It's not "the Ukraine". It's just "Ukraine". Sticking the definite article in front of it turns the country into a mere region. You don't say "the Berkshire" or "the Kent", as they are definite, well-defined and distinct entities. You do talk about "the North" or "the East Midlands", because those are vaguer generalities. Ukraine is a sovereign nation, not a vague generality. I did enjoy the video, though!! You narration style is much appreciated, in particular. Nice watch, too. (PS. "Irregardless" isn't a word!)
@anteneupitra Russian troll go screw yourself! You and your government signed a treaty in 1994 guaranteeing Ukraine's independent existence as a sovereign country. It's called the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances. Article 1 of the treaty says, "The Russian Federation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and The United States of America reaffirm their commitment to Ukraine, in accordance with the principles of the CSCE Final Act, to respect _the independence and sovereignty and the existing borders of Ukraine_. Now, I know you lot can't be trusted to keep your word for more than 20 years, but your President signed that on behalf of your people. And so no, it's just "Ukraine", not "the Ukraine". It says it there, in black and white, in the treaty itself.
You are doing very well with the editing, and I really enjoy the close up and the split screen. Really thank you for your work and for the information that you give. Sometimes it's very hard to find any information about old former companies and their history.
The split screen sequences are great! I really like them, and I'm hoping you continue with it. Agree it tells a much better story of what's going on. This is rapidly turning into one of my favorite watchmaking/repair channels, keep up the great work sir!
Sir, I was surprised by what you disclosed about yourself in this video. I could almost not believe you were a hobbiest as opposed to being a professional watchmaker. You provide an excellent view of watches in their diesembly of watch movements. I have watched most of your videos and for the most part, you seem to handle watch repair with the air of professionalism in all of your efforts. Good Job Sir!
Thank you. I try to have respect for the work that was done by the people that came before me. I am very happy you are enjoying the videos. Cheers! David
The Vlostok movements are beautiful and well made. Enjoyed the process. I'm a mechanical technician for aerospace and NASA . I love the beauty and simplicity of the watch. Maybe beauficiency is a better word!😊
I think the split screen is a good idea. I use these videos to learn. I also use the rewind or backup button frequently on these videos to help learn a concept.
I bought a chinese main spring winder set as well, but I modified it by drilling out the (too small) hole in the holder that fit the barrel to accomodate the winder that was ok for the spring.. Mix and match. I like the editing you do actually.
Thank you. I've thought about doing something with my Chinese set. I got the ones with the metal spring hooks so there not bad I just never use them after getting the vintage set which is more flexible for what i'm doing. Sods law, I looked on and of for months and a vintage set at a good price popped up 1 day after I ordered the Chinese ones lol
Those early 22** movements are really nice indeed, and that dial is in great condition - I think you scored pretty well with this watch, and great job with its restoration!
Vostok was my entry into vintage and Soviet horology. I’ve since gotten extremely into Slava and Raketa (and a few others) who make some incredibly unique designs.
I like the split-screen - and I really like your videos. The split-screen let’s me move my attention to various procedures and components, without demanding that I focus on a particular aspect. But, you return to various procedures to drill down in a way that satisfies my burgeoning curiosity. Well done, that man! Your journey is stimulating. There are many experts out there, but not too many who are willing to reveal the process of learning and growing in familiarity and skill.
To answer your question, I do like it when you show the placing of the parts into the little mesh baskets. The split screen may be useful. To me this aspect of the taking apart and re-assembly is the most puzzling as I am trying to figure out how I will go about doing this and remembering what goes where.
Thanks for letting me know. Taking lots of pictures during the disassembly can be helpful it was to me when i first got started. Good luck I hope it goes well for you :)
Appreciate your honesty when it comes to your mistakes. As a fellow enthusiast and hobbyist, it's great to see videos with the errors included. Not sure how many watch repairs it takes to get to the point where you can do this without errors but I hope you can indeed get there one day.
4 to 8 seconds a day. Nothing to complain about there! Great job! The jewel tip pallet fork is a good indication of the quality of watch you have there. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and insights. The split screen is excellent. Really helps to see what is going on at different angles.
Just came across your channel and I'm a fan. I would argue that your videos are as good as the more popular channels for watchmaking, and I appreciate your sharing of mistakes and calm narration. The split screen is fantastic, too, and seems unique to your channel, so well done! As an amateur watchmaker myself, I'm always impressed by the TH-cam channels because I can't imagine trying to do this with a camera (or three) in the way. You've got a new subscriber.
