Mike, Will have to watch this again this evening. Just seeing dad in his heyday, even though i’ve that photo on my wall still brings me to tears. I cannot express my gratitude enough for the hard work, and bringing this back to life. Mum has been asking regularly if i’d heard anything, will it work etc. As you say, its not the value of the watch, its what it means to me, and the memories it holds, both happy and heart breaking. Young 18 year old, and wished i had it on the day i had to finish in the job to say it was a full circle. But now, it’ll be back home, worn daily and held by my parents again. Thank you so much.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Darren, it was an absolute pleasure to do this for you. To know professionals and Seiko failed plus the sentiment this watch holds for you made me have to take it on. With what happened to me last year (prostate cancer) it made my live a bit more precious so knowing that I would always have been able to fix this for you and what it would mean given the heartache of your brother and now the ongoing health issues with your father I just had to do it. Also gave me a chance to tell a bit of your story here on YT and to also test out my new microscope. Hopefully the viewers will like this one and leave comments! Speak to you soon.

@brendanrobertson551

11 ай бұрын

I just wanted to pass my sincere thanks to both you and your dad for your service, also to your mum and family, for they must have spent so many of your working hours with you in spirit as all fire crews families left at home awaiting their loved ones safe return from duty. My Uncle was a 30 year veteran of Greater Manchester Fire Service, as a child he would take me to the station to show me around and sit in the engines, this was back in the 70's, sadly he passed away within a year of retiring but my love and respect for the Fire Service has never left me. Again many thanks and I truly hope this brings some peace, love and many happy memories back for your dad and all of you and make many new ones.

@pikeyandclaire

11 ай бұрын

Was only a very small cog in a huge wheel. I idolised my bro, as much as i do my dad. And still is as raw as ever, delivering that news to them both. Nobody needs thousands of pounds on their wrist, just something thats in your heart, and realising looking at the dial, is really looking back on time.

@stevebrannan4966

11 ай бұрын

What a way to start a Friday morning, trars rolling down my cheeks. Darren and Dad, thanks for your selfless service. Mike, what a guy. There are many ways to take the measure of a man, but what you have just done is absolutely top shelf. Total respect to you ❤️

@stevefrench6576

5 ай бұрын

It’s so cool that not only your watch got fixed but your dad gets recognized on a worldwide level. Love and respect to you and your father from New Orleans, Louisiana .

Seikos never die! Watching this the second time as i polish the crystal on my unicorn spacewalk 50th anniversary 5. It stopped a while back, and with your inspiration, i popped off the caseback after being told by a watchmaker it needed a new movement that is no longer available. Turns out the rotor was so loose it hit everything on the way around. Tightened him up, a touch of oil, and its good as new. God bless you, and keep up the good work. Much love from Sydney Australia.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Superb! I have seen loose rotors many times, especially on old Seiko's. Proof that your watchmaker never even took the back off... Shameful really.

@NetworkGulf

6 ай бұрын

Accuracy????

Hi Mike, that was an absolute masterclass in exactly what this wonderful hobby is all about, bringing back to live one of these little mechanical marvels that give us joy, accompany us through the highs and lows of life all while performing their rudimentary function of telling us the time. A fantastic story and I’m sure Darren and family will have been overjoyed with your exceptional work and dedication. Bravo mate, bravo👏👍

You started me on fixing watches and in particular the seiko brand a year ago and I’ve done over 15 now, 7s26, 6309, etc . Your strip down and rebuilds have been invaluable. I’ve now done 5 or so omegas and a couple of vintage Elgin pocket watches for friends. I just follow your way of doing things. Don’t stop - I’ve been sick and off work for 5 weeks and it’s the watch work that’s kept me sane - thank you.

@MyRetroWatches

6 ай бұрын

Thank you. I really like it when I get feedback like this and it makes the long hours and late nights worth the effort. It was never meant to be a money grab. KZread for me was to show what I do, inspire people into the hobby and to document my progress over all these years. When I started there was 2-3 channels max but now there are 100s and most are doing good videos but making it all look polished and a good story. Those channels gain much more traction and success on the platform which does make me envous and also question why I do not have the same appeal. I think a chunk of my followers are fellow hobbyists who can relate to the struggles, the masses want to see a full on polished restoration story and move on. I am not stopping and have some great videos in progress now but long for better view counts on some of my most recent videos. Good luck with your watchmaking.

