One Dollar Plier Restoration Challenge...

[@johnkelley9877]

Great restoration! They are beautiful looking. I was surprised too to know that the handles had grips on them. You give a lot of really helpful information. Thanks for posting this.

[@scaleautoworkshop4426]

You had a seniors moment. I laughed outloud. Great pair of pliers, well done. Vaughn

[@leebrewer1190]

Very cool pliers - I have seen these iron workers' pliers before and had not idea what they were. Great job! Man those little needle nose pliers came out nice! Moving into the new digs next Wednesday....cannot wait to get the new shop set up and start restoring some new finds I picked up! Thanks again for yet another great video!😊

[@Brian-Burke]

Nice work. I love how the grime works itself out of the rivet like that. Another satisfying process.

[@michaelcoceski5442]

Just recently I also switched from double to triple blade shavers. To my amazement I got over 40 shaves (true) out of my first shaver. Thank you for the tip... with the plastic cover on I'm bound to get over 80. ...........When you first showed the red handles I honestly thought that was post restoration. That must be the best value for $2 I've seen. Stay healthy.

[@stevef8993]

The shaving story really make me laugh!! We've all done some crazy things from time to time. I'm forever looking for my glasses when they're actually sitting on my head. Those pliers came out awesome!! Never would have thought there were nice rubber handles under the tape. Great score for a buck each.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Steve! The sparks showed they are really hard and made well! =) Score! LOL

[@Traderjoe]

I love both style of these types of pliers. They came out great! Jacktown has the best deals around and the people were all nice.

[@michaelpugh4894]

Absolutely a beautiful restoration.

[@tfknauss]

Nice set of pliers now... I hear you John, I was just telling my buddy today how 40s I was feeling the changes, but now in the 50s,, holy cow the body and mind are getting slower lol,, all is good though. I can recall my Dad and Grandpa talking about it, and them telling me,, you wait,, it will happen to you too! Take care Pal, thanks.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Todd- Yes! I remember my father who was twice the man I am telling me how I will feel the effects of age... =) Thanks!!!

[@MrDoeboy356]

Man do I love pliers. I have several drawers full. Never enough. They came out awesome buddy.

[@lordvengerx]

Man these turned out fantastic. The restoration really helped these out. Great job scout :3

[@alexstools]

Thanks for cutting the week in half Scout! Great job on the pliers, I'm a fan of the craftsman ones. All the stupid things I do an forget now, can't imagine what it will be when I get older, and I'm only 27 jet... The tape, I'm really thinking somebody put those on when new to protect the handles, they damage so easily and I hardly see damage on yours.

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Hi John, thanks I learn something new everyday as I would have just run the knife through the tape. Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺

[@georgechambers3197]

Funny the older I get the more I find things quit happening. 😁 Nice pliers too. Thanks for the video!

[@saigaking]

What a nice set of pliers the craftsman embellishments look fantastic I was amazed to see red handles under the tape the 50/ 50 mix that you used can I use any transmission fluid and as-atone or doesn’t have to be certain types also what wire brushes do you use for the dremal I’m a bit sick of the cheap ones spitting wires back at me ha ha great video John thanks so much god bless 🙏👍

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Matt- Those cheap dremel wire wheels are the worst! Like wrestling with a porcupine! =D

[@christopherlusk9385]

Excellent production...I really enjoy your videos. Take care my friend.

[@geraldschrader8511]

Those Craftsman needle nose are absolute beauties! What a score for $1!

[@elsdp-4560]

THANK YOU...for sharing. Very nice job on those pliers and the bonus was the red grips. Hey, at least you had the shaving cream on.LOL

[@carver3419]

Nice score ... and beautiful restoration job .....About aging and wearing pants... George Burns said: "First you forget to zip up, then you forget to zip down".

[@paulmidgley9183]

Thanks for the tips and wonderful video.

