Zippo Lighter Restoration from the Vietnam War

Zippo Lighter Restoration from the Vietnam War - Đa krông 73-74

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Zippo lighter restoration from The Vietnam War Đa krông Post 1973-1974 with soldiers AWESOME hidden massage engraved in to it. Today I restore and repair an awesome lighter from Vietnam with a US Army Airborne Paratrooper Jump Wings Badge attached to is.
This Zippo lighter is a ground found from Đa krông in the Quảng Trị Province in the North Central Coast region of Vietnam. It was sent to me to restore from one of my friends in Asia.
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RESTORATION PROCESS
I used a little squeeze of WD40 rust remover to loosen things up. The inner case was stuck in the zippo bottom case, so I used my new custom tool to loosen those two parts from each other. I washed the inner and outer case in soapwater. Some Beautiful hand engraved inscriptions showed up on the lighter. I cleaned the inside lighter case in the sandblaster with low air pressure and I used white virgin aluminum oxide.
I heat treated the Zippo inner case to achieve a beautiful brown matt army color. I added the classic peace sign with my laser engraving machine. I also polished the case and lid to mirror blank. Finally I cleaned the Army Airborne Paratrooper Jump Wings decal in 12% vinegar and gave it a nice antique silver plating. I attached it to the Zippo with modern glue…sorry.
HIDDEN MESSAGE ON THE LIGHTER
VIETNAM DA KRONG 73-74
WHEN I DIE BURY
ME FACE DOWN
SO THE WHOLE WORLD
CAN KISS MY **
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Thanks for watching my restoration video. See you soon, Cheers Martin
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@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

In this video I restore a Vietnam War Zippo Lighter - Feel free to spread some LOVE ❤👍 Also see my OLD NORDIC HAMMER RESTORATION - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/edp3mrequJ29kWQ.html - Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin

@TechyMaster 3 жыл бұрын

First

@riyad3399 3 жыл бұрын

ارررررررحب

@evertonoliveira6676 3 жыл бұрын

*Assistindo aqui do BRASIL 🇧🇷❤👏🏼*

@ARGUS_THE_WIZARD 3 жыл бұрын

It's a world war 2 U.S. paratroopers sterling silver coat of arms.

@sashagrahovac694 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Restorations sorry but those background sounds r super annoying

@Amberdogproductions 3 жыл бұрын

As a U.S. veteran, it warms my heart to see you bring these iconic items back to life again. Thank you so very much for doing them. The 3 veteran lighters you did made my eyes water.

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you liked the videos ❤

@Sam_50210 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your service

@Jakut888 2 жыл бұрын

What did fight for? Only in second total war Japan attacked you but you guys destroyed so many countries just for nothing!!!!

@dirtonknees2 2 жыл бұрын

@@Jakut888 shut up troll

@Jakut888 2 жыл бұрын

@@dirtonknees2 no, I'm serious. Tell me if you are smart enough for what us army fight all the time waste money of taxpayers!

@JohnDoe-gj4dv 3 жыл бұрын

The Wings with Parachute are United States Army Basic Parachutist " Airborne " insignia. Worn by U.S. Army Soldiers and United States Marines

@mrsapplez2007 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@mrsapplez2007 3 жыл бұрын

And reported the spam

@210HAVOK 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone in the service can go to airborne school, I went with all branches

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for sharing your knowledge I really appreciate it 😉👍

@MikeSverchevsky 3 жыл бұрын

@@AwesomeRestorations Bro, tell to us, how you find this lighter ?

@circutrider 2 жыл бұрын

the winged parachute is jump school wings indicating that the person has qualified to jump. It is not exclusive to the Army but anyone from any service who completes the school and qualifies to jump can wear them. Da Krong is a place (like Da Nang).

