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
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.
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 .
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.
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.
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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! 😁
Watching this from my hospital bed, after I smashed my elbow in a cycling accident. Recently I did 4 6138B’s for a friend of mine. 3 bullheads and a Kakume. I had the service manual, but your video’s were a TREMENDOUS help with the assembly and troubleshooting 🙏❤️ thanks a 1.000.000
Very nice work, as always, Adam! I love that we're finding these old Seikos, breathing some new life into them, and then sending them out into the world again.
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'm a relative newby to watch making, but find it fascinating. Its channels like this that inspired me to take on this hobby and can't get enough. This video is great by the way.
Wow! I never had so much fun watching a watch repair video. I also enjoy the pace as I really learn and remember a lot, and it makes the viewing so much more enjoyable compared to most similar channels. I will be back, soon looking forward to the next one.👍
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. 😊
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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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.
When a watch repair video in full movie length got your audience glued to the screen, you can be sure, you have done everything right. As always, this video is informative (sometimes educational) as it is entertaining. Congratulations to the 10k milestone, imho it is well deserved.
Great fix on the slop in the side shake in the barrel and arbor using the 1x4 wood block! love when someone “macguyvers” a procedure! Right up my alley!
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. ❤❤❤
After having several technical/craftsman careers in my 58 years, (Electronic repair, automotive technician, professional photography…) you have fueled my fire for watch repair!!!! I have recently accumulated a dozen or so 1970s Seikos in various states of running/appearance! And of course about 800$ of used and new tools! My wife has no idea of this process, but every few weeks she spots a super cool vintage Seiko- with a super cool vintage dial on my wrist and says WOW that’s cool! It’s good for one’s marriage, yes?
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!
I've been watching your videos for some time, however I never noticed I wasn't a subscriber. This is now fixed! Your no-nonsense approach and the quality of your work and filming is very much appreciated, keep it up!
Congratulations on reaching 10 thousand subscribers its richly deserved.So interesting and informative every single video you post is essential viewing,thankyou for all your hard work 👍
Greetings. As a boy, I'd love to take watches my dad found apart. Now, as an adult, I can learn what all those parts are from watching your videos. Thank you .
Many years ago I began repairing cuckoo clocks as I have always been fascinated by clocks. Recently I inherited several mechanical wrist watches and pocket watches from my parents and have been able to take them apart, clean, and oil, and to my amazement they begin keeping time after decades of idleness. That is an amazing feeling. I’m falling in love with wristwatches and I am a little scared I will become a hopeless collector. I owe all of this to watching videos of yours on how to precisely handle the delicate mechanisms. You challenge me, but I’m learning so much. Thank you
I used to own an identical watch, that was lost during a serious motorcycle accident in September 1978 and I spent the next couple of months in hospital where I celebrated my 21st birthday so was captivated by your video.Thanks. Kevin .
Thank you very much. This one was a lot more of a project than I had anticipated, but I love those vintage Seiko's too much to not do it to the best of my ability. I'm really glad you enjoyed it.
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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
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.
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.
Love a true Pogue ...Thanks for the video!
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 😂
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.
I like the jewel upgrades.
Any Seiko repair is a good day. Beautiful watch
Congrats on 10k, Love the videos. Would love to see another bellmatic video.
I’ll put it on the list, thank you.
The '60's and 70's Seiko are just beautiful. Thank you Sir!
Great Job. I love to see you bring these great watches back to life. Keep it up!
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 .
One of my all time favorite watches.
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.
Oh Adam, I love your videos. I love your comments and the way you manage any challenge of repairing or restauring watches. Keep going
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.
You are the David Attenborough of watches.
Haha!
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!
Good luck, everybody.
It's Friday, belly is full, opened up a cold beer and started watching this video. Life's good.
Stunning watch. Stunning.
Please know that my comment was showing twice on my end, but I only commented once. Congrats to the winner!
