RESTORATION VACHERON CONSTANTIN | HOW NOT TO REPAIR A VERY EXPENSIVE WATCH ~ service tutorial

[@MrOffTrail]

I’m not a wristwatch or pocket watch guy, but I watch all of his videos because in an age of cutting corners, he does things right, proper, and thorough. It is comforting to see someone patiently turning back the tide of chaos and entropy in some small corner of the universe.

[@fabioconsonni3232]

I do agree. Any other word could seem oblative.

[@Flipdrivel]

Well put

[@ALEXGIBSONCMG]

Based

[@Microwave414]

I wasn't much of a watch person myself until I had a chance at jury duty early last year and I wanted to at least look like a responsible adult for once and forced myself to get used to a watch my father handed down to me, a seiko kinetic sports 100. Ever since then I bought two mechanical watches and prefer even going to bed with one one my wrist on so I can check what time it is when I do wake up without blinding myself to check the time. Brining up the kinetic also is reminding me that I need to take it in for a capacitor swap, it barely holds a charge as it is now.

[@GORT-vk5zt]

@@Flipdrivel 16:41

[@TodayFreedom]

The 80s.....BMX bikes, fantastic music, Atari-ST, endless summers, people with less aggro. Happiest days of my life.

[@msaditu]

That's a light refurbishment?! You have completely transformed the watch for the better. Your skill and attention to detail are incredible. I am not a watchmaker nor do I plan to become one, but I love your videos so much. I hope you will continue your recovery and regain your strength. Congrats on 200K!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@morganthedruid1]

@@NekkidWatchmaker I hate to hijack one of the top comments but with I'd like to send a suggestion directly to you. Could you make an episode where you talk us through how you were introduced into watchmaking and how your career brought you to this point in your life? I hope you are feeling better, I get the tiredness still but 5 months on I am improving so you'll be fine, just get outside and breath the fresh air every day is my tip.

[@gretchensanders302]

This was my bedtime story for tonight! Absolutely mesmerising!! What a beautiful refurbishment you did on this watch. It's so easy to forget how minute all the components are. Nearly 1 am in Kenya, so nite nite!

[@KSCuberOfficial]

I call a light refurbishment a new battery, ultrasonic bath, and a crystal polish. I'm not a watch maker though. Nekkid's vids are top level!

[@hullinstruments]

@@morganthedruid1 That would be wonderful! Also a talk about Tools. May be a tour of his shop and he could tell us the progression of his tool collection. How he started with basic tools, How he slowly build up to better tools, and about the choices he made for each step in his journey. I know that’s asking a lot but dang that would be an incredible video. With any craftsman, I am always the most interested in their tools and the stories they have to tell. Come from a long line of machinists and tool/die makers. I just can’t help myself 😣

[@st3althyone]

Is that what you call a “light refurbishment”? I'd call that a museum-quality refurbished timepiece. The care you take to point the shortcomings of others without sounding too harsh is humbling. You are a truly humble man, and that's why I love your channel. You dish out some wonderful poetry while at the same time restoring masterpieces to their former glory, that is quite an accomplishment, my friend - if I may be frank.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Jose

[@nomi4214]

What a remarkable line "Don’t go to sleep with a full belly, while your labour goes to sleep hungry". A very kind heart person your are sir.

[@stephanielongden597]

I trust you welcome a small correction - I believe he said neighbour rather than labour.

Words of Probhet Mohammad.

[@nomi4214]

@ Yes

[@SpikeXtreme]

I would put you as the most skilled watch maker on KZbin. Anyone making their own screws to fit perfectly, deserves praise. Nice to see a quality Quartz having a premier service.

[@bertjesklotepino]

to be honest (and a jerk and partypooper), he didnt make his own screws. He adjusted already existing screws to fit perfectly. A nice job as well, but it would have been more impressive if he indeed made his own screws from scratch to fit. Anyways, this guy is hilarious with his jokes. That goat, Metal Metal, the Dude joke. Just funny as heck, combined with skill. A nice combo.

