Questions for Watch Repairers
If you have a question about how to fix your watch, post a questions here and just maybe one of our experienced members may have the answer for you.
<p>If you are looking for someone in your area who can repair your vintage Bulova watch or just looking for advise to help you repair the watch yourself, please ask here.</p>
If you have a question about how to fix your watch, post a questions here and just maybe one of our experienced members may have the answer for you.
Can anyone suggest a repair service for my Accutron Spaceview II Kinetic. First remake of the most famous Bulova Accutron 214 Spaceview. This model follows the same avantgarde style of the first model made in the 60`s, even matching the green color of the circuit board and back setting ring. Produced by first originator of the kinetic movements in Switzerland - Jean d`Eve
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Iplaws
Hello all. New to the group. I have a 1930 Sylvette (my wife's) with a 6AP movement. It needs a new hair spring, but I can't find one anywhere. Is there a compatible one out there? I heard Breguet may be a possibility, but can't find any info. Any help would be appreciated!
Hello Everyone. I am so happy to have found this forum.
I have been a hobbyist watchmaker for some time, and want to learn more about repairing Accutrons.
I know some, but perhaps enough to be dangerous. I picked up a 1963 214 Accutron (401 variant), installed a new battery, and it is totally dead.
New to watchmaking (8 mos) and this forum. Bulova has quickly become my favorite and I have acquired and successfully serviced a few Oceanographers, Sea Kings and a Convoy to date. I need help...
My 1971 Oceanographer R cs# c3013 movement 11anacb has no crystal....
The crystal needed is 1404-1AY but can't find it anywhere...the front of the case inside dimension is 29.8mm and the bezel ring measures 29.9mm id.
Is there interchangeability with other Bulova armored crystals or a recommended size/source for replacement?
Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Hi
Can someone advise how to remove the back from an Arnold please.
L1 (1951) mechanical needs full cleaning, crystal and band. Like to take it to a person and look into their eyes to trust my sentimental heirloom
I live in southern Worcester county, MA aka Blackstone valley
A new forum format I am not used to so I hope I posted correctly
My crystal keeps falling out and I'm afraid I may lose it. Do you think it's OK to put a tiny dab of super glue on it
Many thanks
Mick
The Do's and Don'ts of Vintage Watch Repair by John V. - Time & Again
After hearing many horror stories about Vintage Watch repairs here is a quick guide and what to look out for.
Do not send your watch to a United States P.O Box. Contact the Watchmaker or Company and ask for a physical address and Google that address. A watch sent to a USPS P.O. Box is a red flag. It may be legit but it could very well be a setup where you may never see your watch again. If the watchmaker cannot supply a physical address then run away!
Hello, I have an original band for the 1950 Bulova Academy Award W but it's too small. I located another band and I'd like to add or take away links. Does this band come apart? I'd attach a picture but I'm not sure how.
This is the band on someone else's watch on here but the same as I have