Inside Big Ben's Makeover

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[@Samuel_J1]

This is a fantastic video guys! I've never seen Elizabeth Tower in such intricate detail and learning the insane logistics of the project is pretty mind-blowing and fascinating!

[@elrayocustodio6565]

Emmm... Haven't you seen Mary Poppins?

[@yengsabio5315]

Hello! May I please know what that red flower's name is? And what is its significance to the tower? Thank you!

[@jayfitmob8645]

I never knew it was called Elizabeth Tower. I always knew it as Big Ben... so I thank you for giving me the proper terminology.

[@yammmit]

Crafty Barstool what’s that and how is it relevant? not clicking on a random link.

[@craftybarstool2830]

@@yammmit not relevant just view mongering or maby relevant im isolating so making craft idea videos

[@sjoroverpirat]

They really are working around the clock.

[@jayfitmob8645]

Is this the TIME for puns? 😂🤘

[@RandomLifeOfDarren]

Have got to HAND it to you. That was a good pun

[@theraginginfernape9496]

Dang. Y'all really CLOCKING in these puns

[@benhaushalter5067]

Stop Clock hammer time

[@jayfitmob8645]

We threw a bunch of seed around Big Ben, but we only grew Thyme.

[@ethanbeal]

It’s honestly so weird seeing the tower up this close.

[@joevictor53]

I think that's probably why half the people came to this video. I know that's why I clicked

[@holeefuk6936]

Once in a lifetime opportunity

[@spartan963300]

It's pretty cool, so much detail that you'd never see from the street

[@creativename1590]

ikr it's gigantic

[@PowerByGum]

Weired flex

[@Deproelior]

"the workers tucked little messages in the cracks, wishing us well" - (doesn't show them) feels bad man

[@BeckVMH]

Had the same thought. Given their age and likely fragile condition, they were surely stored in archives. I would assume and trust they will place those on public display at some point.

[@jasperfk]

There are similar messages in the York Minster from hundreds of years ago. I believe there’s a bit of graffiti that fundamentally says ‘Choir practice is too cold’ which has been traced back to the 16th century. I love historical messages like that!

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

Right?!?

[@CalebRoyal99]

I assume that was something he was told had happened at the beginning of the project years ago when the work began so there would be no footage for him to record

[@nonelost1]

"You are reading this note because it fell through the cracks! S'time to get off your arse and get to rebuilding her again boys!"

[@cgrcowboy]

I hope Notre Dame is restored this way, and not 'modernized'

[@CheeseMiser]

Well they said it will be rebuilt just as it used to look

[@BlatentlyFakeName]

Except for no smoking signs :D

[@alleybubble3316]

Great Hun. same

[@animegirl8033]

@Great Hun. dude Nôtre d'âme is the center of Paris, even France. She is the heart of France, the country donated a billion euros to repair her.

[@vanimapermai]

Nope they won't

[@johanrijhkelaar3627]

Can’t wait for it to be completed, been in London for over 3 years now and I’ve had enough of looking into scaffolding 🤦‍♂️😂

[@TEENYcharma]

Excuse me.. 3 years?!

[@Jason-Clark235]

@@TEENYcharma yes it’s been ages since it last had no scaffolding

[@mutated__donkey5840]

@@TEENYcharma he said it started in 2017

[@DavidBcc]

That’s government for you.

[@colemanbubar5098]

@@DavidBcc European government no less

[@Runconna]

Much respect for correcting flawed data and digitizing everything to make it easier for future restorers.

[@emjayay]

It's amazing the changes in everything that digitization/computers had brought to everything like this. Like instantly knowing where each part of it is and at what stage of work. It would have taken millions of pages of files and hundreds of people to keep track of all of that, and a lot of it not even possible only a couple decades ago.

[@blubbber]

@@emjayay question is, how much of that will be useful in couple decades from now. Try to open digitised files from 20 years ago. Either you miss the drives to read the data or the programs that can. It won't be much different in 20 years from now, yet alone in 100 years or so when the next renovation will take place.

[@dcase84]

@@blubbber This type of technology is not going to be obsolete in 20 years. The DXF file was introduced in 1982 and is still commonly used today; that's 39 years ago. 3D files are a bit different, but there's many ways to batch convert or upgrade them to the latest format.

