On the bench this week a Seiko 6138 UFO Speedtimer
On the bench this week a well worn 1976 UFO Speedtimer.
This one needs a bit of work and a good tidy up.
The stem has sheered from the crown due to rust damage, I have replacement NOS ones on hand. Lower reset pusher seized. Crystal well worn, a new one has arrived.
Full tear down completed and started some pre-cleaning and inspection. The chronograph wheel clutch is a bit weak but still functioning ok.
After a full parts clean and inspection will be ready for reassembly with new gaskets.
Coming up in the next few weeks a SKX007, a 7002 diver and a Citizen Quartz diver on the bench for some maintenance.
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Bruce
New Zealand based Part time Watchsmith mainly into restoration of vintage Seiko’s.
Auckland and Waihi Beach New Zealand
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8.00” / 20.32 cm
I think the main sping needs a clean 😂
I think the main sping needs a clean 😂
I was thinking the same thing. 🫣
I am curious as to weather or not you work on other peoples watches. I just recieved my dads 6138-7000. It runs but needs servicing i'm sure. The clear outer bezel is missing. Duane......Black Diamond, WA. 98010
I am curious as to weather or not you work on other peoples watches. I just recieved my dads 6138-7000. It runs but needs servicing i'm sure. The clear outer bezel is missing. Duane......Black Diamond, WA. 98010
Hi Duane, I do but only for New Zealand based customers. Regards Bruce
Hi Duane, I do but only for New Zealand based customers. Regards Bruce
Thanks for the response. I hope all is well. Health and happiness. Duane.....Black Diamond,WA. 98010 USA