Ornate 1890s Mortise Lock Set Restoration | Random Restoration

Welcome! In today's video I will be restoring this rare old 1890s P.& F. Corbin Ceylon double key entry mortise lock. Shocking, right? another door hardware restoration.
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I started this restoration by disassembling this lovely old lock. After removing all of the awful rusty and greasy parts I promptly moved onto paint stripping - And there was A LOT of paint to strip. Following that the parts were cleaned and were in dire need of some rust removal. I soaked the non brass parts in rust remover for a few days to loosen up any remaining paint, and to make sure there was no rust left.
While waiting for the rust remover to do its magic I decided to move onto polishing brass. I say that, but the door knobs and escutcheon plates are actually bronze. Anyways, I ended up spending several hours polishing them, with great results! Then I moved on to cutting keys for the lock. This process took a long time, but with the help of a variety of metal files and a lot of sanding later I ended up with some
Then I moved on to the small parts. The brass/bronze parts were polished, then I moved onto bluing steel. More specifically cold bluing. The rest of the small parts got a solid amount of nickel plating. Afterwards I moved onto the ornate bronze face of the mortice lock, which had a bit of damage. I had to figure out how to repair it without compromising the design, but with a few hours of careful sanding later it was looking almost perfect. It was then polished. Then I moved onto painting - Both the mortise lock and the recessed areas around the wrought bronze designs.
I always find a nice rusty restoration project to be the most satisfying to restore, and this one certainly had plenty of rust - and much, much more! It may not have been quite a perfect restoration, as there were some minor imperfections that I couldn't fix, but I knew it would make for an awesome restoration video regardless of the inevitable small flaws!
These entry Ceylon mortise locks are quite hard to find - especially ones that are in good shape. I had to look every day for many months to find this set, but I'm very glad I found it. This is one of those restorations that I've been looking forward to for a long time. If you're familiar with my restoration videos you'll know I have restored mortise locks in the past, but after my first mortise lock restoration and mortise lock repair video I really wanted to focus on one lock vs the ten or so that I did in my previous video. Quality over quantity was certainly my mentality this time 'round.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Welcome!
1:32 Disassembly Begins
4:51 After Disassembly
5:24 Paint Stripping
6:20 Some Rust Remover Stuff
6:53 Exploring Some Old Catalogs
7:46 Cleaning and Polishing
10:11 Cutting New Keys
12:32 Working on Small Parts
13:36 Bluing Parts
14:27 Nickel Plating Parts
15:33 Sanding Damage and Polishing
16:25 Paint Prep
16:56 Painting
20:07 Reassembly
24:16 Before and After
25:13 Chiseling Time
26:08 Testing It Out
27:20 Thanks for Watching!
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[@glencabbage52]

When I was 20, watching this would have put me to sleep. Now that I'm 50, I sat here on the edge of my seat and couldn't wait to see you put the inside guts all back together. That's some mighty fine work, sir.

[@randomrestoration6858]

hahaha I'm glad you stuck around to the end! Thanks for the kind words, Glen!

[@healinbeet]

What does it mean if I'm 20 and excitedly watching this....?

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@healinbeet I say that means is you have impeccable taste! Just don't tell your friends what you were watching this weekend, as they may question your sanity hahaha

[@cadiman56]

I'm 45 and I loved this video....even in my 20's I would have enjoyed it. I have an old one very similar to that one, and now i have a project!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@cadiman56 Thanks a lot! Enjoy your new project, and good luck!

[@lockeyestlocksmith2349]

