This $25,000 Rolex Explorer Was Exposed to Seawater!

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    After Marshall made an appearance on a local news show (link below if you want to watch it!), he was contacted by a local woman with an amazing Rolex Explorer from the 60's that was left to her by her father. Unfortunately the watch got seawater in it on a day at the beach and had stopped running. After the local Rolex dealer, and even Rolex itself declined to work on the watch, Marshall undertakes his most challenging restoration yet to try to get it back on her wrist!
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SALVATORE FANARA +6544
SALVATORE FANARA

Hypnotic. Got me watching for almost an hour and I have no interests in watches. Great engineering, fantastic repair skills, knowledge and passion. And I must say that he was able to keep me interested all the way through without becoming boring or making me feel uninterested... almost like as if I was a colleague who also does watch repairs. Great at verbally "illustrating" the work being done... fascinating.

Vor year
Studio Nul zeven zeven +72
Studio Nul zeven zeven

me too! i also watched the whole video! No interesting in watches but i do like enginering and diy projects

Vor year
Hurricanum +13
Hurricanum

Same here. Xb

Vor year
Michael Balsara +24
Michael Balsara

Same, great guy working with a great passion.

Vor year
nathkrul +8
nathkrul

Same, I watched it all

Vor year
9mihai6 +7
9mihai6

Same

Vor year
Ben & Watch +6
Ben & Watch

new to the channel and I just wanted to say, this is possibly the BEST restoration video I've seen, the level of detail, the passion, the story, THE WATCH! wow well done, I'm in from now on, keep up the great content ✔

Vor Tag
Stevearino1020 +62
Stevearino1020

As we have transitioned from the mechanical analog age to the digital age the incredible engineering prowess of these watchmakers becomes forgotten . You have clearly put in the time and effort to become a master at what you do and all of your videos are fascinating and educational. Thank you for what you do in bringing a dose of humanity and history to divert us from the digital leviathan threatening to overwhelm us all.

Vor 2 Monate
D +2
D

Don't worry. Give it 50 years to collect and erase them and another 25-50 to reintroduce it (possibly rebranded/renamed). That is what yesterday's businesses/governments call invention.

Vor Monat
Sean Leith +1
Sean Leith

I wonder the whole time, how do you the parts back on?!

Vor Monat
Rusty Bear +64
Rusty Bear

I think you're a pretty good guy, for putting so much energy into restoring these watches that mean so much to the owners, even after Rolex and others wouldn't touch them! Good man! Way to be!

Vor 5 Monate
Neil Martin +36
Neil Martin

I know nothing about watches, but I absolutely love your videos. The amount of care and passion you put into restoring a watch is clear. This was a joy to see you put that watch back in working order. Fantastic work.

Vor 2 Monate
bigslacker666 +34
bigslacker666

I know it's a year back, but just wanted to give you props for such an amazing restoration. This was important work, as you said a few times not just because of the money but because of the meaning behind the watch. I'm sure the owner greatly appreciates what you did for her!

Vor 26 Tage
PineCoffee +6259
PineCoffee

I've never been so captivated by a repair video before. This video should win some kind of award.

Vor year
Wristwatch Revival +674
Wristwatch Revival

This comment is enough reward for me, thanks for saying so :)

Vor year
Edo Timmermans +88
Edo Timmermans

@Wristwatch Revival I totally agree with PineCoffee. Your fascinating video got me quite emotional. It made me proud of my great-grandfather who repaired watches in the first part of the 20th century for a living. Unfortunately that is almost all I know about him.

Vor year
UltimayaTsolkin +15
UltimayaTsolkin

Same

Vor year
Gentleman Driver +71
Gentleman Driver

I am not even into watches, nor do I watch repair videos (with the exception of car restorations), but I watched the whole thing.

Vor year
dstarkspp +10
dstarkspp

Why thought’s as well…water and watches don’t mix so I just figure it was waste of time…awesome job and video…

Vor year
Da.shArk87 +7
Da.shArk87

Everything from camera angles, smooth voice and explanations to the execution and keeping me entertained was simply top notch. The skills this man has is not from this world. After getting to the end of the video i couldnt believe it has been almost an entire hour. This is what makes youtube still great, people that take their time on which they are really good at and want to share their experience to us. You sir, you're a genius, nice camera work, nice setup, keep those videos coming because i am your new subscriber

Vor 16 Tage
Gary B +6
Gary B

I have to say from the start that I’m not a watch person…honestly no idea why YouTube suggested this video. But I couldn’t happier that I was able to witness greatness…you’re obviously skilled ( with hands like a surgeon), have passion not just for the history of Rolex( much of which I didn’t know) and this watch as a collectors item in general. For me the story of the watch and the idea of bringing it back to life was awesome. I’ll never have a watch like this to give to leave my children but I can appreciate family heirlooms and the effort you made in the reconstruction process. I love knowing there are skilled and caring people out there! You are certainly one of them. TY and all the best to you !

