Rare Lighter Restoration from World War II

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  • Опубліковано 11 лис 2021
  • Restoration of an EXTREMLY RARE lighter from World War II Battle of Bulge 1944. This was found near Bastogne and got a very special badge attached to it. This is the Holy Grail of war relics that I have restored. and yes I will make this relic VERY beautiful again.
    ABOUT THE RARE LIGHTER
    This is a very special war relic from the Battle of Bulge World War 2 in 1944-1945. I have bought it from a family who lives near Bastogne where the Battle of Bulge took place. I got this old lighter and many other cool relics with me home including a Medicine bag a helmet and the famous whiskey hip flask that I already have restored - See the video here: • EXTREMELY Rare Whisky ... .
    You can still go certain places in Europe and do some very cool World War 1 and World War 2 founds with and without metal detecting gear. There were millions of tons of military garbage and rare items left behind to be found.
    This item was found in the late 60’s early 70’s and brought to a barn where it has been contained together with a lot of other WW2 metal garbage, uniforms, helmets and other rusted materials. I was lucky to be able to buy a whole lot of relics from this family.
    THE RESTORATION PROCESS
    I was very curious about the badge who was attached to the lighter so I started cleaning this. When brushed off there was wings with a big A and some snakes and a needle maybe as old as World War I but I am not 100% sure. I have been told now by some of my subscribers from the US that it’s a WWII US Army Officer Ambulance Corps Medical Department Collar Insignia badge.
    I heated the lighter to remove the Ambulance Corps Medical badge which were soldered to the lighter and there after I removed all screws. They were hard to remove I had to use force and some flames to get things apart.
    I sandblasted the lighter using a mix of glass beads and baking soda and after the sandblasting I grinded the lighter with 1000, 1500 and 2000 grit. I polished it blank and added all the small parts again. I equipped it with a new cap for the wick since the old one seems to be missing. I used my metal lathe and I used brass to match the material used on the rest of this war relic. I also added new wick, cotton and a new flint spring to ensure that it will lit.
    The beautiful Ambulance Corps Medical badge was cleaned in vinegar and 40% alcohol before it was attached to the lighter again.
    I hope that you enjoy this restoration video as much as I did. Please subscribe if you want to see more cool upcoming projects 🙂 And DON’T FORGET TO SEE my RARE Whisky Hip flask Restoration - • EXTREMELY Rare Whisky ... - This come from the same batch as this cigarette lighter.
    Thanks for watching my channel. See you soon.
    Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin

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  • @AwesomeRestorations
    @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +277

    In this video I restore a very rare and special lighter probably from the World War II Battle of Bulge - Please let me know what you think! 👍 And DON’T FORGET TO SEE my RARE Whisky Hip flask Restoration - ua-cam.com/video/_Qjp5V5rWkg/v-deo.html - Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin

    • @user-ql2wc5nu2q
      @user-ql2wc5nu2q 2 роки тому +9

      Привет!🤝👍👍❤️

    • @juanelreal4303
      @juanelreal4303 2 роки тому +6

      Saludos desde 🇲🇽🇲🇽México Hermosillo sonora🇲🇽🇲🇽

    • @askerzeynal8638
      @askerzeynal8638 2 роки тому +1

      C* C* C * C C * C* * C* C* C* C*
      ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

    • @vanersa24
      @vanersa24 2 роки тому +6

      Pekerjaan yang sangat hebat, luar biasa 👍👍👍👍

    • @guss147
      @guss147 2 роки тому +6

      супер 👍

  • @varghesethomas9158
    @varghesethomas9158 2 роки тому +532

    That "A with wings" means army medicals

    • @tristanflynn4014
      @tristanflynn4014 2 роки тому +12

      Funny how they chose the wrong symbol for the medical Corp.

    • @jeffreyphillips9303
      @jeffreyphillips9303 2 роки тому +12

      A wings Means Army "ambulance"

    • @alexandrupantea6576
      @alexandrupantea6576 2 роки тому +21

      @@jeffreyphillips9303 actually it comes from Administration. MS was Medical Specialist, D dentist and so on. And i think the letters were black on gold.

    • @jeffreyphillips9303
      @jeffreyphillips9303 2 роки тому +5

      @@tristanflynn4014 Its not the wrong symbol at all...

    • @adrianjnovak8182
      @adrianjnovak8182 2 роки тому +33

      The insignia is Medical Administration Department est in 1907. Almost all Dr's and field medics carried this lighter.

  • @shawnbyers9862
    @shawnbyers9862 2 роки тому +154

    Another amazing restoration. Thank you for sharing it with us, This caduceus was for a member of the US Army Medical Administrative Corps.

