Restoring a Charming Vintage Watch From The 50's With a Clever Custom Dial!

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  • Опубликовано: 7 янв 2023
  • Marshall restores another vintage watch, this time it's a curious brand called Ernest Biehl... or is it? It turns out this watch has a customization he's never seen before! The watch needs a full restoration, and Marshall is up for it! Enjoy!
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  • @alexisaceves3134
    @alexisaceves3134 Год назад +594

    You’re like the bob ross of watch restoration and repair. You are very wholesome about your work and also as far as the whole being able to forget about the world i think a big part of that is you saying “we” as you go along the steps as if we were there doing it with you, having that inclusive language really helps

    • @matthews8576
      @matthews8576 Год назад +12

      Great comparison.

    • @christianblankenship7683
      @christianblankenship7683 Год назад +31

      🤣 He is the Bob Ross of watches!!!! "This gear needs a happy little place. It will live right there. Yeah. Right there. Oh yeah.... The light will really make it shine there..."

    • @acp02091
      @acp02091 Год назад +2

      Lol, I know for a fact that he’s seen that comparison in his comments section before! Too true!

    • @maggs131
      @maggs131 Год назад +5

      If Bob Ross didn't already have a legacy of being an amazing artist it could be from the eternal references to anyone soft spoken and incredible at what they do and their way of explaining it

    • @DeathMetalDerf
      @DeathMetalDerf Год назад +3

      Well said

  • @JohnP538
    @JohnP538 Год назад +130

    I was a purchasing agent for a company that was 94 years old. I was responsible for several million dollars of products every year. Buying the service awards and gold watches for retirees was one thing that I truly enjoyed.

    • @tedoyle61
      @tedoyle61 Год назад +6

      Sir, I appreciate your work. I tried to stay at one employer, but it just didn't happen. Seeing as I can't seem to stay at any one place for any substantial amount of time, I've come to appreciate these awards.

    • @JohnP538
      @JohnP538 Год назад +9

      @@tedoyle61 The company allowed the employee to choose anything of the same cost if they didn't want a gold watch. So over the years I hunted down tools, crystal, electronics and even art.

    • @Alan_Edwards
      @Alan_Edwards Год назад +6

      Does sound like a cool gig. After 45 years of service I was let go due to Covid...or so they said - never got my watch 🙁

    • @JohnP538
      @JohnP538 Год назад +5

      @@Alan_Edwards I never got one either, the company was bought out and closed soon after.

    • @timpatton3948
      @timpatton3948 Год назад +13

      This is one thing that our young workers will never get to experience as a whole. Corporations do not value experience like they used to. It's another reason why quality built into products is non existent. You have to throw it away and buy new instead of repairing it.

  • @cullercoatstunneloflove4307
    @cullercoatstunneloflove4307 Год назад +67

    Hi Marshall. I am one of those viewers who, whistle watching you videos can forget and become engrossed in your explanation and calm tone. I have severe anxiety, depression and PTSD. Cannot read any extended test or watch a movie, but your videos have an escapism for me that I find hard to experience even during sleep. Thank you for all your time and effort posting amazing videos. Sláinte

  • @TaintedBlood30
    @TaintedBlood30 Год назад +18

    "It was Grandfather's watch and when Father gave it to me he said I give you the mausoleum of all hope and desire; it's rather excruciating-ly apt that you will use it to gain the reducto-absurdum of all human experience which can fit your individual needs no better than it fitted his or his father's. I give it to you not that you may remember time, but that you might forget it now and then for a moment and not spend all your breath trying to conquer it. Because no battle is ever won he said. They are not even fought. The field only reveals to man his own folly and despair, and victory is an illusion of philosophers and fools." ~William Faulkner

    • @cee7153
      @cee7153 Год назад +1

      Which work of Faulkner's is that quote from, please, Drew?
      It's pretty elemental and eternal.

