Restoration of a broken Longines Evidenza Swiss Automatic Watch - ETA 2895-2 Service

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  • This time I´m restoring a Longines Evidenza Automatic Watch.
    It´s powered by the Longines L615, a modified ETA 2895-2 automatic movement. It beats at 28800bph, the lift angle of the balance is at 51° and it has a power reserve of 42 hours.
    This model has a stunning "flinque-decor" on the dial, together with the blued steel hands this is definitly a watch to wear on those elegant dinners.
    The previous owner of the watch dropped it to the floor - the glass is broken and the case has some bumps.
    After polishing the case, the new glass can be glued in with UV-Adhesive.
    Some of the bumps on the case will retain visible but there is nothing I can do about that.
    Unfortunately those small glass fragments did find their way into the movement and stopped it from working.
    Those glass fragments are everywhere...
    I need to disassemble the whole movement, clean all the parts and re-assemble it with some fresh oil.
    After reassembling everything, this watch is in a fantastic beat (+1 second per day) again.
    I hope you liked this restoration, if so, like, comment and subscribe ;)
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  • @Rob954ever
    @Rob954ever 3 ปีที่แล้ว +605

    My father was a gear head. He would rebuild cars and sell them as a hobby. He had a passion for restoring old cars. He once told me that it wasn't work to him. It's how he unwound. It was therapy to him. When I was about 13 years old, I watched him meticulously take apart a carburetor. I was awe struck by the amount of parts ( springs,levers and so forth) that were in that thing. He took every piece apart, cleaned them and put it all together again. I'm 54 now and watching this video reminded me of my dad. It also left me awe struck again. Craftsman and craftsmanship like this is a rarer and rarer thing. When people like this man leave this Earth, it will be like a library burning down to ashes. Thank you for posting this video. You are a dying breed,sir.

    • @mfKr-cl4rl
      @mfKr-cl4rl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I understand your dad 100%. This is my way of healing my soul, too..

    • @TheAmitkumar2010
      @TheAmitkumar2010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      very well said.

    • @jondrew55
      @jondrew55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I also loved rebuilding carbs. Never quite knew what to do with the extra parts

    • @DanKoning777
      @DanKoning777 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jondrew55 // You start making a new line of watches; the *Carb-o-matic!*

    • @bruces12
      @bruces12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      My dad was a jet engine mechanic for 30 years in the Marine Corps. When he worked on our cars, it was amazing how detailed he was. The jets flew and the cars drove like they were brand new. I picked up some of his habits and am so thankful for him...that's why I love these videos, too.

  • @MH3GL
    @MH3GL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +248

    The most under-appreciated thing about these videos: They are completely visual. I cannot express how much I enjoy the fact that there is NO narration, but important information is still given.
    Nicely done 👍

    • @rickyribs8032
      @rickyribs8032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I absolutely agree. As much as I enjoy the content With speech on some TH-cam channels I have to say some people do like the sound of their own voice a bit too much I feel it can get in the way.
      This guys skill and knowledge speaks for itself.

    • @984francis
      @984francis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100% agree.

    • @siblej1
      @siblej1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agreed

    • @ericbadia5
      @ericbadia5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well. Some information is given but not everything. He doesn't tell what a high amplitude on the timegrapher means and so on. This guy is like God for watches like PLASMO - plastic models for scale modelism, but I think many more information could be given provided that many of us, i guess included you, have a huge interest on how a watch works and why and so on. But for what you said about the no talking video... this is just soooo relaxing dude! There's another guy out there called Nekkid Watchmaker who actually talks in his videos but still, given the fact that his voice is so calm and low, it's just so relaxing!

    • @kschneider8649
      @kschneider8649 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Some of us like the sounds of the work for ASMR purposes. 😁

  • @steamboy101
    @steamboy101 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I always enjoy the "silent" humor you put into your videos. Very clever and not so easy to pull off. Great work!

  • @farfromflaccid
    @farfromflaccid 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love LONGINES watches for their design and perfection! You miraculously recovered a broken watch! Everyone who likes Longines like me gives us a thumbs up

  • @gmanp8081
    @gmanp8081 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I do not know who this person is. I can’t stop watching these videos. I am so amazed on how this person can fix watches and even more amazed when the person takes all the screws, gears and everything else out of the watch and put it back together in no time.

  • @alexgor4141
    @alexgor4141 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    На работу этого Мастера можно смотреть бесконечно. Вы МАСТЕР!

