Forgotten FUSEE Gets a New Pivot and Restored - WHY was I TERRIFIED of this repair?

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  • @jrbeall33
    @jrbeall33 9 місяців тому +38

    As ninety yr old clock maker I found much to admire in your video. Thank you for your time and work in providing enjoyment for your viewers.

    • @KenFullman
      @KenFullman 29 днів тому +2

      So you are literally an "old timer" 😁

  • @TodayFreedom
    @TodayFreedom 11 місяців тому +65

    As a professional watchmaker I commend you for excellent practise- you followed almost all the standard rules. The quality of the video production is superb too, and that’s a point that shouldn’t be overlooked. It must be 20 years+ since I first worked on a fusee as a young watchmaker and it is indeed a stressful job first time around! My boss simply handed the watch to me (made in 1829, I’d add) and said “Right- repair that”. Handed me a book covering the main points and that’s all! Congratulations- you have all the requisite skill and equipment to make this a full-time profession. Literally the only point I can recommend is to use some thin plastic on the bridges when replacing the brass pins…not always necessary if using nylon-tipped tweezers. There are virtually no full videos of fusee watch repair on UA-cam, and this is BY FAR the best. Honestly, you did a stellar job. Very impressed.

    • @rogierius
      @rogierius 3 місяці тому

      I had the same thought about the tweezers scratching up the bridge when inserting and pressure fitting the pins, but then I noticed the previous scratch marks from previous watchmakers, and in the end, he added his own and seems to fit the expanding history of this watch.
      Also, utter noob in regards to watchmaking, but as an engineer, I thoroughly enjoy these videos of true antique watches.

  • @Thetimecapsuletx
    @Thetimecapsuletx Рік тому +37

    That chain just blows my mind! I can’t even begin to think of anyone making that over 100 years ago. You rarely get to see such a vintage timepiece being serviced and repaired. The dial was one of the prettiest I’ve ever seen! Amazing pocket watch. You have earned my subscription to your channel.

    • @jadall77
      @jadall77 7 місяців тому

      You got to rivet or hammer each link together all by hand. I saw a clip of ancient jobs or something with tony robinson I think the guys name was and it is crazy small making those fusee chains

    • @adally5855
      @adally5855 6 місяців тому

      Child labour

    • @kevinfoster926
      @kevinfoster926 22 дні тому

      @@adally5855 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @funhog24
    @funhog24 Рік тому +13

    I watch a lot of watch repair vids, and am really just starting my watch repair journey. I know master watchmakers, but they don't tell me how they do it. This was the only fusee video, and it was mind blowing! I'm 70, and you never stop leaning! Thanks.........

  • @MohdHilal
    @MohdHilal Рік тому +9

    thanks for the 49 minutes of stress-free time, I am watching this video from Palestine during this difficult time I need extraordinarily interesting content like this to keep me away from news

  • @TJ-wp4yz
    @TJ-wp4yz Рік тому +18

    I stayed with you, I’m in total amazement as I watch your gentle but sure hand movements. You are a true craftsman.

  • @clubsoda85cook55
    @clubsoda85cook55 9 місяців тому +2

    Awesome job of bringing back to life a piece of history.

  • @ronpeterson9528
    @ronpeterson9528 7 місяців тому +3

    What a incredible movement. Hard to believe that chain was made by hand one link at a time. Great video! Thanks!

  • @Jak_To_Mozliwe
    @Jak_To_Mozliwe Рік тому +32

    The level of details and a very complex mechanism back in ~1860 is absolutely gorgeous. How do they cut such a small chain is beyond my imagination.

    • @bradyhudgson7749
      @bradyhudgson7749 Рік тому +8

      They used to use orphans, for their eyesight and tiny hands

  • @mullicrk9782
    @mullicrk9782 11 місяців тому +5

    One if not the best Videos I've seen. I am a Gunsmith and very much appreciate seeing your your work and tools.

  • @Sebsuniverse
    @Sebsuniverse 2 місяці тому +2

    This video is an absolute work of art. Simply amazing.

