b16a2 Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 In my opinion adding in 'EU Middle Man' is just adding an unecessary headache into the mix. Bear in mind it is not illegal to send watch crystals accross the border if they are labelled as such. The senders conscience of sending a 'rep crystal' doesn't change the fact that a watch crystal from a normal watch is 'legally clean'....how would customs know any different. I would like to hear your opinion on this Chief.....but if all the EU members had their crystals out and ready to send, would that really make any difference to the other scenario whereby they are sent in one bag from one sender? I know administration your end would be more simple, but I fear that instead of the run being held up because you are waiting for one crystal from a member....the run might be held up because the EU middle man would not be able to send the whole batch to you until they were all received this end? In the former scenario you can use your discretion to put the one missing crystal into a later run, whereas in the latter, you have to wait because a large proportion of crystals are still not with you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocketeer Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 At the moment the only AR work I have done in the UK is on new custom sapphires and is done by the sapphire manufacturer as part of the package. Maybe I'll have to press them again to do just coating, now the Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McRae Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Rocketeer/Chief, sounds like a plan! I also had an idea of an EU run for Chief, but if you would front it, it's much better, being a pro and all... I was a little worried of doing the legwork, as I'm away very much during the race season, april-october, didn't want to do something that can't completed in a timely fashion (K2222, TTK etc...). I'm in for 4-5 demounted crystals, just say when! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kornblomst Posted January 24, 2009 Report Share Posted January 24, 2009 Rocketeer/Chief, sounds like a plan! I also had an idea of an EU run for Chief, but if you would front it, it's much better, being a pro and all... I was a little worried of doing the legwork, as I'm away very much during the race season, april-october, didn't want to do something that can't completed in a timely fashion (K2222, TTK etc...). I'm in for 4-5 demounted crystals, just say when! Rocket >> I was actually thinking about you as the EU contact/professional in the post I'm definately interested, especially if it could be combined with some additional services (movement service, lume etc!) - Just say the word Wish I could help with something, but I just like to wear the watches /korn Rocket >> I was actually thinking about you as the EU contact/professional in the post I'm definately interested, especially if it could be combined with some additional services (movement service, lume etc!) - Just say the word Wish I could help with something, but I just like to wear the watches /korn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikkyrob Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I would be up for at least two watches being double AR'd but would prefer a professional removing the glass and refitting as I managed to screw up my last attempt!! Just say the word and I will be in. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocketeer Posted January 26, 2009 Report Share Posted January 26, 2009 I've been in touch with Chieftang again and we are going to bounce some emails back and forth and sort out the best procedure for shipping, minimising additional fees on money transfer and run update info once in the US. Initially I'll need twenty confirmed crystals, so email me and I'll start the list and give all on it a weekly update on the numbers. If you want me to remove/refit the crystal for you It's an additional $15 for a bare case, or $30 from a complete watch. AR removal (from Sapphire only) is $10 Any other information about the service is in Chieftangs FAQ section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McRae Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 Rock, email sent! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzman Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 I have a couple I want to AR (also complete remove-reinstall-clean old AR on some) 1-5 pieces.. -tazz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sander Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 I have 3 or 4 to go. (crystal only) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jg2000 Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 I would like my Tag Link, Breit Navi and yet to be deliverd DSSD to be also included in this AR run. Crystal removed and placed back in watch et al. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocketeer Posted January 27, 2009 Report Share Posted January 27, 2009 Please use my email - Rocketeer@RRWP.co.uk - for reserving a place on a run or any other questions as that's the only way I can properly keep track of everyone enquiring or booking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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