ASMR Restoration of a broken japanese diving watch - Citizen Promaster automatic NY0040

This time I´m restoring a Citizen Promaster automatic.
It´s a japanese diving watch, waterproof up to 200 metres and powered by the citizen 8203A caliber.
The watch is in a bad condition: The stainless-steel-case is damaged, the glass is not original, glass and bezel are scratched and the movement is not running. As I try to wind-up the movement it winds-down immediately. Seems like an issue on the escapement-wheel.
A tooth and the pivot of the escapement-wheel is broken, i need to replace it. As well as the glass, the glass-gasket, the click-spring, the movement spacer and the bezel. After everything is cleaned, sanded and polished I can restore the brushed surface of the case and re-assemble the movement with some fresh oil. After that, this watch is in an awesome beat (+4 seconds per day) again.
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[@glipabazza9994]

Fantastic. My favourite watch restoration channel. No shallow talk, no annoying music, just craftsmanship and passion in HD.

[@blackturtle9347]

and ASMR

[@Ferien7]

For real

[@zeroyon4562]

@@yuckyskunk2021 Wah wah wah is all I’m reading. Imagine not having KZbin Vanced?

[@Poor_Wayfaring_Stranger]

@@yuckyskunk2021 Jesus that was hard to read word shortcuts are awful.

[@moi7748]

Absolutely

[@benhayman9969]

I had one of these, wore it on 2 Afghanistan tours and it never let me down. I gave it away as a gift to a fellow Soldier. What a superb watch.

[@mikewazowski6161]

Citizen...for me personally the best watch brand in the world...

[@mbond007]

I wish i have this skill and able to fix and restored old watches.i would wear those restored watches while drink coffee and enjoy beautiful scenery.what a moment.

[@baldylocks6]

Don't know why I clicked on this, but am really glad I did. I sat glued to the screen totally fascinated. RESPECT 👏

[@Contact_Info]

Not mad respect?

[@BeckVMH]

baldylocks6... You may have been bitten by the watch bug. Question is, how deep did the venom go?

[@julioramossilva3968]

Didnt see any movement repair, only aseemblying ans disamssemblying

[@KennyVo120]

@@julioramossilva3968 on movements like this, it's a waste of time and money to repair individual damaged components, better to just replace it completely. I understand if that is the point of a restoration channel though.

[@alessi8581]

My man has every single tool known to man.

[@jmr1068204]

Well, they do a lot of watch restoration, so....

[@esvegateban]

Except the one for the spring barrel disassembly/assembly.

[@jaidoua1]

he’s like that guy from toy story

[@Bear-cp9yx]

@@jaidoua1 I love that scene!

[@wuwaaaaa]

@@jaidoua1 lol

[@JuanFarineliFumis]

My grandparents were clockmakers, thanks for your videos, it make me remember them.

[@randombot4524]

As a citizen diver watch collector I found this video quite fascinating and relaxing. I would absolutely have him work on my watches.. The tools are there the precision is there and of course the Passion along with care. very well done.

[@gromit1996]

This was so satisfying to watch. In our throwaway society it is so neat to see the skill, dedication, and yes, tools, to make broken things new again. I would be proud to wear a piece like that, knowing it had been salvaged from the junk pile.

[@penfrenzyasmr4797]

Every time he pulls out a new tool I think "What could this possibly do?" And then he uses it and I'm like "THEY MAKE SOMETHING THAT SPECIFIC?????"

[@panther105]

He never shows the tool he uses to scratch his nose. But I know he has one...

[@sleepyd]

@@panther105 lmao

[@ghosttrapog9180]

Haha I'm thinking the same like they have different tools for every little thing

[@stupidocanerosa]

@@ghosttrapog9180 "Every little tool he's got it's magic" Tell me you were singing along and we are instant friends.

[@rafaelginbokawabe5593]

You've just described my toughts!

[@rawbackmitchell]

I am just amazed by the intricasy of the skill required to do this. I cant watch TV shows and movies anymore. These types of videos and documentaries are where its at. Amazing stuff to watch.

[@Steelmage99]

Manual watches are amazing proof of humanity's ingenuity and knowledge.

[@bettersteps]

That watch looked like it was put through hell. Yet, it didn't show any signs that water made it through to the mechanism. It was bone dry. That says something about the quality of the watch. Glad I own one. It keeps very accurate time. A Citizen Pro-master is the best watch for the money. This proves it. Good job Red Dead.

