Surprises Inside This Vintage Omega Watch Restoration !!!

[@petercampbell3828]

Lovely movement and watch. I like the saying in watchmaking that "if you can see the oil, there is too much". Just watched and enjoyed your chat with Horology Biology. I think that I enjoy my vintage tools as much as my vintage watches.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Peter. I try to look for some vintage tools but they are hard to find

[@brunors1595]

Vintage watches are much more charming than modern watches, they tell a story. I love vintage watches

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

For sure they have more history and character than many modern watches

[@paulsinnott4422]

My wife and I appreciate the variety of the watches you refurbish. They are technological marvels! Many thanks!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Glad to see that somebody is watching it with his or her other half. Great stuff

[@snowflake7850]

The best thing about vintage watches is the fact that some of them are still an innovation today, when I wear a vintage watch I identify with the engineers who designed the various parts, the craftsmen who built them and the watchmakers who over the course years have kept them. Magnificent work as always

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you very much for the nice comment

[@matteofiocchi4963]

The best thing about vintage watches is the fact that each one tells a story by bearing its marks on its case and glass. congratulations on the restoration

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

So true and this is why I don't like to restore a vintage watch to a like new condition because to me it loses its history

[@carloscarvalhido2424]

Excellent work on a vintage Omega. Vintage watches have much more character than the new ones, in my opinion.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

They have a lot more history so it helps in term of character

[@romualdgardes1461]

A beautiful cinematographic narration, that guides the spectator on restoring a vintage watch movement explaining each step and parts. It displays not only the great craftsmanship behind the design and assembly of the watch, but also showcases the important heritage of vintage movements. It is there, where one clearly sees the mechanical evolution towards perfect time keeping whilst creating a piece of art. This is why I like vintage mechanical watches.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Very nicely said

[@Kali_Kali]

Vintage watches are beautiful. These are works of art that are an expression of watchmaking craftsmanship.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

For sure they have some character

[@blue.5058]

My favorite thing about vintage watches is the fact they all have their own charm and identity. Nothing mass produced or manufactured by computers. True artwork.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes they are true art work and witness from a time where product were design and produced by hand and designed to last forever

[@davidrosenzweig2582]

Love the fact that these mechanical watches last for so many decades and still keep exact time. It’s fascinating!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

The beauty of well design and maintained mechanical system

[@paulschumacker9901]

Vintage watches are the perfect combination of art and engineering beauty!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

It is true

[@minobu75]

About vintage mechanical watches, I love the engineering of the mechanisms and aesthetics of old watches.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

It is a good point

[@roryvonbrutt7302]

Being an ex-union projectionist and a current union ironworker, I love tools, assembly and disassembly procedures❗️Old motion picture projectors are Fascinating pieces of machinery just as watches are....everyone is different, unique, and fascinating (as are vintage movie theaters)‼️®™️ thank you for your effort❗️ ☑️☑️

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Rory

[@davidhammond9336]

Amazing how a movement can last for decades. Even when neglected and not working when found, with just cleaning and oiling (usually) they came back to life and will provide years of enjoyment again, for something so complex and intricate.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

That is the beauty of a good mechanical system

[@Jason-fk8sk]

I love vintage watches because you can take something old and broken make it back to almost perfect. Please keep up the great work.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Jason for your support

[@bruceelliott4822]

I find the technology of 70 year old watches fascinating. Still working and accurate after so much time.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

That is the beauty of a well design and manufacture mechanical system

[@411sergey]

Lovely- lovely Omega. It was gold era of watches, and that why I love vintage watches :)

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

For sure it was a nice era with fantastic design, engineering and craftsmanship

[@JasonWilliam]

Thank you for all the hard work and give away! I'm a software engineer in a high tech industry, but there's something magical about vintage mechanical devices that hold my wonder and attention. Great stuff!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Jason. They are definitely cool stuff in an apple watch that I way beyond my knowledge but the vintage watches brings something else

[@dusan.djumic]

I like to bring things back to life. At one point no one knew how to fix my watch and I tried and succeeded. That's when I realized that I had a talent that grew into a love for watches. Greetings from Serbia.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Something special when you fix something that you wear and keep

[@richardarseneault1602]

Omega has many timepieces that are absolutely beautiful, but the pie-pan Constellation is tops. Great work!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you very much!

