Rusted Out Red Signal Lamp Restoration

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  • Опубліковано 23 гру 2024

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  • @medicbabe2ID
    @medicbabe2ID Рік тому +33

    I **love** Dietz lanterns. This one was held together with little more than baby's breath and good wishes, and you brought it back to better than the day it was new. Glorious!

    • @Seemsayin
      @Seemsayin Рік тому +2

      I love them, too. That's when simple, clever engineering was all it took to be efficient.
      But, could it get any better than the day it was new?😉

    • @macmac8249
      @macmac8249 10 місяців тому

      @@Seemsayin Well….you could say that it was already ‘broken in’, I suppose.

    • @shanedietz3584
      @shanedietz3584 9 місяців тому +1

      Always nice to see worn history revived.

    • @Tungsten_10
      @Tungsten_10 6 місяців тому

      I love them too but the fact that they are still being made is partly because electric lighting isn’t available to everyone. Makes me sad

  • @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354
    @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354 2 роки тому +295

    The amount of effort put into restoring that lantern was far more than what is was worth, most would never have bothered based on the extensive damage the rust had caused. BUT, you brought back to life a piece of history that can’t be replicated to the level of authenticity that your restoration brings - priceless!

    • @paulsparrsparky7037
      @paulsparrsparky7037 2 роки тому +20

      Couldn't say it any better... 👍🏼😃

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  2 роки тому +22

      Thank you!

    • @jeanettecardol6028
      @jeanettecardol6028 2 роки тому +8

      But it's nice to watch

    • @loveajkal8741
      @loveajkal8741 2 роки тому

    • @maisiedays
      @maisiedays Рік тому +12

      I watch a lot of these restoration videos. This one was really impressive. I’ve never seen anyone else bring something back that was this far gone. Well done!

  • @mahmudulhasan3302
    @mahmudulhasan3302 5 місяців тому +11

    Watching this video made me nostalgic for the old days when we'd have to study by this lamp during power cuts at night.... how time does fly !
    superb work....

  • @kaymcgraw9362
    @kaymcgraw9362 2 роки тому +34

    You have a rare talent. Your restoration shows the now and early future generations how we once lived, and the products that were once available for that era. Your restoration is amazing.

  • @TheParkAttendant
    @TheParkAttendant 2 роки тому +62

    I admire your ability to problem solve around the siever rust and make a complete restoration. Thanks for saving this piece of history.

  • @sallybuskey952
    @sallybuskey952 2 роки тому +2

    I love Lanterns! I have 2 that were gifted to me from a client that I was a Caregiver too. He was in his 80's and the lanterns belonged to his father when the lived in California. Mine are no where as rusted as this one. Thank you for bringing it back to it's glory!!

  • @jaycimbak7781
    @jaycimbak7781 Рік тому +5

    Most people would just give up and throw that away or just put it somewhere and forget about it. Your dedication to the extremely laborious restoration is commendable! Thank you for the video. Now I know what to use on a few of my own rusted lanterns.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому +1

      Well, the thought of giving up did cross my mind a few times with that glass globe. :)

  • @macmac8249
    @macmac8249 10 місяців тому +1

    Quality workmanship….not just rebuilt but you’ve rendered it completely functional. Lots of elbow grease…thank you for sharing this with us…Mac

  • @DROFHAPPINESS
    @DROFHAPPINESS Рік тому +7

    You worked a miracle on this.
    I was really impressed on how well you restored the globe!

  • @ShamankingZuty
    @ShamankingZuty 2 роки тому +65

    Time really took it's toll on this lamp, but you did a fantastic job bringing it back to life. Outstanding work, thanks for sharing.

  • @pearface5370
    @pearface5370 2 роки тому +57

    Beautiful restoration. The glass polishing was amazing!

  • @АрменБолужев
    @АрменБолужев 2 роки тому +21

    Спасибо мастеру за отличную работу, по восстановлению старинной керосиновой лампы. Все сделано с душой. Благодарю за труд. Удачи на канале.🛠️📹👍🔥

  • @ТатьянаТрухачева-ъ4б

    Да будет свет! Мастеру 10+ за мастерство!!!! Это ж из рассыпавшегося металла ,восстановить,невероятно!!!!! Благодарю,интересно смотреть,как возрождается новая вещь из старой.

  • @Mary20457
    @Mary20457 9 місяців тому

    You are amazing. All the complex pieces and you still manage to put it all together. I didn't think you could save the glass, but 6 hours later, it looks brand new.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 місяці тому

      I wasn't sure I could save the glass either! :)

  • @dougm5341
    @dougm5341 Рік тому +7

    Mad props to people who have the talent and inclination to restore items from our past and preserve them for the future.

