A Scammer Almost Got Her Gold Rolex...
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
- This watch went through quite the journey just to make it to Marshall! A viewer of the channel got scammed by someone posing as Marshall, sent the watch to that person, but thankfully had it returned. Then she sent the watch to the real Marshall and it got lost in the mail for a week, only to finally show up for Marshall to do a full restoration on it! Wild ride!
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You are so much the Bob Ross of watch restoration. Thank you for all of your videos and content!
I know what you mean! I'm not even into watches (haven't worn one for years) but his videos are so well made and satisfying to watch that I can't resist.
Happy little mainspring! 🤗
please, bob ross was a hack with a schtick
I knew if I scrolled, I would see a negative comment. Should have resisted. It never fails.
Bob Ross???🤨
He is much more a Rembrandt or Monet🥳
As someone who doesnt wear watches, cant afford a Rolex, and has the patience of a 2yr old, this video was awe-inspiring. The attention to detail, the ability to remove every little component of the watch and know the exact order to reassemble everything is amazing. Every time you removed a component the amount of anxiety I was feeling for you was through the roof.
this level of mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and spatial memory is entirely genetic. you can't train it, you have to be born with it, then you hone it as you go through life and it selects you for this occupation. this is why a lot of occupations are generational.
@@cagneybillingsley2165Anybody can learn how to repair watches. Some may learn faster than others, but your occupation is definitely not genetically selected at birth.
@@cagneybillingsley2165I… disagree. You need a ton of experience and knowledge to be able to pull this stuff off. Does not come from genetics.
I forgot to add that with the amount and access of watchmaking tools for varying budgets basically anyone can start doing this. Just my opinion though. For example I just purchased a knock off Horia Jewelsetter, can also be used for hand setting. Tools like these make it so that this type of thing can turn into almost a sort of hobby with how much easier it becomes.
@@cagneybillingsley2165 Interesting comment. I guess we all have a particular talent, Its just a matter of finding what that is. Some are useless in some sense of the word, some can pay very well.
@@cagneybillingsley2165 Testifying to that, I am a retired aircraft mechanic, I worked on the big parts of the aircraft. But in the instrument shop where the cockpit (sorry we can't say that anymore) flight deck instrument were repaired most of mechanics there were or had been watch repairmen. We would bring our watched to them and most had a side business fixing watches. It takes very special skills to repair watched and instrument such as you find on an aircraft. But most of the new aircraft have 90% electronics. There are still a few standby indicators in case of an emergency when the chips are down.
Man, you took that apart like you knew what you're doing!!! I come here for your horological skills, I stay because you're an incredibly thoughtful guy... Awesome!
Marshall, I am a lover of old pocket watches and have had my share of both scammers and poor workmanship. My most recent experience was a restoration of my father's Illinois wristwatch. A beautiful and expensive job, but it only runs when lying flat on a shelf. The same professional analyzed my 19 jewel Elgin lever set problem and concluded that the lever opening was too small and needed filing. I declined.
My wife suggested that I learn to do it myself. After watching many of your restorations I signed up for the watchfix classes and started exploring many of the books out there as well. I have learned enough to be aware of how little I know! At the age of 85 this past August, I am not sure how far I can sail but so far I am successfully launched. When I opened my Elgin to examine the lever problem, I immediately realized that the restorer had simply indiscriminately oiled here and there and did little or no cleaning. As I write this, all parts other than the dial, hands and pallets are in the sonic cleaner.
I will never stop watching your videos and learning from them.
Thank you for providing the stimulus this old dog needed to learn some new tricks!
Yours,
Bill Deutermann
Hey just stumbled upon this comment and want to say it's amazing to see someone at 85 still picking up entirely new skills. I hope it isn't patronising but I'm cheering for you!
. Thank you. 😊
Nice to see an old-timer giving it a try! Hope it works again after you're done!
@@rawr51919 Running nicely!
