Rare Lighter Restoration from World War II
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2 жыл бұрынRestoration of an EXTREMLY RARE lighter from World War II Battle of Bulge 1944. This was found near Bastogne and got a very special badge attached to it. This is the Holy Grail of war relics that I have restored. and yes I will make this relic VERY beautiful again.
ABOUT THE RARE LIGHTER
This is a very special war relic from the Battle of Bulge World War 2 in 1944-1945. I have bought it from a family who lives near Bastogne where the Battle of Bulge took place. I got this old lighter and many other cool relics with me home including a Medicine bag a helmet and the famous whiskey hip flask that I already have restored - See the video here: • EXTREMELY Rare Whisky ... .
You can still go certain places in Europe and do some very cool World War 1 and World War 2 founds with and without metal detecting gear. There were millions of tons of military garbage and rare items left behind to be found.
This item was found in the late 60’s early 70’s and brought to a barn where it has been contained together with a lot of other WW2 metal garbage, uniforms, helmets and other rusted materials. I was lucky to be able to buy a whole lot of relics from this family.
THE RESTORATION PROCESS
I was very curious about the badge who was attached to the lighter so I started cleaning this. When brushed off there was wings with a big A and some snakes and a needle maybe as old as World War I but I am not 100% sure. I have been told now by some of my subscribers from the US that it’s a WWII US Army Officer Ambulance Corps Medical Department Collar Insignia badge.
I heated the lighter to remove the Ambulance Corps Medical badge which were soldered to the lighter and there after I removed all screws. They were hard to remove I had to use force and some flames to get things apart.
I sandblasted the lighter using a mix of glass beads and baking soda and after the sandblasting I grinded the lighter with 1000, 1500 and 2000 grit. I polished it blank and added all the small parts again. I equipped it with a new cap for the wick since the old one seems to be missing. I used my metal lathe and I used brass to match the material used on the rest of this war relic. I also added new wick, cotton and a new flint spring to ensure that it will lit.
The beautiful Ambulance Corps Medical badge was cleaned in vinegar and 40% alcohol before it was attached to the lighter again.
I hope that you enjoy this restoration video as much as I did. Please subscribe if you want to see more cool upcoming projects 🙂 And DON’T FORGET TO SEE my RARE Whisky Hip flask Restoration - • EXTREMELY Rare Whisky ... - This come from the same batch as this cigarette lighter.
Thanks for watching my channel. See you soon.
Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
In this video I restore a very rare and special lighter probably from the World War II Battle of Bulge - Please let me know what you think! 👍 And DON’T FORGET TO SEE my RARE Whisky Hip flask Restoration - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lbeao5iHmti7m5s.html - Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin
@user-ql2wc5nu2q 2 жыл бұрын
Привет!🤝👍👍❤️
@juanelreal4303 2 жыл бұрын
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@askerzeynal8638 2 жыл бұрын
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@vanersa24 2 жыл бұрын
Pekerjaan yang sangat hebat, luar biasa 👍👍👍👍
@guss147 2 жыл бұрын
супер 👍
@shawnbyers9862 2 жыл бұрын
Another amazing restoration. Thank you for sharing it with us, This caduceus was for a member of the US Army Medical Administrative Corps.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks for your comment I am glad you liked it :)
@bikikokurokawa1757 2 жыл бұрын
I spent about 20 minutes googling to find this information... 🤣 Then I googled your channel, found this vid to pass it on, only to miss the boat by a day. Oh well!
@MrCardcon2 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations It's an Ambulance Corps. Med Department pin.
@Raven_Enforcer 3 ай бұрын
@@MrCardcon2 The A means Administration.
@Huffnutz17 Жыл бұрын
My grandfather was in the 99th Infantry and was wounded in the Battle of the Bulge. This is incredible, thank you for sharing!
@user-tf5zy8qk1n Жыл бұрын
You're doing great. Restoring antiques is not only a hobby, but also a deepening into history. It's very interesting to watch your videos.
