Restoration of Vintage Paraffin Iron
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- I had mixed feelings regarding this little Iron, I bought it over two
months ago but wasn’t too enthusiastic about restoring it. I loved the
character and design of this iron but due to the fact there were processes
used during the manufacturing which I new I couldn’t recreate I had my
doubts. The rust damaged surface on the base plate was a big problem
as I had no way to resurface it. I had initially thought maybe I could use
a high temperature chrome spray but I couldn’t find any so I settled on the
polished finish which doesn’t look too bad. Another problem I encounted
was the ceramic finish, I had bought the Titanium stick to fill an repair the
damaged parts but this didn’t work out the way I wanted so I had no choice
but to remove it and repaint.
I thought that once I had over come these little issues the rest would be
reasonably straight forward but one more thing had to go wrong. While
cleaning the generator the throttle lever broke off, I have looked on line
for a replacement but as yet I haven't found anything suitable. I will keep
looking and hopefully find something so I can finish it properly.
I feel very disappointed with the way this one ended but sometimes
that’s the way it goes. Hopefully in time I will have a short video ready
with the Iron working.
I hope you like the stop motion in this video, I have tried to add it just to
give a little bit more light hearted entertainment. Let me know what you
think in the comments below.
Duration
Working hours Lost track of time on this one
Editing 10+ hours
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This is a hobby for me which I enjoy doing in my spare time. I am not a professional restorer, Painter or fabricator and I know some of my techniques may not be upto the standards of some professionals on here. Having said that if you think you know a better way to complete these works I would be happy to listen, I will learn from each project to bring you not only a nicer finished piece but also
a cleaner piece of editing. Please leave your comments below and ill do my best to reply to them.
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Hi Brian,
I’ve watched almost all of your videos and am happy to say that your channel is one of my favorites, along with My Mechanics. That puts you in good company, for sure.
I think what I appreciate most with your channel is not only your quality workmanship and attention to detail, but your honesty and respect for your viewers. I’ve never seen a
restorer that takes his valuable time to respond to so many viewers comments and suggestions. By doing that, it’s obvious that you’ve gained the utmost respect from your viewers, as their comments are seldom critical or disrespectful.
You respect them.....they respect you, and isn’t that how it should be?!? If only politicians could understand that concept. Due to this mutual respect, it’s an absolute
pleasure to watch you work and how you interact with your viewers. Thank you for that.....truly!!
Hi Amille223, Thanks for your comment, I appreciate you taking the time to write it. I think it's important to keep in touch with your viewers as they can sometimes offer some great advice on improving the restorations, which ultimately makes better videos for them to watch. Regards Brian
Good restoration overall, I just find it a shame to have blown the enamel to replace it with a duller painting in my opinion.
Hi Iksaar, I think your opinion is right, I had put off working on it for so long as I had no idea how to replace or repair the enamel and teflon coating on the base plate. I had hoped for a much better out come. Thanks for your comment. Regards Brian
oldcolemanparts.com look under iron parts.
Hi There, I found this little 1920s Iron a while back which i thought had great character and perfect for restoring, Hope you enjoy the video
The beginning was just like the old Gumby clay animation show I watched as a kid! Loved it. Great restoration.
Better than new!!! I was waiting for you to slice a finger when you were using your x-acto knife. Great job.
How do you like your shirts sir, burnt to a crisp or soggy as fuck? Well there is no in between so here you go one, one toasted button down shirt. That will be a nickel, see you soon!
Nice interesting video with special effects. That iron is very unusual but I like it. Thumbs Up!
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? these is an extrange iron man so beautiful job congratulations.
I don't want to sound unfriendly, and it is great that such wonderful items are still being lovingly cared for, but would it not have been so much better (as others have said) to KEEP the blue vitreous enamel? The colour and texture are (were) so lovely, AND it was designed for the high operating temperature.
Additionally, and more significantly, from what I can see, it is NOT a paraffin iron. These need a pressure pump and vapourising section. This is why your "fuel" would not work. In all probability (again from what I can see) it operates with alcohol ("meths") Maybe someone else has picked this up - they certainly should have!!
Had you filled the grain on the oak handle that you made (and matched the colour) it would have been equal to your excellent work on the metal parts.
Hi Musicurio, I had this iron for a long time and put off working on it for the very reasons you mentioned. However my excitement and curiosity got the better of me. The results are not what I hoped for and I completely agree that I should have kept the original coating. This is an early video I made and hopefully my techniques have improved since then .Thanks for taking the time to comment. Regards Brian
Every video is an improvement on the last. Either new methods or new tools or even more interesting and challenging restorations but the quality is always going up. Thank you for posting it.
