Hello Chris. I'm new to watch repair. Great hobby. Learning on watches. My bride, of 51 years asked me if I could fix her Swiza clock that she purchased for her parents in the 60's. I went to RUclips and typed in Swiza, and there you were. It's the exact movement that you have shown on this video. Not worked since the 70's. By following your directions I'm sure I will achieve a full restoration. It looks in really good condition. The external brass case surround is in the shape of a large mansion house key. I have a photograph our clock but not sure how to make an attachment. Regards and Thank you. Ross.
Many thanks Ross, glad you enjoyed the vid and hope it is helpful. You can't attach pics here, but you can go to my facebook page (The Ultimate Recycler) and post there if you like. Good luck with your project! 👍😊
Thank you for this video! Thank you for all the helpful detail and information and thank you for being so savvy about how this all reads on video. And thank you for the helpful voice over instead of awful music! It’s so hard to find really detailed clock repair videos. THANK YOU!!
Just watched this video and really enjoyed every minute. I learned so much and your voice over was imperative to understanding what is going on. Brilliant! Although I am not sure I can do this I learned a ton. Thanks.
I just serviced the same movement. Wished I'd seen your video before! It was my very first tear down / service. The only part I didn't dismantle was the mainspring, but now that I've seen your video, I think I could even tackle this part. Very informative thank you!
Nice job and well done video. I totally agree with your comments at the end about how it doesn't make sense economically to fix a clock like this and the cost to fix being greater than the value of the clock. In this case it looks like it just needed a good cleaning and lubrication. Just imagine if you were repairing this for a customer and you found a broken jewel or other broken, difficult to repair part. I also totally agree that it is very satisfying to take one of these apart, clean it, put it back together and get it going again. Thanks for making this video.
Awesome gadget for tired old eyes. I think I will buy myself a birthday present. And don't tell anyone but I was officially old several years ago! LOL!
I like U mate, I hate listening to music, while watching a vid, usually watching at nite and music come on and wake everyone up. Good U done voice over. Keep up the good work mate
Well done! The horologists watching this may accuse you of being rough, but you're a very fine teacher. Your choice of words, even when you don't use the precise word for the component is unambiguous, and educational, and everything you do makes sense. I think the clock repairers put the balance wheel and palate fork in last, because that way they can rotate the main spring, and watch the train of wheels all turning, right down to the escape wheel! That may not have been possible with this one. Either way, a brilliant video. Congratulations on a fine job. As you say, while it's not working, you have nothing to lose - give it a go. My philosophy in general too. Thank you very much!
Incredible information from the ultimate recycler.i had the same clock that didn't work for years followed your video and hey it's running again,had trouble keeping the correct time but after slight adjustment over a few days all is good. Thank you so much.
Thanks so much Chris! Similar situation with my swiza 8. After hearing in a couple of shops "We don't do repair on these clocks" by watching your video I resolved to unmount the mechanism and give a simple clean with some petrol to the whole movement. It seemed to do the trick. If it will stop I will do the complete service, let's see. Keep it up with the recycling work, this is the future!
I have just started a repair/service on the Swiza 8 alarm clock and found the reason it stopped running is the first wheel of the barrel that dives the wheel train is bent. So, need to find a dona movement. Great video mate and good job 👍
@@TheUltimateRecycler Ha turns out the top pivot was broken. I bought a swiza alarm for parts. It different not jewelled like the one im repairing. All good fun 🙄
Good video, i would however assemble the trains first then apply a little power to make sure the train runs free before adding the pallets & balance. Thx
Really liked this one! You shouldn't worry too much about running long(er). Thanks for pointing out the repair conundrum - effort vs. worth. Still believe we all should find a way to solve this puzzle. Worth alone does not adequately reflect the actual price of ressources and possibly wasting them. Ah well.. One day I might try to work on a clock - a cheap one. Just to try it and maybe catch a glimpse of that awesome feeling if it turns out allright.
It must be the trigger system not activating as the same spring drives the alarm and the clock and since the clock is working fine, the spring power for the alarm must be fine. I can't offer any more help than that I'm afraid.
Nice job Chris, I totally need to get one of those visors my eyes are getting bad for close up stuff like that. I know what your saying about the time lapse footage, it's hard to know what to cut out, what to speed up, how much talking is too much etc. etc. . You struck a good balance I'd say, (unlike me I think lol) then again I was very interested in everything you had to say so maybe I'm biased 😄
Thanks Doc! Yes, the visor is excellent and much more comfortable than I was expecting! We all probably think we talk too much - but I think silence or royalty free music is worse in most cases! Thanks for watching! 😊
You could probably just soak them in IPA and give them a good but gentle brush. Ultrasonic cleaners are much better though and they are pretty cheap to buy these days. Thanks for watching 😊
Hi. I have a doubt. The wind actually works good for 8 days? I have the same clock but my clock not keep the Time after 2 or 3 days. Regards from Chile❤.
