I Turned A $10 Pocket Watch Into A $1000 Wristwatch - you can too - DIY asmr
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Hi everyone. You’ve all been asking for links to the parts. I got them from eBay but I’ve added some parts on my amazon page link in the description. I couldn’t find the same case on amazon so shop around and get the best deal for yourselves. Also please manage your expectations with the quality of some of these parts as I have not tested parts from all these suppliers. Good luck and happy tinkering
i dont know anyhing about watch
movements but this is one of the best videos ive ever seen on yt thanks
I'm in the middle of converting a pocket watch, this has been a great help, thank you, love the show
hi, do you service watches at all, as i have a replica panerai and the inside of the glass is a bit grubby... but don't fancy doing it myself... it's a mechanical movement in a titanium case... you could even do a video of it :)
TheWeardale1 hi mate, sadly I’m currently unable to take on any private work
Hi, you can made it for me if I order ??
My dad was a watchmaker I spent many many hours beside him at his bench and still have more than 50 years later one of the little travel clocks he taught me to repair, your channel is brilliant
I come from Rugeley. Bought my first Longines because of this Channel. If you are ever in Rugeley, go tell my mate Sam at the Bilash I said hello! The food is intricate and delicate. I told him about your channel. I am not a watchmaker or restorer and have no intention of becoming one at 56. But your voice, your passion is like the sound of water over stones. May Allah continue to bless you and those you love Nekkid Sir.
that hairspring manipulation was absolutely amazing
Absolutely right. If I would try that the spring would be totally destroyed at the first touch.
I use my pocket watch as a desk clock, it reminds me of my mother who gave it to me.
Sweet idea! ♥️♥️♥️
I have my great great grandads pocket watch from the 1860s, he had it engraved J Price for my great grandad in the 1880s, he was called John the same as me, my grandad carried it in France during WW1 and now it has come to me from my dad, it will have to go to one of my nieces as we have no kids though.
@@johnprice5784 You are not only passing down a watch so I’m calling your passing down heritage and love. Please stay safe. God bless you and yours.♥️🇺🇸
What a fantastic idea!!!! I have a pocket watch I wear at my wedding and put it away in a drawer. I wear this watch but only in rare occasions. I will use it as my desk clock!!! Thank you exileinderby51 for sharing your memory and brilliant idea.
Fabulous
This is what I need to do with my deceased Grandfather’s pocket watch he was given when he retired from the Mount Dandenong bus company, in Victoria Australian, you are correct that it needs to be used and seen, it keeps the memory’s of our loved ones alive, thank you good Sir, most enjoyable and inspirational video. Thumbs up from me. 👍🏻
Thanks mate. You can keep all the parts from the pocket watch and reassemble it later if needed
@@NekkidWatchmaker that’s the beauty of it my naked friend, fully reversible and keeping memories of loved ones alive every time I gaze at my wrist, not to mention you laid out all the steps so a far from watch maker like myself, (I’m an electrical and Machanical senior E-scooter technician for the largest importer and distributor in Australia), it will be done now because you have unearthed a passionate point in my grandfather a WW2 naval man and his father a Gallipoli WW1 return service man.
I was in heavy engineering, like really heavy oil industry machines and equipment. I cannot conceive how you can work with such tiny components, it is totally fascinating.
Thanks mate. It’s kinda the same only on a smaller scale
And this is a relatively very large and uncomplicated movement. I believe he has a video on restoring a movement from a women’s watch and the entire movement was about the size of his finger nail!
@@stuartcole4845 Yes I watch (lol) them all. Totally fascinating. My hands would never be steady enough to work on such minute stuff. And I don't think they make glasses strong enough to even see the bits.
Lots of highly skilled craftspeople like Nekked, modestly say that anyone could do what they do - but we can't.
@@SuperBechti How does your comment relate in ANY way to ANYTHING being discussed in this thread?
@@NekkidWatchmaker Well, if _that_ doesn't qualify as an 'understatement, I don't know what will! . . . 😄👌
"Long-legged Italy, kicked poor Sicily right in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea" - goodness you took me right back into my 1950s childhood when my father taught me that!
