In this video i restore a rare whiskey hip flask from World War 2 - please see video description for more info - Enjoy :) SEE all my other World War restoration 👉th-cam.com/play/PLQTERokpOFqgwUszTf7CBnRvNNrp3TDYm.html👈 Thanks for watching my channel. See you soon. Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin.
@@RaxaPKXD That would have been one good way to go. With all that lead, it's probably not healthy to drink from it. Me personally, I would have just left the holes cleaned it up and presented the flask as a history and conversation piece.
It is a Royal Air Force cap badge, hence the letters „RAF“. It was worn with the beret, usually by NCOs. The badge shows the „King‘s Crown“ indicating it was produced between 1919 and 1952, as the RAF was not formed until 1918. So basically it is very likely the badge dates back to WW II. From 1952 (?) onwards the cap would show the „Queen‘s Crown“, which everyone will understand. 😊 The seagull is the RAF‘s official heraldic symbol, the Royal Seagull of the Empire. 😂 The writing „PER ARDUA SURGO“ (I rise through hard (times)) is 45 Squadron‘s motto, a British unit of tactical bomber planes. This is a bit strange as during WW II 45 Squadron was deployed in Africa and Asia, but never in France. It took part in WW I though. This, however, does not explain how the flask got to France as the cap badge was not produced before 1919. Hm. Maybe my research yielded the wrong results.
I found the same results as you, and asked my husband who is a history nerd, and he said that this was correkt. But perhaps this one ended up in france because a son had taken his fathers flask with him, as a memento? I think thats plausible.
I don't know why, but I've always liked the "squeak squeak pop" sound effect of the bottles being opened! 😂 You are very good at your repairs. It's always good to see these old artifacts returned to their original glory!
I kept watching hoping the holes would be filled with a different metal - like a brass or something - to keep it's history. The restore is still great and I like that he kept a lot of the wear - it honors whoever dropped it.
Ну брат, ты конечно молодец, воскресить из не бытия прошлое, нет слов, смотреть на творения мастера это волшебство, с замиранием сердца, твори и дальше всего тебе самого светлого и наилучшего
Also the motto on the back is "per ardua surgo", in English "I rise through difficult things". However, the official RAF motto is "per ardua ad astra" which means "towards the stards". I did some research and found out that this is the Number 45 Squadron's of the Royal Air Force motto. It's their badge which motto is different. They fought in Italy and in North Africa, so perhaps it was found somewhere around here.
Martin, you are catching all kinds of flack for restoring this to original condition. I have to say you did the right thing. There is no person associated with this flask. No history. No story. You restored it to original condition for all of us to see. Thank you. You always put your heart and soul into your work and I can’t give you enough accolades.❤️
No history? It's a 100 year old Flask assigned to a specific unknown RAF solder near a famous battlefield in France. I am sure it just caught a couple stray bullets as it fell from the sky on an uneventful sunny day...
@@tiffanycoleman1855those soldiers were pulled from a battlefield with facts they passed in battle, unlike a flask with ZERO history and a few target holes in it. PROVE it was in battle, and I’ll change my mind.
@@AwesomeRestorationsI think you did a good job filling in the holes, it’s restoration for a reason lol. Not half job oration😂. If you read this I love your work!❤
I too was a bit mixed on the fixing of the bullet holes as a few have mentioned but that wouldn’t make this an awesome restorations! Plus id much rather know this flask was restored and made awesome once again rather than still being buried and forgotten somewhere in France
В процессе реставрации была утеряна цепь и некоторое количество виски... Но в дальнейшей эксплуатации фляга была наполнена не раз и ответственно давала своему владельцу 🥃 в нужный момент. Спасибо Мартин! U R ze best!!!
I always admire your works. Is it only me who think that those bullet holes should be kept? You could just clean the flask but keep the holes as the indication of how fierce is the war.
Impressive that you created a tool to help fixing some dents from the inside of the flask. My goodness, is there anything that you can't do? Much respect for your talent and knowledge
Nice job as usual! When the pewter got too hot, it was fortunate that it didn't collapse in on itself. But you had the ability to fill in the hloe. It wasn't a complete failure, it was a challenge that you accepted and conquered!😊
LOVE THIS ONE! While we didn't get any sand blasting, we get a nice not to the favorite libation of Captain Lewis Nixon (Vat 69). Thank you for always keeping us entertained with your incredible talent.
Good job , you found it , bought it acquired it somehow. Its yours so do with it as you please. I love seeing old things restored and watching the craft performed is always entertaining. No need to randomly speculate what the value or the story behind the bullet holes was. Not every piece needs to be in a museum. This way everyone can enjoy the flask as it was and now is.
