very well-done and nice job on that balance staff! you're really progressing in this hobby far beyond what most are able to do. I bet you'll be successful with the lathe and that will propel you even further. as for the repairs, my heart sunk for you when you had to take it all apart again to find that worn eccentric. I've been there before and know how that feels. Restoring this watch for your son is such a beautiful gesture. While he might not fully realize its significance now, I believe that one day he’ll treasure this watch deeply-and perhaps even pass it down to future generations. I’d suggest saving this video on a card to keep with the watch, just in case anything ever happens with RU-vid. That way, the story behind it will always be there, a reminder of the love and care you put into creating something so meaningful.
Thanks Chris for such a thoughtful word. Honestly, to spare the viewers, I actually took the chrono apart a second time to close ANOTHER bushing for a different eccentric. So yes, talk about heart sinking! 😂 That's a great idea, I'll save this video on a memory card, or thumb drive. Thanks again for your support.
What a lovely video, and such a moving story. I’m sure your son will cherish that watch, and I hope one day he comes across this video which deepens his appreciation for it. I am currently working on a Landeron 248 myself.
Hi Adam, I appreciate you stopping by! Thanks for the kind thoughts. Yes, when I gave the watch to him, it put a smile on his face. He thought the Chrono was so cool! He's only worn it once or twice, but I sincerely hope his appreciation for it will deepen as he goes through life. Can't wait to see your next video drop! You have such awesome technique and touch. Thanks again for your support.
I want to say that i respect you for skills, talent and huge work in watch restos. I m my self a classic watches lover but i don t even service them. So congrats and you have a one more friend in me, here on RU-vid!
Wow, thank you for such kind words. I appreciate your support and that you took the time to say hi. I hope to continue making future videos, but we will see. Right now, my working space is not ideal (bedroom and kitchen!), so recording and repairing is quite difficult. Thank you again. Much love.
Always love watching your videos. The relaxing sound of your voice is easy on the ears. The photography is always very well done. I would have liked to have done something similar for my Son. Unfortunately he was lost along with 11 of his Marines in a training accident 01/14/2016. Great video and message!
My goodness, my friend. My heart just broke hearing of your tremendous loss. Nothing can prepare a parent for that. I can only say thank you for your, and ultimately his, sacrifice and service. Makes these RU-vid videos seem so trivial. And thank you for stopping in to share such an intimate heartache. I hope you are recovering well. God bless you and your family. ♥️
Thank you Sir GWS! Your tips really helped me push this one across the finish line. I really appreciate it sir. Thank you for stopping in to say hi and of course, for your good wishes.
Hi Jimmy! What a fantastic video. Well done as always! You are inspiring me to try my first wrist watch restoration. It's only been pocket watches up to this point. I'm nowhere near ready to try a chronograph though!! I really love what you did with the inscription and I'm going to steal the idea from you for my twin boys someday.
Hi Mark, I really appreciate your support and stopping in to say hi. It's not as bad as it looks, but you'll know what I mean here... I actually had to leave a lot of footage out to spare RU-vid viewers from many agonizing minutes/hours of adjusting the chronograph. I had to disassemble the chronograph - AFTER IT WAS FULLY ASEEMBLED - twice! The first time I showed in the video, the second time was for a different worn bushing that needed to be closed. Yes, it's been quite a journey with the eldest. It was very fitting that the thumbnail was titled, "This Looks Bad," since we shared similar feelings during some of the struggles. You have solid technique in your videos - a wristwatch is definitely in your future. And I'm sure your sons would appreciate the gift, especially when they're older. Much love Mark.
First of all - Fantanstic video and awesome work all around. One thing I really would wish for and I know it's nearly impossible is to see a dial restoration. While I know how fragile these are and nearly all restoration methods are extremely risky at best, still seeing such nice watch with like new dial would've made a huge difference. Again, I know I am asking for nearly impossible. Please keep these coming.
Hi thanks for stopping by and saying hi. Yes, dials are just too tough to do. There's a channel, Kirk Rich Dial Restoration, something like that... He shows how the process is done. If this dial were in better condition, I would have attempted re-plating the case. Appreciate your support!
I'm a Uni student too, in Italy being italian so it's a little different here how it works but still it can be really hard and have some setbacks but nothing that can't be overcome, anyway that's a beautiful gift I hope your son likes it (it's always useful to have a watch during tests) tho if he watches this video the surprise in the case would be a little spoiled 😅
Hi, thank you so much for your encouragement. I'm hoping he figures things out and gets back on track. I really appreciate your sharing your personal experience and perspective. Much love.
Hi again, just thinking, what funny bone are you referring to? Is it the watch spring bar? If so, all I did was cut the bar with a pair of pliers. It was rusted in place, so that was the only way.
@@WatchRestorationCottage The classic Operation game features 12 pieces, including the Adam’s apple, broken heart, wrenched ankle, butterflies in stomach, spare ribs, water on the knee, writer’s cramp, Charley horse, ankle bone connected to the knee bone, wish bone, bread basket and funny bone.
@@maestromecanico597 omg! I crack that joke and totally whiffed in your witty comeback!😜 I can see you've played your fair share of Operation. That buzzer used to give me the worst jump scares! 😂
😂🤷♂️ yes, I had a rough two years with him in high school. Things are improved, but we're still working on it. I do wonder if he'll ever see the inscription. Thanks for stopping in to say hi.
@@WatchRestorationCottage o man mine is 16 in end i already know where relationship is going🤦🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️i hope hi will see it my frend end gona fill joy end proudness for his dad👋🙏🏼