    • @TaintedBlood30
      @TaintedBlood30 Год назад +2

      @@cee7153 The Sound and the Fury

  • @outhous3
    @outhous3 Год назад +3

    This channel is the reason that I'm now the owner of a mechanical watch. Ive worn digital watches in the past, but never really had the chance to appreciate how beautiful mechanical watches are. I got one with a clear back so I can see the movement

    • @thedolt9215
      @thedolt9215 Год назад +1

      Same here! I just bought a Seiko automatic mechanical watch

    • @outhous3
      @outhous3 Год назад +1

      ​@@thedolt9215 The watch I got is also a seiko! Nothing too fancy but I think it looks really nice 4R35-03Y0

  • @lordeon69
    @lordeon69 Год назад +47

    There is no better way to chill, than watching gloved fingers and listening calm voice of someone, who knows how to fix watches

  • @victoriareyes5748
    @victoriareyes5748 Год назад +10

    When you can't fall back to sleep after the baby has been up for his night time feeding, you watch Marshall work his magic! There is truly nothing more relaxing than this video in this moment. Thank you for the amazing content.

  • @gerhardkoisser9209
    @gerhardkoisser9209 Год назад +9

    In the 80's I was working with laser cutting machines for videoheads.... I made a little program to write my initials on the dial of my Citizen Chronograph... through the glass, without disassemling anything. Was at that time an unmistakable unique piece.😉

  • @alfredmedina481
    @alfredmedina481 Год назад +7

    By looking at the movement markings I found out is a Peseux P330 that the Louvic company of New York used in their watches. Louvic was famous for quirky and costume watches.

  • @justrighthartman4396
    @justrighthartman4396 Месяц назад

    My Grandfather was a watch maker and a clock smith. When he passed away my Grandmother gave me his wrist watch. He printed “Hartman Jewellers”. My Dad didn’t know my Grandmother gave it to me. He was very surprised to see.
    I’ve had this watch for many years now. Watching your RUclips show has encouraged me to continue in my Grandfathers footsteps. I’ve been slowly obtaining tools of the trade. My Dad has given me some of the tools that belong to him. Pray that I get all the tools needed so I can pass this trade to my boys. Have a blessed day

  • @finlayfraser9952
    @finlayfraser9952 Год назад

    Marshal your respondents are correct about the calming effect of your videos, it is relaxing in the same way that watching goldfish gliding around in an aquarium is. If you could bottle it, and sell it you would make a fortune.

  • @billmason2785
    @billmason2785 Год назад +9

    What a gift this man is....
    Sharing a passion ...history...calming
    We wear watches as a reminder of where we have traveled over the passages of time

  • @wonko6x9
    @wonko6x9 Год назад +13

    ETA _used_ to make movements for most Watch companies. A few years ago they stopped and only supply Swatch companies (Swatch, Omega, etc) with movements. It was sudden and really shocking to the industry. Several other companies have stepped up to fill the gap though.

    • @troynasello2085
      @troynasello2085 Год назад +1

      I read an article somewhere that swatch group were kind of forced to stop selling outside of their company do to monopolistic issues. They controlled the swiss movement industry. Not sure if it's true, but I bet they're losing big bucks & sellita has increased business a lot.

  • @pibblesnbits
    @pibblesnbits Год назад

    Watching and listening to you is like watching and listening to Bob Ross paint. I can't wait to see the final product but also enjoy the journey and life lessons. Thank you!

  • @JustTheFactsYall
    @JustTheFactsYall Год назад

    Marshall I have a very special watch that my wife absolutely loves! You know the part I think y’all love? I got it at the Goodwill! What a find. It’s time to get a service but this hasn’t been shown on your channel. It would be a pleasure to have you feature it. Growing up with my father and watching the legend Boss Ross and being and adult watching you brings back good memories. Your truly the Bob Ross of watches.

  • @mikebrown7799
    @mikebrown7799 Год назад +17

    Hi Marshall!🙂Louvic was known for making replicas of the expensive LeCoultre & Longines Mystery Dial watches in the 50's. In the United States it was known as Baldwin Brand. You can tell this is a less complex watch compared to many you have restored before. That gold plating was very impressive! Great restoration as always!!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @KARL-Sattahip
      @KARL-Sattahip Год назад

      Yes you are right but funny they write swiss on the movement?

