It's amazing how much more complicated that movement is with the addition of an alarm function. I've always been in awe of you guys who can build and repair these little machines, but I've never really thought about the people who actually design these complications. They must be some mad geniuses!
I inherited a Bullhead from my dad. He died a year ago now and I would love to honor his memory by repairing it myself. He was a watchmaker, but I haven't opened a watch since I was a teen, though, so I think it might be good for me to watch a few instruction videos to get my memory up to date and fill in all the blanks. 😊
Am not in anyway qualified to even open up a watch. Watching this video makes me happier knowing its complex parts and having this watch for the longest time.
Your meticulous work with tiny beautiful machines, your calm, quiet commentary, the unobtrusive music, I could almost fall asleep, if i weren't so absolutely fascinated. I wish I could do what you do, but I'm happy to watch and admire. These are among the most calming videos I've found, well done, sir.
Hello Mark, Sweden here again. I felt I had a anxiety/panic attack comming on a while ago, felt the need to combat that with a few meds and as I did this video came up in the feed,, watched it of course. Soft background music and that gentle voice.. Much better now. Thank you Mark.
agreed rocket science is like, way overrated put a big enough banger under it and its gonna go up dont ask me how I know this, ... I still get flashbacks
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The watch looks great! I love seeing things repaired, or repairing them myself, that most people would throw out. Nothing better than rusty junk coming back to life.
I don't know how I ended up here. At first I said there is no way I am going to watch this over 30 minute video but I ended up watching the whole thing and I enjoyed every bit of it! it is actually therapeutic and it makes you appreciate mechanical working of a watch and the amazing talent and delicacy needed to fix such stuff. You are one talented mechanical surgeon!
Of all the great content you've uploaded, this is by far my favourite video! I've also taken to repairing absolute junkers, and although I don't always succeed, when it does its so much more rewarding
Great video. A pleasure to watch! Surprising how much you can learn just by observing. Having just completed your Level two course I think this is a project to far for me at the moment but still, inspirational. Thank you.
Ordered one for myself off ebay based off this video. Got it today, the case and strap are all beat to hell, but once I opened her up... JOY! The movement and face are immaculate! I'm super chuffed. Will give her a service and then once I've refinished and plated the case and strap she'll be beautiful again. Cheers!
This video made my day. You are amazing. Your videos relax me and teach me. I own a Seiko Bellmatic 4006-6037 in much better shape than your patient. You brought it out of the ICU like the genius that you are. Thanks so much!!!
COMPETITION WINNER ANNOUNCED HERE: at 36:00 I purchased a complete junker of a Seiko Bellmatic with a 4006A movement inside. This movement and the watch as a whole was rusted solid to the point that the hands could not be altered and the movement did not run at all. Join me as I strip this down and attempt to make it run again.
No need to apologise for the continuity in the filming we all know where the true expertise in your uploads is and that is in the fantastic watch making skill you continually serve up for us.Thank you for taking the time and effort to educate and entertain us .👍🏻
I can't believe you restored that watch. It is great to see something so abused come back to good life. I actually like the wear and tear on the face. It gives the watch character.
As ever, I did watch until the end of the video to see if you forget some parts; but you really are a great professional, man...!!! I don't know how you can deal with so many stirring parts everywhere and never forget nothing. CONGRATULATIONS...!!!
@Brains ironically. 🤣🤣 yes both cats would jump on my lap when I had a soldering iron in my hand.Electronics was not the best hobby with Cats who adore you. 👍👍 But I wish that they were still with me. Bless them. My late Wife used to say to me,it’s a shame that you can’t attract women like you can attract Cats.. 😁😁😁.
Again I was glued to my laptop. Excellent video. So different 'cause the watch had been neglected. As I watched, I was thinking of the contrast: The watch as you received it vs how tenderly you breathed life into it. In general, your commentary makes these videos fun! ...and often humorous. Plus, I am learning names of parts, etc., etc.
