My thanks to everyone! The 10K milestone was reached much more quickly than I ever anticipated. The giveaway winner will be announced on Sunday, March 24th. If you’d like to win, please make sure you subscribe to the channel and leave a comment on this video. The winner will most certainly enjoy this watch. It has been running nonstop for several days now and is running beautifully, averaging just a couple seconds per day.
You remind me of Wristwatch Revival, you have great potential! You know whats funny, never could afford an automatic seiko watch, here they are between 250-400 $, almost a sallary. But i was always fascinated about them, the movement, also, started my own jurney to repair watches. Some dream to have a Rolex, i just want a seiko. :D
Finally finished getting everything together and I'm officially starting my journey as a "watchmaker". I have a Seagull ST36 that I've been taking apart and putting back together. I have 2 Waltham 16s model 1908 wristwatch movements that have been disassembled and are ready to be cleaned. I plan to case these movements and giving them to my 2 sons as family heirlooms. Thank you, Adam, for giving me the confidence to jump into the wonderful world of watch repair!
@andyyoung3233 It kind of is 😆. I'm waiting for a 4th wheel to come in. So far, I've been loving it! I'm still trying to figure out how to use this Horia jeweling tool. I mean, I know what to do, but the balance jewels on this movement I have isn't shock protected, and I can't seem to get them out to replace them since the lower jewel is broken.
No stone left unturned on this movement , a touch of ocd ain't a bad thing when the results are this good , great results & to whoever is lucky enough to win it i'm sure will be over the moon , hats off to your generosity .
My wife and I love watching your videos. I myself started watchmaking as a hobby a year ago. Your channel has taught me a lot. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and journey.
As a beginner watch repairer I am in awe of your skills to detect and correct watch function problems ... amazing ... and thank you for sharing your videos and knowledge.
I’ve got a 72 Pogue as my birth year watch and when I got it I couldn’t believe how bad the bracelet was, rolled links very light and it jingled like Santa was coming soon. I bought an Uncle bracelet to replace it and it is an improvement but I wish I could get a nice properly weighted bracelet.
Thank you so much. I’m just pleased happy that people seem to enjoy the videos. It was honestly never about gaining a bunch of subscribers, and I do not make my living off of TH-cam, but people seem to enjoy them and I enjoy making them so it’s a nice hobby!
I have a 71 blue dial that I'm currently working on. After cleaning and starting the reassembly, I found that turning the screw on the ratchet wheel doesn't make the train turn, so I'm assuming I have a bad mainspring. So I think as of right now, I need to get a mainspring, new crystal, new gaskets, a new crown and stem, and a bracelet to put it. So I've gotta put a little into it, but I did get the case, dial, pushers, and what looks like a movement in mostly good shape for $75.
Among our talents is your voice. If I were searching for a voice for an ad, I'd be approaching you. Thank you for so many enjoyable moments of watching your skills.
an amazing repair of a legendary watch. those watches was so precious looking but now seiko just discontinued such watches as seiko 5 especially in India, its every disappointing.
Empecé a ver el video y lo encontré tan interesante que me suscribí ahora mismo voy al 60% y me entero del sorteo. Lo que me parece muy interesante es que no sólo es cambiar piezas dañadas sino reacondicionar el movimiento de tal manera que quede lo más ajustado posible sin que se amarre o friccione y así funcionar de una manera óptima. Bueno también vi muchos errores del compañero anterior que "le dió servicio". Salú2 desde Puebla México. PD. Hermoso quedó el reloj excelente trabajo
At the age of 64 I still posses every watch I have ever owned except for my "Water resist" pogue that was stolen when my car was broken into over the winter of 1978 / 1979. It was a great joy to see this one so lovingly brought back to life.
Good for us to see the identification & rectification of these problems to know what can go wrong through wear or poor adjustment as compensation for the extra unexpected repairs you had to perform. & love that yellow watch face.
