Could well be the reason. Thanks for taking the time to check the book. Much appreciated.

 

Agree looks odd, but not too shabby

 

I'm new to the group, but honestly, two things I like best are being introduced to watch models that I'm not familiar with as well as (and more importantly) the history behind the model. Truly an exceptional watch and story!

 

Hi everyone, I just found this thread and have only read through page 7 so far, pardon if I'm retreading old ground.

I inherited my flightmaster from my grandfather. My mother said he wore it during his stint as a Navy pilot in WW2. I quickly suggested maybe not but didn't need to win that argument.

Here's some pics, followed by some questions.



-- Is there a recommended service location that can address the few issues and do a respectful refresh (not restoration)? I'm not too sensitive on price, but rather would like to get this back to wearable condition. In particular, I believe the mainspring is broken, as it no longer stops winding when fully wound. EDIT: I'm in the US, in Oregon, and happy to ship to a reasonable location if it's the best choice.

-- It looks like there was some "restoration" done to a few of the bezel numbers - does that seem correct? Is that a replaceable part?

-- Has anyone fitted a display back to their flightmaster? I added one to my 1969 Speedy and always enjoyed seeing the c321, despite the obvious franken-watch aspect of it. Of course, the correct back stays on-deck if the view gets tiresome.

-- Any recommendations for a nice leather strap for this? I'm thinking something akin to the IWC Big Pilot style, but open to ideas.

 

I'll chime in and let the pictures speak for themselves!

 

Never say never!

 

Dunno where you are, but Kevin at a Watch in Time in Melbourne Australia did a major overhaul of mine……he’s not cheap but he’s good and his eyes light up when he sees a Flighty, he absolutely loves them.

It’s good to see that it’s staying in the family.

I bought mine new @ 1976 or 77, as a young fella of 15 or 16.

 

This idea seems to be consistent if there is really no hint in the book.

 

Hi, some great watches here. Curious if there was a difference in the first version (145.013) as far as case sizes or other differences are concerned between the yellow and orange hand versions like there were in the later 2 references 145.026 and 145.036?

 

Rare shot of the Flightmaster in flight.

 

I don't recognize the scene, but does this movie involve time travel?

 

Thank you for the recommendation, and friendly reminder that I should have included my location: I'm in the US, Oregon state, and happy to ship to the best possible service option.

 

Hi guys, new entrant to the Flightmaster mania, hope to learn some more about them!

145.026 911

 

My favorite reference!

 

Yes

 

‘72 Flighty just came back from full overhaul and some cosmetic work…

 

You've got a watch you don't wear every day, maybe it's a bit of a safe queen.
Special occasion, restaurant table booked, you wind and set the watch, you drive into town, park the car and walk to the place.
You take your seat with your guests.
You put your hands on the table....


You feel your wrist go light....

There on the table safe but in pieces.......



Could have been so much worse!

 

Yikes! Glad it decided to let go the way it did and where it did. Like you said, could have been so much worse.

 

I like a good documentary!

 

Hello! I just buy my flighmaster 910 (145.013) pre-loved. I do believe ths bracelet is not the right one as the large central seconds hand.
Movements is running in a stunning way and everything works, colored buttons, crystal to be changed. does anyone suggesting something more?