@AwesomeRestorations Жыл бұрын
thanks a lot I am glad you like it :)
@randym.2628 2 жыл бұрын
To all the Vets awesome for your service👍
@grettagirl2884 2 жыл бұрын
Martin, your attention to detail is so noticeable (the US soldier figure in the cupboard, the Airborne torch can etc), the care and almost a reverence you have for someone's memories is beautiful and so refreshing to see in the 'disposable' world 🌎 we find ourselves. I have often wondered how you get/find your items to restore. Do people send you things to restore for them? Do you search for things where you live? As always may friend, thank you for a wonderful restoration of this historic piece! ❤
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much I am glad you notice all the small details :) sometimes people ask if I am interested in receiving a certain thing. A few times I have accepted but otherwise I find my projects either on different shops or through contact persons or when travelling :)
@grettagirl2884 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations you know, after I'd posted 📫 my comment/question, I read your Description of your video. I'm a bit embarrassed 😳 😔 to admit that I'd forgotten how well a Description of every video you upload, you write ✍ 😀. Forgotten perhaps because no one does this as thoroughly and accurate as you do. No one. It just adds to my admiration of you as a creator, Martin! Even with a whopping 5+ million Subscribers, you still reply to us, write detailed descriptions of your videos 📹 and give Channel stickers on comments. Please know, Martin, you really are the best 👌!
@franortegagil4511 2 жыл бұрын
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@andreinovac4542 2 жыл бұрын
I'd also like to mention the excellently discreet nod to Band of Brothers - VAT 69 was the whiskey referenced in that fabulous series about soldiers from the Airborne Division who parachuted into France on D Day! Hats off to you, Martin!
@varghesethomas9158 2 жыл бұрын
That "A with wings" means army medicals
@tristanflynn4014 2 жыл бұрын
Funny how they chose the wrong symbol for the medical Corp.
@jeffreyphillips9303 2 жыл бұрын
A wings Means Army "ambulance"
@alexandrupantea6576 2 жыл бұрын
@@jeffreyphillips9303 actually it comes from Administration. MS was Medical Specialist, D dentist and so on. And i think the letters were black on gold.
@jeffreyphillips9303 2 жыл бұрын
@@tristanflynn4014 Its not the wrong symbol at all...
@adrianjnovak8182 2 жыл бұрын
The insignia is Medical Administration Department est in 1907. Almost all Dr's and field medics carried this lighter.
@FlynDirty1 2 жыл бұрын
I watch you restore and it makes my mind race, where was it bought, who’s used it, how many times was it lost, what it’s seen, what it’s been through, how many times it was used, what it’s lit……. The list goes on and on. But all in all it’s a simple lighter. Is it an Airborne Corpsman or nurse? Simply beautiful!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and for sharing your knowledge and experience I really appreciate it 😉 im having the same thoughts every time I restore a new object 👍
@maxboonkittypoison 2 жыл бұрын
From 1974 and back the soldiers got mre 24 hour combat. Inside whas a package of 5 sigarettes. most likely they smoked these sigarettes. Also there raincoats where half tents made of canvas. And they used turpentine and beeswax to waterproof there canvas so they would've need a lighter to warm up this solution. And they needed too cook there meal and there coffee. Every soldier had matches but they wanted a lighter instead. They would've used wasbenzine or gas for there lighters back in those days. Hope this helps. Greetings,, Kitty.
@MetalRestorationBho 2 жыл бұрын
Big Fan Bro Big Fan♥️ This is a masterpiece. Congratulation from Vietnam.😉👍🍺
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@durango8882 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome man! New subscriber 👍🏻
@FranklinClinton1 2 жыл бұрын
I think we can all confirm that the war has tried a lot of suffering, but also a lot of what we no longer know. The video is a good example with many worth knowing e.g. how all this works and what effort it has cost. Warm greetings from Germany 🇩🇪
@dwainfroude1385 2 жыл бұрын
Hear hear! All the best from the UK 🇬🇧
@sewo4071 2 жыл бұрын
Guttentag from Belgium🇧🇪
@vincentzigger270 2 жыл бұрын
Fala ae from Brazil
@parkingcase1447 2 жыл бұрын
Salam, from Azerbaijan
@nikahmadkhair 2 жыл бұрын
Selamat from Malaysia 🇲🇾
@jmleeinla 2 жыл бұрын
As usual you’ve completed an incredible restoration. You’ve brought M. Johnson back from the dead. We know and have said his name. He is being remembered by thousands of people all over the world. Thank you for your extreme care when working on these amazing pieces. Especially on Veterans Day here in the USA. Wouldn’t it be cool if you were to find the family of Mr. Johnson??
