Restoring a Vietnam-Era Military Watch I Purchased on eBay as "For Parts or Repair"

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Marshall restores another vintage watch, this time it's a 1960s military watch that was probably used in Vietnam. He picked it up off of eBay as a "for parts or repair" project, and sure enough it won't run at all. Plus the hands have degraded significantly, so it's quite a project!
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@doylecox7512 Месяц назад

I remember when I first started training in the watch shop on board the USS Bryce Canyon AD36 early 1971 they sent us to the bridge to remove the radium from the pointer on the Lead Helm we removed the pointer scraped off the radium and painted the pointer with a white luminous paint.The inspecting officer asked us what we had done with radium when we told him he called in a decon team secured the bridge and sent us both to sick bay to test for radium poisoning.

@peterking1134 Месяц назад

What did you do with the radium?

@richeyrich2203 Месяц назад

Did you inhale the powder? What happened?

@doylecox7512 Месяц назад

@@richeyrich2203 I guess not sick bay couldn’t find anything,

@doylecox7512 Месяц назад

@@peterking1134 just scraped it off like always. Decon team didn’t find anything I think they wiped down the bridge and put the rags in a lead box not sure what they did with the box. Never heard anything else about it

@jackpaxton9391 Месяц назад

There are watch shops on some military boats?? also awesome story :)

@Mziselman Месяц назад

There's something about a new crystal and an aged dial that's just beautiful.

@obRCmania Месяц назад

20:39 I bet that was a heart in mouth moment when that tiny little gear went flying

@jayc2469 Месяц назад

I'm glad someone else saw it flying out! 😱

@KD-KayakDanglerUK Месяц назад

Yep I saw it

@paulbarrows3244 Месяц назад

Setting wheel takes flight.. I saw the same thing. :)

@DanielCoffey67 Месяц назад

And then it magically reappears in place. Ah, the beauty of editing!

@FeArhsma21 Месяц назад

Ha Ha i didn't see your comment till after i had already written mine. Nice, you caught it too!!! God Bless you!

@BryanTorok Месяц назад

As you were talking about skills, knowledge, and technique, at about 17:10, I noticed you do something that was likely automatic for you and yet something many people don't know. As you were trying to install the screw and get the threads lined up, you gave it a partial turn in the opposite direction. You can see, and feel, the thread drop into place, then it is lined up when you turn it forward. I particularly like and recommend doing this if one is putting a screw into a soft material like plastic, wood, or even soft metals.

@OldSaltyBear Месяц назад

Thats so true. I do the same when I need to seat a bolt in tight quarters on one of my tractors... especially when I can't feel it drop in with my hands. A half turn in the opposite direction helps prevent cross threading... from tiny watch screws to valve cover bolts on tractors.

@davidcameron648 Месяц назад

This is very important with the self-tapping screws in plastic. A cross threaded screw can crack the plastic screw posts, leading to a very annoying repair.

@robmanueb. Месяц назад

Taken a few lenses apart, some with multithreads. They can take a long minute being turned backward before things lineup and fall into place.

@crumbopulis Месяц назад

This is because the threads on the bolt and the threads in the hole have a definite start, once the end of the threads meets the start of the others the “point” of the od threads drop into the id threads. Keep tinkering boys! There’s something new to learn every day!

@MarkiusFox Месяц назад

I learned of that from a precision shooting channel, 8541 Tactical. Very important when you're installing the screws for scope mounts.

@carltonbrooks2570 Месяц назад

Great job. I actually like this watch better than most of the more expensive/fancy ones you've done.

@traviskitchens9790 Месяц назад

Absolutely agree.

@ironwolfF1 Месяц назад

Yup, this watch has _purpose_ behind it (and perhaps a bit of history); it's not just another 'shiny' to decorate one's wrist.

@awilliamwright Месяц назад

Tearing down all the way, cleaning every part, and then putting back together with the right oils and seals is what I loved about rebuilding truck engines. Basically the same thing, just everything is bigger, haha.

