Restoring a WWII Pocket Watch (The Watch That Survived War)

Today we learn a bit about the dirty dozen as I overhaul this 1940s military issued pocket watch by #jaegerlecoultre
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[@clairewright8153]

I support you silent protest and in the silence could hear the pain of all those affected by war. I wonder how many 600’s have died needlessly and how many women and children have died caught in the midst of war. Your calm voice speaks of peace and love and I hope that everyone lives their lives with peace and love. Make that small difference in someone’s life. ❤

[@mccaine1]

In his poem "Epitaphs", Kipling wrote "If any ask why we died, tell them: 'because our fathers lied'." It speaks of the all too common circumstance of the older generations deciding to prove their (self-) righteous position with the blood of their youngsters.

[@Just_a_Plane_motorcycle_rider]

am so glad you decided to talk, your voice brings joy to many people ☺

[@jimmyfleebot]

Couldn't agree more. Your narration is a large part of why I watch your videos.

[@TheH.W.]

same for me, i was almost praying 🙏 'omg' he's got a voice

[@fredfred2363]

Yeah, your previous 'silent protest' video was a tad depressing without your dulcet tones.

[@michaelc3977]

Not really. He sounds like a Muslim, with all the shame associated with it.

[@jefftyzzer]

The high resolution really showcased the beauty of the watch but I come here for your craftsmanship and good humor, which would come through at the lowest res!

[@rogerwhittle2078]

I can only click the thumbs up once, Nekkid, you deserve more. And don't even think about NOT doing a commentary again. Your soft and gentle Brummy accent absolutely nails the information you impart. Yet another thoughtful and honest refurb which, if you had gone too far with aggressive cleaning and new plating, would have spoiled the watch and its history. We are back to you not marking your work, but we've talked before about that. So; 'tara a bit'.

[@fredfred2363]

I'll second that!

[@smiling_eyes7903]

I too believe in many thumbs up where deserved. Our friend is one deserving of many thumbs up plus many words of appreciation for his awesome skills. 😊

[@robertlorosso3063]

Your a good man mate.

[@AlexHristodorescu]

Hey Nekkid this is radium watch out, I will comment only when there is radium on a watch, if you see a comment from me be worried for it is of caution and danger, radium.

[@BobMuk08]

Here in New Malden there has been a small traditional Watch repair guy... an Indian who was always cheerful & helpful,who also had his 'trouble' popping in to see what customers had come in, and then, as time passed, would be called to view what repair was needed. I went in again recently. 'Trouble' served... I asked after our local 'Joe' and was given the sad news of his passing. I expressed my sorrow but was also glad to see Dad's legacy all around him in the hundreds of restored/refurbished watches for sale. The shop continues in its traditional ways I'm glad to say.

[@strawberryfields1149]

Happy ending

[@danmidkiff5416]

Along the lines of war, and who causes them is rightly addressed in a song by Black Sabbath titled War Pigs. Thanx, Joe, for another great video.

[@Js2060]

Hey, glad to see you’re back. I’m a hobbyist and have had much success picking up tips from you and a few others. I’m a US Marine veteran. I was deployed to Somalia in late 1992 and came home “Different.” I applaud your protest to the inhumanity in the world. I saw it firsthand, and it’s ugly. Watchmaking has helped me with PTSD issues I’ve suffered with for a long time. I’m so happy your channel exists. Love ya man!

[@RestorationWatch]

You are a very special person Joe. Thank you so much for your gifts, wisdom and compassionate words you send out into our world which would be so much less without you in it. God bless, Steph.

[@ramarren]

"The Charge of the Light Brigade", a you read it, brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for all that you do, all that you communicate as you work on these mechanisms with sensitivity and caring.

[@dtrinla]

4K is terrific on my big screen. I even had two hopelessly non-mechanical friends, a cat, a dog, along with me entranced all the way through to your perfect recitation of Alareer’s somber beauty.

[@alvaronieto2734]

I came for the watches and I noticed the comedy was a bonus, and now I keep coming for the philosophy. Great content with a great message of humanity and justice.

[@abuniaz]

God bless you. One day this poem too will be used to illustrate the cruelty of oppression. Your subtle references to the struggles of your/our brothers and sisters is powerful.

[@Warriorbox]

4k is wasted on me since I watch you on a rubbish cheap monitor but the quality of all your videos is just great anyway. Thank you for talking. Your work is so fine, calming and proficient. Thank you for sharing a beautiful thing with us.

