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His non electrical or non digital tools, cup, burning candles, even his cap, shirt, waist coat are like a piece from a history book... this is so fascinating ❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate your appreciation for the historical elements in my non-electrical tools and personal items. It's always interesting to hear others find fascination in these details.
Today’s best 20 minutes. Boris thank you, you did an excellent job as usual. I enjoyed every minute. The form of the blade very beautiful ✌🏻 and that antique torch 😍 I like to see that interesting piece
Very nicely done. Enjoyed watching you work. My daddy passed this January 2024, will be 7 years and I miss watching him work so patience with Cooper, SS cuplets and outhers small pieces, and cattail file and sandpaper. Glad I found your channel. God bless you and look forward to watching more.
Thank you so much for your kind words and heartfelt message. I truly appreciate your support and am touched by your connection to the content. I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your daddy.. It sounds like he had a wonderful skill with crafting and left you with cherished memories. I'm honored to have you as part of our community and look forward to sharing more content with you. If there's anything specific you'd like to see or discuss in future videos, feel free to let me know.
Thank you so much for sharing your perspective on FFD Restorations! It's wonderful to hear that the commitment to the 'old school' approach is not just a phrase but a way of life 😀👍
Hey there! Thanks a bunch for noticing! I appreciate the charm of traditional methods too. 😊 Do you have any favorite traditional techniques, or perhaps some unique projects you've worked on recently?
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm delighted you appreciated the pine sap element. It's always wonderful to hear positive feedback. 😊 Out of curiosity, do you have any favorite traditional materials or techniques that resonate with you?
What a lovely relaxing video , well done and thank you. It makes a very refreshing change to see a real restoration on yt , most are hacked about clean ups . I love the victorian style setting.
Boris! Well done my friend! This is a true, and masterful, restoration. Nothing has been added or replaced and nothing has been taken away. You restored the components to their former glory (and perhaps better than honestly) and allowed the knife to show its original beauty without the influences of modernity. Another fantastic work. Im so pleased with the outcome and so in awe with what you are able to do! A true inspiration indeed. I hope you keep it up as i find endless enjoyment in your pursuits. Cheers! Skal!
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! I'm genuinely touched by your appreciation for the restoration work. It's always a pleasure to bring out the original beauty of these pieces. Your support means a lot! Cheers! Skål!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the revival. 🌟 What specifically stood out to you the most, or was there a particular moment that left a lasting impression?
I've watched some other knife restoration videos on here using chemicals, power sand blasting and all the modern conveniences. This popped up in my feed and I am really impressed. The ingenuity of doing everything by hand and the old time look of the shop is really entertaining. I'm off to watch more!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you appreciate the hands-on approach and the traditional atmosphere of the shop. It's truly a labor of love. If you have any specific questions or if there's anything you'd like to see more of in future videos, feel free to let me know. I always enjoy engaging with viewers who share a passion for craftsmanship. Happy watching!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful observation! I appreciate your keen eye for the details of the knife. Indeed, its design lends itself well to various carving and scraping tasks. I'm curious to know if you have any specific carving or crafting projects you enjoy, and if so, do you have a favorite tool or technique you find particularly useful?
Thank you so much for your thoughtful observation! I appreciate your keen eye for the details of the knife. Indeed, its design lends itself well to various carving and scraping tasks. I'm curious to know if you have any specific carving or crafting projects you enjoy, and if so, do you have a favorite tool or technique you find particularly useful?
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you appreciate the restoration process and enjoy the traditional approach. It's always rewarding to connect with others who share a passion for craftsmanship. Is there a particular aspect of the restoration that stood out to you, or do you have any favorite techniques from the old ways that you find especially fascinating?
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate the recognition. Skiving tough leather does come with its challenges, but it's a labor of love. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! 😊 Is there a particular aspect of leatherworking that you find fascinating, or perhaps something you'd like to learn more about in the craft?
@@FFD_Restorations Thank you for asking that question. There are a couple of elements of leatherwork in the process of bookbinding which have always eluded me: hand tooling the lettering on the spine. How do they ever get those letters straight & even? And the corners. My corners have never been very neat. I know that starts with accurate skiving, which is where I fall. Are they skills you could demonstrate? That would be great.
Of course! Thank you again for your thoughtful comment! I completely understand the challenges you're facing with hand tooling the lettering on the spine and achieving neat corners in bookbinding. It's a common struggle, and precision is indeed key. For hand tooling the lettering, a good starting point is ensuring a steady hand and consistent pressure on the tools like demonstrated in this video th-cam.com/video/yHJDey1Kfwg/w-d-xo.html. Creating a guide or template for the letters can help maintain even spacing. Additionally, practice on scrap pieces of leather can enhance your technique before working on the actual project. Here is a short video that can explain steps for tooling th-cam.com/video/v4_OydUZ7zc/w-d-xo.html and leather tooling As for achieving neat corners, you're right-accurate skiving is crucial. Take your time with this step, ensuring uniform thickness for a clean and professional finish (th-cam.com/video/hF5tqcED9RM/w-d-xo.html). Using corner cutting jigs (th-cam.com/video/B0qDvON31OY/w-d-xo.html) or templates can also assist in achieving precise corners. Here is a short video where is showed how to fold the leather th-cam.com/video/EAFRbpnM5cw/w-d-xo.html, I hope these videos were helpful, and they are certainly better experts than me in bookbinding. Happy bookbinding @@nigelwylie01
What a full reply. Thank you so much. How were you able to find such niche and superbly to the point videos? It is as if you had friends who were experts in exactly the fields I need help. I appreciate the reply very much. You are indeed a TH-cam gentleman of the highest order. I salute you sir.
