My Friend Asked Me To Restore This Quirky Vintage Watch

[@tonys9413]

I stop what I’m doing when I see a new video from you Marshall. Thanks for the therapy in a world of chaos!

[@anthonystevens6346]

Amen tonys from another tonys. It's a joy to relax!

[@ScottinWV-bg2ij]

Somewhere there's a patient opened up on an operating table waiting for the surgeon to finish watching a video.

[@A120freak]

I agree. Always relaxing watching a video of this channel, after a stressful day at work

[@robot_hitcher]

Quite a few of us do

[@martineastburn3679]

Regarding screws. I've been taught to slightly turn the screw backwards and allow the screw to settle in the threads (they are aligned) and then in the normal direction gently insuring the proper mating of the two thread sets. I enjoy your show everytime.

[@toddsmith8608]

I could see him doing that in the video

[@BrettJ4]

Thank you for showing the slippage of the movement holder at around 19:10 when you said "I hate when that happens" . I always felt like I was the only one doing that from watching all of these other watch channels. The fact that you keep your slip-ups in the videos means a lot to amateur tinkerers like myself.

[@generalchaos1285]

I've been into watches for a long time, I've accrued a decent collection thus far but nothing has ever made me wanna start working on watches as much as watching your videos for the past couple days has done. A wonderful service, sir.

[@ShanghaiGoat]

I would love to do this as well, but unfortunately, it takes more delicate hands than my own, I'm just too clumsy.

[@Mtlmshr]

Because of this channel and others as well, I was able to have a great conversation with my Tax accountant about her Hamilton wrist watch (a triangle type) she was wearing and she told me how much she enjoyed the watch and also how she made sure to have it serviced and also how she actually asked to see the inside of her watch as it was being serviced, so thanks for teaching me!

[@GrumpyGrobbyGamer]

! Sorry to hear you had to move Marshall, I hope everything’s all cleaned up and comfortable in the new place

[@da___man]

Me, "Nice watch, too bad the dial is trash." Marshall, "Oooh look at that patina, what a find."

[@nogi2167]

I gotta say, this channel has single-handedly given me a true appreciation for watches. I never really thought much about them till I started seeing your videos and listening to the history. Because of you, I worked up the gumption to open the back of an old pocket watch I’d bought my wife while we were dating. Thought it was a cheap, dime store watch. Turns out it was a 1903 IWC Schaffhausen watch with a silver case. I never would have even thought to check that out before your vids. Thanks!

[@albertmeursault]

Happy to see the boss stopped in to do some QC checks 😂❤ what a great looking watch! I also loved your metaphor about Camrys and ETA, etc movements vs in-house, I so agree. Thanks for another great video, always nice to spend time with you and the community. Cheers all and wear it in good health

[@bostonrailfan2427]

that’s a great supervisor: rare appearance, but ensured Marshall did his job right🤣

[@georgegrierson]

You are right, Marshall. We don't share the same appreciation for patina. All I could think when you put it back together was, "Clean the damn dial man!"

[@firewall2302]

I'm surprised that I didn't feel that way on this one. Normally I'm in that same boat about wanting to clean them, but in this particular one that splotchy appearance just does it for me and I think looks better than what I imagine a completely clean dial would look like.

[@Doctors_TARDIS]

Yeah, I REALLY wish this dial could have been cleaned up

[@melissastevens9929]

My favorite part of this watch is the beautiful patina on the dial! It would have been a tragedy to have destroyed it by attempting to clean/restore.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

there’s times where patina isn’t patina: it’s gunk…this is one of those times. unless removing it was hurting the face, it should have been removed

[@melissastevens9929]

@@bostonrailfan2427 yeah well that's just like your opinion man! To me it is beautiful, almost psychedelic! Which is perfectly befitting of the era it is from.

[@jeff_n1535]

Hey, Marshall! Thanks, brother, this last small, ladies' watch for your friend, Alex. Yessir, it's definitely a great colour that, sort of a darkish crimson, light burgundy. The stains on the dial remind us of dried-up Coke or Pepsi splashes. A VERY amazing watch dial colour indeed!

[@jeff_n1535]

PS. The stains stay! They're part of the "decor," the appeal!

[@MattS85]

You can just imagine how pleased with himself Marshall was when he came up with that text for the thumbnail! 👏👏👏

[@life_with_bernie]

IMHO that's not patina, that's grunge. Not my style but you do you, Marshall.

[@PrometheusZandski]

Love your work, Marshall. I do disagree with calling that patina on the dial. It looks like someone spilled coffee on it, to me. I know this is a very subjective area.

[@jasonsummit1885]

I agree with you, it's not a good look to me.

[@Yaimdan]

Hmm to each their own. I think it looks beautiful.

[@PrometheusZandski]

@@Yaimdan Like Marshall, I respect your opinion.

