Cleaver Restoration [Black Cleaver With Ebony Handle]

New Project, new technique! I used a new technique again in the restoration of this rusty cleaver. With iron (III) chloride and coffee I blackened the rusty cleaver. I made the new handle out of ebony, which now revealed a completely black cleaver. Restoring the old cleaver required me to drill, sand, file, remove rust and glue. I found this old hand tool again on a flea market website and really wanted to have it.

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The cleaver was extremely rusty, so I used rust remover and a screwdriver to remove the rough rust. I used electrolysis to remove the remaining rust. I then used an angle grinder to make the rough contour and on the belt grinder. I ground down the sides until no pitting was visible, up to a grit of 1000. Using a jig and a grindstone, I resharpened the cleaver. Now I dipped the old hand tool in iron (III) chloride and coffee. The new wooden handle is made of ebony. Now all that was left was to assemble everything and the black cleaver was ready.

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I used the following tools: screwdriver, wire brush, rust remover spray, hacksaw, magnetic bowl, lab power supply, sodium hydrogen carbonate, pencil, ruler, angle grinder, cordless screwdriver, drill, belt sander, orbital sander, sandpaper, grindstone, chisel, instant coffee, two component glue, steel wool

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[hunterkill]

For anyone trying to recreate this process. Be careful doing electrolysis on salt water. This reaction produce a small amount of chlorine gas, so make sure it is done in a large, well ventilated space

[jackmooney]

That is not rust my friend that is a slab of concrete.

[The-Rest-of-Us]

I’m amazed how great the stainless steel substance under all that rust still was

[vessel__]

I swear it’s always these kinds of videos that I chose to watch instead of sleeping. Couldn’t have found a better one.

[Hyperious_in_the_air]

Wow. This thing looked like it was at the bottom of the ocean for 50 years, amazing how well it turned out

[zachwithrock]

No idea how I got recommended this but what a treat. Awesome to see the craftsmanship at play, keep up the great work!

[AidenTRP]

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[selenopheria]

It really is astounding what you can do. Many, many people would call that beyond help and just toss it. That sort of thing simply looks beyond repair.

[soelysoeiro]

I love watching videos like these because it's fascinating the results after all process. Besides, it's like a therapy: the environment is so quite, calm and the noises from machines are not loud. All movements are well done and very slow. All of this together, give me a feeling of peace and I fell sleepy.

[Xenomorg]

Videos like this make me happy to be alive in a time where these niche crafts can be seen and appreciated by people. A hundred years ago someone like me who works in a completely different industry might have gone their whole life without seeing a restoration. There's also something in seeing an old forgotten tool be brought back for a chance at a second life. Thank you and please keep doing what you're doing.

[fzhnjne]

Outstanding transformation. Had no idea there was so much metal left.. Ficou lindo demais amei.

[oldgamerdejavu]

I have no knowledge of restoring old knives like this, but it’s easy to see that this craftsman/artesian has a ton of knowledge about restoring knives like this and I feel so lucky to have seen this video. Truly amazing work.

[wafflesmet]

My intention was just to see a few minutes but when you electrocuted the steel… I was hooked! The final result was bloody amazing! And apparently I missed wooden work more than i knew. I will definitely use saw dust in glue from now on. Amazing work.

[alexanderwierzbicki]

you see this is the definition of amazing. This really shows what we can accomplish anything with patience and dedecation.
Keep it up i bet you inspiard many!

[Tacosareneat]

Adding dust to the glue so it matches the handle is GENIUS. I'm stealing that idea

[alux]

This was fascinating to watch! Keep posting!

[TheAmazingBladezo]

Super-impressive, meticulous in every respect, fascinating, satisfying, and just beautiful to watch. Great job!

[meiguess]

I know this is from four months ago so you might not see, but here’s a few suggestions that might help you (though I’m sure you’ve likely learned since then):
-to prevent the “scratched” look, you could wet send with P1200 and/or use a rubbing compound (the latter will really help out a mirror finish)
-the handle is a bit chunky, but that’s no problem at all if it fits in *your* hands well. However I would mention that the front end should be less thick than the back, even with the ergonomic fit. This is just so that you can keep a solid hold on the knife and it won’t go flying, should you give something a good whack with it. Not so much for comfort, just for safety.
-I think there may have been a slight warp in the handle? Or maybe the raw ebony that you laid the handle on was warped and the handle was straight. I honestly don’t know 😂 either way, doesn’t matter too much as long as the end result works, and it definitely does! Good job!

Overall you did a really, really great job! I loved the stains and the handle came together REALLY nicely. I never would have thought of adding ebony dust to the glue to match the color! Definitely earned a sub from me 💜

[jaidonesmckibbwan]

I love how this channel doesn't even try to be an ASMR (sometimes)but at the same its so satisfying to watch!


Thx for the like btw

[rohitrath]

I was completely mesmerized for 18 mins... beautiful - the process, the presentation, the product - everything.