433 RSW Chocolate A Bittersweet Restoration Part 3
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- Made more progress on Chocolate. Its coming together nicely. The final episode is presently being prepared. I plan to Premiere it LIVE (as in, I'll be watching and commenting right along with you) this coming Friday evening September 18th approximately 6pm CST. Even the slightly skeptical will be impressed to say the least.
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OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I wish there were more like you. I feel the same way when something just isn't right it drives me crazy and I"m so proud to be watching a master who just will not give up till it is right. thank you for being you. God Bless.
As a restorer of fine antiques I have enjoyed watching you work and have picked up several really good tips/techniques from you. One area I see you kind of struggling with is in finishes. My advice to you is to do all your color and tint on the wood itself then seal with a 50/50 coat of clear shellac/alcohol. To get the age looking better use amber shellac but dilute it by 50% with alcohol too. Takes a little bit longer but dries fast and is more controllable. Finally - never uses shellac or varnish straight from the container. Always thin by 50%. This will eliminate brush strokes and result in a finish that looks correct rather than thick and "new". Your experience with the varnish lifting the stain was as I predicted and could be avoided by staging the finish process more like I have suggested. Don't apply any sealer or finish until you are happy with the color then seal that and use your finish coats to get the correct "age" feel. Keep on keepin' on.
An apprentice is someone who can't please anyone. A journeyman is someone who can please most of his/her customers most of the time. A master is someone who consistently pleases everyone but him/herself.
dont forget to put a sticker inside.brought back from the grave by jerry rosa!
Unfortunately believe it or not I did forget
It was worth watching to see the finished article . You should get the gold medal for violin repairers, if it existed. I hope you get it played so that we can hear it.
There are a couple more parts. It gets played and there is also a great back story from the owner with her reaction.
another thing. you have worked an awesome miracle turning all those pieces into an instrument that i and probably all of us watching would love to have. very nice work. thumbs up for jerry
Jerry Rosa you brought that thing back from the state of no return. I understand your optimism but wow what a great job! this is my second time watching this series.
That ending... wow... I honestly said, ‘you utter legend!’, out loud. On my own. Am I mad for enjoying this this series more than any tv show?
Jerry, you’re amazing. Plus the absolute care you take"
for anyone trying to plane across end grain: soaking a little bit of water into it makes it cut much easier
I am loving this series.
my deep affection for this work ... I have been following you for a long time. Greetings from Croati
Oh gosh I am on the edge of my seat... can't wait for part IV
Gah! Another cliffhanger?! Not that it matters, I already know how it ends. How? Because Jerry's a perfectionist.
you are joking, of course
@@scottt2087 Nope. It ends with a flawless repair. I already know.
I am amazed at your dedication to the quality of your work your middle name must be patience
old chocolate will be glad with a new finish!!
I am in total awe Jerry at your craftsmanship and shear tenacity. In the first episode when you took "that thing" out of the box, I had to check the posting date in case it was an April fool gag. I mean... that bag of splinters look like a 4x4 had used it as a wheel chock. Just the fact that you have managed to piece it back together is a miracle.
Ive enjoyed the restoration of old chocolate . Great video i was so engrossed that i forgot to eat so ill have to pause this and get go a coffee.
Making a violin from a fiddle box of chocolate chips. Brilliant work 👍
Jerry, I think some ghosts from Cremona, Italy, are haunting you. That instrument WILL end up "correct".
JERRY I feel for you ...I have been there with colour matches .........YOU called it right my friend yes indeed................
I'm totally with you on just taking her back down to bare wood. I don't really care about the scars (heck it was smashed into a million pieces!) but I was a little concerned about a amount of finish on the top effecting the sound. Hey she can just give it a new name... Lazarus perhaps? 😬
how about Phoenix?
The Tru-Oil dries really thin. It probably looks thicker on the video than it is.
When you said "It's making me mad" I said here we go. I think with what the instrument has gone through it is looking fantastic. Can't wait to see how you will make it look even better. You are an amazing craftsman, thanks.
Artist? No! you're a Master!
Great job Joe!
