Antique Watchmaker Vise - Restoration

In this video i'm restoring a very rusty and stuck antique watchmaker vise.
Sometimes I spend a lot of time just scrolling through the antique section of eBay without seeing something not even close to be interesting. It was exactly this case a few weeks ago, but then all of a sudden this little watchmaker vise appeared. I knew right away that I want it. I really like the small size of it with all the details and the old school design, so I bought it for $20.
It had really a lot of rust and I was sceptical at the beginning if I could get rid of all the pitting and put a nice mirror polish on it, because it is very thin at two spots. It turned out to not be a problem and it worked very well. The jaws themself looked still very good after removing the rust, I've only pu a little bluing liquid on them and that was it. The bolt and the wing nut on the other hand was a big issue on this project. The thread had way too much play, the thread in the nut was not straight and it was a non standart thread size. That means I had no tools to cut this exact thread. So I need to make at least a new bolt and put a same size metric standart thread on it. With this new thread the nut doesn't fit anymore on the new bolt. If I want to repair the wing nut, I'd have to close the old thread with welding and cut in the same metric thread as on the bolt. I talked to a professional welder to close this thread, but he told me that the diameter of the hole was too small compared to it's lenght to be able to close it, or it could be that he melts the whole nut while trying to weld it. For that reason I decided to make a new one. Even though it is just a simple wing nut, this part was one of the most complicated parts I've done for this channel so far, but it turned out perfectly. I also had to replace the wooden handle because it had some cracks and the holes have become too big.
At the end it turned out very great in my opinion. With the polished steel, the polished brass and the stained wood it has a very classy look and I really like it.
I hope you like my work and the video.
Huge thank you to all of my Patreon and PayPal supporters and specially to:
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Timestamps:
00:00 preview
00:42 disassembling
01:52 showing all the parts
02:07 cleaning the parts with the parts washer
02:32 removing the rust
03:05 removing the bolt
03:29 restoring the main part
04:55 bluing the jaws of the main part
05:16 polish the inside with selfmade tool
05:41 explaining the issue with nut and bolt
06:16 making a new bolt on the lathe and milling machine
07:45 making a new wing nut on the lathe and milling machine
10:58 restoring the small washer
11:22 making a new wooden handle
12:37 stain the wooden handle
12:47 apply linseed oil on the wooden handle
13:02 restore the brass ring
13:30 restore the eye screw
14:05 showing all the parts before reassembling
14:19 reassembling
15:16 showing the finished restoration
16:08 final test
Time and costs of this restoration:
I was working on this project for 1 week
$20 watchmaker vise
$2 ash wood for the handle
My camera:
Panasonic HC-V180
If you have any questions about the process, machines i'm using or other stuff, just ask me in the comments. I read them all and i try to reply as soon as possible.
Sorry for my bad english, it's not my language. I try my best to improve my technical english.
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[@iambee5876]

mm : bolt has too much play me : just say it mm : the nut is slanting me : just say it! mm : size is not standart me : just say it!!!!! mm : unfortunately i have no tools for that size me : just say it please!!! mm : i make a new one (with a standar bla bla ) me : YES! YES! YES! Thank You! Thank You!

[@iambee5876]

omg my first pinned comment is from mm

[@TheTekknician]

Same! I actually started clapping 😶🤣

[@royothebuzz]

Exactly! Cheers

[@thegamerfamily565]

When I first saw the tool I thought, there’s nothing to make. Ha! I couldn’t wait for him to say it.

[@TaoCroatia]

My first thought too

[@DnCiak]

That "I make a new one" makes me smile everytime

[@vungngoc2008]

- DnCiak I love this part too

[@miguelare3]

Makes me giggle like a schoolgirl lol

[@JORGEORTIZZ]

Me too lol The ability this man has to recreate/duplicate those parts it’s amazing

[@cyberherbalist]

Yep, I wait for it each time, myself!

[@wesleytietjen1625]

Even before watching his videos I’m asking myself, what will he have to make for this project?

[@huache82]

I feel this comment thread has confirmed that we all want a “I Make New One” T-shirts.