Hi Adam, excellent revival on this watch! She's a looker. 👀 I love your attention to detail when it comes to how the pivots ride in the jewels. Your OCD makes the video a fantastic learning experience! 😁
Hey, Adam - been watching your channel for a while…Have to say how much I value your scrupulous honesty - and your OCD (being similarly afflicted, or blessed, depending on the circumstance!) You’ve been chronicling your learning process rigorously, and it’s a wonderful teacher. 👍
Your video came up on the Pogue Seiko. I have the same watch I bought back in the early 80's. I wore it during my 30 years in law enforcement and after all those years it stopped working after I retired. Too many fights during my career probably didn't help to its demise. Had about four bracelets replaced after the original failed. Also, I was curious if you could fix it for me and what would be a approximate cost. Thanks again for the great video! Gerry Lavigne Manchester NH PD, retired
My Dad used to have an omega speedmaster when I was a kid, he sold it during some difficult financial times to ensure we all got through it, though I can't afford a moonwatch, the Seiko pogue as a space watch has always been on my radar as a worthy replacement for my dad's lost speedmaster. If I win it'll go straight to my dad as thanks for all he has done for me and my mum. Lastly congrats on the 10K milestone, I can't remember exactly when I subscribed, but you've certainly been growing at an increasing speed, very much deserved. And I'm sure you'll soon be reaching 100K!
missed the 10k date/time but glad I discovered your channel today 27 march, now my second watch channel, and a good story teller as the other I have subscribed. love my 1969 vintage Seiko 6139-6000 Silver Pogue i recieved as a hand me down a couple of years ago that got me interested in these videos.
Thanks a bunch. I'm glad you found the channel. The Silver Pogue is one that I'm still looking for myself. They are much less common and look amazing! That is one heck of a hand-me-down. Congrats!
This was a very interesting video. Didn't know Seiko were as complicated as they were. You are my first watch subscription, and it was very informative. Thank you.
Beautiful old Seiko. You do excellent work and wish you all the best. I have an older Seiko that needs a GOOD cleaning = I need to reach out to you. And yes I’m an OSA member comrade 👍
Just came across your channel and I love delving into the watchmakers work, love to try but feel my hand is not steady enough these days , I wear a Rolex gmt master II but love Seiko movements as my daily driver , fascinates me how someone sits down with a blank piece of paper and says "right , let's design a watch movement " love your channel and style .
30:52 I really need to get myself a jeweling tool, so satisfying to see you take up that end shake!! I thought you could do it with a staking kit, but now I see why you need a specific jeweling tool.
I appreciate that. I was considering dropping it from the video. I didn't know if people really cared to see it, but I enjoyed putting it together. Thank you!
I have an original blue face Bruce Lee like you serviced a few months back for give-away. It’s in pretty good shape and still works, but needs some TLC. Can you direct me to someone that you would recommend to help me, or will you do it?
I’m not able to take on commissions at this time, but I’m working towards changing that in the future. I really appreciate you inquiring though. You might inquire with Klein Vintage Watches or The Seikologist so see if they are taking on new projects.
I'm really trying, haha! I used to over-oil, but it was pointed out to me that I needed to use a bit less, so I've been really trying to apply the proper amount of oil now. I'm glad you noticed!
Adam, your enthusiasm for your work shines through. Yo make your repairs seem effortless regardless of the time put in. I thoroughly enjoy watching and listening . I just wish I could complete a repair and service in the same manner. The growth of the channel is not a surprise but a testament to you. Well done.
I just recently found your channel and boy am I liking the content. Your camera work is great, I appreciate it must be very time consuming getting those kinds of shots. Kudos, keep up the good work, and I would sure like to win this Pogue, as I was always skeptical about them in the used market (and your video is a testament to why we should be very careful).
