1940s RADIOACTIVE JAEGER LeCOULTRE RESTORATION | how to nickel plate, movement service tutorial
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- Sit back and relax with some therapeutic watch restoration. Tutorials on case restoration, How to electroplate, nickel plating, hand re-lumeing, p469 movement service. #jaegerlecoultre# vintage 1940,s military style watch
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The Einstein equation and the flux capacitor sketch made my day. I really enjoy it. :-)
And I love the fact he didn't even mention it
I think you have to have the right personality for this kind of task. My concentration, patience and hand/eye coordination are terrible. This dude has all those attributes in abundance and thrives off it. I hope you’re rewarded suitably for this work because you have a rare skill.
Me too!! 😆👍🏽
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This is no restoration, this is pure art
I agree, amazing
Agree too! 😀
Craftmanship
@@ianmangham4570 ugh to you that said “disagree”
@@pamelabryant7390 Xxx
“The lume is made from radium, the stuff Godzilla is made out of!” 😁😁😁
That made my day!
I love your videos
Question..the restored watches are sold?
@@mariaeugeniabendek6387 I think you’ve commented on the wrong guy’s post! 🙂
@michael mccann ... Kinda crazy, so much radioactive material, for such a short period of useful functionality. A mere 1,600 years for its half-life, but barely half the usage life of a tritium based illumination. One has a short half-life that limits it usage period, the other can't last even half that time due to the decomposition of the zinc matrix it's bounded with; but then thousands of years of radiation still left.
This is my favorite watch channel because Nekkid Watchmaker takes it to another level. Not just humor but you make everything look so easy. No long dry commentry, no elitism just a good lad doing extraordinary job, repairing watches, giving them second or third chance. I hope you and your family are doing good and that we'll see so many more videos from you in the future.
This gentleman is informative, entertaining, extremely skilled and obviously a great father. I love the way he allows his young son to help. Awesome.
"Put the watch away in a drawer, and curl up in the fetal position for awhile"...lol
This is brilliant. A master craftsman with a sense of humour.
Yes... UR so Suave N D voice is rather soothing unlike D strong talk.. UR mild N quiet... N U certainly have a nice sense of humour.. Lol..
I think I sold him that watch
A very good command of English for a Swissman for one thing, good sense of humor and what a craftsman. Greetings from an Azerbaijani man.
Absolutely!!
And a poetic bent. Lovely
More men like this one is what this world needs. There used to be more, before we decided that money was the most important thing. How foolish we were. Past generations learned that lesson for us, but we didn’t take heed. Now, we are seeing the results, but it isn’t over yet. We still have a long road to travel. I am sad about leaving this broken mess for the next generation. But my travels are almost over now, so I do my best to advise my family and friends. I listen to the old radio programs fro the late ‘40’s and ‘50’s to keep my spirits up. I can hear a maturity and optimism in their voices. It is unmistakable, like a Southern accent. I am reminded of what we once were and could be again. Or should I say, will be again.
The most fascinating part was the hands restoration with luminous material . I wasn't aware that they are hollow with an inlaid material. Beautiful job !
I've been unwell recently with anxiety and lost my job caring for people with drug and alcohol problems, watching this has gave me an escape and calmness I've not felt in a long time thankyou.
Glad to hear I could help a little bit Gary, hope your situation improves mate
Nekkid Watchmaker do you have a contact business address customers can send watches in to be restored ??
@@daveking777 I have just asked almost the same question...did you get a reply?
Nigel Turner unfortunately I didn’t 🤷🏾♂️😞
@@daveking777 must just be thru Patreon then 🤔
The smiley face on the finger was a nice cameo! I loved the "Loudmouth McJones who can't keep a secret and told the accountant that I had bought a new camera. And when I say accountant, you know who I mean" comment. LOVE!
Lol thanks mate
Stunning restoration. I would be proud to wear that watch.
the reason why you are so successful is because you make so interesting videos.. you might be the best watch repair guy on TH-cam.
