Thanks for the encouragement. And thanks for watching
@fabio.domingos4 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
@DonnyHooterHoot4 жыл бұрын
No it's just a job. Stop exagerating
@Lumby14 жыл бұрын
Your meticulous work with tiny beautiful machines, your calm, quiet commentary, the unobtrusive music, I could almost fall asleep, if i weren't so absolutely fascinated. I wish I could do what you do, but I'm happy to watch and admire. These are among the most calming videos I've found, well done, sir.
@bobwilson85454 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how much more complicated that movement is with the addition of an alarm function. I've always been in awe of you guys who can build and repair these little machines, but I've never really thought about the people who actually design these complications. They must be some mad geniuses!
@frankroper32744 жыл бұрын
This guy is a true maestro...if he can't fix it then it is not worth fixing! I have watched many videos here and this guy is the best on youtube.
@allinacan4 жыл бұрын
So therapeutic. This should be prescribed for people who suffer from anxiety
@rameshjainani28682 жыл бұрын
Am not in anyway qualified to even open up a watch. Watching this video makes me happier knowing its complex parts and having this watch for the longest time.
@broderickblocker71064 жыл бұрын
But - It Wants To Run! That alone makes it worth the effort. Man after my own heart, love these watch rescue videos!
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
@pedro silva - The manual for this movement states 180 degrees and above. We got it above ;)
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Broderick
@bjorngylemo4 жыл бұрын
Watching you save these neglected watches is great fun. Thanks!
@ralphf89514 жыл бұрын
Incredible. There is a joy in bringing forgotten machanical things back to life. You are truely a gifted master!!!
@fishman19554 жыл бұрын
I can't believe you restored that watch. It is great to see something so abused come back to good life. I actually like the wear and tear on the face. It gives the watch character.
@zamSEG4 жыл бұрын
you sir are one of the gifted people with patience and steady hands. really love your works. keep it coming. :)
@malcolmvanlangenberg4 жыл бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed watching an artist at work. Brilliant.
@pederlindstrom31324 жыл бұрын
Hello Mark, Sweden here again. I felt I had a anxiety/panic attack comming on a while ago, felt the need to combat that with a few meds and as I did this video came up in the feed,, watched it of course. Soft background music and that gentle voice.. Much better now. Thank you Mark.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
glad to hear that Peder :)
@joshua222674 жыл бұрын
Be careful with the pills. If there benzos they cause a nasty addiction. I would know
@bofustjohnson10 күн бұрын
You have done a fine bit of repair work on this unique little beauty. Never heard whether the Bell-Omatic actually made a sound. It is of course more than adequate as a day/date timepiece. You went just far enough. Leaving the original dial and hands was a good call. Thank You for the presentation.
@dennissorensen87654 жыл бұрын
I inherited a Bullhead from my dad. He died a year ago now and I would love to honor his memory by repairing it myself. He was a watchmaker, but I haven't opened a watch since I was a teen, though, so I think it might be good for me to watch a few instruction videos to get my memory up to date and fill in all the blanks. 😊
@theinsanityunleashed4 жыл бұрын
These back from the dead restoration videos are by far my favorites of all your videos.
@davidsmith27744 жыл бұрын
I love how conservative and understated a lot of the older watches are...beautiful work and watch.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Cheers. Really appreciate that.
@gerdamelle3 жыл бұрын
It was fate that the bellmatic has found you. I am sure it is crying with tears in its eyes. So happy for you. Your work was simple unbelievable!
@TalhahMahomedy4 жыл бұрын
How do not scream “it’s alive!” Once it starts running? Love your videos. Keep them coming.
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Seikos are a family tradition and you provide great tutorials!
@r0yalew1thcheese4 жыл бұрын
I feel like building a rocket would be easier
@thomassavage5274 жыл бұрын
Einstein wanted to be a watchmaker...tells ya somthin.
@TroubadourJuggernaut4 жыл бұрын
hahahaha, yeah really !
@leonghk124 жыл бұрын
@@thomassavage527 instead, he solved time.
