How A $3,000 Cartier Watch Is Professionally Restored | Refurbished | Insider

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  • Опубліковано 13 тра 2022
  • Joe runs the UA-cam channel Nekkid Watchmaker, where he restores vintage and antique watches. He shows us how he restores a Cartier Tank watch from the 1980s. He deconstructs the entire watch, fixes the movement, cleans dirt out of it, puts all of the parts into a cleaning solution, polishes the pieces, gold-plates the case, and reassembles it.
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  • @NekkidWatchmaker
    @NekkidWatchmaker 2 роки тому +131

    Mum look! I’m on the telly 🤗

    • @lndianScammer
      @lndianScammer 2 роки тому +2

      Very cool

    • @AmuuCanDraw69
      @AmuuCanDraw69 7 місяців тому

      Only one reply? Let me fix that

    • @Nutty...
      @Nutty... 5 місяців тому +3

      Joe is a celeb!

    • @Constantinus_Apollyon
      @Constantinus_Apollyon 5 місяців тому +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂 No freaking waaay 🎉🎉🎉

    • @Gondorff273
      @Gondorff273 Місяць тому +2

      You deserve it, Joe ! 😊 God bless you !

  • @judyddaddu
    @judyddaddu 2 роки тому +1308

    "Sometimes you just have to know when to stop." ~Joe
    He just gave us a life lesson unintentionally.

    • @crls_roger
      @crls_roger 2 роки тому +10

      For real

    • @adamharith6209
      @adamharith6209 2 роки тому +15

      That really got me

    • @BullsDaBears
      @BullsDaBears 2 роки тому +12

      That’s what he does. Watch his vids

    • @ronaldhuang2053
      @ronaldhuang2053 Рік тому

      Why don’t cancer cells listen

    • @Mikesmeyer88
      @Mikesmeyer88 Рік тому +4

      Good thing I learned that lesson at a young age. It's helped me many times.

  • @isis32
    @isis32 2 роки тому +319

    That watch looks like it was recovered from a shipwreck. Nekkid Watchmaker did an incredible job, and even the "flaws" just give the watch character. It's nice to see an expert at his craft.

    • @cechzc1u
      @cechzc1u Рік тому +5

      Not a shipwreck but Grave robbed

    • @hartze4946
      @hartze4946 4 місяці тому

      Exactamente

  • @Boo-pv4hn
    @Boo-pv4hn 2 роки тому +354

    It’s beautiful to see old being bought back as new and lovingly restored, love these sort of videos

    • @batman_2004
      @batman_2004 2 роки тому

      Old luxury items*

    • @snakedoktor6020
      @snakedoktor6020 2 роки тому +1

      *brought

    • @Boo-pv4hn
      @Boo-pv4hn 2 роки тому +6

      @@snakedoktor6020 you don’t know peoples reasons for spelling issues, you aren’t there tutor or there hospital recovery support. Clearly your bored, go and volunteer

    • @Boo-pv4hn
      @Boo-pv4hn 2 роки тому

      @@batman_2004 your not me.. so no it says old it means old

    • @snakedoktor6020
      @snakedoktor6020 2 роки тому +1

      @@Boo-pv4hn *their
      And you're right, I don't know. And I didn't say a single word about it either. Just made a notation, period.
      Plus, I've taught well over 400 people to speak and write English as a second language, for free, so maybe that's where it comes from.

  • @Daud76
    @Daud76 2 роки тому +74

    The Nekkid Watchmaker is one of my favourite channels and Joe one of my favourite of people. The way he chats and has "Trouble" with him in his workshop, makes it extra special. Keep up the good work, Joe, and great to see your video and yourself featured here! 😊

  • @Timmehhhhhh
    @Timmehhhhhh Рік тому +18

    "You have to put back each part where it belonges, or otherwise it won't work." Amazing insight. I'm happy they used someone with a technical background to narrate this video, otherwise that would have gone right over my head.

    • @SaxonSuccess
      @SaxonSuccess Рік тому +7

      I was surprised to learn he used a screwdriver to remove the screws.

