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Old 24 April 2019, 03:01 PM   #31
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I see a lot of focus on the bracelet....the first thing I would do is to service the movement. Make sure it’s all cleaned up, oiled, water tight and regulated.

A new plexi for sure. This is inexpensive and can be changed when watch is serviced.
I was initially trying to find a place to service the bracelet because the gold center links towards the head were torn in some areas. I thought the bracelet was one of the essential elements of this watch. While looking for that specific service I found the Rolex Forum. Mind you, this was prior to my enlightenment from the knowledge base here. I quickly found a thread on bracelet repair and decided between Rolliworks or Hong Kong. As I was telling my buddy over a few beers today, I regret not servicing the watch first after having read so many posts here on the forum. Waterproof and function first to protect the promary elements which seem to be the dial, hands, case, and movement--I think in that order. I joined just a few months ago and the bracelet has been out for about two months now. Definitely would have changed the order of operation had I spent a little more time researching. That said, it will be the next thing. I'm thinking The Watch Buyer's Group in Pasadena. Has anybody had experience with them? they seem to have excellent reviews and an impressive warranty. Damn. That sounds like an advertisement. Ahhh yes, impeccable credentials. Hahhaha!
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Old 24 April 2019, 03:10 PM   #32
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That is an awesome Tiffany GMT!!!

The bracelet can be fully restored.
The watch can be serviced sympathetically having regard to its antiquity and be brought back to near-new condition.
Cool Seiko !!!
Man you got great taste (and so too your father)!
That's a family treasure to cherish.
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Old 25 April 2019, 05:06 AM   #33
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That is an awesome Tiffany GMT!!!

The bracelet can be fully restored.
The watch can be serviced sympathetically having regard to its antiquity and be brought back to near-new condition.
Cool Seiko !!!
Man you got great taste (and so too your father)!
That's a family treasure to cherish.
Thank you. The bracelet I just received a few hours ago, after a few months at Rolliworks. Took a little longer than their standard turnaround time as they had just moved office locations to Campbell. I will post pics later tonight. The Seiko I had before I got the Rolex and continued to wear the Seiko. Even after having the Rolex for a long time I never felt comfortable wearing it all the time because I was very active (mountain biking, martial arts, gym, body surfing…whatever) and my job was not the appropriate place to wear the Rolex (bagging groceries and checking while working my way through my BA and Master). it wasn't until I knocked the bezel off my Seiko that I started wearing the Rolex. I did not fix the Seiko for a number of years and only had the Seiko repaired when the bracelet on the Rolex had a few torn links and after I accidentally ripped out the crown. I had it welded, poorly, and had the watch serviced for the last time in 1995, and had the crown replaced A few weeks later and more tears in the links. I repaired the Seiko and retired the Rolex. Still wearing the Seiko almost exclusively, it's quartz and still keeps amazing time considering it's age and the fact that is has never been serviced in like 40 years. Also kind of funny is that when I had the bracelet link welded the one time, 25 years ago, they assembled that side of the bracelet backwards so it tapered towards the head instead of towards the clasp. i didn't notice that until I posted the pictures on page one of this thread prior to sending it to Rolliworks.
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Old 25 April 2019, 02:14 PM   #34
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As promised, here are a few quick pics. Just noticed I put it on backwards...One of the end links is rotating a bit much for my liking and the other fits ok, I may (will most likely) send it back. Aside from that, it is much tighter and as expected lost abut an inch in length. I need an extra link to make it really fit my wrist again but it does fit. Probably the way it's supposed to be worn to mitigate stretch but not the way it feels good wearing, IMO. Honest opinions welcome.
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Old 26 April 2019, 05:55 AM   #35
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Have to thank Rik for working on this gem!
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Old 26 April 2019, 07:45 AM   #36
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Apparently Rik does great work. Lovely watch and I like the two-tone insert.
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Old 26 April 2019, 10:49 AM   #37
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Here's a comparison pic. I tried to scale the two as closely as possible and as you can see it lost about an inch in length if you count the visible difference and the fact that it is now on the last adjustment slots. It does look quite nice. Many thanks to the people at Rolliworks.
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Old 24 May 2019, 07:57 AM   #38
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That is an awesome Tiffany GMT!!!

The bracelet can be fully restored.
The watch can be serviced sympathetically having regard to its antiquity and be brought back to near-new condition.
Cool Seiko !!!
Man you got great taste (and so too your father)!
That's a family treasure to cherish.
Thank you! Perhaps a bit late but better late than never! BTW, if you are interested, I did post a few pics of the bracelet after refurbishing. Servicing is on the horizon but the oldest of my three kids is starting college this fall, so that might have to wait a bit. And so it begins…
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Old 24 May 2019, 08:10 AM   #39
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Be interested to see the bracelet post-rebuild. I think I'd set the bracelet aside and install a nice brown leather strap.
Thought I would revisit this thread and answer some of the responses. thank you for your comments, I have posted a few pics of the bracelet in it's refurbished glory if you are interested, and I did indeed get a leather strap. Although, I still won't wear the watch until it is properly serviced.
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Old 24 April 2021, 12:26 PM   #40
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Update! Just had my watch serviced by Phillip Ridley! He was a pleasure to work with! Always willing to pick up my call and answer my stupid questions. He also helped source an appropriate bezel ring because the one that was on there was not working and I like things to work. The bezel insert is the same damaged one that has always been on it far as I know. Apparently, there was a little water intrusion at some point and a few of the gears we damaged, which he replaced upon inspection along with the reverser gears and a few other bits. Thank you very much Phillip for the excellent work. A few pics!
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Old 24 April 2021, 02:29 PM   #41
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Really enjoy and love to see this rootbeer every time you post it . This one still win my heart


