Restoration of a Broken Rolex - GMT Master - Internal Damage
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This time I restore a decades old Rolex GMT master. The watch came to me with very poor performance and components just fell apart inside as I conducted the restoration. This Rolex has the 3175 GMT movement and is capable of accurate performance but this is not possible when the mainspring barrel is full of dried up old grease. This Rolex is fast becoming a bit of a classic and highly collectable. The one in this video is good for another ten years now I figure.
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Lovely work...and great filming of it Richard. Highest praise I can give, it almost feels like I'm doing the work myself...which of course I couldn't! 👍
Hi Kent such a great comment. Thank you so much for this it is very encouraging and much appreciated.
@@richardperrettwatchmaker thank you and happy new year's.
@@richardperrettwatchmaker doesn't touching the movement and dial with bare hand transfer oil from your skin to the parts?
@@Jay-xr3sb doesn't matter on disassembly being that all the parts get ultrasonically cleaned prior to reassembly.idk about anyone else who watched this video but I didn't see him touch any of the parts with bare hands upon reassembly.only seen him pick parts up with tweezers plus he's got the main plate of the movement in a holder so anytime he moves it he's grabbing movement holder and not the movement itself.
@@richardsalinetrojr1957 fair point on the parts but at 2:18 and 2:55 he handles the dial. I didnt think that would be ultrasonically cleaned?
I'm the amateur, he is clearly experienced and knows what he is doing.
Every time I watch one of these videos, I'm amazed at the design, micro machining of parts and the craftsmanship of the watchmakers. This workmanship is an art. Videography is very good too.
As the owner of Rolex Oyster Perpetual datejust with jubilee band and diamond dial and bezel, I was amazed at how you reconditioned and repaired the GMT Master. Please let me know where you are. I want to send my watch to you for refurbishment. As one who has sold Rolex and other high end watches, I know a master when I see one. Congratulations.
Unsure whether you are trying to compliment the channel or yourself lol. “I know a master when I see one”
@@benspencer6647I don't know if you've heard, but he's also the owner of a Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust with a jubilee band and a diamond dial and bezel.
Wow not a Rolex oyster perpetual date just with a jubilee band and diamond dial and bezel you say!? And there's me with just a Rolex oyster perpetual date just with a jubilee band but without the diamond dial and bezel , lol because if I wore one with a diamond dial and bezel all my mates would laugh at me and call me a girl LoL 😂
Don't forget I own many other high-end watches....
Okay, after watching this guy take apart three Rolex watches, I feel sure I can take one apart now. I also feel quite sure I'd NEVER get it back together again. Bravo sir, you are a genius.
Hi Danny ... thank you! And yes it does take 'a little bit of practice' to do this work! Thanks for the feedback. Richard
It’s defo not I got this saw it on YT 😂😂😂
Working on them is one thing and it's amazing. How in the hell do they manufacture and machine such tiny parts to absolute precision?
It’s crazy enough now, much less the watches that were made over 100 years ago with multiple complications. I can’t imagine the time and work.
This was the very first programme I watched on TV in 2021 with a lovely cup of tea. Brilliant as usual👍Have a happy and prosperous New Year you old Tankie.
Very pleased that this set the year of to a good start for you Bella Donna! Happy New Year! Richard
I just love it when the hairspring starts beating like a human heart and the watch comes alive.
You have taught me so much....but I watch these ore for the therapeutic art quality of your production!!
Thanks much for sharing both skills, both as smoothly as a fine cognac...
I am in the queue to get my T-bird repaired and get my mits on a Sea Wolf!
Hi Paul ... very kind words and much appreciated! I do love a nice brandy so that's a welcome analogy too. Richard
I like a person that pays so close attention to there work. Very satisfying, and impressive.
Aww, when the balance drops in, and the thing "starts to live" is always a joy to see, !!
Happy New year, to you and yours,, keep up the good work,, 👍
Hi John ... It's a great feeling, esoecially when the watch is 'keen to get ticking' which is most often the case with a Rolex. Richard
It must feel like a surgeon who hopes the patient will quickly recover after some serious surgery..like me when I had hip surgery..twice! One in Canada,the other here in Spain!
Richard, a very Happy New Year to you! This is a stunning video, truly professional in its construction and sheer artistry at its best. Thank you!
Anyone else find themselves holding their breath at various points along the way? Fantastic!!
Hi Jonathan ... thank you so much for this very kind feedback. Interestingly when I am doing some of the really intricate work I find I do have to regulate my own breathing so as not to move too much. Happy New Year! Richard
This was the most professional video I have watched. The production values are absolutely the best.
