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Restoration Tutorials

Step-by-step mentorship to become a watch restorer from home — in just 8 short lessons.

  • Lesson 1 - Introduction to Your Kit

  • Lesson 2 - Take your 'Before' photo

  • Lesson 3 - Set-up & Preparation

  • Lesson 4 - Deep Scratches? Magic Eraser!

  • Lesson 5 - Brushed Finishing

  • Lesson 6 - Mirror Finishing

  • Lesson 7 - The Last Steps

  • Lesson 8 - Take Your 'After' Photo

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Lesson 1 - Introduction to Your Kit

  • Before starting we recommend watching the full series to give you a complete view of all steps.

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Lesson 2 - Take your 'Before' Photo

  • Ensure you have a clean camera lens
  • Play with different lighting and angles
  • Try reducing exposure to reduce the harsh reflections

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Lesson 3 - Set-up & Preparation

  • Scissors are handy for trimming tape
  • Ensure crown is screwed down tight
  • No rush - take your time

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Lesson 4 - Deep Scratches? Magic Eraser!

  • If unsure, come back to this step later
  • You can practise on a test piece
  • Avoid edges to avoid softening any features

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Lesson 5 - Brushed Finishing

  • Tape off mirror polishes surfaces
  • Brush strokes against rotary direction
  • Always follow original grain direction

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Lesson 6 - Mirror Finishing

  • Tape off brushed surfaces
  • Centre pad before using - test no wobble
  • Only small dabs of polish required

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Lesson 7 - The Last Steps

  • No rush - take your time
  • Don't use any dirty cloths after final wash
  • Dry with paper towel to avoid water streaks

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Lesson 8 - Take your 'After' Photo

  • Ensure you have a clean camera lens
  • Use same angle as 'Before' photo
  • Check 'Before' & 'After' side by side

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