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Underrated 1970's Funk! This Certina Argonaut 280 Vintage Watch needs a service
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Underrated 1970's Funk! This Certina Argonaut 280 Vintage Watch needs a service

Join Horology Biology for a Live strip down inspection of this funky Certina Argonaut 280 automatic vintage watch with the cal 25-651 inside. Certina is a brand that is still going to this day and their late 60's and 70's watches were bright and full of funk. I'm going to strip this watch down, inspect it and chat with you guys. Feel free to tune in. HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #vintagcertina #vintagewatchrestoration
This Vintage Enicar Super Divette Watch served in the Vietnam War!
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This Vintage Enicar Super Divette Watch served in the Vietnam War!

Horology Biology provides a vintage watch restoration service on an historic Enicar Super Divette watch. In 1972 Coupe was a Major and a flight commander in the 8th Special Operations Squadron. Stationed at Bien Hoa Airbase in Vietnam. He flew the A37 Dragonfly planes providing close air support for ground troops. He wore this same watch during his tours of duty and mainly wore it on the inside of his wrist. It was a pleasure to touch this watch having such a rich military history. The Pilot that wore the Diver watch. The story about U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Michael Blassie was once known as the Vietnam War “Unknown Soldier” https://www.vvmf.org/stories/Michael-Blassie/ HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator HB Merch available at https://horology-biology.creator-spring.com/ Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. 00:00 Intro 01:02 The Strip down 01:50 Autoworks disassemble 09:57 Pegging the Jewels / Pre-Cleaning 10:17 Mainspring removal 10:49 Pivots Pre-cleaning 11:14 Basket Prep 11:30 Case & bracelet ultrasonic cleaning 11:55 NOS Enicar crystal fitting 12:40 The Rebuild 12:49 Mainspring refitting 14:28 Incabloc cleaning and oiling 18:33 Barrel bridge adjustment 30:07 Dial refitting 30:37 Hands refitting 31:53 Autoworks lubrication 32:05 Autoworks rebuild 34:51 Casing up the watch 36:01 New gasket fitting 36:24 Bracelet refitting 30:07 Timergrapher results In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #watchrestoration #vintageenicar
You do NOT open a Rolex watch like this! Watchmaker reacts!
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You do NOT open a Rolex watch like this! Watchmaker reacts!

More Fake Rolex watch restoration videos are popping up on YouTube. How these get views are beyond me. Horology Biology reacts for the last time in this series. HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology Link to the original video: https://youtu.be/FBPlmYAf598?si=eZxrbFxQOviHlQ7a I'm giving away a 1952 Omega Seamaster Calendar Vintage Watch to one lucky subscriber once the channel hits 10,000 subscribers. All you have to do is like and subscribe, it couldn't be simpler to potentially win an iconic Omega classic. So if you're watching this in the months to come and the sub count is still below 10k, then you know it hasn't been won yet! HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator HB Merch available at https://horology-biology.creator-spring.com/ Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Link to the original video: https://youtu.be/ac39DGJzYKk In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #fakerestorationvideo #horologybiology #rolex
Swatch X Blancpain Watch - Waiting in line All Night! Was it worth it? Amsterdam Swatch Store!
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Swatch X Blancpain Watch - Waiting in line All Night! Was it worth it? Amsterdam Swatch Store!

As Swatch X Blancpain release the Fifty Fathoms 'Scuba' watch I decided to check out the waiting line in Amsterdam. How many flippers? How many collectors. Would you wait 15 hours in a queue all night for a plastic watch? HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator HB Merch available at https://horology-biology.creator-spring.com/ Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #swatchxblancpain #swatch
I received the dirtiest Grand Seiko Vintage Watch! Ref 5646-7010 Full Restoration
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I received the dirtiest Grand Seiko Vintage Watch! Ref 5646-7010 Full Restoration

