Restoration of Brad Pitt's Citizen "Bullhead" watch from "Once upon a time in Hollywood"

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  • This time I´m restoring a Citizen Bullhead Chronograph.
    The watch become famous as Cliff Booth (played by Brad Pitt) worn it in the movie "Once upon a time in Hollywood"
    This watch is powered by the Citizen 8110A chronograph movement.
    The watch is in a really bad condition. The gold-plated case and the painted bezel is heavily damaged, the glass is scratched, the movement stops repeatedly and the bracelet is not original and broken.
    I need to get rid of the old gold-plating and the black paint, i´m using my new sandblaster for this job.
    After sanding and polishing the case, it´s ready for a new gold-plating. The bezel gets a new painting after polishing.
    I need to replace the glass and the crown. Crown and chronograph-pushers were gold-plated originally but Cliff is wearing it with silver colored crown and pushers.
    So I´m just polishing the pushers and waive the gold-plating.
    The hands can be polished but I need to re-paint the chronograph hands with a nice looking "orange".
    The dial is hopeless. I can´t restore that one so I need to use my little time machine again.
    After everything is cleaned, polished, re-plated and re-painted, I can re-assemble the movement with some fresh oil. After that, this watch is in a fantastic beat (+0 seconds per day) again.
    I hope you liked this restoration, if so, like, comment and subscribe ;)
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  • @sdennis3057
    @sdennis3057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +864

    This guy had a TIME MACHINE on hand - but still, he only used it on the watch face and did the rest by hard work. He really loves this craftsmanship!

  • @kendogg8237
    @kendogg8237 2 ปีที่แล้ว +441

    THIS. This is what TH-cam should be. Informative, educational, an example of man’s pursuit of perfection in his endeavors. Pride. Success. Satisfaction. Thank you. I long to hear of your story. How you got involved in watchmaking/ restoration. How you learned and honed your craft. The time it takes to become proficient in the industry. Give me more. Give us more. Excellent TH-camr. Thank you!

    • @akiv33401
      @akiv33401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      And THIS comment. 👌

    • @markhamilton3215
      @markhamilton3215 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@akiv33401 yes THIS comment must get an answer from the guy himself ... ;)

    • @SachsVDE
      @SachsVDE ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Excellent Comment...👌!!! Not only short junk tik tok style videos..I always see You Tube as an opportunity of growing and improving Our lifestyle and most important our Craftsmanship...🌟👍Positive people should prevail over poisoned side of our Society...1️⃣

    • @Johnconno
      @Johnconno ปีที่แล้ว +2

      THIS, THIS, My God is what TH-cam could be!
      A tightly coiled spring bestowing knowledge to the last people on Earth!

    • @samsonhaze6595
      @samsonhaze6595 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They should call it “TH-cam for adults” lmao

  • @laughingsharpie
    @laughingsharpie ปีที่แล้ว +210

    Never really been a fan of these watches. But seeing it back in its former glory is something beautiful. The gold plating and orange crono hands and black accents is actually quite sharp. You did an absolutely fantastic job, yet again

  • @cliffwheeler7357
    @cliffwheeler7357 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    The incredible skill on display, the amazing specialized equipment and tools, and the superb quality of the filming, all added together, made this a wonderful experience. Plus, at last I have found out what the watch Brad was wearing in that brilliant movie.

  • @johncoyle2028
    @johncoyle2028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    At the end I thought “I still see tiny scratches’ - then realised they were on my iPad…..
    Amazing talent on show. Great video.

    • @sedbaka
      @sedbaka 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      lmao

    • @LordRentalhouse
      @LordRentalhouse ปีที่แล้ว

      but there are some scratches and darker spots on the case

    • @notsoeloquent
      @notsoeloquent 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@LordRentalhousethat's on your retina, get it checked

  • @boolena
    @boolena 2 ปีที่แล้ว +232

    Can't believe how interesting I find these restorations. So satisfying.

    • @NewbombedTurk
      @NewbombedTurk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I’ve never seen one before in my life, and now I’m about to fall down a rabbit hole….

    • @oscarlozada5894
      @oscarlozada5894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Exceptional work. ¿What is the cost of this restoration?

