IMPOSSIBLE 250 Year Old Colonial Rusty Hammer Restoration - Buried Under Ground Since The 1700's!

Restoration of a 250+ year old rusted out colonial hammer head. This was found in Chazy, New York. I am not new to restorations but I am new to filming them so please take the footage with a grain of salt. I will get better.
I did not want to make it look like a brand new hammer but I did want to make it smooth and straight enough to be a usable hammer. The handle was inspired by several 1700 style handles I found online.
Lost footage of drilling out the hole and polishing the head.
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[@StevensFix]

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[@zsocatenai9547]

first like ;)

[@StevensFix]

Thanks! You never forget your first like. :)

[@parkij11]

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[@ramonbohigas1370]

Tom Sawyer :

[@StevensFix]

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[@AA-sz5wm]

i love the fact no matter how rust a iron/steel piece is, there's always mirror shine metal under the rust waiting to shine

[@StevensFix]

Hi Smoking Snake! I feel that this is analogous to many parts of life. Even the rustiest people do have a mirror shine underneath if we allow it to show. Thanks for the great comment. :)

[@bingsterdc]

Smoking Snake there's a life lesson in there. 👌

[@AdelsonDePaulo]

I am thinking just like that right now.

[@JunkyBlake]

4 billion year old iron ore can be shined, it's the nature of the elements lol

[@TheBeemanblake]

Just like each of us!

[@groom_of_the_stool]

I'm a museum professional. I've been working in collections and exhibits for more than a decade now. You did nothing wrong by restoring that hammer head. Those things are a dime a dozen and even if you had given it to a museum, it would have set on the shelf in some dank collections vault never to see the light of day. They're worthless, even in a museum setting. Nice to display under the right circumstances, but ultimately worthless. Don't let some pearl clutcher who think they're the next Indiana Jones tell you otherwise.

[@StevensFix]

K K, this comment made my night :). I'm happy with the hammer and how it turned out. At the event where this was found, literally hundreds of pounds of rusty iron like this was being thrown away after being dug up. To me, it only has value if someone appreciates it - and now, in its current state, I appreciate it.

[@groom_of_the_stool]

@@StevensFix That's great! And I should clarify: when I say that they're worthless, it really means that they're so common that restoring one you found in the dirt isn't gonna hurt all of those crusty rusties out there in museums that people like me have to deal with on a daily basis.

[@sheep1ewe]

I worked on the local musem here back in time and i can confirm that it's true. Now it got the chance to become one of Your favorite tools and come to actual use as it was originaly ment to instead of a dustcollecting lump of dirt lying on a hidden shelf newer to be seen again.

[@richardcrouthamel4397]

K K Agreed. And now it has become a treasured heirloom.

[@StevensFix]

@@sheep1ewe Thanks Vampira! I appreciate the feedback :)

[@lizu47]

The main fact is Whoever Made this 250 years ago, he never ever have evan a slight thought that this hammer will be on KZbin someday. 👏 for that person.

[@izwanizwan401]

He actually dont care if his hammer is on youtube because he dont know about youtube.. same like we didnt know something thats gonna happen 250 years after this. And maybe its relate to the things that we make this year..

[@ladiesgentswegothim]

Oh HE knew.....

[@fobbitoperator3620]

If someone traveled back in time to the era this hammer was made, with pre-downloaded KZbin videos, he'd be burned at the stake for gaw'damn witchcraft! Because to them, videos & the super OLED screen they'd view them on, WOULD be some black arts bullshit, worthy of a good live bbq...

[@jimscanoe]

@@ladiesgentswegothimOh, nice one-trying to sneak in that ol' *Sky Daddy* scam are you.

[@andrewwatson9805]

Wow. You did an amazing job on it. Reminds me of my dad's favourite "dad" joke: "You see that axe there my boy? It's been in the family for 250 years, and during that time the head has been replaced three times and the handle seven times, but it's still the same axe!" It's been 30 years since and I still miss him.

[@madeleinebray5205]

You gotta love Dads!!

[@andrewshepherd1537]

We have a saddle like that in my family. It's the saddle my great-great Gods know how many great grandfather bought when he came here from Ireland and settled in Oklahoma. Every part on it except for the stirrup loops and the saddle horn has been replaced at least twice, and I personally have replaced four straps on it. And once day I'm going to tell my kids about Great Grandpa Geoffrey's saddle and how it has been in the family since 1877....and promptly teach them to replace the parts haha

[@Speedytrip]

The person who made that hammer would be over the moon to see it was restored and given a 2nd life. Beautiful work. I love how you kept some of the character.