@z_actual4 жыл бұрын
agreed rocket science is like, way overrated put a big enough banger under it and its gonna go up dont ask me how I know this, ... I still get flashbacks
@cameronogden78934 жыл бұрын
@@thomassavage527 pppppeewppppppp0pppppppepppppppppppwwpwppwepppppe0w0ppppppppwpwpwwwpppppppppwwpppppppppppppppppppppppwppppewwppwppwpppppppwppppeppwpeepwwppwppwwwewwpwpwwwpwwwwwwwpewwwwpwe0weepwppppeepwwwwqwwpwewpwpwpewwwwwpwpp0eppp0p0wpwwew0ppeeepppiwpewww0ppppwwwewwweweweepweewwwepqwwpwwwewwwqewqpwwpewpewwwqwwwwweewpwewwwpwwweqwwwwpwwwpwppepppwwwepiwwpwppwqwppwwwwpeqwpwwwpppqill come show u the wraps.and my sun burnt organ anyway
@BeardyBaldyBob4 жыл бұрын
Ordered one for myself off ebay based off this video. Got it today, the case and strap are all beat to hell, but once I opened her up... JOY! The movement and face are immaculate! I'm super chuffed. Will give her a service and then once I've refinished and plated the case and strap she'll be beautiful again. Cheers!
@72polara4 жыл бұрын
The watch looks great! I love seeing things repaired, or repairing them myself, that most people would throw out. Nothing better than rusty junk coming back to life.
@paulbrady7014 жыл бұрын
No need to apologise for the continuity in the filming we all know where the true expertise in your uploads is and that is in the fantastic watch making skill you continually serve up for us.Thank you for taking the time and effort to educate and entertain us .👍🏻
@moofdoggmike4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed “watching” you bring this timepiece back to life. Highly skilled and artful... big thumbs up.
@randynovick79724 жыл бұрын
Dear Sweet Louise, what a bucket of bolts. It impresses me to no end that you were able to find a runner in that mess. I'm amazed at how much time you spent on it, too. If I figure your time at a hundred bucks an hour, plus the cost of the piece itself, it cost you over a thousand, here, I'm guessing. I'm also going to guess that the personal satisfaction and entertainment value of the work probably exceeds that amount. It was amazing to see. Thanks, Mark, for sharing the amazing journey.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Randy Novick - Appreciate the comment
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
COMPETITION WINNER ANNOUNCED HERE: at 36:00 I purchased a complete junker of a Seiko Bellmatic with a 4006A movement inside. This movement and the watch as a whole was rusted solid to the point that the hands could not be altered and the movement did not run at all. Join me as I strip this down and attempt to make it run again.
@kronossonork69944 жыл бұрын
How much did you sell it for?
@randyallen27714 жыл бұрын
Great job of showing how a junk watch can be made useful again with enough skill. Thanks for taking time to put this togeather and sharing!
@Nirfin4 жыл бұрын
Of all the great content you've uploaded, this is by far my favourite video! I've also taken to repairing absolute junkers, and although I don't always succeed, when it does its so much more rewarding
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thanks - Appreciate the comment Antti
@kennethconnors53164 жыл бұрын
your patience is incredible, it is a complete change when finished
@jbbrabant4 жыл бұрын
This video made my day. You are amazing. Your videos relax me and teach me. I own a Seiko Bellmatic 4006-6037 in much better shape than your patient. You brought it out of the ICU like the genius that you are. Thanks so much!!!
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Cheers. Really appreciate that.
@librada01pm4 жыл бұрын
As ever, I did watch until the end of the video to see if you forget some parts; but you really are a great professional, man...!!! I don't know how you can deal with so many stirring parts everywhere and never forget nothing. CONGRATULATIONS...!!!
@miker55024 жыл бұрын
This was fun and relaxing to “ watch”...pun intended! Great to see an older and abused watch given new life. Cheers from Nova Scotia, Canada.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thanks - Appreciate the comment Michael
@johnjenin32793 жыл бұрын
I have been following your videos for a rather long time, I have to say that you are an exquisite watchmaker.
@GeordsYouTube4 жыл бұрын
Such a great watch two reasons it’s a Seiko and it has a mechanical alarm, been on my watch wish list for a while
@kswaminathan54394 жыл бұрын
This is amazing work. A very complicated movement done so easily. You are a thoroughbred professional.