@gotchagoing4905 Месяц назад

I have loved watches since I was a kid. I'm in my 70's now. I have Parkinson's so learning how to fix something as small and delicate like a watch would not be a good idea for me, lol. I can see it flying across the room now as I shout out, "WATCH OUT" as it sails out the window, lmao. The world of timepieces would never be the same. My passion is Seiko watches. I bought my first one in Japan during a stopover on the way to war. Excellent watches, and I still have a few in storage. Anyways, I really enjoy watching you do these delicate repairs. Take care and I hope you keep making these videos.

@scottnj2503 Месяц назад

Marshall, listening to you work on a watch, enjoying a beverage after work, is sublimely relaxing. At one level I follow the technology of the repairs. But I'm not now, nor will I become a watch fixer. What works is the narrative, your enthusiasm, the ease of your explanation stemming from your incredible expertise. Thanks.... BTW, after watching closely the tools you use. I now own a great set of tiny screwdrivers.

@zooxx3183 Месяц назад

Marshall! I just put my first movement back together :) It took a lot of patience, but the moment that balance wheel kicked up and ran by itself felt like hitting a home run. I'm hooked. Thank you for building my confidence and interest in such a rewarding hobby!

@wildbill9863 Месяц назад

Watch your videos whenever I wanna just relax clock out of life stress and enjoy some classic workbench craftsmanship Thanks again

@stephenm5000 Месяц назад

The mechanical empathy you demonstrate is a joy to view, often turning a screw 1/4 turn anti clockwise to get it seated, then screwing it firmly down clockwise, just wonderful...

@40Hoosier Месяц назад

I wish I could send you my mom's favorite watch. She passed away recently, and my dad is now in assisted living. While moving their stuff, I found her little watch. It doesn't work, but I keep it close. I have fond memories of her wearing it. Anyway, I love your videos and how detailed they are. If it wasn't for my hand tremors, I would pick up this hobby. It's fascinating. Keep up the great content. 👍

@Poperol Месяц назад

He does sometimes work on viewers watches , but please don't forget that some watch scalpers have contacted chanel viewers pretending to be him.

@WyvernDotRed Месяц назад

What @Poperol said. Ignore any comments here redirecting to a way to get in contact and shoot WWR an email, Instagram or Patreon message (whichever you can manage and confirm his account ownership of). You can always ask this way, if you expect to get no for an answer, acceptance of the job will be a pleasant surprise.

@normansmith9683 Месяц назад

I was a lucky when I was young I had a grandfather who repaired pocket watches as a hobby I spent a many of hours in my youth watching him. When I got old started doing it myself never tried wrist watches but in the early days of ebay I spent a lot buying pocket watches to repair and resale and picked up a few keepers along the way too. I have a few key winds which I love. I'm sure they could use a good cleaning now. My eye sight now that I'm in my 60s has got so bad I can no longer do it myself. So if you ever feel like you like to tackle one let me know I send them your way love to watch you show off one of my watches.

@kammer007 Месяц назад

I’m not really into watches but your commentary is what keeps me watching. Thanks

@andrewd7586 Месяц назад

Terrific soothing resto of a classic Benrus! I have 4 Vietnam issue, circa 1968 Benrus watches & a Hamilton. I’m in Australia & only yesterday I sent my Hamilton away for exactly this! Beyond my capabilities, I’ve sent it to a recommended watch restorer. The others are all still functioning ok, & I wear them occasionally. They still keep bloody good time too!👍🏼😎

@davidjowett8195 Месяц назад

Marshall. The most striking part of the watch has to be that face. It's so striking to look at, and behind ascratch free crystal it looks even better. That is certainly a watch I'd be happy to wear on a daily basis. Thank you for sharing your work. P.S. If your friend decides he doesn't want it......

@frankiethebear Месяц назад

The dial is gorgeous, I love these military types watches.

@tiagopires1419 Месяц назад

Have faith man from Portugal here 🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹✌️🥂

@chrisanderson2368 Месяц назад

It is a very handsome watch.