My mum taught it to me (in the 1970s), and the rest reads 'Austria was Hungary
Took a bit of Turkey
Fried it in Japan
Dipped it in Greece'
If Russia entered Turkey from the rear, would Greece help...........
@@nacekozo In Ireland 1970s we 'Dipped it in Greece' before 'Frying it in Japan' lol I was a purist kid and using Japan to finish the rhyming really REALLY annoyed me. It still gives me a mental itch.
Yes it was part of my 60s junior education as well.
Another great video. The interaction with your son is very heart warming. I think it’s a testament to his upbringing that he shows a surprising amount of patience with you. Lol. Thank you.
Lol. Patience is not part of the vocabulary of these young millennials
@@NekkidWatchmaker He's in the centennial category i'm pretty sure or whatever is after that lol
Oooh i would love to see more custom watch builds like this. It's sooo fun!
Was having a tough day at work, needed something to bring me back from the brink. Thank you Nekkid Watchmaker.
Your welcome mate. Hope all is well
you're the only one who feels comfortable with that sense of humor. And thinking outside the box.
I’m was a classically trained camera repair technician for over 40 years. I worked on gear assemblies and Galvo springs as small as the watch assemblies shown here ! BUT this guys techniques are amazing ! Bravo !
I appreciate how attentive you are to your child's interests and questions. It's too easy for some parents to dismiss their kids and send them away. You seem like a great father. Always great and calming content, thank you.
Jesus, I've been striving to concentrate on my work all this morning, and you come with another fascinating vid. I'll mention you for my being late.
Lol. Sorry mate, bad upload timing I guess, my bad
Same here, can't get off my behind to get anything done today. Why isn't it at least Wednesday?
@@NekkidWatchmaker I'll assume. Go on and make a lot of funny, spiritual, inspiring, informative vids on such a technical and poetic matter.
@@NekkidWatchmaker There is no such thing as bad timing for your uploads, trust me, they are great.
That was ingenious! Last week my watchmaker daughter found the same movement and made a very similar 'Panerai-esq' wristwatch just to prove to me she could do it. Billie completed it tonight, and it looks magnificent. Thank you for inspiring my daughter, and thrilling me into the bargain. I really enjoyed your video as much as watching my daughter create almost the same masterpiece. God bless you, and peace be with you ~Wendi 🌻
Would love to see the finished result. You can email it to me
Nekkid, this is amazing! I am a watch fan and have a few but my most cherished is my Great grandfather's officer issue pocket watch from the first WW. It sits in my safe and is hardly ever seen. This has inspired me to convert his PW to a daily wearer. Thank you my friend, stay safe.
A year too late, but consider to have the watch service, clean and polish and use it as it was meant to. It seems it carries a lot of history. My father in law gave me his grandfather’s gold pocket watch as a wedding gift and I use it as part of my watch rotation. Sometimes certain items are meant to stay as they are :) bottom line a pocket watch does has a place on todays era.
This is one of the best chanels on the whole of youtube - Great skills and wise words! love and peace from London
Thanks Neil
This and Bedos leather works are my favourites. I frequently watch a video from either creator before I go to sleep. It relaxes me, and because you have to concentrate a little I forget my worries 😀
@@NekkidWatchmaker I just saw your channel content now and I'm in awe. Amazing content. How do you hunt for these watches that need love? I have my grandfather's old Omega. Doesn't work. Quartz model. Would be be interested in redoing it. I wish I could wear it. Has a lot of sentimental value for me but it's just collecting dust at the moment. Let me know.
Yes
You must get huge satisfaction, creating such an excellent wristwatch - not a replica, more a homage to the original design and made with sympathetic components. I wish I had such skills...
Everyone has their God given talents.
It's a profession I wish I would have apprenticed for..
It’s never too late to give it a try guys.
