Seiko 6309 Rebuild - Calendar Works (5000 sub Giveaway)

[@MyRetroWatches]

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[@davidhiggs5589]

After watching your videos for quite some time i thought that its time for me to have a go..!!...after slowy buying some tools and oils...and watching these 6309 videos over and over ..i gave it a go....i had a diafix jewel ping across my bench...i could of cryed but it was only six inches away..!!...took me several attempts to get the mainspring back in as the balance also did...but seeing the balance work for the first time was magical....now for the keyless works and calender side....thanks again for these videos...couldnt have done without them..!!

[@MyRetroWatches]

This is wonderful news David and reading posts like this make it worth the effort to make these videos. Flying parts are all part of the frustration! I am addicted to that feeling you get when the watch runs again... Well done.

[@alanburns9665]

Just followed this step by step to service my first 6309. Fantastic step through guide. I have learnt so much from this page and the Facebook page - thank you

[@MyRetroWatches]

Great to here this, thank you sir.

[@model-x1698]

Just finished rebuilding a 6309 following your channel..and it works !!! Thank you

[@MyRetroWatches]

Fantastic. Really pleased my videos helped you out.

[@kermitefrog64]

At 8:35 you express you should look like you know what you are doing. LOL Yes, you do know what you are doing. I wasted 30 minutes yesterday 7/18/2024 trying to locate the spring pin that keeps the bracelet attached to the casing of the watch. I find these videos fascinating and I am learning. Thank you for sharing.

[@jackpurcell274]

Ok, feed back that was absolutely amazing , I have no clue how you got so good at this, but I could watch you all day.

[@MyRetroWatches]

wow, this is great feedback. Thank you so much for your kind words. I think it is just practice and a determination not to be beaten that has got me to where I am so far.

[@glennpowell3444]

Under magnification that clutch is a thing of beauty! Cheers.

[@glennpowell3444]

PS ,that little screw that gave you a bit of trouble if me ( as much as I tinker with most things mechanical) would have at that point been hurled across the room and would be using unthinkable expletives to anyone within 100 yards of me! You have steadier hands and a lot of patience!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you so much . I’ve got angry and frustrated before but never thrown the watch in anger! I usually just swear considerably

[@gedmcgaffin1255]

Nothing wrong with a little bit of advertising. Well done.

[@greentechnologyideas8904]

Thank you sir for showing your work here its amazing. I managed to restore my grandpa’s 60 year old timepiece which is truly meaningful to me.

[@Ammar.D]

you're the most informative watch related channel on KZbin I am learning soooo much from you THANK YOU.

[@MyRetroWatches]

wow that is a bold statement indeed, I am not sure I am the most informative but I will happily take your compliment. The main point I want to get across in my videos is that anyone can try this and watching a video on how to do it can be really helpful.

[@Ammar.D]

@@MyRetroWatches trust me Michael I really do mean it, I have been looking for educational videos on watches for a while and there are alot of good channels but the amount of details and information you provide is on another level.

[@MyRetroWatches]

@@Ammar.D well thank you sir. This is nice to hear and comments like this inspire me to produce more content for the good of the hobby.

[@davidhammond9336]

Thanks Mike love your work. If it wasn’t for these videos I would not have given servicing a go. Now I am even more fascinated with these machines.

[@MyRetroWatches]

This is really good to hear David, it seems you are about to fall down the rabbit hole! it can be challenging and frustrating but its rewarding and addictive!

[@alansyers8945]

Always loved watches but came across your videos about 2 weeks ago and now I’ve got the bug, ordered a lot of basic stuff I think I might need to service a watch. Just bought an unserviced Seiko 6309 via eBay from India, I realise it will take an age to arrive but I’m in no rush, will have a play with the equipment first. Will keep you informed on how I get on. By the way the wife thinks I’m a nutter. Thanks Mike for inspiring a 61 year old with not too steady hands.

[@MyRetroWatches]

This is great news, well done Alan and good luck. The Indian watches are a good place to start however they are usually repainted dials and sometimes the movement inside is not the correct Seiko movement. Dont let that put you off though as a starting point its great as you will learn allot from that one watch alone. Good luck.

[@philoconnor3716]

Nice bit of work man. You are doing great for a novice likte me. This craftof ours is a continuous learning curve. Thanks for your effort with shaing what you know with us. Cheers. Phil O. Sydney Australia.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Phil O'Connor thanks Phil appreciate your comment . It certainly is a learning curve and I’m hardly at the first corner yet..

