You know, there’s channels like Mr Patina and others who take things way to the extreme and they nickel plate the parts and add metal with welds and that kind of stuff is interesting, but way outside of the ability of the average handyman and I think you are right at that perfect edge between a general restoration and an obscene restoration where the tool becomes such a work of art that you’d be reluctant to actually use it.
Mrs Magdad would agree that I'm "right on the edge" sometimes! I like to keep it simple with basic tools so that viewers can be inspired to give it a try!
@@357magdad Great attitude Magdad. I have several levels of restoration. The clean and sharpen level is my most common. I occasionally spend time and polish items up to near new levels. They are usually shelf queens after that much time spent.
I think I would have put about 3/4 of an. Inch in a vise and twisted on it with a crescent wrench to get the twist out. Love seeing Chuck in the videos.
Wright tools is still around almost everything they make is US made and are really good quality. The Wright wrenches called the "Wrightgrip" is on par with SnapOn for quality and strength and if you have a stubborn Rusty bolt it will grab the head so much so it will leave indents on the surface. I came across the brand a few years back when I was looking for reasonably priced USA made tools as I got tired of smashing my knuckles and finding used metric tools at estate sales doesn't happen to often. Most the other tools I already had so I haven't tried their screwdrivers or sockets but I'm pretty happy with the quality with what I have used. As for a Wright wood handle screwdriver I have came across them before I don't know about your particular part number but I have definitely seen them in years past at Estate sales. I am not really a tool restoration guy I just appreciate good quality tools and I can appreciate anybody like you or Scout Crafter that resurrects them, I usually just get them back to user quality and toss them into my toolboxes. If I come across anymore I will nab them up and send them to you if you like. I enjoy the hunt and the bargain shopping lol
@@357magdad you got it. I always go to the dusty and dirty guy oriented estate sales and I like stuff that was built from the twenties to the 1970s so I'm always looking for the ones loaded with old "junk".
Steaming out dents out of wood has saved me a bunch of times. It seems to work most perfect on recent dents though. The thing looks absolutely fantastic. Thanks for showing us!
Fun video. Thanks for the inspiration to get back into the workshop and restore tools. I haven't spent much time there due to being so busy with work. But the year is coming to an end and things are finally slow down, so I can get back at it. I have a bunch of projects I want to work on. Thanks again.
I have seen similar before but know nothing about them. It looks like an older version of the Craftsman with the large handle and short large blade. Very nice.
@@357magdad I think you are correct about the brand. It is in incredible condition. I got it in a "woodworkers toolbox score" in a handmade box with an almost perfect but incomplete No. 8 Stanley plane. There were many other cool tools including a few other smoothing and block planes. The little screwdriver needs nothing. The planes all got in working order. I have a saw yet to do, but got the whole box of tools for $20.
Hi Magdad , Nice 👍 Job on That Wright Screwdriver 🪛 ! I like Wright Tools . USA Made Today . I've Never Seen A Screwdriver by Them Either. Always Sockets And Ratchets . I Own Two 3/8 " drive Sliding T Handles By Them . I'll Try Looking for You too.
Excellent restoration, looks like someone put a wrench on the flats of the square to either loosen or tighten a screw, definite no no with screwdrivers. Thanks for the video sir, good solutions to solve issues.
They use to keep wooden floor boards white by cleaning them with bleach, as most house holds have bleach give it a go instead of oxalic acid. The walnut finish makes the screw driver look antique and posh.
Magdad that Wright screwdriver came out beautiful! I love wood handle screwdrivers like that. My dad had a wood handle screwdriver that short in his tools which fit so well in the palm of your hand. I as you would think still have it. As far as your screwdriver I was wondering if it was part of a Wright tool set? It's possible that it never was sold separately, but only part of the tool set? I have I tool set by the name of Ray from Chicago and it had sockets, rachet, 3 speed wrenchs and a large flat head screwdriver. Sometimes companies only make a tool for a special reason or for a particular military equipment manufacturer? Just a thought.
