I love you ❤. Thank you for restoring this beautiful peice of history.
@pitfroth7516 Жыл бұрын
Very good work on all these projects but it hurts me seeing all the barrel plugging and firing pin grinding. While i understand deactivation is required by the law, i would appreciate if you put the reasons for deactivation in the description box or add a caption in the video itself
@ahmedsaeedmob771 Жыл бұрын
awesome work, it's nice to see you do a proper restoration, unlike other channels, I look forward to seeing more from you, cheers.
@jimralston8820 Жыл бұрын
This is the most extreme restoration I have seen of a gun. Impressive
@alexrain1188 Жыл бұрын
He literally rebuild this thing from its paleotological find...
@joedon9758 Жыл бұрын
Probably because it was the only one that was legit
@The_handsomeElbow8 Жыл бұрын
Kinda feels fake
@huzaifagill001 Жыл бұрын
@@joedon9758 he didnt find it, he was the one that aged it. its a youtube thing, leave items in water and dirt until they are rusty and then pretend you found them. millions of views. get paid.
@marting5130 Жыл бұрын
@@marting5130 even so its still impressive and if done right can inform people on real restoration
@fancycatstudios5393 Жыл бұрын
70% original Luger, but 100% historical artifact, amazing job, you did a miracle!
@pasza_dem Жыл бұрын
THE BRUNHILDE OF COD!!!
@darkking3401 Жыл бұрын
it's less valuable since half of the repairs are just welds, Also it lost the majority of its value the moment the rust clean caused the parts to disintegrate. what's left is what's still valuable.
@SlavicUnionGaming Жыл бұрын
It was literally a hunk of metal. Literally anything he did would have improved it
@dax2482 Жыл бұрын
@@SlavicUnionGaming There are all types of collectors. Most working examples were taken as trophies which means they may or may not have ever seen combat. And most battlefield artifacts are not in usable condition. The fact that this one is both a battlefield artifact and seeming working condition makes it quite rare and highly desirable for the right collector.
@khyronkravshera7774 Жыл бұрын
@@khyronkravshera7774 No... no actual collector would want anything to do with this. Only someone who knows nothing about actual firearms, or collectiing would even suggest that. I have multiple war relics that saw service/combat and are fully functional... it isnt that rare to find, whats rare is finding then original as issued, all matching markings and unmolested.
@C.Double. Жыл бұрын
The most impressive thing Is not only the restoration itself but the kwow-how of all the constructive procedures related to this old gun. This is nuts 🤯
@alfonsoruotolo30289 ай бұрын
A really cool weapon and a truly incredible restoration, couldn't have imagined saving any of it. Can't understand why people would prefer these things remain in their original destroyed condition, rather than gaining a new existence to be appreciated and respected for their original historic value for decades to come. This man's effort honors the previous owner and anyone getting to see and handle them in such a faithfully original condition would surely feel more connected to history. Such a talent is a special gift to the world.
@VanguardDragon22 күн бұрын
Amazing transformation. I honestly thought it was beyond salvaging.. This is not a restoration, it's a rebuilt.Excellent work..
@user-lm7gn4it7e10 ай бұрын
Doubt he’d do a video where can’t do it would he
@fannymcpeterson15439 ай бұрын
@@fannymcpeterson1543we found the jerk
@kuirkyy9 ай бұрын
I don’t agree
@JohnDoe-mb1uu9 ай бұрын
@@fannymcpeterson1543Why not?
@Weimerica88419 ай бұрын
@@JohnDoe-mb1uu🗿
@pain000779 ай бұрын
The fact that it had an empty cartridge in the chamber is crazy. The last shot fired in that pistol was in angry. Amazing
@notoriousbills Жыл бұрын
Or, you know, that final bullet went upwards towards the heavens
@Herminatorz Жыл бұрын
Probably through ole Heinrich’s temple as the sound of Russian tanks approached.
@Rockoblocko Жыл бұрын
@@Rockoblocko exactly what I thinking
@e-1235 Жыл бұрын
You indeed took quit a risk with old ammunition possibly in the chamber or something… but it looks like you know yr way around guns 😅😂
@oseijler Жыл бұрын
I mean, last shot could also have been target practice.
@GusOfTheDorks Жыл бұрын
Replacing only the bare minimum and lightly resurfacing the components in such a sensitive way, is very impressive.. Well done..
@cliveloosley80189 ай бұрын
I was thinking there is no way a ball of rust could be restored. I am. Lost for words. You are a true master of your skill. Very impressive. Excellent work
@knowmean9 ай бұрын
Love the fact you tried to keep as much of the original gun as possible, even if it meant sacrificing the final finish. Very impressive work
@THE118TRUTH10 ай бұрын
I Hope this guy has a fair amount of apprentices. This type of skill and craftsmanship needs to be passed on to future generations
@blakiplops Жыл бұрын
I hope there's others like them who allow apprentices, This has to be, like, second on the list of things I wanna do if the job I currently want looks bleek or fails.
@Haydn8oR Жыл бұрын
And it is. He's recording the entire process. Enthusiasts of restoration can learn from him from this point
@skilledcove8718 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy this
@johntoes1260 Жыл бұрын
Incredible that this was even possible. Crazy to think what that pistol may have been through and done in its early years.
@CheekyMenace9 ай бұрын
The right things.
@darksteelhelm2 ай бұрын
Unbelievable skill and talent to do this. Nice to see a real restoration video on KZhead!
@kevink20209 ай бұрын
This was so impressive, how you turned a lump of scrap back into an object was fascinating to watch
@upssydropsynoop5900 Жыл бұрын
Thats because these restorations are fake. Please watch the documentary here on KZhead exposing these scam channels
@ga1actic_muffin Жыл бұрын
You, sir, are not a craftsman, you are a magician. You took a hunk of rusted up garbage and recreated the pistol hiding within it. It was an honor to watch you work. Amazing finished classic Luger.
