Restoration of a rare soviet Poljot watch - 24K Gold Plating - USSR Poljot 2609H

[@Scotchontherockz]

sick watch, 2609 movement is a beast, hard to break, works like a horse. got poljot myself, superb vintage watches.

[@ВасилийВасильев-с9ж]

nevertheless, 13 seconds of deviation per day, as far as I understand.

[@jakekaywell5972]

@@ВасилийВасильев-с9ж Actually quite alright for a 50-year-old watch that hasn't been chronometer certified. I try to get 15 sec/day deviation on all my Soviets.

[@ИгорьРязанцев-д9в]

3 phenomena that you never get tired of watching: how the fire burns, how the water flows and how the master works

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Never heard that, but I like that 😉

[@olegoseychuk2736]

Идеальный вариант-Пожар...Горит огонь,льется вода,ну и работают мастера(Пожарные) :-)

[@ДаданДаданский]

@@RedDeadRestoration it`s a russian proverb. and it works - at least with this channel))

[@sassymenses]

@@ДаданДаданский нет у нас такой поговорки.

[@vasilya.ivanov5919]

@@sassymenses есть

[@aaa5717]

Just wanted to let you know, your komandirskie restoration is what got me into russian watches. I've bought an Amfibia Neptun and tuned it to a respectable beat error. It's nice to see someone caring for those hidden gems of the USSR.

[@decocatani]

The most beautiful thing to see in ALL of this videos is that moment when the balance is put back in place and the watch suddenly “comes to life”! It’s fantastic and I simply can’t get tired of watching it 😊

[@Wildstar40]

The balance wheel and pallet fork are my favorite parts of any mechanical time piece because that is where all the action happens.

[@philhallam2496]

totally agree

[@rustamschogenow216]

Was für eine saubere und präzise Arbeit! Ich weiß gar nicht warum mir das Video gezeigt wurde (habe mit Uhren nichts zu tun) aber es hat so viel Spaß gemacht es anzuschauen. So viel Geduld und Liebe bei der Arbeit, Respekt den Menschen wie Sie.

[@gregwein1]

In the West, we joke about many Soviet designs - cars in particular. But I really like this watch! The shape, the colors, and the accurate movement - wow! I am also happy to see so many positive comments written in Russian! It must make you proud that those who know this watch were impressed with your work. Great job!

[@MarttiSuomivuori]

We do not joke about Russian ground-to-air missiles or the Men in Green Uniforms.

[@joejakubec9708]

And the Russians and Europeans joke about the murders in American cities. Think about it.

[@gregwein1]

@@MarttiSuomivuori So true, my friend!

[@raul_duke_90]

Thank you for being silent when you are engaged in restoration. I like your style, great job! Hello from Russia 🙋‍♂️

[@sonic3932]

In the war the Germans the russians stole it. Is not russian wristwatch fake

[@Vintage_audio]

Я не часовой мастер, но зачем-то посмотрел от начала и до конца. Пару раз забывал как дышать....

[@puhoperoed472]

Магия,да?

[@mdjaman9189]

I sand a watch from Bangladesh you Repair this

[@DeepPurpleAreKings]

Такая же фигня )

[@Вячеславл-я6т]

Умели в СССР часы делать

[@juanpuerta21]

Mother Russia would be extremely proud of what you did with watch. Thanks again for another wonderful video. A true craftsman!

[@АЛЕКСАНДРЯКОВЛЕВ-я6о]

это - точно

[@pzunino59]

non ci si annoia mai a vederti lavorare sei veramente bravo ogni lavoro e' un opera d'arte.

[@haziqanuar01]

I don’t know why, but repairing watch ASMR is my fav video before getting sleep. Hope everyone have a nice day 😄

[@krestonosets68]

Because it gives you strong sensations. Sensations are all we try to get as much as possible during our lifetime. Climbing Everest or winning a sport cup, it is all for emotions.

