Tourneau 1950s Bumper Movement Vintage Watch Restoration

Marshall gets his hands on a restoration project for a friend: his late grandmother's Tourneau bumper movement watch that was given to her as a wedding present when she got married in the 1950s. This is a charming little watch but it won't run continuously and it requires some cosmetic care as well. Join Marshall as he dives into another project!
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[@wape1]

I'm so happy I found this channel. I know next to nothing about watches, but that means I learn something new every time. You're an excellent storyteller, keep it up!

[@xtremehackeroficial3873]

Nice job... I like you man...

[@johngormley2192]

I find watching him do the work relaxing.

[@xtremehackeroficial3873]

@@johngormley2192 shure...

[@okayokay3860]

Yeah he forgot his blonde

[@user-yy3ro9uy7j]

You have inspired my brother and myself to become watchmakers. Thank you, Sir. You have truly changed our lives.

[@eagleeagle5739]

Shut up

[@foo2hp]

@@eagleeagle5739 are you jealous of him?

[@eagleeagle5739]

@@foo2hp reason for it?

[@muffemod]

@@foo2hp "Shut up" has several different meanings or context in english.

[@juaquimgustavo4712]

good for you

[@richardhutchison3123]

My Mom and her 3 brothers gave their mother an Elgin watch for their mother's 50th Wedding Anniversary in October of 1970. My Mom got it in 1984 after her mom passed away. Fast forward and my Mom died in 2018. In 2021, we settled her estate and I asked for the watch. I had it worked on (twice) and gave it to my cousin. The watch is a keepsake from our grandmother and my cousin is highly appreciative of it every day! It looks brand new. The crystal was in perfect shape and it runs perfectly and it is now almost 51 years old.

[@dwayneharris3874]

I thought watchmakers had gone the way of the TV repairman, but I am happy to find watchmakers are alive and well. I have a digital watch that is very accurate and reliable, but mechanical watches have a heartbeat and a soul.

[@WristwatchRevival]

Great way to put it, quartz vs mechanical.

[@donnyboon2896]

Voice, delivery, video skill, repair skill. You have an excellent KZbin channel sir.

[@st1tch87]

Just got my Lord Elgin from 1950 back a week ago, been digging it. Love seeing watches from 1960 and earlier get a second lease on life.

[@tyt5216]

They have survived all through these years and still can be used… Incredible. Vintage watches always make me smile when I'm wearing one or even just looking at it.

[@rickcook6867]

You just amaze me how you can remember how to put these watches back together., especially when springs are flying all over. And you call yourself an armature, I cannot stop watching your videos there are so additive. Keep them coming there very interesting to watch. Keep on ticking

[@stephenphillip5656]

"amateur"....but we knew what you meant.

[@philmann3476]

Wow, that is the exact same movement that is in the Juvenia my father purchased while in the Navy in WWII. When I was young, he'd show me how you could feel the auto-wind mechanism bounce off the springs if you rocked it back and forth in your hand. Guess that was a feature of the bumper movement. Funny thing is, two well respected Seattle watchmakers decided they couldn't take on the job of restoring it to working condition, while a third younger guy you may know took on the task and did a great job of it. Looks as if you, too, aren't afraid of a challenge. Well done and much appreciated.

[@Bigrignohio]

Risk vs reward. The older established watchmakers have a reputation to protect. If they accept the job and fail then that is a large risk vs the reward of completing a single job. Plus they are "comfortable" with their position in the industry and the cookie-cutter projects they work on.

[@benburra6655]

Marshal…I have listened to you tell us how you started…BUT…your abilities, while learned…revolve around pure natural talent.

[@bugsbunny3488]

Marshall: I think your friend and his family are gonna be HAPPY CAMPERS with the job you did on that watch. Man you got nerves of steel,with those tiny screws.The dial looks killer. GOOD JOB!!!

[@OmaBike]

Just when I think I've seen enough watches, you come up with something new. So nice and shiny after washing.

