Restoration of a Cave Divers Seiko Watch - Rusty 1980s Seiko Slim Turtle 6309-7290

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Red Dead Restoration

Red Dead Restoration

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This time I´m restoring an old Seiko divers watch from the 1980s.
It´s a Seiko Slim Turtle with the Seiko 6309 automatic movement.
The watch was worn by Nicolas, a French cave diver, on every dive for over 20 years. One day this bond broke in an accident and he turned to me to get his watch working again.
Nicolas dried the watch in a cup of rice after the accident, but the condition is beyond bad and every local watchmaker refused to repair it. The case is covered with scratches and dents, the glass is cracked and the salt water has ruined the dial, hands and movement.
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КОМЕНТАРІ: 1 100
@sirmoumou4937
@sirmoumou4937 Рік тому
this is an resurrection operation not a restoration not a rescue bravo
@MtZion-fl7gp
@MtZion-fl7gp Рік тому
I think you understood what he was doing.. understanding is more effective, that kind of comment is very old in all kinds of such views
@GuitarGuy650
@GuitarGuy650 9 місяців тому
​@@MtZion-fl7gp...what? 😂
@oliverprstholm8716
@oliverprstholm8716 8 місяців тому
This guy is not a Watchmaker, hes a necromancer
@MrHardhatharry
@MrHardhatharry Рік тому
BRAVO! I believe this may be the best restoration yet. Your skills are amazing.
@RadekW-
@RadekW- 8 місяців тому
Skills of course. But the most importand are many, many machines and tools. In total, very expesnsive. A single ELMA poler machine is so expensive .
@The_Beast_666
@The_Beast_666 5 місяців тому
@@RadekW-You mean like a 1000 bucks?
@philipbrailey
@philipbrailey 4 місяці тому
It’s amazing how the face changes so well.
@groove9899
@groove9899 11 місяців тому
Dude has a desktop flux capacitor in his basement.... I love it
@1SaG
@1SaG Рік тому
He really wasn't kidding when he put the term "Dead" into his channel title. I mean ... that poor old Seiko looked like it was way beyond saving. Awesome work!
@Robert-vw3od
@Robert-vw3od 11 місяців тому
Watching this again and it’s even better second time around, lot of people who are very good at watch restoration would not have bothered with that sekio in that state, your presentation the engineering the care and effort in bringing it back to life is an absolute joy to behold. whoever owns that watch now will be as proud of owning it because you restored it as any Rolex owner could ever be on the day they walked out of the shop.
@Emmepi37
@Emmepi37 Рік тому
The Flux Capacitor always kills me.🤣🤣🤣
@predragjo5977
@predragjo5977 10 місяців тому
This guys right there is the reason I love automatic watches. :) This completely destroyed watch was restored to its full glory with only new dial, hands and bezel insert.
@JamieBainbridge
@JamieBainbridge Рік тому
Speaks volumes to the quality of the parts. 35 years old and drenched in seawater. Still keeps time perfectly.
@ruzvild81
@ruzvild81 3 місяці тому
It’s gift from heaven, that people like you exist 😊
@adityasundar324
@adityasundar324 7 місяців тому
I never have the patience to watch a 20+ minute watch restoration video, but man oh man! I was glued onto the screen for the entire 21 minutes and it was worth every second!
@timhuang9430
@timhuang9430 Рік тому
Seiko Co. should buy this restored watch and your video so to place them in her historical timepieces museum
@danspencer4235
@danspencer4235 4 місяці тому
Most satisfying spring bar removal I have ever seen.
@Labr1nth
@Labr1nth Рік тому
Friday afternoon, work got me stressed out my box! 20 mins watching your video and I'm nice and relaxed again. You never cease to amaze me with these restorations. That was incredible how you pretty much brought that watch back from the grave. Please keep doing what you are doing, these videos are amazing and whilst I'd never manage to replicate what you do, you are very inspiring. Thank you!!
@RedDeadRestoration
@RedDeadRestoration Рік тому
Thanks 😊
@afandirahmat8194
@afandirahmat8194 10 місяців тому
Yes I believe your video has therapeutical effect as well.
@rodvickery9169
@rodvickery9169 Рік тому
One of the most impresive watch restorations I've seen. This Seiko was destroyed.