@ebridgewater 2 жыл бұрын
There must only be a few (hundred?) million of them 👍🏻
@doglips6630 2 жыл бұрын
I’m not saying it wouldn’t be difficult as Johnson is the 2nd most common family name in the US (as mustard guy points out 👍).. per census data, 3500 or so of the 500k US troops involved in the battle of the bulge should be named Johnson. I believe that’s the insignia of an officer in the ambulance corps, so if you take it at face value then there shouldn’t be too many M. Johnson’s to track down. AR- great job on the restoration, it’s a beauty.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for your comments. I don't think it would be easy to find the original owner
@jorgeandreszanocchi6485 2 жыл бұрын
I agree 100%. My deep respect to all Veterans. As I always say, no matter on which side we fought or what war it was.
@sardonic_smile_8752 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations Perhaps, contacting the "Military Times" the newspaper of the US Armed Forces, they could seek out records with their journalist "authority" and track the family down. It might make for a good article. Just a suggestion. Very nice selection and sanding. I do like your taste in tools. Isn't "Kingfisher" an Indian beer?
@shirleyannconfer9651 9 ай бұрын
I have to chuckle at the refrigerator full of Heineken, but the cart is loaded with a couple of bottles of Budweiser. I’ve really enjoyed this playlist of videos. Your work is beautiful.
@AwesomeRestorations 9 ай бұрын
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@alexanderleach3365 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible. A lighter that once belonged to a medic of the legendary 101st Airborne at the Battle of the Bulge.
@AwesomeRestorations Жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your comment
@alexanderleach3365 Жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations you're welcome
@datzansuXx 2 жыл бұрын
the letter shows what function one had in the medical department , for example "D" for dentist, "S" for sanitary and "A" for Administrative
@mnhoss2100 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool. And respectful to those whom may have passed when Mr.Johnson lost his lighter. All wars suck, we must remember them and learn to respect one another around the world as you do Martin. Thank you!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your comment :)
@krisaaron5771 2 жыл бұрын
My father was a postal investigator for the US Army during WWII, and spent most of the war in Europe. A German officer surrendered -- along with several of his enlisted men -- and Dad (who was a major) made sure they were treated respectfully until they could be sent to a POW camp. The officer gave him a chrome luger automatic (I think it belonged to a Nazi officer and had been traded to the army officer) in thanks for Dad's help. I'm sure there was a lot more to the story; my father told us very little about his wartime experiences, but he cherished his souvenirs from the four years he served. Thank you for the respect you gave the lighter and the soldier who carried it. As Mark Knopfler wrote in one of his greatest songs, we are fools to make war on our brothers in arms.
@sayantanchatterjee2195 2 жыл бұрын
I am in hostel for the first time in my life, these videos made me feel at home 🏠🏠🏡😍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear that!
@Socrates21stCentury 2 жыл бұрын
Nice job, thank you for preserving the history !!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@nickmaylock94 2 жыл бұрын
Как всегда наслаждение для глаз и для ушей. Спасибо!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@ne_puzer 2 жыл бұрын
Так 1 мировой или 2 мировой?????
@alehkovalek342 2 жыл бұрын
Зажигалкой которая изготовлена во времена первой мировой войне , пользовались во времена второй мировой. К примеру у меня есть рабочие Австрийские и Английские зажигалки 20-30х годов прошлого века .