Vor 29 Tage
garreswe +3
garreswe

I don't care about mechanical watches, especially watches like this one, but It's super interesting to see how complex it is. What impresses me the most is how he knew where to put everything back. Amazing work!

Vor 26 Tage
LittleTony +3
LittleTony

This was absolutely amazing to watch...more interesting than watching brain surgery. Loved the narration of the parts, what they do...and why you were doing what you did to them. I also really appreciate your level of craftmanship and respect for the engineering and the personal history of the watch.

Vor Monat
Jo Lowden +1
Jo Lowden

You have done an amazing job on this watch, it was a privilege to see this come together. Hopefully the person will take better care of this watch.

Vor Monat
The One +742
The One

I was a Jeweler, more specifically diamond setter, for better part of my life, I am 72 now and my hat is off to you my friend, you are a master. To take apart Rolex, clean up rust and put it back together requires knowledge, steady hands, patience and accuracy, to have all those qualities is to be a master!

Vor 8 Monate
Zyxl_0 +34
Zyxl_0

You being able to appreciate his talent tells me you couldn’t have been half bad at what you did either.

Vor 8 Monate
Calvin Huang +9
Calvin Huang

I hope he has an apprentice he can pass his experience on to.

Vor 8 Monate
Sanco One
Sanco One

À

Vor 7 Monate
Henning Andersen +4
Henning Andersen

Not to menthion a heap of special tools!

Vor 7 Monate
Kevin Morris +6
Kevin Morris

Incredible! What a service you gave and she must be so happy. Fantastic the procedural and very fascinating the miniature parts and movement. So well done, such patience.

Vor Monat
Alan Thomas +1
Alan Thomas

Hi Marshal. As a mechanical engineer I was thrilled to watch your video. Your obvious skill and dedication shone through the entire clip. I have subscribed to your channel and am very much looking forward to see more of your contributions'. Best regards. Alan.

Vor 24 Tage
Dick Donaway +8
Dick Donaway

As the owner of a GMT Master II, this repair piece is really good. I have had the watch since 1989 and have worn it everyday since. It was a gift form my deceased wife and means so much to me and will be given to my grandson after I die. A lot like the owner of the watch you are repairing I have worn it while fishing, hunting, traveling, you name it. It is about ready for its third overhaul. Thanks for your piece.

Vor Monat
Dr Arvind Rajpurohit +11
Dr Arvind Rajpurohit

Man you kept me watching a Rolex yet a watch repair for an hour when I don't even wear any kind of watch and never won't, you do something incredible man

Vor Monat
NordFolk +4
NordFolk

I know the feeling of bringing something back to life - I restore antique musical instruments and it's always a great feeling and huge pleasure to get them playing again after maybe 100 years of neglect, and being used for their primary purpose. This was a captivating video - well done!

Vor 3 Monate
Jason F. +384
Jason F.

It's incredible how tight the tolerances are on such tiny mechanisms. As a machinist who does work for big industries, I see so much rust on things that just keep on chugging along, whereas something so small and delicate requires every piece to be pristine. Really gives you an appreciation for the craftsmanship involved in the design of these cool little devices.

Vor 7 Monate
Aiden Gracey +20
Aiden Gracey

Think it's more the relative size compared to foreign matter. 1mm of rust on something 1000mm is nothing, 0.1mm of rust on 10mm is like playing football in quicksand

Vor 7 Monate
Alex Griggs +9
Alex Griggs

@Aiden Gracey that's what tolerance is about, it's the range of size that a part can be and still function, when saying watches have tight tolerances it's saying that a small change in size would cause the part to not work, there's no relative tolerance based on size, it depends on the function each part has to perform

Vor 7 Monate
David Zuleger
David Zuleger

Yup... You could not have said it better...right...right..right!!!

Vor 4 Monate
Chelsea Stonerr TV 💨
Chelsea Stonerr TV 💨

@Aiden Gracey when trying to sound smart fails 😂😂

Vor 3 Monate
C A
C A

Does anyone know the purpose of the internal jewels of the watch?

Vor 3 Monate
Wicked Waiata +1
Wicked Waiata

Amazing skill and craftmenship! The owner is so lucky to have this repair performed with such skill and recorded with commentary ...