I can't believe your videos are not getting the recognition they deserve. I love your content. Keep on keeping on, Sir and thanks for sharing.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your encouragement John.

Love to see old Seikos come back to life. Awesome job

Nice bench, microscope and set up. I do sizing, batteries, light refinishing. Glad to see I'm not the only one with a bench in the laundry room. Cheers.

Thumbs up and a comment as a thank you for this enjoyable content. Best regards.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

thank you.

I would not be getting into the hobby if it weren't for you and Wristwatch Revival. I appreciate all of your videos and have learned so much from them.

@WrightsW5

11 ай бұрын

I agree with this, if I ever get to fully service a mechanical watch it will be due to the inspiration from Mike and the other youtube watchmakers.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Scott.

I got an Omega Speedmaster for my 18th birthday. Still have it 52 years on. Cost $190 US.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Superb! Nice watch for an 18th!

...I had somebody ask why I don't record and post...and I told them I had some idea of how you it took you guys to edit...I just couldnt do it. I so appreciate the time you take.

Loved this one. I myself am a station manager in the Dutch fire service been doing it 23 years now, and I also wear a mechanical watch everyday and know how much of a beating they receive.

If you like working with Seiko watches, then I’m glad that you’re also willing to take the extra time and effort to make videos so that others can learn. Seikos are probably one of the most common watches for people to try their hand at modding and repairing, and your videos are an asset to those of us who are getting started or even just thinking about giving it a try. Thank you for your dedication! As for YT analytics, I support several other channels in other fields of interest, and all of them have experienced a similar downturn. I think it’s perhaps due in part to people returning to the workplace as well as once more being able to get out and about, and thus devoting less time to watching YT videos. That said, YT is definitely changing the way it handles video suggestions and recommendations. I’ve noticed recently that I’ve had to go looking for content from channels that I’m subscribed to. None of that diminishes the appreciation of your audience, so please just continue to do what makes you happy!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

The algorithm something has changed as seeing such a drop, the worst in 6 years is very strange. I am not in control of it and it can be disheartening when the hours I give up to make these videos is not rewarded with higher views. I am not in this for the money although what I get helps with the running costs but I have my own goal like 100k subs and I am not seeing that happen in the next 5 years. As for Seiko I find them a great watch and for starting out in this hobby you cant go wrong with them. They are plentiful and cheap which is good for finding parts!

The kindness you demonstrated in restoring a watch, that many told this firefighter was unrepairable, is what makes your channel shine amongst all of the rubbish on KZread. Mike, I am sorry to hear that your viewership has dropped. I can't understand why; the production value is very good. You have inspired me to explore some essential kit to get my nonworking watches back on the wrist, but I am baffled how you remember where all of those screws go. I can't remember where I laid my car keys.

no need to apologize for working on Seikos. Very affordable and well designed

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Only because my channel is full of Seiko vids I am well known for them plus having well over 100 Seikos in the collection.

I've really developed an affinity for Seiko watches. I've only one of them, a Seiko 5 like this one. But I love seeing them being repaired by a watchmaker. It's cool to see the inexpensive watches getting attention too. For a lot of us, we're not ever likely to see an expensive watch in real life.

Fantastic. I get a thrill from bringing back from the dead.

I’m still halfway through my first watch. Bought for £10, several hundreds (sic) spend on tools, and still no end in sight. Your videos keep me upbeat about the possibility that one day I will be using this watch and enjoying it, even if it is still only worth £10. Please keep making videos that “you” enjoy making. I will watch them because you are doing what you want to do.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this comment. Rest assured I will not stop producing videos but I would love to see more growth and a bigger audience, with Ad revenue I can buy more interesting projects . Good luck with your project I am sure you will get there and when you do the euphoria will be immense!

