1871 Candy Drop Roller Restoration - Thomas Mills
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 เม.ย. 2024
- Today I'm restoring a drop candy roller machine made by Thomas Mills & Bro. Making candy is much more fun and easy than I expected! The machine is made of heavy cast iron and the rollers are bronze. I started by sandblasting it to remove the rust, then powder coating to bring it back the shine and finally making lots of candy.
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Dude actually making the candy at the end was the cherry on top. Truly amazing. What a restoration!
There’s a pretty cool channel where a guy still makes candy in a shop with similar machines. Not anything I would follow but cool if you need a relevant distraction.
Edit: what the f is going on in the bottom of these comments? The channel I was talking about is brought up but I can’t even find the reply now. Just don’t interact with these comments.
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@@FumblsTheSniper channel name?
Definitely awesome to see the candy making. 🍬
It's one thing to watch someone restore something. It's another thing entirely to watch a restoration get use after so many years/decades. ^^
So this guy is an expert in powder coating, metal working, wood working, sandblasting, milling, finishing, mechanics, knows how to brass plate with heat, and can cook sugar to the perfect temperature without burning it (very tricky for the inexperienced) to make hard candy. What a beautiful restoration and display of an impressive array of skills!
I want to be him so much lol
Well said, but you did forget to mention producing, lighting, recording video and audio, and editing these masterfully sensory videos together (perhaps the most difficult achievement of all if you consider their popularity and mileage)! Bravo to this wunderkind! 👏
Jack of all trades.
I would have loved if he explained every step, i dont know enough about anything of these things to understand most of what he did.
Ikr
Man, I miss this channel. Back in college when I was at my lowest and really close to suicide (nights were definitely the worst part of the day), these videos were the only thing that would lull me to sleep, years later I’m doing better and still grateful for them. This channel allowed me to turn the terrible thoughts off for a minute and focus on a great, satisfying and beautifully filmed restoration. Rescue and Restore, I hope you are doing great wherever you are!!! Thank you for everything!!!
Thank you for sharing. That means a lot!
Damn.
Happy to read that now you are okey 🥰
I’m currently in your past shoes. Good to see there’s a light at the end
@@DeannaBoneman there is, never forget that. You might hit your lowest point and think there won’t be any getting better but there is. I’ve come to find it’s the natural cycle of a life, things will always fall into place in time
I miss your videos. They’re genuinely the best restoration vids on here, and I still binge em from time to time.
where have they gone? I feel like Im watching them over and over hope they are ok
Maybe he’s been busy with other stuff and hasn’t had time to make videos. Considering he’s hearting comments from 2 months ago he’s still online, so he may have quit making videos or more likely just hasn’t had any time
He's restored all that needed to be restored
He even restored some of the screws and bolts instead of replacing them
An amazing restoration indeed.
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I know!!! Only replacing the ones that actually needed replacing 🤯
@@bethlovesthings and the fact that he *made the new ones himself*
That is call love for what restoring term, means to him. I figure, that a part have to be in a really bad shape for him to replace. Like the wood handle. Making one was nice and it shows his wood crafting talent.
Whats tgat vibrating sand thing he put the bolts in?
"Like watching paint dry" takes on a different meaning when you're watching a time lapse of powder coat paint being baked. It's so satisfying. Love the restoration!
I came from that video too 🤣 he's totally in the wrong 🤯
I have no idea what you people are talking about. Is the person wrong about the paint drying thing or purposely giving misinformation?
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@@venuscanteven425 7th
Technically it's drying.
That machine was made six years after the American Civil War ended and he restored it to look like it was manufactured yesterday - amazing. This was so satisfying to watch, and making the candy at the end was the cherry on top!
It’s a lot better than when it was originally made.
Which is a problem, right? I like a lot of his restorations but this one felt like he was erasing history by milling it and removing the evidence of the original casting.@@acptelford1307
I love it but I'd argue he made it look like it was manufactured yesterday. If that was true, he would have replaced all moveable parts with cheap plastic at the very least. :) In all seriousness though, it really is a thing of beauty that he did!