Thank you, the cameras are awkward but they really do help spot mistakes. It's a pain to be honest but at the end of the day i think it helps me, and hopefully it's some entertainment for others as well. I'm glad you enjoyed it and good luck with your own watchmaking.
I agree with the previous comments that the split screen is very good. Your editing is also very good. I see on your response to a comment above that the 3D printed crystal press cushions will be made available. That would be great! That’s pretty generous of you. I’m sure others would like to charge for that sort of thing. Please keep on leaving in the occasional error. It makes me feel better that I’m not the only one that makes them! Like you, I also like to work on the more unusual movements. A video on the Junghans that you mentioned would be great. I look forward to the next video! Thank you.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video. I'll do a Junghans video at some point. I have one in the todo pile, I'm pretty sure all of us that like to tinker have a todo pile. I'm working on a Cortébert at the moment so that will probably be up next lovely looking watch. I'm sure i'll have no problem leaving the odd mistake in lol
I really enjoy your videos, thanks so much for taking the time to make them. My wife really enjoys your narration so you got two new viewers for the clicks of one I guess.
Immediately subscribed as I like the presentation editing and the commentary. As someone who is just starting out and has dismantled a Vostok the video struck a chord with me. Gives me encouragement to get started on the reassembly.
Thanks I'm happy I encouraged you to put it back together. If your going to use Russian watches to practice on stay away from Slava in the beginning a lot of them have two main springs and can be quite complicated to work on for such simple watches. Try Prim watches also if your in a part of the work where they can be had for a reasonable price, nice to work on. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to comment.
You have just gained a subscriber! I though your video was great, I love the split screen shots, and I very much enjoy you talking throughout the whole thing. I can not stand "silent films". I want the narration. I am very new to watch making, so its great to find a channel with someone who is making the mistakes I expect to, admits to them, and also shows them. Keep up the great work. I will be going back and watching all of your videos as soon as I can.
So many things these days are edited to look easy. This is not easy, it's rewarding, I enjoy it and would encourage people to give it a go but easy it is not. Someone once said i don't fail I ether succeed or i learn. I've always liked that. Thank you very much for the sub it's much appreciated. Good luck with your watchmaking
Great job. That certainly didn't feel like 40 minutes. I love seeing how watches get new life with watchmakers like you. Inspirational for me as an apprentice.
I have come across your channel and i must say i love the way you explain what you are about to do and i like that .i also notice that a lot of comments of others about the mistakes you make .i have always herd that if you dont make a mistake now and then your not doing anything ,keep up the good work as always i enjoy your videos. Thankyou Mr. Willett.
This is a late comment. I like the work you do and enjoy it immensely. Your camera work is awesome and narration is excellent also. I am retired and live in Panama. I am a watch tinkerer on a budget. My preference is these simple movements and I have to wash the parts by hand with lighter fluid and alcohol and a little brush. I let the parts dry on Paper. I also try not to disassemble the main spring unless its absolutely necessary because of the risk of breaking them. I do without in other words. Nice work you are doing. That is one lucky movement as it is getting the royal treatment.
Balance cock versus balance bridge is not dependent on number of screws but the position of the screws. Balance cock may have one or two screws on same side versus bridge which has two screws; one on either side creating a ‘bridge’across the balance. Love the video! The metal on the balance pivot is much more brittle (hardened ?) than the American or European counterparts. Thanks for the video, Geoff.
Hey Geoff thanks for the information. I always wondered on the name bridge vs cock your explanation makes sense to me. Thank you sir I appreciate you taking the time to let me know.
Really enjoy your videos ! The Honesty of them is something I totally support ..... Was watching a video the other day of a guy working on a watch and I noticed a mistake in what he was doing and then there was an edit and poof , suddenly the mistake was corrected without a word of explanation . I thought it was kind of cheesy ..... Anyway , You have a good personality and a natural aptitude for this . Keep going , you're doing great !!!!! Respectfully ....