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +16

      thanks for your comment I am glad you liked it :)

    • @bikikokurokawa1757
      @bikikokurokawa1757 2 роки тому +3

      I spent about 20 minutes googling to find this information... 🤣 Then I googled your channel, found this vid to pass it on, only to miss the boat by a day. Oh well!

    • @MrCardcon2
      @MrCardcon2 2 роки тому +2

      @@AwesomeRestorations It's an Ambulance Corps. Med Department pin.

    • @Raven_Enforcer
      @Raven_Enforcer 4 місяці тому

      ​@@MrCardcon2 The A means Administration.

  • @Huffnutz17
    @Huffnutz17 Рік тому +12

    My grandfather was in the 99th Infantry and was wounded in the Battle of the Bulge. This is incredible, thank you for sharing!

  • @user-tf5zy8qk1n
    @user-tf5zy8qk1n Рік тому +7

    You're doing great. Restoring antiques is not only a hobby, but also a deepening into history. It's very interesting to watch your videos.

  • @jmleeinla
    @jmleeinla 2 роки тому +98

    As usual you’ve completed an incredible restoration. You’ve brought M. Johnson back from the dead. We know and have said his name. He is being remembered by thousands of people all over the world. Thank you for your extreme care when working on these amazing pieces. Especially on Veterans Day here in the USA. Wouldn’t it be cool if you were to find the family of Mr. Johnson??

    • @ebridgewater
      @ebridgewater 2 роки тому +6

      There must only be a few (hundred?) million of them 👍🏻

    • @doglips6630
      @doglips6630 2 роки тому +12

      I’m not saying it wouldn’t be difficult as Johnson is the 2nd most common family name in the US (as mustard guy points out 👍).. per census data, 3500 or so of the 500k US troops involved in the battle of the bulge should be named Johnson.
      I believe that’s the insignia of an officer in the ambulance corps, so if you take it at face value then there shouldn’t be too many M. Johnson’s to track down.
      AR- great job on the restoration, it’s a beauty.

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +16

      thanks a lot for your comments. I don't think it would be easy to find the original owner

    • @jorgeandreszanocchi6485
      @jorgeandreszanocchi6485 2 роки тому +3

      I agree 100%. My deep respect to all Veterans. As I always say, no matter on which side we fought or what war it was.

    • @sardonic_smile_8752
      @sardonic_smile_8752 2 роки тому +4

      @@AwesomeRestorations Perhaps, contacting the "Military Times" the newspaper of the US Armed Forces, they could seek out records with their journalist "authority" and track the family down. It might make for a good article.
      Just a suggestion.
      Very nice selection and sanding. I do like your taste in tools. Isn't "Kingfisher" an Indian beer?

  • @FranklinClinton1
    @FranklinClinton1 2 роки тому +55

    I think we can all confirm that the war has tried a lot of suffering, but also a lot of what we no longer know. The video is a good example with many worth knowing e.g. how all this works and what effort it has cost. Warm greetings from Germany 🇩🇪

  • @MetalRestorationBho
    @MetalRestorationBho 2 роки тому +78

    Big Fan Bro Big Fan♥️
    This is a masterpiece. Congratulation from Vietnam.😉👍🍺

  • @FlynDirty1
    @FlynDirty1 2 роки тому +61

    I watch you restore and it makes my mind race, where was it bought, who’s used it, how many times was it lost, what it’s seen, what it’s been through, how many times it was used, what it’s lit……. The list goes on and on. But all in all it’s a simple lighter. Is it an Airborne Corpsman or nurse? Simply beautiful!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +14

      Thanks for watching and for sharing your knowledge and experience I really appreciate it 😉 im having the same thoughts every time I restore a new object 👍

    • @maxboonkittypoison
      @maxboonkittypoison 2 роки тому +4

      From 1974 and back the soldiers got mre 24 hour combat. Inside whas a package of 5 sigarettes. most likely they smoked these sigarettes. Also there raincoats where half tents made of canvas. And they used turpentine and beeswax to waterproof there canvas so they would've need a lighter to warm up this solution. And they needed too cook there meal and there coffee. Every soldier had matches but they wanted a lighter instead. They would've used wasbenzine or gas for there lighters back in those days. Hope this helps. Greetings,, Kitty.

