Nope, don't go near your local guy. First of all, it's a fake, with all it's risks... secondly, servicing the asian copy of the Valjoux 7750 is a major b-tch, so you really need someone who has done it before and is experienced with that specific model. Basicly you have only 2 options, The Zigmeister in Canada or the german guy (try searching "watchmaker in gemany", if the tip from The Zigmeister yielded nothing.), end of story...
If you want lume, then it's even easier, only ZM does both. However, the lume on gen Tags suck, so it isn't really that necessary, only if you're a lume freak (easy to become, once you have seen the meisters work... ) it would be a worthwhile upgrade.
As to which dealer, buy with confidence from PT here on the forum (Precious Time), he's based in the UK and a outstanding guy and dealer.
Finally, don't worry about being parted from your new watch, that's a simple problem to solve, just buy some more! It's addicting...