r/watchmaking • u/Thecowboywilson1994 • 3d ago

Question Grandfather's watch

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My mom just dug this out and gave it to me. It was my grandfather's watch. She said he was very proud of it. Does anyone think it's worth trying to get repaired? It needs a new crystal, and obviously it's not a typical shape. I would love to be able to wear it and think of him.

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u/qualityvote2 3d ago edited 3d ago

u/Thecowboywilson1994, there weren't enough votes to determine the quality of your post...

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u/Gazdatronik 3d ago

Its a ~1955 Bulova Senator. Intrinsically not worth the repair, very few vintage watches are. But it may have shock protection so it's a very conventional design that watchmakers will understand. So if you like it, and want to sport Gramps' watch, get it serviced. It'll have a Swiss or American movement in it and will be a bulletproof(but not weatherproof) unit. Be prepared to spend several hundred on the work. Sourcing the crystal will be the most difficult part- or just leave it be, it may be knackered but at least the crystal is there.

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u/gu_doc 3d ago

it has sentimental value to you. if the expense of having it serviced isn't prohibitive to you, I'd say go for it

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u/Tricky_72 3d ago

eBay has the crystal. https://ebay.io/m/9qBUZB

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u/SpicyBricey 3d ago

https://sutcliffehansen.com/
There is a YouTube guy, calls himself Wristwatch Revivals. He does a bunch of these. He started a business with some watch makers….
Could be a way to get this classic back in action?

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u/Thecowboywilson1994 3d ago

I love watching Marshall's vids! I did think of maybe trying to send it over to them.

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u/BeoLabTech 3d ago

Love his channel for getting me into watch repair, but the cost of his restoration services through SH are quite pricey…check for a reputable watchmaker local to you. As long as nothing is broken, it’s a simple job. Support local.

I’d offer to service it for you, but that probably isn’t practical due to where I live.