  • @datzansuXx
    @datzansuXx 2 роки тому +7

    the letter shows what function one had in the medical department , for example "D" for dentist, "S" for sanitary and "A" for Administrative

  • @grettagirl2884
    @grettagirl2884 2 роки тому +174

    Martin, your attention to detail is so noticeable (the US soldier figure in the cupboard, the Airborne torch can etc), the care and almost a reverence you have for someone's memories is beautiful and so refreshing to see in the 'disposable' world 🌎 we find ourselves. I have often wondered how you get/find your items to restore. Do people send you things to restore for them? Do you search for things where you live? As always may friend, thank you for a wonderful restoration of this historic piece! ❤

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +46

      Thanks so much I am glad you notice all the small details :) sometimes people ask if I am interested in receiving a certain thing. A few times I have accepted but otherwise I find my projects either on different shops or through contact persons or when travelling :)

    • @grettagirl2884
      @grettagirl2884 2 роки тому +17

      @@AwesomeRestorations you know, after I'd posted 📫 my comment/question, I read your Description of your video. I'm a bit embarrassed 😳 😔 to admit that I'd forgotten how well a Description of every video you upload, you write ✍ 😀. Forgotten perhaps because no one does this as thoroughly and accurate as you do. No one. It just adds to my admiration of you as a creator, Martin! Even with a whopping 5+ million Subscribers, you still reply to us, write detailed descriptions of your videos 📹 and give Channel stickers on comments.
      Please know, Martin, you really are the best 👌!

    • @franortegagil4511
      @franortegagil4511 2 роки тому

      C ,

    • @andreinovac4542
      @andreinovac4542 2 роки тому +3

      I'd also like to mention the excellently discreet nod to Band of Brothers - VAT 69 was the whiskey referenced in that fabulous series about soldiers from the Airborne Division who parachuted into France on D Day!
      Hats off to you, Martin!

  • @SergeyChupyrin
    @SergeyChupyrin 2 роки тому +13

    А я, честно говоря даже прослезился....😢 Когда Вы в конце видео показали инициалы этого Солдата, и когда игрушка/солдатик подмигнул!!!!!! Замечательная и Искустная работа!!! А подход к видео/съёмке вообще завораживает!!!Я бы даже назвал это не видео/съёмка, а Кино съёмка!!!! Действительно маленький короткометражный фильм!!!!!! Вы Мастер с Большой Буквы!!!! Спасибо!!!! Всем Человекам только Добра!!!! 🤘😉🤘🇷🇺

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +3

      thank you so much :)

    • @SylvanasCry
      @SylvanasCry 9 місяців тому

      "Всем Человекам только Добра!!!!" русские и добро не могут находиться в одном предложении.

  • @Socrates21stCentury
    @Socrates21stCentury 2 роки тому +1

    Nice job, thank you for preserving the history !!!

  • @mindsprawl
    @mindsprawl 2 роки тому +51

    The caduceus is the staff carried by Hermes in Greek mythology and consequently by Hermes Trismegistus in Greco-Egyptian mythology. The same staff was also borne by heralds in general, for example by Iris, the messenger of Hera. It is a short staff entwined by two serpents, sometimes surmounted by wings

    • @tristanflynn4014
      @tristanflynn4014 2 роки тому +12

      That is the staff of Hermes, called a Caduceus. The American Military chose that symbol for their medical wing, not really knowing what it actually represented. It's actually a symbol of thieves and gamblers, amongst other things.
      The Rod of Asclepius is a single staff, with a single snake coiled around it. That is a true symbol of healing and medicine. It is used in most professional medicine areas as a symbol. The Caduceus is used mostly in private and corporate ones as it is a cool looking symbol.

    • @BeardDaddyGrimm
      @BeardDaddyGrimm 2 роки тому +2

      @Mette B I hope your joking but incase your not, Army the A stands for Army 🤦‍♂️

    • @jeffreyphillips9303
      @jeffreyphillips9303 2 роки тому +2

      @Mette B Ambulance

    • @jeffreyphillips9303
      @jeffreyphillips9303 2 роки тому +2

      @@BeardDaddyGrimm No it doesn't , It stands for Ambulance, although it is an Army Pin

    • @jeffreyphillips9303
      @jeffreyphillips9303 2 роки тому +2

      @@BeardDaddyGrimm N for Nurse, V for Veternary, D for Dentist, S for Sanitary. All are Army Pins

  • @Metalman200xdamnit
    @Metalman200xdamnit 2 роки тому

    You,Sir,are a Master of your craft. It is satisfying to see old relics get new life and that lighter would be a lot more rugged than today's lighters.

  • @Bsquaredplus2
    @Bsquaredplus2 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful restoration as always! The attention to detail and care you put into this work is a perfect show of respect to the brave men who fought the tyranny of fascism.

