Rusted Out Red Signal Lamp Restoration

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  • Опубліковано 26 вер 2022
  • Will this ancient signal lamp light again? Restoration of a very old, rusted out Dietz signal lamp.
    This signal lamp is super old and was very very rusted out. The tank has been sealed and its use is completely safe. The most difficult part of this restoration turned out to be the glass globe. Covered completely in decades of deep scratches as well as rub scratches. I thought it was just dirt; it was scratches. Making matters worse, the glass is heat tempered which makes it very hard to polish. The glass globe alone took me 6 hours to polish, and there are still some chips and deep scratches.
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  • @TheParkAttendant
    @TheParkAttendant Рік тому +58

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

  • @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354
    @garyburgmylifeandtimes6354 Рік тому +248

    The amount of effort put into restoring that lantern was far for 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 Рік тому +17

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

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому +20

      Thank you!

    • @jeanettecardol6028
      @jeanettecardol6028 Рік тому +5

      But it's nice to watch

    • @loveajkal8741
      @loveajkal8741 Рік тому

    • @maisiedays
      @maisiedays Рік тому +7

      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!

  • @bronzewing1965
    @bronzewing1965 Рік тому +13

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

  • @kaymcgraw9362
    @kaymcgraw9362 Рік тому +25

    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.

  • @pearface5370
    @pearface5370 Рік тому +54

    Beautiful restoration. The glass polishing was amazing!

  • @medicbabe2ID
    @medicbabe2ID Рік тому +13

    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 +1

      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 3 місяці тому

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

    • @shanedietz3584
      @shanedietz3584 2 місяці тому

      Always nice to see worn history revived.

  • @ShamankingZuty
    @ShamankingZuty Рік тому +61

    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.

  • @user-hn7op7rx1y
    @user-hn7op7rx1y Рік тому +18

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

  • @DROFHAPPINESS
    @DROFHAPPINESS 11 місяців тому +6

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

  • @user-hu8ue4pq2i
    @user-hu8ue4pq2i Рік тому +14

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

  • @rickb3225
    @rickb3225 Рік тому +28

    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 6 місяців тому +4

    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  5 місяців тому

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

  • @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.

  • @user-fr8ly9bj6e
    @user-fr8ly9bj6e Рік тому +13

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

  • @sallybuskey952
    @sallybuskey952 Рік 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!!

  • @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.

  • @KinG_KJ
    @KinG_KJ Рік тому +78

    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 ❤️

  • @danieledmond94
    @danieledmond94 Рік 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.

  • @macmac8249
    @macmac8249 3 місяці 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

  • @skyhunk
    @skyhunk Рік тому +4

    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!!

  • @westerntraveler2835
    @westerntraveler2835 Рік тому +3

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

  • @user-wy4qf9pg8y
    @user-wy4qf9pg8y Рік тому +4

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

  • @WiIdbiII
    @WiIdbiII Рік тому +1

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

  • @PalaszewskiFamily
    @PalaszewskiFamily 8 місяців 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. 💖

  • @latiffrahman1953
    @latiffrahman1953 Рік тому +2

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

  • @purvapurva7443
    @purvapurva7443 Рік тому +3

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

  • @Ziyonur68
    @Ziyonur68 Рік тому +2

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

  • @lovelight7005
    @lovelight7005 Місяць тому +1

    Hurricane light - ah! my childhood memories ❤

  • @jaycimbak7781
    @jaycimbak7781 6 місяців тому +3

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

  • @zeekwolfe6251
    @zeekwolfe6251 Рік 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!

  • @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.

  • @dovercliffs9455
    @dovercliffs9455 Рік тому

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

  • @dianestephenson7639
    @dianestephenson7639 Рік тому +4

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

  • @gordon8858
    @gordon8858 Рік 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

  • @alialmahanawi8409
    @alialmahanawi8409 Рік тому +1

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

  • @Mary20457
    @Mary20457 Місяць 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.

  • @kaorihirasawa3753
    @kaorihirasawa3753 Рік тому +3

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

  • @johnkathycoley6868
    @johnkathycoley6868 Рік 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!

  • @ariesmariano4592
    @ariesmariano4592 Рік тому +1

    Wow Ang galing Ang husay mo kaibigan

  • @helenarmour9924
    @helenarmour9924 Рік тому

    Great job. Glad to see that brought back to use.

  • @Zhanna-lf8nu
    @Zhanna-lf8nu Рік тому +7

    Слов просто нет , ваша работа потрясает ❤️

  • @murphymmc
    @murphymmc Рік тому +11

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

  • @carolechetwynd-bryant534
    @carolechetwynd-bryant534 Рік тому +1

    How beautiful!! Thank you for sharing this video ❤

  • @melaniesmith41
    @melaniesmith41 7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @alfredotitlag6275
    @alfredotitlag6275 Рік тому +5

    Cuanto talento y cuánta paciencia digno de admiracion

  • @janelloyd4332
    @janelloyd4332 Рік тому +5

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

  • @ellyguitarchic5069
    @ellyguitarchic5069 Рік тому +2

    What a fantastic job. Well done.

