Ornate 1890s Mortise Lock Set Restoration | Random Restoration
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Күн бұрынWelcome! In today's video I will be restoring this rare old 1890s P.& F. Corbin Ceylon double key entry mortise lock. Shocking, right? another door hardware restoration.
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I started this restoration by disassembling this lovely old lock. After removing all of the awful rusty and greasy parts I promptly moved onto paint stripping - And there was A LOT of paint to strip. Following that the parts were cleaned and were in dire need of some rust removal. I soaked the non brass parts in rust remover for a few days to loosen up any remaining paint, and to make sure there was no rust left.
While waiting for the rust remover to do its magic I decided to move onto polishing brass. I say that, but the door knobs and escutcheon plates are actually bronze. Anyways, I ended up spending several hours polishing them, with great results! Then I moved on to cutting keys for the lock. This process took a long time, but with the help of a variety of metal files and a lot of sanding later I ended up with some
Then I moved on to the small parts. The brass/bronze parts were polished, then I moved onto bluing steel. More specifically cold bluing. The rest of the small parts got a solid amount of nickel plating. Afterwards I moved onto the ornate bronze face of the mortice lock, which had a bit of damage. I had to figure out how to repair it without compromising the design, but with a few hours of careful sanding later it was looking almost perfect. It was then polished. Then I moved onto painting - Both the mortise lock and the recessed areas around the wrought bronze designs.
I always find a nice rusty restoration project to be the most satisfying to restore, and this one certainly had plenty of rust - and much, much more! It may not have been quite a perfect restoration, as there were some minor imperfections that I couldn't fix, but I knew it would make for an awesome restoration video regardless of the inevitable small flaws!
These entry Ceylon mortise locks are quite hard to find - especially ones that are in good shape. I had to look every day for many months to find this set, but I'm very glad I found it. This is one of those restorations that I've been looking forward to for a long time. If you're familiar with my restoration videos you'll know I have restored mortise locks in the past, but after my first mortise lock restoration and mortise lock repair video I really wanted to focus on one lock vs the ten or so that I did in my previous video. Quality over quantity was certainly my mentality this time 'round.
Time Stamps:
0:00 Welcome!
1:32 Disassembly Begins
4:51 After Disassembly
5:24 Paint Stripping
6:20 Some Rust Remover Stuff
6:53 Exploring Some Old Catalogs
7:46 Cleaning and Polishing
10:11 Cutting New Keys
12:32 Working on Small Parts
13:36 Bluing Parts
14:27 Nickel Plating Parts
15:33 Sanding Damage and Polishing
16:25 Paint Prep
16:56 Painting
20:07 Reassembly
24:16 Before and After
25:13 Chiseling Time
26:08 Testing It Out
27:20 Thanks for Watching!
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@lockeyestlocksmith2349 2 жыл бұрын
As a third generation Locksmith I have some history for you . The black finish on your Mortise Lock was called japanning,, it was black enamel that the cases were dipped in after they were cast , after Cooling a Bit the cases were dipped in enamel. The castings were still hot, this sped up The drying time , The two key holes are called, the maids Key(top hole) and the master ( bottom hole) The bottom keyway control the deadbolt, the top keyway Control the latch, this is a bit key lock, Not called a skeleton key lock, A skeleton key is a slang term referring to a master key, key that fits a group of Locks , Like most front door locks on the older houses it has a carpet bagger function with the two buttons on the end of the lock, Lock face , this enables you to lock the outside knob or handle, to keep carpet baggers from barging in your house setting up in your parlor and trying to sell you something that you didn't want, forcing you to go get the shotgun and escort him out of the house. They were annoying. The maids key allowed her to bypass the locked outside knob and gain entry into the house. The masters key lock the deadbolt to Lock the maid out.This 1880s lock had a toggle to activate the maids lock. Instead of buttons which became the norm as time went on. I have seen Lock Hardware catalogs from 1900 that showed you hundreds of styles of this type of lock. Your restoration skills are top notch, my hats off to you.!
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Hey man I appreciate the comment, thanks for all the info! I've learned a lot more about hardware since making this video, and even recently (well probably a month ago now) re-japanned a mortise lock for an upcoming video, but that project won't be done for some time since there's still a huge amount of work to do. I can say it's definitely not as easy as simply painting everything, especially since I applied it with a brush rather than dipping it which would be a lot more efficient haha. I recently went back to this mortise lock and replaced the single large spring I used with two separate springs - I realized when looking at a picture of the interior of it that with two springs the latch bolt would be tensioned separately from the stiffer spring for the hub, and after that quickish fix it's a really smoothly operating lock! It's odd that this set did have a split hub but not a swivel spindle, but I guess maybe the spindle was replaced in the past. Thank you very much for watching!
