Marshall is my favorite, and he is as relaxing as Bob Ross to listen to, but to be fair to other watchmaking UA-camrs, I have yet to come across an adrenaline-fueled, high-energy, balls-to-the-wall watchmaking channel on UA-cam. I'd honestly love to watch some Red Bull™️ EXTREME WATCH REPAIR for my early morning watchmaking fix.
I appreciate the humility you display on your channel, Marshall. There'd be no reason, in a manner of thinking, not to skip over that part, no one being the wiser. But it shows your honesty and candor, being willing to show the internet your mistakes, big or small as they are. And that's true character.
I do love that part in the video but as soon as I heard that mechanical sound that I've never heard in any of these vids, I cringed. A hundred bucks for one sprocket? Oh man, I wouldn't be laughing at myself either.
@@thatjeff7550this is why I will always pay whatever Rolex wants to service my personal vintage watch. I appreciate those who can actually do this type of work. Great video.
Absolutely true, Marshall could have easily edited that part out, paid the $150 for the new part, and no one would have known. But like every great teacher, and person of high character, he knows his mistakes are learnable and therefore teachable moments. This is what makes the US justice system so frustrating . It's not , hey you made a mistake , paid the price or punishment, and it's over and done with. No it's forever held against a person and they, if they even have the resources to do so, must go to court to have the history removed. I can't believe any country that says it's based on "Christian" values has so little forgiveness. There is nothing in the Bible, or any behavior literature , that says this is effective in changing behavior.
This gave me flashbacks of my dad taking apart our 1979 zenith color console tv. When he put it back together,it worked fine,but there was a pile of screws and even a small wire sitting on top. Dad just said those were spare parts.🤔🤩
You think watch collecting is addictive? You don’t know Axe collecting. The ancient tool that won the hearts of human beings thousands of years ago and continues today.
Just wanted to say I was given the same Submariner as a graduation present in 1973. At that time it cost $256. I still wear it every day; never leaves my wrist.
As a physicist, I’ve to point that tritium glows without the need of an external source of energy hitting it (the nucleus of the isotope decays and emits energy in the form of light), while modern luminescent material glows after exposure to external light by phosphorescence (electrons get excited to a higher energy level and then slowly return to their ground state emitting energy in the form of light)
The shot starting at 22:33 was fantastic, the movement and focus change was so smooth, and with the balance oscillating it just made the shot fantastic, keep up the amazing work Marshall!
There's a saying in my country - the cobbler's shoes always have holes. I'm just happy it was something you were able to replace; stuff like that happens to the best of us. Cheers and thanks for another great video.
There's a similar saying in english "the cobbler's child goes unshod". I was looking these sorts of sayings up and I think my favourite so far is from Spain "En casa de herrero, cuchillo de palo" or "In the blacksmith's house the knifes are wood".
Do these expressions mean that the cobbler (or the blacksmith) cannot afford to devote his labour for the benefit of his own family, in effect he cannot afford his own services? I read an article about a guy that restores vintage Ferraris for well to do customers such as the fashion designer Ralph Lauren. In the article he said he doesn't work on his own cars because it would him so much in revenue.
@ronallen6578 It's more like when doing the excel and paperwork part. 😄 The whole process can be stressful. Listening to this helps be stay calm and productive.
Been there done that with my 1675 gmt master and a 1016 explorer... sourcing parts almost brought me to tears. It feels a little better knowing it happens to even the best of us (refering to you and your quality content). Keep up the good work... not breaking stuff.. the content 😉
My Grandpa was the first or one of the first jewelers to bring Rolex to Boise, Idaho. He wore a day date President (hollow bracelet). My dad wore that after his dad died from 75-85 when he bought his first sub. Sold that as he was starting his business and needed the money in 93 shortly after I was born. My mom bought him another sub date for his 50th in 2001 and they gifted me a sub date (ceramic) in 2015 when I graduated college. Really cool channel, Marshall! Thanks for sharing. Oh and don’t forget to add your site link to your page links! I know what I’m getting my dad for Xmas ✌️
Thanks again for the fantastic journey with the Rolex. I struggle to engage with so many videos even much shorter ones, but your presentation, narration, enthusiasm, videography and professionalism keeps me engaged fully from the 1st to the very last moment. 1st class content that isn’t ruined by unnecessary nonsense and horrid music, please keep it up!
Looking at you restoring the Submariner, my memory goes back to where mine is located...in 45 feet of water, 1/2 mile west of Saba Island on the Saba bank. Long story; but oh how I miss the simple, understated and functional look of that watch. And you know, back in 1969 when I bought it in St. Thomas, it wasn't that expensive. Ah well, such is life. Love your channel, man!
As a watchmaker hobbyist I cheered your honesty and your dedication to being open with your followers. Massive respect - we all learn a valuable lesson in humility and dedication to your craftsmanship from you! Cheers
I'm watching this after watching the mtg pro tour today...JUST now put together the voice. Woah. You are great marshall I love all the things you do and didn't know it was you who did them
Hi Marshall. I have been following your channel for quite a time and guess what ? Last month i bought myself a Seiko 5 sports automatic wristwatch. I locked my battery driven fancy watches in a drawer and i am now fully confident measuring time on my Seiko - i only have to move myself to keep it going... A simple dial with date indication and three indicators, a matt brushed stainless steel case, a transparant bottom so you can see the movement (so nice !) and an olive green NATO strap to keep it on my left wrist. Man, i am so proud !! And it ticks !! The sound of a ticking watch can be so relaxing. Keep up the channel !