@Metalman200xdamnit 2 жыл бұрын
You,Sir,are a Master of your craft. It is satisfying to see old relics get new life and that lighter would be a lot more rugged than today's lighters.
@Bsquaredplus2 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful restoration as always! The attention to detail and care you put into this work is a perfect show of respect to the brave men who fought the tyranny of fascism.
@AbraCassandraPlays 2 жыл бұрын
Yes and when people actually knew what the definition of the word meant as well : ) Good old days.
@helensmith2839 2 жыл бұрын
Im sure Veteran M. Johnson is thrilled to see you fixed his beloved lighter. It is truly amazing what you do Martin thank you for sharing kind sir♥️👍🔥
@francescag.5467 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic! We will never forget the Band of Brothers who fighted in Bastogne and all around Europe during WWII. ❤
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much Francesca - no they were true heroes ❤
@brunoLKl7 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, when I saw the Airborne badge then already remembered Easy Company soldiers (from band of brothers).
@nandibillava3409 2 жыл бұрын
Whenever i Watch your videos..... It makes me fell as if I am watching a mega budget movie.... Thank u sir 🙏💐✌️✌️✌️
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that
@The-Cute-One 2 жыл бұрын
The Vat 69 was a nice nod to the troops.. such a lovely item as always so well done.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jennifer for watching another one of my videos and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉
@acleray 2 жыл бұрын
Respect to you "AR" on behalf of the millions who died in past conflicts. 'We Will Remember Them.'
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Ray for your comment ❤
@mindsprawl 2 жыл бұрын
The caduceus is the staff carried by Hermes in Greek mythology and consequently by Hermes Trismegistus in Greco-Egyptian mythology. The same staff was also borne by heralds in general, for example by Iris, the messenger of Hera. It is a short staff entwined by two serpents, sometimes surmounted by wings
@tristanflynn4014 2 жыл бұрын
That is the staff of Hermes, called a Caduceus. The American Military chose that symbol for their medical wing, not really knowing what it actually represented. It's actually a symbol of thieves and gamblers, amongst other things. The Rod of Asclepius is a single staff, with a single snake coiled around it. That is a true symbol of healing and medicine. It is used in most professional medicine areas as a symbol. The Caduceus is used mostly in private and corporate ones as it is a cool looking symbol.
@BeardDaddyGrimm 2 жыл бұрын
@Mette B I hope your joking but incase your not, Army the A stands for Army 🤦♂️
@jeffreyphillips9303 2 жыл бұрын
@Mette B Ambulance
@jeffreyphillips9303 2 жыл бұрын
@@BeardDaddyGrimm No it doesn't , It stands for Ambulance, although it is an Army Pin
@jeffreyphillips9303 2 жыл бұрын
@@BeardDaddyGrimm N for Nurse, V for Veternary, D for Dentist, S for Sanitary. All are Army Pins
@zipshed 2 жыл бұрын
That turned out really beautiful! I digging the coolers you've added to the shop and fully stocked of course!!! I also have to tell you the winking medic is a damned fine touch...I love it!!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much I really appreciate it :)
@digitalfootballer9032 2 жыл бұрын
I'd say this is your best work, but every time I say that, you just top yourself again and amaze everyone. I particularly like this one because I love old lighters, as well as WWII history. Absolutely beautiful, and a great tribute to all the brave men who fought to preserve freedom!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your kind words ❤
@Vsevidyashee_Oko 2 жыл бұрын
Крутое видео! Спасибо огромное. Как я и думал, это зажигалка медицинского солдата. И даже с инициалами. Еще одна частичка большой войны восстановлена для истории. Как говорили в СССР - Никто не забыт, ничто не забыто. ✌️👍💪
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for your comment :)
@fernandoburghi3743 2 жыл бұрын
This video shows to us the respect and spirit of restoration, keeping all history of this lighter... congrats... Awesome Restoration with sure.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@scandinavianheinz5725 2 жыл бұрын
It's really cool how many items you have found to restore! It's like treasure hunting! You are very patient with genuine skill. This is a great lighter, great job!!!🥰
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it's very cool that people sell those things to me 👌 thatnk you for watching 👍
@couragebuff5060 2 жыл бұрын
