This is my Omega watch! Marshall, thanks so much for the video and doing such a wonderful job cleaning and refurbishing it. My wife and I just watched the video this evening and we enjoyed your narration and seeing all the work you put into restoring it to good working condition once again. The watch has meant a lot to me over the years and I’m sure my grandson will enjoy wearing it too. You’re a master at what you do and it’s amazing seeing you maneuver all those minuscule parts.
What a great gift. Checks a lot of boxes; value, history, sentiment, heirloom. Hopefully the grandson will appreciate it and even better, pass it on again.
Yours is a dead ringer for my own Seamaster Deville -- I'm not the original owner, though (it was an anniversary gift from my wife, and made the year I was born). I hope your grandson treasures it as much as I do mine.
My father gave me his father's 1909 Elgin pocket watch when i was 10. I'm now 60 and realized I've been sitting on this watch for a life time. Your videos have motivated me to find a watchmaker and get it running before i pass it to my son.
This one choked me up a little. My father-in-law, whom I was very close to, had an Omega Seamaster that he picked up while in the Navy in 1966. Not a De Ville, but it still looked very similar except for an alligator band. After he passed, my wife had it serviced and gave it to me for Father's Day. I'm not ashamed to admit I cried.
I swear I just LOVE how you never assume a barrier to entry of knowledge, explain things every time, and just keep encouraging people that they CAN enter this hobby.
One of the only channels i genuinely smile and get excited to see a new video :) ok. time to actually relax for 41 minutes 🤙🏽 Thank you for your efforts! 🙏🏽
this is such an amazing video! My Grandfather received a 1969 DeVille for his 50th birthday (in 1969). My grandmother passed a few months ago, and we found the watch in a drawer. I brought it home from France, and currently getting it serviced and will wear it going forward. What an amazing coincidence.
@Dirkxke it is very classy. They were french so I ordered a strap from France and from ebay I got a vintage omega buckle. The balance wheel had to be replaced so it'll be a bit to repair, but I'm happy with it.
It's funny that you post this video now, because I just got back my grandfathers Omega Seamaster from 1960 from the watchmakers. The watch is a 18k gold Omega Seamaster automatic which grandfather got gifted when he graduated high school in 1961, and he rarely wore it, only on special occasions. He got another nice watch (a gold tone Baume&Mercier Quartz) for his 50th birthday I believe, so he hasn't really worn the Omega for about 30 years because the B&M is much thinner, so it felt more comfortable under a dress shirt. For that reason, it hadn't been worn or serviced for 30-40 years and didn't run anymore. When I told him I recently got into watches around easter this year, he immediately wanted to give me his Omega. I got it to a watchmakers, there were some hiccups so it took a little longer, but they serviced the movement, replaced a couple of parts that needed replacement, replaced the crystal with an original Omega one (apparently the crystal had been replaced previously with a non-genuine one), and re-PVD'd the (original Omega) buckle. Now it's back, and it looks and works perfect. This is the one watch which I will definitely never sell my entire life, and, when time comes, pass on to my children or grandchildren.
What a fantastic video. The narration, camera angles, close ups, and of course the watch are all just beautiful. As an omega owner I hope mine looks and runs as good as this in 50 years time.
Marshall, my grandfather was a watchmaker and he allowed me to assist sometimes when I was a tweenager. I didn't do anything super-complicated, but I was allowed to clean cases with the ultrasound and do some polishing, and once in a while, oil a cap jewel. :-) I have some of his tools (loupes and screwdrivers and the small anvil). You've inspired me to get some of the tools I'm missing. Then I'll start buying Omegas and Seikos and the odd pocket watch and get going,
I really love how you enjoy every single time you reinsert the main spring with your spring winding tool - these are my favorite parts of your videos! Of course the video itself is fantastic as always - keep up the good work!
DUDE. Your website is about to make my first steps into this hobby SO much easier, and be able to happen sooner probably! For as much as you say you’re just a hobbyist as well, the amount of work you gotta be putting into this channel, all so people can watch and enjoy this hobby before they even start it, is so admirable. And its easy to tell you do this because you find so much joy and satisfaction from it. And then creating quite possibly the most convenient website to get into watch making on top of it? Thank you so much Marshal!
I've got one of those. My Dad found it at Dorval airport near Montreal in '69. We turned it in to the RCMP but no one claimed it. It works but needs a stem and a good clean
Marshall, You're the guy. I never thought in a million years I'd enjoy watching someone take apart a watch and put it back together. I don't even OWN a watch anymore. If I won the lottery, sure I'd buy a nice one but I really don't see myself *needing* one. Having SAID that, I've seen every single video of yours, often more than once. And your channel is the ONLY watch restoration channel I need. Everything you do in your videos is absolute video gold. If I ever find myself with the opportunity to refer a friend or acquaintance to your channel or website, you know I will. This sounds like a really fun hobby for those who want to try it :) Thank you for doing what you do.
These omega movements are sick! They look so nice... I have an old Speedmaster with a Kaliber 321 movement from the 1960s and it still runs decent. They really are endless time-pieces...
I sat completely fascinated for 42 minutes. You're a great story teller, Marshall. Thanks for the web site. I plan to retire next year, and may have found the hobby that will occupy a good portion of my time when I'm not out fishing or golfing.
