15-Year-Old Found This (Really Nice) Watch at a Flea Market

Marshall restores another vintage watch, this time it's a super nice Record Watch Company watch found by a 15-year-old watch enthusiast named Maximilian from Denmark!
The watch is kind of an anomaly in that it has a bunch of modern features but also has radium lume for the hands and dial. It's also not running correctly, that's where Marshall comes in!
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[@maximilianwatch]

Hey Marshall, Maximilian here, Thank you so much for doing this restoration for me. It a dream come true to get my watch restored by a legend like you :) Its really nice of you to send me a watchmaking starter box. I will enjoy it while thinking about this fantastic adventure. So thank you so much for that, its very generous of you :) Thank you all for all for the very nice comments. Its almost overwhelming. I am glad you all like the watch, i love it myself and will wear it with great pleasure now it have been serviced. It will put a smile on my face when i check the time :) Thank you so much Marshall! The best regards from Denmark🇩🇰

[@The_Reel_Tech]

Congratulations young man on a wonderful piece. Certainly will be take pride of place in your collection. Marshall is an absolute pleasure to observe as he meticulously restores timepieces. Enjoy that watch and maybe we see your work some day soon.

[@amirulhakim268]

We are very happy and proud of you dude. send our loveliest regards to your father and mother. we love to see your first video of watch exploration on your channel. I subscribed to yours just now. happy life Max to you and your family!

[@DocWat280]

That is one really nice looking watch. Inside and out.

[@maximilianwatch]

@@amirulhakim268 Thank you so much. I will maybe post. And a fantatic life to you too :)

[@bobchronister3429]

Watching your videos are always so relaxing and amazing

[@ko5040]

Marshall, just confirming your "suspicion" that people who don't care about watches find this interesting. I am a video producer, and have no desire to buy expensive watches (or any non digital watch truthfully), yet I am addicted to your content, your ability to calmly walk through the process and provide a friendly space. I put your videos up while editing my videos as a calm way to drudge through hours of interviews. Thank you for keeping this hobby alive and available for those of us who are curious but have no interest in doing it ourselves.

[@bradhagen1269]

Me about a year ago: “Why is KZbin recommending a watch repair video that is…45 minutes?! Who watches this stuff?!” Me today, still without a mechanical watch: “I’m all caught up, when is he going to upload a new watch restoration video?” Apparently the KZbin algorithm knows me better than I know myself.

[@ko5040]

@@bradhagen1269 100% agree.

[@leedsdevil]

@@bradhagen1269 100% agree about the KZbin algorithm. Me a year plus ago: "This would be like watching paint dry." Me today: "Hey! A new wristwatch_revival video! Yay!"

[@orthicon3]

Quite right! I work in live TV, and I often put these videos on during some down time in the control room.

[@rogerd777]

I do like wearing an analog watch, although it is a Seiko solar watch, not very expensive. I do enjoy this content.

[@robwil2559]

Honestly, these are the only 45+ minute videos that I can sit down and watch from start to finish. Thanks for putting these out there Marshall.

[@mikemotorbike4283]

holy cow did 45 minutes just go by? wow!

[@gruffrc]

I just sat here for the full 45 and have no idea where the time went

[@kidsteach938]

I don't know how I stumbled in here, but I was thoroughly entertained, (and educated) for the entire time...by a calm, reassuring person restoring a watch. Strange.

[@basstrammel1322]

@@kidsteach938 These kind of videos are meditation for middle aged people, in my opinion. Just like this one, there are similar channels that do wood work, leather, cobbler videos, and more. Soothing voices, fascinating items, and educational.

[@termonostruman]

looks too much clean to be found in a amrket....its justa watch desaamssamble for the video.., is not a real repair,, old watches they all need new parts.. so fuoff

[@neiltutbury35]

I've never watched a watch restoration before. Thoroughly enjoyable. You're a natural Marshall.

[@KahramanCita]

I admire how you are just so fearless.. That's one reason why I love watching your videos. Just seeing how you aren't afraid of people or situations is inspiring to such an anxious, scaredy cat like myself lol *jklux*

[@ryang9573]

You are a rare treat on the internet, Marshall. Thank you for sharing your passion and positive energy with all of us. We need more people like you.

[@IanZainea1990]

As always. Shout out to the radium girls. Brave workers who gave too much.

[@benz-share9058]

For those interested, the radium lume is just as radioactive (half life 1600 years) as it was when the watch was new. The lume is made of radium and a phosphor. The radioactive decay of the radium stimulates the phosphor to glow, and that's what you see in the dark. The phosphor deteriorates and eventually doesn't glow. Fortunately the radium decay is alpha particles and they won't penetrate skin. Main hazard is breathing or ingesting any of the radium. My condolences to all the radium girls and other workers (and those close to them) who were indeed treated terribly and many not told the truth even after the hazard was recognized. BTW, tritium is similarly safe in watches but half life is MUCH shorter-just 12 years.