Vor 3 Tage
Shucky +7
Shucky

This is the first time I’ve ever seen or watched something like this and I’m in shock and ore how amazing this is. Just to think about these watches were made years ago and the way they made them is astounding. You are an amazing craftsman in your trade

Vor 3 Monate
Nick Siekierski +4
Nick Siekierski

Amazing video, great work, videography and narration. One of my main take-aways for me is that no matter how meticulous you are about protecting and maintaining something for 50+ years - your kids will probably destroy it within a year of your passing 😅

Vor Monat
Steve Piechock +1
Steve Piechock

Outstanding video as well as marvelous work performed by you. People such as yourself who are willing to go the extra mile to help others are what this country was founded on. Well done!

Vor Monat
khalthar
khalthar

Thank you Marshall. I adore watches and watching your repairs in a world full of miserable news and hate, this is my escape. Can't wait to watch more. Loved this repair in particular though, disappointing in Rolex to not repair, but thankfully people like yourself are here to sort that out. Keep up the good work

Vor 22 Tage
Matthew Roberts +408
Matthew Roberts

I've got to say: I really didn't expect to watch an almost 1 hour video on watch repair. But this video was honestly so satisfying and interesting! I'm impressed with how complex the watch is yet you're easily able to name every part and keep them organized. To me that seems like magic. You're also so careful with the way you work! Like some of those plyers were wooden or plastic coated to prevent scratching? There were even times when you covered the pieces in plastic before you disassembled them. I really am impressed by your level of care and attention to detail. You seem to really care about doing a good job and I think this is reflected in result. I hope your business keeps doing well and you make more videos. Oddly relaxing to watch.

Vor 10 Monate
Kurtis Kuchcinski +7
Kurtis Kuchcinski

I feel the same way. I expected to fast forward multiple times, but I didn't. Every minute was worth it.

Vor 10 Monate
Tyler Deleringo +1
Tyler Deleringo

Played it 1.5x lol great video

Vor 9 Monate
ITireplumminguy +3
ITireplumminguy

I would like to second that sentiment. Was very satisfying an a true professional on how if you wanted to get into the business or just wanted to tinker. Very satisfying to watch!

Vor 9 Monate
Dan SW
Dan SW

It felt like 5 minutes

Vor 9 Monate
writegoodcode
writegoodcode

Feel exactly the same

Vor 9 Monate
Donna Rogers
Donna Rogers

Wow! I never take Any electronics or a watch to the beach. Salt water is Deadly on any thing. I'm so sorry this had to happen to such a sentimental piece. Those who served in Vietnam deserve the best respect of all they brought Home. Especially Themselves. I hope this rings with other Vietnam Survivors children . Keep Dad's Souvenirs of their Service to America Safe. ❤ Thanks for helping Annie. I know she felt really upset. Your help was a God send.❤ 🇺🇸✌️🤗

Vor 20 Tage
Iberium +7
Iberium

This is such a good video. I have never looked into watch restoration before, this was my introduction, and I'm happy it was. It captivated me the entire way, I wasn't distracted for a second. Such good narration, clearly showing the expertise behind the actions done. 10/10!

Vor 2 Monate
TheAPZOR +2
TheAPZOR

I just discovered your channel today sir. I’m mind blown with your work! It is absolutely amazing. You sir , are master in your craftsmanship. Well done ! I’m so amazed with your work and will to put these watches back to life . Respect for helping those lovely people who put emotional value over price . Honestly I’ve dropped eye tear when you put this watch back to life knowing bwc story of it, I’m so invested emotionally with you. Absolutely amazing work , especially when Rolex refused to work on it and you did IT !!! Amazing!!!! Maybe one day you fix my dad lange sohne :)

Vor 4 Monate
x I V I x +39
x I V I x

I've seen few people who are repairing different things that dealers won't. Having almost losing hope and then finding that one guy that is willing to do it and finally see the awesome job, this is just heartwarming. You will forever be part of this watchs history, thank you.

Vor 3 Monate
DayInDaLife
DayInDaLife

What are chans are you talking about? I'd like to look at them.

Vor 3 Monate
Richard Whitehouse +1
Richard Whitehouse

I just came across your channel. There are some activities where I think "I could do that" and some not so. This is one of the latter. The love and care which you gave to this timepiece was awesome. It is in both relaxing and inspiring to watch ( no pun intended). Thank you.

Vor Monat
Kyle Ponsford +292
Kyle Ponsford

I never thought I would find myself watching a guy take a watch apart, but your various special tools, confident work, and knowledge of all the names of the parts, makes you sound like a doctor! and your conversation explaining the process was captivating.

Vor year
St. Devil +9
St. Devil

Same here. I wasn't even remotely aware there could be a channel devoted to watch repairs but as I started watching it, totally remained glued to the screen in awe of his precision craftsmanship, specialty tools that I couldn't even imagine exist and his knowledge of each & every part of the watch.