Never repaired or serviced a watch myself but appreciate the skill. What a steady hand you have! 😀
Thanks for letting us in on your watch restorations Richard, i made my own watch in March 2020 with an nh35a and a case dial and hands from ebay and i love it, hardly taken it off since then really like working on watches a little fiddly though, i have a one eye magnifier and it kept steaming up bit of a pain, i'll have to get one that sits on glasses like you have, but i enjoyed doing it alot why didn't i do this when i was younger, going to make another and use a 2892 or 2824, the ones you made are very nice, cheers Richard, hope you had nice Christmas as much as possible, happy new year to you and family, lovely doorbell.👍😷
Hi Dave ... great feedback. Thank you so much. The lenses on the glasses works really well for me so I hope you get on with it too. Thanks again. Richard
Pure mastery...and you did this with a camera in your way. Needless to say...I appreciate your camera skills as well.
Nice calm watch repair, that’s what got me into learning to service movements myself . It has been very inspiring watching you at work and picking up some tips on the way. Great work and thank you.
Hi Martin... Calm is good when it comes to watch repair. Very pleased that you have found my stuff of value. Thank you very much for taking a moment to say so. Richard
I’ve been watching a few watch servicing videos and this was one of the best. As an interested watch enthusiast, I loved the crisp details you offered.👌🏾
Hi Andrew ... thank you so much for this supportive feedback it is very much appreciated. Richard
This video is top
Simply amazing. That’s the first time I’ve ever witnessed the art of watch repair on a Rolex. You have an incredible gift my friend!
You and your profession is absolutely amazing!
Adoro assistir aos seus vídeos. Este, em especial, mostra como os relógios Rolex são máquinas excelentes e de beleza atemporal. Ótimo vídeo.
Amazing to watch. This is the whole reason why I love these elegant time pieces
This video is absolutely stunning for me! I love mechanical watches since I'm a kid and I'm in admiration of the way such mignature mechanics are made and the skills needed to make them and to repair them. Grrrrrrrreat job ! 👍🏻
That shot at 10:45 is staggering ! How you remember how to put it back tougher is beyond me !
Hi Joyce... Honestly it's just practice. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Thanks so much for your work. Fantastic video. Beautiful close ups. All in all a great job.
I've been watching a lot of watch repair videos lately and yours are super.
Excellent work and quality. My grandfather was a watchmaker , this videos remind me how he used to work. Thank you !
Hi jpminassian85! Very pleased that this brought back memories of your grandfather at work. Thank you so much for sharing! Richard
Wow, that is some delicate work and you have some wonderful skills, Richard. As my wonderful late Grandfather used to say, it's like picking fly sh*t out of pepper! Fantastic video, very enjoyable and I'll work my way through your other videos now that I have found your channel. Great stuff and thank you for putting in the time and effort to bring your work to us.
Hey Richard. I’m glad to see I am not the only one who sends springs travelling across the room.
Hi Watch Me Build It! Anyone saying that they don't do this occassionally is either 'a bit confused' or not really repairing any watches! Thanks for sharing. Richard
Artisan at work. Tremendously enjoyable watching master craftsman at work. Thank you.
With the pace at which you work, it's obvious you've had much experience. And no dialogue! Thank you for that and thank you for the video.
Another most enjoyable video Richard! The new and improved camera angle allows a much better view of your work and most importantly it is approved by the little elves! All the best to you in the New Year!.
Thank you so much Mike! I have been working on my photography so it is really good we folks comment positively on it. Yes, the elves have been hard at work too and I am hoping they will need to recruit some more as watchmakers assistants in 2021. Happy New Year sir and thanks for the feedback. Richard
Nice job 👍🏻
Hi Red Dead Restoration! I am indeed honoured by this comment! Guys! .... If you have not seen this channel ... czcams.com/channels/ci1MUB7x7yRkwgqIFpD7WA.html ... then you should definitely check it out and subscribe because the quality of work and photography is amazing. Honestly if you like restoration videos and especially watch restoration videos this is an essential channel on your subscribed list! Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Thanks mate, but compared to you I'm feeling like a kid with a screwdriver 😁
You both are masters of this fine art.
You here too broo?
@@richardperrettwatchmaker Funnily enough, I'm already subscribed to this channel...and several others 😉
The insides of watches is often more interesting than the outsides 👍
I have only seen a couple of your videos but they are brilliant. I have just started repairing an inexpensive digital analogue watch I bought off ebay similar to one I had when I was younger. I wouldn't have the balls to ever work on something as valuable, delicate and complicated as this. Good Work.
