Restoration - The Banker's Lamp

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Welcome to today's video where you saw the renovation of the old Banker's Lamp.
Table lamps are a must in any household.
It is a practical helper that looks good and saves our eyes.
And who invented the practical assistant?
The Banker's Lamp was an American invention, originally designed for use in banking halls.
The first patent for a lamp was filed on May 11, 1909 by the American engineer Harrison D. McFaddin.
The original design of the lamp was very simple.
The lamp had a brass base that held a shade of green over white glass.
This original glass shade was custom made at the Shreiber & Neffen factory in Rapotín, Moravia, today's Czech Republic.
The lamps were made in America and assembled at the McFaddin factory in New York and originally sold under the Emeralite brand.
The size of the lamp was such that it provided enough light while leaving enough space on the table.
The lampshade was made so that it could be tilted up and down to direct the light.
In 1929, a patent was filed for a British version of the Banker's Lamp that had a brass shade or reflector instead of a glass shade.
HG Mc-Faddin & Co. was sold in 1960.
The original lamps from before the Second World War are still a sought-after antique piece.
And that's it for today, thanks for watching.
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I look forward to seeing you again next time.
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[@user-yl2nn4sb2y]

Красота! Как же мне нравится ретро стиль! Даже шнур в оплетке и выключатель идеально подходят к лампе! Больше всего переживала, что трудно будет провести провода внутри, но все безупречно сделано! Стильно и функционально! Такие вещи надо выставлять на онлайн аукцион👍👍👍👍👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Да, у меня были сомнения по поводу протяжки шнура до последнего момента, т.к. внутри очень много острых краев, затрудняющих натяжку. Спасибо

[@TishaHayes]

A suggestion on the light switch; Usually those come with an additional locking nut that you install between the metal plate and the switch-body. This allows the switch to set lower in the lamp so you do not have exposed threads on the top. It also provides a means for you to tighten down the upper locking nut without compressing the switch body.

[@andyhoudini]

Agreed. Only the knurled nut should be on the top of the base plate, the hex nut should be hidden underneath.

[@catgynt9148]

Another beautiful restoration, thanks for sharing this insightful video. Great use of red wire to pull new wires through the lamp head. Additionally, awed by your use of clear heat shrink tubing at potential friction points. You two kids are amazing craftsmen. Wishing you and your family a blessed week filled with gentle seasonally appropriate weather and restful evenings. Peace

[@luigirotta2802]

Cute restoration. In addition, a shakeproof washer has been put between metal-plate and hex nut.

[@pauljames9738]

25 or so years doing lamp repairs for a living. I agree about the switch install: the hex nut goes under the opening. By turning it up or down, you can minimize the amount of threaded piece showing, making a more presentable appearance. I'm a great fan of heat-shrink tubing, but I usually used a heat gun for greater control, although I certainly used a mini propane torch on occasion. Using the old wire to pull a fresh piece as you demonstrate is the best way -- ease it through gently. I often used a length of beaded chain (pull chain) as a fish tape. All in all, a very nice job! I seriously envy your powder-coat capabilities!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you very much for the compliment Paul. From an expert, it's twice the pleasure :)

[@danmoreton1788]

I can only imagine the patience you must have to restore the lamp. The results, magnificent!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you very much Dan, these beautiful artifacts of our past deserve the care and patience :) Have a nice day from the Czech Republic :) Radek

[@jebsails2837]

A great save on the lamp. Also a great history commentary, we usually don't hear that. Thank you. Narragansett Bay

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@S0K0N0MI]

Beautiful authentic looking restoration. it all came out looking factory new. The braided cable with bakelite plug was a beautiful finishing touch.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Sven :)

[@ftownroe]

Another fantastic restoration. At the beginning I thought that since this was just a humble desk lamp there couldn’t be much history. Once again you amazed me with the amount of history you uncovered for this all too common item that we have all just taken for granted.

