How to regulate a mechanical watch - watch repair tutorial

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In this video we are taking a look at the most common method of fine-tuning the regulation of a mechanical watch movement to make it run faster or slower.
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[@IhateYoutube]

I am happy to say that watching your videos and listening to your wonderfully clear speaking, I've been able to pick up tools and work on my own watches. To date I've rebuilt a 47 Elgin Parklor, an 1892 Elgin #6 Pocket Watch, a late 50's Hamilton Electric, my Omega Seamaster and most recently on the workbench is a 50's Benrus Selfwind that I am fixing for a co-worker. Yes your videos are *THAT GOOD!* I recommend your channel to all my watch friends. Keep up the fantastic work Mark!

[@IhateYoutube]

I can't wait to see the fault finding with the timegrapher. I just picked up an MTG1000 timegrapher and I've been going over and regulating my watches with great success in numerous positions but it will be a great to see an explanation of faults that can be found with the timing machine.

[@henrysiegertsz8204]

I'm just a watch enthusiast and proclaim no aptitude for watch repair, but just watching your videos is so absorbing, that I forget time itself! Thanks! So informative, some others have mentioned how clearly you express the topic. Lovely work!

[@LonestarPaul]

Hi there, as a total beginner in the area, I find this VERY useful. The clarity and the neutrality of the tone is priceless. THANK YOU.

[@fstanovich]

I have worked on antique clocks for a few years. But just started on pocket watches quit a difference in size. Your videos are very helpful in all repair methods of pocket watches. This has helped my learning curve to be much shorter. Thanks i will keep watching.

[@sbsb4995]

This is the best explanation on the internet. You are a genius.

[@Warwian]

One of the best channels on KZbin! Many thanks!

[@WatchRepairChannel]

Warwian Very kind of you to say :)

[@8487Pathfinder]

I can't thank you enough for your videos! I started my watch/clock interest as the only guy in my shop,( 4th largest furniture retailer in the U.S.) who could actually figure out how to do "simple" repairs on Howard Miller Grandfather clocks we sold. I then took classes by Howard Miller and quickly advanced to "Expert" on Howard Millers Kienenger movements. Good,durable mass produced movements that are "nearly" idiot proof for the average home owner. But not quite. Wanting to advance my knowledge base,I started fooling around with other movements,the pocket watches. But,I know when to stop! Your videos are THE BEST, for knuckleheads like me. Simple,easily explained,and concise. Not too much info at once. GREAT!!!!!!

[@artl52]

thank you for doing these videos. I am learning so much about watch movements, repair, adjusting, etc. I'm not sure I will ever work on watches myself (I am much better with a hammer and pliers than I am with fine motor movements and minuscule parts) but your videos are helping me understand what is happening with these miniature machines. Well done!

Superlative channel!!! wish were a watchmaker nearer than 2000 km from my home. People just dump any watch, mechanical or quartz. Boxes full with Omega, GP, Movado, Bolaro, Tressa, Orient, Longines, Seiko 6138/39, Citizen Bull Head, Casios, etc. terminated. I saved some from the garbage in great conditions. Cheers from Patagonia, Argentina!!!

[@eclectarama]

Great work again, Mark. These videos are superbly produced and clearly explained.

[@bullwingsc6216]

I just regulated my seiko Skx009 to +2 secs per day from -14 sec per day. Saved myself $50! Love your videos.

[@JulesB-zv9dp]

Mark. Thanks for these superb videos. I have restored a watch that had a twisted hairspring. I followed your advice and it runs perfectly now. 👍

[@moebrahimi7957]

Brilliantly and simply have explained with most clear and balanced voice. Many thanks

[@MxMSuff]

As a newbie to watchmaking and repairing I've leaned a LOT from your videos, Thank you very much Mark.

[@rplicat]

I like the animated movement bit. Did you do that yourself?

[@khinkey]

My interest in watches started about 6-8 months ago so I'm quite new to terminology and known movements/types. I was curious if you have a video on removing different types of watch backs, for maintenance such as regulation, and then reattaching, with regard to how tight the back/screws should be. I've got a few automatics and would like to confidentially be able to regulate them myself starting from removing the back. Thanks. Best channel I've found so far to try and learn about the mechanics of a watch..