@@brianthomas2277 Oh, the way you phrased that was confusing 😅 Because "I'd argue that" = "I'd say that", i.e. it made it seem like you were repeating the same thing they'd said, that it was indeed made yesterday
I just watched some candymakers react to this restoration and im so happy to see people recognizing the effort you put into your restorations 💖
Ну, тут как по маслу идет, хорошо, когда не сильно ржавая вещь, прям легче смотреть. ❤
It's like he had a perfect tool for everything. That is some incredible skill, and the camera work is also top notch.
He even used a card as a paintbrush, and it turned out good
If I were to try to do this I would mess up and rage lol
I’d forget we’re to put everything lmaoo but that was smooth 💅😩
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@@sohom_mukherjee nobody asked
I was like "WAIT THERES MORE" at every turn! Making candy with it in the end was absolutely delightful oh my gOD. I may have said it before on a different video, but that powder painting and baking always is my favorite part watching it go from a powder to shiny. Absolute master at your craft and this came out stunning!
Don't mean to be "that guy" but the process is called powder coating. It's really common and pretty easy to actually do, and it's especially common in the aftermarket automotive parts industry.
@@bruhmoment8388 less of a “that guy” moment and more fun fact! thanks for letting us know
You should check out lofty pursuits on TH-cam! They make lots of candies with an identical tool for their public displays of confection! And you get to learn something in every video!
@@MYLAR. Fair enough, I really don't like people who try to be smarter than everyone else. My best friend started a powder coating business not too long ago and I helped him get set up so I know a little about it.
Yes yes yes! Me too. I was smitten with the candy making part. I also look forward to powder painting parts.
What surprises me is that you are the only restorer I've seen that does lead checks on things. Thank you for checking!
First timer here and you had me at the Lead Check! Thank you for checking so that I could sit back and enjoy the beautiful restoration without my mind constantly thinking about it being toxic. The attention to detail is so amazing and the video was super enjoyable!
The part I love the most about this is that there’s no annoying music in the background. You’re just allowed to enjoy and admire the sounds of tools going to work in a very silent and calm environment. Great video.
Agreed. 100%
So basically straightforward asmr?
Honestly, I just watch it because its cool, people find asmr in everything
@@quartizejose6254 what the hell is ASMR?
@@MagisterHamid it's a loud munching or slime sounds
You can imagine my delight at seeing this transformation, as Thomas Mills was my maternal great-grandfather! Thank you for your effort. It brought joy and wonder to me and my siblings to watch this.
No way
Woah
Wow! You must’ve felt so proud 😊
Can I ask you a question? My grandfather was in the candy making business and has some of these rollers. One we have says M&M and is square in shape. Does that stand for Mills and Mills? We treasure these brass rollers but don't know much about them.
Wow!
It’s been two years, please come back the world needs you!
It's a shame that this channel hasn't posted in 2 years, was easily one of my favorite channels when I was struggling in highschool
I have a problem with insomnia and I just remembered that I used to watch your videos before bedtime because its very calming and it helps me drift to sleep. I’ve been checking your channel now and then to see if you’ve uploaded new videos because I’ve watched them all. I tried to watch other restoring channels but I dont love their videos the way I love yours. I just wanna say that I’ll be waiting for more uploads ☺️☺️
You could also try watching those stop motion woodworking videos those are so cool
Me too
These videos prevent me from sleeping lmao
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very calming
Considering this tool is from 1871, it was in really good condition. Minimal rusting, very few stuck or broken pieces, and still 'worked' without restoration. It's amazing how well some old tools were made compared to some things we get today that barely last for a few months. The end product was simply beautiful as well, great job!
Isupport studied English with this
I restarted English after 10 years
I am a beginner studying English with asmr.
Please come and take a look and
sadly companies are motivated by money, and the most efficient way to make money is for the same people to keep buying your products when they break…
companies that made durable things never had any repeat customers. they usually go bankrupt.
Made by 100% lead... Most old items are made with pure materials hence they last long. These days resources are pricey.. So all opt for cheaper materials higher quantity of products hence more profit
What non-electrical items don’t last a long amount of time?