The length of time a clock will run for gradually reduces as the parts age and wear. The springs eventually lose some of their power and friction throughout the movement slowly increases if they aren't serviced regularly.
Hello Chris. I'm new to watch repair. Great hobby. Learning on watches. My bride, of 51 years asked me if I could fix her Swiza clock that she purchased for her parents in the 60's. I went to RUclips and typed in Swiza, and there you were. It's the exact movement that you have shown on this video. Not worked since the 70's. By following your directions I'm sure I will achieve a full restoration. It looks in really good condition. The external brass case surround is in the shape of a large mansion house key. I have a photograph our clock but not sure how to make an attachment. Regards and Thank you. Ross.
Many thanks Ross, glad you enjoyed the vid and hope it is helpful. You can't attach pics here, but you can go to my facebook page (The Ultimate Recycler) and post there if you like. Good luck with your project! 👍😊
Thank you for this video! Thank you for all the helpful detail and information and thank you for being so savvy about how this all reads on video. And thank you for the helpful voice over instead of awful music! It’s so hard to find really detailed clock repair videos. THANK YOU!!
Thanks for watching! Yeah, I get a little sick of annoying music padding out videos. I'd rather offer as much info as I can think of 😊
Great video! Love your style and patience. I've watched dozens of watch and clock repair videos and this is my favorite. Cheers!
Many thanks Matthew! 👍😁
Just watched this video and really enjoyed every minute. I learned so much and your voice over was imperative to understanding what is going on. Brilliant! Although I am not sure I can do this I learned a ton. Thanks.
Thanks Sandy, appreciate the feeback! 😊👍
I just serviced the same movement. Wished I'd seen your video before! It was my very first tear down / service. The only part I didn't dismantle was the mainspring, but now that I've seen your video, I think I could even tackle this part.
Very informative thank you!
Thanks cakepanda! Hope you had success 😊👍
Nice job and well done video. I totally agree with your comments at the end about how it doesn't make sense economically to fix a clock like this and the cost to fix being greater than the value of the clock. In this case it looks like it just needed a good cleaning and lubrication. Just imagine if you were repairing this for a customer and you found a broken jewel or other broken, difficult to repair part. I also totally agree that it is very satisfying to take one of these apart, clean it, put it back together and get it going again. Thanks for making this video.
Thanks for watching Paul and thanks for your comments! 😊👍
Awesome gadget for tired old eyes. I think I will buy myself a birthday present. And don't tell anyone but I was officially old several years ago! LOL!
Your secret is safe with me Laura - and all of RUclips! 😜🤣
I like U mate, I hate listening to music, while watching a vid, usually watching at nite and music come on and wake everyone up. Good U done voice over. Keep up the good work mate
Thanks mate - youtube background music really bugs me! 😬
Agree, a voice over is much better than music. Great video!
Thank you Heather - I'm glad I'm not the only one in that boat! 😊
Well done! The horologists watching this may accuse you of being rough, but you're a very fine teacher. Your choice of words, even when you don't use the precise word for the component is unambiguous, and educational, and everything you do makes sense. I think the clock repairers put the balance wheel and palate fork in last, because that way they can rotate the main spring, and watch the train of wheels all turning, right down to the escape wheel! That may not have been possible with this one. Either way, a brilliant video. Congratulations on a fine job. As you say, while it's not working, you have nothing to lose - give it a go. My philosophy in general too. Thank you very much!
Thank you Dave. Yeah I've been called a cowboy more than once by the clock purists! 🤣
I appreciate your comments mate 👍😊
@@TheUltimateRecycler a cowboy with gentle hands??
@@zs1dfr Haha, maybe I should hide the stock whip! 😂😂
Great vid. Thoroughly enjoyed watching
Thanks Gary! Thanks for watching 👍😊
Incredible information from the ultimate recycler.i had the same clock that didn't work for years followed your video and hey it's running again,had trouble keeping the correct time but after slight adjustment over a few days all is good. Thank you so much.
That's fantastic to hear Peter! Well done you! 🙌😊
I finally had TIME to WATCH this video 🤣🤣🤣🤣
There's always room for a time pun Melissa! Nice work! 👍🤣
Thanks so much Chris! Similar situation with my swiza 8. After hearing in a couple of shops "We don't do repair on these clocks" by watching your video I resolved to unmount the mechanism and give a simple clean with some petrol to the whole movement. It seemed to do the trick. If it will stop I will do the complete service, let's see. Keep it up with the recycling work, this is the future!
Thankyou Marco! Pleased you had some success 👍 I'm going to try another small clock soon with a brake cleaner rinse to see how that goes!
Wonderful work, you are incredibly patient, hats off to you! There is something very therapeutic in watching the clock workings!
Very true, they are mesmerizing! It amazes me how someone could actually invent a clock movement!!
