1933 French Hand Cranked Grinder - Restoration
Restoring an old french hand cranked grinder from Val D'or , very possibly dating from 1933.
As the title suggests, I restored this wonderful and complex tool. My dear friend from OTND Restoration channel sent me.
I started the restoration, by disassembly, as usual. As I have seen in other restorations of the same tool, I expected the sprockets to be simple, attached only to the holes in the gearbox. I was very surprised when I opened the gearbox and saw that it also had ball bearings. That was the moment when I realized that this restoration is a bit more complex, but at the same time even more satisfying. This restoration video is a little longer than I usually do, but I did it to make the work satisfying for you. Apart from asmr restoration, you will see many things restored using hands, others being restored with the help of the lathe. You will also see sandblasting, powder coating, making new parts on the lathe machine , diamond dressing grinding wheel , making new parts on the milling machine and etching brass for making a new name plate for this beautiful tool.
I worked with pleasure as I do every time, and this will be seen in the video. I hope you enjoy both , video editing and restoration.
I also want to thank you for your patience in waiting for my videos and thank you for giving me love in your comments. Cheers , David !
#handcrankedgrinder #grinderrestoration #restorationvideos
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I just wanted to stay thank you for your videos. I have anxiety that gets worst before falling asleep or even, like now, middle of the night, I wake up, my brain goes haywire, and I found that watching your videos calms me down. I don't worry, I don't stress as much. I just enjoy the process. So thank you
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy my videos. Be well Sara 😊
To think that it is still functional even before being restored. This is what I call quality. Quality products last a lifetime.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
True 👌
@Cocain3KittyToo
Ай бұрын
Agreed
My dad had a rusty grinder almost like this. Would send hours as a kid in his workshop sharpening anything I could get my hands on. Really brings back memories. Now it lies hidden away in a cupboard... Would love to restore it one day and display it with pride in my workshop. Thank you for the video! Your work is amazing.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much and glad you liked it Mawio 😊
Love watching your restorations! No BS chattering or annoying music. Just the sounds of tools! This grinder came out beautifully!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Күн бұрын
Thanks a lot again 😊
This is more than just a restoration, this is turning an everyday object into a piece of art.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark 😊
@mejsjalv
Жыл бұрын
Answers the question of "how did this thing looked and worked when it was new". Some stuff from about 100 years ago was pretty complex technology. Hand cranked and otherwise human powered machines tend to be quite interesting.
@user-nb1ct3cz8u
11 ай бұрын
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This is fantastic, also I really appreciated the editing that went into this where you reassembled the mechanism and housing before going back to the wheel, absolutely brilliant as always!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much and glad you liked it 😊
Wow, now this is a work of art. I have such a soft spot for analog tools, and to have this in my workshop would be a dream. Masterfully done!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Georgia 😊 yeah , is a unique item and works like a charm 👌 glad you liked it
one of the coolest restorations. I kept whispering "that's so cool" many times as I watched. So clean and perfect!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for that 😊
This video is very satisfying. I'm waiting for your opinions in the comments and I will answer you all ! Cheers !!
@duanewillis7058
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing work as usual. You sir, are a pro.
@youjusthavebeenrickrolled7905
2 жыл бұрын
Where do you even get all this old stuff, do you get it from junkyard or do you buy it ?
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Some I bought , some I found . In this case I bought it from France and OTND sent it to me.
@AlvaroLucard
2 жыл бұрын
I think you're going to sleep on the sofa again. 😉
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
Dang. And here I was feeling proud of myself replacing the spray thing in my sink. Now I just feel outdone. In all seriousness, this looks gorgeous! Wonderful job as always.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Pengun 😊
You are a braver man than me, dressing the wheel on your lathe. 😃
You promised an exceptional resto and you sure delivered an exceptional resto. Very well done once again.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much mate 😊👍🏻
This is the best Restoration Channel on KZread. Thank you for your videos. Thanks for not showing us your pets, not doing "magic tricks", not taking a break to drink something, actually restoring the object, and more. Your channel should be called Better Than New Restoration, because that's what you really do. I cannot praise your work enough. Please do not change.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott and glad you liked it so much 😊 I try my best every time and I hope to not disappoint
The restored version looks absolutely splendid! I appreciate your hard work on restoring these items!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
Have been watching through your restorations from the oldest to the newest. This so far has been the best you have done. The result was fantastic. That grinder is now a thing of beauty. Well done.
