Tri-Compax 481 hour reset spring

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I'm having my grandfather's Tri-Compax with a 481 movement serviced and we're looking for a replacement for the hour reset spring (photo attached) as the one we have is cracked. Any idea on where we can get it?
 
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I'm having my grandfather's Tri-Compax with a 481 movement serviced and we're looking for a replacement for the hour reset spring (photo attached) as the one we have is cracked. Any idea on where we can get it?
1) Sourcing parts for your watchmaker eh? ugh!
2) might be best to purchase a 481 movement
3) have your watchmaker look into fabrication.
 
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Thanks Larry. This watchmaker has done a great job on my vintage Rolex, but this may be outside his wheelhouse. Any ideas on where to get a 481 movement, besides eBay? What’s a fair price.?
 
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Thanks Larry. This watchmaker has done a great job on my vintage Rolex, but this may be outside his wheelhouse. Any ideas on where to get a 481 movement, besides eBay? What’s a fair price.?
E Bay, WTB here. Does your watchmaker have a parts network?
 
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Blake at Scotchwatch is familiar with the part and is shipping one to me. Real life saver so we may get this heirloom watch running again.