1950s Hand Strength Trainer "Vipody" - Restoration

Here is a new video !!
This is a rare vintage hand strength trainer from the brand Vipody. I don't have more info about that object.
It comes from the 50's.
I though it would be an easy project but I spent 3 weeks on that one :)
It was in very bad shape, pretty much rusted.
The whole item was fully riveted so I had to disassemble it then make new rivets.
I love that object and I realize now that I need to practice :)
Please watch till the end to see this rare hand strength trainer in action !
By supporting the channel you help me make more of these video and find more amazing items.
I hope you'll enjoy this restoration.
Thanks a lot for watching !
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Please check the link below to see what I used for the restoration.Thank you !
Set of polishing discs :
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Nickel plating solution :
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DC Power Supply Variable :
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Dremel drilling machine:
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Powder coating machine :
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Sandblasting cabinet :
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Bandsaw :
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Polishing paste :
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Polishing discs :
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Drills :
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Tapping set :
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Taps :
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Lathe :
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Woodturning chisels :
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Benchtop Drill Press :
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Belt grinder :
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Camera SONY FRD-AX53 :
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Microphone Rode :
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Back lights :
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Front lights :
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Thank you !
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[@Damien.D]

Very strange object and I'm totally baffled by how you managed to save it to perfect brand new condition.

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks again Damien. Glad you enjoyed this new restoration ! See you soon 😉

[@glentucker4250]

Whether it’s a tool, a toy, or a very unique items such as this, I’m glad that you can find them and restore them to brand new condition. Thank you very much for doing what you do and letting us all enjoy it. we will be looking forward to see what you restore next.

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks to you for watching and commenting👍. Your support means a lot. I'm finalizing my new video. See you soon 😉

[@FrancisMadden-h1s]

That was an exercise in outstanding restoration

[@georgebrown8312]

I have never seen a hand strength trainer like that before. You did a great job of restoring it to working order, and it looks much better too. It lights up when the "needle" touches the screw on the indicator dial. Excellent work.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 🙏

[@winnerscreed6767]

I have a modern one that is simply a big hard coiled spring with hard plastic handles. Actually helps with the pain I have in my elbows. This one was way more complicated than I thought possible. Great to see you restore it and how much used to go into making what we think of today as a basic hand strengthening tool/toy.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much !!

[@RryhhbfrHhgdHhgd356]

Was wondering what the use case was! All I could think of were dirty thoughts (if you have ever read the web comic Questionable Content, think in the context of moose, and you’ll know exactly what came to mind). 😂

[@larrykelly2838]

Never seen a hand strengthen tool like that one, really neat.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 👍

[@paulvozman842]

Hi, not only is this a superb restoration but you have saved another rare item from being discarded. Cheers, Paul.👍👍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Hey Paul thank you si much 😌🙌

[@steventrosiek2623]

A masterpiece of restoration. You always surpass our expectations. Thanks for a fantastic video, as always. Take care.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@larannar123]

You begin by thinking, "pfft,that doesn't look too hard...",but then you see all the little pieces and parts and realize it's a much bigger job!!!!💯👍

[@TheFabrik]

Haha yes. I thought it would be easier honestly 😅

[@GrrrRu]

Весьма недооценённый канал! Желаю и дальше творческих успехов и здоровья))

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! Same to you 🙌

[@Deny534]

Я так понял, что это эспандер кистевой, только какой то продвинутый, хотя и выглядит антикварным. Молодцы, что его отреставрировали, теперь он выглядит как новый. Спасибо 🙏 вам огромное, за ваши золотые руки. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 🙌

[@julienghanadan8311]

Great job on 1950s hand strength trainer “ vipody restoration the fabrik 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !!

[@richardbinell2053]

Vipody was manufactured in the mid 1960s in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy by my grandfather's brother. His name was Ivo Demenego, and he had a wrought and ornamental iron company. I never understood why he decided to make Vipody, but it was that little company's only product. I had one for awhile but somehow disappeared. Funny to see one now. Thanks for the video.

[@richardbinell2053]

I knew both my grandfather and his brother. They were obsessed with high quality artistry and objects. I'm sure both would be honored that you put so much effort into the restoration. They would be so proud, and proud of you.

