Simply delightful, strait to the point, educational video! Thank you for your efforts to put together these videos. I am a budding horologist and have a diverse background in model building, electrical engineering and electronics manufacturing. I simply love the world of analogue watches and the engineering therein. Thanks for educating me and doing it in a very helpful forum. Good bless.
Hi I'm new to this so please bear with me. Is there different size watch stems for different watches and if so how do you find the right one for a perticular watch.
I’ve learnt loads about watch repairs from your videos, the MOST important being leave repairing to an expert like yourself! Signed - Collector of loose cogs, screws and springs
Mark, I think you're a star. I've seen just about all your video's and you have inspired me to buy a set of tools and a few scrap watches to practice on. Many thanks
Perfect solved a headache for me and a fair chunk of change, subscribed and pushed the bell. Fantastic Chanel so direct and importantly simple instructions for a nonse like me.
Thank you for this tutorial! I needed to fix the minute hand of my watch and didn't know how to have access to it... until I watched your video! Repair done!
Thank you so much, that was a money saver, my crystal was fogged and looked awful, I removed the stem and cleaned it, looks real good now. Thank you so much for the help.
Hi Ferdinand. I would guess that the front bezel needs to be removed and the dial and movement will come out through the front. If you like you can post pictures and the question on my forum (link in the description) and I will take a look :)
hey, i need help, its about junghans 620.02 movement. i was setting time and rotating crown progressively became harder and harder... now im afraid to turn it more.. how do i pull crown out ? little screw is moving in contra direction when pulling crown out compared to one shown in this video 5:38 , does that mean i have to unscrew it in contra direction too ?
Thank you my friend, I have just taken my first crown and stem from my Dads Oris. Had to take the plunge in order to get to the dial and I was very apprehensive about the whole thing but thanks to this video I managed fine, getting the stem back in was more problematic than taking it out lol
Great Video. I always wanted to learn how to change the dial and the hand sets of a watch. Love the vintage look and want to experiment with a cheap watch before handling an expensive swiss movement. I will cheek out the forum to learn as much as I can.
Do you HAVE to press/hold the release button whilst inserting, otherwise you do damage? Because I inserted the stem back in without pressing/holding on the release button. I had to turn / fiddle the screw a bit but it went in pretty easily and the watch is working well.
That is the best youtube video for anyone who desires to find out about this topic. You understand a lot its almost hard to argue with you (not that I actually would needHaHa). You definitely put a brand new spin on a subject thats been written about for years. Nice stuff, simply nice!
Are there some crown and Stern that you just need to pull hard to get it out. I mean that there is no scrwe to turn you need to turn to release the stern.?
Thank you Mark. I bought an invicta (seiko automatic) form an internet site and it arrived this morning. I was pleased with the watch except it had fog inside the glass. I tried warming it gently but it must have been a cold day when they made it and it wouldn't budge. Anyway clip 2 of yours was closest and I took out the stem and cleaned the glass. Many thanks.
Thanks very much for this. After first watching this I was getting worried that my mechanical watch didn't have one of the stem release mechanisms you refer to. But on closer (much closer !) inspection I found a little sprung plunger, just like the one in your video. It really is small though ! I've now finally been able to clean the inside of the crown glass (cotton buds and Isopropyl alcohol). :)
Very educational. How would you remove the crown and stem on a one piece case type watch like the early cartier santos or the ladies omega seamaster cosmic?
Mark, Thanks to this video removing the stem from many different movements has been straight forward. I have a question not quite on the subject, but related. Normally there are screws or plastic spacer to hold the movement in the case. I am currently working on a watch that has neither, and I am baffled as to how to remove the movement from the case. Because it's a rather large watch (Ingersoll IN1602 Caliber635), there's a steel spacer that seems un-moveable b/ween the movement & the case.
I'm looking for information on the repair of the 17 jewel Incabloc movement used in smaller wristwatches during the 50s. Do you have any such information or suggestions?