@robertjwilliams3532 Месяц назад

I have watched you and others for a couple, three years and really enjoy the "craft". After watching this and other great success, I think "I'm gonna do this!". Then I think: with recent eye problems and being 82 years old with some short term memory problems, (no more than most old farts) AND the cost of tools AND limited experience using the internet to do research and finding and buying things (that are what they say they are), I think I am better off watching you guys that make it look so easy and enjoyable on UTUBE. Thanks to all of you who make these wonderful videos.🤓

@Vincornelis Месяц назад

Hi Marshall watching your videos made me want a vintage watch but I didn't think there was anything in the family. Last week I found my late grandfathers watch it's nothing special an old Seiko of a type they actually still make but anyway now it's off at local jewelers for a service. Hopefully it all goes well and I can wear it for daily use.

@mbrombert Месяц назад

Absolutely stunning watch. Such a simple design and a great strap added! Well done.

@blister762 Месяц назад

The myriad of tools watch makers use is astounding. I was watching a video the other day where an antique rounding up tool was used. Add in the crystal press and you can understand why the hobby can be expensive. But all hobbies can be expensive. Especially if done correctly 😊. Excellent video, thank you.

@kentvikman1086 Месяц назад

Here I was, perusing for something to watch and you post at this very minute. Excellent 👍

@happygimp5167 Месяц назад

You know, not only am i amazed at how Marshell is able to work with such incredible small peices that those watches have. But I would LOVE to see those that actually BUILD those amazingly small screws and springs! I love this channel and wtching Marshall work on these watches! Thank you!

@andrewallen9993 Месяц назад

There is a couple of marvelous videos on RU-vid of how they make Vostok watches at the factory. Including the machines that make the tiny gears. Jeweled bearings etc.

@PatJamesRicketts Месяц назад

I just picked up a Late 60's or early 70's Ball Trainmaster Automatic for $200USD on eBay that is running, but at about -30sec/day. A 25 jewel ETA 2620 or 2821 movement, still not quite sure, but I am leaning towards the former. I really don't feel like messing something up, so I am hoping to work through my pocket watches first to get comfortable. I have been practicing on a beat up 15 Jewel USSR chronograph. One balance reposition on my Grandfather's 1920 Elgin pocket watch and I was hooked after I saw the 30 year dormant movement start ticking. Thank you for the inspiration, knowledge, and courage to move from the obsolescence of smartphone repair to the investment of watch repair:)

@nyckhampson792 Месяц назад

Tidy looking military watch nicer than ELGIN ,now you've fixed and serviced. Amazing skillset you possess.

@downtonviewer Месяц назад

Well done, Marshall. That Lume looks like it needed a little coffee but it still looks great!

@samnova450 Месяц назад

Fantastic job on that old watch. Collecting up old watches and taking watch class.

@FalkRutha Месяц назад

Been watching your videos for a while and also listening to Limited Resources and just last episode realized that you do both!! How cool!

@claudevieaul1465 Месяц назад

I must say, I haven't worn a watch in decades, but this finished watch is definitely one I would wear! Nothing too flashy about it, just nice and functional... I particularly like the lack of a brand, for some reason 😉

@JeffreyMcLain Месяц назад

Oh Lord I'm so freaking ready for this!!! What a fun project. Appreciate these videos, I'm not into watch repair and watch making myself, but damn if it's not interesting. People sharing their passion for something is always so infectious. Cheers!

@MikeInPlano Месяц назад

Great video. Like that closing shot. I look forward in each of your videos to seeing whether or not "born to fly" will spread its wings and take off.

@JCP389 Месяц назад

The algorithm delivered. I think watches are neat, and I love MTG. Boom. I get recommended this channel. If you know, you know.

@tcullen5895 Месяц назад

thanks for posting. always enjoy your videos. i appreciate that you don't hide any mistakes. We all make them.

@mazinman3 Месяц назад

Another excellent service/restoration, Marshall! Well done. I really enjoy watching your videos. They’re very therapeutic for some reason. Thanks!

@scottr.4885 Месяц назад

Cool watch. The font for the numbers is interesting, especially the '4'.

@tymeryder7264 Месяц назад

Love these old watches. Great face. They were great daily drivers

@vortessence8607 Месяц назад

Its a really lovely utilitarian watch. Reminds me of one my dad had for decades. The brown band really compliments it.

@robertwilliams2623 Месяц назад

I have no idea why but watching you is really coming for me and seeing you work on this beautiful watch is the berries

@scubaseppy Месяц назад

We have leveled up to the crystal lift tool, how exciting! ha

@balazshrivnak1578 Месяц назад

It's always a pleasure to watch a passionate masterful craftsman at work - thank you!

