Vintage Craftsman “Circle H” Socket Set - HOW-TO Clean-up, Restoration, Rust Removal TIPS and TRICKS

[@julianrodriguez7684]

Thank you for the tips, I was given my dads tool boxes when he passed, they were my grandads before him. It took my a few year to actually open them up because of the memories, but I’m glad I did!

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Julian Rodriguez that’s awesome! Even better when they were used by family! Great stuff!

[@heleneppel1993]

Thank you. I just dropped a hammer from the back of a drawer of my 1930’s snap on cabinet and you’ve just saved the day!

[@TomGunnTools]

I love those old craftsman socket sets.

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Tom Gunn definitely one of my favorite sets! 👍🏼

[@TheReal1953]

I find Evaporust darkens the metal like old Navel Jelly used to. It polishes out though. Basically, I've been disappointed with Evaporust for the price. Dremel has some attachments now that are incredible for restoring metal shine. A lot safer than wire wheels, I think.

[@drewswanson8142]

Thank you for sharing your process. I have some old tools and an Indestro box I am going to attempt to clean up.

[@MyroCraft]

Great set! After the update, he began to look beautiful!

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Thank you!

[@WHITEDK9SERVICES]

Thanks my friend these are all very helpful. Sure appreciate it. So far, I got a huge collection I’ve amassed and they pretty much all need to be cleaned🤣so I got my work cut out for me, but I’m excited to do it right!😊

[@lincolnmaniac]

looks really good! any idea where i can find information on old craftsman socket sets? i have an even older set that was my uncles, i think it's 9/32 drive. the box has squared edges. came across your video looking for information.

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

lincolnmaniac eBay is probably your best bet!

[@toolscrounge]

Looks great! Got any advice on preserving the logos if they’re decals?

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Absolutely! Spray with Rustoleum Clear Enamel or a clear coat. That will do it!

[@lexcharo503]

Hey out of curiosity is it ok to dump the evaporust down the drain after use? I'm hesitant to use it only because idk if It needs to e disposed differently or if it it'll ruin the drains? Thx just curious, tools look great afterwards!

[@robertdieder4178]

its supposed to be non-toxic but after being used, it will probably have alot of harmful contaminants. I would dispose of it at any facility that takes used coolant.

[@husafel]

Good job! Is the wire wheel brass?

[@Miguel-vc6rr]

Turned out nice. Thanks for the tips

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Miguel Landeros you bet Miguel! Thank you!

[@markcollard9326]

Why not use vinegar?

[@michaeldemianiuk1283]

Have you ever compared Evaporust to straight white vinegar as far as a rust removing liquid? I have found 24 hours does the same as far as turning the rust black.

[@danieljerloew]

Wish i could get evaporust in EU :-( Cant seem to find a good replacement..

[@derekbrown1745]

Way much better!

[@markconway70]

Nice set

[@Dave30867]

In that condition i would just get a wire brush and a drill take the whole thing back to bare metal and re spray it like new again .

[@johnjaco5544]

The tools are fine just the way they are just leave them alone.

[@GanderFlight]

Yikes -- bummer about the paint job.

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Gander Flight all good, didn’t lose much!

[@GanderFlight]

On the green box?!? The paint was completely ruined!

[@RehabbedFurnitureLab]

Gander Flight haha! I forgot I had shown that one! Yeah Man, toast....