Amazing video - just seen! I have had one of these same watches from new. Recently repaired and cleaned after wearing whilst sailing and subject to a small ingress of sea water causing rust. (The watch over the years was no longer sealed.) After repair and cleaning the watch looses about 3 seconds a day whilst being worn and gains about 3 seconds a day overnight when placed face up. So, with a routine - I do not have to adjust the watch. 🙂 Watching your video gives me an insight into the workings of this timepiece. In 1977 the watch was being worn and survived a fire undamaged - more than I can say for me. Thank you. Watch is not for sale by the way 🙂
After 10 minutes i thought, he never will get this thing back together. Never. I was wrong. Great video. Regards from Germany. I also use a Seiko automatic.
I'm finally servicing one! Thank you for your videos. The most difficult part is the alarm spring. I can't wait till lesson 4 is available on your watch course!
Thanks Mark! The watch looks a lot better now. Yep, you have to pay close attention to the photos. Sometimes the sellers don't even know what they have. I won a bid awhile back on eBay and the seller, and I guess everyone else that viewed the two tools, thought that the tools where for installing hands on watches. After close examination I realized that they were actually very nice Bulova Accutron index finger collet adjustment tools on one end, and index finger pawl adjustment tools on the other end. I got them pretty cheap even considering shipping from across the pond!
A pleasure to watch. I do have one of these somewhere, it used to belong to my father but isn't working as it should. Won't be dismantling it any time soon... respect.
Dear Sweet Louise, what a bucket of bolts. It impresses me to no end that you were able to find a runner in that mess. I'm amazed at how much time you spent on it, too. If I figure your time at a hundred bucks an hour, plus the cost of the piece itself, it cost you over a thousand, here, I'm guessing. I'm also going to guess that the personal satisfaction and entertainment value of the work probably exceeds that amount. It was amazing to see. Thanks, Mark, for sharing the amazing journey.
Once again, I love seeing vintage watches saved and restored, two thumbs up! This was a lot of work Mark, but once again you have shown us why you are the Master! Thank you for rescuing this watch!
I don't see myself ever rebuilding a watch, I dont wear one (and certainly not mens watches), but your videos are so entertaining. Watching a quality craftsman giving a wonderful discussion or tutorial for a wonderful piece of workmanship, is always fun!
Not a watch maker but I owned one of these in the 70's, bought in the PX in Germany when I was in the Army. The watch was stolen in a burglary of my house in 1987. It was a great watch, felt good and when the alarm went off it made a nice buzz on my wrist. Important lesson. Never store valuables in the top dresser drawer. Burglars know where you keep you nice things.
Enjoyed watching the video on the restoration of that 1970s watch I have an old Timex automatic from my dad when he passed away I found still works just needs work I wish you were somebody like you around to repair it
I'm going to be servicing one of these tomorrow so I watched your video to see what I was getting into. Hopefully the one I'm servicing isn't rusty like yours. Great video!
Very nice work as always! I have a Seiko on the bench at the moment, similar vintage and similar movement minus the alarm complication. I’ve let it sit for a while, but this episode has inspired me to get back into it. Thanks again... I love seeing these basket cases return to life.
I would be proud to wear that watch. Like you say, it not only is keeping good time, but it comes with a story all its own. I like your style and attention to detail and knowledge about watches and keeping them working. Cheers.
Excellent job. I've started repairing and servicing watches after watching your channel and also taking your watchrepair obline course. I find it very soothing and almost lije a sort of meditation. However, you seem to have the same problem that I have. I want to try and fix every watch I see and I think they deserve to tick. It is amazing how much job that has gone into old timepieces that no one (well almost no ino) finds any value in nowadays. Thank you !
Simply amazing. I just discovered your channel and now, I'm going to have to binge watch. Take a piece of junk and turn it into a working time piece. Well done.
Thanks for this, especially as I have one bought a while ago in non working condition just because I did not have an alarm watch. With your masterclass I will sort it out, no doubt with rather a lot of pausing and rewinding of the vid. Best wishes Vic
I know very little about watches, but I could spend all day watching this channel. Seriously, great work. And the background relaxing music is excellent. And your attitude when you make mistakes is something to be proud of ! Keep up the good work.
