Valjoux 7750 Swap Mod Project!

[@dylanharrington744]

Good job Jody mate. You managed to utilise the ugliest watch in the world to power the second ugliest.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

🤣🤣👌 At least an improvement of sorts!

[@dylanharrington744]

Just One More Watch true enough pal. I liked the look of the original face/ movement but the case, bezel and strap were too much imo

[@code6400]

Superb comment!

[@smithss32]

This comment is gold

[@spencer.watches]

I don't care what other people say, I adore that 70s square chronograph style. Makes me think of vintage race cars. Fantastic job!

[@NathanChisholm041]

Same here

[@viperkil13]

That intro threw me! Had to say HELLLLLLOOO to myself to stay sane.

[@trogpo]

Bravo, Jody! I-m-p-r-e-s-s-i-v-e job, U-g-l-y outcome.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

🤣🤣👌

[@misterrottweiler]

I've done this with a couple of watches and movements, and that poxy centre second hand always gets me to the verge of throwing the whole shooting match out the window! Good job Jody!

[@jpkatz1435]

Really like the CALMER you!

[@서구록커2]

WOW. After combining, the watches became beauty

[@dipimage1935]

Hell yeah! Love this 70's--80's look with that many straps

[@discingaround]

Jody, those hands POP! Great pick with the orange to match the dial, I'm loving your finished project. Wear it in good health Sir.

[@megalomouthradio5839]

I had a Baume & Mercier Capeland S with a Val 7750 It ran for a decade before needing service.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

I gave this one a quick tweak on the Weishi 1000 and it is running bang on. Impressed!

[@a_latyshev]

Best intro and congrats on this new level of mod project!

[@KurisuTravel]

FINALLY PART 2 OF THIS PROJECT! it looks nice on the mesh strap

[@zacharymalik]

I think it turned out a treat and especially like the watch on the fabric and mesh straps. Well done, for me this would definitely be a keeper.

[@RexNg1123]

One trick I learnt from other watch mod videos is that you can use rodico putty to 'pick up' the hands and place them onto the pinion before using the hand pushers. It's much much easier than using tweezers.

[@saintsmccastle3521]

Hello. Nice watch!. The mesh would be my choice for that chronograph.

[@zumalot]

Fantastic job! The MOD looks great! I'm at the point in my life where changing the battery in a G-Shock 5600e has me feeling like a king. That donor watch was rather unsightly and hurt my eyes for sure.

[@unixnerd23]

Rodico putty helps a lot to hold hands. Done chrono hands, I feel your pain. They ping off and fly across a room amazingly well.

[@SmolStufff]

I've found that a loupe helps quite a bit with the extra small fiddly bits. Not sure if you happen to use one already but I can recommend it. A standard Bausch & Lomb will cost about $10. A triplet is going to be significantly more expensive though. A 4x loupe seems to be the standard for most watchmakers.

[@chrisdavis8399]

Well done you! Invasion of the Body Snatchers on wrist!

[@errolmacdonald3256]

8:37. Looks beautiful. Love the case and Steve McQueen would too I'm sure. A rally strap is mentioned below, and yes, a black one would be great but the mesh is also highly period-appropriate. You in a tux, a mock Glock in your fist and that watch on your wrist, your silver hair glinting, the final touch would be a pair of glasses like Michael Caine's in Alfie...magic!

[@zigmanzapolovich9048]

Is this a harbinger to a possible JOMW microbrand? Another highly skilled and professional presentation...

[@alangray6961]

I love that mod Jody. Distinctive, retro and cool. The folks at Stratton will be cacking themselves. You have stolen their thunder.

[@VinceRegan]

You do you Jody! I dig that 70s vibe man!

[@Dingomush]

Dear God, I was cringing through the whole hand fitting! And the stem trim, next time rough cut it and file it till it fits. I like the square casing and am a big fan of the old TV screen style cases. Overall it looks like something I would wear, good job.

[@vladimirbetov4315]

It reminds me of carrera tag heuer monaco with a vintage carrera dial . Looks pleasantly well . Wish you many happy moments and smiles , when you wear and look to it . 😀

[@douglasladowski6342]

Awesome job Jody. It looks 1000 times better in the new case.

[@timothyjuarez5306]

Much better. Glad your changing the strap.

[@WuClear]

I finally bought a SARB033 after all this time. Found somebody selling a new one on Facebook marketplace. They wanted 350 but I ended up talking him down to 300 which I think is pretty dang good. It has papers and box and was still wrapped. I remember when they were like 450-500 dollars. Kinda glad the price dropped because I plan on wearing it. Anyway I'm quite happy. I also bought a steinhart ocean 39 premium GMT as a pick me up after my girl broke up with me this weekend, I saw it coming for about a week so it wasn't a complete surprise. Oh well. Nothing like a couple new watches to remind me that life goes on. Can't wait for that to arrive! I drove 40 minutes to pick up the sarb but I'm super happy to finally have one. Also they are 357 on Amazon in case anybody is interested and doesn't know the price has decreased from the ridiculous peak. Hope you are having a wonderful day Jody.

[@WuClear]

My Steinhart ocean GMT 39 premium came in the mail today. I have learned to love again 😂.

