Marshall is my favorite, and he is as relaxing as Bob Ross to listen to, but to be fair to other watchmaking TH-camrs, I have yet to come across an adrenaline-fueled, high-energy, balls-to-the-wall watchmaking channel on TH-cam. I'd honestly love to watch some Red Bull™️ EXTREME WATCH REPAIR for my early morning watchmaking fix.
This gave me flashbacks of my dad taking apart our 1979 zenith color console tv. When he put it back together,it worked fine,but there was a pile of screws and even a small wire sitting on top. Dad just said those were spare parts.🤔🤩
I appreciate the humility you display on your channel, Marshall. There'd be no reason, in a manner of thinking, not to skip over that part, no one being the wiser. But it shows your honesty and candor, being willing to show the internet your mistakes, big or small as they are. And that's true character.
I do love that part in the video but as soon as I heard that mechanical sound that I've never heard in any of these vids, I cringed. A hundred bucks for one sprocket? Oh man, I wouldn't be laughing at myself either.
@@thatjeff7550this is why I will always pay whatever Rolex wants to service my personal vintage watch. I appreciate those who can actually do this type of work. Great video.
Absolutely true, Marshall could have easily edited that part out, paid the $150 for the new part, and no one would have known. But like every great teacher, and person of high character, he knows his mistakes are learnable and therefore teachable moments. This is what makes the US justice system so frustrating . It's not , hey you made a mistake , paid the price or punishment, and it's over and done with. No it's forever held against a person and they, if they even have the resources to do so, must go to court to have the history removed. I can't believe any country that says it's based on "Christian" values has so little forgiveness. There is nothing in the Bible, or any behavior literature , that says this is effective in changing behavior.
@@davepirtle9790 I received a notice of your comment, but interestingly, my earlier comment was deleted, which if I remember correctly, merely stated that I would have my own personal Rolex serviced by the RSC to avoid such mishaps.
You think watch collecting is addictive? You don’t know Axe collecting. The ancient tool that won the hearts of human beings thousands of years ago and continues today.
If I can be pedantic for a moment, tritium does not glow. It radiates a steady stream on electrons due to beta-decay. That radiation in turn causes the phosphorescent material in the lume to glow. Due to the short half-life of tritium such lumes are only useful for 20 to 30 years. Thanks for another great watch video!
The shot starting at 22:33 was fantastic, the movement and focus change was so smooth, and with the balance oscillating it just made the shot fantastic, keep up the amazing work Marshall!
Been there done that with my 1675 gmt master and a 1016 explorer... sourcing parts almost brought me to tears. It feels a little better knowing it happens to even the best of us (refering to you and your quality content). Keep up the good work... not breaking stuff.. the content 😉
41:33 missing cap jewels on the escape wheel is one of the main reasons for low amplitude. There are two options in this case. The first one is to add the missing jewels and springs. The second opinion would be to flip the jewels (in this case they will work as regular ones).
Hi Marshall. I have been following your channel for quite a time and guess what ? Last month i bought myself a Seiko 5 sports automatic wristwatch. I locked my battery driven fancy watches in a drawer and i am now fully confident measuring time on my Seiko - i only have to move myself to keep it going... A simple dial with date indication and three indicators, a matt brushed stainless steel case, a transparant bottom so you can see the movement (so nice !) and an olive green NATO strap to keep it on my left wrist. Man, i am so proud !! And it ticks !! The sound of a ticking watch can be so relaxing. Keep up the channel !
I know your heart sank when you saw the broken pivot. Glad it was easily remedied, if not cheaply. Thank you so much for your work and these videos! You're such a pleasure to listen to and I eat up learning more and more about watchmaking.
My Grandpa was the first or one of the first jewelers to bring Rolex to Boise, Idaho. He wore a day date President (hollow bracelet). My dad wore that after his dad died from 75-85 when he bought his first sub. Sold that as he was starting his business and needed the money in 93 shortly after I was born. My mom bought him another sub date for his 50th in 2001 and they gifted me a sub date (ceramic) in 2015 when I graduated college. Really cool channel, Marshall! Thanks for sharing. Oh and don’t forget to add your site link to your page links! I know what I’m getting my dad for Xmas ✌️
I'm watching this after watching the mtg pro tour today...JUST now put together the voice. Woah. You are great marshall I love all the things you do and didn't know it was you who did them
Marshall I went in the pool with my 126710 GMT when it was new and I forgot the crown was unscrewed from setting it earlier in the day and when I realized it my heart dropped and I immediately screwed it in. Later that day I went see my watchmaker at the AD. He opened it and said it was perfect and that the triple lock crown is pretty water proof even when unscrewed. Needless to say I am much more careful since!
@@ruskibruskii mean a rolex is a tool watch and you can use them as tools so they are build for these conditions so why dont do it and have fun about that expensive watch youve bought?
Thanks again for the fantastic journey with the Rolex. I struggle to engage with so many videos even much shorter ones, but your presentation, narration, enthusiasm, videography and professionalism keeps me engaged fully from the 1st to the very last moment. 1st class content that isn’t ruined by unnecessary nonsense and horrid music, please keep it up!