For those who are considering servicing their 6309s, I can tell you that it is very doable, thanks to Mikes videos. I have a substantial collection of 6309 and 7s26 divers that I have serviced by watching Mike’s videos. I won’t say it was always easy. I’ve made all the mistakes, but I learned as a result. Now I have excellent running watches with photos of the timegrapher results.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for this post. Nice to know you have found some of the videos useful.

Hoping “the algorithm” is being kinder since this was published. I’d not seen your videos before and it guided me here. Subscribed.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you.

I love watching your videos and find them very inspiring myself. I'm 52 and trying to learn as much as I can. I'm hoping to turn an interest into a hobby as a way to help others and possibly make a little income while I do what I love. You have given me hope to set out on a new endeavor and try to make my passion something more. Thank you so much. I pray for your health to continue to improve.

Lovely job Mike. Hope this video gets the views you deserve. I recognise the amount of effort you put into the channel and look forward to your videos. 😊

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thanks. YT is a lottery, videos you expect to do well flop and others do well. I think my 4th video I ever did on polishing a clasp went viral and still to this day clocks up a significant portion of my views! Without that the channel would be tiny.

@speedypaul2314

11 ай бұрын

@@MyRetroWatches it's the how to videos which might draw more people in. How to fit new crystal, polish cases, fit hands, clean dials etc etc, just an idea.

I hope this art is never lost.

Good evening I have just stumbled across your page and watched this video and thought it was absolutely fabulous. The reason I came across it as it's my 50th birthday in the next few weeks and I really wanted a gift from the wife and my parents that I could keep and treasure. We don't have the sort of money to be able to spend on something Swiss so I have been looking at Seiko watches and found one made in 1973 that I think is a beautiful classic watch for the right price and have bought it. To hear your views on Seiko watches I'm sat here feeling I've done well. Anyway I'm now going to watch more of your content. Thanks Steve

I really enjoyed watching your efforts to get this Seiko cleaned and back to working condition. I wouldn't worry too much about your fingers not being in the right place when working with your new setup, practice will sort that out. Good job well done.

I haven’t been receiving notifications for new videos you put out, I check every week for anything new, and you are not the only channel this is happening to.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

The bell icon is set to all?

The value of these things extends way beyond the financial. By repairing this when others couldn't be bothered, you've added to the history of the watch and added to that value. Good stuff as always.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Endy. Always appreciate your support mate.

Another great restoration Mike, thanks. Every episode is great. It even inspired me to post a few restorations myself. Funny thing is, being spring in Canada right now, my "How to dewinterize your boat " is more popular than my Gruen restoration! LOL

Much better to concentrate on a single make of watch and do it well - as you do, than to try to cover multiple makes and, maybe, struggle. Of course, the occasional repair to a different make can be refreshing for both you and your potential audience. I'd say you've got the balance (no pun intended) about right Mike. Keep up the great work!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. To be honest I also like filming Watch movements I tackling for the first time. Most of my Swiss repairs are a first for me.

I am an old codger (78) who does this tinkering stuff to distract myself from the cancer, and it's nice to know the depth perception problem isn't just me. Love the tips that come with the work.

Enjoyed the restoration, great job there Michael.

My Retor watches you are good at restoring vintage watches ⌚️ my friend

It was wonderful to see your work. Love your passion about watches. Now I am considering to start watchmaking and servicing as a hobby. Thank you once again for this video!

Thank you Mike. so pleased to have been part of the 'Live' cast. Great story about the owner and a good combination of photography and commentary.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Ross thank you for your support. I enjoyed the live chat immensely and will do it again but give more warning next time!

BEST WATCHES SEIKO 5. CHEAPER AT BEST NOW I AM 59 YEARS OLD FROM 1984. WEARING SEIKO WATCH NOT OVERHAUL DONE YET STILL SHOWS RIGHT TIME WEEEKLY ONE MINUTE. LATE NO PROBLEM FOR ME. AMAZING. THANKS TO SEIKO MANUFACTURES THANKS FOR YOURS CLIPS TOO🙏👍

Lovely job. Thanks for sharing the sources of parts, very interesting. Darren definitely deserved your efforts. 😊

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you and I’m glad you found that part of the video useful.

I just found your channel today. I think the stories with the watch are fantastic. I definitely have enjoyed the videos I have seen today. Thank you for making these videos.