I really like your of use of your unique tool and the zip tie. Those pliers was genius. Not sure why I've never thought of using the zip tie. Brilliant. Personally though I think it would have been better with the bullet holes left in and used as a show piece rather than repairing it
Steve Lehto found a Confederate belt buckle many years ago. He did the research on it. Quite a few experts said it was a re-pop. He finally got hold of one expert that heard where he found it, and when, and made an offer that Steve couldn’t refuse. Lehto’s Law Archive, right here on YT
Thank you so much for your kind support. I really appreciate it :) 💖💖👍👍 About the chain. Thanks for noticing this! The chain was so fragile that it crumbled apart. So I could not use it and I did not think that a new chain would fit the old flask very well. So that why I "forgot" the chain Cheers :)
В какой-то момент испугался что фляга сломалась именно на месте с надписью "Per ardua surgo". Подумал что очень обидно, но в конце выдохнул😂 Очень нравятся твои ролики и твоя работа, друг, выпускай ролики чаще, по возможности😊
Thank you , Martin . The Winged Camel symbolises the fact that the Squadron flew Camel Aircraft during World War I. It also symbolise the long period the Squadron was stationed in the Middle East. The Motto translates as "Through difficulties I arise". The badge was granted in October 1936. 🐺 Loupis Canis .
My initial thoughts, too. After thinking about it, though, what are the odds 2 bullets that close in battle? My guess is it was used for target practice by someone.
If it was known who it belonged to (name, serial number, initials) your statement would stand true. However, none of that is known. There is no story that came with this item. It’s a flask with holes in it.
Thats 2 different calibers... not likely target practice either... unless it was just 1 shot with 2 different guns. Those are most likely real shots. This never should have been restored. It was an artifact deserving a museum
I couldn't really make out what the third letter on the crest/logo is, so it is now another "R". Let the crest stand for "REALLY" AWESOME RESTORATIONS. It was sent from up above for you my friend. Now you have an alternate channel name and a badass looking crest/logo. Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!! 👍
Я вижу как ты к реликвиям второй мировой войны в 2 раза бережней относишься, эта фляга мечта любого человека. Надеюсь и у меня когда ни будь в жизни появиться, реликвия второй мировой войны. У меня дедушка прошел 2 войны Русско-Финскую и великую отечественную.
Where is the indication of 45 Sqn.? And your translation of the Inscription isn’t quite correct, Ad Astra would be the actual Latin that should have been written ie the inscription in Latin should read “ Per Ardua, Ad Astra” which is the motto of the Royal Air Force meaning “ through difficulties to the stars”. The engraving at the top of the flask shows an eagle in flight and I suspect that the numerals beneath the makers name denote the date of production of the flask, so 0722 indicates that it was initially manufactured or sold to a retailer in July 1922. The engraving and the addition of the RAF cap badge would have taken place probably much later, more than likely during the Second World War, possibly as a gift from a loved one or special friend. In the video the badge appears to be chromed leading me to believe it might have been owned by an officer, as an ordinary rank and file airman or NCO would have been issued with a brass or bronze badge.
Thank you! 😊 The chain was so fragile that it crumbles apart. So I could not use it and I did not think that a new chain would fit the old flask very well. Cheers :)
This one actually made me a little emotional. I was transported back in time and formulating a scenario in my mind as to the battle which transpired to cause the bullet holes and the soldier who quite possibly lost his life. This was a beautiful piece. I believe it may have belonged to a high ranking officer. The monogram and the marking tell a story 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🥰
Спасибо Вам за ваши видео и Ваш труд! Смотрю и радуюсь за те вещи, которые попали к Вам в руки! Вы для них Творец, Создатель и Спаситель! 😊 И как бы я хотел что бы Бог поработал со мной так же, как вы с этими вещами! 😁
Спасибо большое за Ваши видео и труд, очень мощно !!! Продолжайте дальше реставрировать вещи, очень интересно смотреть как делаете казалось бы невозможное !!!
@@tok1214 Eu escrevi em russo: "muito obrigado por seus vídeos e trabalho, muito poderoso !!! Continue restaurando as coisas, é muito interessante ver como você faz o que parece impossível !!!"
