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teacard · 9 July 2009, 06:11 AM

Hi, I must admit to being an Omega enthusiast but I do have a GMT IIc ( promise!!) and maybe the watch in the picture!!

I have not had sight of it but have been told its an early 70's model. Its being offered by a private seller on behalf of his father who is in his 90's!

I notice the bracelet ends have been replaced but I want to ask whether its worth a punt to restore ( have restored to be precise )?

Many thanks, Alan

Tools · 9 July 2009, 08:07 AM

My feeling is that any Rolex is worthy of a rescue.. This one is no exception and the head appears to be in good condition.... A rebuild and it would be good for another lifetime.

The bracelet is trashed and I don't think that I would bother with any restoration of it since DateJusts are not usually high dollar (comparatively) pieces. It looks like the end-piece was replaced at some point after complete failure.. It also looks like the wrong spring-bars are being used at that end and should not stick out past the case..

If the price is right, this one may only need a service, new crystal, and a bracelet..

Retail, the service should be about 600USD, and another 800 for a new service replacement bracelet.

Options for the bracelet if the cost of a new one is too high could be an aftermarket piece or leather.....

pz93c · 9 July 2009, 10:47 AM

I would.

But I'm a sucker like that.

teacard · 10 July 2009, 04:15 AM

Thanks for the info.

Looking at the bracelet and service price - I wont be offering too much - . I'm looking at around £250 ( 400US). Is this taking the urine?

There does not seem to be any point in more as a good one seems to be £1200 ( 1800US).

Thanks again, Alan

crombie · 10 July 2009, 11:25 AM

If it can be had at a reasonable price I'd pick it up. Probably just needs some polishing up right now, and the Datejust doesn't have to be worn on a bracelet, these watches look pretty good on a nice strap, since it is a dressier model. It doesn't look too bad to me (depending on price).

pz93c · 10 July 2009, 01:39 PM

They do look great on a strap.

I'll try to get a pic of mine up in a day or two.

teacard · 12 July 2009, 04:03 AM

I made an offer today and it was declined. He said it was going back in the drawer....

I thought it was a fair offer based upon the potential restoration costs.

Oh well - will keep looking for more....

Thanks for your help, Alan

9 July 2009, 08:07 AM	#2
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,037	My feeling is that any Rolex is worthy of a rescue.. This one is no exception and the head appears to be in good condition.... A rebuild and it would be good for another lifetime. The bracelet is trashed and I don't think that I would bother with any restoration of it since DateJusts are not usually high dollar (comparatively) pieces. It looks like the end-piece was replaced at some point after complete failure.. It also looks like the wrong spring-bars are being used at that end and should not stick out past the case.. If the price is right, this one may only need a service, new crystal, and a bracelet.. Retail, the service should be about 600USD, and another 800 for a new service replacement bracelet. Options for the bracelet if the cost of a new one is too high could be an aftermarket piece or leather..... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

9 July 2009, 10:47 AM	#3
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	I would. But I'm a sucker like that.

10 July 2009, 04:15 AM	#4
teacard Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Alan W Location: UK Watch: PO45,GMTc,Flighty Posts: 64	Thanks for the info. Looking at the bracelet and service price - I wont be offering too much - . I'm looking at around £250 ( 400US). Is this taking the urine? There does not seem to be any point in more as a good one seems to be £1200 ( 1800US). Thanks again, Alan

10 July 2009, 11:25 AM	#5
crombie "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 246	If it can be had at a reasonable price I'd pick it up. Probably just needs some polishing up right now, and the Datejust doesn't have to be worn on a bracelet, these watches look pretty good on a nice strap, since it is a dressier model. It doesn't look too bad to me (depending on price).

10 July 2009, 01:39 PM	#6
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	They do look great on a strap. I'll try to get a pic of mine up in a day or two.

12 July 2009, 04:03 AM	#7
teacard Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Alan W Location: UK Watch: PO45,GMTc,Flighty Posts: 64	I made an offer today and it was declined. He said it was going back in the drawer.... I thought it was a fair offer based upon the potential restoration costs. Oh well - will keep looking for more.... Thanks for your help, Alan

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