In this video, I will be restoring a vintage CYMA watch movement from the late 1960s. This watch was a reward for the long service provided by my stepfather's dad in 1969 from the company he worked for. It had an odd issue that caused it to wind stiffly, perform poorly, and run for a short amount of time. I will be going through the process of cleaning and lubricating the movement components, and I will also be tracking down and repairing the fault. I will be showing you the before and after results. Although this video is provided for entertainment, I hope that you learn something from it. Enjoy!

The movement had stopped working and had a very difficult winding crown. Despite having a new bearing fitted previously, the movement had a very low amplitude of just 110 degrees. The watch was stripped down and cleaned, the barrel bridge repaired and the crown replaced. The amplitude was improved to 190200 degrees and the overall timing was adjusted. The case and bracelet were cleaned and buffed and the watch is now working perfectly.

The watch was a lovely reminder of my stepfather's dad and was a very special project to work on. The movement was well constructed and had a few nice design touches which made it stand out. Once the repair was complete, the watch was a pleasure to use. It was a great feeling to bring it back to life and to have it working as it should. The watch was a great success and I was proud to have been able to restore it. It was a great reminder of the importance of family and of the craftsmanship and precision of watchmaking.

5 key facts about CYMA watches...
1. They were founded over 120 years ago in Geneva, Switzerland, as a small familyrun business.
2. The initially specialized in producing handcrafted pocket watches and chronographs.
3. They continue to have a presence in over 70 countries.
4. They're a renowned brand in the watchmaking industry to this day.
5. They continue to offer a wide range of luxury timepieces for both ladies and gents.

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