@alainilsley9703 18 дней назад

There is something beautiful about the simplicity of that dial. Great work!

@mrandmrswheels1142 Месяц назад

Excellent video Marshall. Thanks for sharing that with us all.

@fabrislemos Месяц назад

Gotta love military watches. Coolest designs ever.

@bjw4859 Месяц назад

I just want to thank you personally for taking the time to make up watch repair kits for the average person, looking for your latest video is my happy place, cheers.

@philipmorey2129 Месяц назад

love this channel, so relaxing and informative

@priority2 Месяц назад

Cleaning is indeed cathartic, but it’s not only in watchmaking/restoration. My hobby is collecting, making, repairing and modifying folding knives. Completely cleaning and restoring a well used knife is a wonderful experience. A tool to cut things or a tool to tell time, we are both performing a valuable service for sure. Love your channel ❤

@beakytwitch7905 Месяц назад

I like the 24-hr simple design of military watch faces. You did a nice repair there! Thanks for sharing. ❤😊

@hero2zero2000 Месяц назад

Absolutely stunning restoration. Well done!

@kevinfergusson8239 Месяц назад

Beautiful restoration. Thank you.

@nesvarog14 Месяц назад

Nice work, well done. Thanks for the video.

@GraphicDesignerStephen Месяц назад

Absolutely gorgeous. I love the dial on this watch! And Arnold Palmers are legit!

@breevwhyman2985 Месяц назад

- Marshall, ...........you have done another GREAT project. Your watch looks great after work. That was a little unusual , but you cracked it.......... many thanks for sharing Ben

@res00xua Месяц назад

Yes knowing the rest of the story is a big plus. More please.

@beefcakepantyhose6471 Месяц назад

Great job sir . Ive never watched a watch repair video in my life. You make it very interesting. Thank you .

@ravenmoon1165 Месяц назад

I really enjoyed this episode. I like the basic military watch. TY

@davidorourke3630 Месяц назад

Perfect timing😅, no pun intented. End of a hard week and laying down, alarm switched off until Monday, and watching this. Thanks again Marshall😊

@nathancc4827 Месяц назад

Hey marshall have to say i love your channel, i decided to do a course in horology and retrain as a clock/watchmaker and your channel is a great learning tool and you are very informative. I feel the knowledge ive gained from your videos is definitely going to be advantageous when i start the course. 👍

@Js2060 Месяц назад

Another excellent video Marshall. Thanks for your content. I got into this hobby because of you.

@projekct_amk Месяц назад

The dial on that time piece is georgeous !

@rondickson1491 Месяц назад

Another great restoration. Always a pleasure to watch you work.

@ManuelPerez-pq2or Месяц назад

Hello,i write from Spain and just to say enjoy a lot with your work a pasion ,thank for share this videos with us.

@kipbatteate9900 Месяц назад

Your videos inspired me to get a watch so I got a Seiko 5 sport and I love it.

@jeno264 Месяц назад

The wonderful art of Problem Solving 💖 what a lovely watch

@miketheknife2 Месяц назад

Great videos and excellent explanation of what you are doing!

@johnburgess6572 Месяц назад

Fantastic restoration ...Thanks !!!

@brandonmorrison2334 Месяц назад

Love these types of watches

@mikem970 Месяц назад

I enjoy your videos! I’m thinking about getting into watch repair. Went and checked out your website, that will be the way I go. Thanks for sharing with us, and taking us on the journey!!

@mapgeek6 Месяц назад

That watch is SO cool! Great find, great work!

@HT-Blindleader Месяц назад

By far my favorite watch thus far. I liked the Elgin resto you did a couple years back. It turned out beautifully but this one has surpassed it by a mile. Beautiful watch. I'm hoping to be able to afford one of these types one day, properly restored. I'd give watch restoration a try, it looks like a ton of fun, but alas the tremors from my MS mean I can only watch, but I enjoy the heck out of watching!!

@drewbreezy5854 Месяц назад

Great looking watch. Love the look of these older field watches.

