Vintage Seiko Restoration: A Watch That Traveled the World

[@RedDeadRestoration]

I’m grateful for the 22 minutes you spent watching this restoration. It’s always rewarding to share my passion with you, and I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. Your comments and support continue to inspire me-thank you for being here 😊

[@GongtheBong7356]

bro, i'm not a watch guy i'm mainly here to watch political bullshit and tech stuff. YOUR channel has become my favorite on youtube and has sparked a passion for watches and for a low tier restoration attempt. i like the casual flex of new equipment and laugh with the subtle comedy bits(the socks the filming of every movement). it's just great watching this. you defenetly have one of the best channels on youtube not just for watches but as a whole.

[@lukebrennan5780]

boring as hell for me. You could at the very least open your mouth and discuss things. I'll go look at other channels.

[@Альоша-ж5н]

Это не реставрация! Реставрация предполагает 100% восстановление предмета реставрации, а здесь мы видим оставшиеся раковины или следы повреждения корпуса после ремонта!

[@cristianregueyra4318]

Realmente Amo los Relojes y ver este video, no tiene comparación!!! En mi lugar donde vivo yo conocí a un Señor que reparaba Relojes, El había comenzado vendiendo repuestos de los mismos. Yo siembra le llevaba alguno un poco menos que destruido.... y e los dejaba como el que terminaste. Hoy ya Él tuvo que retirarse por la vista... Felicito Tu trabajo y esmero. PD. Me gustan los Seiko!!!! Gracias 👌

[@hossepmrad5380]

Thanks for the great video. I have a similar watch with the white dial that I got from my dad that passed away 3 years ago and I need to restore it , is there a way that I can send it to you to be restored ? Thank you.

[@ian-c.01]

I wonder how many people realise what goes into making a video like this ? The number of camera shots from different angles and views of each and every step of the process is incredible and stitching them all together flawlessly to tell the story in a meaningful and interesting way takes incredible care and planning ! Most people have no idea of the amount of work involved with this and especially with lighting and even the sound levels, I'm pretty sure they would be astounded to see what goes into making a video like this ! You make it all appear to be a trivial task because we can concentrate on the work in hand, the quality of the video goes unnoticed by most ! Nice work ! 👍

[@IvorMektin1701]

Many many hours of work

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Wow, thank you 😊 Nice to see that some people see all the work behind it 💕

[@ian-c.01]

@@RedDeadRestoration It's cleverly concealed but that makes it even more interesting for me !

[@betulaobscura]

More than you think...

[@paulpurpi9069]

Skills on steroids.

[@Gabriel-Abdala]

Your judgement of craftsmanship in restoration and filming documentation as well as audio balancing the sound of process with music at the right moment in addition sci-fi with a touch of comedy is incomparable.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@terminal-velocity111]

@@RedDeadRestorationyou should be proud of your work. The dial looks brilliant and the case finish is first class. These posts don’t happen by themselves, really grateful to watch them.

[@marcgravel2382]

I like the fact that some of the blemishes remain visible on the housing after the polishing....a reminder of the adventures this timepiece has experienced ;)

[@ЖИЗНЬВЛЮКСЕ]

как всегда крутая реставрация

[@ivanisakov6627]

These vintage Seiko watches have an astounding similarity of quality with the Rolex pieces of their time. Some parts aren't polished or turned but all serve a purpose for precision. Excellent work as well!

[@AnsaR1986GazizoV]

Мастер молодец, столько труда вложено ещё одну кругосветку выдержат!)))

[@okkami676]

It's very therapeutic to watch a master craftsman in action. Great video!

[@АндрійЮришинець-у6ы]

Дякую за ще одне захопливе відео! Для мене всі Ваші відновлення дивовижні, просто шедевр знань, акуратності, терплячості, наполегливості та уваги до дрібниць. Але ця робота показує неперевершену пристрасть до улюбленої справи.

[@АлександрГордиенко-с6ж]

Обожаю смотреть этот канал. Настоящий мастер, класс!!!

[@bartologomezheredia3510]

mind-blowing, the clock, the restoration, the machines... everything

[@Mungo-Man]

Agree 👍 All I can say is WOW!

