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Old 16 October 2018, 12:00 AM   #61
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the salesman would be ready for the insane asylum shortly.
Or jail...
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Old 16 October 2018, 12:20 AM   #62
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Disclaimer, this it not directed at any one person or even this thread!!!!! I've read numerous threads about imperfections on watches here recently. This is a mass produced watch, not a Patek!!!! Tool watches especially are going to pick up more dings and scratches than a dress watch worn under a cuff. If it can only be seen with a loupe or by superman with non human eyesight forget it!! I'd hate to try and sell some of the guys here a house or a car, the salesman would be ready for the insane asylum shortly. Some of this borders on mental illness, nothing made by human hands is going to be perfect!! :).


So true. That’s why I posted here because I know there would be some that would put things in perspective for me. Sometimes I, and we, need that.


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Old 16 October 2018, 12:22 AM   #63
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If you can change it then do it or your watch is worth $1k less now If anybody sees it... No scratches aloud on subc's now since they're jewelry, only on pre ceramics are aloud scratches since they're a real man's tool watch.
I like the cut of your jib
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Old 16 October 2018, 12:32 AM   #64
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I think if a references passes an obvious visual inspection without any major flaws, that is good enough for me. If you bring a loope to an AD and look long and hard enough on any piece, you're probably going to find something. If the watch has been out of the coffin it is shipped in or tried on by anyone, there's a chance there's a micro abrasion. If you wear a brand new Rolex for a full day of normal use, there's going to be subtle scratches.

The only exception I would make are issues with the dial. While lint or defects on the dial could be missed initially, I do believe it is reasonable to request replacement or cleaning. The dial, hands, etc should more more less flawless. That said, I don't get upset about a rehault not aligning 100% to the micrometer.
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Old 16 October 2018, 02:30 AM   #65
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it seems to me that in the UK you can sell it well dinged, with no impact on price
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Old 16 October 2018, 02:34 AM   #66
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this is never acceptable from an AD
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Old 16 October 2018, 02:49 AM   #67
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this is never acceptable from an AD
IF the AD did it.
That hasn’t been established as it wasn’t noticed at collection.
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Old 16 October 2018, 06:21 AM   #68
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Man up....just wear it!!
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Old 16 October 2018, 06:25 AM   #69
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Return it, it won‘t keep it‘s value in this condition.
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Old 16 October 2018, 06:37 AM   #70
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If you were selling it to them, they'd mention it,.....and try to beat you down on price.

After two weeks though, hmmm......good luck.


Just a thought; maybe Rolex are selling QC 'seconds' due to excess demand.
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Old 16 October 2018, 06:41 AM   #71
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Are you planning to wear it or put it in a safe. If wearing it then live with it. Otherwise return it for something pristine if you can.
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Old 16 October 2018, 07:34 AM   #72
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Far worse to come, I would imagine...
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Old 16 October 2018, 07:36 AM   #73
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Are you planning to wear it or put it in a safe. If wearing it then live with it. Otherwise return it for something pristine if you can.
pretty much. if it's going to be a watch that blemish looks miniscule. wear in good health, OP. it is a beauty.
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Old 16 October 2018, 07:41 AM   #74
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If you can change it then do it or your watch is worth $1k less now If anybody sees it... No scratches aloud on subc's now since they're jewelry, only on pre ceramics are aloud scratches since they're a real man's tool watch.
Post of the day lol very well said
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Old 16 October 2018, 12:16 PM   #75
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pretty much. if it's going to be a watch that blemish looks miniscule. wear in good health, OP. it is a beauty.


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Old 16 October 2018, 12:29 PM   #76
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None. Should perfect when sold new.
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Old 16 October 2018, 12:39 PM   #77
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For the ones arguing that it's OK cuz it's a "tool" watch. Lol, Rolex hasn't been a "tool" watch in a LONG time. These are PURE luxury items. Come on, $8.5K for a time/date watch? A Shearwater Research Petrel 2 SA dive computer is $850.00. Or a Suunto Zoop Novo Dive Computer/Wrist Watch for $330.00. Those a "tool" device and tool device prices.
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What Blemishes are acceptable when purchasing from an AD?