I've had a submariner with date since 1990. It was the first Submariner with sapphire crystal. This watch has been on multiple dives not just a fashion accessory! Thanks for another great podcast. Cheer Hamish (Patreon member)
I love hearing from others that use their watch for what it was made to do. I've worn my submariner while diving, swimming in the ocean, showering, skydiving and many other fun stuff and must say I've never worried about my watch getting damaged. I hate seeing Rolex watches that look flawless. They were made to be worn and survive. Keep your watch alive and keep wearing it.
As a watchmaker hobbyist I cheered your honesty and your dedication to being open with your followers. Massive respect - we all learn a valuable lesson in humility and dedication to your craftsmanship from you! Cheers
Thanks, Marshall. Any chance you could do a video where you use the stuff from the watch repair kit to disassemble a movement? It would be a great tutorial. Thanks.
This guy is the best to watch & listen to idc what you do in life always aim to do it the best you can and to see how far he’s come from his first video , god bless my brother ! Keep up the good work !!
Looking at you restoring the Submariner, my memory goes back to where mine is located...in 45 feet of water, 1/2 mile west of Saba Island on the Saba bank. Long story; but oh how I miss the simple, understated and functional look of that watch. And you know, back in 1969 when I bought it in St. Thomas, it wasn't that expensive. Ah well, such is life. Love your channel, man!
Your explanation of how tritium makes lume glow is incorrect. It is radioactive. But its own beta particle emissions, when captured by the phosphorus is the lume, causes the phosphorus to glow. No other source of light is involved.
Just wanted to say I was given the same Submariner as a graduation present in 1973. At that time it cost $256. I still wear it every day; never leaves my wrist.
As an actual "Submariner" who served 4 years on a submarine and earned my Dolphins I have always wanted a Rolex Submariner. Yours is awesome and I love the nerdy Meters First easter egg!
Considering that many people think of you as the Bob Ross of mechanical watch restoration, take an advice from the OG himself with this great quote: "There are no mistakes, just happy accidents." -- Bob Ross I've always enjoyed watching your videos and I hope that someday, I also would be able to get into this hobby.
I carry two dive computers (you never know when the battery compartment on one is going to flood, so have a backup) when I dive. And I wear a dive watch. Back-up to the back-up is the only way to dive.
Beautiful 5513. I recently had the opportunity to restore a vintage 61 5512 Sub. These is something so endearing about these vintage Rolex Sub that just cannot be replicated in modern pieces today. Keep up the great work and thanks for the vid content.
I have started collecting watches recently. All newer within 5 years old. All automatic watches. I have been watching your videos a lot and I love your videos I’ve always loved the look of skeletonize dials so I can see all the parts move. I have 2 bulovas and 1 citizen.
If you were my neighbor, I would have been knocking on your door for a service on my 16713, 2005 GMT Master II, black dial, gold/stainless case & bracelet. I just took it to one of the Rolex dealers in the Denver area. Full service including a new mainspring, new tube and crown was about $950. They did not advertise it, but when they saw I was a USMC vet, they knocked 10% off the total. While not cheap, I felt that they charged a fair price. I would have liked to put a transparent case back on it, but Rolex won't install an aftermarket part and won't warrant their work if one is installed. There is a place in Germany that makes these for about $200 and they have a higher pressure rating than the watch does. I will get one installed when my service warranty expires.
I don’t have a regular wristwatch, but I love to watch this. Fun to learn more about you and your dedication to the hobby 🙂 and one day I hope to find that one who feels right for me. Your videos are my stress free zone
Hello Marshall Just wanted to show some appreciation for the incredible work you put into these videos. It’s my favorite thing to put on in the evening after a long day. Hats off to you man!
I have watched so many of your videos and they bring me more comfort than most any other video content out there. With that said... I recently decided to take apart a miniature carriage clock (emphasis miniature). I am now in this moment realizing the truly tiny size of the clock I've got on my hands. I had assumed "oh mini carriage clock, basically a watch" (my dad and I have a few), but now I am looking at it's pallet fork which looks about 1/3 the size of the one on your watch...maybe even a 1/4 the size. The clock is about the height of a bigger Rolex lug to lug, placed on end. I now understand why our clock repair guy turned it away based on the work as his eyes are getting old. My dad and his father before him both collected clocks their whole lives and in todays age I enjoy watches & clocks alike... with my dad much more discriminatory towards "watch people" haha, apparently there is much historical discrimination in the two communities. That discrimination now long passed, perhaps by a generation --apparently so! I find it quite funny to hear him grumble no less haha, especially with his recently invigorated fascination with carriage clocks which are nearly watches in scale at least (sorta). An aside you may enjoy: From the clock repair books I have been reading one author when describing the platform balance wheel/escapement of carriage clocks wrote "for these parts the repair lies in the province of the watchmaker". --So perhaps this division in the two communities has deeper ground hah! Keep up the great stuff, thanks so much for all the content Marshall. (This one was extra great btw)
really love the older Rolex, not so bulky nor overly large nor overly heavy, just right !!!. Also seems so much more elegant than the more complex modern versions !!!, B.E.A.Utiful !!!
