Challenging Restoration on this Jaeger Vintage Chronograph

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  • @JOHNAPRIL123
    @JOHNAPRIL123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Those blued steel hands are magical. Chapeau !

  • @edwardcasati3374
    @edwardcasati3374 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The most amazing part of the video is the end of the reassembly, without any parts left over on the bench.

  • @carloscarvalhido2424
    @carloscarvalhido2424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent restoration. I have really enjoyed.

  • @giancarlobordoni8671
    @giancarlobordoni8671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I like watches because I'm always marvelous about this precise and tiny mechanisms. I think people that project and produce this mechanisms are the best in the mechanical field. I can't imagine how they arrive to this complex mechanisms in a very small space

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And what is very impressive is that they developed it and produced it at a time where the technology was nothing compare to today

    • @giancarlobordoni8671
      @giancarlobordoni8671 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FrenchWatchCollector agree. Impressive!

  • @hogis1961
    @hogis1961 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I agree its a wonderful patina on this watch, what a gem! Wonderful work on the balance, nice to see!

  • @petercampbell3828
    @petercampbell3828 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Runout is the English word to describe the wobble of the wheel.
    Excellent work on the balance!

  • @propete
    @propete 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wonderfully shot video and very informative excellent work. I like watches because you can take something broken that is many years old and be the first person to see it ticking in decades and think about the joy it has bought people over the years.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I can confirm that the feeling is very nice when you fix a watch

  • @antonioferreira2996
    @antonioferreira2996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing restoration... A shame how the Chronograph was before, but in the end, amazing.

  • @gregcapella5941
    @gregcapella5941 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    GREAT VIDEO ,,, I like the history and workmanship of old watches

  • @MrDerynryan
    @MrDerynryan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love how watches represent the past the present and the future ❤

  • @steppoify
    @steppoify 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing watch! Your balance work was like open-heart surgery!! Job well done!!

  • @walther9161
    @walther9161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful work and instruction! Thanks for posting

  • @jacekolender1139
    @jacekolender1139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video. I love watches as an expression of the day, mood, feeling. Great work on this one, I'm sure it will work on many days.

  • @jeff8341
    @jeff8341 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Superbe restoration, un grand bravo. Je m'abonne direct =)

  • @rossjackson3670
    @rossjackson3670 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Always enjoyable. Sensible commentary and good explanations. I have a watch with the same movement. I really want to do a service. However, it will be 2 years before I feel comfortable enough. Softly, softly is my learning curve. Why do I like watches? Seen this video? This is why.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am sure you will get there Ross. If you have any questions or if I can help don’t hesitate

  • @hobbyoverload
    @hobbyoverload 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    And again some beautiful work! I agree on not "doing up" the dial, it oozes character like this!

  • @richardarseneault1602
    @richardarseneault1602 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    With today's smartphone accessories (smartwatches), it never ceases to amaze me when one has a closer look at the engineering involved with a mechanical chronograph. What a lovely timepiece.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is the opposite of a smartwatch. Crazy the evolution

  • @professorredfox
    @professorredfox 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That chrono had so many problems! But it has to be so rewarding to get it going again

  • @mariohrvatska4351
    @mariohrvatska4351 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love your videos because of your pasion,your are not a proffesional watchmaker but still you do very great job,excellent camera work also,thank you!

  • @davidfernandez5446
    @davidfernandez5446 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing Job. The work you did whith the balance blow my mind up. Congrats. D.

  • @Zairn12345
    @Zairn12345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like that we are always learning something about watches. They never cease to show us something.

  • @oscarleedefur
    @oscarleedefur 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I can't even conceive of the kind of genius that created this.

  • @nickolaashavenga1585
    @nickolaashavenga1585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got my first watch in 1984, my dad gave me a Lanco, think I was 12 years old. Still have it, running after all these years. Used to go to sleep with the tick tick sound and always knew that it was something special. Not only the gift but the "thinking behind it, little wonder on my arm.
    Love your videos, takes me back to when I was young.

  • @TheDelightfulCrafter
    @TheDelightfulCrafter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just a beautiful watch…. I prefer skeletonized watches, as to me, the movement is a beautiful piece of art…. Love your work.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I love skeletonized watch too. It is a shame that in older watches the movement was not exposed

  • @andrejantic8479
    @andrejantic8479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful piece!