@MyRetroWatches

10 ай бұрын

You are welcome and thanks for the feedback . I am working on another right now with a great story , a 100year old Omega! Stay tuned!

Thanks for showing us how you find parts--that is very, very useful!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Jeff. Glad it’s been appreciated

This difference between this calibre and one with a Magic Lever is quite a contrast,and,I cant believe that Seiko UK refused to service this.Great job by the way.

That new microscope is really nice! Great video!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. Love the name!!

Great Story and great work. I'm interested in learning more about repairing watches. But like a newbie know nothing about it. Thank you.

That microscope is pretty impressive. The image quality is amazing

I don’t prefer your channel to any others, not theirs to yours. I do however love the contrast you provide of showing what it’s like working with all of the camera set ups, and the struggles while trying to work with the movements. I love the other channels and yours as well as it adds to the others. Hopefully you can continue to make content as I ensure I check your page for new videos frequently due to KZread’s known algorithm issues. Thanks!!!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. Thats a nice honest reply. The issue I think I have been having is my videos not been offered to new viewers. There are any analytic reasons for this from likes, comments and watch time per viewer. If I make an hour video and most people click out of it after say 15 minutes (perhaps to then watch more later) that on a stat basis shows this video is not liked by the viewer as they only watched 25% of the video. Its metrics like this that play a massive part and why you will see most channel owners asking for likes all the time as that is a good metric. More likes means more views. This video in particular, now 31,000 views which is really good but likes is 2060. Still a great number but as a percentage of the total views is low and another indication for the algorithm to see this as a poor metric. Its all crazy stuff, views also mean income from adverts which can be an important factor for channels like Wristwatch Revival who now does this as his full time job. For me not so much but views mean channel interest which incentives me to create more content. (apologies for the long reply ...)

Glad to see people like you still exist in a world full of greed. Bringing hope .ps subscribed just because of your kindness and skill.👍👍🙏

@MyRetroWatches

5 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words and also your subscription. you will like my latest video on the 100 year old Omega or the Seiko Willard video as both have interesting stories attached.

Fantastic video! I’ll watch it again later this evening.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much.

Thanks for your channel. Thanks to your video of the FHF movement I have managed to successfully disassemble and assemble my first movement. Good luck with the heat and thank you very much. Solitude is for excellent spirits.

Great job, so someone can make new memories, and cherish it on his wrist for a long time further. Cheers😊

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Absolutely!

Great video Mike. I hope the viewership picks up. You deserve tens of thousands of views a day. Can't wait for the Omaga watch video.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

I am not hopeful on views but it will not stop me from producing content. You never know one might eventually go viral!

Brilliant job Mike, another example of the genuine guy you are! Well done! So pleased for the owner and KUDOS to you for taking this project on!! I've had balances wobble like that (more than once) and it was because one of the pivots had worn to a sharp point due to wear from dry oil. I think it might have been the same for this watch. Reluctantly, the balance did have to be replaced for this "special" watch. It shows how much this watch had been worn between services. Don't be disheartened!! You are one of the original Watch Repair KZreadrs and people recognise your honesty and passion for the watch work you do. It's not about the value of the watch, it's about the watchmaking itself!! Keep going! We appreciate what you do!!

That funny watchmaker was obviously not ticking either or as we say here in Germany, not ticking right. :D A watch with a story. Worth to come to life again. I like that. Great job, man. I bet, Darren will be happy. :) 🕐🍸🍸

​That was an excellent watch!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you.

Thanks a lot Mike. Nice vid. I had Seiko 5 , I lost it. I still have a 80’s dressy Seiko. Stay healthy dude!

It’s such a good thing that there are honest enthusiasts like yourself out there to fill the service gaps like Darren experienced. Good job!

Great job Mike with a lovely story attached 😊

It's amazing the memories that something as simple as a watch can hold. Congratulations on keeping those memories going.