Vor year
Rose Electronics +2
Rose Electronics

So true

Vor year
Stephen Villano +2
Stephen Villano

I'd get the part names wrong often enough, but I can see how they related and work together well enough to figure out assembly and disassembly. What's worth gold is seeing lube points and what's worth platinum, seeing which tools get used for what purpose. The only better thing for cleaning than an ultrasonic cleaner is two ultrasonic cleaners! ;) Just looked up the rust away, MSDS shows Ammonium Bifluoride and an acid to buffer and complex things, plus a solvent. Ammonium Bifluoride is properly known as Ammonium Hydrogen Bifluoride and disassociates into HF in water, so not a good thing to get on you, but it's a 1 - 10% level in the solution, reasonable precautions would work well enough. Phosphoric acid would do the same thing, but it'd leave a phosphide layer that'd discolor the movement. That's the active ingredient in naval jelly and also what's used when heated to Parkerize steel gun parts.

Vor year
человек спрятанный
человек спрятанный

Ayam goreng enak

Vor year
john wong +3
john wong

I thot I was the only one. I watched in entirety and glad she had her Dad's watch back. Disappointed with Rolex for not even bother to restore it. Kudos for Marshall for helping her. You are a true craftsman !

Vor year
Lucky Luke +11
Lucky Luke

This is like watching Bob Ross paint...totally fascinating, even if you're no painter or watch addict. It's like meditating, a real join to sit through and drift away from everyday life ❤️

Vor 2 Monate
GTC
GTC

I've never WATCHED one of these - but I do some machining and I have to say that you are very, very easy to listen to - I'd rank you 999th out of 1000 for speaking to us like a small group of interested students. Your passion and care for another's cherished family possessions really shines through in your work and makes it evident that yours is truly a labor of love. Thanks! Subbed and I'm not even "into" watches! But I do watch "Abomb79" machine shop! Check that one out. Another humble soul in his craft.

Vor Tag
Clyde Hunter
Clyde Hunter

Amazing work, well done! In just under an hour I learned so much about watchmaking. Thanks to you! I learned many years ago, that a Rolex secondhand sweeps around the dial and never ticks as the knock offs do.

Vor 13 Tage
andrew friedrich +1
andrew friedrich

This was seriously impressive I'm surprised rolex was so unwilling to fix the watch. But the customer probably lucked out because you did a really good job and it probably saved her some money too

Vor Monat
Star of David
Star of David

Fantastic video, the passion you have is on another level and the surgical skill and patience you put into practice is amazing, bet the woman was over the moon to have it back in great working order.

Vor Monat
B. Neal Lee +603
B. Neal Lee

YOU ARE THE MAN ! Rolex should be ashamed of themselves for not even give it to an old school watchmaker to take on that challenge. My grandfather and Great great grandfather were master watch maker. Great Great grandfather was the general manager of Hamilton watch company in Lancaster pa for years. When they didn't have parts, THEY WOULD MAKE A NEW PART BY HAND. You telling me Rolex couldn't do that. I'm so proud of you for fixing it. I hope you signed inside the cover. You are an artist now. Neal

Vor year
Brei +46
Brei

i Agree! Rolex are horrible for not fixing such expensive products that they make.. This guy is amazing, felt his joy of fixing it and the owners joy of having it repaired so well

Vor year
Edward Sunley +41
Edward Sunley

Agree. Rolex should be ashamed. I have an Aston Martin. Aston Martin Works will take any Aston and make it like new. Pathetic Rolex can't be bothered to attempt the same. It would certainly put me off seeing any reason to buy into the brand.

Vor year
Simon Farquharson +1
Simon Farquharson

They are a non profit so why should they

Vor year
Lisa Glatter +4
Lisa Glatter

You got my attention because I have sausage fingers I could never do that . Bravo .

Vor 11 Monate
matt carnes +21
matt carnes

@Brei are they like gucci where the more popular they are the more shit they become?

Vor 11 Monate
SuryoyoABC
SuryoyoABC

Man you are a master at this. Not only at assembly this watch - the video angels and editing everything. 10/10. I enjoyed every minute of this video.

Vor 26 Tage
Britishvlog +3
Britishvlog

I'm extremely surprised, the dexterity, skill and understanding you have to put it back after you cleaned each and every minute part, mesmerising and great engineering

Vor Monat
Eric E. Hobbs +1
Eric E. Hobbs

What an amazing restoration … and memorialization of it on video. Your work is so masterful. Thank you for the journey and the wonderful, detailed explanation. What a learning experience each of your videos is!