[@buythematicket]

Absolutely!

[@Ahmed-Youcef1959]

sure

[@nacidocoqui]

I'd buy one!

[@willodaise2405]

Agreed

[@Anenome5]

Car has a scratch, I MAKE A NEW ONE

[@mapperman999]

It is actually a jeweler's hand vise. The purpose of the hole in the tension bolt is to allow wire to be passed through it. If you notice during the cleaning process, the base, inside curve has a hole that extends all the way through the long bolt that goes into the handle. The hole that had the hanging screw on the other end of the handle was there for that purpose, not to hang the tool.

[@MrWeAllAreOne]

I was thinking the hole must have a purpose. I hope he reads your comment and drills the hole.

[@Foxlawl]

The real LPT is in the comments. I knew the hole had to have some purpose, and that /someone/ would point it out.

[@DMMDwrestler]

THIS

[@user-ot1rf7nw6f]

respect! he is a real professional))) - he just ignored your comment)

[@mapperman999]

@SP Various gauges of precious metal wire are used during the making of jewelry.

[@KorysRides]

I love the fact that he took the time to polish a single original washer, instead of replacing it for the cost of probably one cent.

[@jw7692]

Making that wing nut is one of the most impressive things I've ever seen

[@truemexican3358]

James W right when I saw he was going to make a new one I was like I need to see this haha my hat off to this dude he is Talented

[@PeachIceCreamy]

I agree. Very creative.

[@ionracer24]

Unbelievable right??

[@NavidIsANoob]

Insane.

[@thecool307]

@Yale Baker I don't think he custom made it, these cutting tips are made of carbide you can't make them easily they're meant to cut you need diamond tipped cutters and they are very very expensive.

[@mMeFlora]

i know "i make a new one" is everyone's favourite thing, but i for one really respect that he always tries to use as much of the original as possible and only makes new parts if he really has to and there is no other way

[@Silver_Turtle]

For MM, this is a hobby. I've found that for them, something like this is a labor of love. I also highly respect his desire to re-use as much of the original as possible; but I was eagerly anticipating those five magic words: "I make a new one."

[@fantasick8880]

Well yeah, that’s kind of the point of restoration.

[@MyroCraft]

@@Silver_Turtle very well written. I agree

[@GugsGunny]

agreed, he could've bought a new screw eye but he restored the original

[@cheeseburgerrunner5217]

mMeFlora agreed

[@julieirons3193]

I just want you to know the amount of off-camera work you do is so appreciated because I know this takes a lot and takes up most of your time but it’s really helped me relax. Especially going under chemo treatments this legit takes my mind off of what I’m going through thank you for taking the time and effort into doing what you do. I love it! keep it up!!

[@sultanhusnoo8552]

i hope you recover❤️

[@judiklettenmeijer854]

Bon courage!

[@swotteh]

I hope it goes the best for you.

[@michaelszabo3071]

Healthy and happiness too you. Best wishes!

[@deltajohnny]

I hope that 2 years later you are ok! 😉😉😉

[@grimoire9419]

I’m incredibly impressed by the wingnut manufacturing you did, that was amazing

[@broyout3586]

I love how the process of 'making a new one' for the viewer involves: 1. bewilderment, how the heck is he going to do that?? 2. amazement at the steps, which all by them self seem so logical and straightforward once underway. 3. marvel at the endresult. 4. the realisation you just saw magic before your eyes, all shown in simple easy to follow steps. simply amazing.

[@toricz3389]

this is why engineers have a constrained budget, give them unlimited resources and they go and make wing nuts

[@thokari5848]

I was wondering is this the suggested way to make those things? It seemed pretty wasteful, in terms of work and material.

[@heartland96a]

The old style wing nuts are not what can be found at a general hardware store now a days . Current ones are smaller ,they work but don't have the mass .

[@balthazarnaylor5874]

Thokari the mass produced wind nuts are drop forged, drilled and tapped. Not machined. no mass produced parts like these are machined as my mechanic would do it. It takes way too long and wastes a ton of materials.

