1940s RADIOACTIVE JAEGER LeCOULTRE RESTORATION | how to nickel plate, movement service tutorial 

The Einstein equation and the flux capacitor sketch made my day. I really enjoy it. :-)

This is no restoration, this is pure art

“The lume is made from radium, the stuff Godzilla is made out of!” 😁😁😁 That made my day!

This is my favorite watch channel because Nekkid Watchmaker takes it to another level. Not just humor but you make everything look so easy. No long dry commentry, no elitism just a good lad doing extraordinary job, repairing watches, giving them second or third chance. I hope you and your family are doing good and that we'll see so many more videos from you in the future.

This gentleman is informative, entertaining, extremely skilled and obviously a great father. I love the way he allows his young son to help. Awesome.

The smiley face on the finger was a nice cameo! I loved the "Loudmouth McJones who can't keep a secret and told the accountant that I had bought a new camera. And when I say accountant, you know who I mean" comment. LOVE!

This is brilliant. A master craftsman with a sense of humour.

The most fascinating part was the hands restoration with luminous material . I wasn't aware that they are hollow with an inlaid material. Beautiful job !

Stunning restoration. I would be proud to wear that watch.

I've been unwell recently with anxiety and lost my job caring for people with drug and alcohol problems, watching this has gave me an escape and calmness I've not felt in a long time thankyou.

such a kind soul. You can hear it in the way you talk about your kids. And your animals you make with your rubber gloves..lol

More men like this one is what this world needs. There used to be more, before we decided that money was the most important thing. How foolish we were. Past generations learned that lesson for us, but we didn’t take heed. Now, we are seeing the results, but it isn’t over yet. We still have a long road to travel. I am sad about leaving this broken mess for the next generation. But my travels are almost over now, so I do my best to advise my family and friends. I listen to the old radio programs fro the late ‘40’s and ‘50’s to keep my spirits up. I can hear a maturity and optimism in their voices. It is unmistakable, like a Southern accent. I am reminded of what we once were and could be again. Or should I say, will be again.

This has to be the 3rd time I've watched this video Joe. Master watchmaker and all round great human being. I find myself re-watching your videos over and over as I find myself learning each time, thanks.

When he made the “sounds like a bad marriage” comment, I had the best laugh of the day..maybe the week or even the month. 😂😂 It totally caught me off guard. This man is intelligent, witty and downright hilarious at times and his videos are mesmerizing. One of my favorite channels on RU-vid.

One may find artists, craftsmen, philosophers, photographers and narrators as good as you on You Tube BUT I cannot imagine finding any better. You are a gift that I and many others appreciate.

What a wonderful video. This has deeply touched me. Everything about this piece I find sensitive and beautiful. The commentary is both hilarious and informative and I would like to project all my love and respect. Truly wonderful

I know this is an old video but I’ve been watching all of your videos lately as I’ve been working through some very stressful events. Thank you so much for all that you do because it’s not just about watches. It’s so nice to see someone who understands that.

“And without my permission, one of my eyebrows went up slightly” haha love this guy. Joe you should become a scriptwriter and forget watchmaking mate

I have taken apart many of my dads old watches when I was a child . none ever got put back with all the pieces. I still wear them broken 50 years later now . They remind me of my dad. They all tell the correct time twice a day .

Love and care to you and your family, Joe! Thanks for the sensitive restoration.

You mentioned having OCD ( 25:54 ) approx. My watchmaker daughter has OCD, too. But guess what? Billie says that watchmaking saved her life from the slavery of OCD which leveled out her obsessive worries! After many struggling teenage years she is now excellent in this craft, just like you and with her I thank you, so much, for this enlightening video. I'm watching this in my lunch-break. You are such a joy, Joe. Many blessings to you and your family, Wendi 🌻

As a child, in the 1950's, I used to watch my Father strip down, clean and re-assemble time pieces for friends and relatives. I wouldn't talk, move or twitch, I was fascinated by what he was doing. I imagine you sitting there with a Jewellers glass, as you do this. My Dad never explained what he was doing, all I knew was that my Dad was a magician who gave people back what they needed. You speak about different oils and lubricants and cleaning methods. My Dad had lighter fluid for cleaning and 3In1 Oil for a lubricant. I now wish that I'd asked questions and asked him what he was doing and to teach me what he was doing. Hindsight gives you 20/20 vision. Carry on with what you're doing, I've shed a little tear for missed opportunities, but I really enjoy your professionalism and obvious love for your calling. More power to you and long may you continue.

Let the "accountant" know that we appreciate your sacrifice you've made for your fans!

