smiths w10 original lug to lug dimensions?

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26th May 2019, 20:06
brand_c

smiths w10 original lug to lug dimensions?

Been deciding whether to go for the original Smiths w10 or Eddie's beautiful modern remake of it, (PRS29)

Upon my research online.... I seem to have come across conflicting information regarding the lug to lug length of the original Smiths W10. Some say it's 40mm, others say its 46.

Hope to get some confirmation regarding this subject!
26th May 2019, 20:36
Mr Curta

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26th May 2019, 20:48
brand_c

Thank you! Wow, looks like the dimensions are pretty spot on to the original.

Do you have a recommendation on which route to go?

I love the historical aspect of owning a vintage one but are availability of spare parts an issue for it?
26th May 2019, 22:16
Mr Curta

It depends on how comfortable you are with wearing vintage. Servicing isn't much of an issue and there are a great number of 60466E movements out there (which is based on the 27.CS).

The PRS-29A is fantastic quality and value and feels like more of an everyday watch, not so much concern about clacking it on doorframes. However it doesn't have quite the same warmth that comes with age. I let mine go in a charity raffle but have since replaced it with a PRS-29AM.
27th May 2019, 04:15
brand_c

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Curta

It depends on how comfortable you are with wearing vintage. Servicing isn't much of an issue and there are a great number of 60466E movements out there (which is based on the 27.CS).

The PRS-29A is fantastic quality and value and feels like more of an everyday watch, not so much concern about clacking it on doorframes. However it doesn't have quite the same warmth that comes with age. I let mine go in a charity raffle but have since replaced it with a PRS-29AM.

Thank you, I'll definitely take that into consideration. Lastly, do you know if the new PRS29A has a screw down crown?
27th May 2019, 07:40
Mr Curta

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Originally Posted by brand_c

Lastly, do you know if the new PRS29A has a screw down crown?

It does not.

BTW, Welcome to the forum. Please do share what you decide on.
27th May 2019, 12:09
Redcoat

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Originally Posted by brand_c

Thank you, I'll definitely take that into consideration. Lastly, do you know if the new PRS29A has a screw down crown?

Due to being a handwinder, you’ll be glad it doesn’t have a screw down crown as the threads would eventually get worn down. Only a divers watch should have it.
27th May 2019, 13:34
tokdok

spare parts for Original Smiths W10

Quote:

Originally Posted by brand_c

Thank you! Wow, looks like the dimensions are pretty spot on to the original.

Do you have a recommendation on which route to go?

I love the historical aspect of owning a vintage one but are availability of spare parts an issue for it?

Hi, spare parts for the Smiths W10 is not an issue, If you do decide to get one (I have some mint examples by the way) I can supply every part you may need.
+ most other Smiths watch parts too. scroll to the bottom of my A-Z of spares. http://www.obsoletewatchandclockparts.com/partsmenu.htm
I also have crowns, glasses etc & other parts for most British military issued watches especially for the WWW's (not actually listed on my website so please ask)
regards
John Senior.
27th May 2019, 15:24
brand_c

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Originally Posted by Redcoat

Due to being a handwinder, you’ll be glad it doesn’t have a screw down crown as the threads would eventually get worn down. Only a divers watch should have it.

Good to know! I was hoping that it doesn't cause I worry about crown wear and tear considering it's a handwind. This was what detracted me from owning an OysterDate 6694 at one point.
27th May 2019, 15:27
brand_c

Quote:

Originally Posted by tokdok

Hi, spare parts for the Smiths W10 is not an issue, If you do decide to get one (I have some mint examples by the way) I can supply every part you may need.
+ most other Smiths watch parts too. scroll to the bottom of my A-Z of spares. http://www.obsoletewatchandclockparts.com/partsmenu.htm
I also have crowns, glasses etc & other parts for most British military issued watches especially for the WWW's (not actually listed on my website so please ask)
regards
John Senior.

Thanks! Will let you know on what I decide :)
27th May 2019, 17:29
swanbourne

Quote:

Originally Posted by tokdok

Hi, spare parts for the Smiths W10 is not an issue, If you do decide to get one (I have some mint examples by the way) I can supply every part you may need.
+ most other Smiths watch parts too. scroll to the bottom of my A-Z of spares. http://www.obsoletewatchandclockparts.com/partsmenu.htm
I also have crowns, glasses etc & other parts for most British military issued watches especially for the WWW's (not actually listed on my website so please ask)
regards
John Senior.

I'm surprised you can supply all parts, I've struggled to find winding click springs and centre seconds pinions for years. Even the man from Ystradgynlais who bought tons of Smiths spares when the factory closed ran out of those two parts.

Eddie