[@thokari5848]

@@balthazarnaylor5874 Thanks! Indeed the wastefulness of the process shown in this video had me wondering about this.

[@tjallingkikkert5096]

Material is not wasted​@@balthazarnaylor5874​, soap like this, surely if it is sorted, is like money, it goes by the kilo and it will be sold. If I buy a tube of stainless steel the store will weigh it for the price. Way bigger costs, I'm just making an estimated guess now, is the price of the machines and men hours...

[@cpaigemcd]

I swear I get a hit of serotonin every time I see, “I make a new one”

[@sanjaykandukuri4904]

It sparks joy when he says "I make a new one" 🥰🤩

[@ElTurbinado]

You know what they say: When you've got a lathe, every problem looks like a cylinder, lol.

[@valentinkassimov7555]

What do they say when they have a milling machine?

[@MyroCraft]

can do without machine tools

[@BM-si2ei]

@@valentinkassimov7555 Nothing, there are no problems at that point.

[@danielknight84]

By far the best restoration channel. Just wish he uploaded more often. 🤔

[@brucewayne4585]

It takes so much time to do everything perfectly.

[@danielknight84]

Bruce Wayne Yeah that's a fair point. Imagine if he restored a car we'd be waiting years.

[@jasonmorris7764]

@@danielknight84 I make a new one

[@austint19]

In the great words of Toy Story 2.... YOU CANT RUSH ART

[@Anonymous-vh6kp]

I'd rather wait longer for the high quality work.

[@danieloconnell695]

I’ve always known your process is so much more work than traditional manufacturing, but it hit harder watching you make one wing nut.

[@jamesralvarez]

Man, if I had all the tools this guy had I’d still be terrible!

[@michaelscott-joynt3215]

"this is as close as I can get on the milling machine" *finishes polishing a superior copy*

[@NicK-wq1fv]

He meant that's as close as he could get on the lathe, then he continued with handheld files to improve it.

[@hmmminteresting2451]

I love his work, never cuts corners, very meticulous. Love watching.

[@mymechanics]

Thank you very much :-)

[@brucewayne4585]

He does cut corners! Didn't you see the part with the end mill?

[@seniortaco6813]

@@mymechanics please never cut corners, its never worth it.

[@Oldy87]

@@brucewayne4585 Was gonna say. He cuts so many corners.

[@yeagerxp]

@@Oldy87 How else is he expected to make things round. LOL

[@WorshipShed]

You have no idea how satisfying it is to hear you say "I make a new one"

[@brysonsteelers]

That wing nut truly left me speechless. Great job

[@mymechanics]

Thanks a bunch!

[@cyn_na_mini]

I'm new here and I love "I make a new one" but would love to know if anyone else gets absolutely GIDDY when he polishes something? Every time, I think to myself "no way am I gonna be surprised with how extremely shiny it's gonna get this time" and each time, the shininess explodes my brain. I'm a simple crow. I see shiny, I lose my mind.

[@rinfeast3445]

I think that would make you a magpie

[@randomalienfrommars0567]

totally can relate. i feel like a very human shaped niffler sometimes

[@adamgarcia4825]

I see him touch anything metal and i just scream OKAY BUT POLISH IT

[@thecool307]

I used to watch restoration videos and every time I see blueing or blacking with oil or painting I cringe and I'm like "but whyyy you ruined it Polish it!!!" 😬

[@kidv2]

Yes totally! So satisfying to watch the amazing skills

[@Uncle-Bull]

These are like a bed time story. Once upon a time there was this great thing, but over the years it was neglected and eventually set-aside. Then, our hero finds it, fixes it, and all is right with the Kingdom again.

[@samuelkofsky]

I was raised in the wholesale watchmakers and jewelers supply business and the technical term we used for this tool was a "pin vice". They come in mighty handy for polishing pins. Some of these tools have a matching grove in the jaws that line up with the hole in the cross pin.

[@mymechanics]

Thanks for the info!

[@sharpe427]

The best part if the videos is watching him manufacture nuts, bolts, washers and screws. Even when you watch it, you can't believe it!

