Vintage
Legtayor's journey to restore a vintage Girard Perregaux Railtimer highlights the challenges and rewards of collecting watches with historical significance. His experience with a Canadian market model, acquired as 'parts only,' underscores the dedication required to bring a timepiece back to life, even when original components prove elusive. This article explores the nuances of vintage watch restoration through his personal account.
Welcome to WPS 😊, how did you get into watches?
Thanks! Have had "watches" for about 20 years, but nothing more than a typical Fossil/Nixon. Then in 2019 on a trip I came across a small selection of vintage stuff at a flea market and it went downhill from there. I now have a mix of modern and vintage, but leans heavily vintage. No other GPs at the moment.
I'm torn. I do like it, but in it's current state it will continue to flake and interfere with the hands. I've thought about asking my watchmaker to seal it but that would likely make it worse. For now, the remaining enamel seems stable.
The movement is serviced, so the dial is the only issue. I can't find any sold comparable online, so not sure where to price it.
Thanks for getting back to us with the news. 🤝
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