| Subject | Date Asked |
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| pocket watch | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have aquired an interesting pocket watch, and would like to know sommething about it, The name on ...
A: Steven, Here is what I can tell you for sure. The watch is a private label watch. That means that ...
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| Elgin Word time | 11/15/2009 |
Q: I change the battery of the watch, is an Elgin World time sportsman, in analogic and digital, have 4 ...
A: Alonso, Here is a pdf that will give the instructions. If this is not for your model, please look ...
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| gold pocket watches | 11/15/2009 |
Q: If a pocket watch say guaranteed or warranted but has no mention of the years. IS it gold filled as ...
A: Robert, This is a confusing subject for many. Here are the rules. Anytime you see a number of ...
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| what does 50m resistant REALLY mean | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I've read conflicting explanations online about this - but if a watch is water resistant to 165 ft ...
A: Rick, Prepare to be amazed. Since there is no hospital in Woodstock, you might work at Kingston or ...
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| what does 50m resistant REALLY mean | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I've read conflicting explanations online about this - but if a watch is water resistant to 165 ft ...
A: Rick, In which Woodstock do you live? It is up to you. The official designation states that 50m ...
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| what does 50m resistant REALLY mean | 11/9/2009 |
Q: I've read conflicting explanations online about this - but if a watch is water resistant to 165 ft ...
A: Rick, This is a terribly confusing issue. I wish the FTC would come up with a better system. The ...
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| Tavannes watch received | 11/4/2009 |
Q: When my mother passed away I received a box of watches she had. I went through and selected a few to ...
A: The Tavannes Watch Co (started by Henri Sandoz in 1891) trademarked the Admiral name in 1896 and ...
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| Hamilton 987S 'Canteen' Military Wristwatch | 11/1/2009 |
Q: I have been having trouble with getting the above mentioned watch to run properly. The problem is ...
A: Ken, Don't allow yourself to become frustrated and overly discouraged. If you need to take a break ...
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| Balance Staffs | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have two questions but both related. I have Illinois pocket watch Serial Number 3272131, I think ...
A: Larry, There is a book that has all that information in it. You will need to find them used ...
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| Rolex Dying After 12 Hours of Non-Wear | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me out with this problem. I recently got a Rolex Oyster Perpetual for my ...
A: Ms. Susan, What a wonderful gift! Congratulations. It is possible that there is something wrong ...
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| Elgin Natl Watch Co. pocket watch | 10/26/2009 |
Q: Mr. Mills, After my grandfather passed away, I received his old pocket watch and have kept it ...
A: Travis, That is great. A treasured family heirloom. Elgin has a wonderful history. ...
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| Mickey Mouse watch | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 50th birthday commemorative Mickey Mouse watch. How can I find out it's worth? Thanks.
A: Jamie, 1. Use eBay. It is the best source available for determining market value. If you look at ...
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| American Waltham Pocket Watch | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I received an American Waltham Pocket Watch from my great grandgrathers estate. I understnd from my ...
A: Stephen, I don't know if you will be able to clean it yourself. I can tell you that it is not ...
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| hamiltion 689a mov | 10/17/2009 |
Q: Melvin, I have recently bought a Hamilton automatic 689a movement watch its not working I have no ...
A: James, I would not do that as the first step. I have to believe that there are just as many good ...
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| hamiltion 689a mov | 10/14/2009 |
Q: Melvin, I have recently bought a Hamilton automatic 689a movement watch its not working I have no ...
A: James, There are almost always parts available, as long as you want to look long and hard enough. ...
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| ladies elgin watch | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have an elgin ladies watch number 27026173. However, I have tried to get it repaired in this ...
A: David, If the glass, called the crystal, has yellowed, it may be causing rust in the movement. ...
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| W&D pocket watch | 10/12/2009 |
Q: just wondering if you can help me with a W&D pocketwatch i recently acquired,i have read a brief ...
A: Mike, Holy cow! What a great find. The only things I find in the shed are the nuts and bolts. ...
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| Pocket Watch | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I have these 2 watches listed on Ebay and I have had a few people tell me they are solid gold. I ...
A: Ms. Cathy, I am not sure you are the same "Cathy" that previously asked about the terms warranted ...
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| Super Fast Movement! | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired a Hartford pocket watch. It does something I have never seen before, and I am ...
A: Tara, When the watch is fully wound, the mainspring starts to unwind and is held back by a lever ...
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| Waltham/Wadsworth Pocket Watch, Age? | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have a lovely little pocket watch that I inherited from my grandparents that I can't seem to find ...
A: Lara, This watch was made in 1914, based on the serial number. Any time you see a number of years ...
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| benedict bros pocket watch | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I have a 16 size 14k triple hinged hunter case pocketwatch in the original benedict brothers box . ...
A: Jimmy, Get the "Complete Price Guide to Watches" by Cooskey Shugart. You want to compare the ...
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| broken case hinged lid | 10/6/2009 |
Q: Greetings, Kind of you to take questions, thanks! I have found a old pocket watch that's been in a ...
A: Don, You are right: those American pocketwatches have some of the finest craftsmanship that one ...
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| vintage pocket watch | 10/5/2009 |
Q: Mills - I have a lovely vintage pocket watch that was my Grandmother's. I would like to give it to ...
A: Ms.Elaine, based on the chart on http://www.pocketwatchsite.com/illinoisserials.html the watch ...
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| Pocket Watch | 10/4/2009 |
Q: Good Morning, I have a Waltham Pocket Watch in working condition with the following serial number: ...
A: Gerhardt, Using the url below, we see that 1873 is the date of manuafacture. ...
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| Illinois Wrist Watch | 10/2/2009 |
Q: I found a watch that was my great-grandmother's. I don't know much about watches. I opened up the ...
A: Ms. Erin, It is a beautiful watch. Based on the serial number, 2913156, the watch was made in ...
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| Guarantee/Warranted | 10/1/2009 |
Q: If an antique pocket watch case states it is Warranted or Guaranteed for a number of years but does ...
A: Ms. Cathy, Yes, by all means. Describe the watches in the createst detail possible. USE LOTS OF ...
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| want to know age of pocket watch | 9/29/2009 |
Q: i was given an antique pocket watch for my anniversary and was wondering if anyone knows anything ...
A: Tracey, What a wonderful gift! JM Bigwood is the name of a Jeweler most likely. This is a private ...
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| Lonville - pocket watch | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have a question connected with Lonville pocket watch from the XIX / XX century. If it is possible ...
A: Marta, Lonville made watches from the early 1900's through the 1940ies. As to what it is ...
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| Andre Bouchard battery removal | 9/22/2009 |
Q: How is the battery removed and replaced in an Andre Bouchard Electric Watch. When I open the watch ...
A: John, Is there any chance you can send me a close up photo? I don't know everything that is in WD ...
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| Scratch in Titanium Case | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a Nautica A43002G watch but in the lower case is a scratch of about 7mm long and 1mm wide, ...
A: Hubert, You are in luck. Here is a link to scratch removal products on ebay. ...
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| Arnex pocket watch | 9/19/2009 |
Q: Melvin, I recently inherited an Arnex John F. Kennedy Commemorative Incabloc 17 Jewel pocket watch. ...
A: Jack, There are about 30 different case types and they all have there own opening procedures. ...
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| Illinois Autocrat what year | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I saw that you can answer the year a watch was made by the serial number. I have an Illinois ...
A: Ashley, Here is the website that I use as a quick reference. He took the information from the same ...
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| Hanilton Hunter pocket watch | 9/17/2009 |
Q: I received this watch from my brother who was an avid collector. I don't know anything about it and ...
A: You are correct, it was made in 1904. If you show me some photos of the movement, I might be able ...
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| Andre Bouchard battery removal | 9/14/2009 |
Q: How is the battery removed and replaced in an Andre Bouchard Electric Watch. When I open the watch ...
A: John, I am unclear as to the situation you are facing. You say when you open the watch but then ...
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| Elgin grandfather's pocket watch cira: 1910? | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Feeling stupid....cannot discover how to open the back to the movement...."help" please.
A: Larry, Depending on the type of case, it either pops open or it screws open, like a jar lid. If it ...
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| ELGIN SPORTSMAN DAY DISPLAY | 8/17/2009 |
Q: ELGIN SPORTSMAN WORLDTIME QUARTZ CALENDAR WRISTWATCH - I have replaced the battery, but now cannot ...
A: Philip, Regarding your watch, it is a Citizen movement. Miyota makes Citizen. I am sending you a ...
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| pocket watch | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I have an Illinois Sterling pocket watch (glass face is gone) 17 jewel with 4735392 Sterling marked ...
A: Maria, Your best bet is to look for a book by Cooksey Shugart, "Complete Price Guide to Watches". ...
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| ebel pocket? | 8/14/2009 |
Q: i found a inherited a pocket watch from my wife uncle .the only thing i know that it has a little ...
A: Frank, The overall best place to see what things sell for on the net is ebay. No Joke. It is an ...
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| Eddie Bauer Watch Battery Replacement | 8/13/2009 |
Q: Mr. Mills: I've owned Eddie Bauer field watches for a decade and have always had to send the watches ...
A: Gerry, I can help you with that. I perform a tune up, which means change battery change gaskets ...
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| Waltham Watch Movement | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I am trying to find the serial number on a Waltham watch. Everything I read says I need to find the ...
