Antique Watchmaker Vise - Restoration

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  • Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
  • In this video i'm restoring a very rusty and stuck antique watchmaker vise.
    Sometimes I spend a lot of time just scrolling through the antique section of eBay without seeing something not even close to be interesting. It was exactly this case a few weeks ago, but then all of a sudden this little watchmaker vise appeared. I knew right away that I want it. I really like the small size of it with all the details and the old school design, so I bought it for $20.
    It had really a lot of rust and I was sceptical at the beginning if I could get rid of all the pitting and put a nice mirror polish on it, because it is very thin at two spots. It turned out to not be a problem and it worked very well. The jaws themself looked still very good after removing the rust, I've only pu a little bluing liquid on them and that was it. The bolt and the wing nut on the other hand was a big issue on this project. The thread had way too much play, the thread in the nut was not straight and it was a non standart thread size. That means I had no tools to cut this exact thread. So I need to make at least a new bolt and put a same size metric standart thread on it. With this new thread the nut doesn't fit anymore on the new bolt. If I want to repair the wing nut, I'd have to close the old thread with welding and cut in the same metric thread as on the bolt. I talked to a professional welder to close this thread, but he told me that the diameter of the hole was too small compared to it's lenght to be able to close it, or it could be that he melts the whole nut while trying to weld it. For that reason I decided to make a new one. Even though it is just a simple wing nut, this part was one of the most complicated parts I've done for this channel so far, but it turned out perfectly. I also had to replace the wooden handle because it had some cracks and the holes have become too big.
    At the end it turned out very great in my opinion. With the polished steel, the polished brass and the stained wood it has a very classy look and I really like it.
    I hope you like my work and the video.
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 preview
    00:42 disassembling
    01:52 showing all the parts
    02:07 cleaning the parts with the parts washer
    02:32 removing the rust
    03:05 removing the bolt
    03:29 restoring the main part
    04:55 bluing the jaws of the main part
    05:16 polish the inside with selfmade tool
    05:41 explaining the issue with nut and bolt
    06:16 making a new bolt on the lathe and milling machine
    07:45 making a new wing nut on the lathe and milling machine
    10:58 restoring the small washer
    11:22 making a new wooden handle
    12:37 stain the wooden handle
    12:47 apply linseed oil on the wooden handle
    13:02 restore the brass ring
    13:30 restore the eye screw
    14:05 showing all the parts before reassembling
    14:19 reassembling
    15:16 showing the finished restoration
    16:08 final test
    Time and costs of this restoration:
    I was working on this project for 1 week
    $20 watchmaker vise
    $2 ash wood for the handle
    My camera:
    Panasonic HC-V180
    If you have any questions about the process, machines i'm using or other stuff, just ask me in the comments. I read them all and i try to reply as soon as possible.
    Sorry for my bad english, it's not my language. I try my best to improve my technical english.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 4,1 тис.

  • @iambee5876
    @iambee5876 4 роки тому +5918

    mm : bolt has too much play
    me : just say it
    mm : the nut is slanting
    me : just say it!
    mm : size is not standart
    me : just say it!!!!!
    mm : unfortunately i have no tools for that size
    me : just say it please!!!
    mm : i make a new one (with a standar bla bla )
    me : YES! YES! YES! Thank You! Thank You!

    • @iambee5876
      @iambee5876 4 роки тому +234

      omg my first pinned comment is from mm

    • @TheTekknician
      @TheTekknician 4 роки тому +81

      Same! I actually started clapping 😶🤣

    • @royothebuzz
      @royothebuzz 4 роки тому +38

      Exactly! Cheers

    • @thegamerfamily565
      @thegamerfamily565 4 роки тому +51

      When I first saw the tool I thought, there’s nothing to make. Ha! I couldn’t wait for him to say it.

    • @TaoCroatia
      @TaoCroatia 4 роки тому +18

      My first thought too

  • @DnCiak
    @DnCiak 4 роки тому +2108

    That "I make a new one" makes me smile everytime

    • @vungngoc2008
      @vungngoc2008 4 роки тому +5

      - DnCiak I love this part too

    • @miguelare3
      @miguelare3 4 роки тому +8

      Makes me giggle like a schoolgirl lol

    • @JORGEORTIZZ
      @JORGEORTIZZ 4 роки тому +14

      Me too lol
      The ability this man has to recreate/duplicate those parts it’s amazing

    • @cyberherbalist
      @cyberherbalist 4 роки тому +4

      Yep, I wait for it each time, myself!

    • @wesleytietjen1625
      @wesleytietjen1625 4 роки тому +2

      Even before watching his videos I’m asking myself, what will he have to make for this project?

  • @huache82
    @huache82 4 роки тому +738

    I feel this comment thread has confirmed that we all want a “I Make New One” T-shirts.

  • @mapperman999
    @mapperman999 4 роки тому +442

    It is actually a jeweler's hand vise. The purpose of the hole in the tension bolt is to allow wire to be passed through it. If you notice during the cleaning process, the base, inside curve has a hole that extends all the way through the long bolt that goes into the handle. The hole that had the hanging screw on the other end of the handle was there for that purpose, not to hang the tool.

    • @MrWeAllAreOne
      @MrWeAllAreOne 4 роки тому +37

      I was thinking the hole must have a purpose. I hope he reads your comment and drills the hole.

    • @Foxlawl
      @Foxlawl 3 роки тому +46

      The real LPT is in the comments. I knew the hole had to have some purpose, and that /someone/ would point it out.