What about the chain? it could have been cool looking to see the flask having its chain back but l can understand if the flask is very fragile so risk of adding it back might have break it even more like in 9:57-10:03 but still very amazing looking :)
A wonderful restoration of the flask Martin. I'm not sure of the RAR medallion, but Per Ardua Surgo means "Through difficulties I arise." Question: although it could not be a flask again, but did give thought of keeping the bullet holes in the flask? I'm toasting your video with a Blackstone St. Charles Porter. I hope you and yours are healthy and in good spirits. Cheers from this old retired coot who just celebrated our 51st Wedding Anniversary, living the dream in Tennessee.
What I love about your channel, that other channels DO NOT do, is take the time to fix the dents in the metal in the projects. It really takes your stuff to the next level.
I appreciate the restoration but personally I find that repairing the flask if the battle damage is very disrespectful to both the soldier and their memory however it was an amazing restoration just in bad taste I'm afraid
You have no idea how those bullet holes got there. To me, this looks as if it could have been used for target practice. Since it was in such terrible condition, obviously no one cared for it in any way. It's now a show peice.
For me, repairing the bullet holes removed the history of the flask. Unforgivable that such an interesting item with so much history was reduced to a novelty.
Wao, wao, wao, excelente trabajo, quedó muy bonito, si no lo hubiera visto antes de arreglarlo, no hubiera creído el excelente trabajo que hiciste. Gracias por el video. Saludos desde Boston Massachusetts
Excellent repair and restoration. The badge is a RAF (Royal Air Force) Cap Badge. Information on the flask is minimal. There was a Sheffield-based silversmith and plating company called William Hutton & Sons. William Hutton & Sons acquired Creswick & Co in 1902 and began to use their crossed arrows marks. William Hutton & Sons was absorbed by James Dixon & Sons in 1930. Awesome work on the repair of the bullet holes. Keep up the good work Martin
It is a thing of beauty. I’ve been watching your restorations for awhile now and I have to say that you never disappoint. Scroll on by the negative comments. You do you! Keep up the good work.
Well, it is a process called life, in which we all messed up, but the real flavor in life is when we know how to fix our own mistakes!!! Another masterpiece from "el maestro".
A lovely restoration @awesomerestorations of an item made in my home town of Sheffield, Yorkshire, England. Famous for its steel works in days gone by👌👍
Eres lo ¡MAXIMO! ,en restauraciones, y en sorprender con tu tecnica de trabajo sino además en la calidad muy cuidada de tu video. Gracias por compartir tu pasión. Desde Salta Argentina cariños Mirta.❤
Because i am a collector of antique pieces I personally would never have closed the holes, I prefer it original but different strokes for different folks. Non the less, great job
Мартин, очень интересная работа. Когда смотришь на эту флягу, сразу задумываешься о судьбе ее хозяина. Куда попали те пули, которые оставил эти отверстия? Был ли этот момент последним в его жизни? Любая война - это страх и смерть. Пусть на земле никогда не будет войн! С наилучшими пожеланиями из России, Репа Горькая!
Обожаю этот канал ❤ обожаю этого мастера😊 получаю просто эстетическое удовольствие от его работы! Нравится уханье совы, животные с проволокой, и всякие баночки, бутылочки, инструменты) и нравится сам мастер👍 производит впечатление очень доброго человека, с отличным чувством юмора😉
Thank you so much for watching, and for your kind comment! i really try to make it as relaxing as possible, so seeing these comments make my day 😉👍 Cheers from sweden 🍻
In this video i restore a rare whiskey hip flask from World War 2 - please see video description for more info - Enjoy :)
SEE all my other World War restoration 👉th-cam.com/play/PLQTERokpOFqgwUszTf7CBnRvNNrp3TDYm.html👈
Thanks for watching my channel. See you soon.
Best wishes and stay safe ❤ Martin.
My first thought, keeping the holes by soldering in pipes! 😁👍
That definitely was an awesome restoration.
durch harte Dinge stehe ich auf= per ardua surgo👍
I was thinking that if you had repaired the holes with clear epoxy resin they would still have the cool factor !
@@RaxaPKXD That would have been one good way to go. With all that lead, it's probably not healthy to drink from it. Me personally, I would have just left the holes cleaned it up and presented the flask as a history and conversation piece.
It is a Royal Air Force cap badge, hence the letters „RAF“.
It was worn with the beret, usually by NCOs. The badge shows the „King‘s Crown“ indicating it was produced between 1919 and 1952, as the RAF was not formed until 1918. So basically it is very likely the badge dates back to WW II.
