Restoration of a Rusty Vintage Straight Razor

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  • Опубліковано 27 лис 2024

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  • @Michael-Makes-Stuff
    @Michael-Makes-Stuff 4 роки тому +15

    Good lord... What a GORGEOUS result! That has to be better than the original. Absolutely remarkable craftsmanship. Awesome job! 👍🏼

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 роки тому

      Thank you!

    • @samuelwheeler7502
      @samuelwheeler7502 4 роки тому

      9

    • @donaldtomas7535
      @donaldtomas7535 3 роки тому

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    • @zakaionyx6405
      @zakaionyx6405 3 роки тому

      @Donald Tomas instablaster ;)

    • @donaldtomas7535
      @donaldtomas7535 3 роки тому

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  • @OliverReilly1
    @OliverReilly1 Рік тому +1

    Finally a restoration worth watching. One where the peening, sanding, sharpening and stropping is all actually done correctly! Lovely results

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  Рік тому

      Thank you so much!

    • @Guilkdp
      @Guilkdp Рік тому

      Done correctly? If that razor ever gets loose there are no pubs to re tighten it. Moreover that razor will never shave, not comfortably as least, honing was also done incorrectly. Only spine leading strokes, and the razor was also lifted, not allowing for the correct angle for the razor spine and edge to hit the hone.

  • @barthanes1
    @barthanes1 4 роки тому +9

    The brass and ebony handle was over-the-top beautiful, but then you gold plated the blade. Top notch.

  • @clarklindquist8137
    @clarklindquist8137 4 роки тому +5

    Absolutely stunning. Beautifully done. Display, and use it with pride

  • @a-ls6333
    @a-ls6333 4 роки тому +8

    One of the best restorations I've seen in a long time. Well done!

  • @robertgreenlaw4198
    @robertgreenlaw4198 4 роки тому +3

    It looks better now than it probably did when it was brand new! Beautiful job!

  • @nickjanssens
    @nickjanssens 4 роки тому +3

    The attention to detail was on another level which was reflected in the end result. A masterclass.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 роки тому

      Thank you!

    • @nicthemickatx
      @nicthemickatx 3 роки тому

      Paying attention to every little detail when handcrafting items(especially a work of art like this) is the difference between a tool that will be used for 4-5+ generations vs throw away and replace regularly. Ive gotten to the point that i refuse to buy disposable junk. If i didn't make it or it can't be passed down to my children im not spending money on it. We used to take pride in the things we made and strive to be the best. We also used to maintain and care for the thing we do have. Neither of these things are common anymore. A blade like this is worth every bit of the maintenance it'll take to use daily and in passing it down we teach our children/ grandchildren a valuable in caring for, maintaining and being able to repair the things in their lives that are essentials.

  • @mikemcclure1855
    @mikemcclure1855 3 роки тому +1

    Thats beautiful. A true craftsman. Think about it. It's time to go shave. Can't wait to see more. Thanks

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks. I'm doing a safety razor right now; be up in a week.

  • @wileycoyotesr8623
    @wileycoyotesr8623 4 роки тому +3

    Nice little project. Turned out well.

  • @carsonclark3140
    @carsonclark3140 4 роки тому +8

    Incredible work on this one that's alot of time and work you put in. Very very nice craftsmanship.

  • @Donnybrook10
    @Donnybrook10 4 роки тому +1

    Hey! My Great Grandfather lived in Geneva and worked at this company. It was a subdivision of the Case knife company. Stunning work.

  • @LFKGooner
    @LFKGooner 2 роки тому

    My word, this is so so beautiful.

  • @samanthadean1083
    @samanthadean1083 4 роки тому

    I love your idea of wrapping the sand paper around a dowel and using it to sand with!!! So much more control!!!