[@theblackpearl3880]

Unless it's possible for a person to still be alive since almost 300 years ago, I doubt he would care much about the hammer. Especially if he was a Christian and is now enjoying heaven

[@richie4561]

it would not have had that 'character' when the original artisan made it. it looks unfinished. there is no point in doing a half assed job

[@therestorationofdrwho1865]

richard kerr surely better than it was.

[@shredders3881]

Elizabeth Warren is claiming that she made it for her Indian tribe.

[@panza.]

this is one reason I love history.

[@OmegaGamingNetwork]

A couple things I need to point out here that I feel are critically important for anyone looking to do this kind of thing. As a reference I restore cast iron, the older the better and use Electrolysis heavily for it. First - Don't use table salt, use Sodium Carbonate (Commonly found as Laundry booster and not to be confused with Sodium bi-carbonate). The primary reason is Table salt also off gasses Chlorine gas which is not only poisonous but in general nasty stuff you don't want to deal with. And generally it is just not the optimal salt to use in electrolysis in regards to metal restoration. Second, don't use copper wire to connect to the (Cathode) piece you are working on. The reasoning is pretty similar to the above in that it results in undesirable ionic compounds and not to mention can and often does result in material that has to be mechanically removed attached to the work piece. Try and use a steel or iron wire for that connection. Aluminium can also work as it is pretty unremarkable from a reactivity perspective, but honestly steel wire is so cheap and works so effectively there is really no reason to use anything but. Obviously copper to connect the Anodes so long as it remains out of contact with the solution is perfectly fine. I post these points not so much to change anything you are doing, but in the hopes that anyone watching this thinking about this kind of work reads this and learns good habits from the start and not bad ones. There isn't anything intrinsically wrong with your method, it just isn't the best practice.

[@antonycarter8552]

What does the electrolysis actual do? Is it easiest to just use the grinder to remove the rust? Thanks in advance for reply

[@OmegaGamingNetwork]

@@antonycarter8552 It removes rust without removing metal. A grinder or sander is faster for sure and on something that doesn't matter. However those methods are extremely aggressive and remove good metal as well as rust. Basically if you have something you want to keep as close to original as possible. Electrolysis is the method of choice. If you don't care about keeping something original then a grinder is certainly faster. So from a restoration perspective, you would almost never want to use something as aggressive as a grinder as a restoration is attempting to "restore" something to its original condition. Again all I'm pointing out here in the instance of this video is how he chose to use Electrolysis.

[@pageboysam]

Electrolysis moves conductive material from the anode (positive terminal on the power source) to the cathode (negative terminal) through a electrolytic bath (aka. salt bath). In this case, the steel anodes are emitting iron ions (Fe+) to the hammer head cathode. Some of the rust (iron oxide) reverts back to iron reinforcing the cast iron substrate while the rest of the rust gets converted to magnetite (the black bits after electrolysis) which is more robust and less destructive than rust and easy to clean off when in big bits. As the OP pointed out, electrolysis can be dangerous, as it also breaks water (H2O) into hydrogen gas (H2) and oxygen gas (O2) which are explosive and flammable respectively. And table salt (NaCl) breaks down into sodium ions (Na+) and chlorine ions (Cl-). The chlorine can be ejected as a dangerous gas (Cl2) as well.

[@adamhavelock2104]

pageboysam and they say social media is unhealthy😁

[@captainsouth4460]

I use Evaporust, soak for a day or two and rinse. works great with out all the setup.

[@thatpenguinate]

The pure dedication this man has is amazing

[@kirkhenry3867]

Wonderful craftsmanship! Beautiful restoration! I've never done anything like this at all; I was very interested in your use of electricity toward the beginning of the video...I'd never even heard of anything like that, extremely interesting! Great video, thank you very much!!

[@IronOakSawmill]

Look Up How to build an electrolysis tank. People who restore cast iron, and most any metal use them. We use Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda in the water, rather than salt. Not baking soda. Washing Soda. You can find it with the laundry detergent. Help carry current much better, and wont pit the metal like salt can do.

[@brauliomartinezpaneque857]

This grandhammer will keep hitting hard another 250 years.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Braulio Martínez Paneque! Thank you for your comment. Comparing this to a grandhammer is really a great compliment. Cheers! :)

[@if66was99]

Great great great great great grandhammer!