I just had to watch this video wearing my 1970 Bellmatic, purchased new while stationed in Saigon a lifetime ago. It still looks and runs like new although it's gold look plating is thinning. I love to wear it to a quiet dinner with friends and set the alarm to go off mid evening. Creates a great conversation point as most people have never heard a mechanical alarm. Congrats on the beautiful video and great resurrection. I always love your music choices. I know who i want working on my Bellmatic when next it needs service.
There's no real good reason I should have found your channel - but I'm glad I did: it's fascinating work; wonderful skill on display; it's therapeutic and calming. You sir, are a true gentleman :-)
This ain’t a job, this is ART 🌟
Thanks for the encouragement. And thanks for watching
Couldn't agree more!
No it's just a job. Stop exagerating
So therapeutic. This should be prescribed for people who suffer from anxiety
But - It Wants To Run! That alone makes it worth the effort. Man after my own heart, love these watch rescue videos!
@pedro silva - The manual for this movement states 180 degrees and above. We got it above ;)
Thank you Broderick
It's amazing how much more complicated that movement is with the addition of an alarm function. I've always been in awe of you guys who can build and repair these little machines, but I've never really thought about the people who actually design these complications. They must be some mad geniuses!
I love how conservative and understated a lot of the older watches are...beautiful work and watch.
Cheers. Really appreciate that.
I inherited a Bullhead from my dad. He died a year ago now and I would love to honor his memory by repairing it myself.
He was a watchmaker, but I haven't opened a watch since I was a teen, though, so I think it might be good for me to watch a few instruction videos to get my memory up to date and fill in all the blanks. 😊
Am not in anyway qualified to even open up a watch. Watching this video makes me happier knowing its complex parts and having this watch for the longest time.
Your meticulous work with tiny beautiful machines, your calm, quiet commentary, the unobtrusive music, I could almost fall asleep, if i weren't so absolutely fascinated. I wish I could do what you do, but I'm happy to watch and admire. These are among the most calming videos I've found, well done, sir.
How do not scream “it’s alive!” Once it starts running? Love your videos. Keep them coming.
Hello Mark, Sweden here again.
I felt I had a anxiety/panic attack comming on a while ago, felt the need to combat that with a few meds and as I did this video came up in the feed,, watched it of course.
Soft background music and that gentle voice.. Much better now.
Thank you Mark.
glad to hear that Peder :)
Be careful with the pills. If there benzos they cause a nasty addiction. I would know
you sir are one of the gifted people with patience and steady hands. really love your works. keep it coming. :)
Incredible. There is a joy in bringing forgotten machanical things back to life. You are truely a gifted master!!!
I feel like building a rocket would be easier
Einstein wanted to be a watchmaker...tells ya somthin.
hahahaha, yeah really !
@@thomassavage527 instead, he solved time.
agreed
rocket science is like, way overrated
put a big enough banger under it and its gonna go up
dont ask me how I know this, ... I still get flashbacks
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I could hear the watch thank you when you were applying lubricant.
😂😂😂
Well, Ireally thought it would have been a write off. Amazing work from an artist.
This guy is a true maestro...if he can't fix it then it is not worth fixing! I have watched many videos here and this guy is the best on youtube.
The watch looks great! I love seeing things repaired, or repairing them myself, that most people would throw out. Nothing better than rusty junk coming back to life.
Really enjoyed “watching” you bring this timepiece back to life. Highly skilled and artful... big thumbs up.
Wonderful bringing to life a watch that wanted to live. You played the doctor to a dying patient
I don't know how I ended up here. At first I said there is no way I am going to watch this over 30 minute video but I ended up watching the whole thing and I enjoyed every bit of it! it is actually therapeutic and it makes you appreciate mechanical working of a watch and the amazing talent and delicacy needed to fix such stuff. You are one talented mechanical surgeon!
This was fun and relaxing to “ watch”...pun intended! Great to see an older and abused watch given new life. Cheers from Nova Scotia, Canada.
