I Spent $7,000 On a Broken Version of My Dream Watch

[@srf2112]

This is one very few of what I would describe as a 'high quality' KZbin channel. Your enthusiasm is infectious. The fact that I can watch your videos and understand basically everything about what you're doing is testament to the quality of your articulation and teaching ability. Those are not common traits.

[@midgardlife]

I absolutely agree 😊

[@perdahlgren]

True, I'm not interested in watches at all, but I have been sitting glued to this channel.

[@Marschu77]

@@perdahlgren Same here XD

[@steveh2544]

👍👍

[@chip4039]

He makes lots of mistakes

[@wingracer1614]

I hate to be that guy but as soon as you installed that old mainspring I thought no, that thing needs to go. The reason being is how off center the center twist in the spring was. That's a significant amount of side load being applied to the arbor which is not only bad for wear but also means friction robbing it of power. So even if the spring otherwise still worked fine, it wasn't going to run as good as it should. You'll notice when you put the new spring in, that center twist was pretty much perfectly centered over the hole, allowing the arbor to just drop right in without any side load. On another note, last time you did that chrono, I got really excited because I hoped that meant you were ready to tackle more chronos in the future and here we are. Love this watch. Can''t wait to see you tackle a Daytona and/or Zenith.

[@epluribusunum6622]

If you have ever watched his videos you would have seen multiple restorations where he says that keeping the watch all original is important to him. This includes the main spring.

[@nertho]

I don't think I ever skip or fast forward any of your videos since something might go flying at any time and I don't want to miss it! Look forward to every one of your videos Marshall, thanks for taking the time to make them.

[@jtd8719]

Congratulations, Marshall, on owning your dream - both the watch and being able to service / repair it. Inspirational.

[@davidwells7279]

I’ll be honest, the watches themselves aren’t really my thing, but what keeps me coming back is your passion and drive. Watching you pour so much care and skill into every repair is truly inspiring. It’s not just about the watches-it’s about the artistry and dedication you bring to the process. That’s what makes these videos so captivating. Keep it up

[@hunterd6096]

My favorite restoration video so far - the personal enthusiasm for all you do is great, but this piece really had you excited and it was infectious. Watched the whole way through while working and extremely happy for you! It seems like once again, patience has proved more rewarding than an instant acquisition or achievement!

[@georgepidick9967]

Holy cow $$ I'm amazed what somebody is willing to pay for garage sale item..

[@bullnose01]

Restoring a true horological gem. Outstanding watchmaking virtuosity, Marshall.

[@stephenkotowych8105]

Everytime Marshall pulls out some new tool (like the smoothing broach): "Where does he get those wonderful toys?" Gorgeous watch. Thrilled for you that you've reached this personal mountaintop

[@michaeldimmitt2188]

I always wonder that too. When I saw him holding the mini broach I remembered going to USC School of Dentistry (as a patient not a student) and they would use a similar tool to hand drill out the nerve tissue from the roots of a tooth getting a root canal and a cap. I think I saved one that hit the floor and never got used. Still might be in a toolbox somewhere!

[@netwiseca]

I think we love Heuer for the same reason. I got my first Tag/Heuer nearly 30 years ago, and even though it was quartz, I still felt connected to the brand and its racing heritage. I love that you made this specific video about a watch with such historic significance. I too have been waiting to get a Heuer chronograph, and while I now have a few Tag/Heuer chronographs, and even a Heuer 2000, I still want a classic 60s chrono! Thank you for the gift of this video and the journey you took us through during its attainment, restoration and your obvious bonding with your new watch! Marshall... to you and your family, I wish you a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays!

[@stoundingresults]

Merry Christmas everybody

[@FollowTheJohn]

Happy Festivus

[@valtim22]

Marry Christmas 🎄

[@vamphunt666]

Humbug

[@valtim22]

@ 😂😂

[@Ces1um]

Merry Christmas!

[@MJizzle4shizzle]

A snow storm right in time for the holidays. It’s a Christmas miracle!

[@rztrzt]

Nakatomi Plaza, never forget.