One may find artists, craftsmen, philosophers, photographers and narrators as good as you on You Tube BUT I cannot imagine finding any better. You are a gift that I and many others appreciate.
Thanks Peter
When he made the “sounds like a bad marriage” comment, I had the best laugh of the day..maybe the week or even the month. 😂😂 It totally caught me off guard. This man is intelligent, witty and downright hilarious at times and his videos are mesmerizing. One of my favorite channels on TH-cam.
This has to be the 3rd time I've watched this video Joe. Master watchmaker and all round great human being. I find myself re-watching your videos over and over as I find myself learning each time, thanks.
You mentioned having OCD ( 25:54 ) approx. My watchmaker daughter has OCD, too. But guess what? Billie says that watchmaking saved her life from the slavery of OCD which leveled out her obsessive worries! After many struggling teenage years she is now excellent in this craft, just like you and with her I thank you, so much, for this enlightening video. I'm watching this in my lunch-break. You are such a joy, Joe. Many blessings to you and your family, Wendi 🌻
You have a watchmaker in the family? That’s awesome. Peace and love to you and yours
I have taken apart many of my dads old watches when I was a child . none ever got put back with all the pieces. I still wear them broken 50 years later now . They remind me of my dad. They all tell the correct time twice a day .
Lol.
Send one of them in for repair and restoration, or at least ask for an estimate.
I have a Omega stainless steel watch and it is about 55-60 years old and the bracelet is broken. Can you rectify my watch restore in its original condition.you can contact me on my whatsapp number +919946782105 or you send me your whatsapp number enable me to contact you. By the way I am from India. Your quick response will be highly appreciated.... Mohamed
Let the "accountant" know that we appreciate your sacrifice you've made for your fans!
Treat your accountant to a nice dinner, if there is room in the budget ;)
The comedy helps also
Your work should be in museums. This is art.
The best channel on TH-cam. You give the creator of all men the glory and honour. You inspire me to be a better man. Thank you.
Thanks David
“And without my permission, one of my eyebrows went up slightly” haha love this guy. Joe you should become a scriptwriter and forget watchmaking mate
How to King haha thanks mate
My god I laughed at that. My son came in to my clock room to ask me what was wrong lol
Thoroughly enjoyed this Video! Fantastic restoration! 😊
Nekkid Watchmaker how can I contact you please
Treasure Out How can I get in touch with You! I can be reached on my INSTA Handle vikaskapoor123
Came here for the restoration, stayed for the witty repartee.
Ditto! 😉👍
Just glue it back together and it will be fine. The humor is outstanding! ;-)
There's something so gratifying about seeing a vintage watch restored to its original beauty and function.
Those Radium girls will be happy to know that this one got restored safely!
As a child, in the 1950's, I used to watch my Father strip down, clean and re-assemble time pieces for friends and relatives. I wouldn't talk, move or twitch, I was fascinated by what he was doing. I imagine you sitting there with a Jewellers glass, as you do this. My Dad never explained what he was doing, all I knew was that my Dad was a magician who gave people back what they needed. You speak about different oils and lubricants and cleaning methods. My Dad had lighter fluid for cleaning and 3In1 Oil for a lubricant. I now wish that I'd asked questions and asked him what he was doing and to teach me what he was doing. Hindsight gives you 20/20 vision. Carry on with what you're doing, I've shed a little tear for missed opportunities, but I really enjoy your professionalism and obvious love for your calling. More power to you and long may you continue.
My Pop is still around. I myself do not do much twitching to this day. I am still all ears. A better man than me...
Good
A beautiful comment!
Thank you, sir!
Your childhood sounds like mine. Watchmaker dad.
You have the absolute best watch restoration channel. You're amazing.
You should call yourself the poetic watchmaker. Brilliant work! 👏
The owner is going to be thrilled with that . Great job
such a kind soul. You can hear it in the way you talk about your kids. And your animals you make with your rubber gloves..lol
Lol thanks mate
Love and care to you and your family, Joe! Thanks for the sensitive restoration.
