The only thing that persists is the jumpy chrono second hand, but again, that seems like a very normal thing for a Speedy. If anyone has suggestions for this, let me know!
I've got a feeling we're going to be reading your next post about your watch running a minute a day fast a day before too long😉
I've got a feeling we're going to be reading your next post about your watch running a minute a day fast a day before too long😉
Funny enough, it's +3 seconds after 3 hours! At least the regulator is working how it should.
Just took it back in and had him back off the adjustment by about 50%, so we shall see!
So he tightens the regulating screw almost all the way and takes a guess it'll speed up by 10 to 20 seconds. Now you've had him back the screw off half way? This doesn't sound like precision to me, and I'm wondering where the timing machine is. This frankly sounds like something else you could be doing yourself at the kitchen table, especially seeing as you're the one determining the accuracy.
I'm having my brother grab my caseback opener and screw driver before he comes down to Phoenix. I'm a little scared to open this up myself, but I think I can handle it and I definitely have the tools to do it!
Jeff, do you live in Phoenix? If not, you should go check out the Omega boutique in Scottsdale at the Fashion Square. They may be able to help regulate your watch...
Jeff, do you live in Phoenix? If not, you should go check out the Omega boutique in Scottsdale at the Fashion Square. They may be able to help regulate your watch...
@chickenman26 I went to Hinrichsen Jewelers today. He did a quick adjustment, I ran some errands, it was +2 seconds in 2 hours, so I drove it back on the way home. After 5.5 hours, it is now ~+1 second, so much better! It still could be backed off just a touch more, though.
I'm fairly confident I can open the caseback and adjust the regulator myself, but we shall see. I'm more afraid to get dust/a hair in the movement than anything.
I don't have first hand experience with Donaldson's major servicing, but he's very well regarded around here for both modern and vintage. Omega trained with parts account. Services Patek, AP, Omega, Breitling, etc. donaldsonwatchrepair.com Go down and talk to Dave and see how you feel about him.
I am loosing 20 seconds everytime i read this thread, wont get it regulated as enjoying the drama unfold.
The "think i can do it and have the tools" has me hooked......
When it comes to watches, I'm not exactly the sharpest knife in the drawer. But I do know you can't tell a damn thing about a watch's regulation after watching it for a couple of hours. Wind it fully, wear it and wind daily, observe it over a couple of weeks in daily use 24/7 and also sleeping on the night stand. If you mess with it further before knowing what you actually have now, you'll probably end up chasing your tail. One thing for sure, you're not lacking in the hubris department.
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