1930s Flashlight Restoration-Niagara Searchlight - Kipkay Restored

I found this 85 year old flashlight lantern at a yard sale and restored it to it's original 1934 condition! I also gave it a 21st Century upgrade. Welcome to Kipkay Restored.
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[@kipkay]

*Thank you for checking out my new series of restoration videos! I will be restoring old gadgets and toys and take suggestions on what you'd like to see me restore. Share this video with your friend! Thanks for watching.*

[@reddishf0x237]

@kipkay I loved it! If you are looking for a challenge, I'm on gmail, reddishf0x, and I will send you a swing arm toaster to restore, from 1920. I'd love to see the video!

[@bigteo90]

id love to see you restore a stirling engine

[@christianelzey9703]

Great idea! Keep them coming!

[@menahanna8220]

can you restore this channel to how it use to be with make magazine like 8 years back?

[@kipkay]

@@reddishf0x237 Excellent email me at [e-mail]

[@LetsRestoreIt]

You should definitely keep doing these! It was great!

[@kipkay]

Glad you liked it. I'm going to love doing these.

[@LetsRestoreIt]

kipkay Awesome!!

[@antiisocial]

Yep

[@Lhoizae]

I agree

[@chickensfloat7427]

@@kipkay pls keep doint these lol

[@sandorpecsora2434]

Now these are the type of videos why I subscribed God knows how many years ago!

[@stephenmorgan9841]

7yrs

[@sandorpecsora2434]

@@stephenmorgan9841 :D

[@kipkay]

Thanks for watching all these years.

[@sandorpecsora2434]

@@kipkay Thanks for being awesome!

[@stephenmorgan9841]

Sandor lol

[@bigchief190]

Awesome of you to start doing restoration videos, been watching your channel for years and this will be great addition.

[@kipkay]

Thanks for watching all these years!

[@patkonelectric]

Are you kidding me? Restoration videos? It's a totally awesome idea! 🙃

[@762jeremy]

idle?

[@Roc790]

Ideal? You mean "idea"

[@dyllman98]

Would love to see more restoration videos especially on ancient electronics!

[@foureyedchick]

Check out Mr Carlson's Lab. He restores vacuum tube radios from the 1930s.

[@bybib18]

This is awesome. I love how the "upgrade" is easily switched if you want to keep the older look to the light output.

[@only257]

Dillon M yeah it would be cool if he had restored a 1970s tonka truck toy😜

[@kipkay]

Thanks for the suggestion. There's a few of them on YT so I'll probably try to find different things. There's all kinds of rust out there.

[@BobMonkeypimp]

I'd have used warmer LEDs but I enjoyed it regardless.

[@mysticpower7]

woah cant believe you're still active i can remember all the old tutorial vids wich my dad would never let me do :D. Cool to see you're still active

[@kipkay]

Yes I took about a month off preparing this new series.

[@mysticpower7]

@@kipkay Nice but i mean more like years ago like 10 years lol

[@stephenmonteiro3918]

This feels like you've gotten back to the heart of the channel. Love your videos, but this is absolutely where you shine!

[@RealJackHQ]

The sanding of the reflector was my favorite part. Bringing anything to a shine always brings a riveting sense of anticipation.

[@anson0721]

Quite satisfying to see the lantern become more modern!

[@DaRUde117]

YES PLEASE KIPKAY!!! THIS IS WHAT I'M TALKING ABOUT! I'm glad I stuck around even after all these years of inactivity and weird content, but im glad you're going back to your roots. Keep it up!

[@bryanpadilla8711]

Man I've been watching your videos on and off since i was like 14 i dig these videos a lot. I'm glad i started watching again

[@kipkay]

And I'm glad you're back!

[@andrewbenge2040]

Dear God, please do more like this. It's so soothing.

[@andrewbenge2040]

I mean, yes, keep up the other stuff too, obviously, but I'd love to see more of this

[@coondogtheman]

Kipkay good call on this series. I've been watching a lot of restoration videos on youtube. I now have a favorite restoration channel. keep doing these.

[@kipkay]

Great!

[@kikar92]

I like the final touche for the light

[@12345gunsful]

EAsily one of the best restore videos out there kipkay ! Would love to see more

[@theblinkstykrab3106]

Kipkay, please acknowledge the like/dislike ratio on these types of videos compared to your product review videos. This is the content we subscribed for!!

[@joeypatzer1923]

This is one of the coolest videos you’ve made ever. Good job kip

[@ColombianComplain]

Kipkay and restorations, the most ambitious cross over event of our lives. Love it

[@saschathiede]

Great! I've been waiting a long time for some original content and here you are. I hope to see more videos of this kind!

[@kipkay]

You will! Thanks for watching.

