Restoration of an abandoned Breitling Automatic Watch - Breitling Colt A17035
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- Опубліковано 29 бер 2020
- This time i´am restoring a Breitling Colt Automatic Watch.
I´ve found it in a mixed lot of some other watches. Lucky me, it´s not a fake one. It´s powered by the Breitling B17 automatic movement, a modified ETA 2824-2. It beats at 28800bph and the lift angle of the balance is at 52°. The referencenumber of this Breitling is A17035 and it´s made between 1992 and 1998.
The movement works but gains over 800 seconds per day. The crystal has some scratches and the case and bracelet is heavily used. The luminous color of the hands has come off and the bezel is stuck.
I need to disassemble the whole movement, clean all the parts and re-assemble it with some fresh oil. After cleaning the case, the bezel turns freely again. The ultrasonic cleaner has erased the black paint and the luminous pip on the bezel as well. Anyway, it was in a bad shape already.
After polishing the case and the bracelet, i fill some black paint into the bezel and bake it. Add some luminous color to the bezel-pip and seal it with UV-Glue. The hands also need some fresh luminous paint.
After fitting a new sapphire crystal on the case, the watch can be assembled again.
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For the first time in my life, someone convinced me why quality watches are expensive. The level of precision involved and the time invested in assembling a watch is definitely valuable. All the major watch makers should hire you to promote their product rather than some race car driver, guys on a yacht or a bikini clad woman. I watched the video so much concentration that I need coffee now. Bravo, the Watch Surgeon.
I have a few. Rolex GMT, Breitling Navitimer, ... they can be good investments too. My GMT was a retirement gift from my wife. We paid $3600 in 2003. I had overhauled at Rolex last year. The watch shop said that my watch is going $8k-$10k. Watching videos like this shows why they’re so expensive.
@@occultustactical6138 Rolex is one of a few brands that have gone up in price, Breitling you need to be a bit more selective for it to go up in value but alot of watches hold their value pretty good, best is to buy a good used one and in the end you wont lose any money, if you are lucky you will get more.
@@ImDembe Rolex is a brand that is really over priced for what it is.
@@traviswalker8933 Can't argue that but at the same time it's the brand that depreciate least.
This is a sad fact, but it is one: people buy emotions, not facts (even top notch quality products are bought because they express status)
This not watch repair. It surgery of the highest order. So impressive.
Agreed! Fantastic
It's very impressive but not surgery otherwise the repairs would be done with the clock ticking lol great work tho
+831 seconds gave me a stroke
I agree... He is a real pro!
Was just going to comment, I wonder how many watch makers actually are able to do all of that. Not just repair, but expertly polish, relume etc.. I've had expensive watches repaired, and they didnt even offer to give the watch or bracelet a polish and I had to purchase a new bracelet. Live and learn, I guess.
Spent the entire footage glued to the process and whilst the renovation is fantastic, I was enthralled by your ability to disemble AND reasemble the complex watch precisely. Hats off to you my man, for a wonderful video..
A long time ago I watched a show on watch reair teachers and there was only one left in the United states and he was ready to retire. They say watch repair or is one of the most scarce occupations around now in North America and if you were to learn the trade could make over $350,000.00 a year. Clocks included though which I would assume would be a walk in the park after working on watches.
@@BUSTRCHERRI Yes, unfortunately the 'throw away' society has done a lot of damage, not only for the skilled professional but for our planet in general. Too much waste...
Everyone is commenting how amazing it is to be able to take a watch apart. I changed batteries for the first time in my life and I felt like a brain surgeon. I have no idea who you can take these watches apart and get them back together it’s not hard it’s a skill and talent. I really want to mess one of my watches up just so I can watch you fix it. Love the videos
He doesn't reply has a ego problem when you complement him he just blows you off no replies
This is a masterclass in the art of presentation. The watch repair and restoration is beyond amazing, but the filming and editing should receive an Oscar...!