@jasongrime28914 жыл бұрын
Great video. A pleasure to watch! Surprising how much you can learn just by observing. Having just completed your Level two course I think this is a project to far for me at the moment but still, inspirational. Thank you.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jason
@Tanzes4 жыл бұрын
Your videos are like therapy to me. After a hard day's work, a lullaby for sleep.
@jeffintoronto57124 жыл бұрын
I could hear the watch thank you when you were applying lubricant.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@paulkennedy6674 жыл бұрын
It's good that you were able to make this repair, quite impressive. Has complications, but a nice challenge. Thanks Mark.
@macklee68374 жыл бұрын
Amazing vid, amazing work! I really enjoyed watching that 😍❤
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mack
@youtubiefun4 жыл бұрын
Don't change anything. First time time seeing your work. Not everyone has the ability to bring back the dead. Keep up the resurrections. 👍👍👍👍
@frankschroth40384 жыл бұрын
" Has been treated like an golden egg!!" Laughing my bud off!! ;)
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
it's a "Special" watch :)
@frankschroth40384 жыл бұрын
@@WatchRepairChannel I bet it is!! ;)
@JosBrito4 жыл бұрын
A pleasure to watch. I do have one of these somewhere, it used to belong to my father but isn't working as it should. Won't be dismantling it any time soon... respect.
@Spankedchicken4 жыл бұрын
and I can’t even put a sandwich together
@Petarkili4 жыл бұрын
Please make more this type of videos as these watches they always tell a story and there is always something new to see and learn. PERFECTTTTT
@buchnoun4 жыл бұрын
what is that blue grease that he's using to oil the stem?
@johnmoorefilm4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making these superb films, they are so well photographed and edited, such a great cure for stress and anxiety! Much appreciated Mark
@brainsironically4 жыл бұрын
13:48: That's the time when one of my cats would decide to "help" and jump up on the bench and knock everything all over the floor.
@embalmer57364 жыл бұрын
lol yes I use to allow my cats into my work area, until I came home and found that they helped me clear my bench.
@oOoScarecrow31oOo4 жыл бұрын
😂😂😝
@donlunn7924 жыл бұрын
@Brains ironically. 🤣🤣 yes both cats would jump on my lap when I had a soldering iron in my hand.Electronics was not the best hobby with Cats who adore you. 👍👍 But I wish that they were still with me. Bless them. My late Wife used to say to me,it’s a shame that you can’t attract women like you can attract Cats.. 😁😁😁.
@davidvonjanowski98288 ай бұрын
Amazing video - just seen! I have had one of these same watches from new. Recently repaired and cleaned after wearing whilst sailing and subject to a small ingress of sea water causing rust. (The watch over the years was no longer sealed.) After repair and cleaning the watch looses about 3 seconds a day whilst being worn and gains about 3 seconds a day overnight when placed face up. So, with a routine - I do not have to adjust the watch. 🙂 Watching your video gives me an insight into the workings of this timepiece. In 1977 the watch was being worn and survived a fire undamaged - more than I can say for me. Thank you. Watch is not for sale by the way 🙂
@mrgallbladder4 жыл бұрын
How do you know where everything goes after you take everything apart, and what's the purple stuff you keep applying, some sort of lubricant?
@natfingerboard4 жыл бұрын
because he is a watch maker
@javier7high4 жыл бұрын
I think that if the watch was alive it would be really grateful for what you've done for it and by giving it a second chance.
@leereyno4 жыл бұрын
"Luckily, I had a spare one."
@alexyo39274 жыл бұрын
It's up to you, it's an honest watch showing it's been worn. You did a fantastic job reviving this watch
@DonFatherTrump4 жыл бұрын
I wish they would make a new mechanical alarm watch.
@marekeos4 жыл бұрын
I find this video more relaxing than lying on a beach in the Bahamas. Love your channel...and thanks for taking the time to make these!
@panjandrum.conundrum4 жыл бұрын
Somebody's been watchin This Old Tony :)
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Hey - not so much of the old!!! I'm not yet 50 ;) By the way - how did you know my middle name is Tony - I don't think I ever made that public.
@boj4ngles4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchRepairChannel kzbin.info
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
@@boj4ngles Cool - thanks, looks great.
@GodzillaGoesGaga4 жыл бұрын
I think he's referring to a KZbin channel by a guy called "This Old Tony" who's funny and brilliant at the same time. Similar humour!!
