I’m 75 years old and find your channel and especially your narrative style very entertaining and actually soothing in these hectic times. Your story of your father and “Mikey” brought memories flooding back to me of my Dad. Thank you, Marshall. God Bless You.
@wherethewatermeetstheshade11 ай бұрын
Name the oldest toy you ever played with cause I don't believe elders rly go out there way to write or text or comment something out in the vast internet. Seems like your throwing dust in a hallway. I know elders to appreciate in the moment and not say much of anything at all. I find it interesting I seen a bloom of people starting their comments with as a "person" or as a "label/credentials" or as a "number of age" to give themselves a type of credit possibly for attention. Elders aren't like you writing a whole bunch talking to. Also for elders they would know how to formulate a sentence but the way you write makes me think your actually much much younger.
@wherethewatermeetstheshade11 ай бұрын
Males be out here, attention seekers starting most of their comments with how old they are. This bloom of self established people coming out on KZbin comments claiming while leaving a comment like as a doctor of 2 hours I believe blah blah blah. Just to get validation and attention through their comment. You 75 elders don't seek validation or attention sir I think you lie.
@OkOk-fu4gb11 ай бұрын
@@wherethewatermeetstheshadewhat the hell is your problem?
@shaen.s640111 ай бұрын
Cap😅😅
@psidvicious11 ай бұрын
@@wherethewatermeetstheshade Uh oh, the elder authentication police is lurking. Looking to call out phonies, younger than their claims. You’re also one to critique writing skills. It’s clear you skipped a few classes.
@AdamHansen9511 ай бұрын
Imagine having a friend who just gives you a watch that he bough off ebay and serviced himself... that's a great friend lol
@AdamHansen9511 ай бұрын
btw, wally is a hilariously, fantastic nickname lol. Others I came up with that I would probably have rotated around every once in a while if I was your dad: walter, walberg, remember the walamo, walmart, (on this platform called twitch, there's an emote/emoticon for people who are ignored by the streamer they just donated to and it's DonoWall--which is a guy talking to a brick wall) if he can't be reached DonoWall. Either way that part of the video definitely made me smile
@alpal630011 ай бұрын
Thats exactly what I was thinking😊
@richardcrouthamel439711 ай бұрын
I stumbled onto the channel quite by accident and I’m very glad I did. I’m an alcoholic in recovery for the last 11 years and your vids remind me of one of my first friends in AA. He name was Al. He was a retired engineer who had a hobby similar to yours, with a slight twist. Al would buy vintage watches on EBay and restore them. After restoration, Al would give the watch to a newly sober individual, with the challenge of using it to get to AA meetings on time. Until I saw your videos, I never realized how much work and commitment Al invested. He’s been gone for about 7 years and I think of him often. Thank you for this fine channel.
@cookie4wookiee11 ай бұрын
That's awesome giving back!
@Poppinwheeeeellllllieeeeez10 ай бұрын
Well, I'm not in AA, but 2.5 years straight edge currently. I'm doing it for me, so I can be a great father to my kids. Temptation is always lurking.
@richardcrouthamel439710 ай бұрын
@@Poppinwheeeeellllllieeeeez Bless you and your family. 🫵🫵
@TylerRich9 ай бұрын
Also not in AA, but six months sober. I bought myself a Tudor as a culmination of six months of sobriety and my 32nd birthday. I’ve worn it everyday since I received it, and it’s been a constant reminder to stay the course, as time is the most precious commodity we have. There’s power in these little machines.
@richardcrouthamel43978 ай бұрын
@@TylerRich That’s exactly what Al would say! Congratulations and God keep you close in your journey.
@TheTekknician11 ай бұрын
Where Marshall fixes watches, he also fixes my weekend by giving me something relaxing to watch on this European saturday-morning. This is waking up nicely. Grand!
@HrLBolle11 ай бұрын
right you are my fellow European citizen
@NorCalDubber11 ай бұрын
What rabbit hole did I just fall down? I can't stop watching these watch restoration videos.