Very good Mike, it’s always a pleasure to see the repair process, two thumbs up 👍

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Stefan

Nice. I hear from more other creators about YT's 'algorithm'; so, reaching out to show support. These channels sparked my interest in mechanical watches and expanding into watch repair. As a beginner, parts and good tools will be tough as I am an Expat living in Thailand. Will check out your website and reach out for guidance for sourcing stuff. Thx again for showing us this hobby and bringing back timepieces.

Starting the watch repair as hobby for myself. Enjoy watching all the watch maker’s on KZread.

@MyRetroWatches

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. I am amongst the first on the platform after starting out in 2017 . Watch repair channel was the first, Mark who is a good personal friend of mine now. In todays KZread there are 100s of channels most doing much better than me in less time😲

I enjoyed watching that. I am 74 now and although I like repairing things, watches scare the life out of me ! I have repaired and timed mantle clocks, and have just been working on a few travel alarms. I have a Seiko Kinetic Arctura 5M42- OE39, Number : 734377, which is probably from the 80's which no one wants to repair, a Rytima that runs, but gains an hour a day, and a helvetia 31 or 32 type, silver pocket watch with a broken balance staff, that does not have details on the movement, just Hallmarks and "GS" number 36575 I think my Grandfather bought that back in the 30's. I will start with a Wingo Levermatic one day soon ! Hope you are well and if you want some stuff for your videos let me know. I will cover the costs. It will be worth it for the lessons !

Superb footage Mike, I appreciate what goes into making this type of content it’s much harder than it looks and still remain as professional as possible to get the results you aim for when working on watches, don’t be discouraged about your Chanel stats it just a glitch the world is upside down right now and I feel it will eventually settle back down in the distant future. 👍👏😉🍻

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Sir. I enjoyed making this video plus the main reward is knowing I have given Darren his memories back . The stats I do try to ignore but the drop on this channel is quite sad and I can only blame the algorithm.

Good Morning from the US. I just stumbled upon this channel and will give you a thumbs up and subscribe. Good luck with your health. My wife has cancer as well. Prayers for you.

This Seiko is the perfect example of "less is more". Beautiful, classy and uncluttered.

@MyRetroWatches

7 ай бұрын

I agree. thanks for watching.

Thanks for another great video Michael.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Your welcome Peter. Pleased you enjoyed it.

Do what you like. I own old seikos and enjoy watching. Most people won’t fix them unless it’s a hobbyist doing it.

I did get the same watch on my 18th birthday. loved it so much that I bought the second watch with the white face. Still have them.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Brilliant!

Great video and story, thanks Mike

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Your welcome. Thanks for watching

Nice job. Thanks for taking us along 👍 👍

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

And thank you for watching

LO FELICITO POR LA CLASE DE GENTE QUE ES: RESPONSABLE Y RESPETUOSO, TOTALMENTE CONFIABLE,,,,BUEN TRABAJO,,,,SALUDOS

one of the best best video content i ever seen these days .

@MyRetroWatches

5 ай бұрын

Thank you sir. Perhaps watch my new video on the 100 year old Omega. You will like that one too.

Great work on getting it back in service. Your passion and honesty in this hobby is greatly appreciated.

Thanks for the great video ! What you have learned by hands on experience is commendable .I have enjoyed all your videos and can't wait for the next one. PLease don't let people get you down. You get frustrate beause you care. I am 69 years old and have been in the german car repair business for 45 years. I too get frustrated with some of the comments from people. IGNORE THEM , THEY ARE JUST JEALOUS. Stay focused , I appreciate you rare skill ! Thanks for the great videos Brian , from Baltimore Md

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Brian this is a lovely comment and you are right of course. I know I can't please everyone and do take criticism. All helps to improve.

you proved a point, pro watch makers look down on these Seiko's but to us they are priceless history with sentiment and feelings

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

You could be right but I just don’t get it. I am in business in my day job and have run a small engineering company for 28 years now and would never turn any work down so I don’t see why in watchmaking they do. If someone has the money let them spend it. They are buying your time and skill . I just find it really strange as it’s not the first time I have seen this happen and I pickup the repair refused by a pro.

Great job restoring that watch.