So far it gains about a minute a week. The set lever probldm turned out to be nothing more than a loose screw LOL. I'm working on an Arnex 6325 just now. It had a broken screw in the barrel arbor and 5 missing teeth on the barrel lid gear. After a few days of searching, I found a gentleman in Canada who had 5 "new old stock" barrels complete with spring. Awfully nice chap. He threw in a couple of parts an a new screw! We are off to Edinburgh for Christmas and Hogmanay with family including our almost two month old grandson, Angus Ironsides Graves. When we return, my new parts will be waiting.
Life is sweet.
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My Elgin is doing great! And the setting lever problem turned out to be nothing more than a loose screw that served as the lever's axle LOL.
I'm so happy for Denise that you were able to restore her Mom's watch for her! Here's to wonderful memories, Denise!
Thanks so much Chris! I'm over the moon!
Denisimo!
@@TUTOMIAThat must have been an awful experience. Glad to know it all ended well, it's worth so much more by being a family heirloom. I have no idea what type of person can live with themselves scamming people for living :/
@@margodphd it was awful, yet a learning experience. I am so blessed that the watch was "returned to sender". These scammers are mostly very good at what they do. We're all so vulnerable.
Bench jeweler here. I’ve been refinishing Rolexes and rebuilding and refurbishing bands for years. It’s kind of one of my specialties and something that I just really love to do. If you’re interested, I’d love to give you some help with your refinishing. There are many things you can do to not only save yourself time and headache, but also just vastly improve the final product overall. I’d be more than happy to help.
Anyway, I absolutely love your videos and have been a fan since you started. I think you are doing a massive service to the industry by exposing a huge new audience to the trade. Thank you!
"you are" refinishing??? Learn English Jeremy.
@@Al_Dente-d1p You are joking.. right?
Is this watch plated gold? Solid gold? or stainless in gold color only?
@@pjaypender1009 ok that makes sense how he can buzz out the scratches on the bracelet
Do use clean the dial face? or leave it like this RUclipsr?
My daughter wanted to watch this before school with me, unfortunately we had to cut it short; per her request, I am supposed to pass it along that you failed to say "bacon grease" (braking grease) during the barrel reassembly. Its her favorite part.
She also says this is the most beautiful watch shes ever seen, and she wants one herself.
Excellent work as always, I'm confident Denise will enjoy it and it will be a treasured family heirloom for years to come!
If you keep an eye in local markets, they sometimes pop up. Could make a good graduation gift one day, when she's older.
@aserta you're right about the gift idea, unfortunately I've got multiple children so I'd have to get an equal gift for the rest of them but I can only spare one kidney. 😂 I'll keep my ear to the ground though.
She really is fascinated by mechanical watches and she's got a small collection of non-functional pocket watches that she'd like to get up and running someday.
@@mrblack5145 Might think about getting her some books on watchmaking/restoration, or possibly some of the basic tools if she's of an age where she could use them (or save the idea for the future if she isn't). My understanding is that those old pocket watches are great practice for beginners, and that'd be a great way to get them running again if she's really passionate about it.
im a bit of a tinkerer myself. and yeah a bit similar situation with you, while the boys run around......with their mom (they follow after her i assume), a knock on my diy workshop corner door and a peek from my daughter, askin what im doin and just sittin there silently watchin me workin on some treatment to the steel. and now she can help me doin something already. i kinda expect my boy to do this but its my daughter instead.🤣
Mr. Black, I'm beyond happy to know my Moms watch was in gifted hands. She's going to arrive today. I can hardly wait. I love that your daughter calls the braking grease, bacon grease. Too cute. I think your daughter has excellent taste in watches. Good for her, maybe not for you if it comes out of your wallet. :) But your daughters worth it & she would treasure any watch you'd get her, for sure.
I know a lot of people love patina but I like that you restored the case. It looks great. Also, F the scammers
Hi Mike. I love how she turned out. I completely AGREE with you, F the scammers.
As an engineer I love seeing custom tooling but god man you must have tens of thousands of dollars of gear for this. If only we could all be able to do our hobbies this justice
I have a Seiko, special to my heart because my dad bought it and gifted it to me. Not looking for you to fix it just wanted to tell you it's story.