[@rodgerp.639]

@@blubbber It's possible that they are creating a printed version, just in case. Of course, you might need a huge building to store the printouts.

[@AicyDC]

@@blubbber I'd say that now data formats are a lot more standardised and most are here to stay. Protocols such as TCP (server handshake to check connection), ASCII (formatting text in binary) , SMTP (email protocol) have been around for 50+ years because they got standardised early.

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Honestly, I don’t know how you’re not on TV, like Netflix or NatGeo. What a great channel and fantastic videos! Thank you for all your hard work. It’s very much appreciated.

[@AllanLaal]

because TV is dead. KZbin is now the place to be

[@Locutus]

Why go on Netflix or National Geo, when you can have your own channel???

[@TheGameHub]

probably makes more money from this and has pure freedom of control over creativity

[@pyeltd.5457]

They should be on VHS and all

[@dougn2350]

Cable Television used to have intellectual channels like this. But cable content creators soon realized these channels are way over the comprehension of the avg veiwer. So now we have dumbass shows like Britain has Talent and World Wrestling Federation to please the moronic masses.

[@ajzebadua]

This was great to watch, it's such an iconic structure. It'd require a bit of a trip, but, a worthwhile and similar restoration job is the one currently ongoing to the Canadian Parliament on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

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Mind-boggling to think we get access to this level of content for free.

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Is your Internet bill free? Your phone contract free? Your electricity bill free? I pay for all of those to browse the Internet when I wish.

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[@AwkwardYet]

Reminds me of how good discovery channel used to be

[@JHA854]

Obviously as someone from the UK, you see this on TV or in London and it just looks normal. But you don't really realize the detail and workmanship that went into constructing and maintaining it. It really is a work of art.

[@AndyJ_Media]

This video gives out a whole new perspective in the restoration of this famous clocktower many of us online would have never seen before. The level of hand-detail of the structure from the glass panels in the face of the clock and the decorative stonework around the tower is truly mind-blowing and big respect and much applause to these workers!

[@barryjacobs8524]

Money well spent. Big Ben will be a master piece when it is finished. She will look beautiful again. There is craftsmen still out there, all I can say is Thankyou for restoring a gem that will shine bright again.

[@stevepashley795]

Absolutely, the most wonderful video I have ever seen. I went through BB about 30 years ago what a magnificent structure. No wonder England is so proud of such a beautiful structure

[@Duffyyy94]

Love how you are really getting involved with the filming.

[@marquamfurniture]

Makes one proud to be British. (I'm not. But I greatly admire the country.)

[@changyang1230]

Is it the first time we see the face behind that voice in this channel?

[@andrewputnam2717]

@@changyang1230 no he's shown his face in a couple of videos

[@jamesjohnmoss8130]

I have said it before, and after this post, I will likely say it again. Another great message supporting the great things the British building industry does. Well done B1M keep up the good work. The message will be understood.

[@mihran79]

I'm so happy I had the chance to visit the tower, such a masterpiece!

[@Boofatcha]

I've been keeping track of the restoration from across the pond. It's looking great, cheers from the USA!

[@Mikepaws]

As a Londoner I look forward to seeing it fully restored! Its an excellent breakdown of what is happening, and why the project has the costs it does that not seen covered in many other publications. Great stuff!

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[@MrJustin2105]

I mean i did come

[@josephwilliams3342]

spunk

[@magix4152]

@@MrJustin2105 coomer

[@colin.chaffers]

For 15 years I drove from Hampshire to the East End of London every working day, I would always try to hit Parliament square at 6am to hear Big Ben, awesome video

[@coreywilliams1454]

Bit sad that fella.

[@Nothingmajor777]

@@coreywilliams1454 knock it down? is it a racist building?

[@coreywilliams1454]

@@Nothingmajor777 What? How does me saying he is a bit of a sad loser mean I would Big Ben knocked down?

[@TurnItUp_official_]

@@coreywilliams1454 its not really sad but ok

[@sonalipradhan6663]

*5:23** He Tries To Feel The Texture While Having Gloves On.🤣👏🏻*

[@plushiez_show8827]

He was trying to touch it not feel it

[@dashwolf8057]

You can feel through gloves...

[@nuntana2]

Guessing not allowed to touch the face un gloved

[@Isaac2012YT]

Yes you not allowed

[@Andrewjg_89]

Big Ben is the most iconic buildings that London is very proud of. And will be iconic for thousands of years to come.

