Subscriber Sent Me His Grandfather's Wrench for Restoration

In this video I restore an antique wrench sent to me by a subscriber from Italy. The wrench belonged to his grandfather who later died.
This is a nice clean combination wrench for either nut or pipe work. It has a clear maker's mark and is made by Bemis & Call .The condition of the wrench is good with some minor dings and dents, but with a lot of rust. Has a solid hardwood handle with 3 hairline cracks near the heavy steel ferrule. The ferrule is missing , probably this caused the cracks. The handle is protected from splitting any further with a steel ferrule and an end threaded nut which is missing too. The pipe jaw is missing too but I bought a new one from eBay.
In the restoration process, I cleaned the steel parts, then polished and plated them with nickel. I made the parts that were missing from the steel by working on the lathe and I nickel plated too. The wooden handle was restored too and overall this wrench is now restored but kept the patina a lot. This was the owner's request.
I hope you will like this kind of restoration and please let me know in comments what do you think about. Thanks and cheers guys !
#restoration #wrenchrestoration #restorationvideos

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

I hope you like this kind of restoration. I am at your disposal with an answer to any question. Cheers guys !!

[@Luquetti01]

How much time do you need to record and edit a video in average?

[@AlvaroLucard]

You are the best my friend David. Big hug.☕☕

[@kenlumhemang7654]

Not bad but can be better, your finishing normally is not up the mark, watch my mechanic

[@mikewilliamson2899]

@@kenlumhemang7654 He literally said the subscriber asked to maintain casting marks etc. His finishing is normally of excellent standard - not far off My Mechanics at all.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Yeah, the owner of this wrench wanted to keep all the marks and characters. I made metalworking just for making the functionality of the wrench, better. My main goal on this restoration was to clean very well and to eliminate every drop of rust.

[@patjohnson3100]

Very good restoration. The wrench turned out very nicely. The machinist work to make the ferrule and end cap is excellent. The letters GNRY stand for Great Northern Railway. This wrench at one time was used by this railway. The Great Northern ran along the upper tier states of the US and was absorbed into the larger Burlington Northern Railroad about 50 years ago. Thanks.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Wow , to be honest I never knew it what piece of history I had in my hands 😊thanks for the info

[@rpmautospa]

Thanks for sharing!

[@cathiwim]

Yep, on the GNRY.

[@gmwilliams4314]

Great insight! Thank you👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@LayDeeTee1]

Thank you for sharing that info. 👍 See what you can learn on KZbin?😊

[@Psammead21]

I'm sure Salvatore Romano really appreciates the work you've put into bringing his late grandfather's wrench back to life. Beautiful job 👏 👌

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it 😊

[@mannyem4212]

thank you for covering up the flashing lights from welding, it makes it much more comfortable to watch!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad you liked it Manny 😊 thanks

[@Madlintelf]

Not only is it a restoration, it's a precious memory that you preserved for another generation to appreciate. Beautiful job, and thanks Mr. Romano for sending it here, you are in the best hands!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much William 😊

[@Astronopolis]

The deep dimples from the corrosion look so interesting after being nickel plated. I love that you retained the character of the imperfections, it’s part of the story of this tool.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you enjoyed so much 😊

[@Centurion785]

Amazing work! The owner will be proud! GNRY - Stands for Great Northern Railway. I have a GNRY Intermediate Adjustable Wrench that I plan on restoring as well.

[@RichsRidesandRestorations]

Came here to say the same!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks for the infos guys 😊

[@medicbabe2ID]

A railroad wrench...even better. Thank you!

[@DG-kr8pt]

He knew already which is why he knew where to put the dots in the G.N.RY. inscription.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

The dots was already there 👍

[@tron3entertainment]

Now this is how you restore something old and keep the character. I couldn't believe the amount of rust which came off during the electrolysis, even after sand blasting. Maybe one day you can restore one of my late dad's old tools. He as TONS.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much for every time support you give me mate 😊

[@GgTTV828]

Super awesome stuff that you do, it's been a while since I've watched. But, I do enjoy it wholeheartedly! In some ways, I find it oddly soothing-- all these sounds, the tinkering of metals and other assortments of tools coming together to restore olden items. It, in a way, reminds me of my grandfather. He was a sweet man, and a handyman as well. Thank you for your videos. 🙌

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it so much 😊 cheers

[@dogfini3488]

You’re the only restoration KZbinr I watch who puts a filter over the welding process and I really wish more folks would do the same, watching welds hurts my eyes even on video

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@E-hab]

