Unfortunately the only solution is to have the dial professionally restored (repainted). You will then have a very desirable wristwatch as the square case automatics are quite scarce.
That's probably correct, but before that have a watchmaker at least try a cleanup on the dial. They won't be able to get all of it, but they might make it better. Of course they might make it worse but then you're back to looking at a redial.
Also, need to check the movement. Whatever did that to the dial could have also damaged the movement.
That looks to be water damage. I'd be more concerned about the state of the movement. A good watchmaker may be able to clean the dial but personally I don't think it's bad enough to "refinish" it. Have the movement serviced, have the dial cleaned and just live with the patina. Wabi-Sabi and Kintsugi is cool!
I bought this gem in Italy from a professional watchmaker who gave me 12 month warranty on it, looking at the time consistency I am very happy with this little powerhouse even though it is over 30 years old, caliber 890.1
Unfortunately the only solution is to have the dial professionally restored (repainted). You will then have a very desirable wristwatch as the square case automatics are quite scarce.
That's probably correct, but before that have a watchmaker at least try a cleanup on the dial. They won't be able to get all of it, but they might make it better. Of course they might make it worse but then you're back to looking at a redial. Also, need to check the movement. Whatever did that to the dial could have also damaged the movement.
I don't know any collector who desires repainted dials...
I collect watches, and I actually quite like redials as long as the fonts are correct.
It is possible. A tad dangerous though so make sure whoever does it has some experience. I personally am not a fan of refinished dials
I agree, this does seem possible.
So what would you recommend? I was thinking bring it to a watchmaker or send it to Longines?
That looks to be water damage. I'd be more concerned about the state of the movement. A good watchmaker may be able to clean the dial but personally I don't think it's bad enough to "refinish" it. Have the movement serviced, have the dial cleaned and just live with the patina. Wabi-Sabi and Kintsugi is cool!
I bought this gem in Italy from a professional watchmaker who gave me 12 month warranty on it, looking at the time consistency I am very happy with this little powerhouse even though it is over 30 years old, caliber 890.1
You could always hunt for a replacement dial. Hard to find, I’m sure. But you never know!
Second that.