Restoration of a Rolex Watch - Rusty Movement - Severely Water Damaged
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- Опубликовано: 3 сен 2020
- This restoration of a twotone gold and steel Rolex watch was always going to be difficult. Water got into the watch during a period when the owner was unable to get any assistance. So the water just stayed there and the corrosion started to eat away at some key expensive Rolex watch components. By the time the watch came to me there was genuine doubt that the watch could be economically saved.
The Limited Edition Datejust dial side of the Rolex 2135 movement was most effected by the water ingress and the restoration of the dial itself posed a real challenge and required the lightest of touches to achieve sympathetically.
I do not talk much in this video leaving the action, mostly, to tell the story of the restoration.
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That was the most satisfying 18 minutes of my day, possibly my week, well done.
Haha! So pleased to hear that Itchy Feet! Thanks for taking a moment to say so! Richard
@Heywood Jablome lmfao
@@richardperrettwatchmaker why did I giggle at this comment. I must be 3
This was the most interesting thing that I’ve seen all month, resurrection of a Rolex Great 👍
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The fact that basically the entire dial side of the movement was rusted together in the beginning and it still just started right up when you were done with it really speaks for how robust these Rolex movements are. Fantastic job, as always.
I love when the balance wheel is added and immediately bursts in to life.
Hi Longshanks1956 .... me too! I still get a little lift when I put the balance back into a watch I have had apart! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
It's like overhauling a motor and then the first start up !!!!
@@richardperrettwatchmaker I mainly repair older pocket watches....I love it when the balance comes back to life. Every watch I say, "Welcome back".
My favourite part of every restoration also.
Tolle Arbeit welche du leistest, diese Rolex ist so etwas wie eine echte Vintage Rolex geworden. 👍
I never thought I would see a Rolex Watch with character but that is certainly one. Excellent restoration and well done, Sir.
Hi William ... It certainly does! Thank you for the feedback. Richard
You'd think watching someone working with such small parts would make you tense, but I find these videos quite relaxing.
Hi Keith ... so pleased it has that effect, it's designed to so I must be getting something right. Richard
An incredible restoration. I thought the watch was beyond help. Great job!
Enjoyed the video but truly missed your comments on watchmaking and life in general 😊 Part of the charm of your videos is your commentary, Richard !
Hi Bill .... Thank you for saying so but I fear you maybe in the minority. My audience reaction analytics suggest its best for me not to be either seen or heard. Harsh but true! But stay tuned as I will not be able to stay quiet or dark for ever. Thanks again. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Understood, but damn those statistics ! Partially joking... obviously you need to look at the numbers but do step back into the limelight, at least on occasion... Best regards, Bill
What a fantastic result , I thought that the movement would have to be replaced but you managed to salvage all components 👍🙂well done.
Hi pasha12343! I was surprised too! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Brilliant restoration.Very well done.It was a pleasure to see this transformation and salvage.
Thanks Danny! Really very pleased that you enjoyed it and thank you so much for taking the trouble to say so. Richard
Pure joy from this. I’m in watchmaking school, I can’t wait to get to this level!
Thanks so much Victoria! Richard
Everybody started at some lowly level and it sounds like you’re already on the expressway to an exciting career. Good luck!
A proper restoration! Rather than just replacing the parts, you cleaned them. Great job 👏🏽
This is not a restoration. In a proper restoration all the pitted and cosmetically dodgy parts would have been replaced with new factory originals. I'm sure the corroded/stained parts that were reused function fine, but nonetheless they seriously decrease the value of the watch. This watch is only worth a fraction of a watch that's both in good working and cosmetic condition. Unfortunately most of the sketchy parts can not be viewed from the outside. When the owner gets around to offering this watch for sale, I'm sure he'll demand top dollar, because the exterior of the watch looks fine, and the numbers on the timing machine are good. This is why a novice buyer should be very leery of buying any high-end used watch without an expert appraisal. Caveat emptor.
Thoroughly enjoyed watching you "raise the dead". Incredible workmanship!
I really like this style of video. Less talking, more steady focus. Nice. Thanks.
Hi Randy ... and it's one less thing for me to have to work on. That said I need a quiet environment in which to record the work and I live in a town which can be a challenge sometimes. Most of the time its OK but sometimes I just have to leave it and come back when the workman across the road have finished! Hope all good with you Randy. Richard
Thanks for sharing. This is one of the most amazing Rolex watch repairing session video I have ever seen. 👍👍👍👍👍
Hi K Circle... So pleased you enjoyed this and thank you for this great feedback. Richard
I’m hooked on your channel. Never seen why people would go on about Rolex watches now I’m itching to have one.