[@sophieszymeczek4787]

Emjay..right with you on that one. My boyfriend bought a Citizen Divemaster in 1991. Still works perfectly.

[@user-yz1xr1gw5i]

This dude has got some special talent, watch repair is hard and crazy difficult,

[@MSGBlair]

The case, pre restoration, looks like it survived a motorcycle crash. Good job.

[@dalefortner2179]

I worked for Citizen back in the 90s as a sales rep, just as they were starting to get a name. Dive watches put them on the map. I walked into a jewelry store one day, introduced myself and said I am from Citizen Watch Co.......the owner thought I was with some sort of neighborhood watch program. He had yet to hear about the watch co. Good times.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Hilarious 😂

[@OscarOSullivan]

Citizen Diver’s other than Casio G shock’s are the real Frogman’s watch

[@DADDY_DIGI_HOBBIES]

Hey, I just bought a model of the same era as the watch in this video... I would like to know if it has radioactive lume?

[@rowdystrongarm463]

I love your channel, as a watch guy it is painful to see the condition of some of these watches but the precision and detail with which you restore these works of art is absolutely amazing. I don't think non watch people realize just how small some of these parts really are. Keep up the good work.

[@Gorrila_Man92]

This randomly appeared in my feed, but I watched the entire video in awe! I love how you gave new life to this Citizen, it would have been easier to just purchase a new one but you put hours of work and love into this overhaul. Absolutely incredible attention to detail and talent!

[@ayoublkd2609]

The man surely knows how to do his job and shooting at the same time . You've earned my respect

[@Fuzziefeelings]

The bezel magic trick....applause!

[@juliojimenezhbl]

Of all watch restorations channels, yours is the best. No talk, just restoration. What we all want

[@joseluisgarcia4266]

Yes! And thats the reason why its the only one i follow.

[@novellamoores9387]

Whe

[@airshredder7314]

This is why I love wearing a nice traditional analogue watch. So much workmanship goes into them making it worth every cent you pay. Beautiful job btw.

[@sharkgaming4035]

old items can't be thrown away but become our memories, old watches are very high quality, I like vintage watches .. very good item👍🏻

[@shiranduarte]

Kudos for the balls when testing the waterproofness of the watch with the movement fully mounted inside.

[@thorphinnskull-splitter7602]

I'm a simple man. When I see a new video from Red Dead Restoration I 'like' the video first and then I watch it. Liking it first guarantees I won't forget to do it and I know I'm going like it. There is something soothing about watching a professional work. Keep doing what you're doing. Your videos are always a bright spot in my day.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks mate I appreciate that 😊

[@hamzaahmed1578]

Same here captain

[@rkhawpuirimawia9418]

Of all the watch restoration you are the best.

[@davidgarner3275]

Man, this is how a professional makes a video. Just perfectly done.

[@PauloHenrique-hm6xf]

I don't even have words to describe how hard this guy did. Congratulations!!

[@metallicarchaea1820]

Makes me appreciate my own black face Citizen ProMaster NY0040 even more. I love how not only does the one in the video look used but also possibly customized with I'm guessing sapphire glass and white day/date wheels.

[@sparro4032]

My daily wearer for years....and the most accurate automatic i have ever owned. within 2 to 4 seconds fast per day for nearly 6 years now. This one had a very hard life! Well done sir!

[@janw.jensen2490]

A watch like that saved my hand many years ago. I'm wearing it right now.

[@bettersteps]

The Citizen NY0040 is better than the Seiko SKX 007 all day long. Superior in every way. Mine keeps great time too. Amazing automatic watch for such in inexpensive price.

[@jurgengalea7829]

@@janw.jensen2490 how?

[@TheCorrectionist1984]

Is the cost of this type of work worth it? I never thought of citizen as expensive. But i don't know much about watches other than if i was rich I'd buy a tourbillon and stare at it.

[@bettersteps]

@@TheCorrectionist1984 Sometimes fixing a watch is like climbing a mountain.

[@bjoernandersen8287]

OMG this video was great, I had no idea how this restauration was done by professionals. This tells me there is still hope for my 32 year old Citizen Aqualand Promaster diving watch.

[@GuMpAkC]

I have one of these. My dad gave it to me back in the 90's and he'd had it for quite a long time. Can't seem to kill it.