    • @DMMDwrestler
      @DMMDwrestler 3 роки тому +6

      THIS

    • @user-ot1rf7nw6f
      @user-ot1rf7nw6f 3 роки тому +12

      respect! he is a real professional))) - he just ignored your comment)

    • @mapperman999
      @mapperman999 3 роки тому +5

      @SP Various gauges of precious metal wire are used during the making of jewelry.

  • @julieirons3193
    @julieirons3193 4 роки тому +93

    I just want you to know the amount of off-camera work you do is so appreciated because I know this takes a lot and takes up most of your time but it’s really helped me relax. Especially going under chemo treatments this legit takes my mind off of what I’m going through thank you for taking the time and effort into doing what you do. I love it! keep it up!!

  • @jw7692
    @jw7692 4 роки тому +608

    Making that wing nut is one of the most impressive things I've ever seen

    • @truemexican3358
      @truemexican3358 4 роки тому +28

      James W right when I saw he was going to make a new one I was like I need to see this haha my hat off to this dude he is Talented

    • @PeachIceCreamy
      @PeachIceCreamy 4 роки тому +10

      I agree. Very creative.

    • @ionracer24
      @ionracer24 4 роки тому +5

      Unbelievable right??

    • @NavidIsANoob
      @NavidIsANoob 4 роки тому +6

      Insane.

    • @thecool307
      @thecool307 4 роки тому +4

      @Yale Baker I don't think he custom made it, these cutting tips are made of carbide you can't make them easily they're meant to cut you need diamond tipped cutters and they are very very expensive.

  • @mMeFlora
    @mMeFlora 4 роки тому +341

    i know "i make a new one" is everyone's favourite thing, but i for one really respect that he always tries to use as much of the original as possible and only makes new parts if he really has to and there is no other way

    • @Silver_Turtle
      @Silver_Turtle 4 роки тому +19

      For MM, this is a hobby. I've found that for them, something like this is a labor of love. I also highly respect his desire to re-use as much of the original as possible; but I was eagerly anticipating those five magic words: "I make a new one."

    • @fantasick8880
      @fantasick8880 4 роки тому +4

      Well yeah, that’s kind of the point of restoration.

    • @MyroCraft
      @MyroCraft 4 роки тому

      @@Silver_Turtle very well written. I agree

    • @GugsGunny
      @GugsGunny 4 роки тому +1

      agreed, he could've bought a new screw eye but he restored the original

    • @cheeseburgerrunner5217
      @cheeseburgerrunner5217 4 роки тому

      mMeFlora agreed

  • @KorysRides
    @KorysRides 3 роки тому +6

    I love the fact that he took the time to polish a single original washer, instead of replacing it for the cost of probably one cent.

  • @samuelkofsky
    @samuelkofsky Рік тому +7

    I was raised in the wholesale watchmakers and jewelers supply business and the technical term we used for this tool was a "pin vice". They come in mighty handy for polishing pins. Some of these tools have a matching grove in the jaws that line up with the hole in the cross pin.

  • @broyout3586
    @broyout3586 4 роки тому +164

    I love how the process of 'making a new one' for the viewer involves: 1. bewilderment, how the heck is he going to do that?? 2. amazement at the steps, which all by them self seem so logical and straightforward once underway. 3. marvel at the endresult. 4. the realisation you just saw magic before your eyes, all shown in simple easy to follow steps.
    simply amazing.

  • @danielknight84
    @danielknight84 4 роки тому +256

    By far the best restoration channel. Just wish he uploaded more often. 🤔

    • @brucewayne4585
      @brucewayne4585 4 роки тому +34

      It takes so much time to do everything perfectly.

    • @danielknight84
      @danielknight84 4 роки тому +10

      Bruce Wayne
      Yeah that's a fair point. Imagine if he restored a car we'd be waiting years.

    • @jasonmorris7764
      @jasonmorris7764 4 роки тому +22

      @@danielknight84 I make a new one

    • @austint19
      @austint19 4 роки тому +2

      In the great words of Toy Story 2.... YOU CANT RUSH ART

    • @Anonymous-vh6kp
      @Anonymous-vh6kp 4 роки тому +2

      I'd rather wait longer for the high quality work.

  • @jamesralvarez
    @jamesralvarez 3 роки тому +21

    Man, if I had all the tools this guy had I’d still be terrible!

  • @danieloconnell695
    @danieloconnell695 Рік тому

    I’ve always known your process is so much more work than traditional manufacturing, but it hit harder watching you make one wing nut.

  • @toricz3389
    @toricz3389 4 роки тому +817

    this is why engineers have a constrained budget, give them unlimited resources and they go and make wing nuts

    • @thokari5848
      @thokari5848 4 роки тому +22

      I was wondering is this the suggested way to make those things? It seemed pretty wasteful, in terms of work and material.

    • @heartland96a
      @heartland96a 4 роки тому +25

      The old style wing nuts are not what can be found at a general hardware store now a days . Current ones are smaller ,they work but don't have the mass .

    • @balthazarnaylor5874
      @balthazarnaylor5874 4 роки тому +55

      Thokari the mass produced wind nuts are drop forged, drilled and tapped. Not machined. no mass produced parts like these are machined as my mechanic would do it. It takes way too long and wastes a ton of materials.

    • @thokari5848
      @thokari5848 4 роки тому +11

      @@balthazarnaylor5874 Thanks! Indeed the wastefulness of the process shown in this video had me wondering about this.