[@nacosnacos]

Very professional, always concise and to the point. A real pleasure for any watch enthusiast to follow you in sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@HolyMoley2u]

Thanks for all the Videos. Got my Timegrapher and several junk watches and I'm ready to tackle the projects. Wish me luck!

[@aarsenalfan]

Most knowledgeable channel about watch repair I've seen on KZbin. Big thumbs up 👍

[@ketenangan7]

2020 still no 1 watch repair channel

[@davidallen886]

Hi Mark, just taken up the hobby and these videos and tutorials are a great help. I have several books and just need to keep practicing. thanks again.David

[@bonbrightbd]

Mark, this is going to be a great series of videos. Thanks for putting them together. Great job!

[@umarshariff2329]

I feel fulfilled while watching your videos and it feels very easy to repair as you show with fully closed focused videos great job sir!

[@pierre182]

You have one of the most useful channels on KZbin! You've helped me a lot! Many thanks! :)

[@WillFlyGuitar]

Excellent as ever, Mark - clear, to the point and well photographed.

[@carrieangel275]

I love your videos and your calm voice!

[@MrMechengineer31]

WOW, WOW, WOW, is the first thing that comes to mind for channel, couldn't ask for a more professional & informative video series. Top marks all the way around. Please never stop Mark, your the best. P.S. If you ever want to take on an apprentice, I would more than happy to move across the pond & fill that roll. Cheers!!!...

[@joek2488]

Excellent video. Hope you have the chance to discuss beat error and how to correct this.

[@762wee]

Outstanding information well presented, and with well spoken and clear english language. Simply superior!

[@lucianom3241]

thank you for your comprehensive and clear video. My 1923 Longines pocket watch 18.69N movemet is really running fast 350 sec/d whereas amplitude and beat error meet the specs. Unfortunately with the regulator needle moved all the way left the indication is still 155 sec/day. Who can be the culprit for not be able to regulate the timing because the regulator needle is full scale left. Thank you, luciano

[@yokenspokes]

Mark I really like the "knowledge "vid's you put out. I think it's very important we know the basic more then just taking one a part. Another wonderful video, like always, THANK YOU!!!!!!!

[@leodhasach...]

Great to have proper technical information

[@ClarenceDavis1511]

Thank you for the resolution some your videos. The detail included shows explanation far greater than charts with captions.

[@ianmcfadden5450]

Just starting out in watchmaking, great tutorial video as I have a great deal to learn! Many thanks for such a clear and concise explanation

[@watchartsci]

I just got a new old stock Bovet (sitting in some warehouse since 1940). The regulator is pushed all the way to the S/R side, and my timegrapher indicates about +200. Now that I'm wearing and winding it, will the hairspring stretch enough to slow the rate down or should I try to find a watchmaker who can adjust the hairspring beyond what the regulator can do? This is a wonderful KZbin channel.

[@broadcastyourculpa]

Thank you for this informative video! I have a question. How far along the indexes should I move the regulator in order to affect the speed of a watch that runs 21 minutes too fast per a 24 hour period? If that is dependent on the type of movement, is there any risk of damage by moving the regulator too far? Or am I restricted to keep within the boundaries of letters F and S? Or, is 21 minutes too fast something that goes beyond the regulator and is an indication of a different, perhaps more complicated problem? Keep up the good work!

[@torello137]

Thanks for the perfect clean English! I am still learning! 👍

[@davidf.palmer5818]

An excellent video. You are obviously a professional, and have given a superb explanation of an escapement. Good luck with further videos. I look forward to seeing some more. David P.

[@JDMilleons]

Excellent! Looking forward to more on this topic. Thanks again for your time in putting these together.

[@WatchRepairChannel]

JDMilleons Thank you - it's a pleasure to share.

[@Shri_V]

Very useful video! I have a couple of questions - once we open up a watch to regulate it, how can we ensure that closing it back up does not compromise the rated water resistance? Another question - many watches have two levers instead of a regulating pin - one for timing accuracy and the other for beat error. How do we identify which is which?

[@martinlowe5934]

So nice to hear a clear and concise tutorial thank you.

[@jaakkooksa5374]

I just did this by trial and error on a cheap Vostok automatic, and it is bloody delicate. Move the regulator by 0.1mm, and the beat is off by 20s/24h :-) Many iterations required to get it approximately correct.