  • @burrongos
    @burrongos Рік тому

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

  • @trtsndrnggr
    @trtsndrnggr Рік тому +4

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

  • @andrzejporeda7281
    @andrzejporeda7281 Рік тому +4

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

  • @marinahansen5964
    @marinahansen5964 8 місяців тому +1

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

  • @Underthesun123
    @Underthesun123 Рік тому +1

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

    • @samwells9769
      @samwells9769 3 місяці тому

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

  • @jamestaylor635
    @jamestaylor635 Рік 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 Рік 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!!

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme Рік 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

  • @terryanderson8354
    @terryanderson8354 Рік тому +1

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

  • @garymadden2328
    @garymadden2328 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful job, well done!

  • @Vault57
    @Vault57 Рік 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  Рік тому +5

      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

  • @user-re6ct9bq4f
    @user-re6ct9bq4f Рік тому +8

    Мастер - золотые руки!

  • @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.

  • @Krishnan8261
    @Krishnan8261 Рік тому +1

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

  • @garymucher4082
    @garymucher4082 Рік 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!

  • @pinokkio3919
    @pinokkio3919 Рік тому +4

    Отличная работа! 👍👍👍

  • @SK-jd5jt
    @SK-jd5jt Рік тому +1

    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.

  • @mohandasballal6819
    @mohandasballal6819 2 місяці тому

    Your effort and patience in restoration is very much appreciable 🙏

  • @lesliebryce6074
    @lesliebryce6074 11 місяців 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!

  • @tatavieira6932
    @tatavieira6932 Рік тому +3

    Simplesmente, incrível!

  • @samanthadean1083
    @samanthadean1083 Рік тому +2

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

  • @azmike1
    @azmike1 Рік тому

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

  • @lucialima781
    @lucialima781 Рік тому +3

    Ficou maravilhoso

  • @susanmontgomery7121
    @susanmontgomery7121 Рік тому +48

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

    • @LunaP1
      @LunaP1 Рік тому +3

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

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому +10

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

    • @MrCreativeEZ
      @MrCreativeEZ Рік 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

  • @shannonrinehart4635
    @shannonrinehart4635 5 місяців тому +2

    Very nice restoration!!! Looks great!

  • @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.

  • @junc.percent1719
    @junc.percent1719 Рік тому +3

    놀랍고 재밌어요

  • @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.

  • @TonyM540
    @TonyM540 11 місяців тому

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

  • @MUN.A1988
    @MUN.A1988 7 місяців 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..

  • @glennwatson3313
    @glennwatson3313 Рік тому +3

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

    • @shedmanx3640
      @shedmanx3640 Рік тому

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

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому

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

  • @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. ☺

  • @carolynlee5879
    @carolynlee5879 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely brilliant restoration.

  • @King_TuTT
    @King_TuTT 9 місяців тому +1

    love the color. good stuff

  • @baiaishahlapasam8717
    @baiaishahlapasam8717 9 місяців тому

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

  • @jayakumarkaarikuzhy4713
    @jayakumarkaarikuzhy4713 Рік тому

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

  • @CrustyRestorations
    @CrustyRestorations 4 місяці тому

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

  • @herbertorendorff6323
    @herbertorendorff6323 Рік тому +2

    for an old lantern it sure needed a lot of love and repair but it looks great now 👍👏

  • @pacodelapena
    @pacodelapena Рік тому

    What a beatuiful job. Congrats from Durango México. We used to have them at the farm when I was a boy. Thank you for bringing it back. 😁

  • @pradeepjhuboo9458
    @pradeepjhuboo9458 Рік тому

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

  • @louisecolombi6630
    @louisecolombi6630 Рік тому

    It’s a miracle ❤ fantastic workmanship

  • @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!

  • @chadwaldron3568
    @chadwaldron3568 Рік 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.

  • @venkatesankuppuswami4733
    @venkatesankuppuswami4733 8 місяців тому

    It is heartening to see the old lamp which wS in vogue during my younger days

  • @dennidiego449
    @dennidiego449 8 місяців тому

    this man knows.perfection .....great work....

  • @klivester2285
    @klivester2285 4 місяці тому

    Absolutely beautiful!❤

  • @billiebickers....
    @billiebickers.... Рік тому

    Will be great to place on the mantle for decoration only. Beautiful job!

  • @CS-os1yt
    @CS-os1yt Місяць тому

    Sent me back 50 years down memory lane

  • @RedraspusMusic
    @RedraspusMusic Рік тому +2

    Love the red glass in that! So cool.

  • @vinceianni4026
    @vinceianni4026 Рік тому

    Good job mister beautifully restored well done

  • @CrustyRestorations
    @CrustyRestorations 9 місяців тому +1

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

  • @ralphreinhardt6020
    @ralphreinhardt6020 Рік тому +1

    A job well done sir ! 😎👍

  • @RissaFirecat
    @RissaFirecat 3 місяці тому

    What an amazing job! Thank you

  • @AndreaMerchak
    @AndreaMerchak 8 місяців тому +1

    Awesome! Great job! ❤