That was fantastic Richard. Very enjoyable watching a real craftsman at work. Liked the technique of holding/guiding the screw driver with the tweezers. I'm going to try that next time. Excellent vid.
Hi Paul ...Thank you so much for this brilliant feedback. Yes. curved tweezers as a brace is a pretty good tip when securing tiny screws ... it works even when you've got a great big camera lens hanging just above the watch! Thanks again, Richard
Richard, these videos are fascinating. Thank you for sharing. I'm amazed how you took a completely trashed watch and made it functional and beautiful again. I can't imagine what happened to this watch. Run over by a car? Dropped in the garbage disposal? Incredibly good work to restore it so well.
Your videos suddenly seem to have started popping up on my RUclips homepage. Good to see the master at work. ‘Hope you’re both well. Happy New Year! Jonathan
Hi Jonathan... Yes this latest video seems pretty popular so RUclips is promoting it widely I guess... All good here! Hope all good with you guys up North! Happy New year! Richard
I so much enjoy watching these restoration videos. I'm a novice at best but to watch someone working in the craft with your skills it's so educational. I have learned a lot every time I watch. Today just some simple polishing tricks, as I have a quartz Seiko and an old Timex to clean up and change batteries. Keep up the great work and I thank you for sharing these amazing videos with all of us in the watch world.
Hi Jimmy ...I do try to mix it up a little each time focusing on different apsects so very pleased that you are finding this useful. Thanks so much for this great feedback. Richard
What a difference and good restoration by your good self Richard, as always I really enjoyed watching the work you do on these lovely pieces to bring them back to life to be enjoyed for many more years to come . Amazing ! Thank you 😊
@@richardperrettwatchmaker I'd be interested to know what these restorations individually cost. Like Wheeler Dealers.. break down the repairs, parts, and services.
amazing, its exactly the watch i am wearing now. But can you explain for me why on my button it is the the crown logo with a " _ " while on your watch's button its : (two dots)
I like the cleanliness and discipline of your workplace or workstation. And the mastery over the watch repairing is no doubt excellent, i think you also believe in the slogan, ''nothing but the best''. i will share this video in my circle.
Wow! I can't begin to imagine the look on the owner's face when they saw the restored watch! That was a stunning restoration and I am so impressed with your videography. Really relaxing and interesting to watch!
Amazing result ! The slightly damaged crown is part of the history of the watch and definitely adds to its charm. I wonder what happened to it to cause such damage to the crystal; it must have been one hell of a blow (in every sense of the word).
I came across your channel whilst I was in jospital for 11pnths fighting Covid and then I started having devious kidney problems bur can I say watching you do what you do is an absolute art and one that I could watch all day long its diperb ot really is amd I want too thank you for sharing with all of us and I look gorward too more in the future m
Hi James... This was such a nice comment to receive, thank you so much! It is really wonderful to know that my efforts actually helped you during what sounds like a pretty epic fight in hospital. Stay tuned as i have more gently restorative films in the pipeline. Thanks again. Richard
That was more relaxing than sitting cross-legged in the middle of a Zen Garden whilst listening to the gentle sound of water splashing across pebbles. In my opinion.
Awesome to watch an artist in action. It was so effective to keep the conversation out and letting our eyes see it all unfold from the gruesome first looks at the terribly damaged Rolex to the finished beautiful looking Datejust. I can't imagine how much time you spent with the watch, but the outcome was simply great. I have so much respect for watchmakers and your performance was exceptional. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of the process.
HI John ... thanks you so much for this feedback it was very kind of you to take the trouble to give it and I am delighted you enjoyed this video. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Thank you for the reply. So how do I know what kind of movement is in my watch? I viewed one of your other videos, the 2-toned with the blue face and the “3135” movement. Such raves about the movement itself, I admire your passion but for me it’s like looking under the hood (bonnet as you would say) of a modern sports car. You know that it’s an engine but that’s about as far as it goes. I am in the market for another watch and I had no idea that there were different models of movements as well as the style of watch. Just want to know what to look for. Thank you for the great videos.