Thanks - Appreciate the comment Michael
Such a great watch two reasons it’s a Seiko and it has a mechanical alarm, been on my watch wish list for a while
This is amazing work. A very complicated movement done so easily. You are a thoroughbred professional.
It was fate that the bellmatic has found you. I am sure it is crying with tears in its eyes. So happy for you. Your work was simple unbelievable!
Of all the great content you've uploaded, this is by far my favourite video! I've also taken to repairing absolute junkers, and although I don't always succeed, when it does its so much more rewarding
Thanks - Appreciate the comment Antti
Great video. A pleasure to watch! Surprising how much you can learn just by observing. Having just completed your Level two course I think this is a project to far for me at the moment but still, inspirational. Thank you.
Thanks Jason
Thank you for making these superb films, they are so well photographed and edited, such a great cure for stress and anxiety! Much appreciated Mark
Ordered one for myself off ebay based off this video. Got it today, the case and strap are all beat to hell, but once I opened her up... JOY! The movement and face are immaculate! I'm super chuffed. Will give her a service and then once I've refinished and plated the case and strap she'll be beautiful again. Cheers!
This video made my day. You are amazing. Your videos relax me and teach me. I own a Seiko Bellmatic 4006-6037 in much better shape than your patient. You brought it out of the ICU like the genius that you are. Thanks so much!!!
Cheers. Really appreciate that.
COMPETITION WINNER ANNOUNCED HERE: at 36:00
I purchased a complete junker of a Seiko Bellmatic with a 4006A movement inside. This movement and the watch as a whole was rusted solid to the point that the hands could not be altered and the movement did not run at all. Join me as I strip this down and attempt to make it run again.
How much did you sell it for?
Watch restoration is pure talent 😍
No need to apologise for the continuity in the filming we all know where the true expertise in your uploads is and that is in the fantastic watch making skill you continually serve up for us.Thank you for taking the time and effort to educate and entertain us .👍🏻
Amazing vid, amazing work! I really enjoyed watching that 😍❤
Thank you Mack
I wish they would make a new mechanical alarm watch.
I can't believe you restored that watch. It is great to see something so abused come back to good life. I actually like the wear and tear on the face. It gives the watch character.
As ever, I did watch until the end of the video to see if you forget some parts; but you really are a great professional, man...!!!
I don't know how you can deal with so many stirring parts everywhere and never forget nothing. CONGRATULATIONS...!!!
" Has been treated like an golden egg!!"
Laughing my bud off!! ;)
it's a "Special" watch :)
@@WatchRepairChannel I bet it is!! ;)
and I can’t even put a sandwich together
I think that if the watch was alive it would be really grateful for what you've done for it and by giving it a second chance.
Thoroughly enjoyed watching an artist at work. Brilliant.
"Luckily, I had a spare one."
Somebody's been watchin This Old Tony :)
Hey - not so much of the old!!! I'm not yet 50 ;)
By the way - how did you know my middle name is Tony - I don't think I ever made that public.
@@WatchRepairChannel ruclips.net/user/featony
@@boj4ngles Cool - thanks, looks great.
I think he's referring to a RUclips channel by a guy called "This Old Tony" who's funny and brilliant at the same time. Similar humour!!
Sir I'm asking you to never say that your job is not interesting. You are an artist. It's very relaxing to watch your craftsmanship
It's good that you were able to make this repair, quite impressive. Has complications, but a nice challenge. Thanks Mark.
13:48: That's the time when one of my cats would decide to "help" and jump up on the bench and knock everything all over the floor.
lol yes I use to allow my cats into my work area, until I came home and found that they helped me clear my bench.
😂😂😝
@Brains ironically. 🤣🤣 yes both cats would jump on my lap when I had a soldering iron in my hand.Electronics was not the best hobby with Cats who adore you. 👍👍 But I wish that they were still with me. Bless them. My late Wife used to say to me,it’s a shame that you can’t attract women like you can attract Cats.. 😁😁😁.
what is that blue grease that he's using to oil the stem?
I find this video more relaxing than lying on a beach in the Bahamas. Love your channel...and thanks for taking the time to make these!