I am a big fan of Breitling and it makes me happy that this beautiful piece shines in new splendor. Great job!
I’m not a fan of Breitlings at all.
However a good friend of mine who was a committed watch lover absolutely adored them, the more rare the better. His opinion of watches was based on a lifetime of research and ownership, reading every auction catalogue, competing against the other collectors.....whereas my opinion is based on pure ignorance.
I know nothing about this timepiece, but I have to say I think it is a beautiful, astonishing machine and will likely last a good man a good lifetime. And yes, seeing this piece, I am now a fan of Breitlings.
@@johnedwards1685 Pleased to welcome a new Breitling fan :).
I've only owned two "expensive "watches and both were Breitling. This video was terrific.
Absolutely fantastic, to see a craftsman demonstrate such skill and knowledge of their craft is a joy to behold. Nice timepiece too!
I have owned the same model Breitling Colt since 1996 (A17035) and wore it to work almost everyday since. I have owned (and still own) several other fine watches but this is my favorite "hands" down. It was cool to see the guts of my own model of watch, and I now understand why it is expensive to service (though thankfully has only needed cleaning). Fantastic work and thanks.
My uncle used to be a horologist but mainly worked on and repaired large clocks such as Grandfather and church clocks. Its good to watch a master at work. Thankyou.
It's like watching open heart surgery without the blood. It's very clear you love what you do. You are a true perfectionist. To me it's heaven watching you work. Thank you.
Restoration videos are my favorite. They are always satisfying and especially if it's about vintage and quality things.💯
This has brought back many great memories of me as a child sitting in a dim-lit room with just a lamp on a desk watching my grandfather do exactly what you just did. happy memories brought back to me thank you it was amazing to watch again.
Glad to hear that 😉👍
Wow i carried one for 25 years, and had no idea of the beautiful complexity of it. Thank you, you gave a new sense of value to my only very personal object.
Best restoration video I've seen so far, excellent workmanship, prime tools and beautiful watch.
I've been working for more than 20 years in the aerospace industry in many different areas, but no doubt about it my favorite job was working in the Air Force and also in the civilian industry as aircraft mechanic, because I could use my aviation tools in something that a man created out of metal and some other components, and after so many engineering knowledge putting into it, the wonder of fly becomes real..
As a fellow "Mechanic" that respect the craftsmanship of every single job that involves the meaning of a "mechanism" I salute you, and I present my respect to your craft.
Excellent job, performed beautifully..
Watchmaking is the pinnacle of engineering. Watching the craftsman at work is inexplicably (and oddly) satisfying.
It is an honor to watch a craftsman work his magic. Like watching the Mona Lisa being painted....after it was first thrown out in a dumpster.
My goodness, from scrapper to something most of us would be proud to own - amazing work Sir.
Wonderful to see a neglected and unloved very high precision watch brought lovingly back to life!
I wouldn't say neglected. Looks to be an early 90's Breitling. Someone probably wore it as their only watch for 20 years until it finally gave up the ghost for lack of servicing. You can tell they wore that watch everywhere and did everything with it. Then it probably sat in a drawer for another 5+ years until this guy bought it and serviced it. Personally, I would not have polished the actual watch case, and I think the hands should not have been lumed. It is a vintage watch after all, and believe it or not that hurts resale value. A good service and maybe a light polish of the bracelet, and recoloring the bezel markings was all she really needed. But still, his watch and he can do what he likes with it, and as far as restorations go it was still a good one (even with the lume and the light case polishing.)
Damn, I am not often impressed. But you sir are a master horologist/restorer. I never knew that people like you with this skill set existed. Incredible!!
Something mighty satisfying and relaxing about watching this. Incredible skills and attention to detail. Absolutely BRILLIANT !
Great restauration work, one small tip for the removal of the lume on the hands, you could use a glasfiber brush.
You dare to tell this man a tip? Come on man just watch and enjoy 😂
This is a real professional. I was just thinking if I took it apart, I wouldn’t have any ideas how to put it back together.😊
Yes, it takes memory and skill.