From 1952 (?) onwards the cap would show the „Queen‘s Crown“, which everyone will understand. 😊
The seagull is the RAF‘s official heraldic symbol, the Royal Seagull of the Empire. 😂
The writing „PER ARDUA SURGO“ (I rise through hard (times)) is 45 Squadron‘s motto, a British unit of tactical bomber planes. This is a bit strange as during WW II 45 Squadron was deployed in Africa and Asia, but never in France. It took part in WW I though. This, however, does not explain how the flask got to France as the cap badge was not produced before 1919. Hm. Maybe my research yielded the wrong results.
Thanks!!
I found the same results as you, and asked my husband who is a history nerd, and he said that this was correkt. But perhaps this one ended up in france because a son had taken his fathers flask with him, as a memento? I think thats plausible.
@@kusokk That's my thinking.
It may also be, that one serviceman changed units, as after the axis left Africa, there was not that much need for bombers there.
@@sthenzel, and way before the Axis left Africa the Squadron did. But of course, you may be right.
I don't know why, but I've always liked the "squeak squeak pop" sound effect of the bottles being opened! 😂
You are very good at your repairs. It's always good to see these old artifacts returned to their original glory!
thanks so much. I also like these pops 😊
Great job. I liked that you fixed the bullet holes because it was an interesting process, but it did lose the coolness factor of having bullet holes.
[[[ Ghost taps him on the shoulder ]]]
"Been looking for that, cheers mate!"
hahaha
True, the bullet holes told the story of events.
I kept watching hoping the holes would be filled with a different metal - like a brass or something - to keep it's history. The restore is still great and I like that he kept a lot of the wear - it honors whoever dropped it.
Don't worry, they were not even real bullet holes anyway. Clearly drilled for theatrical reasons, but still a nice job of the repair...
Ну брат, ты конечно молодец, воскресить из не бытия прошлое, нет слов, смотреть на творения мастера это волшебство, с замиранием сердца, твори и дальше всего тебе самого светлого и наилучшего
thank you so much for your kind words 😊
@@AwesomeRestorations
Удивительное превращение из старой никому не нужной вещи, в прекрасное изделие, знающщее себе цену, ❤❤❤ Мастеру - почёт и уважение! ❤❤❤
RAF is the Royal Air Force. The badge is from WWI. Could’ve been a family item that a soldier put on their flask.
During the first world war wasn't it the royal flying corps?
The badge cannot be from WW I. Production of this specific badge did not start before 1919.
@@benedictoneill6369Yes. The RFC or “the 15 minuters” for the Blackadder IV fans.
Also the motto on the back is "per ardua surgo", in English "I rise through difficult things". However, the official RAF motto is "per ardua ad astra" which means "towards the stards". I did some research and found out that this is the Number 45 Squadron's of the Royal Air Force motto. It's their badge which motto is different. They fought in Italy and in North Africa, so perhaps it was found somewhere around here.
Не ошибается только тот, кто ничего не делает! У тебя руки золотые, бро! Отличное видео! Спасибо!
thank you so much 😊
Martin, you are catching all kinds of flack for restoring this to original condition. I have to say you did the right thing. There is no person associated with this flask. No history. No story. You restored it to original condition for all of us to see. Thank you. You always put your heart and soul into your work and I can’t give you enough accolades.❤️
No history? It's a 100 year old Flask assigned to a specific unknown RAF solder near a famous battlefield in France. I am sure it just caught a couple stray bullets as it fell from the sky on an uneventful sunny day...
It takes a sorry lack of humanity to say no person is associated with this bullet ridden flask. “No person. No history. No story.”
That's like saying the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier has no history or story.
@@klintharder2155yeah. Ok.
@@tiffanycoleman1855those soldiers were pulled from a battlefield with facts they passed in battle, unlike a flask with ZERO history and a few target holes in it. PROVE it was in battle, and I’ll change my mind.
It was a great restoration 😊 I wish there was a way to have kept the bullet holes that would have been a really great history piece 😊
thank you so much. For me it made sense to fix the holes but I respect that you think otherwise :)
@@AwesomeRestorationsI think you did a good job filling in the holes, it’s restoration for a reason lol. Not half job oration😂. If you read this I love your work!❤
I too was a bit mixed on the fixing of the bullet holes as a few have mentioned but that wouldn’t make this an awesome restorations! Plus id much rather know this flask was restored and made awesome once again rather than still being buried and forgotten somewhere in France
thanks for your comment 😊👍
While I would have preferred to keep the bullet holes it's not mine to ask. Truly an amazing job.