@timemoney27754 жыл бұрын
It is good to know there is a skilled watchmaker living in my country. Welcome.
@Robert_DeVille4 жыл бұрын
And tonight on Friday 13th, we're going to pick a "lucky" winner.................
@whigsvolt4 жыл бұрын
I have just Signed up and Mark i have watched many hours of watch repairs on your chanel. I am a watch collector and find your videos very theraputic and satisfying and wish i had the skills to do the restorations you do. Thanks for the efforts you put in to the chanel and keep them coming,
@arthurkurtz24484 жыл бұрын
Note to self: Stop marking up watches with arrows!
@breitling254 жыл бұрын
I just had to watch this video wearing my 1970 Bellmatic, purchased new while stationed in Saigon a lifetime ago. It still looks and runs like new although it's gold look plating is thinning. I love to wear it to a quiet dinner with friends and set the alarm to go off mid evening. Creates a great conversation point as most people have never heard a mechanical alarm. Congrats on the beautiful video and great resurrection. I always love your music choices. I know who i want working on my Bellmatic when next it needs service.
@gerza714 жыл бұрын
I don't know what is more relaxing, you doing the watch or the music in the background.
@pabloberro91544 жыл бұрын
One of my hobbies is scale modelling. What you do is simply AMAZING.
@topcyclebfk2874 жыл бұрын
Sir I'm asking you to never say that your job is not interesting. You are an artist. It's very relaxing to watch your craftsmanship
@TheSlySight4 жыл бұрын
Restoring watches like this is a noble pursuit. I tip my metaphorical hat to you sir.
@Tito_Viera4 жыл бұрын
Dear watchmaker, isn't only hard gained knowledge, you're a gifted man!! God help to this art never get lost.
@Looey Жыл бұрын
Again I was glued to my laptop. Excellent video. So different 'cause the watch had been neglected. As I watched, I was thinking of the contrast: The watch as you received it vs how tenderly you breathed life into it. In general, your commentary makes these videos fun! ...and often humorous. Plus, I am learning names of parts, etc., etc.
@maneeshs20054 жыл бұрын
Wonderful bringing to life a watch that wanted to live. You played the doctor to a dying patient
@jaxnean26634 жыл бұрын
I don't know how I ended up here. At first I said there is no way I am going to watch this over 30 minute video but I ended up watching the whole thing and I enjoyed every bit of it! it is actually therapeutic and it makes you appreciate mechanical working of a watch and the amazing talent and delicacy needed to fix such stuff. You are one talented mechanical surgeon!
@teddill48934 жыл бұрын
Turned out great! I love that you left the dial and hands as is. Better to leave them be.
@adibee884 жыл бұрын
This was an excellent restoration and I'm really happy you left the patina on the indices!
@TheChadWork20014 жыл бұрын
You brought new life and all the components are working together to do what they were designed to do. Great work.
@owlpoodle3554 жыл бұрын
You are an excellent watchmaker and an even better teacher. Thanks.
@smeege7074 жыл бұрын
Enjoy seeing old watches brought back to life!
@BarnOwl614 жыл бұрын
The work you did on the remains of , once a very proud watch, are nothing short of a miracle Sir! A pleasure to watch too.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement. And thanks for watching
@DilipMutum4 жыл бұрын
Amazing. I can change straps ad the occasional battery change. However, I would definitely leave watch restoration to the experts. Love your videos.
@alfredneumann46924 жыл бұрын
After 10 minutes i thought, he never will get this thing back together. Never. I was wrong. Great video. Regards from Germany. I also use a Seiko automatic.
@phoenixrising45734 жыл бұрын
I don't see myself ever rebuilding a watch, I dont wear one (and certainly not mens watches), but your videos are so entertaining. Watching a quality craftsman giving a wonderful discussion or tutorial for a wonderful piece of workmanship, is always fun!
@LolLol-ww5un2 жыл бұрын
You amazed me, I can watch you all day long.
@dodgecity60834 жыл бұрын
Hello. I love doing the same thing to guns. Taking the old and forgotten and making them like new again. I've been looking into watchmaking as a hobby. It looks so rewarding. This video is the best example I seen of someone who does it for the art and appreciation. You sir have a new fan.