    • @tjallingkikkert5096
      @tjallingkikkert5096 4 роки тому +7

      Material is not wasted​@@balthazarnaylor5874​, soap like this, surely if it is sorted, is like money, it goes by the kilo and it will be sold. If I buy a tube of stainless steel the store will weigh it for the price. Way bigger costs, I'm just making an estimated guess now, is the price of the machines and men hours...

  • @duncanmcharg
    @duncanmcharg 4 роки тому +343

    G'day MM, I enjoy your restorations and the level of finish you bring things to :) I thought you would like to know that the hole in the bolt does have a function. It lines up with the hole in the bottom of the clamp, where it screws into the handle, and normally the hole would go all the way down through the length of handle so that you can feed long pieces of wire into it, just having the end you want to work on sticking out past the jaws.
    This was for filing tapered pins to hold old style clocks and watches together, and it meant that you didn't have to cut the wire into short lengths, file them, and then cut it to the right size and waste wire, you could just feed a long piece of wire up through the handle, file the pin, cut it off, feed the wire through a bit more, make the next pin etc.
    The hole in the vice bolt is also handy with shaping shorter things, like a long screw, as having the end of the piece in the hole in the vice bolt means that as you file or grind the item it can't wiggle side to side, and means the jaws don't have to be tightened up so much.
    Hope you found this interesting, and keep up the good work.
    Cheers
    Duncan

    • @jagitmax
      @jagitmax 4 роки тому +5

      i was going to tell him the same thing about what the hole in the bolt was used for, but i didn't want him to start crying . . . . just say'n.

    • @jessetheunending9357
      @jessetheunending9357 4 роки тому +10

      I figured it had a purpose for the repair process but I didn't know what that might be. Thanks for educating me!

    • @chinesemassproduction
      @chinesemassproduction 4 роки тому +18

      This should be the pinned comment

    • @freesanima
      @freesanima 4 роки тому +12

      Exactly... Even someone like me knows that every feature present in a tool has an use... Specially in old tool. Even more so in watchmaker's tool

    • @paulwomack5866
      @paulwomack5866 4 роки тому +7

      I came to say this, but you've said it perfectly. I suspect the eyebolt at the bottom of the handle may NOT be original, and that the handle may have been through-bored for long pieces.
      I have a similar vice, but solid metal (all one piece). The handle is bored right through

  • @grimoire9419
    @grimoire9419 3 роки тому +40

    I’m incredibly impressed by the wingnut manufacturing you did, that was amazing

  • @cpaigemcd
    @cpaigemcd 3 роки тому +5

    I swear I get a hit of serotonin every time I see, “I make a new one”

  • @michaelscott-joynt3215
    @michaelscott-joynt3215 4 роки тому +233

    "this is as close as I can get on the milling machine"
    *finishes polishing a superior copy*

    • @NicK-wq1fv
      @NicK-wq1fv 4 роки тому +3

      He meant that's as close as he could get on the lathe, then he continued with handheld files to improve it.

  • @hmmminteresting2451
    @hmmminteresting2451 4 роки тому +295

    I love his work, never cuts corners, very meticulous. Love watching.

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  4 роки тому +18

      Thank you very much :-)

    • @brucewayne4585
      @brucewayne4585 4 роки тому +17

      He does cut corners! Didn't you see the part with the end mill?

    • @seniortaco6813
      @seniortaco6813 4 роки тому +1

      @@mymechanics please never cut corners, its never worth it.

    • @Oldy87
      @Oldy87 4 роки тому +4

      @@brucewayne4585 Was gonna say.
      He cuts so many corners.

    • @yeagerxp
      @yeagerxp 4 роки тому +3

      @@Oldy87 How else is he expected to make things round. LOL

  • @sanjaykandukuri4904
    @sanjaykandukuri4904 3 роки тому +8

    It sparks joy when he says "I make a new one" 🥰🤩

  • @UnknownAbyss744
    @UnknownAbyss744 2 роки тому +4

    More people should watch this cause it's actually pretty cool to watch a person take something that looks unrepairable and makes it into something good again like dang it's kinda inspirational to

  • @cyn_na_mini
    @cyn_na_mini 4 роки тому +542

    I'm new here and I love "I make a new one" but would love to know if anyone else gets absolutely GIDDY when he polishes something? Every time, I think to myself "no way am I gonna be surprised with how extremely shiny it's gonna get this time" and each time, the shininess explodes my brain. I'm a simple crow. I see shiny, I lose my mind.

    • @rinfeast3445
      @rinfeast3445 4 роки тому +8

      I think that would make you a magpie

    • @randomalienfrommars0567
      @randomalienfrommars0567 4 роки тому +9

      totally can relate. i feel like a very human shaped niffler sometimes

    • @adamgarcia4825
      @adamgarcia4825 4 роки тому +11

      I see him touch anything metal and i just scream OKAY BUT POLISH IT

    • @thecool307
      @thecool307 4 роки тому +6

      I used to watch restoration videos and every time I see blueing or blacking with oil or painting I cringe and I'm like "but whyyy you ruined it Polish it!!!" 😬

    • @kidv2
      @kidv2 4 роки тому +2

      Yes totally! So satisfying to watch the amazing skills

  • @sb859
    @sb859 4 роки тому +124

    My Mechanics: "Thank you for watching."
    Me: No, "THANK YOU for restoring!"