A: John, That is wonderful. Make sure you write down the history of the watch and it's owners for the ...
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| adjusting Arnex pocket watch | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I recently rediscovered an Arnex pocket watch that I bought in the early 1980's. It is a 17 jewel, ...
A: Joel, This watch cannot be adjusted. The good news is that the watch might only be magnetized. ...
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| Illinois Pocket watch | 8/3/2009 |
Q: Mr Mills, I also have a pocket watch that I am trying to identify. It is an Illinois watch, silver ...
A: Ms. Maureen, I am almost positive that this is a screw off back. You would see a hinge if it was ...
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| Ferrai Watch | 7/24/2009 |
Q: Hey i have a Ferrari watch I'll attach a picture of it i look online for its value and i could not ...
A: Sam, I'm sure you're aware that Ferrari does not make watches. You will have to open up the watch ...
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| swatch scuba 200 how to shorten the band | 7/18/2009 |
Q: I have a Swatch Scuba 200 with flexible metal band. I would like to know how to shorten the band, ...
A: Hai, Look on the inside of the band for arrows. IF IT IS ADJUSTABLE, the arrows will show you the ...
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| Gold Pocket watch | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I have a gold pocket watch made by John Kellie of Liverpool. It was given to my great uncle on his ...
A: Michael, Wow, that is super. Make sure you right down the history of your great uncle, such as ...
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| hamilton pocket watch | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I have a Hamilton pocket watch sn# 956852 iam not sure what the case is made out of can you tell me ...
A: I can tell you but you might not like the answer. If the watch case does not say what it is made ...
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| Hamilton Pocket Watch | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have my grandfather's Hamilton Pocket Watch. When I open it up I see the following: "Fahys ...
A: Angela, Those hand scratched notations are from watchmakers. It was a common practice to leave ...
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| Hampden pocket watch | 7/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 1907 Hampden Molly Stark model 4 pocket watch that needs to have a hinged cover reattached, ...
A: Ms. Janet, There will be two people to get it fixed: a watch maker and a jeweler. The watchmaker ...
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| Hamilton Pocket Watch | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I have my grandfather's Hamilton Pocket Watch. When I open it up I see the following: "Fahys ...
A: Angela, This watch was made in 1905. 20 years guaranteed means that the gold in the case was ...
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| Wm. ELLERY | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I have a pocket watch coin silver case with a shield and scrolls around it. silver chain key wound. ...
A: Lee, Based on the serial number you gave, it is from 1864. What it is worth is based on the ...
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| Elgin full plate assembly | 7/10/2009 |
Q: I'm having trouble assembling a full plate 1886 elgin 7 jewel after cleaning. I can't get all the ...
A: Larry, ah the full plate watch. I have a theory that all unsolved suicides are due to attempting ...
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| old watch | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I have an Illinois Watch Co Springfield 17 jewels Number 1822431. Case number seems to be 8688. On ...
A: Bunny, Based on the serial number 1822431, it was made in 1905. those numbers you see around the ...
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| Illinois Pocket Watch | 7/9/2009 |
Q: The number on the watch is 4292780. It also says Illionois Stewart Special 17 jewels.
A: Evelyn, Using the table at http://www.pocketwatchsite.com/illinoisserials.html the date of your ...
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| Waltham antique watch | 7/9/2009 |
Q: I would like to date an AM Waltham watch no. 2713602 It has initials and date 1896 engraved on back. ...
A: Gerry, To date the watch, you need to serial number on the movement itself. When you get that ...
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| antique pocket watch | 6/26/2009 |
Q: Could you please give me some more information about my 14K gold pocket watch? It has standard ...
A: Gail, When a watch has the crown at the 3o'clock position, it is called a sidewinder. There is no ...
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| Wadsworth pocket watch with chain and fob | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I got this watch when my grand mother pass away in 1989,She never told me any thing about the watch ...
A: Connie, I will be glad to help in any way. For starters, the watch CASE is made by Wadsworth, but ...
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| winding/overwinding? | 6/26/2009 |
Q: I collect pocket watches namely Elgin and I usually tend to buy ones that arent running, I ...
A: Steve, Although many people believe the idea of overwinding a watch, it is actually a myth. All ...
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| Illinois watch company | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have an Illinois pocket watch and I was wondering if you could offer any information. The movement ...
A: Steven, Get a book by Cooksey Shugart, the complete price guide to watches. It is the bible and ...
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| Quartz Miyota 6M12 Movement | 6/23/2009 |
Q: Can you help me? I want to work on the dial of this watch and I can not find out how to release the ...
A: Ken, You need to take the hands off the watch. Now, pull out the crown to the setting position. ...
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| Illinois watch company | 6/23/2009 |
Q: I have an Illinois pocket watch and I was wondering if you could offer any information. The movement ...
A: Steven, The watch was made in 1907. That is the same year my grandmother was born. Illinois ...
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| meaning of "running order" | 6/22/2009 |
Q: i just received an old elgin sidewinder which was described as being in "running order". it wound ...
A: Marc, I feel for you. I HATE when people outright LIE about the condition of items. Of course we ...
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| Quartz Miyota 6M12 Movement | 6/20/2009 |
Q: Can you help me? I want to work on the dial of this watch and I can not find out how to release the ...
A: Ken, There should be an arrow pointing to a hole in the back of the movement. Pull out the stem ...
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| I kill watches | 6/19/2009 |
Q: Melvin, I have seen your answers to the questions regarding magnetism and watches; thank you. I have ...
A: Mark, There are many ways that we can have exposure to magnetic fields: One gentleman works on his ...
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| Pocket watch question | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I am new to pocket watch collecting and Im thinking I want to take up the hobby since I own a large ...
A: Robyn, Welcome to the world of pocket watch collecting. It is wonderful. First, I would strongly ...
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| waltham pocket watch age | 6/15/2009 |
Q: I have acquired a waltham pocket watch that is open faced in a gold case with a small diamond ...
A: Donnie, Any time you see guaranteed and a number of years, you know that the case is gold filled. ...
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| My great-grandmothers pocket watch | 6/13/2009 |
Q: Me and my mother were recently going through some of her old jewelry and came across my ...
A: Renay, What a wonderful present, to get your mother's watch in running condition for her birthday. ...
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| elgin watch | 6/11/2009 |
Q: I just came across my grandfathers Elgin watch and would like some information on it? the case is ...
A: Stan, I really enjoy Elgin watches. I have a small collection of them and I carry one made in 1926 ...
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| Undated men's pocketwatch | 6/7/2009 |
Q: I have a pocket watch; it is like a traditional shell, with the red gold coloring/bronze and ...
A: Eliecer, This is called a private label watch. A manufacturer will make a watch and put the name ...
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| Age of watch | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I purchased a non working watch at a jewelers that was overwand.($80.00) What was interesting was it ...
A: Jackie, I love those old watches. If they could talk, what a story they could tell. Since the ...
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| Waltham Pocket Watch | 6/1/2009 |
Q: From what I have been able to glean, I have a 1924, open face, 17jewel (Waltham works,) serial ...
A: Dan, That is really a personal question. I personally love antique pocket watches and would ...
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| Balance Spring | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I'm new to the watch repair field, and I need help urgent! making a cleaning in a watch I just ruin ...
A: Julio, Everyone has gone through this at least once so don't make a big deal out of it. It is part ...
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| Helbros watch battery | 5/20/2009 |
Q: My wife was going to get a battery for my dress watch, Helbros Y481F -90-4, but she like to take the ...
A: Bryan, No, no harm will come to the watch because all of them have the same voltage. The worst ...
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| re siko | 5/19/2009 |
Q: I have a sieko watch dated 3/78 it is stainless steel with gold trim around square face analogue ...
A: Shane, "wife of same era" Haha I got a good laugh. thank you. There is a long number on the back ...
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| Rockford watch | 5/14/2009 |
Q: My grandmother recently passed away and left a couple of watches. This one says "Rockford" on the ...
A: Ms. Jennifer, The Rockford Watch Company, located 93 miles from Chicago on the Rock River, began ...
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| Continental pocket watch | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have a Continental Quartz pocket watch that someone gave me about 10 yrs. ago. It doesn't work ...
A: Ms. Sally, Some watches were made so they would not open. When they died, that was the end. A ...
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| Value of watch | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have a gold pocket watch that I inherited from my grandfather when he died in 1947. In tiny ...
A: Loron, Illinois Watch Co. is one of the most highly regarded watch companies to come from the U.S. ...
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| Phinney Walker vintage Mickey Mouse watch | 5/8/2009 |
Q: I just refound a watch in my attic that was thrown in with my childhood coin collection. I ...
A: Howard, I still have the Mickey Mouse pocketwatch that my parents bought me when I was just a young ...
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| Date function - Swatch Irony Scuba 200 Chrono | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Swatch Irony Scuba 200 Chronograph (year 2007 model) and just noticed last night the date ...
A: Jonathan, This is not normal. If you know how to fix it, it is not hard. You take the movement ...
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| Sangamor Special repair | 5/1/2009 |
Q: I just picked up the works and case for a Sangamor Special 23 jewel pocket watch with what I believe ...
A: David, If this watch is in a hunter's case, it is not a RR watch. It can still be a great watch ...