  • @MikeT
    @MikeT Год назад +4

    I know a lot of people love the patina and think everything should be kept original, but I think restoring and replating it was the way to go. That dial is awesome and was in wonderful shape and the nice replated case now does it justice.

  • @i8-thief879
    @i8-thief879 Год назад

    Love the fact you talk through the whole video, narrating as we move or narrating over the top of the content…
    I follow a few other wristwatch channels who don’t say anything and I would come back to yours time and again rather than others!! Keep it going Marshall, love your content

  • @fishead1967
    @fishead1967 Год назад +1

    I wouldn't call what you do a hobby I'd say more of a passion and or your happy place...Watching you with your cat like reflexes when are working on these movements with your persise and detailed way around these movements is amazing ...You show every watch with respect and patience as well as grace...I enjoy your content and how giddy you get when you work on Rolex classics... I would love to see you work on a patek Philippe as I have never seen a case opened and given a adjustment or cleaning...

  • @peoplethesedaysberetarded
    @peoplethesedaysberetarded Год назад +2

    Another Marshall video!
    I’m a mostly-happy, becoming-content middle-aged man, but let me tell you, it’s a special day when I see a video from you.
    I don’t know if you understand the reach you have-that’s always hard-but I find the videos great and welcome! 😊

  • @BraceDeville
    @BraceDeville Год назад +2

    Coffee and a watch revival. Great way to ease into a Sunday. Thanks Marshall

  • @terrygruver3896
    @terrygruver3896 Год назад +4

    What I enjoy about your videos is not only the narrative but the the fact that they have a story attached to them and you make sure that story is told. Thank you.

  • @tonyricketts5569
    @tonyricketts5569 Год назад

    Similar story to my grandfathers Hamilton Masterpiece Thin-o-Matic. I had to find a donor movement for a balance complete to make it work. That’s actually what started me watching your channel. It is engraved on the back from Union Carbide 1969 for 25 years of service. After noticing it was a 14 kt case, I was glad to get it fixed. I was fortunate to find a local watchmaker.

  • @mattymerr701
    @mattymerr701 Год назад

    Hobbyists are great, because unlike professionals, they will actually _share_ the information they have learnt and teach their tricks to others. Like other youtube repairers, you're probably doing a good service to these sorts of hobbies

  • @thebrickshooter5974
    @thebrickshooter5974 Год назад +2

    Hey Marchall,
    As a watchmaker, I'm happy to see people get in touch with watchmaking, and your oiling has gotten much better! If I'm honest, I used to cringe heavily whenever I saw you spill oil all over the jewels.
    About oiling capped jewels, there is a method called the pass-through method.
    This is very useful as it's a very controlled method that doesn't require the capjewels to be removed.
    The principle is that before assembling the bridge, you give a little bit of oil on the other side of the jewel (cog-side) and then "prick through" with a very fine needle. It needs to be able to go through the hole of the jewel and touch the capjewel. It will take the oil with it and make it suspend it in the right place. Repeat if there is not enough oil in place yet (at least 50% of the diameter of the capjewel).
    I use a modified broken oiler for this.
    Hope this will help in the future, and keep at it!

    • @gwsjr1
      @gwsjr1 Год назад +1

      If the cap jewels aren't removed, how do you remove old lubricant residue?

    • @thebrickshooter5974
      @thebrickshooter5974 Год назад +2

      @@gwsjr1 Great question! If a regular cycle through the cleaning machine doesn't get the gunk out, rinsing in cleaning benzine (no idea how it's called in english really, but it's type of solvent called wasbenzine) usually does the trick. If that's still not enough, then yes by all means take out the capjewel. But this method prevents having to take it out in like 80% of the cases. I only do this on watches without anti-shock systems though.