Looks better than new. Very well done. This screwdriver had a hard life despite being so short, someone really used it hard. I wonder if the bend was from using a wrench on the shaft to get more leverage to remove a stubborn screw. The oxalic acid really helped to get the wood to a more consistent tone so the stain looks even. Looks terrific. Amazing you found the Wright name but no hint of a screwdriver. Dave.
Hi Magdad , I See Wright Tools Did Make And Does Make Screwdrivers Today .I Didn't Know That . I Couldn't Find Anything On Yours In Particular Though. Sorry About That.
I was thinking that if you measured the screwdriver you may find that it is 7"or 9" long. That could answer the 7+ or 9c on the ferrule with the other being the type. I am just surmising about this but it could answer your question about the screwdriver.
You did a fantastic job on the screwdriver. Turned out beautifully. I have a couple of old larger screwdrivers out in the shop waiting to be redone. I think your video is all the motivation I needed. Thanks and have a great day.
I have Info on that screwdriver. It's real pretty now. 😆 Back in service. 😁 Ask Scoutcrafter to look it up in his tool books? Maybe? More than one Wright co?
@@357magdad yes me too though I have not made any cutting tools from scratch I have repourposed quite a few with new handles/scales and reshaped blades and reground bevels...and the sharpie/majic marker works very well for marking center and shape... love all the very helpful videos and find your voice very cathartic and so does my better half lol she never complains when I watch around her!! As she does with others I watch lol
Nice Job on that Stubby Screwdriver the polishing and the new stained handle came out Great ... Too bad there is no Info about who is the maker and how old the Screwdriver is ... Mr Magdad and Mr Chuck have a great and quiet Sunday and see the both of you next Sunday
Beautiful job, Magdad! I picked up up a small turnscrew at an estate sale yesterday and immediately thought of you. Its coated in layers of paint and goop. Your video today gives me hope that I can save it!
What makes your videos especially wonderful is the way you approach the whole project and analyse and explain your aims and methods so that the viewer feels engaged. Like watching a friend you never want to say, Well that's not gonna work, but, Yes, let's try that. And you really try some incredible ideas.
If you have a twist in a blade again, you might consider grinding a flat area at the tip so the two sides are parallel. This will let the blade fit the slot in the screw better. It will also make it easier to remove the twist. I really enjoy watching how you restore tools. Bob Bob
Anybody would be proud of that screwdriver. Super nice job. Very interesting tricks to restoration. Thanks for another great video. It's much appreciated.
It's a sweet driver! Beautiful job! Looks like a machinist driver..but who knows..lol..its a keeper forsure... oven cleaner is pretty handy.. i used it to restore the aluminum grill on that old 77 Ford of ours...anyhoot.. sweet screwdriver now! Awesome job as always
Really nice job on the screwdriver. The dark walnut and clear satin finish was extra nice. Using the linoleum nails was pure genius and made the screwdriver really stand out. Kudos to you! Jim
I LOVE your channel ! The attention to detail you give to these old tools is amazing - just an ordinary old screw driver, and now it looks brand new ! STUNNING ! Take care 🙂
Wow! That turned out great! I just love that wood color. It's probably a no-name screwdriver that Scoutcrafter used his engraver to make it a tool you can't find when researching .
What I like about that short driver is that it's long enough to fit in the palm of your hand and still get a grip on it. The usual stubby screw drivers are difficult to get much more than a couple of fingers on them. Do you think someone could have used a wrench or something on the square shank for leverage and then twisted the tip? I good idea using the sharpie to index what you are able to use the abrasive on. That short screw driver really came out looking heirloom. Nice work.
I wish I was as patient as you, If I was I might be able to do some restorations myself. Anyway, the screw driver came out beautiful in all respects. Yet, the pins holding on the ferrule are icing on the cake.