[@thierry2350]

Somehow Im believing he has another video for us 😂hope I’m right 😇🥶

[@MJizzle4shizzle]

@@thierry2350 this guy is awesome. I don’t know why Teddy Baldassarre didn’t invite him to be featured in his latest video about the watch he wore most this year. I wouldn’t know anything about what goes on beneath a dial if it weren’t for this gentleman who could break it down barney style while still making it fresh and entertaining every post

[@reidster87]

Recently, I was visiting a good friend who lives aboard his late-1960s 50 foot wooden cabin cruiser. While admiring the instrumentation in the pilothouse, I noticed a chronograph on a nickel plated base mounted to the bulkhead alongside comms equipment. Upon further examination, it turned out to be a Heuer Monte Carlo circa 1968, original to the construction of the yacht. At first, I thought that it was a handheld chrono that someone modified, but quickly realized that it was sold by Heuer ready to mount to a dashboard or binnacle. It's a lovely example, and while the tritium painted lume no longer glows, the dial has a commanding presence with bold (faded orange/off-white Arabic numerals on black. My friend has never used the chrono during his several years of ownership, but there was still power in the main spring. With a little wind, it timed within a fraction of a second/margin of error to a stopwatch app over the period of an hour. My friend was delighted to learn more about the timepiece and its automotive racing pedigree. I expect it will see a service soon now that he knows what it is.

[@adamruddle6558]

Those are highly desirable especially among classic car circles.

[@rondickson1491]

Marshall, I love the way you narrate your videos. I have learned so much about how watches work. I always look forward to a new revival video. Congrats on getting your dream watch! Merry Christmas from Virginia!!

[@teriibouzu]

49:31 - "I've got all the time I need". Marshall dropping puns and not even acknowledging it. 🤣

[@garetkonigsfeld2]

Nice job. I'm with you on this one. That's a sweet watch. Thanks for taking us along 👍.

[@MrSloika]

The super glue method worked for me every time. It's not rust that's got that case back jammed up, it's the fossilized gasket. The great part about this method is that a hobbyist already has most of the stuff needed on hand. The only specialized thing needed is a case vise. I bought a case vise online for less than $10.

[@nickm2890]

Congrats, dude. Another gorgeous revival. I'm glad you were able to get your hands on this watch. It was a joy seeing you bring it back to life. Seeing it on the time grapher kind of blew my mind. I thought for sure there would be some kind of degradation due to the water, but I was gladly incorrect! I will say you jumped up my stress levels when that mainspring flew out of the barrel, but that's okay! Gorgeous video, man. Well done as always! Wear that watch with pride!

[@ChadWorthman]

The inside of that watch is very much nicer than the outside.

[@justpeachy4938]

Merry Christmas (and/or Happy Holidays), Marshall! Love the channel. Best wishes 🎄

[@christinewhybrow8813]

Have to admit, having seen this watch, even b4 you serviced and fixed it, I WANT ONE! Absolutely gorgeous, best of all the watches you've done!!

[@agorass4206]

Thank You! Marshall, your videos always bring a smile on my face. I watch every video with so much enjoyment and you got me totally in this Hobby... i stardet a few years ago with totally crap gear and upgradet my way up to great tools and it is so much fun. Thank you a lot i wish you a merry xmas and a happy new year. greetings From Germany -Markus

[@chrismack5908]

Hi Marshall! I'm so happy for you to finally, after all these years, to have something special! I felt you excitement! Congratulations and Merry Christmas!

[@jeffreysalzman1497]

Holy balls, when Marshall says something is sort of complicated, that's when you know it is mind bogglingly complicated. Most impressive work.

[@proberts34]

Congratulations, Marshall. And thanks for sharing the restoration of your dream watch with us. I'm very pleased the restoration worked out so well, and you can enjoy your Heuer Carrera for many years to come. Merry Christmas. 😃

[@marks184]

I owned a DECI 45 that I bought in 96 for 300. I gave it to a very good friend after it was serviced. 25 years later he still owns and wears the watch.

[@decoydave]

Well done Marshall. It's always so satisfying when you rebuild something you love and it works! Enjoy for many years to come.

[@kabralbrasil]

Normally I don't like watching watches restoration videos, but this guy keeps the conversation with good stories and hints that I can't skip... Nice content!

[@ColinLennard]

The best part of this channel is that through time you have collected every extra tool needed to over come that particular problem.

[@CharlesThompson-ou7wp]

Marshall, you have captivated the horological KZbin community with your passion and skill! We are so grateful for your contributions! Keep them coming my friend!

[@DarthStyne]

Thank you Marshall! Very glad you shared your journey!

[@wannabe_sailor_777smith6]

Marshall, the way you effortlessly press the hands on is amazing to me. I fiddle with watches myself (not the extent you do) and I have the hardest time pressing the hands on, particularly the seconds and sub register hands. I even bought an expensive tool like yours and at times I will stop a project and put it away because of this. I loved the video though.

