Using Denture Cleaner (??) to Restore This Vintage Pocket Watch From the 1890s

Marshall restores a vintage pocket watch from the 1890s that belongs to a friend of his. It's technically running, but could use a lot of help to look and run it's best. He uses some traditional (and some non-traditional) restoration methods on this one, to a great result!
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[@paulschumacker9901]

Back in the day, people would go to a jeweler who would stock watch movements of different size and quality, and cases that were either gold filled or 10/14/18 carat gold. The jeweler would assemble the final product using the parts chosen by the customer. Frequently people would choose a cheaper movement and put it in a solid gold case (Don’t ask me why …). We now see lots of mediocre movements on eBay, as their solid gold cases were sold for the gold. But as you say, this has created a bountiful supply of cheap movements that many of us have used to learn elementary watch repair skills!

[@brendapatterson7123]

I actually gasped and said "Oh that's beautiful!" when the case was opened and the movement exposed. It is so stunning.

[@Codex_of_Wisdom]

I will have to remember that denture cleaner trick. That turned out beautifully, as did the whole restoration.

[@OtherSarah2]

I've known about it for military surplus canteens for several years, but always thought watches would be too delicate. Then again ... salt, soda and vinegar's probably not much less kinetic/abrasive (old-school DIY coin cleaner).

[@F0XD1E]

Denture cleaner works great for cleaning just about anything in my experience. Amazing for thermoses to get out coffee stains.

[@Codex_of_Wisdom]

@@F0XD1EAnd obviously food-safe, too. Good to know!

[@FloridaClay]

Such a different time when inside parts that most people would never see are so beautifully decorated. All about craftsmanship.

[@bmxerkrantz]

it also helps to trap dust outside of the internals.

[@IIREHII]

A bygone era. I use to want to have work done (on anything) at a discounted price. Now It seems to take all my effort to have people just do the job they promised. And craftmanship? Not something I ever encounter today. IT is always about someone wanting the most money to do the lest work. Somehow over the years I developed a positive work ethic and do the best job I can. I am not sure WTH this came from but I like it.

[@Altheodi]

I thought you might like to know- my 5yo dayghter loves to watch your videos as she goes to sleep. She frequently gets hypnagogic hallucinations as she falls to sleep, things like, there are spiders on her face biting her. This makes it hard for her to settle. Your content isngreat because she doesnt understand what you're talking about but your voice is soothing and pleasant, the images are repetitive and slow moving, it wont grab her attention too much and it lets her relax and escape from the spiders if she needs to by opening her eyes. She is interested in what you do, too, but she can let it wash over her. Thanks for what you do!

[@ChicagoJon2016]

Man I love the internet. It's terrible and will destroy us all, but it's amazing to hear that your daughter gets comfort

[@repentnow1720]

The Bob Ross You Tube channel = The ultimate calming voice. Pick a season and let him soothe your daughter to sleep! : )

[@StaceNyourFace]

​@@repentnow1720Works for me too. I love watching Bob Ross vids before I got to sleep. ❤

[@tempocrazed2]

Hey Marshal. I've been a long time sub under a different name, but what I wanted to tell you is that I got into watchmaking because of your videos. Now I fix watches to sell and work on other people's watches for extra money. I really love the hobby/part time job. Thanks so much for all you do for the community!

[@WatchRestorationCottage]

Yes, Marshall also inspired me to give the hobby a try! He might go down as a legend in that respect - inspiring MANY into horology.

[@smith507]

It was a rough week at work and just today everything slowed down a bit, this video landed right when it was needed most. Thanks Marshall!

[@cookie4wookiee]

Great vids for a chill.

[@BleuSquid]

Oh my heart went a flutter when I saw that it was a Waltham. I live just a few towns away, so they're a huge part of my appreciation for timekeeping!

[@ryno101]

@BleuSquid, me too! I’m in Andover. Just getting started with watchmaking myself, watching this channel was what inspired me.