@@NekkidWatchmaker I am sneaking up on trying. Although I am old now with bad eyes and shakey hands. I bought some cheap rudimentary tools and got a couple of old non working mechanical watches to practice on....But I put a stop to the practice when I severly bent the second hand on the first watch I opened. Sigh...When I was 11 years old I fixed Timex watches. And researched "Watchmaking" in the local library. At that time the best resource was the Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature in the public library. But that was just before the Quartz revolution and I abandon my aspirations to be a watchmaker when that happened because literally nobody wanted a mechanical watch anymore. sigh again. Now there is CZcams. And I am extremely grateful for folks like you, Mr Nekkid who so generously share their knowledge and skill. An thanks for the encouragement to get back to at least trying to do it again...i just love watches.
Hans don’t be put off by making mistakes and breaking stuff in the beginning. Once you overcome the disappointed of damaging a few watches, it gets easier
I don't build or repair watches....but really enjoy watching and listening to you work.
Always thought Panerai were a little over the top, however I could see myself doing a build similar to this. Thanks for the idea!
Thank you for this informative video. A few weeks and about $120 later, and i have the result on my wrist. I bought a Seagull movement, an exhibition case with a sapphire crystal, hands, a strap, and some tools, and now i have a watch that i assembled from components that is very good looking.
I’m watching a watch conversation video, but at the same time taking notes on how to converse and negotiate with kids, I have a 6 year old of my own, from the way you talk to him I can see that you are very good father 👍👍 greetings from 🇲🇾
Thanks shahmi, at 6 they are very inquisitive so you have to feed their curiosity. I’m sure you are a great father because you are taking notes on how to become a good father. That says it all
My favorite CZcams channel by far, out of thousands - viewer from the U.S..
Thanks mate
@@NekkidWatchmaker My pleasure! Keep up the great work.
I started watch making by building similar watches from eBay parts and seagull movements, and I’ve now begun some fairly basic watch repair on vintage pieces. It really is a great platform to learn on, the Unitas 6497 and 6498.
I was trying to tinker with a simple Miyota 8215 for the first time today, this video is inspiring. Also shows me that I will need a lot more practice, reference drawings and tools to get where I want to be.
Today I made a rookie mistake. I accidently droped (it actually "flew away") a pallet fork...onto a jute rug in my garage. I hunted for over an hour with no results. Finally I borrowed my wife's Dyson wand canister vacumn and vacumned the area. I dumped the contents on clean paper and after 10 minutes, found the lost fork...undamaged!! YEA!!!! Next time I'll be more careful. Listened to your soothing voice the whole time I was looking. It really helped. Thank you.
Lol, even the best of us have done some carpet patrol at some point mate
Your trouble maker sounds mischievous, but you not trade him for anything. Great job as a parent as a watch master you are in a class by yourself, magnificent.
Thanks jay
Thanks for this. The Unitas/ETA 6497/98 series of movements are my favorite for these types of conversions, flieger watches, and overall ease of learning for beginners. I have a number of watches I've created for myself, family members, and customers over the years. I still find myself on occasion scanning eBay for original Unitas branded movements. I also love the variety of skeleton and plated versions to spice up pieces without dials or with just a chapter ring.
Thanks for sharing mate
Don’t think I’ve enjoyed any watch videos as much as I enjoy yours. Very entertaining and informative too. Not bad for a roadman. Up till now all I’ve just been swapping hands and dials on SKX’s and Seiko 5’s. Time to dive a little deeper.
To anyone doubting Sea-Gull: Venus was, back in the day, among the top chronograph movement makers, with Lemania, Valjoux and Landeron. Sea-Gull bought everything from Venus and improved upon it.
Today, Sea-Gull chronos are about the only accesible mechanical, column-wheel chronos you can buy (because all others are ultra expensive). They are reliable and nicely finished. If they can manage a decent chrono, a three hander is not harder.
Nice work! I've done three 6497 watches, using Seagulls. Even at 61 after cataract surgery I can manage these big movements ;) I'm not a fan of the Panerai look however, mine are more simple and military looking. As always, love the videos and commentary.
Thanks for sharing Darrel.
Brilliant conversion mate, lovely see those old Unitas movements getting' some love, and that hairspring fix was something else. Top shelf work getting it back in shape, and no beat error!?!? Love it! Peace.
