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AlaskaMatt

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1 hour ago, AlaskaMatt said:

Hello everyone, 

 

I'm just getting into the hobby of watch collecting and repair. 

I'm working on gathering the needed tools and other resources needed to be successful. 

I look forward to learning from everyone here. 


Thanks, 
Matt

Hi Matt,

Welcome to the hobby.   I am newish too - about 6 months and really enjoying it.  Must say it’s an addictive and an expensive hobby.    I hope you have fun.  Plenty of help here as very experienced guys here.   Any questions, please just ask.   

See you around buddy!

Regards,

Yasser (from London UK).

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