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garyk · 8 April 2020, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by narembeen

Hi

I was left my step fathers 5513 rolex. Its in a bad way! I was going to sell it online but I cancelled it as someone said it was worth a lot more than I had initially sold it for so I cancelled the sale.

Now its where it belongs.

The problem is the dial is really bad. The hands are in a bag but the hour hand is damaged.

There are other missing parts like the bracelet and the number ring from around the dial.

Can anyone recomend what I should do?

It’s refreshing to see your working mans hands in the photos. When I got out of school as a kid and started working, the other guys made fun of my super clean hands. They didn’t stay clean for long lol...Good luck to you!

spare · 8 April 2020, 11:17 PM

Hope you get it back into decent shape, as it seems to hold some sentimental value (assumption derived from your posts).
Keep us posted in case you decide to do so. Always great to see these "before" and "after" stories.

Curious to hear how the watch got to this stage of decomposition if you manage to find out btw. That is a beat-up watch alright.

RyanPrasad · 9 April 2020, 12:49 AM

If you're interested, I got my Sub serviced at the official RSC in Sydney last year when I was living there. Nicole who runs the client service is a legend, nicest lady. Feel free to contact them and send some of those pictures over, they might be able to help.
--

Rolex
RSC SYDNEY
Customer Service
ROLEX Australia
Level 39, Tower Building, Australia Square
264 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Tel: +61 2 9251 8988
Direct: +61 2 9251 8988
customerservice@rwaust.com.au

narembeen · 9 April 2020, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by RyanPrasad

If you're interested, I got my Sub serviced at the official RSC in Sydney last year when I was living there. Nicole who runs the client service is a legend, nicest lady. Feel free to contact them and send some of those pictures over, they might be able to help.
--

Rolex
RSC SYDNEY
Customer Service
ROLEX Australia
Level 39, Tower Building, Australia Square
264 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Tel: +61 2 9251 8988
Direct: +61 2 9251 8988
customerservice@rwaust.com.au

Thats fantastic cheers I will send an email

1904 Submariner · 9 April 2020, 09:33 AM

If I were you, I'd get it running again and wear it. That engraved caseback is cool as hell!

GGGMT · 12 April 2020, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanPrasad

If you're interested, I got my Sub serviced at the official RSC in Sydney last year when I was living there. Nicole who runs the client service is a legend, nicest lady. Feel free to contact them and send some of those pictures over, they might be able to help.
--

Rolex
RSC SYDNEY
Customer Service
ROLEX Australia
Level 39, Tower Building, Australia Square
264 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Tel:+61 2 9251 8988
Direct:+61 2 9251 8988
customerservice@rwaust.com.au

Don’t send it to RSC! They’ll steal its soul with stupid replacement parts etc.

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Dan S · 9 April 2020, 11:28 PM

I interpreted the initial comment about the OP's hands as half-joking, half-serious advice about taking good photos for an eBay listing. I don't think the OP took it personally.

CJNJ · 10 April 2020, 02:19 AM

From another new Rolex owner, I'm happy to hear you're keeping it. I have my grandfather's gold Omega given to him by his employees upon retirement, engraved on the case back. It gives me pleasure to wear that and feel connected to that history. Good luck with the restoration and looking forward to photos.

WCHROLX · 10 April 2020, 05:17 AM

I hope you don't get to sell it, try getting it fixed and wear it in good health.

TimelessQuality · 11 April 2020, 11:39 PM

I would love to see this piece cleaned up and worn again.

I couldn't help but notice on the bottom of the guarantee card it says "use box for cigarettes", lol.

narembeen · 12 April 2020, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by TimelessQuality

I would love to see this piece cleaned up and worn again.

I couldn't help but notice on the bottom of the guarantee card it says "use box for cigarettes", lol.