    • @AbraCassandraPlays
      @AbraCassandraPlays 2 роки тому +2

      Yes and when people actually knew what the definition of the word meant as well : ) Good old days.

  • @mnhoss2100
    @mnhoss2100 2 роки тому +35

    Very cool. And respectful to those whom may have passed when Mr.Johnson lost his lighter.
    All wars suck, we must remember them and learn to respect one another around the world as you do Martin.
    Thank you!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +4

      thank you so much for your comment :)

    • @krisaaron5771
      @krisaaron5771 2 роки тому +3

      My father was a postal investigator for the US Army during WWII, and spent most of the war in Europe. A German officer surrendered -- along with several of his enlisted men -- and Dad (who was a major) made sure they were treated respectfully until they could be sent to a POW camp. The officer gave him a chrome luger automatic (I think it belonged to a Nazi officer and had been traded to the army officer) in thanks for Dad's help.
      I'm sure there was a lot more to the story; my father told us very little about his wartime experiences, but he cherished his souvenirs from the four years he served.
      Thank you for the respect you gave the lighter and the soldier who carried it. As Mark Knopfler wrote in one of his greatest songs, we are fools to make war on our brothers in arms.

  • @nickmaylock94
    @nickmaylock94 2 роки тому +73

    Как всегда наслаждение для глаз и для ушей. Спасибо!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +9

      thank you so much :)

    • @ne_puzer
      @ne_puzer 2 роки тому +3

      Так 1 мировой или 2 мировой?????

    • @alehkovalek342
      @alehkovalek342 2 роки тому

      Зажигалкой которая изготовлена во времена первой мировой войне , пользовались во времена второй мировой.
      К примеру у меня есть рабочие Австрийские и Английские зажигалки 20-30х годов прошлого века .

  • @alkisanastasopoulos4108
    @alkisanastasopoulos4108 2 роки тому +1

    Cant get enough of your videos.... You have taken it to a whole different level my friend! Greetings from Greece! 🇬🇷

  • @scandinavianheinz5725
    @scandinavianheinz5725 2 роки тому +1

    It's really cool how many items you have found to restore! It's like treasure hunting! You are very patient with genuine skill. This is a great lighter, great job!!!🥰

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +2

      Yes it's very cool that people sell those things to me 👌 thatnk you for watching 👍

  • @helensmith2839
    @helensmith2839 2 роки тому +6

    Im sure Veteran M. Johnson is thrilled to see you fixed his beloved lighter. It is truly amazing what you do Martin thank you for sharing kind sir♥️👍🔥

  • @acleray
    @acleray 2 роки тому +3

    Respect to you "AR" on behalf of the millions who died in past conflicts. 'We Will Remember Them.'

  • @digitalfootballer9032
    @digitalfootballer9032 2 роки тому

    I'd say this is your best work, but every time I say that, you just top yourself again and amaze everyone. I particularly like this one because I love old lighters, as well as WWII history. Absolutely beautiful, and a great tribute to all the brave men who fought to preserve freedom!

  • @zachevans27
    @zachevans27 2 роки тому +1

    This is, without a doubt, the coolest and most badass UA-cam channel there is. You always amaze. Keep up the great work on 2022! Happy New Year!!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and for you VERY kind words Zach.... I really appreciate it 👍🏻glad that you like my channel :)

  • @fernandoburghi3743
    @fernandoburghi3743 2 роки тому +42

    This video shows to us the respect and spirit of restoration, keeping all history of this lighter... congrats... Awesome Restoration with sure.

  • @travelingmonkslife9560
    @travelingmonkslife9560 2 роки тому +51

    The “in-workshop” transportation cracked me up 🤣. Good to see the fridge is restocked 👍

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +9

      Glad you liked that part - and yes my beer situation is quite good at the moment 🍻👍 cheers

    • @ssrprashant91
      @ssrprashant91 2 роки тому +2

      @@AwesomeRestorations i see u have a good Indian beer too. Kingfisher ;)

    • @MrHomeduck
      @MrHomeduck 2 роки тому +1

      Haha yes, I loved this as well 🤣 a necessity, of course.

  • @sayantanchatterjee2195
    @sayantanchatterjee2195 2 роки тому +1

    I am in hostel for the first time in my life, these videos made me feel at home 🏠🏠🏡😍

  • @randym.2628
    @randym.2628 2 роки тому +2

    To all the Vets awesome for your service👍

  • @TNTREND
    @TNTREND 2 роки тому +15

    *Awesome Video* 😍

    • @kimbrey65
      @kimbrey65 2 роки тому +1

      It's a medical symbol. More specifically, it's a symbol for the American Medical Association. He may have been a doctor, nurse or something along that line, given the symbols on his lighter.