Thanks, Marshall. Any chance you could do a video where you use the stuff from the watch repair kit to disassemble a movement? It would be a great tutorial. Thanks.
41:33 missing cap jewels on the escape wheel is one of the main reasons for low amplitude. There are two options in this case. The first one is to add the missing jewels and springs. The second opinion would be to flip the jewels (in this case they will work as regular ones).
I know your heart sank when you saw the broken pivot. Glad it was easily remedied, if not cheaply. Thank you so much for your work and these videos! You're such a pleasure to listen to and I eat up learning more and more about watchmaking.
Marshall I went in the pool with my 126710 GMT when it was new and I forgot the crown was unscrewed from setting it earlier in the day and when I realized it my heart dropped and I immediately screwed it in. Later that day I went see my watchmaker at the AD. He opened it and said it was perfect and that the triple lock crown is pretty water proof even when unscrewed. Needless to say I am much more careful since!
@@ruskibruskii mean a rolex is a tool watch and you can use them as tools so they are build for these conditions so why dont do it and have fun about that expensive watch youve bought?
I've had a submariner with date since 1990. It was the first Submariner with sapphire crystal. This watch has been on multiple dives not just a fashion accessory! Thanks for another great podcast. Cheer Hamish (Patreon member)
I love hearing from others that use their watch for what it was made to do. I've worn my submariner while diving, swimming in the ocean, showering, skydiving and many other fun stuff and must say I've never worried about my watch getting damaged. I hate seeing Rolex watches that look flawless. They were made to be worn and survive. Keep your watch alive and keep wearing it.
really love the older Rolex, not so bulky nor overly large nor overly heavy, just right !!!. Also seems so much more elegant than the more complex modern versions !!!, B.E.A.Utiful !!!
Mr. Marshall. I really appreciate how much you explain how the watch works and you do it again and again in all your vids. The other good thing about your work is that I feel like you’re having a conversation with me instead of reading a script. Lastly, I like that you don’t do a wristwatch check like every other watch channel. Well done. Signed, 1956 Pie Pan Connie with gold cap.
If I can be pedantic for a moment, tritium does not glow. It radiates a steady stream on electrons due to beta-decay. That radiation in turn causes the phosphorescent material in the lume to glow. Due to the short half-life of tritium such lumes are only useful for 20 to 30 years. Thanks for another great watch video!
If you were my neighbor, I would have been knocking on your door for a service on my 16713, 2005 GMT Master II, black dial, gold/stainless case & bracelet. I just took it to one of the Rolex dealers in the Denver area. Full service including a new mainspring, new tube and crown was about $950. They did not advertise it, but when they saw I was a USMC vet, they knocked 10% off the total. While not cheap, I felt that they charged a fair price. I would have liked to put a transparent case back on it, but Rolex won't install an aftermarket part and won't warrant their work if one is installed. There is a place in Germany that makes these for about $200 and they have a higher pressure rating than the watch does. I will get one installed when my service warranty expires.
I don’t have a regular wristwatch, but I love to watch this. Fun to learn more about you and your dedication to the hobby 🙂 and one day I hope to find that one who feels right for me. Your videos are my stress free zone
I carry two dive computers (you never know when the battery compartment on one is going to flood, so have a backup) when I dive. And I wear a dive watch. Back-up to the back-up is the only way to dive.
I have started collecting watches recently. All newer within 5 years old. All automatic watches. I have been watching your videos a lot and I love your videos I’ve always loved the look of skeletonize dials so I can see all the parts move. I have 2 bulovas and 1 citizen.
Submariner’s were meant to be worn in the ocean. I scratched the crap out of mine while in the Turks and Caicos snorkeling for Conch. The people we were with freaked out at how calm I was. I said it added character and a story to be told.
This channel has become my new joy. Really enjoy the craftmanship, and your commentary is always very calm and soothing. I also feel like I learn something. 5* would recommend :)
Beautiful 5513. I recently had the opportunity to restore a vintage 61 5512 Sub. These is something so endearing about these vintage Rolex Sub that just cannot be replicated in modern pieces today. Keep up the great work and thanks for the vid content.
This guy is the best to watch & listen to idc what you do in life always aim to do it the best you can and to see how far he’s come from his first video , god bless my brother ! Keep up the good work !!
No way I could ever do that. Don’t have the patience but whenever I come across one of your videos, I just can’t stop watching it. I love the narration.👍👍👍
Hello Marshall Just wanted to show some appreciation for the incredible work you put into these videos. It’s my favorite thing to put on in the evening after a long day. Hats off to you man!
As an actual "Submariner" who served 4 years on a submarine and earned my Dolphins I have always wanted a Rolex Submariner. Yours is awesome and I love the nerdy Meters First easter egg!
You might consider the Armida A6. It’s a high-quality beauty with 990 ft. of water resistance. I’m beyond pleased with mine. I’m pretty sure that the sapphire crystal can be replaced with an acrylic one.
