Takes Skill and Knowledge to get Metal to Cooperate and FLOW back into Place. Each Horn has a Soul. Not just a hunk of Brass or Bronze. A Horn can sense Spirit and the wrong Spirit gets only resistance. You got The Right Spirit for putting Humpty Dumpty Back together again. Good Job!
I can't for the life of me understand why I watch these. I'm not a musician and I don't work on instruments. It hurts to see these fine instruments damaged like this and kinda causes me distress just seeing them in such a state. I was precision sheet metal fabricator in another life so maybe that is part of it. Hell, I'm an electrician for petes sake, none of these skills apply in the least! But I do enjoy watching Wes do his thing and work his magic. The man is clearly an artisan of the highest order. All the more impressive is his willingness to share the skill with us! Thanks Wes!
Breaks my heart to see old horns like this abused so badly. If you hadn't mentioned it was damaged in shipping, I would have guessed some kid stepped on it. Really nice repair on that to return it to its former dignity. If you hadn't been using that tiny torch, you would have burned a whole lot more of that lacquer. Thanks for sharing!
You are absolutely a genius if l continue to watch you work l will not be able to do my own work lol keep posting these videos thanks very much from Guyana South America
I know virtually nothing about woodwinds but it is evident to see I am watching a master craftsman at work. Your respect for the instruments and the artists is phenomenal.
What a feeling for thin sheet metal. I never thought it would be so great again. The tools are also very interesting. If I had damage to my hunting horn, I would send it to you from Germany for repair. Best regards, Raik
Played a Martin alto and King Zephyr tenor in high school (long ago!). Still have the Zephyr ... I could feel that Martin under my fingers as you were working on it. Love your videos.
I’m a hobbiest working on a 1921 Conn Bari sax, and this video really helped me understand the steps I’ll need to take to bring the old girl back to life. I also appreciate the tool part number reference. You’ve given Ferree’s a lot of business!
I like the voice over while you're working! It sort of reminded me of the way wristwatch revival does his videos. I don't play music, but I love watching your content. Looking forward to seeing more!
The amount of skill and patience needed for this type of work is really fascinating and impressive. Thank you for posting this. I think seeing what it takes to restore an instrument like this puts it into perspective for those of us that might need this kind of work done, but don't realize how incredibly difficult it is, and hence the cost involved. Absolutely worth it.
I have great respect for what you do. You have put so much time and effort to perfect your craft and it shows. As a luthier I hope to some day reach an equal level of knowledge as you have
Hey Wes, thanks for showing your precision skills and ultimate respect for the instrument. I’m just a viewer in awe of your skills. Thanks for sharing.
I appreciate your generosity of spirit Mr. Lee. I mostly work on strings, but I'm going to tap into my roots and pick up on the brass again. Cheers from Vancouver BC!
Watching for a second time… you are fascinating to watch, Wes. I’ve been watching you for almost a year or two. I mentioned I work with Mark Vandermark before, but I realize you two are several decades in to the trade and I’m going on a short 8 years on this very day. I really appreciate the insight I gain from watching both of you. Thank you sir! Much respect! ✊
Wow, I didn't know that. I traded an inexpensive acoustic guitar for mine. A trumpet player owned it and wanted to learn to play the guitar. He just had the one neck with it. I liked the way it played and traded with him. I had a few guitars I just play for fun. I am really a sax player. That was about 10 years ago. So, now I have 3 tenors in my collection of woodwind instruments.
Great job and tutorial! I just noticed your soft table is actually covered with a center carpet from a mini van or SUV. Good recycling once again. I gotta get my 71 Selmer Mark VI serviced. I don't want to try my hand on this horn!
It's so satisfying watching a professional craftsman do his thing.
Don't know diddly about instrument repair and restoration, but it sure was a joy watching a professional at work.
You’re evident respect for the instruments, quality tradecraft, and explaining each step in detail is just pure gold. Thank you Wes.
And Wes too...
@@RutherfordRyan1 oh dammit. Thank you.
Dont simp
When I have trouble sleeping I like to turn off the sound and watch the repair work. It's actually soothing.
Takes Skill and Knowledge to get
Metal to Cooperate and FLOW back
into Place. Each Horn has a Soul.
Not just a hunk of Brass or Bronze.
