It's HAMMER TIME for this Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision - REPAIRED!
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- Опубліковано 5 чер 2024
- In this video, I'm going to repair a vintage Rolex 6694 Oysterdate Precision with a caliber 1210 movement. This watch is roughly 60 years old and does not run!
If you're looking for an incredible watch repair or antique restoration project, be sure to check out my video! I'll show you how to fix this vintage pocket watch and get it back to working order.
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Contact info: cspinnerwatchrepair@gmail.com
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro and Disassembly
4:02 Balance Staff Repair
9:27 Disassembly Continued and Cleaning
15:02 Begin Reassembly
16:58 Keyless Works
19:26 Train of Wheels
23:57 Balance Jumps to Life
25:24 Dial Side
27:30 Casing and Wrap up - Навчання та стиль
The watch has been running smooth. We’ve had no hiccups since he has serviced it, and I recommend anybody with a Rolex to use this man to get their watches serviced. ❤ -Ke’Von
Thanks, Ke’Von! It was an absolute pleasure working with you
Great service. @Ke’von, please replace that bracelet
Swiss Space Program. I laughed and shook my head at the same time. Great work!
My friend sent me his watch for me to take a look at as he said it ran for a while and then stopped. I magine my surprise when I opened the packet he'd sent it in to see this model Rolex watch. I normally work on sub $400 (£370) watches, but I just went about sorting the Rolex as if it were cheap watch. Turned out that one of the small straps that hold the movement in the case had worked loose with the screw sat under the balance wheel and the strap trapped in the train wheel gear.
And thanks to this video, I got the watch running again. Not having a time grapher, I timed it the old fashioned way with the stopwatch function on my iPhone. Now it runs about 15 seconds or so a day slow. Good enough says my friend and he's happy he got his watch back in working order.
I'm still skittish,, when it comes to the spring's too.. Tim S. Great Job!!
Thanks, Tim!! - Chris
When the soft piano music started playing, and the hammer came out, I was fully expecting him to smash the watch into pieces.
I need to break my Rolex duck. Still a bit beyond my reach for now.
Will watch with great interest shortly
Gorgeous video: thanks a lot! And although I do not particularly like Rolexes, at least they spend some time and money on their movements, unlike Panerai, IWC, Tag Heuer to name but a few. With this watch I would check the date disc again. It does not seem to fit the window properly.
Another great job , your expression after throwing the old crystal is priceless 😂😂👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Glad you enjoyed it!! 😊
Really nice repair, Chris. You made the watch run like new :P
You are so clear with your explanations. Brilliant work. Thank you
Very enjoyable, thank you so much.
I think this is the best video you have done. I enjoy all your videos, but I think you have hit your stride with this one. Thank you
Darryll, thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate that. More to come. - Chris
Thanks for all the uploads your work is amazing.
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and for the kind comment. - Chris
I look all videos and some time i forget eat :) . The best , Thanks
Fantastic repair and informative video , thanks 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
A wonderful piece of time. Enjoyed your craft! Thanks.
Thanks, John! I appreciate it.
Great restoration. Certainly one of your best so far.
Thanks, for the kind words, Vijay! Means a lot
"As an amateur"... how can you call yourself an amateur? Gizas christ... you're a fking god in my book dude. I just watched 40mins mesmerized a guy repair a watch... amateur my ass 😅
Superb video. Enjoyed every bit of it. Thank you.
I really appreciate that! More to come.
Brilliant job!
Great video and great job.
Thank you, Larry!
Very much enjoy watching your restorations! True craftsman at work!
Thank you, George!!
@@kurkkobain the balance is poised. I demonstrate this in other videos I just didn’t happen to show it this time. This isn’t meant to be a strict step by step tutorial. More geared for entertainment
Best Video Yet !!!! great job Chris !!!!!
Thanks, Sonny!! I really appreciate that.
It’s not a CS Spinner video without a in depth balance staff removal!! So much to say here Chris. Firstly well done on a successful service plus some lovely camera work and the funny part of chucking the crystal! I think some of those shots are not easy to position well so my hats off to you.
I noticed some brass tweezer action . Not sure if that’s the first time or that I’ve only just noticed! I have a Bergeon pair in my Cousins basket and procrastinated on buying them for months .
A few suggestions if I may. A Bergeon 1A oiler would be a good investment for you . All those fiddly shock jewels are a nightmare to oil and flip over. I now just clean , reinstall and then oil with the auto oiler from the other side.
Caseback like Rolex. You can’t go far wrong with a sticky ball. I have found a ball to open many a really tight case back. Every now and then reinflate for better traction ! Cheapest tool you can get.
