Dave G
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A San Marco Alarm, impulse buying and a sort of bonus...
May 29, 2015,02:29 AM
In 2004, I found myself in Europe for a few extra days and stumbled into a used watch dealer where I picked up this steel Ulysse Nardin San Marco Alarm Ref. 603-77. I bought it on impulse (I have better control these days), and it occupies a position in the back of the watch box. Should it stay or should it go -- I haven't decided. In any case, at 38mm, it wears nicely, the alarm works well and is quite loud, albeit harsh and the strap is worn well, comfortable, but with lots of life left.
The interesting add on was the parts in the box, returned from UN Europe when serviced inclusive of dial, hands, seals and buckle. I've had many other watches serviced and with the exception of a Rolex Submariner serviced by Rolex in the Philippines, parts never come back. In any case, something extra to float around in my box of knick knacks. If requested, will Brands return the components replaced? -- after all, they were paid for with the purchase.
Dave
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A San Marco Alarm, impulse buying and a sort of bonus...
By: Dave G : May 29th, 2015-02:29
In 2004, I found myself in Europe for a few extra days and stumbled into a used watch dealer where I picked up this steel Ulysse Nardin San Marco Alarm Ref. 603-77. I bought it on impulse (I have better control these days), and it occupies a position in t...
No they don't
By: drphileasfogg : May 29th, 2015-05:02
return parts in general, that's my understanding. VC did not return the old crown from my vintage piece, and as far as I know it is the same for Patek. It is a bit annoying but I believe that they simply don't want parts to be sold on ebay or use to build...
I expect you are quite...
By: Dave G : May 29th, 2015-08:18
I expect you are quite right, but it seems wrong given ownership of the sum of the parts, especially where there is some intrinsic material value as in a gold crown. On 29 May, 2015, at 8:03 pm, www watchprosite < [Email address suppressed for privacy]...
Often depends on the material ...
By: Marcus Hanke : May 31st, 2015-09:35
Golden parts, like crowns, are often not returned. But then - this is the official position - the price of the replacemenpt part already calculates the material value of the old piece kept. Otherwise, it would be illegal. As a general rule, I receive the ...
GO does (or did)
By: Sleeper : October 16th, 2021-17:51
When my GO Karree perpetual was serviced, an old parts bag was returned to me.
I understand gears, seals and...
By: Dave G : May 29th, 2015-08:12
I understand gears, seals and crowns wear for sure, but the base plate is a surprise. On mine, I can't see anything wrong with the dial or the buckle...but they were changed. On 29 May, 2015, at 9:01 pm, www watchprosite < [Email address suppressed for...
Will remain a mystery. I...
By: Dave G : May 31st, 2015-16:51
Will remain a mystery. I bought the watch at a vintage store in Europe and the spare parts were in a service bag in the box with the watch with no service paperwork. Dials and buckles are identical and look as new. On 1 Jun, 2015, at 12:36 am, www watchpr...
nice piece!
By: Ancienne Le Brassus : May 29th, 2015-07:00
Looks beautiful and I haven't seen it very often. What would make you keep this piece after all? Except the hassle of having to sell it? Just curious, I think it's a beauty! :) HAGWE, S
I don't tend to sell...
By: Dave G : May 29th, 2015-08:08
I don't tend to sell many watches at all...there are those that I never tire of, and then some that fall out of favour. There a a few that I have sold and I have regretted a couple. On 29 May, 2015, at 10:00 pm, www watchprosite < [Email address suppre...
I always liked the Alarm ...
By: Marcus Hanke : June 6th, 2015-06:12
... at that time, the AS movement was not very exclusive,with Maurice Lacroix, Girard Perregaux, Baume & Mercier, Nivrel, Revue Thommen and many others using it. Today, it has become a rarity. Marcus
