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If you love mechanical watches, especially those from the days of glory past, you've come to the right place! Join Stian for repairs and restoration of vintage watches both at higher price levels such as Omega, Longines and Rolex, but also some (very) affordable watches to see what can be done with rusty pieces you might find in your grandfather's drawer.
There will be some banter, rambling tangents, not always credible stories and hopefully also some insights into the world of mechanical watches. Subscribe to be kept up to date on new videos, which we publish every couple of weeks!
If you want to get in contact with us you can mail us at info@vintagewatchservices.eu or go to our website www.vintagewatchservices.eu
There will be some banter, rambling tangents, not always credible stories and hopefully also some insights into the world of mechanical watches. Subscribe to be kept up to date on new videos, which we publish every couple of weeks!
If you want to get in contact with us you can mail us at info@vintagewatchservices.eu or go to our website www.vintagewatchservices.eu
Why does this watch have two seconds hands?
Today we have something very unusual on the bench; a split-seconds or rattrapante chronograph! This is a type of chronograph in where you have two seconds hands, which can either move in sync or be split to time different events.
Join Stian for a full service and repair of this lovely Alain Silberstein limited edition as we discuss how a rattrapante works and the pros and cons of modular movements like this one!
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See our current selection at Chrono24: www.chrono24.com/search/index.htm?customerId=26311&dosearch=true
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bit.ly/3X1rpUl Chinese “Horia style” jeweling tool
bit.ly/3P5EQR7 Demagnetizer
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Join Stian for a full service and repair of this lovely Alain Silberstein limited edition as we discuss how a rattrapante works and the pros and cons of modular movements like this one!
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Join this channel to get access to many more videos and perks:
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Or join my patreon page: www.patreon.com/VintageWatchServices89
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See our watches and read our blog at www.vintagewatchservices.eu
See our current selection at Chrono24: www.chrono24.com/search/index.htm?customerId=26311&dosearch=true
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Amazon tools and resources for watchmaking as a hobby:
bit.ly/43yQRmw Watchmaking books
bit.ly/3N3rlz3 Watchmaker’s loupe
bit.ly/43vOcu4 Watchmaker tweezers
bit.ly/3Nm0lfc Moebius lubricants
bit.ly/43ITWjM Screwdrivers
bit.ly/468B8wq Case opener
bit.ly/468Bfbk Rodico
bit.ly/3J8mX0u Polywatch
bit.ly/42wAZQf Presto tools
bit.ly/3J6UND7 Bergeon tools
bit.ly/3X21iwL Horotec tools
bit.ly/3X2xiAU Chinese made watchmaking tools
bit.ly/3qFqgWk Digital microscope
bit.ly/3CkZt4f Ultrasonic cleaner
bit.ly/3qAAPtX Ultrasonic cleaning solution
bit.ly/43V9HEr Denture cleaning tablet
bit.ly/3X1rpUl Chinese “Horia style” jeweling tool
bit.ly/3P5EQR7 Demagnetizer
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A rusty and neglected Jaeger-LeCoultre triple calendar
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Today we have Walter's rusty and neglected Jaeger-LeCoultre triple calendar watch from the 1940's on the bench. The watch has seen better days/years/decades and as we will see it looks worse on the inside than on the outside... Join Stian for a full restoration of this old watch as we try to salvage what we can and count up snag after snag in this difficult repair! Join this channel to get acce...
Repairing a 1950s Breguet Type XX - and making a flyback!
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#making watch parts #breguet type xx #flyback Today we have something rare on the bench; Matt's Breguet Type XX chronograph from the early 1950s! The Type XX was commissioned by the French military and came in a few different versions and as we will see, Matt's one has a few issues, chief among them that it does not have the flyback function. So let's make one! Did you ever see anyone making pa...
Why Won't This Rolex Datejust Tick?
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Today we have José's 1986 Rolex Datejust on the bench and what a stunner this watch is! It is however also a non-runner, although the handset and date quick-set works. Let's find out what the problem is and see if we can fix it! The Datejust is an iconic model, virtually unchanged in design since its introduction in 1945. While there have been some variance in the sizes of the different Datejus...
Did my friend buy a fake Rolex?!?
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Today we have Franco's watch on the bench, what should be a Rolex Explorer II reference 16570 but could this Rolex be a fake? He bought his watch for what he felt was a really good price, so good that he is a bit worried the watch might not be genuine... Fake watches are a menace to the wrist watch industry and Rolex is the brand that is faked more than any other brand. A fake Rolex can in fact...
Repairing the Omega Speedmaster Professional - x2!
