Simeon from Down Under

[Simeon]

Hi,

 

My name is Simeon I am based in Sydney, Australia and have recently got into watch repair / watch making.  I am very much a learner having serviced multiple forgotten watches, some of which were actually successful!   I have a slowly growing collection of watches, mainly old Soviet, a few Japanese and (not pictured) some Raketas, a Poljot Alarm, an Omega Speedmaster Reduced and a vintage (1972) Tissot Seastar.  I like unloved vintage watches, with quirky faces and enjoy bringing them back to life through the simple(!) act of disassembly, clearing and reassembly.

I am an Electrical Engineer who also undertook a trade apprenticeship so I am reasonably handy - It's fair to say, I know just enough to get myself in trouble. 

[RichardHarris123]

Hello and welcome from Leeds, England. 

[clockboy]

Welcome to the forum, enjoy.

 

[VWatchie]

Welcome, Simeon! I'm into Soviet watches too (not the political system, and yes, I am able to make the distinction, unlike some). They offer amazing value for money.

I like your "Big Zero" profile image. It's a true classic and I have one of those myself. I noticed that the hands aren't the original. Not that it matters a lot but here's an interesting article about the Big Zero if you haven't already seen it.

Edited May 17, 2024 by VWatchie

[oldhippy]

Thank you for your introduction and welcome to this friendly forum.

We all look forward to your contributions and continued involvement. 

[Simeon]

4 hours ago, VWatchie said:

Welcome, Simeon! I'm into Soviet watches too (not the political system, and yes, I am able to make the distinction, unlike some). They offer amazing value for money.

I like your "Big Zero" profile image. It's a true classic and I have one of those myself. I noticed that the hands aren't the original. Not that it matters a lot but here's an interesting article about the Big Zero if you haven't already seen it.

Actually, I am aware that this watch has the wrong hands.  The watch is in excellent condition and the dial is genuine, so I have to forgive it that.  I do wish I could get some original hands for it though, so I am on the lookout.  It looks like I might have to buy a non-runner spares watch for that though as even they are hard to find. 

[rehajm]

Welcome. My mother wears a big zero I fixed up for her- one of the few dials she can read…

…and what is the military second from right on bottom? Cabot?

[eccentric59]

Welcome Simeon. If you hang around here you'll soon learn learn enough to get other people in trouble, too.