    • @jameswallace1546
      @jameswallace1546 Год назад

      I do this but I do firstly remove cap Jewel and clean but my method is to use auto oiler, which is basically just a fancy needle to do the same thing you are

  • @jozsefizsak
    @jozsefizsak Год назад +3

    That was really special! I liked your philosophical comments as well on this one. I think there's a lot of charming symbolism we can attach to watches and any positivity these days is very welcome. 😊

  • @de-bodgery
    @de-bodgery Год назад +1

    Taking a break of from reality! You were my introduction to watch repair. I now watch quite a few channels that do this.

  • @beldarin
    @beldarin Год назад +2

    A lot nicer than carrying around your grandpa's old cell phone to check the time ;)

  • @thomas500
    @thomas500 Год назад +3

    Back in the late 80´s early 90´s I was going to watch making school as a "high school". But I never went there, the interests for watches never went away. These days the poor eyesight and shaky hands make watch repairs rather difficult. Instead Marshall´s videos are just the perfect way to follow the process and the lovely story of the watches. Marshall´s narration also makes every video a real treat to enjoy. Thank you so much!

    • @gwsjr1
      @gwsjr1 Год назад

      Ahhh, I'm your age, actually a little older, and I just picked this up just less than 3 years ago.

  • @egeiger08
    @egeiger08 Год назад +1

    It would be cool for you to do a video with a full tour of your home shop, with a quick blurb about each of your tools, what they do, and maybe where you got them/cost.

  • @dieushade
    @dieushade Год назад +2

    I just get ecstatic when you have to fully restore one with plating and stuff... It's just soooo cool 🥰

  • @duanelarocque1541
    @duanelarocque1541 Год назад +3

    Excellent video. Its always interesting to see an expensive watch being serviced, but most people cant afford these, so there is definitely something special about seeing a more common and cheaper watch being restored, especially when it comes with family history. I fully understand its significance to family since my Dad died last year and my Mom had asked what each of us wanted of his. I only wanted his watch because its something that he used every day and he cherished it. Its not an expensive model, but its special to me. Thats why I really love these videos since I can definitely relate.

  • @brass427
    @brass427 Год назад

    Agreed - a watch is not just a timepiece. It is a statement of finite existence. It defines humanity.

  • @PieterBooysen
    @PieterBooysen Год назад

    Its nice to see one creator making content in two of my hobbies

  • @antonoat
    @antonoat Год назад +11

    The quality of filming and the detail we can see is a visual treat, the storytelling, dialogue and explanations lift your films to another level altogether. It's very obvious you love what you do, thank you for sharing it with us, it's a totally joyful experience. Thank you, I hope you have a fantastic 2023. 😊

  • @triplex86
    @triplex86 Год назад +14

    A fantastic result here and it was really cool to see details on how the gold plating process is performed. That was fascinating. Thank you for uploading the video.

  • @simonwood1260
    @simonwood1260 Год назад

    You are so true. Complexity is the compound of many simple things. When we look for and understand the simple interactions we understand the complex

  • @joeskeptical4762
    @joeskeptical4762 Год назад +2

    *What a beautiful job. Congratulations, I believe the owner will be thrilled to remember his grandfather Ernest every "time" he checks the time!*

  • @wonko6x9
    @wonko6x9 Год назад +5

    Tried doing videos while learning watchmaking, reminds me of when I was driving race cars. I get too focused to deal with the talking and video stuff. Really glad you are able to. You finally got me to take the plunge and start watchmaking.

    • @ACSwatches
      @ACSwatches Год назад

      First takes the video then does commentary in the background ;)

  • @user-qt4kt1rb1f
    @user-qt4kt1rb1f Год назад +6

    Thank you for telling this story. The name of the owner on the dial is an amazing phenomenon. I haven't seen anything like this before. This evokes respect for the owner of the watch and those people who so touchingly expressed their attitude to Ernest Biehel. How do you feel about plastic wheels in modern mechanisms?

  • @markbarkman6218
    @markbarkman6218 Год назад

    Watching these videos always take me back in time. My uncle has a watch repair shop and i always loved to watch him take those movements apart.