A Horn can sense Spirit and the wrong
Spirit gets only resistance. You got
The Right Spirit for putting Humpty Dumpty
Back together again. Good Job!
I can't for the life of me understand why I watch these. I'm not a musician and I don't work on instruments. It hurts to see these fine instruments damaged like this and kinda causes me distress just seeing them in such a state. I was precision sheet metal fabricator in another life so maybe that is part of it. Hell, I'm an electrician for petes sake, none of these skills apply in the least! But I do enjoy watching Wes do his thing and work his magic. The man is clearly an artisan of the highest order. All the more impressive is his willingness to share the skill with us! Thanks Wes!
First comment from me here Wes, really enjoy watching your amazing work!
Wow! Lots of respect for you and your fine craftsmanship. You are a master surgeon.
You and Make it Kustom....the metal masters! Thanks for sharing. I love it
Awesome work keep up the great work on that saxophone I was awesome
Wow! It's so great to see your craftsmanship at work - thanks for sharing these videos!
I worked for the danish Selmer and Conn distributor back in the 70'ties. I wish we had an expert like you then.
Breaks my heart to see old horns like this abused so badly. If you hadn't mentioned it was damaged in shipping, I would have guessed some kid stepped on it. Really nice repair on that to return it to its former dignity. If you hadn't been using that tiny torch, you would have burned a whole lot more of that lacquer. Thanks for sharing!
A true artist at work. Very impressive. Well done.
Bravo! You saved that beautiful sax!
Your master of vintage intruments!!!
Good job, its almost be like a brand new tenor saxophone
great job my friend, greetings from Argentina!!!!
As a engineer I just love watching that metal flex over the ball like its transparent!
Wes you are the Bob Ross of instruments! Sometimes I hear your voice saying... "a happy little instrument!" ... so soothing and inspirational.
Very interesting. Having the right tool for a job...ABSOLUTELY.
I am so happy to know you exist-awesome workmanship! Cheers Wes Lee, looking forward to more learning!
Absolutely amazing to se your craftmanship, You are a wizard! 👍🎷🎺
You are absolutely a genius if l continue to watch you work l will not be able to do my own work lol keep posting these videos thanks very much from Guyana South America
I know virtually nothing about woodwinds but it is evident to see I am watching a master craftsman at work. Your respect for the instruments and the artists is phenomenal.
Holy moly I can't wait for that N92 tool to be available! Hurry up Ferree's! :P
As a Susafone player I find dents being removed very satisfying keep up the good work
What a feeling for thin sheet metal. I never thought it would be so great again. The tools are also very interesting. If I had damage to my hunting horn, I would send it to you from Germany for repair. Best regards, Raik
Wes, great job on the tenor!
Looks like someone tried to drop kick that saxophone. Your work is outstanding!
I really like watching your videos 👍
Wes, the Artist. Great work. 👍
I would have loved to repair instruments. Fantastic job
Played a Martin alto and King Zephyr tenor in high school (long ago!). Still have the Zephyr ... I could feel that Martin under my fingers as you were working on it. Love your videos.
I’m a hobbiest working on a 1921 Conn Bari sax, and this video really helped me understand the steps I’ll need to take to bring the old girl back to life. I also appreciate the tool part number reference. You’ve given Ferree’s a lot of business!
Awesome channel man. Great work
Love Ferrees. Only buy there every once in a while but they are the place
I like the voice over while you're working! It sort of reminded me of the way wristwatch revival does his videos. I don't play music, but I love watching your content. Looking forward to seeing more!
Just came here from Wristwatch Revival!
Great expertise. Thanks. Also: great lessons - a. Do your passion. b. Be patient.
I'm amazed! I did a little auto-body work in my youth but this is more like art.
Thanks for the video! Great work Sir!
You do a great job at what do.
You are a magician. I used to have a Martin tenor with brass keywork. That horn went out of adjustment so easily.
That's surprising. Those Martin Committee III's (Magna's as well) were built like Sherman tanks. They're HEAVY horns.
The amount of skill and patience needed for this type of work is really fascinating and impressive. Thank you for posting this. I think seeing what it takes to restore an instrument like this puts it into perspective for those of us that might need this kind of work done, but don't realize how incredibly difficult it is, and hence the cost involved. Absolutely worth it.
Realy great job. Wish you were here in Turkey that i should bring you to repair my bent soprano sax....
