A few of those non jewel/one jewel movements look like BFG movements. I did a restoration of one recently on my channel (Eastfield). It was a really simple, uninspired movement but it ran beautifully after a service. I wouldn’t hesitate to work on another if the timepiece was interesting or particularly unique. Nice video!
Hi, glad you liked the video! They had a purpose when new, I occasionally work on them for clients where the watch has sentimental value. If not to worn they are nice to work on, but you get a worn one you need to replace all the bushings ect it can get labour intensive👀
It can be done! But a professional case maker would probably charge more than the watch is worth. For me to learn the skill it would take a lot of time and effort.. I’ll keep an eye out for a donor for now.
I've sold watches on E bay, and I can say that most people buy a watch because of the look or they collect a specific brand. The movement is of no interest. People collect Timex which have no jewels at all, but they are history and elegance and are very durable.
You are correct. If you can’t work on the watch yourself it’s definitely not a great deal. As I can work on it myself or use parts it will work out over the long run:)
I usually do it when working with watches, especially when opening a case back. Your fingers sweat can in the long run stain movements and dials. Seen many watches for ever marked in that way.
@@Mitkawatch oh ok you know you can get latex "finger cots" or we call them "finger condoms" specifically designed for the watch industry and small electronic parts without the need for full sweaty hand glove cover. Nice eterna and smith by the way 😉
@@justmeeagainn When a Military person wears a cap it is part of a uniform. I did 35 years in the Military and proud of it. This is one of the reasons I have a go at pepole who are not in the military wearing a cap for no specific reason. You never answered my question. Insecure or what?