  • @BITE_MECHANISM
    @BITE_MECHANISM Год назад

    I could've watched a blockbuster but decided to watch 2 of your video's, way more relaxing. Love your talkovers too, very insightful. Thank you! 😄

  • @maninchair6648
    @maninchair6648 Год назад +6

    Always brightens my day to get a new watch to take apart and put back together again. Thank you for sharing your passion.

  • @awdturbopowah773
    @awdturbopowah773 Год назад +3

    Every WR video that Marshall puts out is just amazingly well done, and he's such a relaxed likable person it really just pulls you in and makes you want to share his enthusiasm for what he's doing. The comments are always my favorite part, so many people talking about how this channel helped them through a rough patch in life, or how it's the only thing that helps them relax, etc. I've also noticed how many new people (myself included) are now getting into this hobby, and I am very confident in saying that it's primarily this channel that's helping a whole new generation discover a love for mechanical watches. So kudos Marshall! You've really changed a lot of people's lives, and the love and positivity that comes from this community is truly amazing. Cheers, and thanks for all you do!🍻

  • @gwsjr1
    @gwsjr1 Год назад +1

    I've watched many of your vids over the years and they are highly enjoyable. A few times you've made mention of the threads on stems to fit crowns, and on more than one occasion I've noticed you correlating the thread size with the tap size. For instance, this video (at the 20:50 ish mark) you referenced a .9mm thread as a "tap 9" when in actuality a .9mm thread is a "tap 10".
    Being a moldmaker/toolmaker by trade, the exactitude that comes with that livelihood got the better of me that I had to point this out.
    Threads for crowns are as follows:
    .6mm = Tap 13
    .7mm = Tap 12
    .8mm = Tap 11
    .9mm = Tap 10
    1.0mm = Tap 9
    1.1mm = Tap 8
    1.2mm = Tap 7
    1.3mm = Tap 6
    1.4mm = Tap 5
    1.5mm = Tap 4
    1.6mm = Tap 3
    1.7mm = Tap 2
    1.8mm = Tap 1
    1.9mm = Tap 0

    • @WristwatchRevival
      @WristwatchRevival  Год назад +1

      I did not know that! Thanks for the info

    • @gwsjr1
      @gwsjr1 Год назад

      @@WristwatchRevival I have to apologize for the above comment. I was on the NAWCC boards reviewing a thread on tap sizes for crowns and learned that the Swiss sizes are indeed as you mentioned (i.e. Tap10=1.0mm, Tap9=.9...etc). The sizes I offered are for American pocket watches, not Swiss wristwatches.

  • @thehistoryprof6750
    @thehistoryprof6750 Год назад

    You are top notch at your trade and best in class for presentation. Beautiful work.

  • @WatchWithMike
    @WatchWithMike Год назад +2

    Nicely done! I especially liked seeing the balance assembly dismantled and cleaned.

  • @frodriguezpc
    @frodriguezpc Год назад +8

    Very nice as usual!
    I can see the plastic cable melting on your heating plate, be careful!!!

  • @nicolainielsen7700
    @nicolainielsen7700 Год назад

    5:07 is so relatable for me right now. I've got an exam in about 6 hours (introductory finance course, I'm done studying for it, not procrastinating) and it so nice to be able to get a break from thinking about it.

  • @heathwirt8919
    @heathwirt8919 Год назад +1

    What a great parting gift from his grandfathers company, now fully restored it's a family heirloom. Thank you again Marshall for another journey through time and space.

  • @matthews8576
    @matthews8576 Год назад +3

    Haven't watched for awhile. Now I'll power watch a bakers dozen.

  • @dwgoutdoors831
    @dwgoutdoors831 Год назад +2

    awesome to see the plating process! You're awesome Marshall! would love a tutorial series one day on the basics.

  • @johnsherborne3245
    @johnsherborne3245 Год назад

    Have you considered using a gold stripping solution? There are several proprietary processes which work quite well. The important thing is to check how well they stop at the brass! You would still have to do some manual polishing but it’s less risky in terms of mechanical damage. Alternatively there are cook book solutions, mostly cyanide based. That might alarm folk, and I would not use it in the kitchen, but normal sensible hygiene and it’s fine.