[@tomschmidt381]

Very nice desk lamp. The history was very interesting. While listening I wondered if the research took more time then the actual restoration.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

We are a team. Me renovation, woman history 😉

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Fred :)

[@marchelleharris4842]

Nice job. Thank you for sharing.😊

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thanks for watching :)

[@michelecrown2426]

Beautiful restoration. And thank you for the history of it.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much :)

[@michalwarszawski]

Many thx for new movie. I love watch when You put new live in old stuff !!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Michal :)

[@steventrosiek2623]

Amazing 👏. Very beautiful restoration. Much better than original. Thanks for a wonderful video.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you very much for praising the result of our work Steve :)

[@petermurphy994]

another quality restoration radek thankyou for sharing my friend lovely history lesson from Mrs veradona as always take care.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Peter :)

[@vinceianni4026]

Hello Radek and Veronica beautiful restoration beautifully restored well done

[@VeradonaRestoration]

We are delighted Vince, thank you both :)

[@user-dz8dg6ey8g]

Классная реставрация, лампа ожила вашим стараниям. Спасибо за видос, лайк однозначно.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Я рада, спасибо Виктор :)

[@RestorationVideo]

*_Super-impressive, fascinating, satisfying, and just beautiful to watch. Great job!_* 👍👍👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@kjamison5951]

You made light work of that project to make the light work! Bravo!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@patrickhouston2610]

Very very good work well done, more more please, reminds me of the time my daughter worked with, xxxooo

[@andrejjezo9996]

Veľmi pekná práca. Klobúk dole pred vašou sikovnosťou👍👍👍👍👍👍.A ten retro kábel, to je klasická čerešňa na torte!!!!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Děkuji mnohokrát :)

[@danielbowers4008]

They don't make them like they used to. Geez, I am old... great job.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Daniel :)

[@paulorth2251]

Thanks again for a wonderful restoration of this common but interesting simple bankers lamp. It was good to learn that the Americans actually made something unique and not copied from their European background. Thanks again for sharing this video. Your Texas friend Paul.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thanks for watching Paul :) Hugs from the Czech Republic :)

[@paulorth2251]

@@VeradonaRestoration you guys stay safe, a little worried about you 🤔😬💙🙏🫶 Paul

[@VeradonaRestoration]

@@paulorth2251 Ok, thanks Paul 🤗

[@elhamsiamak7172]

Sincerely, I always look forward to seeing your work

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad, thank you Elham :)

[@jdaywork2693]

I enjoyed the history lesson after the restoration! Thank you!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad, thank you John :)

[@jpc1147]

I always wanted one of those lamps. Great video, Thank you.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@mordredjedlinski1799]

Jak zwykle - efekt końcowy to dzieło sztuki. Dziękuję.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Dziękuję bardzo :)

[@larrykelly2838]

Nice restoration, i remember seeing some lamps of this style back when I was a wee lad.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

👉👍😉 Thanks Larry :)

[@adhamhussein5303]

Wonderful specimen! I also remember how the offices in old Banks had similar lamps with green glass domes as plastic was not a popular material at the beginning of the 20th century )

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Yes, these are the ones that they spoke about at the end of Veronica :) They had to be beautiful with a glass shadow :)

[@ldjtje]

This waa a beautiful find and when I saw the beginning I thought it was too far gone, but as always your amazing skills saved the lamp and even turn it into new again. I realley enjoyed watching Radek, thank you very much. 👍👍👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you very much for beautiful words :)

[@user-zc4lh2ll5v]

Спасибо. Хорошая работа и удобное видео для просмотра и как практика.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Это меня радует, спасибо :)

[@harryhamilton298]

Great restoration. I don't envy you pulling those wires. I really do like how the light socket is made. The normal ones in the US are not so fancy or sturdy looking. Thanks and have a great week.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Yes, Harry, it was a birth - pulling out wires, especially the old ones that someone had already left there... Have a nice day :)

[@Cradley684]

Excellent work friends, look's great have a nice day all !!!. 😀👍🙏

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much my friend :)

[@roxyagev5601]

Je to krásná vintage lampa, srdečné pozdravy a vřelá objetí z Kostariky, ode mě a Alexe

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Děkujeme do Kostariky :) Objetí z Česka přátelé :)

[@nineteenandfortyone]

Great job! The lamp looked beyond hope before your restoration.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much :)

[@user-ww8ok7px4k]

Это восхитительно! Молодец!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Большое спасибо.

