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Chrono-matic 2111 1969
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Author:  dnosmith [ Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:10 am ]
Post subject:  Chrono-matic 2111 1969
Hi, I have just bought a 1969 Chrono-matic steel 2111 and was wondering if anyone could advise me in which direction you should wind this model on a watch winder ?? thanks
Author:  Roffensian [ Mon Jan 30, 2012 11:15 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
Please don't put this on a winder.

The automatic winding on these pieces is one of the more fragile elements and are not very easy to repair because of the problem of obtaining parts. Just manually wind it, or wind it and set it when you plan to wear it - much safer.
Author:  dnosmith [ Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:00 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
Im not going to wear it very often , won't I have issues with the lubricants becoming congealed ?
Author:  Roffensian [ Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:03 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
dnosmith wrote:
Im not going to wear it very often , won't I have issues with the lubricants becoming congealed ?



If it's been serviced with modern oils (Moebius Syntalube) then the problem is going to come from oils breaksing down with age and that's a predictable process regardless of usage.

A monthly wind will ensure that the oils don't migrate from where they are needed.
Author:  dnosmith [ Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:11 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
I've just purchased the watch and will send it to Breitling ASAP to access what work might be required to bring it up to scratch , many thanks
Author:  Roffensian [ Mon Jan 30, 2012 12:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
dnosmith wrote:
I've just purchased the watch and will send it to Breitling ASAP to access what work might be required to bring it up to scratch , many thanks


Don't send it to Breitling. Not sure where you are, but in most jurisdictions Breitling don't work on vintage pieces and where they do they charge a fortune.

Get in touch with member chronodeco (Craig) and see if he can help you out. He is the preferred watchmaker of the forum and has many, many satisfied customers. He's in the US but members from around the world use him.
Author:  WatchFred [ Tue Jan 31, 2012 3:29 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
Roffensian wrote:
dnosmith wrote:
I've just purchased the watch and will send it to Breitling ASAP to access what work might be required to bring it up to scratch , many thanks


Don't send it to Breitling. Not sure where you are, but in most jurisdictions Breitling don't work on vintage pieces and where they do they charge a fortune.

Get in touch with member chronodeco (Craig) and see if he can help you out. He is the preferred watchmaker of the forum and has many, many satisfied customers. He's in the US but members from around the world use him.

:yeahthat
just a voice from Europe; more or less wherever you are in the world, Craig would be your best choice; a short search for chronodeco and/or Craig will show you examples and feedback.
Author:  dnosmith [ Wed Feb 01, 2012 1:48 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Chrono-matic 2111 1969
I was told by my local dealer that Breitling would work on the watch but now I'm interested what Craig can do
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