I always enjoy watching you servicing an Omega since I grew-up in a watchmakers family and live only a 15 minute drive from Omega's HQ in Switzerland. Great job, great channel 👍🏼.
As always love and enjoy your videos! Just a quick tip from a watchmaking student here… you need to cut the amount of lube you put in each piece by 50%. This is because if you put too much (very close to the amount you are putting) it will do the opposite job and it will disperse that oil everywhere and attract unnecessary dust that can get stuck and therefore affect time keeping as well as the wear of the gears and pivots. Also I don’t expect you to know this, but when you lubed the cap jewel and you put them together you can see that it isn’t a round ring of oil. Instead it goes on the side and that’s what we call the “banana”. This is caused by putting too big of a drop on the jewel so it will not get squished properly by the cap so it basically pushed the oil to the sides and none is left for the pivot. I hope I served some help!
The idea of passing it on is lovely, but how much nicer to get it serviced and pass it on now? Why wait? Enjoy the gift as a giver as well. Otherwise, the day he got that watch will be bittersweet instead of just all sweet. I say that to all of you. I had my grandfather's pocket watch for 50 years, but I gave it to my nephew (no children) a few months back and I am very happy I did. It went to a good home and I get to be pleased with myself and him.
Thanks for the suggestion! I’m thinking of doing just that after chatting about it with my wife. I’ll check with my daughter too since my grandson is 14 years old now.
Idea behind {proper] passing something to someone is: give it to the right person and in the right time. If you miss one of these conditions, you will fail.
Thank you so much for posting this video and sharing the story of the owner. I purchased the same watch (with stainless bracelet) in 1966 when I was a sophomore in high school, wiping out my entire savings account in the process. But, I still have the watch and it runs fine. I was so intrigued when you mentioned the Omega logo on the crystal that I had to check mine. Sure enough, it was there!!! You have such a talent...thanks for sharing!!!! BTW...I almost forgot to mention, that my watch had radium on the hands and on the hourly numbers (except at 12, 3, 6 and 9) which glowed at night after exposure to light. Only one radium blob remains at the 11:00 marker. I remember being so fascinated when viewing the watch face at night. Watches can be so special...smart phones not so much.
Thank you so much for creating the website! As one of my favorite wristwatch restoration channels and wanting to dabble in the hobby myself, your website is going to be perfect! Getting the tools needed to start is probably the only thing keeping me from diving in head first. Not wanting to go broke yet not wanting to settle for junk. Thank you!
Your website is honestly as beautiful as the work you do, great job. I always loved owning watches but the day I came across one of your videos, I end up binge watching a few at a TIME. I could never do this hobby but it is sooo very relaxing to watch, learn and listen. If this doesn’t work out you should read audiobooks, just kidding … your channel is amazing. Honestly thank you for your time spent teaching people a beautiful art.
Just browsed the website whilst watching, and all i can say is WOW, alot of care has gone into that and at a quick glance over the tool sets i am amazed at how cost affective they seem, dont know about your shipping to the uk and price conversion but im sure in the next year or two ill take the plunge into watch restoration especialy when i can get a good practice movenment off your website too. 😁😁❤
HOW COOL! I am from and live in Stuttgart and watching a watch that was bought in my home town makes this video extra awesome for me :D Greetings from (well… obviously 🤣) Stuttgart, Germany!
My father had a Omega knockoff of a very similar watch. He wore it daily from before I was born in '69 all the way the way through the late 80's. He replaced it with a Japanese market Seiko quartz tank he bought in St. Maarten. The movement stamped Omega Kleinhaus Student. I have a real Speedmaster. But I still wear his old Seamaster KO when I dress formal. I had it serviced back in 2000. It still keeps perfect time.
I completely agree about having your watches serviced. I've got to get my Bulova C860929 serviced but there aren't any places, local, that do this. This watch was the first "nice quality" watch I owned. My wife got it for me for our 20th anniversary. So it's time for a cleaning. I would also like to have it polished too. Back then I wore it regularly and it got scratched a little. It's my dress watch now. I would never attempt to do this myself though...lol... It would never run again. 😂
I thought not many people appreciate the beauty of those Omega movements. As always, thanks for sharing those beautiful moments, the knowledge and experience.
Excellent video. My wife bought me the exact same watch for Christmas 1969, and I’ve worn it every day since, except in 2020 I brought it to a jeweler for service. They recommended sending it to Switzerland, which I agreed. I was without it for two months, but when I got it back I continued to wear it daily. It’s now 24 years later, and my challenge is to find a competent watch maker to service it. Sure wish you were near. Side story - on a recent Celebrity cruise, I stopped in their Omega wrist watch shop wearing my Seamaster, and when the staff spotted it their jaws dropped. They all knew of Omega’s Seamaster but had never seen one. My Omega made me somewhat of a minor celebrity. Again - great video.