[@msalzberg4962]

When we were first married, my wife and I lived across the street from the old watch factory, on Crescent Street in Waltham. It's a beautiful old building, right on the Charles River, now redeveloped as condos.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

it me cringe hearing him pronounce the British way vs. the way we all pronounce it

[@msalzberg4962]

@@bostonrailfan2427 I found out that the British way is the proper pronunciation for the watch company's name. Even though they were in WalTHAM, it was the WALthum Watch Company.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

@@msalzberg4962 except it’s named after the city, which uses the French pronunciation…it might have originated as a British name but it’s insulting to the company to mispronounce the name

[@Jack63141]

I really appreciate the explanation of how the fast/slow adjustment works at 35:00. I have seen this adjustment before, but didn't know HOW it actually adjusted the watch speed. Thank you.

[@MrAuk929]

This is some of the very best workmanship that I have ever seen! Congratulations on the restoration.

[@matthijsmobach6845]

I'm still amazed that that watch cleaning machine is so old. It has something timeless about it for me.

[@blister762]

Ive always had an affinity for pocket watches. My uncle was a logger and carried one and when I was young he would let me carry it. In the military we wore chronographs because we needed the precision. A lot. But in my post military career I worked with high voltages and precision robots and machinery so we never wore jewelry or watches. Our pagers were our time keepers. But I still have a love of pocket watches. In todays world of cellphone wrists watches that keep track of everything, the simplicity of a mechanical pocket watch draws me every time. An excellent video. Thank you.

[@GalileoAV]

That movement is stunning, even compared to the beautifully decorated case. Really incredible piece

[@mazinman3]

There’s something relaxing about your videos Marshall. Thank you for posting them!

[@gusenglehorn]

Thanks so much for restoring my watch, Marsh! It looks wonderful and I had a great time watching the video.

[@kf7tkj]

I cant believe how well the denture cleaner worked...I was as shocked as you sounded lol =)

[@Mr.Potatuh]

You’re one of my top comfort KZbinrs, you always brighten up my day! I wish you the very best

[@chris26462]

I love how you always come with a new story on how certain things are named or why things were done that way they were. You always make me learn something new about watches!

[@slaphead2965]

I can imagine the invoice.... 1x full service 1x crystal 1x Polident denture tablet ...and tax! Great video Marshall. Keep up the good work. 👍🙂🇬🇧

[@Kaiivex]

This makes me want to take apart the random old watches I have laying around my house. Except I don't have the tools to fix them 😂

[@josephmartinez9054]

I was absolutely amazed when you took the dial out of the denture cleaner! That was an awesome trick to learn and I was blown away. Love the content and you inspired me to start working on watches myself. Big fan of your work!

[@robertmarx4857]

Thanks so much for the content. Ive been watching for 6+mos and I actually have learned a ton. I will retire in 6 mos and probably give watch making a consideration to fill the void. You are a great teacher and I never tire of going over the same info over and over. Again thx mucho

[@brass427]

That's a great idea!

[@donaldevans5752]

Brilliant restoration Marshal , gorgeous watch .

[@_2N2222]

I learned about this denture cleaner trick back in the past millennium when I still had my analog photo lab. It was recommended for cleaning contaminated containers and tools.

[@marsh_usa]

It always amazes me how every part and detail of those movements are beautifully decorated but the backside of the dials always look like nobody ever gave af

[@wastedpotato4555]

Im still blown away at how old this piece is 140+ wow think of the time and effort that went into producing these items. Thanks for another great video

[@tonyaxeman4381]

I would have told You so about the banking pins . I would have flattened the hour hand . I saw it get caught up with seconds hand in the beginning

[@sassypuppy2937]

The dial is sparkling clean & MINTY FRESH. 😂 🤣 😂

[@TorridDesign]

Not sure what moment was my favorite, when you showed the movement, or when you used polident to refurbish the dial, amazing work!

[@jatco84]

What a beautiful watch..and another great restoration Marshall.. Kudos to you..and Thanks for the tour.

[@Orzorn]

What an absolutely beautiful design on the watch's surface, and hidden under the dial even! They took a lot of care to get the details right on things most people would never see.

[@dacodahunter8186]

That definitely looks like a village fishing camp up here, cheers from Alaska!

[@n3ox242]

I love the enthusiasm you bring at the beginning of each video and almost always continue throughout the video.

[@csspinner]

Thanks for the video. I have a soft spot for Walthams.