Very therapeutic watching old things being restored. Brilliant.
How do guys like this keep track of where all these little parts go??? YIKES! I'm in my 80's and thought I'm too old to be impressed, but this guy and his little parts and pieces impressed me.
I was lucky to find this model and wear it as my day watch. The video made me feel a bit queasy seeing the full disassembly, especially when the magnifying glass has to be used. I think I'll have to treat this timepiece with a bit more respect from now on, seeing the level of craftsmanship in the restoration let alone orignal build. Amazing video thank you.
Seriously my favourite restoration channel in UA-cam, so entertaining and relaxing, I watch before bed usually ❤️
No es restauración lo que tú haces. Esto es arte. Estoy impresionado, ojalá que esto perdure al menos otros 50 años.
The more I am watching your videos on watch⌚ surgery, the more I am getting interested to your amazing and the fascination for Automatic mechanical watches of vintage brands.
I love and admire to see the mechanical functions of Automatic watches ⌚. I posses a few of some brands.
Damn that Breitling is in a rough shape :D It is always a joy to se when someone fixes up a watch!
Stunning. You are an artist, my friend. So glad I found this channel.
This is so impressive my hands would be wayy to shaky for this master craft great seeing people keeping old crafts like this up in these times
We take wrist watches for granted. We strap them on, set them, wind them up, and that's that. But this video shows just how intricate and delicate they are. The genius that goes into creating such a mechanism is amazing. Your ability to take it apart clean it and put it together was amazing. As William Smith said to Clint Eastwood in "Any Which Way You Can", It was a pleasure watching you work. Great video.
FYI: I like your videos before watching them. Despite the fact of the spectacular, immaculate job you're demonstrating, your videos may be a psychological relief for some (me included). Thank you! Awaiting more and more videos.
The delicatness needed to take this apart is insane,
* proceeds to beat the watch face and assembly out
One of the best restauration videos i've ever seen from lume to bezel. Thank you.
That is a beautiful watch, and fantastic to see it restored so beautifully. Mesmerizing!
Nobody:
UA-cam at 3 AM: Ok, one last satisfying video
I love how some watches are so messed up that you think it's never gonna be good again, but when he takes out the faces, they're in pristine shape
Fantastic work on that watch. It has so much character and just the right amount of patina.
This is incredible. I've seen tonnes of YT videos that have amazed me but I was utterly hooked once you began pulling all those cogs out. Superb work.
Thanks 👍
I appreciate that 😉
i read some where when you see someone making any job looks easy know here's professional your videos so stunning i enjoy them
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absolutely amazing. wow. the engineering in some watches. hands like a surgeon.
I like when a nice watch like this one is back to life. Great and perfect job. Thanks for sharing.
Bravo, that was an excellent watch.
I've just bought a 1997 Colt but I think this standard of repair is beyond me.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who used cocktail sticks on watches.Theyre ideal for flicking out quartz batteries👍
Nice job! I have a Breitling Shark automatic that I've had for 28 years and am doing the same (although, mine's in a lot better shape than the one you did).
I’m so envious. I love looking at Breitling watches and dreaming of having one. So this must count at an amazingly lucky find, especially as it’s real. The complexity of the work you do is amazing. I didn’t realise just how much went into the inside of a watch until I watched your channel.
I feel the same. I hate the guy! I hate some people who get so f'ing lucky... I feel this way whit guys who find cars at 500-1000 usd and it turns out it's a gem. Or tools and other similar stuff. How the hell can they be so lucky...
@@cristian6766 - Do not envy any other human being on this planet. You have a reason for being created, and there is something in this world that only you can do, otherwise you would not be here. Your mission is to make an effort to find that special contribution and to perform it. Envy leads to death of the spirit, and only brings negative results into the world.
@@72Yonatan Thank you for the encouraging words! It's actually my birthday today :D.
