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dkjawj · 18 October 2023, 03:29 AM

Hello all

I need to get my 1974 6263 serviced as it’s beginning to lose power reserve more quickly than it used too after being manually wound. I’m considering 3 options and would appreciate any feedback / commentary.

Important to note the watch is 100% original to its 1974 release spec with zero replacement or service parts and of course I wish to keep it that way. So original pushers/bezel/crystal etc

Only other requirement is ideally a UK based company.

So in terms of service :

1.Rolex authorised dealer and if so who ?

2. Independent service company like Russell Tallerman ?

3. Rolex Atelier. I previously owned another 6263 which I acquired that had been restored by Atelier (prior to my ownership) and I really appreciated the service restoration documentation (and wooden box) from Rolex it came with. I imagine very expensive but does anyone know how expensive ?

Any thoughts on the relative merits of option 1,2 or 3 ?

Many thanks

D

TuRo · 18 October 2023, 03:39 AM

I use Steve Hale Restoration Services (SHWR) for all my 707/727 requirements - Rolex send (sub contact) a lot of their ones to him too.

Forget 1 my opinion, you'll get a demoralising laundry list of recommended/needed stuff and they'll likely farm it out anyway !

dkjawj · 18 October 2023, 03:58 AM

Appreciate the recommendation… will take a look at them for sure.

D

andrewjb88 · 19 October 2023, 12:15 AM

I have used Watchguy.co.uk in the past, great service and you get lots of pictures of the watch in pieces.

He will tell you exactly what it "needs".

T*M*M · 16 April 2024, 02:34 AM

I paid 12k chf for a 6239 restoration from the Atelier

Mark020 · 16 April 2024, 04:27 AM

Curious to see what they did…

scooba · 16 April 2024, 05:53 AM

Steve Hale

swaini3 · 16 April 2024, 10:12 AM

A friend of mine uses William Rice for his vintage watches and has been very happy.

996marty · 16 April 2024, 03:56 PM

As mentioned by Turo Steven Hale is your man to see he comes highly recommended

Swearengen · 16 April 2024, 09:18 PM

I've had several vintage pieces serviced by William Rice. Being a smaller outfit you get to speak to the person actually doing the work, so less chance of confusion. He does great work. Steven Hale has an excellent reputation, but I've not yet used his services.

18 October 2023, 03:29 AM	#1
dkjawj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Darren Jaffrey Location: London Posts: 39	Rolex 6263 Service Recommendations in the UK Hello all I need to get my 1974 6263 serviced as it’s beginning to lose power reserve more quickly than it used too after being manually wound. I’m considering 3 options and would appreciate any feedback / commentary. Important to note the watch is 100% original to its 1974 release spec with zero replacement or service parts and of course I wish to keep it that way. So original pushers/bezel/crystal etc Only other requirement is ideally a UK based company. So in terms of service : 1.Rolex authorised dealer and if so who ? 2. Independent service company like Russell Tallerman ? 3. Rolex Atelier. I previously owned another 6263 which I acquired that had been restored by Atelier (prior to my ownership) and I really appreciated the service restoration documentation (and wooden box) from Rolex it came with. I imagine very expensive but does anyone know how expensive ? Any thoughts on the relative merits of option 1,2 or 3 ? Many thanks D

18 October 2023, 03:39 AM	#2
TuRo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Real Name: Paul Location: Cantabrigia - G.B Watch: ing the detectives Posts: 2,773	I use Steve Hale Restoration Services (SHWR) for all my 707/727 requirements - Rolex send (sub contact) a lot of their ones to him too. Forget 1 my opinion, you'll get a demoralising laundry list of recommended/needed stuff and they'll likely farm it out anyway ! __________________ As silent as car lights that move across this room As cold as our bodies silhouetted by the moon I would lie awake and wonder, Is it just me or this the way love is supposed to be? THE THE - Kingdom of Rain.

19 October 2023, 12:15 AM	#4
andrewjb88 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: United Kingdom Watch: 16302 Rolex OP Posts: 766	I have used Watchguy.co.uk in the past, great service and you get lots of pictures of the watch in pieces. He will tell you exactly what it "needs". __________________ Rolex Datejust 16203 Omega Seamaster Professional 300m Tudor BB GMT Luch one hand

16 April 2024, 09:18 PM	#10
Swearengen "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gabriel Location: London, UK Posts: 1,858	I've had several vintage pieces serviced by William Rice. Being a smaller outfit you get to speak to the person actually doing the work, so less chance of confusion. He does great work. Steven Hale has an excellent reputation, but I've not yet used his services. __________________ 1680 1675 16800 16570 16710 17000 16613 17013 Gone but not forgotten 16610LV 1016 16234

18 October 2023, 03:58 AM	#3
dkjawj "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Real Name: Darren Jaffrey Location: London Posts: 39	Appreciate the recommendation… will take a look at them for sure. D

16 April 2024, 02:34 AM	#5
TMM "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 24	I paid 12k chf for a 6239 restoration from the Atelier

16 April 2024, 04:27 AM	#6
Mark020 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 2,130	Curious to see what they did…

16 April 2024, 05:53 AM	#7
scooba 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Europe Watch: Anything Posts: 2,575	Steve Hale

16 April 2024, 10:12 AM	#8
swaini3 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2016 Real Name: Mo Location: Dubai Watch: 1675 GMT, DRSD Posts: 1,454	A friend of mine uses William Rice for his vintage watches and has been very happy.

16 April 2024, 03:56 PM	#9
996marty "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Uk Watch: RolexGMT/Tudor7928 Posts: 4,056	As mentioned by Turo Steven Hale is your man to see he comes highly recommended

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