Thanks Marshal for another great vid. The quality of your photography continues to amaze and is testament to the blood and sweat you put into these videos. It's nice to work on a straight forward service without any headaches. It gives you a rest between the more complex basket cases you are sometimes faced with. Thanks again 👍
Absolutely the best videos on RUclips! You are remarkably talented at your craft. I just purchased (today) my first vintage Omega 166.002 565 while visiting Thessaloniki Greece. I’ve always appreciated watches, but I think you have convinced me to try the hobby of watch repair/horology. Keep the great videos coming. I will be visiting your website soon for tool recommendations.
website looks incredible. Once again, well done curating your content and polishing it to give us a truly excellent finished product. I have so much respect for your commitment to quality and integrity in your endeavors.
I have been watching your videos for a few years now, and I learn something from every episode. I even built up the confidence to service an eincar watch from my now passed FIL. He picked it up while killing Nazis during WWII. I was the only relative who he talked to about his service. I believe since I served as a Marine for a decade, and saw some scary things. My two girls are not big watch people, and I am thinking of handing it down to his first Grandson. I think he would really appreciate the watch, especially since it runs a bit better than it did before.
Marshall, I’ve subscribed to your channel no less than 3 times and for some reason the system unsubscribes me. You’re the best watch maker on the tube. Play with key words to make the algorithm gods happy.
Hi Marshall, very new to your channel but I’m hooked on your videos. This one is special to me, I have my Dad’s wedding gift from my mother just like this one! They married in 1961, my dad’s still alive and well but my mother passed away a couple years ago. My dad’s already given it to me to ‘do with it as I will’. It still runs though very slow and knowing my dad it’s probably NEVER been serviced! I’m inspired to get it serviced and crystal replaced because it’s cracked. But with no logo on it I’m sure it’s a replacement anyways. And I’m letting someone qualified do the work because it’s too valuable for me to ‘learn’ on. Thanks for your amazing videos, there’re facilitating to watch.
Wow, congrats on the website Marshall! As someone who's been watching since this channel was first mentioned on a certain podcast, it's amazing to see how far it's come.
Thank you so much dear Marshall for sharing this video as it reminds me of my late father, who had more or less the same watch in 18k gold. It has also become a family heirloom.
omega seamasters are my favorite watches.... I own a few of them and love them all. its nice to see that people still use and fix their old watches... i have an old ebel nautic data diver from 70s that my father game me in 90s and i will never get rid of it...
Can't see a case clamp without thinking about my favorite watch you fixed. The one where the clamp got into the works and locked it up. It had a beautiful dial on it.
@Wristwatch Revival My daily wear is the omega SeaMaster DeVille from my grandfather. The crown stem finally seized a few weeks ago. The iron stem broke because it was so corroded. It still keeps great time -2 seconds. Now to find a new crown stem! TBBW🐺
I like watching your videos. I do carpentry for a living. While framing, I work according to a quarters of an inch on a brand new house. Doing trim work an 1/32 of an inch. With a sharp blade, 1/64 of an inch. I can respect the precision in your work.
I have this same watch minus the date function! It was presented to my grandfather upon his retirement for 45 years of employment. It is engraved on the back with these details. It still runs although it hasn't been serviced in, well, ever. My dad changed the band when he inherited it, so that is lost to time. I must find a trusted place to get it serviced!
I like your new site, it looks very professional. When you go to the preowned watch section and click the "sort by" tab it looks like someone forgot to add a color to the font for the selections. Just FYI haha.
This is an awesome channel! He’s incredibly knowledgeable about watches and unlike all the rest of us- he can take every part out of a watch, service it and make it RUN! He mentions this is a hobby and clearly loves his lobby. And his voiceover is as good as any on YT and his content is compelling
Hi, Marshall! I started watching your videos during the pandemic, and find your approach so inviting. I’m a former broadcaster, and I’m actually jealous about how natural your delivery is. I was totally stoked to hear about the website you started! Congratulations! Your channel has had me beginning my watch journey (I’m 55, so obviously coming to it late). I’m at the stage where I’m figuring out what automatic I want to buy. Given a limited budget, I have been waffling between some American microbrands or a vintage European brand. I will figure it out eventually, but I’m not there yet. Your videos make me pine for an Omega for sure. Those vintage ones are beautiful, and of a more wearable size. So cool. So, gee, thanks a lot, Marshall, now I have another website to sink my time into to make this even more confusing! 😂 I do have one ask: when you post a watch on your site, is it possible to let us know its story? Like what movement you think is in it, whatever you know about its provenance? Or even just links? Thanks for considering that. Last, I really like your SH logo! It would look good on a watch face! Not to bag on a company, but I have held back from buying a certain US watch company’s Swiss Watch because their logo doesn’t look good at all. It makes their otherwise great watches look very, very budget imho. Your logo would look great on anything from a mid-century aesthetic to a modern dress watch. Nice!
I've been watching your videos for YEARS andI thought you kept your identity anonymous (I didn't try looking) I just know Marshall the watchmaking YT guy. I just googled your name after you mentioned it and turns out you're kind of active in the gaming scene? Maybe that why youtube randomly recommended your channel to me years ago lol Your voice and the meticulous stuff you do servicing watches became one of my favourite unwind videos even with 0 knowledge on watch. Keep it up, I hope your new venture success!
I am such a fan of your work. I have also learned so much from you. You gave me the inspiration to service my grandfather's IWC pocket watch. It was a total success. Thank you keep up the great work.
I stood in my bathroom at the sink for the entirety of this video and watched every second. 42 minutes of my life just flew by in fascination. Great job dude. You have my attention. Forever.