Vor 5 Monate
OOPS!! Gaming +1
OOPS!! Gaming

I don't even wear a watch and yet somehow the video got recommended and I'm glad it did. Watched the whole thing without getting bored. That voice is captivating and the whole repair work is somehow very satisfying. Awesome job!

Vor 3 Monate
James Davis
James Davis

How you keep track of all those small pieces is impressive in itself. Just seeing you just place them all together on your mat gave me anxiety lol.

Vor 27 Tage
Stuart of Blyth +62
Stuart of Blyth

I can only imagine the emotion - on both sides - when you gave the lady her Dad's watch restored to life again. Well done, Marshall.

Vor year
John Doe
John Doe

Amazing edit, amazing commentary, amazing restoration! Well done sir!

Vor 18 Tage
Kas b
Kas b

This was such a beautiful restoration. Great job bringing this watch back to life.

Vor Monat
Marc Griffiths +1
Marc Griffiths

Marshal, I've been watching your videos for a few years.... just love them. My father served his apprenticeship with Smith Industries, and even though he never worked professionally as a watch maker, he repaired vintage watches and clocks all his life. I remember him coming home from his normal job (woking for the Ford Motor Company), and always having watches to fix...he never taught me, but watching your videos just brings back so many memories of watching him, and unbelievably I still remember some of the part names, as I would often be with him as he'd go to the local watch part supplier to pick up parts. thanks so much for the videos!

Vor 3 Monate
விக்ராந்த் மேஷம்
விக்ராந்த் மேஷம்

I thought I won’t be watching this this after couple of minutes or so, but I completely watched it. I am not sure about the terminology but but this is one of those intriguing stuff that has silently attracted your attention and gives stunning climax. World class craftsmanship. Great work Sir!!! Salutes.

Vor 2 Monate
Glenn Harmes
Glenn Harmes

I enjoyed the heck out of this vid. This gentleman is precise, accurate and his narration, flawless. I have worked on a lot of stuff over the years. I started in the semiconductor industry 1980. I can appreciate precise repair work and specific lubricants for the particular task. He not only restored this gem , he made it even better. (Dial foot at 39:30) Great job.

Vor Monat
Dr ER +133
Dr ER

What often defines the value of any vintage item is the sentimental value of it. For watch collectors, this watch is worth the 25 000$ you put in the title, but for this lady, this watch is simply priceless for all of the memories and feelings that it brings back. Congratulations, you did an absolutely amazing restoration on this piece. You are a truly a pro in what you do ! She's is very fortunate to have known you.

Vor year
Wristwatch Revival +33
Wristwatch Revival

Thank you, and I agree and the owner agrees as well after talking with her!

Vor year
S.A. Bohm +6
S.A. Bohm

@Wristwatch Revival you did a great Job on that watch !

Vor year
andres bonifacio +2
andres bonifacio

awesome and truly inspiring ( craftsman and wonderful human being ).. kind regards

Vor year
JubileeValence
JubileeValence

@Wristwatch Revival Marshall I’m being contacted from someone claiming to be you from this video in comments. Very bad English and they also have the ability to delete messages. Just a heads up buddy. If this one gets deleted I’ll report for you as they’re obviously in your system somehow manipulating messages. Something about a contest giveaway. Cheers!

Vor year
Daniel Cadwell +1
Daniel Cadwell

@JubileeValence The scams are everywhere on YouTube.

Vor 9 Monate
peek-a-boo bear
peek-a-boo bear

Extremely polite and interesting presentation of an incredibly detailed job working with such tiny parts. Very professional. I'm not interested in watches but I was able to watch the whole video with no regrets. Absolutely fascinating. Will definitely subscribe.

Vor Monat
Mossab Diae +8
Mossab Diae

"As a professional, seek to achieve a level where people enjoy just by watching you do your job". So much respect not only to your skills but to the hard work and dedication you did to acquire them, I don't know why YouTube suggested this to me (as a software developer) but didn't regret clicking and watching the whole video. Keep it up, subscribed.

Vor 11 Tage
Ayo chill
Ayo chill

You’re a master Sir, Kudos to you for working so hard to restore this watch, which ultimately represents this late mans legacy. I hope it’s worn with pride for generations.

Vor 2 Monate
Rip The Ripper +1
Rip The Ripper

Great story and awesome restoration Marshall. Helping others in life is more important than money. Holier than thou Rolex proving to everyone that money is more important than the human spirit. Not surprising, but disappointing just the same.