[@haziqanuar01]

@@krestonosets68 love it 🥰

[@shaikhfarazulhaqulhaq4055]

Ya.... u said true, bcos m also a watch repairer from south india😀😂👍

[@lalitupare6439]

Same brother I am also watching this video before going to sleep

[@akjubian]

Come on it isn't that much boring.

[@ulrikreimann652]

From crap to pure gold. Amazing to watch this proces with a lot of skill and patience. I'm truly impressed.

[@senny_penny]

It seems this guy could even restore the USSR

[@jakekaywell5972]

*BASS-BOOSTED KATYUSHA PLAYS IN THE DISTANCE*

[@kylemiles448]

If it was possible! ❤️

[@baptistek1917]

@@kylemiles448 if interested, come to France. It's even more communist than USSR. You will like it.

[@kylemiles448]

@@baptistek1917 ok

[@appleuser147]

ussr was the greatest county. better than capitalist evil.

[@iStiflock]

I can’t understand why watching these videos are so soothingly soothing

[@brendanr1525]

Love how you do the comparison at the end with the music. It's not just as if you're restoring a timepiece, it's as if you're restoring a piece of history.

[@Alex2382MB]

Как же повезло этому Полету. Автору - больших успехов.

[@JanNovak-zq6vi]

Toto byla běžná práce každého dobrého hodináře.. Tohle jsme museli dělat už pár let po vyučení. Dnes bohužel hodináři moc nejsou tak jako jako spousta jiných jemných řemesel..

[@sergb1502]

Полет продолжается.

[@Дмитрий-ц9в4к]

Автор всё золото с него содрал. Повезло так повезло🤦🏼‍♂️😁

[@sergb1502]

@@Дмитрий-ц9в4к, на всякий случай, вдруг это было золото партии 😁

[@vasilya.ivanov5919]

@@Дмитрий-ц9в4к на 8 минуте он позолачивает раствором электролита 24 карата, вы невнимательно смотрели

[@thefettfan3994]

Only a real lover of old Soviet mechanical timepieces (such as myself) would take the time to restore suchlike with obvious patience. The beautiful finished product is proof of my statement!!!!

[@senyamad291]

У меня часики Ракета называются. Родители подарили на 16 лет. Сейчас мне 47, а они перестали работать. Где бы такого мастера найти. Респект и уважение .

[@TinTaBraSS777]

у меня сейко сломались через год ) после покупки

[@АндрейНикитенко-ф4с]

I wore a watch like this in the mid-seventies. It was not an expensive watch, but it worked well for many years. Nostalgia. Thanks for the excellent restoration.

[@АлександрКазмин-ь7э]

Идельно! Потрясающая работа! Восхищение! Super!

[@orionz4684]

Я купил вот эту модель часов весной 1977 года и носил их до 1982 года, пока не потерял. Работали отлично. Аж молодость вспомнил...

[@RogerH0312]

How much did you paid for it?

[@user-on1ub5he5p]

@@RogerH0312 10 bottles of russian vodka

[@RogerH0312]

@@user-on1ub5he5p Good Deal !!! :-) :-)

[@ОнуфрийНечепуренко]

Народ спрашивает, сколько стоили такие часы в СССР. Мне, в принципе, тоже интересно, насколько Полёт был доступен обычному советскому гражданину: были такие часы роскошью или просто заурядной покупкой.

[@sergeytolstov956]

@@ОнуфрийНечепуренко Приблизительно одну месячную зарплату дворника или уборщицы - около 70 рублей.

[@mikerichardson60]

I have a Poljot somewhere around the house. Now I need to go find it. Videos like this give a whole knew appreciation for the craftsmanship involved in creating a manual timepiece.

[@jarradmann3357]

Just beautiful to watch your restoration without distracting music.

[@denisbelov504]

Мое почтение! Я восхищен вашей работой!