[@margaretsnead30]

if66was99 z11a

[@Varun37251]

JP JP dude shut up

[@adamrasmussen9939]

I just sat in silence in a dark room for 24mins 36sec. as completely enthralled in a restoration as Ive ever been in any film or show or piece of music. Fantastic!

[@StevensFix]

Hi Adam Rasmussen! Thank you for this comment. It really made my night. I hope my future videos live up to this for you as well. Cheers! :)

[@PrestonSteele]

Check out "my mechanic" channel. Way better

[@firstbuck4089]

@ Adam Rasmussan. Dude, you've got to get out more.

[@adamrasmussen9939]

@@firstbuck4089 Why? So I can interact with more people like you? 'ooOOoolololol you liked a YT video, UR a weird'. Grow up. Focus on your own short falls, sounds like you've got a few worth working on yourself.

[@firstbuck4089]

@@adamrasmussen9939 You're funny. You make me laugh.

[@MH3GL]

I must say, love the Walnut handle. Reminds me of my grandfather's old tools.

[@StevensFix]

Hi M H! Thank you for your comment. It's really nice of you to take the time to say that. Cheers! :)

[@TechnicsFR]

You pay close attention to details and that is awesome, it looks so professional! I also restored a hammer but wasn't so rusty :)

[@ikedewinter1213]

In 250 years some guy is gonna restore this hammer into a nail

[@StevensFix]

Hi Ike De Winter! Thank you for your comment, IT gave me a chuckle I hope this never finds its way back into the ground but if it does,I hope that whoever restores it again will have as much satisfaction as I have had doing it. Cheers! :)

[@BoneCowboy]

I’m picking up what you’re laying down 😉 Thought the same thing while watching this

[@daieast6305]

if you change it to a nail then you repurpose it and not restoring it ...but thanks for the chuckle

[@rjpena6273]

*Hammer:* Just let me die! just let me die... let me die in peace.

[@pg9266]

Lmao 😂😂😂😂

[@chrisgarcia5767]

Just wondering the point of the electrolytic bath to just end up taking a grinder to it

[@StevensFix]

Great question. First I cleaned it with electrolysis to first see the real state of the hammer and to really see if there was any part of the surface that was worth saving (there wasn't). In addition, it reduced the amount of rust dust that I would put in the air when grinding. :)

[@chrisgarcia5767]

@@StevensFix oh, i see. Great video btw.

[@JuanPablo-ho7fg]

Maybe to avoid wearing out the grinder

[@MiscerVids]

Evaporust works great as well, although a bit pricey

[@themrims3191]

@@StevensFix I found that spraying it with WD40, let it soak for a bit, and then use a powertool steel brush works really well. No dust and you get everything in the dents as well.

[@uberwolf77]

The tung oil was a great choice for the handle, brought out the tiger stripe in the walnut. Seeing that bit made me 😊.

[@WarhammerWings]

That is insane... 250 years in the ground. Wowsers!

[@StevensFix]

Hi The Republic of Ustio.! Thank you for your comment! It is kind of insane - and now it's on my wall and gets to be used again. Cheers!

[@kylelamb7472]

There is no removing history only continuing its history and purpose.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Kyle. So right and very wise. Thank you :)

[@billsargent3407]

EXACTLY The blacksmith who made that never had the idea "Oh I hope that someday this is a museum". It was built for a purpose in mind.. and even that old iron monger would tell you when it got too worn, it would become something else..

[@StevensFix]

@@billsargent3407 Thanks Bill! I'm glad that you like the video and what I did with the hammer. I believe that a virtuous tool is one that is used and appreciated. Cheers! :)

[@denm451]

I think history can and is removed.

[@emma._.681]

Den M .. its literally just a hammer head theres plenty of these its not going to hurt snyones feelings from making it new again

[@justinchristoph3725]

I've always liked the idea of things being restored so that they can be used again. Not just for wall art or investment purposes. A restored musical instrument should be restored so it can be played again. Restored tools should be used, restored cars should be driven. I really do like what you have done. Makes the heart warm.

[@gilgameshthetreasurehunter2750]

Pays respect to the original craftsman

[@thomas_the_cat]

these awesome restorations are the closest thing we have to a time machine

[@rikkilleen3169]

Even 250 years ago, there was someone who borrowed a hammer and never returned it. 😜

[@wildelapina5955]

😂😂😂

[@KyAl2]

Did you measure the weight of the head before and after? It would be interesting to get sense of the weight of the material that was removed.