[@keithmclean3627]

Saved me again Mike, couldn't figure out the date jumper! Cheers😁

[@MyRetroWatches]

Most welcome

[@yournway]

For an amateur I think you are doing very very well. Two and a half years only? That fills me up with confidence to start disassembling my collection and get them up to working order and beautiful. I probably have a couple of video tips that I could give you, but I'll do that offline. As far as watch repairs go, don't beat yourself down for being an amateur, I personally think you are doing a great job. Thanks for taking the time to do these videos. Carry on the good work.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Alberto dos Santos hello sir. This is a very nice comment so thank you for that. Picking up tools and having a go to repair is very rewarding and for me has become more the hobby than the original hobby of collecting watches. My collection is now a byproduct of my hobby ... Any tips on videos / editing or sound would be really appreciated

[@yournway]

@@MyRetroWatches Michael, I have emailed you to My Retro Watches.

[@dodgydruid]

Been thoroughly enjoying this one, was sitting here regulating a overfast Vostok Komandirskie watching as you go through the steps, I have yet to own either an automatic or a Seiko mechanical, I am such a beginner to all of this but like my languages, I plod along chipping away at it day by day. Six weeks ago I couldn't fit second hands and now do so like a champ so baby steps forward and being educated by such as your vids help immensely :D

[@dodgydruid]

OK I now have an automatic, found one of them Jaragar Breitling "homage" but I like supermassive watches and it does have working sub dials and less than £15 for so much bling :D

[@MyRetroWatches]

HI Ian, sounds like you are progressing nicely so keep at it and you will just get more and more confident. I am glad you are tuning into the channel and hopefully learning a few tips.

[@BillMrWild]

Thank's Mike for the tip for the Black Oiler in your last video, so i brought one and its a lot finer and works perfectly, enjoyed this video, thanks for posting.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Hi Bill thanks. your welcome on the black oiler. Its the only one I use other than a green one for barrel grease.

[@Bearcwy]

I use Moebuis 9501, also on for friction wheel/ keyless works/ winding pinion and clutch wheel/winding steam/ yoke spring/ yoke/ calendar wheel/ calendar jumper. I use D5 for barrel arbor/ setting leaver screw/ barrel arbor bearing/click assembly/ crown wheel shim/ setting wheel. That's just what I've been told to use.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Bearcwy this is good information thanks. I am considering the Moebius 9501 Stuff is more expensive than gold!

[@Bearcwy]

@@MyRetroWatches Yes it is but you don't use much of it when servicing a watch. I mainly service vintage pocket watches. The couple of wrist watches I've serviced were simpler watches than the Seiko you are servicing.

[@Bearcwy]

@@MyRetroWatches I did some research and found another grease for the keyless works It's not nearly as expensive but it's not Moebuis and I haven't tried it. It's PML Stem Grease. You can check it out here: www.tztoolshop.com/FB_Catalog_Oils_Lubricants.html

[@a.aguilar]

Thank you, I've learned so much from you. About grease for the keyless works, I don't use grease there, but I think 8200 can be used safely.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you for your support as always. I have 8200 and only use it on mainsprings but yes it would do I guess. Someone else has commented with the correct greases (Milton) so its giving me food for thought.

[@Inkreptile]

Eating breakfast now 😀 great video !! Really enjoyed it

[@MyRetroWatches]

haha, Calm before the storm then. Hope you enjoyed your breakfast and perhaps the video also .

[@jone492]

This video was perfect way to start my day. Keep up the great work.

[@MyRetroWatches]

haha thanks, Watch repair over breakfast!

[@Do_all_self]

Massively helpful video!

[@adrianbirkett594]

What a video!!, so detailed! Thanks so much Mike. I hate keyless works in general, i always make mistakes!😭. Lots of photos needed!. This video a great help to me, i know it's understanding what parts do and why their in certain areas etc is a huge help. The micro scope is brilliant and thanks for going to the trouble from bench to micro for our benefit , no one else does that!. 👍. I have used a general watch grease for high friction areas. Really enjoyed this video!, i have watched it twice!!. Well done. Adrian

[@MyRetroWatches]

Adrian Birkett watched it twice Adrian?!?! Wow dedicated . Really glad your getting something out of these videos! Ps got your mail , just behind of replying.