@spybot6697
@spybot6697 Рік тому
Absolutely amazing transformation! I bet the owner was pleased beyond belief! 👍
@seekinalias
@seekinalias 11 місяців тому
Да какой владелец, никто такое уже восстанавливать не будет, слишком дорого. Более того это только для видео, так как с разбитым стеклом, при такой коррозии корпуса а подвижный маятник механизма это чудо))). И сам механизм свежий. Там бы все закисло и покрылось кораллами, как и снаружи. Так что это шоу не более
@GardenGuy1943
@GardenGuy1943 6 місяців тому
This video made me incredibly angry. Watches are like people, and we shouldn’t play with them when they are meant to die. This video is a disgrace to the Seiko watch brand.
@pofrof4910
@pofrof4910 6 місяців тому
@@GardenGuy1943
@willemp6432
@willemp6432 6 місяців тому
My best friend has one of those. He has so much money and can buy any thing he wants but he loves that watch and it`s the only one he wears. I can understand that. Oh, by the way. we are not young anymore. Great job.
@Mighty-Man
@Mighty-Man 5 місяців тому
​@@seekinaliasрусский, брысь под шконку. Вы до сих пор гордитесь выдуманным мастером Левшой, который подковал механическую блоху. Но даже в вашей сказке описано, что блоха могла танцевать. А после того, как Левша сунул к ней свои кривые руки, она танцевать перестала. Левша сломал уникальную чужую вещь ради понтов. Потому что русские - всегда криворукие ...
@AntonioMartinez-tt7ud
@AntonioMartinez-tt7ud Рік тому
Your restorations are amazing!!!!. Those watches are death, but you can return them to the life!!!!. Thank you for making this videos. I enjoy them a lot. 👍👍👍
@jeffreyalbarandorivera9750
@jeffreyalbarandorivera9750 Рік тому
So far this is the best restoration of seiko slim case turtle 6309 divers. Case buffed but not excessive..the buffing procedure is at it's best revealing the hair line and shiny parts as it should..THE BEST.
@RedDeadRestoration
@RedDeadRestoration Рік тому
Thanks, was a lot of work 👍
@user-to9ux9tj8r
@user-to9ux9tj8r Рік тому
The discipline, precision and attention to detail you display with every restoration is a joy to behold. 🖤
@_guillermo
@_guillermo Рік тому
Would’ve been cool if you kept the same dial and/or hands to keep the character of its previous life
@pradityapraditya5987
@pradityapraditya5987 11 місяців тому
That is how you rebuild a fossil ... An expert with his gadget and colorful socks 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
@hijikatasan
@hijikatasan Рік тому
old spring still hits 0s/day, crazy !
@Georgealex77
@Georgealex77 10 місяців тому
This is why I love watches so much. Years under dirt and it can still be restored but the most fascinating aspect of it is that it holds so much value with its longevity and history behind it, one of the few items that can last you a lifetime in this world, invest in a good one and you will never lose.
@ew332
@ew332 Рік тому
The best looking dive watches ever made.. Bar none
@nicholasdavies6264
@nicholasdavies6264 Рік тому
One word only ...... WOW !
@JD68
@JD68 Рік тому
Unbelievable! I know, this is only your "Hobby". You are not a Professional. You are Better, you are an Artist, a Magician. Unbelievable!😮👍
@andrewmurton8379
@andrewmurton8379 Рік тому
A great watch with such a wonderful personal history restored to perfection and ready to have many more years of use, who doesn’t love the SKX.
@Cafe-nw6ct
@Cafe-nw6ct Рік тому
We need a Red Dead Restoration in each village!! 🙂. Bravisimo!!!!
@javierlopezruiz7300
@javierlopezruiz7300 11 місяців тому
The fact that a man can be so skilled to restore a pretty much dead watch just blows my mind
@humanbeing1675
@humanbeing1675 Рік тому
Tolle Arbeit. Wie immer. Macht es immer noch interessanter, wenn es eine Hintergrundgeschichte dazu gibt.
@Miguel_ON65
@Miguel_ON65 Рік тому
Definitely you are the Master. I can not believe that you can do. No words. Congratulations. I have a watch like this but a 2022 version and I am happy with it. Thank you for sharing your videa.
