Jee, I'm in UK and just had the exact same 18 ct. day date restored for a friend, who wants to pass it on to his grandson. It was in a really sorry state, especially the bracelet, which was so worn that each link had more play in it than a Wimbledon tennis tournament. The chap who restored the bracelet, link by link, added about $1000 of gold replacing each pin and tube. Took him ages, painstaking work! The watch was OK, just needed a complete service. The only replacements needed were a new crystal and all of the gaskets. Same age as this one! Brilliant restoration, great video. Greetings from 🇬🇧 !
Do you mind sharing the details of who restored the bracelet in the UK please? Painstaking work and seems that not a lot of watchmakers offer the service to restore bracelets
I’m also interested in who restored. I have the same watch with lots of play in the bracelet. And I don’t think it’s ever been serviced! Could you share details of who could fix bracelet and service?
I’m also interested in who restored. I have the same watch with lots of play in the bracelet. And I don’t think it’s ever been serviced! Could you share details of who could fix bracelet and service?
It really speaks to how skilled you are when you can fix such major mistakes, turning an almost ruined watch into something that can be really enjoyed once again. Truly one of the most incredible restorations i've seen.
The way you restore the Rolex is almost exactly the way I was thought when I first started in jewelry business. My boss had very high standards and expected perfection in everything we do. This happens when you know the right way to do things. That Rolex tape works the best ! Awesome video 👏
Your knowledge and skills are top notch and your respect for the watches you work on is fantastic. The way you treat watches and your clients really resonates with me. Your name is everything. Really enjoy the honest and informative content you make, keep up the great work and wish you all the success’s as you deserve it.
would love to see the footage of cleaning the disassembled parts in the cleaning machine, as well the the bracelet in the ultrasonic cleaner too. Always a nice feeling to see years of dirt lift of the bracelets with a thorough clean.
Yea I don’t know what happened to parts cleaning footage I don’t think I filmed it, but bracelet like these usually don’t carry dirt and debri! The other jubilee and oyster models do for sure though.
Peter, your watch repair skills are off the charts! I do want to ask you or the owner about how in the world do you bend a lug! It requires a tremendous amount of force, doesn’t it?
Have watched this a few times 😂. I appreciate how good a job you have done. It’s a very sympathetic restoration and makes the watch look just amazing. Best wishes From Scotland
I agree, you did justice for it. If it’s gonna go back to being a daily wear, you made it look nice again and functional again. I’m not a fan of polishing any of my watches but I’m cool with this, it’ll get scuffed and scratched again but it presents beautifully again.
Have been watching you since the grey market challenge at LB and I've got to say, you are great at your craft! Glad to see you keep going. Love the restoration content! Keep it coming man🔥
Wow man your really good at what you do, I love to see guys taking their job serious and actually are 💯 % invested in what they’re doing, great job and great vid.
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
Wow! Fantastic restoration. The president bracelet looks about as good as new. The caseback is concerningly thin, most people wouldn't touch it but you managed to breathe some life into it.
Wow...fkn beautiful! I am not sure what happened with LB and you but you are doing beautiful work and anyone who gets the privilege of working with you will be extremely happy. 👍👏
You’re an actual artist man. I love your videos. Glad I found your channel after you left LB. One question: if you sold this watch yourself today, how much would it go for being that it had to be such a serious restoration?
This isn’t a serious restoration by any means, I’d compare it to changing plugs belts and coolant on your car, nothing was altered all factory parts and basic polish! If I changed a lot of parts like case bracelet etc then I’d say it’ll affect value depending on condition
@@Peterpic Interesting!! I’d think post-polish and replacing parts it would’ve affected value more. In any case, if you sold this today what would you charge for it?
OCD , but most serious people are. A fantastic video, and a tribute to yourself and your profession. You rightly deserve all the patrons you no doubtably have. Watching someone who really loves their work is mesmerising. Fantastic work.. quick question, how much did you charge? (Although a rolex, pretty sure it's a blank cheque!) Great video, and good luck.
Outstanding restoration, my friend ,a looks million times better than before, holly molly seriously.. beautiful piece, I love it when you said respect,a should be this way with everything you own, unfortunately with don't see it this way...sad, once again thanks for bringing this piece back...until next time, all way from st George Utah, Viva watch making....
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!