@CoolAgainRestoration
8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much Rodney and glad you enjoyed 😊
Morning coffee and restoration videos...the cornerstone of any nutritious breakfast
@CoolAgainRestoration
8 ай бұрын
Thanks and glad you enjoy my videos 😊
I love every single video you post-- satisfying or not just the fact that you know how to restore literally ANYTHING and know how all the vintage things work. truly fascinating!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Samantha 😊
Absolutely SUPERIOR restoration. Simply outstanding!. It works perfectly and is incredible! Looks too good to use. BRAVO.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Prof J 😊
The lathe machine working is the most satisfying part.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Indeed 👌
If every thing created like this, nothing will end in dustbin Thank you for your hard work, brilliant and always satistifying
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks and glad you liked it so much 😊
It was so complex that at times I wasn't able to keep track what was happening. And that is a GOOD thing! Awesome restoration, as always 👍
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Arnav 😊
I love your content. It's always relaxing and inspiring. 🥰🥰🥰
Powder coating is the absolute best way to paint. You did amazing
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Yeah , it is! Thanks a lot Tonia 😊
Without a doubt a concourse restoration. That grinder was never that beautiful looking when it was fresh from the manufacturer. Great job!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Gary and glad you liked it 😊
Your resto's keep amazing me! The amount of skills, and level of proficiency you posess, is incredible. I love seeing the different approaches between you and your restoration "colleagues" here on youtube - The slight differences are interesting, especially seeing how you all end up with amazing results. Another factor I love, is seeing all the different kinds of old equipment; Items that aren't made anymore, not to mention the rugged quality of stuff made to last, compared to our modern plastic equivalents, is really cool. Can't wait to see all the projects you have to share in the future! Thank you, and good luck in the next ones!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much buddy ! You are so kind saying that. Thanks again 😊
I love how you not only restore but improve on the original. Beautiful work!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot man 😊
I love the way you restore items and how you have all or enough machinery to make and restore parts properally
@CoolAgainRestoration
Күн бұрын
Thanks a lot for being here every time 🤗 cheers
You are by far the best restorer I’ve seen. There is nothing you can’t recreate from scratch. Incredible skills. Thank you and keep up the great work.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Matthew 😊
Another excellent restoration you did there 👌👌👌 and great job for getting it to more better functional Hand Cranked Grinder💪
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
That turned out absolutely gorgeous, dude! A fantastic piece to use for years to come! Please keep up this excellent work and videography! You are doing a fantastic job! 🍻🤘💜
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it Andy . Many thanks 😊
MAN. The roller press . How cool. Love the right tools 🛠️
@CoolAgainRestoration
10 ай бұрын
Thank a lot Ralph and glad you enjoyed 😊
Really appreciable! I wonder whether this hand grinder would have looked as new when sold first as it does now! Hats off to the restorer!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed 😊
I always watch these and your restorations always blow me away. Between your custom parts and patience on the work, it's just a great combo!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks man and Glad you follow me 🥰 cheers !
I really love the care and attention you gave to every single part. So much work and it shows that hard work pays off. The end result is so beautiful. Great restoration 👏 👏
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much buddy 😊
Great!!!! I like the part with small repairs the most! Actually, all parts!!!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Flavia and thanks because you write me every time 😊
Man ! Another 2hrs relaxing to watch your craft!
An incredible in depth restoration as always but honestly, the simplicity yet skilled nameplate recreation blew me away. Amazing job!!! 👍👍👍
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊
Well this grinder is definitely cool again! 😄 fantastic job mate, this is one of my favorite restoration videos and it was definitely worth the wait!
at 1:55 its good to see someone else who knows what the flats are used for on a screwdriver shaft , and i love this resto
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked Earnie 😊thanks
Love the touch of brass decision. Really makes the tool pop.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks James and glad you liked it 😊
Espetacular restauração !!! Ganharia o primeiro prêmio em qualquer competição que participasse. Receba nossos calorosos cumprimentos diretos do Brazil !