[@ScreaminEmu]

LOL I'm sorry, I know you mean well, but they died horribly decades ago... is a "shout out!" really the best we can do for them?

[@paulketchupwitheverything767]

@@ScreaminEmu Looking for the best intentions of the commenter: I read it as respectful praise for their legal challenge to the companies that misled the female workers and the success in exposing that information on the dangers of radium that was withheld from them. This contributed to improvements in working conditions. I don't think that the 'shout' is about painting the watches. The term 'Radium Girls' is pretty demeaning and wouldn't be used today. It looks like it was was the language of the period. Reading these comments prompted me learn something about what happened. Thank you.

[@IanZainea1990]

@@ScreaminEmu in a KZbin comment? Yes

[@denawiltsie4412]

The major problem with radium was they would point the brush with their mouth. Over the corse of years they would ingest a sizable dosage of radium and as a heavy metal, it probably remained in the body for a long time. More careful handling of the material and there wouldn't have been many deaths but that that point in history the danger wasn't well known.

[@mitchsch.1]

I don't know the first thing about watches, and I don't know how I found this, but this might be some of the most interesting content I've seen in a very long time. The way this man describes the process and the respect for the owners and the watches and the stories behind everything, is truly next level. I can't stop watching these videos. Bravo Marshall. We share a 1st name so that doesn't hurt either :)

[@felixcarrier943]

Here to second this point. I have no idea how I stumbled upon this video and this channel. I personally have little interest in watches. But there's something just neat about watching a skilled craftsperson go about restoring an artefact that itself has decades of history, most of it unknown to us. I think it's also their curiosity and passion for the craft that makes the video interesting. Thanks Marshall; you've made someone's Saturday afternoon a bit brighter with your video, and thanks Maximilian for sharing the watch.

[@williamland1]

Agreed ! Great video

[@thelardmonkey7661]

The moment you opened the watch up knocked my socks off. What a gorgeous movement

[@Hans-gb4mv]

It really is, deserves a glass caseback

[@GalileoAV]

IKR? Nothing better than finding out it's as stunning under the hood as it is on the outside. Talk about an amazing find for a flea market

[@milosalder3856]

n then the moment the Geiger counter started ticking my heart sank 😭

[@Tater_Lord]

​@@milosalder3856 radium lume is beautiful but it's also dangerous but I wouldn't hesitate to wear it every day

[@OffGridInvestor]

There's Russian ones, I think sold under the zenith brand that have some plating that looks completely gold. Maybe rhodium? But not plain brass. They're very good looking.

[@rodneyringler3745]

Marshal, as an old school guy, I will tell you Chronographer's have always been secretive. They control the knowledge, the parts... the magic! I appreciate EVERY word you speak! It's very good you shared the repair of Maxmillian's watch online, However, I might suggest a Mentorship or Apprenticeship program you could initiate. Pass that knowledge and skill on to the younger interested parties. I think you can read all the things I did not write but have implied. Beautiful clockwork's, Wonderful Workmanship!

[@KahramanCita]

Omg yess girl... Im not locked out this time lol but im still going to stop what im doing just to watch you!!! Keep doing what you do! *jklux*

[@Geschwindt]

I am glad that you took the time and tell the his story, and that you are invitational about it and love to share your work. The best dad/grandpa gesture anyone can get!

[@russellschaper-kotter7783]

I also live in Denmark & this is also one of my favourite hobbies. My best find was a vintage Oris Worldtimer. Found it in an old barn converted into a thrift market. I bought it for 50kr (7 USD). It's amazing how many watches are discarded in these places! Great find by young Maximilian.

[@maximilianwatch]

Thank you so much! Can i ask where in Denmark you found it? The oris sounds really nice.

[@russellschaper-kotter7783]

@@maximilianwatch hey! I found it just outside of Asnæs. I know the barn by driving but it's along a "Daisy Route". Yeah it was a nice find. No strap & it was barely running but I sent it to Oris to have it refurbished. All original parts still. It was a great find but I'm always on the look out 😄. I'm guessing you get as excited as I do when I find the designated Loppemarked box with all the watches haha

[@maximilianwatch]

@@russellschaper-kotter7783 Yeah i do. Its a really nice feeling to find a good watch on a fleamarked. Held og lykke derude!

[@wobblysauce]

Watches come in all sorts, some fancy-looking watches have basic movements and some plainer watches can have nice insides like this one.

[@sairlordmusic]

buy a working geiger counter

[@jasonatkin6787]

Grandparents are one of life's greatest blessings and gifts, Maximilian. Take advantage of each and every opportunity to spend time with them, and to learn from them. I'm in my early 50s, and I still try and endeavor to be more like my grandparents each day. Cool watch, BTW!