@glencabbage52 3 жыл бұрын
When I was 20, watching this would have put me to sleep. Now that I'm 50, I sat here on the edge of my seat and couldn't wait to see you put the inside guts all back together. That's some mighty fine work, sir.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
hahaha I'm glad you stuck around to the end! Thanks for the kind words, Glen!
@healinbeet 3 жыл бұрын
What does it mean if I'm 20 and excitedly watching this....?
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@healinbeet I say that means is you have impeccable taste! Just don't tell your friends what you were watching this weekend, as they may question your sanity hahaha
@cadiman56 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 45 and I loved this video....even in my 20's I would have enjoyed it. I have an old one very similar to that one, and now i have a project!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@cadiman56 Thanks a lot! Enjoy your new project, and good luck!
@houseonahillok 5 ай бұрын
The repeated key cutting until it worked was so satisfying to watch.
@marybraxton7579 2 жыл бұрын
Ellis, is correct about older people, I am 87 and I like older things especially when they have been restored and you do a beautiful job. I like your comments. Take care and keep up the fabulous work.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it, Mary! I absolutely love old items like these and will definitely continue to bring them back to their former glory. Thanks a lot for watching!
@jimcook3448 3 жыл бұрын
Nobody could over engineer something like the Victorians could and only they could make a simple functioning item that almost nobody would have taken notice of, so beautiful. Brilliant restoration job, Sir.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Haha right! These thing were definitely built to last a lifetime and then some. Thank you very much, Jim!
@davidcovington901 3 жыл бұрын
Saw the yellow basket, knew you are an EvapoRust cult member like myself. Have never seen prettier work! Museums need you. I was sad about hiding your work in a door, then saw your excellent display idea. Black and brass look so grand! Thanks for all the witty remarks, keeps us on our toes and deletes any grimness one might feel. Stay whimsical! (Whimsicle?)
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, I am a fellow EvapoRust fan for sure. Thank you so much for the kind words! I agree, brass with a back background really makes the lovely design pop. Thanks for watching!
@TufLuvMom Жыл бұрын
I'm in Covina, CA living in my 102 year young house, I've cleaned and oiled all 9 mortise lock sets. They need to be polished again. I love all of your work.
@randomrestoration6858 Жыл бұрын
Awesome! With proper care these old locks will last many lifetimes - Sounds like yours are in good hands! I appreciate it!
@NitroModelsAndComics 3 жыл бұрын
I grew up here in New Bedford Mass in a house that was built in 1779. The doors on the first floor are solid mahogany that are 4ft wide by 7-1/2 feet tall. The hardware came from England and is so ornate it could be considered jewelry. The hinges on those doors are 10 inches long each [there are three per door.]. The keys to these doors are so over the top ornate that when the Historic society came to certify the house [I call them the Hysterical Society], the alleged expert had simply never seen anything like them. This house deserves its own tour really but I lived there for many years and had a 7 foot wide fire place [with baking hearth] in my bedroom. Floor to ceiling [11 ft ceilings] windows with built in shutters. The list goes on and on. It was fun to watch this video knowing what I know about how hard people worked to make things that would last centuries, not decades.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment, Robert! That certainly sounds like a truly lovely house. Agreed, these things are so simple, reliable and will last hundreds of years without any problems other than needing to replace a spring here and there. Thank you so much for watching!
@troy9327 3 жыл бұрын
When I'm repainting old homes this is my favorite things to do. Having old hardware restored makes a big difference. But I rarely get to work on nice brass hardware like this, it's usually the even older iron and porcelain enamel type. I wish I could go to the level of detail you did here, this is awesome!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
It makes a huge difference indeed. A lot of hardware from this time period wasn’t brass or bronze which is too bad, but still fun to work on nonetheless! Thanks for watching!
@Joe1935429 3 жыл бұрын
the old porcelain enamel is a beautiful restoration.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@Joe1935429 It is indeed!
@jaytrace1006 3 жыл бұрын
I was enthralled by this video. I wish we could have nice things like this today, but most of us are knuckleheads. Thank you for posting this...
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, Jay! It really is a shame that things like this, both in terms of style and reliability, simply don't exist these days.
@JesusMartinez-kf3wj 2 ай бұрын
Woooow!!! Speechless!! And great humor😂
@randomrestoration6858 2 ай бұрын
Thanks a bunch!
@georgebrown8312 2 жыл бұрын
Good job restoring the old lockset, knobs, and all. Good job making new keys for it, too. Well done.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Hey thank you very much, George! I'm a huge fan of this design, the door knobs especially. Thanks for watching!
@scottkalisch2144 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful the original manufacturer would be proud! So nice to see you in this day and age somebody that actually takes pride in their work
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind words, Scott!
@eclecticadventurer 3 жыл бұрын
As a collector of skeleton keys and key locks. This is a phenomenal restoration. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the kind words!