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| ELGIN Sportsman World Time | 4/27/2009 |
Q: How do I reset an Elgin Sportsman World time watch after changing the battery? The digital time ...
A: Bob, Don't be sorry. I appreciate the long, detailed response. I am sorry to hear about your ...
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| setting fast/slow on awatch | 4/27/2009 |
Q: melvin, can you tell me how to set fast& slow on a arnex railroad pocket watch, can,t get the spot, ...
A: Nice to hear from you. I am glad you are still at it. As for the question. This is one of the ...
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| ELGIN Sportsman World Time | 4/25/2009 |
Q: How do I reset an Elgin Sportsman World time watch after changing the battery? The digital time ...
A: Bob, you live in Kazakhstan? With the name Bob, I am assuming you are not a native of Kazakhstan. ...
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| Hamilton gold pocket watch | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I have inherited a Hamilton gold pocket watch made by Star Watch Case company, looks to be a train ...
A: Ms. Rhonda, Yes, you do wind it. Try that first. It might run. There is no authorized dealers ...
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| Seiko Bellomatic watch | 4/8/2009 |
Q: I have a Seiko Bellomatic that has a broken self-winding mechanism. I can hear it heavily clank ...
A: John, If we assume that the rotor is the only thing broken, it won't take much, as long as they can ...
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| Pocket Watch witn Inscriptions | 4/7/2009 |
Q: One is an Elgin 21 jewel with a power indicator and second hand. Normal stamped manufacture ...
A: Adrienne, This was a common practice by watchmakers. Everytime someone serviced a watch, he would ...
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| Ladies Elgin pocket watch | 4/3/2009 |
Q: Question I have an ELGIN NATL WATCH CO USA POCKET WATCH - 11723864. The case is STAR WATCH CASE CO ...
A: Ms. Donna, Case companies did not keep records of manufacture like the watch (movement) companies. ...
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| Gents 9ct Bentima wristwatch | 3/28/2009 |
Q: I've just been given a nice 9ct gents Bentima wristwatch. It has *star* underneath Bentima and a ...
A: John, Of course it does have some value for the gold content. Is it worth repairing? That is a ...
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| The Autocrat | 3/25/2009 |
Q: I inherited an old pocket watch from my dad. It's an Illinois Autocrat model with 17 jewels, serial ...
A: Kelly, It was made in 1922. Look for watchmakers. If you can't find any, ask for a referral ...
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| watch battery | 3/22/2009 |
Q: I have fitted a new battery in my garrard wrist watch and it runs for about two or three hours and ...
A: Michael, If the second hand is trying to move, it means that something is getting in the way of it. ...
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| Elgin Nat'l Watch - Keywind | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I have an old Elgin Keywind watch that won't run. I think that it has been wound too tightly. Any ...
A: Kay, Any watch can be fixed, for the right amount of money. That is not intended as a joke or a ...
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| Wadsworth Pilot 25 Year SOLID GOLD | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I have a Wadsworth Pilot pocket watch case (only). It states made of 2 plates of SOLID GOLD ...
A: Ms. Valerie, As you have stated, there are many pieces of jewelery that are not marked or ...
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| vintage watches | 3/13/2009 |
Q: I have 2 vintage watches. the first one is a helbros womens watch, square two toned face, probably ...
A: Ms. Karen, You are the only one who should make the determination as to whether the watch is worth ...
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| 1917 ILLINOIS STEWART POCKET WATCH | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I NEED A PALLET FORK FOR MY WATCH, DO YOU KNOW WHERE I CAN FIND ONE? IT IS A 1917 ILLINOIS/STEWART ...
A: Richard, Contact Bill at Primrose supply. You will need to serial number on the movement, not the ...
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| Point to which stop fixing a chronograph | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I own a 15 year old Seiko Chronograph battery operated wrist watch. It looks like new. I have had it ...
A: Jim, The parts might wear out. It depends on the watch. You can ask your watchmaker if he thinks ...
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| Wadsworth Pocket Watch | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I have an old pocket watch that I'm trying to get more information on. It is a Paul Vallette ...
A: John, This is a Swiss watch. TAG Heuer introduced the Paul Vallette brand in the 1920s. ...
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| Springfield pocket watch | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I have inherited a pocket watch about which I knew nothing. All I have is the information on the ...
A: Stephen, This is very interesting for me. I love watches with family history. Based on the watch ...
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| illinois pocket watch | 3/5/2009 |
Q: I having trouble finding info on my grandfather's watch. It's an Illinois Autocrat, movement # ...
A: Paul, Honestly, I would have told you to look on the internet to see what they were selling for. ...
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| Illinois pocket watch | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I saw your answer to someone about and Illinois pocket watch. I am interested in one my grandfather ...
A: Aaron, It was made in 1901 baased on the serial number. Based on the info provided, I cannot tell ...
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| am watch co | 3/2/2009 |
Q: I HAVE AN OLD POCKET WATCH THAT I WAS TOLD WAS MY GREAT GRANDFATHERS.STAMPED IN THE CASE IS AN (AW ...
A: William, It is manufactured by the Waltham Watch Co. The model is Wm. Ellery The case numbers may ...
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| hamilton pocket watch | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I have a hamilton pocket-circa 1904=grade 992-only 500 made-21 jewels....according to serial #, it ...
A: Ed, The serial number is what you want to go with for dating the watch. Is the engraving on the ...
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| WATCH MAKING/REPAIR | 2/26/2009 |
Q: my name is Michael, I live in Mobile, Alabama. I am interested in watches and wanted to take the ...
A: Michael, It is a wonderful field and industry. There are plenty of opportunities. I don't know ...
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| 4 inherited pocket watches | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I just inherited 4 pocket watches from my father's estate, he was born in 1918. One says Illinois ...
A: Ms. Carol, For the elgin watch history, go to this site: http://elginwatches.org/ Whether to ...
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| watches | 2/9/2009 |
Q: What watch part would enable the minute hand on the watch to jump in 1 minute increments rather than ...
A: Morris, This is a feature on the Eco Drive that goes in effect when the power reserve is low. You ...
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| Rockford Watch/Wadsworth case | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I have a Rockford watch (SN 61054) According to what I've been able to find out about the watch it's ...
A: Todd, This is gold filled. Any time there is a number of years indicated on the case, it is gold ...
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| Lady Elgin 23J / 14k White Gold? Ladies Wrist Watch | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I came accross your site whilst trying to find some more infomration about a watch that i have in my ...
A: It may be from the Elgin watch company. They went out of business n 1964 after 100 years of ...
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| Elgin Pocket Watch/Star Watch Case Co. | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I have an ELGIN NATL WATCH CO USA POCKET WATCH the case is made from STAR WATCH CASE CO. <SCEPTER>. ...
A: Ms. Julie, If you can give me the number on the back of the movement, I can tell you the year that ...
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| Ladies Bulova watches | 1/30/2009 |
Q: Recently came by some family, ladies, Bulova watches. Both are antique and in great shape, however ...
A: Bob, It should have been identifying marking, such as "14k". If you cannot find a marking, take ...
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| illonois pocket watch date | 1/18/2009 |
Q: I have an older illinois pocket watch and don't know much about it, serial number 4149426 and I ...
A: Ross, your watch was made in approximately 1923. The Illinois watch company is very well regarded. ...
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| change elgin battery | 1/17/2009 |
Q: Have Elgin Sportsman chronograph watch. Looks to be screw off back but doesn't budge. Is this a pop ...
A: Daniel, if you have used sufficient force and the back will not budge, then it is most likely a pop ...
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| tavannes pocket watch | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have a small, gold filled, PW with the name, Tavannes watch co, it has a second hand, is this a ...
A: David, The Tavannes Watch Co (started by Henri Sandoz in 1891) trademarked the Admiral name in 1896 ...
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| year of watch, name? | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I was given this watch by my Grand father about 40 years ago and has been in my drawer ever since, ...
A: Tim, what additional information would you like to get? I would only suggest an appraiser if you ...
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| need watch battery | 1/16/2009 |
Q: Have a Gruen. On face "3ATM-100FT WATER RESISTANT ...
A: Ms. Dottie, You will need to open up the watch and see what size battery it currently has. If it ...
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| year of watch, name? | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I was given this watch by my Grand father about 40 years ago and has been in my drawer ever since, ...
A: Tim, This watch was made in approximately 1879. First, if this watch is solid gold, it has value ...
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| antique watch makers kit | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I inherited a antique watch makers kit from my father, and it has documented proof dating back to ...
A: Scott, There is quite a market for antique watchmakers tools and parts. I hesitate to give you a ...
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| Glycine watch in Wadsworth Referee case | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I came across a very old watch and can't seem to find any info on it. It looks like a pocket watch ...
A: Jodi, after World War I, it was very common to see watches that were converted from pocket watches ...
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| over wound Waltham pocket watch | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I sincerely appreciate you offering your wisdom regarding American pocket watches. I have a Waltham ...
A: Luke, congratulations. This is one of the reasons why watches are considered so valuable: the ...
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| Benedict Bros pocket watch | 1/8/2009 |
Q: Watch has Benedict Brothers, New York, on the face. On the movement, AWW Co, Waltham. S/N appears ...
A: Jim, Benedict brothers was the name of a jeweler. The watch movement comes from the Waltham watch ...
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| Old american timepiece | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I had one more question, i gather you didn´t see it. I am a little confused over the meaning of ...
