Watch dial Cleaning - Seiko 6309 Giveaway Series

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  • In this video I attempt to clean up the watch dial for the giveaway 5000 subscriber series. Dials are the most visual part of the watch so it is important to handle with care and not use too many products which could ruin it. Will I succeed? watch video and find out..
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  • @shaneellasdaicastrestorati3675
    @shaneellasdaicastrestorati3675 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    To be honest Michael the dial is part of the history of the watch so just keep going, I'd be very happy with the watch. Great work by the way

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shane & Ella's daicast restorations thank you . I am thinking the same to be honest. Keep going and then asses at the end. Thanks for your comment

  • @simong6855
    @simong6855 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Leave the old dial but scrape and relume the indices.
    We all love a nicely lumed dial after all :)

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Simon g thanks for your comment . I am still unsure on the indices. It’s allot of work and it might not be successful.

    • @cosmalas7742
      @cosmalas7742 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep agreed, gotta have that lume

    • @GoGoBalrok
      @GoGoBalrok 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches That dial work is awesome, I think if you like a lumed dial then buy a new watch. Im resto-cleaning a dial from the 70s and Im with you, its a lot of work and uncertain result.

    • @thomaselliott573
      @thomaselliott573 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches given the condition of the rest of the dial, having new lume would look out of place and, because of such a stark contrast, make the dial as a whole look worse.

  • @timlangel6211
    @timlangel6211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    For me, part of the joy of a vintage watch, and the restoration, is bringing something with a story back to life. I don’t think having the blemishes on the dial and batons takes anything away from the work you’ve done thus far and allows a watch with a rough history to carry that history along while being given a new chance to be worn proudly on someone’s wrist. My vote is to keep the dial as is. No lume necessary. No replacement necessary. Nice work as always.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your comment. I am inclined to agree with you right now.

  • @jacobmoreno3580
    @jacobmoreno3580 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't be dejected. Soldier on. This is a restoration, the small imperfections are what makes it beautiful and gives it character. YOU ROCK

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your support

  • @rayquintanilla614
    @rayquintanilla614 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I can’t imagine anyone would expect the dial to be in perfect condition, after all, it is a vintage watch. I think it looks pretty good for what it is. That’s part of the charm.

  • @dbzamora
    @dbzamora 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Carry on Mike. You’ve done exceptionally well from how it was when you started. Those battle scars on the dial gives it the character and history that makes it a vintage worth keeping :)

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Dennis. I am hoping that once all complete in a nice case it should look great.

  • @theslushygoldfish
    @theslushygoldfish 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been following this from the beginning. Extremely excited for a chance to win this one! There’s so much history on this piece, whoever gets it will be extremely lucky

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for your support. Still a few more videos to go until we can think about the giveaway!

  • @houseinfrancerenovation1419
    @houseinfrancerenovation1419 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Keep the dial and re-lume. Great work it all tells the history of the watch.

  • @Lunalysis
    @Lunalysis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I am baffled by the desire to keep old, faded and otherwise expired lume in the name of authenticity. Lume, at least for me, is a serviceable part of the watch and should be reapplied periodically.

    • @ThePillenwerfer
      @ThePillenwerfer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree, especially if the hands are re-done as at least all the lume will look the same.

  • @plainclotheshorse224
    @plainclotheshorse224 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think the mottling on the dial is absolutely fine and adds to the character of the watch. It looked good on the movement with the chapter ring in place.

  • @daleyurk4369
    @daleyurk4369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mike, I'd absolutely keep the watch original. It's part of it's charm. Really nice job!

  • @bondoff
    @bondoff 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another good vid, Mike! Thank you for sharing this with us. Wish you well!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Антон Бондов thanks for your support

  • @MOGGY7912
    @MOGGY7912 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i agree with
    Simon g Leave the old dial but scrape and relume the indices.

  • @lyricrf
    @lyricrf 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Carry on, I'm with the others, the dial is part of the story, demonstrate your re-luming skills. Excellent videos as always.

  • @smitmachinale8281
    @smitmachinale8281 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree with all the others Mike, the dial is a part of it's history, please keep it.