Jerry, I applaud you for your dedication! I am the same guy with my work. Thats what sets you apart from others. Thats probably why you have no need to advertise your business- people know you are the BEST! Hang in there...
this is the way i view this, sir.
most people would NEVER have even attempted to do anything with this instrument.
the tag inside says Marseille, 1820?.
it has had quite a life; it was your choice to let it try and speak again. you have pride in your work and are a true craftsman, perfection has everything to do with the man behind the tools.
just like the man who gave this life 200 years ago.
1830
That is how you see a real luthier not an amateur
Leave it alone, every injury leaves a scar. You have done as good a job as can be. I'd call that repair a miracle of sorts. Not many folks could do as well as you have done, be satisfied, let it be.
Bringing the finish down to bare wood sounds like the right move.
Sometimes no matter how hard you try you can't win i'm sure your going to do your best which is all your customers ask for Jerry.
You are saving the instrument from the woodpile. Sometimes it takes tough love!
Chin up lad! You're doing a cracking job on this fiddle. The fact you acknowledge that the customer might be happy with it but you're not speaks volumes about your own character, there's not many as would attempt this repair let alone go the the lengths you're going to make it perfect. Don't knock yourself for having a good heart, embrace it and be proud of it!
So glad you decided to refinish it. The only way to restore the appearance, in my opinion.
As a wood worker myself, i understand your feeling. When we work for too long on a pice, we become anesthetized to it. So we can't see it for real what it is. As an outsider, i can say that job is incredible. You were never going to bring this violin back to its 1800's shape, but you did an amazing job of bringing it back to life! and it looks beautiful with all its old marks and lines, because thats the result of time on it. So dont be too harsh on yourself, your job here is Perfect!
Jerry, in a way it does my heart good to hear your frustration that things don’t always come out perfectly. You are more skilled than I am but we shall the same frustrations.
I haven’t seen the entire series yet, but all I can say is, SIMPLY AMAZING!
Just as you mentioned the end grain glue problem, I was envisioning how to cut the thickness for a layered piece.. Bingo! You did👍.
what a jigsaw puzzle,you'll find a way to finish it as best that can be done,keepin the faith,chuckles.
12 minutes in, don't we all, Jerry, don't we all. 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I admire your persistence.. that's a real project. I know how this works, you just gotta be a little crazy to even start it. Good crazy, but still crazy.. I've started similar tasks, the hardest part is getting out of the driveway. Nice work sir.
Great job so far Jerry keep up the good work my friend I'm sure the little girl will be pleased
Been watching for the last few episode and muttering to my self all the time, "Jerry's got to strip that top back to bare wood, level it and re-stain it". I agree with your choice at the end and I don't think you really had a choice. After all, it's got to remain chocolate, and not get renamed to frankenstein's monster.
Hope all goes well with the refinish!
Cheers,
(I was referring to the blotched finish, not the maker BTW :) )
Jerry, I also am color blind and made my living in the printing industry. I learned that if you use a jewelers Lupe to magnify the pigment you can find an almost perfect match. Worked for me for over 50 years in the trade (too old and shaky any more for such small detailed work) Love your content, You are an artist.
That's a great idea to route out half the thickness fix that little piece. Nice job! 👍
Just finished watching episode three of the "Chocolate" saga, and just had to write. This is a perfect example of why people find you so endearing, and also why they jokingly accuse you of being "OCD". You are an artisan, Jerry. A dyed-in-the-wool, old school, old-world craftsman. I think you fell in love with that bundle of kindling the same way many of us did. And you won't leave well enough alone.
Can't wait to see the final chapter, but win lose or draw, you never disappoint, and make every repair an adventure. You are a treasure, Jerry Rosa, especially in times such as these.
Jerry, you're Right - It's NOT easy being you! I understand well your quest for perfection; I have that too. Hope that whatever road you take to perfection, it turns out to your satisfaction.
I would agree with you on taking the top to bare wood, after the trauma the instrument suffered, it's probably the only way to get the color even.
And yet Chocolate continues to consume you. Jerry, I await yet another chapter play....
Keep up the good work... Greetings from Denmark.....