[@alfie5281]

Its Crazy To Think Pepole Actually Used This! I Think You Should Trace Back To Find A Brand "New" Unused One And Compair. Such An Inspirational Guy, I Really Appreciate Your Effort And Time You Spend Making These Videos. Good Job And Keep Doing What Your Doing 👌👍😜

[@e46bmwm3]

Absolutely Beautiful Seeing Something Like This Restored. Been Watching Since 2013 And Still Haven't Gotten Bored. Greetings From New Zealand!

[@bartmaster1234]

I've been subscribed to you for over ten years, back when you had those great innovative videos along with your content on MAKE Magazine. I have been disappointed with your recent videos, but this video is why I've stayed subscribed all these years. Keep it up, this is the kind of video that will put you back on the map.

[@BarisUnver]

This is already my favorite series in this channel!

[@pgmurph301]

A more mirror like and deeper reflector would make this even better.

[@kipkay]

Agree. Niagara factory closed up in 1942. 0 parts available for these little lights.

[@Wik3dNuTS4k]

@@kipkay you should've went to 5000 or higher to get it more mirror like

[@GreenEggsAndGraham]

@@Wik3dNuTS4k agreed .. none the less great vid

[@fabricatedego]

This was freaking awesome. It's videos that you have done like these and the battery charger in an altoid case that lead me to learning how to solder. Thank you KipKay

[@JasonLdee102]

THUMBS UP 👍 If KipKay should do more restoration videos and also bring back more how to’s, prank and life hacks videos!

[@The_Hanter]

Wow, kipkay started making restoration videos...I really like it 😀

[@Milly5216]

Im from Buffalo and my grandfather owns a powder coating business, I love this video!!!!!! Amazing problem solving, a freaking toaster oven???

[@Hopelek]

This reminds me of Kipkays golden age of DIY videos, so glad something similar is back!

[@yungchop6332]

Ive been watching your vids since like 2012!!! Your stuff is AWESOME!!! I was 9 at the time. You really sparked my curiosity into electronics and changed my life forever!!! Thanks so much Kipkay!!!!

[@kipkay]

+Harryson Why Thanks for watching!

[@Jeffreviews4u]

Impressive restoration!

[@officialpoof]

Never have I ever wanted a Sand Blasting box, and Powder Coating set more. Thanks, and just before Christmas too!

[@bikelanez7376]

I’m loving this vintage videos

[@jamesnyugien8767]

Yaaaay for KipKay. Its my almost 5 year anniversary of watching Kips videos. Now time to sub for more. I finally introduce Kip vids yo my science teacher before i graduated

[@photolabguy]

Kip, you need to definitely keep on doing videos like these. This is awesome and fresh content!

[@redstonecommander5190]

Great you’re back into the good All the days where you used to modify stuff

[@redsnow579]

I was hating the direction your channel was going but these restorations videos are the bees knees.

[@DordiHOTS]

love it, much better than product reviews. Also would love to see some more electronic building videos and DIY makers guides!

[@SomeAngryGuy1997]

The funniest thing about it is that it's still a perfectly usable flashlight by modern standards. Awesome.

[@MaxmadV8]

I manually searched for you to resub! You are still brilliant!

[@airzillarocks]

I have a Niagara Cub version of this lantern/flashlight that I found in my late brother's antique collection - It's in remarkable condition overall - It's now sitting on a shelf in my home theater - Pretty cool...\m/

[@darioavendano369]

Loved the DIY led light touch

[@GoatHeadWalletProdt]

I hope this becomes a series. This was awesome

[@interpol007]

Man, lighting technology has come a long way

[@gambitgambles]

This is actually one of your best videos

[@ThePokemon12345677]

This is a great idea of series!! Will definitely tune in

[@K4Lku]

Love the led twist at the end!!!

[@NickSilcox3]

You did an amazing work restoring that, it is very satisfying seeing what it looked before, and after. Impressive work!

[@TheMetroPhotographer]

Awesome. Hope to see more Kipkay restorations.

[@mohtashim5]

Kipkay i grew up watching your videos, this new series is something i look forward to. Keep pushing out great content! Always excited to learn something new from you. Stay healthy! Best wishes!

[@kipkay]

Thanks for sticking it out with me.

[@NightyNite94]

Very nice work would love to see more restoration videos

[@willlaflam]

I definitely like watching your restoration videos

[@exodo7727]

Nicely done KipKay keep up the good work I hope to see more restoration videos in the future I love these

[@markwallace8777]

Wow that was awesome!!...nice job...keep them coming.

[@HaslamCorp]

Looks great, Kip. Excellent job.

[@TrueLoveEternal]

Awesome, restore whatever you find. I really enjoyed it.

