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Old 27 October 2008, 12:32 PM   #1
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Interesting Links..

Here are some intersting links that help to understand, or better frame, the mechanics or properties of the Rolex Watch..

Rolex 3135 Movement #1

Rolex 3135 Movement #2
Parts Break-down

All Movements Parts Break-down

904L Stainless Steel

COSC Testing

Rolex Dials and Bracelets

Rolex Movements and models

Wempe's Inside The Rolex Factory

.........And other interestng links:

Nat'l Assoc. of Watch & Clock Collectors, Inc.

US Customs Personal Property Export/Import Form 4457
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Old 28 October 2008, 03:40 AM   #2
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Good links

I found something interesting today. The VC Overseas bracelet only uses 316L steel, while Rolex uses 904L. Why is that? Wouldn't VC want to use the best?
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Old 28 October 2008, 04:32 AM   #3
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Old 28 October 2008, 04:59 AM   #4
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Here are some intersting links that help to understand, or better frame, the mechanics or properties of the Rolex Watch..

904L Stainless Steel
Careful, nobody will want vintage SS watches any more...we will blame you when the market for vintage collapses...
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Old 30 April 2011, 11:23 AM   #5
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Old 30 April 2011, 11:57 AM   #7
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solid post thanks for sharing the knowledge
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