Hey Terry, I'm glad you like it. Diamond makes a large variety of pliers. I have a few different ones and always pick them up when I see them. Take care and we'll see ya soon.
Thanks Little Brother. I usually have a few projects going at the same time so why not combine them...Plus I'm trying to get the shop sorted before my wood stove goes in.
That was a cool tool medley. I really liked the hammer. Whenever I see stain being used I think: ScoutCrafter = Gunstock, 357magdad = Bombay Mahogany, Uwannawatch = 209. 😬🤓
Hey Jack, to be honest with you I don't like any of the Hercules paper. It just doesn't hold up and it doesn't feel right. that 600 sands more like a 1000.
Great job on all three my friend. I really like the adjustable wrench, it just looks cool. I still have to try that 209 Natural stain on a project and I have the perfect one in mind. Sometimes there is no option but to take the failing chrome off, those pliers look great as well. Thanks for the video.
Thanks Fred G! Those S wrenches are pretty bad @ss. Oh..I can't wait to see what you do with the 209.yep sometimes you just gotta bring it back to the natural finish.
I use a new hard wax oil on all my wood handles now instead of varnish. It soaks in and dries hard and you buff it. , it just brings out the natural colour of the wood. The best thing is it, doesn’t chip or flake off and you can just put another coat on anytime . Cheers from AUS 🦘🇦🇺
@@Uwannawatch it’s made by a company called FIDDES, it’s called Hard Wax Oil . It’s a blend of natural oils and waxes. Meant for furniture and floors in home interiors, but does a great job on my restored tool handles and the 100 year old polished red gum wood in my work bench .
The hammer is gorgeous. I love the handle. I'm surprised the soft blow heads are not removable for replacement on what was most likely a very expensive hammer. I like the medley format. The pliers and wrench are perfect. Thanks George
Thanks Michael, I was surprised too when I tried to remove them and they didn't budge. I can't imagine what this hammer cost new. I'm glad you are enjoying this format. I usually have a couple of projects going on at once so I thought why not? I am still working on that mower btw..Sorry it's taking so long but we'll get there.
Thanks Brother! Hey are there any games you are looking for? I'm always at the Market so if there's any you are hunting let me know I'll keep an eye out.
Hey !George vraiment une très belle restauration.Le marteau 🔨 est superbe. La clé d'installateur est resortie prête à l'emploi. La clé en S aussi est vraiment bien nettoyée, de quoi rejoindre le mur avec ses copines. ❤
Nice job on those tools. It's always nicer to use a cleaned up tool than a rusty and dirty one. I like the hand tool videos because I find I'm more likely to use them than power tools. The S wrench turned out very well. Old tools can be tougher to deal with just because of their age. My experience is that the thumb wheel pins can be a real headache sometimes.
@@patjohnson3100 Thanks Pat!I totally agree. I'd rather use hand tools myself as well for a lot of things. The old tools are a bit of work sometimes but we know they are better than the new ones so that's why we do it ,right? Oh those pins can certainly be a pain. Take care and we'll see you soon.
Thank You Mr. John! I like that hammer and that was probably the most rewarding out of this little tool medley. There was so much grime on that handle.
The nylon hammer end came out great, I use plastic polishing pads, give em a try, pretty cheap on Amazon , they work well in my experience. Beautiful job on the handle.🙂 I love the “rugged and rough” look, tbf that what I’m about, making tools work again without making them into a showpiece…. Great video 🇺🇸🇬🇧
Hey Captain Ivan, Thanks! That Blue point was my favorite out of this medley. It's a first for me and the pick it came from was pretty special. Take it easy youngster, catch up with you later.
The nylon hammer end came out great, I use plastic polishing pads, give em a try, pretty cheap on Amazon , they work well in my experience. Beautiful job on the handle.🙂 I love the “rugged and rough” look, tbf that what I’m about, making tools work again without making them into a showpiece…. Great video 🇺🇸🇬🇧
Is that the Zinger product? If so I used to use that a lot but about 5 years ago they must have changed something in it because I started to get a lot of fish eyes.Or it Could have been environmental issues.
I Bought Me A Sdjustable Wrench At The Thriftstore. All It Needed Was A Little Lukas Red Grease Wich Turned Redish Brown From The Rust & Me Turning The Thumbwheel & A Tiny Bit Of WD40 After I Got Through With It The Napkin Was A Redish Rusty Brown. Not A Spot Of Rust InThe Thumb Wheel
If you hit those hammer heads with 1000, then 3000, then automotive compound, they’ll be crystal clear. I have one just like it. I can’t take my eyes off it. It’s a spectacular piece with crystal heads (they retain their color but become completely see through)
Hey Dave Thank You! I'm glad you had a good time. My biggest job hazard to my beard is the auger while clearing drains. Thanks for checking in Brother. Take care see ya soon.
I Also Scored A Crap Load Of Ellen Wrenches. At The Thriftstore. They're Not Rusted Too Bad But With The wire Wheel On My New Drill Press It Won't Be Too Hard To Remove The Rust Off Of Them.
Tidy job on those, my friend. The little wrench is my favourite, not sure if it's my vivid imagination but a lot of these old wrenches remind me of Alien! My mind is a strange place sometimes.