I sent it off to be serviced in Japan, unfortunately this was just before the tsunami. The storehouse where is was got destroyed and my watch was lost. Two years later I got a package and amazingly it was from Seiko, my watch was back! Fairly damaged on the outside with a cracked screen, damaged bezel and scratched up to hell but still working perfectly. Apart from battery replacements and a clean or two at my local jewelers I haven't let it go out of my sight since.
Wow, that's amazing that they found it years later and sent it back. Leave it to Japan to have companies with integrity that actually care about providing good service to their customers. I wish it was like that in the U.S..
I find this hard to believe
Always great to see a new video from you, Marshall! You're by far my favorite watchmaker!
This Denise‘a Rolex story gave me chills. I’ve had my Rolex exactly like Denise’s except mine is Gold & Stainless with Diamonds. My hubby just took mine in to a Rolex dealer in Thursday. The week before it would stop now & then AND when I washed my hands some moisture on the Crystal.
Everything you said about hers is what happened to mine.
I have worn mine everyday, for the last 32 years. It was a birthday gift.
What bothers me is, I took it into the Rolex dealer every 3-4 years but mine was in just last year & this happened already!
But what REALLY gave me chills watching THIS video is, my name is Denise too.
If I had known of this channel, I’d have sent my Rolex to you!
Hope this Philly Rolex dealer does a better job than the New Jersey dealer last year.
Hi Denise, what an interesting coincidence. I hope your watch is working like a champ. Sincerely, the other Denise. 😊
On some symbolic level, watching you return complex systems to order from disarray helps me maintain a healthy confidence in my ability to solve problems and endure whatever strife I may be experiencing. Very therapeutic and calming. Along with just the pure joy of learning about automatic movements :-)
I totally agree. I was in a terrible mood before starting this video, and it has put me in a wonderful calm place and restored my faith in humanity as well. Thank you for your labors of love!
Denise is so fortunate to have such a piece in her family and very lucky to be able to see her watch being refreshed like this. Thanks for the great vid!
I always had a respect to watchmakers (something I would never had a patience or nerve to do) but seeing you actually do the job is jaw dropping. I work in a lab and it's often tedious precision work (with a tiny error-margin) from time to time, but this level of precision and ingenuity that humanity achieved many decades ago and still improves is hard to believe. Keep up the good job!
I get why a lot of owners opt for keeping the patina, but seeing the outside restored as well is sooo much more satisfying . Great video!
Very nice, I really like how respectful you are with your work. I've never seen you do to much but you always do what's necessary. Thanks for taking us along 👍.
I’m not one to comment on videos much. But I adore your work and your videos! I stumbled upon your channel and was quickly hooked! I love your explanations and how it works insights. Your love of the craft shines through. My only complaint is that I worked my way through all your videos and in trying to find others to watch I realized what a high quality product you create. I’m having trouble finding another creator that covers all the points you do with the appreciation and joy you show. You have spoiled me. You are my standard and most have come up short. Appreciate what you do and look forward to more in the future.
I’m not aware of your full time profession but I hope you love it as much as your hobby. It’s a pleasure to watch you work because it is so obvious that you love what you’re doing. Congratulations for discovering such a wonderful and satisfying endeavor. It suits your personality beautifully!
He works as a commentary for Magic the Gathering. He also has a podcast on the same topic. I believe the commentary jig along with writing articles is his main income.
@@kageotakuit's wild to be a Magic player that knows Marshall from there and see people on his watch channel who only know him from this.
Marshall is truly amazing
I don't know how I landed on this video but I have a newfound respect for a trade I knew little about- watch repair. And as a retired machinist I enjoy looking at the precision tools made just for this kind of work. It's eye candy for me. Cheers.
Marshall! Give us the state of your personal watch collection!
I'm curious about that too !
I seen a Pepsi on him and this DayDate, yea I’m also looking forward to seeing his collection.
This
Not a good idea parading one’s goods in public.
