Weird soviet VISE RESTORATION

A few weeks ago I bought this cute little vise to use on my projects since I typically work on small items. I think it’s a jeweler’s vise but I have no idea who made it and when. This is much more practical for small projects than the big vise you’ve seen me use. Doing my squeeze lighter restoration I however ran in a problem with the dents in the anvil part of the vise. The dents caused the other side of the rivets I was hammering to deform which doesn’t look good although it has no affect to the practicality of the rivets. So I decided I should probably do complete restoration since the jaws are also pretty worn out. More info can be found after the links. Thanks for watching and remember to subscribe!
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I started the project by removing rust and old paint. I removed the paint first because I didn’t want to get too much paint into my rust remover. I’m unsure if there are other reasons to do one before the other.
After removing the rust I had 3 things I wanted to do for the vise. 1. Fix and polish the mutilated areas on top of the jaws and on the surface on the anvil. 2. Restore the jaws 3. Straighten the bent metal handle and round plate used to attach the vise to the table.
For the first task I used a file until all the dents were gone then I sanded with papers and sanding pads through grits 400, 800, 1500, 2000, 3600, 8000, 12000. This took probably a full workdays worth of time. Then I buffed the surfaces with wool wheel and metal polishing compound. But as you can see the results are worth it. This is probably the polishing job I’ve done. It’s just impossible to keep/get those mirror polished surfaces completely free from grease for nice video.
For the second task I used 2 mini files I had. I was lucky there was parts of the old lines left on the jaws. I used those as guides and refiled all the teeth back in there. I had to eyeball few of the lines near the corners because there was nothing left to use as a guide. This took me maybe 3-4 hours. Now the vise grips like brand new. I still need to make some rubber covers for the jaws for projects which I don’t want to damage with the teeth.
The third task doesn’t need much explanation. The reason I used the socket as base when hammering the plate was to curve the edge so that the plate grips with the edge too rather than only with the middle part.
For the looks I decided to go with this “firetruck” look. I thought red would look nice with the polished parts but I also wanted to have protect the screws from rust with the gun blue solution. I fell black would have looked a bit boring and red seemed to work best with both polished and black steel. I used the fake hammerite product. It’s better available locally that the original but should work as well. I had never tried this sort of paint so I was eager to test it and this seemed like the project to do that. One of the reasons I do these projects is to learn and the only way to learn is to try new things. Overall, I’m super happy with how it turned out. One of my best, both the video and the product. Well see how well the paint will last because I will definitely use this. I can always re-restore it ;)

[@kanakawase]

Your sense of humour really adds a lot to these videos. Keep up the good work.

[@DrunkInPublic]

It really does!!

[@darksuit9035]

I like how its sometimes obscure humor, but i usually get the jokes.

[@mythicalexplorer7846]

I like the way you communicate to the viewer with your paper slips

[@kylemiles448]

Andrew R i don’t like

[@IAMCHECHECHE]

4:31 lettering is "ЦЕНА 3р50к" and it means "Price 3 rubles 50 kopeks"

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks, had no idea

[@IAMCHECHECHE]

@@OddTinkering In the USSR prices are usually marked on products directly at the factory. Low inflation and a planned economy allowed to do this.

[@alexandersain7639]

@@OddTinkering Yes, in our USSR it was like that, the price was printed on the product, even on cutlery.

[@alexanderzubarev5984]

@@alexandersain7639 клеймо не разобрал, кстати. На каком заводе были сделаны данные тиски - тоже неизвестно.

[@DocIdaho]

Саня Шеф and on the bracelet of my favorite Poljot (KL-1) :)

[@IzabelleJane]

I like how you can make these funny without saying a word.

[@incog0956]

You'd love Charlie Chaplin lol

[@TwilightLvr88]

There are many restoration channels out there, but yours is by far the one with the best humor. I died lol

[@user-nd4eu1kw6u]

Hello! 3р.50к. - the price (3 рубля 50 копеек). Vise made in the USSR, in the city of Yaroslavl, Yaroslavl Motor Plant.

[@MrTarmonbarry]

привет , do you know if it was used in the car plant for work on the cars , also what cars did they or do they make there?? o.k , just googled it , Gaz

[@allenh8710]

Not sure about the paint job but it's not mine.

[@robwgeorge]

After seeing your painting skillz...I know I should try restoring something. Thanks for the confidence boost!!1!

[@RavenMacy]

Lols, ( paint job) ...? Oh dear 😕 um you might need to work on your application mate it's a bit er ...rough

[@SomeoneMagical_8]

I would wish to see the actual paint job you do, before making any evaluation. Honest points go to human effort always!

[@foos.998]

Boy, you were in a goofy mood when you did this one, huh? I loved it!

