What watch do wear

Rbrown · 08-22-2021, 01:37 PM

Anybody recommend a good jewellery's cleaning / polishing cloth for their watch?

Have had a good one for a number of years, but time to treat myself to a new one!!!!

NotGotABimmer23 · 08-23-2021, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

Anybody recommend a good jewellery's cleaning / polishing cloth for their watch?

Have had a good one for a number of years, but time to treat myself to a new one!!!!

Cape cod for polishing. Soap and water for cleaning, with a very soft toothbrush.

BBri89 · 08-23-2021, 10:18 AM

Any recommendations for how often you get your automatic movements serviced/cleaned?

My power reserve has dropped right down in the last week, and think it is probably accumulation of dirt or lack of oil in the mechanism stopping the mainspring turning.
Would have had it serviced last year but everywhere closed up and never got round to it, but it's going for one tomorrow.

How often for preventative maintenance in the future though?

planemad · 08-23-2021, 03:13 PM

TWR watch repairs. https://www.twrwatchrepairs.co.uk/

Top guys - watch nuts - very transparent pricing.

They are also an accredited omega and Sinn service centre

Panchoa · 08-23-2021, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by planemad

TWR watch repairs. https://www.twrwatchrepairs.co.uk/

Top guys - watch nuts - very transparent pricing.

They are also an accredited omega and Sinn service centre

Doohhh……just sent my omega off for a full service and restoration…..which was £560. These guys are half the price

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Are they accredited Omega specialists????

My Breitling navitimer needs a service too. Might use these guys if they are good….?

Somebloke · 08-23-2021, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by BBri89

Any recommendations for how often you get your automatic movements serviced/cleaned?

I'm in the camp where it's sent in only when it's not running right e.g. not running to COSC specs; gaining/losing 10s+ a day. Some owners will do preventative maintenance by servicing them every 4 or 5 years.

It also depends on the watch. I sent a 2003 watch for it's first service last year after 17 years (I wear them on rotation); contrast that with a high beat El Primero which has had 4 services in the same period.

Pentland · 08-23-2021, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Panchoa

Doohhh……just sent my omega off for a full service and restoration…..which was £560. These guys are half the price

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Are they accredited Omega specialists????

My Breitling navitimer needs a service too. Might use these guys if they are good….?

Prices say “from” and I couldn’t see Omega on the price list

Panchoa · 08-23-2021, 04:29 PM

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Prices say “from” and I couldn’t see Omega on the price list

Yeah true but just assumed it would be the same as the breitling, Tag etc

JustChris · 08-24-2021, 02:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Somebloke

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Originally Posted by BBri89

Any recommendations for how often you get your automatic movements serviced/cleaned?

I'm in the camp where it's sent in only when it's not running right e.g. not running to COSC specs; gaining/losing 10s+ a day. Some owners will do preventative maintenance by servicing them every 4 or 5 years.

It also depends on the watch. I sent a 2003 watch for it's first service last year after 17 years (I wear them on rotation); contrast that with a high beat El Primero which has had 4 services in the same period.

Exactly this for me. 21 old omega been serviced twice… the second time only because it was free!!

MashinBenzin · 08-24-2021, 02:42 AM

9 year old Omega never been serviced, nor it's younger brother. Should really get it preventative you done in the next year or two.

stefan4 · 08-24-2021, 09:13 AM

Need to get my tag f1 automatic serviced, had it about 5 years now and the power reserve is noticeably shortened. I've also managed to crack the ceramic bezel so looking to get that sorted, might give these guys a go rather than sending it back to Tag.

scooba0010 · 09-01-2021, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by planemad

TWR watch repairs. https://www.twrwatchrepairs.co.uk/

Top guys - watch nuts - very transparent pricing.

They are also an accredited omega and Sinn service centre

I have to agree Seth who owns TWR is a fabulous guy and been around forever , never have I heard any complaints

mcoops · 09-02-2021, 08:04 AM

Having historically swapped back and forth between my Omega Seamaster and Apple watches, I fancied giving myself a couple of other options without spending a fortune.

The Spinnaker is for daily wear, while the Nordgreen is intended as something simple/understated for when the occasion demands something a bit smarter.

I know these won't appeal to everyone as they are not exactly precision instruments, but I think they look great for the price point.

