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Aloha All,

I have always been interested in mechanical watches.  My first real watch was a new Rolex Sub Date circa 1995 (I was in my 20s), and I got back into watch collecting during COVID-19.  My obsession with watches turned into modding watches, and for the past two years, I have been amassing tools and parts in anticipation of taking this hobby to the next level.  My goal is to learn how to service a watch movement and get proficient in restoring vintage watches.  Making the old new again. I recently signed up for the watchfix.com course and am to the point of having broken down a movement.  I look forward to interacting with you all and appreciate your future input.  

Mahalo,

Frank

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