I’m a tools guy, love my specialty tools I use on my antique Lionel model trains earliest one is from 1914 so I’m really into your channel besides your great personality and enthusiasm in what you are doing 🙂
Hi Marshall, I have watched every one of your videos from day dot and appreciated each and every one. I don't think I have ever messaged you before but now is the right time (pun intended) to tell you how much I like your stuff. You got me in to collecting older mechanical watches, of which I now have a few, including a 1971 Tudor and a 1948 Cyma automatic bumper - all because I learned 'stuff' from you, thank you. I'd love to send you one of my watches for you to feature it some time. All the best Chris K (from the UK)
23:04 I realized I had kind of zoned out to the ASMR, until I thought he said he was applying "bacon grease" to the mainspring barrel! Hahahaha! :-) No, no... "braking grease". That's much better! :-) Keep up the good work! :-)
I have watched so many of your videos and they bring me more comfort than most any other video content out there. With that said... I recently decided to take apart a miniature carriage clock (emphasis miniature). I am now in this moment realizing the truly tiny size of the clock I've got on my hands. I had assumed "oh mini carriage clock, basically a watch" (my dad and I have a few), but now I am looking at it's pallet fork which looks about 1/3 the size of the one on your watch...maybe even a 1/4 the size. The clock is about the height of a bigger Rolex lug to lug, placed on end. I now understand why our clock repair guy turned it away based on the work as his eyes are getting old. My dad and his father before him both collected clocks their whole lives and in todays age I enjoy watches & clocks alike... with my dad much more discriminatory towards "watch people" haha, apparently there is much historical discrimination in the two communities. That discrimination now long passed, perhaps by a generation --apparently so! I find it quite funny to hear him grumble no less haha, especially with his recently invigorated fascination with carriage clocks which are nearly watches in scale at least (sorta). An aside you may enjoy: From the clock repair books I have been reading one author when describing the platform balance wheel/escapement of carriage clocks wrote "for these parts the repair lies in the province of the watchmaker". --So perhaps this division in the two communities has deeper ground hah! Keep up the great stuff, thanks so much for all the content Marshall. (This one was extra great btw)
Was just watching some old MTG Pro Tour videos and to my surprise I hear...…"Is that a glory bringer?!" in a familiar voice. Wild to hear that. So cool. Keep up the great work being involved in all my hobbies. lol
Considering that many people think of you as the Bob Ross of mechanical watch restoration, take an advice from the OG himself with this great quote: "There are no mistakes, just happy accidents." -- Bob Ross I've always enjoyed watching your videos and I hope that someday, I also would be able to get into this hobby.
I love everything about this channel....Your technical skill, the filming, the detailed explanations.... And the icing on the cake is that you sound exactly like Seth Rogen! 😃
Your explanation of how tritium makes lume glow is incorrect. It is radioactive. But its own beta particle emissions, when captured by the phosphorus is the lume, causes the phosphorus to glow. No other source of light is involved.
Marshall mentioned he started out by collecting Heuer watches. My only watch is a Heuer Regatta, which I've had since the '80s. The original owner had no idea how it worked, and wound it until the stem broke. Heuer did repair and service, watch still runs fine.
Marshall, it might just be the angle of the camera but when you look at the watch face at 56:53, the markers on the outer ring do not align with the 3 and 9 o'clock markers on the watch face, whereas the 12 and 6 o'clock are perfectly aligned. Is that normal? I have OCD and it would drive me crazy.
I find you videos very calming! Although I am not so much in the precision mechanic domain (more of an electrical engineer) but I seriously love watching your stuff
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
Gorgeous watch and great vid again Marshall. I've started wearing a finger cot on my right hand ring finger as, like you, I found it often touched the movement when I use it to stabilise my hand. We've all seen those etched on prints from previous watchmakers!! Something to consider 👍
I would like to do this but at my age my eyesight just isn’t that good for small detail work. 25 years ago I would have been able to do it. Not now,I’m 71.
Hi I am 76 and did the same watch repair and service as Marshall and I enjoy it immensely. My hands are steadier now and my eyes are just not too good but I have a microscope, loupes and magnifier glasses. Go for it
I startd to learn wachmaking but Ive have severely shake hands an found if i started witha rolexx Id endup with an alarmm cock thatwould nevr workagain 😢
He hosts the Limited Resources podcast about Magic: the Gathering. He's also done Magic gameplay videos/streams in the past, but I don't think he really does those anymore. He frequently does commentary for Magic Pro Tour events, as well, although he skipped the most recent one to concentrate a little more on other projects (like this watch channel).
The narrative is captivating. I started watching the channel out of curiosity. I continue to watch for the relaxation. Words are insufficient to capture why. Just is.
A small tip that helped me out a lot. You can oil the bearing surface on the mainspring arbor directly before putting it in and putting on the mainspring bridge. This way you can make sure the oil is in the correct spot as it can be hard to oil that bearing surface correctly without being messy with the oil if you do it after putting in the mainspring bridge.
Over lubrication can happen with anything. You put too much oil in your car, you're going to have a bad time. Put too much lube on a firearm you're going to have a bad time.
What makes it a dive watch is the outer bezel acts as a timer. At depth, the bezel is set so the minute hand lines up with the amount of bottom time you set. As the minutes go by, the bezel shows the remaining bottom time. Essentially counting down to zero. The bezel has a ratcheting mechanism so it only rotates counter clockwise. If it accidentally gets bumped it can only display less bottom time available, not more. While replaced with dive computers and the like, when this style of watch was released, recreational scuba was very much in its infancy, so this was cutting edge.
