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JCE · 7 September 2009, 02:35 AM

Is there any hope for this baby?
The hole Bezel is missing(
Can this be fixed at a service?

And one more thing: Ca value as is now?

JCE

DRAWTOOL · 7 September 2009, 02:38 AM

I'm sure one of the members here would fix'er right up for ye!

Short answer is: you bet! welcome to the forum!

acce1999 · 7 September 2009, 02:45 AM

There is a lot of hope! The dial and hands look great.

The case might need some care, and you need a new crown and tube, and most likely a good service.

The bezel can be sourced, it might be the tricky part, but I am certain TRF members will come to help. You should talk to Steve Mulholland of this forum to get the bezel.

If "BOO" is a part of the US you should contact Bob Ridley for the service, but you can also contact Dalton of this forum, especially if you want to have a very special attention to the case. He is very skilled.

Also, do not replace any parts like the bracelet, dial, hands. This is important!

You have a VERY nice Rolex there, that will be a true collectors item when it has had its service.

Good luck!

Best,

A

JCE · 7 September 2009, 02:46 AM

Should i send it to a Rolex service center?
JCE

chriseskew24 · 7 September 2009, 02:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

Should i send it to a Rolex service center?
JCE

I wouldent I would do as Acce1999 said. Rolex will not have a perios correct bezel for this sub..

Brushpup · 7 September 2009, 02:59 AM

Take ace's advice.......WELCOME to TRF!!

JCE · 7 September 2009, 03:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acce1999

There is a lot of hope! The dial and hands look great.

The case might need some care, and you need a new crown and tube, and most likely a good service.

The bezel can be sourced, it might be the tricky part, but I am certain TRF members will come to help. You should talk to Steve Mulholland of this forum to get the bezel.

If "BOO" is a part of the US you should contact Bob Ridley for the service, but you can also contact Dalton of this forum, especially if you want to have a very special attention to the case. He is very skilled.

Also, do not replace any parts like the bracelet, dial, hands. This is important!

You have a VERY nice Rolex there, that will be a true collectors item when it has had its service.

Good luck!

Best,

A

Thanks for answering me.
I live in Norway so maybe its difficult to get a service in the USA?
JCE

JCE · 7 September 2009, 03:19 AM

And one more thing: Ca value as is now?

JCE

blueflamesg · 7 September 2009, 03:45 AM

DON change any ORIGINAL parts k

TheDude · 7 September 2009, 03:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

And one more thing: Ca value as is now?

JCE

I presume you can't tell if it runs since I don't know how you'd wind it, but do you know if it -would- run? Can you see if it has the proper movement?

I'm sure people can provide you with some figures based on certain assumptions, but without that info they're flying blind.

It's probably safe to say that it will be worth far more after it has been brought back to what collectors would deem is appropriate condition. The good news for your wallet is, that means -not- replacing lots of things, and not bringing it to 100% condition.

WatchSnob · 7 September 2009, 04:06 AM

Welcome and its a beauty, if you decide it is more of a project than you are looking to get into please contact me. I would be very interested in this.

Christiaan · 7 September 2009, 04:40 AM

I would try to source as many original, period correct parts as possible. Once you have done that I would send it to Rolex geneva with instruction to fully service the movement but to leave the rest of the watch alone...

acce1999 · 7 September 2009, 04:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

Thanks for answering me.
I live in Norway so maybe its difficult to get a service in the USA?
JCE

Send me a PM by help of the private message service here on the forum. I might be able to help. I know a watchmaker that can service your watch, not far from where you live ;-)

Best,

A

JCE · 7 September 2009, 06:39 AM

THANKS TO ALL O YOU

JCE · 7 September 2009, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

THANKS TO ALL O YOU

Anyone have a complete bezel for this watch?