Nice!! Thanks for another great video. Love the Rolex restoration videos. Looks fantastic in the end, glad to see it wasn’t over polished. I think in doing so it maintains the “story” of the watch.
Thanks Gary .... yes the deeper scratches were left as 'shiny indentations' so it was not over done. I wanted to keep it authentic but replace the elegance that disappearance when a watch is too battered. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Richard - I often say mediocrity is everywhere but excellence is rare! Clearly you are excellent at your craft and a true professional and gentleman. I am a yank and love your country across the pond - an American but think British. I am fortunate to have a fine Rolex collection and would not hesitate in utilizing your craft if ever needed. At the risk of being possibly too intrusive with my question you know us yanks :-) can you assure authentic Rolex parts; or as you have stated it is hit or miss my concern is for obvious reasons and hope my question does not offend. I truly enjoy your videos and look forward to more! Happy Holidays! Paul - Boston, MA
Hi Lobby lobster ... Thanks firstly for the support and for saying nice things about the UK! I cannot 'assure' genuine Rolex parts because as an independent watchmaker I do not have nor can I currently get a Rolex parts account. Such things dreams are made of. The implication is however less significant than you might think. Sometimes Geniune parts are available from a variety of sources and there is a strong market in generic parts which on the whole are very good. This is how independents operate. The advantage we have over a Rolex Service Centre is cost and a much more personal service. We can do exactly as you direct and keep you informed at every stage. Hope this answers your question and thank you for asking it so nicely! Richard
Wow.. Very impressive. Tremendous dexterity and steady handwork . As a skilled tradesman I can appreciate the meticulous nature of your craft.. salud👍..
Paused my movie to watch this. Love the videos. They are relaxing and educational. Thanks for your sharing your knowledge with the world. Do you have Patreon? I would support the channel.
Hi All Things M3 ... Thank you so much I am very pleased you like my stuff wand find it relaxing as that is the intention! The best way to support is to become a member of my website. www.richardperrett.com/membership-join/ this also gives access to my 'Watch World Explorer' tool. Hope this is useful and thanks again. Richard
Congrats on a million views for this one Richard .Must be a proud moment for any youtuber .You made the big time ! Greetings from bright but chilly Carmarthen ,have a great weekend .
Its wonderful to see the watch being transformed to its former beauty. There seems to be no limit . . . to the rescue services . . . available for a Rolex. Thanks for the video.
شكرا جزيلا لك Assou على هذه التعليقات الرائعة. أنا سعيد لأن عملي قد تمت مشاهدته والاستمتاع به في العالم الناطق باللغة العربية ، وهو ما أحترمه كثيرًا. ريتشارد
It amazes me that so many Rolex watches are mistreated and need massive restoration. But I guess if you are rich enough to afford a Rolex, you can always buy another one to replace the one(s) you destroy. Great video and beautiful work restoring this fine watch.
Hi Ben.. I think a lot of Rolex watches are worn everyday for decades and don't, like other watches, end up in a drawer after a year. This means they often meet a traumatic incident because statistically it it just more likely that eventually they will. Interestingly they can normally be restored to normal function and go back on the wrist for another 4,000 days before the next incident. However some very rich folks collect these watches and in this scenario my hypothesis collapses! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Grazie mille! Penso che tu abbia ragione Naos Puppis! Ci sono molti grandi orologiai là fuori migliori di me di sicuro. Mi piace molto imparare e cercare di migliorare ogni giorno, quindi questo messaggio mi dice che spero di avere molto piacere da questo a venire. Grazie mille per esserti preso la briga di fornire questa valutazione accurata. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Sei gentilissimo e mi fa molto piacere che tu non ti sia offeso per la mia critica. Mi fai sentire in colpa per quanto io ho scritto prima, ciao buona serata e buon weekend.
