My Favorite Watch of All Time! Maintenance on a Hamilton 4992b

[@garysong8163]

Loved your video, very informative. The Hamilton 992b was a great movement which was developed for the US rail road industry. Have a Ball 999b which uses the movement from the 1940’s and it still keeps excellent rail road time which is like COSC and predates that standard by decades.

[@erikliebegott7003]

I just picked one of these up this weekend. It's been my holy grail watch for some time now. Can't wait until it arrives!

[@tonyaxeman4381]

i just got a 1902 Hamilton what a beauty of a watch . Last of the accepted rail road watches .

[@Cleatus546]

Thank you. You are an outstanding teacher. Editing is also flawless. I really enjoy your videos and have learned a lot from you. Everyone that I have introduced to your channel loves your content, even those that are not into watches. As a matter of fact you have turned a couple of my friends into watch nerds like me. Thank You.👍🤜🤛

[@robertallen3229]

I'm glad to see your back, I've missed seeing your post.

[@johnvaluk1401]

Only have one. Love it. Keep it in the shock protected metal carrier

[@scottthorning3963]

A watch built like that today, would cost a small fortune, excellent quality!

[@watcherwatchmen7785]

I have the white faced version with the seconds hand sweep. I traded 2 hours of work for it. He offered me cash or the watch. Easy choice for me to make.

[@heinzrauner2477]

Ey Peter, very much enjoyed your video. I own a G.C.T 4992B manufactured back in 1941. As well one of my favorite. Your video wil certainly help me to service it by myself..

[@guidelineuk4876]

The qualitie of your videos are outstanding. Makes me want to try an build my first watch

[@josephkeifer6777]

I have my father's 4992b it needs a new crystal and cleaning. As well aa the either winding spring or stem needs to checked out

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

It's interesting that you compare this watch's quality to Rolex because I was thinking it looked like a big Rolex as you were working on it.

[@EdgardGerena]

Amazing video thanks for showing how to disassemble and oil the watch. I to have one in my possession and when I checked it on the timegrapher the beat error needs to be adjusted. Can you tell me where and how to make the adjustment? Is it on the balance wheel screws? Thanks

[@sylversyrfer6894]

Love the video! Would you say other late-year models (e.g. late-40’s, 1950’s) were of similar quality, or is this excellence specific to this model in particular?

[@MARIOMARTINEZ-sn4qs]

I looked on your website, I don’t see a list of prices on this kind of service. How can I get an estimate for this model of watch?

[@amandagelien9612]

how do you clean and lube the third wheel without removing the second wheel drive gear????

[@chkm8k21]

Peter--- always an interesting video. What would you consider a fair price to pay for one of these in good running condition?

[@watchesandjewelry]

I’ve seen ones like this one sell for somewhere between 350.00 and 450.00 at watch meetups. And 400 to 600 online. In lesser condition, 250.00 to 400.00. Depends on availability.

[@heinzrauner2477]

--what values did the timegrapher show..?

[@jeffstillman5329]

Your favorite ? Mine also. I have 9. 8 are complete, run and keep accurate time. 1 is incomplete (needs hands) and does not run (possible broken balance pivot). I have one wooden shock box. I have one watch with a matching numbers cardboard box. I know the name/rank of the airman who flew with it in the Italian campaign. I have 14 original print ads from 1943, large and small formats, and both varieties (Jimmy Doolittle, and tank commander). 3 were serviced when I bought them. I have had 2 professionally serviced ($550 with new mainspring and new crystal) What do you charge for comparable service?

[@watchesandjewelry]

Wow. You have the complete package. 16 years ago, I bought 14 in an auction on eBay for 1100.00. Got 8 working in a week. Took a lot of time to get the others running. They all had bad cases however.

[@jeffstillman5329]

I love your channel. Thanks for resuming videos.

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

@@watchesandjewelryWhat do you mean bad cases? Banged up?

[@paulduweitwerdubist]

Is this a watch with a radioactive dial and hands?

[@tomastorasen9164]

What does this watch cost to get in decent condition?