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jvo300 · 31 October 2009, 01:03 AM

Let's say hypothetically that I have a red sub that needs movement servicing/repair. I've read places before that RSC usually won't touch these watches (and some suggest that it is a very bad idea to send it to them in the first place given their propensity to replace/repair dials, hands, etc). What options would I have as a vintage owner? BTW, I don't actually own any vintage yet. I'm just trying to resolve in my mind the best way to handle certain situations given the sizable investment needed to enter the vintage world. The last thing I want is a cool looking bracelet that doesn't keep time. Any feedback from those who have acutal experience would be appreciated!

mike · 31 October 2009, 04:39 AM

In the states RSC has some draconian policies reguarding "exotic" dials. With a reference like the RED a GOOD watch repair guy is your answer.

We have several here on TRF. Bob Ridley is fantastic as well as Dalton and others.

SLS · 31 October 2009, 04:51 AM

I noticed you reside in Texas, Bob Ridley is also in Texas, not sure where though.

pz93c · 31 October 2009, 05:33 AM

Bob is in Arlington, between Dallas and Ft Worth.

I can recommend Dalton. Dude knows his stuff.

jvo300 · 31 October 2009, 07:49 AM

That's great to know! Can any of you PM me with Bob's contact info (email or phone)? He's close to me!

onkyo · 31 October 2009, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by jvo300

That's great to know! Can any of you PM me with Bob's contact info (email or phone)? He's close to me!

http://www.watchmakers.com/contactus.html

r.l.x · 1 November 2009, 04:17 AM

THX for the link!

taffytoon · 1 November 2009, 06:41 AM

Any in the UK gents?

31 October 2009, 01:03 AM	#1
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	Servicing Red Sub Let's say hypothetically that I have a red sub that needs movement servicing/repair. I've read places before that RSC usually won't touch these watches (and some suggest that it is a very bad idea to send it to them in the first place given their propensity to replace/repair dials, hands, etc). What options would I have as a vintage owner? BTW, I don't actually own any vintage yet. I'm just trying to resolve in my mind the best way to handle certain situations given the sizable investment needed to enter the vintage world. The last thing I want is a cool looking bracelet that doesn't keep time. Any feedback from those who have acutal experience would be appreciated!

31 October 2009, 04:51 AM	#3
SLS "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Real Name: Scott Location: GMT -7 Watch: GMT's & Sub's Posts: 10,399	I noticed you reside in Texas, Bob Ridley is also in Texas, not sure where though. __________________ "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of lower price is forgotten." -Benjamin Franklin Member No. 922

31 October 2009, 04:39 AM	#2
mike "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 22,683	In the states RSC has some draconian policies reguarding "exotic" dials. With a reference like the RED a GOOD watch repair guy is your answer. We have several here on TRF. Bob Ridley is fantastic as well as Dalton and others.

31 October 2009, 05:33 AM	#4
pz93c "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 2,776	Bob is in Arlington, between Dallas and Ft Worth. I can recommend Dalton. Dude knows his stuff.

31 October 2009, 07:49 AM	#5
jvo300 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 1,897	That's great to know! Can any of you PM me with Bob's contact info (email or phone)? He's close to me!

1 November 2009, 04:17 AM	#7
r.l.x Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Europe Watch: Rolex 6265 Posts: 148	THX for the link!

1 November 2009, 06:41 AM	#8
taffytoon "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cardiff Posts: 115	Any in the UK gents?

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