Vor 9 Tage
Nitesh
Nitesh

just got this in my recommendation and i must admit that the restoration was perfect :) so bad that Rolex themselves don't want to fix this watch as you mentioned that we need patience with this type of restoration. At last you made it work just alike before and now it will go on working many generations i believe and you will be remembered sir for making this watch alive again :) kudos :) i will hope around and surely watch your other amazing videos

Vor Monat
Bernhard Behling +292
Bernhard Behling

Marshall, as a Vietnam vet myself I just want to say to you that your work on this watch didn't just restore a treasured piece for your client, it honors the legacy of the fellow Vietnam vet who owned and wore it. On his behalf, I thank you.

Vor year
Jeff Rose +14
Jeff Rose

That was one of the reasons I subscribed. My father was a 2 tour Vietnam vet (28 years army) and this made me think of him....

Vor year
moofdogg mike +8
moofdogg mike

thank you for your service sir.

Vor year
Daniel Kimble +8
Daniel Kimble

Thank you for your service, Mr. Behling. I wasn’t alive and able to say it then, but I am alive and able now; Welcome home!

Vor year
0791oettam
0791oettam

thank you for your service sir

Vor year
Gumnam Musafir
Gumnam Musafir

expert level 100. thanks for sharing you are one in a million. the amount of patience, steady hand and concentration needed to do such a fine job is amazing

Vor Monat
Andrew Charnovsky
Andrew Charnovsky

Incredible. I have always wanted to see a luxury watch taken apart fully and re-assembled. I was glued to my screen the entire time, watching in wonder as the cleaning and assembly was done. Outstanding work.

Vor 2 Monate
Nesdel Rojas
Nesdel Rojas

Impresionante trabajo, la verdad que pensé que tendría que reemplazar toda la maquinaria, lo que demuestra lo bien fabricado que puede estar un Rolex. Felicitaciones.

Vor 5 Monate
Michael Topitz
Michael Topitz

Great! I didn't even look at my watch once, the repair was so fascinating. It's so wonderful when someone masters their craft.

Vor 10 Tage
chas766
chas766

Man, i was on the elliptical machine at 24 hr fitness and this popped up. I was so invested in this project and got 12,000 steps in haha without knowing. Great job and narration. Will sub and 'watch' more of your videos. Excellent craftmanship.

Vor Monat
StingRay +164
StingRay

Marshall is a god-tier expert at restoring watches when he can do a job even Rolex can't do, and no one else is willing to fix it. This man deserves a medal🎖

Vor year
I Shoot Watches +3
I Shoot Watches

AYFKM?

Vor year
+9

@I Shoot Watches Why are you so offended by the idea that Rolex refused to complete the repair? With the extent of damage to the movement and likely necessity for limited-stock replacement parts, it's possible that they did not want to devote the necessary resources to this repair. They are currently behind on repairs, and many of their experienced watchmakers have recently retired. Guess living in Geneva didn't cue you in to all of the factors at play here.

Vor year
No Longer Amused +13
No Longer Amused

Not that Rolex couldn't do the repair, it's that they didn't want to. They'd rather sell you a new watch.

Vor year
Dustin +1
Dustin

@I Shoot Watches I don't want Google to translate it, unless it translates into the "slang".

Vor year
rory vonbrutt +2
rory vonbrutt

@No Longer Amused Everyone's always got excuses these days why they can't❗️'' it's that they won't ! '' ‼️®™️ 😡😡

Vor year
Tony Unica
Tony Unica

The amount of respect and admiration for your skill that I have for you sir cannot be put into words, truly remarkable!

Vor 2 Monate
Julie
Julie

I already had a lot of respect for your talent but after having a minor snafu with my own watch while simply changing the batteries I have even more respect! Working with and manipulating those microscopic parts is no joke. I always enjoy your videos

Vor 3 Tage
Satori Cinematic Production
Satori Cinematic Production

Excellent job on the restoration! I was surprised Rolex refused to repair it. Thank you for sharing.

Vor 5 Monate
TravelingFrog
TravelingFrog

You have a good voice, diction and tone. The whole package makes watching your channel so enjoyable. And your skills are just so impressive. I was a custom furniture maker but my fingers were never as steady as yours. As you can guess from me being a subscriber, I do have a passion for watches and yet, every time I open a case, my fingers shake just from the nervousness and inexperience. Great camera work as well. Thanks.

Vor 17 Tage
randomVids
randomVids

This was very interesting. The amount of engineering in that tiny piece is amazing. Few of things that I take for granted!!

Vor 3 Monate
Alan Green +60
Alan Green

I imagine people like yourself with the knowledge patience to repair these wonders of engineering are becoming rarer and rarer. Your skills are only surpassed by the designers and engineers who conceived these marvels in the first place!! Bravo! Keep up your fine work.