@phil4986 Жыл бұрын
Incredible. Simply one of the top 10 gun restorations on youtube, because you haven't the best tools and could get to a brilliant result. Can't imagine what could you do with some other tools!
@rodriguezrobbiano7 ай бұрын
🔫 My grandpa told me when he was a teenager he joined a gang in Mexico. He said they would find guns and restore guns in a field that were left there from the cristero wars. This video reminded me of that story.
@Lacocacolaman9 ай бұрын
One of the most delicate, intricate and accurate restorations I have ever seen. The amount of dedication and skill that must have taken is ridiculous. Amazing job!
@JohnWick03 Жыл бұрын
Welding and grinding is not delicate... lmfao smh
@C.Double. Жыл бұрын
@@C.Double. then you do it. Didnt think think so, now sit down bud
@swojal149311 ай бұрын
@@swojal1493 I actually do it for a living, for the Erie county historical society... That is why I speak from experience and not supposition "bud". Maybe you should take a seat...
@C.Double.11 ай бұрын
@@C.Double. maybe since you say you do it for a living, not be a douchebag? The amount of work bro put into that luger is downright impressive, if you can do better then post a video on ur channel of the same thing in 30% worse condition and an even better restoration. I Didn’t think so. Instead of being a dick, let people be intrigued by someones still and passion that they share on the internet, regardless or not if you “think” you can do any better.
@swojal149311 ай бұрын
@@C.Double.as an expert, would you say this is a well done restoration?
@orange-qj3yd11 ай бұрын
This is absolutely amazing! How you restored it back to its former condition is nothing less than incredible.
@tomdbass1 Жыл бұрын
I wouldn't say former condition, it was still pretty messed up but it was presentable definitely not a shooter anymore.
@1950sFordGuy Жыл бұрын
@@1950sFordGuy true. Good point!
@tomdbass1 Жыл бұрын
Your skills would be highly sought after here in France. We have tons of artifacts that require restoration but not enough people. Great job, sir. I admire your tenacity.
@user-rj5vt6zx7q6 ай бұрын
Weapons don't need to be restored, there are plenty of working examples of antique weapons available if you want to see them.
@davelangford24396 ай бұрын
I thought the french people are only good at making many of their own second class citizens.
@wkhan111115 ай бұрын
That was an astounding restoration! I didn't think it was possible. Certainly not a project for amateurs or hobbyists. Wow!!!❤❤
@anthonymerola14897 ай бұрын
This was well beyond a restoration, you rebuilt it. I think the Germans who made it would have been impressed with your craftsmanship.
@caleb7674 Жыл бұрын
Grandpa would be proud, for sure.
@Taranis2b Жыл бұрын
@@Taranis2b of course
@user-no8tb8xn4d Жыл бұрын
@@Taranis2b Is your Grandpa in Argentina currently? Just asking
@Darbuinsito Жыл бұрын
@@Darbuinsito my grandpa is in argentina and he has a cool moustache
@josif1428 Жыл бұрын
@@josif1428 it is a WW1 gun
@nicolas2877 Жыл бұрын
At that condition you should need a time machine to restore it. Although you probably wouldn't want to meet it's original owner. Absolutely insane restoration.
@Pelumi7874 Жыл бұрын
I guarantee the original owner was 10 times the man you are.
@austpem Жыл бұрын
Well, this was a P08 Luger, not a P38. Meaning that it wouldn't have been carried by the guys you think it was.
@FriendlySniperYT Жыл бұрын
Yeah, probably a badass.
@TucsonDude Жыл бұрын
@@FriendlySniperYT Whats the difference?
@lucidrop9131 Жыл бұрын
@@lucidrop9131 One is from 1908, the other from 1938. One was used in WW1, the other in WW2
@FriendlySniperYT Жыл бұрын
These people are incredible. I love these videos and what they are capable of doing. I'm so impressed with ya'll. I can't imagine the patience it takes and working knowledge of the firearm to do what ya'll can do. Very impressive.
@johanchastain22 сағат бұрын
Your skill and knowledge is truely amazing sir. Very few people have the skill to take a rusty old piece and return it to its original glory. The Luger is a firearm that is considered a true master piece and your skill in bring it back from the rust was inspiring. I salute you sir.
@user-xz8gh6bd6b5 ай бұрын
I always find it impressive that what seemed like just a few hours of restoration as seen in the video actually took more than a month to complete.
@j.madelozo8222 Жыл бұрын
I find it impressive that there is still people as thick as you in the world.
@michaela7100 Жыл бұрын
@@michaela7100 calling someone thick, when you’re ironically the dumbest person in this comment section is impressive. think before you type.
@yahirrodriguez2263 Жыл бұрын
@@michaela7100 wha
@khan-ch2vs Жыл бұрын
@@khan-ch2vs I think they’re projecting
@kaiserweeaboo1817 Жыл бұрын
@@kaiserweeaboo1817 it mean two things
@khan-ch2vs Жыл бұрын
Any other person would’ve been like: sir, I’m afraid your firing pin needs a new gun… Impressive work!
@mohamedelzoghby8982 Жыл бұрын
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ I'm Jewish
@DaBaumm Жыл бұрын
When I was a kid, there was a full service gas station in the neighborhood and the mechanic used to say "your problem is simple. Just jack up the nut behind the wheel and slide a new car in underneath". What you said reminds me of that.
@jpalberthoward9 Жыл бұрын
@@DaBaumm So was Jesus
@EmJay2022 Жыл бұрын
@@EmJay2022 We don't worship Jesus, we worship Yahweh/Adonai
@DaBaumm Жыл бұрын
What does that have to do with this video? Nothing
@jimsmitn7569 Жыл бұрын
I admit I skipped to the end yo see if you would make it a “wall hanger”. But I was extremely surprised when it suddenly became functional. Excellent work.