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for your comment Dave I really appreciate it :)

@IamChevalier Жыл бұрын

My uncle carried a zippo very similar to the one your are restoring - I beleive the symbol/logo signifies the previous owner was Airborne - the most famous being the 82nd - but the 101st is also pretty famous. As #Dave mentions, it could mean the prev owner carried the Airborne qualification and was part of another unit - all MACV-SOG operators were Airborne qualified, but belonged to Army SpecForces. My uncle was ForceRecon Marines in Vietnam 67-70 operating in CCN (as far as I can tell)

@rochducey4669 2 жыл бұрын

The emblem that was removed, cleaned, and re-silvered is a U.S. parachutist badge for the 101st and 82nd airborne paratroopers.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for telling me :)

@charlesmurphy919 2 жыл бұрын

not just 101 or 82nd . they are jump wings

@LKS-1976 2 жыл бұрын

AATW

@cpreston2566 2 жыл бұрын

Who tf dont know that

@charliemancuso5690 2 жыл бұрын

Silver wings are what someone gets for successfully completing US Army Airborne School at Ft. Benning Georgia. The mark of a paratrooper. Not the mark of a specific unit.

@Deus_Divinitus 3 жыл бұрын

The symbol was a parachute and wings for the US airborne division with the best engraving "When I die bury me face down so the whole world can kiss my ass"

@user-fi3yc7il6y 3 жыл бұрын

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@buiducphuong5131 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-fi3yc7il6y wuhan virus

@mystix1979 2 жыл бұрын

@@user-fi3yc7il6y ?

@user-fi3yc7il6y 2 жыл бұрын

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@mystix1979 2 жыл бұрын

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@davidgolinsky 3 жыл бұрын

Basic Parachutist "Jump wings". Got mine in 80'. 😉

@danieledragone423 3 жыл бұрын

I’m Italian and I got mine in ‘89.

@33tonino 3 жыл бұрын

@@danieledragone423 io nel 71

@hoffa_82nd2 3 жыл бұрын

Got mine in 87' and spent 10 yrs in the 82nd......

@Feedforwrardjames9 3 жыл бұрын

daniele dragone questo nel video però è il brevetto usa il nostro è appena diverso ed ha la stella al centro , simbolo che contraddistingue il brevetto militare da quello civile

@fidelmercado2621 3 жыл бұрын

Got mine in '02. Airborne!

@BrandoCalrissian82 2 жыл бұрын

Those are coveted US Army Paratrooper wings. The Airborne are a very proud community (which I’m proudly included) and you did a magnificent job on this lighter. #AirborneAllTheWay

@JaketheJust 2 жыл бұрын

I love the smell of Awesome Restorations in the morning…Smells like Victory

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks :)

@notamexican91 3 жыл бұрын

The engraving was a bit odd, but a lot of soldiers displayed it ironically back then. 10/10 message on the case, though.

@myunaveragelife9538 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of soldiers wore peace sign pins there. That’s why Full Metal Jacket included that detail because some had it on the back of their helmets and shit along with lines like “Born To Kill”

@KeklordNappa 3 жыл бұрын

"When I die, bury me face down so the whole world can kiss my ass" has gotta be one of my all-time favorite quotes

@lauriieee 3 жыл бұрын

These are the most calming yet interesting videos, your creativity and humour with what you do really makes these videos unique!

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

@choiceismine 2 жыл бұрын

So calming it put my daughter to bed lol

@lbcruzn6254 3 жыл бұрын

I spent time on a ship in the south China sea during Viet Nam 68 tru 70.I came back with 2 zippos with picture of my ship on them. Thank-you for bringing to life those Nam lighters. Hopefully their owners survived. 🙏

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment, I hope they survived too :)

@philswift8311 3 жыл бұрын

Don't get me wrong, I loved the restoration. The only thing I don't like is how you engraved the peace sign on it. I'm not against it or anything I just think that it should be as original as possible

@brannockbreakdowns7949 3 жыл бұрын

I agree but at least it was on the inside.

@bradleyholcombe6114 3 жыл бұрын

Peace is not always the answer. Sometimes fighting is the only way

@philswift8311 3 жыл бұрын

@TEKNOMOGUL like I said, I'm not against it. I just think that it should be left how it was. I think of it as getting a really old car but but putting modern suspension in it, no one will see it but it doesn't make it all original

@jhonettesoriao7635 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe that was for his credit since he is the one who restored it. 😄

@datnguyenhuy1427 3 жыл бұрын

@@bradleyholcombe6114 As a Vietnamese, I feel respected by his peace sign. This lighter is evidence of the once brutal violence America put on our country. The war was purely death or survival. Remember Nixon wanted to nuke Hanoi. Yes, fighting was the only way for Vietnamese people at those long, cold, starving years. This peace sign is like a penance, it eases the pain. Thank you Martin

@BeyondEcho95 3 жыл бұрын

Can we take a moment to appreciate the quote. Knowing military, that's exactly something someone would say 🤣

@krisaaron5771 Жыл бұрын

Go to 4:32 and watch the eyes on the little bear wire dispenser! These videos are wonderful! Calming, restful, and they bring back memories of that time in history when we were so young and had our entire lives ahead of us. We thought we were going to change the world... instead, the world does what it always does and changed us. Tears for who we were and those we lost.

