FULL RESTORATION of Vintage WW1 Binoculars

Full Restoration of WW1 Binoculars
Made in France by Lemaire. This model dates from right around WW1.
The "Made In France" stamped in English suggests these were made after 1918. All products after that date, imported into the US were required by law to have a country of manufacture marked on them. These were originally finished in black lacquer and leather. I refinished them in black brass lacquer and wrapped them with black cowhide leather.
Tools and Materials used:
5-Inch Fine Brass Wire Wheel - amzn.to/3bYTSBb
Barge all-Purpose Cement - amzn.to/2LY3MIO
ColorTone Liquid Pigment for Nitrocellulose Lacquer - amzn.to/2ZKxCIX
Dremel EZ Lock Finishing Abrasive Buffs - amzn.to/2TyTbZ1
Everbrite Aerosol Clear, Protective Coating for Metal - amzn.to/3c1FnN0
Isopropyl Alcohol/Solvent Dispenser - amzn.to/2Zwksis
Mohawk Finishing Classic Instrument Lacquer - amzn.to/3edyqd9
REED Black Leather Cow Hide (8 inches X 11 In.) - amzn.to/3gjqRU7
Stainless Steel Wire Brushes - Wheel/Cup - amzn.to/2AYNJIp
Velvet Fabric Sticker - amzn.to/3gjtzsO
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[@rath6599]

I get a feeling of immense satisfaction watching that last screw go on. I can only imagine what it does for you. Thank you for these videos

[@saschab.5995]

So incredibly soothing and no annoying music. I could watch for hours. Thank you! 😊

[@user-cj7wm1nj4d]

Великолепно!

[@LFKGooner]

No error of margin while sticking the handle protectors to the handles. Terrific piece of restoration. Perfect.

[@markharrisllb]

In my opinion a perfect restoration, you kept their history whilst making them as close to how they originally looked as possible.

[@triune_blades]

This was incredible! Things were made so much better back then! That's why I collect and restore vintage/antique wood working tools. They were made to last. I have a block plane that is between 145-152 years old and it still makes shavings!! You have another subscriber! Great work!

[@zmaxx21]

I am still wondering how he figured out the template for the binoculars? Very impressive!

[@mally125]

The last adjustment with the screw to place the slot vertical is something that was taught a long time ago to apprentices. You sir are a Craftsman. Thanks for sharing this fine work.

[@2005StangMan]

A visitor to my house once noted "that's cool, the screws on your light switch plate ended up vertically" as if it was an accident... "huh, how about that?" haha

[@abdulazizalhammadi5662]

i'm pleased that they were restored back to the original spec but honestly i think they look way better polished and unpainted

[@simonefavilli]

Absolutely! Not painted was way better!

[@jackrodgersjr]

Not painted is more visually exciting but remember, these were WWI Field Glasses and shiny brass would make an excellent target for a sniper...

[@therestorationofdrwho1865]

Well, people are always unhappy when these type of things aren’t painted their original color, or what have you, so he did the right thing. He restored it to original condition making no exceptions.

[@izana8426]

BUTTER

[@jocemarcezar6736]

Mn8b

[@susanperez5954]

Fascinating ... who know there were so many pieces. I love when you lay them all so we can just what goes into them. Fascinating.

[@eaglemountainforge]

I have a pair of those displayed in my home. Thank you for restoring that pair.

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

Officially one of the coolest things I have seen restored!

[@jarheadshooter6452]

I truly hope you still have this part of history brought back by you still in your home! I am a retired soldier and it must be considered that the possibility of this soldiers survival is small!

[@frankgaletzka8477]

What a great work Another peace of history was saved by you Thank you Yours Frank

[@filouphilippe7680]

Awesome restauration, he don't look brand new but still old ( not shiny, without NO Patina as some YT videos) but in perfect condition ... a real restauration !

[@AcmeRestorations]

Thank you very much!

[@vickiefowler1429]

I had my doubts at times... but, geez... they turned out beautifully!!!

[@dantejaiudijr2792]

Outstanding restoration. A terrific piece of history that has lasted all this time, it says lot. 👍

[@rustedwrenchrestorationwor9779]

Well done! I like the use of tinted lacquer as the original would have been, and the meticulous way you laid out the pattern for the new leather.

[@samsum3738]

Excellent restoration .. Thank you for showing us this beautiful work .

[@Ron.S.]

Well done 👏 A talented and wise man Thanks 🇬🇧

[@i.m.9918]

Impressive craftsman skills. One of the very historical pillars of civilization here.