[@carlosoruna7174]

Qualité quartz. Buy an old timex ironman or a modern casio. Want bling. Not this watch. Reminds me of a ladies seamaster titanium and gold bracelet. Would of preferred a mechanical movement. My 90 year old mom has a ladies mechanical automatic , glass back. A beauty. And a 60s omega de ville 18k manual small movement. Ahh watches .. like cars and bikes. Flash or class

[@ninosalvati379]

​@bertjesklotepino you may want to watch the other video where he does indeed make new screws for a cartier Santos....

[@BeckVMH]

Mr. Nekkid is a wonderful illustration of what we all would want in a watchmaker, especially his patience and attention to fine details. You’re a great artisan sir and watching your work is a pleasure. Edit: Beautiful watch and incredible transformation. The owner will be ecstatic!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Dave

[@Lemma01]

Have to add - not simply a watchmaker, but a human being. Thanks for helping keep the light shining!

[@BeckVMH]

@@Lemma01 Absolutely! I really enjoy the interaction with the children and family references. And the wonderful sense of humor!

[@fgb3126]

What owner?

[@BeckVMH]

@@fgb3126 @ 0:50 - 1:00

[@jabezhane]

I had quartz watches as a kid (we all did) and then got into manuals and automatics...would never been seen dead with a quartz. Then I bought a certain quartz last year (Bulova Lunar Pilot)...and I'm a convert now. It's so nice to just pick up a watch and have it still be within 1 second after two weeks of not wearing it and still running! I now have 4 quartz in my collection. I've even converted a couple of my watch buddies to get one and now I see them wearing them all the time for the reasons I gave. Keep up the good work!

[@swilkobarfingtoniii1642]

I am glad you recovered and live to fight another day! Also nice to see your apprentice is doing more of the little jobs. Such good memories and experiences you are providing. Blessings to you and your family!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate and same to you and yours

[@oldb-1kenobi]

With so much hackery a foot in the world, it's always nice to see what right looks like. Congratulations on reaching 200K!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@jeb-zf4un]

Magic, alchemy and a smattering of engineering. Congratulations on 200,000 !!!!

[@donnyboon2896]

No, we mustn't anger the Master. He prefers to be told he's doing a good job. References to wizardry are not allowed. Good job mate!!! ⌚

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Lol 😂

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@philliplopez8745]

Your interaction with your children while working displays great character. Good on ya .

[@hargoniyamaki5168]

Spectacular, once again. You are a treasure, and your patience inspires me to do my best. I repair guitars, which is so simple compared with your profession. When I am faced with a challenge, I think of how you would handle it, and it becomes easier right away. The time you put into making screws for the case back, as an example, shows capacity few people can even imagine having. A million blessings to you and your family (to be distributed accordingly by the family accountant).

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you. Really appreciate your feedback hargoni

[@johnsrabe]

Me, too. I think, “take a breath, think it through, don’t let frustration overwhelm the joy of creation, and be kind.”

[@chrisduncan6600]

This channel is so much more than mere watch repair/refurbishment, which is exquisite by itself. It’s almost an aside. There’s so much love, decency and affection. So much wisdom and care. The repair itself is like giving hope to so many of us, like the timepieces, are worn out, damaged or broken, but with love and care from a master, we can be restored. It’s just beautiful and I learn so much from you. Thank you.

[@saftfan]

I lost my dad to cancer when I was very young, so it warms my heart to see you together. ❤️

[@donnyboon2896]

Me too! My father died when I was 7. I see a father and son like these two and I want to pin a medal on the father. Hugs all around.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate and sorry to hear that. Hope you find what you lost with your own kids in the future

[@donnyboon2896]

I had 2 daughters with my first wife. Wife #2 (current wife) has son/daughter/daughter and were adults when we married. So, I don't think I'll every fully get over the loss of my father. I don't think anyone ever does.

[@LG-kl3co]

I think its testimony to your skill that you make it look easy ...ish !

[@janetdupree6353]

Thank you for sharing this amazing renovation and repair. Some of those parts were sooooo tiny. I hope your recovery continues in a positive direction. Your skills and your sense of humor add to the joy of watching your videos.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Janet

[@teachermichelle9632]

I look at watches differently now because of you. They are a mechanical marvel and are so much more beautiful than I realised before.

[@fubarmodelyard1392]

It might be a quartz but there's still some craftsmanship there. Looks like it was worked on by a heavy equipment mechanic. Great job and glad to be a part of this channel

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@ronwalker6342]

Such a gifted, skilled, and kind man. I could watch these all day. The problem is I can watch them more quickly than he can make them. Thank you.

