MINI Zippo Lighter Restoration
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- Опубліковано 26 тра 2023
- This Zippo Lighter restoration is probably the world’s smallest ever seen. The lighter was sent to me for repair, and I will make it very beautiful again with a 24-carat gold layer and some awesome custom engravings. Enjoy the video!
I got this very small and dirty Zippo Lighter sent to me from one of my subscribers. I think its very cute and I’m looking forward to seeing if the lighter actually works, or if it’s just a useless toy/advertising item.
THE RESTORATION PROCESS
I started disassembling the little lighter. It was quite hard because everything was so small and fragile, but I manage to separate the lighters outer and inner case. Then I removed the flint wheel and the flint spring.
I cleaned the outer case in my sandblaster using very fine glass beads, together with low air pressure. I also gave the outer case a quick grinding with 1000 grit sandpaper to be able to make it ultra mirror shiny when polishing it. Of course I used a tiny polishing machine to match the tiny Lighter size.
The inner case was cleaned by hand using a toothbrush, hot water, and soap. I used my mini drill machine to polish this into a mirror shiny condition too.
I plated a beautiful 24 carat layer of gold on the Zippo base lid and the bottom case. That turned out really awesome! And after that I custom engraved a cute Hippo to the bottom case and the text “Hippo” at the lid.
When I was done with the engraving, I assembled the whole lighter again and added a new wick, new cotton balls, flint and added Premium Zippo Lighter Fluid.
It brought me such a joy for me to do this restoration video. I love repairing these odd items and I think that this turned out really awesome.
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Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin.
This is probably the cutest Lighter Restoration I have ever done ❤Please let me know what you think! ALSO SEE MY rare mechanical toy restoration 👉 ua-cam.com/video/WFBVfvXquJE/v-deo.html 👈 Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin
AR 😎👍👌🎶🎵🎸
Blessed Sunday Po Sir
I'm gonna bet that zippo was made by a jeweler, you can see you need jeweller's tools for it. It's adorable!
Restoration of 70's car toys
Perfeito! O que parecia ser só ferrugem ficou brilhantemente lindooooo! Parabéns!😍😍😍😍😍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Uma pergunta, quanto tempo vai para restaurar uma peça igual a essa?
Turned out beautiful. That's got to be the smallest restoration I've seen. Fantastic work on this one. Thanks for the video.
Thank you so much - And this was the smallest I have ever done ;-) cheers buddy😉
Beautiful..
Not only was this a fabulous restoration but the sound of the thunderstorm in the background was awesome to. 😍
Really glad you liked it - cheers 💖
Даже Тор оценил)
From a lump of rust to a beautiful lighter . Worth the outcome and work you put into it . Great channel. Looking forward to seeing the next video.
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂
Didn't expect a Hippo on a Zippo. A fantastic job as always Martin. Really love watching you work. True craftsmanship.
Thanks for watching Adam and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂
😮😮😮😮😅😮😮😅😅😅😮😅
Реставрация- это то что делает наш мир лучше,идя в разрез концепции потребления одноразовых вещей)
Душевно🎉
Thanks for watching and for your wise kind words.... I really appreciate it 👍🙂 cheers 🍺
The craftsmanship and the gentle humour. Unbeatable combination. Thank you.
I am amazed at your patience and endurance when restoring such small things as this mini lighter.
A magical job!
Thanks a lot 👍
The hippo and zippo difference is good.😂😂
I love the video editing of the bear winking and the woman blinking. The corny joke that led to the engraving was funny, too. Fantastic work, as always.
Зажигалочка маленькая, а работа проделана большая - вложенно сердце! Замечательно, Мартин! 👏
Thanks for watching my friend and for your kind words👍🙂🍺
Thank you , Martin ,
Klassic , !
I own lots of Zippo's , And now I want a Hippo ! 😉
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ha ha - thanks you - i thought that you are in to wolfs? 🤔😉🦛
"Size doesn't matter as long as the flame is burning"
That's actually a really good quote
Thanks ... I just came to me out of no where 🙂😉
日本からですが何時も楽しみにしています。
Your attention to detail is unreal. I could watch you restore items all day. And the winks and blinks are a nice touch as well 😉
Great work !!
thank you so much for your kind words 😊
A rainstorm and a baby hippo. Adorable.
Thanks :)
I think my fav part was when you doused the lighter in flame to work on it!!!
