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Old 17 November 2018, 03:56 PM   #37
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Originally Posted by breitlings View Post
i never commented about solder. I replied to the practice of forcing purchase of a new case instead of a new tube.

you can get a new crown tube without buying a new case on higher end breitlings and older brietlings. the fact a new mid case is required on some limited models during service is well documented elsewhere, and there are some statements from brietling that mirror what i have said needing to buy a new case is limited to certain models.

furthermore i myself have had a new tube installed by breitling usa on a chronomat without a new case.
Then this practice must differ as to where it is serviced. Breitling Netherlands tends to charge for a new case if the tube is worn, regardless of model.
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Rolex uses rare elves to polish the platinum. They have a union deal and make like $90 per hour and get time and half on weekends.
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