DIY Mechanical Watch from eBay Parts ETA-2824

[@TheLukemcdaniel]

this isn't DIY, it's just buying a bunch of pre-made components... You might as well have bought one of those clock kits and mounted it to a piece of plywood calling THAT diy...

[@johnzzhu]

So I'd have to make the parts? Try making a watch, even from a kit and get it to change the date window at midnight, and then compare it to a clock kit from a craft store.

[@rawleramsammy9013]

so was he suppose manufacture every component himself ? lmfao bro GTFOH. next time i watch a DIY video ill ensure everything is built from scratch

[@SpudSpudoni]

Gatekeeping what people define a watch build as is some pretty sad stuff.

[@PanzergrauModels]

The carpenter needs to grow his own trees and to mine for nail iron, I suppose! Great job! Interesting choice of mechanism! It looks so much better next to a Seiko NH, but I'll take the latest for such project. It seems a lot simpler with similar performances (I still hate the plastic wheels!). My next project: NH34 3.8 o'clock crown, orange / black combo. Still sourcing parts.

[@OvertravelX]

Wait until you find out how Rolex got their start...

[@michaelking8681]

From one who is just beginning my watch making/modding journey, I really enjoyed your build process. Great pace of the videography, and your straightforward explanatory narration is top notch. Well done!

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you. I had issues with some of other watching making/modding videos of this type; so I decide to make one that addressed the issues I had.

[@designated_hitter_EGA]

@@johnzzhu LOL @TheLukemcdaniel has probably never seen an automatic watch serviced or assembled and he actually thought you were going to do what, build one! LMAO

[@frankagee3157]

It is good to see you back. I have always been interested in watches but my hands are more fitted for a sledge hammer and never have tried it. I envy your skill in this area thanks for the very interesting video. Hope to see you again soon. God Bless, Frank.

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks Frank. You might like to work on an old manual typewriter, they are juat like a watch but the parts are bigger. It's like working on a car but takes way less space and money. I am doing a lot of that lately. @writetorepair is my new typewriter and writing focused channel.

[@Khethatipet]

Wearing a 2824-2 right now, thanks for the peek inside and the app recommendation. Gonna see what the regulation is like. Cool channel, subbed.

[@007kingston]

Thank you for this video. I have been wondering if it was possible to do this myself. Making a watch in a wood working shop! Your shop must be super duper clean.

[@johnzzhu]

@007kingston you're welcome. The shop is not clean enough for watch making. I just keep parts covered w a cup.

[@vivianhenriettamatekoattah7046]

John Zhu??!! Where the hell have you been? Your presence back is highly welcomed!

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks. I've been improving my skills.

[@pigskinfanboy]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video. I like how you explain everything as you go and even include the tough stuff. Maybe one day I’ll give this a try. I just have always been fascinated by old watches and have a few that need some love lol.

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it. It's always nice to know it was helpful or inspiring in some way.

[@Karpe_Deem]

Welcome back dude

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you. It's been awhile.

[@scottlake5280]

That was helpful to see all the steps and the tools. Seems like the putty is perhaps the most important thing next to the vise

[@johnzzhu]

Definitely.

[@generalzugs6017]

Great stuff, as always!

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you.

[@car5car5]

The only reason I have Invicta with Seiko movement is because I found it. But it was not free, I paid $15 for extra strap link. It is automatic watch, but I wear it once a week and it really pisses me of to wind it manually

[@truenorthmuskoka9077]

I just bought parts for my first build. I decided to go with the NH35. I read that its easier to work with as a beginner. I hope I bought the correct parts. The case has the crown at 3.8. I was told the NH35 will work just fine. I purchased a dial with date at 3 o’clock.

[@johnzzhu]

Good luck. Nh35 is a good beginner choice, reasonably priced.

[@Boankofa]

I appreciate this. That's actually exactly what a lot of micro brands are doing but at a much lower price

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks. I don't know of any micro-brands that doesn't charge a lot for a eta-2824 or any eta movement.

[@Wordsnwood]

Wow, intricate!

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks Art.

[@car5car5]

Nice video, very interesting!!! I just need to find Rolex dial...