[@TheFabrik]

Oh wow that’s crazy !! I thought no one knew that brand 😅Glad to bring the memories back 🙌

[@-Deena.]

Probably the most over engineered fitness item ever! 🧡

[@TheFabrik]

🤣😉

[@johnfix5]

Love seeing these wonderful old things lovingly restored and brought back to life. The attention to detail and trying to keep it authentic is what appeals to me the most.

[@TheFabrik]

Glad you enjoyed it ! Thank you 👍

[@rosellabill]

I just LOVED it when you had boiling water as an affect of you using paint stripper on one of the end pieces. And fantastic job.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !! 😌🙏

[@aloosnalameer]

I wish you success. I am a new friend named Ali from the Arab country of Iraq. We need more videos💛 I love you

[@TheFabrik]

Wow ! Welcome Ali and thank you very much for your support !🤩

[@антонюлдашев-э5я]

Руки рабочих- разного цвета! Руки рабочих- вертят планету! Спасибо за труд🤝 Дело мастера боится🤝

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !!!

[@Deny534]

Очень красиво сказано 👍!

[@RestorationVideo]

Another masterpiece! Such a pleasure to watch! Thank you 💕

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks again mate ! Keep up the good work 😉

[@Semenov777]

Hello! Great restoration 👍 🛠

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !!! 😀🙏

[@antonioparra4979]

señor mío ese detalle en sus acabados son maravillosos no soy de comentar videos pero este es superior en todo!!! mil gracias por esa perfección en la pieza Dios le bendiga su saber amen.

[@TheFabrik]

Muchas gracias Antonio !! 👍🙏

[@tolik5929]

The days when people were really , really , hard up for entertainment .

[@nofamini]

I've never seen this thing before. Wow it's so unique! I'm very impressed with the outcome. 👍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Glad you enjoyed it ! Thanks a lot 👍👍

[@charlesdebarber2997]

It was a noble effort to try and preserve the paint. Sometimes it just doesn't work out.

[@TheFabrik]

I did my best :) Thank you !! 😌🙏

[@bigsparky65]

Another fantastic restoration, love watching your restorations

[@TheFabrik]

Glad you like them! Thank you very much 🙌

[@texas060]

Cool gadget. Love all the items it takes to run one of these.

[@Highlordratick]

Must say one of the more interesting items you have restored.

[@TheFabrik]

Glad you enjoyed it ! Thanks a lot 🙌 and see you soon 😉

[@MR.B00_]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I really enjoy seeing rare, hard to find items restored with such perfection.

[@TheFabrik]

Many thanks ! 🤩

[@RickNelsonMn]

Great work, enjoyed watching. 👍🏻

[@hermansims2296]

Wow! Just WOW!

[@charlesqc9272]

Ce que j’aime le + de vos restauration c’est l’originalité Toujours des objets qui ne sont pas standard bravo 🤓

[@TheFabrik]

Merci beaucoup Charles ! Je vais essayer de conserver cette originalité qui vous plaît 😉

[@johnkelley9877]

Incredible work! Not only was the restoration fascinating but I really liked the lathe work too. Thanks for sharing this great tutorial.

[@RcpsychoRen]

it s fake........wake up!!!!!

[@TheFabrik]

Wow, glad to hear that John 😊 Thanks to you for watching and commenting👍 There is no trickery in my videos !

[@johnkelley9877]

I know your videos are of the parts being truly restored and because of that I always look forward to one of your restorations

[@crazyivan030983]

More complicated thing more fun to watch :) cool video :)

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks a lot 😉

[@crazyivan030983]

@@TheFabrik you're welcome :)

[@cposwn]

Another beautiful restoration. Well done. Thanks for saving a piece of history and for sharing the video.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 😌👍

[@kawasakiwhiptwo5821]

Awesome job.

[@T_B]

Cool! That's something I've never seen.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! Glad you saw something new 😉

[@bharatshah5862]

A JOB WELL DONE

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !

[@maruja8751]

Quel objet original ! Cette restauration est incroyable !!! J'ai surtout apprécié la restauration de la partie graduée et la création des nouvelles pièces. Vraiment chapeau !