Picked up a MAMACOO's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
Hi Marshall,. I have a similar watch, first year of production. I bought it brand new in 1971 for $124.95. During my career I ware this watch for 40 years and it’s on my wrist currently. I have others but this is my fav.
I was an avid diver for decades. Started with a dive watch and analog depth gauge. I moved over to the integrated digital dive computer when they came out, but I always wore my dive watch and set the bezel for dive time, just in case. I always wanted a Submariner, but they were always out of my price range. The dial and lume on this one are just amazing. You are a lucky man.
Marshall. New found respect by you filming and posting your errors as instruction on the hobby. My wife is a college math professor and always promotes "failing forward"! You rock!
Excellent, good to know an experienced watch guy like you makes the same mistakes as a newbie like myself. Love your calm articulate commentary you obviously love your "hobby".
Mr Marshal I Thank-you very much for your efforts to share, provide amd teach us. You are a gift in many ways you have read from us your fans... Thank you for all you do. A fan named Muel
I love watching your videos in bed while I relax,, they are so interesting yet so easy to watch, you have the most relaxing voice lol and how you have so much to say in every video without even repeating yourself is so good lol I also love how you react in post as if you was reacting to stuff for the first time. FYI 3 bar (43.51 psi) is the equivalent of 19.6 meters (64.3 feet) underwater, just incase anyone was wondering because I know I was lol.
Thanks for sharing your patience as you worked to repair your watch. I gives me license to have patience with myself as I begin this hobby as well. Cheers there. Hahah, just caught the Bob Ross comment, so true!
I have a 2007 16610 which I keep serviced; I dive to 20 m with it all the time--but check that the crown is secure every time. These watches, as you mention, are meant to be used.
your skillset is amazing, Sir you are a true craftsman. so nice to see a beautiful watch reconditioned with such care and expertise, wonderful video thankyou for showing this.
Bob Ross of watch repair 💪
"Happy Little Accidents?" 🤔😂 Great thing to see this happen even with pros.
Marshall is my favorite, and he is as relaxing as Bob Ross to listen to, but to be fair to other watchmaking UA-camrs, I have yet to come across an adrenaline-fueled, high-energy, balls-to-the-wall watchmaking channel on UA-cam. I'd honestly love to watch some Red Bull™️ EXTREME WATCH REPAIR for my early morning watchmaking fix.
@@SteelyEyedMissileDan I love Marshalls calm aura. It reflects on me and im relaxed too, to be honest. Love that
F you mean, where’s the paint?
😂 faaacts
I appreciate the humility you display on your channel, Marshall. There'd be no reason, in a manner of thinking, not to skip over that part, no one being the wiser. But it shows your honesty and candor, being willing to show the internet your mistakes, big or small as they are. And that's true character.
I do love that part in the video but as soon as I heard that mechanical sound that I've never heard in any of these vids, I cringed. A hundred bucks for one sprocket? Oh man, I wouldn't be laughing at myself either.
@@thatjeff7550this is why I will always pay whatever Rolex wants to service my personal vintage watch. I appreciate those who can actually do this type of work. Great video.
Absolutely true, Marshall could have easily edited that part out, paid the $150 for the new part, and no one would have known. But like every great teacher, and person of high character, he knows his mistakes are learnable and therefore teachable moments.
This is what makes the US justice system so frustrating . It's not , hey you made a mistake , paid the price or punishment, and it's over and done with. No it's forever held against a person and they, if they even have the resources to do so, must go to court to have the history removed.
I can't believe any country that says it's based on "Christian" values has so little forgiveness. There is nothing in the Bible, or any behavior literature , that says this is effective in changing behavior.
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This gave me flashbacks of my dad taking apart our 1979 zenith color console tv. When he put it back together,it worked fine,but there was a pile of screws and even a small wire sitting on top. Dad just said those were spare parts.🤔🤩
But it works !
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Was probably a grounding wire tbh 😂
hahahaha
My theory is, if you take it apart and put it back together enough times, there'll be enough spare parts to create another one.
As addictive as collecting watches, watching you service them is just as rewarding. Thank you.
I'm new to collecting watches, and i can attest to the addiction part lmao.
I don't collect watches, but I do LOVE watching Marshall service them... it's my ASMR.
Most definitely!
every time i watch a video I just end up searching for watches I shouldn't be buying
You think watch collecting is addictive? You don’t know Axe collecting. The ancient tool that won the hearts of human beings thousands of years ago and continues today.
Just wanted to say I was given the same Submariner as a graduation present in 1973. At that time it cost $256. I still wear it every day; never leaves my wrist.
I'll give you 285
As a physicist, I’ve to point that tritium glows without the need of an external source of energy hitting it (the nucleus of the isotope decays and emits energy in the form of light), while modern luminescent material glows after exposure to external light by phosphorescence (electrons get excited to a higher energy level and then slowly return to their ground state emitting energy in the form of light)
The shot starting at 22:33 was fantastic, the movement and focus change was so smooth, and with the balance oscillating it just made the shot fantastic, keep up the amazing work Marshall!