[@OldtimeIronman]

Yeah I got my share of senior moments, I finally decided to just enjoy them instead of stressing out... My best one ever was when I was sitting at a stop sign waiting for it to turn green

[@bisonuberti]

SC... I have to admit, I gave you a thumbs up for the shaving story. Just spectacular.

[@NashRathbone]

Two sets of great pliers both of which I'd be glad to have in my toolbox. I like picking up tools with either someones initials or company names on them, it adds to the interest of the tools. Who was that person? Is the company still going? Something we may never know.

[@steph2211]

Hey Scoutcrafter that is nice shiny tools nice awesome job! always interesting too see what's in someone's toolbox great tools great videos thank you.

[@patrickbaughman2917]

Shaving story... Hilarious! Cracked me up!

[@reynaldovalle1773]

Great job 👍👍👍👍👍 God bless you family and friends..

[@357magdad]

I guess you can truly say that project was "a pain in the neck"! I get comments that I waste my time on the Craftsman tools, that I should just turn them in for new. I think you did pretty good for $2!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hello N! The new Craftsman can't hold a match to the older ones! I love Craftsman tools!

[@uktony1525]

Having now hit my 60s, nothing surprises my wife. Going shopping for one item but coming back with a bag ful but not the item you went for, arriving at the top of the stairs but forgetting why you went up, etc, etc. You have this to look forward to😁. Bargains of the year on the pliers and a great restoration video.

[@BestUserNameUK]

The middle of Lidl is lethal! I once went in for a loaf and some cheese and came out with an angle grinder and a reciprocating saw😳

[@lewiemcneely9143]

YAY Tony and we're ALL in the same boat!

[@uktony1525]

My wife dreads sending me to Lidl or Aldi as she knows I will return with at least something for the garage or workshop. When in the USA I loved shopping in Wal-Mart where I could buy a canoe, hunting rifle, generator next to milk, bread and vegetables.

[@BestUserNameUK]

@@uktony1525 🤣👍🏻

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@uktony1525 Limited room and budget keeps me honest. Lowes or Wally world makes no difference. The Re-store getting smaller as time goes on.

[@ActiveAtom]

Hey you have a lot of pliers, we could not be prouder to see it as well. Hey no talking old now, we feel great ourselves and we owe it all to KZbin. Oh no the plastic guard oh well if that is the worst you do getting older. Lance & Patrick.

[@drstrangefart]

After the third or fourth time you get in the shower still wearing socks you quit passing judgment on yourself. All bets are off at that point.

[@toddcarstens6363]

I love your videos. I got my 14 yr old son watching your videos. Have you any plans to show us a restoration of a hand saw or miter saw?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Todd! Yes! A few different types of saws!

[@RetroPlasticAddic085]

Nice saves Scout! Great shaving story!! Lol hey it happens to the best of us!

[@robertgibson7716]

amazing restoration on 1 dollar pliers mate keep them coming to humid and hot here on the West Coast of Scotland it was 80 deg c today our bodies arent ment for that heat keep em coming friend god bless

[@richardowen4550]

Like you I am not an Ironworker, but like you, I sure have a lot of awe and admiration for what they do. Heavy equipment folks and so many other trades included. Great job on both those pliers though I like the iron workers best. When you mentioned EC on the needle nose I thought what a coincidence if they had belonged to Essential Craftsman 😂.

[@wyattoneable]

That was nice of the last owner to preserve the handles with electrical tape. They did come out really well.

[@magomat6756]

You now getting old is nothing, its just all the stuff that is coming with. :)

[@condensermike]

It's so cool watching all the old grime work its way to the top. Very satisfying.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes! It takes a while before it gets clear but you're so right!

[@Resto-Rob]

Plyers look great. 👍 I have a good set of rebar plyers that I like use around the house.

