Single Piston Bugle Part 2- Re-shaping a bell, 6/4/23, band instrument repair

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  • @cdnaudioguy
    @cdnaudioguy ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've watched all your videos, but getting the wrinkles out of that bell was true artistry! Nice work, sir!

  • @tommywood2983
    @tommywood2983 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome man but you can never explain skill and experience!!!!! God bless you and your family Brother!!!!

  • @MoarCheeseBirb
    @MoarCheeseBirb ปีที่แล้ว +19

    This channel shows the beautiful part of the internet and youtube. We get to see video of a niche and old profession being practiced, something we would probably never see without this tool. Every video is a treat for me, love these!

  • @ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm
    @ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    top job - i worked in a brass factory making shower arms and heads = cut bend trim and roll solder everything with silver solder ! now a hobby jewellery maker 9ct is very brassie ! great fun and top video with craftsman ship !

  • @nikolajskrabelj4503
    @nikolajskrabelj4503 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Young boy , brilliant work .

  • @hijmestoffels5171
    @hijmestoffels5171 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice Westoration!

  • @denis-christiangaillard2172
    @denis-christiangaillard2172 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's not a repair, it's a miracle !!!! what a nice job , Denis from south France

  • @chrispools
    @chrispools 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    i have zero interest in trumpets, horns etc, but watching a craftsman do this is fantastic. Well done sir

  • @beachcouple1741
    @beachcouple1741 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impressive! 👍

  • @lindalewis3955
    @lindalewis3955 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impressive work!

  • @hectorprieto2136
    @hectorprieto2136 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful job. Enviable

  • @luc5731
    @luc5731 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great work 👍

  • @nanettebarling1222
    @nanettebarling1222 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We had single piston horns in the "60's" in Drum and Bugle Corps. Then they went to the piston and rotor horns. That's some thick brass!

  • @russellesimonetta9071
    @russellesimonetta9071 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting.

  • @papac8509
    @papac8509 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fascinating, and impressive.

  • @jerrybot3000
    @jerrybot3000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favourite metal shaping ASMR.

  • @mikezimmermann89
    @mikezimmermann89 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Mr. Lee - I’m amazed at not only the things you can do to achieve your restorations, but at how much I’ve learned about your line of work by watching your videos and listening to your comments concerning what you’re doing, and WHY you’re doing it.
    As you’ve worked your way through the challenges of this horn, I’ve found myself anticipating your comments and techniques. As someone who had no knowledge of (or particular interest in) band instrument repair until a few months ago, I find that development in me truly astounding (especially since I watch your videos purely for entertainment)!
    CONGRATULATIONS not only on your fine work, but on your ability to teach, train, and inform. It makes me very happy to see this kind of tradecraft being passed on. I’ll never repair a band instrument myself, but I think I might be able to do a “passible” repair on something if I walked into your shop, you handed me a lightly damaged horn and said, “Go on, fix it!”

  • @lucasloria4895
    @lucasloria4895 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are the Best My Friends!!

  • @LEGrease
    @LEGrease ปีที่แล้ว

    Great camera work from Miss K!

  • @BadBobV65
    @BadBobV65 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your work always amazes me.
    I wish I could have had you repair my 1911 Holton cornet!

  • @My-Nickel
    @My-Nickel ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The shaft on my roller was bent, And my doctor said there was a pill for that. Thank you for the video sir!

  • @s2snider
    @s2snider หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had no idea all those wrinkles would just vanish. Amazing!

  • @kennethconnors5316
    @kennethconnors5316 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Its really cool seeing how this mess changes to so much better

  • @billsargent3407
    @billsargent3407 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd not thought that was salvageable I've saved some cruddy brass, that won the contest Wow....!

  • @Jasonj___8
    @Jasonj___8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome Wes you are the Yoda of all things brass and musical 👍👍👍🎺

  • @scottlife1697
    @scottlife1697 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never ceases to amaze me how you can take instruments that look like there is no hope for and restore them to almost new again. That old girl's gonna have some scars for the rest of her days, but now they are just character and not old injuries.

  • @johnwilliams1091
    @johnwilliams1091 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your shop is looking great!

  • @keithgloyns9814
    @keithgloyns9814 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    fantastic video yet again and well done, to your camera person well done as well you keep a good perspective on the you work

  • @arnhemseptember2009
    @arnhemseptember2009 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done!!

  • @sylvaind9086
    @sylvaind9086 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! That's amazing work Wes!😯👍

  • @Meister1551
    @Meister1551 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another masterful repair job. You da man Wes...

  • @lindawallace6750
    @lindawallace6750 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    COOL JOB !!

  • @FranktheDachshund
    @FranktheDachshund 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I did not think those little creases were going to roll out, amazing. You make it look easy.

  • @losmarcon
    @losmarcon ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome job, incredible how you turned it back to it's good old days, great video, thanks for sharing

  • @lotsabirds
    @lotsabirds ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really dig watching a master at work! Great job!

  • @samellowery
    @samellowery ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love watching the metalworking that brings these instruments back to playable condition.

  • @blewsy8223
    @blewsy8223 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thoroughly enjoyed this video.

