Off topic watch chat for the horologists out there
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Re: Off topic watch chat for the horologists out there
Any competent watchmaker should be able to service your chronograph.
Be careful with case polishing. Most watchmakers still polish cases to within an inch of their lives
to make them look new. Even top brand manufactures do this even if you specifically ask them not to.
They use a machine that removes the scratches - and the patina. This can also alter the shape ( especially lug details).
Many watches left the factory highly polished but many (like yours) had a satin finish. If you allow an outsider to
polish it they will ruin the original finish. You can't undo an over polished watchcase.
I use Cape Cod cloth.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cape-Cod-Fin ... :rk:2:pf:0
Best to experiment with the bracelet clasp. As your bracelet is brushed just gently polish in the direction of the grain. If you like
the result, repeat the action on the case and avoid the crystal.
Be careful with case polishing. Most watchmakers still polish cases to within an inch of their lives
to make them look new. Even top brand manufactures do this even if you specifically ask them not to.
They use a machine that removes the scratches - and the patina. This can also alter the shape ( especially lug details).
Many watches left the factory highly polished but many (like yours) had a satin finish. If you allow an outsider to
polish it they will ruin the original finish. You can't undo an over polished watchcase.
I use Cape Cod cloth.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cape-Cod-Fin ... :rk:2:pf:0
Best to experiment with the bracelet clasp. As your bracelet is brushed just gently polish in the direction of the grain. If you like
the result, repeat the action on the case and avoid the crystal.
“Much of the social history of the Western world over the past three
decades has involved replacing what worked with what sounded good "..
1971 911 2.2T sold
1970 911 2.2S Sold but remains within DDK
1959 Lancia Flaminia PF Coupe
decades has involved replacing what worked with what sounded good "..
1971 911 2.2T sold
1970 911 2.2S Sold but remains within DDK
1959 Lancia Flaminia PF Coupe
Re: Off topic watch chat for the horologists out there
Afternoon... first post on this thread so please be gentle!
Does anyone know the cost of a Rolex service (by Rolex)? I have a 1967 Oyster Precision that does not seem to be winding up properly.
Cheers,
Ollie
Does anyone know the cost of a Rolex service (by Rolex)? I have a 1967 Oyster Precision that does not seem to be winding up properly.
Cheers,
Ollie
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I can't tell you about Rolex but considerOllie wrote:Afternoon... first post on this thread so please be gentle!
Does anyone know the cost of a Rolex service (by Rolex)? I have a 1967 Oyster Precision that does not seem to be winding up properly.
Cheers,
Ollie
www.peterrobertswatchmakers.com/history/
He used to run a department at Rolex. He did a service for me last year and I think the charge was 330. He will do a better job than sending it back to Rolex
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It's probably £5-800 + parts but I've sent you a PMOllie wrote:Afternoon... first post on this thread so please be gentle!
Does anyone know the cost of a Rolex service (by Rolex)? I have a 1967 Oyster Precision that does not seem to be winding up properly.
Cheers,
Ollie
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Re: Off topic watch chat for the horologists out there
Thanks for the pointers Rich! I've ordered a couple of the polishing cloths.Any competent watchmaker should be able to service your chronograph.
Be careful with case polishing. Most watchmakers still polish cases to within an inch of their lives
to make them look new. Even top brand manufactures do this even if you specifically ask them not to.
They use a machine that removes the scratches - and the patina. This can also alter the shape ( especially lug details).
Many watches left the factory highly polished but many (like yours) had a satin finish. If you allow an outsider to
polish it they will ruin the original finish. You can't undo an over polished watchcase.
I use Cape Cod cloth.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Cape-Cod-Fin ... :rk:2:pf:0
Best to experiment with the bracelet clasp. As your bracelet is brushed just gently polish in the direction of the grain. If you like
the result, repeat the action on the case and avoid the crystal.
1969 911T Coupe
1980 911SC Coupe
1979 308GTS
1980 911SC Coupe
1979 308GTS
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Thank you for the recommendations Neil and Jason.