Horology Biology completes a full watch service restoration of a Grand Seiko 5646-7010 in non-running terrible condition. Even the dial was covered in oil! I've never seen anything like this before. HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator HB Merch available at https://horology-biology.creator-spring.com/ Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. 00:00 Intro 00:54 The Strip down 03:01 Oil on the dial??? 11:23 Mainspring removal 11:49 Pegging the Jewels / Pre-Cleaning 12:15 Basket prep / Deep cleaning 12:27 Old crystal removal 12:55 The Rebuild 29:02 Dial & Hands refitting 30:21 NOS Crystal fitting 31:56 Case up the watch 32:28 New gasket fitting 32:58 NOS GS Bracelet fitting 33:09 Timergrapher In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #watchrestoration #grandseiko
I received this Omega Soccer Timer Vintage Watch and brought it back to life!  Full Restoration
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I received this Omega Soccer Timer Vintage Watch and brought it back to life! Full Restoration

Horology Biology performs a vintage watch restoration repair service on this Omega Seamaster Soccer Timer Ref 145.020 Chronograph A troubled watch to work on with the same Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch Cal 861 These are marvellous chronograph watches that were produced in 3 references. The 145.016, 145.019 and of course the 145.020 which we have here. All sporting the famous 861 caliber. HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator HB Merch available at https://horology-biology.creator-spring.com/ Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. 00:00 Intro 00:45 First half: The Strip down 15:17 Pre-cleaning // Pegging the jewels 15:50 Pushers, crystal & gasket removal 16:26 Injury time: Basket prep 16:41 Second half: The rebuild 18:16 Staking set time 21:04 New mainspring fitting 40:35 Extra time: Dial refitting 40:53 Hands refitting 42:20 Refitting the pushers 42:36 New crystal fitting 43:13 Casing up the watch 44:07 New gasket fitting 44:28 Timergrapher In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #watchrestoration #omegawatches
What will be found inside this Vintage Enicar Sherpa Ops Watch?
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What will be found inside this Vintage Enicar Sherpa Ops Watch?

Join Horology Biology for a Live strip down inspection of this iconic 1960's Vintage Diver Watch. The Enicar Sherpa Ops. Vintage Enicar watches are becoming even more popular than ever before, ever wondered what the movements look like? Join HB for an inside tour of this iconic time piece. This one needs a service, and I've already been pre-warned about a glued crystal! Let the games begin. If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Rode Videomic Go / in video and voice over recordings Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #vintageenicar #vintagewatchrestoration
The Watchmaking tools you need! From eBay to Amazon
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The Watchmaking tools you need! From eBay to Amazon