I'm delighted to hear that you found the videos helpful. I spend a good amount of time researching and curating content to provide valuable information. While I don't have friends in every field, I'm always eager to explore new topics and share insights. Of course, like to help as much as I can. Take care@@nigelwylie01
I stumbled on your channel through a YT Short video and I love everything about it. I love watching someone take something old and bring it back to life. I’m a knife nerd and it’s fitting your first video I watch is of course a knife you’re restoring. Total AMSR watching your that video I like to mod my pocket knife’s. I do all my work with a dremal tool as I don’t have a shop with big tools. Awesome video. 😊
Thank you so much for your kind words Anthony! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the knife restoration video and share the passion for bringing old things back to life. It's awesome to connect with fellow knife enthusiasts. Modifying pocket knives with a Dremel tool sounds like a fascinating and hands-on approach. Do you have any favorite projects or specific techniques you enjoy using with your Dremel? I'm always curious to learn more from fellow enthusiasts! 😊
I Learned something today! I found one of these at a flea market and picked it up. It has an ace of spades emplem on the handle. I thought it was an old painters tool but I was wrong. Great video!
Hi Robert! Thank you so much for sharing your discovery and for the kind words about the video. It's always fascinating to learn something new, especially about unique finds like the one you stumbled upon. I appreciate your engagement! 😊 Out of curiosity, do you often explore flea markets, or was this a spontaneous find?
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I appreciate your interest in old tools. It's always fascinating to witness the craftsmanship of the past. Do you have a favorite type of tool or a specific era of craftsmanship that you find most intriguing?
another great video and rescue of an old tool, great to see it back to working condition rather than being over restored and changed as so many do as I have said before, it will be a very useful addition to your growing tool collection, seems every video now you have some new things to use, love seeing what I can see that is new or not seen before, incidentally the old way to polish and smooth brass/copper is to use a water of Ayr stone, not that there is anything wrong with what you do now which works really well anyway, the results speak for themselves, great work again and now we wait to see what you are up to next
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful insights! I really appreciate your support and enthusiasm for the restoration process. It's fantastic to connect with fellow enthusiasts who appreciate the value of preserving the character of these old tools. I'll definitely look into the water of Ayr stone method for polishing brass and copper - always eager to explore new techniques. By the way, I'm curious, do you have any favorite restoration methods or unique tools you enjoy working with? I'm always on the lookout for interesting ideas and tips from the community. Looking forward to hearing more from you!
Thank you so much for your kind words and warm greetings from Germany! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the content on our channel. It's always wonderful to connect with new viewers. 😊 Is there a specific aspect of the workshops that you find particularly interesting, or is there anything specific you're looking forward to seeing more of in the future?
Interesante restauración de una "Cuchilla de Chiflar" Mi familia se dedicó a la marroquinería y esa era una herramienta habitual. Buen trabajo y bonito taller. Saludos desde España.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and appreciate your support. It's always great to receive positive feedback. Out of curiosity, is there a specific product or aspect of our shop that caught your attention? We'd love to know more about what resonated with you.
I love your tools and the whole set up!!! I will do my best to have similar workshop like yours one day! You are an inspiration! Great job on the restoration!
Oh my! I am so glad this showed up in my recommended list! I decided to watch because I was suspicious that the knife was a leather ‘skiving’ tool like my saddle making friend from the late ‘60s early ‘70s used! Love your shop! New subscriber!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for subscribing! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and that it brought back memories of your saddle-making friend. It's always wonderful to connect with people who share similar interests. Is there a specific project or type of content you'd like to see more of in the future? I appreciate your support and welcome aboard 😃👍
I'd say it's not a paring or edge skiving knife, it's more of a design for cutting straight lengths out of a hide,..such as belts or straps...hence the undercut section at the rear of the knife and the long almost straight cutting edge. Makes it easier to follow the marked out cutting line on the hide. Paring knives have a much narrower working edge, and skivers tend to be very round edged, either a semi circle or quarter circle in appearance. I'd be tempted to use a long flat stick when polishing 5he brass ferrule, keeps the fingers out of the way. Like the hammer rack idea and some of the other tool storage methods. Great video, as always!!
Большое спасибо за ваши добрые слова! Я искренне ценю вашу поддержку и рад слышать, что вы находите канал душевным. Субтитры - это небольшая попытка сделать контент более доступным, и я рад, что вы их цените. Есть ли какое-то конкретное видео или тема, которая вам недавно понравилась, или что-то, что вы хотели бы увидеть больше в будущем?