[@JavierZepedaMas]

I loved the video and the final micro history class. Great work!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Javier :)

[@g.l.swartz3157]

Perfection as always. I love banker's lamps. Simple but elegant style.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

👉👍Thank you :)

[@SouthOfGate]

What a beautiful lamp! I am interested to know more about how you removed the dents by using rollers on the lathe. Also I would love to see more about restoring the threaded brass rod holding the light bulb housing! Totally awesome job.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you, next time I get better ... :)

[@SouthOfGate]

@@VeradonaRestoration no need to get “better”. you both are so awesome and skillful. I always really enjoy your content and partnership!

[@joseluizmariote6640]

As always my friends Radek and Veronica, another beautiful restoration, it was sensational. A hug.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you very much Jose Luiz :)

[@CL-we8tn]

Brilliant, thank you. And thank you for the background.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much :)

[@kevinfoster926]

Brilliant! thank you Radek and Veronika.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Kevin :)

[@meninoandrade9833]

What a fantastic restoration Good work keep going

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Menino :)

[@TinkerPrepper]

Excellent video. Appreciate the history at the end

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much :)

[@debrabrooks6138]

A beautiful restoration of a lovely lamp! What a wonderful history of the lamp origins, I had no idea the first lamp of these were made here! Thank you and Bless you in all you do!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thanks for watching Debra. Hugs from the Czech Republic :)

[@MrMoon1ight]

аааа как же я соскучился по вашим видео ☺😅👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Вау, спасибо, что мне нравится :)

[@garygraham6020]

Always look with anticipation for your next project!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad, thank you Gary :)

[@pitsnipe5559]

Nice work! Love seeing old items made better then new.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Pit :)

[@freedom020]

Comment les choses paraissent simples à faire une fois qu'elles sont passées entre vos mains.....c'est absolument superbe, une très belle restauration. BRAVO!!!!!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Merci beaucoup d'avoir regardé :)

[@nobuckle40]

This restoration really brightened up my day. Thank yo for sharing.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Wow, so I'm glad, thank you :)

[@svetlanaziatnina1514]

По фильмам с довоенным сюжетом запомнились лампы именно с зелёным абажуром. Видно, что лампа ремонтировалась. Как всегда превосходная работа - лампа выглядит очень актуально и вполне может служить не только как предмет в коллекции

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Да, было выпущено бесчисленное множество ламп с подобным дизайном, но наибольшей популярностью пользовалась лампа с абажуром из зеленого стекла. Реплики делают и сегодня. Спасибо Светлана :)

[@lordexcellent5610]

Krásná práce, obzvláště oceňuji šňůru s pleteným rukávcem. Starou elektroniku si bez těchto kabelů nedovedu představit :).

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Ano souhlasím, ještě, že se dají stále koupit 😉

[@user-li2cx6fo2q]

Привет из Казахстана 😊 Ставлю два лайка ( ноутбук и планшет) Включил перевод на ноутбуке - узнал много интересного . Жду новых роликов.Вам удачи ,новых находок , успехов в делах, здоровья и мирного неба над головой 👌

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Большое спасибо, мой друг :)

[@mqczer]

Skvělá rekonstrukce a historie. Děkuji za skvělý materiál. Pozdravy z Polska.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Děkuji sousede za krásný komentář :)

[@19Bmiller]

The restoration was well done. I did especially enjoy the history of the lamp, much of which was new for me. Thanks