[@HayesTech]

I love those watches because Longines have a personality of their own. It's a very beautiful watch.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you

[@markusfort7903]

I was not ware about this OMEGA Model vintage Watch- what a wonderful watch- thanks to share this restoration

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sathomasga]

Vintage watch restorations are by far the best thing on KZbin. I love seeing the details of nice movements and I love wearing the results of a good service.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Couldn't agree more!

[@stoic900]

Love vintage watches because of the stories they hold!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

For sure modern watches cannot have that

[@sjurgabriel]

Interesting and informative as always! When I was a child in the -60´s and -70´s I was fascinated with watches - it was like magic that they could tic away without electrisity and I loved to put them to my ear and listen to the delicate sound. Now I am rediscovering the fascination and like the vintage watces better than the new ones :-)

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

There is a charm and often some memories with vintage watches

[@FerSanchezF]

Growing up, my Dad wore mechanical watches, and even, when quartz ones came to the market, my Dad kept his mechanical ones, as we grew, he gave us mechanical ones, manual wind "see-through" cases, and it was mesmerizing looking at the mechanism moving inside the case; that way we (my siblings and I) came to appreciate the ingenuity of mechanical watches and I love how these complex machines exist in such a tiny space. A friend of the family was a watchmaker and he serviced our watches, and it was also a great experience visiting his shop, he had on display the washing machine and some of those machines that test the watches that should work in all directions. I love watchmaking and lately, I would like to learn how to maintain mechanical watches myself.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Great story and thank you for sharing it

[@robertjordan7323]

I love that most vintage watches were built to last.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

For sure they did and it is a great thing as we can still enjoy them today

[@67nearmint]

Another great restoration. Your love for these pieces of wearable art/engineering is shown in the care you take in the work, as well as the attention to detail in the production of these videos. Always look forward to the next.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Kerry. The next one is coming today

[@MrPeteykins]

What I love about vintage mechanical watches is the case design! I love the "nowhere to hide" minimalist approach, and I have a very slender wrist, so big modern watches look terrible on me. That Longines is SWEET.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

It is true that modern watches are much bigger and vintage watches offer a great alternative

[@aspop9491]

Vintage watches are works of art.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes they are

[@nzieses]

Love the character of the pie pan dial. Keep these videos coming.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes that the signature of this model. A great watch

[@SkyBlue-le7cd]

Thanks for another excellent video. It’s amazing how well the movement cleaned up. Omegas are great watches. We are fortunate that vintage watches were made to last and that the obnoxious concept of planned obsolescence didn’t exist back then. Maximum quality was the goal instead of maximum profits.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Well said!

[@rossjackson3670]

The videos are addictive. Your commentary adds so much to the flow. Watch repair hobby just gets better and better.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Ross. Glad you liked it

[@emildan772]

Beautiful peace of machinery. Mechanical watches have a soul

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes they have for sure

[@RalfyCustoms]

For me it is how superbly made each individual part is, remember this was way before CAD and automated manufacturing I'm always amazed by how the combination of skill and design brings beautiful time pieces to life

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

For sure it is amazing when you put yourself back during this period. This is why I love vintage watches

[@holtzman72]

Nice item which got a fantastic service! I like vintage watches for their refined mechanics we can learn a lot from, and for the challenge in getting them back to life.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Couldn't agree more!