@@FFD_Restorations С Новым Годом Борис !!! Мне нравится рестоврация старинных ножей Борис у вас много старинных станков , показали бы как они устроенны как ремонтируети их А можно про мастерскую вашу обзор снять у вас там много чего интересного и необычного есть
@user-vc6rd6li4i Огромное спасибо за добрые новогодние пожелания Андрей! Я ценю ваш интерес к старинным ножам и станкам. Я рад, что они кажутся вам интригующими. Я обязательно рассмотрю возможность рассказать подробнее о процессе реставрации и совершить экскурсию по мастерской. Кстати, есть ли какой-то конкретный аспект ножей или машин, который вас больше всего интересует? Я хотел бы адаптировать контент к тому, что вас больше всего интересует. Желаю вам чудесного будущего года! С наилучшими пожеланиями, Борис
Another awesome restoration, if it is half as satisfying to work the project as it was watching the project being worked I would say you are one very content and happy person with its outcome. Thank you for the video young man.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate your appreciation of the restoration process. It brings me immense joy to work on these projects, and I'm delighted that you enjoyed watching the journey. Your support means a lot. Is there a particular aspect of the restoration that you found most interesting or surprising? I'm always curious to hear viewers' perspectives.
One aspect I do like about reassembling the items is the use of natural materials, such as pine sap for glue when bonding wood handles to metal tangs back on. Also like the use of all the different types of woods you have cut into small billets. Best thing overall is you try to honor the original design and material used in an item. Thank you for your response sir.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and encouraging words! I truly appreciate your attention to the details, especially the use of natural materials like pine sap for glue. It's essential to me to pay homage to the original design and materials, and I'm glad you noticed that. Working with a variety of woods and carefully reassembling items is a labor of love, and your positive feedback means a lot. If you have any specific suggestions or requests, feel free to let me know. Thanks again for your support!@@terryrogers1025
Thank you so much for your kind words! That's a heartwarming thought, and I appreciate the sentiment. It's always nice to think about the people who have influenced us. 😊 By the way, did your grandpa share any interesting stories or advice with you that has stuck with you over the years?
Thank you so much for your kind words Larry! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the restoration. It's always a pleasure to bring something back to life. Is there a specific aspect of the restoration that caught your eye?
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the content and traditions. 😊 Is there a specific aspect that stood out to you, or any particular moment you find intriguing? I'd love to hear more about your thoughts!
@n8thesnake630 I'm really glad to hear that you enjoy the process, especially the use of older tools. It's always fascinating to explore and share these techniques.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate your compliment. I'm always striving to improve and create meaningful work. Out of curiosity, what specifically caught your eye in my work? I'm eager to hear your thoughts
@@FFD_Restorations the care you took to dismantle the tool, the hand polishing, just the idea of reviving an item so far rusted. you invested your time. it was interesting how you went about accomplishing this act. there's beauty in caring.
Wow, thanks a bunch for your awesome comment! 😊 I'm super happy you liked the video and the cool end result! Giving tools a new chance is so much fun, right? Thanks again! By the way, do you have a favorite tool or thing you'd love to see get a makeover? 🛠️🌟
@@FFD_Restorations I've made a few knives and leather items so when you repair knives or leather tools it is of interest to me but to be honest I generally just enjoy your videos no matter what you are doing. I recently picked up a couple of old wooden handled screwdrivers from work that I found left out in the elements - they're in a bad way but I'm looking forward to seeing what I can do with them. Your videos will help. Thank you.
I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoy my videos, and it's fantastic to know that they've inspired you to explore your own projects, like repairing knives and leather tools. Best of luck with restoring those old wooden handled screwdrivers-I'm sure you'll do an amazing job! If you ever want to share your progress or have any questions, feel free to reach out. I'd love to hear more about your crafting endeavors.
I love everything about this. The use of all hand tools, the shop, the wash basin, the use of tree sap instead of epoxy, the outfit, the mug and the lack of obnoxious music and editing are amazing. How did you keep the heating of the blade from ruining the heat treat of the steel? Also, where in the world did you get that anvil and mini torch?
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the details of the video. Regarding the heating process, I take extra care to control the temperature and avoid affecting the steel's heat treat. It's a delicate balance, but precision is key. As for the anvil and mini torch, I sourced them locally here in Norway-always on the lookout for quality tools. Do you have any particular projects or techniques you're interested in exploring? I'd love to hear more about your own interests in this craft!
I looked up those names of that drink. It seems to be either a woman's bra, or a woman's bicycle. I like both of those ingredients, sounds delicious 😋. That tube of polish looked like Semi-Chrome. Oh yeah, neat knife too.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the restoration. It was a labor of love. 😊 Is there a particular aspect of the project that caught your eye, or do you have a favorite detail? I'd love to hear more about what you appreciated!
Great stuff. Loved some of the walkthrough explanations of equipment and processes. Your work shop is really fantastic, thought out and a great relaxation space. Great parts of history.
