15-Year-Old Found This (Really Nice) Watch at a Flea Market
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
- Marshall restores another vintage watch, this time it's a super nice Record Watch Company watch found by a 15-year-old watch enthusiast named Maximilian from Denmark!
The watch is kind of an anomaly in that it has a bunch of modern features but also has radium lume for the hands and dial. It's also not running correctly, that's where Marshall comes in!
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Hey Marshall,
Maximilian here,
Thank you so much for doing this restoration for me. It a dream come true to get my watch restored by a legend like you :)
Its really nice of you to send me a watchmaking starter box. I will enjoy it while thinking about this fantastic adventure. So thank you so much for that, its very generous of you :)
Thank you all for all for the very nice comments. Its almost overwhelming. I am glad you all like the watch, i love it myself and will wear it with great pleasure now it have been serviced. It will put a smile on my face when i check the time :)
Thank you so much Marshall!
The best regards from Denmark🇩🇰
Congratulations young man on a wonderful piece.
Certainly will be take pride of place in your collection.
Marshall is an absolute pleasure to observe as he meticulously restores timepieces.
Enjoy that watch and maybe we see your work some day soon.
We are very happy and proud of you dude. send our loveliest regards to your father and mother. we love to see your first video of watch exploration on your channel. I subscribed to yours just now. happy life Max to you and your family!
That is one really nice looking watch. Inside and out.
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Thank you so much. I will maybe post.
And a fantatic life to you too :)
Watching your videos are always so relaxing and amazing
Honestly, these are the only 45+ minute videos that I can sit down and watch from start to finish. Thanks for putting these out there Marshall.
holy cow did 45 minutes just go by? wow!
I just sat here for the full 45 and have no idea where the time went
I don't know how I stumbled in here, but I was thoroughly entertained, (and educated) for the entire time...by a calm, reassuring person restoring a watch. Strange.
@@kidsteach938 These kind of videos are meditation for middle aged people, in my opinion. Just like this one, there are similar channels that do wood work, leather, cobbler videos, and more. Soothing voices, fascinating items, and educational.
looks too much clean to be found in a amrket....its justa watch desaamssamble for the video.., is not a real repair,, old watches they all need new parts..
so fuoff
I also live in Denmark & this is also one of my favourite hobbies. My best find was a vintage Oris Worldtimer. Found it in an old barn converted into a thrift market. I bought it for 50kr (7 USD). It's amazing how many watches are discarded in these places! Great find by young Maximilian.
Thank you so much! Can i ask where in Denmark you found it? The oris sounds really nice.
@@maximilianwatch hey! I found it just outside of Asnæs. I know the barn by driving but it's along a "Daisy Route". Yeah it was a nice find. No strap & it was barely running but I sent it to Oris to have it refurbished. All original parts still. It was a great find but I'm always on the look out 😄. I'm guessing you get as excited as I do when I find the designated Loppemarked box with all the watches haha
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Yeah i do. Its a really nice feeling to find a good watch on a fleamarked. Held og lykke derude!
Watches come in all sorts, some fancy-looking watches have basic movements and some plainer watches can have nice insides like this one.
I've never watched a watch restoration before. Thoroughly enjoyable. You're a natural Marshall.
I admire how you are just so fearless.. That's one reason why I love watching your videos. Just seeing how you aren't afraid of people or situations is inspiring to such an anxious, scaredy cat like myself lol *jklux*
Hi Marshall, just want to share my journey in watch making. Your videos has been an inspiration for me to fix my mom's wedding watch. I've been years ago decided to restore it but nobody in my country wanted to take on a watch as vintage and as small as my mom's 60s Seiko. Watching your videos, I finally got that push to try it myself. So i bought a skmei and 2 fngeen automatic watches to sacrifice as my test/training units. I broke one, got a slip of hand while trying to remove the case, ruined the hairspring assembly. The second one, a fngeen runs a bit weird, as the second hand sweeps irregularly. Got that one technically free, the seller just refund me without wanting the watch back. Its $15. So I disassembled it, reassembled it, does it several times and it wont work right until I found that a jewel has tiny crack on it. I harvest one from the ruined movement and it runs considerably smoother with +7 seconds a day. Then, I moved to my mom's watch. Its really just needed a service, its handwound only, so the mechanical side of thing is relatively much simpler but with much smaller parts. I needed a much better digital microscope for it. I really just disassembled it, clean it with ultrasonic cleaner and pegwood, and relubricate it. It runs now, and seeing my mom's adoring face seeing her watch returned to a working state makes me feel great, and I really just sacrificed a $15 watch to do it. Thank you for the videos, its a wealth of knowledge for an enthusiast like me and as I sees it now, for younger generations as well. I love these videos you made and the passion you've channelled through it. Thank you sir.
