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actionkwj · 1 October 2016, 02:36 AM

Personally I like my modern watches to look new and my vintage to look worn but well cared for, so...

1) If it's an old and collectible reference, be careful with polishing or avoid.

2) Anything modern just polish and go - they are never likely to be as collectible and rare with the millions Rolex are knocking out today.

Of course IMHO and YMMV.

LuminousMaximus · 1 October 2016, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by actionkwj

Personally I like my modern watches to look new and my vintage to look worn but well cared for, so...

1) If it's an old and collectible reference, be careful with polishing or avoid.

2) Anything modern just polish and go - they are never likely to be as collectible and rare with the millions Rolex are knocking out today.

Of course IMHO and YMMV.

Great reasoning!

Jocke · 1 October 2016, 02:45 AM

I don't polish very often.

Rockrolex · 1 October 2016, 03:07 AM

I've had this Y-series GMT-II for about 15 years. It's my favorite watch. Wear it about 90% of the time. Looks as good today as when I first took it out of the box. Never been serviced or polished. If or when it stops working properly, I'll have it serviced. Polished? Maybe.

mementomori1983 · 1 October 2016, 03:12 AM

One thing I truly enjoy about watches are the crisp, geometric lines that run through the case. You lose a bit of that when a watch gets polished.

My 29-year old Datejust, never polished:

My 8-year old 14060m with unmolested chamfers:

A 10-year old 16570 I used to own:

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locutus49 · 1 October 2016, 03:18 AM

RGAmos · 1 October 2016, 04:04 AM

I have a 1680/8 Sub which I bought new in early 1974 and have worn probably 95% of the time since then. It has never been polished (head or bracelet) and will never be, unless, of course, my heirs choose to do so.

dbhak22 · 1 October 2016, 04:12 AM

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Originally Posted by RGAmos

I have a 1680/8 Sub which I bought new in early 1974 and have worn probably 95% of the time since then. It has never been polished (head or bracelet) and will never be, unless, of course, my heirs choose to do so.

This is awesome. Please post pictures if you can! Would love to see that beauty.

1675-David · 1 October 2016, 05:30 AM

X2

cop414 · 1 October 2016, 05:34 AM

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Originally Posted by dbhak22

This is awesome. Please post pictures if you can! Would love to see that beauty.

X2

mjclark32 · 1 October 2016, 05:36 AM

Took this the other day. My M serial 16610.

ShoreGuy · 1 October 2016, 05:48 AM

Unable to copy over picture of 30 year old SS OP never polished by anyone.

sutats · 1 October 2016, 05:53 AM

Here's a 116710BLNR which is nearly 3 years old from new. Worn frequently with half the time being under cuffs, but these days the 7016/0 Marine Nationale gets more wrist time.

Oldcards · 1 October 2016, 06:17 AM

My Sea-Dweller, born in 1991. Purchased new by me in '94. I wanted a Sub but the dealer had recieved a SD instead. Best mistake I've ever had happen.

Shes been worked hard for many years. Shes survived countless hours under water. 2 year tour as 1st Mate on a riverboat. 2 wives, countless girlfriends and has seen some tales that can't be told until some people have long left this planet.
She was there when I dropped dead. (Don't worry, I was brought back)

Serviced once by Rolex. That was only polish shes seen.
And by the way, she was only piece of equipment to survive the riverboat unscathed. Boots, clothes, tools and watches seem to have a short lifespan on the water.

Now shes on leather and is still a daily wear. Shes aged better than me!

Randy63 · 1 October 2016, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ShoreGuy

Unable to copy over picture of 30 year old SS OP never polished by anyone.

Here ya go.

Randy

Brian Page · 1 October 2016, 07:40 AM

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Originally Posted by tkerrmd

5-6yo WG sub will never be polished

Certainly take the anxiety out of wearing it! Love it Dr.

Cabernet · 1 October 2016, 07:45 AM

How about cleaning? That's shocking.

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Originally Posted by Jocke

I don't polish very often.

rkot07 · 1 October 2016, 09:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Cabernet

How about cleaning? That's shocking.

It will loose value if he cleans it. I do not recommend cleaning your watch. Food and oil stains add value. LOL...

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jdmi32 · 1 October 2016, 09:44 AM

Bought new in 1998. Serviced once and I had them clearly state on the work order to not polish. I think I reminded the poor lady about three times and did a follow up call later to confirm.

KrismanX · 1 October 2016, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

I don't polish very often.

Bro, you've got a little somethin riiiiight by the cyclops.

Randy63 · 1 October 2016, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Jocke

I don't polish very often.

The crenelations on that bezel do look awful "soft".

Randy

Boaters · 1 October 2016, 11:54 AM

A light polish when I bought it

roadie1 · 1 October 2016, 09:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Oldcards

My Sea-Dweller, born in 1991. Purchased new by me in '94. I wanted a Sub but the dealer had recieved a SD instead. Best mistake I've ever had happen.

Shes been worked hard for many years. Shes survived countless hours under water. 2 year tour as 1st Mate on a riverboat. 2 wives, countless girlfriends and has seen some tales that can't be told until some people have long left this planet.
She was there when I dropped dead. (Don't worry, I was brought back)

Serviced once by Rolex. That was only polish shes seen.
And by the way, she was only piece of equipment to survive the riverboat unscathed. Boots, clothes, tools and watches seem to have a short lifespan on the water.

Now shes on leather and is still a daily wear. Shes aged better than me!