That knife originally had a hook on top, and was sharpened on the top edge as well. I believe those knives were designed for "cutting out." The hook point for plunging into a side of leather, for freehand cutting, and the relatively straight bottom edge for tracking along a scribed line when "straightening a side" so that the plough gauge can come into use. Most Saddlers use a round knife to straighten a side, but the straightish lower edge such as on your knife is the best one to follow a straight line. The English have their "Bridle Cutter's Knife", for the same purpose, ie straightening sides, but on a much larger scale than your knife.
I'm glad you find the baby anvil cute. 😊 By the way, have you come across any other unique or adorable items lately that caught your attention? I'm always interested in discovering new things!
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! I appreciate the comparison to Roy Underhill and "The Woodwright’s Shop" from PBS. It's an honor to be associated with such a skilled craftsman. I'm curious to know if there's a particular project or episode of "The Woodwright’s Shop" that stands out to you, or if you have any favorite woodworking techniques you've learned from watching the show?
Boy, do i ever have some crank grinders you'd love! And the best part... they need restored! 3 big cog driven and an internal gear. I got em all for 100 bucks!
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How do you find all these cool things to restore?
His non electrical or non digital tools, cup, burning candles, even his cap, shirt, waist coat are like a piece from a history book... this is so fascinating ❤
Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate your appreciation for the historical elements in my non-electrical tools and personal items. It's always interesting to hear others find fascination in these details.
Speaking of the waist coat. Could you tell us where you found it please?@@FFD_Restorations
@loynis I actually found it accidentally at a local website for ads here in Norway
Only thing missing is this being filmed with a chronophotographic gun, that would make people's jaws drop.😁
Today’s best 20 minutes. Boris thank you, you did an excellent job as usual. I enjoyed every minute. The form of the blade very beautiful ✌🏻 and that antique torch 😍 I like to see that interesting piece
Awesome, thank you so much my friend 🤝. I appreciate that you are taking time to watch my videos.
Stay safe and see you soon 🥃
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Very nicely done. Enjoyed watching you work. My daddy passed this January 2024, will be 7 years and I miss watching him work so patience with Cooper, SS cuplets and outhers small pieces, and cattail file and sandpaper.
Glad I found your channel. God bless you and look forward to watching more.
Thank you so much for your kind words and heartfelt message. I truly appreciate your support and am touched by your connection to the content. I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your daddy.. It sounds like he had a wonderful skill with crafting and left you with cherished memories. I'm honored to have you as part of our community and look forward to sharing more content with you. If there's anything specific you'd like to see or discuss in future videos, feel free to let me know.
With FFD Restorations, 'old school' is not a mere phrase, it's a way of life!
Thank you so much for sharing your perspective on FFD Restorations! It's wonderful to hear that the commitment to the 'old school' approach is not just a phrase but a way of life 😀👍
Excellent philosophical approach. You're living in my workshop...!
Great to hear!
Très beau travail, magnifique. C'est agréable de voir quelqu'un utiliser des méthodes traditionnelles. Votre atelier et un vrais musée j'adore.
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Невероятно атмосферно❤
Great to see someone can still do work like this without any electric tools.
Nice to see someone using traditional methods rather than electric and sand blasting
Hey there! Thanks a bunch for noticing! I appreciate the charm of traditional methods too. 😊 Do you have any favorite traditional techniques, or perhaps some unique projects you've worked on recently?
Amigo...siempre me sorprende usted un poquito más....
Buen trabajo...le felicito...un saludo desde Sevilla,España👍
Gracias amigo 🙏
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The pine sap was a fantastic touch of traditional materials. 💕❤️💕
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm delighted you appreciated the pine sap element. It's always wonderful to hear positive feedback. 😊 Out of curiosity, do you have any favorite traditional materials or techniques that resonate with you?
What a lovely relaxing video , well done and thank you. It makes a very refreshing change to see a real restoration on yt , most are hacked about clean ups . I love the victorian style setting.
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you kindly Kelvin!
Every video I watch of your I see something new and interesting. The little "automatic" blown torch was something I've never seen before.
Cool, glad you say that 👍
Thank you kindly 😄
I really liked to see you working with hand tools
Thank you 🙏
Boris! Well done my friend! This is a true, and masterful, restoration. Nothing has been added or replaced and nothing has been taken away. You restored the components to their former glory (and perhaps better than honestly) and allowed the knife to show its original beauty without the influences of modernity. Another fantastic work. Im so pleased with the outcome and so in awe with what you are able to do! A true inspiration indeed. I hope you keep it up as i find endless enjoyment in your pursuits. Cheers! Skal!
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! I'm genuinely touched by your appreciation for the restoration work. It's always a pleasure to bring out the original beauty of these pieces. Your support means a lot! Cheers! Skål!
Nice work!
Thank you! Cheers!
It's a very neat and beautiful job.
Your workplace is also tidy and clean.
I think these old tools are happy to have met you.
好棒的手工作坊
It was time well spent watching this revival.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the revival. 🌟 What specifically stood out to you the most, or was there a particular moment that left a lasting impression?
