CHEAP vs. GOOD: 7 Watch Tools every Enthusiast needs

[@davidcrandall4958]

I my opinion,with 40 years as a certified watch Repairer, The less expensive alternatives work fine If You're not a professional,Please don't waste money!

[@dllemm]

The cheaper spring bar pliers tips can bend unfortunately, which can result in scratching your watch.

[@mhero9255]

Thank you kind sir

[@geoffreyboyling615]

I don't repair watches, but I find the videos strangely addictive and relaxing However I do leatherwork, and here's a comment for you - don't hit your hole punches with a steel hammer as this will damage the punch and burr over the end you hit. Instead use a wooden, hide, or nylon hammer or mallet; or a soft faced hammer intended for car repairs and similar engineering work Support the strap with a plastic/HDPE kitchen chopping board; a small cheap one is OK, and will not blunt your punches

[@jayblue673]

How about a video on storage: case boxes, rolls, safes....and maybe theft insurance. Thanks!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

You read my mind! Will file this under "future videos to make" 👍

[@jayblue673]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial Sounds great! Looking forward to it!

[@dpmjole]

​@@WatchCrunchOfficial hi, what grit sharpening stone should I get for my screwdrivers?? 400? 800? 3000?

[@ryu-yuta9259]

​@@dpmjole you could start with 400, then you getting more and more higher grid till get about 1000.

[@dpmjole]

@@ryu-yuta9259 thnx 👍🏼

[@michaelalfonso1070]

Thanks Max! I am not a (watch) collector although I have a Seiko Lord Matic (automatic from the 70's) my dad gave me that still works, Capt Willard Turtle, Elgin (gold), etc. I am a musician/singer that has a few vintage guitars and amplifiers, I do repair and built a few also and am an avid mountain biker. So I have a few specialty tools. I recognize the importance of specific tools, as my dad always said, use the right tool for the job. I have scratched my favorite watch back a Skagen titanium, now there is no reason for that! My everyday watch is a Seiko divers SKX 013, although it will never touch the water, lol!

[@yellownine]

your channel is building momentum. Keep it up! the video quality is immaculate

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thank you! And you bet 😉

[@edjustice7755]

I can attest to the 2 prong case back opener...I have scratched a case back with this and totally recommend the 3 prong type shown! Live and Learn.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

yep, and I find that if you flip it over and twist the watch instead of the opener, it feels more secure

[@S_G_86]

hahahaha totally agree on springbar removals , those small things can really test your nerves to the maximum! my wife leaves the room now when i want to change a strap because she knows what`s about to happen

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Haha, I was going through the footage late at night and startled myself when I just started going off on the bracelet 😆

[@marcn8750]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial what do you use for watch case polishing. Satin finish. Thanks

[@marcn8750]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial plastic calipers can scuff watch cases. I’ve done it. So be careful. File down the sharp bits on the prongs.

[@marcn8750]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial for watch pliers, the trick is to get good traction on the aprons bars and then pull the case away. And maintain the pressure on the pliers to keep the spring bars to keep them depressed until the case is clear. This prevents them popping out and scratch the lugs. Also, unscrew one link to be able to open the bracelet and hence be able to focus on the spring bars and not have to contend with the bracelet at the same time.

[@dotmars]

Bought the majority of the tools listed here. Thanks for the info - new subscriber!

[@EllaMucha.]

I really enjoy your videos as watch an enthusiast, it's real good job 👍

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Really appreciate that Tarik 🙏

[@navykip]

These are great ideas and tips.

[@petterlindberg9479]

Very informative video Max! Fantastic content as usual

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thank you Petter!

[@antonio0000x]

Nice vid. I learned a lot. Thanks.

[@marquisdaily7715]

What about case back opener knifes? A pad or a piece of soft cloth on your workbench? A lamp with a built-in magnifier or a monocular? Great video, Max! See you on watchcrunch 😊

[@goldenguns2659]

Hey, I wanted to tell you I REALLY enjoy your channel. I’m surprised you don’t have more subscribers. Your cinematography is excellent and you really do some great videos. I hope you’re able to find the time to keep doing more. I’m certainly enjoying them! I did video about my Omega Seamaster a while back on my channel and, it’s okay. The camera work is pretty good but I made a few small errors in the script. I know how difficult it is to put a good video together. Great work, my friend.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Really appreciate that! Keep at it, we are all learning as we do it 👍

[@goldenguns2659]

Thanks for the encouragement. To be honest, I spend most of my KZbin time on my main channel though. KZbin: Brian Gossard if you’re interested.

[@ahmedzeinalabdin61]

Very very helpful video thank you

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thank you for the feedback 👍

[@michaelmorrissey1052]

Great video, thanks

[@robert-francoismallon4988]

Great video! Thanks ever so much...

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thanks for watching Robert 👍

[@tob855]

Love this channel.

[@MickBrandon]

Very very insightful and helpful for all. Thanks for another great video brother.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Cheers mate 👍

[@BrakkoJanus]

1:53 until the small one breaks, then you done goofed ;D

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Don't scare me like that 😋

[@idid1866]

I don't tinker that much...your a brave guy!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Haha, brave or foolish... Who knows

[@jaap8232]

Great video!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Cheers 🍻

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Another great video!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thanks Miguel 🙏

[@serendra90210]

Is there a complete watch tool set one can buy?