I have a kinetic watch (similar to the 2nd demonstration) that has a broken crown stem at the end of the threads, which is inside. I haven't the means of pulling the crown to expose the release "screw" as you demonstrated. How might I remove the broken piece to proceed with replacing the stem? Your videos are very interesting and thank you for posting them.
Awesome video! What type of tool set do you use and where did you get it? I usually see these dual-purpose eyeglass/watch tool sets that I doubt are useful. Does anybody have any suggestions?
Bergeon is a widely used brand in the trade. I find the cheap loupes are acceptable but screwdrivers, tweezers, bracelet pin tools you get what you pay for.
very informative my son has a 4 year old hamilton automatic movement watch hisstem falls out constantly can you tell me if it would be screw or lever stem holder
I've recently watched your video so I could take out the crown on my shenhua automatic watch. Everything seemed to be going well, but once I put it back in my watch doesn't seem to do anything. I can't adjust the time or anything. What could be the cause of that (other then me screwing it up obviously).....Something out of alignment, bent, broken, and what piece is potentially damaged? I know I messed something up, but instead of causing even more damage looking in all the wrong places I was hoping you could steer me in the right possible direction. Thank you for the great video.
Very informative video. Thanks for shareing knowledge. What king of winder comes in rado D-STAR is it push or screw type? It got free didn't adjust time and comes out without doing anything. Can you help me in this case?
Have you done a video on an ETA 2836-2 movement, crown and stem removal. Removal from watch case. Dial removal..etc. Love the mechanical rolexy types. Great tutorial videos.
Thank you this really helped me! One of the dots that displays where the numbers are came of and was rattling around inside, so this was really the most complicated bit.
Thank you Sir! I wanted to remove some dust off my dial and clean the pushers on my vintage Speedy. To remove the stem at 1 1/3 turns didn’t work. Finally it took me about 2 1/2 turns to get it finally out. Is this normal for a 861 movement?
I am building a watch using a Miyota 825A movment, I have researched the removal and refitting of the stem from a variety of sites, but still unsure if the watch should be in time setting, date setting of winding setting when removing the stem. I want to be confident that when I have removed it, will go back in okay. I have built 2 other watches from your recordings using the seagull ST36 series movements. The Miyota is a different beast, can you please give me your opinion.
Hi there, I have a watch with a bolt screw similar to the first movement you are showing. I think I unscrewed the bolt too far. Now the stem won't go back in - any suggestions? Thanks
I'm thinking about changing the dial on an off-brand Chinese watch and it struck me that I have no idea how to get the crown and stem out. This is very helpful.
@Watch Repair CHannel Hi Mark. I'm just wondering how robust or sturdy the stem locking mechanism for watches are these days. I'm paranoid that out of the many times I've plucked out the crown to set the time in my Hamilton after setting it aside for a while, might I be damaging the lock mechanism overtime? Or should I have no reason to worry?
Is it possible that the screw for the winder doesn't move when you remove and insert the crown? I want to remove the stem so I can remove the movement but I can't seem to locate any loving part when I pull out the crown.
I have an Aldo watch, not expensive but it means so much to me. I have been looking at it for so long, trying to figure out how i can get the crown out... Still i dont know how... Can i send you a picture if it and see if you know?
My mechanical watch stopped keeping time is there a simple procedure that I can do to get it to work again? Common causes(rotar not stuck). Could this just be a matter of adjusting the regulator? Thank you.