[@darrylritter4275]

Another excellent video. To me, It doesn't matter if the piece is quartz, manual or automatic. They all have a place and a lifelong story to tell! Great work as always!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Darryl

[@markiangooley]

I fear that the easiest way to fix my Citizen radio-sync watch, should it break after ten years, would be to replace the H145 movement inside. Some recent Citizen watches still use them.

[@azzajohnson2123]

I absolutely love you including your son and letting him learn from you. Makes this channel amazing. Love your work!

[@stephanl5546]

That's actually the reason why I won't watch more from him. Taste is different.

[@bigchiefleatherworks7245]

Worth the wait. I was worried when I saw the condition of the screws on the back. As usual you met the challenge and gave the customer more than they could have hoped for.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@rickdenney5772]

I've been binge-watching your videos, but I think this one impresses me the most so far. The Richemont factory repair center would have replaced the dial, replaced the movement, replaced the case, and replaced the bracelet. It would have taken them a year, and it would have cost as much as replacing the watch (which they did, one piece at a time), except that the watch is no longer available. If the service parts weren't available, which they probably would not be, they would return the watch with their (pretended, it must be assumed) regrets. The alternative is to throw it away after salvaging the gold bits for their metal value ("metal---oooooh!")--which would simply be irresponsible. Given what independents like you do to keep the major brands looking good, you would think they would be more willing to support your efforts with access to parts. Thank you for giving this lovely little watch a new life.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Rick

[@johncunningham5435]

Congratulation on reaching 200K subscribers; "a major achievement that is well deserved". Hard work always prevails along with the outstanding craftsmanship.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks John

[@geraldbasford6713]

Greetings from the Napa Valley CA. Wow and double wow. Talk about turning a sows ear to a silk purse.You are one great watchmaker even with a sense of humor inspite of dealing with abused masterpieces. Thanks ol chap.

[@smiling_eyes7903]

A once beautiful watch awesomely restored to original state (or better)! Great workmanship! It is so good to see watches restored rather than disposed. It is so good to see a true craftsman at work. 👏👏👏👏👏🙂🍁🇨🇦🍁

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you

[@Buzbikebklyn1]

I rebuild Holly carburetors in my spare time. Jets and needles of a Holly are gigantic compared to watch movements. As usual you do wonderful work.

[@SgtMacska]

14:10 The size of those wheels and screws is just madness. Can’t even wash the screws in a basket. Much respect for working with them with such a steady hand!

[@simonrowe3124]

I bet he has to hold his breath when he screws them back in place…they’re SOooo small!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@thegolgatha5337]

A light refurbishment😄😄😄😄😁🤣😃!! Man, you‘re awesome !!! Thanks, I fully appretiate to see a quartz - movement „slightly refurbished“ from time to time. This made me love my quartz-watches again and I have started to re-energize and clean them one after the other…… The mechanicals seem to have no problem with them🙏🏻😃…..🎵Ebony and ivory live together in perfect harmony….🎵

[@KRColson]

As always, Joe, an incredible job of repair and restoration on this beautiful time piece! You never cease to amaze me with your skill sets! You cracked me up with the "looks like the minute hand is excited about something." Great video and looking for lots more to come. Cheers!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Kevin

[@robertiddon9270]

These videos will become timeless 🤣 In 50 years people will still get pleasure from them, and hopefully people will have taken notice of your wisdom and passed some love on to others 🥰

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Robert. That’s the plan, to spread some love and wisdom for now and the scary future

[@edwardwilliams4197]

What a beautiful job you have done. I have such emvy at your patience and skill and dedication to not only bring back to life something so precious, intricate and a combination of two mediums! Also rectifying someone elses bodge/butcher job. If i had my time over again, this is exactly what i would do. My great great grandfather was a watch maker, when i researched my family i finally found out the reason i love watches so much. Thank you for your videos, and your Godly words.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you Edward. It’s never too late to try. There are various levels to this game that one can enjoy without needing to become an expert or anything

[@OLOLAK_7777]

I seen alot of watch repairs or service on KZbin of automatic watches, but rarely I see a quartz been strip down and also got bum fluffed n put back 2gether. Very enjoyable to watch your marvelous skills and patience on these time piece thanks for sharing.