  • @restoration-restore-repair
    @restoration-restore-repair 2 роки тому +70

    i love your recovery video

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +7

      thanks a lot :)

    • @alexvenda
      @alexvenda 2 роки тому +1

      Voltei o final do vídeo, várias vezes, o soldado americano com isqueiro reformado e piscada de olhos foi surpreendente, muito show 😉⛑️ *Alex Brasil*

  • @alexanderleach3365
    @alexanderleach3365 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely incredible. A lighter that once belonged to a medic of the legendary 101st Airborne at the Battle of the Bulge.

  • @gregoryaparker
    @gregoryaparker 2 роки тому +1

    The winking eye was hilarious...lol.

  • @francescag.5467
    @francescag.5467 2 роки тому +3

    Absolutely fantastic! We will never forget the Band of Brothers who fighted in Bastogne and all around Europe during WWII. ❤

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      thank you so much Francesca - no they were true heroes ❤

    • @brunoLKl7
      @brunoLKl7 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah, when I saw the Airborne badge then already remembered Easy Company soldiers (from band of brothers).

  • @andymiller5611
    @andymiller5611 2 роки тому +5

    Another amazing video, Martin! Your skills and the reverance you show this lighter, as with all your other items, sets you apart from the myriad of other restoration channels!
    Keep up this fantastic work, dude!
    Hails from the UK! 🍻🤘💜

  • @zipshed
    @zipshed 2 роки тому +7

    That turned out really beautiful! I digging the coolers you've added to the shop and fully stocked of course!!! I also have to tell you the winking medic is a damned fine touch...I love it!!!

  • @flamurtarivlora1077
    @flamurtarivlora1077 2 роки тому

    As always your work is amazing!! Restored to perfection
    Thanks again Martin 👍

  • @dennisfeldmann7399
    @dennisfeldmann7399 2 роки тому +4

    HE'S Back!!! Awesome video great way to start my Friday. Yesterday was Veterans Day here in the USA great way to give thanks to those who gave all!!!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Dennis, very cool that you have a Veterans Day honoring all those who gave so much to other ❤ glad you liked the video

  • @NoSmokeTV
    @NoSmokeTV 2 роки тому +4

    Watching your videos is a stress reliever.

  • @danimbertson4948
    @danimbertson4948 2 роки тому +1

    One of the very best restoration videos I have seen, great job, keep up the awesome work.

  • @couragebuff5060
    @couragebuff5060 2 роки тому

    I love that you have a Medic in your cupboard because you are basically a Medic for old things.

  • @gtingaming716
    @gtingaming716 2 роки тому +3

    Beautiful work again, such a pleasure to watch a skilled craftsman putting so much care and love into something.

  • @RuthlessGaming5849
    @RuthlessGaming5849 2 роки тому +6

    My Friday is complete now! Thank you sir, beautiful job!

  • @sammyjustine3757
    @sammyjustine3757 2 роки тому +1

    this is literally so relaxing at the end of the day 😴 love your work!! ❤️❤️

  • @JuuksZanezi
    @JuuksZanezi 2 роки тому

    Perfect as always! I really love your work, the best in the business indeed!

  • @ItsManley
    @ItsManley 2 роки тому +7

    Every video is amazing! I love seeing these restorations. I did see the soldier face 👀 who else caught it? That soldier wink at the end scared me 😂🤦

  • @tctc8578
    @tctc8578 2 роки тому +10

    That turned out beautifully!! It’s amazing the quality of build back in the day, compared to all the cheaply made consumables these days! Excellent restoration 👍👏🙏

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      thanks a lot :)

    • @gattosquad2241
      @gattosquad2241 2 роки тому

      Actually i think based on how consistent every item he restores looks it's dramatically more likely he's faking the rust etc using chemicals. It's convenient how many items that are HIGHLY corroded seem to have almost no corrosion damage once he cleans them, almost like he just dunks them in a solution for a week or two.
      Fine detail does not survive 3mm of accumulated corrosion or the conditions required to get it there.

  • @Chazbridge
    @Chazbridge 2 роки тому

    As always Martin, you do beautiful work! Turned out phenomenal!!

  • @justinreiter
    @justinreiter 2 роки тому

    Dude! Your video production is fantastic. By far the best and most entertaining restorations on the internet. Well done. Looking forward to a full tour of the new shop. Cheers!