Glad you are going back to bare wood Jerry. Good choice. If you don't she will have to rename it Chocolate and Marshmallows.
You deserve this T-shirt !!! :)
You are THE MAN !
One of the most entertaining videos (series) that I’ve seen! I can’t wait to see how this turns out. Thanks!
This is without doubt the hardest repair ive seen you do I'm sure it'll turn out fine Jerry they always do my friend 🙂
Sir, you are a true craftsman. a pleasure to watch and learn from.
When blending isolated light streaks, I use Winsor Newton oil paints, brown madder, burnt umber; blend color, and use as a glaze to match. Cotton ball blend, or fingers. Takes a week to dry; light and quick sealer coats with French polish to seal.
Jerry your right about using a brush to apply a finish. Applying a finish with your finger give me a break. I really enjoy the pride you take in your restorations and this one shows how passionate you are and what lengths you go to achieve it. Really like the end grain gluing theory. I'm a 68 yo retired carpenter not bashing or bad-mouthing but I have had luck adding a little stain to the varnish it makes blending repairs easier.
Just for the record the bottle says use your fingers.
Hi, Jerry, thanks for sharing your expertise and knowledge with us! I've three points to raise: 1) That was a great idea to rout and chisel out a rabbet to accept the replacement piece at the tail of the violin. 2) Regarding your Proxon router base, have you ever thought of adding a clear plastic base to the underside of the base to overcome the large hole in the base? 3) Have you ever tried airbrushing to blend in light stained areas to match the overall darker toned areas? And after getting the match as close as you can get it, you could spray on a sanding sealer to lock in the colour before applying the final topcoats.
Yes I have had clear router bases in the past I got rid of them because they scratch easy you can't see through them and they are very static prone so everything sticks to them. Regarding the idea of airbrushing see part 4
I can't wait to see it finished. I know the heart break of refinishing it after all that work but your name is on it and your heart will be better for doing it! Amazing work
It's tough on your soul, being a perfectionist.
Really enjoying this oddessy!
@5:55... it's called a lap joint, Jerry! 🤣 *and that's a Brilliant bit of an epiphany you had there!*
Jerry, Did you ask Caleb what he would do? That young man might surprise you. He seems to have a really good head on his shoulders. I guess you have already done that. Edgar
Great series
Great info-tidbit of the function of purfling. I've bought several instruments that use wood made to look like herringbone. The artisan has to be very skilled to saw and glue the tiny pieces to make them strong and symmetric. Very smart ! Plus their eyes must belong to a young person ! You do fine work, Jerry.
My dad was very colorblind. He did jigsaw puzzles and he would angle the pieces around and could match shades of grey, which is what he saw. Kind of like you do. He had trouble with clothes matching but I was amazed he could match shades. Beautiful job on violin
You’re an absolute legend Jerry.
As soon as I heard you say you weren’t happy with the finish I knew you were going to stop it back to nothing. That’s the kind of dedication I wish every luthier had.
I thought the saying was momma said life's like a box of chocolates u only get what u put in!? but great video love watching u repair stuff learn a little something every time!
The "before and after" on Chocolate is going to be one for The Guinness Book of World Records in the "Can You Believe It's The Same Instrument" category. Great work! Thanks for your channel.
Jerry, this time I don't know what to say...
You have surpassed even yourself by far!
My deepest respects and thank you!
I know this video is years old at this point, but this is fabulous work and I have only a small recomendation- I have foubd that tinting the topcoat can help blend disparate colors. It doesn't always take much, and some finishes are more receptive to tinting than others, but I have found it helps level out the color differences.
Just one word…
WOW!
Just an FYI, before you started explaining the repair of the end, I understood where you were going with the repair. Makes perfect sense!
Air brush! Realy good idea. And it will be beutiful job.
I know what you mean about it being a pleasure to be able to put your hands on stuff now it’s organised. I have the same feeling when I clean and tidy my shop lol
Same rule as for first responder's,...'you can't hurt something which is already deceased'. You, are breathing life back into that 'Franken-Fiddle'
just one word.....WOW!!!