Wow what an awesome restauration. Also quite an ingenious movement I think with that vertical clutch. Always a tough call whether or not to place a new dial and hands or not. But in the end it's also jewelry, so I think the new dial and hands are the right choice. For me at least. Others might think different 🙂. I like how careful you are in working on the movement, not making scratches etc (like the ones before you did...) I think the 6139 and 6138 era is my favorite Seiko era/series. Their design is just very avant garde. Bright colours, interesting/crazy patterns etc. I think nowadays the higher end seiko's (like their mechanical chronographs and Grand Seiko), their design is either a bit too conservative (Grand Seiko) or a bit gimicky (Seiko Brightz)
There are some difference with the new dial (I know not genuine) and the original dial: - Original, under Seiko logo only written "Automatic" - Seiko logo have sharper corners, aftermarket one is rounded - Water 70m "RESIST" - The "m" on the original is in lower-case - Under center hole 17J - Day/date window corners angles are higher - Bottom second window have a silvery frame - Between 4 and 5, the number is 6009 T on original, new one: 6030T - Between 7 and 8, original font is smaller - The new one has a bigger triangular notch at 3 o'clock - The dial color on original is more on orange side and a bit darker (maybe caused by aging)
I love your tutorial videos, it teminds me of younger years I was around 10 years of tender age and without tools, deprived still and admiring all the tools you got and wished that I had. Anyway it wad very satisfying to watch a watch being restored back to life. That every surgery you did to a watch sets you apart from surgeon who usually have a live patient that ends up dead while you start with a dead watch that goes back to life... cheers ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Great video, I will certainly utilise some of this content as a reference for future servicing.....thanks for your expertise, time, and videography...👏👏👏
It goes to show you that however many watches you work on every one of them will have their own unique challenges. Great work on bringing this one back to life Adam.
i've inherited 4 seiko bracelets... but no seiko in sight :) I stil have a watch survive my "servicing", but this weekend i've straighten (recurved?) my first hairspring and it's good (from far, but far from good); went from a butterfly shape to a +- 200+ secs a day snowstorm (9.9 beat error). It was either repair it or replace it, now I get to do both :D. Thanks for making this look easy for all us naives out there.
Viton was Duponts trade name for FKM. FKM is the ASTM designation for fluoroelastomers. I am not sure if that is what Seiko used but most companies will use the ASTM designation. Then there are several different grades of flouroelastomers. Which Dupont came up with there own designation for each. Viton A, Viton B, Viton GF, Ect..
Thank you. I’m not able to take on commissions at this time, but I’m working towards changing that in the future. I really appreciate you inquiring though.
Another classic, cheers Adam, your work is inspirational and to give us the opportunity to win the result of your workmanship and it being such an iconic Seiko…..is simply AMAZING…… and the add the fact there is a video of the work you’ve done, simply incredible.
Red, Blue, and Gold!?; you wouldn't think it stood a chance after that colour scheme, but you'd wrong. I had one of these back in the day and it was my pride and joy (mine was a bit later, 1977 I think it was). I've thought about trying to find one, but it seems there's a whole cottage-industry around making them from robbed and faked parts, often wrongly assembled. One of the best 1970's watches about. Nice to see what a fine job you made of this one.
Impressive how much detail and information you give while you service the watch. And giving this away speaks to your passion for your craft. Keep up the wonderful work. I'll keep following and watching. Thank you for educating us and letting us for your journey. ❤❤❤
Lovely watch! Many congrats on the 10k, you deserve it. I've had a go myself on a Sekonda (that way if I bent, broke lost bits it wouldn't matter!). Found working with a loupe or glasses gave me a headache and made me feel nauseous so will probably have to invest in a microscope if I want to continue in the hobby. The thought of rescuing 50's, 60's and 70's classics really appeals :) it's not the value of the watch it's the beauty that's important to me. No Rolex could replace the Pierce triple date my Dad left me when I was a kid in the 70's.
Vintage automatic Seiko chronograph? 40mm?! Yes, please, thank you so much 😅. Great job, and what a lovely piece. We might never see this combination of design elements from Seiko again. A true classic. 😊
Love this video. I used to think the pogue was hideous. Now I’m like “yeah I’d rock that.” I just took the balance complete of my ST36 off of the Main plate tonight and then reinstalled it successfully. First time for me. I’m taking baby steps but feel so satisfied with myself for stepping outside my comfort zone and taking the plunge. And it’s all thanks to channels like yours. Next step is to disassemble it further.
Glad to see you reach the 10k milestone!! Congratulations! I must have watched this video like 3 times so far. Absolutely love the Pogue. Excellent work my friend.
