1930's lift arm lighter RESTORATION - another Ebay find
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- čas přidán 22. 06. 2019
- I this episode I’ll restore this old lift arm lighter from 1930. I think the manufacturer is called Polo. It has a bad spark, minor dents that need to be fixed and the plating is mostly gone. No extreme defects this time. I think the seller also accidentally sent me extra an lighter. I too has some minor dents and the plating is almost completely gone. The brass on both lighters is also patinated.
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The disassembly of this one was simple the wheel was attached with a tiny screw and the arm was held together by a spring and it was disassembled by only pressing the arm down and bulling it backwards, so it popped out of the slot. The spring was not attached in any way but it was just pinned between the arm and the body of the lighter.
I put all the parts in MC-51 rust remover which will also remove patina from the brass. This was followed by sanding out all the scratches and tiny dents. While sanding I also made a dent removal tool from a nail. This helped me to push some of the deeper dents back up. Whatever shallow pits were left from those, I sanded down. The wall was very thick, so this was no problem. After sanding, everything was polished. The shinier surface you have when you start plating, the better results you get. Also you can’t polish the plating too much because it’s thin. Some polishing can be done if you plate thick enough layer, like I did.
For nickel plating I used a nickel electroplating solution I’ve made myself. It’s essentially a nickel sulphate solution. I might do a tutorial on this at some point. This is still a very slow system but I want to figure it out myself rather than use a commercial system. That’s half of the fun. Cleaning the parts well before plating is essential.
After plating I gave the parts quick polish on some areas but mostly it looked fine after I had rinsed everything with water and got the black oxide off the plating.
While the plating was going on, It was several hours, also sharpened all the teeth of the wheel with a tiny file. Although it didn’t take many strokes on each teeth this took a good while because they were so tiny.
On previous video someone commented that I should have the wick running trough the whole lighter and before putting the cotton in and then cut it in length afterwards. This seemed to work well. Almost all comment are red and tip are listened although I don’t have time to answer most of them.
Thanks for reading all the way trough. If you have questions, leave a comment. I might answer or not, I get a lot of comments and questions so I can't answer all but I try to read it all and answer a few every day. - Jak na to + styl
He refuses to break character and speak...
*Even when he sETS HIMSELF ON FIRE!!!*
Finns dont talk much.
Maddox Ryan it’s not the first time he’s set himself on fire in a video lmao.
Imbe how do you know he’s finnish
He has spoken before I think
@@muffinman3111 when he uses newspaper as a drop cloth you can tell by the lettering.
Bro, your hand was in fire and you didn't make a sound... Your mental strength it's on another level.
Dude: flicks open lighter
Me: nice
Dude: *hand catches fire*
Me: not nice
Dude: *IMMEDIATELY TRIES AGAIN*
Me: *NICE*
noice
Hahaha, OMG that was amazing!
Griffin Otte Lol when I read this comment, I couldn’t help hearing it in the voices of the surfer turtles on finding Nemo 😂🤦♀️ haha no earthly idea why, but yea. Smh
@@ashleyfalcon125 I think its because of the "dude" lmaooo you made my comment so much better
Had that happen. 🤒
This dude is on pace to have a hundred years worth of refurbished lighters...
But wouldn't only one lighter would last hundred years in my hands?
Unless he uses crystal meth, then it would only last about a week! Lol
He should auction them off or something.
Odd Tinkering here’s a idea restore a old g i joe figure (you dont have to
i can't help but admire your dedication to buying stuff that has subscribe written in text inside it.
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Oh look, it's the knife from last ep-and there it goes
Well, it's made to be used and a few comments were doubting if it could take a fall. I can always re-restore it ;)
Odd Tinkering I would do everything in the world for an old lighter like that😍
I love your subtle humor
I’m on the downhill side of life... I grew up a cowboy on a cattle and sheep ranch in New Mexico (25000+ acres), not as big as you might think, our neighbors ranch had 792,000 acres! Most of the old cowboys smoked and many of the real old timers rolled their smokes. Went on to to the Navy, go figure..., then worked for Apple, IMB and then flew for the airlines then retired. Now I build custom homes and am busier today than I can imagine...... so busy I long for something simpler.... something that takes my mind off of the myriad of issues that arise every day, 7 days a week. Well, I can’t tell you why but watching you restore these lighters and the funny way you pull it all together..... well it’s helps get my mind off of my crazy world. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. Maybe, if it’s possible try to learn a little about the history or manufacturer of the lighters. It would be nice to know who made them and what years they were in production.
