Old Broken Pocket Knife | Pocket Knife Restoration

In today’s video I am restoring this old broken pocket knife. I found markings on the blade Gust.Haker Solingen. Pocket knife is rusted and hard to open and has a smaller broken blade. My first idea was to replace the blade with spare ones, but after finding markings on the smaller blade as well I decided to keep it and shape it a bit…
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Timestamps:
00:00 Showing the old broken pocket knife before restoration
00:29 Disassembling the pocket knife
02:23 Cleaning surface rust with steel brush
02:45 Vinegar bath for 12 hours
03:24 Washing and cleaning parts
04:56 Sanding and waxing the handle covers
05:37 Hammering the brass liners
06:03 Steel brush wheel cleaning
06:45 Keeping the existing broken blade and shaping it
07:23 Sanding with several courses of sandpaper
09:11 Polishing all metal parts
10:18 Assembling the pocket knife
12:46 Old broken pocket knife before and after restoration
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[@FFD_Restorations]

Hey everyone! This time I have changed a bit filming set up. I received some comments that is too dark and difficult to watch so I changed that as well as music. I tried to make a balance… Looking forward to hear more great suggestions and ideas, thank you for all support! Stay positive and enjoy in summer! See you next Monday 😊 Boris, Norway

[@g.vernon2423]

I am curious as to what manual crank grinder you have? I have looked online and fail to see anything close to what you're using.

[@g.vernon2423]

Especially with interchangeable wheels

[@FFD_Restorations]

I have American Grinder MFG.CO. by Milwaukee. Very happy with this one. Beside this one I have several different ones, but this one is my favorite...

[@g.vernon2423]

@@FFD_Restorations is it the same that you restored? Nice job on that by the way.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Yepp 😆👍 Thanks a lot!

[@user-cg1qh7iz3n]

Здорово!Подкупает использование старинного ручного инструмента.Не многим хватило бы терпения так рукодельничать.Так держать,может люди поймут для чего руки даны человеку!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Oгромное спасибо 👍👍👍

[@superingo6162]

Und wieder mal ein gutes altes Solinger gerettet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@FFD_Restorations]

😃👍

[@runningriverbushcraft]

Again, another fantastic 👏 video keep um coming 😊.. Boris 🎉

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you so much Richard, very kind of you!

[@Eliel7230]

Another great restoration ! Thank you for sharing. 😁

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you too!

[@SVDIVYA]

Wah mantap banget nih kk jadi bagus banget

[@FFD_Restorations]

Terima kasih

[@thiggy1249]

Amazing transformation. I thought that knife was a lost cause at first.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you Stanley 😊👍

[@georgemunoz8919]

Amazing craftsmanship. Love the whole process.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you very much! I appreciate that George 😃👍

[@OregonChuck]

Exceptional job! Thank you.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Glad you enjoyed it! You are welcome!

[@nesvarog14]

Me encantó como quedo la restauración de esta navaja de bolsillo Mr. Boris. Se ve muy elegante.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Muchas gracias Mr. Nesdel

[@TheGrantAlexander]

I love the brightness! Feels more welcoming to me. (but I am sure there are just as many people that loved the dark) Great work on that pocket knife!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Sweet, thanks a lot Grant. I am glad to hear that 😉. It seems that others didn't mind much changing to brighter setup, which is great 😊 Cheers buddy

[@gall_crafter_works]

That was amazing!!! And I can’t get over that hand-crank grinder. It’s - for lack of a better word - adorable!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Wow, thanks Luis. I don't blame you, it is adorable 👌

[@kaijudt8358]

Maximal beautiful

[@FFD_Restorations]

Wow, thanks Kai 😆👍

[@samsum3738]

I like the hand cranked machine tool . It looks very professional .