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks. You get better coverage of the rounded surface that way, and a lot fewer finger cuts! :)

  • @fp381
    @fp381 3 роки тому

    Questo è un restauro...
    Complimenti per il gioiello👍

  • @jerryjohnsonii4181
    @jerryjohnsonii4181 4 роки тому

    Awesome restoration !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @curar13
    @curar13 4 роки тому +3

    Incredible !

  • @DanTyson
    @DanTyson 4 роки тому +4

    Beautiful.

  • @anstef1485
    @anstef1485 3 роки тому

    Superb result!

  • @clarklindquist8137
    @clarklindquist8137 4 роки тому +4

    Ya should make a customized case for it too.
    Ya know what would be cool is to see a matching safety razor to pair up with it....

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 роки тому +5

      Ooooh that's an interesting idea. I've got another old travel straight razor from the same era that has a beat up old box. I'm going to restore that as well and will be making a new box for it.

    • @clarklindquist8137
      @clarklindquist8137 4 роки тому +1

      @@AcmeRestorations
      Cant wait to see it. I love stuff like this

  • @djevo3441
    @djevo3441 4 роки тому +1

    Unbelievable job

  • @dixonqwerty
    @dixonqwerty 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome work

  • @NarTac13
    @NarTac13 4 роки тому +2

    Very pretty piece

  • @jakebullet4157
    @jakebullet4157 3 роки тому +1

    Brilliant work a pleasure to watch👍👍

  • @jasonclapp5051
    @jasonclapp5051 3 роки тому +1

    That looks amazing! I love the handle!

  • @oneshotme
    @oneshotme 4 роки тому +2

    Looks great
    Enjoyed your video so I gave it a Thumbs Up

  • @polytzai
    @polytzai 4 роки тому +2

    Beautiful

  • @tonyjones1378
    @tonyjones1378 2 роки тому

    Hello from Alaska 👏 What a wonderful job you Did 👍I would love to buy one that you have Redone.👍👍

  • @b3ardedbarbarian
    @b3ardedbarbarian 2 роки тому

    Gorgeous results!

  • @billchiasson2019
    @billchiasson2019 4 роки тому +1

    That was amazing!! Kudos!!

  • @stanleycarlock5624
    @stanleycarlock5624 2 роки тому

    Well done!

  • @shawnataylor7998
    @shawnataylor7998 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful job!

  • @nitro74cs
    @nitro74cs 4 роки тому

    I like your restorations, great job. This razor restoration is the best razor restoration video among the others. I have a little collection of straight razor and in my opinion you done a great job at cleaning the blade. The scales(handles) looks great and very nicely and neatly done, however if you ever use it for shaving(provided the blade honed properly) it may cause little balance issues and may take some time to get used to but for the looks and display it's very nice. Most straight razors the blade is little bit heavier than the scales and this makes it easier to handle/use/control. Great channel and content, keep up the good work.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks for the thoughtful comment. The handle is much lighter than it make look in the video. I thinned the scales down quite a bit. It's heavier than the plastic handles obviously but light enough and balanced enough to shave with without much additional effort. It's much lighter than some razors I've seen. Also, this is not going to be my daily driver. :) Thanks for watching!

  • @johnnyboydianno
    @johnnyboydianno 3 роки тому

    Amazing work thanks for sharing

  • @WesleySmithd
    @WesleySmithd 2 роки тому

    Fantástico trabalho de restauração dos materiais trabalhados. Trabalho profissional assim merece reconhecimento sempre. Ganhou mais um inscrito e vale cada curtida. Parabéns.

  • @raziel3726
    @raziel3726 4 роки тому +2

    Craftsman!!

  • @tomsikes9064
    @tomsikes9064 3 роки тому +1

    Never seen a brass paneled support body, like a pocket knife used to hold the scales on a razor before. Mine isn’t that beautiful, just scales that absorb water as I shave. Looks like a precision job. well done!

