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Gedanken · 27 April 2006, 01:22 AM

Two days without my SD and I'm having major withdrawal symptoms, albeit attenuated by the DateJust. It's still not the same, though - the DJ lacks the comforting heft of the SD.

The good news is that RSC Melbourne called me this afternoon and said that my baby will be back on my wrist on Friday, with the extra time taken to make sure they got the regulation right this time.

27 April 2006, 01:26 AM

Are they going to do any buffing too?

Gedanken · 27 April 2006, 01:31 AM

No idea, John. Considering that the work that they're doing involves the rotor, I'd hope that they'd service the movement, but all I know for sure is that they're going to fix the rotor, regulate and pressure test. I'll find out what they've done on Friday.

27 April 2006, 01:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

No idea, John. Considering that the work that they're doing involves the rotor, I'd hope that they'd service the movement, but all I know for sure is that they're going to fix the rotor, regulate and pressure test. I'll find out what they've done on Friday.

I know they do the polish as a normal function of a regular service. Just wondered.

padi56 · 27 April 2006, 01:36 AM

Good new James soon be back on your wrist.

Launch Mini · 27 April 2006, 02:02 AM

If the AD's were smart, they would give out loaners, get you hooked on a different watch, then you'd be jonesing for the one you have to give back upon the return of your own watch.

Earl · 27 April 2006, 02:35 AM

and after the loaners are old enough sell them as used and in the mean time they can get tax break on the loaners and hey while I'm at it.... they can offer to sell the used watch to me!!!! I like that idea.. what you all think?

RobDad · 27 April 2006, 02:44 AM

Wempe gave me a 'loan' watch when I took my Panerai in for a service - they don't ask for it back, it's 'with compliments', which is a nice touch

Oh, and that quartz POS sold for £75 on ebay, which was nice!

RogerF · 27 April 2006, 02:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Two days without my SD and I'm having major withdrawal symptoms, albeit attenuated by the DateJust. It's still not the same, though - the DJ lacks the comforting heft of the SD.

The good news is that RSC Melbourne called me this afternoon and said that my baby will be back on my wrist on Friday, with the extra time taken to make sure they got the regulation right this time.

I know what you mean, I have had the Daytona on for almost 3 weeks now and slapping on the SD today was like coming home to hot lingerie model in bed

WHAT A GREAT FEELING!!!!!

Here are some pics to help you get through the day

JJ Irani · 27 April 2006, 04:16 AM

Good news, James...just wondering if they can get that deep gash out of the case when it fell on the tiles. Let us know how it works out after you get it back. Post some pics too.

Thanks - JJ

Launch Mini · 27 April 2006, 04:28 AM

Good remembory JJ

James, I would point out the gash & ask them "what did you do to my watch?"

It's worth a try.

C.J. · 27 April 2006, 06:56 AM

That's good news, James. Friday will be here before you know it

mailman · 27 April 2006, 10:56 AM

Great news James

Glad it didn't take long

Mrdi · 28 April 2006, 06:05 AM

You guys keep talking like that and the price of the SDs are gonna skyrocket
All those Sub boys are gonna wanna be
Movin Up

Mrdi

TARDIS · 28 April 2006, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gedanken

Two days without my SD and I'm having major withdrawal symptoms, albeit attenuated by the DateJust. It's still not the same, though - the DJ lacks the comforting heft of the SD.

The good news is that RSC Melbourne called me this afternoon and said that my baby will be back on my wrist on Friday, with the extra time taken to make sure they got the regulation right this time.

Hey James,
When you get your SD back and you are happy with what they have done, pls let me know their address. Just for my records in case I need a service/polish etc. There isn't anyone up here in banana land.

BTW I am thinking of trading for an SD.... any ideas?

PM me if you like

Steve

Gedanken · 29 April 2006, 12:54 PM

WOOHOO! I got my SD fixed and I'm getting my SD fix!