[@TheFabrik]

Merci ! Ce fut long et difficile 😉

[@oneshotme]

It looks great!! Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@ShadowsOnTheScreen]

Other restoration channels take note. This is how you do both first rate work AND make an entertaining and informative video. Better up your games!

[@pfadiva]

What a cool gadget! Definitely more motivational than the standard "two handles and a spring" type. Lots of fiddly bits but you did a fabulous job.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 😌🙏

[@rodneyfrost1674]

Excellent restoration.

[@jomercer21113]

Great restoration! That would be a cool piece to add to my vintage barbell and weights collection.

[@TheFabrik]

Many thanks 👍

[@johnbradford9235]

What a quaint and interesting piece of kit Mr. The Fabrik. Beaut of a job again 👏👏👏. Well done and thank you 🙏. 😎

[@TheFabrik]

Many thanks John !

[@bonecrusherneal655]

Wow amazing video 🥰🤩

[@lescrooge]

Great job. well done

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 👍

[@Cemi_Mhikku]

18:45 Really ingenious how they just used an off the shelf yard tool engine part for the wire boot, isn't it? Great viddy as always!

[@Tim-57]

Hey TF Very cool restoration Take care

[@TheFabrik]

Many thanks !

[@tatiannazutania7751]

I've never seen anything like this. So cool. I think it is still useful. Great job!!

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks a lot 🙏

[@franksando635]

Very nice Restore I live in the USA and I have never seen one till now 👍🏆

[@TheFabrik]

Glad you enjoyed it ! thanks a lot👍

[@Thomas.I1797]

Amazing catering as always 😮 I did not know this type of object 👍👍

[@tjkoker]

Once again, a superb restoration. I learn soo much with every video I watch. Cheers! Best Regards, TJ.

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks again TK ! Glad to hear that, thank you very much for your support 👍

[@maurorivarola2704]

Sublime ✨

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 👍

[@stefanschneider3681]

Another wonderfully made video! A simple device, but so many details to take care of - if you want to redo it on your level! I always put your new videos aside to watch later, because I know: There will be so many details to follow and appreciate, I want to wait for the right moment. Thanks again for your dedication.

[@TheFabrik]

Hey Stefan thank you so much ! It was a really hard work… I thought it would be easier. Next project is also a very challenging task… almost done !! 😲

[@davidkrasowski6265]

great job...great video...👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Many thanks 🙏🙏🙏

[@marchills4131]

Crazy to think that lighting up a red lightbulb was considered a reward for improving your grip strength.

[@MASI_forging]

This video is fantastic restoration. Great work. 👍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Nice to hear that ! Thank you 👍

[@samanthadean1083]

Amazing job!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@lluisrafalessole-classical5068]

Excellent Job 👍

[@pablogonzalez-nm2kt]

Excelente trabajo. Felicitaciones. Saludos de Uruguay.

[@dariusjanulis4119]

good device, never seen. The restaurant is great!👍

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@jt9498]

Very interesting! Never saw one like that before!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 👍

[@ItchingToScratch]

Holly crap I want it!!!

[@yvesd_fr1810]

Bonjour The Fabrik, Une nouvelle restauration au top ! Merci de nous avoir aussi montré rapidement les produits utilisés, c'est toujours intéressant de voir comment font "les pros". Votre, chaine est assez unique en son genre, même si d'autres font de la restauration, parfois truquée pour certains. Chez vous, ce n'est pas le cas. En plus, j'admire toujours l'originalité des objets "réanimés" ! Bonne continuation !

[@TheFabrik]

Bonjour Yves, merci encore pour votre soutien et vos encouragements👍. Je confirme, mes vidéos ne sont pas truquées 😉! A très bientôt

[@sallyweiner4180]

Wonderful work!

[@mskayla7747]

I'm always amazed that you can peen rivets without smashing your thumb, or dinging the paint. Nicely done. 👍

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks a lot 👍

[@Stef-dq5bj]

Superbe restauration comme toujours. Merci et encore merci 😉

[@TheFabrik]

Merci et encore merci à vous pour votre soutien ! 🙏👍Content que mon travail continue à vous plaire 😉

[@vincentvega9466]

great job !

