"patented" milled off inside case back, 5513

[hatidua]

Years ago I found an article online that detailed why some case backs had the word "patented" milled off around the time Rolex had the patent expire. The cases prior to this said patented, the ones after did not. Apparently a few on the assembly line simply had the case backs milled to take that word off.

My Google-Fu is weak but if anyone knows the article I'm referring to, I'd really like to find it again.

I'm the original owner of this one, purchased new in January of 1984, I've attached photos of the case back to show what I'm referring to, as well as the watch in question. This watch was initially serviced by Rolex/NY and subsequently other independent watchmakers over the years. If serial number matters, it's 73664XX

Thanks

[antrolexsub]

What is your question? The milling of the “patented” is correct for certain serials ranges.

[hatidua]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

What is your question? .

Did you actually read my post?

[linesiders]

I believe that was on VRF a decade ago.

[antrolexsub]

Originally Posted by hatidua

Did you actually read my post?

In all honesty, no. I got bored after the the first chapter.

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

In all honesty, no. I got bored after the the first chapter.

Surely this is exactly the sort of question that a forum like this should be full of. You’re rather rude. OP hope you get the right link or someone answers directly.

[Filipão]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

In all honesty, no. I got bored after the the first chapter.

Are you here to help and get helped or are you Mr. Know It All?

[Kingface66]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

In all honesty, no. I got bored after the the first chapter.

Then why bother commenting?

[antrolexsub]

Originally Posted by rootbeer7

Surely this is exactly the sort of question that a forum like this should be full of. You’re rather rude. OP hope you get the right link or someone answers directly.

On reflection, you’re right.

Apologies OP, I genuinely didn’t understand the question. And what I thought was a sarcastic reply to my original comment was met with a badly aimed sarcastic response.

[antrolexsub]

Originally Posted by Filipão

Are you here to help and get helped or are you Mr. Know It All?

“Mr know it all” wtf what are you on about?

[hatidua]

Alrighty, now that the fun and games have commenced, does anyone know of a link that could direct me to a more concise explanation of these milled case backs?

I know when they occurred. I know why they occurred. But my "I know why" account is hardly authoritative.

Any help greatly appreciated, thanks and have a nice weekend

[hutch300]

It was 1980-82 (6.2-7 million) Rolex let their patent slip/or it ran out and they thought they'd just have a blank space until they changed their mind in 82... so for that year we got no case engraving of either REGISTERED DESIGN or ORIG.ROLEX DESIGN on the north lug.

Per TuRo on VRF

[Filipão]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

“Mr know it all” wtf what are you on about?

Apologies accepted.

[rootbeer7]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

On reflection, you’re right.

Apologies OP, I genuinely didn’t understand the question. And what I thought was a sarcastic reply to my original comment was met with a badly aimed sarcastic response.

[harry in montreal]

Very cool watch. Interesting variation.

Antrolexsub, since you are such a leader, how about you contribute $ and become a pledge member. Just so you are on equal footing with those you have been rude to.

[1675-David]

Originally Posted by harry in montreal

Very cool watch. Interesting variation.

Antrolexsub, since you are such a leader, how about you contribute $ and become a pledge member. Just so you are on equal footing with those you have been rude to.

On the Otter hand he did post a gracious apology, something you don’t see very often nowadays, especially on Internet forums

[antrolexsub]

Originally Posted by harry in montreal

Very cool watch. Interesting variation.

Antrolexsub, since you are such a leader, how about you contribute $ and become a pledge member. Just so you are on equal footing with those you have been rude to.

I’m not wanting to be a leader of anything. However you make a fair point about becoming a pledge member which I’ll sort now.

Apologies to Filipão also, your reply was justified.

[Filipão]

Originally Posted by antrolexsub

I’m not wanting to be a leader of anything. However you make a fair point about becoming a pledge member which I’ll sort now.

Apologies to Filipão also, your reply was justified.

No need to, told you, accepted!

https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=834483

If you require a PayPal for friends contribution from my side, kindly let me know

;-)