I love that you have a Medic in your cupboard because you are basically a Medic for old things.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
glad you think so, thanks :)
@gtingaming716 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work again, such a pleasure to watch a skilled craftsman putting so much care and love into something.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@andymiller5611 2 жыл бұрын
Another amazing video, Martin! Your skills and the reverance you show this lighter, as with all your other items, sets you apart from the myriad of other restoration channels! Keep up this fantastic work, dude! Hails from the UK! 🍻🤘💜
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot Andy I really appreciate it :)
@SergeyChupyrin 2 жыл бұрын
А я, честно говоря даже прослезился....😢 Когда Вы в конце видео показали инициалы этого Солдата, и когда игрушка/солдатик подмигнул!!!!!! Замечательная и Искустная работа!!! А подход к видео/съёмке вообще завораживает!!!Я бы даже назвал это не видео/съёмка, а Кино съёмка!!!! Действительно маленький короткометражный фильм!!!!!! Вы Мастер с Большой Буквы!!!! Спасибо!!!! Всем Человекам только Добра!!!! 🤘😉🤘🇷🇺
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@SylvanasCry 9 ай бұрын
"Всем Человекам только Добра!!!!" русские и добро не могут находиться в одном предложении.
@glenabbott8720 2 жыл бұрын
Another fantastic restoration handled with the respect the subject matter deserves.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@chriswitt2596 2 жыл бұрын
Another amazing restoration video and humorous at the same time. Love the cart. I had to stop in the middle of packing to move to watch this video. Kicked my feet up on the sofa and took a break. Well worth it.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it thanks a lot Chris. Good luck with the packing and moving :)
@davemagee 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing restoration my friend the respect you treat every object you restore is one of the reasons I watch you work. The army Medic in the cupboard is a bit of a clue to the insignia. Keep up the awesome work. All the best from NZ 🇳🇿
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks so much Dave for your comment I really appreciate it :)
@Andros20062006 2 жыл бұрын
По концовке мурашки по коже, а это значит видео и работа супер!!) молодец!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot :)
@robewalk2 2 жыл бұрын
Another beautiful restoration Martin to a piece of history. I'm recovering from shoulder replacement surgery and nothing makes it feel better than watching an example of your artistry and craftsmanship Martin. Cheers'💖 👍 🍻 ✌
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot Bob :)
@dennisfeldmann7399 2 жыл бұрын
HE'S Back!!! Awesome video great way to start my Friday. Yesterday was Veterans Day here in the USA great way to give thanks to those who gave all!!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dennis, very cool that you have a Veterans Day honoring all those who gave so much to other ❤ glad you liked the video
@TNTREND 2 жыл бұрын
*Awesome Video* 😍
@kimbrey65 2 жыл бұрын
It's a medical symbol. More specifically, it's a symbol for the American Medical Association. He may have been a doctor, nurse or something along that line, given the symbols on his lighter.
@user-ui1zt9cy4h 2 жыл бұрын
Каждое видео,как шаг в историю! Порой смотриш,и сердце сжимается. Может и человека того нет. А память о нем ты восстоновил. Супер. Так держать! Жму руку!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks :)
@NovaKolovrat 2 жыл бұрын
Привет из Санкт- Петербурга!) Благодарю за видео! Как всегда на высоте! Очень тонкая работа! Жду следующее видео! По чаще выпускайте)))
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@RuthlessGaming5849 2 жыл бұрын
My Friday is complete now! Thank you sir, beautiful job!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you very much for watching :)
@Mankan569 2 жыл бұрын
As usual! I get teary-eyed. About how carefully you restore your items. And brings them back to life. The background music is spot on.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@gryffinity1134 2 жыл бұрын
Gotta love the 101! My sister’s last duty station before retirement was Ft. Campbell and now she’s a current resident of Clarksville, TN. I love how you incorporate different symbols and items that are related to the project in each video!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your comment, she sounds like a really cool sister :)
@gryffinity1134 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations She’s alright, I guess. 😂 But she served her country well!