No way I could ever do that. Don’t have the patience but whenever I come across one of your videos, I just can’t stop watching it. I love the narration.👍👍👍
23:04 I realized I had kind of zoned out to the ASMR, until I thought he said he was applying "bacon grease" to the mainspring barrel! Hahahaha! :-) No, no... "braking grease". That's much better! :-) Keep up the good work! :-)
The narrative is captivating. I started watching the channel out of curiosity. I continue to watch for the relaxation. Words are insufficient to capture why. Just is.
This channel has become my new joy. Really enjoy the craftmanship, and your commentary is always very calm and soothing. I also feel like I learn something. 5* would recommend :)
Was just watching some old MTG Pro Tour videos and to my surprise I hear...…"Is that a glory bringer?!" in a familiar voice. Wild to hear that. So cool. Keep up the great work being involved in all my hobbies. lol
I have a 2007 16610 which I keep serviced; I dive to 20 m with it all the time--but check that the crown is secure every time. These watches, as you mention, are meant to be used.
Mr Marshal I Thank-you very much for your efforts to share, provide amd teach us. You are a gift in many ways you have read from us your fans... Thank you for all you do. A fan named Muel
What makes it a dive watch is the outer bezel acts as a timer. At depth, the bezel is set so the minute hand lines up with the amount of bottom time you set. As the minutes go by, the bezel shows the remaining bottom time. Essentially counting down to zero. The bezel has a ratcheting mechanism so it only rotates counter clockwise. If it accidentally gets bumped it can only display less bottom time available, not more. While replaced with dive computers and the like, when this style of watch was released, recreational scuba was very much in its infancy, so this was cutting edge.
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
I find you videos very calming! Although I am not so much in the precision mechanic domain (more of an electrical engineer) but I seriously love watching your stuff
A small tip that helped me out a lot. You can oil the bearing surface on the mainspring arbor directly before putting it in and putting on the mainspring bridge. This way you can make sure the oil is in the correct spot as it can be hard to oil that bearing surface correctly without being messy with the oil if you do it after putting in the mainspring bridge.
Hi Marshall, great content as always. I was thinking, do you plan to do a FAQ video one day? It could be great to know a bit more about you like, what do you think about some brands, how did you get into watches, etc.
Great videos. I like your approach to restoration, watches with "experience" are like a wise face, the lines are the proof of a life well lived. Interesting thing about Rolex, it's set up as a charitable foundation, pays no taxes.
I would like to do this but at my age my eyesight just isn’t that good for small detail work. 25 years ago I would have been able to do it. Not now,I’m 71.
Hi I am 76 and did the same watch repair and service as Marshall and I enjoy it immensely. My hands are steadier now and my eyes are just not too good but I have a microscope, loupes and magnifier glasses. Go for it
I startd to learn wachmaking but Ive have severely shake hands an found if i started witha rolexx Id endup with an alarmm cock thatwould nevr workagain 😢
Picked up a MAMACOO's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
He hosts the Limited Resources podcast about Magic: the Gathering. He's also done Magic gameplay videos/streams in the past, but I don't think he really does those anymore. He frequently does commentary for Magic Pro Tour events, as well, although he skipped the most recent one to concentrate a little more on other projects (like this watch channel).
Over lubrication can happen with anything. You put too much oil in your car, you're going to have a bad time. Put too much lube on a firearm you're going to have a bad time.
Excellent, good to know an experienced watch guy like you makes the same mistakes as a newbie like myself. Love your calm articulate commentary you obviously love your "hobby".
I was an avid diver for decades. Started with a dive watch and analog depth gauge. I moved over to the integrated digital dive computer when they came out, but I always wore my dive watch and set the bezel for dive time, just in case. I always wanted a Submariner, but they were always out of my price range. The dial and lume on this one are just amazing. You are a lucky man.
your skillset is amazing, Sir you are a true craftsman. so nice to see a beautiful watch reconditioned with such care and expertise, wonderful video thankyou for showing this.
I like your integrity showing when making a mistake. Nice video! I accidentally dropped my Rolex model 16233 on the floor. Fortunately it is still running, I checked it for accurate time and I loose around half a minute in 2 1/2 weeks which was the time lost before I dropped it. I guess the 3135 movement is rugged!
Love your channel! I too own this exact model that I purchased in 1977 and kept box, doc, and copper anchor. I cannot be considered anything close to a watchmaker, but I can offer some advice on keeping that painted outer bezel insert in good condition; clean it in plain water only (ask me how I know). I know collectors love faded inserts, but by using any type of cleaner/chemical will remove paint prematurely. I actually have replaced the inserts (before the price skyrocketed) and when Rolex would sell them to non-authorized dealers. would like to talk to you regarding servicing mine.
Marshall. New found respect by you filming and posting your errors as instruction on the hobby. My wife is a college math professor and always promotes "failing forward"! You rock!
I love watching your repairs, and think I'll have to get a watch done one day too. My 85 year old mother has a Rolex that my father purchased about 65 years ago, but it's tiny, only about 1/2" in diameter. She wants me to keep it when she passes, but I want to get it serviced so it will last another generation or two. Alas I'm in Australia, so sending it to you would not be really feasible
Soft silicone tipped stick is great for saving pivots. It applies just the right amount of pressure while testing the the pivots are in place while moving the wheels.
