Restoring a MOULDY Tag Heuer back to factory condition 

I’m an 80’s teenager and these TAG’s were more popular in Los Angeles, California than Rolexes for a long time. It WAS the watch to have along with your 325i BMR and Depeche Mode playing on KROQ. I love TAG’s and you my friend brought back many memories with your restoration. Enjoy the Silence!!!

"It had lost all of it's razzle dazzle from the 90's" Haven't we all. Thanks for sharing so freely. :)

Honestly, you are a talented watchmaker who restores worn watches to their shine, like they just left the factory. 

This is a very special place for me. It reminds me of my uncle, who worked very hard every day and took a correspondence course to be a watch repairman. He was very good and was able to stop his hard work in construction and concentrate on his first love, watches. I remember watching him work and was amazed at the work he produced. Thank you for bringing back such memories. When the secretary of War and Finance returns and the question of the camera lens is broached, remind her that if you would have had the lens before the unfortunate thumb accident, it may have been prevented. Remember, better optics, fewer accidents. My very best wishes for the coming year. God Bless.

Tell the accountant a 71 year old grandmother in Canada appreciates the improvement in the quality of the video

I was feeling his melancholic vibe and suddenly “And so I bought a new macro lens” - Hahahah.

MY FIRST WATCH IN THE 90'S,FAB WATCH,NEVER LEFT MY WRIST IN 15 YEARS

Nothing short of amazing, I am in the camp of returning the lume to its former glory. The watch is still a daily driver and really needs to be functional even at night. I understand the other side as well, showing all its battle scars, but there is still a war to be fought, so we all must press on ;)

The comic delivery is every bit as good as the quality of the work. Extremely interesting and entertaining.

At first, I wasn't too keen on this watch, but after seeing the whole process, it made me appreciate it far more. You did an impeccable job!

Great video. Bringing the old and tired back to a new and vibrant life. I think it's great!

There is an old accountant saying ; “it’s always better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission” - very clever.

Spectacular! Now I realise how shabby my 1999 TAG 2000 looks.

I have this watch! I rarely wear it anymore as it's so tiny on my wrist but tag heuer was the first watch maker I truly fell in love with. Great video as always!

Your humour and your commentary make these videos for me, many smiles and a chuckle or two... Salut 🙏

I think this channel is great and the skill of the watchmaker evident. It really is a labour of love. I'll say one thing though, l remember these Tag models from the 90s. They cost a few hundred pounds back then. I don't mean to be horrible but even back then they didn't look like watches costing hundreds of pounds and they certainly don't today. However beauty as they say is in the eye of the beholder and they may have sentimental value to someone.

My brother was given this exact model as a wedding present 30 years ago and he has worn it every day for the past 30 years. It is still in fantastic condition.

Most certainly not a million miles from a factory finish!! Your case work is unparalleled. Another superb job.

The timepiece alchemist, turning one man's trash into another's treasure! Crackin' good job!

OMG THANK YOU SO MUCH. Work from home, wife passed 2 years ago and I watch RU-vid videos. I’ve gain interest in watch making and servicing. BUT, your videos have touched my heart with the way you interact with your children. The same principal as I used. Then you also touch my funny bone like very few have. To me you are now a dear friend and I hope that someday we meet. Thank you for your channel

From the involuntary asmr to the funny comments, I love what you do. Knowledge and patience. Thank you a thousand times for sharing. Good to know your hand is better and family safe after vacations. Regards from Costa Rica.

Don’t even know what I’m looking at, but this guys sense of humor is so refreshing. Awesome work. And awesome sense of humor.

Writting from the Apache Reservation NM USA I am from California ,west los angeles visiting family .As it is so boring I need stimuli and you show keeps me alive .Luv Luv luv n on n on n on.thank. You !

I’ve had this very watch in 94’ (that’s 1994 if you’re reading this in 2094). It was left at the gym floor at university during volleyball game. Only to be lost forever. Really enjoying your videos!

You are awesome! You have a wonderful family, a really great team! We out here in the wild love and appreciate all that you do sir!! Keep up the excellent work! Cheers!

Find these videos not only very informative and educational but most of all relaxing. Thank you.

All your vlogs are hypnotizing & I stay to the end, not speeding forward to see the end result.Thank you for this experience to know what a ARTIST does ! God Save the Queen ! Anacortes,Wa.

I know I'm not alone when I say your videos are clearly extremely educating, wonderfully calming to watch, a glimpse of a masterfully skilled craftsman, but they are from my perspective a perfect example of what genuine inspiration looks like. Thank you very much for your videos, I truly wanna shake your hand. Greetings from Denmark.

I'd be happy to have that on my wrist 😁 I remember the late 1980's TAGs were affordable but then with advertising & F1 they doubled in price within 3 or 4 years.

I would be immensely proud to wear this piece as you have finished it!

I got sent here from a Beyond the press video where they were pressure testing dive watches...well mostly crushing them in a pressure chamber. This is fantastic content and I’m now subscribed. Always a treat to watch a craftsman at work.