  • @excavatoree
    @excavatoree ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent work, with excellent video recording to document it. I saw Mr. Lee do it, but it still looks like magic.

  • @StrokerAce78
    @StrokerAce78 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been picking guitars a long time now. Never even held a brass instrument before. But I love these videos, this fella is amazing at what he does!

    • @kristimiller-lee2338
      @kristimiller-lee2338 ปีที่แล้ว

      He is also a fine finger picker. You can try his performance channel Wes Lee Music Official. He retired from performance after Covid shutdown. Thanks for watching.

  • @dnixon8767
    @dnixon8767 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really enjoy watching the master at work. Thanks for posting.

  • @wickedcabinboy
    @wickedcabinboy ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very nicely done. I also thought that bell was beyond repair. You are without question a master craftsman. I look forward to your completing this project.

  • @bradjohnson9671
    @bradjohnson9671 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nicer job on the bell restoration. That old Slingerland appears to be a French horn used in a Drum and Bugle Corp. Now days they use 3 valve versions and regular style trumpets. Back when I did the DC thing, we had two valve horns, one rotor and one piston valve. I believe the thickness of the brass was due to a coup[e reasons, one was it was mot expensive to manufacture thinner brass stock and it was more delicate to work with. Another reason is these were marching instruments used in competitions, as such you really need to project to the tops of the stands. A more rigid bell projected better than a thin, more resonate one. Sure brings back old memories... I have an Olds Ultratone soprano (key of G) of the same model I played back in the day, I still play it once in a while..

  • @sgsax
    @sgsax ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really impressive work on that crushed bell. Looks better than new now. Thanks for sharing!

  • @timsherman2164
    @timsherman2164 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wes you are a true craftsman. Simply amazing work!!!

  • @jerebigler7520
    @jerebigler7520 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Always amazing to watch you do your magic on these beat up, seemingly hopeless horns. Perseverance seems ro be key but, without your exceptional talent, it would all be for naught. Miss Kaye's camera work is excellent as well. Thanks for sharing.

  • @guataco
    @guataco ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job, nice filming

  • @Barnagh1
    @Barnagh1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fascinating work. I’m amazed at the amount of physical effort involved.

  • @lancecluster
    @lancecluster ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice repair. Always a nice watch.

  • @SatansLtlBaby
    @SatansLtlBaby ปีที่แล้ว +1

    its not boring wes. its quite satisfying to see the dents and wrinkles get worked out.

  • @claybair4904
    @claybair4904 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I work copper and silver . Repose is what I do . I truly understand what you do . You KNOW how to work the metal . I have made a three inch cowboy hat out of 18 gauge copper sheet all stretch and shrink no cutting .It is sitting on the head of a bust I made with it . You are the MAN !

  • @jeffskogley7139
    @jeffskogley7139 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Totally amazing! I thought that bell was toast, but your patience and skilled work returned it to the proper shape. Even more amazing to me, the wrinkles all but disappeared.

  • @jreinel1966
    @jreinel1966 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This videos are very enjoyable to wash..!

  • @rheidtech
    @rheidtech ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow. Thats amazing.

  • @aurejones9546
    @aurejones9546 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. Never seen anything quite like it. I was sure getting the bulk of the damage out would still leave it looking wrinkled around the bell. Great job.

  • @Alan2E0KVRKing
    @Alan2E0KVRKing ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You did an amazing job on that! Quality work as always!

  • @jackienelson5804
    @jackienelson5804 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vertical wonderfule job

  • @alannakennedy5273
    @alannakennedy5273 ปีที่แล้ว

    ReshapIng is fascinatingly and looks relaxing to do

  • @Gavosh1977
    @Gavosh1977 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are a real artist, amazed as ever to see such a battered musical instrument become usable again

  • @paulchapin4472
    @paulchapin4472 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's fascinating to watch a pro and see the improvements in real time. As a baritone player in my youth I understand how dents happen. Now I can see how they're removed.

  • @benloyd1970
    @benloyd1970 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is not at all boring to watch. An artist at work.

  • @richardhoffman9729
    @richardhoffman9729 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You do such amazing work. I thought that you could never get that bell back in shape, let alone make it like new.

  • @apfelsnutz
    @apfelsnutz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So sorry to hear you've quit working on customers from out of area... I'm a professional horn player from Ca. and see you do wonderful work ! I've got a Conn RS that hit the floor sliding off the dressing room counter while I was getting ready to play Mahler 2nd sym. with San Diego sym., that's been needing repair for years. Love to have you do the work... Super Video ! I'll be watching...

  • @MartiWise
    @MartiWise ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing!! You are a true master of your craft!! I am enthralled with every step you take and I admire your tools and your ability to know exactly what to do!! I wish I lived closer so I could use your services!!

  • @M21L35
    @M21L35 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've always been intrigued by a true craftsman's demonstrated abilities....whether it be a watch repairman, a bass fisherman, or an accomplished, knowledgeable mechanic. I appreciate seeing things being restored to their former glory, & successful techniques bringing proven results thru the finesse of an expert in their particular field of expertise.

