Omega Seamaster Automatic From the 50's With a Killer Dial Vintage Watch Restoration

[@sueg2658]

Marshall’s channel is clearly the Gold Standard of watch making, filming, narration and educating in my opinion.

[@MarkGesswein]

The fact that Marshall refers to himself as a 'hobbiest' watch guy blows my mind. I know industry professionals who aren't this meticulous and exacting.

[@thedamnedalpaca8159]

The voiceover, the camera angles, the way we can see everything you're doing at the most zoomed level with your hands literally somehow never being in the way. This is next level content. I feel like the care put into production alone is incredible. You should go to tech KZbinrs and teach them to set their studio up for when they're assembling/deconstructing tech. As someone who watches tech content like that with double digit million subscribers, this blows their balls clean out of the water

[@Rod_Knee]

Underrated comment.

[@MrKillerno1]

So true what you write, I watch some de-bunkers like Sci Man Dan and the Creaky Blinder, and they debunk video's of people who are very much worth debunking, but they almost all use equipment from the 1800's, looks like. Marshall uses very nice equipment and is never boring to watch.

[@dba_winchester7670]

Incredibly true, this man is a gift to the community

[@francescarroll8977]

Dude refers to himself as a ‘hobbyist’! 830k watching dude hobby

[@RichardHolbrook-dz5dz]

After 45 years in a high stress job as a Police Officer the Doctor said I needed to unwind. He was right. The compilation of these videos, the walk through to the finished product and Marshall's calm narrative unwind me to a great extent. That combined with videos from Curtis from Cutting Edge Engineering in Australia make me wish I had chosen a trade when I left school. Still I did what I did with no regret but admire those whose hands and accumulated knowledge have turned them into masters of their trade.

[@lauravastag8587]

Don’t underestimate urself. U have mastered a profession that few dare to try. But many, too many want to critique. Ur a hero in a thankless profession & I wish u peace & happiness that ur seeking 💙🌎 thx u for just being u

[@timothyjones1577]

Marshall: I just found your channel in the past week. Really find your explanation and camera detail very educational. My father had his uncle's Omega self winding watch after his passing in1960. It was a thinner body, gold case and I believe a sweep second hand. We had a an excellent jeweler in Shrewsbury that also did watch & clock repair for the Smithsonian.( We live 90 minutes from DC). This jeweler cleaned and repaired the self winding mechanism. He described that someone previously had done a poor job of soldering the weight. This was about 20 years ago and I paid him $50 for the repair. He placed value of the watch at about $400. Within 10 years my father began his descent into Alzheimer's Disease and became increasingly concerned about financials. He took this watch to some guy who set up a tent at a local mall and sold it to him for $50. Unfortunately, I learned of this months later. I do however, still have a rectangular case Hamilton watch still in my custody. I believe this is also a gold case and of 1940's vintage. I would be happy to send you photos of it. Thank you again for your great videos.

[@johnj.baranski6553]

Where is Shrewsbury?

[@ryanhearon]

What a story, Mark!

[@esteban8840]

When the dial turns into a creamy/gold colour, it means that the watch was exposed to sunlight or harsh lights for a long time, it’s the lacquer over the paint that turns this colour from transparent, looks beautiful in my opinion

[@snakestrecher]

I repair guitars and in guitar land lacquer can also be dramatically impacted by tobacco smoke as well as the UV that you mentioned. Very cool!

[@snikrdoodls14]

@@snakestrecher Very true! Nowadays with the advancements in chemistry, we now have synthetic lacquers that will not discolour for centuries. You see it all the time in old paintings and the like, due to the natural materials used.

[@donnyboon2896]

Patina = rust/corrosion

[@roguegorilla8981]

@@donnyboon2896 it just doesn’t only mean that but nice try there.

[@marcuschauvin7039]

Color does not have a U in it.

[@davidinghram2494]

I cannot tell you how much enjoyment this video gave me. I wear this same watch every day, and am extremely proud of it. It does not have any discoloration and is still in beautiful condition. It does not keep perfect time any more, I think it gains about 10-12 seconds a day. I have had this watch for about 45 years, having bought it at a garage sale in an alley for 1 dollar. When I take it off at night, I lay it on it`s side instead of the back and it never stops running. The original band was gone when I got it, so it has a black and stainless military style nylon band on it. As you can tell, I absolutely love this old watch, and when the time comes, it and I will stay together forever.

[@caitchri2426]

It is haunting, and also beautiful to think that something you love will outlive you, and someone else will get the opportunity to love it as much as you did…

[@dwightvoeks9970]

Nicely done. Now the nerd in me is going to have to research how they made screws so small. I love manufacturing techniques and they are often simpler than imagined

[@Patrick_B687-3]

I’ll tell you, it’s fascinating to just imagine how they can.

[@siennaharding7025]

they are polite and nice i always come back to buy more stuff from them

[@katiebarber407]

I was just sitting here in all of the fact that these devices were created in a time without computers. if you happen to find a video pertaining to the manufacturer of the parts of these devices please link it

[@dr.s.p.]