[@marshgatelaneposse]

Glad you have been able to use that great voice again understanding why you did remember it’s not always the watch it’s your take 👊

[@adelheidsnel5171]

Yes!!!! so glad to hear your voice again! It's important in these times and age to at least speak up. the poems are heartbreakingly poignant whilst the lume really looks like a dog's dinner up close. Peace brother❤💚💛🤎🖤

[@strawberryfields1149]

Your world view matches mine. The last 4 years have revealed the evil behind the veil to all but the most blinkered. . When your grandchildren ask what you did, you can look them and everyone else straight in the eye. Peace be upon us all. ✌️🙏

[@timsampson5229]

Love the poems. What a moving video all round.

[@paulsanderson9309]

So happy to hear your voice again 😀

[@tiptopup602]

Great narrative. Learn something new every time. Or, as in this case, need to go and read that poem myself. 😊

[@nostalgiaflipnfix]

Really upping the production level here! Amazing stuff and a beautiful piece

[@boydsargeant7496]

It’s a lovely thing Joe! Loved the poems and words from the heart. I think everyone is affected by war even if it’s not in your own country, it’s one world. I love your voice overs. Keep all the great work coming! I’m amazed WW2 had pocket watches and wrist watches, I have a lemania APT 1946 with a Tissot 27A movement. Bought as a non worker and now runs great.

[@ryno101]

You really are a treasure. I totally support your silent protest, but like most, much prefer hearing your sentiments. We all appreciate everything you do.

[@honorw4125]

You make me smile, you make me sad, you make me think...Thank you.

[@joekanicki5306]

Great video, restoration and good to hear your voice again. Be well Joe. Peace ☮️

[@FACELOWNER]

Hey hey, your back imparting your pearls of wisdom on your many followers, brilliant, we've all missed your dulcet tones.

[@Nebulax123]

I loved the 4k! As someone who has been to war I will say this. If left to the common man there would never be wars they are too busy trying to make a life for their families. Men with a lust for power and riches start the wars but rarely fight in them, instead they convince young men to fight either for their country or which ever thousand year old fairy tale book they believe in. There is never a good reason to kill, period. J.R.R. Tolkien said it best in The Hobbit “If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world.”

[@StumpkillerCP]

The Macro work was excellent. Very clear and interesting.

[@tomsidaway1568]

Nice to hear you back again Joe

[@economicsandguitarsandsome1722]

It's been a while since I've seen Handala. Good to see him again. All the best.

[@marlenetapia8859]

I stumbled upon your channel and I must say you keep me wanting to watch more of your videos. Your comments are the best part of the video. You've gained a new subscriber.

[@robertcarnochan8888]

The 4K is good, but it's you we're here for. You're a voice of reason and calm in this mad world and I wish you could speak in the halls of power.

[@henktl3580]

Love the mix of social commentary, humour, skill and camera work. Keep it up and I hear what you're saying.

[@darrenfry4695]

Absolutely brilliant! T.y for making these because me and the test of the fam love watching and laughing at this awesome show..cheers

[@jarrodbouziga6118]

Love the 4k video, amazing. I have to say I look forward to watching your content. God bless you and your family. Sending love and good vibes from the USA.

[@robertoservulogarcia1353]

So relaxing,I felt like sleeping on a gentle swinging hammock.

[@SK-xg9rs]

Another great video Sir… Peace

[@pigskinfanboy]

Amazing. Great job and video. Thank you.

[@TodayFreedom]

The informed, thoughtful, and amusing dialogue is half of why I subscribed so long ago. Superb channel. 👍🏻

[@billseymour-jones3224]

Not many videos make me cry. Quietly understated, honest emotion does it everytime. Thank you for putting the world in perspective.

[@MMMMMMMMMM857]

You made my day, thank you! Greetings from the Netherlands!

[@saveac-fcb2567]

I admired you for being a skilled and entertaining watchmaker...now I love you for being a compassionate humanitarian

[@smiling_eyes7903]

As a military mother whose son went off into danger in Afghanistan and came back greatly changed and in need of healing the poem you read has changed for me from my first high school reading... changed to the point of being upset with those in power who send our family members to war for what!?!? I was fortunate, my son came back to me but so many didn't... what hurts one hurts all. So I pray peace prevails in the end and all humankind move in the direction of the need for unity in that regard. ❤🙏❤ Continue as you are with all your lovely expressions in whatever form. 😊

[@Mauleflyer100rv]

Don’t care about 4k, just need your audio. You are the best.

[@blah666]

Thank you sir. Every time I listen to you I learn something. Oh, and I learn something about watches as well... You are a gift.

[@talldave1000]

You are back and you are speaking. We love you for that...well, we love you anyway. Thanks for getting back to us. we've missed you

[@dalestofer4301]

Joe, we have missed your voice, vocal and spiritual. We continue to despair about those things that bring us together only to be driven apart. Blessings my friend. Thank you for sharing your sanity.