JCE

chriseskew24 · 8 September 2009, 12:02 AM

Try Stevemullholand he has many vintage pieces , and if he dose not have one he can probably locate one.. It will not be a cheap bezel for that watch though. But it will be worth every penny

chriseskew24 · 8 September 2009, 12:03 AM

Also is the dial aftermarket? I see it has T-25 on it. ?? If you get this watch original and complete it will be a beautifull piece and worth a big bag of money :)

bodybump · 8 September 2009, 12:06 AM

Never loose hope when your in TRF!!!! Welcome my friend!!!

JCE · 12 September 2009, 04:50 PM

A little mistake, the watch is actually ref nr 6536 and serialnr 155081 (thats why it looks like a 5508 at first)
Does it makes any difference for the collectible/value

KarlFr · 12 September 2009, 07:09 PM

I'm in Norway as well, wouldn't risk shipping that watch abroad when you got an excellent RSC in Trondheim, sent you a pm about them. Stay away from the Bergen RSC and possibly Oslo since they'll mutilate it. Parts you'll need get from Steve Mulholland if they don't have it, or put an ad up in vintagerolexforum. Take your time and keep it as original as possible, absolutely no aftermarket parts.
Bracelet probably will probably need to be sent to Michael at classicwatchparts abroad though. That's a James Bond sub you got there, never sell it and keep it close, or I'm sure you'll regret it one day.

KarlFr · 12 September 2009, 07:31 PM

Value if you sell it anyways in that state and this economy, roughly estimate at 7000-10500 USD depending if the movement is intact or completely rusted, serial nr intact, papers or not, dial aftermarket/relumed or not etc... for a between 1956-1957 6536/1 sub.

SDDS · 12 September 2009, 10:07 PM

welcome to TRF.. i am sure our members here will help u

Tools · 13 September 2009, 03:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

A little mistake, the watch is actually ref nr 6536 and serialnr 155081 (thats why it looks like a 5508 at first)
Does it makes any difference for the collectible/value

Not really..

The 5508 was the upgrade for the 6536, so yours is a couple of years older, It seems to have the smaller 6mm crown.. save this as the stem is simply broken and a new stem can be fitted and the old crown screwed back on. The larger crown version may be slightly more in demand.. (The James Bond thing)

As said, the hands and dial look excellent for a watch made in the 50's.

A correct bezel may be the most difficult thing to source. those who have one for sale know this.. and also know your watch will jump in value with it, so they are always overpriced..

How far you go with it will depend on how much you want to spend..

With a bezel, it's worth an easy 20,000 dollars....... don't let anybody screw you out of it's value without one..

JCE · 13 September 2009, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tools

Not really..

The 5508 was the upgrade for the 6536, so yours is a couple of years older, It seems to have the smaller 6mm crown.. save this as the stem is simply broken and a new stem can be fitted and the old crown screwed back on. The larger crown version may be slightly more in demand.. (The James Bond thing)

As said, the hands and dial loop excellent for a watch made in the 50's.

A correct bezel may be the most difficult thing to source. those who have one for sale know this.. and also know your watch will jump in value with it, so they are always overpriced..

How far you go with it will depend on how much you want to spend..

With a bezel, it's worth an easy 20,000 dollars....... don't let anybody screw you out of it's value without one..

Thanks for input in this thread.
Its very kind of you

JCE · 13 September 2009, 10:26 PM

The bezel is from a 16610.

Saxon007 · 14 September 2009, 12:42 AM

That bezel is the wrong shape for your reference, you'll need one like this:

http://www.deluxemovements.com/Rolex...ner%201955.htm

JCE · 24 September 2009, 03:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

Is there any hope for this baby?
The hole Bezel is missing(
Can this be fixed at a service?

JCE

JBat · 24 September 2009, 04:59 AM

I would love to see the OP's watch after it's fully restored.

pz93c · 24 September 2009, 09:21 AM

I like it.

It'll definitely do until a correct bezel can be sourced.

Find a good man to service it and replace the case tube and you'll be in business.

JCE · 1 November 2009, 04:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCE

Is there any hope for this baby?
The hole Bezel is missing(
Can this be fixed at a service?

And one more thing: Ca value as is now?