@mkivy 2 жыл бұрын

love watching ur show sir. My father never smoked…even during his tour in WW11…he fought in the “Battle Of the Bulge” he was in the 82nd Airborne division! He met Eisenhower and Patton. As a matter of fact he served as an entry during a party the generals and upper Echelon had after the war..he said every one was there from Montgomery to our Generals. He said u should of seen the food and alcohol 🍺 served. Thank you for all the wonderful videos. It amazes me how well you work and restore. I just can’t believe u remember where everything goes? Take care and stay safe.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for this comment Mike I really appreciate it. I can only imagine the food and alcohol back then :)

@TXnine7nine 3 жыл бұрын

3:41 That is the symbol of a US Army Paratrooper. Those are their “jump wings” that all paratroopers get upon graduating airborne school.

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for sharing your knowledge I really appreciate it 😉👍

@LoneWolf_zulu_D 3 жыл бұрын

Hooah Airborne

@WayneWelly 3 жыл бұрын

The engraved words made me laugh that person had a sense of humour

@rowdyeggplaad578 3 жыл бұрын

Fun fact: WWE HOF Mean Jean Oakerlage said the same thing in his HOF Speech

@robertg.2111 2 жыл бұрын

It would frankly be so cool to have the owner asking for his lighter back, it still bears the message.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

yes it would :)

@liyahliyah694 2 жыл бұрын

Apart from this incredible incredible work you do and the amazing way you film it, I love the night sounds so much and the fact that there’s no background music. It’s great ASMR and i usually don’t like ASMR videos. So peaceful and calming and I can’t stop watching these actually. Much love❤️

@KrashZk 3 жыл бұрын

4:19 anyone else see the face that appeared while using his magic potions

@jessefrazier9263 3 жыл бұрын

Zippo Jesus?

@BusyTiredHappyMama 3 жыл бұрын

So glad I wasn’t the only one to see that. Had to rewind and watch again just to make sure it wasn’t in my head.😳😅

@takeandbakejake3271 3 жыл бұрын

God?

@nevtheactor8459 3 жыл бұрын

I think he was memeing you

@nishaadgogte7213 3 жыл бұрын

@@jessefrazier9263 zisus?

@No1StarWarsFangirl 3 жыл бұрын

"The text is not full readable yet" Oh Marty that text was *completely* readable even then

@tuananhtran8241 2 жыл бұрын

Xin chào! Tôi đến từ VIỆT NAM. Tôi đã xem lại video này rất nhiều lần. Thật tuyệt vời khi chiếp zippo có khắc chữ: VIỆT NAM. Cảm ơn bạn vì đã phục chế chiếc zippo đó. 🥰👍👍👍

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for watching :)

@themightysquid 2 жыл бұрын

Done with loving respect. Very impressive and honorable to the memories of those who served.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much :)

@hoon4tw 3 жыл бұрын

Poetry rarely displayed. Someday if I get a tattoo I might get this one: "When I die bury me face down so the whole world can kiss my ass". Beautiful.

@dropday1989 3 жыл бұрын

Should have had some Doors or CCR music playing in the background...

@mouhanaddaem2924 3 жыл бұрын

"WHEN I DIE BURY ME FACE DOWN SO THE WHOLE WORLD CAN KISS MY ASS"

@tomcute5524 3 жыл бұрын

Dali manila

@fiction9086 2 жыл бұрын

@Asif S A that’s kinda sus bromie

@coreyw.6028 3 жыл бұрын

My father served in the Vietnam War. This restoration really touched home. Very very awesome ❤

@zac9114 2 жыл бұрын

4:01 the reflect is scary af

@lindam9618 2 жыл бұрын

This just showed up in my "suggested" videos. You are truly a master metalsmith/restorer. Beautiful work!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much :)

@LazySlothGaming442 3 жыл бұрын

Him : we need a little squeeze of WD40 Me: oh that’s normal Also him: And some fire Me: :O

@SandraRegina-jp1rx 2 жыл бұрын

Olá,parece ser nossa Senhora aparecida,padroeira do Brasil!