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The Omega Speedmaster Professional "Moonwatch" is probably the most iconic of all watches, being the first watch to be worn on the moon by Buzz Aldrin in 1969. The Speedmaster Professional was actually launched in 1957 as a general racing timer but after it was selected by NASA for the Apollo missions in 1965 it took on a different status and after being worn on the Moon it is for always known ...
A rare Seiko caliber 6139 Pulsations Chronograph!
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Today we have a 1970 Seiko 6139 chronograph on the bench, the legendary caliber that might very well have been the first automatic chronograph. It is in need of some TLC although the owner wants to keep the case and bracelet as is given that it was his father's watch. Join Stian for a full service of this watch complete with a comparison of this caliber to the Zenith El Primero and the Chrono-M...
The dreaded Omega 1000 family...! 😖
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Today we have James' old Omega Automatic with the much maligned Omega 1000 family inside it. The launch of the 1000 family was Omega's first entry into high-beat movements and was marked by a lot of bad press and some birthing issues. This specific caliber is 1020 and as we will discuss, it's really not a bad movement at all. Join Stian for a full service and repair of this very cool 70s watch ...
A 95 year old Longines pocket watch with issues!
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Hello watch lovers, today we're working on Alex' wonderful Longines pocket watch from 1928 with the excellent 18.69N movement inside it. The watch doesn't run, the crystal is missing and the silver case is tarnished, so let's get to work! Join Stian for a full service and repair of this wonderful old watch as we discuss the perils of high accuracy and recipes for witch brew! See the Wassberg/Mi...
Repairing the (in)famous Chronographe Suisse!
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Today we have James' beautiful Aureole Chronographe Suisse in 18K gold on the bench, and this old watch is in need of some tender love and care! It does not run very well and there are issues with the chronograph function also. Join Stian for a repair and service of this wonderful wristwatch as we delve into the history of Chronographe Suisse and the movement manufacturer inside them, Landeron....
Full restoration of an Indian (??!) watch!
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Today we are restoring a most unusual watch; an HTM Janata from the 1970s. It has seen better days (haven't we all) and isn't really a watch that has enough value for our efforts, but it's still fun to see what an Indian watch looks like! Join Stian for a full restoration and service of this old watch as we delve into the history of HMT as a company and the future of watchmaking! As always ther...
1950's Tudor Oysterdate Big Rose Complete Restoration | Movement, Case & Bracelet!
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Hey everyone, today we've got something special on the workbench - Amy's awesome 1959 Tudor Big Rose wristwatch! This vintage beauty may run fine, but its bracelet has seen better days, and the case has a few battle scars. So, what are we going to do? Restore it all, of course! Join Stian as he works his magic, restoring everything from the movement to the case and bracelet. It's a full package...
What is wrong with this picture?
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Hi guys, here the resolution of the question a few days back as to the issue with this dial. There was a lot of great activity around this as the question was very open, but without further ado, here the resolution :) Join this channel to get access to many more videos and perks: czcams.com/channels/aoHoXGQL5BDONt4vbaTw_g.htmljoin Or join my patreon page: www.patreon.com/VintageWatchServices89 ...
How to use and choose screwdrivers!
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In this video I show how your screwdrivers should be sharpened to fit the screws and avoid accidents on your most precious watch, as the one I'm using in this demo, my great-great-grandfather's Patek which he received as a gift from Napoleon (or so I was told). Join this channel to get access to many more videos and perks: czcams.com/channels/aoHoXGQL5BDONt4vbaTw_g.htmljoin Or join my patreon p...
Rule Britannia! - The rise and fall of Smiths
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Rule Britannia! - The rise and fall of Smiths
The complicated and colorful Wakmann Regatta wristwatch
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The complicated and colorful Wakmann Regatta wristwatch
Property of the Military - a 1937 Longines Majetek
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Property of the Military - a 1937 Longines Majetek
What will we find inside this old beauty?
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What will we find inside this old beauty?
A simple chronograph but a difficult repair...
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A simple chronograph but a difficult repair...
A mistreated Vacheron & Constantin... 😫
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A mistreated Vacheron & Constantin... 😫
Full restoration of a 51 year old watch
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Full restoration of a 51 year old watch
A Tourbillon disassembled (and reassembled)!
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A Tourbillon disassembled (and reassembled)!
Is the Memovox the most iconic watch ever made?
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Is the Memovox the most iconic watch ever made?