That's very nice of you to say. I don't see the point of trying to be something I'm not. I'm not trying to sell watchmaking services I'm just happy if I get a few people interested in having a go at fixing stuff. Too much goes in the bin nowadays.I appreciate the kind words
I think the split screen looks great. My advice to you is to make the video be what you personally love and can be proud of, like any project. Those who appreciate it will appreciate, and those who are critical are just critical people in general. Personally, I think the little subtle details make a thing come across as finished and professional, whether it's a video, music, a watch, or a painting. Non-filmmakers would never spot some details, but sometimes they just know something feels polished (or off). Anyhow, great video!! Keep up the great work.
Don't change a thing! I have seen other videos from other (more experienced) watchmakers and been left wondering how that bit was put back together, having to rewind and still not having a clue. Your camera work is spot on that lets me see those things that was a puzzle for me before. And the mistake with the works, well it was down to that I was able to see exactly how that part operates now, which I wasn't sure of before. Your videos are great! Thank you 😊
Thank you that's very nice of you to say! Glad it was helpful to you. If you are thinking of giving this a go yourself you can always reach out to me on Instagram if you need any help instagram.com/savingtime_yt/ All the best - David
This is a very good show. You clearly know what you're doing. I like the narration, so I believe you're good. Also, I couldn't leave a comment without liking and subscribing, could I?
Wonderful stuff, new sub here, interesting and informative, very nicely done, thank you for sharing I'm also a hobbyist watchmaker and enjoy your down to earth honest portrayal here, also your film making skills are on point 👌 I've tried starting a second channel to cover my own watchmaking, and honestly, filming that is an art in its own right
Hello, channel just showed up on my feed, great video from a novice in editing and watch making, great narration, well done! Liked and subscribed from the windy city.
The "в" is there because in the Cyrillic alphabet that is V - for Vostok. Б is the Cyrillic letter for the English B. I love the videos. I've been fascinated by mechanical watches since I found my grandfathers pocket watch and played with it as a kid. One of my first watches was a Vostok and it's still chugging along. You're doing a fantastic job with the videos. I've been getting into watchmaking and repair as a hobby lately myself, and though I have thought about making videos for others to follow along from the beginning the idea of doing so is a bit daunting. It's great to follow along with someone else that's learning as they go.
Thank you. Making the videos is a pain, but I really enjoy getting to talk to fellow enthusiasts. I've also gotten some decent advice from people, which is nice. I am glad you are enjoying the videos, and I wish you the best of luck with your own watchmaking. May all your springs stay where you put them.
@@Saving-Time I had thought about making videos only to show others that the hobby can be fun and rewarding, not to mention fairly inexpensive to get into. Something I hadn't considered is using TH-cam videos to receive constructive feedback in order to learn better practices and techniques.
It's helped me out pretty much everyone has been nice, and the watchmaking community seems to be a friendly, helpful bunch. If you do ever make any videos, DM me on Instagram; I'd love to see them!
I like the split screen when it matches with the operation being performed. For example, 3 screens to show each screw being removed in the barrel bridge. Its the same thing three times, so three screens is a nice way to present and display this all at once. However, when different operations are being performed, I prefer to see them sequentially as it is then easier to follow the logic of how the parts all fit together.
I can't believe you only have 799 (Well I guess I'm #800) subscribers. Great content! Your channel is going to grow a lot I'm sure! I personally really like your split screen edits. It gives a good view of what's happening and I don't think there are a lot of other channels doing it.
The spring T alignment. Put the spring in the barrel. Put the arbor in a vice. Insert the arbor into the spring and rotate it until the the T lines up withe T slot of the barrel.
For the price - what a lovely little vintage piece! I believe you're correct, the single screw pallet bridge is called a cock. I'm also led to believe that's only really the case here in blighty, it's just a bridge everywhere else. As for the split screen, I enjoyed it, but found I was only paying attention to two of the three at any one time. Thanks for the video, I look forward to the next.
Thanks for the feedback appropriate it. I'm still finding my feet with the editing and getting more comfortable with talking to myself, still a way to go. Glad you enjoyed it.
Esslinger I've been told is great, for people in Europe who are wondering try www.cousinsuk.com/ one of the few places here in the EU that will deal with hobbyists. Thanks for the comment i'm sure it will be useful to people in the USA, EU also if you don't mind the shipping time :)
CORRECTION: Vostok was based in Chistopol in Russia not Sevastopol which is in Ukraine. Sorry about that slip of the tongue.
It's not "the Ukraine". It's just "Ukraine". Sticking the definite article in front of it turns the country into a mere region.