@Macabri_2k1011 ай бұрын
Small tip for the small repairs, get UV hardening expoxy instead of this black 2 component one, it is clear and stays liquid until you harden it with a UV lamp. So you have all the time so set your piece and make sure it's clean before you fix it in its final position
@alk3myst11 ай бұрын
@@Rasputin-p4e He never claimed to be a watch repairer. However; many don't know about things that can make their life easier and UV expoxy is a great one. Especially for repairs where you have to line up other things after setting the part in place.
@neale387111 ай бұрын
I think my dentist uses something like that
@Macabri_2k1011 ай бұрын
@@neale3871 they use a special UV curable compound when they fill cavities. it's not your standard epoxy as such
@medea278 ай бұрын
UV epoxy is great stuff, but I suspect Marshall used something like JB Weld because it was a metal-to-metal join... also because it was completely tucked underneath (not much epoxy surface area to expose to UV light). I've tried UV epoxy in a similar situation (along with half a dozen other adhesives!) and it was actually Marshall & commenters on one of his earlier videos who reminded me about automotive epoxies like JB... they require a little finesse to use, but they are rock-solid. The comments section is always a goldmine of tips & tricks! 👍
@joeglass843111 ай бұрын
I'm an automotive technician myself. I love your channel. You have inspired my interest into this hobby!
@Enygma8911 ай бұрын
Your comment makes me want to mention.. Yup, benchpressing a gearbox isn't the best 😜 Indeed a great channel 🤘🏼
@4gui42911 ай бұрын
My wife thought it was funny that I was watching this video and I reminded her that I recently needed to do a small repair on her watch and I knew how to do it because I watch this channel. Thank you very much .
@BCM195911 ай бұрын
I wish I had the eyesight to use what I've learned from him. I opened one of my broken watches but even with magnification I just can't see good enough.
@WayneLiu94511 ай бұрын
As a eBay employee I really love how you get your watch and all the parts to do something so special like this! It makes the platform so much better with buyers/sellers like you :)
@mnguyen31311 ай бұрын
He works on watches and cars, he is quite possibly your most reliable buying demographic haha
@Stettafire11 ай бұрын
@@hunterws"Mistake" 🙄
@Redmech808 ай бұрын
I've been an eBay user since 1999, have purchased and sold so many items. Absolutely love the platform in almost every way.
@ricknelson94711 ай бұрын
I recently lost my best friend of 55 years. We became inseparable friends in kindergarten. I can’t tell you how much it means to me staying in contact with his children. Mike is a fortunate guy.
@gtv6chuck11 ай бұрын
Adam Savage of "Mythbusters" gave you a bit of a plug on his channel "Adam Savage's Tested" the other day. He was fiddling around with his Seiko. That was pretty cool of him.
@gtv6chuck11 ай бұрын
@@confidential719 A Marshall/Adam collab would be fun.
@HorstGBurkhardt11 ай бұрын
"Let's make Mikey a watch." Me, internally: "congratulations Mikey, you're a watch!"
@timinjapan383611 ай бұрын
Nice line! The only thing I was thinking was that "he was gonna like it". Hey Mikey, he likes it!
@CountryWolf_TX11 ай бұрын
@@timinjapan3836Now pouring myself a bowl of Life
@oldnick470711 ай бұрын
'Wally the Watch"! That'll do fine! Lol!😅
@bramweinreder234611 ай бұрын
I had to think about it for a moment and then... it just clicked! Don't get all wound up over it though, or you'll grind your gears.
@aussiebloke60911 ай бұрын
Internal monologues are such fun at times. 👍😁
@CameronMcCreary11 ай бұрын
What's super about this channel is I get to see Marshall use specific tools and I can match them up on the Internet and purchase them as needed. I am getting quite a Bergeon tool collection.
@1izakcrafford11 ай бұрын
A restoration seminar with @WristwatchRevival and @HandToolRescue will be the most informative, and BEST voiced seminar in existance.
@jb67890111 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed the backstory behind this watch restoration. Brought back the best memories as my dad passed last year (Sept 26) and he too was a watch enthusiast/collector. My Rolex sits in a box while I have been wearing my dad's dive watch. A well built Master 2000 from Deep Blue, with an ETA 2824. Dad gave it to me a couple of years ago and it had a minor issue with the stem having come loose from the crown. It was a short job to remove and affix the stem back into the crown (set with some blue loctite). The watch has been on my wrist (24x7) for the better part of this year. My dad would always tell me that I would get his watch collection when he passed and I would always say in response..."Thanks dad...but please...don't rush it!"