Well spotted tom .... it was loose as I was too focused on getting the shot and thought I had canned it. When I checked the footage it was 'not ideal'. But I liked it from a entertainment perspective so I left it in. The process is to stake the rotor is what I was trying to get across. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
This video was interesting. I've watched so many professional watchmaker videos, it's nice seeing someone working at a hobbyist/amateur level take on a project like this.
Hi Scott Marta ... Interestingly this project was a whole a lot easier than the 19th Century Solid Gold Minute Repeater that I restored. Now that was a project! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
I'm struggling through my third year of college, and though I'm sure this life is certainly more befitting of a man that's already done a thing or two, such as yourself, I can't help but dream of what it would be like to follow my heart and be a watchmaker. Is there any route or path that a young person could take to have a livable career doing this that wouldn't result in eventual regret and boredom? I'm certain regardless that someday I'll have the pleasure of doing a fraction of the work you get to do. Your passion truly comes through in all of your videos.
Hi Samuel ... I think all any of us have is 'now'. When I was your age I wanted to be a soldier so that is what I did. It suited me and so I stuck to it. In your position I think the same applies, if you have a passion now then that 'now' trumps everything else because you have no idea what the future holds or even, sorry to say this but it's important, if it will ever come. None of us do. We have today and that is it, nothing more. Regret I think most often stems when people do not follow their passion and instinct and do what the think the 'ought to do' or what others expect of them. This eventually leads to resentment, bitterness and regret. So maybe that helps with the decision in the direction to take but it immediately throws up the question of how to make it work. Our situations are very different, I have an Army pension so even if I fail to fix a single watch in a month I still get to eat something. There is more risk in your situation unless you have a private income in which case it's a 'no brainer'. My advice is to follow you passion but not to take on too many financial responsibilities as these will limit your agility. You need a warm, tidy, dust free place to set up your bench and then you need to do what it takes to keep you infront of that bench. In the early days that might include a second job part time somewhere. But trust me, you get good at this craft and discipline and you work out a way of letting folks know you are good at it and the work will come. More of it than you can handle for sure. Watchmakers are pretty scarce and 98% of men on the planet love watches (the othe 2% just like them) so the math in terms of market saturation (lack of it) is stark. So Samuel I figure you follow you passion and do what it takes to succeed at it, you will need to practice a lot to become proficient so you will find out soon enough if the reality meets the expectation. If it does good, if not re-evaluate and do something else that you want to do. I fix watches too! Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Wow, I can't thank you enough for your response Richard. That's wonderful guidance for anything. I know watchmaking can always be a hobby, and you've really illustrated just what it takes to make it a life. Definitely an arrow to keep in the quiver. Seriously, thank you for your kind and generous words!
When I bought my oyster perpetual, the guy in Watches of Switzerland said, " never play golf with it on" as that's the worst thing you can do to an automatic watch! how much truth there is in that I don't know, I Have swum several thousand miles of front crawl in it since 1968 without any damage to the self winding movement though! Great Video Richard, thank you, Must be nice to have one's watch serviced by someone you can trust. Last time mine was serviced (Goldsmiths) whoever did it, forgot to replace the crown seal, I thought there was something wrong, as when I wound it in, it stopped with a "clunk" rather than a nice soft feel. First time in the pool, it got full of water! Wasn't happy at all!
Why did you clean the dial with the hands on it? And not after uninstalling thos? The hole under piece when you press the axle was too big, you can deform the stainless piece.
Work of art and pure craftsmanship. Just a quick couple of questions if I may, did you not move the tape over to the gold links and mop the stainless? A trizac belt would have blended in the those stainless potholes quickly prior to mopping.I did notice you didn't ultrasonic to clean the bracelet and tackled the soap removal with cotton buds and, i guess, acetone? I appreciate this is a cut down version. Thanks
Hi Tommy 6882... Thanks so much for taking the trouble to give this feedback. Very pleased these videos remind you of Wales in addition to the interest in watches. Thanks again. Richard
Great video. I love the precision and beauty of the piece. I can't imagine how much the tools you need cost. Definitely not items one would pick up at Walmart or Home Depot.