@xMrsmileyfacex 3 жыл бұрын

It is called the Parachutist Badge or "jump wings" it is an actual military badge.

@pattyknutson5192 3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was a hot air ballon

@xMrsmileyfacex 3 жыл бұрын

@@pattyknutson5192 There's a nice picture of it if you google it. Also there are other versions of it depending on how many combat jumps you take.

@johnflynn6140 3 жыл бұрын

jump wings for airborne I think cause its also list for just parachutist www.google.com/search?q=us+airborne+jump+wings&tbm=isch&ved=2ahUKEwiPksbsyorsAhVNZq0KHXiIDckQ2-cCegQIABAA&oq=us+airborne+jump+wings&gs_lcp=CgNpbWcQAzIGCAAQCBAeOgQIABBDOgIIADoECAAQHjoECAAQGFD9aFjzeWDSe2gAcAB4AIABaIgB0AaSAQQxMC4xmAEAoAEBqgELZ3dzLXdpei1pbWfAAQE&sclient=img&ei=Cy1xX8_gEc3MtQX4kLbIDA&bih=977&biw=1920&rlz=1C1GGRV_enCA751CA752

@laurafaul8260 3 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely fascinated by how this laser engraving works, the first time I saw this on your channel, it looked so surreal to me 🤯

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard! And yes it is really cool with the laser :)

@aestheticbird9299 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly that engraving is an absolute mood

@crestcomplete 3 жыл бұрын

everyone’s talking about how the engraving isnt good for the restoration but that laser engraving was sick as shit i’ve never seen something that cool

@paritshithpranav4564 3 жыл бұрын

Did anyone see a Person's face in the solution at 4:19

@DMM-gm3zb 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. A man with a beard. Good catch!

@RJ1menzZ585 3 жыл бұрын

Hidden face reveal?!

@pokemonlover4life977 3 жыл бұрын

I saw it two hade to look twice to make shore I wasn’t seeing thangs👀

@TheShaggyRifleman 3 жыл бұрын

@@RJ1menzZ585 no. Hes shown his face plenty of times

@danielcordero901 3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was John Rambo's face.

@svetoslavivanov7905 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos man, I always feel so calm and relaxed watching them - as some sort of anti-stress therapy! And the lighters restorations are my favorites :) Cheers!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Svetoslav I am really glad you like my videos - I am sure you will like the next video too 😊🔥

@XWA2203 2 жыл бұрын

Your channel is the best proof that people should not throw good things away, even if in a bad shape. Beautifully restored item and nicely directed video. Thank you very much!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much :)

@FloridaClay 3 жыл бұрын

I applaud the quality of the restoration. I have some mixed emotions about the engraving of the inner case though. This is a significant historic artifact. I would not have done that.

@durlydurl 3 жыл бұрын

He only asked himself if he could, not if he should. Hipster mentality.

@LongboardManiac 3 жыл бұрын

You dont see it, and it doesn't affect the performance or history of the piece. He was just adding his own rendition to an artifact that he spent hours restoring, imagine it as his little signature. I think it was a great addition to the piece!

@simon-patrickjohnson 3 жыл бұрын

I don't see a problem with him putting a peace sign on it, it's hidden plus it belongs to him and was his project

@Kommandor942 3 жыл бұрын

I love this guy's work but it's when he does this that reminds me why I put my mechanic above him in terms of restoration skill. My mechanic and other restorationists truly go the extra mile in restoring works, hell my mechanic was even apologetic in not being able to salvage the knife he was trying to restore and the irony ? My mechanic doesn't have restoration in his name but he embraces the true meaning of restoring a piece.

@sam1812seal 3 жыл бұрын

At first I thought the same thing but I don’t believe it’s a US military issue one. I could be wrong but all the issued ones I’ve seen have been engraved and enamelled with the unit/ship/base insignia and not had anything bonded to them. Perhaps this was made as a gift from a US serviceman to an ARVN one?

