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Watch off the Cuff is a boutique watch repair business located in Milton, Ontario, Canada. Along with repairs, Watch off the Cuff is an official retailer of Jakob Eitan watches.
Unboxing: Horotec MSA10.311 Spring Bar Curve Tool
I demonstrate the use of the Horotec "CurveTool" MSA103.11
This tool allows you to bend spring bars, when a curved spring bar is required for your watch and/or watch strap.
I couldn't help but take one of these for myself - I recently received this in stock and is available for sale at watchoffthecuff.com:
watchoffthecuff.com/products/horotec%C2%AE-spring-bar-bending-tool
I also mention in the video that I now stock Seiko and Citizen capacitors:
watchoffthecuff.com/collections/capacitors-seiko
I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical resources, watch articles and more:
watchoffthecuff.com/
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This tool allows you to bend spring bars, when a curved spring bar is required for your watch and/or watch strap.
I couldn't help but take one of these for myself - I recently received this in stock and is available for sale at watchoffthecuff.com:
watchoffthecuff.com/products/horotec%C2%AE-spring-bar-bending-tool
I also mention in the video that I now stock Seiko and Citizen capacitors:
watchoffthecuff.com/collections/capacitors-seiko
I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical resources, watch articles and more:
watchoffthecuff.com/
Purchase HOROTEC watchmaking and servicing equipment:
watchoffthecuff.com/collections/horotec
Purchase watchmaking equipment:
watchoffthecuff.com
Become a member of Watch off the Cuff:
czcams.com/channels/yMVTLc9QTiQ7oV1Dhbxp8g.htmljoin
The Watch off the Cuff watch repair channel:
czcams.com/channels/yMVTLc9QTiQ7oV1Dhbxp8g.html
My Articles on RegardingLuxury.com:
regardingluxury.com/author/colin-potts/
Jakob Eitan Watches:
watchoffthecuff.com/collections/jakob-eitan
Horological Society of Canada
horologicalsocietyofcanada.org
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Exploring The Horotec Headquarters In Switzerland And Experiencing The 2024 EPHJ Show
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I take trip to Switzerland to visit Horotec in La Chaux-de-Fonds and attend the 2024 EPHJ show in Geneva in June 2024. I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical resources, watch articles and more: watchoffthecuff.com/ Purchase HOROTEC watchmak...
How to: Seiko Solar Capacitor Replacement
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I walk through a capacitor change on a Seiko Solar watch. The model is a Seiko V157-0AS0. The capacitor used for the V157A inside this watch is a 3032 34U I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical resources, watch articles and more: watchoffth...
How to: Seiko Solar Crystal Replacement
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I walk through my process replacing the crystal that is very scratched on a Seiko Solar watch with rotating bezel, screw down crown and water resistance rating of 200M. The model is a Seiko V157-0AS0. I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical ...
Should I Unbox this Bergeon 5285-D Staking Kit?
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I talk about current dilemma regarding the unboxing of the Bergeon 5285-D. I'm not sure if I should add it to my collection or not! This staking set is no longer being produced by Bergeon, it is now available as the 15285-d staking set and updated and arguably nicer set. I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sell...
All About: Watchmakers Screwdrivers
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I talk about watchmakers screwdrivers, what I use, and what I recommend as essential screwdrivers to have. A number of the items shown are for sale at watchoffthecuff.com Horotec® 12 Screwdriver Set, MSA01.281-E: watchoffthecuff.com/products/copy-of-horotec®-screwdriver-set-with-8-screwdrivers-rotating-base-and-spare-blades Horotec® 6 Screwdrier Set, MSA01-281-D: watchoffthecuff.com/products/co...
How to: Cartier Santos Battery Replacement
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Step by Step instructions and demonstration of changing the battery on a quartz Cartier Santos watch. I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical resources, watch articles and more: watchoffthecuff.com/ Become a member of Watch off the Cuff: czc...