This is all a bit crazy and coincidence . Just saw a post on a forum asking about an old school Omega with a picture that already had me like wth and now this! Just 2 days ago I found my late fathers watch again. A Omega Seamaster 600 in the original red box. Being into watches since this last year and knowing it was from my father I had to make the best of it. Seriously, I cleaned it up with the proper materials and I was amazed. The quality the looks how well and precise it is made, just unbelievable. It even runs! The leather strap and clasp on it with the Omega logo are still the original one and are still like the day it was bought I think, no cracks or whatever. The only thing I can see is a small scratch on the crystal and on the faceplate, but you really have to magnify on the camera and look at a certain angle. It will only be worn for very special occasions and will be passed on to my son. I also found 2 Tissot watches which I still have to check but I believe they are from my grandfather.
I wonder in this era of 2023 how we will have legendary time pieces to give to our grandchildren in the next 30 yrs. I love the following brands; Grand Seiko, Omega and Jaeger-LeCoultre ( because I own my grandfathers 1976 Peugout 504 ).
Hi Marshall, Another great video from you. I found it particularly interesting, since I bought a similar watch while visiting my son in America. It is a 1963 Omega Seamaster De Ville in solid 14K yellow gold (560 movement) and made for the American market. Apparently, not many of these were made, so it is considered rare. Had it serviced here in England, not knowing the service history. It is in beautiful condition and all original, as advised by the Master Watchmaker. I agree, they are great watches. Best wishes, James
I just recently started watching your videos, and I'm hooked on the intricacies of the mechanics of watches you work on. The way you explain things and how you repair the issues of broken watches is great and easy to follow along. Keep up the great work. A new fan....
I have a similar watch with a similar story. Mine is a ‘66 in stainless. It’s a Seamaster 30. My mum bought it for my dad while in the British army in Germany. Again bought from the army store (NAAFI). I think it was £32.00 then. He wore it as a daily then it ended up in a drawer. I asked him about it and he gave it to me about 17 years ago. It’s a lovely watch and keeps good time. I had it serviced a while back and it’s probably due another 😂. My dad passed 4 years ago and every time I wear it I think of him. It’s all original and not been polished and that’s the way I like it. I have daughters so it’ll probably go to a husband or a grandchild we’ll see! Love the channel 👍🏼
Evaporust film coating. I do Stanley planes and after evaporust I go over the part with a wire wheel it polishes right up! You can use dremmel and a wire wheel attachment. You can also use flix a metal polish as additional step.
THANK YOU for getting all the tools and lubricants and such together in one place! I'm about to do my first servicing on my watch and have been dreading finding the right stuff since my first glances were not fruitful. I appreciate the new website so much. Thank you for all you do!!
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This is my Omega watch! Marshall, thanks so much for the video and doing such a wonderful job cleaning and refurbishing it. My wife and I just watched the video this evening and we enjoyed your narration and seeing all the work you put into restoring it to good working condition once again. The watch has meant a lot to me over the years and I’m sure my grandson will enjoy wearing it too.
You’re a master at what you do and it’s amazing seeing you maneuver all those minuscule parts.
@wristwatchrevival pin this please!
Hi Don!
I live very close to Stuttgart. Greetings from Germany :)
What a great gift. Checks a lot of boxes; value, history, sentiment, heirloom.
Hopefully the grandson will appreciate it and even better, pass it on again.
Don, thanks for your service to this country!
Yours is a dead ringer for my own Seamaster Deville -- I'm not the original owner, though (it was an anniversary gift from my wife, and made the year I was born). I hope your grandson treasures it as much as I do mine.
My father gave me his father's 1909 Elgin pocket watch when i was 10. I'm now 60 and realized I've been sitting on this watch for a life time. Your videos have motivated me to find a watchmaker and get it running before i pass it to my son.
You're the Bob Ross of watches. So calm and pleasant to watch.
This one choked me up a little. My father-in-law, whom I was very close to, had an Omega Seamaster that he picked up while in the Navy in 1966. Not a De Ville, but it still looked very similar except for an alligator band. After he passed, my wife had it serviced and gave it to me for Father's Day. I'm not ashamed to admit I cried.
Great family story and beautiful watch, beautiful bracelet too ☺
I swear I just LOVE how you never assume a barrier to entry of knowledge, explain things every time, and just keep encouraging people that they CAN enter this hobby.
One of the only channels i genuinely smile and get excited to see a new video :) ok. time to actually relax for 41 minutes 🤙🏽 Thank you for your efforts! 🙏🏽
I have almost the same watch after my dad. I wear it a few times a year when I want to feel closer to him 😊
A grandson out there will have a beautiful memory of his grandfather. Stunning watch
Hey Marshall , I'm always curious about the watches you wear for each show ! Could you at least make a comment about them ? 🤔 Thanks , Nate
this is such an amazing video! My Grandfather received a 1969 DeVille for his 50th birthday (in 1969). My grandmother passed a few months ago, and we found the watch in a drawer. I brought it home from France, and currently getting it serviced and will wear it going forward. What an amazing coincidence.
I just googled the watch you now have. That is a beautiful watch!