[@hb9145]

That's Russian engineering for you. I just regulated my Vostok Amphibia, and was able to reduce the beat error to 0,1. It now runs at -10 a day.

[@Scitzowicz]

Really a pleasure to watch, listen and learn from you brilliant videos Mark

[@markchoate9021]

Excellent video and clearly explained. Thank you.

[@nizamudheenafzarjan7080]

Hi sir I hope your doing well and thanks for this videos. Can you upload the balance wheel de magnetism video please.

[@michaelcurd9238]

I lose track off time! watching your great videos!!! very informative and concise.

[@tonylfc2010]

Hi Mark, I am new to watchmaking and I am working on a agat stopwatch, the regulator is really stiff and I do not want to put too much pressure on it, I would appreciate any advice from you if you've got the time. Great tutorials by the way, thank you

[@briancooper749]

As always very very good information if I was a young man again I would take up your full lessons well done let's have more Brian

[@MrSteve2714740]

Another informative vid buddy. This has got to be the best watch repair channel on the tube you should be very proud of yourself. Fancy servicing my 1999 Brietling Cronomat on a video?, needs the bezel ratchet sorting also as the bezel just turns both ways. Kindest regards Steve. UK.

[@alexharris8500]

You are my go to watch teacher. Fantastic vedios man. Thank you.

[@chrisono7010]

I love these tutorial! Thank you for putting all these together!!

[@corypride]

Thank you for this. I bought a Master Co-Axial Chronometer from Omega but the rate is about 7 seconds fast per day--quite disappointing. I now know it will have to go back to Omega to be regulated.

[@Lex5576]

A very informative video. I only had to push the arrow on my Vostok Amphibia movement to the + side less than half a mm. It's now only 4 seconds fast on the hour by my phone app, which is outstanding time for a Russian automatic. I would try to tweak it more, but I'm afraid I'll slow it down more than 4 seconds.

[@NeoPortaPotty]

Lex5576 really i just got an old molnija pocket watch that losses maybe 5-8 second a day so it's actually pleasantly accurate also nice to have a beater pocket watch i dont mind getting some wear.

[@Eddyguitarist]

Another brilliant video Thanks for taking the time to make these tutorials!!!

[@ssteelwatchrepairs]

Great video Mark, and a superb introduction to this new series, well done mate.

[@nocturnalmayhem0]

your videos have helped me repair the movement in my watch so helpful and easy to follow thank you

[@henryw8324]

I am currently watching and learning, thank you for such a good site clear and concise

[@ricardovilloch7750]

nice video for mechanical watch lovers ...keep on the good work.

[@JulienMPS]

Could you show us witch tool do you use to regulate Rolex, I'm curious to see if we got the same, mine is really a weird one but it's working perfectly. It's an official Rolex tool, and I've made an other one, for coaxial movements for less than one dollar ! ^^ it looks weird, but it' working so well!! I really love watching your videos, even if this is my daily job too and I feel like I'm always working on watches, I love your channel. It's teaching me English translation for all those parts and tools and it's helping me a lot knowing that my big professional dream is to live in the US thanks to this job. A big thank you from France, can't wait to see more!

[@JulienMPS]

Which* not witch haha !

[@bernicekemp953]

Thank you Mark!!!!! This was very clear and explained alot of watch details

[@w2dmw]

Great stuff Mark. Can't get enough. I'm into the old Waltham pocket watches, and I'd like to see heat expansion of the bezel, in order to fit a new replacement glass. Keep it in mind ? Thanks, Don

[@KM-bj4ju]

Im from Iraq and like your Chanel very much its very useful You are wanderful I wish you translate videos to arabic for your followers in arabic countries thank you so very much

[@ParsaTamashekan]

Great video as always, it'll also be nice to see your review of mobile applications for watch regulating.

[@gunnerman1880]

Technically great and informative clear and not too long great work mark.

[@georgeboaru5935]

Thank you! Very professional and great lesson!

[@paulthorpe766]

The best video I have seen on the matter - thanks a lot !

[@ClarenceDavis1511]

Thank you. You presentations are quite palatable. Seiko 5 on the way😄

[@WatchRepairChannel]

Clarence Davis I have been asked in the past on a few occasions to do a Seiko 5 walkthrough. I will put it on the list :)

[@chillwill120]

Watch Repair Channel Awesome!!!! Will you be working on a 7S26 movement?

