⌚︎ 1956 Bulova Vintage Wristwatch - Oh boy, this watch has PROBLEMS! The movement is trapped in the case and I can't get the crystal off to release it. The inside of the watch is coated with failed radioactive lume... and the split winding crown is hopelessly rusted into place. Can we fix it? Watch and see!
This was one of my most difficult wristwatch rescues! In this video I describe how to access the movement from a front-loading watch case by using a crystal lifter to remove the watch crystal. You'll see how I handle the debris caused by the failed radium luminous paint on the hands and dial. And I'll attempt to free a rusted winding stem that seems hopelessly frozen into place.
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