@stephenhorsley668
@stephenhorsley668 9 місяців тому
I bet the first thing the owner said was, "Is this MY watch?!". It's absolutely incredible. Had it not been for your awesome video, it would be hard to believe it was. Wow, 10/10.
@Vernomeno
@Vernomeno Рік тому
I love the Seiko divers, especially the 6309 and 7002! The movement here didn't look as bad as I thought it would. Great work as always!
@lucashipkins
@lucashipkins Рік тому
Wow! It's almost impossible to believe it's the same watch. You are a magician. Thanks for sharing.
@friedrichwilhelmvonsteuben7952
@friedrichwilhelmvonsteuben7952 Рік тому
Love the retro polishing montage
@kennethjanczak4900
@kennethjanczak4900 11 місяців тому
My daughter...... Naomi 4 years old, loves your vids, but is SO IMPRESSED with your time machine..... So we started building oure oure own timemachine.... Then naomi can travel back and forward in time, and give good rewievs on candies and toys to come.... And aleart dad on future tools that will come out on the market.. Thanks for taking the time to make the video and share it..
@MusicAllStar
@MusicAllStar 10 місяців тому
I hope someone at Seiko is watching this to see what kind of craftsman restored their watch. Seiko give this perfect man a job.
@odiesclips7621
@odiesclips7621 Рік тому
Just fascinating!! The entire process, including the videography. Thank you for this!❤
@eddiejones.redvees
@eddiejones.redvees 11 місяців тому
You can see the passion that you put into your work bringing back great watch’s back to life
@paquitopoejr2402
@paquitopoejr2402 11 місяців тому
Both are same legendary The watch and the restorator!!
@mehpekmezci
@mehpekmezci Рік тому
If you don't know how do you repair or restoration, after deassemble the watch, the scene looks like a nightmare. That is why you do and we watch. :D The watch found a new life with you.
@janzojanzo9059
@janzojanzo9059 Рік тому
It would have been easier if he placed the whole watch on the flux capacitor, but that kind of video wouldn't be as satisfying as this. 😊😁😆
@dost328
@dost328 6 місяців тому
Well used well served watch. Seen it all... I wouldn't wear it while diving after this masterful restoration. ❤ But that's me 😊
@gstyle5482
@gstyle5482 Рік тому
This is a true testament to, a craftsman with the correct knowledge and tools, equals a job well done. Amazing! Great video.
@bjw4859
@bjw4859 6 місяців тому
I still have to watch this with headphones on to enjoy it the most, well done.
@F3tz1
@F3tz1 Рік тому
Gestern noch ein altes Video geschaut und mich gefragt: wann kommt endlich mal ein neues? Vielen lieben Dank für das Erhören meiner Gedanken 😘 Und wie immer: super Arbeite, bitte weiter so 😁
@sv_sreehari
@sv_sreehari Рік тому
Your restorations are worth watching.I never did skip any part and I love to see every videos till the last second.❤
@andersonstmoficial6431
@andersonstmoficial6431 6 місяців тому
No lost cause with this guy, brilliantly well done sir!
@dellwright1407
@dellwright1407 7 місяців тому
Good to see the Flux Capacitor still working well.... really made a remarkable difference to the dial, hands and bezel insert. 🙂
@mrdmahesh
@mrdmahesh Рік тому
The Masterpiece Restoration from the Master!!
@jatco84
@jatco84 11 місяців тому
Fabulous restoration of what looked like a dead and forgotten timepiece. You did a fantastic job of bringing that one back to life. Excellent word and superb results. Kudos once again...!
@Timesradical
@Timesradical Рік тому
So much effort to do this work and make a video of it at the same time with this quality
@triplex86
@triplex86 Рік тому
Wow, that watch looked like scrap. Just plain scrap and nothing more. To see it brought back was amazing - one of the best videos that I think you have done. I've realised why - the worse that the watch is to start, the more awe-inspiring the final reveal becomes. Thank you.
@s.powell335
@s.powell335 6 місяців тому
You are truly amazing at your craft! Great job bring that watch back to life. A true pleasure to observe you at work.