Well for a small screwdriver you certainly put in the hours on this one Magdad, but it was worth it, as it looks great ! Your attention to detail is amazing, right down to modifying the little rivets/pins to secure the ferrule. I was sure you would choose the "Early American" stain for this one but the Dark Walnut looks great as you have kept in thin enough to still see the wood grain. Do you think it got twisted by using a wrench on the square shaft ?
I like that, "took out my frustrations" LOL. Done that before! That screwdriver turned out awesome! I watch Midway USA (shooting supplies etc) and he used Lacquer Thinner on a well oiled stock of an old rolling block, it was filthy! If you want to try that as an option. He soaked in a rag or lint free towels and scrubbed. ua-cam.com/video/jfcUwMWxJ2U/v-deo.html I love the wood handle screwdrivers. I have a few I need to work on!
I have experienced the frustration of not finding any information on a item. Good job on the screwdriver, I have seen the wooden handle with the longer ferrel before but not the shape of the screwdriver its self. Very cool design.,
Absolutely beautiful restoration. Patience and attention to detail make all the difference. This cool stubby screwdriver was well worth restoring. Restoring the blade, which in my opinion is the diciest part of screwdriver restoration was especially well done. Using oven cleaner as a grime cleaner on old tools has never occurred to me. It looks really effective and I wonder if it took off remaining paint or finish on the wood. Could this screwdriver be a vintage tool from the Wright Tool Co. in Ohio? Wright makes high quality sockets etc. and I think it is still in business as a family owned company. Thanks
A sensible restoration to make a usable tool and bring the wood back to life. Wright tool; right restoration level.
Thanks Mark!
@@357magdad I like all good restorations, but sometimes less is more.
You know, there’s channels like Mr Patina and others who take things way to the extreme and they nickel plate the parts and add metal with welds and that kind of stuff is interesting, but way outside of the ability of the average handyman and I think you are right at that perfect edge between a general restoration and an obscene restoration where the tool becomes such a work of art that you’d be reluctant to actually use it.
Mrs Magdad would agree that I'm "right on the edge" sometimes! I like to keep it simple with basic tools so that viewers can be inspired to give it a try!
@@357magdad Great attitude Magdad. I have several levels of restoration.
The clean and sharpen level is my most common.
I occasionally spend time and polish items up to near new levels. They are usually shelf queens after that much time spent.
I think I would have put about 3/4 of an. Inch in a
vise and twisted on it with a crescent wrench to get the twist out. Love seeing Chuck in the videos.
Scoutcrafter mentioned you in a vid and said you did great work. Just subscribed!
Thank you for subscribing! I hope you enjoy my content!
Wright tools is still around almost everything they make is US made and are really good quality. The Wright wrenches called the "Wrightgrip" is on par with SnapOn for quality and strength and if you have a stubborn Rusty bolt it will grab the head so much so it will leave indents on the surface. I came across the brand a few years back when I was looking for reasonably priced USA made tools as I got tired of smashing my knuckles and finding used metric tools at estate sales doesn't happen to often. Most the other tools I already had so I haven't tried their screwdrivers or sockets but I'm pretty happy with the quality with what I have used.
As for a Wright wood handle screwdriver I have came across them before I don't know about your particular part number but I have definitely seen them in years past at Estate sales. I am not really a tool restoration guy I just appreciate good quality tools and I can appreciate anybody like you or Scout Crafter that resurrects them, I usually just get them back to user quality and toss them into my toolboxes. If I come across anymore I will nab them up and send them to you if you like. I enjoy the hunt and the bargain shopping lol
If you come across something similar again, snap a few photos for me!
@@357magdad you got it.
I always go to the dusty and dirty guy oriented estate sales and I like stuff that was built from the twenties to the 1970s so I'm always looking for the ones loaded with old "junk".
You screwed ever turned out perfect I happen to missed this video to ,but I gotta watch Thank you for the video
Thanks! This was a fun project!
Awesome job Magdad! I really like how you got that twist out. The stain was perfect for that screwdriver!
Thank You for sharing !
Thanks Jack! It was a fun project!