  • @WiIdbiII
    @WiIdbiII Рік тому +1

    Wow. Thanks for giving this old relic life again. Fantastic job.

  • @skyhunk
    @skyhunk Рік тому +8

    This brought back memories of life on the farm -- we had no electricity so we relied on kerosene lamps. This is an oil lamp but they have a physical resemblance to each other. With kerosene we had to pump the lamp to increase pressure when the light dimmed and also we had to increase the height of the mantle (not wick). Yeppers -- I'm that old!!

  • @mohandasballal6819
    @mohandasballal6819 10 місяців тому

    Your effort and patience in restoration is very much appreciable 🙏

  • @latiffrahman1953
    @latiffrahman1953 Рік тому +2

    One word... simply beautiful and good effort doing the restoration...only those who knows history appreciate antiques items

  • @davedoughty1213
    @davedoughty1213 4 місяці тому +1

    Great job on the restotransformation!!! You made a beautiful piece of art from a pile of rust!!! Well done sir!! The Old Army Scout…

  • @westerntraveler2835
    @westerntraveler2835 Рік тому +3

    FABULOUS job! Thank you for your time in showing the involved steps to restore this lantern!

  • @Ziyonur68
    @Ziyonur68 2 роки тому +2

    Juda ajoyib! Õtmishni yodga soldi. Qilingan restavratsiyaga gap yõq. Omad. UZB.

  • @nunyabiznez6381
    @nunyabiznez6381 Рік тому +9

    Watching these videos is like taking a master class on how to make old decrepit things new again. I have restored a few things but nothing on a scale like this when it comes to metal. Mostly I do projects in wood. But after binge watching as many of these videos as possible I'm developing the confidence to restore something I've wanted to for a long time. The rusted carcass of an old bicycle my grandfather got for his birthday in 1921. I'm going to guess the most challenging part will be to find rubber tires of the right style. If anyone knows anything about sourcing tires for antique bicycles I would be grateful.

  • @marinahansen5964
    @marinahansen5964 Рік тому +1

    My father had 3 of these, which he used when the power would go out. Thanks for the memories. Restored to perfection 👌🏼

  • @bronzewing1965
    @bronzewing1965 2 роки тому +21

    Red glass is worth a fortune now.. Love your restorations... 🥰😎

  • @КонстантинКлюшин-ь5щ

    Хорошая у вас работа, возвращать старым вещам, молодость и красоту. Видно, что вам самому интересно заниматься реставрацией. Спасибо вам за ваш труд...

  • @ОльгаГусарова-в3т
    @ОльгаГусарова-в3т 2 роки тому +14

    Грандиозная работа, но и результат потрясающий. Молодец мастер, браво!

    • @gloriareyescatalan5230
      @gloriareyescatalan5230 2 роки тому +1

      Maestro de Maestros increíble felicidades y q Dios bendiga tu manos

  • @rickb3225
    @rickb3225 2 роки тому +30

    Sometimes I wonder how on earth you're gonna restore these things that are in such bad condition. Then I watch and say "oh, that's how!" Great job 👍

  • @jaycimbak7781
    @jaycimbak7781 Рік тому +3

    What an amazing job you did restoring this lantern! You gave me a few ideas for lanterns in my collection!

  • @baiaishahlapasam8717
    @baiaishahlapasam8717 Рік тому

    Wow! Excellent restoration ,you saved your grandma lantern I really recalled my childhood days thank you

  • @melindamoore9449
    @melindamoore9449 Рік тому +6

    Wow! Outstanding workmanship! You are a true artist and Craftsman! Excellent restoration. Loved watching it. Thanks for sharing! More than I could handle to simply repair. Well done!! Love the blue metallic paint color with the ruby glass also.

  • @PalaszewskiFamily
    @PalaszewskiFamily Рік тому +2

    Magical restoration. It's like seeing a magic trick performed and revealed at once. Very gratifying! The glass at the end was a fascinating surprise. 💖

  • @dianestephenson7639
    @dianestephenson7639 Рік тому +5

    I am amazed that this was able to be saved ,,,it turned into a very beautiful piece ,,,great work & talent

  • @PrinceinAddis
    @PrinceinAddis Місяць тому

    So satisfying and uplifting even inspiring to watch the recovery and restoration-to-new of a once-abandoned, rusty old lamp!

  • @johnkathycoley6868
    @johnkathycoley6868 2 роки тому +3

    Absolutely fascinating to watch as you bring back an object that would have been thrown away but now has a new life. Great Job!