I was thinking the same, no pitting at all
I hope life permits you to come back one day, brother. I especially love your Tonka restorations.
Come back, brother. The world needs you.
I had not thought that this level of restoration was even possible, it's damn near magic.
Honestly, it's better than new. The base casting was cheaply done, full of voids, bubbles, and pores, making it hard to keep clean. The epoxy filler and the ceramic/epoxy coating filling the gaps and gave smooth, lustrous finish that is both visually spectacular and likewise easy to clean.
@@lairdcummings9092 Damn dude you sure knew your stuff ever owned one before or you noticed it before it was restored. Hope one day I can do something like this but its all damn expensive XD
Dad used to say:
All it takes is time and money.
@@lairdcummings9092 ppp
@@lairdcummings9092 thanks for telling us what he did with those coatings, I was wondering why he was putting things on then sanding it off again.
The fact that he even made some candy at the end truly shows how much dedication he has to his work.
He always uses the items after restoration.
Did it ocurr to you that he might have bought and restored a candy drop roller because he wanted to make candy?
@@asvarien tbh no but makes sense, this dude probably just buys stuff he likes, and as a bonus, make money off restoring and recording
the reason i sat through the whole video lol
@@asvarien - not just that, *_lots of them._*
What amazes me is 71 million people watching this gentleman restore a vintage candy dropper ❤
it isn't a restoration, it's a renovation. a restoration takes it back to how it would be originally. they didn't have powder coating in the 1800's when the roller was made
I love these videos, and while I miss watching new ones, I know that being able to do content creation and live a life is tough. You do what’s right for you, and if you ever decide to make another one of these, we will absolutely be right there to watch.
Wow. I don't have a need for a candy drop roller (or most of the stuff on this channel), but if I ever did, I'd much rather have one that was given the R&R treatment than a brand spanking new one. The craftsmanship and the quality of these restorations is amazing. These pieces are reborn better than they ever were. It is incredibly soothing and satisfying to watch.
If those objects are alive, I bet they would thank R&R a lot
@@rochelimit55555 😊👍
The quality between a new one and one given this treatment is probably much different. Like this one was restored PERFECTLY. A new one could never be this nice.
Told myself I would only watch a little bit, but ended up watching the whole video.I appreciate your time and effort you put into properly restoring items to their original splendor and beyond! Thanks great video
Me too! I just couldn't click off, I wanted to see what was next.😂
Same with me, and I am wondering why 9.7k disliked this video?
Bro got everything at home
@@generalawareness101 how do you see the dislikes
Same here, lol
This whole video I couldn’t stop smiling. There’s so much talent and care taken to restore this beautiful product. Well done you should be so proud x
This channel has brought me a lot of joy over time. I remember setting up a discord bot to tell me when a new video dropped so I wouldn't miss it.
With that said it's been a while since the last post and I will say I definitely miss it! Other channels just don't do it quite the same as this one.
Hope you all the best! Keep on restoring!
The fact that he also knew we all wanted to see it work so he included a demonstration was absolutely brilliant
Made it!!!
The fact that you were able to bring back a machine from 151 years ago is insane! Keep up the good work, history will be kept for the futire generations
futire 😎
@@twistedbetrayal7234 futire 😎
It's less insane than you'd imagine. Stuff was built a lot tougher back then. You won't see this stuff happening in 150 years to current items. The polymers would all dry/rot/stiffen up, so if there are restorations like this in the future it's going to be automated 3D printing stuff, not actually restoring the product.
i love you rescue and restore!! you rescued and restored my heart when i was going through it a couple of years ago🫶 rewatching for old times’ sake😊
Какая красота. Особенно удивила покраска деталей. Волшебство превращения старых, ржавых деталей в сияющие, медные, стальные, чистые. Каждый кадр произведение искусства. Браво маэстро!
As a classic car enthusiast, I know that a “full restoration” is almost a unicorn. The people selling such have wide ranging definitions for restoration. The only one used by classic car purists is when the subject has been returned to the exact condition it was in when it left the manufacturer. This means restoring things that will never be seen after reassembly, requiring the complete dismantling of it - every nut, bolt and screw. This candy machine was restored to perfection.