    • @NiteGambler
      @NiteGambler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Then maybe you would like to watch me restore my wheelbarrow? lol.

  • @Daddy53751
    @Daddy53751 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’ve always loved Citizen watches. Fine craftsmanship, solidly built and long lasting.
    I’ve had an Ecodrive for 12-15 years, and it keeps time almost as well as my Protrek atomic.

  • @conscience-commenter
    @conscience-commenter ปีที่แล้ว +40

    That was a lot of work for a $137 watch back in its day. I like your mix of state of the art equipment with antique tools and machines. Doc Brown's flux capacitor is always entertaining.

    • @jordan3405
      @jordan3405 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      $137 was alot of money back in the 70s
      With today's inflation that works out a $1,200 watch

    • @fouadbenrezzak8398
      @fouadbenrezzak8398 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      137 is like 2/5 k today

  • @astrafalustre8259
    @astrafalustre8259 2 ปีที่แล้ว +422

    Level of watch restoration skills, filming quality, sounds : Perfect. This is master level. So soothing.

    • @wangson
      @wangson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I feel the same way. This was captivating to watch!

    • @7071t6
      @7071t6 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yep rewind the video footage of it and you cant miss anything, lol :)

    • @684W13
      @684W13 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Clickidy clack

    • @freliaz
      @freliaz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Indeed!

    • @miritos100
      @miritos100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Muy capo

  • @More-Space-In-Ear
    @More-Space-In-Ear 2 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    I’m amazed at how you remember all the screw placements once removed, you horological engineers are amazing and not a shaky hand in sight. I’m very impressed….off to watch more of your videos 👍🏼

    • @More-Space-In-Ear
      @More-Space-In-Ear ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@andrew213rn you can only edit so much, he’s got the skills 😉

    • @More-Space-In-Ear
      @More-Space-In-Ear ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@andrew213rn now that’s how I work, photos and videos and hopes that any questions will be on TH-cam 😊😉

    • @chiranjivjena1134
      @chiranjivjena1134 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      thats why he is a pro

  • @intricateinc8566
    @intricateinc8566 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Huge watch fan and I never stop being in awe of the intricate craftsmanship that goes into timepieces.
    Super satisfying to "watch"

  • @KittenBowl1
    @KittenBowl1 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Wow! This is amazing!! 🤩
    As a Japanese who loves mechanical watches and who has gotten serviced by our local Citizen Japan craftsmen, seeing you polish up an entire case and not replacing it by “Time Machine” 😆, it’s mind blowing!
    I know Citizen only replaces an entire case (especially anything plated one). I don’t know if you have worked on a full titanium Citizen solar powered watches but I’ve recently sent one of my Citizen titanium watches to Citizen with a rose gold plated titanium case (titanium base). They only replace a case, and the case itself costs 15,000 yen+ to replace it. 😅 Overhaul service isn’t too bad though ¥18,000. Lol. Imagine the case with a glass cover costs almost the same as fully getting serviced on a watch. 😅 I’m still contemplating if I should get the case replaced. Haha
    Love your show btw, amazing!

  • @wheres_hermann
    @wheres_hermann 2 ปีที่แล้ว +239

    I wish I had a never ending playlist of your restorations. I can watch these for hours. Great job as always.

    • @wolfgangfaltlhansl1859
      @wolfgangfaltlhansl1859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same thing from me.

    • @turn-n-burn1421
      @turn-n-burn1421 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Time travel a few years into the future, then come look at all the videos.

    • @frankierzucekjr
      @frankierzucekjr ปีที่แล้ว

      Same, there is on here tho. Sadly not many do this well or care as much.

  • @garykrell2058
    @garykrell2058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Taking apart a watch is one thing but remembering how to put it back together is quite astonishing, bravo sir

    • @Eralen00
      @Eralen00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      don't have to remember if you got the whole disassembly on video

    • @garykrell2058
      @garykrell2058 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Eralen00 maybe he's just good probably been doing it for a while, didn't have videos way back

  • @thetruebatman4632
    @thetruebatman4632 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I’ve collected Citizen watches since I met my wife, a love that I shared with my late grandfather. What a trophy it is to have a Bullhead, and what an incredible job of breathing life into this one!