  • @MUN.A1988
    @MUN.A1988 Рік тому

    AWESOME ..you have taken us back decades when that lamp was used in our tent in desert..exactly blue colored one in 1970s
    THANKS ALOT..

  • @gordon8858
    @gordon8858 2 роки тому +5

    Thank you for the video, I was amazed by your dedication patience and attention to detail.
    Hopefully, the lamp will give you years of wonderful service.
    Brilliant job, well done
    Gordon, Halifax, UK

  • @jayakumarkaarikuzhy4713
    @jayakumarkaarikuzhy4713 2 роки тому

    Great! I am pleased to award you 101% of marks being the self-appointed appraiser of your work. Keep up the great work!!

  • @zeekwolfe6251
    @zeekwolfe6251 2 роки тому +3

    A wonderful signal lamp with a red glass prism, good in hurricanes or to warn Casey Jones about the washed-out bridge. Nice restoration!

  • @tayninh69
    @tayninh69 Рік тому +2

    I stand in awe of your skill and patience restoring that lantern, beautiful job. I have a few Dietz lanterns that we use when camping.

  • @KinG_KJ
    @KinG_KJ 2 роки тому +79

    honestly i didn't expect too much restoration in this video but it turned out to be a lot and I must say you did a fantastic job bringing it back to its glory. loved it ❤️

  • @cosmefulanito5933
    @cosmefulanito5933 Рік тому

    The amount of effort that goes into dirtying up the pieces to make them look much worse than they already are is admirable.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому +1

      Nah. That's how I found it. I'm not artistically inclined enough to make something look this bad.

  • @murphymmc
    @murphymmc 2 роки тому +11

    Nice work, probably far more filling and sanding than you want to do for a long time to come. Beautiful results.

  • @SK-jd5jt
    @SK-jd5jt 2 роки тому +2

    Hard work but the end result is worth all the trouble. . Also reminds me of the days when we used these lamps in our houses . Thanks for uploading this video.

  • @purvapurva7443
    @purvapurva7443 2 роки тому +3

    Such a beautiful antique piece. Well done 👏👏👏👏

  • @burrongos
    @burrongos 2 роки тому

    How wonderful it is to have the right tools to finish all of our projects..!! Wonderful job done my friend..!! True craftsmanship..!!

  • @garymucher4082
    @garymucher4082 2 роки тому +2

    A monumental effort to get this one useable again. I like refurbishing things, but I think I would have left this one alone. Too many other ones that could use the refurbishing that weren't near crumbling. Thumbs Up!

  • @Thefairyvision
    @Thefairyvision Рік тому +1

    Such lamps bring out a lot many memories of around 30 years ago

    • @samwells9769
      @samwells9769 11 місяців тому

      Wow you are an artist with restoration and I love the video. ❤

  • @janelloyd4332
    @janelloyd4332 2 роки тому +5

    Beautiful restoration..I didn't think it would turn out so nice. Well done

  • @shuji-uy6pk
    @shuji-uy6pk Рік тому

    I was impressed recently as I was going to buy a lantern of DIETZ when a letter rose.
    Expecting being restored by you 100 years later, and reviving, I want to use it.

  • @danieledmond94
    @danieledmond94 2 роки тому +6

    That history and level of excellent recovery work needs to be memorialize in a museum. It's a valuable teaching moment my friend.

  • @melaniesmith41
    @melaniesmith41 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely beautiful, all that hard work restoring this lantern was worth it .

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme 2 роки тому +7

    That is the best rust remover on the market!!! Great restoration and you did a fabulous job restoring it!!
    Enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

  • @ColinForBooks
    @ColinForBooks Місяць тому

    thanks for showing all the materials you use, as some youtubers leave you guessing about what they are using

  • @BasievAleksandr
    @BasievAleksandr Рік тому +7

    Слов просто нет , ваша работа потрясает ❤️

  • @MattsGarage1791
    @MattsGarage1791 2 місяці тому

    the time and effort were extensive. the end result and the skills you honed - priceless. 👍💪👍💪

  • @jamestaylor635
    @jamestaylor635 2 роки тому +3

    You have much more patience than me, I would have thrown that in the garbage, gone to Walmart and bought another one for $10.😊

    • @jackx4311
      @jackx4311 2 роки тому +1

      You think you can get the (legendary) build quality of a Dietz from a $10 Chinese knock-off? In yer dreams, mate - only in yer dreams!!

  • @dovercliffs9455
    @dovercliffs9455 2 роки тому

    The chimney lamp of good old days. Well done. It looks more than new.Very nice.