[@МихаилСуворов-р2к]

Без особого просмотра лайк! А мастеру поклон и уважение!👏👏👏🏆 Видео 🔥

[@sonic3932]

In the war the Germans the russians stole it. Is not russian wristwatch fake

[@Arzachel-1963]

Ну да! Тут поклон и уважение,а когда приходят в мастерскую спрашивают :,,А сколько ты с меня сдерешь??,,

[@Томи41]

Лжеремонтник. Прям пастой потер и все трещины со стекла ушли.

[@modrisadijans383]

@@Томи41 ну нет, видно человек знающий.

[@Arzachel-1963]

@@modrisadijans383 Артем прав. Никакая паста так стекло не отполирует. Проверено 36 летней практикой!

[@gela3775]

лучше любого кино и сериала смотрится,большое уважение к мастеру спасибо за видео,привет из Грузии.

[@bsb42]

I wonder how come there are people who do not like this video... amazing work, it was really a pleasure to watch it, great work!

[@g.n.6471]

The ones that downvote these videos are what I like to call “idiots”.

[@svf9513]

My father was a pilot and he had a Poljot watch. He would love your work.

[@dalehamlin7383]

Remarkable restoration.....! The craftsmanship is beyond amazing. The film quality and production / editing is Spielberg quality. This channel is one of the best I have seen on KZbin. There are other watch repair videos but nothing compares to the quality of this work. Thanks for sharing your amazing skills and abilities with us. These videos are very satisfying to watch.....

[@QuantumMind88]

I absolutely agree!

[@John33gfed]

you took the words out of my mouth.

[@Enigma046]

Fascinating video, great to see the intricate inner workings of a watch with the added bonus of not having to listen to annoying background music 👍

[@ДенисНовоженин-д1т]

С удовольствием смотрел за работой мастера. Уважение к производителю этих часов.

[@modrisadijans383]

Первые советские часы были очень качественные.

[@CapnMidnight]

@@modrisadijans383 ну это вряд ли первые, 70-е уже

[@modrisadijans383]

@@CapnMidnight 70- е тоже хорошо. Думаю ещё не начали брак производить. Качество упало 80 е. У моего отца били командирские и они и теперь работает отлично и у меня били командирские 1990 или 91 года випуска и мне поломки били раза 3. Проблемы с пружиной. Оба и сегодня рабочие.

[@CapnMidnight]

@@modrisadijans383 да, в 80е в перестройку многое посыпалось...

[@ОлегМороз-о8н]

Это великолепно, тонкая и кропотливая работа..

[@romualdlukaszczyk7299]

Mój pierwszy zegarek, wspominam go i tamten czas z nostalgią, życie było może skromniejsze, ale Świat i ludzie życzliwsi i normalni, bez tych wszystkich szaleństw które teraz serwują Nam globaliści!!

[@Teardehawkee]

Just looking at him work and the memory to remember all that he has taken apart is amazing. It make me want to improve on what I do for a living......Thank you!

[@etoevgraf]

Ahhhh another great evening! A bottle of good beer and RDR's video... Can't imagine something better than this!

[@cashkin-a]

Потрясающая работа, эти часы будут еще веками работать.

[@thejonathandoan]

So cool! I just love how great the engineering is to make something so functional so small. Great video and great work!!

[@Meraj-zr2ry]

As an audio/Video electronics technician you never know what is next coming on your door. You have to be patient calm and cool. It's will take time but in end it will give you most satisfaction. You should be proud of your work.

[@thedolt9215]

This process is hypnotic! The things you never knew you never knew… Watch repair, fascinating!

[@richardhutchison3123]

Absolutely brilliant work! I give you an A+ for this restoration! Whoever owns this will be pleased for sure.

[@foadrightnow5725]

Absolutely stunning restoration! I can't believe how well the crystal cleaned up! I thought for sure you were going to need to replace it! VERY well done, Sir! Very well done!

[@ioskabarkaia8438]

Респект мастеру) завидую белой завистью кто имеет мастерство и нервы заниматся такими маленькими штучками ) лайк

[@andershallberg6668]

Your video glorified another day for me. Thank you.