    • @sorcer888
      @sorcer888 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      все верно сказал

  • @handsfacespace5239
    @handsfacespace5239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This is your best video yet. No music, some funny little moments and pure skill and expertise on display.

  • @andyv4836
    @andyv4836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very nice work. I would cherish that restored piece more than buying it brand new. Because the piece had a bit of history to it and you restored it to life.

  • @a1anisimov72
    @a1anisimov72 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Просто прекрасно. Глаз не оторвать от процесса работы. Великолепно. Мастеру уважение и лучших пожеланий.

    • @user-pi8vt7ut3n
      @user-pi8vt7ut3n ปีที่แล้ว

      ...не ролик, а залипалово!!!

  • @Steve.Budgen
    @Steve.Budgen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brought back to life , how you remember where everything goes back is astonishing to me. Well done sir 👍

  • @bobmclaughlin7276
    @bobmclaughlin7276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Big admiration here, you need 4 things... Knowledge, a very steady hand, good light, proper, quality tools... oh and another.... Large reserves of patience... I like old clocks, but my eyesight not good enough for this kind of precision work

  • @marekvollach7831
    @marekvollach7831 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What 💜♥️I love the best is your silence, your professional workmanship, closeup of the tools and especially…ESPECIALLYthe real noises of the wirk

  • @leemetcalfe9958
    @leemetcalfe9958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What a fine job you do.
    I'd love to see you restore my Omega Seamaster I have . The watch is about 62 years old and was given to me on my 21st birthday by my dad who bought it when was 18 in London.
    He is now 80 this year and he would love to see it new again!
    Keep up the videos cheers Lee

  • @fendushi
    @fendushi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    It hurts me to see that plastic spacer in such a fine looking watch

    • @AnalogueInTheUK
      @AnalogueInTheUK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Totally. A lame solution for such an engineering marvel.

    • @wakeup5998
      @wakeup5998 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I don't know nothing about watches, but I could imagine that plastic part was not chosen to save costs but to protect the clockwork from shocks and for being a great seperator between the ovalish outer and round inner parts.

    • @watsondna
      @watsondna 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@wakeup5998 you may be right on the buffering effect.

    • @PaulMoorhousehankooks
      @PaulMoorhousehankooks 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Plastic is the world's use ,and you see that in lots of watches, I keep wondering what alternative 🤔.

  • @krestovozdvizhenskiy
    @krestovozdvizhenskiy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This type of body was popular 15 to 20 years ago. I personnaly consider this one the best of them all

  • @terolaitanen
    @terolaitanen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best relaxation in the world is to watch somebody carefully disassembling a watch, restoring it and putting together again.

  • @juliannar9516
    @juliannar9516 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Сказать - ювелирная работа, ничего не сказать !!!!!!!
    Волшебство ❤️

  • @fleetburnersmedia8710
    @fleetburnersmedia8710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m honestly pretty new to watches and don’t understand much about how they work. But I get a great appreciation for the craftsmanship behind them from watching these videos. Well done.

  • @spiketrademark1099
    @spiketrademark1099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That glass was shattered worse than most childhood dreams.
    Very elegant piece, nice to see it restored to such detail.

  • @wademullis7377
    @wademullis7377 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A top quality restoration. One thing that's missing from the restoration videos is the history behind the watches being restored.

  • @DeathBomb669
    @DeathBomb669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Big fan of the silence with the signage. I declare it yours in the TH-cam watch community.👍

  • @paullambert7840
    @paullambert7840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My favorite new watch technology is the self-healing crystal. Simply amazing.😄

  • @Dr.Freeman_
    @Dr.Freeman_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ich verstehe nicht, dass man für dieses Video einen Daumen runter gibt.

  • @ahmetasl4898
    @ahmetasl4898 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I appreciate the way to rescue these old watches by giving them a new life chance. Recycling :-).

  • @onlyhuman1954
    @onlyhuman1954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just love watching these damaged yet intensely beautiful things brought back to perfect condition again. I am so in awe of your skill and knowledge... I honestly never knew there was so much beauty inside the case of a watch. And no irritating muzak to detract from the pleasure of watching you work. Bravo! 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @misterjib
    @misterjib 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very happy to have discovered this channel. I'm in awe of the skill and knowledge required to undertake these restoration and honestly never realised how complex the tiny inner workings on these watches are. Absolutely fantastic.