  • @jc_montero
    @jc_montero 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

    The guy was smart enough to record a video of the disassembly process, so he could put everything back without any mistake.
    Brilliant!

  • @echochambers8418
    @echochambers8418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    I felt so proud of myself replacing the hands on my watch.I can’t even imagine this type of work.The knowledge and craftsmanship this Man(and other watch restorers)has is unbelievable.

    • @414pwz
      @414pwz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      What's even crazier is the people who design and build them

    • @sshatterhand239
      @sshatterhand239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      1% invent things
      9% understand them
      90% doesn't have a glue

    • @nbcuni
      @nbcuni 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How does he know where to put everything back in it's right place?!

  • @shaundell4630
    @shaundell4630 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    1st I am truly amazed how someone could have invented or even thought of something so complicated. 2ndly your patience and dexterity is incredible and 3rdly I had a good giggle when I saw the flux capacitor 😄👍

    • @jjryan1352
      @jjryan1352 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That special washing machine is pretty amazing as well.

  • @MAAZAD
    @MAAZAD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This is what TH-cam was made for.
    Showing skills like this.
    Well done. You deserve all the success!

  • @speenlmar9575
    @speenlmar9575 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This video was suggested by TH-cam after your latest one. I said why not? And it feels as good as new. What a gem of a man you are.

  • @olegitimocarlos4180
    @olegitimocarlos4180 2 ปีที่แล้ว +256

    I've been working with watches for about 4 years now and i havent seen something like that in these years, what you've done here is just amazing. Congratulations man, what an amazing job.

    • @orrinsjuice1
      @orrinsjuice1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Go watch WristwatchRevival. That guy will actually teach along the way as well!

    • @Petersonmgee
      @Petersonmgee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How did he restore the dial?

    • @robycolo83
      @robycolo83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Petersonmgee new one

    • @Petersonmgee
      @Petersonmgee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@robycolo83 I didn’t know you could get parts so easily

    • @Bugsy0333
      @Bugsy0333 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How much are you thinking this would cost ?

  • @fauzi2014
    @fauzi2014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    At first “I’ll watch this for a couple of minutes” then ends up watching till the end and even writing this comment. I even repeated the time machine part 😂. Lots of respect to you sir. A fan from Malaysia 🇲🇾.

  • @Calsonic8899
    @Calsonic8899 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Superb. The old school equipment and tools used are equally as impressive as the watch repair and restoration.

    • @frankierzucekjr
      @frankierzucekjr ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea he definitely has quite the collection of very cool tools. There's a tool for every piece it seems. As a man and carpenter, I like tools lol

  • @ObiWanShinobi67
    @ObiWanShinobi67 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I can't believe the whole job only took 22 minutes. This guy is amazing.

  • @CoolAgainRestoration
    @CoolAgainRestoration 2 ปีที่แล้ว +646

    What level of patience and memory do you need to have to do a job like this 🤩 sehr gut man 👍🏻

    • @RedDeadRestoration
      @RedDeadRestoration  2 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Thanks bro 😊

    • @chohakkai36
      @chohakkai36 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Takes years and years to get to this level!

    • @TheAleksr
      @TheAleksr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Once your a professional you understand the mechanics just need to brush up on a certain brand if need be

    • @rinaldy0812
      @rinaldy0812 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Years and years experience do this job to become expert

    • @noejuliansaavedra
      @noejuliansaavedra 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      the glass had no restoration? can be polished.

  • @danielhendriksen4894
    @danielhendriksen4894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This man should have his own television show. Outstanding skills.

  • @Greg-wh7bi
    @Greg-wh7bi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow this is insane to watch just the break down blew my mind!!!! didnt realize exatly what all it takes to build a watch !!!! so much respect to watch makers!!!!!

  • @ThaDonDeFashion
    @ThaDonDeFashion หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've always been interested in Automatic Watches since age 6.... I find it amazing that they were able to make and tune such small parts back then. Mind Blowing

  • @Nite85
    @Nite85 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    The fact that anyone can actually do this at all is mindblowing

    • @ThomasJones-ij6hv
      @ThomasJones-ij6hv 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I could do it. I'd have 2/3 of the parts left over, but it would be accurate to +/- 12 hrs a day.