JCE

After service pics (it is the same watch

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DRAWTOOL "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Mikey Uí Néill Location: Olden Texas Watch: 14060M & 16570 Posts: 1,941	I'm sure one of the members here would fix'er right up for ye! Short answer is: you bet! welcome to the forum!

7 September 2009, 02:45 AM	#3
acce1999 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: GMT+1 Posts: 2,711	There is a lot of hope! The dial and hands look great. The case might need some care, and you need a new crown and tube, and most likely a good service. The bezel can be sourced, it might be the tricky part, but I am certain TRF members will come to help. You should talk to Steve Mulholland of this forum to get the bezel. If "BOO" is a part of the US you should contact Bob Ridley for the service, but you can also contact Dalton of this forum, especially if you want to have a very special attention to the case. He is very skilled. Also, do not replace any parts like the bracelet, dial, hands. This is important! You have a VERY nice Rolex there, that will be a true collectors item when it has had its service. Good luck! Best, A

7 September 2009, 02:46 AM	#4
JCE "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NORWAY Watch: SUBMARINER 116619 Posts: 60	Should i send it to a Rolex service center? JCE

7 September 2009, 03:19 AM	#8
JCE "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NORWAY Watch: SUBMARINER 116619 Posts: 60	And one more thing: Ca value as is now? JCE

7 September 2009, 03:45 AM	#9
blueflamesg Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: US Posts: 65	DON change any ORIGINAL parts k

7 September 2009, 04:06 AM	#11
WatchSnob Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: US Posts: 460	Welcome and its a beauty, if you decide it is more of a project than you are looking to get into please contact me. I would be very interested in this.

8 September 2009, 12:02 AM	#16
chriseskew24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: fort lauderdale Watch: Bunches Posts: 1,860	Try Stevemullholand he has many vintage pieces , and if he dose not have one he can probably locate one.. It will not be a cheap bezel for that watch though. But it will be worth every penny

8 September 2009, 12:03 AM	#17
chriseskew24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Christopher Location: fort lauderdale Watch: Bunches Posts: 1,860	Also is the dial aftermarket? I see it has T-25 on it. ?? If you get this watch original and complete it will be a beautifull piece and worth a big bag of money :)

12 September 2009, 04:50 PM	#19
JCE "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NORWAY Watch: SUBMARINER 116619 Posts: 60	A little mistake, the watch is actually ref nr 6536 and serialnr 155081 (thats why it looks like a 5508 at first) Does it makes any difference for the collectible/value

12 September 2009, 07:09 PM	#20
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	I'm in Norway as well, wouldn't risk shipping that watch abroad when you got an excellent RSC in Trondheim, sent you a pm about them. Stay away from the Bergen RSC and possibly Oslo since they'll mutilate it. Parts you'll need get from Steve Mulholland if they don't have it, or put an ad up in vintagerolexforum. Take your time and keep it as original as possible, absolutely no aftermarket parts. Bracelet probably will probably need to be sent to Michael at classicwatchparts abroad though. That's a James Bond sub you got there, never sell it and keep it close, or I'm sure you'll regret it one day.

12 September 2009, 07:31 PM	#21
KarlFr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Scandinavia Watch: ♛ Posts: 1,330	Value if you sell it anyways in that state and this economy, roughly estimate at 7000-10500 USD depending if the movement is intact or completely rusted, serial nr intact, papers or not, dial aftermarket/relumed or not etc... for a between 1956-1957 6536/1 sub.

14 September 2009, 12:42 AM	#26
Saxon007 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 2,002	That bezel is the wrong shape for your reference, you'll need one like this: http://www.deluxemovements.com/Rolex...ner%201955.htm __________________ Licensed to kill time.

24 September 2009, 04:59 AM	#28
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I would love to see the OP's watch after it's fully restored.

24 September 2009, 09:21 AM	#29
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	I like it. It'll definitely do until a correct bezel can be sourced. Find a good man to service it and replace the case tube and you'll be in business.

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