    • @kapitanXbomber1989
      @kapitanXbomber1989 Рік тому

      ​@@SaxonSuccess He used screwdriver to remove TINY screws. It wasn't told what he uses to remove big screws. Maybe hammer :)

  • @one8s7n
    @one8s7n 2 роки тому +545

    That's incredible! Then you have me... I usually have a few extra screws left over. Guess I'm better where I make stuff magically appear

    • @LynxPlaysYT
      @LynxPlaysYT 2 роки тому +4

      😬

    • @lonaantonychakola
      @lonaantonychakola 2 роки тому +3

      Materialistic efficiency 🤷.
      I too possess the same skill, should've gone for engineering.

    • @rob1016ny
      @rob1016ny 2 роки тому +4

      It’s “custom”, one of a kind.
      No one makes em like you do.

    • @one8s7n
      @one8s7n 2 роки тому +2

      @@rob1016ny very true. That's why I love trying everything on my own, save money and pride when I look at it

    • @ronaldhuang2496
      @ronaldhuang2496 Рік тому

      I love my screws

  • @ucheucheuche
    @ucheucheuche 2 роки тому +60

    Well done Nekkid, you got a great feature on Insider. Saw your restorations a few times and congrats.

  • @bigstretchdaddy
    @bigstretchdaddy 2 роки тому +26

    I'm so happy to see his channel making it so big!! He's an amazing watch restorer and an even better guy!

  • @roberttweaker9625
    @roberttweaker9625 2 роки тому +25

    Congratulations!!! Nekkid Watchmaker is one of my favorite channels. He engrains an uplifting message in each of his videos, and does a great job of creating a sense of community.

  • @antonmiguel9568
    @antonmiguel9568 2 роки тому +8

    Why is no one talking about his dance when he placed the pieces in the ultrasonic cleaning machine?😅😅😅

  • @raspberrymuffin9997
    @raspberrymuffin9997 Рік тому +2

    That little dance at 2:29 was unexpected haha

  • @JayLang7
    @JayLang7 2 роки тому +10

    Yes! My dude Nekkid watchmaker.
    If you enjoy watching watches getting serviced, you’ll like his channel.

  • @no-es3ez
    @no-es3ez Рік тому

    i love how the video has subtitles already. appreciate it💖

  • @shin1300
    @shin1300 9 місяців тому +1

    2:30 I like how he dances thinking no one would notice but we did :D

    • @Nutty...
      @Nutty... 5 місяців тому

      Haha I only noticed that now. Joe's a funny guy!

  • @zishaanamar6709
    @zishaanamar6709 Рік тому

    i saw this when he first posted, this guys an inspiration, he got me into watches. cant recommend his channel enough

  • @Mortthemoose
    @Mortthemoose Рік тому

    Wow!
    That was an amazing transformation!
    In such a throw away world, it's so refreshing to see a master craftsman restoring a watch like this.

  • @diegom.1510
    @diegom.1510 Рік тому +1

    idc about brands but some of these mech/auto movements are mesmerizing to watch. tbh a good quartz movement is more convenient but the way it ticks is not as beautiful to watch as spring/auto movemnets that smooth second hand is unbeatable. Truly works of engineering art.

  • @skyetoddmakeup
    @skyetoddmakeup 2 роки тому +11

    I would love if this man could repair my grandmother's vintage watches. His work is beautiful!

    • @mustafagunes5740
      @mustafagunes5740 2 роки тому +7

      What he did is a standard procedure. You can take your grandmother's watch to a professional you trust and they will also do a similar work.

    • @natsalta
      @natsalta 2 роки тому

      @@mustafagunes5740 Thanks!

  • @wcoke
    @wcoke 2 роки тому +6

    Joe is so talented and his voice is so soothing it's a pleasure watching him work love his videos 👍🏻

  • @MohammedKhaled-ju7gy
    @MohammedKhaled-ju7gy 2 роки тому +97

    Nekkid watchmaker is an awesome guy. Watched this restoration when it came out. Guys I recommend you subscribe if you’re into watches. He does amazing restoration videos

  • @jfgarnant
    @jfgarnant 2 роки тому +1

    I watched this and had no idea Nekkid was doing it till he spoke, awesome!