As a third generation Locksmith I have some history for you . The black finish on your Mortise Lock was called japanning,, it was black enamel that the cases were dipped in after they were cast , after Cooling a Bit the cases were dipped in enamel. The castings were still hot, this sped up The drying time , The two key holes are called, the maids Key(top hole) and the master ( bottom hole) The bottom keyway control the deadbolt, the top keyway Control the latch, this is a bit key lock, Not called a skeleton key lock, A skeleton key is a slang term referring to a master key, key that fits a group of Locks , Like most front door locks on the older houses it has a carpet bagger function with the two buttons on the end of the lock, Lock face , this enables you to lock the outside knob or handle, to keep carpet baggers from barging in your house setting up in your parlor and trying to sell you something that you didn't want, forcing you to go get the shotgun and escort him out of the house. They were annoying. The maids key allowed her to bypass the locked outside knob and gain entry into the house. The masters key lock the deadbolt to Lock the maid out.This 1880s lock had a toggle to activate the maids lock. Instead of buttons which became the norm as time went on. I have seen Lock Hardware catalogs from 1900 that showed you hundreds of styles of this type of lock. Your restoration skills are top notch, my hats off to you.!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hey man I appreciate the comment, thanks for all the info! I've learned a lot more about hardware since making this video, and even recently (well probably a month ago now) re-japanned a mortise lock for an upcoming video, but that project won't be done for some time since there's still a huge amount of work to do. I can say it's definitely not as easy as simply painting everything, especially since I applied it with a brush rather than dipping it which would be a lot more efficient haha. I recently went back to this mortise lock and replaced the single large spring I used with two separate springs - I realized when looking at a picture of the interior of it that with two springs the latch bolt would be tensioned separately from the stiffer spring for the hub, and after that quickish fix it's a really smoothly operating lock! It's odd that this set did have a split hub but not a swivel spindle, but I guess maybe the spindle was replaced in the past. Thank you very much for watching!

[@marybraxton7579]

Ellis, is correct about older people, I am 87 and I like older things especially when they have been restored and you do a beautiful job. I like your comments. Take care and keep up the fabulous work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Mary! I absolutely love old items like these and will definitely continue to bring them back to their former glory. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@TufLuvMom]

I'm in Covina, CA living in my 102 year young house, I've cleaned and oiled all 9 mortise lock sets. They need to be polished again. I love all of your work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Awesome! With proper care these old locks will last many lifetimes - Sounds like yours are in good hands! I appreciate it!

[@jimcook3448]

Nobody could over engineer something like the Victorians could and only they could make a simple functioning item that almost nobody would have taken notice of, so beautiful. Brilliant restoration job, Sir.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha right! These thing were definitely built to last a lifetime and then some. Thank you very much, Jim!

[@scottkalisch2144]

Absolutely beautiful the original manufacturer would be proud! So nice to see you in this day and age somebody that actually takes pride in their work

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much for the kind words, Scott!

[@houseonahillok]

The repeated key cutting until it worked was so satisfying to watch.

[@troy9327]

When I'm repainting old homes this is my favorite things to do. Having old hardware restored makes a big difference. But I rarely get to work on nice brass hardware like this, it's usually the even older iron and porcelain enamel type. I wish I could go to the level of detail you did here, this is awesome!

[@randomrestoration6858]

It makes a huge difference indeed. A lot of hardware from this time period wasn’t brass or bronze which is too bad, but still fun to work on nonetheless! Thanks for watching!

[@Joe1935429]

the old porcelain enamel is a beautiful restoration.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@Joe1935429 It is indeed!

[@davidcovington901]

Saw the yellow basket, knew you are an EvapoRust cult member like myself. Have never seen prettier work! Museums need you. I was sad about hiding your work in a door, then saw your excellent display idea. Black and brass look so grand! Thanks for all the witty remarks, keeps us on our toes and deletes any grimness one might feel. Stay whimsical! (Whimsicle?)

[@randomrestoration6858]

Oh yeah, I am a fellow EvapoRust fan for sure. Thank you so much for the kind words! I agree, brass with a back background really makes the lovely design pop. Thanks for watching!

[@subascosauce8288]

What a stunning lock, they don’t make them like they used to, and, you did a wonderful job bringing it back to its former glory. I thoroughly enjoyed watching your work and process throughout.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, SuBasco Sauce! Agreed, unfortunately there's really no modern equivalent to this style of old hardware. Thanks for watching!

[@aw7248]

Nothing manufactured today will have the same degree of quality and aesthetics that the old Corbins had.

[@randomrestoration6858]

​@@aw7248 I definitely agree with you there! These old locks will last hundreds of years and will look fantastic all the while!

[@MariaTorres-hc5uq]

Yeah, design nowadays over uses straight lines, there's no more art in everyday objects.

[@dannicakes6837]

This entire video is amazing!!! I love watching and learning how to restore old things!!!