That screwdriver size and profile makes it a Gunsmith's " Turn Screw" from the late 1800's to the mid 1900's.
Could be. Thanks for watching!
It came out beautifully done. You really have the touch and love of old tools.
Thanks Gayle! Cleaning up old tools is fun!
357MagDad that turned out Great!! Boy Chuck sure made er shine with the Flitz !!
Chuck likes to show up at the end and be the hero with his Flitz!
Steaming out dents out of wood has saved me a bunch of times. It seems to work most perfect on recent dents though. The thing looks absolutely fantastic. Thanks for showing us!
Thanks Alex! I bet I'll have another chance to try the steam trick again.
Not quite factory recommended. Love it!
I think we've all exceeded the factory recommendations a time or two!
That's alotta work for such a Lil' Tool eh!! Nicely done Bud!!☻
Thanks RoadKing! That little screwdriver needed a lot of work!
Terrific restoration and explanation of steps Magdad
Thanks John! It's hard too beat a wood handle screwdriver!
Another amazing restoration! Great job! 👍
Merry Christmas.
Thanks Frank! Merry Christmas!
Fun video. Thanks for the inspiration to get back into the workshop and restore tools. I haven't spent much time there due to being so busy with work. But the year is coming to an end and things are finally slow down, so I can get back at it. I have a bunch of projects I want to work on. Thanks again.
Thanks Brendan! I'm glad you're gonna get some shop time in!
Great job!
Thank you!
Awesome job as usual Magdaddy
Thanks Douglas!
Great resto! I wonder if someone put a wrench on the square part of the shaft and torqued down on it and that's what twisted the tip.
Thanks Chris! That is definitely a possibility!
Very clean job. You and Chuck do a great job every time.
Thanks Diane! When you get a chance, send me an email. 357mdad@gmail.com
Man, you are so good at this. Beautiful restoration, indeed.
Thanks Ben! I've worked on a lot of screwdrivers and each one presents its own challenges.
Very nice
Thanks!
Heck of a job,great result!👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎😎😎😎😎
Thanks Alan!
I Like the brass tacks The wood looks like a fine piece of restored furniture
I like it when the wood retains some character.
That looks awesome Magdad! I lile the linoleum nail idea.
Thanks Ivan!
Fantastic job!
Thanks Scott!
I have seen similar before but know nothing about them. It looks like an older version of the Craftsman with the large handle and short large blade. Very nice.
I've got one of those Craftsman screwdrivers coming up soon!
@@357magdad
I have a similar sized screwdriver with a stacked leather handle. It says OTC with the T going over the top of o and c. Any ideas?
@@upsidedowndog1256 Alloy Artifacts has a trademark and logo "mugshot" page. Check out the one they show for Owatonna Tool.
@@357magdad
I think you are correct about the brand. It is in incredible condition. I got it in a "woodworkers toolbox score" in a handmade box with an almost perfect but incomplete No. 8 Stanley plane. There were many other cool tools including a few other smoothing and block planes. The little screwdriver needs nothing. The planes all got in working order. I have a saw yet to do, but got the whole box of tools for $20.
Wright Brothers Aero Co perhaps. Maybe if it was recovered in northern NJ, it came from the Paterson or Wood Ridge factory.
It would be cool if it was associated with the Wright Brothers!
Hi Magdad , Nice 👍 Job on That Wright Screwdriver 🪛 ! I like Wright Tools . USA Made Today . I've Never Seen A Screwdriver by Them Either. Always Sockets And Ratchets . I Own Two 3/8 " drive Sliding T Handles By Them . I'll Try Looking for You too.
Thanks Wayne!
Excellent restoration, looks like someone put a wrench on the flats of the square to either loosen or tighten a screw, definite no no with screwdrivers. Thanks for the video sir, good solutions to solve issues.
Thanks Terry! I was glad I could straighten her back out!
They use to keep wooden floor boards white by cleaning them with bleach, as most house holds have bleach give it a go instead of oxalic acid. The walnut finish makes the screw driver look antique and posh.