[@blairbaker1700]

Thank you, I can't express enough how much I enjoy your videos, God Bless you as well.

[@redcrowtv]

I’m always happy to see that you have posted another video when I open KZbin. And I’m always a bit disappointed when I see that you haven’t. Peace and love.

[@benlabrier3550]

Don’t need 4K. Fantastic video as always

[@tonyjdai]

All the best to you. Mad respect for your unapologetic stance for justice and peace. You are not alone. I stand with you because to do anything else leads to violence, death, and inhumane behavior.

[@russellforrest1730]

Always catches me. Joe, you are an extraordinary human being. As far as I am concerned you could make a peanut butter sandwich in low-res and I would walk over broken glass to to watch it. Speaking, non-speaking, high-res, low-res, priceless timepiece restoration, poetry reading or eating crisps - I'll be there. Always makes my day when I see a new video pop up. A sincere and humble - thank you.

[@Teuchteronabike]

Joe your voice is a large part of my enjoyment of your videos. I'm not a tinkerer I just love watching and listening to you. Time with you goes as if nothing and I always feel better after it. Blessings to you and yours

[@carlosruedagarza4771]

What beautiful work you do. I don't miss your videos. I send you a big hug from a distance from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico.

[@terminal-velocity111]

The Accountants nail lamp is by far the most brilliant purchase. Best wishes from Edinburgh, Scotland.

[@fredfred2363]

Yeah, clear UV cure nail polish is actually just UV cure glue... FYI 😀

[@arnearne12345]

we love your voice mate it's the whole reason i watch your videos in the first place

[@colleenscorfield3505]

Beautiful as usual 4k is spot on and hearing your voice makes it more engaging, like you Charge of the Light Brigade has stuck with me for the way those in power care less about us who serve and more about greed and standing, Peace to all.

[@guyb7005]

Your watches may be valuable, but you and your videos are pure gems!

[@drewdemien481]

Nice ending ponder

[@Neil.intrude.allowed]

I am greatly heartened to hear your voice again. I found the oiling of the pocket watch very helpful. I have several pocket watches waiting for attention. World events just claw at the heart. I am astounded by actions and decisions made to reek havoc on the lives of the helpless and vulnerable. Yet these have such an echo to events of the 1940's; have we learned nothing. Will there be justice - I hope so. Or will the howl of: cry havoc let slip the dogs of war - continue and fade as events in time with no justice.

[@RicoD5]

Thank you for this heartwarming end to my day. I send you love and respect. This watch deserved your love and care to bring it back to glory, while preserving the bumps and bruises that tell its life story.

[@NitroModelsAndComics]

My favorite watchmaker and human being here on KZbin and elsewhere.

[@Golfer-rn7lh]

Thanks Joe for your voice and your sentiment, not to forget your skill

[@yaseen481]

Whenever I watch your videos I feel happy. You are amazing. Thank you very much!

[@microlies]

Thank you again. I’ve had a shite day and watched your video to chill me out and take my mind off “stuff”. So as well as loving the content your poems (well not your poems, you know what I mean) just put my shit day in perspective. Thank you again dude, you make the world a better place. X

[@MrBanzoid]

Thank you for your compassion and humanity Joe. You are a truly worthy representative of mankind.

[@frankschroth4038]

"Are you looking forward going to school again?" , the dad asks " kinda .. " the reply!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 The most diplomatic answer I've ever heard !!! Beautiful restoration!! 4K looks great on my Galaxy S23 Ultra 👍🏻

[@aryonllewellyn]

Hello. I love watching your videos in 4K. Best resolution for watching KZbin videos, IMO. Please keep them coming, if you can.

[@scottski51]

I watch your videos as much for the contemplative thoughts as I do the watchwork. Never disappointed.

[@darcybrawataakaontariostac6835]

What another great video, and thanks for breathing life back to that watch

[@paulwooller4524]

Hey Jo! It’s great to see you back with your totally absorbing content plus it’s a real pleasure to hear you. Great stuff! By the way the 4k viewing is top notch.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇬🇧

[@kimbedworth2991]

It’s true, you have a great voice. Please keep using it. ❤

[@7328971]

I got a gstp with black dial .the Geiger counter screams when its near . I enjoy every single video you make .thank you.

[@metalman4141]

I can’t thank you enough for the joy you bring to my life with your talent and humour 🙏

[@billkath]

Great to hear your voice again, Joe. I am reminded if a scene in the film The Green Mile where John Coffey says the ugliness of people to each other was like glass in his head. We need less ugliness in this world. We change things, one person at a time, starting with ourselves. ❤

[@tortfeaser]

Thanks mate. 1080p is just fine.

[@mbowlin07]

Vogon Poetry there at the end. Love watching your videos. The reassembly is always satisfying!

