Help winding a Speedmaster Pro

Hi All, I have recently bought a 2002 Speedy Pro ref. 3572.50 that I plan to give to my son about 6-8 years from now for his birthday (2002 is his birth year). Anyway, it doesn't seem to wind properly. When I try to wind clockwise (like with my other Speedy with no issue), I might get 1-2 turns and then it is too tight to wind any more. It might tick a little but then will stop. I can, however, actually wind it counterclockwise and the clock will run correctly. Tried it last night and it is running fine after about 12 hours. One strange thing is that I can't seem to be able to fully wind as it doesn't seem to stop and not wind any more when I go counterclockwise. Any idea about this and what I should do? My plan was to store it and then take it out for service a few months before I give it to him but wondering I should have it looked at now. The shop where I bought it does have some warranty (although I bought it on auction and it would be a little hassle to send it back).

Appreciate any advice you might have.

Thanks.

Sounds like you should deal with that "little hassle" of sending it back for repair. Once back and working you can store till gift time then a full service. Great gift idea!

Thanks Al, looks like I'll be sending it back to get it in working condition.

Cheers,

Stephen