As a mechanical engineer I can really appreciate this. Fantastic work and engineering. Thanks for a great video!
Hi Richard ... it's funny, sometimes I look at a tiny component and say to myself. It's so small, how can gravity even effect it! Thought that might make you laugh! Thanks for the great feedback. Richard
Don't know how I ended up here, but it was mesmerizing to say the least!
Hi Ian... Haha! Sometimes the most agreeable destinations are places we had not planned to visit! Very pleased you enjoyed your stay and please come back. Richard
@@richardperrettwatchmaker I've no doubt I'll be watching some more of your videos! Love watching an expert at work!
A happy GMT owner!
Happy New Year to you and many more happy owners!
Hi Glenn ... Gotta love a GMT Master! Happy New year to you and thank you so much for this feedback! Richard
One year later, I came by to watch this masterpiece be restored to its former luster with such care & craftmanship! Thank you for your fine work! :3
I recently bought my first Rolex, a Daytona. I love watching you dive into what makes these things literally tic.
Wow, I’m amazed and perplexed as to how on earth the concealed mainspring could get so gunged up. Great video Richard.
Didn’t say where the gunge came from!!
Usually caused by too much grease being used in the barrel. When the movement then goes a long time before its next service the grease has normally turned solid. The main spring only needs a light film of grease to prevent corrosion and binding, and an auto wind mechanism needs a little braking grease on the inside wall where the end of the spring runs around. It's vital to have the movement serviced every couple of years as these greases definitely will dry out over time. Unfortunately some people buy an expensive watch, then don't spend the money on maintenance. That's a bit like buying a new sports car and never having the oil changed, then wondering why it stops working (and yeah that happens too).
Purely old oil, and lack of maintenance
Thanks I was baffled too bc I thought it’d be clear bc it seems so many layers in there
Really enjoyed that - some great macro shots. Thank you Richard.
Hi Chris ... good to hear from you! Yes I have been trying to get better shots really close in so it's great to hear that that is paying off! Thank you so much. Richard
What lens do you use for the macros, Richard? 🙏
Discovered wristwatch revival a couple weeks ago as a CZcams recommendation which I’d never seen before but found totally intriguing and fascinating. I couldn’t believe I was sitting through an hour almost of a guy disassembling a watch completely and putting it back together. I found myself watching video after video. Then I ran into Red Dead Restorations and got double hooked. And now I’ve got you to contend with. And now when I look at all the recommendations, there’s a ton of horology videos to watch… pun intended. So I just wanted to drop you a line, give you props for the really nice close-up magnification shots. I like Marshall’s voice over on WR and Red Dead’s non-voice over… and cool socks… lol. I’m really kind of struck by how beautiful Rolex’s are when you open them up and start breaking them down. The workmanship is nothing short of excellent. And after watching countless Rolex’s being serviced on many different channels, I can why you guys really love them. I really love mechanical watches. I haven’t seen any quartz or tuning fork powered watches yet. I imagine they’re just not as FUN as working on mechanical watches. They’re so OG! So now you rat bastards have got me wondering what everybody’s got on their wrists now. Everywhere I look, I see a watch now and I just gotta know what the hell it is. It’s my new obsession. Don’t worry, it’ll ease up after awhile, I’m sure. So I love your videos, I give each one a big ol’ thumbs up and of course, I subscribed. Keep On Tickin’
Hi Ralph ...Both Marshall's and Red Dead Restoration's channel are great so very pleased you have discovered them to fuel your new obsession, along with my stuff of course! As for a video on a quartz movement there's always this ... czcams.com/video/37au9rIPc8k/video.html Enjoy! Richard
Bravo Richard , ça fait plaisir de voir le respect que tu portes à ce genre de mouvement et je trouve qu’il le mérite bien, c’est tellement mieux dans la qualité, l’ingénierie des fonctions et tout ça par rapport à n’importe quel mouvement de grande série, c’est toujours un plaisir de voir ce mouvement et je pense souvent que les personnes qui critiquent cette marque manque souvent d’un peu d’objectivité, continue t’es vidéos c’est vraiment cool
And here I complain about the cost of watch service. After seeing this video never again. Amazing work
This is really the best restoration for the best GMT watch! Thank you and happy new year Richard!
Hi Chuchu B... Thank you so much for this great feedback. Happy New year. Richard
Been watching restoration videos for a while but something about watches that puts me inside great mood, thanks for a wonderful video!
