Colt Lightning Restoration - Part 4 (Original Finishes)

It's been tricky to upload this video without triggering the fire gun policies. So the video is around 1/2 of its original length, without any product description, unfortunately.
Anyway, here's part 4 of this beautiful piece of history. Let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

[@richardpalmer6196]

And this ladies and gentlemen is what a premium restoration like this is worth every penny . This episode was only 13 minutes 33 seconds , but probably at least a week or more in the making . More to come , Sam colt would have been proud of you .

[@paulstan9828]

Even just the repair of the forward pump grip was totally amazing all by itself. Great job!

[@bobjoncas2814]

..DANG,, the factory would have been proud of a piece of art like that...great resto. glad to be watched the transformation..keep 'em comin'...

[@AmstradExin]

André, the shining beacon among all the fake-restorers out there ~

[@MrBucidart]

She is coming along nicely, but your horse restore video is one of the best youtube videos of all time.

[@stephenbachman132]

Your restoring skill is second to no one Truly man your are a class above the rest.

[@paulsullivan6392]

I am very, very impressed with your skills, knowledge and perseverance. Anxious to learn how you handle the repair/replacement of the bolt and the hammer. You are doing an marvelous job. And the edited video does not even begin to relate the length and detail of your efforts. I appreciate the addition of notes on time spent on a particular aspect of restoration that is hard, tedious and long.

[@jarpasmannen]

How'd it go with the inside of the barrel? Looked pretty gnarly at first sight.

[@dan725]

HOLY CRAP!! You’re a true artist, and a master craftsman. I’m so glad you shared this with us. The entire process was well worth watching. Your channel is criminally underrated; you have content deserving of a million subscribers sheesh.

[@allcartuner]

That color on the barrel is absolutely beautiful! Looks kind of like graphite.

[@HanstheTraffer]

Andre, I have never seen anyone "Pick Up" techniques and skills like you. Thanks for sharing. And GREAT JOB

[@RT-hi1ms]

You have quite an operation, and your work certainly reflects that fact. What you've done thus far is nothing short of magnificent.

[@chazzcombs]

Some things need to be preserved and some need to be restored. This one definitely needed the latter and you are knocking it out of the park!

[@SCHNEKM483BK]

It's a joy to see a true craftsman at work!

[@chrisgutierrez5952]

Wow what an awesome job you are doing. Makes me want to dig up some old treasures and bring them back to life. You sir are a true craftsman I truely enjoy your videos.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

No konečně nové video. Nepřišlo mi upozornění . Paráda kamaráde jseš prostě mistr svého oboru, závidím :)

[@paulstan9828]

I liked the professionally placed camera angle. Ha!!!

[@TheDecoyDude]

Just incredible! So meticulously done! I’ve dabbled in repairing and restoring guns etc and can appreciate how great you are at this! Some “restorations” make me want to cringe, these inspire me

[@russboyd8842]

I love watching a skilled craftsman at work. It is fascinating, and I evvy the time you have taken to learn these different skills and techniques. I will sit here and hold my breath until Number 5 comes out. Thanks a great deal.

[@daveclemons1225]

WOW!! Great series you made on this old Colt! I have watched it twice come back to life! Great Job!!

[@iteerrex8166]

Far away form the end, but great progress. The hard part is done, now just finishing touches. Superb work!!!

[@maxvauderk816]

Great work, it's very aparant your heart is in your craft.

[@jexes23]

The skill is impressive, but I think the patience and determination and the amount of work put in is even more impressive.

[@curm1778]

I think my favourite video of yours is when you restored the horse. This series will be my 2nd favourite of yours. Well done. Hope the little horse is doing ok. Stay safe.

[@geraldhoskowicz5157]

Dude you blew me away! I only found you during this virus and WOW I'm impressed! Out of all of your Videos this is my favorite! Well all 4 parts of it. Hope to see the finish product. Thank you. Take care and May God Bless you and yours.

[@1htalp9]

That looks amazing. You are a gifted craftsman.

[@gabehartman6832]

Watched to the end AMAZING WORK thank you for bringing us along!

[@mikemull1478]

Yes you are doing a very fine job. Really glad to find a video like this as I am working on a Taurus knock off and the takedown is the same. You are doing a beautiful job and can't wait to see the end result.

[@bluescatreimer]

Absolutely off the scale! You are very gifted.

[@magnuschristensen1837]

Holy sh*t this looks amazing, love youre work.👌👌 These few month i have missed the work from you but now that you are back it is Better than ever, keep it up🔥🔥🔥

[@markheischman672]

This is coming along beautifully. I cant wait to see the final product!