@@colinwright5297 dude! Be quiet! We almost got him!! 😅
repairing these tiny watches is one but each time I look at this, I am more and more impressed how all these parts were machined and produced. Well done repairing this piece
I haven't slept in three days binging your videos and I can't get enough! It's so relaxing to listen to an expert talk about their craft in such easy to follow bite sized pieces. And your so understanding of the stories of the watch and the meaning to the person.
Much respect Marshall.
Anyone else in here know absolutely nothing about watches? But just love watching this dude work on them?
I've been watching your videos for awhile and I'm always impressed with the fact someone who has no idea what parts are which and their functions, but you always explain everything in a way that is understandable. You never leave out the simple stuff. Keep on keeping on.
My pocket watch and screwdrivers arrive today! So ready to start dipping my toes into this hobby, partly because of you. Keep up the excellent videos!
Marshall you show that you are a real expert in watch service , if ever have a watch of this model you will be the one to send it to. great job.
Marahall,
I have been away for a while, and you still amaze me of the talent you bring to reatorarion.
You are great in your explainations and it seems.when a question pops into my mind, you answer it.
I am sure what you do is no different than build an automobile engine, it can only go back together one way. The right way.
I do.want to try my hand at it but.....something really simple.
Thanks for your time and effort.
It's Incredible the precision that is required to make a high caliber watch. Especially like the self winding mechanism which uses your own arm movement to trigger a pendulium to power the watch.
This is fantastic. The best of RUclips! Loved it. Beautiful watch and super interesting restoration.
I don't really wear watches anymore but I do appreciate the mechanics and art of them. I enjoy seeing you work in detail and there's something satisfying about it.
Those scammers are such lowlifes. Keep up the good work Marshall!
I love how there's just so many hyper specific and specialized tools and machinery but then just like a plastic bag to remove the hands
Dude, you have way more guts than me. Takimg on the family watch for a total stranger scares me to death...so many things to go wrong! Well done.
Such a treat to see this video. Coupled with your voice it has a soothing relaxing asmr feeling. Speaking about hobbies, id rather vicariously hobby watches through you. Watching you disassemble and reassemble them is relaxing. Thank you.
Always enjoy your videos. The great detail and time you take is an inspiration. Whenever I think of how tiny all those parts are and you just tear it down and service these instruments, I'm totally impressed. Thanks for taking the time to share.
For a short period in my life I was a Scuba diver, and I saw a gold Submariner in a magazine, I wanted it but never actively pursued it. Now I desire a Gold Day Date rolex with the presidential bracelet. It would take out a bunch my saving account and I could get a car for what the watch costs. Then I researched it and it seems you don't choose them, they choose you to be one of their customers. I gave up.
Fantastic. You don't just treat this like a job to be done you take it to heart, which is great for you and your customers. Work you love doing isn't work, it's being paid to play, so you'll live longer and have a lot less stress if you can find something like that to earn your living. I hope Denise also sees this and appreciates your passion for your work.
Hi there! I absolutely appreciate the passion & kindness of Marshall. I believe he's the best watch repair artist out there.
It's always a very wholesome experience to watch you work. I love your dedication and genuine care, both for watches and owners. Cheers.
The most complicated watch I’ve seen on your channel. Small yet so many pieces to it. Nicely done
I have no idea why, but your videos are soothing and so pleasant at the end of a long, hard day. I play soft New Age instrumental music in the background and as you bring function and order out of chaos everything that has been bothering me seems to melt away!
This has to be the most positive comment section on RUclips! Marshall! Any chance you could try and make a “Franken watch” possibly from left over parts you have?
I can't tell you how therapeutic and reassuring your channel is. Keep up the great work and thanks for being a terrific person!
Thanks very much!! I've watched a few of your vids & am subbed. This particular episode was my favorite. I loved the way you explained so many interesting points, starting right at the beginning.
P.S. And a huge thanks for not ruining it with crappy background music. Your narration as you go along is perfect.
Congratulations Denise! What a beautiful memento from your Mom and Dad!
