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Back from STS - Speedmaster MK3 Refinished Content Inside

  1. tyrantlizardrex Feb 18, 2016

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    Having dropped off a Speedmaster Mk3 that was slightly worse for wear off at STS in November last year, I was very excited to get a call yesterday to say it was done.

    This morning, I was greeted by this, couldn't be happier.
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    For the detail fans, I know this isn't ideal, but the clasp is no longer available... and what went to STS was bent in half, and looked like it had been chewed by a metal hungry rodent... so given what they had to work with, the result is nothing short of spectacular.

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  2. cicindela Steve @ ΩF Staff Member Feb 18, 2016

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    Or a large lizard ::confused2::
     
  3. Paedipod Feb 18, 2016

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    put it on so we can see how it looks.......:thumbsup:
     
  4. tyrantlizardrex Feb 18, 2016

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  5. Paedipod Feb 18, 2016

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    :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
     
  6. Ken G Feb 18, 2016

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    Wonderful - love it!!
    That expanse of metal you see when a profile shot is taken from "low down" from the 6:00 side makes me smile every time I see it....

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    Congratulations - enjoy it!!
     
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  7. jens0125 knows that watches were made to be worn Feb 18, 2016

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    that crystal is clear, the brushing on the case awesome..
     
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  8. ViperStripes Feb 18, 2016

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    Such a stand out watch
     
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  9. webvan Feb 19, 2016

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    Wow, I really need to get one of these! I thought they had a sunburst finish though...yes according to this http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.p...5c203f7f0e34&p=2580804&viewfull=1#post2580804 but then STS would know, or did you ask them specifically for a circular finish ?

    EDIT - found one my old posts where it says "Sunburst brushing Flightmaster (ST145.026) and a Circular brushing Flightmaster (ST145.036)." so that explains it I suppose ;-)
     
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  10. tyrantlizardrex Feb 19, 2016

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    I asked for a return to stock... It was was highly polished when I bought it, and they laser welded before applying the finish.

    Talking to Simon, a lot of work went into this. :)
     
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  11. Grypho Feb 19, 2016

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    Beautiful. Just bought a deep blue Speedy last Monday and I think I will send it for polishing...

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  12. Emeister Donut-eatin desk-divin wannabe-astronaut fat dude Feb 19, 2016

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    Great information. Thanks.
    I hadn't heard of STS getting involved with laser welding before and was assuming I'd have to send mine to a couple of different places for the full restoration I need.

    Time to get some money together and make that call to Simon.
     
  13. tyrantlizardrex Feb 19, 2016

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    They're offering the full deal... it does take some time though, so factor in maybe 12 weeks turn around...
     
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  14. X350 XJR Vintage Omega Aficionado Feb 19, 2016

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    :thumbsup: nice!
     
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  15. ahartfie The black sheep in the Spee-ee-eee-eedmaster flock Feb 19, 2016

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    Superlatives fail me. Exquisite. Want.
     
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  16. smitty190373 Feb 19, 2016

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    Great job on a lovely watch.
     
  17. Ken G Feb 19, 2016

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    Apologies for taking this slightly off topic and away from that terrific Mark III, but...

    Does anyone know if Bienne do laser welding (if needed) as part of a "Restoration", or is it an optional extra that needs to be requested (and paid for)?

    The link above to the thread showing the laser welding process/results impressed the hell out of me!!
     
  18. webvan Feb 20, 2016

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    Not sure about Bienne but STS got a lapping machine around 2013, before you had to go to Rocco (the link above) for lapping and welding. Not sure why you'd want to send it to Bienne rather than STS?

    What's the reference of your MkIII? Think I need to start the hunt now!
     
  19. tyrantlizardrex Feb 20, 2016

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    Before photo for some context.