  • @WorshipShed
    @WorshipShed 3 роки тому +4

    You have no idea how satisfying it is to hear you say "I make a new one"

  • @willaiml
    @willaiml 3 роки тому +2

    The hole you excluded from the original allows longer parts to pass through the main bolt. You do absolutely beautiful work I am jealous of your talent! It’s a wonderful thing to bring an old tool back to life!

  • @Uncle-Bull
    @Uncle-Bull 4 роки тому +21

    These are like a bed time story.
    Once upon a time there was this great thing, but over the years it was neglected and eventually set-aside. Then, our hero finds it, fixes it, and all is right with the Kingdom again.

  • @grannyflatgarage7599
    @grannyflatgarage7599 4 роки тому +182

    The hole in the bolt does have a function! You nearly found it at the end of the video, when you put a long thin part in the vice (like the bolt you ground) it stops it twisting in the jaws!
    Great video!

    • @green4green
      @green4green 4 роки тому +6

      This needs to be higher. Makes complete sense now.

    • @grannyflatgarage7599
      @grannyflatgarage7599 4 роки тому

      @@green4green Glad it helped, do replies make it higher?

    • @green4green
      @green4green 4 роки тому +1

      @@grannyflatgarage7599 not sure ... Hopefully?

    • @Rickbearcat
      @Rickbearcat 4 роки тому +3

      Funny how your comment hasn't gotten a "heart", yeah? Of course, the hole had a purpose. Otherwise, why would it be there in the original? He did zero research for this tool. Fact is, he now knows this and is embarrassed to give you a hearted comment.

    • @deluna8123
      @deluna8123 4 роки тому +9

      @@Rickbearcat LOL you're upset that he didn't get a heart on his comment? Are you serious?

  • @Rev-D1963
    @Rev-D1963 3 роки тому +1

    This video showed up several times on my start page, but I hesitated to watch it, figuring it would be boring. Instead, I witnessed one of the finest bits of precision milling and restoration work I've ever seen! Bravo young man, and thank you for your incredible work! Rev. D.

  • @toninocars
    @toninocars 2 роки тому +4

    Your restorations are next level, like to watch how you turn old rusty tools into a modern art 👌👍

  • @szpynda
    @szpynda 4 роки тому +45

    Imagine how My Mechanic restores a vintage car. The Best Series for HBO or Netflix.

    • @chandlermorris712
      @chandlermorris712 4 роки тому +11

      It'd by a 10 year long series.

    • @smccartney3015
      @smccartney3015 4 роки тому +25

      This car doesn't run. I make a new one

    • @latenightwolf
      @latenightwolf 4 роки тому

      S McCartney lol

    • @eagle1de227
      @eagle1de227 4 роки тому +2

      i already saw someone like mymechanics do it once. He then called it " Delorean " ...

    • @anderzzzzz
      @anderzzzzz 4 роки тому

      "The flux capacitor is broken"

  • @ElTurbinado
    @ElTurbinado 4 роки тому +254

    You know what they say: When you've got a lathe, every problem looks like a cylinder, lol.

    • @valentinkassimov7555
      @valentinkassimov7555 4 роки тому +2

      What do they say when they have a milling machine?

    • @MyroCraft
      @MyroCraft 4 роки тому +2

      can do without machine tools

    • @BM-si2ei
      @BM-si2ei 4 роки тому +10

      @@valentinkassimov7555 Nothing, there are no problems at that point.

  • @carlosaoun2486
    @carlosaoun2486 Рік тому +1

    It is unbelievable... this guy is much more than mechanics. He turns tools into master pieces.

  • @jaeboogie9
    @jaeboogie9 3 роки тому

    The way you "make a new one" of those wing nuts was a sight to watch!

  • @TheDovahkiin05
    @TheDovahkiin05 4 роки тому +132

    Everyone talking about how exciting "I make a new one" is and I'm over here getting pumped every time he countersinks a hole

    • @adambingham1986
      @adambingham1986 4 роки тому +1

      Countersink is the best invention ever...

    • @bastiatboi4510
      @bastiatboi4510 4 роки тому

      @@adambingham1986 eh I can think of a few better than a countersink lmao

    • @adambingham1986
      @adambingham1986 4 роки тому

      @@bastiatboi4510 to true

    • @caedes5728
      @caedes5728 4 роки тому +1

      bmfg, wait until you see a back countersink tool! 😜

    • @philliphagerman7985
      @philliphagerman7985 4 роки тому

      @@caedes5728 is that the name of that crazy poke through tool he uses in the coffee grinder video?!?

  • @AntonioPerez-hv1lp
    @AntonioPerez-hv1lp 2 роки тому

    DEFINITELY! Without words! You are the best in UA-cam talking about restorations! CONGRATS BROTHER from Mexico City!:).😎

  • @thomasvivian8532
    @thomasvivian8532 3 роки тому

    Every time I watch the rusted, dilapidated and damaged tools get new lease of life with the toil of your hands, I say Thanks to God! I appreciate your meticulous and committed work! God bless you!

  • @HandToolRescue
    @HandToolRescue 4 роки тому +580

    Well done on that wing nut! Congrats on 1mil as well!

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  4 роки тому +103

      It is just a nut, but this was for sure one of the most complicated parts i've made for this channel. Thank you very much :-)

    • @Kingrhem.
      @Kingrhem. 4 роки тому +13

      You could gave easily bought one
      but where is the fun in that

    • @szpynda
      @szpynda 4 роки тому +10

      In Polish, this screw is called Butterfly.