A: Michael, By the 1880s (in the USA anyway) "quick train" meant a watch with 18,000 beats per hour, ...
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| Watchmaker/Clockmaker career | 12/19/2008 |
Q: I was hoping you could offer me some information. I would like to become a clockmaker/watchmaker. I ...
A: John, I would like to start by saying that I most certainly am biased and you probably do know ...
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| Elgin Pocket Watch Case | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I have an Elgin lady's pocket watch... Serial # 2981402 I am presuming the case came from the ...
A: Kelly, unfortunately, there is no such reference guide for watch cases. If it were solid gold, it ...
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| Tissot PR50 | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I am unable to open the back of this watch because I do not see any place on the clasp where i can ...
A: Eric, There are two ways to enter the back of a watch. First off, are you sure that one enters ...
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| Sangamo | 12/11/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased an Illinois sangamo 21j pocket watch whose serial number dates it at 1901. The ...
A: Josh, No, the mainspring would not cause the watch to run fast. No one will replace the ...
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| Admiral pocket watch | 12/8/2008 |
Q: Mills, I appreciate any information you can provide concerning my sterling silver Admiral pocket ...
A: Ron, The Tavannes Watch Co (started by Henri Sandoz in 1891) trademarked the Admiral name in 1896 ...
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| Elgin pocket watch | 12/6/2008 |
Q: I have an old Elgin pocket watch I'd like to get your opinion on. I can't attach multiple pics to ...
A: Ed, That is a nice looking watch. all the information that you want can be found by opening up the ...
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| Case on 1884 Columbus Watch Co. Pocket Watch | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I love watches and my mom recently gave me my great grandfather's pocket watch and chain. It is ...
A: John, Wow, what a wonderful family heirloom. You can hold the same watch your great grandfather ...
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| Arnex pocket watch parts . | 12/3/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find a glass face for a pre 1960s Arnex pocket watch . Do you know of anywhere I ...
A: Mike, I would try Bill, at Primrose Supply. No guarantees that he will have it but if it is out ...
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| Sangamo | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased an Illinois sangamo 21j pocket watch whose serial number dates it at 1901. The ...
A: Josh, Your watch is a high grade watch and, with a proper servicing, will still keep accurate time ...
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| 1915 Bunn Special Illinois Pocket Watch 21 Jewels | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I just inhereted my great grandfather's Illinois pocket watch and was wondering how to set the time. ...
A: Ryan, That is a very nice watch. Congratulations. I would like to suggest that you write down ...
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| Dead Hamilton Quartz | 11/27/2008 |
Q: Mr. Mills, My Hamilton Quartz Dive watch (rated 20atm)according to the folks at Swatch is officially ...
A: Frederick, If you cannot remove the crown and stem, you won't be able to put a movement into that ...
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| Illinois Bunn and Sangamo | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased an Illinois sangamo 21j pocket watch whose serial number dates it at 1901. The ...
A: Josh, For starters, no, a hairline crack in the dial will not affect the performance of a watch. ...
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| American Waltham Pocket Watch | 11/21/2008 |
Q: This is American Waltham pocket watch, appears silver, in back has engraved Clark & Giddins Ster. ...
A: Jay, Clark & Giddins is a jewelry store that had Waltham Watch Co. put the store's name on the ...
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| Quartz Hamilton watch | 11/21/2008 |
Q: How are quartz watches powered? If they need a battery, how does one get the back off? This back has ...
A: Ms. Beverly, Quartz watches are powered by batteries. You need to slip something very thin, like a ...
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| Illinois pocket watch | 11/21/2008 |
Q: Mr. Mills, I have inherited my great-grandfather's pocket watch. It is an open-faced Illinois; the ...
A: Bill, The watch was made in 1918. To get the current market value, look up the recent sales of ...
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| hairpin spring | 11/20/2008 |
Q: melvin, here is a pic. of the hairpin spring, it is by the numbers 123,i thought it went in the slot ...
A: Chuck, Each watch company likes to do their own thing so you won't find it in the same place from ...
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| watch repair | 11/14/2008 |
Q: In taking apart a watch, how do you remove the stem from the casing? I want to swap out the insides ...
A: Loren, look on the back of the movement. There should be an arrow pointing to a hole. Inside that ...
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| Elgin Watch COmpany | 11/14/2008 |
Q: I have an Elgin pocketwatch that was my great-grandfather's. On the movement, it is labeled Elgin ...
A: Steve, Yes, the serial number on the movement is what is used to date the watch. Star Watch Case ...
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| 1929 Bulova wristwatch | 11/13/2008 |
Q: the hour and minute hands are out of alignment...when the minute hand reaches the hour, the hour ...
A: Take the movement out and rotate the hands by turning the crown. You will see if they are rubbing. ...
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| hamilton 992 RR | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I have a Hamilton 992 5 position 21 DJ. R.R. serial no. 8822503. runs good, and I would like to know ...
A: Carl, It could be the original case. Any case can be restored, if you're willing to pay enough. ...
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| 1929 Bulova wristwatch | 11/13/2008 |
Q: the hour and minute hands are out of alignment...when the minute hand reaches the hour, the hour ...
A: Stuart, First, take off the minute hand and put it on the 12 while the hour hand is on any hour ...
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| Antique - Pocket Watch | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I have a pocket watch - case looks like silver but could be white gold - stamped inside case of ...
A: BREWSTER & CO is probably a jeweler. They had their name put on the watch by the manufacturer. ...
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| watch repair | 11/11/2008 |
Q: In taking apart a watch, how do you remove the stem from the casing? I want to swap out the insides ...
A: Loren can you show me a picture of the watch? If not, Is it a wristwatch or a pocket watch? If ...
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| Vintage Gold Wadsworth Watch | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I just picked this watch up at a yardsale. It is 14Karat Gold, so I know it has value. Can you help ...
A: Marian, There are two parts to the value: the value for the gold and the value for the antique ...
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| Waltham Pocket watch information | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find information on a American Waltham Watch Co. pocket watch. It is a sidewinder. ...
A: Adelaide, Based on the serial number, this watch was made in 1907. Waltham Pocket Watches were ...
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| pocket watch | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired a pocket watch that belonged to my great grandfather (at least). This piece is ...
A: Ms. Leanna, The watch was made by the Waltham Watch Company. They were one of the most prominent ...
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| Wristwatch | 10/30/2008 |
Q: I have been wondering for quite some time now how the dates work in quartz wristwatches. It appears ...
A: Colton, The day and date are wheels. As the hands go around, they move the day and date wheels as ...
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| Helbros Alarm - Hands Position | 10/29/2008 |
Q: I have a Helbros Alarm mechanical watch which I have just repaired. I am only a 'hobby' repair ...
A: Ken, the correct procedure depends on the model. What works for all models is to use the pointer ...
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| Lady Elgin 23 Jewel 14K Watch | 10/27/2008 |
Q: This watch was handed down from the family in working condition. Its a 23J 14K Lady Elgin. Inside ...
A: Larry, 23 jewels is a high grade movement. If properly maintained, it will keep accurate time, ...
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| Helbros Watch | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a watch that was given to me by my grandfather, I am unsure if it is worth fixing or sell for ...
A: Tyron, Helbros was a middle-of-the-road manufacturer of watches. They made decent watches but not ...
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| Waltham pocket watch 17 jewel | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I have a pocket watch marked Waltham on the face. It is a seventeen jewel watch and marked "Swiss", ...
A: Ms. Susan, After Waltham went bust several overseas operators got control of the name. To my ...
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| Research 19th century | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Melvin, for historical research I'm doing, I need to talk to someone about the kinds of men's pocket ...
A: At that time 1840 there were no mass producers of watches so watches were hand made and very ...
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| Caravelle pocket watch repair | 10/19/2008 |
Q: My husband has a Caravelle pocket watch his dad acquired in the '70s. The stem/winder thingy fell ...
A: Ms. Debbie, The short answer is that almost any watch can be repaired, for a price. What it will ...
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| Wrist Watch Question | 10/19/2008 |
Q: If you pull the pin on a watch to save battery life, will it damage the time piece?
A: Ms. Crystal, It can. There is lubricant in the movement that will start to coagulate after time. ...
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| Arnex pocket watch | 10/13/2008 |
Q: My son found a beautiful old gold arnex pocket watch, 17 jewel, incabolic, swiss made, in a vacated ...
A: Ms. Shirley, Yes, there is such a thing as a ladies pocket watch. To open it, you will need a ...
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| vibrograph | 10/13/2008 |
Q: i reacently bought a big old wooden cuboard and found a wooden box in there i had no idea of what it ...
A: Ms. Vicky, It is used to time a watch. When a watchmaker is done cleaning a watch, he needs that ...
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| pocket watch | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I have my grandfathers Walthom pocketwatch....the ser. #20888460, it is silver in color with roman ...
A: Greg, Based on the serial number, the watch was made in 1908, making it 100 years old! To get an ...
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| Ingraham pocket watch | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I'm trying to date a watch I have. It is an Ingraham with Dale underneath the Ingraham. It was ...
A: Michelle, Ingraham was around from 1912 to 1968. My grandfather worked in the rubber plant in ...
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| rolex replica | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I have a replica Rolex with Japanese movement that needs repaired. the watch just quit working. ...
