My Watchmaker Friend Asked Me to Work On Her Rolex Oysterdate!
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- Опубліковано 23 вер 2022
- Marshall's friend (who works as a Rolex watchmaker) asks him to do a service on this lovely Oyster Date, including replacing the mainspring! Even though it's a bit nerve-wracking to do work on a real watchmaker's watch for them, it's a great opportunity
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Hi everyone, I’m the infamous Jen! Amazing job Marshall. I was grinning all the way through. I love this channel and what you’re doing for the industry. It was my absolute pleasure to have you take the time on my little vintage buddy. Keep it up, Marsh, you’re amazing. ❤❤❤
@@tetedur377 yes! That is standard practice, those are previous watchmakers that have serviced this piece. They used to actually etch it into the case back but we’ve since moved on to just Sharpie’s. It does a great job of letting each watchmaker how long it’s been and that helps us know what we might be needing to take a closer look at when we do an initial look.
@@jenrockwell5149 Well, using Sharpies instead of engraving "Kilroy wuz here" on the inside of the caseback does make sense. Because after a couple of services you'll have more unerasable graffiti in there than the Great Pyramid of Gizeh. A Sharpie can at least be taken off with a solvent.
Have not watched all the way through yet Jen so I hope Marshall doesn't answer in the video :-) What year is this watch?
@@veganbutcherhackepeter exactly! 😅
@@alanmckinnon6791 it’s 1964 ☺️
I enjoy your attention to detail while working on these watches and have learned so much in the last year following you. One thing I don't think people realize is the incredible camera work and editing required to film such tiny work. Thank you for what you do sir!
You’re speaking for many of us ….. thank you, too!
Very much yes. I’ve seen watchmakers with way more followers than Marshall that don’t take near the care he does with Rolex movements. I’m talking putting scratches on parts and overall rough handling.
I can tell Marshall takes EXTREME pride in his work, and it’s awesome! If I had a Rolex, I’d trust him 150% over me to service/repair it!
Thank you very much, I appreciate that! I do put a lot of effort into each video :)
@@WristwatchRevival and from all of us Marshall "it shows"
@@WristwatchRevival man I’m not even into watches and I watch your videos just to relax before bed. Absolutely love the style and commentary. Well done
I am a pilot, I don't leave the ground without my Rolex Air King. I have it serviced every two years just for the reason you gave: Preventive maintenance. Keep it well maintained, you will extend the life almost indefinitely. My guy told me that I don't need to service it that often, but I have it timed with my plane's annual so while it's down, so is my watch. I am a creature of habit, as most pilots are. It's how we stay alive
Having worked in the back end of an airline's reliability group I think this is one of the things that people have no idea about. Good training, good habits, good practices, consistent operations, preventative maintenance are what keep those birds in the air.
Don't cut yourself short Marshall, you are a really good watch repair guy. You are the go to guy even for pro's.
Well said I would put it like he's proper good.
Nearly 0.5 million subscribers! Wow man - I've been with you pretty much from the beginning and it's been great to see your journey.
looks like 455000 somewhat crazy people, lol
I find it funny how you brought up the crossover between automotive and watch hobbyists. I’ve lived around working on cars my whole life both as a hobby and professionally, over the past few weeks I’ve been watching your videos and you’ve inspired me to give a watch a go similar to the vintage omega sea master in one of your other videos, wish me luck.
You know what would be youtube gold? Seeing Jen's honest first reaction while watching this video! :)
That would be awesome actually you're right (also terrifying!)
First thing I did was scroll down to see if she left a comment. Too bad, love to see what she thinks of this
@@valuedhumanoid6574 that’s what I was doing😂
Would love to see a pro critique an amateur
@@WristwatchRevival You might wish to pin her comment to you that she left just 48 minutes ago... 😁
Ah the old shoemakeer's kids problem. To busy doing work of others doesn't have time to do work for themselves.
“Too” busy…😊
Yeah, doing work for yourself doesn't pay the bills.
@@guardianaxiom205 No, but it saves you from hiring someone else!
Guys, why can't I see your avatars. Even your own. They are hidden. Do you see avatars?
@@TripLe..G mines just a G but I can see all yours 👍
I am a sucker for mechanical vintage watches and I never get tired of seeing you service and restore them. Amazing skills. It really relaxes me. ❤️
I've actually only just stumbled across your channel and find this absolutely fascinating. You actually gave me the confidence to remove the back of my Armani watch to reset the automatic winder (not sure if that's what it's called) which had popped off and I got it working again. It was my 21st birthday present from my mum so over 10 years old now. What amazes me still is how you just pop the bits down and know what to put where when you're rebuilding the watch. I hope to get one of these kits to build my own watch and explore the hobby further! I guess I'm saying thanks for spending the time making these videos.