[@g.todsmith2854]

i enjoy seeing you work on these beautiful watches but i also enjoy seeing how you interact with your children and the love and patience you show to them. i wish that there were more fathers out there that are as wonderful as you are. much love to you and your family!☺

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@nikolaslarson6891]

I love the fact that you don't disdain working on quartz watches from time to time. Not everybody gets overexcited by mechanical timepieces. I mean, there is a fair amount of exquisitely designed high end quartz watches out there.

[@kevinprocsal7580]

I am so sad that you caught the plague but I am extremely happy that you are on the road to recovery. Great job on the restoration! I was just talking with a coworker last night about my current projects of mechanical watches and mentioned that I have never done anything with quartz movements. Your video has inspired me to look into doing one sometime.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Kevin.

[@clubsoda85cook55]

I have been a bench jeweler for 15yrs and have had the pleasure of meeting a lot of watch repair guys, its something that i personal have always wanted to do but i dont have the knowledge to do. You my friend are a master of your craft and i enjoy watching your attention to detail and knowledge of different watchmakers. Thank you for sharing it with us. Many sucesses and blessings.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@judithcatlett8518]

Beautiful work and results as usual. Great job on the new screws and smoothing down the back of the watch. Not saying the word we should not speak, I’m sincerely happy you are semi-recovered. Keep sleeping, that is usually the best medicine and also the way your body tells you you are still recovering. Good to have you back.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Judith

[@judithcatlett8518]

@@NekkidWatchmaker Of course Mr. Watchmaker, but I really mean it.

[@gordoncarr1953]

I've only stumbled on this channel by accident yesterday, and I've already nearly set my house on fire because glued to your videos.

[@FullyLumed]

OMG finally another video from my favourite youtube channel!

[@JammyDodger45]

I'm not sure which is most impressive, your skill, your diligence or your mellow vibes and sense of humour. Whatever it is it keeps me coming back so don't go changing it buddy!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@TuckerSP2011]

Congratulations on 200k! That's really amazing. I'm sorry that you suffered having caught the dreaded you know what. I hope your fatigue lifts soon. That slim watch is beautiful.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@matthewbailey6017]

When I was about 11 or 12 I took apart my Casio watch just to see if I could get it back together. Casio is so generous! Did you know when I was finished putting it back together I had so many spare parts leftover that I probably could have assembled another watch or two out of it. Now that's a company that cares about their customers! 😂 Glad you're feeling better! God bless you for your positive attitude and your loving and caring spirit! ❤️

[@TheRepublicanGreen]

What an amazing channel this is. When you post a vid I just put my feet up and relax! Thank you!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@anthonywilson4873]

The watch was waiting for you to give it a new life. Polishing skills are first class. Technical and Craft Skills first class. Pleasure to watch you do things the right way once properly. Relaxing.

[@martymcgill1312]

Great to see you and your apprentice back on the job!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Marty

[@garysmith7545]

hmm, I just watched this one again and it was just as good the second time around. When you get to be my age, you don't remember what you had for lunch let alone a video you watched 6 months ago. Very nice work on the dial, surround and bracelet!

[@pthomson9736]

Stunning how you handle such small items so gently and accurately.

[@disoneleg]

I've only discovered your channel recently but what an absolute pleasure it is to watch you work. I have nothing but admiration for your many skills, your great patience both with your work and your wonderful little son. If he grows up to be the same type of man and father as you then the world can only be a better place because of it. Your funny comments and jokes are also great. May God keep you and your family safe and keep up the fantastic and fascinating workmanship.

[@richardhayes722]

Great video. I personally would love to see a 1960's era Omega seamaster on the channel. I have one that is dear to my heart, and would love to see the inner workings stripped down and explained. Such a great watch.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Richard. Yes a seamaster is on the cards

[@mr.e1944]

I can’t believe the state of this watch at the beginning. Those stripped screws and the glue job by the previous person who attempted to work on this watch was bad. I am glad you were able to restore this watch!