Vor year
robert simpson +4
robert simpson

The designers and engineers were no where to be found, basically ran in fear of this watch. This is a god amongst men.

Vor year
lou cal3
lou cal3

and machinists...

Vor year
Sir Bowen
Sir Bowen

Amazing tools you got. Amazing Job you have done. So much passion, knowledge and skills. And the best, your customer can see what you have done exactly. (In an auto repair shop you only get the bill presented and no one knows what was really done.) The feeling when it starts working was like a successful heart surgery. I could really feel your happiness and the pressure that was gone. As a mechanic and maintainer, I can only thank you for this video. A different world but somehow the same. Very interesting Video. Thanks a lot for that.

Vor Monat
Rhen Merchant
Rhen Merchant

Great story great job on the resto. Its sad to know that Rolex refused to work on it. They are, after all, the actual experts. I feel like that was abandoning a customer.

Vor Monat
dundeeecroc +1
dundeeecroc

WOW!! I was glued to the screen! love how you made this watch come back to life and with all those little tiny pieces, whew! good job!

Vor Monat
Wellington Ribeiro
Wellington Ribeiro

Que trabalho.... Bem executado parabéns pelo trabalho

Vor 2 Monate
Stephen Webb
Stephen Webb

Rolex refusing to restore this watch tells me everything I need to know about the company. Amazing work and good for you helping this person.

Vor Monat
Anvil Angst +297
Anvil Angst

This was the first time I have seen anything like this, and to observe the disassembly, repair and reassembly of a Rolex is quite awe inspiring! I was completely mesmerized for the whole process.

Vor 11 Monate
Hugo Lall
Hugo Lall

Really good my whole family have owned chunks of hublot they were master watch makers you are good at watch making well done

Vor 10 Monate
Thom Krone +3
Thom Krone

it's The Voice

Vor 10 Monate
dave herbert
dave herbert

Same here

Vor 10 Monate
Ben Hesterly
Ben Hesterly

Wow, I could feel some of your tension. I know absolutely nothing about watch repair, but I stay in awe of you. If Rolex doesn’t try to steal you away I would be surprised.

Vor Monat
B C
B C

If I had the tools and better eyesight I still don't think I could do such clean work. I found this channel a day or two ago and I've watched about a dozen videos already. Liked and subbed.

Vor 18 Tage
sp33dbump33 33 +7
sp33dbump33 33

She not only got the watch back, she also get a very detailed video to document the whole process, definitely learn more about watch and may start to appreciate the watch more than before. Thanks to the God-like watchmaker!

Vor 5 Monate
American 🇺🇸
American 🇺🇸

Wow, you are incredible and whoever engineered this watch to make it what it is is nothing short of a genius.

Vor 4 Monate
Don Moore
Don Moore

It must have been devastating to the owner when Rolex declined to repair this. Very interesting to watch your repair skills. It is amazing that parts can be found.

Vor 11 Tage
John Kastelic +175
John Kastelic

I'm positive that the owner is more appreciative than you could ever imagine. Outstanding work! I'm happy for the owner and for you...the enjoyment you got when you saw that the watch worked, absoluteiy came through in the video. Again, well done!

Vor year
Gerald Seet
Gerald Seet

Same thoughts here! Glad the owner found u!

Vor year
Keith Hill
Keith Hill

I don’t understand why the factory refused to service this watch. It seems you were a little nervous taking the movement apart but you took it totally apart. It seems that it wasn’t all that difficult for you but it’s ouvious your a pro. I love people who exactly what there doing. Fun to watch you!!!

Vor Monat
David S
David S

Great job 👏 never watched an entire YouTube video ever. I really like the commentary. It was a bunch of mixed emotions every step of the way. Beautiful time piece. Excellent restoration.

Vor 2 Monate
Noman
Noman

this video just stumbled on my home page since i have no great inrerest in watches but damn i cant believe the stress and complications these watches go through when they are made and restoring feels like you doing an open heart surgery. Wanted to kill some time and watching this made me almost forgot about time for a bit . Great work

Vor 26 Tage
Arsenio Lopez +1
Arsenio Lopez

Saw the whole video and wow, I loved it. I'm not in anyway a watch Rolex restoration watching guy but man this had me at the edge of my seat. Nice job

Vor 2 Monate
Corsica River Marine Surveys +1
Corsica River Marine Surveys

Well done sir!! One question ive always had is how do you know what type of torque to put on the caseback when you screw it back on? Do you just hand tighten it until it wont move anymore? Or is there a scientific way to set the case back tightness

Vor 3 Monate
nicholastrawinski +94
nicholastrawinski

I love the idea of "company refuses yo fix own product, dude on youtube does it himself" I cant imagine the horror when such an expensive piece gets ruined, or the joy she felt when she got to pass it off to you. Another job well done good sir!