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks a lot 😀👍

[@mikemccollum4521]

You did it again. 👍👍

[@FFD_Restorations]

Many thanks Mike 😄👍

[@richardszirmai8103]

Beautiful work mate! It's great you saved the original small blade, at least you have a box cutter now

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks mate 👍 I thought the same thing about a box cutter 😆👍

[@diannpowell1077]

Very impressive!!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Many many thanks Diann 😊👍

[@jodido7804]

Incredible

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks Pablo, much appreciated 😊👍

[@johnedwards3005]

Love it knife and video great music and lighting

[@FFD_Restorations]

Lovely, thanks John. Great to hear that 👍 Stay safe

[@latessaallison1228]

New setup is nice although I didn't mind the old setup. Awesome job as always. I get excited when I see a new upload from you.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Cool, thanks a lot for that Latessa. You are a true fan 😃 Good to know, stay safe 👋😉

[@latessaallison1228]

FFD Restorations I am a fan of your work. I prefer the sound of the work too but I understand the importance of trying to make all viewers happy. I just want you to know that no matter what you do, your work is amazing and I can't wait to see you hit 1 million subscribers an I can say hey see how far you have come 😉 I am riding out this journey with you. Navigate those waters buddy and I'll be here cheering you on 💪

[@FFD_Restorations]

That is very kind of you, thank you so much! Thank you for encouragement and positive attitude and big thank you for understanding aspect of making viewers happy! I am looking forward to that Latessa 😄👍

[@larannar123]

Awesome job 💯👍👍👍

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nesvarog14]

Knife work, very good improvement in the video, and of course beautiful restoration, Congratulations and thank you

[@FFD_Restorations]

Much appreciated Nesdel, thanks for watching and reaching out 😊👍

[@AllFlavorWorkshop]

Hi Boris. Nice restoration, as always. Also fine new setup. 👌 love it. Looking forward to the next video. 😌

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks buddy a lot! I appreciate watching 😊👍

[@0135011199]

Amazing job 👍👍👍

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks 😁

[@eisbaerbel]

Great restoration and great music, too...😊

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you! Cheers

[@grazie2525]

Once again, a true craftsman performing a labour of love. Your videos inspired me to try to renovate my grandfather’s Army dagger but my results are a bit like comparing a tin of beans to a plate of fillet steak!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Many thanks Graham! I am happy to hear that you putting efforts to restore your dagger. Just be patient and try multiple times. My first few didn't went well as well. It is a learning curve 😄👍 Take care

[@Dark..498]

Great restoration 👍...

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks 👍

[@motomaksimo9698]

Молодец, отличная работа☺️👍👏 И нож хороший☺️

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо за просмотр 🙏👍

[@tristanbarnett6271]

Great job man always love it when you take apart folding knives and clean them back up I personally would have exchanged the blade for a different one but I still love how it turned out if only you could get your hands on an old automatic knife to restore LOL

[@FFD_Restorations]

Sweet, thanks Tristan! Yeah, that would be nice and interesting for sure 👍

[@KRISHNA-vh4nl]

Lovely ❤️❤️❤️❤️🎉

[@FFD_Restorations]

Many many thanks 👍

[@davidcox2264]

Very nice.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@fabriziofabrizi5524]

Bravo bravissimo. Ciao Fabrizio Torino 🇮🇹

[@FFD_Restorations]

Grazie mille Fabrizio 👋😄

[@AtuWacha]

Huuuu nice one, i like how you restored the broken blade, cool

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks a lot, I am glad you liked it 😊👍

[@bobblossom2713]

I have that same rubber sanding block. Fint

[@Adriano_Pereira_]

the best!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you Adriano, highly appreciated 😃👍

[@kizlok73]

Next super restoration, I like it 👌🎯

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you very much Tomasz 😄👍

[@vash337]

I need that hand crank sander/polisher!

[@FFD_Restorations]

😆👍

[@nicolab2075]

Lovely. I like the transformation shot at the end! I could do without the music, seeing as you asked 😊 Beautiful work.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Sweet! Thanks a lot Nicola! Music feedback is much appreciated 👍

[@richardstewart6900]

@@FFD_Restorations The music was fine for me - VASTLY better than some you come across online. In fact, quite an earworm! Like others, I'm curious about the grinder. There's an old hand grinder in my Mum's garage that I need to look at more closely. What are the wheels you're using, please? And what paste/compound?