I have a 1952 Doxa Antimagnetique that has been serviced only twice in 72 years: Once properly and once not so much. It's a treasured family heirloom from my late and beloved grandmother. Before I knew anything about watches, I gave it to a jewellery store which advertised watch repair. In hindsight, I think all they were really qualified to do is swap batteries in quartz junk. They "cleaned" it, which included cosmetically ruining the movement's screws with what I can only assume was a hammer wielded by a blind man. Needless to say, it didn't help, but the second shop did it properly. Their regulation ended in it running at -6 SPD. Pretty impressive for one actual service in over 70 years.
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
People need to start telling everyone who does a shitty job. Mechanics, attorneys, watchmakers and many other professions. We need to expose these hacks.
Incredible restoration, Peter! Where did you learn how to repair and restore watches like that? How much would a restoration like this one run? Very impressive that you have these highly technical skills, as well as your watch market and sales knowledge. Continued success and prosperity to you, brother!
Good question! mainly self taught but was lucky enough to have service managers, friends along the way teach me and allow me to work under them for periods of time.
Thank you very much! This was over the span of a few weeks waiting for back ordered parts! Usually this process should take no more than a day or two then additional 72 hours of observation (personal preference)
Hi Peter . Love all your videos and will get my 18238 from you when I have the $$$. Wondering why you didn’t replace the hands? They were really hammered. I got my Rolex back from a repair guy, and there was a huge fingerprint on my second hand. I made sure to mention it the next time I took it in. Keep up the excellent work.
Ehh price vs worth! These hands function properly and really you don’t notice the scratches unless under extreme magnification, but I agree would tie it all together😂
Wow excellent meticulous work Peter. Masterclass in service. I’m acquiring a 18238 1989 President this week. And if it needs service I know where I am going!
@@Peterpic Awesome thanks Peter. Sourcing from a very reputable dealer here in NH and they offer their own warranty. So I’ll have a look Thursday and let you know!
Well done Pete! Nicely done video, sure it took a long time to create, thank you for your share and work you put into your content! As an FYR what was the charge for this resto? Knowing full well each job will be different due to age, wear etc etc...just would be nice to know. Thanks in advance!
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the AMZWATCH, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Great video...satisfying to watch. You are a true craftsman! The only thing else I would have liked to see, would have been replacing the hands. Those scratched up things really detract from its appearance, but perhaps the client was attached to his originals.
Not in a bad way my Oma busts my balls cause her husband is from New York and I’m from Cleveland area my cousin lives in Chicago but the older I get I realize I have the accent I was denying my whole life
Love it, this is my all-time grail watch, being a child of the 80's it will always be on the top of my list, It is another banger from peter, keep it up. lol 1st
@@Peterpic OMG yes a rerun of this watch would be amazing. If I ever need this kind of work done I know where I am going, You did an amazing restoration of this piece, thanks so much for sharing.
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MAMACOO, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Amazing work that’s a pleasure to see and an amazing video Pete. Can you tell me if you use original blue lock tight brand or if a generic brand with blue tight is just as good these days.
Jee, I'm in UK and just had the exact same 18 ct. day date restored for a friend, who wants to pass it on to his grandson. It was in a really sorry state, especially the bracelet, which was so worn that each link had more play in it than a Wimbledon tennis tournament. The chap who restored the bracelet, link by link, added about $1000 of gold replacing each pin and tube. Took him ages, painstaking work! The watch was OK, just needed a complete service. The only replacements needed were a new crystal and all of the gaskets. Same age as this one! Brilliant restoration, great video. Greetings from 🇬🇧 !
Do you mind sharing the details of who restored the bracelet in the UK please? Painstaking work and seems that not a lot of watchmakers offer the service to restore bracelets
Wow what an amazing gift for a grandson
I’m also interested in who restored. I have the same watch with lots of play in the bracelet. And I don’t think it’s ever been serviced! Could you share details of who could fix bracelet and service?
I am but ok.
I’m also interested in who restored. I have the same watch with lots of play in the bracelet. And I don’t think it’s ever been serviced! Could you share details of who could fix bracelet and service?
BRAVO PETE! You’re OLD School bro. Keep it up… keep it going
I appreciate that! 🙏🏻
It really speaks to how skilled you are when you can fix such major mistakes, turning an almost ruined watch into something that can be really enjoyed once again. Truly one of the most incredible restorations i've seen.
The way you restore the Rolex is almost exactly the way I was thought when I first started in jewelry business. My boss had very high standards and expected perfection in everything we do. This happens when you know the right way to do things. That Rolex tape works the best ! Awesome video 👏
Once I get my pieces I'll be sure to send it to this guy. Worth the money for top tier, OCD, service.
it really is ! haha thank you
Your knowledge and skills are top notch and your respect for the watches you work on is fantastic. The way you treat watches and your clients really resonates with me. Your name is everything. Really enjoy the honest and informative content you make, keep up the great work and wish you all the success’s as you deserve it.