I tought i was the only one who saw it
I went back to watch it, you're right that was a great shot.
There's a saying in my country - the cobbler's shoes always have holes. I'm just happy it was something you were able to replace; stuff like that happens to the best of us. Cheers and thanks for another great video.
What country might that be?
It sounds cool and want to know where it came from lol. What language is it said in?
@@CVertigo1 Armenia ))) in my language it is written կոշկակարի կոշիկը միշտ ծակ է լինում ։))
There's a similar saying in english "the cobbler's child goes unshod". I was looking these sorts of sayings up and I think my favourite so far is from Spain "En casa de herrero, cuchillo de palo" or "In the blacksmith's house the knifes are wood".
Do these expressions mean that the cobbler (or the blacksmith) cannot afford to devote his labour for the benefit of his own family, in effect he cannot afford his own services?
I read an article about a guy that restores vintage Ferraris for well to do customers such as the fashion designer Ralph Lauren. In the article he said he doesn't work on his own cars because it would him so much in revenue.
Love the videos, Marshall! I am a university lecturer, and I love listening/watching to these as I do my grading.
Got to ask. How can you watch and grade papers at the same time 😁😁
@ronallen6578 It's more like when doing the excel and paperwork part. 😄 The whole process can be stressful. Listening to this helps be stay calm and productive.
I have a 5513 bought in 1969 in Vietnam and still wear it daily like you! Best watch on the planet.
Been there done that with my 1675 gmt master and a 1016 explorer... sourcing parts almost brought me to tears. It feels a little better knowing it happens to even the best of us (refering to you and your quality content). Keep up the good work... not breaking stuff.. the content 😉
My Grandpa was the first or one of the first jewelers to bring Rolex to Boise, Idaho. He wore a day date President (hollow bracelet). My dad wore that after his dad died from 75-85 when he bought his first sub. Sold that as he was starting his business and needed the money in 93 shortly after I was born. My mom bought him another sub date for his 50th in 2001 and they gifted me a sub date (ceramic) in 2015 when I graduated college.
Really cool channel, Marshall! Thanks for sharing.
Oh and don’t forget to add your site link to your page links! I know what I’m getting my dad for Xmas ✌️
Idaho is not well respected.
Thanks again for the fantastic journey with the Rolex. I struggle to engage with so many videos even much shorter ones, but your presentation, narration, enthusiasm, videography and professionalism keeps me engaged fully from the 1st to the very last moment. 1st class content that isn’t ruined by unnecessary nonsense and horrid music, please keep it up!
Looking at you restoring the Submariner, my memory goes back to where mine is located...in 45 feet of water, 1/2 mile west of Saba Island on the Saba bank. Long story; but oh how I miss the simple, understated and functional look of that watch. And you know, back in 1969 when I bought it in St. Thomas, it wasn't that expensive. Ah well, such is life. Love your channel, man!
It's waiting to be found probably. Underwater metal detector needed.
You have to wonder how many watches are ‘lost at sea’.
As a watchmaker hobbyist I cheered your honesty and your dedication to being open with your followers. Massive respect - we all learn a valuable lesson in humility and dedication to your craftsmanship from you! Cheers
I'm watching this after watching the mtg pro tour today...JUST now put together the voice. Woah. You are great marshall I love all the things you do and didn't know it was you who did them
That dial is spectacular! Absolutely perfectly aged. Thank you for sharing, Marshall!
It looks beautiful. Lovely watch
It's refurbished......
Hi Marshall. I have been following your channel for quite a time and guess what ? Last month i bought myself a Seiko 5 sports automatic wristwatch. I locked my battery driven fancy watches in a drawer and i am now fully confident measuring time on my Seiko - i only have to move myself to keep it going...
A simple dial with date indication and three indicators, a matt brushed stainless steel case, a transparant bottom so you can see the movement (so nice !) and an olive green NATO strap to keep it on my left wrist. Man, i am so proud !!
And it ticks !! The sound of a ticking watch can be so relaxing. Keep up the channel !
Be careful; you can soon find yourself with an armful of Seikos. They are so lovely.
@brians654 sadly I already have that problem.
Which model did you get, the SRPG33?
Seikos are so awesome. Just wait until you get into the seiko 5 modding.
Seiko 5’s are great!
Thanks, Marshall. Any chance you could do a video where you use the stuff from the watch repair kit to disassemble a movement? It would be a great tutorial. Thanks.
41:33 missing cap jewels on the escape wheel is one of the main reasons for low amplitude. There are two options in this case. The first one is to add the missing jewels and springs. The second opinion would be to flip the jewels (in this case they will work as regular ones).
Sshh, go to sleep.
Appreciate the honesty in showing your mistakes. Not all restoration projects work out as hoped. Thanks and great video!
I know your heart sank when you saw the broken pivot. Glad it was easily remedied, if not cheaply. Thank you so much for your work and these videos! You're such a pleasure to listen to and I eat up learning more and more about watchmaking.
Marshall I went in the pool with my 126710 GMT when it was new and I forgot the crown was unscrewed from setting it earlier in the day and when I realized it my heart dropped and I immediately screwed it in. Later that day I went see my watchmaker at the AD. He opened it and said it was perfect and that the triple lock crown is pretty water proof even when unscrewed. Needless to say I am much more careful since!