@Dirkxke it is very classy. They were french so I ordered a strap from France and from ebay I got a vintage omega buckle. The balance wheel had to be replaced so it'll be a bit to repair, but I'm happy with it.
@CODEE1 29 min it. He is taking out the cap jewels putting in the mobius 90/10
It's funny that you post this video now, because I just got back my grandfathers Omega Seamaster from 1960 from the watchmakers.
The watch is a 18k gold Omega Seamaster automatic which grandfather got gifted when he graduated high school in 1961, and he rarely wore it, only on special occasions. He got another nice watch (a gold tone Baume&Mercier Quartz) for his 50th birthday I believe, so he hasn't really worn the Omega for about 30 years because the B&M is much thinner, so it felt more comfortable under a dress shirt. For that reason, it hadn't been worn or serviced for 30-40 years and didn't run anymore. When I told him I recently got into watches around easter this year, he immediately wanted to give me his Omega. I got it to a watchmakers, there were some hiccups so it took a little longer, but they serviced the movement, replaced a couple of parts that needed replacement, replaced the crystal with an original Omega one (apparently the crystal had been replaced previously with a non-genuine one), and re-PVD'd the (original Omega) buckle. Now it's back, and it looks and works perfect. This is the one watch which I will definitely never sell my entire life, and, when time comes, pass on to my children or grandchildren.
Wonderful again, I find this channel so soothing, and interesting.
What a fantastic video. The narration, camera angles, close ups, and of course the watch are all just beautiful. As an omega owner I hope mine looks and runs as good as this in 50 years time.
Same here, and that finishing shot on the Eames chair was perfect.
Marshal, I adore this content. Thank you for your great efforts!
Marshall, my grandfather was a watchmaker and he allowed me to assist sometimes when I was a tweenager. I didn't do anything super-complicated, but I was allowed to clean cases with the ultrasound and do some polishing, and once in a while, oil a cap jewel. :-) I have some of his tools (loupes and screwdrivers and the small anvil). You've inspired me to get some of the tools I'm missing. Then I'll start buying Omegas and Seikos and the odd pocket watch and get going,
I really love how you enjoy every single time you reinsert the main spring with your spring winding tool - these are my favorite parts of your videos! Of course the video itself is fantastic as always - keep up the good work!
DUDE. Your website is about to make my first steps into this hobby SO much easier, and be able to happen sooner probably! For as much as you say you’re just a hobbyist as well, the amount of work you gotta be putting into this channel, all so people can watch and enjoy this hobby before they even start it, is so admirable. And its easy to tell you do this because you find so much joy and satisfaction from it. And then creating quite possibly the most convenient website to get into watch making on top of it? Thank you so much Marshal!
lemania and eterna are omega movements now
Nice work watch
I inherited my late dad's 1963 Seamaster last year, and that's what got me into this hobby. Excited to watch this one.
I've got one of those. My Dad found it at Dorval airport near Montreal in '69. We turned it in to the RCMP but no one claimed it. It works but needs a stem and a good clean
Marshall,
You're the guy. I never thought in a million years I'd enjoy watching someone take apart a watch and put it back together. I don't even OWN a watch anymore. If I won the lottery, sure I'd buy a nice one but I really don't see myself *needing* one.
Having SAID that, I've seen every single video of yours, often more than once. And your channel is the ONLY watch restoration channel I need. Everything you do in your videos is absolute video gold. If I ever find myself with the opportunity to refer a friend or acquaintance to your channel or website, you know I will.
This sounds like a really fun hobby for those who want to try it :) Thank you for doing what you do.
Exactly the same here! Have no watch, need no watch, I'm not a watch enthusiast. But enjoying Marshall's videos tremendously.
These omega movements are sick! They look so nice... I have an old Speedmaster with a Kaliber 321 movement from the 1960s and it still runs decent. They really are endless time-pieces...
34:28 I take apart and restore fountain pens (both vintage & modern), and my ultrasonic cleaner is one of the most useful tools for that hobby as well
I sat completely fascinated for 42 minutes. You're a great story teller, Marshall. Thanks for the web site. I plan to retire next year, and may have found the hobby that will occupy a good portion of my time when I'm not out fishing or golfing.
I always enjoy watching you servicing an Omega since I grew-up in a watchmakers family and live only a 15 minute drive from Omega's HQ in Switzerland.
Great job, great channel 👍🏼.
As always love and enjoy your videos! Just a quick tip from a watchmaking student here… you need to cut the amount of lube you put in each piece by 50%. This is because if you put too much (very close to the amount you are putting) it will do the opposite job and it will disperse that oil everywhere and attract unnecessary dust that can get stuck and therefore affect time keeping as well as the wear of the gears and pivots. Also I don’t expect you to know this, but when you lubed the cap jewel and you put them together you can see that it isn’t a round ring of oil. Instead it goes on the side and that’s what we call the “banana”. This is caused by putting too big of a drop on the jewel so it will not get squished properly by the cap so it basically pushed the oil to the sides and none is left for the pivot. I hope I served some help!
I do wish I could have talked you into looking at my dad's Omega. :(
Would have been nice to have it documented for my kids one day.
The website is a god send! Been needing something like this to get started, I do want to begin this hobby!
The combination of copper and brass colors is gorgeous.