  • @Corporations8MyBaby
    @Corporations8MyBaby Год назад +1

    I too, escape reality for a bit with Marshall's videos. I have always wanted to see a gold plating process... this was fascinating and satisfying! That lack of shock protection makes a huge difference! Lesson learned!

  • @nickq204
    @nickq204 Год назад +1

    This video was right on time. I just bought a Louvic for my first watch restoration project, but found very little information on Louvic. The one I bought has a center mounted second hand, so I’ll be handling a different movement, but this is helpful. Great job on the watch!

  • @Hortonscakes
    @Hortonscakes Год назад +1

    You're one of my favorite channels. I wish you posted more often, but then again, I'm glad. I can never get tired of watching your videos! Thank you Marshall! Sending love from Oklahoma City ❤️

  • @isacalmen3312
    @isacalmen3312 Год назад +2

    Perfect video for the sunday morning coffe 😍

  • @richardcranium0
    @richardcranium0 Год назад +2

    That movement is a Peseux, cal. 325 (10.5 ligne) or 333a/335/337/338-1 (11.5 ligne) - sweep sub-seconds, no date, from the early to mid-60s.
    Slightly more info is at Ranfft :)
    edit: Peseux was founded in 1923 and absorbed into what is now ETA in the mid-80s.

  • @demmertp
    @demmertp Год назад +2

    Marshall the replating of the case was really effective and your explanation of the process was quite interesting. As always, good job on the restoration and cleaning, and your photography was very well done.

  • @hordegaming4771
    @hordegaming4771 Год назад +2

    Was kinda stunned to see it was actually brass underneath the plating, I'd have thought nickel would've been used as easier to tell as different colour, not too expensive and gold plates very well to it.
    But it's a lovely watch very fancy with the name on it and a brilliant way for David to remember his grandfather and as usual it's lovely to see anything mechanical being restored whether it be a engine, tool, a gun or a watch. Why I love engineering and mechanical stuff as fascinating cracking things open and seeing how they work. And keep up the amazing work Marshall and keep well 😉👍

    • @jeffreygoss8109
      @jeffreygoss8109 Год назад

      I can’t remember if it nickel plating or chrome plating that releases poisonous gases, so maybe going brass to gold avoids this for a watch maker. Just a guess.

    • @hordegaming4771
      @hordegaming4771 Год назад +1

      @@jeffreygoss8109 probably be chromium to gold as nickel wouldn't really release any kinda gas I can think of, mind physics is the field I'm best at not chemistry so I could be wrong.

    • @hordegaming4771
      @hordegaming4771 Год назад

      Thanks for the ❤ Marshall and seriously can't wait for the next watch to come passing through and tell you what would be gorgeous, but very expensive. Zirconium plating. A very beautiful and useful metal also like silver and I believe more expensive too, but again keep up the great work and this has been Horde and until next time, its goodbye for now 🙂👍

  • @emilyhood1899
    @emilyhood1899 Год назад

    I have got lost into a rabbit hole of detail! I can’t stop watching your videos lol I don’t even wear watches 😂😂😂

  • @danicule8671
    @danicule8671 Год назад +4

    You are the definition of "using the right tools" for the job.

  • @JR-bj3uf
    @JR-bj3uf Год назад

    That is a beautiful watch. I love the brown leather band it just looked perfect.

  • @thelonemodder630
    @thelonemodder630 Год назад +2

    Absolutely stunning job! Thank you for the great content and as always keep those goodies coming.

  • @occultustactical6138
    @occultustactical6138 Год назад +19

    Marshall I’m convinced that you need a one hour program on TV. You have a natural ability to make these videos so interesting, even thought they are often very similar. Your channel truly is a great escape.

    • @WristwatchRevival
      @WristwatchRevival  Год назад +6

      Thank you :) Until the TV stations come knocking at my door we'll just keep meeting here on youtube!

