Hello! ! Today is my wife's blog.
Actually, I...
I have a mild case of "cleanliness." . . (lol)
But I like vintage (lol)
It's a bit contradictory, but
That's how I interact with vintage.
Have you ever thought about this...?
“Is vintage beautiful???”
I've always thought this.
Now, I think the sales standards for vintage items vary depending on the retailer.
For example, a secondhand clothing store.
Some stores will clean and check the item several times before putting it on the shelf.
I think there are some stores that buy it and sell it as is.
Vintage denim is now popular among women.
Major select shops also hold vintage Levi's denim fairs.
For some reason, I feel safe when I buy from such stores.
Most of the things I buy at second-hand clothing stores, I wash them over and over again before wearing them (lol).
Since I'm here, I'll say it secretly,
My partner bought a vintage G-jean the other day, and I washed it three times the day after I bought it.
I soaked it in oxyclean. . .
Ah, so refreshing... (lol)
Well, that's off topic,
Until the vintage watches we handle are on store shelves.
First, when we purchase from the broker, we disassemble all the parts.
after that,
In the part visible from the outside,
①Case (middle case/back cover)
②Glass
③Bracelet
④Buckle
These are washed using an ultrasonic cleaner and then polished by hand.
The internal machinery will be overhauled and all parts will be disassembled and cleaned.
After that, if necessary, reapply the gold on the case or replace the windshield with a new one.
A new Italian leather belt is fitted and displayed at the store.
Even after it was on store shelves, I kept polishing it with chamois...
In this way, I can sell vintage watches that I am very satisfied with, even though I am a mild germophobe.
These words are often said by customers,
“Is this new?”
(The signboard says vintage in large letters (lol))
For us, it's the best compliment.
A vintage watch that looks as good as new, the most ideal form.
Of course, the dial has turned creamy due to aging,
A warm gold case that is not too shiny.
We cherish the original details that are unique to vintage, but...
Where possible, make it as good as new.
That is also our commitment.
Oh, now that I think about it, those who purchased it,
Bracelet cleaning is free of charge.
Before summer comes, please clean your watch bracelet.
Even the areas you can't see will be clean.
