Rare Broken 1880s Mortise Lock Set Restoration | Random Restoration

Welcome!
Today I will be restoring an old rare broken ornate mortise lock set manufactured by Lockwood Manufacturing Co. between the mid 1880s until the 1890s. No surprise, another hardware restoration video haha. This design is (unofficially) called the Lockwood Broken Leaf - this is very fitting since it was indeed broken due to abuse. Much like in my previous mortise lock restoration videos I started this project by disassembling the mortise lock. Although the interior of this lock was filthy with years worth of old grease and other lubricants, it was obviously going to be much less of a rusty restoration in comparison to many of my previous restoration videos.
After the mortise lock was disassembled, I found a broken post inside the case which was meant to keep the lock bolt in place. Good thing I'm pretty familiar with door hardware and this isn't my first mortise lock repair! Anyways, I moved onto the paint removal stage. I had to apply two separate coats of paint stripper to remove most of the original paint. Then I gave all of the parts a thorough clean with some degreaser to remove all of the years of filth they'd accumulated. The next step of the restoration was the rust removal stage, and like usual I submerged the parts in Evapo-Rust for a few days.
While waiting for that I went ahead and searched through the 1894 Lockwood catalog, where I found the "Broken Leaf" design in multiple locations through the catalog. Once all the parts had been removed from the rust remover I went ahead and abrasive buffed all of the parts, followed by thoroughly going over them with a wire wheel, making sure to get into every nook and cranny. Then it was time for key cutting. I swear I'll be a professional locksmith if I keep all these restoration videos coming haha.
Then I had to figure out how to repair the lock case. My DIY lock repair consisted of a stainless steel bolt, threaded through the case and thoroughly sanded down to make the lock bolt fit like new. With how it's fitted it is impossible to unscrew itself, and should work for many decades of use! After the mortise lock was repaired, I moved onto sanding and polishing all of the bronze parts. Then I switched over to painting all of the large components. I painted the recessed areas of the ornate bronze parts, which is what finish #3 in the 1894 Lockwood catalog describes.
Next up I had to restore the small parts. I went ahead and did some nickel plating on a handful of parts. I sanded and polished all of the remaining brass and bronze parts. I then did cold bluing with the remaining small parts. Bluing steel is always a weirdly satisfying thing to watch IMO. The parts were all then reassembled. I installed them in a piece of wood that I drilled and chiseled out. Then I gave it a proper test, and not only is this a beautiful lock, it works great now! Of all my restorations this one is by far my favorite outcome - It's a truly gorgeous design, and along with a near perfect restoration is such a joy to look at.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Welcome!
1:07 Disassembly
4:02 Paint Stripping
4:57 Cleaning Parts
5:44 Rust Remover Stuff
6:27 Finding the Original Designer
8:03 Removing Remaining Paint
8:55 Cleaning up Case
9:40 Cleaning up Remaining Large Parts
11:14 Removing Keyhole Covers
11:53 Cleaning up Small Parts
12:47 Cutting New Keys
15:12 Fixing the Broken Case
16:49 Finishing the Keys
17:22 Sanding & Polishing Lock
18:46 Sanding & Polishing Knobs
19:22 Sanding & Polishing Escutcheons
20:01 Reinstalling Keyhole Covers
20:44 Painting Mortise Lock
21:34 Painting Door Knobs
22:11 Painting Escutcheons
22:35 Case Paint Prep
23:03 Examples of Painted Locks
23:56 Painting Case
24:46 Bluing Small Parts
25:31 Nickel Plating
26:33 Finishing Brass & Bronze Parts
27:22 All Parts Finished
27:36 Reassembly
30:14 Before and After
31:04 Display Installation
31:56 Testing it Out
33:21 Thanks for Watching!
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[@-Deena.]

The problem with such a beautiful lock is that it would need a beautiful door, in a beautiful frame, in a beautiful wall, in a beautiful room, on a beautiful floor, of a beautiful house, with a beautiful garden, in a beautiful area, with my beautiful family. I would just look at it and cry. I'd have the lock but nothing else and never will.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Very true words. The house and surroundings really need to fit this lockset rather than the other way around. Take care, and thank you for watching!