  • @tonylongo2654
    @tonylongo2654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No matter how stressful my day, I can always watch these videos and calm down...

  • @bruces12
    @bruces12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had to think about that strap for a minute but then realized it's rubber and water-proof. The old strap looks like it had seen some sweaty days and you did the owner a favor by giving him a strap that will last a lot longer than leather or fabric. Beautiful restoration...that damn glass got into everything!

  • @MrPleers
    @MrPleers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +153

    The strap would not have been my first choice. But the watch itself looks great again.

    • @andyv4836
      @andyv4836 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Agreed, I would have replaced with a leather strap.

    • @huijskes
      @huijskes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nooo. :P this new strap is soooo much more in line with the watch itself. Look at the hands, at the crown, etc. all these blue accents. that comes back in the strap. And the dial is white. Same as the stitching. Excellent choice. :P
      only thing i didnt like was that he did not repair the casing. All these dents could be polished out. Look at "the nekkid watchmaker" he can do it. Use sandpaper strips, etc. If it means new chrome .. he does that.. in a bath with chrome electrolyte and a machine, etc. It can be done.

    • @PacificoAyala321
      @PacificoAyala321 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@huijskes The design and the color of the strap are ok. The rubber for a watch like this it's garbage imo.

    • @PatricioGarcia1973
      @PatricioGarcia1973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@huijskes that will take away the originality of the case.

    • @butwait
      @butwait 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@huijskes it's like putting a piece of Lego in place of a diamond on a ring.

  • @Pulsonar
    @Pulsonar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a pleasure it is to hear nothing, but see everything. Beautiful high calibre repair work and video ...sometimes less is infinitely more.

  • @markrobbins1018
    @markrobbins1018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There are relatively few men in this world who have the ability to do such intricate workmanship, I certainly don't have the patience or the skill but I certainly have a great appreciation for those who do.

  • @me-cq7wv
    @me-cq7wv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You gave another watch the kiss of life for years to come. Great work. The strap compliments the face of the watch.

  • @warren64216
    @warren64216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Skilled craftsman indeed - a pleasure watching them work....humbles the rest of us.

  • @NA-sq1qs
    @NA-sq1qs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It must be so incredibly satisfying putting all the pieces back right were they belong

  • @AlbertoDiaz-pn2zf
    @AlbertoDiaz-pn2zf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Longines very good watch swiss watches the best quarz automatic good video good job

  • @sarath4778
    @sarath4778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No commentary but the best videos to watch. The black belt was good than the blue one, viewers opinion.

  • @chribm
    @chribm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love your work. I could only dream of having such a beautiful watch. Even in today's tech where we don't need watches, I still proudly wear one. I do have several, but not as nice as this one. I even have my father's bulova automatic that he had for 40+ years. I inherited it after he passed. I love watches like he did.

  • @jianpingmu6939
    @jianpingmu6939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That’s not only a watch
    restauration, it’s a love story!

  • @thisoldbelair
    @thisoldbelair 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful. Kind of amazing to see such a gorgeous ornate movement behind a solid case back. Shows real quality when the owner would never see it anyway.

  • @ignaciohenao4110
    @ignaciohenao4110 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It is wonderful to see an expert working on these small and beautiful machines. However, a short comment now and then would help some of us to understand what is happening and not happening in disassembling and assembling.

  • @NathanieI87
    @NathanieI87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I really like your work! My son (4 years) loves watches and clocks of all kinds since he was 1 1/2 years old. He even assembles and disassembles them. Your videos have an educational and inspiring character for him.
    Keep up the good work!
    Greetings from Germany!

    • @RedDeadRestoration
      @RedDeadRestoration  3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      The only watch I could have dismantled as a 4 year old was an hourglass 😁
      Gruß zurück aus Deutschland 😉

    • @NathanieI87
      @NathanieI87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@RedDeadRestoration vielen Dank für die Antwort :) ist ja verrückt! Natürlich macht er es noch nicht perfekt aber es ist erstaunlich mit welch einer Geduld er die Teile zusammensetzt. Er hat mittlerweile mehr Uhren als unser gesamter Haushalt. Ich musste mich mit der Materie erst einmal auseinandersetzen damit ich seine Begeisterung teilen und verstehen kann. Zu seinem 4. Geburtstag hab ich ihm letztes Jahr eine Reise nach Glashütte geschenkt. Dort durfte er bei Union hospitieren und bei A. L&S (hier allerdings nicht in den Werkräumen). Im Uhrenmuseum waren wir 2x. Mal schauen wie lange die Begeisterung anhält und wo die Reise so hingeht :)
      Vielen Dank nochmals für die tollen Videos!