Mark, I have an issue where my stem no longer stays in. Almost as if the button in permanent pressed. Is this due to me pushing too hard? Do you have a video which rectifys the problem? Many thanks in advance. Tom
great tutorials, can you tell me how to remove the crown of a NAUTICA N10090, the crown is protected by the metal case and it can´t be pull out. is not an expensive watch but want to try. thanks a lot
Hello Love your channel. My name is Bruno, I have a problem with a 837 Hamilton movement. The stem release has been push to hard ino the movement and can not get the stem back in. this watch has day and date so to see the other side of the movement i will have to remove this? correct? if i do remove the date and date will i be able to fix the release from that side of do i need to try and take watch apart ....i find it hard to do as a hobbiest? any thoughs? Thank you
Hello, Sir. You have really fascinating videos I have little question please. I own a buler ocean conqueror watch i want to repair it because it seems to have a broken stem. Although, I am not a watch repairer i like to repair it. Well i can not locate the bolt or the screw of the stem. The watch has something like a button near to the stem but it does nothing when i press down it slightly. I would be appreciated for any suggestion
Hi there this is an excellent video thanks for this. I have a question for you. Can the stem/crown when tightened on an automatic watch make the self-winding rotor stiff and not wind properly? I have a Tissot PRC200 automatic chronograph with this problem. When the crown is tight, the rotor becomes very stiff (on winding direction) and thus not building enough reserve with normal usage. This in turn causes the watch to stop after a week of continuous use. But when the crown is not tight like just 2 turns out of case before it pops out the the rotor starts to spin smoothly winding the movement. Is there anything you can suggest or have you seen an issue like this before? I think the movement is C01.211. Thanks :)
I'm working with a Seiko 7f39 moon phase movement. It has two stems. The first stem had a pusher. I cannot figure out the second stem. Have you ever had any experience with this movement?
after removing the stem, when i wind the crown the hands now move round like i am setting the time... has the Bolt piece fallen out or am i just not replacing the stem correctly? Thanks
I’m having a hard time removing the stem it’s a tag heuer aquaracer 300 meters with jewels I know you’re the expert where can I find the release button or screw? Thanks
Hello Sir, I would like to ask regarding a problem occurred to my seiko vk63A cal movement. I found out the hour hand and the minute hand did not align correctly when it was 12 ( both of them were a few degree off each other) , then I tried to move the hour hand and it was hard to move. However, I force push it and suddenly, it loose. the second hand(located at 6 o'clock) is moving and the hour hand is tightly secured. I couldn't find the problem and I tried to dissemble it ( very tough operation) and assemble it accordingly given by technical guide lay out but still the hour hand including the 24-hour hand (located at 3 o'clock) loose. I've been searching the problem anywhere and watched all your videos but still I couldn't find what causes the hour hand and 24 hour hand loose. they move freely as such when i rotate the watch. I need your opinion on this problem. Thank you for your time and concern.
I have an automatic Omega but the winder does not wind on the hands. I have tried removing and reinserting the winder but still does not wind on. Any advice on what I should do. Thanks.
Hi, i have an old 1911 trench watch the type with a button you have to push when you turn the crown to change the hands, tried to turn the little screw up to two turn's and pull the crown and stem out it will not come out, do i have to push the button as well to get it out ? topped up pulling the crown off, not a crown that screws on think it was glued on :( do you know how to get the stem out of this one please ?
Hi, i have a blancpain villeret 40mm watch in stainless steel 2 years old (2020) watch and i noticed that it is stiff when i try to wind it. It has 72 hours power reserve. Example: When i wind it, it is tight.. I have to pull out the crown then i have to push it back in, in order for it to be buttery smooth when i wind it. It keeps excellent time BUT it is just stiff/tight if i wind it without pulling out the crown and pushing it back in first.. feels like resistance.. Any idea on what could it be? I dont have warranty. My jlc reverso is so smooth , i dont have to pull out crown and push back in for it to be smooth wind. Which type of silicone/oil for the crown gasket do you recommend?
Hi, I have a vintage self-wind Timex that is stamped Timex Great Britain 7A59 on the back case, I can't seem to find the bolt screw/lever. Can you help? Regards Tom
I wonder if you could help me? I have an old omega pocket watch them the stem has pulled out of and it won’t go back in? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
Thank you so much for the warning at 1:00 and going through what one would have to do to reattach the bolt piece. I thought I'd broken my watch! (yep, I unscrewed it all the way... all better now)
I got this cheap chinese watch but the winder is really stiff in both ways and also in adjusting time. its not worth getting serviced but maybe it needs a drop of oil somewere?
Even after 11 years this video still helps. Thanks for posting.
Thank you for the clarity of the video and the calmness of your voice. Very helpful.