@Gho5tWr1ter
@Gho5tWr1ter Рік тому
Damn! It just ain’t the restoration skills I am amazed of! Great editing!!
@bizjetfixr8352
@bizjetfixr8352 Рік тому
It's not only the restoration. It's the owners loyalty to a piece of equipment that has put in 30-40 years of service and stories.
@talldave1000
@talldave1000 8 місяців тому
At first look, I didn't think it could be done, but you did it! Fantastic job.
@arxaer
@arxaer Рік тому
Love the Flux Capacitor!😄
@ianc4901
@ianc4901 Рік тому
At first sight I thought that was beyond repair and I expected you to have to replace most of the parts ! I was astonished at how few parts needed to be bought for this restoration !
@Alex-px2mb
@Alex-px2mb Рік тому
Truly a labor of love. That watch would have been thrown away by so many people and the results are amazing.
@fockerykena4714
@fockerykena4714 11 місяців тому
Alter Schwede, wäre so froh jemand bekäme meine 6309 wieder hin und dann sehe ich das... Unfassbar! Toll inszeniert und keine Minute Zuviel.
@vikinho62oficial
@vikinho62oficial Рік тому
Incrível,simplesmente incrível, magnífico parabéns linda recuperação do seyko
@andy86i
@andy86i Рік тому
That dial could’ve been a really cool tropical dial. Had a nice patina.
@josephseidel489
@josephseidel489 Рік тому
This was like watching Tiger Woods at the top of his game. Almost too brilliant to comprehend. The care, precision... simply amazing.
@manny_k2988
@manny_k2988 Місяць тому
When you first showed the condition of the watch I kept saying "Why would you ever want to restore this, its impossible! Just bin it". But, you sir, have done an incredible job! This wasn't a restoration but rather a revival😆
@Verrucca00
@Verrucca00 Рік тому
Amazing as always, although, I skipped the time travel sequence… anyway, you’re one of my absolute favorites, because I love to see a complete, good-as-new restoration. Also, I really enjoy your vast array of tools, and your amazing socks! Thanks so much! Looking forward to the next one!
@ross4693
@ross4693 Рік тому
Not only are you an excellent watch maker but you are a great cinematographer
@Ryuza_R
@Ryuza_R 7 місяців тому
I don’t know watch repairers have a time machine😂 Now I know why they can cleanup the inner watch Great content I found this so satisfying to watch
@pgsahlman
@pgsahlman Рік тому
I just love that time machine! Great work as usual!!!
@josedurbano2730
@josedurbano2730 Рік тому
Honestly, this is one of your best videos. Amazing job. Beautiful watch.
@R4TEL
@R4TEL Рік тому
you are a perfectionist in what you do
@marcele9433
@marcele9433 11 місяців тому
Macht jedesmal aufs Neue Spaß zuzusehen wenn aus Alt neu wird 🤩
@RedDeadRestoration
@RedDeadRestoration 11 місяців тому
Danke 😉
@vladimirdiaz9096
@vladimirdiaz9096 2 місяці тому
Estoy emocionado de ver cómo está maravillosa pieza vuelve a la vida!! Felicitaciones por tu gran trabajo y dedicación. Una pregunta: Cambiaste el dial y manecillas o restaurante aquellas con nuevo lume??? ​@@RedDeadRestoration
@robertlassiter907
@robertlassiter907 Рік тому
Bravo! Well done. I’ve noticed that you’ve added some new tools and gadgets to your arsenal. Nice.
@memati1110
@memati1110 11 місяців тому
WOW this is amazing!!! This is one of the best restorations, if not the best!
@nicknicola1009
@nicknicola1009 Рік тому
absolutely incredible
@pgsahlman
@pgsahlman 8 місяців тому
Not only is it pleasure to see you restore that marvelous Seiko Diver, the 60's inspired video montage in the middle of the video was awesome!
@mikeschleibert8132
@mikeschleibert8132 Рік тому
Everything is perfect in your channel. Keep it up
@pastfinderfrank
@pastfinderfrank Рік тому
Perfection as per usual. Bravo and thank you for another film!
@guataco
@guataco Рік тому
20 more years. Nicolas is happy and amazed.