I love the way you narrate - it's poetry, really.
The commentary and restoration both are from top shelf.
You are awesome!!!!!!
You my friend are a true craftsman. Never let anyone convince you to change. You are a class apart and cannot be duplicated.
@JPS JPS *sweating
Your voice is very soothing. The Earthquake must enjoy the stories (yarns) you tell him. Beautifully done.
I dont know much about watches, but love your videos, how addictive they are!
Your workmanship is a joy to watch and your narrative is comical, kind and relaxed. Thank you for your wonderful videos!
Don't mess with "The Accountant" lol. Love these videos as they are gentle and humorous, but great engineering too.
It’s pure joy to listen to a specialist so eloquently explaining the process:)
Wow pure craftmanship. I wish I could have my old watch serviced by you. ❤
"this act of bravery became a shocking and traumatic ordeal causing him to place the watch in a drawer and curl up in a fetal position" reminds me of the time I attempted to spray paint the roof of my wife's car. What was shocking and traumatic for me was the looks my dear wife gave me when things went south. great vids brother, love your narrative not to mention the astonishing beautiful results of your work
The Fox ye well some people can’t afford that
@The Fox you're making him curl up in a fetal position from PTSD flashbacks again
What a wonderful video. This has deeply touched me. Everything about this piece I find sensitive and beautiful. The commentary is both hilarious and informative and I would like to project all my love and respect. Truly wonderful
You said it. Thank you!
Well said sir.
I know this is an old video but I’ve been watching all of your videos lately as I’ve been working through some very stressful events. Thank you so much for all that you do because it’s not just about watches. It’s so nice to see someone who understands that.
I hope things are looking up for you.
@@AnyoneCanSee Thank you, yes. Just getting okay with not being perfect. Appreciate your well-wishes my friend.
These videos are good therapy for the stressed. Bless you, and may you be restored as lovingly.
Here's something you could add...the owner's reaction when you handover the restoration! I would love to see the reaction...sort of a reveal on all your videos. Cheers and God bless!
Owner would probably wear it again and not sell it like he was
I said the same thing
@Steve: Actually, I think the different segments of the *Nekkid Watchmaker* could be made into a television series - with a _HUGE_ audience! . . . .
Astonishing craftsmanship on a fine old watch that, to me, looked beyond saving. The skill, attention to detail and untold patience demonstrated in this video is truly mind boggling. The end result may have been far from perfect to your expert eye, but to me it looked practically flawless and I would be proud to own and wear such a beautiful vintage timepiece.
With you all the way there.
I have learned so much from your videos and your incredible attention to detail. More importantly, your humor and humanity is a true inspiration.
Thank you so much!
Best watchmaker online great senses of humour. I myself am in this industry I know good when I see good.
Thank you 🙏
I am an old retired auto repair tec who just today found your post. I greatly admire your love for God, your trade and human kind. If I weren't down in southeast Texas I would love to share an ice cream amid an interesting conversation on life in general. Stay great to your trade and fellow humans kind sir! I will enjoy your videos for as long as you provide them.
As a tech myself I am so amazed at this
When I saw the watch at the begging, I thought no way this watch is going to turn out. Boy was I wrong, it turns out beautiful. Great job and thanks for sharing it with us.
same
This was the first vid I watched of yours and almost 2 years later you inspired me to learn watchmaking and I can service my own watches. A big thank you to you for your love and care in your vids. Without it I wouldn’t have tried. So this is my fav video.
Probably his best video ever, having watched most of them.
The transformation is amazing, it is an honour to see true craftspeople at work.
The narratives are very poetic, and the craftsmanship is zen like.
In this disposable, mass-produced, digital age, this is so beautiful. I want to save what little I have left over each month, to buy one of these works of craftsmanship. Something to one day pass on to my granddaughter.
I don’t know why I watch your channel more….for the fascinating breath of life you put into unloved gems or you attitude. Either way, thank you.