Rbrown · 09-24-2021, 02:42 AM

Guys.

Wondering what people do for insurance for watches in excess of £3k.

I have them added to my home insurance policy. Wondering if a watch specific policy would be better?

Keen to hear what others do.

Many thanks.

Nibbles · 09-24-2021, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

Guys.

Wondering what people do for insurance for watches in excess of £3k.

I have them added to my home insurance policy. Wondering if a watch specific policy would be better?

Keen to hear what others do.

Many thanks.

Mine are just named on the home insurance along with Mrs Nibbles jewellery and some artwork. I've never looked in to separate insurance.

isleaiw1 · 09-24-2021, 04:04 AM

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Mine are just named on the home insurance along with Mrs Nibbles jewellery and some artwork. I've never looked in to separate insurance.

same here. Sadly none of the additional things are mine but I seem to pay for it.... hmmm

MashinBenzin · 09-24-2021, 04:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

Guys.

Wondering what people do for insurance for watches in excess of £3k.

I have them added to my home insurance policy. Wondering if a watch specific policy would be better?

Keen to hear what others do.

Many thanks.

I've got them in a big, strong, heavy safe with other bits and pieces and insured. The safe gives a lot more peace of mind than the insurance.

BBri89 · 09-24-2021, 04:19 AM

I've got my watch (about £2500 to buy new currently) and my wife's engagement ring (fair bit more than that) and a couple other things insured through a specific jewellery and high-value items policy, 4 items totalling about £10k.

Worldwide cover, includes any kind of loss/theft/damage, and pays out cash straight to BACS, rather than jewellery vouchers which many home insurance policies do.
Couple of caveats like if you're in a hotel and leave it unattended in the room they must be kept in a safe or theft won't be covered, but nothing surprising there.

Costs us about £150/year. Home insurance wanted £10 a month more for the two items anyway, plus if we did have to claim, don't want it to affect our home insurance premiums.
And it hasn't gone up in price for 3 years now either.

Rbrown · 09-24-2021, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by BBri89

I've got my watch (about £2500 to buy new currently) and my wife's engagement ring (fair bit more than that) and a couple other things insured through a specific jewellery and high-value items policy, 4 items totalling about £10k.

Worldwide cover, includes any kind of loss/theft/damage, and pays out cash straight to BACS, rather than jewellery vouchers which many home insurance policies do.
Couple of caveats like if you're in a hotel and leave it unattended in the room they must be kept in a safe or theft won't be covered, but nothing surprising there.

Costs us about £150/year. Home insurance wanted £10 a month more for the two items anyway, plus if we did have to claim, don't want it to affect our home insurance premiums.
And it hasn't gone up in price for 3 years now either.

Thanks. Do you mind me asking who the cover is with?

BBri89 · 09-24-2021, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

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Originally Posted by BBri89

I've got my watch (about £2500 to buy new currently) and my wife's engagement ring (fair bit more than that) and a couple other things insured through a specific jewellery and high-value items policy, 4 items totalling about £10k.

Worldwide cover, includes any kind of loss/theft/damage, and pays out cash straight to BACS, rather than jewellery vouchers which many home insurance policies do.
Couple of caveats like if you're in a hotel and leave it unattended in the room they must be kept in a safe or theft won't be covered, but nothing surprising there.

Costs us about £150/year. Home insurance wanted £10 a month more for the two items anyway, plus if we did have to claim, don't want it to affect our home insurance premiums.
And it hasn't gone up in price for 3 years now either.

Thanks. Do you mind me asking who the cover is with?

Highworth Insurance is the broker, can't remember who the underwriter is

JustChris · 09-24-2021, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

Guys.

Wondering what people do for insurance for watches in excess of £3k.

I have them added to my home insurance policy. Wondering if a watch specific policy would be better?

Keen to hear what others do.

Many thanks.

I also do this.

AKA awakened confessions time 'yes….it was £7k'…pause.

Rbrown · 09-24-2021, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by BBri89

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Originally Posted by Rbrown

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Originally Posted by BBri89

I've got my watch (about £2500 to buy new currently) and my wife's engagement ring (fair bit more than that) and a couple other things insured through a specific jewellery and high-value items policy, 4 items totalling about £10k.

