Wm. Jay Roseman
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My Gyromatic Observatory Chronometer has just come back from service . . .
Hi Everyone:
I just wanted to share my excitement and let everyone know that I just received my Observatory Chronometer back from GP USA and I must say, they really did a fantastic job - I could not be more satisfied with the results. My picture taking ability belies the beautiful appearance of the watch but trust me, the watch looks brand new!
1967 Gyromatic Observatory Chronometer
Normally, I would do the overhaul myself, however, GP USA sent this watch to GP Switzerland because of the special handling this watch required - according to the service manual, the escape wheel which is coated with a special lubricant, is "never to be touched or cleaned." As with all High Frequency GPs, this escape wheel required a special lubricant and as such, had to be maintained by a qualified GP specialist.
High Frequency - 36,000 beats per hour
My picture taking ability is horrific as the dial is actually pearl colored and not the golden color shown. I will take additional pictures in natural light and post them but having just gotten it back today, I could not help but post some pictures as I promised I would.
GP32A movement - US 18K gold cased
From what I understand, this watch is one of 662 Observatory Chronometers made in 1967 and is taken directly from production to the Observatory trials - but Peter can tell you significantly more than I could about that.
I would like to thank Peter for all his help. I would not have this watch had it not been for his guidance and education here in the GP Forum. Few people are as giving as he and I greatly appreciate it. Thank you.
Once I get better pictures, I will post them (particularly the face in its naturel colors).
Very happily yours,
Will