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Why The Caseback Was Not Removed For Engraving.

In Response To: Re: Engraving Stopped My SMP !? ()

: Why didn't you have the case back removed from
: the watch before engraving it?

Dear Common Man,

The engraver reckoned that removing the caseback would break the little red seal between the caseback and the rest of the watch. This could be perceived as evidence that the watch's mechanism and water resistant seals had been tampered with, hence the warranty would become invalid.

It appears that engraving, casebacks, seals and warranties could be a classic "Catch 22".

Appreciating the advice,

Magnus