I like fire too!!! 🔥
❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
🔥🔥👊💖 ha ha thanks :)
Love getting the notification of a new restoration!! I’ve never seen a zippo that small and corroded, but it doesn’t matter when you get your hands on it. It’s a work of art when you are finished! Awesome restoration indeed! Keep them coming😊
thank you so much 😊
Каждое ваше видео, это результат тонкой и ювелирной работы.👍👍👍
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂
Another great restoration Martin! Nice touch with the gold plating! ....... how can you tell when a joke is a dad joke , it's a parent!
thanks so much Brian. I never heard that joke before it is pretty funny and one I will keep in mind 😂
I used to see these mini zippo styled lighters in gumball machines in the 80's 😆
Классная зажигалка 👍👍👍мы по твоему видео уже сами начнем зажигалки реставрировать
Thanks buddy :)
Мне так нравиться , что этот малыш получил вторую жизнь,а его пламя может затмить рослых коллег😄.Спасибо автору,у меня передоз милоты.🥰
thank you so much for your kind words :)
Martin that hippo was soooo cute!! That tiny lighter is beautiful and has a new life!! God has blessed you with amazing talent!! ❤
ha ha ... glad you liked this one to. And thanks for your always kind words 💖😉
🎶 This little lighter of mine
I’m gonna make it shine
Make it shine, make it shine, make it shine.🎶
Great little restoration! 🩵💙
Mindblowing restoration, Martin!!! Your ability to bring back to life vintage stuff is always a pleasure to watch. Thank you for sharing, Maestro!!!
Thanks my friend for watching another video and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍💖💖💖
Can't wait to get home from work and watch this AR
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Loved the hippo engraving 😄 great job!
thank you so much :)
What a Cute and tiny Lighter ive ever seen Before, and incradable restoration bro keep going 😊👍🏻
Thank you so much :) Yes I vas actually surprised when I got it. Its really small😅👌
Another absolutely awesome restoration my friend. Magnificent. I’m sure no one thought that little lighter would ever work again. Well done indeed. 👍👍
thank you so much I really appreciate it :)
Dear Martin,
Good to watch amazing restoration after a long gap.
Gold plating was a unique feature in this project.
Keep up the good work 👍
Thank you so much :)
Best restoration guru/genius on UA-cam. I will have to patiently watch for great videos. Didn't think they made zippo that small. I even rewatch some of ur videos to show my wife and other friends.
thank you so much Justin I appreciate it 😊
@@AwesomeRestorations ur welcome
Your patience and talents go unmatched. Amazing job 🤘
Thank you so much I really appreciate it 💖
Замечательно проделанная работа! Думаю, таких зажигалок не так много, что бы их просто выкинуть. Несмотря на детский размер, зажигалка вполне серьёзная!
Мне нравится, что Вы проводите не просто реставрацию, но ещё вносите улучшения и придаёте индивидуальность!
thank you so much for your comment 😊👍
❤Extrañaba sus... mis videos , jeje tenga presente que es el mas visto por su calidad, técnica y cuidada presentación. Gracias estoy maravillada. Desde Salta, Argentina al mundo! Que lindo día.... Bendiciones universales!🎉
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂💖
The sound effects on this one are perfect.
thank you so much glad you think so :)
You are like a skilled surgeon with your work. Your attention to detail is impeccable! Great work as always Martin!
Thank you so much :)
Приятного дня! Как всегда восхищение, 👍вы лучший👍💯
Thanks buddy :)
Amazing ! There is something very gratifying and relaxing about these videos. Great way to relax after a difficult day at the office. Thanks!
thank you so much for watching :)
today is a good day. Why our friend brings us this beautiful restoration. thank you❤❤❤❤
thank you so much :)
"Are you ready?" Adult time intro 😇
😅👌👌
Another truly Awesome Restoration Martin! It takes dedication and love to do what you do, and you do it very well! Thank you once again brother, for your great work and videos! God bless. Rev D.
God bless you too. And Thanks for your always kind words 👍🙂💖
You have magic in your hands... I think doesn't exist anything that you can't fix and restore! You are so great!!!
thank you so much Tony for your kind words 😊
The Nickel and Gold plating procedure is Awesome; to watch and to think about. It comes out looking perfect and so pleasing. Thank you for the pleasant viewing experience. It's ssSooo relaxing dude.
thank you so much I am really glad you liked it :)
Awesome as always. Love your wire dispenser animals! Enjoy the time and effort you put in your projects as well as your video editing. Also awesome to see you reply to as many comments as you do with your amount of subscribers. Not many other youtubers can say they do that. Can’t wait till the next one!
thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it :)
라이터가 너무 귀엽고, 소리도 좋고 영상도 재밌어요 항상 잘보고있어요!
