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Sounds like a plan. If you do message the seller, tell them that youve taken it to a professional and they've confirmed it doesn't meet the seller's description.
It'll be cracking if you can get it cleaned and running propey though. Watch servicing prices vary wildly, but I'd try to aim for no more than £100 - £120 labour charge.
I can PM anyone the details of the chap I use in Yorkshire (by post) if anyone fancies using them. He's very experienced and good value.
Also, if anyone ever needs access to a Timegrapher, either to assess a movement or to regulate, then mine's free to use in Leytonstone.
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So apparently it just needs a service. No parts replacing. The place I went to quoted £160 (inc. a 1yr guarantee).
I do need to buy a strap so if that's "all" that it needs, I'm tempted to get the details of your guy if it saves some money.
I'm in two minds about messaging the seller. I guess it can't hurt.
hugo7
That's exactly what I was thinking / planning. I took it to a place in Hatton Garden that seemed to be recommended on Google, so I should hear by the end of the week.
I'm wondering whether I should notify the seller now that it's not keeping time and I'm having it checked. Or is it best to wait on the outcome?
At the end of the day I've allocated a budget which includes servicing. I do think with a mid to dark brown strap it will look lovely and strike the right balance of a vintage man's watch for a girl. The ropey Tissot was a better size though.
I can't believe I didn't realise watch guy was English. I'd always assumed he was stateside. I love reading that blog when things are quiet.