@danceswithaardvarks3284 Месяц назад

Wow that bought back memories. I had that watch or something very similar when I was a child. All the way through I was thinking it was similar, but probably not the same because I remembered green lume. Then when you lit up the lume at the end BOOM, there it was, just as I remembered it in the darkness under the blankets after charging it up with a torch. Thanks for the memory.

@blainesprague2365 Месяц назад

Thanks!Awesome video.... was amazing watching the "hack issue"

@jatco84 Месяц назад

Love the watch...and another great restoration Marshall.. Great find and super job on getting that one up and running. Looks awesome..and love the strap too...!!

@ericleichliter Месяц назад

Great Video! Took a look at the website with the kits and its perfect. Great idea for people to easily get involved in watch making.

@barbus67 Месяц назад

A super film demonstrating your watch skills, sorting out the hacking to engage correctly was really good. I actually own one of the fully military version of this watch which was issued to troops in Vietnam. My own has an issue date of March 1968. The military model is DTU-2A/P and a military specification MIL-W-3818B A civilian version was also produced which was made famous by Steve McQueen. He wore one in Bullit and can best be seen on his wrist during the famous car chase.

@Kmortisk Месяц назад

Really cool watch and great, simple design aswell. Would love to own one.

@time_keep Месяц назад

Very Cool! I restored 2 of these so far and they turned out great. The only thing I did different was using a nylon military strap instead of a leather strap. It just gives it a little more of that military look. Thank you Marshall for another great video.

@joeskeptical4762 Месяц назад

*A good looking watch and good work putting it back into action.*

@nolantaylor1760 Месяц назад

Thank you very much for sharing this one! It is certainly one of the better looking Military watches I have seen, including the old Kienzle Markant that I wore in the 1960's.

@rockk4six Месяц назад

I think you did an awesome job.....Thank you for sharing

@thegreatgreenarkleseizure1994 Месяц назад

Marshall, I always love your videos! My hands tremble too much for me to ever take on the hobby for myself, but I enjoy it vicariously through your work! I do wonder though, on these kinds of restorations, that is, more practical vs historical, how difficult it would end up being to redo the lume on the face itself? The hand lume was a great success and I can only wonder how much work it would be to get all of that back into working order. Keep up the good work!

@FeArhsma21 Месяц назад

20:39 / 20:40

@BackwardsFish86 Месяц назад

Its back in there after the time stamp, looks like he caught it but edited that out for some reason.

@originalboondi Месяц назад

Called intermediate setting wheel. Defo back in as no way to turn hands if it is missing. Ask me how I know....🤔 😎 😁

@jonminer9891 Месяц назад

Good job. If that was my watch, I would love it. Thanks for sharing! Stay Healthy!

@WatchClyde Месяц назад

Great video👍...I have so much respect for watchmakers.

@tsibren Месяц назад

I really love the idea of selling starter kits! That's brilliant.

@redbeardtn9727 Месяц назад

wonderfully simple looking watch... very, very nice

@reflactor Месяц назад

Holy cow! I've been working on the follow-on to this, the plastic Timex Camper UK2991211688 watch that became famous because MacGyver wore it. That new replacement one had a truly disposable Timex M116 movement where the click spring would "eat itself up". The movement on your watch is so much more substantial than the Timex Camper follow-on. Great video here!

@jamesrogers4761 Месяц назад

Man I love that watch. Utterly lovely. Great job Marshall.

@imranahmad2733 Месяц назад

For luming clocks I've always used strontium powder and paper glue, I have used nail polish lacquer but it blocks the UV a little so it's never as bright, but the clear paper glue and strontium powder works great and glows for 5-7 hours.

@MrAuk929 Месяц назад

Good job! Well done!

@Adam88Marz Месяц назад

another great video! that white spot on the minute hand though….that really attracts the eye! good job again Marshall!

@FourRulesRacing Месяц назад

Great patina and I like the choice of band. That watch gives off a great classic vibe.

@dadhuntscoins Месяц назад

Wow. Beautifully done!

@GeoffreyMoran Месяц назад

I was looking at this exact model watch the other day. Yes because of you and your channel, I am tempted to get a watch to repair or mess with. I’ve looked more at the Elgin models mainly so if I could get it working I might be able to gift it.