[@williamkaczmarek3996]

Thanks for another great video Joe, and thanks for being here. I'm sure it's been said before but just watching your skill in making relics from the past (quartz or manual) come back to life is refreshing.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks William

[@DBKING04020]

Yes the thing-with-no-name that rhymes with “almost gone” finally caught all 3 of us over the past few weeks here. A relatively gentle reminder that IT is still lurking about. Be safe my friend, all the best for you and yours.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you and the same to you and yours

[@kowaltoboggan]

One of the top channels on KZbin. So nice to see you working your magic and breathing life into these little gems. YOU earned the 200,000 subscribers due to your hard work, precision and genuine care you demonstrate to task (and family). Thanks for making these as for us viewers they make the world a better place.

[@pauljohnson4590]

I love the way that you encourage the youngsters, rather than saying don't touch it's delicate, precious and expensive. Keep bringing the youngster into the videos!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Paul. That’s the only way they learn. No material item can be more precious than your kids

[@tedium37]

The tiny delicate nature of this movement makes your work all the more impressive. Another nice job sir. I always come away with more appreciation for the watches and your dedication.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@rogerquenault7207]

Fantastic restoration the watch didn’t look like a quality watch at first and I wouldn’t have given you a tenner for it but what a lovely piece it is after you have worked your magic on it. Nice to see you passing on your knowledge to the next generation of Nekkid watch makers

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks roger

[@bghoody5665]

Amazing restoration. It's always a joy watching you work - you're a true artisan.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@andrewstpierre4837]

1980s is spot on, but a refined and respectful approach befitting your ethos. Kudos! Again!

[@adetoye50]

Big CONGRATULATIONS on reaching a milestone of 201K; I said it in one of my comments, our goal on this channel as a family is to achieve 500K by the end of 2022, and we can make it, we can do it in as much as we invite our friends and families to join us on this great channel. I am happy and delighted about the progress. Wishing all of us and our family a great time as we sail to the end of this year.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate, beautiful words

[@hjethzi5066]

A Gentlemen, honest and perfectionist.. Rare person in the world..👍👍👍.

[@thebiggerbyte5991]

Absolutely superb work and attention to detail, never more contrasted than by the work done previously. Beautiful words too, Joe. 200,000 is a great milestone, but not nearly what the channel deserves. And great to see your apprentice at work on such a venerable piece, too. Best wishes to you and the family.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate and same to you and yours

[@timotheegoulet1511]

Perlagé on a quartz movement? Classy!

[@jimbojet8728]

The skills on display in this vid, are a joy to behold. Beautiful work resulted in a beautiful watch refurbished in all it’s former glory. I bet the owner was overjoyed with the result. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@robertoruiz7069]

I never cared for that style of watch.BUT you have shown me that they are just as beautiful as the rest of the high quality watches out there.I had the impression that the quartz watch was cheaper.IT's not ,what it is ,IS SIMPLER.The way you serviced this watch shows that they do have there own class of quality's.the exterior is just as beautiful as any mechanical timepiece and in some case better.you are amazing,I'm glad to see your son is taking an interest in your hobby.GREAT VIDEO>

[@alanvarrechia6338]

A true craftsman at work. I look forward to your video's every month.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Alan

[@thomasculkin349]

I watch your videos not because of the watches, but because your dialog is entertaining and intelligent and your accent is soothing. Good job.

[@clairewright8153]

Your work and willingness to share what you do is amazing. I’ve read a lot of the comments and it never amazes me of how you inspire us. Your calm voice and gentle reminders of how to treat others is heart warming. Never loose sight of that. Rest up recover and take care of yourself. Ps if you ever want to try something else why not narrate books, I’d listen to your voice happily.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Claire. I don’t think my brummie accent would go down too well. Imagine me reading Macbeth or something, wouldn’t work. Lol

[@oneloveonelife8609]

Extraordinary attention to detail and patience. Outstanding micro surgery.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@gplayer01]

Wow...You truly have a gift as a watchmaker. I never would have thought you could have restored it to the level you did...including some training for the little one along the way ;-). That was nice to see. Great way to celebrate 200K! Congrats. Well deserved.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Marty

[@jackson84694]

Especially enjoy seeing glimpses of all the watches on your workbench ... That's the sign of a true master by my measure.

