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Hi Everyone, just looking for some advice on hairsprings and pallet forks. I have been sourcing parts for a Ricoh 61 from a well known UK watch parts supplier, namely pallet fork and hairspring. The parts supplied look to be second hand reclaimed parts and have had issues. Pallet forks with jewels fitted way too long and one where the guard pin was severely bent. Also a hairspring that was twisted and needs manipulation. I wouldn't think this is a normal situation to be expected. What do you all think? Is it normal and expected? Thanks in advance.

 

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unless supplied as named second user parts  its not what I would expect from a material house supplying new stock unless some one had got it wrong,   Photograph the parts and take it up with the retailer.    cheers

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1 hour ago, steve1811uk said:

I have been sourcing parts for a Ricoh 61 from a well known UK watch parts supplier, namely pallet fork and hairspring. The parts supplied look to be second hand reclaimed parts and have had issues. Pallet forks with jewels fitted way too long and one where the guard pin was severely bent. Also a hairspring that was twisted and needs manipulation. I wouldn't think this is a normal situation to be expected. What do you all think? Is it normal and expected? 

Not surprising for parts that have been in storage for decades, and occasionally examined and then put away. Up to you decide if these are better than the ones that you had, and if worth to bring it up to the seller.

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Update...I brought it up with the supplier and they are sending me a replacement balance free of charge. I am very happy with the outcome here, just hope the new balance is OK.

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