I can't believe how you do this it's such an fine art to repair something like this small.
Respect for what you do.
I really like the filming in macro and I watch a lot of your work.
👍🏻👍🏻
I’m leaving a comment and I’m leaving a nice one. Absolutely well done with amazing craftsmanship ! Like the video !!
Good man Gary! Much appreciated! Richard
Impressive job. I enjoyed watcing servicing of the watch.
Thank you so much Alem! Richard
Hi Richard, Thank you for sharing your video and of course your precision, expertise and care. If nothing else, I know now, where I can trust someone to carry out repairs or service on my Rolex collection.
Great skills. Really enjoy watching. How you remember where everything goes amazes me.
Sometimes, I can hear an apprentice in the background opening watch cases with an angle grinder.
Muito bom trabalho! Impressionante!
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Wow, you are a true master Richard!! I love watching your amazing videos (from start to finish)! The camera work is so good, as is the work that you do! Thank you so much for your 1st class videos - warm greetings from South Africa 👊😉
I love how the dust on the end of the tweezers at 5:09 really shows the scale of the parts you're working with.
Richard you could have been a Heart surgeon, excellent video
Fascinating to watch.... Never realised the date should change within the tolerances you mention. My 16710 GMT owned from new 1989 has always changed exactly at 5 past and has been serviced by Rolex about 4 times... Odd that . I have subscribed so the elves may wish to investigate further.
Love the attention to detail as well as the very clear camera work. Good use of written points and notes. Wonderful video.
Thanks Chris .... great feedback and much appeciated. Richard
Of all the watch makers on CZcams you are the best with your camera. And you explain your wonderful skills as you move along
I think you're the only person who told me to subscribe and I actually did.
Thanks The Saint! Some folks say I shouldn't ask but I figure why not ... folks will do what they think right anyway! Thanks for letting me know sir! Richard
Fabulous video. I own several Rolex and other high end watches. As a Ph.D engineer I marvel at the complexity and your ability to work on them!
Great talent and dexterity to do that. Hats off to you sir! Brilliant job👌🏻
Pictures and filming quality are absolutely stunning - as your work is.
My personal first Oscar nomination for a technical film in 2021!
Hi Moritz! haha! I won an Oscar! That's cool ... thank you so much sir! Richard
I wonder what happened to the watch in the first place!
This is great! I really think that you’re amazing with this stuff, when all I can really do is take traffic lights apart and put them back together
Richard, what can I say, lost for words, kept me spellbound for the whole video. such skill is beyond my wildest dreams, and what super quality macro videoing too. I can see now, why I was recently quoted over £1000 to service my 1968 Oyster perpetual.
That is bad, I know it’s true! So I subbed up, and now I’m waiting on those little elves 🧝
I’ve set out my 16710, so they can get started as soon as they arrive.
Haha! They love doing the 16710 reference ... it's a favourite! Welcome aboard sir! Richard
Richard, what caused the mainspring to be so dirty? I have mental health issues, for some reason, I can sit still and really enjoy watching a master at work. Thanks
Hi Tunnel of Love! The gunk in the barrel is degraded grease that was originally placed inside the barrel to provide lubrication. Very pleased that you have found my videos therapeutic ... it is great that my work has this effect. Thank you for taking the trouble to say so! Richard
I find that watchmaking videos are perhaps the ultimate ASMR videos and I find them soothing and therapeutic as well. I only discovered them on CZcams a couple years ago, and since then the number of videos has exploded.
your videos are fantastic. had my 16750 serviced somewhat recently. wish i had a vid this detailed of it happening!
Not only is it fascinating that you know how to do this but that you are able to do this. Wow!
And people wonder why getting your watch serviced is so expensive. Worth every Penny
Can't argue with that Trevor! Great feedback! Thank you so much. Richard
Yes it takes a real master to do this kind of work.
Great photography and so good to see things go ping even for a craftsman like you. Are your tweezers non magnetic? I'm sure I'll sleep well tonight and hope that the watch fairy comes and fixes my Citizen Quartz Chronograph I'm replacing one of the dials on. Thank you bro and bless you and yours. G
Hi Gerald ... much to the amusement of a lot of watchmakers I use large brass pliers most of the time and bass does not magnetise to well so yes most of the time I am using non-megnetic tweezers. Thanks for the feedback and good wishes! Richard
I am simply mesmerized by this video and the superb skill shown. The comparison to a match head illustrates the delicate nature of working on a quality watch. Love this video
Hi Joseph ... yes the constant use of magnification tends to eliminate the actual scale of what is being worked on which is why I popped the match end in I think twice in this video. Very pleased you enjoyed it and thank you for the feedback. Richard
I love how you just position the heart back in and it just comes back to life!
