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The mechanical mind of Steve Fletcher is put to the test by some vintage grocer’s scales brought in by Tamzin Grayson-Gaunt from Nottingham. This very special heirloom was used daily by her late father, as he cooked for the family but they are no longer fit for purpose. The dial is chipped, the glass is cracked, and the mechanism is shot. The scales spark precious childhood memories of her much missed father and the many happy times they’d bake together. She’d dearly love to use them again and continue the tradition with her family. Steve dismantles the inner workings and blitzes all the rust and grime. Clock dial restorer Cindy Welland tackles all the flaking paint and carefully replaces in the missing digits. The instrument is reassembled, calibrated and given a new lease of life. Derek Lee from Stockport brings an art deco leather handbag that unlocked the secrets of his early childhood for leather expert Susie Fletcher and silversmith Brenton West. It needs some serious TLC. Derek was just two years old when he lost his mum. His only connection to her exists through this bag, that she once owned and the precious photos kept inside it. Susie breathes life back into the worn-out leather and creates a new shoulder strap, as the original had gone missing long ago. While Brenton turns his attention to straightening and polishing the metal frame. And woodwork expert Will Kirk undertakes the repair of an ornamental Egyptian table, when Sarah Thomas and her dad Ray arrive with a piece of their family history. The brass-topped folding table was brought back by her grandfather from North Africa, where he lived as a child. The engraved brass is dull and tarnished, and many of the ornate wooden carvings that comprise the base and legs have been crushed to pieces. Will spends hours recreating the elaborate fretwork. It’s a fiddly task, but Will rises to the challenge. Brenton gets the polish out and transforms the brass top panel.
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I think this one is a repeat.
“. . . Unlocked the secrets . . .of the universe 😄
I smile when I get the notification “my show is on!” 😊
They need a heater in there! They seem cold so often. I'd hate to do precision work while shivering
already thought of a joke Steve is weighing in on his options
I know how Steve feels. I've got tools that belonged to my Father and Grandfather. I use many of them today, and always feel that connection.
Thank you.
I love this show. I never miss if I can help it❤
Well done, love the stories❣️
Awesome job and Susie you did great and Jay definitely have a big heart Steve nice job on the scale and Will and Brenton very pleased how the table came out all the emotions made me smile and cry I just love this program ❤❤❤
Tears again. I love this show . Unbelievable how caring these artists are. The picture of the man’s mom.was so touching .
I love this show-the only thing: I see people come in with old photos that could use work to, to restore them-I see these &, being a photo restorer, would love to get my hands on some of them to fix & restore for the people.
Ok… you got me with the photo of Derek and his mother. What a lovely touch in addition to fixing his mom’s purse. A tip of the hat 🎩 to everyone associated with this show! You all do such important work that matters… Bless you all… ! Peace… 🌜🌞🌛
I'm 68 years old. I saw a picture of my grand parents for the first time last Christmas. I didn't even know their names.
Move on. Next!
Yay! 🤙🏻
The steadiness of every hand is phenomenal!
The bag is going to break me. 😢 Yep 😭
I’m overwhelmed. Just astonished. The healing these broken items bring when fixed by caring, competent hands. Moist eyed here. Grateful for these programs and uploads. Grateful.
never cease to be amazed at Will's superb craftsmanship – making those tiny bead size things on the lathe for that table …..wow !
I absolutely love this show I can't wait until the next one
Lots of fiddly work for Will in this one!