[@jamesfreeman1187]

FRICK NY!!!

[@lochanathambeliyagoda5065]

Frick im from ny

[@kinskifilms]

@@jamesfreeman1187 My parents had sex in New York and my mom got pregnant in New York and her vagina was in New York when I came out of it. But yeah, no, I totally had a choice where I'm from. So how's live in Cuntsville Virginia?

[@that1guy866]

Idk why the dislike ratio on these videos are so high, restoration videos are awesome. How could you not appreciate the time it takes to make these and how nice the finished product looks.

[@VictoriaMedeiros-kk7sj]

collectors usually are against restoration because it takes part of the history of the object. maybe the dislikes come from people who believe he should've kept it in it's original state

[@that1guy866]

@@VictoriaMedeiros-kk7sj I never thought about that haha, I guess it does just comes down to preference. The way I see it is that the item itself is the history and restoration is showing of its original beauty, almost as if you went back in time

[@tonyscott395]

The FZ could come from the German for lighter, 'feuerzeuge'. Maybe of WW1 vintage. Nice restoration.

[@ViceVersace]

Tony Scott indeed, the size of it makes it clear. One fill for the length of a war would last.

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks, great info

[@OddTinkering]

Funniest comment here so far

[@paulorth2251]

Loved the lighter in polished look, but I think it would have been good in the original black paint color too.

[@LaSa1]

Tony Scott hey im from Germany and it looks like a sturmfeuerzeug from the Wehrmacht so probably from 2nd world war

[@deathwalker5877]

I do not know why scratching a piece of soap is satisfying for many ... This is pure satisfaction. Good job as always

[@cakes4494]

Yeah there's something relaxing about watching something be restored to its former glory. I'm glad nobody talks as well.

[@sreinecker]

That’s the coolest looking lighter I’ve ever seen. You did a beautiful job.

[@Fabian_Damif]

No voy a mentir, yo siempre, antes de dormir, disfruto ver vídeos de restauraciones. Yo pienso que tu canal es el mejor por mucho.

[@stephaniesander5465]

Awesome job. The patience you had to put the lines in the top and the amount of time you spent on each part show your expertise and love of restorations. The lighter is a beautiful piece of history - saved by you. This is my first video by you, and I will continue to watch.

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks! I'll try to keep the videos coming weekly. I have a tight shedule right now so I might sometimes miss a week and I never know which day I can finish the video

[@sethwylie4281]

Damn. He even added the lines to that thing. When he does this, he takes it seriously. Another nice job man. Great job. (He’s got some dedication to his work)

[@axch2983]

channels like these and Primitive Technology are the best

[@ColonelBummleigh]

Fine job. I found an old embossed brass umbrella stand and polished it up last summer.Looks fantastic at my front door.

[@davegsux]

ah, manic mailman!. love that cartoon character xD

[@Bakul.]

Best video I have watched in a long time, subscribing immediately.

[@dylan8363]

It would be so badass to see somebody use this to light their smoke! I love it.

[@icetiger-4760]

This guy has inspired me to make my own “trench scrap” style lighter from some reclaimed 50 bmg brass.

[@paulbresson4086]

I may be weird, but I always watch these type of videos at 2x speed, I find the sounds of the machines and tools much more enjoyable that way

[@monkeythe1st]

Honestly didn’t think you’d be able to restore it well as you did. Great video.

[@iamrichrocker]

this beats the usual ax or other repeated restores..i love the eclectic object you chose this time..keep doing the different..like an old clock..old ceiling or electric fans....great job...

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks!

[@DarthCuddlefluff]

I used to think that this kind of work was a hobby that dads got into to take a break from their shitty married life but I now see that I was so wrong. It takes more than the correct tools for the job. It takes knowledge of how to use the tools, a legit understanding of engineering, a wide array of tools, creativity, attention to detail, extreme care, a lot of time, patience, effort and love to properly restore old tools like these. It really is an art form.

[@RJ-xp6xh]

I like how you put some semi like bloopers at the end of your videos. Thumbs up. Had a great time watching.

[@richardparks7562]

As always you put the best effort and you work very hard and as always I’ll be impressed with your work keep up the good work and I can’t wait for your next video, Richard

[@forsety2]

Honestly I highly doubt it looked that good when it was first made. That is a beautiful lighter

[@docsen9777]

Really appreciate the painstakingly undertaken restoration video... And the absence of background music... My two year old sleeps off so nicely watching this... Thanks a tonne 😀😄😄

[@Tencryn]

I don't understand how these videos attract so many views. I don't understand why I keep watching. Odd Tinkering is a wizard that uses his powers to keep us here.

[@florijanftw]

watchin this video while high, unbeatable

[@i4ni2th4a2th13]

Ya got me.... The laith stopped and i paused the video at 4:30 and hit that subscribe button. Good work 👍

[@Palmieres]

This video reminded me of my dad so much. He was a goldsmith and used many of these tools, and I loved to watch him work. I guess he was also pretty happy to have his daughter be interested in what he was doing. I wish he'd had the chance to teach me his craft.

