Radioactive Hazardous US-Military Hamilton Watch - Restoration of a Tritium Contaminated Watch

This US-Military Service-Watch was made by Hamilton in 1983. It´s called Hamilton MIL-W-46374B and it´s powered by the 466 S. T. Co. (Standard Time Corporation)
The case is fine but dirty, the glass is shattered, hands and dial are ruined, the radioactive tritium is crumbling and the movement is not running.
Chapters:
0:00 - Disassembly
4:04 - Case Cleaning
5:35 - Dial Restoration
6:15 - Hands Restoration
8:48 - Movement Cleaning
10:20 - Reassembly
17:01 - Final Result
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[@NetdiegoN]

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[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks mate, the new camera is also a lot of extra work but I guess it´s worth it :)

[@NetdiegoN]

@@RedDeadRestoration yeah, but it rocks!

[@natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269]

Its a fantastic production

[@felixtag5121]

@@RedDeadRestoration i was looking to buy one of these watches since long time? any chance you want to sell?

[@Sandermaner]

This isn’t a restoration video. It’s a movie. Absolutely outstanding.

[@jozsefizsak]

For sure!

[@GremlinPWN]

Your video production quality has always been very good, but this is going even beyond your previous level. Stunning and beautiful.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks so much ☺️🙏

[@cdsea2669]

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[@raleighpacheco6243]

love the new equipment, by far the best channel out there when it comes to watch restoration.

[@robertlassiter907]

I wholeheartedly agree!!!!!!!

[@hvoshr]

Без музыки лучше

[@Scodiddly]

Usually I'm not a fan of music on this kind of channel, but the music used was really lovely and not just a random loop.

[@mrdmahesh]

I just watched an 18 minute movie made by Red Dead...... !!! Masterpiece!!!

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[@Jim_L]

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[@zer0c00l44]

with out question and by far

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[@vickersjd27]

Your videos are consistently excellent, and this one is no different. One piece of modest feedback - I prefer them without any music.

[@sfstoltenberg]

Indeed, the videos are great. If you don't like the music, I suggest turning down your volume.

[@ramansharif2765]

Yeah the music is too stressful. The video itself is much more relaxing to watch..

[@Sandermaner]

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[@turbinepower77]

I'm an aircraft mechanic and I work on lots of different types of vehicles. I was mesmerized. That was fascinating. New subscriber.

[@LuisENy-pr2ow]

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[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks, glad you liked it 👍

[@whip-its_dad4239]

Wow! what a beautiful watch . Beautiful job restoring it . Your toys just keep getting better and better but I miss the moldy oldie machines you used to use , they seemed to have character I think . I'll bet some of them are worth more than my house . Thank you Sir for putting yourself out there for all to enjoy .

[@TheeYellowDart]

Gorgeous restoration. That lume colour is nice and rich. I have a 46374B and I wish I could find someone here that could do that kind of colour matching. You brought it back to life!

[@richardbell466]

You can always ask him to rescue it.

[@rocksolidhugo]

The time, the method, the patience, the sequence. You are a very talented guy, in many different areas, congratulations

[@Robert-vw3od]

Absolutely superb. I think what we’ve just witnessed is the restoration of a real military watch.

[@efremefre]

Well done 👍 Everything inside Hamilton watches is very small, but because of high quality Camera and macro lenses makes this video look amazing 🤩

[@bigbluepacific3950]

You are really an artist at putting together these videos. So enjoyable to watch. When it comes to music, video length, and other choices, follow your instincts. Don’t worry about what people comment one way or another. The joy you have in creating these videos comes across to us. Part of that is your joy of the process of creation, including putting in whatever music or transitions or captions you feel like including. I enjoy all the choices you’ve made. Thank you.

[@colleenscorfield3505]

Your videos are superb now and your skill is shown off for the better, music also fits very well you are now without doubt one of the best restoration channels around. 👏

[@haroldogt]

Perfect work, excellent restoration, wonderful music. Congratulations!!! Brazil present here.⌚💛💚

[@robertlassiter907]

The dizzying array of new equipment is expected and complementary of someone of your skill level but I must confess to being a bit nostalgic for the old Time Machine. It had a certain charm that I liked. As always this was truly impressive. BTW , I served in the US military when this watch was made and never knew they existed. Well done!!!!

[@StevenKeery]

Robertlassiter: To whom were the watches issued? Or did servicemen have to buy their own?

[@robertlassiter907]

@@StevenKeery I was in the Air Force so maybe that’s why I never saw them. I suspect they were an Army and or Marine thing.

[@StevenKeery]

@@robertlassiter907 : I understand. They seemed like a nice watch. I have heard of the brand before, I just wondered how reliable they were, with only seven jewels. Quartz watches have been around for a similar length of time and the Hong Kong marking seems odd, unless they sub-contracted the work out, or just had them manufactured in Hong Kong and put their logo on it. I understood them to be an American brand. I'll have to research on the Internet now my curiosity has been aroused. Thanks for replying, hope you are enjoying your retirement.