I JUST WANT TO SAY. I LOVE WATCHES. You make it fun.
I appreciate that, thank you very much.
I love it when someone takes the time and effort to give a vintage seiko a new life.
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!
Beautiful Pogue. I’d love to add it to my collection. Great video. Thanks, Adam!
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!
Yeah! You did it! And did You do a great job!
Congratulations!
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!
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.
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.
I like the design of this 60's/70's mechanical watches. ❤
Greetings from France. I like you channel.
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.
This dial when aged is truly fire. Only gets better over the 50 years
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!
"True" Pogue or not, it's still a beautiful 1970s watch, and you did a wonderful job restoring this complicated watch. Thanks.
Stunning, honest work with integrity. A privilege. I am self-taught in range of nonsense. Thank you.
Thanks a bunch.
Watching this from my hospital bed, after I smashed my elbow in a cycling accident. Recently I did 4 6138B’s for a friend of mine. 3 bullheads and a Kakume. I had the service manual, but your video’s were a TREMENDOUS help with the assembly and troubleshooting 🙏❤️ thanks a 1.000.000
Thanks a bunch! I'm glad you found them helpful. I hope you have a quick recovery.
I really like the old Seikos, they are real synonymous with quality
Very nice work, as always, Adam! I love that we're finding these old Seikos, breathing some new life into them, and then sending them out into the world again.
Thanks Matt. I couldn't agree more.
Congratulations on 10K subscribers! What a great repair and giveaway to mark the milestone.
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!
I understand the craze behind vintage Seiko models, my father used to say Seiko watches are the working mans Rolex, strong and reliable
Superb! Again. Humour, skill and humility… another great show.
I'm a relative newby to watch making, but find it fascinating. Its channels like this that inspired me to take on this hobby and can't get enough. This video is great by the way.
It is extremely generous of you to give away such a beautiful watch. I hope your channel continues to grow well beyond 10,000!
Excellent restoration. What a beautiful watch. Not only do I want that watch, but that watch wants ME!
Wow!! 10k! Incredible... Bravo.
Thanks.
Wonderful work calling for great organizational skills. It is rather miraculous that these machines were created.
What a great terrific restoration . Your skill and meticulous attention to every detail is absolutely wonderful to behold!
Wow! I never had so much fun watching a watch repair video. I also enjoy the pace as I really learn and remember a lot, and it makes the viewing so much more enjoyable compared to most similar channels. I will be back, soon looking forward to the next one.👍
Congratulations ! Very very good job, SEIKO Pogue very nice iconic watches !
This video is exceptional for me. The way you repaired everything rather than just replace with most impressive. Thank you very much!
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. 😊
I really like the older Seiko's, and I love your channel 👍
I think this is absolutely therapeutic, I love watching your videos .
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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Absolutely killer work on this piece, after all the trouble, the results speak for themselves!
I appreciate all the valuable information you provide on servicing this 6139 and all other movements. Thank you sir.
I'm a huge fan of a yellow dial watch. What a great piece. I love watching your vids. Thanks for sharing.
Congrats on reaching 10k subscribers Adam. A well deserved accomplishment and just the tip of the iceberg for this incredible channel. 👍👍
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.
When a watch repair video in full movie length got your audience glued to the screen, you can be sure, you have done everything right.
As always, this video is informative (sometimes educational) as it is entertaining.
Congratulations to the 10k milestone, imho it is well deserved.
Thank you very much.
I also wanted to mention that I am taking the Mark Lovick courses you mentioned. Good classes.
They are. He does a great job.
Great fix on the slop in the side shake in the barrel and arbor using the 1x4 wood block! love when someone “macguyvers” a procedure! Right up my alley!
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. ❤❤❤
After having several technical/craftsman careers in my 58 years, (Electronic repair, automotive technician, professional photography…) you have fueled my fire for watch repair!!!! I have recently accumulated a dozen or so 1970s Seikos in various states of running/appearance! And of course about 800$ of used and new tools! My wife has no idea of this process, but every few weeks she spots a super cool vintage Seiko- with a super cool vintage dial on my wrist and says WOW that’s cool! It’s good for one’s marriage, yes?