[@ragreen2]

So glad that a watch you were so excited to restore for you to keep turned out so well! You both deserve this and worked hard for it☺☺

[@rpsharman]

Congratulations!!! I sure hope that by restoring this watch for your content you get to write off the $7000 purchase on your taxes! Thanks for making these wonderful videos. This watch is a beauty.

[@TRS-Eric]

write it off as an expense for the video! Just don't mention the $2,000 appreciation!

[@chriskennard5920]

'As original as possible, complete with original rust - what an absolute gem and in the hands of a matser. GO MARSHALL! Lots of other watch repair videos I tend to fast forward and skip parts - never your's! Each one is mesmeric - perfect camera action coupled with expert and 'in touch' voice-overs. NICE!

[@markockwell5905]

I've been waiting for you to do a Heuer chronograph. I have a 2 register Carrera that I bought in 1972 and my sons had it serviced for me for Christmas a couple of years ago. I again wear it almost daily. We bought both of out sons Heuer chronographs for their 18th birthdays and our oldest son has a collection of Heuer stop watches and Monte Carlo dash clocks (we are a car rally family). Your channel is a constant delight to watch. Don't lose your enthusiasm!

[@SCBiscuit13]

Congrats on owning this watch. It's so fun to watch someone so genuinely excited about what he does. Enjoy and keep posting!

[@extremelydave]

It's rather crazy to think that Marshall is working his way to ONE MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!!!!! I'd never have thought a watch repair channel would be so popular, but Marshall has a good way of getting you interested and entertained.....go Marshall, GO!!!!

[@marcmalek5956]

Way to go Marshall. Love the channel, been watching for years now. You’ve cost me thousands building out my workbench. Keep up the great work.

[@2140BlackCreek]

A stunning watch brought back to life. Thank you Marshall and wear it proudly. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

[@rvprossjjlrzar]

What an amazing watch! I couldn't stop watching your repair on it, though it was long. A real education on how it all works and fits together. I'm glad the hand you bought to replace the one that broke worked well even if it wasn't the same color as the others. Such a beauty!! Congrats on your dream come true on ownership and it works perfectly! All that ime was so worth it.

[@nickjames205]

I am drooling! Great work, you have really come a long way. From those early videos. You were always talented but this is another level

[@uwerichter]

I'm happy for you that you finally got the watch you wanted! Merry Christmas to everyone.

[@getwhtugiv]

Marshall this is the first time I have heard you loving a watch so much. Congratulations bringing it back to life.

[@chriskola3822]

I've always liked chronographs aesthetically. Seeing one taken apart and restored just adds so much. Beautiful piece.

[@craigborrenpohl1233]

The smile on my face when the superglue trick worked was slightly irrational but I was emotionally invested at that point. Thank you for sharing this repair journey with us.

[@lacroix9407]

Always a genuine, genuine pleasure to watch your videos. It's like sipping good redwine. The only thing is, just for this one, we miss a wristshot. Merry Christmas, Marshall.

[@nickjames205]

6:46 oh no, did the pivot break and somebody glued the hand on just to make it look like everything was okay

[@Daindrais]

Having watched many videos on this channel, I have got accustomed to phrases like 'balance wheel' and 'palette fork'. (My favourite is the fascinating 'escape wheel') and I have come to recognize many of them like old acquaintances. BUT... I have to say this is the most complex watch I have ever seen so far, and as Marshall is disassembling this enigma, I keep seeing parts that are utterly mysterious to me. My world continues to expand.

[@shanagins007]

Thank you for sharing the hobby, glad you were able to accomplish this personal milestone. Wonderful timepiece.

[@ApertureDG]

Just finished working on my ETA7750 Tissot chronograph watch. Thanks to your videos, I was able to get into the hobby pretty quickly. Merry Christmas!

[@ehseahla]

This felt special watching, happy for you Marshall! Wishing you and your loved ones a joyous holiday as well :)

[@walther9161]

What a gorgeous watch!!! I have a 1971 Heuer Carrera 73653N Three sub panda..with a beads of rice bracelet. Never polished or tampered with… it’s my pride and joy watch.. even over and above my sub or seamaster. I Had it serviced by a master watchmaker, now deceased and his son in Miami. They did an amazing job. I am considering having the dial refinished by Kirk Rich. It was poorly done about 20 years ago by someone else. Awesome video! Thanks for posting. Enjoy that beautiful time piece!!!