Thanks Tony! The furniture restoration folks swear by Oxalic acid.
@@357magdad II have tried both in the past. The bleach does work also, but takes a much longer time than oxalic acid.
Always a great job! Looks better than new!!!
Thanks Mike!
Oven cleaner! Gotta try that. Stands to reason it would not hurt metal either. Will oven cleaner help remove rust?
I don't think oven cleaner will have any effect on rust.
That looks amazing!
Thanks Robert!
Great restore. Cool screwdriver. Great ideal with the oven cleaner on the grease muck. Beautiful result.
Thank you!
Once again top-draw work MD...
Thanks!
Always enjoy watching your videos. Great restore.
Thanks Wire!
Don't now anything about the little fella, but if I WAS that screwdriver I'd be aching to hit-the-town after that makeover!
Thanks Keith!
Magdad that Wright screwdriver came out beautiful! I love wood handle screwdrivers like that. My dad had a wood handle screwdriver that short in his tools which fit so well in the palm of your hand. I as you would think still have it. As far as your screwdriver I was wondering if it was part of a Wright tool set? It's possible that it never was sold separately, but only part of the tool set? I have I tool set by the name of Ray from Chicago and it had sockets, rachet, 3 speed wrenchs and a large flat head screwdriver. Sometimes companies only make a tool for a special reason or for a particular military equipment manufacturer? Just a thought.
The markings look similar to other Wright tools, but I couldn't find another example of a wood handle tool marked Wright.
Like your wire wheel with the shrink tube on the dremel. Great idea.
Thanks!
Looks better than new. Very well done.
This screwdriver had a hard life despite being so short, someone really used it hard.
I wonder if the bend was from using a wrench on the shaft to get more leverage to remove a stubborn screw.
The oxalic acid really helped to get the wood to a more consistent tone so the stain looks even. Looks terrific.
Amazing you found the Wright name but no hint of a screwdriver.
Dave.
Thanks Dave! I really had my heart set on staining the handle with dark walnut. I'm glad the oxalic acid worked!
I found on eBay a wooden handled screwdriver made by Moore & Wright. Maybe a missed stamped example?
Could be! Moore and Wright had a different looking maker's mark.
great job as usual
Thank you!
No info but it's now a little beauty 👍🏻🛠️
Thanks Armando!
My guess is a wrench was used on the flats to create twisted blade.
I bet that's what happened Stanley!
I really enjoyed the detail that you put into this project. That really turned out great, and thank you for sharing.
Thanks! It was a fun project!
What a great restoration. Congradulations. Well done.
Thank you!
Wow... now that strikes my fancy. 😁
Thanks James! It is a cool screwdriver!
Beautiful save, nice addition to your collection. Your love for tools shines like your screwdriver. You are very skillful. Thank you
Thanks! Cleaning up old tools is fun!
Hi Magdad , I See Wright Tools Did Make And Does Make Screwdrivers Today .I Didn't Know That . I Couldn't Find Anything On Yours In Particular Though. Sorry About That.
I can't find any Wright wood handle screwdrivers online only plastic ones.
Someone might have used a wrench on the flat area of the shaft to torque a stubborn screw and caused that twist
That could be Joe!
Crazy you can't find any info on this one.
It had me pretty frustrated!
I was thinking that if you measured the screwdriver you may find that it is 7"or 9" long. That could answer the 7+ or 9c on the ferrule with the other being the type. I am just surmising about this but it could answer your question about the screwdriver.
Thanks for watching Ken! The screwdriver is approx 5 7/8" long.
Turned out gorgeous !!
Thanks Glen!
You did a fantastic job on the screwdriver. Turned out beautifully. I have a couple of old larger screwdrivers out in the shop waiting to be redone. I think your video is all the motivation I needed. Thanks and have a great day.
Thanks! Cleaning up old tools, especially wood handle screwdrivers is fun!
I have Info on that screwdriver. It's real pretty now. 😆 Back in service. 😁
Ask Scoutcrafter to look it up in his tool books? Maybe? More than one Wright co?
