Horological Meandering

I'm a watch novice so I hope some of you mayvens can help with this question.  My daughter's jeweler sent her 11 year old Ebel Sportwave to Ebel for a new battery and pressure testing.  The charge was to be $135.  The jeweler was told by Ebel that they recommend a new quartz movement and gasket along with the battery for a price of $295.  She really enjoys the watch, and she would pay the larger amount if this isn't just a sales tactic used by Ebel to make a little more money.  Does the recommeded new movement and gasket sound reasonable?  What would you all recommend?  Thanks in advance for any advice you have for us. 

On the surface this does not sound unreasonable for an 11 year old watch especially that you mentioned that your daughter really enjoys the watch.   In todays, world labor is the real cost in doing any work so you can quickly see how the cost can escalate.  As with any transaction we always have to trust the seller and in this case your jeweler who indirectly represents the Ebel. 

However, having said that one still would need to consider the replacement cost of a similar watch. This watch I believe is over $1000  so considering the repair to have a renovated watch it again seems reasonable.

My view is not really a technical one just practical.  I am sure the experts can provide more.

Good luck and we look forward to hearing more.

Bill

Thanks very much for your input.  It's very much appreciated. 

Stephen

I found these prices in general

Average price Guide.... ( prices can change, please inquire)
Average cost for Automatic overhauls $285 -$349 (7-10 days)
Average cost for manual vintage $185  (7-10 days)
Average cost for Battery Changes (Swiss Watches) $49.50 (2 hours)
Average cost for Battery Changes (Japan Watches) $10 (15 minutes)
Exterior detailing ($75 - $125) - Scratch removal - polish or satin finish like new (1 day)

But specifically found a price of about $250  for an overhaul of a Quartz/manual.  But generally they never mentioned replacing the quartz mechanism. 

It seems that the original $139 was for a service and a battery which a combination of the above prices.  If you add the replacement cost of the quartz and all the work being done via Ebel it seems to add up.

Sorry to drag on.

Bill

So nice of you to check things out for me.  I really do appreciate your kindness an expertise.

Stephen

Have a good - Looooong weekend.

Bill

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