  • @berejorrie
    @berejorrie 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect! only complaint I have is that off balance polishing wheel you've got there, lol

  • @lihuensaavedra6752
    @lihuensaavedra6752 3 роки тому

    Muy bueno el grabado en oro y los materiales que utilizaste

  • @kushgup3183
    @kushgup3183 3 роки тому

    Pickling in citric acid solution is preferred by modern metallurgists. Environmentally friendly, effective, & doesn't promote pitting unlike some chloride based rust removers.

  • @robertgraham1616
    @robertgraham1616 Рік тому +1

    Awesome looking restoration! What would you recommend for restoring faded gold wash on the blade? Since it's already been etched, just electroplate gold black on to it?

  • @mranon42023
    @mranon42023 2 роки тому

    Great but that's more than a restoration. It's now better than new

  • @lihuensaavedra6752
    @lihuensaavedra6752 3 роки тому

    HERMOSOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

  • @madcapmagician6018
    @madcapmagician6018 4 роки тому

    nice😁👍

  • @WowRixter
    @WowRixter 4 роки тому +1

    Wow!!! Gorgeous. What anti-rust solution do you use?

  • @Tertbs
    @Tertbs 4 роки тому +2

    Great work restoring that..... One question thought. Have you shaved with it??

  • @eyecan8
    @eyecan8 4 роки тому +2

    I’ll buy that for a dollar 😂! Outstanding work 💯

  • @StefanCatargiu
    @StefanCatargiu 3 роки тому

    That metal blackening solution. What it is and where can one buy it?

  • @terrywindsor1310
    @terrywindsor1310 4 роки тому

    👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @tesla1431
    @tesla1431 3 роки тому

    Good job but put a tape on the spine and sharpening against blade ;]

  • @bobbertbobby3975
    @bobbertbobby3975 3 роки тому +1

    im a little befuddled as to why you soldered the pins for the wood scales of the handle but didnt solder the bolsters for the handle. I mean why settle for epoxy there but then solder the pins?
    Other than that it looks very nice.
    Im not asking this to try to point out a flaw..I mean Im wondering if there was a reason that I am not understanding is all.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  3 роки тому

      "why you soldered the pins for the wood scales of the handle but didnt solder the bolsters for the handle." The pins for the bolsters go all the way through to the other bolster on the other side. Not so the pins for the scales.

    • @dwdidit3664
      @dwdidit3664 Рік тому

      @@AcmeRestorations no reason to not solder.

  • @agorozirus3975
    @agorozirus3975 2 роки тому

    IT is beautiful, but his main purpose...is not to heavy? U keep him only with fingers, and the pinky one takes about all the work, so....

  • @yvesdesrosiers2396
    @yvesdesrosiers2396 4 роки тому +1

    Have you shaved with it? Too nice not to.

  • @jxinx6812
    @jxinx6812 2 роки тому

    Looks very nice but I wouldn't shave with it. You put handles on a knife, not a razor.

  • @cheshirebowman4465
    @cheshirebowman4465 2 місяці тому

    Is that what people do nowadays. Make antiques look like brand new? Sorry but looks too much like a pen knife and will be totally out of balance to shave with.

  • @skyler951
    @skyler951 4 роки тому +1

    First

  • @rolfschurer9190
    @rolfschurer9190 2 роки тому

    fake

  • @robertmacdonald345
    @robertmacdonald345 4 роки тому

    It's too bad you ruined it with that acme label, a Little Laser etched AR at the end of the blade would have been better.

    • @AcmeRestorations
      @AcmeRestorations  4 роки тому +4

      It's not a label; It's gold plating. I didn't laser engrave it because I don't have a laser.

    • @robertmacdonald345
      @robertmacdonald345 4 роки тому

      @@AcmeRestorations Still Ruined it though sometimes less is more. Cheers Stay Healthy Stay Safe

    • @robertmacdonald345
      @robertmacdonald345 4 роки тому

      @@AcmeRestorations Hello again jus incase I liked the Razor restoration just didn't like the gold label, I felt it ruined the look over all, again I believe less is more sometimes. Cheers Stay Healthy Stay Safe