Have you considered adding dye not stain but dye to a shellac and applying it over a thin finish to match or repair spots. It works very well. I have had good success with restoration work I have done on both jewelry boxes and furniture. Just to be clear I'm very much an amateur that enjoys woodworking as a hobby. I really enjoy and learn from your Channel. You do amazing work in such short time benefiting you're very lucky customers. Thank you for all you share.
Super fantastic
Yay! This has been so cool to watch. Amazing!
Jerry, I have learned so much from your show! patience..patience..patience! I just completed a kit electric guitar. A lot of work but i never would have done it without watching you. It came out beautifully. All due to you. You are training many out here. Thanks so much.
This is wonderful! I can’t believe your patience, care, and expertise. Thanks for letting us in on your work!
Lapping the patch in to avoid end grain glueing, genius!
Jerry got no quit in him!
You do you, trust your gut...you are a craftsman and an artisan. We wouldn't have it any other way. The reward is in knowing you brought everything you had to bear on it. Imagine the pure joy it will bring to its owner for having done so.
HI jerry;
Thanks for saying that perfling serves the purpose of preventing splits in the edge of the top plate. I have said that for years, but have never heard anyone else say it. I'm really enjoying this video for about the 5th time. I just love this series of videos. Keep on truckin.
Hello, from the broken cello. I know you, like my son, work on multiple kinds instruments. Me, I focus on just the cello mainly, (I take broken cello's and repair them to put an affordable cello in a student's hands) but will also do some violins and such. The issue you seem to have is the original oil finish has closed the pores of the wood and it will not accept new stain or varnish. It is a common problem with older finishes. Many times you have to get rid of as much of the original finish, or go to a super high quality repair finish to get a color match. you also might trying to warm the wood with an ultra-violet light to help lens the finish and open the pores. It is time consuming because you only want to warm the wood for regulated periods of time. I hope this helps.
I guess you didn't see the end. That's precisely what I said I was going to do
@@RosaStringWorks Yes, for some reason it stopped about a minute before you said that... Another suggestion, if you don't mind... before you refinish it... you might want to make a plaster cast of the front, fine sand the mold to fit the original belly of the violin, steam the front a bit and sandbag it (Well I use flower in ziplock bags and some cals for even pressure) to get a smoother curve on the face, especially where the sound post break is, and the other repairs before cleating it. And I've been there, where no matter what you do, it just doesn't want to cooperate. Great videos btw... Just another instrument geek, geeking out on repair vids.
Jerry, you certainly ARE an Artist. No doubt.
Thank you for what you do.
i just knew about ten mins in to the video that you would end up stripping it back. sounds like the best idea. cant wait to see next video on it
Off camera...Jerry angry...grits teeth & slams fist onto the desk...forgetting that Chocolate's top is laying there:) FACE PALM OMG what a cliffhanger you left us with Jerry!
all the reasons I quit finishing repairs lol good luck brother!!
Haha! Jerry, I was thinking halfway through this, "oh man, he's not gonna be satisfied and he's gonna sand that whole thing off". I love it! You're a true craftsman!
I feel your pain Jerry, but I know you'll do everything to make it look great and play great again.
Hang in there!
Micro mark has a complete set of micro chisels. I don’t know if the cost is worth the amount of use you may get out of them but they look like they are just what you need for the work you are doing in this video.
no one would have evean tried to fix old chocolate.but once again you amaze me.you are the best.
You never cease to amaze me. I can’t believe that you brought that fiddle back. Excellent craftsmanship as always. It almost makes me want to break one of my instruments, to have you fix. I honestly think that old chocolate will have the most character of any instrument in the house. I hope that great voice will be retained. I think it will. Great work, I really enjoyed it. Thanks Jerry.
This has to be one of your most incredible repairs. I really doubt that anyone else would have attempted it. Can’t wait to see the next part! Thanks so much.
Omg that's crazy can not wait to see this...lmbo
Been there and done that. No matter how many hours it takes to make it right it will always have your name on it. What makes people a master at their trade is exactly what you are showing others. To even look at this instrument and decide it is worth the investment you are making says a lot. We know that financially it does not make sense. I hope the song she sings is worthy of your effort.