You don't say "the Berkshire" or "the Kent", as they are definite, well-defined and distinct entities. You do talk about "the North" or "the East Midlands", because those are vaguer generalities.
Ukraine is a sovereign nation, not a vague generality.
I did enjoy the video, though!! You narration style is much appreciated, in particular. Nice watch, too.
(PS. "Irregardless" isn't a word!)
Glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for the correction.
@anteneupitra Russian troll go screw yourself!
You and your government signed a treaty in 1994 guaranteeing Ukraine's independent existence as a sovereign country. It's called the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances.
Article 1 of the treaty says, "The Russian Federation, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and The United States of America reaffirm their commitment to Ukraine, in accordance with the principles of the CSCE Final Act, to respect _the independence and sovereignty and the existing borders of Ukraine_.
Now, I know you lot can't be trusted to keep your word for more than 20 years, but your President signed that on behalf of your people.
And so no, it's just "Ukraine", not "the Ukraine". It says it there, in black and white, in the treaty itself.
Севастополь также находится в России. Учите историю
@@ivanivanich3848Many Russian corpses are now located in Ukraine. Learn current affairs.
You are doing very well with the editing, and I really enjoy the close up and the split screen. Really thank you for your work and for the information that you give. Sometimes it's very hard to find any information about old former companies and their history.
Thank you very much! Appreciate it.
The split screen sequences are great! I really like them, and I'm hoping you continue with it. Agree it tells a much better story of what's going on. This is rapidly turning into one of my favorite watchmaking/repair channels, keep up the great work sir!
Thank you that's very nice of you to say so. Glad you are enjoying the content.
The split screen is excellent. Thank you for the tremendous videos.
Glad you enjoyed it Thank you very much
Yes, and the split sequences would make for some excellent Shorts/trailers.
I like the split screen. Well done.
Thank you for the feedback I will keep the split screen going forward.
The split screen is a great addition to your video's. I think your doing an outstanding job my friend. Keep up the great work!
Much appreciated, glad you enjoyed it.
Split screen is great. It does tell a much better story.
Thanks for letting me know much appreciated.
Split screen is great and distinctive!
Appreciate the feedback thanks
Editing is awesome! I was actually going to comment how much I like the camera work before you even mentioned it! Thanks for the Video.
Glad you liked it! You are welcome thanks for the comment.
Sir, I was surprised by what you disclosed about yourself in this video. I could almost not believe you were a hobbiest as opposed to being a professional watchmaker. You provide an excellent view of watches in their diesembly of watch movements. I have watched most of your videos and for the most part, you seem to handle watch repair with the air of professionalism in all of your efforts. Good Job Sir!
Thank you. I try to have respect for the work that was done by the people that came before me. I am very happy you are enjoying the videos. Cheers! David
I Like the split screen, very effective...
Thanks for the feedback appreciate it
The split-screen format is excellent!
Thank you for letting me know. Appreciate it
Thank you for the video. Love the way they are edited. This watch was pretty dirty
Glad you enjoyed the video thank you.
I’m not a watch maker, that being said, I like the split screen. I watch many watch channels and I enjoy all of it.
Thank you for letting me know I appreciate you taking the time. Glad you liked the video.
I like this screen format. It shows more details, thank you for your screen editing work. Excellen!
You are welcome!
I agree with the majority of comments - the split screen is really good. Id love your commentary - it's what make this a good channel.
Thank you very much. Very nice of you to let me know I appreciate it
The Vlostok movements are beautiful and well made. Enjoyed the process. I'm a mechanical technician for aerospace and NASA . I love the beauty and simplicity of the watch. Maybe beauficiency is a better word!😊
I'm happy you enjoyed the video there is something very captivating about the mechanics of watches.
Absolutely 1st class video recording. Your watchmaking skills are not bad either.
Congratulations !
Thank you very much!
LOVE the split screen.
Thank you for letting me know.
Split screen very good and more informative than most videos. Please keep up the good work.
Thanks, will do! Appreciate the feedback.
The split screen is brilliant. So much more perspective on specifics I wish to learn and emulate.
Thank you for the kind words. New video out next week :)
I enjoyed your editing of the video. Very interesting type of watch. Thanks for posting.
You're welcome, happy you enjoyed it. Thanks for letting me know.
