"Unrepairable" Old Rolex? Advice Needed

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Originally Posted by Jelder

Thanks all for the feedback. I love the way the watch looks now- in car terms it's called 'patina'. Maybe it's the same here.
All I think I'm going to do is have the crystal replaced and the movement restored to tip-top condition, and then wear it all the time and not worry about cosmetics.

Definitely don't have the case polished. Patina is a term widely used and appreciate in the watch world as well. Just change crystal and have movement serviced and you're good to go for years of enjoyment!