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Post by mike on Oct 17, 2005 17:59:23 GMT -6
Just a note on the accuracy of my Father's Hamilton Railway Special pocket watch that I recently had serviced.
After one week it has gained 1 sec.!
I may cut up an old belt for a strap and really get into the "Big Watch" scene. ;D
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Post by udxtdk9 on Oct 17, 2005 19:44:54 GMT -6
I recently had an old Illinois "Bunn Special" serviced with similar results. they really knew how to make them back then!
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Post by mike on Oct 17, 2005 19:51:22 GMT -6
That's great udx,my next project is to send the Ball out for service. It would be great to have similar results.
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Post by maccars on Oct 18, 2005 9:27:17 GMT -6
Guys,
I keep telling my Rolex and Omega friends (btw, I own one of each) that these antique pocket watches will wax their 4 figure wristwatches! ;D
Seriously, a properly serviced and maintained 20th Century pocket watch is capable of +/- 1 sec./day accuracy. The railroads demanded that level of performance, and companies like Hamilton, Elgin, Rockford, Hampden, Illinois, and Waltham stepped up to the bar.
Let's hear it for these classic performers!
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Post by maccars on Oct 18, 2005 9:32:52 GMT -6
That's great udx,my next project is to send the Ball out for service. It would be great to have similar results. Oh, and Mike - your Ball is probably capable of being the most accurate of the bunch. It has an early Hamilton 999 movement - one of the best ever! |
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Post by mike on Oct 18, 2005 11:08:50 GMT -6
Hi Pat, I must say I am so impressed! Lately I've found myself checking my other watches against the Hamilton!!  |
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Post by udxtdk9 on Oct 18, 2005 15:51:55 GMT -6
Soon as I am near my watchmaker, I'm going to drop off an old Hamilton 992b, and hope I can get similar results. I think they like to work on those old beauties!
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Post by mike on Oct 18, 2005 17:23:34 GMT -6
Soon as I am near my watchmaker, I'm going to drop off an old Hamilton 992b, and hope I can get similar results. I think they like to work on those old beauties! I think you're right,my had a simle on his face! |
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Post by maccars on Oct 19, 2005 13:55:12 GMT -6
Soon as I am near my watchmaker, I'm going to drop off an old Hamilton 992b, and hope I can get similar results. I think they like to work on those old beauties! UD - When you get your 992b back, it sure would be great if you posted some pics. I can't get enough of these watches! Pat |
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