Full Restoration of a Gold Rolex Day-Date From 1958!

Marshall restores another vintage watch, this time it's an awesome Rolex Day-Date from 1958! After the owner went through a tough time caring for his elderly Mother, his wife bought him this watch as a way to remember his Mom.
Now it's Marshall's task to not only get it running right, but also do a full restoration on it! Enjoy this one, it's quite a journey!
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[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Marshal I tried to count the breaks/edits. I lost count at 250. You’re a maniac. An editing guru.

[@trade2133]

Just want to say a huge thankyou to Marshall for getting me into this hobby!!! I started watching these videos just because I thought it was fascinating but I always thought “there’s no way I could ever do that!”. Well, I started working on simple pocket watch movements (1 part per bridge or cock). I then moved up to pocket watches with larger bridges that require you to align 4 pivots at once and today, I reassembled a vintage record watch. Cal 640 to be precise! The parts were tiny but after practicing on large pocket watches, the vintage watch was a breeze. I knew I was ready when I realised I was naming all of the parts as he would pick them up and when I managed to diagnose a problem with another KZbinrs watch before he even took the back off (pallet fork jewel came off) Now I need to learn proper cleaning and oiling techniques! 🎉 Thanks man!

[@rolfmoren6682]

A day date Rolex. Classic, gracefully aged. I'm just one year older than this watch. It was very entertaining to watch the entire one-hour video. Thanks!

[@durangodave]

i am caring for my elderly dad now as well 91 this month. Its bitter sweet in so many ways.

[@edwatts9890]

Nice job!

[@boathousejoed1126]

Savor every moment,dirty diapers and all.I came downstairs to find my Dad collapsed at the dining room table.I was given the gift of giving him c.p.r.which brought him back.He passed about a week later in the hospital.I can still see him smiling in that hospital.

[@durangodave]

@@boathousejoed1126 yes i love the time with him even though my life is on hold till that bad day to come. Thank You.

[@dtulip1]

been there, came back to the family home in 2018 to help Dad look after Mum, it was only supposed to be 6mths...lost Mum in Jan 2023 94 and a half, then Dad started to decline about a month later and I lost him in Sept 2023 age 89 (pretty sure it was a braken heart) it is bitter sweet to become the parent so to speak when they were both reliant on me. I miss them terribly, although I do appreciate that I had them for a very long time ❤ I am literally sitting here wearing my Mums wedding rings, Dads simple Seiko watch and the last big birthday present they bought for my tricolour bangle for my 50th 🥰

[@durangodave]

@@dtulip1 when that day comes there is no time to grieve, with organizing everything after and also settling the estate, grieving will have to wait till a quiet time later. Lost older sister to cancer n older brother is worthless so it falls on me to handle everything. I know i can do it i am ex army so i have to focus on the mission. After that is done i have no clue but to just keep on keepin on ya know 😁

[@joshtries965]

Oh Boy, 3am! Time for Wristwatch Revival!

[@TM_Stone]

Yes! Great job Martin!

[@charliealphin8548]

Couldn’t be truer

[@SwogInator123]

literally on the dot lmaoo

[@RajagopalaRaoS]

The balance wheel briefly stopping when you placed the jewel back under the brace, just showed how significant the contact was. Loved that moment

[@CliffjumperCars]

Love when you do the vintage Rolexes... I've got an heirloom 1966 Model 1500 Perpetual Date as a memento of my Dad, who wore the same watch. His was damaged beyond repair in the military plane crash that took his life in 1995, but amazingly they recovered the watch from the crash site, which was a 3 mile debris field in the mountains near Taos NM. I have it mounted in a shadow box. The main case is bent like an MC Esher painting from a 700mph impact. Hands are permanently hammered into the face, marking the moment of the crash. Quite a sight to see.

[@jasonsutton4816]

I just read some news reports about your dad after seeing your post. That is incredibly sad. Thank you for sharing.

[@CliffjumperCars]

@@jasonsutton4816 thank you.

[@RSCuber]

I see a Wristwatch Revival video, I watch and like Wristwatch Revival video. Best way to start my morning.

[@BM-si2ei]

These are such simple Rolexes but they look so good in real life. Such a joy to see you restore it.

[@davidcombs8458]

Caretaking is so difficult. Lots to unpack mentally. Good for Scott and his wife to mark that event. This has me wanting to get my late father’s old Hamilton automatic going again.

[@georgejamison3782]

I’m home recovering from surgery. Absolutely made my day when you video posted! Thank you sir❤️

[@scott7695]

This might be my favorite restoration to date...love having the day/date complication on this dial...really pretty watch!

[@HumanAction1]

Got here early for a good seat...

[@kevinkant6817]

Dong

[@MrZomg17]

I'm two hours late.

