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Cyclus Tools Headset Press: A Restoration Journey
Project type
Tool Restoration
Date
August 2023
Location
London
When we acquired the Cyclus Tools headset press, it was a shadow of its former self, bearing signs of wear, rust, and years of use. Our aim was to bring it back to its original glory, ensuring not only aesthetic appeal but also functionality. Throughout this project, we faced challenges and learned valuable lessons. The result is a restored piece that not only speaks to the craftsmanship of the past but also our dedication to preserving such legacies.
![Original eBay Listing](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_21d5c80266b14328ae8f00fe6709843a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_21d5c80266b14328ae8f00fe6709843a~mv2.jpeg)
![Original eBay Listing](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_21d5c80266b14328ae8f00fe6709843a~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_21d5c80266b14328ae8f00fe6709843a~mv2.jpeg)
![Cyclus Tools Headset Press Before Restoration](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_1e1b416149834437a6a934d802b58709~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_1e1b416149834437a6a934d802b58709~mv2.jpeg)
![Cyclus Tools Headset Press Before Restoration](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_1e1b416149834437a6a934d802b58709~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_1e1b416149834437a6a934d802b58709~mv2.jpeg)
![Mid-restoration shot showcasing progress and cleaned parts.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_ceaddf61de6a49dfa2da9f5adfa97a04~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_ceaddf61de6a49dfa2da9f5adfa97a04~mv2.jpeg)
![Mid-restoration shot showcasing progress and cleaned parts.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_ceaddf61de6a49dfa2da9f5adfa97a04~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_ceaddf61de6a49dfa2da9f5adfa97a04~mv2.jpeg)
![Mid-restoration](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_7a3c60cf2a344918a589846b01e213cb~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_7a3c60cf2a344918a589846b01e213cb~mv2.jpeg)
![Mid-restoration](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_7a3c60cf2a344918a589846b01e213cb~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_7a3c60cf2a344918a589846b01e213cb~mv2.jpeg)
![Rust Removal](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_a8a7f146cac042fb922dd3c2975b0125~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_a8a7f146cac042fb922dd3c2975b0125~mv2.jpeg)
![Rust Removal](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_a8a7f146cac042fb922dd3c2975b0125~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_a8a7f146cac042fb922dd3c2975b0125~mv2.jpeg)
![Close-up of rusted parts before and after the restoration process](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_c60b1b9795094d279b4a54caa02c7432~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_c60b1b9795094d279b4a54caa02c7432~mv2.jpeg)
![Close-up of rusted parts before and after the restoration process](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_c60b1b9795094d279b4a54caa02c7432~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_c60b1b9795094d279b4a54caa02c7432~mv2.jpeg)
![Reassembly](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_1ca4cbf6d1ed4b37b019410daa1b14ef~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_1ca4cbf6d1ed4b37b019410daa1b14ef~mv2.jpeg)
![Reassembly](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_1ca4cbf6d1ed4b37b019410daa1b14ef~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_1ca4cbf6d1ed4b37b019410daa1b14ef~mv2.jpeg)
![Comparison of headset press before and after rust removal.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_8bfbafbb93394da099d3947cac64b2e1~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1,h_1,q_90/ae7c85_8bfbafbb93394da099d3947cac64b2e1~mv2.jpeg)
![Comparison of headset press before and after rust removal.](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae7c85_8bfbafbb93394da099d3947cac64b2e1~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_470,h_264,q_90/ae7c85_8bfbafbb93394da099d3947cac64b2e1~mv2.jpeg)
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