Dude, I've learned how to diy most of my simple watch repairs by watching your videos!
Out of all the watch repair shows that I watch yours is the best. You explain very well
Simply delightful, strait to the point, educational video! Thank you for your efforts to put together these videos. I am a budding horologist and have a diverse background in model building, electrical engineering and electronics manufacturing. I simply love the world of analogue watches and the engineering therein. Thanks for educating me and doing it in a very helpful forum. Good bless.
Hi I'm new to this so please bear with me.
Is there different size watch stems for different watches and if so how do you find the right one for a perticular watch.
Thank You! Your voice is very soothing to listen too when so many are very shrill.
I’ve learnt loads about watch repairs from your videos, the MOST important being leave repairing to an expert like yourself!
Signed - Collector of loose cogs, screws and springs
Mark, I think you're a star. I've seen just about all your video's and you have inspired me to buy a set of tools and a few scrap watches to practice on. Many thanks
been a collector for years i'm finally working my way into the watch, these are so helpful and interesting, thanks for the education.
Perfect solved a headache for me and a fair chunk of change, subscribed and pushed the bell. Fantastic Chanel so direct and importantly simple instructions for a nonse like me.
Thank you for this tutorial! I needed to fix the minute hand of my watch and didn't know how to have access to it... until I watched your video! Repair done!
Ive always wanted to repair my ol Gino Franco watch with Isa 8181 movement. It was your video that helped me to remove the stem and crown! Huge thanks
Thank you so much, that was a money saver, my crystal was fogged and looked awful, I removed the stem and cleaned it, looks real good now. Thank you so much for the help.
Fantastically clear filming and commentary. Thank you for sharing your obvious expertise. Very helpful.
Hi Ferdinand. I would guess that the front bezel needs to be removed and the dial and movement will come out through the front. If you like you can post pictures and the question on my forum (link in the description) and I will take a look :)
Do you have a guide on how to put the crown back in if you happened to unscrew the screw all the way?
Very good well spoken and at the right speed. Also praise for the clear sharp close up shots. Nice work. Thanks
hey, i need help, its about junghans 620.02 movement. i was setting time and rotating crown progressively became harder and harder... now im afraid to turn it more.. how do i pull crown out ? little screw is moving in contra direction when pulling crown out compared to one shown in this video 5:38 , does that mean i have to unscrew it in contra direction too ?
Thank you my friend, I have just taken my first crown and stem from my Dads Oris. Had to take the plunge in order to get to the dial and I was very apprehensive about the whole thing but thanks to this video I managed fine, getting the stem back in was more problematic than taking it out lol
Hi Malcombo, it's very satisfying when you nail it.
Great Video. I always wanted to learn how to change the dial and the hand sets of a watch. Love the vintage look and want to experiment with a cheap watch before handling an expensive swiss movement. I will cheek out the forum to learn as much as I can.
Do you HAVE to press/hold the release button whilst inserting, otherwise you do damage?
Because I inserted the stem back in without pressing/holding on the release button.
I had to turn / fiddle the screw a bit but it went in pretty easily and the watch is working well.
That is the best youtube video for anyone who desires to find out about this topic. You understand a lot its almost hard to argue with you (not that I actually would needHaHa). You definitely put a brand new spin on a subject thats been written about for years. Nice stuff, simply nice!
Are there some crown and Stern that you just need to pull hard to get it out. I mean that there is no scrwe to turn you need to turn to release the stern.?
Perfect! Thank you very much for this informative video, I was able to fix my watch myself thanks to this
Thank you Mark. I bought an invicta (seiko automatic) form an internet site and it arrived this morning. I was pleased with the watch except it had fog inside the glass. I tried warming it gently but it must have been a cold day when they made it and it wouldn't budge. Anyway clip 2 of yours was closest and I took out the stem and cleaned the glass. Many thanks.
as some one just getting into watches your videos are a great help
That's good to know Ray :)
Thanks very much for this. After first watching this I was getting worried that my mechanical watch didn't have one of the stem release mechanisms you refer to. But on closer (much closer !) inspection I found a little sprung plunger, just like the one in your video. It really is small though !
