I HAVE AN ORIGINAL BENRUS TYPE II THAT WAS ISSURED TO ME IN THE NAVY BACK IN THE 80'S.  IT WAS SERVICED ONCE BY ZAF AT CLASSIC WATCH REPAIR IN WASHINGTON DC, BUT HE HAS RETIRED.  I NEED HELP FINDING ANOTHER REPUTEABLE COMPANY TO SERVICE IT AS IT JUST STARTED TO RUN ALITTLE FAST.  CAN ANYONE ASSIST WITH A THRUSTWORTHY REPAIR TECH?

THANK YOU, NG

 

 

I STILL HAVE MY ORIG STRAP AND HAVE WORN THIS WATCH SINCE ISSUED

Just from what I would do if I was in your shoes, I would look for antique watch repair shops, since those places tend to be more gentle due to parts not being as abundant or available as modern watches. Since you are in Massachusetts, I found this one that might suit your fancy. http://www.watertownwatchandclock.com/ (good reviews)

 

But if all things fail and the fear of damaging the watch outweighs the desire for it to run once more, then leaving it in its current condition would be the solution. 

 

Either way, as long as you are happy with the result then that's all that matters.

 

Justin

Thank you. Ill give itt a try

 

Hi @navalgunner - I would make sure that whomever you have service it knows these watches specifically.  Some of them are 'front-loaders', meaning that the movement is removed through the front of the case - requiring (obviously) that the crystal be removed, and so forth.  If you look and can't find anyone, please PM me.  I had a WWII issued watch serviced some years ago, and there is a remote chance that I can find the information on who did it.  Good luck, and nothing like a great watch that has history with you.  Thank you for your service!

Yes this is a front loader

Have you considered learning to service it yourself? It takes some special screwdrivers and oils but otherwise just things you can come up with. You do need to be meticulous about screwdriver fit, be a bit patient, and not forceful but it isn't terribly difficult. Even the spring can be hand wound. Plenty of videos online and you can snap pics along the way. You really don't need all the special tools just to disassemble, clean, and lubricate the works - they just make it easier and quicker. The bonus is you know the history and know all the parts are there and working. Even I have done several A-11s, A-17s, a 50s Benrus for my wife, and even vintage aircraft 8-day clocks. It's quite rewarding. Trust me, the only thing you are paying for is the time and a pro could do this in a snap. I'd want to know they aren't just removing the works and running it as one piece through the parts washer (that's a thing - quick clean and lube to get one going again). The correct way is to remove all the parts and clean individually, then lube upon reassembly.

Just some encouragement if you are adventurous,

Dave