  • @miltonallen9480
    @miltonallen9480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Plain distilled water warmed to 140 degrees Fahrenheit, works wonders on dials place in water let sit for about 10 mins remove, blot with soft sponge, repeat, keep in mind it took along time for this to accumulate. Each soaking breaks up more and more dirt. Awesome job on this restoration. Relume and leave dial as is. Spit is hit or miss due to differing acid content but is readily available.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thank you Milton, I will consider this in the future. This one seems way to sensitive so no liquids in any form will go near it. Not sure on the indices relume, big job quite risky and I have to commit 100% or nothing I cant do one and mess it up I will decide in the next video.

  • @cristobalosuna3106
    @cristobalosuna3106 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video! as usual very entertaining. I like your real time candid reactions to each challenge you encounter with this dial... I wouldn't relume the batons. from a close up vision it looks horrible as you say but it is not so noticeable from a "normal" view... so go ahead with it, I say!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cristobal Osuna thanks for watching and this is an encouraging comment for me. I tend to film everything “live” if there are any edits it’s just to cut out waffle or if I really do say something completely wrong!

  • @kijntje01
    @kijntje01 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would keep the dial as is. When starting to relume next steps wil follow.

  • @-Scraggyanne-
    @-Scraggyanne- 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think scraping the relume and replacing it would look great, but if it's very time consuming as you say then leave it as it is. Keep the dial as it looks good. I love the fact it has 24hr dial, I have never seen one like that before. I think it will look beautiful when finished.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. A new video on this one is coming.

  • @frazrok
    @frazrok 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definitely keep the watch as original as humanly possible. always. it shows the character, age, use, history of the watch

  • @javiercacho4790
    @javiercacho4790 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I also vote for a dial relume. This is maybe the only improvement we can get of it. What you can do is cut some paper or plastic sheet to have a protection around every index. In that way you can remove the old lume without the risk of damage the dial

  • @diegodavidreyes8424
    @diegodavidreyes8424 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks better than I thought it would look!!
    So, I consider that every single detail in the dial, is just a battle scar and reflects the life the watch had, which gives it character and almost anyone that enjoy watches will appreciate (I certainly do.), i would leave the paint as is. And to relume or not to relume that is the question 🤔. Either way the watch is going to look awesome 😉, and I would leave as is, but if you want to invest more time on it I would love to see how those indexes turn.
    Any way the future lucky owner of this watch is going to be in love with it, and grateful that you had invested all this time on the watch just to give it away, great work as always!!!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Diego David Reyes thank you sir. A great comment! Battle scar indeed. At least I’ve show you all how not to do it.
      The lume for the indices is a tough one . You have to commit 100% or walk away

    • @diegodavidreyes8424
      @diegodavidreyes8424 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches no, you showed us that things happens from time to time even to the best.
      When dealing with old and most importantly, exposed dials tend to be unpredictable and the appearance of them tend to be deceiving, once i messed up a Citizen speedy dial when trying to remove dirt from it using the same technic, even though the dial seemed to be in perfect condition 😔. Lucky me, it wasn't some one else's, but since then, to remove more difficult dirt i use makeup brushes which tend to be more soft and until now it seems to work fine, but i guess some day luck will run out 🤣.
      About the lume, if you go with it or not, you effort is and will be highly appreciated by all of us that enjoy your videos 😉

  • @jabbathebum
    @jabbathebum 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it looks fine. I like the patina.

  • @vapingwithjames3370
    @vapingwithjames3370 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dawn dish liquid is known for being mild in fact I think that’s the soap they use on animals after crude oil spills, I would think it would help gently clean yet being mild enough without ruining the dial. Would be interesting to get a junk dial and try it. Great video

  • @TWS001
    @TWS001 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks great, thanks

  • @marcustahoun
    @marcustahoun 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks fine. Carry on. It's got character.

  • @MyRetroWatches
    @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Guys, I am hoping for your feedback in the comments. I am wanting to know your thoughts on the dial and also what to do with the hour markings. This has to be the most disappointing video I have made and I am genuinely really upset that I would make a mistake like this when nearing the finishing line. To be honest the dial is usable but had I not tried that extra bit it would have been find with just the rodico cleaning. Also my sound quality is not brilliant. I have been having issues for a while now and this video I used a different recording software to fix the original distortion issues, I now find its recording too quiet... One very kind subscriber is helping me with advice so with luck the up and coming videos should be better sound quality.