[@duncanmcharg]

G'day MM, I enjoy your restorations and the level of finish you bring things to :) I thought you would like to know that the hole in the bolt does have a function. It lines up with the hole in the bottom of the clamp, where it screws into the handle, and normally the hole would go all the way down through the length of handle so that you can feed long pieces of wire into it, just having the end you want to work on sticking out past the jaws. This was for filing tapered pins to hold old style clocks and watches together, and it meant that you didn't have to cut the wire into short lengths, file them, and then cut it to the right size and waste wire, you could just feed a long piece of wire up through the handle, file the pin, cut it off, feed the wire through a bit more, make the next pin etc. The hole in the vice bolt is also handy with shaping shorter things, like a long screw, as having the end of the piece in the hole in the vice bolt means that as you file or grind the item it can't wiggle side to side, and means the jaws don't have to be tightened up so much. Hope you found this interesting, and keep up the good work. Cheers Duncan

[@jagitmax]

i was going to tell him the same thing about what the hole in the bolt was used for, but i didn't want him to start crying . . . . just say'n.

[@jessetheunending9357]

I figured it had a purpose for the repair process but I didn't know what that might be. Thanks for educating me!

[@chinesemassproduction]

This should be the pinned comment

[@freesanima]

Exactly... Even someone like me knows that every feature present in a tool has an use... Specially in old tool. Even more so in watchmaker's tool

[@paulwomack5866]

I came to say this, but you've said it perfectly. I suspect the eyebolt at the bottom of the handle may NOT be original, and that the handle may have been through-bored for long pieces. I have a similar vice, but solid metal (all one piece). The handle is bored right through

[@szpynda]

Imagine how My Mechanic restores a vintage car. The Best Series for HBO or Netflix.

[@chandlermorris712]

It'd by a 10 year long series.

[@smccartney3015]

This car doesn't run. I make a new one

[@latenightwolf]

S McCartney lol

[@eagle1de227]

i already saw someone like mymechanics do it once. He then called it " Delorean " ...

[@anderzzzzz]

"The flux capacitor is broken"

[@lukeelston9007]

It saddens me that I will never be this talented.

[@AntonioPerez-hv1lp]

DEFINITELY! Without words! You are the best in KZbin talking about restorations! CONGRATS BROTHER from Mexico City!:).😎

[@TheDovahkiin05]

Everyone talking about how exciting "I make a new one" is and I'm over here getting pumped every time he countersinks a hole

[@adambingham1986]

Countersink is the best invention ever...

[@bastiatboi4510]

@@adambingham1986 eh I can think of a few better than a countersink lmao

[@adambingham1986]

@@bastiatboi4510 to true

[@caedes5728]

bmfg, wait until you see a back countersink tool! 😜

[@philliphagerman7985]

@@caedes5728 is that the name of that crazy poke through tool he uses in the coffee grinder video?!?

[@sb859]

My Mechanics: "Thank you for watching." Me: No, "THANK YOU for restoring!"

[@philippepastor3703]

Very good to give new life to old tools which are often better than the new ones!

[@aridemedina8770]

Incredible! Rust to piece of art! First time I see a handmade wing nut! Made of iron! It will last forever! 👏👏👏🏆🏆🏆 fro Brazil 🇧🇷

[@karvald]

Watching you remake that wing nut was amazing.

[@yigitatalaytez3124]

This guy is the embodiment of the word “precision”

[@antiphlex]

Well, he is Swiss, I believe. It's in their blood.

[@Sak-zo1ui]

Sometimes I don’t believe he does as best as he could to restoring things. For instance the hole in the bolt. There was a reason it is there. We may not know why but there is a reason.

[@Sak-zo1ui]

Also, I hate how he polishes everything. Machined metal is how this stuff came. Leave it that way. Just my opinion.

[@antiphlex]

@@Sak-zo1ui I like it. Whether it came that way or not is irrelevant. The point is that he shows care in his restoration efforts. Anyone can just leave it. He doesn't. Like it or not, his attention to that sort of detail has garnered him a sizable following, and that's a good thing.