  • @guettoucheyannis8213
    @guettoucheyannis8213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beau travail, chapeau ! 👏🏼

  • @VentciNaidenov
    @VentciNaidenov ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Each mechanical watch starting from the simple pocket one to the chronograph are like a piece of art. I am fascinated by the precise engineering and simple beauty.

  • @antsfur
    @antsfur 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good watchmaker you are, and lovely made movement parts which all together makes a superb watch. Thanks for sharing and making this video. I hope to enter you watch give away competition, thanks

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Tony. If you subscribed and like the video you are in

  • @sonik954
    @sonik954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The ingenuity of these old chronographs is amazing!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So true especially when you imagine it was made in the 40’s

    • @ELMIN99999
      @ELMIN99999 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ❤Əla

  • @florinslx
    @florinslx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Watches tell time , also time is priceless. That’s what I like about watches.

  • @alanmckinnon6791
    @alanmckinnon6791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As soon as those blued hands were revealed I knew this one was going to be good, and I was not disappointed. I have an obsessive love of these old 1940's chronos!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love as well vintage chronograph. Blue hands are so nice and it is a shame that we don’t see them as much as before on modern pieces

  • @francispalmer9737
    @francispalmer9737 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was a lot of work but it helps having all those beautiful tools. Another great job French. Cheers.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is a passion that requires a lot of tools for sure. Thank you for the nice comment

  • @paulsteele6120
    @paulsteele6120 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Tremendous, well done and how lucky to be able to obtain spares for this model. Took a Jaeger 7 jewel car clock out of my brothers 1938 Fiat 500 Topolino in the early '60's. My father showed me how it all worked, unfortunately, the (pre shock proof) escapement pintles had failed and it gave correct time twice a day! However I do remember how well it was made.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is a tricky part with vintage pieces. My goal will be to have machines that I can use to manufacture parts in case I couldn’t find one

  • @KillerByte666
    @KillerByte666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Impressive job on the balance wheel !! Well done Mate !
    As always, a great of pleasure to watch your restoration : educative and enjoyable ;) Thank you so much !!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the nice comment

    • @KillerByte666
      @KillerByte666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FrenchWatchCollector You really deserve it !! It is all about your skills ;)

  • @Niak38240
    @Niak38240 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice work, just some advices you can remove the brown/ black stains on plate and bridges with brasso or silvo and a smooth toothbrush then a deep clean to remove it. And I use to put the base movement on timegrapher to be sure if there something wrong at the end that is not the base movement but the complication.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tip. I put the movement on the timegrapher after assembling the base movement. I just don’t show it in the video. I will try the product next time

  • @-timetowatch1110
    @-timetowatch1110 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Un régal tes vidéos, en tant que "viewer" on se rends pas toujours compte du temps que prends le cadrage, le montage ect donc bravo

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Je confirme qu’il est plus difficile de travailler sur une montre que l’on film et cela prend pas mal de temps

    • @-timetowatch1110
      @-timetowatch1110 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FrenchWatchCollector Possible d'avoir la ref de ton outil à 39:03 ? Merci

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@-timetowatch1110 bergeon 7971

    • @-timetowatch1110
      @-timetowatch1110 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FrenchWatchCollector rapide ahah merci bien

  • @alpetterson9452
    @alpetterson9452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for all the info about the balace assembly especially. Im not a watchmaker but i lobe the detail. And a nice looking watch too.

  • @martijndewet2661
    @martijndewet2661 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing work! Love the detailed commentary!

  • @1965cajun
    @1965cajun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am an amateur watch repairman and love to old vintage stuff.

  • @DocWat280
    @DocWat280 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very very nice. What a lot of work went into this one, and the payoff had to feel extremely rewarding. That is such a nice size chronograph. I think I would a keep it too😆. This video is the reason I love watches....new orr old.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was very rewarding and this is why I love this hobby. The feeling you get with a watch is so great

  • @lukaslindemann1028
    @lukaslindemann1028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man, this is just insane! I just startet, tinkering with movements a little bit, but this is really admirable to see. This is what unites the nations in your comment section!

  • @markadlaon1717
    @markadlaon1717 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The classic bluehands on that jaeger is such a beautyyyyyyy

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Blue hands are always nice

    • @markadlaon1717
      @markadlaon1717 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FrenchWatchCollector how long it took you to be an expert in watch repairing? Did you get into a swiss watch school to achieve this sophisticated level?

