Restoration of a Police Officer´s Gold Watch - 1940´s Bulova Excellency

This time I´m restoring a Bulova Excellency from the 1940´s. It´s powered by the Bulova 7AA Caliber. I got this watch from one of my biggest fans and supporters. He got this watch from his dad (a police officer in Clarksville) and all watchmakers refused to repair it... until now.
Case and Glass are scratched, dial and the hands are corroded and the movement is running wild.
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[@officialpoof]

It may be a biased opinion but I dare say one of the best restorations so far!

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks mate 😊👍 it was a pleasure to work on that watch, hope you like the result even when it's back with you ⌚

[@joseluisgarcia4266]

Agree!! 👍🏻🤠

[@niktorro6946]

Нет не самая лудшая , он цыферблат не смог отреставрировать .

[@RichThomson]

New to this channel bro? 😊

[@adaopereira4360]

😊❤😊❤😊❤😊

[@jimnden]

My father had a watch exactly like this one. It passed to me when he died. Unfortunately, not long after, someone broke into my house and stole it (and other items). But it really broke my heart to lose his watch. Miss you, pop.

[@antonirulofs]

I was able to restore my father's watch myself, but I miss him too much!

[@ktl711]

Although frustrating for the owner, I'm glad that the other shops refused to work on it, so that we all had the chance to see you work your magic on it! You did great honor to his father -- well done, and thank you!

[@speedyspooley]

I have a similar watch, an Elgin, that other watchmakers have refused to work on. It's a shame that something could survive this long, yet be considered "useless".

[@davidcrandall4958]

Speedy I'm sure you noticed the equipment involved! IF the shops you went to had that equipment,they would have to charge You quite a bit! They simply don't Care to or can't go to the Expense!

[@pauliewalnuts5241]

​@@davidcrandall4958well said and I agree

[@lightronv]

In a world where mediocrity and incompetence are everywhere, these videos, with their exactness and professionalism, are like a fascinating ray of light. Kudos!

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks 😊

[@CaptainRon1913]

Especially with the Christmas socks

[@petrub27]

chill man, he is just repairing watches

[@_rightreligion]

​@@RedDeadRestoration Hello, there is an old Bulova pocket watch that looks golden, and I want to check if it is original or not. It looks like a wonderful masterpiece. How do I contact you to send you pictures?

[@davidcrandall4958]

​@@petrub27And What are you? A Nuclear physicist?

[@RMBigUnit]

My uncle gave me the exact same watch back in the late sixties. I still have it. Had it cleaned up in the late eighties. Still runs. I will keep it forever.

[@george12]

I never saw in my life, someone more professional than you. No matter what level you beat or who. You have all my respect .

[@morotti4738]

It's nice that there are people like you who keep important cultural assets alive for posterity. Thank you.😊😊

[@xellbot]

Фантастическое удовольствие, наблюдать за работой мастера, настоящего профессионала! 100/100!

[@Picasso_Picante92]

You are truly a talented person. I'm at awe at how you worked your repair magic.

[@gromit1996]

Just wonderful. Thank you for your precision and care for something that is timeless and has so much sentiment attached to it. In a world where we throw away so much, it is heartening to see you restore so many things to their former beauty.

[@the_once-and-future_king.]

+6 seconds/day and zero beat error on an 80 year old watch? That's....damn awesome!

[@mrfeelgood561]

Whoever this guy is, he is a master watchmaker, incredible

[@mikelob6707]

I have an old bulova ambassador with this same exact movement actually, super helpful video for me

[@aminsaid4379]

First time seeing an original Bulova USA movement. My first Bulova is the 98A255 field watch, Miyota movement. Now u made me believe that indeed Bulova is one of the best watch maker from USA. Thank u👍

[@ZiptoZapto]

The scale of this just blows me away. Its so tiny, my mind has a hard time wrapping my head around it!

[@thomasmoore3673]

And if you think this was hard imagine what skills needed to build it in the 1st place. Simply amazing. I am a PE and I am amazed.

[@ThePosiamus]

That soothes my mind. Brings me away from the mayhem these days. Appreciate the good. And on top of all, this is my absolutely favored design for wrist watches. Square, real numbers (Ziffern). No Schnickschnack. Classic. Thank you for preserving this precious.

[@skookumjack]

This is the next level of professionalism ..... Is there any kind of equipment not in this workshop! Just wow 👌 👏.....

[@ShiroArctic]

I feel like the little bit of patina left on the dial just completes the whole look. It's like seeing just a little bit of this watch's history on display, and I think there's something beautiful about that.

[@KingZarus]

I believe that he actually replaced the dial with another one, without the crack. It’s the only point of critique I have on this otherwise amazingly produced video. I’d rather see the old dial in.

[@freqenc]

Chef kiss on that patina, right? I was stationed at Ft. Campbell so Clarksville is home. Amazing resto and watch.

[@onixotto]

Very impressive use of alien technologies to bring this masterpiece back.

[@girishkurlekar-yd6cv]

Very good restoration of USA 🇺🇸 Bulova . This watch was famous at that time, as one other company “Cyma”” produced similar watch design & still it is with me & working accurately.

[@pauliewalnuts5241]

I recently found a Bulova accutron 10KT rolled gold watch at a yard sale.

[@jameshain1248]

A beautiful timepiece restored, a family regains an heirloom. Thank you

[@Zirler]

She is absolute gorgeous and your work outstanding…. Respect

[@jatco84]

Just a follow-up on my previous review..in that this is a fabulous job on restoring this 1940' Bulova... Im sure he, the family are so pleased with the outcome. Great work, cleaning all the parts and making it run once again as it should.

[@edmundo.santiago]

Watching your work (restoration and video production) is like therapy. Thank you!

[@ukrnike]

Невероятное терпение и такой кропотливый труд! 👏 Bravo!

[@dirtlump]

I own a 1931 Longines Tank watch that appears very similar.... amazing detail.

[@johanbtheman]

I like that you/customer kept the dial display intact. Nice patina

[@jakecrib9971]

That was great! It's so nice you can restore these beautiful old timepieces.

[@MrHardhatharry]

Well done restoration of a vintage Bulova! Really appreciate your skills.

[@MrCrystalcranium]

Just beautiful That watch was a corroded mess. The case restoration was excellent but getting the movement to that level of accuracy with no beat error is nothing short of magical. Fantastic work!

[@max.m.8873]

👍👏Excellent restoration, bravo. They look like an eight-day fireplace clock of the early twentieth century.

[@Johnny-Too-Bad]

Love the fact that there's just enough patina and history left in the watch to show its age.

[@vilmostoth3096]

BEST RESTORATION I HAVE SEEN......EXCELLENT PHOTOGRAPHY...ENJOYABLE TO WATCH...

[@ericdouglas9804]

Really nice. Clarksville is only thirty miles from me and was my paternal grandmother’s home. Awesome restoration

[@govindankelunair1081]

A well experienced technician. Congratulations

[@victorjemeljascenkov9573]

This clock and before and now were very expencive ,perfect job!!!

[@nikolaroshupkin5410]

To watch excellent job like this is like meditation ! It brings peacefulness and satisfaction.

[@Kim_Ferraglia]

Per tutti quelli che amano gli orologi i tuoi video sono una vera meraviglia, splendide visioni di grande professionalità e passione! Complimenti dalla Svizzera!

[@robalexander7348]

A wonderful restoration of this lovely old Bulova watch, the owner will be so greatful of your amazing skills restoring it. Thank You 👍 Au

[@brunotulliani]

Beautiful! Putting the watch on a cheese grater was very imaginative and what an amazing effect!

[@RedDeadRestoration]

😂

[@scottlandmcc]

I love how you use the old faces vs. getting new ones. Awesome little detail!

[@herherje]

What a WONDERFUL watch and what a WONDERFUL restoration...!!! Red Dead... you outdid yourself...

[@RaulGiacomin-eq6ff]

Parte enorme del coleccionista ,es admirar los trabajos brillantes como este . Salud desde Montevideo Uruguay , 2-4-2024 .

[@ygrbooks]

A wonderful restoration of a special watch and beautifully filmed. It was a pleasure to watch this - thank you very much.

[@danielgroth3070]

What a fantastic work you have done. I’m impressed of your way too handle the watches. You doing your work with Love. 🙏😊😊🥰🙏

[@savetommyrobinsonfreespeec7660]

I don’t know much about watches but I would say that that was one well made time piece in it’s time. I like it’s simplicity in design and quality. ❤️🇬🇧 well restored!

[@Dragsterkazan]

Great job, bigfoot!💪🏼 I like Bulova watches, especially their own moonwatch

[@karraguer]

Beautiful watch and beautiful restoration. I enjoyed every second.

[@leandrohernandez2695]

Excellent skills @ Congratulations, thanks for posting.

[@mircomasini9591]

Ciao hai resuscitato questo bellissimo orologio un restauro impeccabile complimenti per la maestria e la passione che esprimi .

[@nikolajskrabelj4503]

Young boy ,brilliant work.

[@cavecavecavecave5295]

Such a beautiful watch, restored by a master craftsman.

[@fulvioplatania3091]

one of the best watchmaker omto the web…he’s a true Maestro

[@darrenfry4695]

Absolutely amazing..it's Bulova time..

[@spikeyflo]

I love these more "ordinary" watch restorations you do. I like the fact there is no commentary just great filming. Mesmerising.

[@HorologyBiology]

I never tire from the sock shots ❤

[@JK-wn2pl]

Beau travail ! Jacques Kondryszyn ( ancien responsable Bureau d'étude Bulova France)

[@silenthill5794]

What an incredibly awesome and fascinating career..If I could go back in time, this would be something I would consider.

[@westonweigand1228]

Beautiful Art Deco styling, what a stunning watch. Bravo.

[@angiwutzii9366]

Was für eine Wohltat Ihr Content. Jedesmal bin ich von neuem begeistert. Dankeschön! Gruss aus S.-H.

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Das freut mich sehr!

[@johncollier608]

An absolutley beautiful job, Sir. Another one brought bad from horological oblivion. Thanks for sharing. From UK.

[@johnburgess6572]

I love it all , love the case and face restoration best of all !!! Fabulous !!!

[@robertgoidel]

1A very nice complete job of restoration. Thank you!

[@Johnny6586]

The flux capasitor treatment was awesome haha

[@armandorossetti9220]

I have to say that I thoroughly enjoy watching your restorations, it must be so satisfying to take something that is in such ill repair and bring it back to an as new condition, superb craftmanship !!!

[@pantelos96]

Every video is the same. Just perfect !! Thank you!

[@troubleis5271]

Magnificent craftsmanship

[@SantaCruz494]

it is so therapeutic to see this. i wish i could have a job like that.

[@AndreaDoesYoga]

Incredible restoration, this watch is a true gem! 💎

[@Gert_Postl]

Oh ein neues Video. Danke für Ihre Mühen . Es war eine schöne Zeit Ihrem Werk zu folgen . Grüße

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Danke für das Lob!

[@williamavery9185]

Very well put together with great skill and competance.

[@MalcolmPeters]

Amazing video I collect Bulovas, really an education watching this video, Great restoration, thank you :)

[@thierryperetz9913]

I like your socks... and your work too. Hello from France !

[@ross4693]

You really set the standard for photography

[@christophresmerowski1824]

It seems that this was a lot of work. Beautifully done.

[@tugrulguvenerturun5854]

It reminds me ''True Detective-Martin Hart", excellent job, as always...

[@ArtZasadny]

I have almost the exact same Bulova watch in rose gold!

[@hockeyrd99]

Refuse to repair = too lazy to repair. Great video work!

[@AdelAlKooheji]

Man you're Amazing! Love and respect from Bahrain

[@tacfoley4443]

Truly exquisite.

[@Ritopher]

Absolutely fantastic! What a wonderful restoration. Beautifully done.

[@popecosh307]

Every time I watch your videos I’m impressed by how good you are.

[@keithscritchfield2913]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful!!!

[@corlissmedia2.0]

What a wonderful celebration of renewal.

[@Robert-vw3od]

Your work is fantastic. The level of skill is just something else . Really look forward to your stuff.

[@christheking1]

maybe one of my favorite restoration of yours so far. well done for such a beautiful watch.

[@benkirkland5354]

Nice transition with the flux capacitor!!

[@erics.786]

The editing skill in these videos is phenomenal

[@peterhodges6684]

Beautiful watch, and amazing restoration ! Well done indeed.

[@theapexrayyan1512]

I found your channel watching red dead 2 videos ❤😂

[@virgiliotoledano-ud6hp]

Precise and detailed restoration, piece by piece. Excellent presentation

[@p.l.b2374]

شگفت انگیز بود استاد👏👏

[@njc964]

What a wonderful job. I wish I could do what you do. So skilful

[@alessandrobenelli3562]

È spettacolare guardare i tuoi video ! È affasciante anche per chi non ne capisce ! Sei davvero un fenomeno ! Noi appassionati amiamo guardare questi restauri impeccabili ! Davvero complimenti e speriamo tu possa pubblicare video più spesso ancora ! Ciao dall’Italia 🇮🇹 avanti tutta !

[@marcopacheco7927]

Wow.Fantastic work.Congratulacions.

[@Wiktan]

that grater looks gorgeous!

[@Carlosjousuesalcedo]

Wow !!! Cool video !!! 🙏🏼

[@lifeknow-science9275]

Fantastic bro ❤❤❤