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I’ve asked this before “on here” but since forgotten. I have a Vertex Allproof that belonged to my grandfather. It has 1954 engraved on it so I guess that dates it... I think it has a slight issue, where the mechanism for winding it can get confused with that for actually setting the time.
Where is a good place to get this serviced (if that’s what is needed) in London. For reference it looks the same as this except the second hand doesn’t have a red arrow:
https://www.poshtime.com/3029.019/Vertex-Allproof-9ct-Gold-c.1953.php
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Some people here like Alsal. But I wouldn’t be scared to post it.
You’ll need the dial off to access the keyless works (which are at fault), so may as well get it serviced. I’d aim to not pay more than £125. You may need to buy a spare part for the keyless works (set lever spring or setting bridge) but that should only be around £10.
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I just recommended this guy a few posts up:
http://watchguy.co.uk/You'd need to post it though - unless you live near them. Seem super honest from my dealings with them.
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My brother is selling his Seiko SPB053J1, click for full sales spam
Seiko Prospex SPB053J1 "62MAS Modern Interpretation" diver's watch. Purchased from a UK AD in June 2018 and infrequently worn since. This watch is in excellent condition with no scratches or marks anywhere, other than a small mark on the bracelet clasp (which I have pictured). As standard this blue dial version comes only on a black rubber strap. I have added the genuine OEM Seiko steel bracelet as fitted to the SPB051 (black dial) variant. This bracelet alone is worth £200+ and actually costs upwards of £400 from an official Seiko dealer (the Seiko Boutique quoted me £420 fitted, really). It is an unusually good bracelet for Seiko and has some really nice brushed/polished surfaces. Also included is the original standard black rubber strap (also excellent, made of soft rubber and with a steel keeper). This is a really nice example with no chapter ring/bezel alignment issues, a smooth crown action, and which keeps excellent time. Straight out of the box it has consistently gained no more than 1.5 to 2.5 seconds per day. The case back has never been opened. The case itself is really impressive by the way - the fine edges and the zaratsu polishing are amazing for a watch in this price range. The watch is complete, boxed, including the manual, guarantee card (dated and stamped by the retailer) and even the original tag and case back sticker. Please note that the steel bracelet has been sized and had three links taken out. These spare links are included in the sale but be aware that one of the pins has been mislaid, so only two pins are present. The bracelet is quite long so this should only be an issue if you have a very large wrist. Asking £650, located in Stratford / East London. Selling only to fund an SBDC065. Better photos of this model than I could take are here (might be useful as it shows it on a variety of straps): [https://wornandwound.com/review/seiko-prospex-diver-ref-spb053-review/](https://wornandwound.com/review/seiko-prospex-diver-ref-spb053-review/)
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What a beauty. My one in green is one of my favourite divers. Unreal quality for the price.
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Ah, that's my watch (and my wrist)… Cheers @Stonehedge, yeah, I love it, but I really want the new SBDC065 and can't justify keeping both. Incredible quality, the case finishing puts watches three or four times the price to shame. Mine runs at about +2 seconds a day as well. Last time I wore it it gained no more 1.5s/day over six days.
Saw the green version in the Seiko boutique and was surprised to see that it really is as bright as it looks in the pictures. Amazing colour and I dig the gold hands too.
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Don’t know if this has been mentioned here but has anyone been to Christian Marclay’s The Clock at Tate Modern yet (free)?
It is amazing. A 24 hour film, in synchronised time with reality, of movie footage containing watches and clocks. It’s edited in a way that somehow makes it flow. Strong recommend (you can drop in and out whenever you like).
https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/christian-marclay-clock
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Thought I recognised those wrists :P
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Yes! I’ve been 3 times so far. Was pleased to be there for the Clint Eastwood/musical pocket watch section from For a Few Dollars More on one visit. Delighted to find that you can buy the watch on Amazon - I suspect highly prized by the collectors on here.
https://www.amazon.com/Music-Pocket-Watch-Movie-DOLLARS/dp/B00O4JCTUW
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What's this magic?! I've never seen a clicky down button on the forum! Lovely watch though, is it magical?
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I saw someone else do it and then had to ask a grown up...
https://www.lfgss.com/conversations/252830/?offset=25#comment14491193
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Considering that I paid a grand for mine, it's a good deal.
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@spotter just been reading back through this thread, are you still interested in a SPB053…?
I might consider selling it for a bit less without the steel bracelet.
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