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red wrx · 27 July 2006, 11:24 AM

I'm curious about a Rolex service, I would like to see the difference in before and after the service.
Thanks guys!

C.J. · 27 July 2006, 12:26 PM

Before

After

I'm sorry, just kidding

I've never sent one out for service, myself

Rockrolex · 27 July 2006, 12:36 PM

That's what's going to happen to yours when they get a hold of that fake you're wearing, Craig.

C.J. · 27 July 2006, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

That's what's going to happen to yours when they get a hold of that fake you're wearing, Craig.

FAKE? I bought it from JJ and he assured me it was as real as any of his

mike · 27 July 2006, 12:40 PM

Well I'll try. Please understand what takes place "under the hood" is never seen.

This is my Red Sub before service. I ,of course requested the hands and dial remain. I sent the watch head only as I wanted to keep the orginal bracelet and end links to have them rehabed.
Notice the dings on the lug and the scratch on the crystal at 4 o'clock.

After a visit to RSC Dallas--new crystal,crown&tube,polish and bracelet

I would also add the watch runs -1 sec after service.

Mrdi · 27 July 2006, 12:41 PM

zwow
I was gonna buy one from JJ
You saved me a big repair bill

Rockrolex · 27 July 2006, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

FAKE? I bought it from JJ and he assured me it was as real as any of his

I rest my case.

Rockrolex · 27 July 2006, 12:47 PM

Looks brand spanking new, Mike. They did a great job.

C.J. · 27 July 2006, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockrolex

I rest my case.

JJ Irani · 27 July 2006, 01:11 PM

Great post, Mike....ever the gentleman!!

The rest of these guys are tossers anyway!!

colemanitis · 27 July 2006, 02:08 PM

I wish I had pics of mine before the service. It was serviced just before I bought it. I have the receipt/warranty ticket for almost $1400. It didn't just receive a facelift, it had a face transplant

.

JJ Irani · 27 July 2006, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

I wish I had pics of mine before the service. It was serviced just before I bought it. I have the receipt/warranty ticket for almost $1400. It didn't just receive a facelift, it had a face transplant

.

Boobs too?

mailman · 27 July 2006, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Boobs too?

You fool. There's no such thing as t!ts on a watch. Just on a bull, and they're useless at that.

colemanitis · 27 July 2006, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Boobs too?

No, but that would be nice! That would certainly make my watch the ultimate Rolex!

Hobbes · 28 July 2006, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by red wrx

I'm curious about a Rolex service, I would like to see the difference in before and after the service.
Thanks guys!

Brought my 16613 for servicing two weeks ago. I had the watch 'overhauled', changed the acrylic crystal to sapphire, replaced the: black bezel insert; dial; 'hour, minute and seconds' hands; crown and stem. Also had the watch buffed.

BEFORE:

AFTER:

BEFORE: "SWISS-T<25" DIAL (note the chips on acrylic crystal and the scratches on the black bezel insert)

AFTER: "SWISS" DIAL

The changes might be subtle or even unnoticeable to others, but if its' your Rolex... believe me, you'll know and appreciate the improvements.

dman · 28 July 2006, 01:24 PM

Great comparison shots there!

writer · 28 July 2006, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by red wrx

I'm curious about a Rolex service, I would like to see the difference in before and after the service.
Thanks guys!

Here is a link that shows a Rolex service:

http://www.watchgeek.com/rolexservice.htm

JJ Irani · 28 July 2006, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by writer

Here is a link that shows a Rolex service:

http://www.watchgeek.com/rolexservice.htm

Excellent! Very interesting. Thanks!!

C.J. · 28 July 2006, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by writer

Here is a link that shows a Rolex service:

http://www.watchgeek.com/rolexservice.htm

Awesome link, Writer

Thanks for sharing it

writer · 28 July 2006, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by C.J.

Awesome link, Writer

Thanks for sharing it

No problem

writer · 28 July 2006, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Excellent! Very interesting. Thanks!!

