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huncho · 12 April 2019, 09:07 AM

noticed this recently and was wondering if anyone knows what it is? i've had this watch for almost a year (bought new at an AD) and its most noticeable on both end links but i can see it on pretty much every link

assuming its normal (hopefully?) but just didn't know it could happen within a year

rodo · 12 April 2019, 09:12 AM

Mine does that also

rebel_1 · 12 April 2019, 09:13 AM

Have you tried cleaning the watch? Looks like there could be some residue on the bracelet.

I know that every time I think my RG DDII has faded, I place it next to a YG watch and am instantly corrected.

Either way, I’d be shocked if the color was fading.

Michigan_State · 12 April 2019, 09:16 AM

I have seen that spot change tones not only on gold watches. Wonder if it has to do with the machining?

huncho · 12 April 2019, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rebel_1

Have you tried cleaning the watch? Looks like there could be some residue on the bracelet.

I know that every time I think my RG DDII has faded, I place it next to a YG watch and am instantly corrected.

Either way, I’d be shocked if the color was fading.

i washed it last week with warm water and soap but that was the first time washing it since i got it since i don't daily it

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Originally Posted by Michigan_State

I have seen that spot change tones not only on gold watches. Wonder if it has to do with the machining?

yup, its on my datejust as well in the same fashion

Mad Hatter · 12 April 2019, 10:37 AM

probably oxidation.

Tha Baron · 12 April 2019, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Mad Hatter

probably oxidation.

Does gold oxidize?

fsprow · 12 April 2019, 10:53 AM

Pure 24 K gold does not oxidize or tarnish. 14 or 18 K gold is alloyed with other metals which indeed can oxidize or tarnish.

shirtguy · 12 April 2019, 10:58 AM

Have the same issue with my dd40 yg

GoingPlaces · 12 April 2019, 11:00 AM

My oyster does that too. I clean it with a brush and it looks better.

ozwatchguy · 12 April 2019, 11:01 AM

I believe a soft brush and soapy water would do the trick. I notice this even on SS

shirtguy · 12 April 2019, 11:17 AM

Is it covered under warranty?

huncho · 12 April 2019, 11:24 AM

glad to hear its normal

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Originally Posted by shirtguy

Is it covered under warranty?

the watch? yeah, bought it new last july

RJRJRJ · 12 April 2019, 11:31 AM

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

edit- I don't know how this works on brushed finishes. I've used it on mine and it's been fine though, but YMMV.

JePro · 12 April 2019, 11:53 AM

Have it checked by your AD's watchmaker. I'm sure they've come across issues like this before.

Andad · 12 April 2019, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Mad Hatter

probably oxidation.

shirtguy · 12 April 2019, 12:10 PM

Is that a warranty issue? I mean for 35k it should be perfect

Would Rolex deal with this?

Likestheshiny · 12 April 2019, 01:06 PM

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Is that a warranty issue? I mean for 35k it should be perfect
Would Rolex deal with this?

It's not a defect for a gold alloy to act like a gold alloy. Would you take silver jewelry in for warranty service because it tarnished and needed polishing?

If there is indeed permanent discoloration, that would involve a trip to the RSC, but that seems enormously unlikely.

12 April 2019, 09:13 AM	#3
rebel_1 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida Posts: 2,132	Have you tried cleaning the watch? Looks like there could be some residue on the bracelet. I know that every time I think my RG DDII has faded, I place it next to a YG watch and am instantly corrected. Either way, I’d be shocked if the color was fading. __________________ Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017

12 April 2019, 09:16 AM	#4
Michigan_State "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: Vince Location: Michigan Posts: 547	I have seen that spot change tones not only on gold watches. Wonder if it has to do with the machining? __________________ Have a nice day!

12 April 2019, 09:12 AM	#2
rodo "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 640	Mine does that also

12 April 2019, 10:37 AM	#6
Mad Hatter "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 268	probably oxidation.

12 April 2019, 10:53 AM	#8
fsprow "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Frank Location: Dallas,NY,Colo. Watch: Patek 5168, 5170P Posts: 2,418	Pure 24 K gold does not oxidize or tarnish. 14 or 18 K gold is alloyed with other metals which indeed can oxidize or tarnish.

12 April 2019, 10:58 AM	#9
shirtguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: ny Watch: sub-c Date Posts: 1,294	Have the same issue with my dd40 yg

12 April 2019, 11:00 AM	#10
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,341	My oyster does that too. I clean it with a brush and it looks better.

12 April 2019, 11:01 AM	#11
ozwatchguy "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: Worldwide Posts: 673	I believe a soft brush and soapy water would do the trick. I notice this even on SS

12 April 2019, 11:17 AM	#12
shirtguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: ny Watch: sub-c Date Posts: 1,294	Is it covered under warranty?

12 April 2019, 11:31 AM	#14
RJRJRJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: USA Posts: 3,496	https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 edit- I don't know how this works on brushed finishes. I've used it on mine and it's been fine though, but YMMV.

12 April 2019, 11:53 AM	#15
JePro "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Seattle Watch: 16613 / 126600 Posts: 446	Have it checked by your AD's watchmaker. I'm sure they've come across issues like this before.

12 April 2019, 12:10 PM	#17
shirtguy "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: ny Watch: sub-c Date Posts: 1,294	Is that a warranty issue? I mean for 35k it should be perfect Would Rolex deal with this?

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