Your son's comments about new camera is precious.🥰

This was the first vid I watched of yours and almost 2 years later you inspired me to learn watchmaking and I can service my own watches. A big thank you to you for your love and care in your vids. Without it I wouldn’t have tried. So this is my fav video.

Your workmanship is a joy to watch and your narrative is comical, kind and relaxed. Thank you for your wonderful videos!

The commentary and restoration both are from top shelf.

Just glue it back together and it will be fine. The humor is outstanding! ;-)

There's something so gratifying about seeing a vintage watch restored to its original beauty and function.

"Put the watch away in a drawer, and curl up in the fetal position for awhile"...lol

The owner is going to be thrilled with that . Great job

Absolutely brilliant and a work of art. The owner must be thrilled and I hope it’s being worn a lot. What an amazing skill you have . Congratulations

I watched this a year ago and came back again for another look. Stunning.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Those Radium girls will be happy to know that this one got restored safely!

You my friend are a true craftsman. Never let anyone convince you to change. You are a class apart and cannot be duplicated.

The best channel on RU-vid. You give the creator of all men the glory and honour. You inspire me to be a better man. Thank you.

the reason why you are so successful is because you make so interesting videos.. you might be the best watch repair guy on RU-vid.

Came here for the restoration, stayed for the witty repartee.

Your positivity, skill, unmatched, keep up the amazing work, and mentally

Unbelivable.. Work.. Men.. Watch.. everthing was make me forget about my dayly troubles.. its just so wonderful to listen to your voice, and to see what you can make, out of a totally damaged watch. Men, you are blessed!

Don't mess with "The Accountant" lol. Love these videos as they are gentle and humorous, but great engineering too.

In this disposable, mass-produced, digital age, this is so beautiful. I want to save what little I have left over each month, to buy one of these works of craftsmanship. Something to one day pass on to my granddaughter.

Wow pure craftmanship. I wish I could have my old watch serviced by you. ❤

That poem at the end was actually beautiful. Much love.

I think that is the most beautiful watch I've ever seen. What makes your videos really special is your voice-over. I enjoy the bed-time nature of what is more of a storyline than something purely technical and I love the technical info you mix in with the story. There is more to visualization than good camera work. I feel like I'm seeing a far broader image due to the quality of your voice and writing. Keep up the good work.

I never thought I would find a strip down and immaculate rebuild of a watch so interesting. I loved your humour. Very droll. I was completely drawn in . Thank you.

I love the way you narrate - it's poetry, really.

"So I was granted access to the lady's workshop. And when I say ladies workshop..." Your subtle wit, sir, is priceless!

I'm watching your videos before i go to sleep. Most beautiful and relaxing thing. You are a great human.

When I saw the watch at the begging, I thought no way this watch is going to turn out. Boy was I wrong, it turns out beautiful. Great job and thanks for sharing it with us.

The transformation is amazing, it is an honour to see true craftspeople at work.

Your work should be in museums. This is art.

The narratives are very poetic, and the craftsmanship is zen like.

Astonishing craftsmanship on a fine old watch that, to me, looked beyond saving. The skill, attention to detail and untold patience demonstrated in this video is truly mind boggling. The end result may have been far from perfect to your expert eye, but to me it looked practically flawless and I would be proud to own and wear such a beautiful vintage timepiece.

It’s pure joy to listen to a specialist so eloquently explaining the process:)

Another outstanding post. You really rejuvenated that tired soldier! Why is it that I feel good about my fellow man and life in general after listening to you ? We all know why.... Thanks again.

Just wow ! I would never have guessed it was the same watch afterwards.

Love the skill and the tlc showered on the watches. The humour is a bonus.

You should call yourself the poetic watchmaker. Brilliant work! 👏

Your voice is very soothing. The Earthquake must enjoy the stories (yarns) you tell him. Beautifully done.

I am an old retired auto repair tec who just today found your post. I greatly admire your love for God, your trade and human kind. If I weren't down in southeast Texas I would love to share an ice cream amid an interesting conversation on life in general. Stay great to your trade and fellow humans kind sir! I will enjoy your videos for as long as you provide them.

"this act of bravery became a shocking and traumatic ordeal causing him to place the watch in a drawer and curl up in a fetal position" reminds me of the time I attempted to spray paint the roof of my wife's car. What was shocking and traumatic for me was the looks my dear wife gave me when things went south. great vids brother, love your narrative not to mention the astonishing beautiful results of your work

I don’t know why I watch your channel more….for the fascinating breath of life you put into unloved gems or you attitude. Either way, thank you.

I dont know much about watches, but love your videos, how addictive they are!

Wow, the storytelling aspect of the intro is poetic.

Always done with love! You are an amazing dad and husband. Bless you!