[@WuClear]

No cyclops and date at 6 o clock. A lot of original design elements. You should consider picking one up for a review or reaching out to steinhart. I really don't have any complains.

[@thetimemachine3828]

Crackin' bloody job Jody! You've got a giant big brass pair of knackers to drop $600 on that mod. I tell ya, I would've been shaking like a souse at breakfast AND wearing a 3XL Nappy whilst I tried to complete that much more difficult than it looks task. The result? LOVE IT! That style is straight up my dirt track. Well done. Wack it on a leather rally strap of the same yellow-ie brown of the indices and it will look even better! GREAT. WORK. MATE.. CONGRATS!

[@Jdinaz]

I ripped my hair out putting a small seconds hand onto a 6497. Discovered a trick... use a piece of rodico rolled into a “wand”, stick it to the tip of the hand and you can hold it in place to press it on the drive shaft. Saves time, keeps blood vessels from bursting in the brain. Nice job. Looks pretty nice.

[@BlindProphet413]

Gorgeous watch, and wonderful work! Watching you mod is a joy, and it's nice to see this process in person, before taking something apart ourselves!

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Saw this when you posted it on Instagram. Loved the look of it then. Love it even more now. I just love the 70's style watches. If you ever consider selling it, hit me up 😉

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

@James you might like some of the watches I've reviewed on my channel then.

[@dudetheplant]

Looks awesome! Right into the 70s feel with my dad’s old ‘73 Seiko (bright blue dial day date mesh strap in a square case). Please continue to upload your content as watching it is often the most relaxing part of my day! Greetings from Canada, by the way, and I hope your studies are progressing well!

[@ralphcall4322]

I like the retro case, and the movement looks good in it.

[@JoshuaC0rbit]

Your videos are always one of my favorite parts of the day and I'm so glad you introduced me to Phoebus because I now have my forever watch.

[@touchmylucas115]

I was almost worried about seeing that TechnoMarine rotor through some kind of exhibition caseback - that sort of brand mismatch would've driven me, personally, absolutely insane. Great mod, impressive outcome; good work!

[@lawrencejohnston5135]

Well, that is quite the Cinderella project. Evidently, the glass slipper fits. Ugly duckling Technomarine to a very cool 1970"s tribute: impressive.

[@triviace]

You have more skill and PATIENCE than I do,Congrats!!!

[@Jack-is9sm]

I am not normally into modding watches but I really enjoyed this video. Bringing life into a nice looking NOS watch. I really liked the big square cushion case. I really don't like when people do modifications to Seiko watches to make them look like a Rolex. I prefer OEM Seiko, just with an after market strap.

[@NicoSuaveMusic]

Definitely an upgrade what a cool looking timepiece

[@roctive]

Awesome job! Looks nice on all straps. You have the best, most informative reviews. Stay in the flow brother.

[@stevezissou2800]

Simply a triumph.

[@davidrosenblum2178]

You made it look easy, Jody. Well done and thanks for sharing!

[@JamesVincex]

I'm actually quite impressed with this. When I first saw the new head I thought meh not for me. But actually, after you put the movement in it really brought it to life. The black leather strap was hideous in my humble opinion so I'm glad you switched it out.

[@harryhirsch3637]

Well done mate! I'm pretty sure the Valjoux likes it's new home better. You should definitely try to stain the white stitching on the black leather strap. I think it'll look awesome.

[@shaneoneal1658]

Hands are hard! Stem and crown can be harder, especially if you have old eyes and sausages for fingers. Good on you Jody. You've got a fugly little monster there, but you did it yourself.

[@berciksebab6113]

Pięknie wyszło. Miłego dnia.

[@SerialWheeler]

Best designer TV on wrist :D! Great transfer, Jody. Looked really painstaking with the chronometer hands. End result is really art deco. Love it!

[@solstar4778]

Best introduction yet ! Your not skreeming at the viewers!👍

[@billydog1954]

Apart from it looking like a big steel paving stone , good job

[@erikbasil2787]

Well if you like it, then I like that you like it... Skillful modifications, well done.

[@m39fan]

Congratulations Jodu! Looks great!

[@MrBouch66]

Great job Jody and fantastic result! I admire your patience for those second hands!

[@miker5502]

Job well done..those little sub dials look like they could drive you mad trying to set them. Very fiddly work. Great mode!

[@jacksantoro9858]

The chrono hands are brutal! Took me at least an hour to get them on a replacement quartz chrono movement. I had no room for error since I only was replacing a broken movement. Not sure how watchmakers do it for a living, its was very tedious but very satisfying when the job was complete! 😁

[@leonidaskaragiannis7875]

That's magic! I was shocked. I have to relax, ooom namaste

[@ljr35]

brilliant job. I've been looking forward to seeing how you got on since you first mentioned it months back. more of this type of thing.

[@DaveK385]

A big hand for the hand installation! Always a challenge. I've never figured out why watchmakers don't have the shakes all the time.

[@FrozenMando]

Saw this on your Instagram and didn't know if I would like it! Seeing the work you put into it and on a few more straps has made me change my mind. Looks great! Also, after watching your zelos hh2 video 20 times, (not kidding 😂)I finally was able to purchase one!! Can't wait for it to get here!