[@xExplosionsofAwesome]

The answer is way too much. 😂

[@davidtatum8682]

I think it's awesome that some of the pitting still remained. It's restoration made it beautiful but it still shows it's age and history. I have a few of these and it makes me want to restore them now. Lol

[@paulodasilvaandre7808]

beautiful old hammer was again restored congratulations 🤩🤩🤩

[@StevensFix]

Hi Paulo da silva Andre! Thank you for your comment. It's really nice of you to take the time to say that. Cheers! :)

[@stilllife4u]

Your work is my relaxation and therapy

[@WorkedPatina]

Beautiful! If I was the guy that originally made that hammer, I'd be honored to see it brought back to life and usable condition

[@StevensFix]

Hi Tucker! This is the kind of comment that I really like (although I do like *all* the comments here, even the ones I don't agree with). I hope somewhere in the ether is the blacksmith that made this and he's looking at it thinking 'that's pretty good'. Cheers! :)

[@tindjin07]

I loved the trick to get the lines into the handle with the wire burn, going to need to use that in a future project.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Joe K! Thank you for your comment. That trick was shown to me by one of my old woodworking teachers so all credit goes to them. Cheers! :)

[@ddilink]

The ability to see the potential in that old hammer head is a rare talent.

[@jorgetoloza269]

Wow, lot of patients and dedication...thanks

[@StevensFix]

Hi Jorge Toloza! Thank you for your comment. I'm flattered that you'd say that. It means a lot. Cheers! :)

[@GrumpyVetTrucker]

As some one who blacksmiths this is amazing. Something I would love to have and study. Every hammer back then was different as each was forged by hand. Its history and art.

[@StevensFix]

Thanks David. A wonderful comment! Although it might not have come across in the video, I did spend a lot of time trying to figure out the exact layout of hammer. Were the sides flat or curved? The head rounded over? It was almost like looking at an oak tree and trying to figure out what it looked like as a sapling. I wanted to try and get it as close to what the smithy created and not what a museum would want to display. Cheers! :)

[@lewiswereb8994]

I been a smitty too..............and THAT is a CARPENTER'S HAMMER. ..............And if its age is correct, it probably never hit a round nail.

[@TheStygian]

I actually love that you kind of kept the rust "scars" on it. Gives it so much character! Wonderfully done.

[@dirtyhairy8884]

Looks awesome and I love the handle! Great restoration, my friend!

[@orionstar6747]

The hammer looks beautiful , and love the choice of the handle, you are very skilled, I hope the hammer finds its way to a good home that will appreciate it in a 100 years from now.

[@MattHaleUK]

"I made a hammer... From a larger hammer"

[@GtsAntoni1]

"I took an abondoned, three hundred year old piece of forged metal, once crafted and used by someone alive generations ago, and gave it a new lease is life" has less of a ring to it, but it's a nicer thought 👍

[@petervitti9]

Too funny! Hahaha

[@restorationow6302]

wow

[@distortionpedal]

Matt Hale bhaha YES!

[@rodrigopadillacorrea9985]

V sauce micheal here

[@texknight67]

I really enjoyed this. I love history and that is a real piece of history. Restoring stuff like this has got to be very gratifying. Thank you for sharing.

[@StevensFix]

Hi texknight67! Thank you for your comment. It's really nice of you to take the time to say that. Cheers! :)

[@rederickrederick1513]

Amazing how far something can be brought back from BEYOND !!L Love it !

[@ratroddiesels1981]

we deemed this fine programme worthy of another viewing thank you for sharing

[@dougbourdo2589]

Intrinsic value is in the eye & heart of the beholder & the craftsman. Nicely done.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Doug! Thanks for this comment, I really appreciate it. To me, this has great value - to others, it's just a hammer. Cheers! :)

[@normablake2748]

Hi, I really love this video. I enjoy watching craftsmanship such as yours. There is always something beautiful under "oldness". Thanks! A Texas Gal !!!

[@stilllife4u]

I like the way that you keep things clean as you work .

[@georgevanderslice9720]

Good to see an ancient tool restored to a usable condition!

[@embyrr922]

I feel like the line “antiquarians look away” gets to the heart of the difference between restoration and conservation. You did a beautiful job restoring this piece. 👍🏻

[@weakwav987]

I feel like telling a stranger to go blow a cactus

[@GhostDrummer]

@@weakwav987 🤣🤣🤣

[@johnk4792]

So Glad you put it back to working condition . beautiful handle to.

[@StevensFix]

Hi John k! Thank you for this great comment. I really appreciate it. I'm glad you liked the handle too - it was my first time using a lathe in a few months so I was a bit nervous about how it was going to turn out. Cheers! :)

[@GG-pr3yo]

I shall name thee "Thor"!!!!!! Nicely done BTW.