My wife and I enjoy watching all your videos. My wife is getting really good at identifying parts. I like the Seikos. I like working on them. Thank you Mike

Great video, i saw this video randomly popped up on my youtube and saw it completely till 4 am, the reason is because i have the same watch (gray dial) from my father who wore it for 25 years, its been sitting in a drawer for many years

Thank you for putting the effort in doing the video. I enjoyed every bit of it!

Congratulations Mike from Bilbao Spain

I'm praying for you to have a swift recovery from cancer. My aunt was diagnosed in January of this year.

My friend I have a 1979 seiko watch needing an over haul but mainly just a new winding stem. I’m in the United States and don’t mind paying all the shipping to the UK and back to repair my beauty. I also have a few pocket watches needing a hand in coming back to life. If your willing to take on these task please be so kind to shoot me your address or postal so I may start my sending you my first watch, the seiko. I’ll send you as well a cashiers check for what you believe to be a respectable fee and for return post. I sat literally on the loo from start to finish watching your reconstruction of the fireman’s “can’t be done” watch and I must say it was much better than watching McGiver trying to reverse engineer a helicopter or something else in his television shows. You’ve inspired me to again love my collecting of watches wether fine or not and old or new. I honestly could go on for ever thanking you for not allowing the fine art of watch making go down the tubes because of plastic battery operated time pieces from the neighborhood five and dime store. Plainly and bluntly, your awesome. McTony King 4882 Adams Chapel rd. Dearing Georgia USA 30808-2555 706-361-4298 Please have a very blessed day and remember, don’t over wind.😅

Mike, just found your channel. I guess you will be my new watchmaker channel…. I was watching the “Blair Watch Project” channel and Dan Blair will no longer be doing any watch repairs (due to lack of time). My 1975 Seiko Pogue watch was his final repair. I had the watch since 1976 (8th grade graduation gift), and I still wear the watch everyday for the past 47 years. I will be a retired dentist in 4 years time. You have a very nice channel.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the complement and welcome to my hobbyist watchmaking channel. I have resto videos and tutorials with some reviews ( now reviewing watches on another channel) I have a great Pogue video you might like, filmed about 2 years ago. Made it all from spare parts and , dare I say, aftermarket parts. It was one of my grail Seikos (I’m a big seiko collector) but I could not stretch to an original in good condition without any aftermarket. So I made my own and restored all the case finishes. Absolutely love the watch.

Lots of folks loving your content Mike - everything you’re doing is very worth while

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Don. It’s KZread I’m blaming not the people who watch. I believe they are just not recommending the videos for my channel and from what I am hearing many others too.

A wonderful video Keith, and its nice to know you are keeping well... And a Thank You for helping Darren out with his Mum, Dads 18th birthday gift watch, Darren and his mum will be so greatful for your kind and expert help with its nice restoration. Keep well, and Greetings from Australia 👍

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Rob. It’s Mike, Keith is who I repaired a watch for😂 Darren is over the moon right now knowing his watch is repaired.

Sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I hope everything will turn out fine. And excellent job on this watch !

Great video! Really enjoyed the repair and the story behind the watch.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

Great video as always, keep up the good work Mike!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you

Thank you for doing this one! You’ve done something amazing for someone. I really enjoyed watching it . The best things in life can’t be bought, which makes this watch priceless. You got a new sub!

Priceless!

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Art!!!! my good friend. Thanks for your comment sir.

Oh my, I do love it when the amateurs do what the professionals fail at. Good on you Mike. Though I hardly call you an amateur Mike. Another win.

Great vid man dig that crazy green plastic. Nice to see this 6309. It really is the workhorse of Seiko.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Seiko's can't die and this one has gone green too!

Great video as always. If you want to do more Seiko's then do so. I like all watches the same no matter what the brand. Overall a watch is a watch, and the basic stuff is the same. I like Bulova and AS Schild but will watch any watch resto for any brand as we can learn something about each one. This hobby benefits from all of your videos that you do for your favorites, all of the video's that Marshall does with all of his stories as well as a host of other great watch repair channels. I look every day for new videos from one of the 50 plus watch repair channels and yours is at the top of my list. I respect all of your hard work and your time away from your other requirements such as family.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you David. When I started out on YT I think there was Mark from Watch Repair channel and myself. Now there is a new channel it seems every week. I love what Marshall does, he is a lovely guy and his hard work has given him tremendous success on this platform.

