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Expert: - 5/23/2008


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Hello: I have a Timex watch that gains time.Is there any way I can adjust it? It gains about 45 seconds in a week.
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Michael,

Quartz watches don't have any way to regulate time.

In this case, you will need to send it back to the company (and they will replace the movement), or simply buy one on your own.  

If time is a factor (no pun), buy it yourself.  If you can wait, they will replace it with the latest model for 50% of retail.

Kind regards,

Melvin

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Melvin Mills

Expertise

I can answer questions regarding the repair of quartz watches and antique American pocket watches. I cannot give appraisals. My expertise is in watches, not clocks.

Experience

I am trained to repair quartz and mechanical watches, both modern and antique. My business focus is on quartz watches and antique pocket watches. I have been in this field for almost 5 years.

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I belong to the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors (NAWCC).

Education/Credentials
I am a Certified Master Horologist from the National Institute of Horology.

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