В процессе реставрации была утеряна цепь и некоторое количество виски... Но в дальнейшей эксплуатации фляга была наполнена не раз и ответственно давала своему владельцу 🥃 в нужный момент. Спасибо Мартин! U R ze best!!!
thank you so much I really appreciate it 😊❤
I always admire your works. Is it only me who think that those bullet holes should be kept? You could just clean the flask but keep the holes as the indication of how fierce is the war.
I respect your opinion. But how on earth should I pour whiskey in it with these holes? 😊 just kidding, I get what you mean
@@AwesomeRestorations Thank you very much for your understanding respond. 🙂👍
The crickets in the background at 2am does it for me.
Impressive that you created a tool to help fixing some dents from the inside of the flask. My goodness, is there anything that you can't do? Much respect for your talent and knowledge
thank you so much for your kind word 😊
A lovely restoration, Martin 👍 I think you were right to fill in holes - a flask full of whiskey is better than a flask full of air 😂
Thanks 😉👍i thought so too 🍻
Nice job as usual! When the pewter got too hot, it was fortunate that it didn't collapse in on itself. But you had the ability to fill in the hloe. It wasn't a complete failure, it was a challenge that you accepted and conquered!😊
thanks - glad you liked it. Yes could have gone much worse - glad I was able to repair it 😊👍
For anyone wondering, "per ardua surgo" is latin and means: "trough difficult/unpleasant situations I rise"
👍👍 thanks
LOVE THIS ONE! While we didn't get any sand blasting, we get a nice not to the favorite libation of Captain Lewis Nixon (Vat 69). Thank you for always keeping us entertained with your incredible talent.
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching. Also glad that you caught the Nixon reference 😊👍
Only the finest for Mrs. Nixon's baby boy
Good job , you found it , bought it acquired it somehow. Its yours so do with it as you please. I love seeing old things restored and watching the craft performed is always entertaining. No need to randomly speculate what the value or the story behind the bullet holes was. Not every piece needs to be in a museum. This way everyone can enjoy the flask as it was and now is.
I think the bullet holes meant a lot, however; I love the restoration!!
Про вас можно сказать, что вы не только мастер своего дела, но и волонтёр истории.
thank you very much :)
Всегда приятно смотреть на работу настоящего мастера. Мартин, вы супер❤
Thanks for your kind words I really appreciate it 👍🙂 cheers buddy ❤
Man you are simply the best restoration people
thanks so much I really appreciate it 😊
I really like your of use of your unique tool and the zip tie. Those pliers was genius. Not sure why I've never thought of using the zip tie. Brilliant.
Personally though I think it would have been better with the bullet holes left in and used as a show piece rather than repairing it
thanks for your comment, I also respect your opinion about the bullet holes 😊
Steve Lehto found a Confederate belt buckle many years ago.
He did the research on it.
Quite a few experts said it was a re-pop.
He finally got hold of one expert that heard where he found it, and when, and made an offer that Steve couldn’t refuse.
Lehto’s Law Archive, right here on YT
Great job, the idea of using the balls to clean the inside was…awesome!
Dear Martin,
This restoration was very tough but this time you proved yourself again.
Precision work.
Loved watching.
many thanks Rohit. Wishing you a lovely day 😊❤
Another great work!👏couldn't you put the chain back in place?
Thank you so much for your kind support. I really appreciate it :) 💖💖👍👍 About the chain. Thanks for noticing this!
The chain was so fragile that it crumbled apart. So I could not use it and I did not think that a new chain would fit the old flask very well. So that why I "forgot" the chain Cheers :)
Amazing work on this video, as always so enjoyable to watch!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it 😉 cheers 👍
В какой-то момент испугался что фляга сломалась именно на месте с надписью "Per ardua surgo". Подумал что очень обидно, но в конце выдохнул😂
Очень нравятся твои ролики и твоя работа, друг, выпускай ролики чаще, по возможности😊
thank you so much I will try to publish more often 😊
Thank you , Martin .
The Winged Camel symbolises the fact that the Squadron flew Camel Aircraft during World War I. It also symbolise the long period the Squadron was stationed in the Middle East.
The Motto translates as "Through difficulties I arise". The badge was granted in October 1936.
🐺 Loupis Canis .
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and always leave nice comments. I really appreciate it 😉 👍have a great day, cheers
@@AwesomeRestorations My Pleasure , Martin .
I feel like whomever this flask belonged to would have loved the repair and appreciated the time you took to fix it
thanks, I am glad you think so 😊
This is a war artifact. It was worth more money and had more historical value with the bullet holes left in it.
My initial thoughts, too. After thinking about it, though, what are the odds 2 bullets that close in battle? My guess is it was used for target practice by someone.