@leh3827 3 жыл бұрын
I love it. I want one. I will be looming through old houses. Breathtaking.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Although this lockset isn’t too terribly common with enough searching I’m sure you’ll be able to get your hands on a set. Thanks for watching!
@billbright1755 3 жыл бұрын
“ just one key unlocks them both its there at your command “ 🚪 Beautifully designed and constructed piece of engineering. Quality not found any longer. True artisans of lock and key works. I recently found a Corbin set from 1889 set abandoned. 140 years and it still functions as new. Ornate beauty unmatched. A custom order for a fabulous hotel. A home with such an entry latch would be blessed indeed.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
I 100% agree with you there, Bill! The amount of effort that went into all aspects this lock set is far greater than what you’d ever find today. No surprise that you found a set that age still functioning perfectly! Thanks for watching!
@billbright1755 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Oh thank you my friend your skills at restoration are obviously grand. Only some remnant sections of the hotel I spoke are still in original situation of but to historical minded people the place was magical. A time when hands on crafting with basic tools was paramount. The place had hundreds of beautiful hinges and doors with such Corbin hardware as this example. Finely made cast iron radiators powered by a central coal boiler building and also steam electric generators for the then brand new electric lighting systems. Fine wood work such as interior details were artworks of carpentry skill, stained glass windows abounded in this marvelous setting also a fantasy type design of the entire resort. A fabulous natural hot spring water natatorium was also included. A beautiful landscape of the nursery men’s work completed the already beautiful setting. To stroll the grounds on a pleasant spring morning in 1891 would have been an unimaginable treasure to a historian of America 🇺🇸. A time we will never experience again. We who appreciate quality are taken back by our ancestors who achieved such wonderful work. Thank you for your efforts to restore such proud artifacts.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@billbright1755 I always think about the old homes/businesses that this sort of hardware was removed from and wonder what they must have looked like new. I’m sure it was spectacular! Thanks for the comment and kind words!
@paular6759 3 жыл бұрын
I came for the restoration, and stayed for the production value. I love your balance of humor and helpfulness, both in the captions and how you film things. The time and effort you put into editing really shows, and I'll be watching and sharing your entire library!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the very kind kind words, Paula! I have some very cool restorations like this one coming up in the near future, so stay tuned!
@Darthbelal 3 жыл бұрын
From something no one would've looked at twice, thrown out or sold for scrap, to a work of functional art. Stunningly beautiful and something someone would love to have to shut out the home office/library or their private collection of expensive works of art.....
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! I’m sure plenty of people out there would love to have a beautiful lock set like this!
@marcmckenzie5110 3 жыл бұрын
Growing up in rural Kansas, are used many lock-sets like this - but none of them looked as beautiful. It’s sad, that we are such a throwaway society, that we have lost beautiful work like this that existed in a great many buildings and homes. I especially miss the old keys. Many years ago, I had a ring with dozens of such keys. Beautiful job, and thanks for a sweet memory.🙏🏼
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Marc! You are very correct. Not only is it odd that there really isn't a modern day equivalent to this style, I hate to think about all the doors with hardware like this that have been replaced and carelessly thrown out, being replaced a new door that has new hardware. The old keys may be a bit bulky, but are very cool indeed! Thanks a lot for watching!
@bryanholden6487 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 70 and sit in wonder at your skill, patience and knowledge. I'm off to bed now, for a good night's sleep. Thank you!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, I appreciate it, Bryan! I’m currently working on another ornate (this time broken) 1890s lockset from a different company. It’ll be the video after my next upload, so stay tuned!
@bryanholden6487 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 I'll look forward to that one, Radek, (is that correct?)
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@bryanholden6487 Radek is a very familiar name for some reason, I’m guessing it has to be another restoration channel that we’ve both watched? Long story short though, I’m Mac.
@bryanholden6487 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Thanks Mac :-)
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@bryanholden6487 You bet!
@yyspitz 3 жыл бұрын
Plant those seeds!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Right! Who knows if these mystery seeds would grow or not haha. Thanks for watching!
@HollyMoore-wo2mh 3 жыл бұрын
lol -143 year old sunflower seeds..... lol
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@HollyMoore-wo2mh Just what the doctor ordered haha
@Emilia-os2vw 2 жыл бұрын
Those are sunflower seeds, how did they get in there??
@deanledford5661 3 жыл бұрын
All that tells me people, about his nails yall, is that right there tells me, that's a working skilled man right there and deserves all the respect for his creativity and love for his likes.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Reuben!
@user-uo8xv2qr4p 2 жыл бұрын
Однозначно лайк и подписка. Работа стоит внимания. Жду следующих видио👏👏👏
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Привет, большое спасибо! У меня запланировано еще много видео 😁
@ibrahiymghany5144 3 жыл бұрын
I love all old/retro stuff especially when it is restored and useable!! It's a reminder of the good old days when today's troubles were non existent and our great grandparents would make icecream on a Sunday for the kids in the neighborhood.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed, it’s always nice to see an old item like this restored as much as possible to new, and hopefully put to use in some capacity as well! Thanks a lot for watching!