[@christiananders9675]

Peace, Love and Happiness to all mankind whatever your colour, faith or disposition Love the videos and your commentary!

[@jeffsmith2283]

The 4K looks great. Thanks for taking the trouble.

[@brianingram2068]

The 4k delivered stunning detail on a large display. It is certainly wonderful for those who can take advantage of it. But don't pursue it if it means a barrier to producing videos. It's a great "nice to have" but not a "must have."

[@BigDaddy_MRI]

Love your voice, in explaining, deep in the machine, but during and after, deep in the heart and deeper in the understanding. Thank you for the 4K video. It was truly outstanding. Peace be with you.

[@juleesadventures7925]

Nekkid I could watch and listen to you all day long you are a Master of what you do ❤

[@mknights5618]

I too was impacted by the words of “Charge of the light brigade” as a boy. Thank you for your entertaining content, and for being true to your values and words of love. I will multiply this tea money and donate that to the children of Gaza for something more sustaining. P&L

[@thomashiggins4923]

Your are doing a great job, Nekkid. Thanks, Tom (from France)

[@Gawriify]

i had not heard The Charge of the Light Brigade in AGES !!!! great poem about Crimean War...

[@Pazman333]

Hello Fine Sir! I’ve been subscribed to your channel for several years now and have enjoyed your banter along the journey. You are not only a superb watchmaker, but a true inspiration to me! I always look forward to the thoughts you have to share. I wish only the Best for you and your family. You have my sincere gratitude. 😊

[@federicoprice2687]

Perfect, Joe, as are your watchmaking skills, empathy, narration, poetry reciting and spiritual resonance. Speaking as a military guy with 32 years in, I really appreciate your tact and sensitivity! Gleaming jewels, zero beat error and plenty of amplitude, bravo!! "Handala was born 10 years old and he will always be 10 years old. It was at that age that I left my homeland. When Handala returns, he will still be 10 years old, and then he will start growing up." "He was the arrow of the compass, pointing steadily towards Palestine. Not just Palestine in geographical terms, but Palestine in its humanitarian sense-the symbol of a just cause, whether it is located in Egypt, Vietnam or South Africa." Naji al-Ali

[@mickwilson127]

Aw Joe, what a job and what an episode. Love to you and your family brother.

[@davidsligar4902]

Thank you once more, sir. I always feel better after watching your work and hearing your thoughts.

[@needlessmustard]

That last poem has brought me to tears every time I've heard it. Also a fine bit of work on the watch!

[@jensers11]

1080 is fine. Appreciate your sentiment… while there must be behavior that is universally accepted as evil, equally necessary is to ponder on: Let he who is without sin cast the first stone. Beauty work as always.

[@johnmoorefilm]

4K is superb!

[@petercampbell3828]

Video looks great on my 55" television, but all of your videos look fine. The song, "The Band Played Waltzing Matilda", especially the Mitch Sheehy version, gets me.

[@plunder1956]

The components on this pocket-watch look huge compared to a wrist watch. Even the springs look heavy. Very interesting to see it, some of the metal elements look rough.

[@davecomstock6933]

Dear Sir, it was so very good to hear your voice once more! Thank you and may the Holy and Divine Creator of the Heavens and the Earth Bless you and yours for all time and eternity...Amen.

[@normangarland6558]

I am appreciative of your watch repair skills. Watches have always fascinated me and seeing how easily you can disassemble, clean, lubricate and reassembke is amazing. I must confess that they are only enhanced by your sense of humor. I also always enjoy hearing your future assistant in the background as he strive to be a great apprentice. :)

[@daxhausentraveller8488]

So pleased to see your latest vid pop up in my subscriptions 🎉. Missed that voice and quality watch repair vid . 😊👍

[@smiling_eyes7903]

Great to hear your voice with all the lovely nuances, sharing personal stories/views and chuckles. All of your videos show in detail your awesome craftsmanship, however, your voice/views add another bit of depth to you as a personable man. Although I don't have your skills & talents I enjoy see a highly skilled creative individual who is gifted with awesome interpersonal skills. Blessings to you and your family! ❤🙏❤

[@jcleivaamoros]

Thank you for a beautiful, well hearted video.

[@ia2341]

Fantastic fella with a fantastic channel. So much respect for this guy and his knowledge and of course the commentary. When I first watched the videos I wasn't sold on the humour but over time I feel like I've gotten to know a genuinely sincere and technically proficient gent. I salute you Mr Nekkid 🙏🇵🇸

[@tomturnipseed2541]

Good job, my friend. Let's all elevate those in our world who oppose war........these are our heroes, as no good ever comes from the destruction of innocent people!!😊