Good man George... these watches are addictively intriguing! Richard
I went over to your Amazon page. I would encourage everyone to do that. The instruments are as fascinating as the repairs. Excellent videos. Thank you for your work.
Breathing life back into a lovely piece. Great work.
That's what it felt like Dom Dom .... Thank you so much for the feedback! Much appreciated. Richard
Bravo brilliant job very therapeutic watching the rejuvenation and resurrecting a dead rolex master class. 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks 462904! Richard
Without doubt one of the must see watch renovations, somebody was one happy bunny seeing the after.
Hi Nick ... so pleased this made you a 'happy bunny'. Love that! Richard
I regularly watch videos of different watchmakers repairing these beautiful timepieces, and I'm always astonished by the craftsmanship and skills.
Seeing broken or neglected watches receiving the love they deserve and coming back to life is heartwarming, in these times of planned obsolescence and poorly made/disposable objects.
Ihave owned a Swiss Continental watch for twenty years, and it is very dear to my heart. I hope that it will be repaired. It is not very expensive, but I like it very much.
I love the moment when the balance wheel starts up the heart beat
Me too! I always get 'a little lift' when the balance flys into action on a watch I have just reassembled! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
I know. It’s like watching something come back to life. Very satisfying, and an incredible restoration.
I love your technique, simple n not so over done. Im a 3rd generation watchmaker, didn't go to school for it but was taught hands on training. I do it as a hobby, my grandfather started this in 1937, then my uncle n as he got older. Nobody from the family took the time to learn this trade. Since, me nor my mother met my grandfather, I did this as a gift for her. So 21yrs later i'm really happy I made this choice, it's relaxing n helps me explore my imagination. So I tried to make my own watches using parts from here n there, n using cheap bought watches. I have some videos posted, if you'd like to explore in your free time. Good luck on your channel n look forward to your next uploads. 🍻
Been binging on watch restoration vids during the lock down, so I have watched quite a few; this is my favourite by far.
Haha! Now that is good to hear .... thank you so much! Richard
What an impressive effort; when that balance sprang to life I was like "Congratulations, it's a Datejust"
I'm absolutely amazed how you did this ,with such craftmanship and especially love and attention for the work you do,it seems to me that the most impotent thing on your mind from the very first moment to start is to try and breath life into the watch and bring it back to life.
I contacted you privately and waiting to hear from you soon....
You are not just a Watchmaker. Your are an artist!!!👌👌👌
love that tenor sound at the end [very fitting for bringing a beautiful classic back to life].....my two favorites are Dexter Gordon and Stan Getz
You have my honest admiration. I could never do this
Hey thanks guidine7! ..... it does take a little bit of practice I guess! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
That watch is Lazarus... resurrected from the dead. Elegant work. Bravo!
Thanks Michael .... I did think myself it was maybe a goner at the start! Richard
WOW! Just WOW! That is amazing work!
Nice restoration, love that you featured the more severe corrosion work. Still get a delight when the balance is installed and immediately starts running
tommyrott1962 ... I still get a lifet everytime I re-install a balance on a watch. A Rolex like this is always 'really eager to g'o when its been serviced and I love to see it fly into action. Thanks for the feedback. richard
I thought it was toast, the owner must have been careless, probably forgot to screw down the crown. Job well done.👍
Or found it,yard sale find,auction buy, willed to them, bought on Ebay,lost it in water but recovered it, online Facebook sale page.There are so many things that could have happened apart from neglect.
Or swimming with the 🐟
Excellent work! A watch I’d be proud to wear. Thx for this!
Thank you so much for this feedback Marty ... much appreciated. Richard
Amazing video. Very relaxing to watch. Excellent job on that restoration. Sir. Watching your videos is not only relaxing but educational. As a “very” novice watch collector/enthusiast. I learn more and more by watching your your videos. Thank you.
I really enjoyed this video. Excellent in most respects: video quality - sharp focus; timing and pacing - enough time to see what's happening; and quality of subject. Happy to subscribe.
Thanks Malco ... welcome aboard! Richard
Hat off to you Richard...that looked destroyed when you took it apart.
Quality job there
Hi Kent! Thanks so much for this feedback and very pleased you enjoyed this video! Richard
I'm both impressed and astounded you managed to bring this watch back from the grave. 5*
Thanks so much Neil! Very pleased that you enjoyed this and thanks for taking the trouble to say so. Richard
Great vid!!! I’m so happy to see this fine piece of art and machinery brought back to life.