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Saved another beautiful timepiece for many years to come. Great video, thank you, Richard.
Thank you so much John... Great to hear from you! Richard
I think we all love when the ballance get's it's place and everything start's running. Beautiful
It never fails to delight! thanks for the feedback. Richard
Do you have a shop to items can be brought from
That was fantastic Richard. Very enjoyable watching a real craftsman at work. Liked the technique of holding/guiding the screw driver with the tweezers. I'm going to try that next time. Excellent vid.
Hi Paul ...Thank you so much for this brilliant feedback. Yes. curved tweezers as a brace is a pretty good tip when securing tiny screws ... it works even when you've got a great big camera lens hanging just above the watch! Thanks again, Richard
Richard, these videos are fascinating. Thank you for sharing. I'm amazed how you took a completely trashed watch and made it functional and beautiful again. I can't imagine what happened to this watch. Run over by a car? Dropped in the garbage disposal? Incredibly good work to restore it so well.
Your videos suddenly seem to have started popping up on my RUclips homepage. Good to see the master at work. ‘Hope you’re both well. Happy New Year! Jonathan
Hi Jonathan... Yes this latest video seems pretty popular so RUclips is promoting it widely I guess... All good here! Hope all good with you guys up North! Happy New year! Richard
I so much enjoy watching these restoration videos. I'm a novice at best but to watch someone working in the craft with your skills it's so educational. I have learned a lot every time I watch. Today just some simple polishing tricks, as I have a quartz Seiko and an old Timex to clean up and change batteries. Keep up the great work and I thank you for sharing these amazing videos with all of us in the watch world.
Hi Jimmy ...I do try to mix it up a little each time focusing on different apsects so very pleased that you are finding this useful. Thanks so much for this great feedback. Richard
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What a difference and good restoration by your good self Richard, as always I really enjoyed watching the work you do on these lovely pieces to bring them back to life to be enjoyed for many more years to come . Amazing ! Thank you 😊
Hi John... This is my most watched video I think. Good to hear from you! Richard
Goodness knows how it got into that state, but fortunately, Sir Perrett comes to the rescue, excellent work.
Hi IAN ... it can happen in an instant I guess but yes it is nice to be able to bring it all back to how it should be. Richard
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I'd be interested to know what these restorations individually cost. Like Wheeler Dealers.. break down the repairs, parts, and services.
Is there a speck on the dial bottom left of the #4 indices, and between it and the #5 indices at 22:31?
Thank you for the video. Appreciating my Rolexes so much more now.
amazing, its exactly the watch i am wearing now. But can you explain for me why on my button it is the the crown logo with a " _ " while on your watch's button its : (two dots)
MAestro .
Gracias por dejarnos ver tu trabajo . impresionante.
Watched this again and I always pick something up I’ve missed previously!! 🚒👍
I like the cleanliness and discipline of your workplace or workstation. And the mastery over the watch repairing is no doubt excellent, i think you also believe in the slogan, ''nothing but the best''. i will share this video in my circle.
Hi SyedAhmed! Great feedback thank you and thank you also for sharing. Richard
Wow! I can't begin to imagine the look on the owner's face when they saw the restored watch! That was a stunning restoration and I am so impressed with your videography. Really relaxing and interesting to watch!
Great. Makes me appreciate great workmanship and craftsmanship.
Amazing result ! The slightly damaged crown is part of the history of the watch and definitely adds to its charm.
I wonder what happened to it to cause such damage to the crystal; it must have been one hell of a blow (in every sense of the word).
