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21 September 2017, 02:44 AM | #1 |
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Robustness of vintage Rolex watches
After owning multiple new Rolex models I'm now considering getting a vintage Sub from the late 70s. As expected, my new Rolexes run perfectly, keep excellent time, and haven't needed servicing (all are under 10 years old). However, I am wondering how robust vintage models are, specifically late 70s Subs.
A few years ago I bought a vintage Omega for my wife and it has been nothing but trouble, even after a complete servicing. The main problem seems to be that the watch is easily magnetized and loses/gains time regularly. What should I expect of a recently serviced late 70s Sub? Will it be "delicate/unreliable" like my wife's Omega, or robust like my new Rolexes? Thanks in advance for your responses! |
21 September 2017, 10:39 PM | #2 |
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21 September 2017, 11:09 PM | #3 |
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