@wearewethepeople7352 3 жыл бұрын
I was a mobile locksmith for 20+ yrs......this is a Stunning restoration....just Stunning......its so beautiful...!!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, it means a lot coming from someone with your background! It really is an impressive lock set for sure.
@kirstenarentzen8503 3 жыл бұрын
That’s no just a lock. It’s a beautiful piece of engineering - and a work of art. It shows you how poor our choices are now for locks and interior door handles now via home improvement stores. I’m so glad this beautiful piece has been so carefully restored.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Right! It'd be awesome if some modern door hardware manufacturers would create something not boring - There absolutely would be a market for this style of hardware, but with modern locks integrated into it. With how plain everything is these days I somehow don't see that happening unfortunately. Thank you very much for watching!
@Tektoes1 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 I've restored a lot of locksets from the same era, but most were simple. For one glass door set downstairs, I did buy a brand new, old-style set, similar but slightly simpler in function to yours. Quality is excellent. I think i got it from Restoration Hardware. Expensive, but will last forever, like the one you fixed. I think it deserves to be part of one of your doors, if you have one nice enough. Great video. Never thought of plating the internals -- pretty much just for fun.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@Tektoes1 Thanks for the comment, Lisa. Ive seen some modern manufactured old-style sets, and always wondered about the quality, though I’ve never been tempted enough to buy one haha. Agreed, it needs a very nice condition door to be installed in, and it definitely will be at some point! Yeah, plating the interior isn’t a particularly necessary step, especially since the parts will wear through it quickly under normal use. Thanks for watching!
@ladytron1724 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning.🏴😃😃😃😃
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Lady Tron!
@miranduri 3 жыл бұрын
Impeccable work done with humor. Perfect.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Alma!
@johnnyp628 2 жыл бұрын
I’m old enough that I’ve actually lived in houses that used this hardware. I knew exactly what the switch on the striker plate was for. You did an awesome job on the restoration
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool, It's such fantastic looking hardware and really lasts a lifetime! I can imagine plenty of people unintentionally locking themselves out of their house with that switch haha. Thanks a lot, I appreciate it!
@Blackfeet3 3 жыл бұрын
A brilliant restoration! I was glued to my seat for the entire process! It is now fit for a museum...
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the kind words!
@mikefrench86 3 жыл бұрын
I actually watched this vid twice. Great outcome and good craftsmanship.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Mike. I appreciate it!
@CountanceD 3 жыл бұрын
We have this style of door knob all over our home. Thanks for showing me what they can look like!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Very cool, whoever had that house built originally had great taste! Thanks a lot for watching!
@CountanceD 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 right?! I love the beautiful detail. Can you tell me what paint you used to accent the details?
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@CountanceD I simply used a flat black primer in the syringe and followed it up with a gloss lacquer to seal the whole piece off and keep it all from tarnishing. Thanks for watching!
@subascosauce8288 3 жыл бұрын
What a stunning lock, they don’t make them like they used to, and, you did a wonderful job bringing it back to its former glory. I thoroughly enjoyed watching your work and process throughout.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, SuBasco Sauce! Agreed, unfortunately there's really no modern equivalent to this style of old hardware. Thanks for watching!
@aw7248 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing manufactured today will have the same degree of quality and aesthetics that the old Corbins had.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@aw7248 I definitely agree with you there! These old locks will last hundreds of years and will look fantastic all the while!
@MariaTorres-hc5uq 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, design nowadays over uses straight lines, there's no more art in everyday objects.
@mr.modern4419 3 жыл бұрын
I love how you return magnificent loss beauty to the world!! This lock set is BEAUTIFUL!!! You did a masterful job. You should be commended for you hard work and excellent results. You are really a hero to those of us who love architecture. Bravo!!!!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the kind words! I certainly do have an unhealthy obsession with old door hardware haha.
@normafollet7156 2 жыл бұрын
Nothing but marvious. How good that looks. Very well done. 👍
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Norma! Right, this set has such a cool design. Thanks a lot for watching!
@FERNANDOTADEUBRAUN 3 жыл бұрын
F A N T A S T I C ! ! !
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kennethcallahan7410 3 жыл бұрын
Way way past outstanding. Subscribed! Excellent work!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Kenneth!
@johnclendinning1189 3 жыл бұрын
You're in a mood, aren't you? Beautiful restoration!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Always haha. Thanks for watching!
@andrzejporeda7281 3 ай бұрын
Super jest to odrestaurowane pozdrawiam serdecznie 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@calnative4904 3 жыл бұрын
The good old days.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed! They sure had a great sense of style. Thanks for watching!