Thanks mate
A few issues need to be addressed with this video. Fist off the Unitas/ETA 6497 is still in production by ETA. The movement is offered in a number of grades from plain vanilla to highly decorated chronometer rated versions. The basic 6497 can be purchased for around $200 Murican. Currently a watch parts supplier in California has new 6497 movements on sale for less than $200. Good luck finding a pocket watch powered by the 6497 on fleaBay. The auction site junk watch peddlers are demanding more money for beat up 6497 equipped pocket watches than the price of a new 6497 movement. As regards the 40 dollar Asian 'clone' movements, you get what you pay for. The Asian clone movements, which are new, will need servicing right out of the box if one desires acceptable performance. If one is happy with the sketchy performance, or places no value on one's own labor, go for it. If you want to build a watch like this, my advice is to start with a new ETA 6497 movement.
You are a good man Mr Nekkid. Your passion for your work and interaction with your family set a good example
I am not as gifted and talented as you are with watch repairs but I do appreciated talented, patient & creative people. You certainly are extremely gifted! Bravo!!! 🙂🤗🤗🤗🙂 🙏🇨🇦
Thank you
Thank you for your added time and effort in making use of your macro photography. Loved it!
Thanks mate your welcome
I've built 2 watches this way using 6498 movements. One of them I used a factory Arnex dial to match the movement and the other I purchased a German produced sterile dial. Both came out fantastic but the Arnex build is just a tad more special in my eyes. I just sourced all the parts for a Movado build but it'll be a bit more challenging being that its condition is pretty rough. Loved seeing this content!
Thanks for sharing mate. Ah yes Arnex. I’ve seen many an arnex with Unitas movements and some of them are decorated really well
I use my grandfather’s company given railroad pocket watch everyday. It’s in for service as we speak for a new crystal. I miss having it in my pocket. I always have people fuss over it most times when someone see it appear from it’s cocoon. 😂
This channel is one of my top 2. You need PATREON! 🍻
Thanks mate
I always love to hear your “food for thought” and philosophies that you add to your watch maker videos, I can always come to your videos for something to think about and also relaxation as you repair the watches. Also find the technical repairs of your watches fascinating. You inspired me to get all of my watches in running order it and now I have such a large selection of watches to wear! However there is one watch that I think I may have thrown away that was so beautiful now I regret. Going to do some more searching at my home hopefully I didn’t throw it away and stashed it somewhere.
A truly remarkable watch conversion, your videos are so inspiring & relaxing! 👏
“If you can’t dance, blame the dance floor”. That’s a keeper! 💙
You got me started watchmaking after watching this video. I actually built one just like yours. Very inspirational. Thank you.
I had no idea this was possible, thank you for the wonderful opportunity to watch!
You're a good father.
This is a good movement for this type of project - it has shock protection. I see a lot of conversions that don't, and they don't stand up to the sort of knocks a wristwatch takes that vest pocket wear would otherwise protect them from.
Can we please have more of that kind of project? That was awesome!
I just love timepieces, the art and finesse it takes to design, manufacture, build, repair, this is a beautiful art. I have toyed with it and will be working on my first rebuild of a 70’s Seiko a daily wear.
Very inspiring DIY video. As I like the look of the Panerai but not their prices (think they are heavily overpriced) this is a good motivation to start my own Panerei project.
Did already some investigation in the internet and found the right source for all parts of the project including a very nice ETA6497 skeleton movement.
And of course we all realize you put these conversions together in less than a half hour but it's the SUPPLIERS that can't seem to get your the right parts for months on end. :)
Another restoration of unimaginable process for us non “watchies” ! I thought the conversion would be all about using the old face of the pocket watch … but I got that wrong ( yes I have no tan yet ). It’s about the Movement - of course - I get it now ! Of course I do find my self a bit attached to the faces of our old family pieces - but like all things in life it’s not just the face - it’s the movement moments that count. I will have to dig out our two heirlooms and see what they are ! Keep on teaching us Mr. Nekkidwatchmaker ! Some of us just escape to your channel to be hypnotized in the peace of parts and humanity ! Blessings LYM & fam
That was great. I love watch faces without the date mechanism.