Thank you for sharing your story. I am glad your Mom has her watch back to working condition. You did well.
That was a fantastic thing to do for your mum. I hope your mum has many more years of enjoyment from her wedding gift as it must have had great sentimental value to her. Well done and all the best from Scotland.
Thank you all, its been a great sense of accomplishment for me to see how excited my mom has been after I serviced the watch. She's being skeptical at first since its her beloved item and has been wearing it all day even with the watch being dead. Since dad is no longer with us and he's been really a handy diy person all his life, I think I've just proven how handy her son could be. Its another win for me, plus the extra food she's been cooking for me lately, well, could never say no to mom's delicious cooking.
You are a rare treat on the internet, Marshall. Thank you for sharing your passion and positive energy with all of us. We need more people like you.
Grandparents are one of life's greatest blessings and gifts, Maximilian. Take advantage of each and every opportunity to spend time with them, and to learn from them. I'm in my early 50s, and I still try and endeavor to be more like my grandparents each day.
Cool watch, BTW!
Thank you!
I really enjoy spending time with them and love them so much!
Best regards
You're so right. I miss mine everyday in a way I'd find difficult to articulate. Make the most of every day you get with them.
It's not our words that define us in life, but our actions. You made someone happy where you were not obliged to. I thank you for that. (i paused the vid to type this. )
That is probably one of the ‘prettier’ movements I’ve seen on this channel in some time. What a find!
Yeah, was very much not expecting it once he opened that cover, it was like "ooooooh, pretty!"
Right? In this day and age nobody would polish a movement so highly unless there were an open caseback. Which is common in the last couple of years, but otherwise... there are so many very respectable machines with closed caseback that lack any kind of charisma compared to this.
Record while pretty unknown today was known for very high quality movements in the 40s and 50s. They even supplied movements for other companies like Ball. Longines bought them in 1961 and continued to sell the brand until 1991 but their heyday was long over.
And as you can see from this watch, they were one of the first to use inca block shock protection.
I'd want a clear back on it and just to watch the movement
I really enjoy people being experts in their fields and doing it well. Watchwork, lawn work, restorations, coding, professional cleaners, mechanics, carpenters, blacksmiths, farriers, hoof trimmers, electricians, plumbers, builders ... it doesn't matter what the profession or hobby, only that it is done and done well. And those that spend the time and effort to record, edit, and share their work so we all can increase our knowledge on what it takes and even pick up things that might be important one day are a gold mine of dad/grandpa energy that is sorely missing in this day and age.
Totally agree
Sharing a skill with anyone who is curious, especially a young person, is something I encourage anyone to do should the opportunity arise. I am a telephone cable splicer and was working on a noisy line in a city housing project once and one kid in particular took an interest in what I was doing. I let him see the microfische plat that showed the "map" of the cable I was working on, I brought down the corroded splice module to show him what was causing the noise, I showed him how my meter worked. Who knows where something like this can lead? Maybe the kid will be an engineer someday. Always share what you know!
good on you
Only insecure people are scared to share!
@@JoSeeFuss I had a YMCA camp hobby instructor show me the insides of an old phosphor vacuum tube TV. Few years + 20yrs later I retired an Aircraft Electrician specializing in Avionics and 30+yrs later I'm an engineer on very high end semiconductor manufacturing equipment. That moment was a lifetime.