[@speakupriseup4549]

Fantastic job, I hope you have an apprentice because your talents need to be passed on to the next generation so they aren't lost.

[@mikeokeefe2014]

Feels like forever eh ! Was happy to see your new video and progress ! Always a pleasure to watch your work , the results will not be disappointing I'm sure !

[@ericstoever9577]

Thank you for sharing your skills with us! Take care, and be well in these challenging times.

[@mustangbob51]

dude you rock. you are knocking out of the park. can't wait to see how this ends up. it sucks to have to wait!

[@emperortodd]

This is my favorite channel Andre, you are amazing

[@timsmith1589]

Dude that's awesome, I love it

[@gabehartman6832]

I wish I had a gunsmith near me that could/would work on my Belgian British Bulldog, It needs some attention, if legal I would love to send it to you for your channel.

[@NewbieNateRC1985]

Same, I need help on my M1916 spanish mauser short rifle.

[@RedMcCloud]

Gabe Hartman Not sure what country he lives in but most Bulldogs are antiques so it should be fine to ship if in the USA

[@gabehartman6832]

@@MastersOfCraftOfficial Email sent with pictures.

[@guillaumeroncin5870]

Incredible job, superb work on the handle.

[@MrPanzerblitz]

You do gorgeous work Andre!

[@thumpershd]

Watching in awe! A fantastic restoration.

[@pastfinderfrank]

Still hope there is a Part 5 with the fully assembled finished product.

[@41plymouthnut87]

Looks fantastic 👍 doesn't look like the same gun! BRAVO!

[@graemesim40]

These videos are fantastic such skill and workmanship, truly a master craftsman, thank you for sharing these, looking fwd to the next instalment 👍

[@inthelionsden6335]

I'm enjoying this series.

[@chubbethsthunder]

Andre, Thank you very much for sharing this labor of love. Looks absolutely awesome. In the last video I saw mountains in the background. What state? If you don't want to answer I totally understand. GOD Bless you and your family (furry friends too) and GOD Bless The Republic!!!

[@brianpeterson5553]

That rifle is gorgeous, you do excellent work, cant wait for the next video

[@snig88]

Looks absolutely stunning so far!

[@usnchief1339]

Amazing job! Alkanet root powder, get from Indian food store in the spice section, in BLO makes a nice red oil. You can mix that in with your Birchwood Casey or any other oil finish. For rust bluing, I also use the Mark Lee solution and I now have been using Birchwood Caseys Browning solution. Heat steel to 275 F and apply. Boil as usual in rain water or distilled water. After about 6-8 applications and it turn a nice deep black. Thanks!

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Thanks so much for sharing this. This turned out great. Cheers!

[@johnsmith-rl1th]

The most positive channel on YT! Thank for your hardwork sir!

[@fordfan3179]

First rate restoration. The bluing came out awesome. I can't wait to see what you're going to do with the inside of that barrel. Are you thinking of relining it? How's the pony doing?

[@AmstradExin]

I think he should restore one of those WWII machine guns that the Russians occasionally pull out a swamp... I have seen a video where they found 2 RPD's in a tank where all the wood has rotten off.. The tank itself was restored and driven...

[@redrustbucket]

Awesome. Thanks for sharing your work.

[@jeffe.9904]

Andre, Great Job! Hopefully, you will get Part 5 posted soon.

[@davidhelmuth5707]

You do awesome work. I noticed that you use regular or mill files. Might I suggest the use of a lathe file. The are cut at a sharper angle. Slightly more expensive but worth the price. Look forward to the finished product. Again fine work

[@jeffe.9904]

Andre it looks Fantastic! Can I have it? 🤣 Seriously, you do Great work, thanks for sharing!!

[@swalker6794]

The John Wayne observation: "Ya done good..."

[@barthanes1]

Looks great, cant wait to see it back to new.

[@Thecompanioncrate]

Andre, please upload a full version of the video in addition to this version. If not on youtube, then on vimeo, and include a link. Excellent work.

[@henning6158]

Hello I hope you have a great day so the reason why I am writing you is I saw your videos about restorations. And in my backyard while digging I found an old Revolver that's really really rusty thats maybe a hundred or more years old. So I don't know if it's restorable but it would be nice if I could send you some pictures so you could tell me what to do. Sorry if my English is not the best I come from Germany

[@roba379]

Very cool! Now I need to research the re blueing and the case hardening you did and why. ...if I want to restore my old Remington!

[@k1u9r6t8]

Absolutely gorgeous.

[@joelportelli9474]

I have a very old (might even be 300 years old) double barrel pistol. It has hammers and two triggers and its handle is broken. Its very rusty. Do you think it can be fixed ?