[@texas6060]

I love Antiques so much. Sometimes you just never realise how many parts there are when restoring. So many things I love about this its just So Cool. May they last another 100 years now. 👍💗💗💗 Thank you for sharing. Stay safe an take care of you an yours. p.s. when you edit your videos, consider lowering the volume on the parts when you use your little hand tool. It can get very loud at times.

[@bravo2966]

If you go into your sound settings, you can check the 'loudness equalisation' box.

[@raywilliams7094]

Painstaking work by someone who very obviously knows what they are doing to achieve an excellent restoration. I simply wouldn't have the courage to attempt this unless I had 10 sets to learn on. Need to find a restoration video of my Tento binoculars

[@rirkc]

Beautiful resoration of cool field glasses. Your math skills tho... crazy! Thanks!

[@philathomas]

Excellent work, you have a skilled hand along with an a cute sense to detail.

[@richardpalmer6196]

Outstanding restoration, brought back to like new condition . More importantly 100 year old quality saved from today's standard of , "It's old , l want knew." All Brass , no plastic anywhere .

[@AcmeRestorations]

Thanks. Technically the bakelite knob is plastic. But bakelite is the prettiest of all plastics :)

[@chronopal]

I have the same binoculars. Thank you for the step-by-step guide to restore them.

[@sk8ter4life1]

🤌🏼

[@mglopez1]

Excellent!!! Thanks for sharing. Stay safe.

[@StarScapesOG]

I too, enjoy completely dismantling everything in sight.... They just aren't always broken, and don't necessarily always make it back together....

[@MrKabDrivr]

It's good to know I ain't alone in this predicament!...

[@jimstanga6390]

Wow...just amazing!

[@thisolesignguy2733]

That was great! it's true to the restoration, even down to the lacquer. great job! you gain another subscriber, that was cool

[@zacharybee9446]

I have a pair exactly like that. Awesome to see what it would look like restored.

[@kesharkhadkapunwar2029]

Great job !! 👏🌹🙏 Greeting from Nepal !! 🇳🇵Hail Nepal !!!

[@wurly164]

I have a large pair that was used on the yacht named Rene. It was owned by Alfred P Sloan. The former chairman of General Motors. My grandfather was the VP of the Sloan foundation. The binoculars have the name of the Boston the case and the binoculars

[@paolomichielin3039]

Bel lavoro ! Le faccio i miei complimenti ! La sua e' una vera passione del restauro !

[@dr.weaklicksofcrashedcurse4535]

Patience and determination, amazing

[@jxavier3876]

Marvellous restoration, i couldn’t imagine it turning out any better

[@jxavier3876]

Also you’ve helped me get over a hurdle with one of my restorations, I never though of using paint thinner now I am able to simply paint over a textured paint instead of removing it.

[@bodiejay2859]

Beautiful restoration of a 100 year old field glasses. I love to watch you do what you do. ~Kevin

[@AcmeRestorations]

Thanks Kevin!

[@logotrikes]

Magnificent job that. Derelict and now fully functional 100 years later...

[@RedraspusMusic]

Yeah man, turned out great!

[@scottdostie3239]

Wow!! Amazing job!

[@RestorationAustralia]

Looks great well done.

[@michaelskinner896]

Turned out great! Beautiful work.

[@AcmeRestorations]

Thank you very much!

[@briansadler5460]

Man that is amazing. Beautiful work.

[@AcmeRestorations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@guillermosebastiangiorgini9006]

Hermoso trabajo el que acabo de ver. Felicitaciones genio.

[@annihilatedbutcomingback1119]

I love your videos, you truly amaze me at what you restore, beautiful work, thanks for yet another wonderful upload 🤗🤗

[@AcmeRestorations]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@josecancello957]

Great job! Congratulations, pal!

[@scottloar]

Very, very well done.

[@user-zv4pi8bc4v]

Наконец то хоть кто-то на самом деле сделал как нужно!!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@derekwagner157]

Aww, you painted them! I loved the raw metal.

[@bravo2966]

Enemy snipers would also have preferred them to be shiny metal.

[@scruton-4066]

Nice work.

[@williamstriker4308]

What a beautiful job..!!!!!.

[@marymasden5333]

Fantastic job

[@anderssvensk4317]

Nice work with the compass, ruler and pen. Like it....👍

[@DdDddd-ep4vz]

Cool video. Learning a lot about binoculars. Well done.

[@BlindLemonFishStix]

Beautiful!

[@IcyKitty]

Great work!

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Wow, didn’t they come up well. I was wondering how you would do the leather. Well done. Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺

[@w6md]

Beautiful job. 👍🏻

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

I have just subscribed to you. Absolutely awesome restoration on this Vintage WW1 Binoculars !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ElizabethFranquiEsq]

Beautiful job!

[@walterkodelja3067]

Perfect work.

