Restoring Trench Art Lighter from WWI - Book Lighter Restoration
Head to squarespace.com/oddtinkering to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code ODDTINKERING In this video I'll restore a trech art lighter shaped like a book from World War I. The lighter was handmade by someone during the war. It was not designed to have the wick and cotton replaced because it was soldered shut. I desoldered the triangle pieces of copper to remove the "hinge" and then I desoldered teh bottom of teh fuel tank to remove the cotton and old wick.
I cleaned most of the oxidation off with vinegar. Then the parts were sanded with multiple grits of sandpaper up to 2000 grits and polished with a buffing wheel. New wick and cotton were inserted and I made a new hinge to replace the old one. All the pieces were soldered back on using a heat gun. When using a heat gun it's important to make sure other solders on the part don't meltand all the parts don't fall off.
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For those who might be wondering : Souvenir de Lorraine means memory from Lorraine. Lorraine is a region located in the North East of France, which means the lighter was probably made by a french dude, or as we call them : Poilu (it means hairy because they couldn't shave). There are many trench art lighters that were made, sadly most of them have been destroyed or lost, but some are family treasure. Especially in Alsace (a region that was part of the Nazi Germany) because that's were most of the war in France took place. (Forgive my poor English, as it is not my first language)
@achewy7700
Жыл бұрын
rest assured, your english was very clear and i loved this comment! it was very insightful :)
@olibiew7550
Жыл бұрын
@@achewy7700 Aww thank you ^^
@fife8332
Жыл бұрын
I would never have guessed from this comment that English was not your native language, it is perfect. Is French your native language?
@binette2024
Жыл бұрын
Note : Germany did invade the French regions of Alsace and Lorraine (several times) but at the time of WWI, Germany wasn’t nazi !
@olibiew7550
Жыл бұрын
@@fife8332 It is
I love that he didn't go over the top working on this one. He kept it mostly the same, just cleaned it up, gave it a polish, replaced a pin and then just the normal things like cotton, wick and flint
@marklammas2465
Жыл бұрын
It was likely the maker of the lighter who went over the top. Since the lighter is still with us, he survived, presumably.
@mrsdatlast8874
Жыл бұрын
@@marklammas2465 very droll but I got the point going over the top to fight was such a waste of way too many lives and horrific for a few feet at a time. Edit spelling.
@dense331
Жыл бұрын
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@Severed552
7 ай бұрын
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@spicybeantofu
3 ай бұрын
You must be new here
'i wonder who will be replacing the cotton after the next 100 years' sounded so poetic, like a precious object that is going to live forever thanks to these kind of restorations ✨
Ducktor is such a great boss, supervising these great restorations.
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Жыл бұрын
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@BuriedFlame
Жыл бұрын
My first thought was "Ze implements of persuasion are ready, Master!"
@mortua_conjuga
Жыл бұрын
he's a great employer
@williamsanborn9195
Жыл бұрын
The Ducktor is such a good boss, he makes the manager at my last job look like a lazy bastard 🤣
You make repairing and restoring things look so relaxing, meanwhile I'm in a blind panic when I try to do anything of the sort
@pablitoclavounclavito383
Жыл бұрын
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@Thatboyjee_
Жыл бұрын
Yea lol I literally watch these to ease my mind
@DeadmeatDarkdaylight
Жыл бұрын
morning tea and this = perfection!
@oliverharvey3792
Жыл бұрын
Have some confidence in yourself ffs
@Shelbama22
Жыл бұрын
Oo lol
The fact that the lighter hadn't disintegrated beyond salvage is impressive in itself, awesome job on this!
@VanisherXP
Жыл бұрын
It's bronze. Oxidation on bronze is much more gentle than things like iron.
@DJTheMetalheadMercenary
Жыл бұрын
@@VanisherXP True.
The restoration was great to watch but I was distracted the entire time, thinking about that young man that owned it during the war, what would he be thinking seeing it being restored like this 100+ years later. Great video, well done all the way around. 👊
That's a cool book lighter, you don't see those every day. And amazing restoration, turned out much better than I expected 👍
@Residentevil1998racooncity
Жыл бұрын
Yeah especially how old it is and wasn't thrown out a long time ago
@pablitoclavounclavito383
Жыл бұрын
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@marklammas2465
Жыл бұрын
Not to be used for burning books!
@aldo970
Жыл бұрын
In my opinion he shouldnt have sanded the scratches those are war memories
@michelleblank2199
Жыл бұрын
@@marklammas2465 or was it? 🤔
Lovely, I always think a small part of someone lives on through their creations and you've just given some proud soldier another 100 years of legacy.
The level of attention to details! Vinegar instead of sandblasting, induction heating for steel bar, all top notch
Love how he got out an induction heater and used it to bend a steel bar...just to get the sides put back in place. Real attention to detail and quality there.