Want to say “thank you” on several fronts here. First, for making a dream come true for a 15 year old. Second, for finding these old watches and breathing new life into them. Also, if it wasn’t for this video I never would have heard of the Record Watch Co and thus look it up on eBay. Because of that I found a 17 jewel Record watch movement from the 1940’s for under $25.00. I snapped it up. Will take it apart, clean oil and adjust it. If I am very lucky I will be able to case and dial it. Great find. All because of your video.
To be honest the best part of your channel is your commentary. I watched other watch maker channels ( I don't even own a watch or owned a watch for at least 20 years. ), but your charm as you explain everything in detail, without sounding boring is what makes your channel so amazing.
Was about to say I kinda like how he carries the tone of a sports commentator, rather than a How It's Made narrator. I enjoy both, but this definitely is easier to listen to without falling asleep lol
Yeah his voice and manner of speaking go a long way. I've watched videos with a subject that's not interesting just because of the speaker.
Thanks for doing this watch for your young fan. Like you say, got to inspire the younger generation for watchmaker’s career. I’m sure it something his family will always remember.
Hey Marshall. Just wanted to let you know that my son bought me my first watch repair kit for Father’s Day. It was quite the surprise that was inspired by him watching me watch your channel. I subscribed to your channel earlier this year and I’m hooked. The knowledge you share and the quality of the content you put out really got me wanting to try it out myself. Thank you for giving my son the inspiration to gift me what would be a new hobby for me.
I've been subscribed and watching you for about three years now . I subscribed while visiting my family in Canada. I never thought I'd be so fascinated watching watch repair. My son couldn't believe it either. I guess it was your excitement and enthusiasm that captivated me . I remember when you first started your Patreon you would roll the names like you do now . Then it was just a few . Now the names just keep rolling!! I'm so proud of you and the growth of your channel!! Even though I can't afford to be a Patreon I'm so thankful for the people in this community that are . I know this helps you out a lot to buy more watches ,tools and whatever else you need.
Love your spirit, love watching you take apart and put back together all the watches . I'm so proud for and of you!
I am glad that you took the time and tell the his story, and that you are invitational about it and love to share your work. The best dad/grandpa gesture anyone can get!
I will add this is such an inspiring story and what a nice gift you give to the young man.
Marshall...of course, I already knew you were a great guy, but this video proves it.
Been watching your videos for years and I don't even own a watch.
Viewing your submissions are a guilty pleasure for me.
The specialized tools, the camera work, and your voice overs are all top notch. Thank you.
I work in the mental health field with children specifically. It's nice to see someone spark a passion for healthy hobbies for kids. Keep it up Marshal. You never know the impact you have on people. P.S. love the channel, it's my way of self care after a long day.
Same! Marshal has a wonderfully soothing voice, and I love all things mechanical.
I applaud you Sir for helping the young man further his interest in watch making. I’ve learned a lot by watching your channel. Thank you for posting!!
Great find Max! Thank you for letting the rest of the world enjoy it too, and I hope some of Marshal's skill and enthusiasm is rubbing off.
His enthusiasm always rubs off! If you are just in the slightest bad mood, his videos will cheer you up :)
Thank you for that Marshall :)
This is the second one of your videos I have watched. I have always been intrigued on how things were invented, created or engineered. Its in amazing how all those parts, springs, gears and screws are used to do something so basic as give us the time. Not to mention all the intricate tools that I never knew existed. Wow just wow. Your videos are very informative and I enjoy your commentary.
Just watched a video interview of another of my favorite creators, Brennan Lee Mulligan, where he echoes your sentiment on mentoring: "When someone is looking for something and I can give it to them... there is nothing like the look on their face when they get it and make it their own... Lighting a second candle doesn't diminish the first. Knowledge is something that if you share it, there's just more. There's no scarcity."
This is my first time watching a watch restoration video. Came by this video by accident.
Your videos seem to be such high quality, you are genuine, the content is informative and i felt engaged throughout the video.
And the restorationwork- wow what and absolutely beautiful watch.
