You may profess to be an amateur, but your skillset, demeanor, and willingness to educate make you a professional in my book. I wish I was 30 years younger. Watchmaking would be such a great career....somewhere between engineering and art. Very much enjoy this content.

@jllewislewis5210

2 жыл бұрын

HEs not a amateur ehs a watch BUTCHER.Should never touch on wtches..

@jezcoates

2 жыл бұрын

@@jllewislewis5210 lolz … you came so close to spelling. About as good as your attitude.

@AuroraGw2

2 жыл бұрын

@@jllewislewis5210 wait what, explain how he's a butcher? I've only watched a few of his videos and he has been delicate with the watches

@pasquale78

2 жыл бұрын

@@AuroraGw2 don’t feed the troll

@KL005

2 жыл бұрын

@@jllewislewis5210 says the word butcher.

I am constantly amazed at how they were able to manufacture such small, precise parts back in the 1900s and before.

@digitalranger4259

2 жыл бұрын

@Railz Forget the wheels... what about the screws and the jewels? :)

@D-Vinko

2 жыл бұрын

@Railz Actually, it's simple. They had machines for mass production of simple small gears. Milling is a VERY old process! Hobbing, for instance; involves a screw which has had it's teeth cut strategically to produce a cutting head: called a hob, which rotates with a specific ratio to make reproducible gears of many sizes. They also would use flywheel cutters to produce a long stick with the tooth cut of the gear that they would carefully cut into many pieces to produce many gears from one piece of stock, after which it would be sanded to clean the burrs.There also existed "Rotary filing" before this, and manually filing each tooth by hand before that, many times done in a similar manner as above.

@D-Vinko

2 жыл бұрын

​@@digitalranger4259 The screws were a simple matter, production of screws quickly became a trivial matter as smaller cutters were produced. The jewels are synthetic; and their production uses a method called the Verneuil process even today much of the time, however better methods were produced in the 50s. Using diamonds in milling machines had long been common practice as early as the 1860s

@TheGrmany69

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's like people was less clunky and clumsy back in those days.

@a_lucientes

2 жыл бұрын

check out _The Smallest Watch Ever Made (Part 1)_. -That may be the smallest production celiber at the time. I know that creating a mechanical device is completely different than painting, but when you look at some of the tiny miniatures that were painted during that time (like The Last Supper on a grain of rice)... it is makes you wonder what the true smallest earliest watch was,, even if it was one of a kind. Indeed, it probably was.

I've known of your channel for sometime now (youtube recommended) but I never attempted to watch any of your videos. I did not think I would have the attention span needed to watch your hour long uploads. About a week ago, I finally gave it a try and I was mesmerized. I've lost track of how many hours I've now spent with you on your journey.

I love watching these videos. The intricate pieces of these watches fascinate me to no end. I have to snicker every time you take the mainspring out of one of these watches because it always reminds me of the very first spring of this type I discovered as a 12-year-old kid building my first minibike. So the pull start string broke on the motor I wanted to use... 12 year old me figured it could not be that hard to replace? So I removed the cover, pulled the circlip off the center shaft, grabbed the disk that has the string around it, and pulled. I had never before, and have not since, had anything that angry fly out at my face! Took me totally by surprise, scared the piss outta me and I can still hear my Mom laughing as she very slowly got that mechanical animal untangled from my hair. Love your videos!

Nice work on this watch. Even "off the shelf" ETA movements are works of art in my opinion and parts are easy to find. Great channel!

@user-jf7tx1dw3e

Жыл бұрын

there is a lot of movement with the balance pivot and the jewel. is this not excessive?

8:44 I’m more just here because these videos are really nice to fall asleep to. I will say though that I learn more about watches every night because of you!

@thetopfan5031

2 ай бұрын

I started watching these videos because they are great background videos while I work my job drafting construction plans. A few months later, I feel like I can repair a watch!

What would be great is, every video you produce you could introduce us to the watch your wearing because we know it's a watch that you love and have rebuilt, serviced or both! Thanks Marshall, excellent video, as usual!

@caleschley

Жыл бұрын

Nah, I prefer the mystery

I agree. This watch is beautiful. I had a stainless steel quartz watch shaped like this in college. Very versatile.

AMAZING and also a gentleman, from " Princes Diana wore it" and not "Di" to "not inclined to interrupt the aging process" and the quality of workmanship and presentation...I say You Are A Jewel Yourself and Congrats, looking forward to more

Thanks for another wonderful video. The Tank really is one of the great watch designs of all time, and it's inspiring to hear your respect for the watch's design and craft in your work on it.

Lovely job and the bonus is your narrative contains no um or ahs , just delightful.