  • @stevenesq
    @stevenesq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    Im terribly ill at the moment but watching this wonderful piece of craftmanship has raised my spirits bravo.

    • @Specter1065
      @Specter1065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Hope you get better soon!

    • @bossahmed4085
      @bossahmed4085 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hope you get well soon pal.

    • @stevenesq
      @stevenesq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @Boss Ahmed I'm on the mend thank you so much.

    • @josephmiddleton8754
      @josephmiddleton8754 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hope you get better soon mate

    • @stevenesq
      @stevenesq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@josephmiddleton8754 I thank you for your kind words.

  • @Dee.J.Mogfry
    @Dee.J.Mogfry ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simply mesmerising and peaceful to watch with amazing skill and execution....
    Watches have a soul and a spirit which this guy skillfully resuscitates.
    I'm an engineer and I wish I had the knowledge and equipment to do this type of work my self.

  • @cymbaline87
    @cymbaline87 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I watch this video at least once every 2 weeks, I admire your work so much. I know this is not your day job, it's a hobby, but how dou you even get started at something like this? It requires so much knowledge and tools that I can't get my head around it. Thanks for showing us all your amazing work.

  • @ecrusch
    @ecrusch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Besides your unbelievably steady hand, the thing that most amazes me is how you can remember when everything goes.
    Favorite machine: That spinning cleaner.
    Thank you. I love your videos.

  • @Lowkster
    @Lowkster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Reminds me of watching a watch repair man as a kid at my dad's family coffee shop. I was enthralled for hours. Thanks for bringing back that memory.

  • @januszkowalski864
    @januszkowalski864 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such precision is great to look at. I don't repair watches but I am FASCINATED !

  • @mar0us1o
    @mar0us1o 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It’s like what I would imagine Leonardo Da Vinci doing in his lab. I am in awe of your videos and how does he know where everything goes and what it does! Plus I love all your machines. You also have given me even more respect for the craftsmanship of many of the watches you display! However I’m a incredibly partial to your Rolex videos! Thank you for u are and sharing your craft with the world. You are in a class all your own!

  • @SupernovaSymie
    @SupernovaSymie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    This ASMR for the eyes! I could watch you do this all day and never tire of it. The skill and attention is incredible. You are truly a gifted craftsman. No, not craftsman...Artist! Thank you so much!

  • @ScottGrammer
    @ScottGrammer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Amazing. I'll never complain about working on cassette deck transports again. And by the way, THANK YOU for not putting music all over this video. Much better without it.

  • @gotyou8226
    @gotyou8226 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, I'm in absolute Awe of the work put into this😍the intricacy the delicacie it really pumped my chest up lol. AMAAAAAZING. The level of detailing that goes into making a watch. I see why ppl collect them. Well done man❤️💯

  • @beardy3792
    @beardy3792 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Bullhead Chrono is a beautiful timepiece.
    Great job on the Restoration!

  • @Chrisd0743
    @Chrisd0743 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just sat though the entire 22 min video and was never bored or skipped any part. This is pure watch ASMR.

  • @redrider8036
    @redrider8036 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    In a time where most things are thrown away after it becomes worn. It is amazing to see something restored in such spectacular fashion!

    • @phuckyoutube5927
      @phuckyoutube5927 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most things aren't worth restoring.
      Because of people from older times starting to make trash.
      What's the point in fixing a 50 dollar piece of shit when it costs 80 to fix personally I blame boomers and Gen X

  • @Isa187
    @Isa187 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You sir, are a genius. I absolutely love these watch restorations. I am now a follower of this channel. Keep up the good work

    • @coastal_shiner
      @coastal_shiner 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Just shows how poorly educated people are on true restoration 😂

  • @jeremypearson6852
    @jeremypearson6852 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that you finished the hands in orange, it really makes them stand out.

  • @justrelaxing1501
    @justrelaxing1501 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I’m absolutely astounded by the restoration of this watch. Outstanding!

  • @Rondo2ooo
    @Rondo2ooo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Went out with my wife for dinner and some drinks this evening. Now after having watched this beautiful restoration I can go to sleep peacefully.