[@Dog.soldier1950]

Beautiful woman helps too

[@UNUSUALUSERNAME220]

You're like a depressed Dr. Seuss.

[@-Deena.]

​@@UNUSUALUSERNAME220 ..you don't know the half of it! 😁❤

[@-Deena.]

@@Dog.soldier1950 ...or a beautiful man.

[@valengreymoon5623]

It's just too bad that craftsmanship like this has almost completely ceased to be. Very cool little showcase display as well.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Is t it! The amount of time and effort that went into designing and manufacturing this design/lock is very impressive, and it’s a total shame that there’s no modern day equivalent to these. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@Bender13]

My uncle was a “plasterer” before modern wall board became popular. I worked for him as a labourer in a summer job in the sixties when he would be plastering walls and ceilings in large homes of those who could afford it. It was very labour intensive. He was not just a plasterer but a craftsman who would be called to restore old theatres and historical homes. I would marvel as he worked on damaged and missing art work….large ceiling rosettes, crown mouldings, flowers, angels etc…..bringing the past back to life….and all by hand. When his sons took over the company they switched to wallboard and foam castings. When my uncle died so did his craft. When I go to the theatres to see a play, I look up at the ceilings and think, “ who will look after that now?” So you are correct when you say the artists who did this have long ago passed on. Thanks for the beautiful restoration.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much for the story/comment, I suppose that's the sad truth - It's always nice to see when a craft like that is continued by the next generation but, like you described, way more often than not that's opposite of what happens unfortunately.

[@stewartxp2400]

Dude, impressive work on the research portion there! Tracking down an old ass catalogue like that and then seeing the exact lock from over 120 years ago is pretty surprising!

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it! Researching these old locksets is definitely a surprisingly fun part of the restoration process. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@raebertgrayson5766]

I love watching such restorations, all the more so because such antiques remind us of how far we've come...in some ways, I mourn, because they also show how much we have lost.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I very much do agree with you there, Raebert! Thanks for watching!

[@goupigoupi6953]

Whoever designed this thing has the brain of a watchmaker.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha right! It’s a very impressive design. Thanks for watching!

[@k.george8722]

Another stunning job. I love these old locks, hinges, etc., that you find and restore. Your so thorough, and it pays off. Your doing a remarkable job.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate the kind words! It's always a joy to bring these old hardware related items back to the state they were in originally. Thanks again!

[@zippo3300]

yes he do i love he videos

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@zippo3300 Thank you!

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

This is beautiful! 😍 The whole thing was such a clean cast to begin with.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! They did do a fantastic job with the casting with this one.

[@American_Jeeper]

Pure artwork, magnificent. Well done.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@alonegeek895]

Draw from

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[@francislematt7079]

You are so awesome that you did some research, identified it and shared info on it with us viewers. I wish other antique repair You Tubers were as articulate as you!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Much appreciated, Francis! It's always weirdly great fun (for me at least haha) to figure out the history of the items I restore. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@PibbleMom297]

My grandfather was a builder in the early 1900's and one of the homes he built was his own. My dad and my aunt grew up in it and it remained in the family until 1969. My aunt lived there most of her life and as we lived close by, we used to visit her all the time as little kids. I loved that house; she spoiled us and we had wonderful times there. It didn't have furnishings quite as elegant as that exquisite lockset (it was more Craftsman style) but there were loads of gorgeous things that I remember. Sadly, my aunt took ill in 1969 and the house and most of it's contents had to be sold to pay for her care. I think it broke my dad's heart; I know it broke mine, I was barely 18 at the time but that house held great memories. Your restorations are unbelievably beautiful and I love watching the progress you make with each one. They make me remember the house my grandad built.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the comment! Sounds like it was a lovely home! It's too bad it ended up having to be sold instead of staying in the family, especially after making all those memories in it as a kid. I appreciate the kind words - Thank you very much for watching!

[@drunkdunc8738]

It's rare to see a mortise lock out and about, they're usually indoor types 🤔🍻

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha they are generally quite reclusive!