[@waynejrice]

I know it would never be realistic to put this type of work into a watch you can get for $220, (you could just put the whole watch on the flux capacitor) but it is gratifying to see a real tool watch being brought back to life through unbelievable craftsmanship. I think the video affects me so deeply because it's about renewing something that few would see as worth attempting to renew and having a great victory in the renewal.

[@BeckVMH]

10:32 Very cool. Watchmaking is a complicated, learned skill. And so is creating videos with clever editing. Thanks for sharing your time and talents. Such a pleasure and education. 👍🏼

[@RevengeAvenger]

This is the first watch restoration that I actually own. I feel special.

[@rob32002]

actually owned one. Wished I still did looking at this restoration. Simply brilliant film. Love it. The skill and patience and knowledge is beyond most people to undertake this craft. Amazing.

[@gabriel.trainer]

It's not restoration. It's a work of art.

[@johnkeary7893]

i agree doctors get fortunes for drug dealing and here is a true artist and probably earns a pittance at a watch maker/repairer but the intricacy is mind boggling. I am in awe, the only other person who has gave me so much pleasure is Lionel Messi.

[@nightboomers3128]

I agree 100%

[@timschutte6924]

It's fascinating to watch a professional reassemble a repaired watch.

[@1Klus]

Amazing..that one person could know so much accurately..just amazing...

[@DennisVrolijk]

Fantastic job! You created a new NY0040. I personally would have only cleaned it, restored it mechanically, and replaced the glass. And then I would have left it in the rough state it was in. I really love the wabi sabi aesthetics of objects that have suffered and stood the test of time.

[@garethessex]

I appreciate wabi sabi aesthetics too. Maybe just a couple of scratches or dents on the case would have sufficed to satisfy me though.

[@longsilver2646]

why i love to watch your videos. 1. i'm a huge fan of watches 2. i like asmr your channel is the best

[@elpako271]

no music, just natural sounds of tools, I like it.

[@1SaG]

Why am I only now getting this in my feed? ... wake up, YT!! ;) Another highly entertaining "bringing it back from the dead"-video! Although I wonder what it would've looked like restored as shown, but with the original bezel-insert in place. Sort of like a reminder of the years of use and abuse this watch must've gone through.

[@Johnny-sj9sj]

I am wearing the exact same watch and I now have even more respect for it. I’ll have it on my wrist till the second I die, after which my sons will have to fight for it! And on that happy note, thank you for a fascinating presentation! And I’m not really even Asperger’s, but sufficiently so to have personally adjusted my same Citizen to run at 0.4 seconds slow - in 24hrs - for the past six years! So hacking ain’t a problem; I just bring it to a stop once a month to set accurately 🤪🇬🇧 PS: that’s four times more accurate than a Rolex Submariner, and even more so for the Omega Seamaster! And a damn sighr better than COSC chronometer criteria!

[@st7650]

It’s truly amazing how you know where all the parts go back together once the watch is disassembled. Also being able to troubleshoot once the problem is discovered. Great job

[@jkgkjgkijk]

I'll bet even surgeons are impressed by this man's work.... amazing. I do basic watch mods, mostly seiko, as a hobby. I love watching this stuff.

[@wilfredoelias3819]

Wow. Blown away. Watch Craftsmen really are the pinnacle of craftsmanship. Bravo👏

[@jairsiles8535]

My grandfather knowed a lot about this, he worked with Rolex, Omega and Tag Huer watches. He died when i was a child so i cant learn nothing with him, but i really want to learn how to repair this kind of watches.

[@Dustin8224]

One of the most fascinating videos I've ever seen. Never knew what was completely on my wrist till now. Wow, what talent you have.

[@CastrolHondaSP2]

I've had that watch. Cracking bit of kit. Had around ten citizens over the years. Build quality is always exceptional. 👌😎

[@EtoileBrilliant]

It's an all time classic. The new ones have the hackable 8204 movement. I can't help but admire all this work for a watch that can be got off Amazon for 200 bucks. But that is what keeps me glued.

[@heleti0000]

Unbelievable skill - I took one look at all the parts laid out and thought if that was me, I’d be off to buy a new one - no way I could remember where they all fitted together. Respect for your craft Sir👍

[@timma_thy]

The restoration is impressive, but I'm even more impressed that you got your hands on Aron Ralston's watch.