The brown strap, in my personal view, was the final touch to what turned out to be a stunning looking watch and so very well presented once again. Your photography and shot angles excels above most of all the other watch repair presentations I have seen. You have a gifted knack, not only for this hobby, but as a superb presenter too. I’m 73 and you’ve got me already looking into some of my old watches I had laying around and seeing what I can do, without too much coffee (edit, no coffee) in starting off. I’ve found a comfortable seat and a good light, with many hues, are a “must”, especially the seat, as my backside was numb with my old office chair.

[@Tser]

Since I started watching your videos I have a greater appreciation of what goes into engineering watches. Human ingenuity is amazing. I especially love seeing the oldest pocket watches.

[@epiklorenzo]

I discovered this channel yesterday and already watched 5 videos without skipping a second. Amazing how you are so good and passionate about your hobby! Videos are very high quality. One of my favourite channels already.

[@josephkratz551]

Great work as always! You are right about the case not being plated. A "Fond Acier" or "Fond Acier Inoxydable" stamp inside the case back means that its solid stainless steel. Also a tip from someone who's learned the hard way, go easy on the the light grease! Over time the excess grease (especially from the keyless work) will migrate through the movement, and stain the plates and bridges. It will also find its way to the dial and destroy it! A good rule of thumb is if you can see the grease without magnification its too much. That said, keep up the great content! I know it puts a smile on my face to see watchmaking being represented on KZbin!

[@williamfoote2888]

You were talking about a laser or torch to add material, but, based on Joseph’s account that it’s stainless, you can send it to a plater to be electro polished. It could also be used to polish out the marks inside the case. It’d be a showpiece.

[@ezekiel8630]

It's amazing to me how you are able to keep track of all those tiny screws and their homes. Thank you for all of the quality content from your neighbor to the north (Everett).

[@brennerheavy]

It's exciting to see you do more and more repair-work, Marshall. Your skill set is growing rapidly, keep up the good work.

[@malcolmgeffon8072]

I will NEVER try to repair a watch but I found this video fascinating. I so enjoy watching a craftsman at work.

[@RAND0MHERO]

I’ve only recently discovered your channel but I really love your content. Especially the part where you freely express that you’re learning with this piece and you don’t really know what’s next. It’s great to hear from people like you that the learning curve continues, always.

[@mustardmikey]

Was having a pretty horrible week at work, this video has 100% revived me, thank you Marshall! Also great camera work as always

[@WristwatchRevival]

I'm glad to hear that :)

[@Zaque-TV]

Yeah this shit is so relaxing and centers me away from the ridiculous depressed anxious thoughts in my head.

[@AnthonySmith-sc4zs]

Yeah it’s so therapeutic to watch his videos. I swear one of these years I’m going to attempt to take apart a cheap miyota movement and put it back together.

[@marcomarco8372]

@@WristwatchRevival hiii i love your video i have 2 silver remontoir watches 100 years old i need to restore how i can contact you thank you best wishes

[@x_mutant7219]

@@WristwatchRevival I've a omega seamaster with gold Dial which I want to be restored. Will you do it?

[@henkdouma8448]

Two things I really like when Marshal's putting the watch together again: 1. his enthousiasm when putting the main spring back with the special tool. 2. the moment the balance starts again for the first time; it just reminds me of Dr. Frankensteyn madly shouting out "IT'S ALIVE!" ;).

[@Quickened1]

It reminds me of a football announcer yelling, "TOUCHDOWN"... :)

[@henkdouma8448]

@@Quickened1 Unfortunately not my cup of tea (from Europe so not really into watching too much 'eggball' ;). But I get your drift.

[@Quickened1]

@@henkdouma8448 I've watched one football (eggball) game in the last 30 years, used to watch them in the 1970's... but it still reminds me of when the announcer used to yell touchdown during an exciting game... Funny thing for a tiny watch...

[@stephenhenion8304]

Oh yeah!!

[@jshwrig1]

Never thought about watches a day in my life until I came across these video. Love his approach to enjoying and teaching about how wonderfully mechanical and engineered these pieces are. If you were local and offered classes on hobby watch maintenance I’d sign up in a second. Add it to my 50 other hobbies I have projects started but not finished.

[@WarlockTheWeary]

*Amazing how you are able to keep track of all those tiny screws and what goes where !* I wish you would do a video on this !

[@OgeyTheTerrible]

I'm not a watchmaker by any means, but I think this skill is a combination of depth perception and object permanence, and it permeates every industry. I do something similar when working on my motorcycle, all the nuts, bolts, and whatnot go in the same box unless there's something delicate, then you just kind of know based on a particular part's size and purpose and it just kinda makes sense where things go after you've worked on it for long enough.