I love that as soon as his hand is no longer on fire he picks it up and tries it again immediately.
MC-51 should be sponsoring all you restorers! Every restoration channel I watch that's all they use!
I realize what it is I love about your videos. It's a combination of the interesting projects, great humor, (The 'Subscribe' paper made me laugh out loud) and the ASMR experience. It reminds me of watching my favorite uncle work in his workshop while telling me stories as a kid. Thank you for the feels!
Why are old lighters so cool?
I think it's because of the mechanisms and often beautiful design. And the contrast to modern (read BIC) lighters
@@OddTinkering True, this is so profoundly true that it makes me sad...
Because they were built to last. When you bought a lighter back in the day, it was meant to last you many years.
@@j.peters1222 not just back in the day, plenty of high quality lighters still exist. S. T. Dupont comes to mind as exceptional quality for lighters. That gatsby ping can't be beat.
@@j.peters1222 just like new lighters nothing changed
Not that you’re boring, but these videos help me fall asleep really fast.
Who also cringed when he threw the pocket knife? Every time the rust remover plate is on screen I think "Here comes the rust jacuzzi". Great video as always!!!
Cringed? I laughed my head off. He was taking the piss out of macho types, did you see how he opened the parcel? Barbarically. Did you see how he threw the wires? Only a real man throws wires like that. Also the water tub needs retiring. It looks as if it survived some sort of apocalypse.
That grinding and sanding sound are like lullaby to me.. Thanks to u i sleep better now..
i swear your content is by far one of the few which is pure, genuine and straightforward content which i love. keep up the good work man 🤟🏼🤟🏼
Thanks man!
I enjoy how he just slides/throws things across the screen constantly lol looks like he has as much fun doing this as we do watching it
Watching all these videos showing the different styles of old lighters, makes me realise what a good, simple, practical design Zippo invented.
Yeah pulling cotton out of a stuffed animal of a beast you'll never get back in, smoke up Johnny
Yep. Electrical items do tend to work much better with electricity applied :) I just had to say that....:)
Yes, I noticed. Sometimes that sort of stuff happens when you're too concentrated on filming and getting all the other wires right
wait,you're supposed to plug that in when using electrical item?
So what youre telling me is, is that I need electricity to power electrical appliances? No wonder I havent had power in years, thought I could run my house on a steam engine.
I was cooking some pinto beans in a crock pot. Checked on them several hours later. Not hot. Forgot to plug it in. Supper was sandwiches that night. Beans next night. Lol
this is just realy weird ASMR i like it
I often accidently fall asleep while watching these videos
Imo this is more 'normal' asmr than the overabundant girl-whispering-in-your-ear, roleplay, and excessive touchy, tappy, triggery asmr. I can't watch that shit no more so baumgartner restoration and odd tinkering it is!
@@NuclearTopSpot Ephemeral Rift Is unique but really good to listen to!
Pink im not a teen but i like me some tiddy asmr chicks tho
this is the proper asmr.. the others like licking a pencil noise is the weird one
5:20 Dude, where are your legs in that shot??? Are you floating?
Haha 😂
He's a goddamn wizard blacksmith!!!
No magic remember the cotton
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Sweet more lighters! I guess you could say it's pretty _lit_ that you got two of these badboys
end me now
Owen Milford end me know?
That ending was actually fire.
Your subtle touches of comedy are simply priceless
Him: *cuts open the package with a sharp knife*
Me: "YEP SIGNS OF A PSYCHOPATH"
I love old lighters. I’ve started collecting them sand these videos are a big reason why. 👍🏻
Ah I see a certain army knife you restored using bottle caps as a handle! Annnnd you just toss it to the side like it's nothing.