[@AramcoPhil]

Congratulations on your rebuild, Marshall! I love these aspirational goals that one day you want to own and getting to restore it sure adds to that. Thanks for the great video and merry Christmas!

[@davidmcclain5180]

I am happy for you Marshall: A terrific watch for a guy who worked his way to get what he wanted. I don't repair watches; I repair automobiles but I love your channel. Thank you for your excellent videos. And Merry Christmas to you as well.

[@Mirceabalea]

Marshall, I understand you perfectly. I fell in love with the mechanical watches about 15 years ago when I saw Leonardo di Caprio in an advert for Tag Heuer Carrera chronograph, the one with a pusher with a red stripe on it. I promised myself that one day I will own one. And now I do. I bought myself a Tag Heuer Carrera chronograph with Hauer-02 movement, I've been wearing it for the last 3 years and I still love it like the first day I got it.

[@CarmeAce]

Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you and your family. Loving all your videos, many thanks for sharing them with us.

[@LeeLoader]

I should comment from my official page, too lazy to sign out and sign in.. Greetings from Kawartha, Ontario. I've enjoyed your videos for a few years now. But seeing this, I just had to comment. I'm 51, my oldest brother is 72. When I was about eight years old, I saw this watch in one of my brothers automotive magazines. I was obsess with this watch. I circled it in crayon. I still have that magazine. Fast forward to 1998, I was working in production. On my break, I walked into a high end watch dealer here in Toronto's Yorkville area. There it was the exact watch you're working on. I paced back and forth, pondering. I never ended up eating lunch cause I spent the whole time contemplating should I purchase it. It was quite expensive, in the thousands.. With 10-15 minutes left on my break, I finally, said the hell with it, and I purchased it. To this day, 26 years later, it has never failed me. Cheers!

[@SlapShotRegatta22]

Oddly enough, the 60's Carrera was one of the watches that I too lusted over when I first got into the hobby. I almost picked one up in the late-2000's for $3000. That was a lot of money back then for me but gee wizz, am I regretting that now, ha ha. What a stunning piece. I think we can all confidently say that this is the best vintage watch channel on KZbin. Merry Christmas!

[@pharmacistsdoitoverthecoun5012]

My immediate thought was that the subdial hand was a replacement. It had less patina than the other 2.

[@seayak]

Congratulations. You held me spellbound for the entire duration (over an hour) on this one. That is a beautiful movement and such a handsome watch. What a delight see it restored to full functionality. The level of accuracy you were able to get on the main movement was phenomenal - that must have added considerably to your satisfaction.

[@moboei]

Congratulations on getting your grail, and working your magic on it making it truly yours. Thankyou for sharing this journey

[@matthewakin1235]

Also I dont know about you but I absolutely love working on chronographs. They are intimidating, but once you sit down and actually work on one, and adjust the clutch eccentrics to make it work flawlessly. its so satisfying. I have repaired about 5 now, and am about to start working on a vertical clutch Pierce 130 chronograph. Its so satisfying just watching a chronograph movement do its thing.

[@templarnato]

Congrats on getting your dream watch, Marshall!! I started working on pocket watches based on your suggestion and really appreciate it (although I would warn that so many have broken balance staffs it might not be the best place to start). Watching some of your videos of more complicated watches I think it looks intimidating but I could do it, this watch however is on a whole different level. Really impressive that you have gotten yourself to this stage where you can work on such a beautiful and complex watch.

[@HarosOfStyx]

Well 7k is a lot. But if you can fix it without paying someone else, then it's worth it.

[@andrejhallder1016]

Well, 7K is a lie.

[@thomasneal9291]

What makes you say that?

[@HarosOfStyx]

@@thomasneal9291 you do realize you replied to the wrong person, right?

[@arimadx]

Man, this never stops being interesting! I dont even own a watch but this is one of my favorite channels. Congrats on the watch buddy😁

[@PsionicAudio]

I love your videos Marshall. So nice to see things done right, even with the occasional mistake. (Thanks for showing those too)

[@dinissantiago6729]

For sure a dream watch! Thanks for all the videos this year, Merry Christmas and a Happy New year for you and your friends!

[@vincentvandervaart8019]

I understand why this is your favourite, the moment you took of the back of the case beautiful movement

[@berzerkrobot]

Congrats on seeing your dream through to fruition, and taking millions of viewers along for the ride!