Hi Marshall, I have watched every one of your videos from day dot and appreciated each and every one. I don't think I have ever messaged you before but now is the right time (pun intended) to tell you how much I like your stuff. You got me in to collecting older mechanical watches, of which I now have a few, including a 1971 Tudor and a 1948 Cyma automatic bumper - all because I learned 'stuff' from you, thank you. I'd love to send you one of my watches for you to feature it some time. All the best Chris K (from the UK)
I have this exact same watch. Same year of manufacture. It was my father’s watch. I took it scuba diving on my honeymoon in 2005 without knowing about the risk and it was fine. The last service had been done in 1995.
Thanks for sharing your patience as you worked to repair your watch. I gives me license to have patience with myself as I begin this hobby as well. Cheers there. Hahah, just caught the Bob Ross comment, so true!
I have started to assemble watches as a hobby from online stores. I built a beautiful gmt dive watch and took it in the pool. Tightening the back with a ball was definitely not enough and it was soon flooded with pool water. When I got home I took it apart and shook out as much water as possible from the movement (NH34), and put it in my hearing aid drier for a couple of cycles. It’s working fine now. Of course, it would be best to take the movement apart and service it, but I’m not interested in doing that yet, and if it fails they are under $50 to replace.
I remember, as a teenager in the ‘60s drooling over the Heuer watches in jewellers windows. I do have a TAG Heuer Link now, which is nice, but I still hanker for one of those ‘60s watches. However I just wear a Rolex GMT Master day and night though; it is just so solid and reliable.
love the content and love love love that vintage face on that sub. I wear my dads 1987 two tone everyday, I'm sure its due for a service, its just really nerve-wracking taking such a special watch to someone you don't really know. I thoroughly enjoy you working on all these different watches. Thanks for the great content.
I love everything about this channel....Your technical skill, the filming, the detailed explanations.... And the icing on the cake is that you sound exactly like Seth Rogen! 😃
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Bob Ross of watch repair 💪
"Happy Little Accidents?" 🤔😂 Great thing to see this happen even with pros.
Marshall is my favorite, and he is as relaxing as Bob Ross to listen to, but to be fair to other watchmaking TH-camrs, I have yet to come across an adrenaline-fueled, high-energy, balls-to-the-wall watchmaking channel on TH-cam. I'd honestly love to watch some Red Bull™️ EXTREME WATCH REPAIR for my early morning watchmaking fix.
@@SteelyEyedMissileDan I love Marshalls calm aura. It reflects on me and im relaxed too, to be honest. Love that
F you mean, where’s the paint?
😂 faaacts
This gave me flashbacks of my dad taking apart our 1979 zenith color console tv. When he put it back together,it worked fine,but there was a pile of screws and even a small wire sitting on top. Dad just said those were spare parts.🤔🤩
But it works !
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Was probably a grounding wire tbh 😂
hahahaha
My theory is, if you take it apart and put it back together enough times, there'll be enough spare parts to create another one.
I appreciate the humility you display on your channel, Marshall. There'd be no reason, in a manner of thinking, not to skip over that part, no one being the wiser. But it shows your honesty and candor, being willing to show the internet your mistakes, big or small as they are. And that's true character.
I do love that part in the video but as soon as I heard that mechanical sound that I've never heard in any of these vids, I cringed. A hundred bucks for one sprocket? Oh man, I wouldn't be laughing at myself either.
@@thatjeff7550this is why I will always pay whatever Rolex wants to service my personal vintage watch. I appreciate those who can actually do this type of work. Great video.
Absolutely true, Marshall could have easily edited that part out, paid the $150 for the new part, and no one would have known. But like every great teacher, and person of high character, he knows his mistakes are learnable and therefore teachable moments.
This is what makes the US justice system so frustrating . It's not , hey you made a mistake , paid the price or punishment, and it's over and done with. No it's forever held against a person and they, if they even have the resources to do so, must go to court to have the history removed.
I can't believe any country that says it's based on "Christian" values has so little forgiveness. There is nothing in the Bible, or any behavior literature , that says this is effective in changing behavior.
@@davepirtle9790 I received a notice of your comment, but interestingly, my earlier comment was deleted, which if I remember correctly, merely stated that I would have my own personal Rolex serviced by the RSC to avoid such mishaps.
As addictive as collecting watches, watching you service them is just as rewarding. Thank you.
I'm new to collecting watches, and i can attest to the addiction part lmao.
I don't collect watches, but I do LOVE watching Marshall service them... it's my ASMR.
Most definitely!
every time i watch a video I just end up searching for watches I shouldn't be buying
You think watch collecting is addictive? You don’t know Axe collecting. The ancient tool that won the hearts of human beings thousands of years ago and continues today.
If I can be pedantic for a moment, tritium does not glow. It radiates a steady stream on electrons due to beta-decay. That radiation in turn causes the phosphorescent material in the lume to glow. Due to the short half-life of tritium such lumes are only useful for 20 to 30 years.
Thanks for another great watch video!
Dead right. Accurate is not synonymous with pedantic.🙂
Said it much better than me, shoulda read the comments first.
Half life of H3 is like 12.5 yrs.