On the lighter is written "souvenir de Lorraine", which means "Memory of Lorraine". Lorraine is a region in France that was heavilly disputted betwen France and Prussia (or Germany) overs decades.
Copper is so satisfying to watch be restored, it's cool to see it go from dull and oxidized to shiny and new again.
@cobaltdragon7072
Жыл бұрын
oxidized copper has its charm too
@Babushkabongwatr
Жыл бұрын
@@cobaltdragon7072 copper patina is so pretty to look at
@blakestone625
Жыл бұрын
@@Babushkabongwatr I agree.
These videos are so bingwatchable, also gives me actually alot of inspiration to also learn and perform these kinds of restorations. Very unique and understandable to newbies, thanks
@michelerich1590
Жыл бұрын
omg i know. always just the right length, even good asmr
@brynshannon6692
Жыл бұрын
I actually did repair my PS4 controller due to inspiration from this guy. :o
@michelerich1590
Жыл бұрын
@@brynshannon6692 that's awesome. good on you
I am in love with this video. It combines two things I love: restorations and books. The fact that lighter is shaped like a gorgeous antique tome just made my day. It's beautiful.
I bet whoever made this would be so proud to see his creation working again all this time later.
Dude must have been an avid reader with this trench lighter. Glad it's seeing a good restoration after all these decades.
@pablitoclavounclavito383
Жыл бұрын
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'... Weren't designed to be replaceable' but that design won't stop me bc I have a heat gun 😂😂 Also especially loved the 'as bendy as an iPhone' XD I love watching your videos, it's so calming, it's fantastic to see what those things can look like again, and you've also inspired me start a few of my own little repairs and cleanings!
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@shirokage2182
Жыл бұрын
@[Redacted] (exactly lol)
104 years old thing brought back to life
its nice to see how nicely u handle things, this is a piece of history and seeing someone treating it respectfully makes me happy! :)
Beautiful restoration,who ever made the lighter had some talent,great conversation piece.keep doing what your doing and carry on 😎😎😎👍👍👍
@pablitoclavounclavito383
Жыл бұрын
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Wow ! I want a lighter like that and I don't even smoke ! That's how impressed I am . Amazing work
🔧 WOW! 🎖 An AMAZING Restoration!!! I loved the Induction Heater! Great Job!
This is an amazing piece of art! I'm so thankful there are people like you out there treating things like this with the respect they deserve.
That is an absolutely beautiful treasure! Your talent and craft have restored a memory of someone so long ago. Fantastic workmanship!
I've just started collecting and fixing old lighters, purely inspired by watching this channel! Thanks the guidance!
My stomach/organs have been giving me trouble recently so this is nose to watch to distract me from the pain :)) Keep up the good work babe 👍❤️
"I wonder who will be replacing the cotton after the next 100 years" this sentence destroyed me
That’s a beautiful lighter. It’s good to see you and the Ducktor.
@pablitoclavounclavito383
Жыл бұрын
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I enjoy watching you restore stuff. This book lighter from the trenches of WWI has become one of my new favorites.
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@barnabasmeszaros5334
Жыл бұрын
RACHY WHO ? Rachy my nuts
Another incredible restoration of a basket case item. It would be an honor to own that fine piece of trench art. Thank you for preserving it, and sharing your videos brother. God bless. Rev. D.
Ducktor prepared everything for the procedure! 👍
The ductor is making sure you're doing the right job. I heard he's fair but firm, like legendary boxing ref Joe Cotez
Where on earth did you find that? I'm always amazed at all the different states and items you restore.
@pablitoclavounclavito383
Жыл бұрын
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@barnabasmeszaros5334
Жыл бұрын
PAUL WALKER!!!!
@kenshiku
Жыл бұрын
A lot of things are sent to him, and i'm guessing he also goes to a lot of garage sales, or uses some sort of website to buy old used stuff, such as ebay.
I’m reading all quiet on the western front so this is a real nice treat for me thank you 🖤
The fact that its over 100 years old and doesn't crumble to dust on contact is frankly astounding
Had no idea trench art was a thing. Then again, they must have been really bored during the stand offs and quiet moments where they just stared eachother down.
The fact that theres people like you who can fix items that look far gone to looking brand new is a miracle! You have a magical gift!
Safety Tip: Don't wear latex gloves near an open flame. Unless you want the added joy of peeling burnt rubber off your skin after having been on fire.
6:45 sounds like a robotic scream and Im all for it Oddly satisfying for some reason
Fantastic job!!! I loved the Ducktor’s cameo!!!
i was just thinking, these past few days, 'it should be tine for an ODD Tinkering video-- i hope he's alright!' and bam! video in my sub box
I like watching your restore🥰
I like watching mr. Ducktor and his helper restoring such meaningful pieces. You have an amazing talent mr. Ducktor!
