The watch is special to me but the sentimental value will pass when I do. Doesn't make any sense to keep it in a drawer IMO. I've gotten an estimate of $400 to service it to make it run like new and I might consider having that done. If I sell it I'll certainly offer it here, but from what I've...
Jim, my Grandfather purchased it in Italy when he returned to visit his hometown sometime in the early 1960's. Someone in his family owned a jewelry store. He bought back several items. My Dad inherited it and it was in new condition when he got it. My Mom told me he never wore it because it...
Thanks so much for the reply. So the dilemma is it has sentimental value but I don't wear watches nor do my 2 children (and they're women). So the choices are to sell it to someone who would appreciate it and wear it or sell it for the gold value. If I want to get it serviced so that it doesn't...
I own this watch. It has never been worn to my knowledge and is in very good condition. It runs fast however and I'm wondering where would be a reputable place to get it repaired.
Also, I've not been able to locate an identical watch searching the Internet, so I'm wondering if it is fairly...