That's fantastic! As far as if it's good for one's marriage, I'll refrain from any further comment, haha!
What a beautiful restoration 😁. Thank you for the hard work my friend. 👍👍👍👍
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!
Great Watch. Always admired a Pogue and all it stands for.
Lovely
A fascinating restoration of a classic design. Thank you for sharing your skilled work, truly a labour of love.
I am actually hypnotised by that dial, you opened it up and I had to grasp my air. Love ❤️ the watch.
I love watching every single one of your Seiko Chronograph videos. You, sir, are a true inspiration to me in my watchmaking journey!
Great piece, great work. Thank you for the video and the opportunity.
I've been watching your videos for some time, however I never noticed I wasn't a subscriber. This is now fixed!
Your no-nonsense approach and the quality of your work and filming is very much appreciated, keep it up!
Just a quick reminder on a parts and tools guide to give us a little head start and some confidence we are getting legit stuff on our own projects.
Wow! Some proper watchmaking skillz! Nice to see some repairs one normally won't see on other watch-channels! Thanks for sharing. =)
I cannot get enough of watch restoration! Great cinematography and shots.
Adam, good job as always. You earned it on this one. I am glad your channel is growing so well.
Congratulations on reaching 10 thousand subscribers its richly deserved.So interesting and informative every single video you post is essential viewing,thankyou for all your hard work 👍
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.
Mesmerising. The professional pride involved is fantastic.
I’m a huge fan of space and watches so naturally I love this story
I love that vintage Pogue. That dial is timeless.
Love seeing these classic timepieces getting the care they deserve, thanks for showing them!
Awesome piece of work! Seiko 6139 Pogue is one of my favorite watch. Keep up the good work. 😎👍
The videos are very interesting and educational...and the gift is exactly what a collector who is passionate about watches needs. 😊
Greetings. As a boy, I'd love to take watches my dad found apart. Now, as an adult, I can learn what all those parts are from watching your videos. Thank you .
I thoroughly enjoy watching you work on these watches. I learn allot too! Thank you!
This watch is so iconic. Thank you for sharing these videos and giving away this grail.
Loving this channel, I flick between here and Marshal's channel, and you both are the best stress-relievers I know of.
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.
Beautiful job. My grandfather had a similar watch years ago. Nice to see it restored to its former glory.
I think you greatly improved this watch and whoever wins it will be very happy to wear it for many years to come.
Many years ago I began repairing cuckoo clocks as I have always been fascinated by clocks. Recently I inherited several mechanical wrist watches and pocket watches from my parents and have been able to take them apart, clean, and oil, and to my amazement they begin keeping time after decades of idleness. That is an amazing feeling. I’m falling in love with wristwatches and I am a little scared I will become a hopeless collector. I owe all of this to watching videos of yours on how to precisely handle the delicate mechanisms. You challenge me, but I’m learning so much. Thank you
We love watching your channel. That's a beautiful Pogue watch very elegant. It's amazing how still your hands are while restoring these masterpieces
First time watcher. I watch wrist watch revival all the time. But he doesn't do manySeiko watches. And it's wut I have a lot of . Nice to see.
I used to own an identical watch, that was lost during a serious motorcycle accident in September 1978 and I spent the next couple of months in hospital where I celebrated my 21st birthday so was captivated by your video.Thanks. Kevin .
Your editing skills are next level and sets you apart from other channels. Loving the magnification, pauses and rewinds!!
Thank you!
Fantastic work as always, your commitment to doing right by this Pogue does you credit.
Thank you very much. This one was a lot more of a project than I had anticipated, but I love those vintage Seiko's too much to not do it to the best of my ability. I'm really glad you enjoyed it.