Replacing a Quartz Movement in a Wristwatch | 1980's Seiko Dress Watch

Replacing a quartz movement… finding the right movement, how to install, what can go wrong and how to fix it!
Watch Part 1.) Reviving 3 Forgotten Quartz Watches | 25 Years in a Drawer...Let's get them running! - • Wristwatch Restoration...
In this video I replace the movement in my 1980’s vintage Seiko dress watch. Spoiler alert - this didn’t go as planned! Parts got stuck and carnage ensued. Then I thought something was horribly wrong…but everything turned out great. This is my story…
Index of downloadable Seiko Data Sheets can be found here: seikoserviceusa.com/uploads/d...
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Index:
00:00 Introduction
00:59 opening a watch
01:19 removing the stem and uncasing the watch
01:45 removing the hands
05:35 using razor blades to lift a wheel gear
07:22 how to identify the movement to buy a new one
10:30 installing the new movement
11:23 reinstalling the hands
13:47 cleaning the dial
14:34 recasing the movement
16:30 do we have a problem?
17:57 new gasket, new strap
19:40 outtakes
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[@setnow4265]

Great closeups! You always come up with creative solutions to problems as they pop up.

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks so much! 😁 this project threw me some unexpected curves but I'm really happy with how it turned out. Please check out part one of this video, link in the description. Thanks for watching!

[@johanvandersandt8904]

Looking forward to it! 😀👌

[@jamesbockman4360]

I have replaced batteries in two different Seiko watches that have not started working immediately but you could see the second hand " trying" to move. I basically started tapping around the movement (back of the watch was off). Both watches are now working. I figured since they were not working it would not hurt to tap them in a rough manner. You should beat on your older movement and see if it starts working.

[@WatchWithMike]

I've also heard that running the watch through a demagnetizer can get it to work, if it has locked up. If they are dead then it is worth a try!

[@cesarpeirano5691]

The more honest video i see.

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks!

[@Vikkar1]

So glad there's a new video! I love watching these and learning along with you through the mistakes and successes. Keep at it and keep posting these videos Mike!😄

[@WatchWithMike]

I’m so glad I have viewers like you who are enjoying them! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️ More videos are on the way!

[@jonconlon5440]

This was great. I almost thought I was watching my problems last week on my watch bench. It's so nice not to feel alone. Thanks for sharing.

[@WatchWithMike]

@jonconlon5440 - I'm so glad to hear that I'm not the only one, too! Even if it's two steps forward, one step back, that's still progress - right? 😆

[@AliexpressWatch]

Mike, this was helpful. Thanks for showing the good and stumbles.

[@WatchWithMike]

You are welcome! We learned by stumbling. 😁

[@jeremygraham7976]

And I actually found exactly what I was looking for in this video about the dial washer thank you!!

[@WatchWithMike]

Excellent! You're welcome.

[@jeromedenmark7587]

I went to watch school back in the early 90’s and enjoyed it very much. I like watching your videos because they remind me of techniques and things I had almost forgotten. I’m getting back into the watch hobby thanks for the videos

[@WatchWithMike]

Hi Jerome, you're welcome! I wish I had been exposed to watchmaking when I was younger. Where did you go to watch school?

[@jeromedenmark7587]

Bishop State community college In Mobile,Alabama

[@oasisjuani]

I LOVED this video. Keep up the good work. Cheers!

[@WatchWithMike]

@oasisjuani - and I love hearing that! More content on the way - thanks for watching! 😀

[@pepebel2809]

Fantastic work! And great watch.

[@WatchWithMike]

Thank you so much… I appreciate you watching!

[@philipbrailey]

Great video.Keep up the good work. Thanks.

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks very much, I appreciate the words of encouragement! 😁

[@andysmith819]

Fascinating

[@WatchWithMike]

@andysmith819 - Thanks Andy! This project presented lots of twists.

[@jacobconcannon4677]

have the same watch, your videos are great and helping me start out in watch making! please keep going

[@WatchWithMike]

Hi Jacob, thanks for checking in! Watchmaking is a great hobby… I'm thoroughly enjoying it, and I'm glad my channel is encouraging others. Yes, I plan to keep going and sharing my experiences. So nice to have you aboard! 😁

[@johanvandersandt8904]

Man I am learning so much from these! Keep up the good work good sir!

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks John! I'll be posting another video shortly that shows this watch and 2 others getting overhauled. Stay tuned!