@@tonyk438i think it's a rose of pellets
If it was known who it belonged to (name, serial number, initials) your statement would stand true. However, none of that is known. There is no story that came with this item. It’s a flask with holes in it.
Thats 2 different calibers... not likely target practice either... unless it was just 1 shot with 2 different guns.
Those are most likely real shots.
This never should have been restored. It was an artifact deserving a museum
Without some kind of connection to a name from ww2, it's just a flask with holes in it from that era.
I couldn't really make out what the third letter on the crest/logo is, so it is now another "R". Let the crest stand for "REALLY" AWESOME RESTORATIONS. It was sent from up above for you my friend. Now you have an alternate channel name and a badass looking crest/logo. Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!! 👍
😊😊❤ thank you so much for your kind words, so nice of you
@@AwesomeRestorations
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I rather liked the bullet holes but all the same this was another awesome restoration. You’ve done the boys of the RAF proud I have no doubt. 👍👍
thank you so much glad you liked it 😊
Я вижу как ты к реликвиям второй мировой войны в 2 раза бережней относишься, эта фляга мечта любого человека. Надеюсь и у меня когда ни будь в жизни появиться, реликвия второй мировой войны. У меня дедушка прошел 2 войны Русско-Финскую и великую отечественную.
thanks a lot for your comment 😊
Это мой самый любимый канал,всегда что то новое и интересное,браво мастеру золотые руки👏👏👏👍👍👍
thank you so much 😊
Sir, my complements. You have restored WITHOUT losing the 'patina'! Thank you for sharing.
My pleasure ;-) yes I felt it important too keep some old patina on this old relic :) cheers
I absolutely love this channel 👍
thank you so much 😊❤
Awesome job giving this piece a new life so that it may get used again and be a part of living history instead of staying buried and forgotten
Yes I think so to. Thanks for watching I really appreciate it 👍❤
I myself enjoy all of the service related things you restore. I love that you love it too. Please keep all your content coming. :)
thanks a lot. I also have a thing for these things so you can be sure that there will be more of this in the future 😊
I can’t believe you fixed the bullet holes. Dang. You took away so much significance that can never be replaced.
sorry you feel that
Ficou simplesmente magnífico. Parabéns!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
muito obrigado 😊
Just coming from traveling, and I got your video 😁, that is so nice for me ❤️
Wonderful! Thanks :)
awesome job as always, i agree that you did the right thing with the restoration. you actually can still tell where the bullet holes are.
My brother, you've outdone yourself once again. I wonder what the history is on that flask. Such amazing work and craftsmanship as always.
thanks so much. Yes would be nice to know to whom it belonged :)
Congratulations Martin on another successful restoration job, the result was perfect and we have yet another piece of history recovered. Thank you.
thank you so much Manoel, glad you liked it 😊
45th Squadron Royal Air Force. Translation on back is Through difficulties I arise.
thanks for info 😊👍
it kinda looked like a RAR to me which I think would be rich and rare.
Where is the indication of 45 Sqn.? And your translation of the Inscription isn’t quite correct, Ad Astra would be the actual Latin that should have been written ie the inscription in Latin should read “ Per Ardua, Ad Astra” which is the motto of the Royal Air Force meaning “ through difficulties to the stars”.
The engraving at the top of the flask shows an eagle in flight and I suspect that the numerals beneath the makers name denote the date of production of the flask, so 0722 indicates that it was initially manufactured or sold to a retailer in July 1922. The engraving and the addition of the RAF cap badge would have taken place probably much later, more than likely during the Second World War, possibly as a gift from a loved one or special friend. In the video the badge appears to be chromed leading me to believe it might have been owned by an officer, as an ordinary rank and file airman or NCO would have been issued with a brass or bronze badge.
Turned out lovely, though I would have also reattached the chain, but it’s your restoration!
Awesome job!!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻❤️❤️❤️
Thank you! 😊 The chain was so fragile that it crumbles apart. So I could not use it and I did not think that a new chain would fit the old flask very well. Cheers :)
@@AwesomeRestorations Perfectly understandable! Thanks for replying!!!
This one actually made me a little emotional. I was transported back in time and formulating a scenario in my mind as to the battle which transpired to cause the bullet holes and the soldier who quite possibly lost his life. This was a beautiful piece. I believe it may have belonged to a high ranking officer. The monogram and the marking tell a story 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🥰
And the evidence of that aircrew member possibly losing their life was lost forever when the bullet holes were filled in - destroying the history
I won't stop saying this, you have golden hands, thanks for the video brother
Haha, thank you so much 😉👍
Ваш труд и видео не только эстетичные, удивительные, а ещё и просветительные, очень много интересной и полезной информации !!!
nada a ve parceiro
@@tok1214 É muito bom que, com habilidades e ferramentas apropriadas, uma pessoa dê uma segunda vida às coisas !!!
