I my opinion,with 40 years as a certified watch Repairer, The less expensive alternatives work fine If You're not a professional,Please don't waste money!

How about a video on storage: case boxes, rolls, safes....and maybe theft insurance. Thanks!

I don't repair watches, but I find the videos strangely addictive and relaxing However I do leatherwork, and here's a comment for you - don't hit your hole punches with a steel hammer as this will damage the punch and burr over the end you hit. Instead use a wooden, hide, or nylon hammer or mallet; or a soft faced hammer intended for car repairs and similar engineering work Support the strap with a plastic/HDPE kitchen chopping board; a small cheap one is OK, and will not blunt your punches

Thanks Max! I am not a (watch) collector although I have a Seiko Lord Matic (automatic from the 70's) my dad gave me that still works, Capt Willard Turtle, Elgin (gold), etc. I am a musician/singer that has a few vintage guitars and amplifiers, I do repair and built a few also and am an avid mountain biker. So I have a few specialty tools. I recognize the importance of specific tools, as my dad always said, use the right tool for the job. I have scratched my favorite watch back a Skagen titanium, now there is no reason for that! My everyday watch is a Seiko divers SKX 013, although it will never touch the water, lol!

your channel is building momentum. Keep it up! the video quality is immaculate

Nice vid. I learned a lot. Thanks.

These are great ideas and tips.

Bought the majority of the tools listed here. Thanks for the info - new subscriber!

Very informative video Max! Fantastic content as usual

Great video, thanks

Love this channel.

Very very insightful and helpful for all. Thanks for another great video brother.

I really enjoy your videos as watch an enthusiast, it's real good job 👍

Thanks for sharing! This is a great video and useful. 👌

Another great video!

Great vid! Really helpful~

Value yes! Thanks!

Great video! Thanks ever so much...

Thank you

Hey, I wanted to tell you I REALLY enjoy your channel. I’m surprised you don’t have more subscribers. Your cinematography is excellent and you really do some great videos. I hope you’re able to find the time to keep doing more. I’m certainly enjoying them! I did video about my Omega Seamaster a while back on my channel and, it’s okay. The camera work is pretty good but I made a few small errors in the script. I know how difficult it is to put a good video together. Great work, my friend.

Very very helpful video thank you

I can attest to the 2 prong case back opener...I have scratched a case back with this and totally recommend the 3 prong type shown! Live and Learn.

Great video!

Is there a complete watch tool set one can buy?

hahahaha totally agree on springbar removals , those small things can really test your nerves to the maximum! my wife leaves the room now when i want to change a strap because she knows what`s about to happen

Regarding stud finders..... I use a small magnet to locate the screw heads. Find a pair, line them up and there's your stud.

Did you find a good sturdy case back press for those pop out case backs? I got few off of Amazon and damaged my few watches. Either I broke winding stems or it didn’t work to press the case back

What about case back opener knifes? A pad or a piece of soft cloth on your workbench? A lamp with a built-in magnifier or a monocular? Great video, Max! See you on watchcrunch 😊

I really need some new screwdrivers, thanks for the tip! Also the rocket blower is a cool gadget when changing dials

Any high end water resistant back remover you can recommend ?

Subscribed.

Is there a cheap set of the oyster case tools ?

Does oyster opener suitable for pressure watch case ?

How about a case back closer for clip on cases?

I don't tinker that much...your a brave guy!

Liked and subbed

Nice one Max, these are the horror stories of watch ownership. I've realised that you don't need to buy Bergeon but you do need to research what you are buying, I usually use Cousins in the UK and although I would love a Bergeon 6825 my £35 alternative does the job with tricky end links and always the hammer for me with Pin and collar bracelets. Loved it mate, looking forward to the next one 👍

What if the screwdriver tip thst breaks is the one needed to replace the tips?

Thanks, Cannon Pinion tightening drives me bonkers, a video on that please!

1:53 until the small one breaks, then you done goofed ;D

not a tool but spare part , the case gaskets. whenever i need to regulate a watch or change a battery i learned for water proof that gasket must be changed .

The tiny hammers are only good for jewelry or when working on soft metals. Also, the size of the handle is cumbersome because how thin it is and the head of the hammer is so small that you run the risk of missing your strike and hitting the piece you were working on. Get a 1lbs leather craft maul. Get the 1 lbs. the grip is more precise and the weight of the head is heavy enough to help drive some strike force into your objective without applying too much force; let gravity work with you. It is also light that it will not cause you to get tired of using it for prolonged periods of time.

How much price this all tools?

I like to change my watch straps quite often , the spring bar tool looks awesome , however I’ll leave removing case backs to a professional , if I had access to the inside of my watches I’d be way to inquisitive , great content by the way .

how do i get a snapback on again without the pushertool? asking for a friend in a drawer.

looks like watch tool manfacturers are trying to capitalize on the Ameture market!

Caseback knife. Crystal remover. 😬

100$ for set of screwdrivers 💀