@marcussmith98046 күн бұрын
The patience and skill it takes to do this is mind-boggling ! Excellent work
@propsandvillainy3 ай бұрын
Not only is the project and build insanely impressive, but the cinematography and video footage is also brilliant. Awesome job, man!
@obscurity3027 Жыл бұрын
I’m surprised it took you only 1.5 months. I’m even more surprised that there was anything left of the metal to work with. And I’m very impressed with the amazing metal work to restore those bits which were beyond repair (probably 50%).
@mikefriend1514 Жыл бұрын
I am suspicious
@pontushaggstrom6261 Жыл бұрын
@@pontushaggstrom6261 And rightfully so, I noticed something off in many of these restauration videos and channels, the items look weirdly worn. I looked into it and many are fake where they use certain methods to make it look aged, basically the items look too much and too evenly rusted / worn. It's all fake.
@joostdriesens3984 Жыл бұрын
@Joost Driesens clearly not fake ..I'm a metalworker ..100% real
@scott0111 Жыл бұрын
@@scott0111 I'm an information specialist and look very critical at online information. The video list for this channel looks a bit too good to be true to me. I found many videos on youtube explaining 'fake restoration videos', so it's definitely a problem. It is interesting to note there are different categories of fakeness, from 'mild fake' (exaggerated damage) to 'complete fake' (just some rust-looking paint).
@joostdriesens3984 Жыл бұрын
@@joostdriesens3984 A vast majority of the restoration ones are fake And once that looked like this to begin with appear suspiciously artificial
@GlazzedDonut Жыл бұрын
I stumbled upon this video & I have never seen anything like it. My late father was a gun fanatic; owned many. He was an Engineer too and I know for a fact he would have been seriously impressed with this restoration. This man is a genius and I watched this from beginning to end. Truly remarkable!
@user-kz4ft5fx7u21 күн бұрын
Brilliant! Love seeing old tools like these get restored so they can continue doing the job they were created for.
@shubamama19 ай бұрын
Well...
@jaretos9 ай бұрын
I would never expect that such a rusty relic could be restored. My congratulations and admiration go to the restorer. You have worked a true engineering miracle. Well done to you. You are the best.!
@hughsavage213611 ай бұрын
Only a RACIST would restore an instrument of hate. How could you not know that KZhead is controlled by Jews? I'm reporting your antisemitic comment and this antisemitic video to them so you can be CENSORED!
@Wooargh10 ай бұрын
He must go and work for NASA😊
@hannessmit16827 ай бұрын
This is not just a simple restoration. This is a work of art!
@fabixeneize Жыл бұрын
This is absolutely impressive, superb work! I didn't think this pistol would even be salvageable and yet the finished product- looks like nothing ever happened to it.
@Monster404ftp9 ай бұрын
Amazing! The one from my great grandfather looks just as rusted as the one restored. I would never have dreamt that it is possible to restore it to this grade
@Der-Zitteraal9 ай бұрын
möchtest du sie restauriert bekommen?
@Tak4r9 ай бұрын
This guy's talent, patience and dedication is off the charts...
@surajbhaisade7065 Жыл бұрын
True. And not only talent. He must ve learned and perfected this profession over many years.
@gothia1715 Жыл бұрын
@@gothia1715 this restoration is fake.
@mybuttcheeks11 Жыл бұрын
@@mybuttcheeks11 Why?
@Tommm_DEV Жыл бұрын
@@Tommm_DEV because the actual antique went between his buttcheeks.
@rassvet1612 Жыл бұрын
@@Tommm_DEV Because it gets views and makes money. Ever watch someone weather a model train set, or diorama? Same principles. They weather it, then unweather it or "restore" it. People do this with every kind of object imaginable. Even full size cars claimed to be "barn finds." There's several videos showing how both sides of the operation work with various objects. The majority of these types of videos are faked.
@section8usmc5311 ай бұрын
One of the most difficult restos I've seen on KZhead, they're a very complex weapon, and the condition was bad, well done.
@jasoncurry1685 Жыл бұрын
I bet the original manufacturers (at DWM ?) of this Luger, a hundred years ago, would have had a keen interest to see this video.
@jakedouglas67968 ай бұрын
Astonishing restoration job. Never thought you would get it this good!!
@louisdelmonte87286 ай бұрын
Great job friend, this restoration was almost Impossible. Congratulations.
@lfelipe67349 ай бұрын
All i can say is this is an example of craftsmanship and skill. Well done.
@dansev918 ай бұрын
That has to be one of the best restorations I've ever seen
@Genefetters-tc1gv7 ай бұрын
Finally a channel that I feel restores ACTUAL items that haven’t been “age accelerated” for views. Thank you!
@JV-df9em10 ай бұрын
This one was accelerated too
@vectorflux888710 ай бұрын
Are you sure about that?
@Syko198510 ай бұрын
@@Syko1985it’s a bot commenting bro lol
@brandonUwanawich9549 ай бұрын
I would never have thought that gun could be restored. Amazing.
@eddieconroy212 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible restoration and incredible history!
@FuelTheConqueror9 ай бұрын
A master at his craft! Such dedication is remarkable.
@benjaminnelson27049 ай бұрын
Less a restoration, more of a labor of love and dedication! A lesser person would have just left this side arm as a relic to be displayed at a museum. But against all odds you brought it back to life!
@Demosthenes10101 Жыл бұрын
You my friend are a wizard, what you did with this rust clump is amazing 😮
@crazyoldman1965 Жыл бұрын
After seeing the gun I never thought the end result would be so good. The amount of rust it had made me feel apprehensive about it. But, the end result is so good. Great Job!!