Great video. That dial is spectacular! It's very satisfying to see the performance you coaxed out of it on the timegrapher as well. Keep them coming!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I like the split screens, your being human, information, and the overall layout of the video.
Thank you very much glad you enjoyed the content.
I think the split screen is a good idea. I use these videos to learn. I also use the rewind or backup button frequently on these videos to help learn a concept.
The watch has a nice finish. Nice quality lightning. Good video. Thanks!
Thanks for watching! Appreciate it.
I find the split screen amazing and so interesting
Glad you liked it. Takes a while to edit lol
I bought a chinese main spring winder set as well, but I modified it by drilling out the (too small) hole in the holder that fit the barrel to accomodate the winder that was ok for the spring.. Mix and match. I like the editing you do actually.
Thank you. I've thought about doing something with my Chinese set. I got the ones with the metal spring hooks so there not bad I just never use them after getting the vintage set which is more flexible for what i'm doing. Sods law, I looked on and of for months and a vintage set at a good price popped up 1 day after I ordered the Chinese ones lol
Those early 22** movements are really nice indeed, and that dial is in great condition - I think you scored pretty well with this watch, and great job with its restoration!
That is a very pretty watch. I enjoy seeing that movement.
Glad you liked it, I also thought it was pretty.
Vostok was my entry into vintage and Soviet horology. I’ve since gotten extremely into Slava and Raketa (and a few others) who make some incredibly unique designs.
I'm sure you will have seen the vintage Raketa Copernicus one of my favourite watches
I like the split screen mode.
Glad you liked it thank you for letting me know it's a pain to do so it's good to hear from people that like it. Cheers :)
I like the split-screen - and I really like your videos. The split-screen let’s me move my attention to various procedures and components, without demanding that I focus on a particular aspect. But, you return to various procedures to drill down in a way that satisfies my burgeoning curiosity. Well done, that man! Your journey is stimulating. There are many experts out there, but not too many who are willing to reveal the process of learning and growing in familiarity and skill.
I'm liking the split-screen, the monologue, and the general content. Sound!
Thank you, glad you liked it.
To answer your question, I do like it when you show the placing of the parts into the little mesh baskets. The split screen may be useful. To me this aspect of the taking apart and re-assembly is the most puzzling as I am trying to figure out how I will go about doing this and remembering what goes where.
Thanks for letting me know. Taking lots of pictures during the disassembly can be helpful it was to me when i first got started. Good luck I hope it goes well for you :)
I think you did a great job on the watch and editing. The split screen is really a good touch. I enjoy watching your videos. Thank you
Glad you liked it new one coming in about a week, thank you for the feedback.
Thank you for this video, great work and great video editing. Please keep this format. 👍
Thanks, will do! It seems like a lot of people like it :)
Very enjoyable illustration and commentary. Multiple display is excellent. Nice to see someone doing a restore on a basic watch.
Thank you very much!
That amplitude came up very nice in the end!
Beautiful watch!, Very honest video. Camera work is fantastic, what a bargain!. Love it!. Thanks. Adrian.
My pleasure glad you liked it
I really appreciate this editing. It makes simple motions more interesting and can give invaluable insight to fellow watch enthusiasts.
Thank you, glad you liked it. Appreciate the comment l.
I really enjoy the split screen feature. Thanks
Appreciate you letting me know, thank you
Big thumbs up on splitting screens. Like to reference the scale of how minuscule many components are. Amazin’
Thank you, glad that the split screen gave you a sense of scale.
Appreciate your honesty when it comes to your mistakes. As a fellow enthusiast and hobbyist, it's great to see videos with the errors included. Not sure how many watch repairs it takes to get to the point where you can do this without errors but I hope you can indeed get there one day.
Thank you I think i'm a while away from zero errors, great to have some fellow enthusiasts watching keeps me honest.
4 to 8 seconds a day. Nothing to complain about there! Great job! The jewel tip pallet fork is a good indication of the quality of watch you have there. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and insights. The split screen is excellent. Really helps to see what is going on at different angles.
The watch was really nice especially at this price point. Glad you liked it.
Love the video... love the editing... and really appreciate and enjoy the commentary.
Glad you enjoyed! Thank you
Your video editing with the split screen is just fine, as are your explanations. Subscribed, you are doing a great job! 👍👍👍👍
Thanks for the sub, and taking the time to comment.
David: Yes, split-screen editing is outstanding.