[@bonnie8441]

Bloody good job.Well done.

[@billbeyer657]

Absolutely brilliant job so far

[@francoislebois]

Duuuude, can't wait to see the next episode!😊

[@lloyd4768]

This is beautiful work, I'm so sick of the crap KZbin keeps pulling!!

[@dhovat]

It looks awesome so far.

[@willmalernee6935]

Nice work!

[@redneckthreepercent]

It looks awesome so far. Great job

[@joaojorge4662]

Hello, great job!! Can you tell me the brand of the rust bl solution witch you used? Thank you very much and continue your amazing job!!

[@FairlaneFox]

this is turning out beautiful. i really appreciate the re-use of rust bluing and case hardening. im actually stuck with a .22 rifle right now, its a Winchester model 1909, pump action. the barrel was crooked - not bent, just crooked. managed to get the barrel off (after a "gunsmith" failed to do it!) with no damage and almost no heat. but my issue is the barrel needs to be relined, or replaced. im going to try to reline it, that way i can keep the patina look on it. rather than artificially age a new barrel, or attempt to re-blue the whole gun in a way like you have done (which financially isnt an option, unfortunately) but in the mean time, i cant necessarily do all that. so i was just going to put the barrel back on straight, and put it back together. its still a working and well shooting gun, just a very worn bore. i was wondering if you knew what you do to the barrel's threads when installing it back onto the receiver? i cant find anything in any resources ive been able to find that state to put anything on them, (grease, oil, lube, etc) or if you put them on dry. id like to put this gun back together so i dont loose any parts. i wouldnt imagine you would put anything on them, but im not 100% sure since i cant find any info on this.

[@dutchmcoven7292]

Boy, What a privilege. Would have been lovely if certain A-grade A-holes would let a wonderful artisans channel educate without interference instead of invoking the jackboot mentality our grandfathers fought to eradicate. I hope one day you and others can ply your trade without threat and prejudice. Well done sir.

[@mr.charlesanderson]

Wow, great work as always! Is that a S&W number 3 Russian revolver I see at the end? I'd love to see an episode about that someday.

[@isaiahbraddock]

One day I hope to be able to fix my school binder as well as you fix guns

[@outcast7793]

I have a question, do you go out and buy this stuff or do people commission this cause if so I have something that needs some work and would like to ask a few more questions

[@rickmelhuish1602]

Absolutely loving it!

[@wahawaha541]

super vidět, že v česku se dělají takovéhle věci

[@wahawaha541]

@@MastersOfCraftOfficial tak to je pěkné, že na Slovensku prodávají prsotředky s řeskými etiketami :D :D :D ne, hele, sranda stranou, opravujete moc pěkné věci, moc se mi líbí vaše tvorba (jak videa, nebo co v nich děláte) taky na Slovensku dělají obstrukce, skrz zbraně?

[@guataco]

Que belleza, y que paciencia tiene usted. Lo felicito.

[@rogerbradley7509]

Did you clean the inside of the barrel?

[@brucejackson6430]

Looking awesome!!

[@2011woodlands]

What brand of rust blue solution did you use? I have had good results with brownells dicropam IM.

[@2011woodlands]

it's too bad Jantz no longer sells bluing supplies, they were more affordable than brownells.

[@luciusvorenus9445]

Fantastic! I really enjoy your videos!

[@dzsjoker8931]

Nice! again, superb work :-)

[@Dwyer88]

Where is the final video or is this it?

[@infinity001plus1]

really cool work you did but question: does the gun actually shoot or is it just to hang it up on your wall or something

[@matthewreinard9572]

hey Andre do you by chance take requested restorations ? In addition to you also have an email for contact with fans ?

[@jo34719]

Looks amazing your workmanship is really first rate! Enjoy your videos, I don't understand why this would be demonetized either no reason for it...

[@wayneshirey6999]

Looks great so far.

[@phildeeds8238]

It looks fantastic!

[@nomore9203]

Beautiful job!!!!!

[@fil950]

Золотые руки! Даже у DiResta не так круто получилось)))

[@frankschroth4038]

Did he die ? No progress on the Colt?

[@markh4767]

Nice work 👍

[@Robin6512]

Part 5 coming soon? :)

[@RonGau]

coming out great so far :) cheers

[@LewisSkeeter]

Superb! Well done.

[@baileysykes6343]

Do you live in the u.s. because I cant find anything cool to restore at swapmeets?

[@paulstan9828]

Hope we get to see you shot it when it’s done.

[@mikerogers582]

Love your work!