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Old 24 April 2021, 03:29 PM   #42
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Really enjoy and love to see this rootbeer every time you post it . This one still win my heart
Thank you, I am very glad to have it back!
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Old 25 April 2021, 10:03 PM   #43
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Just a thought about the Tiffany dial that posed a question Wouldn’t RSC know by the serial if this watch was retailed by Tiffany or through the 1989 service? Or maybe Tiffany would know?
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Old 25 April 2021, 11:52 PM   #44
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Great looking watch!!
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Old 26 April 2021, 12:53 AM   #45
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Just a thought about the Tiffany dial that posed a question Wouldn’t RSC know by the serial if this watch was retailed by Tiffany or through the 1989 service? Or maybe Tiffany would know?
You would think so. Here is a lively thread that I think you'll find interesting! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=778533
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Old 26 April 2021, 12:54 AM   #46
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Old 26 April 2021, 06:07 AM   #47
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Congrats on getting it back the way it did. Veru nice watch. Mr. Ridley worked his magic

The one endlink needs some more adjustment, should not be so difficult for a DIY
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Old 26 June 2021, 02:22 PM   #48
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Another update. Went to Rolex BH and got an appropriate insert for this watch. In other words, full disco ball! Would have liked to get a period correct, somewhat fat-font version, but too expensive at the moment. I will replace this one eventually but I think it looks quite nice. In case you are wondering, Rolex BH charged me $171 for this insert and I kept the all brown insert that was on it. I'm quite sure the keeping part was an additional charge as I think the insert is only $61. My advise, if there is a Rolex AD you have been working with, get it from them… On another note, the photo does not do this watch justice. The insert actually looks quite good!
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Old 26 June 2021, 02:26 PM   #49
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Congrats on getting it back the way it did. Veru nice watch. Mr. Ridley worked his magic

The one endlink needs some more adjustment, should not be so difficult for a DIY
I don't thinks it needs adjustment so much as full replacement. These are the American made endlinks and I have come to the conclusion that having the small metal tube in the end link like on the Swiss version bracelet end links is the way to go. If anyone can confirm that please post a comment. Should I get the 455 J, 450s, what?
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Old 26 June 2021, 05:18 PM   #50
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Small detail: I love that gold "T" piece in the end links.
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Old 26 June 2021, 05:48 PM   #51
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Old 26 June 2021, 06:20 PM   #52
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Update! Just had my watch serviced by Phillip Ridley!

What are the the gears in the first pictures?

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Another update. Went to Rolex BH and got an appropriate insert for this watch. In other words, full disco ball! Would have liked to get a period correct, somewhat fat-font version, but too expensive at the moment. I will replace this one eventually but I think it looks quite nice. In case you are wondering, Rolex BH charged me $171 for this insert and I kept the all brown insert that was on it. I'm quite sure the keeping part was an additional charge as I think the insert is only $61. My advise, if there is a Rolex AD you have been working with, get it from them… On another note, the photo does not do this watch justice. The insert actually looks quite good!
You got one without them needing to service it? That's the line I got at an AD. Another one said they could do it for me but I still have to check.
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Old 27 June 2021, 08:58 AM   #53
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What are the the gears in the first pictures?



You got one without them needing to service it? That's the line I got at an AD. Another one said they could do it for me but I still have to check.
I had just serviced it about 2 months ago. However, when I brought it in to Rolex befor to service they had to authenticate prior to anything and service was required once I got it back. Instead I used Phillip Ridley. Glad I did!
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Old 27 June 2021, 09:00 AM   #54
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Small detail: I love that gold "T" piece in the end links.
So, the ones I mentioned are wrong I take it? Any suggestions on end links?
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Old 27 June 2021, 11:25 AM   #55
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So, the ones I mentioned are wrong I take it? Any suggestions on end links?
No, that's not what I meant at all. I just enjoy that little T detail.

I wouldn't know if they're correct or not. End links aren't my strong point...
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Old 27 June 2021, 02:16 PM   #56
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No, that's not what I meant at all. I just enjoy that little T detail.

I wouldn't know if they're correct or not. End links aren't my strong point...
Hahahaha!
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Old 1 January 2022, 01:01 PM   #57
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Update
Got a period correct bezel insert. It is not installed yet as I just laid it on top of the other one to get an idea of the look. I will post another when I do actually install it. Thank you @Springer for helping with the selection! I very much appreciate it!
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Old 1 January 2022, 07:56 PM   #58
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Congrats and well done on all the work done! I would keep the bezel you originally had in the watch. Love the faded tones.
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Old 2 January 2022, 02:07 AM   #59
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Great watch story, thanks for sharing the quest!
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Old 2 January 2022, 02:32 AM   #60
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Congrats and well done on all the work done! I would keep the bezel you originally had in the watch. Love the faded tones.
Yes, I am keeping that one too.
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