[@Sak-zo1ui]

Yakov Gaudofshmansky i understand. My point is he was not very precise/accurate in his restorations. Yes he is more precise than accurate but still you get my point.

[@208redviking5]

Fabrication of that wing nut- 😮 🔥 !! Most impressive as per usual. 🤘🏻

[@UnknownAbyss744]

More people should watch this cause it's actually pretty cool to watch a person take something that looks unrepairable and makes it into something good again like dang it's kinda inspirational to

[@grannyflatgarage7599]

The hole in the bolt does have a function! You nearly found it at the end of the video, when you put a long thin part in the vice (like the bolt you ground) it stops it twisting in the jaws! Great video!

[@green4green]

This needs to be higher. Makes complete sense now.

[@grannyflatgarage7599]

@@green4green Glad it helped, do replies make it higher?

[@green4green]

@@grannyflatgarage7599 not sure ... Hopefully?

[@Rickbearcat]

Funny how your comment hasn't gotten a "heart", yeah? Of course, the hole had a purpose. Otherwise, why would it be there in the original? He did zero research for this tool. Fact is, he now knows this and is embarrassed to give you a hearted comment.

[@deluna8123]

@@Rickbearcat LOL you're upset that he didn't get a heart on his comment? Are you serious?

[@davidcunningham8319]

I love this channel. No unnecessary music, no excessive explanations, just to the point and in exceptional detail. Every video, I wonder how he is going to fix certain parts and everytime he blows me away.

[@bernmccoy3604]

Your Milling Skills alone are sublime.

[@netanyacoston190]

That is the prettiest wing nut I’ve ever seen. Beautiful job recreating it.

[@mymechanics]

Glad you like it :-)

[@catspaw3815]

That's the most beautiful wing-nut I've ever seen in my life

[@raygranita8756]

Small, simple yet precious one. ✨✨ ✨ Congrats on your 1Million subscribers, glad to be part of it! 😊

[@art-taiji7138]

Agreed mate :D

[@mymechanics]

Thank you very much :-)

[@macedindu829]

Oh wow, he crossed the threshold when I wasn't looking. Veri Nais!

[@syamcochin]

@@mymechanics We need an epic restoration for the 1 million sub celebration. .where you completely "make a new one".

[@Sonicgott]

Engineers, mechanics, scientists, carpenters, jewel crafters, technicians, blacksmiths, and historians, this channel is highly recommended for you.

[@user-hs8vw1gq5u]

Изготовление нового вертушка - это чистой воды медитация!!! Нет слов просто, как и нет предела терпению у этого человека)) 👍

[@blendakatllenpaixao2056]

Полностью согласен, не говоря уже о том, что реставрация была идеальной.

[@sergeypoyarkov9960]

@@blendakatllenpaixao2056 не идеальной. В новом болте он не просверлил отверстие, которое используется для наматывания проволоки из драг металлов (это ювелирные тиски). Это я к тому, что да, человек делает постоянно невероятные вещи, но порой, по незнанию, может допустить очень грубую ошибку.

[@AntoineClerc1]

"Honey, my car won't start !" "I make a new one"

[@kromair22]

Lol

[@blockpartyvintage1568]

Its going to be a meme now lol

[@ashleydonald37]

😂

[@uraniummore770]

Honey, where are you going? I'm talking with you! I'm not done yet! I make a new wife

[@customrestoration5317]

😄👍

[@spagzs]

That’s the most beautiful wing-Nut ever made.

[@Jerepasaurus]

It wasn't until this that I remembered my paternal grandfather was a watch repairman, and somewhere we have an amazing little cigar box of tons of fascinating assorted wrist and pocket watch pieces! Some even still tick a little if you shake them... lol

[@angelserenade]

Watching him make the wingnut on the milling machine was breath-taking!

[@beakytwitch7905]

No he couldn't. The seller would claim that the returned device wasn't what he had sold, it had been altered and had different parts... :-p

[@volpedo2000]

“This is the close I can get on the milling machine”. Sends a probe to Mars...

[@volpedo2000]

Corrected the quote.

[@kwkaior]

The dimensions of his new wing nut were off by 0.0003 mm. Totally ruined the restoration.