@mamba4942 3 жыл бұрын

4:19 that scared me, I thought someone was behind me. I'm literally watching this home alone in quarantine

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂 sorry

@mamba4942 3 жыл бұрын

@@AwesomeRestorations 😂😂no probs man... thanks for the reply though 🤩

@achillesmendrez7807 3 жыл бұрын

oh his face 😂

@youssefalfi3233 3 жыл бұрын

Its a parachute

@RockyMountainWest13 3 жыл бұрын

Good little brainwashed sheep keep staying home “quarantining” for a “virus” that has over a 99% survival rate while the normal people go out and live life

@mgarstka 2 жыл бұрын

Yet again, captivating, educational and a pleasure to watch! You certainly know your trade and keep it interesting to watch.

@michaelhorn1667 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly. Seeing the finished product brought tears to my eyes.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks, I am glad you liked it :)

@tomjennings1982 3 жыл бұрын

No one going to mention the bear blinking at 5:44?

@Smorans 3 жыл бұрын

Omg i thought i saw it blink too, then thought maybe it was just a light reflection! 😂 so at least I’m not seeing things

@gwencocoa 3 жыл бұрын

he winked!

@DMM-gm3zb 3 жыл бұрын

I saw it too.

@michaelpender3299 3 жыл бұрын

I saw it too

@beamngmutilation 3 жыл бұрын

I got really confused when a billy goat noise came out of a wooden cat

@futrey9353 2 жыл бұрын

You mean a lynx?

@adambarker1626 2 жыл бұрын

@@futrey9353 Let people enjoy things.

@desertwolf3818 2 жыл бұрын

You brought a piece of history back to life, Amazing.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks so much :)

@glennbrymer4065 3 жыл бұрын

The 1st sight made me sad. The restoration made my heart swelled and I was brought to tears. So many memories of those zippos that everyone carried. Outstanding job! Liked your hand movements and flourishes. Enjoyed it.

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks so much for your comment :)

@ishlahhanif8164 2 жыл бұрын

3:14 wtf was that😭

@Anriandor 3 жыл бұрын

Some people spend thousands on cars, computers or clothing. This lovely lad - sandblasting machine it is 👌😍 I wonder how expensive everything together is 🤔

@firdauszahari2030 3 жыл бұрын

4:20 WTF DUDE I THOUGHT THERE'S A PERSON BEHIND ME Edit: and the time was perfectly at 4:20 lmao

@RageDirtyIrby 3 жыл бұрын

I thought i was going crazy

@UltimateEntity 3 жыл бұрын

LoL its hard to figure out😂

@ahmetgrcn2663 3 жыл бұрын

I thought it was my reflection but distorted and weird looking, scared the shit out of me lmao

@ChildOfSun23 3 жыл бұрын

lmao that was creepy

@jun4666 3 жыл бұрын

08ü0000000p77

@highbrow4069 2 жыл бұрын

I know you are trying to make us smile, and you know what it's working for me. ❤️❤️

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad!

@highbrow4069 2 жыл бұрын

@@AwesomeRestorations 😌

@natediepenbrock6332 2 жыл бұрын

AMAZING audio editing/balancing!!! Keeping the clicks clicky but the grinder soft enough! 10/10 thank you!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed!

@broxxhunter8691 3 жыл бұрын

Отдельная благодарность за субтитры:))

@hoangnamthuan2876 3 жыл бұрын

I'm from Vietnam, thank you for restoring your memories

@menar8661 3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@timcalhoun6465 2 жыл бұрын

US Airborne. I was never active. Learned out of respect. Nice find, restoration and setup. I’m searching some of the zippo tools you show to restore some of my dad’s old ones and maintain ones I’ve collected.

@seanwagner1854 3 жыл бұрын

Airborne jump wings. Pounded into your chest after graduation from airborne school! Still got mine somewhere.

@duaneho555 3 жыл бұрын

Great restoration. Not sure about adding a peace sign to a paratroopers zippo but awesome work overall.

@MatthewC9341 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. A purer restoration to as close to original condition would have done the piece and it's history more justice. Still looks good though

@Reir0o 3 жыл бұрын

Its a message...

@rudybristow5563 3 жыл бұрын

The emblem you removed with the utility knife is a paratrooper wing. This lighter must have belonged to an Airborne jumper.