[@maximilianwatch]

Thank you! I really enjoy spending time with them and love them so much! Best regards

[@alexandergreenfield91]

You're so right. I miss mine everyday in a way I'd find difficult to articulate. Make the most of every day you get with them.

[@jeffsousa399]

Wow.. what a Great bit of advice… So very True…

[@EffendiChung]

Hi Marshall, just want to share my journey in watch making. Your videos has been an inspiration for me to fix my mom's wedding watch. I've been years ago decided to restore it but nobody in my country wanted to take on a watch as vintage and as small as my mom's 60s Seiko. Watching your videos, I finally got that push to try it myself. So i bought a skmei and 2 fngeen automatic watches to sacrifice as my test/training units. I broke one, got a slip of hand while trying to remove the case, ruined the hairspring assembly. The second one, a fngeen runs a bit weird, as the second hand sweeps irregularly. Got that one technically free, the seller just refund me without wanting the watch back. Its $15. So I disassembled it, reassembled it, does it several times and it wont work right until I found that a jewel has tiny crack on it. I harvest one from the ruined movement and it runs considerably smoother with +7 seconds a day. Then, I moved to my mom's watch. Its really just needed a service, its handwound only, so the mechanical side of thing is relatively much simpler but with much smaller parts. I needed a much better digital microscope for it. I really just disassembled it, clean it with ultrasonic cleaner and pegwood, and relubricate it. It runs now, and seeing my mom's adoring face seeing her watch returned to a working state makes me feel great, and I really just sacrificed a $15 watch to do it. Thank you for the videos, its a wealth of knowledge for an enthusiast like me and as I sees it now, for younger generations as well. I love these videos you made and the passion you've channelled through it. Thank you sir.

[@timradde4328]

Thank you for sharing your story. I am glad your Mom has her watch back to working condition. You did well.

[@jacksprat9172]

That was a fantastic thing to do for your mum. I hope your mum has many more years of enjoyment from her wedding gift as it must have had great sentimental value to her. Well done and all the best from Scotland.

[@EffendiChung]

Thank you all, its been a great sense of accomplishment for me to see how excited my mom has been after I serviced the watch. She's being skeptical at first since its her beloved item and has been wearing it all day even with the watch being dead. Since dad is no longer with us and he's been really a handy diy person all his life, I think I've just proven how handy her son could be. Its another win for me, plus the extra food she's been cooking for me lately, well, could never say no to mom's delicious cooking.

[@attilaschannel5198]

To be honest the best part of your channel is your commentary. I watched other watch maker channels ( I don't even own a watch or owned a watch for at least 20 years. ), but your charm as you explain everything in detail, without sounding boring is what makes your channel so amazing.

[@LtDan-fy7lc]

Was about to say I kinda like how he carries the tone of a sports commentator, rather than a How It's Made narrator. I enjoy both, but this definitely is easier to listen to without falling asleep lol

[@ThePhishpond]

Yeah his voice and manner of speaking go a long way. I've watched videos with a subject that's not interesting just because of the speaker.

[@hardknokker]

Thank you Marshal, As a master auto mechanic and "gear-head", I appreciate your master watchmaker skills and seeing you bring these old beauties back to life...

[@macgibbon]

Just a tip about the ultrasonic cleaner, for those who might be novices with them. You can put your parts in a container or ziplock bag and the action will still work on the parts. So you can have the cleaner filled with regular water, and put your specific cleaners in your container with the parts. Allows your cleaner to go further, don't need to change water, and means your parts are nicely contained. Glass works best but plastic is ok.

[@bigriceburner]

I never thought of that but it makes perfect sense because it's all just hydrosonic waves.

[@Plan3tBob]

omg.. love this idea.

[@johnsherborne3245]

Plastic can attenuate the energy, reducing the efficiency, I prefer to use a cut down drinks tin or an old baked beans can.

[@rogerrabt]

Just be aware that gilded parts will be stripped by an ultrasonic cleaner.

[@johnsherborne3245]

@@rogerrabtthat sounds odd, I have gold plated vast amounts of gold over the years, if it came off in the ultrasonic the adhesion would have been an easy reject. Getting gold off base metals is not easy.

[@Ade2bee]

Thank you for inviting us into your workshop, and thank you Maximilian for sending the watch

[@Adam-ox6zy]

That is probably one of the ‘prettier’ movements I’ve seen on this channel in some time. What a find!

[@mlmmt]

Yeah, was very much not expecting it once he opened that cover, it was like "ooooooh, pretty!"

[@peetiegonzalez1845]

Right? In this day and age nobody would polish a movement so highly unless there were an open caseback. Which is common in the last couple of years, but otherwise... there are so many very respectable machines with closed caseback that lack any kind of charisma compared to this.

