Accutron 214 Hack Model Repair & Restoration

Repair of RR's, Swiss, & Other Hacked 214's

(Not including Astronaut: CLICK HERE)

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What is a "Hacked" model?
The hack is a factory installed 214 feature which stops the tuning fork when the recessed setting stem is lifted. The "hack spring" is highlighted in the photo above right. Correct adjustment of this feature is critical.

HACK MODEL REPAIR PRICE LIST

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I work on first edition 214's only. If need be, I will help you to verify that your Accutron is a caliber 214 before you send it.

The 214 is set from the rear of the case by lifting a spring loaded "C" shaped lever. Also on the rear of the case is a slotted hatch cover which unscrews to access the battery. If your Accutron does not have these features it is not a 214. Click on the thumbnail image (left) to see a larger photo.

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CAUTION: If you found an old Accutron in a drawer and put a battery in it, you may be quite pleased to find that it runs, but may I suggest that you remove the battery immediately, and have the watch serviced before it self destructs. For an explanation please visit the Q & A Page

Is your Accutron running way too fast? See the information at: http://www.accutron214.com/AccutronBattery.htm

HACK MODEL PRICE LIST
Prices do not include replacements for damaged or missing parts.
FULLY INSURED - 1 YEAR GUARANTY

*REQUIRED 214 HACK SERVICE: $175. (Not including Astronaut: CLICK HERE)
Cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment of the movement to work correctly with a readily available 1.5V battery
Disassembly and cleaning of the case. (bezel, back cover, battery hatch, setting stem, and threaded lock ring)
Installation of replacement parts
Adjustment of hack mechanism
Polish crystal (restores transparency, does not remove scratches)
A new 387S battery
New gaskets
New stainless steel spring pins for your band or bracelet
One year guarantee (parts and labor)
*Regulator diode may be required at additional cost

DEPOSIT: A deposit of $50.00 is required. The deposit will cover the cost of inspection and return shipping should you decide not to proceed with the repair. The deposit will be applied to the total if repair is authorized.

OPTIONAL SERVICES

COIL MODIFICATION: Install regulator diode to reduce battery voltage to 1.3 volts: $50. (optional for most 214's) (required on over-active movements)

CRYSTALS:
Sand, buff, & polish old crystal: $20.00 (removes all but the deepest scratches)
New Generic Crystal: $20.
Reproduction Astronaut Crystal: $45.00.
New-Old-Stock Crystal: $45.00 and up

RESTORATION SERVICES

STAINLESS STEEL BEZELS:
Buff stainless steel bezel: $95.00

GOLD & GOLD FILLED BEZELS:
Gently buffed & polished: $75.

REAR COVERS: **
Restore straight & circular graining on rear cover, setting stem, & battery hatch. Buff stainless lock ring: $150.00

SETTING STEM & BATTERY HATCH:
Restore circular graining: $95.00

THREADED LOCK RINGS:
Buff stainless lock ring: $20.00

DIALS: *
Remove old luminous, clean dial and apply fresh high-glow luminous paint: $35.00

LUMINOUS HANDS: *
Rust Free: Clean, and apply fresh high-glow luminous paint: $75.00
Rusted: Clean, clear coat, and apply fresh luminous paint: $95.00

METAL BRACELETS:
Ultrasonic cleaning; $10.00

* Ultra-bright, long lasting, long glowing Strontium Aluminate crystals.
** Same as original factory finish. Removes or hides all but the deepest scratches.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Martin Marcus
5 Laurel Court
Marblehead, MA 01945 (781) 639-0442

e-mail: martin@accutron214.com

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Please be advised that I almost never get up from my microscope to answer the phone which seems to ring constantly, even on weekends. I do however, reply to my e-mail every evening, so that's the best way to contact me. Simply click on the link above.

For those of you who hate to type, feel free to call and leave a message on my answering machine, but don't forget to leave your e-mail address. Please spell out the address slowly, enunciate clearly, and indicate whether there are any special characters such as dashes, underscores, or capital letters.

I always try to reply to e-mail on the day in which it was received, so if you don't hear from me within one business day, it's probably because I didn't get your correct e-mail and my message was returned as undeliverable.

I regret that I simply don't have the time to return either phone calls, or e-mails from people who are just looking for information, or advise. There are just too many of you, and my first priority is to keep from falling behind on my repairs.

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