You have inspired my brother and myself to become watchmakers. Thank you, Sir. You have truly changed our lives.

@eagleeagle5739

2 жыл бұрын

Shut up

@foo2hp

2 жыл бұрын

@@eagleeagle5739 are you jealous of him?

@eagleeagle5739

2 жыл бұрын

@@foo2hp reason for it?

@muffemod

2 жыл бұрын

@@foo2hp "Shut up" has several different meanings or context in english.

@juaquimgustavo4712

2 жыл бұрын

good for you

I'm so happy I found this channel. I know next to nothing about watches, but that means I learn something new every time. You're an excellent storyteller, keep it up!

@xtremehackeroficial3873

2 жыл бұрын

Nice job... I like you man...

@johngormley2192

2 жыл бұрын

I find watching him do the work relaxing.

@xtremehackeroficial3873

2 жыл бұрын

@@johngormley2192 shure...

@okayokay3860

Жыл бұрын

Yeah he forgot his blonde

My Mom and her 3 brothers gave their mother an Elgin watch for their mother's 50th Wedding Anniversary in October of 1970. My Mom got it in 1984 after her mom passed away. Fast forward and my Mom died in 2018. In 2021, we settled her estate and I asked for the watch. I had it worked on (twice) and gave it to my cousin. The watch is a keepsake from our grandmother and my cousin is highly appreciative of it every day! It looks brand new. The crystal was in perfect shape and it runs perfectly and it is now almost 51 years old.

Wow, that is the exact same movement that is in the Juvenia my father purchased while in the Navy in WWII. When I was young, he'd show me how you could feel the auto-wind mechanism bounce off the springs if you rocked it back and forth in your hand. Guess that was a feature of the bumper movement. Funny thing is, two well respected Seattle watchmakers decided they couldn't take on the job of restoring it to working condition, while a third younger guy you may know took on the task and did a great job of it. Looks as if you, too, aren't afraid of a challenge. Well done and much appreciated.

@Bigrignohio

2 жыл бұрын

Risk vs reward. The older established watchmakers have a reputation to protect. If they accept the job and fail then that is a large risk vs the reward of completing a single job. Plus they are "comfortable" with their position in the industry and the cookie-cutter projects they work on.

Really glad you did this. I have a E Borel Super Autosport with an early bumper movement. I have never worked on a bumper. I'm not as experienced as you are, so having disassembly and assembly, step by step is priceless. Thanks again!

I may have become addicted to watching you repair watches now. Never looked twice at a wrist watch before in my life, but I have watched every vid you've posted and I'm anxiously awaiting the next haha

I thought watchmakers had gone the way of the TV repairman, but I am happy to find watchmakers are alive and well. I have a digital watch that is very accurate and reliable, but mechanical watches have a heartbeat and a soul.

@WristwatchRevival

2 жыл бұрын

Great way to put it, quartz vs mechanical.

love the hyper close up of all the jewels and you working them with your tools!!

Just got my Lord Elgin from 1950 back a week ago, been digging it. Love seeing watches from 1960 and earlier get a second lease on life.

@tyt5216

2 жыл бұрын

They have survived all through these years and still can be used… Incredible. Vintage watches always make me smile when I'm wearing one or even just looking at it.

Voice, delivery, video skill, repair skill. You have an excellent KZread channel sir.

Found your channel on my recommendations and was inspired to give watch making a try and now I have successfully fixed up an old pocket watch. Seeing it start to run and keep time was an awesome experience so for that thank you. keep doing what you’re doing.

Just discovered this channel. I don't know jack about watches, but it's interesting and very soothing to listen to. I watch it before bed almost every night. I'd love to know what kind-of watches you actually wear day to day.

I've read that perlage circles & Geneva stripes are there not just to look nice but also to catch & trap dust & other particles so they don't find their way into the works.

@DutchClawz

2 жыл бұрын

When the watch oils weren’t as advanced as they are now they were placed to keep the oil in place. With the advanced synthetic oils we have today they are useless. They look nice though!

@Inkreptile

2 жыл бұрын

@@DutchClawz those perlage patterns are not anywhere near the oil. The oil is held by the geometry of the bearings be it Ruby or steel back in the day they already had things like epilame or neosurf but as a primitive version probably Also... Usually watches where cleaned whole and just oiled assembled

@pipodorologio1648

2 жыл бұрын

the Geneva stripes were there to make sure the original bridges went on the original watch. As these stripes always differ, you can see if a bridge has been replaced because the lines of the stripe will not match exactly.