    • @sfmc98
      @sfmc98 Год назад +2

      Frankly, this is a far better and higher medium than TV. Television is dying, and rightly so. You're looking at the golden age of a digital medium, something that television did enjoy 50-75 years ago.

  • @chrisc5275
    @chrisc5275 Год назад

    I have been watching your videos for around a year now. I happened upon one when surfing and although I had no interest or experience of watches - apart from wearing one - I was hooked.
    The wonderful presentation of basic mechanics and the lovely stories have me waiting for every video. Also watching is massively therapeutic and relaxing. Many thanks.

  • @johnnywebster4417
    @johnnywebster4417 9 месяцев назад

    These videos are so relaxing I can’t watch them in the evenings anymore..lost count how many times I’ve fallen asleep watching these 😂

  • @darrylwood2271
    @darrylwood2271 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the great content, Marshall -- You're a great storyteller.

  • @skrewuguys
    @skrewuguys Год назад

    I received a mechanical watch from my father-in-law for Christmas. He told me about your channel and I subscribed on the spot.
    I've watched about 20 of your videos. I've liked them so much and I've decided to journey into watchmaking as a hobby. I have a few tools and a watch on the way.
    I really just wanted to thank you. I've learned a lot from your videos.

  • @ehudwolpe
    @ehudwolpe Год назад +3

    Amazing restoration, what a fine watch! 👏👏

  • @robertbarrone3219
    @robertbarrone3219 Год назад

    Your videos are the best! I saw my Brother-in-law over the holidays and found out that we both watch all your videos! What we like the best is your narration and wonderful production quality! Keep up the great content!

  • @4TheMotorist
    @4TheMotorist Год назад

    That was super cool watching you clean and service this beauty.
    I'm no watch person but that inside after you cleaned it up came up a treat eh.
    Well done to you.
    G'day from Down Under.

  • @Novur
    @Novur Год назад +3

    I always get so excited when you decide to replate a case! I know a storied watch is nice too, but when the dial is in such great shape it seems a shame to put it in a beat up case

  • @oslogutt80
    @oslogutt80 Год назад +2

    Amazing content as always.

  • @Kaisingsens
    @Kaisingsens Год назад

    I own and run a restaurant. I come home late at night and still have a massive rush of adrenaline. Then I turn on your channel and finally calm down, relax and appreciate your work. If there's ever a PT in Berlin again, I'd invite you to be my guest!

  • @piizog
    @piizog Год назад

    Welp, this channel took me into the rabbit hole and I got my starter set of watch tools today. And much to my shock, thanks to the careful explanation of everything on this channel, I even had an idea what to do and could pull things apart on a couple of old mechanical watches. And even more shockingly, I could put them back together as well!

  • @WatchesBeAwesome
    @WatchesBeAwesome Год назад +5

    I love your content! Any way you could start telling what watch you're wearing each time?

    • @mono_log_
      @mono_log_ Год назад

      Is that necessary?

    • @Greysnowman
      @Greysnowman Год назад +1

      Rolex GMT Master II ref. 126710BLNR

  • @Dr.Graaff
    @Dr.Graaff Год назад +3

    Insta click on a new video!

  • @stephanieparker1250
    @stephanieparker1250 Год назад +1

    “It’s just you and me here, we got a watch to restore, the rest of the world can wait.” ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jamesonjabiru
    @jamesonjabiru Год назад +1

    Your vids are generally what I watch to unwind before bed. I really enjoy watching you work. Thank you.

  • @melody3741
    @melody3741 Год назад +1

    I love how beautiful 50’s movements are. The ones before that tended to be a bit utilitarian ESPECIALLY swiss movements, (if you go back far enough you get to the gorgeous american watches though) and the beveling and finish and plating are all just very nice.

  • @bleb87
    @bleb87 Год назад

    I have very much enjoyed watching your journey from the beginning. I started online courses around the same time you started your channel and you have motivated me to continue through many a frustrations.

  • @knudge6334
    @knudge6334 Год назад

    Thanks, I think...Been watching since the lock down. Restored a seiko 2205-0760 this Christmas from a complete tear down (water damage) for my daughter. She was very happy and is now a family watch...putting togather a seiko 6105-8000 and working on a Bulova split stem 50' watch. Fun hobby, helping me with my patience.