10:00 Скажу вам что мастер не тот кто не ошибается, а тот кто может исправить ошибку!
Вы исправили мастерски. 😉👍🏼
thank you so much for your comment 😊😊
good job! But The two gun holes should be kept and lined inside, so as to preserve the historical information of the item and restore its function.
Спасибо Вам за ваши видео и Ваш труд! Смотрю и радуюсь за те вещи, которые попали к Вам в руки! Вы для них Творец, Создатель и Спаситель! 😊 И как бы я хотел что бы Бог поработал со мной так же, как вы с этими вещами! 😁
Thank you so much for your kind words, i really appreciate it 😉👍
Спасибо большое за Ваши видео и труд, очень мощно !!! Продолжайте дальше реставрировать вещи, очень интересно смотреть как делаете казалось бы невозможное !!!
fala portugues irmao
@@tok1214 Eu escrevi em russo: "muito obrigado por seus vídeos e trabalho, muito poderoso !!! Continue restaurando as coisas, é muito interessante ver como você faz o que parece impossível !!!"
I don't care that in Mexico It's 3 in the morning, Martin's videos are worth it ♥️♥️
thank you so much ❤❤
What about the chain? it could have been cool looking to see the flask having its chain back but l can understand if the flask is very fragile so risk of adding it back might have break it even more like in 9:57-10:03 but still very amazing looking :)
the chain was beyond repari so I would have had to attach a new chain but I think that would not have been correct to do 😊
fair enough, l can respect that choice but still, it looks amazing, keep up the good work!
So glad to see this restored . We need to honor the woman and Men who faught for our freedom . True heros .
thank you so much. Yes you are right 😊
A wonderful restoration of the flask Martin. I'm not sure of the RAR medallion, but Per Ardua Surgo means "Through difficulties I arise." Question: although it could not be a flask again, but did give thought of keeping the bullet holes in the flask? I'm toasting your video with a Blackstone St. Charles Porter. I hope you and yours are healthy and in good spirits. Cheers from this old retired coot who just celebrated our 51st Wedding Anniversary, living the dream in Tennessee.
Well congratulations Robert, and thanks for watching, chers from sweden 🍻
Super work! I am impressed on how tight the two bullet holes were. The person who shot it was very handy with a gun!
Yes, probably 😉👍
Скорей всего эта фляга для коньяка 😃😃👍👍👍
maybe 😊
I feel so rewarded, after doing homework, watching your work. 😊
Enjoy!
Olá do Brasil 🇧🇷, impossível não deixar um like, seu trabalho tem história e o resultado sempre perfeito 👍👏👏👏😘
What I love about your channel, that other channels DO NOT do, is take the time to fix the dents in the metal in the projects. It really takes your stuff to the next level.
thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it ❤😊
I appreciate the restoration but personally I find that repairing the flask if the battle damage is very disrespectful to both the soldier and their memory however it was an amazing restoration just in bad taste I'm afraid
I respect you opinion even though I disagree 😊
You have no idea how those bullet holes got there. To me, this looks as if it could have been used for target practice. Since it was in such terrible condition, obviously no one cared for it in any way. It's now a show peice.
Новое видео от Мартина, воскресенье удалось. Спасибо за труд 😇
thank you so much - have a nice sunday 😊
Good job❤
Thank you so much 😀
Royal Air Force = RAF
Beautiful restoration by the way.
For me, repairing the bullet holes removed the history of the flask. Unforgivable that such an interesting item with so much history was reduced to a novelty.
sorry to hear that you feel that but I respect your opinion
I always watch awsome restoration videos while eating, all the processes in the video are very satisfying
thanks glad you liked it
This is wonderful! I recently dreamed that I was on a tour of your workshop)
glad you liked it. How funny 😊
Wao, wao, wao, excelente trabajo, quedó muy bonito, si no lo hubiera visto antes de arreglarlo, no hubiera creído el excelente trabajo que hiciste.
Gracias por el video.
Saludos desde Boston Massachusetts
Thank you 👍
@@AwesomeRestorations como siempre eres el mejor 🤙
Excellent repair and restoration. The badge is a
RAF (Royal Air Force) Cap Badge. Information on the flask is minimal. There was a Sheffield-based silversmith and plating company called William Hutton & Sons.