Some people might be a bit picky if it wasn't restored using the same type of wood for the handle - some other small things.
Or slightly better in this case, making the metal smooth. Before it was just cast and painted. He smoothed out the casting marks.
@@Ja2808R Yeah, that was the only bit that made me wince a little, but the end product speaks for itself!
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I don't know, so much of the original material was removed without need, just for looks. I'd expected more preservation, now it's more recycled.
This man really knows his craft. Amazing restoration.
When I woke up this morning I had no idea I needed to see the restoration of a nearly 200year old candy maker….YET here I am. I TRULY enjoyed watching that. And YES I subscribed so you can show me what else I didn’t know I needed to see. You know me TOO well!!
Your workspace, your hands, tools,... everything is in pristine condition.
I love that. Plus I agree with every single comment.
back in the day you had a person for every other task. He does it all. The most satisfying part is where the finish goes from white to this brutal red.
Сделал как будто доя музея, а можно было просто почистить . Было бы н чуть не хуже. Наверное интерьер у него в красном цвете😊
@@user-sn5nl2rc2n uh ok-
Not brutal red. Sexy red.
Candy red
@@The_Gallowglass Brutal sexy red.
It's been so long since any posts. I keep coming back to this channel and seeing this video as the most recent one. If you're still restoring things to this day, I want to let you know that your videos have helped me relax, unwind, and even help me fall asleep while you were still posting. Hope you're okay. And I look forward to the next video when it comes
he has a shorts channel! so i suspect thats why they havent focused on longer projects like this one
He’s busy rolling in money at the moment
he said in a post 6 months ago in the community tab that he was working on videos, looks like that’s not happening
My 3 year old son loves your content - this video in particular
That's what I'm starting to think aswell
Anybody else get super excited when the sandblaster popped up on screen??? No? My favorite part💜💜💜💜💜😊
The best restoration video I’ve seen.
Concise.
Well recorded.
Restoration executed perfectly.
Truly the best!
You turned an old machine into a piece of art! So much eye for detail, just amazing!!!
Thank you for sharing with us!
Yes, just my thoughts.
Lets hope
so is fancy
It's ugly and vulgar looking now. Devoid of all charm.
this man is a master of all traits he literally remade the whole thing and even knew how to use it, and he ACTUALLY used it! this was fun to watch
Apart from the shoddy mig welding.. you'd tig parts like that defo not mig
Today, I'm going to study sentences for 3 minutes.
@@Imaworldstar-jw3yj cool?
Hooked on phonics much? Also your statement has the same weight if you took out the word literally.
Indeed man
Hey man, this channel was one of the last things my dad was able to enjoy on tv from his hospital bed. PTSD made it difficult to sleep at night, once the noises of people in the house died down, so this was a soothing, comforting thing. Now I get to watch these and feel a connection to him.
In 100 years. Somebody could found that candy maker and restore again like you❤😊 i want this content to continue from generations by your great grandchild or other people .
At the start the candy roller looks so heavy and tough, but at the end it looks so delicate and fragile. This was truly amazing work
Japanese to Chinese
@@mridulahmed5562 What does that mean?
@@mridulahmed5562 from being black american to Muslim
@@angelvu I would assume he means it went from looking like high end craftsmanship, to looking like it was made in China. Though honestly, the Chinese can't make anything look as nice as that did in the end.
@@johnmclain250 True that. Chinese craftmanship sucks since 19C, but their potteries are crazy tho.
It’s amazing how the white powder coating really intensified the red powder coating! It’s an amazing restoration!
I think it’s a clear coat
@@CanefromEden Indeed
It was coke actually! :)
@@redscrunchie222 💀💀
Ich bin bei jedem Video aufs Neue fasziniert, mit wieviel Geduld und handwerklichem Geschick alten Dingen ein neuer Glanz eingehaucht wird.
This is hands down one of the most incredible restorations I’ve ever seen on TH-cam. Bravo sir!!
That's one of the best things I've seen get restored, plus having the ability to make your own sweets. Absolutely Brilliant.