[@silkebower1977]

Just beautiful. You're a genius. And the display looks wonderful.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you so much, Silke!

[@mr.modern4419]

I love how you return magnificent loss beauty to the world!! This lock set is BEAUTIFUL!!! You did a masterful job. You should be commended for you hard work and excellent results. You are really a hero to those of us who love architecture. Bravo!!!!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I certainly do have an unhealthy obsession with old door hardware haha.

[@Blackfeet3]

A brilliant restoration! I was glued to my seat for the entire process! It is now fit for a museum...

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot for the kind words!

[@Seahorse1414]

Excellent , start, to finish !

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Fiona!

[@ibrahiymghany5144]

I love all old/retro stuff especially when it is restored and useable!! It's a reminder of the good old days when today's troubles were non existent and our great grandparents would make icecream on a Sunday for the kids in the neighborhood.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Agreed, it’s always nice to see an old item like this restored as much as possible to new, and hopefully put to use in some capacity as well! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@hassanwally9161]

Simply wow 🤩👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you! 😁

[@jackiebrown7388]

I just need an old house to get some of those in now. They built things to last back then, and all the details were very nice touch. Lovely restoration 👍🏻

[@randomrestoration6858]

They sure were built to last. This lock set would have been on an exterior door - Just think of how many decades it was used before being removed, and it's still in perfect working order. Thanks for watching!

[@nena4215]

Wow, that’s just gorgeous, what a perfect job! Thank you

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Nena!

[@saskscott26]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you!

[@Darthbelal]

From something no one would've looked at twice, thrown out or sold for scrap, to a work of functional art. Stunningly beautiful and something someone would love to have to shut out the home office/library or their private collection of expensive works of art.....

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words! I’m sure plenty of people out there would love to have a beautiful lock set like this!

[@kennethcallahan7410]

Way way past outstanding. Subscribed! Excellent work!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you so much, Kenneth!

[@madelinedelvalle3666]

Wow, this is a gorgeous piece. Great work. Thank you 4 sharing this.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@jimjewell9438]

That lock is every bit a work of art as it is a functional mechanism. Absolutely beautiful.

[@randomrestoration6858]

You are very correct there! Thanks for watching, Jim!

[@wearewethepeople7352]

I was a mobile locksmith for 20+ yrs......this is a Stunning restoration....just Stunning......its so beautiful...!!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much, it means a lot coming from someone with your background! It really is an impressive lock set for sure.

[@eclecticadventurer]

As a collector of skeleton keys and key locks. This is a phenomenal restoration. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot for the kind words!

[@pegbutwin7189]

I adore these videos! Thank you!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot!

[@ajadair500]

Beautiful job !

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Andy!

[@kirstenarentzen8503]

That’s no just a lock. It’s a beautiful piece of engineering - and a work of art. It shows you how poor our choices are now for locks and interior door handles now via home improvement stores. I’m so glad this beautiful piece has been so carefully restored.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Right! It'd be awesome if some modern door hardware manufacturers would create something not boring - There absolutely would be a market for this style of hardware, but with modern locks integrated into it. With how plain everything is these days I somehow don't see that happening unfortunately. Thank you very much for watching!

[@Tektoes1]

@@randomrestoration6858 I've restored a lot of locksets from the same era, but most were simple. For one glass door set downstairs, I did buy a brand new, old-style set, similar but slightly simpler in function to yours. Quality is excellent. I think i got it from Restoration Hardware. Expensive, but will last forever, like the one you fixed. I think it deserves to be part of one of your doors, if you have one nice enough. Great video. Never thought of plating the internals -- pretty much just for fun.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@Tektoes1 Thanks for the comment, Lisa. Ive seen some modern manufactured old-style sets, and always wondered about the quality, though I’ve never been tempted enough to buy one haha. Agreed, it needs a very nice condition door to be installed in, and it definitely will be at some point! Yeah, plating the interior isn’t a particularly necessary step, especially since the parts will wear through it quickly under normal use. Thanks for watching!

[@jaytrace1006]

I was enthralled by this video. I wish we could have nice things like this today, but most of us are knuckleheads. Thank you for posting this...

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for watching, Jay! It really is a shame that things like this, both in terms of style and reliability, simply don't exist these days.