I have great respect for what you do. You have put so much time and effort to perfect your craft and it shows. As a luthier I hope to some day reach an equal level of knowledge as you have
Love watching, a true Craftsman at work.
Great job on that bell repair and body repair on that tone hole.
Great video. Informative & logical.
Great video, that tool is so much better than unsoldering the bell with the same results.
How you 'convince' that brass to go back to where it was is simply amazing, Wes!
Клёвый мастер! Золотые руки! Спасибо!
I love watching you repair these amazing instruments! Thanks for sharing!
Чувак-Зачет-Мастер-Золотые руки!
You work magic on horns. I need a tech like you in my area.
Hey Wes, thanks for showing your precision skills and ultimate respect for the instrument. I’m just a viewer in awe of your skills. Thanks for sharing.
I appreciate your generosity of spirit Mr. Lee. I mostly work on strings, but I'm going to tap into my roots and pick up on the brass again.
Cheers from Vancouver BC!
Ooh, was it me you took the suggestion of Renaissance Wax from? Whether or not it was me, I'm glad you picked some up and like it!
Nice repair job!
Nice work. Subscribed. Cheers from an instrument maker in Vienna, Scott
This big long tube with a bunch of holes looks really nine!
Just found your channel wonderful stuff thanks Wes
Great job Wes! You're a master technician.
Very Nice. Congratulations
I really enjoy seeing you work your magic. Just amazing what talent, skill, and the right tools are able to accomplish.
I'm always blown away by your amazing skills! That was an awesome piece of work!
Watching for a second time… you are fascinating to watch, Wes. I’ve been watching you for almost a year or two. I mentioned I work with Mark Vandermark before, but I realize you two are several decades in to the trade and I’m going on a short 8 years on this very day. I really appreciate the insight I gain from watching both of you. Thank you sir! Much respect! ✊
You're a MASTER ... thank you
Great videos! Great camera work. Thanks so much for making these!
Good job Sr.
I didn't think I was going to enjoy this. I wanted to know if we have the same method of getting dents out & we do not. Good work
find your video's fascinating.. enjoy your style
very impressive, amazing work!
Чувак ! Респект тебе! Не каждый так супер работает с таким
Your level of finesse is insane. Beautiful Sax and glad you were able to save it to a level of almost perfection.
nice job wes. looks like new so, no problems !
I have that exact model tenor sax with the sterling silver neck. Great work!
Cool, this horn came with a standard, serialized lacquered neck as well as a sterling one. Luckily, both necks were undamaged during shipping.
Wow, I didn't know that. I traded an inexpensive acoustic guitar for mine. A trumpet player owned it and wanted to learn to play the guitar. He just had the one neck with it. I liked the way it played and traded with him. I had a few guitars I just play for fun. I am really a sax player. That was about 10 years ago. So, now I have 3 tenors in my collection of woodwind instruments.
@@ufgatorsax Well, the solid silver Martin necks are rare...hang on to it!
Beautiful work, Wes! Truly fun to watch you work your magic!!! 🙏
Well done sir, great job !
Fantástico Luthier
Awsome job brother👍🏻
N92 is going to be such a time saver. Great demo. Thanks Wes!
Nice dent work!
Cool tool! It would be nice to hear them before and after!
with all respect to this craftsman; his opening presentation kinda reminds me of 'amazing blaze', Glen Thornton
At the age of 60, i really wish i'd learnt these skills when i was young.
Mistrzu jestem pełen podziwu dla wykonywanej pracy wielki szacunek
what amazing results
Good sir. Very very good. Thanks
Fantastic workmanship always amazed seeing the magic you do Thanks
Great job. Really digging your skills and professionalism.
Great work, Wes!
great job as usual.
Good Job Master .
This is so great, I want to apprentice a master repairman so I can learn this artform too but we don't even have any instrument repairmen where I am
Great! Thanks. Patrick
Great job and tutorial! I just noticed your soft table is actually covered with a center carpet from a mini van or SUV. Good recycling once again. I gotta get my 71 Selmer Mark VI serviced. I don't want to try my hand on this horn!
Awesome work. Glad to see your respect for the instrument in the nowadays world of disposable everything. Great job
Great work, love watching you work.
I am surprised you didn't polish the damaged area to get rid of the scratches that occurred when it was damaged.
Bro you do amazing work. Love the effort you give to every piece you touch