@WorkshopDC 3 жыл бұрын
I love to watch the Paint with a needle It Is sooo satisfying! The polish is perfect. I Notice that you didnt let the Paint remover dry 😉 Amazing job with this 120+ years old antique 👏👏👏
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
I agree, it's very oddly satisfying to watch that style of painting. Hahaha yep, I made sure to not let that pesky paint stripper dry, as recommended by a very mysterious individual 😉 I really do appreciate the kind words! P.S. Keep up the great work 😁
@WorkshopDC 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Here in Brazil they say the same: He is mysterious guy. Maybe I really am hehe' 😄😎
@jackiebrown7388 3 жыл бұрын
I just need an old house to get some of those in now. They built things to last back then, and all the details were very nice touch. Lovely restoration 👍🏻
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
They sure were built to last. This lock set would have been on an exterior door - Just think of how many decades it was used before being removed, and it's still in perfect working order. Thanks for watching!
@Seahorse1414 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent , start, to finish !
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Fiona!
@codypetkus 2 жыл бұрын
Corbin ceylon set! Gorgeous
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! It’s definitely a fantastic design
@codypetkus 2 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 how were you able to keep the paint on the knobs when you were wiping off?
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
@@codypetkus Good question. Because the details are only slightly raised on the door knobs with this set it is a bit tricky, but I simply used a larger paper towel that was folded over many times to make it stiff. Then I applied a bit of acetone to the paper towel and very gently wiped it across the raised details, removing the paint. It’s a very slow process, but well worth while to recreate the original finish!
@wireworks616 3 жыл бұрын
Being a locksmith myself, I have to say you did a superb job. I really enjoyed the video. 😁😁😁😁
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! It's very nice to get some approval from a proper locksmith. 😁 Thank you for watching!
@k.george8722 3 жыл бұрын
And yet another fantastic restoration. You find the most wonderfully detailed items and bring them back to their former beauty. I hope your using these gorgeous items in your home. Show them off!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the kind words! I absolutely do want to use this set at some point in the future, but for the time being it will stay in its current state. It's still lovely to look at every time I walk past it! Thanks a lot for watching!
@k.george8722 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 I have seen TysyTube put his items in a glass cabinet on display. I know your home will be lovely when you finally get to use your decorative pieces. I love what your doing. Some restorers on KZfaq are now doing gaming consoles. I prefer your wonderful finds and how well you bring them back to life.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@k.george8722 I definitely need to get a proper display case for my finished projects. No need to fear, I won't be restoring any complex electronics in the near (or probably distant) future haha. Thanks again!
@paullieberman7845 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful work! I loved watching you do your thing, so thanks much for this. Only thing I'd add is that for myself, if I opened a lock like this the first thing I'd do is take a few photos of the inside. There's no way I'd ever get it back together if I didn't do that. Lesson learned from sad experience.
@MrMrremmington 3 жыл бұрын
So now it has become art. Process orientation. Old watches, that’s serious minuscule work. Check out some great videos of that. How come so many of us can’t help ourselves from doing these things. Your work is beautiful. I’ve seen the results of men do this to old classic automobiles. And then there are jewellers who work with blow torches, diamonds, platinum and Microscopes. The inquisitive mind what a beautiful thing.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! The fantastic thing is being able to watch all those varied activities being done on KZfaq!
@mftmachining 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent quality work....top.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Music Man!
@mftmachining 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Oh thanks...if you want, check the restos and toolbuilds in my channel, perhaps some ideas for usage there. Michael
@martinbrace7195 3 жыл бұрын
You make them pieces of junk look like pieces of art . Fantastic job.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Martin!
@BuickDoc 3 жыл бұрын
Years ago I saw a restorer with many locks and other door hardware which was covered with 6-8 layers of old paint. What she did was cook them in a Crock-Pot in 50% antifreeze (ethylene glycol). Amazing. You may want to try it if you get a large amount of door hardware someday.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
I've recently seen someone using a similar method - It seemed to work well at removing all those nasty layers of paint. Just don't cook up any food in the crock pot afterwards haha. Thanks for watching!
@behroozkhamneian1297 3 жыл бұрын
Extremely satisfying to watch .
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@eric_seguin 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a 64 yr. old doddering fool and thought it came out beautifully. Turkeys nowadays would be running down to HD trying to find a new one. Great video. Subscribed. What the hell. No stupid music and no spouting religion. Two big pluses.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha they would indeed, and they sure wouldn't find anything with the same quality of one of these old lock sets! Crazy indeed - no music, religion or politics here. Just restorations. Thanks a lot for watching!
@silkebower1977 3 жыл бұрын
Just beautiful. You're a genius. And the display looks wonderful.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Silke!