Yeah the good old days right? Luckily my step dad didnt smoke, so I still have the box and papers

SailingLife · 12 April 2020, 06:30 AM

Once you get the case open to know what your working with you can have a shopping list. Just buy one piece at a time like restoring a muscle car. Even if it takes a couple years to assemble everything. Like they say labor of love in the end you’ll have something special

narembeen · 12 April 2020, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by SailingLife

Once you get the case open to know what your working with you can have a shopping list. Just buy one piece at a time like restoring a muscle car. Even if it takes a couple years to assemble everything. Like they say labor of love in the end you’ll have something special

I was actually thinking of doing it that way, but I wasnt sure. I checked ebay completed listings and certain parts go for different prices and there are some bargains. Might be a good way to go about it for sure.

Kingsking · 12 April 2020, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by narembeen

I was actually thinking of doing it that way, but I wasnt sure. I checked ebay completed listings and certain parts go for different prices and there are some bargains. Might be a good way to go about it for sure.

The problem with eBay is that its a mine field for fakes and aftermarket parts, just make sure to do all the research and ask for help here before you buy anything. Like another poster said, take your time and save up and get it done in stages. Even if it takes 2-3 years to put it all togeher it will be worth it in the end.

fmc000 · 12 April 2020, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by narembeen

I was actually thinking of doing it that way, but I wasnt sure. I checked ebay completed listings and certain parts go for different prices and there are some bargains. Might be a good way to go about it for sure.

Forget eBay, Vintage Rolex Market is probably what you're looking for.

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narembeen · 18 April 2020, 12:07 PM

Watch has been sent to my watch maker. He opened the case and said first off its from 1965, not 1966. The caseback said I.65. The bracelet it was on was from 1983, there are also parts for an earlier bracelet. It was serviced twice, in 78 and 86 and never again since. The movement is ok but needs an overhaul. I sent the bezel, bracelet to him also. The dial is ok as I though the plexi was not only dirty it was covered in scratches. My watch maker said he may be able to sand it and use it again but we will see. The dial is being sent to hong kong to have the lume dots repaired. The text is 100% fine so thats good apparently. I told him the dial cannot be wiped otherwise just leave it and he assured me this guy will do the dots and nothing else. So I should have some follow up pics in a few months apparently.

rusty427 · 18 April 2020, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by narembeen

Watch has been sent to my watch maker. He opened the case and said first off its from 1965, not 1966. The caseback said I.65. The bracelet it was on was from 1983, there are also parts for an earlier bracelet. It was serviced twice, in 78 and 86 and never again since. The movement is ok but needs an overhaul. I sent the bezel, bracelet to him also. The dial is ok as I though the plexi was not only dirty it was covered in scratches. My watch maker said he may be able to sand it and use it again but we will see. The dial is being sent to hong kong to have the lume dots repaired. The text is 100% fine so thats good apparently. I told him the dial cannot be wiped otherwise just leave it and he assured me this guy will do the dots and nothing else. So I should have some follow up pics in a few months apparently.

Looking forward to seeing finished result.
I’m glad you found a local watchmaker to assist.

RyanPrasad · 19 April 2020, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by narembeen

Watch has been sent to my watch maker. He opened the case and said first off its from 1965, not 1966. The caseback said I.65. The bracelet it was on was from 1983, there are also parts for an earlier bracelet. It was serviced twice, in 78 and 86 and never again since. The movement is ok but needs an overhaul. I sent the bezel, bracelet to him also. The dial is ok as I though the plexi was not only dirty it was covered in scratches. My watch maker said he may be able to sand it and use it again but we will see. The dial is being sent to hong kong to have the lume dots repaired. The text is 100% fine so thats good apparently. I told him the dial cannot be wiped otherwise just leave it and he assured me this guy will do the dots and nothing else. So I should have some follow up pics in a few months apparently.

Mate this is the kinda stuff we live for on the vintage forum. If possible ask the watchmaker and the HK guy to take pictures along the way to document the process. It's a major overall and it'll be one for the ages. If possible get detailed before and after pics you'll be happy to did and, we'll all be grateful to see the process.

BisonHead · 19 April 2020, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by RyanPrasad

Mate this is the kinda stuff we live for on the vintage forum. If possible ask the watchmaker and the HK guy to take pictures along the way to document the process. It's a major overall and it'll be one for the ages. If possible get detailed before and after pics you'll be happy to did and, we'll all be grateful to see the process.