@Inkreptile

2 жыл бұрын

@@pipodorologio1648 that's another reason yes, but some movements have bridges that aren't on the same height (usually balance bridges) so these can have a difrent finish and look "wrong"

@OffGridInvestor

2 жыл бұрын

The circles.... I have seen on the bolts of bolt action rifles. In that case I believe that it's to make sure things DON'T mesh so the rifle doesn't get stuck. Keeps that coarse surface profile so things stay seperate and the bolt continues to open freely even under higher power loads.

21:22 "they were born for the air, so you have to be careful" *immediately bumps into the movement * love you man, never change

Marshal…I have listened to you tell us how you started…BUT…your abilities, while learned…revolve around pure natural talent.

It’s been really cool watching you improve. Even little things like picking up pieces of the watch when compared to your first few videos is much better. Absolutely love the channel. Keep it up.

Very impressive!!! that you went above and beyond to make sure the watch kept running. It would of been very disappointing to your friend after all the work you did, if it stopped on him. Plus the problem seemed unfixable, but you fixed it regardless. Watching your videos I am sure if you had failed in that fix, you would of pushed on to remedy the situation to the end. Bravo

Honestly it is so amazing as to how many intricate parts comprise a watch. It's like the parts never end, and they are so tiny!

It is a very nice looking watch. I'm always amazed at how something with such well-defined elements seems to evoke so make esthetic choices that are genuinely striking.

My man Marshall, thanks for being casual, informative, knowledgable, and so much else wrapped in a easy to learn segment and hear the things my watch guy, MAD rabbit, would often say about the spirit of watchmaking. The feels of bringing them to life again and watching its inital heartbeats, knowing you learned to do that. Thank you for being a wonderful teacher. Much love from Minnesota. Watch on!!!

I have been watching these videos one after another for about the past week. I love getting an up close look at what it takes to make a watch run.

Hey Marshall it's so nice to see you enjoying something other than Magic the Gathering. You have such an intriguing voice and your commitment and humbleness to your hobby are awesome. We love and share your enthusiasm and your joy.

Marshall: I think your friend and his family are gonna be HAPPY CAMPERS with the job you did on that watch. Man you got nerves of steel,with those tiny screws.The dial looks killer. GOOD JOB!!!

Marshall and his amazing skill makes for total compulsive watching. Thank you Marshall. No pun intended by the way.

My grandfather (now deceased) specialized in fixing watches besides being a farmer. We have several of his parts and antique watches he worked on. I enjoy watching the process of working on watches. I have a new appreciation for his craft.

You just amaze me how you can remember how to put these watches back together., especially when springs are flying all over. And you call yourself an armature, I cannot stop watching your videos there are so additive. Keep them coming there very interesting to watch. Keep on ticking

@stephenphillip5656

2 жыл бұрын

"amateur"....but we knew what you meant.

I love watching the cleaning machine spin up. It's a such a zen moment.

the clock hands look so filigree. beautiful art of work and beautiful restoration! thx 4 keeping it alive!

I am glad that you have shown the repair of an actual bumper automatic. I own a wrist watch that was my Dads that has an 75 yr old AS 1250 bumper automatic that still runs good for its age. It is 1946 Election G.P . I would definitely trust your workmanship with antique watch movements of any sort.

Excellent video, as always. Your videos got me into watch repair and making and I'm currently working on restoring my first watch ✌️

What Marshall does is truly a work of Love. You have to love doing this or you're not going to last in this business...

great little dial, fascinating movement; all coming together in a piece with real history

Nice work, sir. Good diagnosis and a workable solution. It doesn't have to be perfect, but it certainly revived your friend's grandma's watch. That's the fun of these sorts of project. I have a Leroy watch from my great-grandpa and a dreaded Timex with their "un-serviceable" movements to tackle this summer. Love watching your videos.

You are a fine mechanic. Problem solving skills are the most important. Im thrilled to see that you solved an unfamiliar problem. Thats a top-notch mechanic. Cars or watches, skill is skill! Im impressed.

I love your philosophical ending statement! Thank you very much for sharing all the detailed work, I appreciate the amount of effort you put into this and I learn a lot.