The idea of passing it on is lovely, but how much nicer to get it serviced and pass it on now? Why wait? Enjoy the gift as a giver as well. Otherwise, the day he got that watch will be bittersweet instead of just all sweet. I say that to all of you. I had my grandfather's pocket watch for 50 years, but I gave it to my nephew (no children) a few months back and I am very happy I did. It went to a good home and I get to be pleased with myself and him.
Thanks for the suggestion! I’m thinking of doing just that after chatting about it with my wife. I’ll check with my daughter too since my grandson is 14 years old now.
Idea behind {proper] passing something to someone is: give it to the right person and in the right time. If you miss one of these conditions, you will fail.
Thank you so much for posting this video and sharing the story of the owner. I purchased the same watch (with stainless bracelet) in 1966 when I was a sophomore in high school, wiping out my entire savings account in the process. But, I still have the watch and it runs fine. I was so intrigued when you mentioned the Omega logo on the crystal that I had to check mine. Sure enough, it was there!!! You have such a talent...thanks for sharing!!!! BTW...I almost forgot to mention, that my watch had radium on the hands and on the hourly numbers (except at 12, 3, 6 and 9) which glowed at night after exposure to light. Only one radium blob remains at the 11:00 marker. I remember being so fascinated when viewing the watch face at night. Watches can be so special...smart phones not so much.
Thank you so much for creating the website! As one of my favorite wristwatch restoration channels and wanting to dabble in the hobby myself, your website is going to be perfect! Getting the tools needed to start is probably the only thing keeping me from diving in head first. Not wanting to go broke yet not wanting to settle for junk. Thank you!
I really hope you get to work on an Omega 321 one of these days! A 321 Speedmaster is a grail watch for me
I'm so excited about your website, that's awesome! I checked it out. It looks great!
The more I watch your videos the more I want to give this a try. Mechanical watches are so mesmerizing to watch in action.
Your website is honestly as beautiful as the work you do, great job. I always loved owning watches but the day I came across one of your videos, I end up binge watching a few at a TIME. I could never do this hobby but it is sooo very relaxing to watch, learn and listen. If this doesn’t work out you should read audiobooks, just kidding … your channel is amazing. Honestly thank you for your time spent teaching people a beautiful art.
Just browsed the website whilst watching, and all i can say is WOW, alot of care has gone into that and at a quick glance over the tool sets i am amazed at how cost affective they seem, dont know about your shipping to the uk and price conversion but im sure in the next year or two ill take the plunge into watch restoration especialy when i can get a good practice movenment off your website too. 😁😁❤
Thank you for the amazing videos just picked up a 1952 seamaster myself and cant get over how nice vintage omegas are
When you loosened the crown wheel screw, I thought "oh no, he's turning the wrong way!". Nope, "I" was wrong.
Great vid as always 👍🏻🇬🇧😎
HOW COOL! I am from and live in Stuttgart and watching a watch that was bought in my home town makes this video extra awesome for me :D
Greetings from (well… obviously 🤣) Stuttgart, Germany!
Beautiful watch and story. I'm sure his grandson will cherish it all his life! Thank you Sir for your service to our great nation.
FINALLY! I’ve been waiting for someone to do a Seamaster Deville. I have the same watch in stainless that I am hoping to service. Thank you
41minutes,58 seconds of horological heaven! Time well spent!
My father had a Omega knockoff of a very similar watch. He wore it daily from before I was born in '69 all the way the way through the late 80's. He replaced it with a Japanese market Seiko quartz tank he bought in St. Maarten. The movement stamped Omega Kleinhaus Student. I have a real Speedmaster. But I still wear his old Seamaster KO when I dress formal. I had it serviced back in 2000. It still keeps perfect time.
I completely agree about having your watches serviced. I've got to get my Bulova C860929 serviced but there aren't any places, local, that do this. This watch was the first "nice quality" watch I owned. My wife got it for me for our 20th anniversary. So it's time for a cleaning. I would also like to have it polished too. Back then I wore it regularly and it got scratched a little. It's my dress watch now. I would never attempt to do this myself though...lol... It would never run again. 😂
I hope you get some return from your new sales venture, a great idea. In saying that I wish I discovered this 40 years ago. A missed era. Well done.
I thought not many people appreciate the beauty of those Omega movements. As always, thanks for sharing those beautiful moments, the knowledge and experience.
Excellent video. My wife bought me the exact same watch for Christmas 1969, and I’ve worn it every day since, except in 2020 I brought it to a jeweler for service. They recommended sending it to Switzerland, which I agreed. I was without it for two months, but when I got it back I continued to wear it daily. It’s now 24 years later, and my challenge is to find a competent watch maker to service it. Sure wish you were near.
Side story - on a recent Celebrity cruise, I stopped in their Omega wrist watch shop wearing my Seamaster, and when the staff spotted it their jaws dropped. They all knew of Omega’s Seamaster but had never seen one. My Omega made me somewhat of a minor celebrity. Again - great video.
Thanks Marshal for another great vid. The quality of your photography continues to amaze and is testament to the blood and sweat you put into these videos. It's nice to work on a straight forward service without any headaches. It gives you a rest between the more complex basket cases you are sometimes faced with. Thanks again 👍
Love the new website, I'm sure it will do well.
