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Old 12 June 2014, 11:08 AM   #1
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Rebooted the Red
Although the faded Pepsi insert looked pretty good, I decided that on a watch that's only about 14 years old, it also looked a bit tired. So, I was at Michael Young's place yesterday, dropping off a watch for repair, and asked if he had any in stock. He did, the price was fair, and he even installed it right there. And of course, I kept the original.

It's the same serif font as the old one, and to me the watch now looks much better.

Here's the before and after shots....


*Michael also tuned up/tightened the clasp on this watch and the Sub 5513 I had with me for no charge.
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:16 AM   #2
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I did exactly the same thing...not with my GMT only, with my blue Tudor Snowflake as well...
just keep your original inserts if you ever want to sell...
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:18 AM   #3
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That looks great!
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:18 AM   #4
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Wow! Looks gorgeous! Well done
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:21 AM   #5
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It looks nice, I like the change or reboot.
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:22 AM   #6
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:23 AM   #7
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:26 AM   #8
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Looks great Adam, must be nice to have MY right in your back yard!
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:26 AM   #9
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:27 AM   #10
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I had a new root beer insert added to replace my faded one on the 16753 and kept the original for posterity and if I ever flip it.
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:46 AM   #11
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:52 AM   #12
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Nice! I like it.
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Old 12 June 2014, 11:56 AM   #13
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Nice move, Adam. In my eyes, it gained presence.

Looking forward to seeing your next wristshot.
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:17 PM   #14
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Wow...looks great. Awesome!
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:27 PM   #15
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:32 PM   #16
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Love the pepsi bezel, looks great!
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:34 PM   #17
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Although the faded Pepsi insert looked pretty good, I decided that on a watch that's only about 14 years old, it also looked a bit tired. So, I was at Michael Young's place yesterday, dropping off a watch for repair, and asked if he had any in stock. He did, the price was fair, and he even installed it right there. And of course, I kept the original.

It's the same serif font as the old one, and to me the watch now looks much better.

Here's the before and after shots....


*Michael also tuned up/tightened the clasp on this watch and the Sub 5513 I had with me for no charge.


Looks great my friend.. what a looker!
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:36 PM   #18
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Much more pleasing to the eye; good move.
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:54 PM   #19
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Looks amazing. Love a fresh insert.
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Old 12 June 2014, 12:54 PM   #20
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Thanks everyone...glad its a popular choice.

Tim - yes it's great having MY close by, he's good for a lot more than just bracelet refurbs, and a very nice guy and big Rolex aficionado, too
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Old 12 June 2014, 01:11 PM   #21
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Old 12 June 2014, 01:12 PM   #22
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I prefer the old one. goes well with the account of a tropical journey. but if you're happy that's what matters. cheers.
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Old 12 June 2014, 02:09 PM   #23
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Old 12 June 2014, 03:28 PM   #24
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Old 12 June 2014, 03:31 PM   #25
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Old 12 June 2014, 03:33 PM   #26
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Looks sharp, Adam! I would have done the same thing.
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Old 12 June 2014, 07:00 PM   #27
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both look good. great watch.
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Old 12 June 2014, 07:28 PM   #28
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Old 12 June 2014, 07:48 PM   #29
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Nice and fresh. Looks great!
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Old 12 June 2014, 08:22 PM   #30
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Very nice, looks like the red is more improved than the blue. We all can use a bit of an enhancement now and then. Enjoy it.
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