Worldwide cover, includes any kind of loss/theft/damage, and pays out cash straight to BACS, rather than jewellery vouchers which many home insurance policies do.
Couple of caveats like if you're in a hotel and leave it unattended in the room they must be kept in a safe or theft won't be covered, but nothing surprising there.

Costs us about £150/year. Home insurance wanted £10 a month more for the two items anyway, plus if we did have to claim, don't want it to affect our home insurance premiums.
And it hasn't gone up in price for 3 years now either.

Thanks. Do you mind me asking who the cover is with?

Highworth Insurance is the broker, can't remember who the underwriter is

Just out of interest. Phoned for a quote.

In summary £140per annum for 3 watches valued at £4K, £3.5k and £3k.

Taking them out of home insurance saves me £90. Cover no where near as good as excess of £150 and need to confirm if like for like replacement.

Third world problems!!!! 😂

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BBri89 Captain 516 Rep 749 Posts Drives: F31 320d xDrive M Sport Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: West Sussex, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW 320d xDriv ... [0.00]	Any recommendations for how often you get your automatic movements serviced/cleaned? My power reserve has dropped right down in the last week, and think it is probably accumulation of dirt or lack of oil in the mechanism stopping the mainspring turning. Would have had it serviced last year but everywhere closed up and never got round to it, but it's going for one tomorrow. How often for preventative maintenance in the future though? __________________ 2015 F31 320d xDrive M Sport (Plus pack) *My progress thread*
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planemad Lieutenant Colonel 773 Rep 1,643 Posts Drives: 2020 Audi SQ7 & 2019 AM DB11 Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: The Democratic Peoples Republic Of South East England iTrader: (0)	TWR watch repairs. https://www.twrwatchrepairs.co.uk/ Top guys - watch nuts - very transparent pricing. They are also an accredited omega and Sinn service centre
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MashinBenzin Major General 8459 Rep 8,783 Posts Drives: Eiger D5 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: UK iTrader: (0)	9 year old Omega never been serviced, nor it's younger brother. Should really get it preventative you done in the next year or two. __________________ Drives - 2020 LR Discovery HSE-L Previous - 2019 LR Discovery HSE-L // 2016 F36 440i // 2009 E90 320D SE
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stefan4 Colonel 1084 Rep 2,376 Posts Drives: 340i on order Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: sheffield iTrader: (0)	Need to get my tag f1 automatic serviced, had it about 5 years now and the power reserve is noticeably shortened. I've also managed to crack the ceramic bezel so looking to get that sorted, might give these guys a go rather than sending it back to Tag. __________________ Current - X3m Comp Gone but not forgotten - F80 m3 Comp, F30 340i, F30 - 320i
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mcoops Lieutenant Colonel 1757 Rep 1,705 Posts Drives: Short term lease Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: England iTrader: (0)	Having historically swapped back and forth between my Omega Seamaster and Apple watches, I fancied giving myself a couple of other options without spending a fortune. The Spinnaker is for daily wear, while the Nordgreen is intended as something simple/understated for when the occasion demands something a bit smarter. I know these won't appeal to everyone as they are not exactly precision instruments, but I think they look great for the price point. Attached Images __________________
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Rbrown Brigadier General 2766 Rep 4,576 Posts Drives: X3 M40i Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Glasgow iTrader: (0)	Guys. Wondering what people do for insurance for watches in excess of £3k. I have them added to my home insurance policy. Wondering if a watch specific policy would be better? Keen to hear what others do. Many thanks.
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BBri89 Captain 516 Rep 749 Posts Drives: F31 320d xDrive M Sport Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: West Sussex, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2015 BMW 320d xDriv ... [0.00]	I've got my watch (about £2500 to buy new currently) and my wife's engagement ring (fair bit more than that) and a couple other things insured through a specific jewellery and high-value items policy, 4 items totalling about £10k. Worldwide cover, includes any kind of loss/theft/damage, and pays out cash straight to BACS, rather than jewellery vouchers which many home insurance policies do. Couple of caveats like if you're in a hotel and leave it unattended in the room they must be kept in a safe or theft won't be covered, but nothing surprising there. Costs us about £150/year. Home insurance wanted £10 a month more for the two items anyway, plus if we did have to claim, don't want it to affect our home insurance premiums. And it hasn't gone up in price for 3 years now either. __________________ 2015 F31 320d xDrive M Sport (Plus pack) *My progress thread*
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