Thank you for letting me know. Appreciate it
Your getting better with these services , all good 💯
I try :) thank you for letting me know
Just came across your channel and I'm a fan. I would argue that your videos are as good as the more popular channels for watchmaking, and I appreciate your sharing of mistakes and calm narration. The split screen is fantastic, too, and seems unique to your channel, so well done! As an amateur watchmaker myself, I'm always impressed by the TH-cam channels because I can't imagine trying to do this with a camera (or three) in the way. You've got a new subscriber.
Thank you, the cameras are awkward but they really do help spot mistakes. It's a pain to be honest but at the end of the day i think it helps me, and hopefully it's some entertainment for others as well. I'm glad you enjoyed it and good luck with your own watchmaking.
Your editing is great. I like it. Excellent presentation. Thank you.
I agree with the previous comments that the split screen is very good. Your editing is also very good. I see on your response to a comment above that the 3D printed crystal press cushions will be made available. That would be great! That’s pretty generous of you. I’m sure others would like to charge for that sort of thing. Please keep on leaving in the occasional error. It makes me feel better that I’m not the only one that makes them!
Like you, I also like to work on the more unusual movements. A video on the Junghans that you mentioned would be great. I look forward to the next video! Thank you.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video. I'll do a Junghans video at some point. I have one in the todo pile, I'm pretty sure all of us that like to tinker have a todo pile. I'm working on a Cortébert at the moment so that will probably be up next lovely looking watch. I'm sure i'll have no problem leaving the odd mistake in lol
Absolute great work and love the split screen which gives us a better view keep up the good work.
Awesome, thank you!
I forgot to mention the commentary is well explained to detail. You have a new subscriber to your channel and I hope all works out well for you.
I really enjoy your videos, thanks so much for taking the time to make them. My wife really enjoys your narration so you got two new viewers for the clicks of one I guess.
Glad you both liked it I also watch a bit of the TH-cam with my wife, it's very nice if we can find something we both like
Well done on the split screen work! More please...
Very well done and informative!! Thank you for posting!
Glad you enjoyed it!
No I very much appreciate the details
Great glad you liked it.
Love it. You could talk about the history of the watch during the cleaning part. The cleaning stuff is definitely boring.
Thanks you glad you liked it I agree on newer videos this is what i try and do. Appreciate the feedback cheers
Immediately subscribed as I like the presentation editing and the commentary. As someone who is just starting out and has dismantled a Vostok the video struck a chord with me. Gives me encouragement to get started on the reassembly.
Thanks I'm happy I encouraged you to put it back together. If your going to use Russian watches to practice on stay away from Slava in the beginning a lot of them have two main springs and can be quite complicated to work on for such simple watches. Try Prim watches also if your in a part of the work where they can be had for a reasonable price, nice to work on. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to comment.
I like the split screen photography, not many channel use it. Thanks for your videos.
Glad you like it! Thank you for letting me know.
What a fantastic video! I really enjoyed that. Just getting into horology myself and these type of videos are really helpful!
Glad it was helpful!
You have just gained a subscriber! I though your video was great, I love the split screen shots, and I very much enjoy you talking throughout the whole thing. I can not stand "silent films". I want the narration. I am very new to watch making, so its great to find a channel with someone who is making the mistakes I expect to, admits to them, and also shows them. Keep up the great work. I will be going back and watching all of your videos as soon as I can.
So many things these days are edited to look easy. This is not easy, it's rewarding, I enjoy it and would encourage people to give it a go but easy it is not. Someone once said i don't fail I ether succeed or i learn. I've always liked that. Thank you very much for the sub it's much appreciated. Good luck with your watchmaking
Great job. That certainly didn't feel like 40 minutes. I love seeing how watches get new life with watchmakers like you. Inspirational for me as an apprentice.
Awesome! Thank you! Best of luck to you I appreciate the kind words.
I like the split screen format. Reminds me of some very vogue cinematography in 60's films! The movie Grand Prix comes to mind.
Cool, thanks for letting me know. I appreciate you taking the time
For a hobbyist(watch maker) you have done well and in due course you will excel!! All the best .Keep it up!!!!
Thank you very much! I hope someday I will
I have come across your channel and i must say i love the way you explain what you are about to do and i like that .i also notice that a lot of comments of others about the mistakes you make .i have always herd that if you dont make a mistake now and then your not doing anything ,keep up the good work as always i enjoy your videos. Thankyou Mr. Willett.