And yet I watched the video entirely without remembering that it's almost an entire hour long and I've never regret doing it on these videos because I'm enjoying such contents
It's pretty cool that your friend, who I'm sure has watched many of your videos before, trusts you enough to service her Rolex. Good job!
Same thought, unbelievable good friend to send their watch valued at several thousand dollars. I would have been nervous just opening the back. I dont do watch repair but still enjoy Marshall's videos.
She will however have to readjust the calendar disk position a little more, as the previous day still shows a little bit. But then again: I am just astonished, that one can take on something as delicate as wristwatch repair as a hobby - and get such prowess with it! Awesome.
@@andrewspar436 I zoomed on the last part of the video at 40:41 where you can see the 21 lined up perfectly with the date window. Did I miss anything?
@@oldeucryptoboi Yes: Check e.g. around 36:54 or 39:38 and others: The "1" of the date is obviously slightly higher and sticks out a little bit, so it is visible when there is a "19" below, and a "20" displayed, but not when there is a "20" below with a "21" displayed.
My cousin had a shop in Decatur, Mississippi until the age of Walmart. I can still remember his desk, with all kinds of tools. Thanks for letting us come along with your work.
I absolutely love your videos Marshall, I literally lose track of time watching them and you make me wish I'd had a career in watch restoration. I wonder if its actually as relaxing as watching someone else restore them.
Dude... your monolog while you work is so great. Thank you!
Oh good. Another watch repair video from Marshall. Been waiting for a new one. These are always enjoyable to view. It's easier for me to see him do this than to try to do it myself with my shaky hands. He walks us thru everything at a reasonable pace and explains everything he is doing. Even his voice is soothing. Thank you Marshall.
Great video Marshall!!! I'm glad you're describing the basics again. It really does make it easier and more interesting for us newbies!!!
It’s great when you know a friend has such confidence in you. Those who have been following you for a long time know how impressive you are, but when someone in your circle (who is also professional in the field) entrusts you with such important things, it is a great pride and an honor. Congratulations Marshall. As always, great job.
I love the confidence and the skill set that you have built up over the years
I love the faith people around you have in your, the support you get, and the experience that you share with us as you go!
I love to turn on your channel as the most chill, calming background sound when I'm working (I work from home). I'd love to see more of the brands you talked about that are crazy high end like you talked about on another video (much higher than Rolex because of fit and finish of the mechanism, etc). Only because I'd love to see you challenge yourself more and more because you're amazing! Love ya and the channel!
I grew up taking things apart to learn how they work. I remember taking a apart a $20 stopwatch as a kid and never being able to get it to work again. This channel admittedly makes me want to give it another shot now that I am grown and have access to the internet and a means to get the proper tools.
I wasn't really taken to the subject of timepieces until I came across your channel. The more I watch (pun intended), the more I can appreciate the work that goes into making these pieces while understanding that they're wearable works of art, beyond being just a mere status symbol. I love your commentary and attention to detail. Ok that's enough flattery.
I've always loved machining and the precision seen in such things is so remarkable.
Thank you Jen for the watch and Marshall for the expertise in this video. I love the content and learn more each time.
its always a great pleasure to watching and listening to you work.
If you are having a bad day...put this channel on and just watch and listen to the commentary. He rewires watches and rewires you brain in a good way.
very soothing in fact
If I watch (/snicker) one of his video's late at night his voice always puts me to sleep. Marshall, If you read this you should look in to doing audio bedtime books for kids, lol
Yes, that's right, I am interested in car for whole my life. But starting watching watchmaking videos out of only lime killing. But yesterday, I bought my ( first) watchmaking tool kit. Congratulations for the good videos and narration.
I’m always happy when your vids come across my feed. It’s a great mix of “I know exactly what’s gonna happen” and “I wonder what’s gonna happen”.
Hello Marshall, I've been watching your videos for a while and have truly enjoyed them, and still do! You have inspired me to delve into this hobby with your mix of back story and technical detail. I own an aircraft maintenance facility and have been an aircraft technician for 20 years. The two are more similar than you would imagine! Thank you for being willing to share your experience and skill! Keep up the great work, it is absolute intrigue and therapy for the mind.
Another certified watchmaker here looking over your shoulder :-) Good to see you doing it all the right way. Keep up the great work!
Being from a mechanical background I’m absolutely amazed by not only the complexity, but the level of craftsmanship on these older watches. Like, you think that a car engine from the 60s was ahead of its time, but then you see a watch with its intricate details at a vastly smaller scale and it’s absolutely astonishing.