Absolutely the best videos on RUclips! You are remarkably talented at your craft. I just purchased (today) my first vintage Omega 166.002 565 while visiting Thessaloniki Greece. I’ve always appreciated watches, but I think you have convinced me to try the hobby of watch repair/horology. Keep the great videos coming. I will be visiting your website soon for tool recommendations.
Pretty wild the PX had Rolex and Omega. My PX here in Kuwait only has Timex and Casio.
I have a 50's Omega bumper, it was my father's watch. The movement looks like this one, gorgeous era, my favorite type of watch.
I also wear a Seamaster De Ville that sat in a drawer for 30 years that I inherited from my grandfather. :)
I had a rado manhattan with a split stem. I couldn't bring myself to split it with worry I'd break it. Gorgeous watch, great work.
website looks incredible. Once again, well done curating your content and polishing it to give us a truly excellent finished product. I have so much respect for your commitment to quality and integrity in your endeavors.
I have been watching your videos for a few years now, and I learn something from every episode. I even built up the confidence to service an eincar watch from my now passed FIL. He picked it up while killing Nazis during WWII. I was the only relative who he talked to about his service. I believe since I served as a Marine for a decade, and saw some scary things. My two girls are not big watch people, and I am thinking of handing it down to his first Grandson. I think he would really appreciate the watch, especially since it runs a bit better than it did before.
Marshall, I’ve subscribed to your channel no less than 3 times and for some reason the system unsubscribes me. You’re the best watch maker on the tube. Play with key words to make the algorithm gods happy.
Looks great. Nice video as always ❤
Hi Marshall, very new to your channel but I’m hooked on your videos. This one is special to me, I have my Dad’s wedding gift from my mother just like this one! They married in 1961, my dad’s still alive and well but my mother passed away a couple years ago. My dad’s already given it to me to ‘do with it as I will’. It still runs though very slow and knowing my dad it’s probably NEVER been serviced! I’m inspired to get it serviced and crystal replaced because it’s cracked. But with no logo on it I’m sure it’s a replacement anyways. And I’m letting someone qualified do the work because it’s too valuable for me to ‘learn’ on. Thanks for your amazing videos, there’re facilitating to watch.
Wow, congrats on the website Marshall! As someone who's been watching since this channel was first mentioned on a certain podcast, it's amazing to see how far it's come.
Thank you so much dear Marshall for sharing this video as it reminds me of my late father, who had more or less the same watch in 18k gold. It has also become a family heirloom.
omega seamasters are my favorite watches.... I own a few of them and love them all. its nice to see that people still use and fix their old watches... i have an old ebel nautic data diver from 70s that my father game me in 90s and i will never get rid of it...
Can't see a case clamp without thinking about my favorite watch you fixed. The one where the clamp got into the works and locked it up. It had a beautiful dial on it.
@Wristwatch Revival
My daily wear is the omega SeaMaster DeVille from my grandfather. The crown stem finally seized a few weeks ago. The iron stem broke because it was so corroded.
It still keeps great time -2 seconds.
Now to find a new crown stem!
TBBW🐺
I like watching your videos. I do carpentry for a living. While framing, I work according to a quarters of an inch on a brand new house. Doing trim work an 1/32 of an inch. With a sharp blade, 1/64 of an inch. I can respect the precision in your work.
You should also post a link to the RUclips video featuring each watch.
So that we could also see what was fixed/done to it!
I can't believe how fast the viewings of this video have risen since I started watching, amazing!
I have this same watch minus the date function! It was presented to my grandfather upon his retirement for 45 years of employment. It is engraved on the back with these details. It still runs although it hasn't been serviced in, well, ever. My dad changed the band when he inherited it, so that is lost to time. I must find a trusted place to get it serviced!
Novus is also a great acrylic polish, we use it at work to keep acrylic panels clear.
I like your new site, it looks very professional. When you go to the preowned watch section and click the "sort by" tab it looks like someone forgot to add a color to the font for the selections. Just FYI haha.
I noticed this as well. White on white is hard to read.
Will you do a video on your Dornbluth & Sohn? It really is a beautiful watch.
Sweet love these videos!!!Thanks!!!
This is an awesome channel! He’s incredibly knowledgeable about watches and unlike all the rest of us- he can take every part out of a watch, service it and make it RUN!
He mentions this is a hobby and clearly loves his lobby. And his voiceover is as good as any on YT and his content is compelling
Hi, Marshall! I started watching your videos during the pandemic, and find your approach so inviting. I’m a former broadcaster, and I’m actually jealous about how natural your delivery is.
I was totally stoked to hear about the website you started! Congratulations! Your channel has had me beginning my watch journey (I’m 55, so obviously coming to it late). I’m at the stage where I’m figuring out what automatic I want to buy. Given a limited budget, I have been waffling between some American microbrands or a vintage European brand. I will figure it out eventually, but I’m not there yet. Your videos make me pine for an Omega for sure. Those vintage ones are beautiful, and of a more wearable size. So cool. So, gee, thanks a lot, Marshall, now I have another website to sink my time into to make this even more confusing! 😂
I do have one ask: when you post a watch on your site, is it possible to let us know its story? Like what movement you think is in it, whatever you know about its provenance? Or even just links? Thanks for considering that.
