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Re-case a 620 movement

Shmockiebaby
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First post. Thanks in advance for any help.

I inherited a calibre 620 movement in a small dress tank watch. 1966. USA Wadsworth made case and band, all 14k gold. I wore it for special occasions, but it has not been on my wrist in 25 years. I want to wear it.

So I am looking to re-case the movement. I will need a case, dial, hands, and crown/winder. I may even have found all the parts I need on fleabay.

It is not about what makes financial sense. It is not about keeping it original. Sorry folks, I know some people will disagree with my plan. Not looking for that. Looking for knowledge on how to re-case this watch, so I, my son, and other heirs can use and wear it.

BTW, 620 last serviced in 1991, still keeps great time.

Recommendations?
 
Nepomuceño
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Let's see some pictures 😀 also plenty of people here will totally understand spending plenty on something that has sentimental value. Restoring it so you can pass it down is priceless. Also, welcome!
 
Shmockiebaby
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Well, not easy to post pics here. I'll have to get them from phone. I only have a couple. Movement already removed. Working with my local watch guy (pro watchmaker).

Local guy, very expert, but does not have the time and patience to sort parts for a low revenue passion project like this.
 
Shmockiebaby
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Never seen another with this case and band (and I've looked, for 30 years). Could've even been cased by a local jeweler. 620 movement marked OXG, export for USA.
 
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Shmockiebaby
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That is my hand holding it. Large glove size, but I don't have huge hands . It's just a small, small watch.
 
Shmockiebaby
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A view of the original dial. I assume dial is local USA also. I guess gold, number of jewels, etc were a big part of the value, affected import duties, so the end run was partial local production.
 
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Shmockiebaby
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Looks like most (all?) Of the 6-series dials have posts at 11 and 5. Are they all in the exact same positions?

Also, hands could be difficult. I do not see anyone selling hands for these movements. Does anyone know which hands will fit?
 
connieseamaster
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620 movements were typically used in ladies watches sold at the time, usually in the 25-33mm range. Before you get too far, I would make sure you know what size case you'd be happy with. Typically, square watches will wear larger than round watches of the same diameter.
 
Shmockiebaby
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Yup. Larger round case. Just like the one I posted a link to, above c

I agree, important to have a plan and a vision. I have one. Just need some tech advice to help make it happen.
 
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