Some here know that my 1966 Sherpa Graph Mark III is a one-of-a-kind watch where, years ago, due to rust on the central hands, the hands were painted white:
I realize that some would have continued to enjoy it "as is" as have I until now, but I decided some time ago that I would eventually restore it to its original state, minus normal wear to the case.
Apart from a couple of tiny and unique dark flecks in the lume at 9 and 3, the dial is in superb condition.
As of this afternoon it is on its way to RGM in Mt. Joy, Pa. for a full service and to swap out the central hands. I was fortunate enough to obtain the paddle hands from Lars and the lollipop seconds from Yves.
In the meantime, this will be my daily driver for a while:
I just got this watch back from RGM and it is running like a new watch with a strong beat up to 323 degrees in the dial-up position fully wound and with a beat error rate of from 0.0 to 0.3 msecs depending upon position.
Turnaround time is pretty good at the moment. I am hoping to the the S.G. III back in 2 to 3 months.
Stay tuned for the return!
I realize that some would have continued to enjoy it "as is" as have I until now, but I decided some time ago that I would eventually restore it to its original state, minus normal wear to the case.
Apart from a couple of tiny and unique dark flecks in the lume at 9 and 3, the dial is in superb condition.
As of this afternoon it is on its way to RGM in Mt. Joy, Pa. for a full service and to swap out the central hands. I was fortunate enough to obtain the paddle hands from Lars and the lollipop seconds from Yves.
In the meantime, this will be my daily driver for a while:
I just got this watch back from RGM and it is running like a new watch with a strong beat up to 323 degrees in the dial-up position fully wound and with a beat error rate of from 0.0 to 0.3 msecs depending upon position.
Turnaround time is pretty good at the moment. I am hoping to the the S.G. III back in 2 to 3 months.
Stay tuned for the return!
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not a bad replacement for now though!