  • @1337Jokerman
    @1337Jokerman 7 місяців тому +2

    37:36 You just showed my favourite watch of all time: The Tourbograph Perpetual Homage to F. A. Lange Honeygold. 😍Sadly, I have no house to sell to get hold of it. 😅

  • @Bristol1
    @Bristol1 Рік тому +15

    I made it to the end! Had to watch in stages, but that's how it goes some days. Absolutely fantastic work you've done here. I don't believe I've seen a Fusee and Chain being serviced before. Thank you for taking on this challenge, and for taking us along for the ride. It was very cool to see how this goes together. Cheers!

  • @masterofcents.8175
    @masterofcents.8175 Рік тому +45

    One of the craziest things about the watches is that children are the ones who made the chains because their hands were so small, and it was easier for them.

    • @ericl452
      @ericl452 11 місяців тому +5

      And their eyesight was good.

    • @ploneuk
      @ploneuk 11 місяців тому

      @@ericl452 & cheap

    • @JasperJanssen
      @JasperJanssen 11 місяців тому +3

      That whole thing has always seemed more of a justification than an actual reason.

  • @michaelpthompson
    @michaelpthompson 10 місяців тому +3

    That's just amazing! I would be intimidated just to wind a fusee watch, much less work on one. Your attention to detail is incredible.
    BTW, your voice over really enhances the video.

  • @stevev7402
    @stevev7402 Рік тому +21

    Chris you are a true artisan. Such an amazing job. I always find myself watching your videos multiple times just to enjoy the precision and pride you take with each project. Thanks for creating such enjoyable content and for keeping such a lost art alive

  • @texgowing7359
    @texgowing7359 2 місяці тому +1

    I stuck with you to the end. You have the concentration of Jobe & your skill is amazing.

  • @ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm

    RIGHT = so watching you work on this = i went and bought a 1878 FUSEE watch on ebay = hope you can fix it if it breaks down = THANK YOU !

  • @leadingauctions8440
    @leadingauctions8440 9 місяців тому +1

    This was beautiful to behold.

  • @robertmills3682
    @robertmills3682 5 місяців тому +1

    I am enjoying your videos! You have a very soothing voice and such patience! You do great work!

  • @francispalmer9737
    @francispalmer9737 Рік тому +6

    Very enjoyable to see you work on the first FUSEE I have seen worked on, I think these FUSEE movements are well underestimated. Great job and clear commentary. Cheers C S

  • @vicrod5
    @vicrod5 Рік тому +6

    Simply brilliant, thank you for sharing your craft with us warts and all. It speaks of your integrity and professionalism.

    • @cgrant9673
      @cgrant9673 Рік тому

      Time is a dead god Cronus 🌹🌚👍 rest in the good news 🌹 okay bye

  • @Goopie-gz4tc
    @Goopie-gz4tc 2 місяці тому +1

    excellent production and skills/commentary - learning loads from your videos, thank you.

  • @dinodeangelis7978
    @dinodeangelis7978 Рік тому +4

    That was amazing. The tools you have as your arsenal are on another level and your craftsmanship is superb, the sturdiness of your hands. And what a beautiful pocket watch. Thank you

  • @52dislikes
    @52dislikes Рік тому +1

    Many years ago, I collected fusee watches. But my interest turned to American RR watches, and now just Hamilton 992, 992B. But now, it's a thrill for me to explore my boxes of Fusee watches. ~ retired. Thanks for this Great Video !!!

  • @Hawk89gt
    @Hawk89gt Рік тому +10

    Great video, amazing work. Shocking how relatively well that watch tells time after all these years.

  • @bunnyrabbit4972
    @bunnyrabbit4972 Рік тому +2

    Wow, the craftmanship of this 150 year old watch is incredible. Your restoration is impressive. I imagine the guy who made this would be proud if he could see his work still running today.

  • @TheRealBrook1968
    @TheRealBrook1968 8 місяців тому +2

    As a kennel owner with low vision and timekeeping aficionado, I am jealous of your ability and want to learn all I can about mechanical movements, although I will never be able to actually try my hand. I want to thank you for an entertaining and informative repair.