The rotor's fixed and running silently. They also regulated and tested it over 48 hours, and I saw the timing printout that showed that it was running steadily at between 0 and +1. Anyway, the real proof's in the wearing, so we'll see how we go over the next few weeks.

Apart from the above, though, it seems like they didn't do anything else. No polishing of the case or any other signs of servicing, although I assume that pressure testing is SOP once they open the case.

Steve, I am happy with RSC Melbourne's work even though they didn't throw in any extra goodies - they're at 70 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000. Dunno if I can help you vis-a-vis SD acquisition - my baby's definitely a keeper!

Lol-x · 29 April 2006, 01:37 PM

I got my SD (1665) from Japan.
I took it to Rolex Melbourne to get it timed and produced the Japanese Service Receipt to show it was within 12 months.
1 day later Rolex Melbourne called me and said that they had some issues with my SD (it didn't look like it had been serviced properly to Rolex specifications).
Rolex Melbourne asked me to send them a fax of my Japanese Service Receipt, which I did.
Rolex Melbourne came back and said that they would like to service my SD (at no cost). I guess they weren't happy with the way the movement was lubricated and/or operating.
3 weeks later I got my SD back - like new.
Initially after service the watch was +1 second per day. Now 1+ years later my SD is running +/- zero seconds per day after 2 weeks.... You've gotta love that!!!!
James, I would expect Rolex to have checked out your whole watch and done everything that was necessary to ensure it is in top running order! :0)

RogerF · 29 April 2006, 04:50 PM

Gedanken, lets see the pics!!!!!!

I have a special place in my heart for SDs....in case you didnt notice

mailman · 29 April 2006, 07:26 PM

Happy Friday for James, his baby is back

Glad it all went well for ya pal.

JJ Irani · 30 April 2006, 06:32 AM

Happy for you, James....it's good to have back something you love so dearly!!

Rockrolex · 30 April 2006, 06:48 AM

Glad to hear the SD is back and in silent running mode. Let's see some pics of the gash.

Oh, and thanks for the modem burner.

My DSL service has been on the blink for a week - I'm running at between 7K and 35K and if you think that isn't frustrating - I'm about ready to tear my hair out.

My ISP is sending someone out to check the inside junction box, but the best time they could give me is next Thursday, between 8 - 12. Fortunately, I convinced Arleen to stay home that day so she can let them in the house. Hopefully, I'll be back up and running at full speed by next weekend.

That's why I haven't been on line much at night and on the weekend lately. I can't wait around for the downloads.

27 April 2006, 01:22 AM	#1
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	I'm getting the shakes! Two days without my SD and I'm having major withdrawal symptoms, albeit attenuated by the DateJust. It's still not the same, though - the DJ lacks the comforting heft of the SD. The good news is that RSC Melbourne called me this afternoon and said that my baby will be back on my wrist on Friday, with the extra time taken to make sure they got the regulation right this time. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

27 April 2006, 01:31 AM	#3
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	No idea, John. Considering that the work that they're doing involves the rotor, I'd hope that they'd service the movement, but all I know for sure is that they're going to fix the rotor, regulate and pressure test. I'll find out what they've done on Friday. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

27 April 2006, 01:36 AM	#5
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 52,904	Good new James soon be back on your wrist. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

27 April 2006, 02:02 AM	#6
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	If the AD's were smart, they would give out loaners, get you hooked on a different watch, then you'd be jonesing for the one you have to give back upon the return of your own watch. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

27 April 2006, 04:16 AM	#10
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Good news, James...just wondering if they can get that deep gash out of the case when it fell on the tiles. Let us know how it works out after you get it back. Post some pics too. Thanks - JJ __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

27 April 2006, 01:26 AM	#2
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Are they going to do any buffing too?

27 April 2006, 02:35 AM	#7
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	and after the loaners are old enough sell them as used and in the mean time they can get tax break on the loaners and hey while I'm at it.... they can offer to sell the used watch to me!!!! I like that idea.. what you all think?