The Gruen Curvex - an American (?) icon
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The Gruen Curvex - an American (?) icon
First time on YouTube - the legendary Omega 33.3
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First time on CZcams - the legendary Omega 33.3
Out of this world - CIGA Design Gilding Version
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Out of this world - CIGA Design Gilding Version
Grandpa's gift was forgotten for 40 years...
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Grandpa's gift was forgotten for 40 years...
Who won the race for first automatic chronograph?
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Who won the race for first automatic chronograph?
A competent watchmaker. Beautiful done. I think it should have a little patina otherwise it doesn't show the journey. When I see it cleaned up it l wouldn't say. No to that. Great yarn over the clutch wheel...
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A very clear and precise video, made me think twice about purchasing a Chinese made watch. Thanks a lot for the time and effort in making this informative content.
My pleasure!
It’s a second second-hand seconds hand
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I want to watch how make purchase
Very nice presentation, please keep doing it, thank you for your professionalism.
Thank you very much!
I bought one of these because of this video. I have one just like it, blue face, same vintage and movement, but mine is an automatic. I love it.
Cool to hear!
“My Precious” - the Tudor from Mordor
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@@VintageWatchServices I used to have a Tudor but when we had kids, we had to trade it in for a four door
Seriously I love that !
I've got a landeron 149 that is really good but the mainspring just snaped so when I get better at tinkering that will be my first crono service
Good luck!
Hello! Thank you for a very educational video. I also am about to clean and disassemble a 370 Gruen for the first time. I have a question. What size Bergeon mainspring winder did you use for the 370 barrel?
Hello Marjorie, thanks and cool to hear! I honestly do not remember, but if you have a set of mainspring winders, try them inside the barrel drum until you find the one that just fits. It's probably 3, 4 or 5
I have a caper in which you may be interested . I just watched an episode of the classic "Fraiser". I believe he was wearing a Cartier Tank. I would be cool to have someone like yourself spot or iD watches that folks are wearing in movies or shows. Just an idea
Man,your video quality is amazing. I’ve never seen such sharp focus on CZcams.
Wow, thanks!
Hi, I have just gotten the exact same watch and have the same problem with the chrono pusher being broken. Do you by any chance know where you got the replacement? Good Video btw!! 😊
I think I bought them at cousinsUK.com
Retropunk, retropunk, retropunk,... retropunk. Got it!
I like the movement but these days not so much due to part availability. Beautiful dial, hands, and case. I avoid them 😭 Il f not regular serviced.
Thats a good soviet joke for my next colonoscopy.
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100% Exactly the arrangement of my Breitling from 1972, except that the rotating ring was a slide ring.
nice..
You make it look so easy, true sign of a craftsman, Bloody Brilliant sir ❤
Many thanks 😊
Thanks for this. You just gained a subscriber
Thanks for the sub!
Can you please name the name and type of the machine to vacuume the nuclear dust while you open the watch? 1:59
It's a Weller ZeroSmog
That’s the cleanest watch I’ve ever seen 👍👍👍
Just found your channel, really enjoy it thank you, give me a new Dial anytime by the way 😮lol x
Welcome aboard!
Thank you for this video. It’s very very informative!
Glad it was helpful!
okay so I wanna start of by saying that I recently found your channel and am loving all of the past videos, but... the water resistance part I have to disagree with. When going on to most watchmakers websites (longines, omega, breitling...) they rate their watches for, for example, 3 atm or 30 meters of water approximately. Since the inside of any watch also has the same atm of pressure as the air around you, you do not need to make the calculation that you made of subtracting one. So then they go on to claim this is in still water blah blah blah don't submerge it because we don't want trouble if we made a mistake. But doing some actual calculations it turns out moving in water can only create a max extra pressure of about 1.3 meters. This means that with a watch that is actually protected up to 3 atm of static pressure swimming in water up to 28 meters is fine. I'm pretty sure the disclaimer is there just in case some QC issue concerning water resistance managed to slip past and they don't feel like dealing with it... or even worse if it isn't actually resistant up to 3 atm. I will admit that chemicals, hot water (vapour) or salt water might have a different impact... This all of course only works for new watches since gaskets and materials deteriorate over time, so think you are correct in saying that vintage watches should never be considered waterproof unless tested. anyway sorry for the rant, just wanted to let you know. Keep making great videos!!