[@metalinyourhead3604]

Last summer was the first time I’d been back to England since I was a baby, and what happens when I go to Big Ben? It’s covered by scaffolding.... figures 😂

[@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255]

Metal In Your Head you know it’s comin of on 2021

[@thereallostwalker8337]

@@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255 good thing everyone has the finances to go to London whenever they want

[@47fortyseven47]

It's not much of a sight anyway with or without scaffolding

[@nuntana2]

So basically you’ve never seen it lol

[@afro_5345]

I can finally understand what is going on with Big Ben. Seeing it hidden during my visit in November was a bit disappointing. Great work!

[@alvinwoodsen]

I miss London! Hope to visit London soon after the pandemic

[@Knuckle_Sandwich_Hand_Wraps]

21st century makeover, it is now the Emirates Clock Tower.

[@joerod7526]

LOL....OR WORST.

[@Eraeraeric]

I never knew how drastic the changes would be on this beautiful landmark! Can't wait to see it finished!

[@mikemccartney9184]

This project is so important not just for the British but internationally. It's like our Opera house in Australia. Really impressed with the works. Looks like ground breaking work for the Westminiter Palace as well.

[@thetechoasis2179]

Would love to Visit the Opera House, in fact id love to visit Australia, its been this POM's wish since a child and i still haven't managed to do it.

[@G0DKING]

Great Hun. ?

[@TurnItUp_official_]

@@G0DKING ignore him, he's like that idiot in the comments ya know

[@arifazahar5566]

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[@redsquirrel1086]

It's quite emotional seeing Big Ben for the first time. It is one of the world's most iconic structures.

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[@jadser1]

The notes from the previous generations must have been an amazing find.

[@jayfitmob8645]

Yes. Tampa Theater built in 1926 I had the pleasure of remodeling. 9 million dollars in paint for a thousand square foot area. It was truly a blessing to be involved in that project, and seeing the signatures of the people that played the organ in 1930 and 1935 and 1940 and artists that had been there was incredible.

[@l0rdcroissant]

that's freakn amazing and beautiful how Europe cares to look after it's historical buildings

[@TurnItUp_official_]

Ik we do look after the old buildings as they look so beautiful😍

[@daffyducklovestowooohoo4255]

L0rdCROISSANT she’s so perfect

[@stevesloan7132]

Absolutely beautiful! A true work of art that all of humanity can be proud of. Thank you so much United Kingdom!

[@jesswright8279]

I love that have left messages of good luck tucked into the nooks and crannies and I hope the current craftsmen did the same. It really does look stunning now.

[@leeenglandland2978]

I done the Big Ben tour in 2013 and it was well with it. To stand behind the clock face and be there when it strikes 12 o'clock was worth the three month wait for the tour. I loved climbing the 300 steps to the top.

[@rs9815]

“21st century makeover” they’re gonna replace the clock face with a giant digital clock

[@peckelhaze6934]

Good grief!!!

[@emilykalunga3510]

_when you realise that was on the _*_simpsons_*

[@m101ist]

No way 😲

[@icmeler2000]

No way, Old Boy! 🕛🔔🔔🔔🕛

[@m101ist]

Will they also have a electronic chime for the bell sound? 😳

[@f142007]

I am a simple man. I see B1M. I press like.

[@OrdinaryJoe12]

f142007 your a simp

[@nil0603]

@@OrdinaryJoe12 😭🤣

[@nealtailor]

genuinely a fascinating video. Makes you appreciate the work that has been done on Elizabeth Tower and better understand to what detail the restoration has taken place.

[@moniquej2997]

I went to London in June 2019 and was a bit disappointed to see some of parliament and Elizabeth tower covered in the scaffolding but it gives me a reason to go back to that wonderful and vibrant city ❤️❤️❤️

[@CaliWaliDoDaDay]

I wish everyone could look at this amazing structure and realize how blessed we really are. God Bless

[@michaelandrews6650]

She’s truly a beautiful tower

[@1eastmandem1]

It’s a ‘he’ 😉

[@bigchap5794]

1 Step Ahead “Elizabeth tower”

[@andycole366]

The bell is a He The tower itself is a She

[@1eastmandem1]

SGT Bigboi “Big Ben”

[@fauzirahimpohan3130]

It's "IT" 🙄

[@TheMrratty123]

The B1M is my favourite channel on KZbin. Thank you for keeping me entertained during lockdown!