[@andybaldman]

It isn’t something that would just wash off. It was corrosion. Trying to clean it would have made it worse.

[@PrometheusZandski]

@@andybaldman Yes, I agree. I still hate it.

[@heavensmelody3261]

I've never been one to really give watches much thought. I've only really had one and it was one that kind of went with a gift basket set of things for a birthday. But while I may never pick up the hobby, the way you talk about it and go through the process is really similar to how I feel about painting miniature figures. Like, at it's essence, it's as simple as picking up a figure you like, getting some brushes and paint and just going for it! Will anyone notice or appreciate the little details that you put into the insides of the watches you restore? Maybe not. Will people notice the itty-bitty buttons or wood grains, or the details in the scenery that I put in? Maybe not. But WE notice, and WE like the effort! Yours are definitely videos I listen to while I paint, and I enjoy the simple passion behind your craft that we share.~ ^ ^

[@nismo8319]

I clicked on this just 27min after you uploaded it. It already had over 3k views. As I write this it is nearing 4k. I like this stuff but am a little surprised to find out so many others do, too. I know so little people in my own life that have any appreciation for watches or even wear them. To me, they are like little pieces of art.

[@gbosearcher-3686]

I love your channel. My dad used to work on watches for fun. He has been gone for 20 years, but watching you reminds me of good memories.

[@user-qu8cx3tf1w]

I absolutely LOVE this channel ! You always make everything exciting and never boring, You are a TOP class teacher Sir. 👍👍

[@williampope3531]

Well, Marshall, you actually infected me. Sort of.... I have always had a soft spot for the old, antique, wood cased clocks. My 99 year old neighbor left me his old Seth Thomas "School" clock and my grandfather used to repair clocks before he passed away in 1963 and I remember pestering him to wind up some of his clocks so we could hear them chime whenever we would visit. You gave me the "push" to look into repairing those old clocks. They ARE quite similar to a watch movement, just bigger and easier for my 70 year old eyes to see the parts. I'm just a beginner, but I am enjoying the learning adventure. Like you, I also have a background in auto mechanics in my younger days. 😉

[@IanWatson]

Aw. RIP to the Magic: The Gathering mat.

[@blister762]

Your channel is one of my favorites, you have a constant variety of watch styles, small, large, pocket and all have back stories. And i used ultrasonic cleaners in my professional career making micro processors and when they became available for home use I got one to clean my airbrushes for my hobbies. Great video.

[@scottperine8027]

This was a different bird today Marshall,nice work navigating this classic watch.

[@Xaxon]

I really like this watch. I think that dial looks very cool. I love the color, and the patina adds some interesting character to it. I would definitely wear it when I was getting dressed up.

[@Subcomandante73]

I love that dial. The colour, shape and roman numerals all works so well together.

[@dialedindetail5899]

Loved the supervisor cameo!

[@billwashburn8568]

Great project and well done. I do wish you could’ve done a little on the face to improve that stain and fixed up the case a bit, gold looks really nice polished up a bit. Plus just adds to the effort you made. Love watching and listening… like therapy lol

[@xevram]

Hey, Marshal! I follow you not for a looong time, but I've seen almost all videos from one and a half year till today. So I think that people who make videos so satisfying, with so much cool information and passion with what you're doing on the video should receive every positive comment possible to motivate you, so you can keep making a lot more. PLS NEVER STOP (just a selfish wish hahhaha). And, last, but not least, man, congratz for the awesome videos. Good vibrations from Brazil :)

[@sassypuppy2937]

I got worried when the Supervisor showed up for a surprise inspection, but then was relieved when you passed (of course). 🤣 😂 ❤🎉

[@CarnivoreCurin]

We loved the dog showing up on the job.

[@Schlammalammadingdong]

I have always loved what you do. And I love seeing new videos from you. It makes my day a whole lot better! Thank you Marshall !!! 🤙

[@djd8305]

Man you are such a gear freak: the circular plastic you're using to remove hands is new I think. And the wood tipped tweezers. I love it.

[@QMac-i6h]

Nice movement, nice color dial, I like patina but not on that watch. Thanx Marshall👍🏻

[@jayborchardt4742]

I have a lost parts story. I was just getting into watchmaking, im still there, honestly! I was practicing on a Weslock, and a minute hand left me when i laughed in triumph, because i did the first step. sorry for bad spelling just trying to get this out. So, 1 year later, i found it on the floor, and i was like, how?!

[@Trapper50cal]

Marshall, I'm sure you'll be hitting 1M subscribers very soon. Congrats on your continued success.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

your supervisor is a good supervisor: no complaints, leaves you to do your work, only pops in to ensure that you’re working hard 🤣

[@GalorOffroad]

I think they nailed this one ! Each time they are being closer and closer to Baltany level 👏

[@256087]

Thank you very much for sharing. Yema is still alive, they produce very nice toolwatches with manufacture movements in collaboration with Olivier Mory.