Again I was glued to my laptop. Excellent video. So different 'cause the watch had been neglected. As I watched, I was thinking of the contrast: The watch as you received it vs how tenderly you breathed life into it. In general, your commentary makes these videos fun! ...and often humorous. Plus, I am learning names of parts, etc., etc.
How do you know where everything goes after you take everything apart, and what's the purple stuff you keep applying, some sort of lubricant?
because he is a watch maker
Note to self: Stop marking up watches with arrows!
Thanks for sharing. Seikos are a family tradition and you provide great tutorials!
It's amazing how you're able to take to watch apart and put it back together. I really enjoy your videos
And tonight on Friday 13th, we're going to pick a "lucky" winner.................
U shudda asked for a lower price, that thing is in terrible quality
Your videos are like therapy to me. After a hard day's work, a lullaby for sleep.
These back from the dead restoration videos are by far my favorites of all your videos.
Restoring watches like this is a noble pursuit. I tip my metaphorical hat to you sir.
Forget Archie Luxury..... No watch is Junk until this man says it is !!! You Sir are the very definition of "craftsman"
Amazing video - just seen! I have had one of these same watches from new. Recently repaired and cleaned after wearing whilst sailing and subject to a small ingress of sea water causing rust. (The watch over the years was no longer sealed.) After repair and cleaning the watch looses about 3 seconds a day whilst being worn and gains about 3 seconds a day overnight when placed face up. So, with a routine - I do not have to adjust the watch. 🙂 Watching your video gives me an insight into the workings of this timepiece. In 1977 the watch was being worn and survived a fire undamaged - more than I can say for me. Thank you. Watch is not for sale by the way 🙂
Enjoy seeing old watches brought back to life!
After 10 minutes i thought, he never will get this thing back together. Never. I was wrong. Great video. Regards from Germany. I also use a Seiko automatic.
I'm finally servicing one! Thank you for your videos. The most difficult part is the alarm spring. I can't wait till lesson 4 is available on your watch course!
Thanks Mark! The watch looks a lot better now. Yep, you have to pay close attention to the photos. Sometimes the sellers don't even know what they have.
I won a bid awhile back on eBay and the seller, and I guess everyone else that viewed the two tools, thought that the tools where for installing hands on watches. After close examination I realized that they were actually very nice Bulova Accutron index finger collet adjustment tools on one end, and index finger pawl adjustment tools on the other end.
I got them pretty cheap even considering shipping from across the pond!
Thank you Robert Calk Jr.
A pleasure to watch. I do have one of these somewhere, it used to belong to my father but isn't working as it should. Won't be dismantling it any time soon... respect.
I know that you have years of training and experience. But I am still amazed at how you remember how these are re-assembled. Yes. Truly an art.
Dear Sweet Louise, what a bucket of bolts. It impresses me to no end that you were able to find a runner in that mess. I'm amazed at how much time you spent on it, too. If I figure your time at a hundred bucks an hour, plus the cost of the piece itself, it cost you over a thousand, here, I'm guessing. I'm also going to guess that the personal satisfaction and entertainment value of the work probably exceeds that amount. It was amazing to see. Thanks, Mark, for sharing the amazing journey.
Thanks Randy Novick - Appreciate the comment
Once again, I love seeing vintage watches saved and restored, two thumbs up! This was a lot of work Mark, but once again you have shown us why you are the Master! Thank you for rescuing this watch!
Thank you Scott
You're my hero!
There's something noble in repairing things and moreover when to do it you need such a great amount of knowledge and skill.
Kudos!
I have been following your videos for a rather long time, I have to say that you are an exquisite watchmaker.
I don't see myself ever rebuilding a watch, I dont wear one (and certainly not mens watches), but your videos are so entertaining. Watching a quality craftsman giving a wonderful discussion or tutorial for a wonderful piece of workmanship, is always fun!
Great video as always. Enjoyed every minute of it. Thanks
It's up to you, it's an honest watch showing it's been worn. You did a fantastic job reviving this watch
Watching you save these neglected watches is great fun. Thanks!