Love the videos, Marshall! I am a university lecturer, and I love listening/watching to these as I do my grading.
The shot starting at 22:33 was fantastic, the movement and focus change was so smooth, and with the balance oscillating it just made the shot fantastic, keep up the amazing work Marshall!
I tought i was the only one who saw it
Been there done that with my 1675 gmt master and a 1016 explorer... sourcing parts almost brought me to tears. It feels a little better knowing it happens to even the best of us (refering to you and your quality content). Keep up the good work... not breaking stuff.. the content 😉
41:33 missing cap jewels on the escape wheel is one of the main reasons for low amplitude. There are two options in this case. The first one is to add the missing jewels and springs. The second opinion would be to flip the jewels (in this case they will work as regular ones).
Hi Marshall. I have been following your channel for quite a time and guess what ? Last month i bought myself a Seiko 5 sports automatic wristwatch. I locked my battery driven fancy watches in a drawer and i am now fully confident measuring time on my Seiko - i only have to move myself to keep it going...
A simple dial with date indication and three indicators, a matt brushed stainless steel case, a transparant bottom so you can see the movement (so nice !) and an olive green NATO strap to keep it on my left wrist. Man, i am so proud !!
And it ticks !! The sound of a ticking watch can be so relaxing. Keep up the channel !
Be careful; you can soon find yourself with an armful of Seikos. They are so lovely.
@brians654 sadly I already have that problem.
Which model did you get, the SRPG33?
Seikos are so awesome. Just wait until you get into the seiko 5 modding.
Seiko 5’s are great!
I know your heart sank when you saw the broken pivot. Glad it was easily remedied, if not cheaply. Thank you so much for your work and these videos! You're such a pleasure to listen to and I eat up learning more and more about watchmaking.
My Grandpa was the first or one of the first jewelers to bring Rolex to Boise, Idaho. He wore a day date President (hollow bracelet). My dad wore that after his dad died from 75-85 when he bought his first sub. Sold that as he was starting his business and needed the money in 93 shortly after I was born. My mom bought him another sub date for his 50th in 2001 and they gifted me a sub date (ceramic) in 2015 when I graduated college.
Really cool channel, Marshall! Thanks for sharing.
Oh and don’t forget to add your site link to your page links! I know what I’m getting my dad for Xmas ✌️
Idaho is not well respected.
That dial is spectacular! Absolutely perfectly aged. Thank you for sharing, Marshall!
It looks beautiful. Lovely watch
It's refurbished......
I'm watching this after watching the mtg pro tour today...JUST now put together the voice. Woah. You are great marshall I love all the things you do and didn't know it was you who did them
Marshall I went in the pool with my 126710 GMT when it was new and I forgot the crown was unscrewed from setting it earlier in the day and when I realized it my heart dropped and I immediately screwed it in. Later that day I went see my watchmaker at the AD. He opened it and said it was perfect and that the triple lock crown is pretty water proof even when unscrewed. Needless to say I am much more careful since!
I don’t understand why people take their expensive watches in chlorine pools and salt water oceans.
@@ruskibruski And I don't understand people that treat objects as precious. You got it, use it.
@@ruskibruskiwhere else are you supposed to use a diving watch?
@@ruskibruskiwhere else are we going to test 300 meters of water resistance?
@@ruskibruskii mean a rolex is a tool watch and you can use them as tools so they are build for these conditions so why dont do it and have fun about that expensive watch youve bought?
Thanks again for the fantastic journey with the Rolex. I struggle to engage with so many videos even much shorter ones, but your presentation, narration, enthusiasm, videography and professionalism keeps me engaged fully from the 1st to the very last moment. 1st class content that isn’t ruined by unnecessary nonsense and horrid music, please keep it up!
I've had a submariner with date since 1990. It was the first Submariner with sapphire crystal. This watch has been on multiple dives not just a fashion accessory! Thanks for another great podcast. Cheer Hamish (Patreon member)
I love hearing from others that use their watch for what it was made to do. I've worn my submariner while diving, swimming in the ocean, showering, skydiving and many other fun stuff and must say I've never worried about my watch getting damaged. I hate seeing Rolex watches that look flawless. They were made to be worn and survive. Keep your watch alive and keep wearing it.
I wear my 1987 blue/gold submariner everyday and have done well over 1000 dives with it and still dive.
@johnclifton9052 That watch is loving life.
As a watchmaker hobbyist I cheered your honesty and your dedication to being open with your followers. Massive respect - we all learn a valuable lesson in humility and dedication to your craftsmanship from you! Cheers
Thanks, Marshall. Any chance you could do a video where you use the stuff from the watch repair kit to disassemble a movement? It would be a great tutorial. Thanks.
This guy is the best to watch & listen to idc what you do in life always aim to do it the best you can and to see how far he’s come from his first video , god bless my brother ! Keep up the good work !!
Appreciate the honesty in showing your mistakes. Not all restoration projects work out as hoped. Thanks and great video!
Looking at you restoring the Submariner, my memory goes back to where mine is located...in 45 feet of water, 1/2 mile west of Saba Island on the Saba bank. Long story; but oh how I miss the simple, understated and functional look of that watch. And you know, back in 1969 when I bought it in St. Thomas, it wasn't that expensive. Ah well, such is life. Love your channel, man!