Another perfect restoration. Thank you for sharing it. Keep up the fantastic work.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 😊
This parts are felling as a day at the spa when restored by you. All oiled in all the spots and sand masaged. A real treatment
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
True 😃😃 I want this treatment too 😅 lol
You make every step look so easy, so enjoyable to watch you bring things back to life.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it Dave 😊
Outstanding work! Really the care for the tiniest details is sooo awesome! :D And always carefully dodging the reflections XD
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. In next video I think I will reveal my face 🤣
Великолепно! Без слов. Блестящая работа. Просто невозможно оторвать глаза за работой. Спасибо за видик. Успех в дальнейшем. 👍👍👍
Such amazing restoration. 👍👍
@CoolAgainRestoration
8 ай бұрын
Thank you very much 👍
Amazing job buddy, especially on label production. How long has it been soaked in a ferric chloride bath?
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Radek! It was soaked in chloride about 30 minutes but depend how deep you want the etching and depend what temperature it is the chloride solution. I preheated mine at 40 degree
@VeradonaRestoration
Жыл бұрын
@@CoolAgainRestoration Thanks for the info David , I always wanted to try it :)
Beautiful outcome! 😍 Love it!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
Talk about precise measurements! Dude Added more steel/metal to that crank handle!! SKILLL!! Just slid in without a hassle with that clamp.
I appreciate your surfacing work. Lots of softened edges is great for hand tools.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott 😊
I really appreciate people like you who bring new life to these old items, you did a great job with this!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Alkkladtia 😊
Thank you for giving life to this 89 year old bed ridden hand cranked grinder. You gave this grinder a chance. You made it look like it came straight out of the factory fresh out of the oven. Keep on grinding @Cool Again Restoration, lol. This is a message from a fellow subscriber.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much my dear subscriber 😊 cheers 🍻
You got the hand-operated grinder looking like new, and it works like a charm as well. Great work.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much George 😊
I can imagine people restauring your machines you used to restore other machines with advanced machines.
I said it before, you are one of a kind, your restoration's are beyond my imagination. Keep up the good work, well done friend!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Mustafa 😊👌
👍 сейчас будем посмотреть
was going to eat my lunch alone a work. saw there's a new video of cool again. you just made my day significantly brighter
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it buddy. Thank you very much 😊
Well this is a premium restoration! I didn't realize when 24 minutes had passed!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy
Question.... when you use the lathe and take a little off a part, does this not make a difference when if goes back together?
@jamedatkinson594
2 жыл бұрын
Had a hard time enjoying the rest of video after watching this. Should have spray welded it to build up metal. Then turned it down to right size. Just because it looks good does not mean it was done right. I am being very critical but this is what they do for a job.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Hi @I’m right you’re wrong! Normally yes but depend where that part goes after. In my case, that parts was not damaged if I take it a little of material. I read it what Jamed wrote and he has right. But not in this case. Where needed to remove some material ( I removed to the gear where the handle is attached) for making it smaller and to can add a bush after. I attached the bush to the handle and after that they fit perfectly.
@imrightyourewrong6274
Жыл бұрын
@@CoolAgainRestoration thanks 👍🏼
@whatdoyouthinktodd
Жыл бұрын
@@CoolAgainRestoration I'm going to say BS you removed material off the shaft on the first gear which made it smaller It is now not going to fit as intended by the manufacturer You're just playing wrong admit it yeah you have nice tools but you certainly don't know what you're doing when it comes to machining or at least you don't know about allowable tolerances I don't know maybe they do something different on the other side of the world but I've been machining parts for over 30 years in states and not how it works here if you do something like that here it's called a Chicago rebuild maybe you should have just painted the damn thing and sent it on its way would have been tighter.
