STS swiss time services....still worth it?

[raydin]

As per the subject.
I am looking for work to be completed on my grandads 70s omega constellation.
Work would revolve around a cleanup. A full service etc.
I'm awaiting their reply but wanted to get the consensus on the them. I cant recall seeing any threads recently that throws any doubt on them.
Ta muchly.

[Foxy100]

If you want a service and general tidying of the case and bracelet give Simon Freese a call. He used to be the service manager at STS but is now working for himself. Try STS too and see how they compare on prices. I can't imagine there's any difference in the level of work. As far as I can tell pretty much everyone with a pre-moon Speedy or other high end Omega went with Simon when he left STS but he does all kinds of watches. If you want a razor sharp case refinish on a lapping machine and brand new service parts, go to STS.

[walkerwek1958]

I’m still taking on a very limited number of jobs owing to other commitments, I may be able to help but I would need more information.

PM me if interested, I do have form for this type of work.

[trident-7]

I asked Simon if he would service my Omega Marine Chronometer but he referred me to Tony Coe at Swiss Time Services. It spent the lockdown with them. It was expensive but it came back running & looking like new.

[tim2012]

I asked Simon if he would service my Omega Marine Chronometer but he referred me to Tony Coe at Swiss Time Services. It spent the lockdown with them. It was expensive but it came back running & looking like new.

TBF the marine chronometer is a different kettle of fish and I have been told that only STS has the parts, although very expensive. Mine has gone wonky and a new movement and service will cost more than what I paid for the watch.

[wallyuk]

They are local to me and pre-covid I popped in and received excellent unbiased advice,which I took them up on.
From my experience they may take a while, but the service is excellent.

[Foxy100]

TBF the marine chronometer is a different kettle of fish and I have been told that only STS has the parts, although very expensive. Mine has gone wonky and a new movement and service will cost more than what I paid for the watch.

Plus Tony, the owner of STS (and SWISSTIME, the division that services the battery-powered stuff), is the only one with the expertise to work on the Marine Chronometers, Montreals and other experimental electronic stuff from the 1970s. I had my Marine Chronometer serviced by SWISSTIME too, sorting the mechanical side cost £800 or so.

[JeremyO]

I used Omega Service Centre to service my 1964 Constellation.

They did an excellent job, it may be worth contacting them for a quote.

[walkerwek1958]

OP is giving no details, a Constellation from that era could be a tuning fork electronic, an early quartz, or one of two mechanical movements. This has a huge bearing on who would be able to work on it.

I’ve heard nothing from the OP, I’m v. busy with other stuff (not watch related) so I’ve decided I’m not interested in the job. If its a straightforward mechanical I could've sorted it out to a high standard, I’ve done plenty and I still have a fair stash of parts.

If the watch is a tuning fork hummer or quartz I would definitely recommend STS, parts availability is a big problem and they’re the best option. If its a mechanical there are plenty if cheaper options.

[walkerwek1958]

STS said that that couldn't service my 1976 LCD Speedmaster and sent it back to Omega - who simply dropped a new movement in and replaced the pushers, didn't touch the case. Must have taken them all of 5 minutes. 6 weeks later - that will be £500 sir.
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Think yourself lucky it could be fixed! Owning old LCD or any quartz/ electronic watches can be expensive, personally I would never invest money in owning one.

[Padders]

Plus Tony, the owner of STS (and SWISSTIME, the division that services the battery-powered stuff), is the only one with the expertise to work on the Marine Chronometers, Montreals and other experimental electronic stuff from the 1970s. I had my Marine Chronometer serviced by SWISSTIME too, sorting the mechanical side cost £800 or so.

I think you mean Swisstec

[trident-7]

I think you mean Swisstec

I’m pretty sure STS is Swiss Time Services

[Dr_Niss]

STS group includes Swiss Time Services and Swisstec. All based in the same place.

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[Foxy100]

I think you mean Swisstec

I was so close!

[Chinnock]

I only use Simon Freese, because I have known him for a very long time and have complete trust in his level of expertise.

About to get my Speedy 125 back, can’t wait!

[Craizeehair]

About to get my Speedy 125 back, can’t wait!

[Craizeehair]

Look forward to seeing those pics

[raydin]

Sorry for the delay in replying to this thread, work has swamped me but ive been keeping an eye on the thread. Lots of useful info so thank you to all.
walkerwerk, ive sent you an pm, :)