[@MickLoud999]

I think he records everything. Especially with watches he's unfamiliar with. It would be best to keep the parts in an orderly fashion. Whatever way is best for you to remember. Then replay the clip in reverse in order to re-assemble. done

[@joblessalex]

All the parts look almost the same in every movement. After watching half of his videos, I can tell what's what and where 80% of stuff goes. I'm sure it's an acquired skill and wouldn't be too terribly hard with light organization and a full video to watch back to know where stuff goes if you screw up. Plus, most things only fit in one spot and most screws won't go all the way in or will be too short/wrong threads for the wrong hole. All the jewels are press fit minus the shock set ones, so they don't move, pivots are pressed in, they don't change.... Keyless works stuff is pretty unique and only fits one way. It's probably easier than it looks.

[@jw11432]

@@joblessalex As an amateur who has only fixed one pocket watch so far, I'd say you're pretty spot on. I'm not sure if the screws vary that much with their threads, but through the process of elimination, I imagine it's a very manageable task, especially with video to reference and magnification to really spot differences and what may not "look right", particularly when it would otherwise be unnoticeable to the naked eye.

[@joblessalex]

@@jw11432 Just gave it a go last night and broke a screw off. I'm out. Lol. Waaay harder than it looks.

[@solitudessilentgroove]

These videos are hypnotic. The end when it's all back together is so satisfying.

[@codykelton1384]

I have to admit, at the beginning I was saying that the dial needed restored as well, but after the end I could see what you were trying to do the entire time. That's why you're the man

[@lonewulf0328]

That is a gorgeous looking movement. That was only $350?! I also love the style of screws they used in this. It looks very modern machined style, which is impressive considering this is ~ 70 years old.

[@J.DeLaPoer]

Re: your barrel side shake issue, this is why I love when they jewel the barrel. Same thing goes for the rotor post (which Omega did on this one!), since "rotor wobble" where a worn rotor will wobble around and scrape against the caseback and movement as it spins is the No. 1 serious wear issue I see on vintage watches. Older ETAs are particularly prone to it but it's common on almost everything with a plain metal rotor bearing... And I *hate* having to fix any sort of enlarged hole. As an aside, bumpers are actually much more efficient than circular rotors, but more expensive to make and need more upkeep, that's why they got phased out. I love them myself; for you can feel the weight swinging back and forth slightly on the wrist as another reminder I'm wearing a tiny precision machine.

[@alimuh007]

One of the main aspects of you videos that I absolutely love, is that you explain the whole process each and every time. It's helpful to follow along during different watches.

[@colinjames7569]

I can appreciate the focus on the fine inter working relationship of human dexterity to transform something out of nothing.. it’s very soothing to watch . Assembly, disassembly and then finally reassembled. Sort of asmr

[@devoregroup]

I’ve learned so much, and I’m getting very close to ordering a parts kit to assemble my own custom piece very soon. I enjoy your work and your content! Your voice over is so methodical and calming that I find myself watching your playlist at night to fall asleep. Keep up the good work!

[@BrodyLodmell]

The thing that I have noticed about watching your content for years is that you really know how to tell a story. The care that you put into turning a series of magic games into a _story_ with characters is really shown off here too. I find your broadcasting work really impressive and I try to emulate you in those types of endeavors. I don't wear a watch because I have sensory issues, but this channel is till fascinating because of the energy and story you bring to each watch. :)

[@WristwatchRevival]

Thanks Brody, I really appreciate you saying that!

[@flappingarms9335]

Strayed across your channel recently by chance…….absolutely fascinating watching you repair such beautiful pieces of engineering 👍

[@Andreas1716]

Thank you for sharing your passion! And yes, you got me into it - I am starting slowly. Just bought a broken vintage watch off ebay recently. And just because of the description in the auction describing what works and what not, I was able to guess that it might have a problem with the mainspring - all thanks to your videos and explanations. I got it disassembled (without breaking anything, whew!) and guess what: it turned out that the mainspring was actually broken! So satisfying! And that is thanks to your videos. Also, one part of the mainspring flew away on me, as well as one gear of the keyless works (found it right away thankfully!). Makes me appreciate your work even more :D. Now I am at the stage of getting everything for the cleaning (attempting to improvise a cleaning machine, we will see how that goes) and the lubrication. Already got a new mainspring which came yesterday. Thanks again for inspiring me to invest some time (and money :D) into this hobby. I got one question, if I may do so: what is the blue heavy duty grease, which one do you use? (like on the stem) Thanks again and please keep sharing your watch repairs with us.

[@philipbrailey]

I have my great grandfather’s watch. It’s 180 years old. One hand is missing and it looks grubby at the same time it’s a beautiful watch. I want to learn a lot before I touch it. Thanks for getting me hooked on your videos Marshall.

[@tonybino01]

You, Sir, is the "Bob Ross" of watch repair.

[@OpiumSmoke8971]

It's really nice when a 50+ year old watch/timepiece can relax and unwind. 😌

[@n4ch7m4hr4]

I am a philatelist, and I think that attention to detail and constant learning are common bases in both of our passionate hobbies. Anyway, your videos are interesting and relaxing: I think the part of a watch I prefer is the oscillating balance. Also, I wish for a Raketa now. Thank you, Sir, for sharing.

[@MWDrone]

I can't help but to be captivated by ur videos on watches..I too love watches but not enough to work on them in this fashion..just blows my mind how intricate they are.