[@aceroadholder2185]

Yesterday I decided to fix a pair of marked Taiwanese side cutters that I've had for years. They didn't cut very well and were uncomfortable to use. I guess they used to have plastic covers on the handles to cover the drop forge die seam. I didn't want to go full "ScoutCrafter" on them, but I needed them to be serviceable as they are a nice intermediate size. I'm an old guy who "knows it all (?)" but I used your standard attack plan to rejuvenate hand tools. Wire brushing, grinding/sanding forging marks, and the pivot lubrication got it all looking presentable. Fixing the handles really helped as the forge marks would cut into your hand when squeezed hard. ScoutCrafters method of sharpening the jaws made the cutters actually work like they are supposed to work. Sharpening one jaw and stoning a flat surface on the other jaw to be a platen for the sharp jaw. I held the side cutters up to the light to ensure I had ground the flat surface so the jaws closed completely. The flat grind is almost invisible without a magnifying glass. The side cutters now cut cleanly without having to squeeze the handles till you see spots. Thanks for showing how it's done Cheers from NC/USA

[@ScoutCrafter]

Taiwanese tools can really surprise you! I have some really wonderful tools from Taiwan. I never was a tool snob as I can see the quality in tools from anywhere, or the lack there of! LOL =) Thanks!!!!!!!!!

[@gordon7005]

Did you know doors are portals for memory loss. As soon as I walk through a door I've forgotten why I went through the door for. Great refurb again Scoutcrafter 👍

[@Jaspel]

It looks more like a tekon import handle than the doyle.

[@Bumpalot]

Been watching for a while now and you never disappoint with your vids. They have inspired me to do a lot of my own restorations of tools and such so thank you and keep up the great vids

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hey John, you will be shocked at how fast you become good at this hobby! Not to mention the satisfaction level is off the charts! I'm so glad you joined in the fun! Looking forward to seeing you in the next challenge! Thanks!!!!!!

[@brucewayne011]

Really like those needle nose. They look great.

[@thunderstruck1078]

Acetone is also great for removing paper sticker remains and sticky stuff in general.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Yes! I use that too but it can be harsh on some materials...

[@BroadcastBuddy]

The iron worker pliers are Crescent brand. USA forged and good pliers.

[@NitroMaxOriginal]

I hear you, 51 this year and it's all uphill 👍👍

[@SkyForgeVideos]

My parents do the cryptic crossword every day to keep their minds sharp. (Like the normal crossword except you have to decode the clues first!) (Cryptic as in cryptology!) Now they have me doing them too! And if u are getting neck/back pain u should consider elevating your grinder to a more ergonomic position (or sitting). Don't get me wrong - I get the image of the machinist in the shop hunched over the grinder is the classic method! But your back will thank u later! Take care of yourself SC! We need u to tell us what happens at age 75+!!! (Waiting eagerly for that video!)

[@LostMountainRestoration]

Believe me, at 60, I know exactly how you feel. At least you made it to the shower. I wouldn't surprise myself if I wound up on the neighbor's lawn, showering in their lawn sprinkler, thinking I was in my bathroom....

[@1blackbert]

I Had TO GIVE IT A THUMBS UP AS SOON AS I heard about the shaving with the guard on .DID that once myself when I WAS inebriated ,I HAVEN'T USED THE CHEAP THROWAWAY SHAVERS for over 35 years there just no good for the face. but this is my third reviewing of this video .thank you Scoutcrafter I SEE YOU ARE NOW SLACKING ON THE VIDEOS BUT YOU ARE STILL DOING A GREAT JOB.EAGLE.P.S. I have a hard time to do 1 restoration a month ,and I never fully complete them scared I will ruin the tool.

[@markrandall1456]

I love your work. Was there a USA on the inside of the pliers? I also noticed an interesting C on the Craftsman. When I started as a telephone lineman I received a brand new Klien 9" lineman pliers. They were stiff as a board - you couldn't get them to move. I used WD 40 to loosten up the rivet. They worked so smooth that the lead lineman took them away and gave me his old pliers. As an apprentice I had to go along with it to keep my job. If I only had his old pliers today... Thanks from Texas for the fun. :-)

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Mark! I have found WD40 works best for floating up the crud under the plier rivets! =) Thanks!