    • @Mariano.Bernacki
      @Mariano.Bernacki 4 роки тому +9

      @@szpynda Same in Spanish "tuerca mariposa" = wing nut

    • @butchjohnson3159
      @butchjohnson3159 4 роки тому +18

      I am waiting for him to get a smelt and start processing raw ore, then casting the steel bars. Love the channel!!!

  • @yigitatalaytez3124
    @yigitatalaytez3124 4 роки тому +217

    This guy is the embodiment of the word “precision”

    • @antiphlex
      @antiphlex 4 роки тому +7

      Well, he is Swiss, I believe. It's in their blood.

    • @Sak-zo1ui
      @Sak-zo1ui 4 роки тому +1

      Sometimes I don’t believe he does as best as he could to restoring things. For instance the hole in the bolt. There was a reason it is there. We may not know why but there is a reason.

    • @Sak-zo1ui
      @Sak-zo1ui 4 роки тому

      Also, I hate how he polishes everything. Machined metal is how this stuff came. Leave it that way. Just my opinion.

    • @antiphlex
      @antiphlex 4 роки тому +10

      @@Sak-zo1ui I like it. Whether it came that way or not is irrelevant. The point is that he shows care in his restoration efforts. Anyone can just leave it. He doesn't. Like it or not, his attention to that sort of detail has garnered him a sizable following, and that's a good thing.

    • @Sak-zo1ui
      @Sak-zo1ui 4 роки тому +1

      Yakov Gaudofshmansky i understand. My point is he was not very precise/accurate in his restorations. Yes he is more precise than accurate but still you get my point.

  • @sharpe427
    @sharpe427 3 роки тому

    The best part if the videos is watching him manufacture nuts, bolts, washers and screws. Even when you watch it, you can't believe it!

  • @glenns6923
    @glenns6923 3 роки тому +5

    Your talents amaze me! Thank you for sharing all what you do!

  • @ClinkClank
    @ClinkClank 4 роки тому +584

    “This is as close as I can get” ...

    • @zoltanurmosi1143
      @zoltanurmosi1143 3 роки тому +9

      I'm speechless, I have no speech. (George Costanza)

    • @markhodgson2348
      @markhodgson2348 3 роки тому +2

      @@zoltanurmosi1143 haha all in the edit

    • @fetusman2248
      @fetusman2248 3 роки тому

      It's far from exact, if you ask me...

    • @fetusman2248
      @fetusman2248 3 роки тому +1

      But, after sanding... looks good.

    • @Leonideez
      @Leonideez 3 роки тому +3

      This is out of context. He finishes the statement "...with the milling machine"

  • @AntoineClerc1
    @AntoineClerc1 4 роки тому +559

    "Honey, my car won't start !"
    "I make a new one"

  • @gharibsidelhadj8880
    @gharibsidelhadj8880 2 роки тому

    your work is absolutely fabulous! I look at all the craftsmen who do like you (well they try) But even when you change your name, I recognize your work! You are the best, thank you, it's a pleasure. I would love to see some news. Thank you

  • @Jerepasaurus
    @Jerepasaurus 2 роки тому

    It wasn't until this that I remembered my paternal grandfather was a watch repairman, and somewhere we have an amazing little cigar box of tons of fascinating assorted wrist and pocket watch pieces! Some even still tick a little if you shake them... lol

  • @dislike__button
    @dislike__button 4 роки тому +454

    Is this a tool to restore the sandblaster button?

    • @DaleDix
      @DaleDix 4 роки тому +67

      That is part of folklore, it can't be replaced.

    • @_Killkor
      @_Killkor 4 роки тому +45

      Sandblaster button is the true final boss. So far, it has only been mocking us with its presence. We're not strong enough to take on this challenge yet, but we're making great strides by fighting all of his unrefined evil minions.

    • @ardevin
      @ardevin 4 роки тому +1

      @@_Killkor A truly great metaphore.

    • @RubenKelevra
      @RubenKelevra 4 роки тому +10

      Sadly not. But he could make a new one.

    • @drvonschwartz
      @drvonschwartz 4 роки тому +1

      Nothing wrong with that button. Perfectly functional.

  • @mohammedsalhi591
    @mohammedsalhi591 4 роки тому +142

    Terminator: "I ll be back"
    my mechanics: "I make a new one"

  • @okramw1
    @okramw1 3 роки тому +1

    The wing nut replacement was perfect 👌

  • @anthonyfiore8917
    @anthonyfiore8917 3 роки тому +4

    This man's skill and attention to detail is out of this world

  • @kelsanggyudzhin2340
    @kelsanggyudzhin2340 4 роки тому +289

    Me, curled up in corner, hugging knees and rocking back and forth:
    *He... He made a wingnut out of a doorknob... Of course... It's all so obvious now...*

    • @yeagerxp
      @yeagerxp 4 роки тому +9

      LOL. I thought he was going to make a knurled knob, but no he being MM had to make a wingnut.

    • @brendantaylor6879
      @brendantaylor6879 4 роки тому +3

      Hahaha this is so accurate

    • @Anonymous-vh6kp
      @Anonymous-vh6kp 4 роки тому +6

      If you think that's impressive, you should watch the video where he made a combination lock from a bolt.

