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: I am considering purchasing my first mechanical
: watch. I looked a a 3520.50 day date and
: have two questions: 1. When manually
: winding, is it normal that when winding it
: clockwise, it makes no sound and is stiff
: and when turning counter-clockwise, it is a
: ratcheting sound?
This is normal. However, your watch has a built-in overwind protection mechanism, so when you turn the crown clockwise to wind the watch, eventually you will reach the watch's full power reserve. When this happens, you can hear a faint clicking noise as you turn. This is the overwind protection mechanism engaging, indicating the watch is fully wound.
: 2. The watch was new in 1999 and has never been
: serviced. I assume it needs it.
: Approximately what will that run and what
: service center is recommended?
Omega's website indicates that it costs about $350 to have a full chronograph servicing done at their Bienne headquarters in Switzerland. If you are in the US, Walter Gooden is an authorized factory service center with a good track record on this forum. A link to their website is below. I'd advise you to avoid Omega USA in New Jersey at all costs, as their track record is very spotty. After my last experience with them I will never let them touch any of my watches again.
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