I also have a Waltham watch from roughly that time period belonging to my great grandfather. It doesn’t work either, and though I am considering restoring it as well, I could never sell it. It’s an important piece of my family’s history.

18 countries is really impressive. I don’t know if I’ve been to that many in my life. Glad the watch has served you well the past 25 years, and I hope it serves you well for 25 more :)

A true classic!

For those curious about the Seiko, this is it. Doesn’t have the original band as it was decaying by the time my dad gifted it to me. Ref is 8620-0029 (B2)

https://preview.redd.it/id9x6pfemevb1.png?width=3024&format=png&auto=webp&s=e8c30984c729dd2c2e8ff6e7785d3cd1647a9767

I hope you wear it in good health for a great many Thursdays to come :)