I don’t understand why people take their expensive watches in chlorine pools and salt water oceans.
@@ruskibruski And I don't understand people that treat objects as precious. You got it, use it.
@@ruskibruskiwhere else are you supposed to use a diving watch?
@@ruskibruskiwhere else are we going to test 300 meters of water resistance?
@@ruskibruskii mean a rolex is a tool watch and you can use them as tools so they are build for these conditions so why dont do it and have fun about that expensive watch youve bought?
That is a gorgeous watch dial!!
Thank you for sharing!
I've had a submariner with date since 1990. It was the first Submariner with sapphire crystal. This watch has been on multiple dives not just a fashion accessory! Thanks for another great podcast. Cheer Hamish (Patreon member)
I love hearing from others that use their watch for what it was made to do. I've worn my submariner while diving, swimming in the ocean, showering, skydiving and many other fun stuff and must say I've never worried about my watch getting damaged. I hate seeing Rolex watches that look flawless. They were made to be worn and survive. Keep your watch alive and keep wearing it.
I wear my 1987 blue/gold submariner everyday and have done well over 1000 dives with it and still dive.
@johnclifton9052 That watch is loving life.
Marshall I always enjoy seeing how you repair and service these watches! Well done!
really love the older Rolex, not so bulky nor overly large nor overly heavy, just right !!!. Also seems so much more elegant than the more complex modern versions !!!, B.E.A.Utiful !!!
Mr. Marshall. I really appreciate how much you explain how the watch works and you do it again and again in all your vids. The other good thing about your work is that I feel like you’re having a conversation with me instead of reading a script. Lastly, I like that you don’t do a wristwatch check like every other watch channel. Well done.
Signed,
1956 Pie Pan Connie with gold cap.
“Dad what are you watching “ says my 14 yo. I explained and now he’s hooked. Lol. Great video once again. I’m saving for my Rolex. I can’t wait.
Thanks for another great video. I also think it's great that you don't edit out any mistakes that you make. Very motivational!
If I can be pedantic for a moment, tritium does not glow. It radiates a steady stream on electrons due to beta-decay. That radiation in turn causes the phosphorescent material in the lume to glow. Due to the short half-life of tritium such lumes are only useful for 20 to 30 years.
Thanks for another great watch video!
Dead right. Accurate is not synonymous with pedantic.🙂
Said it much better than me, shoulda read the comments first.
Half life of H3 is like 12.5 yrs.
It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of AMZWATCH's watch 99% of people will never see.
If you were my neighbor, I would have been knocking on your door for a service on my 16713, 2005 GMT Master II, black dial, gold/stainless case & bracelet. I just took it to one of the Rolex dealers in the Denver area. Full service including a new mainspring, new tube and crown was about $950. They did not advertise it, but when they saw I was a USMC vet, they knocked 10% off the total. While not cheap, I felt that they charged a fair price. I would have liked to put a transparent case back on it, but Rolex won't install an aftermarket part and won't warrant their work if one is installed. There is a place in Germany that makes these for about $200 and they have a higher pressure rating than the watch does. I will get one installed when my service warranty expires.
I don’t have a regular wristwatch, but I love to watch this. Fun to learn more about you and your dedication to the hobby 🙂 and one day I hope to find that one who feels right for me.
Your videos are my stress free zone
I carry two dive computers (you never know when the battery compartment on one is going to flood, so have a backup) when I dive. And I wear a dive watch. Back-up to the back-up is the only way to dive.
I have started collecting watches recently. All newer within 5 years old. All automatic watches. I have been watching your videos a lot and I love your videos I’ve always loved the look of skeletonize dials so I can see all the parts move. I have 2 bulovas and 1 citizen.
Submariner’s were meant to be worn in the ocean. I scratched the crap out of mine while in the Turks and Caicos snorkeling for Conch. The people we were with freaked out at how calm I was. I said it added character and a story to be told.
This channel has become my new joy. Really enjoy the craftmanship, and your commentary is always very calm and soothing. I also feel like I learn something. 5* would recommend :)
Beautiful 5513. I recently had the opportunity to restore a vintage 61 5512 Sub. These is something so endearing about these vintage Rolex Sub that just cannot be replicated in modern pieces today. Keep up the great work and thanks for the vid content.
This guy is the best to watch & listen to idc what you do in life always aim to do it the best you can and to see how far he’s come from his first video , god bless my brother ! Keep up the good work !!
These videos are always a treat, thank you!
No way I could ever do that. Don’t have the patience but whenever I come across one of your videos, I just can’t stop watching it. I love the narration.👍👍👍
Hello Marshall
Just wanted to show some appreciation for the incredible work you put into these videos.
It’s my favorite thing to put on in the evening after a long day.
Hats off to you man!
Love your work and voice overs and not seen UA-cam in a while, great content as usual.
Watching from wales 🏴 uk 👍🏻
As an actual "Submariner" who served 4 years on a submarine and earned my Dolphins I have always wanted a Rolex Submariner. Yours is awesome and I love the nerdy Meters First easter egg!
Did you ever get one? Have to do it before getting too old 😮. Good luck
You might consider the Armida A6. It’s a high-quality beauty with 990 ft. of water resistance. I’m beyond pleased with mine. I’m pretty sure that the sapphire crystal can be replaced with an acrylic one.