Сдается мне, что под крышкой вашей чудесной кружки, замечательный хмельной пенный напиток.😂👍
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You have a beautiful nostalgic interior in your workshop
I've watched some other knife restoration videos on here using chemicals, power sand blasting and all the modern conveniences. This popped up in my feed and I am really impressed. The ingenuity of doing everything by hand and the old time look of the shop is really entertaining. I'm off to watch more!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you appreciate the hands-on approach and the traditional atmosphere of the shop. It's truly a labor of love. If you have any specific questions or if there's anything you'd like to see more of in future videos, feel free to let me know. I always enjoy engaging with viewers who share a passion for craftsmanship. Happy watching!
me encanta tus trabajos de restauracion con herramientas manuales
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That size and shape knife looks like it could be very handy in lots of carving or scraping
Thank you so much for your thoughtful observation! I appreciate your keen eye for the details of the knife. Indeed, its design lends itself well to various carving and scraping tasks. I'm curious to know if you have any specific carving or crafting projects you enjoy, and if so, do you have a favorite tool or technique you find particularly useful?
Thank you so much for your thoughtful observation! I appreciate your keen eye for the details of the knife. Indeed, its design lends itself well to various carving and scraping tasks. I'm curious to know if you have any specific carving or crafting projects you enjoy, and if so, do you have a favorite tool or technique you find particularly useful?
your videos are so aesthetic, atmospheric and enjoyable. thank you very much. I spotted some useful things for myself.
Happy to hear that! Thank you kindly 😄👍
Very nice restoration, I really enjoy watching you use the old way of doing things, it is very refreshing
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you appreciate the restoration process and enjoy the traditional approach. It's always rewarding to connect with others who share a passion for craftsmanship. Is there a particular aspect of the restoration that stood out to you, or do you have any favorite techniques from the old ways that you find especially fascinating?
I just knew this was a leather working knife, I'd be interested in having one for my leather work.
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Jak zwykle dobra robota w najpiękniejszym warsztacie 👍🙋♂️
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You sure have worked her up into a sharp edge. Skiving tough leather like that is no easy task. I salute you sir! Lovely video too.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate the recognition. Skiving tough leather does come with its challenges, but it's a labor of love. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! 😊 Is there a particular aspect of leatherworking that you find fascinating, or perhaps something you'd like to learn more about in the craft?
@@FFD_Restorations Thank you for asking that question. There are a couple of elements of leatherwork in the process of bookbinding which have always eluded me: hand tooling the lettering on the spine. How do they ever get those letters straight & even?
And the corners. My corners have never been very neat. I know that starts with accurate skiving, which is where I fall.
Are they skills you could demonstrate? That would be great.
Of course! Thank you again for your thoughtful comment! I completely understand the challenges you're facing with hand tooling the lettering on the spine and achieving neat corners in bookbinding. It's a common struggle, and precision is indeed key.
For hand tooling the lettering, a good starting point is ensuring a steady hand and consistent pressure on the tools like demonstrated in this video th-cam.com/video/yHJDey1Kfwg/w-d-xo.html. Creating a guide or template for the letters can help maintain even spacing. Additionally, practice on scrap pieces of leather can enhance your technique before working on the actual project. Here is a short video that can explain steps for tooling th-cam.com/video/v4_OydUZ7zc/w-d-xo.html and leather tooling
As for achieving neat corners, you're right-accurate skiving is crucial. Take your time with this step, ensuring uniform thickness for a clean and professional finish (th-cam.com/video/hF5tqcED9RM/w-d-xo.html). Using corner cutting jigs (th-cam.com/video/B0qDvON31OY/w-d-xo.html) or templates can also assist in achieving precise corners. Here is a short video where is showed how to fold the leather th-cam.com/video/EAFRbpnM5cw/w-d-xo.html,
I hope these videos were helpful, and they are certainly better experts than me in bookbinding. Happy bookbinding @@nigelwylie01
What a full reply. Thank you so much. How were you able to find such niche and superbly to the point videos? It is as if you had friends who were experts in exactly the fields I need help.
I appreciate the reply very much. You are indeed a TH-cam gentleman of the highest order. I salute you sir.
I'm delighted to hear that you found the videos helpful. I spend a good amount of time researching and curating content to provide valuable information. While I don't have friends in every field, I'm always eager to explore new topics and share insights.
Of course, like to help as much as I can. Take care@@nigelwylie01
I stumbled on your channel through a YT Short video and I love everything about it. I love watching someone take something old and bring it back to life. I’m a knife nerd and it’s fitting your first video I watch is of course a knife you’re restoring. Total AMSR watching your that video I like to mod my pocket knife’s. I do all my work with a dremal tool as I don’t have a shop with big tools. Awesome video. 😊
Thank you so much for your kind words Anthony! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the knife restoration video and share the passion for bringing old things back to life. It's awesome to connect with fellow knife enthusiasts. Modifying pocket knives with a Dremel tool sounds like a fascinating and hands-on approach. Do you have any favorite projects or specific techniques you enjoy using with your Dremel? I'm always curious to learn more from fellow enthusiasts! 😊
Been watching your Channel for years and to see how you have evolved is very impressive!!
I appreciate that very much 🙏
Thank you kindly Christopher ☺️
Parabéns meu amigo excelente trabalho de restauração é muito bom poder acompanhar os seus viideos um abraço.