@CP-mb7ly6 ай бұрын
This one made me cry those good tears of appreciation for you, your dad, and "Wally". Beautiful story, thank you for sharing it with us!
@matasa746311 ай бұрын
Your dad and "Wally" sounds like the best of buds. Your pops was being a true bro, and never let him live it down, lol And you did him proud by helping him do it again from the most unexpected of angles. Perfection.
@KeieiH11 ай бұрын
I was having a really sad day. Watching your video made me calm down and feel better. ❤ Thank you.
@jeno26411 ай бұрын
What a great story, now we all know Mikey's story! 😂 We are all a Wally sometimes 💖
@chrisharris152211 ай бұрын
My son earned the nick name Rolly in almost the exact same way
@MpSkyfall11 ай бұрын
Nice friendship. I think that Mikey would love it.
@fredfred236311 ай бұрын
Who else was scanning for Wally's name...? Great vid as usual!
@American_Jeeper11 ай бұрын
Marshall, your restorations never cease to amaze me. The best part of this is now I know who Mikey is, as I've heard you mention him in your early days, when you had just a handful of Patreons and used to thank them individually. Great story and great restoration for a great guy.
@davidt356311 ай бұрын
I shed a happy tear over yours / dads story about Mikey, so it looks like I'm in good company! Thanks for sharing a window into your family and I am sorry for your loss!
@gummy1.011 ай бұрын
I love seeing notifications come up from this channel, best part of my day hands down!
@panopticonoctopus56011 ай бұрын
I was feeling quite low today, but your video lifted me to a better place. There is something so beautiful and relaxing in seeing all those parts come back together to move again.
@ronbrumble649311 ай бұрын
I love the story time while watching these videos. 45 min's blinks by, and I can't believe how captivating these really are. Been watching for about 4 years now, and these vids never get old. Thank you for such great content.
@billmason278511 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for giving a lesson and a brief respite from life's challenges....your channel is therapy❤
@jeffreyyoung410411 ай бұрын
I hope Wally loves it! ;) As a former drag racer, nicknames usually stuck. Mine was Crash, and I was quite proud to be called it! Great work on the watch, nice that it wasn't damaged, but I can't help but think, someone may have put the hands back on too tight, causing it not to run. I have seen such things working on aircraft instruments!
@BigBangGamers11 ай бұрын
I stumbled across one of your videos a few weeks ago and since then I have watched a lot of your videos. I wanted you to know how pleasant you are to listen to. I can't explain why I personally have been attracted to your videos because I don't even wear a watch. As a hobbyist mechanic, I suppose the interest was regarding watching someone work on something so small and tedious. I think I have now seen enough of your videos to have memorized a majority of the common parts names. You are simply very enjoyable to watch work and listen to, as you work. Perfect balance of knowledge, skill, humbleness, etc. Thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge.
@ecurps111 ай бұрын
That uniform steel color throughout is really nice. Weird as it may sound, it gives the watch an industrial uniformity that gives a really clean feel.
@justinfollowing667711 ай бұрын
You posted the video almost 1 hour ago., 944 people watched it already. You have lots of fans Marshall. 👏👏👏👏👏
@jeno26411 ай бұрын
Over 10k views at 2 hours! That's indeed alot of watch and or Marshall fans 💖
@kpmariner199811 ай бұрын
Marshall - this is epic. I’m sure Mikey/Wally thinks so to. You took a junky watch and made it priceless. Well done.
@evanharriman535211 ай бұрын
What a special gift and story! I’m only 10 minutes into the video so far but I hope Wally loves his watch
@mobrien712811 ай бұрын
What a magnificent tribute to “Mikey” and your Dad!
@mercoid8 ай бұрын
That turned out beautiful! It has real presence while still being understated. Love it! Happy for Mikey.