Very interesting i enjoyed watching that nice work mate ................... Thumbs Up
Thanks Brissy Boy! Appreciate your support! 👍😀
It cleaned up beautifully. I have a swiss clock of similar size, this has inspired me to open it up.
Cool! I constantly marvel at the beautiful workmanship of the Swiss!
Nice video and description of work. Thanks
Thanks Toby! 😊
I have just started a repair/service on the Swiza 8 alarm clock and found the reason it stopped running is the first wheel of the barrel that dives the wheel train is bent. So, need to find a dona movement. Great video mate and good job 👍
Many thanks! Any chance of straightening it?
@@TheUltimateRecycler It looks like a banana so no chance. Found another clock for parts, hopefully that ones 😊 straight
@@TheUltimateRecycler Ha turns out the top pivot was broken. I bought a swiza alarm for parts. It different not jewelled like the one im repairing. All good fun 🙄
Great repair Chris, what a wonderful little timepiece, I can understand the owner wanting to get it running again 👍😀
Thanks Dave! Yes, it is a cutie and very nicely made! God bless the Swiss! 😊
Glad to see you're also interested in clocks, David. You Aussie's make fine restorers. Hope you're not planning to desert the radio world, David!
Handy new words for me: fiddly, fiddiest bits. Well done project and explanations. Enjoyed the video.
Thanks Christine! 😊👍
Good video, i would however assemble the trains first then apply a little power to make sure the train runs free before adding the pallets & balance.
Thx
Thanks Robert. Yes, probably a good idea 👍😊
Hats of to you mate, that's a very teething job. Great advise on oil turning hard and sticky over time 👍
Thanks SWK! Appreciate your continued support! You can leave your hat on! 😆
Superb video. Awesome!
Many thanks Anthony! 😊👍
Really liked this one! You shouldn't worry too much about running long(er). Thanks for pointing out the repair conundrum - effort vs. worth. Still believe we all should find a way to solve this puzzle. Worth alone does not adequately reflect the actual price of ressources and possibly wasting them. Ah well.. One day I might try to work on a clock - a cheap one. Just to try it and maybe catch a glimpse of that awesome feeling if it turns out allright.
Thanks for such a great comment! It is an awesome feeling and certainly tilts the effort vs. worth equation!
Nice job! Like that digital microscope.😄👍
So do I Geoff! One of the best things I've purchased lately! Thanks 😊
I have the same movement in a different clock, keeps great time only thing is the alarm doesn’t work, any ideas what it might be.
It must be the trigger system not activating as the same spring drives the alarm and the clock and since the clock is working fine, the spring power for the alarm must be fine. I can't offer any more help than that I'm afraid.
Thanks Iv took a look at that and was exactly what was wrong, Iv fixed it now and very happy, great videos very informative.
Nice job Chris, I totally need to get one of those visors my eyes are getting bad for close up stuff like that. I know what your saying about the time lapse footage, it's hard to know what to cut out, what to speed up, how much talking is too much etc. etc. . You struck a good balance I'd say, (unlike me I think lol) then again I was very interested in everything you had to say so maybe I'm biased 😄
Thanks Doc! Yes, the visor is excellent and much more comfortable than I was expecting! We all probably think we talk too much - but I think silence or royalty free music is worse in most cases! Thanks for watching! 😊
Nice video, I don’t have the tools to clean my pieces like you do, what else can i use to clean them up?
You could probably just soak them in IPA and give them a good but gentle brush. Ultrasonic cleaners are much better though and they are pretty cheap to buy these days. Thanks for watching 😊
Hi. I have a doubt. The wind actually works good for 8 days? I have the same clock but my clock not keep the Time after 2 or 3 days. Regards from Chile❤.
The length of time a clock will run for gradually reduces as the parts age and wear. The springs eventually lose some of their power and friction throughout the movement slowly increases if they aren't serviced regularly.
Would you know where I could find a wind up key for a Swiza. I have one that is shaped like a oil lamp if that makes any difference.
Nope, sorry I don't think I have any spare like that.
Have old German estyma clock, wish I could know more
They are nice clocks as most German ones are 😊👍
Any idea how to dismantle the cylender version of the switz 8 day alarm clock im stuck with the alarm nob preventing me from sliding the body out
Sorry Samuel, I'm not familiar with that model. I guess the alarm knob needs to come off somehow - it possibly just pulls off rather than unscrews..
@@TheUltimateRecycler might as well give it a shot, not like it currently works. Thanks for the advice
Thanks
Thank you! 😊
Eu tô com um despertador pequeno tem como trocar o mecanismo
Não acho que os mecanismos sejam intercambiáveis, a menos que o relógio seja do mesmo modelo.
Obrigado por assistir 😊
11:17 yes me watching at 0.5x speed to see what i missed
Filming things is a very handy reference! 👍😊
Amazing thanks.
Thanks Mark! 😊👍