[@nickhull83]

That’s for sharing Marshall! ❤

[@kevinorr6880]

I know you p, ug your tools kits every video. I actually appreciate that. There are a LOT of crap tools ‘out there’. I appreciate that you have helped get through the trash.

[@marquisdaily7715]

Very lovely, thanks! I love Yema as a brand, their latest watches are 👌

[@Penultimate_P]

that jewel 'flip' @34:13 was so impressive!!

[@AndreiKucharavy]

0:20: "Cabochon-style crown": This is a gold watch. All craftsmanship is of the highest quality. It is encrusted with a square-cut large quartz and encircled with bands of gold. The watch face is a masterfully crafted purple dial, and the crown is a cushion-cut amethyst cabochon. This object menaces with spikes of gold and cabochon crown.

[@randycrager4074]

Thanks once again Marshal, great video!

[@samnova450]

Great job on the watch, always great seeing you serving different types of watches.

[@kevinorr6880]

I have my eyes on a modern Yema. They are really a quality watch and they are in the upper end of MY budget.

[@sabianbarboza1155]

Not sure if you're aware or if someone else has mentioned it, but Oris has been uploading videos of them professionally restoring some of their old watches on their channel for about a year now. It's interesting to see how big companies do the same things, even using the same tools as you. That said, they do use other techniques and equipment. You probably wouldn't like their methods though as the try and make the watch look as new as possible, even going as far as replacing hands, dials and cases with brand new parts.

[@mjkarwath1]

Goodness... that is SO sweet !

[@timblack6422]

Beautiful job and watch!

[@danielday7033]

Nicely done. This is always therapeutic to me.

[@JSMCPN]

Indeed, that dial is gorgeous. Practically a color I've never seen before, especially not on a watch!

[@rondickson1491]

What a beautiful little watch. Love the color of that dial! Best wishes from Virginia!

[@bixby9797]

as you point out, when you start on a hobby you buy all kinds of stuff and throw most of it in the garbage. Having a channel like this where there is a decent list of things you need will save a ton of money

[@MorellioBenoir]

Incredible watch, thank you for showing it to us!

[@topangacailah]

Can’t beat gold polished Roman numerals that sparkle like jewels in the sunlight. Loving the sun ray dial man that pops! AMZWATCH watches. What a beautiful subtle piece.

[@tooslow8150]

I really like the way this one came out. I like the dial.

[@user-es4tz5xo3w]

Been viewing your videos for awhile now, and starting to get the bug to open some watches. I love the idea of saving something from history that might otherwise be lost. What are the stories they have to tell. In several of your videos you aquire donor movements from eBay, wonder where you learn what movements are what and how to find parts? Would you consider doing a tutorial about identification, referance materials, and searching for parts? Just an idea. Love your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@TW-uj4wz]

I like your videos. Not really into ASMR, but your diction is quite relaxing. One video you spent some time tuning. I think possibly a neat idea would be sister videos of the tuning, separate from the restoration. Maybe not, but thought I'd mention, it strikes me every once in a while.

[@Yaimdan]

That dial is insane!!

[@raduk1]

long time viewer . I had tinker with watches before and though that I was a watchmaker "! .... until I discover your channel ... mine is just a hobby ! .. Is a pleasure see you work ... and I like to see you restore and vintage once .. to new ! ... Dial and all . oh .. and I heard in one of your videos that you don't restore enamel dials nor know who does it .. well . in my incursions in try to get back to life an old 50mm 24 h Girard Perregaux I found a company in UK that does that service ... if you are interested , reply and I will look for it again . By the way ... I never put together the guts to work on that beauty . Tip of the hat at you , Sir .

[@amphibiousone7972]

That is a cool Dress Watch. I like the dial too. Good Stuff Marshall🫡

[@chrisdavidson9431]

Another great video Marshall, thanks for your time and patience for uploading and sharing - really appreciated 👍 Keep them coming.

[@CodesmithEvanion]

I learned a trick from another yt watch restorer to seat the pivots in the bridge. Tap the side of the movement holder, the vibrations will cause the pivots to move in to place.

[@Sk8-OR-DIE]

Chill-n out to another relaxing video ❤⌚️⏱️😌

[@ahernplays2239]

Oh hey the spring bars on the straps are something I've only seen once before on a watch I recently bought. They are super convenient since if I want to take the straps off and clean the case off to get sawdust and such off I don't need to fight with them.

[@davidaeldon1214]

Marshall.........I have an atomic clock that needs servicing. Do you have a full anti- radiation suit in your toolkit?

[@kimvc9958]

😂

[@redknights2007]

Gotta work, but here for the like and comment. That youtube algorithm. Be back in 10 hours for my watch. Can't wait.