[@virginiacuevas4259]

Stunning transformation.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Virginia!

[@virginiagonzalez1138]

That was fantastic!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Virginia!

[@ForgottenShineRestoration]

Wow! Very good job, i love the result!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, man! It looks like you've changed your name recently!

[@ForgottenShineRestoration]

@@randomrestoration6858 Yes that's true. Do you like my new name "Forgotten Shine Restoration"?

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@ForgottenShineRestoration I reckon it's catchier than the previous one, so I approve!

[@ForgottenShineRestoration]

@@randomrestoration6858 Thanks! ❤

[@deanledford5661]

All that tells me people, about his nails yall, is that right there tells me, that's a working skilled man right there and deserves all the respect for his creativity and love for his likes.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Reuben!

[@dannicakes6837]

Omg!!! That is so beautiful!!! You are amazing!!!

[@BoucheDagReviews]

A thing of beauty. Awesome job.

[@randomrestoration6858]

It definitely is a fantastic looking bit of door hardware. Thanks a lot, Geena!

[@misterpatina]

Bro, i think you definitely increased your quality with this video. The moment at 15:17, when you hit the power switch and plating starts is really amazing. The polishing perspective at 16:12 is stunning! The final result and the presentation with your selfmade door at the end is really nice! Thanks for this Video! PS: get a sandblaster!!! 😄

[@randomrestoration6858]

Wow, thank you so much for the very kind words, man! Haha yeah it was a bit too much (sudden) power, but certainly made for a nice spectacle. A sandblaster would make life so much easier - It's definitely something I want to get as soon as I'm able to. Thanks again! 😁

[@wireworks616]

Being a locksmith myself, I have to say you did a superb job. I really enjoyed the video. 😁😁😁😁

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! It's very nice to get some approval from a proper locksmith. 😁 Thank you for watching!

[@brendak1145]

Just beautiful.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Brenda!

[@ruthireland-mason8163]

Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing your video

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Ruth!

[@martinbrace7195]

You make them pieces of junk look like pieces of art . Fantastic job.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you so much, Martin!

[@k.george8722]

And yet another fantastic restoration. You find the most wonderfully detailed items and bring them back to their former beauty. I hope your using these gorgeous items in your home. Show them off!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for all the kind words! I absolutely do want to use this set at some point in the future, but for the time being it will stay in its current state. It's still lovely to look at every time I walk past it! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@k.george8722]

@@randomrestoration6858 I have seen TysyTube put his items in a glass cabinet on display. I know your home will be lovely when you finally get to use your decorative pieces. I love what your doing. Some restorers on KZbin are now doing gaming consoles. I prefer your wonderful finds and how well you bring them back to life.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@k.george8722 I definitely need to get a proper display case for my finished projects. No need to fear, I won't be restoring any complex electronics in the near (or probably distant) future haha. Thanks again!

[@rpeter46]

straight gorgeous!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot!

[@FolkFaninMA]

Love this! I’m a sucker for beautiful hardware and this is stunning. I just love old escutcheons and keys, and what a great way to both display and play with this beauty.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much for the kind words! I'll be restoring more lovely lock sets like this from this era from time to time, so stay tuned!

[@MissLady-pq4hc]

Would love to have a lot like this one. Great work.!🙂🙂🙂🌟

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@Skipper.]

If I’d taken that apart, it would have stayed like that for the rest ot it’s day’s. Great craftsmanship.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha some of these old locks do have a pretty healthy amount of parts in them. Thanks for watching!

[@behroozkhamneian1297]

Extremely satisfying to watch .

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@michelesaudi8030]

Beautifully restored!!!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Michele!

[@johnnyp628]

I’m old enough that I’ve actually lived in houses that used this hardware. I knew exactly what the switch on the striker plate was for. You did an awesome job on the restoration

[@randomrestoration6858]

Very cool, It's such fantastic looking hardware and really lasts a lifetime! I can imagine plenty of people unintentionally locking themselves out of their house with that switch haha. Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!

[@johnclendinning1189]

You're in a mood, aren't you? Beautiful restoration!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Always haha. Thanks for watching!

[@ladytron1724]

Absolutely stunning.🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😃😃😃😃

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks for watching, Lady Tron!