That's a beauty I once owned a tag 1000 professional and I had it for a good thirty something years. I now own a formula 1 quartz with the green/red logo it keeps good time for me tag heuer 4 life.

as much as i love the restoration process, the commentary absolutly makes this one of the best channels to watch. Thank you so much for your content and contribution to sociaety by documenting not only restoration but your life in simple but humorous videos. One day i would love to have you resore one of my watchs.... nothing fancy but something very sentimental. Once again thank you!

The painted sections on the case and bezel are a nice touch. As always, great video and glad you're on the mend 👍

You mention that you took a vote on reluming the dial. Yes. Absolutely. The first video that I saw was the Omega pocket watch. I yelled at my phone (where I watch videos) "No!!!!" I thought putting the crystal on a grinder was insanity. The whole way through I thought you were making mistake after mistake. (I am an industrial electrician.) In the end I was in awe. You are a magician of the first order. Always. ALWAYS. ALWAYS!!! Restore the timepiece to new. Give it another 100 years to get a "patina" (corrosion). I bow to your superior abilities Sir!

I missed Troubles little voice! Glad you’re all back!!

Brilliant video! Loved every moment of it. Hope you healed well, take care and keep up the great work!

Great use of my time, I enjoy your narration and skills. A pleasure to watch your efforts.

Watching these videos is my primary source of Zen therapy in times of trouble and stress.

It was not a good idea to restore this watch it was a Fantastic idea. It looks Magnificent. Great Work Sir

Really love the watch after it's tuneup.

Your video is both entertaining and therapeutic. It is inspiring to watch your patience in action and your commitment to work (and rework) as needed to get the desired result. And though an accountant will never admit it, they know that a good business needs to invest in itself on a regular basis!

I just happened across your site yesterday and I am so glad I did. I love watching craftsmen working on watches without taking every little screw out so slow and a running narrative that never stops. Your site is just perfect and your sly sense of humor is not wasted on me👍🏻

I have tag heuer Prof. 2000, an old watches that is still running with its renata battery today. The best quality quartz watch I ever have so far.

Great to have you back! Personally, I love seeing things restored and given new life. I can understand why others like the scratches and patina though.

This channel you've created... What a thing of beauty!

While I love all types of mechanical videos, including watch repair and refurbish videos, this is the first time I have found myself salivating over a watch. I bought my mother, at her request, a cheap knock off of a divers watch with money from my first job. This watch, although newer by some twenty five years, would be the archetype of that watch. I think your logic was impeccable. This beautiful watch deserved to be restored so a new owner could enjoy it as new. I tire of restorations that make a machine functional, but leave it half done. If this had been a ‘65 GTO making it run would be only half the job. In my eyes you made the right decision. (are you listening Derek Bieri?)

I think you did it justice, not every watch should be in the original 'as factory, as worn' condition. Some watches deserve to be 'reborn', and live life again. Really nicely done refurbishment.

Replacing the lume was a fantastic segment. Your fine muscle control is incredible!

I love listening to you, you’re hilarious and well mannered. Lots of class! Stay well!

I have a nice Tag which I bought several years back for the princely sum of 2.5K as I recall. The mechanism packed up and I managed to find a watch repairer who had a spare Bosch mechanism, which is used in this type of watch. I put it back on today as it normally languishes in my bedside table. Thanks for this excellent video.

I remember selling these back in the day, thank you for the great video and memories.

The new lens is incredible! It could double as a helpful aid in removing a sliver from the tiny hands of your usual helper. It practically pays for itself.

Absolutely an amazing job!

Looks amazing, as always the transformation is magical. Keep up the wonderful work.

I'm addicted to this channel. I hope you make a video of a Hamilton restoration or service oneday

I think you made this watch into a very presentable daily driver ! The lume really highlights it. I didn't know you had thumb problems, so I am very glad you have recovered, and are able to turn out these fantastic videos, especially with your new "magnifying lens". Do have a very prosperous and safe new year. Stu xx

One of the coolest voices and personality on RU-vid. Thank you for another great video, good sir. Be well 🙏🏽

30 years being vintage makes me ancient I am now saddened, hopefully this looks good enough at the end that i feel better. I enjoy your commentary please continue. Lens is worth it.

I enjoy watching all you do to the watches including the polishing. It is not boring it is relaxing and educational.

Some of the most therapeutic Viewing at 6am on RU-vid

Don't be scared of the accountant brother. We have your back. Just keep blaming us.

Glad you decided to give it a complete makeover. It looks beautiful. I had a similar model, the 4000 series in automatic movement. I loved the ruggedness of the watch and wore it daily. Unfortunately one time during oceanographic work on an offshore supply ship, the crown unscrewed a little, and the secondary O-ring failed. Seawater ingressed into the watch, and it was a couple of days before I discovered it. The movement became a complete rust bucket and was destroyed. The watch sat in the drawer for a few years until I pitched it. I really miss that watch and if I had my time back I would have installed a new movement.

The production value and creative input(s) have made the subject very enjoyable and interesting. Keep up the good work! We appreciate the macro btw.

Very relaxing. "lend me your ears...." It would be lovely to watch you apply your service mark at the end of the job...