    • @MrPetermc199
      @MrPetermc199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A future watchmaker...

  • @webvideofan
    @webvideofan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful movement. I was surprised to see a plastic movement retainer in a Longines, though! 12:14.
    Doesn’t make me feel so bad about some of my watches that have plastic retainers. 😆😉

  • @karenmanager1350
    @karenmanager1350 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    ...from a third story window, judging by that damage. No, but seriously, I've never been a tank watch guy, but this restoration has changed my mind. Beautiful!

  • @timschutte6924
    @timschutte6924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have this exact same "style " watch and leather band made by a different company.
    It's one of my favorite watches.
    You do good work.
    I could never get a complex piece of machinery back together like you do.
    My watch is in "brand new" condition though.
    Keep up the good work.
    That watch you repaired is a work of art.
    I will never buy another watch with a battery again. I have around 60 watches in my collection. Some are kept in my safe.

  • @swansong007
    @swansong007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You are a genius. I loved every second of this video. You are a great watch repairer. How you remember where all the bits go back makes my mind spin
    Thanks for sharing

  • @majorstorm9
    @majorstorm9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Legend has it, this man has never drank a cup of coffee in his life

    • @equim7363
      @equim7363 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No shaking hands?😁

    • @quimblyjones9767
      @quimblyjones9767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      6:20 look again Bucko!! He is zooming!

  • @donalif4758
    @donalif4758 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing.. The final result is trully astonishing. I collected watches, new and vintage and always admire people behind every watch-making. This video proves it, how such craftsmanship, passion and patience deserve admirations.

  • @jarradmann3357
    @jarradmann3357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enjoyed watching you work your magic. The Longines is a thing of beauty.

  • @boltaction_bob
    @boltaction_bob 3 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I aspire to be this professional with my passion one day

    • @atmosrepair
      @atmosrepair 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Go for it! No better time than now!

    • @chrisfer64
      @chrisfer64 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree with Curt's Clocks, follow your passion now, time goes way too fast and you can't get it back. Good Luck! Do It!!!

    • @chaveiromarinho
      @chaveiromarinho 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      O cara e muito bom

  • @leroyyoder3494
    @leroyyoder3494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I am not sure just how your channel ended up in my feed, but i am glad it did and am now subscribed. I find it oddly relaxing to watch the deconstruction/reconstruction process. Thank you for taking the time to produce this content. I also appreciate the neatness and orderliness of your workbench!

  • @jorgwustenhagen5548
    @jorgwustenhagen5548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Das ist pure Freude, zuzusehen. Ich möchte gern mal meine eigene Uhr zuschicken!

  • @adnankhalid5874
    @adnankhalid5874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You really are an Artist, Sir.
    I'll be thankful if you kept me as being your prentice, Sir.

  • @krqkan
    @krqkan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Beautiful watch, but boy, was I disappointed when I saw that plastic movement holder.

  • @mistermood4164
    @mistermood4164 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    That glass repair is impeccable lol

    • @user-zc2hp1vq3o
      @user-zc2hp1vq3o 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Нрнешзн

    • @londonoverground
      @londonoverground 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was a new glass

    • @rjrj4750
      @rjrj4750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@londonoverground
      I think Mister Wood knew that and was being ironic; hence the lol at the end of his post.🙄

    • @londonoverground
      @londonoverground 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rjrj4750 oh yeah.

    • @marekkozub8957
      @marekkozub8957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Magic :)

  • @yves3560
    @yves3560 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The dent in the case.... the DENT !!! When I look at your work I see a capable watch maker.. The dent however can be fixed, I believe it is worth the effort..

  • @Gabriel-Abdala
    @Gabriel-Abdala ปีที่แล้ว

    simply exotic, you show good taste on that invigorating electric blue watch band , relaxing enjoyable video.

  • @eruwinsudirman1660
    @eruwinsudirman1660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    These videos are so hypnotic! Such a pleasure to watch - so relaxing!