Not a watch maker but I owned one of these in the 70's, bought in the PX in Germany when I was in the Army. The watch was stolen in a burglary of my house in 1987. It was a great watch, felt good and when the alarm went off it made a nice buzz on my wrist. Important lesson. Never store valuables in the top dresser drawer. Burglars know where you keep you nice things.
Enjoyed watching the video on the restoration of that 1970s watch I have an old Timex automatic from my dad when he passed away I found still works just needs work I wish you were somebody like you around to repair it
Beautiful, I really love all about old classic hand watch being restore to life again, keep up the awesome work Sir, Respect 👏
Don't change anything. First time time seeing your work. Not everyone has the ability to bring back the dead. Keep up the resurrections. 👍👍👍👍
I'm going to be servicing one of these tomorrow so I watched your video to see what I was getting into. Hopefully the one I'm servicing isn't rusty like yours. Great video!
You brought new life and all the components are working together to do what they were designed to do. Great work.
I don't know what is more relaxing, you doing the watch or the music in the background.
This is so much funn to watch. Thanks for doing it and bringing it back to life. I hope you enjoy it a lot
Very nice work as always! I have a Seiko on the bench at the moment, similar vintage and similar movement minus the alarm complication. I’ve let it sit for a while, but this episode has inspired me to get back into it. Thanks again... I love seeing these basket cases return to life.
I would be proud to wear that watch. Like you say, it not only is keeping good time, but it comes with a story all its own. I like your style and attention to detail and knowledge about watches and keeping them working. Cheers.
This was an excellent restoration and I'm really happy you left the patina on the indices!
Please make more this type of videos as these watches they always tell a story and there is always something new to see and learn. PERFECTTTTT
Amazing! I spent 37 minutes to watch the restoration. You, sir, are a master of your craft. Well done!
Turned out great! I love that you left the dial and hands as is. Better to leave them be.
Amazing. I can change straps ad the occasional battery change. However, I would definitely leave watch restoration to the experts. Love your videos.
Great job of showing how a junk watch can be made useful again with enough skill. Thanks for taking time to put this togeather and sharing!
Excellent job. I've started repairing and servicing watches after watching your channel and also taking your watchrepair obline course. I find it very soothing and almost lije a sort of meditation. However, you seem to have the same problem that I have. I want to try and fix every watch I see and I think they deserve to tick. It is amazing how much job that has gone into old timepieces that no one (well almost no ino) finds any value in nowadays. Thank you !
Simply amazing. I just discovered your channel and now, I'm going to have to binge watch. Take a piece of junk and turn it into a working time piece. Well done.
Dear watchmaker, isn't only hard gained knowledge, you're a gifted man!! God help to this art never get lost.
Thanks for this, especially as I have one bought a while ago in non working condition just because I did not have an alarm watch. With your masterclass I will sort it out, no doubt with rather a lot of pausing and rewinding of the vid. Best wishes Vic
I know very little about watches, but I could spend all day watching this channel. Seriously, great work. And the background relaxing music is excellent. And your attitude when you make mistakes is something to be proud of ! Keep up the good work.
Big difference, I love the final outcome. Patina on dial through clear lens is my favourite. Thanks
I just had to watch this video wearing my 1970 Bellmatic, purchased new while stationed in Saigon a lifetime ago. It still looks and runs like new although it's gold look plating is thinning. I love to wear it to a quiet dinner with friends and set the alarm to go off mid evening. Creates a great conversation point as most people have never heard a mechanical alarm. Congrats on the beautiful video and great resurrection. I always love your music choices. I know who i want working on my Bellmatic when next it needs service.
Beyond fascinating! Found myself holding my breath when you were taking some of the parts out. :-)
There's no real good reason I should have found your channel - but I'm glad I did: it's fascinating work; wonderful skill on display; it's therapeutic and calming. You sir, are a true gentleman :-)
It is good to know there is a skilled watchmaker living in my country. Welcome.
Amazing transformation! I was never that interested in mechanical alarm watches before, but now I feel like I need a Bellmatic.