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Author:  Mr.C [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 6:17 am ]
Post subject:  769 restoration/overhaul
Hi I recently bought this 769 and I am planning to get it overhauled. Any comments on authenticity are greatly appreciated. The bridge looks like a replacement to me (as far as I know 769s came with premier movement only in 18k gold/ the bolt holding the bridge is the only one that is not corroded). The dial looks unmolested to me, but I am not an expert. So comments on that would be appreciated as well. the back is stamped 6135xx and 769 which would make it a 45.

Also if you do know where i can get he missing hand, please let me know.

thanks

chris
Author:  WatchFred [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 10:42 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
Chris, watch is quite nice - dial is in great condition, hands are correct, make sure u have it serviced before using it too much, does not look like it had any TLC in the last decade(s) ;)

would not worry about the bridge markings, they have been all over the board on the early 769 - justlike on all other 40s Breitlings, marking seems correct, not a late addition like so many others.

worry about the missing running seconds hand when all the rest is decided, most competent watchmakers should be able to help you here.
Author:  Mr.C [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 2:06 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
Thanks Fred,

It is already on its way to Graig for a complete overhaul, new Crystal and so forth...

Chris
Author:  WatchFred [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 2:34 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
well, the good news is that we have recently found a source for the correct 769 crystals, thanks to member saabreit, btw., as Ofrei in the US does not carry them they are on their way from the UK :D

great piece u have picke up here, it will be a wonderful watch.
Author:  Mr.C [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 2:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
Thanks again Fred,

Does that mean Graig won't have an original/correct Crystal? If so could I buy one via you/the forum and have it shipped to him?
Author:  WatchFred [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 3:03 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
no, in the contrary, correct crystals are on their way to Craig, have a 769 there waiting for that - should be no problem in the future.
Author:  Dr J [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 4:22 pm ]
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You'll have to post pics once Craig is done with it :-)
Author:  Mr.C [ Tue Jan 29, 2013 10:53 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
@ Fred: I misunderstood, but this is even better.

@ J: You bet I will.

Craig still is not sure if he has an original subsecond. So if any of you guys have a spare one...would be much appreciated.

Thanks

Chris
Author:  Mr.C [ Fri Feb 22, 2013 5:59 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
Graig just mailed me with pictures of the finished watch, It looks great I think. I am very pleased.
Author:  WatchFred [ Fri Feb 22, 2013 6:28 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
very pleased too, great piece; congrats !
Author:  vintage [ Fri Feb 22, 2013 6:28 am ]
Post subject:  Re: 769 restoration/overhaul
The watch looks great! Wore my new acquisition out a few days ago on it's original 1946 stainless strap. I will be sending to Craig soon for a checkup, and maybe a crystal swap, although it was previously serviced and running fine.

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