[@schark30]

them small needle nose kinda look like jewelers pliers the way they are so clean and shinny great job

[@КошмарКошмар-й2б]

Hi Scout Crafter 👋👋👋very good restoration 👍👍👍

[@terrysanders2817]

Suggestion to relieve neck pain - raise your grinders, sanders, etc or the entire work bench two or three inches to start. Be well, Terry

[@ocelot2234]

Another great restoration video Scoutcrafter keep up the great work 😀👍🏻

[@jimjohnston3188]

Great job, must have been some damn sharp blades if you could shave with the cover on.

[@ScoutCrafter]

=D

[@ArmandoLoni]

Lovely!! Funny, but I started on the gas fitter pliers today - I was lubing the pivot for at least half an hour to get it cleaned!! Absolutely filthy..... I know what you mean about getting older 😂

[@ScoutCrafter]

Plier lubrication is such a satisfying endeavor...

[@michaelcarter1580]

Welcome to my world! Oh well when I put something up and then forget where I put it I have an excuse for tool shopping!

[@bencharefzakaria3548]

Collecting old gear is so cool I envy you man what you're doing is awesome

[@BestUserNameUK]

Pliers turned out great John👍🏻

[@lewiemcneely9143]

YOu did FINE with the pliers and goofy things started happening to me from the 1st day right on down and arthur has been a big part for years and years. I shave with a brush and soap and an old injector razor about every other day. I used to have a beard so if it goes over I just mash harder. A blade lasts a year or more but I used to dry shave so no biggie. It can get a lot crazier so no worries. And the Sea Bee Uncle was an iron worker. The last job was on the Savannah River Plant in Aiken, SC. Then he came back here! Thanks SC and happy shaving tonight!

[@alanmullock381]

Old age and infirmity! I'm there too!😢😢😢😢🤕🤕🤕 good resto John!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@coreysheets4862]

Came out awesome. Id like to know your thoughts on laser etching vs stamped makers marks. AvE did a segment on it and I tend to agree. I hate the laser etching of sizes or makers marks. It could be a great USA made tool. But you wouldnt know after a few years of use or resto.

[@lwoodt1]

I am claiming Wednesday as " Widget Wednesday " .Another good story John,cant wait to hear what you do next.

[@TheCar1ter]

Scout that sounds like something I would do. My daughter is always saying Dad what are you thinking. Got to love the golden years my friend!!!

[@johnpatrickcryan9444]

Iroam around the house in a panic looking for my glass' and their on my head, another great job....

[@stuartlockwood9645]

Hi scout real job on those pliers, you sure got lucky whith the red handles being in good condition. Had a good laugh at your shaving story, as we get older we all do daft stuff,even if some people don't admit it. Lol. I'm 70 now and can tell you Scout it only gets better, or at least the stories we tell do,according to my family I'm growing older (DISGRACEFULLY ) ,and enjoying every minute, ha ha, .Hope your neck pain eases off, remember while ever your hurting ,your still living,Best wishes Stuart.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Thanks so much Stuart!!!!!!

[@terryw.milburn8565]

Wow, Scoutcrafty ! Huge Score right there ! Any time I remove a label & the glue stays behind I rub a thin layer of Peanut Butter on & In no time Glue's Gone ! Hope this Helped. Be Well, Friend ! ATB T God Bless

[@glengrossnickle4985]

Good restorations. The needle nose are perfect. I have a pair of Klien pliers that look like your concrete pliers except they have a bend on both ends. They were in a box of tools my son bought. I cleaned them up a little and found brazing on both ends. Can't tell if they were Brock or the bends were added. Do you know any thing about them. Thanks

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Glen, I do know many craftsmen tweak their pliers for a certain job! Maybe yours is one!