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! 👍

[@Vault57]

That is a really cool device. Great video.

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you !

[@PaulinesPastimes]

Always a joy to watch. 😊✔

[@TheFabrik]

Glad to hear that, Thank you very much for your support 🙏

[@andrzejporeda7281]

Przepiękny jest ten przyżąd ale doczego on wogulę ma służyć pozdrawiam twórcę tego filmiku serdecznie 👍👍👍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much !! 😌🙌

[@miguelrios4602]

Excellent! Thanks so much! 😊

[@abdullahbirisi2011]

bir insan bu kadarmi usta olur yaa..pes doğrusu..

[@kjamison5951]

Fabrik Win Fabulous And Brilliantly Restored In Keeping With Irreplaceable Nostalgia

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you so much 😌🙌 glad you enjoyed 😙

[@jopgjfervcgz]

Tolle Restauration 👍

[@carrestore]

good job 😍👍

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you 👍

[@SNRestoration]

incredible 🙂

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks a lot 🙏

[@TheWinjin]

It looks great, I like what you did with it, aaand I hope it will help you build up grip strength)) It would be really neat to do some work on it and update eventually that it helped - it will be a win-win situation!

[@19Bmiller]

Bravo

[@Jaqaroo]

Your videos are always a joy to watch!

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! 😃

[@4by4dodge3]

NICE…..

[@jehoiakimelidoronila5450]

My grandfather (who passed away in late 2021), always had a usual type of hand trainer on hand (pardon the pun) if he has time to exercise. I wonder what his reaction is if he saw that kind of trainer & his grip strength on the dial if he's still alive

[@TheFabrik]

Sorry for your loss 😞 I’m sure he would have enjoyed 🙌

[@RestorationAustralia]

Cool gadget, well done.👍

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you mate 😀👍

[@re-fix9678]

😘😘👍👍

[@BarbaritaBella]

You are amazing!!! I have an old bottle opener, will you be able to repair it?

[@TheFabrik]

Thanks a lot ! I'm never sure I'll be able to fix something until I try 😉

[@marciagarcezmanzella7132]

Wow \o/ \o/ \o/ you are a genius it was perfect, congratulations. 💜 💜 💜 💜 💜

[@TheFabrik]

Wow ! Thanks a lot 😊

[@marciagarcezmanzella7132]

@@TheFabrik 😀💖💖

[@adelestevens]

It would be improved if there was a buzzer fitted in the non battery handle.

[@TheFabrik]

I agree with you !

[@sidalisaiah.6010]

عمل رائع شكرا...

[@TheFabrik]

شكرا لك على المشاهدة والتعليق

[@DavidPlass]

12:26 "I make a new one"

[@quartzlierquartzlier]

👌👌👌👍🎨❤️💙👍💎👍🔩👍🪛👍🧰👍🛠💯🔝🏆🥇🍾🥂🥳👏👏👏👏👏👍 Like 👍 😉

[@kaiaz4694]

Cool job! But i dont understand what is the tool for

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you ! It's a strength tester😉

[@rogerpatrongonzalez5800]

👏👍👏👍👏👍👏👍👏👍👏👍

[@Saber_Matrix]

👍💯

[@KillerBebe]

What was the paste that was used to fill in the numbers?

[@TheFabrik]

It’s very thin polishing paste « puma » is the brand 👌

[@petricabistricean1806]

Super tare. 🌽🌽🌽🌽🌽🌽🌽🌽🍯👍

[@mauriciowilson8829]

Ésta es una herramienta perfecta para fortificar los músculos tractores de manos y antebrazos.... para cuando se decida estrangular a la suegra en pocos segundos.

[@TheFabrik]

🤣

[@dario1837]

👏👏👍👍

[@hdt.restoration]

❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Cadadadry]

It now looks brand new, build with 1960 technology... Quite disturbing tbh... But I'm glad to see it saved anyway. Cheers :)

[@TheFabrik]

Thank you very much 👍

[@wandabagussebastian5054]

🖐️💪