  • @artemax1
    @artemax1 2 роки тому +6

    I like how Insider is promoting less known channels that are creating some amazing content.

  • @MotorCityPhoenix313
    @MotorCityPhoenix313 2 роки тому +3

    Wow. Incredible process!

  • @mrsrgross2192
    @mrsrgross2192 2 роки тому +6

    This is my favorite restoration. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve watched it. Congrats Nekkid!

  • @chiragnk602
    @chiragnk602 Рік тому

    That dial is one of the most beautiful things I've seen

  • @kevingonzales1805
    @kevingonzales1805 2 роки тому +3

    Wow!! To see that watch restored to original state is just amazing👏👏

  • @alexp3752
    @alexp3752 Рік тому

    Only a gifted, skilled, veteran artisan could perform this marvelous work! Bravo! Skills like watchmaking and restoration seem to be restricted to the older, more mature set of people. Make no mistake, these types of skills require years if not decades to develop. It is sad that most young people today would rather play around with a so-called smartphone than learn from a master like this gentleman.

  • @ricanzombie5731
    @ricanzombie5731 2 роки тому +39

    Those watch repairmen r awesome i could never put it back 2gether too many small pieces i would go crazy

    • @kodaph
      @kodaph 2 роки тому +1

      Unless you are myopic, near sightedness has some of its perks too.

    • @batman_2004
      @batman_2004 2 роки тому

      Looks like you have weak eyes. Anyone can do this thing provided that they are trained to do so.

  • @thehistoryprof6750
    @thehistoryprof6750 Рік тому

    Nicely explained... beautiful work.

  • @Mmmyess
    @Mmmyess Рік тому

    Joe/Nekkid Watchmaker really is the most skilled of the watchmakers with a UA-cam channel. In fact, no one else even comes close. So...good call, Insider!

  • @yakakiyakaki
    @yakakiyakaki Рік тому

    Joe (aka Nekkid Watchmaker) is amazingly knowledgeable in his craft and also extremely entertaining to watch❤❤❤

  • @certifiedtricky
    @certifiedtricky Рік тому

    Great job giving exposure to the Nekkid Watchmaker.

  • @Infinite_Ouroboros
    @Infinite_Ouroboros 2 роки тому +8

    Lmao I though nekkid released a new vid. Didn't expect it to be an insider one.

    • @KurtisQu
      @KurtisQu 2 роки тому +1

      I believe this is an older video that Insider is just narrating over.

  • @cessnaflyer
    @cessnaflyer 28 днів тому

    Amazing work!

  • @Nicosdayinthelife
    @Nicosdayinthelife Рік тому

    absolutely amazing, brings it back to life

  • @rosemarymagrino772
    @rosemarymagrino772 2 роки тому +11

    Love his channel! Also love Wristwatch Revival! Both Joe and Marshall are skilled craftsmen.

  • @robdobson5056
    @robdobson5056 Рік тому +14

    Amazing craftsmanship!

  • @IM-lf5qp
    @IM-lf5qp Рік тому

    Great to see Nekkid getting some well-deserved praise!

  • @shsaint
    @shsaint 2 роки тому +13

    the restoration process is mesmerizing

  • @victorpineda7519
    @victorpineda7519 2 роки тому +2

    2:32 Dancing to the tune of the machine. He's having a good time.

    • @JisLiving
      @JisLiving 2 роки тому

      Haha I noticed my guy jamming out

  • @legend3235
    @legend3235 Рік тому

    It's magic. Brilliant work!

  • @spookshelves9834
    @spookshelves9834 2 роки тому +1

    No way! Nekkid watchmaker is getting some recognition, yes sir!

  • @ChevyBM
    @ChevyBM 2 роки тому +4

    That is a beautiful restoration of a legendary watch, and oh man that dial is nice!

  • @My_Op
    @My_Op 2 роки тому +3

    Nice to see Joe here, big up to your family ;-)

  • @jonathanl2748
    @jonathanl2748 Рік тому +5

    I love these kinds of videos!