[@Vampireangel1011]

don't know how I ended up here, or why I am even staying. But I guess it's because this stuff is so satisfying to watch-- it's quiet, Informative, and intriguing to watch a busted and really old item get restored and put back into workable conditions. Keep it up man love the stuff

[@kmklove]

its amazing see the before after, i can't get enough of this man, congrats and subscribed liked.... i'll keep watching thank you.

[@chaosncheckt9356]

Nicely done and with no narrative. Would like to see you do an old fountain pen at some point.

[@99sunidhi]

This was somehow inspirational. I was looking for inspiration all day long. I was tired and thought I would not get the inspiration on the internet. I came across this (would you call this luck?) now and this sparked something in me. I felt like my mind has rusted and it's of no use right now. All our lives, we think rusting is permanent damage. You showed me that it's not. All of us can shine once again. We need to put effort in ourselves. A lot of effort, patience and focus. I'll be indebted to you.

[@JB-hc9ld]

Dude stop being like those teacher who make even the easiest poems hard to understand just enjoy the video .

[@byee]

DOOM SLAYER facts

[@fcknkllr]

How could anyone not like this video? Amazing job!

[@user-mj2xj3ix7u]

Imagine asking someone if they have a light and they pull out that thing Edit: UWU OWO NO FWEAKING WAYW!!! FWANK YAW FAW DE WIKES

[@sjescone]

I really want one of those

[@lopezalehandro1666]

that would be soooooo hipster

[@hotmix12345]

Imaging getting stoned with this lighter

[@gabrieldeguzman4162]

T gei

[@Theking-mz9bk]

I'd think 1 this guys is a badass 2 how the hell did you get this

[@kapilchauhan1432]

Great work sir, appreciate your effort for this video, and salute to your resilience and patience ❤️❤️

[@heyandy889]

At the end, when he was assembling the lighter and started pouring in the fuel, I got a weird feeling. It was as if you contacted the long-gone individuals who used the lighter in just that way. It was like a communication channel opened to the previous generations. Very cool. Thank you for sharing, and thank you for your dedication on the project.

[@c0l0rmep1nk]

Idk why but I really like these lighter restoration vids.

[@Adrien-is-not-here]

Why can’t lighters look this cool now? 😔 Great restoration 👌🏼

[@Jamokai]

because then no one would by new lighters and the lighter industry would suffer, and there would be less plastic in the world, God forbid.

[@CreatorCade]

There are similar ones but they cost way too much. This way is much better it’s not only cheaper but your also preserving a little piece of history.

[@swaggerkaj]

If you want somethint that kinda looks the same and works the same, get a zippo.

[@allison6301]

I love the ambience of your videos. It's like asmr or something

[@DawnMillerWaya]

I have never seen a lighter like this. It's so pretty and unique. Thank you for restoring it.

[@user-hi3bw3nv7x]

this is a real restoration project... what a patience... what a persistent. really amazing

[@TemenosL]

So, it might be a German WWI-era lighter. The only site pulling up that specific FZ 522 designation is one seller from Germany.

[@TheBossskinhead]

2019: let's restore a 100 year old lighter. Bad ass video. Metal working. 2119: let's restore a 100 year old lighter. Sands down plastic. Lighter is gone and now you have cancer from plastic inhalation.

[@aleksifrmdao]

2319: lets restore a 100 year old lighter. First of all lets take the nuclear core and put some moon dust in so it can burn good and then take the star piece and put it in the lighter for max efficiency

[@comonaocraftar]

2419 lets restore this 100 years old lighter, First we pick the Mortnekh Powder and mix with Xhusfhog

[@auliaakbar4197]

2519:let's restore a 100 year old lighter. first of all, do some electromagnetic with anti matter energy spilled into core. Especially, when working RTX 2 Gryxonide Appropriately.

[@Galaxsity]

Well that happened...

[@timtom9198]

History lectures in a nutshell

[@Reflexopz]

thats the nicest looking lighter I have ever seen, great to see you bring back something so beautiful!

[@dvorgur]

What a piece of history! Thanks for restoring, and charing 👍 Brilliant work!

[@tAiLoR95]

Is no one going to comment on how awesome the “subscribe” plug was? Genius.i wish I could’ve subscribed again.

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks! It's always fun to add some creativity to my videos

[@TrentTheCreator]

Yeah thought that was cool too completely caught me off guard.

[@tim49013]

I like it its classy and not something you can come across so easily now days 15 years ago that sort of thing you could pick up in the right places not so much now days great job I like the polished look more than the original black

[@markschwegler1100]

Really beautiful!! Not many people realize the effort it takes to complete something so small!!!

[@Ladybug-uf7uh]

I admire clever people. Thank you for the upload.

[@CHIMNEY7]

That lighter turned out looking really nice,well done,subscribed.👍

[@zeeroincstudios7322]

I smoke Everytime I watch a video so calming and informative thank you sir

[@oxenbrigg513]

Bruh, quit smoking.