You can buy Rolex style openers now from China. I have a set for £20 uk never touched a Rolex but some of the San Martin watches I have reviewed I’ve used them on those to test out.
Question, the friction fit wheel , did you remove it with the presto hand tool or do you have the proper spoked one for removal?
I have that wheel to remove on my A11 when I get around to filming that one and I do not have a tool to remove so wondering what I can use. The Bergeon tool is so damn expensive!!!
Thanks, Mike, for the comments! Great suggestion on the oiler. I know you mentioned it in the past, but I guess if I’m serious about doing more wrist watches, even though I started out as a pocket watch guy, I really should invest in one. And the sticky ball as well.
I was a little concerned about getting the torque down just right on the case back with the seal. Didn’t even occur to me that there are probably some cheaper case back tools out there for Rolex.
The brass tweezers are new, glad you noticed! They were actually suggestion from another viewer to further resist scratching decorative components. I’m trying to get into the habit of using them more. However, they won’t appear in the next video, because that was filmed before I got them.
As for the friction fit wheel, I used a presto #3 equivalent tool, which I bought used on eBay for around $45 USD (the one with the blue handle). It’s got the special jaws for the 5 spoke wheels. I’ve had it for quite some time back when I did my first chronograph because I just couldn’t figure out how to safely lever it off.
Warm regards,
Chris
First of all, hi Mike, secondly, Chris, glad I discovered your vids. I just did my first successful balance staff replacement on an Elgin 12s...pretty proud of myself if I do say so. And, so many tools to buy!! I keep seeing something new I need to get. The press fit drive wheel...have you ever done one of those that had a hair spring like a balance wheel on it? I serviced a Bovet mono rattrapante a while ago, and I could not get a smooth sweep on the chronograph hand to save my life. Watch ran great, but I had to admit defeat on the chronograph sweep. Between Mike, some others, and now you, I look forward to expanding my skills. Thanks (to you both)! Oh...y'all don't have screens on your windows?? We do in Oregon😊
@@legacywatchguy8333 well-done on the staff! That’s the “next level” and you should feel proud. As for the sweep hand, jittery sweep is usually due to a weak friction spring. Perhaps it was bent up (or down for the chrono case) so it’s not pressing the arbor as strong as it should. I do have screens on my windows but that’s the entrance to my screened in porch so we didn’t bother with those ;)
So happy to see another interesting video of your channel. Nice repair and interesting balance staff installation. Nice and satisfying Rolex watch final result.
Thank you Chris for sharing ! Have a great weekend !! 🙂
Thanks again for watching, Alain! I’m glad you enjoyed it!! - Chris
Hey Spinner.....really interesting and enjoyable upload to watch.....Thank You very much for the upload and respect and congratulations for your good work.
Very nice work. Glad I found your channel.
Thanks for visiting :)
Rolex certainly has a beautiful movement. Good job.
Love the comment about contributing to the Swiss space program! I hope the owner can find a bracelet with better-fitting end links!
Great video, and what a nice looking timegrapher line. I like watching how confident you are using the staking set. 😁
Thanks, Mike! I never know how it’s going to look. 😬 I’m glad this one didn’t need a ton of work after the staff.
Thanks!
Thank you!!!
Nice watch, nice video, nice narration, I'm hooked, thank you.
Thanks for visiting and leaving the comment. I really appreciate it!
Very nice job with the balance! Super tricky and you got it running spot on afterwards! Lovely clean movement. Ta.
Thanks, Boyd! I appreciate that. - Chris
Hey! I’m in SC as well. Very cool.
Beautiful work and a beautiful house. Tastefully done.
Thank you, Ian! - Chris
Insane detail and patience on your part. How would the crystal be damaged from the INSIDE?
Build your own water tester. A good p lastic pretzel container and tire pump attached is what i did. Works well.
I saw those on the forums. Great idea!!
Just found your channel. Great work and video. While mineral base lubricants still work fine I've moved away D5 in favor of HP1300. Same with Molykote in favor of synthetic 9501. Some say molykote drys out but who knows. I think the bigger concern with molykote is with cleaning solution contamination. It's still and excellent high pressure grease.
Thanks for the comment! I do plan to switch to 1300 once my supply of D5 runs out. 9501 is tempting as well
Any water/pressure testing done on this one?
Excelente Excelente…..
Very enjoyable video! Finally- you are one of the few who understand how to integrate music into your videos! In the background is where it should be- not in your face... Good job!!!
Thanks, Bob! I really appreciate that. Background music is something I have really struggled with and I am always trying to get better. Your confirmation helps a lot
Awesome job on this man. We very satisfying to watch you bring this back to life. Whats your thoughts on an automatic oiler?
