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19 March 2023, 04:40 AM | #1 |
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Vintage Rolex Tudor Restoration Query
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First time posting. I have a Tudor sub that’s been in neglect for many years. There is a fair amount of rust in the movement. I have found a great working Tudor movement of the same caliber. My query is, am I better to just have the original movement replaced with this second movement or should I have the watchmaker salvage whatever parts he can of the original movement. For example, any parts that are branded or have serial numbers etc. Cheers! |
19 March 2023, 09:50 AM | #2 |
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I’d think the question can only be answered by a competent watchmaker once he’s evaluated it. I’ve seen some clean looking movements have fatal problems, and I’ve seen impossibly dirty looking movements come squeaky clean.
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19 March 2023, 09:56 AM | #3 |
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They’re ETA movements. Unless it’s totally beyond repair nearly any competent watchmaker can service it and bring it back. My vote is to keep it original.
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20 March 2023, 02:27 AM | #4 |
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It is is pretty messed up, you may need another movement. Best for a Watchmaker to tell you.
I'd see if Prem @ https://primetimecanada.com/ could check it out because he is not far. He knows Tudors and has a lot of time restoring Tudor subs. In the US, Phillip Ridley would be one of many great choices.
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20 March 2023, 04:03 AM | #5 |
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Watchmakers can do wonders truly ... Make do and mend if poss I'd suggest - esp as sub eta calibres now over £1000 - £250 ten years ago !
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Rust can be removed and mitigated, although parts that are thoroughly damaged should be replaced. Yes, you should keep branded and serialized parts - it's the soul of your timepiece.
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