  • @Dimaches1989
    @Dimaches1989 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You just become my favorite watch restorer on youtube. Clean work and final result amazing. Best regards!

  • @tonybino01
    @tonybino01 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching your restoration videos calms me down. It's like when I see the Mona Lisa or a Masterpiece.

  • @alexcraig8543
    @alexcraig8543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I love the technical precision of watch mechanisms. Your restoration of this timepiece was an equal bit of technical precision. I'm amazed by what you were able to do to resurrect this classic.

  • @Kleiner_Lutz
    @Kleiner_Lutz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I don't know a lot about watches, but the final assembly and presentation in your videos is always very satisfying to watch

  • @desmondoreilly1210
    @desmondoreilly1210 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is quite simply unbelievable. Hypnotic to watch; your talent knows no bounds. Just amazed.

  • @gregjohnston1842
    @gregjohnston1842 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really awesome watch restore.
    This Citizen in particular is one of my favorites as far as Citizen goes.

  • @watchmebuildit
    @watchmebuildit 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This restoration is PROFOUND! Absolutely amazing result. The gold plating was a revelation, and as for the time machine...!

  • @enriquea.c.1587
    @enriquea.c.1587 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Even if my father is no longer in this life, I will continue to admire him forever. to be a watchmaker and have that serenity, pressure, temper, intelligence, not just anyone has that commitment since it is a world. Congratulations TEACHER and it reminded me a lot of my father. As a child, I saw those same tools. I recently found hundreds of tiny spare parts, separated into jars. If he reads me and is interested and guides me on what to do with it, I don't want him to end up in the trash. My father's name was Raul Campillo from Chile. I Aldo, if you are interested, do not hesitate to write a contact.

    • @33rdStreet
      @33rdStreet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I am sorry for your loss thank you for writing this

  • @locksmithdb5987
    @locksmithdb5987 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is amazing work! I have been a locksmith for 20+ years and I have worked on clocks. I work with very small parts,tools..etc. This is VERY SMALL parts!!

  • @thinkbeforyouvote
    @thinkbeforyouvote 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SAND BLASTING: Clearly one of the most satisfying things someone with OCD can ever do. I got to work in a machine shop when I was younger and the sand blaster was always my favorite tool.

  • @amaanmalik1672
    @amaanmalik1672 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Probably one of the most impressive things I have ever watched

  • @kimbarling4213
    @kimbarling4213 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    What a beautiful classic watch.
    Awsome repair job.
    Dexterity, attention to detail, patience and steady hand skills
    Incredibly technical parts .
    Great video

  • @cdronk
    @cdronk ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo. One of the best watch restoration video's I've seen. Fantastic job, and a beautiful watch.

  • @timdoyon1964
    @timdoyon1964 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So many tiny little itsy-bitsy pieces to keep track of! How?! 😧
    What a beautiful job… I rebuilt a few carburetors in my day, and I thought they were complicated, but they were nothing compared to the intricacy of that watch. That was brilliant!

  • @DrTaylorMarshall
    @DrTaylorMarshall 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Wow. This is so relaxing to watch. Thank you.

    • @paulwilson3434
      @paulwilson3434 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Because you aren’t doing it !

    • @carpe009
      @carpe009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      To “watch”. 😁

    • @dfarr6518
      @dfarr6518 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Funny, it stresses me out thinking about all those little pieces.

    • @migram4190
      @migram4190 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love your channel sir!💪

  • @drewzombiez
    @drewzombiez 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I don't have much knowledge of the world of watches and until recently, I haven't been a fan of them either. My dad just gave me a watch that my grandfather never got to wear because he died. I like the way it looks and I wear it everywhere. Seeing this video makes me appreciate watches in general. There are so many moving parts and the time that goes into just assembling it is awesome. It's even better to see one resorted. Great video man.

  • @blackd1977
    @blackd1977 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To see the restoration on a big screen is making me happy.

  • @paolomonachello5343
    @paolomonachello5343 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bravo! ottimo lavoro, non sapevo che l'orogeria fosse così rilassante . ciao Paolo from Italy

  • @cielobuio
    @cielobuio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I'm hooked on watching these restorations. I start watching them and can't stop. The gold plating result was amazing !!

