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Ifbychance · 21 November 2009, 02:47 PM

Hello to All...

I am thinking of purchasing a Rolex Submariner 5512 (circa 1964) and while viewing the pics noticed that there were some areas of what appeared to be a little corrosion inside the case of the watch where it joins with the crystal.

Short question...Can that be removed or cleaned by a good service tech?

Appreciate your input...

roadcarver · 21 November 2009, 04:00 PM

Corrossion as in rust or pitting?

The problem is that the corrossion is at a critical part of the watch where the crystal and case meets... it may no longer be water tight?

bodybump · 21 November 2009, 04:11 PM

ummm water inside the watch and dried up moist...have it serviced..

Ifbychance · 21 November 2009, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

Corrossion as in rust or pitting?

The problem is that the corrossion is at a critical part of the watch where the crystal and case meets... it may no longer be water tight?

Appears to be corrosion as in some rust hard to tell in the pics though. Here is the link to the pics. Notably the area around 7/8 dial markers and 11 dial marker. I cannot see to the right of the watch but I would imagine some probably on the right side as well. I do not plan to wear the watch in the water just an everyday wearer.

http://www.interwatches.com/rolex-su...er-5512-p26683

You may have to do a cut and paste onto your browser...

Finding a Sub 5512 is really nice shape has been a challenge. Plenty of 5513s though. Anyone know of any available through someone reputable?

Thanks Again...

deserted · 22 November 2009, 01:02 AM

Send in to RSC for service.......

Tools · 22 November 2009, 04:39 AM

I don't think that the corrosion that you see on the mating flange is a big issue.. It is not bad for a 40 year old watch and does not extend into the critical area of the sealing flange where the gasket rides.. It is outside that area where body oils and oxides build up and start the corrosion process.. something that a routine service will abate..

If a new gasket lightly coated with silicone grease is used, and the watch was serviced...and it seems that it has been... then I don't believe that it will progress for many years..

That surface can be filled and machined flat again, or perhaps even machined a bit without losing any of the structural integrity.....but that would be a last resort..

padi56 · 22 November 2009, 04:53 AM

Have to agree with Larry and the most important part the movement looks in first class shape nothing to worry about looks more like normal dirt/sweat stains to me.

Ifbychance · 22 November 2009, 10:52 AM

I appreciate all the feedback from the forum members that have responded in regards to the subject I inquired about. So, I made an offer on the watch and they accepted. I would imagine I will receive it in a few days... Now my next question: Should I send it to an RSC for service?

Thanks Again in Advance...

21 November 2009, 02:47 PM	#1
Ifbychance Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Beach, MD Watch: Rolex Sub 5512 Posts: 22	Corrosion Removal? Hello to All... I am thinking of purchasing a Rolex Submariner 5512 (circa 1964) and while viewing the pics noticed that there were some areas of what appeared to be a little corrosion inside the case of the watch where it joins with the crystal. Short question...Can that be removed or cleaned by a good service tech? Appreciate your input...

21 November 2009, 04:00 PM	#2
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Corrossion as in rust or pitting? The problem is that the corrossion is at a critical part of the watch where the crystal and case meets... it may no longer be water tight? __________________ I'm just a cook...

21 November 2009, 04:11 PM	#3
bodybump ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 DATEJUST41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Oscar Location: Florida Watch: Me!!! Posts: 23,225	ummm water inside the watch and dried up moist...have it serviced.. __________________

22 November 2009, 04:39 AM	#6
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,037	I don't think that the corrosion that you see on the mating flange is a big issue.. It is not bad for a 40 year old watch and does not extend into the critical area of the sealing flange where the gasket rides.. It is outside that area where body oils and oxides build up and start the corrosion process.. something that a routine service will abate.. If a new gasket lightly coated with silicone grease is used, and the watch was serviced...and it seems that it has been... then I don't believe that it will progress for many years.. That surface can be filled and machined flat again, or perhaps even machined a bit without losing any of the structural integrity.....but that would be a last resort.. __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

22 November 2009, 04:53 AM	#7
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,235	Have to agree with Larry and the most important part the movement looks in first class shape nothing to worry about looks more like normal dirt/sweat stains to me. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

22 November 2009, 01:02 AM	#5
deserted Banned Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: fort wayne IN Watch: Patek 1909003 Posts: 2,176	Send in to RSC for service.......

22 November 2009, 10:52 AM	#8
Ifbychance Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Beach, MD Watch: Rolex Sub 5512 Posts: 22	Watch Corrision I appreciate all the feedback from the forum members that have responded in regards to the subject I inquired about. So, I made an offer on the watch and they accepted. I would imagine I will receive it in a few days... Now my next question: Should I send it to an RSC for service? Thanks Again in Advance...

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