[@StevensFix]

Hi G G! Thank you for your comment! That's a better name - I was calling it Mjölnir but I was finding it unpronounceable. Cheers!

[@jkabholat]

It’s a joy to watch you restore items

[@andinbriwel1092]

If you were gonna grind it anyway, why didn’t you just start with a wire wheel to remove the rust? Serious question...

[@folyplays-getgamified3613]

So as to restore some of the rust to iron and reduce the wastage by just grinding it straight away

[@pxjydz303]

Yeah really. Why not scotch bright and a chemical rust remover also? Would've been possible to remove even the worst pits and still leave most of the material

[@zanic07]

@@folyplays-getgamified3613 That's now how rust works. You cant convert rust back to steel through electrolysis. At best depending on the chemicals used you can convert the rust to a layer of iron and magnetite. The iron will quickly rust if not protected but the magnetite is inert and will help provide a protective barrier. This can be useful if deep pitting is present that you cant grind completely out. Unfortunately he just used salt for his bath so there is no easy way to know how much magnetite was generated but as long as the head was lubed and lacquered it should be fine for quite a few years. Most likely he was just using electrolysis to break up the rust to make it easier to grind away later since rust and scale can be notoriously difficult to grind through.

[@folyplays-getgamified3613]

@@zanic07 Tbh I only knew till the conversion of thin rust layer to iron..... Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Took a screenshot. Thanks :)

[@zanic07]

​@@folyplays-getgamified3613 I hope I didn't came across as rude. I work in this field and like sharing information when I can. I do need to apologies though I missed that you correctly said that the rust was converted to iron. For some reason I though you said it was converted to steel. The layer restored will be thin though so I don't know how much it will reduce waste from grinding.

[@Madlintelf]

So glad you made if functional again, I'm reading the comments and realizing they aren't as rare as most people would think, glad that something that old will be put to good use, subscribed!

[@StevensFix]

Thanks for the comment William. I'm glad you enjoyed the restoration. :)

[@richardbarry04553]

Imagine the things that hammer was used to build all those years ago - and now it’s a usable tool again after 250 years. Very cool project!

[@ymac7245]

My heart skipped some beats when you went at it with the grinder flap wheel and the file, and i'm not even an antiquair!

[@publiusvelocitor4668]

I think whoever made that hammer 200+ years ago would be overjoyed to see what you've done.

[@MrNight-dg1ug]

Why would they give two shits about a hammer head?

[@Farbar1955]

@@MrNight-dg1ug Why do you think they wouldn't?

[@MrNight-dg1ug]

@@Farbar1955 It's just a hammer; The blacksmith probably made hundreds

[@spyralspyder]

@@MrNight-dg1ug I think they might just take pride in their work in general. I doubt that they wouldn't give a fuck.

[@adamhavelock2104]

Mr. Night as a tradesman I’d be happy to see my work restored 200+ years after my death. If it were possible.

[@weswright3187]

What a marvellous old hammer. Everyone would be happy that it’s been restored, especially the guy that originally made it.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Wes! Thanks for the wonderful comment. It really means a lot to me. Have a great rest of your day. Cheers! :)

[@99goat99]

Restoring antique things is such a worthy effort; the results can be like nothing else around today, and connect you physically to a bygone age.

[@FireAnt376]

I like the leftover rust marks they give the hammer the character. Awesome job!

[@trinity_hunt]

I know nothing of metal work or restoration but I’m addicted! New subscriber here. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Trinity! Thank you for this comment. It really makes my day to read comments like this. Cheers! :)

[@odd1363]

You should check out 'My Mechanics' too if you haven't already.

[@charlylucky2037]

Imagine where it's been, what it's built, so many conversations this hammer can bring up while you're using again. 👍

[@CombatFrame]

nice bro also i like the fact u left recesses on da hammer

[@StevensFix]

Hey PONOR! Thank you for your comment. I really appreciate it. Cheers! :)

[@grantkoeller8911]

The handle came out beautifully!!!

[@StevensFix]

Hi Grant Koeller! Thank you for your comment. It's really nice of you to take the time to say that. Cheers! :)

[@rhiantaylor3446]

I might have been tempted to preserve the mushrooming at the head but, given the final result, I agree you did the right thing in cleaning it up. Excellent !