William Hutton & Sons acquired Creswick & Co in 1902 and began to use their crossed arrows marks.
William Hutton & Sons was absorbed by James Dixon & Sons in 1930. Awesome work on the repair of the bullet holes. Keep up the good work Martin
Yes, but from what I read, Dixon & Sons kept using the eight crossed arrows and the trademark „Hutton Sheffield“.
Thanks for watching and for sharing your knowledge I really appreciate it 👍 cheers 🙂
@@AwesomeRestorations You are very welcome.
Another beautiful piece of history brought back. Thank you young sir🏴
thank you so much
WOW! Very nicely done Martin!!
thank you so much 😊 have an awesome day
Amazing Restoration 👍🏻👍👍🏽
thank you so much 😊
A Royal Air Force hip flask. My uncle had one. He flew Lancaster bombers during WW2. Nice job on this flask.
thanks a lot for info - cool 👍
It is a thing of beauty. I’ve been watching your restorations for awhile now and I have to say that you never disappoint. Scroll on by the negative comments. You do you! Keep up the good work.
Wow, thank you! Cheers my friend 🙂
Well, it is a process called life, in which we all messed up, but the real flavor in life is when we know how to fix our own mistakes!!!
Another masterpiece from "el maestro".
thank you so much Luis 😊
Martin Is outstanding workmanship, Hip flask looks so Good, Royal Air Force, Amazing it found, So much is out there too , Once again Awesome video.
A lovely restoration @awesomerestorations of an item made in my home town of Sheffield, Yorkshire, England. Famous for its steel works in days gone by👌👍
thank you so much I am glad you liked it 😊
Eres lo ¡MAXIMO! ,en restauraciones, y en sorprender con tu tecnica de trabajo sino además en la calidad muy cuidada de tu video. Gracias por compartir tu pasión. Desde Salta Argentina cariños Mirta.❤
Can't believe you repaired the one , well two, things that gave this greater value, collect ability and character... The bullet holes.
sorry you are dissapointed
@@AwesomeRestorations just a note on collectability ... But seriously, it's an awesome restoration
Thank you for creating such a wonderful video
It's my pleasure
Because i am a collector of antique pieces I personally would never have closed the holes, I prefer it original but different strokes for different folks. Non the less, great job
Amazing transformation Martin thankyou for the episode 👏
No problem, thansk for watching 😉👍
Chillin off work on a Sunday gonna watch me the new Awesome Restoration.
enjoy 😊 have a great day
Лучший, спасибо за потраченное время!!!
thank you so much 😊
Man do you understand that any project you do is awesome/amazing 🙏 you make it look easy but some real craftsman stuff love it always
thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it 😊
Мартин, очень интересная работа. Когда смотришь на эту флягу, сразу задумываешься о судьбе ее хозяина. Куда попали те пули, которые оставил эти отверстия? Был ли этот момент последним в его жизни? Любая война - это страх и смерть. Пусть на земле никогда не будет войн! С наилучшими пожеланиями из России, Репа Горькая!
Thanks a lot for watching, yes it really does make you wonder what happened to the owner 🤔 cheers from sweden 😉👍
Very well made and went through some wars with battles and elements. Also well repaired to come out victorious. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Bro😉👍
I do so enjoy the care you put into war relics restorations. 👍
thanks, very happy to hear that 😊
I just knew you would "fix" the bullet holes. And you did. I wouldn't, but it's your restoration. Nice job as always. Regards.
i respect that, thanks again 👍
Seriously, your video is the best regarding restoration 😊
Thank you so much 😉👍
Обожаю этот канал ❤ обожаю этого мастера😊 получаю просто эстетическое удовольствие от его работы! Нравится уханье совы, животные с проволокой, и всякие баночки, бутылочки, инструменты) и нравится сам мастер👍 производит впечатление очень доброго человека, с отличным чувством юмора😉
Thank you so much for watching, and for your kind comment! i really try to make it as relaxing as possible, so seeing these comments make my day 😉👍 Cheers from sweden 🍻
Master job. It's a phoenix process, the bottle was heavily damaged. 👏👏👏
Ви повернули її до життя,дякую вам!❤
thank you so much for watching 😊
I wish you good luck always. Great channel
from Iraq 🇮🇶
Ahmed Al Aukily
اتمنى لك حظا سعيدا دائما من العراق احمد العگيلي
thank you so much
один из лучших каналов по реставрации) прям отдых после рабочего дня за просмотром подобного видео)
thank you so much 😊