How will this beat-up Tudor look after some TLC?
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Жыл бұрынToday we have Thomas' 1975 Tudor Oyster Prince Date + Day on the bench, a lovely jumbo-sized watch that has seen better days (or even decades). Join Stian for a full restoration of this watch as we ignite a flame war on whether Tudor is Rolex and discuss the virtues of cleanliness. Oh, and we'll pull out the rarely seen Rolex jackhammer tool!
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@nukvar23 Жыл бұрын
Slowly (but surely) you’re becoming one of the top watchmaking content makers on KZfaq. Thank you
@joeskeptical4762 Жыл бұрын
I believe Stian already is!
@ThePaulv12 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I'm inclined to agree with you. The style of this channel is all its own.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Appreciate that, thanks! 😊👍
@boydsargeant7496 Жыл бұрын
@@joeskeptical4762 Agreed!
@boydsargeant7496 Жыл бұрын
Stain is!
@demmertp Жыл бұрын
This Tudor really shins after its restoration! Hope you are feeling better soon Stian!
@amandawatson5931 Жыл бұрын
The drama! The angst and soul searching! The violence AND a case restoration! These documentaries are gripping and exhausting!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😁👍
@robertwalker9625 Жыл бұрын
Sorry you're under the weather Stian and hope you get feeling better soon. However, you're malady has not affected you're sense of humor. Great restoration Stian and again your history lessons in your videos are great. I'll take my shoes off before watching your next video. Cheers from this old retired coot living the dream in Tennessee. And yes, I get grumpier the older I get as well.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert :)
@hansslob6749 Жыл бұрын
Must be a Dutch watch, Voor Altijd means Forever. A beautiful wedding present or so? This dial is one of the most simple but beautiful ones I’ve ever seen.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Indeed it was initially!
@johnhannon Жыл бұрын
Using the stem to align the cyclops properly is a great tip! There is much to learn in all your videos.
@Trixtrem1974 Жыл бұрын
AWESOME!!!
@fw1421 Жыл бұрын
Nice watch. I’d love to find one like this that might be affordable. Good luck with that!
@mikebruegger8654 Жыл бұрын
Superb.... 😊
@carlrees5574 Жыл бұрын
lovely job Stian!!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks Carl :)
@montres1 Жыл бұрын
I am far from being a fan of Rolex / Tudor but the revamping was amazing, almost like it !! :D
@kevgermany Жыл бұрын
Lovely job.
@Tresvigint Жыл бұрын
this is what I want to see from watch restoration... good job!!!
@adamnormington7780 Жыл бұрын
I’ve worked on 3 AS movements with that date spring and it was broken on all of them. Good movement otherwise. Nice vid. Keep em coming.
@josephgittos3787 Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic looking piece, nice to see the casebook with Rolex written on it. Just bought my first Tudor BB and love the fact it looks vintage. I own a seamster and would love to give it a full service like this but needs a new dial due to damage and the movement would need replating rose gold on the bridge.I even wondered about sending it to Omega in Switzerland for full vintage service.
@jorgeolguingarcia Жыл бұрын
Stain, very good and satisfying video, thank you very much. The result is amazing.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jorge! Stian 😉
@extremelydave Жыл бұрын
That watch was truly a beauty! Sometimes simple IS better. Another great video Theon....
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave! Stian 😉
@AICD1999 Жыл бұрын
My 1973 Tudor Oyster Prince is in the shop right now. It was working fine and then stopped. I think the main spring gave out.
@stephenoconnell6255 Жыл бұрын
Great job as always
@don_sharon Жыл бұрын
awesome!
@brucebarlow6604 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful watch and restoration Stian. Great to hear Stian and Barry back in tune together. Nothing to worry about with being second by a second or two. And no trouble in paradise with those ongoing cost savings. Keep well from New Zealand 🇳🇿
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😁👍
@ramarren Жыл бұрын
That's a beautiful piece! And a wonderful restoration/service... thx!
