Martin Tenor Sax Restoration 1- Cool Tool Tuesday- band instrument repair, Ferree's Tools, Wes Lee

[@merc7105]

You’re evident respect for the instruments, quality tradecraft, and explaining each step in detail is just pure gold. Thank you Wes.

[@RutherfordRyan1]

And Wes too...

[@merc7105]

@@RutherfordRyan1 oh dammit. Thank you.

[@AutismusPrime69]

Dont simp

[@morphuk1]

It's so satisfying watching a professional craftsman do his thing.

[@prestonrenify]

Don't know diddly about instrument repair and restoration, but it sure was a joy watching a professional at work.

[@seansasser2575]

When I have trouble sleeping I like to turn off the sound and watch the repair work. It's actually soothing.

[@StephenGheen]

Good job, its almost be like a brand new tenor saxophone

[@jostouw4366]

As a engineer I just love watching that metal flex over the ball like its transparent!

[@sgsax]

Breaks my heart to see old horns like this abused so badly. If you hadn't mentioned it was damaged in shipping, I would have guessed some kid stepped on it. Really nice repair on that to return it to its former dignity. If you hadn't been using that tiny torch, you would have burned a whole lot more of that lacquer. Thanks for sharing!

[@nicksavage4763]

Takes Skill and Knowledge to get Metal to Cooperate and FLOW back into Place. Each Horn has a Soul. Not just a hunk of Brass or Bronze. A Horn can sense Spirit and the wrong Spirit gets only resistance. You got The Right Spirit for putting Humpty Dumpty Back together again. Good Job!

[@dumasdrew]

Holy moly I can't wait for that N92 tool to be available! Hurry up Ferree's! :P

[@dcp8nts]

Bravo! You saved that beautiful sax!

[@raikbusse7697]

What a feeling for thin sheet metal. I never thought it would be so great again. The tools are also very interesting. If I had damage to my hunting horn, I would send it to you from Germany for repair. Best regards, Raik

[@martygonazga8732]

Awesome work keep up the great work on that saxophone I was awesome

[@mikeiver]

I can't for the life of me understand why I watch these. I'm not a musician and I don't work on instruments. It hurts to see these fine instruments damaged like this and kinda causes me distress just seeing them in such a state. I was precision sheet metal fabricator in another life so maybe that is part of it. Hell, I'm an electrician for petes sake, none of these skills apply in the least! But I do enjoy watching Wes do his thing and work his magic. The man is clearly an artisan of the highest order. All the more impressive is his willingness to share the skill with us! Thanks Wes!

[@russnixon6020]

I know virtually nothing about woodwinds but it is evident to see I am watching a master craftsman at work. Your respect for the instruments and the artists is phenomenal.

[@theoldbigmoose]

Wes you are the Bob Ross of instruments! Sometimes I hear your voice saying... "a happy little instrument!" ... so soothing and inspirational.

[@n6mz]

Played a Martin alto and King Zephyr tenor in high school (long ago!). Still have the Zephyr ... I could feel that Martin under my fingers as you were working on it. Love your videos.

[@tcphll]

The amount of skill and patience needed for this type of work is really fascinating and impressive. Thank you for posting this. I think seeing what it takes to restore an instrument like this puts it into perspective for those of us that might need this kind of work done, but don't realize how incredibly difficult it is, and hence the cost involved. Absolutely worth it.

[@Coastal_Cruzer]

I have great respect for what you do. You have put so much time and effort to perfect your craft and it shows. As a luthier I hope to some day reach an equal level of knowledge as you have

[@kintaro08]

I like the voice over while you're working! It sort of reminded me of the way wristwatch revival does his videos. I don't play music, but I love watching your content. Looking forward to seeing more!

[@geoffwysham1731]

Just came here from Wristwatch Revival!

[@lawrencetate5026]

I’m a hobbiest working on a 1921 Conn Bari sax, and this video really helped me understand the steps I’ll need to take to bring the old girl back to life. I also appreciate the tool part number reference. You’ve given Ferree’s a lot of business!

[@Turtle_1976]

I love watching you repair these amazing instruments! Thanks for sharing!

[@lotsabirds]

I'm always blown away by your amazing skills! That was an awesome piece of work!

[@peterdupont7559]

I worked for the danish Selmer and Conn distributor back in the 70'ties. I wish we had an expert like you then.