[@bigboy9706]

I like watching because you watch restoration dudes are so talented to work with all these pieces inside of a watch and you make it work and put it back together with no problem. I don't think I could ever do it

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

If I can do it a lot of people can. Just need some practice

[@michaelkeats1313]

Another fantastic restoration of a beautiful watch. You are very skilled. 👍

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you so much

[@jamesgastaldo4710]

I am fascinated by these tiny machines on my wrist, the history the manufacturing, all of it.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Great little machines

[@brucebarlow6604]

Perfect another great restoration. Vintage watches have so much character and there are so many gems to be found the vintage chronograph and divers are my favourite. Keep well from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

I love vintage chronograph too

[@sportclay1]

I inherited an Omega Constellation chronometer with a 14K case. The dial is the same pie pan but with numbers @12, 6 and 9. with this same movement in it and it still runs as well as new. The omega movements are beautiful as well as easy to service. I have several other Omegas with different movements and all still run well. Thanks for the video.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

They are great pieces that will last for many generations

[@johnnypoulsen2794]

Great work and I just love seeing your videos, and when you're making vintage omega watches, and bring them back to life.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks Johnny. Glad you liked it

[@CrownRider]

Very nice repair. Thanks. I really like the way you lubricate the main spring with 2 lubricants. Very professional.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Jan

[@pavelpodgoretsky7129]

These watches have beautiful patina and a different feel to them then the modern ones!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

They are watches with history. This is something that a modern watch cannot have

[@jimg8887]

Great channel, I love watching these amazing watches. I love vintage watches, the technology amazes me everytime I think about it.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks for watching!

[@stevefeeney6156]

Excellent work. Thanks for explaining along the way. I’m looking forward to seeing more from you.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks Steve. More videos are coming

[@gpate9528]

You know, looking at a vintage watch is looking back at history. I wear 2 watches from the '70s & 1 from the '80s and each time I put one on, I think about the state of the industry at that time and what I was doing then. I also realize (every time) how much I like the design of vintage watches.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

It is true that they had nice design back then. Even now they bring back these designs on modern watches

[@etienneguyot9069]

Magnifique mouvement, j'admire ta minutie et ta patience !

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Merci Etienne

[@SideWalkAstronomyNetherlands]

I like these watches because they remember me of my youth :)

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

That the charm of vintage watches with all the memories

[@igorbogdanovic1978]

Now they make watches... Vintage pieces are time machines, with a lot of manual labour and thats why I like them.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Some are still making manual labour watches but not the big brands anymore

[@alanmckinnon6791]

There pre-1000 model Omegas are magnificent! I don't know what magic coating Omega used on there parts but here the bridges, base plate and wheels all still look brand new. Another great result!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

This is what I love about the Omega 500 series. They are so robust and nice looking

[@narathzularantheal3602]

To me most vintage watches have a very balanced design and look, low key but still stunning, refined yet practical. I also appreciate the history and engineering behind each individual piece.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Well said!

[@123455214]

Absolutely speechless. You are like a Master watchmaker and every time I enjoy your work. I also like vintage watches because every timepiece that I found take me back in time when it was maked. I have in my collection few nice vintage watches and every time i look at them give me joy. I wish you a lot succes in your master work.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Wow, thank you!

[@123455214]

@@FrenchWatchCollector your very wellcome!

[@johnpinner1]

Great watch part of my collection

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you John

[@Emilmarch]

It cleaned up beautifully 👌.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you 😊

[@Grasm-u6i]

Great channel, love watching experts repairing watches, helps me enormously as I am trying to learn watch repair. Never seems so smooth when I'm doing it, however I seem to spend a good deal of time trying to find the fliers. Please keep them coming, very enlightening and enjoyable.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Graham. Don't worry they will still be coming

[@zonablazer]

The most interesting fact is that so many small parts can last a lifetime and more if properly taken care of

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

That is the beauty of a good mechanical system

[@tiberiuvincze8288]

Hello, what a nice pie pan , I like the colour of the Omega calibers from that era , nice video an a great job! you are lucky!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes I love the color too

[@pantelistsirkinides2832]

Great video! The explanation is professor level to the point. And the watch, a vintage design marvel. Great job once again 👏

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@markadlaon1717]

I've been waiting for this watch to show up in the marketplace but of course with a right price. Hope to wear an omega watch like this.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

It is a nice model

[@francispalmer9737]

Excellent job as usual, I love these old watches being brought back to life. Cheers French

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Glad you like them!