@jakobagerstednielsen9875 Жыл бұрын
Very beautiful restoration of that beautiful Tudor! ❤️
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@helgeyndestad8562 Жыл бұрын
With the mention you had regarding the price on pegwood contra cleaningsolution you should have been from Sunnmøre not from Østlandet ;) nice job on that watch.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😂 Jeg har en kinesisk kone, så jeg har lært å være sparsom :)
@adiazcroce Жыл бұрын
Very good job!
@HAL-xy3om Жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@Kenny-yl9pc Жыл бұрын
It's a really beautiful watch! People who argue over which watch company is "better" or if one is a "poor man's Rolex" and what not are very simple/close-minded people, it's sad to hear that that's the level of thought of some people. Every watch has its beauty and place. Besides, Rolex is on the low end of high-end watches, so if you are one of those who feel the need to compensate for their low self-esteem by displaying expensive stuff, then perhaps a Rolex is not the right tool. I mean, it isn't really that expensive, it costs as much as a really cheap car. But I guess Rolex's brand standing can be attributed to their highly successful marketing.
@tomholloway7566 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this and being you Stian!
@walther9161 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful result!! Thanks for the video and history lesson. I have a Vulcain day/date with an AS 1902/3 movement and it was very easy to repair and service. I agree with your opinion of Rolex and I think most you see on people’s wrists are probably fake anyway. Thanks for posting Stian!!
@endy_fx Жыл бұрын
It turned out beautifully. Its such a simple classic design that (in that condition) you could easily see as a new offering too. Glad you're on the mend, I hope the family is well. Jory is one of the few watch review channels I subscribe to too.
@roryvonbrutt7302 Жыл бұрын
stunning work... as Always‼️®️™️
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Cool!
@bullnose01 Жыл бұрын
You sound much better, Stian, hopefully you're well on the way to a full recovery. Another masterful restoration, although I would have liked to have seen the pneumatic watchmaker's hammer that you used to remove the pendant tube. 😊 It's interesting to see how much variation in movements there were before the ETA 2824 design became the industry standard for Swiss movements. I like how they designed the automatic module. It is so small and simple and is tucked away off center next to the crown wheel. I guess that was to reduce the thickness of the movement. Really looking forward to seeing you work on the JLC.
@MrGrentch Жыл бұрын
When your vids come up I automatically click like and put on a cup of tea, and relax... While learning something new. A good combination. 🙂
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Love that! 😊
@MrHockeyhead019 Жыл бұрын
Incredible work!
@RalfyCustoms Жыл бұрын
Hello Stian, I hope you are feeling better? Wonderful to see you again, thoroughly enjoyed this one, thank you so much for sharing
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Ralfy!
@100amps Жыл бұрын
I love the strap you selected.
@100amps Жыл бұрын
Wow. 2 scammers in one video comment! Amazing.
@davidhendricksgolfprofessi2321 Жыл бұрын
This is a refrence Ihave been looking to obtain for quite some time so it's cool to me that you featured one on the channel. Many other channels out there doing these types of videos but I enjoy yours the most. Hate we missed the fixes you had to do on this watch as I think those when you show them really spotlight your abilities and skill in your profession. Thank you as well for the voice over. Glad your feeling better and sounding good as ever. Appericiate what you do for us! Dave
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave! Yep, I actually missed quite a few fixes on this one...
@angelherrera6820 Жыл бұрын
Another fantastic restoration! Always look forward to your restoration videos. You do great work! Keep it up. Cheers!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, Angel :)
@stianmunkvold8552 Жыл бұрын
You could be a brainsurgeon with those steady hands Stian😄 beautiful tudor. Amazing work as always😊
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😊 thank you
@ianrutter9243 Жыл бұрын
awesome video, Thank you, subbed you grumpy old man!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub! 😁
@royowens6427 Жыл бұрын
Truly love watching your videos..Thank you!
