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12 May 2016, 06:20 AM
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Who can tell me about this watch?
I'm curious about this watch that I inherited three years ago. I believe it is from the mid 60s. I didn't like the bracelet that it had (the end links never seemed to fit flush and it looked sloppy) so I put this zulu on it. Other than heavy scratches on the plastic crystal I think it's a great looking watch. Again, curious if anybody knows much about this watch... Please discuss! |
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12 May 2016, 06:57 AM
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Beautiful
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12 May 2016, 07:04 AM
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You can buff those scratches right out tonight in about 20 minutes, go to the store and buy Brasso brass polish and some masking tape, get an old t-shirt, put the tape on all the metal components of the case, apply a dime-sized dab of Brasso in a circular motion on the plastic crystal applying decent pressure, allow it to dry, and buff off. Repeat a few times until all the scratches are gone. |
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12 May 2016, 07:20 AM
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What is the reference number between the lugs on the 12:00 side?
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12 May 2016, 07:38 AM
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1003 , I presume. |
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12 May 2016, 07:48 AM
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Something 003
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12 May 2016, 11:30 AM
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Reference 1003
Engine turned bezel, 34mm. A fine watch.
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12 May 2016, 11:51 AM
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1003 reference indeed
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12 May 2016, 11:53 AM
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 That's stunning. I love the hands  I agree, put it on a black croc.
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12 May 2016, 12:28 PM
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Very cool. Great looking watch.
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12 May 2016, 01:06 PM
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Thanks. It is a very cool looking watch. For awhile I was wearing it daily. Do I need to have it serviced at all if I feel it's running fine. Winding it and setting is much stiffer than my newer watches, is that normal?
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12 May 2016, 10:05 PM
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Who can tell me about this watch?
If it keeps good time you might skip service for a while. If you don't know the last time it was serviced, then have it pressure checked before diving into the pool or ocean.
If you are on the conservative side, then go ahead with an overhaul and the acrylic crystal can be replaced. Edit: and if it's stiff winding, that could be a sign it's time to do the service - if for no other reason than to make it easier on your fingers  Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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13 May 2016, 03:40 AM
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I have one of these and I love it, but when it's running, the second hand sweeps somewhat jerkily from 8 to 10 on the dial. Keeps excellent time, within 20 seconds a day, but that little "turbulence" upsets me, and I'm not overly OCD. It's been serviced and my watchmaker declared "no issues" so I'm stuck. Any ideas?
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13 May 2016, 03:49 AM
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That is a good looking watch.
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13 May 2016, 11:44 AM
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Thanks I agree... It really is an awesome piece. Looks tiny compared to my new gmt!!!
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14 May 2016, 05:14 AM
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Gorgeous watch! but definitely I will put a different strap!
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14 May 2016, 05:17 AM
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Very nice watch
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