[@TC-bj8pu]

Absolutely love your videos!!! Restoring my dad’s watch at Omega in Switzerland. His dial looked like this one. I hope I can catch it in time to keep it like yours in the video. Besides that keeps it as the exact same face he looked at everyday for almost 60 years! Thank you for the idea and video!

[@bobdavis5216]

Personally, I would have cleaned the dial, but it’s again it’s my personal opinion. Absolutely am inspired by your enthusiasm, to say nothing about your teaching style. Glad that people have different tastes in things, makes the world much more enjoyable. Let our differences bring us together, not split us into me versus you .

[@bwuest]

I've watched almost all of your videos and the watch in this one is definitely one of my favorites. I also love it when you try things you've never tried before. Well done!

[@fillemptytummy]

This is my first of his videos but I know I'll be watching many more. Amazing little machines and skills to be able to fix them.

[@alanmckinnon6791]

Hi Marshall, those 50s bumpers are quite something, great job at getting this one going. I really like vintage watches but patina isn't my thing because it's a dial, not brass/bronze. But to each his own, plenty people do like patina and the video was very enjoyable. Keep it up!

[@LandonBrainard]

I think my primary concern would be that whatever is causing the patina may particulate and gum up the movement earlier than it would have otherwise. I do think it looks neat though

[@thezeek2745]

@@LandonBrainard it’s most likely sunlight

[@LandonBrainard]

@@thezeek2745 what is the sunlight?

[@timalliston3941]

I like watching you fix watches it relaxes me

[@redabdab]

I didn’t know the first thing about watches before I started watching your channel, but your videos are just endlessly fascinating and I’m gradually becoming an expert! You have an excellent and engaging style of presentation. Hats off to you!

[@chirsch9895]

The contrast of the refreshed case with the dial looks amazing. Great choice marshal thanks for the awesome video as always.

[@Dwarfracer88]

Marshall, love the videos. My sons name is Marshall as well. The tan colored band looks best in my opinion. As a hobby machinist, whenever you are using abrasives use them somewhere other than where you are doing your assembly. The garnet or aluminum oxide from the sandpaper or emery boards gets everywhere and is impossible to completely clean up. My precision grinding machine is in another building from my machining space just to mitigate contamination. I am thinking of getting a dedicated lathe just for tool post grinding so I have no reason to have abrasives anywhere near my precision machines or parts.

[@dogone7262]

Got your card and sticker. Even though I knew I "might get them", I was really surprised in a very good way. Just amazing. It made me feel better than during the entire Christmas with the same concept every year. I know I'm low level patron, but I say: "Lets begin on a level we both can control, and lets see where the future takes us.". I like your work, but it feels I'm five years behind. Your way of wording and explaining is perfect for a guy like me.

[@timgarner]

Thanks for sharing! really enjoy watching. I am a retired mechanic and worked on just about everything but watches. It is really neat that you can repair as you go and learn too!

[@druno82]

My favorite aspect of your videos is you enjoy this hobby. Your enthusiasm comes through in every video, and it's refreshing

[@lunakoala5053]

it's really contagious. Sadly I know I wouldn't have the patience for this hobby.

[@michaelrussell7296]

Your amazing in restoring watches. I am amazed at the engineering involved in watches. Your right it is amazing how they can make screws that small. I wonder if they have some special way of assembling them at the factory getting all the gears to line up. Looking forward to the next video, leaving the patina alone was a good choice. Looks cool.

[@beetlebayley5237]

YOU'RE =YOU ARE!!! YOUR = BELONGS TO YOU... You're welcome.

[@xtremehackeroficial3873]

@@beetlebayley5237 ok ...

[@rachidvanheyningen]

MARSHALL IS THE BOB ROSS OF WATCHES... thát's why I've seen every second of every minute xD !

[@jaredtrp]

Just an idea, but I would love to see a before/after of your restorations. When you mentioned how you could tell how much better the balance wheel was running, it would be AWESOME to see the difference side-by-side, amongst other comparisons. Would really take your content to the next level. EDIT: You NAILED it with that light brown leather strap. It's like you could hear me from across the internet.

[@WristwatchRevival]

I've always had a hard time figuring out how to integrate before/after without kind of messing up the flow of the video. But I'll work on it, I like your ideas.

[@jaredtrp]

@@WristwatchRevival Even if you didn't implement this, you're still the best watch restoration channel on KZbin, without a doubt. So glad I found your channel!

[@cwalker7]

@@WristwatchRevival put it in at the end of the video then. Call it "bonus clips" or something.

[@CameronBuchan]

I think having the comparison is a great idea. Also gives the people, like me!, a chance to see what the less experienced eye can't initially. I think having a literally side by side shot as you're talking about the difference wouldn't mess up the flow at all. Of course, up to you with your vids. Keep up the great work!

[@seitenryu6844]

@@WristwatchRevival when you have a few cuts for display at the end, you could add in a split view showing timing then looks. Maybe if one is running erratically, record the movement with the case open, before and after.

