Omega 30T2 Military Watch Service and Jewel Replacement and repair tutorial

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A gents military Omega watch with the 30T2 movement. Broken balance staff, broken impulse pin and worn centre wheel pivot.

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Note that the tool used in the video described as a Jacot tool is actually a Platax tool, sorry for my mistake.

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[philedwards]

Very helpful. I am in the process of restoring a burnt 30T2 that has sat in a cupboard for the last 50 years.
It was a great reference. Love your videos.Thanks again Mark.

[alanpassat]

The more about watchmaking and repair I learn, the more fascinating the things on my wrist become. And there are still those who think it's just about telling the time.

[derekwilkinson]

I have no idea how I ever started watching your channel Mark, but I’m glad I did, always interesting.

[shareurtube]

As usual, I really enjoyed watching your videos. I am continually amazed at the workmanship and precision of vintage watches and your skills to bring them back to life. Thanks.

[robcanaryondrums]

I'm just learning so much watching your videos. I am a collector wanting to go the distance to learn the trade and can say that you are a true inspiration for me. Not to mention the great camera work and details with your calming voice instructing every detail as you go along is fantastic. IMO, I don't think there is a more informative resource in watch servicing anywhere. Thank you for your awesome videos and expertise.

[seal]

I own a WWW 30T2 so this video is personally an absolute pleasure to watch. Thankyou.

[TheDagda]

A real pleasure to see a craftsman at work. Many thanks.

[scdevon]

This series of Omega movements are arguable the best vintage 12 hour movements ever especially the Cal. 286. It's a shame this one was abused. Nice work on this movement !!

[heywood]

I'm very glad you chose to film this as I found it very informative and interesting. You are a master at your craft.

[stalthyone]

It’s a pleasure to watch work Mark. One can never get enough of watch repair videos!

[scotdoc]

Yet another superb video Mark! Just done my Dad's Omega Seamaster 600 (601 calibre). Wish I'd seen this first. You make it look so easy. Keep 'em coming. I've learned more watching your videos than all the online distance learning/reading I've done so far.

Best wishes,
Roddy

[charlesg]

A super video regarding a wonderful vintage WW2 Omega. Exciting history on your wrist! So much inspiration here. Thank you Mark, it was thoroughly enjoyed!!

[HonsRulz]

As a student in watchmakers school I find your videos interesting and enjoyable to watch. Thanks for putting out the awesome content.

[dvcavall]

I wish you would explain why you use the different lubricants at different areas, and why some wheels and pivots, get no lubricant at all. Thanks for the informative lessons.

[dontcallmetravis]

I've been watching your videos and I'm ready to take the plunge into repairing watches as a hobby.  I'm very much looking forward to the enjoyment of seeing the movement begin! It looked like the shaft of the crown (I don't know the correct name) was still rusted and I wondered why the rust wasn't completely removed. Thank you for the very helpful and quality videos.

[richardsherwin]

Loved this!
How clever repairing the impulse pivot.
What a smashing watch. Now running like new I imagine.
I really am enjoying watching these.
All the best and thanks
Richard

[ronerx]

Wow!  Upgraded to 16 jewel along the way! Brilliant repair! 

[robertmcgrath]

Your videos are very enlightening and entertaining at the same time!

[andrewknight]

absolutely fascinating. Watching and listening to this gentleman meticulously going about his work. I feel very calm and relaxed like being coach how to meditate... ohmmm. I actually own one of these. My Dad was given it when he did his national service in Cyprus when he was 18. It wasn't working when he was given it. It was knocking about in a box for as long as i can remember when at sometime i pinched it as a kid and eventually it found its way with me to my own home. My Dad knew i had it by then and let me have it as it was valued by some auction house decades ago at around £250. My Dad use to go to auctions and take me back in the 70's and it seemed to rub off on me as i've been a restored of antique glass for the past 18yrs. Anyway one of the dealers i know was into military watching and spoke about the dirty dozen watches or 12 brands that was commissioned to the British army during 2ww, the omega being one of them. This field of collecting these 12 watches is very fashionable at the mo. So got it restored by a watch repairer who specialises in military watches. I wear it as much as i can but it so happens its back with him after 2 1/2years getting the balance staff pivots made by a specialist. I'd like to ask Mark, are new replacements ready available or do you have them made? I'm not trying to catch my watch restorer out or anything, as a restorer myself it's who you know that can make the difference. I just thought, it maybe you he comes to lol! It's a lovely watch and i treasure it, as my Dad past away last August. So at least i have a personal thing of his and this watch gains more to its story. How do you rate these 30T2 movements Mark? Would they of been of a chronometer standard? Maybe too pricey for the MOD i would of thought

[paulhelmuth]

Very useful indeed! I just acquired a vintage Omega with a 266 movement - and this will be a great guide to servicing it.