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anilv Distinguished Member

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If the winder is too tight it's most probably due to an old o-ring in the crown. It could also be done to old grease in the parts that wind the barrel.

Having said that, compared to ordinary time-only watches chronographs are more fussy about being serviced and I would say that it would be prudent to get it serviced and you'll be good for the next 5 years (more if used occasionally and stored in a dust free environment). These watches are quite desirable and should you wish to move it on a record of recent servicing will only add to the value!

Price of servicing depends on where you are.  Here in Malaysia you would probably pay around USD100-150 just for labour, parts extra.

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This LeJour is very nice and certainly worthwhile to keep it running as it should. Try the suggestions already given for the tight winder, but I suspect you'll probably need a service overhaul because who knows how long its been since its been cleaned. As the mechanical complication on a watch increases, so too does the service cost--A chronograph is at the top. Overhaul in NYC is between $350-$450.

 

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Thanks Everyone for the suggestions. Given the # of old watches I have and need of service. I am actually thinking of learning to service the watch. I will search this forum on how to get started and how long it will take to learn. It’s just not affordable for me to keep them and get them service.


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