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nwg · 16 May 2007, 11:06 PM

Hi.

Here is my watch. It is a 20 year old (bought May 1987) Date Submariner. I got it for my 13th birthday and it has just gone in for servicing. I am missing it already despite only being away for 4 weeks.

gmt 16750 · 17 May 2007, 03:51 AM

Wow - that sure was some 13th birthday present!
Nice to see the matching patina - good looking Trit. Sub

JJ Irani · 17 May 2007, 03:52 AM

Welcome to TRF, pal!! That's still one helluva good looking watch. 20 long years and still going strong!!

Cheers - JJ

Alex Stylianou · 17 May 2007, 09:44 PM

Nice ! - I am Getting A TT Blue Sub For My 14th , Or Earlier . Please Say You Did not wear that to school .

nwg · 18 May 2007, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Welcome to TRF, pal!! That's still one helluva good looking watch. 20 long years and still going strong!!

Cheers - JJ

It is having the dial replaced as it is suffering from "spider cracks" which appeared in the last couple of years. I rather it didn't but the service guy wouldn't guarantee the service. :( I tried to persuade them but fell on deaf ears. I just hope it comes back looking still good. I will never sell it

It went in for a service orginally as it was losing a fair amount of time. That is all I wanted originall to be sorted out.

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Nice ! - I am Getting A TT Blue Sub For My 14th , Or Earlier . Please Say You Did not wear that to school .

No, but I did wear it at University.

ROP · 18 May 2007, 02:39 AM

Oh,IN MY OPINION,ROLEX SUB CAN STAY WITH YOU WHOLE LIFE

nwg · 18 May 2007, 07:24 AM

As I resized the pics. I decided to upload the originals.

http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex3.jpg

http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex4.jpg

http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex5.jpg

Prince · 18 May 2007, 08:17 AM

Very nice!

Please let us see photos of your baby when it arrives back from servicing. You could do some "before/after" pics.

I'm sure you will be very pleased when it is back home safe and sound. Cheers!!!

JJ Irani · 18 May 2007, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Please let us see photos of your baby when it arrives....

He's talking about his Sub....now where the hell did the baby thing come from, ya tosser?

Prince · 18 May 2007, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

He's talking about his Sub....now where the hell did the baby thing come from, ya tosser?

Baby ROLLIE, ya Big Bald Kiwi Loon!!!

mike · 18 May 2007, 09:07 AM

NICE!!!

nwg · 18 May 2007, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Prince

Very nice!

Please let us see photos of your baby when it arrives back from servicing. You could do some "before/after" pics.

I was going to do that anyway. They said the watch gets tested for about a week before being sent back so, it probably be another week at least.

nwg · 26 May 2007, 09:14 AM

Still no phone call to say it has come back. Does it sound strange that I am really missing a watch? My wrist doesn't feel right as it is too light.

I started having horrible thoughts that they will make the watch look worse than it did. I really hope they try to match the dial the best they can do. For some reason, I thought they would have spare matching components for each version of watch for a swap over.

colemanitis · 26 May 2007, 10:30 AM

Beautiful watch! I look forward to seeing some "after service" pics!

nwg · 26 May 2007, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by colemanitis

Beautiful watch! I look forward to seeing some "after service" pics!

Fingers crossed it will be next weekend. It will be six weeks then.

Prince · 27 May 2007, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by nwg

I was going to do that anyway. They said the watch gets tested for about a week before being sent back so, it probably be another week at least.

Good deal!

waltk1026 · 31 May 2007, 03:58 AM

20years, you sure took care of it. I will get a picture of my 29year old sub. It is also in great shape, at least for now, I gave it to my 26 year old son last year when I got my new Rolex, he better take care of it as I did.

roadcarver · 31 May 2007, 03:59 AM

That's the beauty of these fine watches (including Omegas, Breitlings, Pams). You can pass it on to your family.

My son is only 21 months old, but I do hope that I can pass these watches on to him.

JJ Irani · 31 May 2007, 04:10 AM

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Originally Posted by roadcarver

That's the beauty of these fine watches (including Omegas, Breitlings, Pams). You can pass it on to your family.

My son is only 21 months old, but I do hope that I can pass these watches on to him.

Would you like to adopt me, Vernon?

nwg · 3 July 2007, 10:52 PM

At last. I just got a call and my watch is ready to pick up.

I pick it up at weekend. It has been a long 10 weeks.

I think I will get a auto watch winder to make sure it is kept running nice.

Robb · 5 July 2007, 08:46 PM

Make sure you post some after service pics.

nwg · 7 July 2007, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Robb

Make sure you post some after service pics.

I will be picking it up in the morning. Hopefully, I do some pics later.

nwg · 8 July 2007, 03:44 AM

I got it back today and very, very pleased with it. I am amazed at the condition of it. It has new glass, new dial and new bezel. I am also amazed at the how well the bracelet has polished up.

The first pic is a comparison with the pre service condition (on the left).

Here is a zip files of the pics I took. They are the original size but cropped.

http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex.zip

JJ Irani · 8 July 2007, 05:18 AM

WOW!! Excellent job....come back looking like new!!

nwg · 8 July 2007, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

WOW!! Excellent job....come back looking like new!!

It does doesn't it. I am wearing it at the moment and can't stop looking at it.

It is so shiny and the glass is reflective that I kept getting the camera reflecting back.

It was a long wait for it but it was worth it. Plus, I didn't have to pay for the service and parts. My Father paid it for me as a early Birthday present.

JJ Irani · 8 July 2007, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by nwg

It does doesn't it. I am wearing it at the moment and can't stop looking at it.

It is so shiny and the glass is reflective that I kept getting the camera reflecting back.