  • @Vsevidyashee_Oko
    @Vsevidyashee_Oko 2 роки тому +28

    Крутое видео! Спасибо огромное. Как я и думал, это зажигалка медицинского солдата. И даже с инициалами.
    Еще одна частичка большой войны восстановлена для истории.
    Как говорили в СССР - Никто не забыт, ничто не забыто. ✌️👍💪

  • @eualvarorosa
    @eualvarorosa 2 роки тому +6

    The smile on my face every time I see you posted a new vídeo!

  • @JCetto.2612
    @JCetto.2612 2 роки тому

    Awesome restoration as usual, Martin! Really awesome!
    Love each and everyone of your videos. Greetings all the way from Lima, Perú!

  • @losdawg6265
    @losdawg6265 2 роки тому

    Your talent is unrivaled. I’m in constant amazement of your work, sir!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉

  • @davemagee
    @davemagee 2 роки тому +4

    Amazing restoration my friend the respect you treat every object you restore is one of the reasons I watch you work.
    The army Medic in the cupboard is a bit of a clue to the insignia.
    Keep up the awesome work.
    All the best from NZ 🇳🇿

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому

      thanks so much Dave for your comment I really appreciate it :)

  • @chriswitt2596
    @chriswitt2596 2 роки тому +3

    Another amazing restoration video and humorous at the same time. Love the cart. I had to stop in the middle of packing to move to watch this video. Kicked my feet up on the sofa and took a break. Well worth it.

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it thanks a lot Chris. Good luck with the packing and moving :)

  • @robewalk2
    @robewalk2 2 роки тому

    Another beautiful restoration Martin to a piece of history. I'm recovering from shoulder replacement surgery and nothing makes it feel better than watching an example of your artistry and craftsmanship Martin. Cheers'💖 👍 🍻 ✌

  • @user-ki6qr3fi2y
    @user-ki6qr3fi2y 2 роки тому

    Thank you for your hard work. The lighter who has been waiting for decades for the owner to come back is now revived! It's a great video. I watch it in Japan all the time.

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      thank you so much for your comment. Greetings from Sweden :)

  • @juanjosanjuan2329
    @juanjosanjuan2329 2 роки тому +3

    It will be strange because of the wrong emblem, the caduceus of Mercury was not a medical emblem, it is the rod of Aesculapius, the correct one.

  • @ambrest95
    @ambrest95 2 роки тому +140

    Отличная работа!) Лайк!)

    • @AkopianDIY
      @AkopianDIY 2 роки тому +3

      Да, автор проделал колоссальную работу!

    • @PuVladimirovich
      @PuVladimirovich 2 роки тому +4

      Зажигательную шайбу тоже нужно было обновить

  • @Sp00ny97
    @Sp00ny97 2 роки тому

    Can't stress this enaugh, this is just mesmerizing to watch ! Thank you for your content

  • @scottscott7801
    @scottscott7801 2 роки тому

    Thank you for bringing back the past for people who severed! I video effects just add an even more appreciation with what you do! The new life you restore to them. I'm always awaiting to see more videos of anything you work on! People have noted things "that you did wrong" with past projects I really don't care what they say they just make me laugh. You stay doing like you do! Well done. Absolutely love the humor, respect and the music at the end it just gives it such feeling to your work! Do not change any of it!👍👍👍👍

  • @Advanedu
    @Advanedu 2 роки тому +7

    Thanks for this awesome video, Martin.

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +7

      Thank you my friend - I guess that You have early access to all my videos 😉👌

    • @Advanedu
      @Advanedu 2 роки тому +2

      @@AwesomeRestorations Yeah, you're right, Martin. This is John, your Vietnamese translator. You sent me the links.

  • @Life_Of_Mine_
    @Life_Of_Mine_ 2 роки тому +5

    The art of restoring to life

  • @johnatkins1922
    @johnatkins1922 2 роки тому

    Again and again Martin, your skilled hands and ideas how to restore things is simply amazing.. Thanks Master for this beautiful video 🙏🙏

  • @InspiredJJ
    @InspiredJJ 2 роки тому +1

    Love the Band of Brothers reference. Nothing but the best Vat 69!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому

      thanks so much and glad you caught that reference :)

    • @victorrain
      @victorrain 2 роки тому

      He got it out of Winters’ foot locker. Only the best for Mrs. Nixon’s baby boy!

  • @Mankan569
    @Mankan569 2 роки тому +12

    As usual! I get teary-eyed. About how carefully you restore your items. And brings them back to life.
    The background music is spot on.