[@johanvandersandt8904]

@@WatchWithMike Sounds awesome! Looking forward to it.

[@ElderPinto254]

awesome if you work on watches you noticed the smalest things that you otherwise take for normal like the jumping hour hand .... love the channel mike !!!

[@WatchWithMike]

Elder Pinto, thanks! What you say is so true… Watchmaking helps you focus on the smallest details, which leads to a greater appreciation. I find that this level of concentration has extended to other parts of my life, and made me happier overall. 😁 I am so glad to have you as a viewer!

[@gunnerman1880]

It was kinda fun watching some body who like myself likes to tinker without really knowing what they are doing. Making mistakes cos that's what happens. Currently I need a vd57b quartz movement to replace in my invicta watch. Not easy to find. And I know they'll charge me way more than I paid for the watch to repair it. 😢

[@WatchWithMike]

I'm really enjoying matchmaking as a hobby, and believe it or not I've been making really good progress! If you've got the time and the patience, it's definitely more affordable and more rewarding to repair watches yourself. I was surprised how inexpensively I was able to find replacement quartz movements, but sometimes you have to wait a while before you find the right one at the right price. Don't give up your search… DIY is the way to go! 😄

[@tanjh3989]

I must say this is a great video with clear and educational content! I have a watch that it is ticking, how ever when it reaches 12 midnight then then date is changing the minute hand just doesn't move anymore. Do you have idea what could be the problem?

[@WatchWithMike]

@tanjh3989 - Thanks for the nice comments! If I had to guess, your watch just needs a service. When oil dries up or dirt gets in, the calendar changing at midnight creates friction. If the watch isn't running strong enough, it will stop the watch. Coincidentally, I have a video coming out this Friday that discusses this. Stay tuned!

[@setnow4265]

Follow up comment...I'm glad you showed your mistakes so I can avoid them! People edit their mistakes out of these videos and it's educational to actually see them. Thanks again!

[@WatchWithMike]

You're welcome again! This channel is all about the journey, mistakes (opportunities for learning?) included!

[@Bianchi77]

Nice video, well done, thanks :)

[@WatchWithMike]

Thank you too! I appreciate you watching. 😁

[@michael5089]

Very helpful thanks! Great channel and subbed from England!!❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿⌚⌚⌚🕦🕦

[@WatchWithMike]

Excellent! Welcome!

[@jeromedenmark7587]

Good job

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks Jerome! 😀

[@29CdoSnipes]

Why did you not use a single layer of plastic instead of the double layer bag?

[@WatchWithMike]

The double layer protects from the hand lever cutting through. The plastic bag was thicker, I may have only used a single layer.

[@jeremygraham7976]

I like how you don’t cut anything out and keep it original with all the hoops you had to jump threw I like this video!! Good job

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks Jeremy! Deciding what to leave in and what to cut out is not an exact science, so it's nice to get feedback like yours. 😁

[@Tazovskyy]

Hey mike, i tried myself fixing an old Casio by completely stripping the movement and putting it back together . It was not functional before and worked perfectly for 3 months. Last days randomly stopped for 30 minutes and then kicked right back off without losing any time. Do you have any idea what could cause it? The battery is new !

[@WatchWithMike]

If you are not losing time, then it sounds like a connection to the display.

[@mokumholland5640]

Weird things happens to weirdo’s… Btw, I can attest 😅

[@WatchWithMike]

@mokumholland5640 - You bet, my friend! For every weird occurrence I see an equally weird and wonderful solution. It certainly keeps things interesting!

[@mokumholland5640]

@@WatchWithMike that's the spirit !!!

[@accountaccount887]

甘样修理有开无搞错

[@WatchWithMike]

I don't know!

[@quanngo4852]

Like cho 🎉 giải cứu những bánh xe chuyển động

[@WatchWithMike]

Thank you! 😁

[@coyotecarguy2076]

👍

[@WatchWithMike]

Thanks Al!

[@frankevega]

Hello I have a seiko quartz with digital bottom that needs to be restored

[@WatchWithMike]

Hi Franke! I hope this video helps!

[@gunnerman1880]

Mate why didn't you tear the bag so half thickness 😢

[@WatchWithMike]

Lol, hindsight is 20/20! 😂

[@FransvandeKamp]

Laying the dial face down on the cushion with the hands attached might not be the best idea

[@WatchWithMike]

Hi Frans, I agree! Fortunately no harm done! 😁