Thanks you Gary! Yes, even I was a bit surprised it turned out as well as it did! Thanks for the great feedback. Richard
Respect from India.
Beautiful work. Like a good surgeon.
That poor watch! Well, atleast the master of watch repairing knows what he's doing! Good job my guy with that restoration.
Haha! Love your your RUclips name! And thank you so much! Richard
Amazing work fantastic 😎🙏🕉👍🍀❤️
Hi Blashemous Rumors! Thank you so much .... Richard
This is my category of ASMR and chill, good work!
Thanks Dominik! Very pleased that this hit a ASMR spot for you! I aim for my stuff to be relaxing to watch so it's great to hear that this seems to be true. Richard
So relaxing watching true Mastery at work! Thank you for sharing!!
Thank you so much for this feedback Jean Paul. Richard
I would love to see a PART 2 that reveals more regarding the rust removal. I did share this on my facebook.
Thanks for sharing! Much appreciated! Richard
Lovely video and amazing you managed to save it. Curious if amplitude of 190 is a little lower than you would have liked as a final result or this is the best possible given the original damage to the watch? Thanks :)
Richard it's so wonderful to see the effort that the owner and yourself were willing to go to, to resurrect this beautiful timepiece. The face alone tells a wonderful story. Again another great video!
Hi Greg! This watch means a great deal to its owner and I was really keen to give her back the same watch that she sent me only working better than before the water got in. Mission accomplished I figure ... great to hear from you nd thanks for the support. Richard
I'm glad the original face was preserved. It now tells a story as well as the time.
How many hours does it take to completely strip down and reassemble the movement
amazing restoration!
well, this what we are being paid when we are paying for whilst purchasing a Rolex.
it's not the name it's the quality!
so cool!
Congratulations! Very nice job. The quality of the watch materials is also unbelievable!
Since the movement were so hardly damaged, bit amazed to see that the timegrapher says that it only makes 1 seconds of daily deviation after restoration. The dial seems like that it needs restorations. I don't know what the owner would say about it, but I think that also looks gorgeous in that way too… Truly fantastic work and thanks for this great video.
Hi battery ... yes I was pleased with the post restoration performance and the owner is very pleased with the results as the watch had great sentimental value for her. Thank you so much for the feedback. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker I was going to ask why the owner didn't change the dial but I since u said it holds sentimental value un assuming this is the reason why
Brilliant restoration Richard! Lovely to see a movement bought back from the broken box. What chemical did you use to remove the rust?
Hi RSC TE .... thank you so much. It was watch cleaning solution and rinse made for that solution. Hope this helps. Richard
I'm curious too. That answer left me with nothing. I think it could be 10% hydrochloric acid. It is sometimes called muriatic acid when it is sold for heavy-duty work. It will turn chromium plating black instantly, so don't splash it around. Not as nasty as sulfuric acid but bad enough. I say we turn to the Oracle of Delphi, or as we call it, Google. Here's a forum I just found. www.watchuseek.com/threads/removing-rust.2919178/
@@alext8828 I believe he knows what to do and not to do regarding the chemicals he uses. Lol
I have suddenly been algorithm'ed into watch repair recommendations. I have a Casio (sorry) and no interest in watches beyond the time, and yet this is great! ......hang on ..... 5 vids from Nekkid Watchmaker in my recommended ...... gonna be a long afternoon.
Dont ever be ashamed of casio! It's a GREAT watch brand and great value for money! Dont think that you need to expend thousand of dollars for a good watch :)
that was so impressive. I bet that watch means so much to the owner, even more so now that it's been restored and the timegrapher results are fantastic.
Excelente manutenção , você está de parabéns.
Muito obrigado Manual do Relojoeiro! Richard
Fascinating. Although I know some like the patina, would simply replacing the dial have been an option?
Hi demopen ... not really an option as there was great sentimental value to the owner of the watch in the existing dial. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Thanks for this, I had the same question. You did such an unbelievable job restoring the movement, Richard, my first thought would have been to refinish (or replace, in a perfect world) the dial and the date wheel.
@@richardperrettwatchmaker people pay good money for a great patina on a dial. The best part about this watch is the dial and the story that goes with it. I love a watch that has been worn showing battle damage. I though you were going to have to buy more parts than a mainspring, but due to your diligence and rolexes durability, it goes to show what can be brought back to life.