Most humble/genuine guy ever❤..im addicted to your videos and thank god they are all 1h plus❤
Wears the EPIC 1016 while working on his killer 5512! Well done Marshall!
It’s a 5513, not a 5512.
"Dad, Dad, come look. You said your Rolex is water tight. You were right! See, none of the water comes out again." ;)
I’m a tools guy, love my specialty tools I use on my antique Lionel model trains earliest one is from 1914 so I’m really into your channel besides your great personality and enthusiasm in what you are doing 🙂
Apart from breaking that pivot 😩, nice work Marshall: 👌👏👍!
Hi Marshall, I have watched every one of your videos from day dot and appreciated each and every one. I don't think I have ever messaged you before but now is the right time (pun intended) to tell you how much I like your stuff. You got me in to collecting older mechanical watches, of which I now have a few, including a 1971 Tudor and a 1948 Cyma automatic bumper - all because I learned 'stuff' from you, thank you. I'd love to send you one of my watches for you to feature it some time. All the best Chris K (from the UK)
23:04 I realized I had kind of zoned out to the ASMR, until I thought he said he was applying "bacon grease" to the mainspring barrel! Hahahaha! :-) No, no... "braking grease". That's much better! :-) Keep up the good work! :-)
😂 that was before synthetics...
I have watched so many of your videos and they bring me more comfort than most any other video content out there.
With that said... I recently decided to take apart a miniature carriage clock (emphasis miniature).
I am now in this moment realizing the truly tiny size of the clock I've got on my hands. I had assumed "oh mini carriage clock, basically a watch" (my dad and I have a few), but now I am looking at it's pallet fork which looks about 1/3 the size of the one on your watch...maybe even a 1/4 the size. The clock is about the height of a bigger Rolex lug to lug, placed on end. I now understand why our clock repair guy turned it away based on the work as his eyes are getting old.
My dad and his father before him both collected clocks their whole lives and in todays age I enjoy watches & clocks alike... with my dad much more discriminatory towards "watch people" haha, apparently there is much historical discrimination in the two communities. That discrimination now long passed, perhaps by a generation --apparently so! I find it quite funny to hear him grumble no less haha, especially with his recently invigorated fascination with carriage clocks which are nearly watches in scale at least (sorta).
An aside you may enjoy:
From the clock repair books I have been reading one author when describing the platform balance wheel/escapement of carriage clocks wrote "for these parts the repair lies in the province of the watchmaker". --So perhaps this division in the two communities has deeper ground hah!
Keep up the great stuff, thanks so much for all the content Marshall.
(This one was extra great btw)
Was just watching some old MTG Pro Tour videos and to my surprise I hear...…"Is that a glory bringer?!" in a familiar voice. Wild to hear that. So cool. Keep up the great work being involved in all my hobbies. lol
Considering that many people think of you as the Bob Ross of mechanical watch restoration, take an advice from the OG himself with this great quote:
"There are no mistakes, just happy accidents." -- Bob Ross
I've always enjoyed watching your videos and I hope that someday, I also would be able to get into this hobby.
Yeah well Bob was talking about painting, bozo
@@X11CHASE No need to get huffy!
@@X11CHASE For the artist and those who like art, painting probably means something much more than a slur - but to the troll, it means nothing...
Finally! Was just watching one of your videos earlier and thinking "When is he going to drop?!"
The disassembly always reminds me of that old game "Operation" 🙂
Stunning dial
I love everything about this channel....Your technical skill, the filming, the detailed explanations.... And the icing on the cake is that you sound exactly like Seth Rogen! 😃
Your explanation of how tritium makes lume glow is incorrect. It is radioactive. But its own beta particle emissions, when captured by the phosphorus is the lume, causes the phosphorus to glow. No other source of light is involved.
the hell up
@@Robertzebbright.
Indeed. No light needed.
Firearm night sites use tritium vials for this reason. Although the brightness does fade over time
Marshall mentioned he started out by collecting Heuer watches. My only watch is a Heuer Regatta, which I've had since the '80s. The original owner had no idea how it worked, and wound it until the stem broke. Heuer did repair and service, watch still runs fine.
Marshall, it might just be the angle of the camera but when you look at the watch face at 56:53, the markers on the outer ring do not align with the 3 and 9 o'clock markers on the watch face, whereas the 12 and 6 o'clock are perfectly aligned. Is that normal? I have OCD and it would drive me crazy.
The outer part is just turned a bit.
My favorite Rolex, I never tire of watching you work, thanks for sharing!
I love your videos! It’s really encouraging me to do some more of this type of repair work! Thanks for doing this!
Another beautiful result. Hats off for continuing to include your own mistakes and allowing people to learn from them
I find you videos very calming! Although I am not so much in the precision mechanic domain (more of an electrical engineer) but I seriously love watching your stuff
Any links to the content you create in the gaming space? I love this content and would not be opposed to more.
Search for his name and MTG. He’s even bigger there than here.
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
Beautiful dial!
Gorgeous watch and great vid again Marshall. I've started wearing a finger cot on my right hand ring finger as, like you, I found it often touched the movement when I use it to stabilise my hand. We've all seen those etched on prints from previous watchmakers!! Something to consider 👍
Were you able to find the broken pivot?
Probably stuck to the underside of the bridge... He'd already oiled it.