  • @trtsndrnggr
    @trtsndrnggr 2 роки тому +4

    There's an extremely high rate of damage. I appreciate your efforts to repair it. god jobs bro❤🎉

  • @alonedoesntmeanlonely
    @alonedoesntmeanlonely Рік тому +1

    Great job! First I thought it´s not worth it. But it turned out great. Was definatly worth your time and efford!

  • @Vault57
    @Vault57 2 роки тому +10

    Yeah, that one was a bit knackered as they say. I think you did well for a one time on camera lamp lighting, but I would not trust using that lantern for anything else but a decorative piece at this point. The pin holes in the tank will probably always leak as the fuel seems to find any miniscule hole available to run out of. The body fillers will start to cook on the chimney too as it can get pretty hot. I have a lantern like that as well. Thanks for the video.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  2 роки тому +6

      The only body filler on the chimney is JB weld and it's good up to 500 °F. Not expecting any leaking since I did apply two good coats of fuel tank sealer. @7:20

  • @TonyM540
    @TonyM540 Рік тому

    Super job. I would never have thought about polishing the globe.

  • @alfredotitlag6275
    @alfredotitlag6275 Рік тому +5

    Cuanto talento y cuánta paciencia digno de admiracion

  • @judefernandez827
    @judefernandez827 3 місяці тому

    I remember my Dad cleaning the glass and trimming the wicks and filling up the kerosene in our hurricane lamps because we had no electricity in our house in Madras India in the early 60s . And there would be a strong gust of wind and the lamps would go out and my Dad would have to relight the lamps . Those were the days but beautiful memories to cherish . Cheers from Australia .

  • @lesliebryce6074
    @lesliebryce6074 Рік тому +4

    Pretty amazing restoration. I was wondering how you would accomplish this with the thin metal and pinholes. Filler to the rescue! Great problem solving and the array of filler used was impressive. Fun to watch. Thanks so much!

  • @adolfzerkun3407
    @adolfzerkun3407 Рік тому

    a lot of work but in the end I am blown away by the end result. to say that beautiful old things are well worth restoring.

  • @kaorihirasawa3753
    @kaorihirasawa3753 2 роки тому +3

    This is just amazing work! Great job.. looking forward for your next video. Can’t wait ❤️❤️❤️

  • @lindafett1826
    @lindafett1826 3 місяці тому

    Wow😮6 hours polishing red glass😊impressive👍looks brand new

  • @Елена-п8ф8у
    @Елена-п8ф8у 2 роки тому +8

    Мастер - золотые руки!

  • @Afexkeko
    @Afexkeko Рік тому

    في الحقيقة انت افضل من يوم بهذا في اليوتيوب. لم أشاهد شخصا يقوم بهذا بطريقة دقيقة..

  • @pinokkio3919
    @pinokkio3919 2 роки тому +4

    Отличная работа! 👍👍👍

  • @pradeepjhuboo9458
    @pradeepjhuboo9458 2 роки тому

    Excellent job..inspired me to have a closer look at my 68year old lamp
    Thanks

  • @andrzejporeda7281
    @andrzejporeda7281 2 роки тому +4

    Świetna jest zrobiona ta robota pozdrawiam twórcę tego filmu mile i serdecznie 👍👍👍👍

  • @barbaramckenzie3167
    @barbaramckenzie3167 3 місяці тому

    How marvelous. I love watching you work. Thanks for sharing.

  • @susanmontgomery7121
    @susanmontgomery7121 2 роки тому +55

    I'm genuinely shocked that it didn't dissolve in the rust remover.

    • @LunaP1
      @LunaP1 2 роки тому +4

      Yeah. With the way it looked after sandblasting, it would've made a perfect watering can than a lantern.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  2 роки тому +11

      These old implements were made of really good quality steel. Everything on this lamp was hardened (including the glass).

    • @MrCreativeEZ
      @MrCreativeEZ 2 роки тому +2

      I am also a person with many skills. Watching this video, I really admire the remarkable meticulousness and patience of the master. thank you

    • @dinaparmar7225
      @dinaparmar7225 4 місяці тому

      😊

  • @sophyataziry
    @sophyataziry Рік тому +2

    still have one like it at home, in Algeria called Kanki or Mosbah
    It was used in the past in areas where there was no electricity.
    I love him so far and sometimes I take him with me to the woods...
    What are the most beautiful tools that our ancestors used at the time?

  • @glennwatson3313
    @glennwatson3313 2 роки тому +3

    If you replace every board on a wooden ship is it still the same ship?