It's waiting to be found probably. Underwater metal detector needed.
You have to wonder how many watches are ‘lost at sea’.
Your explanation of how tritium makes lume glow is incorrect. It is radioactive. But its own beta particle emissions, when captured by the phosphorus is the lume, causes the phosphorus to glow. No other source of light is involved.
the hell up
@@RobertStanley1right.
Indeed. No light needed.
Firearm night sites use tritium vials for this reason. Although the brightness does fade over time
Just wanted to say I was given the same Submariner as a graduation present in 1973. At that time it cost $256. I still wear it every day; never leaves my wrist.
As an actual "Submariner" who served 4 years on a submarine and earned my Dolphins I have always wanted a Rolex Submariner. Yours is awesome and I love the nerdy Meters First easter egg!
Did you ever get one? Have to do it before getting too old 😮. Good luck
I have a 5513 bought in 1969 in Vietnam and still wear it daily like you! Best watch on the planet.
That is a gorgeous watch dial!!
Thank you for sharing!
Considering that many people think of you as the Bob Ross of mechanical watch restoration, take an advice from the OG himself with this great quote:
"There are no mistakes, just happy accidents." -- Bob Ross
I've always enjoyed watching your videos and I hope that someday, I also would be able to get into this hobby.
Yeah well Bob was talking about painting, bozo
@@X11CHASE No need to get huffy!
@@X11CHASE For the artist and those who like art, painting probably means something much more than a slur - but to the troll, it means nothing...
I carry two dive computers (you never know when the battery compartment on one is going to flood, so have a backup) when I dive. And I wear a dive watch. Back-up to the back-up is the only way to dive.
Beautiful 5513. I recently had the opportunity to restore a vintage 61 5512 Sub. These is something so endearing about these vintage Rolex Sub that just cannot be replicated in modern pieces today. Keep up the great work and thanks for the vid content.
I have started collecting watches recently. All newer within 5 years old. All automatic watches. I have been watching your videos a lot and I love your videos I’ve always loved the look of skeletonize dials so I can see all the parts move. I have 2 bulovas and 1 citizen.
If you were my neighbor, I would have been knocking on your door for a service on my 16713, 2005 GMT Master II, black dial, gold/stainless case & bracelet. I just took it to one of the Rolex dealers in the Denver area. Full service including a new mainspring, new tube and crown was about $950. They did not advertise it, but when they saw I was a USMC vet, they knocked 10% off the total. While not cheap, I felt that they charged a fair price. I would have liked to put a transparent case back on it, but Rolex won't install an aftermarket part and won't warrant their work if one is installed. There is a place in Germany that makes these for about $200 and they have a higher pressure rating than the watch does. I will get one installed when my service warranty expires.
I don’t have a regular wristwatch, but I love to watch this. Fun to learn more about you and your dedication to the hobby 🙂 and one day I hope to find that one who feels right for me.
Your videos are my stress free zone
Hello Marshall
Just wanted to show some appreciation for the incredible work you put into these videos.
It’s my favorite thing to put on in the evening after a long day.
Hats off to you man!
I have watched so many of your videos and they bring me more comfort than most any other video content out there.
With that said... I recently decided to take apart a miniature carriage clock (emphasis miniature).
I am now in this moment realizing the truly tiny size of the clock I've got on my hands. I had assumed "oh mini carriage clock, basically a watch" (my dad and I have a few), but now I am looking at it's pallet fork which looks about 1/3 the size of the one on your watch...maybe even a 1/4 the size. The clock is about the height of a bigger Rolex lug to lug, placed on end. I now understand why our clock repair guy turned it away based on the work as his eyes are getting old.
My dad and his father before him both collected clocks their whole lives and in todays age I enjoy watches & clocks alike... with my dad much more discriminatory towards "watch people" haha, apparently there is much historical discrimination in the two communities. That discrimination now long passed, perhaps by a generation --apparently so! I find it quite funny to hear him grumble no less haha, especially with his recently invigorated fascination with carriage clocks which are nearly watches in scale at least (sorta).
An aside you may enjoy:
From the clock repair books I have been reading one author when describing the platform balance wheel/escapement of carriage clocks wrote "for these parts the repair lies in the province of the watchmaker". --So perhaps this division in the two communities has deeper ground hah!
Keep up the great stuff, thanks so much for all the content Marshall.
(This one was extra great btw)
Most humble/genuine guy ever❤..im addicted to your videos and thank god they are all 1h plus❤
Were you able to find the broken pivot?
Probably stuck to the underside of the bridge... He'd already oiled it.
really love the older Rolex, not so bulky nor overly large nor overly heavy, just right !!!. Also seems so much more elegant than the more complex modern versions !!!, B.E.A.Utiful !!!
Any links to the content you create in the gaming space? I love this content and would not be opposed to more.
Search for his name and MTG. He’s even bigger there than here.
No way I could ever do that. Don’t have the patience but whenever I come across one of your videos, I just can’t stop watching it. I love the narration.👍👍👍
23:04 I realized I had kind of zoned out to the ASMR, until I thought he said he was applying "bacon grease" to the mainspring barrel! Hahahaha! :-) No, no... "braking grease". That's much better! :-) Keep up the good work! :-)
😂 that was before synthetics...
