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68 Pete · 24 March 2014, 08:09 AM

Sorry if this is the wrong place for this thread, I couldn't see any existing thread/posts.

I've been charged a rather large sum for official servicing of my 68 Sub (which involves updating what seems like most of it).

So, I'm looking around for an independent servicer who can service the watch in a more sympathetic manner.

I know a lot of you are American, but was wondering if there's any recommendations. I wouldn't necessarily be against sending it to the left side of the pond.

Thanks.

Snapper7 · 25 March 2014, 04:20 AM

I've not done it (as I am still searching for my rolex) but I understand you can advise RSC to only perform a mechanical service and not to replace anything unless you state.

Otherwise perhaps you could try Mike Wood of The Old Watch Shop?

Cheers
SS

Swearengen · 25 March 2014, 05:51 AM

Try William Rice in Hull

Antoinerob · 25 March 2014, 06:08 AM

Rolex Bexley RSC close to London had a very good reputation for a while.
What our fellow UK members say of it now?

68 Pete · 25 March 2014, 06:53 AM

Mike Wood has been kind enough to send me a couple of PMs. He's booked solid for a while, but then I'm in no hurry.

But I'll investigate Bill Rice as well, thank you for that.

BH13GMT · 25 March 2014, 07:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Swearengen

Try William Rice in Hull

Yep he is rebuilding my 1680 at the moment, Gabriel has had many watches sorted by Bill with good feedback. I trust his judgement when it comes to these things

Also try Mike Wood (The Old Watch Shop) in Liverpool. What he doesn't know on Vintage Subs isn't worth knowing.

James M · 5 April 2014, 09:30 PM

Got the same dilema at the moment, my D serial Sub is 9 years old so about time to send it off.

Anybody know the current turnaround time at RSC and the price of a service without a polish, assuming it doesn't needs any parts of course.

racingclub · 6 April 2014, 04:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BH13GMT

Yep he is rebuilding my 1680 at the moment, Gabriel has had many watches sorted by Bill with good feedback. I trust his judgement when it comes to these things

Also try Mike Wood (The Old Watch Shop) in Liverpool. What he doesn't know on Vintage Subs isn't worth knowing.

Bill has got my 1601 DJ at the moment too :)

lukestafford77 · 6 April 2014, 05:08 AM

Seth @ http://www.thewatchdealer.co.uk always dose a great job!

24 March 2014, 08:09 AM	#1
68 Pete Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: UK Posts: 15	Recommended Servicing - UK? Sorry if this is the wrong place for this thread, I couldn't see any existing thread/posts. I've been charged a rather large sum for official servicing of my 68 Sub (which involves updating what seems like most of it). So, I'm looking around for an independent servicer who can service the watch in a more sympathetic manner. I know a lot of you are American, but was wondering if there's any recommendations. I wouldn't necessarily be against sending it to the left side of the pond. Thanks.

25 March 2014, 05:51 AM	#3
Swearengen "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gabriel Location: London, UK Posts: 1,819	Try William Rice in Hull __________________ 1680 1675 16800 16570 16710 17000 16613 17013 Gone but not forgotten 16610LV 1016 16234

25 March 2014, 04:20 AM	#2
Snapper7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: UK Posts: 34	I've not done it (as I am still searching for my rolex) but I understand you can advise RSC to only perform a mechanical service and not to replace anything unless you state. Otherwise perhaps you could try Mike Wood of The Old Watch Shop? Cheers SS

25 March 2014, 06:08 AM	#4
Antoinerob "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Paris-France Watch: 1600/15200/116500 Posts: 226	Rolex Bexley RSC close to London had a very good reputation for a while. What our fellow UK members say of it now?

25 March 2014, 06:53 AM	#5
68 Pete Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: UK Posts: 15	Mike Wood has been kind enough to send me a couple of PMs. He's booked solid for a while, but then I'm in no hurry. But I'll investigate Bill Rice as well, thank you for that.

5 April 2014, 09:30 PM	#7
James M "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: UK Watch: 16610 Posts: 158	Got the same dilema at the moment, my D serial Sub is 9 years old so about time to send it off. Anybody know the current turnaround time at RSC and the price of a service without a polish, assuming it doesn't needs any parts of course.

6 April 2014, 05:08 AM	#9
lukestafford77 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Luke Location: London Posts: 59	Seth @ http://www.thewatchdealer.co.uk always dose a great job!

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