I've now finally been able to clean the inside of the crown glass (cotton buds and Isopropyl alcohol). :)
Very educational. How would you remove the crown and stem on a one piece case type watch like the early cartier santos or the ladies omega seamaster cosmic?
Straight to the point excellent teacher for novices
Mark, Thanks to this video removing the stem from many different movements has been straight forward. I have a question not quite on the subject, but related. Normally there are screws or plastic spacer to hold the movement in the case. I am currently working on a watch that has neither, and I am baffled as to how to remove the movement from the case. Because it's a rather large watch (Ingersoll IN1602 Caliber635), there's a steel spacer that seems un-moveable b/ween the movement & the case.
Thank you so much Peter My minute hand had come lose And I could not figure out how to take the crown out to fix it
Thank you Mark. How about a split stem? Often used in watches with closed back.
Hello, do you have or know of a video on how to replace a winder on a pocket watch? Thanks alot for your help!
Thank you so much! You saved me useless and even dangerous trials. Thanks to your tip I could go straight right to the point!
Wonderfully narrated and filmed. A great learning tool. Can you service a Rolex Air-King and a President. Much appreciated.
do you have to lubrate the stem when you return it back to position after wiping down a cloudy glass.
Very good, I searched a lot for a video like that.
Do you have any video, showing you how to lubricate a watch machine?
Sorry my english poor
I'm looking for information on the repair of the 17 jewel Incabloc movement used in smaller wristwatches during the 50s. Do you have any such information or suggestions?
I have a kinetic watch (similar to the 2nd demonstration) that has a broken crown stem at the end of the threads, which is inside. I haven't the means of pulling the crown to expose the release "screw" as you demonstrated. How might I remove the broken piece to proceed with replacing the stem? Your videos are very interesting and thank you for posting them.
Awesome video! What type of tool set do you use and where did you get it? I usually see these dual-purpose eyeglass/watch tool sets that I doubt are useful. Does anybody have any suggestions?
Bergeon is a widely used brand in the trade. I find the cheap loupes are acceptable but screwdrivers, tweezers, bracelet pin tools you get what you pay for.
Glad I saw your clip. Was wondering why the winder was stuck.
Thanks Peter. I'm laying foundations for future videos.
Very helpful in repairing my watch and most important, avoiding pains.
Do u have to press button down to put stem back in?
very informative my son has a 4 year old hamilton automatic movement watch hisstem falls out constantly can you tell me if it would be screw or lever stem holder
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I've recently watched your video so I could take out the crown on my shenhua automatic watch. Everything seemed to be going well, but once I put it back in my watch doesn't seem to do anything. I can't adjust the time or anything.
What could be the cause of that (other then me screwing it up obviously).....Something out of alignment, bent, broken, and what piece is potentially damaged?
I know I messed something up, but instead of causing even more damage looking in all the wrong places I was hoping you could steer me in the right possible direction.
Thank you for the great video.
Very informative video. Thanks for shareing knowledge. What king of winder comes in rado D-STAR is it push or screw type? It got free didn't adjust time and comes out without doing anything. Can you help me in this case?
Is there a video how do we screw the bolt back in, once we disassemble dial and hands?Thanks
Have you done a video on an ETA 2836-2 movement, crown and stem removal. Removal from watch case. Dial removal..etc. Love the mechanical rolexy types. Great tutorial videos.
Thanks for sharing the knowledge, my friend. Exactly what I needed to see!
Thank you this really helped me! One of the dots that displays where the numbers are came of and was rattling around inside, so this was really the most complicated bit.
Relaxing watching you repair watches, thumbs up
If the spring holding the stem doesn't go with it (the small metal click when you pull out the stem) can you still take the stem out?
Excellent quality video I've always wanted to clean the inner glass thanks again 👍
Really helpful, thanks! The minute hand on my watch disengaged and the repair man wanted to break the glass and replace it.
Find a different repairer.
That was no repairman!!