[@adrianbirkett594]

Great video!, Vintage watches were made to last. Not like today where jewelers don't want to spend time replacing movements or anything that will take time to do. Vintage watches are different from the rest. Adrian

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Very true!

[@ovebjrnson3753]

Vintage watches are stylish - many look great on the hand.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

You have a huge variety of vintage watches so there is always one that fit your style

[@ovebjrnson3753]

@@FrenchWatchCollector Exactly.

[@hughbryant1326]

I have only recently come across your channel and I am really enjoying It. Like you I think the movement of older ones are beautiful Thank you for this Masterclass. Hugh. Somerset, U.K.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Welcome on board Hugh

[@valmonta3647]

Another job done great, thank you

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you

[@62smarty]

Wonderful movement and great work! Thanks for sharing!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you for watching

[@62smarty]

@@FrenchWatchCollector I have a Seamaster with 551 movement. Runs like a COSC! A sphhire case back would be great... but then it would be franken...

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

@@62smarty That is the problem with the vintage watches. The calibers are so nice but hidden from the eyes

[@jayblake7005]

Superb what a joy to watch

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks Jay

[@johnvaluk1401]

Thank you for the video. I love the movements in vintage watches. Recently did an Omega with a 563. Must have been serviced by the same person. Could not believe the amount of oil on the movement. Had to use bench paper to soak up the amount of oil. So much oil that it creeped into the dial and turned it black. Totally ruined the dial. More than just patina. Damage. Thanks again.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

That is a shame to damage a dial just because somebody put too much oil.

[@guettoucheyannis8213]

Toujours un plaisir et super instructif ! :) Et pour les montres anciennes, je dirais que j’aime bien le fait de faire continuer à faire vivre ces petites choses fabriquées il y a plusieurs décennies et qui continuent de fonctionner ! :)

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Merci Yannis

[@orvillefindley8117]

Very nice watch and great video 👍🏼

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks

[@juliettegrisoni6471]

It’s always fascinating to see how intricate watch mechanisms are! To answer the question, I’d say that vintage watches represent a time in history, there’s a certain “myth” to them. We collect watches in my family and to wear a watch that stood the test of time and had a history already bears a sentimental significance that no new watch can equal. I look forward to new videos, thank you!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Well said!

[@Martin_Breu]

Hi, great restauration as usual. I did not expect anything else from you. I bought recently my first watchmaking tools and startet getting into the hobby. For me these old timepieces are a statement. In the time of smartwatches and smartphones these things are obsolete, but we still decide to wear them. Its the fascination about something mechanically primitive, yet so hard to work on. And a beaty to watch. Keep the good work up.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Welcome to the club Martin.

[@jatco84]

Have always been fascinated by the intricacies of the watch and of recent, the restoration of some great watches like this Omega. Strange how that spring broke and the part was not found in the movement.. I surmise, the person previously servicing this wasn't very concerned..as with the excessive oil...! Love your workmanship and narrative while working on all your pieces. Keep up the great work. Merci pour le voyages.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks for watching! I don't know what happen with this watch previously but it was not taken care of correctly

[@jatco84]

@@FrenchWatchCollector That..is/was apparent.... Great job..merci

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

You are the winner of the Christmas Giveaway. Please contact me on KZbin or Instagram

[@gordiefrench5342]

Hello sir Love your watch channel and your expert hands bring them back to life.the best watches are the vintage ones. They make your mind wonder who has warn them . They have way more class then new versions. Thank you for doing a great giveaway This longines would be a dream to win

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Good luck for the giveaway

[@karma247ajm]

Great work 👍

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you

[@LPaciencia]

its just amazing, looking at it.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

I agree

[@jeff8341]

Bravo pour cette belle révision, les mouvements Omega anciens sont si beau 🤩

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Je suis tout à fait d'accord Jeff

[@jaymahaffey4133]

Your videos are well explained.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks Jay

[@konstantinavalentina3850]

machanical watches are very addicting. They are so fascinating because of the astounding intricacy, and they are both function and art.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes they are

[@gregcapella5941]

GREAT VIDEO

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thanks Greg

[@martijndewet2661]