I came across your channel whilst I was in jospital for 11pnths fighting Covid and then I started having devious kidney problems bur can I say watching you do what you do is an absolute art and one that I could watch all day long its diperb ot really is amd I want too thank you for sharing with all of us and I look gorward too more in the future m
Hi James... This was such a nice comment to receive, thank you so much! It is really wonderful to know that my efforts actually helped you during what sounds like a pretty epic fight in hospital. Stay tuned as i have more gently restorative films in the pipeline. Thanks again. Richard
That was more relaxing than sitting cross-legged in the middle of a Zen Garden whilst
listening to the gentle sound of water splashing across pebbles.
In my opinion.
Awesome to watch an artist in action. It was so effective to keep the conversation out and letting our eyes see it all unfold from the gruesome first looks at the terribly damaged Rolex to the finished beautiful looking Datejust. I can't imagine how much time you spent with the watch, but the outcome was simply great. I have so much respect for watchmakers and your performance was exceptional. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of the process.
HI John ... thanks you so much for this feedback it was very kind of you to take the trouble to give it and I am delighted you enjoyed this video. Richard
Your videos have become quite addictive. Whether it be a Vostok or a Rolex, your presentation and the quality of work shown is wonderful to watch.
Thanks Dave... Very pleased you are enjoying my videos and thanks for the great feedback. Richard
Hi Richard, once again a superb presentation of your skills. Thank you and keep em coming!
Thank you so much Nicholas! It's great to get feedback like this so it is much appreciated. Richard
I love a good watch restoration video,chilling time 👍
Some great macro photography and another beautiful restoration👍
Rose gold and stainless. Don’t think I have ever seen that combination before. Good video.
Hi The Dom ... I think the Rose Gold and Stainless steel really works nicely on this piece. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Thank you for the reply. So how do I know what kind of movement is in my watch? I viewed one of your other videos, the 2-toned with the blue face and the “3135” movement. Such raves about the movement itself, I admire your passion but for me it’s like looking under the hood (bonnet as you would say) of a modern sports car. You know that it’s an engine but that’s about as far as it goes. I am in the market for another watch and I had no idea that there were different models of movements as well as the style of watch. Just want to know what to look for. Thank you for the great videos.
Another beautiful service and restoration Richard. Thanks for sharing your skills with us. John
Hi Supercruze! Good to hear from you! And thanks for this great feedback. Richard
There's just something about a rose gold date just that fascinates me. Great upload!
Amazing work....you gave the watch spirit 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Великолепная работа настоящего мастера. Браво.
Cada maestrillo con su librillo
Buena labor 🤝👏👏👏
Sr. RICHARD
Great work - nice steady hands
I hope the owner will have MORE RESPECT for a Rolex in the future.The craftmanship that goes into these watches is maticulous.You did a very nice job.
It has been like new.
Congratulations, a perfect job.
Nice!! Thanks for another great video. Love the Rolex restoration videos. Looks fantastic in the end, glad to see it wasn’t over polished. I think in doing so it maintains the “story” of the watch.
Thanks Gary .... yes the deeper scratches were left as 'shiny indentations' so it was not over done. I wanted to keep it authentic but replace the elegance that disappearance when a watch is too battered. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Wow! Superb workmanship. Thanks for posting. 👍
Poor Rolex i love watching these kinds of vids these watch makers have the patience of a saint
Very nice super closeup shots!