[@bramweinreder2346]

Marshal gives us all the best seat :)

[@FightingMango]

“Down in front!” 😅

[@UnholiestJedi]

Got here late for a better seat

[@marquisdaily7715]

We did such a great job. Congratulations, everyone. You are amazing !

[@k-ozdragon]

FINALLY! Someone using Scotchbright to do the brushed finish. This is the proper way to do a brushed satin finish. I get so tired of seeing other makers use sandpaper. Sandpaper makes a very uneven finish, with deep gouges from the random large particles in the paper. It's not meant for finishing work like this. Scotchbright is the correct tool for the job.

[@MrKevin486]

The difference is massive. You can see it so obviously on the caseback. Looks so good. Sandpaper does not do the same job.

[@JamesBSeal]

Rolex are using a vertical lapping belt to do the horns. They do not use scotchbright. Also the finish in this video is wrong, they are a curved brush not straight grain like he has done. Rolex have always used lapping machines to do the horns.

[@DuduOhsson]

I think the case polishing job (especially caseback) could benefit from more specialized tools. You can tell the caseback was not taped off in a circle. Would be cool to see a real case reprofiling.

[@adamgrimsley2900]

You can tell this person is a great watchmaker but an amazing human.

[@dreitzell78]

I really love this channel. Thank you so much. Secondly, I know people like to hate on Rolex, but they really do make quality products. Amazing to see a watch from the 50’s still in that shape. Amazing video.

[@robertthegrape2192]

How you remember where all the parts go and which screws go where impresses the devil out of me. That watch looks phenomenal. I sent this video to a former shipmate, who, I believe, purchased a Rolex while we were in the Mediterranean Sea in 1968. Thanks for this video.

[@Lvl11HexbladeWarlock]

That dial is gorgeous.

[@calvinfoo]

Love to hear your explanation on fixing and history of each watch. Really amazing your knowledge on the history each watch

[@mrkrabs-hl1gi]

A stunning watch, absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Wish i still had mine

[@Morphior]

What happened to it?

[@mrkrabs-hl1gi]

I ended up selling it because someone offered a bit more then I paid for it. Looking to get another one ever since recently

[@louisleflick]

Addictive viewing. In a previous incarnation I was an engineer. Apprentice job was polishing and filing. We always used kitchen scouring powder for satin finishes. Ajax or Vim were the proprietary choice in the UK. 🇬🇧

[@bribonic]

Hands down the best channel on KZbin. If I am ever blessed with an older expensive watch in need of repair you will be the guy.

[@matt.abdula]

I just bought a 1966 one! Glad I came across this, thanks!

[@adamprevatt3056]

That is great

[@G11Marksman]

My dad has worn this exact watch for as long as I can remember. What a wonderful look inside! Great work as always.

[@dannyfowler7055]

You don’t begin to give yourself enough credit for the spectacular work you do. Not to mention for the anal of us it’s so much fun to watch, living vicariously through your talents. 😀

[@AdamF20]

Thanks for yet another great video, Marshall! Am I the only one still curious about what happened to the dial washer or was that an intentional cliffhanger?

[@davidsneddon2242]

Marshall thanks for this and the back story. This has been my dream watch most of my life and at the age of seventy, I know child like, out of my price range but OMG it is so beautiful and what a job you have done. Just fabulous. From sunny Scotland.

[@Allaboutdisinformation]

I find your videos absolutely fascinating. What I would love to know is the manufacturing process for making all the tiny parts to make up this watch.

[@margeryk000]

Marshall, you are an outstanding human being. Keep up the great work!

[@walterhubicki5207]

Thank you for showing these. Something most of us will never get to see. Most of us will never get to hold!

[@RetaHenard]

My watch was purchased 2 years ago from amzwatch and, to this day, it still looks and runs as well as it did the day it arrived. That movement has never missed a beat despite never having been serviced. I can't complain about that.

[@cortoolei-pearson7702]

I always enjoy your content but this one was exceptional and not because of the watch. When you mentioned full restoration my immediate reaction was " No Marshall, sacrilege, the patina is beautiful " but at the end you nailed it, what a beautiful result, hats off to you Marshall. And I have a guilty secret, I also find polishing things by hand, slowly and smoothly is a very calming and satisfying process, your not alone !

[@josephmartinez9054]

Such a beautiful watch! That's my dream watch and it was a journey to see how you restored it so well. Also I'm going to buy the tool set and watch movement package for my birthday, I'm so excited to dive into the watch restoring hobby!

[@markawestern]

Oh shid... a full restoration? Let me make some popcorn and settle in!!❤

[@WholeMilkisBetter]

So glad you posted. Couldn't sleep and your videos both entertain and help me relax. 🤝🏻

[@georgegeorge2526]

I wanted this episode to never end, what a treat

[@luispaz6908]

URgh! I had to stop it at the case polishing ! That was So painful to watch. 😭 To be continued. Great job so far. 🤠

[@luispaz6908]

URgh! The De-Luming process also hurts ! But it did look amazing afterwards. Great Job!!!