My question is what did it cost? I understand if you do not want to divulge this info.
Great work. Great filming and editing. Quick question: was the quality of the components a factor to successfully restore the watch? Ie.a lower quality movement than Rolex's would have sustained unrepairable damage. Keep up the good work! Cheers from Chile.
Hi RJ G ... great question and to a certain extent yes, definitely. Rolex make great watches and they can take some punishment. This was pretty severe corrosion and yet assembly 2135-668 held together despite me remving some metal to get it working. That's quality in my book. Thanks so much for the engagement. richard
Yes, good point! Maybe a chinese clone would have gone to hell...but a tiny Rolex...beautiful engineering, but terrible marketing and after sales service. Someone said that the new models are not for enthusiasts like us, but for people only caring to show off the brand. Better buy a used model and enjoy...
Wow! I changed a set of hands, dial, dial, bezel,case back, and crown on a Восток Амфибия. My friend called me a watchmaker, I shared this video and assured him that I am not. Beautiful work!
Haha! Nice work though Jimmy .... I love Boctok and have another video on an interesting one lined up for the future. Thank you so much for sharing my work and I am delighted you enjoyed this. thanks again Richard
It just amazes me every time I see a video of watch restoration, especially one that is so badly damaged, the amount of parts that go into making the watch, being disassembled, cleaned and reassembled and then resorted to just about brand new. Fantastic job!
Thank you so much for this feedback Stephen! So pleased you enjoyed it and your engagement is much appreciated. Richard
10:30 catch the hair on top of third wheel as center wheel is being fitted. I hope you got that out. It was bothering me.
I check both with the loupe and the footage at the end of each stage and sometimes there is debris that needs rodico-ing ... the footage can be really useful to me for spotting stuff too. So fear not, it would have been removed as part of the routine business. Richard
He did with his rodico, I caught that to. But he did get it, nice catch 👍
Rust damage doesn’t typically come out this well, right?
Dial looks kinda rough, but just tell everybody it’s patina and suddenly it looks beautiful.
Hi poopy_fingers, correct ... often replacement parts are needed. The dial looks rough under the magnification but without it its barely noticeable. Love a nice patina! Thanks for the feedback. richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker feels like it is the right move to not replacing any parts. Kinda love the weathered look. and we know mechanically perfect now. ;)
I would have put in a new, or a better condition vintage dial
So it proved that certain model of Rolex is not waterproof.
The watch restoration work was mind blowing! 👍👍👍
Astounding! Just beautiful work. I love these videos.
Why not give the case and maybe the glass as well a polish before putting it together?
perhaps the owner did not want it polished, some prefer honest wear
Nice save of the original. The performance is less than desirable with an amplitude
Hi MrCrystalcranium ... your comment points to some considerable experience in these things. You are accurate all the way in what you say. There was noway I could have economically made it look new ... but then the owner didn't want that or need COSC + performance. I figure I accmplished the mission here so nice of you to so precisely explain why. Thank you so much. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Thank you...yes I've fooled around a little with disassembly, cleaning, reassembly and regulating some basic ETA 2824s, 36s and 92s in fact, I currently have a 2892.A2 on my bench I got non running off Ebay for next to nothing. I haven't started the teardown yet but I'm looking forward to it! I'm just a beginner...take it apart, clean it and put it back together...no staking tool, no lathe etc but it's enjoyable. All the best. Chris
@@richardperrettwatchmaker did you check the amplitude with the watches dial up and down? The mechanism of these watches is rather capricious and it requires a very moderate lubrication. Looks like the spring case(sorry English is not my native, we call it the drum) has no friction against the plate or the bridge. Sorry for the bad English, it's not my native, but i think you got the point. Too much lubrication isn't good for this type of mechanism.
Beautiful workmanship Richard! Thoroughly enjoyed watching this.
Thank you so much Watch Crazy! Really pleased you enjoyed it and thank yu for taking the trouble to say so! Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker No problem at all, credit where credit is due. Nic
Fabulous. Thank you for making the video. I have great respect for your skills!
Thanks Kate! So pleased you enjoyed this and thank you for taking the trouble to let me know! Richard
How did the water get into the watch, in the shower?
Aren’t they water proof?
I mean, we are looking at a very expensive piece of equipment!
And should the watch not be opened and serviced, as soon as a problem is observed?
What is the price difference for a service
straight after water damage vs. when rusty?
These were questions that popped into my mind while watching your work.
Cheers
It may be dropped in a toilet before. Matters in toilet will corrupt a watch, no matter it is expensive or not.