[@rangeofhills]

Marshall and his amazing skill makes for total compulsive watching. Thank you Marshall. No pun intended by the way.

[@jamimac090]

I may have become addicted to watching you repair watches now. Never looked twice at a wrist watch before in my life, but I have watched every vid you've posted and I'm anxiously awaiting the next haha

[@stefanaretz8136]

Interesting to see, how your commentation developed over the years. In the newer films you are more detailed, show more and from different angles ,you are getting better like an old wine... Really nice to see, Marshall !

[@illuminatii604]

Just discovered this channel. I don't know jack about watches, but it's interesting and very soothing to listen to. I watch it before bed almost every night. I'd love to know what kind-of watches you actually wear day to day.

[@eddiesmurfy]

Wow just the other day this guy had 385k now hes at 401k way to go Marshall! I still won't ever repair a watch but I love watching these for some reason. Does anyone else do this?

[@rafaelsaporito]

21:22 "they were born for the air, so you have to be careful" *immediately bumps into the movement * love you man, never change

[@michaelphelps5064]

You are a fine mechanic. Problem solving skills are the most important. Im thrilled to see that you solved an unfamiliar problem. Thats a top-notch mechanic. Cars or watches, skill is skill! Im impressed.

[@alexperez9760]

Found your channel on my recommendations and was inspired to give watch making a try and now I have successfully fixed up an old pocket watch. Seeing it start to run and keep time was an awesome experience so for that thank you. keep doing what you’re doing.

[@davidhale3107]

Very impressive!!! that you went above and beyond to make sure the watch kept running. It would of been very disappointing to your friend after all the work you did, if it stopped on him. Plus the problem seemed unfixable, but you fixed it regardless. Watching your videos I am sure if you had failed in that fix, you would of pushed on to remedy the situation to the end. Bravo

[@SirSilicon]

Hey Marshall it's so nice to see you enjoying something other than Magic the Gathering. You have such an intriguing voice and your commitment and humbleness to your hobby are awesome. We love and share your enthusiasm and your joy.

[@walther9161]

The fastest 35-45 minutes online! Great stuff and production quality

[@robertiddon9270]

I have been suffering from a lot of stress lately, I find that your videos are so stress relieving and I'm learning so much, every watch has a story, anyway thanks for your effort 👏👏😃😃😃

[@jwood8161]

Couldn’t have said it better myself. There’s just something about his narrative, it’s always informative and not stuffy.

[@wiraandy8098]

I only know the basics, but with ur videos Iam learning new scenarios everytime. Feels like ur with me side by side.. love the way u talk and all the stories.. 👍

[@jdillon8360]

Never knew those bumper movements even existed! There you go, learned something else from your videos. Thanks!

[@TheDrewFarrell]

Really glad you did this. I have a E Borel Super Autosport with an early bumper movement. I have never worked on a bumper. I'm not as experienced as you are, so having disassembly and assembly, step by step is priceless. Thanks again!

[@jewals-healingrose222]

My grandfather (now deceased) specialized in fixing watches besides being a farmer. We have several of his parts and antique watches he worked on. I enjoy watching the process of working on watches. I have a new appreciation for his craft.

[@Gunzprobish]

Your videos bring back good memories. My grandfather and grandmother ran a clock repair shop from the early 1990s-2010ish, growing up seeing grandmother/fathers coo-coo clocks all the way to wrist watches. Sadly they passed but both worked until they couldnt, refusing to retire basiclly. Thanks for the videos.

[@-runswithbeer-8075]

It’s been really cool watching you improve. Even little things like picking up pieces of the watch when compared to your first few videos is much better. Absolutely love the channel. Keep it up.

[@johngormley2192]

I miss the sound of the spring going in the barrel. I really enjoy the videos. Keep doing them please.

[@jupa7166]

14:02

[@Rincon009]

love the hyper close up of all the jewels and you working them with your tools!!

[@devonshire56]

I have experienced this problem with watches of this vintage running for some time and then stopping. I will try this fix and see if it works on one of my projects. Thanks Marshall for helping us watch enthusiasts resurrect these wonderful heirlooms.