From eBay to Amazon, watchmaking tools can be found in many places. Horology Biology goes through his studio and watchmaking tools on the bench that he uses for servicing, repairs and restorations of Vintage Watches. HOW TO GET IN TOUCH Instagram: horology_biology Email: vintageenicar@gmail.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/horologybiology Choosing watchmaking tools can be difficult, HB shows you what you will need for servicing a watch and help you on your watchmaking journey. From the essentials to the not so essentials. All of my tools have been purchased through the following locations Amazon: https://www.amazon.com Bergeon screwdriver set: https://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-30081-S09-Turning-Stand-Screwdrivers/dp/B0B15RTPWN/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1147FJG6RW9P8&keywords=bergeon+screwdriver+set&qid=1692004102&sprefix=bergeon+screwdriver+se%2Caps%2C264&sr=8-7 Case ball: https://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-8008-Rubber-Close-Backs/dp/B07N44WVL2/ref=pd_bxgy_img_sccl_1/133-1531740-4973909?pd_rd_w=HLlFR&content-id=amzn1.sym.26a5c67f-1a30-486b-bb90-b523ad38d5a0&pf_rd_p=26a5c67f-1a30-486b-bb90-b523ad38d5a0&pf_rd_r=0X7ZRW6RXJMRJ572C7Q2&pd_rd_wg=MM0dY&pd_rd_r=474e99ea-db75-4c73-81a8-59815fa997af&pd_rd_i=B07N44WVL2&psc=1 Bench mat: https://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-7808-V-mat-Bench-Soft/dp/B081QLZJ49/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3I8JFIDDUER94&keywords=bergeon+mat&qid=1692004277&sprefix=bergeon+mat%2Caps%2C265&sr=8-1 Horotec brass tweezers: https://www.amazon.com/Horotec-MSA12-303-S5C-watchmaker-tweezers-repair/dp/B09BTM7HF6/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=horotec+tweezers&qid=1692004326&sprefix=horotec+twee%2Caps%2C244&sr=8-2 Bergeon Presto tool (hand remover): https://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-30636-1-Presto-Remover-Watchmaker/dp/B07K4HNCKG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=bergeon+presto+tool&qid=1692004396&sprefix=bergeon+presto%2Caps%2C259&sr=8-1 Bergeon Presto tool (cannon pinon remover): https://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-30637-2-Pinions-Chronograph-Driving/dp/B07N43FJDM/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=bergeon+presto+tool&qid=1692004459&sprefix=bergeon+presto%2Caps%2C259&sr=8-4 Bergeon Presto tool type 3 (wheel remover): https://www.hobbyklok.nl/en/all-categories/watchmaker-tool-workshop-need/bergeon/03-tool-strap-case-crystal-dial-hand/presto-type-3-bergeon-4263003 Bergeon blower: https://www.amazon.com/Blower-BERGEON-Swiss-Manufacturers-No-4657/dp/B07D9QK8HJ/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1VFMDSV7EVHBC&keywords=bergeon+presto+tool+blue&qid=1692004504&sprefix=bergeon+presto+tool+blue%2Caps%2C288&sr=8-9 Bergeon 4040 movement holder: https://www.amazon.com/Bergeon-Extensible-reversible-movement-Watchmaker/dp/B07FVXG1CV/ref=sr_1_2?crid=37027SLKZDGVI&keywords=bergeon+movement+holder&qid=1692004622&sprefix=bergeon+movement+hold%2Caps%2C263&sr=8-2 Moebius oil starter kit. (Perfect as you get a little of most things for a great price). https://www.ebay.com/itm/295868248530?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=GhX7YihHTe6&sssrc=2047675&ssuid=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY Hobby Klok: https://www.hobbyklok.nl (they ship internationally, great site) https://www.hobbyklok.nl/en/all-categories/watchmaker-tool-workshop-need Cousins: https://www.cousinsuk.com Ebay: https://www.ebay.com https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4432023.m570.l1313&_nkw=watchmaker+tools&_sacat=0 Local second hand websites If you saw something in the video that I missed, feel free to drop a comment about it below and I'll be sure to reply 👍 If you wish to support the channel and feel what I am providing is of value then I would love you as a member of the channel. You can join via the join button above or join me as a Patreon member. https://www.youtube.com/c/HorologyBiology/join https://patreon.com/horologybiology?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator HB Merch available at https://horology-biology.creator-spring.com/ Latest HB Watch Restoration videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REEytWgxFvc&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAXUuRQ0__Nav0l623FXc_vV Latest HB Watches and More videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUNHTov5Bnw&list=PL-TaZWUHMuAVhFWVRvyCDE2yJ4l2Re7jj Feel free to like the video and subscribe to my channel. If you do subscribe please leave a comment telling me you did and I will reply to each and every one of you. In between videos check out https://www.vintageenicar.com & https://www.horologybiology.com for more watches or follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horology_biology/ Also available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/HorologyBiology Technical equipment: Cam 1: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 14-140mm lens with a x2 magnifier lens Cam 2: Panasonic Lumix G7 with a 7-14mm Lecia wide angle lens Cam 3: Microscope Sony IMX290 autofocus camera 1080p Amscope trinocular stereo microscope Blue Yeti overhead microphone Macbook Pro 2021 Yolobox Pro encoder multicam. Monitor/Live video decoder Final Cut Pro / Editing Photopea.com / thumbnail creation #horologybiology #ebay #amazon

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