I’m always awestruck watching these and am split on attempting to pick this up as a hobby because I have several watches that need some TLC.
My Grandpa was a watch repairer in London in the early 1900's and its so nice to watch you at work in modern times. Lovely.
For a while I wondered why I enjoy these videos.
The most expensive watch I have ever bought was a Timex, I tried wearing an analog watch for a while and kept reading it wrong so I went back to digital. I could not afford the straps you use, not to mention the watches.
I figured it out.
You are the reason I enjoy these videos.
You calmly explain what everything is and what it does.
You have a good time (most of the time) and that comes through the videos.
The enthusiasm you have can be felt and is contagious.
It is rare anymore for people, men in particular, to be sincere.
It is "cool" to be aloof, to not care about anything.
We can tell you really do care for these watches.
It is wholesome and enjoyable to watch.
Keep doing what you do Marshal.
I will keep watching!
Fantastic, your videos relax and chill me out ! My Grandfather, the horologist, who I have talked about before would have loved such videos. One of his specialities was cuckoo clocks and when he died we found of 30 of them he had collected ! He also used to service pocket watches for the gentry. Keep up the good work, regards, Ady
it is always a pleasure to watch your videos, marshall! i learned so much from you! im hoping to see more projects from you :)
Watching your videos helped me decide to jump into the watchmaking world and service my own watches ! Thank you so much !
Officially addicted to your videos, Marshall! Simply AMAZING! I'm learning so much from you!🤝🏽
Great Job Marshall! You are right (at least in my case).. I have been working on cars and small engines since I was a little kid and continue to this day. About the watch cleaning machine.. I did want one. However they are kind of expensive and hard to find. So for now I use four flat sided jars in a base and a basket system I made. The jars contain one with L&R #111, two with #3 and one with 99.5% IPA. The basket I made is attached to a steel rod and I lower the basket with the parts into the solutions and spin them by hand for about 5 minutes each and then using a cordless drill to spin fluid off of each one before moving on to the next. I then dry with a regular old hair dryer I bought for the purpose. This works wonderfully well for me for now. I do have plans and a parts list laid out to build my own little machine so I don't have to do it by hand anymore. In the end it will cost me about 200 dollars. Its a good solution for me anyway.
Great channel. Definitely appreciate your commentary. I’ve learned so much listening and watching you work :D
I gotta say, you do a really good job of both not assuming the viewer knows what you're doing, and not insulting your more technical viewers. Cheers!
I love watching Marshall working on watches, I've learnt so much from this Guy that I took restoring and servicing vintage watches up as my main hobby,and I love it.Especially the results when everythings rigged up and working! Thanks Marshall ,👍👍👍
Love following along. I've learned the names of all the parts now and try to anticipate what you're going to do next. I don't have the tools, nor the dexterity, but feel like I've learned so much about timepieces from watching your work. Thank you.
Excellent demonstration and professional to the core! Sincere respect from France. Excellente démonstration et professionnel jusqu'au bout des doigts ! Sincère respect de France .
Love this channel! Not into watch industry, but i appreciate a nice timepiece, as well as a restoration of such beautiful machines! Thinking about getting into the hobby, and would LOVE to see a video of a detailed, almost “step by step” process of disassembling, and naming of parts; that way we beginners could start “studying” the parts and removal processes! Thank you for taking the time for making these videos! God Bless!
Man I love your videos it’s so peaceful and beautiful watching something so complicated but simple come together.
Just got off work to this pleasant surprise. Drop videos everyday I demand daily watch repairs!!!! Lol great work brother.
Fixed my first watch last night! My buddy said his grandfather's watch needed a new battery so I wound it for him and it works like new
😂
Marshall’s always sooo modest too! Great episode! Cheers
Lovely, your videos are so relaxing and fun to watch, it's been awesome to see you grow these last 2 years.
It would have been awesome if Jen would have set up a version of that old "compressed snakes in a candy jar" gag for when you removed the case back.
This is good lol
Incredible. This gives me so many ideas.
Can't sleep. Perfect video to pass the time.
“Right on the money!” I love your enthusiasm and your vocal tone is absolutely perfect for what you’re doing. Thank you for sharing your content!
Wow, the way you expertly explained everything, my new favorite channel on UA-cam!!!
The careful and precise way you work on a watch, made me work more carefully and more precise in my engineering job. Thank you!
Oh this is going to be a great day! Thanks Marshall for another upload! I'm pre-commenting because your content always deliver, no matter what - click!!
(after watching this) ...And surely enough, it just clicks! I absolutely love this channel!