I'm watching this at 0347 GMT in the UK - according to my rather tired watch, a Tissot of about the same vintage, but in no way as interesting as this one! And wow, what a great video, and superb instructional step by step guide to a full restoration of one of these lovely vintage pieces. I've watched nearly all of your vids, but for me, this one stands out because it had a "little bit of everything". Except your trademark 'satisfying click' as you popped the mainspring back into the barrel! I know you don't do full case refurbishments, and I admire your honesty in keeping the vintage patina and original integrity of the watch. That said, this one has turned out stunningly, and whoever wins it will not only be lucky and proud to wear such a beautiful and iconic timepiece, but will posess an item that you've patiently, lovingly and expertly brought back to life. And it has a unique dial! Best greetings from Blighty!! And 👏 👏 👏 😊😊
Enjoyed watching this. I’ve watched one other watchmaker’s repair video. I’m amazed how similar you guys are and how amazing your work and explanations are! Thanks!
What a beautiful watch. I have a 6139 I want to service myself, and I'm using your videos to learn all I can to do that. Hope I won't also do a botch job :-). Also congratulations for the 10k subscribers. It's a small testament of the great content you provide to all us watch enthusiasts. Great work.
My thanks to everyone! The 10K milestone was reached much more quickly than I ever anticipated.
The giveaway winner will be announced on Sunday, March 24th.
If you’d like to win, please make sure you subscribe to the channel and leave a comment on this video.
The winner will most certainly enjoy this watch. It has been running nonstop for several days now and is running beautifully, averaging just a couple seconds per day.
You remind me of Wristwatch Revival, you have great potential! You know whats funny, never could afford an automatic seiko watch, here they are between 250-400 $, almost a sallary. But i was always fascinated about them, the movement, also, started my own jurney to repair watches. Some dream to have a Rolex, i just want a seiko. :D
Nicely done!
Beautiful work you do. They are very relaxing and interesting videos.
I got a watch like this for my 16th birthday back in 1976, wish I still had it. Wonderful job!
Great to watch thanks
Congratulations for 10 000 subscribers ! 👍
Great Vidéo and what a beauty !
Nicolas
I’m glad you restore seikos, they made and still make some of the finest watch.
I like the design of this 60's/70's mechanical watches. ❤
Greetings from France. I like you channel.
Finally finished getting everything together and I'm officially starting my journey as a "watchmaker". I have a Seagull ST36 that I've been taking apart and putting back together. I have 2 Waltham 16s model 1908 wristwatch movements that have been disassembled and are ready to be cleaned. I plan to case these movements and giving them to my 2 sons as family heirlooms. Thank you, Adam, for giving me the confidence to jump into the wonderful world of watch repair!
That is awesome! Thanks so much for the kind words, and I look forward to hearing about your progress!
I'm leaving a comment on this video. ❤❤❤❤😂
Thats one gorgeous watch and I'm a long time subscriber too ❤❤❤❤
Nice mate, I'm learning and have a Tissot I'm very excited to start on just waiting for parts This watchmaking just seems one long wait for parts lol
@andyyoung3233 It kind of is 😆. I'm waiting for a 4th wheel to come in. So far, I've been loving it! I'm still trying to figure out how to use this Horia jeweling tool. I mean, I know what to do, but the balance jewels on this movement I have isn't shock protected, and I can't seem to get them out to replace them since the lower jewel is broken.
You know what for someone who is self taught excent content and she is a beauty you just moved into the second favorite watch making Chanel
Thanks so much.
Any Seiko repair is a good day. Beautiful watch
As a fan of watches and anything space related I’m a big fan of the story behind this watch. Thank you for bringing it back to life!
The '60's and 70's Seiko are just beautiful. Thank you Sir!
It is extremely generous of you to give away such a beautiful watch. I hope your channel continues to grow well beyond 10,000!
No stone left unturned on this movement , a touch of ocd ain't a bad thing when the results are this good , great results & to whoever is lucky enough to win it i'm sure will be over the moon , hats off to your generosity .
Beautiful Pogue. I’d love to add it to my collection. Great video. Thanks, Adam!
My wife and I love watching your videos. I myself started watchmaking as a hobby a year ago. Your channel has taught me a lot. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and journey.
Wow, thank you!
You are the David Attenborough of watches.
Haha!
As a beginner watch repairer I am in awe of your skills to detect and correct watch function problems ... amazing ... and thank you for sharing your videos and knowledge.