[@sfsaviation]

Kevin K he has to delete his channel now, he has brought shame to his family

[@jaeboogie9]

The way you "make a new one" of those wing nuts was a sight to watch!

[@ChiefBroady]

I just wanna say, these videos teach without talking and are so damn calming.

[@bbjorn5818]

Totally totally agree - I really appreciate the lack of voice over - as is the case on so many You Tube channels - where the channel moderator thinks he has to explain a process over, and over, and over . . . blah, blah, blah. My Mechanics - way cool!

[@mohammedsalhi591]

Terminator: "I ll be back" my mechanics: "I make a new one"

[@rogeriolima7343]

Hahahahaha...

[@eazzzye2003]

My Mechanic: "I can't use the wing nut. So I'll make another." - proceeds to make a wing nut out of stock steel - Show off.

[@DanKoenigJr]

Let the man flex bruh haha

[@lainenz]

Not just any wing nut either, it’s like he went back in time and brought an identical one back with him. It’s bonkers.

[@Bender13]

I would have thought..wing nut....pick one up at Home Depot. This man makes an identical nut out of cold steel. He is truly an artist on the metal lathe.

[@Askom_Kombi-Klima]

When I watch these videos at night, I fall asleep instantly🙂

[@antoniolombardo1620]

È di una esagerata bellezza guardare la passione che mette nel trattare gli oggetti,ridona la vita ad oggetti fantastici...

[@Prander5x5]

"He can't possibly fashion his own wing....well, hello, mickey mouse!"

[@user-kq7pb1jm3s]

И по правде микки маус

[@abashidze51]

Всё видео об этом думал)

[@ritalowrie1296]

Prander5x5 my thoughts exactly when I saw the wing nut at first 😂

[@NavidIsANoob]

Exactly! I thought he would be insane to make his own goddamn wing nut but alas, I have to eat my words

[@LikapaMuzik]

😳

[@ClinkClank]

“This is as close as I can get” ...

[@zoltanurmosi1143]

I'm speechless, I have no speech. (George Costanza)

[@markhodgson2348]

@@zoltanurmosi1143 haha all in the edit

[@fetusman2248]

It's far from exact, if you ask me...

[@fetusman2248]

But, after sanding... looks good.

[@Leonideez]

This is out of context. He finishes the statement "...with the milling machine"

[@gharibsidelhadj8880]

your work is absolutely fabulous! I look at all the craftsmen who do like you (well they try) But even when you change your name, I recognize your work! You are the best, thank you, it's a pleasure. I would love to see some news. Thank you

[@toninocars]

Your restorations are next level, like to watch how you turn old rusty tools into a modern art 👌👍

[@mymechanics]

Glad you like them!

[@kelsanggyudzhin2340]

Me, curled up in corner, hugging knees and rocking back and forth: *He... He made a wingnut out of a doorknob... Of course... It's all so obvious now...*

[@yeagerxp]

LOL. I thought he was going to make a knurled knob, but no he being MM had to make a wingnut.

[@brendantaylor6879]

Hahaha this is so accurate

[@Anonymous-vh6kp]

If you think that's impressive, you should watch the video where he made a combination lock from a bolt.

[@yeagerxp]

@@Anonymous-vh6kp Yes I have seen it as I am a subscriber to this channel, the running thing here is the "I will make a new one" when a part is beyond recovery or is missing. He made a standard tread bolt, and he could have bought a new wingnut. No he made a new one

[@FrietjeOorlog]

A solid billet wingnut no less.

[@raijinmadapaka]

If My Mechanics will start selling t-shirts with "I make a new one" print on it, I'll be first in line!

[@Cheezzy0]

But it better work this time

[@tamasstolmar9741]

But are not allowed to wash it, you have to make a new one every time, friend :)

[@MrMsCrokodile]

Сначала было страшное ржавое чудовище, а в результате реставрации получилась красивая стильная конфетка. Браво!

[@willaiml]

The hole you excluded from the original allows longer parts to pass through the main bolt. You do absolutely beautiful work I am jealous of your talent! It’s a wonderful thing to bring an old tool back to life!