The rain and thunder are helping make this video so much better!
thanks I am glad you think so 😊
The rain back round is always elegant
thanks glad you think so :)
love your lighter restorations! martin great job as always and who doesnt love fire!
Thank you so much my friend. 😉💖
I like to look at the restoration of different things. And now I was in a bad mood. In truth, I cried and came to this video in a depressed state. But your job is on a lighter and "difference between hippo and zippo "very cheered me up))
I am very happy to hear that my video could cheer you up ❤
I remember mentioning to you some time ago when you restored a Zippo lighter that my nickname in college was Zippo, because I was a cigarette smoker back in the day and carried a Zippo windproof and was always handy with my lighter, lighting cigarettes and other rolled items (1970-71) and the folks nicknamed me Zippo. I never saw one this small and it was a great restoration and engraving. I hope you and yours are healthy and safe and I'll toast you with a KC Bier Co. Munich-style Dunkel. Cheers from this old retired coot living the dream in Tennessee.
what a cool nickname 😊🔥 all good at my place, thanks, hope the same for you. Cheers my friend 🍻
Estos videos son realmente satisfactorios. ✨
Thanks :)
What the music sir ?
Now you will also be known as Master in the art of the miniatures too!!!
You never dissapoint!!!!!!
Thanks Luis 😉👍!
I liked the play on words to get you to "Baby Hippo" almost as much as the restoration, Martin.
I was surprised after all of the gunk was removed to see what looked like a steel casing. From there adding the fine layer of gold was a nice touch. It's basically a tarnish free brass look. ❤😊
Thanks Mark for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 yes it actually looked like brass. But it was cheap very thin Chinese metal🙂
@Awesome Restorations I guess that's the reason it burns like a Bunsen Burner rather than a real Zippo. Cheap and cheerful Chinese craftsmanship lol 🤣
Hii brother 🙏❤️🙏 love from India
Hey buddy - I love India back 💖 Now can you please send your 1.000.000.000. fellow citizens to watch this video? 😉💖 :)
@@AwesomeRestorations
Done ✅
Ваши видео как обычно по домашнему уютны, ну и работа конечно стоящая ❤
thank you so much for your kind words :)
Your work is astounding. But more than that your videos have an almost meditative quality. I could watch the sandblasting for hours!
thank you so much for your kind words. Yes sandblasting is really satisfying to watch :)
I was not ready for the HUGE flame LOL amazing work ❤️
Thank you! 😁
По-настоящему ювелирная работа, браво! Из куска ржавчины создать такой шедевр, у Вас талант! Спасибо за видео!
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂
Martin, your knowledge and workmanship is always "Awesome"! Plus, I agree......fire is awesome!!! 😉👍
thanks so much 🔥🔥
Another masterpieces... The restoration and the video.
Excellent Martin!
Thank you so much Juan Carlos 👌🙂
Why does a duck have feathers?.... To cover his butt quack.
Ok dad
I love you for that
🤔😅👌
That’s fowl!
@@seanwhelan6848 ok?
What are you doing up so early?
😉
A "Hippo Zippo!"
My Goddaughter just loves it.
Hi! Another phenomenal video, very dramatic moves and loving the nature sounds in the background! Thank you for showing something beautiful and letting us forget the madness around us for a few minutes
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 cheers buddy 🙂
@@AwesomeRestorations Honestly, it is an honor to get your message, it made my day!
Потрясающая подача! Отличная работа!
Thanks buddy ... I really appreciate it 👍🙂
Hey Martin! That was indeed a very small restoration...small in size, not the amount of work that went into it!
Keep up the great work on one of the best channels on UA-cam! 🍻🤘💜
Yes it was actually very challenging for my old fingers and eyes to work on such a small object 😅 Thanks buddy cheers 🍺🍺
That truly is a cute little lighter ! “Awesome” job 👍
yes it really is. 👊 thanks buddy 🍺
I sure do enjoy watching you bring items back to life!
Thanks for watching I really appreciate it 👍🙂
Absolutely amazing zen video. I won't miss any. Your work is FAR ahead of all other "restoration" videos. 99% of restorations videos on youtube are only about rough file > disc sander. The authors practically destroy all the patina, they don't bother with anything. Not you. Every thing, every object breathes again... comes to life. Your videos are elaborate, great sense of humor and results. Thanks a lot! Looking forward to seeing the next video.