[@zeeroincstudios7322]

@@oxenbrigg513 easier to say smoking kill's when you don't know what's killing that smoker to smoke

[@kryptikkomatose]

every-time i see video like this with a fellow man who has this ultimate set of tools an everything it seems to be able to fix or do whatever might come up i really feel not man enough cause i barley have any tools i have 1 hammer and couple screwdrivers thats it i feel like every man should have tools like this guy so hats off to you sir you are amazing!

[@FlutePlayer777]

I love the editing on your videos! This item is beautiful too!

[@larryvansullen3935]

Looks brand new, it reminds me of the trench lighers used in WW1

[@artug874]

ah the good old days at which front were you fighting the war?

[@tickles5593]

You always find a unique way of telling people to subscribe so I did. Keep up the great work and have a great day!

[@sycowood65]

Let’s appreciate his talent for brushing, he is one fast brusher

[@teddytac253]

If i seen that on the ground i woulda never thought it was a lighter. Awesome job

[@stephenfewson7188]

Niiccceeee work mate! G'day from Australia 🇦🇺

[@stephenfewson7188]

@M3Talic Shhhhhh....it's a secret 😉

[@Fubs_the_queen]

“The body has a lot of thickness too.” Me too.

[@Okamisou]

This one is neat! so far my favorite out of what I have seen you restore so far.

[@johnchimento1692]

Does anyone else watch vids like these to fall asleep?

[@marduchok]

nice idea

[@travisa2538]

Love ur videos I'm binge watching all of them and will leave a like on each very satisfying 😉 u do great work and I liked the blooper on the other lighter video when it burned up in ur hand mistakes make help you for next time lol great videos man.

[@UltraSuperDuperFreak]

Allmost sure it never shined like that back when it was made lol ... crazy amount of shiny love it got :)

[@mr.waynes7555]

nice job on this lighter!

[@PerAnkh418]

Another fantastic vintage lighter restoration! 👍 😁

[@MissBELLE003]

I need one of those brushes to clean cables on my car!

[@ianallen2]

Very nice. Came out really doog .Well done. I saw your othert lighter and a few other vids you have done. I have just hit the sub button and bell.

[@persephonee5]

Incredible! 👍 I wish I would have your patience and knowlege for anything. And all of your machines. 😁

[@khledbahkaly]

The way you presented subscribe on the lighter was so great😎

[@veronicatoro2841]

Muy excelente trabajo, te felicito por la pasión por restaurar estos implementos hechos para durar toda la vida. Gracias por este vídeo tan entretenido.

[@johannstrasser1178]

It's so lucky KZbin algorithm bring me here.... Subscribe for you bro.. keep it up..

[@MegaOzdude]

What an absolute Craftsman you are in with storing that old cigarette lighter that was absolutely fabulous .

[@sleeser44]

im gonna wait for 100 years to see you restoring it once more

[@garymucher9590]

Nice refurbishing project. Odd there isn't some sort of cap that covers over the top. IDK

[@bubbybob]

I wish there was a way to watch these videos in reverse so it looks like you are rapidly ageing various antiques.

[@OddTinkering]

Well that's an easy idea for my second channel

[@nutmeg9005]

bubby bob *aging

[@francislenin3644]

that was awesome ..fabulous job bro..thanks for the vedio

[@1968Greybill]

Another fabtastic project!

[@oldiejoe3180]

Sehr gute Arbeit. Ich habe noch ein 30 jahre altes Zippo Feuerzeug. Müsste man auch mal restaurieren. Ich glaube damit komme ich dann zu dir:) Super Video!

[@markfriesen4032]

Geil Deutsche auch am Start :-D

[@oldiejoe3180]

@@markfriesen4032 Ja. In diesen Sendungen ist ja kein Text:) xD. Aber interessant anzusehen ist es immer.

[@markfriesen4032]

@@oldiejoe3180 Da muss ich richtig zustimmen! 😉😉

[@aerond.1290]

This is also an ASMR lol

[@flyflavius9569]

Perfect job!Like everytime.Keep doing,you are the best!!!

[@louisd100]

The man loves polishing 😁

[@gidde1222]

Girl: We gotta stop my boyfriend is coming Me: 2:32

[@darios9797]

cheating is NOt funny

[@kingy2606]

Lol

[@damsonwhereyougetthat7663]

@@darios9797 yes, yes it is

[@thestreetpharmacist2685]

Lol

[@gidde1222]

thedognextdoor yes nigga

[@CraigKarenMathew]

Very nice job, Have you thought about clear coating some things to stop surface rust coming back

[@2BsWraith]

So satisfying to watch restoration of relics, a noble cause

[@synful1969]

That's completely awesome!!!!

[@rcao2220]

2.2k jars of Vinegar disliked this video because they're replaced by a real rust remover now

[@TheKayaklover]

Your hands are as gorgeous as the restoration .

[@SleazyMouse]

#1 comment 🤣

[@paulfeist]

Polishing tip - doing the felt wheel buff and polish while its spinning in the lathe will make a more even finish. Looks great! Especially envious of the hand work polishing the cap!

[@kauaichan]

I love this channel, it's like ASMR for tinkerers 😂 but this came out beautifully! So shiny lol almost calls for some filigree 😍