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roadcarver · 29 August 2006, 06:32 AM

Well, as you all know I got a previously enjoyed 14060 and its fifteen years old.

So I finally got it and decided to check for authenticity, and it is indeed a genuine rolex

So now I got the estimate from Rolex Canada. It blew me away to be honest since I didn't think it would cost this much... but hey life happens.

The seals are no longer effective hence there was water damage to the watch so the dial itself has some evidence of water damage and so does the hands. I personally couldn't tell about the dial, but the hands, the second hand did seem a bit weird.

It will require new crown tube and crown as its already worn out due to normaly wear.

The clasp hinge is also ready to go so they cannot guarantee it. The movement needs servicing since the oil and lubricants have dried up! I can't believe it is still running... and without telling RSC about how it was running, they did say that it was running fast, which I agree on.

since I'm getting a new dial and hands (trade in), might as well get a new bezel insert!

It will cost me $1334.94 after all is said and done.

Well for sure I'll be taking care of this after I receive it...

I have to say one thing though, the movement is bullet proof! Anyway I authorized the service.

Pete · 29 August 2006, 08:33 AM

ya when u told me on msn i almost spit up my coke...but think about it...after all is done you will have a pretty much brand new watch!!! it'll look brand spankin new!!

Pete

mike · 29 August 2006, 08:40 AM

I agree with Pete, that's a chunk of change, but your watch will like new.

Val · 29 August 2006, 11:15 AM

OverHaul - $405 & up

Crown and Tube - $135

Dial exchange - $300

give or take...

Pete · 29 August 2006, 12:35 PM

oh btw vernon...u batter have some damn before and after shots for us to drool over!

Pete

JJ Irani · 29 August 2006, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Pete

oh btw vernon...u batter have some damn before and after shots for us to drool over!

Pete

Good point!!

roadcarver · 1 September 2006, 03:18 AM

I called RSC in Toronto and my watch is currently being polished. I thought the polishing are done by one person, but apparently, there is a department in RSC for polishing!

Cool, watchmaker specializes on the movement while the craftsman does the elbow grease work on the case and bracelet.

Pete · 1 September 2006, 12:57 PM

so its almost done?!

hehe cant wait to see it...i wanna be there when u pick it up lol

Pete

roadcarver · 16 September 2006, 01:26 PM

Called RSC Toronto today and the 14060 is in the final stages of QC!!! This week I should have it!

amanda · 16 September 2006, 01:36 PM

Is it just me or is there something more exotic about a vintage rolex that goes off to the spa and comes back as new vs buying a brand new one?

I just feel more envious seeing pics and hearing stories of vintage watches that are like new vs a brand new pic of a brand new watch

C.J. · 16 September 2006, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by amanda

Is it just me or is there something more exotic about a vintage rolex that goes off to the spa and comes back as new vs buying a brand new one?

I just feel more envious seeing pics and hearing stories of vintage watches that are like new vs a brand new pic of a brand new watch

I like that too

Your watch getting all cleaned up and sent back ready to go again. It just seems like it would mean alot more to you rather than a new watch with no sentiments attached

ROLEX4EvEr · 16 September 2006, 02:38 PM

all together how much you spent? (price of the watch )

mike · 16 September 2006, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roadcarver

Called RSC Toronto today and the 14060 is in the final stages of QC!!! This week I should have it!

Great news!!

Can't wait to see it!!

29 August 2006, 06:32 AM	#1
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Service estimate Well, as you all know I got a previously enjoyed 14060 and its fifteen years old. So I finally got it and decided to check for authenticity, and it is indeed a genuine rolex So now I got the estimate from Rolex Canada. It blew me away to be honest since I didn't think it would cost this much... but hey life happens. The seals are no longer effective hence there was water damage to the watch so the dial itself has some evidence of water damage and so does the hands. I personally couldn't tell about the dial, but the hands, the second hand did seem a bit weird. It will require new crown tube and crown as its already worn out due to normaly wear. The clasp hinge is also ready to go so they cannot guarantee it. The movement needs servicing since the oil and lubricants have dried up! I can't believe it is still running... and without telling RSC about how it was running, they did say that it was running fast, which I agree on. since I'm getting a new dial and hands (trade in), might as well get a new bezel insert! It will cost me $1334.94 after all is said and done. Well for sure I'll be taking care of this after I receive it... I have to say one thing though, the movement is bullet proof! Anyway I authorized the service.

29 August 2006, 08:33 AM	#2
Pete "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: Guelph Watch: 16610/216570 Posts: 678	ya when u told me on msn i almost spit up my coke...but think about it...after all is done you will have a pretty much brand new watch!!! it'll look brand spankin new!! Pete __________________ Pete - Guelph ON - 16610 D / 216570 Member #745 RIP JJ "Always in our hearts, and on our wrists" "I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul"

29 August 2006, 12:35 PM	#5
Pete "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: Guelph Watch: 16610/216570 Posts: 678	oh btw vernon...u batter have some damn before and after shots for us to drool over! Pete __________________ Pete - Guelph ON - 16610 D / 216570 Member #745 RIP JJ "Always in our hearts, and on our wrists" "I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul"

1 September 2006, 03:18 AM	#7
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Update... I called RSC in Toronto and my watch is currently being polished. I thought the polishing are done by one person, but apparently, there is a department in RSC for polishing! Cool, watchmaker specializes on the movement while the craftsman does the elbow grease work on the case and bracelet.

1 September 2006, 12:57 PM	#8
Pete "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Real Name: Pete Location: Guelph Watch: 16610/216570 Posts: 678	so its almost done?! hehe cant wait to see it...i wanna be there when u pick it up lol Pete __________________ Pete - Guelph ON - 16610 D / 216570 Member #745 RIP JJ "Always in our hearts, and on our wrists" "I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul"

29 August 2006, 08:40 AM	#3
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	I agree with Pete, that's a chunk of change, but your watch will like new.

29 August 2006, 11:15 AM	#4
Val Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 134	OverHaul - $405 & up Crown and Tube - $135 Dial exchange - $300 give or take...

16 September 2006, 01:26 PM	#9
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	Called RSC Toronto today and the 14060 is in the final stages of QC!!! This week I should have it!

16 September 2006, 01:36 PM	#10
amanda Banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 1,380	Is it just me or is there something more exotic about a vintage rolex that goes off to the spa and comes back as new vs buying a brand new one? I just feel more envious seeing pics and hearing stories of vintage watches that are like new vs a brand new pic of a brand new watch

16 September 2006, 02:38 PM	#12
ROLEX4EvEr "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Real Name: Freddy Location: NYC Watch: My Back Posts: 819	all together how much you spent? (price of the watch )

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