The narrative is captivating. I started watching the channel out of curiosity. I continue to watch for the relaxation. Words are insufficient to capture why. Just is.
These videos are always a treat, thank you!
This channel has become my new joy. Really enjoy the craftmanship, and your commentary is always very calm and soothing. I also feel like I learn something. 5* would recommend :)
Wears the EPIC 1016 while working on his killer 5512! Well done Marshall!
It’s a 5513, not a 5512.
The disassembly always reminds me of that old game "Operation" 🙂
Was just watching some old MTG Pro Tour videos and to my surprise I hear...…"Is that a glory bringer?!" in a familiar voice. Wild to hear that. So cool. Keep up the great work being involved in all my hobbies. lol
I have a 2007 16610 which I keep serviced; I dive to 20 m with it all the time--but check that the crown is secure every time. These watches, as you mention, are meant to be used.
"Dad, Dad, come look. You said your Rolex is water tight. You were right! See, none of the water comes out again." ;)
Mr Marshal
I Thank-you very much for your efforts to share, provide amd teach us.
You are a gift in many ways you have read from us your fans...
Thank you for all you do.
A fan named Muel
I'm a scuba diver. We don't use watches. Instead are bottom timers. Measuring decompression safety.
What makes it a dive watch is the outer bezel acts as a timer. At depth, the bezel is set so the minute hand lines up with the amount of bottom time you set. As the minutes go by, the bezel shows the remaining bottom time. Essentially counting down to zero. The bezel has a ratcheting mechanism so it only rotates counter clockwise. If it accidentally gets bumped it can only display less bottom time available, not more.
While replaced with dive computers and the like, when this style of watch was released, recreational scuba was very much in its infancy, so this was cutting edge.
AMZWATCH is one of my favorite watch manufacturers they do offer beautifull dials, good workmanship & moovements.That smooth sweeping second hand is truly mesmerizing！
Finally! Was just watching one of your videos earlier and thinking "When is he going to drop?!"
I only own 1 watch, a 16600, 2004 model. 20 years later: one new bracelet, one new bezel, one service, and now a bezel spring, I still love it.
Apart from breaking that pivot 😩, nice work Marshall: 👌👏👍!
Another beautiful result. Hats off for continuing to include your own mistakes and allowing people to learn from them
I find you videos very calming! Although I am not so much in the precision mechanic domain (more of an electrical engineer) but I seriously love watching your stuff
Stunning dial
A small tip that helped me out a lot. You can oil the bearing surface on the mainspring arbor directly before putting it in and putting on the mainspring bridge. This way you can make sure the oil is in the correct spot as it can be hard to oil that bearing surface correctly without being messy with the oil if you do it after putting in the mainspring bridge.
Beautiful dial!
Hi Marshall, great content as always. I was thinking, do you plan to do a FAQ video one day? It could be great to know a bit more about you like, what do you think about some brands, how did you get into watches, etc.
Yum! Wristwatch Revival Breakfast 🥞
For me it’s dinner time
Great videos. I like your approach to restoration, watches with "experience" are like a wise face, the lines are the proof of a life well lived. Interesting thing about Rolex, it's set up as a charitable foundation, pays no taxes.
I would like to do this but at my age my eyesight just isn’t that good for small detail work. 25 years ago I would have been able to do it. Not now,I’m 71.
Hi I am 76 and did the same watch repair and service as Marshall and I enjoy it immensely. My hands are steadier now and my eyes are just not too good but I have a microscope, loupes and magnifier glasses. Go for it
I startd to learn wachmaking but Ive have severely shake hands an found if i started witha rolexx Id endup with an alarmm cock thatwould nevr workagain 😢
Picked up a MAMACOO's watch as my first watch last month and I’m absolutely in love with it. Perfect size, looks elegant, very comfortable. Now my only problem is holding off from buying more watches so quickly!
What gaming content creation do you do? Is it another channel here on TH-cam? I'm curious
He does a podcast about The "Magic-The Gathering" card game. I don't remember what it's called.
He hosts the Limited Resources podcast about Magic: the Gathering. He's also done Magic gameplay videos/streams in the past, but I don't think he really does those anymore. He frequently does commentary for Magic Pro Tour events, as well, although he skipped the most recent one to concentrate a little more on other projects (like this watch channel).
I appreciate the technical engineering and precise manufacturing of the parts and long may it last
23:18 good bye little arbor, it was nice knowing you
Over lubrication can happen with anything. You put too much oil in your car, you're going to have a bad time. Put too much lube on a firearm you're going to have a bad time.
WOW!!!!
THIS sucked me in! It's was sooooo cool to see the tools, techniques, and the entire watch taken apart.
I am curious, do you talk and shoot and do this all at once? Or am I correct in thinking you talk over after. Either way, always great 😊
he talks after for sure
Excellent, good to know an experienced watch guy like you makes the same mistakes as a newbie like myself. Love your calm articulate commentary you obviously love your "hobby".
@32:45 did you retrieve the broken pivot piece ?