@Rajat24069 ай бұрын
At some point with some of these more extreme restorations, you have to start wondering if the "Theseus' ship" paradox will apply.
@AmeriCHAD9 ай бұрын
I’ve never seen anything that looks that bad be restored before, incredible job
@KMR-SULLY Жыл бұрын
Same here! I watched this just to see if he could do it. Excellent job!!
@Jesus_is_Lord_31611 ай бұрын
Dude, I though you were saying "I've never seen anything that looks that bad restored" but I re-read it so I then got the comment right Even though, you are right about it
@Mr.Invisible059 ай бұрын
That was incredible. To bring something back to at least a functional level that started out so far from recovery is simply astonishing. Bravo!
@tedrenard472 Жыл бұрын
You did a miracle, amazing job saving this piece of history
@obispaghettiravioli61489 ай бұрын
Работа достойная, респект и уважение!!!
@sherhansherhan40849 ай бұрын
An indefatigable excellent craftsman. Best restoration gunsmith I've seen on here.
@conradsunkiojack2538 Жыл бұрын
Indefatigable is crazzyyy I could not say it after 5 attempts I gave up 😂
to restore a gun in that condition takes alot of love for what you do.. incredible work brother.
@ZayPatino Жыл бұрын
Dude you went above and beyond in bringing this beauty back, bravo!
@evelknievel11393 ай бұрын
I am vert impressed. Thanks for saving such a beautiful piece of history.
@stefansenna19859 ай бұрын
I've seen a lot of restorations on KZhead and I have to say that this was the best repair and restoration I have ever seen on KZhead. Most excellent work.👍🏿
@mannysanchez1054 Жыл бұрын
Most are fake tho
@mracke47 Жыл бұрын
@@mracke47 Yep , they buy old stuff of ebay and dip them in acids and salts to make them look old and weathered....pathetic.
@mrmrmrcaf7801 Жыл бұрын
@@mracke47 This One Is Too!!!
@rockerpat108511 ай бұрын
They did the impossible! Well done!
@Zabroshennayarossiya Жыл бұрын
Да ... Молодец ...
@zaidalmyali6056 Жыл бұрын
Yea. It seems like it was fake. Oh wait
@wladimir.Quiroz Жыл бұрын
@@wladimir.Quiroz what are you talking about
@Bluecolord Жыл бұрын
Doing the impossible would be firing it and surviving
@michaelbuckley8977 Жыл бұрын
If by impossible you mean they faked it and then did things an actual restoration expert would gringe at?? then yes, they did the impossible lol
@C.Double. Жыл бұрын
Very nice…I love the before and after pics…clean smooth craftsmanship.
@warrensims7467Ай бұрын
Dude, you're an absolute legend. I hope you do more of these in the future.
@nitroplayzrobloxandotherga7802 ай бұрын
You litterary turned a rotten potato into a working Luger. Impressive! 👑
@SilenceSupreme10 ай бұрын
It's definitely impressive. I highly doubt it will ever function as a firearm again but to get it back to where it's moving parts all operate again is amazing
@1badombre824 ай бұрын
@@1badombre82Yep I’d be firing this with a string pull from behind a shield😂😂😂
@robotsonmars19893 ай бұрын
Incredible job! Love how he didnt sand and polished everything into perfection. This way this gun still tells a little story of its history. And that was being a broken piece of rust only a master like him could restore.
@gothia1715 Жыл бұрын
Great job. This pistol is one of the most dangerous when partially dissembled. With the trigger mech still active on a detached barrel .
@aboutface79613 ай бұрын
Absolutely brilliant. Who wouldn't want one of these in their collection?
@timsmart72495 ай бұрын
Finally! An actual legit beautiful restoration, none of the fake crap. Hats off to you sir!
@olivers.7151 Жыл бұрын
What fake crap?
@Jay-jb2vr Жыл бұрын
@@Jay-jb2vr there are "restoration" channels where they fake age either in a salt bath or bury it in the yard. Then film a montages of the "repair" for clicks. Some enjoy the montages, but most find it disingenuous and shows little skill since it amounts to a montage of disassembling and cleaning, not restoration.
@darketernal3 Жыл бұрын
I am very impressed with the welding skills that were shown in this project! This whole project was awesome to watch. I have never been as impressed with a KZhead farm video as I was with this restoration of this Lugar. The welding skills and the gunsmith skills that were showed in this restoration project were unbelievable. At first it looked like the person was going to just salvage parts off the gun and maybe sell them or something. But then, as I saw the Welding commence, I knew that it was on! My hat is off to you, sir.
@krinky74 Жыл бұрын
This goes beyond way restoration, actually straying into refurbishment, well done!
@Maddoktor25 ай бұрын
Amazing! Couldn't believe the handle reconstruction was doable, impressive!
@patriotnorthgaming91225 ай бұрын
Amazing. You're ability to bring broken history back to life is crazy.
@mattreese2 Жыл бұрын
Now I have seen a lot of world war 2 stuff but this is something that is entirely it’s own!!! Excellent work man!!! This is truly a unique piece of history!!
@starforge56639 ай бұрын
This pistol type exists since 1908 like the name says. It was used from police and military since then for almost 40 years till the end of WW2. It also lived through 4 types of goverment systems in Germany: 1. Monarchy until 1918 2. Democracy until 1933 3. Dictatorship until 1945 4. Democracy since 1949
@rgboss13379 ай бұрын
What an incredible restoration.. you truly are an artisan! Congratulations!
@kennethrouse79426 ай бұрын
That was pretty cool to see how many parts one of these guys has
@werealldigestable9 ай бұрын
Это что-то невероятное! Первые мысли: а что там восстанавливать-то?!)) Просто прекрасно!
@iamonfire92 Жыл бұрын
Amazing talent! Love these old guns.
@earl-tf4qc9 ай бұрын
Fantástico. Ele é um artista verdadeiro.