[@ourfarmhouseinspain]

This exact model was my first 'good' watch, still in my possession. The flat watch glass is a little scuffed at the edges, but I wouldn't replace it with a domed glass as this would alter the character too much for me personally. I had a tough job at the time, and I can still remember the pleasure I got from seeing that red SUN appear each week. One less week to go ... Thank you for stirring the memory pot. Regards

[@robertjakubczak9437]

Może zmień szkiełko mineralne na szafir 😃

[@alanparks7919]

As with all viewers, I’ve made many comments on the artistry of your restorations. This was on full display here again. Today, I just need to give massive props to your camera, video, and editing prowess. You are the best, Sir, and we all salute you.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks buddy 😊👍

[@ramsfan709]

I’m blown away how you can remember how to put it all back together lol

[@KalashnikIlya]

Как всегда Ваша работа потрясающе смотрится. Хорошо, что новая модель машины времени не оставляет город без электричества😅 Эти часы Seiko заслуживают внимания. Они много где побывали на планете, и я всегда уважал такие вещи. Они служат человечеству, а не просто красуются на руке или полке.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

😁

[@MiguelBricaBrac]

You have an Elma wonderland of machines, I remember when you restored the Elma Watch cleaner and now you have an automatic, congratulations!

[@dethmane]

It's amazing to see where a watch has traveled, and see the history in the scars it has accumulated on those journeys. The repair/restoration just makes it ready to make more history in it's lifetime. Thanks for sharing it with us!

[@benwasyliuk8011]

After what I just watched, I’m pretty sure the part about the Time Machine wasn’t a joke. This guy is from another dimension

[@eduardojoachim27]

I have one of these watches that I earned in the early 1970's. It is in very good shape and working properly. But your restoration brought to a whole new life this incredible piece of craftsmanship. Congratulations for your video

[@krishnateja7728]

Craftsman, and his craft! Marvellous job.

[@thebigredpolos]

I can imagine the final product bringing a tear to the owner's eye, considering everything and everywhere they must have been through! Beautiful work

[@waynejrice]

That views more like a feature film that a video. The shots, the angles, all enhancing the star of the show, were nothing short of masterful. I guess I shouldn't be surprised given the mastery needed to just bring the watch back to its original state. But, wow!

[@TordiBobasch]

Wie immer sehr professionell gemacht. Ich finde es nur schade, einer solchen Uhr mit einer so tollen Geschichte durch Blatt- und Zeigerwechsel etwas von ihren Erlebnissen zu nehmen. Nur meine Meinung. Trotzdem wie immer top ausgeführt 👍👍

[@danglebum]

Oh wow, I'm so happy. I view a lot of these watch restoration videos and this is the first one where I actually own two of the Vader Seikos, one of which is the exact same as the video. Sadly both of which need a full overhaul. I love these watches. You did an amazing job restoring this to its glory. Thank you

[@TheGatechBuzz]

Totally AMAZING that you know how to put it back together!!! Super sweet looking watch!!!!!

[@АннаПетракова-ш4ч]

Волшебство! Восхищаюсь вашей работой. Благодарю за хорошие видео субтитры и ваш труд!!!

[@RobsondeAlmeidasantosAlmeida]

Boa noite cara ,eu já gostava de relógio,agora aprendi a gostar mais ainda pelos seus vídeos,você é o cara dos relógios xiques e caros do mundo, meus parabéns mano pela sua imensa sabedoria e dom de Deus.

[@JamesMPogue]

I am so amazed at what can be done with a watch, to restore it to its glory day. You obviously have the right equipment, but way beyond that the expertise/knowledge, and talent to do it. Makes me wonder how much time and money spent to learn the watchmaker trade secrets. I stand with you and your video's, I love to watch you.

[@IMBEL45]

PARABÉNS! ESSE TIPO DE TRABALHO NÃO TEM PREÇO, MARAVILHOSO A SUA DEDICAÇÃO.

[@Семён-с2п]

Ты крут! Я такого еще не встречал на просторах интернета,а оборудование вообще на уровне космос!!!✌🏻👌👍👏👏БРАВО!!!

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thank you 😊👍

[@xianreiss]

Wow. You did an amazing job restoring this watch. Very patient and talented.

[@mausball]

I'm extremely happy that the restoration allowed some evidence of it's life and adventures to remain. That watch has seen some stuff.

[@grey_psn]

Боже, такая аппаратура в сервисе, просто восторг. Очень круто!

[@NightLetterLondon]

Fascinating. Especially for someone (like me) who knows absolutely nothing about how to do this but who loves watches.. thank you.

[@psycho13G]

Seiko & Casio, immortal watches. Still got my father's Casio stainless steel digital watch from '80s. And own my self a Seiko watch since 1995 around as well. Pure Japanese joy, both brands.

[@jg1693]

I just stumbled across this video and HOLY COW the precision in your work, the cleanliness, the tool selection... I am absolutely in awe. THANK YOU for this video. As Ian said, the camera shots and different angles, the editing, just wow! Take my subscription!

[@OpenEyeAutomobile]

With this skill level and right tools, Red Dead Restoration is unstoppable.