A: Doug, to just quit working cold is very rare. If it is a mechanical watch, something may have ...
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| Hampden pocket watch "railman" | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I was at a state auction last summer and bought a number of items in boxes,when we got home there ...
A: Tom, Hampden Watch Company John Dueber started manufacturing watch cases in 1864 and bought a ...
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| Hamilton 792 | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a new old stock Hamilton 792 that I have put a new battery in, but have not yet figured out ...
A: David, There are not many things that can go wrong with a watch. It is either mechanical or ...
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| 10k rolled gold 17 jewel bulova pocket watch | 9/24/2008 |
Q: Mr. Mills can you tell me some background on this watch and some kind of idea of its value. circa ...
A: Derek, Bulova made decent products. A 17 jewel movement still keeps good time, even by today's ...
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| mechanical watch repair | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I agree with you, Carle's book is hard to read and doesn't describe details of repair keeping in ...
A: Jason, Carle's book is hard to read and it does have a lot of valuable information. I would keep ...
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| all the markings on the inside case of a watch | 9/22/2008 |
Q: My husbands father passed a couple of yrs ago and my husband just started to go through some of his ...
A: Ms. Michelle, The 20 year refers to the years that the gold was guaranteed to last on the case ...
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| Maurice Lacroix Self-Winding Automatic Movement Watch | 9/22/2008 |
Q: I have a Maurice Lacroix Model #: MP6318SS00132E watch and it does not run.....Is it possible that I ...
A: Joe, It is impossible to over wind an automatic watch. Can you take it to an authorized dealer ...
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| E. Howard watch question | 9/18/2008 |
Q: While going through some of my fathers items after he passed away, I found an E.Howard 17J ...
A: Eric, Can you tell me some of the towns/cities that are near you? I will try to find someone in my ...
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| 1919 Elgin pocket watch with Wadsworth 14 karat case | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I was given a pocket watch from an old lady and her husband that I did some work in her home and ...
A: Chris, That is an interesting story. When you get a chance, make sure you write down the story and ...
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| Waltham Pocket Watch with Provenance | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I have a Vintage 1950 Waltham Full-Hunter Pocket Watch comes with provenance - with its original ...
A: Will, I knew you could do it. There is nothing to it and after the first time, you are now an ...
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| Silver Waltham Pocket Watch | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I inherited this Waltham from my grandfather but am unable to view the back of it once the bezel is ...
A: Bruce, It sounds like a swing out case. That is what they are called. It look around the bezel ...
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| Waltham Pocket Watch with Provenance | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I have a Vintage 1950 Waltham Full-Hunter Pocket Watch comes with provenance - with its original ...
A: Will, To send a picture, email it to millswatchrepair@gmail.com Next, if you want to get it open ...
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| Dad's Watch | 9/12/2008 |
Q: Mr. Mills. AS a watch expert, wondering if you can point me in the right direction. I understand ...
A: Marlene, I have several suggestions. First, if you're trying to determine value for insurance ...
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| Waltham Pocket Watch with Provenance | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I have a Vintage 1950 Waltham Full-Hunter Pocket Watch comes with provenance - with its original ...
A: Will, As you have alluded to, there is not much I can tell you about the movement without actually ...
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| Molnija Pocket Watch | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I bought a pocket watch in Russia for my son and it immediately stopped working. Do you know where ...
A: Karyn, If this is a mechanical watch, most likely any watchmaker will be able to fix it. If it is a ...
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| magnetized watch | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I saw your suggestion for a watch (older mechanical) which was gaining time (mine just started 10 ...
A: Ms. Melinda, Don't be worried. You have not killed it. The magnet used was too strong and you ...
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| how to adjust time. | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 15 jewel illinois pocket watch. The back of the watch opens to the watch works through ...
A: Andrew, when you say just the time, I assume you mean how to set the time to the correct time of ...
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| A. Wagner Pocket Watch | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I have been searching the web for information about my grandfathers pocket watch, but I find ...
A: Ron, Wagner & Bros. Standard is most likely a jeweler, but it is not the manufacturer, of the ...
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| slow watch | 8/11/2008 |
Q: friend noticed her watch ran slow after putting a magnetic bracelet on. I believe it is a quartz ...
A: Doug, Yes, the magnet is the problem. If the magnet is stong enough, you can hold it against the ...
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| Ellesse watch | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have a Ellesse watch 200m #1196115. It is missing the winder on the side. Is it worth it to have ...
A: Kerry, Is it worth it is a very personal question. I have had watches come in that I personally ...
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| ladies pocket watch old | 8/8/2008 |
Q: have you ever saw a pocket watch that has a band to wear as a wrist watch and is also a pocket ...
A: Ms. Nancy, Yes, this is what happened when watches were in the process of changing over from pocket ...
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| Bulova Watch | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have a Bulova watch and it was working fine until recently I noticed that the long, skinny hand is ...
A: Francisco, It could be as simple as it needs a new battery. That is the first thing to check. If ...
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| Ingraham pocket watch | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have an Ingraham "Dixie" pocket watch (model 53 on inside of back) that appears to be from the ...
A: Ms. Cindy, Unless you used a VERY powerful magnet, then you did not do anything to harm it. A ...
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| Ingraham pocket watch | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have an Ingraham "Dixie" pocket watch (model 53 on inside of back) that appears to be from the ...
A: On the regulator, you should see a "-" and a "+". You move toward the + to speed up and the - to ...
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| ILLINOIS CENTRAL POCKET WATCH | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I HAVE A POCKET WATCH FROM THE SPRINGFIELD WATCH CO # 4027916 AND MARKED ON THE FACE ILLINOIS ...
A: Lise, If you could show me a picture, I might have a better idea if it is a railroad grade or not. ...
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| Ingraham pocket watch | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have an Ingraham "Dixie" pocket watch (model 53 on inside of back) that appears to be from the ...
A: Ms. Cindy, Yes, that is a regulator that is used to speed up or slow down the watch. The downsid ...
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| Illinois watch case co. w/ fortis movement | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I'm having a hard time finding out any specific's about this half hunter gold plated watch #4848616. ...
A: John, What happens when you wind it? Does it ever stop winding? If not, you need a new ...
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| Material for learning watch repairing | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have recently started taking interest in watch repair. I have the book The Practical Watch ...
A: Jason, This is just my opinion and I would suggest starting with mechanical watches. Quartz ...
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| maker | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I have a watch with no case.The face has O.L.R.&T co. on it and the inside says O.L. Rosenkrans and ...
A: Ms. Carol, This is called a private label watch. A jeweler has the manufacturer put the jeweler's ...
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| Helbros Regency Watch | 7/31/2008 |
Q: Regency by Helbros Ladies Quartz watch-yellow-RO1441-X1448 I am curious about this watch. Have ...
A: Ms. Laura, It definitely has a battery if it is quartz. If you plan on keeping it in working ...
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| Silver Waltham Pocket Watch | 7/29/2008 |
Q: I inherited this Waltham from my grandfather but am unable to view the back of it once the bezel is ...
A: Bruce, The back should screw off, like the lid on a jar. Look for the slit where the watch back ...
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| Scratches | 7/28/2008 |
Q: How do you remove scratches from face of watch or sun glasses?
A: Ms. Carolyn, With watches, it will depend on whether it is made of glass or plastic, of course. ...
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| Have You Ever Heard Of....... | 7/26/2008 |
Q: A person wearing a wrist watch and it not keeping time on them. Once removed it keeps time ...
A: Ms. Susan, Yes I have! It is generally caused by magnetism. In some VERY RARE cases, people ...
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| Arnex gold pocket watch | 7/25/2008 |
Q: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GOLD SWIRLY RAISED ...
A: Ms. Candi, I don't keep up with Swiss companies but I can tell you a little about it. 17 jewels is ...
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| qestion | 7/24/2008 |
Q: Sir, can you tell me about watch Chonographe Suisse Norina ancre 17 rubin , antimagnetic becouse ...
A: By the name, I am sure you can tell that it is Swiss. The watch has 17 jewels, which cuts down on ...
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| old pocket watch | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I found an old pocket watch that has a watch band bracelet so it was used as a wristwatch. The open ...
A: Ms. Diana, Unfortunately, there is not much I can add. Wadsworth was a case maker. People would ...
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| repair of watch | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I have a Leon Piradet 21 jewel watch, it doesn`t wind any more, is it worth fixing. Received it from ...
A: Tandy, The question of "worth fixing" falls squarely in the hands of the owner. I will regularly ...
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| Southern Special | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I have been trying to find some History On it. It has a Locomotive on the back of it. The front does ...
A: Celeste, There was a private label Illinois made watch with that name. I've seen "Southern ...
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| Rolex watch relectors | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I have friends who owns a Rolex submariner and an omega seamaster, respectively. I noticed that the ...
A: David, There are several factors that can make the difference. First I will say that Omega has a ...
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| Illinois Pocket Watch | 7/16/2008 |
Q: We bought an old Illinois pocket watch at a yard sale. It's yellow gold in color and the back has a ...
A: Ms. Nancy, the cover screws off, like a jar. take the watch in one hand and turn the back off ...
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| mens wrist watch | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have a square Waltham wrist watch. Movement says : Waltham, U.S.A. 750-B 17 Jewels. Inside ...
