I think it varies on a case by case basis

Apr 03, 2021,21:56 PM
 

Something from 1980s and 1990s will be serviced with relative ease, especially if there is no need for an extensive work.

If you go into more complicated things I know AP used to create custom pieces to service their e.g. pocket watches if the damage was really significant. Of course Patek will also repair any watch they made ever.
On the other hand I read on this forum someone was refused a service from GP for their 1960s watch.

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servicing pre-richemont models?

 
 By: Dchang81 : April 3rd, 2021-17:08
any issues with the richemont service center for the pre-richemont models? haven't had the greatest experience with that service center for other brands

I had serviced my IWC pilot 3706 (made in 2005- was it in pre-richemont ?) In 2018

 
 By: hoseachandra : April 3rd, 2021-17:40
And everything went great, the service time was as expected, around 4 weeks. Only the re-finishing of the case, particularly the brushed finish, was not satisfying. Unlike Rolex which done a very good job on re-finishing job. Just last november I sent my ... 

Richemont acquired IWC in 2000.

 
 By: India Whiskey Charlie : April 4th, 2021-07:42

I think it varies on a case by case basis

 
 By: CastorKrieg : April 3rd, 2021-21:56
Something from 1980s and 1990s will be serviced with relative ease, especially if there is no need for an extensive work. If you go into more complicated things I know AP used to create custom pieces to service their e.g. pocket watches if the damage was ...