[@TheKrackalack]

Thanks for another great video. I was stuck in the hospital last week for a few days after an appendectomy, and your videos helped me get through the monotony!

[@tlrfun3]

Not had a good day at work today and this is perfect to sit chill,watch and listen to. Thanks Marshall 😊

[@Dante_Vicino]

Marshall, you just made my day by uploading. Thanks dude, can't wait to watch!

[@colinmiller513]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful restoration with us!

[@ellysemakula]

It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of MaMaCoo's watch 99% of people will never see.

[@roguewave1060]

Nice to see that you're slowly getting more into case restorations as well now. 👍🏻 Next step: taking apart the Jubilee bracelet! 😃

[@Trapper50cal]

Yay! WR content. Perfect timing Marshall (pun intended) Cool, full restore...nice change of pace and I have to admit that though I like patina too, seeing a '58 at it's best has its own appeal.

[@bensontongue2183]

Marshall - Not sure if you know about it or not when I noted in your woman's datejust video you commented that she desired it brought back to like-new condition you didn't do anything with the pins holding together the links of the bracelet. Depending on the age of the jubilee bracelet, you can get 2 tools, for several hundred dollars, that allow you to separate and then reassemble all the links. The bracelet's extreme looseness that was obvious in the video is VERY common due to wear of the pins. Replace the worn pins with new ones (sourced from England) and the bracelet will again be "like new". I had this done to my wife's Rolex and the difference was striking. Rolex doesn't offer this service - they'd prefer that you send them the old bracelet (so they can take the thousand buck's worth of gold from the links for themselves) and then sell you a new bracelet for 4-5 thousand additional bucks. The imponderable is if you work on enough gold jubilee bracelets to make it worth your while.

[@Don_Dries]

8:09 I love how you are always happy in all of ur video's! Awesome vibe

[@scott7695]

Love your videos...one of the biggest lessons I take away everytime is "the right tool for the job" having the right tool saves you so much anguish....i.e. the crown spline screwdriver you have...the correct tool not using pliers etc...

[@JohnDavis-ed5sg]

A (rare) beautiful sunny day here in Britain, dog at my feet, a big cup of coffee, a couple of biscuits, Marshall and a fab watch! It doesn't get much better.

[@Remowylliams]

What happened with the spring washer you said helped keep the hour and minute hand from getting out of position at the start of the disassembly? Thanks for the video always enjoyable watching to do this kind of detailed work and teaching.

[@patrickwilliams3108]

I was just going to post this. Where's the dial washer?

[@TheNutzandBoltz]

I needed a break from the craziness of the world. A little watch therapy was all it took. Thanks

[@AhmadSleeq]

the videos with rolex or steel sport watches in general are always the best videos !

[@Watches2Restore]

Thanks a lot for the sharing. Very nice watch and restoration 😀

[@andybaldman]

The Roman numerals on the underside of the bezel are so you can keep 12:00 aligned to the top of the watch, so any wear on the sides of the bezel stays consistent, and you can realign it when reinstalling.

[@Marisol1711]

Love the fact that you now explain how you regulate the watches after assembling them again! Very interesting

[@tomahawktom7595]

Dude, you do great work and meaningful work for your clients great story telling

[@heatherstroud5304]

As usual a lovely commentary explaining your process. A beautiful watch.

[@VHMMP]

Another great video from Marshall; just the perfect thing when stuck at home with illness.

[@randysmith9636]

I am always amazed at the engineering and manufacturing of all the parts and pieces of nice watches. The mind to set down and design all the pieces to make a watch perform, hats off to each and everyone of you.

[@christiedovale7827]

beautiful watch GREAT job!!! i never knew or saw you turn over a watch and continue removing parts!

[@watchodyssey4894]

Another masterclass from Marshall. Great work on the Rolex restoration, wonderful story telling, fabulous videography and narration. Definitely inspirational. Well done!

[@jatco84]

A fabulous watch and a fabuous restoration Marshall.. Great work on an Iconic piece. Kudos to you and the owner for keeping it as it was. Excellent. Thank you!!

[@Zmann86]

Marshall I've been considering getting a Day-Date for the past couple years and watching to bring this one back to life is really pushing me towards getting my dream watch. Big time fan of yours for many years, back when you played MTG and then when you commentated on it. Keep doing what you do!

[@Dark-Will]

Thanks for your beautiful videos. They make my day ❤

[@opamueller69]

Marshall - I've mentioned this before. On those higher-end watches I wish you would show us the markings on the inside of the case and other unique markings assoc. with the movement. I really enjoy your passion and craftsmanship. Thanks!

[@philiprice7875]

did you notice inside the back of the case at least 2 signatures of previous restorers?

