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zulander1526 · 2 November 2011, 06:02 AM

hi, i have a 6569 but the dial (i think) was painted over. would it be wise to have it re-dialled or keep the original dial and find a replacement instead?

below is how the watch looks like.

thanks.

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adam78 · 2 November 2011, 07:29 AM

I can't really judge from a low resolution photo such as this, but it looks fine, and the black is pleasing. I don't think a redial would be necessary. From higher resolution photos we might be able to make a better determination of its originality (or not).

achova · 2 November 2011, 08:03 AM

Agree with Adam above about more photos.

If it is original - I'd strongly recommend agains refinishing. 'Flaws' are a testament to the service provided - and add to the allure of a quality vintage piece.

SPARTAN2161 · 2 November 2011, 01:16 PM

Definitely been redialed. If the dial looks fine now i would say keep it. If not search for a used one that hasn't been redialed. Either way enjoy your watch and welcome to the forum!

zulander1526 · 2 November 2011, 04:19 PM

i will try to take better photos and post again here.

some of my watch enthusiast friends say the same thing.... to keep the original dial as is and just try to look for a replacement. they say not to touch the original, even if it was previously re-dialed or painted over. question is... where can i find a 6569 dial? can anyone point me to the right direction?

thanks!

zulander1526 · 2 November 2011, 04:20 PM

and thanks for the warm welcome! :)

SWIMPRUF · 2 November 2011, 04:30 PM

Dial looks fine to me even if redialed.

zulander1526 · 3 November 2011, 12:29 AM

here are more pictures....

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zulander1526 · 3 November 2011, 02:32 PM

i have another question.... what would be the proper bracelet for this model?

zulander1526 · 8 November 2011, 02:48 AM

bracelet and dial tips would be much appreciated.

adam78 · 8 November 2011, 03:29 AM

It does look like the dial was previously refinished. It looks okay as it is, so unless you desire another dial color (or back to silver), I'd say leave it as is. For bracelet, to be period-correct, you'd want to look for a 7205 riveted bracelet with 19mm end pieces (such as #57, 60, or 61). Sometimes you may find the USA-made C&I riveted bracelets, but be sure it's a 19mm size. Otherwise I'd just put it on a nice black thick leather or exotic strap (i.e. ditch the nylon).

2 November 2011, 06:02 AM	#1
zulander1526 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: philippines Posts: 9	rolex oyster perpetual 6569 hi, i have a 6569 but the dial (i think) was painted over. would it be wise to have it re-dialled or keep the original dial and find a replacement instead? below is how the watch looks like. thanks. ...

2 November 2011, 07:29 AM	#2
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,829	I can't really judge from a low resolution photo such as this, but it looks fine, and the black is pleasing. I don't think a redial would be necessary. From higher resolution photos we might be able to make a better determination of its originality (or not). __________________ Cheers, Adam

2 November 2011, 08:03 AM	#3
achova "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Adam C. Location: W. Washington Watch: it vary. Posts: 626	Agree with Adam above about more photos. If it is original - I'd strongly recommend agains refinishing. 'Flaws' are a testament to the service provided - and add to the allure of a quality vintage piece. __________________ GMT-Master 1675 - Explorers - Rolex & Tudor Submariners - Omega Speedmasters - etc.

2 November 2011, 04:30 PM	#7
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	Dial looks fine to me even if redialed. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

8 November 2011, 03:29 AM	#11
adam78 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,829	It does look like the dial was previously refinished. It looks okay as it is, so unless you desire another dial color (or back to silver), I'd say leave it as is. For bracelet, to be period-correct, you'd want to look for a 7205 riveted bracelet with 19mm end pieces (such as #57, 60, or 61). Sometimes you may find the USA-made C&I riveted bracelets, but be sure it's a 19mm size. Otherwise I'd just put it on a nice black thick leather or exotic strap (i.e. ditch the nylon). __________________ Cheers, Adam

2 November 2011, 01:16 PM	#4
SPARTAN2161 Banned Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Nick H. Location: Amherst, NY Watch: me flip Posts: 1,901	Definitely been redialed. If the dial looks fine now i would say keep it. If not search for a used one that hasn't been redialed. Either way enjoy your watch and welcome to the forum!

2 November 2011, 04:19 PM	#5
zulander1526 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: philippines Posts: 9	i will try to take better photos and post again here. some of my watch enthusiast friends say the same thing.... to keep the original dial as is and just try to look for a replacement. they say not to touch the original, even if it was previously re-dialed or painted over. question is... where can i find a 6569 dial? can anyone point me to the right direction? thanks!

2 November 2011, 04:20 PM	#6
zulander1526 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: philippines Posts: 9	and thanks for the warm welcome! :)

3 November 2011, 12:29 AM	#8
zulander1526 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: philippines Posts: 9	here are more pictures.... ...

3 November 2011, 02:32 PM	#9
zulander1526 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: philippines Posts: 9	i have another question.... what would be the proper bracelet for this model?

8 November 2011, 02:48 AM	#10
zulander1526 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: philippines Posts: 9	bracelet and dial tips would be much appreciated.

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