@flamurtarivlora1077 2 жыл бұрын
As always your work is amazing!! Restored to perfection Thanks again Martin 👍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks!
@tctc8578 2 жыл бұрын
That turned out beautifully!! It’s amazing the quality of build back in the day, compared to all the cheaply made consumables these days! Excellent restoration 👍👏🙏
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot :)
@gattosquad2241 2 жыл бұрын
Actually i think based on how consistent every item he restores looks it's dramatically more likely he's faking the rust etc using chemicals. It's convenient how many items that are HIGHLY corroded seem to have almost no corrosion damage once he cleans them, almost like he just dunks them in a solution for a week or two. Fine detail does not survive 3mm of accumulated corrosion or the conditions required to get it there.
@ItsManley 2 жыл бұрын
Every video is amazing! I love seeing these restorations. I did see the soldier face 👀 who else caught it? That soldier wink at the end scared me 😂🤦
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks I am glad you liked the video :)
@gregoryaparker 2 жыл бұрын
The winking eye was hilarious...lol.
@duyphongnguyencong8823 2 жыл бұрын
The lighters so beautiful.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks I am glad you think so :)
@NoSmokeTV 2 жыл бұрын
Watching your videos is a stress reliever.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
so glad to hear that :)
@travelingmonkslife9560 2 жыл бұрын
The “in-workshop” transportation cracked me up 🤣. Good to see the fridge is restocked 👍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked that part - and yes my beer situation is quite good at the moment 🍻👍 cheers
@ssrprashant91 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations i see u have a good Indian beer too. Kingfisher ;)
@MrHomeduck 2 жыл бұрын
Haha yes, I loved this as well 🤣 a necessity, of course.
@johnatkins1922 2 жыл бұрын
Again and again Martin, your skilled hands and ideas how to restore things is simply amazing.. Thanks Master for this beautiful video 🙏🙏
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much John :)
@alkisanastasopoulos4108 2 жыл бұрын
Cant get enough of your videos.... You have taken it to a whole different level my friend! Greetings from Greece! 🇬🇷
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much. Greetings from Sweden :)
@Advanedu 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this awesome video, Martin.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you my friend - I guess that You have early access to all my videos 😉👌
@Advanedu 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations Yeah, you're right, Martin. This is John, your Vietnamese translator. You sent me the links.
@eualvarorosa 2 жыл бұрын
The smile on my face every time I see you posted a new vídeo!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks so much :)
@thomastinker1587 2 жыл бұрын
3rd. Fire team. 1st. Squad. 1st. Platoon. Hotel Co. 2nd. Battalion. 9th. Marines. 1967/68. The small things lost in places you can still feel.. smell and hear. You pulled some life out of that mess..Good work Sir. I had to cut my watch off along the road between Cam Lo and Carol... if it turns up... you got the job.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for your comment :)
@charlesmccullough5132 2 жыл бұрын
Was a combat medic and glad to see this and your great work Brother!!!Hooah!!!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot Charles :)
@Dark-Trisya160 2 жыл бұрын
I love how you restore it back and make it so shiny, Martin. Btw I like how you add some details that we see in your video when you want to get a Lighter to heat that old Light We all see a toy soldier with a medic helmet in your tool cupboard. and when you sandblasted the lighter, we saw the face of a medic soldier there, and of course at the end of the video you showed the toy soldier we meant.... M. Johnson must be happy that you found and repaired his favorite lighter.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for your comment :)
@spikewillow4552 2 жыл бұрын
Totally Awesome restoration dude ! Great piece, keep up the content
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
many thanks :)
@losdawg6265 2 жыл бұрын
Your talent is unrivaled. I’m in constant amazement of your work, sir!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍😉
@user-ki6qr3fi2y 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your hard work. The lighter who has been waiting for decades for the owner to come back is now revived! It's a great video. I watch it in Japan all the time.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your comment. Greetings from Sweden :)
@user-ry9ml1cx8h 2 жыл бұрын
As I always say on this channel, I like the sandblasting work scene the most! This is because when you look at sandblasting, you feel that your body and mind are sharpened and cleaned.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much sandblasting is really relaxing to watch :)