[@Blue_3rd]

Another terrific job! Thanks for the video. My late father in law had a 1950s Omega which suffered sea water damage. It was left un repaired for around 50 years, until we decided to try to restore it. Sadly, the movement was just too rusty to repair but our local watch maker sourced a duplicate movement and put that in. We decided not to clean the dial, to avoid ruining it and to remind us of its past. It has the very same look as the dial in this video. It is now sitting in pride of place in my wife’s watch case, with many years of enjoyment ahead.

[@JHB141]

As other youtubers have inspired you, so you have me. I never realized how much I was a watch geek unti I stumbled across your channel. I realized when I watched your videos non-stop beginning to end that I was on to something. Slowly building up my skills as you have. Keep up the great work!!!

[@lordknightalex]

The way the automatic winding works on this one reminds me a bit of a clock pendulum, very clever design! Always happy to see a new video :) Edit: took a detour to actually learn how pendulums in clocks work, not quite comparable to the winding here but hey i got to learn something

[@ygrbooks]

Great video, the highlight of which is your enthusiasm for the dial: There are so many people out there who do not cherish patina (and then buy "shabby chic" to have something look old in their environment). Recently I was even advised to seek therapy because I criticized a fellow KZbinr (Chip Channel Restorations) for destroying all the beautiful patina on his tin toys in his search for dead perfection. Your video has given me the feeling of not being alone and not being in need of therapy - thank you so much. P.S. In my infinite "wisdom", I always thought the separate seconds dial was an added complication. Far from it: a center seconds hand is much more difficult to integrate, which is why a lot of older watches - pocket watches in particular - do not have a center seconds hand.

[@dennisp.2147]

There's a difference between patina and corrosion...

[@ygrbooks]

@@dennisp.2147 I see your point, but there are many objects - in arts or architecture for example - that are deliberately covered in rust. Just check Richard Serra. Also, you can stabilize corrosion.

[@dennisp.2147]

@@ygrbooks You can't stabilize corrosion. It's an ongoing chemical process that will eventually result in the object turning into a pile of iron oxides. Also, are you suggesting that mass-market toys, produced literally in the millions are objet d'art?

[@ygrbooks]

@@dennisp.2147 I have a very rusty coffee table on my balcony and several people have wanted to buy it from me for outrageous sums of money, while others have suggested that a coat of wax or oil would at least slow down the corrosion process. You are probably right, though, in that corrosion cannot be halted altogether. And yes, some mass-market toys have come to be looked at as art or at least very collectable objects that you exhibit behind glass.

[@Smokayfood]

Ok, I've been watching basically all your videos in the past few weeks and I love it! You're doing a great job at showing everything and explaining it and I love how you know what you know and you're not trying to bullshit yourself or your viewer. I really want to get myself a watch soon, but can't afford one right now (and can't afford a new hobby either 😂) but your videos make me even more excited for when I'm able to get one 🙏🏻

[@billmason2785]

Restoring beauty with genius.....I love your explanation... cadence.... clarity..... and pace...You have a perfect voice 👍

[@Zakaius]

I am a mechanic. Anything bolted up or screwed in place & moving in tight tolerances fascinates me. But a wrist watch mechanical movement mechanism just blow my Mind. Really enjoyed every episode.

[@CarlGorn]

Tiny Screws Way Back When: Extruding the rods for the screws, cutting them to length, and heat-stamping one end into a head would be no big deal as far back as the 1860's. Putting the threads on would be done with a die setup. The matching holes would be threaded with a matching tap. You can get manual tap & die sets today, though getting them in jeweler's sizes gets tricky. Thankfully, the advent of tungsten carbide makes them much sturdier and lighter than they used to be.

[@renthecollector]

I recently discovered your channel and instantly love all your videos you make. You’re an inspiration and I’m hoping to get into watch repairs myself. Would you say it’s a “hard” and “expensive” hobby to get into? It sounds really fun to get a broken/not working vintage watch and repairing it! Thanks for your videos!

[@janosbenye7684]

you videos are so good and so relaxing. It feels like I am participating in the restoration with you :) Merry christmas!

[@kristofferh2312]

Brilliant narration as usual! I watch you videos to wind down, and I must say it is pure bliss to watch you narrate while performing mechanical art🙏🏻

[@changabriela3412]

Very enjoyable to see you restore watches. It's nice for you to call it a "journey" and not some people who like to think "I can do it all". Very happy to do this journey with you.

[@antico1986]

you're like a youtube nirvana, I got a kink for restoration videos, and gotten into wristwatches, you're like a love child of my two main interests, I've binge watched like half of your channel (there's way too much to go over it in 1 sitting) and I'm looking forward to anything new coming, I genuinely wish I could have your knowledge and tools to conduct maintenance on my own watches, know that you made 1 guy on the other side of the globe the happiest person alive, stay awesome ! :)

[@WristwatchRevival]

Thanks for saying so, means a lot and makes me happy!