There's others

[@Seedyrom247]

My great grandfather’s axe is still in the family as it gets passed down from generation to generation. My grandfather had to replace the head, and my father replaced the handle … but there is something special about knowing I still have my great grandfather’s axe.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Awesome , keep it safe for the next generations 👍

[@TechnicsFR]

When he said that you are very close to the quality of my mechanics, I am sure he didn't mean that my mechanics is better, but only that you are both from the same category. Btw when you do the sandblasting it looks like you leave the camera inside the cabinet, so satisfying 👍

[@simonl4523]

I'm fairly certain he did mean that my mechanics is a bit better, for one pretty obvious reason.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

And I don’t deny 👍 he is the best on restoration on KZbin.

[@EzioAuditoredaFirenze]

@@CoolAgainRestoration Nahhh you're the best, always have been

[@thorstenhulser5008]

@@CoolAgainRestoration It always depends on what you want to achieve. My Mechanics makes the tools look better than new, with making new parts and some mirror shine finishes. Hand Tool Rescue is keeping the old character by also using old techniques like japanning and such things. LADB Restorations even repairs wooden parts instead of making new ones. By Old Hand keeps the patina so that you can see the tools were used but also have been handled with respect and kept in honor. They all, together with you, are playing in the same high end league of restoration. But everyone with a different approach to the things. There is no "the best". As I said, it depends on what you want.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

@thorsten , yeah, you have right 😊

[@gerryhuntman]

Absolutely enjoyed this restoration. Such love and care, underlined by technical skill. Thank you.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Gerry 😊

[@CULater5600K]

G.N. RY. = Great Northern Railway.

[@ianforeman4377]

Wow. I’m glad you kept the wooden handle. Far too many people make new ones when it’s not necessary. Very impressive piece

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Ian 😊 glad you enjoyed

[@brentwegher2014]

My grandfather was a steam engineer for the Great Northern Railway most of his life. It was a major rail system. In about 1969 the GN merged with Burlington, forming the Burlington-Northern (BN) now called BNSF. Equipment owned by the GN would often be marked G.N.Ry. I also own a coal shovel marked UPRR for Union Pacific Railroad

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Awesome 🤩

[@nunyabiznez6381]

My grandfather made ships for the Navy in WWII. He had a set of micrometers he used. Fifty years later I went into a similar line of work unaware of what my grandfather did. He didn't mention it when I told him about my new job. When he passed away I inherited his micrometers. They were in rough shape having sat around in his garage for over 40 years. A year after that I discovered my great, great grandfather was a machinist for Morse Twist Drill in New Bedford over 120 years ago. My cousin had his micrometers and other machinist tools and they were in even worst shape. He was going to throw them away so I rescued them. Mine I kept in pristine condition. The other two sets I had to restore. I now have all three in frames in my office.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Awesome 🤩 keep them safe 😊

[@suitov]

That's fantastic. Three generations of tools making up a display of family history. That's something to be proud of.

[@Sebastopolmark]

A beautiful restoration. It's nice to see a grandson who cares so much for his grandfathers tools. What a memory! !! !!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot and glad you liked it 😊

[@losamanos]

This is just a beautiful piece of art :-) I hope Salvo will be happy to have this precious memory of his beloved grandpa

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it 😊

[@PJJ196]

I have an antique microscope that my uncle left me when he died many years ago.. it’s over 100 years old.. i tried reaching out to My Mechanics but he said he couldn’t do it.. you and my mechanics are by far the best restoration channels on KZbin.. I would pay for restoration and it would make for amazing content ❤❤❤

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much for your feedback, support and for your comment. Unfortunately I can’t do it to because I have items for restoration in the workshop for the next 4 years. Some of them are from subscribers too. I have to finish them before taking new orders. I hope you don’t get mad on me. Thanks 😊

[@suitov]

I know what it's like to be backed up on projects. I hope you can get your uncle's microscope restored someday, PJ.

[@dangerdoberman]

Now can keep it in the family for hopefully many generations. Well done.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@nevillesmith9795]

I'm pretty sure Salvatore will be in tears when he lay eyes on this tool. It will only bring back such beautiful memories of his grandfather. You have out done yourself on this one sir. Awesome work👌

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Neville 😊

[@NolaGal2601]

I love seeing the different styles of wrenches through time.