Yes 100% ask for photos, we would all love to follow the journey of the watches resurrection.

GeoGio Greece · 20 April 2020, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RyanPrasad

Mate this is the kinda stuff we live for on the vintage forum. If possible ask the watchmaker and the HK guy to take pictures along the way to document the process. It's a major overall and it'll be one for the ages. If possible get detailed before and after pics you'll be happy to did and, we'll all be grateful to see the process.

SunTzu · 18 April 2020, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by narembeen

These watches belong to people who worked for a living with their hands so its pretty funny now the second generation owners are complaining about my hands. It says a lot dont you guys think?

Amen brother. You should see the threads here about man purses, grooming tools, skinny jeans, how to use the On Star button to change your tire, and whether it's safe to wear your Rolex on a trip to the Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Anguilla

The feminization of man unfolds here right before your eyes.

Keep us posted on how you're coming along with the watch. It'll be cool to follow. You should hit up some of the Rolex experts in the States like Phillip Ridley. Great resources. Sounds like you have a good plan with your guy especially with the dial. If it's going to Hong Kong, it might be Michael Young and he does real nice dial work.

BisonHead · 18 April 2020, 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SunTzu

Amen brother. You should see the threads here about man purses, grooming tools, skinny jeans, how to use the On Star button to change your tire, and whether it's safe to wear your Rolex on a trip to the Four Seasons Resort and Residences in Anguilla

The feminization of man unfolds here right before your eyes.

110% Agree.

Great watch and story OP. Keep us updated.

narembeen · 18 April 2020, 03:07 PM

Cheers guys, yeah you guys who just posted are the kind of dudes I want to hear from. These crying ladyboys I had to hear from when I first posted, oh my god.

yeah I think Michael young is the guy who is going to sort out the dial. Wont cost much either, my watch maker is charging me what he is paying, great guy recomended by someone via a pm here.

In-Cog-Neeto · 18 April 2020, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by narembeen

Cheers guys, yeah you guys who just posted are the kind of dudes I want to hear from. These crying ladyboys I had to hear from when I first posted, oh my god.

yeah I think Michael young is the guy who is going to sort out the dial. Wont cost much either, my watch maker is charging me what he is paying, great guy recomended by someone via a pm here.

Crying ladyboys - too funny

Good luck with it. Be very special once done.

Wahlberg · 19 April 2020, 05:16 AM

Really looking forward to the results!!!! What do you think, 1-2 months max or ?

Nickn · 19 April 2020, 05:24 AM

Pleased you found the bezel
Did you take a photo before you sent it off?

emersm · 19 April 2020, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by narembeen

These crying ladyboys I had to hear from when I first posted, oh my god.

Looking forward to seeing it all put back together.

narembeen · 19 April 2020, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by emersm

Looking forward to seeing it all put back together.

Hey I read your thread regarding your watch. Its interesting you initially went through the same crap and negativity here and in the end you have a cracker of a watch. Very inspiring matey

STEELINOX · 19 April 2020, 10:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by narembeen

Cheers guys, yeah you guys who just posted are the kind of dudes I want to hear from. These crying ladyboys I had to hear from when I first posted, oh my god.

yeah I think Michael young is the guy who is going to sort out the dial. Wont cost much either, my watch maker is charging me what he is paying, great guy recomended by someone via a pm here.

Happy journey to a wonderful collectable; subscribberated.

alwayshere · 19 April 2020, 08:02 AM

I find it a little ironic that some of you guys gave the first reply so much grief. His comment about the hands was clearly said with tongue in cheek and his recommendation to take clearer, better pictures was appropriate.

The fact that some of you guys are getting torn up about it suggests you aren’t that ‘man’ after all. Thought you’ll have thicker skin.