[@CapitanFantasma1776]

Value yes! Thanks!

[@buzzufy]

Thanks for sharing! This is a great video and useful. 👌

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thank you 😊

[@PhilandWatches]

Great vid! Really helpful~

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Thank you!

[@grandpabill1959]

Thank you

[@MathieuVuylsteke]

I really need some new screwdrivers, thanks for the tip! Also the rocket blower is a cool gadget when changing dials

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Yeah you can find pretty economical solutions these days, but I just got so tired of the cheap stuff that break all the time and end up costing more over time.

[@morganthedruid1]

Nice one Max, these are the horror stories of watch ownership. I've realised that you don't need to buy Bergeon but you do need to research what you are buying, I usually use Cousins in the UK and although I would love a Bergeon 6825 my £35 alternative does the job with tricky end links and always the hammer for me with Pin and collar bracelets. Loved it mate, looking forward to the next one 👍

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Morgan! Yes there's definitely a sweet spot with tools. Going up a level makes your life easier, but going all out is a bit silly if you are not a watchmaker. Anyway, glad you liked the vid. Until the next one, stay safe ✌️

[@starfluke]

I have the Bergeon 7825 tweezers but I find myself preferring the springbar plier tool to release the springbars on my Speedy. I think I need some instruction on the safe and deft use of the Bergeon and any help or direction to a good instructional video would be welcome.

[@morganthedruid1]

@@starfluke There is a tutorial for your tweezers kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZoXEcnaLa8mYedU but the exact way to use the pliers is harder to find. You can set the width of the pliers using the threaded bolts, I set that to the maximum width between the lugs so that without squeezing i can fit the prong ends onto the springbars. Squeezing the pliers then allows you too fit or remove the bracelet

[@davidcrandall4958]

Good reasoning!Keep going!

[@davidcrandall4958]

​​​@@morganthedruid1please take a legitimate long term 2 to 8 year course and get certified! The professionals spend years fixing other people's nistakes!

[@boydsargeant7496]

Thanks, Cannon Pinion tightening drives me bonkers, a video on that please!

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Ok I'll Google it 😂

[@TocaEvents]

Any high end water resistant back remover you can recommend ?

[@SanataniJoe]

Did you find a good sturdy case back press for those pop out case backs? I got few off of Amazon and damaged my few watches. Either I broke winding stems or it didn’t work to press the case back

[@gamerdaddy8597]

Subscribed.

[@AZ093654]

Does oyster opener suitable for pressure watch case ?

[@gbresaleking]

Is there a cheap set of the oyster case tools ?

[@MiguelBricaBrac]

The tiny hammers are only good for jewelry or when working on soft metals. Also, the size of the handle is cumbersome because how thin it is and the head of the hammer is so small that you run the risk of missing your strike and hitting the piece you were working on. Get a 1lbs leather craft maul. Get the 1 lbs. the grip is more precise and the weight of the head is heavy enough to help drive some strike force into your objective without applying too much force; let gravity work with you. It is also light that it will not cause you to get tired of using it for prolonged periods of time.

[@4loveofcars]

How about a case back closer for clip on cases?

[@e3dave744]

I like to change my watch straps quite often , the spring bar tool looks awesome , however I’ll leave removing case backs to a professional , if I had access to the inside of my watches I’d be way to inquisitive , great content by the way .

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

I've definitely scratched my share of casebacks trying to open them 🤦‍♂️

[@marklydon435]

What if the screwdriver tip thst breaks is the one needed to replace the tips?

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Yes, it comes with a replacement set

[@airborneranger-ret]

Liked and subbed

[@HariOm-sk5nb]

How much price this all tools?

[@AliAnsub]

Tell me your insta I will give you this for cheaper😊

[@AMAMBT]

not a tool but spare part , the case gaskets. whenever i need to regulate a watch or change a battery i learned for water proof that gasket must be changed .

[@michaelfranciotti3900]

Really? You can't get away with just lubing and reusing it?

[@AMAMBT]

@@michaelfranciotti3900 you can if it is rubber that is used in screw back case , but for press fit back ones usually it is not rubber and it comes out deformed enough to be changed , eventually they are very cheap

[@AMAMBT]

@michaelfranciotti3900 you can , but taking into consideration they were squashed and lost some elasticity it would be better to change them, after all they are very cheap

[@davidcrandall4958]

looks like watch tool manfacturers are trying to capitalize on the Ameture market!

[@kosmar]

how do i get a snapback on again without the pushertool? asking for a friend in a drawer.

[@WatchCrunchOfficial]

Sometimes you can do it just with your thumbs, but in many cases you need more pressure than that and a press is required.

[@kosmar]

@@WatchCrunchOfficial eventually i used a steel ruler and a washie tape roll to get the pressure right to the groove. took me quite some time of the day ;)

[@watchingdanny]

Caseback knife. Crystal remover. 😬

[@Klein0422]

100$ for set of screwdrivers 💀