[@codywoodring]

Can we take a moment to appreciate the decision and effort to both include the welding and filter it so we aren't blinded? 👏

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@Victoria-mg5bt]

Well he has no excuse not to do the fine work his grandfather did and pass it down for next to keep up the good name, that will certainly put a big smile on grandfather as he looks upon them. Bless

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Victoria 😊

[@rhyssaliekos73]

looks amazing! another great job and I'm sure he'll love it!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Rhyssa 😊

[@kaichu3666]

Great work on this once again! And thank you from saving me getting blinded by my HDR during the welding scenes :D

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@richardhill4925]

Turned out nice & your shop is always so clean and tidy

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot mate 😊

[@steveanderson7667]

If the owner is not satisfied, I will gladly buy it. Great restoration and I love that you left some 'character'

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot again , Steve ! 😊

[@DrHutOfHandcraft]

Extraordinary work, you did a perfect job mate! I am sure that he really appreciates the restoration, it’s really a beautiful piece and memory!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot my friend 👍 danke

[@bucurvictor]

Wow!! This one became one of my favorites. I like the story behind it and the fact that you kinda let it tell that story.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot bro 😎👍

[@randymagnum6680]

That fresh nickel over the worn metal looks so cool. Best of both worlds.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Randy 😊

[@JacobWP]

loved this one, cheers. i agree with the client who sent it for restoration, not to totally undo or fix the casting or pitting, it gives the wrench character.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Yeah, there are some items that need to remain like that 😊

[@Faitheart0808]

What you do is just so mesmerizing. I didn't grow up around machining and tools. I don't know what half the parts are or called, but it almost seems magical how you simply make everything back to it's original! What talent! Like an artist.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Sheri 😊 glad you enjoyed

[@OscarGonzoJim]

probably a preference thing but this is much more satisfying of a look instead of it being completely smooth and shiny, it looks beautiful

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it Jim 😊

[@Anand_KL]

Beautiful. What a joy to watch. Thank you.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Anand 😊

[@dvk578]

phenomenal, sir. simply phenomenal. It was a pleasure to watch you work.

[@shawnde1]

13:06 the overall shape of the wrench looks so neat. The wood on the handle is the perfect color too

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Yeah, I was lucky because I had the wood in good condition. I like more to restore than making new parts.

[@richardhill4862]

Very nice work as always, I think he will be really happy on how the wrench turned out. It's fun to see something in bad shape being brought back, but kind of like a good book you almost to skip ahead to see what were the missing pieces. I didn't do that, but wanted to.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks again Richard 😊

[@zorrosoberon]

Holy S**t What a great job you've done WOW! from a piece of junk to a collectors piece... I salute you.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Luis ❤️

[@lordieshepherd]

Beautiful! You are a master craftsman. I also love the patina in this one too. A real functional show piece now.

[@Luquetti01]

Nice video, now I only need to watch it

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@MrAlekssoft]

Просто супер. Восстановление огонь. Спасибо было безумно приятно и интересно смотреть.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Aleks 😊👍

[@rolandoperez8054]

Mr. Salvo will be in tears when he see his grandfather's wrench restored in fully operational state.

[@buzzysboaty]

Wonderful, absolutely wonderful.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much 😊

[@notfeedynotlazy]

Personally I would have blued it rather than nickel-plating it. It keeps better the "old tool" looks. Just a sugestion, not a criticism.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

I understand you but the owner wanted the shine from the wrench. To my old tools I apply cold or hot bluing too. It is more easy to keep them clean .

[@tarnocdoino3857]

This kind of tool is a work of art.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@RestorationVideo]

*_Another masterpiece! Such a pleasure to watch! Thank you 💕_*

[@jimgraham4673]

Very beautiful tool and a perfect restore.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Jim 😊

[@littleredhairedgirlsteph3922]

Saving the handle was special. He can hold where his grandad held it. Beautiful work!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@fredferd965]

Class Act! Beautifully done!!!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Fred 😊

[@johngreen871]

Really really appreciate you sharing not only this tool, but your process in restoring and repairing it as well.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much John and glad you liked it 😊

[@budthomason8890]

Amazing outcome. Great job.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Bud 😊

[@mikhailkalashnikov4599]

Wow, definitely top notch. You're very talented.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks mate 😊

[@thecreativecardinalbyl.bet7012]

A beautiful work of art!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot mate 😊

[@zeecee5881]

Amazing job. A pleasure to watch.