@@72Yonatan I don't realy hate the guy and other people :)) i just wish i were that lucky sometimes. The guy is awesome and is doing an amazing job.
@@cristian6766 he is in the business. The watch was probably brought in for a repair estimate and the owner just left it to cover the assessment bill. I restore Porsches for a living and it happens all the time. Always remember this..., there is no such thing as a " free" Porsche/ watch/ name your obsession !
Wow. Just wow. You know how to restore aged watches. Great job. Respect from NL !
Bloody brilliant. But ugh wasn’t the first word that came to my mind when I saw that watch band! The precision is remarkable.
All i can say is "wow" excellent how i wish i had a watchmaking skills
You can learn.
wow, just wow. It's probably nicer than when it was brand new.
Very very calming, I don’t know what it is about Mechanic watches but the just satisfy me, just like the work you do, awesome
What a skill you have and the person who designed an automatic watch where would you start, clever people out there. Thank you for showing me why my automatic tag heuer cost £560 to service, money well spent.
I wish i could be as lucky as you and find a watch like that.
First of all... as much as I appreciated watching this... how does one even consider leaving a Breitling this way? Impeccable job friend, amazing restoration :)
It costs almost as much as a new watch when you have to take it in for service. I have a Tissot automatic that needed service badly. I paid $100 MORE to service that watch than to buy a new one. I chose the service because I bought it in Switzerland and it is a model never sold online or outside Europe.
I’m so unbelievably impressed. A true master of your craft.
I own that exact model of watch and have worn it daily for almost 20 years. But until now I had no idea just how much effort and skill went into its construction and assembly. Thank you.
this was strangely satiisfying to watch :) this is not a job, it's a craftsmanshop, in these times we live in :(
Man, watching this stuff is interesting !! Cool job !
How on earth did you do that absolutely amazing you watch makers constantly amaze me with your skills. Thank you.
I have the A17040 and this video has made me appreciate it's build quality even more than I already. They have the most solid build quality you can get for the size (used to have a 2017 Rolex as a daily driver). In your hand, you can feel why they A17040 has 1000m of water resistance. The sapphire is so thick, you can feel the weight
Uma obra de arte!
Something tells me he's done this before Amazing
I once assembled a 500 piece jigsaw puzzle and I bought i was a God, i am humbled beyond words with your expertise, thank you for entertaining me with your video
Unreal… I’ve only just discovered your channel and subbed. Amazed watching all these watches restored to their former glory. Amazing
This is quality content I subbed immediately
After watch this
Here here
Same
Not sure how I got here but I stayed for 17 minutes and 50 seconds!
You got here because the men's luxury / vintage watch market is exploding right now and it's in UA-cam's hit list.
Soo impressive. You can't learn these kind of "art works" from books. Practise makes perfect.
I agree
Ok, now I see how you remember where all those little parts go. Amazing work you do sir. A lost art.
How?
ShogunTen he has trays that he puts the Group of parts together. Keeping them basically separated (sections).
Very nice and precised restoration ☺☺
I love the bit where he sticks the chopsticks into the plasticine …. That’s about my level.
Beautiful watch, wonderful to watch you bring that lovely watch back from the edge.
Blown away by that video, genius, what a skill you have.
the guy is a bloody magician amazing
Wow. This was fantastic to watch (sorry for the unintended pun). I have always dreamed of getting that bag of garbage watches and finding that proverbial diamond in the rough. There’s a certain sense of accomplishment to take something so rough and bring it back to its former glory. Yours is a skill I would love to learn one day......y’know, before old age and bad eyesight set in. “Liked” and “sub’d”. Let the binge-watching begin....
Thanks 👍
This was definitely like finding the needle in the haystack.
PS: it's never too late to learn something new 😉
Notice how this abandoned 90s Breitling looks basically new inside, the bezel turns perfectly after cleaning and the spring still has an amplitude of 330, thats a testimony to the manufactoring quality of Breitling. Good seals and good tolerances.