  • @johnpayne1117
    @johnpayne1117 10 місяців тому +1

    Watched every minute, sir. It's probably one of the best video's I've seen on watch repair. Absolutely beautiful time piece...

  • @PaoloBanke
    @PaoloBanke Рік тому +2

    What I always see such as this as is caretaking, preservation and a salute to old masters. Bringing something back to life that into its second century and it doing the job it was designed to do. Of course it takes skill, knowledge and patience to do that and when the balance wheel sets off without prompting like a heart beat it displays all three and warms the soul.

  • @SyMunden
    @SyMunden 5 місяців тому +1

    First time watching a video like this and it was very educational. So fun/gratifying to watch. You nailed it honestly man

  • @chowlissy
    @chowlissy 7 місяців тому +1

    That was a very instructive and entertaining video, beautifully videographed and narrated, thank you. I would love, as an amateur, to get to the bottom of fusee watches, and this video helped a lot.

  • @edwinleach7401
    @edwinleach7401 7 місяців тому +2

    Very nice work. The timepiece is beautiful. I'm going to email you a request for a possible additional pocket watch clean and repair. It is a Waltham that was given to a fellow in Scotland, UK upon his retirement in 1904. I bought it from Red at his Red Rose Antique Shop in Montrose, Scotland, UK in 1972. I was stationed nearby at Edzell from 1972 to 1976. I'll be 76 soon and would like to see the watch running again if possible before handing it off to one of my sons. I now live in NW Florida, US. If you are not far away distance wise I would like to see you have a go at it.

  • @semperfidelis8386
    @semperfidelis8386 4 місяці тому +1

    Watching videos like this.....the mechanics of all the different designs.....wow.......absolutely amazing.

  • @jacklord1580
    @jacklord1580 10 місяців тому +1

    I cant imagine how hard it is to manufacture and design this clockwork given that fixing like this video seems very close to impossible🤯

  • @josealbertobejaranoulloa2280
    @josealbertobejaranoulloa2280 10 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful and detailed job! Congrats!

  • @rafaelzamora8227
    @rafaelzamora8227 6 місяців тому +1

    Hoy desperte viendo este video y jamas paso por mi mente que estaba observando unos de los mejores videos sobre relojes de bolsillo!!! Muchas gracias por este regalo...!!!

  • @AMF1
    @AMF1 Рік тому +2

    I loved the video , my Grandfather was a horologist and 50 years ago used to spend hours watching him work on movements hence my interest now!

  • @EvaderGuy
    @EvaderGuy 8 місяців тому +2

    Well, self criticism aside, I think you display wonderful, craftsmanship and patience. That truly must’ve been a challenging project and I think it turned out very, very well. What a beautiful piece. I just can’t get over the chain. The level of craftsmanship involved in making that by handis beyond compare. Wow!

  • @RusstyHoward
    @RusstyHoward 11 місяців тому +1

    It was a joy watching you use both the Turns, as well as the Boley lathe.

  • @Pulpwarez
    @Pulpwarez 10 місяців тому +1

    Amazing job and awesome machine, congrats.

  • @woodbutcher3887
    @woodbutcher3887 Рік тому +2

    Enjoyed every minute of the rebuild of the watch. Thanks for sharing with us.

  • @sdmbusiness
    @sdmbusiness 10 місяців тому +1

    I've never seen a watch like this. Thoroughly enjoyed the video.

  • @johnoconnor4941
    @johnoconnor4941 11 місяців тому +1

    Considering you claim NOT to be a professional I see a clear passion, not to mention skill set that is above the basics.
    I can change a battery all by myself but I can't see me challenging your abilities anytime soon. Brilliant stuff

  • @Soultrader17
    @Soultrader17 Місяць тому +1

    One day after first learning of the fusee type movement & only 4 weeks into my new hobby, my friend gave me his unworking watch to tinker with. Almost identical to the one you're working on. With the enthusiasm of a newbie, I jumped straight in. Very scary at first but successfully dismantled, cleaned & reassembled the watch. Beginners luck I suppose because it runs quite well, only loosing about 5 minutes a day.

