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Originally Posted by Tools
If you do not want the case and bracelet refinished, you can request that it not be done.
No, properly refinishing and replacing of movement parts or crystals does not reduce the value of the watch unless it is poorly done. You would not want to replace the bezel, dial, or hands, generally.
Most of us would not likely send a watch of this value to the RSC though, and would seek out a vintage specialist who knows what to do and still maintain value/originality
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Great advice here. If the watch is running well, I'd just find an independent watchmaker who can install a correct, genuine Rolex crystal.
If you do decide to go the RSC route, a movement service will be mandatory, regardless of any other considerations. They won't just install a new crystal.