[@wingracer1614]

Record while pretty unknown today was known for very high quality movements in the 40s and 50s. They even supplied movements for other companies like Ball. Longines bought them in 1961 and continued to sell the brand until 1991 but their heyday was long over. And as you can see from this watch, they were one of the first to use inca block shock protection.

[@ChevTecGroup]

I'd want a clear back on it and just to watch the movement

[@leinardesteves3987]

I absolutely love the watch hobby community. You get kids like these who gets so enamored by it and adults helping them out. I also started young and I got my first watch by a stranger giving it to me since he had an extra watch on his collection. I hope this trend continues, dont ever let the love of this hobby die

[@tombland7336]

Marshall - you are a very special human being! We live in such a chaotic and, at times, disturbing world - so to know that I can watch your videos and hear your kind and soothing voice is incredibly reassuring. From a 50 year old living in South Africa. Tom.

[@JimmyJaime-su5px]

Sorry,he do3snt read his comments,nice try lol.

[@wes11bravo]

Sharing a skill with anyone who is curious, especially a young person, is something I encourage anyone to do should the opportunity arise. I am a telephone cable splicer and was working on a noisy line in a city housing project once and one kid in particular took an interest in what I was doing. I let him see the microfische plat that showed the "map" of the cable I was working on, I brought down the corroded splice module to show him what was causing the noise, I showed him how my meter worked. Who knows where something like this can lead? Maybe the kid will be an engineer someday. Always share what you know!

[@tosgem]

good on you

[@stevemawer848]

Only insecure people are scared to share!

[@sparklight5317]

​@@JoSeeFuss I had a YMCA camp hobby instructor show me the insides of an old phosphor vacuum tube TV. Few years + 20yrs later I retired an Aircraft Electrician specializing in Avionics and 30+yrs later I'm an engineer on very high end semiconductor manufacturing equipment. That moment was a lifetime.

[@BillWrightabc]

This edition is the reason for KZbin--You, Marshall, illustrate the great heart and soul of both a craftsperson and a gentleperson. Thank you.

[@NickGreyden]

I really enjoy people being experts in their fields and doing it well. Watchwork, lawn work, restorations, coding, professional cleaners, mechanics, carpenters, blacksmiths, farriers, hoof trimmers, electricians, plumbers, builders ... it doesn't matter what the profession or hobby, only that it is done and done well. And those that spend the time and effort to record, edit, and share their work so we all can increase our knowledge on what it takes and even pick up things that might be important one day are a gold mine of dad/grandpa energy that is sorely missing in this day and age.

[@HeavyDragoon]

Totally agree

[@garrykraemer8993]

Wow, you are amazing! I'm 76 and have never seen someone take a fine watch apart, service it, re-wind the main spring, and get it put back together. This is intense work and you explaining it helps tremendously. My eyesight would not let me attempt such a delicate task! Maximillian will have a fine watch to pass to his grandson! Best Regards.

[@spicydragon3881]

Thank you for uncovering the incredibly mystery of the mechanical watch movement. Being an amateur who is terrified of attempting a disassembly of this magnitude, your description/explanation of what how and why it all works is truly amazing. Thank you for teaching us no matter how old or in Maximilian's case, young we are. It is truly a pleasure to have the opportunity to watch (no pun intended) you work and its incredible that you did this for Maximilian. What a truly beautiful watch, Maximilian I hope you wear it well for many, many years to come.

[@samnova450]

Thanks for doing this watch for your young fan. Like you say, got to inspire the younger generation for watchmaker’s career. I’m sure it something his family will always remember.

[@MrAeandir]

It's not our words that define us in life, but our actions. You made someone happy where you were not obliged to. I thank you for that. (i paused the vid to type this. )

[@gwenscoggins1]

I've been subscribed and watching you for about three years now . I subscribed while visiting my family in Canada. I never thought I'd be so fascinated watching watch repair. My son couldn't believe it either. I guess it was your excitement and enthusiasm that captivated me . I remember when you first started your Patreon you would roll the names like you do now . Then it was just a few . Now the names just keep rolling!! I'm so proud of you and the growth of your channel!! Even though I can't afford to be a Patreon I'm so thankful for the people in this community that are . I know this helps you out a lot to buy more watches ,tools and whatever else you need. Love your spirit, love watching you take apart and put back together all the watches . I'm so proud for and of you!

[@its_maxbro]

Quickest 45 min of my life. So enthralling. Amazing work.

[@MrNeo562]

I am 55 and have long had a fascination with watches. Now that I am retired and can sit back and smell the roses, I can really appreciate these pieces of engineering. This video is the first I have ever seen refurbishing a watch and I enjoyed every second of it. You are an excellent presenter! Thank you for sharing your love of watches with us.

