[Maithree]

This video makes me really appreciate mechanical watches. And the effort that goes into them. Not that I will stop liking my quartz. But this is really cool.

 

[rdoder]

Nice video, thanks for sharing! I like how he relates mechanical watch as analogous to other aspects of life or existence.

I feel most of the time, most people just buy/enjoy on wrist/sell, which is enjoyable too, but not as hands-on. I'm not a hands-on guy, but I could see the appeal of fixing/servicing movements, for those who could and like to do it.

 

[DWankmuller]

This has inspired me to take apart my Omega and see if I can put it back together!!! Haha jk...awesome video thank you for sharing!

 

[pbnelson]

Recommended art-film short: "The Watchmaker"

I recommend this nine-minute short about an impressive Iranian-British man who restores old flea-market watches in his home workshop. High-def closeups of mechanical watch movements, casual philosophizing about time and chaos and craft, awe inspiring beard, lots of film-festival awards:

The Atlantic. Published on Nov 27, 2018. For one man, repairing watches offers respite from hectic modern life. "The Watchmaker" was directed by Marie-Cécile Embleton. It is part of The Atlantic Selects, an online showcase of short documentaries from independent creators, curated by The Atlantic.

 

[thrills]

Re: Recommended art-film short: "The Watchmaker"

Very cool, thanks for posting!

 

[StufflerMike]

Re: Recommended art-film short: "The Watchmaker"

Already posted, two threads merged.

 

[sticky]

Interesting vid. Thanks for posting it.