@reinaldojoceli32129 ай бұрын
I was surprised that the restorer used mig welding where tig would be far more accurate, but what an absolutely talented artisan to bring back to life what was otherwise scrap. Congratulations on your skills and thank you for a brilliantly shot video
@dunk856 Жыл бұрын
Having an extensive background in welding, from TIG on down to plain old Oxy-Acet., started taking on jobs for farmers and collectors who could no longer find critical 100 yr.old parts for their tractors.Water pumps, engine blocks,etc.Once in a while if it's a rare piece I'll do a knife or Zipper lighter. Your video of your restoration work on that hunk that most would have thrown away was absolutely exemplary, and showed great experience.I know the satisfaction it brings.Subscribed 👏👏👏
@sevenin111 ай бұрын
Great job restoring sir! You took a German Luger P-08 Pistol, that was in "terrible" shape, and definitely a "non-shooter",and you spoke some magic words, waved your magic wand, and now you have a decent shooter P-08. Many thanks for your video on a handgun known by millions, the Luger P-08.
@davidabney77005 ай бұрын
It’s insane how he’s able to look at that and think ‘yep I can restore that’ Where as I would look at like ‘yeah that’s cool, but it’s beyond restoring’ 😂
@AnxietyLad9 ай бұрын
This was an amazingly good restoration. Good display collection piece. Though it’s firing days are done, I am absolutely blown away how well this turned out!
@Mastersabersmen Жыл бұрын
Whether it fires or not your work is amazing, the patience alone…
@clarencethomas53119 ай бұрын
This channel deserves more recognition
@brendanbeauchemin98429 ай бұрын
Excellent restoration! Это же сколько труда было вложено! Вы - волшебник!
@Bella.Parabellum Жыл бұрын
Он украл это видео
@gavnitso423 Жыл бұрын
I can say without a doubt that this is the very best of the whole restorations ever. I can't believe what you did. Great job!
@ernestoortiz2634 Жыл бұрын
A wonderful restoration. It is obvious you are a skilled metal fabricator. Thank you for sharing.
@user-fw9se3gn1b5 күн бұрын
That is unreal. Looks awesome
@patrickkaag23458 ай бұрын
When I was 13 we lived in a small German village in the Hunsrück area of Germany in 1963. Dad was Air Force and we were there for three years. Being interested in WW2 I was always keeping my eyes open for coins and other artifacts from that period. One day I was walking up a hill on the edge of the road and was looking for more German Reich coins in a little stream/sewer running alongside the road when I spotted a rusty pistol in the water. Being a fan of the Sgt Rock comic books back then I knew it wasn't a Luger but it was small, the grips were rotted away and, looking back on it, I'm guessing it was a Walther. Anyway, I took it back to my father and showed it to him and he said to just go throw it back where I found it. I did just that. The initial pictures shown here reminded me of that.
@pclayton506311 ай бұрын
L dad
@eddoesnotexist9 ай бұрын
Outstanding restoration my friend,I didn't think anything could be done anymore,but I was wrong,you proved it.
@sorincimpean1462 Жыл бұрын
That looked really really hard! The restoration was amazing
@Rich-hm9ux9 ай бұрын
looked at first like there wasnt much left, impressive work. nice result!
@maartenmtr30229 ай бұрын
Incredible skill and knowledge to turn a pile of dirt and rust back into a fantastic looking antique. Well done!
@CH1MMI Жыл бұрын
I thought this could not be restored, I am amazed! 11 out of 10!!! amazed!!!
@PerAnkh418 Жыл бұрын
Why am I finding this therapeutic 🤔 What an amazing job that’s a real art form.
@Void3.06 ай бұрын
Absolutly perfect restoration. Very impressive
@lukasprien43389 ай бұрын
That is incredible workmanship! I think TIG welding would be better- less chance of warping. That was impressive, sir! Thank you for taking the time to show us!
@vigilantobserver8389 Жыл бұрын
The knowledge, skills and patience to do this is very impressive! Enjoyed watching!
Friends, please rate the work!
Perfcet work my bro
10/10
I love you ❤. Thank you for restoring this beautiful peice of history.
Very good work on all these projects but it hurts me seeing all the barrel plugging and firing pin grinding. While i understand deactivation is required by the law, i would appreciate if you put the reasons for deactivation in the description box or add a caption in the video itself
awesome work, it's nice to see you do a proper restoration, unlike other channels, I look forward to seeing more from you, cheers.
This is the most extreme restoration I have seen of a gun. Impressive
He literally rebuild this thing from its paleotological find...
Probably because it was the only one that was legit
Kinda feels fake
@@joedon9758 he didnt find it, he was the one that aged it. its a youtube thing, leave items in water and dirt until they are rusty and then pretend you found them. millions of views. get paid.
@@marting5130 even so its still impressive and if done right can inform people on real restoration
70% original Luger, but 100% historical artifact, amazing job, you did a miracle!
THE BRUNHILDE OF COD!!!
it's less valuable since half of the repairs are just welds, Also it lost the majority of its value the moment the rust clean caused the parts to disintegrate. what's left is what's still valuable.
It was literally a hunk of metal. Literally anything he did would have improved it
@@SlavicUnionGaming There are all types of collectors. Most working examples were taken as trophies which means they may or may not have ever seen combat. And most battlefield artifacts are not in usable condition. The fact that this one is both a battlefield artifact and seeming working condition makes it quite rare and highly desirable for the right collector.
@@khyronkravshera7774 No... no actual collector would want anything to do with this. Only someone who knows nothing about actual firearms, or collectiing would even suggest that. I have multiple war relics that saw service/combat and are fully functional... it isnt that rare to find, whats rare is finding then original as issued, all matching markings and unmolested.
