Hello From Plymouth

[Dave84]

Hi Everyone 

I got my first watch at 12 years old (a cheap quartz Guess watch) and according to my folks it was the only thing I ever really looked after growing up. I don't know why but I have been fascinated with them ever since. Up until about 18 months ago I had never even taken the back off a watch, but one day whilst feeling brave & curious I changed a battery in my Tissot V8.  I was then asked to do the same for friends and family. Before I knew it I was asked to do all sorts of minor bits and pieces from polishing out scratches to bezel changes, and I have been learning ever since.

I decided this year to take the leap and start learning how to undertake servicing and minor repairs to the movements themselves, although it seems pretty daunting as a beginner, I am keen to learn. 

I currently only have the Tissot V8 Chronograph, my old Guess watch, a Commando Anti magnetic (non runner) and an old worn pocket watch that I picked up for a few bucks whilst traveling through the states a few years ago, which I will get going again one day.... 

I recently sold my rose gold Omega Cal.600 dress watch and a 1953 Omega Seamaster Calendar with Cross-hair dial. 

Looking forward to chatting with you all and no doubt asking a lot of questions. 

Cheers

Dave

 

[Cad101]

Hello Dave always good to see a new member. Look round ask as many questions as you like someone always knows the answer and have fun.

Mick

[oldhippy]

Welcome to this friendly forum. I live in Devon too. I'm an old hand been retired for years.

[dadistic]

Greetings and Salutations!

I you want to learn to service a mechanical watch, pocket watches are great to start with. Nice big parts.

Have fun!