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Old 11 February 2018, 06:17 PM   #91
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Total reborn...really nice :-)
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Old 11 February 2018, 06:21 PM   #92
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Wow, it came out like new
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Old 11 February 2018, 08:07 PM   #93
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Does this mean Rolex have some vintage spares . But very reluctant to use.


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Old 11 February 2018, 10:54 PM   #94
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What parts? Dial is obviously service. Anyway, if it floats your boat: enjoy it. I don't like this look.
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Old 11 February 2018, 11:03 PM   #95
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Well, I realise that it's not a purist solution, but I really like it. Well done for persevering with it, too.
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Old 11 February 2018, 11:14 PM   #96
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Well, I realise that it's not a purist solution, but I really like it. Well done for persevering with it, too.
Hey Tony, I agree its bloody lovely if I see a single red with a scruffy or awful dial I wont hesitate to buy it and attempt this myself little project watch .
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Old 11 February 2018, 11:15 PM   #97
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Hey Tony, I agree its bloody lovely if I see a single red with a scruffy or awful dial I wont hesitate to buy it and attempt this myself little project watch .
I guess the risk would be the uncertainty of getting the same result. I know what you mean though.
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Old 12 February 2018, 01:36 AM   #98
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I like it! TBO, I’m not a vintage guy yet. Perhaps one day I’ll become a purist, but for now I prefer watches to have a newer look. Funny that these vintage Rolexes cost so little when new and cost more than new ones now. The recently auctioned PN is mind blowing.
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Old 14 February 2018, 07:54 AM   #99
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Great end to the story, sweet looking dial.
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Old 14 February 2018, 11:37 PM   #100
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Thanks, guys!
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Old 15 February 2018, 01:44 AM   #101
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great story and read... I remember the original thread and was of the camp to keep it. I'm glad you did.

Thanks for sharing.
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Old 15 February 2018, 01:54 AM   #102
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Hmmm ... The nature of the deal is tough to assess. It's a great story, and kudos to the OP for having the patience and determination to get the end result. However, all vintage qualities of this watch are now gone, although I realize that when purchased the watch was already a wreck.

This Sub now looks fantastic and is super cool, but I'm not sure about its appeal/value in the world of vintage watch collecting.
OP did not purchase this watch as an investment, at least this is my understanding.
Congratulations and enjoy...
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Old 15 February 2018, 02:27 AM   #103
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Congratulations! All the credit goes to you OP for sticking to what your heart desires.
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Old 18 February 2018, 01:01 PM   #104
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This is very cool. I don't think I'd have that kind of patience. Looks beautiful.
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Old 18 February 2018, 11:28 PM   #105
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Old 20 February 2018, 07:53 AM   #106
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Old 21 February 2018, 03:43 AM   #107
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it looks beautiful, you gonna share how much it costs for the repair.
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Old 21 February 2018, 09:50 AM   #108
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it looks beautiful, you gonna share how much it costs for the repair.
See post 66.
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Old 21 February 2018, 10:20 AM   #109
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Another WOW and Congratulations!

As much as you put into getting it to this point-Enjoy and wear in good health!!
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Old 21 February 2018, 08:27 PM   #110
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Congrats and well done for perusing it, people give up too easy these days.

Are the red dials the same as white but just red lettering? If so, do you think they make them to order rather than sending stock to local centres? Might explain why some service centres think they don’t exist, ie not in their stock maybe?

If this is the case, surely you could pursue almost any sub restoration with the right contact at HQ?

What amazed me was the amount of people that thought it was such a bad deal in the first place, I thought these red subs were silly money? One guy even said “send it back, there’s a store near me with one for $5500” over here you wouldn’t get a beaten normal sub for that.
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Old 22 February 2018, 02:34 AM   #111
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I struggled with sharing the costs associated with this repair. However, after consulting with a well respected TRF moderator, I have decided to share the information with all of you.

NECESSARY SERVICE / PARTS Charges
l Full service........................................... .................................................. .................................................. ............ 1,000.00
l Replace crown............................................. .................................................. .................................................. ..... 0.00
l Replace dial and hands............................................. .................................................. ........................................... 0.00
l Buff case.............................................. .................................................. .................................................. ............ 0.00
l Buff bracelet.......................................... .................................................. .................................................. .......... 0.00
l Change fittings.......................................... .................................................. .................................................. ....... 0.00
l CROWN 704-0 AC MONOBLOC.......................................... .................................................. .............................. 87.00
l DIAL 1680-0 BLACK RED PRINT MARKERS LGN............................................... .............................................. 1,375.00
l HANDS 5513-0 /1665 /1675 240 G BATON LUMI.............................................. .................................................. . 69.00
l SECOND HAND TR 1665-0 240 85 G DISQ LUMI.............................................. .................................................. 36.00
l 2 x HOLLOW FITTING ASSEMBLED 580 20 ST................................................ .................................................. 138.00
l Replace disc for bezel............................................. .................................................. .................................................. ....... 0.00
l DISC FOR BEZEL 5513/12 /1665 /80 /9401 NOIR LUMI.............................................. ................................................. Necessary Service/Parts Total 48.00
2,753.00
Shipping & Handling 0.00
Additional Sales Tax Total Necessary Service/Parts Charges 0.00
2,753.00

The original "assessment" fee was waived and I was given an additional discount for the extended time it took to get the watch back to me. (9 months)

The total was significantly less than I had anticipated when I originally sent the watch in.
this may look a lot at first, but surely worth it.
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Old 22 February 2018, 12:37 PM   #112
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Just a note to say that I was at the RSC in Toronto and was told that getting a red service luminova dial was no problem.


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Old 23 February 2018, 11:07 AM   #113
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Just a note to say that I was at the RSC in Toronto and was told that getting a red service luminova dial was no problem.
Did they mention if they stock the dials or do they come from Geneve?
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Old 23 February 2018, 11:57 AM   #114
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I really love the humongous date magnification on the 1680s!
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Old 23 February 2018, 01:43 PM   #115
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Did they mention if they stock the dials or do they come from Geneve?


He didn’t say, but I admired his candour. He advised me to not consider it with my dial as mine is well preserved (i wasn’t by the way). He also said it would be expensive. He also said he wouldn’t advise polishing a vintage piece like mine. Pretty unusual for RSC. I’ve heard others have had good experiences with vintage pieces at RSC Toronto.


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Old 23 February 2018, 09:51 PM   #116
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Actually, I. Elie RBI’s words were “we can get them” so that suggests to me that they would have to get them from Genčve HQ.
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Old 23 February 2018, 09:53 PM   #117
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Actually, I. Elie RBI’s words were “we can get them” so that suggests to me that they would have to get them from Genčve HQ.
Damn autocorrect. I believe his words were...

As you were.
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Old 23 February 2018, 10:29 PM   #118
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What a great story
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Old 24 February 2018, 12:13 PM   #119
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RSC does a fantastic job with their case refinishing! The dial looks awesome!
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Old 24 February 2018, 08:12 PM   #120
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Beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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