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WhalerBum t1_ixx8ej6 wrote

What brand names on the watch faces ? Private message me I might be able to help.

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mattzees OP t1_ixx8wj8 wrote

All are from the 1950's. One Longines (poor condition). One Omega Seamaster (runs, but needs service). One Movado Datron (fair condition). One Movado M95 in stainless (poor condition).

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Goatpunching t1_ixxmhh7 wrote

Just go to r/watches. Only the omega may be worth something

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CharlesJHV t1_ixy9bwc wrote

I was just about to recommend this. They love appraising Grandpa’s fake rolexes from the war

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DowninDowntown t1_ixxbkit wrote

By any chance would you know where I may get a watch serviced locally? I have a 1950s triple date moon phase I need some work on

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spodinielri0 t1_iy1m25c wrote

I’ve taken several watches to Coward’s for repair. Excellent service, reasonable price

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DowninDowntown t1_iy1qair wrote

Do you have a link?! I can’t seem to find them online

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WontArnett t1_ixxbs1c wrote

Google is free, people.

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DowninDowntown t1_ixxd8fs wrote

A reddit recommendation is always better than Google

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_R_A_ t1_ixxdoew wrote

Especially when it comes to something specialized and complicated like this!

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WontArnett t1_ixxecoz wrote

There are reviews on Google that give you recommendations just the same.

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WontArnett t1_ixz2ybv wrote

Reddit Police over here! 👆🏽

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WontArnett t1_ixz3n4n wrote

Good thing I comment to please other people. 🙄

Sometimes people post ridiculous questions they could easily find on Google— I’ve actually had OPs thank me for reminding them to Google sometimes.

If you’re going to criticize me, speak for yourself, not the whole of Reddit.

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WontArnett t1_ixz5i03 wrote

I commented, because I’m hanging out by myself. I’d rather be alone than deal with people like you in real life.

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ImmobilizedbyCheese t1_ixyf85z wrote

Know anything about pocket watches? Schwartzschild hasn't responded to any of my requests. It's from East Germany likely the 20s or 30s. Googling got me nowhere.

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WhalerBum t1_ixzpcza wrote

What name is on it? The vast majority of pocket watches are pretty worthless, as they were mass produced and pretty much everyone had them back then.

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ImmobilizedbyCheese t1_ixztww8 wrote

It says Gersi. I dont know what to do with it. My parents give me sentimental junk and then think I'll hold onto in my tiny house.

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Goatpunching t1_ixztgcn wrote

What are you trying to do? Sell it? The pocket watch market is kind of small and specific. I doubt any local shops would be interested

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ImmobilizedbyCheese t1_ixzu2cq wrote

Yeah sell it if anyone is interested. It was my grandfather's but I'm not having kids so I dont know what to do with this sentimental stuff my parents give me.

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Goatpunching t1_iy0a8t8 wrote

Google the brand or go on watchrecon.com or watchuseek.com. Post it on r/watches to see what they say

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gleepgloopgleepgloop t1_ixxkh49 wrote

Appraised? Nowhere. Fair market value.

David Cooper at Watch & Pen is a good option for refurb/repairs. Does competent work on luxury watches. Call ahead to confirm hours/availability. Clockworks is an option as well but I've had less luck there. Authorized dealers usually mail out, so you can cut out the middle main by mailing your watch to an authorized service center. Or mail it to a reputable repair shop.

I might be interested in the Seamaster if you haven't already received a dozen DMs about it.

Edit: search eBay (completed/sold) and chrono24 to learn about valuation. Of course, a serviced watch with original (or OEM) parts is worth more, stuff like lume and dial refinishing and a quality case polishing/brushing will help. Case material (stainless steel, 14k yellow gold, etc.) Makes a huge difference. So valuation varies immensely and is often more about who wants it when than a set intrinsic value. Best wishes!

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bikesnob t1_iy0o5w3 wrote

I've had a bad experience with Watch and Pen repairs on a vintage Rolex Bubbleback. Dean Sarnelle from Once Upon a Time in Staunton is my Rolex go-to. He does amazing case/movement work and has a treasure trove of old Rolex parts.

Rolex refuses to work on 15XX movements but Dean had a stockpile of them. He also employs Lititz trained watchmakers.

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gleepgloopgleepgloop t1_iy0w9ut wrote

I appreciate hearing that. He was helpful in taking a look at a vintage quartz for me once, although in the end he couldn't fix it. The problem I ran into was finding parking and catching him when he was actually in his store.

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CRothg t1_ixxivf8 wrote

I’ve not been personally, but I’ve heard good things about Watch and Pen downtown.

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