@Emily-lk1mf
Жыл бұрын
@@whatdoyouthinktodd I mean he did just explain that he added a bushing to make up for the lost material but reading comprehension doesnt seem to be your strong suit lol
wonderful restoration! the handle crank looks like it was cast, I've heard that cast iron needs to be pre-heated before it can be safely welded, does this matter for a small object like this where the entire section is heated by the welding or did you pre heat it off screen? I really like that you added a brass core so that you didn't have to remake the wooden handle.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
It was hand forged 👍🏻
Honestly I wouldn’t have restored it this good! Like you are honestly so good it takes away from the patina of the piece!! You are too good at what you do😂😂
@CoolAgainRestoration
3 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊
Your skill and patience are inspiring. I'm new to your channel but I am enjoying your work so much. Watching you save something that would otherwise be trashed because it is old is a balm for my soul.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks again 😊
So is it a 1933 grinder, or a 1950 grinder
Enjoyed every part till you had the juice for your wife that was acid. Admittedly a joke for you, but personally I never make my wife look anything but loved to anyone, no matter how “funny” it might look at first.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob and glad you liked it. 5 minutes ago I talked on what’s app with a subscriber from 🇺🇸 USA . He told me about that sentence . He was grow up in Europe and now he live in USA and told me there is not the same sense of humour like here. I don’t say there is bad and here is good. Just is different. No offence to any wife or women, I love my wife and 5 months ago she gave me a beautiful daughter but here we can make jokes about us.
@bobdavis5216
2 жыл бұрын
@@CoolAgainRestoration Congratulations on becoming a Dad! Agree that humor is different from place to place. Looking at how things start, such as why the married man cheated on his wife, or say how did the once loving marriage fail, it seems that it didn’t just happen suddenly but came about over time, lots of small things,little things that didn’t seem to matter. That’s why I made the comment. All the best,Bob
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Bob 👍🏻
Greetings from denmark have a nice day 🤗🤗
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Elena 🤗 have a nice day too 😊
So good. I watch these videos in bed at night. They help me put the day away.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy them 😊
That was amazing, I love just laying in bed and watching these satisfying videos of yours.
@CoolAgainRestoration
10 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot Cooper 😊 glad you enjoyed
Very very nicely done and very therapeutic to watch. I LOVE the no talking and zero music. Makes it very enjoyable.
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot and glad you enjoyed so much 😊
Really like that you don't resort to deliberately damaging a project by immersing it in moisture, of whatever source. You take what you find and make it better. Your attention to detail shines through, as usual. Well done Sir 👏
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for these kind words 😊
I want to tell you that everything you touch becomes new, I admire and appreciate you for everything you do, it is a great pleasure to follow your restorations. Sorry if I have grammatical mistakes.
@CoolAgainRestoration
11 ай бұрын
No problem for your grammatical mistakes , dar poți vorbi și in românește 😅
@adriancristianiepure9924
11 ай бұрын
@@CoolAgainRestoration 😯😯😊😊 m-ai lasat putin mai mult surprins pt ca nu ma asteptam sa fim conationali si iti spun din suflet ca ma faci orgolios sa spun ca- ci sunt roman. Acest lucru il spun pt ca ma surprins atelierul, aparatele si sculele pe care le deti si de asemenea piesele pt restaurat. Inca o data te felicit pt tot cea ce faci si esti minunat in tot ce restaurezi.
@CoolAgainRestoration
11 ай бұрын
Multumesc frumos 👍🍻
I am sincerely impressed with the results of your work. Your attention to detail is phenomenal.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Terry 😊
Wow, so much better than how it came from the factory! The time and attention you give to every detail, is amazing. And so is your knowledge about restoration. Looking foreward to more video's!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Willem 😊
My name is Mark my dad taught me to fabricate since I was little I'm 63 now and I'm glad to see some people still enjoy working with the roll,I use to make brake shoes for cars.my dad left a tool in the shop that puts a quarter inch crease in metal as you roll around the part to stiffen it up and makes it more rigid do you know the name of this tool I've used it alot I think it's invaluable,but I never learned everything about metal ,I'll never match him,but I did learn cnc,brake,hydraulic drills welding,tig mig,silver soder,sheer,sand blast,I saw you doing some hand jogging with the cnc.i really appreciate watching you restore, it brought back memories,the stories I could tell.The one thing my dad taught me was to respect the tools you work with check and double check and you'll keep all you limbs. Good job on the video
@markboczar4052
Жыл бұрын
People don't realize when you working with metal you work with thousands of an inch I didn't see any calipers,did you eyeball all that, I know you didnt.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Oh,I have calipers : classic, digital, for lathe , for heights… your dad has right when he said to respect the tools 👏
CAR you turned that into a thing of beauty.. You make it look so easy, I wish I could hang around with you for awhile and learn some of your skills.. I think I'm going to watch this one again.. Well what's next, how about my 39 Chevy? Well CAR, you take care my friend, looking forward to your next video...