[@HandToolRescue]

Well done on that wing nut! Congrats on 1mil as well!

[@mymechanics]

It is just a nut, but this was for sure one of the most complicated parts i've made for this channel. Thank you very much :-)

[@Kingrhem.]

You could gave easily bought one but where is the fun in that

[@szpynda]

In Polish, this screw is called Butterfly.

[@Mariano.Bernacki]

@@szpynda Same in Spanish "tuerca mariposa" = wing nut

[@butchjohnson3159]

I am waiting for him to get a smelt and start processing raw ore, then casting the steel bars. Love the channel!!!

[@kasak87]

Can’t even imagine, how long it take, to handcraft eared nut with files. This is masterpiece!

[@thomasvivian8532]

Every time I watch the rusted, dilapidated and damaged tools get new lease of life with the toil of your hands, I say Thanks to God! I appreciate your meticulous and committed work! God bless you!

[@stephanieparker1250]

Ok that bolt removal method was genius! 🙌🙌

[@diegolamaart]

Me: "My son just scratched his knees" My mechanics: "I make a new one"

[@_Killkor]

Son: *confused happy screaming*

[@juniorthomazini]

Or polish until it shines

[@Craftlngo]

I'm just wondering to what "I make a new one" refers to...🤔

[@Malidictus]

That really is one of the selling points for me personally. Attention to detail and doing all of the work necessary really does make a difference.

[@pumpkin6429]

He'll make you a new son with your wife. 😉

[@caribmedical57]

It only has 7 parts, I thought the restoration is going to be a fly to the pictcher, so wrong. The wing nut deserves its own video. I was mesmerized by the process. That little tool to polish on the inside is the bomb. I would have never thought aboout it. Man, you never cease to amaze me. I learned new things today! 😊😊 Congratulations on the million subs!

[@carlosaoun2486]

It is unbelievable... this guy is much more than mechanics. He turns tools into master pieces.

[@okramw1]

The wing nut replacement was perfect 👌

[@briansmith3011]

7 pieces, 3 “I make new one”. I’m waiting for the day you just make a replica. 😆 I’m surprised you didn’t touch up the texture in the vice jaws. 👍👍👍

[@eagle1de227]

I'm sure he was thinking about it...

[@andrewmprince]

I thought the same thing. Woulda been easy too.

[@shanep5121]

I wondered about that as well.

[@dislike__button]

Is this a tool to restore the sandblaster button?

[@DaleDix]

That is part of folklore, it can't be replaced.

[@_Killkor]

Sandblaster button is the true final boss. So far, it has only been mocking us with its presence. We're not strong enough to take on this challenge yet, but we're making great strides by fighting all of his unrefined evil minions.

[@ardevin]

@@_Killkor A truly great metaphore.

[@RubenKelevra]

Sadly not. But he could make a new one.

[@drvonschwartz]

Nothing wrong with that button. Perfectly functional.

[@travm6501]

What i appreciate is the fact this man has clean hands while filming. Don't mind the sight of working hands but people should try to clean their nails before filming. Great vid as always

[@PVBJR]

You made a friggin' wing nut. Bro, what can't you do. Love your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@calliph]

You know, I've watched quite a few of your videos and I believe this is my first time commenting. Firstly, i just wanted to say thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with us. Secondly (and most importantly to me) i really enjoy the idea of turning things people have thought useless and dead into lively useful objects again. With a little love, persistence and ingenuity you show us that just because something is broken, doesn't mean it's garbage. I'd like to think this applies to people as well. That's my take away anyways. Thanks again.

[@ZeidGho]

THREE "I make a new one" in one video And one of them was the wing nut! DAMN

[@Rev-D1963]

This video showed up several times on my start page, but I hesitated to watch it, figuring it would be boring. Instead, I witnessed one of the finest bits of precision milling and restoration work I've ever seen! Bravo young man, and thank you for your incredible work! Rev. D.

