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26 September 2018, 09:30 AM | #1 |
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1680 - to cut or not recut?
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I have my MKIV 1680 at LAWW for a mechanical service and am on the fence about having the case refinished. It's been polished over the years and the dial has a couple of spots so it's by no means a perfect example. That being said it's nearly 50 years old and shouldn't look like a new watch. What do you think about the attached photos? Leave it as is or give it a fresh look? |
26 September 2018, 09:39 AM | #2 |
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I would address any issues that might present problems as far as maintaining water resistance.
I also might knock down any agregious dings with very light polish. Otherwise I would have the movment serviced and leave the case alone.
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26 September 2018, 10:01 AM | #3 |
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Leave it, it's just going to get scratched up again when you wear it and the lugs will be that much thinner.
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26 September 2018, 11:53 AM | #4 |
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Those springbar ends are getting very close to the hole, don't take any more metal off that case.
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26 September 2018, 12:04 PM | #5 |
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No!
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26 September 2018, 12:33 PM | #6 |
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leave it
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26 September 2018, 01:10 PM | #7 |
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It depends on how the rest of the watch and case look.
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26 September 2018, 03:23 PM | #8 |
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I wish people like yourself didn't collect vintage watches. This site is full of people unnecessarily replacing/refurbishing vintage watch parts for their own entertainment.
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26 September 2018, 03:37 PM | #9 |
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I agree with this statement. It all depends on the overall look of the watch. If it’s beat up but looks “proper”, then no. But if the case is deformed from previous bad job to the point that it doesn’t even resemble the original profile, then why not? I would want to see the case from the top, bottom n face on to give a more informed suggestion. I blame it on autoconnect. |
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Having a bad day? It’s a little harsh, no? He can do whatever he wants with his watch imo. I blame it on autoconnect. |
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26 September 2018, 06:02 PM | #11 |
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I don't like the craters around the lug holes and would have that fixed
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26 September 2018, 06:46 PM | #12 |
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Leave it. If you can’t live with the condition I think it is easier, better and in the end cheaper to sell it and buy one with a case condition you would be happy with.
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26 September 2018, 07:48 PM | #13 |
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I've recently had my Red Sub serviced after asking a similar question in this forum. The movement was serviced, perspex replaced, tube seals replaced and successfully pressure/vacuum tested. While my watch has not been so heavily polished in the past it does carry quite a few scratches and dings. Ultrasonic cleaning and a new crystal make the watch look very well, the surface condition of the case is cast into shadow by the clarity of the face and removal of grime. If in doubt I suggest you refrain from polishing, see how you like it after the service and if you need to, return it for a polish.
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Easier to sell it if it bugs you, as I'm sure somebody else could easily live with it that way. |
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26 September 2018, 08:37 PM | #15 |
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Can we see the dial and insert? IMHO nothing looks stranger than a freshly cut case with heavily patinated dial/hands and faded insert. Should be all or nothing.
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27 September 2018, 12:42 AM | #16 |
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Just leave it as it is. It's a great looking watch!
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27 September 2018, 02:50 AM | #17 |
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Let LAWW give it a fresh look
They do an outstanding job! |
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27 September 2018, 03:39 AM | #19 |
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Only service the movement, and keep the rest of the watch as is- beautiful, aged, well loved and showing its "life" so to speak.
"Restoring" it would be an insult to it. (And possibly a felony in the watch-collecting world.) |
27 September 2018, 04:01 AM | #20 |
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Is the condition the case is in now holding you back from enjoying your watch?
I kind of view the case recutting trend as horological plastic surgery. While you can appreciate the work of the person doing it, often times the finished product ends up looking worked on. I doubt a nose job has ever saved a marriage. |
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As the Beatles sang ,speaking words of wisdom , Let it be , let it be . Just do what needs doing & leave it at that , your watch , your shout though .
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I know, right? Some people!
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27 September 2018, 01:50 PM | #25 |
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Thanks for all of the advice. I’m going to leave it as is.
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28 September 2018, 04:26 AM | #28 |
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Dunno, those holes are pretty bowled out. I'd just do enough laser welding and re-profiling in order to correct the geometry of the case. No need to go full faux-NOS, just some over-polish correction.
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28 September 2018, 06:13 AM | #29 |
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I always lean on the side of not touching it. Little point in having a vintage watch look brand new.
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Tempting on certain watches.
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