How to: Watch Sliding Clasp Adjustment
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How to adjust the sliding friction clasp on a metal watch bracelet. I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repair company that repairs watches, sells new and vintage watches and watch parts, and also provides technical resources, watch articles and more: watchoffthecuff.com/ Become a member of Watch off the Cuff: czcams.com/channels/yMVTLc9QTiQ7oV1Dh...
Restoration: Vintage Timex Using Vintage Donor Parts
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Restoration of a vintage Timex. Damaged vintage Timex with sentimental value is restored using donor parts from an intact identical (or mostly identical donor watch). The plan was to use as many of the original parts as possible including the watch movement, dial, hands and caseback. I was able to use all the original parts provided but was not able to reform the caseback into shape enough to r...
How to: Cartier Tank Battery Replacement... but something is suspicious!
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How to, step by step instructions to replace the battery on a Cartier Tank Quartz. Spoiler alert, this watch turned out to be a fake. I was put off the scent as this came in with a bunch of other watches that were not fake - including a Cartier Santos (although now I can't wait to confirm authenticity on that piece as well). Regardless, I wanted to clean and return the watch to the customer in ...
How to: Expansion Band Link Removal
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How to, step by step instructions to remove a link from an expansion style metal watch bracelet. Not many people are aware that it is possible to remove links from these watch bands. It is possible to remove links but the process can be a bit involved - watch to see the if you want to tackle this yourself! I'm Colin Potts, owner of Watch off the Cuff in Milton, ON Canada, a boutique watch repai...
How to: Seiko Sportura Battery Replacement
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How to, step by step instructions to replace the battery on this Seiko Sportura quartz chronograph. Topics covered include opening the caseback, removing and inserting the battery (in this case a Renata 399), removing, replacing and re-lubricating the caseback gasket, closing the caseback, and resetting the chronograph center seconds hand and accumulated minute hand back to zero. I'm Colin Pott...
Unboxing: Jeweling Tool from Alibaba/Ebay
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Unboxing: Jeweling Tool from Alibaba/Ebay
Unboxing: Bergeon 7250 Bracelet Pin Driver
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Unboxing: Bergeon 7250 Bracelet Pin Driver
How to: Timex NHL Maple Leaf Battery Change
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How to: Timex NHL Maple Leaf Battery Change
Watchmaking Tools and Supplies Order Unboxing
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Watchmaking Tools and Supplies Order Unboxing
How To: Seiko SNA411 Battery Replacement
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How To: Seiko SNA411 Battery Replacement
How to: Repair a Watch Bracelet with Pin and Rivets (Movado)
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How to: Repair a Watch Bracelet with Pin and Rivets (Movado)
Crown and Stem Release Ronda 1062 Watch Movement
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Crown and Stem Release Ronda 1062 Watch Movement
How to: Stuhrling Watch Battery Replacement
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How to: Stuhrling Watch Battery Replacement
How to: Quartz Watch not Working after a Battery Change
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How to: Quartz Watch not Working after a Battery Change
Crown and Stem Release Timex Indigo M649.3V.01
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Crown and Stem Release Timex Indigo M649.3V.01
How to Replace an Acrylic Crystal using a Crystal Lift
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How to Replace an Acrylic Crystal using a Crystal Lift
Chronograph Hand Alignment Fossil FS5350 Series Watch
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Chronograph Hand Alignment Fossil FS5350 Series Watch
Chronograph Hand Alignment Emporio Armani model AR-0431
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Chronograph Hand Alignment Emporio Armani model AR-0431
How to Replace a Scratched or Cracked Watch Crystal, Step by Step
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How to Replace a Scratched or Cracked Watch Crystal, Step by Step
How to Change the Battery in an ESQ Watch with Snap Back Case
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How to Change the Battery in an ESQ Watch with Snap Back Case
Chronograph Hand Alignment Michael Kors MK-8589 Watch / JS15
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Chronograph Hand Alignment Michael Kors MK-8589 Watch / JS15
Where can we find a 0.4mm tool tip ?
