Restoration of a Rare UMT Screwdriver from ISRAEL
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 มิ.ย. 2018
- Funny Kenji story! While working for the MTA we routinely had to drive the busses thru the bus wash- Before the wash there was a huge pit that a mechanic could walk in and inspect the undercarriage of the bus. It was only used a few times a month... One day while driving over the 30 foot long pit I saw something dart across! I thought it was a Rat! However upon closer inspection I realized it was a small kitten! My friend Justin and I entered the pit from each end and caught the kitten! She was about the size of a soda can! Well, we looked all over for the mother to no avail- Afraid it would get hit by a bus I decided to take her home... The kitten was happy and healthy but needed a name- another friend at work said “How about Kenji!” I said “Kenji? I never heard of that!” He said Kenji was Japanese for “Lucky”. I thought “What a fitting name!” So I named her Kenji!!
Fast forward three years and I find out Kenji doesn’t mean Lucky- it means “Strong, second Son”. To this day I never told Kenji the truth! 😃 - บันเทิง
Here's some info on this screwdriver:
UMT is the name of "Urim Metal" - an old metal factory in Kibbutz Urim (western Negev area) in Isreal. It started as "Urim Metal" - a factory for knives and cutlery (I think), that later (circa 1977) moved to manufacturing screwdrivers. During this transformation they also changed the name to "UMT".
in a newspaper article from 1977 they claim to manufacture around 27 screwdriver models, which are assembled from 2 parts: an acetate handle made in germany by "Bayer", and the steel blade that is made locally in Israel.
I believe the factory no longer exists today.
I hope it helps, love your channel! :)
Hebrew speaking viewers can find the original article at www.jpress.nli.org.il/Olive/APA/NLI_heb/?action=search&text=%D7%90%D7%95%D7%9E%D7%AA%20%D7%90%D7%95%D7%A8%D7%99%D7%9D#panel=search&search=0
Mr. Green!!!! Thank you so very much for that wonderful background!!! I can't tell you how much my viewers and I appreciate the history and back story of these wonderful tools!!!! You really hit it out of the park on this one!!!! I am going to pin your comment so that everyone can see!!! Thanks again so much!!!!!
ScoutCrafter thank you! It's the least I can do. Israel is quite young and doesn't have much history in tool industry, I was lucky to find that information myself :)
You did a beautiful job on this one, just like on all the other tools. Thanks for taking care of these pieces of history!
@@ScoutCrafter I got inspired watching your wonderful restorations and decided to try on some of my old tools. I started on a screwdriver that is almost a mirror copy of the one you did but I always have trouble shaping flat screwdriver heads - so you have a video that shows how to do this?
Hi Ian! In the beginning the best way to shape a screwdriver blade is by hand using sandpaper wrapped around a small block of wood! You are so right as it is very easy to over-grind the profile of such a small area!!!
Bayer's history ties it to IG Farben. It's fascinating that an Israeli company would do business with them.
Today I was lucky enough to find a 1/4x4 UMT screwdriver at a thrift shop. I thought I was in the Twilight Zone when I saw that it was made in Israel and that the blade was stainless steel. It had a bit of paint splatter, but in a few minutes, it cleaned up and looks nearly as good as your finished restoration. Thanks for the tip on the clear coat!
Another example of your talent. Thanks for the tip!
There's something really satisfying about watching these restorations. Anyone would be lucky to have this guy as their neighbor.
The driver looks great. Thanks for sharing.
Hello Shawn!!!! I agree! There is something about seeing something old and beat up brought back to life!!!! Thanks very much!!!!!
You must be a fine human to rescue that cat. Thanks for sharing your skills.
Hello Birdie! They say that Cats find their owners! LOL I have three (former) stray cats, 9 rescue Pigeons and 2 awesome Mice that spend all day running on the wheel! LOL Thanks very much!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice job and thumbs up for rescuing the cat!
Hello Dosetti! Thanks so much! I think she rescued me!!! lol =)
Great job, shows what a little TLC can do !
That's a beautiful screwdriver! Wow! The red handle really pops with the clear coat! Very nice restoration John
Its nice to see old tools restored they are mostly built to last I have a load of my fathers old tools and was going to bin them but after I seen this I set them aside and will restore this winter as a wee project many thanks from me here in D&G in Scotland UK Keep up the good work
ScoutCrafter, I just laughed hard when I saw this project because it has everything you love: Exotic, Hefty, and not just Red... translucent Red just like the Klein Plier grips you love so much. If we could, we'd have your whole shop dipped in transluscent red plastic!!! Nice job, really, and adding the clear coats really did make up most of the finish gap to what you wanted.