Thanks Carl!
Great job Magdad! The majic marker trick works great... I've been trying it lately for blades and shows you exactly what you're doing....
I like it for sharpening plane irons and chisels too.
@@357magdad yes me too though I have not made any cutting tools from scratch I have repourposed quite a few with new handles/scales and reshaped blades and reground bevels...and the sharpie/majic marker works very well for marking center and shape... love all the very helpful videos and find your voice very cathartic and so does my better half lol she never complains when I watch around her!! As she does with others I watch lol
Very nice!
Thanks Daniel!
Nice work! How someone twisted that is amazing! Thanks
Thanks Tony! Somebody really applied some torque to it!
Very nice.👍
Thank you!
Neat screw driver, could that have been made during WW2 for military use only? Have a safe holiday season to you and yours.
Thanks Larry! It could be WW2 era.
Beautiful work on this unusual screwdriver.
Thanks!
Nice Job on that Stubby Screwdriver the polishing and the new stained handle came out Great ... Too bad there is no Info about who is the maker and how old the Screwdriver is ... Mr Magdad and Mr Chuck have a great and quiet Sunday and see the both of you next Sunday
Thanks Roger!
Great job MagDad! BTW, where did you find that “anvil”?
Thanks John! I got that anvil at Jacktown one year.
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Awesome job. I like the final little touch with the nails in the ferrule kinda looks like its always been there 👌
Thanks! I think the pins are an improvement over the factory staking.
Beautiful job, Magdad! I picked up up a small turnscrew at an estate sale yesterday and immediately thought of you. Its coated in layers of paint and goop. Your video today gives me hope that I can save it!
Thanks Tom! I'd love to see some photos of your project! 357mdad@gmail.com
What makes your videos especially wonderful is the way you approach the whole project and analyse and explain your aims and methods so that the viewer feels engaged. Like watching a friend you never want to say, Well that's not gonna work, but, Yes, let's try that. And you really try some incredible ideas.
Thanks John! I'm glad you like hangin' out with me while I fool around in the shop!
Curtiss-Wright aviation tool
If you have one like this, or can point me to one online please send me an email! 357mdad@gmail.com
You have an original golf ball screwdriver...rapidly becoming a classic...nice job...🖖
I think you must be a dentist with your fine skills.
It's probably a good thing I'm not a dentist. Nobody would want my big hands in their mouth!
Nice
Thanks Timothy!
If you have a twist in a blade again, you might consider grinding a flat area at the tip so the two sides are parallel. This will let the blade fit the slot in the screw better. It will also make it easier to remove the twist.
I really enjoy watching how you restore tools.
Bob
Bob
Thanks Bob! I'm glad you enjoy the videos!
Not to be a OSHA Sally but, Chuck really should be wearing hearing protection.
He wears those little foam ear plugs. You can barely see them.
Been awhile, but I love the oven cleaning idea - well done my friend.
Good to hear from you! Happy Holidays!
Wright is great stuff saved a great tool well done
It is a great old screwdriver!
Anybody would be proud of that screwdriver. Super nice job. Very interesting tricks to restoration. Thanks for another great video. It's much appreciated.
Thanks George!
Outstanding job! Unfortunately I know how the blade got twisted. 🫣 awesome video…
Thanks ScoutCrafter!
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It's a sweet driver! Beautiful job! Looks like a machinist driver..but who knows..lol..its a keeper forsure... oven cleaner is pretty handy.. i used it to restore the aluminum grill on that old 77 Ford of ours...anyhoot.. sweet screwdriver now! Awesome job as always
Thanks Big Vic!
I love how you stained and coated the handle. The color is awesome. Merry Christmas.
Thanks Brian! Merry Christmas!
Really nice job on the screwdriver. The dark walnut and clear satin finish was extra nice. Using the linoleum nails was pure genius and made the screwdriver really stand out. Kudos to you! Jim
Thanks Jim! I'm glad you like how it turned out!