  • @mohammadmistarihi4029
    @mohammadmistarihi4029 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good job, l have 6119 Seiko and i relacquered it again but after two days the lacquer seems like ice or particles of ice, how do i remove them?? Please

  • @theinsanityunleashed
    @theinsanityunleashed 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks pretty good to me!

  • @Inkreptile
    @Inkreptile 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done !!! Better than i could've done it

  • @gormacktoast
    @gormacktoast 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it looks great as is.

  • @zaygezunt
    @zaygezunt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's your fault I bought my first Seiko last week, it arrived today and I'm already hooked! Diamatic 2517 September 1970 - yes, I've even look it up. The way the dial has an electric blue stripe when it catches the light, the feel of wearing it ... it's useless to fight it.
    PS My advice is not worth having about the dial but you're doing a great job, can't wait to see the finished watch!

  • @adrianbirkett594
    @adrianbirkett594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That dial is lovely Michael, it is an old watch!. With new glass and polished case it will look great!👍. Wouldn't be reluming the batons, too much time spent!. And stop spitting on dials!!!.😂😂😂. Well done. Adrian

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Adrian Birkett haha that’s told me! Thanks I will keep going I think

  • @gerrymcivor374
    @gerrymcivor374 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic work so far. I would be tempted to leave the old face on what is an old watch, it's part of it's history and character.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gerry McIvor I am gauging the feedback so far and I feel the only viable option is to continue and see how it looks at the end.

  • @ianmargetts4940
    @ianmargetts4940 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    MB go for re lume, it’s looks old n crusty like it is. Could you use some silicone spray on dial?

  • @jakelewis3d
    @jakelewis3d 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've heard, ( but not tried), that baby oil is used on faded black dials as it helps to restore the deep color.
    Not sure how it would work out on this dial.

  • @phillipmaciver3226
    @phillipmaciver3226 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks fine as is, you removed plenty of grime with the Rodico as it now looks 100% better.

  • @nunomendes2484
    @nunomendes2484 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think you should try to relume the indices.
    Take them of the dial, give them a good scrub, relume and put them back on the dial.

  • @robertmduckworth6566
    @robertmduckworth6566 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dial looks fine and I would not go to the trouble of re-luming the indices. Were it here and mine, I might try spraying the dial with a matt finish plasticizer we have called Krylon. The idea of dial dots to hold the chapter ring on is spot on. On some Seikos, I fold them in half and place them on the movement holder to avoid getting them in the way of the motion works. Great work!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      HI Bob. Thanks. Dial dots I will try first possibly but the issue might be that they lift it up too high. It is supposed to be sitting flat on the dial. if it does not look right then I will be forced to use some glue GS Hypo probably as you can be very precise with the application. I would be more inclined to glue from the back where the feet would have gone. Just line the holes with a small amount that way its not going to ooze out and make a mess.

    • @robertmduckworth6566
      @robertmduckworth6566 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches GS Hypo cement is a very good idea. I like that better than dial dots.

  • @bjcundiff8623
    @bjcundiff8623 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I personally think that since you are doing the giveaway out of the goodness of your own heart, and you are the one putting in the time to get this watch back up and running, that you can decide to do whatever you think would work best. I know if i was the winner of the watch i would just be ecstatic that i had won and wear it however it is. So whatever direction you go with i would be good with. But i know im new to this group and have only recently gotten into watches so it is ok to take my suggestion with a grain of salt. Lol.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What a great and thoughtful comment. Agreed that in reality it is my decision what I do with it. dial relume is possibly hours of work.

  • @user-pz8zt2xq2k
    @user-pz8zt2xq2k 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think, if the winner wont like this dial, he can replace it by himself. In my opinion, leave it as is. Great job and the idea of video series about restoration of giveaway watch!

  • @dropj3
    @dropj3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a old video, but I've heard the last stage after rodico, could be done with clear car wax. Ever tried that?
    Great video btw. Helps alot. Very good that you've shown how fast a dial can be damaged

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have heard this too but unsure if I could clean it all off afterwards.

  • @stuartbaines2843
    @stuartbaines2843 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think i would try a small paint brush to try and brush away dust around Lum.
    Perhaps test some microcrystaline wax on dial surface ?
    Otherwise leave as is to show its age .

