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watchf · 13 September 2011, 11:01 PM

There are some beautiful diamond bezel and dial pre owned ones out there with prices that seem lower than all original that is tempting.

Would you buy one with aftermarket diamond dial/bezel? Why or why not? The only practical aspect I can think of in getting one would be issues with getting it serviced by RSC.

Speed · 13 September 2011, 11:08 PM

Never.

What a shame to put an Aftermarket anything on a Rolex...least of all a diamond dial or diamond anything.
IMO this would really cheapen the look of the watch.

theoilrigger · 14 September 2011, 02:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speed

never.

What a shame to put an aftermarket anything on a rolex...least of all a diamond dial or diamond anything.
Imo this would really cheapen the look of the watch.

+1,000

horseco · 13 September 2011, 11:09 PM

I would buy an aftermarket diamond dial/bezel for a Rolex its 25% the cost... I know, I know all you tool watch guys don't like diamonds... we know...

dddrees · 13 September 2011, 11:20 PM

No.

I prefer Rolex authentic parts.

jezza17 · 13 September 2011, 11:24 PM

never.

SWIMPRUF · 13 September 2011, 11:26 PM

I prefer stock and original.

Widows Son · 13 September 2011, 11:26 PM

Funny thing happened last night at Lodge. A visiting Brother had a beautiful 18K DD on. I'm no expert but I assume it's a newer model because of the clasp. It had a diamond bezel but it looked like an aftermarket. I asked him about it and he said that the original one was "too gaudy" and he replaced it with one with smaller diamonds!!

ddnyc77 · 13 September 2011, 11:27 PM

when pigs in hell or snowballs fly... something like that.

Polemic · 13 September 2011, 11:48 PM

Never.

chicfarmer1 · 14 September 2011, 12:20 AM

"Beauty" involves integrity/originality, for me.

Never.

smallcandle · 14 September 2011, 12:32 AM

It stops being a Rolex when aftermarket parts are added.

jms_w · 14 September 2011, 12:56 AM

Only if it's entirely Rolex original. I say this b/c there's alot of dials that are authentic dials but the precious stones were put on aftermarket. The quality up close is hideous. I'm looking for a slate serti dial for my 16613 myself.

43builder · 14 September 2011, 12:59 AM

authentic parts only!

Puffy · 14 September 2011, 12:59 AM

no aftermarket stuff for me, only genuine thanks

buke45 · 14 September 2011, 01:06 AM

I have seen some aftermarket stuff that is exactly like the original. Some people have aftermarket parts on their watch and don't even know it. One has to be careful, especially with dials and bezels.

LordNinja · 14 September 2011, 01:08 AM

Authentic only for me, as to why? Well.. because it would bother me everyday as I looked at the watch.

RolexPete · 14 September 2011, 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lordninja

authentic only for me, as to why? Well.. Because it would bother me everyday as i looked at the watch.

+1

pablofields · 14 September 2011, 08:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LordNinja

Authentic only for me, as to why? Well.. because it would bother me everyday as I looked at the watch.

I generally share this sentiment, however for me there are certain instances where Rolex simply does not provide an option for something I really like. Two good examples are custom products made by TRF members Etur and DHH--the custom end pieces for use with a leather strap on a DJ and the black acrylic bezel for modern Daytonas. When I look at these watches on my wrist I smile!

Welshwatchman · 14 September 2011, 01:09 AM

I wouldn't go for an original Rolex diamond dial/bezel/bracelet so an aftermarket alternative is a huge no no for me.

Manofsteelpt · 14 September 2011, 01:09 AM

I would, but it would depend on the watch. An older styled DJ or DD, absolutely... A newer Platty or Gold DD, no.

Atomant · 14 September 2011, 01:15 AM

Never, I would even consider carefully modding my Rolex even with OEM parts.

Spartan · 14 September 2011, 01:20 AM

gotta be 100% original for me.
Not to mention that RSC will hate your watch, and possibly refuse to service it.