[@Inked_Badger]

You always thank us for coming along for the ride on each adventure, but I want to thank you for the chance to do so. Whenever I need to unwind and relax, or when I have problems sleeping I pull up your playlist and just let it run. Needless to say I have watched all your videos multiple times! I have to admit that doing this has me wanting to try out this hobby. I know you recommend starting with a pocket watch movement because the size is easier on the eyes. Does that hold true for desk clocks? Or are they a different beast?

[@user-js5bt4lt6q]

Hi Marshall. Recently I had a problem with a Pocket Watch that had a Bezel and Bezel Ring that did not want to unscrew. I found an easy way of loosening the Bezel Ring. I took a large piece of Duct-Tape and stuck it to the face of my pocket watch and then I trimmed off the excess tape that hung below the Bezel Ring. Then, I used my 8-Ball to twist off the Bezel Ring and Bezel. Worked like a charm. No problem at all.

[@jeffcotton2235]

I would have replaced the main spring... it doesn't make any sense to completely work on a watch like this and leave it with an old substandard spring. Your penchant for nostalgia I believe gets in the way of doing top-notch repairs.

[@brass427]

Not surprising, though. He has referred to his past interest in classic cars and preserving originality is often an important aspect.

[@jeffcotton2235]

@@brass427 Well, to use that example, then leaving a worn out oil pump gears instead of replacing them would be about the equivalent. Since the main spring cannot be seen I don't know what the bugaboo is on his part about maintaining originality. Why didn't he ask the owner of the watch? The Nekkid Watchmaker would replace the spring. So would several other repair channels here too.

[@drgdieselfrenzy7707]

One of the neat things about these watches was back in the day when you bought one, you'd pick a case you liked and then match it to a movement, or vice versa. In this way if you had a limited budget you might favor a nicer case and a cheaper movement, or a nicer movement and a cheaper case.

[@sassypuppy2937]

🎉 Your luv & excitement about watchmaking is palpable through the video .... thank you for sharing!!

[@TheGrinbery]

This is some wizard level restoration. Holy moly man

[@johnm9285]

Stunning. Those long and thing roman numerals are elegant and timeless.

[@davecurda2350]

Beautiful case on this watch

[@koiepicjourney]

Always looking forward to your videos Mr. Marshall. Thank you for it.

[@chrisdavidson9431]

Another great video on a super little watch. Thanks for your time Marshall and for sharing 👍

[@extremelydave]

The denture cleaner hack makes perfect sense and works like a champ!!!!

[@moboei]

What an amazing piece. Beautiful

[@colshaw793]

Loving the time lapses and sound of the tools on watch.

[@WEKM]

Oh, wow. When you opened the back, I just love seeing beautiful movements like that.

[@BrackenClockWorks]

Incorporating this dial cleaning technique to future repairs. Thanks for sharing, Marshall!!

[@RodneyCook-sm2gv]

Good stuff as always. Marshall,I love watching your videos. Thank you.

[@vincenttrigg4521]

I love watching professionals learn new things ❤

[@ypaulbrown]

always wonderful Marshall...cheers from Florida, PAUL

[@BigMoonArcade]

Amazing piece of craftsmanship from a bygone time. Very satisfying to see it breathe life again!

[@jshoe2490]

Loved the denture cleaner! Also the detail around the hair spring thingie and how it adjusts the timing. I always wondered how that worked.

[@ygrbooks]

Great video on a very beautiful watch: thank you Marshall 👍👏👌!

[@fdelacou]

I would love to see a BTS video, showing how you work on the watch and record the videos. You mentioned the tools that are used on the watch but nothing about your working station. You mentioned using high magnification at one point... :) Thank you.

[@DITTYtube]

New tool! Smoothing broach. You go Marshall.

[@randycrager4074]

Great Video and excellent job Marshal! Thanks, always a pleasure watching your videos!

[@onlysilv]

One of the best communities on YT!

[@MorellioBenoir]

Yay Wristwatch Revival! Thank you for another amazing video.

[@FannieLaGreca]

Beautiful Marshall.

[@JoLowden-oz9no]

Hello Marshall, you do wonderful work, it's great to see your videos.

[@jonrutherford6852]

What a stunning beauty both inside and out. Always happy to see another of these videos -- it feels like having a visit from a kind friend. May they continue for as long as you don't tire of making them!

