Lord Geordie Posted December 9, 2019 Report Share Posted December 9, 2019 I purchased a strange one yesterday and wondered if anyone can shed some light? it’s VERY similar in look to a Seiko auto with the crown at the 4:30 position. The dial is apparently branded HOMER but having run circles online I can only come up with reference to Citizen which it is not? the crown setting is why I bought it as I do like the unusual look “Seiko style” it didn’t cost the earth as it needs TLC but the case, and back look in very good condition. once I take possession I can upload a pic as sadly the pics I was shown are not the best to get a good look at the dial. thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robden Posted December 9, 2019 Report Share Posted December 9, 2019 Need more info'. You say "look" similar, but is it mechanical or quartz? Dress, sporting or diver style? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadog1408 Posted December 9, 2019 Report Share Posted December 9, 2019 Never heard of homer as a brand, citizen did do a homer model back in the 60's but I can't remember them having the crown at 4.30, only at 3. please put pics up when you get it. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted December 9, 2019 Report Share Posted December 9, 2019 hello, Homer seems to be a brand name made in the 1960s 1970s with a japan quartz movement, there are some on USA web sites for sale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Geordie Posted December 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted December 16, 2019 Finally arrived today! gave it a quick look over, seems the main spring has snapped or came away from the arbor. Has two service marks in the back 70 and 73 so maybe a 60s watch. The movement is a basic one jewel Swiss movement akin to the roskopf style. Should still offer good service one it’s repaired and serviced. You will see what I mean with regard to the wonder position. I will have the case polished up and a dark blue leather strap me thinks! 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted December 16, 2019 Report Share Posted December 16, 2019 (edited) hello, interesting watch, how do you clean yours, my dad used carbon tetrachloride but i do not think allowed to buy now, he use to do at work Edited December 16, 2019 by oldypigeonpopper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted December 16, 2019 Report Share Posted December 16, 2019 Got to be careful cleaning and polishing as it can wreck value. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billytheghillie Posted December 17, 2019 Report Share Posted December 17, 2019 That guy in Springfield has one just like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Geordie Posted December 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted December 17, 2019 16 minutes ago, billytheghillie said: That guy in Springfield has one just like that. Doh 14 hours ago, figgy said: Got to be careful cleaning and polishing as it can wreck value. It appears it was once plated and the plating is so badly worn off very little remains! I think polishing will remove what is left and make it look better in my humble opinion! Will see what can be done with it. For what it cost it’s no biggy figgy I just want to see about getting it working and useable. 15 hours ago, oldypigeonpopper said: hello, interesting watch, how do you clean yours, my dad used carbon tetrachloride but i do not think allowed to buy now, he use to do at work I have a ultrasonic cleaner and use a generic solution bought on tinterweb and it does a fairly good job at shifting grime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickyh Posted December 18, 2019 Report Share Posted December 18, 2019 (edited) The Crown always sits at 4 o clock on a Sieko. Just thought I would mention it. Edited December 18, 2019 by mickyh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nedrider Posted December 18, 2019 Report Share Posted December 18, 2019 Hi Mr Geordie, just to let you know I have quite a few hundred NOS mainsprings I'm almost sure to have one that will fit this watch. If you find as you need one or a crystal for that matter drop me a pm, no charge, a PW present from a fellow PW er. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Geordie Posted December 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2019 3 hours ago, nedrider said: Hi Mr Geordie, just to let you know I have quite a few hundred NOS mainsprings I'm almost sure to have one that will fit this watch. If you find as you need one or a crystal for that matter drop me a pm, no charge, a PW present from a fellow PW er. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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