  • @fredfred2363
    @fredfred2363 Год назад

    Yup. 100% agree. 45 minutes of total zone out, relax and soak up the wonderful manipulations of this watch restoration.
    Marvellous Marshall and thank you!

  • @mariopappalardo3818
    @mariopappalardo3818 Год назад +1

    I watch your videos with my little girl since she was 3 years old. She asks to watch "talking clocks" (aka wristwatch revival) and if any other watch repair or restoration video is ever on my phone, she says "no Papa, only talking clocks" 😂

  • @ptfarina
    @ptfarina Год назад

    Escape Wheel Jewell Screw- a must for each video; a microscopic view with a scale and a naked eye view on a dime!

  • @randomsandwichian
    @randomsandwichian Год назад +1

    I'm seeing several more decades (or even a century) of history to tell following this watch thanks to this complete revival right here. Kudos to you for another wonderful work!

  • @rodgermyers6296
    @rodgermyers6296 Год назад

    I’m not a watch guy however watching you take apart these watches I find it so satisfying. I thought the parts and screws were small on the cell phones I work on. You are outstanding Sir.

  • @PhilAMurray
    @PhilAMurray 10 месяцев назад

    Watching these videos is a very zen experience. Thanks Marshall.

  • @daltonbraune7745
    @daltonbraune7745 Год назад

    I would love to see a wrist check at the beginning of the episodes to see what watch it wearing! I think it’d be a fun thing!

  • @bbb8182
    @bbb8182 Год назад

    One of my favorite watch faces of the 20 or so I've watched you restore.

  • @CubeCyclone
    @CubeCyclone Год назад +2

    Another beautiful restoration. I've also noticed Marshal always seems to pick the most stylish straps for watches. Perfection!

  • @markostroff8845
    @markostroff8845 Год назад +1

    I've been watching watch restoration videos for about six months. While you're not the only one who explains what going on, you do make it interesting and enjoyable.🙂😎🤗

  • @carterchiaramonte7584
    @carterchiaramonte7584 Год назад

    I found the chemistry aspect of this video very unique and special

  • @1963freddy
    @1963freddy Год назад

    Watching your videos made me start the watchmaking hobby. I bought an old mechanic Swiss watch to try it.
    I'm waiting for my tools which I ordered to start the restoration.
    I can't wait to start but I'll have to wait until I have my tools have arrived. I want to make a good start and hope to repair more watches.
    Thanks for making me enthousiast.

  • @bulwinkle
    @bulwinkle Год назад

    It never ceases to amaze me that mechanical watches work at all, never mind that they work reliably and accurately for years at a time and in such a wide range of conditions, from deep under water to the surface of our Moon.

  • @jonesy279
    @jonesy279 Год назад

    I’m a massive nerd for tools and I love seeing all of yours! I’m also a dork and I can’t help but think “I NEED MY TOOLS!!”

  • @davidt3563
    @davidt3563 Год назад

    Good god this video was an emotional rollercoaster! The story, the lack of shock gems, the maintenance! Masterpiece of a video and repair. Seriously.

  • @orange3203
    @orange3203 Год назад

    Just found my great great grandfather's Hamilton pocket watch from 1913. Would love to see it restored. It does run but it definitely needs a service.

  • @alexanderkruse6219
    @alexanderkruse6219 4 месяца назад

    I found your videos here and it fascinates me so much that I HAD to get into watchrepair, since I had a couple of older watches laying around that had not been serviced but were still moving. Especially an old Elgin Pocketwatch that has finally stopped working. I will practice a bit on cheaper movements. I am making my first baby steps and making a lot of mistakes, but finding this video here excited me a lot, because the movement is the same as the one my father gave me when I was young. I serviced it, but broke off the setting lever spring / bridge. So I ordered another of the same type of movements for the spare part and will try to finish it today. Thank you so much for your work and may you be blessed!