@MarciaArizona 2 жыл бұрын
parabéns pela restauração e paciência, isso deve ter levado mais de uma semana para ficar concluído, o que me chamou atenção e que seu local de trabalho recebeu um belo upgrade ou seja esta mais organizado do que antes, podias um dia mostrar o seu mini museu com os objetos restaurados 😉
@bradrunkle7311 2 жыл бұрын
SHARP also BEAUTIFUL & LOOKING INCREDIBLE 🤛🤜👍🖐️WORK
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@gigitammyodwyer8793 Жыл бұрын
Hello Martin I'm a assive fan of yours these restorations wow your eye for detail is a amazing well done in this nice restoration of the U.S Army Medics Lighter. Hello 👋 from Dublin Ireland 🇮🇪 I Hope you and the family are well and stay safe. ❤ GiGi
@AwesomeRestorations Жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it. All the best to you and your family too ❤
@restoration-restore-repair 2 жыл бұрын
i love your recovery video
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot :)
@alexvenda 2 жыл бұрын
Voltei o final do vídeo, várias vezes, o soldado americano com isqueiro reformado e piscada de olhos foi surpreendente, muito show 😉⛑️ *Alex Brasil*
@VADS1994 2 жыл бұрын
Parabéns, meu amigo... Que restauração top! Incrível!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
muito obrigado :)
@Chazbridge 2 жыл бұрын
As always Martin, you do beautiful work! Turned out phenomenal!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@nancyharris8463 2 жыл бұрын
Army Medic, Army Nurse, Red Cross insignia. Beautiful work and today we all remember M. Johnson who served. God Bless their soul.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for your comment :)
@marcyielloleao538 2 жыл бұрын
Que bom vê mais um video de suas restaurações! Ficou incrível!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@Life_Of_Mine_ 2 жыл бұрын
The art of restoring to life
@scottscott7801 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for bringing back the past for people who severed! I video effects just add an even more appreciation with what you do! The new life you restore to them. I'm always awaiting to see more videos of anything you work on! People have noted things "that you did wrong" with past projects I really don't care what they say they just make me laugh. You stay doing like you do! Well done. Absolutely love the humor, respect and the music at the end it just gives it such feeling to your work! Do not change any of it!👍👍👍👍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it :)
@harley092355 2 жыл бұрын
Served
@goutamindian 2 жыл бұрын
What a restoration. I keep watching and watching.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@juanjosanjuan2329 2 жыл бұрын
It will be strange because of the wrong emblem, the caduceus of Mercury was not a medical emblem, it is the rod of Aesculapius, the correct one.
@tristanflynn4014 2 жыл бұрын
Also known as the staff of Hermes.
@juanjosanjuan2329 2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Phoenician.
@doranjohnson2850 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the history ones; such a beautiful craftsman. Edit1; The insignia is the Staff of Hermes(Mercury), or The Caduceus, It has different meanings, depending how you go about it, but the symbol originated when Mercury tried to stop two serpents from fighting, the Staff was thrown and they intertwined. The "A" is for Army and given the lighter, medic.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot for your comment :)
@Sp00ny97 2 жыл бұрын
Can't stress this enaugh, this is just mesmerizing to watch ! Thank you for your content
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your kind words :)
@bradbrown9722 2 жыл бұрын
This restoration is gonna blow your minds people! I’ve never seen anything like it before, so I’m watching it for the 2nd time ! It’s that good!!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Wow Brad - Thank you so much I really appreciate it 😉👍
@VeradonaRestoration 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the beautiful video Martine. I liked the cleaners you used for the lighter sign. Lol Thanks, Radek
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot :)
@Eliane_Torres2023 2 жыл бұрын
Magnífico trabalho. Assistindo pela segunda vez.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Elaine ... I really appreciate it 👍🏻 :)
@serhio4275 2 жыл бұрын
Your endings become greater and greater, what an epic music for such a piece of history. Keep doing what you can best!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@danimbertson4948 2 жыл бұрын
One of the very best restoration videos I have seen, great job, keep up the awesome work.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
many thanks Dan I really appreciate it :)
@ambrest95 2 жыл бұрын
Отличная работа!) Лайк!)