@yonder_owls Жыл бұрын
I really admire the care you take with case polishing. Thanks for sharing those details.
@sjurgabriel Жыл бұрын
Thats a very nice watch. As always you bring quality workmanship and a good laugh to the table. Thank you. God hælj og god bedring!
@alanmckinnon6791 Жыл бұрын
Stian, you said right at the end the watch now looks spectacular, I could not agree more. All your restoration videos and results are good, but this one is up there as one of your best. Please keep it up 😀
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Alan! Always nice seeing your comments :)
@LD-bf1mi Жыл бұрын
Great work 👌🏻 except for the hand case bevelling. It rounded the case more than it beveled it. Making all the effort of lapping it with sharp corners go to waste.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😂 Alright then!
@notreallyachannel396 Жыл бұрын
Stian- your videos are great! Easily among best watchmaker content out there. I always feel like I learn something. One quick question: Why do you let the lume rest before applying it? Is it to further adjust the consistency?
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! And yes, the lume needs to sit a little bit before applying it so it gets the right consistency.
@aurelius388 Жыл бұрын
Extremely impressive work, Stian!
@jatco84 Жыл бұрын
What can one say when one does such a Fabulous restoration on a classic and beautiful Tudor DD. As usual Stian, you've shown exemplary skills and patience in your restorations and filming of them. I'm a big fan of Tudor tho only having a Tudor Sub but would love one of these. A great looking watch and even more so now with your excellent polishing skills and techniques. Love your commentaries' as well... often makes me chuckle... Awesome work my friend.. Kudos..!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Many thanks, Thomas!
@steppoify Жыл бұрын
Wilsdorf was an astute businessman. He created watches of quality to different price points for the wristwatch consumer. Tudor as the less expensive little brother will always suffer image wise against the Rolex. For the people who wear a watch as a status statement, lording it over Tudor is a favorite Rolex big-shot pastime! I own a fancy Breguet 3317. In a room full of Rolex Daytona wearers, I am " like nowhere!"
@foweymarine1240 Жыл бұрын
Re Rolex; I fully agree with you. Can't wait for the Le Coultre videos. I'm a great fan. I've had vintage Lancia's all of which had Jaeger instruments and so i must have a Jaeger Le Coultre watch!! Daft really. John
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
That's kind of cool to me :)
@daffyduxxx Жыл бұрын
Truly beautiful craftsmanship.
@jst.hilaire354 Жыл бұрын
You have such an enjoyable channel on many levels. The general info, the actual disassembly and assembly, restorative techniques, sound effects, humorous commentary but sometimes just the little ironic gaffs. The dismissive red sharpie comment in the early part of the video and then later, the 'smoking gun' red sharpie marks on your fingers. Haha. Subtle. Thanks from this watch repair voyeur for creating this channel.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Haha, no, those red sharpie marks on my fingers were made my my daughter... She made a heart on my hand :)
@spotsterjon74cu Жыл бұрын
You have done a beautiful job of this fine watch. Thanks❤
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@allanrichards3752 Жыл бұрын
That is a nice watch and I enjoy watching your work and listening to your conversations. I too wonder at the future of watches. A couple off Christmases ago I offered to buy watches for my two kids (now in their 20's), as neither has a watch. Both didn't want one as they say they have a phone. My wife doesn't wear a watch either. I guess now the phone is taking over as a time keeper, camera and encyclopedia. So watches, cameras and hard copy books have a lot of competition. There will always be people who want high end watches as a status symbol but what about everyday watches, will they go the way of the pocket watch - a quaint curio.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Yep I agree with that, Allan. Mechanical watches are luxury items more than utility items now, so they will survive as such, but new generations are growing up without a watch on their wrists
@brunotulliani Жыл бұрын
I learned so much today. Great episode again. Thank-you!
