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2 July 2013, 06:09 AM | #1 |
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1680 RedSub SOS
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I dont know where to begin other than i have felt sick for 3 days since this issue happened. Last week I managed to get some moisture ingress in my 1680. I opened the crown to allow the moisture escape. Put the watch in my airing cupboard as this is the dryest place in my house. The next morning I checked the watch and to my horror the dial has developed cracks and has lifted of the base almost fouling the hands. Please dont post any responses saying "you shouldnt do that" or words to that effect, I am well aware that I have ruined my pride and joy. I havent taken any pictures as it almost sends me to tears (I know a grown man of 41 years) but its my birth year Red Sub that took me 2 years to source. My question is, can anyone assist in pointing me to any known sellers who can supply a genuine non refinished Feet First Dial suitable for a 1972 Submariner. I havent looked into the insurance side yet but i want source the replacement parts myself. The rest of the watch is fine, i just need a replacement dial. I am aware these are not the easiest to find and the price will be high. Can Anyone help me on this?
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Wow, sorry to hear that.
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2 July 2013, 06:22 AM | #3 |
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I would start at the VRF "vintage rolex forum" and place a wtb post. I am sure many of our members will provide good advice on this.
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2 July 2013, 06:34 AM | #6 |
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Sorry to hear that...
While it'll cost you, I bet you can source a dial with hard work and persistence. |
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2 July 2013, 06:36 AM | #8 |
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I am not sure, but maybe RSC can provide you with a dial when presenting the watch to them. I read somewhere that this is possible in some RSCs
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2 July 2013, 06:37 AM | #9 |
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Yeah, don't let that watch sit or you're really in trouble.
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2 July 2013, 06:38 AM | #10 |
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Sorry to see this - must be heart-breaking. Good luck finding a suitable replacement.
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2 July 2013, 06:45 AM | #11 |
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Moisture in a watch is an emergency, it must be dried properly and serviced as the water has dispersed the oil and before rust sets in. Sorry to hear your story.
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Sorry to hear this, service is urgent if you want to prevent rust inside the movement! Good luck searching a dial, i'm sure forum members here and on VRF will be able to help you!..
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2 July 2013, 07:28 AM | #13 |
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Service is definately being sorted ASAP. Thanks for the pointers and advice, I have had some very helpful PMs already.
Very much appreciated.
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Sorry to read this sad news . . .
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It had been said already that you need to service the watch to avoid further damage.
This goes for the repair, I trust that you will get also a dial, but one main question arises. How did this happen ? Do you know ? Its very important to find out from where the moisture / water got in. If it is a seal or the crystal, you will end up again to point 1. So, trace the weak point and take care.
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So sorry to hear this, but yes, please give us the details of how it happened, as painful as it might be. Did you swim with it? Just in the shower? Where do you think the moisture got in? Maybe there's a lesson for others here, although a hard one, of course. It's sad.
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Sorry to hear that. As others have mentioned get it serviced first. Sourcing a red sub dial or even a service red sub dial will take time and cost big but sure you will find one eventually. Try contacting Mike Wood in the UK who's a member here too, he might be able to assist. Also try contacting the vintage sellers in the sticky above for sourcing a dial. All the best!
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I've read on here that Rsc will replace a damaged red dial with a new service red. Maybe a decent temporary solution while you look for another "correct" dial. Good luck.
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Really sorry to hear this Paul. My condolences.
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Sorry to hear about that, I think that is a nightmare for all vitnage collectors. Can we ask how it happen?
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2 July 2013, 03:05 PM | #21 |
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Sorry to hear this. This makes me re-think if I need to wear my red sub when I take shower.
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every vintage owners nightmare...
i believe this is still available https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=249855 |
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I will be speaking to Rolex RSC (Kent UK) today to see what can be done. Paul
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I don't think the service dials with the red lettering are sold by the RSC anymore, guess it would be a White lettering service dial but still enough to tide over till source an original.
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Paul,
What a f@cker, sorry to hear the news. Cannot recommend Bill Rice enough for a service, did a great job on my 1680. http://www.williamricewatches.com/ Good luck with the replacement dial, I am sure a good one will appear, probably worth waiting for the right ff dial to become available. Will be in touch re the London GTG as we are down your way from the 10th August. Best, Gabriel
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Very sorry to hear!!
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So how did it happen?
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Sorry to hear this Paul , good lesson for us all .
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So sorry to hear, gives me the willies just reading your post. Any idea how it happened? Good luck, I'm sure that you'll get it sorted out, please keep us all posted here.
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Nightmare Paul so sorry to hear this
Rolex UK will replace a red dial with a red lumi dial but its now £1500 + cost of service so don't expect any change out of £2500 |
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