@@Watchgeek14 appreciate it tremendously!
James Gandolfini is truly missed 🙏🔝
Peter, the quality of the fine brushing of the finished watch is just fantastic!
would love to see the footage of cleaning the disassembled parts in the cleaning machine, as well the the bracelet in the ultrasonic cleaner too. Always a nice feeling to see years of dirt lift of the bracelets with a thorough clean.
Yea I don’t know what happened to parts cleaning footage I don’t think I filmed it, but bracelet like these usually don’t carry dirt and debri! The other jubilee and oyster models do for sure though.
Peter is the real deal, I had the pleasure to meet him last week and bought a beautiful Starbucks from him, I'll definitely buy more Rolexes from him!
thanks Jose! appreciate it tremendously
Peter, your watch repair skills are off the charts! I do want to ask you or the owner about how in the world do you bend a lug! It requires a tremendous amount of force, doesn’t it?
It definitely does, or one good smack and that lug is gone, gold is extremely soft especially 18k
Solvol metal polish works so well on gold silver chrome etc that the scratches dont even show unless they are really bad ones awesome stuff !!!
Have watched this a few times 😂. I appreciate how good a job you have done. It’s a very sympathetic restoration and makes the watch look just amazing. Best wishes From Scotland
BLOWN away. Nobody does it better
Appreciate it Joe!!
Dang. This is the best job I’ve ever seen. Great work! I’m a fellow OCD guy and wish I knew how to do this work.
I agree, you did justice for it. If it’s gonna go back to being a daily wear, you made it look nice again and functional again. I’m not a fan of polishing any of my watches but I’m cool with this, it’ll get scuffed and scratched again but it presents beautifully again.
Dude is a magician for real solid work brother
Appreciate this🙏🏻
Have been watching you since the grey market challenge at LB and I've got to say, you are great at your craft! Glad to see you keep going. Love the restoration content! Keep it coming man🔥
Thank you so much!
Wow man your really good at what you do, I love to see guys taking their job serious and actually are 💯 % invested in what they’re doing, great job and great vid.
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
Great job man! Best thing you did was leave Luxury Bizarre and do your own thing. Good for you! -Glen
thanks glen appreciate !
Looks amazing Pete, such a classic piece and those nics and scratches make it even better
we call those "character" haha thanks for watching
Respectful, expert treatment- just how it should be done! The bar is set - bravo 👏
Thank you very much appreciate it!
You’re a true scientist, being able to take apart and rebuild a watch so complex.
🙏🏻 thank you
@@Peterpiccan’t believe how complex these things are. What a nightmare to work on. You really know your stuff.
Wow! Fantastic restoration. The president bracelet looks about as good as new. The caseback is concerningly thin, most people wouldn't touch it but you managed to breathe some life into it.
@@MamaLifeBri thank you! It was a great one for sure very happy with the outcome
My that's good work and the polishing too, this looks brand new.
Love it. The crystal tho needs a counter-clockwise turn at 19:18....nevermind.,...you fixed it for the final shot. It's beauty dude!
@@MR_Robbers haha I was like wait what did I not move it😂 thank you man! Appreciate it
Wow...fkn beautiful! I am not sure what happened with LB and you but you are doing beautiful work and anyone who gets the privilege of working with you will be extremely happy. 👍👏
@@dwtrksvc thanks man!! Appreciate it
Very nice job Peter . It looks amazing and running like a dream 👍
Glad you like it thanks for watching!
You’re an actual artist man. I love your videos. Glad I found your channel after you left LB. One question: if you sold this watch yourself today, how much would it go for being that it had to be such a serious restoration?
This isn’t a serious restoration by any means, I’d compare it to changing plugs belts and coolant on your car, nothing was altered all factory parts and basic polish! If I changed a lot of parts like case bracelet etc then I’d say it’ll affect value depending on condition
@@Peterpic Interesting!! I’d think post-polish and replacing parts it would’ve affected value more. In any case, if you sold this today what would you charge for it?
OCD , but most serious people are. A fantastic video, and a tribute to yourself and your profession. You rightly deserve all the patrons you no doubtably have. Watching someone who really loves their work is mesmerising. Fantastic work.. quick question, how much did you charge? (Although a rolex, pretty sure it's a blank cheque!) Great video, and good luck.
thank you tremendously!
wow!! great job restoring that beautiful watch back to life
Glad you enjoyed it thanks for watching !