[@remymayang3067]

Been watching you many time and seeing my one only dream watch restore perfectly with care amaze me so much

I’ve just check couple of old videos of yours. Camera quality, transitions, camera angles, settings ups parts, tools, equipment is just on point. You made it better even compared to last one you published. It’s just awesome to watch.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks, glad you liked it 😊

[@davidstewart4570]

It's reassuring to see that even a real expert can have a spring twanging away across the room and have to spend ages finding it. Great content. Fascinating. Lovely resto.

[@guidociardi8097]

..ho lo stesso orologio (ottobre '75) e vederlo tornare nuovo mi ha dato una grande soddisfazione!!!..sei forte!!!..💪👋..saluti da Roma!!!

[@tfoen7678]

Very interesting and intriguing. The amount of patience and knowledge to do precise maintenance to a timepiece of any caliber is amazing

[@shahram36255]

Fantastic! The results of your restoration always amaze me, especially the meticulous work you do on the case. I can only imagine the effort that goes into sourcing all those parts behind the scenes of your "time machine"!

[@wariasr]

The spring says...I am free!!! Finally!! LOL...Excellent video!

[@huwprice881]

I always enjoy your amazing restorations, I can appreciate how hard they are to do, and then filming and editing is addition work. I'm in a dark and lonely place atm and they really help calm me and focus on something positive, so thank you so much.

[@AndreaDoesYoga]

Amazing restoration, this Seiko has seen so much! 🌍

[@ptzish]

Great video! I love that you restored it as well as you could. Most videos want to keep the patina so we rarely get to see the other processes. Thank you!

[@LTC_Tiger]

Loved it! My only comment is that I think that this is the first time that the replacement dial has looked like a downgrade to me -- the text on it is not crisp at all.

[@elpasadordeoro]

i think it s an aftermarket dial or a reprint, than I am agree with you, sometimes is better to have a faded dial than a non original one/a reprint one. But people often dont like watches with discolored dials/hands/tachometer scales, making it harder to sell a piece, However, it is enough to keep the original dial

[@MonkEsquire]

Yeah the replacement dial really detracts from the whole restoration. 21:33 when it swaps between the old/new you can see how bad it is. The text is blown out and not crisp at all, the hour markers are badly painted and the lume on the 5 o'clock position looks like it just fell on instead of being applied.

[@瀧啓仁]

すばらしいの一言ですね。すごい技術です。　この時計昔もっていました。だからより感動したのかも...

[@robertjakubczak9437]

Piękna naprawa i konserwacja bardzo lubię tą markę 😃 pozdrawiam serdecznie z Warszawy stolicy Polski 🇵🇱❤️

[@marcelofigueirafigueira4361]

Muito bom seu trabalho Vc tem fãs aqui no Brazil Ale de ser um aula seus vídeos

[@ppod-]

Great watch, excellent video, thank you! I especially appreciate the trick where you put sandpaper into the lathe tool holder - thank you!

[@ruslanruso]

Долгожданное видео, спасибо) Тоже только что закончил обслуживание Orient, привет из России ⌚🤙

[@officialpoof]

Amazing as always! Loved seeing the new lathe! Hopefully it can be useful a lot in the future. I enjoyed seeing the resourcefulness of creating the piece to help spin the watch case.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

I hope so too :) Glad you liked it buddy

[@christopheleloire4572]

C'est un magnifique travail que vous avez réalisé. C'était passionnant de vous regarder œuvrer.

[@mojtabayahyazadeh9867]

This is an absolutly pure art, ladies and gentlemen ♥️

[@luisf6312]

Excellent work and excellent video. A fun to watch you bring these watches to life.

[@Malayaga]

Such an amazing, hour that has so many memories. Want to feel like having just one.

[@superheinzi8599]

Ganz großen Respekt und vor allem Bewunderung vor der Arbeit.

[@ricardolinhares8097]

Sou do Brasil da localidade de Fortaleza sou um fã seu também sou relojoeiro E admiro muito os seus consertos e principalmente a revitalização das caixas e pulseiras dos relógios que você pega danificadas deixando novas. Parabéns pelo seu trabalho

[@danielecalla2957]

What a great job! Thank you to bring us with you!

[@Kavatarich]

Получено эстетическое удовольствие спасибо за труд

[@gubrathwatches]

Seiko just keeps impressing me! Quickly becoming my favorite brand.

[@martinmalloy8119]

Another absolute fantastic job Herr Uhrmachermeister.....Liebe Grüße

[@sajidbukhari4764]

Bro your repairing tools and machine was 🔥

[@lucashipkins]

Woah, creating fixtures now. 🤯 Absolutely amazing.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

😁 thanks buddy

[@Алексей-м3ч1з]

Отличный, профессиональный и кропотливый труд

[@TrailBlazer5280]

amazing work. I love the combo of polished and brushed metal on this thing. Not mention these old style adventure watches are so cool. Seiko made some great ones in the day

[@swaminthamidarjeelingkoket7512]

Omg my grandfather owns the same piece but it's not working for a while as we don't have any good repair man around we tried to repair it but is expensive and getting original parts is very challenging... would share this video with my grandpa he will be so happy as this watch has been with him all his adult hood ... ❤❤❤❤

[@the_Brainjuice]

try contacting the wristwatchrevival channel, maybe there are ways of repairing the watch.