Both Kenji and the screwdriver are so beautiful. Thanks for a great video. I sure love your channel.
I saw your videos a few years ago. Left many comments with positive feedback. I want to do these kind of projects but I've got enough projects. I still can't start but I'm trying! I'm vicariously through your videos!!!
Sweet! That handle looks like candy!!!
I knew there was a reason I liked you & your videos! You like CATS!! They are so much fun! Mine always try & help me !!
I cant stop watching your videos. Please keep posting new stuff!
Hello Simply Renovation! I'm so glad you are enjoying the content!!!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!
You're an artist man. Bravo
Beuatiful and the clear coat was genius.
Hello Rusty Gun! I am shocked at how well that worked too!!! Thanks so much!!! 😃👍
Well done Sir! Beautiful.
This is the first tool I have ever seen from Israel.
I have been watching all your videos on plastic handle restoration and, I must say you have inspired me to start cleaning up my old screwdrivers.
Great job on this and the other screwdrivers, thank you.
Another great job ScoutCrafter !!
That handle just shimmers......like it is made of ice. You never cease to amaze. Keep up the great content and your meteoric rise in subscribers. Cheers.
Hello Joe!!! How great did that clear coat work?!?! I was so happy it didn't melt the handle! lol That Rustoleum clear works great and looks wet when dry! Sweet!!!!! Thanks very much!!!!! Looking forward to your next video!!!!!
Oh my what a beautiful screwdriver! Great job!
WOW Scout, just WOW....absolutley beautiful, the clear coat absolutley made it that extra mile.. great job!
Hello Kevin! I was shocked!! That Rustoleum clear is really good! Thanks very much!!! 😃👍
Amazing job!
I guarantee that screwdriver never looked that good when it was new. Awesome job.
Hello Emerson! What I find amazing is that I couldn't find one piece of info on that brand or type on the internet! Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!!!!
Fantastic job. Watching this while restoring all my screwdrivers and smoking weed in the workshop. Peace bro 😎
Going back and watching some of the older videos and boy oh boy that handle is outrageous! It looks like a piece of candy! Love it.
I was shocked at how good it came out too! =D Thanks!
That looks incredible
Great job!
Gorgeous! Turned out way better than you’d think it would with how rough it was. Thank you for sharing!
Hello Timothy! I too was amazed after the clear coat! Thanks very much!!!! 😃👍
I always just assumed plastic handles were lesser handles. No idea where that came from, but this changed my outlook. It's beautiful.
Hello Brian! I'm a sucker for those vintage red acetate handles on anything! They do get beat up over time but it's good to know they can be restored! Thanks so much!!!!
I got my cats used too,...nearly dead! but with a lot of sanding and buffing I was able to restore them,....five so far,...
Hello 70carlton - lol. Mine are fixed yet they still multiply! How does that happen! Lol
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! Great job as usual.
Hello Bob!!!!! Thanks so much!!! I really appreciate that!!!!
That was a great transformation, it probably looks better now than it did when it was new !
Thankyou for the tip on using clear coat for the handles, that is so much easier than using a slow speed polishing buff & compound to get the same look yet without loosing any handle material or loss of moulding shape. Brilliant 👍
another just one word: WOW!
The handle came out really nice! My inner child loves it! It's shinny red and clear.
Hello Manolis!!!! I know! I love that color!!!! lol Thanks very much!!!!
Now that is a beautiful restoration. Great work as always!
Hello FatMC!!!! Thanks so much!!! That clear coat really made a difference!!!
Fantastic, the colour of cherryade back in the old days :)
More restorations please!
Hallo Jim!!!!! YES!!! What happened to that color? It was everywhere back in the 70's! LOL Thanks very much!!!!!!!
Looks fantastic. Amazing how you bring these tool back to life. Keep it it up!! I enjoy your work immensely!!
Hello Pops! I really appreciate it! Thanks so much!!!!
Great job on that screwdriver, I would say it is better then brand new. Also great work on looking after Kenji, looks like a very happy fluff.