@Joe1935429 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a beautiful and painstaking restoration.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Joe!
@theRodofwar 3 жыл бұрын
BEAUTIFUL WORK !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Rod!
@Skipper. 3 жыл бұрын
If I’d taken that apart, it would have stayed like that for the rest ot it’s day’s. Great craftsmanship.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha some of these old locks do have a pretty healthy amount of parts in them. Thanks for watching!
@jfheinle1835 3 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable patience and attention to detail. Extremely well done!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot!
@lauranugent1171 3 жыл бұрын
It is sitting somewhere thinking “dang, I thought a lock would keep those seeds safe!”.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@lauranugent1171 Haha right! It’s going to have to find another lock to stash some seeds now.
@priyankaariyasumana9485 3 жыл бұрын
Hi it is wonderful to see a Sri Lankan company in 1878 thank you for this kind of facts published ...🤜🏽👌
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@deanledford5661 3 жыл бұрын
And the possibility that old catalogs could refer for the parts need be. But all these, it's Knowing what to look for . . . My respect bud.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! It's amazing how extensive these old catalogs are. The 1905 catalog I showed is a shocking 1,104 pages if you can believe it.
@dominion1999 3 жыл бұрын
I love this piece. I would like to have locks like this at home
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! This old lock set would definitely look a lot better properly installed on a door
@cadiman56 3 жыл бұрын
I have some I'll sell you
@johnnyb4266 3 жыл бұрын
@@cadiman56 u sell on ebay?
@cadiman56 3 жыл бұрын
@@johnnyb4266 never sold anything on Ebay only bought...lol....but I would sell!!!
@jacobcastro1885 3 жыл бұрын
I got em installed on internal doors, but I have no idea how to get ahold of a working key... suggestions?
@hassanwally9161 3 жыл бұрын
Simply wow 🤩👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😁
@JayLang7 3 жыл бұрын
Unpick-able. Not even LPL could pick this. Lol. Great restauration !
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
With this he wouldn’t even be able to inform us if there was a click outta three or not hahaha
@JAdams-jx5ek 3 жыл бұрын
Stunningly well restored. It should go on a stately, beautifully restored door...... to a home library, maybe.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch! This’ll definitely be properly installed in a door at some point in the future. Thanks for watching!
@davidcoats1037 3 жыл бұрын
You did an amazing job that thing is gorgeous! I love how even the striker plate is ornate. Not sure how well it’s going to work without the security seeds installed but I respect your decision. Take care 😃👍🏼
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, David! They were certainly put a lot of effort into making this lock set. I'm tempted to replace them with some brand new security seeds, but I have to figure out if they're compatible first.
@13612 2 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 I'm gonna bet those seeds were stuffed in there by a child and that both the seeds and the cobweb in that very beginning are likely older than you.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
@@13612 I'd like to think that's what happened - I removed a door knob backplate from the house I live in right now and found a small white button behind it, so it seems people like stuffing random objects in door hardware hahaha.
@misterpatina 3 жыл бұрын
Bro, i think you definitely increased your quality with this video. The moment at 15:17, when you hit the power switch and plating starts is really amazing. The polishing perspective at 16:12 is stunning! The final result and the presentation with your selfmade door at the end is really nice! Thanks for this Video! PS: get a sandblaster!!! 😄
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, thank you so much for the very kind words, man! Haha yeah it was a bit too much (sudden) power, but certainly made for a nice spectacle. A sandblaster would make life so much easier - It's definitely something I want to get as soon as I'm able to. Thanks again! 😁
@jenniferbeyer6412 3 жыл бұрын
My house has a lot of these locks in use. All are in working order. All beautiful.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, they’re definitely built to last a lifetime or four!
@howzatrestorations1538 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant job mate!!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Howzat!
@LadyPotions 3 жыл бұрын
I like your style and your sense of humour. Also what a great idea to paint with the syringe. Great restoration!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! The syringe certainly is an odd but surprisingly handy painting tool haha.
@ForgottenShineRestoration 3 жыл бұрын
Wow! Very good job, i love the result!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, man! It looks like you've changed your name recently!
@ForgottenShineRestoration 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Yes that's true. Do you like my new name "Forgotten Shine Restoration"?
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@ForgottenShineRestoration I reckon it's catchier than the previous one, so I approve!
@ForgottenShineRestoration 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Thanks! ❤
@edwinleach7401 3 жыл бұрын
I have some old lock sets and knobs in my shop. I'm going to have to dig them out and work on them. You have inspired me to get going.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
I've found that old locks are always oddly satisfying to work on and restore, so enjoy your new projects!