I’d get it all back together and find an extra part. 😂😅🤦🏻♂️😱
I'm guessing you didn't leave the rate at +11 seconds? Would have been good to see the adjustment being made to get that down to near zero...
Hi Richard ... I did not. As I remember that footage was shot on Christmas Eve so I didn't have much choice other than to leave it for a few days. It's good for it anyway. let everythings settle so that you are regulating something stable. Thanks for the feedback. Richard
Wish I had your talent
Great work also helps people understand all of the equipment and time required to repair a watch
Now people can understand why the cost is what it is when you service a watch
Thank you
Outstandingly produced and edited video! As I write this, my 1978 GMT Master Pepsi is at the dealer receiving it’s first overhaul in 45 years. I can know perfectly understand the high cost of such a precision task! Thank you!
Someone may have already asked this but I couldn't seem to find this question in the comments. What caused the mainspring to be so gummed up in such an expensive watch?
Potentially a dodgy service
Doesn’t matter if it’s a Seiko or a Rolex, automatic mainsprings use barrel grease which spreads trough the barrel over the years of intensive use.
@@fantagezicht fascinating!
@@Nick_Langridge you mean like this video? It isn’t even cleaned and lubricated properly, and what is clean he make it dirty again with the rodico.
i wouldn’t let my watch service by this guy.
Extremely amazed by your work! Thank you fore sharing with the world!
Not sure how I ended up watching watch videos but they are great.
Really gets me interested in learning how to maintain my own and repair others..
Nice video keep it up
Hi Chris ... yes the algorithm is pretty clever and throwing stuff at folks to see if they might like it. very happy you stuck around. Why not start yourself ... investment to start with is small, some screwdrivers and tweezers and a loupe and you are good to go! Richard
Richard, wonderful job ! Truly a repaired master. Thank you for sharing this video. Regards,
Luis Menchero from San Antonio, TX. USA
Thanks so much Luis. Richard
Very relaxing to watch you take apart watches
It's 12am here. And i still enjoy watching your restoration video.
Beautiful work on the original and best GMT. Love these GMTs the new ones are so gaudy and blingy in comparison.
I am amazed at the talent and experience required to perform this excruciatingly fine work. Bravo!
I don't normally comment on other people's professions. In this case, I am compelled to say the following. BRAVO.
I love your videos I can’t stop watching them , God bless you.
Your videos are great. Super high quality and it’s obvious you put lots of time into editing. I do wish that you’d talk about the parts of the watch and what exactly you are doing. You could really help your community! Thanks for sharing.
a werk and a watch so-so, but watchmaking and work with this watch are masterful and admirable!best regards and thank you
One of my favourite channels - I like the variable speed settings, just right!!
Thanks Mike .... 50% to 600% speed depending on how I think things need to move on! Richard
This is my favorite video that let me learn a lot of things about a automotive watch especially the highest brand watch ,thank you somuch
Thanks Francis... Very pleased that you enjoyed this video! And thanks for the feedback. Richard
So unbelievably mesmerising to watch soooo much talent it’s unbelievable good on you 👍🏻
Amazing, thank you.
You have really steady hands.
My hands shake a lot, I don´t drink much ...
I spill most of it.
Merry Christmas.
That dial is clean! I love it! And great video! Thanks for taking your time to record and edit it!
Hi Alexander and thank you for taking a few moments to give this feedback. Much appreciated. Richard
Amazing detention to detail.its a pleasure to to watch you work
Thank you so much John! Richard
One of the reasons I have not invested in a quality mechanical watch is the lack of trustworthy reliable local watchmakers. Great work and thanks for taking the trouble to supply us with these informative and interesting videos.
It's like I'm witnessing ann open heart surgey. Great work!
Stumbled upon your channel the other day, now it's one of my favorite channels! Hoping to convince my wife to let me get a Rolex someday =)
Hi Alex... That is very good to hear! Thank you for taking a moment to share this and good luck in getting approval for your purchase! Richard
I have a GMT II I bought in a street market in Phuket going cheap
You’re a genius and very skilled truly amazing work!
I would cherish one cherish one of your watches but I am unable to purchase as funds are low on my low pension and Benefits.Will be out sunday showing respect to our fallen. I find it very relaxing watching your videos. Clears my head.
You do an amazing job. Congrats from Brazil!!