Let's see your Seikos!
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You can use any analogue watch to find North and then I guess a compass bezel would allow you to navigate to a specific bearing.
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-an-Analog-Watch-as-a-C...
https://www.wikihow.com/Use-an-Analog-Watch-as-a-C...
Fallingup said:
Gorgeous. That's on my list. Getting an original is quite difficult these days.
Well, it's not too hard but they're getting quite expensive. eBay is literally 99% full of fakes or dossed up watches that are being pushed by shysters. A good, original, serviced Pogue will probably cost you £800+ these days, and if you want one with original bracelet and a dial with text at 9 o'clock and which isn't knackered, you're into 4 figures.
Got this back from Seiko.
Must say, was very very impressed with the service, especially as I wouldn't say this is an expensive watch compared to a lot they sell.
The guys at the London Boutique were great, made a fuss over the watch when I dropped it off, which although unnecessary did make you feel like I had some taste.
They sent it off at their expense and the service centre called to say they had it, they then called a few days later to say they were sorry for the Covid related delays and did I want it to be sent to my home address as the boutique was closed due to lock down, again at their expense.
They also gave me a detailed explanation of what had happened to it (magnitised) and that they had sorted it. When it came back it also came with a little booklet on how to avoid it happening again.
Got it sent to my recorded delivery in a really nice little travel case.
All in all, top service and far more than I expected for a warranty claim which in the scheme of things isn't a very expensive watch.
Had it back for a few weeks now and it's well within spec so happy.
Still love the look of it.
Yeah, definitely convinced I want a GS now after the service I've had from them (even more so after spending a day driving around central London watching my mate get fobbed off by every Rolex dealer).
ewand said:
Just got this baby back from a service. Feb 1970. It's pretty knockout, I'd say 
PROOF and 88° proof
HiPROOF and 88° proof
Edited by ewand on Friday 27th November 19:12
Where did you get it serviced? did that include a bezel? I have my orange face watch which my dad gave me in I think 1970. I will post a pic. I asked someone if they could repair it and was told no parts were available.
I think that model came after mine?
paulqv said:
This is my first Seiko with I think the original box and stickers. Is anyone doing repairs or can supply a bezel? I have no idea how much these would be worth if restored? £200?
Any guidance appreciated.
Why do you need a bezel? Cosmetic reasons or has yours stopped working? These guys could certainly get the watch running again, and worst case, might be able to source a donor for parts if required. The thing is, you'd spend more than the watch will likely be worth when it's finished, so it's a labour of love rather than a way to turn a profit (for the relatively common or garden Seikos at least).
Edited by ewand on Friday 4th December 08:09
ewand said:
I got my Pogue serviced by an amateur watchmaker who's in the process of setting up as a full time watchmaker, so I don't want to give his details out too widely just yet. Other Seiko specialists would include Duncan 'Watch Bloke' or Rich Askham - you could try one of them.
Why do you need a bezel? Cosmetic reasons or has yours stopped working? These guys could certainly get the watch running again, and worst case, might be able to source a donor for parts if required. The thing is, you'd spend more than the watch will likely be worth when it's finished, so it's a labour of love rather than a way to turn a profit (for the relatively common or garden Seikos at least).
Thanks for that. I will look them up. It is for sentimental reasons. I have some of my father's and uncles old watches from the 60/70/s and just got my uncle's unworn 1970 Marven Watch serviced and the gold strap shortened. Why do you need a bezel? Cosmetic reasons or has yours stopped working? These guys could certainly get the watch running again, and worst case, might be able to source a donor for parts if required. The thing is, you'd spend more than the watch will likely be worth when it's finished, so it's a labour of love rather than a way to turn a profit (for the relatively common or garden Seikos at least).
Edited by ewand on Friday 4th December 08:09
I thought changing the bezel would freshen up the watch. It still works just not that well. Needs a lubrication service at least.
Just in case some one wants one
Someone is selling a Seiko Kinetic charger on eBay
Nothing to do with me, and giving it the correct power as Japanese might be an issue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Seiko-Kinetic-Energy-Su...
Someone is selling a Seiko Kinetic charger on eBay
Nothing to do with me, and giving it the correct power as Japanese might be an issue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Seiko-Kinetic-Energy-Su...
ewand said:
Fallingup said:
Gorgeous. That's on my list. Getting an original is quite difficult these days.
Well, it's not too hard but they're getting quite expensive. eBay is literally 99% full of fakes or dossed up watches that are being pushed by shysters. A good, original, serviced Pogue will probably cost you £800+ these days, and if you want one with original bracelet and a dial with text at 9 o'clock and which isn't knackered, you're into 4 figures.Yours looks new!
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