Hi folks, Another chapter in the on-again off-again search for a dress Longines... Found this one for sale, and so far I think a. hands look correct b. dial is not a redial (and I like the dial) c. movement is a 27m as stated by the seller, which I'm compared with Dr Ranfft's website I wanted to ask a question specifically about the movement - it seems there's a screw head missing? (adjacent to the 'gin' of "Longines", arrowed). Is this a big deal - ie. it's problematic cos the movement can't be removed for servicing, or the loss makes the movement go wonky somehow? Or is it a minor issue - one where the watchmaker can simply replace the screw and the watch is salvageable? A major (and troublesome) fix, or an easy fix? And are there any other red flags that I've missed? Advice welcome, thanks in advance!
It's a case mounting screw, and it probably can be replaced. Don't know how hard it will be to find a correct replacement.
I like the texture on the outer part of the dial. The movement looks clean. I don't have a 27M but may need to start looking. I don't get "on-again off-again". What is "off-again"? My wife keeps suggesting it.
Thanks everyone! Think I'll pass - the potential hassle of repairing something like this is not for the faint-hearted like me at the price the seller is asking. (Ok I freely admit I'm a wuss) In case anyone else is keen to take a shot, here's the link Purchases made through these links may earn this site a commission from the eBay Partner Network- have fun!