Thanks for your rant/comment! 😁 Yep, water resistance is a confusing and frequently misunderstood topic, which is why it's always better to be on the safe side. And I think your point about disclaimers is absolutely spot on, with manufacturers definitely covering their butts by telling customers to not actually trust what their watches say with regards to water resistance. That said, a 3 ATM watch really isn't intended to be taken down into the water, it's generally not even considered safe for wearing in the shower. To take a watch into the water you should have at least a 5 ATM rating or preferably 10ATM. But hey, I'd be very happy if you volunteer for a live experiment to take one of your 3ATM watches diving and tell me what happens! Getting some real data would be awesome :) 😊
@@VintageWatchServices if I ever get my hands on a watch rated to 3 am I’d be down to try! Currently I only have vintage divers or watches with absolutely no waterproofness 🙃
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so, if i payd 800euros for a speedmaster triple calendar with 1150 movment, without service, it ok?:)
Most likely that's very good, yes, but there's always a correlation between what you pay and what you get, so there might be a whole family of gremlins living in that watch :)
Nice Work Done By You....
Thank you! Cheers!
Yes Watches need to maintain their value. .... So what's up with SWATCH and Rolex ? They will "Orphan" virtually any watch for any excuse. Great way to build confidence in a product. Jussayin 😉
Excellent video! Question: does anyone know if the Ebel 8137241 has the same internals/movement as the 8134901? I have been trying to find the all gold version of the 8134901 with little luck, however the 8137241 looks a lot like the 8134901 with a different dial. As I have the dial for the 8134901, I wonder if I buy the 8137241, can I put the 8134901 dial on it?
I never use filters. It degrades the optical quality. I can always correct the contrast in the darkroom. You have to look through the target finder at a modest distance. I use a Agfa Billy Record. I only use Acros II or Lomo 100 color.
That watch cleaned up well. The TLC you gave had her running like a champ. Outstanding work Boss 🫡🤝
Thanks! 👍
Like many American kids growing up in the 70’s, my first watch was a Timex. A hand winding 3 hander, I remember the Navy blue dial clearly. It was quite common to put a Speidel Twist-o-Flex band on your watch in those days, and mine was no different. Sadly, that watch has been lost to time, but I have clear memories of wearing it, trying to be like Dad.😊
Yeah, those first watches we had will always have a place in our hearts :)
Bravo ❗️❗️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Nice watch great work ❗️❗️👌🏼
Thank you so much 👍
Hypnosis.
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I agree with others that is a chunky watch and a great conversation piece but probably not for me. Great video though. I am more into the vintage style watches and about 10 years ago I got a 1970's watch on evil bay for £30GBP. It has recently begun periodically stopping and I guess it needs a service, I don't think anything is broken. I have been quoted between £150 and £180GBP for a service which is way more than it is worth. Are there any other options for me. I don't have the skills or tools to do the work myself. This must condemn a load of perfectly good watches to the trash.
£150 and £180 for a service is actually very low and if you get a good service for that price you should probably go for it, if the watch means anything to you. If it's all the same, then yeah... it's unfortunately how our society works these days 😔
Your humor is a joy to add to your expertise!
Thanks! 😁👍
Do ur homework on the vendor. Reputable vendors is the most important aspect of buyin a watch
Bought a mint condition cartier and 1974 Timex Marlin on eBay . Multiple watch guys said both are very nice watches and very good deals.
What a beautiful watch... it looks great even with a donor seconds hand -:)
Challenge? might be an understatement
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What a beautiful watch... thanks for the video Stian!! - Glad you bought it serviced :D
You and me both! 😆
@@VintageWatchServices Absolutely :)
Like a boss! I'm still crest fallen over the cap jewell shock setting that pinged to oblivion the other day 😢 Tore apart my office 3 times 😂
That sounds too familiar 🤔
Is it OK to polish an acrylic crystal with Polywatch or .05mm diamond paste while it is on the watch? Or could that lead to water ingress? Thank you!
It wouldn't lead to water ingress, no, but be careful you don't rub on the bezel or the case. It might be an idea to mask off the area with tape. And you can even use toothpaste 😉
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Nice video, love the movement. i believe it the same in Seagull 1963.
Yes, this is the movement Seagull bought the machinery for
@@VintageWatchServices Makes sense, Thanks for the information. i did buy one of those Seagull 1963's.
What is the detect zone for on the de-magnitizing apparatus?
I'm not sure, but big enough for large watches
I'm willing to bet. You could make an entire video just by taking a deep dive into "The Cannon Pinion" . I watch various watchmaking CZcamsrs. I feel it is a very under explained part. Your explanation today came close to a good short explanation. I really enjoy your sense of humor. Dumb Dad Jokes Rule 🤘 Thanks Boss always informative and fun. 🫡🤝
Thanks! 😁 There isn't really that much more to explain about the cannon pinion though :)