  • @anoshya
    @anoshya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s so calming watch this level of skill in today’s fast paced life..thanks

  • @looshotube
    @looshotube 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice renovation, I'm surprised to see so much plastic inside

  • @Just1Guy1000
    @Just1Guy1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think these style of watches have such a classic look.

  • @jatco84
    @jatco84 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nicely done restoration to that lovely Longines Automatic. A lot of glass fragments to clean out and servicing of the entire movement. Well done. Not too crazy about the strap choice...but great looking watch... Kudos

  • @marv.mon.9845
    @marv.mon.9845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love to tinker with stuff and these videos are relaxing for me! Aside from that, the repairs are always on point. Great job my friend

  • @Valleedbrume
    @Valleedbrume 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a master craftsman myself I really do appreciate your craft.Madd Skill as we say in SoCal.

    • @lazimbasha5190
      @lazimbasha5190 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Verygoodslimwatches.siwss.love.liprotect.my.lick.

  • @omererkutgurler3077
    @omererkutgurler3077 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That's a very good movement inside. Eta 2895-2 very good timekeeper.

  • @AnImEtV666
    @AnImEtV666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I guess I'm the only one that enjoys the music when he puts it back together in other videos. I always found his music picks to be calming.

  • @bowiewolfgang1088
    @bowiewolfgang1088 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I admire this kind people👍How amazingly doing this type of job for me its an Art👍I salute👏👏👏

  • @detcordxxxi
    @detcordxxxi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love my Longines Master Moonphase Automatic L2.909.4.78.3. Oustanding restoration!

  • @caseydunn842
    @caseydunn842 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool video. Thanks so much. Love the watch and the new strap looked great

  • @commeeche
    @commeeche 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Is it me or are watching these not only satisfying but relaxing as shit

    • @kayende6759
      @kayende6759 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes it is, indeed.

    • @andyv4836
      @andyv4836 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watch it with some classical music or relaxing music.

  • @swongilford
    @swongilford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wonder how long it took and how much it cost to repair this watch.
    It is beautiful work.
    I remember 50 years ago, there were many watch repairers who did this kind of work, taking watches apart and oiling the mechanism. They charged about 10-20 Hong Kong dollars (3-4 USD). Since the digital watches came about, one cannot find any more street watch repairers except for changing straps and batteries. It is a shame such delicate skills are now very rare.

  • @beakittelscherz5419
    @beakittelscherz5419 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Georgeous Watch ! Very well done !

  • @benerabilis
    @benerabilis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Das ist wirklich eine sehr vorbildliche Restauration. Mir gefällt, dass ein paar Dellen erhalten blieben und die Uhr so nicht überrestauriert wurde. Auch gut gefilmt und gut eingebundene Tips!

  • @wparo
    @wparo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Beautiful restoration. I am bit disappointed to see a plastic retainer inside this classy watch. Makes it look like a Q&Q.

    • @984francis
      @984francis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I find the poor concentricity of the balance more annoying.

    • @johnleonard905
      @johnleonard905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It made the watch look cheap

    • @michaelmoran2059
      @michaelmoran2059 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Give over 🙄

    • @koushikghar
      @koushikghar 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same thing I saw in an omega watch in another video here

    • @imbandito
      @imbandito 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it’s a conditioned technical choice: to reduce the overall weight of the watch

  • @bsimpson6204
    @bsimpson6204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Well done fixing that watch, it's a beauty.
    Least said about that strap the better eh (eeeek!)

  • @KerberoX83
    @KerberoX83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Que angustia da ver tantas piezas, tornillitos, joyas, etc, desde luego menuda paciencia tienes que tener para ser relojero. Adoro los relojes pero me agobia mucho ver estas labores, es una maravilla como actúa como si de un cirujano se tratase. Gran trabajo.

  • @c3vs241
    @c3vs241 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow so intricate work and a beautiful piece 👍💯

  • @redstone5149
    @redstone5149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Absolutely beautiful! Love the strap! A gorgeous timepiece 👍

  • @mackeydirk8643
    @mackeydirk8643 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Anyone else feel anxiety creeping in when he dissembled all the many little parts? I would have felt so overwhelmed putting it all back together.

    • @davidwilding
      @davidwilding 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      TOTAL anxiety and really overwhelmed I felt!

    • @p.9608
      @p.9608 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      U have never seen a chronograph nor a repeater, didn't you?

    • @chris-vn6sw
      @chris-vn6sw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Quite therapeutic..