@mitchnorton3709 2 жыл бұрын

The inscription is a standard infantry sentiment. Awesome job.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks a lot

@juttamaier2111 2 жыл бұрын

Like, before or after they join any given war?

@KyleKrunk 3 жыл бұрын

The care and respect you put into your work is awesome. Also the background ambiance is relaxing

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@RedDeadRestoration 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome job mate 👍🏻

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@Lucas-ng2pr 3 жыл бұрын

But the music in the background isnt very nice

@debbiesmith847 3 жыл бұрын

I love these sound effects

@redlegs3835 2 жыл бұрын

The vietnam war was not a popular war. The soldier that had that lighter was from the 101st Airborn division. The saying means that when the war ended and when they got off the plane they were being spit on called baby killers and all sorts of names. Sounds like this soldier was tired of it so tell the world to kiss my ass.

@fotorabia 2 жыл бұрын

@@debbiesmith847 I think its the The Clangers..the British 1970s kids TV programme about moon critturs....

@mrsirdeath1971 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone else is gonna mention that the bear 5:44 winks at ya??? I nearly choked on my water

@marianomaza8941 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah i saw that. Wierd.

@paradox4630 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, that actually happened? I thought I was crazy tired.

@dragonlordofchaos 3 жыл бұрын

Same. Wasn’t ready for that 😂

@xMuffinx 3 жыл бұрын

OMG SO U TOO, I THOUGHT I WAS HALLUCINATING LMAO 🤣

@bonnieramirez2860 2 жыл бұрын

Omg. This man is brilliant. The lighter is gorgeous. Wonderful job.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@tazattk 3 жыл бұрын

Brings back some old memories when I was in Viet Nam. Thanks for that; beautiful transformation of history. Well done my friend.

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@karincollins265 3 жыл бұрын

I love It. But still...i wish u wouldnt add New design to historic pieces...

@marothastuga2552 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes its necessary to keep the pieces together but i know what u mean

@stupidfuxkingnonamophobe 3 жыл бұрын

It’s hidden and won’t be seen for like another 20 years so I don’t see the problem

@Buddha23Fett 3 жыл бұрын

Datcord it’s necessary to engrave peace signs?

@wandzel9386 3 жыл бұрын

This editing is amazing- even the small stuff like the blinking of the ever when you pulled the metal out. So satisfying too!

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@ocanadastandinguard6840 2 жыл бұрын

Love your showmanship and sense of humour. Your restorations are remarkable.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy :)

@lemmdus2119 2 жыл бұрын

Watching your channel I realized that for turning 50 this year I will find a Vietnam zippo from 70 - 71 or 71 - 72. Every year on my birthday I read the virtual wall of who died the day I was born. This will be part of my tribute

@DEATH_GUN18 3 жыл бұрын

У тебя получаются самые интересные видосы по рестоврации предметов Это очень залипательно Продолжай в том же духе Желаю тебе удачи в будующем

@g4r1oxxx 3 жыл бұрын

12:00 дословный перевод: Когда я умру похоронить меня лицом вниз, чтобы весь мир мог поцеловать мою задницу

@GlebVelikiy 3 жыл бұрын

マシュマロ капитан очевидность в студии!

@g4r1oxxx 3 жыл бұрын

@@GlebVelikiy ну просто может кто-то не знает английский

@g4r1oxxx 3 жыл бұрын

@@GlebVelikiy и автор канал перевёл по другому

@BloodyWolf-gu5be 3 жыл бұрын

May I have a translation?

@pablohenrico8576 3 жыл бұрын

Vdd

@julie79au 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome and respectful restoration!! Absolutely amazing!! Great job!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@nancymills1884 2 жыл бұрын

This made me cry. I grew up during the Viet Nam era, and this lighter would have been the pride of a paratrooper. I wonder at the story it would tell.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

so glad you liked it :)

@iiBeToXiC 3 жыл бұрын

When you restore these they're so beautiful. I'm so glad you're so careful with the history of them. Good job man 🖤

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@Blake_Dodge 3 жыл бұрын

whoever oned this lighter had a great sence of humor

@ReiverBlue1971 2 жыл бұрын

Yet another beautiful object restored in all it's glory.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thank you so much

@phananhnguyen1819 2 жыл бұрын

You keep your tools so clean, everything looks so nice and neat. Well done from Viet Nam with awe

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@GraduatedIn 3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry, did that bear just WINK at me?!