[@Norfolk250]

That's the closest to my wanting to find a video on the making of the parts themsevles - that I've seen. I wanna see how they make the screws from the very start. Imagine the tools that are needed to make something THAT tiny. And, how did they do it many decades ago compared to the electronics of today's machining. And, though this one isn't the thinnest, it sure looked mightily thin to me! Impressive. Thanks for the upload.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@vintagelugs1708]

So happy to see you back and in better health. Prayers to you and your family. Now get to work! We’re eager to see the best teacher and entertainer on you tube 😃. Thank you for sharing your beautiful work and your kind heart. Always a positive message from you. Lots of love from USA’s west coast.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Alonso

[@MarkMuddimer]

It's been too long! Loving your work as always. Peace and love my friend. Be good to yourself.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mark and The same to you and yours mate

[@hullinstruments]

I don’t have the mental fortitude to work with watches. But I greatly admire your work! You are a saint to do this work….while also little ones in your shop. Although they are the greatest treasure of all….It takes a real man to do both as well as you. I love to see how you retraced the steps of the previous repairman… And the effects it had on the watch. I do work with some sensitive test equipment and it is always fun to retrace the steps of previous meteorologists. And sometimes very naughty folks get into this equipment… Because with this type of stuff you’re “supposed to be certified” and have special lab equipment and stuff like that… So they are very naughty folks who try to sneak around and break the seals and hidden marks hoping to find a quick fix. 😁 but I don’t blame them because that’s how I got started and the bug bit me. And I became addicted to test equipment or anything incredibly engineered. So I don’t blame them as long as it’s nothing real important like nuclear lab equipment or some thing that’s really dangerous. It’s always fun to retrace their steps and I try my hardest not to get anyone in trouble or report their exploration and less I absolutely have to. But sometimes it is fun to talk to the lab guys or techs when the boss isn’t around… and play a game of duck duck goose😂 I can always tell who it was because as soon as I mention that someone had been in there someone always gets a nervous look on their face 😂. But I never scold them I always try to encourage them that maybe they have a natural curiosity and maybe they should work with that equipment on a more intimate level like I do. Instead of working with it only pushing buttons every day…… Maybe crack it open and have a look, maybe start doing some work repairing it. And I always try to encourage, give advice, and point them in the right direction. There is plenty of poor sad homeless test equipment out there for hobbyists. Some really incredible and beautiful things just waiting to be found! I love to see hobbyist Metrology labs that folks have set up at home in a spare bedroom. There’s a huge community of them online, some who are very serious about it. And it’s a really growing trend….Just like hobbyist watchmakers! Both I am very happy to see I’ve had three separate businesses working with meticulous things. First I was a machinist, then making meticulous reproduction violins for symphony players and studio musicians, and now I do a bit of the woodworking still but mostly just the lab and metrology stuff. I still struggle greatly with developing my own character. I am not naturally calm or patient. And although I have learned those two skills over the last two decades… I still lack the most important thing….. it’s impossible to do work like yours without living a very clean and wholesome life. Maybe some folks can get by for a few years, but to do that work or any meticulous work on a daily basis, year after year, consistently… Its something that can’t be bought or faked without daily choices and purposeful life to back it up. I salute you!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you. The fact that you are fully aware of the human condition proves that you already have the quality you think is lacking within yourself mate.

[@glOckcOma]

Your videos are always so good. You can tell the fatigue was strong in this episode. Hope you get back to 100% real soon. Looks like trouble has a pokemon joke up his sleeve ready to be spread across the school campus. Oh and congrats on the 200k, you deserve much more!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Lol thanks mate

[@jimmymckay73]

To take something from junk drawer looks back to showroom elegance is incredibly impressive and doing it while filming is just amazing . Beautiful workmanship .

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@davidadams007]

This one came out so nicely. Great work and congratulations on 200,000+ subscribers.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks David

[@JohnDavis-ed5sg]

It's inspiring to see you handing your skills on to your kids. We need people in this world who can do things, not just talk about doing things. I love it when he cottons on to the 'poke 'im on' joke!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@leemartin2978]

This is absolutely fantastic to watch, the skill and end result is just amazing. Whoever butchered it last time , must have only had access to a chain saw for tools. I’m sure it’s been asked before , but do you take work on ? , either via a company or private contact. I’d love to have you service my watches . Anyway , what a rewarding skill this must be . Congratulations

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks lee. Sadly I’m currently unable to take on any private work mate, really sorry

[@leemartin2978]

