Ep3: Vintage Omega Seamaster Restoration | Caliber 354 Automatic (Ref. 2576)

In this video, I restore a vintage Omega Seamaster reference 2576, powered by the legendary Omega Caliber 354 automatic movement. Originally introduced in the late 1940s, the Cal. 354 is one of Omega’s early bumper automatic movements and represents a key moment in Swiss watchmaking history. This restoration walks through the full mechanical service process, including disassembly, inspection, cleaning, lubrication, reassembly, and final regulation. Along the way, I discuss the design features, engineering choices, and how the Omega Seamaster later became closely associated with the James Bond film franchise, reinforcing its legacy within modern watch culture. Whether you’re a watch collector, enthusiast, or fellow watchmaker, this video offers a detailed look inside a classic Omega movement and the careful work required to bring a vintage timepiece back to life. 🔔 Subscribe to Back in Time Watch Restorations for in-depth vintage watch restorations, movement overhauls, and horological history. #omegaseamaster #watchrestoration #vintagewatch #omegawatches #mechanicalwatch #JamesBondWatch #BondWatch #007Watch #OmegaBond #watchrepair #vintagewatchrestoration #watchservice 📌 Topics covered: Caseback removal with specialized tools Movement disassembly & oil cleanup Identifying and replacing broken parts Installing a new mainspring and crystal Detailed reassembly and lubrication with Moebius oils Watch performance testing on a timegrapher Omega and James Bond watch history overview 📽️ Subscribe for more vintage watch restorations and horology tutorials! Explore Further The watches of James Bond movies    • Видео      • A Complete History of James Bond Wristwatches      • Every James Bond Watch Is A Watch To Die F...   Professional Dial Restorations    • [ASMR] Vintage Omega Watch Dial Restoration      • [ASMR] Vintage Omega Constellations Watch ...      • [ASMR] Laser Engraved Omega Dial Restorati...   Wayne's Favorite Watch Repair Channels    / @wristwatchrevival      / @nekkidwatchmaker      / @vintagewatchservices      / @richardperrettwatchmaker      / @reddeadrestoration      / @watchrepairtutorials      / @watchrepairchannel   Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:45 Removing the case back 3:20 Inspecting the movement 4:10 Removing the automatic assembly 5:00 Removing the movement from the case 5:35 Removing the hands 6:25 Removing the dial 7:55 Removing the canon pinion 8:29 Testing on the timegrapher 8:59 Inspection under the microscope 10:25 Removing the balance 11:14 Removing center sweep pinion and driving wheel 11:55 Removing the crown wheel 12:00 History of watches in James Bond films 12:43 Removing the ratchet wheel 13:09 Removing the click 14:00 Removing the barrel bridge 15:42 Removing the train wheel bridge 16:20 Removing the train of wheels 16:40 Removing the palette fork bridge 17:31 Disassembly of keyless and motion works 18:15 Removing the mainspring from the barrel 19:47 Cleaning the train wheel pivots 20:22 Washing the movement parts 22:06 Installing the mainspring 22:51 Reassembly of the movement 23:41 Treating the escape wheel with epilame 24:36 Installing the train of wheels 26:32 Repairing oversized arbor hole 28:54 Installing the click 29:56 Installing the crown wheel 30:49 Installing the ratchet wheel 31:11 Installing the keyless works and motion works 34:58 Installing the palette fork 36:15 Installing the balance wheel 37:00 Lubricating the jewels 38:47 Tuning the performance of the movement 40:44 Installing the automatic assembly 42:15 Installing the dial and hands 44:13 Prepping and cleaning the case 45:31 Installing the new crystal 46:02 Reparing the crown and stem 46:31 Re-casing the movement 48:03 Installing the case back 49:03 Final showcase and closing