Thanks Mark, I think you have to keep improving both with the filming side and the restorations to give a better viewing experience. It's a process I'm really enjoying. Thanks for your comment Mark. Regards Brian
Beautiful. You are a Master Craftsman. I couldn't believe you made that handle with a drill motor! You inspired me!
Thanks Ben. Glad you liked it regards Brian
I have my Grandmothers it still has the box!!!
you are a gagbird! The tricks are already vor Movie. Good work, as always! The colors would I have tried to powder?
Leachim this is not my finest piece but I do agree powder coat would have been better. Regards Brian
Fab restoration, loved the motion at the beginning and iron looks fab
Thanks Sarah, I enjoyed making the stop motion and thought it would add a little humour. Regards Brian
Great restoration
That's a pretty interesting machine
It looks dangerous to use
Thank God for electricity 😁
Although of no use nowadays, it is useful to see what the forerunner of the modern household iron looked like back then. Can’t help thinking that it’s an ugly piece of machinery which cried out for improvement even back then.
Loved the stop motion. Made me laugh.
I thought the camera work at the start of the video was very funny, with the WD40 chasing the rusty Iron.
Again you did a brilliant job, welldone, keep them coming.
I had never seen such an iron. I can't imagine what kind of fuel it uses, or how it works.I read everything you wrote in the description of the video but nowhere did you explain anything about the operation of this beautiful ancient artifact. I would have liked you to explain briefly in the video what is that container that goes behind the iron, what fuel it needs and how it works.Good video. It's a pity you couldn't complete the restoration.
It works rather like a stove or cooker burner. The container on the back holds the fuel (probably white gas) and pressurizes it. The long black thing inside is the burner that heats the sole plate (the part that touches the clothes). The black knob under the fuel container is the fuel valve and regulates the flame. Add fuel, pump it up like a camping lantern, light a match, and open the fuel valve. Regulate for a steady flame, and iron away. An improvement on the stove-heated flat irons, especially on a hot day.
First time watcher great job. You have me hooked after 2 videos. Out of curiosity have you thought of getting into powder coating very easy process. I've been getting away from spray painting restores and been powder coating instead. I recommend it. Great videos
Hi Grimjeeper, I would love to get into powder coating and have a media blaster but funds don't allow it at the moment. Regards Brian
Well at least you have a little campfire to roast marshmallows over, JK nice restoration I've never seen an iron like that before.
Thanks William, this is the first time I have seen one too. I love the look of it. Not sure I would like to use it daily though. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations Completely understood but man that will look great on a shelf! Take care Brian.
Haha love the slow motion at the beginning, very good made me laugh 🤣
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Once i go Ujiji Kigoma Tanzania i see it Kerosene Iron (Taa ya Mafuta) i was like what this, How it work, i just Wondering till today i see it
Like your channel says "Unique Restorations" which can mean there won't be easy to find parts, right?? I really liked it. I've never seen one like it. Maybe one day far, far away, you'll see one just like it to get the parts .lol Great job. The WD40 chase was hilarious!!!!!
Hi the ropes of restoration, it is cool item with bags of character. Hopefully I will find a part for it. Regards Brian
Very good attempt trying to recreate the ceramic coating, finished product looks great!
Reach out to (HAND TOOL RESCUE) He may be able to help you find the part for the valve.
Because of a chip you destroyed the porcelain!?
Coleman's model 4-A made from 1927 - 1948
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Very nice restoration! Use gloves to protect your hands!
Don't apologize for the way you made that handle..guys use costly lathes and barely come out with the same result!..Great job.
Thanks for your comment Lee I appreciate it. It was an experience making that handle ha, Regards Brian
I liked the original enamel better but overall a good restoration!
Well done man, i love it and your channel growing im glad 👍Also i like edit at the begin it was a bit funny in positive way 😋
Thanks Fragx7, glad you enjoyed it, I was just trying to add some humour to make it more enjoyable. Regards Brian
Unique Restorations - I hit like even before the intro was done...it put a smile on my face. Thank you!
Выглядит красиво, но, на мой взгляд, это очень пожароопасно.