@vektor_z7208 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, a cool bear.

@jessemcroberts5099 3 жыл бұрын

Ya that screwed with me too. Glad I'm not the only one.

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

😉😉

@coleslaw7646 3 жыл бұрын

you aint trippin

@wylanvallotton4462 3 жыл бұрын

Is there actually a woodpecker and a warble outside your shop, or are the sounds added in?

@solarity2991 3 жыл бұрын

We need a little squeeze of WD-40 Proceeds to empty the entire bottle out

@jefferybrianring191 2 жыл бұрын

Impressively well done restoration, sir, ur a real perfectionist.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@lockdaclock5339 3 жыл бұрын

I was stunned by the lazer works and all his small tools helping him do his work. amazing talent tho' 🙌🏻

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much :)

@nolycs 3 жыл бұрын

Spreading love! I've never been this early before ❤️

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you! cheers my friend :)❤️

@neveritoprint 3 жыл бұрын

Erasing the history of war is not cool, when you do that our history is lost and, in the long run, forgotten and people will not be able to look at us and learn from these mistakes

@hori_ink82 3 жыл бұрын

I wish you kept the patina on the outside and just tidied the inside 😂 man your work is top quality and soo satisfying to watch 👌✨✨✨✨

@aridesouza11 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering, where you learned how to do this so perfectly? You’re an awesome artist congratulations, greetings from 🇧🇷

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀 I am self taught

@breezecardenas3941 3 жыл бұрын

That lazer engraving machine has got to be the coolest thing I've seen in quite some time! I bet that machine could give some pretty cool tattoos! Just like in the movie, Starship Troopers.

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍 yes that laser is really cool to work with 😉

@kensoi7262 3 жыл бұрын

I am a soldier in the Vietnam People's Army to send you thousands of love words

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

thanks and you get some love right back :)

@sunshineduong8227 3 жыл бұрын

As a Vietnamese i really appreciate that you put on the peace sign

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you liked it :)

@winterkeptuswarm 3 жыл бұрын

I also appreciate the peace sign. Americans have fought so many wars, American troops were killed and many more innocent civilians. Generations of entire regions have been affected. I wish we can go forward to the future in peace. (I am American)

@JasonSmith-vg8ew 3 жыл бұрын

Martin, this is SO amazing! I'm absolutely loving your videos! So glad I subscribed!

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@brianfalls5894 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice job on that vintage Zippo Martin! That would be so neat to have a piece of history like that. Well done sir! Well done!!!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly

@brianfalls5894 2 жыл бұрын

@@AwesomeRestorations Any time. It looks fantastic.

@user-rf4sq8hs1j 3 жыл бұрын

Новая жизнь, даже не подумаешь что можно восстановить, класс!

@borneoisland8142 3 жыл бұрын

AWESOME THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE SUBTITLE ♥️♥️😉

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@fiction9086 2 жыл бұрын

That is a badass quote. Awesome find, and awesome restoration.

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly

@diepanhtran4241 2 жыл бұрын

Still proud of Vietnam 🇻🇳🇻🇳🇻🇳

@evertonoliveira6676 3 жыл бұрын

*Salveeeee ✌🏻 Assistindo aqui do BRASIL 🇧🇷❤👏🏼*

@reis3221 3 жыл бұрын

Was it just me or did the wooden bear blink when Martin took the iron out of his mouth ?

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

😉😉

@beng6080 3 жыл бұрын

Love the (over)drama in moving stuff, opening bottles, shifting tools, assembling parts - totally unnecessary but adds solid value to the video - awesome job, sir

@AwesomeRestorations 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@bangsenn1228 2 жыл бұрын

after watching this video I can sleep soundly, because the sound of your work is very comfortable to hear

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

I am glad you feel this way :)

@lll4097 3 жыл бұрын

I missed the sand blasting for a long time

@tanujgarapati3160 3 жыл бұрын

There isn’t a need to mention to spread love because true fans will never need of getting reminded of it

@BludyCheshir 2 жыл бұрын

I startesd watching these because I love seeing from old to new. I have my Grandpas Bomber jacket from Vietnam War. As his Granddaughter I thank you deeply for this. Godbless and you did an amazing job!

@AwesomeRestorations 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for watching :)