[@VeradonaRestoration]

We are happy, thank you Bob :)

[@victorlaiviera9683]

Excellent work! The only thing I would have done differently would be to pit a washer between the spring and the shade, to avoid the spring damaging the shade.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Victor :)

[@yeagerxp]

Excellent restoration 👍👍👍Thank you for sharing. . Take care of yourselves, be safe, and healthy 🇨🇦

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much :)

[@alidesjunior31]

I love your work. I was happy to know that you subtitled the video to Portuguese.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad, thank you :)

[@trtsndrnggr]

What a pretty lamp, you make it shimmering and more beautiful. It's so nice to see your video.❤🎉

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad, thank you :)

[@olgaabella2537]

Hermosa quedó la lámpara!! exelente las historia que nos haces Verónica de cada objeto, abrazos desde Uruguay

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Muchas gracias Olga :)

[@christelmuller9198]

Wieder eine schöne Arbeit es macht immer wieder Spaß viele Grüße Christel 👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Vielen Dank Christel :)

[@MegaRAMBAUD]

SPLENDIDE, Félicitation à toute l'équipe👍👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Merci beaucoup :)

[@1chesli]

Прекрасная работа. Как всегда, получил удовольствие от просмотра Вашего контента. Вот только один момент: вверху, на выключателе, должна быть только декоративная гайка. А шестигранная спрятана снизу и регулирует нужный подъём тумблера над поверхностью подставки.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Спасибо :)

[@homestudia]

Именно так! Тогда выключатель будет смотреться не таким чужеродным. Однако за работу и контент 5+ авторам!

[@angelrobertopuzzo]

Felicitaciones! Muy bueno todo lo que hacen! Saludos desde Argentina ❗

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Muchas gracias desde la República Checa :)

[@mikebetts5532]

Beautiful work…….cool lamp.🛠️🔩⚙️🗜️🔨🔧⛏️👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much :)

[@mr.bandyshanks6492]

Let there be light and there was light... Good job.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@carolrecore786]

Love the work you did , Beautiful

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Carol :)

[@harshabiliangady3211]

Congratulations! Job very well done madam.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Harsha :)

[@jenhartart2]

Awesome restoration.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@tattoosteveneo]

I’ve been here since the very start of your channel. It’s only got better with time. Love to see these.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm happy and grateful, thank you :)

[@vladsmith4140]

I love the restoration and the final explanation was fantástic. It's a simple point but give historical context of the object.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Vlad :)

[@re-fix9678]

Good restore❤

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)

[@aldosentis]

Like always, interesting history of the restoration and the lamp. Grettins to the distance..!!!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Aldo, greetings from the Czech Republic :)

[@aldosentis]

@@VeradonaRestoration Greetings from Chile...

[@churlepatakha]

Well done dear, nice work. The conclusive narration was great too!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad thank you Shahid :)

[@terrimyers3337]

Beautiful work and I always look forward to learning about the item. Thank you for sharing what you do.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

We are both happy, thank you Terri :)

[@AndreaMerchak]

Awesome!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Andrea :)

[@willieckaslike]

And again, thank you both for a very interesting & informative video. Ending with another practical, usable lamp Thank you for sharing !

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Willie :)

[@Granddad92]

As always, a beautiful restoration.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you David :)

[@dsj1946]

Well done on another great restoration XX

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you David :)

[@pruebalkega8898]

Muy buena restauracion...exitos y bendiciones desde Peru👍👍👍👍

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Muchas gracias Prueba :)

[@dannyhenson3141]

A beautiful job done as always

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Danny :)

[@adriana.B58]

Hermosa y como si fuera nueva. Cariños para ambos.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Gracias a los dos Adriana :)

[@karavalle12]

👏👏👏Travail de qualité ! Propreté de l’atelier ! Voilà qui est attirant, c’est pourquoi je reviens voir le travail suivant ! Et merci Véroniкà pour les compléments d’explications !🌹🌹🌹