[@kathyburton2084]

That was absolutely amazing!!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Kathy!

[@yyspitz]

Plant those seeds!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Right! Who knows if these mystery seeds would grow or not haha. Thanks for watching!

[@HollyMoore-wo2mh]

lol -143 year old sunflower seeds..... lol

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@HollyMoore-wo2mh Just what the doctor ordered haha

[@Emilia-os2vw]

Those are sunflower seeds, how did they get in there??

[@LadyPotions]

I like your style and your sense of humour. Also what a great idea to paint with the syringe. Great restoration!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! The syringe certainly is an odd but surprisingly handy painting tool haha.

[@tammaragill9347]

Beautiful restoration!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@MJK1965]

That's gorgeous. Wonderful restoration restored to working order.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Right, it really is a gorgeous design - I appreciate it, Michael!

[@jfheinle1835]

Unbelievable patience and attention to detail. Extremely well done!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot!

[@lauranugent1171]

It is sitting somewhere thinking “dang, I thought a lock would keep those seeds safe!”.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@lauranugent1171 Haha right! It’s going to have to find another lock to stash some seeds now.

[@WorkshopDC]

I love to watch the Paint with a needle It Is sooo satisfying! The polish is perfect. I Notice that you didnt let the Paint remover dry 😉 Amazing job with this 120+ years old antique 👏👏👏

[@randomrestoration6858]

I agree, it's very oddly satisfying to watch that style of painting. Hahaha yep, I made sure to not let that pesky paint stripper dry, as recommended by a very mysterious individual 😉 I really do appreciate the kind words! P.S. Keep up the great work 😁

[@WorkshopDC]

@@randomrestoration6858 Here in Brazil they say the same: He is mysterious guy. Maybe I really am hehe' 😄😎

[@gagesvintageclockcollectin7118]

Loved the catalogue part!! So cool

[@randomrestoration6858]

It's always overly enjoyable hunting down these old hardware sets in old catalogs haha. Thanks for watching!

[@fabiola925]

Stunning and so many details to consider

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for watching, Fabiola!

[@paular6759]

I came for the restoration, and stayed for the production value. I love your balance of humor and helpfulness, both in the captions and how you film things. The time and effort you put into editing really shows, and I'll be watching and sharing your entire library!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you so much for the very kind kind words, Paula! I have some very cool restorations like this one coming up in the near future, so stay tuned!

[@mftmachining]

Excellent quality work....top.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Music Man!

[@mftmachining]

@@randomrestoration6858 Oh thanks...if you want, check the restos and toolbuilds in my channel, perhaps some ideas for usage there. Michael

[@teacheme]

Work of art.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you!

[@robertamorin3194]

You are a true professional. Very patient! Outstanding work!! Thank you!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Much appreciated, Roberta! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@Dark..498]

I never believed that the day would come when I would envy someone else's lock, excellent work and happy new year!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha thanks a lot! It certainly is a gorgeous lock. Happy new year to you too!

[@reginalawson8008]

Yes I agree with Darck Master on this one, its beautiful!! Such great craftsmanship.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@reginalawson8008 Thank you, Regina!

[@davidcoats1037]

You did an amazing job that thing is gorgeous! I love how even the striker plate is ornate. Not sure how well it’s going to work without the security seeds installed but I respect your decision. Take care 😃👍🏼

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, David! They were certainly put a lot of effort into making this lock set. I'm tempted to replace them with some brand new security seeds, but I have to figure out if they're compatible first.

[@13612]

@@randomrestoration6858 I'm gonna bet those seeds were stuffed in there by a child and that both the seeds and the cobweb in that very beginning are likely older than you.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@13612 I'd like to think that's what happened - I removed a door knob backplate from the house I live in right now and found a small white button behind it, so it seems people like stuffing random objects in door hardware hahaha.

[@RaginEagle]

I love these door knobs. Awesome restoration.

[@randomrestoration6858]

They are very cool! Thanks a lot!

[@kathyanderson5836]

Stunning!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Kathy!

[@dominion1999]

I love this piece. I would like to have locks like this at home

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks! This old lock set would definitely look a lot better properly installed on a door

[@cadiman56]

I have some I'll sell you

[@johnnyb4266]

@@cadiman56 u sell on ebay?

