Let's see your current projects

Dan S · Mar 8, 2021

Bumping this thread with the good news that my Seiko mono pusher project is completed. This is a ref 45899 with the column wheel 5719 movement. This reference was released (along with several others) in honor of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, and sports the Olympic torch logo on the back.

Shabbaz · Mar 8, 2021

I'm trying to give this watch a second life. Still waiting for that crown to arrive. After that it's going to the watchmaker.

JimInOz · Mar 9, 2021

I have too many to list, but these are my current "active" projects.

I used some "traffic light" indicators on the pic.

Green is complete, Amber is in work, Red is in the queue.

S.H. · Mar 9, 2021

I have a pair... The 168.023 started off as an empty case, the watch was flooded and I bought case and train Bridge (with s/n) from a watchmaker I know. From the same guy I bought the 2849 case and it original dial. Probably flooded in the early 60s because it looks barely worn.

Few years later (!) I have almost what I need... Except the time to do it.

Dan S · Mar 9, 2021

Shabbaz
I'm trying to give this watch a second life. Still waiting for that crown to arrive. After that it's going to the watchmaker.

Looks like you're making good progress. 👍

Dan S · Mar 9, 2021

JimInOz
I have too many to list, but these are my current "active" projects.

I used some "traffic light" indicators on the pic.

Green is complete, Amber is in work, Red is in the queue.

Wow Jim, you are incredibly well-organized. 😁

Passover · Mar 10, 2021

Had a rare opportunity to buy a Sinn 103A, watch arrived this week.

More info about 60s and 70s 103 Compax models can be found here if you like to know more

https://vintage-sinn-collector.de/

Current state of the project: Checking if the example is in original condition, sourcing an original chronohand.

If anyone knows an Sinn experienced watchmaker in the EU please send me a DM

Will keep you updated

LesXL · Mar 10, 2021

Two watches currently with the watchmaker:
- My Enicar Sherpa Date for some movement service, and I'd like to evaluate what the stains on the dial are? Looks like dry droplets to me?

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- My Guillemin Venus 188 chronograph for some servicing, doesn't reset to 12 immediately, needs 2/3 pushes...

asrnj77 · Mar 10, 2021

My Citizen 52-0110 (the before pic on the bracelet and the after on the strap). I had to source an OEM crystal from Thailand (about 1/3 the price of the whole watch) and I had the movement serviced (who services a Miyota movement? 😎) but with a vintage canvas strap, new crystal, and full service, she’s complete.

S.H. · Mar 10, 2021

asrnj77
My Citizen 52-0110 (the before pic on the bracelet and the after on the strap). I had to source an OEM crystal from Thailand (about 1/3 the price of the whole watch) and I had the movement serviced (who services a Miyota movement? 😎) but with a vintage canvas strap, new crystal, and full service, she’s complete.

Funny how that works... I even forgot that I had this 51-2273 and spare nos dial, and found yesterday a good donor. I may just end up with an excellent one, and a weathered but still good one.

Shabbaz · Mar 10, 2021

Dan S
Looks like you're making good progress. 👍

Haha. Thnx. The dials are coming from Norway, the hands from the UK and the crown from the US. After this it's going to Germany for a refinishing and then rebuild and relumed in the Netherlands. We can call this a international project. Maybe it's not the best financially decision ever but it feels like giving a stray dog a second life.

30T2 · Mar 12, 2021

JimInOz
I have too many to list, but these are my current "active" projects.

I used some "traffic light" indicators on the pic.

Green is complete, Amber is in work, Red is in the queue.

Very cool setup, I have everything separated but I like your setup better. I have projects that could be years.

JwRosenthal · Mar 12, 2021

Shabbaz
Haha. Thnx. The dials are coming from Norway, the hands from the UK and the crown from the US. After this it's going to Germany for a refinishing and then rebuild and relumed in the Netherlands. We can call this a international project. Maybe it's not the best financially decision ever but it feels like giving a stray dog a second life.

I’ve had a few projects like this that could have gone the other way- in for a penny, in for a pound!

JwRosenthal · Mar 12, 2021

ngo516
This old gal needs service, case and bracket need cleaning and tightening. Work will be done by LAWW. I’m still in the fence whether I should have the case and bracelet restored or keeping this old gal weathered.

Weathered- looks great.

Darlinboy · Mar 12, 2021

ngo516
This old gal needs service, case and bracket need cleaning and tightening. Work will be done by LAWW. I’m still in the fence whether I should have the case and bracelet restored or keeping this old gal weathered.

I would have the bracelet restored, if you mean repaired vs. polished, and you’re going to use it regularly. IMO no downside if it’s knackered anyway and a bracelet failure can be catastrophic. Case looks pretty good from that one photo and in most circumstances I would not personally have one refinished

amcclell · Mar 12, 2021

Here are my latest projects picked up from an estate auction. Neither of them work but hopefully they are not too difficult to resolve.

The first is a 1956 Tuxedo dial Tudor Oyster Prince 34. The crown pulls out completely away from the stem when you try to set the time and it sounds like the rotor is clanging a bit against the caseback. The case and dial are in lovely shape.

The other is a 1960's Le Coultre atmos clock that starts but only runs for a few hours before stopping.

JwRosenthal · Mar 12, 2021

amcclell
Here are my latest projects picked up from an estate auction. Neither of them work but hopefully they are not too difficult to resolve.

The first is a 1956 Tuxedo dial Tudor Oyster Prince 34. The crown pulls out completely away from the stem when you try to set the time and it sounds like the rotor is clanging a bit against the caseback. The case and dial are in lovely shape.

The other is a 1960's Le Coultre atmos clock that starts but only runs for a few hours before stopping.

Nice pick-ups! That Tudor has been on my wish list for years- dibs

Dan S · Mar 12, 2021

amcclell
Here are my latest projects picked up from an estate auction. Neither of them work but hopefully they are not too difficult to resolve.

The first is a 1956 Tuxedo dial Tudor Oyster Prince 34. The crown pulls out completely away from the stem when you try to set the time and it sounds like the rotor is clanging a bit against the caseback. The case and dial are in lovely shape.

The other is a 1960's Le Coultre atmos clock that starts but only runs for a few hours before stopping.