[@damncircle8350]

Damn... How many years of practice is required in order not to get lost in all those tiny details. Insanely cool.

[@cryolead9140]

Ich hätte schon nachm 4. Zahnrad komplett den Faden verloren 😁... Super Arbeit und super interessant zu sehen, wie professionell und akkurat ein Uhrenmacher arbeiten muss!

[@CabanaD]

If it was me doing it I would have been stressing about bending that bezel as it came off. Incredible craftsmanship.

[@notdwaith]

Never realized how beautiful the watch was until the end. Great job!

[@rohitrathi1787]

please don't ever stop making these great dedicated craftsmanship videos! salute.

[@bagzhansadvakassov1093]

Amazing how many watches, electronics, cars etc get thrown in garbage but are totally functional.

[@olenielsen7025]

Awesome job, from broken to as new from the assembly line! The metalwork is outstanding... What a fantastic watch it turn out to be in the end.

[@jacknapier394]

Its one of the best timepieces ever designed!

[@kdguro]

The editing work on this video...and the watch tear down and restoration. Seriously next level stuff. Thank you!

[@garethessex]

Man, that watch was treated roughly! I enjoy watching your workmanship and steady hands. I wish we had someone like you where I live to fix and restore some of my old watches. Love your channel!

[@JoviReacts]

The ads just killed the vibe but loved every second of the restoration

[@NiRvana140]

A combination of professional machines and the right knowledge to use them is definitely a masterpiece👍 Great Job

[@grale78]

As a owner of this Citizen model I will say impressive job. This watch quickly become ny favourite watch. Accuracy of +/- 3 sec is just impressive.

[@tuco2421]

Watching this is better the second time around. Nice watch.

[@r4b3]

Really nice! Like that you not always repair expensive watches. This one was it worth too!

[@1dannn]

What a fantastic job! Thank you for sharing it with us. This is not work, this is ART!

[@robotube7361]

I like how this guy doesnt talk at all. Just keeping things simple and to the point. Thumbs up. Please, if you read this - continue making more videos dude. Saving cheap Seikos even, is kinda therapeutic to me and I believe to many others. How can we help so you can produce more videos?

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks 😉 This is just a hobby. I also need to work on my main job and the process of a watch restoration takes it's time. So unfortunately there is no way to help me out producing videos more often 😕

[@ernaXmeier]

Subscribing is a good start I guess, patreon is another option to directly support youtubers :)

[@RedDeadRestoration]

@@ernaXmeier that's right 😉

[@zeetee3915]

Whats your main job if this is only a hobby? I think I can may be do only a half of your nice work/hobby it is disassamble😀

[@AhuCJ]

@@heroesofhogan233 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@robrob8213]

I usally hate Asmr videos, u got me man

[@TechGuyWiz]

I'll never complain about buying an expensive watch ever again

[@terminusest1759]

I have a Citizen Promaster Automatic with silicon bands and yellow watch backing. Bought it from money I got for My confirmation in 2004. Still Use it to this Day. I dive with it, swim with it, Use it for everything. Still works as the Day I got it. I know it is Not a fancy watch, But it was/is the only "real" watch I have ever owned.

[@PaintedTurtle001]

Good Lord! I didn't know that watches had so many parts, lol. Very impressive work! 👍

[@gsaviourx]

Amazing! So satisfying to watch this watch get restored to its former glory. It’s also so relaxing to watch this! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@jeremypearson6852]

Nice result. Inside was cleaner than I would have expected. I guess it was still keeping the water out.

[@jeannettemorley5872]

If I had that wonderful cleaning machine, everything in the house that fitted in would be sparkling!

[@claptoned0]

We need more professionnals like you: great job! You know your subject inside out 👍

[@affanakela6559]

the first thought that struck my mind was I should stop judging watch makers for charging so much for just a "Watch"! damn the level of detailing, the complexities involved and the craftsmanship

[@nafizrashid5365]

Respect to ur craftsmanship and patience.

[@princeps9637]

I admit to had suffer a little bit at the beginning, thinking that mine could have the same faith. I simply love this watch! if anyone's wondering, the model is NY0040, and it actually exists in many varieties, as for example the NY0085. Definitely a good purchase if you ask me. Sturdy, cheap and well-performing movement fir its price.. An alternative in the past was the old Seiko SKX013 and the SKX007, but since they stopped the production the price doubled making it less appealing. PS Interesting fact about the watch used in the video: it was actually given to the navy soldiers in Italy years ago, without the name "Citizen" but "Marina Militare" written in its place and no red painting on the dial, only white.