I am passionate about watches and I am delighted with their meticulousness and skill, congratulations !!!
You should have way more subscribers. DISASSEMBLY is one thing, but putting it back together CORRECTLY is a whole different level 👏👏👏
Finally i found something much more complicated than my life.
fantastic video and convinced me the details of a full watch restoration. I have a Breitling Super Ocean that is 12 years old and due for a full service.
Impressive skill! You also have the tools and the know-how to do the job. I am still a novice and I have also binned one or two (cheap) movements as well. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for your comment. It's all about practice 😉
Who the hell throws a Breitling away? This is an awesome find.
Rich people. I was in line at a thrift store one time to pay for an item and when I got to the cash register there was a basket of watches sitting there. I did a quick look and pulled out an incredible Tag Heuer from the basket. I asked the guy how much for the watches and he told me "watches are a $1 each" I almost shit myself. How it got there I'll never know.
just think, at one time this was someones prized possession.
Your videos are excellent, I feel so calm when I watch your work, really professional. Congratulations. Big hug from a Brazilian.
This man is a good repair man,because he did a good job on this watch,It pays to get a good one
13:43 screwing in that hair ruined whole asmr experience for me hahaha
Yes, not good. I wonder if it's still there.
@@jonka1 probably,in fact it might be here until someone removes it
Who the hell would abandon a watch that expensive.
arabs
@@davidmoore8857 Very true. Good call .
In the world of mechanical watches, a Breitling like this is, to a certain degree, not considered expensive.
This one looks like it has been worn for a long period of time, so it most likely has just been replaced with another watch
Dear M. C.
Not interested and/or dumb inheritants? Or maybe somebody who thinks that a wrist watch is unnecessary ballast and not useful any longer because there is already a multifunctional watch in every smartphone?
Best regards, luck and health.
This model is not a expensive, in the 80's the colt was around 800 Dollars. For non watch -lovers ist only a old dirty watch.
Your skills are absolutely wonderful, and it is a pleasure to watch you work.
I have wanted a Breitling watch forever and I don't think it will ever happen and after watching this video I can see why lol the mechanical work on these watches are just insane. It would be almost worth having a clear one just to show off all the beauty that is inside. I don't know what I like looking at more the outside of the watch or the inside.
Who would allow this to happen to a Breitling?!
Someone with more money than they deserve to have.
I wondered who put a Breitling automatic in a bag with a bunch of "other" watches...😳
I’ll bet 20 yrs from now, no one is doing this to a damn Apple Watch
Apple will have designed it so that it cannot be repaired. Corporate strategy.
You have convinced me to take better care of my watch....now, if I only knew someone who could do this work.
there is no question about the skills of restoration but I still cannot believe that someone abandoned or left or throw such an expensive watch. I still have my dad's 1980s Seiko five watch that is in need of restoration but still working and I will never throw it away
I wear my B-1 every single day, for over 15 years, and have NEVER had it look so beat up as this body and bracelet. The guys must be in construction or something. Cleaning every 3 years and a good polish of the body and bracelet every 5 years will keep them nice. Great job getting it banging well again.
Your B-1 will last for many many years if treated like that 👍
I had the same watch and such a joy to watch the process and making it shine again.
like your format and how you show of your fixtures , very professional back to "New Condition" well done
My God. I would like this video 1,000 times, if I could. I just purchased my first automatic - a 42mm Hamilton Khaki Field Auto. I look forward to purchasing a Breitling one day.
I just bought mine after owning a lot of seiko’s and other low-mid level watches. I can’t take my eyes off it
Very enjoyable to see this beat up old watch become a star again..thanks for sharing your skill.
This was so soothing and satisfying to watch. Thank you for sharing your craft.
Man with detail..
Goosebumps in every minute of this video.
In my mind, I own a Breitling, In reality, I have a Timex!!! Awesome restoration. Never knew there were so many parts inside of a watch and I now understand why these watches cost so much and ensure I will always be a Timex guy.