[@Robert-vw3od]

Absolutely amazing. The work on the case was fantastic considering how badly damaged it was.

[@Sergeant_Fury]

It's always a pleasure watching your videos; clean and well edited, with touches of unspoken humor. You make it look easy.

[@manuelperez5155]

Spectacular job! Great vintage watch!

[@internationaldonuts]

Really enjoyed watching that. Outstanding.

[@trans12346]

Awesome job! ty for sharing with us!

[@maximosimonelli]

Gorgeous watch and excellent restoration work!!!!

[@WatchRestorationCottage]

Kai, I love all the equipment you have for case restoration. It's amazing to see it all in action. Great video as always! 💪🏻

[@marksauer8587]

Sehr gute Arbeit, wir lieben diese Videos ❤

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Das freut mich sehr!

[@Einherjar_17]

Increíble trabajo!, sus vídeos son una obra de arte, la calidad de la filmación, sus herramientas, el entorno, sumado su maravillosa destreza, muchas gracias, le envío un abrazo desde el sur Argentino.

[@philipB31]

They said it couldn’t be done! Little did they know that you were destined to prove them wrong… nice work, thank you for sharing.

[@pierojairconsuegra2042]

My respects, a real surgeon's job A great challenge is this restoration.

[@ocean5377]

Amazing results with ur restoration, u do love ur tools , lovely squeekee clean workshop

[@flyingcod14]

Beautiful watch, awesome restoration. Love these videos, thank you RDR.

[@TheFlash3237]

Although we all know how amazing your skills are restoring luxury watches, I want to take this moment to praise your incredible editing skills! The pace, the different camera angles etc are mindblowing! Another awesome video in the books! 🔥👍🏽

[@soggybiscuits9399]

I’ve been subscribed for a while now and I can definitely see the gradual improvement of your work. The right tools for the job definitely help and it seems like you’re on the way to acquiring pretty much everything you could need.

[@GrimmReaper-zb9gi]

Very nice hotloge turned out. I love repairing watches. Great work. excellent. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@nejikanbonsai]

C'est drôle, j'ai exactement ce modèle. Je l'aime beaucoup. Elle est toute simple et elle marche très bien. Superbe vidéo merci. 👍🏻

[@luclafourcade7175]

Je suis vraiment impressionné. J ai exactement la même montre que mon père portait lorsque était dans l aeronavale de la marine française. Elle ne fonctionne plus et je rêverais pouvoir vous la confier pour la restaurer également.

[@zachtan]

Such as shame Seiko doesn't make many automatic chronos these days, they have incredible chronograph heritage.

[@Mettalchin]

They still do under the Prospex line but they cost an arm and a leg .

[@jimjones1630]

Can you believe someone had to invent this? Literally astounding. To be knowledgeable in something this intricate is equally so

[@johnb820]

Hahaha the looking for the spring clip was so relatable.

[@walther9161]

Very nice results. Nothing better than an old Seiko! I have a Bellmatic serviced recently and kept everything original and same for my John Player Special.. but I kinda like patina. Nice job and thank you for posting. Very edutaining !!

[@DonAl9114]

Tolle Uhr. Sehr schöne Arbeit. Glückwunsch. 😊😊😊

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Dankeschön 🤗

[@alessandrograldi4334]

What nice skill and huge equipments! spectacular work!

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@walther9161]

Beautiful work.. I’m a patina guy and may have just gotten it running very well and a new crystal.. but that’s just me. Beautiful watch.. now I want one.

[@ricobarenschee4369]

Super schön ist die geworden. Die hätte ich auch gerne 😮

[@anilkinikar]

Wow what a hard work and what an outstanding result. It was satisfying to watch all this work.👌👌👌❤️❤️

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@ВикторСтадниченко-ж2т]

Який гарний спеціаліст, не можу відірватися, і інструменти шикарні. Такі підходи нестандартні 👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@RedDeadRestoration]

😉👍

[@memofrf]

Stunning work. The graff connection has thrown me somewhat.

[@PlasticImaginationWorkshop]

Amazing!!! Thanks for sharing and have a great day.

[@willvelasco]

Excelente trabalho! Saudações do Brasil.

[@keithmclean3627]

Magnificent. Great to see even the best spend time searching for a part on the floor! Makes me feel not so silly! 😅❤