JUSTROLEXES · 14 September 2011, 01:24 AM

Keep them Original

gargamel647 · 14 September 2011, 02:11 AM

Mine is original but I did put a diamond bezel on my wife's Date Just. In the end just do what you like. It's your watch!!!

Time2time · 14 September 2011, 04:52 AM

Noooooo.

gwalker · 14 September 2011, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gargamel647

Mine is original but I did put a diamond bezel on my wife's Date Just. In the end just do what you like. It's your watch!!!

I agree. My Mom has an aftermarket diamond bezel for her TT DJ because she loves the look and Rolex didn't make a diamond bezel for her watch until recently. I don't know where it came from but the quality is top notch and the bezel was not cheap either. I personally only like diamonds on a woman's watch but I think it looks great. The diamonds aren't too big and it isn't too much at all. FYI my mother wears very little jewelry and isn't a flashy person but the watch is perfect for her. Aftermarket dials are another story and I would stay away from those. With the bezel she just pops the original on when it goes for service.

TSW · 14 September 2011, 04:58 AM

Never

drtooth73 · 14 September 2011, 05:02 AM

Aftermarket diamonds are fine for ladies Rolex.
Authentic Rolex diamond bezel and dial are pretty expensive, and most women will use the Rolex as jewelery, anyway.

Mickey® · 14 September 2011, 05:07 AM

Never aftermarket and never ever diamonds on my Rolex.

13 September 2011, 11:01 PM	#1
watchf "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 2,458	Aftermarket bezel/dial Rolex, would you get it? There are some beautiful diamond bezel and dial pre owned ones out there with prices that seem lower than all original that is tempting. Would you buy one with aftermarket diamond dial/bezel? Why or why not? The only practical aspect I can think of in getting one would be issues with getting it serviced by RSC.

13 September 2011, 11:20 PM	#5
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,251	No. I prefer Rolex authentic parts. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

13 September 2011, 11:26 PM	#7
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,323	I prefer stock and original. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

14 September 2011, 12:32 AM	#12
smallcandle "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Brian Location: Kansas Watch: 16610, Omega PO Posts: 1,898	It stops being a Rolex when aftermarket parts are added. __________________ Things got out of control and I had to stab a clown...

14 September 2011, 12:56 AM	#13
jms_w "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: East Coast Watch: 116710LN Posts: 557	Only if it's entirely Rolex original. I say this b/c there's alot of dials that are authentic dials but the precious stones were put on aftermarket. The quality up close is hideous. I'm looking for a slate serti dial for my 16613 myself. __________________ 116520\|116610LV\|116710LN\|16613\|16233 244 232.30.42\|3222.80 A2332212 CFX-200\|Riseman\|GW-M5610

13 September 2011, 11:08 PM	#2
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Never. What a shame to put an Aftermarket anything on a Rolex...least of all a diamond dial or diamond anything. IMO this would really cheapen the look of the watch.

13 September 2011, 11:09 PM	#4
horseco "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Anthony Location: North Jersey Watch: Daytona 116528 Posts: 3,425	I would buy an aftermarket diamond dial/bezel for a Rolex its 25% the cost... I know, I know all you tool watch guys don't like diamonds... we know...

13 September 2011, 11:24 PM	#6
jezza17 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Alex Location: Sydney, Australia Watch: DRSD Posts: 511	never.

13 September 2011, 11:26 PM	#8
Widows Son "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hudson Ohio Posts: 3,563	Funny thing happened last night at Lodge. A visiting Brother had a beautiful 18K DD on. I'm no expert but I assume it's a newer model because of the clasp. It had a diamond bezel but it looked like an aftermarket. I asked him about it and he said that the original one was "too gaudy" and he replaced it with one with smaller diamonds!!

13 September 2011, 11:27 PM	#9
ddnyc77 Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: nyc Posts: 425	when pigs in hell or snowballs fly... something like that.

13 September 2011, 11:48 PM	#10
Polemic "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Turkey Watch: 116610 LN Posts: 356	Never.