Ollie
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Re: Off topic watch chat for the horologists out there
Hi Ollie, a few of us here are using Bill Rice for our Rolex’s, brilliant service very highly recommended. My 40 year old sub has never run so well. Rolex themselves aren’t really interested in their old watches, they will want to replace everything and not give a guarantee unless they do, can run into thousands!
Google Bill Rice Rolex for a their website.
Google Bill Rice Rolex for a their website.
cheers, Mike.
previously..
1994 968 Club Sport Riviera Blue
1994 993 C2 Carrera Riviera Blue
1972 911S to Martini RSR Prototype Spec
1973 911E to RS Lightweight Specification
1981 924 Carrera GT ex Mexborough car
3.2 Carrera Sport x2
previously..
1994 968 Club Sport Riviera Blue
1994 993 C2 Carrera Riviera Blue
1972 911S to Martini RSR Prototype Spec
1973 911E to RS Lightweight Specification
1981 924 Carrera GT ex Mexborough car
3.2 Carrera Sport x2
Re: Off topic watch chat for the horologists out there
Something interesting for you Heuer Autavia fans
I'm selling this to help with funds for an Historic Formula Ford restoration.
£3250
PM me here or steveracefan@yahoo.co.uk
The last Heuer signed Autavia that they produced before everything was marked TAG Heuer in the mid 80's
11063MH model in very good unpolished condition
The case and crystal have scratches and small marks as can be seen in the photos
Bezel is in very good condition, no major chips or marks
Date change over at midnight
Uni directional bezel rotation
Chrono stop, start and rest working perfectly.
Heuer signed crown.
It is running around 5 mins per day slow so it will need a service
No box or papers
Video showing chrono reset
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYcYlle ... e=youtu.be
I'm selling this to help with funds for an Historic Formula Ford restoration.
£3250
PM me here or steveracefan@yahoo.co.uk
The last Heuer signed Autavia that they produced before everything was marked TAG Heuer in the mid 80's
11063MH model in very good unpolished condition
The case and crystal have scratches and small marks as can be seen in the photos
Bezel is in very good condition, no major chips or marks
Date change over at midnight
Uni directional bezel rotation
Chrono stop, start and rest working perfectly.
Heuer signed crown.
It is running around 5 mins per day slow so it will need a service
No box or papers
Video showing chrono reset
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYcYlle ... e=youtu.be
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Added a nice Pasadena onto my site this morning - superb PVD
http://heuerheritage.co.uk/heuer-pasadena/4540124659
also a slightly more patina'd example below it
http://heuerheritage.co.uk/heuer-pasadena/4540124659
also a slightly more patina'd example below it
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One of my favourite chronographs of all time coming in....
The early 70's mk2 Omega Speedmaster with racing dial
https://sweepinghand.co.uk/vintage-watc ... cing-dial/
The early 70's mk2 Omega Speedmaster with racing dial
https://sweepinghand.co.uk/vintage-watc ... cing-dial/
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How much is this lovely watch ?
Bootsy wrote:In the community spirit of DDK could we ask that all parts advertised on this section of the forum include a price.
If for any reason you do not want to put a price on something please PM me to explain why.
We want to avoid bidding wars between members. If you want people to bid on an item then please use Ebay.
Many thanks.
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None of your business. This is not the parts sectionmycar wrote:How much is this lovely watch ?
Bootsy wrote:In the community spirit of DDK could we ask that all parts advertised on this section of the forum include a price.
If for any reason you do not want to put a price on something please PM me to explain why.
We want to avoid bidding wars between members. If you want people to bid on an item then please use Ebay.
Many thanks.
Bidding wars here are highly encouraged, especially if it's one of mine or Bootsy's watches
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Always good to have a big mate to stand behind.
1959 S
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He's lost quite a bit of weight I'll have you know.mycar wrote: Always good to have a big mate to stand behind.
But keep fishing, one day you'll get a bite
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