Last, I really like your SH logo! It would look good on a watch face! Not to bag on a company, but I have held back from buying a certain US watch company’s Swiss Watch because their logo doesn’t look good at all. It makes their otherwise great watches look very, very budget imho. Your logo would look great on anything from a mid-century aesthetic to a modern dress watch. Nice!
I've been watching your videos for YEARS andI thought you kept your identity anonymous (I didn't try looking)
I just know Marshall the watchmaking YT guy.
I just googled your name after you mentioned it and turns out you're kind of active in the gaming scene? Maybe that why youtube randomly recommended your channel to me years ago lol
Your voice and the meticulous stuff you do servicing watches became one of my favourite unwind videos even with 0 knowledge on watch. Keep it up, I hope your new venture success!
It's amazing to see your channel grow. I can't believe you are racing toward 1M subscribers!!! So great to follow the journey.
The parts in this watch are beautiful and super shiny for a watch that old. You have a master peace to work on. AWESOME VIDEO Thumbs up.
Wow. Very cool. Thank you for sharing. Very cool watch and great story to go along with it.
I'm actually so friggin excited that you started your own website for the took kits and sample beginner movements aghhhh
I am such a fan of your work. I have also learned so much from you. You gave me the inspiration to service my grandfather's IWC pocket watch. It was a total success. Thank you keep up the great work.
I stood in my bathroom at the sink for the entirety of this video and watched every second. 42 minutes of my life just flew by in fascination. Great job dude. You have my attention. Forever.
Another great video! If you are interested in reviving an Elgin pocket watch that was my dad's just let me know!
Oh my, at 7:15 did you forget to unwind the main spring tension before removing the pallet fork?
This is all a bit crazy and coincidence . Just saw a post on a forum asking about an old school Omega with a picture that already had me like wth and now this!
Just 2 days ago I found my late fathers watch again. A Omega Seamaster 600 in the original red box. Being into watches since this last year and knowing it was from my father I had to make the best of it. Seriously, I cleaned it up with the proper materials and I was amazed. The quality the looks how well and precise it is made, just unbelievable. It even runs! The leather strap and clasp on it with the Omega logo are still the original one and are still like the day it was bought I think, no cracks or whatever. The only thing I can see is a small scratch on the crystal and on the faceplate, but you really have to magnify on the camera and look at a certain angle. It will only be worn for very special occasions and will be passed on to my son. I also found 2 Tissot watches which I still have to check but I believe they are from my grandfather.
Thank you for sharing!
I wonder in this era of 2023 how we will have legendary time pieces to give to our grandchildren in the next 30 yrs. I love the following brands; Grand Seiko, Omega and Jaeger-LeCoultre ( because I own my grandfathers 1976 Peugout 504 ).
Hi Marshall,
Another great video from you. I found it particularly interesting, since I bought a similar watch while visiting my son in America. It is a 1963 Omega Seamaster De Ville in solid 14K yellow gold (560 movement) and made for the American market. Apparently, not many of these were made, so it is considered rare. Had it serviced here in England, not knowing the service history. It is in beautiful condition and all original, as advised by the Master Watchmaker. I agree, they are great watches.
Best wishes,
James
Gotta love a good family story
All the best on the website and we always look forward to your work
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I just recently started watching your videos, and I'm hooked on the intricacies of the mechanics of watches you work on. The way you explain things and how you repair the issues of broken watches is great and easy to follow along. Keep up the great work. A new fan....
Oh man, that copper color of the movement is so amazing. Sad it gets hidden under the dial and case back.
believe it is bronze
Right? Funny to think a guy owned this watch for 60 years and probably never laid eyes on the movement.
I can't think of a better candidate for a glass back! Such a pity it doesn't have one.
beautiful movement, looks as though it was made last week! Great watch.
My name's Don too. Born 1967 and I have this watch too. It was handed down from my grandfather of the same name.
I have a similar watch with a similar story. Mine is a ‘66 in stainless. It’s a Seamaster 30. My mum bought it for my dad while in the British army in Germany. Again bought from the army store (NAAFI). I think it was £32.00 then. He wore it as a daily then it ended up in a drawer. I asked him about it and he gave it to me about 17 years ago. It’s a lovely watch and keeps good time. I had it serviced a while back and it’s probably due another 😂.
My dad passed 4 years ago and every time I wear it I think of him. It’s all original and not been polished and that’s the way I like it.
I have daughters so it’ll probably go to a husband or a grandchild we’ll see!
Love the channel 👍🏼
Evaporust film coating. I do Stanley planes and after evaporust I go over the part with a wire wheel it polishes right up! You can use dremmel and a wire wheel attachment. You can also use flix a metal polish as additional step.
So impressed with that crystal restoration. Awesome that it could be saved!
THANK YOU for getting all the tools and lubricants and such together in one place! I'm about to do my first servicing on my watch and have been dreading finding the right stuff since my first glances were not fruitful. I appreciate the new website so much. Thank you for all you do!!
Your channel is fascinating to watch. Your voiceover is incredibly informative. Thanks!
Wow, we see a lot of beautiful watches on this channel but holy smokes this was a stunning wristwatch. Great work on the crystal 👍