  • @mark4d148
    @mark4d148 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Awesome skills, never knew so many tiny intricate parts made up something to measure a thing that we can't even see.
    Time.
    So cathartic to 'watch' and not only see you repair and replace parts but the tools and machinery that you use are also fascinating to behold.
    Just a random TH-cam video but 'what a video' many respects to you.

  • @robinstan5810
    @robinstan5810 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i don't call that a restoration... i call it love... u showed a lot of love for that watch... taking care of every little detail... man u r a real artist... i watched every second in that video... an i really like it... u desirve a million like... good job man.

  • @orangeswift
    @orangeswift ปีที่แล้ว

    I love when you do the time machine thing... all your work is great... love this watch,
    i need it in my collection...

  • @alanmckinnon6791
    @alanmckinnon6791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Perfect timing - I have one of these with a silver dial and steel case, the chrono dial hands do not engage properly and the day adjuster seldom works. Now I can see how all the bits fit together :-)

    • @citizaniac149
      @citizaniac149 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Don't do it if you don't have a lot of experience with restoring watches. The chronograph mech is a bit tricky and the flyback needs a lot of grease in the right places to work smoothly.

    • @MHPloni-kl5ec
      @MHPloni-kl5ec 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      DIY COL: Do It Yourself, Crying Out Loud

  • @beakytwitch7905
    @beakytwitch7905 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The finished restoration looks like a lovingly restored old watch - with at least another 20 years use ahead of it. :-). Very nice to view the restoration, thanks !

  • @SR-xk8cd
    @SR-xk8cd ปีที่แล้ว

    What an incredibly skilled and gifted craftsman, pulling apart a watch, restoring it to its former glory, and putting it back together again takes a tremendous amount of skill.
    Great job and good video.

  • @danielhomes7023
    @danielhomes7023 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    just watching the watchmaker making the watch. I love it. Wonderful work.

  • @NOH2O1
    @NOH2O1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have an 8110 Bullhead in natural silver finish that my wife bought for me when we got married (almost 39 years ago). She got it from the clearance section at the Kadena Air Base exchange. Love the watch. You have inspired me to take it in for service as it is running a bit slow. And it is more than I would want to try myself.

    • @ryanwheelis382
      @ryanwheelis382 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was stationed at Kadena as well

    • @elbello1975
      @elbello1975 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the same as you got, in 2019 i sent it for service love the watch ; and thank you for your Service sir.

    • @NOH2O1
      @NOH2O1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@elbello1975 I dropped it off for service today at Westmoreland Time Shop. This will be it’s second service.

  • @stephenbarrosse831
    @stephenbarrosse831 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for showing us your amazing work. I find myself just as fascinated with the tools of watch making and maintenance as I do watches.

  • @timhuang9430
    @timhuang9430 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are not just a Master but also look like a "Watch Magician" to me , you give the rotten machine a new life !!

  • @hanshasse7820
    @hanshasse7820 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ganz großes Lob an den Uhrmechanicker 👍👌🙏💪👏💐 Hervorragend seine Arbeitsleistung 👍🙏👏💯 Ein ganz tolles Video 👍👌🙏 🇩🇪

  • @danv3938
    @danv3938 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When I saw your "ELMA" parts cleaning machine, it reminded me of my father who was a Master watchmaker years ago. Thanks for that memory and a really nice job on the watch!!!

  • @b3vo
    @b3vo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I now understand why some some watches command a high price. This was such a delicate and methodical video to watch. Really awesome

  • @denverzorrozoki9023
    @denverzorrozoki9023 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job done. I admire watchmakers. They really pay attention to the Details instead of looking at the so called bigger picture as being presented to us daily by the media.
    I personally like these vintage Charakters among quality watch brands. I love automatic watches, like Zenith, Omega, also Seiko and Citizen but I got the 1802 hand winding which is a very decent watch.
    Thank you for your video

  • @AArkadij
    @AArkadij 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome visual story telling, with rythm and humour - really good video.

  • @McDon666
    @McDon666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    It's a pure pleasure to watch your work! Your films are unbelievably relaxing and I'm looking for more! All the best!