@sgtpluck8344
@sgtpluck8344 Рік тому
Another RD triumph. Awesome work. There was a shit ton of gaskets on that model.
@watchluver
@watchluver Рік тому
Phenomenal job as usual, but why in the world would he want all of that wonderful patina to be removed from the case and case-back? patina = memories and enjoyment IMO
@DekkerExpat
@DekkerExpat 11 місяців тому
I agree, I much prefer when the old watches are just repaired so they can still show that they have lived and have history, even with a destroyed dial. Here it just looks like a new watch, I don’t see the point.
@julianrowland9079
@julianrowland9079 11 місяців тому
IMO Patina is a euphemism for ugly. Sorry its a metal case wristwatch, and the only story it told was it was absolutely buggered. Now restored to its former glory.
@watchluver
@watchluver 11 місяців тому
@@julianrowland9079 With that logic, why bother with the restoration? Just throw it in the trash and get a brand new one.
@alfredocaracaschavareto3953
@alfredocaracaschavareto3953 11 місяців тому
Magnífico a transformação 👏👏👏
@simonacuthbert1
@simonacuthbert1 Рік тому
I think I've just stopped breathing for twenty minutes...fantastic
@Dani_-ec4is
@Dani_-ec4is 11 місяців тому
Lots of tech (🎉) and good work 👍🏻.
@KalashnikIlya
@KalashnikIlya Рік тому
Это потрясающе. Каждый раз смотрю и восторгаюсь! Это правда круто!
@ciscco3750
@ciscco3750 Рік тому
По сути, от часов остался только корпус и ротор автоподзавода. Но и при этом работы столько, сколько хватило бы на новые. =) Обалдеть, сколько терпения, я б так не смог.
@nikolaykechin6079
@nikolaykechin6079 Рік тому
в чем очень сомневаюсь т.к. после шлифовки не одно кольцо на место не сядет
@boydovens4180
@boydovens4180 Рік тому
Poetry in motion , thank you .
@pacovl46
@pacovl46 11 місяців тому
That movement looked infinitely better than what I was expecting! 🙂
@-dystopic-
@-dystopic- Рік тому
Nice editing bro! Thanks for all the great content, your vids are the perfect thing to watch to wind down before bed.
@setter55
@setter55 Рік тому
Fantastic work, I own several of these slim case 6309's. One being a pretty good condition all original. The other though has been modified with aftermarket parts to Pepsi A spec. Seems incredibly hard to find original dials, chapter rings, hands and bezel inserts.
@c.r.chandler5905
@c.r.chandler5905 Рік тому
Pardon the pun that you brought that watch back from the deep depths of the abyss. Incredible work, I'm sure the owner was pleased.
@josemanuelcastillo7460
@josemanuelcastillo7460 13 днів тому
Que hermosura la reparación espectacular es un genio Dios te bendiga excelente trabajo.exitos mí hermano.
@chriskeiser5809
@chriskeiser5809 Рік тому
I probably would have taken this as an opportunity to swap to an NH36 movement, but that was amazing work.
@mohsenmoeen5036
@mohsenmoeen5036 11 місяців тому
I would rather let this one Rest In Peace and buy a new watch. A Seiko in this condition did not worth the time and effort, unless the aim is to practice and make a video
@nunosantos5376
@nunosantos5376 Рік тому
As always, great restoration and great editing. This is one of does where i was whising you could have kept the original dial.
@kc4cvh
@kc4cvh 10 місяців тому
I'm delighted to learn that both the diver and the watch survived.
@dariusjanulis4119
@dariusjanulis4119 Рік тому
Excellent wonderful fantastic!👍
@davidjohnston330
@davidjohnston330 Рік тому
FAN FREAKING TASTIC 👌👌
@threadripper979
@threadripper979 Рік тому
Amazing work!
@conscience-commenter
@conscience-commenter Рік тому
Clearly a breach of water seal causing the rusting of the hands and other issues . That was one well used dive watch . Fantastic job .
@racamon
@racamon Рік тому
Nicely done. I would keep the original dial, with some scars if possible. That is only my preference, since I would want to keep marks that accident made.
@paulobeco9438
@paulobeco9438 11 місяців тому
Perfeito, perfeito, perfeito !! 👏👏👏👏👏👏
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