  • @aeliasventura
    @aeliasventura Рік тому

    Really incredible - great video!

  • @dominickcolasanto6582
    @dominickcolasanto6582 2 роки тому +3

    Joe does exceptional work!!!

  • @gembolable
    @gembolable 2 роки тому

    You don't need to explain with words... all I need is just watching with different beautiful angle with the original sounds... 😎

  • @SLK638
    @SLK638 2 роки тому

    Very good and professional work ...

  • @uwo5786
    @uwo5786 8 місяців тому +1

    Removing is one thing but remembering where everything goes back! That’s a whole other ballgame

  • @samanthasimental3788
    @samanthasimental3788 2 роки тому

    Watching his channel is relaxing and entertaining.

  • @bryanquick3349
    @bryanquick3349 2 роки тому +2

    heyyy it's the nekkid watchmaker, nice

  • @NathanHarrison7
    @NathanHarrison7 2 роки тому

    WOW. The patience and knowledge he must have.

  • @MrPoppyplants
    @MrPoppyplants Рік тому

    That spider dial is beautiful!!

  • @jmatt4life
    @jmatt4life Рік тому

    MARVELOUS WORK!!!

  • @bmwdagang
    @bmwdagang Рік тому

    I love his channel! Geez I get so much comfort watching his work

  • @stemikger
    @stemikger Рік тому

    Wow!! That is real skill and artistic talent right there.

  • @nodsib
    @nodsib 2 роки тому +4

    The odds I could put that watch back together and have it work are probably worse than winning the lottery

  • @subdue8182
    @subdue8182 Рік тому

    Amazing work.

  • @JL-kf6pm
    @JL-kf6pm 2 роки тому

    Nekkid! It's nice that you've been featured here. I've been a subscriber for years. Happy for you that you're expanding your reach!
    Wished that they have included "Trouble" and the "Accountant" too, though. It would really be funny.

  • @leosaura1993
    @leosaura1993 Рік тому

    Just beautiful brining back to life such a marvellous peace of art. It is sad this is a line of work that no more exist if i could i believe i would do good on this line of work.

  • @parthsoni1847
    @parthsoni1847 2 роки тому +8

    " If he doesn't place each part in the correct order, the watch will not work."
    Yeah, that's a very nice information

  • @ottogiancarlogentosierra644
    @ottogiancarlogentosierra644 2 роки тому +1

    His channel is my favorite !

  • @mykeviper
    @mykeviper 2 роки тому

    so satisfying to watch tbh

  • @jessedavis7555
    @jessedavis7555 2 роки тому

    This video made me love this watch. I actually offered to buy it from him but he never answered me just thanked me for my comment. I really wanted this piece seeing him rebuild it was beautiful.

  • @marlowepi7788
    @marlowepi7788 8 місяців тому

    the dial is one of a kind. a dream dresswatch.

  • @sticustom
    @sticustom 2 роки тому +1

    His channel is very interesting. Been watching him for a year or so now.

  • @muhsenmuhammed3679
    @muhsenmuhammed3679 2 роки тому

    "Just some times you have to know when to stop" I quote.. ♥️

  • @benjaminblakemore9704
    @benjaminblakemore9704 2 роки тому +2

    Yess Mr Nekkid and Where's Mini Nekkid 😜😜💪💪🔥🔥👌👌 kind regards Ben from NZ

  • @mercedesleyva5316
    @mercedesleyva5316 Рік тому

    Excelente trabajo incomparable gracias

  • @raymondfurgason8959
    @raymondfurgason8959 4 місяці тому

    Im glad he kept the dial with cracks in it

  • @advuckovic
    @advuckovic Рік тому +1

    How much did this service cost? He did an unbelievable job.

  • @Blondie77128
    @Blondie77128 10 місяців тому

    Wow, this was amazing to watch

  • @Nafregamisrocanob
    @Nafregamisrocanob 2 роки тому +1

    His Accountant must be very proud!

  • @MarttiSuomivuori
    @MarttiSuomivuori Рік тому

    Nice video, thank you. An important aspect of not losing your Inner Pieces.
    Joe has a Patreon account, in case you did not know!

