Horological Meandering - Vintage watch repair in Hong Kong

Vintage watch repair in Hong Kong

Mar 03, 2023,05:49 AM

Hi there,

I recently bought 3 vintage watches with rather unique movements I’m looking to service and repair in Hong Kong. I was wondering if anyone can share their experiences or insights on this matter. The 3 watches I need to fix up are as follows:

1) Favre-Leuba Bivouac 53213 (1960s)

-Peseau 320 movement

-excellent timekeeping

-but altimeter needs recalibration since it is 30m higher that actual

2) Mido Multi Centerchrono (1940s)

-ValJoux VZ movement w/ central chronograph hands

-excellent timekeeping

-but chrono minute counter doesn’t reset or zero properly

3) Seiko 7016-8001 (1970s)

-seiko flyback chronograph movement

-needs regulation and gasket changes

-also have a cleaner dial to replace the old one

So far, my research has shown that Classic Watches, Yokookies and Dagaz may be options. Out of which, Classic Watches seems to be the highest end. However, forum reviews in the last few years have share horror stories. Budget isn’t really a problem, but I’m looking for a good watch repairer with good service and doesn’t take shortcuts on fixing up these more complicated timepieces. Any help would be much appreciated!

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I’ve had some bad experiences

By: Esharp : March 3rd, 2023-10:14

…with one repairer, forget their name but they were on the lower ground floor of a building on Nathan Road just by Chungking Mansions. That was an expensive service which ended with a watch with loose parts rattling around inside. Not ideal. I’d suggest t...

Thanks for the pointers

By: fairfax : March 5th, 2023-08:27

I definitely avoid the ones near Chungking! And much appreciated about Raymond. I may have seen him before but never used his service. Will try to chat him up to see if he has any thoughts. Will keep you posted if it turns out ok!