Hi all, see many good things said about Abel on here as regards restoration. I’ve emailed him about my Heuer 1000, but wondering if he does the PVD reapplication?
He can or at least have it done. His waiting list is long though and the cost may outweigh value. I like this one as is. You couldn’t create this patina if you wanted to.
I certainly can’t speak for Abel, but my guess is the same as @Yago I’d try TAG Heuer for this one- see this article: https://www.calibre11.com/tag-heuer-monaco-1133b-piece-dart-and-the-heuer-heritage-department/
Abel has passed on mine due to quartz and being relatively youthful. Dropped mine at Tag/Heuer yesterday. See what they say.
He currently has a 2 years queue... Pvd on your watch head is rather good and mostly all there. The bracelet needs some work, but I’m with @Yago above, the current condition is rather attractive.
TAG/Heuer felt there was a lot of play in the bracelet too. I would like the face cleaned up a tad if I'm honest..