[@mr.miscellaneous9144]

*hears a sound in the workshop* *sees a grown man playing with a vise with googly eyes on the floor* What are you doing? "Making a video" *leaves in confusion*

[@Nonobsolete]

Hahahahahaha

[@dylanbuford6512]

Whatcha got there? *Him, holding a vise with googly eyes* A recording setup...

[@gentlemensedge5503]

There's no such thing as a grown man, if you think you've found one then what you have is a little boy trapped inside of an old farts body!

[@jacobroman3168]

HAHAHAHAHAHA

[@rizahawks99]

Lol

[@amygoersch8394]

The googly eyes and "dad joke" style of humor is why this is my favorite restoration channel.

[@David-Adelaide77]

Leave the googly eyes on it please! You’re absolutely crazy. I love it! Fantastic work, keep it up......... cheers!

[@EvilMastermindOfDoom]

More restoration channels should incorporate googly eyes in their work. It's legit the best thing I've seen all day

[@SomeoneMagical_8]

I would understand that. Positive memery. I once defended “the specific nature of sentient spoon holy relics” and my entire class was in tears knowing I am now at a college that studies archival restoration.

[@lincolnsetter3292]

No music is the best decision, only the sound of work makes this channel the best

[@ReddingtonMaxwell]

4:31 is "ЦЕНА 3р 50к" that means "Cost 3 rubles 50 kopecks" 4:41 Not sure about this mark, sorry. Hello from the Russian audience.

[@MrTarmonbarry]

Hi , do you know what it was for . is it a jewelers vice , the jaws seem a bit harsh for that

[@TotalFreakZoid]

I have to also add, I love your videos. Not just for the restoration but the fact that you have a sense of humor and bring it out in your videos.

[@TempleRWR]

Hello! This vice was produced at the Yaroslavl Motor Plant, I myself have a couple of such vice in the workshop, because I live in Yaroslavl, and my father worked at this factory. On the one hand, they are stamped with the stamp of the plant, on the other hand, prices of 3 rubles 50 kopecks are stamped. It is very pleasant that such things cross the borders of states, while other masters restore and use them.

[@davezatina3575]

The internet has spoken...... The eyes have to stay on. 😁

[@0rganizedKhanfusion]

I love the humor in these videos its one of the main reasons i prefer this restoration channel over others

[@TheAMMOBEAR615]

I seriously enjoy Odd Tinkering so very much. I wish I wasn't so broke so I could donate. But one of these day's I'll send something you're way. Thank you very much for all the videos and keep up the good work!

[@claytonchristo1428]

I love this dudes sense of humor

[@taylorbailey2173]

I bet you are or will be a very fun dad and/or uncle. Love this channel! Keep up the great work!

[@jefferblue8617]

14:20 It's not *a* restoration channel, it's *the* restoration channel, heck, it's *the best* restoration channel.

[@OddTinkering]

I'm not sure what this is but I'm glad you like it 😂

[@octaviussludberry9016]

It's funnier than mymechanics.

[@professor_lembach]

A Soviet era tool painted red? I see what you did there. SYMBOLISM!!

[@TotalFreakZoid]

*gives the jaws theme for the beginning part of the video* *starts giggling*

[@AlexGTAgamer]

Coincidentally, I had an ad for Dyson hoovers pop up right after the googly eyes hoover scene. Perfect timing.

[@SirDuckyOfAlfheimr]

What a beauty! And look at those sharp lines where you taped off the paint! I love it, and I loved the googly-eye bits. Thanks for the video. =)

[@jillleturgey1001]

I love this guys sense of humor. I crack up almost every video. :D

[@maxo1034]

You should have used spray paint, it gives a better finishing, not so rubber-ish looking. Also, I like your editing and silent comedy, keep the good work with those, they make you unique among the restoring channels.

[@nowonmetube]

He uses spray paint a lot

[@Frankowillo]

It's actually quite fun watching you fuck shit up after all the initial work you do cleaning it up. Hey, as long as you're having fun, who cares?

[@giuseppeconti7363]

I was laughing when you mirror polish those spot, showing off ! Hahahahahahaha nice video

[@Wallynuzz]

The magical German fluid called "Wasser". :D

[@FlugSim]

No its called "Bier"

[@Taterzz]

reckless abandonment of tools? sensual rubber fitting? googly eyes? yup, just another odd tinkering video we know and love.

[@martin-1965]

Beautiful job and what an unusual vice - never seen one quite like it, so well worth the effort restoring.

[@irishmuscle7352]

Love the way you just slapped the the other paintbrushes off the table lol “GET AWAY FROM ME” 👋

[@lilyrivera3112]

The sense of humor is on point!! It makes these videos 10x better!