  • @michaelwells9730
    @michaelwells9730 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks great as is to me good patina quite acceptable. 😊

  • @villepyykko2948
    @villepyykko2948 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the wear of time! I would keep it as is, as long as it's cleaned 👍

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you.

    • @villepyykko2948
      @villepyykko2948 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches no problemo! Keep up the good work! 👊

  • @Louen_Leoncoeur
    @Louen_Leoncoeur 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've once cleaned a dial with a dillution of shampoo. In my opinion, shampoo is effective to remove dirt and fat, but save enough not to damage the lacquer..

  • @britishwatchcompany141
    @britishwatchcompany141 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    With which material you cleaned the dial

  • @a.aguilar
    @a.aguilar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Mike. The dial looks good to me, and honestly I'd let the indices as they are now, but it's just my opinion. I don't remember how the hands' lume is, if you really have to relume the hands then maybe you'll have to go with the indices too or they could look too different.

  • @glennpowell3444
    @glennpowell3444 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok as we speak I have just made one good electric motor out of two. Never throw anything away! But more on topic how does that much dust get into a watch if that's not too daft a question? When you finish this project its going to look like it left the factory yesterday! Superb! Cheers,Len.

    • @glennpowell3444
      @glennpowell3444 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh also reading comments ref.dial refinishing why not leave it as it is,finish the case up,the movement is now sweet and let the eventual recipient of a free watch decide to spend their own cash on it from that point on? Sound advice! Cheers.There will never be such a thing as a free lunch?

  • @malleymyster
    @malleymyster 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do they make a 24 hour field watch style dial for seikos? If so Im buying one asap!

  • @keithallanson7843
    @keithallanson7843 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Simon, great video series on the Seiko, can you advice me on a good set of screwdrivers please.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, my name is Mike. if your starting out either a small 4 piece set from Bergeon like these amzn.to/2SWSEN7 or goto Cousins and buy the set I use A&F for £50.00 www.cousinsuk.com/product/af-swiss-stainless-steel-9-pieces-rs

  • @yournway
    @yournway 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I agree that the indexes should stay as they are, albeit a bit cleaner, as per the stain, it is barely noticeable and you risk damaging the dial if you proceed with the cleaning.
    If you have another dial to test, it is quite simple to make a Shellac solution and try that as a laquer, and it usually sits on top of the previous layer very well.
    At least in wood it does, never tried it on a dial...
    BTW Sound improved, and loved the cuts ;)

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for your reply and of course your help with my sound issues. I need to play around more with the settings and make the final cut louder but hopefully the beginnings of better quality sound and video.

  • @adamgoitiaable
    @adamgoitiaable 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well Michael, you've got a dilemma....indeed. After all the work you put into it, it's a pity to refrain from going a step further and attempting to relume. Now, reluming and maintaining the character of this fine watch dial is the hardest part. At a certain point you were considering getting another dial... With that in mind I would have a go attempting to relume. It will be a good experience and for sure you'll do well (as usual 😉)...if not, you can always put another one on. Good luck whatever you decide!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Adam, thanks for your comment. Not sure on the relume of the dial right now . Its a lot of work and you have to commit 100%. I have not done many indices so I have a reluctance to do it on the giveaway watch. I might look through some of my donors though! thanks for watching and your support.

  • @Andrew-J316
    @Andrew-J316 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks fine the way it is when viewed normally. :)

  • @saevans63
    @saevans63 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The dial looks OK from just cleaning it with the Rodico. If you were to replace the dial then it wouldn’t have the patina of age so I would leave as is. I also wouldn’t bother with reapplying lume to the indices. Great job I’m looking forward to seeing the case restoration

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Steve I am inclined to agree with you.

  • @pixelflow
    @pixelflow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think a lot can be said just for a little bit of a soapy water rinse, as long as you dry it well afterwards. You should find some ones with messed up laquer and do experiments!

  • @birdsworld3371
    @birdsworld3371 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the cleaning material ?? Please

  • @ZafarKhan-qs5ry
    @ZafarKhan-qs5ry 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cleaning dial is always a challenge. What about distilled water, have you ever tried it? Instead of scratching with the tweezer tip, try to scratch it with the very sharp match stich dipped in water, wait for a while, repaeat and then scratch. Lets see what comes out. Am sure it will work. Fingers crossed.

  • @richardhudson3014
    @richardhudson3014 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Michael try to preserve the watch and it's history and I would be proud to win the watch and wear it as it is and keep up the great work that you always do!!!