[@FFD_Restorations]

​@@richardstewart6900 thank you! The stone wheel came with the grinder, I have several of them now and none of them has the same diameter for the attachments. I can measure for you if you need that information. For the paste I am using Autosol. Quite common and gives great results in my opinion :) Thanks for watching!

[@richardstewart6900]

@@FFD_RestorationsThanks. I meant the material/polishing wheels mounted together rather than the stone grinding wheel. I'm guessing that they're normally separate but you just put them on next to each other? And yes, Solvol Autosol - I should have thought of that, but I'm so used to seeing people using some kind of special red polishing compound. I have a couple of old British Army knives that I need to renovate.

[@FFD_Restorations]

No worries! Yeah, I use two pads for polishing in the same time ☺️👍 Cool, good luck 😉

[@user-dx6pt9oo6h]

Hi master Boris 👋👋👋 this is a great restoration 👍👍👍🔥💣✌🏻🇷🇺 Soon two things will appear on your desktop, one you have already seen, the second will be a surprise.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Hello LEGEND 👋👋👋 Can't wait! Thank you so much in advance 👍👍👍 Take care

[@gibmelson7628]

top job, perfect and prima !😊

[@FFD_Restorations]

[@Mutombo71]

Already before watching the video I know that I'm gonna like it 😁

[@FFD_Restorations]

Sweet, thanks a lot!

[@anthonyfeatherstone7696]

Really nice

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks Anthony 😊👍

[@Everythings_Adjustable]

Very nice work 👍

[@FFD_Restorations]

Many thanks 😀👍

[@KB17951]

Nagyon jól sikerült ! 🇭🇺

[@FFD_Restorations]

😀👍

[@therealarchstanton3343]

Nice shooting and lighting - i like the mix with some fast motion. Don't mind the music as long as it's not during the 'real time' shots. And great work on the knife!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Cool to hear that since that was my point in this video. To try to find the balance. Thank you for watching and for feedback 👍

[@GT_Racer347]

Niiiice 👌 😍 💯

[@FFD_Restorations]

😃👍

[@mercuryrising9174]

Amazing outcome brother.. also that sunset overview unbelievable.. I don't really judge content creators on their personal production style I am fully aware of all that goes into filming and editing videos if you enjoy your production values and ideals that's wonderful.. I only watch what I enjoy and I love all your restorations/modifications.. thank you for consistently magnificent uploads..

[@FFD_Restorations]

Wow, thank you so much brother... I am trying to give a bit more value as small story about the process and find a balance for vast majority of viewers. I am learning in each video many new things while filming, editing and hearing feedbacks from you guys. So it is like a journey really... Very happy to have great support and comment s like this one. It means a lot! Thank you again brother! Take care

[@mercuryrising9174]

@@FFD_Restorations your welcome .

[@KoteTaison]

Как всегда Круто!!! 👍👍👍👍👏👏👏😉😉😉

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо 👋😆👍

[@metalandwoodworkshop2484]

Well done!👌👌👌Your filming skills are great!👍👍👍 Knive transformations is perfect as well!I like it!😍😍😍 Keep doing it!😉

[@FFD_Restorations]

Many many thanks Lazy Hands! All your kind words are highly appreciated and thank you for watching 😄👍

[@Sharpbevel]

I like the music btw

[@FFD_Restorations]

Awesome 😀👍

[@Sharpbevel]

One of your best jobs! Do the blades snap open well? Much blade play?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you very much. They er tight and really locked in place, no blade play. Smaller blade snaps great, bigger is a slightly less but still snaps nicely. I haven't removed any material where is the joint of spring and blade, it seems it was weak from beginning...

[@ignaciohenao4110]

Nice work, beautiful result. If you ask, the music feels a bit strange in your site. Only work sounds would be soothing. I liked the video setting. Keep safe Boris

[@FFD_Restorations]

Cool, thank you so much for feedback Ignacio. It means a lot! I think that has a lot of sense 👍 Thank you, you too!