[@cadiman56]

@@johnnyb4266 never sold anything on Ebay only bought...lol....but I would sell!!!

[@jacobcastro1885]

I got em installed on internal doors, but I have no idea how to get ahold of a working key... suggestions?

[@eric_seguin]

I'm a 64 yr. old doddering fool and thought it came out beautifully. Turkeys nowadays would be running down to HD trying to find a new one. Great video. Subscribed. What the hell. No stupid music and no spouting religion. Two big pluses.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha they would indeed, and they sure wouldn't find anything with the same quality of one of these old lock sets! Crazy indeed - no music, religion or politics here. Just restorations. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@maggiemurray8522]

Beautifully done

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Maggie!

[@garybeaulieu3573]

Absolutely amazing restoration !!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much, Gary!

[@jamesmoe9188]

Hello again! I see the sub count is rising, congratulations! And another superb restoration! Thanks in particular for the display stand demo of the functions, I really appreciated that you took the time to give a full demo. The only possible idea I could come up with for this build would have been to smooth and mirror polish the internals, which would be a bit excessive, so well done!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Welcome back, and thanks a lot, James! I knew once all of the different parts were restored they'd be nothing more than a collection of parts without making a proper way to display it. My woodworking skills are lacking, so it took way longer that it should have to make, but I reckon it was more than worth it in the end! I totally agree with you about polishing the internals - I really genuinely wish I could have sanded and polished the small parts that were severely pitted, but the case holds these parts tight together, and by sanding them (or by sanding inside the case) the parts would be loose and wouldn't operate as smoothly. That said, I do plan on occasionally (maybe every six or so months) doing up a mortise lock like this, and if I come across one with better interior components I will definitely give them a nice polish, and maybe even a bit of copper plating just to add a bit of color. As per always, thank you for the support, and thanks for watching!

[@jasonreed4225]

That was hands down THE best video I have ever watched! Incredible...and there was humor... ..you shoulda put the seeds back in. Just sayin'.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much for the kind words, Jason! Hahaha agreed, if I ever find those seeds I’ll “reinstall them. “

[@leh3827]

I love it. I want one. I will be looming through old houses. Breathtaking.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Although this lockset isn’t too terribly common with enough searching I’m sure you’ll be able to get your hands on a set. Thanks for watching!

[@perisneo]

Perfect Restoration...and funny!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Peris!

[@curtispina2706]

I bet it was in a church 🙏, nice work 👌

[@randomrestoration6858]

Surprisingly these were used most commonly in homes, however I'm sure they were used in many different types of buildings such as churches and probably businesses as well. Thanks for watching!

[@FiatMortem]

So locking knobs and a key to open from either side. Now I know how Disney princesses are locked in their towers. Also a fire hazard. A beautiful one.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha right! Although this lock set doesn't have it some of these entry mortise locks have split hubs and use swivel spindles. When this setup is installed the door knobs outside can be locked in place, but the door knobs on the inside will still operate normally. Thanks for watching!

[@hopewalker5764]

It’s stunning. I would love these in my home.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Hope!

[@KThom429]

You are completely, awesomely talented, as well as, patient!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!

[@xMrsmileyfacex]

In the immortal words of George Takei........."Oh My!"

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha thanks a lot for watching!

[@user-tm6em2fg8u]

Золотые руки!! Где находиться этот мастер? 10000 лайков!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Большое спасибо! Я признателен за это. Я нахожусь в сша.

[@larrykelly2838]

Wonderful restoration, very nice.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot - I appreciate it, Larry!

[@stevebentley1330]

Just finished some similar Eastlake hardware and I love the finish you used. Thanks for that heads-up!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks, Steve! Old Eastlake style hardware like this is outrageously enjoyable to work with for some reason (well for me at least) haha. Thanks for watching!

[@JSAFIXIT]

I find it fascinating how extremely over complicated many things were during this time period, especially considering how rudimentary their machines etc were.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Right! These old locks are very cool pieces for sure. This one is a bit more simple than some others manufactured in the same time frame if you can believe that. Thanks for watching!

