divebuddy1963
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V&C 6378Q Crown and Buckle
Mar 18, 2016,15:15 PM
I wonder if I can still purchase an original crown and buckle for my watch, is there a place that sells vintage watch parts?
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VC 6378
By: divebuddy1963 : March 17th, 2016-09:26
I have just purchased the watch I have dreamed of owning! It is the VC 6378 and I searched for a long time to find an original unrestored example. I would like your views/comments on the originality of the watch particularly the crown dial and hands. The ...
V&C
By: Tony C. : March 17th, 2016-10:38
Vintage V&C are widely undervalued at the moment, but even in that context, it was a very reasonable deal, assuming that the movement is clean and correct. Regards, Tony C.
V&C 6378Q
By: divebuddy1963 : March 18th, 2016-01:40
Thanks for your comments. The movement is clean and runs to about 5-10 seconds a day! Not bad for a 50 year old watch.
V&C 6378Q Crown and Buckle
By: divebuddy1963 : March 18th, 2016-15:15
I wonder if I can still purchase an original crown and buckle for my watch, is there a place that sells vintage watch parts?
Oh man, you paid way too much!
By: Tick Talk : March 17th, 2016-10:41
Considering it was listed for $595 new in the 1967 V&C price list ;-) Congrats on a nice clean piece with original dial and hands. Crown may not be original, its taller than shown in my reference photos (should also have a slight dome). I wouldn't wor...
VC 6378Q
By: divebuddy1963 : March 17th, 2016-11:23
Thanks for your reply. There is a hallmark on the lug but it is worn!
Looks like a great catch!
By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : March 17th, 2016-19:05
I am no VC vintage expert but yours look very charming and elegant to me A timeless classic you have there. Bravo! Thanks for sharing the pics with us Cheers Robin
V&C 6378
By: divebuddy1963 : March 18th, 2016-01:43
Thanks for your comments Robin. Yes I agree with you, really is a timeless classic! I will keep this for life!