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Gary 😊 if I was close to you, definitely we can try to restore the Chevy in weekends, drinking a beer . Cheers mate
So happy I found your channel
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that 😊
What an incredible restoration! I’m in awe of your skilled craftsmanship and painstaking attention to detail. Restorations are truly a labour of love! It’s obvious you love what you do! 😊🇨🇦
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Phil 😊
Hi mister brilliant restoration i very much liked the restoration good job well done friend
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Vince 😊👍🏻
I love your attention to detail. You not only restore it to new condition..you restore it to BETTER than new condition. I love it!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much 😊😎
very well done. the name plate remake was remarkable
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it 😊
Крутая реставрация!!!👍👍👍👍👍
i really do enjoy your videos a lot because unlike many restoration channels, you seem to really care for the history and meaning behind each item youre restoring. you arent making a new thing, you are RESTORING something to its former glory and thats wonderful :] keep it up!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks man and glad you liked it . I try my best every time. You would enjoy my next video because I preserved all the characters 👌 cheers
¡Extraordinario trabajo, cómo cuándo salió de la fábrica! Saludos desde Honduras.
@CoolAgainRestoration
7 ай бұрын
Saludos my friend 🇭🇳👍
I love sandblasting! So satisfying..... It's great watching you breathe new life into these old relics! That was a wicked restoration.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot
Вот это я понимаю "Руки из плеч!" супер крутая работа! Жду с нетерпением новых восстановлений!
@CoolAgainRestoration
11 ай бұрын
Today I will post new video 👍
These videos are my favorite online (to give context: i am a 25 yo woman) This is the only asmr i enjoy too Thanks for all the work behind these videos ❤
@CoolAgainRestoration
11 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot Laure 😊
I like watching this kind of video. Love you sir ❤😘
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Amit 😊👍🏻
Un restauro perfetto. Complimenti all'esecutore. La classe non é acqua.
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Grazie Francesco 😊
The restoration is cool. Again. Thank you. ☺
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot 😊
respects to this guy he can restore almost everything 😀👍
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
At least I try 😅
Amo las restauraciones de herramientas antiguas, me parecen muy curiosas como el hombre se daba ideas para mejorar.
Great job bringing this back to life!!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Jameson 😊
Superb restoration, thank you for sharing
The Lathe, is always a mesmerizing Thing to Watch...1️⃣🔧🥹
Very cool! And yes I completely agree...a very satisfying video! Thank you!
@CoolAgainRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it Nick 😊
I’m obsessed with all your videos! I find them so relaxing, love to watch them when I’m winding down for the day 😌 you have such a nice video style and way of story telling!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Many Thanks Joanna , nice to read this kind of comments. Thanks again 😊
Liked that you went the extra step with the filler and the powder coating finished it off perfectly
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it 😊
I love vintage items!
@CoolAgainRestoration
Жыл бұрын
Me too
La marque " Val d’or " m’a surpris ... j’aurais pas été étonné de voir Peugeot ! Une autre chose qui fait plaisir , c’est de voir travailler quelqu’un qui sait travailler et qui utilise les outils adaptés à ce qu’il a à faire . On voit trop de vidéos de restauration où le gars fait n’importe quoi n’importe comment .
Спасибо за хороший отдых вам.! Вот смотришь вас В прям правда приятно видеть такие работы, как у вас…! ❤