I’ve got a 72 Pogue as my birth year watch and when I got it I couldn’t believe how bad the bracelet was, rolled links very light and it jingled like Santa was coming soon. I bought an Uncle bracelet to replace it and it is an improvement but I wish I could get a nice properly weighted bracelet.
Congratulations on approaching 10k subscribers! Hopefully, your numbers will continue to grow -- you deserve it!!! 🤗🤗🤗
Thank you so much. I’m just pleased happy that people seem to enjoy the videos. It was honestly never about gaining a bunch of subscribers, and I do not make my living off of TH-cam, but people seem to enjoy them and I enjoy making them so it’s a nice hobby!
Great work! I lust over the idea of trying my hand at repair but I don’t have the nerve or patience for it. So keep the videos coming for my sake 😂
I JUST WANT TO SAY. I LOVE WATCHES. You make it fun.
I appreciate that, thank you very much.
I have a 71 blue dial that I'm currently working on. After cleaning and starting the reassembly, I found that turning the screw on the ratchet wheel doesn't make the train turn, so I'm assuming I have a bad mainspring. So I think as of right now, I need to get a mainspring, new crystal, new gaskets, a new crown and stem, and a bracelet to put it. So I've gotta put a little into it, but I did get the case, dial, pushers, and what looks like a movement in mostly good shape for $75.
It's Friday, belly is full, opened up a cold beer and started watching this video. Life's good.
Oh Adam, I love your videos. I love your comments and the way you manage any challenge of repairing or restauring watches. Keep going
Among our talents is your voice. If I were searching for a voice for an ad, I'd be approaching you. Thank you for so many enjoyable moments of watching your skills.
Wow, thank you!
an amazing repair of a legendary watch. those watches was so precious looking but now seiko just discontinued such watches as seiko 5 especially in India, its every disappointing.
Empecé a ver el video y lo encontré tan interesante que me suscribí ahora mismo voy al 60% y me entero del sorteo. Lo que me parece muy interesante es que no sólo es cambiar piezas dañadas sino reacondicionar el movimiento de tal manera que quede lo más ajustado posible sin que se amarre o friccione y así funcionar de una manera óptima. Bueno también vi muchos errores del compañero anterior que "le dió servicio".
Salú2 desde Puebla México.
PD. Hermoso quedó el reloj excelente trabajo
Ive just recently gotten a Seiko and always admired the brand but felt it was a little too expensive in the past.
Stunning watch. Stunning.
Please know that my comment was showing twice on my end, but I only commented once. Congrats to the winner!
The word, "Pogue" means something quite different in the US Military.
Indeed it does. I always wondered how much flack Colonel Pogue caught caught for that during his time in the Air Force.
Great Job. I love to see you bring these great watches back to life. Keep it up!
At the age of 64 I still posses every watch I have ever owned except for my "Water resist" pogue that was stolen when my car was broken into over the winter of 1978 / 1979. It was a great joy to see this one so lovingly brought back to life.
Good for us to see the identification & rectification of these problems to know what can go wrong through wear or poor adjustment as compensation for the extra unexpected repairs you had to perform.
& love that yellow watch face.
Glad you enjoyed the video.
Awesome watch mate that and the willard great video sir
Andy
I understand the craze behind vintage Seiko models, my father used to say Seiko watches are the working mans Rolex, strong and reliable
Love a true Pogue ...Thanks for the video!
Hi Adam, excellent revival on this watch! She's a looker. 👀 I love your attention to detail when it comes to how the pivots ride in the jewels. Your OCD makes the video a fantastic learning experience! 😁
Thanks Mike. I appreciate it!
Hey, Adam - been watching your channel for a while…Have to say how much I value your scrupulous honesty - and your OCD (being similarly afflicted, or blessed, depending on the circumstance!) You’ve been chronicling your learning process rigorously, and it’s a wonderful teacher. 👍
I appreciate that very much, thank you.
Your video came up on the Pogue Seiko. I have the same watch I bought back in the early 80's. I wore it during my 30 years in law enforcement and after all those years it stopped working after I retired. Too many fights during my career probably didn't help to its demise. Had about four bracelets replaced after the original failed. Also, I was curious if you could fix it for me and what would be a approximate cost. Thanks again for the great video!