[@ikust007]

Cheers 🥂

[@Fusion_Woodworking]

Very interesting.

[@orbitdist]

Great video thanks. I’ve literally started to do exactly the same today with a ETA2824-2 movement but ran into issues. I pressed the stem release too hard and the keyless works dislodged the other side so I then had to break apart the other side to fix them and in doing so I’m now struggling to keep the date wheel in place, it’s jumping out of place. What a mare this hobby is. You make it look way too easy.

[@johnzzhu]

@orbitdist not my first rodeo. I started w old pocket watches. Also i make fine furniture, the feel transfers.

[@MRrwmac]

Dang John! Didn’t know you were into the very small mechanical. This watch buikd video is amazing! Thanks. I’m guessing you have the little miniature steam engines also? So how old are your kids now? My granddaughters are 12 and 8. Good to see you! Have a good life!

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks Mac. My sons are all under 10. I don't have a steam engine but I do have a small 100cc engine that my oldest and I are taking apart. I definitely like mechanical things, going to start a typewriter channel, watch mechanisms are too small to film, and too delicate for my equipment to make.

[@blacksmithmods]

I've built a lot of mods with NH36 and NH35 movements but this time I have a ETA 2824-2 on my table. I was wondering about the tiny washer where the hell it would go and does the spacer ring belong between the dial and the movement or between the movement and the caseback. Thanks for making it very clear. :)

[@johnzzhu]

@@blacksmithmods you're welcome.

[@mathematioux3544]

amazing stuff !!

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you.

[@rawleramsammy9013]

Hey i am in love with that case, can you send the link to purchase the case?

[@Yakena1]

Can the date wheel be removed for a no-date watch? Or, can you buy it without a date wheel? Thanks!

[@johnzzhu]

The date wheel can be removed. I believe it comes with a date wheel for eta-2824. There are movements w/o a date wheel. With a date wheel removed, you just have a click in the crown that doesn't do anything.

[@theodoreestienne5492]

​@@johnzzhuYou can also buy a spare part that will prevent the needle to lock in a ghost position

[@lobdsk]

That movement needed to be oiled because they don’t do that at the factory.

[@fatihyaman9710]

Can you give links of parts

[@kenslea826]

Very nice Video. I am about to try my hand at this. I just ordered a kit for DIY Watch Club. What is the name of the accuracy meter that you used at the end?

[@johnzzhu]

Watch accuracy meter

[@ivanfreely6366]

Nicely done. I've been thinking about doing the same. Is the installation of the PT5000 identical to the ETA 2824?

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks. Should be.

[@Himars_Oclock]

What size is that dial?

[@Karpe_Deem]

where did you go man

[@johnzzhu]

@Karpe_Deem still around. Just busy w life events and finishing my murder mystery novel.

[@thoperSought]

this is super interesting, but every time you tighten something, push on something, or pull on something, it makes me super tense

[@johnzzhu]

Exactly how I felt. The concern of bending something was very real.

[@thoperSought]

@@johnzzhu I bet! the result looks great, btw

[@tommackenzie231]

Great build mate! Just wondering how thick the watch is - before I make one myself.

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you. It is ~12 mm thick. It definitely sits well on the wrist.

[@SJA962]

Awesome

[@johnzzhu]

Thank you.

[@arjunjayaraman3043]

Could you list the tools that would be needed, I know the parts but what tools are required?

[@johnzzhu]

any basic watch making tool kit is sufficient.

[@Foreverajohn]

what would be the difference with a dive watch case in terms of fitting the stem?

[@johnzzhu]

All dives should have a screw down crown. So I think they are the same as this one. Just a bit at a time until the fit is right.

[@Gmaaa]

Whats name app?

[@jinseong88]

how did you know what my other favorite hobby was

[@johnzzhu]

You and I just happen to like intricate mechanical things. I've made a typewriter focused channel, I think you might like that too. It's just like a watch, but much easier to film.

[@LCMNUNES1962]

GOSTEI do ESTILO 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 🇧🇷

[@johnzzhu]

Thanks.

[@car5car5]

I guess you spent about $100 at least...