That “Candy Red” you chose is just gorgeous.
Perfect for the machine.
I don't like that all the history and 'patina' has been removed and that bits are cut-off/altered. But I guess there's be no vid if things were just appreciated for the history of beautiful found objects as they are.
Still lovely rediscovering the polished metals
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@@ellaova yeah, sad to see the objects lose their original form
@@ellaova You're telling me the rusty unused piece of metal is more charming than the working version? I personally find machines doing their intended job far more satisfying than a rusty paperweight sitting in a closet for decades.
The fact that 72M people watched this says a lot itself. This was amazing. Enjoyed every bit! Excellent work.
Please come back. This is my meditation, and gives me goals to grow old doing exactly this for fun.
He cooks, he cleans, he's a restoring machine, when I thought it was over I thought I'd really like to see it pump out some lollies, 100% enjoyed this, there's something really satisfying about the phoenix effect, subbing for sure!
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I usually think it's a shame when such an old tool is over-restored. In this case, the quality of the craftsmanship of the restoration is so high and the result so beautiful that I just think it's great.
Well I am the opposite, I think if you gonna restore something, you should go all the way in, its always annoying to me when people restore something, then proceeds to reuse old broken wooden parts, wood is organic which means it will decay, metal on the other hand, if cared for, can last thousands of years.
@@SMGJohn hes probably talking more about changing the design or looks of the tool too much, but it's done beautifully in this case, and kinda fits since it's a candy machine
“If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” well in this case it was kinda broke, an upgrade would be the only natural and better choice
My reaction was just like yours, over-restored but then I saw the final product (and the non-repairable items) and thought well thats ok then.
@@SMGJohn I think that what Hafensanger might be saying is that when you make it better than new it kinda of loses it's sense of history. The machining and casting marks speak to how it was made. Pantina tells you it's old. For example, I have an old hand crank apple peeler. If I restored it to better than new, It would essentially be no different than a replica I can buy from China.
Это шедевр, произведение искусства.
Мастер реставрации у Вас золотые руки. 👍🔥
The man who designed this device is smiling from heaven at the care and attention put into this restoration. 👍
by the moment after the human being concluded by heaven or hell,his memory already erased.there is no such earthly matters existed in his head.
No he isn’t, he’s dead and unaware
The machine was designed to bring joy and it's still doing exactly that. Very impressive creation.
Man, this was like watching a magic trick but seeing the process makes it even more magical instead of taking that away. Thanks man. Your videos are so amazing to watch!
in a hundred years, someone is going to find this and restore it again
Miss your beautiful videos! My husband and I would sit and watch them together. Hope you’re doing very well ☺️
I like how he doesn’t show the final result in the thumbnail, makes the final product so much more satisfying to see done👍🏼
He does?
@@anthonymckenzie6765 he doesn’t show the final result of the candy machine
@@GorillaFan_32 in the thumbnail
@@roshasensi2220 he just shows the first version not that final thing, the final result has red.
@@GorillaFan_32 yeah i know that
Watching you expertly restore this was wonderful, but you took it to a whole other level when you used it! You've got a new sub here.
Ditto! 😍
same i subscribed today
Yup
Шедевр, спасибо, что даёте новую жизнь забытым вещам. Я в восторге от вашей работы. С удовольствием смотрю ваши видео.
It's amazing to be able to use such precise tools and execute them.
And be confident that it will heal. The hard work, the imagination, everything is perfect and amazing. It's a savior!
Wow! You made it look like a luxury item, this is the first time I've seen how this machine works and it's awesome! 🤯
the white is a clear coat
Clear coat
White is an wavelength that has no color wavelengths so basically its colorless whilst black is an color that has all color wavelengths so basically it has all colors
@@coolknight2622 nope black is shade
@@coolknight2622 Well explained, but it's the other way around--white is the presence of all visible wavelengths, while black is the absence
My jar dropped at the end. I couldn't imagine a way to get little round candies out of that sheet of sugar bubble wrap. The simple solutions are often the best. 👌
Amazing restoration!!