Thanks so much Richard, I've become so attached to "her". I wear her every day & it brings me great joy. Marshall did an awesome job. He's the best in my eyes.
Hi Marshall Sir,just amazing watching you at work into detail from top to bottom in restoring the watches in uour hands.👌
It always amazes me how someone actually designed these and made it work using nothing more than a pencil paper and an idea.
My Dad's old Omega Sea Master watch has been locked away for years now because I haven't been able to find anyone willing to clean and repair it. It will probably end up in a landfill when I am gone. People with skills like yours are quite rare these days.
Give it away then, put it in your will.
Wonderful work Marshall. Thank You for the time and effort You spend to share it with us. Best Wishes.
What an amazing video. Being able to film, even the smallest pieces while you scrape, the rust off is so awesome thank you for sharing this video
Unreal work as always Marshall 👏 gorgeous watch as you said but love your passion in getting her back to glory ❤fantastic
He did a beautiful job. I will always be grateful.
I truly love watching someone working on something they know so well. I used to do electrical work on cars and trucks. I'm freshly retired but I used to see a lot of the high end cars, and I would often askthe client to please go find something else to do while I work on the car. Otherwise I get them looking over my shoulder asking questions, getting in the way and often the get nervous with me taking a 100,000 dollar car apart. I have to reassure them that it will go back together good as new.
Recently my father turned 90, I remember as a boy he had this pocket watch that looked so cool. If I can find it, I would like to contact you to see if it may be worth my while to get it tuned up / repaired. I remember it kinda ran but would stop so from watching what you do it may not have to much wrong with it other that a good cleaning and so on.
Thanks
Amazing how you are able to put all those pieces back together! I have trouble reinstalling a door set.
It is mind-blowing to me that there are scamsters out there who try to impersonate a reputable y-tube artisan who specializes in fine watch restoring . I'm so glad it worked out for the watch owner and yourself the watch restorer/artisan . Fascinating video by the way .
Another fabulous video for us all to enjoy - thank you Marshall - keep it going 👍
I am in awe of your restoration skill and knowledge of these intricate time pieces. Enjoy your videos and narrations
Wow, what a story. I work for a computer security type of concern and the number of scammers out and about these days is staggering. I'm so happy that things have worked out like they have and I'm a subscriber that appreciates how you treat your followers. Thank you for being you.
It’s like watching a super advanced version of Operation lol
This is the most satisfying, and relaxing channel I've ever come across. I didn't think about you having a video to refer to... Duh... That was my question... "How the heck can he remember where all those microscopic parts go?... I've been a machinist for 50 Plus years and we take videos of complex assemblies all the time... I guess I'm getting old... LOL... The only watchmaker's joke I know if is the Watchmaker who upon seeing a 4-40 tap was astonished... "I didn't know they made them that big!"..
You sir, are a master! I love every video you make.
So excited to see you restoring the case!!!!!
Amazing video as always Marshall. I am a software engineer and I have always wanted to get into watch making. Is there any chance you can do an updated video of all the tools you need to service a watch? The original one is great but the links link to amazon and a lot of the listings are no longer available. If not, that's fine too!
So impressive to see the care and attention to detail you demonstrate in your work. Well done. Thanks for sharing.
I just love your videos they actually help me relax
I suffered from PTSD and watching you take a watch apart and put it back together
And work is just awesome so thank you for helping me you like my therapist.
When I was researching who to send my Moms watch to, I came across Marshall's account. I watched almost every single video. I even played them like background "music" in my house. Marshall is MAGIC with his ART. His videos are quite soothing.I hope you're doing ok with your PTSD.
I hate freaking scammers.. Glad she got it back.
I was blessed & motivated by Marshall's positive attitude. I'm sure you can imagine I was doing the ugly cry numerous times. I can't stand the scammers either. He did a BEAUTIFUL JOB! Can't wait for her to get back on my wrist. Supposed to be TODAY!
@@TUTOMIA I can see your smile from here!! Congratulations, nothing like a memento from the past. I have my grandmother's gold pocket watch she received from my grandfather on her wedding day in 1915. I'm giving it to my grandaughter when she's old enough.
