Fair price for servicing

Jun 11, 2008,16:04 PM
 

I have a working Speedmaster mark2 Pro 1969 Omega watch and it seems that the gaskets have worn. My watch has condensation build up under the crystal as well as a small gouge  near the side.  Other than that it runs fine.  Recently I have taken it  to a repair shop to get a quote for the service.

They want $620 with tax  for the servicing..

That includes a few parts and a "cleaning that will make it look like new". I also image them doing a full service on it.

This seems like a steep price for a servicing. They want to replace the Crystal ($80) and gaskets (80 dollars) and maybe something else ( I forgot what he said).

So he is going to charge me lets say max 240 bucks for parts  380 for service, including the clean.

Does the sounds like a fair offer?

I already found a parts website that lists the crystal:
Omega Crystal TN5146 Tach $45.00 
I dont see how the gaskets can be $80

What do you guys think?






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 By: MasterBlaster : June 11th, 2008-16:36
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