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Old 22 March 2017, 04:45 AM   #1
Frederic Becker
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Grandfather's Rolex

I inherited my Grandpa's watch years ago. Never really wore it as it doesn't keep accurate time. Rolex won't service it. Anyone have a recommendation for service? Also any information about the model would be appreciated.





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Old 22 March 2017, 04:47 AM   #2
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Send it to Rik.
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Old 22 March 2017, 05:45 AM   #3
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taking a while guess - model 6305, BB movement. Parts can be hard to get, yet any competent watchmaker in your area can repair it. Prepare to pay $500 to $1000 for the service. I would say that the dial has redone. Band is too new for the watch.
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Old 22 March 2017, 05:47 AM   #4
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Correct. Band is a new Rolex band. Dial I am not aware of a replacement. What did you see pertaining to the dial it may be a replacement?

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Old 22 March 2017, 06:00 AM   #5
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I Googled your model guess and came up with this. Looks like mine doesn't it?



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Old 22 March 2017, 06:24 AM   #6
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its cool you have your grandfathers rolex! hope you get it running.
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Old 22 March 2017, 06:38 AM   #7
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Very cool watch. You must use a watchmaker who specializes in vintage and knows what is important. Tommy Taylor, R.W.T. on this forum, has a deft touch with older models and and does a very sympathetic service. And with Tommy you'll be able to brag to your buddies the service was done by a multi gold record winning musician. :)
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Old 22 March 2017, 06:50 AM   #8
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Very cool watch. You must use a watchmaker who specializes in vintage and knows what is important. Tommy Taylor, R.W.T. on this forum, has a deft touch with older models and and does a very sympathetic service. And with Tommy you'll be able to brag to your buddies the service was done by a multi gold record winning musician. :)
Thanks Richard. I'll Google Tommy Taylor and reach out to him.

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Old 22 March 2017, 09:44 AM   #9
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Sutter's in Chicago is an RSC, but also has knowledgeable watchmakers on staff.

When you say "Rolex won't service it", it doesn't really tell us much.
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Old 22 March 2017, 11:32 AM   #10
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That's right! I completely forgot about them. Thanks Tools.

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Old 22 March 2017, 02:03 PM   #11
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I'm right here.

You can email me

RolexWatchTime@att.net

Just did 2 of these last month.

Sorry for the late reply I was in the recording studio today :-)
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Old 22 March 2017, 02:05 PM   #12
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I'm right here.

You can email me

RolexWatchTime@att.net

Just did 2 of these last month.

Sorry for the late reply I was in the recording studio today :-)
I'll email you right away.

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