[@danielhulan3058]

I work in the mental health field with children specifically. It's nice to see someone spark a passion for healthy hobbies for kids. Keep it up Marshal. You never know the impact you have on people. P.S. love the channel, it's my way of self care after a long day.

[@tomhill4003]

Same! Marshal has a wonderfully soothing voice, and I love all things mechanical.

[@TheSchmolke]

Thats a nice story, very happy that maximilian gets to watch you work on his watch. I am also from Denmark, so nice to hear a fellow young watch enthusiast being so exited :) God fornøjelse med uret Maximilian :)

[@maximilianwatch]

Mange tak. Og tak for den venlige kommentar!

[@TheBugkillah]

Probably one of the best vintage watch restorations I’ve ever seen, I love the look.

[@ev2512]

What an awesome gift to share with this young man! Too cool to do this and address his interest. This is how our talents and knowledge continue for generations and unfortunately are no longer passing on in the same way as in previous generations.

[@tuzaguilar4201]

I disassembled a really old clock my great grandfather left when I was young. That was over 40 years ago. And now I see this and the fascination is back. Never did understand why there were so many parts that came off the clock. But now it makes sense. Amazing work. Mechanical watches are just magical specially with the microscopic pieces. True human engineering. Thank you for sharing.

[@davidbutler8096]

Marshall...of course, I already knew you were a great guy, but this video proves it. Been watching your videos for years and I don't even own a watch. Viewing your submissions are a guilty pleasure for me. The specialized tools, the camera work, and your voice overs are all top notch. Thank you.

[@maxmaximus2608]

Lovely story and a beautiful watch. Isn’t it a beautiful thing when strangers are nice to each other? 😊

[@bigriceburner]

I will add this is such an inspiring story and what a nice gift you give to the young man.

[@0000Sierra117]

Hello Marshall, Even though I'm not a "watch guy" (I wear 20$ Casio digitals) I find your videos calm and entertaining. I'm a physics lab technician, and so many hours under a microscope with a pair of fine tweezers is no stranger to me, and it's a joy to see someone engaged in similar labor for a completely different purpose, and in your case restoring watches to be used and appreciated seems like an immensely satisfying endeavor. Keep up the good work (and you are doing good work in every sense of the word), and thanks for taking all the extra time to show this to us and explain what you're doing.

[@JillianeAngel-m7u]

As a little girl my dad use to give me old watches, I don't know why, but with out any help I knew how to take them apart and put them back together right. But I couldn't fix them. I really enjoyed this ! I didn't have any special tools ! Seeing what was inside, all the little jewels ! I wish I had , had someone to teach me back then. I've always liked knowing what's inside of things. Later in life in became a Prototype engineer in foot wear!

[@bramweinreder2346]

Great find Max! Thank you for letting the rest of the world enjoy it too, and I hope some of Marshal's skill and enthusiasm is rubbing off.

[@maximilianwatch]

His enthusiasm always rubs off! If you are just in the slightest bad mood, his videos will cheer you up :) Thank you for that Marshall :)

[@MuKkelDK]

It's so cool, that you will send a starter kit to this Maximillian. Good on you!

[@warehousejo007]

1st time ever. just found u. got ADD all over the place.... cld not move once the video started til the very end. absolutely delightful experience! u are so gifted! the Bob Ross of Watches!! ❤👏🏽✌🏽

[@jae2249]

I watched and loved every minute of this video. I was glued to the screen well into the wee hours of the morning here in Asia. This is something I really wanna get into and seeing videos like this one reinforces the concepts in my mind and really helps me gain more confidence that I could restore/assemble some watches. I guess the key issues you need to comprehend are Barrel/Main Spring: Power slow unwinding The training gears: Helps speed up the slow wheels The Balance/escapement: Uses a finely balanced spring to regulate the speed of the second hand The Keyless works: Allows you to wind, hack, quickset and change the time through the crown and stem The Yoke: uses a spring and catching system to push the cogs of the keyless works into the right position The minute cog/Bridge: Drives the minute hand The hour cog: moves the hours forward after the minute cog has done 60 complete rotations The center poverty wheel: the pile that runs up through the center of the watch to turn each section of the pole at the right times I guess that’s pretty much the gist of it? Most watch restorations I’ve seen now display some for of each of these. Sometimes it’s a spring, sometimes it’s a bridge in the case of newer Seikos but they all seem to have most of these items. Does that all seem correct?

[@stevenmeys7108]

My man!!!! I don't know if you're a teacher in real life but you my guy are a legend. 90% Of current global teachers can't hold this level of education quality and you do it just for fun. Incredibly impressive! This has just become my primary hobby. Thanks a Million!

[@BeachFrontSolutions]

Woah Marshall Sutcliffe doing watch restoration! I hadn’t heard your voice since 2014 when I was an avid limited resources listener and then randomly had this video suggested to me! Excited to start following this channel now as I don’t play magic any longer but tbh I hadn’t realized I missed your voice and I can totally dig listen to you talk horology and watch repair/restoration!