Thank you Mr. Willett I appreciate the kind words.
Beautiful old watch and a beautiful end result, nicely done
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
The split screen is awesome.
Thank you for letting me know.
Great camera work. Another interesting and entertaining video
Thank you very much!
This is a late comment. I like the work you do and enjoy it immensely. Your camera work is awesome and narration is excellent also. I am retired and live in Panama. I am a watch tinkerer on a budget. My preference is these simple movements and I have to wash the parts by hand with lighter fluid and alcohol and a little brush. I let the parts dry on Paper. I also try not to disassemble the main spring unless its absolutely necessary because of the risk of breaking them. I do without in other words. Nice work you are doing. That is one lucky movement as it is getting the royal treatment.
Great job buddy! Beautiful watch.
Thank you kindly, glad you liked it.
Excellent video thank you ,just starting the hobby myself, working a hamilton 747
Big Hamilton fan, my daily driver is a humiliation. The 747 looks like a nice simple movement to start on good luck to you.
I personally like the 3 camera view, because then I can see what your seeing so as you're describing it, I'm seeing it with you.
Awesome that was pretty much what i was going for. Glad you liked it.
Balance cock versus balance bridge is not dependent on number of screws but the position of the screws. Balance cock may have one or two screws on same side versus bridge which has two screws; one on either side creating a ‘bridge’across the balance. Love the video! The metal on the balance pivot is much more brittle (hardened ?) than the American or European counterparts. Thanks for the video, Geoff.
Hey Geoff thanks for the information. I always wondered on the name bridge vs cock your explanation makes sense to me. Thank you sir I appreciate you taking the time to let me know.
I like the split screens. Thanks for the experience.
Glad you like them! Thanks for letting me know.
Really enjoy your videos ! The Honesty of them is something I totally support ..... Was watching a video the other day of a guy working on a watch and I noticed a mistake in what he was doing and then there was an edit and poof , suddenly the mistake was corrected without a word of explanation . I thought it was kind of cheesy ..... Anyway , You have a good personality and a natural aptitude for this . Keep going , you're doing great !!!!! Respectfully ....
That's very nice of you to say. I don't see the point of trying to be something I'm not. I'm not trying to sell watchmaking services I'm just happy if I get a few people interested in having a go at fixing stuff. Too much goes in the bin nowadays.I appreciate the kind words
Nice work and beautiful watch. The split screen is unique and provides additional info. Thanks for a terrific video.
Glad you liked it!
I bought a 1925 Elgin pocket watch that runs for $20 US so I’m happy :)
Nice Elgin make great pocket watches nice find:)
@@Saving-Time I don’t think the lady I bought it from knew how to use it so she said it was broken
Another great informative video David much appreciated your a wealth of knowledge
Thank you
Looks VERY much like a Timex!
Now I know what to get with that look...but with better movement.
It's a cool watch for the money, lots of cool stuff out there for a small price tag if you know where to look :) glad you enjoyed a look at this one.
I think the split screen looks great. My advice to you is to make the video be what you personally love and can be proud of, like any project. Those who appreciate it will appreciate, and those who are critical are just critical people in general. Personally, I think the little subtle details make a thing come across as finished and professional, whether it's a video, music, a watch, or a painting. Non-filmmakers would never spot some details, but sometimes they just know something feels polished (or off).
Anyhow, great video!! Keep up the great work.
Thank you, very nice of you to let me know.
Don't change a thing! I have seen other videos from other (more experienced) watchmakers and been left wondering how that bit was put back together, having to rewind and still not having a clue. Your camera work is spot on that lets me see those things that was a puzzle for me before. And the mistake with the works, well it was down to that I was able to see exactly how that part operates now, which I wasn't sure of before. Your videos are great! Thank you 😊
Thank you that's very nice of you to say! Glad it was helpful to you. If you are thinking of giving this a go yourself you can always reach out to me on Instagram if you need any help instagram.com/savingtime_yt/ All the best - David
This is a very good show. You clearly know what you're doing. I like the narration, so I believe you're good. Also, I couldn't leave a comment without liking and subscribing, could I?
You are to kind sir. I'm glad you enjoyed the video thank you for the sub.
31:00 nice trick for those "space flying" springs (got several on mars ... 🤣)
Tell me about it lol pretty sure I've put more stuff in orbit than NASA at this point. Hope you enjoyed the video.