@@ohger1 That's wonderful. I'm sure it will have such a great sentimental value to her.
I'm with you ...those rotten scammers just ruin things for so many. I had a lot of grief over this, but...I was so blessed & fortunate to have it all work out the way it did. So many don't. Thank you for your kind comment.
Hi I only came across your channel yesterday, and I have to say you do an amazing job, so satisfying watching you at work, amazing job 👏👏👏👏 hi from the UK ☺️
Send it UPS!! She’s so lucky!! Your videos are very relaxing to me to watch! Great detailed video!!
Hi Mick, I was very lucky & learned a very valuable lesson. I really enjoy Marshall’s channel too.
I noticed something in your video and I was looking for advice. I've been getting into watch repair lately and needed to know, is the Magic: The Gathering playmat required to resolve most major issues or does it just help? Thanks.
Been watching you for about a year and half now and its crazy the evolution of youre learning and tools!
I got to tell you sir, I have no interest in fixing watches myself, but watching your videos is relaxing and offers a bit of catharsis from watching someone who’s good at their job and is good at communicating. Thank you for doing this.
I have been 'watching' watch videos for a few years. More now than before. No particular reason for that.
Though I would like to leave this comment.
Your dedication to your channel and regular viewer is perfection.
The narrative over the process very rarely misses the mark.
I now judge the other watch men with Wristwatch Revival as a benchmark. 🤣
Every installment is its own Master Class. 😎
The USPS is not the best at tracking. I thought I lost a limited edition print shipped from Germany, but it eventually made it.
Something that valuable should be sent registered mail. Which is tracked every step of the way.
Lesson learned, I agree! the guy was Slovak and shipped without clarification. It wasn't clear on the instructions, so that's another thing to keep an eye out for.
@@edenwildfood8589 in my case...it's was registered & insured AND I even had a signature required. Sometimes "things" happen. It happened TWICE with USPS, with my watch Marshall is working on. Thank goodness he had faith...after the post office "intercepted" from the "scammer" ...there were issues the second time I sent the watch as Marshall mentioned. I am so grateful & fortunate that she eventually made it to him. Isn't he fantastic? I sure think so. My Mom would be proud. Have a great day!
Love how you "turned back time" for Denise's watch
Hi Jeremy, Marshall is the Maestro of watch revivals. Thank you for commenting.
First time watching one of your videos. I am a very DIY type of person and watching this was incredibly mesmerizing, and absolutely intimidating to think of doing. Very VERY fascinating video. Thank you for sharing.
Art really, patina, physically rebuilt, accurate. Love of the process. Great to watch...
I am soon envious of your superior watch skills. I'm so amateur compared to you. What I like is you describe your repairs and what the part or tool is called. THAT has been a tremendous help to me. Thanks...
There's a story behind most of your work, that must be rewarding.
Another magnificent revival. Thanks Marshall!
I watch your videos with total awe, there are so many tiny elements in each watch fascinating and so satisfying when you get them back to full beautiful working order
This is my first time on the channel and my mind is blown at how many tiny parts you took off and have to put back together. Amazing!
im just blown away that you know how to put it all back together i knew watches where complacated but not close to what i thought so goodone dude love what you do
Fantastic video as ever, great job on the case polishing
Only gripes (sorry 😅):
1. I wouldn't put so much grease in the crown as it's just gonna attract a build up of 'writs cheese' more quickly (I just use the sponge greaser)
2. I'd certainly have replaced the case gasket, no matter what state the old one as it's only a couple of cents (maybe you did but it looked like the old one)
3. Sadly the brushing on the case-back went across the grain and only succeeded in making it look worse. while scotch-bright is fine for bracelets and also worked well on the lugs, for this sort of brushing I think a more precise application is required with a suitable grit medium, constant pressure, and the case-back locked in place and guided by a flat edged runner (I just use a movement holder and a small wooden jig I cobbled together)
Its so calming to watch your videos. Gives me some kind of inner freedom and serenity ❤
I usually leave positive comments on videos, but seeing the polishing job you did really irked me, it's just not correct. The brushed surfaces blends too much into the polished, and is supposed to be separated by a more crisp line/border. Now, it was hard to tell by the sped up footage, but it looked like you sanded in a bidirectional motion, i would suggest sanding unidirectionally only, thats how you get the correct brushed look, by 'brushing, not scrubbing'. Anyways i usually enjoy enjoy your videos alot, i just couldn't let this one slide, i hope you see this, and take it as constructive criticism, i don't mean to be negative.