It was a long wait for it but it was worth it. Plus, I didn't have to pay for the service and parts. My Father paid it for me as a early Birthday present.

Well done, enjoy that watch. You have a great dad!!

nwg · 8 July 2007, 05:50 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well done, enjoy that watch. You have a great dad!!

I will. He is very pleased with the results as well.

Is it worth getting a automatic watch winder for it ? Now it has been serviced, I want to keep it running the best I can. I plan to wear it during the day as I used to but will take it off at night.

JJ Irani · 8 July 2007, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by nwg

I will. He is very pleased with the results as well.

Is it worth getting a automatic watch winder for it ? Now it has been serviced, I want to keep it running the best I can. I plan to wear it during the day as I used to but will take it off at night.

I wouldn't bother with a winder. If you wear it for even 8 hours in a whole 24 hours.....that's more than enough to keep the main-spring at OPTIMUM tension.

JJ

nwg · 8 July 2007, 06:13 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

I wouldn't bother with a winder. If you wear it for even 8 hours in a whole 24 hours.....that's more than enough to keep the main-spring at OPTIMUM tension.

JJ

Ok, interesting. Is it worth it getting one anyway if I can get one if I can get one cheap like this Watch Winder on ebay. I won't be wearing it if i think it can be damaged.

JJ Irani · 8 July 2007, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by nwg

Ok, interesting. Is it worth it getting one anyway if I can get one if I can get one cheap like this Watch Winder on ebay. I won't be wearing it if i think it can be damaged.

Just as a cautionary note, a cheap winder can cause more harm and damage to your watch. DON'T DO IT!!

Just let the natural movements and motion of your wrist do the work. A cheap winder will only bring you grief....please trust me on this one.

JJ

16 May 2007, 11:06 PM	#1
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	My Submariner Hi. Here is my watch. It is a 20 year old (bought May 1987) Date Submariner. I got it for my 13th birthday and it has just gone in for servicing. I am missing it already despite only being away for 4 weeks.

17 May 2007, 03:51 AM	#2
gmt 16750 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Neil Location: Borders, Scotland Watch: what your doing. Posts: 970	Wow - that sure was some 13th birthday present! Nice to see the matching patina - good looking Trit. Sub __________________

17 May 2007, 03:52 AM	#3
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Welcome to TRF, pal!! That's still one helluva good looking watch. 20 long years and still going strong!! Cheers - 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!!

18 May 2007, 08:17 AM	#8
Prince "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Real Name: Allan Location: St. Augustine, FL Watch: Daytona/Sub/GMT/DJ Posts: 20,323	Very nice! Please let us see photos of your baby when it arrives back from servicing. You could do some "before/after" pics. I'm sure you will be very pleased when it is back home safe and sound. Cheers!!! __________________ Member: Rolex Keeper's Society "You see, you can't please everyone, so you got to please yourself." - Rick Nelson

26 May 2007, 10:30 AM	#14
colemanitis "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Jeff Location: Florida Watch: PAM 1090 Posts: 3,723	Beautiful watch! I look forward to seeing some "after service" pics! __________________ Member #471

17 May 2007, 09:44 PM	#4
Alex Stylianou "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 1,785	Nice ! - I am Getting A TT Blue Sub For My 14th , Or Earlier . Please Say You Did not wear that to school .

18 May 2007, 02:39 AM	#6
ROP Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: CHINA Posts: 27	Oh,IN MY OPINION,ROLEX SUB CAN STAY WITH YOU WHOLE LIFE

18 May 2007, 07:24 AM	#7
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	As I resized the pics. I decided to upload the originals. http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex3.jpg http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex4.jpg http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex5.jpg

18 May 2007, 09:07 AM	#11
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	NICE!!!

26 May 2007, 09:14 AM	#13
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	Still no phone call to say it has come back. Does it sound strange that I am really missing a watch? My wrist doesn't feel right as it is too light. I started having horrible thoughts that they will make the watch look worse than it did. I really hope they try to match the dial the best they can do. For some reason, I thought they would have spare matching components for each version of watch for a swap over.

31 May 2007, 03:58 AM	#17
waltk1026 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: phila pa Watch: 116610 5513 Posts: 341	20years, you sure took care of it. I will get a picture of my 29year old sub. It is also in great shape, at least for now, I gave it to my 26 year old son last year when I got my new Rolex, he better take care of it as I did.

31 May 2007, 03:59 AM	#18
roadcarver "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Vernon Location: C-a-n-a-d-a Watch: 16600 Posts: 5,641	That's the beauty of these fine watches (including Omegas, Breitlings, Pams). You can pass it on to your family. My son is only 21 months old, but I do hope that I can pass these watches on to him. __________________ I'm just a cook...

3 July 2007, 10:52 PM	#20
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	At last. I just got a call and my watch is ready to pick up. I pick it up at weekend. It has been a long 10 weeks. I think I will get a auto watch winder to make sure it is kept running nice.

5 July 2007, 08:46 PM	#21
Robb 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Real Name: Robb Location: USA Watch: BLNR Posts: 4,939	Make sure you post some after service pics.

8 July 2007, 03:44 AM	#23
nwg Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: UK Posts: 114	I got it back today and very, very pleased with it. I am amazed at the condition of it. It has new glass, new dial and new bezel. I am also amazed at the how well the bracelet has polished up. The first pic is a comparison with the pre service condition (on the left). Here is a zip files of the pics I took. They are the original size but cropped. http://www.apah20.dsl.pipex.com/pics/rolex.zip Last edited by nwg; 8 July 2007 at 05:03 AM..

8 July 2007, 05:18 AM	#24
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	WOW!! Excellent job....come back looking like new!! __________________ 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!!

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