I see someone is using a Pocket Watch as a a Desk Clock lower down.
It was over 35 years ago, but when I worked on a farm the Tractor Driver hung his Pocket Watch in the cab. With the dirt and grime and moving machinery a Wrist Watch was going to be battered and could be unsafe. So the Pocket Watch hung in the cab or was carried a pocket, in a round padded tin that protected the gold from the farming.
Even my cheap Casio came off and was pocketed whilst I worked on my job on the trim and pack line, gritty dirt, dirty water, and hard steel are not kind to watches. We all used the wall clock rather than watches in the Packing Shed but, of course, the Tractor Driver couldn't read that from out in the fields and, in those days, his cab didn't have a clock (at least, not one that worked) and mobiles, the modern replacement for the Pocket Watch, didn't exist.
... I use an old, much battered and loved, Mobile, without a SIM Card, as my Desk Clock.
A beautiful piece of work.
I love the styling of Panerai watches.
Thanks mate
this is my favorite video so far, im a yank and until now couldn't stand brits but now my attitude has changed forever after watching your watch show, and I want to try my hand at this chicanery, my old 70s bulova they want $350 to service I figure I use that to buy cheap tools and then regret this endeavor then try again with a stop watch from the ebay
Cortebert introduced 6497 at the past for railways here, we have converted one with the assistance of our friend who was a watchmaker. Very durable movements in my opinion. 60+ years old Unitas running very good.
Amazing macro shots and a great conversion. I also have been topping up my tan when we had our summer last week. 😉👍🏽 All the best
I would rather keep the pocket watch (this one here looks quite well) and used some other Unitas clone movement. Anyway excellent conversion 😀
Sure it looks cool as a pocket watch (I like the dial A LOT more), but are you going to carry around a pocket watch daily or a wristwatch? he did this since the pocket watch isn't a regular use item for 99.99% of the world anymore.
I don't even like Panerai styling and I agree with this project way more than keeping an old movement rusty in a pocket watch.
You can always keep the pocket watch parts and reassemble it back in the future. Your basically just using the engine for a while in a new chassis
It's a great change watching your channel, with all the conflicts going on with timepiece gentleman, they're causing turmoil is a 180 from your show and it's appreciated.
Thanks Scott. Sorry I’m not aware of the timepiece gentlemen that you speak off
I have worked my way though 10-12 of your videos and they are fascinating. I have a Chelsea Clock that is running several minutes slow a day that I may start to attempt a repair if plausible. It is already completely adjusted so it will need to be deeper than that. Thank you for the motivation.
"Sun is shining" ? So, you have traveled abroad! Just kidding, thanks for the video, as always, entertaining and informative!
I have bad eyes and love the idea, as I hate carrying the phone. I just want an old P-watch I can weld on some wrist band lugs and change the face. To white or lumanated numbers with a black face. Love the vids.
Please don't alter the original case... you can simply swap the movement over into a new case. This way, it's fully reversible and you won't damage an antique watch.
Servicing skills and parenting skills are 100.
I love doing these with Hamilton 917 pocket watch movements. the cases are long gone (people would gut the movements and melt the cases down for the gold) but the movements are works of art. They are about the size of a 6497 as well (10s pocket watch movement size IIRC?) and can often fit into 6497 size cases with a little work. Love your videos and work!
Thanks for sharing mate
I'm considering converting my Hamilton pocket watch 917 cal to a Panerai style watch. Any tips would be appreciated.
Really dig this build, love the leather strap and whole dial/case combo. While i've swapped many an engine/transmission etc. i've never attempted to do a watch, as much as i'd love to. If i had a stash of spare parts i might attempt it but, i'd love to buy that watch if its for sale maybe??
To be honest I like the old pocket watch design over panerai design. Truth is every time your taste varies. I have officine panerai still I just keep that watch in my box . I prefer old vintage art designs. ❤❤❤
Whow I had no idea... Great by converting a dated mechanic in to the new case. I like it.
Love watching your builds,resto’s,maintenance etc etc etc!!!! From your New York people stay well and safe.