[@saxteacher8110]

Wow! It's so great to see your craftsmanship at work - thanks for sharing these videos!

[@penguinbrand]

You and Make it Kustom....the metal masters! Thanks for sharing. I love it

[@orionwarren4244]

How you 'convince' that brass to go back to where it was is simply amazing, Wes!

[@manuelvalencia9407]

Wow! Lots of respect for you and your fine craftsmanship. You are a master surgeon.

[@joshcharlat850]

Very interesting. Having the right tool for a job...ABSOLUTELY.

[@thanelacoste7145]

You work magic on horns. I need a tech like you in my area.

[@guymandude999]

I appreciate your generosity of spirit Mr. Lee. I mostly work on strings, but I'm going to tap into my roots and pick up on the brass again. Cheers from Vancouver BC!

[@brendenleonard6843]

Watching for a second time… you are fascinating to watch, Wes. I’ve been watching you for almost a year or two. I mentioned I work with Mark Vandermark before, but I realize you two are several decades in to the trade and I’m going on a short 8 years on this very day. I really appreciate the insight I gain from watching both of you. Thank you sir! Much respect! ✊

[@vikimoody8783]

Hey Wes, thanks for showing your precision skills and ultimate respect for the instrument. I’m just a viewer in awe of your skills. Thanks for sharing.

[@yolioms]

I am so happy to know you exist-awesome workmanship! Cheers Wes Lee, looking forward to more learning!

[@stevel6895]

Great job Wes! You're a master technician.

[@mikepower4113]

A true artist at work. Very impressive. Well done.

[@keithcampbell6806]

You are absolutely a genius if l continue to watch you work l will not be able to do my own work lol keep posting these videos thanks very much from Guyana South America

[@alphabeets]

Great work, Wes!

[@ThomasLeonardSr]

I'm amazed! I did a little auto-body work in my youth but this is more like art.

[@zoomboy57]

Great video, that tool is so much better than unsoldering the bell with the same results.

[@dillwoggett8698]

As a Susafone player I find dents being removed very satisfying keep up the good work

[@odc43054]

I really enjoy seeing you work your magic. Just amazing what talent, skill, and the right tools are able to accomplish.

[@MattP804VA]

Awesome channel man. Great work

[@Everett-xf3sz]

Your master of vintage intruments!!!

[@gac914]

Beautiful work, Wes! Truly fun to watch you work your magic!!! 🙏

[@ivorwm2291]

I would have loved to repair instruments. Fantastic job

[@Ingmar-j3q]

Absolutely amazing to se your craftmanship, You are a wizard! 👍🎷🎺

[@dcraft969]

Love watching, a true Craftsman at work.

[@martyg374]

You are a magician. I used to have a Martin tenor with brass keywork. That horn went out of adjustment so easily.

[@jrgreiner]

That's surprising. Those Martin Committee III's (Magna's as well) were built like Sherman tanks. They're HEAVY horns.

[@ЕвгенийВоронов-й6е]

Клёвый мастер! Золотые руки! Спасибо!

[@richardcasey7521]

Great job on that bell repair and body repair on that tone hole.

[@laganmusic9321]

N92 is going to be such a time saver. Great demo. Thanks Wes!

[@Cba924]

Wes, the Artist. Great work. 👍

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

Your level of finesse is insane. Beautiful Sax and glad you were able to save it to a level of almost perfection.

[@timmcneil906]

First comment from me here Wes, really enjoy watching your amazing work!

[@hatbpto5180]

I really like watching your videos 👍

[@lan745]

great job my friend, greetings from Argentina!!!!

[@randyadamshack2785]

Wes, great job on the tenor!

[@sikari72kukur]

Great video. Informative & logical.

[@markkrug766]

Great job. Really digging your skills and professionalism.

[@carlpbrill]

Great videos! Great camera work. Thanks so much for making these!

[@benjaminbenavides1817]

Thanks for the video! Great work Sir!

[@barnabatemplariusz5102]

Mistrzu jestem pełen podziwu dla wykonywanej pracy wielki szacunek

[@therealzilch]

Nice work. Subscribed. Cheers from an instrument maker in Vienna, Scott

[@miguelguerrero3901]

Awesome, beautiful craftsmanship, as always, I've had already a little marathon I would love to learn this incredible skills 👌 Really, a new really impressed subscriber 🖖🏻😎

[@gurkanbaser3528]

Realy great job. Wish you were here in Turkey that i should bring you to repair my bent soprano sax....