23:18 good bye little arbor, it was nice knowing you
Being to service & repair your own Rolex, that has to be a great feeling, well done & enjoy for many years.
Yum! Wristwatch Revival Breakfast 🥞
For me it’s dinner time
Yesterday I came to your channel looking for a video and nothing. What a nice video this is, worth the wait
I would like to do this but at my age my eyesight just isn’t that good for small detail work. 25 years ago I would have been able to do it. Not now,I’m 71.
Hi I am 76 and did the same watch repair and service as Marshall and I enjoy it immensely. My hands are steadier now and my eyes are just not too good but I have a microscope, loupes and magnifier glasses. Go for it
I startd to learn wachmaking but Ive have severely shake hands an found if i started witha rolexx Id endup with an alarmm cock thatwould nevr workagain 😢
This channel is the best. Such a likable narrator.
What gaming content creation do you do? Is it another channel here on UA-cam? I'm curious
He does a podcast about The "Magic-The Gathering" card game. I don't remember what it's called.
He hosts the Limited Resources podcast about Magic: the Gathering. He's also done Magic gameplay videos/streams in the past, but I don't think he really does those anymore. He frequently does commentary for Magic Pro Tour events, as well, although he skipped the most recent one to concentrate a little more on other projects (like this watch channel).
The narrative is captivating. I started watching the channel out of curiosity. I continue to watch for the relaxation. Words are insufficient to capture why. Just is.
I am curious, do you talk and shoot and do this all at once? Or am I correct in thinking you talk over after. Either way, always great 😊
he talks after for sure
A small tip that helped me out a lot. You can oil the bearing surface on the mainspring arbor directly before putting it in and putting on the mainspring bridge. This way you can make sure the oil is in the correct spot as it can be hard to oil that bearing surface correctly without being messy with the oil if you do it after putting in the mainspring bridge.
Over lubrication can happen with anything. You put too much oil in your car, you're going to have a bad time. Put too much lube on a firearm you're going to have a bad time.
I'm a scuba diver. We don't use watches. Instead are bottom timers. Measuring decompression safety.
What makes it a dive watch is the outer bezel acts as a timer. At depth, the bezel is set so the minute hand lines up with the amount of bottom time you set. As the minutes go by, the bezel shows the remaining bottom time. Essentially counting down to zero. The bezel has a ratcheting mechanism so it only rotates counter clockwise. If it accidentally gets bumped it can only display less bottom time available, not more.
While replaced with dive computers and the like, when this style of watch was released, recreational scuba was very much in its infancy, so this was cutting edge.
You broke your own Rolex? Well, the grocers' family is always hungry. The cobblers kids are always barefoot. So, there you go.
Cmon, you probably skipped the entire video, right? Be happy and learn! Marshall teaches for free his passion, love to him ❤
So the watch repair guy doesn't know what time it is😅
@@limon93studio lol I watch his videos over and over 🤣
So go on and change the world :) why are you waisting your time on UA-cam…
get over yourself. do something to make your mommy happy. because this is not it
The weather is cold outside, and its the end of a hard working week, this is the best video that would cheer you up
First, First :D
Beautiful watch! As always your videos are a Zen moment for me.
This is a great example of examining your own work over time.
Picked up a MAMACOO's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
you're really good at voiceovers - it blends the line between live and post-production
I only own 1 watch, a 16600, 2004 model. 20 years later: one new bracelet, one new bezel, one service, and now a bezel spring, I still love it.
Hi Marshall,.
I have a similar watch, first year of production. I bought it brand new in 1971 for $124.95. During my career I ware this watch for 40 years and it’s on my wrist currently. I have others but this is my fav.
I was an avid diver for decades. Started with a dive watch and analog depth gauge. I moved over to the integrated digital dive computer when they came out, but I always wore my dive watch and set the bezel for dive time, just in case. I always wanted a Submariner, but they were always out of my price range.
The dial and lume on this one are just amazing. You are a lucky man.
Marshall. New found respect by you filming and posting your errors as instruction on the hobby. My wife is a college math professor and always promotes "failing forward"! You rock!
Excellent, good to know an experienced watch guy like you makes the same mistakes as a newbie like myself. Love your calm articulate commentary you obviously love your "hobby".
Mr Marshal
I Thank-you very much for your efforts to share, provide amd teach us.
You are a gift in many ways you have read from us your fans...
Thank you for all you do.
A fan named Muel
I love watching your videos in bed while I relax,, they are so interesting yet so easy to watch, you have the most relaxing voice lol and how you have so much to say in every video without even repeating yourself is so good lol I also love how you react in post as if you was reacting to stuff for the first time. FYI 3 bar (43.51 psi) is the equivalent of 19.6 meters (64.3 feet) underwater, just incase anyone was wondering because I know I was lol.
Thanks for sharing your patience as you worked to repair your watch. I gives me license to have patience with myself as I begin this hobby as well. Cheers there. Hahah, just caught the Bob Ross comment, so true!
I have a 2007 16610 which I keep serviced; I dive to 20 m with it all the time--but check that the crown is secure every time. These watches, as you mention, are meant to be used.
your skillset is amazing, Sir you are a true craftsman. so nice to see a beautiful watch reconditioned with such care and expertise, wonderful video thankyou for showing this.