Enjoy JJ

JJ Irani · 28 July 2006, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by writer

Enjoy JJ

Thanks. In fact, I've added it to my "Favourites" !! Good stuff!!

RogerF · 28 July 2006, 02:51 PM

Plain and simple, after service you get a watch that is at least 90% new (depends on age of course) if you dont have any major dents or anything like that it will be as good as new.

morgman · 29 July 2006, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Hobbes

Brought my 16613 for servicing two weeks ago. I had the watch 'overhauled', changed the acrylic crystal to sapphire, replaced the: black bezel insert; dial; 'hour, minute and seconds' hands; crown and stem. Also had the watch buffed.
....

Hi Hobbes,
why did you replace the dial & hands?

Hobbes · 31 July 2006, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by morgman

Hi Hobbes,
why did you replace the dial & hands?

Actually, I did have second thoughts about replacing the dial and hands.

But, since I needed the lume, I decided to have the dial and hands replaced.

The old dial and hands used tritium for night time illumination. I think tritium's 'glow-in-dark' feature wears off after a few years. Well, at least mine did.

No, I don't do much night diving or any diving for that matter. More like night driving.

Earl · 31 July 2006, 11:30 PM

I'm sorry but, I didn't think an acrylic crystal could or can be replaced with a sapphire as they just don't fit? anyone???

mike · 31 July 2006, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Earl

I'm sorry but, I didn't think an acrylic crystal could or can be replaced with a sapphire as they just don't fit? anyone???

Yeah,...That's my understanding. Circa 1991 would be sapphire as it left the factory.

Hobbes · 1 August 2006, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by mike

... Circa 1991 would be sapphire as it left the factory.

Really?

Then I stand corrected:

I replaced the old chipped sapphire with a new sapphire.

Sorry, not too familiar with the specs.

Thanks for the info, though.

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16613 serial no: X76***9

27 July 2006, 11:24 AM	#1
red wrx "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: los angeles Posts: 145	Anyone with pictures from before and after a Rolex service? I'm curious about a Rolex service, I would like to see the difference in before and after the service. Thanks guys!

27 July 2006, 12:26 PM	#2
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	Before After I'm sorry, just kidding I've never sent one out for service, myself __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

27 July 2006, 12:36 PM	#3
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,526	That's what's going to happen to yours when they get a hold of that fake you're wearing, Craig. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

27 July 2006, 12:47 PM	#8
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 DATE-JUST41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,526	Looks brand spanking new, Mike. They did a great job. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

27 July 2006, 01:11 PM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,320	Great post, Mike....ever the gentleman!! The rest of these guys are tossers anyway!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

27 July 2006, 12:40 PM	#5
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	Well I'll try. Please understand what takes place "under the hood" is never seen. This is my Red Sub before service. I ,of course requested the hands and dial remain. I sent the watch head only as I wanted to keep the orginal bracelet and end links to have them rehabed. Notice the dings on the lug and the scratch on the crystal at 4 o'clock. After a visit to RSC Dallas--new crystal,crown&tube,polish and bracelet I would also add the watch runs -1 sec after service.

27 July 2006, 12:41 PM	#6
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	zwow I was gonna buy one from JJ You saved me a big repair bill

27 July 2006, 02:08 PM	#11
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	I wish I had pics of mine before the service. It was serviced just before I bought it. I have the receipt/warranty ticket for almost $1400. It didn't just receive a facelift, it had a face transplant . __________________ Member #471

28 July 2006, 01:24 PM	#16
dman Lifetime TRF Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Daren Location: Austin Watch: the road Posts: 13,583	Great comparison shots there! __________________ You either get it or you don't, if you have to ask, YOU DON'T!! I really hope that midget cop doesn't find me in Kokomo.

28 July 2006, 02:51 PM	#23
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	Plain and simple, after service you get a watch that is at least 90% new (depends on age of course) if you dont have any major dents or anything like that it will be as good as new.

31 July 2006, 11:30 PM	#26
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	I'm sorry but, I didn't think an acrylic crystal could or can be replaced with a sapphire as they just don't fit? anyone???

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