WD-40 will also get rid of grime like that off of wood.
I have experimented with WD-40 as an oil finish on wood. I had my heart set on staining this handle though.
I LOVE your channel ! The attention to detail you give to these old tools is amazing - just an ordinary old screw driver, and now it looks brand new ! STUNNING ! Take care 🙂
Thanks Michael! Cleaning up old tools is fun!
Wow! That turned out great! I just love that wood color.
It's probably a no-name screwdriver that Scoutcrafter used his engraver to make it a tool you can't find when researching .
Thanks! It could be a tool from Mr. Wright's personal collection!
Once again a beautiful job. I could have never let that screwdriver go. lol
Thanks! It is a beauty!
It looks fantastic Magdad! I have learned a lot from your channel since I subscribed.Thanks for sharing this.
Thanks John! I'm glad you enjoy my content!
Maybe it belonged to Wilbur or Orville.
That would be something!
What I like about that short driver is that it's long enough to fit in the palm of your hand and still get a grip on it. The usual stubby screw drivers are difficult to get much more than a couple of fingers on them. Do you think someone could have used a wrench or something on the square shank for leverage and then twisted the tip? I good idea using the sharpie to index what you are able to use the abrasive on. That short screw driver really came out looking heirloom. Nice work.
Thanks Michael! The square shank lends itself to using a helper wrench.
That came out sweet! Looks like a comfortable handle. Cant really tell where the blemish was.
Thanks! I really like the shape of the handle!
Rad
Thanks Justin!
Always great watching...a lot of good pointers...Love what you do...😍🤩💗💗💗
Thanks Uncle Black!
I wish I was as patient as you, If I was I might be able to do some restorations myself. Anyway, the screw driver came out beautiful in all respects. Yet, the pins holding on the ferrule are icing on the cake.
I bet you would do a fine job Dale! Pick an old tool and give it a go!
Well for a small screwdriver you certainly put in the hours on this one Magdad, but it was worth it, as it looks great ! Your attention to detail is amazing, right down to modifying the little rivets/pins to secure the ferrule. I was sure you would choose the "Early American" stain for this one but the Dark Walnut looks great as you have kept in thin enough to still see the wood grain. Do you think it got twisted by using a wrench on the square shaft ?
Thanks Andy! A wrench on the shaft is definitely a possibility!
I like that, "took out my frustrations" LOL. Done that before! That screwdriver turned out awesome! I watch Midway USA (shooting supplies etc) and he used Lacquer Thinner on a well oiled stock of an old rolling block, it was filthy! If you want to try that as an option. He soaked in a rag or lint free towels and scrubbed. ua-cam.com/video/jfcUwMWxJ2U/v-deo.html I love the wood handle screwdrivers. I have a few I need to work on!
Thanks Aaron! Wood handle screwdrivers are fun to clean up!
Hey UA-cam , where did my comment go regarding the screwdriver's manufacturing history.
I have experienced the frustration of not finding any information on a item. Good job on the screwdriver, I have seen the wooden handle with the longer ferrel before but not the shape of the screwdriver its self. Very cool design.,
Thanks Dale! I was surprised that I could not find anything similar online.
Honestly it's from the era of handmade, I think it was made twisted by the apprentice.
If it was apprentice made, Mr. or Ms. Wright did an excellent job!
Absolutely beautiful restoration. Patience and attention to detail make all the difference. This cool stubby screwdriver was well worth restoring. Restoring the blade, which in my opinion is the diciest part of screwdriver restoration was especially well done. Using oven cleaner as a grime cleaner on old tools has never occurred to me. It looks really effective and I wonder if it took off remaining paint or finish on the wood. Could this screwdriver be a vintage tool from the Wright Tool Co. in Ohio? Wright makes high quality sockets etc. and I think it is still in business as a family owned company. Thanks
Thanks Pat! The oven cleaner will remove paint. I couldn't find any evidence online that the Wright tool company ever made wood handle screwdrivers.