  • @amphibiousone7972
    @amphibiousone7972 6 місяців тому +1

    I absolutely love watching this high level of restoration. I always learn something impressive. Thanks ,🫡🤝 and yes I did , "stick it out till the end"🤣

  • @adamzee2669
    @adamzee2669 5 місяців тому +1

    I absolutely love watching your videos, you're passionate and patient and clearly very skilled even to my absolutely untrained eye! I love learning how watches work through your videos, it gets a little clearer with every one.
    I have to say though, my favorite part of this video was that you have all these fancy, expensive tools...but you did the initial scrub-cleaning of the parts in a jam jar lid! Made me laugh 😂

  • @allthingsgood156
    @allthingsgood156 8 місяців тому +1

    that chain! quite amazing to think someone made that. fabulous video thank you

  • @jadall77
    @jadall77 7 місяців тому +1

    I like all his tools equipment the lathe table reminds me of my stepdad had worktables built into these boxes with casters.

  • @marcbink5370
    @marcbink5370 Рік тому +2

    Good job! Very professional! The first watch I ever rebuilt was an English Lever fusee like you just did, I over paid for it and swore if it was the last thing I would do, I would get it running again. It took a year of research and self-education but I did it. That was 7 years ago. Now I'm the only one in the area that will look at a fusee. The next part of my education is learning how to use the lathe and the Jacot Wheel; (I have a number of them that need new balance staffs), - you make it look easy. Thanks for teaching me a few new tricks; chaining up is by far the worst, especially on older Verge-Fusees.

  • @kevinbriggs5320
    @kevinbriggs5320 11 місяців тому +2

    Watched the entire clip, truly amazing, thanks for posting it. You are are a true craftsman.

  • @larryfisher7056
    @larryfisher7056 Рік тому +1

    Fascinating movement, beautiful watch.

  • @1611bimotayb6
    @1611bimotayb6 11 місяців тому +1

    What a fantastic save. I especially like how it was all presented. Informative, calm. And the chain in a watch I saw never before. This was better than an action movie. I love it.

  • @The_DuMont_Network
    @The_DuMont_Network Рік тому +2

    I am speechless. That's pure magic and wizardry. Such fantastic skills and knowledge. Subscribed.

  • @jupp9999
    @jupp9999 2 місяці тому +1

    Awesome job sir, love your video's and channel

  • @johnb.rempel7873
    @johnb.rempel7873 5 місяців тому +1

    Great video for an old time piece. Well done.

  • @lukasdoerr9167
    @lukasdoerr9167 Рік тому +5

    These are without a doubt my favorite watches to service and you did a beautiful job.

  • @paleulfr4023
    @paleulfr4023 11 місяців тому +2

    I enjoy watching you fabricate watch parts.

  • @brendaowens2466
    @brendaowens2466 5 місяців тому +1

    It was so much fun this time. Thank you.

  • @rgomez1968
    @rgomez1968 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow, you are a craftsman. What a great video showing unbelievable micro work.

  • @fredschroyer584
    @fredschroyer584 7 місяців тому +1

    What a beautiful job and expert video. A real education in only 49:18! I had not heard of the fusee-&-chain system. Thank you for such an informative & entertaining video.

  • @davidroberts2476
    @davidroberts2476 10 місяців тому +1

    As a horology lover who has owned several high-end watches. I thoroughly enjoyed watching your video and seeing all the steps needed to restore an old mechanical watch. Nicely done, from someone who enjoys the concept of mechanical means of calibrating earthly time. Having said that, like Ram Dass said in one of his earlier writings, "If you were out in space circling the earth from somewhere in space, and you looked down at the earth moving underneath you and asked yourself, "What time is it"? You'd have to say, "I guess the time would be, NOW"!