  • @user-ql2wc5nu2q
    @user-ql2wc5nu2q 2 роки тому +33

    Смотрю с огромным удовольствием 👍👍👍🇷🇺❤️ Ты реально крут 👍👍👍👍

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +3

      thank you so much :)

    • @user-xe4yb6ni3z
      @user-xe4yb6ni3z 2 роки тому +4

      Хоть один Русский попался

    • @niknik4499
      @niknik4499 2 роки тому +4

      @@user-xe4yb6ni3z не один))

    • @WHITE_RUS80
      @WHITE_RUS80 2 роки тому +8

      @@user-xe4yb6ni3z Нас тут Легион!☝😉

    • @Starscreamerer
      @Starscreamerer 2 роки тому +4

      @@WHITE_RUS80, вагон и маленькая тележка! 🍻🍻

  • @kirkbrooks9447
    @kirkbrooks9447 2 роки тому +1

    Another great video and restoration project! Your channel is like therapy, I love watching the progress of the job. It's very peaceful.

  • @gryffinity1134
    @gryffinity1134 2 роки тому +1

    Gotta love the 101! My sister’s last duty station before retirement was Ft. Campbell and now she’s a current resident of Clarksville, TN. I love how you incorporate different symbols and items that are related to the project in each video!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      thank you so much for your comment, she sounds like a really cool sister :)

    • @gryffinity1134
      @gryffinity1134 2 роки тому

      @@AwesomeRestorations She’s alright, I guess. 😂 But she served her country well!

  • @MarciaArizona
    @MarciaArizona 2 роки тому +12

    parabéns pela restauração e paciência, isso deve ter levado mais de uma semana para ficar concluído, o que me chamou atenção e que seu local de trabalho recebeu um belo upgrade ou seja esta mais organizado do que antes, podias um dia mostrar o seu mini museu com os objetos restaurados 😉

  • @spikewillow4552
    @spikewillow4552 2 роки тому +3

    Totally Awesome restoration dude ! Great piece, keep up the content

  • @frankbiz
    @frankbiz 2 роки тому

    Amazing job restoration! My dad was in the Battle of the Bulge in the Army, those were brave men and were of the greatest generation. Imagine if someone recognized that name and knew it was their relative!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      thanks for your comment Frank. We should all be very grateful for those brave men ❤

  • @goutamindian
    @goutamindian 2 роки тому

    What a restoration. I keep watching and watching.

  • @Dark-Trisya160
    @Dark-Trisya160 2 роки тому +3

    I love how you restore it back and make it so shiny, Martin. Btw I like how you add some details that we see in your video when you want to get a Lighter to heat that old Light We all see a toy soldier with a medic helmet in your tool cupboard. and when you sandblasted the lighter, we saw the face of a medic soldier there, and of course at the end of the video you showed the toy soldier we meant.... M. Johnson must be happy that you found and repaired his favorite lighter.

  • @marcyielloleao538
    @marcyielloleao538 2 роки тому +6

    Que bom vê mais um video de suas restaurações! Ficou incrível!

  • @johncookiedoee
    @johncookiedoee 2 роки тому

    So amazing!! always smile when you put up a new video!!!

  • @RobertoCloon
    @RobertoCloon 2 роки тому +1

    Keep making videos man! I enjoy a lot watching your job.

  • @mjs7172
    @mjs7172 2 роки тому +14

    The medical symbol with an A on the front is from the Medical Administrative Corps
    The soldiers name was M Johnson so should be relatively simple to find out who he was

    • @BolidaBeu
      @BolidaBeu 2 роки тому +1

      Do you have all info of this symbol series?
      I know the N is for the nurse. and others are?

    • @mjs7172
      @mjs7172 2 роки тому

      @@BolidaBeu upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/ea/%22Insignia_of_the_Army_of_the_United_States%22__-NARA-__514627.jpg

  • @VADS1994
    @VADS1994 2 роки тому +3

    Parabéns, meu amigo... Que restauração top! Incrível!

  • @aixelsyddan257
    @aixelsyddan257 2 роки тому

    Another AWESOME RESTORATION great job bringing history back to life. 👍

  • @bradbrown9722
    @bradbrown9722 2 роки тому

    This restoration is gonna blow your minds people! I’ve never seen anything like it before, so I’m watching it for the 2nd time ! It’s that good!!!

  • @user-ry9ml1cx8h
    @user-ry9ml1cx8h 2 роки тому +3

    As I always say on this channel, I like the sandblasting work scene the most!
    This is because when you look at sandblasting, you feel that your body and mind are sharpened and cleaned.

