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Old 3 November 2009, 01:19 AM   #1
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Bamford Rolex Customisation

Hi My fellow Rolex Lovers.

Whats does everybody think about the bamford rolex customisation serices, that allows clients to change the colour of the face, hands, date etc. They also make the watch black-on-black b puttting that watch through a PVD blacking process.

IMO, they look pretty cool and its always nice to know that you have a one-off customised piece. IMO, the prices seem rather high considering you'll probadly be devaluing the item.

Ref: http://www.bamfordwatchdepartment.com/

Whats everyones view?
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Old 3 November 2009, 01:22 AM   #2
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Like my Rolex as they come from Switzerland don't need any PVD gimmicks etc.
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Old 3 November 2009, 01:28 AM   #3
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Like my Rolex as they come from Switzerland don't need any PVD gimmicks etc.
fully agree. It's like buying a Rolls Royce and putting spinner wheels on it. The designers get paid a hefty salary because they're good at it - why fix it if it ain't broke? If I was to ever change anything on the Rolex, it would be with another Rolex part, not aftermarket.
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Old 3 November 2009, 01:49 AM   #4
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It seems to me that customization would ruin the resale value...
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Old 3 November 2009, 02:22 AM   #5
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Customization are for the brave at heart , i personally like it, it seems to push the envelope with rolex watch lines but again it's for the brave at heart ....

I will probably end up customizing my TT sub as time goes on , but then again i will be keeping it forever..
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Old 3 November 2009, 02:31 AM   #6
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Like my Rolex as they come from Switzerland don't need any PVD gimmicks etc.
Spoken like a true Rolex lover!!
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Old 3 November 2009, 02:34 AM   #7
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Spoken like a true Rolex lover!!
Not only Rolex JJ I have respect for all mechanical watches all brands and prices.
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Old 3 November 2009, 02:39 AM   #8
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Not only Rolex JJ I have respect for all mechanical watches all brands and prices.
Me too, me too........except errr.......RADO!!!
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Old 3 November 2009, 03:42 AM   #9
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To each his own, I prefer them as they come.
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Old 3 November 2009, 04:06 AM   #10
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I like them the way they come, that's why you spend all this money on the watch....I have a friend that bought a 20 000 dollar Subaru and put 20 000 of mods into it....I said why didn't you just buy a BMW or Lexus? I guess my point is......if you spend that much money on a watch...you shouldn't have to spend more to modify it into a piece that you'll enjoy.
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Old 3 November 2009, 04:56 AM   #11
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these guys are nuts. they don't even make a watch, yet they call themselves a "Brand".
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Old 3 November 2009, 05:14 AM   #12
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i think throwing good money down the pan springs to mind... one for sale second hand here - if it's £8K for the mods, this guy took some hit...

http://www.watchfinder.co.uk/Rolex/S...530-watch.aspx
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Old 3 November 2009, 05:14 AM   #13
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No thank you, that 904L is too beautiful.
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Old 3 November 2009, 06:08 AM   #14
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these guys are nuts. they don't even make a watch, yet they call themselves a "Brand".
? You don't have to like what they do (and I wouldn't buy one of their customised watches), but how does that make them nuts?
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Old 3 November 2009, 08:01 PM   #15
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To each his own. Being a traditionalist I'm not in favour of customisation but I appreciate that some people may have a need to set themselves apart from the crowd with a bit of cosmetic surgery on their watches.

It's their money and their watches and, in some cases (like the PVD service that Bamford offers) I have to admit the results are interesting.
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Old 3 November 2009, 10:36 PM   #16
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Project X Designs lets you do similar things and will sell you a current model and let you specify modifications prior to taking delivery of it from them.


Mods that I would actually consider (depending on the model):


-Brushed center links on bracelet

-Crown guard removal


"Bespoke" editions:

http://www.projectxdesigns.com/resul...egory-1_0.html
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Old 3 November 2009, 11:22 PM   #17
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Customizing is almost always a bad idea. Unless....you never plan to get rid of the item in question. Tasteful upgrades on cars or motorcycles, using (generally) the original manufacturer's parts, or a select few popularly-recognized aftermarket "Farkles", is the only exception to that rule that I know of. Even then, you rarely can get an even return on your investment(s) at resale.
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Old 3 November 2009, 11:29 PM   #18
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Crown guard removal?




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Project X Designs lets you do similar things and will sell you a current model and let you specify modifications prior to taking delivery of it from them.


Mods that I would actually consider (depending on the model):


-Brushed center links on bracelet

-Crown guard removal


"Bespoke" editions:

http://www.projectxdesigns.com/resul...egory-1_0.html
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Old 3 November 2009, 11:59 PM   #19
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[QUOTE=Mosco;1433448]fully agree. It's like buying a Rolls Royce and putting spinner wheels on it. QUOTE]


You're right Greg, spinner wheels are a no no.
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Old 4 November 2009, 12:13 AM   #20
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Yeah, they did it on their limited edition "Series 1" sub.

Gives it a vintage look.




You have to chuckle at this warning note for the option on the bespoke line:

"The process is NOT reversible"


Bahahahaha
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Old 4 November 2009, 12:48 AM   #21
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I like the blacked out look especially on a Sub or Daytona. A bit too pricey but I like the look.
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