Discovering Cortébert: Swiss Watchmaking's Forgotten Gem - A Vintage Watch Restoration Saga! скачать в хорошем качестве

Discovering Cortébert: Swiss Watchmaking's Forgotten Gem - A Vintage Watch Restoration Saga!

As a Cortébert enthusiast, I'm excited to share with you this fascinating vintage watch restoration project. Cortébert's rich history is truly captivating—credited with creating the first "digital display" watch in the 1920s and producing movements for the pioneering Rolex Panerai, among other milestones. Today, we embark on a journey to restore a 1950s Cortébert timepiece and uncover its enduring charm. Upon arrival, this watch was in a state of disrepair, with a broken balance staff that led to some inevitable frustration. However, with determination and a touch of modern technology, we'll bring this classic back to life. Utilizing 3D printing, left-handed springs, and right-handed winders, we'll navigate the intricate world of watchmaking to revive this icon. Throughout the restoration process, we'll delve into the intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail that Cortébert is known for. From the beautiful dial to the meticulously engineered movement, this vintage watch is a testament to the timeless elegance and innovation of Cortébert's legacy. So come along as we embark on this thrilling vintage watch restoration adventure, celebrating Cortébert's storied past and experiencing the satisfaction of breathing new life into a classic timepiece. #VintageWatch #WatchRestoration #WatchRepair #Cortébert #WatchHistory #RolexPanerai #1950sWatch #WatchEnthusiast #SavingTime #TimelessElegance #WatchCraftsmanship --------------------------------------------- Abraham-Louis Juillard established his watchmaking store in the Swiss village of Cortébert in 1790, although the brand name was not officially registered until 1855 with the Bottony cross logo. Cortébert gained a reputation for its railroad watches, supplying timepieces to the Turkish, Italian, and several other European railway systems. In 1927, Mussolini requested that Cortébert distribute watches under the Perseo brand name in Italy, as foreign brands were rejected by the government. The Italian railway system used Perseo watches, and the brand continued to be favored by the Italian public after World War II. The Russian watch factory Molnija produced a number of calibers that were very similar to Cortébert's 16 Ligne Cal. 620. By 1944 Cortébert had developed 20 different calibers. However, in the early 1970s, the quartz revolution hit the watch industry hard, causing Cortébert to close down its operations. In response, Cortébert's representatives in Italy purchased the Perseo brand name and continued as an independent company. Today, Perseo maintains its relationship with the Italian Railroad System, while Cortébert remains a piece of watchmaking history. ------------------------------------ Oil used Light oil (escape wheel/third wheel/fourth wheel/balance pivots): Moebius 9010 Heavy oil (centre wheel/barrel arbor/barrel/motion work): Moebius HP 1300 or Moebius D5 Pallet oil: Moebius 941/2 and Moebius 9415 pallet grease (for fast beating watches over 19,800bph) Mainspring: Moebius 8200 grease Keyless work and upper crown wheel: Moebius 8301 grease Cleaning agents Elma - WF Pro Watch Cleaning Elma Suprol Pro 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Getting the movement out of the case 03:29 Disassembling the backside of the watch movement 09:50 Disassembling the keyless and motion works 12:55 Cleaning the watch parts 15:26 Winding the mainspring, left handed spring right handed winders! 17:27 Reassembling and oiling the back of the main plate 24:21 Reassembling and oiling the dial side of the watch, keyless and motion works 28:35 Fixing the broken balance and oiling. 32:55 Completing the escapement, does it tick? 34:31 Finishing up. Timegrapher results and a look at the watch on wrist