Laser welding/refinishing on Sub crown guards

[fsprow]

Not a fan of laser welding. As I’ve noted previously, most examples show differences in the base metal transition to the filler. And rarely do the areas filled look totally correct to my eye. The RSC work is really good however.

Personally, I’d rather just live with dings and bangs and if the damage is severe, to replace the case or bracelet as indicated.

[Dendi]

Originally Posted by 77T

Have you've taken this up with Mike?
Or dealt with another at the shop?


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Yes I have. We emailed back and forth a few times. He seemed to think the work was fine. I don't agree, hence why I asked the forum here about an honest opinion of the work. He did mention more work can be done, but it would be a big job(about 3 hours) with additional fees. Or the other option was to rebuild the crown guards to the way they were for free. So basically making the watch look the way it was when I sent it to him, minus the money that I spent. Seems absurd to me.

[77T]

A phone call may be a good idea.

I can't believe he saw this unevenness and thought it was OK.


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[Dendi]

Originally Posted by 77T

A phone call may be a good idea.

I can't believe he saw this unevenness and thought it was OK.


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The side by side pics were sent by Mike to me to try and convince me that the work is solid and the guards are not ground down. I saw it differently.

[77T]

Thanks for sharing that follow-up.


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[928ktgold]

I had an issue with same place. Was expecting laser welding and only got polished. It looked of but not what I expecting for the price. It left a sour taste in my mouth and I ended up getting rid of that Daytona

[Daveh777]

Surely all key crown guard dimensions can be accurately measured with vernier calipers?

That’s what I be insisting on for any return to stock state.

[Rebel]

Originally Posted by Tools

Looks more like they have been ground off.

If you are happy, that's what counts. I would be perfectly happy with the charm of the original crown guard shape.

This.

[Sublovin]

Sorry to say, should have left it original

[Dendi]

Originally Posted by Sublovin

Sorry to say, should have left it original

Hindsight is 20/20
I thought the work would of improved the case, but obviously it didn't.

[Sublovin]

Originally Posted by Dendi

Hindsight is 20/20
I thought the work would of improved the case, but obviously it didn't.

I hear ya. It’s unfortunate. Get your money back