[@mylennyuym]

Beautiful job, what can the short blade used for and how do you open it? keep up good work !!!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you! Small blade is great for box opening . Taking it out is a bit tricky, I will at some point make a score on the blade for easier opening 👍

[@mylennyuym]

@@FFD_Restorations thanx

[@radamspse]

you are an inspiration, I am doing more and more restorations of my old tools because of you! BTW the yellow tools, what make are they and where did you get them?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you so much Robert, my heart is full when I hear this. I am glad that my videos inspire you. Those yellow tools are just generic, no brand on them. They are quite cheap. You can find them for sure in bigger hardware stores in sections for soldering or Amazon, Ebay.... Try to search ¨Steel Solder Assist Repair Tools Set¨ and it will pop up similar to mine! Take care!

[@ilyas5607]

Жаль,что сильно уточен клинок,а для нового нет материала.Очень приятненький складень!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо за просмотр!

[@PeterSilverstein]

Beautiful work! May I ask what chemicals you're using to loosen the corrosion and for neutralization?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Hey Peter, thank you very much! First one was home white vinegar 7% and second one was just a tap water ... Cheers

[@PeterSilverstein]

@@FFD_Restorations Ah, acetic acid and dihydrogen monoxide! I should have known. Thanks!

[@FFD_Restorations]

😄👍

[@Multantechinfo]

nice vdio

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks

[@mirogeorgiev7642]

looks pretty good if you don't mind telling what type of camera you are using ?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks Miro! I am using Sony FDR-AX33 4K...

[@liviostocco1745]

Great job, as always. Can I find out the weight of the ball hammer you use? Thanks

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks Livio! Of course 😊 I was using 16 oz (500 g).

[@liviostocco1745]

@@FFD_Restorations Thank you very much

[@gririskamel59]

very very nice thanks men and 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 like like like more more

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you so much Griris 😆👍

[@user-go3zc7lw7d]

Я скажу так- руки у тебя брат ..золотые..

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо 😃👍

[@ukaszsobaszek6751]

Great and beautiful! What was the total time of this restoration?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks Łukasz! Around 25 hours without editing...

[@alexanderplatinhair8867]

Borys, you know what? I have a dream... I whish you could take care of my very, very old vintage knife...

[@FFD_Restorations]

I like sound of your dream Alex 😊👍 I will hopefully start taking restoration projects from customers at some point. I will keep you posted ...

[@user-ll8ft5pm4n]

Видео. Класс

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо 😊👍

[@terryrogers1025]

I see you have a lot of really small parts to clean, sand, and polish. Try using a magnetic base stop some wood workers use to set up on tables of drill presses and table saws as a temporary stops or device holding. They have what I refer to as a on/off switch on lever to magnetize/ demagnetize the surface, that would hold the part for you and give you complete access to your parts and make it easy to retrieve your parts when finished. Just a thought.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks Terry, that is a very valuable suggestion. I was looking for one and it is really hard to get it in Norway, ordering from abroad is just too expensive...

[@terryrogers1025]

Try any kind of magnet at first to see if the idea would work. Earth magnets might be to strong making it difficult to get parts off. Epoxy the magnet on something you can fasten in your vise or clamp to table. Let me know how it works if you decide to try it. I might be able to help you out.

[@FFD_Restorations]

I can try that method out and let you know. I appreciate your efforts ☺️👍 Cheers

[@terryrogers1025]

👍

[@marinaturist3751]

Класс! Как Вы делаете шпонки или крепеж накладки на ручку?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо! Покупаю латунные прутки разной толщины. Они отлично подходят для этого. Спасибо за просмотр!

[@marinaturist3751]

@@FFD_Restorations Ясно. Спасибо! )

[@bryanoshaughnessy2017]

Where did you purchase that punch? (Large body, small drive-point)

[@FFD_Restorations]

Hey Bryan! I purchased it at local store called "Biltema" here in Norway.