BEAUTIFUL WATCH!!!!! "LITTLE JUNIOR MR NEKKID"😊😆😀
Beginning of the video: all happy with the life outdoors.
End of the video: damn you pollen!
Hehe, can’t let pollen win
Great one, I love to see people repurposing old tech.
That was a nice little project. Now I want to be a watch customizer when I grow up. That would be so much easier if I wasn't seventy...
Must listen to Management! Thank you for your video.
Lol thanks don
I just bought a Tissot Heritage 1936. A re-issui from a pocket style wristwatch from 1936. I have a couple of pocket watches. But I don't have the heart to destroy them.
You don’t have to destroy them mate. You can keep all the parts and just reassemble it back whenever you want.
@@NekkidWatchmaker it's important that you kept all those parts, thanks for showing that on screen. I wish there was a case that made sense with a 39mm dial, but that's a seriously large dial that probably doesn't wear well on a wrist.
Who doesn’t Love those Italian tough machines!?, Amazing build, thanks for sharing this great content, keep it up
Aww, his restoration was awsome! He did a great job.
Great way to wind down after work. (did I use that pun already? well like everything with watches, it's cyclical.) Cheers for another great vid.
Lol thanks Tom
Fascinating, thank you.
Bless you all🙏❤😸👏👍
Thanks mate
Well done - I collect watches and have always wanted to build and design my own - your works inspiring
Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Your skills are extra ordinary. What a wonderful job and creation! Chapeau!
Mate, loved the new angles, project and final product 👍🏾
And, I still have my gold plated Lorus my wife gifted me for Christmas 95 LoL 🖤
Thanks mate
Cool as a cucumber, Mr Nekkid!
I own a Brietling Navitimer (1968) and often wondered what it was like inside the case, after following your videos you did a repair on an old Navitimer which I loved then I was hooked keep them coming I aways look foreward for your latest offering. my watch was bought for my 21st and it cost £149.19s and 11pence in old money £149.99 now so not a bad investment
My favorite video, just love the simplicity of that beautiful watch.
This was really fun to watch , I never seen a conversion done on CZcams thank you nekkid really love watching your work ⌚👌🤙🤙🤙
Thanks Nicholas
I wear my Fusee pocket watches all the time! Practical is relative my friend and pocket watches kick a__ over wristwatches every day.
Wow your an absolute genius, You inspired me to build my own watch , but I will go the easier rought. I will buy the parts on Aliexpress and just to a simple NH35 build it will be the 1st build I ever make.
Appreciate it and take care from Montréal, Québec 😀
Thanks mate and good luck with the build
@@NekkidWatchmaker ,you welcome and I appreciate it.
It was easy to get an old pocket watch back in 80's. I luckily bought a very old one around 200 years old but hard to get someone to service it now!
Love the vídeo. Really cool to see this conversion
Thanks Nuno
I'm really curious what some of his personal "daily-drive" watches are 🤔 - excellent video once again!
I’ll buy it. One of the most amazing turning a pocket watch into a stellar wrist watch. Didn’t know it could be done. The beauty is just like the five grand for the original.
Thanks Ronald
Sounds like you are a good Dad. Best investment any man can make. Well done.
Thanks mark
Just getting the greasing right seems like an education itself.
"The Borrowers have been here again " lol.
Mesmerizing and no less mysterious to me, even after watching several of your videos🤯. Wonderful! Your humor, skill and wit...wonderful! The very best of CZcams!
I’m so pleased I found your channel! I am just starting out and in the process of ordering my 6497 (clone) I thought I could make something like this. Now I know I can do it! Great and entertaining video!
It would be great to reuse the old dial and hands on another project..
I , Myself, converted two old concrete blocks into a half step by my kitchen door 'cos it was a bit high ! Was a piece of cake - an I like cake.
Great job ob the refurb. Good to hear you getting in the garden
Thank you 🙏
A fantastic video Joe!
I really enjoyed the how you converted it from pocket to the wrist!
Your existince on CZcams is an incredible gift.
~ Thanks.
Thanks mate