[@StevensFix]

Hi Rhian! Thanks for this, I really appreciate this kind of feedback. Especially when someone says that they might have done something differently but still enjoyed what I did. Cheers! :)

[@TheBeemanblake]

Agreed

[@jplieurance]

Well done. Especially like the electrolysis information. Thank you.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Jeff Lieurance! Thanks for your comment. I really appreciate it. I was struggling with the idea if I should include that footage or not. I'm glad people like you enjoyed that I included it. Cheers! :)

[@anthonykot]

makes me proud to be an old craftsman ..I love this stuff .. if I had my time again .. I could have ,would have ,should have ..

[@Nauticalexport786]

So wonderful

[@greggkrueger]

Did I miss the part of you cleaning between the claws as well as the handle hole. That was kinda the money shot

[@robertparr5036]

Exactly, I was thinking the same thing

[@StevensFix]

Hi Gregg! Thank you for your comment. Some of the claws cleaning is in the video but not all of it. While editing it I did have to leave some footage out or else this would have been a very long video. As for the hole for the handle, that one upsets me. I spent over an hour drilling it out only to find that my cell phone battery died and I lost all the footage of it. Cheers! :)

[@greggkrueger]

@@StevensFix Ah well. That stinks. It was still a great video. I did see where you'd said that you lost the hole cleaning footage, in the description. That was my fault for missing it. Turned out great, non the less!!

[@jasonlindsey4928]

Who really cares if its 200 or thousand yrs old or even found in the dirt that long. The point was that it was restored to the best that it could be done. For that good job!

[@StevensFix]

Hi Jason! Thanks for that. Comments like this make my day. I tried hard to make this to the best of my abilities and I'm glad that people like you enjoyed it. :)

[@3DMegadoodoo]

Serious question: how is a shiny hammer "better" than a not shiny hammer?

[@jasonlindsey4928]

@@3DMegadoodoo a shiny hammer doesn't have rust thus the corrosion is not eating away the metal (essentially the hammer in this case). Plus shiny is just plain pretty!

[@Nauticalexport786]

So beautiful

[@ajrob2888]

Hey Steven, great video. I've only just recently gotten into the restoration field and I have a question. Of the many videos I've seen of restorers using electrolysis, your video is the only one I've seen that uses a brine electrolyte solution. What's the difference of a salt based solution vs baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)? Pros and cons? How do you choose to use which one on certain items? Is the degree of corrosion the deciding factor, or does the structure and final look make the decision to one or the other? Any advice/tips/suggestions or source material would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for the video! Love it when I see people work hard to preserve history such as this. AJ Savannah, GA

[@RascalKyng]

Question: at @7:20, who would have rathered the weathered look, rust gone but with age divots and usage dents and maybe oiled up... OVER the shined buffed out version?

[@dI-cv3se]

Amazing restoration. Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Again d l! Thank you for your great comments on my videos. People like you make it worthwhile to do these. Cheers! :)

[@tctc8578]

Lovely attention to detail and paying tribute to such an old tool, great work my friend 👍👍

[@GhostDrummer]

Every restoration channel owner has a slightly different way of removing rust and dirt, and I love each one. I hope to be able to get my workshop operational again soon. Some old chronic pain issues have set me back a bit, but I’m not giving in. It’s just gonna take a bit of patience. Thank you for sharing this stunning restoration with us.

[@ckmoore101]

The laser rust removing device is very cool.

[@hulking_presence]

At what moment did you remove the metal part on the upper side of the hammer (on top of where the handle goes in)? I hoped you would somehow put metal back there

[@CaptainSeamus]

I'll second that - how/what did you have to do to get that cap/wedge out?

[@civil2912]

@@CaptainSeamus probably drilled it out so he could put a modern style handle in. I wonder how it was originally done?

[@yes____]

@@civil2912 glue and hammered the handle inside of that gap?

[@jasonsummit1885]

How it would have originally been done would be kind of like a halberd in that the handle would have slotted into the head with two pieces of steel attached to either side of the bottom and riveted through the handle.

[@andyknowles666]

I really like the look of the restored hammer, the pitted dark parts look awesome.

[@kimberlywenrich6089]

Beautiful work. So amazing to see.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Kimberly Wenrich! Thank you for your comment. I'm flattered that you'd say that. It means a lot. Cheers! :)

[@theguy6415]

THAT´S HAMMER ARE REALLY AWESOME!

[@rebelwolf1012]

man, a damn good job mate.