@jackthelad9933

2 жыл бұрын

Agree! That's a skill that's being lost. Nice, clear delivery. A joy to listen to, regardless of the content (which also happens to be interesting, so that's a bonus.lol)

Depending on the year of manufacture, some tanks have Piaget movements and others have both cases and movements made by Bueche Girod.

I also love the fact that the straps remind me of tank treads. It's absolutely beautiful

Sometimes you see a channel with a certain confidence and experience but also acknowledgement of what goes wrong and how to fix it. I'm more into locks than watches, and this channel almost gave me a vicarious feel for restauration like lockpicking lawyer gave me for picking and disassembly. And that's really unique and valuable.

So I just got a vintage cartier tank, I popped the back off and was surprised how small the movement is, kudos to your eyes my man

I loved this. I have a Tank. I appreciated it before but now I have a new appreciation for it. It was wonderful to hear the history of this gorgeous watch. Great video.

@stj971

2 жыл бұрын

I have a tank too, a Hamilton over 30 yrs old. Wasn't cheap even then but gold plated. I just don't understand why they don't make them in 14k?

The Tank is on my top ten list for favorite watches and being able to watch you service one was absolutely amazing. Thank you sir.

I love your comment about quartz watches not being as interesting. That’s because they have no soul like a mechanical watch does!! Cheers Marshall!

@durstondarden8765

7 күн бұрын

You're right.. course watches don't have much of a soul..😂

I love how when the time comes to put the balance back in it feels like your commentary background really kicks in as if a player needs to top deck the perfect card to get out of a situation and you prep the audience to hold their breath in anticipation.

Thank you! "the Mobius 9501 keyless blue grease was what I needed", great video.

Beautiful piece! I love the classic styling. It's like a deco rendition of an early-American railroad pocket watch, with the off-white Roman Numeral dial and blued steel hands. It's gorgeous

At 34:25, “I’m not really inclined to interrupt the aging process in this particular…”case”.” I see what you did there! Excellent work sir and I’m certain your extended family member will be quite pleased with the results!

@Nextman916

Жыл бұрын

wouldn’t have cleaned the dial tho, but glad he left the case more intact

lovely job. I bet the owner was thrilled and again, I agree that owning things of beauty and appreciating them makes one a happier and more contented person. As ever, a pleasure to view.

12:46 putting your little signature on the plate :) . Good job by the way. Great video.

THANK YOU for this Video and the effort you put into. Perfect combination of Knowledge, Craftsmanship and Entertainment. Cheers from Germany

I love his service. Very complicated job he has done. Love you again.

My son, who is a relatively new watch collector, has recently fallen in love with the Tank. I sent him the link to this video. Thanks for working on some classic pieces like this in addition to the usual fare of sport/tool watches. Love your videos!

Another great video, thanks for everything you do! I’m currently servicing my first ever mechanical movement and I really look up to all you do on this channel, keeps me motivated to keep improving. Maybe one day I’ll be able to service a Cartier Tank myself.

Beautiful. I just picked up a Tank Francaise and it is absolutely gorgeous. Stunning small details.

Wow, love those case screws. I never knew about that, really cool. I might have been the guy that destroys the whole watch trying to get it open.

Oh man do I get excited whenever I see a new one of these come out! Thanks so much for the top tier content. Just a random thought while watching, have you considered exploring making any of your own replacement parts for some of the simpler ones that break? Again thank you.

@WristwatchRevival

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching :) And yes that is kind of my end goal, to be able to make parts myself on a lathe. I'm not there yet but I'm hoping one day :)

@wes11bravo

3 жыл бұрын

@@WristwatchRevival - Marshall, the lubricants that you use - are they synthetic? If so, does this obviate the issue of them drying up like the older oils/greases (in the same way oil change intervals for vehicles have gone up by nearly an order of magnitude)?

@jimmymeetsworld464

2 жыл бұрын

@@wes11bravo I have watched some other videos of his and he does remark that the oils are synthetic.

@thedisabledwelshman9266

2 жыл бұрын

@@WristwatchRevival just out o curiosity. what type of watch are u wearing iin this video?

@raiderx7410

2 жыл бұрын

@@thedisabledwelshman9266 @Wristwatch Revival I believe its a TAG Heuer Monoco? Is that right?

I have watched and enjoyed a number of your videos, and am amazed at how you manage all of the extremely small screws and parts. My smallest wrench is 1/4" and a Craftsman screwdriver, cant imagine stuff that small even with magnification. Thanks for doing these

Enjoyed video very much. I love watching you put everything back together.

Marshall, the movement on that watch is beautiful. I am impressed with the camera work you are doing. That movement is tiny. You must have a very nice zoom feature on that camera. I couldn't work on this watch without my head and loop very close to the movement in order to see any of the parts. Cartier is an important name in watchmaking for the fine designs. I appreciate you sharing this service with us.