I've repaired this model loads of times. The first time i tried to remove the bezel i accidently gouged the TAG logo at 12 and had to order a new case middle. This guy whipped it off quite nicely first time. And I personally would have left the dial alone but he did a pretty decent job on the lume.

The TAG looks fantastic again, well done. The video, music, and your skill as a watch repairer is superb. Many thanks

your vids are like meditation to me. ty for your effort and friendly greets to all earthlings,too.

I remember wanting this watch so much in '92-'94. Couldn't justify the price for a quartz at that age, when Seiko and Swiss Army had some really nice pieces at 1/4 of the price.

“Fiscal disobedience” love it !!

You've done a great job bringing this beauty back to life. Thanks for restoring it to it original look.

My broom has had three new heads and four new handles "I love that old broom and would never get rid of it" - Another great Video - Stay safe - Joe

Loved the "brakes" sound effect! We wont tell the Accountant. Lol

I love watches and am glad there are people like you who take care of the old and damaged. Great video.

While watching, it crossed my mind that watchmakers would be great surgeons, very precise and meticulous and patient.

I think the new lume looks great. And the new macro lens really is nice!

A new channel coming to RU-vid “ The Homeless Watch Maker”

I love your attention to detail, and your sense of humour!

Great video, amazing quality, fantastic close ups. This is excellent tutorial ! Thank you 🙏 Here my few cents of personal experience: 1)For that two part epoxy you used for small dots- try burning some rubber under the glass to get black soot collected under, then scrape that soot and add it to two part epoxy to make it darker. Yes you can buy black ink, or use permanent black marker, but we’re improvising here today😉 1.5) Also I use flat wooden stick dipped in acetone to remove excess paint when paint filling. 2)always use white paint/primer (wait for it to dry) before applying main color. Ive notice colors get brighter and more correct to the color you’re matching. 3)I like to use very small syringe to apply paint.Make sure the paint is thin enough to flow through the needle. I grind the sharp point off with very fine grit stone. If that tiny needle is still too big for the job- get pliers and pinch the tip together. Now try it. If over pinched, twist a needle 90 degrees and pinch slightly again. Syringe application is less messy and easier to apply. So these are my few shares of personal experience. Please don’t take it like Im telling how to do, No no Im simply sharing. *Wish you and your family a long healthy, happy life and prosperity to your youtube channel.*

33:52 the accountant checking up what he’s doing, 😂 She’s just seen the accounts for a lens....

Love this channel. Both the work and the humour. Keep 'em coming.

Love watching your videos. Your technical skill, steady hands and soft spoken commentary as well as the little bits of humor are all appreciated. Carry on my friend!

yes, yesssss in the verrrrry verrry old days, we used goat droppings to apply pigment to the watch details! Ahh....yes.. those were the good old days!

Not my firs time watching this vedio. And I'm still impressed and memorised watching it🥃🥃

Your patience is matched only by your family kindness what a terrific job and loads of patience required so exacting and well marvelous another great job

Nekkid, another gem of a video ! That Tag has been to hell and back but the heart still beats !

Wow, what a beautiful work of art! I admire your craft, words and music - please consider uploading a video that tells your story and how you got into watchmaking mastery, who was your sensai, etc. :) Keep them comming for us! Cheers

... "so I've bought a new macro lens" :-D Well done man.

I don't know shit about watches landed on this guy page and found his voice and accent so relaxing

Absolutely remarkable restoration chap keep up the good work

I agree with your judgement about restoring this watch. It's difficult for me to equate vintage watches with the wear of time that makes furniture so interesting and this is not some antique timepiece. I do not believe that those who buy fine watches at any period in History, wanted them to get beat up. they were and still are costly investment. Cheers, Rik Spector

I'm glad you chose to lume. The whole thing looks great!

As usual, the restoration process is remarkable. Now a Derma Doctor has refurbished the watch with vibrant, aesthetic results. The Tag logo's green is fine but the Heuer's Red is quite pale and vanishing; but you did your darndest best, I would not complain. The bezel found its old glory, thanks to the man's deft hands on the intricacies. Listening to you is like listening to a good shrink who will not overcharge you way off the charts. But I did not do a shrink, anyway. Thanks for being honest with your emotions. It's Ok not to feel Ok, life is no more Pollyanna all the time. While telling us how melancholic you were with all that's brewing in our world is simply relatable. Your way with words tells me you have rich life experiences more than anyone could fathom. An old British soul. If you don't mind my annoyance, Nekkid are you pure-bred British? You may or may not answer me.🤔 Shalom.

Thank you for all your fascinating and skilled work. You make them beautiful again.

It's not miles away from the factory finish, it's pretty damn close if you ask me. Good job Sir.

As a new subscriber and new to watchmaking would love to see a video on tools, books etc. thanks for a great video.

Incredible workmanship! The new lime looks incredible!

Looks great, you did the best thing, another 30 years use ahead, well done and keep the uploads coming👍

I have a feeling you earned back your camera already. Great quallity!

Adding the lume was the right thing to do. Excellent job? I thought so. Well done.