Vintage watches have so much character… they don’t make them like that anymore

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

So true that they have a vibe that is different with modern ones

[@ygrbooks]

Great video and very nice work.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@WMIYC]

Not only do most vintage watches have more character than many new pieces, they also tend to work better on my more slender wrist. I’ve given away several that I’ve got running. Who knows what stories they’ve endured.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Yes vintage pieces are generally smaller

[@supergamerbros.1718]

Great video

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you

[@Miikka1]

Aren't they a piece of art, these mechanical watches. It's very respectful whoever keep them in a good care!. About the video, very helpful that tools and oils are listed. Just in case!.😅

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

If you have some questions, don't hesitate to ask

[@johnlegros1586]

I love this watch , why ? first thing is the look of this dial , before opening you know it is exceptional work , but opened it is a beauty ....great maker Omega !! so sad it is not made now...nice video from a good watchlover !!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you so much John

[@anthonycarnevale7691]

Found your channel about a month ago. Very good content and your commentary is great. Keep up the work!

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you Anthony. Glad you like it

[@professorredfox]

I love 500 series omegas. I found a dirty, dusty old one that someone sold for parts. All it needed was a hairspring stud screw. so I cleaned it, and found the screw and it ran beautifully. Went together really easily

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

They are great robust movements

[@professorredfox]

The only issue is that parts can be so darn expensive. I’m working on one now with a broken rotor axle and I don’t want to pay for a new one lol

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

@@professorredfox That is the problem with vintage watches. You can make new parts but you need a lot of expensive tools

[@Thomas_Anderson001]

La maravillosa obra de Gerald Genta. Gracias Master.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Gracias

[@topbuzz2292]

Great video again, keep going loads more ppl are going to subscribe to your channel soon 👍

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Much appreciated

[@IgnacioFernandez-jg6xz]

I just discovered the channel, watched a couple of videos and subscribed. Exceptional work, thank you for posting such high quality videos and perfectly explaining the steps involved. They are very entertaining and educational, I learn a lot with them.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you so much for your subscription. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask

[@Howard-Wolowitz]

I'll love to have that longines, currently the only vintage pieces I have used to belong to my mother, very small case and bracelet, I cannot use them. Crossing fingers to win :)

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Good Luck for the giveaway

[@seorsamaclately4294]

Like the Déesse vintage watches have a timeless design. I've got a GUB Specimatic that's very special in its simplicity (design-wise).

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Thank you

[@RIH_Photography]

Hi great video 🎉 I would love the watch..I am just starting on watch repairs I have a seiko 5 and an old Waltham which I will start with.. please keep up the running explaining as you do your videos as this is a great learning tool 😊

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask

[@whatsstefon]

I’m going to watch this later. However I just wanted to say I’m looking forward to it. I just received a box full of watches from a customer and every watch was dripping with oil. It was the worst I’ve personally experienced in the very limited twelve months I’ve been working.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Don't why but it is not the first timeI see watches with a lot of oil. Not sure if people are trying to fix them by spreading oil in them. Cannot believe a professional would do that

[@SideWalkAstronomyNetherlands]

Bon soire :)

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Goedeavond

[@holzgestalt]

the are making my day 🌻

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

You are making mine when I see somebody who like the video

[@dougkrogh5829]

With vintage watches they are built to a higher standard. Unlike the builds now where parts are meant to be replaced during servicing these have parts meant to last

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

That is true

[@narendravara5134]

I love vintage watches because they're literally a piece of history. One reason why people buy watches from luxury brands is because of their rich history. You have to understand that a brand like Rolex was founded more than a hundred years ago, surviving two world wars several economic depressions. It's one thing to learn off this history and say that's cute but still go for a modern watch but it's a whole another thing to own an actual piece of history. Vintage watches were made in a different time made for and by a different set of people so yes it's pretty much like time travel.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Very nicely said and so true.

[@velviaman3206]

Another good job. Replaced a broken setting lever spring and drenched the movement in oil. Would a professional do this? Perhaps he/she would.

[@FrenchWatchCollector]

Don't know but it was done by somebody