Hello Bertolt!!!! Can you imagine my embarrassment after telling everyone who asked me what Kenji meant! Only to find out it doesn't mean Lucky! LOL Thanks very much!!!!
Looks like a new one beautiful job
Hello Wayne! FIRST! Thanks very much!! =)
You should do a video on refurbishing that slop sink. Rust remover, 000 steel wool, Ajax and a nice polish job....hold he shellac.
Hello lineartechbd1600 - That sink is unserviceable... Trust me... Re-glazing is out of the question!!! New sink next time promise!!! 😃👍
Screwdriver looks great! I have a very similar sink - got the stains out with “Bar Keepers” friend. The porcelain in mine has lost its glaze as well... a monthly treatment with the Bar Keepers and its white and clean 😊
WOW! I think this is probably one of my favorite restorations you have done. HUGE difference! Amazing color and shine! VERY WELL DONE!
Hello Kyle!!!! I was amazed at how the clear worked!!!!! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!!!!!!
excellent vid that works & does not take long or cost alot. well done
My second open heart my wife was driving 125 miles round trip to visit me and working too. I was in for 21 days after contracting MERSA. A little black cat crawled up on her lap when she was sitting on the back porch. Gabby stayed with us 8 years. Came when we needed her most.
Old Sneelock's Workshop - I've had many Cats but all Black ones are my favorite! They have very unique personalities and are wonderful cats!!!
Awesome job. That clear coat made all the difference in the world.
Hello Swarthy!!! Absolutely!!!! It really kept that wet look!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!!
Thanks for the great videos. You've inspired me to try restoring some plastic handle screwdrivers myself. I was surprised what a little elbow grease and the techniques you shared can do. thanks again!
Always GREAT Stuff and educational - Thanks!!!
Hello Jose! Thanks so much!!!!!! I really appreciate it!!!!!!!
You do some incredible work!
Hello Fabian!!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!!!
I inherited my uncle's tool collection. In watching your great videos, I now have many days of similar work ahead. You are a true craftsman and I like the detail of your work. Keep these videos coming!
Hello William! That is awesome! You are going to have a great time working on them... Remember even if you do 2 tools a month at the end of the year you will have 24 beautiful tools and a nice collection and tribute to your Uncle! Thanks!!!!!
WOW amazing, Restoration work.
Hello abhijit dey! Thankyou so much!!! This one turned out nice!!! 😃👍
As always amazing work! Love your channel.
Hello Travis!!!!! Thanks very much! I really appreciate that!!!!
Really nice job what a great idea with the clear never heard of that . Looks a nice kitty ,we had one walk into the house 5 years ago put up signs to find out who's she was but she's still here and I love her to bits never had cats always dogs but super clever and very loving and wouldn't swap her for all the tea in China . Thanks again really enjoyed 👍
Hello David!!!!! I have three, all strays! They come over and just won't leave!! lol Thanks very much!!!!!!!!
Wow looks awesome!!! Looks better than new! Great job.
Hello William!!!! I was really shocked and happy with the clear coat results!! Thanks so much!!!!!
Another great video that looks new
Hello gam c! Thanks so much!!! 😃👍
Beautiful
That looks great the handle came out nice.
Hello Tommy! You know there isn't one bit of info on the internet about this screwdriver!! Strange right!!!?!?! Thanks very much!!!!!
I like your cat Kenji great story, the screwdriver really came out nice!
Hello Mick! My relatives still think Kenji means "Lucky". I haven't the heart... Lol. Thanks very much!!! 😃👍
I might have to clean up my 20 yr old basic craftsman screwdrivers now. Clear coat handle looks bueno.
Looks brand new my friend great work lv it
Hello John! This one really was a enjoyable project!!! I’m really glad you enjoyed it too!!! Thanks very much!! 😃👍
that came out beautiful.. Nice..👍👍👍👍
Hello Santiago! Thanks so much my friend!!!!
Two beautiful things on show, a fantastically restored screwdriver (it looks wonderful) and Kenji, what a scene stealer. Always, always enjoy your videos and they prove to me and every one else that an unpromising tool can be brought back from the dead and made to look better than when it was new and in the tool shop.
Hello Tony! Kenji was feeling very friendly that day.. She was a real lap cat for my Mom... Unfortunately Mom passed on and Kenji is slowly warming up to me... Even though I rescued her!! The Screwdriver worked out really well, I'm so glad you enjoyed the project!!!! Thanks again Tony!!!!!!