I can help you! Lol Watchoffthecuff.com (bitninsont think I have the tool you want listed on the website) Email me at colin@watchoffthecuff.com and I'd be happy to quote you some options! Cheers, Colin
This has happened to me for a second time with vintage seiko quartz watches . The watch has a new battery . It will work for about 2 minutes and then stop with the second hand twitching. With the first watch the same thing happened but after I put too much lubricant in ,the watchmaker told me that the movement was dead and it would cost me 80 euro for a new one. I'm very disappointed as this is a recent purchase from eBay and its cost me 12.50 for a new battery. The seller said it was running and keeping good time. I won't be buying seiko vintage quartz again. The first watch by the way was my own and was 30 years old.
Arghh - sorry to hear that! One thing to keep in mind... the hour wheel is kept in place with a wavy washer pressed between the hour wheel and dial. When you change the battery if you press down too hard you can press the dial too close to the movement putting pressure on the hour wheel, which will make the watch stop (sometime right away, sometimes after several minutes or hours). If you decase the movement you can gently separate the dial from the movement a fraction of a millimeter and it will relieve the tension, allowing the watch to work again! Just a suggestion! Cheers, Colin
Thank you!!! Pushing the stem back in showed me exactly how to remove it!! Legend.
Hahaha Awesome!
Your awesome....thanks!!
You're welcome! Subscribe and become a member! Lol
Is this same for both glass and acyrlic crystals?
No, acrylic are compressed and fit into a machined groove, and require a special tool... Here is a video! czcams.com/video/pjHlBZFUDQ0/video.html
Needed to find out the driver size for those tiny retainer screws.. 1.2mm thanks 👍🏻
You are welcome!!!!
Excelente!
Where can I take it to get this done since I don’t own the apparatus’s you have?
Where are you located? If in Canada you can send it to me if you like! Cheers, Colin
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My wife's Santos de Cartier 187903 needs battery replacement what type do I need? 362?
If there are no markings on the battery that is in it now, measure the battery diameter and depth and I can confirm the correct replacement! I don't have a reference guide for all the Santos models and what they require battery wise - so I measure either the battery or if it's missing I measure the battery compartment. Cheers, Colin
Where can i buy this? Thanks
Watchoffthecuff.com
Thank you! This was so tremendously helpful.
Amazing! Glad it helped! Please subscribe - and consider becoming a member so I can continue to make great content! Cheers, Colin
I can do every metal watch strap i have all the tool's but theses are a pain in the arse
Yes! Totally! They can be very frustrating and finicky. Not my favorite thing to do. I had a customer lose a bunch of weight and needed 5 or 6 of these done at once!
Thx just done it
Great!!!!
How would you rate this tool versus bergeon 5700? Im torn between what tool i want versus need. Thanks!
I have never been hands on with the 5700. I do like the style of holder that the 5700 uses, but you can buy this style for the Horotec version (I haven't gotten around to doing it yet though). There are so many options for the Horotec though - so if I could do it all over again I would still go with Horotec. (The 5700 is basically industry standard though, I have visited many shops that use it instead of the Horotec version.)
@@watchoffthecuff thanks for the tips!
Definitely in the learning phase, so probably overkill, but does something like this actually work? Is it safer on the watches? Horotec Rack Press Watch Case Opener with Red Suction Die Set
I saw the red suction die set in person at Horotec headquarters in Switzerland not that long ago, but have never actually used them. I do have the blue suction die set in my own shop and have used them with mixed results. I only use them if I don't have the proper die. So my advice is not to rely on them as any everyday die option. On my website I have the version that includes the Rolex, B&M, and blue suction dies, plus of course the standard adjustable fixture. I have been very happy with this setup!
ive had my watch for 12 years, never thought it had an auditory alarm. I heard it once years ago but thought i was just hearing things because i couldnt replicate it. THANKYOU FOR THIS VIDEO
Hahaha, that's awesome! Cheers, Colin
What if it's broken?