If it breaks he can restore it again
I love the dramatic moments from throwing the envelope off the table to the slamming of wires to the final fist pound and striking of the lighter...Excellent!!
The way he opened that package was so badass
Lovely job, I've just sent my brass zippo (Falklands war) to be fixed, I should have sent it to you.
I've seen couple of Zippos repaired with the Zippo guarantee. I was not impressed with what was done with the hinges, but then again I don't even have a spot welder to try to change the hinges myself
The best thing about this channel is the lack of obnoxious intro music. Feels more mature and a breath of fresh air compared to other channels! It’s much better to listen to the tools and the actual sounds of the different restorations! Absolutely great content here! 👍
Yes,why are old lighters so cool ?
I can see why you enjoy bring them back to life. Your very good !
FINALLY a lighter restoration video where the lighter is re-plated. Thank you!. (Removing the plating and polishing the brass isn't a restoration!) Nicely done!
I did that on last lighter video too
@@OddTinkering I'll make sure to watch that one too!
That's such an incredibly cool lighter! Awesome restoration, love these videos.
Thanks Karl!
Super restoration! It’s a really cool lighter. I think a vintage lighter has class.
No one:
Cameras: Hocus pocus i've lost my focus
(panpipes play)
Haha I love this comment😆
4 minutes and I still cant be the first to tell you you're awesome...You and a couple others inspired me to make this a new hobby
Great! Always cool to hear that I've inspired someone
I love seeing old things get restored back to almost new
hi, thanks for the upload, these videos are so fascinating to watch.
Thanks.
bOss Senpai franku
To work that flint with a file - you are a patient, patient man. The end result was awesome. :o)
Love the action shots. Another GREAT restore.
Man, I was enjoying the peace and quiet and then
"HONEY IS A FREE BROWSING APP-"
Lemmej ust listen to my favorite ASMR CZcams, jeez! But really man, love these videos!
I´m very happy, that you reuse the rust remover solution.
Great work as always. Nice to see how your videos have progressed over the months. Keep it up.
I love all of your videos! They help me with my anxiety🙂 the way you film and edit is one of the best that I've seen in restoration videos. You really make it understandable as to what your doing and why, and I have no experience with restoration, which is why your videos are so relaxing❤️ keep up the good work!!!
Oooh I have a new concept idea for videos! Maybe you could purchase old locks and then clean them up and look at the pins on the inside to create a new key for it! That’d be such a cool video to watch!
Sounds interesting! ...and challenging
Odd Tinkering keep up the good work, I love your videos so much!
he did something like that. :-)
@@neinzukorruption9321 I know :D
@@jefferblue8617 ah... :-)
I enjoyed this, and have learned a few things about old lighters - but mostly that they are indestructible, and all rust can be removed. All. Rust. Greatly interested in seeing more restoration content!!! Love it!
I like the way you throw things all over your workplace. I also like the job you did on that lighter.
Im glad most of your videos seem to be doing very well. You're good at what you do.
Nice work. A magic show? Hell yes, getting those old lighters back to working and looking sweet is magic. I'm impressed with your gift of tinkering. Zippo is gonna be pissed, they were counting on people buying new ones, not fixing them. lol
I can't get enough of these videos... seriously.
YESS!!!😀😀😀...i love watching your videos I learn something every time!!!
I love the different designs of early lighters. It's fascinating to see the different approaches that manufactures took before the market settled on the Zippo design in the 40s and 50s.
Am I the only one who prefers the rusty look, as long as the lighters work like they're brand new
I have just discovered your videos and I love watching them.
You have incredible attention to detail. Bravo.
this is really good. I have a bunch of similar lighters to these that are in the same condition and this is pretty much a step by step guide to making them work again. thanks!
6:10 I love how the water has melted/disolved the top of that bowl you are using ;)
16:32 - love the panic haha. Great job mate.
I’ve got old lighters in my collection. This lighter is from the 1920 and is an amazing piece of history
This is the best restoration channel on youtube, awesome videos
Amazing video!!