Very nice!

roadie1 · 1 October 2016, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by RGAmos

I have a 1680/8 Sub which I bought new in early 1974 and have worn probably 95% of the time since then. It has never been polished (head or bracelet) and will never be, unless, of course, my heirs choose to do so.

We need pics please!

tomallen · 1 October 2016, 10:19 PM

I prefer an original finish. It is only original once. If the watch has damage from tools improperly used to remove bracelets or links I will have that professionally polished out.

Limey- · 2 October 2016, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Cabernet

How about cleaning? That's shocking.

This is the actual watch after Jocke cleans it.................

218225 · 4 October 2016, 01:20 AM

This is the clasp after three years almost daily use.
I wear it during work, DIY, garden work, sleeping etc

The bezel has almost no visible scratching and the glass is still perfect.

mtgjr · 4 October 2016, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 218225

This is the clasp after three years almost daily use.
I wear it during work, DIY, garden work, sleeping etc

The bezel has almost no visible scratching and the glass is still perfect.

Looks uncomfortably tight.

218225 · 4 October 2016, 03:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mtgjr

Looks uncomfortably tight.

Looks uncomfortable, but looks are deceiving:) It is quite comfortable and leaves almost no "compression" marks on the skin and I come with a very good insulation, which I'm trying to loose as it is not healthy in the long run....

If I keep it looser, it will rotate towards the desk as I'm working or it will slip down and start rotating. Both are not comfortable.

1 October 2016, 02:36 AM	#31
actionkwj "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: san diego Watch: me soak up the sun Posts: 1,245	For those who don't ever polish their Rolex, how old is it and how does it look? Personally I like my modern watches to look new and my vintage to look worn but well cared for, so... 1) If it's an old and collectible reference, be careful with polishing or avoid. 2) Anything modern just polish and go - they are never likely to be as collectible and rare with the millions Rolex are knocking out today. Of course IMHO and YMMV.

1 October 2016, 02:45 AM	#33
Jocke 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jocke Location: Sweden Watch: A dozen of Rolex's Posts: 22,522	I don't polish very often. __________________ This message is written in perfect swenglish. What is best a custom Rolex or a Rolex that is stuck in custom? Buy a professional camera and you´re a professional photographer, buy a flute and you own a flute.

1 October 2016, 03:07 AM	#34
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,651	I've had this Y-series GMT-II for about 15 years. It's my favorite watch. Wear it about 90% of the time. Looks as good today as when I first took it out of the box. Never been serviced or polished. If or when it stops working properly, I'll have it serviced. Polished? Maybe. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

1 October 2016, 03:12 AM	#35
mementomori1983 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 667	For those who don't ever polish their Rolex, how old is it and how does it look? One thing I truly enjoy about watches are the crisp, geometric lines that run through the case. You lose a bit of that when a watch gets polished. My 29-year old Datejust, never polished: My 8-year old 14060m with unmolested chamfers: A 10-year old 16570 I used to own: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 October 2016, 05:36 AM	#41
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Took this the other day. My M serial 16610. __________________

1 October 2016, 03:18 AM	#36
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,194

1 October 2016, 04:04 AM	#37
RGAmos "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 194	I have a 1680/8 Sub which I bought new in early 1974 and have worn probably 95% of the time since then. It has never been polished (head or bracelet) and will never be, unless, of course, my heirs choose to do so.

1 October 2016, 05:30 AM	#39
1675-David "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Stockholm Posts: 6,033	X2

1 October 2016, 05:48 AM	#42
ShoreGuy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: New Jersey Posts: 74	Unable to copy over picture of 30 year old SS OP never polished by anyone.

1 October 2016, 05:53 AM	#43
sutats "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: London Posts: 1,223	Here's a 116710BLNR which is nearly 3 years old from new. Worn frequently with half the time being under cuffs, but these days the 7016/0 Marine Nationale gets more wrist time. __________________ There's no such thing as a Submariner No Date, it's simply Submariner. You don't call a Porsche 911 Turbo, a Porsche 911 Turbo No S. www.instagram.com/sutatshorology Post Your Rolex/Tudor Watch Weight (PYRTWW)

1 October 2016, 06:17 AM	#44
Oldcards "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 52	My Sea-Dweller, born in 1991. Purchased new by me in '94. I wanted a Sub but the dealer had recieved a SD instead. Best mistake I've ever had happen. Shes been worked hard for many years. Shes survived countless hours under water. 2 year tour as 1st Mate on a riverboat. 2 wives, countless girlfriends and has seen some tales that can't be told until some people have long left this planet. She was there when I dropped dead. (Don't worry, I was brought back) Serviced once by Rolex. That was only polish shes seen. And by the way, she was only piece of equipment to survive the riverboat unscathed. Boots, clothes, tools and watches seem to have a short lifespan on the water. Now shes on leather and is still a daily wear. Shes aged better than me!

1 October 2016, 11:54 AM	#52
Boaters 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2015 Real Name: Mike Location: Pacific Northwest Watch: 116610LV 16710 SD Posts: 10,650	A light polish when I bought it

1 October 2016, 10:19 PM	#55
tomallen 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 X2 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Real Name: Tom Location: Connecticut Watch: Rolex SubC,GMTIIC Posts: 961	I prefer an original finish. It is only original once. If the watch has damage from tools improperly used to remove bracelets or links I will have that professionally polished out. __________________ Unless you are the lead dog the scenery never changes

4 October 2016, 01:20 AM	#57
218225 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Netherlands Watch: 1655+216570 Posts: 497	This is the clasp after three years almost daily use. I wear it during work, DIY, garden work, sleeping etc The bezel has almost no visible scratching and the glass is still perfect.

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