Did you shoot this in a mirror then? You claim to own a broken one, so I am guessing this is you...if so just relax mate - it's only a watch after all.
And yes of course most of the Speedmasters I service are not broken, however this one is:
Just started on this today - this is the photo my client sent after it had been run over by a car in a parking garage.
Just so you know, it still ticked when I removed the jammed up hands...
I'm sure I'll have to replace a few parts, but I'm guessing not many. Like I've said, these are very robust watches mate, but you are free to believe whatever you like.
And you are right I would slow down if I repaired all Seikos, as I would not be able to get parts for most of them. The company discontinues parts far quicker than any Swiss company does, so when it's 40 years down the line parts will still be available for the Speedmaster, but not likely for a Seiko of the same era. Having said that I do repair the odd Seiko, but not many - mostly complicated watches with alarm, chronograph, or the higher end Grand and King Seikos. Most Seiko collectors don't want to pay for a proper service, so usually when I give them a price, they disappear. However repairing some of the Seiko chronos of days gone by is interesting - again if you can get parts....
Cheers, Al
R RuudMy intention was to receive good tips on how to make the speedmaster operational again at less costs than 620 euro's.
R RuudI purchased an Omega Speedmaster 6 years ago for 1400 euro's. I didn't take it to the moon but it's broken now. Estimate by Omega to repair it: 620 euro's
I find this an outrage. Watches that cost more than a grand shouldn't break down on you. And if it does: repair under warranty at all times.
What is downright funny: I talked to an Omega emloyee about this outrage and you know what he said? "Imagine you would have bought a golden Omega Speedmaster. That would have set you back 9000 euro's six years ago, so in that perspective the repaircosts are relatively low"
I could not believe my ears. I don't own a golden speedmaster for I'm no pimp nor a drugsdealer. From what planet is this guy?
Anyhow: I've had it with this overpriced, sub-standard quality watchmaker.
Hehe, Al, I heard that the only thing Lucas made that didn't suck was their range of vacuum cleaners 😉
R RuudI purchased an Omega Speedmaster 6 years ago for 1400 euro's. I didn't take it to the moon but it's broken now. Estimate by Omega to repair it: 620 euro's
I find this an outrage. Watches that cost more than a grand shouldn't break down on you. And if it does: repair under warranty at all times.
What is downright funny: I talked to an Omega emloyee about this outrage and you know what he said? "Imagine you would have bought a golden Omega Speedmaster. That would have set you back 9000 euro's six years ago, so in that perspective the repaircosts are relatively low"
I could not believe my ears. I don't own a golden speedmaster for I'm no pimp nor a drugsdealer. From what planet is this guy?
Anyhow: I've had it with this overpriced, sub-standard quality watchmaker.
Respectable Member Ruud
Even an air-plane that costs several million dollars each, can break-down - despite regular maintenance.
Every watch can break-down also, whether it is a cheap or expensive brand-name. Basically, all machines can break down. One way to avoid a sudden break-down is to see that your watch gets regular maintenance by a competent watchmaker.
Why not send your watch to one of our respectable members here, Archer who specializes in the routine service and repair of Speedmasters and other vintage-watches, too? You will not regret, since it is very important that you have a watchmaker that you can talk to.
For the price you pay, Omega is widely accepted as the most reliable, durable and accurate watch, money can buy.
How many people are dying to own a Speedmaster? You are one of those privileged few to own one. Repair your broken watch and I am sure you will love it, even more.
Thank-you.
Bullshit. You're intention was to be a sarcastic Omega bashing troll right from the first post.
Don't try to say otherwise as you come back regularly to check on your handy work.
Guys, let's stop feeding the troll. While some of this is amusing, it's just a waste of time.
Quite a business model you propose there - can you name a watchmaker - any watchmaker - that offers this?
Cheers, Al
To be honest, yes, but you do need to have the watch serviced regularly (which might be the issue with the OP's)
https://secure.rotarywatches.com/en/lifetime-guarantee
One thing we agree on - the OP's watch was not broken - it just needed a regular service.
Cheers, Al