  • @margemiller5503
    @margemiller5503 9 місяців тому +1

    That was really interesting and incredible. Thanks

  • @m275sevun9
    @m275sevun9 Рік тому +1

    merci pour votre partage une des plus belle restauration de montre que j'ai vue 😍

  • @kerrymangum4166
    @kerrymangum4166 Рік тому +2

    I loved the entirety of the restoration. My hands shake to much to do anything that small, but I can still dream of doing what you accomplished.

  • @armandofrancin3518
    @armandofrancin3518 7 місяців тому +1

    Un buen trabajo, espectacular y además "funciona", felicidades maestro.

  • @IMakeWatches
    @IMakeWatches Рік тому +3

    Wow, this is another great video! Super cool to learn about fusee movements and I love the detailed repivoting section! Thanks for taking the time to make this and sharing it Chris!

  • @jlr8356
    @jlr8356 6 місяців тому +1

    Beautiful watch and amazing restoration. Great !!!!!

  • @geoffreyfox7618
    @geoffreyfox7618 Рік тому +1

    To the end, and first time knowing of that movement, keep up the good work

  • @TexanUSMC8089
    @TexanUSMC8089 11 місяців тому +1

    If you would have asked for help...I would have turned on the camera for you. LOL. Incredible job. I've never seen anything like it. Thanks for sharing.

  • @cudamank
    @cudamank Рік тому +1

    Wow! Insane mechanism! You are an artist!

  • @gotchagoing4905
    @gotchagoing4905 8 місяців тому +1

    AMAZING to say the least. You know when your watching a movie and you et all tensed up? Watching you make those parts, fitting them and then putting the chain back on I'm like at the edge of my damn chair. I've always loved watch's, Seiko being my favorites. But seeing you, and others on yt has really opened my eyes to a whole other world, and I find it absolutely fascinating. If I have to get up for any reason, I make sure I pause it so I don't miss anything. Thank you for showing us a whole new world.

  • @Uffe-q9f
    @Uffe-q9f Рік тому +1

    Wow U R The Best.... Amazing Work. Love it...

  • @dougcain2720
    @dougcain2720 Рік тому +1

    I loved working on and rebuilding Fusee pocket watch. Repivoting the staffs and repairing chains was my major thing. How many I've seen broken due to attempting to wind them. Many of these beautiful watches were trashed because of people selling the gold cases. Your videos are super great!!!

  • @larrykelly2838
    @larrykelly2838 Рік тому +4

    Wow, man this video had me on pins and needles, especially putting the chain back on. Very interesting and a great restoration.

  • @franklima1269
    @franklima1269 5 місяців тому +1

    Another great video. 👏👏 and Yes, I watched all the way to the end. Excellent video quality. I'm an amateur watch maker myself and I'm learning a lot from all your videos.

  • @류재근-l4k
    @류재근-l4k Рік тому

    It's truly amazing. There is one watchmaker in Korea whose skills are second to none. Thank you for the good video.

  • @christophresmerowski1824
    @christophresmerowski1824 Рік тому

    A fascinating look into the past. This tiny chain seems just so unbelievable if you think what kind of manufacturing processes where available back then. The Internet brings your tremendous, skill, knowledge & patience to me in the middle of the night. Life is amazing, again and again. Thank you.

  • @aegrau2513
    @aegrau2513 Місяць тому +1

    Perfecta descripción, perfecta restauración, y perfecto video. MUCHAS FELICITACIONES!!!

  • @tonyaxeman4381
    @tonyaxeman4381 Рік тому +1

    Job came out wonderful . Saw one that was really roached and it did come back to life .

  • @ussweeneyd
    @ussweeneyd Рік тому

    I have this very watch, given tome by my grandfather when I was about 8years old. I have never tinkered with it apart from fixing one of the case hinges. I am 72 years old now but tackling a full clean is way beyond me. Most enjoyable to watch this video.

  • @julianbizdoaca1546
    @julianbizdoaca1546 Рік тому +1

    You are brilliant man!