  • @philippberndt
    @philippberndt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would wear a watch with that dial anyday over a brand new boring one, the watch has a history.

  • @waktosha7378
    @waktosha7378 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I say definitely relume the existing dial!!!

  • @nealefrancis3995
    @nealefrancis3995 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Go For It! its history refurbed!

  • @abitoffcenter
    @abitoffcenter 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Treat it as your own, It’s your watch until you choose the new owner. If you have a donor dial perhaps you could experiment with this one or leave it be. Personally I think it would be fun to have a well aged watch with a solid movement under the case.

  • @spidiq8
    @spidiq8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think that dial looks quite reasonable considering how bad it did look.
    I'd personally like to try re luming the indices but it could be tricky to do that neatly?

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am really on the fence with doing the indices. its go hard or go home situation. I really dont want to make it worse at this point.

    • @spidiq8
      @spidiq8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches It's an awkward one, considering it's a giveaway watch I'd be wary of messing up a relume for someone, but at the same time it's a learning curve AND someone is getting a free watch that's been serviced and restored with a video history.
      I say, go for it.
      I did my first dial relume yesterday having only done hands and there were a few clench moments but it looks OK I think.

  • @JonTheComputerDoctor
    @JonTheComputerDoctor 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would be tempted to use some spray waterbased lacquer.

  • @hamishspencer
    @hamishspencer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm sorry to see that mate. I hate that feeling. I can report similar bad experiences trying to clean dials with anything but rodico. Dial manufacture is a mysterious business and it's really hard to know what sort of paints and lacquers are on there and how they might react to liquids. To my way of thinking, the dial is the watch. Nowadays I avoid any watch with any imperfections whatsoever on the dial. I might miss out on some bargains but at least I avoid the heartache. I did see someone in the FB group who looked to be refinishing dials... somewhere in Europe IIRC.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hamish Spencer I know a few restorers of dials but then price will be at least £50 and more so restoring is not viable. As this is all out of my own pocket I just can’t justify that spend. My current thoughts are to soldier on and keep going with this. Dial is a knock back but it’s not so damaged you would not wear. My last giveaway had similar (not by my own hand) damage.
      In all the dials I have done Rodico and the odd bit of spit always worked well. On this occasion the fragility of that dusty dial was an oversight by me

  • @tonyfox1434
    @tonyfox1434 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You say you saved the logo to reattach, where did you find it? My Seiko 5 one has dissapeared and the watch has not been taken apart????? Did it slide in to the day date area?

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The seiko logo had fallen off and was found at the edge of the dial somewhere (cant quite remember as it was a year ago now)

  • @grengren2
    @grengren2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Should remove dust with a brush - that prevents any scratching. It won't in any way stick to the face and pull off any surface. And it gets into the tight corners where the indices attach to the dial.

  • @johnpinner1
    @johnpinner1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A replacement dial is in order. Will be very hard to locate one

  • @andreastevenson2173
    @andreastevenson2173 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mike, I would leave the lume on the dial as it is.

  • @Ammar.D
    @Ammar.D 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    looks great, you don't have to relume the batons the look fine it's an old watch and new lume would look out of place.
    I do want to see how to relume the batons though maybe another time ^_^

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ammar dalati thanks for your support. I may still do the hands. Dial indices are a lot of work

  • @IKucheINtortIE
    @IKucheINtortIE 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have you tried the babyoil once? I would imagine that it just collects dust but if there is no dust or dirt in the working environment and is handled and applied carefully i think it could actually make the dial look better. I will try this with some watches and will inform you on the result

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi I have not tried it. I would not want to put anything on a dial through worry it would make it worse.

  • @Rob_W
    @Rob_W 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The dial isn't too bad. But the indices should be relumed. That'll freshen up the looks for sure. Are they pegged so they can be removed?

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi they are pegged. I have never tried to remove them before. In part because when I have looked at some Siekos before close up under the scope I dont think they are made of steel or are plated. I really need something to practice on..... off to the junk box I go!

  • @amirbek9467
    @amirbek9467 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you know of any way to get a stain off an old 6309-7040 dial? I got an amazing dial but it has a stain above the water150 stamp and I tried rodico, won't come off. Thank you.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Short answer is no. Dials are not good to work on so I generally leave alone. It will be the lacquer that has marked most likely and this is why you can’t get rid of it.