hi. im not a watchmaker or repair person but i have a suggestion for you as someone who has done a lot of sanding and polishing. if you first give the whole object the matte or brushed look you want then tape off those spots and work the areas you want high polish on you can save on some material removal and time! might not work in every application but it would on the main watch body here. love watching you work! keep it up!!
Fully expected a bird to swoop down and carry it away at the end.😂
Such a soothing voice with a beautiful video. Outstanding stuff here
The most fascinating thing to me is watching a master work their art. I am extremely impressed at the narrative that teaches as it explains in a pleasant manner. I guess by your subscriber numbers I am not alone in my opinion. Thank you.
Really impressed by your equipment. This is only the second video of yours I've come to though and I know nothing about watch anatomy. However, you have a specialist gizmo for every specific job. Splendid stuff!
Again Marshall thx so much for the content. I watch a lot of different RUclipsrs that show watch repair. Yours is the best and the most encouraging. I think Ill take the course on your rec. My physical ability may be a limiting factor tho. I'm a surgeon and routinely work with 3.5x loupes to operate. I'm hoping that that will translate into this hobby. My other hobby is working on cars. My 89 Vette has had so much surgery I can't keep track of the things that have been done over the last 30 years. Some might say that you repeat things too often but I totally disagree. Your descriptions are perfect and understandable. You are my hero and I'm hoping one of these days to able to wrangle a watch as well as you can😊. Retirement is close at hand so it won't be long now til I can devote the time and effort into watch making. Yippee
These videos never fail to amaze me. Wonderful work and great story as well
Cool to see such detailed work being done on such a valuable tiny mechanical time keeping machine! Amazing time to be alive & you're an amazing watch mechanical & watch restoration expert. I really like your voice & the way you describe everything while you're working on it. Tasteful use of Timelapse too with natural voice speed a nice editing technique. It's cool that you use many cameras to vary the viewing perspective too, wide, macro, top, as that also add production value or viewing enjoyment!
As a mechanic who has owned his truck for 5 years and has never had it break down I recommend you get you oil changed once a year for engines under 10 years and every 6 months for older than 10. It may be excessive but my truck was second hand, it was a write off it had what the guy said was a bad engine, the first year I repaired every issue I discovered and since then it has run like a dream.
Your videos are equal parts wholesome, satisfying and fascinating.
Amazing to watch ( hey I made a funny). Gives a true appreciation of what goes into a watch and am the skills and knowledge needed to maintain and repair one. Thank you for sharing your artistry!
Wrist watch was a marvel of technology of the time.. So intricate and accurate on a wrist is incredible achievement.
Hallo Marshall
The watch You are speaking about, without hands is already existing. It's from the swiss brand Haldimann with the models H8 Sculptura and H9 Reduction.
Hi Marshall , great video. Yes Scammers and Fake People are all over every social media platforms. Well known Actors have had these fake people try to set up fake accounts trying to pretend to be that Actor. Or like you say fake people trying to be you for evil purposes.
I really like the vibe you gave, talking about a watch meaning something to somebody. However, you missed the chance to coin the phrase "Not just repairing a watch that tells the time, but one that tells a story".
Brushed finish look nice, but plain shiny mirror polish is much easier for long term maintenance. Especially on daily watch. All user needs is to get a bit of polishing paste, some soft wheel for Dremel and sweep a bit over the scratched surface to remove most of scratches and return the shiny look quickly :)