A: Charles, Just about any American made watch has antique value. Look on eBay for watches that are ...
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| Antique Zenith Watch | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I recently came into possession of my grandfather's old watch when he passed away recently. He lived ...
A: Alex, Just from looks, I would say you are correct with regards to the time: 1930. ...
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| Jacques Cousteau Expeditions watch | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I recently read a posting on a website ...
A: Ms. Linda, I did not see the photo. If possible, please send it. It might help me find out more ...
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| C.W.C. Pocket watch | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I have a gold pocket that was my Grand Father's, he worked for the railroads in the late 1800's. On ...
A: Philip, Auguste Agassiz started making high quality watches in 1832 in Switzerland. The company ...
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| ingraham pocket watch | 6/24/2008 |
Q: i found this metal detecting in virginia...front is gone, but back cover was there...the number 4 31 ...
A: Ms. Debra, The E. Ingraham Watch Company is from Bristol, CT. It was in business from 1912-1968. ...
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| Wristwatch | 6/24/2008 |
Q: How do I know if a wrist watch is worth any value? I have a Waltham watch that says it is a limited ...
A: John, condition counts for much of the value. If it is a true Waltham, and it is in excellent ...
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| Wadsworth watch case | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I have two Elgin watches, both 12s with cases that are octagonal with designs on them. One case is a ...
A: Frederick, Unfortunately, there is not much I can tell you about these specific cases. Long ago, ...
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| gruen antique watch | 6/17/2008 |
Q: I got a watch from a yardsale that looks to be an antique ladies watch. It says beverly on the face ...
A: Gruen watch co. was founded in 1874 in Columbus, OH. It lasted until 1953. Dating a watch would ...
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| Waltham (AWWCo) Sidewinder pocker watch | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I was given a Waltham (AWWCo) 1894 Sidewinder pocket watch for Father’s Day. Please tell me how to ...
A: Wow, You must be a great dad to warrant such a wonderful gift. Congratulations. There are two ...
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| gold pocket watch | 6/14/2008 |
Q: inside back case says chas.olson.&co 1449829 to minnie dec 25 1904 the front case inside says ...
A: Ms. Helen, Sounds like this watch is what is called a private label watch. That means a ...
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| hands spin when wound | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have an beautiful old rose gold watch that when wound the hands just spin around until the wind is ...
A: The best supplier I know of is Primrose Supply in Utah. Primrose Supplies Inc. 2529 S. State St. - ...
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| pink-gold antique pocket watch- dated before 1953 | 6/6/2008 |
Q: my father has a pocket watch that was passed down to him by his father. His father passed away in ...
A: Ms. Janice, The watch is dated around 1920. "Complete price Guide to Watches" is an excellent ...
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| hands spin when wound | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I have an beautiful old rose gold watch that when wound the hands just spin around until the wind is ...
A: Ms. Joan, It sounds like the pallet fork has been removed from the movement. A pallet fork allows ...
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| mechanical watches | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I have some old mechanical watches that appear to be "wound too far" Do I understand this to be a ...
A: Excellent!! Congratulations and enjoy your watch. If you ever plan on passing it down to someone, ...
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| mechanical watches | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I have some old mechanical watches that appear to be "wound too far" Do I understand this to be a ...
A: Running fast MIGHT have a quick fix. Many times a watch runs fast because it has become magnetized. ...
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| mechanical watches | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have some old mechanical watches that appear to be "wound too far" Do I understand this to be a ...
A: Marilyn, you are correct that over wound is a myth. As one winds a watch, it will stop winding ...
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| Illinois watch repair | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have my Grandfathers watch, Illinois watch co Elgin USA with seriel no 5934334, the small winding ...
A: Gerry, The number on the case won't tell us anything because watches used to be made by the ...
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| TImex Ironman watch | 5/23/2008 |
Q: I have a Timex watch that gains time.Is there any way I can adjust it? It gains about 45 seconds in ...
A: Michael, Quartz watches don't have any way to regulate time. In this case, you will need to send ...
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| pocket watch | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have a pocket watch and know absolutely nothing about it. The outside case is gold. The clock ...
A: Jose Manuel, This is what is called a private label. That is when a jeweler or company buys a ...
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| Illinois watch repair | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have my Grandfathers watch, Illinois watch co Elgin USA with seriel no 5934334, the small winding ...
A: Gerry, Is that the serial number on the watch movement or the case? It will make a difference. ...
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| Pocketwatch runs fast | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a Seth Thomas pocketwatch that runs too fast, it is from about 1978. Anything I can do? I'm ...
A: Tim, It might have been exposed to a strong magnetic field. Try this: Hold the watch in one hand ...
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| replica watch | 5/13/2008 |
Q: Melvin. Try to be short. I’m in the market for a replica wrist watches. There are people who want a ...
A: Allen, The people who counterfeit anything are criminals. Your question is which criminal you ...
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| Pocket watch yellowing of crystal | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I have an Elgin, 1913 pocket watch size 16S 17J in a gold filled case. It's working and I've had it ...
A: Jason, The degradation of the plastic emits corrosive gases that cause rust on Hands, and possibly ...
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| hunting case | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I have a small pocket watch 14K Dial says Blair and Crawford Philadelphia The movement also has ...
A: Barry, This is what they call a private label watch. That means that the company name is put on a ...
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| Swiss army watch | 5/3/2008 |
Q: my swiss army watch is not working and the battery is good. I've taken it to two jewlers who say I ...
A: Dennis, I provide service for Swiss Army watches. ...
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| Illinois Springfield Watch Co. pocket watch | 4/30/2008 |
Q: My Dad has this pocket watch, #3369371.Do you know the purchase date (1919 maybe)? He needs to sell ...
A: Ms. Brenda, The watch was made in 1918. The big challenge that you face is that the watch is not ...
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| parts catalog for caravelle pocket watch | 4/25/2008 |
Q: melvin can you tell me where i could get a prats catalog for this watch, i need a pallet fork with ...
A: Chuck, Caravelle is made by Bulova. Contact the company and ask. You were correct to go to ...
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| Pocket Watch | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I have inherited my Great-great-grandfather's pocket watch and know absolutely nothing about it, ...
A: Ms. Rebecca, Based on the serial number, your watch was manufactured around 1887-1888. Here is the ...
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| pocket watch | 4/22/2008 |
Q: My husband has a pocket watch, sorry dont have a picture to send but the numbers on the inside ar ...
A: Ms. Lynette, Yes, using the serial number is how one determines the age. In your case, the age is ...
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| swatch watch | 4/18/2008 |
Q: i require a valuation on a swatch watch i have had for at least 20 years now, it is very thin grey ...
A: Ms. Angela, I cannot give you an appraisal or even a likely value without physically inspecting the ...
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| arnex pocket watch | 4/16/2008 |
Q: melvin,sorry guess i had my head somewhere else. what i need to know is how do i seperate the ...
A: Chuck, Do you have a loupe? If not, get one. It is a necessity. Now, make absolutely sure that ...
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| wrist watch Excel Seapearl 600 battery | 4/12/2008 |
Q: allegedly movement is ETA. i bought it new in 1999. where best have it looked at/fixed? stem and ...
A: Stanley, Any watchmaker could look at it for you. ETA is a very common movement and unless your ...
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| TIFFANY TIME REPEATER | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I HAVE AN 18K GOLD TIFFANY TIME REPEATER WITH GOLD AND PLATINUM CHAIN. IT COULD BE CIRCA 1910-1920? ...
A: Dan, Without an inspection, no one can tell you with absolute certainty who made the watch. It ...
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| MOON DIAL ON CHANTEL POCKET WATCH | 4/2/2008 |
Q: MELVIN, I HAVE THIS QUESTION ABOUT HOW CAN YOU SET THE MOON DIAL,ON THIS WATCH? THANKS FOR ANY HELP ...
A: Chuck, Unfortunately, on Moon phase quartz watches, one cannot set the moon. It does rotate but ...
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| Sieko Watches | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I am in the recycling business and acquired about 80 various Sieko Women and Men watches (from ...
A: Mike, They very well might be real. It is hard to know what is inside without opening them, ...
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| Illinois Watch Company | 3/29/2008 |
Q: My father just gave me an Illinois Watch Co pocket watch that was passed along to him. It is a ...
A: Send me back everything that is written on the movement. Try to measure the dial and the entire ...
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| Ilinois Pocket Watch | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I am having trouble finding out what movement and size my watch is I know that it is 14k solid with ...
A: Ms. Rebecca, Jewels were used to cut down on the wear caused by metal rubbing on metal. It is used ...
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| Gold Pocket Watches | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Are gold pocket watches from the early 1900's or late 1800's really solid gold? Is that secondary ...
A: Ms. Judy, Only 5% of watches were made of solid gold. That means there is a 95% chance it is not. ...
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| family pocket watch | 3/26/2008 |
Q: i have a bedforde railroad pocket watch made in switzerland, where can i find history of the ...
A: David, Congratulations. Sounds like a wonderful keepsake, just for the sentimental, milestone ...
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| Rotary gents watch | 3/26/2008 |
Q: I have a Rotary gents watch given to me by my grandfather, my late father got hold of it and tried ...
A: Dave, I will leave a URL at the bottom for you to follow. It is a picture of a movement for a ...
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| Illinois Watch Company | 3/26/2008 |
Q: My father just gave me an Illinois Watch Co pocket watch that was passed along to him. It is a ...