[@ianmargetts4940]

Yet another coolio vid MB, great interesting watching! Tv who needs it!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Ian Margetts nice one mate . Thanks as always

[@Ryan-jr2cv]

Great video buddy. Wish I had your skills. Good luck with the channel.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank Ryan

[@frankschroth4038]

As always a great video!!! Very informative, thanks

[@MyRetroWatches]

Frank Schroth thank you

[@RichardT2112]

Well above my skillset - yet thoroughly enjoyed it! Cheers

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you, really happy this video has been received well. I still think I am talking to myself most of the time when filming which is an odd feeling!

[@RichardT2112]

My Retro Watches as I say, I talk to myself as it is the only reasonable conversation I can find! ;)

[@MyRetroWatches]

Richard T 😂😂😂

[@bondoff]

WTG Mike! Something new I've just learned from you. The C-clip for the day disk must be assembled chamfer side facing down. Greetings! Anton Bondov

[@MyRetroWatches]

Антон Бондов Anton hello! Thanks for watching . Happy you came away knowing something new!

[@diegodavidreyes8424]

Again another excelent video, i really enjoy them specially after a long work day. Hope you got chance to film the reluming of the hand because its been a while i been looking to learn about it, also it would be awesome if you could show us how to straighten up the crown tube. Thanks for all the time you invest on this videos.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you for your feedback sir. I am glad you are enjoying the videos. Okay hand looming, I have a video on this already but have already decided to include this in the dial video. The feedback I am getting on this series is that you all want to see as much as possible so this is what I will try to do. As for the crown straightening we will see. This will include brute force and perhaps some not so nice language! I may need to also see if I can obtain a replacement just in case.

[@olejohanpalsrud6896]

Great video, allways interesting to se your videoes that are very informative.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you as always Ole.

[@MelvynPettit]

Hi, enjoy your videos. You asked about Winding Mechanism grease. I use the Swiis made Novostar oils (From CousinsUK) They do a Winding Mechanism grease and Barrel grease, which I have found excellent. Plus you can download a chart for all there oils and there uses.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Melvyn Pettit thank you for watching my channel and the tip on the grease. Seems many comments suggest different ones which is what I expected really ! We all use what we find best

[@gonshocks]

I enjoy watching your videos, I find them fascinating. Makes me appreciate the intricacy of my auto watches.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you for your support. I am glad you enjoyed this video and it gives you an appreciation for your Autos.

[@JonTheComputerDoctor]

Molycote DX Grease.

[@andrewk.3902]

Really enjoy your videos, I was wondering where you got your movement holder it seams like it’s very stable. Keep up the great work. I’ve visited your store and found a couple items I’m planning on purchasing soon. Thank you again, Andrew

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you for your feedback and support , plus a visit to my site! as for the movement holder, many are asking the same question recently. It is called a Pioneer (British Made) but its "vintage" I do see them on ebay when I look so if you are interested then set a saved search in ebay for them and hopefully one pops up soon.

[@miltonallen9480]

Another awesome video, as for keyless works grease, molycote DX, Mobius 9501 or Seiko S-6

[@MyRetroWatches]

Thank you kindly Milton, I have already looked up the Moebius grease Cousins want an unbelievable £48.00 plus post.... Need to sell a watch or two...

[@miltonallen9480]

@@MyRetroWatches cousins has the Seiko S-6 for £12.95, Esslinger has the molycote DX for US 24.95

[@miltonallen9480]

@@MyRetroWatches Cousins also has the molycote DX 50g tubes for £8.95

[@MyRetroWatches]

@@miltonallen9480 Interesting thanks , On cousins now and I can find S6 but at £16.95 + vat... I will keep looking perhaps I am missing something.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Milton Allen which in your opinion is best?

[@TheGelatinousSnake]

Beautiful

[@shaneellasdaicastrestorati3675]

I have no idea how you do it, I'm looking forward to the case resto but I'm enjoying the whole play list

[@MyRetroWatches]

rc-nut 1 thanks

[@Supercruze]

Mike - I have been using Moebius 9104 synthetic on most of the keyless works. In some instances of high friction areas like the setting lever, I may use Molykote grease. Not saying this is right or wrong, just what I use.

[@MyRetroWatches]

Supercruze thanks pal

[@xipishi]

thanks master

[@bobbaleno4894]

I would love to own that watch. for an "amature you are talented"

[@a.aguilar]

It would be great if we can see how you try to straighten the stem/crown, I've seen this problem quite often, in fact I have one or two crowns like that right now, and I'm afraid I could break them if I try to fix them.

[@MyRetroWatches]

I might have a go but I have also already found a new old stock replacement for £4 ! it would be a pin vice and a pair of pliers most likely.