[@robertlassiter907]

@@StevenKeery I am busier than a one legged man in an ass kicking contest but I’m enjoying it, thank you.

[@ElPlantPapi]

What a superb job, the work done on this watch was incredible. I love how far you’ve progressed as a channel, bringing us viewers, such how high-quality content. The filming, the close-ups, the image quality, the editing and production have gotten exponentially better. I love seeing your new machines and tools. I like the music on the videos, but man, listening to the clicks, snaps, ticks, etc. of the watch and you working, without any other noise never gets old. Thank you!

[@Papa-Kev]

Your Videos are amazing. Love it when a craftsman has the right tools for the job. Fascinating.

[@jeffkimble8857]

Very good!! Fun to watch. I would like to see the hands and face in the dark and see how they look with the non radioactive luminescent features.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Watch the end of the video again 😉

[@C3Gaming1]

Idk what’s more insane….your watch restoration skills or your editing skills! Omggg… amazing!

[@cliffwheeler7357]

A superb presentation. That new cleaning machine is incredible.

[@Doomer17018]

Your macro shots are really well done compared to other watch channels, your effort is appreciated

[@vincentvinny2]

Wow, that’s amazing! What a great restoration and amazing video. Very captivating. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@jrock2460]

A masterpiece of camerawork, editing, and of course restoration skills. Astonishing stuff!

[@TJ-Dives]

Put the coffee on and chill out with this . Best thing to do with winter outside. Gracias

[@markbrletic9157]

Beautiful shop and equipment. Precision personified! Great music. You’re the man my friend! 👍🏻

[@MrNickml]

First class restoration and equally excellent video production .. RDR is in a league of his own .. !

[@josedurbano2730]

The quality of this video is amazing, buddy. New tricks, new equipment. I love your videos .

[@richardmorrow8048]

Ever thought of Neurosurgery as a hobby 🤔The filming is spectacular, brilliant as usual.

[@fulvioplatania3091]

one of the most watchmaker I’ve ever seen…great!

[@thepilot64]

i can watch this during my entire life ! Thanks for sharing !

[@Maura932]

You are the best restorer on KZbin, I love your videos. but still, they are perfect without music. Mechanical sounds in their purest form, that's what's great ❤

[@alansandybulmer4877]

Top restoration. Love your work, especially on the hands. Exemplary attention to detail.

[@paulmarmora3706]

Excellent choice of music

[@taulce1]

Neat little watch. Great restoration and video.

[@MichaelHeinrich1]

Great work, i would like to see it glowing in the dark.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Watch the end again 😉

[@WalkingPerson]

Incredibly aesthetically beautiful video! Music is something special! Professionally done work. I got a special pleasure. Thank you!

[@Miguel_ON65]

No words for so excellent work. Congratulations sir.

[@lucashipkins]

When the music kicks back in at 13:09 😱

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Glad you like it buddy :)

[@markbecker8661]

Lots of new equipment I see. Nice.😊

[@Semsfstk.34]

Usta bir film yönetmenin elinden çıkmış Aşk hikayesi gibi. Tebrik ederim.

[@heatedwafflez5475]

Every video's got the - Time machine - Socks - Fantastic music - Breathtaking visuals and angles These videos are done with the same care as these timepieces and I love it.

[@sailwesterly5444]

Great stuff as usual. Fantastic in fact. I miss little old Elma though but the new one is very posh indeed.

[@zeze7930]

awesome. I watched with pleasure. It made me feel like I was watching a good movie.

[@WatchRestorationCottage]

Congrats on the new studio. It looks amazing and as usual, top notch production quality. Bravo sir!

[@AB-jm3iu]

It’s like a surgeon doing a procedure!

[@bmw128racer]

Another restoration masterpiece! 👍 All of your cool equipment is as fascinating as the restoration. 😮

[@kseokju]

I also have a same model of this watch that is not working. Approx 37 years ago my young brother gave it to me for my military service enrollment. I still have it but is not working maybe that is worn out and theqwinding stem is broken. I hope to restore this but I could not find an experts who can repair this old watch around me yet. Thanks for your clip to give me hope to restore my old watch.

[@keksimus__maximus]

Captivating video! Congrats on the new time machine

[@mohammadpourtavakolli]

Amazing job and amazing filming Thanks for such relaxing videos💙

[@SuodesTzeos]

new camera definitely shows up, but also the new lights. i guess the new studio has more than one benefit.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks, yes many things have changed with the new studio 👍

[@Mr-Swayne]

The timing with the music when you dropped in the balance wheel. Chef’s kiss.

[@AndreaDoesYoga]

Incredible restoration, I'm in awe of your skills! ⏱️

[@williamczaja9024]

Outstanding video and restoration. You sir are a master of your trade and have very few peers of equal skill. As a Tool and Die Maker (mostly in sheet metal stampings) for the last 40 years, I can appreciate what it takes to make all those parts that make up a watch movement. Perfect music too, for this.