[@danielwoods7325]

So cool to see this full circle moment happen. I actually just treated myself to one of your starter kits from Sutcliffe Hansen, so who knows, maybe in a few years I'll be restoring my own dream watch. Great content as always!

[@stephencagle6363]

Absolutely a beautiful timepiece!! Congratulations 👍

[@spacekadebt1641]

You make the bridge plate/train of wheel assembly look easy. Always fights me for... everything. Great video as always!

[@adelheidsnel5171]

so happy for you! it's a stunner for sure, one of my favorites too

[@nebuchadnezzar6913]

Your commentary skills and watch repair skills are unbelievable respect

[@tonybowers9490]

Glad for you in finding, getting, restoring your working dream watch.

[@JB-xj4ek]

I really appreciate the time it takes for all you share. Thank you.

[@carlbranson4610]

Fantastic job once again. Love to watch your videos. So glad you found the watch off your dreams.

[@OddModlin]

Thanks for sharing this restoration with us. Definitely a special one.

[@KennySouthPark86]

Congrats on getting/fixing your dream watch! Your videos are awesome and that Heuer is beautiful!

[@KGBgringo]

"the pusher pushes on it when you push it" Push it real good!

[@vladislav3]

Enjoyed this thoroughly. Chronographs are the next logical step for me, so this gave me a bit of confidence to tackle one soon. I've worked on a few Soviet track stopwatches to this point and they basically look like larger, simpler versions of this.

[@timheinrichson]

You are the goat of watches! This video is like a blockbuster! Thanks!

[@MH-ev3wr]

Congrats Marshall - I feel like you got CRAZY lucky with this purchase. You could have opened that case back and inside could have been a total frankenwatch movement. That face that it’s the correct movement feels like you should have bought a lotto ticket that day.

[@timedwards8171]

Absolutely fantastic , I have a modern Carrera Calibre 16 Automatic and I’ve always wanted a vintage manual awesome video

[@MarcCyr25]

This video couldn't be more perfectly timed haha. I spent time here and there yesterday looking around online for a vintage Heuer Carrera from this era.

[@JDivider]

I am sooo happy for you! I enjoyed the journey!

[@russmilton4491]

If you're in a hurry, Evaporust works much faster at higher temperatures, you don't need to boil it, just warm it up a bit, 40~50°C is plenty. Combine that with your ultrasonic tank & you can reduce the time taken by an order of magnitude or more 😉 Great video as always, love your content & seeing all the beautiful watches you bring back to life, as well as some amazing back stories.

[@shanemeyer9224]

love you videos, as a watchmaker myself, my favorite way to disassemble is to keep the screw with what ever component i removed together, I also will arrange them in the order I removed them and often take pictures, especially on a movement I am either not very familiar with or I have doubts about.

[@trailcamgeorgia]

I could listen to you all day. Love your channel!!!

[@jaredstephenson6468]

Great job and congratulations on your new watch! What a great Christmas present to yourself! Much deserved.

[@catherineburton195]

As a pilot, what we love is the sort of chronograph that DOES allow resets from the running state as we use the watch to time things like holding patterns where we aim to hold in 5 minutes but don’t need to read the exact time, but restart for the next hold. This is called a flyback chronograph. They tend to be more expensive than sports chronographs. I guess from watching this that they would need to be more strongly made? The only one I know of, for sure, in a wristwatch, is the Breguet Flyback, though they were quite available in a pocket format back when we used mechanical chronographs rather than the electronics of a modern cockpit. Brilliant video, as always.

[@dawidcham]

So happy that, after doing so many favours for other folks, you've given yourself a great christmas present!

[@fuzzy8593]

That thumbnail looks so good to any watch collector :) excited to see the tear down and reassembly.

[@ohger1]

Love your infectious enthusiasm. You must have been like a kid on Christmas waiting for that watch to arrive!

[@paisano4910]

Great work Marshall! Excited for you to wear it. Beautiful movement.

[@BillCraven]

Glad the channel has given you the opportunity to get your dream watch!

[@kevinliu4590]

A big fan of yours for both Magic the Gathering and watches. Keep up the amazing work Marshall!

[@wolfmr6354]

I just realized it was an hour long video… it just flew by… Loved it 🙌🏻

[@robertt9991]

Thanks for your work. It is very relaxing watching the whole video.

[@TPINSC]

I'm so happy for You Marshall. That's a great reward and testament to Your ability.