@mytubebobbie06h 8 ай бұрын
That was very satisfying to watch the transformation. 😮
@MissLady-pq4hc 3 жыл бұрын
Would love to have a lot like this one. Great work.!🙂🙂🙂🌟
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@jasonreed4225 3 жыл бұрын
That was hands down THE best video I have ever watched! Incredible...and there was humor... ..you shoulda put the seeds back in. Just sayin'.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind words, Jason! Hahaha agreed, if I ever find those seeds I’ll “reinstall them. “
@ruthireland-mason8163 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing your video
@randomrestoration6858 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate it, Ruth!
@franck52000 3 жыл бұрын
Très bon travail avec beaucoup de savoir faire et aussi avec une pointe d'humour
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Merci j'apprécie!
@curtispina2706 3 жыл бұрын
I bet it was in a church 🙏, nice work 👌
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Surprisingly these were used most commonly in homes, however I'm sure they were used in many different types of buildings such as churches and probably businesses as well. Thanks for watching!
@xMrsmileyfacex 3 жыл бұрын
In the immortal words of George Takei........."Oh My!"
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha thanks a lot for watching!
@dannicakes6837 Жыл бұрын
This entire video is amazing!!! I love watching and learning how to restore old things!!!
@georgeshelton6281 2 жыл бұрын
It's good to have something; that's the old fashion back, welcome home again. I would never want to come to the 31st century; I would never know, just what they would have in store for me.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
It's nice having it looking new for sure! Thanks for watching!
@Dark..498 3 жыл бұрын
I never believed that the day would come when I would envy someone else's lock, excellent work and happy new year!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha thanks a lot! It certainly is a gorgeous lock. Happy new year to you too!
@reginalawson8008 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I agree with Darck Master on this one, its beautiful!! Such great craftsmanship.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@reginalawson8008 Thank you, Regina!
@FiatMortem 3 жыл бұрын
So locking knobs and a key to open from either side. Now I know how Disney princesses are locked in their towers. Also a fire hazard. A beautiful one.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha right! Although this lock set doesn't have it some of these entry mortise locks have split hubs and use swivel spindles. When this setup is installed the door knobs outside can be locked in place, but the door knobs on the inside will still operate normally. Thanks for watching!
@reginaromsey 3 жыл бұрын
Fascinating! Not something I will ever do, but you illustrate the amount of thought and engineering that went into creating this in the first place and the skill, knowledge and craftsmanship it has taken to refurbish it! Thank you especially for illustrating how a new key is created!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the kind words, Wanda! These old lock sets were certainly built to last!
@sallyanngrisolia4876 2 жыл бұрын
I just found this channel! You made me think I was crazy when you changed the words! Lol! Awesome restoration.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! Hahaha well as long as I confused someone with that it was well worth the extra time 😆 Thanks for watching!
@jamesmoe9188 3 жыл бұрын
Hello again! I see the sub count is rising, congratulations! And another superb restoration! Thanks in particular for the display stand demo of the functions, I really appreciated that you took the time to give a full demo. The only possible idea I could come up with for this build would have been to smooth and mirror polish the internals, which would be a bit excessive, so well done!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Welcome back, and thanks a lot, James! I knew once all of the different parts were restored they'd be nothing more than a collection of parts without making a proper way to display it. My woodworking skills are lacking, so it took way longer that it should have to make, but I reckon it was more than worth it in the end! I totally agree with you about polishing the internals - I really genuinely wish I could have sanded and polished the small parts that were severely pitted, but the case holds these parts tight together, and by sanding them (or by sanding inside the case) the parts would be loose and wouldn't operate as smoothly. That said, I do plan on occasionally (maybe every six or so months) doing up a mortise lock like this, and if I come across one with better interior components I will definitely give them a nice polish, and maybe even a bit of copper plating just to add a bit of color. As per always, thank you for the support, and thanks for watching!
@user-tm6em2fg8u 3 жыл бұрын
Золотые руки!! Где находиться этот мастер? 10000 лайков!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Большое спасибо! Я признателен за это. Я нахожусь в сша.
@marypeterson1053 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome I have a coffee can with some of the same knobs and locks..you have such talent
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Mary!
@ajadair500 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful job !
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Andy!
@DJDarkGift 2 жыл бұрын
It’s always a treat when the YouRube algorithms get things right and they suggest videos I actually enjoy. You’ve earned yourself a well “Seeded” sub. Keep up the great restorations as I look forward to catching up on your content. One question, after taking so much time and skill to redo these old battle axes, I mean treasures, how come you don’t apply grease to the inside of the locks? Is it because they are only going into the door and lock anals, I mean personal museum? Just curious. Stay Tasty.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, I appreciate it! I did lubricate this set (and all the mortise locks I’ve restored) off camera. There’s a weird amount of debate from folks on the internet as to what the best lubricating method is for mortise locks, so I figure if I lubricate them off camera there won’t be any angry comments about what I chose for lubrication hahaha. Thanks for watching!