[@emmettthompson3332]

Great one! When I was a kid, my Grandfather gave me a watch with that kind of auto-wind. I remember feeling it "bump" when I moved my wrist. I had no idea that is how it worked. That watch is long gone, who knows where. After all I was a kid. Amazing what your memory is able to retrieve when you see something like this. Thanks for the trip back!

[@OffGridInvestor]

It's a shame because they're a real collectors piece now. They go for hundreds of bucks each in "as-is" condition.

[@breevwhyman2985]

Lovely watch that you fixed (stopping) The best shots could be after all the parts are laid out clean. Sir, many thanks

[@Nyitemare]

Came out great, glad that we got to see our friend red stick. Cant wait for the next appearance of canon pinion remover tool :p

[@phoghat]

This is the first time I have watched a video by you. This is the first time I have felt like I am watching a human being taking a watch apart. I rather enjoy it.

[@keithmclean3627]

Well that's different! Since finding your channel my watchlist on eBay has become literally that. Keep them coming, and god bless.

[@chrisb9360]

What a great outcome. This piece has that vintage look that so many companies try to create with their reissues.

[@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement]

I love your narration of your videos. Your humility shows. After all, what you are doing is enough to humble any sensible person. Mechanical watch movements are truly marvels of mechanical engineering at a macro or sometimes microscopic level. I have dabbled with mechanical movements since I was a kid, but not nearly to your level. I do like fine woodworking though and have built a few guitars. Patience and stubborned determination is certainly a virtue, especially in watchmaking. I am watching and enjoying all of your videos as well as others in the links you provided. Thank you.

[@ShausagePizza]

I have been watching these videos one after another for about the past week. I love getting an up close look at what it takes to make a watch run.

[@saabysaabinsky2785]

Fascinating....I've watched a few others that work on watches on KZbin. I like your style. Learned so much...like Bumper Movement!

[@Low_Rent]

What I do for cleaning dials is I suspend them in a glass of water and drop a 3 minute Polident tablet in and let it gently remove the dirt. I have done it many times, even on a Rolex dial with the printed film and it didn’t hurt anything. It freshened up the dial pretty good.

[@jannbailey3738]

Amazing. The patience involved is beyond me.

[@waynemorris9268]

Thank you for all of the wonderful videos. They are both entertaining and serve as a great reference for newbies to the "sport" like me.

[@neilbarnes-t2u]

YOU ARE AMAZING, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE , KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK MARSHALL.

[@maxrothweiler9284]

Excellent video, as always. Your videos got me into watch repair and making and I'm currently working on restoring my first watch ✌️

[@dennisbrown757]

Thanks!

[@dennisbrown757]

Great dialogue, very enjoyable viewing you as you fix these watches…

[@lindawitherspoon446]

Wow! You brought that back to life. Really looks good.

[@tearstoneactual9773]

Wow, the end result is beautiful. Love the way it came out. I'd be proud to wear that as an heirloom.

[@wolfkremen]

Excellent narration, enjoyable, informative, and what a bonus, the reassuring manner of the Lockpicking Lawyer.

[@smzemperfi]

That’s a really cool dial and I love the hands.

[@toboldygo5823]

Marshall that tourneau bumper watch is an amazing watch and a pleasure to watch you rebuild😎👍🏻✨

[@WristwatchRevival]

Thanks :)

[@terrygruver3896]

Great job. Once again you have brought the dead back to life. Thank you

[@rahmatmafakheri]

The most beautiful picture of this video is on 12:36. Thanx for it !

[@ChristyOFaghan]

great little dial, fascinating movement; all coming together in a piece with real history

[@avasquez94]

12:30 wooooow incredible shot, beautiful placement, love your work and your videos, greetings from Chile!

[@CarlGorn]

I love watching the cleaning machine spin up. It's a such a zen moment.