@393Nader11 ай бұрын
I'm a car guy, but really enjoy watching your videos. You are so right about the desire to restore, without having to get sore and dirty dealing with oily, heavy car parts. You've inspired me to investigate the watch servicing hobby.
@sachiyth11 ай бұрын
Thank you for being humble and honest about where you learned to fix the watches. This is something that I’m going to learn. So thank you 🙏🏼
@2miom11 ай бұрын
One of the rare displays that relaxes me and imperceptibly improves my English. Greetings from Serbia!
@mraymo197711 ай бұрын
Love your story about Wally! My dad passed in 2006 and I still have a great (and similar) relationship with his best friend.
@mutualbeard11 ай бұрын
The watch would have a market value but as a gift to Mikey it's priceless.Yay!
@hedleythorne11 ай бұрын
Sorry you lost your father, I lost mine last year. Great that you are restoring his friend's watch. Love the videos, they are unique- keep posting them!
@jmydy11 ай бұрын
This is greatest gift a friend could make.
@OhioGolfAddict11 ай бұрын
The dark grey straps look great with the light blue dial. Gives of cocktail time vibes. Love it.
@glennbarker22211 ай бұрын
Lovely, I really like the 70's Seiko watches. Great that this one is going to go on for another 50 years.
@alexeyanikushin8799 ай бұрын
Thank you so much dear Mr.Marshall for your tremendously complicated work and your friendly attitude to us your fans.
@talister106Ай бұрын
Big fan of Seiko dials and watches. Your friend will be very proud to have this watch. Well done.
@WatchConnoisseurClub11 ай бұрын
Man I just love you and your videos more than words can comprehend
@bradleypariah11 ай бұрын
You inspired me to start repairing broken watches off eBay. I've polished up and replaced parts & movements on quite a few, but only sold a handful, and I have a lot of fun. Someday I hope to be confident enough to completely dismantle automatic movements as you do. My most recent milestone was building my own automatic watch from parts. Quite a learning experience, and I thought about your channel almost the entire time.
@Palaemon4410 ай бұрын
I’m not a watch guy myself, I normally don’t even wear one, and just look at my phone to get the time but I understand the nostalgia appeal, especially as I’m now a old geezer. I recently sent my Dad’s post WW2 vintage Longines chronograph back to the factory for a full restoration. The restoration took six months and cost as much as two iPhone 15’s, but they did a beautiful job. I now wear a watch more often, and get a little finger exercise winding it!
@nyckhampson7925 ай бұрын
Such a lovely gesture to buy fix and service a great watch for your dear pal .
@ThatJoshGuy32711 ай бұрын
Honestly the best part of the story for me is the knowledge that you're a racer. Lot of good short tracks and a lot of good racing going on. I always see in the Patreon list when James Hinchcliffe comes up and I'm like "ain't no way that's the indycar driver" but now I'm convinced and that is so freaking cool to me. Good stuff, thank you for what you do. You're a good dude.
@justadudeonaphone392711 ай бұрын
So, I'm sitting here finishing up another carburetor project while watching wristwatch revival videos back to back and waiting for some watchmaking tools in the mail. Thank you Marshall, after rebuilding carburetors for years it feels kinda fitting that the guy who got me Into watchmaking would have a background with carbs.
@northshoreman11 ай бұрын
He is the Bob Ross of the watch world. Very relaxing videos.
@jasonchatham417011 ай бұрын
I have watched quite a few of your videos Marshall (I got into watches a couple years ago) and while they are not a class room, I feel like I could service a watch at this point. Now, maybe that’s just ego 😅. Point is your videos are highly instructive as well. Condolences on your Father.
@jozsefizsak11 ай бұрын
That's wonderful! The story of Mikey is as nice as this splendid watch. Thank you for the special moments.
@jamessparkman100111 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tip on getting the date right. I didn't know that my Invicta could do that. I'm one of those that would spend significant time scrolling through all the dates to get it set right.
@coleslawjones331710 ай бұрын
The amount of joy I get from watching your channel is unmatched. 😊😊
@pwc10211 ай бұрын
Love that dial. Simple and classic.
