The Dive Watch Connection

I finally got my 6309 back from Jack at IWW and he had to replace the entire auto winding bridge. It's been on my wrist since 1/28 and it runs beautifully. Not too bad for a 43 year old watch that has never been serviced prior.

Given how many various issues that could cause this winding problem, I have sent it off for servicing with Jack @ IWW. It is way over due and needs it.

I’ve read that the 6306 was made from 1976 to 1981. Can anybody tell me when in 1981 the 6306 was discontinued?

Thanks!

Patrick

What would cause a Seiko 6309-7049 to run for about 30 seconds and then stop after getting a decent seiko shake? The hands and day/date wheel move smoothly and the watch has no signs of unusual wear. I know this watch needs servicing, but would that explain why it seems to have no power reserve, or ...