    • @amirbek9467
      @amirbek9467 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches I see, thank you.

  • @MONTY-YTNOM
    @MONTY-YTNOM 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What was the outcome ?

  • @peternemeth7596
    @peternemeth7596 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about the SEIKO logo. Fist it was missing, than -while under the microscope- it was back again...
    What glue have you used for the logo?

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Peter Nemeth hello , sorry I did not film that part. It’s delicate work to line it up with the holes. No glue is used I would have used GS Hypo cement if needed and only under the dial however I placed it back in and it’s tight in the holes so no glue required

  • @olejohanpalsrud6896
    @olejohanpalsrud6896 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Personally I'd leave it as is, its part of the watches history, and its very hard to improve it without doing more damage.

  • @alainparent1337
    @alainparent1337 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd be happy to win it in any state. But now that you showed us the indices under microscope, they kinda grosse me out! :o)

  • @keviny4357
    @keviny4357 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Use it, it's great.

  • @tomdhuse2429
    @tomdhuse2429 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would go ahead and use the original dial the way it is it just shows it’s age in history .if you’re in the old watches that’s what it’s all about.

  • @omerfar
    @omerfar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please keep it as it is

  • @afungula1
    @afungula1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Michael I can really hear your disappointment and would like to offer a replacement or another project if you decide to use your dial. I live in Brisbane Australia and have a 6309-865L TH it has a blue dial that looks to be in good condition that I picked up in a bunch of watches. It is missing the crystal and is not running. I have to get rid of this one one way or another as it is quite humid here so only a matter of time till the dial rots and the movement rusts. I would be happy to post it over to you as my way of supporting a channel that I learn a lot from.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for this offer. It is certainly worth me considering this as an option. In an ideal world I would like to keep as much as possible original that way its a true reflection of its history. if too many parts are exchanged then in reality it is not original.

  • @cajetano2011
    @cajetano2011 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    use a wood toothpick for the hour markers, does not damage the hour markers when done gently. greetings from the Netherlands :D

  • @TheH75914
    @TheH75914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    how do you spell the plato like thing he is using to pull the dust off??

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The putty? Rodico

    • @TheH75914
      @TheH75914 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches Yes, thank you!

  • @jone492
    @jone492 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would leave it in that state. It's old watch and if there is some age visible that's ok to me.

  • @BIGFOOTWILLY
    @BIGFOOTWILLY 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow!! I just found your channel, and I love the idea of what your doing. The 24 hour dial is awesome!! I just got my Dad's turtle 6309-7049 back from a seiko repair guy I found on ebay. His watch is working great now. He was a US Navy Diver in the 70's and 80's, he went on to spend 30 years in the Navy! Both me and my Brother joined the US Navy in the 90's, following in his footsteps. The point is to this day we use military 24hour time. I have been looking for a bezel insert that is 24HR time like your dial is. No luck so far. Are you going to sell this watch you're fixing? I hope so!! Keep up the hard work!!! Turtles rule!!!

    • @BIGFOOTWILLY
      @BIGFOOTWILLY 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ok I've watched more videos, and I see that you are going to give the watch away! That's awesome, I want a 24hr watch. I'm currently looking for a 24hr bezel insert for my Dad's seiko 6309-7049, so this dial that is already 24hr is great for me. Keep up the great work!!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for your comment sir. nice story on the 6309. The turtle is highly collectable so keep hold of them. Really happy to hear you enjoyed my video.

  • @dineshjain6770
    @dineshjain6770 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Genius🧠🧠🧠🧠

  • @dodgydruid
    @dodgydruid 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you go down to a light lacquer route, you will have to find what the original used lest it reacts then ruins it all, a gentle coating of lacquer would really cover up some sins I am thinking but it is a vintage watch but you also don't want the lacquer degradation to carry on in the future where the paint starts flaking off. I think the ring hides a lot of sins and the dial doesn't look too bad, I suspect a shellac lacquer may have been used as it reacted to the acid in saliva maybe? Will you attempt to recolour the faded red on the outer ring? The batons you could quite easily affix lume strips readily available for all makes of watches, being pre-cut would take a lot of the aggro I am thinking :) If not they would look quite nice cleaned and polished and maybe affix lume dots at the ends to give some functionality at night.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have never tried to lacquer anything so I dont really intend to try on the giveaway dial now. Interesting that there is a possibility of doing this in the future. The chapter ring will stay as is.