[@thebomb78]

2 things: the way he touches/rubs the clock 😂 And I'd like to have seen the notes from the previous workers

[@patton303]

I’m a professional drummer and percussionist from the USA and avid British history junkie. So I was curious and did some math. Since it’s opening day in 1859 until today, 26th of October 2021, the Big Ben bell instrument alone has chimed 9,167,340 times. This does not include the various brief stoppages such as the two years during WWI and the current restoration. So I’d conservatively put that figure somewhere around 9,000,000 strikes of the hammer mallet on the Big Ben instrument! Also, the hammer mallet has continuously struck the same small contact area of its surface for almost its entire existence but the ablation wear depth has only been about 2-3mm. It is slightly cracked but those Victorians really built quality stuff to last. Or more accurately, The Whitechapel Bell Foundry who cast it. It’s astonishing. Peace!

[@garethwilkinson3456]

The ultimate symbol of Britain. Good work. Thanks.

[@karldelavigne8134]

Seeing this makes you wonder how on earth the Elizabeth Tower, and the rest of the Palace of Westminster, was built in the 1840s and 50s with hand tools, wooden scaffolding, ropes, and a vast number of skilled labourers - much like the cathedrals of the Middle Ages, but those often took several hundred years to complete!

[@AlexS-oj8qf]

The Wonder of Victorian Engineering! 👍

[@robertcook2572]

I often wonder where mediaeval worshippers held their services whilst they waited for the local church or cathedral to be completed!

[@adam_p99]

Karl Delavigne I’ve worked as a roofer and a scaffolder on university buildings that date back to the 1200’s. I’ve often thought about this too. Especially when I find old tools, wooden nails and other items left behind by my predecessors.

[@karldelavigne8134]

@@adam_p99 The quantity of wooden scaffolding must have been tremendous: I imagine the bars and beams would have been something like ash, maybe even oak, the weight of which would have been considerable. My house, which is from the 1790s, has large sheets of cast lead roofing, of a thickness equivalent to Code 10. I know how heavy even rolls of flashing can be! And these had to be hoisted up, rested on boards, then moved and worked on. There were probably large pulleys drawn by shire horses for these sorts of weights, or by the 19th century some type of cranking mechanism.

[@BarfusWOW]

i'm impressed that someone presenting a show called the tower "big ben" when it's the bell's name........

[@BeckVMH]

When they’re finished, I wonder if they would service my grandfather’s pocket watch.

[@jakeeka2331]

I thought they were just doing maintenance. This is amazing! I’m excited to see it when it’s all complete!

[@peterd788]

Just imagine what's involved in the multi-billion pound renovation of the Palace of Westminster.

[@dawktlunn6853]

if I had a pound for every clock pun in the comments of this video, i’d be rich as hell.

[@weeiirdo2178]

cotter jamezy cotter and i clocked what YOU did there

[@godfearingheathen]

They're just winding you up.

[@ferdgreenblatt6011]

Is there still such a thing as a Guinea?

[@flavoursofsound]

You mean, you could buy a Rolex

[@SaturnCanuck]

Amazing. One of your best so far. The shot of you standing on the scaffolding and ten panning up to the clock face gave me chills. Thank you for this.

[@Squicx]

I'm so happy I get to witness this in my lifetime!

[@Ynhockey]

I've been following the channel since very close to its inception, and this is one of your best videos so far. Keep it up!

[@PeterShieldsukcatstripey]

what a privilege to see this.

[@sparky5543]

00:45 When he reached out and touched the bell, I got goosebumps. I am not from the UK, nor have I ever been there, but I hold the greatest respect for the people and the country. That could have easily been a 2-3 hour video and I would have watched every second. Eleven minutes is very disappointing.

[@wakwakwakc337]

@Great Hun. what

[@johngullo9420]

This channel never fails to delight and inform. One of my favorite channels. Keep up the great work Fred

[@MrMentalSoul]

This channel is such a gem. Thanks for all the work you do to bring us these truly insightful and entertaining videos!

[@dc8236]

This video makes me proud to be British, hope you make a tv program that’s longer about how this work was carried out.