[@boonang4097]

So 'entertaining' watching this Expert restoring this Russian made Watch. The videoing is remarkably great. No unsolicited background sound makes watching so pleasant. The close up videoing and time lapse is superb. I couldn't help resisting 'wanting' to participate putting back the intricate parts and movements. Loved the arrays of specialists tools, cleaning gadgets oils greases and spares at hand! Amazingly satisfying when finished restored Watch is worn on Cratfsman's hand.

[@Karabas7]

Это же какое терпение надо иметь. Респект.👍👍👍

[@thomaszimmermann847]

Wunderbare Arbeit und sehr schön an zu sehen. Ich mag die alten Sachen und freue mich über Menschen die sie erhalten.

[@Howisthatright]

This is the first video I have watched of yours and I am in complete awe of your craftsmanship. The watch turned out amazing, I would be proud to wear that today. You just earned another subscriber. Thank you!

[@bt3750]

It's pretty unbelievable that you didn't actually replace the crystal. Polywatch is a miracle worker.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Yes but finger hurts 😅

[@piccalillipit9211]

Smokers toothpaste works pretty well...

[@mroatman]

@@RedDeadRestoration hate to be a skeptic, but I actually don't believe it. That crystal is heavily crazed -- you can tell because those microfractures 'shine' when viewed at an oblique angle. Those tiny cracks can't be buffed out. I don't think there's anything wrong with replacing the crystal. But this video make sit seem like you didn't. Still amazing work and great editing!

[@APXUTEKTOP-BLACOB]

Профессиональная работа!!!!) привет из России

[@sonic3932]

In the war the Germans the russians stole it. Is not russian wristwatch fake

[@РусланИсламов-о2ф]

@@sonic3932 Переведи.

[@sonic3932]

@@РусланИсламов-о2ф wtf?

[@modrisadijans383]

@@РусланИсламов-о2ф он пишет что немцы их украли, и эта поделка. Короче провокатор он.

[@allexxass]

@@modrisadijans383 наоборот. русские украли у немцев он пишет.

[@KimbrellBrad]

Beautiful work and great insight into the world of watch repair. I've always wondered how it was done - this was a great peek into that world. I am a woodworker and had an old jewelers lathe from Germany many years ago. I gave it to a friend's father who collected pocket watches. It is a beautiful machine. Thanks for sharing what you do and do so well!

[@ricksmith7631]

Hands of a surgeon, eyes like a hawk and the patience of Job.

[@jeanmariedu5914]

Vous avez vraiment de l'or dans les mains et c'est le cas de le dire. Une telle dextérité et une précision de gestes digne des grand horlogers.

[@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968]

You're a man of few words, but the videos speak for themselves. This is a beautiful restoration of a classic Russian watch. Keep up the amazing videos. 😊👍

[@MrHristoB]

...somehow I'm binge watching your videos second day in a raw!!!!!! I like to repair old things and give them second lease of live, but watching you at work, make me feel I've two left hands.... Stunning work, top craftsmanship!!!!

[@andreagulli4558]

A stunning video, as others actually. I'm slowly entering this world and honestly sharing your experiences is precious for all of us. Thank you!

[@michaellawrence6677]

You made a cheap old watch beautiful and accurate. Respect. Great job.

[@jakekaywell5972]

Inexpensive nowadays, but back when it was new, Poljots were something special. They were the best the USSR had to offer after all.

[@captainturbo4164]

Absolutely compelling viewing. What a fabulous looking watch. 👍

[@Chris_the_Muso]

Great tip putting the rodico on the springs to stop them flying off. I'm just starting out repairing watches (lots of stuff on the way, really exciting) and I'm watching everything I can but that's the first time I've seen that. 5 minutes in and I've already picked up something important.

[@amme30]

Lovely restoration, what a beautifully shaped case. I really enjoyed the close camera work and the editing, thank you.

[@BushCampingTools]

You're probably THE best channel on this subject for sure.

