Omega watch service center

leghog said:
Find a competent watchmaker. He'll either accept the job or he won't. $750 every 5 years (and the cost will be more 5 years from now and more again the next service) is a ridiculous price to pay for simply servicing (cleaning and lubing) a chronograph. Even a coaxial.
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With all due respect, and I mean that sincerely, the Coaxial requirements are not something for just a "competent watchmaker". The misapplication of lubricant (to much or too little) alone can lead to premature stoppage. Al from Archer watches (he posts on both WatchUSeek and the OmegaForums websites) can give detailed reasons for the need of specialized training and equipment for these escapements.
 
There are independent COMPETENT watchmakers who can and do service coaxial movements. Many have the tools, knowledge, and abilities. Again, he'll either refuse the work or won't.

The whole benefit of the coax designs when first on the market was greatly extended service intervals/limited service required. That didn't pan out.
 
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The are independent competent watchmakers who are honest and who have serviced coax movements.
 
True. As I mentioned earlier, Al at Archer watches is independent but he is also Omega certified.
To be honest with their customers, the watchmaker must first be honest with themselves as to what they can do well.

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leghog said:
The are independent competent watchmakers who are honest and who have serviced coax movements.
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Certified Omega watchmaker's who work with Coaxials will not charge you $200 for a service.
They will likely charge close to what Omega charges.

Most of the watch servicing for simple ETA automatic movements run $150 minimum in my area and can go up to $200-$300.
 
Luis G. said:
Certified Omega watchmaker's who work with Coaxials will not charge you $200 for a service.
They will likely charge close to what Omega charges.

Most of the watch servicing for simple ETA automatic movements run $150 minimum in my area and can go up to $200-$300.
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An ETA automatic (or any non-complication automatic) runs me $65 for servicing. My watchmaker charges the same from the stores he does services for --- $65. Those stores charge their customers $130 or more while paying my watchmaker $65 for the watch service actually conducted. It's not an uncommon practice. Go straight to the source.
 
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I'd rather pay more to have OEM warranty.
 
Also, over the past year or two, Omega has made it nearly impossible to source replacement parts for their newer watches unless you have a parts account with them.

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Grouch said:
Also, over the past year or two, Omega has made it nearly impossible to source replacement parts for their newer watches unless you have a parts account with them.

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That was the deal with the coaxials, so ppl now had to factor service in wanting a new Omega or sourcing a vintage one.
 
leghog said:
An ETA automatic (or any non-complication automatic) runs me $65 for servicing. My watchmaker charges the same from the stores he does services for --- $65. Those stores charge their customers $130 or more while paying my watchmaker $65 for the watch service actually conducted. It's not an uncommon practice. Go straight to the source.
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I know there is a markup. Unfortunately I cannot locate a watchmaker in the area.
Does anyone know anyone in Dallas, TX?
 
I just paid 1200 for a new crystal (shattered) and refurb for a Breitling Navitimer from the factory
 
Done! Should have it on Wednesday.
 
[video=youtube;5o0rVv13cL4]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5o0rVv13cL4[/video]
 
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Turns out it was running +5.2 seconds per day. Took it to my local watchmaker/jeweler and got it regulated much closer to COSC.

 
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