[@salvatorezarrelli625]

If you don’t install that on a door it’s a literal crying shame!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@salvatorezarrelli625 Haha oh trust me, this will definitely get installed on a door at some point, hopefully sooner than later! Until then it will stay put in its display. I do agree - It wouldn't be right to not put it to use.

[@salvatorezarrelli625]

@@randomrestoration6858 God bless you! You have a spirit of excellence!

[@bertrandep]

Theses S̶a̶n̶d̶b̶l̶a̶s̶t̶e̶r̶s̶, S̶u̶b̶m̶a̶r̶i̶n̶e̶s̶, Subtitles killed me 😂

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha thanks for watching!

[@misterpatina]

Same here 😄

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@misterpatina You're back again haha

[@edwardconway5955]

Wonderful job! These old locks are complex but really very simple mechanically. Its nice to be able to see the workings and how the lock operates. The house I grew up in had locks like this one and I remember the little slide switch that I would play with and accidently lock my parents out of the house. Thanks very much for the video and the memories.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much, Edward! That's a pretty good way to describe these old behemoths. Haha I hope they had a key, and I hope you truly mean accidentally! Thanks for watching!

[@annab.9235]

Wow! You did an amazing job. 👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@DJDarkGift]

It’s always a treat when the YouRube algorithms get things right and they suggest videos I actually enjoy. You’ve earned yourself a well “Seeded” sub. Keep up the great restorations as I look forward to catching up on your content. One question, after taking so much time and skill to redo these old battle axes, I mean treasures, how come you don’t apply grease to the inside of the locks? Is it because they are only going into the door and lock anals, I mean personal museum? Just curious. Stay Tasty.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it! I did lubricate this set (and all the mortise locks I’ve restored) off camera. There’s a weird amount of debate from folks on the internet as to what the best lubricating method is for mortise locks, so I figure if I lubricate them off camera there won’t be any angry comments about what I chose for lubrication hahaha. Thanks for watching!

[@DJDarkGift]

@@randomrestoration6858 Thanks for the reply brother. Thanks to your videos I hardly got any sleep last night but it’s always a treat to learn a few new things. I totally understand what you mean about the lube as everyone on KZbin is an expert, as far as the commentary goes so I don’t blame leaving it out. Anywho, back to my egg salad prep and some more vids. BTW, you might wanna try some of that new WD-40 Dry Lube. I love it. Cheers.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@DJDarkGift I actually was about to buy some of their dry lubricant last week to see how I liked it, but I was looking around at a few other brands. Long story short I couldn't decide which one to buy so I didn't buy any haha. Thanks again!

[@DJDarkGift]

@@randomrestoration6858 Anytime Brother, Lovng the channel and even got a few of the freeloaders who stop by the house watching the videos. If their going to pop in unannounced, might as well make them watch what I'm watching.

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@DJDarkGift Well that'll show them to show up unannounced! They better get used to restoration videos or start calling ahead haha.

[@deonnel1410]

I Good job, I think the guy from My mechanic's would have done a much nicer job on this antique piece....

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks for watching, Deon!

[@nurgle11]

He would have made a new one ;)

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@nurgle11 Haha right!

[@jone6635]

I can't wait to see your next project. This one was a beauty. Well done Sir!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@danaowen9014]

That is a work of art. Love the display stand, nice touch.

[@randomrestoration6858]

It sure is a lovely lock set, Dana! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@georgejones3526]

That's a pretty "seedy" looking lock, you might want to see if you can "spruce" it up a little.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha you really have to wonder how those got in there. I should have planted them afterwards. 😆Thanks for watching!

[@georgebrown8312]

Good job restoring the old lockset, knobs, and all. Good job making new keys for it, too. Well done.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hey thank you very much, George! I'm a huge fan of this design, the door knobs especially. Thanks for watching!

[@howzatrestorations1538]

Brilliant job mate!!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Howzat!

[@mytubebobbie06h]

That was very satisfying to watch the transformation. 😮

[@martinduggan138]

Beautiful, excellent work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Martin!

[@samanthazeiger1553]

I really love your sense of humor along with your amazing skills

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Samantha. I appreciate it!

[@ModyMody-vn9yg]

Perfect restoration

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot!

[@debragibson9540]

Beautiful!!!!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot!