Restoration one of the first Rolex watch ever made - antique/historical military silver case

[@estherabrami]

What an amazing video! Thank you for using my music 😊

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Thanks Esther, your music is outstanding and relaxing 👍🏻😊

[@juliesoane7399]

Just beautiful!

[@Negative_IQ-o4z]

both music and video are outstanding and relaxing..

[@fernandofranco9067]

I love this music! May I ask what it’s called?

[@javieress1]

@@RedDeadRestoration claim rights???

[@Ihitthings3]

My father apprenticed as a watchmaker under his father in Germany in post WWII. Their company also made chronometers for the navy. I think had he lived, he would really appreciate seeing these types of videos. Very well done sir!

[@berthabenzinred2979]

Morning Mr.Ihitthings i just watch tis video ,Im from Malaysia truely Asia Im Mr.Subra n i love vintage watchers ,if you dont mind Sir. do you have any vintage watchers in good condition pls 🙏❤️ can you give as gift for me 🤲🤲 Ill realy love and hardly to get here coz not Original condition n expensive too, if i wrong i 🙏 🙏 apologise ,Thanks a lot ,God Bless You and Your family Sir 👋👋🤝🤝🙏🙏❤️❤️ Mr.Subra frm Malaysia .

[@buy-gbl-online]

@@berthabenzinred2979 LOL

[@berthabenzinred2979]

@@buy-gbl-online LOL maing not 🤷

[@Kenny-yl9pc]

@@berthabenzinred2979 If you BloW GOOD BOOOOY Then you get one, Maybe!

[@PaulJHershey1]

The FLUX CAPACITOR segment...classic. Well done you!

[@anthonytibbings4047]

I intended to watch this for not more than a couple of minutes, but time just flew by like a breeze. Mesmerizing. You have given a message through this video "Whatever you do, just do it well".

[@SuperFairydust]

could not have said it better myself, thanks

[@archievthapa3593]

Well said !!!

[@rrcaniglia]

There are many watch repair KZbinrs, but I enjoy Red Dead Restoration the most. I love your machines, jigs, and tools, and the serenity of the videos. Every movement so smooth, so zen-like. Thank you for posting.

[@michaelkaercher]

Phantastische Makro Aufnahmen. Tolle Restaurierung

[@RedDeadRestoration]

Vielen Dank!

[@GB-yu4pu]

Uhrmacher, Uhrexperte, Chemiker und Sockenliebhaber. Die perfekte Mischung für Unterhaltung mit Niveau. Danke

[@derbrandmeister4660]

I love the simplicity of this watch. No endless gears and another spring .... layer after layer. Just a very well made old school watch.

[@joshua43214]

Someone has been watching This Old Tony again... Excellent work. Thank you

[@arnaudgirard49]

What a nice job ! No words, no music, only this very good work ! Thanks a lot ...

[@butapioka]

Must be an honor bringing this back to life. Almost 100 years old

[@KevinRay_man]

That time machine bit was absolutely a work of genius lol especially hitting the compressor to get rid of the minion lmao 🤣 loved it. Oh, great restoration too. Respect.

[@SuperFairydust]

i agree but every time i use mine i end up with a small pile of sand, anyone know what i'm doing wrong/

[@sturam30]

That got a sub out of me, keep up the good work

[@andrevel24]

Absolutely! That part shows that this professional also has a sense of humor. Brilliant!!

[@denvernow7294]

Mini Boss!

[@SSS-ny2hg]

да. щ. ж ахуею

[@167curly]

I am always very impressed how all those minute parts can be dismantled, cleaned and reassembled. You have a classic time-piece there.

[@jameson8682]

Not just the minute parts either, the hour and second parts too!

[@Arcottocra]

This is the first time that I have watched a video by you and let me say - you blew my mind! Simply brilliant! The perfection of your work is highlighted even more because of no unnecessary talking - you let your work speak for itself. I also love the fact that you have restored something that is antique - to perfection. I'm so tired of seeing things that are made to last only 5 years and then thrown away. Simply amazing. You made my day. Lots of respect to you.

[@Constantinus213421]

So, no mentioning of the shoddy glass fixer?

[@Voodoo3313]

I was happy to see a light oiling of the entrance pallet jewel! Many people neglect that surface. It is an area of friction, the enemy of accuracy. I also enjoyed seeing the old cap jewels. I have spent hours on hands and knees trying to find those screws after I popped them off of my tweezers into the great void.

[@situated4]

Yeah, you have to oil that entrance all right.

[@baberoot1998]

This...is the most beautiful watch I have ever seen. I would love to have a Rolex from the 20's. What a gorgeous time piece.

[@elizabethwentz8211]

I agree!!

[@tonycollard4185]

Brilliant video. It encapsulates the task of restoring a watch so well, with some added humour! Excellent amplitude for a 100 year old watch that has taken quite a beating! The new mainspring helped, but also the great care in restoring the watch. Well done and Thank You!

[@brunovincent1969]

Where did he get the replacement glass?

[@annashepard6337]

I cannot imagine how this watch was engineered. What an amazing piece of machinery and such a lovely restoration. Thank you for sharing.

[@alexdeleon7135]

You have restored this historical timepiece to its former glory. The provenance alone is evident enough by the movement, and cushion case. Well done!

[@paulsingh9043]

In a world of throw away watches , this man is a true artist .

[@MetalTrabant]

There are still watches that are not throwaway, they're just outrageously expensive, mostly. Except for great Japanese brands like Seiko, Orient, Citizen etc. Those will work in a 100 years as well, if taken care of, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg.

[@cornicello7748]

@@MetalTrabant I wear a orient star every single day. Have a gray leather strap on it. This watch will will work an tell time long after i am gone in death. Very well made watch. An its a watch that you service when the service is needed. Only watch i own as of today.

[@kn9z]

Lets give this man an additional thumbs ups for not putting ads in this video

[@JoeO.]

You know the satisfaction you get when you complete a project? Well, these videos leave the viewer with the same feeling without having to put on pants.

[@slapshot0074]

Find these videos so calming and relaxing.

[@random23287]

Everything as it should be. Watch restoration videos fill me with unexplainable joy.

[@TheMadTatter]

Nice bit of history and a nice restoration. Just for a bit of trivia - at this time in its history, Rolex was not manufacturing many (if any) parts themselves. They were buying up parts from other manufacturers, assembling them in-house and branding them themselves, eventually Hans Wilsdorf was able to negotiate with these manufacturers and have them produce parts specifically for his company's watches. Believe it or not, It wasn't until the early 2000's that Rolex began manufacturing all of their components in-house.

[@dmg4415]

That speaks for how complicated the manufacturing of mechanical watches are, it takes decades to learn the whole process, and if some one does a better job than You, just utilices it for Your own benefit.

[@prunt23]

That's a great bit of trivia, thanks for sharing 👍

[@baberoot1998]

Wow. That truly is amazing knowledge. Something I would have never dreamed to be true. Thanks for the information.

[@Kenny-yl9pc]

@@prunt23 NO, It's NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@prunt23]

@@Kenny-yl9pc want to expand on that?

[@AccountInactive]

I could disassemble and reassemble a Cat engine blindfolded. I could never, ever put this watch back together. Absolutely insane.

[@RelaxMode1]

This video is better than a lot of history and how to make documantary, thank you Red Dead Restoration.

[@dggwes9174]

mesin ajaib.....bisa merubah barang bekas jadi barang baru atau minion, apakah hanya anda yang punya mesin tersebut.

[@Makeit101]

Beautiful work and some of the best close-up watch movement photography to be seen.

[@BeckVMH]

Fascinating to imagine the stories that watch could tell from the vantage point of the wrists of the various owners for almost 100 years. Very cool.

[@alpineluke5154]

This video is so soothing, even if this was over 2h long video I would still watch it with focus. Amazing work.

[@jameshain1248]

I want to thank you for bringing back a piece of mechanical art. Your skills both as a watchmaker and video artist are sublime. It was such a joy to see you once again displaying artisan skills.

[@alysonsneyd3401]

Fascinating! So many parts! Love to see old things restored vs. thrown in the trash. Thanks for sharing!

[@jasonlax4112]

You won the internet today good sir. Great restoration

[@moshebron2105]

I'm in awe of what it takes to become a watchmaker and repair professional. Understanding how all these parts work together. I can't imagine that watching an artist can be more satisfying than watching you. Thank you and keep em coming.

[@MrHardhatharry]

If that Rolex could talk, imagine the stories it could tell. Thanks for the excellent video.

[@alanmcewen6111]

The people who repair these watches are amazing, but the people who made them are on another level.

[@gillesguillaumin6603]

C'est plus qu'une simple restauration, c'est du grand art. L'accomplissement du génie humain dans la mécanique de précision. Bravo et merci. 👍

[@wolfmachatch2855]

The time taken for the restoration, the actual work involved for polishing and fitting, the expertise required, amaze me every time I watch a restoration

[@wolfmachatch2855]

I did not appreciate the new crown, the old one looked a lot more authentic, the new one is far too big.

[@DOWN64oz]

I can’t believe I stumbled across this channel a year ago during the height of the pandemic without subscribing. I’m so glad KZbin brought u back to me

[@marvingreggorymaynard4603]

I just would like to know what is the problem with those 34 people who unliked this amazing work? You are the best bro, I really enjoy it to watch your work. Very good job and all my congrats !

[@chasesahc]

F’n A, man! - I didn’t know I liked watch restoration videos until a few weeks ago. Fascinating.

[@Maiden-Rock]

I love watches since I was 10 years old, now I’m 50 and watching you restaure this old watches is making me even more in love with ⌚️

[@azynkron]

I'm really trying to think of something that we produce today that will be worth restoring in a 100 years. That is one magnificent watch. Simple and dignified.

[@rick137.pickle]

Maybe a submariner or the underdog explorer II

[@matthewpaine6908]

If you knew what people in the future will think is valuable, you would be a billionaire right now.

[@johnattfield4728]

My children

[@justdoingitjim7095]

It was so relaxing to watching this fine workmanship as it progressed. Very satisfying to see the end result.

[@paulthebaker]

Stunning watch, I really appreciated the macro images showing the Sideview of the pallet fork interaction

[@waltneitzel4950]

You are a real watchmaker. Having worked on mechanical watches and clocks (some antiques) as a hobby and actually repairing a few, And being always interested in timing systems, your expertise in the mechanical's is amazing. Great video.

[@dougharris2875]

It's so amazing that someone will enjoy this beautiful time piece. I always enjoy your videos. Thank you!

[@rajshah7918]

Marvelous. Excellent craftsmanship. This achievement is only through availability of tools, devices etc.

[@andrewd7586]

Being a former heat treatment tradesman, albeit on a somewhat larger scale, it was lovely to see you bluing those delicate watch hands.😍🤤 Yet another beautiful restoration!😎👍🏼🇦🇺

[@In_God_We_re_DAMNED]

I am glad u didn’t put the music while making repairs, that’s relaxing me I am very thankfully

[@IvanMatin]

Seeing this beauty comes to life was a great experience. Thank you for showing us!

[@situated4]

Orgasmic.

[@templodomanga7431]

Your work requires a lot of patience and technique. Really you are a great master. Congratulations!

[@besterjack8243]

Sie sind ein absoluter Profi und es ist eine Freude ihnen bei der Arbeit zuzusehen. Tolles Ergebnis. Mich würde noch interessiren, was diese seltene Rolex nun wohl wert sein wird.

[@wendyshoo3476]

Amazing these broken vintage is able to run again. You must be a certified rolex repairman.

[@shawnwright4129]

I like the look and feel of well used silver. The time machine gave me the chuckle I needed today. Thank you!

[@philippesails4973]

What a joy to see this restauration.

[@davidoneill913]

The repair plus the additional information just brilliant !

[@virgiliotoledano-ud6hp]

Impressive for a vintage watch being restored. Like a nostalgic bringing it to light. I can relay to it because my 1940 rolex looked like it. Almost. Thanks for featuring vintage restoration.

[@thewillperson4864]

I would love to learn to restore watches some day. Seems like it would be such a cool and satisfying hobby!

[@kuladipbhowmik3173]

Amazing...every second of the video worth it. I just love the way, during the assembly process you place everything and then just add the balance wheel at last 15:55 and all of a sudden this old dude comes back to life.

[@anastasiagaydukova7999]

Is it possible we see a collaboration with “my mechanics” for restoration of your parts cleaning machine? Two masters of KZbin 😍

[@ironwolfF1]

Indeed, that cleaning unit is nearly as old ( 1930's-ish?) as the Rolex he restored. 😉

[@Hyphae_Foray]

One of your videos appeared a a recommendation after I had been viewing EDC watch reviews. All I can say is WOW, and I'm hooked. A tradesman like yourself is difficult to find these days, sadly.

[@maxnex7676]

Very nice rescue of a tired old watch, probably the only thing that I would have preferred to do would be to replace the winder crown with a more period correct or even repair the old winder crown, that being just a personal choice, otherwise a great addition to any collection.

[@stevewilliams5428]

There's something wrong with the watch he repaired. Says 'superbalance' on the ratchet wheel but the balance isn't a 'superbalance'.. it's a bi metallic split compensated balance. The case screw didn't fix the movement into the case. I suspect he fitted a stem tube(glued in when he should have used a friction fit tube) and waterproof crown as this helped fix the movement in place rather then the case screw. I suspect this movement is from another watch case and in the past was married into the case.

[@applasamysubbharao2578]

Wow.... Just loved the way you represented the Time!!! Thank You Very Much. Amazing

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

When I watch these, I sometimes wonder who owned it first? Was it a gift, a retirement presentation, a sportsman? Great restore.

[@frattuncbas]

Stop puffing..

[@DavidGonzalez-mp2zy]

The way you just fixed that cracked glass like magic

[@papitonick7026]

Besides your brilliant craftsmanship, your cinematography skills are on another level. This is one of the most satisfying videos I have ever seen. And then the time machine. What a fine sense of humor. I can't wait to see your next masterpiece. Cheers!

[@edwardknudsen4806]

I have to tell you, just superlative work. Hypnotic to watch you work. Your results are artwork. Thank you.

[@SorexSan]

Astonnishing rebuild ! Wonderful history back to this watch. At those times ago, watches were a necessity, but now, are worn only for luxury, only to provide social scale and wealthy ... so sad i might say. Very inspired simbiotics between music and craftmanship in this video. it looks like we are back in time and as well witnisers at the first build of this wonderfull piece of art. Congrats RDR !! Keep em comming ! RESPECT !!

[@gulpbiys5705]

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[@Chrisicola]

Wow, you sure do good work restoring these relics. Thx

[@Indrakusuma_a]

Such a timeless piece of art, brought back to life. Amazing work!

[@krispytoo12]

Beautifully done! This is one of my favorites of your restorations. The simple elegance of this watch is a joy to behold.

[@kayeb7809]

Absolutely fascinating work. I used to be an optician in my younger days and enjoyed fixing people’s broken glasses. I think I would have been pretty good at fixing watches too. You have a gift.

[@jimmiemurvin1871]

Love the socks! Would love a verbal description of the parts and repairs being done.

[@МаксимМ-я1о]

Episode with "time machine" was amazing)) good work! Best wishes from Russia 🇷🇺

[@tom33pr]

Reads over 300 amplitude! Seriously? A watch this old? It's unbelievable!

[@James-Railyard]

I thought some of the screws I have to deal with were tiny! Keep up the great videos. I love seeing mechanical items torn down to see how they work. Guess that’s why I love my hobby, it’s model trains.

[@archievthapa3593]

The closing of the 5 small net box was like WES ANDERSON movie - FANTASTIC MR FOX !!!

[@Wally2Feathers]

The second you put the balance wheel in she fired right up. I love it you don't just buy replacement parts. You actually restore them.

[@mantis-mike5882]

Absolutely stunning. Love the old stuff. I really dig that you use some antique tools as well. Nice work amigo👍

[@torokun]

Thank you for giving another life to this beautiful piece.

[@yak-machining]

How did they made such tiny or complex things back in the 20s??? Its realy amazing

[@JurasPriest]

Peopl3 were a lot smaller back then.

[@yak-machining]

@@JurasPriest oh

[@chrissullivan268]

RDR you are absolutely talented. So satisfying watching the process and ALL of the proper tools you have. Of course like the socks.

[@elizabethwentz8211]

Superb video! Loved the closeups shots and I love the simplicity of this watch! Very nice!🥰

[@JoshHefnerX]

That watch had lived a pretty full life by the looks of it. You've given it a few more years now.

[@jacquesdor50]

Enjoyed watching this. Few people will realise how well it was shot and edited. It is particularly difficult to shoot well-lit close up. Subscribed.

[@patrickwalsh7178]

A true craftsman at work. You took us on a journey which I found very interesting.

[@LordCaledonFraszer]

Imagine for a moment, there was actually a time when Rolex made watches for soldiers on the battlefield. In our modern times, only the wealthiest, longest serving four-star generals could afford a Rolex.

[@joeskeptical4762]

*I know a certain O-3 (Captain, US Marines) who wears a Rolex DJ with dress blues, service alphas, bravos & chucks.* _(With utilities, a Timex Ironman or Casio G-Shock)_

[@rustyshackleford7285]

You are right about being able to actually afford it, but many SF guys will always wear a Rolex because it is known around the world and you can trade it for things in a bind. Need a truck, a ride, some one to keep quiet?

[@joeskeptical4762]

@@rustyshackleford7285 *_The O-3 in question is indeed a SF operator._*

[@rbmwiv]

Excellent video and quality of workmanship. The flux capacitor is pretty cool.

[@officialpoof]

Always fascinated by your talents my friend!

[@pholtwg]

Way more mesmerizing than anything on netflix

[@phystem1]

As someone who don't even wear watches this made me realise the intricacy, history and craftsmanship behind the making and repairing of the watches

[@AstronomyGarage]

Fantastic. The Doom sound effect caught me off guard, lol.

[@rifqiprasetio9313]

gives me chills just staring on that movements, a long history of that watch. Great job well done bro

[@rifqiprasetio9313]

I also loved your time machine scenes. Never gets bored haha

[@rifqiprasetio9313]

I also loved your time machine scenes. Never gets bored haha

[@bulentalacatli3526]

Great work indeed. Thank you for sharing. Also on every video that you share, you show different socks. I like the humor on that. All the Best.

[@tugrulguvenerturun5854]

Achievement unlocked ''historian''. Amazing...

[@kendogg8237]

I wish I bought that time machine when I had the chance. I don’t have much time left. Truly inspiring and captivating video!

[@bjdenil]

Love the video. So interesting! So relaxing to watch even though I am sure it is hard to film.

[@carsfabio]

What an honor to watch that. Just amazing work, I watch that old looking so beautiful again. That would be the The pinnacle of watches in my collection

[@joeskeptical4762]

*I am guessing the hairspring is a lot newer than a century in age, given its healthy amplitude of >300 degrees.* It is just wonderful to see an antique from Rolex’ first days come back to life and look beautiful. THE FLUX CAPACITOR SEGMENT WAS HILARIOUS.

[@ImNotHereEither]

One of my favourite videos so far. That was truly special, like watching history come to life. What a gorgeous thing, and the accuracy for a watch that old, after all this time, rivalled some pretty well made modern watches.