Thanks mate
A master Jedi watchmaker at work. Awesome recovery. Thanks for the share.
Just wow ! I would never have guessed it was the same watch afterwards.
You polished the hands ... by hand!?
I had no idea paying this level of attention to a watch was even possible. Fantastic content.
Things polished by hand... not as crazy as you think!
Nekkid understands that he is not only a mechanic. He is a conservator and restorer of a mechanical object that is a work of art.
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He did say he has ocd, he pays extra attention to the little stuff.
Carl, do some searching on the net. Watches are fascinating. Most high end Watches are totally polished. JLC is one of the best watches even today.
Absolutely brilliant and a work of art. The owner must be thrilled and I hope it’s being worn a lot. What an amazing skill you have . Congratulations
I watched this a year ago and came back again for another look. Stunning.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I'm watching your videos before i go to sleep. Most beautiful and relaxing thing. You are a great human.
This was such a spectacular restoration. You say it’s not “concourse” quality, but I think you struck a magical balance between restoring the watch to how it would’ve looked when it was new, whilst preserving its 80 years of heritage, history, patina and spirit. I wonder what it’s now worth afterward being restored?
Rick Sykes with what he started with it’s magnificent!👍🏻
Indeed. That watch ticked during some very different times.
‘Concourse’ quality is worse than this....
Buongiorno... hai un sito dove vendi gli orologi restaurati?
A Magician with the purest form of humour.Fab combination.
Love your narrative, contains the right amount of humor.
I never thought I would find a strip down and immaculate rebuild of a watch so interesting. I loved your humour. Very droll. I was completely drawn in . Thank you.
Love the skill and the tlc showered on the watches. The humour is a bonus.
Another outstanding post. You really rejuvenated that tired soldier! Why is it that I feel good about my fellow man and life in general after listening to you ? We all know why.... Thanks again.
Thank you 🙏
"So I was granted access to the lady's workshop. And when I say ladies workshop..." Your subtle wit, sir, is priceless!
Wow, the storytelling aspect of the intro is poetic.
"A shocking and traumatic ordeal,"
Have you ever considered writing a book? You have a real flare!
Lol
Maybe a children’s book
HE IS AN ARTIST!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m probably around the same age as the watch, but where can I find somebody such as yourself to breathe new life and care into me to make me run for another 70 years? Brilliant restoration. Mick.
You should never worry about your video being too long. That was the shortest 44 minutes of my life! 😁Enjoyed the musical interlude by your brother as well.
I think that is the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. What makes your videos really special is your voice-over. I enjoy the bed-time nature of what is more of a storyline than something purely technical and I love the technical info you mix in with the story. There is more to visualization than good camera work. I feel like I'm seeing a far broader image due to the quality of your voice and writing. Keep up the good work.
Chris Bannister thanks Chris. Always love your words of wisdom
Well said, Chris. Love his storytelling.
Hi to all. Yes Switzerland has 4 languages and I said two. Smack my wrists. I should have said “ the two main languages in relation to this topic”. Now at least you know I don’t know how to use google haha
Nekkid Watchmaker How do I contact you for consideration a restoration project? Thanks and God bless.
@@montandonwatch Italian, French, German and Rumansch :-)
How can i get a hold of you. I have a very old Russian watch I'd like for you to look at.
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German (62.8%)
French (22.9%)
Italian (8.2%)
Romansh (0.5%)
Are you a Gemini?
I love the chatter and laughter..
🤣 so handsome a watch..
Love your videos, especially the humor and uplifting commentary.
You have a dry sense of humor, I found myself truly laughing out loud starting with the happy face on your finger 😊 then with the yellow gloves and. Then the ice cream truck. The accountant lolololol!
Anna Sobeski thanks anna. Yes dry is the correct word for it and maybe not everyone gets it
Absolutely got them! Very funny, very dry and even subtle. Thanks and wonderful addition to some very serious watchmaking.