My father had two rescue cats and each repaid him with huge amounts of love. They became his shadow wherever he went.
Wow that baby POP'S. Plus its red. Just outstanding!. Thank you, very good stuff. A good friend your kitten. We have one also. A rescue . A keeper!
Hello Norherman! They say Cats choose their owners! I think I believe it! =) Thanks very much!!!!!
Red! Of course! Congrats on all the new subscribers! You deserve it!
Hello Christina!! LOL Red! I just thought this would be a good project! I bought it at the flea market for $1! I really like it now! =) Thanks so much!!!!!!!
Great Job!!
Hello Bill! Thanks very much!!!!!!
ScoutCrafter You Bet!
Great job bro. Love how the handle came out good job
Beautiful restoration. Glad you thought to try the clear coat it turned out wonderful. Looks like a nice cat, thanks for more ideas!
Hello George!!!! It really feels like the original acetate!! Thanks very much!!!!!
Too nice to use now, it is a work of art.
Hello Tony!! You know it's funny how many people enjoy Screwdrivers! We don't pay them much respect but deep down I think they are appreciated!!! Thanks very much!!!!!
i think using that clear coat was a stroke of genius. Perhaps you could even put another coat on and really get rid of everything. When I saw the driver from the beginning I really didn't have much hope but it turned out amazing. Makes me want to go garage sailing!
Hello Joe! Very possible on the second coat!! The only reason I was very sparing with the clear is I want to see how it holds up! Will it crack and chip off? Will it fog or discolor? It's my first time doing this so I have my reservations about long term... Right now it looks awesome! Thanks very much!!!! 😃👍
Wow! I can’t believe how you revitalized that handle!
Hello Urban Camper!! I too was super shocked at how nice it took to the clear coat!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!
My work tools look like before and home tools like after. Of course I am always working. I tell my friends I have yupy tools at home and real tools at work. I am inspired with your restorations. There is hope for my ugly tools. Thanks
Hello Lifes Journeyman! I think any of us who work with tools try to keep our tools in decent shape but like you said if you work with them they are going to show use! (Unless you specialize in electronics- then you have no excuse) I have lots of user tools but I also love to restore and refurbish them! It's a fun hobby and I think people who like tools enjoy seeing them renewed! Thanks!!!!
rubbing holding and squeezing the screwdriver in the living room. ..someone's got a crush!
Looks like new, good recovery. From NC
Hello David!!!! This one really surprised me!!! Thanks so much!!!!!
Took the words right out of my mouth! Looks brand new!
Nice one on the rescue cat, I have 3 rescued cats..
Hello Tony- Sometimes I would get guys at work that would say "I'm a dog guy, I don't like cats". I used to reply "unless you own a cat you have no idea what your missing" They really are unique aren't they? Thanks very much!!!! 😃👍
ScoutCrafter great company and independent! :)
I wonder how the clear coat is holing up 3 years in?
This is my second time watching this video 3 years later.
Great video
Hello Todtiger!!!! Thanks very much!!!!!!!
Based on your two screw-driver restoration videos I recently purchased a handful of beat-up screwdrivers at our local Habitat for Humanity ReStore.
I’ve restored two so far and it’s very gratifying. I certainly don’t NEED more screw-drivers but there’s something therapeutic about bringing something useful back to life.
Thanks for the tips and inspiration!!
Hello Matt ! That is so awesome! Screwdrivers aren't easy but it really is, like you said, rewarding!! Some come out better then others but all a great learning experience! Thanks so much!!! 😃👍
Great cherry colour. Good work.
Hello Mats!!! I love that color!!! I paid One Dollar for it at the flea market! =) Thanks very much!!!!!!!
Screwed-up restoring a screwdriver...you're killing me.
Great job!
Hello Absaalookemensch!!!! I was amazed at how the clear coat worked!!!!!!
It's now a work of art.
And love the cat. You've got a heart of gold.
Very nice! I'm going to try the clear coat trick myself - I have just the candidate for it. Love the cat story. We have one that showed up at our door in 2011 and never left!
Hello rollerbald ! They say that Cats choose their owners! Maybe that's true! 😃. Thanks very much!!!
Dogs have owners - cats have staff!
