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Hello from the Netherlands

i am in fact interested in watches and clocks from childhood on.... Now for a few years I am interested in so called " Wehrmachtswerk" type watches.. No connection with dark history but this type of calibre is I think ruggedized: AS1130 eg.

I own a few of these vintage watches and I want to learn to clean and service them.

Hope to write and read of you all soon!

twannie

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1 hour ago, Twannie said:

I own a few of these vintage watches and I want to learn to clean and service them.

Welcome aboard Twannie, you've come to the right place for learning.  There are a lot of good folk here willing to share knowledge and help out, all you have to do is ask.

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Welcome Twannie! 

Take pictures before each step to help you in reassembly.  Watch the videos from Mark and understand he makes it look a lot easier than it is.  Don't touch any watch you really care about until you've taken apart a few cheap ones and put them back together and left them in a good running condition.   This forum is a wonderful place to ask any questions and get sincere help from some really friendly members.  It's a really satisfying hobby if you have the patience.  Welcome aboard!:thumbsu: 

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