@colinbenfield326 Жыл бұрын
I just bought the Horotec press with the push fit dies and was wondering if it would do crystals. Looks like you can.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
👍
@Mark1JT Жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Very skillful work, subbed.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub!👍
@alaindrolet_atlt_2019 Жыл бұрын
Love this one ! Beautiful movement and a perfect case restoration with a shinny finish ! What a nice feeling when you compare your begin and finish work !! Thank again for sharing, Love your work !! ✨👌
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@adriancox-thesantjordigolf3646 Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful job.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@deancase8951 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful watch! Thanks for sharing.
@normanrehme3836 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful work
@walterdonnachie7995 Жыл бұрын
great restoration but think the watch deserves a better strap preferably bracelet lol
@garyboyle695 Жыл бұрын
Tudor is just Rolex without the hype and all the better for it.
@karma247ajm Жыл бұрын
Fantastic job, it looks amazing👍. With you 100% on your comments about Rolex. Some of the vintage ones are very nice though. Looking forward to seeing the Memovox, love JLC.
@michaelmoore2487 Жыл бұрын
An entertaining and informative video. You really accomplished an amazing transformation of this watch. I think it was the right decision on your part to restore the outside of the case to original appearance.
@franka9760 Жыл бұрын
Glad to have your new video. That is a beautiful watch, and now it sparkles! Always fun and relaxing to watch you work. Thanks so much, Stian!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Frank!
@markloubser2433 Жыл бұрын
This is really enjoyable. Great photography too..
@PrometheusZandski Жыл бұрын
You made that watch look like it just came out of the box. So satisfying to see the before and after shots. I haven't seen anyone on YT that gives as much love and attention to old watches as you. Thanks.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
@richardmcmellon216 Жыл бұрын
A great video as always. I found this one particulaly interesting as I used to work for Watches of Switzerland refurbishing the Rolex cases and bracelets for the national shops around the UK. There's a lot I could talk about on this subject, but I thought your approach and handling of the case was very good. One of my biggest bugs in seeing a refinished case is seeing feathering from the grained shoulder to the polished side. It was so nice to see you give that good attention! As a bonus, my girlfriend also enjoys your videos 🙂
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Richard! That feathering is indeed bad and it's honestly just laziness from the ones doing it, not taking their time masking the case. Give your girlfriend a kiss from me 😘😂
@WristwatchMedic1953 Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy watching your videos. Thank you
@johnwhite6899 Жыл бұрын
🙋♂️🏴 Hi Stian fantastic video I think that is one of my favourite watches you have so expertly serviced / repaired.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@thomasgabriel2213 Жыл бұрын
Another great video, and an amazing restoration. Thank you for sharing your work!
@johnburgess6572 Жыл бұрын
Love the case restoration , great restoration !!!!!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@speenlmar9575 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for another beautiful video "with immaculate ommentary" and particularly for putting Rolex in its place. It actually is the watch for "the new rich" (or newly rich, if you prefer).
@frohnnielsen Жыл бұрын
Beautiful! What an amazing feeling of satisfaction you must have from a restoration like this. Thank you!
@darrenjones2070 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal! Great video love the amount of detailed work that you put into these timepieces. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@clivesouthafrica2086 Жыл бұрын
Lovely work, excellent result. Enjoyable video. Agree with your Rolex sentiments. Looking forward to the Memovox.
@amygodoy6377 Жыл бұрын
Hi Stian, this is Amy. You really make me laugh and I learn so much with all your videos. That’s also why I sent you my watch to repair!
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😊👍
@ydnartitcomb1 Жыл бұрын
Nice work, always a pleasure watching your work
@nonexistant2k3 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love Tudor. Love this video.