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much sandblasting is really relaxing to watch :)

  • @VeradonaRestoration
    @VeradonaRestoration 2 роки тому +48

    Thanks for the beautiful video Martine. I liked the cleaners you used for the lighter sign. Lol Thanks, Radek

  • @Bluerose09
    @Bluerose09 2 роки тому

    Beautiful restoration Martin!! The new cap looks great with the lighter! Also really loving the new work space!! Keep up the amazing work!

  • @yourstruly9271
    @yourstruly9271 2 роки тому

    Man with a big heart and so much hard work .love you so much you and your work❤️

  • @Eliane_Torres2023
    @Eliane_Torres2023 2 роки тому +4

    Magnífico trabalho. Assistindo pela segunda vez.

  • @carronyero1448
    @carronyero1448 2 роки тому +7

    When you add a "little squeeze" of WD-40 reminds me of when epic meal time used to cook with "a little" Jack Daniels.

  • @serhio4275
    @serhio4275 2 роки тому

    Your endings become greater and greater, what an epic music for such a piece of history. Keep doing what you can best!

  • @BimmerLife843
    @BimmerLife843 2 роки тому

    Absolutely amazing work

  • @doranjohnson2850
    @doranjohnson2850 2 роки тому +3

    I absolutely love the history ones; such a beautiful craftsman.
    Edit1; The insignia is the Staff of Hermes(Mercury), or The Caduceus,
    It has different meanings, depending how you go about it, but the symbol originated when Mercury tried to stop two serpents from fighting, the Staff was thrown and they intertwined.
    The "A" is for Army and given the lighter, medic.

  • @willgoated1178
    @willgoated1178 2 роки тому +5

    Satisfying good work, must be worth a lot 👀

  • @yudaifujii1171
    @yudaifujii1171 2 роки тому

    I feel so much respect. It made me really want to own one. Thanks, as always.

  • @mcfly0403
    @mcfly0403 2 роки тому

    Thx for keeping memory alive..

  • @SharpForceTrauma
    @SharpForceTrauma 2 роки тому +5

    Some poor medic lost his lighter, and was unable to light his smokes. A travesty, indeed

  • @fab78es25
    @fab78es25 2 роки тому +4

    Curto muito assistir seus vídeos! Parabéns!🇧🇷

  • @61espo
    @61espo 2 роки тому

    Outstanding work! World class restorations!

  • @alaaalsaher8012
    @alaaalsaher8012 2 роки тому +1

    Very classy work, my friend, long live the hands, you are a fountain of creativity

  • @aipilot6795
    @aipilot6795 2 роки тому +27

    To answer the question “do you know what this is?” - it’s a caduceus symbol which means the lighter was probably owned by a medic. I’m guessing the “A” is for Army
    Edit: or A for Airborne

    • @Johnanzuoni
      @Johnanzuoni 2 роки тому +5

      A is definitely Airborne. This is a WW1 tommy style trench lighter owned by a medic. Absolute beautiful piece of history .😍😍

    • @illeo74
      @illeo74 2 роки тому +1

      @@Johnanzuoni Yes, in the other side of the lighter there is a red cross (tipycal in army medical division)

    • @franckeland4920
      @franckeland4920 2 роки тому

      The A stands for Medical Administrative. I was given a few from a nurse that did service there and she told me what the A stood for. The A came in different enamel colours and meant different depending on the color, but I forgot that story.
      The lighter seemed like lost in that condition. You made magic with it 👍❤️
      Fantast

    • @Machtimus
      @Machtimus 2 роки тому

      Did you learn about that symbol from Black Dynamite too? Lol

    • @ezeerestorations4097
      @ezeerestorations4097 2 роки тому

      The A could be the company as in "Able" company.

  • @ktown4852
    @ktown4852 2 роки тому +3

    Love the new man cave / creative studio / work shop. Enjoyed your restoration of lighter. M.Johnson would be proud and happy to use/own lighter again.
    There’s always something mystical about your video’s, keeps me interested. Look forward to your next video. Cheers to that 🍺!!!

    • @AwesomeRestorations
      @AwesomeRestorations  2 роки тому +1

      thank you so much for your comment I really appreciate it :) cheers buddy 🍻

  • @user-ui1zt9cy4h
    @user-ui1zt9cy4h 2 роки тому

    Каждое видео,как шаг в историю! Порой смотриш,и сердце сжимается. Может и человека того нет. А память о нем ты восстоновил. Супер. Так держать! Жму руку!

  • @duyphongnguyencong8823
    @duyphongnguyencong8823 2 роки тому +1

    The lighters so beautiful.