Stupid me would have gone at it with a pair of kitchen scissors or something..
Your jar dropped? Did it break?
@@SchoolGNM Yes, it broke. There is actually a website about that jar and the guy with the thing in the place.
Don’t worry they sell 12 packs of jars at Target.
It's why they're called "drops", because you drop them to break them apart.
Absolutely love this channel and one of my favorite parts is no dialogue. The detail that goes into each restoration is incredible. Well done!
It's amazing to witness a machine that hasn't made candy in 150 years finally do what it's supposed to do again.
When you make it look better than new, it's beyond restoring. That was a work of art! Amazing work!
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Aside from just being a joy to watch, these videos are genuinely inspiring. I use them often to motivate my self-care efforts. "If the R&R guy can put that much time, effort, and care into restoring each tiny piece of an old machine, you can get out of bed and wash your face."
You are right! Let me get my day going now!!! That candy machine is just gorgeous!!!
some of us are mentally unwell
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OMG I JUST HAD THE SAME THOUGHT 🥲
love watching you clean stuff with the sand blaster~ they look brand-new
Why did you stop making videos? Your videos are amazing. I hope you start again.
One of the most relaxing unintentional ASMR channels on the tube. Masterful!
Really loved watching you rescue and restore that candy maker. I don't know why, but it is so fascinating watching the powder coating being baked on and the clear coat going from the powder to a shiny clear. Then to watch you actually use it to make candy was wonderful. Thank you for the work you put in to restoring and making this video.
same here wasn't expecting white to go clear, it was like making candy in itself, never mind the real stuff at the end, 🙂🍬🍬
Ooooooo the gloss 🤤🤤🤤🤤
Ditto! Fairly sure this is the first YT video I've watched the entire way through so intensely. Was magic!
Same here. That was crazy
I like how it's not only restored, but refined to what probably the maker intended but wasn't able to with the techniques and materials of their age
I come back to this video about once every few months. It’s simply the best out there, others come close, but not to this level of perfection.
Im so obsessed with these restorations. The amount of skill... probably generational skill...is so impressive!
ya ikr
I can’t believe you’re always watching what i watch!
i cant escape you i even see u on mamamoo videos
The skill the results and no commercials lol or cuts to other restorers "he might've cost himself all of his profit!"
No paint spay can in sight too. That's so rare for restoration channels
This guy actually restores things. Most people who “restore” things end up replacing everything.
Agree
Ye lol those who say "restore them" is just replacing except for this guy
And but some screw these guy not replace but made
@@Auxum I was going to say that but it's amazing how this guy does this
One of the most amazing restorations I have viewed. A true work of art.
Saw the reaction video on the candy makers channel...I KNEW A FEW STEPS WERE LEFT OUT., AMAZING JOB!
I can imagine the look on the original manufacturer's face if they watch this video. Seeing your own creation being restored and brought back to life is amazing
1871......
@@theabsolutelycursedsprout9308 nah mate he'd be still chilling watching TH-cam
@@dearlordylord8822more like a stone tablet
ay bro u dumb?
Simply wow! This was the niftiest restoration! From the epoxy fill, to the powder coat, to the rebuilding of the screws... every move was a dance in elegance. Encore!
A wonderful craftmanship and mechanical expertise. Congratulations.
( think how astonishing should be possible to do the same with people...)
Love this channel. This dude does some solid work. One of my favorite parts is seeing the item functioning like it used to. It's probably been decades since candy has passed through that thing and it still works like new.
That's absolutely beautiful. Everything was shined up and made beautiful.
I'd like to imagine a homemaker in 1871 seeing that candymaker in a storefront, just as we are looking at it after the restoration, and buying it to make sweets. Beautiful work! ❤️
except this probably looks way nicer than it did in 1871. there was no such thing as powder coating back then and most painting and polishing was done by hand.
I doubt people had one of these in their home unless possibly they were rich with servants making the candy. These were probably mostly in candy shops. Most of the candy making in those days was done right their in the shop. There are a few candy shops around today that are doing it.
I'm sure this thing never looked even close to that good, even when it was brand stinking new. Really nice work on restoring this far beyond any expectations.