[@uniballoutlaw]

Have always LOVED the old school pride in work and the craftsmanship and you restoring is on that same level for me, Great Job

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words, Shawn!

[@batterymakermarkii2654]

I can't get over how ornate and gorgeous these are. Something for the eye as well as function....

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, they are definitely pleasant to look at!

[@carmencampbell6994]

You are a riot! Got hooked when I saw your "happy accident" doorbell paint job and had to subscribe. Thank you for being you!

[@randomrestoration6858]

I was tempted to re lacquer that part for the video but I mean who doesn't want a two-tone bell ringer hahaha. Thank you very much, Carmen!

[@murlthomas2243]

You did a great job! It looks beautiful. Wish they still made them this well.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! I do too, 120+ years old and not only is it still working well, but is still beautiful as ever. You certainly won't find anything like that these days unfortunately.

[@nanasewdear]

As always, I so appreciate the sheep and the frogs adding to the background sound effects. Another beautiful hardware restoration!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha I do suppose they add a bit of character to the video. Thanks a lot for the kind words!

[@Maggiewaggiemoo12]

Utterly beautiful. The stories that lock could tell. You did a fantastic job x

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it! Right, this lockset has had quite the life!

[@saskscott26]

Beautiful, I just personally wish that the high spots on the background were brass and not full black but that's just me. Amazing work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Fair enough, thanks a lot for the kind words, and thank you for watching!

[@hadla]

Yeah I was like: nooo don’t paint them!

[@littlecuddles4348]

same i dont mine the black but now the back ground is too dark

[@lenamanashah2752]

agreed, the black takes away from the natural beauty of the metal and the design.. beautiful restoration. the painting kind of kills it for me. nevertheless he does great work.

[@ddilink]

Gorgeous! I'm blown away.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Vince! It really is a spectacular lock set for sure. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@WadersInAlaska]

Love those old doorknobs. Thanks!! Great video!! Cheers!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you! Of all the ornate hardware from this timeframe, this has to be one of the coolest designs!

[@shawnataylor7998]

Beautiful..works of art themselves. Thanks for sharing your craft!

[@randomrestoration6858]

They are indeed! Thanks a lot!

[@jazzquebec2847]

WOW, this piece is a beauty and more with your work. Thanks Sir for that Era 19th.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate the kind words! Thanks for watching!

[@a1465]

I appreciate the vast attention to detail. Best restorer on KZbin.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate it!

[@frankierzucekjr]

That pin code part at 4:15 lol. I was like... "did that just say what I thought it did" lol

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha I think I had a bit too much fun making this video

[@frankierzucekjr]

@@randomrestoration6858 hahahaha hey if your not having fun, then what's the point right? Lol

[@debbiespring6653]

Great job! Subscribed for the "still cleaner than my house" comment! I appreciate things like that while watching these videos! 😊

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha thanks a lot for subscribing, and thank you for watching, Debbie!

[@julieday4895]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot,Julie! It certainly I’d a gorgeous lock set!

[@johnposey9469]

Love it! Another beautiful set.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, John. It is a gorgeous design!

[@DANYMITERESTORATION]

They just knew how to make a functional but piece of art item in the old days - i appreciated you brining it back to its original beauty. Great job!

[@randomrestoration6858]

They absolutely did! Thank you very much for the kind words, I appreciate it!

[@DANYMITERESTORATION]

@@randomrestoration6858 it is well deserved sir.

[@rubymontano1599]

I enjoy your channel because you have a rare talent for spatial relations and how mechanisms work ..I'm detail oriented but you are a whole other level,and I appreciate your humor😁

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate the kind words, Ruby! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@georgebrown8312]

A superb job restoring the old lockset, mortise lock, knobs, and all. It looks like brand-new, and you did a good job of making news keys to fit. Well done.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hey George, thanks a lot! It's surprising how much time it takes to fine tune the keys to get them fit and work well, but it really is worth spending the extra time doing it! As per usual, thanks for watching!

[@JAdams-jx5ek]

Bravo! Beautifully done!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!