Marshal, as an old school guy, I will tell you Chronographer's have always been secretive. They control the knowledge, the parts... the magic!
I appreciate EVERY word you speak! It's very good you shared the repair of Maxmillian's watch online, However, I might suggest a Mentorship or Apprenticeship program you could initiate. Pass that knowledge and skill on to the younger interested parties.
I think you can read all the things I did not write but have implied.
Beautiful clockwork's, Wonderful Workmanship!
Omg yess girl... Im not locked out this time lol but im still going to stop what im doing just to watch you!!! Keep doing what you do! *jklux*
Marshall, you have an excellent instructor communication voice, been wayching many watch maker videos and yours stands out above the rest, congrats.
It's so cool, that you will send a starter kit to this Maximillian. Good on you!
Once in a while you come across a video on here that is so interesting and so well done you absolutely can not stop watching it. This is one of those videos. Need I say... it is a real jewel.
Great story about the young man's enthusiasm with this watch. Nice restoration Marshall !
Wow. What an utterly engaging video. I stopped everything to watch this from start to finish (which is rare for me).
Absolute kudos to you, Marshall!
Great video! A few weeks ago here in the UK I bought a unmarked watch at a flee market (car boot sale) for £2 as it wasn't working. Opened it up and it was a Waltham from 1927 with radium numerals. Not planning on doing anything with it, but it was still an excellent find.
1st time ever.
just found u. got ADD all over the place....
cld not move once the video started til the very end.
absolutely delightful experience!
u are so gifted! the Bob Ross of Watches!! ❤👏🏽✌🏽
What a clever guy, getting you to sign the watch - it'll be worth a fortune now!
yea i also disagree with Marshall about him NOT engraving as a rule because "iam not a professional" sorry not a pro in fact, as in doing it for a living but a pro in actuality because of the standard of work and doing it for the LOVE"
Marshall, you have the soul of a teacher, someone who helps you discover. You have the speaking skills of a professional radio dude. I have a hybrid watch and a traditional watch with a face based on vintage airplane dials (nice for large-print eyes haha). Nothing special, but I love them. You have given me an exceedingly new appreciation of these tiny miracles.
Another great video, Marshall! Maximillian is a lucky guy. That bit of correcting the beat error is not for the faint of heart 👍
I’m a watch collector and enthusiast and have been for many years now. This has been fascinating and absolutely enthralling to watch (forgive the pun!. I have never seen a full service and partial restoration before, you have given me a deeper understanding for my passion…many thanks Marshall😁
There's a mint one online that sold for 1250 pounds.
Brand - Record Watch Co. Made in Switzerland
Model - Two tone Jumbo
Reference - 022-18
Year - 1950s
Marshall, WELL Done, actually better than well done.
Maximillan,
I hope you enjoy this excellent timepiece for many years,
You picked the right person to restore it!
Cheers,
Frederick "Rik" Spector
Ferndale, WA. U.S.A.
K, let's set up a fund to get this kid one of your kits!
NEVERMIND! As I was typing this you said you're sending him a kit. 🤣 Good on ya! Love it!
yes pleaseeee need to have max uploading his first watch repair youtube video so we can watch him happily doing watch repair restoration making!
I really wasnt expecting it. I look very much forward to using the new tools and think about this fantastic adventure!
Thank you so much Marshall :)
You did it again Guru! No bling bling, no excess, just pure elegance and respect for beauty.
That's a beautiful movement! If Spiderman got bit by a radioactive spider to get his powers, does that mean you're gonna become Watchman?
It s a real beauty well done to Maximilian and you !!!!! He was so lucky to find it and also get your help.
Don't own a watch, think this channel is AWESOME.
I didn’t own a watch until I started watching Marshall… now I do and really love it (pretty basic watch - I’m a teacher and can’t afford the more pricey ones).
A couple of years back I've been watching this channel. Thought to myself, 'boy I could restore watches'. Now I realize that just watching this channel is the closest I will get to restore. Marshall, you have a great demeaner in a 'Bob Ross' sort of way!