O desenho do ferro de engomar como falam aqui no Brasil é interessante mas pra passar roupas tem que usar luva de amianto. Abraço! Rio de Janeiro Brazil
Hi Luis thanks for your comment, Regards Brian
Soy nueva en su canal me quedé al mirar la cómo quedó esa plancha tengo una igualita ya que la bombita es donde lleva el agua y tengo otra plancha antigua que es de carbón de 1931 las dos son de la miss del mismo año y las conservo como nuevas ya que son una herencia de mi abuela y de mi madre soy de Colombia muchas felicitaciones acostumbro mucho a tener antigüedades siempre salgo los fines de mes a comprar ya que en Medellín Colombia hay unas casas de antigüedades tengo una chocolatera antigua que la base de abajo es de que se le echa carbón y se le hecha la panela y el chocolate y ahí mismo se cuece todo es muy antigua también es de 1931
¡La chocolatera antigua me da hambre!
@@thiggy1249 Jajaja jajaja jajaja jajaja jajaja eres muy gracioso una feliz noche y gracias por responderme
Yo también tengo una igual y la restauré
yo recién conseguí una y la estoy poniendo a punto para ponerla a funcionar, pero en todos los videos que he buscado, no muestran cómo debe limpiarse la aguja y el espiral que trae dentro el generador. también soy colombiano, mas exactamente de Bogotá
Nice video at the top of the iron have a valve to pump air to add pressure to the fuel
yeah such pumps are often mislabelled as bicycle pumps at antique shops!
Fantastic just fantastic great job thanks for sharing 🍺🍺👍👍👊
Thanks Brian, always nice to get an enthusiastic compliment. Regards Brian
Nice work! I'm curious to know if you do any research on these items before you begin restoration. This looks like a Coleman Kerosene fueled iron...but I only did a quick search....there are numerous similar images on-line that might help identify this little guy. Best wishes from Kauai.
Hi Dr Skip Kazarian, to be honest I don't do much research as I am very pushed for time. Carrying out the restoration and editing is very time consuming especially when I have a family. I would love to be able to give better information along with the restoration but it's not possible at minute. Regards Brian
These don't use kerosene but white gas. Go to www.oldcolemanparts.com/ for the parts you need for the iron, should be an easy fix as it looks like you need a new generator www.oldcolemanparts.com/product.php?productid=2799&cat=&page=2 . Also there's a great community for support for Coleman products at www.colemancollectorsforum.com/?action=allForumTopics&sort=latest. One last thing is that these need some sort of pressure to run and these originally came with an external pump. Here's an example: www.oldcolemanparts.com/product.php?productid=1103&cat=26&page=1
If you use a sanding block you will get a more perfect surface. Fingers aren't flat, so they won't make a flat surface if that's all that's supporting your paper. That's something I was taught by a professional body man. A block of wood will do, but my long board has kind of a thin foam on it to allow it to conform to curves, so maybe some thin foam tape on a block of wood would do the trick to support the paper.
Thanks Pete, I'll give that a go on my current project. Regards Brian
I like the way it was done before better, I don’t like stop motion
Well I guess there's a good reason the original handle was burnt! And while it may be disappointing that it doesn't work it probably doesn't matter all that much as there wouldn't be too many people queueing up to use it, hmm? Since you ask, the stop motion part is clever but for me, I'd rather see the work being done. Still, it's obviously up to you and I'll watch your vids regardless as I think you do a great job on your restorations. Cheers!
Thanks Turbo Panther, I suppose your right about no one using it but the personal pride kicks in. It may work one day. The stop motion won't be in every video as it's very time consuming but it does create some light hearted entertainment. My next one has no stop motion apart from credits. Thanks again. Regards Brian
You did an amazing job on their restoration!!!! The polished pieces and wood handle are beautiful!!! Then I see the terrible bright blue....and over the beautiful wood handle you worked so hard on!!! Wood finished handle and white base would have looked nice imo. Still beautiful work!
Thanks Mark. This was not my finest hour but every project is a learning curve. Thanks foe your comment. Regards Brian
My grandson wants to know how you trained it to take itself apart bit of interpretation involved.
Bravo de France ! Good job 😍👍😘
its a good idea to use teflon tape on those threaded fittings
Good job. All you tool restoration guys need to stop using silver spray paint. It is not a good substitute for chrome or polished metal. Just paint it a color. You also should have stained the handle. I think it would have looked better that way. Otherwise pretty cool.