@ashedinthewoods11 ай бұрын
Love vintage Seikos, wearing my purple Vanac right now while watching this 🤩 Comparing this older movement with the later iterations from Seiko shows how much time they spend to simplify the mechanics of the watch for easier production and easier maintenance. There are soooo many parts in there you won’t find in a 5626, not talking about the modern 6r series. It really was a step by step process, with every interaction they improved on little things. Some have been try and error, like the plastic date change wheels on the 56 series that break after 50 years from aging. But mostly I think they did a great job to streamline the mechanical movement into modern times, still creating affordable mechanical watches for the masses…
@MadMax76er11 ай бұрын
What a lovely gesture, hope Wally enjoys his watch
@michaelm78433 ай бұрын
That was a great thing to honor Mikey! Kudos!
@mordeth196411 ай бұрын
Man, that really is sweet little watch. It's a shame Seiko don't make them like that anymore. Once again you have delivered a great video and I really love the backstory about Wally, your dear old dad and yourself❤👍
@HorstGBurkhardt11 ай бұрын
While not quite so extensively engineered, the SNK50x series with the 7S26 calibre has very similar vibes. Pleasure to use, wonderful to work on, and they'll outlast any one human if correctly maintained. I'm dailying a 4R36 at the moment - the SRPH23, I think - and part of the purchasing rationale was "I'll be able to give it to my kid, some day."
@philiprice787511 ай бұрын
Ditto after the last one Marshall done i loved the weird lume and the way it looked so tried to get one, no luck but still hopeful, i live in hope Seiko bring it back as part of "heritage series"
@mikeobie111 ай бұрын
@@philiprice7875I have looked for one weekly since I saw that video. At least I know I’m competing against one other person.
@Milesbarrington11 ай бұрын
With the unusual lume layout I would have loved to see a photo of the finished watch in the dark!
@Bass.Player11 ай бұрын
Such a nice gift being restored by a good friend. Mikey it's nice to have friends like Marshall...👍 Enjoy the watch Wally.
@briancarpenter125511 ай бұрын
I really love the story that goes with this watch service. I don't know if you are aware of the name of the prestigious trophy given to each winner of the top tier NHRA drag racing classes but it happens to be called the "Wally" named after the late founder of the NHRA Wally Parks. I kind of got a chuckle after your story. Keep up the good work Marshall, always look forward to your videos because I know we are always in for a treat.
@Sizukun111 ай бұрын
So many 'vintage' watches in my opinion simply look better than many other watches made today.
@gordonburns873111 ай бұрын
A brilliant restoration for a very special person. Thank you for sharing.
@MrWylis11 ай бұрын
What a guy. Lovely story, and a great job. Thanks, Marshall.
@BrochtrupBean11 ай бұрын
One of my favorite places on YT. Thanks for the info, details, and soothing videos.
@medea278 ай бұрын
Love everything about this video.... my father built & drove rally cars, with a bit of stock car & sidecar racing as well, and I heard many a "Wally-style" story about him & his mates. And I _love_ those Seiko watches... my taste takes after my dad's, and this type of simple stainless steel watch design is right up my alley. This reflected lume design is actually perfect for an everyday watch that's rarely covered by clothing (lots of bright lume on a watch drives me nuts!) and the small crown makes it more comfortable to wear on your left hand, as well as not catching on clothing & other things like long hair - which, as a woman who wears men's watches almost exclusively, is a big win! I bet Wally's smile lit up the room when you gave this to him. 💜
@fredrikstad0111 ай бұрын
Yeeey, Marshall is back❤️❤️Dude, long story why, but your vids gives my mind peace😊
@DeNialDSoul11 ай бұрын
Absolutely love watching you work! You said, "with my other 2 hands", @38:44 while talking about the press and this made me chuckle and it's fantastic! Love everything you do!
@Seryous11 ай бұрын
Stumbled onto this channel, and I knew I recognized your voice after listening to it for so many years watching mtg coverage. Like both contents.
@johnkelly788611 ай бұрын
Hi Marshall; you comment at the end of your video on the difficulty of hand winding these tiny crowns. There is a pin vise with plastic jaws that is used for winding these tiny crowns, without marring the crown’s knurling. Love your work, and thanks for everything.