Beautiful restoration. I lol'd at the sink comment. :)
David! From now on I'll be using the regular sink!!! LOL I was thinking of you cringing! =) Thanks very much!!!!!
They make porcelain paint.
Cute kitty and Such a great video, I check your channel everyday! It’s going to end up doing huge numbers if you keep those tool restorations coming! Shop tour soon !!
Awesome
Hot-Diggity, that is enjoyable to see and watch. I loved the wooden handle screwdriver, blown away by the acetate screwdrivers video, and this just adds to the library. We see those plastics, and think it must be a goner, but you still bring it back...
Hello Will!! You and I aren't the only people who like screwdrivers! I was pleasantly surprised to find out we have quite a few people who appreciate these forgotten tools!!!! I bought his at the flea market a couple weeks ago and when I asked the guy how much he looked embarrassed to ask one dollar... I guess he thought start high and when I offer a quarter he will come back with fifty cents! However you should have seen his smile when I said "ok sure!" Then as I gave him the dollar he looked almost guilty... Lol. I don't bicker over a few cents when the item isn't broken or overpriced... I'm glad I picked it up because it turned out quite nice! Thanks very much!!! 😃👍
Wow who would of thought that was the same screwdriver you do nice work
Hello Gary! Thanks so much! I really appreciate that!!!!!
Nice job, 2 thumbs up for this job, like that screw driver.....
Hello Clifford! I think deep down everyone has a weakness for that translucent Red color!!! Lol. Thanks very much!!! 😃👍
Niiccceeee work mate!
G'day from Australia 🇦🇺
Hello Stephen! Thanks so much!!! Australia rocks!!! 😃👍
Good job again sir.! I like your sanding sir. and good quality job...
Hello Kadir! Thanks my friend!!! I really appreciate that!!! 😃👍
Looks so nice I couldn't bring myself to use it. That goes for several others you have done on this channel. They look like display pieces.
Hello Tron!!! Thanks so much!!!! All in good fun!!!! =)
That dose look great
Hello danoh! Thanks so much!!! 😃👍
Another fine job done !!
Need to send you all of my tools to restore as I've gotten to lazy ..
Hello John! I too am lazy!!! I am enjoying my TV time more and more!!! Thanks very much!!!!
Hey scout me again. The other night after watching one of your videos I got the itch to get out in the garage and restore one of my old tools. It's an old combo square that's been in my family for a long time. A couple generations at least . And it was pretty rusted could barely see the measurements. Long story short after a good polish up through the grits of some wet/dry paper it revealed a logo , turns out I've got my self a starret combination square . It's my go too I use it for everything and now I know that the old square I've been using is a starret . Just a silly little story but the idea is I just wanted to thank you for these great videos you keep pumping out they really inspire me and get the engine running. Keep it up thanks alot
Hello CJ! That's always awesome to find out the tool is a Starrett!!! They made awesome stuff and still do! Did you see my video on Starrett's first invention! He was pretty amazing!!! I'm really glad you are saving these tools and giving them a second life!!! Thanks for sharing!!! 😃👍
Great videos! If that handle is acetate, and alot of them are, I've found that a quick dip in acetone will bring them back to life
Good job
Hello David!! Thanks so much!!!! I love this color!!!
To be like new, very good job. I love your videos. Greetings from Spain.
Hello John!!!!!! Thankyou so much my friend!!!! I really appreciate it!!!!
Great job!
You just need to show the "before and after" pictures side by side on the same frame. So we can see the difference much clear.
In my opinion this is an extraordinary job you are a "tool Doctor" awesome before and after results I appreciate your videos Like!!!!
Hello Wladimir!!!! Thankyou so much my friend!!!! I'm so glad you like the videos!!!!
Greetings from Tel Aviv. Love the channel and all your projects!
Hello Steven!!!! Just a question, Have you ever heard of that brand before? Over here in the States we never did!!! Thanks very much!!!!
ScoutCrafter. I am an American working here but a big fan. Never heard of the brand though I was going to ask around. Keep on restoring!
That handle came out as shiny and pretty as a red Jolly Rancher bruh!
Excellent👏
Need to try this on some of mine.
Hollow grind the tip.
Hello Geoff ! Yes! I am going to have to learn the proper way to hollow grind these tips! I heard it makes a big difference on the performance of the screwdriver!!! Thanks so much!!!! 😃👍