[@bryanoshaughnessy2017]

@@FFD_Restorations NORWAY??? Well, I'd better keep looking here in the USA. I like your videos; I will watch all your vids about pocketknives and other restorations. My hobby is repairing old pocketknives. I've donated about 1500 pocketknives to American military serving in the Middle East since year 2005. I'm looking for a better way to disassemble and reassemble the knives. Any suggestions or more videos would help. Thanks, and keep up the good work. --Bryan

[@FFD_Restorations]

Wow Bryan, that is just awesome what you do! That is amazing! Well done 👍 Yeah, Norway 😄 Thank you for watching, I really do appreciate it. If you are willing to cover the cost of shipping and purchase price, it is not problem to me to grab it for you and send it! Shipping will be quite expensive though 🤔. Take care

[@bryanoshaughnessy2017]

@@FFD_Restorations Thank you for your offer, but I agree that shipping would be cost-prohibitive. I will search for a USA supplier for the punch. It's my own fault that I need a big target when swinging a hammer. --B

[@FFD_Restorations]

No worries Bryan 😊👍 Good luck!

[@NarTac13]

Maybe if you get a flat magnet, you could more easily sand those small washers.

[@FFD_Restorations]

That is good suggestion Nick. I have been thinking about that lately and will try to find a good flat magnet 👍 Thanks for watching!

[@NarTac13]

FFD Restorations cool video, I haven’t seen anyone else take the time to hand sand everything like you. Keep up the good work!

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks, I like to get hands dirty 😆👍

[@f16f16ua]

Класно . Ви є на FB ?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Спасибо! Нет, только Instagram

[@_boss_2833]

Lubie placki

[@FFD_Restorations]

😆👍

[@_boss_2833]

@@FFD_Restorations jesteś z Polski?

[@garymucher9590]

You actually could have made a new blade for that broken one. And I thought that type knife actually had a lot fatter (wider) main blade as well. IDK Thumbs Up!

[@FFD_Restorations]

I could, that is true! But the only reason I haven't is because of the stamp. I could not replicate that. Thanks for watching 👍

[@Archiemonty]

Not bad.. ONLY thing that bothers me is sanding on a GOOD varnished table

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you for feedback

[@javijaca]

😱😱😱👏👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

[@FFD_Restorations]

🙉👍

[@user-re2dk5rc3q]

Какая у вас видеокамера?/What kind of video camera do you have?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Sony FDR-AX33 4K...

[@user-cw1bv4gd1t]

Из чего плашки? И чем вы пропитываете и полируете деревяные?

[@FFD_Restorations]

Пластиковые. Полировка домашним пчелиным воском...

[@user-nc6vn3bt3v]

Где вы находите столько ржавых ножей??? Я вот за всю жизнь ни одного не нашёл

[@FFD_Restorations]

На местном веб-сайте для рекламы. Вот пример www.finn.no/bap/forsale/ad.html?finnkode=172297552

[@user-nc6vn3bt3v]

@@FFD_Restorations понятно!

[@floopderpund]

love the restoration although at times the speed was too fast compared to other restorations. but the music gets a nooo from me. its not you.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thank you for honest feedback, much appreciated 👍

[@DeeegerD]

I wish people would stop misusing the word "restoration". A "restoration" restores and item to as new condition. Nice job but not a restoration. Still gave you a thumbs up ;)

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks for you feedback and definition! I am curious how would you call it than if is not a restoration? I appreciate watching!

[@3dhYT]

Restoration 👍👌 Music 👎

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks for feedback and watching! Is a music bad choice or you would like to watch without any music? Thanks in advance!

[@3dhYT]

@@FFD_Restorations Bad choice and I prefer the option without any music.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Thanks again for your feedback, it is a great help in making new content! Take care

[@douglaskerr6813]

You ever hear of wd40 rust penatrion oil? Work smarter not harder.

[@FFD_Restorations]

Yes I am Douglas, thank you for the efforts...