Gerry Lavigne
Manchester NH PD, retired
I’m not able to take on commissions at this time, but I’m working towards changing that in the future. I really appreciate you inquiring though.
My Dad used to have an omega speedmaster when I was a kid, he sold it during some difficult financial times to ensure we all got through it, though I can't afford a moonwatch, the Seiko pogue as a space watch has always been on my radar as a worthy replacement for my dad's lost speedmaster. If I win it'll go straight to my dad as thanks for all he has done for me and my mum. Lastly congrats on the 10K milestone, I can't remember exactly when I subscribed, but you've certainly been growing at an increasing speed, very much deserved. And I'm sure you'll soon be reaching 100K!
Thanks for sharing that. Best of luck in the giveaway.
missed the 10k date/time but glad I discovered your channel today 27 march, now my second watch channel, and a good story teller as the other I have subscribed. love my 1969 vintage Seiko 6139-6000 Silver Pogue i recieved as a hand me down a couple of years ago that got me interested in these videos.
Thanks a bunch. I'm glad you found the channel. The Silver Pogue is one that I'm still looking for myself. They are much less common and look amazing! That is one heck of a hand-me-down. Congrats!
This dial when aged is truly fire. Only gets better over the 50 years
What a beautiful piece! Just love that dial!
This was a very interesting video. Didn't know Seiko were as complicated as they were. You are my first watch subscription, and it was very informative. Thank you.
Thank you very much.
Beautiful old Seiko. You do excellent work and wish you all the best. I have an older Seiko that needs a GOOD cleaning = I need to reach out to you. And yes I’m an OSA member comrade 👍
That’s awesome, thanks for watching. Cool shout-out to OSA!
One of my all time favorite watches.
Just came across your channel and I love delving into the watchmakers work, love to try but feel my hand is not steady enough these days , I wear a Rolex gmt master II but love Seiko movements as my daily driver , fascinates me how someone sits down with a blank piece of paper and says "right , let's design a watch movement " love your channel and style .
Thanks a bunch. The engineering in those watch movements is fascinating for sure.
Heh - that was me noting the single-tweezer Diashock spring a few months back. Now I watch every time if you're going to be so bold again...
Haha!
Love seeing these classic timepieces getting the care they deserve, thanks for showing them!
30:52 I really need to get myself a jeweling tool, so satisfying to see you take up that end shake!!
I thought you could do it with a staking kit, but now I see why you need a specific jeweling tool.
It’s a great tool.
Iam jealous of your cleaning machine, I am not far in to my watch making journey, but these videos make me push to be better each watch.
That's great, thank you.
Awesome video.
Turned out great.
I just found ur channel and subscribed
Thank you very much.
What a beautiful watch. Have you ever tried the ceramic tweezers? I use them and they don't scratch metal either. They tend to last longer than brass.
I just got my first pair a few days ago and will be trying them out soon.
As a 70's child, I love 70's watch aesthetics, especially Seiko's. Love your work, your honesty, and no nonsense approach. Happy 10k subscribers. 👍
I also wanted to mention that I am taking the Mark Lovick courses you mentioned. Good classes.
They are. He does a great job.
Congrats on 10k, Love the videos. Would love to see another bellmatic video.
I’ll put it on the list, thank you.
Stunning watch. I really enjoyed seeing all the jewel work. The new dial was a good decision.
Thanks a bunch.
Shameless comment for Pogue giveaway.
Shameless comment acknowledged. Giveaway entry confirmed.
Followed you here from OSA, congrats on the 10K!
Awesome! Thank you!
Your intro is one of the best! Really enjoy watching your videos.
I appreciate that. I was considering dropping it from the video. I didn't know if people really cared to see it, but I enjoyed putting it together. Thank you!
Wow!! 10k! Incredible... Bravo.
Thanks.
I like the jewel upgrades.
I really enjoyed this video, keep up the great work.
Thanks so much. I really appreciate it.
I have an original blue face Bruce Lee like you serviced a few months back for give-away. It’s in pretty good shape and still works, but needs some TLC. Can you direct me to someone that you would recommend to help me, or will you do it?