@@auntkaz815 Maybe you will find a really pricey one at a flea market for very little money, aunt Kaz. Good Luck and GBU.
Congratulations Max!! Gorgeous watch. The strap really made that watch IMHO. Great work again Marshall!
Great to see a Record being featured. I have one from around 1970 I wear daily.
Quickest 45 min of my life. So enthralling. Amazing work.
I am so empresses by your knowledge and the wonderful way you explain the process . How great that you did this for the boy, I am sure he will cherish his grandfather every time he looks at this watch and you also for being so kind as to let him and us " look over your shoulder " This world needs more people like you . Thank you .
Dear Marshall !
Do you at last know, why this watch was running so damn fast at the beginning? I always thought, that a watch after a long time not being serviced would rather run slower and not running like hell 'cause of the drying out of the oil or grease ! ...
Great work as always ... and a happy Maximilian, I guess ! 😊
I came to ask the same thing!
I'd guess it was magnatized (the hairspring in particular). When a watch is running very poorly (15+/- minutes per day), 'magnetized' is the first and only guess. I would've tried demagnetizing it and toss it on the timegrapher again, just for kicks and giggles.
I will likely never take up watchmaking as a hobby, but that was about the most satisfying 47 minutes I have ever had. It was an absolute pleasure to catch a glimpse of the wonderful mechanics of this timepiece, and to appreciate the patience and care lavished in the full service. Bravo, @WristwatchRevival!
Yes giving your patron the chance to see or watch how it's being fix is a treasure and having your channel in which we can watch it very much closer and in high definition is far more better and outstanding compare to watching it by the shoulder of a technician, we are so lucky having to watch in this kind of super quality of a medium.
You are a bloody legend doing things like this Marshall
My Dad was a watchmaker as was I for 18 years. I put myself through college with it but finally used my degree and retired from watch repair. I really enjoyed watching. It brought back lots of good memories!
That is stunning, probably the best restoration you've done. I need to keep my eyes peeled in flea markets!
Beautiful dial 😮
If your videos were available when I was a young man, I would have become a watchmaker, at least an amateur one. Watching a few cleanings and restorations has added an understanding of how watches are put together and how they work, thank you.
There isn't too many watch restorers left anymore! Can't believe I watch from start to finish. You really narrative the restoring the Watch, all the parts, tools, cleaning reassembles? Wow, great work, I know Maximilian has an heirloom forever to used.
I took apart my first watch yesterday. It’s a cheapo movement produced by Q&Q during the quartz crisis. It makes use of plastic and also combines some parts to simplify the manufacturing process, but that does mean it’s less than ideal for learning. Still, super happy with it! Now I just need to figure out how to align the gear train correctly. Thanks you so much for these videos, it made the process a whole lot easier knowing how it should be going.
The complicated engineering is incredible really. Thank you for sharing your interest. Your calm and understandable descriptions of an inherently complicated system were great.
My dad was into clocks and watches. When I tried to buy him a set of repair tools, the people I spoke to were very protective of who they would sell to. They wouldn't sell to me as a gift to a hobbyist, for example. Later on, when I went to sell my dad's clocks, most of the questions were about old tools i might have.
What a great restoration and story to go along with it. All your videos are great but this struck a special nerve for me. Apart from the story about Maximilian, his grandfather and thw flea marker I also love how it‘s an unknown watch brand with such a quality movement. Your work on the hands and the perfect wrist band are just perfection.
This is the first time I ever watched a process like this. It is really interesting. One must have the patience of Job to do this type of work. Excellent!
Hey Marshal, Larry here. I found this watch in one of my dresser drawers. I kept this because of the case. It’s Hampden Burber Grand. It’s a gold filled hunter case. It was made in 1899. Beautiful lever set pocket watch. You can set the gorgeous hands but cannot wind it. I watched on videos on how to get the movement out. The movement is decased. It’s a wonderful moment but dirty. Can you please help me? I am a retired Tool&Die maker of 42 years. I want to start cleaning watches. I have a few tools to start.