[@Astr0physics101]

Greetings Marshall, and Happy holidays to you. I have an old Hempden Watch Co. Gen'l Stark pocket watch, based on the research I have done from the SN on the movement I have found out it is from 1902, and worth around 110-160. I have no use for this watch, and after finding out it would cost around 150 to get is serviced, I don't really have an interest in keeping it. However, I would love to see a video of the service and see it back in good working condition. If you are interested, I would love to send it to you to keep and revive. Currently it intermittently will start working, so I am guessing all it needs is a good clean and service to return it to working conidiation. Feel free to reach out and let me know the best way to get in contact with you and send it your way. I love your videos, they actually gave me the courage to find out more about this watch that I have. Keep up the awesome content and great work :)

[@jprichard]

Another great job of reanimating a gorgeous vintage watch. Not at all a fan of the dial "patina" (re: "crud") being left alone, but I know dial restoration can be tricky. Besides, to each his own!

[@philtowle4683]

It could always be cleaned up later. It could never be put back.

[@JohnyComeLately]

watching the back catalogue of your videos in no particular order, it is fun to see your first time doing something after already seeing you do it confidentially in a more recent video.

[@bostonrailfan2427]

“if it’s crazy but it works, then it isn’t crazy” nicely done improvising a tool from existing tools and working it up to where you needed it to be. it’s easier to “remove” material than it is to add, you “removed” it perfectly and even top pros would be proud of your work

[@J.DeLaPoer]

Omega used a natural, vegetable-based lacquer on most of their dials well into the 1960s. This likely never got wet; dials with this era of lacquer are extremely prone to this particular type of golden brown mottled patina just from natural aging. It can be accelerated by humidity and rapid temperature changes though, once it gets started. By the way that's not the original crown (Omega always used signed crowns during this era, and it's too thin besides). The original bezel would've been plain smooth steel -- Omega didn't really ever do white gold or chrome plating or anything; so if it looks like steel that's what it is. Incidentally, their gold cases are usually "gold capped" which was a solid gold bezel, usually 14k, with extremely thick 60 to 80 micron gold fill over the lugs and crown. For Constellations the observatory medallion and often the hands and dial indices were also solid gold; as was the balance wheel and its weights for most of the COSC-rated movements up to the 1050 series. Omega used such thick gold fill it will last more or less forever... A far cry from the 2 to 5 micron thickness standard of modern gold plating, and most "fashion" watches that look plated are actually "gold tone" which contains no gold whatsoever.

[@codeblueize]

No offense but I like Marshals approach to teaching far more than yours.

[@J.DeLaPoer]

@@codeblueize That's cool, and that's why I don't run a channel or do watchmaking on video here. That said, I'm just trying to condense a pile of Omega facts/info/trivia into a youtube comment as clear & concise as possible. It's not meant to be a professional lecture and given the limitations here, I'm not sure what else I can do with it.

[@wingnut3704]

I found your videos tonight by chance and thoroughly enjoyed watching the entire Omega Seamaster Automatic restoration. I have a virtually identical watch from the same era that was given to me over 50 years ago and it’s “not running well” either, though it is intact and will run some. It hasn’t been worn for at least 45 years, or serviced in as long as I’ve had it. Would you consider giving it the same restoration treatment for me?

[@keganpankratz1766]

Hi Marshall, thank you for all the wonderful videos. I've recently started to really enjoy automatic watches. While I have started to grow my collection, I stumbled upon your channel and was amazed to see that it was possible, with the help of your videos, to do maintenance on a watch. I went then incredibly cheap route and purchased some tools from Harbor Freight. (I was surprised they had watchmaking tools) I bought a cheap $8 broken watch off Ebay. That way I didn't feel too hurt if I broke it worse or wasn't able to put it back together. Is there a need to buy OEM parts for older watches? I would prefer to buy OEM parts, but I know that isn't always possible. I bought a Elgin grade 315 pocket watch off Ebay for $15 and I need a winding stem, winding crown, and crystal for it. I haven't been able to find any OEM parts for it. Would you be able to recommend any other options? Thanks for your amazing videos. It just get sucked into them.

[@WeberMathPlus]

Hey Kegan, Marshall often talks about getting "donor movements"--essentially buying another of the same watch (in your case, an Elgin 315) to use for parts. One upside is you don't have to worry about the condition of the case or dial, so you usually don't have to pay as much.

[@Poo-Peater]

This by far out of all the watches I've seen you do my favorite.. I love the look of it.. watching these vids makes me want to go take a watch apart.. I probably wouldn't be able to put it back together.. but I'm fascinated by all the little machined pieces.. amazing

[@ivanstrickland7741]

LOVE YOU MAN. My dads name is Marshal. So yeah...Spring hunting. I have turned this into an art form. Trick is very simple. Get the bright white light type small flash light. LOWES 10 BUCKS. Now here is the trick. Make the entire room as dark as possible. Get down on all fours. Now bark like a dog....just kidding...Now hold said flash light almost level with the carpet between 15 and 20 degrees. You can play with the angle. A SPRING OR SCREW WILL SHINE LIKE well a spring or screw..But if you cant find it like this you will never find it. i have found the tiniest of screws this way that I thought was gone forever...this works on all floors and its just awesome on wood. But be warned you will be able to know where you don't sweep or mop if you perform this. You do awesome work Mr. Marshall.