    • @yeagerxp
      @yeagerxp 4 роки тому +10

      @@Anonymous-vh6kp Yes I have seen it as I am a subscriber to this channel, the running thing here is the "I will make a new one" when a part is beyond recovery or is missing. He made a standard tread bolt, and he could have bought a new wingnut. No he made a new one

    • @FrietjeOorlog
      @FrietjeOorlog 4 роки тому +4

      A solid billet wingnut no less.

  • @Kellanium
    @Kellanium 4 роки тому +75

    "unfortunately it's not a standard thread size"
    you KNOW that's not unfortunate

    • @Super4017
      @Super4017 4 роки тому +10

      MM " unfortunately it's not standard thread size "
      You, me and most people watching this channel going YES YES YES he make a new one.

    • @ddd228
      @ddd228 4 роки тому

      @@Super4017 There is EU metric,Chinese metric and Americano. Is there a Witworth thread?British standard?

  • @commenter4148
    @commenter4148 3 роки тому +2

    I am 100% addicted to these videos- what a master! You do this in a way that we all wish we could. The only suggestions I would have to offer are around some of the woodworking choices you make. Try plasticizing with wood restoring fluid or filling wooden pieces with epoxy/fine sawdust and re-machining. If you need to replace the wood, perhaps try to find antique wood or old-growth wood so that the grain pattern is closer to an antique. And finally, the choice of stain you usually use is a matter of preference of course but it seems to have too much black in it, which drowns out the grain, and try tung oil for final coat! Anyway-keep going- You are awesome!

  • @travm6501
    @travm6501 3 роки тому

    What i appreciate is the fact this man has clean hands while filming. Don't mind the sight of working hands but people should try to clean their nails before filming. Great vid as always

  • @eazzzye2003
    @eazzzye2003 4 роки тому +258

    My Mechanic: "I can't use the wing nut. So I'll make another."
    - proceeds to make a wing nut out of stock steel -
    Show off.

    • @DanKoenigJr
      @DanKoenigJr 4 роки тому +14

      Let the man flex bruh haha

    • @lainenz
      @lainenz 4 роки тому +24

      Not just any wing nut either, it’s like he went back in time and brought an identical one back with him. It’s bonkers.

    • @Bender13
      @Bender13 4 роки тому +11

      I would have thought..wing nut....pick one up at Home Depot. This man makes an identical nut out of cold steel. He is truly an artist on the metal lathe.

  • @davidcunningham8319
    @davidcunningham8319 4 роки тому +7

    I love this channel. No unnecessary music, no excessive explanations, just to the point and in exceptional detail. Every video, I wonder how he is going to fix certain parts and everytime he blows me away.

  • @lukeelston9007
    @lukeelston9007 3 роки тому

    It saddens me that I will never be this talented.

  • @aridemedina8770
    @aridemedina8770 3 роки тому

    Incredible!
    Rust to piece of art!
    First time I see a handmade wing nut!
    Made of iron!
    It will last forever!
    👏👏👏🏆🏆🏆 fro Brazil 🇧🇷

  • @karvald
    @karvald 4 роки тому +3

    Watching you remake that wing nut was amazing.

  • @diegolamaart
    @diegolamaart 4 роки тому +254

    Me: "My son just scratched his knees" My mechanics: "I make a new one"

    • @_Killkor
      @_Killkor 4 роки тому +11

      Son: *confused happy screaming*

    • @juniorthomazini
      @juniorthomazini 4 роки тому +6

      Or polish until it shines

    • @Craftlngo
      @Craftlngo 4 роки тому +3

      I'm just wondering to what "I make a new one" refers to...🤔

    • @Malidictus
      @Malidictus 4 роки тому +3

      That really is one of the selling points for me personally. Attention to detail and doing all of the work necessary really does make a difference.

    • @pumpkin6429
      @pumpkin6429 4 роки тому +1

      He'll make you a new son with your wife. 😉

  • @philippepastor3703
    @philippepastor3703 3 роки тому

    Very good to give new life to old tools which are often better than the new ones!

  • @Askom_Kombi-Klima
    @Askom_Kombi-Klima 2 роки тому

    When I watch these videos at night, I fall asleep instantly🙂

  • @catspaw3815
    @catspaw3815 4 роки тому +21

    That's the most beautiful wing-nut I've ever seen in my life

  • @raygranita8756
    @raygranita8756 4 роки тому +52

    Small, simple yet precious one. ✨✨ ✨
    Congrats on your 1Million subscribers, glad to be part of it! 😊

    • @art-taiji7138
      @art-taiji7138 4 роки тому +1

      Agreed mate :D

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much :-)

    • @macedindu829
      @macedindu829 4 роки тому

      Oh wow, he crossed the threshold when I wasn't looking.
      Veri Nais!

    • @syamcochin
      @syamcochin 4 роки тому +4

      @@mymechanics We need an epic restoration for the 1 million sub celebration.
      .where you completely "make a new one".

  • @angelserenade
    @angelserenade 3 роки тому +2

    Watching him make the wingnut on the milling machine was breath-taking!

    • @beakytwitch7905
      @beakytwitch7905 2 роки тому

      No he couldn't. The seller would claim that the returned device wasn't what he had sold, it had been altered and had different parts... :-p

  • @Sonicgott
    @Sonicgott 11 місяців тому

    Engineers, mechanics, scientists, carpenters, jewel crafters, technicians, blacksmiths, and historians, this channel is highly recommended for you.