Thank You in advance, 73 year old Larry
You can get one of his beginner watch tool sets at Sutcliffe Hansen
I’m so pleased the dial was left in its original condition, what a beautiful watch and movement. Looks really nice with that strap.
Im loving your content Marshal, i bet Maximilian is over the moon with his beautiful watch you brought back to life. Have a nice weekend, from Ireland 🇮🇪⌚👍
This one was a real surprise on the inside and it came out very beautiful in the end. I think this is my favorite restoration video so far.
It’s very therapeutic watching you work on this watch. It’s like a puzzle coming together.
You turned an average watch into a gem , the smile that I can imagine on Maximillians face watching you work on his treasure was a pleasure to watch. Great job and great content..
I find watches of this caliber / style fascinating but I myself am not in to watches. I find these videos so enjoyable though. It's great seeing how much attention to detail and time (har har) goes into making these watches in general. Hearing you as you go and explaining step by step is awesome. I'm sure many have learned so much from you.
Digital devices are great, but the sheer mechanical precision and complexity of analog mechanisms is timeless.
This is one of those things I have a strong interest in but I know I'd never actually do it. I really like your attitude about passing on the skill. I find your channel fascinating.
I have always had an appreciation for precision mechanical devices but watches were never much my thing. I mostly wear a smart watch just to see and answering incoming calls. That being said, this was an excellent video that I happily watched closely all the way through because you did such a nice job showing the complete teardown cleaning, and reassembly. I am fascinated by the precision of your ability to tune the timing and impressed at how well you got it tuned to less than a ms just by feel in one shot. Your amount of skill coupled with great explanation makes this a choice video for anyone considering this line of work/hobby.
For someone who is wanting to start to get into collecting, your channel is a true gem!
Consistency with uploads is much appreciated. They're always looked forward to!
I am not a watch maker, or have a hobby in this field. But with your commentary and knowledge, I find myself watching many of your videos. You are so passionate about it that it draws many people in. Bravo. Keep up the Pastime.
I stumbled upon your video....I'm not a watch enthusiast or collector....I consider myself a "jack of all trades" when it comes to construction and auto mechanics. BUT...once your video started, I couldn't look away. I'm in awe of your skill....also your calm demeanor makes the video much more enjoyable. Ron B., Las Vegas, NV
Well Marshall it happened again. I was flipping through my feed and this episode came up and I started watching someone take apart and restore a watch something I haven’t worn in over 40 years. I kept thinking how does he know where all those pieces he pulls apart and places arbitrarily on a table go after he cleans them. Like all the other episodes I watched I sat here captivated and mesmerized by the number of moving parts and kept wondering how the heck do they make those tiny parts never mind the jewels. The cap to the episode was dedicating the rebuild to a 15 year old that must have contacted you hoping you could repair the watch. Your dedication to your craft and your generosity is to be commended. I may not ever take apart a watch but watching you do so in such a methodical manner makes me feel like I’m in the room with you while you are doing it.
I love the unexplained moment where Marshall pulls out an 8-ball stress ball (?) to open the back - genius move to open it up but I didn't expect that at all.
I just love the "pile of bits" around 12:04.
I have had similar piles of bits when repairing computers, disk drives and printers, in the 1980s, when you could. Nice to see it done even in the 21st century.
I have zero desire to even wear a watch, yet here I am watching this video from start to finish. Very good content
The inside of the watch is beautiful! Put that with the dial and new strap and it's a watch to wear with pride. Wonderful find, Maximilian. Good luck in your watch restoration adventures!
Beautiful watch..Maximillian is the perfect person to have discovered it..be careful..watch collecting is addicting! 😉 Best of luck!
love this! what a find by the young man and great that at his young age he appreciates the effort that goes in to old school watch repairs. I hope he continues to learn and enjoy for years to come. great content yet again, I love the detailed commentary you provide and the obvious enjoyment you get from reviving old watches. keep up the great work, most enjoyable to watch and learn from a master at work.