Great video brother. Those tools cleaned up beautifully. Getting the old chrome off the plumbing pliers is the only way to go sometimes. Seemed to work out well for you though. I got all excited recently when I found a 12” shifting spanner. It had Diamond cast into the handle. I was very pleased with myself until I cleaned it up and found a “Made in China” on it. Still found a use for it though. Gave it to my youngest son as he is always “borrowing” my 12” shifter left to me by my dad and holding it to ransom for a year of three. 😂😂😂
Thanks Brother! Yep the chrome had to go but that's ok you know I like that natural look. I see those diamond marked tools here and they have gotten me to. That's funny a year or three.🤣🤣. I think at that point you just gotta accept that it's not coming back. Take care and give our love to the family.
The S wrench is very cool!! I picked up several cans of natural stain as part of a lot from an estate sale. (Here take these boxes of paint and stain if you can use them, nobody seems to want to buy them) I really never have used it or even thought about it. This weekend Im gonna try it!! (unless I get called out to work) Its a 100+ degree week here so hopefully its a little better for you up there on the other end of the country!! Stay safe brother!!
Hey Patrick! I hope you get a chance to try that stain out and hope you get to enjoy your weekend. I go on call Friday night for the week. Don't be jealous we have had a couple of nice days.High of 80 low around 55..But next week we are gonna be back to the 90's.. Take care Brother and catch up with you later.
I often find that any abrasive grit can fog up anything plastic if you scrub it to hard. any of those plastic like screwdriver or chisel handles, I usually i just polish them with isopropyl or paint thinner just to try and make them glossy. it may be the case that you can super fine grit and wet polish them back to perfection but I never dabbled in any of that!!! keep these awesome videos comin!!!
Hey It's been a while good to hear from you. I have a super fine polish paste it is like a 6,000 grit but i have no clue where it is. I have been reorganizing my shop a bit. When i find it I'll give a little demo. Thanks for the awesome support. It means a lot I truly appreciate it!
Good cleanups. I identify with this video because I seem to use hand tools more than power tools, and its a lot nicer to use clean tools than rusty ones. The S wrench looks really good. Old tools can be a challenge and a hassle, especially the rusty, stuck thumbwheel pins. I'm glad the pin in your wrench surrendered.
Hey Pat Thanks! I use a lot of hand tools as well. There's just something about it that I find relaxing. and more enjoyable. You are right about these old tools being a challenge sometimes. But it is so worth it in the end when you can use them. Those thumb wheels I always prepare myself for the worst with them., and sometimes they surprise you and cooperate. Take care Buddy. see ya soon.
Good video George! Quality tools nicely cleaned up, not over the top, they look just like they should in my opinion, I enjoyed every minute of the video!
Thanks Mr. Bill! I really appreciate that Brother! I'm looking forward to see what you get up to next. Never know what you are gonna show us. See ya later.
dude please watch that beard with the wire wheel!! i saw a few hairs flapping dangerously close. im sure you know this already but man its nothing to play with
I’ll tell you how to fix that sticky spot. Pull out the movable jaw, color the internal diameter of the channel that the movable jaw slides in with Sharpie or Dykem - something easily removed when done. Now reinsert the movable jaw and work it through the sticking point. The sharpie/dye will transfer to the movable jaw where material needs to be removed. Take a diamond file and file away the transferred color. Repeat until desired smoothness has been achieved. I did this with one of those rare double-ended adjustable wrenches and it is now my favorite wrench because I can spin the wheel easily with one thumb/finger. Absolutely recommend giving that a try, you will be impressed with how well it works after.
Thanks John! I like these little S wrenches. I saw a whole set listed on Facebook but they were way outta my price range. Maybe I'll come across some more at the Flea market.
I just bought my first oiler recently but don’t know how to restore it or even use it. It’s an Eagle. Would love to see you restore one or give some info on how to use an oiler; filling it, dispensing the liquid, etc
It depends on the finish and the condition. Most important make sure the bottom is solid and it has a good seal.. they have a thin tin bottom that's what you press to dispense the oil , only fill 3/4 full to allow for expansion. I have a couple of oiler videos.
Hey, George enjoy your channel and videos. Can you please tell me where I could get one of those work bench matts you have in your shop on the video, or a link where to pick up one? I see a few guys who make videos on tool restoration have them. I'd like to get one for my tool restoration area. Thanks man.
Thank you! it's a Fiskars crafting mat. I think my wife ordered it off Amazon or Wal Mart. Just double check it's the size you want before you check out.
One of these days that grinder is going to grab your beard when someone calls your name and you turn in a way that you have never turned before. Seen it happen too many times
@@Uwannawatch well, I mean, if you’re going for terminal length so you can be like Jack Passion and compete in the WBMC, don’t trim it on my account but instead just tie it back (or wear an apron and tuck it into the shop apron). I love a man with a good beard, but watching those hairs wave from the air being moved by the grinder was scary 🫣
I’ve restored adjustable wrenches before. It gives me pleasure seeing someone else go through the steps. Makes it seem less insane the amount of attention required to salvage them. Too many people using them as hammers or dropping them, thinking they are indestructible when I find that to be far from the truth.
