1871 Candy Drop Roller Restoration - Thomas Mills

Today I'm restoring a drop candy roller machine made by Thomas Mills & Bro. Making candy is much more fun and easy than I expected! The machine is made of heavy cast iron and the rollers are bronze. I started by sandblasting it to remove the rust, then powder coating to bring it back the shine and finally making lots of candy.

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[heyheytaytay]

Dude actually making the candy at the end was the cherry on top. Truly amazing. What a restoration!

[Igzilee]

Considering this tool is from 1871, it was in really good condition. Minimal rusting, very few stuck or broken pieces, and still 'worked' without restoration. It's amazing how well some old tools were made compared to some things we get today that barely last for a few months. The end product was simply beautiful as well, great job!

[Xavierpng]

It's like he had a perfect tool for everything. That is some incredible skill, and the camera work is also top notch.

[SpencerSlaughter]

So this guy is an expert in powder coating, metal working, wood working, sandblasting, milling, finishing, mechanics, knows how to brass plate with heat, and can cook sugar to the perfect temperature without burning it (very tricky for the inexperienced) to make hard candy. What a beautiful restoration and display of an impressive array of skills!

[KatieForeal]

"Like watching paint dry" takes on a different meaning when you're watching a time lapse of powder coat paint being baked. It's so satisfying. Love the restoration!

[shdon]

Wow. I don't have a need for a candy drop roller (or most of the stuff on this channel), but if I ever did, I'd much rather have one that was given the R&R treatment than a brand spanking new one. The craftsmanship and the quality of these restorations is amazing. These pieces are reborn better than they ever were. It is incredibly soothing and satisfying to watch.

[tryan]

The part I love the most about this is that there’s no annoying music in the background. You’re just allowed to enjoy and admire the sounds of tools going to work in a very silent and calm environment. Great video.

[Aedi_H._Dee]

I miss your videos. They’re genuinely the best restoration vids on here, and I still binge em from time to time.

[ayazahra]

I have a problem with insomnia and I just remembered that I used to watch your videos before bedtime because its very calming and it helps me drift to sleep. I’ve been checking your channel now and then to see if you’ve uploaded new videos because I’ve watched them all. I tried to watch other restoring channels but I dont love their videos the way I love yours. I just wanna say that I’ll be waiting for more uploads ☺️☺️

[gaiaonlinevim]

I was like "WAIT THERES MORE" at every turn! Making candy with it in the end was absolutely delightful oh my gOD. I may have said it before on a different video, but that powder painting and baking always is my favorite part watching it go from a powder to shiny. Absolute master at your craft and this came out stunning!

[davearthur]

That's one of the best things I've seen get restored, plus having the ability to make your own sweets. Absolutely Brilliant.

[TCH-SUPPRT]

I just watched some candymakers react to this restoration and im so happy to see people recognizing the effort you put into your restorations 💖

[covidious]

Told myself I would only watch a little bit, but ended up watching the whole video.I appreciate your time and effort you put into properly restoring items to their original splendor and beyond! Thanks great video

[magic]

You can imagine my delight at seeing this transformation, as Thomas Mills was my maternal great-grandfather! Thank you for your effort. It brought joy and wonder to me and my siblings to watch this.

[paulterhaar]

You turned an old machine into a piece of art! So much eye for detail, just amazing!!!
Thank you for sharing with us!

[ixchel]

Man, I miss this channel. Back in college when I was at my lowest and really close to suicide (nights were definitely the worst part of the day), these videos were the only thing that would lull me to sleep, years later I’m doing better and still grateful for them. This channel allowed me to turn the terrible thoughts off for a minute and focus on a great, satisfying and beautifully filmed restoration. Rescue and Restore, I hope you are doing great wherever you are!!! Thank you for everything!!!

[BeerdyBruceLeeCentral]

This man really knows his craft. Amazing restoration.

[VenVidiVici]

I had not thought that this level of restoration was even possible, it's damn near magic.

[Equetix]

At the start the candy roller looks so heavy and tough, but at the end it looks so delicate and fragile. This was truly amazing work

[ghostgem]

What surprises me is that you are the only restorer I've seen that does lead checks on things. Thank you for checking!