I watched and loved every minute of this video. I was glued to the screen well into the wee hours of the morning here in Asia. This is something I really wanna get into and seeing videos like this one reinforces the concepts in my mind and really helps me gain more confidence that I could restore/assemble some watches.
I guess the key issues you need to comprehend are
Barrel/Main Spring: Power slow unwinding
The training gears: Helps speed up the slow wheels
The Balance/escapement: Uses a finely balanced spring to regulate the speed of the second hand
The Keyless works: Allows you to wind, hack, quickset and change the time through the crown and stem
The Yoke: uses a spring and catching system to push the cogs of the keyless works into the right position
The minute cog/Bridge: Drives the minute hand
The hour cog: moves the hours forward after the minute cog has done 60 complete rotations
The center poverty wheel: the pile that runs up through the center of the watch to turn each section of the pole at the right times
I guess that’s pretty much the gist of it?
Most watch restorations I’ve seen now display some for of each of these. Sometimes it’s a spring, sometimes it’s a bridge in the case of newer Seikos but they all seem to have most of these items.
Does that all seem correct?
Wow, Marshall - I came here from LR & was totally blown away by the quality of these videos. I'm not into watches, but this is so cool!!!
I have been wtching your videos for about 2 years now and have to say you have inspired me to buy a vintage watch and buy some watch repair tools. I have Neuropathy in my hand and fingers but I am giving it a go as I am homebound due to catching Sepsis 3 years ago, Thank you for the inspiration. The Vintage watch I bought to start with well I ended up buy 2 one is a Movado Calibre 8260, and a Universal Geneve 842 101 Calibre 1.42. not too sure if they are any good, but it is a start...
This video was super informative, and very well made.
I saw the time, and thought I was going to quit out but stuck around until the end. Couldn't help but think how tiny everything is working on that watch.
As a I.T Tech, I think the smallest thing I've worked on over the years was resoldering a HDMI port. The port has about 19 pins that need to be micro soldered in place.
Just when it couldn't possibly get any better, BAM! The perfect strap...
I could listen to Marshall all day, such a relaxing voice!
Yeah, I was just marvelling at Marshall's mellifluous voice, and very clear, even for an old deaf geezer like me.
Marshall stumbled across your channel today love your camera work and really love your enthusiasm and appreciation of the vintage watches and the patina they carry
Life looks bright for you Max, Fed hobby du har fundet i så ung en alder. Thanks for the upload 🇩🇰
Science, engineering, functionality and beauty. Great watch. I'm genuinely happy for you, Maximillian.
a good find of max. I'm not a watch geek but I like this channel. I had not heard of this brand but understand that it is high quality. great fun watching your repairs/service. thanks
I have watched a number of your videos and the results with this one is exceptional. WOW
I'm in my late 20s, much older and Maximilian, and occasionally get odd looks of amazement by the mostly older folks that frequent the same thrift stores, antique stores, flea markets, amateur radio shows and gun shows that I do and are usually so friendly and willing to help out young people interested in these hobbies because many of them are a dying breed desperate to keep their hobby alive. You're a genuinely good guy for not only restoring people's family heirlooms to their former glory but also keeping your trade alive by encouraging and equipping a young man who's clearly highly motivated and has the potential to pursue this as a hobby or even a career with the ability to do so when he otherwise might not have
Hey there, as a young man I apprenticed as a custom jeweler. It was a love but i eventually moved on after my tools were stolen. Your videos give me a taste of that again and I love it! Thankyou
Fascinating to watch the breakdown and rebuild. I've always wondered what goes into a watch movement. Truly an art.
Another excellent restoration. Thank you for all of your content, Marshall. I am not a wearer of watches , but I absolutely love watching your content. I don't think I have the patience for being a Horologist. I find myself watching with suspense at times ... 😅. L9ve every minute of your channel. Thank you for your patience, dedication, and education. Regards from the Gold Coast, Australia..😊
I'm genuinely impressed with how close amzwatch were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.
This is the coolest video you have done. Helping this young man with his Flea Market find was just wonderful.
You are a great storyteller! And, Maximillian - thanks for the great find and adding some great content!