[@mabbottify]

Impressive skills !

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

More luck than skill, I always feel!

[@piquetuk]

Brilliant mate, looks great on the canvas & mesh straps. I'd be very happy to find that in my box in the morning.

[@douglasweedman4315]

Jody- Nice looking end product! It almost looks like a Bell and Ross with that square case!

[@EscapementWatch]

WHOA the sound in the intro got me checking my headphones!

[@udojager2673]

The new watch Looks great. Well done.

[@1973retrorabbit]

Nice job. 👍 The light coloured canvas or the mesh is probably the straps of choice with that case for me. Excellent use for the movement in what was a truly awful looking watch, you got a bargain there and gave the 7750 a nice new home.

[@randynovick7972]

Nice job! Looks wonderful. Delighted with the result.

[@Segafishy]

Deffo an improvment, wouldn't look out of place in a 70's Spy movie.

[@AbdulRWatches]

That is one hell of a beautiful watch, great Mod Jody 👍

[@m1garandisthebest]

Awesome work Jody! Love the outcome!

[@urielalbertosanchezm]

With the mesh strap looks awesome!

[@saevans63]

Jody I don’t think I’d be game to try a mod like this. Looks great.

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks mate!

[@bansi1]

Looks flipping ace, Jody. Top work

[@Manny4356]

That intro was interesting. Lol. The watch looks really cool on the mesh strap!

[@dannylaurence8089]

That watch looks great! I would definitely wear one. It would be awesome to see you do some more custom mod projects like this.

[@tnkwok9682]

Well done! This watch is a strap monster!

[@JoelGayeski]

I HATE square cases, but I need to praise your really nice job to swap a movement. Great work mate!

[@marchills4131]

Congratulations. It looks fantastic! Gotta say, I kept waiting for the other shoe to drop with your narration and visuals showing one incremental success after another. Was certain you were teasing us as you were building up to a big bucket of fail. But you pulled it off spectacularly! Jody the Watchmaker. Has a bit of ring to it, doesn't it?

[@shehreyarchaudhry858]

Great job Jody, the effort was well worth it a beautiful mod!

[@GinkgoJoe]

Well done, laddie! I am inspired. Keep shining on, you crazy diamond!

[@lpsalsaman]

Awesome job Jody, the watch looks really good! This vid keeps giving me more reason to acquire some parts and put together my own Chrono for sure! Keep up the great work mate!

[@johncraig2684]

best Mod video since Quadrophenia

[@NWolfefan]

Nicely done Jody 👍 🍻 I've been a little ambitious with some vintage Accutron projects myself lately, and I know exactly how you may have been feeling while installing hands 😬 Congrats on your finished watch, I like it. Strong with the 70's, retro, rally chrono 💪🏼

[@rozinant1237]

Don’t know how I missed this a year ago. Love the new watch, are more cases available or is it a one off? Why is the dial unbranded if it is vintage?

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Cases still on eBay mate !

[@rozinant1237]

@@JustOneMoreWatch Yay!

[@drwindsurf]

This is a really cool mod Jody. Thank you so much for sharing the build with us. I am certain you will get a lot of enjoyment from wearing this one :)

[@AMMendes79]

Great job. Loving the square case. Been trying to find a case similar to do something like that. So far no luck on the case

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Yeah, there really aren't that many decent cases for the 7750. This was the best of the bunch and is definitely an acquired taste! Good luck. Jody

[@chrispenn715]

Ready made patina on the dial! Great work.

[@A-Wall]

Building my confidence to do a movement swap on my Vostok! Nice work!

[@TheDocrwm]

Very nice work. Kudos to you for your skill and patience. I quite agree, that Technomarine was absolutely atrocious. Not a square fan but your final product is a huge improvement. Wear it in good health!

[@davescommonplacebook9374]

Beautiful! Love square watches.

[@garyd1585]

Love the result. What a belter! 😁👍🏻

[@romacorsikov405]

It looks superb!!! Good job! On a mesh it looks like kings watch!

[@landscapes4149]

Nice work! The Zelos strap is definitely it ☕️cheers

[@tods.9947]

The only thing missing from this review was a good "Young Frankenstein" Mel Brooks intro when you had both watches on the table before you swapped their brains.

[@simonhargreaves5123]

New one isn't too bad - case is a shocker but I like the handset and dial!

[@N0GIY]

I didn't think I was going to like the results of this project or this video, but I was in the edge of my seat and I love this watch!!! It came out great!!!! Beautiful watch, I might go and buy a mesh strap for my Seiko Recraft now. :D

[@bigchoppa_da_dripking]

Looks super cool!

[@fergiet18]

Great video, not sure about the final look of the watch but enjoyed your journey. Well done and great intro.

[@551slobo]

Nice work. That watch looks amazing.

[@kevinhooper2787]

Looked nice with the cloth strap

[@al-knows-nothing]

That was an intense watch (of the video!) A whistlestop tour of your brain, very well edited and overall, I think you did a cracking job there!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Thanks mate!