[@PorscheSpeedster-kz6nc]

What a wonderful video for Maximilian. Just awesome!!!

[@walther9161]

I applaud you Sir for helping the young man further his interest in watch making. I’ve learned a lot by watching your channel. Thank you for posting!!

[@michaelmcdonough7946]

Mr. Marshell I would like to say that I am truly impressed with your ability to make this look so easy. There is no way that I could do what you do. How you can remember how the pieces go back together and how you can bring that watch back to life is truly amazing.

[@gjeraldh2989]

I took apart my first watch yesterday. It’s a cheapo movement produced by Q&Q during the quartz crisis. It makes use of plastic and also combines some parts to simplify the manufacturing process, but that does mean it’s less than ideal for learning. Still, super happy with it! Now I just need to figure out how to align the gear train correctly. Thanks you so much for these videos, it made the process a whole lot easier knowing how it should be going.

[@winchells]

Nice job Marshall! Congratulations Maximillian for the great watch!

[@fawman101]

Just watched a video interview of another of my favorite creators, Brennan Lee Mulligan, where he echoes your sentiment on mentoring: "When someone is looking for something and I can give it to them... there is nothing like the look on their face when they get it and make it their own... Lighting a second candle doesn't diminish the first. Knowledge is something that if you share it, there's just more. There's no scarcity."

[@johnkem2630]

Great story about the young man's enthusiasm with this watch. Nice restoration Marshall !

[@seanmrussell]

Wow. What an utterly engaging video. I stopped everything to watch this from start to finish (which is rare for me). Absolute kudos to you, Marshall!

[@stevewhite1107]

Great find…smart young man, sending it to be restored by you. Hope he loves it for years to come.

[@VierImageStudios]

K, let's set up a fund to get this kid one of your kits! NEVERMIND! As I was typing this you said you're sending him a kit. 🤣 Good on ya! Love it!

[@amirulhakim268]

yes pleaseeee need to have max uploading his first watch repair youtube video so we can watch him happily doing watch repair restoration making!

[@maximilianwatch]

I really wasnt expecting it. I look very much forward to using the new tools and think about this fantastic adventure! Thank you so much Marshall :)

[@davemackinder6518]

record watches are made by Longines. lovely movement, great find max

[@stephenm5000]

What a clever guy, getting you to sign the watch - it'll be worth a fortune now!

[@philiprice7875]

yea i also disagree with Marshall about him NOT engraving as a rule because "iam not a professional" sorry not a pro in fact, as in doing it for a living but a pro in actuality because of the standard of work and doing it for the LOVE"

[@andyowens2645]

Marshall, you have the soul of a teacher, someone who helps you discover. You have the speaking skills of a professional radio dude. I have a hybrid watch and a traditional watch with a face based on vintage airplane dials (nice for large-print eyes haha). Nothing special, but I love them. You have given me an exceedingly new appreciation of these tiny miracles.

[@stevenyoung6644]

Just when it couldn't possibly get any better, BAM! The perfect strap...

[@tonys9413]

Another great video, Marshall! Maximillian is a lucky guy. That bit of correcting the beat error is not for the faint of heart 👍

[@BayAreaMotorcycleCommuting]

I know nothing about watches. I don't particularly care for watches. But man, I love this channel. Such great presentation and explanation of everything - thanks for sharing your insights

[@marv.mon.9845]

Brother I am liking this watch. I like the old vintage look it has.

[@Palsrible]

Brilliant. I haven’t worn a watch for 40 years. You make me want to get something nice. Thanks

[@thomasx1003]

Such a brilliant backstory to the watch as someone who recently lost his grandad who meant the world to me this brings a smile to my face hearing about a young lad who likes to spend time with his grandad and shares a hobby with him

[@Eric1SanDiego1]

Don't own a watch, think this channel is AWESOME.

[@auntkaz815]

I didn’t own a watch until I started watching Marshall… now I do and really love it (pretty basic watch - I’m a teacher and can’t afford the more pricey ones).

[@duane2344]

A couple of years back I've been watching this channel. Thought to myself, 'boy I could restore watches'. Now I realize that just watching this channel is the closest I will get to restore. Marshall, you have a great demeaner in a 'Bob Ross' sort of way!

[@heaven-is-real]

@@auntkaz815 Maybe you will find a really pricey one at a flea market for very little money, aunt Kaz. Good Luck and GBU.

[@deividasb]

Great video! A few weeks ago here in the UK I bought a unmarked watch at a flee market (car boot sale) for £2 as it wasn't working. Opened it up and it was a Waltham from 1927 with radium numerals. Not planning on doing anything with it, but it was still an excellent find.