[@glenncox378]

Well done mate! Stunning 🤩

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Glenn, I appreciate it!

[@user-hj7ls3lm3x]

What an amazingly beautiful lock! You have done an impeccable job restoring it, well done and thanks for sharing!

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it - Thank you very much for watching!

[@georgeshelton6281]

It's good to see this door knob again. It's a classic restoration chapter.👀

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@davidcoats1037]

Excellent work! Fantastic result! 😃👍🏼

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, David!

[@misterpatina]

Just awesome! ❤️

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a bunch, man! I’m definitely happy with how this one turned out in the end ❤️

[@MissLady-pq4hc]

Beautiful, nice work!👍🏼🙂🌟🌟🌟

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a bunch!

[@blipblip88]

Ahh..to live in the gilded age again when beautiful designs adorned the most mundane of objects..Nice restoration job. Thank you for the video. I Liked and subscribed.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha, right! They knew how to make some lovely items back then. I appreciate it, thank you for watching!

[@marionlesage4794]

Beautiful!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Marion!

[@Brassmask]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much, it's definitely a gorgeous design!

[@cantsay8894]

Wow such impressive work. Love the history of the piece too. Great job

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!

[@PLuMUK54]

I was a little stressed this morning. Now, after watching this soothing video I am so relaxed. You have the skills of a magician, I'm always on Team Loser when metal or wood are concerned, and seeing someone achieve this sort of end result is truly magical.

[@randomrestoration6858]

You were on a video watching spree today haha. Glad to hear it, I appreciate the kind words! Haha yeah it takes a huge amount of (mostly off camera) time to get all the metalwork done on these old mortise lock sets. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@rickfry1658]

Spectacular!

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Rick!

[@Blue2crows]

You finished that beautifully.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, I appreciate it, Linda!

[@eclecticadventurer]

Amazing results as always

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, I appreciate it!

[@reddragon352001]

Absolutely outstanding. I wish they still made Doorknobs and such like this today they are so beautiful. I want one.😀

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much! Right, it's a shame that hardware like this was made over 120 years ago, but there is no modern day equivalent. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@azadnoori9572]

Fantastic work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@lindsaythompson726]

Beautiful work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Lindsay!

[@mirco1707]

Great work by a skilled professional. Magnificent work.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, I appreciate it, Mirco!

[@heathergomez5298]

Gorgeous.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Heather!

[@toriam15]

What a beautiful piece.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Right, such a gorgeous design! Thanks for watching!

[@troyna77]

Great job. This video is the 🗝️ to your success.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha thank you very much, Troy!

[@martiwilliams8091]

Perfecto! Excellent restoration. Thank you.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Marti! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@t_taeyong]

That's an awesome work!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@Ianna80]

@27:20 I luv tht we can hear goats in the background!! Goats are so adorable, sweet, curious, lovable & so loving!! The restoration was beautiful!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha oh yeah the goats love to show up from time to time to socialize outside the window. Thanks for watching!

[@JokeriPokeri17]

Those look absolutely beautiful! I'm starting to crave for that kind of things, they look so elegant and beautiful than the modern ones. Opening, closing and locking your door would be one eyecatching moment every day!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! Right, modern hardware is shockingly boring, why not make something enjoyable to look at like this lockset? Thanks you for watching!

[@gaillampert9591]

What a treasure!!! I love it.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Gail!

[@jackson84694]

Just watching this is as relaxing and therapeutic as an advanced yoga class.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I sport the kind words, Jay! Thanks for watching!

[@kimsinclair125]

Fine craftsmanship in making the door set and fine restoration.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Agreed! Thanks a bunch, Kim!

[@TREBORANDERSON]

Wonderful work ... well done! Thank God for Dremels!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! Hahaha yeah I sure get a lot of use out of mine!

[@randomrestoration6858]

@Mu*Shu TeeVee You are speaking the truth hahaha

[@gaynorjackson8857]

Beautiful restoration beautifully displayed

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@monetwilson13]

Beautiful set of locks for doors

[@randomrestoration6858]

Isn’t it! Any house that was furnished with this hardware back in the would have definitely been a looker! Thanks for watching!

