Two Master Watchmakers Show How Difficult It Is To Make A Perfect Watch | Great Works | Daily Mail

Two Master Watchmakers Show How Difficult It Is To Make A Perfect Watch | Great Works | Daily Mail

Mechanical watches may be seen as relics in the age of quartz technology, where winding is no longer necessary to keep time. Yet, there’s an undeniable allure in the intricate dance of gears, hairsprings, and meticulously crafted details that define mechanical watchmaking. This artistry drives Roland Murphy and Cameron Weiss to preserve and elevate this timeless craft.

Welcome to Great Works, a captivating series that explores the distinct yet complementary styles of two masters of their craft. In our inaugural episode, join Murphy and Weiss as they share their unique passions, techniques, and artistry, taking you through the entire process of creating exquisite mechanical timepieces.

Discover the beauty and dedication behind each tick as they celebrate the art of horology.

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This is a pilot episode of our brand new documentary show! Tell us what you think in the comments below.

[elluisito]

It was about time that these people got the recognition they deserve.

[mout]

As a machinist teacher, I love showing my students videos like this before we hit the workshop. It humbles and inspires. It shows what is possible with the right amounts patience, attention to detail, hard work, and skill. Thank you all that allowed this to be filmed in your workshops, you are helping to inspire another generation of tradespeople.

[aluvrianne]

This was fantastic. I'm one of the younger set and a self-taught sewing machine mechanic. I'm self taught b/c (at least in my area) none of the "old guys" are still around. There was no one left to train under. The saddest part to me is that even after learning these skills on my own, I don't see myself teaching this to someone just coming up in the world. In my region, there are too many people who see a job where they might get their hands dirty as utterly beneath them.

I am a forensic scientist in my day job and repair donated sewing machines as a volunteer at a local charity shop. My machines all go out on the floor clean, inspected, repaired, lubed, and adjusted. Now, the shop can charge more for something that absolutely works. All the money earned goes toward the local foodbank and to buying toys for kids at Xmas.

[aefqrwgaqedfgaerwgfd]

There’s a lot of integrity here, appreciate the transparency of where all the parts come from.

[alienmoonstalker]

Congratulations Cameron...I remember talking with you on watch forums over a decade ago! Glad to see how far you've come.

[tictocbang]

I met Cameron when he worked at AP, and then later toured Weiss. He is the real deal, and a heck of cool person.

[vizdrum]

I am really happy to see RGM in a documentary. They deserve recognition.

[brokenrecord]

Makes me happy that there is a place for master craftsmen in the world still,
that they can make a living doing what they do so well.

[kevindavis]

I own and love watches from both RGM and Weiss. Cool video.

[trdaniel]

RGM repaired my grandfather's watch.

thank you Mr.Murphy

[robc]

I've been a Tool and Die maker for 40 years and have done some very small, intricate work, but watch making is on a whole different level. Amazing work! I'm glad to see there are younger people still interested in doing this type of work.

[Marie]

Excellent documentary, great to see craftsmanship still alive and kicking.

[millionstartups]

Had a Sinn watch repaired by RGM but didn't know their expertise and capabilities go way beyond repairs. And how they instilled artistry in every part of their own timepieces.

[brettgosper]

So good to see such dedication to traditional craftsmanship and manufacturing. It's a shame a lot of this kind of work is lost on people - especially some who'd rather buy something cheaper, poorly made and won't last a year or two. Great video.

[EnjoyPlantPower]

I love watching stuff like this! I’m a Brit living in Germany and there is a great museum near by named „German Watch Museum Glashütte„. Well worth a visit!

[manusudha]

Fantastic video . More details would be even better. As a watch repairer for over 30 years, I would never miss this channel

[marcmanchesterunited]

Very nice watches. Greetings from Switzerland

[douglasgoddard]

I enjoyed this video. I am actually a Certified Master Watchmaker retired. I am glad to see watchmakers making a comeback.

[xote]

Roland Murphy is awesome! I saw him in a different video and the enthusiasm he has for what he does is contagious.