  • @calliph
    @calliph 4 роки тому +25

    You know, I've watched quite a few of your videos and I believe this is my first time commenting. Firstly, i just wanted to say thank you for sharing your wonderful talents with us. Secondly (and most importantly to me) i really enjoy the idea of turning things people have thought useless and dead into lively useful objects again. With a little love, persistence and ingenuity you show us that just because something is broken, doesn't mean it's garbage. I'd like to think this applies to people as well. That's my take away anyways. Thanks again.

  • @raijinmadapaka
    @raijinmadapaka 4 роки тому +43

    If My Mechanics will start selling t-shirts with "I make a new one" print on it, I'll be first in line!

    • @Cheezzy0
      @Cheezzy0 4 роки тому +1

      But it better work this time

    • @tamasstolmar9741
      @tamasstolmar9741 4 роки тому

      But are not allowed to wash it, you have to make a new one every time, friend :)

  • @easygoing8573
    @easygoing8573 3 роки тому

    everytime this guy "makes a new one" I get excited cuz its better than the original

  • @jonny555ive
    @jonny555ive Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful little Vice, nice choice to restore it. And a beautiful restoration you did.....of course. I wouldn't expect anything but perfection from you. Thank you for a wonderful upload, I absolutely love your work.

  • @caribmedical57
    @caribmedical57 4 роки тому +15

    It only has 7 parts, I thought the restoration is going to be a fly to the pictcher, so wrong. The wing nut deserves its own video. I was mesmerized by the process.
    That little tool to polish on the inside is the bomb. I would have never thought aboout it.
    Man, you never cease to amaze me. I learned new things today! 😊😊 Congratulations on the million subs!

  • @briansmith3011
    @briansmith3011 4 роки тому +28

    7 pieces, 3 “I make new one”. I’m waiting for the day you just make a replica. 😆
    I’m surprised you didn’t touch up the texture in the vice jaws.
    👍👍👍

    • @eagle1de227
      @eagle1de227 4 роки тому +3

      I'm sure he was thinking about it...

    • @andrewmprince
      @andrewmprince 4 роки тому

      I thought the same thing. Woulda been easy too.

    • @shanep5121
      @shanep5121 4 роки тому

      I wondered about that as well.

  • @g.christopherlyn685
    @g.christopherlyn685 3 роки тому

    I am so impressed and in awe by your craftsmanship and skill to reproduce parts that cannot be salvaged

  • @rodgerclemons9847
    @rodgerclemons9847 4 роки тому

    Your work is mesmerizing, I watch them one after another. Brilliant. Thank you for the therapy sessions.

  • @Prander5x5
    @Prander5x5 4 роки тому +561

    "He can't possibly fashion his own wing....well, hello, mickey mouse!"

    • @user-kq7pb1jm3s
      @user-kq7pb1jm3s 4 роки тому +1

      И по правде микки маус

    • @abashidze51
      @abashidze51 4 роки тому

      Всё видео об этом думал)

    • @ritalowrie1296
      @ritalowrie1296 4 роки тому +9

      Prander5x5 my thoughts exactly when I saw the wing nut at first 😂

    • @NavidIsANoob
      @NavidIsANoob 4 роки тому +11

      Exactly! I thought he would be insane to make his own goddamn wing nut but alas, I have to eat my words

    •  4 роки тому

      😳

  • @davidhorizon8401
    @davidhorizon8401 4 роки тому +63

    "This is as close as I can get on the milling machine." It doesn't look good. He grabs a file and it ends up looking exactly like the original, but better. Amazing!

  • @billybobjoejacksonjr9170
    @billybobjoejacksonjr9170 2 роки тому

    If I could describe this channel in 2 words, It would be "restoration 100"

  • @luckyadamsix
    @luckyadamsix 2 роки тому +3

    This is one of my favourites, very interesting and unique tool. And such a perfectly beautiful finish.
    Well done and thanks again for sharing your amazing work.

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much :-) My pleasure!

  • @volpedo2000
    @volpedo2000 4 роки тому +261

    “This is the close I can get on the milling machine”. Sends a probe to Mars...

    • @volpedo2000
      @volpedo2000 4 роки тому +1

      Corrected the quote.

    • @kwkaior
      @kwkaior 4 роки тому +25

      The dimensions of his new wing nut were off by 0.0003 mm. Totally ruined the restoration.

    • @sfsaviation
      @sfsaviation 4 роки тому +1

      Kevin K he has to delete his channel now, he has brought shame to his family

  • @kasak87
    @kasak87 4 роки тому +38

    Can’t even imagine, how long it take, to handcraft eared nut with files. This is masterpiece!

  • @208redviking5
    @208redviking5 Рік тому

    Fabrication of that wing nut- 😮 🔥 !! Most impressive as per usual. 🤘🏻

  • @netanyacoston190
    @netanyacoston190 2 роки тому

    That is the prettiest wing nut I’ve ever seen. Beautiful job recreating it.

  • @spagzs
    @spagzs 4 роки тому +14

    That’s the most beautiful wing-Nut ever made.

  • @jamesdills6720
    @jamesdills6720 4 роки тому +65

    I see a T shirt for sale soon.. The logo with captions under .." I make a new one...."

    • @HepauDK
      @HepauDK 4 роки тому +3

      I'm pretty sure I would buy that one. :)

    • @xtoolmaker
      @xtoolmaker 4 роки тому

      I'll buy one

    • @jamesdills6720
      @jamesdills6720 4 роки тому

      There you go! The people have spoken...You should really make one in euro colors as well. Love grey and orange.

    • @dh7139
      @dh7139 4 роки тому

      I’m in!