Wonderful stuff, new sub here, interesting and informative, very nicely done, thank you for sharing
I'm also a hobbyist watchmaker and enjoy your down to earth honest portrayal here, also your film making skills are on point 👌 I've tried starting a second channel to cover my own watchmaking, and honestly, filming that is an art in its own right
Thanks and welcome cheers for letting me know appreciate it.
Some awesome bikes on your channel btw great content I shall be giving it a proper watch tonight.
@Saving-Time Thanks Dave I really appreciate that buddy
Hello, channel just showed up on my feed, great video from a novice in editing and watch making, great narration, well done! Liked and subscribed from the windy city.
Much appreciated! Hello from the city of black and gold.
I like the split screen.
Thank you for letting me know :) Much appreciated.
Nice result!
Thanks! Appreciate the comment.
@@Saving-Time Nice channel name too, btw
I love this style of video. Great Job!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.
The "в" is there because in the Cyrillic alphabet that is V - for Vostok. Б is the Cyrillic letter for the English B.
I love the videos. I've been fascinated by mechanical watches since I found my grandfathers pocket watch and played with it as a kid. One of my first watches was a Vostok and it's still chugging along.
You're doing a fantastic job with the videos. I've been getting into watchmaking and repair as a hobby lately myself, and though I have thought about making videos for others to follow along from the beginning the idea of doing so is a bit daunting. It's great to follow along with someone else that's learning as they go.
Thank you. Making the videos is a pain, but I really enjoy getting to talk to fellow enthusiasts. I've also gotten some decent advice from people, which is nice. I am glad you are enjoying the videos, and I wish you the best of luck with your own watchmaking. May all your springs stay where you put them.
@@Saving-Time I had thought about making videos only to show others that the hobby can be fun and rewarding, not to mention fairly inexpensive to get into. Something I hadn't considered is using TH-cam videos to receive constructive feedback in order to learn better practices and techniques.
It's helped me out pretty much everyone has been nice, and the watchmaking community seems to be a friendly, helpful bunch. If you do ever make any videos, DM me on Instagram; I'd love to see them!
In the Cyrillic alphabet Vostok is written as BOCTOK. B = V and C = S.
I like the split screen when it matches with the operation being performed. For example, 3 screens to show each screw being removed in the barrel bridge. Its the same thing three times, so three screens is a nice way to present and display this all at once. However, when different operations are being performed, I prefer to see them sequentially as it is then easier to follow the logic of how the parts all fit together.
I agree i try and keep everything synchronised so its different angles of the same thing, thanks for the feedback appreciate it.
Exactly. I really like it me as well!
I can't believe you only have 799 (Well I guess I'm #800) subscribers. Great content! Your channel is going to grow a lot I'm sure! I personally really like your split screen edits. It gives a good view of what's happening and I don't think there are a lot of other channels doing it.
Thanks for the sub! Glad you liked it. Appreciate the kind words.
A very entertaining video and a beautiful piece.
Many thanks!
The spring T alignment. Put the spring in the barrel. Put the arbor in a vice. Insert the arbor into the spring and rotate it until the the T lines up withe T slot of the barrel.
Thanks for the tip :) I will give that a try if I mess up the alignment on the initial spring insertion
The multiple screens helps to give a sense of scope.
For the price - what a lovely little vintage piece!
I believe you're correct, the single screw pallet bridge is called a cock. I'm also led to believe that's only really the case here in blighty, it's just a bridge everywhere else.
As for the split screen, I enjoyed it, but found I was only paying attention to two of the three at any one time.
Thanks for the video, I look forward to the next.
Thanks for the feedback appropriate it. I'm still finding my feet with the editing and getting more comfortable with talking to myself, still a way to go. Glad you enjoyed it.
One of the large watchmaker suppliers here in the USA is Esslinger. It must be a candy shop for watchmakers.
Esslinger I've been told is great, for people in Europe who are wondering try www.cousinsuk.com/ one of the few places here in the EU that will deal with hobbyists. Thanks for the comment i'm sure it will be useful to people in the USA, EU also if you don't mind the shipping time :)
Thumbs up on the split screen. Good vid. Keep it!
Thanks, will do!
Love the editing! Keep up the good work!
Thank you glad you enjoyed it
Split format. Good job
Thank you