[@sailinbob11]

I've got a Seiko turtle 6309-7049, 1984 that was my 1st Christmas present from my wife. I lost the bezel, diving in Key West 10 years ago. I think i found the bezel, I also think that i found the little bearings, but i can't find, or haven't found, the metal ring? Spring ?, that goes under the bezel. Any chance you,or one of your viewers, knows where I could find 1 ? I've got more expensive watches, but that turtle is sentimental to me,and I'd like to see her whole again. It's been serviced by Seiko 3,or 4, times over the years,but she's due and,as soon as the N. J. repair shop opens back up,she's going in. I'll have the bezel set by a watch maker locally, unless I find that ring before. Unless , of course, you'd like to use it for a video. Then, I'd be happy for you to have that commission. Keep em coming. I'll be watching. No pun intended.

[@javiercacho4790]

Hi Mike. Really enjoy your videos and I learn a lot from you. The date and day disks are a little misaligned or is it just due to the angle with the camera?

[@MyRetroWatches]

Javier Cacho I need to take a look. I think the crown is at 4 on this watch which can often make them appear off alignment

[@solstar4778]

I’m in Houston Texas USA do you repair mechanical watches there?

[@MyRetroWatches]

sol star sorry no. I’m in the uk but don’t take on too much work from others . Only stuff I’m 100% on

[@dineshjain6770]

Great god 😇😇👍👍

[@ianmansfield68]

Hi, very interesting video to watch - it looks like the stem is still bent at the end though (3:10, 40:00), can you still remove it at this stage or does it require the removal of the calendar works? I would particularly like to see how you clean and relume the dial. The video on your journey learning to do this sounds great, I'll look out for that!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Ian Mansfield hi, it’s the crown that’s bent , I’ve seen this before. I can attempt to straighten the threaded long part in a pin vice however I can get a replacement for £4 which is probably what I will do. As for the loom, it’s the hands I will loom not sure the dial actually has any markers , we will find out under all that dirt when I clean it

[@nunomendes2484]

I wish i saw this video before my attempt to fix a 70's Omega Seamaster. It was a easy task: clean dust speks on the dial. Too much pressure on the stem's release lever messed up the keyless works. Fixed it and i only lost one screw and broke one unimportant part. Now the date and day no longer jump at the same time. Date jumps 5m before 12 and day jumps 5m after 12. Any idea why?

[@MyRetroWatches]

I have not worked on that many Omega;s and in part because parts are hard to find or very pricy to obtain. as for your question, what was the part that you broke and could this be anything to do with the mechanism? secondly you would need to look at how the day & date wheels are controlled when turning past twelve. On these seikos they are done by "fingers" on the nylon wheels I fit. If you dont fit them in the right place then this can be the consequence that they change at the wrong times.

[@nunomendes2484]

@@MyRetroWatches The Omega 1020 has those nylon wheels too. I paid no attention to them when placing the date and day disks. Now i'll have to find the corage to open that watch again :). Thanks for the help. I broke one of the two small metal pieces that holds down the ring that goes around the movement (?)

[@Pete.hooooo]

Just out of interest has anyone got any info on 6139 8030 .....chronograph ...watch has never been opened but the face has 8060T marking .....? Anyone have any ideas

[@MyRetroWatches]

Peter Harmer the dial markings to my knowledge refer to the movement 6139 and then the other bank of digits is the dial design. This article here will explain perfectly . Just have to scroll down a bit to the dial code info. www.clockmaker.com.au/diy_seiko_7s26/chapter3.html

[@Bearcwy]

I heard you several times during oiling you said you were using D3. I'm guessing you meant D5?

[@MyRetroWatches]

Bearcwy well spotted!! Yes sorry D5 is what I use. It’s the thickest of the D oils. I do also have D3 and ironically it’s usually in my line of sight! So thanks for pointing this out I will have to edit the description !

[@josephbinder8992]

Can you turn off the autofocus on the camera? If the focus stays on the movement it is much easier to see what you are doing and enjoyable to watch.

[@MyRetroWatches]

I will need to look into this. I use an iPhone XR as the camera is really good and I can do 1080P 60fps (looking into filming one in 4K but memory storage is my concern files are huge!) I may look for a third party app for video recording .

[@Zotel_US]

You've disabused my notion of doing fine repair work...

[@MyRetroWatches]

thank you indeed. Like anything the more you do it the easier tool control becomes. Its all just practice and a desire to learn.

[@danielescobar3261]

Habla mucho es muy aburrido