Hay Pete how’s tricks? That turned out a million times better than it was!! 😮. Roughly how long would a restoration like that take?
I like watches, never tried a disassemble video but I did enjoy seeing yours and the explanation while working was dope
I appreciate that!
Ohhhhhhhhuuueee! Great work, Peter!
Thank you!!🙏🏻
Bought mine in Mexico 35 years ago runs like a top. Even sweeps. Nobody going to tell unless you scrutinize. Best $25
Outstanding restoration, my friend ,a looks million times better than before, holly molly seriously.. beautiful piece, I love it when you said respect,a should be this way with everything you own, unfortunately with don't see it this way...sad, once again thanks for bringing this piece back...until next time, all way from st George Utah, Viva watch making....
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!
I have a 1952 Doxa Antimagnetique that has been serviced only twice in 72 years: Once properly and once not so much. It's a treasured family heirloom from my late and beloved grandmother. Before I knew anything about watches, I gave it to a jewellery store which advertised watch repair. In hindsight, I think all they were really qualified to do is swap batteries in quartz junk. They "cleaned" it, which included cosmetically ruining the movement's screws with what I can only assume was a hammer wielded by a blind man. Needless to say, it didn't help, but the second shop did it properly. Their regulation ended in it running at -6 SPD. Pretty impressive for one actual service in over 70 years.
I wish that owner had replaced the hands.
Great job!
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
Fantastic job on a watch that was beat to heck. I wear mine daily as well.
A realy great restoration on that classic watch... It is what it is.. Its a classic anc has been worn as a watch should... Great job there...!!
appreciate it!
People need to start telling everyone who does a shitty job. Mechanics, attorneys, watchmakers and many other professions. We need to expose these hacks.
I actually agree with this
Incredible restoration, Peter! Where did you learn how to repair and restore watches like that? How much would a restoration like this one run? Very impressive that you have these highly technical skills, as well as your watch market and sales knowledge. Continued success and prosperity to you, brother!
Good question! mainly self taught but was lucky enough to have service managers, friends along the way teach me and allow me to work under them for periods of time.
Nice job. I particularly enjoyed the narration and explanations.
Glad you liked the explanations thanks for watching🙏🏻
Thanks for another great one. Keep up the great work.
Thank you🙏🏻
"It's just crazy that all these parts could break inside a watch and end up where they shouldn't be"
Lol, that's just such a hilarious statement 😂😂😂😂😂
I really admire and respect your dedication to your profession. I wish you were in the uk. Happy new year to you
Peter,what a great talent you pocess.That was some serious work! I was curious how did you learn to do this type of work?
Thank you very much! This was over the span of a few weeks waiting for back ordered parts! Usually this process should take no more than a day or two then additional 72 hours of observation (personal preference)
Great job, Peter! Looks great 👍
Thanks 👍
Hi Peter
. Love all your videos and will get my 18238 from you when I have the $$$. Wondering why you didn’t replace the hands? They were really hammered. I got my Rolex back from a repair guy, and there was a huge fingerprint on my second hand. I made sure to mention it the next time I took it in. Keep up the excellent work.
timeless piece nice work
I have a 1978 1803. I love this timepiece. Fun video to watch
Great watch!!
If it’s a 1803 it’s a pre 77. 78 and above were 18038’s
Pete I am a huge fan and must say you’re a master at your craft. Where did you learn to restore time pieces? If you don’t mind me asking.
the grease in the movement is from the gabagool
Extra gabagool on this one
Love the video, and more importantly your attention to detail.
Glad you liked it! And OCD is in the veins 😂
@@valruscheniko2321 Not sure what that is, but you Will Not get the same level of service that you WILL get from Peter.
Really nice to see the whole process! I would have liked to see new hands as well
Ehh price vs worth! These hands function properly and really you don’t notice the scratches unless under extreme magnification, but I agree would tie it all together😂
Wow 👌 impressive servicing man bravo 👏 love ❤️ your handy work !
Fixing the stretch on the bracelet would put the cherry on top of that for real. Nice job.
unfortunately that would require a lot of work & remaking 18k gold pins gold bracelets are a headache honestly
I love Pete’s videos
A stunning transformation, bravo!
thank you!
Thank you, that was a excellent follow through video!
Watching this video while wearing my Seiko5 Sports on a jubilee. ASMR. Great job beautiful Rolly.
Wow, thank you!
Outstanding video! Great work Peter
Glad you enjoyed it thanks !
What a beautiful time piece, what a fantastic job 👍🏻
thank you!