@samsullivan970111 ай бұрын
I love your content, Marshall. I have been watching for about a year and a half. I love having it on as "chill background" when I am doing work. You have sparked such a love and passion for watchmaking that I have just signed up for a "build a watch" event at my local jeweler/AD put on by AWCI. I am super excited to get my feet my feet wet and really appreciate you putting in all this time an effort to bring the horologic hobby to the masses and make it easily accessible. -your friend, Sam
@milolll11 ай бұрын
I want to see it glows in the dark!
@FollowTheJohn11 ай бұрын
I know nothing about watches but I’m addicted to your channel.
@JoshHefnerX11 ай бұрын
Watch came out great! Thanks for sharing that family story with us.
@valyatimtsenko11 ай бұрын
I'm a huge fan of your channel. I also really injoy your stories. Your dad would be proud. Great job on the wally watch.
@yveslauwereyns667711 ай бұрын
Marshall you inspired me to revive my very own eBay special: a Seiko 7290! It’s now running within a few seconds a day (I know, not perfect) but I’m really happy with it. Really excited to see you work on more complex movements as well!
@LiqdPT11 ай бұрын
Now you made me look at the patreon list and noticed "Fluffy, Bringer of Doom"
@Xaunoki11 ай бұрын
Always a pleasure to *watch* you work your magic.
@JeffBeairsto11 ай бұрын
Beautiful watch and a lovely gift for Mikey.
@lukeplayer18711 ай бұрын
I absolutely love your channel. I know absolutely nothing about watch making or servicing but it’s so relaxing watching you do your thing. Love the story of your dad and his friends nickname, I’m sure Wally will cherish the watch 😊.
@JBinFL11 ай бұрын
I have a Seiko 5 Sport and it has two features i love. One is the intermediate position on the winding stem where one direction sets the day and the other sets the date. Talk about a time saver! And the other is a clear back so that you can see the automatic movement run. I love watching it run!
@philiprice787511 ай бұрын
my dad told me about the time he was in a jewellery store and he told me to behave or else. there was a cabinet with a skeleton clock that i just knelt down and stared at for 15 mins, total fascination in seeing it work one of the sales girls took me around and turned on the chimes for me to listen too. i was blown away
@Buddha-bei-die-Fische11 ай бұрын
I have been watching some of your videos and I really enyoed it. I'm a total layman when it comes to watches, though I have a number of different ones. What I most like about your videos is your narration. It's so nice and easy going. I applaude you. Best wishes for you from North Germany, Christof
@jlore634411 ай бұрын
That is a beautiful Seiko, and the work to restore it was awesome as usual. Mikey is a lucky dude. Thanks for sharing.
@patrickpatterson18211 ай бұрын
Ive been watching your channel for about 2 years.....i really enjoy
@DavidDavis-fishing11 ай бұрын
Gooood morning from central Florida! Hope everyone has a great day!
@wildbill986311 ай бұрын
This is incredibly heartwarming Thank you to you and Mikey Sharing this was incredible
@michaelkaercher11 ай бұрын
As always a pleasure to see your videos.
@Dr.Gunsmith11 ай бұрын
Marshall you also help fix my PTSD 🙏
@TheTubecrap11 ай бұрын
Lol, looking forward to watching this but dropped too late for this East Coaster. Must go to bed. I will happily watch tomorrow. :-)
@Craig_Narramoore11 ай бұрын
Oh you bought one to restore. I read it was restoring one he already had. You really are a super nice guy!
@savage22bolt3211 ай бұрын
That view out the window at 45:05 ! Reminds me of the Collins Company building in Collinsville CT, or the Starrett building in Athol, MA, and many others in New England. Ah, can't forget Sam Colt's place in Hartford CT!
@JewelryEnthusiast11 ай бұрын
I love watching these videos.
@TheDonCucaracho11 ай бұрын
lovely watch for Walle 😄
@donevans188411 ай бұрын
what a gift for a friend , Marshal that is stunning , you have a special way with you , fantastic .
@janxspirit670710 ай бұрын
Great Video, brought back memories of my late father who had this Seiko too. Thank you.
@kts.trungle11 ай бұрын
Always wait for new video notifications from your channel.