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·You’re in the UK, so should be ble to find a goldsmith. Wrist down what needs to be done for the case
1) check main case to make sure it’s not distorted
2) weld bezel and check for fit (tight, but not to tight)
3) create lug and weld to case
4) lightly polish to remove damages marks
Once done. Find a watchmaker. He will clean and service the movement, order hands based on needed length
Can search on Simon Freese and see if he’s willing to help
Main point to goldsmith
Do not mention it’s your father’s watch, family history etc. as far as he’s concerned. You bought it at a flea market and your just looking at a repair price as it’s gold and might be worth fixing due to that
1) check main case to make sure it’s not distorted
2) weld bezel and check for fit (tight, but not to tight)
3) create lug and weld to case
4) lightly polish to remove damages marks
Once done. Find a watchmaker. He will clean and service the movement, order hands based on needed length
Can search on Simon Freese and see if he’s willing to help
Main point to goldsmith
Do not mention it’s your father’s watch, family history etc. as far as he’s concerned. You bought it at a flea market and your just looking at a repair price as it’s gold and might be worth fixing due to that