  • @user-TimmyJW
    @user-TimmyJW 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video!! You are a true craftsmen. Eye sight hand to be much better 100 plus years ago. Thanks for a trip back in " TIME "

  • @fm00078
    @fm00078 11 місяців тому +1

    1ST time watching a watch repair. I figured I'd be good for 5 - 10 minutes then suddenly seen the balance spring move on its own. Wow, 40 minutes & not bored one second. GREAT VIDEO, thanks 😜.
    (BTW, my girls boss was Douglas Stiles, Jonathan Dillon’s great-great-grandson.)

  • @mrlazli
    @mrlazli Рік тому +3

    What a stunning work with the restoration of this unique watch!!

  • @recyclingrider6743
    @recyclingrider6743 Рік тому +1

    impressive work...I never imagined that machinery like that existed...the best video I have seen about watchmaking...a hug and congratulations

  • @ericashmusic8889
    @ericashmusic8889 Рік тому

    And importantly a watch that runs & keeps reasonable time is not junk !! besides I don't know anyone who can regulate their day by minutes anymore, let alone seconds, not in today's world. Great Job ! Thanks for posting.

  • @ahmedlaithy5786
    @ahmedlaithy5786 Рік тому +1

    I really appreciate your efforts to save such a great and precious piece of time..

  • @kh7794
    @kh7794 Рік тому +1

    I admire your skill and ability to work with the tiniest parts and peices, beyond me that's for sure. I love love love watches and clocks and if I can see any movement I am enamoured. In most cases I would much prefer old rather than new...washer and dryers from 60's to 80's, I even love the old wringer washers, they did a much better job even with not so fresh water...and saved a bunchbof water as well. Cars, no computers to blow up costing a mint, houses (albeit with new plumbing and electric). Old stuff was built to last and be repaired. Even sewing machines seem to be computerized crap with platic everything that can't be recyclednor broken down.

  • @CesarRafaelAlvarengaObando-e4n
    @CesarRafaelAlvarengaObando-e4n 9 місяців тому +1

    Excelente trabajo. Mil Gracias.

  • @mhoover
    @mhoover 11 місяців тому +1

    Wow. I'd have a dozen ulcers if I tried this. I don't know how you do it. This deserves a like and subscribe.

  • @carloshvd6097
    @carloshvd6097 10 місяців тому +1

    Um trabalho artístico realmente maravilhoso!!!!

  • @joebrown2577
    @joebrown2577 11 місяців тому +2

    Very interesting. Most unusual watch repair. I enjoyed observing your tools, vises and lathes. Nice work.

  • @Northweasterner
    @Northweasterner Рік тому +6

    You have always done wonderful work, and it shows with people trusting you to repair their watches. It’s been really enjoyable to watch the channel grow in popularity as well.

  • @4Truth4All
    @4Truth4All Рік тому +4

    Nice job Chris! What a beautiful repair and restoration. This is my first exposure to this type of drive mechanism and you did a great job of explaining and servicing it.

  • @peteredwards7637
    @peteredwards7637 11 місяців тому +1

    Well done! You made it about the project not yourself - so many, probably good articles, are spoiled by presenters that think they are the main attraction. You made it interesting but not boring - taking a watch apart and putting it back together will do that very easily! You moved at a brisk pace but not too fast for us, the uninitiated, to lose track. I really am absolutely astonished that anyone can take a lump of brass and another lump of silver and make an object of such intricacy! Thank you so much.

  • @georgejamison3782
    @georgejamison3782 Рік тому +2

    I never would've guessed that a watch was chain driven. Such a great video!

    • @arts.4014
      @arts.4014 Рік тому +1

      A quite late (recent) English watch. By 1878 the Americans were dominant but for several centuries, until about the time of the Civil War the Brits were the masters of time. Watch/read Longitude all of those watches were fusee and some were much more!

  • @norberthartmann5075
    @norberthartmann5075 9 місяців тому +1

    great clock - great job !!!

  • @GentlemensWatchServices
    @GentlemensWatchServices Рік тому +1

    Before watching this I’d have been “nope” if asked to service one of these. Now I’d go for it. Cheers!

  • @MrDavidoff36
    @MrDavidoff36 11 місяців тому +1

    Amazing. Good job.