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Schaldey · 3 July 2020, 06:50 AM

I found this watch when moving my mom from one house to another. It was my dad's and he's humored that I've shown interest in it. Anyone know how complex it would be to have the dial adjusted? It otherwise seems to be in great shape and is keeping time.

It's a 7006 - 8007

Chester01 · 3 July 2020, 07:20 AM

Umm, well it will likely need some kind of service. Even if its running ok, it looks well worn (always a good thing in my eyes), but good to make sure the seals are good so its water tight. I know Seiko USA can do the service, but do not know about their fees.

SunTzu · 3 July 2020, 07:43 AM

Any watchmaker worth his salt can fix that. Probably can use a good service, cleaning, and new crystal.

That original beads of rice bracelet is awesome. Desirable on a vintage Seiko.

Should clean up nicely and for not too much money for basically a free heirloom. You can then show your old man and enjoy it whenever you want for the next 25 years.

toxicavenger · 3 July 2020, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by SunTzu

Any watchmaker worth his salt can fix that. .

If it has broken dial feet very few watchmakers can weld on new ones. The easiest way is dial dots. Which not something all watchmakers will use since it is temporary.

Schaldey · 3 July 2020, 09:39 AM

Thanks for this!

Tools · 3 July 2020, 10:16 AM

If the dial no longer has locating pins, it would need to be bonded to the movement when it is reassembled.

It isn't a huge deal, it is simply a compromise, or another dial can be sourced.

cajunron · 11 July 2020, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Schaldey

I found this watch when moving my mom from one house to another. It was my dad's and he's humored that I've shown interest in it. Anyone know how complex it would be to have the dial adjusted? It otherwise seems to be in great shape and is keeping time.

It's a 7006 - 8007

It's good to see you take an interest in this old watch. Be careful, you might become an addict! Good luck with the Seiko.

CPRWATCH · 12 July 2020, 05:14 PM

Hopefully you can get the dial sorted and it would be a nice watch to have , the beads of rice bracelet is really comfortable to wear also. My white dial says hello

Psmith · 12 July 2020, 09:03 PM

Maybe contact LA WatchWorks regarding a sympathic restoration. That model is a beaut, especially on that bracelet - has a Doxa-esque vibe

3 July 2020, 07:43 AM	#3
SunTzu "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: NJ Watch: 5513 116234 79280P Posts: 2,144	Any watchmaker worth his salt can fix that. Probably can use a good service, cleaning, and new crystal. That original beads of rice bracelet is awesome. Desirable on a vintage Seiko. Should clean up nicely and for not too much money for basically a free heirloom. You can then show your old man and enjoy it whenever you want for the next 25 years. __________________ The wristwatch is an intimate accessory. The best watches live in harmony and interact with the wearer, and their functions offer a reassuring and emotionally satisfying bond - Kintaro Hattori

3 July 2020, 10:16 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,039	If the dial no longer has locating pins, it would need to be bonded to the movement when it is reassembled. It isn't a huge deal, it is simply a compromise, or another dial can be sourced. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

12 July 2020, 09:03 PM	#9
Psmith "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Clive Location: Exoplanet Watch: spring-driven Posts: 38,856	Maybe contact LA WatchWorks regarding a sympathic restoration. That model is a beaut, especially on that bracelet - has a Doxa-esque vibe __________________

3 July 2020, 07:20 AM	#2
Chester01 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: East Coast Watch: 16610 Posts: 4,933	Umm, well it will likely need some kind of service. Even if its running ok, it looks well worn (always a good thing in my eyes), but good to make sure the seals are good so its water tight. I know Seiko USA can do the service, but do not know about their fees.

3 July 2020, 09:39 AM	#5
Schaldey "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 6	Thanks for this!

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