It looks fantastic, but doesn't polishing a watch devalue it as collectors want originality? I don't know about Bulobe but I know Rolex folk like an original watch

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

@adamoneale4396 - You raised a great question! I've seen countless videos where watch resellers complain about $10,000+ Rolexes where someone has polished the case. The same goes for vintage watches that are not 'all original' with a replaced crystal, bezel, etc. That's not my world, and at this point I'm not buying watches to resell - I want to wear them and enjoy them. I'd love to learn more about when to polish and when to leave things original. What are your thoughts?

@adamoneale4396

9 ай бұрын

@@WatchWithMike to be honest, I don't resell watches myself, I buy them to wear too. I would say, if you're wearing it, do what makes you happy. If you like a shiny case, have a shiny case! :)

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

@@adamoneale4396👍🏼

@Carbon_steel_watches

8 ай бұрын

As I see it, there is quite a difference in polishing a watch with a machine, or giving it a light buff to make it shine. For me, the value raises with the latter. I mean, who does not want a shiny clean looking vintage watch. Your Bulova is stunning!

It’s nice when all the gold plating is on the case.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

I agree! I get sad when I detail a watch and see that the plating is missing. This time I got lucky! 😁

Thank you Mike for your videos. I am taking my initial steps in vintage watch repair mainly for sentimental reasons with my parent´s heirlooms. You receive an A+ in production, narration, and wit! I have seen several other enthusiasts however they do not match your realistic take on watch repair nor personality.

@WatchWithMike

5 ай бұрын

Wow, such nice comments! Made my day! 😁

So this is the watch from the short! I think it came out great. I guess you could expect that level of dirt from those flexi bands. They don't seem very hygienic but it cleaned up nicely! That movement holder with the gasket seems like a method to make sure that there is enough pressure on that seal to not leak and that's probably why it deformed. The dial is rather pretty! A separate ring on the caseback? Bulova really did do it their way haha! Back scratching tool indeed lol.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

Yes, yes and yes! Bulova really seem to be pushing the innovation right around the time that this watch was made. They seem to go all out when it came to making the case watertight… With the exception of the crown! I have yet to see a vintage dress watch from that era with a screw down crown, but that would be an interesting twist. Get it? 😂 P.S. did you catch the Sinatra lyrics on the case back? New York, New York!

@johanvandersandt8904

9 ай бұрын

@@WatchWithMike I got it! 😆 Its a great watch! You should keep it!

Nice tutorial,Mike.Thank you.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

You're welcome Angel! It's great to have you along for the ride. 😁

Thanks for another terrific video. The watch really cleaned up well, which is not surprising in light of how high quality it is (between the number of adjustments and the 23 jewel count). Nice find.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

Hi Sky Blue! I've really been enjoying working on Bulova watches. I agree, they really set a high level of quality. Thanks for the compliments on the video, it's great to have you as a viewer! 😁🙏

Great video Mike. Helpful cleaning tips. 👍🏻

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Monte! It was a nice, stress-free project for me… For a change! I really like how it came out. Thanks for the nice words!

@monte4150

9 ай бұрын

RGM Watch Co. In Mount Joy Pa ( open house 9 am to 4pm ) Lancaster Pa Mike. October 7th. Just a heads up. Would be cool to meet you. Look into it since we aren't far from each other.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

@@monte4150 Monte, I am so bummed to find out that there's an open house because I have a previous engagement! I would have loved to go, and it would be great to meet. I vaguely remember you are in PA but I forget where. 😄

very nice bulova Mike ...lovely movement ...great restoration .... now i have to work on my iscronism haha

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

Hi Elder Pinto! I am trying to achieve isocronism in my daily life… to maintain the same temperament whether I am wound up or wound down. 😁 Thanks for the nice words, this was a fun project!

@ElderPinto254

9 ай бұрын

@@WatchWithMike hahahahahha 🤣🤣🤣🤣 very nice watch i love tha bulova !!!

Thanks for this, Mike. Nice camera work. The back ring design is like Vostoks - more water pressure forces the back tighter against the gasket. But you wouldn’t want to dunk it without a screw down crown. When do we get to see the service? 😉

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

Lol, not the first request to see the movement serviced! And I'm making excuses! I have so many open watch projects right now on the bench that I need to finish some before disassembling this one into little pieces. My intention here was to show that if you purchase a vintage watch that is running well, it is easy to take it apart to thoroughly detail the case. I love a good deep cleaning! 😁

@Mars-zgblbl

9 ай бұрын

@@WatchWithMike I hear that! Hey what make and model of nail polish dryer do you use? Are you happy with the results? I’ve had some parts go rusty so fast I couldn’t dry them fast enough with towels or a bulb.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

@@Mars-zgblbl I had the same thing happen. Here's a link to the dryer. (It's on sale for less than I paid!) Nail Dryer/Blower with Hot and Cool Air amzn.to/3K75oiA

@Mars-zgblbl

9 ай бұрын

@@WatchWithMike thanks Mike!

No time to comment. ‘Vegas needs me….! 😂

@WatchWithMike

8 ай бұрын

I will ask you what you did when you get back… Oh wait, what happens in Vegas… Have fun! 😁

I'd put this nice vintage watch on a leather strap and wear it as a dress watch.. I n ever cared much for spidel bands

@WatchWithMike

8 ай бұрын

Done! I've been wearing it on the purple leather strap shown in my thumbnail and in the last shot of the video. The cream/gold/purple give the watch a very regal look!

Im a bit upset you didnt take it further and serviced it fully. This way its just got a top wax and i would be terribly upset were i to purchase a watch for top mark price . When i realety i get a watch that need service. Not saying you would do that but there is defenetley more then plenty people out there that are ruthless enth to sell you a polished turd for the gold bar it is not. Please find it within your self the realy take apart the movment to fully service it. By the looks of it you have all the tools needed.

@WatchWithMike

9 ай бұрын

Oh, this watch is definitely going to be serviced! I have so many open watches on my bench that I need to close up those projects before digging into a new one. But I wanted people to see that if you purchase a vintage watch and it is already running well, that anybody can take it apart and give it a thorough cleaning with some very basic tools and supplies. Thanks for your words of encouragement! 😁