[@kejadi]

@@deividasb If you do work on that Waltham, a few years ago Texas OSHA put out a bulletin giving some precautions to use. Perhaps that is on their web site.

[@savagesnadgaming7252]

I just found this channel because I am a Magic player and honestly I could sit and listen to Marshall talk about just about anything. I've never fixed a watch in my life but I'm hooked on this channel.

[@HeavyDragoon]

What a wonderful restoration in keeping with our young enthusiastic new watch collector. You too are so enthusiastic and showing us the way(s) of how you do it...MARVELLOUS and so great that you have "bought along" this young lad and let's hope that it not only in entities Maximillian...but also others out there... Keep up your lovely work..I too have "subbed" Best greetings from Sussex England

[@blister762]

Was lying in bed, sicker than a dog with covid, when your vid posted. Now I have something to distract me as I cough up my kidneys. Lol. Thanks Marshal.

[@shericontrary2535]

If you did a swab test, did the test contain ethylene oxide?

[@blister762]

​@@shericontrary2535My doctor did it so whatever she uses in her practice. I suffered a severe chest and lung injury so she placed me in high risk with covid and when this started in '20 before the vaccine she pumped me up with pneumonia vaccine, shingles, flu and told me to isolate. This is the first time I've had it but my very elderly mom is recovering from her second bout.

[@jim_bocho]

@@shericontrary2535 „As it is a gas, there is no way it can be carried forward after the manufacture into any of these products. We know this from decades of safety and toxicity research. The use is strictly controlled and regulated.“ Spread your bull**** elsewhere.

[@tonyhunt9001]

lol covid..

[@stim1500]

​@@tonyhunt9001 What's so funny about covid?

[@rztrzt]

There's a mint one online that sold for 1250 pounds. Brand - Record Watch Co. Made in Switzerland Model - Two tone Jumbo Reference - 022-18 Year - 1950s

[@LordWillyGee]

There isn't too many watch restorers left anymore! Can't believe I watch from start to finish. You really narrative the restoring the Watch, all the parts, tools, cleaning reassembles? Wow, great work, I know Maximilian has an heirloom forever to used.

[@johannesswarts1440]

Marshall - you are a technician and an artist. A real pleasure watching someone working on such tiny machines with such confidence! Thank you!!!

[@GerardinaObst]

I'm genuinely impressed with how close amzwatch were able to replicate every aspect of this very very goofy looking classic watch.

[@user-mj7gm6gj9v]

1950s Record Geneve 17 runs about $600 today

[@tomahoks]

Thank you.

[@vezokpiraka]

I find it absolutely absurd that such a marvel of engineering from 100 years ago is so cheap. A piece of cardboard for Magic the Gathering from 30 years ago is $1000 but a watch three times as old that must have been pretty pricy at the time with all the things in it is cheaper than that.

[@wingracer1614]

And if it's in good shape, that's a very good deal. Records from the 40s and 50s are very high quality with in house movements.

[@Doflaminguard]

​@@vezokpirakawell, its all about MSRP or the demand price of people pay.

[@isaacbenrubi9613]

That's a beautiful movement! If Spiderman got bit by a radioactive spider to get his powers, does that mean you're gonna become Watchman?

[@stepcorngrumbleteats7683]

That Casting has ALREADY happened, sincerly, Alan Moore.

[@jrornahhh4775]

do i collect watches? no... but do i think about repairing watches? also no ... but did i watch this whole video... yes!

[@ElijahLockwood]

looks amazing! Bought mine from Wristova, they have an amazing collection of luxury watches super clones and I'm obsessed!

[@RamMopar]

Ever since I stumbled on your channel and have started watching your restoration videos I have been seriously contemplating getting into the hobby. I enjoy seeing how everything fits together and how tiny everything really is inside. Thanks for the great content

[@WristwatchWorkshop]

Maximilian now has a record of his Record.

[@brettduffin8412]

You are a bloody legend doing things like this Marshall

[@Gondorff273]

Dear Marshall ! Do you at last know, why this watch was running so damn fast at the beginning? I always thought, that a watch after a long time not being serviced would rather run slower and not running like hell 'cause of the drying out of the oil or grease ! ... Great work as always ... and a happy Maximilian, I guess ! 😊

[@therewolf184]

I came to ask the same thing!

[@AnneNoneymouse]

I'd guess it was magnatized (the hairspring in particular). When a watch is running very poorly (15+/- minutes per day), 'magnetized' is the first and only guess. I would've tried demagnetizing it and toss it on the timegrapher again, just for kicks and giggles.

[@alterhype]

I just this morning opened an old Hamilton gold watch from the sixties or earlier given in reward by the post office for five years delivery with no accidents. It kind of ran which is amazing as the inside had pools of oil! Next step clean in L&R and then reassemble. Thank you for your videos. You helped me get into hobby last year.