  • @jeffgibons1540
    @jeffgibons1540 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    what are you talking about with rodico

  • @johnsmith-dm2tq
    @johnsmith-dm2tq 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    if this was my watch I would get some plastic tweezers and cut off a very small piece of magic eraser, if you don't know what that is it is a sponge with a super fine grit, possibly soft enough to not damage the lume but gritty enough to sand off the garbage layer. I have not cleaned a watch face or indices with this method myself but it seems like the right thing.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      interesting I have not heard of them. Opening Google up now!

  • @Mikes_momo
    @Mikes_momo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes the dial was slightly damaged but its vastly improved on its starting condition, I wouldn't worry about it

  • @maxlabarbera5797
    @maxlabarbera5797 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That dial “damage” is not too bad. I think the indices and faded outer ring are more of an issue at this stage. However if you’re going for the NOS look with a polished case and new crystal you probably needed to consider a new dial (and outer ring) anyway otherwise it might look out of place when the rest of the watch is in mint condition. Perhaps putting out an appeal to anyone who may have spares? If you’ve already replaced broken movement parts, replacing the dial and outer ring will not in anyway affect the integrity of this watch.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Max, finding a dial would be hard. luming the indices is equally a challenge as its all in or go home so if I mess it up.... cost, workload and time all play a part too. I have a watch in my collectino that I restored all but a really bad dial and its much worse than this one yet I like that look. I will decide what to do in the next episode I think.

  • @pirate2998
    @pirate2998 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    take wooden tip and srape it down, you can also add abbrasive paper to it

  • @ecleveland1
    @ecleveland1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mild soap and warm water should help clean the dial. Lacquer should not be affected by the mild soap and water solution. Use a very soft natural hair brush to gently help loosen the debris. You can use a fine ground screwdriver to gently chip away the old lume then make sure to clean it again if you did not remove the old lume first. A pointed wooden dowl can also be used if you think the fine ground screwdriver will be too harsh. The lume will simply crumble away with light pressure.

  • @Andrew.W75
    @Andrew.W75 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you use a hobby spray clear coat on the dial to firm up the lume & the laquer damage? I believe this it what Spencer Klein does. Other than that I would leave the dial as is, I think whoever receives the watch should be very grateful anyway considering the effort you've put in, cheers

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tip. everything is worth testing but I feel not on the giveaway watch. perhaps one of my many scrap pieces.

  • @davidwebb3253
    @davidwebb3253 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That dial is fine as it is & has some history & looks good. I think using the microscope is too critical, you would never look at that magnification normally. I think the indices could be cleaned of any loose lume with some pegwood, but they may look out of place if re-lumed. If you are going to re-lume the hands, its those that you actually look at in the dark, the indices are irrelevant actually. Good job.

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you David. nice comment sir. I am really not sure on the indices right now, hands I will do and you make a good point that its only them that we look at. Microscope helps to examine and yes can give the illusion of bad damage but also helps to clean some of the worst off easier. Thanks for watching.

    • @davidwebb3253
      @davidwebb3253 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MyRetroWatches Cheers Michael, always enjoy the videos, building up to servicing my Seiko diver .

  • @ryanlim5417
    @ryanlim5417 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think just clean up surrounding of the hour hands. It represents the age of the watch n personality.

  • @troynasello2085
    @troynasello2085 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think it looks great! I like that it looks a bit used & old & tattered. It shows the age & wisdom of the piece. If it looked brand new, it wouldn't look right. Great job! Leave it as is! It's clean and that's enough. Just put the Seiko badge on and call it a day! It's f@ckin' awesome! DO NOT USE A REPLACEMENT DIAL! YOU WOULD RUIN IT!

    • @MyRetroWatches
      @MyRetroWatches  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Troy. Your definitely right however I do plan to do a good job on the case. To replace the dial may have been an in the moment comment as to actually find one we could be waiting 6 months for a donor watch plus the price to pay for it! thanks for your support.

  • @mattobrien3346
    @mattobrien3346 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think you should relume the indices. Selfishly this is because I would like to enjoy watching you do it :)

  • @solstar4778
    @solstar4778 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who won?