@WristwatchRevival

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Glen, I don't actually use a zoom lens, it's a fixed focal length BUT it is a macro lens :) And yes it takes a lot of getting used to to not be able to get close with a loupe while filming, but it's worth it to be able to share these videos with you.

@glenh4971

3 жыл бұрын

@@WristwatchRevival Really appreciate being able to see you do these services. You are really advancing in the craft.

Very well done your patience and expertise is as stunning as the watches you repair these videos just make my day pleasant

Your passion for watch repair is inspiring. Thanks.

That was just fantastic! Thanks for sharing your videos with us.

It really is a beautiful, timeless design. Jeff Goldblum is another celebrity who has rocked a Cartier Tank pretty regularly for a few years. Seemed to be his daily driver for a while.

I always thought it was a women's model, then I saw Muhamad Ali and big Mike also wearing one.. Nice.

I would love to hear more about how those teeny tiny parts were manufactured back in the day. Thanks for another great video. ATB : )

@blacklion79

3 жыл бұрын

My thoughts about all these videos: HOW WAS IT MADE?

@WristwatchRevival

3 жыл бұрын

These were made in the 70s so they had mostly modern machining but earlier on they had some really specific tools to make the small stuff.

@SuperScottCrawford

3 жыл бұрын

Micronauts.

@jpkatz1435

3 жыл бұрын

@@SuperScottCrawford armies of Humunculases, unionized, ofcourse

@Syphaxis

2 жыл бұрын

I suspect they made them regular-sized and then shrunk them in the dryer.

I love seeing the spudger! I always thought that would be a good watchmakers tool!

Unbelievable watch I really like the style it is simple yet so complex at the same time. I loved the story about it being modelled on the tank and all the influential people who have worn it that is what makes this channel great you do your research and present it in a great way thank you keep up the good work

Great video! This is the first Cartier Tank watches I’ve seen in a long while. I got mine back in the 80’s, and have just given it to my son, but it was too delicate looking for my wrist. In the UK they were marketed as ‘gents’ watches.

@stj971

2 жыл бұрын

Cartier tanks are my fav. Would like to buy a panthere. Were l to get a replica, do you suggest a swiss or Japanese movement? Or not at all?Can't afford $379k for a watch!

So inspiring to watch you work! Thanks for the great video. I also share your idea of owning watches just to look and interact with them, not necessarily wearing them. I’ve got a couple of small pieces that are borderline that category. Vintage seems to propel that!

A good friend of mine works for Cartier and I am going to see him tomorrow. This was a fantastic education not only on the watch but the history of the tank series. I don't know if he has ever seen how one of his products go together so I may now know a bit more than he does! I can hardly wait to discuss !

absolutely loved that video marshall ! The Cartier tank is a timeless classic and after you showed the watch so much love and attention returned it back to its beautiful old self! great work yet again

That eta is truly beautiful in its simplicity and form of function. It is a tool, designed for a purpose.

Lovely watch. Simple but elegant. I normally don't like gold/plating on watches, but this one is an exception. It looks better than the stainless steel or white gold.

Great service on an iconic piece. Kudos

Being 60 yrs. old ,, I'm what you call a " Jack of all trades" ,, I'm a decent mechanic , well experienced Electrician, Plumber , Carpenter , Welder , Painter ,,, I can literally fix just about anything ,,,if I take it apart myself . But it is absolutely fascinating to watch you repair watches ! It's actually like watching a master mechanic rebuild a Engine or Transmission ! and after watching many of your video,,, I'm able to Name all the parts from the Balance wheelm Pallet fork , train of wheels , Barrel spring ,,,,,, It's awesome to be able to learn another craft , That has always been " Voo-Doo" to venture into !

Absolutely stunning work on a masterpiece watch !

As a jeweler I would recommend using a plastic basket or mat when cleaning gold/gold plate in your sonic cleaner. The continuous vibrations will scratch your pieces on the metal basket. I enjoy your videos like a busman’s holiday!

@WristwatchRevival

2 жыл бұрын

Good to know, thank you! I'll try to get something to put on the bottom of the basket.

Your voice sounds so fun and exciting! Each video is a joy to watch and hear. Thank you for making them.

I have a manual Must De Cartier tank from 1983 that was my fathers everyday watch from that time till 2007 when he picked up an IWC. It has never been serviced and still keeps perfect time, its one of my favorite pieces in my collection.

Hello Marshall. Awesome video. It would be fantastic a video of servicing a chronograph.

