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DVR · 9 June 2009, 06:34 AM

Finally an old Rolex which looks good. I don't get the "patina" thing at all.

Same with cars, original body panels and paint are of course a big plus in a vintage car but ONLY if they are in good condition. An all original rust bucket won't be as appealing as a perfectly restored car.

It is still an old Rolex which happens to look like new! Very nice to see.

I just sold an old (1972) 1016 which came back from service. Dial and hands replaced and a full service. That watch looked sooooo good and the new owner is extremely happy with it.

BTW, in Belgium replaced old parts are destroyed, never returned.

9 June 2009, 06:34 AM	#30
DVR "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Denis Location: Flanders, EU Watch: Diver watches Posts: 1,880	Finally an old Rolex which looks good. I don't get the "patina" thing at all. Same with cars, original body panels and paint are of course a big plus in a vintage car but ONLY if they are in good condition. An all original rust bucket won't be as appealing as a perfectly restored car. It is still an old Rolex which happens to look like new! Very nice to see. I just sold an old (1972) 1016 which came back from service. Dial and hands replaced and a full service. That watch looked sooooo good and the new owner is extremely happy with it. BTW, in Belgium replaced old parts are destroyed, never returned. __________________ AP - BP - UN - GO - GS - JLC - RLX