The most impressive thing Is not only the restoration itself but the kwow-how of all the constructive procedures related to this old gun. This is nuts 🤯
A really cool weapon and a truly incredible restoration, couldn't have imagined saving any of it. Can't understand why people would prefer these things remain in their original destroyed condition, rather than gaining a new existence to be appreciated and respected for their original historic value for decades to come. This man's effort honors the previous owner and anyone getting to see and handle them in such a faithfully original condition would surely feel more connected to history. Such a talent is a special gift to the world.
Amazing transformation. I honestly thought it was beyond salvaging.. This is not a restoration, it's a rebuilt.Excellent work..
Doubt he’d do a video where can’t do it would he
@@fannymcpeterson1543we found the jerk
I don’t agree
@@fannymcpeterson1543Why not?
@@JohnDoe-mb1uu🗿
The fact that it had an empty cartridge in the chamber is crazy. The last shot fired in that pistol was in angry. Amazing
Or, you know, that final bullet went upwards towards the heavens
Probably through ole Heinrich’s temple as the sound of Russian tanks approached.
@@Rockoblocko exactly what I thinking
You indeed took quit a risk with old ammunition possibly in the chamber or something… but it looks like you know yr way around guns 😅😂
I mean, last shot could also have been target practice.
Replacing only the bare minimum and lightly resurfacing the components in such a sensitive way, is very impressive.. Well done..
I was thinking there is no way a ball of rust could be restored. I am. Lost for words. You are a true master of your skill. Very impressive. Excellent work
Love the fact you tried to keep as much of the original gun as possible, even if it meant sacrificing the final finish. Very impressive work
I Hope this guy has a fair amount of apprentices. This type of skill and craftsmanship needs to be passed on to future generations
I hope there's others like them who allow apprentices, This has to be, like, second on the list of things I wanna do if the job I currently want looks bleek or fails.
And it is. He's recording the entire process. Enthusiasts of restoration can learn from him from this point
I enjoy this
Incredible that this was even possible. Crazy to think what that pistol may have been through and done in its early years.
The right things.
Unbelievable skill and talent to do this. Nice to see a real restoration video on KZhead!
This was so impressive, how you turned a lump of scrap back into an object was fascinating to watch
Thats because these restorations are fake. Please watch the documentary here on KZhead exposing these scam channels
You, sir, are not a craftsman, you are a magician. You took a hunk of rusted up garbage and recreated the pistol hiding within it. It was an honor to watch you work. Amazing finished classic Luger.
Incredible. Simply one of the top 10 gun restorations on youtube, because you haven't the best tools and could get to a brilliant result. Can't imagine what could you do with some other tools!
🔫 My grandpa told me when he was a teenager he joined a gang in Mexico. He said they would find guns and restore guns in a field that were left there from the cristero wars. This video reminded me of that story.
One of the most delicate, intricate and accurate restorations I have ever seen. The amount of dedication and skill that must have taken is ridiculous. Amazing job!
Welding and grinding is not delicate... lmfao smh
@@C.Double. then you do it. Didnt think think so, now sit down bud
@@swojal1493 I actually do it for a living, for the Erie county historical society... That is why I speak from experience and not supposition "bud". Maybe you should take a seat...
@@C.Double. maybe since you say you do it for a living, not be a douchebag? The amount of work bro put into that luger is downright impressive, if you can do better then post a video on ur channel of the same thing in 30% worse condition and an even better restoration. I Didn’t think so. Instead of being a dick, let people be intrigued by someones still and passion that they share on the internet, regardless or not if you “think” you can do any better.
@@C.Double.as an expert, would you say this is a well done restoration?
This is absolutely amazing! How you restored it back to its former condition is nothing less than incredible.
I wouldn't say former condition, it was still pretty messed up but it was presentable definitely not a shooter anymore.
@@1950sFordGuy true. Good point!
Your skills would be highly sought after here in France. We have tons of artifacts that require restoration but not enough people. Great job, sir. I admire your tenacity.
Weapons don't need to be restored, there are plenty of working examples of antique weapons available if you want to see them.
I thought the french people are only good at making many of their own second class citizens.
That was an astounding restoration! I didn't think it was possible. Certainly not a project for amateurs or hobbyists. Wow!!!❤❤
This was well beyond a restoration, you rebuilt it. I think the Germans who made it would have been impressed with your craftsmanship.
Grandpa would be proud, for sure.
@@Taranis2b of course
@@Taranis2b Is your Grandpa in Argentina currently? Just asking
@@Darbuinsito my grandpa is in argentina and he has a cool moustache
@@josif1428 it is a WW1 gun
At that condition you should need a time machine to restore it. Although you probably wouldn't want to meet it's original owner. Absolutely insane restoration.
I guarantee the original owner was 10 times the man you are.
Well, this was a P08 Luger, not a P38. Meaning that it wouldn't have been carried by the guys you think it was.
Yeah, probably a badass.
@@FriendlySniperYT Whats the difference?
@@lucidrop9131 One is from 1908, the other from 1938. One was used in WW1, the other in WW2
These people are incredible. I love these videos and what they are capable of doing. I'm so impressed with ya'll. I can't imagine the patience it takes and working knowledge of the firearm to do what ya'll can do. Very impressive.
Your skill and knowledge is truely amazing sir. Very few people have the skill to take a rusty old piece and return it to its original glory. The Luger is a firearm that is considered a true master piece and your skill in bring it back from the rust was inspiring. I salute you sir.
I always find it impressive that what seemed like just a few hours of restoration as seen in the video actually took more than a month to complete.
I find it impressive that there is still people as thick as you in the world.
@@michaela7100 calling someone thick, when you’re ironically the dumbest person in this comment section is impressive. think before you type.
@@michaela7100 wha
@@khan-ch2vs I think they’re projecting
@@kaiserweeaboo1817 it mean two things
Any other person would’ve been like: sir, I’m afraid your firing pin needs a new gun… Impressive work!