[@randyparr2947]

You have the best restoration videos. Never a “dull” segment. Can’t believe you made a wing nut? Cmon

[@Dixi_Grl]

I thought, No way he’s making a wing nut, right? But then there it was, and I’m not worthy. Amazing videos, once I start watching, I can’t stop watching, addictive. Thank you for sharing your expertise, just amazing.

[@counselingpsychology]

That wing nut was just incredible. I’ll probably go the rest of my life and never see that again. Wow.

[@bbjorn5818]

Well . . . I guess it's likely since you're probably about ninety-seven!

[@gilsonfelix3415]

This is the ONE to make a NEW ONE, I'll need another three lives to do as awesome as you....

[@mymechanics]

that must be on of the best parts I ever made, thank you

[@gilsonfelix3415]

@@mymechanics You're welcome for more three or four lives 😀

[@glenns6923]

Your talents amaze me! Thank you for sharing all what you do!

[@adammoore251]

I love how you take what most would see as scrap and return it to life.

[@shedmanx3640]

Staggering, I’ve never seen a wing nut made before.

[@E..M..]

That's how this dude makes wingnuts, the rest of the world usually stamp or cast them, or they would cost 500 quid for one!

[@easygoing8573]

everytime this guy "makes a new one" I get excited cuz its better than the original

[@SamuelKristopher]

Love this channel, but once I started watching on 2x speed, love it even more

[@gigaherz_]

Someday I want to see a joke restoration where someone goes "I make a new one" on every single part, ending with effectively a replica, rather than a restored piece. :P

[@originalscreenname44]

And instead of the replay for the side-by-side comparisons he just shows them next to each other.

[@teebu]

Today's restore was simple enough, I was hoping this was it. But he did manage to "make new ones" for more than half the pieces.

[@armourandre7]

I always get a kick when I read that part of the video. I think to myself at what perfect of the restoration make it a restoration or a replica lol. But I still enjoy watching him out so much time and effort into it. Lol I would have just bought a screw from a hardware store

[@cyberherbalist]

@@armourandre7 - yes, me too, but he's apparently got too much craftmanship for such shortcuts!

[@BoredInNW6]

April 1 next year, perhaps?

[@kleerude]

We’re definitely getting into some “ship of Theseus” territory with this one. Not that I’m complaining. I love it when he makes a new one :)

[@Rgmenkera]

lol

[@nicolasgoubin]

My brain overloads when i watch any of your repairs... ... I'll make a new one

[@brianpatten]

The wingnut had me on the edge of my seat. I knew you could pull it off, I just wanted to see how! Thanks for another great video.

[@mymechanics]

Many thanks for watching :-)

[@burak25827]

You are the only channel I have notifications on. Keep up the amazing work!

[@mymechanics]

Thank you very much :-)

[@Kellanium]

"unfortunately it's not a standard thread size" you KNOW that's not unfortunate

[@Super4017]

MM " unfortunately it's not standard thread size " You, me and most people watching this channel going YES YES YES he make a new one.

[@ddd228]

@@Super4017 There is EU metric,Chinese metric and Americano. Is there a Witworth thread?British standard?

[@jonny555ive]

What a beautiful little Vice, nice choice to restore it. And a beautiful restoration you did.....of course. I wouldn't expect anything but perfection from you. Thank you for a wonderful upload, I absolutely love your work.

[@nopnop6259]

Welcome to a new episode of: I make a new one. Congratulations on 1M subscribers!!!

[@veinjelly4630]

I never like ads, I always skip ‘em as soon as possible. But at the end of every vid I make sure to rewatch it and let it run in the background so the ads can play. Love and support you lad, don’t stop doing what you’re doing ❤️ Editing the comment removes the heart, R.I.P 😔

[@mikesirois3362]

Thank you for your channel. I think my humble restorations have improved by watching your fine skills!

[@hb3149]

These “final test” parts always introduce me to those weird tools that I don’t have any idea how would they work… so thank you for that 🤧

[@denniswhite166]

It must be nice having all the right tools i.e. Lathe, Milling Machine. My Dad always said having the "right" tools is half the battle. You did a great job on this little vise. Well done!

[@jethromaloku3136]

any man has a dick but not every woman is climaxing... 🤔