[@EdgarSanchez-lt2dg]

Free therapy...thanks!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha you’re very welcome, and thank you for watching!

[@miksal26]

All it needs now is a door worthy enough to adorn.( I visited San Francisco and ,of course, saw the “Painted Ladies”. ) I was reminded of them when watching your restoration work. Cheers from Downunder 👍🇦🇺🇺🇸😷😷😷😷

[@randomrestoration6858]

Very true, it's interesting to think about having hardware so nice that the door itself needs to look the part as well! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@RESTORATIONOFSCRAPMETAL]

Greetings my friend, beautiful work. Excellent restoration. There is a lot to learn. As always Like👍😉

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much for the kind words, I appreciate it!

[@robertnash2250]

nice work, I think its a jailhouse lock, I love these old locks. I'm a retired locksmith, have some my self anyway great job keep them coming

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! This specific lockset would have been mostly for homes, but I'm positive there were very similar locks that were indeed used in jailhouses at that time like you said. Thanks for watching!

[@meganroyer1657]

It's beautiful!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Megan - I agree, this design is absolutely gorgeous! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@Asubuhi]

Well done 👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you, Roger!

[@user-yg5gr7pt7s]

Супер👍Хорошо что есть такие люди как вы, которые могут найти описание(документ) на такие необычные вещи и могут восстановить их изначальный вид.👍👍👍👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Большое спасибо за добрые слова!

[@josehidalgotenerife2022]

Awesome job!!! Congratulations...👏👏👏🇪🇸🇮🇨

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@ichabodon]

Beautiful job as usual RR. Great filming with a joke or two thrown in.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it! This is such a brilliant looking design - It'll be nice once I can finally install it in a door haha. Thanks for watching!

[@RestorationAustralia]

Looks great well done.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, man!

[@restorationconstantines7731]

very careful and high-quality work👍👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@simonmuschamp4582]

Another excellent recovery as usual. You must have quite the collection now.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! I’m definitely getting there hahaha.

[@BrothersRestorationIndustry]

Good job 👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much!

[@razorboyXVII]

Very nice!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you!

[@tomswindler64]

As always you have accomplished a great restoration on this lock assembly.you planning on using this in your restoration of your house.great video 😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot for the kind words, Tom! This lockset will definitely be put to use by me at some point in the future. Until then though it’ll stay in its display. Thanks for watching!

[@doriWyo]

VERY nice!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you very much, Dory! It’s definitely a gorgeous old lockset!

[@garymucher9590]

As about as good as it can get. I think better then when new. It has many many years of quality life in it yet. Thumbs Up for sure.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thank you for the kind words, Gary!

[@abo_fhad]

لا تعليق , انت مبدع بكل ما تحمله الكلمة من معنى , توثيق القطعة و تنظيفها و اصلاحها و تلميعها و دهنها و مونتاج و اخراج , ما هذا يا رجل , هل أنت فريق , لقد ابدعت شكرا لك .

[@randomrestoration6858]

أقدر الكلمات الرقيقة ، شكرا جزيلا على المشاهدة

[@gregwright392]

Outstanding

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Greg!

[@tinachambers4887]

Beautiful a fine piece of hardware jewerly have a day love from TEXAS

[@randomrestoration6858]

It is such a cool design! Thanks a lot for watching!

[@loonygirl4047]

A beautiful lock restoration. Am I the only one seeing an Egyptian influence in the pattern?

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! Floral designs like this were pretty common at the time so it's hard to say what any one piece was influenced by, but I do see what you're saying! Thanks for watching!

[@susanpayne8908]

It is from the Aesthetic Period of Victoriana. Largely influenced by asian design it includes plants, insects & birds as design elements.

[@WorkshopDC]

This Lock looks very expensive, loved all the details and the high polish of course hehe' 😄 Wonderful job Bro! ❤️

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, man, I appreciate it! Expensive indeed, but a very cool (and enjoyable to look at) lockset nonetheless 😁

[@ArtisticEndeavors]

Droolworthy! ✌🏻🎨☕️

[@randomrestoration6858]

Hahaha right, it's such a fantastic design! As always, thanks for watching!