Who was the repairman? Captain Caveman?
Excellent! I got a 2nd hand watch, and the dial was slightly off centre. Ive now just fixed it myself - cheers!
Brilliant tip with demonstrations! Great video!
Thanks! You saved me from breaking my watch taking it apart to fix a minute hand that fell off after a fall.
Thank you Sir!
I wanted to remove some dust off my dial and clean the pushers on my vintage Speedy. To remove the stem at 1 1/3 turns didn’t work. Finally it took me about 2 1/2 turns to get it finally out. Is this normal for a 861 movement?
Coming Soon thank you!
I am building a watch using a Miyota 825A movment, I have researched the removal and refitting of the stem from a variety of sites, but still unsure if the watch should be in time setting, date setting of winding setting when removing the stem. I want to be confident that when I have removed it, will go back in okay. I have built 2 other watches from your recordings using the seagull ST36 series movements. The Miyota is a different beast, can you please give me your opinion.
Can you advise how to open back cover of tissot seven automatic watch?
Hi there,
I have a watch with a bolt screw similar to the first movement you are showing. I think I unscrewed the bolt too far. Now the stem won't go back in - any suggestions?
Thanks
the dial and hands will need to come off so you can align the setting lever with the screw.
hi, any idea how easily to remove the winding stem from vintage omega geneve back in 60-70s?
I'm thinking about changing the dial on an off-brand Chinese watch and it struck me that I have no idea how to get the crown and stem out. This is very helpful.
@Watch Repair CHannel
Hi Mark. I'm just wondering how robust or sturdy the stem locking mechanism for watches are these days. I'm paranoid that out of the many times I've plucked out the crown to set the time in my Hamilton after setting it aside for a while, might I be damaging the lock mechanism overtime? Or should I have no reason to worry?
Is it possible that the screw for the winder doesn't move when you remove and insert the crown? I want to remove the stem so I can remove the movement but I can't seem to locate any loving part when I pull out the crown.
I have an Aldo watch, not expensive but it means so much to me. I have been looking at it for so long, trying to figure out how i can get the crown out... Still i dont know how... Can i send you a picture if it and see if you know?
My mechanical watch stopped keeping time is there a simple procedure that I can do to get it to work again? Common causes(rotar not stuck). Could this just be a matter of adjusting the regulator? Thank you.
Mark, I have an issue where my stem no longer stays in. Almost as if the button in permanent pressed. Is this due to me pushing too hard? Do you have a video which rectifys the problem? Many thanks in advance. Tom
great tutorials, can you tell me how to remove the crown of a NAUTICA N10090, the crown is protected by the metal case and it can´t be pull out. is not an expensive watch but want to try. thanks a lot
Hello Love your channel.
My name is Bruno, I have a problem with a 837 Hamilton movement. The stem release has been push to hard ino the movement and can not get the stem back in. this watch has day and date so to see the other side of the movement i will have to remove this? correct? if i do remove the date and date will i be able to fix the release from that side of do i need to try and take watch apart ....i find it hard to do as a hobbiest? any thoughs?
Thank you
Hello, Sir.
You have really fascinating videos I have little question please. I own a buler ocean conqueror watch i want to repair it because it seems to have a broken stem. Although, I am not a watch repairer i like to repair it. Well i can not locate the bolt or the screw of the stem. The watch has something like a button near to the stem but it does nothing when i press down it slightly. I would be appreciated for any suggestion
Hi there this is an excellent video thanks for this. I have a question for you. Can the stem/crown when tightened on an automatic watch make the self-winding rotor stiff and not wind properly? I have a Tissot PRC200 automatic chronograph with this problem. When the crown is tight, the rotor becomes very stiff (on winding direction) and thus not building enough reserve with normal usage. This in turn causes the watch to stop after a week of continuous use. But when the crown is not tight like just 2 turns out of case before it pops out the the rotor starts to spin smoothly winding the movement. Is there anything you can suggest or have you seen an issue like this before? I think the movement is C01.211. Thanks :)
I'm working with a Seiko 7f39 moon phase movement. It has two stems. The first stem had a pusher. I cannot figure out the second stem. Have you ever had any experience with this movement?