[@tarafoley6030]

Max is a blessed young man ... Granddad takes him to the flea market, where he spots the watch dealer, takes him back again, where he finds This watch & Grandada buys it for him. THEN, he contacts You, who works your magic, not only in refurbishing his watch, but allowing Not only him, but the rest of us to witness the entire process. Ultimately, said blessed young man then recieves a beautiful & beautifully functional watch back from you, along with (possibly) just the spark he's looking for to decide his life's work? And lastly, he lives in just the right area of the world to learn & work, if he so desires. Congrats Marshall ... Another fine, Fine job!!

[@steven_ryan]

Beautiful dial 😮

[@OverNightVision]

I was so stoned when I watched this first time I thought you had no fingernails for like 30 seconds

[@josephhertzberg2734]

Dude, you weren't alone I was like, man his fingers have weird wrinkles...

[@harrisclive77]

😂😂😂

[@larryburrough3024]

Hey Marshal, Larry here. I found this watch in one of my dresser drawers. I kept this because of the case. It’s Hampden Burber Grand. It’s a gold filled hunter case. It was made in 1899. Beautiful lever set pocket watch. You can set the gorgeous hands but cannot wind it. I watched on videos on how to get the movement out. The movement is decased. It’s a wonderful moment but dirty. Can you please help me? I am a retired Tool&Die maker of 42 years. I want to start cleaning watches. I have a few tools to start. Thank You in advance, 73 year old Larry

[@susanhaney3437]

You can get one of his beginner watch tool sets at Sutcliffe Hansen

[@devonshire56]

I do this same work right here in Marshall's back yard, in South Seattle. I started about 10 years ago and still enjoy watching these videos. This one especially because I get requests like this from friends and love working on a fine piece like this.

[@tongalizia3175]

The best part is the granpa is spending time with grandson. Max will remember this adventure with Marshall and will tell his grandkids. Thank you for a great video Mr Marshall and great story Max. Salutations from 🇲🇽 Mexico

[@manwithouteyes]

You're basically rebuilding a tiny transmission.

[@159tony]

I do not particularly care about watches but I LOVE clockwork mechanisms. Automata, toys, watch movements, I just love the mechanics.

[@Freddie-pe9nz]

Hello I just subscribed found your channel by accident and happy. I have a neighbor who I grew up with and he got very sick in his later years. We in our early 60's and he found a elderly man to repair his dad's and grandfather's pocket watches. And the older man who repaired them let my friend watch, well after awhile the gentleman didn't have any work. And my friend was just fascinated with the tools that were from the 30-to present. The old guy said if you come 3 days a week and don't waste my time. I'll teach you everything and tricks of this lost art. It took a few years and they become best friend, and all and all. The gentleman gave my friend all his tools and customer's. It's amazing the old pocket watches that have been given to him. Some are for parts and some he turned the gold into cash, and I'm happy for him for he found something and really would like to pass it down. But it's hard to find the right youngster with the patient's or the want to learn. For we live in a very small town in Upstate NY around the middle of it close to Rochester NY and Buffalo NY in between but south called the Southern Tier area Steuben County NY. Thought I'd share since I noticed that the young man who is 15 has a passion for watches and thank you for the education and I look forward to seeing what you have to watch and tell my friend. Who knows he may already be subscribed to you, his first name is Marty. God bless you and yours.

[@kay-vo6cs]

Watch repair for dummies! I know nothing about watch repair! The way you explain everything and every step makes it easier to understand how watches work and why. Thank you so much! You are amazing!

[@johncamp7679]

I have worn a watch over 30 years, Ironman was my go to, until G Shock I have some really nice G watches. My Wife got me an iwatch for Christmas and it’s all I have worn since. I really enjoy watching these watch videos haha. I absolutely appreciate how they’re built and how they work. It’s amazing that someone figured out how to build a clock with the tools and materials of the time. Then to get it to the size that you could wear on your wrist.

[@DuncanFraser-g4d]

Absolutely fascinating! I’m not a “watch person” but found this video absolutely enthralling. Thanks for sharing

[@Brian-mp2mv]

I had never heard of "The Radium Girls" before watching this restoration... It gave me new material to learn about. Knowledge is power. Thanks for the upload. ~GenX'er from Oklahoma

[@andybyron1]

Absolutely gorgeous find. Max, wear it with pride

[@briangriffin4378]

I can't even begin to understand how you begin to remember where the parts go as you begin to reassemble it. Fascinating.

[@hmorehead]

I love seeing these watches being worked on. There is never any "added" dirt: it's all honest and the skill necessary is rare thses days, Thank you!

[@neilbarnett3046]

I just love the "pile of bits" around 12:04. I have had similar piles of bits when repairing computers, disk drives and printers, in the 1980s, when you could. Nice to see it done even in the 21st century.