[@randyearles9286]

well done! you are a true craftsman.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Randy 😊

[@AliceAna14]

You are seriously one of the best to do it. Your attention to detail is magnificent! I’m glad Salvatore chose you to honor their grandpa ♥️🙏

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much, you are so kind 😊

[@blsinsc1]

Absolutely beautiful! You do such great work on these TREASURES!! Who wouldn't be PROUD to have a reminder like this of their Grandfather ! Imagine all the times it was in his hands fixing things! It seems the older I get the more I love old things! I really enjoy watching you return these memories to life!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Bennie 😊 glad you liked it so much 😊

[@ChrisCraigie-oi1un]

Outstanding restoration!!! Great job. Thanks.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Chris 😊

[@eshskis1]

Absolutely outstanding work !

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@curtmixon4277]

Absolutely beautiful

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Curt 😊

[@lordieshepherd]

Magnificent work. I love seeing old tools re-loved

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much!😊

[@MrMattDat]

Beautifully done.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Matt 😊

[@wvw000]

Wow. Absolutely fantastic! Great job 👍

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks J 😊

[@DconBlueZ]

Thanks for the video, always enjoy watching!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Mike 😊

[@rseletto]

Excellent restoration 👌

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Rseletto 😊

[@whocares0692]

Frumoasa restaurare. Bravo!!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Multumesc frumos Frank 😊

[@zube6996]

Beautiful work. I think keeping the patina was spot on. Nice job. And I’m sure the owner will love it.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much 😊

[@peters972]

Gosh. Turned out so beautiful

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Peter 😊

[@jerryjohnsonii4181]

Spectacular Restoration !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Jerry 😊

[@TheMattGilbert]

Wow. That’s an amazing restoration. Thank you 🙏 😊

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Matt 😊

[@pendragnx]

what a gorgeous piece

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@Rev-D1963]

There's nothing there not to like, David! Incredible work you do, time and time again. I'm sure the owner is thrilled beyond words! Bravo sir, and thank you once again for your awesome videos. God bless. Rev. D.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much for your every time support 😊 cheers mate

[@RedFeatherAngler]

Amazing job, I am super impressed.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed 😊

[@vickiclark1998]

Just beautiful! Well done! Your work is amazing.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed 😊

[@ErikSArana]

That is absolutely amazing!!! 🤯👍🏼👏🏼

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Erik and glad you liked it 😊

[@tbunny6305]

Just wow and making it look easy.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much mate

[@RNemy509]

You did a beautiful job

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@evandrof]

Great restoration. Speaking to my father I knew we have 2 similar from his Grandfather! 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Wow awesome 👏 thanks Evandro 😊

[@jads9296]

Wow! How could they not be happy? Great job!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot J 😊

[@MH-fb5kr]

Ready for another 100 years of useful work… BRAVO

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks M H 😊

[@skcrary]

Well done! You did an excellent job!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much 😊

[@mariabucur3571]

Beautyful job ❤❤❤❤❤👏👏👏

[@free_at_last8141]

Beautiful work, very well done.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much 😊

[@barbaraprest783]

Fascinating!!!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Barbara 😊

[@muffysvlogs6045]

gorgeous resto.. well done..

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@richardmarino5658]

Very nice work. Thanks for sharing.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Richard and glad you liked it 😊

[@mingthemerciless6855]

Brilliant job.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks and glad you liked it 😊

[@fkrestoration]

Beautiful

[@terrynicholls2975]

Beautiful job! Very tasteful and respectful of the tool’s history

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Terry and glad you liked it 😊

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

that old wrench is a work of art, and thanks to your work it is back to all its glory.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much and glad you liked it 😊

[@suitov]

What a nice letter from Salvo. I'm happy you could help him. I think you did a great job at preserving the patina as requested while making sure it was clean, functional and preserved.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks a lot Suitov and glad you enjoyed 😊

[@anthonypetraglia7586]

totally amazing what you do!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Anthony 😊

[@sunilbilgi4273]

You are truly a gifted restoration expert.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Sunil 😊

[@tonykomski7370]

WOW! Very impressive restoration! Blown away on this one.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thanks Tony and glad you liked it so much 😊

[@johnwilburn]

Beautiful work.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much John 😊

[@GregCurtin45]

Thank you for another great video. Always makes my day better when when I see you in my timeline.

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Glad to hear that Greg 😊 cheers

[@vickipease6653]

I’m thinking the owner will love it, and granddaddy would be proud! Nice work, bravo!

[@CoolAgainRestoration]

Thank you very much Vicki 😊

[@alessandroizetta2531]

Perfetto , lavoro magnifico, bravo...👍👍👍

[@RESTORATIONOFSCRAPMETAL]

Nice work as always!👍