27 April 2006, 02:44 AM	#8
RobDad Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Rob Dadd Location: London Posts: 134	Wempe gave me a 'loan' watch when I took my Panerai in for a service - they don't ask for it back, it's 'with compliments', which is a nice touch Oh, and that quartz POS sold for £75 on ebay, which was nice!

27 April 2006, 04:28 AM	#11
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	Good remembory JJ James, I would point out the gash & ask them "what did you do to my watch?" It's worth a try. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

27 April 2006, 06:56 AM	#12
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	That's good news, James. Friday will be here before you know it __________________ Me? I'm still looking for Kokomo. I just hope that damn golfer isn't there

27 April 2006, 10:56 AM	#13
mailman TRF Moderator & SUBMARINER 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,479	Great news James Glad it didn't take long

28 April 2006, 06:05 AM	#14
Mrdi Banned Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PA Posts: 3,478	You guys keep talking like that and the price of the SDs are gonna skyrocket All those Sub boys are gonna wanna be Movin Up Mrdi

29 April 2006, 12:54 PM	#16
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	WOOHOO! I got my SD fixed and I'm getting my SD fix! The rotor's fixed and running silently. They also regulated and tested it over 48 hours, and I saw the timing printout that showed that it was running steadily at between 0 and +1. Anyway, the real proof's in the wearing, so we'll see how we go over the next few weeks. Apart from the above, though, it seems like they didn't do anything else. No polishing of the case or any other signs of servicing, although I assume that pressure testing is SOP once they open the case. Steve, I am happy with RSC Melbourne's work even though they didn't throw in any extra goodies - they're at 70 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000. Dunno if I can help you vis-a-vis SD acquisition - my baby's definitely a keeper! __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

29 April 2006, 01:37 PM	#17
Lol-x Facilitator Join Date: Nov 2005 Real Name: Steve Location: Omnipresent Posts: 33,420	I got my SD (1665) from Japan. I took it to Rolex Melbourne to get it timed and produced the Japanese Service Receipt to show it was within 12 months. 1 day later Rolex Melbourne called me and said that they had some issues with my SD (it didn't look like it had been serviced properly to Rolex specifications). Rolex Melbourne asked me to send them a fax of my Japanese Service Receipt, which I did. Rolex Melbourne came back and said that they would like to service my SD (at no cost). I guess they weren't happy with the way the movement was lubricated and/or operating. 3 weeks later I got my SD back - like new. Initially after service the watch was +1 second per day. Now 1+ years later my SD is running +/- zero seconds per day after 2 weeks.... You've gotta love that!!!! James, I would expect Rolex to have checked out your whole watch and done everything that was necessary to ensure it is in top running order! :0)

29 April 2006, 04:50 PM	#18
RogerF "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Duh! Location: Toronto Canada Watch: a gonna do? Posts: 2,573	Gedanken, lets see the pics!!!!!! I have a special place in my heart for SDs....in case you didnt notice

29 April 2006, 07:26 PM	#19
mailman TRF Moderator & SUBMARINER 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,479	Happy Friday for James, his baby is back Glad it all went well for ya pal.

30 April 2006, 06:32 AM	#20
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Happy for you, James....it's good to have back something you love so dearly!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

30 April 2006, 06:48 AM	#21
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SUBMARINER Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,874	Glad to hear the SD is back and in silent running mode. Let's see some pics of the gash. Oh, and thanks for the modem burner. My DSL service has been on the blink for a week - I'm running at between 7K and 35K and if you think that isn't frustrating - I'm about ready to tear my hair out. My ISP is sending someone out to check the inside junction box, but the best time they could give me is next Thursday, between 8 - 12. Fortunately, I convinced Arleen to stay home that day so she can let them in the house. Hopefully, I'll be back up and running at full speed by next weekend. That's why I haven't been on line much at night and on the weekend lately. I can't wait around for the downloads. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

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