[@NanoPolymer]

Keep it up. It's a real pleasure to look at. A similar lamp I had also times.

[@jsmits8]

This was real fun to see. Thank you for sharing.

[@iced_coffeelvr1069]

I would love some more restoration videos!

[@libbyfan]

I love your Trans PFP! Very cute!

[@TMS5100]

Love the recreated card stock insert!

[@ended-randomcreations]

Ahh yes this channel Been watching since my childhood

[@saskmuddinatv]

Nice work on this! I enjoyed this a lot.

[@MeMyselfAndKgore]

I expect not many people will care about this video/series but I think it's great and super interesting

[@branmulp]

fantastic as always

[@VolpeInCalze]

That's the lip okay I remember. Miss the weekend projects.

[@Paulnikon]

Beautiful. Will be perfect for the next power outage.

[@RamClaw]

Loved this KipKay!

[@paganpyro539]

This! Need more of this!

[@bob5589]

Restoration is my latest youtube sub addiction. I've been subbed to you for I don't know how long. Please keep doing these, I like you being in this catagory!

[@AgentX619]

well done, keep it up, i especially like the upgrade touch at the end, its unique compared to other restoration videos

[@SgtBaker0707]

cool video and great project, I hope to see more

[@Imthesoulofthes]

Damn , i havent watched this channel in years i still remember that choclate cat turd episode and this was great!

[@scotthaddad563]

.........and Kip-Kay jumps onto the “Restoration “ bandwagon with avengeance! Now I want a powder coat rig.

[@4MEStudios]

Mr. Eaton would indeed be proud! Really well done! I look forward to other restoration projects in the future!

[@marty01957]

Very, Very nice, Kipkay!

[@brendakrieger7000]

Love this new series!

[@jamescollins6085]

That was an amazing result, it looks like it was just manufactured. Thanks for the good video.

[@sabrinafisher5381]

i actually have this exact latern the only difference between the two is that instead of the back panel coming off, my front panel plus light cone comes off. this is awesome I never thought i'd see Someone restoring one let alone know what they are.

[@williepirie5329]

Awesome project sir I can’t wait to see what you do next 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheOborune]

I love this kinda video, glad to see you doing them. Love your content.

[@apurvsharma1261]

Hey kipkay hope you are good, watching you since sooo long live from Indi

[@JomasterTheSecond]

There's nothing wrong with another couple restoration videos in my subscription feed.

[@AwesomeBrony]

Beautiful! 👌 Definitely love to see more restoration videos!

[@xspaddriver]

Great video and now looking forward to some more.

[@minecrafterfun]

Good job man! Can't wait for the next restoration

[@FllashLight]

This series is a good idea!

[@notadamkhan]

I hope this series is a success!!

[@kipkay]

Tell the KZbin "gods". Lol

[@crazyivan030983]

Everybody is doing a restorations, Come on baby do the locomotion :) cool video Sir :) greetings from Poland :)

[@kipkay]

Thanks!

[@crazyivan030983]

@@kipkay You are welcome :)

[@skreennaim02]

Wonderful! Looking forward to more!

[@Henry00]

Brilliant! This amazed me several times, would keep coming back for more videos like it! I believe you may have finally found the next incredible thing that combines all of your skills!

[@Lola-Lola88]

Bravo!!! Enjoying these!

[@user-lw8jk6nv7l]

It looks amazing! I'm so happy to see you still making good videos. I've been subscribed for almost 10 years (in total, had to get a new account), so I hope to make it another 10 years!

[@kipkay]

Wow! An OG Sub. nice.

[@alexv4434]

Love this new video Kipkay! Hope to see more restoration videos of yours. I've been watching your videos since metacafe. Glad you are posting DIY again

[@TheDro]

now install a rechargeable LiPo & High Powered LEDs!!

[@BobMonkeypimp]

Lithium Ion would be more usable in the lamp. LiPos are a little too explode-ey & don't like sitting with charge.

[@TheDro]

@@BobMonkeypimp thanks for the correction, still learning!

[@MIW_Renegade]

@@TheDro we were all learning about this stuff at one point. I made these Same mistakes in my videos lol

[@evelio0]

Nice restomod! I dig the new segment. Keep it up man!

[@kipkay]

Thanks for watching!

[@Ace_of_Horns]

Great video man, I would love to own one of those. I think it'd make a nice reading light and be very decorative for my bedroom.

[@kipkay]

They are pretty awesome. You can find the Niagra Junior's on Ebay but not this one.

[@Ace_of_Horns]

@@kipkay Aaah I can't believe you replied, I'm honored! Awesome I will look around online & see if I find one.

[@josedasilva8924]

Now we are cooking. Excellent video

[@tlbelknap]

This was a great video. Right up my alley. Peace.