[@NicolasLakoff]

Another great video! I love that you edit the video perfectly, not too fast and not too slow. This project came up very nice and is quite a beautiful watch. One idea that came to mind watching this video was how cool it would be to see you restore Elma, your parts cleaning machine. Keep the videos coming my friend.

[@TifooTech]

Beautiful result! Thanks for using our products.

[@Joniyah444]

I was wondering what happened to the videos! You’re one of the best, on KZbin.

[@darylvanhorne5738]

This was honestly so much fun to watch (pun intended). Your tool set, the process, the skill and the precision. Well done.

[@yamahajapan5351]

That’s not a pun….

[@vlickbrickersom7392]

@@yamahajapan5351 shutup

[@andersonguh1]

Que profissional 👏👏👏 Relógio magnífico com um tratamento de honra👍👍👍 Deus abençoe você e sua família 🙏🙏🙌🙌 Abraço forte 🤗👍

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

Your channel is my new favorite channel... your ability to take apart a watch and put it back together again is very admirable and talented... showed my husband this video (he's an engineer) and we now watch these to fall asleep to. Thank you! 😊

[@alexdeggel8767]

Завод уже давно снесли, вместе со страной, а артефакты живут. Ходят вечные часы, трудятся вечные ЗИЛы, пыхтят старички Москвичи, живёт и наша душа. Воскреснем из пепла с Божьей помощью. Спасибо мастеру!

[@AlekseiXoperskii]

Приезжай я тебе этого хлама на сыплю килограммов тридцать за 34 года работы часовым мастером набралось мама не горюй только никому они уже не нужны. То что делает этот горе мастер стоить будет столько что это просто не рентабельно ну разве что для души и видео от снять и всё

[@Bonifatsiy178]

@@AlekseiXoperskii Почему горе мастер, тебе завидно ?

[@AlekseiXoperskii]

@@Bonifatsiy178 мне ни чуть я таких часов за 34 года работы горы переремонтировал

[@ИгорьТкаченко-ю5е]

@@AlekseiXoperskii Добрый день. Так в чем его ошибка. Что он делает не так?

[@AlekseiXoperskii]

@@ИгорьТкаченко-ю5е очень много чего как минимум порядок разбора часов и сбора и кучя мелких косяков ну и брехня со стеклом под понтом отшлифовал его но на самом деле стекло новое почему да потому что стёкла из оргстекла покрываются мелкой сеткой трещин во всю толщину и их полировкой не убрать.

[@johanprasetyo8603]

Ga tau kenapa seneng aja liat konten kek. Gini 🙏❤️😎👍

[@kylemiles448]

Awes! It's so many unique soviet watches, simple design. I love it 👍🏻

[@vladimirvladimirovic8989]

Beautiful!!! I love POLJOT watches, they're really excellent.

[@dpokladek]

Diese Polierpaste fürs Glas ist ja Wahnsinn. Ich hätte es als unrettbar verloren angesehen! Und allgemein möcht ich (als Uhrmachersohn) mal sagen, dass Deine Videos toll sind. Da kommen viele Erinnerungen hoch. Danke dafür! :)

[@SOPM2007]

Ja, diese Paste finde ich auch erstaunlich. Ich frage mich, ob sie das Glas nicht ein kleines bisschen eintrübt!?

[@MrTarmonbarry]

Very pleased you did not try to clean the dial to much , better to leave some of the history on it . Have to look out for these at my local flea markets in Kharkiv , nice work ,

[@sfguyrhjkuytd8802]

Мастеру поклон и уважение! 👍💪✌️

[@zurabchavleishvili669]

Good work. watch repairs are always breathtaking to watch. Keep it up.

[@jaredini]

Beautiful work, a master of his craft.

[@tomhamilton5261]

Pure artistry. A delight to witness all the stages. Many thanks

[@JamieBainbridge]

Nice to see you do a mainspring. I think we've only seen one before, and that was a broken spring. The gold electroplating was also exciting, I didn't expect a graphite anode! Wonderful work as always 👌

[@local56]

Great restoration of a great looking watch. A pleasure to watch such skill.