Thanks for watching my friend. I really appreciate your kind words 👍 Now I got "pressure" on me before my next restoration... no huge angle grinder 😅😉👌 cheers buddy 🍺
Мартин, ура.... Как долго я тебя ждала 🤗. Пыталась представить себе эту зажигалку в своих руках👀... Такая крошечная! А после Вашего волшебства и.... Работает👍. Ах, эти руки золотые. Спасибо за видео, Мартин. Всех благ Вам и близким. До встречи. 🇷🇺
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 yes it was almost impossible for me to lid the lighter because it was so tiny🙂
@@AwesomeRestorations 💖
Боже, какая прелестная маленькая зажигалка. Вы постарались на славу😊
Yeah, Thanks for watching 👍
Very good! Excellent work!
Greetings from Colombia.
thank you so much - greetings from Sweden
You are a badass, Martin! Thanks for showing all the plating steps.
All that beer and we never see you drinking one.
thank you so much. I do drink a beer now and then but only when the camera is off 😉🍻
Hi Martin, Another sole saved from the rust trap , Fantastic , unbelievable, thank you , All the best Brian 😃
This very miniature job! I'am respect this video for my friends! Sound on background must have. Atmospheric!
thank you I am really glad you liked it :)
Thanks as always for your excellent videos dear Martin!, beautiful mini Zippo, and beautiful restoration work.
Very nice and funny engraving, in addition to the finish in gold plating very beautiful too, I send you a big hug from the south of Argentina.
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 Cheers in Argentine 🙂
Another amazing work 😍
thank you
Damn that’s a big flame! Let a little extra wick out 🫡👏🏼Great Job!!
🔥🔥 thanks a lot
This whole thing-the video production, the restoration, the hippo! Just beautiful! Big smile on my face! Bravo!!❤❤❤
Thank you so much!
Hey friend! It's amazing to see a miniature Zippo that's actually a real working lighter! Thanks for the awesome work you did and for treating us to another Awesome Restoration ❤
Hello my friend thank you so much - yes this is a fine little lighter :)
This is so cute! Wonderful artistry.
Thank you so much Kenn 👌
Martin my congratulations on another very well executed restoration, deserves a like with the greatest satisfaction.
thank you so much :)
Ill never understand how people let these cool little things waste away, but i suppose i have to appreciate it since they result in these extremely satisfying videos.
Thank you so much. Yes you are absolutely right :)
I have my Poppa's old ZIPPO from the late 60s. It's from the company he worked for, but way before he worked there. I sent it to ZIPPO, and they fixed the hinge and replaced the insides for free. I'd L❤VE to have this tiny one!!!
that cool that you have that old zippo ❤
Your videos are so hypnotic and calm to see... Thank you for them c:
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂
So much cuteness and skill in a single video.
I love the start to finish journey❤❤❤❤
thank you so much I appreciate it :)
That wire bear winking, scared me!! I thought I was hallucinating LOL
😉😉
Super cute. A tiny collectors dream item.
I think so too!
The hippo zippo joke was top tier, I laughed out loud!
Keep up the good work, man!
Thanks bro, iw ill 😉👍
wow! hes got us with TWO types of asmr. Thundersorms and restoration i love it too
Thonk 👍
So tiny! Fantastic job!
Thanks Sandie💖
Cool restoration and love the Angela White, "Are You Ready" voiceover.
many thanks Mike :)
@@AwesomeRestorations are your restorations for sale?
I really love teeny tiny things, thank you for this! It's beautiful.
thank you
I guess it was meant for me to watch this video at this very moment because there's a thunderstorm going on at this time 😊. Not only are you super talented but I really ❤your workshop too, so 😎
thank you so much for watching and for your kind words 😊
not only are you handsome, funny and you are the most talented restorer in the planet, but the end part had me tearing up. its beautiful
Wow. Thanks you so much for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 Glad you liked the end part 💖 that means a lot to me🙂
I so enjoy seeing your shop and all the different tools you have to work with. It is also a pleasure to see the care with which you work. May the care you show come back to you ten-fold!!
Much gratitude to you for taking on this interesting project and documenting it for us.
Thank you very much!
The bear: 😉
I noticed that and I dislike it only because it’s three in the morning and I can’t tell if I’m dreaming or not
@@mr.glitch6781 😂
Fr, I love the little animated parts✨
😅👌
That was cool. You're right, if it lights up, size really doesn't matter. Thank you for the video... and the great statem.
Exactly 👍