A: Wow, This is a nice looking watch. Congratulations. Illinois Watch Co. was around for many ...
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| Waltham pocket watch does not wind | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I have an 1883 7 jewel 18s Waltham, sidewinder, lever set. I am able to set the time, but cannot ...
A: Tony, Sounds like the mainspring needs to be changed. That means that a watchmaker will perform a ...
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| Ingraham pocket watch. | 3/21/2008 |
Q: Is it possible to tell how old my Ingraham . The back cover has the E. Ingraham Co. Bristol Conn., ...
A: Chuck, My Grandfather used to carry an Ingraham. He bought it when he was traveling to Connecticut ...
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| antique watch question | 3/19/2008 |
Q: i have a ladies watch that i can't find any information about and would like to know anything that ...
A: I don't know what you want to know. They time frame seems about right. A 17 jewel movement is a ...
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| caravelle pocket watch | 3/19/2008 |
Q: melvin, i sent you a question on 3/10/08 got your reply, and have seen a book called how to ...
A: Chuck, No, I have not heard of this book. That said, taking a watch apart and putting it back ...
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| Helbros Pocket watch | 3/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 17 jewel Helbros pocket watch. Inside the back case it says Star Watch Case Company. It ...
A: Larry, You will need to look for some mark indicating 14k or warranted for a certain number of ...
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| caravelle pocket watch | 3/10/2008 |
Q: melvin,i have a pocket watch that i got in about 1976, its a caravelle, abiut the size of a silver ...
A: Chuck, Since it does not have a serial number, you are going to have to look at movements until you ...
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| 1907 Elgin railroad watch w/Wadsworth case | 3/4/2008 |
Q: Mills, I've recently been going through some old things of my fathers, and became interested in an ...
A: Kevin, No, there is not a specific name given to the designs for watch cases. When your ...
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| Illinois Co. Pocket Watch | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I was given this watch with little information. I did some research on the internet however found ...
A: Based on the number on the movement, your watch was made around 1887/1888. The Illinois Watch ...
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| pocket watch | 2/29/2008 |
Q: It's a gold Elgin watch with clock hands and a second counter at the bottom. What can you tell me ...
A: Kristin, Elgin is a very famous American watch maker. They were around from the 1860's until 1964. ...
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| Old Helbros Watch | 2/27/2008 |
Q: Melvin - I have been disposing of old things on eBay and ran across a watch given to my mother on ...
A: Fred, Hello. The "25 years" means that the gold was guaranteed not to wear through to the base ...
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| Hamilton Electric Watch | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I have a question re a Hamilton Electric Watch (vintage reproduction). Not sure if it qualifies as a ...
A: Ms. Connie, I am very sorry to hear about your watch. I am not sure what happened. It is very ...
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| How to find out? (Bulova watch ?1952) | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I believe I have a 1952 watch as it seems 1952 is incorporated into a number in the back of the head ...
A: Ms. Maria, Your only recourse is to take it to a watchmaker or an appraiser. A watchmaker will ...
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| magnetism | 2/16/2008 |
Q: Can you please tell me, if a quartz watch can be permanently damaged, when it has been left for ...
A: Richard, Yes, it can. A strong enough magnetic field can depolarize or reorient the magnets in ...
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| Ebel Classic | 2/16/2008 |
Q: My wife recently purchased an 18K Ebel Classic Ladies watch from an estate. Watch is perfect but ...
A: Gary, You are in luck. Although it very well may be true that there are not any brand new, from ...
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| Lanvin Unisex watch | 2/14/2008 |
Q: i'm looking for a watch. First of all, is Lanvin watches a really good brand 2nd of all i don't know ...
A: Adnan, Lanvin is a French fashion company. They make apparel and perfume. I don't know from the ...
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| E.Ingraham watch | 2/12/2008 |
Q: I received from my parents in the erly 50's a Roy Rogers watch model #55. The watch is in ...
A: Jim, Best place to go for value is the Watches price guide by Cooksey Shugart. That is what almost ...
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| Pocket Watch | 2/12/2008 |
Q: I have a pocket watch with a US PAT. date of May 24 1904. It says ADMIRAL on the face and on the ...
A: John, The Tavannes Watch Co (started by Henri Sandoz in 1891) trademarked the Admiral name in 1896 ...
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| 1901 Elgin pocket | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I have An Elgin Pocket watch still working.I would like io Know if the worth anything.
A: Russell, There is a book called, "The Complete Price Guide to Watches". It is written by Shugart. ...
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| ILLINOIS watch,case stamped WADSWORTH. | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I have what i deem as an old vintage pocket watch made by the ILLINOIS watch maker company ,stamped ...
A: Charles, Please understand that without seeing a picture, I am making some assumptions. That ...
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| Hamilton 505 battery change | 1/31/2008 |
Q: How is the battery removed and replaced in a Hamilton RR watch with 505 movement?
A: Mike, First thing, look at the movement under magnification to see how the battery is held into ...
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| How old am I | 1/30/2008 |
Q: Mills-Is there any way to find out how old a watch is by these names and numbers--The watch on the ...
A: Jim, The Hampden Watch Co. made watches with this serial number around 1904. A 17 jewel watch is ...
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| watch repair | 1/19/2008 |
Q: i have a bullova watch and need to know how to shorten the band
A: Aaron, look on the inside of the band. There should be some little arrows. They will be by the ...
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| american waltham sr.#4490251 pocketwatch | 1/17/2008 |
Q: I have inherited this watch..on the inner dust-cover it states-"to be made of two plates of SOLID ...
A: Dr. Paul, It sounds like what is called a double-stock case wherein there is a plate of higher ...
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| Two old pocket watches | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have an old pocket watches but would like to know how old and if you think it would be worth ...
A: Ms. Rita, It is hard to determine how old a watch is without inspecting it because it is very ...
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| Elgin Watch | 1/5/2008 |
Q: Mills I recently bought a beautiful ladies pocket watch on e-bay. It is a Wadsworth Pilot Case ...
A: Keith, Happy New Year to you as well. #14951435 There were 7000 watches made of the 320 grade. ...
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| slow watches | 1/1/2008 |
Q: My wife has had three good watches - a seiko, a Tag and a Gucci. All of them have run slow. Surely ...
A: Richard, Your wife must have a magnetic personality. LOL In addition to that, she may have a ...
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| Clock oils | 12/31/2007 |
Q: Do you have ny knowledge of a brand of clock oil called "Anchor" made in India. It is sold as ...
A: Geoff, I do not know of that oil specifically but I have experience with tools made in India. ...
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| Quartz Japan Movement Watch | 12/29/2007 |
Q: and was wondering if you could give me any information about it. It looks like marquisite ...
A: Danielle, If it does not have the company name on the dial, it is probably not from a big company. ...
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| Longines Men's Watch | 12/24/2007 |
Q: I have my grandfather's Longine watch. "14k gold D & A" on reverse. Small second hand cross above ...
A: Richard, It sounds like it it from the 50's or 60's. The style of using stones as numbers was ...
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| Japan Movement Cousteau Society watch | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I found a watch a few years ago, well, not a full watch but just the circle part of it.Pretty much ...
A: Kevin, I would love to see a picture of it. If you get the chance, please send it to ...
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| Chromatic Swiss-made watch | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I inherited a hand-wound gold-plated round watch from my dad. The brand seems to be "Chromatic." It ...
A: Eric, Here is a link to the Chromatic watch company's website. I am not sure this is the same ...
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| Hermle Quartz Hour Strike Is Off | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I have a new Hermle quartz movement #2214 with Westminster chimes and noticed that it doesn't strike ...
A: Dave, Let me start out with a disclaimer that I am not a clock repairman, but a watch repairman. ...
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| Problem with Hamilton 917 pocket watch | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I have my Great Uncles Hamilton Pocket watch, it is a 917. The movement is clean and the second hand ...
A: Mike, If the hands set easily, most likely the problem is in the gear train. One of the gears may ...
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| Automatic Date Change | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I have a Bulova Accutron with a day function. The watch changes to the next day at about 4:00am. Is ...
A: Ken, If you are talking about the day (Monday, Tuesday etc.) then this is ok. If you are referring ...
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| Bulova 1952 Wristwatch | 11/28/2007 |
Q: Just bought the above-described wristwatch w/the understanding that it runs fast...and quite so: ...
A: Pete, There are two reasons for the watch to run fast. One is an easy fix. The other is not easy. ...
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| 17s pocket watch case | 11/21/2007 |
Q: Is there any reliable source for open face pocket watch cases? I am trying to find 17s case with ...
A: Michael, Unfortunately, there is not a great source that is readily available. I do have two ...
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| CREST watch | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you could help me out. I purchased a watch on ebay that was advertised as ww2. ...
A: Bill, If you are asking me if this is truly a ww2 model, then I don't know. I have never heard of ...
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| Illinois Watch Company--Ariston Private Label Pocket Watch? | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I found an old pocket watch in my mom's case of stuff and I know it was a private label watch for ...
A: Well, because I am the expert! LOL Just kidding. I am a watch collector and I have collected ...
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| Ebel 120 movement | 11/18/2007 |
Q: Can you tell me anything about this movement? Is it based on an ETA movement or is it an in-house ...