[@tommern84]

I love that you went all in and gave it a "brand new,straight from the shop" look. I can't stand all of the restoration and leave thst "used patina" look,most of the times. This is gorgeous! I love this video! FLAWLESS job !

[@monkist]

Oh my goodness, how long have I been waiting for something like this! I love Vietnam War-era MIL watches so when I saw YOU restoring one, I immediately gave it a thumbs up (without watching it)! Now I want a Hamilton even more, thanks to you!😉

[@kunzilla]

It says Hong Kong Hamilton Co. in the back of the case cover. I didn't know Hamilton was out sourcing already back in 1980s.

[@MrMiszardo]

Nice to see you are raising the bar of your videos quality. Keep going!

[@bghoody5665]

Nicely done. The fabric wrist band is a great choice.

[@irishbearsfan12]

Soothing music at the end detailing the before and after I believe is was the best choice. IMO a humble fan of this channel 😊

[@arshooter1]

you are an artist, to bring this watch back to life, I enjoyed the video, I have 2 just like this. Semper Fi US Marines 74-78

[@M3T4lL0rD]

Amazing work, beautiful watch

[@jean-francoisparent574]

Just amazing work on this watch and outstanding filming.

[@hockeyrd99]

Awesome job! I have one from April 1984. Mine is a GG-W-113, but the dial and back don't reflect having any radiation. Since the marker lume on mine hadn't "yellowed" that bad, I put white lume back in my hands (not a fan of adding color to lume, since it will effect how it glows). Also found that using white touch-up appliance enamel paint works great on repainting the white parts of the hands.

[@bronzalba1159]

As always, you did a great job, especially the coordinated coloring of the clock hands with the dial, good luck

[@tkhorn53]

You sir are the best in restoration. Keep up the fantastic work .

[@catitocatita3970]

Thanks for the therapy session. The music and the professionalism and perfection is just nice after a tiring day.

[@Wawrzino]

Nice Elma equipment upgrade ;)

[@franksando635]

Beautiful Restoration 👍🏆

[@aaf877]

Wow your production quality has really ramped up! It's so cool to see you try new things. I love the mixture of music and ambient.

[@jonny9596]

What is not to love about this channel. Wonderful restoration 😊

[@biblomatic]

Got some new tools in the workshop. The videos look more refined too

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks 😊 it's a new camera too

[@clhagy]

It’s like watching a painter or sculptor work. Fantastic!

[@Mike-rm1vw]

Stunning work, as always… 👍👍👍

[@zer0c00l44]

These videos are absolutely mind blowingly good. Superb production value in every respect!

[@user-dm4nk6gh3b]

Потрясающая работа. Часы супер.!!!

[@davethursfield9283]

Your videos are always a pleasure to watch. 🙂 Just the right length. Plus you have some really cool stuff. Especially the time machine.

[@GableEnder9]

Mesmerising!! Beautiful watch, too!

[@tubincubin98]

Been a while since I watched one of your wonderful videos, love the new equipment, but part of me liked the old school (vintage) equipment. Well done.

[@kobayashim]

It is great to see the progress in you. I am pretty sure you were really good at your job before starting a KZbin channel. but looking at how you and the tools have evolved over the past few years, it is very motivating. Thank you for all the videos. Thank you!

[@ubertoby]

I wish you’d kept the original dial, it looked so cool!

[@TheDustinleeclark]

Nooooo, 😢 I miss the old time machine, and vintage equipment... glad your doing well tho.

[@johngassmann9581]

Brilliant job matching the color for the lume.

[@alanpreston3111]

Beautiful in every way , love the mixing vessel for the lume 😂😂👍🏻

[@melodicchronic5181]

Wow!! You have come a long way. You must be doing very well, lots of new expensive toys to use. Very cool. Love your work and love this watch. Where do you sell these after you restore them??

[@OldGlaseye-gf7si]

I had one of these in the early 70s(retired USN Aviator)...wish I kept it, no idea where it went.. "Combat Watch".... GREAT video..done to music, no commentary..best that way.

[@richarddorre9021]

This is amazing work!

[@skigdividerx4991]

Outstanding as usual!

[@jpompeusbn]

Oi, sou do Brasil e admiro muito o seu trabalho.

[@zaphod_beeblerox]

Im so sorry for your loss my condolences to both you and your family, Hey! wait What! its a video about a watch restoration!

[@gonzalorodriguez6032]

The soundtrack on this video 🔥 art of restoration at its finest.i tip my hat to you sir

[@jacknesbitt240]

Love the radioactive symbol on the face of the watch, and the colour scheme is great too

[@darrencheshire8546]

Fabulous, meticulous restoration 👏🏻👏🏻☺️

[@awesomeak47]

Fantastic way you put this video together.

[@Kim_Ferraglia]

Ogni volta si rimane incantati ad ammirare la maestria e la bellezza del tuo lavoro, altro video stupendo, suggestivo e con un risultato finale fantastico! Bravo!