If it’s a Vintage watch, the seal rings are most likely rotten, and that can happen to every watch no matter the price or quality. You would need a Rolex deep sea with a hydraulic seal for complete protection.
Hey Richard, nice video - great views too! I've just dropped you an interesting email through your website 👍
Thanks Ben and thanks for the email! I have responded .... guys check out Ben's brilliant channel ... ruclips.net/channel/UC4zt4qDcBH5OcSRth5PbZqw
What a fabulous transformation...really satisfying to watch.
Thanks Richard .... very pleased you enjoyed this and thank you so much for taking the trouble to say so! Richard
Brilliant! Never thought you would be able to repair and restore the Rolex. Magic!
Hi Allan ... I was a bit worried it mightnot be possible with replacing some expensive parts when I first looked under the dial. Thanks so much for the feedback sir! Richard
Awesome video and work. Thanks for sharing.
I realized today that there must be clocksmith on RUclips repairing old watches and you're the first I found. So, HOP a sub for you, my friend!
Welcome Aboard Jeremie! Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker morning!
I've been wondering, is it easy to learn about clocksmithing? I have a few watches that no longer works and I've been curious if it's an easy or difficult process? I'm currently studying to be a cabinetmaker and we were in metric to the 1/32 (huge margin of error compared to what seems to be 1/128 in clocksmiths).
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An amazing restoration... great work!
Thanks Mac! Richard
It's really satisfying watching your videos! They're really binge-worthy!
Lot's of feedback coming from Vienna today! Which is lovely ... Guys, check out the Tinkering for Fun channel which has some really interesting content (especially if you like 1940s typewriters and mini-rifle ranges in you garden and swiss army knives .... and who doesn't !?! ) plus the nicest female voice on RUclips ... ruclips.net/channel/UC94uqJG5TTJr6h-A34dzWJwvideos
First class video, thank you for posting, very interesting to see so much damage in specific areas and great work as always
Thanks Peter! Richard
Excellent work! Glad to see that watch’s dignity restored.
Thank you so much Arsalan M. Namdar! Great feedback. Much appreciated! Richard
Incredible work Mr. Perrett. That watch was a mess, you made it beautiful, well done Sir.
Thank you so much Chris! Richard
Now I know why I love my Rolex watches! Great craftsmanship!
Now it has a semi-post apocalyptic dial. So cool. You did well with what you were given.
Wow Richard you have brought a beautiful watch back from the brink of death, a joy to see you work.
Thank you so much Chuck! Richard
Superb. Very relaxing and very interesting. Please do more.
Thanks Graeme .... more in the pipeline! Richard
Great work! And great video. Thank You
Thanks so much Jack! Richard
Amazing! A fantastic job. It looked a write-off at the start, and to get it going again was a triumph of skill and no mistake!
Thanks Orwic 1! I was not sure myself whether or not it would be successful ...but it turned out well in the end. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
I really admire people that do this, good job!!!!
Thanks Pavle! Richard
what a treat to watch this! thanks for showing
Thank you Cristobal! Good to hear from you and thanks for the feedback. Richard
I can’t believe it came out that good. Very nice Richard, thanks for the video.
I was worried at the outset that it might not Mike and pleased myself with the outcome as is the owner. Good to hear from you and thanks for the feedback. Richard
So fun to watch, great job
Wow. Well done sir! Fascinating to watch
Thanks jhtnpa! So pleased you enjoyed this and thanks for the feedback. Richard
Simply amzing job!! Luv it!!
Thank you so much sir! Richard
Great video. Looks to be very satisfying work. Your level of experience shows through.
Thanks Shaun! Richard
What a great video to view at Easter 2023. You certainly brought that back from the dead!! 😇🤩
Superb workmanship, very relaxing well shot video, thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks Mick! Richard
Great work Richard. Perfect viewing with my morning coffee.
Haha! Thanks David .... think I am going to make one for myself now! Good to hear from you! Richard
I love seeing the insides of these Rolex watches. Add a couple of g's to it's value for the"distressed" look.
Thanks for the video!
Thanks Discount Ovid! Very pleased you enjoyed it and thanks for taking amoment to say so. Richard
Oh my!!! That's s tiny watch!! Great job saving it!! The patina gives it character.
Hi Ary Kelly! I agree it looks cool now it is not pristine. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Awesome vid....i really enjoy watching your vids and you are one of the reasons i got my very first mechanic watch
Incredible work! Well done.
So good, incredible work!