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WhalerBum t1_ixx8ej6 wrote

What brand names on the watch faces ? Private message me I might be able to help.

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mattzees OP t1_ixx8wj8 wrote

Replying to WhalerBum (#698,861)

All are from the 1950's. One Longines (poor condition). One Omega Seamaster (runs, but needs service). One Movado Datron (fair condition). One Movado M95 in stainless (poor condition).

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CRothg t1_ixxivf8 wrote

I’ve not been personally, but I’ve heard good things about Watch and Pen downtown.

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gleepgloopgleepgloop t1_ixxkh49 wrote

Appraised? Nowhere. Fair market value.

David Cooper at Watch & Pen is a good option for refurb/repairs. Does competent work on luxury watches. Call ahead to confirm hours/availability. Clockworks is an option as well but I've had less luck there. Authorized dealers usually mail out, so you can cut out the middle main by mailing your watch to an authorized service center. Or mail it to a reputable repair shop.

I might be interested in the Seamaster if you haven't already received a dozen DMs about it.

Edit: search eBay (completed/sold) and chrono24 to learn about valuation. Of course, a serviced watch with original (or OEM) parts is worth more, stuff like lume and dial refinishing and a quality case polishing/brushing will help. Case material (stainless steel, 14k yellow gold, etc.) Makes a huge difference. So valuation varies immensely and is often more about who wants it when than a set intrinsic value. Best wishes!

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WontArnett t1_ixz3n4n wrote

Replying to [deleted] (#707,635)

Good thing I comment to please other people. 🙄

Sometimes people post ridiculous questions they could easily find on Google— I’ve actually had OPs thank me for reminding them to Google sometimes.

If you’re going to criticize me, speak for yourself, not the whole of Reddit.

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bikesnob t1_iy0o5w3 wrote

Replying to gleepgloopgleepgloop (#700,632)

I've had a bad experience with Watch and Pen repairs on a vintage Rolex Bubbleback. Dean Sarnelle from Once Upon a Time in Staunton is my Rolex go-to. He does amazing case/movement work and has a treasure trove of old Rolex parts.

Rolex refuses to work on 15XX movements but Dean had a stockpile of them. He also employs Lititz trained watchmakers.

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gleepgloopgleepgloop t1_iy0w9ut wrote

Replying to bikesnob (#716,381)

I appreciate hearing that. He was helpful in taking a look at a vintage quartz for me once, although in the end he couldn't fix it. The problem I ran into was finding parking and catching him when he was actually in his store.

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