I’m not able to take on commissions at this time, but I’m working towards changing that in the future. I really appreciate you inquiring though. You might inquire with Klein Vintage Watches or The Seikologist so see if they are taking on new projects.
Thanks for the info!
if I win this watch I will become a wizard and kill voltermort
Haha
I really admire your oiling. Absolutely spot on.
I'm really trying, haha! I used to over-oil, but it was pointed out to me that I needed to use a bit less, so I've been really trying to apply the proper amount of oil now. I'm glad you noticed!
Good luck, everybody.
I love that vintage Pogue. That dial is timeless.
Adam, your enthusiasm for your work shines through. Yo make your repairs seem effortless regardless of the time put in. I thoroughly enjoy watching and listening . I just wish I could complete a repair and service in the same manner. The growth of the channel is not a surprise but a testament to you. Well done.
as the owner of an early "Pogue" I really enjoyed the video, thanks and regards, Geoff from Merimbula Australia
I just recently found your channel and boy am I liking the content. Your camera work is great, I appreciate it must be very time consuming getting those kinds of shots. Kudos, keep up the good work, and I would sure like to win this Pogue, as I was always skeptical about them in the used market (and your video is a testament to why we should be very careful).
I LOVE IT. GREAT CHANEL
I love it when someone takes the time and effort to give a vintage seiko a new life.
Wow what an awesome restauration. Also quite an ingenious movement I think with that vertical clutch.
Always a tough call whether or not to place a new dial and hands or not.
But in the end it's also jewelry, so I think the new dial and hands are the right choice. For me at least. Others might think different 🙂.
I like how careful you are in working on the movement, not making scratches etc (like the ones before you did...)
I think the 6139 and 6138 era is my favorite Seiko era/series. Their design is just very avant garde. Bright colours, interesting/crazy patterns etc. I think nowadays the higher end seiko's (like their mechanical chronographs and Grand Seiko), their design is either a bit too conservative (Grand Seiko) or a bit gimicky (Seiko Brightz)
Love your channel that watch will look awesome on my son
That would be fantastic! Best of luck in the giveaway.
There are some difference with the new dial (I know not genuine) and the original dial:
- Original, under Seiko logo only written "Automatic"
- Seiko logo have sharper corners, aftermarket one is rounded
- Water 70m "RESIST"
- The "m" on the original is in lower-case
- Under center hole 17J
- Day/date window corners angles are higher
- Bottom second window have a silvery frame
- Between 4 and 5, the number is 6009 T on original, new one: 6030T
- Between 7 and 8, original font is smaller
- The new one has a bigger triangular notch at 3 o'clock
- The dial color on original is more on orange side and a bit darker (maybe caused by aging)
Congratulations ! Very very good job, SEIKO Pogue very nice iconic watches !
Beautiful Seiko , complicated movement. Very informative breakdown and rebuild.
I love your tutorial videos, it teminds me of younger years I was around 10 years of tender age and without tools, deprived still and admiring all the tools you got and wished that I had. Anyway it wad very satisfying to watch a watch being restored back to life. That every surgery you did to a watch sets you apart from surgeon who usually have a live patient that ends up dead while you start with a dead watch that goes back to life... cheers
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Great video, I will certainly utilise some of this content as a reference for future servicing.....thanks for your expertise, time, and videography...👏👏👏
Thank you for your always instructive and entertaining videos 😊
Congratulations with your 10k subscribers 🎉
It goes to show you that however many watches you work on every one of them will have their own unique challenges. Great work on bringing this one back to life Adam.
Congratulations on 10K! Much deserved. Love your videos and learn so much while following along. Thank you so much.
i've inherited 4 seiko bracelets... but no seiko in sight :) I stil have a watch survive my "servicing", but this weekend i've straighten (recurved?) my first hairspring and it's good (from far, but far from good); went from a butterfly shape to a +- 200+ secs a day snowstorm (9.9 beat error). It was either repair it or replace it, now I get to do both :D. Thanks for making this look easy for all us naives out there.
Viton was Duponts trade name for FKM. FKM is the ASTM designation for fluoroelastomers. I am not sure if that is what Seiko used but most companies will use the ASTM designation. Then there are several different grades of flouroelastomers. Which Dupont came up with there own designation for each. Viton A, Viton B, Viton GF, Ect..
