Trusty Seiko divers watch face moving around
Discussion
Afternoon all.
My trusty old Seiko divers watch has started it's face wandering around a bit. I have the tool to take the back off, and I'm lead to believe that the problem is that the lugs that hold the face upright have come off.
Is this a repairable option or should I bin it. I'm loathed to get rid of it as it's been marvellous over the years but probably isn't worth much now.
Any ideas?
Thanks.
Mike.
My trusty old Seiko divers watch has started it's face wandering around a bit. I have the tool to take the back off, and I'm lead to believe that the problem is that the lugs that hold the face upright have come off.
Is this a repairable option or should I bin it. I'm loathed to get rid of it as it's been marvellous over the years but probably isn't worth much now.
Any ideas?
Thanks.
Mike.
There are 3 options for repair when that happen:
Replace the dial. That's the textbook way if dials are available.
Solder on new dial feet. That's a quality repair but time consuming and rarely worth it on "normal" quality watches.
Use dial spots. They're basically double sided adhesive dots that you use to reattach the dial to the movement. They're frowned on by some watchmakers - usually the ones who only work on watches that are "worth" fitting new feet to. In the wrong hands they're also quite easy to mess the watch up with (sticking the date disk in place / sticking them over pivots etc) but provide a perfectly good repair if used sensibly.
Do NOT be tempted to try and just glue it back in place. Any adhesive used will find its way onto bits that are meant to be free to move!
Replace the dial. That's the textbook way if dials are available.
Solder on new dial feet. That's a quality repair but time consuming and rarely worth it on "normal" quality watches.
Use dial spots. They're basically double sided adhesive dots that you use to reattach the dial to the movement. They're frowned on by some watchmakers - usually the ones who only work on watches that are "worth" fitting new feet to. In the wrong hands they're also quite easy to mess the watch up with (sticking the date disk in place / sticking them over pivots etc) but provide a perfectly good repair if used sensibly.
Do NOT be tempted to try and just glue it back in place. Any adhesive used will find its way onto bits that are meant to be free to move!
From the POV of parts the model doesn't matter, what counts is the case & calibre number marked on the back. 4 alpha numeric characters (quite likely 7S26 unless "quite old" means 1980s or so) then a hyphen then 4 more characters.
If you can post them I'll let you know availability of the dial
If you can post them I'll let you know availability of the dial
Yes, the dial feet are attached to the dial.
On the 7S26, once the hands are off the dial is gently prised up - the dial feet simply push into the plastic ring underneath rather than being secured by screws like on most movements. In your case, if it's spinning already, then once the hands are off it'll simply fall off.
Remove the broken feet from the spacer ring (push them out from the back) and press the new dial into place. Turn the handset forwards until the date just changes (hint: fit the hour hand temporarily so you get an idea of how fast you're turning it). Then press the hands back on pointing to 12, back into the case, screw the back on, and job's done. About 3 minutes with practice, allow a quiet 20 mins first time.
If you want a dial PM me your address and I'll order one and send it to you @ cost + postage. Would work out at £16 total to your door.
On the 7S26, once the hands are off the dial is gently prised up - the dial feet simply push into the plastic ring underneath rather than being secured by screws like on most movements. In your case, if it's spinning already, then once the hands are off it'll simply fall off.
Remove the broken feet from the spacer ring (push them out from the back) and press the new dial into place. Turn the handset forwards until the date just changes (hint: fit the hour hand temporarily so you get an idea of how fast you're turning it). Then press the hands back on pointing to 12, back into the case, screw the back on, and job's done. About 3 minutes with practice, allow a quiet 20 mins first time.
If you want a dial PM me your address and I'll order one and send it to you @ cost + postage. Would work out at £16 total to your door.
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