14 September 2011, 12:20 AM	#11
chicfarmer1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Real Name: J Location: USA Midwest Watch: Midsize Datejust Posts: 2,611	"Beauty" involves integrity/originality, for me. Never.

14 September 2011, 12:59 AM	#14
43builder "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Real Name: Patrick Location: Cleveland/NoVA Watch: 116528 YG Daytona Posts: 808	authentic parts only! __________________ Patrick Lewis Rolex Daytona 18K YG (M97 Serial) Rolex SS DAYTONA (On Order...it'll be a while) Omega Vintage 1970's 617 Movement

14 September 2011, 12:59 AM	#15
Puffy "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Here and there Posts: 12,485	no aftermarket stuff for me, only genuine thanks __________________ Fine Quality is Long Remembered After the Pain of Spending Money is Forgotten

14 September 2011, 01:06 AM	#16
buke45 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Real Name: Juan Location: Ponce, PR Watch: Your Butt Posts: 1,464	I have seen some aftermarket stuff that is exactly like the original. Some people have aftermarket parts on their watch and don't even know it. One has to be careful, especially with dials and bezels.

14 September 2011, 01:08 AM	#17
LordNinja "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: Boston Watch: 116610,116233,OsQz Posts: 1,109	Authentic only for me, as to why? Well.. because it would bother me everyday as I looked at the watch.

14 September 2011, 01:09 AM	#20
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	I wouldn't go for an original Rolex diamond dial/bezel/bracelet so an aftermarket alternative is a huge no no for me. __________________ ..33

14 September 2011, 01:09 AM	#21
Manofsteelpt "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Mike Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,971	I would, but it would depend on the watch. An older styled DJ or DD, absolutely... A newer Platty or Gold DD, no.

14 September 2011, 01:15 AM	#22
Atomant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Fernwood Posts: 3,455	Never, I would even consider carefully modding my Rolex even with OEM parts. __________________ 116613LN 16600SD 16610LV 116710 16710 16570 Speedy 3570.50 PAM25 Oris TT1 and a bunch of G-Shocks. Flipped: Daytona 116520 Seamaster 2231.80

14 September 2011, 01:20 AM	#23
Spartan "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Canada Watch: ALL of them Posts: 450	gotta be 100% original for me. Not to mention that RSC will hate your watch, and possibly refuse to service it. __________________ ROLEX1675:126660:226570BL:116613LN:114060 Pam00279 : Pam00270 : OMEGA3861 : Navitimer A23322 :

14 September 2011, 01:24 AM	#24
JUSTROLEXES ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024 SubLV41 Sponsor & Boutique Seller Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Tony Geha Location: San Diego, CA Watch: Yacht-Master Posts: 50,969	Keep them Original __________________ Instagram @JustRolexes 2FA security active

14 September 2011, 02:11 AM	#25
gargamel647 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: Vincent Location: Las Vegas Watch: Ho Posts: 679	Mine is original but I did put a diamond bezel on my wife's Date Just. In the end just do what you like. It's your watch!!!

14 September 2011, 04:52 AM	#26
Time2time Banned Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: U.K Watch: Milgauss GV, Sub-C Posts: 2,178	Noooooo.

14 September 2011, 04:58 AM	#28
TSW "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: TSW Location: Le Brassus Watch: Rolex & AP's Posts: 27,449	Never __________________ AP Owners Club IG @swiss.watch.connection

14 September 2011, 05:02 AM	#29
drtooth73 Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: W. Stutman Location: Motor City Watch: TT GMT IIC Posts: 2,223	Aftermarket diamonds are fine for ladies Rolex. Authentic Rolex diamond bezel and dial are pretty expensive, and most women will use the Rolex as jewelery, anyway.

14 September 2011, 05:07 AM	#30
Mickey® Banned Join Date: Aug 2011 Real Name: Mickey® Location: Atlanta, GA Watch: Swiss Made Posts: 5,801	Never aftermarket and never ever diamonds on my Rolex.

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