Use tweezers to pull out what is left of the stem. Usually between the inside of the case and the movement as the stem usually breaks on point where it exits the case!
@@watchoffthecuff TY
thanks so much!
You're welcome!
Surely the turbo does the job of the pulse or am I confused
The Turbo forces the hands around by exciting the driver coil. The Pulse listens for the driver coil to fire during regular operation of the timing circuit so if the hands are not moving you can determine if the watch is running or not, as the watch could not be running or the watch is running but the hands are mechanically stuck! Hope I've explained that better and not worse than the video!!!! Eeeeeek! So, they each perform a very different function, as the Turbo acts upon the watch, while the Pulse only monitors what the watch is doing (or not doing!) Cheers Colin
thank you. life saver !
So glad it helped! Feel free to leave me a tip! 😁 It keeps me motivated to keep making videos! Cheers, Colin
Thank you, very helpful!
You are welcome! Please consider becoming a member of my channel for $1 a month! 😁 Cheers, Colin
9215 or 8215?
I did this video a long time ago, but pretty sure it is an 8215... Is that what you are asking???
Thank, because I follow and complete my all work and one agin Thank you so march. ❤❤🎉❤❤,,👍🏻👍🏻
You are welcome! Cheers, Colin
THANK YOU. My watch was a bit loose but taking off a link made it too tight. Did not know my watch could do this but it fits perfectly now
Awesome! So glad the video was helpful!!!
hopefully i will find a watch maker in ethiopia to fix my Rolex Oyster glass , it's not the "original" it's a replica
Hi i do have a FOSSIL ARKITEKT SPEEDWAY CHRONOGRAPH FS3075 and once i put a battery on it, it will work for some hours only
Is there still an impulse to the coil? Do you have a way to test it? Does it get "stuck" in the same spot? (Wondering if it's just jammed). Also, sometimes when the battery is changed you press it in too hard and and puts pressure on the hour wheel when the movement and dial are pushed together too tightly This can also happen when you use a replacement battery that is too thick. Some things to try/consider anyway, hope this helps! Cheers, Colin
@@watchoffthecuff thanks, how about automatic watches? do you know anything about them?
Yes, I have a few videos that involve automatics! Mostly vintage though.
@@watchoffthecuff great, I own a vintage Seiko, do you mind if I send some pictures to you? I really don't know how to fix this thing. Hope you can help me with it
It works but just for a short period of time, even if I wind it or wear it
Beautiful. Saved me a trip to the service center.
Awesome! Cheers, Colin
i have a Seiko 4336-8080, and I'm not sure if a new crystal needs to be glued in or if it can be pressed in with pressure. if Can you advise?
Send me a picture to colin@watchoffthecuff.com ?
I have an old Legion which i like, doesnt work with a new battery and when i put it on the Turbo it goes backwards for some reason.
The Turbo depending on how you position it in relation to the coil can make the watch go backwards. So don't be too alarmed by that. Do you have a pulse from the circuit?
@@watchoffthecuff i'm a complete beginner and i want to save the watch if i can. Ive put a new battery in and theres no Pulse, also on my quartz tester the hands dont move if i push the Line Free button all the way down, the hands spin only when half pushed and half power applied, maybe a resistor prob, ive no idea? and thankyou for responding
Sorry, I wish I had some solid advice for you! Finding out what the coil resistance is supposed to be to make sure the coil is okay might be the place to start? Usually, from a commercial repair perspective it is cheaper to get a replacement movement when available - so I rarely do a deep dive on quartz movements. Cheers, Colin
Can I send you my identical watch for a battery replacement? I sent it to Gucci but they no longer service these...
Yes! if you are in Canada, I currently do not accept customer shipments from the United States.
Ahh bummer! I am in New Hampshire...
@nikkiharding So sorry, what started to happen is that someone from the US would send in a repair, then a month later I'd get a customs clearance bill for $50 (sometimes more!) just to get it into the country.