Thanks, Tim! I haven’t personally used an automatic oiler. I feel it could be a worthwhile investment as I tend to over oil if not careful. It still doesn’t eliminate the need to remove and clean the cap jewels. I find the cleaning solution just doesn’t get in there unless the jewels are separated
@@csspinner agreed. definitely need to be removed and cleaned but it seems there would be less likely chance of displacing the oil while fiddling it all back into place.
Great job! I noticed that you did not support the underside of seconds wheel when installing the seconds hand. How many movements would require this support? I've been searching 3D printed movement holders to mimic the Bergeon 1996 but not sure when it would be needed? Thanks!
I should have supported it, and I actually do for chronograph sweeps because of how tight the fit is (a lot of force on that hand during the reset). In this case, the hand kind of slipped on with reasonable friction and didn't require a ton of force so no additional underside support was needed. definitely a case by case situation though
Nice job! But I feel so sorry for the frogs startled by the flying pieces of broken glass!🤣🤣
😂 yea they’re so loud!!
Great video! What brand do you find to be of the best design and build?
Thank you! I find most of the Swiss brands have a reliable and consistent fit and finish. I don’t think I could name just one, but in terms of visual appeal the luxury brands (Rolex, Breitling, etc) have beautifully designed in house movements
Looks nice. Only issue is that the date is not centered within the window. I believe this is adjustable.
Didn’t realize that was adjustable. Thanks for pointing that out
Trying to oil a cap Jewell at the moment and it’s tiddlywinks land here. You made it look simple 😢😊
Believe me, I’ve lost quite a few in the past. They’re slippery buggers :)
Is that a Gallet? Looks like the grandpappy to the Nomos Tangente
I'm quite intrigued, what does jewels function in a watch, cap for oiling hole? Also, what kind of material it was made of?
The jewels are made of a synthetic ruby and are lower friction that non jeweled pivot holes. Less wear over the years as a result. Some jewels are capped to further prevent dust and other debris from contaminating the jewel hole and also helps to contain the oil, which prevents it from drying out
@@csspinner ah, thank you for the explanation 👍👍👍
Thankyou Chris another amazing watch repair.I als watch Nekkid watch guy he’s cleaver like you and also very funny do you know of him Chris ?
Thanks, Glenn! I do watch his videos on occasion, and I do enjoy them very much. I don’t know him personally though
Immaculate work through out! However I would investigate if you are missing a jewel under the second hand spring. Rolex are known for having them and they are commonly lost☺️
Interesting. I did not know that. I’ll look for it on the next one. Thanks
Almost as good/ entertain8ng as Marshall! Keep it up!
Thanks that means a lot!
29:46 Hi Chris, Can you tell me what size and number your staff removal tool is as there are a few online of all different sizes and numbers.
Hi Paul, it’s the K&D #50. So far it’s worked well for both pocket watches and wristwatches
@@csspinner Thanks Chris I will go and look for one online. Regards Paul
I wonder what an OEM Jubilee band would run for that
I’ve seen them go for $500-700… used
How much would a service like this be? On this exact watch
Shoot me an email - cspinnerwatchrepair@gmail.com
Hello 🙋♂️.
Just a very quick pertinent question if you
don’t mind answering please.
You say that this is just a “hobby” for you,
May I ask, what is your “day job” and
how long have you been interested and involved in watch repairs ??
Thanks 🙏
Take care and stay safe 🫶
James ✌️
Hi James, I’m a VP of software engineering for a consumer lender. Watches are my night hobby when the kids go to bed ;)
Thank you !! 🙋♂️ 🙏
great skills, thanks for sharing....aftermarket bracelet, is that a no name bracelet or a fake Rolex bracelet, sorry for asking
Thanks! I’m not sure. It didn’t have markings of any kind. I think he’ll end up replacing it with something else
I have a watch just like this one in a box. It stopped working several years ago and there’s no one here that can work in it. Interested??
Shoot me an email. cspinnerwatchrepair@gmail.com
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@@csspinner do you speak Spanish??
@@chuyovalles3561 No hablo español, pero puedo usar el traductor de Google para conversaciones básicas.
Tiene watshapp
@@chuyovalles3561 no, pero puedes enviarme un correo electrónico: cspinnerwatchrepair@gmail.com
Do tool junkies become watchmakers, or do watchmakers become tool junkies?
😂 I was a tool junkie long before tinkering with watches. Thanks for visiting
This is exactly what i wanted to know. Thanks for a great video, might get the guts to replace my crystals myself as a result.
Undervalued watch
Just ordered mine!