Richard - I often say mediocrity is everywhere but excellence is rare! Clearly you are excellent at your craft and a true professional and gentleman. I am a yank and love your country across the pond - an American but think British. I am fortunate to have a fine Rolex collection and would not hesitate in utilizing your craft if ever needed. At the risk of being possibly too intrusive with my question you know us yanks :-) can you assure authentic Rolex parts; or as you have stated it is hit or miss my concern is for obvious reasons and hope my question does not offend. I truly enjoy your videos and look forward to more! Happy Holidays! Paul - Boston, MA
Hi Lobby lobster ... Thanks firstly for the support and for saying nice things about the UK! I cannot 'assure' genuine Rolex parts because as an independent watchmaker I do not have nor can I currently get a Rolex parts account. Such things dreams are made of. The implication is however less significant than you might think. Sometimes Geniune parts are available from a variety of sources and there is a strong market in generic parts which on the whole are very good. This is how independents operate. The advantage we have over a Rolex Service Centre is cost and a much more personal service. We can do exactly as you direct and keep you informed at every stage. Hope this answers your question and thank you for asking it so nicely! Richard
Un chef d'oeuvre cette montre et elle est dans des mains très qualifiées.
Wow.. Very impressive. Tremendous dexterity and steady handwork . As a skilled tradesman I can appreciate the meticulous nature of your craft.. salud👍..
Thank you so much Salvador.. Its always nice to get good feedback from fellow engineers! Much Appreciated! Richard
4:07 Something reminds me of this precise movement. Namely, when I once pulled out a tick that was stuck in his neck for a friend. :))
Paused my movie to watch this. Love the videos. They are relaxing and educational. Thanks for your sharing your knowledge with the world. Do you have Patreon? I would support the channel.
Hi All Things M3 ... Thank you so much I am very pleased you like my stuff wand find it relaxing as that is the intention! The best way to support is to become a member of my website. www.richardperrett.com/membership-join/ this also gives access to my 'Watch World Explorer' tool. Hope this is useful and thanks again. Richard
Congrats on a million views for this one Richard .Must be a proud moment for any youtuber .You made the big time ! Greetings from bright but chilly Carmarthen ,have a great weekend .
ruclips.net/video/MRN38gkXw3U/видео.html ,
Absolut amazing.....No seen better .....Please more
After having insomnia for 2 days i found the cure!! Thank you!!!! Awesome video
Amazing work!!! Great video!!
21:20 - that axle is still loose after you pressed it in.
There is a gap around it.
How could that work?
Amazing restoration 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Its wonderful to see the watch being transformed to its former beauty.
There seems to be no limit . . . to the rescue services . . . available for a Rolex.
Thanks for the video.
أنت تُبدع فى عملك ونحن أيضاً نستمتع معك. شكراً جزيلاً لك
شكرا جزيلا لك Assou على هذه التعليقات الرائعة. أنا سعيد لأن عملي قد تمت مشاهدته والاستمتاع به في العالم الناطق باللغة العربية ، وهو ما أحترمه كثيرًا. ريتشارد
Very nice video 2 watch it gives u d insight dat rolex watches are not indestructible since d price tags comes with it thank u 4 sharing ds info
*_The music starting at _**_20:16_**_ is great_*
I expected Woody Allen and his Jazz Band to make an appearance!
Hi Joe ... I got it from the RUclips audio library; it has some really nice music. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
It amazes me that so many Rolex watches are mistreated and need massive restoration. But I guess if you are rich enough to afford a Rolex, you can always buy another one to replace the one(s) you destroy. Great video and beautiful work restoring this fine watch.
Hi Ben.. I think a lot of Rolex watches are worn everyday for decades and don't, like other watches, end up in a drawer after a year. This means they often meet a traumatic incident because statistically it it just more likely that eventually they will. Interestingly they can normally be restored to normal function and go back on the wrist for another 4,000 days before the next incident. However some very rich folks collect these watches and in this scenario my hypothesis collapses! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Superb Richard:)
Thank you so much for taking a moment to give this encouraging feedback Rajesh! Much appreciated. Richard
hi what is the cleaning fluid you are using in the ultra sonic
Great video.Thanks for sharing.🙏🏼
Stunning work and beautiful production.
Please invite the jackdaws back!
'Recertified'.