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For the ones arguing that it's OK cuz it's a "tool" watch. Lol, Rolex hasn't been a "tool" watch in a LONG time. These are PURE luxury items. Come on, $8.5K for a time/date watch? A Shearwater Research Petrel 2 SA dive computer is $850.00. Or a Suunto Zoop Novo Dive Computer/Wrist Watch for $330.00. Those a "tool" device and tool device prices.


True. I can see what they mean though, it’s a purest perspective and one that I appreciate very much.

The ones saying it will devalue the watch, I’m not sure if they are being serious or not but it’s not important to me. Unless I have a situation where I absolutely need to sell my Rolexes I have no intention of doing so. I just wanted some insight on what others think/would do.


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Old 16 October 2018, 01:06 PM   #79
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For the ones arguing that it's OK cuz it's a "tool" watch. Lol, Rolex hasn't been a "tool" watch in a LONG time. These are PURE luxury items. Come on, $8.5K for a time/date watch? A Shearwater Research Petrel 2 SA dive computer is $850.00. Or a Suunto Zoop Novo Dive Computer/Wrist Watch for $330.00. Those a "tool" device and tool device prices.
I don't believe the argument is that it is a tool watch but if it is used as one...

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True. I can see what they mean though, it’s a purest perspective and one that I appreciate very much.

The ones saying it will devalue the watch, I’m not sure if they are being serious or not but it’s not important to me. Unless I have a situation where I absolutely need to sell my Rolexes I have no intention of doing so. I just wanted some insight on what others think/would do.


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The only way to retain value of a watch as original is to lock it in a safe and never wear it. Not so certain that owning watches for that purpose is much fun. I really like to wear mine and depreciate the hell out of them.
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Old 16 October 2018, 01:11 PM   #80
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Inspect the watch when you pick it up and BEFORE you pay for it. After you walk out of the store, it becomes your problem. There is no way you can prove that they caused the marks.

Just enjoy your watch.
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Old 16 October 2018, 02:02 PM   #81
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Congrats on the watches. Rolex mass produced by about 1 million watches a year by robots so these minor defects seem to be the norm with Rolex. Grand Seiko, Patek, AP enjoy a higher level of quality but of course they're not Rolex.
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Old 16 October 2018, 05:00 PM   #82
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Let it go through to the keeper or take it back to the dealer.
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Old 16 October 2018, 05:09 PM   #83
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Inspect the watch when you pick it up and BEFORE you pay for it. After you walk out of the store, it becomes your problem. There is no way you can prove that they caused the marks.

Just enjoy your watch.
I had a similar situation back in 2001 on a brand spanking new EXP.
It was clearly an ejection mark/gouge from a Spring bar on the very top side of the top left lug.
I didn't notice it until i got home with the watch.
I took it back the next day and they sent it away for a couple of days to the RSC.
It came back re-touched to remove the mark and the touch up was barely noticeable.
I wore it occasionally for years with one service under its belt before finally having the full spa treatment and moving it on to a new home.
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Old 16 October 2018, 05:29 PM   #84
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I could barely see the mark from the pictures, so I tip my hat to your eyesight to be able see that while wearing the watch.

I'll bet that if you look at the bracelet and clasp you will see more noticable dings than that speck.

In my opinion, I think there may be more important things in your life to focus on.
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Old 16 October 2018, 11:23 PM   #85
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Any blemish is fine as long as it can be washed off. Scratches are not OK.

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Old 17 October 2018, 04:04 AM   #86
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Its new, shouldnt be perfect. Leave it alone.
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Old 17 October 2018, 04:29 AM   #87
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Haha well I have some history with this AD. I bought my BLNR from them and found a scratch on the crown side. They got me another one in less than a week. I don’t want to become THAT person that’s a pain to sell to if you know what I mean


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Enjoy the watch. As been said, once you paid the money and walked out of the AD, the watch is yours. If you had seen this upon inspection, you could have mentioned it and asked for another piece or some sort of comp.
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Old 17 October 2018, 05:15 AM   #88
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You are going to add far worse dings, scratches and bents on your own - if you expect perfection for as long as you own it then straight to the safe! I'd just enjoy the watch.
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