@@Kombivar with the new mainspring provided we did not get the "click"
@@philiprice7875 As we all know, if there is something pleasant, it looses it's strength if you overdosing it, so maybe it's just me hungry for a dose of "click" 😂
Marshall, you have nothing to fear servicing this watch, you have the skills and tools to get it done right. What I'd love to know is the owners reaction to your work on her watch. Love your relaxing style here sir and the honest good work and attention to detail you do to these movements. Also your voiceover is just perfect, just the right amount of technical info and spoken in such a way that many can understand it.
Could never do that kind of thing, but love watching a master do it !! Amazing job !!
Re Servicing watches:- Every 5 to 10 years Rolex would like you to write them a blank cheque and allow them to service the watch. They decide what needs to be replaced through wear or not being original. This also applies to the bracelet if you are daft enough to let them get their hand on it. (They also apparently keep all the old parts)
How much of modern day Rolex is just down to advertising and their tight control of product availability? I have always wanted a Rolex but there is no way that they are worth the price-bubble of today.
Thank you for another enjoyable video.
Always love watching your channel you have a pleasant demeanor and I find it therapeutic watching you work.
What got you into this hobby and are you self taught?
I wanted a hobby where I could work with my hands again (don’t have space to work on cars anymore), and I am mostly self taught, though I did take the classes from Mark Lovick from watchfix.com and they were very useful for me starting out.
As a hobbyist, I love that I learn some little tip every time I watch one of these. I've watched a lot of watch repair videos to teach myself and I never before heard that palette fork pivots go unlubricated! Makes sense. I always put the lowest viscosity oil on them but I won't anymore. Thanks man!
Wow Marshall- your work is so fascinating! I just discovered you, & I’m learning so much… I can see how satisfying and rewarding it is, especially with pieces that you bring back to life- and for the long haul! It is quite poignant to me- these autonomous machines that are literally the measure of a person’s life. It’s when both the person and the watch have ceased to function, and then you have been able to restore all of the parts back to youthful vitality- and the moment you drop that balance in…. It is pretty miraculous! It’s really like the person lives on- as does this small mechanical object, with its coil-sprung, cog wheel heart, precious gem life force, oil blood and shiny armoured body fights on. You are dealing in past, present & future. I’d say not so much watch maker as Time Master!!!
Ditching my quartz collection. Going mechanical. Your channel is the cause of this milestone in my life. Thank you for the dedication to the craft and inspiration to take watches to the next level.
To me, you have such a soothing voice (yes, it might sound a tad creepy, but hear me out). Its like listening to a great story teller, telling a good adventure.
Ha, I've heard that before, I appreciate it
A great video as always! I am happy to have seen a lovely restoration, especially as I FINALLY have some basic tools and have been starting my own journey. Today I tore a junk movement to pieces.and put it back together. I feel so accomplished 🥲 thanks for the inspiration and encouragement!
Always soothing to watch you work & how cool to calm when working under slightly stress situation. Honestly it's a therapy session for me/us observing a pair of delicate hands on heirlooms. It's much cheaper than going to a shrink.! Cheers mate. Greetings from Australia.
Best excuse ever to buy new tools 👌
Hey, Marshall! In the gap between your last video and this one, I was actually given a mechanical watch second-hand! Unfortunately, it's not running very well, and the one guy near my home who works on mechanicals can't figure out what's wrong with it. It's a basic manual-wind watch without any calendar or chronograph options, and it will randomly lose 5 or 6 minutes after running true for a few weeks, even when wound fully every day. I still love it though, and it has become my everyday wear.
I'm only sorry I don't have the knowhow or access to tools within my budget, so I could try to get it better myself.
Have you ever worked on HMT watches? They are a goverment-owned company that makes reasonably affordable mechanical watches.
I don't think I have, but I have seen some around
I came into an HMT recently that I need to figure out too!
Marshall inspired me though, and now I have a full watchmaker’s bench 😅
@@finickybits8055 I wish I had the income, but I'm still a college student =(
This sounds to me like your cannon pinion is too loose and needs to be tightened.
@@GirishManjunathMusic check out Watch Wizard's youtube channel; he is at Pimple Saudagar, Pune, India and does HMT watches - seems his charges are quite reasonable. Another guy on youtube who works on HMT and other watches is Jai Bhavani watch Deepu Kulkarni, who is on the outskirts of Hyderabad, India. Not an endorsement - I have just seen their videos.
Marshall, you have fans around the world - yours truly from Hyderabad, India
It's awesome how a question will pop up in my mind but then you go and explain it. You've been there. Thanks.
Dar Marshall, I am not sure where is your patience coming from but it's something I really admire. Oh, and all cool tools that you accumulated. In awe. The videos are beautifully made. Thank you.
