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Looking for someone to repair an early 1920's Elgin pocket watch that has been overwound. Can anyone help ?
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These premises insured by a Sheltie in Training ,--- and Cooey.o "May the Good Lord take a likin' to you"
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Looking for someone to repair an early 1920's Elgin pocket watch that has been overwound. Can anyone help ? Ask your local jewelry shop, they will usually have sources, and will usually be happy to help! 10% of course they are Jewelry shops!
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I use 3 or 4 different watch repair/customizing shops, all could handle your project based on your location.....discuss price quote prior to shipment, some list service charges on web site.
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Any competent gunsmith ought to be able to fix it right up for you.
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Asked for a source, no one has suggested a source.
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Asked for a source, no one has suggested a source. I said "based on your location", but you go ahead on your own then.....FFS, I was waiting for your response.
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Asked for a source, no one has suggested a source. I said "based on your location", but you go ahead on your own then.....FFS, I was waiting for your response. So why not just post the names and let the OP contact them himself. Or send him a private message FFS.
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My brother is a watchmaker. Im sure he could fix it.
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Asked for a source, no one has suggested a source.
Epstein didn't kill himself.
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YouTube channel "wristwatch revival" works on watches from viewers. Don't know how to contact him, though.
Last edited by dassa; 03/09/24. Reason: Get the channel name right.
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Old guy here in the barrio with a shop that specializes in repairing old antique watches
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Here you go. Do your research and look for reviews. http://www.pocketwatchrepair.com/landing/elgin.htmlRenaissance Watch Repair: Elgin Watch Repair Experts Expert Repair For Your Vintage Elgin Pocket Watch At Renaissance Watch Repair, we are experts in the repair and restoration of vintage pocket watches and wristwatches made by the Elgin Watch Company (also known as the Elgin National Watch Company). Elgin watches are one of the brands we see and service most often. Whether your watch is an antique Elgin pocket watch from the late 1800's, or a Lord Elgin wristwatch from the 1940's, we can probably repair it. Over the years, we have repaired hundreds of Elgin watches, and we look forward to helping you return your antique Elgin watch to its best possible condition.
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https://www.watchrepair.cc/elgin-pocket-watch-repair.htmlI specialize in antique Elgin pocket watch repair and and Elgin pocket watch restoration. You might find my Elgin pocket watch repair page interesting as I've made available to you Elgin pocket watch production numbers that will assist you in dating your watch, as well as photos of a few of the Elgin pocket watches that I've restored for my customers. Regardless of the current condition of your Elgin pocket watch, know that they were originally made so perfectly, that with proper servicing and expert repair, it can again be an honest instrument again - for many years to come.
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What ! You can't repair your own pocket watch. Kids nowadays. Suheesh.
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Then STFU. The rest of your statement is superflous bullshit with no real bearing on this discussion other than to massage your own ego. Suckin' on my titties like you wanted me.
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Thanks to all who provided sources, your help is appreciated.
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My Dad’s youngest brother learned how to be a watchmaker after he retired from the USMC as a Lt Col. He took lessons from an old German in Memphis and accumulated his tools. He was called upon by jewelry stores in the state for appraisals and repairs. He gifted me a gold watch from Williamson WV. Our last name is Williamson and I treasure it. I also have the fob and chain to accompany it and wear on special occasions and events. Sadly, he has passed and I miss him. We would visit junk and antique shops to search for future projects. He also had a Crosby car (the circus car that the clowns piled in). I found a brand new engine (army surplus) for $25 . He was delighted. He was a big man - 6’4” and did 3 tours of duty as a line company officer and saw combat.
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Watching. Ivhave an 1883 elgin with a jewel that seems wonky. Dad bought it in 41 for 5 bucks. Onecifcthisecones with little levers to set it or lock it Also a 24 hour military that i dropped. Radium dial needs cleaned and redone too because I tried (as a kid) to repaint it
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