[@toamastar]

This was so amazing!! We should all be very lucky we got to see this so in depth. 14M to restore a national landmark is surprisingly modest! Thank you so much for this, was awesome to see all the details up close, you are very lucky to have touched the clock face :)

[@pheakay]

80 million

[@stormingfox8360]

Beautiful work. I was confused by the colors until It was shown that was the original design. Wonderful how to point they are bringing Big Ben back to life!

[@blackchang1981]

Another great video. It is going to be a gorgeous update once it is done. Hopefully I will get a chance to see it when it is complete. Love and respect from NJ in the U.S.A.

[@osamahaldoaiss]

I was in London right before the current pandemic with my sister-in-law from the US and she was really upset, that she couldn't see the Big Ben. I will show her this video, it will make her feel better. 😊

[@TheB1M]

It's tough to see it covered up. You can't really take in how majestic it is from photos. But it will all be worth it when that scaffolding comes down. You must come back and see it when it's finished - great excuse for another trip to London!! Hope you're staying safe at the moment ✊

[@osamahaldoaiss]

@@TheB1M we are planning on doing that for sure. I hope all the workers are staying safe and can get back to finishing it up in good health. Thank you for this video and these insights. 🤗

[@spunkymonkie]

Lovely video , looking forward to seeing the Elizabeth Tower in all her glory

[@nickonet101]

Would love to see a video on the House’s of Parliament’s and how that restoration is going.

[@krashd]

@Paige Lambert Anglo-American is a thing.

[@joemanton2340]

@Paige Lambert ?

[@RaymondHng]

@Paige Lambert I think he's referring to the House of Commons and the House of Lords, the two chambers of the UK Parliament.

[@yorkaseona4025]

@Paige Lambert The UK is the USAs best Ally.

[@thetechoasis2179]

@Paige Lambert you know some people are Both. like me Born in America to British parents. i live in the UK though and have a kind of mixed accent its weird lol

[@slayyvidd]

I love the new irl videos, you’ve really upped the quality of these videos, well done

[@irishtaz44017]

We saw the Tower in 2016, again with the scaffolding in place in 2018, & was suppose to be there this fall. Due to the COVID-19, we will be returning next year & cannot wait to see the restoration!! Thank you for the video which explained so well what is being done!

[@leeenglandland2978]

I took the tour of Big Ben in 2013 and it was wonderful, but I cannot believe they are installing a lift. I alway new it as St. Stephen's Tower and did not know that it was renamed Elizabeth Tower.

[@SteveAndAlexBuild]

Superb video , so interesting to see the amazing work taking place on this iconic building, thanks 🧱👍🏼

[@johnkipp9543]

Wow! This makes me want to be British. What a beautiful and historic landmark, and what an inspirational and memorable video!

[@user-jo1bs9hl5x]

If you think Britain is how the news makes it out then your in for a shock you would probably get shanked on your first day for not buying some weed off a little teenager

[@riyadinho6795]

}{ yes whatever there’s these problems in every country

[@BlatentlyFakeName]

@@user-jo1bs9hl5x Only if you go somewhere like hackney. 99% of the stabbings are certain scumbag locals stabbing each other, so unless you fall in to that category who cares.

[@callumw1597]

@@user-jo1bs9hl5x If you think Britain is only stabbings then you live in a really shitty council estate

[@ThatMikotan]

I really like this video! One thing I don't see mentioned is the crazy amount of detail and ornamentation that the clock and its faces have, details that you can really only see when you're standing next to it! A truly once in a lifetime opportunity and I'm glad you shared with everyone!

[@thatcrazybritishlad6328]

I've been Living in London for the Past 5 years and Listening to Big Ben In its full glory again Is gonna be my last wish 😂

[@cindybogart6062]

This video was great!! What a beautiful piece of architecture this tower is. I never knew the detailing was so intricate & beautiful with colour. May it stand for many more years.

[@Pfromm007]

Truly incredible, can't wait to see and hear her again.

[@terrystephens1102]

A fantastic refurbishment of an international iconic structure. Thanks for a very informative episode, Fred. 😃👌👌👌👏👏👏

[@AlbertoHernandez-qy4ze]

Big Ben, is the soul of a great nation. I'm proud to live in this land of great men and women. 🇬🇧💔💋

[@stevepashley795]

What a wonderful video. I've watched it twice. Thank you so much for bringing this video to light. Thank you

[@Wildlifesupernannyfan]

It's being refurbished during COVID19 so it will repeat history again. What a privilege to see the tower being done up.