@gaffeltroll Жыл бұрын
Fantastisk 👍
@russheath15 Жыл бұрын
Great work as always love your sense of humour
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😊👍
@cristobalosuna3106 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful job and great result, thank you for sharing
@johncollier608 Жыл бұрын
Lovely restoration, Stian. I am with you in regards to Rolex. I've never really wanted a Rolex in my collection, mainly because they're two showey. People want to make a statement by wearing one. I'd rather wear an IWC or Grand Seiko (both on my target list). Only those who know about quality time peices would appreciate them. Most wouldn't give them a second glance. Thanks for sharing and see you in your online shop very soon.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😊👍
@fvazquez64 2 ай бұрын
wow...! just beautiful... congrats Stian, you just brought a jewel back to life...
@VintageWatchServices Ай бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@Rotary_Phone Жыл бұрын
"I invented this watch movement, Right Robin?" loving the Jackie "The Joke Man" style finger cots!
@ygrbooks Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this brilliant video, Stian. I could write a 10'000 word comment or essay on all the points you mention (agreeing and disagreeing), but here is the one thing I look forward to most: you doing a Jaeger-LeCoultre in the foreseeable future. All of my favorite channels are kind of stuck with Rolexes at the time, so a change to a lesser pimped-up brand (or a higher one: anybody in for a Patek Phillipe, Breguet, Lange & Söhne or Ulysse Nardin?) would be greatly appreciated. Again: thank you for this treat, even though I would never go within a mile of a Tudor, nor within a million miles of a Rolex.
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
😁👍
@NitroModelsAndComics Жыл бұрын
Stunning work brother. You and Nekkid are the very best in watches on YT. I would be compelled to daily wear this Tudor. I daily wear my 9L Longines tanks I have in rotation. When are you going to feature a 9L family movement here? I know it is a matter of happenstance when opportunity arrives so I will be patient. Cheers...
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I'd be happy to do a 9L, but as you indicate, it's not a straight path from wanting to work on a watch to finding a suitable one. Who lives still see :)
@NitroModelsAndComics Жыл бұрын
We can agree on that score. Time and opportunity. Of course I could always send you my 1954 Longines tank with the broken winding stem and that would solve it. LOL... Keep making great videos brother. I will always be a supporter and fan such as I can.
@gwynwilliams4222 Жыл бұрын
Great video enjoyed immensely 🏴
@gwynwilliams4222 Жыл бұрын
@@xbenswatchclub great one
@Netzphantom Жыл бұрын
wow, good job!
@michaelsilva7085 Жыл бұрын
Great content as usual! Thank you so much.
@michaelsilva7085 Жыл бұрын
@user-gd9kb2eh5x. Scam
@JochenVogel Жыл бұрын
My watchmaker-friend Bertram, who isn't on youtube, is no friend of KIF shock-protections and thus of Rolexes. Any experiences to share about them? Great video once again.
@JochenVogel Жыл бұрын
I take the heart as a nod. 🙂
@p2fords Жыл бұрын
Beautiful work!!!
@bettersteps Жыл бұрын
Fantastic job. The watch looks amazing and that strap is a perfect choice.
@aurelius388 Жыл бұрын
Would you say that a standard Sellita or ETA movements found in most entry level watches are not made to last?
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
Yes, as compared to what they made back before the quartz crisis.
@DonAl9114 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😊
@ForestWoodworks 2 ай бұрын
I knew you could do it! Hope against hope, and you pulled it off.
@VintageWatchServices 2 ай бұрын
😁👍
@tocsa120ls Жыл бұрын
I almost can't believe you managed to open an oyster case with just a sticky ball. ;)
@VintageWatchServices Жыл бұрын
I didn't 😉
@markirvin2809 Жыл бұрын
That is one of the most beautiful watches I have seen. I am partial to Tudor, don't think much of Rolex.
@joeskeptical4762 Жыл бұрын
*Um trabalho e relôgio muito bonitos.* *_(A beautiful job and watch.)_* *O mecanismo é suprendentemente bonito também.* *_(The movement is suprisingly good looking also.)_* Parabéns! _Congratulations!_
@jamesbudd9987 Жыл бұрын
Stunning watch!
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