[@jaehoonshim5555]

How do we get your repair services? I live in South Korea and would like to repair my old Omega Seamaster. Pls advise how to reach you for detail service.

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[@carrite]

Dunno man, there's "patina" and there's "damaged."

[@simonjones7785]

Marshal I must say that I love your channel it has opened up a new hobby for me I find it very relaxing as a watch is so logical in its works ( I am a retired engineer always trying to save items that just need a little love , I have a number of charity shops I deal with to recycle old mobile phones recovering precious metals in some cases I also buy old wrist watches to refurb them in some cases a stopped watch does not mesasn it is a terminal fail I have found some to be very simple repairs as to why it has stopped , I have now amassed a couple of tags from the 80s . thank you for showing me that this passtime is socalming

[@terrygruver3896]

You are remarkable and your videos show that. When I am watching I see a man who not only enjoys what he is doing but is also a great teacher. More videos please. Thank you.

[@ahnafsakib]

The honesty of this video is pretty refreshing. Glad to have stumbled upon this video.

[@paulacorreal1675]

You know, Marshall, every time you do that “ main spring click” bit I think I enjoy it so much because you get such a thrill out of it. With all the devastation currently throughout the world, (10-15-23), it is refreshing to be able to get pleasure from such a small wholesome event. Love sharing your hobby and watching from PA.

[@johnmurray3888]

While I watched you manoeuvring that tiny machine screw, my mind wandered back to the 1978 assassination of Bulgarian dissident Georgi Markov at a bus stop on Waterloo Bridge, London (UK). The murder weapon was a spring-loaded umbrella that fired a 1.52 mm diameter pellet into Markov's right thigh (a similar weapon had been used in the failed assassination of Vladimir Kostov in Paris). During Markov's autopsy, the pellet was removed and was found to have two 340 micron dia. right-angled holes, forming an x-shaped cavity. Traces of fat indicated that the holes had been filled with a lethal dose of ricin and then plugged with organic material that would dissolve into the bloodstream. The interesting aspect of the case is the pellet itself; Scotland Yard determined it to be made of a hard alloy (90% platinum 10% iridium) and was actually a jeweler’s watch bearing. Forensic scientists opined that drilling such tiny holes would only be possible using a high-tech laser in a process known as “spark erosion.” Do you know whether precision watches were manufactured in Bulgaria in the 1970's? Could the Bulgarian secret police have recruited the assistance of a watchmaker during the manufacture of the murder weapon?

[@drmccoy33]

I stumbled across this channel when searching info on my grandfather's pocket watch and ended up watching like 5 of your videos. Your commentary is captivating even for someone who is not "into" watches. You are the Bob Ross of watches and that is a huge compliment. Subscribed, keep up the great videos, oh and if you are interested in servicing my grandfather's 1939 bulova pocket watch for a video, pls let me know!

[@Scott_03]

I really enjoy your videos. Am I the only one who watches this before bed? Good stuff.

[@popecosh307]

I love the way these old omegas look inside, gives such a warm feeling.

[@bullwinklemoose8291]

Your voice is calming and enjoyable to listen to. I'm strangely drawn to your video's for the fascinating commentary as you ply your hobby (which honestly I have absolutely no interest in other than the curiosity factor of watching an expert at work), but also for the soothing relaxation and calmness induced by your presentation. Thank you for your video's.

[@designated_hitter_EGA]

thanks for not editing out placing the train wheel bridge, A tedious task an definitely a instructional part of the video for DIY'ers wanting to learn, to get a real perspective..

[@adrianaosorio]

I do love this videos I had problems wit anxiety and this has being therapy plus the way he includes you like we all are working there with the watch is nice I do love this channel

[@viewsandreviews180]

I’ve been watching your videos for awhile and have recently watched a video by Mark Lovick. Because I’m very new to mechanical watch repair I prefer your videos due to your giving more explanations of the watch parts and their functions. As an aside I’m planning on taking one of Mark Lovick’s courses but keep up the good work and I’ll keep enjoying this new learning process with both of you.

[@mkfaruki]

I love Omega Constellation Chronometer wristwatches with the pie pan face and date. I enjoy watching your teardown and repair of Omega watches. Thank you. Mike

[@chriskennard5920]

This is magical Marshall. I have now watched all your videos at least twice over the past three years and listened intently to your fantastically thorough commentaries and I now think that maybe I am ready to tackle a watch service. So, I may start with one of my non-working pocket watches, as you advise. Actually I have at least a dozen watches of all types awaiting attention...they may be the 'dirty dozen' as some are indeed trench-style watches from the 40's / 50's - hopefully they will eventually become the clean and working well dozen - wish me luck! CHEERS!