It definitely didn't look that good when new, he did a huge amount of surfacing work, I'd call it a restomod but the result is spectacular
I’m shocked they allowed one built of anything but lead. It must have just been lead painted.
@@FumblsTheSniper that has got to be THE WORST take I've seen all day.
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@@FumblsTheSniper The lead tester was for the paint.
My son has been making candy lately, that would be so nice right now. Looks awesome. Love how you brought something old and made it new again. Thank you for sharing. Scatter sunshine all along the way. Smile!
One of the most charming videos I've seen in a long time. Thanks so much for sharing!
The candy red coating is honestly to die for
I cant get enough of that glossy sheen!
I agree with you 💯
probably toxic
You mean to dye for! xD
@@recoswell yeah... like you. 🤪😜😁
this is scarily the first restoration video i've seen where the person actually uses a lead tester before doing anything
why does he need to test for led? is it toxic or something
@@erin-fk5du 👀 yes it is toxic thats why you had to have professionals remove lead paint in older houses amd things like toys get recalled if they are found to have lead in them.
Other restoration guys have been doing this for a long time. There are plenty of videos showing it.
@@moshesheckel7369 i meant i had watched maybe 20-25 different restoration videos with old things that could contain lead in them but this was the first of all of them that used a lead tester. Or at least did so on camera
@@sesshomaruslover1 they most likely tested for lead off camera. Most of these restoration guys have been in the game for a very long time and I doubt they’d not know to do that
I’m fascinated by how many cool tools and machines this guy has in his shop, every video there’s some new specific sander or something. So cool!
Beautiful colors for the machine and thank you for taking the time to make the candy too!!
Ok, so much to unpack here:
I am a huge fan of the My Mechanics channel so when I decided to watch this video, with no knowledge at all of your channel, I did so with reluctance and low expectations ... I've never been so wrong about anything in my life.
The amount of tools in your shop is amazing. Powdered coat paint?? Wow, just wow.
Lighting, multiple angles, high definition footage, no talking, real sounds, appropriate speed up footage, superb editing, incredible attention to detail, plus dude learned to make hard candy at the end and demonstrated how this device actually works vs. ending the video at the completion of the finished, restored product ... I'm speechless.
The icing on the cake? How devout My Mechanics followers spotted how you pay him homage by stating, "I'll make a new one".
I smiled the entire time I saw the candy being rolled out the other end. You sir have earned a new subscriber. Mad respect.
Welcome to his very loyal fan club! He’s AMAZING!!!
Yes. This comment. All of it.
NOT TO MENTION - 55 million views on a vido about a candy machine restoration WOW
Only e replies?
I make a new one
A real life Santa’s workshop♥️
I can’t tell you how badly i want that. It was perfection! The colour. The shine. The smooth motion!
Plus, lollies!
I remember hearing there was a small candy company that still uses those old crank machines but I can’t remember what it was called!
Lofty pursuits
@@melissaphillis7247 Yup, their videos are great...and another fun thing: they also have a Mills Candy Drop Roller.
Потрясающе! На это можно смотреть бесконечно!
I love how much attention you have to every single detail. It really inspires me to consider where I can bring excellence into the small areas of my life that are easily overlooked
Machine probably didn't even look that good when it was manufactured.
They design/assemble it their way, you come along and show them how it's supposed to be done! 👏
This tool is very good but this is the first time I've seen it, thank you your work is amazing
Hi verified guy
@@hasbenyek5370 hii
why put a "but" if there isn't a "but"
the proper way of saying it would be
"this tool is very good AND this is the first time i've ever seen it"
😂
@@mynamejeff4440 Why do you not eat lead?
Lead being mondo toxic. A lot of stuff made before the mid 1900s are chock full of the stuff.
I always come back to this channel whenever I just need to relax, the other restoration channels just don't hit the same. Your work is the best!
That was so relaxing to watch. And what a craftsman great video candy at the end! 🙂
That was incredible!!! Loved it!!! Being a 3rd generation candy maker, this almost made me cry! Well done!!
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