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Merci beaucoup Marc :) Veronica

[@filipkren6710]

Pěkná renovace pěkné prvorepublikové lampy, dávám palec nahoru!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Díky Filipe :)

[@Aleksander_Grigorjev]

Greetings from Petersburg! Great job, Radek. The lamp is convenient and very practical, it shines only where it is needed. I've seen these, only their shades were brass and polished to a mirror state or dark green. But yours is beautiful too. And Veronica too.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Aleksandr :)

[@samanthadean1083]

Awesome job!!! ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Samantha :)

[@irinakargina742]

Профессионально, четко, красиво! С нетерпением жду следующую работу.😊❤

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Я рада, спасибо Ирина :)

[@jt9498]

I have such a lamp on my desk. It gets used daily. :)

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Great, I'm happy, thank you :)

[@GreenWeaselTea]

I love Veronika's talk at the end of the videos. Together, with Radel's restoration, they make a great video.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you very much :)

[@altairdesouza9368]

Linda luminária e ótima restauração. Parabéns!!!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Muito obrigado :)

[@carlmcgee1623]

Turning what would be scrap into a wok of art. Bravo !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Carl :)

[@rb962]

Beautiful work!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Rose :)

[@ElianaAsato]

Such a nice result! Looks awesome!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Eliana :)

[@richardmahan4197]

A beautiful restoration, as always.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you Richard :)

[@jimwiskus8862]

Beautiful job, there’s not much room for improvement other than the comment from Tisha Hayes about the switch and the additional nut. In restored a swing arm lamp last year. I was concerned about fishing the wire through all the joints. I saw a KZbin video where the person doing the work used a furniture paste wax on the outside of the wire to help it slide through the brass pipes. Worked like a charm. I don’t think it would work on the cloth covered wire though. My cord was the typical vinyl coated type. Thank you again!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thanks for the positive comment and advice :) As for the switch, I've already explained it here several times. And yes, I put the switch nut wrong, but in the final it wouldn't have been possible otherwise. I searched in vain for the original "low" switch in my country, it is no longer produced. I got the one I used (I didn't want a plastic one) and it was tight enough, since the base is closed with a cast iron weight, so there isn't much room left inside. This switch was already bigger than I needed. Even the hinged pertinax plate did not reach the stop by about 1 mm on the side of the switch. Thanks for watching Jim :)

[@jimwiskus8862]

It’s all good! Also loved the history that you showed explaining the journey of said lightning. 😊

[@VeradonaRestoration]

@@jimwiskus8862 Thank you Jim :)

[@user-bu5nv2ll8q]

Как всегда, отличная работа профессионала своего дела!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Большое спасибо :)

[@OfficialSparklyPig]

Very nice, a great alternative to glass cover if you don't want light coming through.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Yes, even if this cover is original and not glass, there is a higher chance that it won't break :) But glass would be nicer :)

[@troynewly]

Very nice restoration, phenomenal job! The history lesson at the conclusion is greatly appreciated. Kudos to you both!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thanks for the nice comment Tony :)

[@andersf324]

As always, excellent content and historical context. Thank you and keep it up!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you so much Andres :)

[@mauriciovaldebenitto8966]

Siempre veo tus vídeos, es de verdad arte en la restauración. Saludos desde Santiago de Chile

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Gracias por el favor Mauricio :)

[@andreacook7431]

I loved this history at the end!

[@VeradonaRestoration]

I'm glad, thank you Andrea :)

[@Vickie-Bligh]

Wow. Thank you Radek and Veronica. We have one, somewhere in this big ol' house of ours and I need to look for it! Love the restoration and the explanation. Thanks for sharing this.

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Cool ! These lamps are very beautiful and deserve to be used :) Thanks Vickie

[@raziel3726]

Amazing Restoration 👍👍🏽👍🏻

[@MrVince8]

Beautiful work

[@VeradonaRestoration]

Thank you :)