@AkopianDIY 2 жыл бұрын
Да, автор проделал колоссальную работу!
@PuVladimirovich 2 жыл бұрын
Зажигательную шайбу тоже нужно было обновить
@user-ql2wc5nu2q 2 жыл бұрын
Смотрю с огромным удовольствием 👍👍👍🇷🇺❤️ Ты реально крут 👍👍👍👍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@user-xe4yb6ni3z 2 жыл бұрын
Хоть один Русский попался
@niknik4499 2 жыл бұрын
@@user-xe4yb6ni3z не один))
@WHITE_RUS80 2 жыл бұрын
@@user-xe4yb6ni3z Нас тут Легион!☝😉
@Starscreamerer 2 жыл бұрын
@@WHITE_RUS80, вагон и маленькая тележка! 🍻🍻
@frankbiz 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing job restoration! My dad was in the Battle of the Bulge in the Army, those were brave men and were of the greatest generation. Imagine if someone recognized that name and knew it was their relative!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks for your comment Frank. We should all be very grateful for those brave men ❤
@Hussain_fadel 2 жыл бұрын
It's nice that your videos are translated into Arabic, thanks from Iraq ♥️🇮🇶
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
my pleasure :)
@ktown4852 2 жыл бұрын
Love the new man cave / creative studio / work shop. Enjoyed your restoration of lighter. M.Johnson would be proud and happy to use/own lighter again. There’s always something mystical about your video’s, keeps me interested. Look forward to your next video. Cheers to that 🍺!!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for your comment I really appreciate it :) cheers buddy 🍻
@fab78es25 2 жыл бұрын
Curto muito assistir seus vídeos! Parabéns!🇧🇷
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you very much :)
@stevenfrost6441 2 жыл бұрын
I love how you pay homage to Veterans in your Videos Brother, especially the WW2 and Vietnam Generations. Using the Vat 69 was Epic! (Band of Brothers Shout Out) Respect. ❤👍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks Steven glad you appreciate it and noticed the Band of Brothers reference :)
@aixelsyddan257 2 жыл бұрын
Another AWESOME RESTORATION great job bringing history back to life. 👍
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you very much :)
@carronyero1448 2 жыл бұрын
When you add a "little squeeze" of WD-40 reminds me of when epic meal time used to cook with "a little" Jack Daniels.
@ThisisSpartaRofl 2 жыл бұрын
"Two shots of vodka"
@willgoated1178 2 жыл бұрын
Satisfying good work, must be worth a lot 👀
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks a lot :)
@Bluerose09 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful restoration Martin!! The new cap looks great with the lighter! Also really loving the new work space!! Keep up the amazing work!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much :)
@JuuksZanezi 2 жыл бұрын
Perfect as always! I really love your work, the best in the business indeed!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
many thanks
@freshIight 2 жыл бұрын
Extremely nice restoration! Watched this in public and had to battle with my bulge lmao
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
ha ha glad you liked it :)
@Khanabyss420 2 жыл бұрын
@@AwesomeRestorations lmao he really really liked it 😂 😉
@user-jg2bj6ok3u 2 жыл бұрын
قناة تستحق لمتابعة 🌷❤️
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
many thanks
@officialBJW71 2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful restoration. The twists in your videos are also very creative. I particularly liked the VAT 69 in this one. We don't need to talk about your skills. They are phenomenal !!!
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
thanks so much :)
@Blue2crows 2 жыл бұрын
I wish I could use all your tools without getting hurt. Amazing talent you have. Thanks for showing it off.
@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
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