Vor year
Dan Gerous
Dan Gerous

Happens every day... Most warranties are 1 year.

Vor year
nicholastrawinski +1
nicholastrawinski

@Dan Gerous who mentioned warranty? I know i didnt. Try again?

Vor year
Future Updates
Future Updates

hahaha.. one of marketing technique?

Vor year
Petrolhead +2
Petrolhead

Wow, I stumbles accross this video. Not into watches but being an engineer appreciated the work you did referring the watch and the patience you need working with tiny pieces. A credit to you

Vor year
btfofffice +5
btfofffice

Yes it undermines faith in Rolex.

Vor year
Marvin Luig
Marvin Luig

Sir, i bow down to how you do your work. I'm just an Automotive Engineer but you are super amazing. I had to hold my breath when you put that watch together. Simply amazing.

Vor 2 Monate
Lonnie Hawley
Lonnie Hawley

I could watch this forever. A great restoration!

Vor 2 Monate
Keichou Blogger / Gaming Channel
Keichou Blogger / Gaming Channel

on this side of youtube, this isn't my normal entertainment genre. But god i really enjoyed watching this video. Especially with someone with 0 knowledge of how these things work. seeing every tiny intricate part having the TLC it needed and so well professionally done made this really enjoyable to watch. thank you WWR. +1 follow.

Vor 9 Tage
Enzo Bet +2
Enzo Bet

Awesome work! The only observation is that brass and stainless steel aren't prone to damage from rust since both materials don't rust as steel. In fact all the rust in the movement came from ferrous metal (steel) and was extended through out the parts. Magnificent job and the best is that you really have the conscience to work as an art curator while you make your magic.

Vor 2 Monate
Delta Johnny
Delta Johnny

Great comment, and I got perplexed when I heard that. Very nice video!

Vor 20 Tage
Mkenya Halisi
Mkenya Halisi

Got fully invested...watched you take apart every single piece and put it back together...what some mastery...I would have paniced myself 😊

Vor 2 Tage
mishael1 +162
mishael1

Once in a long while, I get a video recommendation that doesn't relate to my usual interests. And I enjoyed this one thoroughly! Your passion to your craft of both repairing watches and making videos about it shines through this entire our of footage. You deserve this traffic you are getting man, awesome work.

Vor year
stijn carney
stijn carney

This just kept me glued to my screen for the full duration. Really impressive to see all those components and screws and those specialized tools. Thank you for a great video and being so kind to give that whatch a second lease on life.

Vor 2 Monate
Cinco de Maru
Cinco de Maru

Didn't realize I'd watch through the entire 52 minutes of this video. The way you narrated through the process was surreal in a sense that it really got me hooked. Subscribed.

Vor 20 Tage
Amy Preuit
Amy Preuit

Magnificent!! It is astonishing that you and others have these elevated skills. It is mesmerizing to watch. I would send the vid to Rolex and show them what determination and caring can do, where they declined. Very well done, sir 51:42

Vor 5 Monate
Scott Evans
Scott Evans

Have to say I found this video both educational, and hart warming, great content, haven’t seen anything on YouTube even close to this, keep up the good work!👍

Vor Monat
grimreaper289
grimreaper289

Incredible video! I watched the whole thing. It doesn’t matter that you are a professional, this is just outstanding work. And great that you left the hands as they were and did not clean them.

Vor 5 Monate
LuvnSno HatinMud +242
LuvnSno HatinMud

Love your page, I was a classically trained watchmaker (retired nearly 20 years ago) nice to see the trade being carried on, unfortunatly my hands and eyes no longer allow me to enjoy the practice ( its all I can do to to keep my old Rodania divers watch running without destroying it). Restored many classic watches, a couple of Patek Phillipe and Breitlings particularlly come to mind. I hear the jubilation of a successful project in your voice as you place the balance and it goes to full bank. looking forward to seeing more !!

Vor year
Krystalized +4
Krystalized

Seems like cap ngl

Vor year
waynebinuk +1
waynebinuk

What a fabulous video and a great way to unwind after a stressful day (no pun intended). I know where to come should I ever drop a Rolex exposed to salt water. Can I ask how much a restoration of this kind would actually cost at today's rates?

Vor 2 Monate
David Hucks
David Hucks

great job and patience glad you were able to help the lady out - and restore a vintage watch at the same time. Enjoyed the vid and the entire process.

Vor Monat
Nephilim1977
Nephilim1977

Never knew there were so many parts inside of a watch. Very intriguing. Also at 36:14 that moment where it comes back to life is really satisfying.

Vor 2 Monate

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