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Great job thanks for this great entertainment and may god bless
Thanks for watching and kind words. I appreciate that very much ❤️
Unique restoration. I am also learning from you. Thanks ⚘️
So nice of you, thank you kindly
You just have to love the hand and foot-operated sanders and grinders.
Absolutely 😁
Very nice done 👌great job bring the old knife back to life ❤❤❤❤
Many thanks 🙏
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Learned something today! I found one of these at a flea market and picked it up. It has an ace of spades emplem on the handle. I thought it was an old painters tool but I was wrong. Great video!
Hi Robert! Thank you so much for sharing your discovery and for the kind words about the video. It's always fascinating to learn something new, especially about unique finds like the one you stumbled upon. I appreciate your engagement! 😊
Out of curiosity, do you often explore flea markets, or was this a spontaneous find?
Liking the vintage equipment in your shed, it sort of looks like it may have been your grandpa's shed
Thanks 👍
Love to see old tools on use
Thank you so much for your kind comment! I appreciate your interest in old tools. It's always fascinating to witness the craftsmanship of the past. Do you have a favorite type of tool or a specific era of craftsmanship that you find most intriguing?
The old tricks are still the best
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another great video and rescue of an old tool, great to see it back to working condition rather than being over restored and changed as so many do as I have said before, it will be a very useful addition to your growing tool collection, seems every video now you have some new things to use, love seeing what I can see that is new or not seen before, incidentally the old way to polish and smooth brass/copper is to use a water of Ayr stone, not that there is anything wrong with what you do now which works really well anyway, the results speak for themselves, great work again and now we wait to see what you are up to next
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful insights! I really appreciate your support and enthusiasm for the restoration process. It's fantastic to connect with fellow enthusiasts who appreciate the value of preserving the character of these old tools. I'll definitely look into the water of Ayr stone method for polishing brass and copper - always eager to explore new techniques.
By the way, I'm curious, do you have any favorite restoration methods or unique tools you enjoy working with? I'm always on the lookout for interesting ideas and tips from the community. Looking forward to hearing more from you!
i´m brand new here on this chanel and i love your work and workshop. Realy great. Greetings from Germany
Thank you so much for your kind words and warm greetings from Germany! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the content on our channel. It's always wonderful to connect with new viewers. 😊 Is there a specific aspect of the workshops that you find particularly interesting, or is there anything specific you're looking forward to seeing more of in the future?
@@FFD_Restorations i love the whole Workshop. No engin or thomthing like this. This is verry satisfing in a world full of mashines. .
@@draganmeister8770 awesome. It's great to hear that you appreciate the Workshop without any engines or similar elements. Much appreciated
Interesante restauración de una "Cuchilla de Chiflar" Mi familia se dedicó a la marroquinería y esa era una herramienta habitual. Buen trabajo y bonito taller. Saludos desde España.
¡Muchas gracias por tus amables palabras! Agradezco su reconocimiento a la restauración de la "Cuchilla de Chiflar" 👍
Nice restoration bud, great video too . Keep'em coming. Wishing you and yours the best for the holidays. Stay safe and be well brother. 👊😎🤙🔥🍻🇺🇸
Thanks bud, glad you think so.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks, you too 👊😀
thanks,a very special restoration specialy the work shop it was like watching an old movie
Many thanks!
Pause the master piece of restorations at 37 seconds only and writing the comments .. I know this Man won't disappoint us .. He is masterrr
Hey there! 🌟 Thanks a million for your enthusiastic comment! I'm thrilled you're enjoying the restoration 😀👍
Kudos to your production team. Cool video. I love your shop.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and appreciate your support. It's always great to receive positive feedback.
Out of curiosity, is there a specific product or aspect of our shop that caught your attention? We'd love to know more about what resonated with you.
Excellent restoration of that tool!
Also, I really like all the commentary and explanations you are putting on your videos now,
Thank you very much for the feedback. I'm glad that you say that 👍
Thanks
I love your tools and the whole set up!!! I will do my best to have similar workshop like yours one day! You are an inspiration!
Great job on the restoration!
Awesome! Thank you so much Vllad! I wish you best of luck 👍
Thank you!!!@@FFD_Restorations
Oh my! I am so glad this showed up in my recommended list! I decided to watch because I was suspicious that the knife was a leather ‘skiving’ tool like my saddle making friend from the late ‘60s early ‘70s used! Love your shop! New subscriber!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for subscribing! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the video and that it brought back memories of your saddle-making friend. It's always wonderful to connect with people who share similar interests. Is there a specific project or type of content you'd like to see more of in the future? I appreciate your support and welcome aboard 😃👍
I'd say it's not a paring or edge skiving knife, it's more of a design for cutting straight lengths out of a hide,..such as belts or straps...hence the undercut section at the rear of the knife and the long almost straight cutting edge. Makes it easier to follow the marked out cutting line on the hide.
Paring knives have a much narrower working edge, and skivers tend to be very round edged, either a semi circle or quarter circle in appearance.
I'd be tempted to use a long flat stick when polishing 5he brass ferrule, keeps the fingers out of the way.
Like the hammer rack idea and some of the other tool storage methods.
