He Wore This Rolex Every Day for 53 Years (Until it Stopped Working)

Marshall restores a vintage Rolex watch owned by a man who purchased it himself in 1962 and has worn it every day since! That is until it stopped running about 5 years ago. Marshall takes the task on of getting this beautiful watch back on the owner's wrist and you get to come along for the journey!

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[chlee]

What makes these contents so interesting is the storytelling. Marshall first tells the story of the watch and its owner before he even begins to work on the piece. That's like character-building in a story and that's got all of us rooting for a good ending. That he doesn't even charge says a lot about him. Great job.

[ld-dmaker]

it's incredible how 54 minutes passed by and I didn't notice, it's hypnotizing how good your videos are, just plain calmness

[BC-evhl]

I mean this as the highest compliment. You're the Bob Ross of watch restoration and repair. So calm and peaceful and enjoyable content. I love watching your videos Sir.

[eludnu]

Marshall, so excited to see this one. My father bought 2 of these while serving in Vietnam. The exact same dial, bezel, et Al. He kept one and sent one to his dad. My fathers was stolen in a burglary in 1973. His fathers was passed around to his brothers after his dad died.

My dad passed 2 years ago and my uncles presented me with his dads watch. It’s a beautiful and understated piece. Thank you for sharing this.

[itsCrust]

i'm not a watch guy. not even a little. but watching people be passionate about their hobbies, seeing all the love and care that goes into something i normally take for granted, is something that always fascinates me. i randomly clicked on this video in my recommended because it seemed interesting, but the love and enthusiasm in this video was absolutely infectous! an absolute joy to watch, especially around 25:45 or so when the train wheel bridge fell right into place. i have no idea how finnicky those normally are, but just in that reaction i could tell something special had happened. that kind of stuff makes me so happy to see.

[ShaneOCain]

Never thought I'd take the time to watch a video like this and I couldn't turn away. The craftsmanship is incredible and the tone of the video is so well done. Can't believe all that goes into these things and the level of knowledge required to service them.

[patrickhannon]

For a watch that ticked well over 1.6 billion seconds during it’s 53 years of use, the wear and tear on the inside was absolutely minimal!. What a testament to craftsmanship. There’s something to be said about a ‘One and Done’ watch collection. The looseness of that Jubilee bracelet shows the love and use that the watch has had-with more use yet to come!. Enjoyed this video so much.

[Budgy.Derpy]

As a mechanic, carbon composite technician, I just want to say that even though my heart and passions are with cars. I've always had a deep fascination with watches. The design and engineering behind them is quite literally timeless. I think I may have a new hobby 😊

[wilberburroughs]

My 5513 submariner bought back in1978 has been on my wrist for 45 years, now getting a overhaul at Madrid Rolex....your videos are awe inspiring, im 69 but my next life i will be as a watchmaker thanks to you!!!

[bkrarmyo]

OK, be honest. How many of us rewatched at 11:57 and had a mini heart attack because it looked like that screw took off like a rocket? Love the content sir. Thanks for sharing your talent and pssion.

[smoothieking]

I would just like to point out how amazing the commentary is. I know that the voice over is recorded after to narrative the job, but sometimes I catch my self second guessing with how you are able to react so realistically to what is happening that it sounds live at some points. Absolutely amazing, this is why you have the best watch servicing channel on youtube. A+ entertainment that keeps us coming back

[rilagin]

You are such a wonderful and selfless person Marshall the generosity you showed to this nice old man almost made me cry.

[lettuceman]

Great to see a watch repaired from an older gentleman who's still with us. The stories of an elder's time on this Earth coming to end and a broken watch coming into the hands of an heir are always sweet, in that they remind us of the bonds we share through our possessions. But it's a breath of fresh air to see someone who's still around and kicking getting their Ol' Reliable fixed up a tad. :)

[rolfmoren]

I love this show. Thank you, Marshall !! The incredible history behind the watch and its restoration process is a fantastic combination.

[dylanlaughlin]

The level that this guy is working at a mechanic grade is second to none. Watch guys will always amaze me. I've been a professional heavy duty guy for a while and the complexity of watches is really impressive, great job sir.

[documetricsinc.]

You make this look so easy. With the magnified view, I have remind myself how tiny, precise and delicate the parts are and what steady and practiced hands you need to work with them. Bravo and thanks for sharing this fascinating hobby/occupation.

[michaelwork]

Can I say as a subscriber for about a year you are absolutely fantastic at watch repair and your videos are just so well done can I just thank you for being more than a watch repair channel for me I'm working in Oregon but I live in New Jersey ....and seeing a new video is like Christmas for me as while I miss my wife and kids while I'm gone ( 8 weeks out 1 week home ) having your channel and videos is like having a piece of home with me .... this channel is my anti depressant/ anxiety medicine and I truly thank you from the bottom of my heart .

[sunilpermaul]

I can't get over how you did this for free for this viewer. I mean, it's such an amazing story having this watch for decades and him not knowing where to get it serviced and what to pay. You're the best!!

[thelonemodder]

Always very satisfying watching how you pour all those tender loving care into those watches that you are working on. Pure joy💖

[OfficiallySnek]

Dude lays every step out so nicely that I bet a 5th grader could repair a watch with some supervision