9 April 2020, 12:49 AM	#3
RyanPrasad "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Real Name: NotRyan? Location: Chicago Watch: Daytona 16520 Posts: 114	If you're interested, I got my Sub serviced at the official RSC in Sydney last year when I was living there. Nicole who runs the client service is a legend, nicest lady. Feel free to contact them and send some of those pictures over, they might be able to help. -- Rolex RSC SYDNEY Customer Service ROLEX Australia Level 39, Tower Building, Australia Square 264 George Street Sydney NSW 2000 Tel: +61 2 9251 8988 Direct: +61 2 9251 8988 customerservice@rwaust.com.au __________________ 16800 Matte \| 16750 No-Date \| 16550 Polar \| 16520 White Inverted 6 \| 1601 Linen Sigma

9 April 2020, 11:28 PM	#7
Dan S 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Colorado, USA Posts: 5,971	I interpreted the initial comment about the OP's hands as half-joking, half-serious advice about taking good photos for an eBay listing. I don't think the OP took it personally. __________________ @oldwatchdan on IG

8 April 2020, 11:17 PM	#2
spare "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Europe Watch: 5513 Posts: 167	Hope you get it back into decent shape, as it seems to hold some sentimental value (assumption derived from your posts). Keep us posted in case you decide to do so. Always great to see these "before" and "after" stories. Curious to hear how the watch got to this stage of decomposition if you manage to find out btw. That is a beat-up watch alright.

9 April 2020, 09:33 AM	#5
1904 Submariner "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: USA Watch: MF 5513 Posts: 71	If I were you, I'd get it running again and wear it. That engraved caseback is cool as hell!

10 April 2020, 02:19 AM	#8
CJNJ "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: NJ Watch: Oysterdate Posts: 24	From another new Rolex owner, I'm happy to hear you're keeping it. I have my grandfather's gold Omega given to him by his employees upon retirement, engraved on the case back. It gives me pleasure to wear that and feel connected to that history. Good luck with the restoration and looking forward to photos.

10 April 2020, 05:17 AM	#9
WCHROLX Banned Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: usa Posts: 105	I hope you don't get to sell it, try getting it fixed and wear it in good health.

11 April 2020, 11:39 PM	#10
TimelessQuality "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Toronto Posts: 161	I would love to see this piece cleaned up and worn again. I couldn't help but notice on the bottom of the guarantee card it says "use box for cigarettes", lol.

12 April 2020, 06:30 AM	#12
SailingLife "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Houston Posts: 59	Once you get the case open to know what your working with you can have a shopping list. Just buy one piece at a time like restoring a muscle car. Even if it takes a couple years to assemble everything. Like they say labor of love in the end you’ll have something special

18 April 2020, 12:07 PM	#16
narembeen Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Western Australia Posts: 386	Watch has been sent to my watch maker. He opened the case and said first off its from 1965, not 1966. The caseback said I.65. The bracelet it was on was from 1983, there are also parts for an earlier bracelet. It was serviced twice, in 78 and 86 and never again since. The movement is ok but needs an overhaul. I sent the bezel, bracelet to him also. The dial is ok as I though the plexi was not only dirty it was covered in scratches. My watch maker said he may be able to sand it and use it again but we will see. The dial is being sent to hong kong to have the lume dots repaired. The text is 100% fine so thats good apparently. I told him the dial cannot be wiped otherwise just leave it and he assured me this guy will do the dots and nothing else. So I should have some follow up pics in a few months apparently.

18 April 2020, 03:07 PM	#23
narembeen Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: Western Australia Posts: 386	Cheers guys, yeah you guys who just posted are the kind of dudes I want to hear from. These crying ladyboys I had to hear from when I first posted, oh my god. yeah I think Michael young is the guy who is going to sort out the dial. Wont cost much either, my watch maker is charging me what he is paying, great guy recomended by someone via a pm here.

19 April 2020, 05:16 AM	#25
Wahlberg "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Paris Posts: 3,543	Really looking forward to the results!!!! What do you think, 1-2 months max or ?

19 April 2020, 05:24 AM	#26
Nickn "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: London Posts: 504	Pleased you found the bezel Did you take a photo before you sent it off?

19 April 2020, 08:02 AM	#30
alwayshere "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Australia Posts: 1,517	I find it a little ironic that some of you guys gave the first reply so much grief. His comment about the hands was clearly said with tongue in cheek and his recommendation to take clearer, better pictures was appropriate. The fact that some of you guys are getting torn up about it suggests you aren’t that ‘man’ after all. Thought you’ll have thicker skin.

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