[@rachelm9990]

I never knew I wanted googly eye in restoration videos...but this is the right amount of googly eyes in a restoration video

[@olgakorn53]

Can't believe you write such a detailed description of all that you do!

[@glm1987]

05:03 I felt like I was watching breaking bad.

[@neinzukorruption9321]

...mixed with Dexter. Some scenes seem directly taken. (Dexter is a good guy. It´s not a bad comparison. I liked Dexter very.)

[@grinsekatze3085]

1:00 - 1:20 This is what happens if harmful fumes are being inhaled too often 😂😂😂

[@illenialLisette]

lol 😂

[@madr309]

Ah, that was so satisfying. And when you were bluing the parts, I thought, "What that needs is a coat of nice cheery red." Beautiful job, as always.

[@InkDragon]

i feel like you must have watched kiwami japan's(person who can make knives out of anything) videos. I enjoyed the slightly sillier style of this video that was reminiscent of their work.

[@danielnielsen3501]

Just what I thought too. He is a great actor as well :-D

[@Zenpookie]

A lot of people can make knives out of anything. Pretty sure Odd Tinkerer could without you tube help.

[@nickgrout2502]

@@Zenpookie it's more the style than the content. The same kind of silent humor and slight silliness that help keep the video engaging even without much audio.

[@OptimallFilms]

Will always an enjoy a video from oddtinkering. So glad I found his channel. 🤘🏼

[@Marawan]

🤟🤟🤟🤟

[@BadKarma722]

I laughed too much. I love your humor. Please never stop making videos. I’ve been on a two day binge. I love them!

[@nicm2376]

I thought I had seen every video on this channel already but this one randomly popped up on my feed. It's now my favorite video because how extra he was being here. 🤣

[@NotSilasPipson]

This video finally solidified my belief that this channel is simply high-effort Howtobasic.

[@Cata_777]

You are the best, keep at it. Always entertaining and interesting restorations.

[@TwistedMetalsOfTexas]

Doesn’t matter what you a restoring you make it fun and interesting to watch for sure and for that I thank you for making it your own. Love the channel stay well and have a wonderful day

[@EroNekoKun]

I can see why the comments dislike the paint job. That's some low quality paint! :\ It's so thick and doesn't bond well so you have to smear too much onto it, and don't get a smooth even coat in the end. Well, you live and you learn I guess.

[@tjharris2248]

Friendly Fire well its kind of hard to use a paint on the vice cus its iron but if it was spray paint it would look better

[@Buddha23Fett]

Paint is on par with the quality of the vice.

[@EroNekoKun]

@@Buddha23Fett That's fair.

[@Pandorably]

This is the first restoration video I've actually chuckled out loud at! :)

[@gribnov]

I'm from Russia and I have exactly this viсe. It looks very good. And thank you for video, nice job!

[@ashketchup247]

Is it just me or did the way he put that glove at 2:30 seem oddly sensual?

[@blizzy78]

Welcome to the channel.

[@neinzukorruption9321]

The whole channel is very sensual. That´s beautiful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lWHdpHqmqcdrd7cm29s

[@aldahesu28]

Great video as always. I enjoyed the POV filling of the iron oxide remover. But the googly eyes were genius. Keep the good work!

[@diannpowell1077]

You cracked me up! I was so relieved you gave It back it's eyes. Definitely subscribed to you and am looking forward to seeing whatever your doing. Thanks

[@vl4060]

Love how creative you got with this one!!! I hope it was as much fun to shoot as it was to watch! The chomping and googley eyes were my favorite part!

[@rantech0]

That BRUH moment, when you still using absolutely same in work x) Greetings from Russia!

[@MsCybervamp]

My cat and I are back to watch another of your vids and he loves this part! (Me too) 5:04 😻😍

[@OddTinkering]

I think I remember your previous comment. Can't believe your cat watches my videos 😂 or all cats really like my videos

[@MsCybervamp]

Odd Tinkering He cannot take his eyes off the screen. He studies it like he is getting pointers for his next project. Maybe I should invest in a workbench and see what happens. 😂

[@turtlecakeyt3287]

I love this channel so much! :3

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks!

[@turtlecakeyt3287]

You’re welcome! :D

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

Looks like a cross between Crow and Tom Servo from Mystery Science Theater 3,000! 🤣

[@octaviussludberry9016]

I thought of MST3K too.

[@TheApoohneicie]

You, you’re the right kind of people. I like you.

[@AdenHoyle]

@ 1:14 lmao 🤣 😂 Great sense of humor. Thanks for the laugh!

[@HarmonicaVasquez]

I loved this so much, thank you

[@timkirkpatrick9155]

Neat little mini stem vise with anvil. I would love to have one!