I have learned so much from your videos and your incredible attention to detail. More importantly, your humor and humanity is a true inspiration. Thank you so much!

A master Jedi watchmaker at work. Awesome recovery. Thanks for the share.

Here's something you could add...the owner's reaction when you handover the restoration! I would love to see the reaction...sort of a reveal on all your videos. Cheers and God bless!

I stumbled across this and I am hooked.

3rd time watching this one, I'm 63 and have never heard the term, Fuffing about, so you learn something new every day, lots of Fuffing about on this one as evidenced with ice cream trucks, and cracked lenses sent, no wonder why the help was on you about getting this one done...:) another job well done, thanks Nekkid.

You should never worry about your video being too long. That was the shortest 44 minutes of my life! 😁Enjoyed the musical interlude by your brother as well.

when he finally finished, after the last polish and shine he wore glove 🧤 not to leave sweat, body oil, or fingerprints. You can tell he is a perfectionist.

Just fascinating listening to the master, and who would expect a nail file and an earthquake to be part of this drama? I “watch” every episode holding my breath but by some miracle it all goes back together.

Best watchmaker online great senses of humour. I myself am in this industry I know good when I see good.

Outstanding on every level. Even the social and philosophical ones…

Beautiful human being and love his family. What an extraordinary watch.

This video always comes up on my feed, and i watch it each time. The origin, the conflict, the resolution -- such a beautiful story, and you narrate them very well sir.

Another lesson in Love,Patience, Devotion and Craftsmanship

I wonder how many great watch makers and still yet humble as same as you left in the world .. salut

What an amazing restoration, and from a classic period in time. The nostalgia involving that timepiece can only be surmised. Perhaps sometime in the 1940s a well-to-do gentleman went into a shop and that watch caught his eye, and he purchased it. And who knows for how long that watch served his needs of timekeeping, perhaps decades. It really is a handsome timepiece. I love seeing things restored to their original luster.

Dear kind Sir: your talent is amazing. Your thoughtfulness and OCD processes are complete. And you were a poet on top of it. God bless you and yours. Everyone stay safe. 🇺🇸♥️

I ran across one of your videos by complete happen stance a couple of weeks back and have been down the rabbit hold ever since. After working for the government for many years, I am looking at retirement and a second act to keep me out of trouble, a must since I am unsupervised (meaning unmarried). Years ago a friend (engineer) turned me onto watches as beautiful pieces of engineering art. I have collected and cared for a few of my own now but never considered working on or restoring them. I absolutely love your detail and running commentary and humor. I can't get enough. I am looking into timepiece repair/restoration classes even now. Thank you for sharing.

I’m probably around the same age as the watch, but where can I find somebody such as yourself to breathe new life and care into me to make me run for another 70 years? Brilliant restoration. Mick.

Very satisfying! It had everything. Humor, love, chemistry, lume, ice cream, kids, history, nicely pronounced French, watchmaking, complicated works, cleaning and restoring, and good music. Kudos and cheers!

This is my kind of thing. The time and patience required to take apart something so complex to my eyes, clean it up and put it back together, without any left over parts.....superb. I'm fascinated and have learned a lot about many of the watch companies thanks to your inciteful and funny commentary. Whoever gets their watches returned after being so lovingly repaired/serviced/restored are very lucky people I wish you and your family all the very best for the future

You have the absolute best watch restoration channel. You're amazing.

I love the chatter and laughter.. 🤣 so handsome a watch..

You are not just an artist and craftsman, but a magician. Excellent job. It was amazing. 🖒👏

You have a dry sense of humor, I found myself truly laughing out loud starting with the happy face on your finger 😊 then with the yellow gloves and. Then the ice cream truck. The accountant lolololol!

A Magician with the purest form of humour.Fab combination.

I think I have never seen a more beautiful watch then this. And especially not a better restoration. Like phoenix from the ashes… you are a not a watchmaker. You are an artist.

Outstanding craftmanship; "a pleasure to see another worthy watch come back to life".

"Radium: The stuff Godzilla is made of." LOL!

Total support for going with the nickel look, instead of gold. Good call. I trust the new owner also loved the contrast of an austere exterior and the warmth of the face.

Beautiful. Love my 1953 Lecoultre bumper watch

I'm so glad that YT managed to put this video on my watch list somehow. It's really lifted my day!

"Let's see if we can make bitter sweet for him", love his sense of humor lol!

Wonderful work by a lovely humble family man. Thank you.

Sir, it is clear that The Almighty is in LOVE with you! The fine work you do and you're antic's and humor you bring, draw tear's to my face. May GOD truely, bless you and your's! Thank you...