[@alessioseminara3254]

Navy soldiers? No they were way way more than that, they were the FIRST navy frog-men, Italian navy create this group back in 1920 to sunk the British royal navy with a a group of immense brave soldier like Teseo Tesei and others who perform legendary war actions destroying many warships without even let the enemy understand where the attack came from with never seen amphibious skills in a war. And today after they helped usa to build their navy seals and trained many sas squad and many others special op group from all nations knocking at their door, they are still the best with 1/100 of the money and equipment that their similar colleagues in usa or gb are granted. Their name is Comsubin, GOI Incursori della Marina militare Italiana:"E fluctibus irruit in hostem".

[@minorityofone1510]

Love this watch too. I have owned this model for 25 years, no longer dive with it, but it is my favourite watch!

[@therodentryresistance95]

Outstanding job, I think I would have left the old bezel to give it a rugged look, keep it up. Cheers from Spain 🇪🇸👍

[@scotty5739]

It would of looked awful with the old bezel

[@timma_thy]

It would look badass.

[@violet-kittychick]

WOW a lefty watch too!! I would not have believed someone telling me that watch could be repaired and restored to almost (if not better) than new but I am pleased it has a new lease on life and someone can get some more out of it hey!!

[@GhostRat__]

Love watching professionals clean and service clocks. I wish I had the steady hands to do this myself but this will do

[@redbarchetta4]

I love this video. This Citizen is one of my favorite divers and it was fascinating to see it taken apart. Thanks.

[@magister61]

Your videos are highly satisfiying to watch

[@theclash181]

Okay but that cleaning basket is bae ;-;

[@brunoqueiros2971]

the whole video is to only hear those gloves and the tools. nice 😉😉

[@psy-boparadox3416]

God damn, what an art! I watched the complete near 18 mins, and was in awe. He had tools even for the smallest propose. Depth and breadth of professionalism here blew me away! My only disappointment was that bezel wasn't repaired (I was hoping that it gets. It would've done it for me) , but again, I couldn't even imagine nuances involved in horological restoration.

[@user-ve8xq1cf5o]

Tremendous amount of patience in this video. Great job.

[@FJT_GOOF]

When you filed the wounds down I literally heard them get shaved away…awesome

[@satishavasthi8906]

What an amazing engineering, workmanship and precise artistry in restoration.

[@victorshackapopulus6078]

I've just bought my third one. One got stolen one I've had for 15 years and I bought another in case they stop making them.

[@wilmarkcui2335]

Perfect! but i dont care

[@milku2481]

@@wilmarkcui2335 damn, why you so rude?

[@wilmarkcui2335]

@@milku2481 Thats what you think so be it.

[@taeseer6492]

@@wilmarkcui2335 you were never required to respond. By letting your opinion be known that you don't care, you're displaying rudeness to certain people. That's just the way it is

[@wilmarkcui2335]

@@taeseer6492 thats what i like you don't care also.

[@garykinmun]

This watch must have some fantastic nostalgic value. This service cost can buy at least 5 new watches.

[@Sar0]

Anyone having a stressful day should watch this video. Soothing

[@learncadadia7832]

The waterproof step was the icing on the cake. Great video RDR.

[@allmxn]

I understand why some watches cost a fair amount of money now! The amount of pieces in watches that you have to take off to get inside the whole thing! Madness

[@Stewieguy34]

Great job Maestro!!! 👍 This is one of my daily watches - great watch, was worn/still is worn by italian navy! Thx for showing and sharing with us this restorage!

[@andyclark1173]

Great stuff. Must be my favourite watch video. The ny0040 ranks high in my collection, and it’s good see this watch in detail. Thank you.

[@pzakp311]

You revived a beautiful tool watch. Outstanding work.

[@persona83]

I could say the thing I love the most in this channel is the subject, or the video quality, or the craftmanship, or the ocasional humor. But what I really love about RDR videos is the silence.

[@ckamina768]

I have no clue what algorithm brought me here but damn am I glad it did!! I find no greater satisfaction that tearing apart something broken and repairing it! Your precision and craftsmanship show throughout the entire video! Extremely entertaining, I just had to subscribe!