Wow excellent meticulous work Peter. Masterclass in service. I’m acquiring a 18238 1989 President this week. And if it needs service I know where I am going!
That’s awesome it’s a great watch! If you ever have an issue feel free to reach out
@@Peterpic Awesome thanks Peter. Sourcing from a very reputable dealer here in NH and they offer their own warranty. So I’ll have a look Thursday and let you know!
that almost looked fake when you first showed it, but by the end it looked amazing, you are incredible, how did you learn so fast????
THANK YOU! and years of doing this haha no quick way about it
Nice vid Peter, keep up the great work.
Thanks 👍
Wow!, what a fantastic job.
Thank you!
Well done Pete! Nicely done video, sure it took a long time to create, thank you for your share and work you put into your content! As an FYR what was the charge for this resto? Knowing full well each job will be different due to age, wear etc etc...just would be nice to know. Thanks in advance!
Many thanks! And that’s a great point, for a future video I’ll incorporate that.
This is crazy! Love the attention to detail. OCD Fanatic needs to stay behind the wheel 24/7
Darn great work. Excellent channel and I loved the slight trash talking on the previous "rocket scientist"
Really nice job sir, that is one of my favourite watches of all time.
Andy UK.
Glad you enjoyed it and I agree mine too!
Very good job! I’m autistic but I was able to understand by your narration in the video!
@@ChrisGorman87 happy it came out clear ! Thank you for watching🙏🏻
So glad Peter went off on his own to valuable to the game
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the AMZWATCH, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Great Job Pete OSD in watching repair is welcomed.
Absolutely! One of the most important traits😂
Im having a panic attack just looking at all those parts---disassembled. LOL!
It gives me a headache sometimes 😂
This was great to
Watch 🎉
@@cbincbnc thank you!
You are a true craftsmen sir.
My father had this exact watch - the exact reference. It sadly is no longer with him but I wish every day he still had it.
man im sorry to hear that! great watch and im sure It meant a ton to your father
Great video...satisfying to watch. You are a true craftsman!
The only thing else I would have liked to see, would have been replacing the hands. Those scratched up things really detract from its appearance, but perhaps the client was attached to his originals.
absolutely always try to keep everything 100% original usually the scratches don't show unless under macro like in the video
@@Peterpic Agreed...and thanks for the reply!
Beautiful work
Thank you very much!
Hi Peter, your work is amazing. Where do you buy parts to repair watches?
From the manufacturer 😂
How much did this restoration cost ? Or what would be a typical charge for such job ? thanks !
Genuinely depends, something like this is around a few hundred all in with parts labor etc.
I came for the sopranos reference and watch restoration, I stayed for the well deserved shit talk.
😂😂😂 great comment
The New York Cleveland and Chicago aaaaaaaa n oooooooos are hilarious 😂 those accents are hilarious
Not in a bad way my Oma busts my balls cause her husband is from New York and I’m from Cleveland area my cousin lives in Chicago but the older I get I realize I have the accent I was denying my whole life
Brilliant job - well done.
Love it, this is my all-time grail watch, being a child of the 80's it will always be on the top of my list, It is another banger from peter, keep it up. lol 1st
such a classic watch, one of the best models wish they did a rerun of these now in 2024!
@@Peterpic OMG yes a rerun of this watch would be amazing. If I ever need this kind of work done I know where I am going, You did an amazing restoration of this piece, thanks so much for sharing.
@@johnflynn6140 appreciate it John! If they don’t have what you’re looking for give me a call
Beautiful work!
Thank you very much!
great work Peter
Many thanks! 🙏🏻
Great Job ! Not many have your skills anymore !
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MAMACOO, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Amazing work that’s a pleasure to see and an amazing video Pete.
Can you tell me if you use original blue lock tight brand or if a generic brand with blue tight is just as good these days.
@@Watchugoton yes regular loctite, and thanks for watching!
Awesome work 👏🏻
Thank you!
Fcking great video - the one we've been waiting for! Another great upload, thanks again
Glad you enjoyed it! thank you
Bro I have the notification on for your videos, and I haven’t gotten one since I’ve subscribed to your channel.
Damn UA-cam doesn’t want me to win😂
@@Peterpic I see
Great vid, Pete. However, I was curious why you didn't put all the parts into cleaning solution after you took it apart? Love your videos!
@@fbernacke it goes through a 4 stage cleaning machine, I just couldn’t find the footage haha all parts are cleaned before reassembly
You are super great!! You LOVE what you do!!!!
Thank you so much!