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4 July 2020, 05:50 AM | #1 |
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Where to service Co-axial movement (2500)?
Hi All,
I have an Aqua Terra 2503.30 that hasn't been serviced in over 6 years. Still running good (maybe -10 day), but after reading up on co-axials, I thought I would get it serviced already. Who's good at serving co-axials in Tx? Or Service Center already? |
4 July 2020, 07:17 AM | #2 |
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Phillip Ridley specializes in Omega and Rolex. You just missed him as he moved to Arizona last month.
I would bet he takes mail-ins though.
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4 July 2020, 12:26 PM | #3 |
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I'd only service it if it's not working properly
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4 July 2020, 08:13 PM | #4 |
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Send it to Nesbit's in Seattle. They're Omega-certified, and they charge Omega prices, but it'll be done right the first time, they'll turn it around quickly, they'll listen and accommodate your preferences, and they'll provide a 3-year warranty. Phone Jan Nesbit and ask if COVID disruption is affecting turn-times; my Aqua Terra went to them in February, and it ended up sitting for a very long time because of delayed delivery of necessary parts from Omega HQ in Switzerland.
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5 July 2020, 06:52 AM | #5 |
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I see a lot of people saying this and I figured this would be a good time to mention this.
Let me ask you this - would you drive your vehicle 50 thousand miles without an oil change? Answer is no or you will cause engine damage. The same method applies to mechanical watches. Once the oil is no longer there (5 to 6 years) one is now causing wear to the pivots, jewels, bearings and gears. Not to mention replacing the seals to prevent moisture from entering.
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So, I'm still in the camp to get the work done when the watch is showing some sign of not working properly. Now, if I could find someone that would lube it up every few years for $100 or so, I might consider it. But I've yet seen a return for servicing a watch as a preventative maintenance approach.
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If you choose to wear to failure, yes, new parts will be put in - up to a point. Dials and hand damage will cost you. Like any machine, it's nice to have confidence in it's performance all of the time, and not hope it's going to last through your vacation where it can then fail and you can replace the parts at your leisure.
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10 July 2020, 03:30 AM | #8 | |
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I do agree if one is going on 10 years, one is likely facing some service needs, so get it done even if watch is behaving. However, going in at 6 years with a well running watch? I'll roll the dice. To each their own. I do admit I too have my doubts. I'm probably just more risky than most.
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Come on, people. If you dig your watch, then send it for regular, quality maintenance.
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