[@mattjns]

I’m no antiquarian, but I did let out an audible “NO” when you pulled out the flapper disc. 😂😂

[@StevensFix]

Hi Matthew Snart! I know, I heard it all the way from here! I encourage you to check out the Axe Restoration video I just posted. I assure you that no angle grinders were used. Cheers! :)

[@mattjns]

Steven's Fix Hahaha.

[@StevensFix]

👍

[@aftab8996]

I don't know about restoration of old thing but I can say the he destroyed the original pattern of the hammer head

[@Abababasj]

If you don't know then why you talk about it :)

[@aftab8996]

Any ignorant can say this. People visit youtube to know new things. I am criticizing productively. I am not opposing him. He woks good. These people can preserve heritage instead of ruining.

[@Macason]

I mean I get it! I preferably would have liked to see it with the original defections , especially having been that old; but he will do as he pleases and his content is still good :p

[@aftab8996]

Yes his content is good. But he could have make this with any piece of iron. The word ‘Restoration’ doesn’t go to this video.

[@grantkoeller8911]

He didn't destroy anything! It was already long gone!!! He brought it back from the dead!!!!!

[@RidingwithPG]

This is unbelievable. What a transformation.

[@WalkeWoo_Since_2002]

Why not sand blast it? I had mixed feelings about the filing as it did change the character. But shiny metal is fun to see again! Kudos on a nice job, fun to watch.

[@DajjalAbulahabov]

This third-world brokeass copycat cheapo can’t afford a sandblasting machine

[@creedbratton9025]

@@DajjalAbulahabov calm down

[@Psalm146-2]

Nice. Saved it from getting melted down. I like that you left some character in it. The bet the original owner would have liked to have done the same thing. Now it has a new story!

[@StevensFix]

Hi Psalm 146 : 2! Thank you for your comment. I really appreciate it. Cheers! :)

[@juicedk00laid44]

thank you for addressing the bug! I was going insane.

[@carlosemejia1959]

Un buen trabajo de mucha, mucha paciencia. Además, si lo que se quería era recuperar el martillo no había nada diferente por hacer. Felicitaciones!

[@stoveboltlvr3798]

A gun bluing would be a nice finish on that old relic...good job!

[@StevensFix]

Hi Keith! I've put in an order for some gun bluing. Be sure to subscribe to see me use it in future videos. Cheers! :)

[@TheBeemanblake]

I agree

[@chick99936]

god that man loved hes hammer

[@StevensFix]

Hi chick99936! Thank you for your comment. I love anything that I spend time creating. I think the world need more appreciation for what it has and less desire for what it lacks. Cheers! :)

[@chick99936]

@@StevensFix i love the vid i just could not help but right that lol

[@vintagesavoiur]

Perfect restoration!

[@Linda-9037]

What was once only a functional tool which helped to build a piece of America...is now...a work of art.

[@donaldswink6259]

Looks beautiful, cleaned up nicely.

[@StevensFix]

Hey, thanks for the great comment Donald. :)

[@tzsteve33]

Love the Walnut handle. Great to see a tool being put back into service for another 200 years

[@ric12000]

You gave it a second life, still a 250 years old hammer well looked after. Great restoration. .

[@Amit-qe8eg]

You have given respect to this old hammer

[@14wildlife4life]

I can't believe I watched this entire video and enjoyed it Haha

[@StevensFix]

Hi 14wildlife4life! Thank you for your comment. I am glad you watched the entire video and enjoyed it. Cheers! :)

[@HarosOfStyx]

2:46 - "if you're salty, subscribe." Did I get that right? Lol 😂

[@2000fer]

Yo le hubiese dado al metal hasta dejarlo súper parejo, pero igualmente salvaron una pieza y quedó muy bien el resultado final! Felicitaciones!!!!

[@StevensFix]

Gracias, realmente aprecio estos comentarios positivos. Considere suscribirse si aún no lo ha hecho. ¡Salud!

[@judyfenske1429]

I have heard of this process. Though never saw it from beginning to end. Electricity de- rusting. Thanks.

