Major Part of the Heart and Soul of AULRO
SubscriberOn the 11/11/2015 I purchased my first vintage watch, a Seiko Diamatic 6119-5410.
Crystal is near perfect, which is a good thing because of their shape they are near unobtainable. Case could do with a polish.
It only cost me $100 which is a bargain, however as with all vintage watches I had no idea how long ago it had been serviced. Worse, it was fine on the bench but when I wore it, it was losing time to the tune of....lots.
Turns out the barrel jewel is broken and needs replacement which will be done as part of the service I was expecting to have to have done anyway ($250). So in reality it will be a $350 watch but running perfectly. That's still a good buy I reckon.
Looks fantastic in my opinion and wears well on the wrist. I'm super happy and will be even happier when I pick it up from the watchmakers next Monday.
I know it's a long shot but does anyone know where I could get an electronic copy/scan of an owners manual for this for instructions on setting day date?
It's not broken. It's "Carbon Neutral".
gone
1993 Defender 110 ute "Doris"
1994 Range Rover Vogue LSE "The Luxo-Barge"
1994 Defender 130 HCPU "Rolly"
1996 Discovery 1
current
1995 Defender 130 HCPU and Suzuki GSX1400
Nice watch man.
I choose not to wear one. Nor carry any mobile phones or such.
Sun gives me a good enough indication of the time.
Comes up = breakfast.
Above me = beer.
Setting = Dinner.
Dark = beer.
Worked well for me for a lot of years now.
Sure some days i can be late to certain things
Wizard
Nice!
I have all my Seikos serviced at the Seiko Australia service centre in North Ryde. Much cheaper than a watch maker in my experience. They also supply new pins gratis if you take your watch in there.
It is possible they would have a manual, if not try some of the vintage watch forums.
I've had a few watches both Swiss and Japanese. I gave up on the Swiss ones and sold them all ( ETA movements) as I had too many problems and servicing was too expensive.
Now I just stick to the Seikos.
Fuji white RRS L494 AB Gone
2023 Ford Ranga
Major Part of the Heart and Soul of AULRO
SubscriberOriginally Posted by Geedublya
Fella works next to me has 12 Vintage Seikos....
What do they charge at North Ryde for a service?
It's not broken. It's "Carbon Neutral".
gone
1993 Defender 110 ute "Doris"
1994 Range Rover Vogue LSE "The Luxo-Barge"
1994 Defender 130 HCPU "Rolly"
1996 Discovery 1
current
1995 Defender 130 HCPU and Suzuki GSX1400
You saying he used to have 13?Fella works next to me has 12 Vintage Seikos....
Major Part of the Heart and Soul of AULRO
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No, like any practical sensible person he buys not sells....
It's not broken. It's "Carbon Neutral".
gone
1993 Defender 110 ute "Doris"
1994 Range Rover Vogue LSE "The Luxo-Barge"
1994 Defender 130 HCPU "Rolly"
1996 Discovery 1
current
1995 Defender 130 HCPU and Suzuki GSX1400
Oh i was implying you stole it lol.No, like any practical sensible person he buys not sells....
Guess that one went right over your head mate.
Loud Mouthed Rat Bag
I like it.
Cheers, Billy.
Keeping it simple is complicated.
Moderator
Nice.
I have a Loyal. It's good, warranty is honoured without question, it's a bit heavy though.
I like the idea of the Helgray Hornet.
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The Phantom - Oslo Blue 2001 Td5 SE.
Half dead but will live again!
Nina - Chawton White 2003 Td5 S
Slowly being improved
Wizard
It all depends on what is required.Fella works next to me has 12 Vintage Seikos....
What do they charge at North Ryde for a service?
From memory my vintage diver had a new crown, crystal and hands as well as a service for $150.
I bought three of them for $120 as a lot and sold the best two for over $200 each
You can call them and ask for them to quote.
Fuji white RRS L494 AB Gone
2023 Ford Ranga
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