[@OldSneelock]

We seldom wear our glasses in the shower. Not seeing clearly is a perfect setup for mistaking a sharp edge on the cap for a blade edge. I wouldn't cut myself testing the edge with my thumb. There is a reason I don't shave in the shower anymore. I want to count to three on my nose and ears.

[@SachsVDE]

The mistery plier is "Proto" brand... ,the story of the blade was great ..😂..You're still young.You are an old Man only when you'll find a shoe inside the refrigerator ...😂😜..

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hello SN! Really?! You think they might be Proto!?!?!? WOW!!!! I have to look them up! Thanks!!!

[@SachsVDE]

Proto used to have a stamped logo not carved ,back then..that's why it might be erased..You're welcome !👍

[@tattmanndann]

@@ScoutCrafter Sead Neziri is right, i got impatient and looked them up $34.58 on a site called zoro. not bad for $1 flea find!

[@lv_woodturner3899]

Nice restorations. Do you have any idea of the age of the Craftsman pliers? The pattern on the handle is unusual. Good catch on the iron worker plier handles. Underneath the tape the red handles look new. I will have to keep an eye out for one of these for my shop. Dave.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Dave! The plier age can be found at Alloy Artifacts .org They have examples of all years there!

[@mercoid]

I’d dip the handles on those Craftmans. I’m not even so sure those are a design etched in there so much as a texture to aid in holding on a coating.

[@Brooklyn-bn5go]

I have to agree with Curiosity Forge when you get to your mid to upper sixties all the goofy things you do become amusing anecdotes!

[@OldSneelock]

Perhaps to some the slips and gaffs by a friend or aquaintance are amusing bits of character. Spouses tend to have a different view. It might be concern for our well being or a protective feeling for a cherished companion. Wives especially begin to think that you are pushing their button just to see have far they can. 😆

[@robertsnell2834]

Another great restoration

[@davidgibson9866]

Shrink tubing over plier handles works well for insulation....only if you needed it, enjoy the videos 👍🏻

[@MrEyad1990]

hi sir i love your videos and your work i great . i was wandering , do you sell these tools or just collecting ? i live in a far remote place where they dont have any tools , good our of rust is rare as a unicorn . can i get a few from you ?

[@ScoutCrafter]

Where do you live? Rusty tools are usually all over! =)

[@MrEyad1990]

@@ScoutCrafter i live in the middle east ,saudiarabia to be exact .

[@brandonsizemore3619]

inspired by you, got a pair of old stuck needle nose in a box, pretty much for free. wire wheel took the gunk off the stamping. Fulton Extra, Germany, Sears Robuck & Co. pretty great find in a great box. lots of goodies in it. thanks!

[@ScoutCrafter]

I love the forgotten tools! =)

[@AaronBelknap]

Well, memory is the second thing to go, I can't remember what is first.... Great resto on those pliers! Those Craftsman turned out better than new! Those iron pliers handles were protected from that tape! maybe someone with big hands needed the added grip? They turned out awesome. I like Widget Wednesday someone mentioned.....

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL Good joke Aaron!!

[@TheGrandDesign222]

Love the videos John! Today I came across a pair of old Klein needle nose pliers, "Bell System" stamped on them. Great shape, but the pliers have some play in the pivot when moving the handles front to back (opposite from the direction they normally open and close). Any tips on correcting that to tighten it up?

[@ScoutCrafter]

HP- Sometimes the play can be taken up by pressing the rivet that holds the two halves together! The problem is Klein pliers are made with super strong rivets and are super hard to tighten up... You can give it a go though! =)

[@tonylenge424]

Good tip about the lighter fluid, which I did not know. Thanks

[@edwinricardogonzalezcardon5158]

VERY GOOD RESTORATION. WHAT BRAND IS THE RED PLIERS

[@ScoutCrafter]

Not sure but it could be Proto or Crescent...