[@johnmueller6240]

Great work!

[@zangsax]

Nice dent work!

[@thecaptainofrock]

Cool tool! It would be nice to hear them before and after!

[@MrTBoneMalone]

I'm a trombonist, but I know that this is a really desirable sought after sax. I'm eager to hear you play it. As always, love your videos, Wes.

[@edsherrod5216]

Looks like someone tried to drop kick that saxophone. Your work is outstanding!

[@kennethellison9713]

That looks like the same damage my sax incurred when my neighbor came downstairs and asked me to stop practicing my scales at 1am. Yeah, the edge of my doorframe needed a little repaint also...

[@brucecenterwall6058]

great job as usual.

[@kevinbwillson4161]

Fantastic workmanship always amazed seeing the magic you do Thanks

[@RRD.Guitarkid]

You do a great job at what do.

[@williamlee8098]

Just found your channel wonderful stuff thanks Wes

[@JennyEverywhere]

Ooh, was it me you took the suggestion of Renaissance Wax from? Whether or not it was me, I'm glad you picked some up and like it! Nice repair job!

[@curtcoker6359]

Awesome work. Glad to see your respect for the instrument in the nowadays world of disposable everything. Great job

[@marcelosaczuck4793]

Very Nice. Congratulations

[@MrGuto]

very impressive, amazing work!

[@pgreen293]

Great work, love watching you work.

[@schummiehugo]

nice job wes. looks like new so, no problems !

[@erniearruda8861]

Awsome job brother👍🏻

[@temo8774]

Good job Sr.

[@ddistrbd1]

What a restoration, every bit of it is filled with useful visual information, I cant just watch it once, it has to be bookmarked for future reference.

[@AutismusPrime69]

Don't simp dude

[@ddistrbd1]

@@AutismusPrime69 Hey tough guy just read how others reacted , the problem is you can't see the art in what he does or don't appreciate it.

[@AutismusPrime69]

@ddistrbd1 tough guy? I said stop simping....why are you so defensive?

[@peterhodges6684]

Well done sir, great job !

[@katkorkier3]

Awesome job man!

[@johnsprinkles7369]

Bro you do amazing work. Love the effort you give to every piece you touch

[@matthewharlowehrscyclespor668]

Great work with very cool tools! Thanks Wes!

[@gearheadwes]

Great job and tutorial! I just noticed your soft table is actually covered with a center carpet from a mini van or SUV. Good recycling once again. I gotta get my 71 Selmer Mark VI serviced. I don't want to try my hand on this horn!

[@whotknots]

love your work Wes, thank you for sharing your amazing skill.

[@brianharris7243]

"Cool tool Tuesday.." and a little boogie oogie oogie- LOL- nice btw job Wes.

[@Zigrund]

Чувак-Зачет-Мастер-Золотые руки!

[@ufgatorsax]

I have that exact model tenor sax with the sterling silver neck. Great work!

[@OldAssSax]

Cool, this horn came with a standard, serialized lacquered neck as well as a sterling one. Luckily, both necks were undamaged during shipping.

[@ufgatorsax]

Wow, I didn't know that. I traded an inexpensive acoustic guitar for mine. A trumpet player owned it and wanted to learn to play the guitar. He just had the one neck with it. I liked the way it played and traded with him. I had a few guitars I just play for fun. I am really a sax player. That was about 10 years ago. So, now I have 3 tenors in my collection of woodwind instruments.

[@OldAssSax]

@@ufgatorsax Well, the solid silver Martin necks are rare...hang on to it!

[@MarinaOslova]

Great expertise. Thanks. Also: great lessons - a. Do your passion. b. Be patient.

[@mohammadsartagh6829]

Good Job Master .

[@phooesnax]

Love Ferrees. Only buy there every once in a while but they are the place

[@ianmac2963]

You're a MASTER ... thank you

[@punypufferman180]

This is so great, I want to apprentice a master repairman so I can learn this artform too but we don't even have any instrument repairmen where I am

[@ChannelJanis]

This big long tube with a bunch of holes looks really nine!

[@garybrady9531]

what amazing results