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Excellent restoration. Everything was done carefully to keep the lighter from being changed too much. Lovely work
It's nice there is a restoration channel that doesn't use an annoying soundtrack while doing the restoration
This is cool, different from the usual game console clean up . Seeing old history being restored.
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THAT HEATER IS THE COOLEST THING I'VE EVER SEEN!!!
5:39 can confirm, used the heater on my iPhone and it bent really easily. Now I need a new iPhone.
La Lorraine ma région !!! Merci de restaurer ce vieux témoin de l'histoire. Lorraine my state !!! thank to restore this old witness !!!
Hi Odd tinkering, I was wondering how the flint wheel was removed from the lighter at the 0:52 second mark in the video. There was a jump cut that just then shows the piece as separated. I was curious if you used something like WD40 or heating mechanism to get it free. I do enjoy your videos a lot they help me relax before bed and I was delighted to see this new upload. Have a good day and be safe!
That is the most beautiful lighter i've seen. I mean it looks like a book
Wow. This lighter so awesome. Ready to watch a restoration.
I'm addicted to your videos 🙂
The Hammer Cam is the best! I love it! ❤️😅
Beautiful work as always!
Wow it’s a french lighter from a region in France near the German border! This was where the final push of the french and British soldier happened before the end of ww1
@josephinemerlino1591
Жыл бұрын
The meaning on the lighter means “in memory of Lorraine” in french
@ryans3729
Жыл бұрын
@@josephinemerlino1591 I was looking for a translation. Thanks!
Someone said the Atari was your best video but I don't understand how they could see that as more impressive than something like this.
Awesome. As I live in the trenches (eastern front) I really appreciate this!
I like that it still has a few imperfections! Adds character.
Everytime I watch this videos I end up in such a peaceful and relaxed state of mind.
It looks amazing! The brass is so shiny. Great work!
old lighter looks fascinating
"The wick and cotton were not designed to be replaced but that won't stop me" is the equivalent of "This sign won't stop me because I can't read"
Fell in love with the beauty of the lighter!
Thank you for that Mr. Tinkering Oddly! 😏 Oddly Enough? I quite enjoy watching you Tinker!
My best restoration youtuber❤️😘
Stunning! What a piece of incredible history! Thanks for sharing.
Great skills + great production = a great experience. Thanks.
I love how he kept it the same, but should've probably made a hole to replace wick & cotton.
Wonderful restoration as usual. Couldn't help but wonder the events that caused the dents on the front and back. Rough conditions during a war? A quarrel with a loved one and an angry throw after lighting a ciggarette? Or maybe just a result of accidentally dropping it while in a hurry. It's amazing the things this book lighter has seen... if only it could speak
Another mesmerising restoration
Beautiful restoration Odd well done
Nice work! It’s really cool to see how far you’ve come with this channel!
Hi, I'm french. I like honore you for reviving this incredible piece of history. Thank you, man keep up the good work 👍
Excellent workmanship
You do such beautiful restoration on everything and with Ductor by your side.
Amazing Restoration 👍👍
"I feel 100 years younger again!" 😆
You're work is so beautiful.
Such a beautifull lighter, thank you for restoring it
@barnabasmeszaros5334
Жыл бұрын
jószeeeffff
14:51 that looks sick! you did a great job on making it pretty!
Very unique and excellent result!
So fascinating to watch
There’s not telling if this creator lived or died, but either way makes me think what a waste of life it is. I sometimes wonder what my Marine brothers could have achieved had they lived, and I think the same with things like these lighters. The creativity, the artistic ability, and the all around skill wasted so young. The world would be better with a bright young person unsullied by war
@shinreilba
Жыл бұрын
considering the lighter is a souvenir from a workshop and engraved at the end of the war, i'm p sure he did in fact survive
Gotta love the Quacktor.
Comme toujours belle restauration 💖👌👍
Absolutely amazing. I never would have imagined that this is what it looked like originally. I just discovered this channel and I already watched 5 different restorations. It would be amazing to see the things this lighter has seen (although I’m sure some of those things are better left forgotten). Subscribed.
That soilder in WW1 is rejoice this moment right now
Beautiful work, as always 👏
Beautiful restoration
It's a nice lighter. Great job 👍🏻
Some great humour and some wonderful work!
Wow! Such amazing work!
this is incredibly satisfying
Yes! The lighters are the best!
I'll bet whoever made and/or owned that lighter would be brought to tears to see it look like new after so long. Well done!
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Beautiful restoration.👍
Brilliance just Brilliance
Im glad to see its not restored to perfect 100% factory. Gives it a nice look