I sent a follow-up e-mail to Chris, but have yet to be contacted back. I'm not going to sweat it. If I don't hear back in a few days I'll contact Paypal and see what results come from shooting up that flare. Worst-case scenario is I suck it up and find a remedy on my end and I'll know better next time doing business with Armida. If I go that route I have a few options. If this is any indication of their customer service these days, I'm not feeling too confident about the brand as I once did, so the warranty won't be worth much peace of mind anyhow. Crack the case open and hope it's a simple fix like a loose screw or something. I don't have enough skills digging too deep into a movement. I'll just pick up a Selitta SW200 from Oferi or cannibalize one of my ETA 2824-2, SW200 or Miyota 9015 watches.
SELLITA SW200-1 Nickel Plated Swiss Made Clone of 2824-2 SELLITA-SW200-1-NOV $154.00 $154.00
Sub Total $154.00
Shipping & Handling $11.14
Taxable Amount $165.14
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Total $178.35
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