[@SuperHyee]

Thanks and respect !

[@sirsteele]

Brilliant restoration! You have a new subscriber!

[@kevinfoster926]

That was brilliant! an excellent restoration, Ok I'm now a fan and I've subscribed.

[@maxkoll118]

Amazing piece of art 😍👍👍👍

[@chewypretzel308]

Got a pair I have to do too, not feeling like it's going to be as easy as you make it look, but at least I know where to start. Cheers.

[@henry-jacquesbussiere9863]

C'est parfait ! Bravo.

[@1339LARS]

Great fix !!!

[@Tranzisto]

Okay that is officially the best "subscribe" shot done in a restoration video! Subscription well deserved

[@minigmac1]

Great vid! One tip? When screwing those delicate screws use a screwdriver tip that fits snugly in the slot. No deformation. Abit like gunsmithing.

[@abeston8025]

I think I've got a pair of these Binoculars. Where the brass screw was inserted (between the eye pieces) I think there was a compass.

[@MrSabro66]

C’est beau !

[@bgdavenport]

I enjoy a meticulous restoration with attention to detail and the use of appropriate products to restore and preserve the original. Well done! Is this item for sale?

[@salomao1971]

A todos os restauradores minha profunda admiração;vocês fazem coisas encantadoras.

[@bhess1212]

Very nice! Great job!

[@selfrestoration9564]

Good Restoration Done 👍 👏 👏

[@josepcb2882]

Muy Bonito, Felicidades. Saludos desde Barcelona

[@franknsnodge]

EXCELLENT!

[@TheOnePhillip]

AMAZING!!!!

[@EderaldoManoel]

Perfeito o trabalho! 👏👏👏

[@edmarkham2632]

Wonderful restore. They'll be good for another 100 years? Thanks.

[@user-pi5tz9cb1n]

Какие же приятные раньше были вещи!Пускай не такие технологичные как сейчас, но какая эстетика,дизайн,материалы!Они несут в себе тепло,время и историю.Сомневаюсь что современные изделия через столько времени с их грубым дизайном будут вызывать такие же эмоции!

[@Sarah-fd5iv]

Wow i did not expect the end product.

[@jasonbeadle1929]

I have those exact same pair of binoculars, with the original leather case, from the same time period and everything! So it's really cool to see a restoration on them.

[@bravo2966]

Is the brass screw left brass? Or has that also been painted black?

[@jasonbeadle1929]

@@bravo2966 It is painted

[@gianluigimarino8264]

Best work!!!!

[@fredscott413]

really nice thanks.

[@soufianennaim6108]

Great work

[@stupullenchannel3525]

if you must do restorative pro do it like it was made originally ,you did an excellent job!

[@brucefreedman3655]

They came out beautifully!!! I wonder what they would look like left with the polished brass finish… maybe the black protects the brass from tarnishing??? Well done!!! 👍🏻

[@AcmeRestorations]

It does protect the brass. Also these were military field glasses. Shiny brass binoculars are not something you want to be using in combat I would assume .;)

[@user-sz4lx9oc3f]

слов нет-одни эмоции от такой завораживающей работы. браво мастеру. класс.

[@kevinrennert9480]

!Up close! (I can see you did a great job)

[@michaelcollins192]

Great job

[@rudyantheus8171]

very beautifulll work !!

[@Kevin-is-here]

Can’t imagine what was witnessed through those

[@clementdistanos1526]

L'Opéra de Paris, la Comédie Française, typical french binoculars for live shows.

[@Kevin-is-here]

Erimian Clement dam I figured they were on the battlefield, interesting

[@wildlancaster1]

Most likely but also the following years.

[@Gremlinke96]

Probably a rifle muzzle flash...

[@alanmeyer2699]

Death

[@dy9955]

I understand restoring it to as close to original as possible, but I would have loved to see it polished brass (?). Either way, great job. 👍

[@Laz_Arus]

It occurred to me during the restore that these are fixed pupil spacing models. I wonder when they started producing adjustable types. Nice restoration

[@manuelgomezmitel6176]

Una obra de arte

[@chazzcombs]

Wow, those came out amazing. I understand the rationale behind the black and why they were originally that way, but man they would have looked sweet with some of the trim left natural brass. Amazing work on these - it was a pleasure to watch!

[@annotten7413]

If they where not made for military use that company probably would have left them brass -I agree with you, that would have been cool to see

[@rharold56]

Paint is more than mere decoration, it protects the metal from oxidation. If he left it bare brass, then it would be green after some handling and exposure to moisture.

[@rodrigoadrianrodriguezaedo4477]

Good job!

[@hassanriyadh88]

Awesome dude