@@NekkidWatchmaker well that’s a shame . Trying to find genuinely skilled watchmakers isn’t easy . It’s absolutely essential you pass these skills on . Amazing 👍

[@kfl611]

That little giggle made my day. I think it's great you have such a nice apprentice to train. I'm sure years from now they will have fond memories of training at your hand - and who knows perhaps they will one day be training their children the trade too. Nothing like a family heirloom watch to own and pass along and enjoy the workmanship of a fine or even not so fine watch. I own the pocket watch of the man I was named after - my great grandfather, and the watch must be 130 or 145 years old. Something I'll pass down to my grandson........and so on and so on. Thanks for posting this video.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@Verrucca00]

You’ve certainly been missed! My husband has been taking a supplement called NAC, for recurring symptoms. Maybe it would help you to feel better. *HUGS*

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@ericking7406]

Once again a superb effort, thanks Joe.

[@malcolmlane-ley2044]

Congratulations on achieving the 200k, your kindness and expertise saved this piece from the bungling of a ham fisted hooligan

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Malcolm

[@nicklapietra3890]

Been waiting for a new video!

[@bustermv]

Breath taking. Does he ever take one? Spellbinding as well. No end to the surprises and ingenuity not to mention the tools! Ranging from a vice sourced from a locomotive repair shop (came in handy here) to micro-mini lathe. The wonder, no, the breath of it all. Keeps us coming back Mr. Kid.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@phoebebrown2883]

If I was the owner of the watch I would put in a complaint to the previous so called watch repairer.

[@dooks85]

what a transformation! beautiful

[@AaqibARaza]

You are a genius love your your humour your pronunciation everything. I love watches but hate pretentious gits who think your average Joe shouldnt be allowed to know what A. Lange & Söhne is . You my friend are a genius!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@dbrown2264]

Talk about a ravaged old watch...daunting. This watch is a perfect example of the desperation of the quartz crisis. That a brand like VC, with its supposedly elite reputation, would make a watch like this and still charge thousands for it is amazing. I loved your comment on the prestigious materials used on the inner case, the luxurious "metal." Thanks VC, thanks for stamping that in there for us. Anyway, excellent work as always.

[@mirzasakovic]

Your attention to detail. Commentary. Your helper. It’s all incredible. You completely changed this watch. Keep ‘em coming!

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks Mirza

[@theaveragejoebody]

You are an absolute Master! I absolute love your channel. My family and I are recovering from the dreaded you know what. The fatigue is hard.

[@Asteroid828]

200K well deserved. Speedy recovery and thank you for the great videos and positive messages

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thanks mate

[@stevesutton1991]

There are many horror ologists on youtube, but you are the best, never tire of you videos, thank you and good night from Australia

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

“Horror Oligists” lol that’s a good one

[@AlviJainShawmik]

We are blessed to have people like you around with such good content. Beautiful videos on watch servicing, Gaining knowledge, and words of wisdom. Keep up the good work mate. Love your channel and it's helping us increase our enthusiasm as well.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏

[@bdtharris]

So good to see a real craftsman at work.

[@medea27]

The perfect lesson on how important it is to use the _RIGHT_ tool for the job, not just any tool that _does_ the job. Many people don't appreciate how using the wrong tools can cause potentially irreparable damage to your fasteners (like screws, bolts, etc) but also to the object itself... even at bigger scales like your car or your home. This video makes that ugly reality very obvious! Beautiful restoration as always, and just priceless having craftspeople like yourself (and your apprentice!) in this sea of 'DIY Ikea hack'-type videos reminding the world that doing things the _right_ way delivers the best results 👌

[@ggmax2958]

Love and enjoy watching you, and listening to your calm voice. Sorry to hear you caught the nasty. Take care and take it easy. The apprentice is becoming quite the helper.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you

[@frankbruno7122]

I'm learning Joe.. that bracelet was painful to look at.. Love your work.. thanks to you, I rewired our vacuum that was under the weather.. it worked!! Frank in Colorado

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Nice work! Frank

[@philipread1005]

I’ve watched lots of your videos and I just want to say: the videos are great. Your skills are amazing. But way more than anything else you just seem like the nicest bloke (and dad). Thank you for all that you do.

[@NekkidWatchmaker]

Thank you 🙏