  • @davesmith9325
    @davesmith9325 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The enormous skill you have built up shines from this. Amazing work

  • @TheWmiller8
    @TheWmiller8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not boring to watch. See someone rescue performance arts and instruments is awesome work. Love the history research

  • @disturbedmaynard3873
    @disturbedmaynard3873 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Now that looked like a workout. I thought there were going to be some faint wrinkle lines, but it looks great where all that was.

  • @saturday35
    @saturday35 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing craftsmanship and skill!

  • @theoldbigmoose
    @theoldbigmoose ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You sir are incredible! Amazed how many special tools you require, and you are a master of them all.

  • @CraigRodmellMusic
    @CraigRodmellMusic ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Amazing stuff! I've been looking forward to this one ever since Part 1 came out. And it did not disappoint!

  • @Joe___R
    @Joe___R ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Normalizing metal is done to reduce the grain size. Annealing is done to soften and relieve stress in the metal.

  • @mlh10475
    @mlh10475 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a way to end a Sunday! Amazing work!

  • @cperez1263
    @cperez1263 ปีที่แล้ว

    Positively not boring to watch. Well done. Thanks for sharing your craft.

  • @centurion2185
    @centurion2185 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Privilege to watch you work your magic !

  • @robertblake7145
    @robertblake7145 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would also make a great orthopaedic surgeon. We have an adage in our profession…”If it’s broken we fix it!” So enjoyed your video and the precision touch. Not sure all the robotics in surgery give that same feel. They came in after my retirement, best, Bob MD

  • @done.apodaca6049
    @done.apodaca6049 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This channel is so underrated.

  • @selmer1971
    @selmer1971 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job my friend Wes!

  • @renis6855
    @renis6855 ปีที่แล้ว

    Круто у тебя все получается мужик, я думал все это безнадежно , молодец !

  • @garybrady9531
    @garybrady9531 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's a gorgeous horn

  • @Positive22i
    @Positive22i ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome

  • @marcireale
    @marcireale 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Watching you roll that bell was like watching Bob Ross paint.

  • @porschesg
    @porschesg 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing work

  • @MikeT
    @MikeT ปีที่แล้ว

    That cleaned up great

  • @rickheckbert2423
    @rickheckbert2423 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am always amazed at people who find a need, become an expert in that need and then spend a career filling it. I did have a question - I realize some of these instruments are irreplaceable or nearly so but you have to make a living! It must cost a fortune in your labor to repair an instrument to this extent. Is it worth it because of the age/scarcity of the horn or is it something that is sentimental to the owner and no cost is too high? In the end are you spending a fortune on a few-hundred dollar horn? I'd also love to hear you talk about how you "finish" an instrument, particularly a brass one, versus how they were finished at the factory and maybe talk about how a factory can turn out so many, given all the labor involved in your finishing one. Are their processes automated or machine versus human processes? Thanks for letting us in to your shop and allowing us to peek over your shoulder so to speak.

  • @BulusFamily-ol3rb
    @BulusFamily-ol3rb ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing tools

  • @robertbelardo7087
    @robertbelardo7087 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow, you are an artisan with the way you are able to fix the instrument

  • @Александр-п1л8ш
    @Александр-п1л8ш ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍👍👍

  • @Quadstriker
    @Quadstriker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That’s an incredible result

  • @TiagoOliveira-mg7ws
    @TiagoOliveira-mg7ws ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maravilhoso esse trabalho ficou top.parabens 😮

  • @fireantsarestrange
    @fireantsarestrange ปีที่แล้ว

    You may have not known this but in the old days of DCI that is what the Soprano's had and most of the other horns had as well. Only one valve. They later changed up to 2 valves and now they use standard B flat 3 valves. But what your holding there is an original Corp horn. My Drum Corp had a couple of these things sitting around in the main office and they would let us play around on them for kicks. We had the 2 valve G ones.

  • @young10.25
    @young10.25 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job

  • @bradpix51
    @bradpix51 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sir... YOU ARE AWESOME.

  • @erniearruda8861
    @erniearruda8861 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been there done that ,laying pipe all night long😅Did you ever try doing old Bosey and Hawkes Imperial tubas(80 year olds) now that’s a hell of a work out on doing that thick marine brass quality horns. Especially here in Canada those where most common manufacture of brass instruments we get due to British style military bands

  • @phooesnax
    @phooesnax ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic job! You are for sure an expert and have a very well equipped shop.
    As a dyi guy I only work on saxes. You do a great job
    Nice video work too :-0)

  • @nanettebarling1222
    @nanettebarling1222 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I played a french horn that looked like that.

  • @clutchnshift1
    @clutchnshift1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice!

  • @ElijahLow-c5e
    @ElijahLow-c5e ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3:26 my reaction when i worked on my first chinese horn, those are tough

  • @mikerichards6311
    @mikerichards6311 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👏🏻👍

  • @paulomeyer3900
    @paulomeyer3900 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👏👏👏👏

  • @goldenrxq1608
    @goldenrxq1608 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can a very small light scratch / scuff be removed from my silver plated tenor sax ? I was wondering if that was possible without making it look worse ? I have been watching your videos and I am very Impressed !!!!! Do you have a page that describes all of your services ? Thanks. Keith