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Quailhunter · 19 September 2017, 05:17 AM

I was in an Atlanta mall today to get some help on a computer migration and dropped into the AD to ask a question about my DayDate. It's a really old watch, but it keeps excellent time. I can't remember when it was last serviced and hunting season starts soon with the strong possibility of prolonged rain. I was worried about the seals. The AD person said to monitor the watch for fogging. If it fogged, bring it in ASAP for service. That could mean a week or more. Does that sound correct?

While I was there, I asked about the new SeaDweller. As expected, none available and a long waiting list. I tried on an Explorer 2 and it felt too big and awkward on my 7" wrist. I tried on a Submariner and it felt really great. Almost bought it. The thing that saved me was they only had the display model. I need to either stay out of watch stores or switch to buying Timex watches.

Dpop24 · 19 September 2017, 05:31 AM

You deserve a new Rolex, definitely go visit your local AD and wrap up that Sub!

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watchwatcher · 19 September 2017, 06:12 AM

Yes...I've found visits to the AD extremely hazardous to my checking account.

KBM · 19 September 2017, 06:23 AM

Putting a sub on the wrist usually only ends one way... something tells me you'll be contacting an AD soon...

The Libertine · 19 September 2017, 06:27 AM

Fogging on the inside of the crystal is not a good sign, as it is indicative of moisture somehow entering the case. The sooner the watch is serviced once fogging is noticed the better.

If you are not in a position to immediately send for service, have some rice on-hand to store the watch in; however, I would certainly not continue to wear it out in the rain, etc.

jctrolex · 19 September 2017, 07:04 AM

Why not just have the AD do a pressure test? I wouldn't wait until it fogged up. Just do the test and have it serviced if it didn't pass.

Quailhunter · 19 September 2017, 07:05 AM

The watch isn't fogged now. I was worried about that happening on one of my trips. Scotland is usually the wettest trip and we are gone for about 8 days.

If we are in heavy rain, I'll just leave the watch in the hotel. The idea of a bag of white rice is a great idea for watches or phones. I'll pack a bag.

P.S. The Submariner felt better than my BLNR and they are about the same size.

bp1000 · 19 September 2017, 07:11 AM

Pressure test is usually possible at most ADs

I had an old GMT checked at mine. Didn't take long.

Quailhunter · 19 September 2017, 07:25 AM

My usual sales person wasn't there when I visited. I'll check with her later about the pressure test.

machob55 · 19 September 2017, 08:03 AM

Every now and then I give myself a priority watch check. Does it need service? Maybe. Do I need a new watch? No. Do I want one? Yes. Can I afford it? Not really. Overall outcomes, I buy the new watch and use the excuse for service as my reasoning for needing the new one. Submariner is the perfect choice!!!

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19 September 2017, 05:17 AM	#1
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	Atlanta AD Visit I was in an Atlanta mall today to get some help on a computer migration and dropped into the AD to ask a question about my DayDate. It's a really old watch, but it keeps excellent time. I can't remember when it was last serviced and hunting season starts soon with the strong possibility of prolonged rain. I was worried about the seals. The AD person said to monitor the watch for fogging. If it fogged, bring it in ASAP for service. That could mean a week or more. Does that sound correct? While I was there, I asked about the new SeaDweller. As expected, none available and a long waiting list. I tried on an Explorer 2 and it felt too big and awkward on my 7" wrist. I tried on a Submariner and it felt really great. Almost bought it. The thing that saved me was they only had the display model. I need to either stay out of watch stores or switch to buying Timex watches.

19 September 2017, 07:05 AM	#7
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	Fog The watch isn't fogged now. I was worried about that happening on one of my trips. Scotland is usually the wettest trip and we are gone for about 8 days. If we are in heavy rain, I'll just leave the watch in the hotel. The idea of a bag of white rice is a great idea for watches or phones. I'll pack a bag. P.S. The Submariner felt better than my BLNR and they are about the same size.

19 September 2017, 05:31 AM	#2
Dpop24 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: California Posts: 348	You deserve a new Rolex, definitely go visit your local AD and wrap up that Sub! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 September 2017, 06:12 AM	#3
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,861	Yes...I've found visits to the AD extremely hazardous to my checking account.

19 September 2017, 06:23 AM	#4
KBM 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: K. Location: 780 Posts: 10,435	Putting a sub on the wrist usually only ends one way... something tells me you'll be contacting an AD soon...

19 September 2017, 06:27 AM	#5
The Libertine Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: BOS Watch: 16710;14060;214270 Posts: 6,375	Fogging on the inside of the crystal is not a good sign, as it is indicative of moisture somehow entering the case. The sooner the watch is serviced once fogging is noticed the better. If you are not in a position to immediately send for service, have some rice on-hand to store the watch in; however, I would certainly not continue to wear it out in the rain, etc.

19 September 2017, 07:04 AM	#6
jctrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Canada Watch: 1675 Posts: 1,162	Why not just have the AD do a pressure test? I wouldn't wait until it fogged up. Just do the test and have it serviced if it didn't pass.

19 September 2017, 07:11 AM	#8
bp1000 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Midlands, UK Posts: 4,894	Pressure test is usually possible at most ADs I had an old GMT checked at mine. Didn't take long.

19 September 2017, 07:25 AM	#9
Quailhunter "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Real Name: Doug Location: Georgia USA Watch: Rolex President Posts: 1,348	My usual sales person wasn't there when I visited. I'll check with her later about the pressure test.

19 September 2017, 08:03 AM	#10
machob55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: US Posts: 1,119	Every now and then I give myself a priority watch check. Does it need service? Maybe. Do I need a new watch? No. Do I want one? Yes. Can I afford it? Not really. Overall outcomes, I buy the new watch and use the excuse for service as my reasoning for needing the new one. Submariner is the perfect choice!!! Sent from my R1 HD using Tapatalk

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