You broke your own Rolex? Well, the grocers' family is always hungry. The cobblers kids are always barefoot. So, there you go.
Cmon, you probably skipped the entire video, right? Be happy and learn! Marshall teaches for free his passion, love to him ❤
So the watch repair guy doesn't know what time it is😅
@@limon93studio lol I watch his videos over and over 🤣
So go on and change the world :) why are you waisting your time on TH-cam…
get over yourself. do something to make your mommy happy. because this is not it
Being to service & repair your own Rolex, that has to be a great feeling, well done & enjoy for many years.
First, First :D
I was an avid diver for decades. Started with a dive watch and analog depth gauge. I moved over to the integrated digital dive computer when they came out, but I always wore my dive watch and set the bezel for dive time, just in case. I always wanted a Submariner, but they were always out of my price range.
The dial and lume on this one are just amazing. You are a lucky man.
It always amazes me how much beauty and precision are added to the parts of AMZWATCH's watch 99% of people will never see.
your skillset is amazing, Sir you are a true craftsman. so nice to see a beautiful watch reconditioned with such care and expertise, wonderful video thankyou for showing this.
Love your work and voice overs and not seen TH-cam in a while, great content as usual.
Watching from wales 🏴 uk 👍🏻
Wow, that is one of the nicest dials I've ever seen and it looks great all cleaned up. Great work!
I like your integrity showing when making a mistake. Nice video! I accidentally dropped my Rolex model 16233 on the floor. Fortunately it is still running, I checked it for accurate time and I loose around half a minute in 2 1/2 weeks which was the time lost before I dropped it. I guess the 3135 movement is rugged!
The weather is cold outside, and its the end of a hard working week, this is the best video that would cheer you up
Love your channel! I too own this exact model that I purchased in 1977 and kept box, doc, and copper anchor. I cannot be considered anything close to a watchmaker, but I can offer some advice on keeping that painted outer bezel insert in good condition; clean it in plain water only (ask me how I know). I know collectors love faded inserts, but by using any type of cleaner/chemical will remove paint prematurely. I actually have replaced the inserts (before the price skyrocketed) and when Rolex would sell them to non-authorized dealers. would like to talk to you regarding servicing mine.
Marshall. New found respect by you filming and posting your errors as instruction on the hobby. My wife is a college math professor and always promotes "failing forward"! You rock!
I love watching your repairs, and think I'll have to get a watch done one day too. My 85 year old mother has a Rolex that my father purchased about 65 years ago, but it's tiny, only about 1/2" in diameter. She wants me to keep it when she passes, but I want to get it serviced so it will last another generation or two. Alas I'm in Australia, so sending it to you would not be really feasible
Soft silicone tipped stick is great for saving pivots. It applies just the right amount of pressure while testing the the pivots are in place while moving the wheels.
Hi Marshall, I have watched every one of your videos from day dot and appreciated each and every one. I don't think I have ever messaged you before but now is the right time (pun intended) to tell you how much I like your stuff. You got me in to collecting older mechanical watches, of which I now have a few, including a 1971 Tudor and a 1948 Cyma automatic bumper - all because I learned 'stuff' from you, thank you. I'd love to send you one of my watches for you to feature it some time. All the best Chris K (from the UK)
I have this exact same watch. Same year of manufacture. It was my father’s watch. I took it scuba diving on my honeymoon in 2005 without knowing about the risk and it was fine. The last service had been done in 1995.
I have no idea why this video just popped up for me but I'm amazed and impressed at the skill despite not giving a ufkc about watches in general
Thanks for sharing your patience as you worked to repair your watch. I gives me license to have patience with myself as I begin this hobby as well. Cheers there. Hahah, just caught the Bob Ross comment, so true!
I have started to assemble watches as a hobby from online stores. I built a beautiful gmt dive watch and took it in the pool. Tightening the back with a ball was definitely not enough and it was soon flooded with pool water. When I got home I took it apart and shook out as much water as possible from the movement (NH34), and put it in my hearing aid drier for a couple of cycles. It’s working fine now. Of course, it would be best to take the movement apart and service it, but I’m not interested in doing that yet, and if it fails they are under $50 to replace.
This is a great example of examining your own work over time.
Submariners are still my favorite. EP II is a very close second.
Really like your 60’s. Great dial and handset.
Beautiful watch! As always your videos are a Zen moment for me.
I remember, as a teenager in the ‘60s drooling over the Heuer watches in jewellers windows.
I do have a TAG Heuer Link now, which is nice, but I still hanker for one of those ‘60s watches.
However I just wear a Rolex GMT Master day and night though; it is just so solid and reliable.
What a beauty.... Love your restoation and service of a/the clasice..... Kudos..
love the content and love love love that vintage face on that sub. I wear my dads 1987 two tone everyday, I'm sure its due for a service, its just really nerve-wracking taking such a special watch to someone you don't really know. I thoroughly enjoy you working on all these different watches. Thanks for the great content.
I love everything about this channel....Your technical skill, the filming, the detailed explanations.... And the icing on the cake is that you sound exactly like Seth Rogen! 😃
this is awesome, I have a Tudor 7928 which is practically the same. thanks for sharing