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Seamaster servicing costs

Just got the estimate for servicing my 2002 Seamaster 007 LE by Swatch

It's been back for repair to Swatch early in its life for a warranty issue. It's reported the hands are scratched and could be replaced (I've never noticed it, but it must have occurred while in possession of Swatch since no-one else has opened it).

The bezel is obviously dinged and scratched as this watch is worn every day.

Complete service C$425 (about US$336)
New bezel C$287 (about US$227)
New handset C$52 (about US$41)

Do these prices seem reasonable? I was looking forward to having an as-new look again but the bezel replacement seems a bit steep considering in another 6 years, it'll look the same.

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