Thank you for all of the wonderful videos. They are both entertaining and serve as a great reference for newbies to the "sport" like me.

Looks super. Your attention to detail is incredible, love a perfectionist.

You didn't fix a watch. You fixed the memory. For a friend. Damn man can you set a better example in life? Cuz your setting the bar high bro.

I have experienced this problem with watches of this vintage running for some time and then stopping. I will try this fix and see if it works on one of my projects. Thanks Marshall for helping us watch enthusiasts resurrect these wonderful heirlooms.

I love your narration of your videos. Your humility shows. After all, what you are doing is enough to humble any sensible person. Mechanical watch movements are truly marvels of mechanical engineering at a macro or sometimes microscopic level. I have dabbled with mechanical movements since I was a kid, but not nearly to your level. I do like fine woodworking though and have built a few guitars. Patience and stubborned determination is certainly a virtue, especially in watchmaking. I am watching and enjoying all of your videos as well as others in the links you provided. Thank you.

Wow just the other day this guy had 385k now hes at 401k way to go Marshall! I still won't ever repair a watch but I love watching these for some reason. Does anyone else do this?

Amazing. The patience involved is beyond me.

I only know the basics, but with ur videos Iam learning new scenarios everytime. Feels like ur with me side by side.. love the way u talk and all the stories.. 👍

Wow, the end result is beautiful. Love the way it came out. I'd be proud to wear that as an heirloom.

Make sure to use a molybdenum grease on the barrel walls that the slip spring slides on. That is a two piece mainspring and the old school slip can be problematic. May be the reason for the low amplitude

Great one! When I was a kid, my Grandfather gave me a watch with that kind of auto-wind. I remember feeling it "bump" when I moved my wrist. I had no idea that is how it worked. That watch is long gone, who knows where. After all I was a kid. Amazing what your memory is able to retrieve when you see something like this. Thanks for the trip back!

@OffGridInvestor

2 жыл бұрын

It's a shame because they're a real collectors piece now. They go for hundreds of bucks each in "as-is" condition.

Came out great, glad that we got to see our friend red stick. Cant wait for the next appearance of canon pinion remover tool :p

Wow! You brought that back to life. Really looks good.

So relaxing to watch and listen, great job. Thank you.

Excellent narration, enjoyable, informative, and what a bonus, the reassuring manner of the Lockpicking Lawyer.

No,Thank you. As a turner machinist, for 45 years, love the machining it takes, to make a watch. Love your fitting, skills, hahaha.

Nice!!! I have never seen a bumper style rotor. Thanks for that. Very interesting. You have worked on some of the strangest pieces, and been very successful in getting them to run. Kudos sir.

Your videos bring back good memories. My grandfather and grandmother ran a clock repair shop from the early 1990s-2010ish, growing up seeing grandmother/fathers coo-coo clocks all the way to wrist watches. Sadly they passed but both worked until they couldnt, refusing to retire basiclly. Thanks for the videos.

this is one of the most beautiful movements ive seen yet. Even that automatic works bridge has a yin-yang shape to it thats stunning

I'd love to see you re-lume the dial numbers! Maybe in a color that matches the vintage wear of the rest of the dial.

Lovely watch that you fixed (stopping) The best shots could be after all the parts are laid out clean. Sir, many thanks

Fascinating....I've watched a few others that work on watches on KZread. I like your style. Learned so much...like Bumper Movement!

Another awesome fix Marshall...thanks for posting. I really like this kind of unique little watch with its bumper winder...

Thanks for your video. Every parts of this caliber looks so charming. The golden pallet fork is cool.

I’ve only just discovered this channel, and now I think it’s my new favourite thing to watch!

Very charming comment at the end.."..what it all comes down to at the end of the day.."...Love ❤️

Never knew those bumper movements even existed! There you go, learned something else from your videos. Thanks!

I have been suffering from a lot of stress lately, I find that your videos are so stress relieving and I'm learning so much, every watch has a story, anyway thanks for your effort 👏👏😃😃😃

@jwood8161

Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have said it better myself. There’s just something about his narrative, it’s always informative and not stuffy.

Just when I think I've seen enough watches, you come up with something new. So nice and shiny after washing.

At 7:00 the cops showed up when they heard that you almost lost the hair sized spring. Either that or you took the tag off your mattress.

That NATO band really matches the dial. Great call!