  • @deancase8951
    @deancase8951 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My goodness, nice rebuild of the balance. I love the moment when the watch comes to life. Another beautiful complication.

  • @frankcabrera734
    @frankcabrera734 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    what i love about watches is? that I'm winning the longines .

  • @clm_watchmaking
    @clm_watchmaking 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful work as always! Blued hands are my favourite. I will blue some myself one day on one of my projects.

  • @karma247ajm
    @karma247ajm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job, well done 👍

  • @ericdouglas9804
    @ericdouglas9804 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Excellent restore. I admire how you have continued to expand both in the projects and acquisition of the tools required. Now since you are going to add it to your collection it’s time to acquire a screw polisher and give it a little extra love 👍👍

    • @antsfur
      @antsfur 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, what's a screw polisher? If there is one i would like to buy one, thanks

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You are so right Eric. I want to buy a book on finishing technique and learn more about it

  • @marcbink5370
    @marcbink5370 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nicely done! subscription added. Finally, someone who has rebuilt a vintage chrono on TH-cam; - you made it look easy. Always been terrified of getting the chrono parts confused and the screws all mixed up. I'm gaining confidence by watching and will be doing them soon too. But I needed to watch it being done first; - thank you very much!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Marc. You need to put back the screws on the main plate after being disassembled. Like this they cannot get mixed

  • @WhiskyLima
    @WhiskyLima 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful watch! I personally love the engineering, skill and thought that goes into putting a watch together. In particular with older watches, it amazes me that even without power tools back in the early days, they were able to create accurate, delicate wheels, pinions a springs that all come together to create a small piece of history that, with care and maintenance, can be passed down through the generations. Art and Engineering working together perfectly, all while the wearer has probably never seen the inside where the magic and fantastic craftsmanship takes place! Really enjoy watching your repair videos, keep up the good work!

  • @ca5kgr
    @ca5kgr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I really like the chronographs and especially how you explain, great explanations for the non- professional

  • @BlackGoldKnights
    @BlackGoldKnights 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am always amazed at the skill and craftsmanship that watchmakers had so long ago. Great video!

  • @deegxpert
    @deegxpert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very professional restauration, glad we share the same hobby, having and servicing a factory of moving little parts on our wrist. Hope to see more videos from you

  • @zonablazer
    @zonablazer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another quality video. It's a beautiful chrono. One of the things I like the most about watches is the intricacy and detail of each small part. To think that someone at some point in time created something that will run forever if taken care of is amazing.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. It is the beauty of a good mechanical system. If maintained properly it can go forever

  • @nzieses
    @nzieses 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video. I love the little marvel of engineering that watches are. Amazing that people used to make every part by hand.

  • @alaindrolet_atlt_2019
    @alaindrolet_atlt_2019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cette restauration est vraiment top ! Le travail avec la balance est genial et bien réussi, c’est excellent pour un hobbyiste !! 😊 et le lecture du timegrapher est vraiment super ! Bravo 👏

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Merci Alain. Je suis assez fier de cette petite montre

    • @alaindrolet_atlt_2019
      @alaindrolet_atlt_2019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FrenchWatchCollector C’est toujours tres satisfaisant de porter une montre qu’on a soi même restaurer ! ✨👌

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alaindrolet_atlt_2019 c’est vrai. On a un feeling complètement différent qu’avec une montre achetée dans le commerce

  • @danieljohnson4919
    @danieljohnson4919 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another of the many restorations I have enjoyed on your channel. Would like to see case and dial restoration as well. I love the patina when work is done on case and dial more than when just cleaned. Keep up the good work!

  • @tonyandlisab
    @tonyandlisab 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantasic restore especilly with the time and effort to arrange the new balance staff. I have said it before and will say it again, I am always amazed the tools were available in the 40's to create such small, complex and detailed parts - the minute screws are perfectly defined, I am at a lost to work out how they did it.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is very impressive when you put it back in this period. I agree

  • @SkyBlue-le7cd
    @SkyBlue-le7cd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely beautiful dial and movement. Many thanks, as always.

  • @mariokonrad105
    @mariokonrad105 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for making this very informative restoration video. It has many useful tips, and I will definitely be watching it again. Please keep making more!

  • @heartstarter07
    @heartstarter07 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love how a vintage watch is put together! Great work Sir!

  • @jazzydog1869
    @jazzydog1869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have just discovered this channel passing from l'atelier du calibre. Wonderful watches. Perfect videos. Thanks...