Mike, my son was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer at 40 yrs old. Told he had 2 years or so with heavy chemo. He had tumors on his liver and colon. They removed the section from his colon but they couldn't touch the liver tumors. It's been wonderful supporting him and taking him to his appointments and keeping his spirits up. After six months they can no longer see any tumors, no blood markers or tumor markers. That is after a Cat scan and an MRI. We are super excited for the time being and are cautiously optimistic. God bless you with your challenges and we are pulling for you. Oh, and I'm now a subscriber too!

@MyRetroWatches

5 ай бұрын

Really sorry to hear of your son’s diagnosis. 40 is no age for all that and here is me complaining about diagnosis at 49. I am now 16 months post op and all clear.,yes I live with after effects of prostate cancer which is all to do with your man bits which is annoying but I’m here and caught it early. How campaigning all the time on awareness of prostate cancer. Really pleased your son is beating it and let’s hope it stays that way. Life goes on! Thanks for your sub.

@ernestogalindo7895

2 ай бұрын

Research: Black Seed Oil👍It has helped everyone who I know has tried Black Seed Oil as a way to help rid the body of serious health conditions. Ask your physician if it will interact with any other medications. It's totally natural and safe for Adults, children and even pets..I hope you continue to get stronger 👍😊🙏❤️⌚🎸✌️

I recently put my first battery in an old watch and thought why was I paying for it for so long! Your video shows why I'm hesitant to poke around to much around with the mechanics; keen to learn more though and enjoying your vids

Brilliant, on every level. As usual. 👍

What a wonderful job !!! Thanks a lot, make us dream again !!!!

Nice video, as usual Small tip when putting the train wheel bridge: screw in a couple of screws for a couple of turns, so that the bridge does not get nudged out of place.

@hamshackleton

11 ай бұрын

On a knowledgebase of zero, I was going to suggest the same - just enough turns on the screws to hold the bridge in, while you fiddle the wheels into the bearings.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Hi George. Sometimes I do that but usually I’m good with bridge placement and when I’m just using my loupe and stereoscope it’s easy enough. Now I’m learning this new 2d skill of looking forward and not look at my hands thinks appear more clumsy

@sonnymoorehouse1941

11 ай бұрын

@@MyRetroWatches This is your second watch using this microscope? hardly enough time to be used to the new setup. ⌚

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

@@sonnymoorehouse1941 yes. I hopefully can only get better using it

@sonnymoorehouse1941

11 ай бұрын

@@MyRetroWatches Your an inspiration to anyone wanting to learn watchmaking. Thank you for sharing your adventures !!!!!

Im a big seiko fan too!

A fine looking 5, Mike! Great job with the new microscope, looked fantastic from my end

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Dennis. The only drawback is cropping a video clip to get closer as the file is 1080p but not of the highest quality. My man SLR camera records 4k and I can crop the image by 90% and it still crisp.

This was a great video, lovely story to go with. To the owner of this watch, thank you for your service, and your dad and brother for their service. To your mother, thank you sharing your family. Mike its because of your videos i took on the hobby. Your videos have been an inspiration to me as i recovered from many surgeries, I'm itching to get back to work full time and to my bench for this intriguing hobby. Thank you so much Sir.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it I will pass on your thanks to Darren.

Fantastic job, Mike! You have made a really positive difference to somebody's life through your knowledge - what a great reward. Don't be disheartened, you have many faithful subscribers and sometimes KZread channels can take many years to flourish. Looking forward to your next video ...

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thanks, I have been on the platform longer than most other more successful watch repair channels, its 6 years now. Its always been slow and steady but with the distinct crash in numbers it can be a little disheartening. I have a great many subs but only about 10% actually tune in to any new uploads.

I appreciate you for taking on this job and seeing the value of the story behind this watch. It's a terribly sad state of affairs when it appears the others were just taking someones money and not doing the work. I feel you are a good man, a citizen, and a credit to the watch repair community. You have earned a sub, take care.

@MyRetroWatches

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. Sometimes you just feel compelled to help especially when I knew I would get this one going.