Need some help - Rolex 1603/0 black face - refurb question

[perfectblue10]

Hello all,

My grandfather left me his Rolex 1603/0 Oyster Datejust (1967) with steel wristband and black face. It's been in a box for the last 20 years and recently I had it serviced by Rolex. They replaced the bracelet, case back, oscillating weight and serviced it. All together is cost £1,654 GBP.

I didn't know they'd do this but they kept the old bracelet, etc! I asked the shop for the old parts back but they said Rolex keep them. I'm a bit concerned about this. Should I contact Rolex to ask for them back? Is this normal practice for Rolex to keep old parts?

Also I had it serviced to sell it but I've no idea how much it's worth. Any ideas? I don't have the original box but do have the service receipt, a Rolex poach, and the plastic stickers Rolex put to protect the strap and sides are still on the watch. See attached pictures. And any recommendations for UK based places I could contact to sell it?

Any advice would be welcomed.

Thanks,

Sam

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