[@breevwhyman2985]

Sir , beautiful design on that project .....thanks for up close shows of it ...... Marshall Sir, you are an INCREDIBLY skilled horologist ..... best wishes

[@jwv6985]

Great to see another video! They always make my day a bit brighter

[@weldonsanford8985]

Have no idea what all of the technical stuff means but love love the channel. So cool.

[@suettsui3934]

Thank you for your video.

[@nucleja]

i cannot believe the denture cleaner worked. amazing!!!!

[@jamespassas9441]

Amazing, you can't see the cracks at all! My mum used to use denture cleaner to clean her crystal vases. It's a very versatile product.

[@tomroeder7348]

Excellent work, another great video. Thank you for making these.

[@JustanOlGuy]

Great work as usual, thanks for sharing.

[@111sconeful]

Gorgeous watch.

[@modern3272]

I was gifted a very similar Waltham pocket watch from the 1880s. It is the other dial orientation with the 12 below the crown. Very beautiful keeps time very well also.

[@Mustafa.alhijjawi]

Nice to have you back

[@bearlybusy3267]

Incredible job, breathtakingly beautiful shots of it at the end. Thank you Marshall you are always a pleasure to watch.

[@ronlindenau5577]

One of the most beautiful dials I have ever seen you work on

[@tgh965]

Always a pleasure to come along on your weird little journeys. 😊 Thank you for the extra effort to make that possible.

[@henryszubielski8601]

Beautiful watch. Amazing video.

[@spacekadebt1641]

Why doesn't KZbin notifications notify my until 5 days later? In any event, this is my favorite KZbin Channel. Thanks, Marshall. Saving up for a watchmaking course to have a new job. I'm a former Mililani radar repairer and you gave me hope for liking my job. Thank you.

[@stephenmayock3776]

I lived in Waltham MA (aka watch city) for 12 years. Love to see these old watches .

[@msalzberg4962]

I lived there from 1972 - 1981; right across Crescent Street from the old watch factory.

[@kurtiskuchcinski2628]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@i_am_am_i]

It’s a stunning watch and a stunning craft. 👏🏽🤙🏽

[@twobob]

incredible result this time Marshall

[@xrpoverlord5898]

Thank you Marshall for your great videos! You have gone and done it, converted me into having a go. Jumped in and bought my first bit of kit, an old Brenway watch cleaner from a local auction house that I will restore and get running again. Hopefully a good start to my Journey ahead. Big fan from the UK

[@UKDrew]

Awesome as Always... Thank you for such a cool video ..Pleasure to watch and learn

[@amme30]

Stunning

[@brianhunt6943]

Wow that is awesome with the dental cleaner!

[@averytheamazingone]

Really liked the photo of the 2 trucks or the first one with the hole in the fence! Those were really cool. I wanna take my 6x7 out more but I only have a giant long lense so its too heavy at the moment

[@robertbartram5632]

great video thanks for posting

[@DaliwolfBacon]

This was a gorgeous watch, and it was a pleasure to watch you service it :)

[@TonyManero88]

Hey Marshall! I'm a huge fan and look forward to watching your videos. It is one of the best ways to relax after a long week. Wondering if you would be interested in making a "state of the (your) collection" video. You have really nice watches that we see you wear in each video and it would be cool to see what is in your collection and your thoughts in those watches. Hopefully you will consider making such a video.

[@scrotiemcboogerballs1981]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@DaveMGmovies]

The denture tip is fantastic -- who knew? Great video as always.

[@user-nb7sm4rg9r]

awesome video Marshall. So great to use the denture cleaner. They're also brilliant for cleaning refillable water bottles!

[@andyyoung3233]

Great video mate

[@fgb3126]

We must not be afraid of experimenting, within certain constraints of course. What a great technique you can now use in future!

[@EACORE]

Wow that watch is a dream. Im gonna have fun watching this tonight

[@AHP32]

Haha i kept saying thread the hairspring, thread the hairspring! Glad you caught it second time around. So satisfying haha

[@MikeT]

Looks great

[@Oddzilla51]

Wow. That turned out amazing! Always thought of having my great grandfathers 1930's Hamilton pocket watch cleaned up. One of these days. :)

[@arcflashed]

I'm always happy to get the notification that you've posted another video. Always interesting to watch