Hi Joe. I tried to keep the restoration as close to original as possible. The handle is sprayed blue to match what I removed and also this is now heat resistant. I think a stain would just burn quicker. The silver spray I used was not really a substitute for chrome but just a way to keep it looking original while protecting it from the heat. I think polished metal would have rusted again and choosing a different colour wouldn't have looked right. Thanks for your comment , I appreciate it. Regards Brian
Flat out a nice resto! I hope you make some money enough to buy yourself a nice lathe, that would be so useful for you. 💯👍💨😄
Hi The Geezer, I could do with a larger place to work before a lathe, My work area is only about 1.5 square meters so I would struggle to get a lathe in. Regards Brian
*Полезный утюжек, на случай глобальной планетарной катастрофы.*
pitty it did,nt work, ........you can allways hit somebody with it !
The apparatus resembles a camp lantern, such as Coleman, as the fuel tank looks like it should be pressurized, and has a similar generator wire “throttle” that broke. Wonder if they have compatible parts?
Thanks Mr Ed I will take a look at them and see if compatible. Regards Brian
It IS a Coleman. It uses a rotary generator similar to, but different to it's Coleman Quicklite lantern contemporaries. The generators are still available. the lever is actually a tip cleaner to clear the fuel orifice.
painting looks out of place
Wow! What a cool... er… hot piece! Loved the stop-motion intro, and I like your innovation in working around tools and techniques to get the desired result. I subscribed to your channel early on (I love resto videos!), and you have never failed to impress... keep up the good work! Thanks for posting!
Thanks Notxarb21, I appreciate your support and taking the time to comment. I've just started my next one and hopefully it will be ready in about 10 days. Regards Brian
Nice restoration man. Don't be disheartened. At least it's beautiful again. Finding replacement parts for the old timer wud be tough, but I wish u gud luck. Nice job❤
Thanks Santanu Sinha, your right it is beautiful again and hopefully I'll find a part. Thanks for your comment. Regards Brian
Love the stop motion photography at the beginning. It was excellent. How long did that take?
Hi Phillip, it's been a while since I did this one but it took around two hours to move everything and about 150 photos. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations WOW! Not sure I'd have the patience for that. 😄
Brilliant and beautiful craftsmanship! The blue paint 🎨 turned out great on the unique iron!👍🏻❤️😊
Thanks baybeegirlz007. Your comments are appreciated. Regards Brian
Nice restoration, I like how you made the wood handle.
Hi bro 👋👋👋very good restoration 👍👍👍👍and video cool 🤝🤝🤝🤝
Great restoration
Thanks Jenny, regards Brian
Thanks for the video. A nice piece of history. I like your way of editing your videos.
Thanks Jackie, I'll have some more history for you next week. Stay tuned. Regards Brian
Good restoration, nice video
I don't understand what was the final issue. The explanation caption is unreadable! But it was a very nice resto!
Hi Pistelli57. I rechecked my video and some reason the writing on that scene is not done properly. The lever had snapped so I couldn't regulate the gas flow which made it impossible to light. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations Thanks for your reply! Hope you can fix it. Subscribed!
We have the same iron in our family. With a burn in exactly the same place on the handle. Design flaw? Or people being careless?
Hi Zenspider40, I thinks it's probably a design flaw as the metal handle will get really hot. Thanks for your comment. Regards Brian
Its usually when there's a leak at the joint of the generator and valve.
You good job make video act
I’ve never seen an iron like that before! Camping iron? Great restoration! Loved the beginning!
Thanks Arjnsdca, I didn't know these irons existed a few months ago, it is a great piece of history. Regards Brian
Nice tear down, no hands! Nice clean up and a beautiful restoration.
Thanks Michael. Regards Brian
Love this 😀
Well done matey, worth a subscription i think.
Thanks Thorfrun. Regards Brian
Gas iron ?
Brilliant restoration ☺ and fabulous video editing 👍
Thanks Sheroy Kalyanwala. Regards Brian
there is no W in rasp .. by the way, there is or was a holder that actually turns a drill into a small wood lathe. I had one years ago. makes it safer and more fun, basitallcy it just gives you a tail stock. and allows you to use regular lathe tools. As good as you are, you can make parts. You don't think everything was always machine made... you can make just about any part with a few hand tools.