Hi I have a new Tudor heritage crono but the crown is a little stiff when I pull it right out to set the time is this normal?
after removing the stem, when i wind the crown the hands now move round like i am setting the time... has the Bolt piece fallen out or am i just not replacing the stem correctly? Thanks
I’m having a hard time removing the stem it’s a tag heuer aquaracer 300 meters with jewels I know you’re the expert where can I find the release button or screw? Thanks
I needed to change the case of my watch and this was very helpful.
Thank you very much!
Hi Mark I am struggling with a mirvaine quarts swiss watch to take the winder out any idea how please.
Hello, what is the size of screwdrivers that you use? Which number it is?
Hello Sir,
I would like to ask regarding a problem occurred to my seiko vk63A cal movement. I found out the hour hand and the minute hand did not align correctly when it was 12 ( both of them were a few degree off each other) , then I tried to move the hour hand and it was hard to move. However, I force push it and suddenly, it loose. the second hand(located at 6 o'clock) is moving and the hour hand is tightly secured. I couldn't find the problem and I tried to dissemble it ( very tough operation) and assemble it accordingly given by technical guide lay out but still the hour hand including the 24-hour hand (located at 3 o'clock) loose.
I've been searching the problem anywhere and watched all your videos but still I couldn't find what causes the hour hand and 24 hour hand loose. they move freely as such when i rotate the watch.
I need your opinion on this problem. Thank you for your time and concern.
This seemed very thorough and informative , thank you.
I have an automatic Omega but the winder does not wind on the hands. I have tried removing and reinserting the winder but still does not wind on.
Any advice on what I should do.
Thanks.
Hi, i have an old 1911 trench watch the type with a button you have to push when you turn the crown to change the hands, tried to turn the little screw up to two turn's and pull the crown and stem out it will not come out, do i have to push the button as well to get it out ?
topped up pulling the crown off, not a crown that screws on think it was glued on :( do you know how to get the stem out of this one please ?
Hi, i have a blancpain villeret 40mm watch in stainless steel 2 years old (2020) watch and i noticed that it is stiff when i try to wind it. It has 72 hours power reserve.
Example: When i wind it, it is tight..
I have to pull out the crown then i have to push it back in, in order for it to be buttery smooth when i wind it. It keeps excellent time BUT it is just stiff/tight if i wind it without pulling out the crown and pushing it back in first.. feels like resistance..
Any idea on what could it be? I dont have warranty.
My jlc reverso is so smooth , i dont have to pull out crown and push back in for it to be smooth wind.
Which type of silicone/oil for the crown gasket do you recommend?
helped me with my old Seiko forever grateful
Hello can you please help me ? How you remove the crown on a stuhrling centurion automatic watch .
Hello, can you help me about my sector expander 210 please.
How to take the crown out?
Thanks a lot for this video. I managed to fix my watch for free.
Brilliant! My Movement had a small push down mechanism, would never have thought of that.. Cheers!
Hi, I have a vintage self-wind Timex that is stamped Timex Great Britain 7A59 on the back case, I can't seem to find the bolt screw/lever. Can you help? Regards Tom
I've released the bolt piece.... 😞 can you make a video showing hiw to reassemble please ?
I wonder if you could help me? I have an old omega pocket watch them the stem has pulled out of and it won’t go back in? Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
Nice video! Great filming. Very helpful. And so Watchable!!!!!
I would love to see you work on a dirty minuite repeater fusee. Thanks from Thailand Paul
Thank you so much for the warning at 1:00 and going through what one would have to do to reattach the bolt piece. I thought I'd broken my watch! (yep, I unscrewed it all the way... all better now)
Thanks a lot, i just needed to ajust the hands and it worked so well
I got this cheap chinese watch but the winder is really stiff in both ways and also in adjusting time.
its not worth getting serviced but maybe it needs a drop of oil somewere?
How do you free off a very still winder. Tissot seastar. Cheers, love your channel.