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Engraving cashback?
Engrave CASE BACK DOH, autocorrect!
I have just bought an unworn Starbucks Sub (grey market) and am seriously considering getting the case back engraved with my family name. My reasons are to personalise the watch, make it more of a family heirloom and should the watch be stolen there's more of a chance of getting it back. The only downside I can foresee is a loss of value, more so for my son should he need the money at some stage. Can anybody give me advice on how much of a value drop there would be, if replacement backs are available and if you have engraved your watch, have you since regreted it? Sent from my SM-X200 using Tapatalk |
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Case backs are not expensive so quite easy to replace but you are not buying a cup of coffee you have bought a Rolex 126610LV.
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No impact on theft / getting it back.
If concerned about value, have original removed, buy replacement for engraving and then you can have it back to 100% original if desired. |
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Which CC offers cashback for engravings? Sign me up!
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2. There is no "value-drop" for engraved watches. Anybody concerned can either remove it if it is shallow, or replace the back - they are generic now days. 3, Rolex engraved backs is a time-honored trait to mark many occasions.
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I think it’s a great idea.
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Well is not Starbucks a coffee selling franchise that sells coffee in cups or now in plastic cup things.
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Congratulations on the watch Pete.
I like the idea of engraving and have often thought about doing it ![]() |
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The idea of engraving the case back is great and thoughtful. Congratulations.
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My AD promised me a Daytona in the next couple of months. My plan is to get it engraved on new a caseback they will order when it arrives. He Said 200-300 usd for one. Will give to my 8 year Old son when the time comes.
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When my daughter graduates college, I will be buying her an engraved OP or DJ. I won't even think twice about "downsides". The engraving will only serve to reenforce how proud I am of her, especially when the time comes that I can't tell her myself.
Just a surname seems a little generic to me, but do what brings contentment. |
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Funny how nick names for watches makes some folks pissy
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Engrave it if you want to. It will absolutely add value for your family to the watch. From a financial standpoint, like others said, it is easy and not very expensive to replace. Do it, if it makes you happy.
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Engraving a watch is a very special and personal. It is done with no regard to value. If you are worried about a value loss from engraving, it is best not to do it.
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Case backs are one of the cheapest and most disposable part of the watch. Do it.
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It's a great idea. I purchased a watch for my wife and had it engraved. It made a very special present even more special.
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My daughter was a beautiful spirit. Her friends said no one was as caring, or loved like she did. They said everyone should "Love Like Aly". I was wearing my SD43 on 1/31/2023 and set the bezel to 12:35 as the doctor comforted us. Engraving a case back is a personal decision. I'm sharing mine as it was the right thing for me to do.
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I would not do that.
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Thank you for sharing your story and I am sorry about the loss of your daughter. Keep her close, keep the love close.
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The OP my daughter will eventually get has been engraved with a saying meaningful to both of us. Do what your heart desires OP!
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Thanks for all your comments, I'll check the caseback availability in the UK and get it done. Cheers
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Who cares and just Go for it. You’re already committed. I had my wife’s hand engraved and it looks great. She loves it. Case backs are relatively cheap compared to the watch itself.
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I engraved the cashback on my Sub. I wish I had done this for other watches, as it is a very nice touch and reminds me of event the watch was purchased to represent.
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If it's meaningful to you, do it. My first expensive watch was a gift from my father. He engraved the back with my name. It's a Rolex GMT II and about 25 years old now. I don't wear that watch all that much anymore, but it's seen heavy use and wear and tear through the years. I have watches in my collection that are easily 40-50x of that watch in value. However, if I could only save one watch from a fire, the engraved Rolex would be the one I save.
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