You are very cool.
Cheers.
👍👍👍
I restore the same lighter a few days ago. It´s a beautifull piece of art. Very classy
lol at the "action shots" when he went to turn on the electronics for Nickel plating...solid camera work and effects.
You do such great work. Lighter came out so pretty.🙂
Thanks!
Great work 😊👌
Thanks mate!
I love these old school lighters. They need to come into vogue
The number of current tobacco users would say otherwise. Definitely it as high as in the day when this lighter was used but definitely still TONS of tobacco users
Thanks for the upload, have a good day!
Hell Yeah! Dude you open envelopes like a absolute Boss 😂👍🏽
Nicely done, sir
Nice restoration love your videos and funny moves
I love that you keep setting yourself on fire... It's becoming a theme for your videos and I like the suspense, you never know when you're going to burst into flames¡! LoL Keep up the great work... Always a good watch.
yeah, trully running gag
I wish I could buy one of the lighters he redo’s. Especially the Imco 4200 squeeze one. I enjoy his videos.
Nice work, done with good houmor, as always. BRAVO,my boy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Beautiful piece
Great videos I really love the work you do and how funny your videos can be awesome job!
Fantastic content! Subscribed!
I never understood the draw of ASMR until I found this little corner of the Internet. love these restorations, they are very calming 😊
Thanks!
Nice restoration!
Excelente trabajo! No me canso de ver tus videos.👏👏
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Well done. Very enjoyable to watch the old be restored.
Man you are Awesome, love you work.
So cool, I was looking specifically for lift arm lighter repairs (like willow from don’t starve) and turned out you already made a video about it! Thanks OT :D
Great Job, Odd Tinker! I collect old lighters, well I collect a lot of lighters. Great to see another enthusiast. Thought perhaps the old flint was set up in the tube, which you see a lot. Then someone picks it up and shoves another flint in behind the blockage. We come along and and unscrew the plug and the spring goes flying. Great videos! I subscribed.
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Thanks!
I have a very similar lighter. A ladies version... smaller. I love it, it still works. I changed the flint too, but the rest is still in perfect order. Interesting vid.
Best restorations on the site 🚫🧢
Thanks!
Arh ! a good Polo lift arm, it worth at least 40~50 dollars now I think.
Old lighters are cool, satisfying and elegant; I got myself a 1930's luxour lift arm for about 70 dollars, beautiful.
Great job lighter came out awesome looking. Gotta love it when you get to much lighter fluid in the lighter happens to me sometimes lol
just got an old lighter to restore after watching you, tsty tube, and others. and so an expensive hobby begins...
Haha, some of the other items are more expensive but, yes some of these are really expensive
I WANT ONE!!! I LOVE THESE VINTAGE LIGHTERS
Toujours un plaisir de regarder tes vidéos, merci et continu comme ça c'est excellent !!
Nice work brother
this guy is dedicated for the laughs, like setting yourself on fire with lighter fluid is a whole new level. but i still enjoyed the content lol.
thank you, i like the flintwheel sharpening trick, ive been looking for weeks for a new wheel for my polo thats proved impossible to find if your not in the lighter brigade, im off to the shed and find my jewelers files
Well I think your doing an incredible job your videos are great and well edited and I think that although lighters are super fun to watch you restore
I hope everything keeps going the way it is for you
I hope so too, this one is starting as well as my other lighter videos... Maybe the internet has had enough lighter restorations :D
I wouldn't say it's the best finished one you've done but at least you gave it a go so more power to you.
Peace
Like it..Nice Work and the nickel plating was cool. Yep a bit to much fluid and it was a good thing you didn't have it in your pocket, I had a few burn my leg from leaking. But I don't use one anymore. Peace
Nice job!
Ah man, I love these videos, I wish I could buy half the stuff you restore!
Thanks! I'm not selling anything right now. I may have something I might sell or give away. I bought 3 similar items but I've been waiting for the parts for 2 months or something...
@@OddTinkering That'd be sick!!