Thank you so much Glenn ... haha! the Jackdaws are pretty noisy sometimes and right outside my workshop window! Thanks again . Richard
_BRAVO. Savršeno odrađeno._ 👍👍👍
Que gran trabajo de un gran maestro relojero, saludos desde Buenos Aires, Argentina 👍
¡Muchas gracias Rafael! Sus comentarios son muy apreciados. ¡Saludos a Argentina desde Gales! Ricardo
@@richardperrettwatchmaker que siga bien, gracias, saludos
Great restoration. Excellent craftsmanship.
Very pleased you enjoyed this Enlightened Illuminsti and than you for this great feedback. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Thank you for taking the time and sharing your experience and skills. You're very welcome.
In September I go to watchmaker school and learn this job💥
Nice work!
Fine work on a worthy timepiece.
Thanks for posting.
Thanks so much for this feedback Steve. very much appreciate you taking a moment to engage on this. Richard
Ho visto restauratori e mastri orologiai molto più preparati e professionali..hai ancora molto da imparare!
Grazie mille! Penso che tu abbia ragione Naos Puppis! Ci sono molti grandi orologiai là fuori migliori di me di sicuro. Mi piace molto imparare e cercare di migliorare ogni giorno, quindi questo messaggio mi dice che spero di avere molto piacere da questo a venire. Grazie mille per esserti preso la briga di fornire questa valutazione accurata. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Sei gentilissimo e mi fa molto piacere che tu non ti sia offeso per la mia critica. Mi fai sentire in colpa per quanto io ho scritto prima, ciao buona serata e buon weekend.
So worth watching!
I really love seeing inside these Rolex movements.
Hi Discount Ovid... Me too! I am lucky to work these beautiful mechanisms. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Brilliant work Richard!
All the best
Thanks so much Yasha V... Great to hear from you! Richard
Well Done bro 👏👏👏
Brilliant & Bravo!
That self winder shaft looked loose , does it get centre dabbed or something , as it came out of the press it was wobbly. 21:23
Well spotted tom .... it was loose as I was too focused on getting the shot and thought I had canned it. When I checked the footage it was 'not ideal'. But I liked it from a entertainment perspective so I left it in. The process is to stake the rotor is what I was trying to get across. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
The finishing of those parts is amazing. Can see the quality of Rolex there
Lovely restoration and great video !!!
Thanks so much Habits and Hology! Richard
This video was interesting. I've watched so many professional watchmaker videos, it's nice seeing someone working at a hobbyist/amateur level take on a project like this.
Hi Scott Marta ... Interestingly this project was a whole a lot easier than the 19th Century Solid Gold Minute Repeater that I restored. Now that was a project! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Richard, beautiful work by your efforts. Highly commendable. Great video
Phenomenal video. Bravo
Amazing work!
I'm struggling through my third year of college, and though I'm sure this life is certainly more befitting of a man that's already done a thing or two, such as yourself, I can't help but dream of what it would be like to follow my heart and be a watchmaker. Is there any route or path that a young person could take to have a livable career doing this that wouldn't result in eventual regret and boredom? I'm certain regardless that someday I'll have the pleasure of doing a fraction of the work you get to do. Your passion truly comes through in all of your videos.