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

I absolutely love, to see workers who are enthused to be part of the team that is responsible for the restoration of there national landmarks. I am from the United States of America and wish you all the best such an endeavor.

[@garylbowler]

Totally amazing and brilliantly presented!

[@gomezz8531]

Actually brought a little tear to a patriotic eye ...

[@jimmyyys]

Hahahahaha are u serious? U cried over a clock?

[@gomezz8531]

@@jimmyyys I guess your A, Unpatriotic. B, a sniveling lefty , or C, less than 40 yrs old Bin Ben is One of the most recognisable buildings in the world , also Bens Bongs remind me of my younger days when it was part of the opening titles for News at Ten.

[@jwilson2042]

And my late uncle, William Sanders, was one of those who left their mark when restoring the Tower in the 1950s. We’re very proud. 💗

[@step4796]

Great to see that thay have time on their side😎🇮🇪 I'd say thay should be Finished on time😁

[@timothyonipad]

That’s a really amazing video I always see the Big Ben in London and its so amazing to see it closer and inside and know what’s going on can’t wait until it’s fully done

[@ghastly356]

Hiya, great video, was wondering where you got the footage of the damaged clock tower at 5:57 and whether you could direct me to it? I’m a history student and I didn’t realise the clock tower was so poorly damaged! Thanks!

[@itsshow710]

I'm a bit late in responding here but I'm almost certain that image is in fact a drawing

[@Citizen-of-theworld]

I had a tour up there a few years ago just before the works started. Fantastic experience. Amazing building

[@Citizen-of-theworld]

I loved how they still used penny weights to fine tune the clock pendulum to keep the time accurate through the seasons.

[@_BSH_1971]

Amazing! I hope to visit London one day, and get to see this in person. So much history is held within this tower. Thanks for sharing.

[@MISSCOOKIE41]

OMG. UK. I LOVE #BIGBEN ❤️MAGNIFECENT, Beautiful Clock. Fascinating work on BIG BEN.

[@Ohboypizzaplanet]

"We build it [scaffolding] from the ground up, to the top" Me: How would you build it from the ground up to the bottom?

[@984francis]

Ah. Hmm🤔

[@raypitts4880]

invert it.

[@thomasewing2656]

Build it from the top down.

[@fuzz1252]

A helicopter

[@justin.booth.]

Actually quite possible, this is done whenever work is needed on the top of a building, it simply attaches to the building itself.

[@jamescombs2118]

Congrats Fred, your family must be very proud of you for sharing your nation's heritage with the world.

[@slapyoknees2426]

It still saddens me till this day that I couldn't photograph the iconic Big Ben and take photos of myself with it in its full glory when I visited London in June 2019 because it was scaffolded for restoration. I hope I'll get to visit London again after the pandemic ends.

[@brad5426]

On the flip side, you visited Big Ben in the rare times we will ever seen it in scaffolds. But with the construction over, hopefully we can all enjoy Big Ben home and abroad one day soon!

[@herpsenderpsen]

This is so weird, i was reading about the renovation of the palace of Westminster yesterday

[@ralfoide]

Thank you so much for this documentary. It was a really interesting take on this project, and the details on the BIM usage where especially captivating.

[@ochoawolfpack]

ive heard of this restoration from a few years ago and me wacthing this video is amazing to see such detail and some history.

[@dave900575]

Great video. As someone who will likely never visit London I really appreciate this up close look.

[@marlonelias]

Fred Mills is in the video!.!. One of the most amazing thing that happens during this Pandemic!.!. Keep it up!.!.

[@TheB1M]

Haha, you're welcome!

[@TheStealthyGoat]

Sources say the Big Ben XS Pro will have a better front facing camera, and thinner bezels

[@joetee9135]

Lol 😂

[@pyeltd.5457]

And no headphones jack so we can’t hear the bong any more on a amplified PA sound system.

[@kyleterry5190]

But is it 5g tho?

[@aehkzin7160]

Imagine listening to the Big Ben clock on headphones... all that noise going straight into your eardrums.

[@Alaois]

Long live Enormous Edward! Best alarm clock!

[@dogwithhat947]

It’s beautiful I might go travel across the pond in person just to see it