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much. They are the same videos but in english and in french. The difference is that the english channel is a bit ahead of the french one with the videos

  • @boydsargeant7496
    @boydsargeant7496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, lovely job, wow, so many issues! I love everything about watches! Collecting and restoring! And watching videos like yours to help me do better!

  • @lucalucernini1473
    @lucalucernini1473 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's always great to see a watch restoration, I will absolutely share your videos so your channel can continue to grow

  • @paulsinnott4422
    @paulsinnott4422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great craftsmanship on that balance!

  • @davidgamble5277
    @davidgamble5277 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I trained as a Goldsmith in London back in the early 80's, so I understand and appreciate the precision involved in watch and clock making. I will keep watching your channel and hope to learn as much as I can from you and others doing the same as you. Have you ever considered teaming up with other watchmakers on TH-cam to deliver together online training courses? Perhaps there is money to be made in such an endeavour. Just a thought! Have a very pleasant evening!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your support. You are training might be an idea

  • @endy_fx
    @endy_fx ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work on the balance staff. I love vintage watches because of the artistry of their manufacturing. They're little works of art which you can wear.

  • @BaxterZone
    @BaxterZone 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I find watch movements to be so beautiful.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree 100%

    • @BaxterZone
      @BaxterZone 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FrenchWatchCollector also, not to detract from your beautiful work. Thank you for sharing the beauty hidden within these little gems. What is the most complicated movement you have ever worked on, and what brand of watch was the movement in?

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BaxterZone probably the caliber 1040 from omega in Mark III. A lot of complications and parts

    • @BaxterZone
      @BaxterZone 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FrenchWatchCollector Thank you

  • @aymericsimon9156
    @aymericsimon9156 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Merci pour ces vidéos. C'est très instructif. Je recherchais quelque chose pour le changement de l'axe de balancier. C'est trouvé 👍

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Merci bien pour le commentaire. Je pense qu'il y'a des vidéos meilleures que la mienne mais si vous avez des questions n'hésitez surtout pas

  • @boissons999
    @boissons999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful piece 😮

  • @Uhatrolet
    @Uhatrolet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    a dream watch that until now I haven't had....good job man👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️

  • @WristwatchMedic1953
    @WristwatchMedic1953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great job on a good looking watch. Thank you

  • @DaveMGmovies
    @DaveMGmovies 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your commentary and artistry. Very enjoyable. I like watches because of the romance of the story they tell -- even if you don't know the precise detail. Sharing the journey with the timepiece is something special which can be handed on when you've had your turn.

  • @brucebarlow6604
    @brucebarlow6604 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Perfect another great restoration. Keep well from New Zealand 🇳🇿

  • @hervegabet
    @hervegabet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A really really beautyfull watch

  • @boydsargeant7496
    @boydsargeant7496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video! I’ve always loved watches to collect, all types. However over the years I’ve learnt to service and restore as you have and in must say I now have more appreciation for watches and more love of the manufacture of vintage watches and restoring them!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Always a special feeling to wear a watch that you restored yourself

  • @bobbydaqueen
    @bobbydaqueen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very well done. I really would like to do an old lecoultre project as well, but it is extremely hard to find good objects for restauration in my budget lately. I love about watches, that even after 100 years, with the right touch, a good mechanical watch can come back to life and work just like it has when it was produced. you don't find that in many things anymore.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So true. Be patient and I am sure you will find great projects

  • @ygrbooks
    @ygrbooks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video on a great watch: thank you so much.

  • @TreyLin
    @TreyLin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    looking forward to your next video, really enjoy this.

  • @cool66990
    @cool66990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this is such a beautiful movement 😍

  • @stefanonobile7761
    @stefanonobile7761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Complimenti signor orologiaio barbuto video molto interessante e ben fatto 👍👍👍

  • @tiburonski
    @tiburonski 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow that was really a Masterclass in watchmaking! Thanks for sharing your skills and experience. The watch has a lot of character and it was good saving it, repairing it. I found it interesting to see a UG movement in the watchmakers-watchmaker-watch…😅 I wonder how long that project took you and I guess the more one works on a watch the stronger is the emotional binding, right? Really great watch and great taste…I have a similar Landeron chronograph 😊

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much for this very nice comment. It took me a month to restore this watch but what take time is looking for the parts and waiting to receive them. You are that you probably develop something special with a difficult project that comes out great

  • @davidgamble5277
    @davidgamble5277 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been passionate about watches and clocks since as far back as I can remember. Watching your channel is very inspiring and makes me want to repair/service and restore watches myself. I am from Ireland. Unfortunately we don't have training courses here where you can learn watchmaking. However, watching your channel deepens my aspiration to learn all the various techniques involved. I hope one day I will be able to do what you do. Keep up the good work! Sincerely, David

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you David. I am sure you will be able to work on watches. If you have any questions just let me know

  • @valentindorigny6242
    @valentindorigny6242 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a nice watch !