Great video, as always!!
Борис душевный у тебя канал!Огромное спасибо , за субтитры особо❤
Большое спасибо за ваши добрые слова! Я искренне ценю вашу поддержку и рад слышать, что вы находите канал душевным. Субтитры - это небольшая попытка сделать контент более доступным, и я рад, что вы их цените. Есть ли какое-то конкретное видео или тема, которая вам недавно понравилась, или что-то, что вы хотели бы увидеть больше в будущем?
@@FFD_Restorations С Новым Годом Борис !!! Мне нравится рестоврация старинных ножей Борис у вас много старинных станков , показали бы как они устроенны как ремонтируети их А можно про мастерскую вашу обзор снять у вас там много чего интересного и необычного есть
@user-vc6rd6li4i Огромное спасибо за добрые новогодние пожелания Андрей! Я ценю ваш интерес к старинным ножам и станкам. Я рад, что они кажутся вам интригующими. Я обязательно рассмотрю возможность рассказать подробнее о процессе реставрации и совершить экскурсию по мастерской.
Кстати, есть ли какой-то конкретный аспект ножей или машин, который вас больше всего интересует? Я хотел бы адаптировать контент к тому, что вас больше всего интересует. Желаю вам чудесного будущего года!
С наилучшими пожеланиями,
Борис
Здравствуйте мастер да это отличная работа 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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Really beautiful knife! I love the shape❤️🤗🐝
Thank you so much ma'am! I'm thrilled you like the knife, and I appreciate your kind words. The shape is indeed captivating 🤗
@@FFD_Restorations You’re most welcome❤️🤗🐝
Bravo j'adore. Avec du matériel d'époque. 👍👏✌🎉🎉🎉
Merci beaucoup 🤗
Why has it taken me so long to find your channel 😢
Another awesome restoration, if it is half as satisfying to work the project as it was watching the project being worked I would say you are one very content and happy person with its outcome. Thank you for the video young man.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate your appreciation of the restoration process. It brings me immense joy to work on these projects, and I'm delighted that you enjoyed watching the journey. Your support means a lot. Is there a particular aspect of the restoration that you found most interesting or surprising? I'm always curious to hear viewers' perspectives.
One aspect I do like about reassembling the items is the use of natural materials, such as pine sap for glue when bonding wood handles to metal tangs back on. Also like the use of all the different types of woods you have cut into small billets. Best thing overall is you try to honor the original design and material used in an item. Thank you for your response sir.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and encouraging words! I truly appreciate your attention to the details, especially the use of natural materials like pine sap for glue. It's essential to me to pay homage to the original design and materials, and I'm glad you noticed that. Working with a variety of woods and carefully reassembling items is a labor of love, and your positive feedback means a lot. If you have any specific suggestions or requests, feel free to let me know. Thanks again for your support!@@terryrogers1025
Your grandpa would be so proud of you. He's probably like, "He reminds me of well... me when I was young *insert hearty grandpa laugh*"
Thank you so much for your kind words! That's a heartwarming thought, and I appreciate the sentiment. It's always nice to think about the people who have influenced us. 😊 By the way, did your grandpa share any interesting stories or advice with you that has stuck with you over the years?
Your candles out off an amazing amount of light😂. Great video
Thank you!! 😁
5:06 That is one gorgeous hammer stand you have there. Have you done a video of that already? If not, I’d love to see one please.
Wow, thanks a lot! I will talk about it in a workshop tour video that is in the process of making.
Wonderful restoration
Thank you so much for your kind words Larry! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the restoration. It's always a pleasure to bring something back to life. Is there a specific aspect of the restoration that caught your eye?
Love the mug 😁
Much appreciated 👍
Knowing that that knfe is meant for a shoe-Maker I look at it and all I see is a fantastic Skinning knife!
I know ☺️👍
Love the content and traditions used
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the content and traditions. 😊 Is there a specific aspect that stood out to you, or any particular moment you find intriguing? I'd love to hear more about your thoughts!
I like the whole process lol in particular I like the use of the older tools.. and you explain what you're doing.
@n8thesnake630 I'm really glad to hear that you enjoy the process, especially the use of older tools. It's always fascinating to explore and share these techniques.
beautiful work!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I truly appreciate your compliment. I'm always striving to improve and create meaningful work.
Out of curiosity, what specifically caught your eye in my work? I'm eager to hear your thoughts
@@FFD_Restorations the care you took to dismantle the tool, the hand polishing, just the idea of reviving an item so far rusted. you invested your time. it was interesting how you went about accomplishing this act. there's beauty in caring.
Great video and a fantastic end result. Always nice to see a tool given a new lease of life. Thank you for the vieo.
Wow, thanks a bunch for your awesome comment! 😊 I'm super happy you liked the video and the cool end result! Giving tools a new chance is so much fun, right? Thanks again! By the way, do you have a favorite tool or thing you'd love to see get a makeover? 🛠️🌟
@@FFD_Restorations I've made a few knives and leather items so when you repair knives or leather tools it is of interest to me but to be honest I generally just enjoy your videos no matter what you are doing. I recently picked up a couple of old wooden handled screwdrivers from work that I found left out in the elements - they're in a bad way but I'm looking forward to seeing what I can do with them. Your videos will help. Thank you.
