You won't believe the end result... Extreme Restoration of Seiko Divers Watch

Restoring a Seiko Scuba Mid-Size Diver's Watch | Caliber 4205A Movement Rebuild & History Discover the journey of restoring a Seiko Scuba Mid-Size Diver's Watch (aka Lady Diver's Watch) I bought on eBay for just $45! This seemingly defective watch presented a unique challenge, but with determination and skill, I brought it back to life. Follow along to see the meticulous process of cleaning, repairing, and rebuilding this watch. History of the Seiko Scuba Mid-Size Diver's Watch: The Seiko Scuba Mid-Size Diver's Watch, often referred to as the Lady Diver's Watch, is a classic timepiece renowned for its robust design and reliable performance. Introduced in the late 20th century, this watch features the caliber 4205A movement, a testament to Seiko's commitment to quality and innovation in horology. Its compact size and durable build made it a popular choice among both amateur and professional divers. Restoration Process: Initial Assessment: Bought on eBay as a defective watch. Movement Details: Fitted with a Seiko caliber 4205A movement. Parts: Utilized spare parts, including bezel insert, dial, glass, and strap. Some original, some aftermarket. Cleaning: Ultrasonic Machine for 45 minutes, followed by the Watch Movement Cleaning Machine for an hour. Restoration: Two months of planning, shooting, and organizing spare parts. The case restoration was done by hand. Challenges: Restoring the heavily used case and working with a contaminated, rusty movement. Watch the full restoration process and see the transformation! If you enjoy the video, please let me know in the comments. Your feedback will inspire future restoration projects. Hope you enjoy the video 😊 Microscope (gifted by Linkmicroscope): https://amzn.to/3ClPjQV Movement holder: https://amzn.to/3MDGndl Rubber Ball: https://amzn.to/39PUmhH Watch Case Cushion: https://amzn.to/3LFl7lT Dial protecting sheets: https://amzn.to/3wyZZJV Rodico Dry Cleaner: https://amzn.to/38AJTqc Watch Spring Bar Tool: https://amzn.to/3LJMF9U Dial protector: https://amzn.to/3DgXazX Bergeon crystal remover: https://amzn.to/3NYZhys Barrel closer: https://amzn.to/3O8m7Ut Bench mat: https://amzn.to/3MFb2He Case back opener: https://amzn.to/3NX908a Case back opener RLX: https://amzn.to/3pvUif2 Bergeon cleaning stick: https://amzn.to/44qW4No Watch Repair Tool: https://amzn.to/3sPo90y Bergeon screwdriver: https://amzn.to/3K54GSj Watch parts box: https://amzn.to/3CWusE3 Bracelet tool: https://amzn.to/3XBdwws Oil cups: https://amzn.to/3rbZzZK Oilers: https://amzn.to/3wMd55o Automatic oiler: https://amzn.to/3NYZhys Oil: Mobius 9010: https://amzn.to/46ACTCw Mobius 941: https://amzn.to/3NWn9l9 Mobius 9415: https://amzn.to/3pBJoo7 Mobius HP 500: https://amzn.to/3pAGQXu Mobius HP 1300: https://amzn.to/438URcy Mobius D-5: https://amzn.to/3pyktSo Grease: Mobius 9504: https://amzn.to/44y25YN Mobius 8200: https://amzn.to/3CW6ysf Mobius 8300: https://amzn.to/449MkHI Silicone: Bergeon 2588: https://amzn.to/3XCN1qj Seiko TSF-451: https://amzn.to/3XQSxWN Gasket: https://amzn.to/46vr68H #Seiko #WatchRestoration #DiverWatch #Seiko4205A #VintageWatch #DIYWatchRepair #UltrasonicCleaning #WatchRepair