@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ I'm Jewish
When I was a kid, there was a full service gas station in the neighborhood and the mechanic used to say "your problem is simple. Just jack up the nut behind the wheel and slide a new car in underneath". What you said reminds me of that.
@@DaBaumm So was Jesus
@@EmJay2022 We don't worship Jesus, we worship Yahweh/Adonai
What does that have to do with this video? Nothing
I admit I skipped to the end yo see if you would make it a “wall hanger”. But I was extremely surprised when it suddenly became functional. Excellent work.
The patience and skill it takes to do this is mind-boggling ! Excellent work
Not only is the project and build insanely impressive, but the cinematography and video footage is also brilliant. Awesome job, man!
I’m surprised it took you only 1.5 months. I’m even more surprised that there was anything left of the metal to work with. And I’m very impressed with the amazing metal work to restore those bits which were beyond repair (probably 50%).
I am suspicious
@@pontushaggstrom6261 And rightfully so, I noticed something off in many of these restauration videos and channels, the items look weirdly worn. I looked into it and many are fake where they use certain methods to make it look aged, basically the items look too much and too evenly rusted / worn. It's all fake.
@Joost Driesens clearly not fake ..I'm a metalworker ..100% real
@@scott0111 I'm an information specialist and look very critical at online information. The video list for this channel looks a bit too good to be true to me. I found many videos on youtube explaining 'fake restoration videos', so it's definitely a problem. It is interesting to note there are different categories of fakeness, from 'mild fake' (exaggerated damage) to 'complete fake' (just some rust-looking paint).
@@joostdriesens3984 A vast majority of the restoration ones are fake And once that looked like this to begin with appear suspiciously artificial
I stumbled upon this video & I have never seen anything like it. My late father was a gun fanatic; owned many. He was an Engineer too and I know for a fact he would have been seriously impressed with this restoration. This man is a genius and I watched this from beginning to end. Truly remarkable!
Brilliant! Love seeing old tools like these get restored so they can continue doing the job they were created for.
Well...
I would never expect that such a rusty relic could be restored. My congratulations and admiration go to the restorer. You have worked a true engineering miracle. Well done to you. You are the best.!
Only a RACIST would restore an instrument of hate. How could you not know that KZhead is controlled by Jews? I'm reporting your antisemitic comment and this antisemitic video to them so you can be CENSORED!
He must go and work for NASA😊
This is not just a simple restoration. This is a work of art!
This is absolutely impressive, superb work! I didn't think this pistol would even be salvageable and yet the finished product- looks like nothing ever happened to it.
Amazing! The one from my great grandfather looks just as rusted as the one restored. I would never have dreamt that it is possible to restore it to this grade
möchtest du sie restauriert bekommen?
This guy's talent, patience and dedication is off the charts...
True. And not only talent. He must ve learned and perfected this profession over many years.
@@gothia1715 this restoration is fake.
@@mybuttcheeks11 Why?
@@Tommm_DEV because the actual antique went between his buttcheeks.
@@Tommm_DEV Because it gets views and makes money. Ever watch someone weather a model train set, or diorama? Same principles. They weather it, then unweather it or "restore" it. People do this with every kind of object imaginable. Even full size cars claimed to be "barn finds." There's several videos showing how both sides of the operation work with various objects. The majority of these types of videos are faked.
One of the most difficult restos I've seen on KZhead, they're a very complex weapon, and the condition was bad, well done.
I bet the original manufacturers (at DWM ?) of this Luger, a hundred years ago, would have had a keen interest to see this video.
Astonishing restoration job. Never thought you would get it this good!!
Great job friend, this restoration was almost Impossible. Congratulations.
All i can say is this is an example of craftsmanship and skill. Well done.
That has to be one of the best restorations I've ever seen
Finally a channel that I feel restores ACTUAL items that haven’t been “age accelerated” for views. Thank you!
This one was accelerated too
Are you sure about that?
@@Syko1985it’s a bot commenting bro lol
I would never have thought that gun could be restored. Amazing.
Absolutely incredible restoration and incredible history!
A master at his craft! Such dedication is remarkable.
Less a restoration, more of a labor of love and dedication! A lesser person would have just left this side arm as a relic to be displayed at a museum. But against all odds you brought it back to life!
You my friend are a wizard, what you did with this rust clump is amazing 😮
After seeing the gun I never thought the end result would be so good. The amount of rust it had made me feel apprehensive about it. But, the end result is so good. Great Job!!
At some point with some of these more extreme restorations, you have to start wondering if the "Theseus' ship" paradox will apply.
I’ve never seen anything that looks that bad be restored before, incredible job
Same here! I watched this just to see if he could do it. Excellent job!!
Dude, I though you were saying "I've never seen anything that looks that bad restored" but I re-read it so I then got the comment right Even though, you are right about it
That was incredible. To bring something back to at least a functional level that started out so far from recovery is simply astonishing. Bravo!
You did a miracle, amazing job saving this piece of history
Работа достойная, респект и уважение!!!
An indefatigable excellent craftsman. Best restoration gunsmith I've seen on here.
Indefatigable is crazzyyy I could not say it after 5 attempts I gave up 😂
Indefatigable😅 in·de·fat·i·gable..ahem' .u mean.... Gobble. Oooo
to restore a gun in that condition takes alot of love for what you do.. incredible work brother.
Dude you went above and beyond in bringing this beauty back, bravo!
I am vert impressed. Thanks for saving such a beautiful piece of history.
I've seen a lot of restorations on KZhead and I have to say that this was the best repair and restoration I have ever seen on KZhead. Most excellent work.👍🏿
Most are fake tho
@@mracke47 Yep , they buy old stuff of ebay and dip them in acids and salts to make them look old and weathered....pathetic.
