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Re: Seamaster 300m running fast.- May need cleaning, oiling,
In Response To: Re: Seamaster 300m running fast.- May need cleaning, oiling, ()

: It is also possible that the balance wheel is gummed up a
: bit, particularly if your watch sat in a display at the jewelery
: store for a year or so before it was sold to you. The
: lubricating oils can settle in areas if the watch remains
: stationary too long, especially under hot, bright showcase
: lights, resulting in the balance wheel not making its full
: swing. Well, at least that's what my local watchmaker told me.
: However, the above response could be true too so his advise is
: sound. Take it to your watchmaker and let him make a
: determination.

Thanks guys, I'll take it back to the store and make sure they de-magnetise and check the movement.

Euan

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