The flux capacitor bit got me 🤣
@@jimmywatts8219 Yeah, I saw that and cracked up so funny and a BTTF fan. :)
@@NekkidWatchmaker Beautiful job. Just to let you know that a manicurist file/sanding block will shape itself to what needs to be filed. Its a small rectangular sponge block with 4 different file grits on each side. Much easier to use than a nail file with a much smoother grit to remove scratches. It also has a 90 degree angle with grit on both sides for corners. I was expecting to hear a southern Mississippi accent because of the name of your channel. 'Nekkid' is how we pronounce 'naked', here. I was pleasantly surprised by your beautiful accent and subtle jokes..
I stumbled across this and I am hooked.
I love watches and I just stumbled on it I love pocket watches oh Lord I'm hooked I could do this and I'm going to
I've been hooked for the last 5 years now! Started collecting ice watches and I've bought and sold my way up to the likes of Omega, tag Heuer and other various pieces
Same here.
Right? I love the crazy TH-cam suggestions. I discover so much great content that way all the time. I love this guy already and I'm only halfway through the video so far.
me too
Outstanding on every level. Even the social and philosophical ones…
Nek: You make me laugh out loud and you warm my heart. Very rare.
when he finally finished, after the last polish and shine he wore glove 🧤 not to leave sweat, body oil, or fingerprints. You can tell he is a perfectionist.
Always done with love! You are an amazing dad and husband. Bless you!
you unearthed the lost beauty, amazing work and poetry
The difference is unbelievable! Kudos sir, you could work in the ER… you definitely revived this one🙌
Thanks Tomy
"Radium: The stuff Godzilla is made of." LOL!
I'm so glad that YT managed to put this video on my watch list somehow. It's really lifted my day!
Wonderful work by a lovely humble family man. Thank you.
I like your sense of humour while doing the work! Nice job!
"Curl up in a fetal position" after screwing a project. Yep, been there.
havent we all? learning fees ;)
@@glock17games "learning fees" LOL.
This guy is a freakin legend!
Edmond Jaeger was a Frenchman and i presume he prounounced his name in French fashion. Outstanding resto!
انا رجل في الخمسين من عمري حقيقه انا لا اعرف اي شي عن الساعات اليدويه وقمت بشراء ساعه يدويه واحببت ان اعرف شي عنه فقمت بلبحث في اليوتوب عن فيديو يخص الساعه التي قمت بشراىها وفجاءه ( ظهرت لي افلامك عن تصليح الساعات !) حقيقه انا معجب جدا بطريقتك في الكلام وطريقتك واسلوبك في تحليل الساعه قطعه قطعه وهو اسلوب راقي مثقف واعي ومفكر !!! انت انسان جدا محترم جدا مثقف جدا رزين وواعي وانت بلفعل خبير ساعات محترم تحياتي وسلامي لك ولعاىلتك الكريمه وسابقى متابع مستمر حتى ولو لم افهم شي 🥸🙏🍇
Just fascinating listening to the master, and who would expect a nail file and an earthquake to be part of this drama? I “watch” every episode holding my breath but by some miracle it all goes back together.
Beautiful human being and love his family. What an extraordinary watch.
I never get tired of "watch"ing his videos just as this one. This must be my fourth time. What an artist..
I think u have given it another 80years very well done
This is such a wholesome channel. Fascinating content. Well done.
"Let's see if we can make bitter sweet for him", love his sense of humor lol!
Such a beautiful watch again. Really enjoyed that story and the finished result was so attractive. I'm very jealous of that owner.
I ran across one of your videos by complete happen stance a couple of weeks back and have been down the rabbit hold ever since. After working for the government for many years, I am looking at retirement and a second act to keep me out of trouble, a must since I am unsupervised (meaning unmarried). Years ago a friend (engineer) turned me onto watches as beautiful pieces of engineering art. I have collected and cared for a few of my own now but never considered working on or restoring them. I absolutely love your detail and running commentary and humor. I can't get enough. I am looking into timepiece repair/restoration classes even now. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Richard, good luck on your new journey down this rabbit hole. It will be fun