@donlunn7924 жыл бұрын
I think that you should take no notice whatsoever of any negative comments.This is quality workmanship.From someone who loves what they do. Brilliant vid. Love all of the Watch repair vids that I have seen on you tube. Glad I have found yet more vids to watch , adding yet another interest to my many other interests. Love it, disregard the naysayers and trolls. There is not one vid on you tube that doesn’t have a number of thumbs down. It means nothing. Only that the idiots abound. Hiding behind their keyboard. Great Vid,keep them coming. Now subscribed.
@jpeabody11554 жыл бұрын
I know that you have years of training and experience. But I am still amazed at how you remember how these are re-assembled. Yes. Truly an art.
@scotth68484 жыл бұрын
Once again, I love seeing vintage watches saved and restored, two thumbs up! This was a lot of work Mark, but once again you have shown us why you are the Master! Thank you for rescuing this watch!
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scott
@michaelreeves81644 жыл бұрын
Well, Ireally thought it would have been a write off. Amazing work from an artist.
@alvaropinto57124 жыл бұрын
You performed a small miracle here! Well done!!
@mdaydj4 жыл бұрын
Forget Archie Luxury..... No watch is Junk until this man says it is !!! You Sir are the very definition of "craftsman"
@Igor-de7zz4 жыл бұрын
I know very little about watches, but I could spend all day watching this channel. Seriously, great work. And the background relaxing music is excellent. And your attitude when you make mistakes is something to be proud of ! Keep up the good work.
@gildersleevee4 жыл бұрын
I would be proud to wear that watch. Like you say, it not only is keeping good time, but it comes with a story all its own. I like your style and attention to detail and knowledge about watches and keeping them working. Cheers.
@TBaker-dx1vc4 жыл бұрын
I think you have the patience of a saint and the skill of a master! I always enjoy watching your videos.
@felixa.17034 жыл бұрын
WOW, all your videos are TOP stuff, better than any other tutorials. But this one, i just love it. I own a bellmatic that suddenly stopped and before i open it i wanted to check if there was anything on 4006A and here you are again. I've been watching your videos for a few months. I love mechanical watches -own some 80 of them- and have bought a beguinners bunch of tools and used them for a while doing some easy projects and looking at (manily) your tutorials for advice, instructions and help. I'm genuinely considering taking your courses cos since a few months i'm very excited to get watches restored and repaired. It looks i'm getting bored of restoring and repairing vintage lambrettas and need something else to keep me alive, so anyway, 1000's thanx for your great work which more than anything i TRULY RESPECT. You're a master. Greetings from Spain. (and as the comment below states, i also feel like building a rocket would be easier, so i'll probably leave this bellmatic for a later stage in where i'd be more confident in stripping it and get it done... :-(
@gopium19764 жыл бұрын
This was soothing to watch. It tells a story leave it as is.
@benerabilis4 жыл бұрын
Not overrestored. Everything done to make the watch work. Fantastic!
@shotgunjim1itemsofinterest8684 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed watching the video on the restoration of that 1970s watch I have an old Timex automatic from my dad when he passed away I found still works just needs work I wish you were somebody like you around to repair it
@stevealagna41134 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how you're able to take to watch apart and put it back together. I really enjoy your videos
@tonydeltablues4 жыл бұрын
There's no real good reason I should have found your channel - but I'm glad I did: it's fascinating work; wonderful skill on display; it's therapeutic and calming. You sir, are a true gentleman :-)
@megamediker4 жыл бұрын
I marvel at your craftmanship, outstanding. I am a great fan of second life in so many cases. My watches are old, I had them restored (I am not patient enough for that, rather restore cars). But it is sure nice to see these work again. So thanks for the vids, it has been worth any second, Roland from good old Germany.
@WatchRepairChannel4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement megamediker. And thanks for watching
@JeremySmith-kd7te2 жыл бұрын
I'm finally servicing one! Thank you for your videos. The most difficult part is the alarm spring. I can't wait till lesson 4 is available on your watch course!
@cressu4 жыл бұрын
You make an art from your profession. Splendid restoration...
@haidweng79484 жыл бұрын
after i see u video ,i purchase a bell matic on ebay from japan. i really like it