    • @shedmanx3640
      @shedmanx3640 2 роки тому

      Well technically, he didn’t replace anything. He repaired it which is the point of the channel. 😁

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  2 роки тому

      You been watching 'Samson Boat Co.' videos? ;)

  • @CrustyRestorations
    @CrustyRestorations 11 місяців тому

    Stubning resto job. Kudos on the glass polishing, lovely workmanship. Got several of these in the 'to do' pile, great inspiration 👍👍

  • @junc.percent1719
    @junc.percent1719 2 роки тому +3

    놀랍고 재밌어요

  • @terryanderson8354
    @terryanderson8354 Рік тому +1

    You did an incredible job saving this!! Thoroughly enjoyed watching!!

  • @lucialima781
    @lucialima781 2 роки тому +3

    Ficou maravilhoso

  • @alialmahanawi8409
    @alialmahanawi8409 Рік тому +1

    Excellent job thanks for your time and efforts for reviving this beautiful piece of history.👍

  • @tatavieira6932
    @tatavieira6932 2 роки тому +3

    Simplesmente, incrível!

  • @jasonbourne6307
    @jasonbourne6307 Рік тому

    I love watching these restoration videos. Awesome job on the "Little Wizard".

  • @crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230
    @crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230 Рік тому +11

    Personly, Even with JB Weld I would not use a lantern in that condition again. The risk is too high it would leak again. For a display piece definitely.

  • @samanthadean1083
    @samanthadean1083 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing job!!! How lucky that the original glass was still intact!!!
    ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @janholman6192
    @janholman6192 Рік тому +3

    My married last name was "Dietz"! Hubby said it was German. Divorced now but took my maiden name back. Kids have it as their last name though. ☺

  • @Harryjmacneil
    @Harryjmacneil Рік тому

    Nice job! I remember someone saying, you can’t make a silk purse out of a sows ear. Well sir, you can! Cheers!

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому +1

      You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear; but you can restore an old silk purse! Thanks for watching.

  • @lovelight7005
    @lovelight7005 8 місяців тому +2

    Hurricane light - ah! my childhood memories ❤

  • @chadwaldron3568
    @chadwaldron3568 2 роки тому +1

    You are an incredible craftsman. That thing was a hunk of junk and you turned it into a jewel. I have an old one like that but it is in much better shape.

  • @craigclarke1382
    @craigclarke1382 10 місяців тому

    Absolutely brilliant, the care attention to detail is outstanding 👏 👌 👍🏻

  • @Krishnan8261
    @Krishnan8261 2 роки тому +1

    Wonderful hand work. I admire your patience and workman ship. Really great.

  • @Jb.Shooter
    @Jb.Shooter 2 роки тому +1

    Glass polishing was outstanding. Good job.

  • @madmanmechanic8847
    @madmanmechanic8847 Рік тому

    I do Marine repair and also restore Muscle cars. You had a Lantern in very poor shape and you brought it back to life you did and excellent job! I love old lanterns . I just got my UA-cam launched last week I am so excited. Keep up the good work dont change a thing 😊

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому

      Right on

    • @madmanmechanic8847
      @madmanmechanic8847 Рік тому

      @@AcmeRestorations When somebody gives you a complement you could at least say thank you! Its scarce for me to give out complements but thought you deserved my time to give you one.🤔

  • @azmike1
    @azmike1 2 роки тому

    Well done! Great job with lesser tools than others. I was enthralled watching you restore it. Thank you.

  • @krishs718
    @krishs718 2 роки тому +2

    Wonderful work. Hats off to you. I also have a Hurricane Lamp same as this one and that awaits restoration. Your work has spurred me to take it up in right earnest. But instead of red glass the one I have with me has a translucent glass. Nice video.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  2 роки тому

      The red glass lamps were sold as signal lamps to be used by road crews, etc. at night. Not super useful as a regular lamp like your though. Good luck with your restoration. I recommend using tank sealer for the fuel tank.

    • @krishs718
      @krishs718 2 роки тому

      @@AcmeRestorations I will follow your words and working style in entirety. Thank you very much.

  • @wafaabaydoun8423
    @wafaabaydoun8423 Рік тому

    أذهلتني بصبرك و دقة عملك... مبدع 👍🏻👏🏻🌹🇱🇧

  • @CrustyRestorations
    @CrustyRestorations Рік тому +1

    Another nice, sensitive restoration job... I've got one of these ready to be restored, useful tips 👍

  • @thierrymaggiorino3664
    @thierrymaggiorino3664 Рік тому

    It's most restauration... It's reconstructring !!... Very great job 🛠️👍🏻👍🏻... Very beautiful 👌🏻👌🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼..

  • @swaffdog6521
    @swaffdog6521 5 місяців тому

    Wow! You were able to restore a pile of rust to a very nice looking lamp.