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     Alan New member Username: Alan Post Number: 1 Registered: 09-2009 Rating: N/A |
I haven't worn this Memovox for quite a number of years, and may have forgotten how to adjust the watch. When I twist the lower stem (the one that adjusts the time), there seems to be no resistance, although the watch will start working with a few shakes. Twisting the upper stem encounters resistance, but pulling it out adjusts nothing. I wonder 1) what would be the cost of reconditioning the watch, and 2) if it might be wiser to trade it to a reputable Forum member for a good-looking, good-working traditional watch, because this one, although quite pretty, has always felt a bit heavy on my wrist. Thanks in advance for any & all input. Alan  | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 4157 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
Sounds like possibly have setting wheel (i.e. clutch wheel) issues. These are the achilles heal of these watches. After 40 years, almost all the watches out there have something going on with this part. Either they crackle, they not longer set or do nothing at all. | ||
| Alan New member Username: Alan Post Number: 2 Registered: 09-2009 Rating: N/A |
Thanks for your input. Would it be an expensive repair? For everyday use I have a great - dare I declare this to collectors of fine watches? - Seiko automatic, which was my final military purchase during the Vietnam conflict. My vintage Longines, which I use for dress-up occasions, is showing its age. If repairs prove too costly, is there someone who would like to take this watch, in some sort of exchange, for one that will fit more easily under a French cuff? Alan | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 4161 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
I can hqve my guy do full overhauls on these, but be advised that each clutch wheel, if we can get them are $50 to $75...and you have two of them! So you're looking at an overhauld of $300 to $450 (worst case) | ||
| Alan New member Username: Alan Post Number: 3 Registered: 09-2009 Rating: N/A |
Bummer! I expect the cost would be more than the watch is worth. As for my next move: is there any value in this mechanically challenged watch for some sort of trade, or must I return it to its drawer? | ||
| Zaf Moderator Username: Zaf Post Number: 4165 Registered: 05-2003 Rating: N/A |
The watch is worth $600-800 in good running order. | ||
| Alan New member Username: Alan Post Number: 4 Registered: 09-2009 Rating: N/A |
Thanks for your input, Zaf. The price to repair it is too high for such a bulky watch. I expect I'll put it back in a drawer until someone - most likely a grandchild, years from now - decides they would like to tinker with it. Alan | ||
| Kzs70 Junior Member Username: Kzs70 Post Number: 11 Registered: 05-2009 Rating: N/A |
Alan, if you decide to sell it please send me a private email, as I somehow like those bulky watches of the 70's... Zsolt |