[@ZombieGrandpa]

Speaking of springing springs, I had a revolver that I just had to strip to the frame, for educational purposes. There was a little tiny spring that makes sure the revolver's cylinder latch returns to latched when the cylinder is open. Well being just 16, I had no idea there was a spring back there... And I just had to see what was behind that screw. "Boing!" It shot out and landed somewhere on the garage floor. But it was so small, I think I could have found a hair easier. Every piece of debris looked like the spring... Down on my hands and knees, I was crawling for hours. I never did find it. No matter, it was more for conveniences sake anyway. It did not effect the revolver once the cylinder was closed, but was a great lesson in knowing my limitations. As Dirty Harry said in one of his movies, "A man has got to know his limitations." Love your channel Sir and I want to be a supporter, once the new job starts paying.

[@PaulBletzer]

Marshal, great restoration. I’m impressed that you stayed away from the dial…great choice. I remember how easy these bumper automatics were to purchase on EBay and other watch forums in the late 90’s, early 2000’s. Those and Rolex Bubblebacks. You could get the Omega’s for around $40, and the Bubblebacke for under $100. Now they’re both as rare as hens teeth. I watched a video today on restoring a case like this with Laser welding…it was incredible

[@PaulBletzer]

It’s listed under “Laser Welded Case, Omega Speedmaster Professional caliber 321 moonwatch 105.102 - 65. Thank you again for all the wonderful videos, I’ve learned a ton from them. More stuff then I was able to figure out years ago before I got really frustrated by reading books and learning nothing. Most of the books back in the day in the 90’s assumed you already knew the basics, so they concentrated on things that were more advanced then a novice watchmaker needed. Now I have a complete watchmakers workshop including Lathes and Jacob tools, and by watching KZbin videos while disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling, I’ve advanced to the point where I’m getting comfortable enough to sell some of the dozens of watches and pocket watches I’ve been hoarding. Wish me luck

[@angelzipp]

Thank you again, Sir. I like watches, I own a couple of them but I'm not even close to open them up. It is a hobby I'd like to practice, but unfortunately... I have no time for it. And yet, I watch your videos for quite a while. Maybe you thought initially that your target viewers will be guys sharing your hobby. I'm pretty sure there are some like me, not into this hobby but attracted somehow by the beautiful mechanics, by the serenity of working with them, by the magic of restoring those pieces of history. All of them topped up by your voice. I can guess the excitement and passion in your voice. Thank you. Happy New Year!

[@albertoolmos21]

Better amusement than Netflix. Any restoration is an art, but paintings and watches are on top.

[@wasatchrangerailway6921]

My main attraction Is toward miniature trains! My grandpa gave me his beautiful Elgin pocket watch in a Hunter Case! One day I opened it up, and I was a sudden pocket watch lover! The movement is incredible to behold! I knew that I could become a watchmaker when I tore it apart and got it back together, with it working perfectly!!! Trains and watches??? What a wonderful hobby!!!

[@MrKevin486]

Oh man, Omega is my favorite. With the Seamasters being what I most prefer. This is an amazing vintage watch. I love leaving the dial like that, it looks amazing.

[@mikeash1978]

I have a twin of that Seamaster and had it "restored" about fifteen years ago. I had the "patina" removed as I have no intention of selling it (value was reduced by that choice), but it keeps time just fine now. My father and grandfather purchased identical watches in 1953 when we moved away from their home town. When I shipped out to Viet Nam in '66 my father gave me his (both had stopped wearing them by then and changed to other watches) to wear. It lasted 2-3 months and the hands fell off... I now appreciate the watches more than I did when 19 years old.

[@spakerman]

I totally forgot you were into watches and then this video was recommended and I heard your voice and it all clicked lol. This is a great piece.

[@loganbaileysfunwithtrains606]

There’s a parallel between watch making/repairing and gun manufacturing/repairing. It’s not something I’ve ever thought about but watching these types of channels it really showed me that deep diving into the mechanisms and how they work, it’s very similar to how some firearms work, I guess that’s the reason a lot of watch makers switched to building weapons components for the military during WW2

[@jinchoung]

black strap! man, with the black strap that looks classy as hell with a nice black/gold color scheme with the face. awesome restoration.

[@tammymeier9157]

Hi, I've been following the channel for a bit now, and it inspired me to buy my first mechanical watch. I enjoy listening to the click when I wind it, and hearing it ticking away. I love having an inside peek at what's happening, via the work you share. Thanks for all you do.

[@WristwatchRevival]

That's great Tammy, now we just need to get you some tools to take it apart :)

[@jeroldlawrence5186]

I'm a retired master Mechanic of 47 years so I understand what you mean by mechanic understanding . Love your Videos oddly its relaxing for me . Keep on keeping on !!

[@ch0ngbear]

I have been mystified by mechanical watches and stumbled upon your channel. I had the video on mute as it was just beautiful to watch you work. I turned on the volume at some point and instantly recognised your voice from mtg coverage (another hobby which takes my dollars). I was utterly delighted to see another passion of yours and also see the playmat on your work bench! Thanks for brightening up my day and look forward to watching more of your videos. 😀