[@SteveEricJordan]

what an absolute beauty. this is about my dream watch. a really worn rolex as old as this, with this exact gold look and leather bracelett. it's only missing a white dial and i think i'd prefer the more minimalist oyster perpetual, without the day'n date.

[@jeffreyjohnson7213]

By far your best video. For many years I always liked just looking at watches in stores. Your videos I find amazing. Thank you

[@gioc4596]

What a classic , love this model. Thanks for sharing this timepiece’s restoration.

[@beastiebunny]

Marshall, another totally amazing video. The attention and care that you put into every project is impressive. Especially when it's something that you've never done before.

[@andrewpearce2280]

Hi I’m Marshall, oh I have a tool for that. 😂😂 Great video as always Love watching your videos are always relaxing and entertaining to watch Andrew 👍🏻

[@zephyr4049]

An absolute stunning restoration. It's so amazing that one little main spring can power all those complications.

[@godsfault]

I enjoy watching artists draw, mechanics wrench, and Marshall dismantle etc.

[@Afruscek]

Thank you for your wonderful and friendly videos. I am a perfectionist so I'd like to offer some advice. The ScotchBrite detailing on the case back was not alligned with the strap. If you assembled the case (as you did for pressure testing) then marked the edges with nail polish (easily removable with acetone) you could align the detail to run parallel to the strap. I also noticed the curled up washer/shim causing the hand misalignment was not fully resolved. Thanks again for your content and remember, the best time on an analogue watch is half past six, hands down!

[@thadofalltrades]

I'm continuously amazed at how tiny parts like that can be manufactured with such precision

[@MrKayouh]

You're right to be proud, this is insane quality work. I hope someday to be as good and dedicated as you are

[@Looey]

So cool you related the history/backstory of the memorial vibes this watch represents. Thank you.

[@stephenm5000]

No sweeter words to hear on a WR video - "I have a tool for that..." 😂

[@MrTruckerf]

That is beautiful! Great video, as usual.

[@SonofsamSJF]

I recently bought a lovely little MSR T43 Swiss movement off of eBay to get to grips with stripping, cleaning and reassembling and I’ll tell you what. My heart was thumping when it came time to refit the yoke and click spring!

[@robertzalnis3162]

I'm not a watch person but that watch is beautiful.

[@SteveParker-u6c]

I love watching your videos at first was not sure why.But watching you restoring a watch I am completely hooked I absolutely love watching you restoring watches.looking forward to new videos.

[@JL-fs9wh]

Phenomenal work! I know nothing about watches but am mesmerized by what you can do. For a hobby you seem to be fast becoming a master!

[@CrimFerret]

I knew this was going to be a good video as soon as I saw that watch. Rolex movements aren't the nicest looking, but the parts are made to tight tolerances so they just fit together so nicely.

[@maurothiagobarbosa]

That was a beautiful job Marshall, thanks for sharing all along and now I want to find a beauty just like that one on a nice leather strap.

[@shubhamshrivardhankar]

KING OF THE RING VIDEO MARSHAL! ❤

[@oloxadik2077]

Marshal, thank you. another great piece and another great job on it. I truly admire you and your skills.

[@WesleyJester]

Love your channel Marshall!! I watch all your content. I will become a hobbyist one day soon, I've been learning on old clock movement. If I had it I'd send you a few $ for joining and ordering one of your tool kits. Keep up the good work my friend!!

[@nickhull83]

Holy moly. I can’t watch right now but this will be consumed this first thing tomorrow morning ❤❤❤❤

[@1911MikeinOregon]

That's a beautiful watch, and as always, very nicely done Marshall

[@chriskennard5920]

Awesome work Marshall. Topclass watch - first class work - high class video - what a pleasrue to watch!

[@avianfish8732]

Top Job. I learned something today. 'Freesprung balances' thats Rolex showing off just how good their engineering is.

[@randyhoy9692]

A beautiful wrist watch Marshall,I love it!

[@xC4Rbonx]

This one was a real treat. Great story and a great watch. It was really cool to see some more unique skills like the reluming!

[@1RunnerDad]

Boy, that supervisor knows how to sneak up on ya and keep you on your toes! :-) Nice work! This is gorgeous.

[@MrGibbie2210]

Someone went to a lot of trouble when they took the bezel off that at some point, the numerals should line up with the hour markers on the dial, maybe why you had a small leak when you did your pressure test .... gorgeous watch and a great restoration.

[@ygrbooks]

Always a pleasure to see that you have uploaded a new video. Thank you so much: great work on a well-known model of a pretty standard watch 😊👏👍👌!

[@rickhoevenaars7833]

I wouldn’t think twice about trusting you with the repair and/or restoration of any watch.

[@UKDrew]

Awesome as Always Great way to start the Day Thankyou

[@JudSeyoum]

Thank you for making high quality videos!Love amzwatch ’s watches