  • @dereksreviews-collectables7185
    @dereksreviews-collectables7185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Exceptional level of detail and restoration.I have never seen such a complicated restoration.Amazing to watch.Keep doing more like this.cheers.

  • @colinevans7134
    @colinevans7134 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this video just like your socks, the best one I've seen because of the fast forward taking the watch apart thanks 👊👍👏❤

  • @JuanDelaCruz-qt5ok
    @JuanDelaCruz-qt5ok ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This one and Nekkid Watchmaker is one of the best restorer I've ever seen in youtube.

  • @Nelbone
    @Nelbone 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I know what citizen I need to add to my collection now. They’re such a happy medium in the watch world. Solid quality, great designs, and not a years worth of mortgage payments.

    • @jiboo6850
      @jiboo6850 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      damn right.

    • @henrylee8510
      @henrylee8510 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a citizen bull head octagonal case with panda dial. Love it.

  • @user-qs8lv7wp2c
    @user-qs8lv7wp2c 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    This is truly an art form. If I tried fixing it,, I would have been missing parts or finished with extra parts on hand. I can guarantee that after I was done it would have gone straight to the trash can. I'm a subscriber now

    • @ericlabonte3817
      @ericlabonte3817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmfao sounds exactly how I would handle my repairs 😂

    • @moriscoley5328
      @moriscoley5328 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I as well, all the details seeing go back to gether. Very good job 👏

  • @keithianlocke
    @keithianlocke 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful. I've still got my grandads watch, whom died when I was 3yrs in 1976. Unfortunately the glass was smashed during a house move, and never got repaired. One day I will get it restored...lol

  • @lairdmikeywood
    @lairdmikeywood 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This immaculate restoration has also restored my peace of mind.

  • @MarttiSuomivuori
    @MarttiSuomivuori 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That watch has been seriously loved for a couple of decades!
    Never seen an electrolyte bath gilding. What a job you've done.
    Flux capacitor, it is to go back in time, right? Wow!

  • @CorvusHyperion
    @CorvusHyperion 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is incredible! I have recently found myself interested in automatic watches and seeing the work involved in restoring one blows my mind.

    • @ThaDonDeFashion
      @ThaDonDeFashion หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I've 'always been interested in automatic watches as a kid. I had my first automatic watch when I was like 7 yrs old. if I kept it, there's no telling how much it'll be worth

  • @Adrian-jh5cr
    @Adrian-jh5cr ปีที่แล้ว

    I have to say that came out really cool, much better than I would have thought by looking at the beginning!

  • @HAL-xy3om
    @HAL-xy3om ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful restauration! excellent editing! well done.

  • @stujham
    @stujham 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I "watch" one vid and think its more complex than the rolex or omega then you pick up another and I'm sat here shaking my head. How anyone designs these with all mechanics in there along with the precision and beauty is just amazing. Totally hooked !!!

  • @ryanhugheswelshhoonigan7846
    @ryanhugheswelshhoonigan7846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I know nothing about watches other than they tell you the time 😂
    But I watched every second of this video just because of the precision in your workmanship.
    Truly entrancing!
    👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @jasonstraus6773
    @jasonstraus6773 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    TH-cam and internet at all should be place of Enlightment and not degradation. Chanel like that is masterpiece of human history👍

  • @bowerbirdstyle7661
    @bowerbirdstyle7661 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That looks fabulous! I love those orange hands.

  • @wchunt8988
    @wchunt8988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I own this watch, bought it in Iran in 1978. Still in perfect running condition. Now I can do a little research and hopefully find out what what she is worth. Thanks for the video.

    • @henrylee8510
      @henrylee8510 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a 76 bullhead octagonal case. Decent condition. Bought it for 500 USD about 3 yrs ago

  • @betulaobscura
    @betulaobscura 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Probably your best restoration so far! Mostly because of this cool watch! Nice to see it beautifully restored!

  • @alanparks7919
    @alanparks7919 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is utterly amazing. Not necessarily a watch I’d want to own, but man, did you bring that back to new!

  • @MrELSRMARQUES
    @MrELSRMARQUES 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hermoso Reloj !! Y Hermoso Trabajo !! Un verdadero Maestro !!