Is this place over charging me for a repair?

[fatboy1]

Hey guys,

My girlfriend left the crown loose and got some water in her women’s datejust.
This local watch store with a good reputation is quoting me $950 for a service including a main spring and reversing wheel.

Her crystal has light scratches on it. A new crystal is $130.

Do these numbers seem fair? Just want to make sure I’m not over paying.

Otherwise, is there someone in NY you guys can recommend?

[Tools]

Leaving the crown loose will not let water into the watch if the seals are sound.

If this did happen, then it is likely that the watch has gone far longer without a proper service than it should have.

Mainspring should be part of the service, but a reverser wheel would not be. The price is at the high end, but not unheard of.

If you are in NY, why not use the Rolex Service Center. Likely a similar price but parts are included - except the crystal.

[Pepperjack]

AD / RSC full service would be $800. A crystal would be $135. If the crown is replaced, it would be $48 / $120 depending on if it's steel or gold.

[fatboy1]

So glad I checked in with you guys. I’ll take it to my local RSC. Thanks boys.

[Rolex1982]

Originally Posted by Tools

Leaving the crown loose will not let water into the watch if the seals are sound.

Doesn’t this only apply to the triplocks or also on the twinlocks?

Edit: nevermind, found this article on it. https://www.bobswatches.com/rolex-bl...ifference.html

[subtona]

Why do you believe the watch needs service?

Is it not working?
Is it keeping time?
How old is it?
How long since last service?

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

[joli160]

I am with Gus

[fatboy1]

Originally Posted by subtona

Why do you believe the watch needs service?

Is it not working?
Is it keeping time?
How old is it?
How long since last service?

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

Sorry I didn’t clarify. It stopped telling time.

[Andad]

Originally Posted by subtona

Why do you believe the watch needs service?

Is it not working?
Is it keeping time?
How old is it?
How long since last service?

If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

Originally Posted by joli160

I am with Gus

RTT

[GTS Dean]

Originally Posted by fatboy1

Sorry I didn’t clarify. It stopped telling time.

Except twice a day...

[painexpert]

Two things that would be a concern for water entering the movement with an open crown:

1. If the water is pressurized.
2. If the rubber gaskets are old.

If you actually see water under the crystal the watch will need a complete service. Completely stripped down.

[Fearlessleader]

Originally Posted by Pepperjack

AD / RSC full service would be $800. A crystal would be $135. If the crown is replaced, it would be $48 / $120 depending on if it's steel or gold.

Would that price also likely apply to a 1995 Turnograph 16264?

It was running, but I haven't worn it for a couple of months. Went to wind it; I can hear it winding, but it then doesn't run.

(I found an RSC a couple of miles from my house, so no need to hunt for someone to repair it)

Thanks.

[Fearlessleader]

One of the RSC tasks to be done is: Replace fitting links

What are “fitting links”?

[EEpro]

Originally Posted by Fearlessleader

One of the RSC tasks to be done is: Replace fitting links

What are “fitting links”?

The ones with screws / pins.

[0nly5iv3Digits]

Originally Posted by Tools

Leaving the crown loose will not let water into the watch if the seals are sound.

If this did happen, then it is likely that the watch has gone far longer without a proper service than it should have.

Mainspring should be part of the service, but a reverser wheel would not be. The price is at the high end, but not unheard of.

If you are in NY, why not use the Rolex Service Center. Likely a similar price but parts are included - except the crystal.

I'm always worried about moisture when I vacation and unscrew the crown to change the time - often find myself in areas with high humidity. Occasionally I'll get visible moisture from my fingertips on the crownguards. Always was a bit unsettling to see a bit of condensation.