[@michaelwillett7442]

Hey Marshall. Ive watched just about every video you have at leaste twice i have always wanted to be a watch maker you have made it very understanding im to old to start now but i do enjoy your channel i believe you ar a professional now i realy do enjoy more ive watch others but i like you best.

[@geerthesselberg6643]

I am glad that you have shown the repair of an actual bumper automatic. I own a wrist watch that was my Dads that has an 75 yr old AS 1250 bumper automatic that still runs good for its age. It is 1946 Election G.P . I would definitely trust your workmanship with antique watch movements of any sort.

[@gromit1996]

Nice work, sir. Good diagnosis and a workable solution. It doesn't have to be perfect, but it certainly revived your friend's grandma's watch. That's the fun of these sorts of project. I have a Leroy watch from my great-grandpa and a dreaded Timex with their "un-serviceable" movements to tackle this summer. Love watching your videos.

[@alanlilliberg7128]

My man Marshall, thanks for being casual, informative, knowledgable, and so much else wrapped in a easy to learn segment and hear the things my watch guy, MAD rabbit, would often say about the spirit of watchmaking. The feels of bringing them to life again and watching its inital heartbeats, knowing you learned to do that. Thank you for being a wonderful teacher. Much love from Minnesota. Watch on!!!

[@JOHNAPRIL123]

Great color combo between the strap and dial details. Nice!

[@cfaithp]

Honestly it is so amazing as to how many intricate parts comprise a watch. It's like the parts never end, and they are so tiny!

[@wendyglasgow6394]

Lovely restoration but gosh the patience is the key 🔑 I do not possess it so very well done . Thank you.

[@Distoideas]

Thanks for your video. Every parts of this caliber looks so charming. The golden pallet fork is cool.

[@gtr33vspec]

I’ve only just discovered this channel, and now I think it’s my new favourite thing to watch!

[@charlestanner6232]

I very much enjoy this. I am not a tech but the combination of video and the compelling comintar is both soothing and informative. I find that I have learned a great deal about nomenclature and performance. I purchased a Speedmaster in 1968 and have passed it on to my only son. Maybe that is why I find viewing this is so compelling. Thank you for your work. God bless you and yours.

[@WristwatchRevival]

Thanks! And that's an awesome gift for your son!

[@The35speedster]

This channel makes me want to restore watches, but i know I'd go insane keeping track of those tiny parts!

[@myriad2878]

I love the way the straps match the dial!

[@louiskunz4111]

No,Thank you. As a turner machinist, for 45 years, love the machining it takes, to make a watch. Love your fitting, skills, hahaha.

[@troynasello2085]

I've read that perlage circles & Geneva stripes are there not just to look nice but also to catch & trap dust & other particles so they don't find their way into the works.

[@DutchClawz]

When the watch oils weren’t as advanced as they are now they were placed to keep the oil in place. With the advanced synthetic oils we have today they are useless. They look nice though!

[@Inkreptile]

@@DutchClawz those perlage patterns are not anywhere near the oil. The oil is held by the geometry of the bearings be it Ruby or steel back in the day they already had things like epilame or neosurf but as a primitive version probably Also... Usually watches where cleaned whole and just oiled assembled

[@pipodorologio1648]

the Geneva stripes were there to make sure the original bridges went on the original watch. As these stripes always differ, you can see if a bridge has been replaced because the lines of the stripe will not match exactly.

[@Inkreptile]

@@pipodorologio1648 that's another reason yes, but some movements have bridges that aren't on the same height (usually balance bridges) so these can have a difrent finish and look "wrong"

[@OffGridInvestor]

The circles.... I have seen on the bolts of bolt action rifles. In that case I believe that it's to make sure things DON'T mesh so the rifle doesn't get stuck. Keeps that coarse surface profile so things stay seperate and the bolt continues to open freely even under higher power loads.

[@danielkushner5963]

I can't believe these videos haven't absolutely taken off yet

[@dfgivens]

You know, I was thinking "I bet that pesky cannon pinion might be too tight" at the beginning. Great catch, and very nice result on this one!