    • @andymckenzie8031
      @andymckenzie8031 4 роки тому

      I'd love one of those.

  • @1971Sdiaz
    @1971Sdiaz 4 роки тому

    So relaxing, so pleasant, so grateful to watch every device restored.

  • @user-hs8vw1gq5u
    @user-hs8vw1gq5u 2 роки тому +4

    Изготовление нового вертушка - это чистой воды медитация!!! Нет слов просто, как и нет предела терпению у этого человека)) 👍

    • @blendakatllenpaixao2056
      @blendakatllenpaixao2056 2 роки тому +1

      Полностью согласен, не говоря уже о том, что реставрация была идеальной.

    • @sergeypoyarkov9960
      @sergeypoyarkov9960 2 роки тому

      @@blendakatllenpaixao2056 не идеальной. В новом болте он не просверлил отверстие, которое используется для наматывания проволоки из драг металлов (это ювелирные тиски).
      Это я к тому, что да, человек делает постоянно невероятные вещи, но порой, по незнанию, может допустить очень грубую ошибку.

  • @Dixi_Grl
    @Dixi_Grl 4 роки тому +35

    I thought, No way he’s making a wing nut, right? But then there it was, and I’m not worthy. Amazing videos, once I start watching, I can’t stop watching, addictive. Thank you for sharing your expertise, just amazing.

  • @Ritchie2r
    @Ritchie2r 4 роки тому +113

    This is definitely cheaper than go to therapy.

  • @brysonsteelers
    @brysonsteelers 3 роки тому

    That wing nut truly left me speechless. Great job

  • @ChiefBroady
    @ChiefBroady 3 роки тому

    I just wanna say, these videos teach without talking and are so damn calming.

    • @bbjorn5818
      @bbjorn5818 3 роки тому

      Totally totally agree - I really appreciate the lack of voice over - as is the case on so many You Tube channels - where the channel moderator thinks he has to explain a process over, and over, and over . . . blah, blah, blah. My Mechanics - way cool!

  • @Hephera
    @Hephera 4 роки тому +68

    7:50
    the function of the hole is to allow you to hold a long part with the middle of the vice by feeding it through the hole. so the bolt doesnt get in the way

    • @maxnankervis8246
      @maxnankervis8246 4 роки тому +5

      Robin Steel I came here to say this, But knew in my heart it had already been said.

    • @jrnorris2767
      @jrnorris2767 4 роки тому

      Also came to say this. It has a function. Everything in older tools has a reason.

  • @ZeidGho
    @ZeidGho 4 роки тому +45

    THREE "I make a new one" in one video
    And one of them was the wing nut!
    DAMN

  • @randyparr2947
    @randyparr2947 3 роки тому

    You have the best restoration videos. Never a “dull” segment. Can’t believe you made a wing nut? Cmon

  • @user-om3sd3vs3w
    @user-om3sd3vs3w 3 роки тому +1

    와우 노랬읍니다 녹이 난 물건(기구 이를을 모름)신기하게 새것처럼 만드셨습니다
    대단한 솜씨와 지혜가 였보이는 듯하여 감탄 하였습니다 감사합니다
    미국에서 만든 사이드 컷터를 서울 청계천 공구 상가에서 40년 전에 구입하여 지금까지
    쓰는데 고장이 나지 않고 잘 쓰고 있습니다
    대단한 제품입니다 공업이 발전하여야 부강한 나라가 된다는 것을 새삼 깨달았습니다 😄

  • @FelixDegenaar
    @FelixDegenaar 4 роки тому +117

    "My Mechanics has upl..."
    *CLICK*

    • @_Killkor
      @_Killkor 4 роки тому +6

      Imakeanewone senses are tingling

  • @MemoriesAreLost
    @MemoriesAreLost 4 роки тому +139

    This "I make a new one" meme is getting stale... I make a new one.

    • @MrPnew1
      @MrPnew1 4 роки тому +1

      this comment is Gold Jerry, Gold

  • @hb3149
    @hb3149 2 роки тому

    These “final test” parts always introduce me to those weird tools that I don’t have any idea how would they work… so thank you for that 🤧

  • @bernmccoy3604
    @bernmccoy3604 2 роки тому

    Your Milling Skills alone are sublime.

  • @counselingpsychology
    @counselingpsychology 4 роки тому +23

    That wing nut was just incredible. I’ll probably go the rest of my life and never see that again. Wow.

    • @bbjorn5818
      @bbjorn5818 3 роки тому

      Well . . . I guess it's likely since you're probably about ninety-seven!

  • @alexoless8686
    @alexoless8686 4 роки тому +34

    Old tool part : *is broken and isn't made anymore*
    my mechanics : "I'm gonna do what's called a pro gamer move"

  • @antoniolombardo1620
    @antoniolombardo1620 2 роки тому

    È di una esagerata bellezza guardare la passione che mette nel trattare gli oggetti,ridona la vita ad oggetti fantastici...

  • @Joxman2k
    @Joxman2k 2 роки тому +1

    I've watched a fer "restoration" channels, and this is the only one I watch anymore :) The content and quality of videos AND the actual restoration is second to none. I find these videos sooo relaxing and satisfying :)

    • @mymechanics
      @mymechanics  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you very much, much appreciated :-)

    • @Joxman2k
      @Joxman2k 2 роки тому +1

      @@mymechanics NO. Thank you Sir for the quality and effort you put into your restorations. I am always impressed with the final project :)