Ambiguous....

Jun 19, 2015,03:42 AM
 

Depending on interpretation. 


The "complete" needs to be qualified or it may be read as "full". 

If you want a movement service only, you need to make it clear. 

I usually add a series of "no", like no polishing, no dial and hands replacement, if this is what I want. 

Cheers,

Nilo

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What is your interpretation ....

 
 By: tic-toc : June 18th, 2015-05:34
when you send your watch for service and you tell the staff " complete overhaul only " ?! what would you expect your service center will perform on your watch ? what would you expect your service center will NOT perform on your watch ?

Ambiguous....

 
 By: nilomis : June 19th, 2015-03:42
Depending on interpretation. The "complete" needs to be qualified or it may be read as "full". If you want a movement service only, you need to make it clear. I usually add a series of "no", like no polishing, no dial and hands replacement, if this is wha... 

When a vintage connoisseur says 'only' . . .

 
 By: Dr No : June 19th, 2015-10:10
. . . with respect to servicing, they almost certainly are referring to just the movement. It's a different story for most others; a 'complete overhaul' to a person who doesn't collect could stretch to include case refinishing and external parts replaceme...