She loves it, but got it from her Mom, who didn’t really take proper care for it. for a Rolex original). A normal Rolex overhaul ranges from $600 to $1000 and will vary depending on your model, its condition and the type of service needed. Do you need to service that? I brought my watch in to replace the rubber watch band on my Hublot. They told us that the total time to service a Grand Seiko is no longer than 4 weeks. Do get multiple quotes, though; the first jeweler quoted me nearly twice that. This article was originally written by Alexander Krupp for our sister-publication WatchTime.net (German). All watches are repaired on a first-come first-served basis. How about Seiko? Our turnaround time varies with our current work backlog and the time we take with each watch we service. This will also make sure you won’t be disappointed when it takes a bit longer than normal (or planned). Your car needs a service every year where they will change the oil, do checks with regards to the brakes, steering, gearbox, tires and so on. Jewellery Cleaning Spray. In the event of a fault covered by this warranty, we will, at our discretion and without cost, repair or replace any spare parts and/or rectify any faults as identified by our customer service. Also known as a COA (Cleaning, oiling and adjusting) Over time watch movements dry … Overhaul pricing starts at $75 . You can help preserve your watch’s lustre by cleaning it occasionally with a cloth. Maintenance service. It will accompany you through life and continue to give you the time with beauty and precision, if it regularly receives the best care. 0808 122 1969. My aunt has an old mechanical Chaika watch from the USSR, the factory closed down years ago that has a huge emotional value to her. Submariner, Submariner Date, Sea-Dweller, Explorer, Explorer II, GMT-Master II, Milgauss, Movement overhaul; Polishing case and bracelet; Gasket replacements; Replacement of worn-out parts,  including crown-tube (additional costs for precious metal parts), Three-hand watches (without/with Ar-technology). These cookies allow us to deliver tailor-made advertisements to you on third party websites based on your interests in our products and services manifested during your visit on our Website. The service frequency depends on the use of the watch and the environment in which it is worn. To find out more about cookies, please also see our Cookie Notice. I agree that this Website uses cookies and similar technologies for providing me this Website and its functionalities, for obtaining insights about its use and for providing me relevant advertisements. However, some watches are so complicated that they need to be send to the head quarters of the brand. Most of them are certified service centers (or are connected to one) and can do the service themselves. Automatic chronographs (Zenith- or in-house TAG-Heuer movements). Service for Grand Seiko can’t be given in every country, some times the watch needs to be send back to Japan. IWC). Replace what needs to be replaced or repaired. Clean all parts in specialist chemical baths using automated cleaning machines. The same goes for your mechanical watch, it needs an oil change every once in a while and some parts need to be checked for wear and tear (think about the wear on those little gear trains for example). As you will see below, watch manufacturers are able to give you a detailed overview of what’s include (and what’s not). Ever wondered how the price of watch servicing is calculated? A replacement of all gaskets from the case, tube, and crown. So it could be wise to ask around. If your brand is not in the list below, ask your dealer/boutique. Complications (i.e. The good thing about Seiko are the low prices for servicing. Movement overhaul; Polishing case and bracelet; Gasket replacements; Double-sided Reverso with extra functions, Movement overhaul; Polishing case and bracelet; Gasket replacements; New hands (higher price for gold hands), new crown, new tubes, new pushers,  Heliumvalve and plexi crystal (additional costs for ceramic parts or parts of precious metal), Movement overhaul; Polishing case and bracelet; Gasket replacements; New hands (higher price for gold hands), new crown, new tubes, new pushers, plexi crystal (additional costs for parts of precious metal), Movement overhaul; Polishing case and bracelet; Gasket replacements; New hands, new crown  (additional costs for parts of precious metal). And most important of all: What are the costs? Therefore, we recommend that you have the water resistance checked once a year and a complete service performed every 5 to 8 years.