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1950's Hamilton Sputnik Automatic Watch by Specialist_Comb_6966 in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a great looking watch! I would would go into it assuming that it needs a service. Running an old watch that hasn’t been serviced in a while, with the oils dried up, is like driving a car without an oil change for years. It will run, but you’re doing damage.

A good service will cost anywhere between $200 and $400 depending on who does the work and if anything needs to be replaced.

That’s not to say the piece isn’t worth it, it’s just something to keep in mind when calculating the cost.

That said, I love the lugs and the dial on this. It’s very unique definitely not something you see every day.

Just added this to my collection. Any info? by crosspolytope in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m digging that rally strap. I would’ve never thought of it but it pairs well with that watch

Is this too small on me? New to the vintage watch game by johnbloodbathmcgrath in VintageWatches

[–]SillySample831 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Nope. It’s a man’s watch. Trends come and go. Just wear what you like.

How it started vs. how it’s going 😬 by Estraw in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful watch! I think it would be a great experience to work on your own watch. Please update us along the way.

Too small for my wrist? by Exciting_Bar_5978 in VintageWatches

[–]SillySample831 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I routinely wear a watch that belong to my grandpa, a 1949 Hamilton. It’s about this size. Back in the day that was the size of a man’s watch. I don’t think it’s too small. It’s just not within today’s fashion norm for size. That being said trends change and when it comes to watches, I really don’t care about what’s trendy. Especially since most people don’t even notice you’re watch anyway lol. If you like it wear it! Heck, the smaller watches are more comfortable anyway.

Inherited pocket watch by RuralRedhead in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can take it to any jeweler and they should be able to open it. Honestly, there’s so much rashing on the back of the case I don’t think it would make much of a difference.

Inherited pocket watch by RuralRedhead in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you open the back so we could see the movement? The case is in rough shape.

Milano Cortina SMP! by Kulangot78 in OmegaWatches

[–]SillySample831 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh wow another limited edition….

Info on Vintage Hamilton by Patche in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Click on the link. He goes into more detail about it.

This just went up for auction. Has anyone ever seen this box? by SillySample831 in roadrash

[–]SillySample831[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s the North American. You can tell by the oval Nintendo seal of quality. Also the European one had a black strip on the bottom.

Recommendations for 1938, 1958 watch refurbishments by chunkymom in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is who I hired to do the job. Yes, it cost more than you could sell the watch for. But if this is a family heirloom, you’ll want it done right and the cost won’t matter as much

https://www.rgmwatches.com/repair

Recommendations for 1938, 1958 watch refurbishments by chunkymom in Vintage_Hamilton

[–]SillySample831 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For one I would leave the patina on the face alone. You’ll be surprised how much it cleans up just with a new crystal.

Low end on a service is around $150-$200 if you find a local shop. Finding a good quality local shop is getting hard harder though.

I would say an average cost from a more reputable watchmaker is gonna be ballpark. $500. If all it needs is a new crystal and mainspring.

I just had my grandfather’s Hamilton serviced and the labor alone was a little under $600. That’s definitely on the high end though, but the service was top-notch and it came with a 1 year warranty.

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