[@barbannco]

beautiful

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot - It's a truly lovely design! Thank you for watching, Barbara!

[@annetodd4626]

Perfect 👍

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a bunch, Anne!

[@debrabaum2020]

You are a genius my friend 🏆🏆🏆👍🏼💖

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a bunch, Debra!

[@jaskarnsingh5053]

Very hard and very unique work bro, God bless 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 you.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate the kind words - Thanks a lot for watching!

[@timsmith1589]

Dude that was cool. I hope that you are using them in your home. Great work

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, Tim! I plan on putting all these ornate locks I restore to use in the future. Thanks for watching!

[@timsmith1589]

@@randomrestoration6858 that's awesome, I love old things like that being reused and enjoyed for another 100 plus years. Where did you find these at?

[@randomrestoration6858]

@@timsmith1589 I found this set on a website that deals in antique hardware, but you can also find stuff like this on eBay (usually at a higher price though surprisingly) from time to time. Thanks again!

[@elisabethnadalini9324]

Hello from south of france🥰😊 the king louis XVI loved locks ! When he could, he repaire some or even made some ☺

[@randomrestoration6858]

Very cool, he definitely had a passion that I approve of. Thank you very much for watching!

[@paulomiguel33]

WOW I'm speechless. What a great work !!! Wonderful. Better than the 1frst original.

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate the kind words, Paulo! Thanks for watching!

[@NoblevilleCats]

I am just amazed by the work you do, to save the awesome old (which I LOVE) pieces of history! Can not buy new hardware, because it does not last like the vintage/antique hardware, and not near as pretty!

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot, I am addicted to saving older items like this haha. Right, this stuff was built to last a lifetime and then some! They're simple, but built extraordinarily well and, like you noted, look way better than what's offered these days! Thanks for watching!

[@jamiebriese3702]

Excellent restoration, love how you fixed the broken piece, I was wondering how or if you were going to, than you did that. 😀

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Jamie! I'm glad it wasn't too mangled to be repaired in there - I've seen some outrageous damage inside mortise locks due to abuse. Thanks a lot for watching!

[@whodat006]

Thanks always for the in-depth description with all the information. I was wondering if you could list the Dremel bits and types or even brands of paint and cleaner and lacquer you use. I don’t know anything about cleaning and painting brass or metals. Anyway, appreciate your videos and how informative they are. Thanks.

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! I have gotten a few similar comments recently, and I'll likely start adding in links to the products used as a result, though it may be a little while before I have time to go through all the videos and add it to the description haha. Thanks for watching!

[@ady5041]

This amazing 🔐 set is like puzzle If you have all the pieces together the puzzle is completed and ready to play Amazing staff man,seriously i really like that model,,,here in Europe we have to really nice models,i see you try to keep the classic alive,,vintage alive 😀,,,really nice work

[@randomrestoration6858]

Haha yeah it’s a bit of a puzzle for sure. Thanks a lot, I appreciate it! I’ve seen some awesome hardware out of the US listed online but I’ve never been adventurous enough to buy any sets since I’m worried they’d be totally mangled or lost in transit haha. Thank you for watching!

[@stoveboltlvr3798]

Stunning job, it's nicer than original!!

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate the kind words!

[@msmavris1]

Beautiful work on a beautiful and indeed rare lock! Now you made me want to restore some old brass locks with glass handles that I have from my time in home renovations. I was going to do them in September because I've got other projects on the table now but you gave me the itch. Teaches me not to watch restoration videos........

[@randomrestoration6858]

Thanks a lot! Hahaha yeah, now you’ll know not to watch any restoration related videos when you have projects waiting to be restored. Good luck on the restorations!

[@paulodecastro4750]

Belíssimo trabalho. Parabéns.🇧🇷

[@randomrestoration6858]

Obrigado pelas amáveis palavras!

[@patsthemom]

all I can say is WOW

[@randomrestoration6858]

I appreciate it, Pat!