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  1. bags1971 Jul 9, 2016

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    hi all

    i just purchased a omega speedmaster reduced very cheap but is a non runner it looks like it needs a new balance wheel spring

    ive looked online for a cal 3220 balance complete am i correct in saying its the ETA 2892
     
  2. Mouse_at_Large still immune to Speedmaster attraction Jul 9, 2016

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    With all due respect, and not knowing your levels of watchmaking expertise, this looks like a job for a competent watchmaker who can hopefully source the correct parts you require. This gives some more information http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.php?34317-Review-of-the-Omega-Speedmaster-Automatic

    See this for some idea of the complexity http://watchguy.co.uk/service-omega-speedmaster-calibre-1140-dubois-depraz-3220-with-eta-2890-2/ not the same setup as yours but similar.

    If I'm wrong, I'm sure one of the proper horologists will be along to correct me :)
     
  3. bags1971 Jul 9, 2016

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    hi mouse

    i wouldnt touch it with a barge pole my expertise is 1% i just wanted the part to take with me as i had a bad experience with a rolex trusting them and getting ripped off so i allways take the part i need with the watch
     
  4. Mouse_at_Large still immune to Speedmaster attraction Jul 9, 2016

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    I respect the recognition of your level of expertise, which is on a par with mine. That's why I'd defer to a watchmaker whenever possible, including a diagnosis of the fault and a cost and parts to rectify it.
     
  5. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector Jul 9, 2016

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    Sounds like you should be asking about a new watchmaker instead of having to have to get the parts yourself. ;)
    A competent watchmaker with a Omega parts account should have no drama fixing your watch and getting the parts needed.
     
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  6. bags1971 Jul 9, 2016

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    thanks guys think you right im going to take to a local recommended watch repairer
     
  7. Dufresne Jul 13, 2016

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    Ask the new watchmaker if he's serviced a Reduced before--with the DD chrono module present, it's not your run of the mill ETA service job.


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