WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Sheet Metal Master Restores a WWI Cannon

Master Craftsman, Al, restores a rusty old German WWI field gun back to it's former glory. Unlike many other exhibits in the museum, we have a real historical record of this piece's capture by Australian Forces during the Battle of Le Hamel.

Follow the progress of our workshop restorations every Workshop Wednesday! A must watch for students of history, engineering, mechanics and metalworking! 🧐🛠️

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[richardhenry]

For the centenary of WW1, we at the South African National Museum of Military History in Johannesburg, restored a 7.7cm Model 1896 N.a field gun, the same as this model.
I was the researcher / historian and my friend, Steve Tegner, the restorer.
Many parts viewed are known well known to us. It was as if looking through old photographs, what memories, a great thanks.
We did however not have the luxury of a wheelright, but manufactured ours from scratch.
Not to take anything away from your restoration, but during my research we came upon a more green grey paint colour than the grey used by you ?.
We have both since left the now called Ditsong National Museum of Military History. I retired in 2022 after 39 years and now live in Sweden. Maybe Steve will post some images of our restoration.
Thanks for bringing back great memories

[MadMonk_]

I could watch Al work for hours. He makes it look so easy. Hope his neck operation has been a success and we see him back in the workshop soon teaching the youngsters a thing or two :)

[SVLLJ]

Al makes ARTWOK there!! A true master he is... Thanks Al !!

[bigmac]

I will probably never get to the museum. But I had the chance to pay my respects at the Australian Corps Memorial Park, Le Hamel. 🇦🇺 / 🇬🇧

[pskovca]

Wishing Al a speedy recovery from his surgery. Hope to see him back when he is all healed up

[robertshampeau]

Al and Beau are such bad ass fabricators...work shop wednesday videos are very much anticipated and appreciated

[pauloalvesdesouza]

I'm an avid fan of the channel. Never miss a video or the shorts. It's always great to see the awesome craftsmanship and deep knowledge of the team. This episode however stands apart as a special treat, for Al is certainly a master and this type of talent is a privilege to watch.
Thanks to Ausarmor, Kurt and Al!

[TheSlugstoppa]

The reason it's special is because it's homage to all those boys that gave their lives and Al has paid huge respect to their memory.

[roberthocking]

Al is a legend, that’s a credit to him and your museum, preserved for an eternity . How about those wheels, talk about a lost art, beautiful.

[Gozza]

What an amazing restoration and history lesson. People forget that 1/3 of the male population of Australia fought in WWI and with all the amazing innovation That Australia has produced since those times imagine what we could have achieved had we not lost so many to the horror of war. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THEM.

[AcidNippz]

Hold Shite!! I might be a little late to your new editing, but you adding historical footage while narrating is absolutely game changing for this channel. This is a completely new category of restoration videos, and it makes you stand out from the rest. Not hating on the workshop content, but it's a breath of fresh air being taken out of the workshop and into the past to learn more about what's currently being worked on. Thanks Kurt! Keep up the good work man!

[CaesarSausage]

What a great pleasure it is watching a master at work. Brilliant work Al!

[gothamgoon]

The skills on all the guys there is truly remarkable. I wish I had a tenth of their talent.

[crazylocha]

It was an honor to be witness to the craftsmanship and care put into those men's bravery and sacrifices symbolized in that captured gun. Those that have gave all can have their stories told to us around the world now for generations to come thanks to this piece.
The skill and thoughts put into those simple rivet replacements, as much care into the fill welds, reshaping, and it all dropping into place like it was born to... THAT is a Master at his craft in his natural environments. Truly, a privilege gentleman. Thank you for sharing and honoring those sacrifices.

[JohnStoddart]

You make some great content and I'm always amazed at the experience & expertise of your restorers and their dedication to preserving history. We need to keep these things to remind us that the last 100 years have seen two world wars. Our world would be very different if we had not won.

[MyCaptainPugwash]

Thanks for the history lesson as well, John Monash was a true general, and one of the best for the Allies during WW1

[Wasa]

Nice work Al. Well done and it will be on display for many years to come.

[delzworld]

Not just a gun, it's living history.

[SteveMichaels]

Bravo Al, way to save your countries history ! Enjoyed watching

[HarryP]

Ain't no school like the old school, and Al is an true old school master.