Thanks Toot Tall, I would love to have better tools one day but my little workshop is so small. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations that's exactly why I had the mini drill powered lathe when I did, very small workspace. However small it is, you can do about anything with the tools you have, tho you may need different grinder wheels and such. Look at what they managed to make when there were no such fancy tools... you have the smarts to do anything you want with very little. It's not always in the tools and such, it's in your head and hands. Look how you managed to make the handle. by the way, get a few pulleys and that grinder can power all kinds of things. With a little thinking you can make a holder that turns the grinder into a table saw, my grandfather did that when I was a kid. I think you could figure out how to make a tail stock and tool rest so you can turn a drill into a lathe..even if you mostly use wood to do it. The only piece that would have to be metal is the point that supports the piece you're turning. I know that if you put your mind to it, you could do just about anything... find a friendly scrapper that could have parts and pieces you can make into other things for your little tiny shop. I have to use my kitchen table, so I only work on small things these days, lighters and such. Did you know you can make a table saw cut things round by making a jig to do it? nothing that can't be done if you have the creativity and stubborness to stick with it. In fact, creating new tools from old junk could be an entire line of vids that would help a lot of people be able to restore rather than throw out. things.
Thanks for advice Toot Tall, I will look into some of the ideas you suggest, hopefully time permitting I will try get some thing worked out. The Pully wheels idea sounds good. Thanks again. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations as much as you use your grinder, you might consider finding another electric motor. Old refrigerators can be good donors, You can also turn the motor and pump into a small air compressor. You can even use the rest of the fridge as a paint booth that can be put outdoors.
@@tootall5559 your ideas are intriguing, I will be taking a look tonight at some possible tools that can be adapted to work with my bench Grinder, I will also look at the motor set up on a fridge. Thanks for the advice, regards Brian
Old irons last longer than new ones!
They built them babies to last a few life times. I purchased a very heavy iron, and thought it might have been used for industry, as it weighs like 10 lbs or more, well it turns out to be a carpet iron. Go figure there was a time people ironed their carpets?!?! I swear the thing is bomb proof and will surely out last me.
The handle was impressive. Good thinking.
Thanks Maurine, regards Brian
The Hycote paint needs to be cured by heating it in a oven to build it's heat resistance abilities.
Hi Zombie Fox Game. I cured these parts on the Barbie with the lid down just to keep the smell out of our kitchen. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations wasn't doubting you, just putting it out there for anyone else. Have you got the iron on display?
When I get round to building a bigger workshop I hope to have some display space for them. Regards Brian
Very nice .I remember my mom had 3 of this very same type of iron when i was little
Hi AC, it is a very cool item although I can't imagine it was easy to use. Regards Brian
Hi AC, it is a very cool item although I can't imagine it was easy to use. Regards Brian
@@UniqueRestorations o i remember my mom was always exhausted after ironing tons and tons of cloths for other people that's how she raised us.doing laundry .i wish i could buy one those but here in my country we cant get them anymore .anyway great job thanks for sharing the video
me daria un poco de miedo utilizar esa plancha :O
Gracias El Pablino. Regards Brian
ELE PODE ATÉ NÃO FUNCIONAR MAIS FICOU PERFEITO PELA SUA IDADE DE QUASE UM SÉCULO DE EXISTÊNCIA,PARABÉNS.
That funny in the end, thanks for sharing
Thanks Hussain Ali, I thought it would add a bit of humour to it. Glad you liked it. Regards Brian
There is no audio at the beggining!
Hi kkkllleee, I know some of the audio was too low, there was such alot of footage in this one with 100s of clips I adjusted the sound too much on some of them. Regards Brian
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So it's now a lamp?
Hi John, I guess it is. Ha. Regards Brian
Ficou simplesmente lindo!
Obrigado Indenilda Lopes, regards Brian
Excellent work
Thanks Syed, regards Brian
Stop motion... interesting.
Would alcohol service as a fuel?
Hi Walmartdog1142, It took a while for the vapor to form in the tank to produce a gas. Not sure how Alcohol would work in this case, it doesn't mention it in the manual. Regards Brian
No. This iron uses Naphtha/coleman fuel/gasoline. Alcohol has insufficient energy by volume. The orifice on the generator (the part that he broke with the lever) is sized to feed the correct volume spray into the combustion area.
I remember my grandmother had one..she used it for a door stop. lol
Hi George, I suppose it is wedge shaped after all. Lol. Regards Brian
Cor perfeita.
Thanks Daniel. Regards Brian
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That truly was unique, as are many of these restorations, but the flames in the body of the iron caught me off guard. Great work the iron, keep it up.
Thanks Paul, I wasn't expecting those flames either. I suppose once I find a regulator for it they should be smaller. Ha. Regards Brian
The iron turned out beautifully! You are a true artist!
Hi Sandra, glad you liked it. Regards Brian