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Hi all,
I’m thinking about picking up one of the Carrera reissues which had an 1873 inside. Apologies if this is a silly question but how much of a pain is it to service these nowadays in terms of parts etc? Am I looking at a bit of a headache down the road or were the movements sufficiently ubiquitous that it shouldn’t really be a problem?
Many thanks in advance!
As a base movement it’s used in the Speedmaster Pro so is tried and tested and serviceable (assuming the watchmaker has access to Omega / ETA parts
I have three watches with a variation of the movement and it does not bother me.
I assume Tag will be able to service it should the time come.
https://forums.timezone.com/index.ph...h=471605&rid=0
This link may or may not help.
Thanks for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Sinnlover
I was aware of the lineage but wasn’t sure about whether one could source the parts if they needed replacing. I fear that it may force me to go down the authorised watchmaker route, which is fine but evidently limits options. Also, recent experience has put me off manufacturer service!
As above; I'd not worry about service.
I had one which was very nice but I found it not easy enough to read the time ... I think the black dial one would be more ligible.
1964 Heuer Carrera Re-edition from 1999
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Servicing shouldn't be a problem provided nothing gets broken or damaged, I`ve serviced several Omega 1861/861 movements and the only part I`ve needed to replace has been the mainspring which is readily available. Parts generally get worn to a point of needing replacement when a watch has been run for several years with dried up lubricants.
As for obtaining TAG and Zenith-specific parts, LVMH service centre are happy to supply to bona fide repairers, to date I`ve had no problems obtaining parts, but that will change in September when they will start an accreditation requirement in the same way that Swatch Group did a few years ago. This will require a commitment to equipment and facilities that some, including me, won't meet so the number of people who are happy to service these watches will fall. It's a shame, I was able to order parts by making a phone call and sending an e-mail, the guy I dealt with was very helpful, but that will all change.
Funny you would say that, I actually thought the silver dial was the most legible.Quote:
Originally Posted by Montello
I had the black dial (CS3111), and found it quite hard to tell the time on it, as most of the time the hands are not reflecting any light and they sort of disappear, leaving you only with the bit of tritium or luminova near the tip (depending on the year of manufacture) to see, which blends in with the hour markers.
Loved the watch and was not concerned about the movement serviceability with decades of production etc. But definitely not a watch you can read at a quick glance. I do miss it every now and then though, loads of charm
Well perhaps they are both not easy to read, but I did like the watch and miss it a bit as a collection constituent but just didn’t wear it enough as I like watches that are highly legible.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wandril
The movement it’s not a bad looker either.
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I have a love of hand wound chronographs and this movement is probably my favourite (of the ones I own)
Thanks for all the replies, folks. Sounds roughly like what I was expecting.
It is tempting. I tried one on today in Harrogate. Lovely watch, the hand winding felt great, springy and clicky in a really purposeful way. The watch is definitely borderline too small at 35mm but the pushers give it a little more presence. I think the white one would wear a bit bigger but I’m less keen on it aesthetically.
I’m undecided but given that it’s at the top end of my budget I’ll probably have to pass for now, it’s a lot to spend (for me) on something I’m not sure about.
I suspect temptation will rear its head again soon enough.
Agree that the handset can disappear on the 3111 - you wouldn’t think it from photos, but it does.Quote:
Originally Posted by Wandril
Genesis great for servicing these.
Genesis did mine a couple of years ago. Really nice watches these, still IMO they prettiest chronograph ever made.Quote:
Originally Posted by JGJG
Mine was a black dial, funny I don’t recall it being particularly difficult to read and my eyes are sh*te.
The size is perfect in my view, keeps the vintage charm. I too remember winding was very easy and pleasurable.
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