    • @lorddiablo8575
      @lorddiablo8575 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you don't know well about automatic movement parts, don't ever try to dissemble it as it will be a HUGE pain in the XXX
      to put them back together ! !

    • @robinbeckford
      @robinbeckford 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @tponn Which he probably doesn't need - but I would!

  • @gfrank8058
    @gfrank8058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful watch, awesome restoration. GF1, 👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😎

  • @Atombender
    @Atombender 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think the blue strap goes well with the hands. Nicely done.

  • @boltaction_bob
    @boltaction_bob 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Truly a master of the craft however I do humbly disagree with the choice of band but I support you nevertheless

    • @artsohc
      @artsohc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I like it with the blue hands.

    • @fancytyme
      @fancytyme 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@artsohc I do like the blue, very Longines. Not that big of a fan of the texture, but as long as the person wearing it likes it...

  • @tunn3r
    @tunn3r 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Amazing work, as always!

  • @jdhenry6300
    @jdhenry6300 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic work. I make knives and bows by hand , and work on all kinds of motorcycles , but I WOULD NOT” have the patience to work on a beautiful watch like that. Well done sir.

  • @bimacz
    @bimacz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    buy a micro welder to seal holes in the watch case then file and polishing work and there is no trace of denting. Great Job ❤️

    • @RedDeadRestoration
      @RedDeadRestoration  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Those micro welders are pretty expensive.... Maybe some day 😉

    • @speedypaul2314
      @speedypaul2314 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RedDeadRestoration its character and history. People sometimes get suspicious of sheer perfection.

    • @bimacz
      @bimacz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RedDeadRestoration it's just a small suggestion or hint :-) great job anyway

  • @bettersteps
    @bettersteps 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great band choice. Looks fantastic.

  • @hugostiglitz6914
    @hugostiglitz6914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    People who repair say, the case has some signs of wear.
    People who sell watches say, the watch has character!😂

  • @kenhawkins5469
    @kenhawkins5469 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful work Beautiful watch Thanks. Kenny

  • @321Chew
    @321Chew 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s amazing that you managed to keep up with every component of this watch and replace them back to original settings

  • @DerekSpeareDSD
    @DerekSpeareDSD 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Alternate Title: "Crystal Removal Made Easy" :) Great workmanship!

  • @dominickcolasanto6582
    @dominickcolasanto6582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great work, a small tig weld 316L fill the dent you could have made it perfect very attractive watch different shape and elegant dial

  • @user-kr5pe4og1n
    @user-kr5pe4og1n 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are masters who make new straps while preserving the original accessories.

  • @heltonresende2582
    @heltonresende2582 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    congratulations, you are the man of time. your work is always encouraging when you see yourself.

  • @mrpetit2
    @mrpetit2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Regarding the dent in the case there are special micro tig spot welders that can fill those dents (or even more nice/expensive: laser welders)
    But thats maybe more something for someone that specializes in case repair (or jewelers in general)

  • @dingbat1978
    @dingbat1978 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thumbs up for everything but the choice of strap :)

  • @carlhall1880
    @carlhall1880 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What an impressive skill you have sad that watches are going out of style only a few people wear them anymore! The phone replaced them sadly.

  • @sway0221
    @sway0221 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Idk how I stumbled upon this channel..but it is very impressed. I love these watches

  • @LCMNUNES1962
    @LCMNUNES1962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ÓTIMO TRABALHO, BRASIL CONGRATULATIONS

  • @1SaG
    @1SaG 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    So that's what a cracked sapphire crystal looks like... :)
    Seeing this, I can't believe how lucky I was when I dropped my Steinhart from just above waist height onto a bathroom-tile floor. It landed right on the (slightly domed) sapphire crystal. The movement went out of regulation (from +1 to +2s/d before to -7 to -9s/d after the drop), but the case and crystal were totally fine. I couldn't find any damage, even under a 6x loupe. It still taught me a valuable lesson to be much more careful with my watches in the future... :)

  • @hagerty268
    @hagerty268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did such a wonderful job on this beautiful timepiece. I love watching you work. Thank you for taking the time to video.

  • @johnnielefranc2708
    @johnnielefranc2708 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YOU DID A DAMN GOOD JOB ON THAT LONGINES WATCH.IT LOOKS ALMOST BRAND NEW..I LIKE THE WATCH BAND YOU PUT ON IT..GOOD JOB.