Hello from (mostly) sunny South Africa

[gbyleveldt]

As if I needed a new hobby to clean out my wallet, I somehow got an interest in the process of servicing mechanical watches. I’m very green though. And then I have the obligatory stash of Seiko’s from Ramon; a process that seems to be an almost rite of passage lately. While waiting for tools to arrive, I’ve also gathered up a nice stash vintage throwaway Swiss watches for cheap that I’ll be practicing on.

Only success so far is rebuilding an ST3620 following Mark’s course. It did go easier than I thought; I do surface mount electronic repair for a living, so I’m comfortable working with small parts under high powered magnification. After that first one I’m hooked! 
 

I’ve been lurking here for a while and have learnt a lot from the regulars here!

[Nucejoe]

Welcome to WRT forum.

[oldhippy]

Thank you for your introduction and welcome to this friendly forum.

We all look forward to your contributions and continued involvement. 

You are going to need a very deep wallet if you take this up in a serious way. 

[gbyleveldt]

1 hour ago, oldhippy said:

You are going to need a very deep wallet if you take this up in a serious way. 

Heh, I've come to realise that. Thank you for the warm welcome!

[clockboy]

Welcome,enjoy the forum. 

[watchweasol]

Hello and welcome to the forum

[LittleWatchShop]

4 hours ago, oldhippy said:

You are going to need a very deep wallet if you take this up in a serious way.

No kidding!!

 

[Michael1962]

Welcome to the forum @gbyleveldt