In this captivating restoration journey, join me as I breathe new life into an old watchmaker’s lathe. 🛠️ When I first acquired this lathe, it was in pretty decent shape—rusty, grime-covered, but nothing to bad. With a little patience, elbow grease, and a touch of craftsmanship, we transformed it into a functional workhorse.
Key Points:
1) Disassembly and Cleaning: We meticulously disassembled the lathe, removing every part. Cleaning was a labor of love—scrubbing away decades of accumulated dirt and grime. 🧼
2) Derusting and Repainting: Rust is the enemy of vintage machinery. We tackled it head-on, using various techniques to remove rust and prevent its return.
3) Motor and Bearings: The motor and bearings received special attention. We disassemble and clean the workings, ensuring smooth operation. A fresh coat of paint not only protects but also gives the motor a new lease on life. 🎨
4) The Reveal: Finally, after weeks of work, we unveiled the beautifully restored lathe. It’s now ready for delicate turning, threading, and other watchmaking tasks. ⌚
Join me on this journey of craftsmanship and restoration! If you love vintage tools and appreciate the artistry of watchmaking, hit that subscribe button and stay tuned for more projects made on this machine. 🎥
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Channels I follow and recommend watching are:
http://www.youtube.com/@NekkidWatchmaker
http://www.youtube.com/@ChronoglideWatchmaking
http://www.youtube.com/@WristwatchRevival
http://www.youtube.com/@VintageWatchServices
http://www.youtube.com/@watchrepairtutorials
http://www.youtube.com/@GentlemensWatchServices
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These links are NOT affiliated but hopefully will give you some ideas what to look for.
movement holder
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/303192812745?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=t7VbWmHDTC2&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=l-rnygshqee&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
eye loops
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/324100286431?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=RNMl2R0sQvq&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=l-rnygshqee&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
tweezers
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321314197016?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=Hc_ePORsQ3K&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=l-rnygshqee&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
screwdrivers
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/192735924695?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=SSmjgaZKSti&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=l-rnygshqee&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Watch repair kit
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/385619377984?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=0hGUSSxqQ4e&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=l-rnygshqee&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Camera I use
https://amzn.eu/d/01p9MrNE
Lighting for the camera
https://amzn.eu/d/04d0cKHN
Video editing software (Free version)
https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/uk/products/davinciresolve
Video editing tablet/controller
https://amzn.eu/d/0gN8ij7E