[@warriorcatriversoul5031]

Watching this channel made me realize that I have 4 wristwatches just laying in a drawer, and funny enough not a single one of them work! Time to order up some tools it seems, try my hand at getting em up and running

[@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement]

Very charming comment at the end.."..what it all comes down to at the end of the day.."...Love ❤️

[@andrewpiereder2768]

It is a very nice looking watch. I'm always amazed at how something with such well-defined elements seems to evoke so make esthetic choices that are genuinely striking.

[@ramen6236]

Most underrated watch channel. You are literally an asmr channel to me

[@pipodorologio1648]

Really nice vintage bumper and patented too....nice job

[@gurt-tkoft]

I'd love to see you re-lume the dial numbers! Maybe in a color that matches the vintage wear of the rest of the dial.

[@jpkatz1435]

Love your "Willy Nelson" very layed back vibe. Did miss the barrel spring service, seeing the delicate release and rewinding of the mainspring is most satisying.

[@fraenkiboii]

I love your philosophical ending statement! Thank you very much for sharing all the detailed work, I appreciate the amount of effort you put into this and I learn a lot.

[@jeff1176]

Nice!!! I have never seen a bumper style rotor. Thanks for that. Very interesting. You have worked on some of the strangest pieces, and been very successful in getting them to run. Kudos sir.

[@jacobbarnett6769]

This intro was very energetic, caught me a bit off guard. Loving your channel

[@caiusKeys]

Some of the best content on YT -- thank you Marshall!

[@francispalmer9737]

So relaxing to watch and listen, great job. Thank you.

[@harrickvharrick3957]

These hands are great as they are. In fact I find them amount the very nicest I ever seen in my life. ... And to be frank, I seriously doubt there has ever been any lume in them (for several reasons)

[@shewmonohoto]

There is just something about the NATO strap on that watch.... Love it... I hope the family kept it.

[@salmahazim7463]

I love to watch what you hv done. I ve Election grand prix berne 1914 ladies watch 20 micron. Yr explaination about old antique watch how to care for them is very useful. Thanks.

[@theradioweyr]

That NATO band really matches the dial. Great call!

[@TheBulletTrain]

I loved the vid and am amazed to see videos where watches are torn apart. The scale and complexity is amazing. Also, your voice is spot on for a Magic the Gathering content creator I follow and it is very disconcerting lol.

[@TheBulletTrain]

Well damn, you are the same Marshall. I didn't see the video info mention a Marshall and didn't know you had an interest in watches as well. Awesome and subscribed!

[@richardspacetimeuhrensamml4236]

Exzellente Arbeit, wie immer,. Eine Freude zu sehen 🌟

[@Roger21989]

Looks super. Your attention to detail is incredible, love a perfectionist.

[@PaeFranz]

I am missing the restoration of the hands and the case. Keep up the good work! Thx

[@carrite]

A discussion of the different kinds of crystal and their features, benefits, and detriments would be interesting.

[@garyhoffman503]

Marshall, I am 59 and I am transfixed my entire life with pens, pocket knives and watches. Happy life. The ending to this one with watches are airlooms and can remind you of its owner is exactly correct. I feel like you are one the Bob Ross level. I have the time at the moment to really enjoy youtube and your spot on with your Darma, Karma and Passion. The moment I find a woman who feels the same way about your videos I will get a prenuptial agreement and get married.

[@trentondonahue5328]

Love the channel. Would love to see more of the diagnosis stage when you find some of the issues.

[@german_dude_]

Thank you for your videos. They encouraged me to attempt to repair and adjust two of my watches. My first ever warch that I bought with my first earned money and a watch my wife bought me when she was a single mom on a budget. Both are running great now 🤩

[@The_Great_White_Moose]

I really enjoy your videos. You take great care in your work, unlike whoever serviced the watch previously. It was really beat to hell.

[@diotenchi]

Brian Brian is always so supportive!

[@HAL_9k]

12:30 What a shoot! Nice! Nato type strap is good, safer choice consider the one lug have some damage.