This channel makes me want to restore watches, but i know I'd go insane keeping track of those tiny parts!

Great color combo between the strap and dial details. Nice!

I learnt something.. Spring bar and lug. Thank you.

Some of the best content on YT -- thank you Marshall!

Love your "Willy Nelson" very layed back vibe. Did miss the barrel spring service, seeing the delicate release and rewinding of the mainspring is most satisying.

Love the channel. Would love to see more of the diagnosis stage when you find some of the issues.

I love the way the straps match the dial!

There is just something about the NATO strap on that watch.... Love it... I hope the family kept it.

The fastest 35-45 minutes online! Great stuff and production quality

Marshall, I am 59 and I am transfixed my entire life with pens, pocket knives and watches. Happy life. The ending to this one with watches are airlooms and can remind you of its owner is exactly correct. I feel like you are one the Bob Ross level. I have the time at the moment to really enjoy youtube and your spot on with your Darma, Karma and Passion. The moment I find a woman who feels the same way about your videos I will get a prenuptial agreement and get married.

Well that's different! Since finding your channel my watchlist on eBay has become literally that. Keep them coming, and god bless.

Lovely restoration but gosh the patience is the key 🔑 I do not possess it so very well done . Thank you.

Really nice vintage bumper and patented too....nice job

I really enjoy your videos. You take great care in your work, unlike whoever serviced the watch previously. It was really beat to hell.

12:30 wooooow incredible shot, beautiful placement, love your work and your videos, greetings from Chile!

Even though I do not have what it takes to work on watches, I enjoy the videos. One thing that I've always wondered is how do you remember which screw goes where?

A discussion of the different kinds of crystal and their features, benefits, and detriments would be interesting.

Wonderful watch that, well done on such a sympathetic restoration bud!

Hey Marshal! It’s amazing to see how fluent you have become with disassembly. The hours you have put in are really starting to show. Especially on an un-familiar movement! As a filmmaker, I have only one suggestion for your top-down Sony A7III.. The macro lens you are using has a deep depth-of-field. You seem to have the aperture of the lens wide open at f2.8. Which will look great, but sometimes, when you zoom in on the footage, the out-of-focus areas seem to be accentuated too much. I would suggest aperture values like f4 - f5. It may dim the scene a bit, but you will get CRISPY focus across the entire view. Closing the aperture like this increases the focus plane, but lets in less light (compensate by increasing ISO). P.s. - this is not a big issue, and not even a flaw. But with your drive to improve, I guess such a small tweak to the camera would help bring out more detail. Just do a little bit of trial and see if it works for you. Cheers and thank you for the continual inspiration from your channel. Cheers!

@HS-qf5of

2 жыл бұрын

That was really lovely feedback. Helpful but not critical. Nice job Srirang Dhawale.

This intro was very energetic, caught me a bit off guard. Loving your channel

This is the first time I have watched a video by you. This is the first time I have felt like I am watching a human being taking a watch apart. I rather enjoy it.

Watching this channel made me realize that I have 4 wristwatches just laying in a drawer, and funny enough not a single one of them work! Time to order up some tools it seems, try my hand at getting em up and running

I’m new to the channel and absolutely love it!!!! Your ethos also reminds me a lot of art conservation since that’s essentially what your doing with watches and I’m so excited to support u Patreon now too :)

Youre being really brave with that radium dial.

I hear Marshall's voice and I know I'm home 🏡

@williambarton4733

Ай бұрын

😂

12:30 What a shoot! Nice! Nato type strap is good, safer choice consider the one lug have some damage.

I love to watch what you hv done. I ve Election grand prix berne 1914 ladies watch 20 micron. Yr explaination about old antique watch how to care for them is very useful. Thanks.

I like, that you did not overrestore the watch!

@OffGridInvestor

2 жыл бұрын

Some are so far done, rechroming and they put a new dial on and ot looks like a new watch. Closer to one of the chinese reproductions.

Great video...beautiful little watch...good job.

I can watch you and the nekkid watchmaker work all day and take notes and photos because this is really like the dream hobbies or career to get into... out of interest what watches do you wear when you service/restore these watches ( do a wrist watch check in your next restoration please)😊⌚🤙

That’s a really cool dial and I love the hands.

Exzellente Arbeit, wie immer,. Eine Freude zu sehen 🌟

Amazing work....im learning loads.

Great repair and video thank you