Wooden Metronome Restoration

[ChPLAT]

Hi folks,

I haven't posted in the forums for a while but thought I would post a YouTube video I made up for some feedback.

1950's Wooden Metronome Restoration - YouTube (https://youtu.be/vsx-t4fUGQA)


https://youtu.be/vsx-t4fUGQA

It was my first time using shellac on a proper job and I know it could have been done better.

Constructive criticism is appreciated!

Thanks,

[LanceC]

Interesting watch. The grain pattern on the front door looks rather different between the pre and post. Was there a veneer which you sanded through?

If there was a veneer, I am interested in your thought process as to why you chose to remove the veneer as opposed to stripping and re-applying shellac to retain the original appearance. I know you mentioned that the finish was in poor condition, and perhaps you're not a fan of wabi-sabi, so preferred a clean finish. No right or wrong, I'm just interested in different perspectives when it comes to people's restoration views.

Lovely pacing of the video. It was very easy to watch. Well done.

[John Saxton]

Nice restoration, well done

[ChPLAT]

Interesting watch. The grain pattern on the front door looks rather different between the pre and post. Was there a veneer which you sanded through?

If there was a veneer, I am interested in your thought process as to why you chose to remove the veneer as opposed to stripping and re-applying shellac to retain the original appearance. I know you mentioned that the finish was in poor condition, and perhaps you're not a fan of wabi-sabi, so preferred a clean finish. No right or wrong, I'm just interested in different perspectives when it comes to people's restoration views.

Lovely pacing of the video. It was very easy to watch. Well done.

I hadn't noticed much of a change in person. Definitely solid and no veneer, otherwise I would have tried a different approach instead risking rubbing through. I haven't come across the term wabi-sabi before but that is more my style. Thanks for the feedback!

[russ57]

Similar to one in my restore/repair pile.
Mine is missing the sliding weight.
Would it be possible for you to measure and weigh it for me? Should at least get me in the ballpark to start a replacement.
I assume it is brass?

Thanks
Russell

[yvan]

Interesting watch. The grain pattern on the front door looks rather different between the pre and post. Was there a veneer which you sanded through?

If there was a veneer, I am interested in your thought process as to why you chose to remove the veneer as opposed to stripping and re-applying shellac to retain the original appearance. I know you mentioned that the finish was in poor condition, and perhaps you're not a fan of wabi-sabi, so preferred a clean finish. No right or wrong, I'm just interested in different perspectives when it comes to people's restoration views.

Lovely pacing of the video. It was very easy to watch. Well done.

For a minute there, I thought he was referring to wasabi and was wondering what effect it would give on one's finish !?!?! :D

[ChPLAT]

Similar to one in my restore/repair pile.
Mine is missing the sliding weight.
Would it be possible for you to measure and weigh it for me? Should at least get me in the ballpark to start a replacement.
I assume it is brass?

Thanks
Russell

I will go measure for you when I get a chance (it's at a musician mates place). Super light but made of steel. They have some adjustment built in so even if you're off, it should be usable.

[russ57]

That would be great.
Probably the weight would be most useful if you are able to.