[@masonalvarez5058]

Try and raise your buffer and wire wheel up or sit on a low chair. Idk if that will help, but its what I would do.

[@johnmclaurin]

Hey Scout, I had a funny story that related to your shaving tale, but I forgot what it was!Hmmmm, I’ll try to remember to think about what it was, if I think about it!

[@tombob671]

Brother take care of that neck. I have same problem areas C4, C5 & C6. Semper Fi.... BTW I bet the nuns did that to you LOL

[@ScoutCrafter]

LOL- When I was younger I did some crazy neck exercises and I think I am paying for it now! =D

[@wayneo7307]

ScoutCrafter , Great Video ! Funny and Entertaining ! Good Tips As Well ! 50+ You're Correct Things do Happen ! Klein is Probably Correct ! I had A Pair of those type Pliers Myself . I Used to Do Foundation Work When I Was Young.

[@junglejammer1]

Wait 'til you get to your 60's. Oh boy! They say the mind is the second thing to go. This was interesting and a nice restoration. I never knew those pliers were for iron workers. Those Craftsman's look like something from the 30's or 40's.

[@mishmoshshop1929]

senior moment with the razor...funny. let me share one, my uncle once used Palmolive shaving cream that the packaging looks like tooth paste to brush his teeth, better that then hemorrhoid cream. love your channel my friend

[@joeheilm]

Lol, funny story about the razor. I use an old style safety razor. Great episode, i wish i knew about the lighter fluid trick 20 years ago....i hate the residual tape feel. Cheers

[@briankruse3584]

I use a safety straight edge razor. You can still buy the blades

[@ScoutCrafter]

The best value in shaving!

[@johnnys4782]

Those iron worker's pliers may be Apollo tools brand. Both pliers look amazing!

[@kadmaster]

You can use petrol for electronics cleaning (like IPA) sir...Circuits, boards, phones etc. or u can use to find for over temp. components in circuits. cheers... sir...and good job as always...

[@billlink7116]

Years ago, a comedian joked about not being able to hear without his glasses on. You know, it's true. 😩

[@johnburgess6572]

Fabulous, thanks

[@condensermike]

What paint do you use for these tool restorations? Thanks for the videos!

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Mike- My favorite is Rustoleum Regal Red! Enamel! =)

[@artsietopology]

Scout, for stuck bolts like on a car, is that 50-50 mix of acetone and transmission fluid the best? Or is that mix just for cleaning out tools where you can't take it apart? - Kathie

[@ScoutCrafter]

Hi Kathie! I use that mix for so many things its just marvelous!!!! Best penetrating fluid available! Cheap too... =)

People are creatures of habit and especially when you get older. If everything is the same no problem, something new, your eye sight is poorer so you cannot see things like plastic guards and a new design it could be part of the razor. You can understand people getting upset when routine is changed. The metalwork pliers with tape maybe some one used it on live electrical work and did not trust the red plastic to protect them. The biggest bug bare as you get older is small print on products and not using a contrasting colour.

[@ScoutCrafter]

Tony- I was shocked to see the handles in such nice shape and quite comfortable!

[@57WillysCJ]

It's when you continually leave your fly undone that you are truly old. Although I needed to use a restroom in a department store not long ago. I shot in the opening and as I headed to the nearest stall, I thought to myself there are no urinals in here, that's strange. I think you can guess what happened.

[@ScoutCrafter]

LMAO!!!!!! I remember doing that in high school by accident and I was in the stall when some girls came in and I realized what I had done! =O I raised my feet and waited nervously until they left always thinking that at any moment the gig was up! =D

[@lotsabirds]

As long as you don't try to shave with your toothbrush....it's all good!!

[@adude7050]

The crafteatsmen handles look great

[@I_leave_mean_comments]

I'm loving this channel. I'm binge watching all your old videos since I discovered you channel recently.