Love watching your shows wondering if you do members watches
Thank you. I’m not able to take on commissions at this time, but I’m working towards changing that in the future. I really appreciate you inquiring though.
Thank you very much if you change your mind I have a brightling 42 mm gold watch
Wish I had known about this giveaway!! Thanks for your content!! Had a 1970"s Seiko!!
"True" Pogue or not, it's still a beautiful 1970s watch, and you did a wonderful job restoring this complicated watch. Thanks.
Another classic, cheers Adam, your work is inspirational and to give us the opportunity to win the result of your workmanship and it being such an iconic Seiko…..is simply AMAZING…… and the add the fact there is a video of the work you’ve done, simply incredible.
Red, Blue, and Gold!?; you wouldn't think it stood a chance after that colour scheme, but you'd wrong.
I had one of these back in the day and it was my pride and joy (mine was a bit later, 1977 I think it was).
I've thought about trying to find one, but it seems there's a whole cottage-industry around making them from robbed and faked parts, often wrongly assembled.
One of the best 1970's watches about. Nice to see what a fine job you made of this one.
I appreciate all the valuable information you provide on servicing this 6139 and all other movements. Thank you sir.
Congrats on 10k and excellent work bringing back this vintage beauty! This was definitely a can of worms when you got it. Love my Seiko watches.
Impressive how much detail and information you give while you service the watch. And giving this away speaks to your passion for your craft. Keep up the wonderful work. I'll keep following and watching. Thank you for educating us and letting us for your journey. ❤❤❤
Lovely watch! Many congrats on the 10k, you deserve it. I've had a go myself on a Sekonda (that way if I bent, broke lost bits it wouldn't matter!). Found working with a loupe or glasses gave me a headache and made me feel nauseous so will probably have to invest in a microscope if I want to continue in the hobby. The thought of rescuing 50's, 60's and 70's classics really appeals :) it's not the value of the watch it's the beauty that's important to me. No Rolex could replace the Pierce triple date my Dad left me when I was a kid in the 70's.
Vintage automatic Seiko chronograph? 40mm?! Yes, please, thank you so much 😅. Great job, and what a lovely piece. We might never see this combination of design elements from Seiko again. A true classic. 😊
Fantastic job as always! Always a joy watch you work.
Thanks a bunch.
Very beautiful watch and work done on it 👌👌
P.S Congratulations on 10k! Keep up the great work
Love this video. I used to think the pogue was hideous. Now I’m like “yeah I’d rock that.”
I just took the balance complete of my ST36 off of the Main plate tonight and then reinstalled it successfully. First time for me. I’m taking baby steps but feel so satisfied with myself for stepping outside my comfort zone and taking the plunge. And it’s all thanks to channels like yours. Next step is to disassemble it further.
Glad to see you reach the 10k milestone!! Congratulations!
I must have watched this video like 3 times so far. Absolutely love the Pogue. Excellent work my friend.
I'm watching this at 0347 GMT in the UK - according to my rather tired watch, a Tissot of about the same vintage, but in no way as interesting as this one! And wow, what a great video, and superb instructional step by step guide to a full restoration of one of these lovely vintage pieces. I've watched nearly all of your vids, but for me, this one stands out because it had a "little bit of everything". Except your trademark 'satisfying click' as you popped the mainspring back into the barrel! I know you don't do full case refurbishments, and I admire your honesty in keeping the vintage patina and original integrity of the watch. That said, this one has turned out stunningly, and whoever wins it will not only be lucky and proud to wear such a beautiful and iconic timepiece, but will posess an item that you've patiently, lovingly and expertly brought back to life. And it has a unique dial! Best greetings from Blighty!! And 👏 👏 👏 😊😊
Enjoyed watching this. I’ve watched one other watchmaker’s repair video. I’m amazed how similar you guys are and how amazing your work and explanations are! Thanks!
What a beautiful watch. I have a 6139 I want to service myself, and I'm using your videos to learn all I can to do that. Hope I won't also do a botch job :-). Also congratulations for the 10k subscribers. It's a small testament of the great content you provide to all us watch enthusiasts. Great work.