Hi Samuel ... I think all any of us have is 'now'. When I was your age I wanted to be a soldier so that is what I did. It suited me and so I stuck to it. In your position I think the same applies, if you have a passion now then that 'now' trumps everything else because you have no idea what the future holds or even, sorry to say this but it's important, if it will ever come. None of us do. We have today and that is it, nothing more. Regret I think most often stems when people do not follow their passion and instinct and do what the think the 'ought to do' or what others expect of them. This eventually leads to resentment, bitterness and regret. So maybe that helps with the decision in the direction to take but it immediately throws up the question of how to make it work. Our situations are very different, I have an Army pension so even if I fail to fix a single watch in a month I still get to eat something. There is more risk in your situation unless you have a private income in which case it's a 'no brainer'. My advice is to follow you passion but not to take on too many financial responsibilities as these will limit your agility. You need a warm, tidy, dust free place to set up your bench and then you need to do what it takes to keep you infront of that bench. In the early days that might include a second job part time somewhere. But trust me, you get good at this craft and discipline and you work out a way of letting folks know you are good at it and the work will come. More of it than you can handle for sure. Watchmakers are pretty scarce and 98% of men on the planet love watches (the othe 2% just like them) so the math in terms of market saturation (lack of it) is stark. So Samuel I figure you follow you passion and do what it takes to succeed at it, you will need to practice a lot to become proficient so you will find out soon enough if the reality meets the expectation. If it does good, if not re-evaluate and do something else that you want to do. I fix watches too! Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Wow, I can't thank you enough for your response Richard. That's wonderful guidance for anything. I know watchmaking can always be a hobby, and you've really illustrated just what it takes to make it a life. Definitely an arrow to keep in the quiver. Seriously, thank you for your kind and generous words!
Muy importante ,me gusta los Relojes desde poca edad casi siempre miro las pajinas y por cada restauracion de un Relo.
amazing job so far and what happend to the watch for it to be so damaged
Excellent service
This was AWESOME!! But you ruined a good ending with the music lol.
Keep up the good work, and I’ll be sure to look out for new videos.
Amazing ! Great video :)
Love watching the master working out how to fix great pieces of time as such …. Fantastic 👍🏻
When I bought my oyster perpetual, the guy in Watches of Switzerland said, " never play golf with it on" as that's the worst thing you can do to an automatic watch! how much truth there is in that I don't know, I Have swum several thousand miles of front crawl in it since 1968 without any damage to the self winding movement though! Great Video Richard, thank you, Must be nice to have one's watch serviced by someone you can trust. Last time mine was serviced (Goldsmiths) whoever did it, forgot to replace the crown seal, I thought there was something wrong, as when I wound it in, it stopped with a "clunk" rather than a nice soft feel. First time in the pool, it got full of water! Wasn't happy at all!
Why did you clean the dial with the hands on it? And not after uninstalling thos? The hole under piece when you press the axle was too big, you can deform the stainless piece.
I like how you use tea infusers to hold parts in ultrasonic cleaner.
Love to watch your videos... Awesome I'll enjoyed it a lot... You are great, hoping you need an apprentice, glad to be a volunteer...
Work of art and pure craftsmanship.
Just a quick couple of questions if I may, did you not move the tape over to the gold links and mop the stainless? A trizac belt would have blended in the those stainless potholes quickly prior to mopping.I did notice you didn't ultrasonic to clean the bracelet and tackled the soap removal with cotton buds and, i guess, acetone? I appreciate this is a cut down version.
Thanks
Hello, I have Rolex Daytona bezel two tone. I scratched my bezel and the glass.. how much around to repair it?
Hello im from the U.S. i really like your vids i lived in colwyn bay for a few years i love wales keep the vids coming . best regards Tommy
Hi Tommy 6882... Thanks so much for taking the trouble to give this feedback. Very pleased these videos remind you of Wales in addition to the interest in watches. Thanks again. Richard
Well done! Beautiful watch inside and out.
So pleased you enjoyed this Eldon! Richard
Excellent video very interesting and entertaining 👍 thanks Richard
Thanks so much James and thank you for taking the time to say so! Much appreciated. Richard
Good job.
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Black stuff possibly metal shavings from the rotor?
Hi fendershocks84... That's what I figured in the end. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
100%
without words and without comment, everyone understood the difference between people watching.
Brilliant video, very interesting and entertaining. Thanks so much
Thanks so much Marcus! Richard
Wonderful job! I would like one just like this
very hard working sir..
Great video. I love the precision and beauty of the piece.
I can't imagine how much the tools you need cost. Definitely not items one would pick up at Walmart or Home Depot.
Thanks Robert ... yes there's pretty much a precision tool for every task and they are not cheap. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
watching this relieves my stress in life.