I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoy my videos, and it's fantastic to know that they've inspired you to explore your own projects, like repairing knives and leather tools. Best of luck with restoring those old wooden handled screwdrivers-I'm sure you'll do an amazing job! If you ever want to share your progress or have any questions, feel free to reach out. I'd love to hear more about your crafting endeavors.
Superb. Hugs from Brazil.
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Really great job it turned out super gorgeously. 👍
Thanks so much 😊👍
Nicely done
Thank you! Cheers!
I love everything about this. The use of all hand tools, the shop, the wash basin, the use of tree sap instead of epoxy, the outfit, the mug and the lack of obnoxious music and editing are amazing. How did you keep the heating of the blade from ruining the heat treat of the steel? Also, where in the world did you get that anvil and mini torch?
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the details of the video. Regarding the heating process, I take extra care to control the temperature and avoid affecting the steel's heat treat. It's a delicate balance, but precision is key. As for the anvil and mini torch, I sourced them locally here in Norway-always on the lookout for quality tools. Do you have any particular projects or techniques you're interested in exploring? I'd love to hear more about your own interests in this craft!
I looked up those names of that drink. It seems to be either a woman's bra, or a woman's bicycle. I like both of those ingredients, sounds delicious 😋. That tube of polish looked like Semi-Chrome. Oh yeah, neat knife too.
Thanks 😅👍
First time is seen a blade like this 👍
Nice 👍
Very nice restoration. Great job
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the restoration. It was a labor of love. 😊 Is there a particular aspect of the project that caught your eye, or do you have a favorite detail? I'd love to hear more about what you appreciated!
You are the best. By far
You are the best, thank you kindly sir
Great stuff. Loved some of the walkthrough explanations of equipment and processes. Your work shop is really fantastic, thought out and a great relaxation space. Great parts of history.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching 🙏
That knife originally had a hook on top, and was sharpened on the top edge as well. I believe those knives were designed for "cutting out." The hook point for plunging into a side of leather, for freehand cutting, and the relatively straight bottom edge for tracking along a scribed line when "straightening a side" so that the plough gauge can come into use. Most Saddlers use a round knife to straighten a side, but the straightish lower edge such as on your knife is the best one to follow a straight line. The English have their "Bridle Cutter's Knife", for the same purpose, ie straightening sides, but on a much larger scale than your knife.
Ah....y muy bonita taza...👍
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Well done, I appreciate explanation dialogues.
Glad you liked it! Thanks 👍
You have a great restore! Didn't catch what the wood was on the handle. Held up pretty good over the years.
Ebony or rosewood probably.
@@BlackRaven-w4e Thank you very much!
Many thanks Mike! I'm quite sure it is ebony wood 😀👍
Your first guess is correct. It is Ebony. Thanks fro answering 👍
Nice restoration 😄😄
Glad you like it, bog thanks 👍
good job
Awesome, I hope see you soon. Greetings from Venezuela 👋 🇻🇪
Hello Adrian 👋😀
Glad to have you here!
Thanks a lot!
Greetings from Norway 😉
@@FFD_Restorations merry Christmas my friend, I hope you are having an awesome time, and spending time with your family 👪
Thanks a lot, I wish you and your family merry Christmas 🎄🎁
Take care my friend!
4:59 omg the baby anvil is so cute
I'm glad you find the baby anvil cute. 😊 By the way, have you come across any other unique or adorable items lately that caught your attention? I'm always interested in discovering new things!
Very nice, and sharp👍
Thank you so much! I really appreciate your kind words. 😊
Beautiful ! from France ;)
Awesome! Thank you!
❤com todo respeito vc e lindo e muito talentoso
Superb!
Thanks a lot!
I like to see a craftsman who is willing to get his or her hands dirty while practicing their craft.
That is great to hear, thanks for the feedback ☺️
привет с Тюмени. как всегда супер👍👍👍
👋☺️👍
Restaurada faca 🔪😉
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This reminds me of something Roy Underhill of The Woodwright’s Shop from PBS would do
Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! I appreciate the comparison to Roy Underhill and "The Woodwright’s Shop" from PBS. It's an honor to be associated with such a skilled craftsman. I'm curious to know if there's a particular project or episode of "The Woodwright’s Shop" that stands out to you, or if you have any favorite woodworking techniques you've learned from watching the show?
BRAVO ❤
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Обидно, что сапожнику он скорее всего не нужен. Хотя у многих видел подобный нож для истончения краев кожного лоскута. Ну, как вы впрочем и показали.
Boy, do i ever have some crank grinders you'd love! And the best part... they need restored! 3 big cog driven and an internal gear. I got em all for 100 bucks!
Это было великолепно, мой друг 👍
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Nice 👍👍👍
Greetings from México !!
Hey, thanks 🙏
Perfecto 💯 X 💯
Класс 👍👍👍
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@@FFD_Restorations 🤍💙❤️
Було дуже цікаво спостерігати за роботою. Привіт з України! 👍
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