  • @dr.martinamayer5423
    @dr.martinamayer5423 Рік тому +1

    Thank you MEN for imagining & realising such amazing timepieces.

  • @mikelpc001
    @mikelpc001 2 роки тому +1

    He has my favorite channel on UA-cam and I don’t even have a watch

  • @longsilver2646
    @longsilver2646 2 роки тому +5

    This is so beautiful and relaxing to watch
    Keep it up and upload more please

  • @romee3859
    @romee3859 2 роки тому +2

    Work of art👌

  • @RaquelATX
    @RaquelATX 9 місяців тому

    Amazing job. Where can I find the band? Thanks for sharing

  • @martinfluetsch
    @martinfluetsch Рік тому

    That's great work!

  • @heinzzz85
    @heinzzz85 2 роки тому

    THIS IS VERY SATISFYING!

  • @ama5133
    @ama5133 Рік тому

    Beautiful!

  • @ashutosh171998
    @ashutosh171998 2 роки тому

    The guy's channel is nekkid watch maker, genuinely a very good restorer of all quartz and mechanical watches, I've enjoyed all his videos. He is one of the finest and most meticulous craftsman.

  • @cubessopranista8772
    @cubessopranista8772 2 роки тому

    Wow!, I never thought it could be made to look new again.

  • @jerontownsend5903
    @jerontownsend5903 Рік тому

    Absolutely mesmerizing...

  • @sanjaymadhavan1893
    @sanjaymadhavan1893 Рік тому

    Joe earned insider one like-activated subscriber

  • @vickils9571
    @vickils9571 28 днів тому

    Spectacular!
    I have the cheapest Carier Vermeil Tank that was gifted me in the early 1990's. I contacted Cartier April 2024, about refinishing and getting my watch in running order again. They do not refinish the gold plating. I would love to know if there is a person in my area that could renew my watch to its original beauty.

  • @vintagebikes4215
    @vintagebikes4215 Рік тому

    Great work

  • @AniHajderaj
    @AniHajderaj 2 роки тому +1

    i really wish he took commissions, would love for him to restore my vintage seiko

  • @1gcm
    @1gcm 2 роки тому +1

    2:32 Is the dancing apart of cleaning process?

  • @adrov849
    @adrov849 2 роки тому +6

    It always amazes me how intricate the inside of a watch is when it looks so simple on the surface

    • @ourfarmhouseinspain
      @ourfarmhouseinspain 2 роки тому +1

      I've owned Breitling Navitimer watches for many years, I just like the style. On UA-cam there is a video on servicing them at the factory, and I was amazed at the complication. If you enjoyed this video, please try to watch it if you can. Sorry, not a pun !

  • @suavewolf1994
    @suavewolf1994 Рік тому

    Nekkid, wristwatch revival and red dead restoration for all your watch fixing needs!

  • @silboh8961
    @silboh8961 2 роки тому +1

    Other than nekkid watchmaker..reddead restoration also a UA-cam channel restoring classic and military watch..they both really a professional..

  • @FinancialShinanigan
    @FinancialShinanigan 2 роки тому +3

    Pawn Shop: Best I can do is $50

    • @jamesbizs
      @jamesbizs 2 роки тому

      No pawnshop would pay $50 for that watch.

  • @mark19441944
    @mark19441944 2 роки тому +2

    You should check out his channel. Amazing work and wonderful humor!

  • @pixie9499
    @pixie9499 2 роки тому +1

    what is the purpose of the small ruby-like stones inside of the watch, not visible unless taken apart?

    • @weeklyautoorient4685
      @weeklyautoorient4685 2 роки тому +1

      those small ruby like stones are called jewels and they help reduce friction and provide a hard, smooth surface to allow metal components such as the wheel train to rotate freely

  • @moneyman8735
    @moneyman8735 2 роки тому

    Reminds me of a watch my grandfather had.

  • @jaimeb.384
    @jaimeb.384 Рік тому

    Love the model love the video. One day I'd love to do it myself