  • @soundmindtv2911
    @soundmindtv2911 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the detailed explanation on changing a balance staff! I appreciate you doing it without the added special tool. I have one sitting here waiting to be done and have been putting it off because I don't have the special tool that fits into the staking tool, but now I see I can do it without that. The only thing I don't have is the one tool you used to check trueness, but I think I can makeshift something for that. Much appreciated!!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. It is important to check the balance wheel is flat and perfectly balanced. Your watch will run but the accuracy will not be great

    • @soundmindtv2911
      @soundmindtv2911 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FrenchWatchCollector ok, thanks! I do have a double-jeweled pivot polishing tool. I think I could set it up in that, and check true. But hey, we are tool junkies, right? Always room for one more tool, so maybe I'll just order that one like you have 😂

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@soundmindtv2911 always more tools. This is what I love too

  • @georgesseguy3772
    @georgesseguy3772 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chouette montre et beau mouvement ( pour moi) un oncle ( tjrs en vie) en porte une en or depuis très longtemps, lui ai déjà réparé les oreilles 2 ou 3 fois et mon pote lui rhabillage quelques fois avec les années ( l'avantage d'être p'us tout jeune....) merci pour vos vidéos et merci pour me faire travailler mon anglais... 👍

  • @frodriguezpc
    @frodriguezpc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This one was more challenging than usual! Love to see your watchmaking skill growing as you produce more videos.. already waiting for the next watch!

  • @valmonta3647
    @valmonta3647 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely !!!

  • @markvella152
    @markvella152 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done and lovely watch, was worth the restoration. They do not do such quality movements anymore.

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. Today movements are for sure different after it is true that I love vintage movements

  • @carlosalvarez9521
    @carlosalvarez9521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice chronograph have the same problem with one pocket watch and I need the impulse jewels and the staff, also I learning a lot thank you.

  • @Vintage_Pocket_Watch
    @Vintage_Pocket_Watch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really great job... Fingers crossed.

  • @tjitskevisser8591
    @tjitskevisser8591 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful

  • @melsmith5145
    @melsmith5145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wristwatches combine, artistry, design, mechanical precision and functionality- at their most elaborate state they are also jewelry. For me they are also a personal statement - the „robots“ of present have their individuality with smart watches - mechanical watches say everything about the type of person the wearer is.

  • @gandelin73
    @gandelin73 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very nice restoration 👍 which was far from easy! I just bought my first tools and your videos will be of a great help for my future repair. I find it always amazing to bring old objects back to life. Thumbs up for this beautiful chrono and wish you reach the 10k 👌

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the support. Good luck with starting this hobby. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask

  • @AngusTuttle
    @AngusTuttle ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very enjoyable.

  • @cristobalosuna3106
    @cristobalosuna3106 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    très bon travail!

  • @SideWalkAstronomyNetherlands
    @SideWalkAstronomyNetherlands 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tres bien!

  • @rustydog1236
    @rustydog1236 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good work. Next you will be turning your own balance staff.

  • @boydsargeant7496
    @boydsargeant7496 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic job! Your tool collection is amazing! Did you have to buy new tools to fix this watch?

  • @AladinoDebert
    @AladinoDebert 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very much for listing the tools and oils you use. Super helpful for those of us starting or trying to start. With that in mind, of the five oils you mention on the list, which three would be considered thin, medium and grease? Thanks for any clarification!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      9010 thin, 9104 medium and 9501 thick

    • @AladinoDebert
      @AladinoDebert 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FrenchWatchCollector Thank you! And good luck with the game against Morocco today!

    • @FrenchWatchCollector
      @FrenchWatchCollector  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AladinoDebert thank you

  • @boydsargeant7496
    @boydsargeant7496 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely video. Congratulations on a great job with the movement, especially fitting the new balance staff! Did you buy a complete 2nd movement or did you buy all the parts separately! eBay parts, or what??