@WristwatchRevival

3 жыл бұрын

Hey I don't know how to service them yet but I'm going to take a class and then you'll see them on here :)

great content. i can't even watch cable anymore with the far superior content on the youtube. its a beautiful watch

Your videos are super relaxing, love‘em

I'm a new subscriber, I must tell you that watching you work with these delicate, precision timepieces is wonderfully soothing, therapeutic.Your steady hands and relaxed narrative walk us through these intricate processes, building to that moment of truth when you seat the balance....BINGO ! Love what you do, cheers...

I own this exact watch and so happy to see it somewhere other than my collection since the pre-must era are undocumented and wild. Very appreciative of this video, so interesting!

This videos are very satisfying & therapeutic to watch.

wow now after seeing this watch that really gives me scale on why you recommend the old pocket watches for starters

Love watching you do your magic

Great video, great watch. Thanks, Marshall.

Ah, the good old days when people wore sensibly-sized, beautifully designed watches. Pity that they also had to worry about polio, measles and diphtheria etc though, so I suppose there is that. Definitely better times now that we only have to worry about shoulder strain due to carting a HHhhuugge timepiece throughout the day. Thank you for another excellent, informative and impressively shot video.

That last shot at 40:20 with the blue shinning in the crown is just stunning !!

It good to see that it took you some time to get the watch running because if I were to try watch restoration I could guarantee that the balance would never burst into life as soon as it is dropped into place. I don't always believe a lot of the other videos where I see this happening. Its like a car engine always bursting into life first crank after a complete rebuild.

13:42 usually when a watch is gold plated with silver as a base it’s called « vermeil », and sometimes you can see the silver oxidising through the gold, Great video!

@GuiSmith

3 жыл бұрын

Wait, that’s what that is? I’ve seen that before and thought that meant it was some kind of gold look-alike brass alloy or something.

@stj971

2 жыл бұрын

That's why l actually prefer stainless steel, doesn't tarnish. Sterling is better when rhodium plated.

Absolutely fabulous watch 👍 thanks Great video

That’s an amazing job on a classic watch. I saw you were wearing a Tag Monaco. I’m anxiously waiting for you to do a video on an old Calibre 11. 😊

Great job Marshall!

We love your videos, pay no attention to detractors, they are jealous, no doubt.Your accrued talent and knowledge shines through. Maybe one day I'll have a go. I'm curious, I love learning, you are helping me do this, and I appreciate it.

Very elegant watch and another winner!

Excellente vidéo !!!!! Merci pour votre chaîne et de partager avec nous votre savoir et vos découvertes ! Thank you !

Nice wrist watch change.

Nice work. Beautiful watch.

My favorite watch of all time!!!

Amazing work on this icon 😊

Lovely work!

This channel is rapidly become a favourite. Wonderful video.

Never seen one been worked on on youtube. CARTIER TANK and you'll know to make sure it's the right screw with the plates,won't make that mistake again, brilliant .

I never loved this watch... But now, I want one :) Thank you !

Great job done on a beautiful watch.😍😎

As someone with a very casual interest and basic knowledge of watches, I found this a thrilling video. I have pretty poor eyesight and hand-eye co-ordination and I am in awe at your patience and skill. I will never own a Cartier, or a Bugatti for that matter, but they are both works of art and feats of engineering.

When you took the the case apart the movement looked like it was about the size of a dime. Very good video.

Another excellent piece, sir. Made my day.

Gorgeous watch

Man I love your videos Brother it’s just so satisfying to watch them even listen to them and I get to learn something cool! Keep up the good work and god bless you sir

Just came across this video a few days after finding an ETA 2412 in an eBay lot, was pleasantly surprised to see the same movement in a Tank, which is my grail watch at the moment. Great video as always.

well done. Thank you

This movement is so tiny and so beautiful!!!! 😱

Service done by professionally really well done.

Excellent presentation.

Another great job. Thanks

It actually isn’t always the colored side that goes up, it’s always a good idea to look at the hook on the barrelarbor to make sure you put themainspring in correctly

I appreciate the histhorology (sorry, a made up word, but couldn't find the actual term for history of watchmaking, other than, the history of watch making ;-). Love the extend to which you are going to take us along on the ride, and what it means for and to you, your watch mania and perfectionism. Thank you so much! PS love the watch on your wrist! whether it is a cushion, tonneau, tank or any other square-ish shape, I almost always prefer that over a round watch. Still I own my fair share of round shaped watches; matter-of-factly I wear one now... (Bulova Accutron Gemini GMT) But the one you are wearing in this video is of exceptional beauty in my book.

A great watch back in the day. Today it’s more of a women’s watch. Women love that tank design.

Very nicely done indeed.

I enjoyed this! I hope a vintage Cartier tank watch is in your future!

Classic Design! 👍

one of your best videos