@@watchoffthecuffoh wow! That would be a bummer!
correct battery is 315 and not 362
You may be right, both batteries are 7.9mm and I did not pull the spec on this movement and didn't record it so I can't go back and check. It did have a 362 in it at the time. Did you pull the spec on this movement (if you know what it is?). The trouble with a 315 is the depth when the battery is held with a side spring. The 315 is only 1.6mm thick so it would work, but could possibly pull away from the bottom contact making it reliability an issue as the battery could shift during wear and make intermittent contact with the lower contact prong. The 362 is 2.1mm thick and sat flush with the top of the movement itself, if it was incorrect it would have stuck out, raising alarm bells. Also, if it was not the correct thickness, with the error being too thick as you propose then it would have put pressure on the movement and would likely jam the hour wheel against the underside of dial, causing the watch to lose time or not work at all. In the absence of the movement spec sheet I stand behind the 362 for this model... But am willing to be corrected if other data is present! We are all human and make mistakes! Cheers, Colin
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My Santos was send to Cartier for a battery replacement a few years back, but this time I decided to replace it myself. The battery was an SR721SW/362.
Thanks for weighing in the debate! Appreciate it! Cheers, Colin
Beautiful Explanation 🎉❤
Thanks!!!! 🙏
Why didn't you show how to remove the crown ?
It was an editing error, however I did a video on just the crown removal for a 7S26 here! czcams.com/video/tFZKIhYayhk/video.htmlsi=9a6ty21YAZNlyfWE
0:37 THANK YOU!
You are welcome!!!! Cheers Colin
Struggled with mine for 15 minutes, decided to open up CZcams and found this gem of a video. Stem removed 30 seconds later. Brilliant tip--thank you!
You are welcome!!! Cheers, Colin
ASMR
High praise! Thanks!!!
I shattered the crystal and now little bits of glass are stuck in the adhesive (I guess) around the edges of the ring. how do i get rid of them?
You should use some Rodico to grab any pieces of debris.... watchoffthecuff.com/products/bergeon-6033-rodico-cleaning-product?_pos=3&_psq=rodic&_ss=e&_v=1.0
I was told technically this watch is a Rolex because it’s made by Rolex
Tudor is owned by Rolex, but they are not made in the same factory or share few if any parts. In the past Tudor used Rolex cases and used ETA movements. They now use their own cases and use their own movements. Cheers Colin
I have to give you thumbs down because you did not lubricate the case back gasket.
Fair point! It is likely that I did lubricate it, just didn't capture it on camera... But to be honest for this video I don't remember.
thank
4 like very nice video Hello brother my friend, 💯👍🏻🙋
Thank you!
Hoping to witness the growth of your channel. Cheers!
Thank you! Very, very kind of you! Cheers! Colin
Hello, could you please let me know what grit sharpening stone should I get for screwdrivers?? 400?. 800? 1000? 3000?
I personally use a 150/400 combination stone and use 800 to do a little touch up at the end. The reason is that 150/400 combination stones are readily available.
@@watchoffthecuff tnx man👍
Hello ; i build watches for fun and i just found out about this movement ; i would like to put it in a watch but i can’t find parts that fit with it ; if someone can help me ill be very grateful !
It can be tough sometimes to find off the shelf parts that are compatible with a lot of movements. The exception being movements that are popular with modders, like Seiko!
Beautiful watch - I want this exact spec. What size are your wrists? I have 6.4-6.5” wrists, so between the 41 and 36mm. But 36mm isn’t offered with this dial color, which is sad
My wrist is 7.25, so the 41mm fits nicely in my opinion. But it does wear small as the lugs don't project out that much and are nicely curved.
How do I change my bulova watch crystal?
Start with my crystal replacement video, here is the link! czcams.com/video/QzQgBatbJVo/video.html
My dog stepped in a bee 🐝
Great post, thank you
Thanks!!! You're welcome!!! Cheers, Colin
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Merci beaucoup
You are welcome!