[@alexandervouzenthal8163]

I like these old watches. Problem is, I don't remember how long ago someone gifted me a kinetic titanium watch with sapphire glass, and it doesn't seem like it's gonna break down in the next few centuries

[@EmilioVidalFelandro]

Excelente oportunidad para aprender. Gracias por compartir su información. Saludos desde Lima Perú 🇵🇪.

[@rajoonair3674]

If people like him are with us, we need not go for brand new watches. Long live with his talents and patience.

[@Lovidar]

Отличная реставрация. Серьезная работа. Посмотрел с удовольствием, спасибо. Excellent restoration. Serious work. I watched it with pleasure, thank you.

[@valengreymoon5623]

0:57 That's a pretty bad snowstorm there.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Yep 😃

[@r4b3]

Its the first of your vids for me, but definitely not the last! Great work 👏

[@LA_Unconfidential]

That's a damn good looking watch! Better looking that many Rolex's

[@ronkemperful]

Beautifully restored to a condition most likely better than new. Liked the photography and the appropriate music at the end.

[@cleitevieira]

Sensational. Wish I could learn this beautiful art...

[@thepickle7757]

This was fascinating and the requirement of precise and patience...What a great looking watch ⌚...Thanks for sharing

[@sanjaygm6410]

это потрясающая реставрация ❤️

[@Trapper50cal]

Amazing....what network executive would have believed that almost a million people would watch you restore this timepiece in the span of two months?

[@Canaplay]

Not gonna lie: see gold-plating being removed hurts a little. Apart from that, great vidiya, tavaritch!

[@suskiDlaWas_info]

Piękna ręczna praca. Super efekt. POLJOT to dobra marka. 17 kamieni - cacko!

[@MyRetroWatches]

Just love your videos pal. You make it look easy and we both know it’s not! Well done on the success of your channel !

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks Mike 😉

[@ДМИТРА-г7м]

Браво!!! Прекрасная работа! Вот я всё могу, это не могу))) В жизни бы не взялся за такое))) На эти мелкие винтики-колёсики страшно смотреть даже, а не то что разбирать)))

[@kociu]

Piękna robota wielki szacunek za talent łapka w górę

[@bakeapplejam6471]

I watch alot of watch restorations channels, your video quality is one of the best. Great job.

[@rebas04]

I am so glad i found your videos, this by far was one of the best, you sped up some of the video, edited a lot of the mundane stuff, thank u, the superb close up video and excellent audio for everything you did was remarkable, your skills are breathtaking, keep up the good work, i want to mess up one of my watches just to send it to you, hahaha

[@shakedydogshake]

Just found this channel yesterday, and I lovvvve it!!!!! Sometimes I think that in the past, before I became a loser of a truck driver, I should have become a watchmaker….

[@TheVictoryofGod_1]

У меня такие были) эх молодость - вернись!!!

[@WitchKingChannel]

Сколько же вам лет? 110?

[@TheVictoryofGod_1]

@@WitchKingChannel 45

[@fmswatchdo2373]

Very surprised by the intricacies by the Ruskies, didn't expect such sophistication. These videos are fascinating, the Rolex Oyster rebuild was awesome and got me hooked!

[@stevetilk4926]

I thought that too but then I remembered the House of Faberge and other fabulous art that existed under the tsars. I assumed the communists had driven out the artisanal craftsmen by the 1930s but clearly not.

[@jakekaywell5972]

@@stevetilk4926 The Soviet government placed a priority on their people having domestically produced watches, that's why. All of them, from the basic Pobeda and ZIM to the luxurious Poljot and Luch, were of sound design and of at least decent build quality. For these reasons, the USSR was consistently the second largest maker and exporter of wristwatches for decades, second only to the Swiss.

[@stevetilk4926]

@@jakekaywell5972 thanks Jake. Very informative.