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25 January 2015, 03:39 PM | #91 |
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The thing is a tool watch, man. Sheesh. Have you ever used a tool? This is what well used tools looks like. The beautiful thing.. it took that like a champ and still functions LIKE A BOSS!
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26 January 2015, 02:21 PM | #92 |
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Yea, it's not the worst thing ever, it's just irritating sometimes.
It seems silly to have a RSC replace the whole bezel, including the ceramic (considering it's in perfect condition). Does anyone have a recommendation for a very qualified watchmaker that would be up to the task of attempting a fix without replacement? |
26 January 2015, 02:28 PM | #93 |
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Might as well give the guys at ABC Watchwerks and see what they can do.
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26 January 2015, 03:25 PM | #94 |
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I can't stand looking at it if it was my watch...
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27 January 2015, 12:07 AM | #95 |
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27 January 2015, 05:10 AM | #96 | |
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27 January 2015, 05:41 AM | #97 |
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Many have said it before and I'll just join in: leave it as it is! It DOES add character to your watch, people may think you really are a diver )
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27 January 2015, 06:34 AM | #98 |
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Its no good now. Now even water resistant.
You need to sell that to me at a deeeeeeep discount :) (I would just leave it its your everyday wear)
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OTOH, you can just try to pop to whole thing off yourself and give them the watch sans bezel. This way, you'll have a spare if you ever need it. |
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27 January 2015, 08:50 AM | #100 |
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Irrespective of the cost, I would leave it as it is - gives it a bit of character!
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27 January 2015, 09:41 AM | #101 |
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That sucks
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3 February 2015, 07:10 AM | #102 |
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Quick update: I spoke with Edvi from ABC Watchwerks and he advised that the damage is not repairable. He did say that if I am able to source a bezel, they would happily replace it for me. I have no clue how to source a genuine bezel though.
I am going to get a second opinion (I'm thinking of reaching out to Rik at Time Care Inc.) just to get another perspective. If not, I'm either going to just leave it as is or will have to bite the bullet and send it to the RSC. |
3 February 2015, 07:38 AM | #103 |
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3 February 2015, 08:40 AM | #104 |
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I just had a nice conversation with Rik at Time Care Inc. ... He told me Rolex is no longer allowing independent watchmakers with parts accounts to order parts for the DSSD. They even asked him to return his tool to open the case-back.
Unfortunately, if I want to get it fixed, it looks as if the RSC is my only option. The RSC is apparently the only option for anything DSSD related, even a basic service ... |
3 February 2015, 08:54 AM | #105 |
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Hence I stand by my original comment, remove your bezel and sell it to recoup so of the repair cost!
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3 February 2015, 09:08 AM | #106 |
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DSSD boo boo
It is a special watch...the only one that Rolex does not trust AD's with. I am sure it is a matter of the correct pressure test equipment...lol I love my Deep Sea...Even though I wear mine everyday, I would fix it, for my sake and ability to sleep at night. If you can afford it, I would pull the trigger and have it fixed...you will feel better about the watch and it wouldn't be long for the 800.00 + sting to subside. It would bother me if it happened to mine. But that's only because my DSSD is my everyday watch that I compare all others to. Don't get me wrong, I don't baby it, but I am careful not to bash it around. Stuff just happens sometimes though.
If you don't feel the way I do about your DSSD, then wait until your next scheduled service. Take care of it then. Just my 2 cents as a DSSD owner. I have had mine over a year and still find myself staring at it during the day. |
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I am pretty sure I asked while at the RSC if the price would be the same if my bezel was "missing" and was told that it wouldn't. The price they quoted me is a trade-in/swap price I think.
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3 February 2015, 09:45 AM | #108 | |
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I damaged the bezel on my DSSD
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I was quoted a price to replace just the bezel on my Sub-C. No insert replacement was required by NY RSC. Maybe different watches have different requirements? Quoted $600 ish. |
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3 February 2015, 10:31 AM | #109 |
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To the OP, I zoomed in your first picture, is it possible that the insert was damaged as well?
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3 February 2015, 10:40 AM | #110 |
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Similar thing happened to my SD (non ceramic) years back and told the same by RSC but luckily it's only $350 for the bezel and insert
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4 February 2015, 02:10 AM | #111 | |
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4 February 2015, 04:06 AM | #112 | |
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4 February 2015, 04:12 AM | #113 |
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I Find it hard to believe you can't just buy the bezel ring. Maybe try calling the RSC dallas and BH and see if they have the same answer
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