@@mracke47 This One Is Too!!!
They did the impossible! Well done!
Да ... Молодец ...
Yea. It seems like it was fake. Oh wait
@@wladimir.Quiroz what are you talking about
Doing the impossible would be firing it and surviving
If by impossible you mean they faked it and then did things an actual restoration expert would gringe at?? then yes, they did the impossible lol
Very nice…I love the before and after pics…clean smooth craftsmanship.
Dude, you're an absolute legend. I hope you do more of these in the future.
You litterary turned a rotten potato into a working Luger. Impressive! 👑
It's definitely impressive. I highly doubt it will ever function as a firearm again but to get it back to where it's moving parts all operate again is amazing
@@1badombre82Yep I’d be firing this with a string pull from behind a shield😂😂😂
Incredible job! Love how he didnt sand and polished everything into perfection. This way this gun still tells a little story of its history. And that was being a broken piece of rust only a master like him could restore.
Great job. This pistol is one of the most dangerous when partially dissembled. With the trigger mech still active on a detached barrel .
Absolutely brilliant. Who wouldn't want one of these in their collection?
Finally! An actual legit beautiful restoration, none of the fake crap. Hats off to you sir!
What fake crap?
@@Jay-jb2vr there are "restoration" channels where they fake age either in a salt bath or bury it in the yard. Then film a montages of the "repair" for clicks. Some enjoy the montages, but most find it disingenuous and shows little skill since it amounts to a montage of disassembling and cleaning, not restoration.
I am very impressed with the welding skills that were shown in this project! This whole project was awesome to watch. I have never been as impressed with a KZhead farm video as I was with this restoration of this Lugar. The welding skills and the gunsmith skills that were showed in this restoration project were unbelievable. At first it looked like the person was going to just salvage parts off the gun and maybe sell them or something. But then, as I saw the Welding commence, I knew that it was on! My hat is off to you, sir.
This goes beyond way restoration, actually straying into refurbishment, well done!
Amazing! Couldn't believe the handle reconstruction was doable, impressive!
Amazing. You're ability to bring broken history back to life is crazy.
Now I have seen a lot of world war 2 stuff but this is something that is entirely it’s own!!! Excellent work man!!! This is truly a unique piece of history!!
This pistol type exists since 1908 like the name says. It was used from police and military since then for almost 40 years till the end of WW2. It also lived through 4 types of goverment systems in Germany: 1. Monarchy until 1918 2. Democracy until 1933 3. Dictatorship until 1945 4. Democracy since 1949
What an incredible restoration.. you truly are an artisan! Congratulations!
That was pretty cool to see how many parts one of these guys has
Это что-то невероятное! Первые мысли: а что там восстанавливать-то?!)) Просто прекрасно!
Amazing talent! Love these old guns.
Fantástico. Ele é um artista verdadeiro.
I was surprised that the restorer used mig welding where tig would be far more accurate, but what an absolutely talented artisan to bring back to life what was otherwise scrap. Congratulations on your skills and thank you for a brilliantly shot video
Having an extensive background in welding, from TIG on down to plain old Oxy-Acet., started taking on jobs for farmers and collectors who could no longer find critical 100 yr.old parts for their tractors.Water pumps, engine blocks,etc.Once in a while if it's a rare piece I'll do a knife or Zipper lighter. Your video of your restoration work on that hunk that most would have thrown away was absolutely exemplary, and showed great experience.I know the satisfaction it brings.Subscribed 👏👏👏
Great job restoring sir! You took a German Luger P-08 Pistol, that was in "terrible" shape, and definitely a "non-shooter",and you spoke some magic words, waved your magic wand, and now you have a decent shooter P-08. Many thanks for your video on a handgun known by millions, the Luger P-08.
It’s insane how he’s able to look at that and think ‘yep I can restore that’ Where as I would look at like ‘yeah that’s cool, but it’s beyond restoring’ 😂
This was an amazingly good restoration. Good display collection piece. Though it’s firing days are done, I am absolutely blown away how well this turned out!
Whether it fires or not your work is amazing, the patience alone…
This channel deserves more recognition
Excellent restoration! Это же сколько труда было вложено! Вы - волшебник!
Он украл это видео
I can say without a doubt that this is the very best of the whole restorations ever. I can't believe what you did. Great job!
A wonderful restoration. It is obvious you are a skilled metal fabricator. Thank you for sharing.
That is unreal. Looks awesome
When I was 13 we lived in a small German village in the Hunsrück area of Germany in 1963. Dad was Air Force and we were there for three years. Being interested in WW2 I was always keeping my eyes open for coins and other artifacts from that period. One day I was walking up a hill on the edge of the road and was looking for more German Reich coins in a little stream/sewer running alongside the road when I spotted a rusty pistol in the water. Being a fan of the Sgt Rock comic books back then I knew it wasn't a Luger but it was small, the grips were rotted away and, looking back on it, I'm guessing it was a Walther. Anyway, I took it back to my father and showed it to him and he said to just go throw it back where I found it. I did just that. The initial pictures shown here reminded me of that.
L dad
Outstanding restoration my friend,I didn't think anything could be done anymore,but I was wrong,you proved it.
That looked really really hard! The restoration was amazing
looked at first like there wasnt much left, impressive work. nice result!
Incredible skill and knowledge to turn a pile of dirt and rust back into a fantastic looking antique. Well done!
I thought this could not be restored, I am amazed! 11 out of 10!!! amazed!!!
Why am I finding this therapeutic 🤔 What an amazing job that’s a real art form.
Absolutly perfect restoration. Very impressive
That is incredible workmanship! I think TIG welding would be better- less chance of warping. That was impressive, sir! Thank you for taking the time to show us!
The knowledge, skills and patience to do this is very impressive! Enjoyed watching!