[@steven2212]

Fabulous job...you took a destroyed piece of metal and brought it back to life...let the couch bandits cry.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Steven. FANTASTIC name btw. I'm glad you liked what I did. I do like what the 'bandits' have to say too. All opinions are valid when you're not dealing in absolutes. Thanks for watching :)

[@josephburkhalter5105]

Just a thought to add....I lost an already old Estwing leather handle around 2001 or so as our house was Firsr built. Last year I found that hammer in my crawl space. It was not inas bad shape as this project was. I tried my first restoration. Replaced the destroyed leather handle with a slab of 1/4 in thick leather from my junk drawer. Tried all kinds of electrolysis baths. Ground it with the 4 in her with a new 80 grit flap pad. Tore a big slice out of a finger when the sander dug in to the leather I was trying to shape. Eventually after about 100 hours of effort in turning my rusted relic into a possibly usable tool. Norplant as good a tool as the brand new Estwing I could have bought a Lowe’s for about $35.00 in brand new condition. Now some of the trolls commenting on the uselessness of your restoration of the old farrier hammer would have bought the new Estwing at Lowe’s, or gone to Harbor fpFreight and bought a very nice, usable 26 oz hammer for $3.00 and been on their way. They would be happy with their very wise purchase of their $3.00 hammer. Meanwhile, every time I pick up my well pitted, 50 + year old relic that can only accomplish about 75% of what the HF hammer can, I will stir memories of purchasing that Estwing when I got married back in ‘63,being upset when I could not find it in my garage and the joy of finding in at a year ago crawling around my crawl space and later watching KZbin videos on restoration. Learning as I tried vinegar and copper sulfate baths, muriatic acid baths and how not to use a flap sander without gloves. It all cost me maybe $150 in chemicals, Nicklle strips, copper rod, etc. Would I trade all that money and time and injury memories for the memory of a $3,00 HF purchase????? I don’t think so. How about you? JoeB

[@josephburkhalter5105]

Additionally, please pardon all the SPELL CHECK errors created by my I pad and lack of proof reading. I also forgot to compliment the author on his video. Well done. You created a magic memory. JoeB

[@StevensFix]

@@josephburkhalter5105 Thank you for these comments. If you saw the outtakes that came from making this video, you would see that I went though very similar experiences to you. The hammer itself - or any tool for that matter - is elevated from just being a thing to being a part of your personal history. It's like making a table. Or laying down a walkway. That's yours. You did that. You made something from nothing. I have an old Estwing hatchet that is not as beat up as your hammer, but the leather is in bad shape. I'm considering making a video on how to restore it. I'm sure there will be a lot of trial and error and a lot of great people like you to encourage the process and leave great comments like this. I hope you get to read my reply and know that you made another creator happy. Cheers! :)

[@theghostrider430]

I subscribed for 2 reasons. One is for the amazing work you do. And second for taking so much time to reply to every comment. People rarely do that. Really appreciate the hard work you've put into your work and this channel. Kudos to u Broda !!

[@theghostrider430]

Exactly....

[@StevensFix]

Hi Dheemanth Bhandarkar! Thank you for your kind words and for subscribing. I feel that youtube is a social media platform and it's my responsibility to not only try and give you the best content that I can but also to be social. If it wasn't for you watching and for you subscribing, I wouldn't have a channel - that's why I love interacting with the comments. Cheers! :)

[@StevensFix]

Hi CactusDesert Furnace! I've seen you replying to a few comments here saying great, positive things about this video/channel. Thank you so much. It means a lot for a creator like me to have a channel ambassador like you. As for how I respond to those who disagree with my methods, I feel that most disagreements stem from a lack of clarity. Once people understand why I did what I did, they tend to agree with me. And if they don't at least they know I tried. Cheers! :)

[@przemektyrkin]

My, oh my, You are more than just a Swedish KZbinr.. It's truly amazing how much care and detail you put into the repairs....

[@mitchoconnell6944]

Beautiful

[@StevensFix]

Hi Mitch Oconnell! Thank you so much for your comment. It is really kind. Cheers! :)

[@sonofeloah]

All ready to go back to work again! I would use it!

[@StevensFix]

Hey Azri'el Collier! Thanks for the comment. It's such a good hammer :) if you're ever in Montreal, msg me and we'll hit some nails :)

[@dawneckert6622]

Sir, they make great silicone wedding bands. Great for those that work with tools. I kept getting nervous when u saw your band near the tools! Stay safe. And beautiful work, loved the video.

[@StevensFix]

Hi Dawn Eckert! Thank you for your comment. You are very right. Although, I would be more afraid to lose my ring than losing my finger. I guess my priorities are a little off balance. Cheers! :)

[@Chanteuse66]

@@StevensFix I was going to comment about this as well. As for worrying about the ring, well if you get it caught on something, the finger AND the ring will be gone. My BIL, who operates heavy equipment, said something like, "I may lose a finger, but I'm gonna keep wearing my wedding ring." He lost his finger less than two weeks later, and the ring was just a flattened twist of metal. PLEASE don't risk it!!

[@stanleycarlock5624]

Excellent restoration. Beautiful handle!