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  1. 21st February 2012, 14:46 #1
    sam77
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    Hi All,

    Great forum and whilst glad Ive found it, I cant help but think its going to cost me!

    Anyway I've just bought my 5th auto, a Ball Engineer Master II, and I am reconciling the purchase by now considering myself a "collector" rather than a man with too many watches, amazing how it alleviates the guilt! Now that I am a "collector" I feel I should be at least be able to do some basic tasks like change a strap or battery, maybe some polishing on some of the older pieces.

    So can anyone recommend the basic tools I will need to get me started and where is the best place to buy them? I guess its worth spending a bit rather than the cheap kits you see on Amazon and the like?
    I'm sure this info has been requested before, but search function is still broke.

    I'm also thinking of getting an Orient Mako or Ray to play with, again can anyone recommend a good supplier in the UK and also if I should be changing the spring pins ASAP for better quality ones.

    If anyone is interested my "collection" is,
    Oris BC3 (I think)
    Omega Seamaster Chronometer
    Tag Monaco
    Tag Carrera Chronograph
    Ball Engineer Master II

    Obviously any recommendations to add to the collection, would I think be well received!

    Thanks for any help.
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  2. 21st February 2012, 14:53 #2
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome along.
    This site has certainly led to a great increase in spending for me, but I believe that I am making wiser choices now.
    Like you, I would also be interested in info on tools for watches, a subject that I presently know nothing about.

    Have fun.
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    Newbie

    Hello and welcome
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome aboard Sam :wave:
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    Re: Newbie

    Hello and welcome from Denmark :) Look forward to a couple of pics...
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    Re: Newbie

    welcome mate from me a newbie to :roll:
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome to the forum. Looking forward to seeing some photos of your collection.

    regards,
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  8. 21st February 2012, 17:06 #8
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    Re: Newbie

    Good afternoon to you. Welcome to the forum.
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  9. 21st February 2012, 17:22 #9
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome along. Sounds a nice collection...you got any photos? :)
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  10. 21st February 2012, 17:27 #10
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome from Holland Sam :)

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    Got a new watch, divers watch it is, had to drown the bastard to get it!
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  11. 21st February 2012, 17:31 #11
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    Re: Newbie

    Good afternoon chap...

    Welcome to TZ.. Enjoy :wink:
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    Hi and welcome :)
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    Re: Newbie

    nice collection and all the best
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    Re: Newbie

    Good afternoon and welcome. Nice collection. Would love to see photos.
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    Re: Newbie

    Hello and welcome :hello2:

    We love pics here. If you're able to post any of your collection I'd enjoy having a look.
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  16. 21st February 2012, 17:40 #16
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    Hello and welcome!
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    Re: Newbie

    Seems you have quite nice collection there. Now just post as some pictures of it ;) Welcome!
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    Welcome to the forum.
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  19. 21st February 2012, 20:02 #19
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome from Holland. Nice collection....

    Quote Originally Posted by sam77
    Obviously any recommendations to add to the collection, would I think be well received!

    Thanks for any help.
    Just have a look in the Sales Corner....
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  20. 21st February 2012, 20:31 #20
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    Welcome :D
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  21. 21st February 2012, 20:37 #21
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    Welcome aboard, nice collection.
    regards Andy
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  22. 21st February 2012, 20:40 #22
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    Re: Newbie

    Well that has to be the best and quickest welcome to a forum I have ever had, thank you. Clearly I have found the right place!

    I will post up some pics soon.

    Thanks again.
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    Welcome from The Netherlands. :hello2:
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    Re: Newbie

    Quote Originally Posted by sam77
    Now that I am a "collector" I feel I should be at least be able to do some basic tasks like change a strap or battery, maybe some polishing on some of the older pieces.....

    So can anyone recommend the basic tools I will need to get me started and where is the best place to buy them? I guess its worth spending a bit rather than the cheap kits you see on Amazon and the like?

    Obviously any recommendations to add to the collection, would I think be welcome!
    Welcome Sam! :)

    Personally I found that the cheaper strap changing tools work fine, but if you want the best then look at Bergeron, but it's gonna cost you!

    Getting the back off for a battery change will depend on the individual cases, but a three pin adjustable case back remover will do the job for most, or a case back 'knife' for snap ons.

    For a bit of DIY case work, a 'Cape Cod' cloth is perfect for polished surfaces, or a scotchbrite type pad can be used for brushed finishes... See here http://tz-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=131338 or theres plenty of advice on the wider net.

    For inspiritation on a new purchase, the Friday thread is always good here's last weeks http://tz-uk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=210835 but there is one every week.

    Cheers,

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  25. 21st February 2012, 21:09 #25
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    Re: Newbie

    Quote Originally Posted by Verso
    Welcome from Holland. Nice collection....

    Quote Originally Posted by sam77
    Obviously any recommendations to add to the collection, would I think be well received!

    Thanks for any help.
    Just have a look in the Sales Corner....

    I certainly will do , as soon as I get another 47 posts that is :(
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    Re: Newbie

    Welcome. Looking forward to the pics (especially the Carrera), sounds like a nice collection you have coming along there....
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  27. 21st February 2012, 22:09 #27
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    Hello and welcome.
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    Hi and welcome to the forum

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    We need pics!!!!! :P
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    Hi and welcome to the forum.
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    Hello - from one newbie to another. 8)
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    A very warm welcome. Great collection, I look forward to seeing where it takes you.
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