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Re: seamaster unrealiability and service cost

: my seamaster pro chrono automatic that cost 1900 is a donkey of a
: watch losing up to 15mins a month ,i have taken it back to the
: shop where i purchased it and they inturn sent it back to
: omega,lo and behold 3 wks later omega inform me that it needs a
: full service at a cost of £300!!!! to say i was shocked is a
: under statement as the watch is only 3 months out of warranty.

: as far as i am concerned they can stick it where the sun don't
: shine

: many thanks

If its three months out of warranty what can you expect? If a watchmaker works on a watch in warranty, he submits his bill to the manufacturer, and is reimbursed by the manufacturer. Out of warranty you the owner have to pay, why should you expect the watchmaker? It's just plain business.

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