[@waelgaard]

Thank you so much for your very informative and "easy to understand" videos- Watch Repair Channel RULES!!! Happy new year and greetings from Norway :-)

[@WatchRepairChannel]

Happy new year to you :)

[@mariopalavicine4993]

very good that you giving us very specific information about watches repair, thats amazing. thank you very much. i would like to make a question: i have an old roamer vingray roto44date, und sometimes run normally, and suddenly the hands stops, and when i try to move then i feel like there are stuck, und i must make and effor extra. i am just an aficionate from old watches. thank you very much again.

[@ian1963a]

good clear videos and descriptions

[@niteowl360android]

Really enjoy all your material. Thank you.

[@turtledroid12]

Very thorough information. Thank you sir! I'm looking forward for this series.

[@briancooper749]

Mark 100 yet again wonderful more please Brian

[@scuba453]

Excellent stuff as always...moving the adjustment lever up/down a notch - how many seconds would that translate to?

[@muthukumaransubramani7254]

very informative how I have to adjust the regulator say for example my watch is running 10 mins faster in one day

[@serbanirinel1864]

The same for me, and the regulation simply doesn't affect the time accuracy

[@serbanirinel1864]

What should I do?

[@mikeingeorgia1]

Excellent explanation!

[@scotdoc]

Great video thanks Mark. Can't wait for the next instalment!

[@BarnOwl61]

watching these video's make me loose track of my own time! Very impressing and interesting

[@scuba453]

I 've come across the term "amplitude", how does it relate to beat error and rate accuracy?

[@richardsherwin3259]

Great video. So glad I've found this channel Excellent stuff!

[@quorthy]

Fantastic video! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us. It is greatly appreciated.

[@tonybalm1513]

Wonderful teacher much appreciated.

[@Biblicalgiants]

What if I moved my regulator to full fast just to keep my 120 year old Elgin pocket watch running accurately on time? I know it needs to be serviced but it's just an old watch I bought at a fleamarket for $20. Thanks

[@SantiagoAyoso]

Fantastic video. Thanks

[@TheOranges8]

Great you are back! looking forward to Fridays vid as breakdown/repair my favorite ps, a little light refraction on vid (middle of picture)

[@farouqdajani81]

Thank you Mark ! Really nice material and well explained 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@williamlee6471]

Would you be able to cover the beat error adjustment, and isochonism/stud adjustment? Is it better regulate with the watch fully wind or half way wind?

[@WilliamJPrah]

Glad to see some new videos! I really enjoy them.

[@vicharlow4110]

Excellently done. Particularly liked your graphics and I think you have taken your vid to a new "instructional" level pitched perfectly for tinkerers like me. I am really looking forward to the rest of the series. Cheers, Vic

[@rage8kage]

Hi. Just acquired a seiko 5216a. And theres a extra lever on the regulator arm. What is this for and how to use it thanks!

[@kevinhoward3255]

Hi mark, Great video as usual. My question is how do you know if the balance wheel has weights to adjust or not? I'm sure it's obvious but I'm just learning. Thanks Kevin from Ohio usa.

[@jacc88888]

Extremely well explained - thanks!

[@fiddlerpin]

Hi Great video. I have a Hamilton pocket watch that I need to correct the rate on. I can’t move the slow fast arm. Are they locked on these movements. Thanks

[@hansvandenheuvel895]

Hallo Mark, I like to watch you're video's very much. I've learn a lot.

[@rossspenser8314]

Very good Thank you

[@alvaropinto5712]

Thank you so much for another great and very useful video tutor! Cheers!

[@worldofameiso5491]

Very clear explanation, thank you

[@berryj.greene7090]

I agree that you have helped me enormously. Thank you so very much. Berry G.

[@Boerje69]

Good video, as usual! What does "adjusted in 5 positions(/temperatures)" mean? Is there many adjustment levers for different positions?

[@midwestdetectorist10]

I have a eta 2824-2 movement and i have moved the spring adjustment lever and have tured the screw up by the +/-to slow it down and ir is still running fast. Do i need to keep turning the screw to the - to slow it down more? The watch is a victorinox 241506