[@MattyMeCubic]

Love all of your videos, happy that this dropped today!

[@ericdoe2318]

12:05 dude I saw one of these cleaners at a flea market in SW MO just the other day… it was rough shape, unrestored, mostly there but the glass was not broken! Made me think of you

[@MatthewGraus]

The cutest supervisor I’ve ever seen.

[@gerrittklashorst7306]

Your talk about brands switching to mostly in house made movements reminded me of the saying, just because you can doesn't mean you should because just because they can make movements in house doesnt mean they are good movements. The reason certain brands still exist is because they specialize in making near perfect movements for others to make beautiful watches.

[@bigpoppa611]

another awesome video. Glad you passed inspection

[@solarbirdyz]

For me, the patina _makes_ this watch face. It turns a nice enough but otherwise fairly ordinary - even bland, other than the etching - colour face and adds an artistic marbling to it that does a little bit yes invoke the 1990s, but in a way that I think really works for it. It looks intentional. Very nice.

[@karlwilhelm5893]

Marshall, always love your videos! I looked at a Yema site and while they have some inexpensive ($369) pieces, many are in the thousands range! Maybe they were priced lower in the 70s!

[@MNewton]

I feel like there is a difference between patina and a bunch of schmutz on the dial but I do think your general handling of such things as light touch at most is usually correct.

[@RJTC]

New video! Always a pleasant surprise!

[@Diabolical_Prankster]

When using the cleaner, you have a beautiful tea light table lamp. Just wondering if you can shed some light on where that came from? Just as stunning as the watches!

[@19karpatil90]

i got really upset today and did not even know I needed something soothing, than i found this video. Thanks Marshal, interesting as ever, keep it up. :)

[@donaldevans5752]

Great video Marshall .

[@cdanek]

Haven't played MTG or listened to LRR in a few years, recently got into watches. Imagine my surprise, hearing an instantly familiar voice! Love the channel, the videos. Subscribed and Patreon'd - keep up the great content work.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

he’s actually involved in MTG beyond being a fan?

[@federicoprice2687]

Watch out!! Marshall's back! 😊

[@weirdsideeffect]

Great video as usual. Idea: Could you do a wristwatch check when you start your videos? I'm always trying to figure out what you're wearing. I can usually get it, but not always.

[@infxmhc]

When you're unwinding the main spring I have thought before that "what if he hits the screws on the table?" 😅

[@Bfg-yi2id]

I see a new wristwatch revival video I click, it’s that simple!

[@louisianagirl1778]

I love watches! I would love to have this as a hobby but, unfortunately I have a hereditary eye disease and am losing my vision. There is no way I can see well enough to do what you do. I do enjoy watching you do what I can’t.

[@321-Gone]

21:36 - I find a silicone tipped stick is perfect for this. It keeps the perfect amount of down pressure and stays put while you focus on aligning the pivots with your other hand.

[@keithschwartz7318]

Nice video, cool watch, thanks for the post.

[@thegoodlookinorange1986]

Two vids so close together I must have missed my birthday or something. 🤙👍❤️

[@Biaanca5036]

I love that the bloodstained look just fits so well with the rectangular design! It's like something a vampire would wear. Vampire watch!

[@gingivitis9148]

I love how you've upgraded your plastic bag to remove the hands

[@markwilliams1802]

I am a big fan of your podcast. Have been watching it for years. I have a tissot granite watch that I bought in 1988 while living in Switzerland. It stopped working 30 years ago. If you're interested I will gladly send you the watch for free so as to do a video of restoring it in the future. Love to here from you.

[@an0gr0br]

4:05 - this is the origin of one of my current favorite brands, Tudor! Rolex designed and manufactured cases with ETA movements

[@TheSonshade]

Hot summer for doggo. Chee😂 for another great vid

[@shari5982]

What a beautiful little watch!

[@FfortheT]

What a wonderful dial! And a great video 😊

[@clarencewiles963]

Ok you said it. Your new logo is “Born to Fly” (with a picture of the spring) have a great day!😊

[@SneaktheWolf]

My grampy would have loved this hobby. He was 100% autistic and he could take apart and reassemble items without instructions, using only his mind. One of his greatest works was a DeHaviland Vampire that he took apart with a blueprint in German. Had he never got Alzheimers. He would have loved this hobby.

[@LuisCypher4666]

Really cool watch!

[@doug2078]

Nice job Marshall !!

[@xboxbml]

Was wondering when we'd be seeing you again...good stuff!

[@mindeloman]

I had a Gibson Les Paul the exact same color as that dial, along with gold hardware. It was a really pretty guitar. Definitely a late 80s color scheme on that guitar. That hue of pink works well with gold.

[@elenasimon1270]

Can’t imagine a color that doesn’t work well with gold. LOL.