104 Years Old Cooking Stove Restoration - Why Did They Stop Producing Them?

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In this video, I restore an old rusty cooking stove made in France in the 1920s. More about the restoration process: It was very challenging but rewarding, as usual, and I learned a lot about cooking stoves! The little stove was in disrepair when I got it. The fuel tank was damaged entirely and couldn't be used anymore; it had a considerable hole that required a lot of skill and patience to repair, as well as many dents and a missing lid. The inside mechanism was utterly gone, too, and I had to rebuild it from scratch. If you want to learn more about this antique French stove, I encourage you to watch this video. When I saw it, even though I was shocked at how bad it looked, full of dents, bends, rust, and burn! The most challenging part was the tank, which had a wick stuck inside and many holes.
After removing the rust, the parts were painted with heat-resistant paint, and I polished all the beautiful brass parts. At the end of the video, I made a test so you can see how it works! More about the camping/cooking stove: It was manufactured by the famous F. VULIN et Cie, Réchaud à pétrole 'AZUREA,' at the beginning of 19 century. I hope I have caught everything, but if you have any questions, you can comment, and I'll get back to you! Cheers! Johnny.

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All Comments (21)

@rustyshadesrestoration 14 days ago

Hi folks! I hope you will enjoy how this sweet stove turned out! Please let me know what you would like to see me restoring next!? Cheers! Johnny
@lanaistheneworange3013 13 days ago

Besides restoration skills, this guy has a sharp memory. He remembers components' positions while dismantling them.
@dianeladico1769 14 days ago

Amazing. People who restore old things to their former glory deserve a special place in this world. Thank you.
@TheParkAttendant 14 days ago

When they built this thing, they sure never intended that it be taken apart.
@lorig4871 14 days ago

Because if they make things that last a long time ,they can't sell you a new one every short time. Planned obsolescence.
@user-dz8dg6ey8g 14 days ago

Прекрасная и в тоже время очень кропотливая реставрация. Итог превзошёл все ожидания. Керосинка ожила. Спасибо за видос, лайк.
@jamesellsworth9673 14 days ago

This is not only a tour de force of craftsmanship; it is a labor of love. The result is magnificent. Imagine the pleasure and pride in the family when this item was introduced to their home!
@gerryhuntman 14 days ago

Excellent restoration and honouring the original parts where you could. Kudos!
@Ci-Me122... 14 days ago

First of all Johnny, thank you for saving these relics of the past. Secondly, I appreciate the time ,patience and care that you take with each piece you restore. Lastly, your craftsmanship is above and beyond, and I can tell you take great pride in your work, so bravo to you sir, I applaud you. Thank you for all you do, and I can hardly wait for your next treasure to be resurrected. Cheers from Canada!
@spartakvvtv 14 days ago

Блестящая работа! Не отрываясь смотрел до конца!
@mangamaniaciam 13 days ago

I must say that your dedication to this restoration project was definitely inspiring! I like that you chose to use high-temp paint to help make the finish more durable!!😁👍
@samposebe9 5 days ago

Вот человек. Другим зла не делает. Занимается любимым делом. Поднимает настроение. Моё почтение 🤝
@mred8002 14 days ago

Reminds me of tent camping seventy years ago, with breakfast cooked on a Coleman stove. Everything tasted better! Lovely and useful piece. You have far more skill and patience than most of us.
@scottschenk5456 14 days ago

Utility stove designated for portabilllity. My stove was utilized as a heater for irons in laundries and millenary industres.❤
@petersage5157 14 days ago

Nice work. These are sometimes referred to as bachelor grillers, and while the functionality is typically split across toaster ovens, hot plates, and griddles these days, we've never stopped making these beauties. While somewhat uncommon, there are actually a few modern electric models that include a toaster oven, a griddle, and a drip coffee maker.
@Dan.d649 14 days ago

Wonderful job restoring this rare antique relic. I'm sure it can be worth a lot after you masterfully restored it to a pristine condition. Great work!!
@dennislogan6781 13 days ago

That is such a cool thing to own. I guess it's the Victorian era Coleman camping stove. Great work.
@user-qz9bn2lh7e 14 days ago

Желаю вам собрать маленький музей таких милых вещей. Эти вещи были сделаны с душой. И имеют свою ценность.
@johnettehaines6291 24 minutes ago

I love to see old things brought back to life for use again.
@grahamturner5963 14 days ago

That's a fascinating rebuild 👍 Amazing that something so old can be made to work again. As always, your care and attention to detail is spot on