A: It is based on an ETA movement but it is actually an in-house movement. I cannot speak of this ...
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| Watch | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I have an old, old watch that I wanted to use for gardening so I put in a new battery and now I ...
A: Ms. Linda, Yes, some of these snap on backs can be a pain in the neck. Typically, a watchmaker ...
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| Lucerne 14kt Watch | 11/16/2007 |
Q: I have a Lucerne 14kt rose gold 17 jewels watch with diamond? chips as digits, square face with 1 ...
A: I have never heard of a Lucerne. Look on the movement for the company that made it. It may be a ...
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| Illinois Watch Company--Ariston Private Label Pocket Watch? | 11/14/2007 |
Q: I found an old pocket watch in my mom's case of stuff and I know it was a private label watch for ...
A: These watches ALWAYS came with an Ariston marked dial and case. On some of the higher grade ...
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| Illinois pocket watch | 11/4/2007 |
Q: I am in possession of an Illinois pocket watch and I have a serial number 1881407 Is there a way to ...
A: David, This watch was made for the jeweler CR Smith and Sons. It was fairly common to see the ...
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| Seth Thomas Pocket Watch | 11/4/2007 |
Q: My aunt asked me to find out abou there late husbands pocket watch. It is a Seth Thomas 17 jewel in ...
A: Yes, you can send photos to millswatchrepair@gmail.com I will do my best but I will forewarn you ...
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| Seth Thomas Pocket Watch | 10/30/2007 |
Q: My aunt asked me to find out abou there late husbands pocket watch. It is a Seth Thomas 17 jewel in ...
A: Mike, Seth Thomas was a prominent clockmaker in Thomaston, Connecticut. In 1833, the company ...
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| 1926 old Elgin Pocket watch | 10/30/2007 |
Q: Here's a description. I would like to know what is "PLATGOLD" Have little knowledge about watches. ...
A: Chester, I looked in some reference books but don't see that specifics for this number. We can ...
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| Illinois pocket watch | 10/29/2007 |
Q: I am in possession of an Illinois pocket watch and I have a serial number 1881407 Is there a way to ...
A: David, Not based on the serial number. Open up the caseback and look at the movement. There you ...
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| Philip Watch | 10/24/2007 |
Q: My godmother gave me a Philip Watch 6 years during my confirmation,and since I have noticed that I ...
A: Alessandra, If I may ask, where in Italy do you live? Please e-mail a picture of the watch to ...
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| Illinois Watch Co Admiral Pocket watch | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I have been searching the internet for the last few days, Also, had my dad go to the book store to ...
A: Ms. Paula, I am sorry to say that I won't be able to add any information to that of what you ...
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| Information on who will repair | 10/14/2007 |
Q: a year ago when I was in the Philippines, I purchased a Rolex, a fake I am sure. I like the watch ...
A: Ken, I don't know any watchmaker who would work on it. It is illegal to deal with counterfeits and ...
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| enrico coveri | 10/14/2007 |
Q: i have an enrico coveri young star watch that my uncle got me in germany and i can't find it on ...
A: Enrico Coveri is a fashion designer. Like Kenneth Cole and Eddie Bauer, Enrico Coveri has fashion ...
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| Wadsworth | 10/1/2007 |
Q: I inherited a small, presumably ladies, pocket watch. It has no maker's name on the watch face, but ...
A: Ms. Peggy, Please ask the jeweler to look for a serial number on the watch movement. That would go ...
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| pocket watch | 9/27/2007 |
Q: sorry that I'm a bit of a novice about watches but i was wondering whether you could give me some ...
A: Tim, The good news is that this issue is definitely repairable. I say that because any watch can ...
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| Replacing Watch Battery | 9/27/2007 |
Q: I believe I have replaced my watch battery correctly-it works fine.The 2 little prongs coming up ...
A: the good news is that if the watch is working, everything is fine just the way it is. If it stops ...
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| Rolex watch | 9/24/2007 |
Q: Melvin...I have in my possession a Rolex Prince watch with "Official controlment Offices...Rating of ...
A: The number on the certificate is the movement number, the case number is usually on the small ...
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| Wadsworth | 9/18/2007 |
Q: I inherited a small, presumably ladies, pocket watch. It has no maker's name on the watch face, but ...
A: Ms. Peggy, sorry for the delay. Can you tell me if there is a number on the movement as well? You ...
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| Wadsworth "pilot quality" pocket watch case | 9/15/2007 |
Q: I inherited a small, presumably ladies, pocket watch. It has no maker's name on the watch face, but ...
A: Ms. Peggy, Is it possible for you to look at the movement? If so, let me know what it reads. If ...
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| lanvin watch | 9/12/2007 |
Q: i recently found a brand new in the box watch that was my grandfathers. He has past and i inherited ...
A: Lanvin is an up-market and French tailor of some considerable fame. Some years ago (more than 20) ...
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| Further followup to fake Rolex repair | 9/10/2007 |
Q: Melvin, as a further followup to your great advice, I was wondering if it was possible to attach to ...
A: Norman, You can send the photos to me at millswatchrepair.com. Try to take very close up photos. If ...
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| 1950's Longines Wristwatch | 9/3/2007 |
Q: I have a Longines wind up watch that winds and ticks for a minute or two-keeps time for a minute or ...
A: Lynn, It is next to impossible to diagnose a problem without actually looking at the watch. The ...
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| Fake Rolex running slow | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I was recently given a relatively poor quality fake Rolex as a gift. It runs slow, losing about 20 ...
A: Norman, A new watch should not need to be cleaned. A new watch should not be running 20 minutes ...
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| Fake Rolex running slow | 9/1/2007 |
Q: I was recently given a relatively poor quality fake Rolex as a gift. It runs slow, losing about 20 ...
A: I bet you can do it with just a book from the library and some basic tools. Jeweler's screwdrivers ...
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| Fake Rolex running slow | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I was recently given a relatively poor quality fake Rolex as a gift. It runs slow, losing about 20 ...
A: a complete amateur can do this. It is a little difficult to determine how because we don't know ...
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| Bedforde Railroad Pocket Watch | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I have a Bedforde Railroad pocket watch with spec's that include: 10 karat gold filled case Swiss ...
A: Sorry for the delay. I had my suspicions but wanted to confirm them before posting. Now I have. ...
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| RE: Mantel chime clock | 8/24/2007 |
Q: My chime was moved without taking off the pendulum and it stopped working. I live in Oconomowoc Wi. ...
A: Try James@clockbug.com. He is in the Milwaukee area. I can not vouch for him as I do not know ...
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| Bedforde Railroad Pocket Watch | 8/24/2007 |
Q: I have a Bedforde Railroad pocket watch with spec's that include: 10 karat gold filled case Swiss ...
A: Are you sure the name is spelled correctly? I have looked in several watch resources and have not ...
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| Hamilton mantle clock model 340-020 | 8/21/2007 |
Q: I got a Hamilton mantle clock model 340-020 made in west Germany at a flea market. I traded an old ...
A: When a watch is running slow, it needs a cleaning. In such cases, one would disassemble the watch ...
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| Hamilton mantle clock model 340-020 | 8/20/2007 |
Q: I got a Hamilton mantle clock model 340-020 made in west Germany at a flea market. I traded an old ...
A: The common Hamilton Watch Co. was from Lancaster Pennsylvania. Then, in 1969, they were sold to a ...
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| ELLESSE CHRONOGRAPH | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I HAVE BOUGHT AN ELLESSE CHRONOGRAPH WATCH WITH 3 SMALL CIRCLES IN IT AND 4 BUTTONS, TWO AT EITHER ...
A: Not sure where to find a manual. There are two probable ways to set the time. 1. Use the crown. ...
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| solid gold pocket watch case | 8/15/2007 |
Q: I have a pocket watch case marked wadsworth 14 karat.It dose not say gold filled or guaranteed.My ...
A: Karl, Gold filled, G.F., guaranteed or warranted for a certain number of years, are indications it ...
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| Armonia watch's | 8/6/2007 |
Q: Could tell me where the movements are made. Simple guess is Italy but I think most are made in ...
A: Bob, Armani, like Kenneth Cole and other clothiers, do not make watches at all. They private label ...
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| Armonia watch's | 8/6/2007 |
Q: Could tell me where the movements are made. Simple guess is Italy but I think most are made in ...
A: Bob, I am not familiar with Armonia watches. You stated that these are 2, 4 or 5 dollar watches ...
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| wrist watch | 7/31/2007 |
Q: what can you tell me about a wrist watch with a hindge back,inside the back is s.w.c.co. gold filled ...
A: Gold filled 20 years means that the gold was guaranteed not to wear through to the base metal for 20 ...
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| Time correction in a quartz clock | 7/28/2007 |
Q: Recently i bought a quartz clock, Linden make from a antique shop. It is working fine after changing ...
A: Arul, I don't work on clocks so you may want to confirm my answers with one of the gentlemen in ...
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| wrist watch | 7/22/2007 |
Q: I'm trying to install a replacement battery in a womans Pulsar watch and can't seem to make closure ...
A: First and most important, make sure there is nothing on the case back that would prevent it from ...
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| Illinois Pocket watch | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I have inherited an Illinois pocketwatch. I have 3 questions for you. First question...what does ...
A: As with any mechanical machine (such as an automobile engine), friction is the enemy. In a car, ...
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