[@MrJuju69]

That vacuum snake was very helpful

[@williamchartouni3078]

I fucking love this channel, its so damn funny and the restorations are just always on point

[@OddTinkering]

Thanks! I want to do something a little different because truth be told, restorations are not always going to be as popular so this way I can easily create other projects in my own style as well

[@mrtazerface9801]

I love your humor!

[@dhinatax]

When the video has started i was wondering where he will hide the subscribe word pattern

[@conradsmith9332]

This was a good restoration up to the red paint, now it just looks tacky in my opinion. Everything else was done great tho.

[@anderssvensk4317]

Loves what you do, the way you do it and your sense of humor. Just brilliant dude! Keep it up 👍😂 The painting is fine. Use the dish brush to paint with next time and let them complain even more. 😂

[@RebuiltRestored]

Nice finish project! And duck.....

[@nasdan5000]

That's one of the coolest little vices I've ever seen, nice job

[@RobotJeeg]

I liked the scene from the movie "Jaws".

[@taraonder3103]

You are hilarious 😂 love your videos!!!

[@seanc3362]

Oh the time spent polishing...and the finicky tape removal. WORTH IT!

[@johnr316]

I think you did a great job! A man (or woman) taking care of their tools is AWESOME!!!

[@keqingmybeloved]

“hey what are you doing?” “nothing” *continues to pore urine substance on $3000 camera*

[@incog0956]

3000$? What camera is he using?

[@SAHBfan]

@@incog0956 - Whatever it was, it isn’t worth $3000 anymore. At least not until he restores it ;)

[@aaaaaax]

My granddad gifted me this model of vise back in USSR (~1987). It had original black paint job & polished metal conical anvil. it is not a jeweler's vise, it is a junior vice for USSR schoolboys to learn use vise in their DIY projects. This purpose influenced the size to be comfortable for 8-12 year olds to carry, set up and use it. I believe it was a part of general "tools for boys", with other small sized tools - hand saws, hand drills, small files, small flathead screwdrivers, made back in USSR.

[@alirae1071]

Comrade Red! Love it! 😸👍❤

[@andrew-oq2fw]

I’m coming down from a shroom trip and watching this and it’s amazing 👍🏼👌🏼

[@TNgrandee3]

Always a job well done and great entertainment as well.

[@cephalonwolf8422]

oooo I like the contrast of that red paint with the darker parts

[@th4tgamerchick775]

I was not READY for the googly eyes lmao

[@madzthedad]

love the red paint!

[@JustinTopp]

I need. It’s a leg vise without the leg!!!! As a blacksmith this makes me incredibly happy to see. It’s also baby I have a leg vise that’s almost identical looking but like 90 lbs

[@tanktyler01tj39]

Every single time you do want of those jokes like making it a face I laugh out loud. Almost because they are so dumb they are so funny! Never stop doing them and keep up the work you awesome!😂

[@timsmith1589]

That turned out very cool, o dig the eyes on it too

[@jell-oputin8036]

Beautiful man ! Enjoyed the show.

[@evrettward8919]

i like your sense of humor lol

[@SanAndFe]

So glad you put the eyes on him. Pixar’s new hero “Vic Vice”, he always gives good ad’vice to the toys and knows how to clam up if you tell him a secret.

[@sallymuhl846]

We like eccentricity here in the UK. You would feel very much at home. Keep making the brilliant videos. 👏

[@BaronVonBeef]

Feels like the silly aspect is starting to eat into the reason why we're here in the first place, To watch a restoration. The actual restoration didn't even begin until almost 3 minutes into the video along with lots of time being wasted on simple things such as choosing a socket. It's just getting distracting at this point

[@conradsmith9332]

Yeah I agree.

[@solidus3168]

You can see how much happier the vice is to be refinished!

[@user-xm7mf8sl6p]

Хорошая работа! Это тиски производства Ярославского моторного завода - "ЯМЗ". Произведены примерно в конце '80-ых годов хх века.

[@ezzypoo7909]

I know I’ve been watching too many of your videos when the brushes come out and I whisper “oh fuck yeah”

[@shaboy98]

I love this guy's humor

[@AMan-eq3zt]

Never see a vice so nice looking

[@kawasakiwhiptwo5821]

Great Job O.T. glad you painted it after doing such a great job of polishing those jaws and anvil. Just wish you would have spray painted instead of brushing. still turned out great though. 👍

[@ozisnice]

I would love to have a vice like that, you are right it is for jewelry work.

[@davidcampos4151]

Another badass and satisfying videa...😋

[@bhaalspawn34]

Did anybody else rewatch the "monster shark" attacking over the table while they hummed the theme from Jaws? No? Surely I wasn't the only one......

[@julianallen9758]

I understand now how to mirror polish. Thanks!

[@hamidr11]

Nice job as always