@DJDarkGift 2 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Thanks for the reply brother. Thanks to your videos I hardly got any sleep last night but it’s always a treat to learn a few new things. I totally understand what you mean about the lube as everyone on KZfaq is an expert, as far as the commentary goes so I don’t blame leaving it out. Anywho, back to my egg salad prep and some more vids. BTW, you might wanna try some of that new WD-40 Dry Lube. I love it. Cheers.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
@@DJDarkGift I actually was about to buy some of their dry lubricant last week to see how I liked it, but I was looking around at a few other brands. Long story short I couldn't decide which one to buy so I didn't buy any haha. Thanks again!
@DJDarkGift 2 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 Anytime Brother, Lovng the channel and even got a few of the freeloaders who stop by the house watching the videos. If their going to pop in unannounced, might as well make them watch what I'm watching.
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
@@DJDarkGift Well that'll show them to show up unannounced! They better get used to restoration videos or start calling ahead haha.
@JSAFIXIT 3 жыл бұрын
I find it fascinating how extremely over complicated many things were during this time period, especially considering how rudimentary their machines etc were.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Right! These old locks are very cool pieces for sure. This one is a bit more simple than some others manufactured in the same time frame if you can believe that. Thanks for watching!
@salvatorezarrelli625 3 жыл бұрын
If you don’t install that on a door it’s a literal crying shame!!
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@salvatorezarrelli625 Haha oh trust me, this will definitely get installed on a door at some point, hopefully sooner than later! Until then it will stay put in its display. I do agree - It wouldn't be right to not put it to use.
@salvatorezarrelli625 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 God bless you! You have a spirit of excellence!
@1954JDR 3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful restoration. We had a simpler P & F Corbin lock set on the front door of our farm house in Alabama. I loved the handle lock mechanism.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, James! I wonder how many people have unintentionally locked the handles on the door not knowing what the switch does haha. Thanks for watching!
@61caddyfins 3 жыл бұрын
He unlocked its potential! 😜
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
The puns are strong with this one 😆
@deonnel1410 3 жыл бұрын
I Good job, I think the guy from My mechanic's would have done a much nicer job on this antique piece....
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching, Deon!
@nurgle11 3 жыл бұрын
He would have made a new one ;)
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@nurgle11 Haha right!
@bertrandep 3 жыл бұрын
Theses S̶a̶n̶d̶b̶l̶a̶s̶t̶e̶r̶s̶, S̶u̶b̶m̶a̶r̶i̶n̶e̶s̶, Subtitles killed me 😂
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha thanks for watching!
@misterpatina 3 жыл бұрын
Same here 😄
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
@@misterpatina You're back again haha
@oathkeeper2149 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding work! You are most talented. 👍
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Sarge!
@oathkeeper2149 3 жыл бұрын
@@randomrestoration6858 You are very welcome.
@gagesvintageclockcollectin7118 2 жыл бұрын
Loved the catalogue part!! So cool
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
It's always overly enjoyable hunting down these old hardware sets in old catalogs haha. Thanks for watching!
@georgejones3526 3 жыл бұрын
That's a pretty "seedy" looking lock, you might want to see if you can "spruce" it up a little.
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Haha you really have to wonder how those got in there. I should have planted them afterwards. 😆Thanks for watching!
@kevinanwendyvargo4998 3 жыл бұрын
I’m 18 and was raised by my nana and papa they like to collect antiques so watching these kind of helps when one breaks
@randomrestoration6858 3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear! I'll be restoring another broken ornate lockset in the very near future, so stay tuned. Thanks a lot for watching!
@billmain7430 2 жыл бұрын
Great Job Really loved the time and Patience in doing this.Billy💕👍👍
@randomrestoration6858 2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it, Bill! It was a lot of work, but was certainly well worth it in the end. Thanks for watching!
@kathymccauley7589 Жыл бұрын
Heh... I came here looking for a way to repair the mortise lock in my 1901 kitchen. The latch bolt isn't responding to turning the knob. Now I'll have to restore all 7 of the mortise locks in my house. AND see if I can replace one into a door where a previous owner removed it and installed a modern door knob. Thanks a lot! :))) Beautiful restoration. Fascinating video. Satisfying to watch. Happy to send mine to you to work on if you need another project. ;)
@randomrestoration6858 Жыл бұрын
Hey, really sorry for the late reply, I've been incredibly busy over the past few months! I'm guessing you've figured it out by now, but it's likely that you simply have a broken spring in there. You can sometimes find spring steel assortments on eBay which you can sift through and find the correct size spring for your lock. I've found that stacking two or three thin, lightweight springs together produces a much better feeling lock than if you use only one spring. Haha, hey I appreciate the offer and I'd be onboard if I didn't have so much hardware to restore of my own. Thank you very much for watching, and good luck on the repairs!
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