Did anybody else miss the satisfying sound of putting the mainspring back?🤪
I did!
Great Service for a Great Watch, Congratulations!
Was this Rolex perhaps a test ball in considerations of recruiting You as a sub contractor for a local Authorised Rolex Dealer who are known about their reluctance to service Vintage Rolexes? 😉
Haha I don't think so :) I make videos!
Having viewed a video of yours I always feel a little revived myself. This was a good one. Lovely watch and great job!
I have this watch! Mine's a birth year 1983. I love how simple the dial is.
I like how you don't have show that you put the parts back on in the wrong order, but you do anyway.
Wow!
Guys, why can't I see your avatars. Even your own. They are hidden. Do you see avatars?
Always a pleasure to watch your work. Thank you.
A absolute joy to watch.Thankyou and hats off to you sir.Will be watching many others.⌚⌚⌚
When you put all the pieces in the basket for washing aren't you concerned about them bashing into each other especially when the basket is spinning? The pallet fork jewels for example are easily damaged.
I wondered the same. I mean obviously it doesn't so I guess them being submerged and being so light weight equals no damage. But, yeah, the speed/force with which it was rotating the mesh baskets surprised me too.
No, being suspended in liquid essentially takes all of the risk out. Even then, I do put the smaller stuff together and the bigger stuff in the other basket though :)
You do the best videos. Great voiceover and editing and your voice is very soothing.
Thank you for posting such great videos of watch restoration. Look forward to seeing more from you!
Outstanding! Your attention to detail and talent are awesome!
A nice welcome video this morning Marshal. And a job well done.
Once again a pleasure to watch, I don't think my hands were ever that steady, well done.
I love this channel. Amazing narration, and quality of work is superb. The camera work is also amazing!!!
Hello. At around 17min mark. Your talking about the artistic/mechanical mix of watch works. For me, i find the vintage, mechanical watches as 1 of the closest examples of mechanical beauty that people have achieved. Really, when i think of the mastery of manufacturing processes involved in making these small, intricate, perfect parts and gears. The engineering and design and assembly involved.
Truly extraordinary achievements.
For this reason, among others, im drawn to vintage mechanical watches. I love the simplistic dials of that time. The sound of their workings. Everything about them.
Thank you for your content and explanations.
Take care.
What has surprised me over the last few months of watching your videos is that the more I know about watches, the more interesting it is to see you work on them. As you said, it's almost like working on a car engine....you hope for the easy job, but often there is something that gives you a challenge. Another greatly filmed and lighted video Marshall!!!
Ignore the comment about the package from telegram, it's a scam.
Great video! Enjoy your editing style and narration. Keep them coming. Cheers, Tim
Finally a new episode... I was checking every day for something new on the channel 😁
Love it! A 70's one of these with a black dial was my daily wear for the entire 00s. I kinda beat the hell out of it and it just kept going. Had it serviced this year and just need to start wearing it again.
Thanks for another awesome video! I'm sure Jen just wanted you to do this for a video. You have gotten so good! 💯💯💯
I always enjoy a vintage manual wind watch. This one being a rolex is the cherry on top. Thank you.
I've got the same watch. Such a lovely piece -- thank you for doing a 6694! Great seeing the movement and it getting the TLC you give every watch! Keep it up!
Oh the disappointment of a pre-loaded main spring, the click of the magic main spring tool is so satisfying! Great channel, love the commentary:)
I knew I wasn't the only one who was a little disappointed to not hear that thunk. 😂
It's always a divine pleasure watching your videos.
Thank you very much for providing one of the most exceptional content on UA-cam.
What I like is you explain everything on every video. You haven't "Moved on" assuming everyone already knows what you're doing to what and why. = ) Keep it up.
Seeing your videos makes me so happy. I hope to one day fix my antique pocket watch family heirloom.
Your right about the correlation between auto mechanics and watch makers. I'm not a expert in either but find a liking in both. Must be the mechanical aspect of the art and the process. Great video as usual.
i would love to own a rolex but they are so expensive i love your video's the beautiful crystal clear video image i can see every little part of the watch so clearly it makes such a difference and adds to the enjoyment of the video to watch it being taken apart cleaned and put back together best part is when the watch comes back to life again great to watch look forward to your next video thank's.
Hi again Marshall,
Once again you've done a great job.
Just amazing to watch how you work.
Thank you so much for sharing your passion with us all.
Blessings to you.
Thanks Rory :)
You're 100% correct about cars and watches. As an Audi technician and watch enthusiast, it hit home when you compared the two. Very few things combine artistic beauty and aesthetics with cutting edge technology and engineering.
Always a pleasure, thank you!