Post by Groundhog66 on Mar 12, 2015 17:41:09 GMT -8
So we all love the stories, about spotting a nice vintage Seiko in the wild. Well, last week, I had an experience of my own.
I had a customer come in to the shop, I was quoting some entry door systems for he and his wife (very nice folks). He noticed the watch on my wrist (Pogue), and said he had the same watch at home. He had gotten it as a gift when he was younger, and hadn't worn it for many years, and it had been tucked away in a drawer. We struck up a conversation, and one thing led to another.....yes, of course I asked if he wanted to sell. I'm sure it has sentimental value, so he was reluctant (which I completely understand). I asked if he could please bring it in next time, and he agreed...
Fast forward to today...He came back to check on his quote, and get more info regarding his entry door. As we discussed business, I mentioned the watch. He reached into his pocket, and handed me his watch. It's in very nice condition, dial/hands/tachy ring are fantastic. It needs a service, but he said it's keeping great time, and the power reserve is really strong. Unfortunately, the original bracelet is long gone...but I'd be thrilled to own one in this condition. If memory serves me, it's from Sept '71.
I referred him to Wrist Sushi, and he has checked us out. Hopefully one day he will get registered, because I know he has an affinity for watches in general.
I had a customer come in to the shop, I was quoting some entry door systems for he and his wife (very nice folks). He noticed the watch on my wrist (Pogue), and said he had the same watch at home. He had gotten it as a gift when he was younger, and hadn't worn it for many years, and it had been tucked away in a drawer. We struck up a conversation, and one thing led to another.....yes, of course I asked if he wanted to sell. I'm sure it has sentimental value, so he was reluctant (which I completely understand). I asked if he could please bring it in next time, and he agreed...
Fast forward to today...He came back to check on his quote, and get more info regarding his entry door. As we discussed business, I mentioned the watch. He reached into his pocket, and handed me his watch. It's in very nice condition, dial/hands/tachy ring are fantastic. It needs a service, but he said it's keeping great time, and the power reserve is really strong. Unfortunately, the original bracelet is long gone...but I'd be thrilled to own one in this condition. If memory serves me, it's from Sept '71.
I referred him to Wrist Sushi, and he has checked us out. Hopefully one day he will get registered, because I know he has an affinity for watches in general.
