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  1. jim13x

    jim13x Feb 5, 2014

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    I just wanted to post a quick thanks to everyone. Based on comments here and another site I frequent I sent my (new to me) 145.012-67SP to Al Archer at archerwatches.ca. I just received it today and it's perfect. Al's work is impeccable, and he did exactly what I requested and his prices are fair. I'll post a picture or two later in the week.

    One very satisfied customer.

    Jim in DC
     
  2. Modest_Proposal

    Modest_Proposal Trying too hard to be one of the cool kids Feb 5, 2014

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    Al Archer's work is indeed worth admiring.

    I'm waiting on a tricompax from him as I speak!

    ,David
     
  3. dsio Ω 2

    dsio Ash @ ΩF Staff Member Feb 5, 2014

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    The funny thing is among chronograph collectors, a Speedmaster 321 or similar that has service papers from Al Archer actually tends to be worth more than a regular one, and probably even more than a Speedmaster with Omega factory service papers, its sort of like a Bob Ridley serviced vintage Rolex, you know its been done right when you buy it.
     
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  4. Archer Ω 2

    Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Feb 6, 2014

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    Holy crap! I should be charging more I see! :D

    j/k

    Nice to know that people appreciate my work.

    Cheers, Al
     
  5. Archer Ω 2

    Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Feb 6, 2014

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    My pleasure Jim.

    Cheers, Al
     
  6. Archer Ω 2

    Archer Omega Qualified Watchmaker Feb 6, 2014

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    Well I just finished assembling the movement, so we are getting there mate...now time for lunch.

    I will get watch cased today if I can.

    Cheers, Al
     
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  7. watchme

    watchme First Owner - Omega Darkside Feb 6, 2014

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    Is there an "Al Archer" in Germany ???
    Any hint??

    kindest regards

    Watchme
     
  8. ulackfocus

    ulackfocus Feb 6, 2014

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  9. watchme

    watchme First Owner - Omega Darkside Feb 6, 2014

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  10. ulackfocus

    ulackfocus Feb 6, 2014

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    Sorry, I can't answer that. :( Never dealt with any watchmaker in Germany.
     
  11. gatorcpa Ω 2

    gatorcpa ΩF InvestiGator Staff Member Feb 6, 2014

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    Only watchmaker I've heard of in Germany is Roland Ranfft. He has an excellent website in both English and German.

    I have never used him and cannot vouch for his work. Based on his description of movements and the care given to information in his site, I'm sure he knows what he is talking about. Here is his watch services pages.

    http://www.ranfft.de/uhr/info-service-e.html

    His prices seem quite reasonable, especially by Euro standards.
    gatorcpa
     
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  12. MSNWatch Ω 2

    MSNWatch Vintage Omega Aficionado Staff Member Feb 6, 2014

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    Prices seem too good to be true!
     
  13. Luiz

    Luiz Feb 8, 2014

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    Al, you should come to Brazil (but if you're smart, you wouldn't). Putting jokes aside, services are bad everywhere and anyone who can make a decent work and is honest would get all customers. I wish I could send my watches to be serviced by you (brazilian customs don't allow me) but congratulations on your amazing work!!
     
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  14. dantaspaulo

    dantaspaulo Feb 8, 2014

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    So true, so true.
     
  15. watchme

    watchme First Owner - Omega Darkside Feb 8, 2014

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    That's a fact i'm wondering about....
     
  16. CdnWatchDoc Ω 1

    CdnWatchDoc Feb 9, 2014

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    Al has been very good with refurbishing a nice little Doxa 300T piece of mine; needed servicing, parts replacement and a dial clean up. He took lots of time to test it and ensure it works well. He was able to adjust the 50+ y o ETA 2472 to a delta of approx 13 sec. And I got a CD filled with pics and a short video of his work-very impressive!! Planning to send him a few more in the near future...:)
    A shot of the Doxa:
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